13331
and not one whit to edification.
and not one whit to edification.
cc xx crd n1 p-acp n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
9239
JOHN 17.12. But the Son of Perdition.JOHN 17.12. But the Son of Perdition.
np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 321
15041
And to encourage you to this; Consider
And to encourage you to this; Consider
cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d; vvb
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
1386
If he glorifie his Son, his Son also glorifies him;
If he Glorify his Son, his Son also Glorifies him;
cs pns31 vvi po31 n1, po31 n1 av vvz pno31;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1505
He hath put all things of another sort under his feet:
He hath put all things of Another sort under his feet:
pns31 vhz vvn d n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
3151
And this Expression in my Text looks much the same way.
And this Expression in my Text looks much the same Way.
cc d n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvz d dt d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
5635
if you were of the world, the world would love her own;
if you were of the world, the world would love her own;
cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 d;
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
8878
and are it may be real Saints, agree no better;
and Are it may be real Saints, agree no better;
cc vbr pn31 vmb vbi j n2, vvb av-dx av-jc;
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 308
9111
First he will keep you out of love to God the Father:
First he will keep you out of love to God the Father:
ord pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f n1 p-acp np1 dt n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1167
Page 316
12867
1. They know God more immediately then others do:
1. They know God more immediately then Others doe:
crd pns32 vvb np1 av-dc av-j cs n2-jn n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
370
inward and mental supplications may be in some case more fit then vocal.
inward and mental supplications may be in Some case more fit then vocal.
j cc j n2 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 av-dc j cs j.
(9) part (DIV2)
55
Page 14
515
and purifie to himself a peculiar people Zealous of good works; and purify to himself a peculiar people Zealous of good works;
cc vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1 j pp-f j n2;
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
534
here is love, and here is mercy with a witness. Here is love, and Here is mercy with a witness.
av vbz n1, cc av vbz n1 p-acp dt n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
88
Page 20
614
his very heart was overwhelmed within him:
his very heart was overwhelmed within him:
po31 j n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31:
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
15062
bread shall be given him, his waters shall be sure: bred shall be given him, his waters shall be sure:
n1 vmb vbi vvn pno31, po31 n2 vmb vbi j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15084
and pouring out our prayers to him.
and pouring out our Prayers to him.
cc vvg av po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
727
and this is that he may be glorified: Father, glorifie thy Son.
and this is that he may be glorified: Father, Glorify thy Son.
cc d vbz cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn: n1, vvi po21 n1
(11) part (DIV2)
117
Page 26
873
To glorifie is properly to make glorious.
To Glorify is properly to make glorious.
p-acp vvi vbz av-j pc-acp vvi j.
(11) part (DIV2)
139
Page 31
2018
and to tell us strange things, let us smother and suppress them:
and to tell us strange things, let us smother and suppress them:
cc pc-acp vvi pno12 j n2, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi pno32:
(15) part (DIV2)
274
Page 69
11230
Fall into discourse with them, alas their wonted faculty is gone;
Fallen into discourse with them, alas their wonted faculty is gone;
n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, uh po32 j-vvn n1 vbz vvn;
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
12933
because they know not whether to betake themselves for shelter;
Because they know not whither to betake themselves for shelter;
c-acp pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
13644
Where God, my Brethren, is left out, it is a very poor conjunction:
Where God, my Brothers, is left out, it is a very poor conjunction:
c-crq np1, po11 n2, vbz vvn av, pn31 vbz dt av j n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
2190
or without them, he keeps this power in his hands to curb them, and to keep them down.
or without them, he keeps this power in his hands to curb them, and to keep them down.
cc p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp.
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
832
and should not be desired to do them any other time: Let us be hence instructed how to regulate our prayers and desires in this regard:
and should not be desired to do them any other time: Let us be hence instructed how to regulate our Prayers and Desires in this regard:
cc vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 d j-jn n1: vvb pno12 vbi av vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
833
Let us subscribe to him for the accomplishment of all his purposes of wrath against the wicked, of mercy to his own people.
Let us subscribe to him for the accomplishment of all his Purposes of wrath against the wicked, of mercy to his own people.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
834
And let us freely leave him to his own time.
And let us freely leave him to his own time.
cc vvb pno12 av-j vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
46
and therefore will deserve our best intention, both in handling, and in hearing.
and Therefore will deserve our best intention, both in handling, and in hearing.
cc av vmb vvi po12 js n1, av-d p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg.
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 3
2192
And then when this is done, when there is none to trouble, or molest his people any longer,
And then when this is done, when there is none to trouble, or molest his people any longer,
cc av c-crq d vbz vdn, c-crq pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po31 n1 d av-jc,
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
835
If the prefixed and the constituted time be manifest and revealed to us, as to our Saviour in my Text,
If the prefixed and the constituted time be manifest and revealed to us, as to our Saviour in my Text,
cs dt j-vvn cc dt vvn n1 vbb j cc vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
836
then let us pray as he, the hour is come.
then let us pray as he, the hour is come.
av vvb pno12 vvi c-acp pns31, dt n1 vbz vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
660
and to keep my Commandments, and do them. It shall not give you new directions;
and to keep my commandments, and do them. It shall not give you new directions;
cc pc-acp vvi po11 n2, cc vdb pno32. pn31 vmb xx vvi pn22 j n2;
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
992
As he appoints him to them, so he annoints h m with gifts, and graces,
As he appoints him to them, so he anoints h m with Gifts, and graces,
p-acp pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp pno32, av pns31 vvz zz sy p-acp n2, cc n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 36
1076
and basely thrust him quite away from us, and refuse to meddle with him.
and basely thrust him quite away from us, and refuse to meddle with him.
cc av-j vvd pno31 av av p-acp pno12, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1550
but) of all the earth, stand up and say, Let us break these bonds asunder,
but) of all the earth, stand up and say, Let us break these bonds asunder,
cc-acp) pp-f d dt n1, vvb a-acp cc vvi, vvb pno12 vvi d n2 av,
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1551
and cast away these cords from us. and cast away these cords from us.
cc vvd av d n2 p-acp pno12.
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
2016
and yet he calms all, we hear no more but this, Let him curse, &c.
and yet he calms all, we hear no more but this, Let him curse, etc.
cc av pns31 vvz d, pns12 vvb av-dx dc p-acp d, vvb pno31 vvi, av
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2636
The life of nature is a fading thing, it may be gone upon a suddain.
The life of nature is a fading thing, it may be gone upon a sudden.
dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2754
and have no means to get it, nor any thing to give for it.
and have no means to get it, nor any thing to give for it.
cc vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, ccx d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
0
AN EXPOSITION WITH NOTES Vnfolded and Applyed On IOHN 17.
an EXPOSITION WITH NOTES Unfolded and Applied On JOHN 17.
dt n1 p-acp n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 crd
(7) exposition (DIV1)
0
Page 1
1
JOHN 17.1. These words spake Jesus, &c ▪ JOHN 17.1. These words spoke jesus, etc. ▪
np1 crd. d n2 vvd np1, av ▪
(8) part (DIV2)
0
Page 1
2
THE Words of such a friend who is likely to continue, take not so deep impression as his who is dying or departing.
THE Words of such a friend who is likely to continue, take not so deep impression as his who is dying or departing.
dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi, vvb xx av j-jn n1 p-acp po31 zz vbz vvg cc vvg.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
3
The last farewell of such a one as is dear in our affections is most observed, and best remembred.
The last farewell of such a one as is dear in our affections is most observed, and best remembered.
dt ord n1 pp-f d dt pi a-acp vbz j-jn p-acp po12 n2 vbz av-ds vvn, cc av-js vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
4
A secret winning and commanding power accompanies such parting passages;
A secret winning and commanding power Accompanies such parting passages;
dt j-jn j-vvg cc vvg n1 vvz d j-vvg n2;
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
2777
When he begins to stir you, you resist the work of it.
When he begins to stir you, you resist the work of it.
c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn22, pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
5
and hence our Saviour Christ was frequent in them, when he was ready to be offered up,
and hence our Saviour christ was frequent in them, when he was ready to be offered up,
cc av po12 n1 np1 vbds j p-acp pno32, c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp,
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
6
and to be finally withdrawn from his disciples. They who left all for him; must needs be very much dejected to be left by him;
and to be finally withdrawn from his Disciples. They who left all for him; must needs be very much dejected to be left by him;
cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2. pns32 r-crq vvd d p-acp pno31; vmb av vbi av av-d vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31;
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
7
And therefore he was wise and merciful to give them Comfort while he was among them,
And Therefore he was wise and merciful to give them Comfort while he was among them,
cc av pns31 vbds j cc j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32,
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
8
and to dispatch them down a Comforter from heaven when he was departed from them.
and to dispatch them down a Comforter from heaven when he was departed from them.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
9
Upon the first of these he spends no less then four chapters, all tending to confirm and fortifie their hearts against the bitter trials and afflictions which they were to meet withall when he was gone.
Upon the First of these he spends no less then four Chapters, all tending to confirm and fortify their hearts against the bitter trials and afflictions which they were to meet withal when he was gone.
p-acp dt ord pp-f d pns31 vvz av-dx dc cs crd n2, d vvg pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi av c-crq pns31 vbds vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
10
And this he doth by speaking to them, and by speaking for them. Both wayes he seeks to strengthen them;
And this he does by speaking to them, and by speaking for them. Both ways he seeks to strengthen them;
cc d pns31 vdz p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, cc p-acp vvg p-acp pno32. av-d n2 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32;
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
11
by speaking to them in a way of consolation; by speaking for them in a way of supplication.
by speaking to them in a Way of consolation; by speaking for them in a Way of supplication.
p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
12
The first of these he ends with the foregoing chapter, the latter he pursues in this;
The First of these he ends with the foregoing chapter, the latter he pursues in this;
dt ord pp-f d pns31 vvz p-acp dt vvg n1, dt d pns31 vvz p-acp d;
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
13
which I intend (with Gods assistance) to go through withall; as I shall have ability and opportunity.
which I intend (with God's assistance) to go through withal; as I shall have ability and opportunity.
r-crq pns11 vvb (p-acp npg1 n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp av; c-acp pns11 vmb vhi n1 cc n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
14
And therefore in the entrance of this chapter it is said with reference to those which go before, These words spake Jesus, These words he spake to his disciples in a way of consolation.
And Therefore in the Entrance of this chapter it is said with Referente to those which go before, These words spoke jesus, These words he spoke to his Disciples in a Way of consolation.
cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb a-acp, d n2 vvd np1, d n2 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 1
15
And then immediately is added what he spake for his Disciples in a way of supplication.
And then immediately is added what he spoke for his Disciples in a Way of supplication.
cc av av-j vbz vvn r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 2
16
These words spake Jesus, and lifed up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father the hour is come, &c.These words spoke jesus, and lifed up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father the hour is come, etc.
d n2 vvd np1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd, n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, av
(8) part (DIV2)
2
Page 2
17
So that this Chapter which I am to handle is the Lords prayer. From the beginning of it to the end, nothing but the Lords prayer.
So that this Chapter which I am to handle is the lords prayer. From the beginning of it to the end, nothing but the lords prayer.
av cst d n1 r-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi vbz dt ng1 n1. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, pix cc-acp dt n2 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
3
Page 2
18
Not the Lords prayer which he taught us, but the Lords prayer which he made for us.
Not the lords prayer which he taught us, but the lords prayer which he made for us.
xx dt n2 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pno12, cc-acp dt n2 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12.
(8) part (DIV2)
3
Page 2
19
Not that which he propounded to us, as our pattern; but that which he presented for us, as our priviledge.
Not that which he propounded to us, as our pattern; but that which he presented for us, as our privilege.
xx d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12, c-acp po12 n1; cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12, c-acp po12 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
3
Page 2
20
Whether this were the very prayer which he uttered in the garden, when he was in an Agony, is much disputed.
Whither this were the very prayer which he uttered in the garden, when he was in an Agony, is much disputed.
cs d vbdr dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, vbz av-d vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
21
Some think it was the very same for substance;
some think it was the very same for substance;
d vvb pn31 vbds dt av d p-acp n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
22
and that it is set down more largely here, by John then by the rest of the Evangelists,
and that it is Set down more largely Here, by John then by the rest of the Evangelists,
cc cst pn31 vbz vvn a-acp av-dc av-j av, p-acp np1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2,
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
23
because none of them were present, when Christ made that prayer, but he took Peter, James and John with him,
Because none of them were present, when christ made that prayer, but he took Peter, James and John with him,
c-acp pix pp-f pno32 vbdr j, c-crq np1 vvd cst n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd np1, np1 cc np1 p-acp pno31,
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
24
as you may see, Mark 14.33. But this is but a meer fancy.
as you may see, Mark 14.33. But this is but a mere fancy.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vvb crd. p-acp d vbz p-acp dt j n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
47
Christ was in heaven in his thoughts and his affections, when he made it, These things spake Iesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven and said;
christ was in heaven in his thoughts and his affections, when he made it, These things spoke Iesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven and said;
np1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31, d n2 vvd np1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvd;
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 3
2819
but only to a certain, pitcht, selected Company of men.
but only to a certain, pitched, selected Company of men.
cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j, vvd, vvn n1 pp-f n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
25
For in the first verse of the following chapter, it is manifest that Christ went not to the garden till he had ended this prayer, Iohn 18.1. When he had spoken these words, that is, the very prayer we are entering on, He went forth with his Disciples over the brook Cedron;
For in the First verse of the following chapter, it is manifest that christ went not to the garden till he had ended this prayer, John 18.1. When he had spoken these words, that is, the very prayer we Are entering on, He went forth with his Disciples over the brook Cedron;
p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vbz j cst np1 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d n2, cst vbz, dt j n1 pns12 vbr vvg a-acp, pns31 vvd av p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 np1;
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
26
where was a garden, into which he entered. where was a garden, into which he entered.
c-crq vbds dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd.
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
27
Nor is it probable that our Evangelist, if he had given us the sum of that prayer, would wholly have omitted that which was the main petition in it,
Nor is it probable that our Evangelist, if he had given us the sum of that prayer, would wholly have omitted that which was the main petition in it,
ccx vbz pn31 j cst po12 np1, cs pns31 vhd vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd av-jn vhi vvn d r-crq vbds dt j n1 p-acp pn31,
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
28
and which is so exactly mentioned by all the rest of the Evangelists, Father if it be possible let this Cup pass from me.
and which is so exactly mentioned by all the rest of the Evangelists, Father if it be possible let this Cup pass from me.
cc r-crq vbz av av-j vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2, n1 cs pn31 vbb j vvb d n1 vvi p-acp pno11.
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
29
Of which we have not the least hint in this Chapter:
Of which we have not the least hint in this Chapter:
pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb xx dt ds n1 p-acp d n1:
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
30
Besides it is to be observed, that our Saviour made that prayer in the garden lying prostrate upon the earth,
Beside it is to be observed, that our Saviour made that prayer in the garden lying prostrate upon the earth,
p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst po12 n1 vvd cst n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg j p-acp dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
31
as you may see, Mat. 26.39. He fell upon his face and prayed:
as you may see, Mathew 26.39. He fell upon his face and prayed:
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc vvd:
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
32
Whereas the prayer we are now about to handle, was made, with face and eyes erect, and lifted up to Heaven.
Whereas the prayer we Are now about to handle, was made, with face and eyes erect, and lifted up to Heaven.
cs dt n1 pns12 vbr av a-acp pc-acp vvi, vbds vvn, p-acp n1 cc n2 vvb, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
4
Page 2
33
These words spake Iesus, and lift up his eyes to Heaven, and said, Father the hour is come, &c.These words spoke Iesus, and lift up his eyes to Heaven, and said, Father the hour is come, etc.
d n2 vvd np1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd, n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, av
(8) part (DIV2)
5
Page 2
34
So that this prayer of our Saviour was evidently, and unquestionably made, before his coming to the garden of Gethsemane, just as he was about to go thither.
So that this prayer of our Saviour was evidently, and unquestionably made, before his coming to the garden of Gethsemane, just as he was about to go thither.
av cst d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds av-j, cc av-j vvn, p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi av.
(8) part (DIV2)
6
Page 2
35
He had been swan-like singing out his dying song in the ears of his Disciples,
He had been swanlike singing out his dying song in the ears of his Disciples,
pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvg av po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2,
(8) part (DIV2)
6
Page 2
36
for the space of three Chapters, and speaking many things to comfort them, being at the point to leave them.
for the Molle of three Chapters, and speaking many things to Comfort them, being At the point to leave them.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, cc vvg d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, vbg p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(8) part (DIV2)
6
Page 2
37
And having finisht what he had to say, he shuts up all with this prayer, These words spake Iesus, and lifted up his eyes to Heaven, and said;
And having finished what he had to say, he shuts up all with this prayer, These words spoke Iesus, and lifted up his eyes to Heaven, and said;
cc vhg vvn r-crq pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz a-acp d p-acp d n1, d n2 vvd np1, cc vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd;
(8) part (DIV2)
6
Page 2
38
which having ended, immediately away he goes, and is betrayed; As you may see in the beginning of the following chapter.
which having ended, immediately away he Goes, and is betrayed; As you may see in the beginning of the following chapter.
r-crq vhg vvn, av-j av pns31 vvz, cc vbz vvn; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvg n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
6
Page 2
39
You see then what a Subject we have now to handle;
You see then what a Subject we have now to handle;
pn22 vvb av q-crq dt j-jn pns12 vhb av pc-acp vvi;
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
40
A prayer, and a prayer made by Christ, the great High-priest, the Advocate and Intercessor of his people,
A prayer, and a prayer made by christ, the great High priest, the Advocate and Intercessor of his people,
dt n1, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, dt j n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
41
and the last publike, Solemn prayer that he made with his Apostles, and Disciples, just as he was about to suffer.
and the last public, Solemn prayer that he made with his Apostles, and Disciples, just as he was about to suffer.
cc dt ord j, j n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2, cc n2, j c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi.
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
42
He took his last farewell of them in this prayer, and therefore you must think it was a Spiritfull, a zealous, and a pithy one.
He took his last farewell of them in this prayer, and Therefore you must think it was a Spiritful, a zealous, and a pithy one.
pns31 vvd po31 ord n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1, cc av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbds dt j, dt j, cc dt j pi.
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
43
When he was going to be crucified, he took his leave in a long oration to them, which having done, he prayed among them, and so left them.
When he was going to be Crucified, he took his leave in a long oration to them, which having done, he prayed among them, and so left them.
c-crq pns31 vbds vvg pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vhg vdn, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, cc av vvd pno32.
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
44
And truly such a prayer made by such a one as Jesus Christ, at such a time,
And truly such a prayer made by such a one as jesus christ, At such a time,
cc av-j d dt n1 vvd p-acp d dt pi p-acp np1 np1, p-acp d dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
45
and on such an occasion, and among such a company, must needs be heavenly and ravishing,
and on such an occasion, and among such a company, must needs be heavenly and ravishing,
cc p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1, vmb av vbi j cc j-vvg,
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 2
48
The Lord in mercy grant that we may be in heaven, while we hear it. To make way to the handling of it, I shall consider three things; First, the transition to it.
The Lord in mercy grant that we may be in heaven, while we hear it. To make Way to the handling of it, I shall Consider three things; First, the transition to it.
dt n1 p-acp n1 vvi cst pns12 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb pn31. pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, pns11 vmb vvi crd n2; ord, dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(8) part (DIV2)
7
Page 3
49
Then Secondly the gesture, and the carriage of our Saviour in it. Thirdly the substance, and the matter of it.
Then Secondly the gesture, and the carriage of our Saviour in it. Thirdly the substance, and the matter of it.
av ord dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pn31. ord dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(8) part (DIV2)
8
Page 3
50
First the transition to it, from the former chapter, These words spake Jesus, these words expressed in the long discourse before.
First the transition to it, from the former chapter, These words spoke jesus, these words expressed in the long discourse before.
ord dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n1, d n2 vvd np1, d n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 a-acp.
(8) part (DIV2)
9
Page 3
51
Then Secondly the gesture, and the carriage of our Saviour in it, he lifted up his eyes to heaven while he made it. Thirdly the substance;
Then Secondly the gesture, and the carriage of our Saviour in it, he lifted up his eyes to heaven while he made it. Thirdly the substance;
av ord dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vvn a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 cs pns31 vvd pn31. ord dt n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
10
Page 3
52
and the matter of it, and it is wholly for the Church, either for himself the head of the Church, in reference,
and the matter of it, and it is wholly for the Church, either for himself the head of the Church, in Referente,
cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc pn31 vbz av-jn p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
11
Page 3
53
and with relation to the Church, or for the members of the Church First, for himself the head of the Church, he desireth glorification, Father glorifie thy Son, in the first verse of the chapter,
and with Relation to the Church, or for the members of the Church First, for himself the head of the Church, he Desires glorification, Father Glorify thy Son, in the First verse of the chapter,
cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 ord, p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz n1, n1 vvi po21 n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
11
Page 3
54
and this in reference and with relation to the Church, as is apparent at verse 24. That they may behold his glory.
and this in Referente and with Relation to the Church, as is apparent At verse 24. That they may behold his glory.
cc d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp n1 crd cst pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
11
Page 3
55
Then Secondly, for the members of the Church, he desireth confirmation, and that either for the Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church;
Then Secondly, for the members of the Church, he Desires confirmation, and that either for the Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church;
av ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz n1, cc cst d c-acp dt n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
11
Page 3
56
Or else for those who were after to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church to come.
Or Else for those who were After to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church to come.
cc av p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 vvg, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(8) part (DIV2)
11
Page 3
57
In the first place he prayes for the Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church, who were already called and sanctified, at the sixth,
In the First place he prays for the Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church, who were already called and sanctified, At the sixth,
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbdr av vvn cc vvn, p-acp dt ord,
(8) part (DIV2)
12
Page 3
58
and following verses, whom God had given him out of the world, I pray for them (saith he) I pray not for the world.
and following Verses, whom God had given him out of the world, I pray for them (Says he) I pray not for the world.
cc vvg n2, ro-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
12
Page 3
59
In the Second place he prayes for those who were after to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church that was to come, ver. 20. and so on to the conclusion of the Chapter, Neither pray I for these alone,
In the Second place he prays for those who were After to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church that was to come, ver. 20. and so on to the conclusion of the Chapter, Neither pray I for these alone,
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 vvg, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds pc-acp vvi, fw-la. crd cc av a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-dx vvb pns11 p-acp d j,
(8) part (DIV2)
12
Page 3
60
but for them also which shall believe in me through their word. So that this prayer of our Saviour Christ you see, is very full.but for them also which shall believe in me through their word. So that this prayer of our Saviour christ you see, is very full.
cc-acp p-acp pno32 av r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1. av cst d n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 pn22 vvb, vbz av j.
(8) part (DIV2)
12
Page 3
61
It is for himself the head of the Church, And it is for the Church which is his body, of which alone he is the Saviour and the Intercessor.
It is for himself the head of the Church, And it is for the Church which is his body, of which alone he is the Saviour and the Intercessor.
pn31 vbz p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz po31 n1, pp-f r-crq av-j pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
13
Page 3
62
It is for the present Church, it is for the Church to come. It is for the Apostles and the Ministers, the officers and teachers of the Church.
It is for the present Church, it is for the Church to come. It is for the Apostles and the Ministers, the Officers and Teachers of the Church.
pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
13
Page 3
63
And it is for the ordinary members of the Church, who believe through their words.
And it is for the ordinary members of the Church, who believe through their words.
cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
13
Page 3
64
So that whoever appertaineth to the Church, let him live in what time he will, be he of what condition or estate he will, he hath a share in this prayer.
So that whoever appertaineth to the Church, let him live in what time he will, be he of what condition or estate he will, he hath a share in this prayer.
av cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb, vbb pns31 pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb, pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
13
Page 3
65
We must begin with the transition to it, These words spake Jesus. These words, what words? the words in the three Chapters next before, all tending to establish his Apostles and Disciples, which the Evangelist relates exactly for the comfort and confirmation of the Church of Christ, even to the worlds end:
We must begin with the transition to it, These words spoke jesus. These words, what words? the words in the three Chapters next before, all tending to establish his Apostles and Disciples, which the Evangelist relates exactly for the Comfort and confirmation of the Church of christ, even to the world's end:
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, d n2 vvd np1. d n2, r-crq n2? dt n2 p-acp dt crd n2 ord p-acp, d vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2, r-crq dt np1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt ng1 n1:
(8) part (DIV2)
14
Page 3
66
and having done with the relation, he shuts it up with this, These word spake Jesus, and so goes onward to his supplication.
and having done with the Relation, he shuts it up with this, These word spoke jesus, and so Goes onward to his supplication.
cc vhg vdn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp d, d n1 vvd np1, cc av vvz av p-acp po31 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
14
Page 3
67
The point apparently suggested to us here, is this.
The point apparently suggested to us Here, is this.
dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp pno12 av, vbz d.
(8) part (DIV2)
14
Page 3
68
DOCTRINE. The words that Jesus spake are very fit to be commended to the choicest observation of his Church and people.DOCTRINE. The words that jesus spoke Are very fit to be commended to the Choicest observation of his Church and people.
n1. dt n2 cst np1 vvd vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
14
Page 4
69
And here they are so carefully, and so exactly gathered up by the Evangelist, and knit together in a chain, every Link of which is precious.
And Here they Are so carefully, and so exactly gathered up by the Evangelist, and knit together in a chain, every Link of which is precious.
cc av pns32 vbr av av-j, cc av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt np1, cc vvn av p-acp dt n1, d n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
70
And having laid them all together, he writes this under them, These words spake Jesus. q•d.
And having laid them all together, he writes this under them, These words spoke jesus. q•d.
cc vhg vvn pno32 d av, pns31 vvz d p-acp pno32, d n2 vvd np1. n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
71
Take heed that you observe, and mark them well, they are the words, not of an ordinary man,
Take heed that you observe, and mark them well, they Are the words, not of an ordinary man,
vvb n1 cst pn22 vvb, cc vvb pno32 av, pns32 vbr dt n2, xx pp-f dt j n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
72
but of the blessed Son of God, the great Prophet of the Church.
but of the blessed Son of God, the great Prophet of the Church.
cc-acp pp-f dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
73
These words were breathed from the lips of Jesus Christ himself, and therefore see that you take notice of them, and value them accordingly.
These words were breathed from the lips of jesus christ himself, and Therefore see that you take notice of them, and valve them accordingly.
np1 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 px31, cc av vvb cst pn22 vvb n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvi pno32 av-vvg.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
74
These words spake Jesus; indeed the summ and substance of the four Evangelists is but the history of Jesus Christ, of his words,These words spoke jesus; indeed the sum and substance of the four Evangelists is but the history of jesus christ, of his words,
d n2 vvd np1; av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt crd n2 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pp-f po31 n2,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
75
and of his actions, and therefore Luke reduceth all that he hath written in his Gospel to these two heads, Acts 1.1. The former Treatise have I made O Theophilus of all that Jesus began both to do and teach.
and of his actions, and Therefore Lycia reduceth all that he hath written in his Gospel to these two Heads, Acts 1.1. The former Treatise have I made Oh Theophilus of all that jesus began both to do and teach.
cc pp-f po31 n2, cc av av vvz d cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d crd n2, n2 crd. dt j n1 vhb pns11 vvn uh np1 pp-f d cst np1 vvd av-d pc-acp vdi cc vvi.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
76
His treatise (as you see) consisted of these two things, either that which Jesus did,
His treatise (as you see) consisted of these two things, either that which jesus did,
po31 n1 (c-acp pn22 vvb) vvd pp-f d crd n2, av-d d r-crq np1 vdd,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
77
or else that which Jesus spake;
or Else that which jesus spoke;
cc av cst r-crq np1 vvd;
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
78
So that his sayings (as you see) are very memorable and remarkable, being by special revelation and direction of the Spirit put in writing,
So that his sayings (as you see) Are very memorable and remarkable, being by special Revelation and direction of the Spirit put in writing,
av cst po31 n2-vvg (c-acp pn22 vvb) vbr av j cc j, vbg p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
79
and so left upon record for the instruction and the consolation of his people to the worlds end.
and so left upon record for the instruction and the consolation of his people to the world's end.
cc av vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
80
You may observe what care is taken to gather up the words of Jesus, as they dropt from him upon all occasions, that none of them might perish and be lost;
You may observe what care is taken to gather up the words of jesus, as they dropped from him upon all occasions, that none of them might perish and be lost;
pn22 vmb vvi r-crq n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, cst pix pp-f pno32 vmd vvi cc vbi vvn;
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
81
by which it is apparent they were things of worth and use, and fit to be preserved for posterity.
by which it is apparent they were things of worth and use, and fit to be preserved for posterity.
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
82
And it is noted to the praise of Mary, that she kept his Sayings when others lost them,
And it is noted to the praise of Marry, that she kept his Sayings when Others lost them,
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f uh, cst pns31 vvd po31 n2-vvg c-crq n2-jn vvd pno32,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
83
yea she kept all his sayings, and she kept them in her heart, that was the Cabinet in which she put them,
yea she kept all his sayings, and she kept them in her heart, that was the Cabinet in which she put them,
uh pns31 vvd d po31 n2-vvg, cc pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno32,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
84
when others valued them as things of nothing, and looked upon them but as loose words;
when Others valued them as things of nothing, and looked upon them but as lose words;
c-crq n2-jn vvd pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f pix, cc vvd p-acp pno32 cc-acp a-acp j n2;
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
85
And therefore she is set in opposition to them, Iohn 2.5. They understood not the sayings which he spake to them, but Mary kept all these sayings in her heart.
And Therefore she is Set in opposition to them, John 2.5. They understood not the sayings which he spoke to them, but Marry kept all these sayings in her heart.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd. pns32 vvd xx dt n2-vvg r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, cc-acp uh vvd d d n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
86
She laid them near her heart as choice things.
She laid them near her heart as choice things.
pns31 vvd pno32 av-j po31 n1 c-acp j n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
87
It was the promise of our Saviour Christ to his disciples, and one of the last he made them,
It was the promise of our Saviour christ to his Disciples, and one of the last he made them,
pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc crd pp-f dt ord pns31 vvd pno32,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
88
and therefore certainly it was a precious one, that if they should forget the words that he had spoken to them, he would dispatch them down his spirit out of heaven,
and Therefore Certainly it was a precious one, that if they should forget the words that he had spoken to them, he would dispatch them down his Spirit out of heaven,
cc av av-j pn31 vbds dt j pi, cst cs pns32 vmd vvi dt n2 cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp po31 n1 av pp-f n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
89
and this should be one great part of his business with them, to mind them of such words of his as were slipt out of their minds, Ioh. 14.26.
and this should be one great part of his business with them, to mind them of such words of his as were slipped out of their minds, John 14.26.
cc d vmd vbi pi j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f d n2 pp-f po31 a-acp vbdr vvn av pp-f po32 n2, np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
90
The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost shall come, and he shall teach you all things, The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost shall come, and he shall teach you all things,
dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 vmb vvi, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 d n2,
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
91
and bring all things to remembrance whatsoever I have said to you. and bring all things to remembrance whatsoever I have said to you.
cc vvi d n2 p-acp n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22.
(8) part (DIV2)
15
Page 4
92
By which it is apparent that the words which Jesus spake are very fit, &c. And this will yet appear more fully and distinctly to you,
By which it is apparent that the words which jesus spoke Are very fit, etc. And this will yet appear more Fully and distinctly to you,
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j cst dt n2 r-crq np1 vvd vbr av j, av cc d vmb av vvi av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp pn22,
(8) part (DIV2)
16
Page 4
93
if you consider but these three things: First whose the words were. Then what the words were.
if you Consider but these three things: First whose the words were. Then what the words were.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp d crd n2: ord r-crq dt n2 vbdr. av q-crq dt n2 vbdr.
(8) part (DIV2)
16
Page 4
94
Thirdly, the manner how the words were spoken.
Thirdly, the manner how the words were spoken.
ord, dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
16
Page 4
95
As for the first of these, if you consider whose the words were, you will discern them to be very fit to be commended to the choicest observation of the Church.
As for the First of these, if you Consider whose the words were, you will discern them to be very fit to be commended to the Choicest observation of the Church.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cs pn22 vvb r-crq dt n2 vbdr, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
17
Page 5
96
The author of them, if you look no further, will purchase them so much credit. They are the words that Jesus spake, as you have in my text;
The author of them, if you look no further, will purchase them so much credit. They Are the words that jesus spoke, as you have in my text;
dt n1 pp-f pno32, cs pn22 vvb av-dx av-jc, vmb vvi pno32 av av-d vvi. pns32 vbr dt n2 cst np1 vvd, c-acp pn22 vhb p-acp po11 n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
17
Page 5
97
And shall that which Jesus spake, any thing which he delivered, be thought unworthy of the notice of his people? Why what was Jesus, that the words that dropt from him must be so highly valued,
And shall that which jesus spoke, any thing which he Delivered, be Thought unworthy of the notice of his people? Why what was jesus, that the words that dropped from him must be so highly valued,
cc vmb d r-crq np1 vvd, d n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, vbb vvn j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? q-crq q-crq vbds np1, cst dt n2 cst vvd p-acp pno31 vmb vbi av av-j vvn,
(8) part (DIV2)
17
Page 5
98
and esteemed? My brethren, if you look upon him upwards, with relation to the father;
and esteemed? My brothers, if you look upon him upward, with Relation to the father;
cc vvn? po11 n2, cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
17
Page 5
99
or if you look upon him downwards, with relation to the Church, you will see enough for this, on all hands.
or if you look upon him downwards, with Relation to the Church, you will see enough for this, on all hands.
cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi av-d p-acp d, p-acp d n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
17
Page 5
100
1. If you look upon him upwards, with relation to the father, you will see reason why his words should be Commended to the choicest observation of his Church and people.
1. If you look upon him upward, with Relation to the father, you will see reason why his words should be Commended to the Choicest observation of his Church and people.
crd cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi n1 c-crq po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
101
He is the fathers own son. But you will say, wise fathers have very often weak children.
He is the Father's own son. But you will say, wise Father's have very often weak children.
pns31 vbz dt ng1 d n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, j n2 vhb av av j n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
102
But Jesus Christ is so his fathers son, that he partaketh with him of his wisdom, it is poured out into him in abundance.
But jesus christ is so his Father's son, that he partaketh with him of his Wisdom, it is poured out into him in abundance.
p-acp np1 np1 vbz av po31 ng1 n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp pno31 p-acp n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
103
And therefore he is sometimes called the wisdom of the father in the abstract, as see, 1 Cor. 1.24. Iesus Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.
And Therefore he is sometime called the Wisdom of the father in the abstract, as see, 1 Cor. 1.24. Iesus christ the power of God, and the Wisdom of God.
cc av pns31 vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp vvb, crd np1 crd. np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
243
So that you see that Prayer is not tyed to the expression of the tongue;
So that you see that Prayer is not tied to the expression of the tongue;
av cst pn22 vvb d n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
104
And if he be so very wise you may be sure he spake wise words, and wise words are worth the marking.
And if he be so very wise you may be sure he spoke wise words, and wise words Are worth the marking.
cc cs pns31 vbb av j n1 pn22 vmb vbi j pns31 vvd j n2, cc j n2 vbr j dt vvg.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
105
In him are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2.3.
In him Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2.3.
p-acp pno31 vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
106
And out of question what he bringeth forth is of the treasure that is hid in him.
And out of question what he brings forth is of the treasure that is hid in him.
cc av pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av vbz pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31.
(8) part (DIV2)
18
Page 5
107
2. But in the next place, if you look upon him downwards, with Relation to the Church, you will see further reason why the words that Jesus spake, should be so exactly noted, and so carefully observed.
2. But in the next place, if you look upon him downwards, with Relation to the Church, you will see further reason why the words that jesus spoke, should be so exactly noted, and so carefully observed.
crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi jc n1 c-crq dt n2 cst np1 vvd, vmd vbi av av-j vvn, cc av av-j vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
108
As he is the fathers wisdom, so he is made to us wisdom, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 1.30. His father hath appointed him to be the great Prophet of of his Church.
As he is the Father's Wisdom, so he is made to us Wisdom, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 1.30. His father hath appointed him to be the great Prophet of of his Church.
p-acp pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1, av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f pp-f po31 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
109
The great preacher, the greater revealer of his truth and will to men, and therefore out of question he can speak well,
The great preacher, the greater revealer of his truth and will to men, and Therefore out of question he can speak well,
dt j n1, dt jc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cc av av pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vvi av,
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
110
and his words are worth the marking.
and his words Are worth the marking.
cc po31 n2 vbr j dt vvg.
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
111
You may be sure the father would not send out such a Prophet to the Church as were not worth the listening to.
You may be sure the father would not send out such a Prophet to the Church as were not worth the listening to.
pn22 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 vmd xx vvi av d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbdr xx j dt vvg p-acp.
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
112
No, no, God hath annointed me to preach, faith Christ himself, Luke 4.18.
No, no, God hath anointed me to preach, faith christ himself, Lycia 4.18.
uh-dx, uh-dx, np1 vhz vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi, n1 np1 px31, av crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
113
not appointed me to preach, but annointed me to preach, endued me with abilities and gifts for that office, God who in former times (saith the Apostle) spake to the fathers by the Prophets, hath in these latter dayes spoken to us by the Son. He was designed, you see, to be the spoksman for the father to the world, to tell them what his mind is,
not appointed me to preach, but anointed me to preach, endued me with abilities and Gifts for that office, God who in former times (Says the Apostle) spoke to the Father's by the prophets, hath in these latter days spoken to us by the Son. He was designed, you see, to be the spoksman for the father to the world, to tell them what his mind is,
xx vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi, vvd pno11 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, np1 r-crq p-acp j n2 (vvz dt n1) vvd p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vhz p-acp d d n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn, pn22 vvb, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq po31 n1 vbz,
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
114
and to preach the Gospel to them.
and to preach the Gospel to them.
cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32.
(8) part (DIV2)
19
Page 5
115
We that are ordinary preachers of the Gospel, we that are underlings to Christ in this business, must be enabled with some competent ability in this respect,
We that Are ordinary Preachers of the Gospel, we that Are underlings to christ in this business, must be enabled with Some competent ability in this respect,
pns12 d vbr j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 cst vbr n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp d n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 5
116
or else we are not fit for this work. And therefore when our Saviour sent out his disciples, he promised to give them wisdom, and a mouth;
or Else we Are not fit for this work. And Therefore when our Saviour sent out his Disciples, he promised to give them Wisdom, and a Mouth;
cc av pns12 vbr xx j p-acp d n1. cc av c-crq po12 n1 vvd av po31 n2, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 n1, cc dt n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 5
117
that is, matter and expression, Luke 21.15. wisdom within, together with a mouth to utter and to bring forth that wisdom.
that is, matter and expression, Lycia 21.15. Wisdom within, together with a Mouth to utter and to bring forth that Wisdom.
d vbz, n1 cc n1, av crd. n1 a-acp, av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av d n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 5
118
To shew that both of these must go together in a preacher of the Gospel.
To show that both of these must go together in a preacher of the Gospel.
p-acp n1 cst d pp-f d vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 5
119
I know there is a latitude to be admitted and allowed in this regard, but yet a competent ability to speak so as the people may be edified by it, is indisputably required.
I know there is a latitude to be admitted and allowed in this regard, but yet a competent ability to speak so as the people may be edified by it, is indisputably required.
pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, vbz av-j vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 5
120
And if the under-ministers of Christ must have such a faculty, how great ability then must their Master have? Who was designed to be the great Preacher, the great Prophet,
And if the under-ministers of christ must have such a faculty, how great ability then must their Master have? Who was designed to be the great Preacher, the great Prophet,
cc cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vhi d dt n1, c-crq j n1 cs vmb po32 n1 vhb? r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt j n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 5
121
and (as the Apostle stiles him) the chief Bishop of our Souls.
and (as the Apostle stile him) the chief Bishop of our Souls.
cc (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31) dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 6
122
And if he had such a transcendent faculty to speak, then certainly the words he spake are fit to be commended, &c.
And if he had such a transcendent faculty to speak, then Certainly the words he spoke Are fit to be commended, etc.
cc cs pns31 vhd d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, av av-j dt n2 pns31 vvd vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn, av
(8) part (DIV2)
20
Page 6
123
Then secondly, if you consider as whose the words were, so in the next place what the words were;
Then secondly, if you Consider as whose the words were, so in the next place what the words were;
av ord, cs pn22 vvb p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbdr, av p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq dt n2 vbdr;
(8) part (DIV2)
21
Page 6
124
you will allow them to be worthy of our choicest observation.
you will allow them to be worthy of our Choicest observation.
pn22 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po12 js n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
21
Page 6
125
What the words were that Jesus spake, either for the matter of them, or for the efficacy of them, let us a little weigh them in their order,
What the words were that jesus spoke, either for the matter of them, or for the efficacy of them, let us a little weigh them in their order,
q-crq dt n2 vbdr cst np1 vvd, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvb pno12 dt j vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
21
Page 6
126
and we shall see they both help to this business. 1. The words of Jesus, for the matter of them, commonly were Gospel words.
and we shall see they both help to this business. 1. The words of jesus, for the matter of them, commonly were Gospel words.
cc pns12 vmb vvi pns32 d vvb p-acp d n1. crd dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-j vbdr n1 n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
21
Page 6
127
Such were the words to which my text alludes, in the three chapters next before, full of nothing else (my brethren) but Gospel-sweetness, Gospel-Promises,
Such were the words to which my text alludes, in the three Chapters next before, full of nothing Else (my brothers) but Gospel-sweetness, Gospel promises,
d vbdr dt n2 p-acp r-crq po11 n1 vvz, p-acp dt crd n2 ord p-acp, j pp-f pix av (po11 n2) p-acp n1, j,
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
128
and Gospel-consolation against approaching troubles and afflictions, these were the words that Jesus spake. Christ in a sense (my brethren) was the first,
and Gospel-consolation against approaching Troubles and afflictions, these were the words that jesus spoke. christ in a sense (my brothers) was the First,
cc n1 p-acp j-vvg n2 cc n2, d vbdr dt n2 cst np1 vvd. np1 p-acp dt n1 (po11 n2) vbds dt ord,
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
129
and certainly the chiefest preacher of the Gospel;
and Certainly the chiefest preacher of the Gospel;
cc av-j dt js-jn n1 pp-f dt n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
130
this great Salvation, at the first, began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed afterwards by them that heard him, Heb. 2.3.
this great Salvation, At the First, began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed afterwards by them that herd him, Hebrew 2.3.
d j n1, p-acp dt ord, vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbds vvn av p-acp pno32 cst vvd pno31, np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
131
And hence the Gospel, (as you know) is called Christs saying, John 8.51. The Law was the fathers saying.
And hence the Gospel, (as you know) is called Christ saying, John 8.51. The Law was the Father's saying.
cc av dt n1, (c-acp pn22 vvb) vbz vvn npg1 n-vvg, np1 crd. dt n1 vbds dt ng1 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
132
God spake these words. The Gospel is the Sons saying, This was spoken by the Son. And hence saith Christ in the fore-alledged text, if a man keep my saying he shall never see Death. God spoke these words. The Gospel is the Sons saying, This was spoken by the Son. And hence Says christ in the fore-alleged text, if a man keep my saying he shall never see Death.
np1 vvd d n2. dt n1 vbz dt n2 vvg, d vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cc av vvz np1 p-acp dt j n1, cs dt n1 vvb po11 n1 pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
133
So that the sayings and the words of Jesus are very fit to be considered: For his;
So that the sayings and the words of jesus Are very fit to be considered: For his;
av cst dt n2-vvg cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn: c-acp png31;
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
134
you see, are Gospel-sayings, and Gospel sayings are worthy of all acceptation, as the Apostle tels you, 1 Tim. 1.15. Indeed Law-Sayings are not so readily attended to, and entertained.
you see, Are gospel-sayings, and Gospel sayings Are worthy of all acceptation, as the Apostle tells you, 1 Tim. 1.15. Indeed Law-Sayings Are not so readily attended to, and entertained.
pn22 vvb, vbr j, cc n1 n2-vvg vbr j pp-f d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, crd np1 crd. np1 j vbr xx av av-j vvn p-acp, cc vvn.
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
135
You know (my brethren) on mount Sinai, at the giving of the Law, there were thunderings,
You know (my brothers) on mount Sinai, At the giving of the Law, there were thunderings,
pn22 vvb (po11 n2) p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbdr n2-vvg,
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
136
and lightnings, and terrible voices, and the event, and issue was, the people fled, and would not hear, they were not able to endure the noise.
and lightnings, and terrible voices, and the event, and issue was, the people fled, and would not hear, they were not able to endure the noise.
cc n2, cc j n2, cc dt n1, cc n1 vbds, dt n1 vvd, cc vmd xx vvi, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
137
But Gospel-sayings on the other side allure affection, and invite attention.
But gospel-sayings on the other side allure affection, and invite attention.
p-acp j p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvi n1, cc vvi n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
138
Upon mount Tabor where our Saviour was transfigured there was a shining Sun, a bright cloud, a gentle and a pleasing voice, and the Disciples said, Edificemus Domine, Let us build here, &c. 2. And as the words of Jesus for the matter of them were Gospel-words, so for the efficacy of them, they were saying words;
Upon mount Tabor where our Saviour was transfigured there was a shining Sun, a bright cloud, a gentle and a pleasing voice, and the Disciples said, Let us build Domine, Let us built Here, etc. 2. And as the words of jesus for the matter of them were Gospel words, so for the efficacy of them, they were saying words;
p-acp n1 n1 c-crq po12 n1 vbds vvn a-acp vbds dt j-vvg n1, dt j n1, dt j cc dt j-vvg n1, cc dt n2 vvd, np1 fw-la, vvb pno12 vvi av, av crd cc c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbdr n2, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbdr vvg n2;
(8) part (DIV2)
22
Page 6
139
and so in that respect, the words that Jesus spake are very fit to be commended &c. The words that I speak, saith our Saviour to the Jews, are spirit and life, John 6.63. they are so in their operation and effect, they give Spirit, and they work life:
and so in that respect, the words that jesus spoke Are very fit to be commended etc. The words that I speak, Says our Saviour to the jews, Are Spirit and life, John 6.63. they Are so in their operation and Effect, they give Spirit, and they work life:
cc av p-acp d n1, dt n2 cst np1 vvd vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn av dt n2 cst pns11 vvb, vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt np2, vbr n1 cc n1, np1 crd. pns32 vbr av p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb n1, cc pns32 vvb n1:
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
140
And who would not attend unto, and entertain such words as these are? His saying,
And who would not attend unto, and entertain such words as these Are? His saying,
cc r-crq vmd xx vvi p-acp, cc vvi d n2 c-acp d vbr? po31 n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
141
if it be received and kept, will surely save a man from death, yea, from eternal death.
if it be received and kept, will surely save a man from death, yea, from Eternal death.
cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn, vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, uh, p-acp j n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
142
We may depend upon it, he binds it with a strong asseveration, which he repeats twice for the more Surety, Iohn 8.51. Verily verily I say unto you, if a man keep my saying, he shall never see death Death is not visible, the meaning is, he shall not be annoyed and hurted by it;
We may depend upon it, he binds it with a strong asseveration, which he repeats twice for the more Surety, John 8.51. Verily verily I say unto you, if a man keep my saying, he shall never see death Death is not visible, the meaning is, he shall not be annoyed and hurted by it;
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp dt av-dc n1, np1 crd. av-j av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cs dt n1 vvb po11 n-vvg, pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1 n1 vbz xx j, dt n1 vbz, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31;
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
143
as you have the like Expression, Jer. 5.12. We shall not see sword nor famine. And should not such words be commended to the Church, and embraced by the Church,
as you have the like Expression, Jer. 5.12. We shall not see sword nor famine. And should not such words be commended to the Church, and embraced by the Church,
c-acp pn22 vhb dt j n1, np1 crd. pns12 vmb xx vvi n1 ccx n1. cc vmd xx d n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
144
as save from death, and bring eternal life with them? The setting down of which upon Record in holy Scripture,
as save from death, and bring Eternal life with them? The setting down of which upon Record in holy Scripture,
c-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi j n1 p-acp pno32? dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp j n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
145
and leaving them to after-times, hath been the life of many souls, and will be yet of many more in every age, even to the worlds end.
and leaving them to Aftertimes, hath been the life of many Souls, and will be yet of many more in every age, even to the world's end.
cc vvg pno32 p-acp n2, vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc vmb vbi av pp-f d dc p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
23
Page 6
146
If you consider in the last place, as whose the words were, and what the words were that Jesus spake,
If you Consider in the last place, as whose the words were, and what the words were that jesus spoke,
cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbdr, cc r-crq dt n2 vbdr cst np1 vvd,
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
147
so the manner how he spake them;
so the manner how he spoke them;
av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno32;
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
148
you will see further reason yet, why they should be commended, &c. For this you may depend upon, Never man spake like him.
you will see further reason yet, why they should be commended, etc. For this you may depend upon, Never man spoke like him.
pn22 vmb vvi jc n1 av, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn, av p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi p-acp, av-x n1 vvd av-j pno31.
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
149
It is the attestation that is given him, John 7.46. Which coming from his enemies, the officers that went to take him, is of the more validity, Never spake man like this man.
It is the attestation that is given him, John 7.46. Which coming from his enemies, the Officers that went to take him, is of the more validity, Never spoke man like this man.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn pno31, np1 crd. r-crq vvg p-acp po31 n2, dt n2 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, vbz pp-f dt av-dc n1, av-x vvd n1 av-j d n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
150
Grace was poured into his lips, as the expression is, Psalm 45.2. to shew us that the grace there mentioned, is a gift of utterance, and a faculty of speech whereof the lips are instruments.
Grace was poured into his lips, as the expression is, Psalm 45.2. to show us that the grace there mentioned, is a gift of utterance, and a faculty of speech whereof the lips Are Instruments.
n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 vbz, n1 crd. pc-acp vvi pno12 d dt n1 a-acp vvn, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq dt n2 vbr n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
151
They are the lips that form the words we speak, and bring them forth to those that hear them;
They Are the lips that from the words we speak, and bring them forth to those that hear them;
pns32 vbr dt n2 cst n1 dt n2 pns12 vvb, cc vvi pno32 av p-acp d cst vvb pno32;
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
152
and hence this gift of utterance which the Psalmist calls a Grace, is said there to be poured into the Lips of Jesus Christ.
and hence this gift of utterance which the Psalmist calls a Grace, is said there to be poured into the Lips of jesus christ.
cc av d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, vbz vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1.
(8) part (DIV2)
24
Page 7
153
There was a stream of holy eloquence continually flowing there, which sometimes even drowned them that heard him.
There was a stream of holy eloquence continually flowing there, which sometime even drowned them that herd him.
a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1 av-j vvg a-acp, r-crq av av vvn pno32 cst vvd pno31.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
154
He spake with power and authority; He spoke with power and Authority;
pns31 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
155
his words had the command of mens affections, so that he carried them where he pleased.
his words had the command of men's affections, so that he carried them where he pleased.
po31 n2 vhd dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, av cst pns31 vvd pno32 c-crq pns31 vvd.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
156
Indeed he carried them beyond themselves in wonder, and astonishment, to hear him speak sometimes as he did, Mar. 1.22.
Indeed he carried them beyond themselves in wonder, and astonishment, to hear him speak sometime as he did, Mar. 1.22.
av pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp px32 p-acp n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi av c-acp pns31 vdd, np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
157
They were astonished at his doctrine, not only at the matter of it, though that were admirable too,They were astonished At his Doctrine, not only At the matter of it, though that were admirable too,
pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs d vbdr j av,
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
158
but at the manner of delivery, For he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the Scribes.
but At the manner of delivery, For he taught them as one that had Authority, and not as the Scribes.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pi cst vhd n1, cc xx p-acp dt n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
159
And Luke informs us that all men bare him witness, and gave testimony to him, he was so famous and renowned for this gift of his;
And Lycia informs us that all men bore him witness, and gave testimony to him, he was so famous and renowned for this gift of his;
cc av vvz pno12 d d n2 vvd pno31 vvi, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds av j cc j-vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f png31;
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
2863
Thine they were, and thou gavest them to me. Thine they were, and thou Gavest them to me.
po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
160
and wondred at the gracious words that proceeded out of his mouth, Luke 4.22: You heard but now that grace was poured into his lips, and here you see, that grace was poured out of his lips.
and wondered At the gracious words that proceeded out of his Mouth, Lycia 4.22: You herd but now that grace was poured into his lips, and Here you see, that grace was poured out of his lips.
cc vvd p-acp dt j n2 cst vvd av pp-f po31 n1, av crd: pn22 vvd p-acp av d n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc av pn22 vvb, cst n1 vbds vvn av pp-f po31 n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
161
God poured it in, and he as freely poured it out, so as the people wondred at the gracious words that proceeded out of his mouth.
God poured it in, and he as freely poured it out, so as the people wondered At the gracious words that proceeded out of his Mouth.
np1 vvd pn31 p-acp, cc pns31 p-acp av-j vvd pn31 av, av c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j n2 cst vvd av pp-f po31 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
162
Such were the words that Jesus spake, and such words you will say, are very fit for choicest observation, and attention.
Such were the words that jesus spoke, and such words you will say, Are very fit for Choicest observation, and attention.
d vbdr dt n2 cst np1 vvd, cc d n2 pn22 vmb vvi, vbr av j c-acp js n1, cc n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
163
The gift of eloquence (my brethren) calls for audience, especially such heavenly and Holy eloquence as Christs is.
The gift of eloquence (my brothers) calls for audience, especially such heavenly and Holy eloquence as Christ is.
dt n1 pp-f n1 (po11 n2) vvz p-acp n1, av-j d j cc j n1 p-acp npg1 vbz.
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
164
And thus much shall suffice for Confirmation, &c.
And thus much shall suffice for Confirmation, etc.
cc av d vmb vvi p-acp n1, av
(8) part (DIV2)
25
Page 7
165
Now is it so (my Brethren) that the words that Jesus spake are very fit to be commended, &c. Then let them be received with choicest observation by his Church, and People.
Now is it so (my Brothers) that the words that jesus spoke Are very fit to be commended, etc. Then let them be received with Choicest observation by his Church, and People.
av vbz pn31 av (po11 n2) cst dt n2 cst np1 vvd vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn, av av vvb pno32 vbi vvn p-acp js n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
166
Let them not undervalue any of the words that Jesus spake, but let them entertain them with a very high esteem.
Let them not undervalue any of the words that jesus spoke, but let them entertain them with a very high esteem.
vvb pno32 xx vvi d pp-f dt n2 cst np1 vvd, cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi pno32 p-acp dt j j n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
167
There have been some of late who have slighted those words, who have been bold to call them inckie divinity, a dead letter, and the like;
There have been Some of late who have slighted those words, who have been bold to call them inky divinity, a dead Letter, and the like;
pc-acp vhi vbn d pp-f av-j r-crq vhb vvn d n2, r-crq vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi pno32 j n1, dt j n1, cc dt j;
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
168
And yet our Saviour Christ himself tells us, The words that I speak are Spirit and Life, Iohn 6.63.
And yet our Saviour christ himself tells us, The words that I speak Are Spirit and Life, John 6.63.
cc av po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz pno12, dt n2 cst pns11 vvb vbr n1 cc n1, np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
169
Oh (my beloved) I beseech you let every one of us be far from giving way to any mean account,
O (my Beloved) I beseech you let every one of us be Far from giving Way to any mean account,
uh (po11 j-vvn) pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d crd pp-f pno12 vbi j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
170
or slight thoughts of any words that Christ spake;
or slight thoughts of any words that christ spoke;
cc j n2 pp-f d n2 cst np1 vvd;
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
171
Let us keep up our observation, our estimation, our admiration of them to the very highest.
Let us keep up our observation, our estimation, our admiration of them to the very highest.
vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt av js.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
172
It's true (my Brethren) we should carefully attend, and duly mark all Scripture words,
It's true (my Brothers) we should carefully attend, and duly mark all Scripture words,
pn31|vbz j (po11 n2) pns12 vmd av-j vvi, cc av-jn vvi d n1 n2,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
173
For all the Scripture is given by inspiration of God, 1 Tim. 3.16.
For all the Scripture is given by inspiration of God, 1 Tim. 3.16.
c-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
174
And all the Scripture is profitable for our selves, for Doctrine, for Correction, for Instruction, to make the man of God perfect, as it is added there in that place.
And all the Scripture is profitable for our selves, for Doctrine, for Correction, for Instruction, to make the man of God perfect, as it is added there in that place.
cc d dt n1 vbz j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
175
But the words that Jesus spake are the choicest part of Scripture, and therefore must have choicest observation.
But the words that jesus spoke Are the Choicest part of Scripture, and Therefore must have Choicest observation.
p-acp dt n2 cst np1 vvd vbr dt js n1 pp-f n1, cc av vmb vhi js n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 7
176
Never man, and what if I should say, never inspired man spake like to him, they came not fully home to his measure:Never man, and what if I should say, never inspired man spoke like to him, they Come not Fully home to his measure:
av-x n1, cc r-crq cs pns11 vmd vvi, av-x vvn n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, pns32 vvd xx av-j av-an p-acp po31 n1:
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
177
They had the spirit indeed, and so had he, but he received not the Spirit by measure as they did.
They had the Spirit indeed, and so had he, but he received not the Spirit by measure as they did.
pns32 vhd dt n1 av, cc av vhd pns31, cc-acp pns31 vvd xx dt n1 p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vdd.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
178
He was annointed with that oyl above his fellows; He was anointed with that oil above his Fellows;
pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n2;
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
179
though not without them, yet above them, as the chief Prophet, and they the under-Prophets of the Church.
though not without them, yet above them, as the chief Prophet, and they the under-Prophets of the Church.
cs xx p-acp pno32, av p-acp pno32, c-acp dt j-jn n1, cc pns32 dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
180
And therefore when we read, or hear, or meet with any words that Christ spake, let us take special notice of them, let us fix and dwell upon them,
And Therefore when we read, or hear, or meet with any words that christ spoke, let us take special notice of them, let us fix and dwell upon them,
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp d n2 cst np1 vvd, vvb pno12 vvi j n1 pp-f pno32, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
181
and let them rest and dwell in us.
and let them rest and dwell in us.
cc vvb pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
182
Let the words of Christ dwell in us Richly, let us have an eye to mark them,Let the words of christ dwell in us Richly, let us have an eye to mark them,
vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pno12 av-j, vvb pno12 vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
183
an ear to hear them, and a heart to keep them, as Mary had, of whom it is observed that she kept all his sayings in her heart.
an ear to hear them, and a heart to keep them, as Marry had, of whom it is observed that she kept all his sayings in her heart.
dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp uh vhd, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vvd d po31 n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
184
How carefully did the Apostle keep that which our Saviour spake, though it be no where mentioned in the Gospel,
How carefully did the Apostle keep that which our Saviour spoke, though it be no where mentioned in the Gospel,
c-crq av-j vdd dt n1 vvb d r-crq po12 n1 vvd, cs pn31 vbb av-dx q-crq vvn p-acp dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
185
and wishes other men to do so too, Acts 20.35. Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give then to receive, and so he mindeth the Corinthians in a special manner of that which Christ himself spake with his own voice, not by the Ministry of others, 1 Cor. 7.10.
and wishes other men to do so too, Acts 20.35. remember the words of the Lord jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give then to receive, and so he minds the Corinthians in a special manner of that which christ himself spoke with his own voice, not by the Ministry of Others, 1 Cor. 7.10.
cc n2 j-jn n2 pc-acp vdi av av, n2 crd. vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvd, pn31 vbz av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi, cc av pns31 vvz dt np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq np1 px31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, crd np1 crd.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
186
To the married I command, and yet not I, but the Lord, not I as an Inspired Apostle,To the married I command, and yet not I, but the Lord, not I as an Inspired Apostle,
p-acp dt j-vvn pns11 vvb, cc av xx pns11, cc-acp dt n1, xx pns11 p-acp dt j-vvn n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
187
but the Lord with his own mouth when he was conversant upon the earth: as if the words that dropped immediately from his lips did challenge singular regard.
but the Lord with his own Mouth when he was conversant upon the earth: as if the words that dropped immediately from his lips did challenge singular regard.
cc-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1 c-crq pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1: c-acp cs dt n2 cst vvd av-j p-acp po31 n2 vdd vvi j n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
188
And such regard, my brethren, let them have from us when we meet with his prayers, his sermons, his sayings, let us set Asterisks in the Margent,
And such regard, my brothers, let them have from us when we meet with his Prayers, his Sermons, his sayings, let us Set Asterisks in the Margin,
cc d n1, po11 n2, vvb pno32 vhi p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n2-vvg, vvb pno12 vvi vvz p-acp dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
189
and the finger of a hand to point them out to special observation.
and the finger of a hand to point them out to special observation.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp j n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
190
Let us write under them, as the Evangelist doth in my Text, These words spake Jesus ▪
Let us write under them, as the Evangelist does in my Text, These words spoke jesus ▪
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp dt np1 vdz p-acp po11 n1, d n2 vvd uh-np ▪
(8) part (DIV2)
26
Page 8
191
Its true (my brethren) we have not the happiness as some have had in former times to wait upon the Lips of Jesus Christ,
Its true (my brothers) we have not the happiness as Some have had in former times to wait upon the Lips of jesus christ,
pn31|vbz j (po11 n2) pns12 vhb xx dt n1 c-acp d vhb vhn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1,
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
192
nor to hear the graci• words that dropt thence:
nor to hear the graci• words that dropped thence:
ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 n2 cst vvd av:
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
193
yet we may hear him in a sense at this Day• •e may hear him in his word,
yet we may hear him in a sense At this Day• •e may hear him in his word,
av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d np1 n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
194
and in his Gospel, and there may be Parta• of these streams of holy Eloquence which flowed from his mouth ▪ and 〈 ◊ 〉 may hear him in his faithful Ministers, concerning whom the Lord him•••f hath said, He that heareth them, hears me:
and in his Gospel, and there may be Parta• of these streams of holy Eloquence which flowed from his Mouth ▪ and 〈 ◊ 〉 may hear him in his faithful Ministers, Concerning whom the Lord him•••f hath said, He that hears them, hears me:
cc p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vmb vbi np1 pp-f d n2 pp-f j n1 r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n1 ▪ cc 〈 sy 〉 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j n2, vvg r-crq dt n1 n1 vhz vvn, pns31 cst vvz pno32, vvz pno11:
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
195
And out of question, that Injunction of the father, yet takes hold upon us, This is my bes•ed Son, hear him.
And out of question, that Injunction of the father, yet Takes hold upon us, This is my bes•ed Son, hear him.
cc av pp-f n1, cst n1 pp-f dt n1, av vvz n1 p-acp pno12, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1, vvb pno31.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
196
Hear him in his writing, and hear him in his Messen•ers, although you cannot hear him in his own person.
Hear him in his writing, and hear him in his Messen•ers, although you cannot hear him in his own person.
vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2, cs pn22 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
197
And therefore I beseech you let us hear him, and let us hear him so, as to be obedient to him.
And Therefore I beseech you let us hear him, and let us hear him so, as to be obedient to him.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno12 vvi pno31, cc vvb pno12 vvi pno31 av, c-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
198
Let us remember what a dreadfull curse there is gone forth against the men that will not hear this Prophet, which will assuredly take hold upon them, Acts 3.23. Every Soul that will not hear that Prophet, shall be destroyed from among the people.
Let us Remember what a dreadful curse there is gone forth against the men that will not hear this Prophet, which will assuredly take hold upon them, Acts 3.23. Every Soul that will not hear that Prophet, shall be destroyed from among the people.
vvb pno12 vvi r-crq dt j n1 pc-acp vbz vvn av p-acp dt n2 cst vmb xx vvi d n1, r-crq vmb av-vvn vvi vvb p-acp pno32, n2 crd. d n1 cst vmb xx vvi d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
199
It was a dangerous thing (you hear) to refuse to hear Moses: He that despised Moses Law was to die without mercy.
It was a dangerous thing (you hear) to refuse to hear Moses: He that despised Moses Law was to die without mercy.
pn31 vbds dt j n1 (pn22 vvb) pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi np1: pns31 cst vvd np1 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
200
But it is much more dangerous to refuse to hear Christ, there is a sorer punishment for such,
But it is much more dangerous to refuse to hear christ, there is a Sorer punishment for such,
p-acp pn31 vbz d dc j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp d,
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
201
as it is added there, Heb. 10.28. It went very hard with those who re•used the word that was spoken by Angels (that is) the Law that was delivered by the Ministry of Angels.
as it is added there, Hebrew 10.28. It went very hard with those who re•used the word that was spoken by Angels (that is) the Law that was Delivered by the Ministry of Angels.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, np1 crd. pn31 vvd av av-j p-acp d r-crq vvd dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp n2 (cst vbz) dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
202
But if we refuse the word that was spoken by Christ, (that is) the Gospel,
But if we refuse the word that was spoken by christ, (that is) the Gospel,
p-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp np1, (cst vbz) dt n1,
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
203
and do it finally, there is but one way with us, we are gone without recovery.
and do it finally, there is but one Way with us, we Are gone without recovery.
cc vdb pn31 av-j, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
204
For if the word spoken by Angels was stedfast (for the execution of it) and every transgression and disobedience, &c. How shall we escape,
For if the word spoken by Angels was steadfast (for the execution of it) and every Transgression and disobedience, etc. How shall we escape,
p-acp cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 vbds j (c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31) cc d n1 cc n1, av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi,
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 8
205
if we neglect so great salvation, which was spoken by the Lord! And therefore I beseech you let us hear this great Prophet;if we neglect so great salvation, which was spoken by the Lord! And Therefore I beseech you let us hear this great Prophet;
cs pns12 vvb av j n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1! cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno12 vvi d j n1;
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 9
206
if we hear him not, we die, and that without mercy too. But if we hear him, and obey him we shall live, and that for ever.
if we hear him not, we die, and that without mercy too. But if we hear him, and obey him we shall live, and that for ever.
cs pns12 vvb pno31 xx, pns12 vvb, cc cst p-acp n1 av. p-acp cs pns12 vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31 pns12 vmb vvi, cc cst p-acp av.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 9
207
The words that he speaks are spirit and life, and if we keep his sayings, we shall never see Death. The words that he speaks Are Spirit and life, and if we keep his sayings, we shall never see Death.
dt n2 cst pns31 vvz vbr n1 cc n1, cc cs pns12 vvb po31 n2-vvg, pns12 vmb av-x vvi n1.
(8) part (DIV2)
27
Page 9
208
John 17.1. And lift up his eyes to heaven and said. AND thus of the transition to our Saviours Supplication, These words spake Iesus.
John 17.1. And lift up his eyes to heaven and said. AND thus of the transition to our Saviors Supplication, These words spoke Iesus.
np1 crd. cc vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvn. cc av pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, d n2 vvd np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
27
Page 9
209
The manner of presenting it to God the Father, or if you will, the carriage of our Saviour in it, comes now in order to be handled.
The manner of presenting it to God the Father, or if you will, the carriage of our Saviour in it, comes now in order to be handled.
dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 p-acp np1 dt n1, cc cs pn22 vmb, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pn31, vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(9) part (DIV2)
30
Page 9
210
He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said. And here you have his gesture, and expression.He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said. And Here you have his gesture, and expression.
pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd. cc av pn22 vhb po31 n1, cc n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
30
Page 9
211
His gesture first, he lifted up his eyes to heaven while he made it. And in the next place his expression, he did not meditate, or think it only,
His gesture First, he lifted up his eyes to heaven while he made it. And in the next place his expression, he did not meditate, or think it only,
po31 n1 ord, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 cs pns31 vvd pn31. cc p-acp dt ord n1 po31 n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi, cc vvb pn31 av-j,
(9) part (DIV2)
30
Page 9
212
but he said it, his Prayer was not mental only, but it was a vocal prayer, He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
but he said it, his Prayer was not mental only, but it was a vocal prayer, He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31, po31 n1 vbds xx j av-j, cc-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
30
Page 9
213
As for the first of these (my brethren) it was usual with our Saviour to pray with eyes erected, and lift up to heaven;
As for the First of these (my brothers) it was usual with our Saviour to pray with eyes erected, and lift up to heaven;
p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d (po11 n2) pn31 vbds j p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
31
Page 9
214
as I might give you many instances out of the Scripture.
as I might give you many instances out of the Scripture.
c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d n2 av pp-f dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
31
Page 9
215
And out of question it proceeded from the zeal and earnestness of his affections, and from the fixedness,
And out of question it proceeded from the zeal and earnestness of his affections, and from the fixedness,
cc av pp-f n1 pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc p-acp dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
31
Page 9
216
and the intention of his thoughts, he being as it were, withdrawn from the earth, and from those lower things, and wholly taken up to heaven, while he prayed.
and the intention of his thoughts, he being as it were, withdrawn from the earth, and from those lower things, and wholly taken up to heaven, while he prayed.
cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vbg p-acp pn31 vbdr, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d jc n2, cc av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
31
Page 9
217
He was no longer here below, no, he was above with God, while he was exercised in this duty.
He was no longer Here below, no, he was above with God, while he was exercised in this duty.
pns31 vbds av-dx av-jc av a-acp, uh-dx, pns31 vbds a-acp p-acp np1, cs pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
31
Page 9
218
Indeed it is observed of the Publican, that he was contrary to Christ, in this regard, viz. in the external gesture of his body.
Indeed it is observed of the Publican, that he was contrary to christ, in this regard, viz. in the external gesture of his body.
av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vbds j-jn p-acp np1, p-acp d n1, n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
219
Our Saviour prayed, as you have heard, with eyes erected, and lift up to heaven;
Our Saviour prayed, as you have herd, with eyes erected, and lift up to heaven;
po12 n1 vvd, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, p-acp n2 vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
220
The Publican with eyes dejected and cast downward to the earth, and yet this carriage also seems to be approved, Luke 18.13.
The Publican with eyes dejected and cast downward to the earth, and yet this carriage also seems to be approved, Lycia 18.13.
dt n1 p-acp n2 vvn cc vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, cc av d n1 av vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, av crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
221
The Publican (saies the Evangelist) would not lift up so much as his eyes to heaven,
The Publican (Says the Evangelist) would not lift up so much as his eyes to heaven,
dt n1 (vvz dt np1) vmd xx vvi a-acp av av-d c-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
222
but smote his breast, saying, God be mercifull to me a Sinner. but smote his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a Sinner.
cc-acp vvd po31 n1, vvg, np1 vbb j p-acp pno11 dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
223
And truly both these gestures have their use in prayer, the one to manifest a repentance, the other to declare our faith.
And truly both these gestures have their use in prayer, the one to manifest a Repentance, the other to declare our faith.
cc av-j d d n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp n1, dt pi pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt j-jn pc-acp vvi po12 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
224
The one to shew that we are cast down in our selves, the other to discover that we are raysed, and lifted up to God.
The one to show that we Are cast down in our selves, the other to discover that we Are raised, and lifted up to God.
dt crd pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n2, dt j-jn pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vbr vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
225
But it became not Iesus Christ to pray in such a posture as that wretched creature did,
But it became not Iesus christ to pray in such a posture as that wretched creature did,
p-acp pn31 vvd xx np1 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d j n1 vdd,
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
226
because he had no sin in him, and consequently no shame, nothing to cast him down or hinder him from looking up with boldness,
Because he had no since in him, and consequently no shame, nothing to cast him down or hinder him from looking up with boldness,
c-acp pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp pno31, cc av-j dx n1, pix pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp cc vvi pno31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
227
and with confidence to God the Father.
and with confidence to God the Father.
cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
228
And hence he prayed not like the Publican in a dejected way, but lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
And hence he prayed not like the Publican in a dejected Way, but lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
cc av pns31 vvd xx av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
32
Page 9
229
That leads us to the second thing considered, Christ did not meditate, or think his prayer only, but he said it.
That leads us to the second thing considered, christ did not meditate, or think his prayer only, but he said it.
cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, np1 vdd xx vvi, cc vvi po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 9
230
His prayer was not mental only, but it was a vocal prayer, he lifted up his eyes to heaven,
His prayer was not mental only, but it was a vocal prayer, he lifted up his eyes to heaven,
po31 n1 vbds xx j av-j, cc-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 9
231
and said, Father, the hour is come, and so on:and said, Father, the hour is come, and so on:
cc vvd, n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, cc av a-acp:
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 9
232
Its true indeed that as a man may say, and yet not pray, he may utter good petitions,
Its true indeed that as a man may say, and yet not pray, he may utter good petitions,
pn31|vbz j av cst p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, cc av xx vvb, pns31 vmb vvi j n2,
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 9
233
and speak a form of Specious words to God, and yet he may not pray indeed,
and speak a from of Specious words to God, and yet he may not pray indeed,
cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1, cc av pns31 vmb xx vvi av,
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 9
234
so as to find acceptance and success with God:
so as to find acceptance and success with God:
av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp np1:
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
235
So on the other side, a man may pray, and yet yet not say, that is, not use the voice at all,
So on the other side, a man may pray, and yet yet not say, that is, not use the voice At all,
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vmb vvi, cc av av xx vvb, cst vbz, xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d,
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
236
nor utter any words to God in prayer.
nor utter any words to God in prayer.
ccx vvi d n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
237
And therefore it is said of Moses, that he cried to God, when he was silent.
And Therefore it is said of Moses, that he cried to God, when he was silent.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds j.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
238
And the Apostle speaking of the Spirit tells us that he makes request to God sometimes, with sighs and groans, that are not,
And the Apostle speaking of the Spirit tells us that he makes request to God sometime, with sighs and groans, that Are not,
cc dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vvz n1 p-acp np1 av, p-acp n2 cc n2, cst vbr xx,
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
239
yea, that cannot be expressed, Rom. 8.26.
yea, that cannot be expressed, Rom. 8.26.
uh, cst vmbx vbi vvn, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
240
So that a man may make request to God without expression, as well by meaning as by speaking:
So that a man may make request to God without expression, as well by meaning as by speaking:
av cst dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-acp av p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp vvg:
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
241
And therefore it is added in the following verse, God knows the meaning of the Spirit, that is, he understands it, and accepts it.
And Therefore it is added in the following verse, God knows the meaning of the Spirit, that is, he understands it, and accepts it.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, pns31 vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
242
David prefers the meditation of his heart, as well as the petitions of his mouth, Psal. 19. ult. Let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart, &c. And therefore in another place, he saith of God, Lord, thou hast heard the desire of the humble, Psalm 10.17.David prefers the meditation of his heart, as well as the petitions of his Mouth, Psalm 19. ult. Let the words of my Mouth and the meditations of my heart, etc. And Therefore in Another place, he Says of God, Lord, thou hast herd the desire of the humble, Psalm 10.17.
np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd n1. vvb dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, av cc av p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vvz pp-f np1, n1, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
244
For even Ejaculations that are swift, and sudden wishes darted from the heart to God, the inward anhelations, thirstings, longings, meditations, meanings of the Soul, are honoured in the Scripture with the name of prayer.
For even Ejaculations that Are swift, and sudden wishes darted from the heart to God, the inward anhelations, thirstings, longings, meditations, meanings of the Soul, Are honoured in the Scripture with the name of prayer.
c-acp j n2 cst vbr j, cc j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, dt j n2, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2, n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
245
Such mentall prayers we have cause to think our Saviour sometimes offered to his Father when he was alone.
Such mental Prayers we have cause to think our Saviour sometime offered to his Father when he was alone.
d j n2 pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 av vvd p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vbds j.
(9) part (DIV2)
33
Page 10
246
But here his prayer, it should seem, was vocal, he uttered it aloud that his Apostles and Disciples who were about him, at that time, might hear it.
But Here his prayer, it should seem, was vocal, he uttered it aloud that his Apostles and Disciples who were about him, At that time, might hear it.
p-acp av po31 n1, pn31 vmd vvi, vbds j, pns31 vvd pn31 av cst po31 n2 cc n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1, vmd vvi pn31.
(9) part (DIV2)
34
Page 10
247
He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said. He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
34
Page 10
248
Now, this you see the Holy-Ghost takes special notice of, as a remarkable, and a memorable thing.
Now, this you see the Holy ghost Takes special notice of, as a remarkable, and a memorable thing.
av, d pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz j n1 pp-f, c-acp dt j, cc dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
249
He doth not only tell us, that our Saviour prayed, and what his prayer was, from the beginning of it to the end.
He does not only tell us, that our Saviour prayed, and what his prayer was, from the beginning of it to the end.
pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno12, cst po12 n1 vvd, cc q-crq po31 n1 vbds, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
250
But he acpuaints us also with the manner, and the circumstances of his prayer. He shews us what his gesture was, he tells us how he placed his eyes,
But he acpuaints us also with the manner, and the Circumstances of his prayer. He shows us what his gesture was, he tells us how he placed his eyes,
p-acp pns31 vvz pno12 av p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. pns31 vvz pno12 r-crq po31 n1 vbds, pns31 vvz pno12 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n2,
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
251
and how he used his voice in prayer.
and how he used his voice in prayer.
cc c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
252
These things may seem but small matters, and we may look upon them as petty, inconsiderable things:
These things may seem but small matters, and we may look upon them as Petty, inconsiderable things:
np1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j, j n2:
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
253
But wherefore doth the Holy Ghost so carefully take notice of them, and set them down in writing for the Church,
But Wherefore does the Holy Ghost so carefully take notice of them, and Set them down in writing for the Church,
cc-acp q-crq vdz dt j n1 av av-j vvi n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
254
unless they be of some weight, and some consideration? Methinks he intimateth thus much to us.
unless they be of Some weight, and Some consideration? Methinks he intimateth thus much to us.
cs pns32 vbb pp-f d n1, cc d n1? vvz pns31 vvz av av-d p-acp pno12.
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
255
DOCTRINE. That there should be Consideration had, not only of the matter, but even of the circumstances, the very gesture,DOCTRINE. That there should be Consideration had, not only of the matter, but even of the Circumstances, the very gesture,
n1. d a-acp vmd vbi n1 vhd, xx av-j pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av pp-f dt n2, dt j n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
256
and the utterance of a prayer.
and the utterance of a prayer.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
35
Page 10
257
The Spirit of God, you see, doth not let pass such things as these, no, he observeth them exactly;
The Spirit of God, you see, does not let pass such things as these, no, he observeth them exactly;
dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vvb, vdz xx vvi vvi d n2 c-acp d, uh-dx, pns31 vvz pno32 av-j;
(9) part (DIV2)
36
Page 10
258
And therefore surely, so should we too.
And Therefore surely, so should we too.
cc av av-j, av vmd pns12 av.
(9) part (DIV2)
36
Page 10
259
He sets them down for our use, and there is somewhat to be learned from them;
He sets them down for our use, and there is somewhat to be learned from them;
pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc pc-acp vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32;
(9) part (DIV2)
36
Page 10
260
For whatsoever things are written, are written for our learning, as the Apostle Paul speaks.For whatsoever things Are written, Are written for our learning, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn, vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz.
(9) part (DIV2)
36
Page 10
261
And therefore it is usual in the Scripture, not only to express the prayers that the Saints have made,
And Therefore it is usual in the Scripture, not only to express the Prayers that the Saints have made,
cc av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst dt n2 vhb vvn,
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 10
262
and that Christ himself hath made, but also to describe their outward carriage, and behaviour in them, which shews that there is something even in that too.
and that christ himself hath made, but also to describe their outward carriage, and behaviour in them, which shows that there is something even in that too.
cc cst np1 px31 vhz vvn, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi po32 j n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvz cst pc-acp vbz pi av p-acp cst av.
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 10
263
Sometimes our Saviour Christ is noted to cast himself prostrate upon the earth in prayer, as you may see, Mat. 26.39. he fell upon his face, and prayed.
Sometime our Saviour christ is noted to cast himself prostrate upon the earth in prayer, as you may see, Mathew 26.39. he fell upon his face, and prayed.
av po12 n1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 10
264
And sometimes to look up to heaven, as you have it in my text; So also when he raised Lazarus, John 11.41. he lifted up his eyes;
And sometime to look up to heaven, as you have it in my text; So also when he raised Lazarus, John 11.41. he lifted up his eyes;
cc av pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1; av av c-crq pns31 vvd np1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2;
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 10
306
and sets it down in white and black, we need not doubt, for our information.
and sets it down in white and black, we need not doubt, for our information.
cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn cc j-jn, pns12 vvb xx n1, p-acp po12 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
44
Page 12
265
and when he healed the deaf man, he looked up to heaven, Mark 7.34. Sometimes he only sigheth to himself in prayer, and we hear of no expression in the sore-alleadged text.
and when he healed the deaf man, he looked up to heaven, Mark 7.34. Sometime he only sigheth to himself in prayer, and we hear of no expression in the sore-alleadged text.
cc c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, vvb crd. av pns31 av-j vvz p-acp px31 p-acp n1, cc pns12 vvb pp-f dx n1 p-acp dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 11
266
He Sighed, you must conceive in some petition which he then put up to God,He Sighed, you must conceive in Some petition which he then put up to God,
pns31 vvd, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 av vvd a-acp p-acp np1,
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 11
267
and said to the deaf man, Epphatah, be opened. Sometimes he utters words also, which are audible to others,
and said to the deaf man, Epphatah, be opened. Sometime he utters words also, which Are audible to Others,
cc vvd p-acp dt j n1, np1, vbb vvn. av pns31 vvz n2 av, r-crq vbr j p-acp n2-jn,
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 11
268
as I might give you divers instances out of his storie in the Gospel.
as I might give you diverse instances out of his story in the Gospel.
c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 j n2 av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
37
Page 11
269
So for the Saints, sometimes we find them represented sitting, as holy David, 2 Sam. 7.18. Sometimes standing up, as, Neh. 9.2. and sometimes kneeling in their Prayers, as that is very usual in the Scriptures.
So for the Saints, sometime we find them represented sitting, as holy David, 2 Sam. 7.18. Sometime standing up, as, Neh 9.2. and sometime kneeling in their Prayers, as that is very usual in the Scriptures.
av p-acp dt n2, av pns12 vvb pno32 vvn vvg, c-acp j np1, crd np1 crd. av vvg a-acp, a-acp, np1 crd. cc av vvg p-acp po32 n2, c-acp d vbz av j p-acp dt n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
38
Page 11
270
Sometimes we find them speaking words in prayer, and sometimes using meditation only, as David so divides his prayer in the fore-alleadged text, into the words of his mouth,
Sometime we find them speaking words in prayer, and sometime using meditation only, as David so divides his prayer in the fore-alleged text, into the words of his Mouth,
av pns12 vvb pno32 vvg n2 p-acp n1, cc av vvg n1 av-j, c-acp np1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
38
Page 11
271
and the meditations of his heart, and prayes that both may find acceptance with the Lord, Psal. 19. ult. And all these wayes the holy Ghost takes special notice of,and the meditations of his heart, and prays that both may find acceptance with the Lord, Psalm 19. ult. And all these ways the holy Ghost Takes special notice of,
cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz cst d vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd n1. cc d d n2 dt j n1 vvz j n1 pp-f,
(9) part (DIV2)
38
Page 11
272
and leaves upon record for our instruction, by which he teaches us that there should be consideration had not only of the matter,
and leaves upon record for our instruction, by which he Teaches us that there should be consideration had not only of the matter,
cc vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 d pc-acp vmd vbi n1 vhd xx av-j pp-f dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
38
Page 11
273
but even of the circumstances, &c.
but even of the Circumstances, etc.
cc-acp av pp-f dt n2, av
(9) part (DIV2)
38
Page 11
274
What then, it may be you will ask me, do our gestures, or doth the manner of presenting our requests to God, the outward manner with the voice, What then, it may be you will ask me, do our gestures, or does the manner of presenting our requests to God, the outward manner with the voice,
r-crq av, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi pno11, vdb po12 n2, cc vdz dt n1 pp-f vvg po12 n2 p-acp np1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
39
Page 11
275
or otherwise, fall under the command of God? Are we expresly bound to pray in such a posture, in such a way,
or otherwise, fallen under the command of God? are we expressly bound to pray in such a posture, in such a Way,
cc av, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vbr pns12 av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
39
Page 11
276
or manner of expression? Do these external circumstances appertain to Gods worship? or manner of expression? Do these external Circumstances appertain to God's worship?
cc n1 pp-f n1? vdb d j n2 vvb p-acp ng1 n1?
(9) part (DIV2)
39
Page 11
277
I answer, No, in no case, the difference is wide between the bodily exercise, and the Spiritual service.
I answer, No, in no case, the difference is wide between the bodily exercise, and the Spiritual service.
pns11 vvb, uh-dx, p-acp dx n1, dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
40
Page 11
278
We are not under any ceremonial Law that binds us to an outward circumstance, to a place,
We Are not under any ceremonial Law that binds us to an outward circumstance, to a place,
pns12 vbr xx p-acp d j n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
40
Page 11
279
or to a posture, as the Jews of old were.
or to a posture, as the jews of old were.
cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt np2 pp-f j vbdr.
(9) part (DIV2)
40
Page 11
280
And yet there should be due consideration had, not only of the matter, but even of the circumstances, &c. and that especially upon these two grounds. For,
And yet there should be due consideration had, not only of the matter, but even of the Circumstances, etc. and that especially upon these two grounds. For,
cc av pc-acp vmd vbi j-jn n1 vhd, xx av-j pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av pp-f dt n2, av cc cst av-j p-acp d crd n2. p-acp,
(9) part (DIV2)
40
Page 11
281
These outward circumstances may in case promote the spiritual service.
These outward Circumstances may in case promote the spiritual service.
d j n2 vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
282
The very gesture, or the utterance of a prayer, may help sometimes to raise and quicken the affection, which is the life and Soul of prayer.
The very gesture, or the utterance of a prayer, may help sometime to raise and quicken the affection, which is the life and Soul of prayer.
dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
283
Our hearts are naturally dead, and stupid, and prophane, and stand in need of all good outward helps to stir up zeal,
Our hearts Are naturally dead, and stupid, and profane, and stand in need of all good outward helps to stir up zeal,
po12 n2 vbr av-j j, cc j, cc j, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d j j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
284
and reverence, and devotion in them.
and Reverence, and devotion in them.
cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
285
And to this end, they have been used by the Saints in Scripture, and that not only in their publike,
And to this end, they have been used by the Saints in Scripture, and that not only in their public,
cc p-acp d n1, pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cc cst xx av-j p-acp po32 j,
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
286
but even in their private, and their secret prayers, when their submiss and humble gestures could have no influence upon other men;
but even in their private, and their secret Prayers, when their submiss and humble gestures could have no influence upon other men;
cc-acp av p-acp po32 j, cc po32 j-jn n2, c-crq po32 j cc j n2 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp j-jn n2;
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
287
And consequently had no other use, but to help their own hearts.
And consequently had no other use, but to help their own hearts.
cc av-j vhd dx j-jn n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 d n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
288
As Daniel was exact in this, even in his chamber, and it is carefully recorded, Dan. 6.10. He kneeled upon his knees three times a day and prayed.
As daniel was exact in this, even in his chamber, and it is carefully recorded, Dan. 6.10. He kneeled upon his knees three times a day and prayed.
p-acp np1 vbds j p-acp d, av p-acp po31 n1, cc pn31 vbz av-j vvn, np1 crd. pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 crd n2 dt n1 cc vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
289
He prayed three times a day, and still he was in this posture. And it is noted of our Saviour that he kneeled down and prayed, Luke 22.10. and this was in Private too.
He prayed three times a day, and still he was in this posture. And it is noted of our Saviour that he kneeled down and prayed, Lycia 22.10. and this was in Private too.
pns31 vvd crd n2 dt n1, cc av pns31 vbds p-acp d n1. cc pn31 vbz vvn pp-f po12 n1 cst pns31 vvd a-acp cc vvd, av crd. cc d vbds p-acp j av.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
290
So that he did it not with reference to others;
So that he did it not with Referente to Others;
av cst pns31 vdd pn31 xx p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn;
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
291
and therefore a most eminent and worthy man observeth, that undoubtedly he saw he needed it himself:
and Therefore a most eminent and worthy man observeth, that undoubtedly he saw he needed it himself:
cc av dt av-ds j cc j n1 vvz, cst av-j pns31 vvd pns31 vvd pn31 px31:
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
292
And if that be admitted, assuredly we need such helps and furtherances much more. These outward circumstances if they do not further, yet they express the spiritual service.
And if that be admitted, assuredly we need such helps and furtherances much more. These outward Circumstances if they do not further, yet they express the spiritual service.
cc cs d vbb vvn, av-vvn pns12 vvb d n2 cc n2 d dc. d j n2 cs pns32 vdb xx jc, av pns32 vvb dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
41
Page 11
293
They testifie the sorrow, the humility, the affection, and the devotion of the heart, and the reverence of the soul.
They testify the sorrow, the humility, the affection, and the devotion of the heart, and the Reverence of the soul.
pns32 vvb dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 11
294
As in my text, our Saviours lifting up his eyes to heaven, discovered where his heart was.
As in my text, our Saviors lifting up his eyes to heaven, discovered where his heart was.
p-acp p-acp po11 n1, po12 ng1 vvg a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, vvn c-crq po31 n1 vbds.
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
295
And therefore, humble gestures are especially required in publike worship, because God will be honoured in the sight of others,
And Therefore, humble gestures Are especially required in public worship, Because God will be honoured in the sighed of Others,
cc av, j n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn,
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
296
yea, they are sometimes put for all his service, Rom. 14.11. As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me.
yea, they Are sometime put for all his service, Rom. 14.11. As I live, Says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me.
uh, pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp d po31 n1, np1 crd. c-acp pns11 vvb, vvz dt n1, d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11.
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
297
And seeing hypocrites in matter of the worship and the service of the Lord, are alwayes ready to pretend they have as good hearts as the very best;
And seeing Hypocrites in matter of the worship and the service of the Lord, Are always ready to pretend they have as good hearts as the very best;
cc vvg n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av j pc-acp vvi pns32 vhb p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j av-j;
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
298
Therefore the Lord is wont to call so often, and so earnestly for the external Service of the body,
Therefore the Lord is wont to call so often, and so earnestly for the external Service of the body,
av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi av av, cc av av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
299
and that in the new Testament as well as in the old, as you may see that place for instance, 1 Cor. 6.20.
and that in the new Testament as well as in the old, as you may see that place for instance, 1 Cor. 6.20.
cc cst p-acp dt j n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
300
Glorifie God (saith the Apostle there) and that not in your Spirit only, but in your body also, which is Gods. glorify God (Says the Apostle there) and that not in your Spirit only, but in your body also, which is God's
vvb np1 (vvz dt n1 a-acp) cc cst xx p-acp po22 n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po22 n1 av, r-crq vbz n2
(9) part (DIV2)
42
Page 12
301
Now is it so, that there should be consideration had not only of the matter, but even of the circumstances, &c. Then,
Now is it so, that there should be consideration had not only of the matter, but even of the Circumstances, etc. Then,
av vbz pn31 av, cst a-acp vmd vbi n1 vhd xx av-j pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av pp-f dt n2, av av,
(9) part (DIV2)
43
Page 12
302
First it serves to let them see their error, and mistake, who utterly neglect such things as these are;
First it serves to let them see their error, and mistake, who utterly neglect such things as these Are;
ord pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi po32 n1, cc vvi, r-crq av-j vvb d n2 c-acp d vbr;
(9) part (DIV2)
44
Page 12
303
who take no notice of their outward carriage in such holy duties, but rather look upon it as a thing below the observation of a Christian, who should be wholly,
who take no notice of their outward carriage in such holy duties, but rather look upon it as a thing below the observation of a Christian, who should be wholly,
q-crq vvb dx n1 pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp d j n2, cc-acp av-c vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp, r-crq vmd vbi av-jn,
(9) part (DIV2)
44
Page 12
304
and entirely taken up with their spiritual service;
and entirely taken up with their spiritual service;
cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po32 j n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
44
Page 12
305
And yet as you have heard, the Holy-Ghost takes notice of a gesture, a cast of the eye in Prayer;
And yet as you have herd, the Holy ghost Takes notice of a gesture, a cast of the eye in Prayer;
cc av c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
44
Page 12
2948
and much less would we lose a Fathers gift:
and much less would we loose a Father's gift:
cc d dc vmd pns12 vvi dt ng1 n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
307
I must confess the great defect is on the other side, men are imployed so much about the form, the surface,
I must confess the great defect is on the other side, men Are employed so much about the from, the surface,
pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, n2 vbr vvn av av-d p-acp dt n1, dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
308
and the outside of religious duties many times, that they neglect the main business;
and the outside of religious duties many times, that they neglect the main business;
cc dt n1-an pp-f j n2 d n2, cst pns32 vvb dt j n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
309
Their thoughts are exercised so far about the gesture of their body, the composure of their words, the framing of their voices,
Their thoughts Are exercised so Far about the gesture of their body, the composure of their words, the framing of their voices,
po32 n2 vbr vvn av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt vvg pp-f po32 n2,
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
310
and the like, especially in publike prayer, that they have no regard at all to the inward and spiritual service.
and the like, especially in public prayer, that they have no regard At all to the inward and spiritual service.
cc dt j, av-j p-acp j n1, cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
311
The outward work is infinitely more easie, and there is much more ostentation in it:
The outward work is infinitely more easy, and there is much more ostentation in it:
dt j n1 vbz av-j av-dc j, cc pc-acp vbz d dc n1 p-acp pn31:
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
312
And hence it is that the greater part of men are wholly taken up with that which they themselves can do,
And hence it is that the greater part of men Are wholly taken up with that which they themselves can do,
cc av pn31 vbz d dt jc n1 pp-f n2 vbr av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp d r-crq pns32 px32 vmb vdi,
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
313
and being done, procure them most applause from other men.
and being done, procure them most applause from other men.
cc vbg vdn, vvb pno32 ds n1 p-acp j-jn n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
45
Page 12
314
But yet their placing all in forms, and outsides, and minding nothing else in holy duties, doth not justifie at all our running off to the Extream upon the other side.
But yet their placing all in forms, and outsides, and minding nothing Else in holy duties, does not justify At all our running off to the Extreme upon the other side.
p-acp av po32 n-vvg av-d p-acp n2, cc n2-an, cc vvg pix av p-acp j n2, vdz xx vvi p-acp d po12 vvg a-acp p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
46
Page 12
315
No it is possible that even as hypocrites and rotten-hearted wretches may be so intent upon the outside, that they have no regard unto the inside;
No it is possible that even as Hypocrites and rotten-hearted wretches may be so intent upon the outside, that they have no regard unto the inside;
uh-dx pn31 vbz j cst av c-acp n2 cc j n2 vmb vbi av n1 p-acp dt n1-an, cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt av-an;
(9) part (DIV2)
46
Page 12
316
So on the other side the holiest and sincerest Christians, may be so intent upon the inside, that they have no regard at all unto the outside.
So on the other side the Holiest and Sincerest Christians, may be so intent upon the inside, that they have no regard At all unto the outside.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt js cc js np1, vmb vbi av n1 p-acp dt n1-an, cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1-an.
(9) part (DIV2)
46
Page 12
317
They may so far look after the affection, and the zeal, and the devotion of the heart (which is indeed the main thing to be looked to) that they may have no thought at all of the External circumstances of their prayers, the gesture,
They may so Far look After the affection, and the zeal, and the devotion of the heart (which is indeed the main thing to be looked to) that they may have no Thought At all of the External Circumstances of their Prayers, the gesture,
pns32 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vbz av dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp) cst pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
46
Page 12
318
or the manner of their utterance, which are Considerable notwithstanding (as I have made it plain enough) and therefore to be wholly careless of them is a failing,
or the manner of their utterance, which Are Considerable notwithstanding (as I have made it plain enough) and Therefore to be wholly careless of them is a failing,
cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31 j av-d) cc av pc-acp vbi av-jn j pp-f pno32 vbz dt j-vvg,
(9) part (DIV2)
46
Page 12
319
yea though it should be in the best of Gods people.
yea though it should be in the best of God's people.
uh cs pn31 vmd vbi p-acp dt js pp-f ng1 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
46
Page 12
320
And therefore in the second place, let me perswade you to think such outward circumstances worthy of your thoughts, the very gesture,
And Therefore in the second place, let me persuade you to think such outward Circumstances worthy of your thoughts, the very gesture,
cc av p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d j n2 j pp-f po22 n2, dt j n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 12
321
and the utterance of your prayers. Let there be due consideration had of such things as these are.
and the utterance of your Prayers. Let there be due consideration had of such things as these Are.
cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn n1 vhd pp-f d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 12
322
I would by no means hinder you from having your especial eye on that whereon the eye of God is most,
I would by no means hinder you from having your especial eye on that whereon the eye of God is most,
pns11 vmd p-acp dx n2 vvi pn22 p-acp vhg po22 j n1 p-acp d c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds,
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 13
323
when you are making your approaches, and addresses to him. I mean the carriage of the soul and spirit, the inward fervor and humility, affection,
when you Are making your Approaches, and Addresses to him. I mean the carriage of the soul and Spirit, the inward fervor and humility, affection,
c-crq pn22 vbr vvg po22 n2, cc n2 p-acp pno31. pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, dt j n1 cc n1, n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 13
324
and devotion of the heart, without which all the rest is worth nothing;
and devotion of the heart, without which all the rest is worth nothing;
cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq d dt n1 vbz j pix;
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 13
325
But yet let not the gesture of your bodies, the utterance of your voice in prayer be utterly neglected by you, concerning both of which,
But yet let not the gesture of your bodies, the utterance of your voice in prayer be utterly neglected by you, Concerning both of which,
cc-acp av vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp n1 vbi av-j vvn p-acp pn22, vvg d pp-f r-crq,
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 13
344
But thirdly this must be continually heeded both in publike, and in private, that the gestures which we use be such,
But Thirdly this must be continually heeded both in public, and in private, that the gestures which we use be such,
p-acp ord d vmb vbi av-j vvn d p-acp j, cc p-acp j, cst dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb vbb d,
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
326
because I find them in my Text, I shall give you some directions. As for the gesture of your bodies, I shall commend these few things.
Because I find them in my Text, I shall give you Some directions. As for the gesture of your bodies, I shall commend these few things.
c-acp pns11 vvb pno32 p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pns11 vmb vvi d d n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
47
Page 13
327
We are not bound to all the self-same gestures, which were in use among the people of the Lord of old;
We Are not bound to all the selfsame gestures, which were in use among the people of the Lord of old;
pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp d dt j n2, r-crq vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j;
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
328
we read that Joshua and the Elders when they were routed at the Siege of Ai, and came before the Ark of God to pray, they rent their cloaths and put dust upon their heads, Joshua 7.16. And Hezekiah when he came into the house of God to pray, at the time when Senacherib besieged Jerusalem, he rent his cloaths, and put on Sack-cloath, Isa. 37.1.
we read that joshua and the Elders when they were routed At the Siege of Ai, and Come before the Ark of God to pray, they rend their clothes and put dust upon their Heads, joshua 7.16. And Hezekiah when he Come into the house of God to pray, At the time when Sennacherib besieged Jerusalem, he rend his clothes, and put on sackcloth, Isaiah 37.1.
pns12 vvb cst np1 cc dt np1 c-crq pns32 vbdr n-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-fr, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb po32 n2 cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd. cc np1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vvn np1, pns31 vvd po31 n2, cc vvd p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
329
And this they did, not that these fashions were appropriated to the worship of the Lord,
And this they did, not that these fashions were appropriated to the worship of the Lord,
cc d pns32 vdd, xx cst d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
330
but because they were in use in those times and those places, to express their grief by;
but Because they were in use in those times and those places, to express their grief by;
cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 cc d n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp;
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
331
So in the self-same place in Joshua, they fell down to the ground upon their faces when they prayed.
So in the selfsame place in joshua, they fell down to the ground upon their faces when they prayed.
av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
332
And so did Jesus Christ himself, as you may see, Mat. 26.39.
And so did jesus christ himself, as you may see, Mathew 26.39.
cc av vdd np1 np1 px31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
333
Not that this gesture was peculiar to this piece of service, but it was taken from the civil usage of the Country,
Not that this gesture was peculiar to this piece of service, but it was taken from the civil usage of the Country,
xx cst d n1 vbds j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
334
because this was their way of shewing reverence to superiors, as you may see, Ruth 2.10.
Because this was their Way of showing Reverence to superiors, as you may see, Ruth 2.10.
c-acp d vbds po32 n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
335
And therefore we do well and suitably to the directions and examples of the Scripture, that we take up such gestures only in our prayers as are usual in our Country, to express our sorrow and dejection,
And Therefore we do well and suitably to the directions and Examples of the Scripture, that we take up such gestures only in our Prayers as Are usual in our Country, to express our sorrow and dejection,
cc av pns12 vdb av cc av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vvb a-acp d n2 av-j p-acp po12 n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
336
or else our civil reverence and respect by. Those reverend gestures which we use in prayer should be most observed in publike.
or Else our civil Reverence and respect by. Those reverend gestures which we use in prayer should be most observed in public.
cc av po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp. d j-jn n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 vmd vbi av-ds vvn p-acp j.
(9) part (DIV2)
49
Page 13
337
There may more liberty be taken in private, and in secret, then there may in publike and open prayer, both in the use of outward gesture,
There may more liberty be taken in private, and in secret, then there may in public and open prayer, both in the use of outward gesture,
pc-acp vmb dc n1 vbi vvn p-acp j, cc p-acp j-jn, cs pc-acp vmb p-acp j cc j n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
338
and in the forbearance of them.
and in the forbearance of them.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32.
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
339
Some gestures may be used in private prayer which would become us ill in publike, in which we should not go remarkably beyond the rest of the Assembly for fear and danger of hypocrisie:
some gestures may be used in private prayer which would become us ill in public, in which we should not go remarkably beyond the rest of the Assembly for Fear and danger of hypocrisy:
d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 r-crq vmd vvi pno12 av-jn p-acp j, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1:
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
340
And gestures on the other side may be forborn in some case in private prayer, which yet in publike ought not to be so;
And gestures on the other side may be forborn in Some case in private prayer, which yet in public ought not to be so;
cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq av p-acp j vmd xx pc-acp vbi av;
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
341
For evermore in publike (as far as it is possible) our gesture must be such as may express some reverence,
For evermore in public (as Far as it is possible) our gesture must be such as may express Some Reverence,
c-acp av p-acp j (c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j) po12 n1 vmb vbi d c-acp vmb vvi d n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
342
and devotion, that we may honour God before the People, and that our outward posture may not carry in it an appearance of a sleight esteem of God, and of his service;
and devotion, that we may honour God before the People, and that our outward posture may not carry in it an appearance of a sleight esteem of God, and of his service;
cc n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, cc d po12 j n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
343
whereas in private there is greater freedom, because indeed there is no need of such Caution.
whereas in private there is greater freedom, Because indeed there is no need of such Caution.
cs p-acp j pc-acp vbz jc n1, c-acp av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
50
Page 13
345
as that we do not hinder, but rather further the spiritual service.
as that we do not hinder, but rather further the spiritual service.
c-acp cst pns12 vdb xx vvi, cc-acp av-c av-j dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
346
It were far better to abate of the reverence of our gesture, then the affection of our heart.
It were Far better to abate of the Reverence of our gesture, then the affection of our heart.
pn31 vbdr av-j jc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
347
It were far better for a man to stand in prayer, then that by the disease and trouble of the other posture he should be distracted,
It were Far better for a man to stand in prayer, then that by the disease and trouble of the other posture he should be distracted,
pn31 vbdr av-j jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, av cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn,
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
348
and consequently his devotion, and his heart should fall.
and consequently his devotion, and his heart should fallen.
cc av-j po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vmd vvi.
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
349
That may be allowed the weak in this regard, which would not be convenient in the strong. The bodily exercise;
That may be allowed the weak in this regard, which would not be convenient in the strong. The bodily exercise;
cst vmb vbi vvn dt j p-acp d n1, r-crq vmd xx vbi j p-acp dt j. dt j n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
350
be it of what kind it will, is but a means to the spiritual service. The end is better then the means;
be it of what kind it will, is but a means to the spiritual service. The end is better then the means;
vbb pn31 pp-f r-crq n1 pn31 vmb, vbz p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 vbz jc cs dt n2;
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 13
351
and must be more regarded then the means.
and must be more regarded then the means.
cc vmb vbi av-dc vvn cs dt n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 14
352
I must not use the means but for the end, so far as they are serviceable to the end.
I must not use the means but for the end, so Far as they Are serviceable to the end.
pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n2 cc-acp p-acp dt n1, av av-j c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 14
353
And much less, must I use the means aganist the end.
And much less, must I use the means aganist the end.
cc av-d av-dc, vmb pns11 vvi dt n2 n1 dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
51
Page 14
354
We must be very wary that the outward gesture (especially in publike prayer) do not exceed the inward affection,
We must be very wary that the outward gesture (especially in public prayer) do not exceed the inward affection,
pns12 vmb vbi av j cst dt j n1 (av-j p-acp j n1) vdb xx vvi dt j n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
52
Page 14
355
and that we make not shew of more without then there is indeed within; for if we do, there is hypochrisie;
and that we make not show of more without then there is indeed within; for if we do, there is hypochrisie;
cc cst pns12 vvb xx vvi pp-f dc p-acp av pc-acp vbz av a-acp; c-acp cs pns12 vdb, pc-acp vbz n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
52
Page 14
356
Such duties are not done in truth, when there is more in shew, and in appearance, then there is in substance.
Such duties Are not done in truth, when there is more in show, and in appearance, then there is in substance.
d n2 vbr xx vdn p-acp n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp vvi, cc p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbz p-acp n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
52
Page 14
357
If either of the two be lower then the other, it were far better that the outward expression were lower then the inward affection,
If either of the two be lower then the other, it were Far better that the outward expression were lower then the inward affection,
cs d pp-f dt crd vbb av-jc cs dt n-jn, pn31 vbdr av-j j cst dt j n1 vbdr jc cs dt j n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
52
Page 14
358
then that the inward, &c. It were far better that the gesture came short of the heart,
then that the inward, etc. It were Far better that the gesture Come short of the heart,
av cst dt j, av pn31 vbdr av-j j cst dt n1 vvd j pp-f dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
52
Page 14
359
then that the heart, &c. It is not good to compass God about with lies, meer shews do never please in his service.
then that the heart, etc. It is not good to compass God about with lies, mere shows do never please in his service.
av cst dt n1, av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp n2, j vvz vdb av-x vvb p-acp po31 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
52
Page 14
360
This for the gesture of your bodies when you pray:
This for the gesture of your bodies when you pray:
d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vvb:
(9) part (DIV2)
53
Page 14
361
A word or two for your direction touching the use, or the omission of the voice in prayer, &c.
A word or two for your direction touching the use, or the omission of the voice in prayer, etc.
dt n1 cc crd p-acp po22 n1 vvg dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, av
(9) part (DIV2)
53
Page 14
362
And here the first thing that I offer is, Those prayers that are publike, whether in the family,
And Here the First thing that I offer is, Those Prayers that Are public, whither in the family,
cc av dt ord n1 cst pns11 vvb vbz, d n2 cst vbr j, cs p-acp dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
54
Page 14
363
or the assembly, wherein one is the mouth of many to the Lord, must of necessity be vocall:
or the assembly, wherein one is the Mouth of many to the Lord, must of necessity be vocal:
cc dt n1, c-crq pi vbz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1, vmb pp-f n1 vbb j:
(9) part (DIV2)
54
Page 14
364
so was our Saviours in my text, you see, he prayed with his Apostles and Disciples,
so was our Saviors in my text, you see, he prayed with his Apostles and Disciples,
av vbds po12 ng1 n1 po11 n1, pn22 vvb, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 cc n2,
(9) part (DIV2)
54
Page 14
365
and therefore did no only form a prayer in his heart, but expressed it with his mouth;
and Therefore did not only from a prayer in his heart, but expressed it with his Mouth;
cc av vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
54
Page 14
366
he did not only think, but speak, that they might hear. He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
he did not only think, but speak, that they might hear. He lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said.
pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb, cst pns32 vmd vvi. pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd.
(9) part (DIV2)
54
Page 14
367
The voice is not of absolute necessity in private prayer;
The voice is not of absolute necessity in private prayer;
dt n1 vbz xx pp-f j n1 p-acp j n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
55
Page 14
368
For however men, who having bodies are endued with ears and senses, know not our meaning, otherwise then by our words,
For however men, who having bodies Are endued with ears and Senses, know not our meaning, otherwise then by our words,
c-acp c-acp n2, r-crq vhg n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, vvb xx po12 n1, av av p-acp po12 n2,
(9) part (DIV2)
55
Page 14
369
yet God who is himself a spirit, knows the meaning of our spirits. Sighs may find audience, and acceptance with him;
yet God who is himself a Spirit, knows the meaning of our spirits. Sighs may find audience, and acceptance with him;
av np1 q-crq vbz px31 dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. n2 vmb vvi n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31;
(9) part (DIV2)
55
Page 14
371
But yet, if other circumstances will permit, in which your Christian prudence must direct you, use your voices.
But yet, if other Circumstances will permit, in which your Christian prudence must Direct you, use your voices.
p-acp av, cs j-jn n2 vmb vvi, p-acp r-crq po22 njp n1 vmb vvi pn22, vvb po22 n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
372
We shall observe it to have been the usual practise of the Saints to speak in prayer,
We shall observe it to have been the usual practice of the Saints to speak in prayer,
pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vhi vbn dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
373
yea, in private prayer, as our Saviour did, Mark 10.39.
yea, in private prayer, as our Saviour did, Mark 10.39.
uh, p-acp j n1, c-acp po12 n1 vdd, vvb crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
374
God made the tongue aswel as other members of the body, and therefore will be served with this, as well as them.
God made the tongue aswell as other members of the body, and Therefore will be served with this, as well as them.
np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, cc av vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, c-acp av c-acp pno32.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
375
And so the Prophet David praised God with the best member that he had, which some expound to be his tongue.
And so the Prophet David praised God with the best member that he had, which Some expound to be his tongue.
cc av dt n1 np1 vvn np1 p-acp dt js n1 cst pns31 vhd, r-crq d vvb pc-acp vbi po31 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
376
And therewith bless we God, saith the Apostle James 3.9.
And therewith bless we God, Says the Apostle James 3.9.
cc av vvb pns12 np1, vvz dt n1 np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
377
It is sometimes a quickning to the heart, and stirreth up the dead affections to greater fervency,
It is sometime a quickening to the heart, and stirs up the dead affections to greater fervency,
pn31 vbz av dt j-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvz a-acp dt j n2 p-acp jc n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
378
and zeal, which by continuing in a mental supplication would be apt to languish and decay;
and zeal, which by Continuing in a mental supplication would be apt to languish and decay;
cc n1, r-crq p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
379
It keepeth in the heart from wandring, by binding it to give exact attendance on the tongue, to furnish it with matter and expression;
It Keepeth in the heart from wandering, by binding it to give exact attendance on the tongue, to furnish it with matter and expression;
pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
380
whereas in mental prayer, it is more apt to slide away, and run a roving unobserved.
whereas in mental prayer, it is more apt to slide away, and run a roving unobserved.
cs p-acp j n1, pn31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi dt j-vvg j.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
381
Howbeit here I shall not peremptorily prescribe;
Howbeit Here I shall not peremptorily prescribe;
a-acp av pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi;
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
382
in certain cases to omit the voice is more expedient, and therefore I shall shut up all,
in certain cases to omit the voice is more expedient, and Therefore I shall shut up all,
p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz av-dc j, cc av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d,
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
383
and leave it to your Christian prudence to direct you, to pitch upon that way and method of presenting your requests to God, which ye will find most to conduce to the affectionate, spiritual and heavenly performance of the duty.
and leave it to your Christian prudence to Direct you, to pitch upon that Way and method of presenting your requests to God, which you will find most to conduce to the affectionate, spiritual and heavenly performance of the duty.
cc vvb pn31 p-acp po22 njp n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 p-acp np1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av-ds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
56
Page 14
384
And thus of the transition to our Saviours supplication, together with the manner of presenting it to God the Father, both his gesture and expression.
And thus of the transition to our Saviors supplication, together with the manner of presenting it to God the Father, both his gesture and expression.
cc av pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 p-acp np1 dt n1, d po31 n1 cc n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
57
Page 15
385
Proceed we now to enter on the Prayer which he makes; and here I shall take notice only of these two things, the Object of it, and the parts of it.
Proceed we now to enter on the Prayer which he makes; and Here I shall take notice only of these two things, the Object of it, and the parts of it.
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz; cc av pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-j pp-f d crd n2, dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31.
(9) part (DIV2)
58
Page 15
386
The Object of it, or the Person whom he presents it to, you see, is God the Father:
The Object of it, or the Person whom he presents it to, you see, is God the Father:
dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp, pn22 vvb, vbz np1 dt n1:
(9) part (DIV2)
59
Page 15
387
or to come a little nearer, God his Father, so he stiles him in the entrance of his Prayer, Father, the hour is come, &c. and the same phrase he uses all along,
or to come a little nearer, God his Father, so he stile him in the Entrance of his Prayer, Father, the hour is come, etc. and the same phrase he uses all along,
cc pc-acp vvi dt j av-jc, np1 po31 n1, av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, av cc dt d n1 pns31 vvz d a-acp,
(9) part (DIV2)
59
Page 15
388
as you shall see, if you survey it from the beginning of it to the end.
as you shall see, if you survey it from the beginning of it to the end.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
59
Page 15
389
Indeed, he gives him once the attribute of Holy, and once the attribute of Righteous Father,
Indeed, he gives him once the attribute of Holy, and once the attribute of Righteous Father,
av, pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp dt n1 pp-f j, cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
390
but this is still the appellation that he uses, and from whence he never varies.
but this is still the appellation that he uses, and from whence he never Varies.
cc-acp d vbz av dt n1 cst pns31 vvz, cc p-acp c-crq pns31 av-x vvz.
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
391
If he calls him any thing, he calls him Father. And in this notion he considers him,
If he calls him any thing, he calls him Father. And in this notion he considers him,
cs pns31 vvz pno31 d n1, pns31 vvz pno31 n1. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pno31,
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
392
while he is putting up his prayer to him;
while he is putting up his prayer to him;
cs pns31 vbz vvg a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31;
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
393
and therefore this you see (my brethren) is the first word that he uses,
and Therefore this you see (my brothers) is the First word that he uses,
cc av d pn22 vvb (po11 n2) vbz dt ord n1 cst pns31 vvz,
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
394
when he sets himself to pray, Father, the hour is come, &c. I make these addresses to thee,
when he sets himself to pray, Father, the hour is come, etc. I make these Addresses to thee,
c-crq pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi, n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, av pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp pno21,
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
395
as a Father, I look upon thee as a Father still, while I am pouring out my prayer to thee;
as a Father, I look upon thee as a Father still, while I am pouring out my prayer to thee;
c-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 av, cs pns11 vbm vvg av po11 n1 p-acp pno21;
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
396
and therefore he reviews the appellation ever and anon, on all occasions; so that the point to be observed is this.
and Therefore he reviews the appellation ever and anon, on all occasions; so that the point to be observed is this.
cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 av cc av, p-acp d n2; av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
397
DOCTRINE. God is the Father of the Lord Christ, and so he apprehended him, and looked upon him,DOCTRINE. God is the Father of the Lord christ, and so he apprehended him, and looked upon him,
n1. np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc av pns31 vvd pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31,
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
398
when he was making his Petitions to him. The point, you see, hath two branches: First, God is the Father of the Lord Christ;
when he was making his Petitions to him. The point, you see, hath two branches: First, God is the Father of the Lord christ;
c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31. dt n1, pn22 vvb, vhz crd n2: ord, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1;
(9) part (DIV2)
60
Page 15
399
then Christ did look upon him as a Father, and apprehend him as a Father, when he was making his Petition to him.
then christ did look upon him as a Father, and apprehend him as a Father, when he was making his Petition to him.
av np1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 vvi p-acp pno31.
(9) part (DIV2)
61
Page 15
400
God is the Father of the Lord Christ;
God is the Father of the Lord christ;
np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1;
(9) part (DIV2)
62
Page 15
401
I shall not waste away my time to prove it, it is so clearly, and expresly taught in Scripture every where:
I shall not waste away my time to prove it, it is so clearly, and expressly taught in Scripture every where:
pns11 vmb xx vvi av po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vbz av av-j, cc av-j vvn p-acp n1 d c-crq:
(9) part (DIV2)
62
Page 15
402
you shall observe them often owning one another under the relation of a Father, and a Son. Sometimes the Father owns our Saviour for his Son,
you shall observe them often owning one Another under the Relation of a Father, and a Son. Sometime the Father owns our Saviour for his Son,
pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av vvg pi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 av dt n1 vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
62
Page 15
403
and this he doth by an immediate attestation out of heaven it self, Mat. 3.17. Lo, a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son:
and this he does by an immediate attestation out of heaven it self, Mathew 3.17. Lo, a voice from heaven, saying, This is my Beloved Son:
cc d pns31 vdz p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f n1 pn31 n1, np1 crd. uh, dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1:
(9) part (DIV2)
62
Page 15
404
Me thinks he seems to point him out, to special observation, This is he.
Me thinks he seems to point him out, to special observation, This is he.
pno11 vvz pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 av, p-acp j n1, d vbz pns31.
(9) part (DIV2)
62
Page 15
405
Sometimes our Saviour on the other side acknowledges, and owns the Father, and this is very usual upon all occasions.
Sometime our Saviour on the other side acknowledges, and owns the Father, and this is very usual upon all occasions.
av po12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz, cc vvz dt n1, cc d vbz av j p-acp d n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
63
Page 15
406
But how is God the Father of the Lord Christ? or in what sense doth he call him Father here? no otherwise then we do? this will need a little opening. But how is God the Father of the Lord christ? or in what sense does he call him Father Here? no otherwise then we do? this will need a little opening.
cc-acp q-crq vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1? cc p-acp r-crq n1 vdz pns31 vvi pno31 n1 av? uh-dx av av pns12 vdb? d vmb vvi dt j n-vvg.
(9) part (DIV2)
64
Page 15
407
To clear it to you in a word or two, you must consider, that God the Father hath two sorts of sons, either he hath sons made,
To clear it to you in a word or two, you must Consider, that God the Father hath two sorts of Sons, either he hath Sons made,
pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, pn22 vmb vvi, cst np1 dt n1 vhz crd n2 pp-f n2, av-d pns31 vhz n2 vvn,
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 15
408
or else he hath sons begotten. He hath sons made, and that both by Creation and Adoption.
or Else he hath Sons begotten. He hath Sons made, and that both by Creation and Adoption.
cc av pns31 vhz n2 vvn. pns31 vhz n2 vvn, cc cst d p-acp n1 cc n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 15
409
First, he is said to be a Father by Creation; and thus he hath a kind of universal Fatherhood to all the Creatures.
First, he is said to be a Father by Creation; and thus he hath a kind of universal Fatherhood to all the Creatures.
ord, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1; cc av pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d dt n2.
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 15
410
And therefore the Apostle stiles him, the Father of all, Eph. 4.6. He is in this regard, the Father of our bodies, and the Father of our Spirits;
And Therefore the Apostle stile him, the Father of all, Ephesians 4.6. He is in this regard, the Father of our bodies, and the Father of our Spirits;
cc av dt n1 vvz pno31, dt n1 pp-f d, np1 crd. pns31 vbz p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2;
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 15
411
The Father of our bodies mediatly and virtually Created, in the loins of Adam. The Father of our Spirits, immediatly, and actually infused by himself;
The Father of our bodies mediately and virtually Created, in the loins of Adam. The Father of our Spirits, immediately, and actually infused by himself;
dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 av-j cc av-j vvn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av-j, cc av-j vvn p-acp px31;
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
412
with this distinction only, that there are men, who, under him, are the Fathers of our Flesh;
with this distinction only, that there Are men, who, under him, Are the Father's of our Flesh;
p-acp d n1 av-j, cst a-acp vbr n2, r-crq, p-acp pno31, vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
413
but he himself alone is the Father of our Spirits, as the Apostle lays it down, Heb. 12.9.
but he himself alone is the Father of our Spirits, as the Apostle lays it down, Hebrew 12.9.
cc-acp pns31 px31 av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
414
And in this sense, he is the Father of the Angels, who were immediately framed,
And in this sense, he is the Father of the Angels, who were immediately framed,
cc p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn,
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
415
and created by his own Almighty hand, and therefore are called the sons of God, Job 1.6. This Fatherhood of God (as I have said) is universal, and all the Creatures have a share in it;
and created by his own Almighty hand, and Therefore Are called the Sons of God, Job 1.6. This Fatherhood of God (as I have said) is universal, and all the Creatures have a share in it;
cc vvn p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, cc av vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd. d n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) vbz j, cc d dt n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31;
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
416
so that even all of them may call him Father too, as well as we, and use the Prophets words, Mal. 2.10.
so that even all of them may call him Father too, as well as we, and use the prophets words, Malachi 2.10.
av cst av d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi pno31 n1 av, c-acp av c-acp pns12, cc vvi dt ng1 n2, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
417
Have we not all one Father? hath not one God created us? And thus, our Saviour as a Creature, hath an interest in the Fatherhood of God.Have we not all one Father? hath not one God created us? And thus, our Saviour as a Creature, hath an Interest in the Fatherhood of God.
vhb pns12 xx d crd n1? vhz xx crd n1 vvn pno12? cc av, po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
65
Page 16
418
And here he hath an Interest above others, though not an interest without others, For he is the first-born of every Creature, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Col. 1.15.
And Here he hath an Interest above Others, though not an Interest without Others, For he is the firstborn of every Creature, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Col. 1.15.
cc av pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, cs xx dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp pns31 vbz dt j pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
66
Page 16
419
And as this Father hath his Sons made by creation, so he hath Sons made by Adoption, by which a remnant of Mankinde are set apart, out of the free and undeserved Grace of God, to be the children, and the heirs of God.
And as this Father hath his Sons made by creation, so he hath Sons made by Adoption, by which a remnant of Mankind Are Set apart, out of the free and undeserved Grace of God, to be the children, and the Heirs of God.
cc p-acp d n1 vhz po31 n2 vvn p-acp n1, av pns31 vhz n2 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbr vvn av, av pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
67
Page 16
420
And here I see not, why our Saviour Christ, as Man, should not come in for one of the Adopted Sons of God;
And Here I see not, why our Saviour christ, as Man, should not come in for one of the Adopted Sons of God;
cc av pns11 vvb xx, c-crq po12 n1 np1, c-acp n1, vmd xx vvi p-acp p-acp crd pp-f dt j-vvn n2 pp-f np1;
(9) part (DIV2)
68
Page 16
421
for one (I mean) above the rest, though not for one among the rest;
for one (I mean) above the rest, though not for one among the rest;
p-acp pi (pns11 vvb) p-acp dt n1, cs xx p-acp crd p-acp dt n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
68
Page 16
422
so that he hath his Priviledge in this regard, as the Apostle intimates, Eph. 1.5. God hath predestinated us to the adoption of Children by Iesus Christ.
so that he hath his Privilege in this regard, as the Apostle intimates, Ephesians 1.5. God hath predestinated us to the adoption of Children by Iesus christ.
av cst pns31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
68
Page 16
423
Perhaps the meaning may be this, first he hath adopted Christ as man, and as a creature,
Perhaps the meaning may be this, First he hath adopted christ as man, and as a creature,
av dt n1 vmb vbi d, ord pns31 vhz vvn np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1,
(9) part (DIV2)
68
Page 16
424
and then he hath adopted us by him, as part of Jesus Christ, and as Members of his body.
and then he hath adopted us by him, as part of jesus christ, and as Members of his body.
cc av pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pno31, c-acp n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc c-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
68
Page 16
425
And as this Father hath his Sons made, both by creation, and adoption: so he hath his sons begotten, and his sons born;
And as this Father hath his Sons made, both by creation, and adoption: so he hath his Sons begotten, and his Sons born;
cc p-acp d n1 vhz po31 n2 vvd, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1: av pns31 vhz po31 n2 vvn, cc po31 n2 vvn;
(9) part (DIV2)
69
Page 16
426
for both of these expressions we shall finde in Scripture. He hath begotten us, saith the Apostle Peter, 1 Pet. 1.3. Of his own will begat he us, Jam. 1.18. And whosoever loves him that begat, loves him that is begotten, 1 John 5.1.
for both of these expressions we shall find in Scripture. He hath begotten us, Says the Apostle Peter, 1 Pet. 1.3. Of his own will begat he us, Jam. 1.18. And whosoever loves him that begat, loves him that is begotten, 1 John 5.1.
p-acp d pp-f d n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1. pns31 vhz vvn pno12, vvz dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd. pp-f po31 d n1 vvd pns31 pno12, np1 crd. cc c-crq vvz pno31 cst vvd, vvz pno31 cst vbz vvn, vvn np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
69
Page 16
427
And thus, our Saviour also is begotten of the Father; and here he hath his priviledge, and his preheminence as well as in the rest;
And thus, our Saviour also is begotten of the Father; and Here he hath his privilege, and his pre-eminence as well as in the rest;
cc av, po12 n1 av vbz vvn pp-f dt n1; cc av pns31 vhz po31 n1, cc po31 n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
70
Page 16
428
For he is the first-begotten of the Father, Heb. 1.6. when he bringeth in the first begotten into the world:For he is the Firstbegotten of the Father, Hebrew 1.6. when he brings in the First begotten into the world:
c-acp pns31 vbz dt j pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord vvn p-acp dt n1:
(9) part (DIV2)
70
Page 16
429
herein he is above Men, yea he is above Angels:
herein he is above Men, yea he is above Angels:
av pns31 vbz p-acp n2, uh pns31 vbz p-acp n2:
(9) part (DIV2)
70
Page 16
430
For unto which of the Angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day, &c. And when he bringeth in, &c, he saith, And let all the Angels, &c. Its true, that even we that are his Children are begotten, as Christ is;For unto which of the Angels said he At any time, Thou art my Son, this day, etc. And when he brings in, etc., he Says, And let all the Angels, etc. Its true, that even we that Are his Children Are begotten, as christ is;
p-acp p-acp r-crq pp-f dt n2 vvd pns31 p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r po11 n1, d n1, av cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, av, pns31 vvz, cc vvb d dt n2, av pn31|vbz j, cst av pns12 cst vbr po31 n2 vbr vvn, c-acp np1 vbz;
(9) part (DIV2)
70
Page 16
431
he is begotten from eternity, but we in time.
he is begotten from eternity, but we in time.
pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp pns12 p-acp n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 16
432
He is begotten so that he partaketh of his substance, and of his very essence, that begets him:
He is begotten so that he partaketh of his substance, and of his very essence, that begets him:
pns31 vbz vvn av cst pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 j n1, cst vvz pno31:
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 16
433
We are indeed partakers of the Divine nature, but not by communication of the Essence of God,
We Are indeed partakers of the Divine nature, but not by communication of the Essence of God,
pns12 vbr av n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc-acp xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 16
434
but by participation of the properties of God. He is begotten of the Father personally taken, whereas none of us are so.
but by participation of the properties of God. He is begotten of the Father personally taken, whereas none of us Are so.
cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. pns31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 av-j vvn, cs pix pp-f pno12 vbr av.
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 16
435
Its true we are the Sons of God, begotten by an Act without, but we are not the Sons of God the Father (taken as distinct from both the other persons of the God-head) begotten by an act within, as Christ is.
Its true we Are the Sons of God, begotten by an Act without, but we Are not the Sons of God the Father (taken as distinct from both the other Persons of the Godhead) begotten by an act within, as christ is.
po31 j pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp, cc-acp pns12 vbr xx dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 (vvn p-acp j p-acp d dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1) vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp, c-acp np1 vbz.
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 16
436
He is begotten by a proper and peculiar act of God the Father, in an unspeakable communication of the Essence of the God-head from the Father to the Son, which we are better able to admire then to express;
He is begotten by a proper and peculiar act of God the Father, in an unspeakable communication of the Essence of the Godhead from the Father to the Son, which we Are better able to admire then to express;
pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vbr jc j pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi;
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 17
437
for as the Prophet saith, who can declare his generation?
for as the Prophet Says, who can declare his generation?
c-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz, r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1?
(9) part (DIV2)
71
Page 17
438
And this for clearing of the former member of the point, God is the Father of the Lord Christ.
And this for clearing of the former member of the point, God is the Father of the Lord christ.
cc d p-acp vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
72
Page 17
439
Now for the second, that Christ did look upon him as a Father, and apprehend him as a Father when he was making his Petitions to him.
Now for the second, that christ did look upon him as a Father, and apprehend him as a Father when he was making his Petitions to him.
av p-acp dt ord, cst np1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(9) part (DIV2)
73
Page 17
440
You see it evidently, and demonstratively in my Text. This is the appellation that he gives him in this prayer, all along,
You see it evidently, and demonstratively in my Text. This is the appellation that he gives him in this prayer, all along,
pn22 vvb pn31 av-j, cc av-j p-acp po11 np1 d vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d n1, d a-acp,
(9) part (DIV2)
73
Page 17
441
as I have noted to you heretofore.
as I have noted to you heretofore.
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 av.
(9) part (DIV2)
73
Page 17
442
Its true, that God is frequently in Scripture stiled the God of Christ, as see the place, &c. Psal. 45.7. God even thy God; and Christ doth sometimes call him his God, as Iohn 20.17. I ascend to my God, but to the best of my remembrance he never calls him so in prayer.
Its true, that God is frequently in Scripture styled the God of christ, as see the place, etc. Psalm 45.7. God even thy God; and christ does sometime call him his God, as John 20.17. I ascend to my God, but to the best of my remembrance he never calls him so in prayer.
po31 j, cst np1 vbz av-j p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vvb dt n1, av np1 crd. np1 av po21 n1; cc np1 vdz av vvi pno31 po31 n1, c-acp np1 crd. pns11 vvb p-acp po11 np1, p-acp p-acp dt js pp-f po11 n1 pns31 av-x vvz pno31 av p-acp n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
73
Page 17
443
He comes not to him by the name of his God, but by the name of his Father, that is the sweet,
He comes not to him by the name of his God, but by the name of his Father, that is the sweet,
pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst vbz dt j,
(9) part (DIV2)
73
Page 17
444
and precious name that he delights to call him by, when he is pouring out his prayers to him.
and precious name that he delights to call him by, when he is pouring out his Prayers to him.
cc j n1 cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, c-crq pns31 vbz vvg av po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(9) part (DIV2)
73
Page 17
445
I shall add no more for proof, the point is plain, God is the father of the Lord Christ,
I shall add no more for proof, the point is plain, God is the father of the Lord christ,
pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz j, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1,
(9) part (DIV2)
74
Page 17
446
and so he apprehended him, &c. and so he apprehended him, etc.
cc av pns31 vvd pno31, av
(9) part (DIV2)
74
Page 17
447
Is God the Father of the Lord Christ? this then may serve for sweet and precious consolation to the Saints,
Is God the Father of the Lord christ? this then may serve for sweet and precious consolation to the Saints,
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1? d av vmb vvi p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2,
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
448
and to those that are in Christ. For if God be Christs Father, then he is their Father too:
and to those that Are in christ. For if God be Christ Father, then he is their Father too:
cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp np1. p-acp cs np1 vbb npg1 n1, cs pns31 vbz po32 n1 av:
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
449
And this our Saviour Christ himself acknowledges to his Disciples for their comfort. I ascend to my Father, and your Father.
And this our Saviour christ himself acknowledges to his Disciples for their Comfort. I ascend to my Father, and your Father.
cc d po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1. pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1, cc po22 n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
450
My Father, but so that he is yours too: first mine, and then yours.My Father, but so that he is yours too: First mine, and then yours.
po11 n1, p-acp av cst pns31 vbz png22 av: ord n1, cc av png22.
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
451
My interest indeed, in this respect, is somewhat higher and above yours, but it is not without yours:
My Interest indeed, in this respect, is somewhat higher and above yours, but it is not without yours:
po11 n1 av, p-acp d n1, vbz av jc cc p-acp png22, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp png22:
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
452
nay, to say truth, my interest is for yours. God is my Father that he may be yours in me.
nay, to say truth, my Interest is for yours. God is my Father that he may be yours in me.
uh, pc-acp vvi n1, po11 n1 vbz p-acp png22. np1 vbz po11 n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi png22 p-acp pno11.
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
453
Oh my beloved, what melting joy and comfort is here for every member of the Lord Christ, in regard of this relation;
O my Beloved, what melting joy and Comfort is Here for every member of the Lord christ, in regard of this Relation;
uh po11 j-vvn, r-crq j-vvg n1 cc n1 vbz av p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
454
I give you but a hint in three particulars.
I give you but a hint in three particulars.
pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n2-j.
(9) part (DIV2)
75
Page 17
455
First, being the sons of God in Christ, we may be sure that he will hear us in, and by, and through Christ.
First, being the Sons of God in christ, we may be sure that he will hear us in, and by, and through christ.
ord, vbg dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
76
Page 17
456
He always hears his son Christ, and never puts him off with a denial; Thou art my son, this day, &c. Ask of me, and I will give thee. Psal. 2.7. and this our Saviour Christ himself professes, Iohn •1. 4. and as the Father always hears his son Christ, so he doth always hear his Sons in Christ.
He always hears his son christ, and never puts him off with a denial; Thou art my son, this day, etc. Ask of me, and I will give thee. Psalm 2.7. and this our Saviour christ himself Professes, John •1. 4. and as the Father always hears his son christ, so he does always hear his Sons in christ.
pns31 av vvz po31 n1 np1, cc av-x vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1; pns21 vb2r po11 n1, d n1, av vvb pp-f pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21. np1 crd. cc d po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz, np1 n1. crd. cc c-acp dt n1 av vvz po31 n1 np1, av pns31 vdz av vvi po31 n2 p-acp np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
76
Page 17
457
And truly, if the first be once admitted, the latter follows unavoidably. For Christ the eldest Son is intercessor for his brethren;
And truly, if the First be once admitted, the latter follows avoidable. For christ the eldest Son is intercessor for his brothers;
cc av-j, cs dt ord vbi a-acp vvn, dt d vvz av-j. p-acp np1 dt js-jn n1 vbz n1 p-acp po31 n2;
(9) part (DIV2)
76
Page 17
458
in all their regular requests he never faileth to put in with them: so that they cannot be denied, unless he be denied too;
in all their regular requests he never Faileth to put in with them: so that they cannot be denied, unless he be denied too;
p-acp d po32 j n2 pns31 av-x vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno32: av cst pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, cs pns31 vbb vvn av;
(9) part (DIV2)
76
Page 17
459
Christ and they must either stand or fall together.
christ and they must either stand or fallen together.
np1 cc pns32 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi av.
(9) part (DIV2)
76
Page 17
460
Secondly, being Sons of God in Christ, we may be confident he will provide for us.
Secondly, being Sons of God in christ, we may be confident he will provide for us.
ord, vbg n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vbi j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12.
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 17
461
He hath provided very well for Christ, he is not his Son only, but he is his Heir too;
He hath provided very well for christ, he is not his Son only, but he is his Heir too;
pns31 vhz vvn av av p-acp np1, pns31 vbz xx po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vbz po31 n1 av;
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 17
462
yea, he is heir of all without exception, Heb. 1.2.
yea, he is heir of all without exception, Hebrew 1.2.
uh, pns31 vbz n1 pp-f d p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 17
463
And as Christ is the Son and Heir of God, so we are sons and heirs of God in Christ:
And as christ is the Son and Heir of God, so we Are Sons and Heirs of God in christ:
cc p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av pns12 vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1:
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 17
464
there is not a younger brother of us. Thou art no more a servant but a son, Gal. 4.7. And if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.
there is not a younger brother of us. Thou art no more a servant but a son, Gal. 4.7. And if a son, then an heir of God through christ.
pc-acp vbz xx dt jc n1 pp-f pno12. pns21 vb2r dx av-dc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cc cs dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 17
465
If Sons of God through Christ, then Heirs of God through Christ too. If we be sons, then also heirs, Rom. 8.17. yea we are heirs of all as Christ is;
If Sons of God through christ, then Heirs of God through christ too. If we be Sons, then also Heirs, Rom. 8.17. yea we Are Heirs of all as christ is;
cs n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cs n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 av. cs pns12 vbb n2, av av n2, np1 crd. uh pns12 vbr n2 pp-f d c-acp np1 vbz;
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 17
466
and therefore it is added presently, Heirs of God, joynt-heirs with Christ.
and Therefore it is added presently, Heirs of God, Joint heirs with christ.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, n2 pp-f np1, n2 p-acp np1.
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 18
467
Jesus Christ as Mediator, is not Heir to any thing, but we are joynt-heirs, and have a joynt-right with him;
jesus christ as Mediator, is not Heir to any thing, but we Are Joint heirs, and have a joint-right with him;
np1 np1 p-acp n1, vbz xx n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns12 vbr n2, cc vhb dt j p-acp pno31;
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 18
468
there is an Inventory of our riches, 1 Cor. 3.21. Thirdly, being Sons of God, we may be confident he will protect us;
there is an Inventory of our riches, 1 Cor. 3.21. Thirdly, being Sons of God, we may be confident he will Pact us;
pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, crd np1 crd. ord, vbg n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vbi j pns31 vmb vvi pno12;
(9) part (DIV2)
77
Page 18
469
Fathers use to protect their children, if they can; God can, and therefore will. As Naomi laid Ruths childe in her bosom, Ruth 4.16. so God lays his children, Isa. 4.11. and that is certainly a safe place.
Fathers use to Pact their children, if they can; God can, and Therefore will. As Naomi laid Ruths child in her bosom, Ruth 4.16. so God lays his children, Isaiah 4.11. and that is Certainly a safe place.
np1 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cs pns32 vmb; np1 vmb, cc av vmb. p-acp np1 vvn np1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd. av np1 vvz po31 n2, np1 crd. cc d vbz av-j dt j n1.
(9) part (DIV2)
78
Page 18
470
And as the Eagle spreads her wings over her young, and carries them upon her wings, Prov. 32. 1•. so God throws his children under the wings of his protection, and carries them above the reach of danger. This is very sweet comfort;
And as the Eagl spreads her wings over her young, and carries them upon her wings, Curae 32. 1•. so God throws his children under the wings of his protection, and carries them above the reach of danger. This is very sweet Comfort;
cc c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 j, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd. n1. av np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. d vbz av j n1;
(9) part (DIV2)
78
Page 18
490
Nay, my Beloved, they were not made by him only, but they were made for him too,
Nay, my beloved, they were not made by him only, but they were made for him too,
uh-x, po11 j-vvn, pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp pno31 av-j, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 av,
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
471
be your troubles what they will, you have a Father that is able to secure you, that is very tender of you, that hath set a guard upon you, Heb. 1. ult. Psal. 34.7.
be your Troubles what they will, you have a Father that is able to secure you, that is very tender of you, that hath Set a guard upon you, Hebrew 1. ult. Psalm 34.7.
vbb po22 n2 r-crq pns32 vmb, pn22 vhb dt n1 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22, cst vbz av j pp-f pn22, cst vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pn22, np1 crd n1. np1 crd.
(9) part (DIV2)
78
Page 18
472
John 17.1. Father the hour is come.
John 17.1. Father the hour is come.
np1 crd. n1 dt n1 vbz vvn.
(10) part (DIV2)
78
Page 18
473
IS God the Father of the Lord Christ? And consequently Christ the Son of God the Father? IS God the Father of the Lord christ? And consequently christ the Son of God the Father?
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1? cc av-j np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1?
(10) part (DIV2)
80
Page 18
474
Why then I say, as the Apostle, He is the Lord of all, Gal. 4.1. He is not a servant in the house, but a Son over the house, Heb. 3.6.
Why then I say, as the Apostle, He is the Lord of all, Gal. 4.1. He is not a servant in the house, but a Son over the house, Hebrew 3.6.
uh-crq av pns11 vvb, c-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d, np1 crd. pns31 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
81
Page 18
475
And therefore he must be obeyed, and served, according to the Psalmists Exhortation, Psal. 2.11. Serve the Lord. Well then, my brethren, let us think of this, and let us hearken to that Counsel and advice of Christ himself, Take my yoke, my service on you.
And Therefore he must be obeyed, and served, according to the Psalmists Exhortation, Psalm 2.11. Serve the Lord. Well then, my brothers, let us think of this, and let us harken to that Counsel and Advice of christ himself, Take my yoke, my service on you.
cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn, vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb dt n1. av av, po11 n2, vvb pno12 vvi pp-f d, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 px31, vvb po11 n1, po11 n1 p-acp pn22.
(10) part (DIV2)
81
Page 18
476
Brethren let me engage you all this day for this Lord, and his service, let me perswade you to receive him for the Lord your righteousness.
Brothers let me engage you all this day for this Lord, and his service, let me persuade you to receive him for the Lord your righteousness.
n1 vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d d n1 p-acp d n1, cc po31 n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 po22 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
81
Page 18
477
Not to call him Lord only, but to take him for your Lord, and to use him as your Lord,
Not to call him Lord only, but to take him for your Lord, and to use him as your Lord,
xx pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 av-j, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po22 n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
81
Page 18
478
and to yield him all that service and obedience which the name calls for.
and to yield him all that service and Obedience which the name calls for.
cc pc-acp vvi pno31 d cst n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp.
(10) part (DIV2)
81
Page 18
479
Ah, my Beloved, let us not do in this regard as the greater part of Christians in name and in profession do.
Ah, my beloved, let us not do in this regard as the greater part of Christians in name and in profession do.
uh, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 xx vdi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 vdb.
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
480
Let us not wear the badge and cognizance of Jesus Christ, and say, he is our Lord and Master, and the like;
Let us not wear the badge and cognizance of jesus christ, and say, he is our Lord and Master, and the like;
vvb pno12 xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc vvi, pns31 vbz po12 n1 cc n1, cc dt j;
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
481
and in the mean time never do his will, nor take any pains at all in his service:
and in the mean time never do his will, nor take any pains At all in his service:
cc p-acp dt j n1 av-x vdb po31 n1, ccx vvi d n2 p-acp d p-acp po31 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
482
For this is but to deal with Christ as the perfidious Jews did, to put a purple robe upon him,
For this is but to deal with christ as the perfidious jews did, to put a purple robe upon him,
c-acp d vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j np2 vdd, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno31,
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
483
and to bow down before him, and to call him, Hail Master, and in the self-same breath to buffet him, and spit upon him.
and to bow down before him, and to call him, Hail Master, and in the selfsame breath to buffet him, and spit upon him.
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31, n1 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
484
But as we call him Lord, so let us carry and demean our selves towards him as our Lord and Master,
But as we call him Lord, so let us carry and demean our selves towards him as our Lord and Master,
cc-acp c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 n1, av vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 c-acp po12 n1 cc n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
485
and let us yield to him that obedience which is due to him. And to this end, let us consider what engagements lye upon us to draw us,
and let us yield to him that Obedience which is due to him. And to this end, let us Consider what engagements lie upon us to draw us,
cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno31 cst n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno31. cc p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq n2 vvb p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12,
(10) part (DIV2)
82
Page 18
486
and to hold us to the service of this Lord: which I shall briefly lay before you as motives to perswade.
and to hold us to the service of this Lord: which I shall briefly lay before you as motives to persuade.
cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22 c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi.
(10) part (DIV2)
83
Page 18
487
The first is an Engagement of Creation, he is the image of the invisible God, saith the Apostle, Col. 1.15. The first born of every creature, that is, the Lord of every creature, for the first born is Lord of all.
The First is an Engagement of Creation, he is the image of the invisible God, Says the Apostle, Col. 1.15. The First born of every creature, that is, the Lord of every creature, for the First born is Lord of all.
dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. dt ord vvn pp-f d n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt ord vvn p-acp|dt n1 pp-f d.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 18
488
And why the Lord of every creature? You have the reason in the following words, For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth.
And why the Lord of every creature? You have the reason in the following words, For by him were all things created, that Are in heaven, and that Are in earth.
cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1? pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt vvg n2, p-acp p-acp pno31 vbdr d n2 vvn, cst vbr p-acp n1, cc d vbr p-acp n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
489
All things were made by him, and therefore it is fit that all should serve him.
All things were made by him, and Therefore it is fit that all should serve him.
d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, cc av pn31 vbz j cst d vmd vvi pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
491
as it is added there in that place; all things were created by him, and for him.
as it is added there in that place; all things were created by him, and for him.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1; d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
492
By his power, and for his use.
By his power, and for his use.
p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
493
And therefore if we be not useful to him, if we do not serve him, we cross the very end of our creation.
And Therefore if we be not useful to him, if we do not serve him, we cross the very end of our creation.
cc av cs pns12 vbb xx j p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31, pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
494
The brutish, and unreasonable creatures serve him in their kind and measure, and therefore David saith, that all things serve him.
The brutish, and unreasonable creatures serve him in their kind and measure, and Therefore David Says, that all things serve him.
dt j, cc j n2 vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, cc av np1 vvz, cst d n2 vvi pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
495
But we are bound to serve him much more, because in our Creation we received more from him.
But we Are bound to serve him much more, Because in our Creation we received more from him.
cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av-d av-dc, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vvd av-dc p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
496
He made us Lords of all his creatures, ••at we might have no Lord but him.
He made us lords of all his creatures, ••at we might have no Lord but him.
pns31 vvd pno12 n2 pp-f d po31 n2, av pns12 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
497
He made the whole creation to be serviceable to us, that we might be the more engaged,
He made the Whole creation to be serviceable to us, that we might be the more engaged,
pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vbi dt av-dc vvn,
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
498
and the better able to be serviceable to himself;
and the better able to be serviceable to himself;
cc dt jc j pc-acp vbi j p-acp px31;
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
499
that we might serve him for it all, that we might serve him with it all.
that we might serve him for it all, that we might serve him with it all.
cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp pn31 d, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp pn31 d.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
500
He put all things under us, and truly we are bound the more (my Brethren) to be under him, and subject to him;
He put all things under us, and truly we Are bound the more (my Brothers) to be under him, and Subject to him;
pns31 vvd d n2 p-acp pno12, cc av-j pns12 vbr vvn dt av-dc (po11 n2) pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, cc n-jn p-acp pno31;
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
501
he made us men, he gave us reason, which he gave not to other creatures;
he made us men, he gave us reason, which he gave not to other creatures;
pns31 vvd pno12 n2, pns31 vvd pno12 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd xx p-acp j-jn n2;
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
502
the greater reason have we to obey him, and to improve our parts and gifts in his service.
the greater reason have we to obey him, and to improve our parts and Gifts in his service.
dt jc n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
503
Indeed we cannot chose but see that it is all the reason of the world, that as we have all from him,
Indeed we cannot chosen but see that it is all the reason of the world, that as we have all from him,
np1 pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb cst pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst c-acp pns12 vhb d p-acp pno31,
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
504
so we should use all for him.
so we should use all for him.
av pns12 vmd vvi d p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
84
Page 19
505
The next is an engagement of Redemption which binds us to the service of the Lord.
The next is an engagement of Redemption which binds us to the service of the Lord.
dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
506
As he is the Lord that made us, so he is the Lord that bought us,
As he is the Lord that made us, so he is the Lord that bought us,
p-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvd pno12, av pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvd pno12,
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
507
as the Apostles phrase is, 2 Pet. 2.1.
as the Apostles phrase is, 2 Pet. 2.1.
c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, crd np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
508
He purchased us (my Brethren) us I mean, that are his own, at a very dear rate,He purchased us (my Brothers) us I mean, that Are his own, At a very dear rate,
pns31 vvd pno12 (po11 n2) pno12 pns11 vvb, cst vbr po31 d, p-acp dt j j-jn n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
509
and therefore it is just that we should serve him; especially since it is evident that this was his intention in his purchase.
and Therefore it is just that we should serve him; especially since it is evident that this was his intention in his purchase.
cc av pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31; av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j cst d vbds po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
510
He bought us out of Sins and Satans hands, not that we might be absolutely free from all commands,
He bought us out of Sins and Satan hands, not that we might be absolutely free from all commands,
pns31 vvd pno12 av pp-f n2 cc npg1 n2, xx cst pns12 vmd vbi av-j j p-acp d n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
511
but that we might be his servants. He gave himself for us, saith the Apostle Paul, Tit. 2.14. that was the purchase that he made, a very dear one you will say: He gave himself for us:
but that we might be his Servants. He gave himself for us, Says the Apostle Paul, Tit. 2.14. that was the purchase that he made, a very dear one you will say: He gave himself for us:
cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi po31 n2. pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pno12, vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd. cst vbds dt n1 cst pns31 vvd, dt j j-jn crd pn22 vmb vvi: pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pno12:
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
512
to what end? that he might reedeem us from all iniquity, from the dominion and power of sin.
to what end? that he might reedeem us from all iniquity, from the dominion and power of since.
p-acp r-crq n1? cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
513
And what now, are we masterless? And are the reins upon our own necks? Now mark what follows presently, And purifie us a peculiar people himself;
And what now, Are we masterless? And Are the reins upon our own necks? Now mark what follows presently, And purify us a peculiar people himself;
cc q-crq av, vbr pns12 j? cc vbr dt n2 p-acp po12 d n2? av vvb r-crq vvz av-j, cc vvb pno12 dt j n1 px31;
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
514
a people to himself to serve him, and to do his work, and to be very earnest in it too;
a people to himself to serve him, and to do his work, and to be very earnest in it too;
dt n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vdi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vbi av j p-acp pn31 av;
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
516
And so being free from sin, we are not left at large (my Brethren) but we became the servants of Christ, Rom. 6 22. This was the End that he intended and propounded to himself in our Redemption;
And so being free from since, we Are not left At large (my Brothers) but we became the Servants of christ, Rom. 6 22. This was the End that he intended and propounded to himself in our Redemption;
cc av vbg j p-acp n1, pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp j (po11 n2) cc-acp pns12 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd d vbds dt vvb cst pns31 vvd cc vvn p-acp px31 p-acp po12 n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
517
he dyed for us, that we which live, should henceforth live no longer to our selves, he died for us, that we which live, should henceforth live no longer to our selves,
pns31 vvd p-acp pno12, cst pns12 r-crq vvb, vmd av vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp po12 n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
518
but to him that dyed for us, 2 Cor. 5.15. He hath performed the mercy promised, he hath remembred, &c. he hath saved us from, &c. Luke 1.74. What, that we might from henceforth be our own men, and live at liberty, and walk according to our own wills? Oh no (my Brethren) but on the other side, that we might serve him, who hath saved us, in holiness and righteousness all the daies of our lives. but to him that died for us, 2 Cor. 5.15. He hath performed the mercy promised, he hath remembered, etc. he hath saved us from, etc. Lycia 1.74. What, that we might from henceforth be our own men, and live At liberty, and walk according to our own wills? O no (my Brothers) but on the other side, that we might serve him, who hath saved us, in holiness and righteousness all the days of our lives.
cc-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvd p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 vvd, pns31 vhz vvn, av pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp, av av crd. q-crq, cst pns12 vmd p-acp av vbb po12 d n2, cc vvi p-acp n1, cc vvb vvg p-acp po12 d n2? uh uh-dx (po11 n2) cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
85
Page 19
519
The third is an Engagement of Covenant-obligation; we are his Covenant servants, and therefore we are bound to serve him;
The third is an Engagement of Covenant-obligation; we Are his Covenant Servants, and Therefore we Are bound to serve him;
dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; pns12 vbr po31 n1 n2, cc av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31;
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 19
520
if we run away from him, we are Covenant-breakers with him.
if we run away from him, we Are Covenant-breakers with him.
cs pns12 vvb av p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr n2 p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 20
521
Indeed we that are born of those that are in Covenant with him, are born his Covenant-servants in a sense:
Indeed we that Are born of those that Are in Covenant with him, Are born his covenant-servants in a sense:
np1 pns12 cst vbr vvn pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, vbr vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 20
522
For such as the condition of the Parent is, (Beloved) such is the condition of the child,
For such as the condition of the Parent is, (beloved) such is the condition of the child,
c-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, (vvn) d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 20
523
as to outward priviledge, and as to outward duty too. And hence it is perhaps that David saith to God, Psalm 116.16. O Lord, saith he, I am thy servant. My servant, might the Lord reply, Why how so? why saith the Psalmist, I am the son of thy hand-maid.
as to outward privilege, and as to outward duty too. And hence it is perhaps that David Says to God, Psalm 116.16. Oh Lord, Says he, I am thy servant. My servant, might the Lord reply, Why how so? why Says the Psalmist, I am the son of thy handmaid.
c-acp p-acp j n1, cc c-acp p-acp j n1 av. cc av pn31 vbz av d np1 vvz p-acp np1, n1 crd. uh n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vbm po21 n1. po11 n1, vmd dt n1 n1, c-crq c-crq av? q-crq vvz dt n1, pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f po21 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 20
524
So we whose parents were within the Covenant, were born to Christ in some respect,
So we whose Parents were within the Covenant, were born to christ in Some respect,
av pns12 r-crq n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1, vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 20
525
for we were born within his family, and so (to outward view and cognizance) belong to his houshold.
for we were born within his family, and so (to outward view and cognizance) belong to his household.
c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av (p-acp j n1 cc n1) vvb p-acp po31 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
86
Page 20
526
But this is but an outward thing, some of us have gone further yet, and made a Covenant with the Lord to serve him, we were in Covenant all of us with sin by nature,
But this is but an outward thing, Some of us have gone further yet, and made a Covenant with the Lord to serve him, we were in Covenant all of us with since by nature,
p-acp d vbz p-acp dt j n1, d pp-f pno12 vhb vvn av-jc av, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 av-d pp-f pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
87
Page 20
527
and so with death and hell we were at an agreement too.
and so with death and hell we were At an agreement too.
cc av p-acp n1 cc n1 pns12 vbdr p-acp dt n1 av.
(10) part (DIV2)
87
Page 20
528
But some of us have utterly dissolved that Covenant, and entred into Covenant with the Lord Christ.
But Some of us have utterly dissolved that Covenant, and entered into Covenant with the Lord christ.
p-acp d pp-f pno12 vhb av-j vvn cst n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
87
Page 20
529
We are bound, let us obey, now we have made this Covenant with him, we are the more engaged to serve him,
We Are bound, let us obey, now we have made this Covenant with him, we Are the more engaged to serve him,
pns12 vbr vvn, vvb pno12 vvi, av pns12 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr dt av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi pno31,
(10) part (DIV2)
87
Page 20
530
and the greater is our sin if we run away from him.
and the greater is our since if we run away from him.
cc dt jc vbz po12 n1 cs pns12 vvb av p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
87
Page 20
531
Is God the Father of our Lord Christ? The greater is his love to us, that he should give Christ for us. Is God the Father of our Lord christ? The greater is his love to us, that he should give christ for us.
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1? dt jc vbz po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi np1 p-acp pno12.
(10) part (DIV2)
88
Page 20
532
If he had given but a servant, or a friend, it had been much that he should part with either of them for an enemy;
If he had given but a servant, or a friend, it had been much that he should part with either of them for an enemy;
cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, pn31 vhd vbn d cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
88
Page 20
533
but that he should give us his son, his own begotten son, to shame, to punishment, to death for us;
but that he should give us his son, his own begotten son, to shame, to punishment, to death for us;
cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 po31 n1, po31 d vvn n1, pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp pno12;
(10) part (DIV2)
88
Page 20
535
The Evangelist (me thinks) knows not which way to express it, and therefore leaves it to the largest heart,
The Evangelist (me thinks) knows not which Way to express it, and Therefore leaves it to the Largest heart,
dt np1 (pno11 vvz) vvz xx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av vvz pn31 p-acp dt js n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
89
Page 20
536
and the vastest understanding to guess at it, John 3.16. God so loved the world. So, how? I cannot tell you, it swallows up my apprehensions and expressions:
and the vastest understanding to guess At it, John 3.16. God so loved the world. So, how? I cannot tell you, it Swallows up my apprehensions and expressions:
cc dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd. np1 av vvd dt n1. av, q-crq? pns11 vmbx vvi pn22, pn31 vvz a-acp po11 n2 cc n2:
(10) part (DIV2)
89
Page 20
537
And therefore I must leave it to your selves to think of it, and reach after it.
And Therefore I must leave it to your selves to think of it, and reach After it.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(10) part (DIV2)
89
Page 20
538
And truly (my Beloved) did we weigh it well in our advised and deliberate thoughts, we should be carried out beyond our selves in an Extasie of wonder.
And truly (my beloved) did we weigh it well in our advised and deliberate thoughts, we should be carried out beyond our selves in an Ecstasy of wonder.
cc av-j (po11 np1) vdd pns12 vvi pn31 av p-acp po12 j-vvn cc j n2, pns12 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
90
Page 20
539
What (my Beloved,) that when the Father had but one begotten Son by nature,
What (my beloved,) that when the Father had but one begotten Son by nature,
q-crq (po11 j-vvn,) cst c-crq dt n1 vhd cc-acp pi vvn n1 p-acp n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
90
Page 20
540
and one that was so well like him, the very picture of his Father, &c. one whom he loved dearly, in whom his very soul delighted, that he should give him forth out of his bosom for such wretches as we are? That he could not spare his Son, that he might spare his Enemies;
and one that was so well like him, the very picture of his Father, etc. one whom he loved dearly, in whom his very soul delighted, that he should give him forth out of his bosom for such wretches as we Are? That he could not spare his Son, that he might spare his Enemies;
cc pi cst vbds av av av-j pno31, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, av crd ro-crq pns31 vvd av-jn, p-acp ro-crq po31 j n1 vvd, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 av av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vbr? cst pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2;
(10) part (DIV2)
90
Page 20
541
behold what love the Father hath declared in this! Here is love to be spoken of, and to be wondred at in all ages.behold what love the Father hath declared in this! Here is love to be spoken of, and to be wondered At in all ages.
vvb r-crq n1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp d! av vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
90
Page 20
542
And thus far of the uses of the former member of the point. Proceed we now to make some application of the latter.
And thus Far of the uses of the former member of the point. Proceed we now to make Some application of the latter.
cc av av-j pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt d.
(10) part (DIV2)
90
Page 20
543
Is it so (my Brethren) that as God is the Father of the Lord Christ; Is it so (my Brothers) that as God is the Father of the Lord christ;
vbz pn31 av (po11 n2) cst p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1;
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
544
So Christ did apprehend him as a Father, and look upon him as a Father when, &c. Then let us also apprehend him so,So christ did apprehend him as a Father, and look upon him as a Father when, etc. Then let us also apprehend him so,
av np1 vdd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq, av av vvb pno12 av vvi pno31 av,
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
545
and look upon him so, who are the sons of God in Christ, when we come to God in prayer:
and look upon him so, who Are the Sons of God in christ, when we come to God in prayer:
cc vvb p-acp pno31 av, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
546
Let us present our supplications to him under the notion of a Father, as Christ did;
Let us present our supplications to him under the notion of a Father, as christ did;
vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp np1 vdd;
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
547
Christ is in this respect our Pattern and Example, whom we ought to follow.
christ is in this respect our Pattern and Exampl, whom we ought to follow.
np1 vbz p-acp d n1 po12 n1 cc n1, ro-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
548
We are required, you know, to be followers of Christ, viz. in all his imitable actions,
We Are required, you know, to be followers of christ, viz. in all his imitable actions,
pns12 vbr vvn, pn22 vvb, pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f np1, n1 p-acp d po31 j n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
549
and this is one of those actions. We ought to walk as he walked, and to pray as he prayed.
and this is one of those actions. We ought to walk as he walked, and to pray as he prayed.
cc d vbz pi pp-f d n2. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvd, cc pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvd.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 20
550
And therefore as his manner was to pray to God himself in this language, to come to God as to a Father:
And Therefore as his manner was to pray to God himself in this language, to come to God as to a Father:
cc av c-acp po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 px31 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
551
So he hath taught us also so to pray in the very same language, to come to God as to a Father, as he did, Mat. 6.9. After this manner pray ye, Our Father which art in heaven.
So he hath taught us also so to pray in the very same language, to come to God as to a Father, as he did, Mathew 6.9. After this manner pray you, Our Father which art in heaven.
av pns31 vhz vvn pno12 av av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vdd, np1 crd. p-acp d n1 vvb pn22, po12 n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
552
So that we have in this, you see, the Precept and Example of the Lord Christ;
So that we have in this, you see, the Precept and Exampl of the Lord christ;
av cst pns12 vhb p-acp d, pn22 vvb, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1;
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
553
his Precept in the cited place, and his Example in my Text. And therefore let us learn this lesson of him,
his Precept in the cited place, and his Exampl in my Text. And Therefore let us Learn this Lesson of him,
po31 n1 p-acp dt vvn n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp po11 np1 cc av vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pp-f pno31,
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
554
since he is pleased to teach us both waies, both by Precept and Example.
since he is pleased to teach us both ways, both by Precept and Exampl.
c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 d n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
555
When we are making our addresses to the Lord in prayer, let us endeavour to apply unto our selves the love and father-hood of God in Jesus Christ.
When we Are making our Addresses to the Lord in prayer, let us endeavour to apply unto our selves the love and fatherhood of God in jesus christ.
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
556
Let us not satisfie our selves with a general perswasion that he is a gracious Father to all his sons and daughters in the Lord Christ.
Let us not satisfy our selves with a general persuasion that he is a gracious Father to all his Sons and daughters in the Lord christ.
vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
557
But let us strive for a distinct and a particular assurance that he is our own Father, that he is so to us in special,
But let us strive for a distinct and a particular assurance that he is our own Father, that he is so to us in special,
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j cc dt j n1 cst pns31 vbz po12 d n1, cst pns31 vbz av p-acp pno12 p-acp j,
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
558
and that we are among the number of his children.
and that we Are among the number of his children.
cc cst pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
559
That we may look upon him so, and confidently call him so, when we are pouring out our prayers to him,
That we may look upon him so, and confidently call him so, when we Are pouring out our Prayers to him,
cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av, cc av-j vvi pno31 av, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg av po12 n2 p-acp pno31,
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
560
and so expect the love and mercy of a Father from him.
and so expect the love and mercy of a Father from him.
cc av vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
91
Page 21
561
And to this very End, as the Apostle tells us, The Spirit of the Son is sent abroad into our hearts.
And to this very End, as the Apostle tells us, The Spirit of the Son is sent abroad into our hearts.
cc p-acp d av vvb, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp po12 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
562
To what End? Why, to make us cry Abba Father, Gal. 4.6.
To what End? Why, to make us cry Abba Father, Gal. 4.6.
p-acp r-crq vvb? uh-crq, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi np1 n1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
563
That is to make us pray to God, as to a Father, while others come to God as to a stranger, with whom they have no acquaintance,
That is to make us pray to God, as to a Father, while Others come to God as to a stranger, with whom they have no acquaintance,
cst vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cs n2-jn vvb p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb dx n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
564
and to whom they have no relation.
and to whom they have no Relation.
cc p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb dx n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
565
So that you see, we have not only the Precept of Christ, and the Example of Christ,
So that you see, we have not only the Precept of christ, and the Exampl of christ,
av cst pn22 vvb, pns12 vhb xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1,
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
566
but we have also the Spirit of Christ, that we may pray in this manner: And therefore in this Faith and confidence, the Saints of God have prayed in Scripture.
but we have also the Spirit of christ, that we may pray in this manner: And Therefore in this Faith and confidence, the Saints of God have prayed in Scripture.
cc-acp pns12 vhb av dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1: cc av p-acp d n1 cc n1, dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn p-acp n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
567
So did the Church, as you may see, Isa. 63.16. Doubtless, say they, thou art our Father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledge us not, thou art our Father.
So did the Church, as you may see, Isaiah 63.16. Doubtless, say they, thou art our Father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledge us not, thou art our Father.
av vdd dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. av-j, vvb pns32, pns21 vb2r po12 n1, cs np1 vbb j pp-f pno12, cc np1 vvb pno12 xx, pns21 vb2r po12 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
568
It is repeated twice you see, and bound with an asseveration too, to shew the strength and certainty of their assurance:
It is repeated twice you see, and bound with an asseveration too, to show the strength and certainty of their assurance:
pn31 vbz vvn av pn22 vvb, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
569
And in the same perswasion we find them praying in the following Chapter, in Vers. 8. But now Oh Lord thou art our Father, we are the clay,
And in the same persuasion we find them praying in the following Chapter, in Vers. 8. But now O Lord thou art our Father, we Are the clay,
cc p-acp dt d n1 pns12 vvb pno32 vvg p-acp dt j-vvg n1, p-acp np1 crd p-acp av uh n1 pns21 vb2r po12 n1, pns12 vbr dt n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
570
and thou the Potter, we are the work of thy hands: and thou the Potter, we Are the work of thy hands:
cc pns21 dt n1, pns12 vbr dt n1 pp-f po21 n2:
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
571
And in the same assurance also let us pray, when we are making our addresses to the throne of grace, let us apply our selves to God as to a Father.
And in the same assurance also let us pray, when we Are making our Addresses to the throne of grace, let us apply our selves to God as to a Father.
cc p-acp dt d n1 av vvb pno12 vvi, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
572
The benefit and profit of it will be very great, as I shall represent it to you in a few particulars, which you may look upon as Motives to perswade.
The benefit and profit of it will be very great, as I shall represent it to you in a few particulars, which you may look upon as Motives to persuade.
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi av j, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi.
(10) part (DIV2)
92
Page 21
573
This assurance will make us bold and confident in our approaches to the throne of grace, it will make us come to God full of holy resolutions,
This assurance will make us bold and confident in our Approaches to the throne of grace, it will make us come to God full of holy resolutions,
d n1 vmb vvi pno12 j cc j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 vvi p-acp np1 j pp-f j n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
574
whereas if we be destitute of this perswasion when we are drawing nigh to God,
whereas if we be destitute of this persuasion when we Are drawing High to God,
cs cs pns12 vbb j pp-f d n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg av-j p-acp np1,
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
615
a poor prayer you may think that any man could make in such a case as that was:
a poor prayer you may think that any man could make in such a case as that was:
dt j n1 pn22 vmb vvi cst d n1 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbds:
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
575
and know not whether we may call him father, yea or no, we shall be fearful to approach his presence, we shall make but faint prayers.
and know not whither we may call him father, yea or no, we shall be fearful to approach his presence, we shall make but faint Prayers.
cc vvb xx cs pns12 vmb vvi pno31 n1, uh cc uh-dx, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
576
And therefore the Apostle tells us, that by faith in Christ, in whom alone God is a Father to his children, that is by this assurance that he is so to us in special;
And Therefore the Apostle tells us, that by faith in christ, in whom alone God is a Father to his children, that is by this assurance that he is so to us in special;
cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq j np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst vbz p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vbz av p-acp pno12 p-acp j;
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
577
we have boldness, we have access with confidence to God, Eph. 3.11.we have boldness, we have access with confidence to God, Ephesians 3.11.
pns12 vhb n1, pns12 vhb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
578
And this was that which heartened up the Prodigal, and filled his languishing and fainting heart with resolution, I will arise (said he) and go to my Father:
And this was that which heartened up the Prodigal, and filled his languishing and fainting heart with resolution, I will arise (said he) and go to my Father:
cc d vbds d r-crq vvd a-acp dt j-jn, cc vvd po31 j-vvg cc j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vvi (vvd pns31) cc vvi p-acp po11 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
579
he had been long debating, it should seem, and ruminating on the business in his wavering thoughts:
he had been long debating, it should seem, and ruminating on the business in his wavering thoughts:
pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvg, pn31 vmd vvi, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n2:
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 21
580
His late miscarriages, no question, were a great disheartening to him, so that he knew not what to do.
His late miscarriages, no question, were a great disheartening to him, so that he knew not what to do.
po31 j n2, dx n1, vbdr dt j vvg p-acp pno31, av cst pns31 vvd xx r-crq p-acp vdi.
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
581
But at last he comes to this, I will arise and go to my Father;
But At last he comes to this, I will arise and go to my Father;
p-acp p-acp ord pns31 vvz p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po11 n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
582
he is my Father, and I am his own Son, and there is pitty and compassion in a Father to a Son, at least to a returning Son,
he is my Father, and I am his own Son, and there is pity and compassion in a Father to a Son, At least to a returning Son,
pns31 vbz po11 n1, cc pns11 vbm po31 d n1, cc pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt vvg n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
583
though an unworthy one, as I have been: And therefore let my faults, and my discouragements be what they will, I will arise, and go to him:
though an unworthy one, as I have been: And Therefore let my Faults, and my discouragements be what they will, I will arise, and go to him:
cs dt j pi, c-acp pns11 vhb vbn: cc av vvb po11 n2, cc po11 n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, pns11 vmb vvi, cc vvi p-acp pno31:
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
584
And truly while we apprehend the Lord to be a Judge, and not a Father;
And truly while we apprehend the Lord to be a Judge, and not a Father;
cc av-j cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc xx dt n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
585
or if a Father, not to us, but other men, we find but small encouragement to come to him.
or if a Father, not to us, but other men, we find but small encouragement to come to him.
cc cs dt n1, xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp j-jn n2, pns12 vvb p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
586
But when we look upon him as a Father, yea, as our Father, in the Lord Christ, this makes us come with boldness to him.
But when we look upon him as a Father, yea, as our Father, in the Lord christ, this makes us come with boldness to him.
p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, uh, c-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 np1, d vvz pno12 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
587
This causes us to delight in the Almighty, and not to look divertedly, but to lift up our face to God, as Job speaks.
This Causes us to delight in the Almighty, and not to look divertedly, but to lift up our face to God, as Job speaks.
np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn, cc xx pc-acp vvi av-j, cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp n1 vvz.
(10) part (DIV2)
93
Page 22
588
As this assurance will make us bold and confident, so it will make us earnest and importunate with God;
As this assurance will make us bold and confident, so it will make us earnest and importunate with God;
p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pno12 j cc j, av pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j cc j p-acp np1;
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
589
It will enable us to pray and not to faint. When we consider, we are dealing with a Father, we shall hang about him;
It will enable us to pray and not to faint. When we Consider, we Are dealing with a Father, we shall hang about him;
pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi cc xx pc-acp vvi. c-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31;
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
590
when he seems to throw us off, we shall tug, and wrestle with him, we shall take no denyal from him.
when he seems to throw us off, we shall tug, and wrestle with him, we shall take no denial from him.
c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp, pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvi p-acp pno31, pns12 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
591
Oh Lord thou art our Father, we pray thee hear us, pitty us, relieve us, for we are thine own children.
O Lord thou art our Father, we pray thee hear us, pity us, relieve us, for we Are thine own children.
uh n1 pns21 vb2r po12 n1, pns12 vvb pno21 vvb pno12, vvb pno12, vvb pno12, c-acp pns12 vbr po21 d n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
592
A man is never earnest and importunate with one, of whose affections he hath no perswasion,
A man is never earnest and importunate with one, of whose affections he hath no persuasion,
dt n1 vbz av-x j cc j p-acp crd, pp-f rg-crq n2 pns31 vhz dx n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
593
and they that have not this assurance, present but cold and spiritless petitions and requests to God.
and they that have not this assurance, present but cold and spiritless petitions and requests to God.
cc pns32 cst vhb xx d n1, vvb p-acp j-jn cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
594
But they that look upon him as a Father, as one that hath so near relation,
But they that look upon him as a Father, as one that hath so near Relation,
p-acp pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pi cst vhz av av-j n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
616
And yet that very prayer found acceptance with the Lord;
And yet that very prayer found acceptance with the Lord;
cc av d j n1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
595
and such dear affection to them, as one whose bowels of compassion yern towards them in their miseries and wants, they will keep no silence, they will give him no rest, till he have answered them in mercy, till he have given them the desire of their hearts.
and such dear affection to them, as one whose bowels of compassion yern towards them in their misery's and Wants, they will keep no silence, they will give him no rest, till he have answered them in mercy, till he have given them the desire of their hearts.
cc d j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pi rg-crq n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vmb vvi dx n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 dx n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pno32 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
94
Page 22
596
This assurance will make us hopefull of audience, and success with God.
This assurance will make us hopeful of audience, and success with God.
d n1 vmb vvi pno12 j pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
597
Can a woman forget her child, and not have compassion on the Son of her womb? saith the Prophet, Isa. 99.65. Can she deny him when he begs and hangs about her? It is possible she may;Can a woman forget her child, and not have compassion on the Son of her womb? Says the Prophet, Isaiah 99.65. Can she deny him when he begs and hangs about her? It is possible she may;
vmb dt n1 vvi po31 n1, cc xx vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? vvz dt n1, np1 crd. vmb pns31 vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31? pn31 vbz j pns31 vmb;
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
598
there may be such a mother in the world, but God is no such Father. No, he hath infinitely more compassion on his children.
there may be such a mother in the world, but God is no such Father. No, he hath infinitely more compassion on his children.
pc-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 vbz dx d n1. uh-dx, pns31 vhz av-j dc n1 p-acp po31 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
599
Oh what a matchless and unconquerable ground of hope is here, to those that have this sweet assurance that God is their Father!
O what a matchless and unconquerable ground of hope is Here, to those that have this sweet assurance that God is their Father!
uh r-crq dt j cc j-u n1 pp-f n1 vbz av, p-acp d cst vhb d j n1 cst np1 vbz po32 n1!
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
600
What man is there, who if his son asketh bread (saith Christ) will give him a stone, What man is there, who if his son asks bred (Says christ) will give him a stone,
q-crq n1 vbz a-acp, r-crq cs po31 n1 vvz n1 (vvz np1) vmb vvi pno31 dt n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
601
or if he ask a fish will give him a Serpent? though the poor child perhaps cannot distinguish the one from the other: If ye then being evil;
or if he ask a Fish will give him a Serpent? though the poor child perhaps cannot distinguish the one from the other: If you then being evil;
cc cs pns31 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1? cs dt j n1 av vmbx vvi dt crd p-acp dt n-jn: cs pn22 av vbg j-jn;
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
602
know how to give good things unto your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good things to them that ask him? know how to give good things unto your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good things to them that ask him?
vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po22 n2, c-crq d dc vmb po22 j n1 vvb j n2 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31?
(10) part (DIV2)
95
Page 22
603
And lastly, this assurance will hold us up with matchless comfort respectively to the defects and imperfections of our prayers.
And lastly, this assurance will hold us up with matchless Comfort respectively to the defects and imperfections of our Prayers.
cc ord, d n1 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp j n1 av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 22
604
Suppose your little tender child should come to any of you that are Fathers, with a lisping stammering tongue, moaning for something that he longs to have, would you look angrily upon him, would you chide,
Suppose your little tender child should come to any of you that Are Father's, with a lisping stammering tongue, moaning for something that he longs to have, would you look angrily upon him, would you chide,
vvb po22 j j n1 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f pn22 cst vbr n2, p-acp dt vvg n-vvg n1, vvg p-acp pi cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi, vmd pn22 vvi av-j p-acp pno31, vmd pn22 vvi,
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 22
605
and rate him off, and send the harmless infant crying from your presence? Consult with your own hearts and bowels;
and rate him off, and send the harmless infant crying from your presence? Consult with your own hearts and bowels;
cc vvi pno31 a-acp, cc vvi dt j n1 vvg p-acp po22 n1? vvb p-acp po22 d n2 cc n2;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 22
606
could you do it? and is not God as pittiful to his, as you are to your children? Alas, he is as tenderly affected to them, that he sees not their defects,
could you do it? and is not God as pitiful to his, as you Are to your children? Alas, he is as tenderly affected to them, that he sees not their defects,
vmd pn22 vdi pn31? cc vbz xx np1 c-acp j p-acp png31, c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp po22 n2? np1, pns31 vbz a-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vvz xx po32 n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 22
607
so as to slight them, and reject them, or their weak endeavours for them.
so as to slight them, and reject them, or their weak endeavours for them.
av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32, cc po32 j n2 p-acp pno32.
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 22
608
No, as a Father pitties his Children, so the Lord pittieth them that fear him, Psal. 103.13. They are without blame before him in love, Ephes. 1.4.
No, as a Father pities his Children, so the Lord Pitieth them that Fear him, Psalm 103.13. They Are without blame before him in love, Ephesians 1.4.
uh-dx, c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2, av dt n1 vvz pno32 cst vvb pno31, np1 crd. pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
609
Though they have many failings, yet he doth not blame them;
Though they have many failings, yet he does not blame them;
cs pns32 vhb d n2-vvg, av pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
610
so great is his love to them, when they look upon their prayers, and find this fault,
so great is his love to them, when they look upon their Prayers, and find this fault,
av j vbz po31 n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi d n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
611
and that fault, (as truly they have cause enough) the comfort is, that God finds no fault;
and that fault, (as truly they have cause enough) the Comfort is, that God finds no fault;
cc d n1, (c-acp av-j pns32 vhb n1 av-d) dt n1 vbz, cst np1 vvz dx n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
612
he saith that it is well done.
he Says that it is well done.
pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz av vdn.
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
613
And thus he dealt with holy David, as himself observeth, Psalm 77.2, 3. He was in such distress, that he was troubled to remember God;
And thus he dealt with holy David, as himself observeth, Psalm 77.2, 3. He was in such distress, that he was troubled to Remember God;
cc av pns31 vvd p-acp j np1, p-acp px31 vvz, n1 crd, crd pns31 vbds p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi np1;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
617
as he shews in that place, I cried unto the Lord (saith he) in the first ver. of that Psalm;
as he shows in that place, I cried unto the Lord (Says he) in the First for. of that Psalm;
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt ord p-acp. pp-f d n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
618
and mark what follows, he gave ear to me.
and mark what follows, he gave ear to me.
cc vvb r-crq vvz, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp pno11.
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
619
And thus when we do bungle at his service, the Lord is apt to take it in good part,
And thus when we do bungle At his service, the Lord is apt to take it in good part,
cc av c-crq pns12 vdb vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
620
if we do but what we can; and that because he is our Father;
if we do but what we can; and that Because he is our Father;
cs pns12 vdb p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb; cc d c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
621
which if it be considered, cannot choose but be a very great encouragement and comfort to us.
which if it be considered, cannot choose but be a very great encouragement and Comfort to us.
r-crq cs pn31 vbb vvn, vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi dt av j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12.
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
622
But you will interpose and say, perhaps here is encouragement indeed, and pretious comfort, if we can come to God in prayer with this assurance, that he is our Father:
But you will interpose and say, perhaps Here is encouragement indeed, and precious Comfort, if we can come to God in prayer with this assurance, that he is our Father:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi, av av vbz n1 av, cc j n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz po12 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
623
but how shall we attain to this assurance? What are the evidences that we may relye upon in this particular, which if we find them in our selves, we may be confident to speak to God as to a father;
but how shall we attain to this assurance? What Are the evidences that we may rely upon in this particular, which if we find them in our selves, we may be confident to speak to God as to a father;
cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d n1? q-crq vbr dt n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp d j, r-crq cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
624
we may be bold to cry Abba Father to him?
we may be bold to cry Abba Father to him?
pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi np1 n1 p-acp pno31?
(10) part (DIV2)
96
Page 23
625
I shall lay down a few, and make them as distinguishing, and clear as I am able, to help you in this great business.
I shall lay down a few, and make them as distinguishing, and clear as I am able, to help you in this great business.
pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt d, cc vvi pno32 p-acp vvg, cc j c-acp pns11 vbm j, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
97
Page 23
626
If God be your Father, and you be his children, you are very much like him, you resemble God your Father;
If God be your Father, and you be his children, you Are very much like him, you resemble God your Father;
cs np1 vbb po22 n1, cc pn22 vbb po31 n2, pn22 vbr av av-d vvi pno31, pn22 vvb np1 po22 n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
98
Page 23
627
Jesus Christ his eldest son is the very picture of him, as we are wont to say, the express of his fathers person.
jesus christ his eldest son is the very picture of him, as we Are wont to say, the express of his Father's person.
np1 np1 po31 js-jn n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno31, c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, dt j pp-f po31 ng1 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
98
Page 23
628
They are so like in all respects, that he that knoweth one of them, cannot but know the other too.
They Are so like in all respects, that he that Knoweth one of them, cannot but know the other too.
pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp d n2, cst pns31 cst vvz crd pp-f pno32, vmbx p-acp vvi dt n-jn av.
(10) part (DIV2)
98
Page 23
629
The resemblance is so perfect and so absolute in all respects, that in seeing one of them, you see the other.
The resemblance is so perfect and so absolute in all respects, that in seeing one of them, you see the other.
dt n1 vbz av j cc av j p-acp d n2, cst p-acp vvg pi pp-f pno32, pn22 vvb dt j-jn.
(10) part (DIV2)
98
Page 23
630
And hence said Christ to Philip, John 14 19. He that hath seen me, hath seen the Father also.
And hence said christ to Philip, John 14 19. He that hath seen me, hath seen the Father also.
cc av vvd np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn pno11, vhz vvn dt n1 av.
(10) part (DIV2)
98
Page 23
631
And truly we that are the younger sons of God, though we be not so like him,
And truly we that Are the younger Sons of God, though we be not so like him,
cc av-j pns12 cst vbr dt jc n2 pp-f np1, cs pns12 vbb xx av av-j pno31,
(10) part (DIV2)
99
Page 23
632
yet we are very much like him.
yet we Are very much like him.
av pns12 vbr av av-d vvi pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
99
Page 23
633
And therefore we are said to be renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created us, Col. 3.10.
And Therefore we Are said to be renewed in knowledge After the image of him that created us, Col. 3.10.
cc av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno12, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
99
Page 23
634
And the new man is said to be renewed after God in holiness, Ephes. 4.24.
And the new man is said to be renewed After God in holiness, Ephesians 4.24.
cc dt j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
99
Page 23
635
And are you thus conformed to God? do you bear his Image? so that every one that sees you,
And Are you thus conformed to God? do you bear his Image? so that every one that sees you,
cc vbr pn22 av vvn p-acp np1? vdb pn22 vvi po31 n1? av cst d pi cst vvz pn22,
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 23
636
and observes you, may judge who is your father:
and observes you, may judge who is your father:
cc vvz pn22, vmb vvi r-crq vbz po22 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 23
637
Are you holy as God is? and are you mercifull as God is? and are you perfect in desire,
are you holy as God is? and Are you merciful as God is? and Are you perfect in desire,
vbr pn22 j p-acp np1 vbz? cc vbr pn22 j p-acp np1 vbz? cc vbr pn22 j p-acp n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 23
657
Gods Spirit guides and leads you always in the way of God, which is prescribed and chalked out before you in the word of God.
God's Spirit guides and leads you always in the Way of God, which is prescribed and chalked out before you in the word of God.
npg1 n1 vvz cc vvz pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
658
And this is clearly and expresly taught us, in that alledgement of the Covenant mentioned, Exod. 36.27. I will put my Spirit upon you, saith the Lord to his people.
And this is clearly and expressly taught us, in that allegement of the Covenant mentioned, Exod 36.27. I will put my Spirit upon you, Says the Lord to his people.
cc d vbz av-j cc av-j vvn pno12, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pn22, vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
638
and endeavour, as your Father that is in Heaven is perfect? do you love your enemies? do you bless them that curse you? and pray for them that despitefully use you? that you may shew your selves to be the children of your Father, who makes his Sun to shine, his rain to fall upon the evil and the good, Mat. 5.44.
and endeavour, as your Father that is in Heaven is perfect? do you love your enemies? do you bless them that curse you? and pray for them that despitefully use you? that you may show your selves to be the children of your Father, who makes his Sun to shine, his rain to fallen upon the evil and the good, Mathew 5.44.
cc n1, c-acp po22 n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 vbz j? vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2? vdb pn22 vvb pno32 cst vvb pn22? cc vvb p-acp pno32 cst av-j vvb pn22? cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn cc dt j, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 23
639
are you freely merciful, lending and doing good to those where there is nothing to be hoped for,
Are you freely merciful, lending and doing good to those where there is nothing to be hoped for,
vbr pn22 av-j j, vvg cc vdg j p-acp d c-crq pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp,
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 23
640
but unkindness for your good will? that you may make it to appear you are the children of the highest, who is kind to the unthankfull and unkinde, Luk. 6.35. These are good evidences of your interest in the Father-hood of God.
but unkindness for your good will? that you may make it to appear you Are the children of the highest, who is kind to the unthankful and unkind, Luk. 6.35. These Are good evidences of your Interest in the Fatherhood of God.
cc-acp n1 p-acp po22 j n1? cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt js, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j cc j, np1 crd. d vbr j n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 24
641
But if you be prophane, and vicious, and cruel, and unmerciful, as the greater number are;
But if you be profane, and vicious, and cruel, and unmerciful, as the greater number Are;
p-acp cs pn22 vbb j, cc j, cc j, cc j, c-acp dt jc n1 vbr;
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 24
642
I may say to such as you are, as once our Saviour to the wicked Jews, You are of your Father the Devil, and his works you do.
I may say to such as you Are, as once our Saviour to the wicked jews, You Are of your Father the devil, and his works you do.
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d c-acp pn22 vbr, c-acp c-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j np2, pn22 vbr pp-f po22 n1 dt n1, cc po31 n2 pn22 vdb.
(10) part (DIV2)
100
Page 24
643
If God be your Father, as you bear your Fathers Image, see you have your Fathers Spirit.
If God be your Father, as you bear your Father's Image, see you have your Father's Spirit.
cs np1 vbb po22 n1, c-acp pn22 vvb po22 ng1 n1, vvb pn22 vhb po22 ng1 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
101
Page 24
644
The Spirit of the Father, is that which the Apostle calls the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry, Abba Father, Rom. 8.15.
The Spirit of the Father, is that which the Apostle calls the Spirit of Adoption, whereby we cry, Abba Father, Rom. 8.15.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb, np1 n1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
101
Page 24
645
So that if we be Sons, we have this Spirit poured out upon us. But you will say, that every one almost pretendeth to the Spirit;
So that if we be Sons, we have this Spirit poured out upon us. But you will say, that every one almost pretendeth to the Spirit;
av cst cs pns12 vbb n2, pns12 vhb d n1 vvd av p-acp pno12. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cst d crd av vvz p-acp dt n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
101
Page 24
646
and it is evident that many are deceived in this particular.
and it is evident that many Are deceived in this particular.
cc pn31 vbz j cst d vbr vvn p-acp d j.
(10) part (DIV2)
102
Page 24
647
How shall we know infallibly, whether the spirit which we think we have, be the spirit of the Father,
How shall we know infallibly, whither the Spirit which we think we have, be the Spirit of the Father,
q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av-j, cs dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vhb, vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
102
Page 24
648
yea, or no? Why (my beloved) the Spirit of the Father i• an active Spirit, where it is, it leadeth men even where it will, it carries them,
yea, or no? Why (my Beloved) the Spirit of the Father i• an active Spirit, where it is, it leads men even where it will, it carries them,
uh, cc dx? q-crq (po11 j-vvn) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vbz, pn31 vvz n2 av c-crq pn31 vmb, pn31 vvz pno32,
(10) part (DIV2)
102
Page 24
649
and guides them in its own way.
and guides them in its own Way.
cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 d n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
102
Page 24
650
And as many as are led by this Spirit, they are Sons of God, Rom. 8.14.
And as many as Are led by this Spirit, they Are Sons of God, Rom. 8.14.
cc p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp d n1, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
103
Page 24
651
Well then, thus far we are clear, if we be the Sons of God, as we have his spirit,
Well then, thus Far we Are clear, if we be the Sons of God, as we have his Spirit,
uh-av av, av av-j pns12 vbr j, cs pns12 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vhb po31 n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
103
Page 24
652
so we are led by his Spirit; we walk not after the flesh, but after the spirit.
so we Are led by his Spirit; we walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit.
av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1; pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
103
Page 24
653
The flesh calls, and the spirit calls, This is the way, walk in it. The flesh would have us follow it, the spirit would have us follow it.
The Flesh calls, and the Spirit calls, This is the Way, walk in it. The Flesh would have us follow it, the Spirit would have us follow it.
dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, d vbz dt n1, vvb p-acp pn31. dt n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi pn31, dt n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi pn31.
(10) part (DIV2)
103
Page 24
654
And the event is this, if we be the Sons of God; we leave the flesh, and go after Gods Spirit:
And the event is this, if we be the Sons of God; we leave the Flesh, and go After God's Spirit:
cc dt n1 vbz d, cs pns12 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1; pns12 vvb dt n1, cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
103
Page 24
655
We walk not after, &c. So then, if you would know whether you be the Sons of God, examine whether you be guided by his spirit, yea, or no?We walk not After, etc. So then, if you would know whither you be the Sons of God, examine whither you be guided by his Spirit, yea, or no?
pns12 vvb xx a-acp, av av av, cs pn22 vmd vvi cs pn22 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1, uh, cc dx?
(10) part (DIV2)
103
Page 24
656
And this may be discovered by the course you take, and by the path in which you walk.
And this may be discovered by the course you take, and by the path in which you walk.
cc d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb.
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
659
And what shall this Spirit do? it shall cause you to walk in my Statutes,
And what shall this Spirit do? it shall cause you to walk in my Statutes,
cc q-crq vmb d n1 vdb? pn31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
661
it shall not shew you new ways, and new paths, other then those which are beaten out in Scripture,
it shall not show you new ways, and new paths, other then those which Are beaten out in Scripture,
pn31 vmb xx vvi pn22 j n2, cc j n2, j-jn av d r-crq vbr vvn av p-acp n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
662
but it shall cause you to walk in my Statutes.
but it shall cause you to walk in my Statutes.
cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
663
If then you err, and wander from the ways of Gods Statutes, and walk on in your own ways,
If then you err, and wander from the ways of God's Statutes, and walk on in your own ways,
cs av pn22 vvb, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp po22 d n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
664
as the Apostle speaketh of the Gentiles: the way of your own hearts, which of your selves you choose and follow;
as the Apostle speaks of the Gentiles: the Way of your own hearts, which of your selves you choose and follow;
c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n2-j: dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, r-crq pp-f po22 n2 pn22 vvb cc vvi;
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
665
your ways of drunkenness ▪ uncleanness, prophanation of Gods holy day, &c. if you walk in the way of Cain, a way of cruelty and malice,
your ways of Drunkenness ▪ uncleanness, profanation of God's holy day, etc. if you walk in the Way of Cain, a Way of cruelty and malice,
po22 n2 pp-f n1 ▪ n1, n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, av cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
666
and run greedily after the error of Balaam for a reward, as Jude speaks, ver. 11. A way of covetousness and unlawfull gain you are not guided by the Spirit of the Father,
and run greedily After the error of balaam for a reward, as U^de speaks, ver. 11. A Way of covetousness and unlawful gain you Are not guided by the Spirit of the Father,
cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vvz, fw-la. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 pn22 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
667
but by the spirit of the wicked one, which ruleth in the children of disobedience.
but by the Spirit of the wicked one, which Ruleth in the children of disobedience.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j pi, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
104
Page 24
668
But if you keep the ways of God, the ways of truth, and love, and holiness, and peace;
But if you keep the ways of God, the ways of truth, and love, and holiness, and peace;
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
105
Page 24
669
the way that is so evilly spoken of by lewd, prophane and vitious men;
the Way that is so evilly spoken of by lewd, profane and vicious men;
dt n1 cst vbz av av-jn vvn pp-f p-acp j, j cc j n2;
(10) part (DIV2)
105
Page 24
670
And are no sooner swerved from it in the least degree, but you are crying to the Lord with Moses, Lord shew us thy way:
And Are no sooner swerved from it in the least degree, but you Are crying to the Lord with Moses, Lord show us thy Way:
cc vbr dx av-c vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ds n1, cc-acp pn22 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, n1 vvb pno12 po21 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
105
Page 25
671
with David, I am gone astray, Lord seek thy servant; enquiring of your brethren to direct you, and striving to get in again;
with David, I am gone astray, Lord seek thy servant; inquiring of your brothers to Direct you, and striving to get in again;
p-acp np1, pns11 vbm vvn av, n1 vvb po21 n1; vvg pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp av;
(10) part (DIV2)
105
Page 25
672
you are guided by the spirit of your father, and may be confident that you are the sons of God.
you Are guided by the Spirit of your father, and may be confident that you Are the Sons of God.
pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc vmb vbi j cst pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
105
Page 25
673
If God be your Father, and you be his children, you are a company of singular and choice people:
If God be your Father, and you be his children, you Are a company of singular and choice people:
cs np1 vbb po22 n1, cc pn22 vbb po31 n2, pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
674
As you are like your Father, and consequently like your brethren too: so you are unlike other men:
As you Are like your Father, and consequently like your brothers too: so you Are unlike other men:
c-acp pn22 vbr av-j po22 n1, cc av-j vvb po22 n2 av: av pn22 vbr av-j j-jn n2:
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
675
you dwell alone, and are not like to other people.
you dwell alone, and Are not like to other people.
pn22 vvb av-j, cc vbr xx av-j p-acp j-jn n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
676
And as the sons of Kings and Nobles, differ from the sons of other men, they have another kinde of garb, and habit, and behaviour:
And as the Sons of Kings and Nobles, differ from the Sons of other men, they have Another kind of garb, and habit, and behaviour:
cc c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2-j, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, pns32 vhb j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
677
Even so the Sons of God, the King of Kings, do manifestly differ from the children of the world.
Even so the Sons of God, the King of Kings, do manifestly differ from the children of the world.
av-j av dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n2, vdb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
678
The Lord hath singled them, and drawn them out, and put them in another way;
The Lord hath singled them, and drawn them out, and put them in Another Way;
dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, cc vvn pno32 av, cc vvd pno32 p-acp j-jn n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
679
so that they are men of wonder in the world, their ways are of another fashion.
so that they Are men of wonder in the world, their ways Are of Another fashion.
av cst pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 n2 vbr a-acp j-jn n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
680
And this declareth them to be the children of the High God;
And this Declareth them to be the children of the High God;
cc d vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt j np1;
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
681
he owns them only upon this condition, as you may see, 2 Cor. 6.17, 18. Come out (saith God) and be ye separate, and I will be a father to you,
he owns them only upon this condition, as you may see, 2 Cor. 6.17, 18. Come out (Says God) and be you separate, and I will be a father to you,
pns31 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp d n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd, crd vvb av (vvz np1) cc vbb pn22 vvb, cc pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22,
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
682
and you shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord God almighty.and you shall be my Sons and daughters, Says the Lord God almighty.
cc pn22 vmb vbi po11 n2 cc n2, vvz dt n1 np1 j-jn.
(10) part (DIV2)
106
Page 25
683
Now (my beloved) are you thus come out and separated from the world? which lies in wickedness, as the Apostle speaks;
Now (my Beloved) Are you thus come out and separated from the world? which lies in wickedness, as the Apostle speaks;
av (po11 j-vvn) vbr pn22 av vvb av cc vvn p-acp dt n1? r-crq vvz p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz;
(10) part (DIV2)
107
Page 25
684
have you left your old haunts, your old courses, your old Companions and Associates with whom you ran out formerly to the same excess of riot? are you accounted gazing stocks,
have you left your old haunts, your old courses, your old Sodales and Associates with whom you ran out formerly to the same excess of riot? Are you accounted gazing stocks,
vhb pn22 vvn po22 j n2, po22 j n2, po22 j n2 cc n2 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvd av av-j p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1? vbr pn22 vvn vvg n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
107
Page 25
685
and wonders to the world, because you are so different from them in all your ways? And can you say in the uprightness of your hearts, that this your singular and holy walking, is not in shew,
and wonders to the world, Because you Are so different from them in all your ways? And can you say in the uprightness of your hearts, that this your singular and holy walking, is not in show,
cc n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vbr av j p-acp pno32 p-acp d po22 n2? cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cst d po22 j cc j n-vvg, vbz xx p-acp n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
107
Page 25
686
and in hypocrisie, but in sincerity, and truth? you may assure your selves, you are the sons and daughters of the Lord God Almighty.
and in hypocrisy, but in sincerity, and truth? you may assure your selves, you Are the Sons and daughters of the Lord God Almighty.
cc p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc n1? pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2, pn22 vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 j-jn.
(10) part (DIV2)
107
Page 25
687
But if you walk according to the course and fashion of the world, if you be carried down the stream with the times,
But if you walk according to the course and fashion of the world, if you be carried down the stream with the times,
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn22 vbb vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2,
(10) part (DIV2)
108
Page 25
688
and with the places where you live;
and with the places where you live;
cc p-acp dt n2 c-crq pn22 vvb;
(10) part (DIV2)
108
Page 25
689
if you have fellowship with the unfruitfull works of darkness, hear what the Apostle says, 1 John 3.10. you have discovered whose you are, and to whom you appertain.
if you have fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, hear what the Apostle Says, 1 John 3.10. you have discovered whose you Are, and to whom you appertain.
cs pn22 vhb n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pn22 vhb vvn r-crq pn22 vbr, cc p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvb.
(10) part (DIV2)
108
Page 25
690
By this the children of God are manifest, and the ch•ldren of the Devil. He that doth not righteousness is not of God:
By this the children of God Are manifest, and the ch•ldren of the devil. He that does not righteousness is not of God:
p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. pns31 cst vdz xx n1 vbz xx pp-f np1:
(10) part (DIV2)
108
Page 25
691
he is none of Gods children. If God be your Father, and you be his children:
he is none of God's children. If God be your Father, and you be his children:
pns31 vbz pi pp-f npg1 n2. cs np1 vbb po22 n1, cc pn22 vbb po31 n2:
(10) part (DIV2)
108
Page 25
692
you have a dear affection to those who are his children, as your selves are. There is a tender Love, a sweet agreement between you and your fellow brethren.
you have a dear affection to those who Are his children, as your selves Are. There is a tender Love, a sweet agreement between you and your fellow brothers.
pn22 vhb dt j-jn n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr po31 n2, c-acp po22 n2 vbr. pc-acp vbz dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp pn22 cc po22 n1 n2.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
693
If any difference fall out, then say as Abraham once to Lot, Let there be no strife between us,
If any difference fallen out, then say as Abraham once to Lot, Let there be no strife between us,
cs d n1 vvi av, av vvb p-acp np1 a-acp p-acp n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp pno12,
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
694
for we are brethren, Gen. 13.18. Let brotherly love continue, Hebr. 1.12.for we Are brothers, Gen. 13.18. Let brotherly love continue, Hebrew 1.12.
c-acp pns12 vbr n2, np1 crd. vvb av-j n1 vvi, np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
695
And the defect of this affection, on the other side, is an apparent evidence of non-adoption,
And the defect of this affection, on the other side, is an apparent evidence of non-adoption,
cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1,
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
696
as you may see, 1. Joh. 3.10.
as you may see, 1. John 3.10.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
697
he that doth not righteousness is not of God (saith the Apostle) the meaning is, he is not the childe of God,
he that does not righteousness is not of God (Says the Apostle) the meaning is, he is not the child of God,
pns31 cst vdz xx n1 vbz xx pp-f np1 (vvz dt n1) dt n1 vbz, pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1,
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
698
and he that loveth not his brother:
and he that loves not his brother:
cc pns31 cst vvz xx po31 n1:
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
699
what think we then of those, whose sons are they, who hate and trouble and disquiet those, who are indeed the Sons of God,
what think we then of those, whose Sons Are they, who hate and trouble and disquiet those, who Are indeed the Sons of God,
r-crq vvb pns12 av pp-f d, rg-crq n2 vbr pns32, r-crq n1 cc vvi cc vvi d, r-crq vbr av dt n2 pp-f np1,
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
700
and work them all the woe and mischief they can, and that because they are so like God,
and work them all the woe and mischief they can, and that Because they Are so like God,
cc vvi pno32 d dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb, cc d c-acp pns32 vbr av av-j np1,
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
701
because they bear the image of God, and the clear impressions of his Holiness upon them? If they will know their pedegree, they are the Children of the Devil;
Because they bear the image of God, and the clear impressions of his Holiness upon them? If they will know their pedigree, they Are the Children of the devil;
c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32? cs pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 25
702
they are the seed of the old Serpent, between whom and the womans seed, the Lord hath put an unreconcileable and Endless Enmity and Opposition.
they Are the seed of the old Serpent, between whom and the woman's seed, the Lord hath put an unreconcilable and Endless Enmity and Opposition.
pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq cc dt ng1 n1, dt n1 vhz vvn dt j cc j n1 cc n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 26
703
And therefore let not such (while they continue in this way of opposition to the Saints) presume to come to God, and call him Father.
And Therefore let not such (while they continue in this Way of opposition to the Saints) presume to come to God, and call him Father.
cc av vvb xx d (cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2) vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb pno31 n1.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 26
726
Secondly, You have the matter of it, or the thing which he desireth of the Father,
Secondly, You have the matter of it, or the thing which he Desires of the Father,
ord, pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
117
Page 26
704
For if they do, they fall into the sin of Ananias in another way, Acts 5.4. they lye to God.
For if they do, they fallen into the since of Ananias in Another Way, Acts 5.4. they lie to God.
p-acp cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n1, n2 crd. pns32 vvb p-acp np1.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 26
705
And they have cause to fear that he will even strike them dead before him.
And they have cause to Fear that he will even strike them dead before him.
cc pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb av vvi pno32 j p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
109
Page 26
706
But if you find within you working and warm affections to your fellow-brethren, if your hearts be mightily and vehemently carried out to such,
But if you find within you working and warm affections to your Fellow brethren, if your hearts be mightily and vehemently carried out to such,
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn22 vvg cc j n2 p-acp po22 n2, cs po22 n2 vbb av-j cc av-j vvd av p-acp d,
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
707
and that because you see the Image of your Father shining in them, and even as God is,
and that Because you see the Image of your Father shining in them, and even as God is,
cc d c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vvg p-acp pno32, cc av c-acp np1 vbz,
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
708
even such are they in this world;
even such Are they in this world;
av d vbr pns32 p-acp d n1;
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
709
They are so like him whom you love transcendently, and incomparably more then all the world besides, that you cannot choose but love them,
They Are so like him whom you love transcendently, and incomparably more then all the world beside, that you cannot choose but love them,
pns32 vbr av av-j pno31 ro-crq pn22 vvb av-j, cc av-j av-dc cs d dt n1 a-acp, cst pn22 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno32,
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
710
and affect them dearly too, for his sake, and in reference to him: So that your delight is in them, yea all your delight is in them:
and affect them dearly too, for his sake, and in Referente to him: So that your delight is in them, yea all your delight is in them:
cc vvi pno32 av-jn av, p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: av cst po22 n1 vbz p-acp pno32, uh d po22 n1 vbz p-acp pno32:
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
711
You find no pleasure, or complacency in any other Company but such as theirs is:
You find no pleasure, or complacency in any other Company but such as theirs is:
pn22 vvb dx n1, cc n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp d p-acp png32 vbz:
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
712
I say (my brethren) if you love them thus, and upon this account, it is a comfortable sign that God is a Father to you,
I say (my brothers) if you love them thus, and upon this account, it is a comfortable Signen that God is a Father to you,
pns11 vvb (po11 n2) cs pn22 vvb pno32 av, cc p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22,
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
713
and you may look upon him as a Father, when you are making your petitions to him.
and you may look upon him as a Father, when you Are making your petitions to him.
cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn22 vbr vvg po22 n2 p-acp pno31.
(10) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
714
John 17.1. The hour is come, &c.
John 17.1. The hour is come, etc.
np1 crd. dt n1 vbz vvn, av
(11) part (DIV2)
110
Page 26
715
ANd thus far of the object of our Saviours prayer, or the person to whom he presents it to,
ANd thus Far of the Object of our Saviors prayer, or the person to whom he presents it to,
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp,
(11) part (DIV2)
112
Page 26
716
and that as you have heard, is God the Father.
and that as you have herd, is God the Father.
cc d c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbz np1 dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
112
Page 26
717
Proceed we to the parts of it, which have been noted to be two according to the paties whom he prayes for.
Proceed we to the parts of it, which have been noted to be two according to the paties whom he prays for.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vbi crd vvg p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp.
(11) part (DIV2)
113
Page 26
718
In the first place he prayeth for himself the Head of the Church. And in the second place he prayes for the inferiour Members of the Church.
In the First place he Prayeth for himself the Head of the Church. And in the second place he prays for the inferior Members of the Church.
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
113
Page 26
719
First, For himself the Head of the Church, he desireth glorification; Then for the Members of the Church he desireth confirmation:
First, For himself the Head of the Church, he Desires glorification; Then for the Members of the Church he Desires confirmation:
ord, c-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz n1; av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
114
Page 26
720
and that for the Apostles and Disciples then about him, the Members of the present Church:
and that for the Apostles and Disciples then about him, the Members of the present Church:
cc cst p-acp dt n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
114
Page 26
721
or else for those who were after to believe by their word, or to be called by their preaching, the Members of the Church to come:
or Else for those who were After to believe by their word, or to be called by their preaching, the Members of the Church to come:
cc av p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 vvg, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi:
(11) part (DIV2)
114
Page 26
722
as I have shewed you formerly, when I drew up a short Analysis, or resolution of the whole Chapter.
as I have showed you formerly, when I drew up a short Analysis, or resolution of the Whole Chapter.
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j, c-crq pns11 vvd a-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
114
Page 26
723
We are at this time to begin with that part of our Saviours prayer which concerns himself;
We Are At this time to begin with that part of our Saviors prayer which concerns himself;
pns12 vbr p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 r-crq vvz px31;
(11) part (DIV2)
115
Page 26
724
In which you may take notice with me of these three things: the rise of it, the matter of it, and the reasons of it. First.
In which you may take notice with me of these three things: the rise of it, the matter of it, and the Reasons of it. First.
p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno11 pp-f d crd n2: dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31. ord.
(11) part (DIV2)
115
Page 26
725
You have here the rise of it, from whence our Saviour takes occasion to present it to his Father; The hour is come.
You have Here the rise of it, from whence our Saviour Takes occasion to present it to his Father; The hour is come.
pn22 vhb av dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp c-crq po12 n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1; dt n1 vbz vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
116
Page 26
728
Thirdly, you have the reasons of it, with which he presseth and enforceth this request of his,
Thirdly, you have the Reasons of it, with which he Presseth and enforceth this request of his,
ord, pn22 vhb dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31,
(11) part (DIV2)
118
Page 26
729
and they are many and of great importance, as God assisting, you shall see at large hereafter.
and they Are many and of great importance, as God assisting, you shall see At large hereafter.
cc pns32 vbr d cc pp-f j n1, c-acp np1 vvg, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j av.
(11) part (DIV2)
118
Page 26
730
At this time I shall fasten on the first Particular, the rise of this Petition of our Saviour, from whence he takes occasion to present it to his Father: The hour is come.
At this time I shall fasten on the First Particular, the rise of this Petition of our Saviour, from whence he Takes occasion to present it to his Father: The hour is come.
p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord j, dt n1 pp-f d vvb pp-f po12 n1, p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1: dt n1 vbz vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
119
Page 27
731
The hour is come; What hour is come? the hour in which the Father had decreed and fore-appointed to glorifie his Son Christ:The hour is come; What hour is come? the hour in which the Father had decreed and fore-appointed to Glorify his Son christ:
dt n1 vbz vvn; r-crq n1 vbz vvn? dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn cc j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1:
(11) part (DIV2)
120
Page 27
732
that hour was come, and therefore he desires his Father to execute his purpose now, seeing this was his own time.
that hour was come, and Therefore he Desires his Father to execute his purpose now, seeing this was his own time.
cst n1 vbds vvn, cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av, vvg d vbds po31 d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
120
Page 27
733
But you will say, the hour which was now at hand, was the hour of Christs Passion, in which he was abased and humbled,
But you will say, the hour which was now At hand, was the hour of Christ Passion, in which he was abased and humbled,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, dt n1 r-crq vbds av p-acp n1, vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvd cc vvn,
(11) part (DIV2)
121
Page 27
734
as you may see he was betrayed almost as soon as he had done this prayer.
as you may see he was betrayed almost as soon as he had done this prayer.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pns31 vbds vvn av c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vdn d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
121
Page 27
735
And how then could this be the hour, in which he was appointed to be glorified of the Father?
And how then could this be the hour, in which he was appointed to be glorified of the Father?
cc q-crq av vmd d vbi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1?
(11) part (DIV2)
121
Page 27
736
To this I answer, that Christ was glorified in some respect, even while he suffered, he triumphed upon the Cross,
To this I answer, that christ was glorified in Some respect, even while he suffered, he triumphed upon the Cross,
p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, av cs pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
737
as the Apostle Paul speaks, Col. 2.15. blotting out the hand-writing that was against us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his Cross;
as the Apostle Paul speaks, Col. 2.15. blotting out the handwriting that was against us, and took it out of the Way, nailing it to his Cross;
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. vvg av dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno12, cc vvd pn31 av pp-f dt n1, vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
738
And having spoyled Principalities and Powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it, that is in the same Cross.And having spoiled Principalities and Powers, he made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it, that is in the same Cross.
cc vhg vvn n2 cc n2, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32 av-j, vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31, cst vbz p-acp dt d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
739
The word that the Apostle uses there, alludeth to the fashion of the Roman Conquerours, whose manner was to lead their vanquished Captives bound before their Chariots in a glorious way, the people gratulating their heroick acts and Victories with loud and joyful acclamations.
The word that the Apostle uses there, alludeth to the fashion of the Roman Conquerors, whose manner was to led their vanquished Captives bound before their Chariots in a glorious Way, the people gratulating their heroic acts and Victories with loud and joyful acclamations.
dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz a-acp, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, rg-crq n1 vbds pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvn n2-jn vvd p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvg po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp j cc j n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
740
Our Saviour having spoyled Principalities and Powers, did somewhat Analogical to this, and hence the terms by which those ancient Roman Triumphs were expressed, are attributed to him, NONLATINALPHABET, he made a shew of them openly, that is, he brought them to extream dishonour,
Our Saviour having spoiled Principalities and Powers, did somewhat Analogical to this, and hence the terms by which those ancient Roman Triumphos were expressed, Are attributed to him,, he made a show of them openly, that is, he brought them to extreme dishonour,
po12 n1 vhg vvn n2 cc n2, vdd av j p-acp d, cc av dt n2 p-acp r-crq d j njp n2 vbdr vvn, vbr vvn p-acp pno31,, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32 av-j, cst vbz, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp j-jn n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
741
and made them spectacles of ignominy and reproach, and gazing-stocks of shame, to men and Angels:
and made them spectacles of ignominy and reproach, and gazing-stocks of shame, to men and Angels:
cc vvd pno32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 cc n2:
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
742
and this he did upon the very Cross. Its true that to a carnal Eye, this was the place of his humiliation;
and this he did upon the very Cross. Its true that to a carnal Eye, this was the place of his humiliation;
cc d pns31 vdd p-acp dt j n1. po31 j cst p-acp dt j n1, d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
743
but to an eye of faith, it was the place of his triumphant Exaltation.
but to an eye of faith, it was the place of his triumphant Exaltation.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
744
The world sees nothing but dishonour in the Cross of Christ, but they that are enlightned, see the great work of mans redemption finished there,
The world sees nothing but dishonour in the Cross of christ, but they that Are enlightened, see the great work of men redemption finished there,
dt n1 vvz pix cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns32 cst vbr vvn, vvb dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vvn a-acp,
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
745
sin and his kingdom broken there, and the Devil vanquished, and led captive there, to Christs eternal honour,
since and his Kingdom broken there, and the devil vanquished, and led captive there, to Christ Eternal honour,
n1 cc po31 n1 vvn a-acp, cc dt n1 vvn, cc vvd j-jn a-acp, p-acp npg1 j n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
746
and their eternal ignominy and confufion.
and their Eternal ignominy and confufion.
cc po32 j n1 cc n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
747
So that even with respect to this, (this time of suffering on the Cross) our Saviour Christ might say, The hour is come, Father, glorifie thy Son.
So that even with respect to this, (this time of suffering on the Cross) our Saviour christ might say, The hour is come, Father, Glorify thy Son.
av cst av p-acp n1 p-acp d, (d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1) po12 n1 np1 vmd vvi, dt n1 vbz vvn, n1, vvi po21 n1
(11) part (DIV2)
122
Page 27
748
Or if you look a little further, to the time of his ascention and entrance into glory, that hour was not far off;
Or if you look a little further, to the time of his Ascension and Entrance into glory, that hour was not Far off;
cc cs pn22 vvb dt j av-jc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 vbds xx av-j a-acp;
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
749
and that perhaps our Saviour Christ might aim at in my Text. However, this is evident, that that which he desireth here, he prays may be effected,
and that perhaps our Saviour christ might aim At in my Text. However, this is evident, that that which he Desires Here, he prays may be effected,
cc cst av po12 n1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp po11 np1 c-acp, d vbz j, cst d r-crq pns31 vvz av, pns31 vvz vmb vbi vvn,
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
750
and accomplished in his Fathers time.
and accomplished in his Father's time.
cc vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
751
And this he makes the ground of his Petition, Father, the hour is come, the time which thou hast fore-appointed to glorifie me in;
And this he makes the ground of his Petition, Father, the hour is come, the time which thou hast fore-appointed to Glorify me in;
cc d pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb, n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 j pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp;
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
752
And therefore I beseech thee do it now;
And Therefore I beseech thee do it now;
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 vdb pn31 av;
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
753
thou hast a time for this great work of thine, and this is the very time, the very hour, the hour is come. Were it not so, I would not seek it,
thou hast a time for this great work of thine, and this is the very time, the very hour, the hour is come. Were it not so, I would not seek it,
pns21 vh2 dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png21, cc d vbz dt j n1, dt j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn. vbdr pn31 xx av, pns11 vmd xx vvi pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
754
or desire it of thee, but seeing this is thy season, now Father glorifie thy son.
or desire it of thee, but seeing this is thy season, now Father Glorify thy son.
cc vvb pn31 pp-f pno21, cc-acp vvg d vbz po21 n1, av n1 vvi po21 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
755
So that the Point suggested here, is this.
So that the Point suggested Here, is this.
av cst dt n1 vvd av, vbz d.
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 27
756
DOCTRINE. God hath his time to do his Actions in, and he should not be desired to do them any other time.DOCTRINE. God hath his time to do his Actions in, and he should not be desired to do them any other time.
n1. np1 vhz po31 n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp, cc pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
123
Page 28
757
First, He hath his times to do his actions in, that is the first thing in the Point.
First, He hath his times to do his actions in, that is the First thing in the Point.
ord, pns31 vhz po31 n2 pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp, cst vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
758
He hath his hour, a certain set and fixed season for any business that he hath to do:
He hath his hour, a certain Set and fixed season for any business that he hath to do:
pns31 vhz po31 n1, dt j vvn cc j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi:
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
759
he hath a time for works of Justice, and you see that place for instance, Jer. 51.33. It is time to thresh her (saith the Lord of Babylon. ) And so their feet shall slide in due time, speaking of ungodly men, Deut. 32.35.
he hath a time for works of justice, and you see that place for instance, Jer. 51.33. It is time to thresh her (Says the Lord of Babylon.) And so their feet shall slide in due time, speaking of ungodly men, Deuteronomy 32.35.
pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 (vvz dt n1 pp-f np1.) cc av po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, vvg pp-f j n2, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
760
He hath his time for works of Mercy, as it is observed of Joseph, Psal. 105.18, 19. his feet they hurt with fetters, he was laid in irons,
He hath his time for works of Mercy, as it is observed of Joseph, Psalm 105.18, 19. his feet they hurt with fetters, he was laid in irons,
pns31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd po31 n2 pns32 vvd p-acp n2, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
761
until the time which God had fore-appointed came.
until the time which God had fore-appointed Come.
c-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd j vvd.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
762
And as soon as that was come, the Lord so ordered things, that the King sent and loosed him;
And as soon as that was come, the Lord so ordered things, that the King sent and loosed him;
cc c-acp av c-acp d vbds vvn, dt n1 av vvd n2, cst dt n1 vvd cc vvd pno31;
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
763
the Rulers of the people let him go free, as it is added there in that place.
the Rulers of the people let him go free, as it is added there in that place.
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31 vvi j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
764
And hence the Lord is said to wait in Scripture that he may be gracious, as in that known place, Isa. 30.18.
And hence the Lord is said to wait in Scripture that he may be gracious, as in that known place, Isaiah 30.18.
cc av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi j, c-acp p-acp cst j-vvn n1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
765
Now he that waits to do a thing, looks for a fit time: Thou shalt arise and have mercy upon Sion; saith the Psalmist, Psal. 102.13.
Now he that waits to do a thing, looks for a fit time: Thou shalt arise and have mercy upon Sion; Says the Psalmist, Psalm 102.13.
av pns31 cst vvz pc-acp vdi dt n1, vvz p-acp dt j n1: pns21 vm2 vvi cc vhb n1 p-acp np1; vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
766
For the time to favour her, yea, the set time is come; so that you see God hath his time to do his actions in.
For the time to favour her, yea, the Set time is come; so that you see God hath his time to do his actions in.
p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, uh, dt j-vvn n1 vbz vvn; av cst pn22 vvb np1 vhz po31 n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp.
(11) part (DIV2)
124
Page 28
767
Now for the second Member of the point, He should not be desired to do them any other time.
Now for the second Member of the point, He should not be desired to do them any other time.
av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
768
This is apparently suggested in this Petition of our Saviours in my Text. Father, the hour is come, now glorifie thy Son: q. d.
This is apparently suggested in this Petition of our Saviors in my Text. Father, the hour is come, now Glorify thy Son: q. worser.
d vbz av-j vvn p-acp d vvb pp-f po12 ng1 n1 po11 np1 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, av vvi po21 n1: vvd. sy.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
769
If thy appointed season were not come, I would not seek to have thee glorifie me at this time:
If thy appointed season were not come, I would not seek to have thee Glorify me At this time:
cs po21 j-vvn n1 vbdr xx vvn, pns11 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vhi pno21 vvi pno11 p-acp d n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
770
I would not have thee do it for me now, unless this were thy hour; But since the constituted hour is come, Lord, bring thy purpose into act and execution.
I would not have thee do it for me now, unless this were thy hour; But since the constituted hour is come, Lord, bring thy purpose into act and execution.
pns11 vmd xx vhi pno21 vdi pn31 p-acp pno11 av, cs d vbdr po21 n1; cc-acp c-acp dt vvn n1 vbz vvn, n1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
771
Our Saviour is in this our pattern, whom we ought to follow.
Our Saviour is in this our pattern, whom we ought to follow.
po12 n1 vbz p-acp d po12 n1, ro-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
772
And hence the Saints in their Petitions have left God to his own time, and sought for mercies from him in his own season.
And hence the Saints in their Petitions have left God to his own time, and sought for Mercies from him in his own season.
cc av dt n2 p-acp po32 n2 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvd p-acp n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
773
As Daniel, when he found by books, that is, the Book of Jeremy, and other Books, that the appointed return of the Jews out of the Babylonian thraldom and Captivity was neer at hand, he set himself to seek the Lord at that time, Dan. 9.3.
As daniel, when he found by books, that is, the Book of Jeremiah, and other Books, that the appointed return of the jews out of the Babylonian thraldom and Captivity was near At hand, he Set himself to seek the Lord At that time, Dan. 9.3.
p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j-jn n2, cst dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt np2 av pp-f dt jp n1 cc n1 vbds av-j p-acp n1, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
774
And David in the fore-alledged Text, he prays for mercy to be shewed to Sion. But when? when the set time was come.
And David in the fore-alleged Text, he prays for mercy to be showed to Sion. But when? when the Set time was come.
np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. p-acp q-crq? c-crq dt j-vvn n1 vbds vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
125
Page 28
775
I would not spend my time in the further confirmation of so clear a truth. Let me but add two Reasons;
I would not spend my time in the further confirmation of so clear a truth. Let me but add two Reasons;
pns11 vmd xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f av j dt n1. vvb pno11 p-acp vvi crd n2;
(11) part (DIV2)
126
Page 28
776
God hath his time to do his actions in, and he should not be desired to do them any other time.
God hath his time to do his actions in, and he should not be desired to do them any other time.
np1 vhz po31 n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp, cc pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
126
Page 28
777
For, First, Let our desires be what they will, he will not be prevailed withall to do them any other time.
For, First, Let our Desires be what they will, he will not be prevailed withal to do them any other time.
p-acp, ord, vvb po12 n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn av pc-acp vdi pno32 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
126
Page 28
778
Or Secondly, if we could prevail with him, it were not best that he should do them any other time.
Or Secondly, if we could prevail with him, it were not best that he should do them any other time.
cc ord, cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, pn31 vbdr xx av-js cst pns31 vmd vdi pno32 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
126
Page 28
779
Let our desires be what they will, God will not be prevailed withall, to do his works in any other time then that which he hath fore-appointed and decreed:
Let our Desires be what they will, God will not be prevailed withal, to do his works in any other time then that which he hath fore-appointed and decreed:
vvb po12 n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, np1 vmb xx vbi vvn av, pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp d j-jn n1 av cst r-crq pns31 vhz j cc vvn:
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 28
780
so that it were a vain and idle thing to labour to divert him from his own season.
so that it were a vain and idle thing to labour to divert him from his own season.
av cst pn31 vbdr dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 28
781
We that are men, are often turned from our purpose;
We that Are men, Are often turned from our purpose;
pns12 cst vbr n2, vbr av vvn p-acp po12 n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 28
782
we do not that which we resolve to do, or else we do not act it then when we resolve to do it, because our resolutions alter;
we do not that which we resolve to do, or Else we do not act it then when we resolve to do it, Because our resolutions altar;
pns12 vdb xx d r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi, cc av pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 av c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31, c-acp po12 n2 vvi;
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 28
783
we are perswaded and convinced that some other season will be better.
we Are persuaded and convinced that Some other season will be better.
pns12 vbr vvn cc vvd cst d j-jn n1 vmb vbi jc.
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 28
784
But God for his part is not changeable, he is not as man that he should lye,
But God for his part is not changeable, he is not as man that he should lie,
p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz xx j, pns31 vbz xx p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi,
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
785
nor as the son of man that he should repent; Numb. 23.19. That he should so repent as man, by changing of his mind, or varying from his former resolution.
nor as the son of man that he should Repent; Numb. 23.19. That he should so Repent as man, by changing of his mind, or varying from his former resolution.
ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi; j. crd. cst pns31 vmd av vvi p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 j n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
786
And this is that the Psalmist beats upon, Psal. 102. He observes all other things and persons in the world,
And this is that the Psalmist beats upon, Psalm 102. He observes all other things and Persons in the world,
cc d vbz d dt n1 vvz p-acp, np1 crd pns31 vvz d j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
787
and finds that they are variable and inconstant, they are on, and off again; But as for God, he finds it otherwise with him;
and finds that they Are variable and inconstant, they Are on, and off again; But as for God, he finds it otherwise with him;
cc vvz cst pns32 vbr j cc j, pns32 vbr a-acp, cc a-acp av; cc-acp c-acp p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pn31 av p-acp pno31;
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
788
though they be changeable, he is not so: No, saith the Prophet there, thou art the same;
though they be changeable, he is not so: No, Says the Prophet there, thou art the same;
cs pns32 vbb j, pns31 vbz xx av: uh-dx, vvz dt n1 a-acp, pns21 vb2r dt d;
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
789
and what doth he infer upon it? why therefore all the good, and all the mercy that he hath resolved upon, with reference to his people, he will accomplish in the set time.
and what does he infer upon it? why Therefore all the good, and all the mercy that he hath resolved upon, with Referente to his people, he will accomplish in the Set time.
cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? uh-crq av d dt j, cc d dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
790
Thou shalt endure O Lord (saith he) and that for ever. And what follows? Thou shalt arise, and have mercy on Sion, Thou shalt endure Oh Lord (Says he) and that for ever. And what follows? Thou shalt arise, and have mercy on Sion,
pns21 vm2 vvi uh n1 (vvz pns31) cc cst p-acp av. cc r-crq vvz? pns21 vm2 vvi, cc vhb n1 p-acp np1,
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
791
for the set time is come. for the Set time is come.
p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vbz vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
127
Page 29
792
God hath his set time to do his actions in, and he should not be desired to do them any other time;
God hath his Set time to do his actions in, and he should not be desired to do them any other time;
np1 vhz po31 j-vvn n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp, cc pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 d j-jn n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
793
because if we could prevail in such a case, it were not best that he should do them any other time.
Because if we could prevail in such a case, it were not best that he should do them any other time.
c-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vbdr xx av-js cst pns31 vmd vdi pno32 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
794
He always pitcheth on the fit, best, and the opportunest seasons for his Works:
He always pitcheth on the fit, best, and the opportunest seasons for his Works:
pns31 av vvz p-acp dt j, js, cc dt vv2 n2 p-acp po31 vvz:
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
795
As he hath his times for them, so those times are the best times, whether they be Works of Justice, or of Mercy.
As he hath his times for them, so those times Are the best times, whither they be Works of justice, or of Mercy.
c-acp pns31 vhz po31 n2 p-acp pno32, av d n2 vbr dt js n2, cs pns32 vbb vvz pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
796
And hence the season and opportunity in which he doth them both, is stiled the due time.
And hence the season and opportunity in which he does them both, is styled the due time.
cc av dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz pno32 d, vbz vvn dt j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
797
For Works of Justice, their feet shall slide in due time; Deut. 32.35. For Works of Mercy, in due time you shall reap, if you faint not: Gal. 6.9. We that are men do usually mistake our time, we miss our opportunity:
For Works of justice, their feet shall slide in due time; Deuteronomy 32.35. For Works of Mercy, in due time you shall reap, if you faint not: Gal. 6.9. We that Are men do usually mistake our time, we miss our opportunity:
p-acp vvz pp-f n1, po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1; np1 crd. p-acp vvz pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn n1 pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb xx: np1 crd. pns12 cst vbr n2 vdb av-j vvi po12 n1, pns12 vvb po12 n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
798
Man knoweth not his time, saith Solomon, Eccles. 9.12. and therefore he is snared in an evil time, that fals suddenly upon him: Man Knoweth not his time, Says Solomon, Eccles. 9.12. and Therefore he is snared in an evil time, that falls suddenly upon him:
n1 vvz xx po31 n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vvz av-j p-acp pno31:
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
799
He knoweth not the good time, and therefore he is snared in an evil time, that comes upon him suddenly,
He Knoweth not the good time, and Therefore he is snared in an evil time, that comes upon him suddenly,
pns31 vvz xx dt j n1, cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vvz p-acp pno31 av-j,
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
800
as a snare upon a Bird, in which he is entangled, and involv'd, and so is disappointed of his purpose.
as a snare upon a Bird, in which he is entangled, and involved, and so is disappointed of his purpose.
c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn, cc vvn, cc av vbz vvn pp-f po31 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
801
But it is not so with God, he knows his time, and fixes on it, so as none but he can do it.
But it is not so with God, he knows his time, and fixes on it, so as none but he can do it.
p-acp pn31 vbz xx av p-acp np1, pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31, av c-acp pix cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31.
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
802
And hence is that Expostulation, Jer. 49.19. Who will appoint me the time? q.d. whoever doth it, will be very much mistaken:
And hence is that Expostulation, Jer. 49.19. Who will appoint me the time? Q.d whoever does it, will be very much mistaken:
cc av vbz d n1, np1 crd. q-crq vmb vvi pno11 dt n1? n1 r-crq vdz pn31, vmb vbi av av-d vvn:
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
803
The time which I appoint is best, and none can do it like me:
The time which I appoint is best, and none can do it like me:
dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb vbz js, cc pix vmb vdi pn31 vvi pno11:
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
804
and therefore certainly if we were able, it were not best to turn him from it,
and Therefore Certainly if we were able, it were not best to turn him from it,
cc av av-j cs pns12 vbdr j, pn31 vbdr xx av-js pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
805
nor to prevail with him to do his work in any other time. This shall suffice for clearing of the Observation; proceed we now to Application.
nor to prevail with him to do his work in any other time. This shall suffice for clearing of the Observation; proceed we now to Application.
ccx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi po31 n1 p-acp d j-jn n1. d vmb vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1; vvb pns12 av p-acp n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
128
Page 29
806
And this may serve for Reprehension in the first place to check and censure those who take upon them to appoint God a time for execution of his Works of Mercy, or his Works of Justice.
And this may serve for Reprehension in the First place to check and censure those who take upon them to appoint God a time for execution of his Works of Mercy, or his Works of justice.
cc d vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq vvb p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f png31 vvz pp-f n1, cc po31 vvz pp-f n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
807
They do not come to God as our Saviour in my Text, Father, the hour is come, now glorifie thy Son:
They do not come to God as our Saviour in my Text, Father, the hour is come, now Glorify thy Son:
pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, av vvi po21 n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
808
now shew mercy to thy Church; now execute thy wrath upon the persecutors and oppressors of the Church:
now show mercy to thy Church; now execute thy wrath upon the persecutors and Oppressors's of the Church:
av vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1; av vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
809
No, he must do it presently, whether his time be come, or no:
No, he must do it presently, whither his time be come, or no:
uh-dx, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-j, cs po31 n1 vbi vvn, cc dx:
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
810
they have not so much patience and humility to wait upon him, and leave him to his own time:
they have not so much patience and humility to wait upon him, and leave him to his own time:
pns32 vhb xx av av-d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 p-acp po31 d n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
811
they cannot tarry for him one hour.
they cannot tarry for him one hour.
pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 crd n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
812
This was the Mistake of Mary; she would needs direct our Saviour when to work his Miracles,
This was the Mistake of Marry; she would needs Direct our Saviour when to work his Miracles,
d vbds dt n1 pp-f uh; pns31 vmd av vvi po12 n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
813
before his hour, or time was come. John 2.4.
before his hour, or time was come. John 2.4.
p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 vbds vvn. np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
814
And we poor Creatures are so sawcy, and so bold sometimes, to tell the Lord when he must shew us such a favour,
And we poor Creatures Are so saucy, and so bold sometime, to tell the Lord when he must show us such a favour,
cc pns12 j n2 vbr av j, cc av j av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno12 d dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
815
when he must give us such a mercy:
when he must give us such a mercy:
c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno12 d dt n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 29
816
if he delay, and if he linger beyond the time that we appoint him, we are gone, we cannot wait upon him any longer:
if he Delay, and if he linger beyond the time that we appoint him, we Are gone, we cannot wait upon him any longer:
cs pns31 vvb, cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vvb pno31, pns12 vbr vvn, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 d jc:
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
817
We send for his assistance, as it were by Post, and prescribe the Lord a day, as the Bethulians.
We send for his assistance, as it were by Post, and prescribe the Lord a day, as the Bethulians.
pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1, cc vvb dt n1 dt n1, c-acp dt njp2.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
818
And so upon the other side we appoint him when to deal against the enemies and persecutors of his people.
And so upon the other side we appoint him when to deal against the enemies and persecutors of his people.
cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns12 vvb pno31 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
819
We set him down a time, and we order him a season to wreake his vengeance, and his wrath upon them.
We Set him down a time, and we order him a season to wreak his vengeance, and his wrath upon them.
pns12 vvb pno31 a-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vvb pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp pno32.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
820
But what saith God? to me belongeth vengeance and recompence.
But what Says God? to me belongeth vengeance and recompense.
p-acp r-crq vvz np1? p-acp pno11 vvz n1 cc n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
821
This is a business that belongs to me, it appertaineth not to you to meddle with it.
This is a business that belongs to me, it appertaineth not to you to meddle with it.
d vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno11, pn31 vvz xx p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
822
Their feet shall slide in due time;
Their feet shall slide in due time;
po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
823
for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.
for the day of their calamity is At hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc dt n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno32 vvi n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
824
We are so earnest many times, that we would have him strike them presently, and tread down all his enemies that rise against him, and his cause and people;
We Are so earnest many times, that we would have him strike them presently, and tread down all his enemies that rise against him, and his cause and people;
pns12 vbr av j d n2, cst pns12 vmd vhi pno31 vvi pno32 av-j, cc vvb a-acp d po31 n2 cst vvb p-acp pno31, cc po31 n1 cc n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
825
and take an order with them out of hand;
and take an order with them out of hand;
cc vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32 av pp-f n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
826
But God is of another mind, he designs another time, and we do very ill to go about to turn him from it.
But God is of Another mind, he designs Another time, and we do very ill to go about to turn him from it.
cc-acp np1 vbz pp-f j-jn n1, pns31 n2 j-jn n1, cc pns12 vdb av av-jn pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31.
(11) part (DIV2)
129
Page 30
827
It is a bold intrusion on the property of God, on that which appertaineth and belongeth to him in the fore-alledged text.
It is a bold intrusion on the property of God, on that which appertaineth and belongeth to him in the fore-alleged text.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
130
Page 30
828
A snatching of the times and seasons out of his hands. And it is a high presumption;
A snatching of the times and seasons out of his hands. And it is a high presumption;
dt vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2 av pp-f po31 n2. cc pn31 vbz dt j n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
130
Page 30
829
for while we carry matters thus, we do at least imply that we are wiser then the Lord, that we can choose out fitter seasons for the accomplishment of his designs then he doth;
for while we carry matters thus, we do At least imply that we Are Wiser then the Lord, that we can choose out fitter seasons for the accomplishment of his designs then he does;
c-acp cs pns12 vvb n2 av, pns12 vdb p-acp ds vvb cst pns12 vbr jc cs dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi av jc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 av pns31 vdz;
(11) part (DIV2)
130
Page 30
830
which is a Blasphemy to be abhorred and trembled at by every Christian.
which is a Blasphemy to be abhorred and trembled At by every Christian.
r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp d njp.
(11) part (DIV2)
130
Page 30
831
And therefore in the second place (my brethren) since God hath his time to do his actions in it,
And Therefore in the second place (my brothers) since God hath his time to do his actions in it,
cc av p-acp dt ord n1 (po11 n2) c-acp np1 vhz po31 n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n2 p-acp pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
1229
You that are in any office, do not consider with your selves how you may carry matters,
You that Are in any office, do not Consider with your selves how you may carry matters,
pn22 cst vbr p-acp d n1, vdb xx vvi p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
837
If it be hid, then let us pray, Father, when the hour is come, do this or that against thy Enemies, do this or that for thy people;
If it be hid, then let us pray, Father, when the hour is come, do this or that against thy Enemies, do this or that for thy people;
cs pn31 vbb vvn, av vvb pno12 vvi, n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vdb d cc cst p-acp po21 n2, vdb d cc cst p-acp po21 n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
838
but still let us comply with his time, for the performance of any thing that we desire of him.
but still let us comply with his time, for the performance of any thing that we desire of him.
cc-acp av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst pns12 vvb pp-f pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
839
And this because in many cases it may seem to linger, and we may be apt to faint, I shall briefly set before you two or three Considerations, to uphold your hearts till your fathers hour comes.
And this Because in many cases it may seem to linger, and we may be apt to faint, I shall briefly Set before you two or three Considerations, to uphold your hearts till your Father's hour comes.
cc d c-acp p-acp d n2 pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22 crd cc crd n2, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp po22 ng1 n1 vvz.
(11) part (DIV2)
131
Page 30
840
Consider that the Father waites for the good hour as well as you. Do you wait to receive mercy? He waites to shew mercy.
Consider that the Father waits for the good hour as well as you. Do you wait to receive mercy? He waits to show mercy.
vvb cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 c-acp av c-acp pn22. vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi n1? pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
132
Page 30
841
Do you wait that he may be gracious? He waiteth that he may be gracious too, Isa. 30.18.
Do you wait that he may be gracious? He waits that he may be gracious too, Isaiah 30.18.
vdb pn22 vvi cst pns31 vmb vbi j? pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb vbi j av, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
132
Page 30
842
Why are you so impatient then? Why should not you be well contentted and pleased to wait as well as he? Shall all the waiting be on his side, none of yours? see if this be good reason.
Why Are you so impatient then? Why should not you be well contented and pleased to wait as well as he? Shall all the waiting be on his side, none of yours? see if this be good reason.
q-crq vbr pn22 av j av? q-crq vmd xx pn22 vbi av vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi c-acp av c-acp pns31? vmb d dt n-vvg vbi p-acp po31 n1, pix pp-f png22? vvb cs d vbb j n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
132
Page 30
843
Consider that till the Fathers hour of mercy come, he is preparing you for mercy, and preparing mercy for you.
Consider that till the Father's hour of mercy come, he is preparing you for mercy, and preparing mercy for you.
vvb cst p-acp dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1 vvn, pns31 vbz vvg pn22 p-acp n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp pn22.
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 30
844
He is not slack, as men count slackness, he hastens such a work of mercy as he seemeth to defer.
He is not slack, as men count slackness, he hastens such a work of mercy as he seems to defer.
pns31 vbz xx j, c-acp n2 vvb n1, pns31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi.
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 30
845
Many times the work is great, and there are many wheels that turn in it, and they must move about in time;
Many times the work is great, and there Are many wheels that turn in it, and they must move about in time;
av-d n2 dt n1 vbz j, cc pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vvb p-acp pn31, cc pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 30
846
too quick a motion would disorder all.
too quick a motion would disorder all.
av j dt n1 vmd vvi d.
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 30
847
The Lord hath many things to bring about in such a business, and therefore he goes onward with it slowly, by degrees,
The Lord hath many things to bring about in such a business, and Therefore he Goes onward with it slowly, by Degrees,
dt n1 vhz d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d dt n1, cc av pns31 vvz av p-acp pn31 av-j, p-acp n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 30
848
and so at length he brings it to perfection;
and so At length he brings it to perfection;
cc av p-acp n1 pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 30
849
He means to make a goodly structure, and therefore he is laying the foundation deep and low, that he may raise the frame of mercy and salvation which he means to build upon it high and firm, that it may never be removed again.
He means to make a goodly structure, and Therefore he is laying the Foundation deep and low, that he may raise the frame of mercy and salvation which he means to built upon it high and firm, that it may never be removed again.
pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc av pns31 vbz vvg dt n1 j-jn cc j, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 j cc j, cst pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn av.
(11) part (DIV2)
133
Page 31
850
Let us consider if the hour of mercy linger, that the fault is in our selves.
Let us Consider if the hour of mercy linger, that the fault is in our selves.
vvb pno12 vvi cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi, cst dt n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
851
Alas, God labours hard about us, but we are knotty peices, we will not suddenly be brought to any frame.
Alas, God labours hard about us, but we Are knotty Pieces, we will not suddenly be brought to any frame.
np1, np1 vvz av-j p-acp pno12, cc-acp pns12 vbr j n2, pns12 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
852
We are not qualified for a cure and extraordinary mercy by and by.
We Are not qualified for a cure and extraordinary mercy by and by.
pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp cc p-acp.
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
853
Oh what a task God hath to humble us, to make us sensible of undeservingness, to qualifie us so, that we may prize the mercy,
O what a task God hath to humble us, to make us sensible of undeservingness, to qualify us so, that we may prize the mercy,
uh r-crq dt n1 np1 vhz p-acp j pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 j pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 av, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
854
and use the mercy as we ought to do; So the while he is moulding us, and fitting us, he may complain of us,
and use the mercy as we ought to do; So the while he is moulding us, and fitting us, he may complain of us,
cc vvi dt n1 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi; av dt n1 pns31 vbz vvg pno12, cc vvg pno12, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f pno12,
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
855
as once he did of Israel, Will you never be made fit? when will it once be? We have such strong Corruptions in us that they will not be subdued:
as once he did of Israel, Will you never be made fit? when will it once be? We have such strong Corruptions in us that they will not be subdued:
c-acp a-acp pns31 vdd pp-f np1, vmb pn22 av-x vbi vvn j? q-crq vmb pn31 a-acp vbb? pns12 vhb d j n2 p-acp pno12 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn:
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
856
we have such proud and stubborn hearts that they will not be brought down;
we have such proud and stubborn hearts that they will not be brought down;
pns12 vhb d j cc j n2 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp;
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
857
So that if God be long about us, and if he keep us under hand, we have cause to thank our selves and the perversness of our own hearts.
So that if God be long about us, and if he keep us under hand, we have cause to thank our selves and the perverseness of our own hearts.
av cst cs np1 vbb j p-acp pno12, cc cs pns31 vvb pno12 p-acp n1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
134
Page 31
858
Let us consider that the fathers hour will come, in which he will shew us mercy.
Let us Consider that the Father's hour will come, in which he will show us mercy.
vvb pno12 vvi d dt ng1 n1 vmb vvi, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno12 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
859
He will arise and have mercy on Sion. The needy shall not alwayes be forgotten, nor the expectation of the poor fail for ever, Psal. 9.18.
He will arise and have mercy on Sion. The needy shall not always be forgotten, nor the expectation of the poor fail for ever, Psalm 9.18.
pns31 vmb vvi cc vhb n1 p-acp np1. dt j vmb xx av vbi vvn, ccx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 c-acp av, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
860
Though he hide himself, yet he will be a Saviour notwithstanding;
Though he hide himself, yet he will be a Saviour notwithstanding;
cs pns31 vvb px31, av pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 a-acp;
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
861
And therefore this let us depend and settle on, let us keep our hearts to this, with the poor afflicted Church, Isa. 25.9. Loe, this is our God, we have waited for him, and he will save us;
And Therefore this let us depend and settle on, let us keep our hearts to this, with the poor afflicted Church, Isaiah 25.9. Loe, this is our God, we have waited for him, and he will save us;
cc av d vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d, p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, np1 crd. np1, d vbz po12 n1, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12;
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
862
we will be glad in his salvation.
we will be glad in his salvation.
pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
863
You see how confident she is, she stands not upon Ifs and Ands. It is not peradventure,
You see how confident she is, she Stands not upon Ifs and Ands. It is not Peradventure,
pn22 vvb c-crq j pns31 vbz, pns31 vvz xx p-acp n2-cs cc np1 pn31 vbz xx av,
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
864
or it may be, or the like, but he will save us, and we will be glad, &c. The more the fathers hour lingers, the greater mercy it will bring with it:
or it may be, or the like, but he will save us, and we will be glad, etc. The more the Father's hour lingers, the greater mercy it will bring with it:
cc pn31 vmb vbi, cc dt j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12, cc pns12 vmb vbi j, av dt av-dc dt ng1 n1 vvz, dt jc n1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31:
(11) part (DIV2)
135
Page 31
865
the more will it abound with multiplyed overflowing comfort, when it comes.
the more will it abound with multiplied overflowing Comfort, when it comes.
dt av-dc vmb pn31 vvi p-acp vvn vvg n1, c-crq pn31 vvz.
(11) part (DIV2)
136
Page 31
866
Gods manner is to measure and proportion comforts to afflictions, to cherish and revive his people according to the daies in which he hath afflicted them,
God's manner is to measure and proportion comforts to afflictions, to cherish and revive his people according to the days in which he hath afflicted them,
npg1 n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32,
(11) part (DIV2)
136
Page 31
867
and according to the times in which their souls have seen sorrow, Psal. 90.15. That Proclamation is remarkeable, Isa. 40.1. Comfort. &c. comfort ye my people.
and according to the times in which their Souls have seen sorrow, Psalm 90.15. That Proclamation is remarkable, Isaiah 40.1. Comfort. etc. Comfort you my people.
cc vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vhb vvn n1, np1 crd. cst n1 vbz j, np1 crd. n1. av vvb pn22 po11 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
136
Page 31
868
It is repeated twice you see And why so? The reason is annexed, she hath received at the Lords hand double for her sins, she hath had double sorrow,
It is repeated twice you see And why so? The reason is annexed, she hath received At the lords hand double for her Sins, she hath had double sorrow,
pn31 vbz vvn av pn22 vvb cc q-crq av? dt n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 n1 j-jn p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vhz vhn j-jn n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
136
Page 31
869
and therefore now she shall have double comfort.
and Therefore now she shall have double Comfort.
cc av av pns31 vmb vhi j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
136
Page 31
870
And thus far of the rise of that part of our Saviours prayer which concerns himself, the ground on which he takes occasion to present it to his Father: The hour is come.
And thus Far of the rise of that part of our Saviors prayer which concerns himself, the ground on which he Takes occasion to present it to his Father: The hour is come.
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 r-crq vvz px31, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1: dt n1 vbz vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
137
Page 31
871
Proceed we to the matter of it, or the things which he desireth of the Father;
Proceed we to the matter of it, or the things which he Desires of the Father;
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
138
Page 31
872
and this is that he may be glorified. Father glorifie thy Son. There is no difficulty considerable in the words.
and this is that he may be glorified. Father Glorify thy Son. There is no difficulty considerable in the words.
cc d vbz cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn. n1 vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vbz dx n1 j p-acp dt n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
138
Page 31
874
But usually and in the ordinary acceptation of the Scripture, to Render glorious in the eyes of others,
But usually and in the ordinary acceptation of the Scripture, to Render glorious in the eyes of Others,
p-acp av-j cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn,
(11) part (DIV2)
139
Page 31
875
whether it be thing or person. And this is Evident by that which Christ desireth of his Father, under this expression.
whither it be thing or person. And this is Evident by that which christ Desires of his Father, under this expression.
cs pn31 vbb n1 cc n1. cc d vbz j p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
139
Page 31
876
He had abased himself you know, and made himself of no reputation, as the Apostle Paul speakes, Phil. 2.7. and now he prayes the Father, that he would advance him, and honour him again, that he would shew him forth in Lustre and in Splendour to the world.
He had abased himself you know, and made himself of no reputation, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Philip 2.7. and now he prays the Father, that he would advance him, and honour him again, that he would show him forth in Lustre and in Splendour to the world.
pns31 vhd vvd px31 pn22 vvb, cc vvd px31 pp-f dx n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc av pns31 vvz dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 av, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 av p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
139
Page 31
877
And that because the time of his abasure and humiliation was now drawing to an end,
And that Because the time of his abasure and humiliation was now drawing to an end,
cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vbds av vvg p-acp dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
139
Page 32
878
and the time of his advancement and exaltation was at hand, Father the hour is come, Glorifie thy Son.
and the time of his advancement and exaltation was At hand, Father the hour is come, glorify thy Son.
cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vbds p-acp n1, n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, vvb po21 n1
(11) part (DIV2)
139
Page 32
879
Now this petition of our Saviour intimates at least the Fathers purpose to glorifie his Son, &c. That he was resolved upon it,
Now this petition of our Saviour intimates At least the Father's purpose to Glorify his Son, etc. That he was resolved upon it,
av d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz p-acp ds dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
140
Page 32
880
and the hour in which to do it: both upon the thing, and time.
and the hour in which to do it: both upon the thing, and time.
cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vdi pn31: d p-acp dt n1, cc n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
140
Page 32
881
The hour is come in which thou hast decreed to glorifie me, and therefore I beseech thee Father, do it now, fullfill thy resolution and intention.
The hour is come in which thou hast decreed to Glorify me, and Therefore I beseech thee Father, do it now, fulfil thy resolution and intention.
dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vvi pno11, cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vdb pn31 av, vvi po21 n1 cc n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
140
Page 32
882
The hour is come, glorifie thy Son. So that the point apparently suggested here is this.The hour is come, Glorify thy Son. So that the point apparently suggested Here is this.
dt n1 vbz vvn, vvi po21 n1 av cst dt n1 av-j vvn av vbz d.
(11) part (DIV2)
140
Page 32
883
DOCTRINE. It hath been the Design and purpose of the Father, to glorifie his Son Christ.DOCTRINE. It hath been the Design and purpose of the Father, to Glorify his Son christ.
n1. pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1.
(11) part (DIV2)
140
Page 32
884
The Fathers resolution appeareth in the Sons Petition. For that which Christs desires, the Father wills.
The Father's resolution appears in the Sons Petition. For that which Christ Desires, the Father wills.
dt ng1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 vvb. p-acp d r-crq npg1 n2, dt n1 vvz.
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
885
Indeed he hath declared himself in this particular, that he would have him honoured with the self same honour, the same for nature,
Indeed he hath declared himself in this particular, that he would have him honoured with the self same honour, the same for nature,
av pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp d j, cst pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1 d n1, dt d p-acp n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
886
and the same for measure, which belongs to him, John 5.23. That all men should honour the Son even as they honour the Father.
and the same for measure, which belongs to him, John 5.23. That all men should honour the Son even as they honour the Father.
cc dt d p-acp n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, np1 crd. cst d n2 vmd vvi dt n1 av c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
887
And therefore he himself hath honoured Christ exceedingly, as you may see in the first Chapter of the Epistle to the Hebrews, almost from the beginning to the end.
And Therefore he himself hath honoured christ exceedingly, as you may see in the First Chapter of the Epistle to the Hebrews, almost from the beginning to the end.
cc av pns31 px31 vhz vvn np1 av-vvg, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
888
For that is the intention, and the purpose of the whole Chapter.
For that is the intention, and the purpose of the Whole Chapter.
p-acp d vbz dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
889
God hath in these latter dayes spoken to us by his Son, whom he hath made heir of all things, by whom he also made the world, who is the brightness of his glory,
God hath in these latter days spoken to us by his Son, whom he hath made heir of all things, by whom he also made the world, who is the brightness of his glory,
np1 vhz p-acp d d n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 av vvd dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
890
and the express, &c. being made better then the Angels;
and the express, etc. being made better then the Angels;
cc dt j, av vbg vvn jc cs dt n2;
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
891
for unto which of the Angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, &c. And again when he bringeth, &c. And of the Angels he saith, he maketh his Angels Spirits and his Ministers a flame of fire.
for unto which of the Angels said he At any time, Thou art my Son, etc. And again when he brings, etc. And of the Angels he Says, he makes his Angels Spirits and his Ministers a flame of fire.
c-acp p-acp r-crq pp-f dt n2 vvd pns31 p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r po11 n1, av cc av c-crq pns31 vvz, av cc pp-f dt n2 pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz po31 n2 n2 cc po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
909
and the Master of Christ, as being taken very much that he hath such a Son, and such a servant:
and the Master of christ, as being taken very much that he hath such a Son, and such a servant:
cc dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vbg vvn av av-d cst pns31 vhz d dt n1, cc d dt n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
1230
so that you may be commended and approved, for moderate, and meek, and quiet men;
so that you may be commended and approved, for moderate, and meek, and quiet men;
av cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, p-acp j, cc j, cc j-jn n2;
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
892
But of the Son, he saith, Thy throne Oh God is for ever, &c. And to which of the Angels said he at any time, Sit thou on my right hand, &c. you see the scope and drift of all is to advance and set up Jesus Christ transcendently, not only above other Creatures, but above the very Angels:
But of the Son, he Says, Thy throne O God is for ever, etc. And to which of the Angels said he At any time, Fit thou on my right hand, etc. you see the scope and drift of all is to advance and Set up jesus christ transcendently, not only above other Creatures, but above the very Angels:
p-acp pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz, po21 n1 uh np1 vbz p-acp av, av cc p-acp r-crq pp-f dt n2 vvd pns31 p-acp d n1, vvb pns21 p-acp po11 j-jn n1, av pn22 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp np1 np1 av-j, xx av-j p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j n2:
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
893
and the Apostle tells us to the same effect, that God the Father exalted him, for that is the expression, Phil. 2.9.
and the Apostle tells us to the same Effect, that God the Father exalted him, for that is the expression, Philip 2.9.
cc dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt d n1, cst np1 dt n1 vvn pno31, c-acp d vbz dt n1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
141
Page 32
894
Now this design and purpose of the Father to glorifie his Son Christ, appeareth evidently divers wayes, which I shall briefly set before you.
Now this Design and purpose of the Father to Glorify his Son christ, appears evidently diverse ways, which I shall briefly Set before you.
av d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1, vvz av-j j n2, r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22.
(11) part (DIV2)
142
Page 32
895
It appeareth by the honourable titles that he gives him, that he hath a mind to dignifie him, and to set him up.
It appears by the honourable titles that he gives him, that he hath a mind to dignify him, and to Set him up.
pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n2 cst pns31 vvz pno31, cst pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 32
896
Sometimes he calls him Prince, and great Prince, Michael the great Prince, Dan. 12.1. Sometimes King, his King, Yet have I set my King saith God the Father, Psal. 2.6. You see this is the name he gives him, and it is written on his thigh and on his vesture, that he that runs may read it, Apocalyps. 19.16. King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Sometime he calls him Prince, and great Prince, Michael the great Prince, Dan. 12.1. Sometime King, his King, Yet have I Set my King Says God the Father, Psalm 2.6. You see this is the name he gives him, and it is written on his thigh and on his vesture, that he that runs may read it, Apocalypse. 19.16. King of Kings, and Lord of lords.
av pns31 vvz pno31 n1, cc j n1, np1 dt j n1, np1 crd. av n1, po31 n1, av vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 vvz np1 dt n1, np1 crd. pn22 vvb d vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz pno31, cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi pn31, np1. crd. n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 32
897
Sometimes he calls him God, as you may see in the forealledged place, Heb. 1.8.
Sometime he calls him God, as you may see in the forealledged place, Hebrew 1.8.
av pns31 vvz pno31 np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvn n1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 32
898
Unto the Son he saith, (the Father saith,) Thy throne, Oh God, is for ever and ever.
Unto the Son he Says, (the Father Says,) Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever.
p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz, (dt n1 vvz,) po21 n1, uh np1, vbz p-acp av cc av.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 32
899
And sometimes Lord, not Elohim, or Adonai, which name is frequenlty applied to men, but Lord Jehovah, which name is proper and peculiar to the Living God only,
And sometime Lord, not Elohim, or Adonai, which name is frequenlty applied to men, but Lord Jehovah, which name is proper and peculiar to the Living God only,
cc av n1, xx vvi, cc np1, r-crq n1 vbz j vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp n1 np1, r-crq n1 vbz j cc j p-acp dt j-vvg np1 av-j,
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 32
900
and which he seriously professeth that he will not give to any other, and yet this name he gives to Iesus Christ, Jer. 23.6.
and which he seriously Professes that he will not give to any other, and yet this name he gives to Iesus christ, Jer. 23.6.
cc r-crq pns31 av-j vvz cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n-jn, cc av d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
901
And he would have us call him by it too this is the name whereby he shall be called, Jehovah (so is the expression there) the Lord our righteousness.
And he would have us call him by it too this is the name whereby he shall be called, Jehovah (so is the expression there) the Lord our righteousness.
cc pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi pno31 p-acp pn31 av d vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, np1 (av vbz dt n1 a-acp) dt n1 po12 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
902
So that no marvail that the Apostle tels us that he honoured him in this respect exceedingly, transcendently; he hath highly exalted him.
So that no marvel that the Apostle tells us that he honoured him in this respect exceedingly, transcendently; he hath highly exalted him.
av cst dx n1 cst dt n1 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp d n1 av-vvg, av-j; pns31 vhz av-j vvn pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
903
How so? And given him a name above every name, that at the name of Iesus every knee should bow.
How so? And given him a name above every name, that At the name of Iesus every knee should bow.
uh-crq av? cc vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d n1 vmd vvi.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
904
According to the Counsel of the Psalmist, Psal. 45.11. He is thy Lord, and worship thou him.
According to the Counsel of the Psalmist, Psalm 45.11. He is thy Lord, and worship thou him.
vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vbz po21 n1, cc vvb pns21 pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
905
And hence it is that the Apostle saith, he is made so much better then the Angels,
And hence it is that the Apostle Says, he is made so much better then the Angels,
cc av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz, pns31 vbz vvn av av-d jc cs dt n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
906
as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name then they.
as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name then they.
c-acp pns31 vhz p-acp n1 vvd dt av-dc j n1 cs pns32.
(11) part (DIV2)
143
Page 33
907
It appears that God hath a design to honour Christ, as by the names he gives to Christ,
It appears that God hath a Design to honour christ, as by the names he gives to christ,
pn31 vvz cst np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 np1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvz p-acp np1,
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
908
so by the names which he himself assumes in reference to Christ: as he delights to call himself the Lord of Christ, and the Father of Christ,
so by the names which he himself assumes in Referente to christ: as he delights to call himself the Lord of christ, and the Father of christ,
av p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 px31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1: c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1,
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
1255
As they were created by him, so they were created for him.
As they were created by him, so they were created for him.
p-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
910
for so he seemeth to express himself, This is my beloved Son, Mat. 3.17. take notice of him, this is he:
for so he seems to express himself, This is my Beloved Son, Mathew 3.17. take notice of him, this is he:
c-acp av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1, np1 crd. vvb n1 pp-f pno31, d vbz pns31:
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
911
So in another place, Behold my Servant, Isa. 42.1. There look upon him, and observe him well, and see if any of you have such a servant as I have.
So in Another place, Behold my Servant, Isaiah 42.1. There look upon him, and observe him well, and see if any of you have such a servant as I have.
av p-acp j-jn n1, vvb po11 n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 av, cc vvb cs d pp-f pn22 vhb d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vhb.
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
2193
when he hath past the sentence of eternal condemnation on the wicked, and sent them packing unto hell,
when he hath passed the sentence of Eternal condemnation on the wicked, and sent them packing unto hell,
c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j, cc vvd pno32 vvg p-acp n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
912
In the Old Testament the Lord was wont to call himself the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob; he was honoured by those names, the Lord their God that brought them out of the Land of Egypt. But now in the New Testament, he cals himself the God and Father of the Lord Jesus Christ;
In the Old Testament the Lord was wont to call himself the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob; he was honoured by those names, the Lord their God that brought them out of the Land of Egypt. But now in the New Testament, he calls himself the God and Father of the Lord jesus christ;
p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n2, dt n1 po32 n1 cst vvd pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp av p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz px31 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1;
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
913
as you may see that place for instance, Ephes. 1.3. I might give you many more;
as you may see that place for instance, Ephesians 1.3. I might give you many more;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d av-dc;
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
914
the God that brought again from the dead the Lord Jesus Christ.
the God that brought again from the dead the Lord jesus christ.
dt n1 cst vvd av p-acp dt j dt n1 np1 np1.
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
915
Thus striving to exalt him, and to set him up, that the eyes and thoughts of men might be taken up with him.
Thus striving to exalt him, and to Set him up, that the eyes and thoughts of men might be taken up with him.
av vvg pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
144
Page 33
916
3. It appears, &c. By the place in which he sets him, and that is at his own right hand.
3. It appears, etc. By the place in which he sets him, and that is At his own right hand.
crd pn31 vvz, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31, cc d vbz p-acp po31 d j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
917
It is observed in Solomon, by the holy Ghost himself, as a great honour which he did his Mother, 1 Kings 2.19.
It is observed in Solomon, by the holy Ghost himself, as a great honour which he did his Mother, 1 Kings 2.19.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 px31, c-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vdd po31 n1, crd n2 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
918
He sate down on his throne, and caused a seat to be set for the Kings Mother, He sat down on his throne, and caused a seat to be Set for the Kings Mother,
pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
919
and she sate on his right hand. This honour God hath done Christ, as the Apostle tels us, Eph. 1.20. He raised him from the dead, saith he, and set him at his own right hand, in heavenly places. and she sat on his right hand. This honour God hath done christ, as the Apostle tells us, Ephesians 1.20. He raised him from the dead, Says he, and Set him At his own right hand, in heavenly places.
cc pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j-jn n1. d n1 np1 vhz vdn np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j, vvz pns31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, p-acp j n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
920
That is, he set him above all other things or persons, in the next place to himself:
That is, he Set him above all other things or Persons, in the next place to himself:
cst vbz, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp px31:
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
921
And therefore it is added presently, he set him at his own right hand in heavenly places, far above all principalties,
And Therefore it is added presently, he Set him At his own right hand in heavenly places, Far above all principalties,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1 p-acp j n2, av-j p-acp d n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
922
and powers, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world,
and Powers, and might, and dominion, and every name that is nam, not only in this world,
cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc d n1 cst vbz vvn, xx av-j p-acp d n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
923
but in that which is to come: this is very great honour.but in that which is to come: this is very great honour.
cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi: d vbz av j n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
145
Page 33
924
It appears that God hath a design to honour Christ by the authority that he hath endowed him with,
It appears that God hath a Design to honour christ by the Authority that he hath endowed him with,
pn31 vvz cst np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp,
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 33
925
and that is his own authority, yea, all his own authority, as Christ himself acknowledges, Mat. 28.18. All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth: not some, but all power:
and that is his own Authority, yea, all his own Authority, as christ himself acknowledges, Mathew 28.18. All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth: not Some, but all power:
cc d vbz po31 d n1, uh, d po31 d n1, c-acp np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd. d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1: xx d, cc-acp d n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 33
926
The father judgeth no man, saith our Saviour, but he committed all Judgment to the Son, John 5.22. He hath done in this respect, as great men sometimes use to do:The father Judgeth no man, Says our Saviour, but he committed all Judgement to the Son, John 5.22. He hath done in this respect, as great men sometime use to do:
dt n1 vvz dx n1, vvz po12 n1, p-acp pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vdn p-acp d n1, c-acp j n2 av vvi pc-acp vdi:
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 33
927
if they have any title, office, or place of honour, they are contented to convey it over to their eldest Son, that they may credit him,
if they have any title, office, or place of honour, they Are contented to convey it over to their eldest Son, that they may credit him,
cs pns32 vhb d n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po32 js-jn n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31,
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 33
1595
And as he hath the power of Passing, so the power of Executing Sentence upon all Flesh.
And as he hath the power of Passing, so the power of Executing Sentence upon all Flesh.
cc c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f vvg, av dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
223
Page 55
928
and raise him to esteem and reputation in his Country: and it delighteth them as much to have him honoured as themselves.
and raise him to esteem and reputation in his Country: and it delights them as much to have him honoured as themselves.
cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp po31 n1: cc pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp av-d pc-acp vhi pno31 vvn p-acp px32.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 33
929
Just so hath God the Father done by Jesus Christ;
Just so hath God the Father done by jesus christ;
j av vhz np1 dt n1 vdn p-acp np1 np1;
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
930
The Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgement to the Son. He will be Iudge no longer by immediate execution,The Father Judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgement to the Son. He will be Judge no longer by immediate execution,
dt n1 vvz dx n1, cc-acp vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi n1 av-dx av-jc p-acp j n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
931
but he hath made his Son the Judge of all the world;
but he hath made his Son the Judge of all the world;
cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f d dt n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
932
And why so? that he may compass the design of his, for glorifying of his Son Christ, That all men should honour the Son,
And why so? that he may compass the Design of his, for glorifying of his Son christ, That all men should honour the Son,
cc q-crq av? cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f png31, p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1 np1, cst d n2 vmd vvi dt n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
933
as they honour the Father, as it is added in the next verse.as they honour the Father, as it is added in the next verse.
c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
934
And as he hath (in the sense that we have said) resigned up his judiciary power abroad to Iesus Christ,
And as he hath (in the sense that we have said) resigned up his judiciary power abroad to Iesus christ,
cc c-acp pns31 vhz (p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vhb vvn) vvd a-acp po31 j n1 av p-acp np1 np1,
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
935
so the private Government of his family at home.
so the private Government of his family At home.
av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1-an.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
936
He hath made his eldest Son the Lord of all, he hath set him over his house, Heb. 3.6. The Son of God hath got a match, though a poor one, I confess, and now the Father gives up the house-keeping wholly to him.
He hath made his eldest Son the Lord of all, he hath Set him over his house, Hebrew 3.6. The Son of God hath god a match, though a poor one, I confess, and now the Father gives up the housekeeping wholly to him.
pns31 vhz vvn po31 js-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f d, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn dt n1, cs dt j pi, pns11 vvb, cc av dt n1 vvz a-acp dt vvg av-jn p-acp pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
937
And hence saith the Apostle Paul, Eph. 3.14, 15. I bow my knees unto the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ, of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named.
And hence Says the Apostle Paul, Ephesians 3.14, 15. I bow my knees unto the Father of the Lord jesus christ, of whom the Whole family in heaven and earth is nam.
cc av vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd, crd pns11 vvb po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, pp-f ro-crq dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
938
The whole family of heaven and earth is named from Christ, whether the upper family of heaven,
The Whole family of heaven and earth is nam from christ, whither the upper family of heaven,
dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cs dt jc n1 pp-f n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
939
or the lower family on earth, whether the Church triumphant or the Church militant, it is Christs family and Christs Church, and Christs houshold.
or the lower family on earth, whither the Church triumphant or the Church militant, it is Christ family and Christ Church, and Christ household.
cc dt jc n1 p-acp n1, cs dt n1 j cc dt n1 j, pn31 vbz npg1 n1 cc npg1 n1, cc npg1 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
940
God you see, hath two houses, and yet he doth not govern one himself, and leave the other to his Son, he commits the government of both to Jesus Christ;
God you see, hath two houses, and yet he does not govern one himself, and leave the other to his Son, he commits the government of both to jesus christ;
np1 pn22 vvb, vhz crd n2, cc av pns31 vdz xx vvi pi px31, cc vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp np1 np1;
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
941
that he may be all in all, that he may be the more honoured.
that he may be all in all, that he may be the more honoured.
cst pns31 vmb vbi d p-acp d, cst pns31 vmb vbi dt av-dc vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
146
Page 34
942
It appears that God hath a design to glorifie his Son Christ, by the great offices of dignity,
It appears that God hath a Design to Glorify his Son christ, by the great Offices of dignity,
pn31 vvz cst np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
943
and trust, and honour which he hath advanced and raised him to:
and trust, and honour which he hath advanced and raised him to:
cc vvi, cc n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp:
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
944
For he hath crowned him with glory and honour. Three offices there are which have been alwayes looked upon as full of honour:
For he hath crowned him with glory and honour. Three Offices there Are which have been always looked upon as full of honour:
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1. crd n2 a-acp vbr r-crq vhb vbn av vvn p-acp p-acp j pp-f n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
945
The office of a King, of a Priest, and of a Prophet. Of a King in the Commonwealth, and of a Ptiest, and Prophet in the Church.
The office of a King, of a Priest, and of a Prophet. Of a King in the Commonwealth, and of a Ptiest, and Prophet in the Church.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1. pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f dt js, cc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
946
And all of them concurr in Jesus Christ; he is annointed to them altogether.
And all of them concur in jesus christ; he is anointed to them altogether.
cc d pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp np1 np1; pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 av.
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
947
And this is singular to Jesus Christ, it is peculiar to himself alone, no other man was ever thus advanced besides himself.
And this is singular to jesus christ, it is peculiar to himself alone, no other man was ever thus advanced beside himself.
cc d vbz j p-acp np1 np1, pn31 vbz j p-acp px31 av-j, dx j-jn n1 vbds av av vvn p-acp px31.
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
948
Some other men have had one of these offices, or two at most, but never any man had all three, but Christ only:
some other men have had one of these Offices, or two At most, but never any man had all three, but christ only:
d j-jn n2 vhb vhn crd pp-f d n2, cc crd p-acp ds, cc-acp av-x d n1 vhd d crd, cc-acp np1 av-j:
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
1596
All mankinde is under his authority in this respect:
All mankind is under his Authority in this respect:
av-d n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
223
Page 55
949
So that he is in this respect; transcendently advanced you see, and God hath glorified him beyond measure, and beyond pattern.
So that he is in this respect; transcendently advanced you see, and God hath glorified him beyond measure, and beyond pattern.
av cst pns31 vbz p-acp d n1; av-j vvn pn22 vvi, cc np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
147
Page 34
950
And that you may the better see the honour that is done to Iesus Christ, in that he hath these three great Offices altogether in his hands:
And that you may the better see the honour that is done to Iesus christ, in that he hath these three great Offices altogether in his hands:
cc cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi dt n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp np1 np1, p-acp cst pns31 vhz d crd j n2 av p-acp po31 n2:
(11) part (DIV2)
148
Page 34
951
I shall represent it to you in a few Particulars.
I shall represent it to you in a few Particulars.
pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(11) part (DIV2)
148
Page 34
952
First, By this means whatsoever good is purchased for the Church, is procured by him only;
First, By this means whatsoever good is purchased for the Church, is procured by him only;
ord, p-acp d n2 r-crq j vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av-j;
(11) part (DIV2)
149
Page 34
953
The Father, that he may advance, and honour Christ the more, will have the Church beholding unto none but him for any good that she enjoys or looks for.
The Father, that he may advance, and honour christ the more, will have the Church beholding unto none but him for any good that she enjoys or looks for.
dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi, cc n1 np1 dt av-dc, vmb vhi dt n1 vvg p-acp pix cc-acp pno31 p-acp d j cst pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp.
(11) part (DIV2)
149
Page 34
954
He must purchase peace, and he must purchase grace for her: the grace of righteousness, and the grace of holiness:
He must purchase peace, and he must purchase grace for her: the grace of righteousness, and the grace of holiness:
pns31 vmb vvi n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31: dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
149
Page 34
955
he must satisfie, & he must sanctifie:
he must satisfy, & he must sanctify:
pns31 vmb vvi, cc pns31 vmb vvi:
(11) part (DIV2)
149
Page 34
956
he must obtain her absolution, and he must obtain her sanctification, and he must obtain her glorification:
he must obtain her absolution, and he must obtain her sanctification, and he must obtain her glorification:
pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1:
(11) part (DIV2)
149
Page 34
957
he must renew her right in outward things which she forfeited in Adam.
he must renew her right in outward things which she forfeited in Adam.
pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av-jn p-acp j n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1.
(11) part (DIV2)
149
Page 34
958
And he must do all this alone, there must be none besides him, none with him.
And he must do all this alone, there must be none beside him, none with him.
cc pns31 vmb vdi d d j, pc-acp vmb vbi pix p-acp pno31, pix p-acp pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
150
Page 34
959
No, he must tread the wine-press of his Fathers wrath alone. By once offering of himself, he must perfect for ever them that are sanctified.
No, he must tread the winepress of his Father's wrath alone. By once offering of himself, he must perfect for ever them that Are sanctified.
uh-dx, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 av-j. p-acp a-acp vvg pp-f px31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn.
(11) part (DIV2)
150
Page 34
960
The Lord hath given us no other King to subdue our enemies, and to get peace for us;
The Lord hath given us no other King to subdue our enemies, and to get peace for us;
dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12;
(11) part (DIV2)
150
Page 34
961
No other Priest to satisfie his wrath, and to obtain Grace for us. No other Mediator between God and man either of Redemption, or Intercession;
No other Priest to satisfy his wrath, and to obtain Grace for us. No other Mediator between God and man either of Redemption, or Intercession;
dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12. dx j-jn n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 av-d pp-f n1, cc n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
150
Page 35
962
either of Redemption to purchase grace, or of Intercession to sue out that which he hath purchased;
either of Redemption to purchase grace, or of Intercession to sue out that which he hath purchased;
d pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn;
(11) part (DIV2)
150
Page 35
963
All lies on Jesus Christ, you see, that he may be all in all, that all the glory may redound to him.
All lies on jesus christ, you see, that he may be all in all, that all the glory may redound to him.
d vvz p-acp np1 np1, pn22 vvb, cst pns31 vmb vbi d p-acp d, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
150
Page 35
964
As whatsoever good is purchased for the Church is procured by him only, so it is revealed by him only.
As whatsoever good is purchased for the Church is procured by him only, so it is revealed by him only.
p-acp r-crq j vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av-j, av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av-j.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
965
As he, and he alone must get it so he, and he alone must tell us of it.
As he, and he alone must get it so he, and he alone must tell us of it.
p-acp pns31, cc pns31 av-j vmb vvi pn31 av pns31, cc pns31 av-j vmb vvi pno12 pp-f pn31.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
966
It is an honour to be sent with good news, and God hath done his Son this honour;
It is an honour to be sent with good news, and God hath done his Son this honour;
pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1, cc np1 vhz vdn po31 n1 d n1;
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
967
The Gospel, as you know, is glad tydings of great Joy, and Christ is he that makes it known to men.
The Gospel, as you know, is glad tidings of great Joy, and christ is he that makes it known to men.
dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvb, vbz j n2 pp-f j n1, cc np1 vbz pns31 cst vvz pn31 vvn p-acp n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
968
He brings it forth out of the bosome of the Father.
He brings it forth out of the bosom of the Father.
pns31 vvz pn31 av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
969
And therefore it is called the word of Christ Not only because Jesus Christ is the author and the Subject matter of it,
And Therefore it is called the word of christ Not only Because jesus christ is the author and the Subject matter of it,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 xx av-j c-acp np1 np1 vbz dt n1 cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
970
but the revealer of it too.
but the revealer of it too.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
991
and therefore as he makes him King, and Priest, and Prophet, so he enables him to the performance and execution of these offices.
and Therefore as he makes him King, and Priest, and Prophet, so he enables him to the performance and execution of these Offices.
cc av c-acp pns31 vvz pno31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 35
2191
And so as the Apostle tels us, He must reign, till all those enemies be under foot, 1 Cor. 15.25. till they be utterly subdued.
And so as the Apostle tells us, He must Reign, till all those enemies be under foot, 1 Cor. 15.25. till they be utterly subdued.
cc av c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vmb vvi, c-acp d d n2 vbb p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. c-acp pns32 vbb av-j vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
971
God in these latter daies hath spoken to us by his Son, saith the Apostle, speaking of the revelation of the Gospel, Heb. 1.2. He had good news to tell the world, and he sent his Son with it.
God in these latter days hath spoken to us by his Son, Says the Apostle, speaking of the Revelation of the Gospel, Hebrew 1.2. He had good news to tell the world, and he sent his Son with it.
np1 p-acp d d n2 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, vvz dt n1, vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vhd j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pn31.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
972
He sent Moses with the Law, which was a Message full of terrour; Moses was good enough for that.
He sent Moses with the Law, which was a Message full of terror; Moses was good enough for that.
pns31 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 j pp-f n1; np1 vbds j av-d p-acp d.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
973
The Gospel was a Message full of sweetness and full of Comfort, and Christ must have the honour to reveal that to the world.
The Gospel was a Message full of sweetness and full of Comfort, and christ must have the honour to reveal that to the world.
dt n1 vbds dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc j pp-f n1, cc np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
974
Indeed my brethren whatsoever good we know of God, or of his favour and good will towards us,
Indeed my brothers whatsoever good we know of God, or of his favour and good will towards us,
np1 po11 n2 r-crq j pns12 vvb pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno12,
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
975
or of the work of our redemption, and reconciliation, and attonement, all comes out by Jesus Christ.
or of the work of our redemption, and reconciliation, and atonement, all comes out by jesus christ.
cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc n1, cc n1, d vvz av p-acp np1 np1.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
976
Christ is the only Prophet of the Church; and if we ask the question which the Psalmist mentions, Psal. 4.6.
christ is the only Prophet of the Church; and if we ask the question which the Psalmist mentions, Psalm 4.6.
np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; cc cs pns12 vvb dt n1 r-crq dt n1 n2, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
977
Who will shew us any good? The answer must be, None but Iesus Christ can do it,Who will show us any good? The answer must be, None but Iesus christ can do it,
q-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? dt n1 vmb vbi, pix cc-acp np1 np1 vmb vdi pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
978
or those that are sent out by him with his Message, and in his Name.
or those that Are sent out by him with his Message, and in his Name.
cc d cst vbr vvn av p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
151
Page 35
979
As whatsoever good is purchased for the Church is procured by Christ only, and revealed by Christ only,
As whatsoever good is purchased for the Church is procured by christ only, and revealed by christ only,
p-acp r-crq j vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 av-j, cc vvn p-acp np1 av-j,
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
980
so it is dispensed by Christ only. God doth not give it out immediately himself, but he communicates it to us, in,
so it is dispensed by christ only. God does not give it out immediately himself, but he communicates it to us, in,
av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 av-j. np1 vdz xx vvi pn31 av av-j px31, cc-acp pns31 n2 pn31 p-acp pno12, p-acp,
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
981
and by, and through Christ, as the Expression of the Scripture is, The grace of God is shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Titus 3.6.
and by, and through christ, as the Expression of the Scripture is, The grace of God is shed on us abundantly, through jesus christ our Lord, Titus 3.6.
cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 av-j, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
982
As all comes by his means, so all goes through his hands. And therefore he is said to have received gifts for men, Isa. 68.18. God doth not give his gifts directly, and immediately to men himself, but Jesus Christ receieth their endowments for them of the Father, that of his fulness they may all receive.
As all comes by his means, so all Goes through his hands. And Therefore he is said to have received Gifts for men, Isaiah 68.18. God does not give his Gifts directly, and immediately to men himself, but jesus christ receieth their endowments for them of the Father, that of his fullness they may all receive.
p-acp d vvz p-acp po31 n2, av d vvz p-acp po31 n2. cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn n2 p-acp n2, np1 crd. np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 av-j, cc av-j p-acp n2 px31, cc-acp np1 np1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp pno32 pp-f dt n1, cst pp-f po31 n1 pns32 vmb d vvi.
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
983
He is the Treasurer of his Fathers grace, that every one may come to him.
He is the Treasurer of his Father's grace, that every one may come to him.
pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cst d pi vmb vvi p-acp pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
984
God hath exalted him to be a Prince to his People, and so to give them as a King (as once Araunah said to David ) in a Magnificent and Royal way.
God hath exalted him to be a Prince to his People, and so to give them as a King (as once Araunah said to David) in a Magnificent and Royal Way.
np1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp a-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1) p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
985
And this he hath done to advance him and to make him glorious, that as all comes from him,
And this he hath done to advance him and to make him glorious, that as all comes from him,
cc d pns31 vhz vdn p-acp vvi pno31 cc pc-acp vvi pno31 j, cst p-acp d vvz p-acp pno31,
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
986
so all may be ascribed to him.
so all may be ascribed to him.
av d vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(11) part (DIV2)
152
Page 35
987
It appears that God hath a design, &c. as by the offices in which he puts him,
It appears that God hath a Design, etc. as by the Offices in which he puts him,
pn31 vvz cst np1 vhz dt n1, av c-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31,
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 35
988
so by the gifts, and the abilities which he endues him with for the discharge of those places.
so by the Gifts, and the abilities which he endues him with for the discharge of those places.
av p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 35
989
To put a person in an office, who is not qualified and fitted for it, who is not able to discharge it, is to dishonour him,
To put a person in an office, who is not qualified and fitted for it, who is not able to discharge it, is to dishonour him,
p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn31, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31,
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 35
990
and make him despicable in the eyes of others. God doth not so with Jesus Christ;
and make him despicable in the eyes of Others. God does not so with jesus christ;
cc vvi pno31 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. np1 vdz xx av p-acp np1 np1;
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 35
993
and abilities, that he may go through with them with credit, as we use to say, both to the honour of his Father and himself.
and abilities, that he may go through with them with credit, as we use to say, both to the honour of his Father and himself.
cc n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc px31.
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 36
994
He is the head of the body the Church (saith the Apostle) Colos. 1.17.
He is the head of the body the Church (Says the Apostle) Colos 1.17.
pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 (vvz dt n1) np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 36
995
And to this end it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell, as it is added there in that place.
And to this end it pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell, as it is added there in that place.
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vvd dt n1 cst p-acp pno31 vmd av-d n1 vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
153
Page 36
996
It appears that God, &c. in that he makes the fulness of the God-head dwell in him;
It appears that God, etc. in that he makes the fullness of the Godhead dwell in him;
pn31 vvz cst np1, av p-acp cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31;
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
997
Others are Partakers of the divine nature but he is partaker of the Divine Essence.
Others Are Partakers of the divine nature but he is partaker of the Divine Essence.
n2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
998
Others are Partakers of the properties of God, but he is partaker of the God-head it self.
Others Are Partakers of the properties of God, but he is partaker of the Godhead it self.
ng2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
999
Others are partakers of the grace of God, but he is partaker of the God of grace.
Others Are partakers of the grace of God, but he is partaker of the God of grace.
ng2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1000
And therefore the Apostle saith not, that in Christ dwelleth NONLATINALPHABET, that is the Divinity, but NONLATINALPHABET that is the Deity.
And Therefore the Apostle Says not, that in christ dwells, that is the Divinity, but that is the Deity.
cc av dt n1 vvz xx, cst p-acp np1 vvz, cst vbz dt n1, cc-acp cst vbz dt n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1001
In him dwelleth all the fulness of the God-head bodily, Col. 2.9.
In him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily, Col. 2.9.
p-acp pno31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, np1 crd.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1002
Not that the Godhead is confined, or circumscribed within the narrow limits of our Saviours flesh,
Not that the Godhead is confined, or circumscribed within the narrow Limits of our Saviors Flesh,
xx d dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 ng1 n1,
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1003
or that his body is co-extended with the God-head, as Ubiquitaries dream.
or that his body is coextended with the Godhead, as Ubiquitaries dream.
cc cst po31 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 vvb.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1004
But the God-head dwells in Christ, as Bernard speaks, not Ʋmbrative, not by external signs and shadows,
But the Godhead dwells in christ, as Bernard speaks, not Ʋmbrative, not by external Signs and shadows,
p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvz, xx j, xx p-acp j n2 cc n2,
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1005
and tokens of his presence, as once he dwelt in the material Temple; not effective, by the powerfull operation of it, not only by the Graces of it,
and tokens of his presence, as once he dwelled in the material Temple; not effective, by the powerful operation of it, not only by the Graces of it,
cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp a-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1; xx j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31,
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1006
as it dwelleth in the bodies of his Saints, who therefore are called the Temples of God;
as it dwells in the bodies of his Saints, who Therefore Are called the Temples of God;
c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq av vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1;
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1007
But in him dwells the God-head bodily, that is, it is really united to the humane nature, to the body of Jesus Christ,
But in him dwells the Godhead bodily, that is, it is really united to the humane nature, to the body of jesus christ,
cc-acp p-acp pno31 vvz dt n1 j, cst vbz, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1008
And herein Christ hath no Peer.
And herein christ hath no Peer.
cc av np1 vhz dx n1.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1009
It is a high and unmatchable honour, which no other Creature is capable of, by which he is advanced above all other things and persons in the world besides.
It is a high and unmatchable honour, which no other Creature is capable of, by which he is advanced above all other things and Persons in the world beside.
pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, r-crq dx j-jn n1 vbz j pp-f, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 a-acp.
(11) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1010
John 17.1. Glorifie thy Son.
John 17.1. glorify thy Son.
np1 crd. vvi po21 n1
(12) part (DIV2)
154
Page 36
1011
IT hath been the design and purpose, &c. that he might make him some requital for the abasures and indignities which he suffered in the world.
IT hath been the Design and purpose, etc. that he might make him Some requital for the abasures and indignities which he suffered in the world.
pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 cc n1, av cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 d n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
156
Page 36
1012
A great part of our Saviours passion (my beloved consisted in the great dishonour that was done to him,
A great part of our Saviors passion (my Beloved consisted in the great dishonour that was done to him,
dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 (po11 j-vvn vvn p-acp dt j n1 cst vbds vdn p-acp pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
157
Page 36
1013
and in the scorn, and the derision, and the contemptuous usage which he suffered, even from the vilest, and the worst of men.
and in the scorn, and the derision, and the contemptuous usage which he suffered, even from the Vilest, and the worst of men.
cc p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, av p-acp dt js, cc dt js pp-f n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
157
Page 36
1014
If you survey it in the Gospel storie, and lay it altogether, all the affronts,
If you survey it in the Gospel story, and lay it altogether, all the affronts,
cs pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 n1, cc vvd pn31 av, d dt vvz,
(12) part (DIV2)
157
Page 36
1015
and jears, and taunts, and uncivil imputations that were put upon him, you will admire that the glorious Son of God should ever stoop so low for our sakes:
and jears, and taunts, and Uncivil imputations that were put upon him, you will admire that the glorious Son of God should ever stoop so low for our sakes:
cc n2, cc n2, cc j n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmd av vvi av av-j p-acp po12 n2:
(12) part (DIV2)
157
Page 36
1016
yet this he did for the accomplishment of that great work, to which he was appointed by the Father:
yet this he did for the accomplishment of that great work, to which he was appointed by the Father:
av d pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
157
Page 36
1017
And therefore God in recompence hath set him up again, and raised him to the height of dignity and glory.
And Therefore God in recompense hath Set him up again, and raised him to the height of dignity and glory.
cc av np1 p-acp n1 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp av, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
157
Page 36
1018
And that he did it on this very ground, we learn from the Apostle Paul, Phil. 2.7, 8. and following verses.
And that he did it on this very ground, we Learn from the Apostle Paul, Philip 2.7, 8. and following Verses.
cc cst pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp d j n1, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd, crd cc vvg n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
158
Page 36
1019
He made himself (saith the Apostle there) of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a Servant, He made himself (Says the Apostle there) of no reputation, and took upon him the from of a Servant,
pns31 vvd px31 (vvz dt n1 a-acp) pp-f dx n1, cc vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
158
Page 36
1020
and being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself; and being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself;
cc vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd px31;
(12) part (DIV2)
158
Page 36
1021
And what of this? why therefore God hath highly exalted him, exalted him, and exalted him highly,
And what of this? why Therefore God hath highly exalted him, exalted him, and exalted him highly,
cc r-crq pp-f d? uh-crq av np1 vhz av-j vvn pno31, vvn pno31, cc vvn pno31 av-j,
(12) part (DIV2)
158
Page 36
1022
as it is added in the next words, therefore because he was abased.
as it is added in the next words, Therefore Because he was abased.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2, av c-acp pns31 vbds vvd.
(12) part (DIV2)
158
Page 36
1023
And hence our Saviour useth this as an enforcing argument when he desireth to be glorified by his father, viz. Because he had been formely dishonoured, and brought low.
And hence our Saviour uses this as an enforcing argument when he Desires to be glorified by his father, viz. Because he had been formerly dishonoured, and brought low.
cc av po12 n1 vvz d p-acp dt vvg n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, n1 c-acp pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvn, cc vvd av-j.
(12) part (DIV2)
159
Page 37
1024
For this is cleerly intimated in the words, John 17.4, 5. I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do,
For this is clearly intimated in the words, John 17.4, 5. I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do,
p-acp d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, np1 crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi,
(12) part (DIV2)
159
Page 37
1025
and now, O Father, glorifie me with thy self. and now, Oh Father, Glorify me with thy self.
cc av, uh n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
159
Page 37
1026
The works of Christ were some of Ministry and service, and abasure in the office of obedience and suffering for the Church;
The works of christ were Some of Ministry and service, and abasure in the office of Obedience and suffering for the Church;
dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr d pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1027
and some of power, and majesty, in the protection and exaltation of the Church; and those were to foregoe these.
and Some of power, and majesty, in the protection and exaltation of the Church; and those were to forego these.
cc d pp-f n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; cc d vbdr pc-acp vvi d.
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1028
He ought to suffer and so enter into glory, Luke 24.26.
He ought to suffer and so enter into glory, Lycia 24.26.
pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi cc av vvb p-acp n1, av crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1029
There was a necesse in it, a necessity of Gods decree who had appointed, and designed it to be so, of Gods justice which must be satisfied by obedience,
There was a Necessary in it, a necessity of God's Decree who had appointed, and designed it to be so, of God's Justice which must be satisfied by Obedience,
pc-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 r-crq vhd vvn, cc vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi av, pp-f npg1 n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1030
before he would be pacified with men, or in the person of their head and advocate advance them to his glory.
before he would be pacified with men, or in the person of their head and advocate advance them to his glory.
c-acp pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1031
Of Gods word in the prediction of the Prophets, who had fore-shewed, and prophecied that it must be so.
Of God's word in the prediction of the prophets, who had foreshowed, and prophesied that it must be so.
pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vhd j, cc vvd cst pn31 vmb vbi av.
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1032
And hence saith Christ in the fore-cited text, I have finished my work, the work of my humiliation,
And hence Says christ in the forecited text, I have finished my work, the work of my humiliation,
cc av vvz np1 p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1033
and therefore now I pray thee glorifie me with thy self. Let my exaltation follow. I should not look to be exalted if I had not first been humbled.
and Therefore now I pray thee Glorify me with thy self. Let my exaltation follow. I should not look to be exalted if I had not First been humbled.
cc av av pns11 vvb pno21 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1. vvb po11 n1 vvi. pns11 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cs pns11 vhd xx ord vbn vvn.
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1034
But seeing I have done the service, let me have the recompence: since I have undergone the one, let me be raised to the other.
But seeing I have done the service, let me have the recompense: since I have undergone the one, let me be raised to the other.
p-acp vvg pns11 vhb vdn dt n1, vvb pno11 vhi dt n1: c-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt crd, vvb pno11 vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn.
(12) part (DIV2)
160
Page 37
1035
It hath been the design, &c. that he himself might be glorified by it. His utmost aim is that he may be honoured in the honour of his Son.
It hath been the Design, etc. that he himself might be glorified by it. His utmost aim is that he may be honoured in the honour of his Son.
pn31 vhz vbn dt n1, av cst pns31 px31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31. po31 j n1 vbz cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1
(12) part (DIV2)
161
Page 37
1036
Brethren, the Lord in all his works (I speak it reverently) is a self-seeker, he seeks himself in every thing he doth,
Brothers, the Lord in all his works (I speak it reverently) is a self-seeker, he seeks himself in every thing he does,
n2, dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 (pns11 vvb pn31 av-j) vbz dt j, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d n1 pns31 vdz,
(12) part (DIV2)
162
Page 37
1037
and it is very fit he should, because there is no end above himself, nor better then himself.
and it is very fit he should, Because there is no end above himself, nor better then himself.
cc pn31 vbz av j pns31 vmd, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp px31, ccx jc cs px31.
(12) part (DIV2)
162
Page 37
1038
And if we had no higher end (my brethren) then our selves, we might seek our selves too.
And if we had no higher end (my brothers) then our selves, we might seek our selves too.
cc cs pns12 vhd dx jc n1 (po11 n2) av po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 av.
(12) part (DIV2)
162
Page 37
1039
In all his actions, he hath an eye upon his own glory.
In all his actions, he hath an eye upon his own glory.
p-acp d po31 n2, pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
162
Page 37
1040
And so he hath in this which we are speaking of, the exaltation, and advancement of his Son. And therefore with this Argument our Saviour urgeth this desire of his, Father glorifie thy Son.
And so he hath in this which we Are speaking of, the exaltation, and advancement of his Son. And Therefore with this Argument our Saviour urges this desire of his, Father Glorify thy Son.
cc av pns31 vhz p-acp d r-crq pns12 vbr vvg pp-f, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc av p-acp d n1 po12 n1 vvz d n1 pp-f png31, n1 vvi po21 n1
(12) part (DIV2)
162
Page 37
1041
Why should I glorifie thee (might the father say) what shall I get by it? Thou shalt get honour by it (saith our Saviour) and therefore I beseech thee to glorifie me upon this account;
Why should I Glorify thee (might the father say) what shall I get by it? Thou shalt get honour by it (Says our Saviour) and Therefore I beseech thee to Glorify me upon this account;
q-crq vmd pns11 vvi pno21 (n1 dt n1 vvb) q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pn31? pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp pn31 (vvz po12 n1) cc av pns11 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp d n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
163
Page 37
1042
Father glorifie thy Son, that thy Son also may glorifie thee. I cannot glorifie thee much in this abasure, and contempt;Father Glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may Glorify thee. I cannot Glorify thee much in this abasure, and contempt;
n1 vvi po21 n1, cst po21 n1 av vmb vvi pno21. pns11 vmbx vvi pno21 d p-acp d n1, cc n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
163
Page 37
1043
but if thou glorifie me once, it shall come back again upon thee by reflection; I will be sure to honour thee again;
but if thou Glorify me once, it shall come back again upon thee by reflection; I will be sure to honour thee again;
cc-acp cs pns21 vvi pno11 a-acp, pn31 vmb vvi av av p-acp pno21 p-acp n1; pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno21 av;
(12) part (DIV2)
163
Page 37
1044
And therefore I beseech thee do it for thy own sake, and in relation to thy own glory.
And Therefore I beseech thee do it for thy own sake, and in Relation to thy own glory.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 vdb pn31 p-acp po21 d n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po21 d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
163
Page 37
1045
Now is it so, my brethren, that it hath been the design, &c. then certainly it is a bold adventurous part for any man to dishonour Jesus Christ,
Now is it so, my brothers, that it hath been the Design, etc. then Certainly it is a bold adventurous part for any man to dishonour jesus christ,
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst pn31 vhz vbn dt n1, av av av-j pn31 vbz dt j j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
164
Page 37
1046
and to cast contempt upon him: Whoever doth it, runs a very great hazard.
and to cast contempt upon him: Whoever does it, runs a very great hazard.
cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31: r-crq vdz pn31, vvz dt j j n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
164
Page 37
1047
He doth what lies in him to cross the Lord in that which he is most intent upon, on which his heart is wonderfully set.
He does what lies in him to cross the Lord in that which he is most intent upon, on which his heart is wonderfully Set.
pns31 vdz r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz av-ds n1 p-acp, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn.
(12) part (DIV2)
164
Page 37
1048
Great men cannot endure (you know) to be crossed in their wills, or hindered of their purposes;
Great men cannot endure (you know) to be crossed in their wills, or hindered of their Purposes;
j n2 vmbx vvi (pn22 vvb) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vvn pp-f po32 n2;
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 37
1049
and how think you, will the great God endure to be affronted, and opposed, and crossed in such a thing as this is? From all Eternity he hath determined with himself to glorifie his Son Christ, he hath had it in his heart from everlasting, he hath resolved he shall be honoured;
and how think you, will the great God endure to be affronted, and opposed, and crossed in such a thing as this is? From all Eternity he hath determined with himself to Glorify his Son christ, he hath had it in his heart from everlasting, he hath resolved he shall be honoured;
cc q-crq vvb pn22, vmb dt j np1 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1, pns31 vhz vhn pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j, pns31 vhz vvn pns31 vmb vbi vvn;
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 37
1050
and that not by men alone, but by the very Angels too, those eminent and glorious Creatures.
and that not by men alone, but by the very Angels too, those eminent and glorious Creatures.
cc cst xx p-acp n2 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n2 av, d j cc j n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1051
It is the Fathers pleasure that it shall be so, as the Apostle tells us, Heb. 1.6.
It is the Father's pleasure that it shall be so, as the Apostle tells us, Hebrew 1.6.
pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1 cst pn31 vmb vbi av, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1052
When he bringeth in his first begotten into the world, he saith, and let all the Angels of God worship him.
When he brings in his First begotten into the world, he Says, and let all the Angels of God worship him.
c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 ord vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz, cc vvb d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1053
Not serve him, and obey him only, but worship him with divine, and with religious adoration, which is the heigth and top of honour, with the same honour that belongeth to the Father,
Not serve him, and obey him only, but worship him with divine, and with religious adoration, which is the heighth and top of honour, with the same honour that belongeth to the Father,
xx vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 av-j, cc-acp vvb pno31 p-acp j-jn, cc p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1054
as Christ himself expresseth it, Iohn 5.23.
as christ himself Expresses it, John 5.23.
c-acp np1 px31 vvz pn31, np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1075
That he should stoop so low, even by entreaties to impose himself upon us, and we should be inexorable to him,
That he should stoop so low, even by entreaties to impose himself upon us, and we should be inexorable to him,
cst pns31 vmd vvi av j, av p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1621
You must know that Jesus Christ requireth all men to believe.
You must know that jesus christ requires all men to believe.
pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 np1 vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1055
And if he must have honour, such transcendent honour from the very Angels, must he not have it from inferiour creatures, who are far below Angels? Yes, Gods expects it, that at the name (that is) the power and authority of Jesus, every knee should bow, not of things in heaven only,
And if he must have honour, such transcendent honour from the very Angels, must he not have it from inferior creatures, who Are Far below Angels? Yes, God's expects it, that At the name (that is) the power and Authority of jesus, every knee should bow, not of things in heaven only,
cc cs pns31 vmb vhi n1, d j n1 p-acp dt j n2, vmb pns31 xx vhi pn31 p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vbr av-j p-acp n2? uh, ng1 vvz pn31, cst p-acp dt n1 (cst vbz) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, d n1 vmd vvi, xx pp-f n2 p-acp n1 av-j,
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1056
but of things in earth too, that is, not of Angels only but of men.
but of things in earth too, that is, not of Angels only but of men.
cc-acp pp-f n2 p-acp n1 av, cst vbz, xx pp-f n2 av-j p-acp pp-f n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1057
So that you see the father looks for this at our hands, he looks we should do honour to his Son.
So that you see the father looks for this At our hands, he looks we should do honour to his Son.
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp d p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vvz pns12 vmd vdi n1 p-acp po31 n1
(12) part (DIV2)
165
Page 38
1058
He saith as in the Parable, They will reverence my Son. Though they have slighted and abused other messengers that I have sent among them,
He Says as in the Parable, They will Reverence my Son. Though they have slighted and abused other messengers that I have sent among them,
pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1 cs pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn j-jn n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32,
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1059
yet they will surely reverence my Son. It is impossible they should be so unworthy to contemn my own Son. And what then do we think of those who dishonour and contemn him notwithstanding? will the father who hath sent him to this End, that he might be honoured, take this well at their hands, to be thus crossed in such a great design of his by wretched men? To see his own begotten Son despised,
yet they will surely Reverence my Son. It is impossible they should be so unworthy to contemn my own Son. And what then do we think of those who dishonour and contemn him notwithstanding? will the father who hath sent him to this End, that he might be honoured, take this well At their hands, to be thus crossed in such a great Design of his by wretched men? To see his own begotten Son despised,
av pns32 vmb av-j vvi po11 n1 pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi po11 d n1 cc q-crq av vdb pns12 vvb pp-f d r-crq n1 cc vvi pno31 a-acp? vmb dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d vvb, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, vvb d av p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f png31 p-acp j n2? p-acp vvi po31 d vvn n1 vvn,
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1060
and scorned, whom he hath done so much to honour? Why, you will say, what need you be so earnest upon this particular? Who doth dishonour Jesus Christ? Who doth despise him,
and scorned, whom he hath done so much to honour? Why, you will say, what need you be so earnest upon this particular? Who does dishonour jesus christ? Who does despise him,
cc vvd, ro-crq pns31 vhz vdn av av-d p-acp n1? uh-crq, pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vvb pn22 vbb av j p-acp d j? q-crq vdz n1 np1 np1? q-crq vdz vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1061
or contemn him? do we not all acknowledge him to be our Lord and Saviour,
or contemn him? do we not all acknowledge him to be our Lord and Saviour,
cc vvb pno31? vdb pns12 xx d vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1 cc n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1062
and the like? yes we do all acknowledge him in words, indeed we call him Lord.
and the like? yes we do all acknowledge him in words, indeed we call him Lord.
cc dt j? uh pns12 vdb d vvi pno31 p-acp n2, av pns12 vvb pno31 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1063
But many of us buffet him, and spit upon him in the very same breath.
But many of us buffet him, and spit upon him in the very same breath.
p-acp d pp-f pno12 vvi pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt av d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1064
There are abundance of us (my beloved) who in name are Christians, who do exceedingly dishonour Jesus Christ, whatever their pretences and protestations be,
There Are abundance of us (my Beloved) who in name Are Christians, who do exceedingly dishonour jesus christ, whatever their pretences and protestations be,
pc-acp vbr n1 pp-f pno12 (po11 j-vvn) r-crq p-acp n1 vbr np1, r-crq vdb av-vvg n1 np1 np1, r-crq po32 n2 cc n2 vbb,
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1065
and I will shew you briefly who they are.
and I will show you briefly who they Are.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j r-crq pns32 vbr.
(12) part (DIV2)
166
Page 38
1066
All unbelievers do dishonour Christ exceedingly in this respect, that they do not close with him;
All unbelievers do dishonour christ exceedingly in this respect, that they do not close with him;
d n2 vdb vvi np1 av-vvg p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31;
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1067
That when he is proposed and offered to them in the Gospel, they do not take him,
That when he is proposed and offered to them in the Gospel, they do not take him,
cst c-crq pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1068
and receive him on the terms that he is offered, but put him off with a denial.
and receive him on the terms that he is offered, but put him off with a denial.
cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn, cc-acp vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1069
This is a great dishonour to the Lord Christ. It is no less then an implicite scorning and despising of him.
This is a great dishonour to the Lord christ. It is no less then an implicit scorning and despising of him.
d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. pn31 vbz dx dc cs dt j vvg cc vvg pp-f pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1070
As if he were so poor a gift that he were not worth the taking.
As if he were so poor a gift that he were not worth the taking.
p-acp cs pns31 vbdr av j dt n1 cst pns31 vbdr xx j dt n-vvg.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1071
Ah, my beloved, do but think upon it, that after Christ hath undergone so much as he hath done for our salvation,
Ah, my Beloved, do but think upon it, that After christ hath undergone so much as he hath done for our salvation,
uh, po11 j-vvn, vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cst p-acp np1 vhz vvn av av-d c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po12 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1072
and after comes a begging to our own doors, beseeching us that we will entertain him,
and After comes a begging to our own doors, beseeching us that we will entertain him,
cc a-acp vvz dt n-vvg p-acp po12 d n2, vvg pno12 cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1073
and receive him, and accept of him, and that not for his own advantage or profit that accrews to him,
and receive him, and accept of him, and that not for his own advantage or profit that accrues to him,
cc vvi pno31, cc vvi pp-f pno31, cc cst xx p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1074
but meerly for our own good;
but merely for our own good;
cc-acp av-j c-acp po12 d j;
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1077
Oh what a horrible indignity is this to Jesus Christ? What an unspeakable debasing of him? Yet thus all unbelievers use him.
O what a horrible indignity is this to jesus christ? What an unspeakable debasing of him? Yet thus all unbelievers use him.
uh r-crq dt j n1 vbz d p-acp np1 np1? q-crq dt j vvg pp-f pno31? av av d n2 vvb pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1078
All, I mean where Christ is preached.
All, I mean where christ is preached.
av-d, pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vbz vvn.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1079
And that may be applied to them which the Evangelist affirmeth of the Jews, Iohn 1.11.
And that may be applied to them which the Evangelist Affirmeth of the jews, John 1.11.
cc cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq dt np1 vvz pp-f dt np2, np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 38
1080
He came unto his own, his own friends, his own Kindred, his own acquaintance, his own nation,
He Come unto his own, his own Friends, his own Kindred, his own acquaintance, his own Nation,
pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, po31 d n2, po31 d n1, po31 d n1, po31 d n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1081
yea people of his own Country: But though they were his own, they would not own him nor embrace him.
yea people of his own Country: But though they were his own, they would not own him nor embrace him.
uh n1 pp-f po31 d n1: cc-acp cs pns32 vbdr po31 d, pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 ccx vvi pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1082
He came unto his own, and his own received him not. He Come unto his own, and his own received him not.
pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc po31 d vvd pno31 xx.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1083
And so he comes to these men, and that with obsecrations, and entreaties too, and they clap the door against him,
And so he comes to these men, and that with Prayer, and entreaties too, and they clap the door against him,
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, cc cst p-acp n2, cc n2 av, cc pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1084
and shamefully g•ve him the repulse.
and shamefully g•ve him the repulse.
cc av-j vvi pno31 dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1085
They tell him in effect that he may go to those that need him, and look after him, or care for him.
They tell him in Effect that he may go to those that need him, and look After him, or care for him.
pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d cst vvb pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1086
For their parts, they will none of him, then which there cannot be a viler, or more ignominions usage in the world.
For their parts, they will none of him, then which there cannot be a Viler, or more ignominious usage in the world.
p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmb pix pp-f pno31, cs r-crq a-acp vmbx vbi dt jc, cc av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
167
Page 39
1087
They that despise and slight the blood of Christ, they dishonour Christ himself.
They that despise and slight the blood of christ, they dishonour christ himself.
pns32 d vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb np1 px31.
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1088
His blood you cannot chuse but think is dear to him, and the contemptuous usage of it reflects with high disparagement upon him.
His blood you cannot choose but think is dear to him, and the contemptuous usage of it reflects with high disparagement upon him.
po31 n1 pn22 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1089
But you will say who de pises Christs blood? are any so unworthy and so base among us? yes there are some such among us who use the blood of Christ as if they did account it an unholy thing,
But you will say who de pises Christ blood? Are any so unworthy and so base among us? yes there Are Some such among us who use the blood of christ as if they did account it an unholy thing,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi r-crq fw-fr vvz npg1 n1? vbr d av j cc av j p-acp pno12? uh a-acp vbr d d p-acp pno12 r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp cs pns32 vdd vvi pn31 dt j n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1090
as if it were but common blood, the blood of any ordinary creature which they might freely undervalue at their pleasure;
as if it were but Common blood, the blood of any ordinary creature which they might freely undervalue At their pleasure;
c-acp cs pn31 vbdr p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 r-crq pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp po32 n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1091
And so in doing this, they tread underfoot the son of God, as the Apostle speaks, Heb. 10.29.
And so in doing this, they tread underfoot the son of God, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 10.29.
cc av p-acp vdg d, pns32 vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1092
they throw him down, and tread him under foot, as if he were but dust,
they throw him down, and tread him under foot, as if he were but dust,
pns32 vvb pno31 a-acp, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1093
or dung, or some such base unworthy thing, which is the horriblest contempt that can be.
or dung, or Some such base unworthy thing, which is the horriblest contempt that can be.
cc n1, cc d d j j n1, r-crq vbz dt js n1 cst vmb vbi.
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1094
They tread under foot the Son of God, while they account his blood an unholy thing.
They tread under foot the Son of God, while they account his blood an unholy thing.
pns32 vvb p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vvb po31 n1 dt j n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
168
Page 39
1095
But who accounts it so you will demand? Why they that use it so, do in effect account it so,
But who accounts it so you will demand? Why they that use it so, do in Effect account it so,
cc-acp r-crq vvz pn31 av pn22 vmb vvi? c-crq pns32 cst vvb pn31 av, vdb p-acp vvi vvi pn31 av,
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1096
and truly there are multitudes of such among us.
and truly there Are Multitudes of such among us.
cc av-j pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f d p-acp pno12.
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1097
When ordinary blood is shed, as the blood of any beasts, you know, we make no reckoning of it, we look not after it, we spend not any thought upon it, it is shed and there's an end.
When ordinary blood is shed, as the blood of any beasts, you know, we make no reckoning of it, we look not After it, we spend not any Thought upon it, it is shed and there's an end.
c-crq j n1 vbz vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pn22 vvb, pns12 vvb dx n-vvg pp-f pn31, pns12 vvb xx p-acp pn31, pns12 vvb xx d n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz vvn cc pc-acp|vbz dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1098
And verily my brethren, there are many who make no more of the blood of Christ himself,
And verily my brothers, there Are many who make no more of the blood of christ himself,
cc av-j po11 n2, pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb av-dx dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 px31,
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1099
then if it were but common blood, then if an Ox, or any other beast were slain,
then if it were but Common blood, then if an Ox, or any other beast were slave,
av cs pn31 vbdr p-acp j n1, av cs dt n1, cc d j-jn n1 vbdr vvn,
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1100
and so account it an unholy thing.
and so account it an unholy thing.
cc av vvb pn31 dt j n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1101
They never think upon it, unless it be to swear by it, they never meditate upon the end for which he shed it,
They never think upon it, unless it be to swear by it, they never meditate upon the end for which he shed it,
pns32 av-x vvb p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pn31,
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1102
or the use which they ought to make of it.
or the use which they ought to make of it.
cc dt n1 r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31.
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1103
He shed his blood for us (saith the Apostle) that we should live no longer to our selves but to him that died for us.
He shed his blood for us (Says the Apostle) that we should live no longer to our selves but to him that died for us.
pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno12 (vvz dt n1) cst pns12 vmd vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp po12 n2 p-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvd p-acp pno12.
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1104
And yet how many are there who live wholly to themselves notwithstanding all this, who seek themselves, their own ends, their own things,
And yet how many Are there who live wholly to themselves notwithstanding all this, who seek themselves, their own ends, their own things,
cc av c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq j av-jn pc-acp px32 p-acp d d, r-crq vvb px32, po32 d n2, po32 d n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1105
and not the things of Jesus Christ?
and not the things of jesus christ?
cc xx dt n2 pp-f np1 np1?
(12) part (DIV2)
169
Page 39
1106
He loved his Church, and gave himself for it, that he might sanctifie and cleanse it, Eph. 5.25. that he might wash it in his own blood. Apoc. 1.5.
He loved his Church, and gave himself for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it, Ephesians 5.25. that he might wash it in his own blood. Apocalypse 1.5.
pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd px31 p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pn31, np1 crd. cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1. np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1107
And yet what multitudes are here among us, who are not cleansed, or washed to this day,
And yet what Multitudes Are Here among us, who Are not cleansed, or washed to this day,
cc av q-crq n2 vbr av p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr xx vvn, cc vvn p-acp d n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1108
but tumble in the Kennel still, wherein the swine of this world wallow? and so they make the Son of God,
but tumble in the Kennel still, wherein the Swine of this world wallow? and so they make the Son of God,
cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvi? cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1109
as much as in them lies, to suffer and to die in vain, they spill his precious blood upon the ground,
as much as in them lies, to suffer and to die in vain, they spill his precious blood upon the ground,
c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno32 vvz, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j, pns32 vvb po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1110
as if it were of no value:
as if it were of no valve:
c-acp cs pn31 vbdr pp-f dx n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1111
Christ shed his blood to this end that his people might be holy, and they will be impure still,
christ shed his blood to this end that his people might be holy, and they will be impure still,
np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cst po31 n1 vmd vbi j, cc pns32 vmb vbi j av,
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1112
and wallow in their lusts still.
and wallow in their Lustiest still.
cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 av.
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1113
They care not what become of it, let it be shed in vain for them, they reckon not.
They care not what become of it, let it be shed in vain for them, they reckon not.
pns32 vvb xx r-crq vvb pp-f pn31, vvb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp j c-acp pno32, pns32 vvb xx.
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1114
Oh what a high contempt is this to Jesus Christ!
O what a high contempt is this to jesus christ!
uh r-crq dt j n1 vbz d p-acp np1 np1!
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1115
These men as the Apostle speaks, tread underfoot the Son of God, they trample on him in Disdain;
These men as the Apostle speaks, tread underfoot the Son of God, they trample on him in Disdain;
np1 n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz, vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1116
and put him to the greatest shame that can be. They that despise and slight the spirit of Christ, dishonour Christ himself;
and put him to the greatest shame that can be. They that despise and slight the Spirit of christ, dishonour christ himself;
cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt js n1 cst vmb vbi. pns32 d vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 np1 px31;
(12) part (DIV2)
170
Page 39
1117
the Comforter the holy Spirit is the messenger of Christ, he is instead of Christ to his people, he represents him absent to the soul.
the Comforter the holy Spirit is the Messenger of christ, he is instead of christ to his people, he represents him absent to the soul.
dt n1 dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz av pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno31 j p-acp dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1118
And therefore he is said in Scripture to be with them, in that his holy Spirit is with them.
And Therefore he is said in Scripture to be with them, in that his holy Spirit is with them.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, p-acp cst po31 j n1 vbz p-acp pno32.
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1119
Behold I am with you alwayes, viz. by my Spirit to the end of the world, Mat. 28. ult. I will not leave you comfortless saith Christ to his Disciple, I will come to you, Iohn 14.18. he meaneth not by himself, but by his Spirit.
Behold I am with you always, viz. by my Spirit to the end of the world, Mathew 28. ult. I will not leave you comfortless Says christ to his Disciple, I will come to you, John 14.18. he means not by himself, but by his Spirit.
vvb pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av, n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd n1. pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 j vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, np1 crd. pns31 vvz xx p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1120
So that when the Spirit comes, Christ comes;
So that when the Spirit comes, christ comes;
av cst c-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 vvz;
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1121
and therefore it is added presently, At that time you shall know that I am in my Father,
and Therefore it is added presently, At that time you shall know that I am in my Father,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vvi cst pns11 vbm p-acp po11 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1122
and you in me, and I in you.
and you in me, and I in you.
cc pn22 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pn22.
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1123
So that if this sweet Messenger of Jesus Christ, who is to us instead of Christ, be ill-entreated by us, it is apparently a very great indignity to Christ himself.
So that if this sweet Messenger of jesus christ, who is to us instead of christ, be ill-entreated by us, it is apparently a very great indignity to christ himself.
av cst cs d j n1 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vbz p-acp pno12 av pp-f np1, vbb j p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz av-j dt j j n1 p-acp np1 px31.
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1124
And yet how often do we damp the holy motions of this Spirit in our hearts? When good desires and gracious purposes are raised and kindled there,
And yet how often do we damp the holy motions of this Spirit in our hearts? When good Desires and gracious Purposes Are raised and kindled there,
cc av q-crq av vdb pns12 n-jn dt j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n2? c-crq j n2 cc j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp,
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1125
how often do we smother them and put them out again? how frequently do we misuse him, who comes with counsel,
how often do we smother them and put them out again? how frequently do we misuse him, who comes with counsel,
c-crq av vdb pns12 vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32 av av? q-crq av-j vdb pns12 vvi pno31, r-crq vvz p-acp n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1126
and with comfort, and with grace, from such a choise and pretious friend as Christ is? How do we slight the seasonable caveats that the spirit gives us, either for our information,
and with Comfort, and with grace, from such a choice and precious friend as christ is? How do we slight the seasonable caveats that the Spirit gives us, either for our information,
cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1 vbz? q-crq vdb pns12 vvi dt j n2 cst dt n1 vvz pno12, av-d p-acp po12 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1127
or else for our consolation, and what is this upon the matter, but to despise and slight Christ?
or Else for our consolation, and what is this upon the matter, but to despise and slight christ?
cc av p-acp po12 n1, cc r-crq vbz d p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc j np1?
(12) part (DIV2)
171
Page 40
1128
They that despise and slight the Messengers and the Embassadors of Christ, they dishonour Christ himself.
They that despise and slight the Messengers and the ambassadors of christ, they dishonour christ himself.
pns32 d vvi cc vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb np1 px31.
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1129
He is in this respect at the same hand that Princes are, the wrongs and the indignities that are done to those they send, they take as offered to themselves;
He is in this respect At the same hand that Princes Are, the wrongs and the indignities that Are done to those they send, they take as offered to themselves;
pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp dt d n1 cst n2 vbr, dt n2-jn cc dt n2 cst vbr vdn p-acp d pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb c-acp vvn p-acp px32;
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1130
and truly so doth Jesus Christ.
and truly so does jesus christ.
cc av-j av vdz np1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1131
His Ministers, the Preachers, and Dispensers of his Gospel, are his Embassadors to men, they are instead of Christ,
His Ministers, the Preachers, and Dispensers of his Gospel, Are his ambassadors to men, they Are instead of christ,
po31 n2, dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr po31 n2 p-acp n2, pns32 vbr av pp-f np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1132
as the Apostle Pauls expression is, 2 Cor. 5.20. Now then we are Embassadors for Christ, we pray you in Christs stead;
as the Apostle Paul's expression is, 2 Cor. 5.20. Now then we Are ambassadors for christ, we pray you in Christ stead;
c-acp dt n1 npg1 n1 vbz, crd np1 crd. av cs pns12 vbr n2 p-acp np1, pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp npg1 n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1133
and they that injure or dishonour those that are for Christ, and that are in Christs stead, must needs dishonour Christ himself.
and they that injure or dishonour those that Are for christ, and that Are in Christ stead, must needs dishonour christ himself.
cc pns32 cst vvi cc vvi d cst vbr p-acp np1, cc d vbr p-acp npg1 n1, vmb av vvi np1 px31.
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1134
Our Saviour is express and plain for this to his Apostles, Luke 10.16. He that despiseth you despiseth me;
Our Saviour is express and plain for this to his Apostles, Lycia 10.16. He that despises you despises me;
po12 n1 vbz j cc j p-acp d p-acp po31 n2, av crd. pns31 cst vvz pn22 vvz pno11;
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1135
and he that despiseth me, despiseth him that sent me. q. d. My Father sent me, and therefore he that despiseth, me despiseth him.
and he that despises me, despises him that sent me. q. worser. My Father sent me, and Therefore he that despises, me despises him.
cc pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz pno31 cst vvd pno11. vvd. sy. po11 n1 vvd pno11, cc av pns31 cst vvz, pno11 vvz pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1136
And I send you, and therefore he that despiseth you, despiseth me:
And I send you, and Therefore he that despises you, despises me:
cc pns11 vvb pn22, cc av pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz pno11:
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1137
I shall say little of this Argument, for fear of misconstruction, I shall but leave it to your selves to judge whether Christ be in this respect despised and dishonoured, yea, or no.
I shall say little of this Argument, for Fear of misconstruction, I shall but leave it to your selves to judge whither christ be in this respect despised and dishonoured, yea, or no.
pns11 vmb vvi j pp-f d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi cs np1 vbb p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn, uh, cc uh-dx.
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1138
Whether he be abused in those whom he hath sent, whose labours he hath blessed,
Whither he be abused in those whom he hath sent, whose labours he hath blessed,
cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, rg-crq n2 pns31 vhz vvn,
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1139
and to whom he hath given the seals of their Ministry, I hope they will not much complain to any,
and to whom he hath given the Seals of their Ministry, I hope they will not much complain to any,
cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, pns11 vvb pns32 vmb xx d vvi p-acp d,
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1140
but to Christ that sent them, and if he be resolved to bear it, I make no question he will give them grace and strength to bear it too,
but to christ that sent them, and if he be resolved to bear it, I make no question he will give them grace and strength to bear it too,
cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvd pno32, cc cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, pns11 vvb dx n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av,
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1141
and to profit much by it.
and to profit much by it.
cc pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp pn31.
(12) part (DIV2)
172
Page 40
1142
They that fall away from Christ after some acquaintance with him, they dishonour and disgrace him.
They that fallen away from christ After Some acquaintance with him, they dishonour and disgrace him.
pns32 d vvb av p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vvb cc vvi pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 40
1143
For in deserting him, they seem to tell the world that there is nothing in him why we should desire him.
For in deserting him, they seem to tell the world that there is nothing in him why we should desire him.
p-acp p-acp vvg pno31, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno31 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 40
1280
if we be serviceable to the end for which he made us, he will keep us, and preserve us:
if we be serviceable to the end for which he made us, he will keep us, and preserve us:
cs pns12 vbb j p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno12, pns31 vmb vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12:
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1144
They have tried him, and they find him by experience to be such a one as is not worth the keeping any longer.
They have tried him, and they find him by experience to be such a one as is not worth the keeping any longer.
pns32 vhb vvn pno31, cc pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi d dt pi a-acp vbz xx j dt vvg d av-jc.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 40
1145
And therefore the Apostle, speaking of Apostates, saith that they put Christ to open shame, for that is his expression, Heb. 6.9. if they fall away, saith he, they crucifie the Son of God afresh, and put him to open shame.
And Therefore the Apostle, speaking of Apostates, Says that they put christ to open shame, for that is his expression, Hebrew 6.9. if they fallen away, Says he, they crucify the Son of God afresh, and put him to open shame.
cc av dt n1, vvg pp-f n2, vvz cst pns32 vvd np1 p-acp j n1, p-acp d vbz po31 n1, np1 crd. cs pns32 vvb av, vvz pns31, pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 40
1146
A servant looks upon it as a shame and a disparagement if he be put away:
A servant looks upon it as a shame and a disparagement if he be put away:
dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 cs pns31 vbb vvn av:
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1147
So if a Servant leave his Master (if the reason be not known) it is some disgrace to him.
So if a Servant leave his Master (if the reason be not known) it is Some disgrace to him.
av cs dt n1 vvb po31 n1 (cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn) pn31 vbz d n1 p-acp pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1148
Men are very apt to think that he is a hard Master, that he is faulty in some kind or other,
Men Are very apt to think that he is a hard Master, that he is faulty in Some kind or other,
n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, cst pns31 vbz j p-acp d n1 cc j-jn,
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1149
and that he deals not well with those that serve him.
and that he deals not well with those that serve him.
cc cst pns31 vvz xx av p-acp d cst vvb pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1150
And so when men forsake the service of the Lord Christ, they make the world believe that he is an ill Master, that there is better wages,
And so when men forsake the service of the Lord christ, they make the world believe that he is an ill Master, that there is better wages,
cc av c-crq n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, pns32 vvb dt n1 vvb cst pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1, cst pc-acp vbz j n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1151
and more content and satisfaction to be had in the service of sin then the service of Christ;
and more content and satisfaction to be had in the service of since then the service of christ;
cc av-dc j cc n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av dt n1 pp-f np1;
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1152
And is not this a great dishonour to him? And yet how many are there in these latter times, who bring disparagement to Jesus Christ by this means,
And is not this a great dishonour to him? And yet how many Are there in these latter times, who bring disparagement to jesus christ by this means,
cc vbz xx d dt j n1 p-acp pno31? cc av c-crq d vbr a-acp p-acp d d n2, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1153
and make his service despicable in the eyes of others? How many have withdrawn from Jesus Christ of late, given over waiting on his holy Ordinances,
and make his service despicable in the eyes of Others? How many have withdrawn from jesus christ of late, given over waiting on his holy Ordinances,
cc vvi po31 n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn? c-crq d vhb vvn p-acp np1 np1 pp-f av-j, vvn p-acp vvg p-acp po31 j n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1154
and left performing of those duties to him which they were wont exactly, and constantly, and duly to discharge.
and left performing of those duties to him which they were wont exactly, and constantly, and duly to discharge.
cc vvd vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp pno31 r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av-j, cc av-j, cc av-jn pc-acp vvi.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1155
They talk of Christian Liberty, and this they take to be from the service of Christ,
They talk of Christian Liberty, and this they take to be from the service of christ,
pns32 vvb pp-f njp n1, cc d pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1156
whereas it is indeed from the service of sin:
whereas it is indeed from the service of since:
cs pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1157
And so they are more loose, and careless, and remiss, and negligent then they have been in former times.
And so they Are more lose, and careless, and remiss, and negligent then they have been in former times.
cc av pns32 vbr av-dc j, cc j, cc j, cc j cs pns32 vhb vbn p-acp j n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1158
These men disgrace Christ, whom God hath set himself to honour, and so they cross him in his great design.
These men disgrace christ, whom God hath Set himself to honour, and so they cross him in his great Design.
np1 n2 n1 np1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp n1, cc av pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 j n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
173
Page 41
1159
Now, I beseech you, think upon it, you that dishonour Christ, in any of the ways forementioned,
Now, I beseech you, think upon it, you that dishonour christ, in any of the ways forementioned,
av, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb p-acp pn31, pn22 cst vvb np1, p-acp d pp-f dt n2 vvn,
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1160
or in any other way, let it be what it will: Remember that it is the purpose and design of God to glorifie his Son Christ;
or in any other Way, let it be what it will: remember that it is the purpose and Design of God to Glorify his Son christ;
cc p-acp d j-jn n1, vvb pn31 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb: vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1;
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1161
and what then will become of you, who thwart with him, who seek as much as lies in you to hinder him from execution of that which he is so intent upon? Will he take it at your hands? Nay,
and what then will become of you, who thwart with him, who seek as much as lies in you to hinder him from execution of that which he is so intent upon? Will he take it At your hands? Nay,
cc q-crq av vmb vvi pp-f pn22, r-crq vvb p-acp pno31, r-crq vvb p-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 vbz av n1 p-acp? n1 pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2? uh-x,
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1162
if he send his Son among you, and say, as in the Parable, Luke 20.13.
if he send his Son among you, and say, as in the Parable, Lycia 20.13.
cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n1, av crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1163
They will reverence my Son, and you upon the other side, neglect him and contemn him,They will Reverence my Son, and you upon the other side, neglect him and contemn him,
pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc pn22 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1164
and abase him every way, he will be out of patience with you, to be thus crossed by wretched men;
and abase him every Way, he will be out of patience with you, to be thus crossed by wretched men;
cc vvi pno31 d n1, pns31 vmb vbi av pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp j n2;
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1165
he will certainly destroy you, he will make you know the price of slighting and despising him, whose honour is as dear and tender to him as his own.
he will Certainly destroy you, he will make you know the price of slighting and despising him, whose honour is as dear and tender to him as his own.
pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn22, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg pno31, rg-crq n1 vbz a-acp j-jn cc j p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 d.
(12) part (DIV2)
174
Page 41
1166
Is it so, that it hath been the design, & c? Then be we all exhorted to comply with God, in this great design of his,
Is it so, that it hath been the Design, & c? Then be we all exhorted to comply with God, in this great Design of his,
vbz pn31 av, cst pn31 vhz vbn dt n1, cc sy? av vbb po12 d vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp d j n1 pp-f png31,
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1167
and to promote it to the utmost of our power.
and to promote it to the utmost of our power.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1168
Let us endeavour every way to help him in that which he is so intent upon, the glorifying of his Son Christ.
Let us endeavour every Way to help him in that which he is so intent upon, the glorifying of his Son christ.
vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz av n1 p-acp, dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1169
Its true, God needs not any of our help, he can do his own work, and bring his own design and purposes to pass without us;
Its true, God needs not any of our help, he can do his own work, and bring his own Design and Purposes to pass without us;
po31 j, np1 vvz xx d pp-f po12 n1, pns31 vmb vdi po31 d n1, cc vvi po31 d n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12;
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1170
he can glorifie his Son, whether we poor simple Creatures will or no:
he can Glorify his Son, whither we poor simple Creatures will or no:
pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cs pns12 j j n2 vmb cc dx:
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1171
but yet in any case wherein we may be instrumental to him, wherein we may be usefull any way to further that which he intendeth, he expects that we should come to the help of the Lord,
but yet in any case wherein we may be instrumental to him, wherein we may be useful any Way to further that which he intends, he expects that we should come to the help of the Lord,
cc-acp av p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j d n1 p-acp jc cst r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1172
as the expression is, though in another case, Judg. 5.23.
as the expression is, though in Another case, Judges 5.23.
c-acp dt n1 vbz, cs p-acp j-jn n1, np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1173
and therefore let us seriously consider what our duty is, and let us set up Jesus Christ,
and Therefore let us seriously Consider what our duty is, and let us Set up jesus christ,
cc av vvb pno12 av-j vvi r-crq po12 n1 vbz, cc vvb pno12 vvi a-acp np1 np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1174
and glorifie him to the utmost of our power. And here I shall propound two things, which I shall orderly pursue;
and Glorify him to the utmost of our power. And Here I shall propound two things, which I shall orderly pursue;
cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1. cc av pns11 vmb vvi crd n2, r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi;
(12) part (DIV2)
175
Page 41
1175
First, let us advance his glory, when it is without our own: and Secondly, let us advance his glory, when it is against our own.
First, let us advance his glory, when it is without our own: and Secondly, let us advance his glory, when it is against our own.
ord, vvb pno12 vvi po31 n1, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po12 d: cc ord, vvb pno12 vvi po31 n1, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po12 d.
(12) part (DIV2)
176
Page 41
1176
Let us set up his glory when it is without our own, when we have no glory by it,
Let us Set up his glory when it is without our own, when we have no glory by it,
vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po31 n1 c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po12 d, c-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 41
1177
when we have no glory with it.
when we have no glory with it.
c-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 41
1178
There be many in the World, that seem to glorifie the Lord Christ, when his glory and their own concur,
There be many in the World, that seem to Glorify the Lord christ, when his glory and their own concur,
pc-acp vbi d p-acp dt n1, cst vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1, c-crq po31 n1 cc po32 d vvi,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 41
1179
and come together in a Line:
and come together in a Line:
cc vvb av p-acp dt n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 41
1180
When Christ, and they may be set up together, when they advance and raise themselves in raising and advancing him, they are very well content.
When christ, and they may be Set up together, when they advance and raise themselves in raising and advancing him, they Are very well content.
c-crq np1, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av, c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi px32 p-acp vvg cc vvg pno31, pns32 vbr av av j.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1181
As this was Jehues case, you know, his interest and Gods did meet, in rooting out the Line of Ahab, so that he seemed to be zealous for the Lord of Hosts,
As this was Jehu's case, you know, his Interest and God's did meet, in rooting out the Line of Ahab, so that he seemed to be zealous for the Lord of Hosts,
p-acp d vbds npg1 n1, pn22 vvb, po31 n1 cc n2 vdd vvi, p-acp j-vvg av dt n1 pp-f np1, av cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1182
when he was zealous only for himself, and for the greatness and the glory of his own house.
when he was zealous only for himself, and for the greatness and the glory of his own house.
c-crq pns31 vbds j av-j p-acp px31, cc p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1183
But when the glory of the Lord comes single, and alone, and naked to them,
But when the glory of the Lord comes single, and alone, and naked to them,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz j, cc av-j, cc j p-acp pno32,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1184
so that they have nothing to quicken and encourage them to such a work, to such a duty, but his honour only;
so that they have nothing to quicken and encourage them to such a work, to such a duty, but his honour only;
av cst pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1, cc-acp po31 n1 av-j;
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1185
as for their own part, they are like to get disparagement among the greater part of men,
as for their own part, they Are like to get disparagement among the greater part of men,
c-acp p-acp po32 d n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1186
and to be disgraced by it, they will not stir, they will do nothing in such a case as this is.
and to be disgraced by it, they will not stir, they will do nothing in such a case as this is.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vmb vdi pix p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1187
A Magistrate it may be will be very earnest in taking course with those exorbitancies and abuses which dishonour Christ,
A Magistrate it may be will be very earnest in taking course with those Extravagancies and Abuses which dishonour christ,
dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi vmb vbi av j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq n1 np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1188
as long as he himself may attain to honour by it, and be applauded every where for his integrity,
as long as he himself may attain to honour by it, and be applauded every where for his integrity,
c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 px31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc vbi vvn d c-crq p-acp po31 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1189
and zeal, and courage, and uprightness.
and zeal, and courage, and uprightness.
cc n1, cc n1, cc n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1190
But when he meets with scoffs and taunts on every side, when he comes to be affronted and disgraced,
But when he meets with scoffs and taunts on every side, when he comes to be affronted and disgraced,
p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1191
and blasted for his forwardness, and to be looked upon as a pragmatical, and busie man, he thinks it better to give over and be quiet.
and blasted for his forwardness, and to be looked upon as a pragmatical, and busy man, he thinks it better to give over and be quiet.
cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j, cc j n1, pns31 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vbi j-jn.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1192
A Minister, it may be, will be painfull in his Calling, very diligent in Preaching in season and out of season,
A Minister, it may be, will be painful in his Calling, very diligent in Preaching in season and out of season,
dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi, vmb vbi j p-acp po31 vvg, av j p-acp vvg p-acp n1 cc av pp-f n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1193
while he may be commended and admired;
while he may be commended and admired;
cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn;
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1194
but when he misses his expected honour and applause, he is like a becalmed Ship at Sea,
but when he misses his expected honour and applause, he is like a becalmed Ship At Sea,
cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz po31 j-vvn n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz av-j dt vvn n1 p-acp n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1195
and stirs no longer then the breath of people drives him.
and stirs no longer then the breath of people drives him.
cc vvz dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1196
And so a private person, it may be, will be very holy and precise, very constant,
And so a private person, it may be, will be very holy and precise, very constant,
cc av dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi, vmb vbi av j cc j, av j,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1197
and very diligent in duty, very exact in waiting on the Ordinances, and the like,
and very diligent in duty, very exact in waiting on the Ordinances, and the like,
cc av j p-acp n1, av j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2, cc dt j,
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1198
as long as those things gain him reputation and esteem with those to whom he would approve himself.
as long as those things gain him reputation and esteem with those to whom he would approve himself.
c-acp av-j c-acp d n2 vvi pno31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi px31.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1199
But when they come once to be looked upon as matter of disparagement, and when he is disgraced for them, he hath done with these courses.
But when they come once to be looked upon as matter of disparagement, and when he is disgraced for them, he hath done with these courses.
p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vhz vdn p-acp d n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
177
Page 42
1200
These men do glorifie themselves, and not Christ, at least they glorifie him with relation to themselves,
These men do Glorify themselves, and not christ, At lest they Glorify him with Relation to themselves,
d n2 vdb vvi px32, cc xx np1, p-acp cs pns32 vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp px32,
(12) part (DIV2)
178
Page 42
1201
and make his glory but a means to the attainment of their own; so that their utmost end is really their own glory;
and make his glory but a means to the attainment of their own; so that their utmost end is really their own glory;
cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d; av cst po32 j n1 vbz av-j po32 d n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
178
Page 42
1202
so that however it may seem, they do not truly joyn with God in the accomplishment of this design of his, touching the glorifying of his Son Christ.
so that however it may seem, they do not truly join with God in the accomplishment of this Design of his, touching the glorifying of his Son christ.
av d c-acp pn31 vmb vvi, pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, vvg dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
178
Page 42
1203
Now, I beseech you, my Beloved, let us not be like these men, let us advance the Son of God single, let us set up his glory when it is without our own.
Now, I beseech you, my beloved, let us not be like these men, let us advance the Son of God single, let us Set up his glory when it is without our own.
av, pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 xx vbi av-j d n2, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po31 n1 c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po12 d.
(12) part (DIV2)
178
Page 42
1204
Nay, to go further yet, let us set up his glory where it is against our own, which is the second thing proposed;
Nay, to go further yet, let us Set up his glory where it is against our own, which is the second thing proposed;
uh, pc-acp vvi av-jc av, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po31 n1 c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po12 d, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 vvn;
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1205
when we are no gainers by it, but rather losers in our own honour.
when we Are no gainers by it, but rather losers in our own honour.
c-crq pns12 vbr dx n2 p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-c n2 p-acp po12 d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1206
And thus the Saints of God have done, as I shall give you divers instances out of the Scripture,
And thus the Saints of God have done, as I shall give you diverse instances out of the Scripture,
cc av dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vdn, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j n2 av pp-f dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1207
because the thing is difficult, and will need the more enforcing.
Because the thing is difficult, and will need the more enforcing.
c-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc vmb vvi dt av-dc vvg.
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1208
John the Baptist was much cryed up among the people, as if he had been the Messias:John the Baptist was much cried up among the people, as if he had been the Messias:
np1 dt n1 vbds av-d vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn dt np1:
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1209
Many men, if they had been in his place, would have nourished these conceits, and taken to themselves those foolish attributions:
Many men, if they had been in his place, would have nourished these conceits, and taken to themselves those foolish attributions:
d n2, cs pns32 vhd vbn p-acp po31 n1, vmd vhi vvn d n2, cc vvn p-acp px32 d j n2:
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1210
But he is so far from this, that he endeavors every way to put them off from him, There comes one after me, who is mightier then I, the latchet of whose shoo I am not worthy to stoop down and unloose, Mar. 1.8, 9. I indeed have baptized you with water,
But he is so Far from this, that he endeavors every Way to put them off from him, There comes one After me, who is Mightier then I, the latchet of whose shoo I am not worthy to stoop down and unloose, Mar. 1.8, 9. I indeed have baptised you with water,
cc-acp pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp d, cst pns31 n2 d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvz pi p-acp pno11, r-crq vbz jc cs pns11, dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi, np1 crd, crd pns11 av vhb vvn pn22 p-acp n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1211
but he shall baptize you with the holy Ghost.
but he shall baptise you with the holy Ghost.
cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1212
q.d. You question whether I be Christ or no, and thus you magnifie me, and applaud me,Q.d You question whither I be christ or not, and thus you magnify me, and applaud me,
n1 pn22 n1 cs pns11 vbb np1 cc xx, cc av pn22 vvb pno11, cc vvb pno11,
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 42
1213
and attribute that to me which indeed belongs to Christ.
and attribute that to me which indeed belongs to christ.
cc vvi cst p-acp pno11 r-crq av vvz p-acp np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 43
1214
But I must tell you plainly, I am not the Christ (as in another place he doth) I am no body to him, I am not worthy to unty his shoes, to do the meanest Office that belongs to him:
But I must tell you plainly, I am not the christ (as in Another place he does) I am no body to him, I am not worthy to untie his shoes, to do the Meanest Office that belongs to him:
p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j, pns11 vbm xx dt np1 (c-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vdz) pns11 vbm dx n1 p-acp pno31, pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vdi dt js n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31:
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 43
1215
And for the Ministry, my Art is outward, and not to be compared with his, I indeed baptize, &c. And in another place he shews the very same temper, Iohn 3.30 He must increase, but I must decrease.
And for the Ministry, my Art is outward, and not to be compared with his, I indeed baptise, etc. And in Another place he shows the very same temper, John 3.30 He must increase, but I must decrease.
cc p-acp dt n1, po11 n1 vbz j, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp png31, pns11 av vvi, av cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz dt j d n1, np1 crd pns31 vmb vvi, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi.
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 43
1216
q.d. It must be so, and I am very well content, so he increase, and so his glory grow, I care not though I wane and wither in my honour,Q.d It must be so, and I am very well content, so he increase, and so his glory grow, I care not though I wane and wither in my honour,
n1 pn31 vmb vbi av, cc pns11 vbm av av j, av pns31 vvb, cc av po31 n1 vvi, pns11 vvb xx cs pns11 n1 cc vvi p-acp po11 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 43
1217
and in the reputation and esteem which I have among the people. So the Apostles, when the people ascribed the Miracle which they had done to them,
and in the reputation and esteem which I have among the people. So the Apostles, when the people ascribed the Miracle which they had done to them,
cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns11 vhb p-acp dt n1. av dt n2, c-crq dt n1 vvd dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vdn p-acp pno32,
(12) part (DIV2)
179
Page 43
1218
how did they shake away this honour from them? Acts 3.12. Ye men of Israel, why look you so earnestly on us, as if by our own power or holiness, we had made this man whole:
how did they shake away this honour from them? Acts 3.12. You men of Israel, why look you so earnestly on us, as if by our own power or holiness, we had made this man Whole:
q-crq vdd pns32 vvi av d n1 p-acp pno32? vvz crd. pn22 n2 pp-f np1, q-crq vvb pn22 av av-j p-acp pno12, c-acp cs p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1, pns12 vhd vvn d n1 j-jn:
(12) part (DIV2)
180
Page 43
1219
no, God hath done it to glorifie his Son Christ, in prosecution of this great design,
no, God hath done it to Glorify his Son christ, in prosecution of this great Design,
dx, np1 vhz vdn pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
180
Page 43
1220
as it is added there in that place.
as it is added there in that place.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
180
Page 43
1221
And when was Paul in such a heat, as when the people took Barnabas and him for gods,
And when was Paul in such a heat, as when the people took Barnabas and him for God's,
cc c-crq vbds np1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd np1 cc pno31 p-acp n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
181
Page 43
1222
and would have offered sacrifice unto them? Act. 14.13.
and would have offered sacrifice unto them? Act. 14.13.
cc vmd vhi vvn n1 p-acp pno32? n1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
181
Page 43
1223
When they heard what was done, they rent their cloaths, and ran in among the people, crying out, When they herd what was done, they rend their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out,
c-crq pns32 vvd r-crq vbds vdn, pns32 vvb po32 n2, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvg av,
(12) part (DIV2)
181
Page 43
1224
and saying, Sirs, why do ye these things? you think us to be Gods,
and saying, Sirs, why do you these things? you think us to be God's,
cc vvg, n2, q-crq vdb pn22 d n2? pn22 vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
181
Page 43
1225
but we are men of like passions with your selves, and preach unto you that you should turn from these vanities, unto the living God. but we Are men of like passion with your selves, and preach unto you that you should turn from these vanities, unto the living God.
cc-acp pns12 vbr n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp pn22 cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp dt j-vvg np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
181
Page 43
1226
You see they labour to advance the Lord, by taking off those high conceits which the people had of them.
You see they labour to advance the Lord, by taking off those high conceits which the people had of them.
pn22 vvb pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg a-acp d j n2 r-crq dt n1 vhd pp-f pno32.
(12) part (DIV2)
181
Page 43
1227
Now I beseech you my beloved, let the same minde be in us that was in these men.
Now I beseech you my Beloved, let the same mind be in us that was in these men.
av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvb dt d n1 vbi p-acp pno12 d vbds p-acp d n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
1228
Let us not regard a jot what becomes of our honour, so the design of our God go forward touching the glorifying of his Son. And let us say as Iacob in another place, So Christ be glorified, we have enough.
Let us not regard a jot what becomes of our honour, so the Design of our God go forward touching the glorifying of his Son. And let us say as Iacob in Another place, So christ be glorified, we have enough.
vvb pno12 xx vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz pp-f po12 n1, av dt n1 pp-f po12 np1 vvi av-j vvg dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j-jn n1, av np1 vbb vvn, pns12 vhb av-d.
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
1231
but how you may extirpate sin, which dishonours Jesus Christ, and root out evil doers from the City of the Lord:
but how you may extirpate since, which dishonours jesus christ, and root out evil doers from the city of the Lord:
cc-acp c-crq pn22 vmb vvi n1, r-crq vvz np1 np1, cc vvi av j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
1232
and if you be abused for this, if loose contentious people tax you, and run out upon you;
and if you be abused for this, if lose contentious people Tax you, and run out upon you;
cc cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp d, cs j j n1 vvb pn22, cc vvi av p-acp pn22;
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
1233
if Drunkards in their Ale make Songs upon you, do you despise the shame as Christ did,
if Drunkards in their Ale make Songs upon you, do you despise the shame as christ did,
cs n2 p-acp po32 n1 vvi n2 p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 c-acp np1 vdd,
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
1234
so you may bring him any glory?
so you may bring him any glory?
av pn22 vmb vvi pno31 d n1?
(12) part (DIV2)
182
Page 43
1235
So we that are the Ministers of Christ, let this be our endeavour to advance and set up Christ;
So we that Are the Ministers of christ, let this be our endeavour to advance and Set up christ;
av pns12 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb d vbb po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp np1;
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1236
let us study such a way, and follow such a course as will glorifie him most,
let us study such a Way, and follow such a course as will Glorify him most,
vvb pno12 vvi d dt n1, cc vvi d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi pno31 av-ds,
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1237
though it redound not to our own honour.
though it redound not to our own honour.
cs pn31 vvb xx p-acp po12 d n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1238
Let us not make this our aim, how we may carry matters, so that we may be admired and magnified, that we may be accounted eloquent and learned, and the like;
Let us not make this our aim, how we may carry matters, so that we may be admired and magnified, that we may be accounted eloquent and learned, and the like;
vvb pno12 xx vvi d po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n2, av cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn j cc j, cc dt j;
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1239
but that the people may be edified, and that they may be won to Jesus Christ:
but that the people may be edified, and that they may be wone to jesus christ:
cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1:
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1240
That way of preaching, be it what it will, which serveth best to these ends, let us endeavour after,
That Way of preaching, be it what it will, which serves best to these ends, let us endeavour After,
cst n1 pp-f vvg, vbb pn31 q-crq pn31 vmb, r-crq vvz js p-acp d n2, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp,
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1241
yea and though it should be prejudicial to our own glory, though it should eclipse us.
yea and though it should be prejudicial to our own glory, though it should eclipse us.
uh cc cs pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp po12 d n1, cs pn31 vmd vvi pno12.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1242
What saith the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 4.5. I preach not my self, but the Lord Iesus Christ.
What Says the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 4.5. I preach not my self, but the Lord Iesus christ.
q-crq vvz dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd. pns11 vvb xx po11 n1, cc-acp dt n1 np1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1243
It is not my intention to set up my self, that I may be looked upon, that my abilities may be applauded and admired;
It is not my intention to Set up my self, that I may be looked upon, that my abilities may be applauded and admired;
pn31 vbz xx po11 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, cst po11 n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn;
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1244
no, I regard not though I be concealed, though I be hid among the croud,
no, I regard not though I be concealed, though I be hid among the crowd,
uh-dx, pns11 vvb xx cs pns11 vbb vvn, cs pns11 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 43
1245
so as Jesus Christ appear, so as the affections and thoughts of men be set on him,
so as jesus christ appear, so as the affections and thoughts of men be Set on him,
av c-acp np1 np1 vvi, av c-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1246
so he be represented to the people in his glory:
so he be represented to the people in his glory:
av pns31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1247
I preach not my self, but the Lord Iesus Christ, and my self your servant for Jesus his sake.I preach not my self, but the Lord Iesus christ, and my self your servant for jesus his sake.
pns11 vvb xx po11 n1, cc-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc po11 n1 po22 n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1248
And so for private Christians, let us seriously consider what the Lord expects from us, and how intent he is on this business, and let us strive to serve him,
And so for private Christians, let us seriously Consider what the Lord expects from us, and how intent he is on this business, and let us strive to serve him,
cc av p-acp j np1, vvb pno12 av-j vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, cc c-crq n1 pns31 vbz p-acp d n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1249
and be instrumental to him in this great design of his.
and be instrumental to him in this great Design of his.
cc vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png31.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1250
Let us make this our work and business, how we may glorifie the Lord Christ, become what will of our esteem and reputation in the world.
Let us make this our work and business, how we may Glorify the Lord christ, become what will of our esteem and reputation in the world.
vvb pno12 vvi d po12 n1 cc n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 np1, vvb r-crq vmb pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1251
And this, because it is a hard lesson, I shall excite you to the learning and the practising of it, with a few motives.
And this, Because it is a hard Lesson, I shall excite you to the learning and the practising of it, with a few motives.
cc d, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc dt vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp dt d n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
183
Page 44
1252
Consider wherefore you were made and placed in the world;
Consider Wherefore you were made and placed in the world;
vvb c-crq pn22 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1253
what, to set up your selves, and to advance your own honour? No, but to glorifie the Lord Christ;
what, to Set up your selves, and to advance your own honour? No, but to Glorify the Lord christ;
r-crq, pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po22 d n1? uh-dx, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1254
this was the end of your Creation; All things were created by him, and for him, saith the Apostle, Col. 1.16.
this was the end of your Creation; All things were created by him, and for him, Says the Apostle, Col. 1.16.
d vbds dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1256
Now a thing may be made either for the need and conveniency, or else for the honour and glory of him for whom it is made.
Now a thing may be made either for the need and conveniency, or Else for the honour and glory of him for whom it is made.
av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1257
As great men in their houses, have been always wont to have some things for use, and others for pomp.
As great men in their houses, have been always wont to have Some things for use, and Others for pomp.
p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2, vhb vbn av j pc-acp vhi d n2 p-acp n1, cc n2-jn p-acp n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1258
Now Jesus Christ made nothing in the world for need; he needs not us for any thing that we can do;
Now jesus christ made nothing in the world for need; he needs not us for any thing that we can do;
av np1 np1 vvd pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; pns31 vvz xx pno12 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmb vdi;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1259
for he was absolutely full and perfect, and compleat, before we had a being in the world;
for he was absolutely full and perfect, and complete, before we had a being in the world;
c-acp pns31 vbds av-j j cc j, cc j, c-acp pns12 vhd dt vbg p-acp dt n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1260
or had it not been so, undoubtedly he would have made us sooner, he would not have remained so long without us.
or had it not been so, undoubtedly he would have made us sooner, he would not have remained so long without us.
cc vhd pn31 xx vbn av, av-j pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno12 av-c, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn av av-j p-acp pno12.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1261
So then he made us for his glory, that was the end he aimed at in our Creation:
So then he made us for his glory, that was the end he aimed At in our Creation:
av cs pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbds dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp po12 n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1262
And therefore it concerneth us to see that we answer this end, and that we glorifie the Lord Christ:
And Therefore it concerns us to see that we answer this end, and that we Glorify the Lord christ:
cc av pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb d n1, cc cst pns12 vvi dt n1 np1:
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1263
Or if we do not so;
Or if we do not so;
cc cs pns12 vdb xx av;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1264
first, our sin is very great, we sin against the great, the utmost end of our Creation:
First, our since is very great, we sin against the great, the utmost end of our Creation:
ord, po12 n1 vbz av j, pns12 vvb p-acp dt j, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1:
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1265
And secondly, our danger is very great, and we are in extreamest peril of destruction.
And secondly, our danger is very great, and we Are in Extremest peril of destruction.
cc ord, po12 n1 vbz av j, cc pns12 vbr p-acp js-jn n1 pp-f n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1266
Any thing that is unusefull, or unserviceable to the end that it was made, is fit for nothing else but ruine.
Any thing that is unuseful, or unserviceable to the end that it was made, is fit for nothing Else but ruin.
d n1 cst vbz j, cc j p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vbds vvn, vbz j p-acp pix av cc-acp n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1267
We make a fire to warm us, and to dress our meat, but if it fall a burning of the house, we put it out if we be able:
We make a fire to warm us, and to dress our meat, but if it fallen a burning of the house, we put it out if we be able:
pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc-acp cs pn31 vvb dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb pn31 av cs pns12 vbb j:
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1268
A hatchet or a knife is made to cut, but when it comes to have no edge at all,
A hatchet or a knife is made to Cut, but when it comes to have no edge At all,
dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp d,
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1269
so that it will not do the business that it serveth for, we throw it by into a corner, and provide another.
so that it will not do the business that it serves for, we throw it by into a corner, and provide Another.
av cst pn31 vmb xx vdi dt n1 cst pn31 vvz p-acp, pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvi j-jn.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1270
A Potter makes a vessel to keep liquid things, but if it have a crack,
A Potter makes a vessel to keep liquid things, but if it have a Crac,
dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, cc-acp cs pn31 vhb dt n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1271
or hole in it, so that it will not serve for that purpose, he even dashes it in pieces.
or hold in it, so that it will not serve for that purpose, he even Dashes it in Pieces.
cc n1 p-acp pn31, av cst pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 av vvz pn31 p-acp n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1272
So Jesus Christ hath made us for himself, his own glory;
So jesus christ hath made us for himself, his own glory;
av np1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp px31, po31 d n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1273
but if we be unserviceable to this end, and if he finde we do not glorifie him,
but if we be unserviceable to this end, and if he find we do not Glorify him,
cc-acp cs pns12 vbb j p-acp d n1, cc cs pns31 vvb pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1274
but dishonour him, and shame him, he will break us with a rod of iron, and dash us in pieces like a Potters vessel.
but dishonour him, and shame him, he will break us with a rod of iron, and dash us in Pieces like a Potters vessel.
cc-acp vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n2 av-j dt ng1 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1275
We will not serve his turn, nor the end for which he made us, and therefore he will cast us away;
We will not serve his turn, nor the end for which he made us, and Therefore he will cast us away;
pns12 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, ccx dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno12, cc av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1276
for what shall he do with us? If any of us have an instrument that is very usefull to us, we will be very chary of it,
for what shall he do with us? If any of us have an Instrument that is very useful to us, we will be very chary of it,
c-acp q-crq vmb pns31 vdi p-acp pno12? cs d pp-f pno12 vhb dt n1 cst vbz av j p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vbi av j pp-f pn31,
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1277
and very carefull that we do not lose it;
and very careful that we do not loose it;
cc av j cst pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1278
but if it be of no use, we reckon it of no value, yea many times we break it,
but if it be of no use, we reckon it of no valve, yea many times we break it,
cc-acp cs pn31 vbb pp-f dx n1, pns12 vvb pn31 pp-f dx n1, uh d n2 pns12 vvb pn31,
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1279
or we burn it in a passion, and there is an end of it. So Jesus Christ will deal with us my Brethren;
or we burn it in a passion, and there is an end of it. So jesus christ will deal with us my Brothers;
cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. av np1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 po11 n2;
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1281
But if we be unusefull to him, or if we do not glorifie him, he will ruine and destroy us.
But if we be unuseful to him, or if we do not Glorify him, he will ruin and destroy us.
cc-acp cs pns12 vbb j p-acp pno31, cc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno12.
(12) part (DIV2)
184
Page 44
1282
Consider Christ will make you recompence for any honour that you bring to him, you shall have it back again,
Consider christ will make you recompense for any honour that you bring to him, you shall have it back again,
vvb np1 vmb vvi pn22 n1 p-acp d n1 cst pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vhi pn31 av av,
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1283
and that with profit and advantage.
and that with profit and advantage.
cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1284
If you honour Jesus Christ, he will do as much for you, he will honour you again;
If you honour jesus christ, he will do as much for you, he will honour you again;
cs pn22 vvb np1 np1, pns31 vmb vdi c-acp d c-acp pn22, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av;
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1285
it is his Promise, and he will be faithfull in it, 1 Sam. 2.30. Them that honour me, I will honour.
it is his Promise, and he will be faithful in it, 1 Sam. 2.30. Them that honour me, I will honour.
pn31 vbz po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd. pno32 d vvi pno11, pns11 vmb vvi.
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1286
Men are exceedingly, and almost universally deceived in this particular:
Men Are exceedingly, and almost universally deceived in this particular:
n2 vbr av-vvg, cc av av-j vvn p-acp d j:
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1287
they think the ready way to honour, is to set up themselves, and to brisle their plumes, to strut and swell, and swagger in the world;
they think the ready Way to honour, is to Set up themselves, and to bristle their plumes, to strut and swell, and swagger in the world;
pns32 vvb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp px32, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1288
to take all wayes that they can think upon, to make themselves seem great and honourable in the eyes of others;
to take all ways that they can think upon, to make themselves seem great and honourable in the eyes of Others;
pc-acp vvi d n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi px32 vvb j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn;
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1289
but in the mean time they neglect Christ, they take no course at all to advance his glory.
but in the mean time they neglect christ, they take no course At all to advance his glory.
cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvb np1, pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1290
Alas, these men are quite out, if they would have true honour, their business and their work must be to set up Christ,
Alas, these men Are quite out, if they would have true honour, their business and their work must be to Set up christ,
np1, d n2 vbr av av, cs pns32 vmd vhi j n1, po32 n1 cc po32 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi a-acp np1,
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1291
and then he will be sure to set up them again. If we take care to honour him, he will take care to honour us;
and then he will be sure to Set up them again. If we take care to honour him, he will take care to honour us;
cc av pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp pno32 av. cs pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno12;
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1292
if we do the one of them, we need not doubt to trust him with the other.
if we do the one of them, we need not doubt to trust him with the other.
cs pns12 vdb dt crd pp-f pno32, pns12 vvb xx vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n-jn.
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1293
So that you see my Brethren, if we would be honoured and esteemed, we have no more to do but only this, to glorifie the Lord Christ, to magnifie him,
So that you see my Brothers, if we would be honoured and esteemed, we have no more to do but only this, to Glorify the Lord christ, to magnify him,
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, pns12 vhb dx dc pc-acp vdi cc-acp av-j d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi pno31,
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1294
and to make him great, and then he is engaged to take care of our esteem and credit in the world.
and to make him great, and then he is engaged to take care of our esteem and credit in the world.
cc pc-acp vvi pno31 j, cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1.
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1295
But on the other side if we dishonour and despise him, let us do what we can to raise our selves,
But on the other side if we dishonour and despise him, let us do what we can to raise our selves,
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 cs pns12 vvb cc vvi pno31, vvb pno12 vdi r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp vvi po12 n2,
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1296
and get our selves a name, it shall be all to no purpose, when all is done he will cast ignominy and contempt upon us,
and get our selves a name, it shall be all to no purpose, when all is done he will cast ignominy and contempt upon us,
cc vvb po12 n2 dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp dx n1, c-crq d vbz vdn pno31 n1 vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12,
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1297
as he tells us in the fore-alledged Text, They that honour me, I will honour; and they that despise me, shall be lightly set by.
as he tells us in the fore-alleged Text, They that honour me, I will honour; and they that despise me, shall be lightly Set by.
c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1, pns32 cst vvb pno11, pns11 vmb vvi; cc pns32 cst vvb pno11, vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp.
(12) part (DIV2)
185
Page 45
1298
Consider with your selves how you will gratifie (if I might express it so) or rather please the Father, in glorifying of his Son Christ.
Consider with your selves how you will gratify (if I might express it so) or rather please the Father, in glorifying of his Son christ.
vvi p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi (cs pns11 vmd vvi pn31 av) cc av-c vvb dt n1, p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1299
It is a thing that fathers take delight and pleasure in, to see their sons advanced to honour;
It is a thing that Father's take delight and pleasure in, to see their Sons advanced to honour;
pn31 vbz dt n1 cst n2 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1;
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1300
and truly so doth God the Father in reference to Jesus Christ.
and truly so does God the Father in Referente to jesus christ.
cc av-j av vdz np1 dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1301
He loves to see him set up, and to see him made glorious, and that not only as he is his Son, in whom his very soul delighteth,
He loves to see him Set up, and to see him made glorious, and that not only as he is his Son, in whom his very soul delights,
pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvd j, cc cst xx av-j c-acp pns31 vbz po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq po31 j n1 vvz,
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1302
but as it hath been his decree and purpose from eternity to have him glorified.
but as it hath been his Decree and purpose from eternity to have him glorified.
cc-acp c-acp pn31 vhz vbn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi pno31 vvn.
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1303
You hear it hath been the design of God to glorifie his Son Christ, and a design on which his heart is set;
You hear it hath been the Design of God to Glorify his Son christ, and a Design on which his heart is Set;
pn22 vvb pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 np1, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn;
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1304
and so the promoting of it by your means, must needs be very pleasing to him:
and so the promoting of it by your means, must needs be very pleasing to him:
cc av dt j-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 n2, vmb av vbi av vvg p-acp pno31:
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1305
you may be sure that he will vote it to be acceptable service. And even as they that hinder and oppose this great business are opposites to God:
you may be sure that he will vote it to be acceptable service. And even as they that hinder and oppose this great business Are opposites to God:
pn22 vmb vbi j cst pns31 vmb vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi j n1. cc av c-acp pns32 cst vvb cc vvi d j n1 vbr n2-jn p-acp np1:
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1306
so they that further and promote it, close with him, and carry on his business,
so they that further and promote it, close with him, and carry on his business,
av pns32 cst av-j cc vvi pn31, av-j p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1,
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1307
and he will take it very kindly at their hands, to have a thing which he is so intent upon brought to pass by their means.
and he will take it very kindly At their hands, to have a thing which he is so intent upon brought to pass by their means.
cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vhi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbz av n1 p-acp vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2.
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1308
These things may stir us up, my Brethren, to comply with God in this great Design of his, touching the glorifying of his Son Christ.
These things may stir us up, my Brothers, to comply with God in this great Design of his, touching the glorifying of his Son christ.
np1 n2 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp, po11 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png31, vvg dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 np1.
(12) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1309
John 17.1. That thy Son may also glorifie thee.
John 17.1. That thy Son may also Glorify thee.
np1 crd. d po21 n1 vmb av vvi pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
186
Page 45
1310
SO we have done with the two first particulars considered in our Saviours Prayer, so far as it concerns himself, the rise of it from whence he takes occasion to present it to his Father, together with the matter of it,
SO we have done with the two First particulars considered in our Saviors Prayer, so Far as it concerns himself, the rise of it from whence he Takes occasion to present it to his Father, together with the matter of it,
av pns12 vhb vdn p-acp dt crd ord n2-j vvn p-acp po12 ng1 n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz px31, dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31,
(13) part (DIV2)
188
Page 45
1311
or the thing which he desireth of the Father, That he may be glorified.
or the thing which he Desires of the Father, That he may be glorified.
cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn.
(13) part (DIV2)
188
Page 45
1312
And we are now arrived at the third and last, the Reasons with which he presseth,
And we Are now arrived At the third and last, the Reasons with which he Presseth,
cc pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp dt ord cc ord, dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz,
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1313
and enforceth this request of his, and they are many, and of great importance.
and enforceth this request of his, and they Are many, and of great importance.
cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31, cc pns32 vbr d, cc pp-f j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1314
The first is taken from the end, why he desireth to be glorified, or to have glory from the Father, viz. that he might be enabled to bring glory to the Father;
The First is taken from the end, why he Desires to be glorified, or to have glory from the Father, viz. that he might be enabled to bring glory to the Father;
dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1315
Father glorifie thy Son, that thy Son also may glorifie thee. The second Argument is drawn à congruo, from the congruity;Father Glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may Glorify thee. The second Argument is drawn à Congruo, from the congruity;
n1 vvi po21 n1, cst po21 n1 av vmb vvi pno21. dt ord n1 vbz vvn fw-fr fw-la, p-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1316
it was but meet and congruous that he should be glorified, or that he should have glory from the Father, seeing he had power from him.
it was but meet and congruous that he should be glorified, or that he should have glory from the Father, seeing he had power from him.
pn31 vbds cc-acp j cc j cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cc cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pns31 vhd n1 p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1317
He had received power from him, and therefore it was fit that he should have glory too;
He had received power from him, and Therefore it was fit that he should have glory too;
pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp pno31, cc av pn31 vbds j cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 av;
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1318
for power and glory ought to go together: And therefore on this ground our Saviour urgeth it, you see;
for power and glory ought to go together: And Therefore on this ground our Saviour urges it, you see;
p-acp n1 cc n1 vmd pc-acp vvi av: cc av p-acp d n1 po12 n1 vvz pn31, pn22 vvb;
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1319
Father glorifie thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all flesh.Father Glorify thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
n1 vvi po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
189
Page 46
1320
As thou hast given him power, so be prevailed withall to give him glory too, the concomitant of power.
As thou hast given him power, so be prevailed withal to give him glory too, the concomitant of power.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1, av vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 av, dt n1 pp-f n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
190
Page 46
1321
The third is drawn from the deserving Cause:
The third is drawn from the deserving Cause:
dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
190
Page 46
1322
Christ had glorified the Father, and therefore thinks himself worthy to have glory from the Father;
christ had glorified the Father, and Therefore thinks himself worthy to have glory from the Father;
np1 vhd vvn dt n1, cc av vvz px31 j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
190
Page 46
1323
I have glorified thee on earth, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do: I have glorified thee on earth, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do:
pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi:
(13) part (DIV2)
190
Page 46
1324
And now, O Father, glorifie me with thy self, and so on.And now, Oh Father, Glorify me with thy self, and so on.
cc av, uh n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, cc av a-acp.
(13) part (DIV2)
190
Page 46
1325
At this time, I shall pitch on the first Argument, with which our Saviour presseth this request of his,
At this time, I shall pitch on the First Argument, with which our Saviour Presseth this request of his,
p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz d n1 pp-f png31,
(13) part (DIV2)
191
Page 46
1326
and it is taken from the end, why he desireth to have glory from the Father, viz. That he may be enabled to bring glory to the Father, Glorifie thy Son, that thy Son also may glorifie thee.
and it is taken from the end, why he Desires to have glory from the Father, viz. That he may be enabled to bring glory to the Father, glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may Glorify thee.
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb po21 n1, cst po21 n1 av vmb vvi pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
191
Page 46
1327
Me thinks he seems to intimate he could not glorifie him much in the condition he was in at present, he was in such a state of ignominy,
Me thinks he seems to intimate he could not Glorify him much in the condition he was in At present, he was in such a state of ignominy,
pno11 vvz pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 d p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds p-acp p-acp j, pns31 vbds p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
192
Page 46
1328
and abasure, and contempt, in relation to the world, that he was not capable of bringing in the Father any considerable honour,
and abasure, and contempt, in Relation to the world, that he was not capable of bringing in the Father any considerable honour,
cc n1, cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbds xx j pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 d j n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
192
Page 46
1329
while he remained in this case:
while he remained in this case:
cs pns31 vvd p-acp d n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
192
Page 46
1330
And therefore he entreats the Father to raise him, and advance him, that he may do as much for him again, Father glorifie thy Son, that thy Son also, &c.
And Therefore he entreats the Father to raise him, and advance him, that he may do as much for him again, Father Glorify thy Son, that thy Son also, etc.
cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31, cst pns31 vmb vdi c-acp av-d p-acp pno31 av, n1 vvi po21 n1, cst po21 n1 av, av
(13) part (DIV2)
192
Page 46
1331
So then as we have formerly observed, that it is the Design of God the Father to glorifie his Son;
So then as we have formerly observed, that it is the Design of God the Father to Glorify his Son;
av av c-acp pns12 vhb av-j vvn, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
193
Page 46
1332
so hence we may observe, DOCTRINE. That it is the desire of Christ to have glory from the Father, to this end, that he may bring glory to the Father.
so hence we may observe, DOCTRINE. That it is the desire of christ to have glory from the Father, to this end, that he may bring glory to the Father.
av av pns12 vmb vvi, n1. cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
193
Page 46
1333
You see he begs it only upon this account, Father glorifie thy Son: What, that he may detain and keep it to himself? No, that he may return it to the Father, That thy Son also may glorifie thee.
You see he begs it only upon this account, Father Glorify thy Son: What, that he may detain and keep it to himself? No, that he may return it to the Father, That thy Son also may Glorify thee.
pn22 vvb pns31 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp d n1, n1 vvi po21 n1: r-crq, cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 pc-acp px31? uh-dx, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst po21 n1 av vmb vvi pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
194
Page 46
1334
If thou wilt glorifie me, thou shalt be no loser by it; no, thou shalt have it back again, and that with profit, and advantage too;
If thou wilt Glorify me, thou shalt be no loser by it; no, thou shalt have it back again, and that with profit, and advantage too;
cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, pns21 vm2 vbi dx n1 p-acp pn31; uh-x, pns21 vm2 vhi pn31 av av, cc cst p-acp n1, cc n1 av;
(13) part (DIV2)
195
Page 46
1335
thou shalt be glorified by me;
thou shalt be glorified by me;
pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp pno11;
(13) part (DIV2)
195
Page 46
1336
I will not keep the glory which thou layest out upon me in my own hands,
I will not keep the glory which thou layest out upon me in my own hands,
pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 r-crq pns21 vv2 av p-acp pno11 p-acp po11 d n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
195
Page 46
1337
but I will give it up entire, and undiminished to thy self again: It is not for my own sake that I beg it, but for thine.
but I will give it up entire, and undiminished to thy self again: It is not for my own sake that I beg it, but for thine.
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp av-j, cc vvn p-acp po21 n1 av: pn31 vbz xx p-acp po11 d n1 cst pns11 vvb pn31, cc-acp p-acp png21.
(13) part (DIV2)
195
Page 46
1338
There were some rays of glory which God was pleased to dart forth upon the Son in his condition of abasure:
There were Some rays of glory which God was pleased to dart forth upon the Son in his condition of abasure:
a-acp vbdr d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 46
1339
and if you mark his carriage in the Gospel Story, you shall find that he was always carefull to make them to reflect on God again.
and if you mark his carriage in the Gospel Story, you shall find that he was always careful to make them to reflect on God again.
cc cs pn22 vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av.
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1340
As when he did his Miracles, which was a means to set him up (you know) in the eyes of all that saw them, he was extreamly cautious that the honour might be rendred to his Father.
As when he did his Miracles, which was a means to Set him up (you know) in the eyes of all that saw them, he was extremely cautious that the honour might be rendered to his Father.
p-acp c-crq pns31 vdd po31 n2, r-crq vbds dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp (pn22 vvb) p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvd pno32, pns31 vbds av-jn j cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1341
And hence he was not wont to do them in his own name, nor in appearance by his own power,
And hence he was not wont to do them in his own name, nor in appearance by his own power,
cc av pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vdi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, ccx p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1342
though both were suitable enough to his condition, being God as well as Man; but in the name, and by the strength and the assistance of the Father.
though both were suitable enough to his condition, being God as well as Man; but in the name, and by the strength and the assistance of the Father.
cs d vbdr j av-d p-acp po31 n1, vbg n1 p-acp av c-acp n1; cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1384
The glory that may seem to be imparted to the Son, darts back again upon him by reflection;
The glory that may seem to be imparted to the Son, darts back again upon him by reflection;
dt n1 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, n2 av av p-acp pno31 p-acp n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1343
And therefore when he raised Lazarus, he did not seem to do it of himself (though that he might have done as God) but lift up his eyes and prayed his Father, that he would shew himself in that business, that so the glory might be his, Iohn 11.42. and addeth, that he did it for the peoples sake that stood by, that they might know that God had sent him.
And Therefore when he raised Lazarus, he did not seem to do it of himself (though that he might have done as God) but lift up his eyes and prayed his Father, that he would show himself in that business, that so the glory might be his, John 11.42. and adds, that he did it for the peoples sake that stood by, that they might know that God had sent him.
cc av c-crq pns31 vvd np1, pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vdi pn31 pp-f px31 (cs d pns31 vmd vhi vdn p-acp np1) cc-acp vvb a-acp po31 n2 cc vvd po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp d n1, cst av dt n1 vmd vbi png31, np1 crd. cc vvz, cst pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cst vvd p-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi cst np1 vhd vvn pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1344
That they might understand that he performed such works as these, as one that was subservient to the Father, in them,
That they might understand that he performed such works as these, as one that was subservient to the Father, in them,
cst pns32 vmd vvi cst pns31 vvd d n2 c-acp d, c-acp pi cst vbds fw-fr p-acp dt n1, p-acp pno32,
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1345
and that was sent out by him.
and that was sent out by him.
cc cst vbds vvn av p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1346
And therefore he is always minding them on all occasions of his Mission from the Father, that so if any thing praise-worthy did appear in him,
And Therefore he is always minding them on all occasions of his Mission from the Father, that so if any thing praiseworthy did appear in him,
cc av pns31 vbz av vvg pno32 p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst av cs d n1 j vdd vvi p-acp pno31,
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1347
or were done by him, it might be rendred and ascribed to the Father. The sixth of John is full of such insinuations;
or were done by him, it might be rendered and ascribed to the Father. The sixth of John is full of such insinuations;
cc vbdr vdn p-acp pno31, pn31 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. dt ord pp-f np1 vbz j pp-f d n2;
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1348
I come (saith he) to do the will of him that sent me, I come (Says he) to do the will of him that sent me,
pns11 vvb (vvz pns31) pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11,
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1349
and not to do my own will, at ver. 38. And in another place he tells them that he honoured not himself,and not to do my own will, At for. 38. And in Another place he tells them that he honoured not himself,
cc xx pc-acp vdi po11 d n1, p-acp p-acp. crd cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz pno32 cst pns31 vvd xx px31,
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1350
but his Father honoured him, Ioh. 8.54. He honours me, and I honour not my self;
but his Father honoured him, John 8.54. He honours me, and I honour not my self;
cc-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31, np1 crd. pns31 vvz pno11, cc pns11 vvb xx po11 n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1351
I do not keep his honour to my self; but I honour him again, with which accordeth that expression, Iohn 13.31. Now is the Son of man glorified:
I do not keep his honour to my self; but I honour him again, with which accords that expression, John 13.31. Now is the Son of man glorified:
pns11 vdb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1; cc-acp pns11 vvb pno31 av, p-acp r-crq vvz d n1, np1 crd. av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn:
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1352
and what follows, and God is glorified in him.
and what follows, and God is glorified in him.
cc r-crq vvz, cc np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
196
Page 47
1353
So that you see the Son takes glory from the Father, to this end, that he may bring glory to the Father.
So that you see the Son Takes glory from the Father, to this end, that he may bring glory to the Father.
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
197
Page 47
1354
And it is very congruous that it should be so, because as Man, and Mediator, he is the Servant of the Father;
And it is very congruous that it should be so, Because as Man, and Mediator, he is the Servant of the Father;
cc pn31 vbz av j cst pn31 vmd vbi av, c-acp c-acp n1, cc n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1355
he was sent down by him from heaven upon his errand, and upon his business, and to do the work which he appointed him to do.
he was sent down by him from heaven upon his errand, and upon his business, and to do the work which he appointed him to do.
pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vdi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1356
It was our Saviours own acknowledgement, when he had done and ended all, I have finished the work, said he, which thou gavest me to do, Joh. 17.4.
It was our Saviors own acknowledgement, when he had done and ended all, I have finished the work, said he, which thou Gavest me to do, John 17.4.
pn31 vbds po12 ng1 d n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vdn cc vvn d, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, vvd pns31, r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1357
q.d. I have approved my self a faithfull Servant to thee, I have done thy work,Q.d I have approved my self a faithful Servant to thee, I have done thy work,
n1 pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 dt j n1 p-acp pno21, pns11 vhb vdn po21 n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1358
and I have done it fully and compleatly:
and I have done it Fully and completely:
cc pns11 vhb vdn pn31 av-j cc av-j:
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1359
And he is often speaking of his being sent out by the Father, and that to do his will,
And he is often speaking of his being sent out by the Father, and that to do his will,
cc pns31 vbz av vvg pp-f po31 vbg vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc cst pc-acp vdi po31 n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1360
and not his own, his work and not his own, to signifie that he was in the state and the condition of a servant to the Father.
and not his own, his work and not his own, to signify that he was in the state and the condition of a servant to the Father.
cc xx po31 d, po31 n1 cc xx po31 d, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1361
Now a servant must not seek his own honour, but the honour of his Master. As he must do his Masters will, his Masters work, and not his own;
Now a servant must not seek his own honour, but the honour of his Master. As he must do his Masters will, his Masters work, and not his own;
av dt n1 vmb xx vvi po31 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp pns31 vmb vdi po31 n2 vmb, po31 ng1 n1, cc xx po31 d;
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1385
it is doubled by this means, and consequently he is not a loser by it, but a gainer.
it is doubled by this means, and consequently he is not a loser by it, but a gainer.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, cc av-j pns31 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1362
so he must do it for his Masters ends, and not his own. If his Master set him up, he must improve it to his Masters commendation:
so he must do it for his Masters ends, and not his own. If his Master Set him up, he must improve it to his Masters commendation:
av pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp po31 ng1 n2, cc xx po31 d. cs po31 n1 vvd pno31 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1363
And so our Saviour Jesus Christ being as Man and Mediator in the condition of a Servant to his Father, it was his duty in the execution of his Mediatorship to aim at his Masters glory, to do all things for his end, viz. his glory.
And so our Saviour jesus christ being as Man and Mediator in the condition of a Servant to his Father, it was his duty in the execution of his Mediatorship to aim At his Masters glory, to do all things for his end, viz. his glory.
cc av po12 n1 np1 np1 vbg p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbds po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1, pc-acp vdi d n2 p-acp po31 n1, n1 po31 n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1364
Or otherwise in doing his Fathers work, his Fathers will, he might even serve himself, and not his Father.
Or otherwise in doing his Father's work, his Father's will, he might even serve himself, and not his Father.
cc av p-acp vdg png31 n2 vvi, po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vmd av vvi px31, cc xx po31 n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1365
If any honour did accrew to him in the performance of his Office, he was bound to ascribe it to the Father;
If any honour did accrue to him in the performance of his Office, he was bound to ascribe it to the Father;
cs d n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1366
it was his duty as a servant so to do, and so accordingly he did,
it was his duty as a servant so to do, and so accordingly he did,
pn31 vbds po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vdi, cc av av-vvg pns31 vdd,
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 47
1367
and this was one ground of it, why he did no otherwise desire to have glory from the Father,
and this was one ground of it, why he did not otherwise desire to have glory from the Father,
cc d vbds crd n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns31 vdd xx av vvi pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 48
1368
but that he might bring glory to the Father.
but that he might bring glory to the Father.
cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
198
Page 48
1369
There may a second reason be assigned as he is God, for so he and the Father are one,
There may a second reason be assigned as he is God, for so he and the Father Are one,
a-acp vmb dt ord n1 vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vbz np1, c-acp av pns31 cc dt n1 vbr crd,
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1370
and consequently his glory and the Fathers are one.
and consequently his glory and the Father's Are one.
cc av-j po31 n1 cc dt n2 vbr pi.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1371
So that no marvel that he desire as God to bring glory to the Father, seeing in doing so he brings glory to himself;
So that no marvel that he desire as God to bring glory to the Father, seeing in doing so he brings glory to himself;
av cst dx n1 cst pns31 vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp vdg av pns31 vvz n1 p-acp px31;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1372
As on the other side it is no marvel, that the Father takes occasion still to glorifie the Son, seeing in doing so, he glorifies himself.
As on the other side it is no marvel, that the Father Takes occasion still to Glorify the Son, seeing in doing so, he Glorifies himself.
c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vbz dx n1, cst dt n1 vvz n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvg p-acp vdg av, pns31 vvz px31.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1373
You shall observe that they are always setting one another up; the Father he is always setting up the Son;
You shall observe that they Are always setting one Another up; the Father he is always setting up the Son;
pn22 vmb vvi cst pns32 vbr av vvg pi j-jn a-acp; dt n1 pns31 vbz av vvg a-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1374
the Son upon the other side is always setting up the Father;
the Son upon the other side is always setting up the Father;
dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz av vvg a-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1375
and it is no wonder that it should be so, because in setting one another up, they do indeed set up themselves.
and it is no wonder that it should be so, Because in setting one Another up, they do indeed Set up themselves.
cc pn31 vbz dx n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi av, c-acp p-acp vvg pi j-jn a-acp, pns32 vdb av vvi a-acp px32.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1376
If the Son were to lose the glory that he gives the Father, we need not doubt he would be loth enough to part with it:
If the Son were to loose the glory that he gives the Father, we need not doubt he would be loath enough to part with it:
cs dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vvz dt n1, pns12 vvb xx vvi pns31 vmd vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31:
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1377
So if the Father were to lose the glory that he gives the Son, he would not let him have it neither;
So if the Father were to loose the glory that he gives the Son, he would not let him have it neither;
av cs dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 vhi pn31 d;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1378
for he hath said, He will not give his glory to another.
for he hath said, He will not give his glory to Another.
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1379
But heres the business now my Brethren, when he gives glory to the Son, he doth not give it to another, but himself.
But heres the business now my Brothers, when he gives glory to the Son, he does not give it to Another, but himself.
p-acp fw-la dt n1 av po11 n2, c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp px31.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1380
And so the Son when he gives glory to the Father, he doth not give it to another, but himself.
And so the Son when he gives glory to the Father, he does not give it to Another, but himself.
cc av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp px31.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1381
They are so absolutely one in all respects, as God, that the glory of the one is the glory of the other:
They Are so absolutely one in all respects, as God, that the glory of the one is the glory of the other:
pns32 vbr av av-j pi p-acp d n2, c-acp np1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt pi vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn:
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1382
And therefore it is said that God is glorified in the Son, Iohn 13.31. Mark that expression, Not by the Son, but in the Son;
And Therefore it is said that God is glorified in the Son, John 13.31. Mark that expression, Not by the Son, but in the Son;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 cst n1, xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1383
for he is glorified in that the Son is glorified. for he is glorified in that the Son is glorified.
c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1387
so that no marvel if there be such an exchange of glory continually between the Father and the Son,
so that no marvel if there be such an exchange of glory continually between the Father and the Son,
av cst dx n1 cs pc-acp vbb d dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1388
and putting of it always over to the other. That place is very notable to this purpose. John 12.28. if it be read as some have rendred it, and the Original will fitly bear;
and putting of it always over to the other. That place is very notable to this purpose. John 12.28. if it be read as Some have rendered it, and the Original will fitly bear;
cc vvg pp-f pn31 av a-acp p-acp dt n-jn. cst n1 vbz av j p-acp d n1. np1 crd. cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d vhb vvn pn31, cc dt j-jn n1 av-j vvi;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1389
saith Jesus Christ, Father glorifie thy Name; the Father answers by a voice from Heaven, I have glorified thee (not glorified it,
Says jesus christ, Father Glorify thy Name; the Father answers by a voice from Heaven, I have glorified thee (not glorified it,
vvz np1 np1, n1 vvi po21 n1; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 (xx vvn pn31,
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1390
as in our last Translation, but) glorified thee, and I will glorifie thee again;
as in our last translation, but) glorified thee, and I will Glorify thee again;
c-acp p-acp po12 ord n1, cc-acp) vvn pno21, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1391
the Son he prays not, Father glorifie me, but thy self, thy own name, Father glorifie thy name: the Father answers not, I have glorified my name, my self;
the Son he prays not, Father Glorify me, but thy self, thy own name, Father Glorify thy name: the Father answers not, I have glorified my name, my self;
dt n1 pns31 vvz xx, n1 vvi pno11, cc-acp po21 n1, po21 d n1, n1 vvi po21 n1: dt n1 vvz xx, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, po11 n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1392
but, I have glorified thee; Neuter sibi, uterque alteri gloriam attribuens, as one notes upon the text.
but, I have glorified thee; Neuter sibi, Uterque Alteri gloriam attribuens, as one notes upon the text.
cc-acp, pns11 vhb vvn pno21; n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1393
The Son desires the Father, that he will glorifie himself, and not him; the Father tells the Son that he hath glorified him, and not himself;
The Son Desires the Father, that he will Glorify himself, and not him; the Father tells the Son that he hath glorified him, and not himself;
dt n1 vvz dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi px31, cc xx pno31; dt n1 vvz dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pno31, cc xx px31;
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1394
or if you will, that he hath done what he desires; he hath glorified himself in glorifying him:
or if you will, that he hath done what he Desires; he hath glorified himself in glorifying him:
cc cs pn22 vmb, cst pns31 vhz vdn r-crq pns31 vvz; pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp vvg pno31:
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1395
so that the one is glorified in the glory of the other.
so that the one is glorified in the glory of the other.
av cst dt pi vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn.
(13) part (DIV2)
199
Page 48
1396
Now, is it so my Brethren, that it is the desire of Christ to have glory from the Father to the end, &c. I shall apply it in the first place my beloved, to perswade you to learn of Christ in this particular,
Now, is it so my Brothers, that it is the desire of christ to have glory from the Father to the end, etc. I shall apply it in the First place my Beloved, to persuade you to Learn of christ in this particular,
av, vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp d j,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 48
1397
as he himself hath taught you in another case, Learn of me, for I am meek:
as he himself hath taught you in Another case, Learn of me, for I am meek:
c-acp pns31 px31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp j-jn n1, vvb pp-f pno11, c-acp pns11 vbm j:
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 48
1398
Learn to be as I am, learn to do as I do: So be you followers of Christ in this thing, and do you learn of him,
Learn to be as I am, Learn to do as I do: So be you followers of christ in this thing, and do you Learn of him,
vvb pc-acp vbi c-acp pns11 vbm, vvb pc-acp vdi c-acp pns11 vdb: av vbb pn22 n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cc vdb pn22 vvi pp-f pno31,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 48
1399
when you desire or seek for any thing at Gods hands, any place, or any gifts that will advance or set you up among men, that you desire it for no other end,
when you desire or seek for any thing At God's hands, any place, or any Gifts that will advance or Set you up among men, that you desire it for no other end,
c-crq pn22 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp npg1 n2, d n1, cc d n2 cst vmb vvi cc vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp n2, cst pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dx j-jn n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 48
1400
but this, that you may glorifie the Lord with it. It is a usual thing with many of us;
but this, that you may Glorify the Lord with it. It is a usual thing with many of us;
cc-acp d, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f pno12;
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 48
1401
we would get up into some place of dignity, we would have extraordinary parts and gifts, we would be eminent in knowledge, and in grace;
we would get up into Some place of dignity, we would have extraordinary parts and Gifts, we would be eminent in knowledge, and in grace;
pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd vhi j n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1402
we would have God to honour us with these things, and we are very earnest and importunate with him about it;
we would have God to honour us with these things, and we Are very earnest and importunate with him about it;
pns12 vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, cc pns12 vbr av j cc j p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31;
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1403
but can we say in the uprightness of our hearts, as Christ doth? Father, we pray that thou wouldst honour us with these things, that we also may glorifie thee:
but can we say in the uprightness of our hearts, as christ does? Father, we pray that thou Wouldst honour us with these things, that we also may Glorify thee:
cc-acp vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, c-acp np1 vdz? n1, pns12 vvb cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, cst pns12 av vmb vvi pno21:
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1404
That by this means we may be capable of bringing thee the more glory.
That by this means we may be capable of bringing thee the more glory.
cst p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f vvg pno21 dt av-dc n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1405
It is not to set up our selves that we desire this dignity, or these accomplishments in any kinde,
It is not to Set up our selves that we desire this dignity, or these accomplishments in any kind,
pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vvb d n1, cc d n2 p-acp d n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1406
but that we may advance thee.
but that we may advance thee.
cc-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1407
Do we not know that we desire such things as these too many of us, meerly for our own ends,
Do we not know that we desire such things as these too many of us, merely for our own ends,
vdb pns12 xx vvi cst pns12 vvb d n2 c-acp d av d pp-f pno12, av-j p-acp po12 d n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1408
for the attainment of our own glory, that we may get our selves a name, that we may be accepted,
for the attainment of our own glory, that we may get our selves a name, that we may be accepted,
p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1409
and reputed, and esteemed? Do not our hearts accuse us, that we have such low aims as these are? Now I beseech you, my Beloved, let us conform our selves to Christ in this particular;
and reputed, and esteemed? Do not our hearts accuse us, that we have such low aims as these Are? Now I beseech you, my beloved, let us conform our selves to christ in this particular;
cc vvn, cc vvn? vdb xx po12 n2 vvb pno12, cst pns12 vhb d j n2 c-acp d vbr? av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d j;
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1410
any thing that we desire that will be honourable to us, let us desire it in reference to Gods glory:
any thing that we desire that will be honourable to us, let us desire it in Referente to God's glory:
d n1 cst pns12 vvb cst vmb vbi j p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1411
if we would have more knowledge, and more grace, and more ability to holy duties, let it not be to this end that we may be some body among the Saints,
if we would have more knowledge, and more grace, and more ability to holy duties, let it not be to this end that we may be Some body among the Saints,
cs pns12 vmd vhi dc n1, cc dc n1, cc dc n1 p-acp j n2, vvb pn31 xx vbi p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmb vbi d n1 p-acp dt n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1412
and that our names with Davids may be much set by:
and that our names with Davids may be much Set by:
cc d po12 n2 p-acp npg1 vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp:
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1413
If we would have more wealth, and more power, let it not be that we may strut and swell, and swagger in the world:
If we would have more wealth, and more power, let it not be that we may strut and swell, and swagger in the world:
cs pns12 vmd vhi dc n1, cc dc n1, vvb pn31 xx vbi cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1414
but that if God shall honour us in this regard, we also may glorifie him, that having had such honour from him, we may bring the more to him.
but that if God shall honour us in this regard, we also may Glorify him, that having had such honour from him, we may bring the more to him.
cc-acp cst cs np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, pns12 av vmb vvi pno31, cst vhg vhn d n1 p-acp pno31, pns12 vmb vvi dt av-dc p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
200
Page 49
1415
And truly, if we seek it to this end, we have the greater hope to speed with God in our Petitions,
And truly, if we seek it to this end, we have the greater hope to speed with God in our Petitions,
cc av-j, cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp d n1, pns12 vhb dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
201
Page 49
1416
and to obtain the gifts and blessings that we seek for, and that upon a double ground which I shall briefly set before you, as inducements to perswade.
and to obtain the Gifts and blessings that we seek for, and that upon a double ground which I shall briefly Set before you, as inducements to persuade.
cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp, cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi.
(13) part (DIV2)
201
Page 49
1417
If we desire that which will honour us, that we may honour God with it, we may be like to have it upon this account, that he himself, in some respects, is interessed and concerned in it.
If we desire that which will honour us, that we may honour God with it, we may be like to have it upon this account, that he himself, in Some respects, is interested and concerned in it.
cs pns12 vvb d r-crq vmb vvi pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi pn31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 px31, p-acp d n2, vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31.
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1418
It will be advantagious to himself, and therefore he will give it us:
It will be advantageous to himself, and Therefore he will give it us:
pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp px31, cc av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pno12:
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1419
he sees that we will lay it out for him, and therefore he will lay it out on us.
he sees that we will lay it out for him, and Therefore he will lay it out on us.
pns31 vvz cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp pno31, cc av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp pno12.
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1420
He will entrust us with the talent, which he perceives we mean to use for his profit;
He will entrust us with the talon, which he perceives we mean to use for his profit;
pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1421
and this is one especial cause why many men want those abilities, and those endowments which they eagerly desire and thirst after,
and this is one especial cause why many men want those abilities, and those endowments which they eagerly desire and thirst After,
cc d vbz pi j n1 c-crq d n2 vvb d n2, cc d n2 r-crq pns32 av-j vvi cc vvb a-acp,
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1422
because he knows they desire them out of pride, that they may glorifie themselves with them.
Because he knows they desire them out of pride, that they may Glorify themselves with them.
c-acp pns31 vvz pns32 vvb pno32 av pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp pno32.
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1423
The Lord resists the proud, but gives his grace unto the humble, 1. Pet. 5.5. He will not have his gifts to be the stales and prostitutes of our corruptions, the oyl to feed our base humours.
The Lord resists the proud, but gives his grace unto the humble, 1. Pet. 5.5. He will not have his Gifts to be the stales and prostitutes of our corruptions, the oil to feed our base humours.
dt n1 vvz dt j, cc-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j, crd np1 crd. pns31 vmb xx vhi po31 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j n2.
(13) part (DIV2)
202
Page 49
1424
If we desire that which will honour us, that we may honour God with it, we may be like to have it upon this account, that Jesus Christ will intercede for it;
If we desire that which will honour us, that we may honour God with it, we may be like to have it upon this account, that jesus christ will intercede for it;
cs pns12 vvb d r-crq vmb vvi pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi pn31 p-acp d n1, cst np1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31;
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1425
he never intercedes for any thing but only in these two cases, when that which is desired,
he never intercedes for any thing but only in these two cases, when that which is desired,
pns31 av-x vvz p-acp d n1 cc-acp av-j p-acp d crd n2, c-crq cst r-crq vbz vvn,
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1426
if it be granted, will promote his Fathers glory or his peoples good; and this you see is the first and great Case.
if it be granted, will promote his Father's glory or his peoples good; and this you see is the First and great Case.
cs pn31 vbb vvn, vmb vvi po31 ng1 n1 cc po31 ng1 j; cc d pn22 vvb vbz dt ord cc j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1427
If he perceive that we intend to glorifie his Father with the abilities, or gifts, or blessings that we sue for;
If he perceive that we intend to Glorify his Father with the abilities, or Gifts, or blessings that we sue for;
cs pns31 vvb cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp;
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1428
then instrikes he with us in our Petition, and seconds our request to God.
then instrikes he with us in our Petition, and seconds our request to God.
av vvz pns31 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 vvb, cc vvz po12 n1 p-acp np1.
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1429
He tels his Father there is such a Suit of such a Member, or of such a Saint of mine, I pray thee hearken to it,
He tells his Father there is such a Suit of such a Member, or of such a Saint of mine, I pray thee harken to it,
pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc pp-f d dt n1 pp-f png11, pns11 vvb pno21 vvi p-acp pn31,
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1430
and dispatch it, for it concerns thine own honour.
and dispatch it, for it concerns thine own honour.
cc vvb pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz po21 d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 49
1431
Here he would have a little more grace, but I assure thee (for I know his breast) it is not to be proud,
Here he would have a little more grace, but I assure thee (for I know his breast) it is not to be proud,
av pns31 vmd vhi dt j dc n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb pno21 (c-acp pns11 vvb po31 n1) pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi j,
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 50
1432
or to lift up himself with it, but to advance and lift up thee.
or to lift up himself with it, but to advance and lift up thee.
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp px31 p-acp pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 50
1433
Poor soul, he thinks he never honours thee enough, and therefore he would fain have more grace, that he may bring thee more glory:
Poor soul, he thinks he never honours thee enough, and Therefore he would fain have more grace, that he may bring thee more glory:
j n1, pns31 vvz pns31 av-x vvz pno21 av-d, cc av pns31 vmd av-j vhi dc n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno21 av-dc n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 50
1434
Come I beseech thee, set thy treasure open, and give him out a large share, for thou thy self will be a gainer by it:
Come I beseech thee, Set thy treasure open, and give him out a large share, for thou thy self will be a gainer by it:
vvb pns11 vvb pno21, vvb po21 n1 j, cc vvb pno31 av dt j n1, c-acp pns21 po21 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31:
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 50
1435
If thou honour him, he will also glorifie thee.
If thou honour him, he will also Glorify thee.
cs pns21 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb av vvi pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
203
Page 50
1436
If any honour come to any of us, from any gifts, or graces, or abilities, that God hath bestowed upon us, let the same minde be in us that was in this respect in Jesus Christ.
If any honour come to any of us, from any Gifts, or graces, or abilities, that God hath bestowed upon us, let the same mind be in us that was in this respect in jesus christ.
cs d n1 vvn p-acp d pp-f pno12, p-acp d n2, cc n2, cc n2, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, vvb dt d n1 vbi p-acp pno12 d vbds p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 np1.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1437
If God have glorified us in any kind, let us also glorifie him.
If God have glorified us in any kind, let us also Glorify him.
cs np1 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 av vvi pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1438
If any honour do accrue to any of us from our created, or acquired, or infused abilities, from any thing that we have done, from any thing that we have suffered, let us not keep it in our own hands,
If any honour do accrue to any of us from our created, or acquired, or infused abilities, from any thing that we have done, from any thing that we have suffered, let us not keep it in our own hands,
cs d n1 vdb vvi p-acp d pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 j-vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd n2, p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vhb vdn, p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vhb vvn, vvb pno12 xx vvi pn31 p-acp po12 d n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1439
but return it back to God.
but return it back to God.
cc-acp vvb pn31 av p-acp np1.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1440
If men at any time applaud us, or commend us for our gifts, if they admire our graces,
If men At any time applaud us, or commend us for our Gifts, if they admire our graces,
cs n2 p-acp d n1 vvb pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cs pns32 vvb po12 n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1441
or abilities in any kinde, and say you have done this or that incomparably well,
or abilities in any kind, and say you have done this or that incomparably well,
cc n2 p-acp d n1, cc vvb pn22 vhb vdn d cc cst av-j av,
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1442
and our hearts begin to rise, as they are apt to do on such a score, let us not appropriate this honour to our selves;
and our hearts begin to rise, as they Are apt to do on such a score, let us not Appropriate this honour to our selves;
cc po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi p-acp d dt n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi d n1 p-acp po12 n2;
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1443
let us not be unwilling to forgo it all again, and to spare it all to God:
let us not be unwilling to forgo it all again, and to spare it all to God:
vvb pno12 xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 d av, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 d p-acp np1:
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1444
Assoon as he hath honoured us, let us be sure to glorifie him;
As soon as he hath honoured us, let us be sure to Glorify him;
av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12, vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31;
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1445
let us put it all away, and shake it off, and say as David did, Not unto us, I say again, not unto us, but to the name of God be all the glory.
let us put it all away, and shake it off, and say as David did, Not unto us, I say again, not unto us, but to the name of God be all the glory.
vvb pno12 vvi pn31 d av, cc vvb pn31 a-acp, cc vvb p-acp np1 vdd, xx p-acp pno12, pns11 vvb av, xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb d dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1446
It was he that wrought all our works for us, that put all those gracious words into our minds (the matter was not of our own invention but of his suggestion) that did all in these duties.
It was he that wrought all our works for us, that put all those gracious words into our minds (the matter was not of our own invention but of his suggestion) that did all in these duties.
pn31 vbds pns31 cst vvd d po12 n2 p-acp pno12, cst vvd d d j n2 p-acp po12 n2 (dt n1 vbds xx pp-f po12 d n1 cc-acp pp-f po31 n1) cst vdd d p-acp d n2.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1622
You believe in God, (saith he to his Disciples) believe also in me, John 14.1.You believe in God, (Says he to his Disciples) believe also in me, John 14.1.
pn22 vvb p-acp np1, (vvz pns31 p-acp po31 n2) vvb av p-acp pno11, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1447
We laboured, we confess, but yet not we, not we only, not we chiefly, but the grace of God that was in us. We laboured, we confess, but yet not we, not we only, not we chiefly, but the grace of God that was in us.
pns12 vvd, pns12 vvb, p-acp av xx pns12, xx pns12 j, xx pns12 av-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds p-acp pno12.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1448
And therefore when these Crowns of honour shall at any time be set upon our heads, let us with the four and twenty Elders cast them down before the throne of God, acknowledging with them, that unto him alone belongeth honour and glory and praise:
And Therefore when these Crowns of honour shall At any time be Set upon our Heads, let us with the four and twenty Elders cast them down before the throne of God, acknowledging with them, that unto him alone belongeth honour and glory and praise:
cc av c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvb pno12 p-acp dt crd cc crd n2-jn vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp pno32, cst p-acp pno31 av-j vvz n1 cc n1 cc n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1449
And we should be the more cautious of arrogating any of this honour to our selves, which indeed belongs to God,
And we should be the more cautious of arrogating any of this honour to our selves, which indeed belongs to God,
cc pns12 vmd vbi dt av-dc j pp-f j-vvg d pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq av vvz p-acp np1,
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1450
because he is so infinitely jealous of his glory: he hath profest it is a thing that he will never part withall;
Because he is so infinitely jealous of his glory: he hath professed it is a thing that he will never part withal;
c-acp pns31 vbz av av-j j pp-f po31 n1: pns31 vhz vvn pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi av;
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1451
he will not give it to another;
he will not give it to Another;
pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn;
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1452
so that if we presume to keep it when it comes into our hands, we shall be losers by it in the end, the Lord will certainly recover it upon us to our own shame.
so that if we presume to keep it when it comes into our hands, we shall be losers by it in the end, the Lord will Certainly recover it upon us to our own shame.
av cst cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1453
There is a sad example of it in proud Herod, who being much applauded and admired by the People for a certain Speech he made to a popular Assembly, insomuch that they cried out, The voice of God, and not of man;
There is a sad Exampl of it in proud Herod, who being much applauded and admired by the People for a certain Speech he made to a popular Assembly, insomuch that they cried out, The voice of God, and not of man;
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j np1, r-crq vbg av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1, av cst pns32 vvd av, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1454
because he gave not God the glory, which the people gave him, he was eaten up of worms,
Because he gave not God the glory, which the people gave him, he was eaten up of worms,
c-acp pns31 vvd xx np1 dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, pns31 vbds vvn a-acp pp-f n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1455
and died a very ignominious and base death.
and died a very ignominious and base death.
cc vvd dt j j cc j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1456
Well then, the glory that is given us by men, in any case let us be sure to give to God, that we may say to him, not much unlike as Christ doth, Thou hast glorified us, and we have glorified thee.
Well then, the glory that is given us by men, in any case let us be sure to give to God, that we may say to him, not much unlike as christ does, Thou hast glorified us, and we have glorified thee.
uh-av av, dt n1 cst vbz vvn pno12 p-acp n2, p-acp d n1 vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, xx av-d j-u c-acp np1 vdz, pns21 vh2 vvn pno12, cc pns12 vhb vvn pno21.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1457
And thus of the first Argument with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth this request of his, which hath been taken from the end why he desireth to be glorified,
And thus of the First Argument with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth this request of his, which hath been taken from the end why he Desires to be glorified,
cc av pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31, r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn,
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1458
or to have glory from the Father.
or to have glory from the Father.
cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
204
Page 50
1459
The second follows now in order to be handled, and it is à congruo, from congruity;
The second follows now in order to be handled, and it is à Congruo, from congruity;
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pn31 vbz fw-fr fw-la, p-acp n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
205
Page 50
1460
it was but meet and congruous that he should have glory from the Father, seeing he had power from him.
it was but meet and congruous that he should have glory from the Father, seeing he had power from him.
pn31 vbds cc-acp j cc j cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pns31 vhd n1 p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
205
Page 50
1461
Father glorifie thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all flesh. Father Glorify thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
n1 vvi po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
205
Page 50
1462
The force and vigour of this second Reason of our Saviour (as I take it) lies in this, That power and glory ought to go together.
The force and vigour of this second Reason of our Saviour (as I take it) lies in this, That power and glory ought to go together.
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d ord n1 pp-f po12 n1 (c-acp pns11 vvb pn31) vvz p-acp d, cst n1 cc n1 vmd pc-acp vvi av.
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1463
He looks upon it as a reasonable thing, that he that is endued with power, should be adorned with glory.
He looks upon it as a reasonable thing, that he that is endued with power, should be adorned with glory.
pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1464
And hence he knits them both together in the Lords Prayer by the connective particle, the power and the glory.
And hence he knits them both together in the lords Prayer by the connective particle, the power and the glory.
cc av pns31 vvz pno32 d av p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 cc dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1465
So here he had the power, and therefore thinks it fit that he should have the glory.
So Here he had the power, and Therefore thinks it fit that he should have the glory.
av av pns31 vhd dt n1, cc av vvz pn31 j cst pns31 vmd vhi dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1593
At utmost, in the last and dreadfull day, all the dead both great and small, appear before him,
At utmost, in the last and dreadful day, all the dead both great and small, appear before him,
p-acp j, p-acp dt ord cc j n1, d dt j av-d j cc j, vvb p-acp pno31,
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1466
He tels his Father, that he had received power from him, and therefore it was congruous that he should have glory from him.
He tells his Father, that he had received power from him, and Therefore it was congruous that he should have glory from him.
pns31 vvz po31 n1, cst pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp pno31, cc av pn31 vbds j cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1467
And on this ground he presseth it in this Petition to his Father, q.d. As thou hast given me power,
And on this ground he Presseth it in this Petition to his Father, Q.d As thou hast given me power,
cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d vvb p-acp po31 n1, n1 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1468
so be prevailed withall to give me glory, Father glorifie thy Son as thou hast given him power over all flesh.
so be prevailed withal to give me glory, Father Glorify thy Son as thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
av vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi pno11 n1, n1 vvi po21 n1 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
206
Page 51
1469
Three things we have to be considered in the words. 1. The thing in it self with which our Saviour is invested and endued,
Three things we have to be considered in the words. 1. The thing in it self with which our Saviour is invested and endued,
crd n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2. crd dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn,
(13) part (DIV2)
207
Page 51
1470
and this you see is power over all flesh. 2. The means by which he comes to be invested with it, viz. by free donation and dispensation from his Father;
and this you see is power over all Flesh. 2. The means by which he comes to be invested with it, viz. by free donation and Dispensation from his Father;
cc d pn22 vvb vbz n1 p-acp d n1. crd dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
207
Page 51
1471
he had this power because his Father gave it him, As thou hast given him power over all flesh.
he had this power Because his Father gave it him, As thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
pns31 vhd d n1 c-acp po31 n1 vvd pn31 pno31, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
207
Page 51
1472
3. The end for which he was invested with it, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
3. The end for which he was invested with it, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
crd dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
207
Page 51
1473
Begin we with the first particular, the thing it self with which our Saviour is invested and endued.
Begin we with the First particular, the thing it self with which our Saviour is invested and endued.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord j, dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn.
(13) part (DIV2)
208
Page 51
1474
And here you may take notice in the first place of the nature of it, and in the next place of the measure and extent of it.
And Here you may take notice in the First place of the nature of it, and in the next place of the measure and extent of it.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(13) part (DIV2)
208
Page 51
1475
First you have here the nature of it, suggested in the name our Saviour gives it, NONLATINALPHABET power.
First you have Here the nature of it, suggested in the name our Saviour gives it, power.
ord pn22 vhb av dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvd p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vvz pn31, n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
208
Page 51
1476
And then you have the measure and extent of it, it is not over some, but over all flesh, As thou hast given him power over all flesh.
And then you have the measure and extent of it, it is not over Some, but over all Flesh, As thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
cc cs pn22 vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
208
Page 51
1477
As for the first of these, my Brethren, you must know that there are two sorts of power.
As for the First of these, my Brothers, you must know that there Are two sorts of power.
p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, po11 n2, pn22 vmb vvi d a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
209
Page 51
1478
There is either NONLATINALPHABET, or NONLATINALPHABET, either potentia, or potestas: Or to be plain, either power of ability, or power of authority.
There is either, or, either potentia, or potestas: Or to be plain, either power of ability, or power of Authority.
pc-acp vbz d, cc, d fw-la, cc fw-la: cc pc-acp vbi j, d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
209
Page 51
1479
Power of ability, by which he that enjoys it, is enabled to do things de facto: Power of authority, by which he that enjoys it is enabled to do things de jure. This latter is apparently intended in my Text, As thou hast given him, saith our Saviour, not NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET.
Power of ability, by which he that enjoys it, is enabled to do things de facto: Power of Authority, by which he that enjoys it is enabled to do things de jure. This latter is apparently intended in my Text, As thou hast given him, Says our Saviour, not, but.
n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 cst vvz pn31, vbz vvn pc-acp vdi n2 fw-fr fw-la: n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 cst vvz pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi n2 vdb vvi. d d vbz av-j vvn p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31, vvz po12 n1, xx, cc-acp.
(13) part (DIV2)
209
Page 51
1480
Our last Translation reads it power; it would have been more clear and easie, if they had rendred it authority:
Our last translation reads it power; it would have been more clear and easy, if they had rendered it Authority:
po12 ord n1 vvz pn31 n1; pn31 vmd vhi vbn av-dc j cc j, cs pns32 vhd vvn pn31 n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
209
Page 51
1481
as thou hast given him authority over all flesh. as thou hast given him Authority over all Flesh.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
209
Page 51
1482
Now this authority you see is of a very large extent, it is over all flesh. You must conceive it over all mankinde.
Now this Authority you see is of a very large extent, it is over all Flesh. You must conceive it over all mankind.
av d n1 pn22 vvb vbz pp-f dt j j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d n1. pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
210
Page 51
1483
It is a usual form of speech, as I might give you divers instances out of the Scripture:
It is a usual from of speech, as I might give you diverse instances out of the Scripture:
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 j n2 av pp-f dt n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
210
Page 51
1506
conceive it, all his enemies, concerning whom the Father saith unto the Son, Sit thou at my right hand,
conceive it, all his enemies, Concerning whom the Father Says unto the Son, Fit thou At my right hand,
vvb pn31, d po31 n2, vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb pns21 p-acp po11 j-jn n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
2041
and to execute the sentence on them? this serveth then for matchless terrour to the wicked,
and to execute the sentence on them? this serves then for matchless terror to the wicked,
cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32? d vvz av p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j,
(15) part (DIV2)
278
Page 70
1484
God looked, and behold all flesh had corrupted his way, Gen. 6.12. The corruption there is sinfull, of which no other flesh is capable, but that of mankinde only: So Luke 3.6. All flesh shall see the salvation of God: God looked, and behold all Flesh had corrupted his Way, Gen. 6.12. The corruption there is sinful, of which no other Flesh is capable, but that of mankind only: So Lycia 3.6. All Flesh shall see the salvation of God:
np1 vvd, cc vvb d n1 vhd vvn po31 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pc-acp vbz j, pp-f r-crq dx j-jn n1 vbz j, cc-acp d pp-f n1 av-j: av av crd. d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1:
(13) part (DIV2)
210
Page 51
1485
And in this sense you are to apprehend the same expression in my Text: Father glorifie thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all flesh;
And in this sense you Are to apprehend the same expression in my Text: Father Glorify thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all Flesh;
cc p-acp d n1 pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi dt d n1 p-acp po11 n1: n1 vvi po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
210
Page 51
1486
over all humane flesh, or the whole race of Mankinde.
over all humane Flesh, or the Whole raze of Mankind.
p-acp d j n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
210
Page 51
1487
And this authority you must conceive him to enjoy and exercise, as he is Man and Mediator of the Church;
And this Authority you must conceive him to enjoy and exercise, as he is Man and Mediator of the Church;
cc d n1 pn22 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
211
Page 51
1488
for that Authority which he enjoys as God, he had from all eternity as co-equal with the Father.
for that authority which he enjoys as God, he had from all eternity as coequal with the Father.
p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, pns31 vhd p-acp d n1 c-acp j p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
211
Page 51
1489
He had it not made over to him by the Father; no, it was his own original, and primitive, and native right, together with the Father.
He had it not made over to him by the Father; no, it was his own original, and primitive, and native right, together with the Father.
pns31 vhd pn31 xx vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1; uh-dx, pn31 vbds po31 d j-jn, cc j, cc j-jn n-jn, av p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
211
Page 51
1490
Whereas the power intended in my Text, is that which he received by way of dispensation,
Whereas the power intended in my Text, is that which he received by Way of Dispensation,
cs dt n1 vvd p-acp po11 n1, vbz d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
211
Page 52
1491
and donation from the Father, As thou hast given him power over all flesh: You see the meaning of the Words, the Point is clear.
and donation from the Father, As thou hast given him power over all Flesh: You see the meaning of the Words, the Point is clear.
cc n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1: pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 vbz j.
(13) part (DIV2)
211
Page 52
1492
DOCTRINE. That all mankinde is under the authority of Jesus Christ, as he is Man, and Mediator of the Church.DOCTRINE. That all mankind is under the Authority of jesus christ, as he is Man, and Mediator of the Church.
n1. cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
211
Page 52
1493
His Jurisdiction, as you see, is of a very large extent, no creature is exempted from it;
His Jurisdiction, as you see, is of a very large extent, no creature is exempted from it;
po31 n1, c-acp pn22 vvb, vbz pp-f dt j j n1, dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31;
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1494
he ruleth over all, as David speaks, Psal. 103.19 And he is king of all the earth, Psal. 47.7. He hath dominion from sea to sea;
he Ruleth over all, as David speaks, Psalm 103.19 And he is King of all the earth, Psalm 47.7. He hath dominion from sea to sea;
pns31 vvz p-acp d, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd cc pns31 vbz n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vhz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1495
and from the river to the ends of the earth, Psal. 72.8. His Father (the Apostle tels us) hath set him over the works of his hands, Heb. 2.7. You must conceive it over all without exception;and from the river to the ends of the earth, Psalm 72.8. His Father (the Apostle tells us) hath Set him over the works of his hands, Hebrew 2.7. You must conceive it over all without exception;
cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. po31 n1 (dt n1 vvz pno12) vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d p-acp n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1496
and hath put all things in subjection to him, as it is added presently:and hath put all things in subjection to him, as it is added presently:
cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1497
So that you see, my Brethren, there is nothing left that is not under his dominion.
So that you see, my Brothers, there is nothing left that is not under his dominion.
av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, pc-acp vbz pix vvn cst vbz xx p-acp po31 n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1498
He hath advanced him far above all principality, and power, and might, and every name, not only in the present world,
He hath advanced him Far above all principality, and power, and might, and every name, not only in the present world,
pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av-j p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d n1, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1499
but in that which is to come, and hath put all things under his feet, Eph. 1.22.but in that which is to come, and hath put all things under his feet, Ephesians 1.22.
cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1500
And in another place, His Father loves him, and hath put all things into his hands, Joh. 3.35.
And in Another place, His Father loves him, and hath put all things into his hands, John 3.35.
cc p-acp j-jn n1, po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1501
These two may seem to clash and interfere, he hath put all things into his hand,
These two may seem to clash and interfere, he hath put all things into his hand,
np1 crd vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pns31 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1502
and he hath put all things under his feet:
and he hath put all things under his feet:
cc pns31 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1503
But the fence and meaning is, he hath put all things of one sort into his hands;
But the fence and meaning is, he hath put all things of one sort into his hands;
cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz, pns31 vhz vvn d n2 pp-f crd n1 p-acp po31 n2;
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1504
conceive it, all his people and his friends, concerning whom our Saviour saith, No man can pluck them out of my hand.
conceive it, all his people and his Friends, Concerning whom our Saviour Says, No man can pluck them out of my hand.
vvb pn31, d po31 n1 cc po31 n2, vvg ro-crq po12 n1 vvz, dx n1 vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po11 n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1507
untill I make thy enemies thy foot stool: So that you see apparently, Christ hath an universal Jurisdiction;until I make thy enemies thy foot stool: So that you see apparently, christ hath an universal Jurisdiction;
c-acp pns11 vvb po21 n2 po21 n1 n1: av cst pn22 vvb av-j, np1 vhz dt j n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1508
he hath all things in his power, under his dominion:
he hath all things in his power, under his dominion:
pns31 vhz d n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1509
some things in his hand, to honour them, and some things under foot to shame them:
Some things in his hand, to honour them, and Some things under foot to shame them:
d n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc d n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1510
Some things in his hand to keep them, and some things under feet to tread upon them,
some things in his hand to keep them, and Some things under feet to tread upon them,
d n2 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc d n2 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32,
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1511
and to ruine them for ever.
and to ruin them for ever.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av.
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1512
If any were without the verge of the authority of Jesus Christ, the Kings and Princes of the earth might seem to have the strongest plea for this exemption:
If any were without the verge of the Authority of jesus christ, the Kings and Princes of the earth might seem to have the Strongest plea for this exemption:
cs d vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vhi dt js n1 p-acp d n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1513
But God hath made him his first-born, higher then the kings of the earth, as you may see, Ps. 89 27. Not higher in regard of dignity of nature only (for so the Angels, as you know;
But God hath made him his firstborn, higher then the Kings of the earth, as you may see, Ps. 89 27. Not higher in regard of dignity of nature only (for so the Angels, as you know;
cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31 po31 j, jc cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd xx av-jc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 av-j (c-acp av dt n2, c-acp pn22 vvb;
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1514
are higher then the greatest earthly Princes) but higher in regard of Jurisdiction too; and hence he hath that name upon his vesture written in great Capitals, Apoc. 19.16. King of Kings, and Lord of Lords:
Are higher then the greatest earthly Princes) but higher in regard of Jurisdiction too; and hence he hath that name upon his vesture written in great Capitals, Apocalypse 19.16. King of Kings, and Lord of lords:
vbr jc cs dt js j n2) p-acp jc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av; cc av pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp j n2, np1 crd. n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2:
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1515
So that the point you see is fully proved. That all mankinde, &c.
So that the point you see is Fully proved. That all mankind, etc.
av cst dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz av-j vvn. cst d n1, av
(13) part (DIV2)
212
Page 52
1516
Now to unfold the point a little to you, that you may see it in the latitude,
Now to unfold the point a little to you, that you may see it in the latitude,
av pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt j p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
213
Page 52
1517
and in the full dimension of it:
and in the full dimension of it:
cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31:
(13) part (DIV2)
213
Page 52
1518
There is a twofold power of Jurisdiction or Authority, which Jesus Christ as Man and Mediator of the Church is vested with, and exerciseth over all flesh.
There is a twofold power of Jurisdiction or authority, which jesus christ as Man and Mediator of the Church is vested with, and Exerciseth over all Flesh.
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq np1 np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp, cc vvz p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
213
Page 52
1519
A Legislative power, and a Judiciary power: A Legislative power to give Laws; and a Judiciary power, to execute the Laws that he hath given.
A Legislative power, and a Judiciary power: A Legislative power to give Laws; and a Judiciary power, to execute the Laws that he hath given.
dt j n1, cc dt j n1: dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2; cc dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn.
(13) part (DIV2)
213
Page 52
1520
First then Christ hath an universal Legislative power, a power of giving Laws to all flesh.
First then christ hath an universal Legislative power, a power of giving Laws to all Flesh.
ord cs np1 vhz dt j j n1, dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1521
And hence it is, that the Apostle stiles him the Law-giver, Jam. 4.12. and that exclusively;
And hence it is, that the Apostle stile him the Lawgiver, Jam. 4.12. and that exclusively;
cc av pn31 vbz, cst dt n1 vvz pno31 dt n1, np1 crd. cc cst av-j;
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1522
he tels us, that here is but one, and that is Christ. There is one such, and no more;
he tells us, that Here is but one, and that is christ. There is one such, and no more;
pns31 vvz pno12, cst av vbz p-acp crd, cc d vbz np1. pc-acp vbz pi d, cc dx av-dc;
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1523
the universal Legislative power is in himself alone, and not in any other, either with him, or besides him:
the universal Legislative power is in himself alone, and not in any other, either with him, or beside him:
dt j j n1 vbz p-acp px31 av-j, cc xx p-acp d n-jn, av-d p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31:
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1524
It is his own prerogative, it is a flower of the Imperial Crown of heaven which he communicateth not to any other, to give Law to all flesh.
It is his own prerogative, it is a flower of the Imperial Crown of heaven which he Communicateth not to any other, to give Law to all Flesh.
pn31 vbz po31 d n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvz xx p-acp d n-jn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1525
And hence the Law is said in Scripture to come out of Zion, as you may see that place fore-instanced, Isa. 2.3. for out of Zion shall go forth the Law, which is the Seat of Christs Kingdom:
And hence the Law is said in Scripture to come out of Zion, as you may see that place fore-instanced, Isaiah 2.3. for out of Zion shall go forth the Law, which is the Seat of Christ Kingdom:
cc av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 j, np1 crd. p-acp av pp-f np1 vmb vvi av dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1526
It is not said to be imposed on Zion only, to be restrained to Zion only,
It is not said to be imposed on Zion only, to be restrained to Zion only,
pn31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 av-j, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 av-j,
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1527
but out of Zion to go forth to all flesh:
but out of Zion to go forth to all Flesh:
cc-acp av pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1549
The Heathen rage, the people of the Jews imagine, the Kings and Rulers (not of Jews only,
The Heathen rage, the people of the jews imagine, the Kings and Rulers (not of jews only,
dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vvb, dt n2 cc n2 (xx pp-f np2 j,
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1528
Because our Saviour, though he be King of all the earth, yet he keeps his Court in Zion, in the Church;
Because our Saviour, though he be King of all the earth, yet he keeps his Court in Zion, in the Church;
c-acp po12 n1, cs pns31 vbb n1 pp-f d dt n1, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1529
there is his place of residence, and thence he dates and sendeth forth his Royal Proclamations,
there is his place of residence, and thence he dates and sends forth his Royal Proclamations,
pc-acp vbz po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc av pns31 n2 cc vvz av po31 j n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1530
and Edicts, Witness our self at Zion.
and Edicts, Witness our self At Zion.
cc n2, vvb po12 n1 p-acp np1.
(13) part (DIV2)
214
Page 53
1531
Now Christ by vertue of this Legislative power of his, gives Laws both to the outward and the inward man.
Now christ by virtue of this Legislative power of his, gives Laws both to the outward and the inward man.
av np1 p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f png31, vvz n2 av-d p-acp dt j cc dt j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
215
Page 53
1532
Both to the members, and the conscience, and that without restraint of all flesh.
Both to the members, and the conscience, and that without restraint of all Flesh.
av-d p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
215
Page 53
1533
Christ hath an universal Legislative power, a power of giving Laws to all mankinde, so as to binde their members, and their outward man.
christ hath an universal Legislative power, a power of giving Laws to all mankind, so as to bind their members, and their outward man.
np1 vhz dt j j n1, dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp d n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc po32 j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1534
And hence the Moral Law, which is an universal Law, which no man is exempted from, which takes hold on all flesh, which all men shall be judged by,
And hence the Moral Law, which is an universal Law, which no man is exempted from, which Takes hold on all Flesh, which all men shall be judged by,
cc av dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, r-crq dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp,
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1535
as the Apostle tels us, is called the Law of Christ, Gal. 6.2. Bear you one anothers burthen, and so fulfill the Law of Christ, that is, the Law of love;
as the Apostle tells us, is called the Law of christ, Gal. 6.2. Bear you one another's burden, and so fulfil the Law of christ, that is, the Law of love;
c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. vvb pn22 pi j-jn n1, cc av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1536
for that, my Brethren, is the Law of Christ. A new Commandment give I unto you;
for that, my Brothers, is the Law of christ. A new Commandment give I unto you;
p-acp d, po11 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. dt j n1 vvb pns11 p-acp pn22;
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1537
Novum quia renovatum, A new Commandment give I unto you, that you love one another: Novum quia renovatum, A new Commandment give I unto you, that you love one Another:
np1 fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb pi j-jn:
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1538
And what is love but the fulfilling of the Moral Law, as the Apostle speaks? And yet this same Apostle speaking of this Law of love, calls it not the Law of nature,
And what is love but the fulfilling of the Moral Law, as the Apostle speaks? And yet this same Apostle speaking of this Law of love, calls it not the Law of nature,
cc r-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz? cc av d d n1 vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vvz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1539
but the Law of Christ, Bear ye one anothers burthen (which is a special act of love) and so fulfill the Law of Christ:
but the Law of christ, Bear you one another's burden (which is a special act of love) and so fulfil the Law of christ:
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pn22 crd j-jn n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1) cc av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1:
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1540
So that the Moral Law you see, my Brethren, is the Law of Christ:
So that the Moral Law you see, my Brothers, is the Law of christ:
av cst dt j n1 pn22 vvb, po11 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1:
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1541
and therefore he is pleased to own it, and to call it his Commandment, John 15.12. to fortifie it with his own authority (as in the Sermon on the Mount) and to impose the precept of it on the people.
and Therefore he is pleased to own it, and to call it his Commandment, John 15.12. to fortify it with his own Authority (as in the Sermon on the Mount) and to impose the precept of it on the people.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 po31 n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1) cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
216
Page 53
1542
And that this Moral Law is universal, and extends to all flesh, appears by this, that it is not imposed alone upon the members of the Church,
And that this Moral Law is universal, and extends to all Flesh, appears by this, that it is not imposed alone upon the members of the Church,
cc cst d j n1 vbz j, cc vvz p-acp d n1, vvz p-acp d, cst pn31 vbz xx vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1543
but on the very heathen too, upon the Kings and Princes of the earth, as you may see, Psal. 2.2.
but on the very heathen too, upon the Kings and Princes of the earth, as you may see, Psalm 2.2.
cc-acp p-acp dt j j-jn av, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1544
The Kings and Princes of the earth set themselves, and the Rulers take Counsel together against the Lord and his Christ, saying, Let us break their bond• asunder, The Kings and Princes of the earth Set themselves, and the Rulers take Counsel together against the Lord and his christ, saying, Let us break their bond• asunder,
dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb px32, cc dt n2 vvb n1 av p-acp dt n1 cc po31 np1, vvg, vvb pno12 vvi po32 n1 av,
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1545
and cast away their cords from us, that is the Precepts and Commandments, not of the Gospel only,and cast away their cords from us, that is the Precepts and commandments, not of the Gospel only,
cc vvd av po32 n2 p-acp pno12, cst vbz dt n2 cc n2, xx pp-f dt n1 av-j,
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1546
but also of the Moral Law:
but also of the Moral Law:
cc-acp av pp-f dt j n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1547
Which is the Law of nature, and obliged not the Jews alone, but all the Nations of the world:
Which is the Law of nature, and obliged not the jews alone, but all the nations of the world:
r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn xx dt np2 av-j, cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1548
So that no marvel though they both conspire together to rid themselves of these bonds.
So that no marvel though they both conspire together to rid themselves of these bonds.
av cst dx n1 cs pns32 d vvi av pc-acp vvi px32 pp-f d n2.
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 53
1552
These bonds and cords which are imposed and laid upon us all, with which we all of us do finde our selves restrained and bound, that is, the Precepts and Commandments of the Moral Law:
These bonds and cords which Are imposed and laid upon us all, with which we all of us do find our selves restrained and bound, that is, the Precepts and commandments of the Moral Law:
d n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 d, p-acp r-crq pns12 d pp-f pno12 vdb vvi po12 n2 vvn cc vvn, cst vbz, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 54
1553
So that you see, Christ by his Legislative power gives Law to all flesh, as to the outward man, and to the Members.
So that you see, christ by his Legislative power gives Law to all Flesh, as to the outward man, and to the Members.
av cst pn22 vvb, np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vvz n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n2.
(13) part (DIV2)
217
Page 54
1554
He gives Law to all flesh, as to the inward man, and to the conscience. The Law of Jesus Christ is Spiritual, as the Apostle Paul tels us, Rom. 7.14. not only in the nature of it, but also in the subjects of it.
He gives Law to all Flesh, as to the inward man, and to the conscience. The Law of jesus christ is Spiritual, as the Apostle Paul tells us, Rom. 7.14. not only in the nature of it, but also in the subject's of it.
pns31 vvz n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp av p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f pn31.
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1555
It takes hold upon the souls, the spirits, and consciences of men: It captivates their very thoughts, 2 Cor. 10.5.
It Takes hold upon the Souls, the spirits, and Consciences of men: It captivates their very thoughts, 2 Cor. 10.5.
pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2, dt n2, cc n2 pp-f n2: pn31 vvz po32 j n2, crd np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1556
And herein Jesus Christ is singular, and manifesteth such authority as no one exerciseth but himself.
And herein jesus christ is singular, and manifesteth such Authority as no one Exerciseth but himself.
cc av np1 np1 vbz j, cc vvz d n1 c-acp dx pi vvz p-acp px31.
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1557
Its true, that men do oftentimes give Laws unto the outward man, and to the members in politick and civil things,
Its true, that men do oftentimes give Laws unto the outward man, and to the members in politic and civil things,
po31 j, cst n2 vdb av vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp j cc j n2,
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1558
and then they do it too as Christs Vicegerents and his Deputies, they do it under him, and by authority from him.
and then they do it too as Christ Vicegerents and his Deputies, they do it under him, and by Authority from him.
cc av pns32 vdb pn31 av p-acp npg1 n2 cc po31 n2, pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31.
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1559
But it is Christ, and he alone that gives Laws unto the Conscience in holy and religious things.
But it is christ, and he alone that gives Laws unto the Conscience in holy and religious things.
p-acp pn31 vbz np1, cc pns31 av-j cst vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2.
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1560
He delegates the former power to Magistrates, who in the same respect are stiled the Ministers of Christ:
He delegates the former power to Magistrates, who in the same respect Are styled the Ministers of christ:
pns31 n2 dt j n1 p-acp n2, r-crq p-acp dt d n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1:
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1561
But this authority he makes not over to any of the sons of men:
But this Authority he makes not over to any of the Sons of men:
cc-acp d n1 pns31 vvz xx a-acp p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2:
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1562
And yet he exercises this authority over all the sons of men, so that there is not one of them exempted from his Power.
And yet he exercises this Authority over all the Sons of men, so that there is not one of them exempted from his Power.
cc av pns31 n2 d n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, av cst pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f pno32 vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
218
Page 54
1563
As Jesus Christ hath a Legislative power, so a Judiciary power.
As jesus christ hath a Legislative power, so a Judiciary power.
p-acp np1 np1 vhz dt j n1, av dt j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1564
As he hath a Legislative power to give Laws, so a Judiciary power to execute the Laws that he hath given:
As he hath a Legislative power to give Laws, so a Judiciary power to execute the Laws that he hath given:
p-acp pns31 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2, av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn:
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1565
And this is universal too, my Brethren, as the other is. As he gives his Laws to all, so he executes his Laws on all flesh.
And this is universal too, my Brothers, as the other is. As he gives his Laws to all, so he executes his Laws on all Flesh.
cc d vbz j av, po11 n2, c-acp dt n-jn vbz. p-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp d, av pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp d n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1566
And therefore he is called a Judge very often in the Scripture: I need not give you instances, for they are known:
And Therefore he is called a Judge very often in the Scripture: I need not give you instances, for they Are known:
cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 av av p-acp dt n1: pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn:
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1567
yea, he is stiled the Judge of all, and not alone of all that are alive,
yea, he is styled the Judge of all, and not alone of all that Are alive,
uh, pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f d, cc xx j pp-f d cst vbr j,
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1568
but even of those that are departed and deceased, as you may see that place for instance, Acts 10.42. where he is stiled the Judge of the quick and dead.
but even of those that Are departed and deceased, as you may see that place for instance, Acts 10.42. where he is styled the Judge of the quick and dead.
cc-acp av pp-f d cst vbr vvn cc vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, n2 crd. c-crq pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j.
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1569
Its true that other Judges in the world can judge the quick, they can deal well enough with those that are alive;
Its true that other Judges in the world can judge the quick, they can deal well enough with those that Are alive;
po31 j cst j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi dt j, pns32 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp d cst vbr j;
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1570
but if they die, they are gone out of their hands for ever.
but if they die, they Are gone out of their hands for ever.
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f po32 n2 c-acp av.
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1571
But Jesus Christ is Judge of all flesh, quick flesh, and dead flesh, Judge of quick and dead too.
But jesus christ is Judge of all Flesh, quick Flesh, and dead Flesh, Judge of quick and dead too.
p-acp np1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f d n1, j n1, cc j n1, n1 pp-f j cc j av.
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1594
and receive a sentence from him, either the one way or the other, as you may see, Apoc. 20.12.
and receive a sentence from him, either the one Way or the other, as you may see, Apocalypse 20.12.
cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, d dt crd n1 cc dt n-jn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1572
Death cannot rescue men out of his hands; no, my Beloved, he can pursue them to eternity, and follow them into another world,
Death cannot rescue men out of his hands; no, my beloved, he can pursue them to eternity, and follow them into Another world,
n1 vmbx vvi n2 av pp-f po31 n2; uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1573
and there can execute the rigour of his wrath upon them to the very utmost.
and there can execute the rigour of his wrath upon them to the very utmost.
cc pc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j j.
(13) part (DIV2)
219
Page 54
1574
And as he is the Judge of all persons, so he is Judge of all cases:
And as he is the Judge of all Persons, so he is Judge of all cases:
cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, av pns31 vbz n1 pp-f d n2:
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1575
All judgement is committed to him, not some, but all judgement, Job 5.22. whether the case be manifest and open, or whether it be hid and secret, all is one, Christ is Judge of both these;All judgement is committed to him, not Some, but all judgement, Job 5.22. whither the case be manifest and open, or whither it be hid and secret, all is one, christ is Judge of both these;
d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, xx d, cc-acp d n1, n1 crd. cs dt n1 vbb j cc j, cc cs pn31 vbb vvn cc j-jn, d vbz pi, np1 vbz n1 pp-f d d;
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1576
and this is singular to Jesus Christ. Men can do nothing in a case that is absolutely secret.
and this is singular to jesus christ. Men can do nothing in a case that is absolutely secret.
cc d vbz j p-acp np1 np1. np1 vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j j-jn.
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1577
If a murther be committed, and nothing be discovered any way;
If a murder be committed, and nothing be discovered any Way;
cs dt n1 vbi vvn, cc pix vbb vvn d n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1578
no, not so much as by a circumstance, or by some grounds of strong suspition, what can an earthly Judge do? He knows the Law is broken,
no, not so much as by a circumstance, or by Some grounds of strong suspicion, what can an earthly Judge do? He knows the Law is broken,
uh-dx, xx av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb dt j n1 vdb? pns31 vvz dt n1 vbz vvn,
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1579
but yet he cannot execute the sentence of the Law, because he is not able to discover the Offender.
but yet he cannot execute the sentence of the Law, Because he is not able to discover the Offender.
cc-acp av pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1580
Now Jesus Christ is not to seek in such Cases. To him all things are naked and uncovered.
Now jesus christ is not to seek in such Cases. To him all things Are naked and uncovered.
av np1 np1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2. p-acp pno31 d n2 vbr j cc vvn.
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1581
And therefore he brings every work to judgement, and every secret thing, Eccl. 12.14.
And Therefore he brings every work to judgement, and every secret thing, Ecclesiastes 12.14.
cc av pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp n1, cc d j-jn n1, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1582
And the Apostle tels us of a day when God shall judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ, according to his Gospel, Rom. 2.16.
And the Apostle tells us of a day when God shall judge the secrets of men by jesus christ, according to his Gospel, Rom. 2.16.
cc dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1, vvg p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 54
1583
So that you see no flesh can escape his judgement, let the man be what he will,
So that you see no Flesh can escape his judgement, let the man be what he will,
av cst pn22 vvb dx n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb,
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 55
1584
and let the cause be what it will. Now this Judiciary power of Christs consists of two things;
and let the cause be what it will. Now this Judiciary power of Christ consists of two things;
cc vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb. av d j n1 pp-f npg1 vvz pp-f crd n2;
(13) part (DIV2)
220
Page 55
1585
in passing sentence upon all flesh; in executing the sentence after it is past. A word or two of these in order.
in passing sentence upon all Flesh; in executing the sentence After it is past. A word or two of these in order.
p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1; p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz j. dt n1 cc crd pp-f d p-acp n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
221
Page 55
1586
Christ hath the power of passing sentence upon all flesh. All mankinde is under his authority in this respect:
christ hath the power of passing sentence upon all Flesh. All mankind is under his Authority in this respect:
np1 vhz dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1. av-d n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1587
and they must all appear before the Judgement Seat of Christ, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 2 Cor. 5.10. there to receive their last doom, either of absolution or condemnation.
and they must all appear before the Judgement Seat of christ, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 2 Cor. 5.10. there to receive their last doom, either of absolution or condemnation.
cc pns32 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 ord n1, av-d pp-f n1 cc n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1588
Sometimes he passeth sentence on them in the Court of Conscience here, he sealeth up mens condemnation to them,
Sometime he passes sentence on them in the Court of Conscience Here, he Sealeth up men's condemnation to them,
av pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, pns31 vvz a-acp ng2 n1 p-acp pno32,
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1589
and makes it to become a certain thing:
and makes it to become a certain thing:
cc vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt j n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1590
They are condemned already, in themselves, and there remaineth nothing to them but a certain looking for of judgment, as the expression is, Heb. 10.27.They Are condemned already, in themselves, and there remains nothing to them but a certain looking for of judgement, as the expression is, Hebrew 10.27.
pns32 vbr vvn av, p-acp px32, cc a-acp vvz pix p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j vvg p-acp pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1591
And on the other side, he sealeth up mens absolution, he sealeth Pardons to the conscience:
And on the other side, he Sealeth up men's absolution, he Sealeth Pardons to the conscience:
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvz a-acp ng2 n1, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1:
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
1592
This he hath power to do, and this he doth sometimes on earth, Mat. 9 6. The Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins.
This he hath power to do, and this he does sometime on earth, Mathew 9 6. The Son of man hath power on earth to forgive Sins.
d pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vdi, cc d pns31 vdz av p-acp n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2.
(13) part (DIV2)
222
Page 55
2080
so it is exercised one way or another upon all flesh.
so it is exercised one Way or Another upon all Flesh.
av pn31 vbz vvn crd n1 cc j-jn p-acp d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
1597
And therefore the Apostle having spoken of his Legislative power before, he comes to this judiciary Power, James 4.12. There is one Law-giver, (saith he) And what can he but give the Law? yes, he can execute the Law too:
And Therefore the Apostle having spoken of his Legislative power before, he comes to this judiciary Power, James 4.12. There is one Lawgiver, (Says he) And what can he but give the Law? yes, he can execute the Law too:
cc av dt n1 vhg vvn pp-f po31 j n1 a-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp d j n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vbz crd n1, (vvz pns31) cc q-crq vmb pns31 p-acp vvb dt n1? uh, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 av:
(13) part (DIV2)
223
Page 55
1598
and therefore it is added presently, Who is able both to save, and to destroy:
and Therefore it is added presently, Who is able both to save, and to destroy:
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, r-crq vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi:
(13) part (DIV2)
223
Page 55
1599
to save those that are acquitted by the Law, and to destroy those that are condemned by the Law.
to save those that Are acquitted by the Law, and to destroy those that Are condemned by the Law.
pc-acp vvi d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
223
Page 55
1600
Sometimes he executeth his sentence partly here:
Sometime he Executeth his sentence partly Here:
av pns31 vvz po31 n1 av av:
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1601
The works of some men go before to judgement, (as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 5.24.) Christ punisheth the wicked,
The works of Some men go before to judgement, (as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 5.24.) christ Punisheth the wicked,
dt n2 pp-f d n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.) np1 vvz dt j,
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1602
and rewards the Godly in this present world;
and rewards the Godly in this present world;
cc vvz dt j p-acp d j n1;
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1603
but the full retribution of them both, he keepeth and reserveth to the day of his appearing,
but the full retribution of them both, he Keepeth and reserveth to the day of his appearing,
cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 d, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg,
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1604
when both of them shall have their full reward.
when both of them shall have their full reward.
c-crq d pp-f pno32 vmb vhi po32 j n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1605
Behold I come quickly, and my reward is with me, (saith our Saviour) He sends not his reward before him, he leaves not his reward behind him,Behold I come quickly, and my reward is with me, (Says our Saviour) He sends not his reward before him, he leaves not his reward behind him,
vvb pns11 vvb av-j, cc po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno11, (vvz po12 n1) pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp pno31,
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1606
but brings it with him, to dispense it when he comes:
but brings it with him, to dispense it when he comes:
cc-acp vvz pn31 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vvz:
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1607
And then he will discover it to all the world, that he hath power over all flesh,
And then he will discover it to all the world, that he hath power over all Flesh,
cc av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, cst pns31 vhz n1 p-acp d n1,
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1608
for he will then dispose eternally of all flesh, either in heaven or in hell.
for he will then dispose eternally of all Flesh, either in heaven or in hell.
c-acp pns31 vmb av vvi av-j pp-f d n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(13) part (DIV2)
224
Page 55
1609
John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
np1 crd. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
224
Page 56
1610
NOw is it so, that all mankind is under the authority of Jesus Christ, under his Legislative power,
NOw is it so, that all mankind is under the Authority of jesus christ, under his Legislative power,
av vbz pn31 av, cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1611
so as to give Law to them? Then first of all, they are severely to be censured, who submit not to the authority of Jesus Christ, who do not yield obedience to the Law he gives them;
so as to give Law to them? Then First of all, they Are severely to be censured, who submit not to the Authority of jesus christ, who do not yield Obedience to the Law he gives them;
av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32? av ord pp-f d, pns32 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pno32;
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1612
let him lay what commands he will upon them, they are at a point for that, they will not be obedient to them:
let him lay what commands he will upon them, they Are At a point for that, they will not be obedient to them:
vvb pno31 vvi r-crq vvz pns31 vmb p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, pns32 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno32:
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1613
they break the bonds of Christ in sunder, and cast away his cords from them.
they break the bonds of christ in sunder, and cast away his cords from them.
pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp av, cc vvd av po31 n2 p-acp pno32.
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1614
Now the Delinquents here are twofold, according to the twofold Law which the authority of Jesus Christ imposeth on his Subjects.
Now the Delinquents Here Are twofold, according to the twofold Law which the Authority of jesus christ Imposes on his Subject's.
av dt n2-jn av vbr j, vvg p-acp dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1615
I say, there is a twofold Law which the authority of Jesus Christ imposeth upon men;
I say, there is a twofold Law which the Authority of jesus christ Imposes upon men;
pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvz p-acp n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1616
the Law of Faith, and the Law of Love.
the Law of Faith, and the Law of Love.
dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1617
We read of both these (my Brethren) in the Gospel, and of both as his Laws.
We read of both these (my Brothers) in the Gospel, and of both as his Laws.
pns12 vvb pp-f d d (po11 n2) p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f d c-acp po31 n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1618
And so accordingly there are two sorts of men, who stoop not to the Legislative power of Jesus Christ;
And so accordingly there Are two sorts of men, who stoop not to the Legislative power of jesus christ;
cc av av-vvg pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1;
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1619
I shall proceed with them in order. The first of them are unbelievers;
I shall proceed with them in order. The First of them Are unbelievers;
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. dt ord pp-f pno32 vbr n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
226
Page 56
1620
they violate the Law of faith, and so submit not to the power which God hath given him over all flesh.
they violate the Law of faith, and so submit not to the power which God hath given him over all Flesh.
pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvb xx p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1623
And therefore the Apostle tels us of the Law of faith, and setteth it in opposition to the Law of works, the Moral Law,
And Therefore the Apostle tells us of the Law of faith, and sets it in opposition to the Law of works, the Moral Law,
cc av dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1624
as you may see, Rom. 3.27.
as you may see, Rom. 3.27.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1625
Now the great thing which this Law of faith requires, is, the receiving of the Son of God upon the terms that he is offered in the Gospel,
Now the great thing which this Law of faith requires, is, the receiving of the Son of God upon the terms that he is offered in the Gospel,
av dt j n1 r-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vbz, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1626
as you have been often shewed.
as you have been often showed.
c-acp pn22 vhb vbn av vvn.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1627
And it requires it on the greatest penalty, even everlasting condemnation, which is as certain to the unbelievers,
And it requires it on the greatest penalty, even everlasting condemnation, which is as certain to the unbelievers,
cc pn31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt js n1, av j n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j p-acp dt n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1628
as if it had already past upon them.
as if it had already passed upon them.
c-acp cs pn31 vhd av vvn p-acp pno32.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1629
He that believeth not, is condemned already, John 3, 18. And yet alas, how many are there who submit not to this Law of faith;He that Believeth not, is condemned already, John 3, 18. And yet alas, how many Are there who submit not to this Law of faith;
pns31 cst vvz xx, vbz vvn av, np1 crd, crd cc av uh, c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vvb xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1630
who though Christ be proposed and tendred to them in the Gospel, though he be even forced and pressed upon them,
who though christ be proposed and tendered to them in the Gospel, though he be even forced and pressed upon them,
r-crq cs np1 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb av vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32,
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1631
though Christ command them to believe, yet they will not be obedient!
though christ command them to believe, yet they will not be obedient!
cs np1 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi, av pns32 vmb xx vbi j!
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1632
Indeed if he had no authority to impose this Law upon them, they had reason to stand out:
Indeed if he had no Authority to impose this Law upon them, they had reason to stand out:
np1 cs pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi av:
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1633
but God hath given him power to do this, yea, he himself requires the very same thing.
but God hath given him power to do this, yea, he himself requires the very same thing.
cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31 n1 pc-acp vdi d, uh, pns31 px31 vvz dt j d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1634
This is his Commandment that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ, 1 Joh. 3.23.This is his Commandment that we should believe in the name of his Son jesus christ, 1 John 3.23.
d vbz po31 n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1, vvn np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1635
so that you see (my Brethren) this is the Commandment of the Father, and this is the Commandment of the Son, both joyn in this Law;
so that you see (my Brothers) this is the Commandment of the Father, and this is the Commandment of the Son, both join in this Law;
av cst pn22 vvb (po11 n2) d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vvb p-acp d n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1636
and therefore they are deeply to be censured, who are refractory to so great a Law as this.
and Therefore they Are deeply to be censured, who Are refractory to so great a Law as this.
cc av pns32 vbr av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vbr j p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp d.
(14) part (DIV2)
227
Page 56
1637
And that it may the better work and take upon them, I shall shew them, first the sin, and secondly the danger of their disobedience.
And that it may the better work and take upon them, I shall show them, First the since, and secondly the danger of their disobedience.
cc cst pn31 vmb dt jc n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb vvi pno32, ord dt n1, cc ord dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
228
Page 56
1638
That it is a sin not to believe in Jesus Christ, is evident by that which hath been said,
That it is a since not to believe in jesus christ, is evident by that which hath been said,
cst pn31 vbz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1, vbz j p-acp d r-crq vhz vbn vvn,
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 56
1639
because it is the violation of a Law, the Law of faith. But more then so, it is a very great sin.
Because it is the violation of a Law, the Law of faith. But more then so, it is a very great since.
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp dc cs av, pn31 vbz dt av j n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 56
1640
It is a sin of no ordinary size;
It is a since of no ordinary size;
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dx j n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 56
1641
no, (my beloved) it is a sinning sin, it is abundantly, and out of measure sinfull.
no, (my Beloved) it is a sinning since, it is abundantly, and out of measure sinful.
uh-dx, (po11 j-vvn) pn31 vbz dt vvg n1, pn31 vbz av-j, cc av pp-f n1 j.
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 56
1642
It is a sin indeed to violate the Law of works which the Apostle stileth Moses Law,
It is a since indeed to violate the Law of works which the Apostle styleth Moses Law,
pn31 vbz dt n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz np1 n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 57
1643
because it was delivered by the hand of Moses: But it is a greater sin to violate the Law of faith,
Because it was Delivered by the hand of Moses: But it is a greater since to violate the Law of faith,
c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: p-acp pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 57
1644
and that both with relation to the Father and the Son. First for the Father, it is an horrible indignity to him;
and that both with Relation to the Father and the Son. First for the Father, it is an horrible indignity to him;
cc cst d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 ord p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno31;
(14) part (DIV2)
229
Page 57
1645
it is the basest undervaluing and despising of his love that can be;
it is the Basest undervaluing and despising of his love that can be;
pn31 vbz dt js vvg cc vvg pp-f po31 n1 cst vmb vbi;
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1646
he gives his Son out of his bosom, to suffer shame and death for poor Creatures,
he gives his Son out of his bosom, to suffer shame and death for poor Creatures,
pns31 vvz po31 n1 av pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1647
and having done it, he sends his Messengers to mind men of the danger they are in without Christ,
and having done it, he sends his Messengers to mind men of the danger they Are in without christ,
cc vhg vdn pn31, pns31 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr p-acp p-acp np1,
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1648
and to exhibite and propose him to them as the means, the only means of their salvation:
and to exhibit and propose him to them as the means, the only means of their salvation:
cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1:
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1649
and as endeavouring to overcome men with his goodness, he doth in love and pity beg them,
and as endeavouring to overcome men with his Goodness, he does in love and pity beg them,
cc c-acp vvg pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vdz p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb pno32,
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1650
and beseech them to accept of it;
and beseech them to accept of it;
cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31;
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1651
And what is the event of this? why (my beloved ] when he hath abased himself so low,
And what is the event of this? why (my Beloved ] when he hath abased himself so low,
cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? q-crq (po11 j-vvn ] q-crq pns31 vhz vvd px31 av av-j,
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1652
and stooped so much below himself as to become a suitor to them to receive his Son, they carry matters so as if he stood in need of them;
and stooped so much below himself as to become a suitor to them to receive his Son, they carry matters so as if he stood in need of them;
cc vvd av av-d p-acp px31 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns32 vvb n2 av c-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f pno32;
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1653
as if he came to make a motion to them for his own advantage;
as if he Come to make a motion to them for his own advantage;
c-acp cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 d n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1654
as if he knew not what to do, if they should refuse his Son. Is not this good usage? that when he hath descended so in ways of mercy, they should shake him off,
as if he knew not what to do, if they should refuse his Son. Is not this good usage? that when he hath descended so in ways of mercy, they should shake him off,
c-acp cs pns31 vvd xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, cs pns32 vmd vvi po31 n1 vbz xx d j n1? cst c-crq pns31 vhz vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp,
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1655
and tell him in effect, that his profered wares stink, and that they do not need him, nor his Son neither:
and tell him in Effect, that his proffered wares stink, and that they do not need him, nor his Son neither:
cc vvb pno31 p-acp n1, cst po31 j-vvn n2 vvi, cc cst pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31, ccx po31 n1 av-dx:
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1656
he may go offer him to them that have a mind to him. Oh what abuse of love is this! Oh what an high indignity! what an unsufferable provocation!
he may go offer him to them that have a mind to him. O what abuse of love is this! O what an high indignity! what an unsufferable provocation!
pns31 vmb vvi vvi pno31 p-acp pno32 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pno31. uh q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz d! uh r-crq dt j n1! q-crq dt j n1!
(14) part (DIV2)
230
Page 57
1657
even to incense the Lord so far, as to cause him to resolve that he will never stoop so low again;
even to incense the Lord so Far, as to cause him to resolve that he will never stoop so low again;
av pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi av av-j av;
(14) part (DIV2)
231
Page 57
1658
that he will never prostitute his Son again to the disdain and the refusal of a company of base unthankful men;
that he will never prostitute his Son again to the disdain and the refusal of a company of base unthankful men;
cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j j n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
231
Page 57
1659
that he will make them rue the time that ever they contemned this mercy to them.
that he will make them rue the time that ever they contemned this mercy to them.
cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi dt n1 cst av pns32 vvd d n1 p-acp pno32.
(14) part (DIV2)
231
Page 57
1660
Then for the Son (my Brethren) in the second place, it is an high affront to him,
Then for the Son (my Brothers) in the second place, it is an high affront to him,
av p-acp dt n1 (po11 n2) p-acp dt ord n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno31,
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1661
and so in that respect a great sin.
and so in that respect a great since.
cc av p-acp d n1 dt j n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1662
It cost him dear to purchase and obtain remission and salvation for a company of lost creatures;
It cost him dear to purchase and obtain remission and salvation for a company of lost creatures;
pn31 vvd pno31 j-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1663
indeed his dearest life, his dearest blood.
indeed his dearest life, his dearest blood.
av po31 js-jn n1, po31 js-jn n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1664
And is it not an horrible indignity to slight and to despise so great salvation? to trample under foot the son of God:
And is it not an horrible indignity to slight and to despise so great salvation? to trample under foot the son of God:
cc vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 p-acp j cc pc-acp vvi av j n1? pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1:
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1665
to scorn such rich and precious mercy? yet this all unbelievers do, if not in their intention,
to scorn such rich and precious mercy? yet this all unbelievers do, if not in their intention,
pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1? av d d n2 vdb, cs xx p-acp po32 n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1666
yet in the issue and event.
yet in the issue and event.
av p-acp dt n1 cc n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1667
Truly their sin in this respect, is greater then the sin of Devils, whose nature Christ hath not assumed ( he took not on him the nature of Angels,
Truly their since in this respect, is greater then the since of Devils, whose nature christ hath not assumed (he took not on him the nature of Angels,
np1 po32 n1 p-acp d n1, vbz jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2, rg-crq n1 np1 vhz xx vvn (pns31 vvd xx p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1668
but the seed of Abraham) for whom he never suffered, and to whom he was never offered;but the seed of Abraham) for whom he never suffered, and to whom he was never offered;
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) p-acp ro-crq pns31 av-x vvd, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds av-x vvn;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1669
They will have something to excuse themselves withall, something to plead before the Lord in the great and dreadful day.
They will have something to excuse themselves withal, something to plead before the Lord in the great and dreadful day.
pns32 vmb vhi pi pc-acp vvi px32 av, pi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
3033
It may be some of them are near us in the flesh, they are our parents,
It may be Some of them Are near us in the Flesh, they Are our Parents,
pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pno32 vbr av-j pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr po12 n2,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
1670
Al•s, may Devils say, there was no possibility of our recovery; there was no Mediator between God and us, to purchase and obtain our peace;
Al•s, may Devils say, there was no possibility of our recovery; there was no Mediator between God and us, to purchase and obtain our peace;
np1, vmb n2 vvi, pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f po12 n1; pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1671
there was no pardon tendred to us;
there was no pardon tendered to us;
pc-acp vbds dx n1 vvn p-acp pno12;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1672
but you had the eternal Son of God to dye for you, (for you mankind) to shed his blood,
but you had the Eternal Son of God to die for you, (for you mankind) to shed his blood,
cc-acp pn22 vhd dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, (c-acp pn22 n1) pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1673
and to lay down his life for you;
and to lay down his life for you;
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn22;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1674
and yet when all was done, and when he came and brought a pardon to you, sealed with his blood,
and yet when all was done, and when he Come and brought a pardon to you, sealed with his blood,
cc av c-crq d vbds vdn, cc c-crq pns31 vvd cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pn22, vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1675
and besought you to accept of it, you even shut him out of doors, you would not look upon him, nor receive him;
and besought you to accept of it, you even shut him out of doors, you would not look upon him, nor receive him;
cc vvd pn22 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, pn22 av vvi pno31 av pp-f n2, pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi pno31;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1676
you baffled him, and dodged with him;
you baffled him, and dodged with him;
pn22 vvn pno31, cc vvn p-acp pno31;
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1677
Ah, (my beloved) what heart if it be truly touched, can hold from breaking under the sight and sense of such abominable and prodigious wickedness as this is?
Ah, (my Beloved) what heart if it be truly touched, can hold from breaking under the sighed and sense of such abominable and prodigious wickedness as this is?
uh, (po11 j-vvn) r-crq n1 cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn, vmb vvi p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j cc j n1 c-acp d vbz?
(14) part (DIV2)
232
Page 57
1678
And as the sin is great, so in the second place, the misery and condemnation will be great also.
And as the since is great, so in the second place, the misery and condemnation will be great also.
cc p-acp dt n1 vbz j, av p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi j av.
(14) part (DIV2)
233
Page 58
1679
There will be no avoiding of it; for how shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation! Heb. 2.3. There will be no enduring of it, it will be infinitely heavy;
There will be no avoiding of it; for how shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation! Hebrew 2.3. There will be no enduring of it, it will be infinitely heavy;
pc-acp vmb vbi dx vvg pp-f pn31; p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cs pns12 vvb av j n1! np1 crd. pc-acp vmb vbi dx vvg pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb vbi av-j j;
(14) part (DIV2)
233
Page 58
1680
it will be easier for Turks and Pagans in the day of judgement then for such wretches.
it will be Easier for Turks and Pagans in the day of judgement then for such wretches.
pn31 vmb vbi jc p-acp n2 cc n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp d n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
233
Page 58
1681
Alas poor souls, that as if their condemnation were not deep enough already, the incarnation,
Alas poor Souls, that as if their condemnation were not deep enough already, the incarnation,
uh j n2, cst c-acp cs po32 n1 vbdr xx j-jn av-d av, dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
233
Page 58
1682
and the passion, and the offer of a Saviour, the richest mercies in themselves, that ever were bestowed upon the Creature, should accidentally encrease it.
and the passion, and the offer of a Saviour, the Richest Mercies in themselves, that ever were bestowed upon the Creature, should accidentally increase it.
cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt js n2 p-acp px32, cst av vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, vmd av-j vvi pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
233
Page 58
1683
That Christ should die and shed his blood, to sink men deeper into hell, then if he had not died at all (for this is the event and issue of it) this is a lamentable thing indeed.
That christ should die and shed his blood, to sink men Deeper into hell, then if he had not died At all (for this is the event and issue of it) this is a lamentable thing indeed.
cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n2 jc-jn p-acp n1, av cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp d (c-acp d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31) d vbz dt j n1 av.
(14) part (DIV2)
233
Page 58
1684
The second sort of such as stoop not to the authority of Jesus Christ, and to his Legislative power, are such as violate the Law of Love;
The second sort of such as stoop not to the Authority of jesus christ, and to his Legislative power, Are such as violate the Law of Love;
dt ord n1 pp-f d c-acp vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc p-acp po31 j n1, vbr d c-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1685
I mean the Moral Law, the decalogue, the ten Commandments, for that (my Brethren) is the Law of love.
I mean the Moral Law, the decalogue, the ten commandments, for that (my Brothers) is the Law of love.
pns11 vvb dt j n1, dt n1, dt crd n2, p-acp d (po11 n2) vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1686
And therefore the Apostle tels us that love is the fulfilling of the Law; he means apparently the Moral Law. Rom. 13.10. and he that loveth another hath fulfilled the Law:
And Therefore the Apostle tells us that love is the fulfilling of the Law; he means apparently the Moral Law. Rom. 13.10. and he that loves Another hath fulfilled the Law:
cc av dt n1 vvz pno12 d n1 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1; pns31 vvz av-j dt j n1. np1 crd. cc pns31 cst vvz j-jn vhz vvn dt n1:
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1687
see the eighth verse of that chapter: in which respect our Saviour Christ himself divides the Law into these two Commandments:
see the eighth verse of that chapter: in which respect our Saviour christ himself divides the Law into these two commandments:
vvb dt ord n1 pp-f d n1: p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d crd n2:
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1688
Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and the neighbour as thy self: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and the neighbour as thy self:
pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1:
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1689
what then? it may be you will say, Doth Christ by his authority impose the moral Law on men, the ten Commandments of the Decalogue? The Law of faith is his indeed,
what then? it may be you will say, Does christ by his Authority impose the moral Law on men, the ten commandments of the Decalogue? The Law of faith is his indeed,
r-crq av? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi, vdz np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp n2, dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz po31 av,
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1690
but is the Law of works his too? Yes the Law of works is his;
but is the Law of works his too? Yes the Law of works is his;
cc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 po31 av? uh dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz png31;
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1691
for he requireth works as well as faith. And the faith which he bestows upon his members, works by love.
for he requires works as well as faith. And the faith which he bestows upon his members, works by love.
c-acp pns31 vvz n2 c-acp av c-acp n1. cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, vvz p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1692
And love is his own commandment, so he cals it, John 15.12. This is my Commandment that ye love one another.
And love is his own Commandment, so he calls it, John 15.12. This is my Commandment that you love one Another.
cc n1 vbz po31 d n1, av pns31 vvz pn31, np1 crd. d vbz po11 n1 cst pn22 vvb pi j-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1693
Indeed he rules his Subjects by the Moral Law, that is, the precepts and commandments of it are the Statutes of his Kingdom.
Indeed he rules his Subject's by the Moral Law, that is, the Precepts and Commandments of it Are the Statutes of his Kingdom.
av pns31 vvz po31 n2-jn p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1694
Its true, when it was first delivered to Adam in the state of innocency, it came to him but in the hand of the Creator only;
Its true, when it was First Delivered to Adam in the state of innocency, it Come to him but in the hand of the Creator only;
po31 j, c-crq pn31 vbds ord vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j;
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1695
But it comes to us (my Brethren) in the hands of the Redeemer,
But it comes to us (my Brothers) in the hands of the Redeemer,
cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 (po11 n2) p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1696
and of the Mediator Jesus Christ, who was typified by Moses at the delivery of the Law, the second time upon Mount Sinai, Gal. 3.19.
and of the Mediator jesus christ, who was typified by Moses At the delivery of the Law, the second time upon Mount Sinai, Gal. 3.19.
cc pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt ord n1 p-acp n1 np1, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1697
And hence the precepts of it, are stiled not the bonds of God only, but the bonds of Christ too; Psal. 2.2. Let us break their bonds asunder, and cast away their cords from us.
And hence the Precepts of it, Are styled not the bonds of God only, but the bonds of christ too; Psalm 2.2. Let us break their bonds asunder, and cast away their cords from us.
cc av dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbr vvn xx dt n2 pp-f np1 av-j, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 av; np1 crd. vvb pno12 vvi po32 n2 av, cc vvd av po32 n2 p-acp pno12.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1698
The Gospel all men yield, is Christs;
The Gospel all men yield, is Christ;
dt n1 d n2 vvi, vbz npg1;
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1699
he is in a peculiar way the author of the Gospel, and therefore it is called the word of Christ.
he is in a peculiar Way the author of the Gospel, and Therefore it is called the word of christ.
pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1700
Now the Commandments of the Law, are all of them revived in the Gospel.
Now the commandments of the Law, Are all of them revived in the Gospel.
av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr d pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1701
The whole of what the Law requires, is for the manner and measure of obedience exacted also in the Gospel;
The Whole of what the Law requires, is for the manner and measure of Obedience exacted also in the Gospel;
dt j-jn pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz, vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn av p-acp dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1702
there is no duty which the Law enjoyns, but it is taught us in the Gospel.
there is no duty which the Law enjoins, but it is taught us in the Gospel.
pc-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1703
The Gospel teacheth to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live soberly, and righteously, and godlily in this present world: Titus 2.12. soberly towards our selves, righteously towards our Brethren, and piously towards our God.
The Gospel Teaches to deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, and to live soberly, and righteously, and godlily in this present world: Titus 2.12. soberly towards our selves, righteously towards our Brothers, and piously towards our God.
dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 cc j n2, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, cc av-j, cc av-j p-acp d j n1: np1 crd. av-j p-acp po12 n2, av-j p-acp po12 n2, cc av-j p-acp po12 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
234
Page 58
1704
And these Particulars apparently involve and comprehend all the Commandments of the Moral Law from the beginning of it to the end;
And these Particulars apparently involve and comprehend all the commandments of the Moral Law from the beginning of it to the end;
cc d n2-j av-j vvi cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
235
Page 58
1705
There being nothing in the Decalogue, the Ten Commandments, interdicted, or required, but may be reduced to one of these three heads.
There being nothing in the Decalogue, the Ten commandments, interdicted, or required, but may be reduced to one of these three Heads.
a-acp vbg pix p-acp dt n1, dt crd n2, vvn, cc vvd, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd pp-f d crd n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
235
Page 58
1706
So then you see my Brethren, not the Law of faith only, but the Law of works too, is Christs Law;
So then you see my Brothers, not the Law of faith only, but the Law of works too, is Christ Law;
av av pn22 vvb po11 n2, xx dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av, vbz npg1 n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
236
Page 59
1707
or if it be not Christs Law, it can be no Law at all;
or if it be not Christ Law, it can be no Law At all;
cc cs pn31 vbb xx npg1 n1, pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d;
(14) part (DIV2)
236
Page 59
1708
The Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all Judgement to the Son. And consequently he that violates this Law of works, resisteth the authority of Jesus Christ,
The Father Judgeth no man, but hath committed all Judgement to the Son. And consequently he that violates this Law of works, Resisteth the Authority of jesus christ,
dt n1 vvz dx n1, cc-acp vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc av-j pns31 cst vvz d n1 pp-f n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(14) part (DIV2)
236
Page 59
1709
and the power with which he is invested by his Father to give Law to all flesh.
and the power with which he is invested by his Father to give Law to all Flesh.
cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
236
Page 59
1710
And yet alas how many are there who live in the resolved, and the constant breach of all the precepts and commandments of the Law of Christ, who in their practice daily break these bonds asunder,
And yet alas how many Are there who live in the resolved, and the constant breach of all the Precepts and Commandments of the Law of christ, who in their practice daily break these bonds asunder,
cc av uh q-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vvb p-acp dt vvn, cc dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 av-j vvi d n2 av,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1711
and cast away these cords from them, who are not subject to the Law of Christ nor indeed can they be!
and cast away these cords from them, who Are not Subject to the Law of christ nor indeed can they be!
cc vvd av d n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr xx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 ccx av vmb pns32 vbi!
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1712
If it be pressed home upon them, to bind them to the good behaviour, and to restrain them from their sinful and ungracious courses, they are out of all patience.
If it be pressed home upon them, to bind them to the good behaviour, and to restrain them from their sinful and ungracious courses, they Are out of all patience.
cs pn31 vbb vvn av-an p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j cc j n2, pns32 vbr av pp-f d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1713
If the commands of Christ be laid upon them, to hold them fast to duty and obedience and to abridge them of their carnal liberty,
If the commands of christ be laid upon them, to hold them fast to duty and Obedience and to abridge them of their carnal liberty,
cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1714
if they be told they must no take their old courses, but they must hear and pray,
if they be told they must no take their old courses, but they must hear and pray,
cs pns32 vbb vvn pns32 vmb av-dx vvi po32 j n2, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1715
and fast, and sanctifie Gods holy day, and live strictly, they will be very much incensed;
and fast, and sanctify God's holy day, and live strictly, they will be very much incensed;
cc av-j, cc vvi n2 j n1, cc vvi av-j, pns32 vmb vbi av av-d vvn;
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1716
The Law of Christ is too severe and strict for them, it curbeth and abridgeth them too much,
The Law of christ is too severe and strict for them, it curbeth and Abridges them too much,
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j cc j p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz cc vvz pno32 av av-d,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1717
and therefore they will shake it off from them;
and Therefore they will shake it off from them;
cc av pns32 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno32;
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1718
And as the Lunatick who was restored by our Saviour to his reason, brake all the bonds and cords with which they bound him,
And as the Lunatic who was restored by our Saviour to his reason, brake all the bonds and cords with which they bound him,
cc c-acp dt n-jn r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvd d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd pno31,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1719
so these unreasonable Creatures deal with Christs Law; nothing will hold them to obedience.
so these unreasonable Creatures deal with Christ Law; nothing will hold them to Obedience.
av d j n2 vvb p-acp npg1 n1; pix vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1720
Let him lay what command he will upon them, they will surely break it, that they may live at liberty,
Let him lay what command he will upon them, they will surely break it, that they may live At liberty,
vvb pno31 vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vmb p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb av-j vvi pn31, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1721
and walk according to their own humours.
and walk according to their own humours.
cc vvb vvg p-acp po32 d n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1722
Yea, sin in such by the Commandment becomes exceeding sinful, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 7.13. Not by way of declaration (for that is not the purpose and intention of the place) but by way of Irritation;
Yea, since in such by the Commandment becomes exceeding sinful, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 7.13. Not by Way of declaration (for that is not the purpose and intention of the place) but by Way of Irritation;
uh, n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1 vvz vvg j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp d vbz xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1723
When the Commandment labours to lay hold on sin, to bind him, and to chain him up,
When the Commandment labours to lay hold on since, to bind him, and to chain him up,
c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1724
then sin begins to lay about him, to struggle for his libertie, and so by accident to be the more sinful.
then since begins to lay about him, to struggle for his liberty, and so by accident to be the more sinful.
cs n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1725
When we press home the precepts of the Law, and urge them hard on wicked men,
When we press home the Precepts of the Law, and urge them hard on wicked men,
c-crq pns12 vvb av-an dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi pno32 av-j p-acp j n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1726
as there are some that yield themselves up to the binding power and to the obligation of it:
as there Are Some that yield themselves up to the binding power and to the obligation of it:
c-acp pc-acp vbr d cst vvb px32 a-acp p-acp dt vvg n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1727
so there are others that stand out against the Law, and they are much the worse for it, and become the more vitious.
so there Are Others that stand out against the Law, and they Are much the Worse for it, and become the more vicious.
av a-acp vbr n2-jn cst vvb av p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vbr d dt av-jc p-acp pn31, cc vvi dt av-dc j.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1728
What? bind and curb, and limit them? tell them that they must not swear,
What? bind and curb, and limit them? tell them that they must not swear,
q-crq? vvb cc vvi, cc vvi pno32? vvb pno32 cst pns32 vmb xx vvi,
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1729
and they must not be unclean? They will not be restrained and hampered; they! no they will swear the more and drink the more and be unclean the more.
and they must not be unclean? They will not be restrained and hampered; they! not they will swear the more and drink the more and be unclean the more.
cc pns32 vmb xx vbi j? pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn; pns32! xx pns32 vmb vvi dt av-dc cc vvi dt av-dc cc vbi j dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1730
They are resolved with the rebellious Jews, we will not hear, we will not do but we will do as we have done;
They Are resolved with the rebellious jews, we will not hear, we will not do but we will do as we have done;
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j np2, pns12 vmb xx vvi, pns12 vmb xx vdi p-acp pns12 vmb vdi c-acp pns12 vhb vdn;
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1731
I will fetch wine, and we will fill our selves with strong drink, and to morrow shall be as this day, and much more abundant.
I will fetch wine, and we will fill our selves with strong drink, and to morrow shall be as this day, and much more abundant.
pns11 vmb vvi n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n1, cc av-d av-dc j.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1732
Well my beloved, if any of you be at this hand, hear but a few particulars before we part.
Well my Beloved, if any of you be At this hand, hear but a few particulars before we part.
uh-av po11 j-vvn, cs d pp-f pn22 vbb p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp dt d n2-j p-acp pns12 vvb.
(14) part (DIV2)
237
Page 59
1733
Consider Christ is infinitely tender of his Authority, and of his Law. He will not easily endure it to be sleighted and infringed.
Consider christ is infinitely tender of his authority, and of his Law. He will not Easily endure it to be sleighted and infringed.
vvb np1 vbz av-j j pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1. pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn.
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 59
1734
He came not to destroy the Law himself;
He Come not to destroy the Law himself;
pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31;
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 59
1735
no ▪ he was far from any such intention in his coming, nor will he suffer any other to destroy it neither.
no ▪ he was Far from any such intention in his coming, nor will he suffer any other to destroy it neither.
dx ▪ pns31 vbds av-j p-acp d d n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg, ccx vmb pns31 vvi d n-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dx.
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 59
1736
Heaven and Earth shall pass away before one jot or tittle of his Law shall pass away, Mat. 18.5. He had as lief that Heaven and Earth should come to nothing as that his Law should be dissolved.
Heaven and Earth shall pass away before one jot or tittle of his Law shall pass away, Mathew 18.5. He had as lief that Heaven and Earth should come to nothing as that his Law should be dissolved.
n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av p-acp crd n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi av, np1 crd. pns31 vhd a-acp av-j cst n1 cc n1 vmd vvi p-acp pi2 p-acp cst po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn.
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 59
1737
And judge you then how great their provocation is, who violate and break the precepts of it day by day,
And judge you then how great their provocation is, who violate and break the Precepts of it day by day,
cc vvb pn22 av c-crq j po32 n1 vbz, r-crq vvb cc vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 60
1738
as Sampson did his green cords, as if they had no strength or force at all in them.
as Sampson did his green cords, as if they had no strength or force At all in them.
c-acp np1 vdd po31 j-jn n2, c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32.
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 60
1739
Could they set Heaven and Earth on fire and consume it into ashes, they could not anger Christ so much,
Could they Set Heaven and Earth on fire and consume it into Ashes, they could not anger christ so much,
vmd pns32 vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp n2, pns32 vmd xx vvi np1 av av-d,
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 60
1740
nor vex him as they do by this their cursed violation of his blessed Law. And there is extraordinary peril in the wrath of Christ;
nor vex him as they do by this their cursed violation of his blessed Law. And there is extraordinary peril in the wrath of christ;
ccx vvi pno31 c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp d po32 j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1. cc pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1;
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 60
1741
If once he be incensed there is very great hazard, and hence saith David, Psalm 2. ult. Kiss the son least he be angry, and you perish.
If once he be incensed there is very great hazard, and hence Says David, Psalm 2. ult. Kiss the son lest he be angry, and you perish.
cs a-acp pns31 vbb vvn a-acp vbz av j n1, cc av vvz np1, np1 crd n1. n1 dt n1 cs pns31 vbb j, cc pn22 vvb.
(14) part (DIV2)
238
Page 60
1742
Consider that the Law as it hath a commanding power that requireth us to do,
Consider that the Law as it hath a commanding power that requires us to do,
vvb cst dt n1 c-acp pn31 vhz dt j-vvg n1 cst vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi,
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1743
so it hath a threatning power that obligeth us to suffer, in case of disobedience to the Law.
so it hath a threatening power that obliges us to suffer, in case of disobedience to the Law.
av pn31 vhz dt j-vvg n1 cst vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1744
As it bindeth men to do the things that are commanded in it, so in case they do them not (and have no interest in Christ by faith) it bindeth them to suffer all the things that are denounced in it;
As it binds men to do the things that Are commanded in it, so in case they do them not (and have no Interest in christ by faith) it binds them to suffer all the things that Are denounced in it;
p-acp pn31 vvz n2 pc-acp vdi dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, av p-acp n1 pns32 vdb pno32 xx (cc vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1) pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31;
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1745
For every one that doth not every thing that is contained in the Law, is exposed to the curse,
For every one that does not every thing that is contained in the Law, is exposed to the curse,
c-acp d pi cst vdz xx d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1746
as you may see, Gal. 3.10.
as you may see, Gal. 3.10.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1747
There's not a curse contained in the book of God from the beginning of it to the end,
There's not a curse contained in the book of God from the beginning of it to the end,
pc-acp|vbz xx dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1748
but such a man lies open to it, and if he persevere without repentance, he shall be sure to feel it to his pain.
but such a man lies open to it, and if he persevere without Repentance, he shall be sure to feel it to his pain.
cc-acp d dt n1 vvz j p-acp pn31, cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1749
Well then, my brethren, you may perhaps out-stand the precept, but are you able to out-stand the threatning? You may decline the duty,
Well then, my brothers, you may perhaps outstand the precept, but Are you able to outstand the threatening? You may decline the duty,
uh-av av, po11 n2, pn22 vmb av vvb dt n1, cc-acp vbr pn22 j p-acp vvb dt n-vvg? pn22 vmb vvi dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1750
but are you able also to avoid the curse? Here Christ commands, & you replie, We will not hear, we will not do:
but Are you able also to avoid the curse? Here christ commands, & you reply, We will not hear, we will not do:
cc-acp vbr pn22 j av pc-acp vvi dt n1? av np1 vvz, cc pn22 vvb, pns12 vmb xx vvi, pns12 vmb xx vdi:
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1751
But when he shall pronounce the sentence of the Law upon you, in the great and great dreadful day, will you replie We will not bear, we will not suffer? Will you tell him to his face, We will not go to hell, we will not be condemned by the Law,
But when he shall pronounce the sentence of the Law upon you, in the great and great dreadful day, will you reply We will not bear, we will not suffer? Will you tell him to his face, We will not go to hell, we will not be condemned by the Law,
cc-acp c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp dt j cc j j n1, vmb pn22 vvb pns12 vmb xx vvi, pns12 vmb xx vvi? n1 pn22 vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1814
They are not under it respectively to the severe exaction of it, for they are delivered from it;
They Are not under it respectively to the severe exaction of it, for they Are Delivered from it;
pns32 vbr xx p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31;
(14) part (DIV2)
248
Page 62
1752
as you have told him here, We will not be obedient to the Law? Alas it is not all mens scorns and haughty looks, it is not all their pride and sturdiness that will prevail at that time.
as you have told him Here, We will not be obedient to the Law? Alas it is not all men's scorns and haughty looks, it is not all their pride and sturdiness that will prevail At that time.
c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno31 av, pns12 vmb xx vbi j p-acp dt n1? np1 pn31 vbz xx d ng2 n2 cc j n2, pn31 vbz xx d po32 n1 cc n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1753
No, no, the haughtiness of men shall be brought low, and Christ alone shall be exalted in that day.
No, no, the haughtiness of men shall be brought low, and christ alone shall be exalted in that day.
uh-dx, uh-dx, dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn j, cc np1 av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
239
Page 60
1754
Consider Christ hath ability to back and second his authority.
Consider christ hath ability to back and second his Authority.
vvb np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1755
All power is given to him, all kinds & all degrees of power, power of authority, and power of ability.
All power is given to him, all Kinds & all Degrees of power, power of Authority, and power of ability.
av-d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, d n2 cc d n2 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1756
Power of authority alone is but an empty and a despicable thing;
Power of Authority alone is but an empty and a despicable thing;
n1 pp-f n1 av-j vbz p-acp dt j cc dt j n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1757
he that hath it may command, and they whom he commandeth (if they please) may, disobey, he cannot force them to obedience, nor punish them for disobedience.
he that hath it may command, and they whom he commands (if they please) may, disobey, he cannot force them to Obedience, nor Punish them for disobedience.
pns31 cst vhz pn31 vmb vvi, cc pns32 r-crq pns31 vvz (cs pns32 vvb) vmb, vvi, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp n1, ccx vvi pno32 p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1758
The hazzard is not great of disobeying such power.
The hazard is not great of disobeying such power.
dt vvi vbz xx j pp-f vvg d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1759
But where ability goes with authority, there the despising of it must be full of danger.
But where ability Goes with Authority, there the despising of it must be full of danger.
p-acp q-crq n1 vvz p-acp n1, a-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 vmb vbi j pp-f n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1760
Now so it doth in Jesus Christ, and therefore he is peremptory, Rom. 14.11.
Now so it does in jesus christ, and Therefore he is peremptory, Rom. 14.11.
av av pn31 vdz p-acp np1 np1, cc av pns31 vbz j, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1761
As I live, saith the Lord, that is, the Lord Christ as you may see by the coherence, every knee shall bow to me, willingly, or by compulsion.
As I live, Says the Lord, that is, the Lord christ as you may see by the coherence, every knee shall bow to me, willingly, or by compulsion.
p-acp pns11 vvb, vvz dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 np1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, av-j, cc p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1762
If it bend not willingly, I will make it bow, or break.
If it bend not willingly, I will make it bow, or break.
cs pn31 vvb xx av-j, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 n1, cc vvi.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1763
Christ will be King though the earth be never so unsteady, and the haters of the Lord shall be subject unto him.
christ will be King though the earth be never so unsteady, and the haters of the Lord shall be Subject unto him.
np1 vmb vbi n1 cs dt n1 vbb av-x av j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1764
How? shall his haters be his Subjects? yes they shall be subject to him either one way or another.
How? shall his haters be his Subject's? yes they shall be Subject to him either one Way or Another.
q-crq? vmb po31 n2 vbb po31 n2-jn? uh pns32 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31 d crd n1 cc j-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1765
For though they be not subject to his grace, they shall be subject to his power.
For though they be not Subject to his grace, they shall be Subject to his power.
p-acp cs pns32 vbb xx j-jn p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1766
They that will not be ruled by him, shall be broken by him.
They that will not be ruled by him, shall be broken by him.
pns32 cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1767
We read of some that break his bonds asunder, Psal. 2, 3. but presently he breaks their bonds asunder.
We read of Some that break his bonds asunder, Psalm 2, 3. but presently he breaks their bonds asunder.
pns12 vvb pp-f d cst vvb po31 n2 av, np1 crd, crd cc-acp av-j pns31 vvz po32 n2 av.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 60
1768
If they be good at breaking, Christ will fall a breaking too.
If they be good At breaking, christ will fallen a breaking too.
cs pns32 vbb j p-acp vvg, np1 vmb vvi dt n-vvg av.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 61
1769
He will break them with a rod of Iron, and dash them in pieces like a Potters Vessel.
He will break them with a rod of Iron, and dash them in Pieces like a Potters Vessel.
pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno32 p-acp n2 av-j dt ng1 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 61
1770
The authority of Christ, as it hath some that stoop to it, so it hath others that oppose it.
The Authority of christ, as it hath Some that stoop to it, so it hath Others that oppose it.
dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vhz d cst vvb p-acp pn31, av pn31 vhz ng2-jn cst vvb pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 61
1771
And such are they of whom we read, Luke 19.19. His Citizens hated him, & sent a message after him to tell him to his teeth we will not have this man to rule over us.
And such Are they of whom we read, Lycia 19.19. His Citizens hated him, & sent a message After him to tell him to his teeth we will not have this man to Rule over us.
cc d vbr pns32 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb, av crd. po31 n2 vvd pno31, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2 pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 61
1772
They were in haste, they could not tarry till he came about again, but they must send this sawcy Message after him.
They were in haste, they could not tarry till he Come about again, but they must send this saucy Message After him.
pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp av, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp pno31.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 61
1773
But see now what becomes of these men, and whether it be all as they will, ver. 27. But these my Enemies that would not have me to rule over them, bring them forth and slay them before me.
But see now what becomes of these men, and whither it be all as they will, ver. 27. But these my Enemies that would not have me to Rule over them, bring them forth and slay them before me.
cc-acp vvb av q-crq vvz pp-f d n2, cc cs pn31 vbb d c-acp pns32 vmb, fw-la. crd p-acp d po11 n2 cst vmd xx vhi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 av cc vvi pno32 p-acp pno11.
(14) part (DIV2)
240
Page 61
1774
Oh think on this, you that will not be ruled by Jesus Christ, who when his will is manifested to you,
O think on this, you that will not be ruled by jesus christ, who when his will is manifested to you,
uh vvb p-acp d, pn22 cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1, r-crq c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22,
(14) part (DIV2)
241
Page 61
1775
and when you are acquainted with the Laws and Statutes of his Kingdom, regard it not at all,
and when you Are acquainted with the Laws and Statutes of his Kingdom, regard it not At all,
cc c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pn31 xx p-acp d,
(14) part (DIV2)
241
Page 61
1776
but make light of all this. Oh, be advised to be wise and serve the Lord.
but make Light of all this. O, be advised to be wise and serve the Lord.
cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f d d. uh, vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j cc vvi dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
241
Page 61
1777
Kiss the son, he hath authority, and therefore do him fealty, least he be angry and you perish.
Kiss the son, he hath Authority, and Therefore do him fealty, lest he be angry and you perish.
n1 dt n1, pns31 vhz n1, cc av vdb pno31 n1, cs pns31 vbb j cc pn22 vvb.
(14) part (DIV2)
241
Page 61
1778
Is it so that all mankind is under the authority of Jesus Christ? they are mistaken then who think that some men are exempt from his authority and from his Legislative power,
Is it so that all mankind is under the Authority of jesus christ? they Are mistaken then who think that Some men Are exempt from his Authority and from his Legislative power,
vbz pn31 av cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? pns32 vbr vvn av r-crq vvb cst d n2 vbr j p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1779
and that they are not bound to the obedience of the Laws he gives.
and that they Are not bound to the Obedience of the Laws he gives.
cc cst pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns31 vvz.
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1780
I am very apt to think that Infidels & heathens who never had the Gospel preached to them, who never heard of Jesus Christ, are no way bound to the obedience of the Law of faith,
I am very apt to think that Infidels & Heathens who never had the Gospel preached to them, who never herd of jesus christ, Are no Way bound to the Obedience of the Law of faith,
pns11 vbm av j pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2-jn r-crq av vhd dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, r-crq av-x vvd pp-f np1 np1, vbr dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1781
so that they sin in not believing in the Lord Christ, and taking him to be their Saviour whom they have no means to know.
so that they sin in not believing in the Lord christ, and taking him to be their Saviour whom they have no means to know.
av cst pns32 vvb p-acp xx vvg p-acp dt n1 np1, cc vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1 r-crq pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi.
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1782
The Law of faith (I mean of justifying faith) the Commandment to believe, is not a natural,
The Law of faith (I mean of justifying faith) the Commandment to believe, is not a natural,
dt n1 pp-f n1 (pns11 vvb pp-f vvg n1) dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbz xx dt j,
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1783
but a positive Law, and consequently promulgation is absolutely necessary to the obligation of it.
but a positive Law, and consequently Promulgation is absolutely necessary to the obligation of it.
cc-acp dt j n1, cc av-j n1 vbz av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1784
But the Decalogue, the Moral Law, the Law of works, is written in the heart of man by nature,
But the Decalogue, the Moral Law, the Law of works, is written in the heart of man by nature,
p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1785
and therefore bindeth all men to obedience. Yea, but say some, believers are exempted from the obligation of it;
and Therefore binds all men to Obedience. Yea, but say Some, believers Are exempted from the obligation of it;
cc av vvz d n2 p-acp n1. uh, cc-acp vvb d, n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31;
(14) part (DIV2)
242
Page 61
1786
the faithful are not bound to the obedience of the Moral Law.
the faithful Are not bound to the Obedience of the Moral Law.
dt j vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
243
Page 61
1787
Its true I must confess they are not bound to the obedience of it so as to be justified and saved by this obedience.
Its true I must confess they Are not bound to the Obedience of it so as to be justified and saved by this Obedience.
po31 j pns11 vmb vvi pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
243
Page 61
1788
They are not bound to the obedience of it so as the condition of a Covenant of works.
They Are not bound to the Obedience of it so as the condition of a Covenant of works.
pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
243
Page 61
1789
But they are bound to the obedience of it so as to testifie their faith and love,
But they Are bound to the Obedience of it so as to testify their faith and love,
p-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
243
Page 61
1790
and thankfulness, and service to the Lord Christ, who hath imposed this Law upon all flesh,
and thankfulness, and service to the Lord christ, who hath imposed this Law upon all Flesh,
cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn d n1 p-acp d n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
243
Page 61
1791
so that all men, yea even believers, are under the commanding power of this Law.
so that all men, yea even believers, Are under the commanding power of this Law.
av cst d n2, uh j n2, vbr p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
243
Page 61
1792
Yea, but it will be said by some, that Jesus Christ hath made us free, that he hath purchased liberty for all his members, which liberty they are commanded to maintain, Gal. 5.1.
Yea, but it will be said by Some, that jesus christ hath made us free, that he hath purchased liberty for all his members, which liberty they Are commanded to maintain, Gal. 5.1.
uh, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 j, cst pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d po31 n2, r-crq n1 pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
244
Page 61
1793
And this they think, and teach to be even from the obligation of the Moral Law.
And this they think, and teach to be even from the obligation of the Moral Law.
cc d pns32 vvb, cc vvb pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
244
Page 61
1794
True, Christ hath made us free indeed, but from the servitude of sin, not from the service of himself;
True, christ hath made us free indeed, but from the servitude of since, not from the service of himself;
j, np1 vhz vvn pno12 vvi av, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31;
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 61
1795
and from the Law of sin as the Apostle calls it, Rom. 7.23. not from his own Law.
and from the Law of since as the Apostle calls it, Rom. 7.23. not from his own Law.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. xx p-acp po31 d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 61
1796
Why should we think that Christ hath shed his blood to free his people from the obligation of his own Law? Indeed my Brethren,
Why should we think that christ hath shed his blood to free his people from the obligation of his own Law? Indeed my Brothers,
q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cst np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1? np1 po11 n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 61
1797
if the Moral Law, the Law of love, the Law of works, were not the Law of Christ,
if the Moral Law, the Law of love, the Law of works, were not the Law of christ,
cs dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, vbdr xx dt n1 pp-f np1,
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 61
1798
as the Apostle calls it, Gal. 6.2. I should be easily perswaded to believe his people are exempted from the binding power of it.
as the Apostle calls it, Gal. 6.2. I should be Easily persuaded to believe his people Are exempted from the binding power of it.
c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. pns11 vmd vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1799
It seemeth reasonable that his members should be freed from any Law but that which he himself gives.
It seems reasonable that his members should be freed from any Law but that which he himself gives.
pn31 vvz j cst po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 px31 vvz.
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1800
But the commandment of the Moral Law which is fulfilled in love, is his Commandment, John 15.12. strengthened with his authority, delivered in his hand and name to men, and who can think that he should not impose his own Law, upon his own people? Mark that of the Evangelist, Luke 1.74, 75. He hath saved us from our enemies and from the hands of all that hate us.
But the Commandment of the Moral Law which is fulfilled in love, is his Commandment, John 15.12. strengthened with his Authority, Delivered in his hand and name to men, and who can think that he should not impose his own Law, upon his own people? Mark that of the Evangelist, Lycia 1.74, 75. He hath saved us from our enemies and from the hands of all that hate us.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, vbz po31 n1, np1 crd. vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cc r-crq vmb vvi cst pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 d n1, p-acp po31 d n1? n1 cst pp-f dt np1, av crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po12 n2 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno12.
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1801
that we might serve him who hath saved us, in holiness to God, and in righteousness to man;
that we might serve him who hath saved us, in holiness to God, and in righteousness to man;
cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 r-crq vhz vvn pno12, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1802
which is indeed the summ, and substance of the Moral Law.
which is indeed the sum, and substance of the Moral Law.
r-crq vbz av dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1803
So that the liberty which Christ hath purchased for his people, is liberty to keep, not liberty to break the Law;
So that the liberty which christ hath purchased for his people, is liberty to keep, not liberty to break the Law;
av cst dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, xx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1804
and that is liberty indeed, as David thinks, Psal. 119.32. I will run the wayes of thy Commadments, when thou hast set my heart at liberty.
and that is liberty indeed, as David thinks, Psalm 119.32. I will run the ways of thy Commadments, when thou hast Set my heart At liberty.
cc d vbz n1 av, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po21 n2, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
245
Page 62
1805
To say it in a word my Brethren, there is a twofold liberty, a twofold freedom, the one enjoyed under sin, and the other under Christ.
To say it in a word my Brothers, there is a twofold liberty, a twofold freedom, the one enjoyed under since, and the other under christ.
pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 po11 n2, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, dt j n1, dt pi vvd p-acp n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp np1.
(14) part (DIV2)
246
Page 62
1806
Under sin we are free to do any thing but good; under Christ we are free to do any thing but evil.
Under since we Are free to do any thing but good; under christ we Are free to do any thing but evil.
p-acp n1 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp j; p-acp np1 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp n-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
246
Page 62
1807
Of the first sort of freedom speaks the Apostle Paul, Rom. 6.20. When you were the servants of sin ye were free from righteousness;
Of the First sort of freedom speaks the Apostle Paul, Rom. 6.20. When you were the Servants of since you were free from righteousness;
pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd. c-crq pn22 vbdr dt n2 pp-f n1 pn22 vbdr j p-acp n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
246
Page 62
1808
and of the second faith the same Apostle in ver. 22. of that Chapter, Being the servants of God ye are free from sin.
and of the second faith the same Apostle in ver. 22. of that Chapter, Being the Servants of God you Are free from since.
cc pp-f dt ord n1 dt d n1 p-acp fw-la. crd pp-f d n1, vbg dt n2 pp-f np1 pn22 vbr j p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
246
Page 62
1809
Well then our Saviour Christ hath brought us from the former to the latter sort of freedom,
Well then our Saviour christ hath brought us from the former to the latter sort of freedom,
uh-av cs po12 n1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
246
Page 62
1810
so that we are at liberty from sin, and not at liberty to sin. We are at liberty to serve him, and obey him and to keep his Law.
so that we Are At liberty from since, and not At liberty to since. We Are At liberty to serve him, and obey him and to keep his Law.
av cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1 p-acp n1. pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
246
Page 62
1811
But it is objected further out of these words of the Apostle to the believing Romans, Rom. 6.19. where he tells them ye are not under the Law, but under Grace.
But it is objected further out of these words of the Apostle to the believing Roman, Rom. 6.19. where he tells them you Are not under the Law, but under Grace.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-jc av pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg njp2, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pn22 vbr xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
247
Page 62
1812
And if believers are not under it, why then how are they subject to the obligation of it?
And if believers Are not under it, why then how Are they Subject to the obligation of it?
cc cs n2 vbr xx p-acp pn31, uh-crq av q-crq vbr pns32 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31?
(14) part (DIV2)
247
Page 62
1813
To this I answer, that believers are not under it respectively to the coaction of it, for they willingly obey it. To this I answer, that believers Are not under it respectively to the coaction of it, for they willingly obey it.
p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst n2 vbr xx p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns32 av-j vvi pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
248
Page 62
1815
it comes to them with Evangelical allay, and Gospel mitigation.
it comes to them with Evangelical allay, and Gospel mitigation.
pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 vvi, cc n1 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
248
Page 62
1816
They are not under it respectively to the malediction and the condemnation of it, for they are not accursed, they shall not be condemned by it.
They Are not under it respectively to the malediction and the condemnation of it, for they Are not accursed, they shall not be condemned by it.
pns32 vbr xx p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
248
Page 62
1817
But they are under the commanding and the binding power, the obligation of it notwithstanding, because from this they are not neither can they be delivered.
But they Are under the commanding and the binding power, the obligation of it notwithstanding, Because from this they Are not neither can they be Delivered.
p-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-vvg cc dt vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 a-acp, c-acp p-acp d pns32 vbr xx d vmb pns32 vbi vvn.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 62
1818
For if you look upon the substance of the Moral Law, it is an everlasting, an eternal Law, as David calls it, Psal. 19.7. It sheweth what is good, and what is evil in it self, and in its nature.
For if you look upon the substance of the Moral Law, it is an everlasting, an Eternal Law, as David calls it, Psalm 19.7. It shows what is good, and what is evil in it self, and in its nature.
p-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vbz dt j, dt j n1, c-acp np1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. pn31 vvz r-crq vbz j, cc r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pn31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 62
1819
So that the things that are commanded there, are not good because they are commanded, but are commanded because they are good.
So that the things that Are commanded there, Are not good Because they Are commanded, but Are commanded Because they Are good.
av cst dt n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp, vbr xx j c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, cc-acp vbr vvn c-acp pns32 vbr j.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 62
1820
And so the things that are forbidden, they are not evil because they are forbidden, but are forbidden because they are evil.
And so the things that Are forbidden, they Are not evil Because they Are forbidden, but Are forbidden Because they Are evil.
cc av dt n2 cst vbr vvn, pns32 vbr xx j-jn c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, cc-acp vbr vvn c-acp pns32 vbr j-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 62
1821
And hence this Law is never charged (as the Law of the forbidden fruit,
And hence this Law is never charged (as the Law of the forbidden fruit,
cc av d n1 vbz av-x vvn (c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 62
1822
and as the Ceremonial, and Judaical Laws) no, it is stedfast, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Heb. 2.2. NONLATINALPHABET, the word that was spoken by Angels, that is, the Moral Law that was delivered by their Ministry, is stedfast.
and as the Ceremonial, and Judaical Laws) no, it is steadfast, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Hebrew 2.2., the word that was spoken by Angels, that is, the Moral Law that was Delivered by their Ministry, is steadfast.
cc p-acp dt j, cc jp n2) dx, pn31 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd., dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp n2, cst vbz, dt j n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp po32 n1, vbz j.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 62
1823
Indeed this Law, the Law of nature, was written in the heart of Adam in the state of innocency, and Christ intendeth not to blot out any thing that was engraven there,
Indeed this Law, the Law of nature, was written in the heart of Adam in the state of innocency, and christ intends not to blot out any thing that was engraven there,
np1 d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi av d n1 cst vbds vvn a-acp,
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 63
1824
but promises to write it out again more fairly (for it was much obliterated by the fall) in the hearts of his people.
but promises to write it out again more fairly (for it was much obliterated by the fallen) in the hearts of his people.
cc-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 av av av-dc av-j (c-acp pn31 vbds av-d j p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 63
1825
So runs the tenor of the New Covenant, Ier. 31.33. The last Objection that I shall insist upon, is taken from those words of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 1.9. The Law, saith the Apostle there, is not given to the Righteous.
So runs the tenor of the New Covenant, Jeremiah 31.33. The last Objection that I shall insist upon, is taken from those words of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 1.9. The Law, Says the Apostle there, is not given to the Righteous.
np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd. dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, vbz vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. dt n1, vvz dt n1 a-acp, vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j.
(14) part (DIV2)
249
Page 63
1826
And if it be not given to them, why then it seems that it belongs not to them any way.
And if it be not given to them, why then it seems that it belongs not to them any Way.
cc cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp pno32, uh-crq av pn31 vvz cst pn31 vvz xx p-acp pno32 d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
250
Page 63
1827
To this I answer that the Apostles purpose is not that the righteous are not under the command and obligation of the Law;
To this I answer that the Apostles purpose is not that the righteous Are not under the command and obligation of the Law;
p-acp d pns11 vvb cst dt n2 n1 vbz xx d dt j vbr xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
251
Page 63
1828
for mark it, Adam was exactly righteous, and yet it was a Law to him even in the state of innocency it self.
for mark it, Adam was exactly righteous, and yet it was a Law to him even in the state of innocency it self.
p-acp vvb pn31, np1 vbds av-j j, cc av pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
251
Page 63
1829
But this is that which the Apostle means; the Law is not given to the righteous so as to force him to obedience,
But this is that which the Apostle means; the Law is not given to the righteous so as to force him to Obedience,
p-acp d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz; dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1830
so as to be against a righteous man. It is not given for his hurt and condemnation.
so as to be against a righteous man. It is not given for his hurt and condemnation.
av c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1. pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1831
He doth not say NONLATINALPHABET, Lex non est lata, but NONLATINALPHABET Lex non est posita; which intimates an action or a plea against a man.
He does not say, Lex non est lata, but Lex non est Posita; which intimates an actium or a plea against a man.
pns31 vdz xx vvi, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, cc-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; r-crq vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1832
So that the Moral Law is not the action or the plea of God against a righteous man to bring him under judgement,
So that the Moral Law is not the actium or the plea of God against a righteous man to bring him under judgement,
av cst dt j n1 vbz xx dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1833
and to oblige and bind him over to damnation.
and to oblige and bind him over to damnation.
cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1834
And so it is the same in sense with that which is delivered by the same Apostle in another place, speaking of such as are guided by the spirit,
And so it is the same in sense with that which is Delivered by the same Apostle in Another place, speaking of such as Are guided by the Spirit,
cc av pn31 vbz dt d p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vvg pp-f d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1835
and express the fruits of it in their lives and conversations, Gal. 5.23. He doth not say to such a one, but NONLATINALPHABET against such there is no Law.
and express the fruits of it in their lives and conversations, Gal. 5.23. He does not say to such a one, but against such there is no Law.
cc vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, np1 crd. pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp d dt pi, cc-acp p-acp d a-acp vbz dx n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1836
Indeed the Moral Law, so far as it is against believers, is not imposed but removed by Christ.
Indeed the Moral Law, so Far as it is against believers, is not imposed but removed by christ.
av dt j n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, vbz xx vvn cc-acp vvn p-acp np1.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1837
He hath blotted out the hand writing of Ordinances that was against us, that was contrary to us, He hath blotted out the hand writing of Ordinances that was against us, that was contrary to us,
pns31 vhz vvn av dt n1 vvg pp-f n2 cst vbds p-acp pno12, cst vbds j-jn p-acp pno12,
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1838
and took it out of the way;
and took it out of the Way;
cc vvd pn31 av pp-f dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1839
nayling it to his Cross, Col. 2.14 even the hand writing of Moral ordinances, so far as it is against us,nailing it to his Cross, Col. 2.14 even the hand writing of Moral ordinances, so Far as it is against us,
vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd av dt n1 vvg pp-f j n2, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12,
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1840
and contrary to us, Christ hath taken out of the way. It is against us in the rigor;
and contrary to us, christ hath taken out of the Way. It is against us in the rigor;
cc j-jn p-acp pno12, np1 vhz vvn av pp-f dt n1. pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1841
and in the curse and malediction of it, and consequently, so far it is taken off by Christ in relation to believers.
and in the curse and malediction of it, and consequently, so Far it is taken off by christ in Relation to believers.
cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc av-j, av av-j pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1842
But it is not against believers in the commands and precepts of it requiring them to love God and serve God, &c. No, these things sute with their spirits, they are written in their hearts,
But it is not against believers in the commands and Precepts of it requiring them to love God and serve God, etc. No, these things suit with their spirits, they Are written in their hearts,
p-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi np1 cc vvi np1, av uh-dx, d n2 n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1843
and therefore they are not destroyed, but rather strengthened, and confirmed by Christ.
and Therefore they Are not destroyed, but rather strengthened, and confirmed by christ.
cc av pns32 vbr xx vvn, cc-acp av-c vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1.
(14) part (DIV2)
252
Page 63
1844
Is it so that all mankind is under the authority of Iesus Christ, under his legislative power? Then certainly believers must not stoop to any other legislative power, to the prejudice of his.
Is it so that all mankind is under the Authority of Iesus christ, under his legislative power? Then Certainly believers must not stoop to any other legislative power, to the prejudice of his.
vbz pn31 av cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1? av av-j n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp d j-jn j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31.
(14) part (DIV2)
253
Page 63
1845
And this is that which the Apostle presseth hard on the Colossians, Col. 2.20. In the foregoing verse he setteth forth the authority of Christ;
And this is that which the Apostle Presseth hard on the colossians, Col. 2.20. In the foregoing verse he sets forth the Authority of christ;
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt njp2, np1 crd. p-acp dt vvg n1 pns31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f np1;
(14) part (DIV2)
253
Page 63
1846
and sheweth that he is the head and ruler of his people, and presently comes in with this Interrogation, and why, saith he, are you subject to Ordinances? by which he doth not mean the Laws of God,
and shows that he is the head and ruler of his people, and presently comes in with this Interrogation, and why, Says he, Are you Subject to Ordinances? by which he does not mean the Laws of God,
cc vvz cst pns31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j vvz p-acp p-acp d n1, cc q-crq, vvz pns31, vbr pn22 j-jn p-acp n2? p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1,
(14) part (DIV2)
253
Page 63
1847
but the decrees, and constitutions and commands of men.
but the decrees, and constitutions and commands of men.
cc-acp dt n2, cc n2 cc n2 pp-f n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
253
Page 63
1848
And so himself explains it afterward in the succeeding words, that by those Ordinances he intendeth nothing else but the Commandments and doctrines of men.
And so himself explains it afterwards in the succeeding words, that by those Ordinances he intends nothing Else but the commandments and doctrines of men.
cc av px31 vvz pn31 av p-acp dt j-vvg n2, cst p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz pix av cc-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
253
Page 63
1849
As if he should have said, if you be under the authority of Jesus Christ, Why are you subject to the Ordinances and commands of men?
As if he should have said, if you be under the Authority of jesus christ, Why Are you Subject to the Ordinances and commands of men?
p-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cs pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, q-crq vbr pn22 j-jn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2?
(14) part (DIV2)
253
Page 63
1850
What then, doth the authority of Jesus Christ, discharge his people from obedience to any ordinances,
What then, does the Authority of jesus christ, discharge his people from Obedience to any ordinances,
q-crq av, vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvb po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
254
Page 64
1851
or commands of men? and are they to be subject to him so, that they be subject to no other governours or rulers in the world? Is the authority and power of Magistrates dissolved by this means?
or commands of men? and Are they to be Subject to him so, that they be Subject to no other Governors or Rulers in the world? Is the Authority and power of Magistrates dissolved by this means?
cc n2 pp-f n2? cc vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31 av, cst pns32 vbb j-jn p-acp dx j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1? vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp d n2?
(14) part (DIV2)
254
Page 64
1852
To this I answer, No, by no means;
To this I answer, No, by no means;
p-acp d pns11 vvb, uh-dx, p-acp dx n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1853
and therefore you must know that when the Apostle saith, be ye not servants of men, be ye not subject to the ordinances and commands of men:
and Therefore you must know that when the Apostle Says, be you not Servants of men, be you not Subject to the ordinances and commands of men:
cc av pn22 vmb vvi d c-crq dt n1 vvz, vbb pn22 xx n2 pp-f n2, vbb pn22 xx vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2:
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1854
he doth not mean it absolutely, as if we ought not to be subject to them any way.
he does not mean it absolutely, as if we ought not to be Subject to them any Way.
pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 av-j, c-acp cs pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno32 d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1855
It was not his intention to bring in such confusion, and such Anarchy into the world.
It was not his intention to bring in such confusion, and such Anarchy into the world.
pn31 vbds xx po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1856
For in another place he tells us, that we must needs he subject to the Magistrate, Rom. 13.5.
For in Another place he tells us, that we must needs he Subject to the Magistrate, Rom. 13.5.
p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz pno12, cst pns12 vmb av pns31 j-jn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1857
And the Apostle Peters Exhortation goes a little further, and is a little more large, 1 Pet. 2.13. Submit your selves to every ordinance of man, and that for the Lord sake;
And the Apostle Peter's Exhortation Goes a little further, and is a little more large, 1 Pet. 2.13. Submit your selves to every Ordinance of man, and that for the Lord sake;
cc dt n1 npg1 n1 vvz dt j av-jc, cc vbz dt j av-dc j, crd np1 crd. vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1858
And it is necessary that we should do so, saith he; for so is the will of God, verse 15. of that Chapter.
And it is necessary that we should do so, Says he; for so is the will of God, verse 15. of that Chapter.
cc pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vmd vdi av, vvz pns31; c-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd pp-f d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
255
Page 64
1859
These two do seem apparently to contradict and clash with one another. Be ye not the servants of men, and Ye must needs he subject to men;
These two do seem apparently to contradict and clash with one Another. Be you not the Servants of men, and You must needs he Subject to men;
d crd vdb vvi av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp crd j-jn. vbb pn22 xx dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pn22 vmb av pns31 j-jn p-acp n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
256
Page 64
1860
be ye not subject to the ordinances and commands of men, And yet submit your selves to every ordinance of man;
be you not Subject to the ordinances and commands of men, And yet submit your selves to every Ordinance of man;
vbb pn22 xx vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, cc av vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
256
Page 64
1861
and therefore I shall cleer it in a word, or two, both with relation to the outward man, and to the conscience.
and Therefore I shall clear it in a word, or two, both with Relation to the outward man, and to the conscience.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc crd, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
256
Page 64
1862
For the outward man, that ought not to be subject to the Injunctions & commands of men, where they cross the law of Christ, there are some commands of men that meddle only with such things as are not comprehended in the Law of Christ,
For the outward man, that ought not to be Subject to the Injunctions & commands of men, where they cross the law of christ, there Are Some commands of men that meddle only with such things as Are not comprehended in the Law of christ,
p-acp dt j n1, cst vmd xx pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n2 cst vvb av-j p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(14) part (DIV2)
257
Page 64
1863
but are left by him indifferent, neither commanded nor forbidden. To such as these we may and ought to yield obedience;
but Are left by him indifferent, neither commanded nor forbidden. To such as these we may and ought to yield Obedience;
cc-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 j, av-dx vvd ccx vvn. p-acp d c-acp d pns12 vmb cc pi pc-acp vvi n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
257
Page 64
1864
there is no question but the Lawfull Magistate hath power concerning things indifferent, to interdict them,
there is no question but the Lawful Magistrate hath power Concerning things indifferent, to interdict them,
pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j n1 vhz n1 vvg n2 j, pc-acp vvi pno32,
(14) part (DIV2)
257
Page 64
1865
or require them for Politick and civil ends, and in relation to the better government or profit,
or require them for Politic and civil ends, and in Relation to the better government or profit,
cc vvi pno32 p-acp j cc j n2, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
257
Page 64
1866
and emolument of those who are subjected to his power.
and emolument of those who Are subjected to his power.
cc fw-fr pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
257
Page 64
1867
And however I am under the authority of Christ, I am not free in such a case as this is.
And however I am under the Authority of christ, I am not free in such a case as this is.
cc c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vbm xx j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(14) part (DIV2)
257
Page 64
1868
There are other Laws of men which concur with Christs Laws, commanding that which they command, forbidding that which they forbid;
There Are other Laws of men which concur with Christ Laws, commanding that which they command, forbidding that which they forbid;
pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vvb p-acp npg1 n2, vvg d r-crq pns32 vvb, vvg d r-crq pns32 vvb;
(14) part (DIV2)
258
Page 64
1869
As when Christ forbids to swear, & when the Magistrate forbids to swear too;
As when christ forbids to swear, & when the Magistrate forbids to swear too;
c-acp c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av;
(14) part (DIV2)
258
Page 64
1870
when Christ forbids us to profane the Sabbath, and when the Magistrate forbids us to prophane it too;
when christ forbids us to profane the Sabbath, and when the Magistrate forbids us to profane it too;
c-crq np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31 av;
(14) part (DIV2)
258
Page 64
1871
There is no scruple touching such commands as these;
There is no scruple touching such commands as these;
pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvg d n2 c-acp d;
(14) part (DIV2)
258
Page 64
1872
for here the Magistrate and Christ do close, and therefore in obeying one of them, we obey the other too.
for Here the Magistrate and christ do close, and Therefore in obeying one of them, we obey the other too.
c-acp av dt n1 cc np1 vdb vvi, cc av p-acp vvg pi pp-f pno32, pns12 vvb dt n-jn av.
(14) part (DIV2)
258
Page 64
1873
But when the Laws of men do contradict the Laws of Christ, forbidding that which they command, commanding that they forbid;
But when the Laws of men do contradict the Laws of christ, forbidding that which they command, commanding that they forbid;
cc-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vdb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, vvg d r-crq pns32 vvb, vvg cst pns32 vvb;
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1874
when their Injunctions clash with his, we ought not to subject our selves to them. The authority of Christ is the greatest in the world:
when their Injunctions clash with his, we ought not to Subject our selves to them. The Authority of christ is the greatest in the world:
c-crq po32 n2 vvi p-acp png31, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt js p-acp dt n1:
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1875
his Father (as you have it in my text) hath given him power over all flesh. his Father (as you have it in my text) hath given him power over all Flesh.
po31 n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1) vhz vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1876
And therefore he must rather be obeyed then any fleshly power, if once they come in competition,
And Therefore he must rather be obeyed then any fleshly power, if once they come in competition,
cc av pns31 vmb av-c vbi vvn av d j n1, cs a-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1877
and if they cannot be obeyed together, in such a case as this, my brethren,
and if they cannot be obeyed together, in such a case as this, my brothers,
cc cs pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, po11 n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1878
when the same thing shall come to be commanded in the Law of Christ, forbidden in the Law of man,
when the same thing shall come to be commanded in the Law of christ, forbidden in the Law of man,
c-crq dt d n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1879
and so upon the other side, we have a certain rule to walk by, Act. 5.29.
and so upon the other side, we have a certain Rule to walk by, Act. 5.29.
cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, n1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1880
It is better to obey God then men, in such a case we cannot be the servants of men,It is better to obey God then men, in such a case we cannot be the Servants of men,
pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi np1 av n2, p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vmbx vbi dt n2 pp-f n2,
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 64
1881
because if we be so, we cannot be the servants of Christ; for in obeying them, we throw off the authority of Jesus Christ.
Because if we be so, we cannot be the Servants of christ; for in obeying them, we throw off the Authority of jesus christ.
c-acp cs pns12 vbb av, pns12 vmbx vbi dt n2 pp-f np1; c-acp p-acp vvg pno32, pns12 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(14) part (DIV2)
259
Page 65
1882
And as we ought not to subject our outward man to the commands of men in such a case:
And as we ought not to Subject our outward man to the commands of men in such a case:
cc c-acp pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi po12 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d dt n1:
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1883
so in the second place we ought not to subject our Conscience to the commands of men in any case.
so in the second place we ought not to Subject our Conscience to the commands of men in any case.
av p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1884
The Conscience is the Lords peculiar, none h•th authority on that but he only.
The Conscience is the lords peculiar, none h•th Authority on that but he only.
dt n1 vbz dt n2 j, pix vvz n1 p-acp d p-acp pns31 av-j.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1885
And therefore Christ condemns it in the Scribes and Pharises, They taught for doctrines the commandments of men, Mat. 15.9.
And Therefore christ condemns it in the Scribes and Pharisees, They taught for doctrines the Commandments of men, Mathew 15.9.
cc av np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n2 cc np2, pns32 vvd p-acp n2 dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 crd.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1886
They were but constitutions and commands of men, and yet they vented them for Doctrines, and imposed them on the Conscience;
They were but constitutions and commands of men, and yet they vented them for Doctrines, and imposed them on the Conscience;
pns32 vbdr cc-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, cc av pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp n2, cc vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1887
This they ought not to have done; or if they did so, they ought not to be yielded to in so doing.
This they ought not to have done; or if they did so, they ought not to be yielded to in so doing.
d pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vhi vdn; cc cs pns32 vdd av, pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp av vdg.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1888
We ought not to be subject to the commands of men, upon such terms as these are.
We ought not to be Subject to the commands of men, upon such terms as these Are.
pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1889
The Lord complains of this in Israel as a grievous sin, for which he thunders out a heavy doom against them, a Judgement so remarkable, that it should come the next step to a miracle,
The Lord complains of this in Israel as a grievous since, for which he Thunders out a heavy doom against them, a Judgement so remarkable, that it should come the next step to a miracle,
dt n1 vvz pp-f d p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av dt j n1 p-acp pno32, dt n1 av j, cst pn31 vmd vvi dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1890
because their fear to him was taught by the precepts of men, Isa. 29.13. For this the Apostle chideth the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 11. •0.
Because their Fear to him was taught by the Precepts of men, Isaiah 29.13. For this the Apostle chideth the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 11. •0.
c-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 crd. p-acp d dt n1 vvz dt np1, crd np1 crd j.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1891
Ye suffer if a man devour you if a man bring you into bondage, which is not meant of the enthralling of the outward man,You suffer if a man devour you if a man bring you into bondage, which is not meant of the enthralling of the outward man,
pn22 vvb cs dt n1 vvb pn22 cs dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1892
but of the captivating of the Conscience, in the chains of humane constitutions and decrees, which these deceitful workers mentioned in the former verses jugled on upon it.
but of the captivating of the Conscience, in the chains of humane constitutions and decrees, which these deceitful workers mentioned in the former Verses juggled on upon it.
cc-acp pp-f dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq d j n2 vvn p-acp dt j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp pn31.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1893
Well then since Christ hath such authority upon us, let none of us subject our Conscience and our faith to men;
Well then since christ hath such Authority upon us, let none of us Subject our Conscience and our faith to men;
uh-av av c-acp np1 vhz d n1 p-acp pno12, vvb pix pp-f pno12 vvi po12 n1 cc po12 n1 p-acp n2;
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1894
let them not be Lords of these, for they belong to Christ and him only.
let them not be lords of these, for they belong to christ and him only.
vvb pno32 xx vbi n2 pp-f d, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1 cc pno31 av-j.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1895
He suffers magistrates indeed to rule without, over the outward man, but he alone must rule within over the conscience.
He suffers Magistrates indeed to Rule without, over the outward man, but he alone must Rule within over the conscience.
pns31 vvz n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 av-j vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1896
If any go about to take command on that, or to give Law to that, you must stand fast in the Liberty wherewith Christ hath made you free, as the Apostle counsels you, Gal. 5.1. Is it so that all mankind is under the authority of Jesus Christ? Then let not one man censure and condemn another.
If any go about to take command on that, or to give Law to that, you must stand fast in the Liberty wherewith christ hath made you free, as the Apostle Counsels you, Gal. 5.1. Is it so that all mankind is under the Authority of jesus christ? Then let not one man censure and condemn Another.
cs d vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d, pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pn22 j, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd. vbz pn31 av cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? av vvb xx crd n1 n1 cc vvi j-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
260
Page 65
1897
It is the inference that the Apostle makes upon the very same ground, James 4.12. There is one Law-giver (saith he) that is able both to save, and to destroy.
It is the Inference that the Apostle makes upon the very same ground, James 4.12. There is one Lawgiver (Says he) that is able both to save, and to destroy.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j d n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vbz crd n1 (vvz pns31) d vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi.
(14) part (DIV2)
261
Page 65
1898
And what of that? Who art thou that judgest another? What authority hast thou to pass sentence on thy brother? you are both under the power,
And what of that? Who art thou that Judges Another? What Authority hast thou to pass sentence on thy brother? you Are both under the power,
cc q-crq pp-f d? q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 j-jn? q-crq n1 vh2 pns21 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1? pn22 vbr av-d p-acp dt n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
261
Page 65
1899
and the authority of Jesus Christ, and therefore let him judge you both, and do not you judge one another.
and the Authority of jesus christ, and Therefore let him judge you both, and do not you judge one Another.
cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc av vvb pno31 vvi pn22 d, cc vdb xx pn22 vvi pi j-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
261
Page 65
1900
Why you will say, may not one man judge another without any derogation from the authority of Christ? yes,
Why you will say, may not one man judge Another without any derogation from the Authority of christ? yes,
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi, vmb xx crd n1 vvi j-jn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? uh,
(14) part (DIV2)
262
Page 65
1901
if he do it by authority from Christ, and according to the rules prescribed by Christ.
if he do it by Authority from christ, and according to the rules prescribed by christ.
cs pns31 vdb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp np1.
(14) part (DIV2)
262
Page 65
1902
So one man may judge another and condemn another too, having received power from Christ in the Church, and Common-wealth.
So one man may judge Another and condemn Another too, having received power from christ in the Church, and Commonwealth.
av crd n1 vmb vvi j-jn cc vvi j-jn av, vhg vvn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
262
Page 65
1903
But if one man judge another of himself, without any Lawfull power, and without any real ground,
But if one man judge Another of himself, without any Lawful power, and without any real ground,
p-acp cs crd n1 vvi j-jn pp-f px31, p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp d j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
262
Page 65
1904
if one man judge another in or about such things as are reserved to the authority of Christ,
if one man judge Another in or about such things as Are reserved to the Authority of christ,
cs crd n1 vvi j-jn n1 cc p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(14) part (DIV2)
262
Page 65
1905
as secret things and the final state of men, and such like, it is a prejudice to the authority of Christ and to the power which God hath given him over all flesh.
as secret things and the final state of men, and such like, it is a prejudice to the Authority of christ and to the power which God hath given him over all Flesh.
c-acp j-jn n2 cc dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc d av-j, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n1.
(14) part (DIV2)
262
Page 65
1906
And yet, how usual is it with men to judge, and censure one another, when they are not called to it,
And yet, how usual is it with men to judge, and censure one Another, when they Are not called to it,
cc av, c-crq j vbz pn31 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pi j-jn, c-crq pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31,
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 65
1907
when they have no right to do it, when they have no sufficient ground for it? They will judge the hearts of men, they will judge the ends of men which are known to none but God, having neither evidence nor warrant for these censures.
when they have no right to do it, when they have no sufficient ground for it? They will judge the hearts of men, they will judge the ends of men which Are known to none but God, having neither evidence nor warrant for these censures.
c-crq pns32 vhb dx j-jn pc-acp vdi pn31, c-crq pns32 vhb dx j n1 p-acp pn31? pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pix cc-acp np1, vhg dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1908
If they be out with any man, presently he is an Hypocrite, a rotten-hearted wretch,
If they be out with any man, presently he is an Hypocrite, a rotten-hearted wretch,
cs pns32 vbb av p-acp d n1, av-j pns31 vbz dt n1, dt j n1,
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1909
and what not? if he do any doubtful action, they will be sure to construe it the worst way;
and what not? if he do any doubtful actium, they will be sure to construe it the worst Way;
cc q-crq xx? cs pns31 vdb d j n1, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 dt js n1;
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1910
if he do any action clearly good, then he hath ill ends in it, nothing can scape their hard censures.
if he do any actium clearly good, then he hath ill ends in it, nothing can escape their hard censures.
cs pns31 vdb d n1 av-j j, cs pns31 vhz j-jn n2 p-acp pn31, pix vmb vvi po32 j n2.
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1911
Nay some will pass their doom upon the final state of men, which none but Christ himself can judge of.
Nay Some will pass their doom upon the final state of men, which none but christ himself can judge of.
uh-x d vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pix p-acp np1 px31 vmb vvi pp-f.
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1912
Now, I beseech you, (my beloved) consider whose authority you violate in this, and whose office you assume.
Now, I beseech you, (my Beloved) Consider whose Authority you violate in this, and whose office you assume.
av, pns11 vvb pn22, (po11 j-vvn) vvi r-crq n1 pn22 vvb p-acp d, cc rg-crq n1 pn22 vvb.
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
3034
or they are our Children, or they are our kindred and acquaintance:
or they Are our Children, or they Are our kindred and acquaintance:
cc pns32 vbr po12 n2, cc pns32 vbr po12 n1 cc n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
1913
Remember, Christ hath power over all flesh; he is the Law-giver, who is able both to save and to destroy;
remember, christ hath power over all Flesh; he is the Lawgiver, who is able both to save and to destroy;
np1, np1 vhz n1 p-acp d n1; pns31 vbz dt n1, r-crq vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi;
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1914
who knows whom he will save, and whom he will destroy: let him judge all, and do not you judge one another.
who knows whom he will save, and whom he will destroy: let him judge all, and do not you judge one Another.
r-crq vvz ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi, cc r-crq pns31 vmb vvi: vvb pno31 vvi d, cc vdb xx pn22 vvi pi j-jn.
(14) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1915
John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all flesh.
John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh.
np1 crd. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
263
Page 66
1916
IS it so that all mankind is under the authority of Jesus Christ? Then let them not avenge themselves in any case,
IS it so that all mankind is under the Authority of jesus christ? Then let them not avenge themselves in any case,
vbz pn31 av cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? av vvb pno32 xx vvi px32 p-acp d n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1917
but let them have recourse to Jesus Christ for right, when any wrong or injury is done to them.
but let them have recourse to jesus christ for right, when any wrong or injury is done to them.
cc-acp vvb pno32 vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n-jn, c-crq d n-jn cc n1 vbz vdn p-acp pno32.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1918
Whoever doth it, he is under the authority of Jesus Christ, he is within the verge & compass of his Jurisdiction;
Whoever does it, he is under the Authority of jesus christ, he is within the verge & compass of his Jurisdiction;
r-crq vdz pn31, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1919
his Father hath invested him with a power over all flesh:
his Father hath invested him with a power over all Flesh:
po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1920
so that let the wrong doer be of what condition, or estate, or place he will, let the wrong be what it will, it fals within his cognizance,
so that let the wrong doer be of what condition, or estate, or place he will, let the wrong be what it will, it falls within his cognizance,
av cst vvb dt j-jn n1 vbi pp-f r-crq n1, cc n1, cc n1 pns31 vmb, vvb dt n-jn vbb r-crq pn31 vmb, pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1921
and he can right it, if he please, and he will right it in his own time.
and he can right it, if he please, and he will right it in his own time.
cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns31 vvb, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1922
Indeed, if there were none to seek unto when we are injured and abused, if there were none to do us justice, there were some colour then,
Indeed, if there were none to seek unto when we Are injured and abused, if there were none to do us Justice, there were Some colour then,
np1, cs pc-acp vbdr pix pc-acp vvi p-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn, cs pc-acp vbdr pix pc-acp vdi pno12 n1, pc-acp vbdr d n1 av,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1923
why we should avenge our selves.
why we should avenge our selves.
c-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1924
If there were none but the servants in a Family, (if such a thing might be supposed) and there were no Common Master over all, it could not be avoided,
If there were none but the Servants in a Family, (if such a thing might be supposed) and there were no Common Master over all, it could not be avoided,
cs pc-acp vbdr pix cc-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (cs d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn) cc a-acp vbdr dx j n1 p-acp d, pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1925
but they would brawl among themselves;
but they would brawl among themselves;
cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi p-acp px32;
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1926
For every one in such a case would look to be his own Judge, there being none superior to him and his fellow to decide the quarrell.
For every one in such a case would look to be his own Judge, there being none superior to him and his fellow to decide the quarrel.
c-acp d pi p-acp d dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi po31 d n1, a-acp vbg pix j-jn p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1927
But when they have a Master to complain to, who hath power to take an order with any of them that offend, it were a great indignity to him and his authority for any of them to correct their fellow-servants. (Beloved) we have all one Master, we are all under the power and the authority of Jesus Christ;
But when they have a Master to complain to, who hath power to take an order with any of them that offend, it were a great indignity to him and his Authority for any of them to correct their Fellow servants. (beloved) we have all one Master, we Are all under the power and the Authority of jesus christ;
p-acp c-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, r-crq vhz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32 cst vvb, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (vvn) pns12 vhb d crd n1, pns12 vbr d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1;
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1928
and therefore if our fellow-servants wrong us, let us not undertake to right our selves, but let us patiently commit our cause to him that judgeth righteously.
and Therefore if our Fellow servants wrong us, let us not undertake to right our selves, but let us patiently commit our cause to him that Judgeth righteously.
cc av cs po12 n2 vvb pno12, vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc-acp vvb pno12 av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz av-j.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1929
I say (as the Apostle Romans, 12.19.) Dearly beloved, avenge not your selves. Take heed that you be neither overcome of evil in your passions, Romans 12. ult.
I say (as the Apostle Romans, 12.19.) Dearly Beloved, avenge not your selves. Take heed that you be neither overcome of evil in your passion, Romans 12. ult.
pns11 vvb (c-acp dt n1 np1, crd.) av-jn vvn, vvb xx po22 n2. vvb n1 cst pn22 vbb av-d vvn pp-f j-jn p-acp po22 n2, np1 crd n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1930
nor render evil for it in your actions, 1 Thes. 5.15.
nor render evil for it in your actions, 1 Thebes 5.15.
ccx vvi av-jn p-acp pn31 p-acp po22 n2, crd np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1931
There are not many sins to which we are so mightily inclined, as we are to this,
There Are not many Sins to which we Are so mightily inclined, as we Are to this,
pc-acp vbr xx d n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av av-j vvn, c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp d,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1932
nor which we are so hardly able to resist.
nor which we Are so hardly able to resist.
ccx r-crq pns12 vbr av av j pc-acp vvi.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1955
So that when our abuses are unsufferable, and when they wound the name, or the estate so deep that they are not to be born,
So that when our Abuses Are unsufferable, and when they wound the name, or the estate so deep that they Are not to be born,
av cst c-crq po12 n2 vbr j, cc c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1, cc dt n1 av j-jn cst pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1933
And truly I am much afraid, that in the prosecution of the great affairs of this time, there is in many too much of the private grudge,
And truly I am much afraid, that in the prosecution of the great affairs of this time, there is in many too much of the private grudge,
cc av-j pns11 vbm av-d j, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbz p-acp d av d pp-f dt j n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1934
and self-revenge, who make the publique cause a cover for their own malice.
and Self-revenge, who make the public cause a cover for their own malice.
cc n1, r-crq vvb dt j n1 dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1935
Now, I beseech you, (my beloved) let us not study to avenge our selves on any man,
Now, I beseech you, (my Beloved) let us not study to avenge our selves on any man,
av, pns11 vvb pn22, (po11 j-vvn) vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 66
1936
but let us lay aside all self-respects.
but let us lay aside all self-respects.
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi av d n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1937
If we have been abused and wronged by any, let us forgive them, and forbear them, (as the Apostle Paul exhorts) Col. 3.13. Forgiving one another, and forbearing one another, if any man have a quarrel against any.
If we have been abused and wronged by any, let us forgive them, and forbear them, (as the Apostle Paul exhorts) Col. 3.13. Forgiving one Another, and forbearing one Another, if any man have a quarrel against any.
cs pns12 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp d, vvb pno12 vvi pno32, cc vvb pno32, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz) np1 crd. j-vvg pi j-jn, cc vvg pi j-jn, cs d n1 vhb dt n1 p-acp d.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1938
There is much in that Text:
There is much in that Text:
pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp d n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1939
forgiving one another in regard of inward malice, and forbearing one another in regard of outward revenge.
forgiving one Another in regard of inward malice, and forbearing one Another in regard of outward revenge.
j-vvg pi j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, cc vvg pi j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f j n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1940
And that not only in conceited and imaginary, but in true and real wrongs: For so the Greek word NONLATINALPHABET rendred quarrell or complaint imports:
And that not only in conceited and imaginary, but in true and real wrongs: For so the Greek word rendered quarrel or complaint imports:
cc cst xx av-j p-acp j-vvn cc j, cc-acp p-acp j cc j n2-jn: c-acp av dt jp n1 vvn vvi cc n1 vvz:
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1941
Not a quarrell pickt or raised upon no ground at all, but justa conquerendi causa, (as Zanchius reads it) a just occasion of complaint.
Not a quarrel picked or raised upon no ground At all, but Justa conquerendi causa, (as Zanchius reads it) a just occasion of complaint.
xx dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dx n1 p-acp d, cc-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, (c-acp np1 vvz pn31) dt j n1 pp-f n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1942
So that when we are injured, so as the abuse is evident and clear, it is our duty to forgive and to forbear:
So that when we Are injured, so as the abuse is evident and clear, it is our duty to forgive and to forbear:
av cst c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, av c-acp dt n1 vbz j cc j, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi:
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1943
And that who ever offer the abuse to us, let him be what he will,
And that who ever offer the abuse to us, let him be what he will,
cc cst r-crq av vvb dt n1 p-acp pno12, vvb pno31 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1944
if any man have a quarrel against any, of what condition or degree soever, none exempted,
if any man have a quarrel against any, of what condition or degree soever, none exempted,
cs d n1 vhb dt n1 p-acp d, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 av, pix vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1945
yet we must forgive still, and we must forbear still.
yet we must forgive still, and we must forbear still.
av pns12 vmb vvi av, cc pns12 vmb vvi av.
(15) part (DIV2)
265
Page 67
1946
And this because it hath a world of difficulties in it, I shall set on with a few Considerations.
And this Because it hath a world of difficulties in it, I shall Set on with a few Considerations.
cc d c-acp pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt d n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
266
Page 67
1947
Consider you entrench on Jesus Christ, in self-revenge, invade his proper and peculiar right, you do that which belongs to him, which is a very high presumption.
Consider you entrench on jesus christ, in Self-revenge, invade his proper and peculiar right, you do that which belongs to him, which is a very high presumption.
vvb pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1, p-acp n1, vvb po31 j cc j n-jn, pn22 vdb d r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt av j n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1948
And this the Psalmist intimates in his petition:
And this the Psalmist intimates in his petition:
cc d dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1949
Psal. 94 1. O God to whom vengeance belongeth, O God to whom vengeance belongeth, shew thy self:
Psalm 94 1. Oh God to whom vengeance belongeth, Oh God to whom vengeance belongeth, show thy self:
np1 crd crd uh np1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz, uh np1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz, vvb po21 n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1950
he speaks it there exclusively, vengeance belongs to him, and none but him:
he speaks it there exclusively, vengeance belongs to him, and none but him:
pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp av-j, n1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pix p-acp pno31:
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1951
To none but him originally, primitively, though he make over power to execute it, to his Deputies and Vicegerents:
To none but him originally, primitively, though he make over power to execute it, to his Deputies and Vicegerents:
p-acp pix cc-acp pno31 av-j, av-j, cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1952
who though they cannot do it of themselves, and by their own authority, yet they may do it as the Ministers of Christ, (as the Apostle Paul intimates, speaking of the Magistrate) Rom. 13.4.
who though they cannot do it of themselves, and by their own Authority, yet they may do it as the Ministers of christ, (as the Apostle Paul intimates, speaking of the Magistrate) Rom. 13.4.
r-crq cs pns32 vmbx vdi pn31 pp-f px32, cc p-acp po32 d n1, av pns32 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, vvg pp-f dt n1) np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1953
He is the Minister of God, (saith he) and an avenger. A Minister of God,He is the Minister of God, (Says he) and an avenger. A Minister of God,
pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (vvz pns31) cc dt n1. dt n1 pp-f np1,
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1954
and by that means, by vertue of his deputation a revenger, to execute wrath on him that doth evil.
and by that means, by virtue of his deputation a revenger, to execute wrath on him that does evil.
cc p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz av-jn.
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1956
if we go to the Magistrate to right us, and avenge us, we go to Jesus Christ in him,
if we go to the Magistrate to right us, and avenge us, we go to jesus christ in him,
cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvi pno12, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp pno31,
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1957
because he hath appointed him, and set him up for that purpose.
Because he hath appointed him, and Set him up for that purpose.
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31, cc vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1958
But if we avenge our selves, we wrest the sword out of the hands of Jesus Christ,
But if we avenge our selves, we wrest the sword out of the hands of jesus christ,
p-acp cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, pns12 vvb dt n1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 np1,
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1959
and do as much as in us lies, to dis-invest him of that power which God hath given him over all flesh.
and do as much as in us lies, to disinvest him of that power which God hath given him over all Flesh.
cc vdb c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz, p-acp j pno31 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1960
And with this argument it is that the Apostle Paul disswades them from self-revenge in the fore-alledged Scripture, Rom. 12.19. Dearly beloved, avenge not your selves, and why so? because in so doing, you enter on the right of Christ;
And with this argument it is that the Apostle Paul dissuades them from Self-revenge in the fore-alleged Scripture, Rom. 12.19. Dearly Beloved, avenge not your selves, and why so? Because in so doing, you enter on the right of christ;
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. av-jn vvn, vvb xx po22 n2, cc q-crq av? c-acp p-acp av vdg, pn22 vvb p-acp dt n-jn pp-f np1;
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1961
for it is written, vengeance is mine, it is not yours, no, it is mine, and I will repay it, either by my self, or by my ordinance.for it is written, vengeance is mine, it is not yours, no, it is mine, and I will repay it, either by my self, or by my Ordinance.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, n1 vbz png11, pn31 vbz xx png22, uh-dx, pn31 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, d p-acp po11 n1, cc p-acp po11 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
267
Page 67
1962
By self-revenge, as you invade the right of Christ, so you stay and hinder Christ from taking vengeance for you on your enemies.
By Self-revenge, as you invade the right of christ, so you stay and hinder christ from taking vengeance for you on your enemies.
p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n-jn pp-f np1, av pn22 vvb cc vvi np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 67
1963
You give not place to his wrath, (as the Apostle Paul expresseth it in the forecited Scripture, Rom. 12.19.) He would avenge you,
You give not place to his wrath, (as the Apostle Paul Expresses it in the forecited Scripture, Rom. 12.19.) He would avenge you,
pn22 vvb xx n1 p-acp po31 n1, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd.) pns31 vmd vvi pn22,
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 67
1964
and you would not suffer him, but you will do it with your own hands.
and you would not suffer him, but you will do it with your own hands.
cc pn22 vmd xx vvi pno31, cc-acp pn22 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp po22 d n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 67
1965
He offers to step in and right you, and you will not give him the place;
He offers to step in and right you, and you will not give him the place;
pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp cc j-jn pn22, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi pno31 dt n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 67
1966
no, you justle him aside by a revengeful righting of your selves.
no, you justle him aside by a revengeful righting of your selves.
uh-dx, pn22 vvi pno31 av p-acp dt j vvg pp-f po22 n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 67
1967
And therefore it is just with him to leave you to your selves in this business:
And Therefore it is just with him to leave you to your selves in this business:
cc av pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 67
1968
and truly this among the rest, may be the cause why many men lie under such unsufferable wrongs;
and truly this among the rest, may be the cause why many men lie under such unsufferable wrongs;
cc av-j d p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 c-crq d n2 vvb p-acp d j n2-jn;
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 68
1969
why they are so abused and oppressed without any remedy; why Christ forbeareth to avenge them, because they will not give him way;
why they Are so abused and oppressed without any remedy; why christ forbeareth to avenge them, Because they will not give him Way;
c-crq pns32 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1; q-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pno31 n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 68
1970
they will get into the seat, they will be medling with his office and authority, and therefore he stands by and looks on.
they will get into the seat, they will be meddling with his office and Authority, and Therefore he Stands by and looks on.
pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz a-acp.
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 68
1971
As therefore we desire that he that hath authority to right us, should put to his own hand, let us acquit our hearts and hands (as much as it is possible) of self-revenge.
As Therefore we desire that he that hath Authority to right us, should put to his own hand, let us acquit our hearts and hands (as much as it is possible) of Self-revenge.
p-acp av pns12 vvb cst pns31 cst vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, vmd vvi p-acp po31 d n1, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 cc n2 (c-acp d c-acp pn31 vbz j) pp-f n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 68
1972
I say to every one of you, as Solomon, Prov. 20.22. Say not I will render evil, I will revenge;
I say to every one of you, as Solomon, Curae 20.22. Say not I will render evil, I will revenge;
pns11 vvb p-acp d crd pp-f pn22, c-acp np1, np1 crd. vvb xx pns11 vmb vvi j-jn, pns11 vmb vvi;
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 68
1973
but wait on Christ, and he will save you.
but wait on christ, and he will save you.
p-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22.
(15) part (DIV2)
268
Page 68
1974
And thirdly, as by self-revenge you give no place to Christ, so you give place to the Devil;
And Thirdly, as by Self-revenge you give no place to christ, so you give place to the devil;
cc ord, c-acp p-acp n1 pn22 vvb dx n1 p-acp np1, av pn22 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
269
Page 68
1975
you deny the place to Christ, and you let the Devil have it.
you deny the place to christ, and you let the devil have it.
pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, cc pn22 vvb dt n1 vhb pn31.
(15) part (DIV2)
269
Page 68
1996
These are the true real causes of it, they are within, and not without you.
These Are the true real Causes of it, they Are within, and not without you.
d vbr dt j j n2 pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr a-acp, cc xx p-acp pn22.
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 68
2017
So when our thoughts begin to work apace in any injury or provocation that is offered to us,
So when our thoughts begin to work apace in any injury or provocation that is offered to us,
av c-crq po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12,
(15) part (DIV2)
274
Page 69
1976
And therefore the Apostle Paul having disswaded us from wrath which tendeth to revenge, Let not the Sun go down upon your wrath, adds this immediately in the succeeding words, neither give place to the Devil, Eph. 4.27.
And Therefore the Apostle Paul having dissuaded us from wrath which tendeth to revenge, Let not the Sun go down upon your wrath, adds this immediately in the succeeding words, neither give place to the devil, Ephesians 4.27.
cc av dt n1 np1 vhg vvn pno12 p-acp n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, vvb xx dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp po22 n1, vvz d av-j p-acp dt j-vvg n2, av-dx vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
269
Page 68
1977
And is not this a fearful thing to justle Iesus Christ aside, that we may let the Devil in? to make room for such a guest as Satan is,
And is not this a fearful thing to justle Iesus christ aside, that we may let the devil in? to make room for such a guest as Satan is,
cc vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 np1 av, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp? pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp np1 vbz,
(15) part (DIV2)
269
Page 68
1978
and that by putting Jesus Christ by? For it is Satan (my beloved) that makes such work in mens hearts,
and that by putting jesus christ by? For it is Satan (my Beloved) that makes such work in men's hearts,
cc cst p-acp vvg np1 np1 p-acp? p-acp pn31 vbz np1 (po11 j-vvn) cst vvz d n1 p-acp ng2 n2,
(15) part (DIV2)
269
Page 68
1979
and stirs them up to such unwarrantable practices as these are.
and stirs them up to such unwarrantable practices as these Are.
cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp d j n2 c-acp d vbr.
(15) part (DIV2)
269
Page 68
1980
Lastly, By taking vengeance on our Brethren, we do exceedingly provoke Christ to take vengeance upon us.
Lastly, By taking vengeance on our Brothers, we do exceedingly provoke christ to take vengeance upon us.
ord, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vdb av-vvg vvi np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1981
We take vengeance upon others, and all that we gain is this, we cause the Lord to take vengeance on our selves:
We take vengeance upon Others, and all that we gain is this, we cause the Lord to take vengeance on our selves:
pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc d cst pns12 vvb vbz d, pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1982
we do not only hinder him from executing wrath for us, but we provoke him to execute his wrath upon us.
we do not only hinder him from executing wrath for us, but we provoke him to execute his wrath upon us.
pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi pno31 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp pns12 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1983
Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah, (saith the Lord) by taking vengeance, what follows? I will take vengeance upon Edom, Ezech. 25.12.Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah, (Says the Lord) by taking vengeance, what follows? I will take vengeance upon Edom, Ezekiel 25.12.
p-acp d np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (vvz dt n1) p-acp vvg n1, r-crq vvz? pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1984
If Christ come in and find his family together by the ears, he will be in a rage too,
If christ come in and find his family together by the ears, he will be in a rage too,
cs np1 vvb p-acp cc vvi po31 n1 av p-acp dt n2, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 av,
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1985
and he will take an order with them altogether.
and he will take an order with them altogether.
cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 av.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1986
Manasseh against Ephraim, and Ephraim against Manasseh, and they together against Judah. And what is the event of these contentions? why the Lord is against them all.Manasses against Ephraim, and Ephraim against Manasses, and they together against Judah. And what is the event of these contentions? why the Lord is against them all.
np1 p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp np1, cc pns32 av p-acp np1. cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2? q-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 d.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1987
For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still: Isa. 9.21. He deals with us, (my Brethren) as we deal with others:For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still: Isaiah 9.21. He deals with us, (my Brothers) as we deal with Others:
p-acp d d po31 n1 vbz xx vvn av, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn av av: np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, (po11 n2) c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n2-jn:
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1988
with the froward (saith the Psalmist) thou wilt shew thy self froward, Psal. 18.25.with the froward (Says the Psalmist) thou wilt show thy self froward, Psalm 18.25.
p-acp dt j (vvz dt n1) pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 j, np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1989
If we be unjustly froward to our Brethren, he will be justly froward toward us: If we lay on upon our brethren, he will lay on upon us.
If we be unjustly froward to our Brothers, he will be justly froward towards us: If we lay on upon our brothers, he will lay on upon us.
cs pns12 vbb av-j j p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vmb vbi av-j j p-acp pno12: cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno12.
(15) part (DIV2)
270
Page 68
1990
Let these considerations keep us from revenge:
Let these considerations keep us from revenge:
vvb d n2 vvb pno12 p-acp n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
271
Page 68
1991
And because it is a very hard thing to forbear, especially when opportunities are put into our hands;
And Because it is a very hard thing to forbear, especially when opportunities Are put into our hands;
cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi, av-j c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2;
(15) part (DIV2)
271
Page 68
1992
For if a man find his Enemy at an advantage, will he let him go free? 1 Sam. 24.20. I shall give you two directons which will be very helpful to you, to cause you to abstain from self-revenge:For if a man find his Enemy At an advantage, will he let him go free? 1 Sam. 24.20. I shall give you two directons which will be very helpful to you, to cause you to abstain from Self-revenge:
c-acp cs dt n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb pns31 vvi pno31 vvi j? vvn np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd n2 r-crq vmb vbi av j p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
271
Page 68
1993
First, you must put away those carnal Lusts:
First, you must put away those carnal Lustiest:
ord, pn22 vmb vvi av d j n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
271
Page 68
1994
and in the next place you must put away those carnal reasons, which incline you to revenge.
and in the next place you must put away those carnal Reasons, which incline you to revenge.
cc p-acp dt ord n1 pn22 vmb vvi av d j n2, r-crq vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi.
(15) part (DIV2)
271
Page 68
1995
You must put away those carnal lusts, which incline you to revenge: you must subdue and mortifie them to the utmost of your power;
You must put away those carnal Lustiest, which incline you to revenge: you must subdue and mortify them to the utmost of your power;
pn22 vmb vvi av d j n2, r-crq vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi: pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 68
1997
Whereas there is strife among you, (saith the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians) are you not carnal? 1 Cor. 3.3. Is it not very manifest that there is much corruption, much flesh in you? It may be you may think it to be otherwise;Whereas there is strife among you, (Says the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians) Are you not carnal? 1 Cor. 3.3. Is it not very manifest that there is much corruption, much Flesh in you? It may be you may think it to be otherwise;
cs pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn22, (vvz dt n1 np1 p-acp dt np1) vbr pn22 xx j? vvn np1 crd. vbz pn31 xx av j cst pc-acp vbz d n1, d n1 p-acp pn22? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av;
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 68
1998
but mark what the Apostle saith, Jam. 4.1. From whence come wars and fightings among you? whence is it, that it is but a word and a blow? an injury and a revenge? whence is it? why hence it is, will some men say;
but mark what the Apostle Says, Jam. 4.1. From whence come wars and fightings among you? whence is it, that it is but a word and a blow? an injury and a revenge? whence is it? why hence it is, will Some men say;
cc-acp vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp q-crq vvb n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pn22? c-crq vbz pn31, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1? dt n1 cc dt n1? q-crq vbz pn31? uh-crq av pn31 vbz, vmb d n2 vvb;
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 69
1999
I am so troubled and molested, I am so wronged and abused, that I cannot suffer it:
I am so troubled and molested, I am so wronged and abused, that I cannot suffer it:
pns11 vbm av vvn cc vvn, pns11 vbm av vvn cc vvn, cst pns11 vmbx vvi pn31:
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 69
2000
No, no, (saith the Apostle) thou art very much deceived;
No, no, (Says the Apostle) thou art very much deceived;
uh-dx, uh-dx, (vvz dt n1) pns21 vb2r av av-d vvn;
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 69
2001
it is thy pride, self-love, envy, passion, that are the true and real causes why thou canst not hold thy hands:
it is thy pride, Self-love, envy, passion, that Are the true and real Causes why thou Canst not hold thy hands:
pn31 vbz po21 n1, n1, n1, n1, cst vbr dt j cc j n2 c-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 69
2002
from whence come wars and fightings among you? even from your lusts; If there were no wars within, there would be no wars without.from whence come wars and fightings among you? even from your Lustiest; If there were no wars within, there would be no wars without.
p-acp c-crq vvi n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pn22? av p-acp po22 n2; cs pc-acp vbdr dx n2 a-acp, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n2 p-acp.
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 69
2003
If these corruptions and unruly lusts within were throughly mortified and subdued, these outward provocations would never cause such hot contentions as they do.
If these corruptions and unruly Lustiest within were thoroughly mortified and subdued, these outward provocations would never cause such hight contentions as they do.
cs d n2 cc j n2 a-acp vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn, d j n2 vmd av-x vvi d j n2 c-acp pns32 vdb.
(15) part (DIV2)
272
Page 69
2004
You must put away those carnal reasonings that incline you and provoke you to revenge:
You must put away those carnal reasonings that incline you and provoke you to revenge:
pn22 vmb vvi av d j n2-vvg cst vvi pn22 cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi:
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2005
For these, if you will give them entertainment, will set your hearts on fire of hell.
For these, if you will give them entertainment, will Set your hearts on fire of hell.
c-acp d, cs pn22 vmb vvi pno32 n1, vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2006
And therefore you must do as Abraham did, when there was like to be some difference between him and his Nephew Lot: Its probable he was assaulted with such thoughts as these;
And Therefore you must do as Abraham did, when there was like to be Some difference between him and his Nephew Lot: Its probable he was assaulted with such thoughts as these;
cc av pn22 vmb vdi c-acp np1 vdd, c-crq pc-acp vbds j pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 n1: pn31|vbz j pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp d;
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2007
What wilt thou yield and stoop to him? it is his duty to submit to thee;
What wilt thou yield and stoop to him? it is his duty to submit to thee;
q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31? pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21;
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2008
shall Lot thy Nephew have his choice of all the Land, and thou his aged Unkle be content to take the boyes leavings? But Abraham hearkens not to such suggestions.
shall Lot thy Nephew have his choice of all the Land, and thou his aged Uncle be content to take the boys leavings? But Abraham hearkens not to such suggestions.
vmb n1 po21 n1 vhb po31 n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc pns21 po31 j-vvn n1 vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2-vvg? p-acp np1 vvz xx p-acp d n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2009
So Moses, when he was contemned, vilified, and set at nought, no doubt he had his passions in him,
So Moses, when he was contemned, vilified, and Set At nought, no doubt he had his passion in him,
np1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp pix, dx n1 pns31 vhd po31 n2 p-acp pno31,
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2010
though he were a meek man, and they were apt enough to work, and stir,
though he were a meek man, and they were apt enough to work, and stir,
cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1, cc pns32 vbdr j av-d pc-acp vvi, cc vvi,
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2011
and secretly to egg him on to this or the like purpose, What, wilt thou suffer such a gross abuse? shall they go smooth away with such a bold affront,
and secretly to egg him on to this or the like purpose, What, wilt thou suffer such a gross abuse? shall they go smooth away with such a bold affront,
cc av-jn p-acp n1 pno31 a-acp p-acp d cc dt j n1, q-crq, vm2 pns21 vvi d dt j n1? vmb pns32 vvi j av p-acp d dt j n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2012
and base indignity, as this is? No, let them know that they have mis-behaved themselves towards their betters:
and base indignity, as this is? No, let them know that they have misbehaved themselves towards their betters:
cc j n1, c-acp d vbz? uh-dx, vvb pno32 vvi cst pns32 vhb j px32 p-acp po32 n2-j:
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2013
But Moses patiently allays and stils such thoughts as these, and meekly puts up all without distemper.
But Moses patiently allays and stills such thoughts as these, and meekly puts up all without distemper.
cc-acp np1 av-j vvz cc vvz d n2 c-acp d, cc av-j vvz a-acp d p-acp n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2014
I might exemplifie in David, when he was abused by Shimei, who was his Subject, and that in such a base, unworthy, and unsufferable way:
I might exemplify in David, when he was abused by Shimei, who was his Subject, and that in such a base, unworthy, and unsufferable Way:
pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbds po31 j-jn, cc cst p-acp d dt j, j, cc j n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2015
no doubt he had his inward risings, and he had one at hand that was an end to take revenge for him:
no doubt he had his inward risings, and he had one At hand that was an end to take revenge for him:
dx n1 pns31 vhd po31 j n2-vvg, cc pns31 vhd pi p-acp n1 cst vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31:
(15) part (DIV2)
273
Page 69
2019
let us consider that, and think on that which may provoke to love, and not to malice and revenge.
let us Consider that, and think on that which may provoke to love, and not to malice and revenge.
vvb pno12 vvi d, cc vvb p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc xx p-acp n1 cc n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
274
Page 69
2020
Is it so, that all mankind is under the authority, &c. Then surely we have all great reason to comply with him,
Is it so, that all mankind is under the Authority, etc. Then surely we have all great reason to comply with him,
vbz pn31 av, cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, av av av-j pns12 vhb d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31,
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2021
and to endeavour what we can to please him to the utmost of our power.
and to endeavour what we can to please him to the utmost of our power.
cc pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2022
You know it is the fashion of the world, to do what they are able to keep in with those who are in place,
You know it is the fashion of the world, to do what they Are able to keep in with those who Are in place,
pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2023
and under whose authority and power they are:
and under whose Authority and power they Are:
cc p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vbr:
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2024
How will they bend, and stoop, and yield, and bring themselves to any thing almost to please such men!
How will they bend, and stoop, and yield, and bring themselves to any thing almost to please such men!
q-crq vmb pns32 vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi px32 p-acp d n1 av pc-acp vvi d n2!
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2025
beloved, we are all under the power of Jesus Christ, under his Legislative power, and under his judiciary power:
Beloved, we Are all under the power of jesus christ, under his Legislative power, and under his judiciary power:
vvn, pns12 vbr d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1, cc p-acp po31 j n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2026
He gives us Law now, & he will pass sentence on us according to his Law hereafter,
He gives us Law now, & he will pass sentence on us according to his Law hereafter,
pns31 vvz pno12 n1 av, cc pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp po31 n1 av,
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2027
if we be disobedient and rebellious;
if we be disobedient and rebellious;
cs pns12 vbb j cc j;
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2028
and therefore we have reason to keep in with him, to kiss the Son, to do him homage, lest he be angry, and we perish.
and Therefore we have reason to keep in with him, to kiss the Son, to do him homage, lest he be angry, and we perish.
cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, cs pns31 vbb j, cc pns12 vvb.
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2029
We labour, (saith the Apostle) that whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. We labour, (Says the Apostle) that whither present or absent, we may be accepted of him.
pns12 vvb, (vvz dt n1) d cs j cc j, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31.
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 69
2030
And why so? For we must all appear before the judgement-seat of Christ, as it is added in the next words, 2 Corinth. 5.10.
And why so? For we must all appear before the judgement-seat of christ, as it is added in the next words, 2 Corinth. 5.10.
cc c-crq av? c-acp pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2, crd np1. crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
275
Page 70
2031
The time is coming when he is to sit upon us, and to judge us, and to dispose of us for ever, either in heaven, or in hell;
The time is coming when he is to fit upon us, and to judge us, and to dispose of us for ever, either in heaven, or in hell;
dt n1 vbz vvg c-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pno12 p-acp av, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
276
Page 70
2032
and therefore it concerns us infinitely to please him in the mean time, that he may be propitious to us when that time comes.
and Therefore it concerns us infinitely to please him in the mean time, that he may be propitious to us when that time comes.
cc av pn31 vvz pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 c-crq cst n1 vvz.
(15) part (DIV2)
276
Page 70
2033
We pitty such a malefactor, who being shortly to be tried before an earthly Judge, upon a point of life or death, doth rather take a course to anger and provoke him, then appease him;
We pity such a Malefactor, who being shortly to be tried before an earthly Judge, upon a point of life or death, does rather take a course to anger and provoke him, then appease him;
pns12 vvb d dt n1, r-crq vbg av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vdz av-c vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, av vvb pno31;
(15) part (DIV2)
276
Page 70
2034
and yet so desperately foolish are a multitude of men, who strive not to approve themselves to Christ,
and yet so desperately foolish Are a multitude of men, who strive not to approve themselves to christ,
cc av av av-j j vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb xx pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp np1,
(15) part (DIV2)
276
Page 70
2035
nor to be accepted of him, before whose judgment-seat they must appear to be acquitted or condemned:
nor to be accepted of him, before whose judgment seat they must appear to be acquitted or condemned:
ccx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn:
(15) part (DIV2)
276
Page 70
2036
And so according to his doom, to live or die, and that for ever.
And so according to his doom, to live or die, and that for ever.
cc av vvg p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc cst p-acp av.
(15) part (DIV2)
276
Page 70
2037
Oh but think upon that last and dreadful day, remember at whose mercy you must stand,
O but think upon that last and dreadful day, Remember At whose mercy you must stand,
uh p-acp vvi p-acp d ord cc j n1, vvb p-acp rg-crq n1 pn22 vmb vvi,
(15) part (DIV2)
277
Page 70
2038
and so endeavour to demean your selves, that whether you be present in the body,
and so endeavour to demean your selves, that whither you be present in the body,
cc av vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2, cst cs pn22 vbb j p-acp dt n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
277
Page 70
2039
or whether you be absent from the body, that both in life, and death, and judgement, you may be accepted of him.
or whither you be absent from the body, that both in life, and death, and judgement, you may be accepted of him.
cc cs pn22 vbb j p-acp dt n1, cst d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31.
(15) part (DIV2)
277
Page 70
2040
Is it so that all mankind is under the Judiciary power of Christ? that he hath power to pass the sentence,
Is it so that all mankind is under the Judiciary power of christ? that he hath power to pass the sentence,
vbz pn31 av cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1? cst pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
278
Page 70
3561
Out of Christ vve can never make them perfect and accomplished to salvation;
Out of christ we can never make them perfect and accomplished to salvation;
av pp-f np1 pns12 vmb av-x vvi pno32 j cc vvn p-acp n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
2042
and for incomparable comfort to the godly; a word or two to each of these, &c.
and for incomparable Comfort to the godly; a word or two to each of these, etc.
cc p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j; dt n1 cc crd p-acp d pp-f d, av
(15) part (DIV2)
278
Page 70
2043
How can the thought of this but strike amazement and astonishment to the hearts of wicked men!
How can the Thought of this but strike amazement and astonishment to the hearts of wicked men!
q-crq vmb dt n1 pp-f d p-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2!
(15) part (DIV2)
279
Page 70
2044
What mercy can they look for at his hands whom have they peirced through, whose grace they despised, whose Law and Gospel they have disobeyed, whose Spirit they have grieved,
What mercy can they look for At his hands whom have they pierced through, whose grace they despised, whose Law and Gospel they have disobeyed, whose Spirit they have grieved,
q-crq n1 vmb pns32 vvi p-acp p-acp po31 n2 r-crq vhb pns32 vvn p-acp, rg-crq n1 pns32 vvd, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vhb vvn, rg-crq n1 pns32 vhb vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
279
Page 70
2045
and despighted, whose blood they have trodd upon? Oh what a fearful thing it is that they should be in the power of Jesus Christ, that he and none but he should judge them.
and despited, whose blood they have trod upon? O what a fearful thing it is that they should be in the power of jesus christ, that he and none but he should judge them.
cc vvn, rg-crq n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp? uh r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz d pns32 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst pns31 cc pi cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi pno32.
(15) part (DIV2)
279
Page 70
2046
Did John fall down at the presence of an angel? did Faelix tremble before Paul, when he did but discourse of Judgement? Did the Officers and Souldiers of the Jews fall backwards at the voyce of Christ? and that while he was in a state,
Did John fallen down At the presence of an angel? did Felix tremble before Paul, when he did but discourse of Judgement? Did the Officers and Soldiers of the jews fallen backwards At the voice of christ? and that while he was in a state,
vdd np1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vdd np1 vvb p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vdd p-acp n1 pp-f n1? vdd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt np2 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? cc cst cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
279
Page 70
2047
and condition of abasure? What will ungodly wretches do, when he shall come in Majesty and glory, to pass sentence on them? when he shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels, &c. what can they look for in that day, but eternal condemnation?
and condition of abasure? What will ungodly wretches do, when he shall come in Majesty and glory, to pass sentence on them? when he shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels, etc. what can they look for in that day, but Eternal condemnation?
cc n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vmb j n2 vdb, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32? c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, av q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, cc-acp j n1?
(15) part (DIV2)
279
Page 70
2048
And how can this but infinitely cheer the Saints to think, that they are in the power of Jesus Christ, who is their Brother, their Mediator, their Redeemer;
And how can this but infinitely cheer the Saints to think, that they Are in the power of jesus christ, who is their Brother, their Mediator, their Redeemer;
cc c-crq vmb d p-acp av-j vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vbz po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2049
that he who shed his blood for them, and none but he, shall judge them too!
that he who shed his blood for them, and none but he, shall judge them too!
cst pns31 r-crq vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc pix cc-acp pns31, vmb vvi pno32 av!
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2050
How will they lift up their heads to see him comming with the clouds to judge the world? Oh how will they be ravished to behold their Saviour whom they have loved so dearly all their lives,
How will they lift up their Heads to see him coming with the Clouds to judge the world? O how will they be ravished to behold their Saviour whom they have loved so dearly all their lives,
q-crq vmb pns32 vvi a-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1? uh q-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn av av-jn d po32 n2,
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2051
but never had the happiness to see till now, for whose appearance they have longed, thirsted, prayed, waited, &c. How will they melt upon him, think you,
but never had the happiness to see till now, for whose appearance they have longed, thirsted, prayed, waited, etc. How will they melt upon him, think you,
cc-acp av-x vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp av, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns32 vhb vvn, vvd, vvd, vvd, av q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31, vvb pn22,
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2052
when they see him? This is he that died for me, that shed his blood for me, they would look through him if they could:
when they see him? This is he that died for me, that shed his blood for me, they would look through him if they could:
c-crq pns32 vvb pno31? d vbz pns31 cst vvd p-acp pno11, cst vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno11, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 cs pns32 vmd:
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2053
and how can they expect but that he that died for them, should absolve them,
and how can they expect but that he that died for them, should absolve them,
cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi cc-acp cst pns31 cst vvd p-acp pno32, vmd vvi pno32,
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2054
and acquit them? Assuredly my brethren, he that hath power over all flesh, will never hate and destroy his own flesh, nor condemn his own members.
and acquit them? Assuredly my brothers, he that hath power over all Flesh, will never hate and destroy his own Flesh, nor condemn his own members.
cc vvi pno32? av-vvn po11 n2, pns31 cst vhz n1 p-acp d n1, vmb av-x vvi cc vvi po31 d n1, ccx vvi po31 d n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2055
No it is well for them that this power is in Christs hands:
No it is well for them that this power is in Christ hands:
uh-dx pn31 vbz av p-acp pno32 cst d n1 vbz p-acp npg1 n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 70
2056
for now they may be confident that he will save them, that he will give eternal life to them.
for now they may be confident that he will save them, that he will give Eternal life to them.
c-acp av pns32 vmb vbi j cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pno32.
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 71
2057
And thus far of the first particular considered in the words, the thing it self with which our Saviour is invested and endued,
And thus Far of the First particular considered in the words, the thing it self with which our Saviour is invested and endued,
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord j vvn p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 71
2058
and this you see, is power over all flesh.
and this you see, is power over all Flesh.
cc d pn22 vvb, vbz n1 p-acp d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
280
Page 71
2168
That other End had freely been accomplished and attained if Christ had never been incarnate;
That other End had freely been accomplished and attained if christ had never been incarnate;
cst n-jn vvb vhn av-j vbn vvn cc vvn cs np1 vhd av-x vbn j;
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2059
The second follows now in order to be handled, The means by which he comes to be invested with it, viz by free donation from his Father.
The second follows now in order to be handled, The means by which he comes to be invested with it, videlicet by free donation from his Father.
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, av p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
281
Page 71
2060
He hath this power, because his Father gave it him; As thou hast given him power over all flesh NONLATINALPHABET, as thou hast given.
He hath this power, Because his Father gave it him; As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, as thou hast given.
pns31 vhz d n1, c-acp po31 n1 vvd pn31 pno31; c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
281
Page 71
2061
He saith not, As thy Son hath taken power over all flesh, as he hath entred on it, and assumed it to himself;
He Says not, As thy Son hath taken power over all Flesh, as he hath entered on it, and assumed it to himself;
pns31 vvz xx, c-acp po21 n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn pn31 pc-acp px31;
(15) part (DIV2)
281
Page 71
2062
But as thou hast invested and endued him with it.
But as thou hast invested and endued him with it.
cc-acp c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn cc vvn pno31 p-acp pn31.
(15) part (DIV2)
281
Page 71
2063
By which he shews apparently, that he comes to it by his fathers act, and by his Fathers guift,
By which he shows apparently, that he comes to it by his Father's act, and by his Father's gift,
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av-j, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc p-acp po31 ng1 n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
281
Page 71
2064
and not by his own intrusion, as thou hast given him power over all flesh. So that hence I might observe,
and not by his own intrusion, as thou hast given him power over all Flesh. So that hence I might observe,
cc xx p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1. av cst av pns11 vmd vvi,
(15) part (DIV2)
281
Page 71
2065
That Jesus Christ did not intrude himself on the authority with which he is invested over all flesh, That jesus christ did not intrude himself on the Authority with which he is invested over all Flesh,
cst np1 np1 vdd xx vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
283
Page 71
2066
but was admitted to it freely by his Father. but was admitted to it freely by his Father.
cc-acp vbds vvn p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
283
Page 71
2067
He did not take this honour to himself, as the expression is, though in another case, Heb. 5.4. but it was put upon him. See Psal. 2.6. Note 3. But this I do but point at in my passage by.
He did not take this honour to himself, as the expression is, though in Another case, Hebrew 5.4. but it was put upon him. See Psalm 2.6. Note 3. But this I do but point At in my passage by.
pns31 vdd xx vvi d n1 p-acp px31, c-acp dt n1 vbz, cs p-acp j-jn n1, np1 crd. cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31. n1 np1 crd. n1 crd p-acp d pns11 vdb cc-acp n1 p-acp p-acp po11 n1 p-acp.
(15) part (DIV2)
284
Page 71
2068
Proceed we to the third and last Particular considered in the words, viz. the end for which he is invested with this vast authority.
Proceed we to the third and last Particular considered in the words, viz. the end for which he is invested with this vast Authority.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord cc ord j-jn vvn p-acp dt n2, n1 dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d j n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
285
Page 71
2069
That he may give eternal life to as many as God hath given him. So that you see, (my Brethren) here is giving upon all hands:That he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him. So that you see, (my Brothers) Here is giving upon all hands:
cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31. av cst pn22 vvb, (po11 n2) av vbz vvg p-acp d n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
285
Page 71
2070
The Father gives the Son, that the Son may give to others: The Father gives to him power, that he may give to others life.
The Father gives the Son, that the Son may give to Others: The Father gives to him power, that he may give to Others life.
dt n1 vvz dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn: dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp ng2-jn n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
286
Page 71
2071
First, Let us look upon this end in general, before we take it into parts.
First, Let us look upon this end in general, before we take it into parts.
ord, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
287
Page 71
2072
And here let us consider, whether this be the only end for which the Father gives the Son power;
And Here let us Consider, whither this be the only end for which the Father gives the Son power;
cc av vvb pno12 vvi, cs d vbb dt j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
287
Page 71
2073
whether he have no other aim in putting this authority upon him over all flesh; but only that he may bestow eternal life upon his own people;
whither he have no other aim in putting this Authority upon him over all Flesh; but only that he may bestow Eternal life upon his own people;
cs pns31 vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1; cc-acp av-j cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po31 d n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
287
Page 71
2074
what need he have so large authority for this end? Authority over all flesh, that he may give eternal life to some flesh, to the least part of flesh, to as many as God hath given him, who are comparatively but a small number.
what need he have so large Authority for this end? authority over all Flesh, that he may give Eternal life to Some Flesh, to the least part of Flesh, to as many as God hath given him, who Are comparatively but a small number.
r-crq n1 pns31 vhb av j n1 p-acp d n1? n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, r-crq vbr av-j p-acp dt j n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
287
Page 71
2075
What use hath this authority in reference to other flesh, to whom he doth not give eternal life,
What use hath this Authority in Referente to other Flesh, to whom he does not give Eternal life,
q-crq n1 vhz d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi j n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
287
Page 71
2076
if this be all the end of it?
if this be all the end of it?
cs d vbb d dt n1 pp-f pn31?
(15) part (DIV2)
287
Page 71
2077
For clearing of this, (my Brethren) you must know that this is not the only end,
For clearing of this, (my Brothers) you must know that this is not the only end,
p-acp vvg pp-f d, (po11 n2) pn22 vmb vvi cst d vbz xx dt j n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2078
but it is the chief end;
but it is the chief end;
cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2079
for it is very manifest in Scripture, that the authority of Jesus Christ, as it extends to all flesh,
for it is very manifest in Scripture, that the Authority of jesus christ, as it extends to all Flesh,
c-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2081
It is bestowed upon him by his Father, as well that he may give eternal death to some, as eternal life to others.
It is bestowed upon him by his Father, as well that he may give Eternal death to Some, as Eternal life to Others.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp d, c-acp j n1 p-acp n2-jn.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2082
And so accordingly he executes this power, and this authority of his, as well in passing sentence of condemnation upon unbelievers, as of salvation upon believers.
And so accordingly he executes this power, and this Authority of his, as well in passing sentence of condemnation upon unbelievers, as of salvation upon believers.
cc av av-vvg pns31 vvz d n1, cc d n1 pp-f png31, c-acp av p-acp j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, c-acp pp-f n1 p-acp n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2083
In judging some (and that the most of men) to death, as well as other some to life.
In judging Some (and that the most of men) to death, as well as other Some to life.
p-acp vvg d (cc cst dt ds pp-f n2) p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp j-jn d p-acp n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2084
The Father (saith our Saviour) hath committed all judgment to the Son: judgement as well of condemnation, as of absolution.The Father (Says our Saviour) hath committed all judgement to the Son: judgement as well of condemnation, as of absolution.
dt n1 (vvz po12 n1) vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1: n1 c-acp av pp-f n1, c-acp pp-f n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2085
So that the giving of eternal life to as many as God hath given him, is not the only end of the authority of Iesus Christ:
So that the giving of Eternal life to as many as God hath given him, is not the only end of the Authority of Iesus christ:
av cst dt vvg pp-f j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1:
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2086
but it is the main end, the prime end, the chief end. This end is principally in the eye of God, and Christ;
but it is the main end, the prime end, the chief end. This end is principally in the eye of God, and christ;
cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt j-jn n1, dt j-jn n1. d n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1;
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2087
the other end is not considerable in regard of this. And therefore that is not so much as hinted at, you see;
the other end is not considerable in regard of this. And Therefore that is not so much as hinted At, you see;
dt j-jn n1 vbz xx j p-acp n1 pp-f d. cc av cst vbz xx av av-d c-acp vvn p-acp, pn22 vvb;
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 71
2088
but this is clearly and expresly mentioned.
but this is clearly and expressly mentioned.
cc-acp d vbz av-j cc av-j vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 72
2089
As who should say, This was the end indeed, for which his Father gave him power over all flesh;
As who should say, This was the end indeed, for which his Father gave him power over all Flesh;
p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbds dt n1 av, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp d n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 72
2090
this was the thing he chiefly aimed at, that he might give eternal life to as many as God had given him.
this was the thing he chiefly aimed At, that he might give Eternal life to as many as God had given him.
d vbds dt n1 pns31 av-jn vvd p-acp, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhd vvn pno31.
(15) part (DIV2)
288
Page 72
2091
So that the Point to be observed, is this.
So that the Point to be observed, is this.
av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz d.
(15) part (DIV2)
289
Page 72
2092
DOCTRINE. That the authority of Jesus Christ, with which he is invested over all flesh, is chiefly for the benefit and the salvation of his own People.DOCTRINE. That the Authority of jesus christ, with which he is invested over all Flesh, is chiefly for the benefit and the salvation of his own People.
n1. cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, vbz av-jn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
289
Page 72
2093
It hath another end indeed, but this is the great end;
It hath Another end indeed, but this is the great end;
pn31 vhz j-jn n1 av, cc-acp d vbz dt j n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2094
he hath it not so much for the hurt of wicked men and unbelievers, as for the good of his Members.
he hath it not so much for the hurt of wicked men and unbelievers, as for the good of his Members.
pns31 vhz pn31 xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2095
Not so much to destroy them, as to save these. And hence his Father who gave him this authority, gave him such a name withall,
Not so much to destroy them, as to save these. And hence his Father who gave him this Authority, gave him such a name withal,
xx av av-d pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp pc-acp vvi d. cc av po31 n1 r-crq vvd pno31 d n1, vvd pno31 d dt n1 av,
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2096
as shews us why he took upon him this authority as man:
as shows us why he took upon him this Authority as man:
c-acp vvz pno12 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 d n1 p-acp n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2097
why he became a Priest, a Prophet and a King, as you may see, Mat. 1.21.
why he became a Priest, a Prophet and a King, as you may see, Mathew 1.21.
c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2098
Saith the Angel there to Joseph, speaking of the Virgin Mary, She shall bring forth a Son,
Says the Angel there to Joseph, speaking of the Virgae Marry, She shall bring forth a Son,
vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp np1, vvg pp-f dt n1 uh, pns31 vmb vvi av dt n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2099
and thou shalt call his name Jesus: and thou shalt call his name jesus:
cc pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n1 np1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2100
And why so? to shew the end for which he came into the world, for he shall save his people from their sins.
And why so? to show the end for which he Come into the world, for he shall save his people from their Sins.
cc q-crq av? pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2101
Not so much to destroy ungodly men, as to save his own people:
Not so much to destroy ungodly men, as to save his own people:
xx av av-d pc-acp vvi j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 d n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2102
In which respect his Father would not have him called NONLATINALPHABET a Destroyer (the name imposed upon the King of Locusts mentioned Apoc. 9.11. though he be so to many men, yea to the greatest part of men, whom he will punish with everlasting destruction; But Jesus, a Saviour:
In which respect his Father would not have him called a Destroyer (the name imposed upon the King of Locusts mentioned Apocalypse 9.11. though he be so to many men, yea to the greatest part of men, whom he will Punish with everlasting destruction; But jesus, a Saviour:
p-acp r-crq n1 po31 n1 vmd xx vhi pno31 vvn dt n1 (dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn np1 crd. cs pns31 vbb av p-acp d n2, uh p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n2, ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j n1; cc-acp np1, dt n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2103
its true indeed that Christ is set (as that is the Expression, Luke 2.34.) that he is appointed by his Father for the fall and rising again of many in Israel:
its true indeed that christ is Set (as that is the Expression, Lycia 2.34.) that he is appointed by his Father for the fallen and rising again of many in Israel:
pn31|vbz j av cst np1 vbz vvn (c-acp d vbz dt n1, av crd.) cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg av pp-f d p-acp np1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2104
as for the rising of believers, so for the fall of unbelievers.
as for the rising of believers, so for the fallen of unbelievers.
a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2105
But this is but by accident, and besides the main intention either of God in sending, or of Christ in coming.
But this is but by accident, and beside the main intention either of God in sending, or of christ in coming.
p-acp d vbz cc-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 av-d pp-f np1 p-acp vvg, cc pp-f np1 p-acp vvg.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2106
He doth not cause the fall of such as perish directly, as he doth the raising of such as are saved by him.
He does not cause the fallen of such as perish directly, as he does the raising of such as Are saved by him.
pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vvi av-j, c-acp pns31 vdz dt n-vvg pp-f d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2107
And this is not obscurely mentioned in that place which is parallel to this, Isa. 8.14. He shall be for a Sanctuary, (saith the Prophet there) that is the main end which he serveth for, to be a place of refuge to his people:
And this is not obscurely mentioned in that place which is parallel to this, Isaiah 8.14. He shall be for a Sanctuary, (Says the Prophet there) that is the main end which he serves for, to be a place of refuge to his people:
cc d vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz n1 p-acp d, np1 crd. pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, (vvz dt n1 a-acp) d vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2108
and therefore that which follows is added with a But, as coming in upon the by, besides his purpose.
and Therefore that which follows is added with a But, as coming in upon the by, beside his purpose.
cc av cst r-crq vvz vbz vvn p-acp dt cc-acp, c-acp vvg p-acp p-acp dt a-acp, p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2109
He shall be for a Sanctuary, but for a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence to the house of Israel:He shall be for a Sanctuary, but for a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence to the house of Israel:
pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2110
and many among them shall stumble, and fall, and be broken. and many among them shall Stumble, and fallen, and be broken.
cc d p-acp pno32 vmb vvi, cc vvi, cc vbi vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2111
Though he be in himself a Sanctuary, yet this shall be the issue and event to some men:
Though he be in himself a Sanctuary, yet this shall be the issue and event to Some men:
cs pns31 vbb p-acp px31 dt n1, av d vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2112
Indeed he came into the world to save sinners, (as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 1.15.) not to destroy Sinners.
Indeed he Come into the world to save Sinners, (as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 1.15.) not to destroy Sinners.
av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.) xx pc-acp vvi n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2113
Its true that Sinners are destroyed by him, but this was not the end of his coming.
Its true that Sinners Are destroyed by him, but this was not the end of his coming.
po31 j cst n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp d vbds xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2114
God did not send his Son into the world, (saith the Evangelist) Ioh. 3.17. to condemn the world, but that the world by him might be saved. God did not send his Son into the world, (Says the Evangelist) John 3.17. to condemn the world, but that the world by him might be saved.
np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (vvz dt np1) np1 crd. pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
290
Page 72
2115
And so our Saviour (Christ himself professeth, John 12.47. I came not to judge the world, but to save the world.
And so our Saviour (christ himself Professes, John 12.47. I Come not to judge the world, but to save the world.
cc av po12 n1 (np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd. pns11 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 72
2116
And therefore if you look upon his story, you shall find that he was frequently employed in works of mercy, of helping,
And Therefore if you look upon his story, you shall find that he was frequently employed in works of mercy, of helping,
cc av cs pn22 vvb p-acp po31 n1, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pp-f vvg,
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 72
2117
and of saving people every way;
and of Saving people every Way;
cc pp-f vvg n1 d n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 72
2118
but when his hot Disciples would have the Samaritans destroyed by fire from heaven, you know he would not hear of it.
but when his hight Disciples would have the Samaritans destroyed by fire from heaven, you know he would not hear of it.
cc-acp c-crq po31 j n2 vmd vhi dt njp2 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pn22 vvb pns31 vmd xx vvi pp-f pn31.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2119
You shall observe that he absolved and acquitted many in the dayes of his flesh, Be of good cheer, your sins are forgiven you.
You shall observe that he absolved and acquitted many in the days of his Flesh, Be of good cheer, your Sins Are forgiven you.
pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvn cc vvn d p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbb pp-f j n1, po22 n2 vbr vvn pn22.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2120
But whom did he condemn, or whose sins did he bind upon him? No not the woman that was taken in adultery,
But whom did he condemn, or whose Sins did he bind upon him? No not the woman that was taken in adultery,
cc-acp r-crq vdd pns31 vvi, cc rg-crq n2 vdd pns31 vvi p-acp pno31? uh-dx xx dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2121
yea in the very act, to shew how much this was besides his purpose.
yea in the very act, to show how much this was beside his purpose.
uh p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq d d vbds p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2144
If he rebuke the great ones of the world, it is for them, (as you may see, Psal. 105.10. He suffered no man to do them wrong, but reproved Kings for their sakes:
If he rebuke the great ones of the world, it is for them, (as you may see, Psalm 105.10. He suffered no man to do them wrong, but reproved Kings for their sakes:
cs pns31 vvb dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns31 vvd dx n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 n-jn, cc-acp vvd n2 p-acp po32 n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2227
and whosesoever sins, ye retain, they are retained. and whosesoever Sins, you retain, they Are retained.
cc av n2, pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2122
And therefore when he delegated his Authority to his Apostles, you may see the drift of it, Mat. 28.19, 20. It was to bring in his Elect to him, that they might be saved by him, having told them that all power was given to him both in heaven and in Earth.
And Therefore when he delegated his authority to his Apostles, you may see the drift of it, Mathew 28.19, 20. It was to bring in his Elect to him, that they might be saved by him, having told them that all power was given to him both in heaven and in Earth.
cc av c-crq pns31 j-vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd, crd pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vhg vvn pno32 cst d n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2123
Immediately by vertue of that power, he gives them their Commission, that they should go preach the Gospel,
Immediately by virtue of that power, he gives them their Commission, that they should go preach the Gospel,
av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz pno32 po32 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi vvi dt n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2124
and convert men to the faith, and baptize them in his name. He doth not say to them, as God doth to the Prophet, Ier. 1.10.
and convert men to the faith, and baptise them in his name. He does not say to them, as God does to the Prophet, Jeremiah 1.10.
cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1. pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vdz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2125
I have set you over the Nations, and over the Kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy: I have Set you over the nations, and over the Kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy:
pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi av, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi:
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2126
but I have sent you to the Nations, to teach them, and to save them, Go teach all Nations, baptizing them.
but I have sent you to the nations, to teach them, and to save them, Go teach all nations, baptizing them.
cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32, vvb vvi d n2, vvg pno32.
(15) part (DIV2)
291
Page 73
2127
So that the point you see is fully proved.
So that the point you see is Fully proved.
av cst dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz av-j vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
292
Page 73
2128
That the authority of Jesus Christ with which he is invested over all flesh, is chiefly for the benefit and the salvation of his own people. That the Authority of jesus christ with which he is invested over all Flesh, is chiefly for the benefit and the salvation of his own people.
cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, vbz av-jn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
293
Page 73
2129
And it must needs be so, as I shall make it evidently and demonstratively to appear to you; For,
And it must needs be so, as I shall make it evidently and demonstratively to appear to you; For,
cc pn31 vmb av vbi av, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; c-acp,
(15) part (DIV2)
294
Page 73
2130
First, His very Mediatorship is chiefly for the benefit and salvation of his people, and therefore the authority which he enjoys,
First, His very Mediatorship is chiefly for the benefit and salvation of his people, and Therefore the Authority which he enjoys,
ord, po31 j n1 vbz av-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz,
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2131
and which he is invested with as man and Mediator, must needs be for the same End:
and which he is invested with as man and Mediator, must needs be for the same End:
cc r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, vmb av vbi p-acp dt d vvb:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2132
why was the Son of God incarnate, why was he made the Mediator? not for the hurt of wicked men,
why was the Son of God incarnate, why was he made the Mediator? not for the hurt of wicked men,
q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 j, q-crq vbds pns31 vvn dt n1? xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2,
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2133
but for the good of his chosen; Not to bring them out, or to keep them out, but to bring these in:
but for the good of his chosen; Not to bring them out, or to keep them out, but to bring these in:
cc-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po31 vvn; xx pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2134
not to make enmity, or war for them, but to make amity and peace for these.
not to make enmity, or war for them, but to make amity and peace for these.
xx pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2135
And consequently his authority must have the same aim.
And consequently his Authority must have the same aim.
cc av-j po31 n1 vmb vhi dt d n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2136
He took our nature on him, he took upon him to be the Mediator between God and man:
He took our nature on him, he took upon him to be the Mediator between God and man:
pns31 vvd po12 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2137
and so accordingly assumed the Oeconomical, and the dispensatory Kingdom too, and the authority whereof we speak,
and so accordingly assumed the Economical, and the dispensatory Kingdom too, and the Authority whereof we speak,
cc av av-vvg vvn dt j, cc dt j n1 av, cc dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb,
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2138
for the sake of his people.
for the sake of his people.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2139
He had not been a Mediator, he had not been a King as man, but for his people.
He had not been a Mediator, he had not been a King as man, but for his people.
pns31 vhd xx vbn dt n1, pns31 vhd xx vbn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2140
They are the end of his Kingdom and of his power;
They Are the end of his Kingdom and of his power;
pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc pp-f po31 n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2141
and hence the Execution of it is carried wholly and throughout with relation to the Saints All the authority he exercises is for them,
and hence the Execution of it is carried wholly and throughout with Relation to the Saints All the Authority he exercises is for them,
cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn av-jn cc p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 d dt n1 pns31 n2 vbz p-acp pno32,
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2142
and all the judgements that he executeth are for them.
and all the Judgments that he Executeth Are for them.
cc d dt n2 cst pns31 vvz vbr p-acp pno32.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2143
That which he doth as King, and as a Iudge, against the world, is for them:
That which he does as King, and as a Judge, against the world, is for them:
d r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp pno32:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2167
but that his own might have Eternal Life, which they could not have had without Christ.
but that his own might have Eternal Life, which they could not have had without christ.
cc-acp cst po31 d vmd vhi j n1, r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vhn p-acp np1.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2145
and therefore he is called the King of Saints, Apoc 15.3. True, he is King of all the world, his power is over all flesh, but this Authority of his relates especially to his people.
and Therefore he is called the King of Saints, Apocalypse 15.3. True, he is King of all the world, his power is over all Flesh, but this authority of his relates especially to his people.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, fw-la crd. j, pns31 vbz n1 pp-f d dt n1, po31 n1 vbz p-acp d n1, cc-acp d n1 pp-f png31 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2146
He is peculiarly the King of Saints:
He is peculiarly the King of Saints:
pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2147
yea when he walks in ways of wrath, and judgement, and revenge towards his Churches Enemies, he doth this as the King of Saints, with relation to the Saints.
yea when he walks in ways of wrath, and judgement, and revenge towards his Churches Enemies, he does this as the King of Saints, with Relation to the Saints.
uh c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n2, pns31 vdz d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2148
And hence those Sin•ers in the fore-alledged Text behold him in that act of pouring out the vials of his wrath upon the Beast, they look upon him as the King of Saints:
And hence those Sin•ers in the fore-alleged Text behold him in that act of pouring out the vials of his wrath upon the Beast, they look upon him as the King of Saints:
cc av d n2 p-acp dt j n1 vvb pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2149
And therefore they applaud him by no other name, but this, they pick and cull out this to magnifie him by.
And Therefore they applaud him by no other name, but this, they pick and cull out this to magnify him by.
cc av pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp dx j-jn n1, cc-acp d, pns32 vvb cc vvi av d pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 73
2150
They might have said, Just and true are thy wayes, O Lord Iesus, O Lord Christ, O Emmanuel, or the like.
They might have said, Just and true Are thy ways, Oh Lord Iesus, Oh Lord christ, Oh Emmanuel, or the like.
pns32 vmd vhi vvn, j cc j vbr po21 n2, uh n1 np1, uh n1 np1, uh np1, cc dt j.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2151
But they make choice of this Expression, just and true are thy wayes, O thou King of Saints.
But they make choice of this Expression, just and true Are thy ways, Oh thou King of Saints.
p-acp pns32 vvb n1 pp-f d n1, j cc j vbr po21 n2, uh pns21 n1 pp-f n2.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2152
To intimate that he did execute those judgments upon Antichrist, and his Adherents, not as King of the world so much,
To intimate that he did execute those Judgments upon Antichrist, and his Adherents, not as King of the world so much,
pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vdd vvi d n2 p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 av av-d,
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2153
but as the King of his people; and for the better government, the greater ease, and peace, and quiet of his people.
but as the King of his people; and for the better government, the greater ease, and peace, and quiet of his people.
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc p-acp dt jc n1, dt jc n1, cc n1, cc j-jn pp-f po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2154
His aim was not so much at the destruction of his Enemies, as at the relaxation of his Church.
His aim was not so much At the destruction of his Enemies, as At the relaxation of his Church.
po31 n1 vbds xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2155
He did it not so much out of hatred to the wicked, as out of love to his people.
He did it not so much out of hatred to the wicked, as out of love to his people.
pns31 vdd pn31 xx av av-d av pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, c-acp av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2156
I deerly love my Saints, whose King I am;
I dearly love my Saints, whose King I am;
pns11 av-jn vvb po11 n2, rg-crq n1 pns11 vbm;
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2157
and they are not to be preserved in tranquillity, and peace, they will be always vexed,
and they Are not to be preserved in tranquillity, and peace, they will be always vexed,
cc pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, pns32 vmb vbi av vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2158
and troubled, and diisturbed, unless I take this rigid course with such incorrigible wretches as these are.
and troubled, and diisturbed, unless I take this rigid course with such incorrigible wretches as these Are.
cc vvn, cc vvn, cs pns11 vvb d j n1 p-acp d j n2 c-acp d vbr.
(15) part (DIV2)
295
Page 74
2159
The authority of Iesus Christ, with, &c. must needs be chiefly for the salvation of his own people,
The Authority of Iesus christ, with, etc. must needs be chiefly for the salvation of his own people,
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp, av vmb av vbi av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2160
and not so much for the destruction of the wicked, because the wicked might have been destroyed,
and not so much for the destruction of the wicked, Because the wicked might have been destroyed,
cc xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, c-acp dt j vmd vhi vbn vvn,
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2161
though he had never been invested with this authority as man, but his own people could not have been saved.
though he had never been invested with this Authority as man, but his own people could not have been saved.
cs pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp po31 d n1 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2162
The reprobate would certainly have gone to hell, though all mankind had not been under the authority of Christ as Man and Mediator,
The Reprobate would Certainly have gone to hell, though all mankind had not been under the Authority of christ as Man and Mediator,
dt n-jn vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp n1, cs d n1 vhd xx vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2163
but under the authority of God only. But the Elect and chosen had not gone to heaven.
but under the Authority of God only. But the Elect and chosen had not gone to heaven.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j. p-acp dt n1 cc vvn vhd xx vvn p-acp n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2164
It could not have been so, but I make the supposition, if it had been so:
It could not have been so, but I make the supposition, if it had been so:
pn31 vmd xx vhi vbn av, cc-acp pns11 vvb dt n1, cs pn31 vhd vbn av:
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2165
So that his Father need not to have given him this power, that wicked wretches might be punished with Eternal death;
So that his Father need not to have given him this power, that wicked wretches might be punished with Eternal death;
av cst po31 n1 vvb xx pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 d n1, cst j n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2166
that would have been done of course:
that would have been done of course:
cst vmd vhi vbn vdn pp-f n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2169
if he had never been invested with this power as man, the wicked had been damned.
if he had never been invested with this power as man, the wicked had been damned.
cs pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, dt j vhd vbn vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2170
But it was absolutely necessary to this end, that the Godly might be saved, that their Head and Mediator should have power to give Eternal life to them.
But it was absolutely necessary to this end, that the Godly might be saved, that their Head and Mediator should have power to give Eternal life to them.
p-acp pn31 vbds av-j j p-acp d n1, cst dt j vmd vbi vvn, cst po32 n1 cc n1 vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pno32.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2171
All the world had been destroyed, they had been plunged in Eternal death, if Christ had not been thus authorized to deliver his, and save his.
All the world had been destroyed, they had been plunged in Eternal death, if christ had not been thus authorized to deliver his, and save his.
av-d dt n1 vhd vbn vvn, pns32 vhd vbn vvn p-acp j n1, cs np1 vhd xx vbn av vvn pc-acp vvi po31, cc vvi po31.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2172
And therefore this authority is put upon him by his Father, that some might have Eternal life;
And Therefore this Authority is put upon him by his Father, that Some might have Eternal life;
cc av d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cst d vmd vhi j n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2173
that he might give eternal life to as many believe in him. that he might give Eternal life to as many believe in him.
cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d vvb p-acp pno31.
(15) part (DIV2)
296
Page 74
2174
The authority of Jesus Christ, &c. must needs be chiefly for the good and the salvation of his own people,
The Authority of jesus christ, etc. must needs be chiefly for the good and the salvation of his own people,
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, av vmb av vbi av-jn p-acp dt j cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2175
and not so much for the destruction of the world, because he is invested with it by his Father, out of love to mankind;
and not so much for the destruction of the world, Because he is invested with it by his Father, out of love to mankind;
cc xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av pp-f n1 p-acp n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2176
and that which is done in Love, must needs be for a good end.
and that which is done in Love, must needs be for a good end.
cc cst r-crq vbz vdn p-acp n1, vmb av vbi p-acp dt j n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2177
God did not send his son into the world, and put such power upon him, out of hatred to it,
God did not send his son into the world, and put such power upon him, out of hatred to it,
np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd d n1 p-acp pno31, av pp-f n1 p-acp pn31,
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2178
but out of pitty and compassion to his own chosen; God so loved the world, that he gave his own son, John 3.16.
but out of pity and compassion to his own chosen; God so loved the world, that he gave his own son, John 3.16.
cc-acp av pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 d vvn; np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 d n1, np1 crd.
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2179
he did it out of much love, and the End is answerable, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish, but have life everlasting;
he did it out of much love, and the End is answerable, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish, but have life everlasting;
pns31 vdd pn31 av pp-f d n1, cc dt vvb vbz j, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb n1 j;
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2180
(as it is added in the next words) This is annexed you see that suits with love:
(as it is added in the next words) This is annexed you see that suits with love:
(c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1) d vbz vvn pn22 vvi cst vvz p-acp n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2181
whereas if he had done it that unbelievers might be ruined and destroyed, if that had been his main intention, it had proceeded from another principle, a principle of wrath and anger.
whereas if he had done it that unbelievers might be ruined and destroyed, if that had been his main intention, it had proceeded from Another principle, a principle of wrath and anger.
cs cs pns31 vhd vdn pn31 d n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, cs d vhd vbn po31 j n1, pn31 vhd vvn p-acp j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2182
But this he disavows in the succeeding verse, God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world,
But this he disavows in the succeeding verse, God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world,
p-acp d pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, np1 vvd xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2183
but that the world by him might be saved. but that the world by him might be saved.
cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn.
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 74
2184
And that God did not send his Son, and give him power over all flesh out of hatred and displeasure,
And that God did not send his Son, and give him power over all Flesh out of hatred and displeasure,
cc cst np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1, cc vvb pno31 n1 p-acp d n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 75
2185
but out of favour and good will, and so by consequence, his aim must be especially and chiefly at the good of his people.
but out of favour and good will, and so by consequence, his aim must be especially and chiefly At the good of his people.
cc-acp av pp-f n1 cc j n1, cc av p-acp n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi av-j cc av-jn p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
297
Page 75
2186
The authority, &c. must needs be chiefly, &c. because he exerciseth this authority so long,
The Authority, etc. must needs be chiefly, etc. Because he Exerciseth this Authority so long,
dt n1, av vmb av vbi av-jn, av c-acp pns31 vvz d n1 av av-j,
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2187
and but so long as they have any good to reap by it, and when it is no further useful to his people, he in some sense resigns it up to him from whom he had it.
and but so long as they have any good to reap by it, and when it is no further useful to his people, he in Some sense resigns it up to him from whom he had it.
cc p-acp av av-j c-acp pns32 vhb d j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc c-crq pn31 vbz dx jc j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 p-acp d n1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd pn31.
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2188
And therefore certainly it is for them and their profit.
And Therefore Certainly it is for them and their profit.
cc av av-j pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cc po32 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2189
As long as there is an Enemy to hinder the good, and comfort, and salvation of his people, either within them,
As long as there is an Enemy to hinder the good, and Comfort, and salvation of his people, either within them,
p-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp pno32,
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2419
And both of these, they that are Christs, receive from him, he gives his people both these.
And both of these, they that Are Christ, receive from him, he gives his people both these.
cc d pp-f d, pns32 cst vbr npg1, vvb p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz po31 n1 d d.
(16) part (DIV2)
320
Page 82
2194
and seemed to say unto his Saints, These Enemies which you have seen to day, you shall see them again no more for ever;
and seemed to say unto his Saints, These Enemies which you have seen to day, you shall see them again no more for ever;
cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, d n2 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av dx dc p-acp av;
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2195
when he hath cast out every thing that offendeth, that is offensive to his people, and made an everlasting separation, between the wicked and the godly:
when he hath cast out every thing that offends, that is offensive to his people, and made an everlasting separation, between the wicked and the godly:
c-crq pns31 vhz vvn av d n1 cst vvz, cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd dt j n1, p-acp dt j cc dt j:
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2196
when he hath cast the wicked into the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone which is the second death;
when he hath cast the wicked into the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone which is the second death;
c-crq pns31 vhz vvd dt j p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz dt ord n1;
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2197
and given eternal life to all his people:
and given Eternal life to all his people:
cc vvn j n1 p-acp d po31 n1:
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2198
when he hath done them all the good that they are capable of, and when there is no further use of his authority for their advantage, he even yields it up to him that gave him power over all flesh 1 Cor. 15.28. By which it is apparent, that he took this power upon him principally for his peoples sake.
when he hath done them all the good that they Are capable of, and when there is no further use of his Authority for their advantage, he even yields it up to him that gave him power over all Flesh 1 Cor. 15.28. By which it is apparent, that he took this power upon him principally for his peoples sake.
c-crq pns31 vhz vdn pno32 d dt j cst pns32 vbr j pp-f, cc c-crq pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, pns31 av vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31 n1 p-acp d n1 crd np1 crd. p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
298
Page 75
2199
Is it so, that the authority of Jesus Christ with, &c. is chiefly for the benefit and the salvation of his people? This then may be one great encouragement among the rest, to all his people, to stoop to this authority of his,
Is it so, that the Authority of jesus christ with, etc. is chiefly for the benefit and the salvation of his people? This then may be one great encouragement among the rest, to all his people, to stoop to this Authority of his,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp, av vbz av-jn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? np1 av vmb vbi crd j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f png31,
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2200
and to yield obedience to it. If it were managed to their hurt and disadvantage, they had reason to avoid it,
and to yield Obedience to it. If it were managed to their hurt and disadvantage, they had reason to avoid it,
cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31. cs pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31,
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2201
and to decline submission to it to the utmost of their power.
and to decline submission to it to the utmost of their power.
cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j pp-f po32 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2202
Who would be under such authority as aims at nothing else but the undoing of the Subject? But since the end of the authority of Jesus Christ, is the good of his people, they have great reason to submit to it.
Who would be under such Authority as aims At nothing Else but the undoing of the Subject? But since the end of the Authority of jesus christ, is the good of his people, they have great reason to submit to it.
q-crq vmd vbi p-acp d n1 c-acp vvz p-acp pix av cc-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn? cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vbz dt j pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2203
Ah, (my beloved) how should this sweeten the authority of Christ, and make it amiable,
Ah, (my Beloved) how should this sweeten the Authority of christ, and make it amiable,
uh, (po11 j-vvn) c-crq vmd d vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi pn31 j,
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2204
and desirable, and pleasing to his Subjects? How should the Children of Zion be joyful in their King, (as the Prophet David speaks) Psal. 109.2. how should the members of the Church triumph and be exceeding glad that they are so well provided!
and desirable, and pleasing to his Subject's? How should the Children of Zion be joyful in their King, (as the Prophet David speaks) Psalm 109.2. how should the members of the Church triumph and be exceeding glad that they Are so well provided!
cc j, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2-jn? q-crq vmd dt n2 pp-f np1 vbi j p-acp po32 n1, (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz) np1 crd. q-crq vmd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 cc vbi vvg j cst pns32 vbr av av vvn!
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2205
that they have Jesus Christ to be their Soveraign!
that they have jesus christ to be their Sovereign!
cst pns32 vhb uh-np np1 pc-acp vbi po32 n-jn!
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2206
that they have such a Governour as he, who manages his whole authority for their profit and advantage!
that they have such a Governor as he, who manages his Whole Authority for their profit and advantage!
cst pns32 vhb d dt n1 c-acp pns31, r-crq vvz po31 j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1!
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2228
You must conceive it either in the preaching of the word, or else in the administration of the censures of the Church.
You must conceive it either in the preaching of the word, or Else in the administration of the censures of the Church.
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2207
This is a joyful thing indeed, The Lord reigneth, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 97.1. and what doth he inferr upon it? Let the Earth rejoyce, let the multitudes of the Isles be glad of it.
This is a joyful thing indeed, The Lord Reigneth, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 97.1. and what does he infer upon it? Let the Earth rejoice, let the Multitudes of the Isles be glad of it.
d vbz dt j n1 av, dt n1 vvz, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? vvb dt n1 vvb, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbb j pp-f pn31.
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2208
And truly we that are the people of the Lord of this Isle, (as well as other Isles and quarters of the world) have reason to be glad of this, that Christ rules,
And truly we that Are the people of the Lord of this Isle, (as well as other Isles and quarters of the world) have reason to be glad of this, that christ rules,
cc av-j pns12 cst vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, (c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1) vhb n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f d, cst np1 vvz,
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
2209
and that we are his Subjects.
and that we Are his Subject's.
cc cst pns12 vbr po31 n2-jn.
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 75
3502
He that denies, and so by consequence believes not in the Son, can never have the Father,
He that Denies, and so by consequence believes not in the Son, can never have the Father,
pns31 cst vvz, cc av p-acp n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, vmb av-x vhi dt n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
2210
We are afraid continually of new storms, and new troubles, but here is our comfort in the midst of all this, that the rains of government are in the hands of Jesus Christ, who is a King for our sake, who is invested by his Father with authority,
We Are afraid continually of new storms, and new Troubles, but Here is our Comfort in the midst of all this, that the rains of government Are in the hands of jesus christ, who is a King for our sake, who is invested by his Father with Authority,
pns12 vbr j av-j pp-f j n2, cc j n2, cc-acp av vbz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1,
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2211
yea with supreme authority, such as none can overtop, for our good, and for our safety.
yea with supreme Authority, such as none can overtop, for our good, and for our safety.
uh p-acp j n1, d c-acp pix vmb vvi, p-acp po12 j, cc p-acp po12 n1.
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2212
We may apply the Prophets speech, Isa. 33.20. Look upon Zion, the City of our solemnities:
We may apply the prophets speech, Isaiah 33.20. Look upon Zion, the city of our solemnities:
pns12 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2:
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2213
thine eyes shall see Jerusalem a quiet habitation, a tabernacle that shall not be taken down;
thine eyes shall see Jerusalem a quiet habitation, a tabernacle that shall not be taken down;
po21 n2 vmb vvi np1 dt j-jn n1, dt n1 cst vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp;
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2214
not one of the stakes thereof shall ever be removed, neither shall any of the cords thereof be broken:
not one of the stakes thereof shall ever be removed, neither shall any of the cords thereof be broken:
xx crd pp-f dt n2 av vmb av vbi vvn, dx vmb d pp-f dt n2 av vbb vvn:
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2215
But the glorious Lord will be to us a place of broad rivers. And why so;But the glorious Lord will be to us a place of broad Rivers. And why so;
cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n2. cc c-crq av;
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2216
For the Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our Law-giver; the Lord is our King, and he will save us. For the Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our Lawgiver; the Lord is our King, and he will save us.
p-acp dt n1 vbz po12 n1, dt n1 vbz po12 n1; dt n1 vbz po12 n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12.
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2217
So that however we be rent and torn with sad divisions, however we be shaken with continual fears;
So that however we be rend and torn with sad divisions, however we be shaken with continual fears;
av cst c-acp pns12 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp pns12 vbb vvn p-acp j n2;
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2218
yet when we look to Jesus, and consider, Is not he out Law-giver, and is not he our Judge? is not the supreme authority in his hand? we may conclude that he will save us, that he will do us good,
yet when we look to jesus, and Consider, Is not he out Lawgiver, and is not he our Judge? is not the supreme Authority in his hand? we may conclude that he will save us, that he will do us good,
av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi, vbz xx pns31 av n1, cc vbz xx pns31 po12 n1? vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1? pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12, cst pns31 vmb vdi pno12 j,
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2219
and that because he hath received his power and his authority for this End.
and that Because he hath received his power and his Authority for this End.
cc d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1
(15) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2220
John 17.2. That he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
John 17.2. That he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
np1 crd. cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
299
Page 76
2221
IS it so, that the authority of Jesus Christ, with which, &c. chiefly for the good, &c. Then let the Ministers of Jesus Christ be hence directed,
IS it so, that the Authority of jesus christ, with which, etc. chiefly for the good, etc. Then let the Ministers of jesus christ be hence directed,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp r-crq, av av-jn p-acp dt j, av av vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbb av vvn,
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2222
and advised how to use the power, which they have received from Christ.
and advised how to use the power, which they have received from christ.
cc vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2223
As God hath sent the Son, so Jesus Christ hath sent his Ministers and his Embassadors.
As God hath sent the Son, so jesus christ hath sent his Ministers and his ambassadors.
p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1, av np1 np1 vhz vvn po31 n2 cc po31 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2224
It is his own expression to his own Apostles, John 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so I send you.
It is his own expression to his own Apostles, John 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so I send you.
pn31 vbz po31 d n1 p-acp po31 d n2, np1 crd. p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av pns11 vvb pn22.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2225
And as God hath given power to Jesus Christ whom he hath sent, so Jesus Christ hath given power to his Embassadors whom he hath sent.
And as God hath given power to jesus christ whom he hath sent, so jesus christ hath given power to his ambassadors whom he hath sent.
cc p-acp np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, av np1 np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po31 n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2226
And therefore it is added presently in the fore-alledged Scripture, whosesoever sins ye remit, they be remitted,
And Therefore it is added presently in the fore-alleged Scripture, whosesoever Sins you remit, they be remitted,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt j n1, av n2 pn22 vvb, pns32 vbb vvn,
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2229
And this is that which the Apostle cals the power which Christ hath given him, 2 Cor. 13.10.
And this is that which the Apostle calls the power which christ hath given him, 2 Cor. 13.10.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31, crd np1 crd.
(16) part (DIV2)
301
Page 76
2230
Now all that have this power from Jesus Christ, are here directed how to manage it,
Now all that have this power from jesus christ, Are Here directed how to manage it,
av av-d cst vhb d n1 p-acp np1 np1, vbr av vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2231
and what use to make of it.
and what use to make of it.
cc q-crq vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2232
It is apparent they must use it to the very same end, to which Christ doth use his;
It is apparent they must use it to the very same end, to which christ does use his;
pn31 vbz j pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt av d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vdz vvi po31;
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2233
For even as Christ hath his Commission from the Father, so they have their commission from Christ.
For even as christ hath his Commission from the Father, so they have their commission from christ.
c-acp av c-acp np1 vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vhb po32 n1 p-acp np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2234
And even as Christ hath his authority from the Father, so they have their authority from Christ.
And even as christ hath his Authority from the Father, so they have their Authority from christ.
cc av c-acp np1 vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vhb po32 n1 p-acp np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2235
And therefore even as the authority of Christ is managed chiefly for the good, and the salvation of his people,
And Therefore even as the Authority of christ is managed chiefly for the good, and the salvation of his people,
cc av av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av-jn p-acp dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2236
so must they manage theirs too for the very same end;
so must they manage theirs too for the very same end;
av vmb pns32 vvi png32 av p-acp dt j d n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2237
they must not aim at the destruction, or the hardning of the people, they must not preach the Gospel to them for such purposes as these;
they must not aim At the destruction, or the hardening of the people, they must not preach the Gospel to them for such Purposes as these;
pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 c-acp d;
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2238
though this by accident, be the effect sometimes.
though this by accident, be the Effect sometime.
cs d p-acp n1, vbb dt n1 av.
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2239
No, they must make this their business, how they may save themselves, and them that hear them,
No, they must make this their business, how they may save themselves, and them that hear them,
uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi d po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32, cc pno32 cst vvb pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2240
how they may bring about the conversion and salvation of the people, how they may draw in souls to Iesus Christ, and make proselytes for heaven;
how they may bring about the conversion and salvation of the people, how they may draw in Souls to Iesus christ, and make Proselytes for heaven;
c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp np1 np1, cc vvi n2 p-acp n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 76
2241
this ought to be the great thing which they aim at.
this ought to be the great thing which they aim At.
d pi pc-acp vbi dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp.
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2242
It is true, they must be sons of thunder now and then, as well as sons of consolation:
It is true, they must be Sons of thunder now and then, as well as Sons of consolation:
pn31 vbz j, pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1 av cc av, c-acp av c-acp n2 pp-f n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2243
They must preach the Law sometimes, as well as the sweet comforts of the Gospel: They must threaten men sometimes with wrath, and hell, and eternal condemnation:
They must preach the Law sometime, as well as the sweet comforts of the Gospel: They must threaten men sometime with wrath, and hell, and Eternal condemnation:
pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 av, c-acp av c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1: pns32 vmb vvi n2 av p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2244
But then they must do it so as wishing that these things might might not come upon them,
But then they must do it so as wishing that these things might might not come upon them,
cc-acp cs pns32 vmb vdi pn31 av c-acp vvg cst d n2 n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2245
but rather that they might avoid them: They must threaten them with wrath, that they may fly from the wrath to come:
but rather that they might avoid them: They must threaten them with wrath, that they may fly from the wrath to come:
cc-acp av-c cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32: pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi:
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2246
and they must threaten them with hell, that they may escape the damnation of hell: They must preach the Law to them with Gospel-purposes and Evangelical intentions:
and they must threaten them with hell, that they may escape the damnation of hell: They must preach the Law to them with Gospel-purposes and Evangelical intentions:
cc pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 cc np1 n2:
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2247
They must send out the avenger of blood to dog them at the heels, that they may fly to the city of refuge:
They must send out the avenger of blood to dog them At the heels, that they may fly to the City of refuge:
pns32 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2248
They must use sharpness, now and then; it cannot be avoided:
They must use sharpness, now and then; it cannot be avoided:
pns32 vmb vvi n1, av cc av; pn31 vmbx vbi vvn:
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2249
But it must be for the same end which the Apostle speaks of in the fore-alledged place, 2 Cor. 13.10. where he mindeth the Corinthians, that in case he must use sharpness according to the power the Lord hath given him, he hath authority from Christ to do it;
But it must be for the same end which the Apostle speaks of in the fore-alleged place, 2 Cor. 13.10. where he minds the Corinthians, that in case he must use sharpness according to the power the Lord hath given him, he hath Authority from christ to do it;
cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt d n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz dt np1, cst p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pn31;
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2268
That his aim is not so much at the destruction of the one, as at the preservation of the other.
That his aim is not so much At the destruction of the one, as At the preservation of the other.
d po31 n1 vbz xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn.
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 78
2250
but mark in the succeeding words to what end, to edification, and not to destruction: According to the power the Lord hath given me to edification, and not to destruction.
but mark in the succeeding words to what end, to edification, and not to destruction: According to the power the Lord hath given me to edification, and not to destruction.
cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n2 p-acp r-crq n1, p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1: vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
302
Page 77
2251
And therefore it is very notable, that when our Saviour Christ had said to his Disciples, All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth, and having put a part of this autho•ity and power of his on his Apostles, he doth not bid them to go out and preach damnation to the people, but go and preach the Gospel to them,
And Therefore it is very notable, that when our Saviour christ had said to his Disciples, All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth, and having put a part of this autho•ity and power of his on his Apostles, he does not bid them to go out and preach damnation to the people, but go and preach the Gospel to them,
cc av pn31 vbz av j, cst c-crq po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n2, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cc vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f png31 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
303
Page 77
2252
and baptize them that they way be saved: and baptise them that they weigh be saved:
cc vvi pno32 cst pns32 vvb vbi vvn:
(16) part (DIV2)
303
Page 77
2253
And the Apostle speaking of the execution of this power in the administration of the censures of the Church, saith, he would give a foul offender up to Satan,
And the Apostle speaking of the execution of this power in the administration of the censures of the Church, Says, he would give a foul offender up to Satan,
cc dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz, pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 a-acp p-acp np1,
(16) part (DIV2)
303
Page 77
2254
for no other end then this, even for his good and his salvation, 1 Cor. 5.3, 4. I have already judged (saith he) concerning him that hath so done this deed, with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ, to deliver him to Satan,
for no other end then this, even for his good and his salvation, 1 Cor. 5.3, 4. I have already judged (Says he) Concerning him that hath so done this deed, with the power of our Lord jesus christ, to deliver him to Satan,
c-acp dx j-jn n1 av d, av p-acp po31 j cc po31 n1, crd np1 crd, crd pns11 vhb av vvn (vvz pns31) vvg pno31 cst vhz av vdn d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1,
(16) part (DIV2)
303
Page 77
2255
for the destruction of the flesh, (the carnal part) that the spirit might be saved in the day of the Lord. for the destruction of the Flesh, (the carnal part) that the Spirit might be saved in the day of the Lord.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (dt j n1) d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
303
Page 77
2256
So that when we threaten judgement, when we retain the sins of men, when we give them up to Satan, either in preaching,
So that when we threaten judgement, when we retain the Sins of men, when we give them up to Satan, either in preaching,
av cst c-crq pns12 vvb n1, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, av-d p-acp vvg,
(16) part (DIV2)
304
Page 77
2257
or in Church-censures, when we say of any person, Take him Satan, our aim must be that Christ may have him, that his corruption may be mortified,
or in Church censures, when we say of any person, Take him Satan, our aim must be that christ may have him, that his corruption may be mortified,
cc p-acp n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f d n1, vvb pno31 np1, po12 n1 vmb vbi cst np1 vmb vhi pno31, cst po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn,
(16) part (DIV2)
304
Page 77
2258
and that he may be saved by this means.
and that he may be saved by this means.
cc cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
304
Page 77
2259
And therefore let the Ministers of Jesus Christ have this continually in their eye, how they may reach this great end.
And Therefore let the Ministers of jesus christ have this continually in their eye, how they may reach this great end.
cc av vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vhb d av-j p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi d j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
304
Page 77
2260
Let all his under-officers in the administration of the power which Christ hath put upon them drive at that,
Let all his under-officers in the administration of the power which christ hath put upon them drive At that,
vvb d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 vvi p-acp d,
(16) part (DIV2)
304
Page 77
2261
for which Christ received his, that they may bring his people to eternal life, as you have it in my Text.
for which christ received his, that they may bring his people to Eternal life, as you have it in my Text.
p-acp r-crq np1 vvd po31, cst pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n1, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 np1
(16) part (DIV2)
304
Page 77
2262
Is it so that the authority of Jesus Christ with which, &c. is chiefly for the good, &c. Then let us apprehend it to be so,
Is it so that the Authority of jesus christ with which, etc. is chiefly for the good, etc. Then let us apprehend it to be so,
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp r-crq, av vbz av-jn p-acp dt j, av av vvb pno12 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av,
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 77
2263
and let us look upon it so, when he is executing this authority and this judiciary power of his upon the enemies of his people,
and let us look upon it so, when he is executing this Authority and this judiciary power of his upon the enemies of his people,
cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31 av, c-crq pns31 vbz vvg d n1 cc d j n1 pp-f png31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 77
2264
even to their utter ruin and destruction.
even to their utter ruin and destruction.
av p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 77
2265
When he destroyes his Churches enemies, when he consumes them that they may not be, (as this he doth sometimes by vertue of this power which God hath put into his hands,
When he Destroys his Churches enemies, when he consumes them that they may not be, (as this he does sometime by virtue of this power which God hath put into his hands,
c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 n2, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi, (c-acp d pns31 vdz av p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 77
2266
and we have seen it in these latter days) let us consider that he doth not this so much for their hurt,
and we have seen it in these latter days) let us Consider that he does not this so much for their hurt,
cc pns12 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp d d n2) vvb pno12 vvi cst pns31 vdz xx d av av-d c-acp po32 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 77
2267
as for the good of his people.
as for the good of his people.
c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 78
2290
and welfare of the Saints, our hearts would be in a more sweet and holy temper,
and welfare of the Saints, our hearts would be in a more sweet and holy temper,
cc n1 pp-f dt n2, po12 n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2269
When he is laying on upon them with his keen and glittering sword, let this be our meditation,
When he is laying on upon them with his keen and glittering sword, let this be our meditation,
c-crq pns31 vbz vvg a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 j cc j-vvg n1, vvb d vbb po12 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 78
2270
Now Christ is doing something for his poor people. And this the Saints of old have done;
Now christ is doing something for his poor people. And this the Saints of old have done;
av np1 vbz vdg pi p-acp po31 j n1. cc d dt n2 pp-f j vhi vdn;
(16) part (DIV2)
305
Page 78
2271
And therefore David, or whoever else it be, that is the author of Psal. 136. recording many judgements of the Lords which he had brought upon the Churches enemies, makes this the running verse between continually, For his mercy endureth for ever.
And Therefore David, or whoever Else it be, that is the author of Psalm 136. recording many Judgments of the lords which he had brought upon the Churches enemies, makes this the running verse between continually, For his mercy Endureth for ever.
cc av np1, cc r-crq av pn31 vbb, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 crd vvg d n2 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt ng1 n2, vvz d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp av-j, p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av.
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2272
He smote all the first born of Aegypt, For his mercy endureth for ever.
He smote all the First born of Egypt, For his mercy Endureth for ever.
pns31 vvd d dt ord vvn pp-f np1, c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av.
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2273
He overturned Pharoah and his Host in the red Sea, For, &c. He smote great Kings and slew famous Kings,
He overturned Pharaoh and his Host in the read Sea, For, etc. He smote great Kings and slew famous Kings,
pns31 vvd np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp, av pns31 vvd j n2 cc vvd j n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2274
as Sihon King of the Amorites and Og, &c. For his mercy endureth for ever. A man would think he should have rather said, he did such things as these,as Sihon King of the amorites and Og, etc. For his mercy Endureth for ever. A man would think he should have rather said, he did such things as these,
c-acp np1 n1 pp-f dt np1 cc n1, av p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av. dt n1 vmd vvi pns31 vmd vhi av-c vvn, pns31 vdd d n2 c-acp d,
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2275
because his anger and his wrath endures for ever.
Because his anger and his wrath endures for ever.
c-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp av.
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2276
What mercy was it for the Lord to slay Kings and to destroy Nations? truely it was none to them that were destroyed,
What mercy was it for the Lord to slay Kings and to destroy nations? truly it was none to them that were destroyed,
q-crq n1 vbds pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc pc-acp vvi n2? av-j pn31 vbds pix p-acp pno32 cst vbdr vvn,
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2277
but it was sweet and precious mercy to them for whom they were destroyed.
but it was sweet and precious mercy to them for whom they were destroyed.
cc-acp pn31 vbds j cc j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbdr vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2278
And Christ would have it known that in the execution of his vengeance on the wicked, he hath not an aspect so much upon the misery he brings the wicked to;
And christ would have it known that in the execution of his vengeance on the wicked, he hath not an aspect so much upon the misery he brings the wicked to;
cc np1 vmd vhi pn31 vvn cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j, pns31 vhz xx dt n1 av av-d p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz dt j p-acp;
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2279
no, his thoughts are taken up with the mercy and the love he manifests to his people;
no, his thoughts Are taken up with the mercy and the love he manifests to his people;
uh-dx, po31 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2280
And when he layes about him, and slashes down the enemies in heaps, he seemeth to forget the hatred that he bears to them,
And when he lays about him, and slashes down the enemies in heaps, he seems to forget the hatred that he bears to them,
cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2281
and to think of nothing else but mercy, mercy to his Saints, Thus I kill them and destroy them,
and to think of nothing Else but mercy, mercy to his Saints, Thus I kill them and destroy them,
cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pix av cc-acp n1, n1 p-acp po31 n2, av pns11 vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2282
because my mercy, &c. And therefore let us learn to look upon it so, to have such thoughts and apprehensions upon such occasions.Because my mercy, etc. And Therefore let us Learn to look upon it so, to have such thoughts and apprehensions upon such occasions.
c-acp po11 n1, av cc av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 av, pc-acp vhi d n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
306
Page 78
2283
And that the rather, because there is an inconveniency in it many times, when we behold Christ in another way.
And that the rather, Because there is an inconveniency in it many times, when we behold christ in Another Way.
cc d dt av-c, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 d n2, c-crq pns12 vvb np1 p-acp j-jn n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2284
We look upon the Judgements which he wreaks and executes upon the Enemies and persecuters of the Church,
We look upon the Judgments which he wreaks and executes upon the Enemies and persecuters of the Church,
pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2285
as if he brought them on them out of such a hatred to them, as we our selves are apt to have.
as if he brought them on them out of such a hatred to them, as we our selves Are apt to have.
c-acp cs pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pno32 av pp-f d dt n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns12 po12 n2 vbr j pc-acp vhi.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2286
And so our hearts are carried out in wayes of malice, and we make Christ upon the matter,
And so our hearts Are carried out in ways of malice, and we make christ upon the matter,
cc av po12 n2 vbr vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2287
but the instrument of our revenge.
but the Instrument of our revenge.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2288
Whereas if we did apprehend him as aiming not so much at the destruction and ruine of the wicked,
Whereas if we did apprehend him as aiming not so much At the destruction and ruin of the wicked,
cs cs pns12 vdd vvi pno31 c-acp vvg xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j,
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2289
as at the good and preservation of his people, and as administrations of his power which he sees necessary for the peace,
as At the good and preservation of his people, and as administrations of his power which he sees necessary for the peace,
c-acp p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc c-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvz j p-acp dt n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2291
then they are sometimes in such cases.
then they Are sometime in such cases.
cs pns32 vbr av p-acp d n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2292
For then my brethren, we should see the Love of Christ in all these dispensations of his wrath:
For then my brothers, we should see the Love of christ in all these dispensations of his wrath:
p-acp av po11 n2, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d n2 pp-f po31 n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2293
the more his anger is declared at any time against the wicked, the more we should be taken up with thoughts and apprehensions of his love to us.
the more his anger is declared At any time against the wicked, the more we should be taken up with thoughts and apprehensions of his love to us.
dt av-dc po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j, dt av-dc pns12 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2294
The greater fury and displeasure he reveals against them, the more we should be led to contemplation of his mercy to our selves.
The greater fury and displeasure he reveals against them, the more we should be led to contemplation of his mercy to our selves.
dt jc n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, dt av-dc pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2295
Oh, what are we that he should have such dear respects to us? That he should be so angry with poor creatures,
O, what Are we that he should have such dear respects to us? That he should be so angry with poor creatures,
uh, q-crq vbr pns12 cst pns31 vmd vhi d j-jn n2 p-acp pno12? cst pns31 vmd vbi av j p-acp j n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2296
and execute such heavy judgements on them for our sakes.
and execute such heavy Judgments on them for our sakes.
cc vvi d j n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
307
Page 78
2297
Is it so that the authority, &c. is chiefly for the Good, &c. This then methinks, should prevail with wicked men,
Is it so that the Authority, etc. is chiefly for the Good, etc. This then methinks, should prevail with wicked men,
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1, av vbz av-jn p-acp dt j, av d av vvz, vmd vvi p-acp j n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 78
2298
yea though they perish, to have better thoughts of Christ, and milder apprehensions then they have.
yea though they perish, to have better thoughts of christ, and milder apprehensions then they have.
uh c-acp pns32 vvb, pc-acp vhi jc n2 pp-f np1, cc jc n2 cs pns32 vhb.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2299
For you must know, my brethren, that Christ hath many Enemies;
For you must know, my brothers, that christ hath many Enemies;
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst np1 vhz d n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2300
there are abundance in the world that hate him whose very hearts do rise against him.
there Are abundance in the world that hate him whose very hearts do rise against him.
pc-acp vbr n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvb pno31 rg-crq j n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2301
And whence is this, but because they look upon him as one that aims at their destruction,
And whence is this, but Because they look upon him as one that aims At their destruction,
cc q-crq vbz d, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp pi cst vvz p-acp po32 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2302
as one that means to have their blood, to ruine them, and damn them in the pit of hell for ever.
as one that means to have their blood, to ruin them, and damn them in the pit of hell for ever.
c-acp pi cst vvz pc-acp vhi po32 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2303
Now I beseech you, my beloved, do not so mistake your selves; think not so hardly of the Lord Christ.
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, do not so mistake your selves; think not so hardly of the Lord christ.
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vdb xx av vvi po22 n2; vvb xx av av pp-f dt n1 np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2304
Believe it, Jesus Christ hath other purposes then these, whatever you conceive of him;
Believe it, jesus christ hath other Purposes then these, whatever you conceive of him;
vvb pn31, np1 np1 vhz j-jn n2 av d, r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f pno31;
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2305
he came not to judge the world, but that the world by him might be saved.
he Come not to judge the world, but that the world by him might be saved.
pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2306
He came not to destroy you, but to save his own people. And therefore if you be destroyed, thank your selves, and not him.He Come not to destroy you, but to save his own people. And Therefore if you be destroyed, thank your selves, and not him.
pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi pn22, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 d n1. cc av cs pn22 vbb vvn, vvb po22 n2, cc xx pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2307
Your help if you have any, is of him; but your destruction is of your selves.
Your help if you have any, is of him; but your destruction is of your selves.
po22 n1 cs pn22 vhb d, vbz pp-f pno31; cc-acp po22 n1 vbz pp-f po22 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
308
Page 79
2308
Do but consider, I beseech you, what Christ hath done, what means he hath afforded you for your salvation.
Do but Consider, I beseech you, what christ hath done, what means he hath afforded you for your salvation.
vdb p-acp vvi, pns11 vvb pn22, r-crq np1 vhz vdn, r-crq vvz pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po22 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2309
He hath assumed your nature who are reprobates, as well as yours who are elect.
He hath assumed your nature who Are Reprobates, as well as yours who Are elect.
pns31 vhz vvn po22 n1 r-crq vbr n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp png22 r-crq vbr j.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2310
He hath laid down a price of worth sufficient in it self for your salvation, so that there is not one of you excluded from it,He hath laid down a price of worth sufficient in it self for your salvation, so that there is not one of you excluded from it,
pns31 vhz vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f j j p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp po22 n1, av cst pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f pn22 vvd p-acp pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2311
because it will not reach to you as well as others, because it is too narrow and too scant to satisfie for all,
Because it will not reach to you as well as Others, Because it is too narrow and too scant to satisfy for all,
c-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22 a-acp av c-acp n2-jn, c-acp pn31 vbz av j cc av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d,
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2312
if all should apprehend it, and lay hold upon it.
if all should apprehend it, and lay hold upon it.
cs d vmd vvi pn31, cc vvd n1 p-acp pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2313
No, he hath ordered matters so, that there is enough put in, not for believers only,
No, he hath ordered matters so, that there is enough put in, not for believers only,
uh-dx, pns31 vhz vvn n2 av, cst pc-acp vbz av-d vvn p-acp, xx p-acp n2 av-j,
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2314
but for them that perish too.
but for them that perish too.
cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb av.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2398
and to this purpose, that he may give life to those who of themselves are utterly void of it,
and to this purpose, that he may give life to those who of themselves Are utterly void of it,
cc p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d zz pp-f px32 vbr av-j j pp-f pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 82
2315
And that which is put in, as it is sufficient for you, so it is applicable to you as well as others.
And that which is put in, as it is sufficient for you, so it is applicable to you as well as Others.
cc cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pn22, av pn31 vbz j p-acp pn22 a-acp av c-acp n2-jn.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2316
As it was paid in your nature, so any of your nature may partake it, if they will lay hold upon it.
As it was paid in your nature, so any of your nature may partake it, if they will lay hold upon it.
p-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po22 n1, av d pp-f po22 n1 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2317
It is a satisfaction which nothing but your unbelief and your refusal can make you uncapable of.
It is a satisfaction which nothing but your unbelief and your refusal can make you uncapable of.
pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq pix cc-acp po22 n1 cc po22 n1 vmb vvi pn22 j pp-f.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2318
And hence the Lord will have a tender of it to be made, the Gospel to be preached to you as well as others;
And hence the Lord will have a tender of it to be made, the Gospel to be preached to you as well as Others;
cc av dt n1 vmb vhi dt j pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22 a-acp av c-acp n2-jn;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2319
so runs the tenour of his own Commission, Go, preach the Gospel to every creature;
so runs the tenor of his own Commission, Go, preach the Gospel to every creature;
av vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvb, vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2320
Tell every man without exception, that there is good news for him, that Christ is dead for him if he embrace him.
Tell every man without exception, that there is good news for him, that christ is dead for him if he embrace him.
vvb d n1 p-acp n1, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp pno31, cst np1 vbz j p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vvb pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2321
Yea Christ himself doth by his Messengers perswade, you, yea intreat you, and beseech you to accept him.
Yea christ himself does by his Messengers persuade, you, yea entreat you, and beseech you to accept him.
uh np1 px31 vdz p-acp po31 n2 vvi, pn22, uh vvb pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2322
Yea, more then so, he works upon you by some kind of operation of his Spirit,
Yea, more then so, he works upon you by Some kind of operation of his Spirit,
uh, av-dc cs av, pns31 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2323
and you resist the Holy Ghost.
and you resist the Holy Ghost.
cc pn22 vvb dt j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2324
He waits upon you many dayes, yea many years, even till his head be full of dew,
He waits upon you many days, yea many Years, even till his head be full of due,
pns31 vvz p-acp pn22 d n2, uh d n2, av c-acp po31 n1 vbb j pp-f n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2325
and his locks wet with the drops of the night, he exercizeth much long-suffering to you, he is patient, not willing that any should perish,
and his locks wet with the drops of the night, he exercizeth much long-suffering to you, he is patient, not willing that any should perish,
cc po31 n2 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz d j p-acp pn22, pns31 vbz j, xx vvg cst d vmd vvi,
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2326
but that all should come to repentance. All this he doth;but that all should come to Repentance. All this he does;
cc-acp cst d vmd vvi p-acp n1. d d pns31 vdz;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2327
and doth this look as if it were his aim to damn you, as if he sought your ruine and destruction? It's true indeed you are by accident in the worse case for Christ;
and does this look as if it were his aim to damn you, as if he sought your ruin and destruction? It's true indeed you Are by accident in the Worse case for christ;
cc vdz d vvi c-acp cs pn31 vbdr po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, c-acp cs pns31 vvd po22 n1 cc n1? pn31|vbz j av pn22 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2328
you will have one day cause to wish (if you continue in your unbelief) that Christ had never been Incarnate, that you had never heard of him.
you will have one day cause to wish (if you continue in your unbelief) that christ had never been Incarnate, that you had never herd of him.
pn22 vmb vhi crd n1 n1 pc-acp vvi (cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1) cst np1 vhd av-x vbn j, cst pn22 vhd av-x vvn pp-f pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2329
But I beseech you, whose fault is all this? is it Christs, or is it yours? you had been damned if Christ had never come;
But I beseech you, whose fault is all this? is it Christ, or is it yours? you had been damned if christ had never come;
p-acp pns11 vvb pn22, rg-crq n1 vbz d d? vbz pn31 npg1, cc vbz pn31 png22? pn22 vhd vbn vvn cs np1 vhd av-x vvn;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2330
and when he came, he came to you as well as others.
and when he Come, he Come to you as well as Others.
cc c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd p-acp pn22 a-acp av c-acp n2-jn.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2331
And he came not to destroy you, he came not to condemn the world (alas that was not his intention) but that the world by him might be saved.
And he Come not to destroy you, he Come not to condemn the world (alas that was not his intention) but that the world by him might be saved.
cc pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi pn22, pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 (uh cst vbds xx po31 n1) cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2332
And therefore I beseech you, do not thinks amiss of Christ in this business.
And Therefore I beseech you, do not thinks amiss of christ in this business.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, vdb xx vvz av pp-f np1 p-acp d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 79
2333
If he should condemn you, yet do not you condemn him, as if your condemnation were the thing he looked for.
If he should condemn you, yet do not you condemn him, as if your condemnation were the thing he looked for.
cs pns31 vmd vvi pn22, av vdb xx pn22 vvi pno31, c-acp cs po22 n1 vbdr dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 80
2334
If you will perish, think not the worse of Jesus Christ, but justifie him, and applaud his mercy when you are sinking into hell.
If you will perish, think not the Worse of jesus christ, but justify him, and applaud his mercy when you Are sinking into hell.
cs pn22 vmb vvi, vvb xx dt jc pp-f np1 np1, cc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi po31 n1 c-crq pn22 vbr vvg p-acp n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 80
2335
Give testimony to the truth, and say, he hath done much to save me, but he hath done nothing to damn me.
Give testimony to the truth, and say, he hath done much to save me, but he hath done nothing to damn me.
np1 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi, pns31 vhz vdn av-d pc-acp vvi pno11, cc-acp pns31 vhz vdn pix p-acp vvi pno11.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 80
2336
He came into the world to save sinners; that was indeed the end of his coming;
He Come into the world to save Sinners; that was indeed the end of his coming;
pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2; cst vbds av dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 80
2337
but I, by my rebellion, and my obstinacy, and my unbelief, have made him do that which he came not for, even to destroy me. It was not Jesus Christ;
but I, by my rebellion, and my obstinacy, and my unbelief, have made him do that which he Come not for, even to destroy me. It was not jesus christ;
cc-acp pns11, p-acp po11 n1, cc po11 n1, cc po11 n1, vhb vvn pno31 vdi d r-crq pns31 vvd xx p-acp, av pc-acp vvi pno11. pn31 vbds xx np1 np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 80
2338
no, it was my own perversness and incredulity, that hath undone me, and everlastingly, and brought me to this place of torment.
no, it was my own perverseness and incredulity, that hath undone me, and everlastingly, and brought me to this place of torment.
uh-x, pn31 vbds po11 d n1 cc n1, cst vhz vvn pno11, cc av-j, cc vvd pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
309
Page 80
2339
Is it so, that the authority, &c. is chiefly for the good, &c. Then certainly they shall be saved, they may rely and rest upon it as an unquestionable thing.
Is it so, that the Authority, etc. is chiefly for the good, etc. Then Certainly they shall be saved, they may rely and rest upon it as an unquestionable thing.
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1, av vbz av-jn p-acp dt j, av av av-j pns32 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2340
Christ hath received his power and his authority for this end, his Father hath bestowed it on him for this end, that he may give eternal life to as many as God hath given him;
christ hath received his power and his Authority for this end, his Father hath bestowed it on him for this end, that he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him;
np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1, po31 n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31;
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2341
and certainly they will not both be disappointed of their main intention; They will not be crossed in that which is their great design.
and Certainly they will not both be disappointed of their main intention; They will not be crossed in that which is their great Design.
cc av-j pns32 vmb xx d vbi vvn pp-f po32 j n1; pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz po32 j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2342
Its true, the carrying on, and the accomplishment of the work of our salvation is a very hard business, it meets with many difficulties, and with many oppositions.
Its true, the carrying on, and the accomplishment of the work of our salvation is a very hard business, it meets with many difficulties, and with many oppositions.
po31 j, dt vvg a-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz dt av j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2343
But Christ you see is absolutely and compleatly furnished to go through with it, and to save us to the utmost.
But christ you see is absolutely and completely furnished to go through with it, and to save us to the utmost.
p-acp np1 pn22 vvb vbz av-j cc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2344
If he were only vested with authority and power over the flesh which he intends to save, it would fall short in this business:
If he were only vested with Authority and power over the Flesh which he intends to save, it would fallen short in this business:
cs pns31 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmd vvi j p-acp d n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2345
For there is other flesh that would resist, and hinder their salvation.
For there is other Flesh that would resist, and hinder their salvation.
c-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cst vmd vvi, cc vvi po32 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2346
There is flesh within them, and there is flesh without them, that would oppose this great work.
There is Flesh within them, and there is Flesh without them, that would oppose this great work.
pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno32, cst vmd vvi d j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2347
The people of the Lord Christ have all of them much flesh, and much corruption in them.
The people of the Lord christ have all of them much Flesh, and much corruption in them.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vhb d pp-f pno32 d n1, cc d n1 p-acp pno32.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2348
And there is much flesh without them, a multitude of wicked and ungodly men.
And there is much Flesh without them, a multitude of wicked and ungodly men.
cc pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2349
And both of these, this flesh within them, and this flesh without them, are mighty obstacles,
And both of these, this Flesh within them, and this Flesh without them, Are mighty obstacles,
cc d pp-f d, d n1 p-acp pno32, cc d n1 p-acp pno32, vbr j n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2350
and great impediments to the great end propounded in my text, the giving of eternal life to them.
and great impediments to the great end propounded in my text, the giving of Eternal life to them.
cc j n2 p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1, dt vvg pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2351
The flesh without them, I mean the world and worldly men will seek to terrifie them,
The Flesh without them, I mean the world and worldly men will seek to terrify them,
dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb dt n1 cc j n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2352
or allure them, or perswade them from the waies of God, and will deceive, if it were possible, the very Elect. The flesh within them will close with that which is without on all occasions,
or allure them, or persuade them from the ways of God, and will deceive, if it were possible, the very Elect. The Flesh within them will close with that which is without on all occasions,
cc vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vmb vvi, cs pn31 vbdr j, dt j np1 dt n1 p-acp pno32 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp d n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2353
and labour to withdraw them from the living God.
and labour to withdraw them from the living God.
cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-vvg np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2354
So that, as I have said, if Christ were only vested with authority and power over the flesh which he intends to save, it would fall short in this business.
So that, as I have said, if christ were only vested with Authority and power over the Flesh which he intends to save, it would fallen short in this business.
av cst, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, cs np1 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmd vvi j p-acp d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2355
But God you see hath given him power over all ••esh, that he may give eternal life to as many as he hath given him.
But God you see hath given him power over all ••esh, that he may give Eternal life to as many as he hath given him.
p-acp np1 pn22 vvb vhz vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2399
and no way able to attain it.
and no Way able to attain it.
cc dx n1 j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 82
2356
Not only power over the flesh to which he means to give eternal life, but power over all flesh, that he may give eternal life to them.
Not only power over the Flesh to which he means to give Eternal life, but power over all Flesh, that he may give Eternal life to them.
xx av-j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi j n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pno32.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2357
That other flesh may not resist and hinder him in this business. And therefore let us chear and comfort up our hearts in sweet assurance of salvation,
That other Flesh may not resist and hinder him in this business. And Therefore let us cheer and Comfort up our hearts in sweet assurance of salvation,
cst j-jn n1 vmb xx vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1. cc av vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2358
as many of us as belong to Christ.
as many of us as belong to christ.
c-acp d pp-f pno12 p-acp vvi p-acp np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2359
We are discouraged now and then perhaps when we perceive how strong the flesh within us is,
We Are discouraged now and then perhaps when we perceive how strong the Flesh within us is,
pns12 vbr vvn av cc av av c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq j dt n1 p-acp pno12 vbz,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2360
how mighty and how violent, and how prevailing our corruptions are.
how mighty and how violent, and how prevailing our corruptions Are.
c-crq j cc c-crq j, cc q-crq j-vvg po12 n2 vbr.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2361
We are afraid the wicked world, the flesh without us, will overcome us in the end;
We Are afraid the wicked world, the Flesh without us, will overcome us in the end;
pns12 vbr j dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp pno12, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2362
either by honours and preferments, or else by threats and persecutions, and so will hazard our salvation.
either by honours and preferments, or Else by Treats and persecutions, and so will hazard our salvation.
d p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av vmb vvi po12 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2363
But here's our never failing comfort, Christ hath power over all flesh, that he may give us eternal life.
But here's our never failing Comfort, christ hath power over all Flesh, that he may give us Eternal life.
cc-acp av|vbz po12 av-x j-vvg n1, np1 vhz n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 80
2364
He hath power over the flesh within us, he can subdue and master our corruptions when he pleases, he can pluck down those strong holds.
He hath power over the Flesh within us, he can subdue and master our corruptions when he Pleases, he can pluck down those strong holds.
pns31 vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp d j n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 81
2365
He hath power over the flesh without us, he can overcome the world, yea he hath overcome the world.
He hath power over the Flesh without us, he can overcome the world, yea he hath overcome the world.
pns31 vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, uh pns31 vhz vvn dt n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 81
2366
And therefore let us be of good chear, let us be confident we shall have eternal life at last;
And Therefore let us be of good cheer, let us be confident we shall have Eternal life At last;
cc av vvb pno12 vbi a-acp j n1, vvb pno12 vbi j pns12 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp ord;
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 81
2367
for God hath given him full power to this end, and to this purpose, that he may give it,
for God hath given him full power to this end, and to this purpose, that he may give it,
p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31 j n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 81
2368
and that none may hinder it. Is it so, that the authority of Jesus Christ with, &c. is chiefly, &c. Oh,
and that none may hinder it. Is it so, that the Authority of jesus christ with, etc. is chiefly, etc. O,
cc cst pix vmb vvi pn31. vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp, av vbz av-jn, av uh,
(16) part (DIV2)
310
Page 81
2369
how much are we bound to God and Christ? to God the Father, that he hath given? to God the Son, that he hath taken this authority for this End? That both of them have been so careful, that the authority of Christ might be sufficient to go through with the business,
how much Are we bound to God and christ? to God the Father, that he hath given? to God the Son, that he hath taken this Authority for this End? That both of them have been so careful, that the Authority of christ might be sufficient to go through with the business,
c-crq d vbr pns12 vvn p-acp np1 cc np1? p-acp np1 dt n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn? p-acp np1 dt n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp d vvb? cst d pp-f pno32 vhb vbn av j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2370
and all this for our sakes.
and all this for our sakes.
cc d d p-acp po12 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2371
Oh, what are we that God and Christ should have such dear respect unto us, that they should honour us so far, that our salvation should be the end of the authority of Jesus Christ!
O, what Are we that God and christ should have such dear respect unto us, that they should honour us so Far, that our salvation should be the end of the Authority of jesus christ!
uh, q-crq vbr pns12 cst np1 cc np1 vmd vhi d j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno12 av av-j, cst po12 n1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1!
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2372
It is but fit that we should be for him; that all that we are, or have, should be for Christ.
It is but fit that we should be for him; that all that we Are, or have, should be for christ.
pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp pno31; cst d cst pns12 vbr, cc vhb, vmd vbi p-acp np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2373
But that all that Jesus Christ as Man and Mediator hath, should be for us; that all his power and his authority over the world should be for us;
But that all that jesus christ as Man and Mediator hath, should be for us; that all his power and his Authority over the world should be for us;
p-acp cst d cst np1 np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vhz, vmd vbi p-acp pno12; cst d po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp pno12;
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2374
that we and our eternal happiness should be the end, as it is made in this place;
that we and our Eternal happiness should be the end, as it is made in this place;
cst pns12 cc po12 j n1 vmd vbi dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2375
and Jesus Christ, and his authority in this respect should be but a means to this end;
and jesus christ, and his Authority in this respect should be but a means to this end;
cc np1 np1, cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2376
this is a mercy and an honour, which we cannot reach to see the bottom of it any way.
this is a mercy and an honour, which we cannot reach to see the bottom of it any Way.
d vbz dt n1 cc dt n1, r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2377
And that we should have the preferment here, that the authority which Christ hath over all flesh, should not be for them but us, that he may give to us eternal life, who are a little remnant of worthless inconsiderable men;
And that we should have the preferment Here, that the Authority which christ hath over all Flesh, should not be for them but us, that he may give to us Eternal life, who Are a little remnant of worthless inconsiderable men;
cc cst pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 av, cst dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp d n1, vmd xx vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 j n1, r-crq vbr dt j n1 pp-f j j n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2378
That Christ should have so great authority for such a little petty company, this is mercy with a witness:
That christ should have so great Authority for such a little Petty company, this is mercy with a witness:
cst np1 vmd vhi av j n1 p-acp d dt j j n1, d vbz n1 p-acp dt n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2379
Let us sit down and wonder at it, and be thankful for it while we have a day to live.
Let us fit down and wonder At it, and be thankful for it while we have a day to live.
vvb pno12 vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp pn31, cc vbi j p-acp pn31 cs pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(16) part (DIV2)
311
Page 81
2380
And thus far of the end of the authority of Jesus Christ;
And thus Far of the end of the Authority of jesus christ;
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
312
Page 81
2381
for which he is invested with it by his Father, considered in the lump and in the gross.
for which he is invested with it by his Father, considered in the lump and in the gross.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt j.
(16) part (DIV2)
312
Page 81
2382
Proceed we now to take it into parts.
Proceed we now to take it into parts.
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2383
It is in general, as you have heard, that he may be enabled to dispence to his people, that which is for their everlasting welfare and salvation, that he may give eternal life to as many as God hath given him:
It is in general, as you have herd, that he may be enabled to dispense to his people, that which is for their everlasting welfare and salvation, that he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him:
pn31 vbz p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst r-crq vbz p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31:
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2384
Particularly we have here to be considered, First the thing it self to be dispenced by vertue of this power and this authority of Jesus Christ,
Particularly we have Here to be considered, First the thing it self to be dispensed by virtue of this power and this Authority of jesus christ,
av-jn pns12 vhb av pc-acp vbi vvn, ord dt n1 pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc d n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2385
and that is life, yea life eternal.
and that is life, yea life Eternal.
cc d vbz n1, uh n1 j.
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2386
Secondly the manner or the way of dispensation, it is to be dispenced as a gift, in the nature of a gift, in a way of free donation, that he should give eternal life.
Secondly the manner or the Way of Dispensation, it is to be dispensed as a gift, in the nature of a gift, in a Way of free donation, that he should give Eternal life.
ord dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2387
Thirdly the objects of this dispensation, or the persons to whom this life here mentioned is to be dispenced,
Thirdly the objects of this Dispensation, or the Persons to whom this life Here mentioned is to be dispensed,
ord dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc dt n2 p-acp ro-crq d n1 av vvn vbz pc-acp vbi vvn,
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2388
and that is not to all men, but to as many as the Father hath bestowed on Jesus Christ;
and that is not to all men, but to as many as the Father hath bestowed on jesus christ;
cc d vbz xx p-acp d n2, cc-acp p-acp c-acp d c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp np1 np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2389
As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
313
Page 81
2390
Begin we with the thing it self to be dispenced, by vertue of this power, and this authority of Jesus Christ:
Begin we with the thing it self to be dispensed, by virtue of this power, and this Authority of jesus christ:
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, cc d n1 pp-f np1 np1:
(16) part (DIV2)
314
Page 81
2391
And here let us take notice of the nature of it, and of the adjunct of it.
And Here let us take notice of the nature of it, and of the adjunct of it.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
314
Page 81
2392
First of the nature of it, it is life: Then of the adjunct of it, it is life eternal.
First of the nature of it, it is life: Then of the adjunct of it, it is life Eternal.
ord pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz n1: av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz n1 j.
(16) part (DIV2)
314
Page 81
2393
As for the first of these, my Brethren, you must know that naturally, and originally we are all dead men.
As for the First of these, my Brothers, you must know that naturally, and originally we Are all dead men.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, po11 n2, pn22 vmb vvi cst av-j, cc av-j pns12 vbr d j n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 81
2394
We are all dead born, we came into the world, my Brethren, in a state of death and condemnation.
We Are all dead born, we Come into the world, my Brothers, in a state of death and condemnation.
pns12 vbr d j vvn, pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1, po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 82
2395
And in this sad condition we continue of our selves, we are not able to put life into our selves.
And in this sad condition we continue of our selves, we Are not able to put life into our selves.
cc p-acp d j n1 pns12 vvb pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 82
2396
No, we can no more raise our selves to the life of grace, then a dead man can raise himself to the life of nature.
No, we can no more raise our selves to the life of grace, then a dead man can raise himself to the life of nature.
uh-dx, pns12 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dt j n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 82
2397
And therefore God, because he would have such a number quickened as he hath resolved upon, hath given power to Jesus Christ to this end,
And Therefore God, Because he would have such a number quickened as he hath resolved upon, hath given power to jesus christ to this end,
cc av np1, c-acp pns31 vmd vhi d dt n1 vvn c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp, vhz vvn n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
315
Page 82
2400
And that his mercy may be full, he hath appointed him to give them such a life as is uncapable of dissolution.
And that his mercy may be full, he hath appointed him to give them such a life as is uncapable of dissolution.
cc d po31 n1 vmb vbi j, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 d dt n1 c-acp vbz j pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2401
The life that Adam in the state of innocency enjoyed, the life of righteousness;
The life that Adam in the state of innocency enjoyed, the life of righteousness;
dt n1 cst np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2402
and the life of holiness, you know, was perishable in it self, and so accordingly was left of God.
and the life of holiness, you know, was perishable in it self, and so accordingly was left of God.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vvb, vbds j p-acp pn31 n1, cc av av-vvg vbds j pp-f np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2403
His state in this condition was mutable, and accordingly he fell from it, from a state of grace and life, to a state of sin and death.
His state in this condition was mutable, and accordingly he fell from it, from a state of grace and life, to a state of since and death.
po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vbds j, cc av-vvg pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2404
But now God hath invested Jesus Christ with power to give his people such a life as shall be durable,
But now God hath invested jesus christ with power to give his people such a life as shall be durable,
p-acp av np1 vhz vvn np1 np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 d dt n1 c-acp vmb vbi j,
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2405
as shall, in this respect, transcend the life that Adam had, even in the state of innocency it self;
as shall, in this respect, transcend the life that Adam had, even in the state of innocency it self;
c-acp vmb, p-acp d n1, vvb dt n1 cst np1 vhd, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2406
that he may give eternal life to as many as God hath given him. The points to be observed are two:that he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him. The points to be observed Are two:
cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31. dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn vbr crd:
(16) part (DIV2)
316
Page 82
2407
First, They that are Christs have life from Christ; and secondly, The life which they have from him is eternal.
First, They that Are Christ have life from christ; and secondly, The life which they have from him is Eternal.
ord, pns32 cst vbr npg1 vhb n1 p-acp np1; cc ord, dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp pno31 vbz j.
(16) part (DIV2)
317
Page 82
2408
DOCTRINE. They that are Christs, have life from Christ. He giveth life to as many as God hath given him.DOCTRINE. They that Are Christ, have life from christ. He gives life to as many as God hath given him.
n1. pns32 d vbr npg1, vhb n1 p-acp np1. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
317
Page 82
2409
The life which they enjoy, they have from him, they have it not originally in themselves;
The life which they enjoy, they have from him, they have it not originally in themselves;
dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vhb p-acp pno31, pns32 vhb pn31 xx av-j p-acp px32;
(16) part (DIV2)
318
Page 82
2410
he is the author and the fountain of it. And therefore he is said to be a quickning Spirit, 1 Cor. 15.45. because he quickneth and enliveneth all his members.
he is the author and the fountain of it. And Therefore he is said to be a quickening Spirit, 1 Cor. 15.45. Because he Quickeneth and enliveneth all his members.
pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j-vvg n1, crd np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz d po31 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
318
Page 82
2411
And he is called our life very often in the Scripture, I am the way, the truth,
And he is called our life very often in the Scripture, I am the Way, the truth,
cc pns31 vbz vvn po12 n1 av av p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm dt n1, dt n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
318
Page 82
2412
and the life, saith our Saviour of himself, John 14.6. When Christ who is our life, saith the Apostle, shall appear, then shall we appear with him in glory, Col. 3.4. When Christ who is our life, that is, the author, the efficient of our life.and the life, Says our Saviour of himself, John 14.6. When christ who is our life, Says the Apostle, shall appear, then shall we appear with him in glory, Col. 3.4. When christ who is our life, that is, the author, the efficient of our life.
cc dt n1, vvz po12 n1 pp-f px31, np1 crd. c-crq np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1, vvz dt n1, vmb vvi, av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd. c-crq np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1, cst vbz, dt n1, dt j pp-f po12 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
318
Page 82
2413
And hence, saith the Evangelist, he that hath the Son, hath life, 1 John 5.20. This may serve to prove the point, They that are Christs, have life from Christ.
And hence, Says the Evangelist, he that hath the Son, hath life, 1 John 5.20. This may serve to prove the point, They that Are Christ, have life from christ.
cc av, vvz dt np1, pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vhz n1, crd np1 crd. d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns32 cst vbr npg1, vhb n1 p-acp np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
318
Page 82
2414
Now to open it a little before we come to application, there is a two-fold life which all Christs people have from Christ, according to the two-fold death which they are under out of Christ.
Now to open it a little before we come to application, there is a twofold life which all Christ people have from christ, according to the twofold death which they Are under out of christ.
av pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 r-crq d npg1 n1 vhb p-acp np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 n1 r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp av pp-f np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
320
Page 82
2415
For as there is a two-fold death in sin:
For as there is a twofold death in since:
p-acp a-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 p-acp n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
320
Page 82
2416
The death in sin with relation to the raign and dominion of it, the death in sin with relation to the guilt and obligation of it to damnation:
The death in since with Relation to the Reign and dominion of it, the death in since with Relation to the guilt and obligation of it to damnation:
dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
320
Page 82
2417
So on the other side there is a two-fold life of grace opposed to these, the life of grace inherent,
So on the other side there is a twofold life of grace opposed to these, the life of grace inherent,
av p-acp dt j-jn n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f n1 j,
(16) part (DIV2)
320
Page 82
2418
and the life of grace imputed. The life of holiness, and the life of righteousness. The life of Sanctification, and the life of Justification.
and the life of grace imputed. The life of holiness, and the life of righteousness. The life of Sanctification, and the life of Justification.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn. dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
320
Page 82
2420
First, Christs people have from him the life of holiness, or the life of Sanctification, which is opposed to the dominion and the raign of sin;
First, Christ people have from him the life of holiness, or the life of Sanctification, which is opposed to the dominion and the Reign of since;
ord, npg1 n1 vhb p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2421
before they are revived by him, they are under this dominion, and so in that respect are dead,
before they Are revived by him, they Are under this dominion, and so in that respect Are dead,
c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr p-acp d n1, cc av p-acp d n1 vbr j,
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
3503
as you may see 1 John 2.28. But he that hath the Son, hath the Father also.
as you may see 1 John 2.28. But he that hath the Son, hath the Father also.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi crd np1 crd. p-acp pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vhz dt n1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
2422
as the Apostle Paul intimates to the Romans, Rom. 6.12. ye are alive to God, saith he, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
as the Apostle Paul intimates to the Roman, Rom. 6.12. you Are alive to God, Says he, through jesus christ our Lord.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, np1 crd. pn22 vbr j p-acp np1, vvz pns31, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2423
And what doth he infer upon it? Let not sin raign in your mortal bodies;
And what does he infer upon it? Let not since Reign in your Mortal bodies;
cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? vvb xx n1 vvi p-acp po22 j-jn n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2424
by which he intimates expresly, that while sin raigns in any man, so that he voluntarily resigns and yields himself up to the rule and the dominion of it,
by which he intimates expressly, that while since raigns in any man, so that he voluntarily resigns and yields himself up to the Rule and the dominion of it,
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av-j, cst cs n1 vvz p-acp d n1, av cst pns31 av-jn vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2425
as Subjects to their Soveraign and annointed Prince, he is not alive to God;
as Subject's to their Sovereign and anointed Prince, he is not alive to God;
c-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 j-jn cc vvn n1, pns31 vbz xx j p-acp np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2426
he is indeed a dead man, he hath no life of holiness or grace in him.
he is indeed a dead man, he hath no life of holiness or grace in him.
pns31 vbz av dt j n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2427
But when the raign of sin is once abolished and dissolved within him, so that he doth no longer willingly obey it in the lusts thereof,
But when the Reign of since is once abolished and dissolved within him, so that he does no longer willingly obey it in the Lustiest thereof,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, av cst pns31 vdz av-dx av-jc av-j vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 av,
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2428
but yieldeth up himself to God, then he is alive to God, then he lives the life of God;
but yieldeth up himself to God, then he is alive to God, then he lives the life of God;
cc-acp vvz p-acp px31 p-acp np1, cs pns31 vbz j p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2429
the life of holiness and grace. And this life he hath from Christ;
the life of holiness and grace. And this life he hath from christ;
dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. cc d n1 pns31 vhz p-acp np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2430
And therefore it is added presently, ye are alive to God through Jesus Christ our Lord:
And Therefore it is added presently, you Are alive to God through jesus christ our Lord:
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, pn22 vbr j p-acp np1 p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2431
And of this life it is that the Apostle speaks, Gal. 2.20. and makes Christ the Fountain of it:
And of this life it is that the Apostle speaks, Gal. 2.20. and makes christ the Fountain of it:
cc pp-f d n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. cc vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2432
I live, saith he, that is, I live the life of grace;I live, Says he, that is, I live the life of grace;
pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, cst vbz, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2433
and yet not I, but Christ liveth in me, and this life which I live, I live by the faith of the Son of God who loved, &c.
and yet not I, but christ lives in me, and this life which I live, I live by the faith of the Son of God who loved, etc.
cc av xx pns11, cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno11, cc d n1 r-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd, av
(16) part (DIV2)
321
Page 83
2434
Secondly, Christs people have from him the life of righteousness, or the life of Justification, which stands in opposition to the death in sin, with relation to the guilt.
Secondly, Christ people have from him the life of righteousness, or the life of Justification, which Stands in opposition to the death in since, with Relation to the guilt.
ord, npg1 n1 vhb p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2435
While the guilt of sin remains upon a man, so long that person is a dead man,
While the guilt of since remains upon a man, so long that person is a dead man,
n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, av av-j cst n1 vbz dt j n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2436
so long he is dead in Law, as we express it commonly, he is bound over to eternal death and condemnation.
so long he is dead in Law, as we express it commonly, he is bound over to Eternal death and condemnation.
av av-j pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 av-j, pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp j n1 cc n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2437
And thus it is with every man while he continues in the state of nature.
And thus it is with every man while he continues in the state of nature.
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2438
He is condemned to die, and so in that respect is dead in the sentence of the Law:
He is condemned to die, and so in that respect is dead in the sentence of the Law:
pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc av p-acp d n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2439
although the sentence be not executed on him, as our Saviour speaks John 3.18. He that believes not is condemned already:
although the sentence be not executed on him, as our Saviour speaks John 3.18. He that believes not is condemned already:
cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp po12 n1 vvz np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz xx vbz vvn av:
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2440
But when a man is justified, absolved, and acquitted from the guilt of all his sins, he is no longer dead in Law,
But when a man is justified, absolved, and acquitted from the guilt of all his Sins, he is no longer dead in Law,
cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, pns31 vbz av-dx av-jc j p-acp n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2441
but as a Malefactor that is pardoned, his life is given him, as we use to say.
but as a Malefactor that is pardoned, his life is given him, as we use to say.
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn pno31, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2442
And therefore it is stiled in Scripture the justification of life, because it brings life to the person justified, viz. that life that is opposed to condemnation, the sentence or the doom of death;
And Therefore it is styled in Scripture the justification of life, Because it brings life to the person justified, viz. that life that is opposed to condemnation, the sentence or the doom of death;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, n1 cst n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
11335
I do not say the Gospel is more true then other things contained in the book of God,
I do not say the Gospel is more true then other things contained in the book of God,
pns11 vdb xx vvi dt n1 vbz av-dc j cs j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1461
Page 396
2443
For of that speaks the Apostle, Rom. 5.18. the free gift came upon all to justification of life.
For of that speaks the Apostle, Rom. 5.18. the free gift Come upon all to justification of life.
c-acp pp-f cst vvz dt n1, np1 crd. dt j n1 vvd p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2444
And this is made the gift of Christ, and he is said to be the author and the fountain of this life, in that place.
And this is made the gift of christ, and he is said to be the author and the fountain of this life, in that place.
cc d vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2445
As by the offence of one (that is of Adam) judgement came upon all men to condemnation, As by the offence of one (that is of Adam) judgement Come upon all men to condemnation,
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd (cst vbz pp-f np1) n1 vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2446
so by the righteousness of one (that is of Christ the second Adam) the free gift came upon all to justification of life. so by the righteousness of one (that is of christ the second Adam) the free gift Come upon all to justification of life.
av p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd (cst vbz pp-f np1 dt ord np1) dt j n1 vvd p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
322
Page 83
2447
Now is it so, my Brethren, that they that are Christs have life from Christ? here then examine in the first place,
Now is it so, my Brothers, that they that Are Christ have life from christ? Here then examine in the First place,
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst pns32 cst vbr npg1 vhb n1 p-acp np1? av av vvi p-acp dt ord n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2448
whether you be Christs or no.
whither you be Christ or no.
cs pn22 vbb npg1 cc uh-dx.
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2449
If you belong to him (I mean by real calling and incorporation) you have received life from him.
If you belong to him (I mean by real calling and incorporation) you have received life from him.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 (pns11 vvb p-acp j n-vvg cc n1) pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2450
You hear he hath received power from God the Father to this very end, that he may give eternal life to as many as God hath given him.
You hear he hath received power from God the Father to this very end, that he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him.
pn22 vvb pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2451
And out of question he is not unfaithful in the administration of this power and the discharge of this trust.
And out of question he is not unfaithful in the administration of this power and the discharge of this trust.
cc av pp-f n1 pns31 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2452
Well then, if you be his, he hath given you this life, he hath quickened you,
Well then, if you be his, he hath given you this life, he hath quickened you,
uh-av av, cs pn22 vbb png31, pns31 vhz vvn pn22 d n1, pns31 vhz vvn pn22,
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2453
and raised you with himself, you are partakers of his resurrection.
and raised you with himself, you Are partakers of his resurrection.
cc vvd pn22 p-acp px31, pn22 vbr n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2454
And therefore I beseech you search a little whether it be thus with you or no.
And Therefore I beseech you search a little whither it be thus with you or no.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb dt j cs pn31 vbb av p-acp pn22 cc dx.
(16) part (DIV2)
323
Page 83
2455
It is a thing which may be known in some degree, if you be diligent;
It is a thing which may be known in Some degree, if you be diligent;
pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cs pn22 vbb j;
(16) part (DIV2)
324
Page 84
2456
for the Apostle knew that the Ephesians and the Romans were alive, that they were quickned from the death of sin:
for the Apostle knew that the Ephesians and the Romans were alive, that they were quickened from the death of since:
p-acp dt n1 vvd cst dt np1 cc dt np1 vbdr j, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(16) part (DIV2)
324
Page 84
2457
And this he did by outward evidence and by the signs of life which he observed in them.
And this he did by outward evidence and by the Signs of life which he observed in them.
cc d pns31 vdd p-acp j n1 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32.
(16) part (DIV2)
324
Page 84
2458
And we may much more know our own Condition and estate in this respect if we be not very wanting to our selves.
And we may much more know our own Condition and estate in this respect if we be not very wanting to our selves.
cc pns12 vmb av-d av-dc vvi po12 d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cs pns12 vbb xx av vvg p-acp po12 n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
324
Page 84
2459
And therefore prove your selves, my brethren, whether you have the life of Christ in you,
And Therefore prove your selves, my brothers, whither you have the life of christ in you,
cc av vvb po22 n2, po11 n2, cs pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22,
(16) part (DIV2)
324
Page 84
2460
and you may do it by these symptoms following. First if you have received life from Christ, you are strangely altered men;
and you may do it by these symptoms following. First if you have received life from christ, you Are strangely altered men;
cc pn22 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d n2 vvg. ord cs pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vbr av-j vvn n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
324
Page 84
2461
some little alteration there may be in some respects, and yet a man may scarcely note it, or observe it in himself.
Some little alteration there may be in Some respects, and yet a man may scarcely note it, or observe it in himself.
d j n1 a-acp vmb vbi p-acp d n2, cc av dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 p-acp px31.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2462
But when so great a change as this shall pass upon him, it is impossible almost but he should feel it.
But when so great a change as this shall pass upon him, it is impossible almost but he should feel it.
p-acp c-crq av j dt n1 c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz j av p-acp pns31 vmd vvi pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2463
There be many alterations that may happen to a man in the passage of his life,
There be many alterations that may happen to a man in the passage of his life,
pc-acp vbi d n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2464
as custom and experience make a change, and honour and preferment make a change, a great change in some men, especially in weak spirits;
as custom and experience make a change, and honour and preferment make a change, a great change in Some men, especially in weak spirits;
c-acp n1 cc n1 vvi dt n1, cc n1 cc n1 vvi dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp d n2, av-j p-acp j n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2465
and age, and time, and place, and many other things do make a change.
and age, and time, and place, and many other things do make a change.
cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n2 vdb vvi dt n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2466
But this infusion of the life of Christ into a person that was dead before, is the greatest change of all.
But this infusion of the life of christ into a person that was dead before, is the greatest change of all.
p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds j a-acp, vbz dt js n1 pp-f d.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2467
It makes a man a new creature, and that in all respects too, which is a very great matter.
It makes a man a new creature, and that in all respects too, which is a very great matter.
pn31 vvz dt n1 dt j n1, cc cst p-acp d n2 av, r-crq vbz dt av j n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2468
Old things are done away, all things are become new, 2 Cor. 5.17. He hath new thoughts and new affections, new pleasures and delights, studies, desires, ends, purposes, companions and acquaintance;Old things Are done away, all things Are become new, 2 Cor. 5.17. He hath new thoughts and new affections, new pleasures and delights, studies, Desires, ends, Purposes, Sodales and acquaintance;
j n2 vbr vdn av, d n2 vbr vvn j, crd np1 crd. pns31 vhz j n2 cc j n2, j n2 cc n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 cc n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2469
So that he is not now the same man that he was before.
So that he is not now the same man that he was before.
av cst pns31 vbz xx av dt d n1 cst pns31 vbds a-acp.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2470
When his old lusts, his old temptations, his old companions and acquaintance come to call upon him,
When his old Lustiest, his old temptations, his old Sodales and acquaintance come to call upon him,
c-crq po31 j n2, po31 j n2, po31 j n2 cc n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31,
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2471
and think to find him as they did in former times;
and think to find him as they did in former times;
cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp j n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2472
he may answer them and say You are deceived, for I am altered, I am another man, another creature, I am not in the temper nor of the disposition that I was before.
he may answer them and say You Are deceived, for I am altered, I am Another man, Another creature, I am not in the temper nor of the disposition that I was before.
pns31 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvb pn22 vbr vvn, c-acp pns11 vbm vvn, pns11 vbm j-jn n1, j-jn n1, pns11 vbm xx p-acp dt n1 ccx pp-f dt n1 cst pns11 vbds a-acp.
(16) part (DIV2)
325
Page 84
2473
Secondly, If you have received life from Christ, you have within you sharp desires after the food by which this life is nourished and preserved.
Secondly, If you have received life from christ, you have within you sharp Desires After the food by which this life is nourished and preserved.
ord, cs pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vhb p-acp pn22 j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn cc vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2474
The word of God (my brethren) is the milk that feeds it, which every child of God delights to suck, 1 Pet. 2.2.
The word of God (my brothers) is the milk that feeds it, which every child of God delights to suck, 1 Pet. 2.2.
dt n1 pp-f np1 (po11 n2) vbz dt n1 cst vvz pn31, r-crq d n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd.
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2475
And have you quick and stirring appetites to this milk? do you as new born babes desire it? do you thirst and long for it? do you hunger after it,
And have you quick and stirring appetites to this milk? do you as new born babes desire it? do you thirst and long for it? do you hunger After it,
cc vhb pn22 j cc j-vvg n2 p-acp d n1? vdb pn22 p-acp j j-vvn n2 vvb pn31? vdb pn22 n1 cc av-j c-acp pn31? vdb pn22 n1 p-acp pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2476
so that you cannot be content without it? is it pleasing to your palate, delicious to your taste to feed upon? it is an evidence of life.
so that you cannot be content without it? is it pleasing to your palate, delicious to your taste to feed upon? it is an evidence of life.
av cst pn22 vmbx vbi j p-acp pn31? vbz pn31 vvg p-acp po22 n1, j p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2477
But if there be no stomack to this kind of food, if you be well content without it,
But if there be no stomach to this kind of food, if you be well content without it,
p-acp cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cs pn22 vbb av j p-acp pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2478
if you be never hungry, if you find no taste at all in the good word of God,
if you be never hungry, if you find no taste At all in the good word of God,
cs pn22 vbb av-x j, cs pn22 vvb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1,
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2479
but say of this as Israel of the Manna once, Our souls loaths this light bread, there is no weight, no substance in it, it is a sign you have not yet this light of Christ in you.
but say of this as Israel of the Manna once, Our Souls Loathes this Light bred, there is no weight, no substance in it, it is a Signen you have not yet this Light of christ in you.
cc-acp vvb pp-f d c-acp np1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp, po12 n2 vvz d j n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 pn22 vhb xx av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22.
(16) part (DIV2)
326
Page 84
2480
Thirdly, If you have received life from Christ, you are moved, you are acted by the principles of that life.
Thirdly, If you have received life from christ, you Are moved, you Are acted by the principles of that life.
ord, cs pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vbr vvn, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 84
2481
Every kind of life (my brethren) hath principles agreeable to it, inclining it to turn to that which suites with it,
Every kind of life (my brothers) hath principles agreeable to it, inclining it to turn to that which suits with it,
np1 n1 pp-f n1 (po11 n2) vhz n2 j p-acp pn31, vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq n2 p-acp pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 84
2482
and on the other side to turn from that which is destructive and contrary to it.
and on the other side to turn from that which is destructive and contrary to it.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j cc j-jn p-acp pn31.
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 84
2483
So hath the vegetative life, the life of plants; so hath the sensitive, the life of beasts;
So hath the vegetative life, the life of plants; so hath the sensitive, the life of beasts;
np1 vhz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2; av vhz dt j, dt n1 pp-f n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 84
2484
so hath the reasonable life, the life of men, and so hath the life of Christ, the life of Saints.
so hath the reasonable life, the life of men, and so hath the life of christ, the life of Saints.
av vhz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av vhz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 84
2485
Now this life of Christ my brethren, hath principles exceedingly above the principles of any of those other sorts of life.
Now this life of christ my brothers, hath principles exceedingly above the principles of any of those other sorts of life.
av d n1 pp-f np1 po11 n2, vhz n2 av-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d pp-f d j-jn n2 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 85
2486
And so accordingly, they that have this life from Christ, do live by higher principles, (I will not say then those of plants or those of beasts,
And so accordingly, they that have this life from christ, do live by higher principles, (I will not say then those of plants or those of beasts,
cc av av-vvg, pns32 cst vhb d n1 p-acp np1, vdb vvi p-acp jc n2, (pns11 vmb xx vvi av d pp-f n2 cc d pp-f n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 85
2487
but, then those of men too; those who are meerly men, and no more; who are not holy, sanctified men.
but, then those of men too; those who Are merely men, and no more; who Are not holy, sanctified men.
cc-acp, cs d pp-f n2 av; d r-crq vbr av-j n2, cc dx av-dc; r-crq vbr xx j, j-vvn n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
327
Page 85
2488
Some men there are you know, who live like beasts, who melt away in sensual and voluptuous pleasures and delights, who eat,
some men there Are you know, who live like beasts, who melt away in sensual and voluptuous pleasures and delights, who eat,
d n2 pc-acp vbr pn22 vvb, r-crq vvb av-j n2, r-crq vvb av p-acp j cc j n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb,
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2489
and drink, and sleep, and lust, and satisfie their lusts, and there is all.
and drink, and sleep, and lust, and satisfy their Lustiest, and there is all.
cc vvi, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vbz d.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2490
And therefore they are said in Scripture to be brutish, because the brute part in them over-powers the rational,
And Therefore they Are said in Scripture to be brutish, Because the brutus part in them overpowers the rational,
cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j, c-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp pno32 n2 dt j,
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2491
because they live and walk by brutish principles, by the principles of beasts.
Because they live and walk by brutish principles, by the principles of beasts.
c-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2492
They do just as beasts do, and many of them worse too, as if they were to have the same end that beasts have.
They do just as beasts do, and many of them Worse too, as if they were to have the same end that beasts have.
pns32 vdb av c-acp n2 vdb, cc d pp-f pno32 av-jc av, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pc-acp vhi dt d n1 cst n2 vhb.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2493
And some of late have vented such doctrine as if the souls of men did perish with their bodies,
And Some of late have vented such Doctrine as if the Souls of men did perish with their bodies,
cc d pp-f av-j vhb vvd d n1 c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f n2 vdd vvi p-acp po32 n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2494
as the souls of beasts do.
as the Souls of beasts do.
c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vdb.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2495
Others there are who live like men indeed, but it is like meer men, as the Apostle speaks of the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 3.3.
Others there Are who live like men indeed, but it is like mere men, as the Apostle speaks of the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 3.3.
n2-jn pc-acp vbr r-crq vvb av-j n2 av, cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j j n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt njp2, crd np1 crd.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2496
Are ye not carnal, and walk as men? They live at best no higher then the principles of reason carry them, are you not carnal, and walk as men? They live At best not higher then the principles of reason carry them,
vbr pn22 xx j, cc vvi p-acp n2? pns32 vvb p-acp js xx jc cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vvi pno32,
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2497
and that is but a litt e way.
and that is but a litt e Way.
cc d vbz p-acp dt vvb uh n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2498
They bring them at the very utmost no further then the young man which our Saviour speaks of, to be not far from the Kingdom of heaven,
They bring them At the very utmost no further then the young man which our Saviour speaks of, to be not Far from the Kingdom of heaven,
pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp dt j j av-dx av-jc cs dt j n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz pp-f, pc-acp vbi xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2499
or not so far as many others are, but they can never bring them home.
or not so Far as many Others Are, but they can never bring them home.
cc xx av av-j c-acp d n2-jn vbr, cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno32 av-an.
(16) part (DIV2)
328
Page 85
2500
But they that have received life from Christ, my brethren, live by nobler and diviner principles then these are, such as are full of light and beauty, such as carry on the soul to supernatural and spiritual things,
But they that have received life from christ, my brothers, live by Nobler and diviner principles then these Are, such as Are full of Light and beauty, such as carry on the soul to supernatural and spiritual things,
p-acp pns32 cst vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, po11 n2, vvb p-acp jc cc jc-jn n2 av d vbr, d c-acp vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1, d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
329
Page 85
2501
for the attaining and enjoying of the highest good.
for the attaining and enjoying of the highest good.
p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt js j.
(16) part (DIV2)
329
Page 85
2502
They know what it is to live above the principles of beasts, above the principles of men, they live by principles of faith of spirituall men:
They know what it is to live above the principles of beasts, above the principles of men, they live by principles of faith of spiritual men:
pns32 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pp-f j n2:
(16) part (DIV2)
329
Page 85
2503
which are far more above the principles of reason, then the principles of reason are above the principles of sense.
which Are Far more above the principles of reason, then the principles of reason Are above the principles of sense.
r-crq vbr av-j av-dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
329
Page 85
2504
Fourthly, if you have received life from Christ, you live to Christ; and therefore it is called the life of Christ, because as it comes from Christ,
Fourthly, if you have received life from christ, you live to christ; and Therefore it is called the life of christ, Because as it comes from christ,
ord, cs pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vvb p-acp np1; cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp np1,
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2505
so on the other side, it tends to Christ, from whom it comes.
so on the other side, it tends to christ, from whom it comes.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz.
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2506
It causes us to live no longer to our selves, but to him that died for us, that is to Christ,
It Causes us to live no longer to our selves, but to him that died for us, that is to christ,
pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvd p-acp pno12, cst vbz p-acp np1,
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2507
as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 5.15. All other men who have not this life in them, live to themselves, and not to Christ;
as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 5.15. All other men who have not this life in them, live to themselves, and not to christ;
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. av-d j-jn n2 r-crq vhb xx d n1 p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp px32, cc xx p-acp np1;
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2508
they have no higher end then self in all their actions;
they have no higher end then self in all their actions;
pns32 vhb dx jc n1 cs n1 p-acp d po32 n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2509
They make themselves, their pleasures, or their profits, or their honours the scope and center of their motions;
They make themselves, their pleasures, or their profits, or their honours the scope and centre of their motions;
pns32 vvb px32, po32 n2, cc po32 n2, cc po32 n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2510
Yea in the very holy and religious duties they perform, they look no further then their own ends;
Yea in the very holy and religious duties they perform, they look no further then their own ends;
uh p-acp dt j j cc j n2 pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc cs po32 d n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2511
And so in the performance of them, they are but servants to their own Lusts. But now they that have life from Christ, they live no longer to themselves;
And so in the performance of them, they Are but Servants to their own Lusts. But now they that have life from christ, they live no longer to themselves;
cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp po32 d np1 p-acp av pns32 cst vhb n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc p-acp px32;
(16) part (DIV2)
330
Page 85
2512
no, they have nobler aims in all their wayes;
no, they have Nobler aims in all their ways;
uh-x, pns32 vhb jc n2 p-acp d po32 n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
331
Page 85
2513
and while unsanctified men, who live the life of nature only, do make themselves their end,
and while unsanctified men, who live the life of nature only, do make themselves their end,
cc cs j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, vdb vvi px32 pc-acp vvi,
(16) part (DIV2)
331
Page 85
2514
even in their holy and religious duties;
even in their holy and religious duties;
av p-acp po32 j cc j n2;
(16) part (DIV2)
331
Page 85
2515
the Saints who live the life of Christ, do make the Lord their end, even in their ordinary, and their Common actions.
the Saints who live the life of christ, do make the Lord their end, even in their ordinary, and their Common actions.
dt n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vdb vvi dt n1 po32 n1, av p-acp po32 j, cc po32 j n2.
(16) part (DIV2)
331
Page 85
2516
In every thing his glory is continually in their eye, even in their worldly and their secular employments,
In every thing his glory is continually in their eye, even in their worldly and their secular employments,
p-acp d n1 po31 n1 vbz av-j p-acp po32 n1, av p-acp po32 j cc po32 j n2,
(16) part (DIV2)
331
Page 85
2517
while in these they do not seek their own things, but the things that are of Jesus Christ.
while in these they do not seek their own things, but the things that Are of jesus christ.
cs p-acp d pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 d n2, cc-acp dt n2 cst vbr pp-f np1 np1.
(16) part (DIV2)
331
Page 85
2518
Is it so, that they that are Christs have life from Christ? that the life which they enjoy they have from him;
Is it so, that they that Are Christ have life from christ? that the life which they enjoy they have from him;
vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 cst vbr npg1 vhb n1 p-acp np1? cst dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vhb p-acp pno31;
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2519
if then you find upon examination that you have received this life from Christ, the life of righteousness,
if then you find upon examination that you have received this life from christ, the life of righteousness,
cs av pn22 vvb p-acp n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2520
and the life of holiness, consider with your selves what thanks you should return to him.
and the life of holiness, Consider with your selves what thanks you should return to him.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp po22 n2 r-crq n2 pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno31.
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2521
Ah my beloved, what cause have we to magnifie and to admire the grace of Christ, that he should give us this life;
Ah my Beloved, what cause have we to magnify and to admire the grace of christ, that he should give us this life;
uh po11 j-vvn, r-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 d n1;
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2522
That he should raise us from our graves of sin, having loosed the powers of death, that we might not beholden of them!
That he should raise us from our graves of since, having loosed the Powers of death, that we might not beholden of them!
cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1, vhg vvn dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi pp-f pno32!
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2523
We think that we can never be sufficiently thankfull to one that hath saved our lives and rescued us out of the jaws of death.
We think that we can never be sufficiently thankful to one that hath saved our lives and rescued us out of the Jaws of death.
pns12 vvb cst pns12 vmb av-x vbi av-j j p-acp pi cst vhz vvn po12 n2 cc vvd pno12 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2524
Now Jesus Christ who is our life, hath done this for us;
Now jesus christ who is our life, hath done this for us;
av np1 np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1, vhz vdn d p-acp pno12;
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2525
we were condemned persons, we were dead in Law, and he (by virtue of the power,
we were condemned Persons, we were dead in Law, and he (by virtue of the power,
pns12 vbdr vvn n2, pns12 vbdr j p-acp n1, cc pns31 (p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1,
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2526
and the authority with which he is invested by his father) hath given us our lives, he hath sealed a pardon to us:
and the Authority with which he is invested by his father) hath given us our lives, he hath sealed a pardon to us:
cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1) vhz vvn pno12 po12 n2, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12:
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2527
So that now we may walk abroad at large, and need not fear that the sentence of the Law, the doom of death will be executed on us;
So that now we may walk abroad At large, and need not Fear that the sentence of the Law, the doom of death will be executed on us;
av cst av pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp j, cc vvb xx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12;
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2528
Ah my beloved, what shall we return to Christ? how shall we melt our souls into sufficient celebrations of his goodness to us? We were dead, but are alive:
Ah my Beloved, what shall we return to christ? how shall we melt our Souls into sufficient celebrations of his Goodness to us? We were dead, but Are alive:
uh po11 j-vvn, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12? pns12 vbdr j, cc-acp vbr j:
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2529
we were lost, but are found.
we were lost, but Are found.
pns12 vbdr vvn, cc-acp vbr vvn.
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2530
Oh let us say as Hezekiah did, The living, the living, they shall praise thee as we do this day.
O let us say as Hezekiah did, The living, the living, they shall praise thee as we do this day.
uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 vdd, dt j-vvg, dt j-vvg, pns32 vmb vvi pno21 c-acp pns12 vdb d n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2531
And let us do as the Apostle did, Rom. 7.25.
And let us do as the Apostle did, Rom. 7.25.
cc vvb pno12 vdi p-acp dt n1 vdd, np1 crd.
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2532
who having, in the former verse, cryed out, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death, had presently suggested to his thoughts that Christ had done it,
who having, in the former verse, cried out, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death, had presently suggested to his thoughts that christ had done it,
r-crq vhg, p-acp dt j n1, vvd av, uh j n1 cst pns11 vbm, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vhd av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2 cst np1 vhd vdn pn31,
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2533
and then cries out, in a way of gratulation, as he had done before in a way of lamentation, I thank my God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
and then cries out, in a Way of gratulation, as he had done before in a Way of lamentation, I thank my God through jesus christ our Lord.
cc av vvz av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vdn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1.
(16) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2534
John 17.2. That he should give eternal life. DOCTRINE. The life which Jesus Christ bestows upon his people is eternal.
John 17.2. That he should give Eternal life. DOCTRINE. The life which jesus christ bestows upon his people is Eternal.
np1 crd. cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1. n1. dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 vbz j.
(17) part (DIV2)
332
Page 86
2535
SO it is stiled in my text:
SO it is styled in my text:
av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1:
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2536
you see that he should give eternal life to as many as God hath given him.
you see that he should give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him.
pn22 vvb cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2537
Such is the life which Christ gives:
Such is the life which christ gives:
d vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz:
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2538
it is a Lasting and enduring life, a life that is above the power of death, that is uncapable of dissolution.
it is a Lasting and enduring life, a life that is above the power of death, that is uncapable of dissolution.
pn31 vbz dt j-vvg cc vvg n1, dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz j pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2539
The life of nature as you know, and see my brethren, is a perishable life.
The life of nature as you know, and see my brothers, is a perishable life.
dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pn22 vvb, cc vvb po11 n2, vbz dt j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2540
It is obnoxious to decay, it may be cut off in the twinkling of an eye, and we are gone.
It is obnoxious to decay, it may be Cut off in the twinkling of an eye, and we Are gone.
pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc pns12 vbr vvn.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2541
But now this life of Christ, the life of grace is the beginning of the life of glory,
But now this life of christ, the life of grace is the beginning of the life of glory,
p-acp av d n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2542
and therefore is an endless life, as the Apostles phrase is, Heb. 7.16.
and Therefore is an endless life, as the Apostles phrase is, Hebrew 7.16.
cc av vbz dt j n1, c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2543
And as the seed by which this life is generated in a man, is incorruptible seed,
And as the seed by which this life is generated in a man, is incorruptible seed,
cc c-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz j n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2544
as you may see, 1 Pet. 1.23. even so the life it self which is generated by it, is incorruptible too.
as you may see, 1 Pet. 1.23. even so the life it self which is generated by it, is incorruptible too.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd. av av dt n1 pn31 n1 q-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31, vbz j av.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2545
It may be said of every Saint who hath received life from Christ, and who is raised by him from the death of sin,
It may be said of every Saint who hath received life from christ, and who is raised by him from the death of since,
pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1 r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp np1, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2546
as it is said of Christ himself, Rom. 6.9. Being raised from the dead, he dies no more, death hath no more dominion over him.
as it is said of christ himself, Rom. 6.9. Being raised from the dead, he die no more, death hath no more dominion over him.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 px31, np1 crd. vbg vvn p-acp dt j, pns31 vvz av-dx av-dc, n1 vhz dx dc n1 p-acp pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 86
2547
He hath eternal life abiding in him as our Saviour speaks, John 6.54.
He hath Eternal life abiding in him as our Saviour speaks, John 6.54.
pns31 vhz j n1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 87
2548
He doth not say that he shall have it, but that he hath it in him,
He does not say that he shall have it, but that he hath it in him,
pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vmb vhi pn31, cc-acp cst pns31 vhz pn31 p-acp pno31,
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 87
2549
even in this present world, a Life that is eternal and that is abiding in him.
even in this present world, a Life that is Eternal and that is abiding in him.
av p-acp d j n1, dt n1 cst vbz j cc d vbz vvg p-acp pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
334
Page 87
2550
So that the point is plain you see, The life which Jesus Christ bestows upon his people, is eternal.
So that the point is plain you see, The life which jesus christ bestows upon his people, is Eternal.
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vbz j.
(17) part (DIV2)
335
Page 87
2551
To cleer it yet a little further to you, my beloved, no life can end in death,
To clear it yet a little further to you, my Beloved, no life can end in death,
pc-acp vvi pn31 av dt j av-jc p-acp pn22, po11 j-vvn, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
336
Page 87
2552
or come to dissolution, and destruction, but one of these two ways, viz. either by some inward principles of frailty in it self,
or come to dissolution, and destruction, but one of these two ways, viz. either by Some inward principles of frailty in it self,
cc vvb p-acp n1, cc n1, cc-acp crd pp-f d crd n2, n1 av-d p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
336
Page 87
2553
or else by some outward force that overcomes it, and prevails against it.
or Else by Some outward force that overcomes it, and prevails against it.
cc av p-acp d j n1 cst vvz pn31, cc vvz p-acp pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
336
Page 87
2554
If it be destroyed by death, it must be either by a natural, or a violent death.
If it be destroyed by death, it must be either by a natural, or a violent death.
cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp dt j, cc dt j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
336
Page 87
2555
Now the life of Jesus Christ which he bestows upon his people, is utterly uncapable of dissolution either way,
Now the life of jesus christ which he bestows upon his people, is utterly uncapable of dissolution either Way,
av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-j j pp-f n1 d n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
336
Page 87
2556
and consequently is an everlasting life, as I shall shew you briefly and in order. First, the life which Jesus Christ bestows upon his people, hath no principles of frailty,
and consequently is an everlasting life, as I shall show you briefly and in order. First, the life which jesus christ bestows upon his people, hath no principles of frailty,
cc av-j vbz dt j n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j cc p-acp n1. ord, dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vhz dx n2 pp-f n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
336
Page 87
2557
and dissolution in it self, it hath no seeds of mortality in it.
and dissolution in it self, it hath no seeds of mortality in it.
cc n1 p-acp pn31 n1, pn31 vhz dx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2558
It comes from Christ not only as the giver of it, but also from him as the fountain of it;
It comes from christ not only as the giver of it, but also from him as the fountain of it;
pn31 vvz p-acp np1 xx av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31;
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2559
with him is the fountain of Life, as the Prophet David speaks, Psal. 33.9. And the Rivulets and streams are alwayes of the self same nature with the fountain.
with him is the fountain of Life, as the Prophet David speaks, Psalm 33.9. And the Rivulets and streams Are always of the self same nature with the fountain.
p-acp pno31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc dt n2 cc n2 vbr av pp-f dt n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2560
And consequently if the life that is in Christ, be lasting and enduring, as it is, the life that is from Christ, is so too.
And consequently if the life that is in christ, be lasting and enduring, as it is, the life that is from christ, is so too.
cc av-j cs dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1, vbb j cc vvg, c-acp pn31 vbz, dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1, vbz av av.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2561
If it be not perishable in the spring, assuredly it is not perishable in the stream.
If it be not perishable in the spring, assuredly it is not perishable in the stream.
cs pn31 vbb xx j p-acp dt n1, av-vvn pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2562
This life of grace, my brethren, is communicated and derived from Christ the root, to us the branches, from him the head to us the members;
This life of grace, my brothers, is communicated and derived from christ the root, to us the branches, from him the head to us the members;
d n1 pp-f n1, po11 n2, vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp pno12 dt n2, p-acp pno31 dt n1 p-acp pno12 dt n2;
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2563
and if it fail not in the head, and in the root, how should it fail in the members and the Branches.
and if it fail not in the head, and in the root, how should it fail in the members and the Branches.
cc cs pn31 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmd pn31 vvi p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2564
Indeed my brethren if the life of grace were radically and originally in our selves, and from our selves, it must have principles of dissolution in it.
Indeed my brothers if the life of grace were radically and originally in our selves, and from our selves, it must have principles of dissolution in it.
np1 po11 n2 cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbdr av-j cc av-j p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vmb vhi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2565
For what that is in us, and comes from us, can be eternal in its own nature? But our life is in Christ,
For what that is in us, and comes from us, can be Eternal in its own nature? But our life is in christ,
p-acp r-crq d vbz p-acp pno12, cc vvz p-acp pno12, vmb vbi j p-acp po31 d n1? p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2566
and comes from Christ, it is hid with Christ in God, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Col. 3.4. and therefore certainly it is in this respect like him from whom it comes.
and comes from christ, it is hid with christ in God, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Col. 3.4. and Therefore Certainly it is in this respect like him from whom it comes.
cc vvz p-acp np1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc av av-j pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 av-j pno31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2567
We stand not now upon our own bottoms, as Adam did it in Paradise;
We stand not now upon our own bottoms, as Adam did it in Paradise;
pns12 vvb xx av p-acp po12 d n2, c-acp np1 vdd pn31 p-acp n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2568
no we are branches of such a Vine as never withers, & we are members of such a head as never dies.
no we Are branches of such a Vine as never withers, & we Are members of such a head as never die.
dx pns12 vbr n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp av-x vvz, cc pns12 vbr n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp av-x vvz.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2569
So that undoubtedly, the life of Jesus in us, although it be not priviledged from abatements and temptations,
So that undoubtedly, the life of jesus in us, although it be not privileged from abatements and temptations,
av cst av-j, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp n2 cc n2,
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2570
yet it hath nothing in it that tends to utter dissolution.
yet it hath nothing in it that tends to utter dissolution.
av pn31 vhz pix p-acp pn31 cst vvz pc-acp vvi n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
337
Page 87
2571
Secondly, the life which Jesus Christ bestows upon his people, as it hath no inward principles of dissolution in it self,
Secondly, the life which jesus christ bestows upon his people, as it hath no inward principles of dissolution in it self,
ord, dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vhz dx j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2572
so neither is there any outward force that can prevail against it to destroy it, Christ will preserve and maintain it in us, in spite of any opposition.
so neither is there any outward force that can prevail against it to destroy it, christ will preserve and maintain it in us, in spite of any opposition.
av av-dx vbz pc-acp d j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2573
The world may set upon us, and endeavour to extinguish this life of holiness and grace in us, she may assault us with her violent tentations every way, with promises,
The world may Set upon us, and endeavour to extinguish this life of holiness and grace in us, she may assault us with her violent tentations every Way, with promises,
dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 j n2 d n1, p-acp n2,
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2574
and sweet insinuations on the one side, with threats and bloody persecutions on the other;
and sweet insinuations on the one side, with Treats and bloody persecutions on the other;
cc j n2 p-acp dt crd n1, p-acp n2 cc j n2 p-acp dt j-jn;
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2575
But this we may relie upon, the world shall never overcome us, for Christ hath overcome the world.
But this we may rely upon, the world shall never overcome us, for christ hath overcome the world.
cc-acp d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno12, c-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2576
And we must know, that Christ hath overcome the world, not for himself alone, but for his members.
And we must know, that christ hath overcome the world, not for himself alone, but for his members.
cc pns12 vmb vvi, cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1, xx p-acp px31 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po31 n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2577
And as he overcame it for us, so he doth overcome it in us too, by his grace,
And as he overcame it for us, so he does overcome it in us too, by his grace,
cc c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp pno12, av pns31 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp pno12 av, p-acp po31 n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2578
as the Apostle intimates, 1 John 5.5. This is the victory that overcomes the world even your faith.
as the Apostle intimates, 1 John 5.5. This is the victory that overcomes the world even your faith.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 av po22 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
338
Page 87
2579
The Devil is a far more subtile and pernitious adversary then the world, but yet he cannot overthrow this life of grace, in any of the Saints.
The devil is a Far more subtle and pernicious adversary then the world, but yet he cannot overthrow this life of grace, in any of the Saints.
dt n1 vbz dt av-j av-dc j cc j n1 cs dt n1, cc-acp av pns31 vmbx vvi d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d pp-f dt n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
339
Page 88
2580
The gates of Hell cannot so far prevail against them.
The gates of Hell cannot so Far prevail against them.
dt n2 pp-f n1 vmbx av av-j vvi p-acp pno32.
(17) part (DIV2)
339
Page 88
2581
The Serpent can but bruise the heel of Christ, and those that appertain to Christ, he cannot touch the head or breast, he cannot wound us in the vital parts,
The Serpent can but bruise the heel of christ, and those that appertain to christ, he cannot touch the head or breast, he cannot wound us in the vital parts,
dt n1 vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d cst vvb p-acp np1, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 cc n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n2,
(17) part (DIV2)
339
Page 88
2582
or take away our life from us.
or take away our life from us.
cc vvb av po12 n1 p-acp pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
339
Page 88
2583
The flesh is the worst enemy of all in this respect, because it is an inward Enemy, and a mortal enemy.
The Flesh is the worst enemy of all in this respect, Because it is an inward Enemy, and a Mortal enemy.
dt n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f d p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-jn n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
340
Page 88
2584
Either that must die or we, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Rom. 8.13. But here's our Comfort now, the the flesh shall die, and we shall live;
Either that must die or we, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Rom. 8.13. But here's our Comfort now, the the Flesh shall die, and we shall live;
av-d d vmb vvi cc pns12, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc-acp av|vbz po12 n1 av, cs dt n1 vmb vvi, cc pns12 vmb vvi;
(17) part (DIV2)
340
Page 88
2585
Christ will destroy the flesh in us, and he will put the Spirit into us, and maintain the Spirit in us.
christ will destroy the Flesh in us, and he will put the Spirit into us, and maintain the Spirit in us.
np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
340
Page 88
2586
And by this Spirit we shall live, and this life shall be eternal, We shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting, Gal. 6.8.
And by this Spirit we shall live, and this life shall be Eternal, We shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting, Gal. 6.8.
cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cc d n1 vmb vbi j, pns12 vmb pp-f dt n1 vvb n1 j, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
340
Page 88
2587
So that the point you see is fully cleered, The life which Jesus Christ bestowes, &c.
So that the point you see is Fully cleared, The life which jesus christ bestows, etc.
av cst dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz av-j vvn, dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvz, av
(17) part (DIV2)
341
Page 88
2588
For first it hath no inward principles of frailty in it self; And secondly there is no outward force that can prevail against it to destroy it.
For First it hath no inward principles of frailty in it self; And secondly there is no outward force that can prevail against it to destroy it.
p-acp ord pn31 vhz dx j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 n1; cc ord pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
342
Page 88
2589
But here it may be you will interpose those words of the Apostle Jude, in the 12th. v. of his Epistle, where he speaks of some Revolters who were twice dead, for that is his expression there;
But Here it may be you will interpose those words of the Apostle U^de, in the 12th. v. of his Epistle, where he speaks of Some Revolters who were twice dead, for that is his expression there;
p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, p-acp dt ord. n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f d n2 r-crq vbdr av j, p-acp d vbz po31 n1 a-acp;
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
2590
they are trees whose fruit withereth, twice dead plucked up by the roots. they Are trees whose fruit withereth, twice dead plucked up by the roots.
pns32 vbr n2 r-crq n1 vvz, av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
2591
And how were they twice dead? They were not dead at all in regard of their outward and natural life,
And how were they twice dead? They were not dead At all in regard of their outward and natural life,
cc c-crq vbdr pns32 av j? pns32 vbdr xx j p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j cc j n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
2592
for they were then alive, and working mischief in the Church;
for they were then alive, and working mischief in the Church;
c-acp pns32 vbdr av j, cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
2593
and therefore out of question, his intention must be this, First they were dead in trespasses and sins.
and Therefore out of question, his intention must be this, First they were dead in Trespasses and Sins.
cc av av pp-f n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi d, ord pns32 vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
2594
Then for a while in some respect or sence, they lived the life of Grace.
Then for a while in Some respect or sense, they lived the life of Grace.
av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
2595
And afterwards they died again, and so they were twice dead, and how then is the Doctrine true, The life which Christ, &c.
And afterwards they died again, and so they were twice dead, and how then is the Doctrine true, The life which christ, etc.
cc av pns32 vvd av, cc av pns32 vbdr av j, cc c-crq av vbz dt n1 j, dt n1 r-crq np1, av
(17) part (DIV2)
343
Page 88
4826
So that there can be nothing added to it any way, to make it more accomplished and compleat.
So that there can be nothing added to it any Way, to make it more accomplished and complete.
av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31 d n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc vvn cc j.
(25) part (DIV2)
617
Page 165
2596
For resolution of the Scruple, you must know my brethren, that a man may live the life of grace, either in deed and truth,
For resolution of the Scruple, you must know my brothers, that a man may live the life of grace, either in deed and truth,
p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi po11 n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2597
or else in shew and appearance only.
or Else in show and appearance only.
cc av p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2598
The Church of Sardis lived in shew, she had a name, (our Saviour tells her) that she was alive, but she was dead, Rev. 3.1.
The Church of Sardis lived in show, she had a name, (our Saviour tells her) that she was alive, but she was dead, Rev. 3.1.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vhd dt n1, (po12 n1 vvz pno31) d pns31 vbds j, cc-acp pns31 vbds j, n1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2599
There was but a name of life, she had a name that she did live, but there was the reality of Death, she was dead.
There was but a name of life, she had a name that she did live, but there was the reality of Death, she was dead.
pc-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vhd dt n1 cst pns31 vdd vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbds j.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2600
Now they that live in name only, who have the shew and the appearance of the life of Christ, may die in shew and in appearance too.
Now they that live in name only, who have the show and the appearance of the life of christ, may die in show and in appearance too.
av pns32 cst vvb p-acp n1 av-j, r-crq vhb dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 av.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2601
And therefore the Apostle speaking according to the common apprehension, and conceit of men, saith they were twice dead.
And Therefore the Apostle speaking according to the Common apprehension, and conceit of men, Says they were twice dead.
cc av dt n1 vvg p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, vvz pns32 vbdr av j.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2602
Once indeed and really, before they gave so much as any outward evidence of life.
Once indeed and really, before they gave so much as any outward evidence of life.
a-acp av cc av-j, c-acp pns32 vvd av av-d c-acp d j n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2603
And then again in shew, and in appearance, when they lost that life of grace, which both to others and themselves they seemed to enjoy.
And then again in show, and in appearance, when they lost that life of grace, which both to Others and themselves they seemed to enjoy.
cc av av p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vvd cst n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av-d p-acp n2-jn cc px32 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
344
Page 88
2604
Now is it so, that the life which Jesus Christ, &c. This then should stay us and support us, against the fear of those tentations which threaten us with the destruction of the life of grace.
Now is it so, that the life which jesus christ, etc. This then should stay us and support us, against the Fear of those tentations which threaten us with the destruction of the life of grace.
av vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 r-crq np1 np1, av np1 av vmd vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 88
2605
It is a great affliction to the Saints, sometimes when they are mightily assaulted by Satan,
It is a great affliction to the Saints, sometime when they Are mightily assaulted by Satan,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, av c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 88
2606
and their own corruptions, and even ready to be overcome, they cry out with relation to their spiritual,
and their own corruptions, and even ready to be overcome, they cry out with Relation to their spiritual,
cc po32 d n2, cc av j pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vvb av p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j,
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 88
2607
as Job with respect to his natural life, What is my strength that I should hope? What grace have I, that I should hold out against such violent Encounters as these are? How should I hope to live,
as Job with respect to his natural life, What is my strength that I should hope? What grace have I, that I should hold out against such violent Encounters as these Are? How should I hope to live,
c-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi? q-crq n1 vhb pns11, cst pns11 vmd vvi av p-acp d j vvz p-acp d vbr? q-crq vmd pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi,
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 89
2608
when my life is thus assaulted with such fiery darts without, with such distempers, noxious humours,
when my life is thus assaulted with such fiery darts without, with such distempers, noxious humours,
c-crq po11 n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp, p-acp d n2, j n2,
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 89
2609
and such lusts within? Oh but remember, my beloved, Christ gives eternal life to his people, a life that is not subject to destruction, either by inward weakness, or outward violence:
and such Lustiest within? O but Remember, my Beloved, christ gives Eternal life to his people, a life that is not Subject to destruction, either by inward weakness, or outward violence:
cc d n2 a-acp? uh cc-acp vvb, po11 j-vvn, np1 vvz j n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 cst vbz xx j-jn p-acp n1, av-d p-acp j n1, cc j n1:
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 89
2610
If ever once you have it from him, you can never lose it.
If ever once you have it from him, you can never loose it.
cs av a-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb av-x vvi pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 89
2611
He that once lives the life of Christ, can never die, death hath no more dominion over him.
He that once lives the life of christ, can never die, death hath no more dominion over him.
pns31 cst c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb av-x vvi, n1 vhz dx dc n1 p-acp pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
345
Page 89
2612
Is it so, my brethren, that the life of, &c. This then may clear and comfort us against the frailty and dissolution of the life of nature.
Is it so, my brothers, that the life of, etc. This then may clear and Comfort us against the frailty and dissolution of the life of nature.
vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f, av d av vmb vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2613
It's true, my brethren, that is subject to decay, it is a perishable life, but this is an eternal life;
It's true, my brothers, that is Subject to decay, it is a perishable life, but this is an Eternal life;
pn31|vbz j, po11 n2, cst vbz j-jn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc-acp d vbz dt j n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2614
That may and will be lost indeed, but this endures to all eternity.
That may and will be lost indeed, but this endures to all eternity.
cst vmb cc vmb vbi vvn av, cc-acp d vvz p-acp d n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2615
And why then are we so afraid of death? why doth it terrifie us and affright us so? when it hath done its utmost, we shall live for ever.
And why then Are we so afraid of death? why does it terrify us and affright us so? when it hath done its utmost, we shall live for ever.
cc q-crq av vbr pns12 av j pp-f n1? q-crq vdz pn31 vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 av? c-crq pn31 vhz vdn po31 j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av.
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2616
Why are we grieved and troubled when they die the death of nature, who have the life of Christ in them? Truly my brethren, we may say of such as our Saviour of the Damsell, they are not dead.
Why Are we grieved and troubled when they die the death of nature, who have the life of christ in them? Truly my brothers, we may say of such as our Saviour of the Damsel, they Are not dead.
q-crq vbr pns12 vvn cc vvn c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32? np1 po11 n2, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d c-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr xx j.
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2617
As Christ to Martha, when she bewailed the loss of her dear brother Lazarus, John 11.26. Whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die;
As christ to Martha, when she bewailed the loss of her dear brother Lazarus, John 11.26. Whosoever lives and Believeth in me shall never die;
p-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 np1, np1 crd. r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi;
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2618
He shall never die the death that overthrows the life of Christ, the life of Grace;
He shall never die the death that overthrows the life of christ, the life of Grace;
pns31 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2619
for so you must conceive him there in that place;
for so you must conceive him there in that place;
c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp d n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2620
q. d. Lazarus is a believer, and therefore whatsoever thou maist apprehend, he is not dead.q. worser. Lazarus is a believer, and Therefore whatsoever thou Mayest apprehend, he is not dead.
vvd. sy. np1 vbz dt n1, cc av r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi, pns31 vbz xx j.
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2621
He is not dead in reference to that which is a Christians life indeed; no true believer is capable of dying so;
He is not dead in Referente to that which is a Christians life indeed; no true believer is capable of dying so;
pns31 vbz xx j p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz dt njpg2 n1 av; dx j n1 vbz j pp-f vvg av;
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2622
whosoever liveth and believeth in me can never die. whosoever lives and Believeth in me can never die.
r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
346
Page 89
2623
It's true my brethren, such may lose the life of nature, but that alas is but an image,
It's true my brothers, such may loose the life of nature, but that alas is but an image,
pn31|vbz j po11 n2, d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp cst uh vbz cc-acp dt n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2624
and a shadow and a shew of life. The life of grace and holiness is life indeed;
and a shadow and a show of life. The life of grace and holiness is life indeed;
cc dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz n1 av;
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2625
he that liveth in sin is dead while he lives; he that lives in holiness is alive when he dies:
he that lives in since is dead while he lives; he that lives in holiness is alive when he die:
pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 vbz j cs pns31 vvz; pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 vbz j c-crq pns31 vvz:
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2626
and if the life of nature be not worth the name of life, then certainly the death that overthrows no other but the life of nature, deserveth not the name of death.
and if the life of nature be not worth the name of life, then Certainly the death that overthrows no other but the life of nature, deserveth not the name of death.
cc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb xx j dt n1 pp-f n1, av av-j dt n1 cst vvz dx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2627
And hence the death of true believers, which strips them only of the life which stands in union of the body and the soul together,
And hence the death of true believers, which strips them only of the life which Stands in Union of the body and the soul together,
cc av dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vvz pno32 j pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 av,
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2628
and not of that which stands in union of them both to Christ, is stiled a rest, a sleep, in Scripture, not a death.
and not of that which Stands in Union of them both to christ, is styled a rest, a sleep, in Scripture, not a death.
cc xx pp-f d r-crq vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 d p-acp np1, vbz vvn dt n1, dt n1, p-acp n1, xx dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2629
They only die indeed which go down quick to hell as the prophet David speaks, who are cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, which is the second death, who after many pangs and tortures suffered in the separation of the body from the soul, are separated everlastingly from the presence of the Lord,
They only die indeed which go down quick to hell as the Prophet David speaks, who Are cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, which is the second death, who After many pangs and tortures suffered in the separation of the body from the soul, Are separated everlastingly from the presence of the Lord,
pns32 av-j vvi av r-crq vvb a-acp j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1, r-crq p-acp d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2630
and from the glory of his power.
and from the glory of his power.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
347
Page 89
2631
Is it so that the life which Jesus Christ, &c. Oh how doth it concern us then my brethren, not to satisfie our selves with the frail life of nature, which may expire upon a suddain,
Is it so that the life which jesus christ, etc. O how does it concern us then my brothers, not to satisfy our selves with the frail life of nature, which may expire upon a sudden,
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 r-crq np1 np1, av uh q-crq vdz pn31 vvi pno12 av po11 n2, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j,
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 89
2632
and let us sink into Eternal death;
and let us sink into Eternal death;
cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 89
2633
but to make out after the life of Jesus Christ, the life of grace which is above the reach and power of death, which will not fail us but endure for ever? We all have sparks of immortality within us,
but to make out After the life of jesus christ, the life of grace which is above the reach and power of death, which will not fail us but endure for ever? We all have sparks of immortality within us,
cc-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp vvi p-acp av? pns12 d vhb n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12,
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 89
2634
and we have thoughts aspiring to Eternity, we would not die if we could choose.
and we have thoughts aspiring to Eternity, we would not die if we could choose.
cc pns12 vhb n2 vvg p-acp n1, pns12 vmd xx vvi cs pns12 vmd vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 89
2635
Oh let us labour then, my brethren, for the life of grace, and this is an eternal life.
O let us labour then, my brothers, for the life of grace, and this is an Eternal life.
uh vvb pno12 vvi av, po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz dt j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2637
And it is a sad and dreadfull thing for an eternal soul, to have nothing else between it and eternal woe and torture but such a fickle and perishable life, which the next minute may be done,
And it is a sad and dreadful thing for an Eternal soul, to have nothing Else between it and Eternal woe and torture but such a fickle and perishable life, which the next minute may be done,
cc pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vhi pix av p-acp pn31 cc j n1 cc vvi p-acp d dt j cc j n1, r-crq dt ord n1 vmb vbi vdn,
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2638
and let him drop away to hell for ever. Oh how suddainly may such perish, and come to a fearful End!
and let him drop away to hell for ever. O how suddenly may such perish, and come to a fearful End!
cc vvb pno31 vvi av p-acp n1 c-acp av. uh c-crq av-j vmb d vvi, cc vvb p-acp dt j vvb!
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2639
but if we live the life of Christ, that is a lasting and abiding life.
but if we live the life of christ, that is a lasting and abiding life.
cc-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz dt j-vvg cc vvg n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2640
And though the natural life decay, and though the body die and rot, and turn to dust and putrefaction,
And though the natural life decay, and though the body die and rot, and turn to dust and putrefaction,
cc cs dt j n1 n1, cc cs dt n1 vvb cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2641
yet this will flourish and grow stronger still, till it be perfected and made consummate in the life of glory.
yet this will flourish and grow Stronger still, till it be perfected and made consummate in the life of glory.
av d vmb vvi cc vvi jc av, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2642
And why then are our labours and endeavours wholly spent to nourish and maintain this transitory life, with things that perish in the using, which yet when all is done will fail,
And why then Are our labours and endeavours wholly spent to nourish and maintain this transitory life, with things that perish in the using, which yet when all is done will fail,
cc q-crq av vbr po12 n2 cc n2 av-jn vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n1, p-acp n2 cst vvb p-acp dt vvg, r-crq av c-crq d vbz vdn n1 vvi,
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2643
and come to dissolution, but never strive for the attainment of that life which is eternal? It is a lamentable thing, my brethren, that the divine intentions of eternal minds should be laid out on nothing else but perishable things.
and come to dissolution, but never strive for the attainment of that life which is Eternal? It is a lamentable thing, my brothers, that the divine intentions of Eternal minds should be laid out on nothing Else but perishable things.
cc vvb p-acp n1, cc-acp av-x vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz j? pn31 vbz dt j n1, po11 n2, cst dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp pix av cc-acp j n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2644
Now that you may attain this lasting and enduring life of grace, I shall but give you two or three directions.
Now that you may attain this lasting and enduring life of grace, I shall but give you two or three directions.
av cst pn22 vmb vvi d j-vvg cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
348
Page 90
2645
First, You must strive for saving knowledge and seek to get your minds enlightned with the beams of truth.
First, You must strive for Saving knowledge and seek to get your minds enlightened with the beams of truth.
ord, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp vvg n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2646
The life of holiness and grace consists in light.
The life of holiness and grace consists in Light.
dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2647
And hence saith the Evangelist, that light, viz. the light of saving knowledge from the son of God revealed and manifested in the Gospel, was the life of men, Iohn 1.4.
And hence Says the Evangelist, that Light, viz. the Light of Saving knowledge from the son of God revealed and manifested in the Gospel, was the life of men, John 1.4.
cc av vvz dt np1, cst n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vbds dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2648
And in the words immediately adjoyned to my text, that he may give eternal life, &c. and this is life eternal that they might know thee the only true God,
And in the words immediately adjoined to my text, that he may give Eternal life, etc. and this is life Eternal that they might know thee the only true God,
cc p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn p-acp po11 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1, av cc d vbz n1 j cst pns32 vmd vvi pno21 dt j j np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2649
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. Its true indeed there may be light of knowledge without any life of grace:and jesus christ whom thou hast sent. Its true indeed there may be Light of knowledge without any life of grace:
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vmb vbi j pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1:
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2650
But there can never be the life of grace without the light of holy knowledge:
But there can never be the life of grace without the Light of holy knowledge:
cc-acp a-acp vmb av-x vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1:
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2651
And therefore the Apostle speaking of the Gentiles, saith, they were strangers from the life of God:
And Therefore the Apostle speaking of the Gentiles, Says, they were Strangers from the life of God:
cc av dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n2-j, vvz, pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2652
they lived the life of men, but they were strangers from the life of God, the life of grace, by reason of the ignorance and darkness that was in them.
they lived the life of men, but they were Strangers from the life of God, the life of grace, by reason of the ignorance and darkness that was in them.
pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbds p-acp pno32.
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2653
And surely, if we ever look to rise up from our graves of sin, and stand up from the dead, we must have light from Jesus Christ,
And surely, if we ever look to rise up from our graves of since, and stand up from the dead, we must have Light from jesus christ,
cc av-j, cs pns12 av vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt j, pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2654
as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Eph. 5.11.
as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Ephesians 5.11.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
349
Page 90
2655
Secondly, You must endeavour after faith, which is the instrument and means of life, by which it is conveyed from Christ to all his members.
Secondly, You must endeavour After faith, which is the Instrument and means of life, by which it is conveyed from christ to all his members.
ord, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2656
And therefore we shall find that faith and life, believing and living are joyned together, the one as the fruit and effect of the other.
And Therefore we shall find that faith and life, believing and living Are joined together, the one as the fruit and Effect of the other.
cc av pns12 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1, vvg cc vvg vbr vvn av, dt pi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2657
Whosoever liveth and believeth in me, saith our Saviour, Ioh. 11.26. (id est) Whosoever liveth by believing in me shall never die. He that believeth in him that sent me, hath eternal life, saith Christ, Iohn 5.24. and shall not come to condemnation, but is passed from death to life. Whosoever lives and Believeth in me, Says our Saviour, John 11.26. (id est) Whosoever lives by believing in me shall never die. He that Believeth in him that sent me, hath Eternal life, Says christ, John 5.24. and shall not come to condemnation, but is passed from death to life.
r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp pno11, vvz po12 n1, np1 crd. (fw-la fw-la) c-crq vvz p-acp vvg p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi. pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno11, vhz j n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. cc vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2658
These things are written that ye might believe that Iesus Christ is the Son of God,
These things Are written that you might believe that Iesus christ is the Son of God,
np1 n2 vbr vvn cst pn22 vmd vvi cst np1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2659
and that believing ye might have life, Joh. 20. ult.and that believing you might have life, John 20. ult.
cc d vvg pn22 vmd vhi n1, np1 crd n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2660
I live saith the Apostle Paul, and yet, &c. and the life which I live I live by the faith of the Son of God. I live Says the Apostle Paul, and yet, etc. and the life which I live I live by the faith of the Son of God.
pns11 vvb vvz dt n1 np1, cc av, av cc dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2661
So that the grace of faith you see my brethren, is the instrument of life, it is the bond of union between Christ and all his members, it is the Artery by which his Spirit is conveyed into us.
So that the grace of faith you see my brothers, is the Instrument of life, it is the bound of Union between christ and all his members, it is the Artery by which his Spirit is conveyed into us.
av cst dt n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vvb po11 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc d po31 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2662
And therefore if you ever look to live, you must labour after faith.
And Therefore if you ever look to live, you must labour After faith.
cc av cs pn22 av vvi pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
350
Page 90
2663
Thirdly, that you may attain to saving knowledge and to justifying faith, and consequently to this life of Christ, you must attend upon the voice of Christ, in the preaching of the Gospel.
Thirdly, that you may attain to Saving knowledge and to justifying faith, and consequently to this life of christ, you must attend upon the voice of christ, in the preaching of the Gospel.
ord, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp vvg n1 cc p-acp vvg n1, cc av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
351
Page 91
2664
For that is an effectuall means when God is pleased to concurr, to raise men from the death of sin,
For that is an effectual means when God is pleased to concur, to raise men from the death of since,
p-acp d vbz dt j n2 c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
351
Page 91
2665
and to make them live to God. And this is clearly intimated to us by our Saviour Christ himself, John 5.25. The hour cometh, saith Christ there, when the dead (the dead in sin) shall hear the voice of the Son of God, (conceive it in the powerful preaching of the Gospel) and they that hear it shall live.
and to make them live to God. And this is clearly intimated to us by our Saviour christ himself, John 5.25. The hour comes, Says christ there, when the dead (the dead in since) shall hear the voice of the Son of God, (conceive it in the powerful preaching of the Gospel) and they that hear it shall live.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp np1. cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1 np1 px31, np1 crd. dt n1 vvz, vvz np1 a-acp, c-crq dt j (dt j p-acp n1) vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (vvb pn31 p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1) cc pns32 cst vvb pn31 vmb vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
351
Page 91
2666
And hence the word of Christ is called the word of life. You see then what you are to do;
And hence the word of christ is called the word of life. You see then what you Are to do;
cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. pn22 vvb av r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi;
(17) part (DIV2)
351
Page 91
2667
I say to you, my Brethren, as the Prophet to the Jews, Isa. 55.3. Hear with an obedient ear, a flexible and yielding heart, hear and your souls shall live.
I say to you, my Brothers, as the Prophet to the jews, Isaiah 55.3. Hear with an obedient ear, a flexible and yielding heart, hear and your Souls shall live.
pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, po11 n2, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np2, np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt j cc j-vvg n1, vvb cc po22 n2 vmb vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
351
Page 91
2668
And thus far of the thing to be dispenced by vertue of the power and the authority of Jesus Christ with which he is invested by the Father;
And thus Far of the thing to be dispensed by virtue of the power and the Authority of jesus christ with which he is invested by the Father;
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
352
Page 91
2669
And this as you have heard is life, yea it is Eternal life. The manner or the way of dispensation comes next in order to be handled;
And this as you have herd is life, yea it is Eternal life. The manner or the Way of Dispensation comes next in order to be handled;
cc d c-acp pn22 vhb vvn vbz n1, uh pn31 vbz j n1. dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz ord p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn;
(17) part (DIV2)
352
Page 91
2670
it is to be dispenced as a gift, in the nature of a gift, in a way of free donation, that he should give Eternal life.
it is to be dispensed as a gift, in the nature of a gift, in a Way of free donation, that he should give Eternal life.
pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
353
Page 91
2671
Not that he should communicate it, or confer it only, but NONLATINALPHABET, that he should give. So that you see, my Brethren, all is free both on the Fathers side, and on the Sons.
Not that he should communicate it, or confer it only, but, that he should give. So that you see, my Brothers, all is free both on the Father's side, and on the Sons.
xx d pns31 vmd vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av-j, cc-acp, cst pns31 vmd vvi. av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, d vbz j av-d p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp dt n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
354
Page 91
2672
The Father he is free to him, that he may be free to others. The Father gives him power, that he may give his people life.
The Father he is free to him, that he may be free to Others. The Father gives him power, that he may give his people life.
dt n1 pns31 vbz j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n2-jn. dt n1 vvz pno31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
354
Page 91
2673
As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
354
Page 91
2674
There is no difficulty in the terms, the point is obvious. DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ doth freely give eternal life to his people:
There is no difficulty in the terms, the point is obvious. DOCTRINE. That jesus christ does freely give Eternal life to his people:
pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2, dt n1 vbz j. n1. cst np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(17) part (DIV2)
355
Page 91
2675
They have it from him as a free gift.
They have it from him as a free gift.
pns32 vhb pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
355
Page 91
2676
He doth not sell, they do not buy it, or if they do, it is as his own offer is, without money, and without price.
He does not fell, they do not buy it, or if they do, it is as his own offer is, without money, and without price.
pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31, cc cs pns32 vdb, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 d n1 vbz, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2677
They have it from him out of bounty, and not out of merit or desert: As a gift, and not a purchase;
They have it from him out of bounty, and not out of merit or desert: As a gift, and not a purchase;
pns32 vhb pn31 p-acp pno31 av pp-f n1, cc xx av pp-f n1 cc n1: c-acp dt n1, cc xx dt n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2678
or if a purchase, as his purchase, not their own. It is our Saviours own expression with reference to his people, John 10.28. I give unto them eternal life, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.
or if a purchase, as his purchase, not their own. It is our Saviors own expression with Referente to his people, John 10.28. I give unto them Eternal life, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.
cc cs dt n1, c-acp po31 n1, xx po32 d. pn31 vbz po12 ng1 d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 j n1, cc pns32 vmb av-x vvi, dx vmb d n1 vvb pno32 av pp-f po11 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2679
And therefore it is called a Gift;
And Therefore it is called a Gift;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2680
and Christ is made the next and the immediate Donor and Dispencer of it, Rom. 6.23. NONLATINALPHABET, The gift of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
and christ is made the next and the immediate Donor and Dispenser of it, Rom. 6.23., The gift of God is Eternal life, through jesus christ our Lord.
cc np1 vbz vvn dt ord cc dt j n1 cc np1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd., dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j n1, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2681
And the Antithesis between this latter and the former parcell of the verse, is very much to be observed,
And the Antithesis between this latter and the former parcel of the verse, is very much to be observed,
cc dt n1 p-acp d d cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn,
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2682
as being pertinent to our purpose. The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life.
as being pertinent to our purpose. The wages of since is death, but the gift of God is Eternal life.
c-acp vbg j p-acp po12 n1. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2683
As if in other words our Apostle should have said, Its true indeed, Death is the Consequent of sin,
As if in other words our Apostle should have said, Its true indeed, Death is the Consequent of since,
c-acp cs p-acp j-jn n2 po12 n1 vmd vhi vvn, pn31|vbz j av, n1 vbz dt j pp-f n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2684
and life Eternal is the Consequent of holiness, and of obedience. But mark it well, not upon the same terms.
and life Eternal is the Consequent of holiness, and of Obedience. But mark it well, not upon the same terms.
cc n1 j vbz dt j pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. cc-acp vvb pn31 av, xx p-acp dt d n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2685
Death follows sin as the deserved stipend, and the wages of it: A man earneth death by sin;
Death follows since as the deserved stipend, and the wages of it: A man earneth death by since;
n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31: dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2686
as a work-man earns his wages by his labour. But life Eternal doth not follow holiness in such a way;
as a workman earns his wages by his labour. But life Eternal does not follow holiness in such a Way;
c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp n1 j vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp d dt n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 91
2687
it is not merited by our obedience, as death is by our disobedience: and therefore this is a gratuity, a gift, though that be wages.
it is not merited by our Obedience, as death is by our disobedience: and Therefore this is a gratuity, a gift, though that be wages.
pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp n1 vbz p-acp po12 n1: cc av d vbz dt n1, dt n1, cs d vbb n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 92
2688
The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life. And in another place, our last translation speaketh it a free gift, Rom. 5.18.The wages of since is death, but the gift of God is Eternal life. And in Another place, our last Translation speaks it a free gift, Rom. 5.18.
dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j n1. cc p-acp j-jn n1, po12 ord n1 vvz pn31 dt j n1, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
356
Page 92
2689
The free gift came upon all men (all that are Christs members, or upon all men universally,The free gift Come upon all men (all that Are Christ members, or upon all men universally,
dt j n1 vvd p-acp d n2 (d cst vbr npg1 n2, cc p-acp d n2 av-j,
(17) part (DIV2)
357
Page 92
2690
if you respect the tender of it) the free gift came upon all men to justification of life.
if you respect the tender of it) the free gift Come upon all men to justification of life.
cs pn22 vvb dt j pp-f pn31) dt j n1 vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
357
Page 92
2691
With which accordeth that which goes immediately before, they which receive abundance of grace, and of the gift of righteousness, shall ragn in life by one, and that is Christ.
With which accords that which Goes immediately before, they which receive abundance of grace, and of the gift of righteousness, shall ragn in life by one, and that is christ.
p-acp r-crq vvz d r-crq vvz av-j a-acp, pns32 r-crq vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp crd, cc d vbz np1.
(17) part (DIV2)
357
Page 92
2692
I shall close up the proofs with our Saviours proclamation, Apoc. 21.6. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, and I will give to him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely;
I shall close up the proofs with our Saviors proclamation, Apocalypse 21.6. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, and I will give to him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely;
pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, np1 crd. pns11 vbm np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc dt n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cst vbz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j;
(17) part (DIV2)
357
Page 92
2693
if any be athirst, if he have vehement and strong desires, he shall have life, and he shall have it from the fountain.
if any be athirst, if he have vehement and strong Desires, he shall have life, and he shall have it from the fountain.
cs d vbb j, cs pns31 vhb j cc j n2, pns31 vmb vhi n1, cc pns31 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
357
Page 92
2694
I will bestow it on him, and I will do it freely too. I will give him of the water of life freely. I will bestow it on him, and I will do it freely too. I will give him of the water of life freely.
pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, cc pns11 vmb vdi pn31 av-j av. pns11 vmb vvi pno31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j.
(17) part (DIV2)
357
Page 92
2695
So that the point is plain you see, That Jesus Christ doth freely give Eternal life.
So that the point is plain you see, That jesus christ does freely give Eternal life.
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cst np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
358
Page 92
2696
Now that you may the better see the freeness of this gift of his, and that it is bestowed upon his people without the least desert of theirs, I shall lay it open to you in a few particulars;
Now that you may the better see the freeness of this gift of his, and that it is bestowed upon his people without the least desert of theirs, I shall lay it open to you in a few particulars;
av cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, cc cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f png32, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j;
(17) part (DIV2)
359
Page 92
2697
Jesus Christ must needs be free in giving life to his members, because on their parts, it is first unbought,
jesus christ must needs be free in giving life to his members, Because on their parts, it is First unbought,
uh-np np1 vmb av vbi j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vbz ord vvn,
(17) part (DIV2)
359
Page 92
2698
and secondly unsought, nay thirdly unthought. They do not purchase it, or buy it of him;
and secondly unsought, nay Thirdly unthought. They do not purchase it, or buy it of him;
cc ord j, uh-x ord j-vvn-u. pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 pp-f pno31;
(17) part (DIV2)
359
Page 92
2699
nay nor so much as seek it or desire it of him; nay nor so much as think of having such a mercy from him:
nay nor so much as seek it or desire it of him; nay nor so much as think of having such a mercy from him:
uh-x cc av av-d c-acp vvb pn31 cc vvb pn31 pp-f pno31; uh-x cc av av-d c-acp vvb pp-f vhg d dt n1 p-acp pno31:
(17) part (DIV2)
359
Page 92
2700
And therefore it must needs be absolutely free in all respects, it must come from him as a free gift.
And Therefore it must needs be absolutely free in all respects, it must come from him as a free gift.
cc av pn31 vmb av vbi av-j j p-acp d n2, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
359
Page 92
2701
First, Jesus Christ must needs be free in giving life to his people, because it is by them unbought.
First, jesus christ must needs be free in giving life to his people, Because it is by them unbought.
ord, np1 np1 vmb av vbi j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 vvn.
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2702
Life is not their purchase, and therefore it is his gift.
Life is not their purchase, and Therefore it is his gift.
n1 vbz xx po32 n1, cc av pn31 vbz po31 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2703
True, it is bought by Christ for us, but it is not bought of Christ by us.
True, it is bought by christ for us, but it is not bought of christ by us.
j, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx vvn pp-f np1 p-acp pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2704
For let us seriously consider with our selves, What could we give or do to procure this life from Christ? We are not able to redeem our natural life, which yet is in comparison of no value,
For let us seriously Consider with our selves, What could we give or do to procure this life from christ? We Are not able to Redeem our natural life, which yet is in comparison of no valve,
p-acp vvb pno12 av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cc vdb p-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1? pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, r-crq av vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dx n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2705
nor pay a ransom to the Lord for it.
nor pay a ransom to the Lord for it.
ccx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2706
It is too great a price for us to pay, and therefore it must cease for ever, as the Psalmist speaks.
It is too great a price for us to pay, and Therefore it must cease for ever, as the Psalmist speaks.
pn31 vbz av j dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp av, c-acp dt n1 vvz.
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2707
And how much less then are we able to redeem our spiritual life, which is infinitely precious,
And how much less then Are we able to Redeem our spiritual life, which is infinitely precious,
cc c-crq av-d av-dc cs vbr pns12 j pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, r-crq vbz av-j j,
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2708
when we are under the Condemnatory sentence of the Law, when we are dead in trespasses and sin, both with relation to the raign and to the guilt,
when we Are under the Condemnatory sentence of the Law, when we Are dead in Trespasses and since, both with Relation to the Reign and to the guilt,
c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp n2 cc n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2709
when we are subject every moment to be cast into the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death;
when we Are Subject every moment to be cast into the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death;
c-crq pns12 vbr j-jn d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2710
what can we give now to obtain our pardon? we cannot purchase it; and therfore certainly we have it freely.
what can we give now to obtain our pardon? we cannot purchase it; and Therefore Certainly we have it freely.
q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av pc-acp vvi po12 n1? pns12 vmbx vvi pn31; cc av av-j pns12 vhb pn31 av-j.
(17) part (DIV2)
360
Page 92
2711
Indeed Christ buyes a pardon for us, because we cannot buy it for our selves. He gives his blood and life for us, that he may give life to us.
Indeed christ buys a pardon for us, Because we cannot buy it for our selves. He gives his blood and life for us, that he may give life to us.
av np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2. pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 92
2712
And therefore he is called our life, to shew that he is all in all in that business.
And Therefore he is called our life, to show that he is all in all in that business.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn po12 n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz d p-acp d p-acp cst n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 92
2713
And when we first receive his quickning grace, we are described to be in such a case, that there is nothing upon our parts to procure it,
And when we First receive his quickening grace, we Are described to be in such a case, that there is nothing upon our parts to procure it,
cc c-crq pns12 ord vvi po31 j-vvg n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31,
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 92
2714
as you may see, Ezek. 16.5, 6. Cast out into the open fields, to the loathing of our persons, polluted, in our own blood, and weltering in our own gore.
as you may see, Ezekiel 16.5, 6. Cast out into the open fields, to the loathing of our Persons, polluted, in our own blood, and weltering in our own gore.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd, crd n1 av p-acp dt j n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, vvn, p-acp po12 d n1, cc vvg p-acp po12 d n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 92
2715
And then, yea then he gives life to us.
And then, yea then he gives life to us.
cc av, uh cs pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2716
It is repeated twice in that place, as a remarkable & choice thing, that we may take especial notice of it.
It is repeated twice in that place, as a remarkable & choice thing, that we may take especial notice of it.
pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp d n1, c-acp dt j cc j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi j n1 pp-f pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2717
I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood live, yea I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood live.
I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood live, yea I said unto thee when thou wast in thy blood live.
sy vvd p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vbd2s p-acp po21 n1 vvi, uh pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vbd2s p-acp po21 n1 vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2718
As if he should have thus expressed himself, Observe it well, I gave thee life at such a time when there was nothing in thee to deserve it at my hands,
As if he should have thus expressed himself, Observe it well, I gave thee life At such a time when there was nothing in thee to deserve it At my hands,
c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi av vvn px31, vvb pn31 av, pns11 vvd pno21 n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds pix p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n2,
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2719
when one would even have loathed to touch thee, or to meedle with thee:
when one would even have loathed to touch thee, or to meedle with thee:
c-crq pi vmd av vhi vvn pc-acp vvi pno21, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno21:
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2720
when thou hadst nothing else but blood and gore to give me, then did I breath this life into thee;
when thou Hadst nothing Else but blood and gore to give me, then did I breath this life into thee;
c-crq pns21 vhd2 pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, av vdd pns11 vvi d n1 p-acp pno21;
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2721
So that you see Christ freely gives this life to his people, in this respect, that it is by them unbought.
So that you see christ freely gives this life to his people, in this respect, that it is by them unbought.
av cst pn22 vvb np1 av-j vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 vvn.
(17) part (DIV2)
361
Page 93
2722
And as it is by them unbought, so it is by them unsought.
And as it is by them unbought, so it is by them unsought.
cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 vvd, av pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 j.
(17) part (DIV2)
362
Page 93
2723
As they do not purchase it and buy it of him, so neither do they seek it, or desire it of him.
As they do not purchase it and buy it of him, so neither do they seek it, or desire it of him.
c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 pp-f pno31, av av-d vdb pns32 vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 pp-f pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2724
As they do not pay for it, so neither do they pray for it. We count a thing is very free, if we have it for the asking.
As they do not pay for it, so neither do they pray for it. We count a thing is very free, if we have it for the asking.
p-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31, av av-d vdb pns32 vvb p-acp pn31. pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz av j, cs pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2725
If it be but ask and have, its a very cheap bargain. The life of Christ is yet more free then this comes to:
If it be but ask and have, its a very cheap bargain. The life of christ is yet more free then this comes to:
cs pn31 vbb p-acp vvb cc vhb, pn31|vbz dt j j n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-dc j cs d vvz p-acp:
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2726
to all his members he gives it them before they ask it.
to all his members he gives it them before they ask it.
p-acp d po31 n2 pns31 vvz pn31 pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2727
He is found in this respect of them that seek him not, and ask not for him;
He is found in this respect of them that seek him not, and ask not for him;
pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f pno32 d vvb pno31 xx, cc vvb xx p-acp pno31;
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2728
as the Prophet speaks, Isa. 65.1.
as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 65.1.
p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2729
It is the disposition of us all by nature, we will not come to Christ, that we may have life from him,
It is the disposition of us all by nature, we will not come to christ, that we may have life from him,
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12 d p-acp n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31,
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2730
as he himself complaineth, John 5.40. and therefore he is fain to draw us.
as he himself Complaineth, John 5.40. and Therefore he is fain to draw us.
c-acp pns31 px31 vvz, np1 crd. cc av pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pno12.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2731
Did Lazarus when he lay dead and stinking in his grave, address himself to Christ, beseeching him to raise him up? No more do any that are dead in sin No, Christ is fain to seek them out, to come to the grave himself,
Did Lazarus when he lay dead and stinking in his grave, address himself to christ, beseeching him to raise him up? No more doe any that Are dead in since No, christ is fain to seek them out, to come to the grave himself,
vdd np1 c-crq pns31 vvd j cc j-vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvb px31 p-acp np1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp? av-dx dc n1 d cst vbr j p-acp n1 av-dx, np1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 px31,
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2732
and there to call them to come forth, and to put life into them, that they may answer that call;
and there to call them to come forth, and to put life into them, that they may answer that call;
cc a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi av, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi d vvi;
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2733
he is forced to do all.
he is forced to do all.
pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi d.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2734
Did the lost sheep seek the Shepherd? Did the lost groat seek the Owner? When Adam being falen had brought himself into a state of death and condemnation, did he seek God,
Did the lost sheep seek the Shepherd? Did the lost groat seek the Owner? When Adam being fallen had brought himself into a state of death and condemnation, did he seek God,
vdd dt j-vvn n1 vvi dt n1? vdd dt j-vvn n1 vvi dt n1? c-crq np1 vbg vvn vhd vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vdd pns31 vvi np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2735
or did God seek him? Did he call God, or did God call him? You see the offer was on Gods part, not on his.
or did God seek him? Did he call God, or did God call him? You see the offer was on God's part, not on his.
cc vdd np1 vvi pno31? vdd pns31 vvi np1, cc vdd np1 vvi pno31? pn22 vvb dt n1 vbds p-acp npg1 n1, xx p-acp png31.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2736
And so if Christ should leave us in a state of death, till we sue to him for life, we should die eternally.
And so if christ should leave us in a state of death, till we sue to him for life, we should die eternally.
cc av cs np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vvi av-j.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2737
But he preventeth us with mercy, and with loving kindness.
But he preventeth us with mercy, and with loving kindness.
p-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, cc p-acp j-vvg n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2738
And he commands the blessing, even life for evermore, as the Prophet David speaks, Psal. 133.3. They do not beg it and entreate it, but he commands it. So that you see Christ freely gives this life to his people, in this respect, that it is by them unsought.
And he commands the blessing, even life for evermore, as the Prophet David speaks, Psalm 133.3. They do not beg it and entreat it, but he commands it. So that you see christ freely gives this life to his people, in this respect, that it is by them unsought.
cc pns31 vvz dt n1, av n1 p-acp av, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31. av cst pn22 vvb np1 av-j vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 j.
(17) part (DIV2)
363
Page 93
2739
And as it is by them unbought and unsought, so it is by them unthought.
And as it is by them unbought and unsought, so it is by them unthought.
cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 vvn cc j, av pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 j-vvn-u.
(17) part (DIV2)
364
Page 93
2740
They are so far from seeking it, that they do not once so much as think upon it.
They Are so Far from seeking it, that they do not once so much as think upon it.
pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg pn31, cst pns32 vdb xx a-acp av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2741
It comes not once into their heads that they are dead in trespasses and sins; That there is life in Jesus Christ;
It comes not once into their Heads that they Are dead in Trespasses and Sins; That there is life in jesus christ;
pn31 vvz xx a-acp p-acp po32 n2 cst pns32 vbr j p-acp n2 cc n2; cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1 np1;
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2742
that he is ready to bestow it, and to give it out to lost creatures.
that he is ready to bestow it, and to give it out to lost creatures.
cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp j-vvn n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2743
When he breaths this life of grace into any of his people, it is as much unthought of to them,
When he breathes this life of grace into any of his people, it is as much unthought of to them,
c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d j-vvn pp-f p-acp pno32,
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2744
as Sauls Crown was to him, when he sought his Fathers Asses.
as Saul's Crown was to him, when he sought his Father's Asses.
c-acp np1 n1 vbds p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 ng1 n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2745
What can a dead man plod and study of a resurrection? Doth he lie in his grave expecting when he shall be quickened,
What can a dead man plod and study of a resurrection? Does he lie in his grave expecting when he shall be quickened,
q-crq vmb dt j n1 vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n1? vdz pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n1 vvg c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn,
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2746
and looking when he shall be raised up? What did the Disciples think of their Conversion till Christ called them? Matthew was in the midst of his Extortion, Peter was busie at his trade,
and looking when he shall be raised up? What did the Disciples think of their Conversion till christ called them? Matthew was in the midst of his Extortion, Peter was busy At his trade,
cc vvg c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp? q-crq vdd dt n2 vvb pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1 vvd pno32? np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vbds j p-acp po31 n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2747
when Christ inspired the quickning life of grace into them. Little did either of them think that life and mercy was so near to them.
when christ inspired the quickening life of grace into them. Little did either of them think that life and mercy was so near to them.
c-crq np1 vvd dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. j vdd d pp-f pno32 vvi cst n1 cc n1 vbds av av-j p-acp pno32.
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 93
2748
And thus he deals in this respect with all his people.
And thus he deals in this respect with all his people.
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp d po31 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 94
2749
So that which way soever we consider it or look upon it, Jesus Christ doth freely give Eternal life to his people, they have it from him, &c. Now to descend to Application;
So that which Way soever we Consider it or look upon it, jesus christ does freely give Eternal life to his people, they have it from him, etc. Now to descend to Application;
av cst r-crq n1 av pns12 vvb pn31 cc vvb p-acp pn31, np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vhb pn31 p-acp pno31, av av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
365
Page 94
2750
Is it so that Jesus Christ doth freely give, &c. This then may be a great encouragement for every one of us to come to Jesus Christ for life.
Is it so that jesus christ does freely give, etc. This then may be a great encouragement for every one of us to come to jesus christ for life.
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi, av np1 av vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
366
Page 94
2751
It is confessed that he hath enough in him;
It is confessed that he hath enough in him;
pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vhz av-d p-acp pno31;
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2752
but yet if he were loth to spare it, if he did very hardly part from it,
but yet if he were loath to spare it, if he did very hardly part from it,
cc-acp av cs pns31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pn31, cs pns31 vdd av av vvi p-acp pn31,
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2753
if he did not give but sell it, and sell it at a dear rate, it could not but exceeingly dishearten those that want it,
if he did not give but fell it, and fell it At a dear rate, it could not but exceeingly dishearten those that want it,
cs pns31 vdd xx vvi cc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vmd xx cc-acp av-vvg vvi d cst vvb pn31,
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2755
But now consider for your comfort and support, that Jesus Christ is appointed by his Father,
But now Consider for your Comfort and support, that jesus christ is appointed by his Father,
p-acp av vvb p-acp po22 n1 cc vvi, cst np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2756
and inclined of himself to give Eternal life to his people. He doth not deal with it as a commodity which he means to gain by,
and inclined of himself to give Eternal life to his people. He does not deal with it as a commodity which he means to gain by,
cc vvn pp-f px31 p-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1. pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp,
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2757
but as a favour which he is willing graciously to bestow upon a company of lost creatures.
but as a favour which he is willing graciously to bestow upon a company of lost creatures.
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbz j av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2758
He stands and cries, He every one that thirsteth, come and drink of the water of life freely;
He Stands and cries, He every one that Thirsteth, come and drink of the water of life freely;
pns31 vvz cc vvz, pns31 d pi cst vvz, vvb cc vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j;
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2759
I ask you not a penny for it, come and buy without money and without price;
I ask you not a penny for it, come and buy without money and without price;
pns11 vvb pn22 xx dt n1 p-acp pn31, vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2760
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, set your hearts to this business; consider seriously what you have to do;
Now I beseech you, my beloved, Set your hearts to this business; Consider seriously what you have to do;
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1; vvb av-j r-crq pn22 vhb pc-acp vdi;
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2761
I say to you as Iacob to his sons, when they were about to starve, when they were about to die with famine, Gen. 42.1.
I say to you as Iacob to his Sons, when they were about to starve, when they were about to die with famine, Gen. 42.1.
pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns32 vbdr a-acp pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns32 vbdr a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2762
Why do you look one upon another? Why do you die and perish in your sins,Why do you look one upon Another? Why do you die and perish in your Sins,
q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pi p-acp n-jn? q-crq vdb pn22 vvi cc vvi p-acp po22 n2,
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2763
when there is life enough in Jesus Christ, and where it is so easily to be obtained from him?
when there is life enough in jesus christ, and where it is so Easily to be obtained from him?
c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp np1 np1, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31?
(17) part (DIV2)
367
Page 94
2764
Oh you will say, we are unworthy to have life from Christ; who are we that Christ should look upon such dead dogs as we are!
O you will say, we Are unworthy to have life from christ; who Are we that christ should look upon such dead Dogs as we Are!
uh pn22 vmb vvi, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp np1; r-crq vbr pns12 cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp d j n2 c-acp pns12 vbr!
(17) part (DIV2)
368
Page 94
2765
Ah, but remember he doth not bargain for it, he doth not sell it, but bestows it freely.
Ah, but Remember he does not bargain for it, he does not fell it, but bestows it freely.
uh, cc-acp vvb pns31 vdz xx n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvz pn31 av-j.
(17) part (DIV2)
368
Page 94
2766
He gives it out to those sometimes who least deserve it, he looks for nothing in,
He gives it out to those sometime who least deserve it, he looks for nothing in,
pns31 vvz pn31 av p-acp d av r-crq av-ds vvi pn31, pns31 vvz p-acp pix p-acp,
(17) part (DIV2)
368
Page 94
2767
or from you, but the receiving of it at his hands.
or from you, but the receiving of it At his hands.
cc p-acp pn22, cc-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
368
Page 94
2768
Why then will you stand off when he calls? Why will you refuse life when Christ offers,
Why then will you stand off when he calls? Why will you refuse life when christ offers,
uh-crq av vmb pn22 vvi a-acp c-crq pns31 vvz? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi n1 c-crq np1 vvz,
(17) part (DIV2)
368
Page 94
2769
and when he offers it so freely? Why will you give the Lord of life occasion to complain, as Iohn 5.40. You will not come to me that you may have life, you will not come when you may have it for the fetching.
and when he offers it so freely? Why will you give the Lord of life occasion to complain, as John 5.40. You will not come to me that you may have life, you will not come when you may have it for the fetching.
cc c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 av av-j? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 crd. pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vmb vhi n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi c-crq pn22 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt vvg.
(17) part (DIV2)
368
Page 94
2770
Why you will say, perhaps, you cannot come; True, I confess you cannot in your natural estate;
Why you will say, perhaps, you cannot come; True, I confess you cannot in your natural estate;
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi, av, pn22 vmbx vvi; j, pns11 vvb pn22 vmbx p-acp po22 j n1;
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2771
but yet the greatest matter is, you will not come.
but yet the greatest matter is, you will not come.
cc-acp av dt js n1 vbz, pn22 vmb xx vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2772
And this appears, because you do not many of you what you can, and what is in your power to do.
And this appears, Because you do not many of you what you can, and what is in your power to do.
cc d vvz, c-acp pn22 vdb xx d pp-f pn22 r-crq pn22 vmb, cc r-crq vbz p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vdi.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2773
You do not wait upon the word of life, the word by which he worketh life in his people,
You do not wait upon the word of life, the word by which he works life in his people,
pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2774
but shamefully neglect it many of you, when the word is nigh you, when it is just without your doors.
but shamefully neglect it many of you, when the word is High you, when it is just without your doors.
cc-acp av-j vvi pn31 d pp-f pn22, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j pn22, c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp po22 n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2775
Christ speaks in life unto the souls of men, the words that he speaks are life, as 'tis hiw own expression,
christ speaks in life unto the Souls of men, the words that he speaks Are life, as it's hiw own expression,
np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, dt n2 cst pns31 vvz vbr n1, c-acp pn31|vbz pno31 d n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2776
and you will not hearken to them that your souls may live, Iohn 6.63. you do not yield your selves up to the operation of the words of Christ.
and you will not harken to them that your Souls may live, John 6.63. you do not yield your selves up to the operation of the words of christ.
cc pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 cst po22 n2 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2778
When it begins to quicken you, and raise you up, you close your eyes, and lie down in your graves of sin again.
When it begins to quicken you, and raise you up, you close your eyes, and lie down in your graves of since again.
c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 a-acp, pn22 vvb po22 n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp po22 n2 pp-f n1 av.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2779
Now, I beseech you, Brethren, when you feel a little stirring, a little quickning by the word, O let this word of life have a perfect work upon you.
Now, I beseech you, Brothers, when you feel a little stirring, a little quickening by the word, Oh let this word of life have a perfect work upon you.
av, pns11 vvb pn22, n2, c-crq pn22 vvb dt j n-vvg, dt j j-vvg p-acp dt n1, uh vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vhb dt j n1 p-acp pn22.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 94
2780
When life is offered in the Gospel, do not put it from you, and judge your selves unworthy of Eternal life,
When life is offered in the Gospel, do not put it from you, and judge your selves unworthy of Eternal life,
c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, cc vvb po22 n2 j pp-f j n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 95
2781
least Christ say to you in displeasure, Nay, if you will not live, then die for me, and die for ever.
lest christ say to you in displeasure, Nay, if you will not live, then die for me, and die for ever.
cs np1 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, uh-x, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi, av vvb p-acp pno11, cc vvi p-acp av.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 95
2782
And if you will not rise out of your graves, there lye, and rott, and stink for me, till you be raised to receive your last doom,
And if you will not rise out of your graves, there lie, and rot, and stink for me, till you be raised to receive your last doom,
cc cs pn22 vmb xx vvi av pp-f po22 n2, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp pno11, c-acp pn22 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po22 ord n1,
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 95
2783
and to be cast into the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.
and to be cast into the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
369
Page 95
2784
Is it so, that Iesus Christ doth freely give, &c. This then may serve us as an Antidote against the fear of losing the life which we receive from Christ,
Is it so, that Iesus christ does freely give, etc. This then may serve us as an Antidote against the Fear of losing the life which we receive from christ,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi, av np1 av vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1,
(17) part (DIV2)
370
Page 95
2785
and that upon a double ground. For
and that upon a double ground. For
cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1. p-acp
(17) part (DIV2)
370
Page 95
2786
First, if Jesus Christ give it, he himself will not withdraw it, but continue and increase it.
First, if jesus christ give it, he himself will not withdraw it, but continue and increase it.
ord, cs np1 np1 vvi pn31, pns31 px31 vmb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb cc vvi pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2787
He doth not use to give a thing and take a thing; no my Beloved, his gifts and callings are without repentance.
He does not use to give a thing and take a thing; no my beloved, his Gifts and callings Are without Repentance.
pns31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvi dt n1; av-dx po11 j-vvn, po31 n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2788
Its true, that the duration of this life depends upon continual animation and supply from Christ.
Its true, that the duration of this life depends upon continual animation and supply from christ.
po31 j, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2789
If once the vital influence which we have from him be interrupted and with-held, we are surely dead men.
If once the vital influence which we have from him be interrupted and withheld, we Are surely dead men.
cs a-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp pno31 vbi vvn cc vvn, pns12 vbr av-j j n2.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2790
But wherefore should we doubt that he will fail to animate us, or that he will with-hold the influences of this life from us? Nothing without himself did induce him first to give it.
But Wherefore should we doubt that he will fail to animate us, or that he will withhold the influences of this life from us? Nothing without himself did induce him First to give it.
p-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12? pix p-acp px31 vdd vvi pno31 ord pc-acp vvi pn31.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2791
And therefore on the self-same ground, he will uphold it and maintain it. He gave it freely, and therefore certainly he will continue it as freely too.
And Therefore on the selfsame ground, he will uphold it and maintain it. He gave it freely, and Therefore Certainly he will continue it as freely too.
cc av p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31. pns31 vvd pn31 av-j, cc av av-j pns31 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp av-j av.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2792
Yea he will be so far from lessening and extinguishing this life of his, in any of his Saints, that he will encrease it still.
Yea he will be so Far from lessening and extinguishing this life of his, in any of his Saints, that he will increase it still.
uh pns31 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg cc vvg d n1 pp-f png31, p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2793
As it shall be a lasting and enduring, so it shall be a growing and encreasing life.
As it shall be a lasting and enduring, so it shall be a growing and increasing life.
p-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt j-vvg cc vvg, av pn31 vmb vbi dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2794
This was the end of his coming, as his own expression is, Ioh. 10.10. I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
This was the end of his coming, as his own expression is, John 10.10. I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, c-acp po31 d n1 vbz, np1 crd. pns11 vbm vvn cst pns32 vmd vhi n1, cc cst pns32 vmd vhi pn31 av-dc av-j.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2795
If they have a little more, they shall not have less, but more. Christ gives his people the fountain of life, Apoc. 21.6. not the stream only, but the fountain too.
If they have a little more, they shall not have less, but more. christ gives his people the fountain of life, Apocalypse 21.6. not the stream only, but the fountain too.
cs pns32 vhb dt j n1, pns32 vmb xx vhi dc, cc-acp av-dc. np1 vvz po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. xx dt n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 av.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2796
The stream may fail, but the fountain cannot fail.
The stream may fail, but the fountain cannot fail.
dt n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2797
At least the stream might fail, but that it is continually fed and nourished by the fountain.
At least the stream might fail, but that it is continually fed and nourished by the fountain.
p-acp ds dt n1 vmd vvi, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
371
Page 95
2798
Secondly, if Christ give his people life, as he himself will not withdraw it, so he will not suffer it to be destroyed by any other.
Secondly, if christ give his people life, as he himself will not withdraw it, so he will not suffer it to be destroyed by any other.
ord, cs np1 vvb po31 n1 n1, c-acp pns31 px31 vmb xx vvi pn31, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn.
(17) part (DIV2)
372
Page 95
2799
He will undoubtedly maintain his own act, his own gift, against the power of hell itself.
He will undoubtedly maintain his own act, his own gift, against the power of hell itself.
pns31 vmb av-j vvi po31 d n1, po31 d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 px31.
(17) part (DIV2)
372
Page 95
2800
Depend upon it, you that have received life from Christ, the second death shall have no power upon you.
Depend upon it, you that have received life from christ, the second death shall have no power upon you.
vvb p-acp pn31, pn22 cst vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, dt ord n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pn22.
(17) part (DIV2)
372
Page 95
2801
It may assault you and attempt you, but it shall not overcome you. I give my sheep eternal life, saith Christ, Iohn 10.28. and what follows? Why as I give it, so I will maintain it too;
It may assault you and attempt you, but it shall not overcome you. I give my sheep Eternal life, Says christ, John 10.28. and what follows? Why as I give it, so I will maintain it too;
pn31 vmb vvi pn22 cc vvb pn22, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi pn22. pns11 vvb po11 n1 j n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. cc q-crq vvz? q-crq c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av;
(17) part (DIV2)
372
Page 95
2802
I will make good this gift of mine, against the greatest opposition.
I will make good this gift of mine, against the greatest opposition.
pns11 vmb vvi j d n1 pp-f png11, p-acp dt js n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
372
Page 95
2803
And therefore it is added presently, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.
And Therefore it is added presently, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cc pns32 vmb av-x vvi, dx vmb d n1 vvb pno32 av pp-f po11 n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
372
Page 95
2804
Is it so, that Christ Iesus doth freely give, &c. the greater thankfulness is due to him from all that have received this life from him.
Is it so, that christ Iesus does freely give, etc. the greater thankfulness is due to him from all that have received this life from him.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vdz av-j vvi, av dt jc n1 vbz j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp d cst vhb vvn d n1 p-acp pno31.
(17) part (DIV2)
373
Page 95
2805
If he had sold it, our gratitude had been prevented.
If he had sold it, our gratitude had been prevented.
cs pns31 vhd vvn pn31, po12 n1 vhd vbn vvn.
(17) part (DIV2)
373
Page 95
2806
If we had purchased it, or deserved it, we might have thanked our selves, and not Christ.
If we had purchased it, or deserved it, we might have thanked our selves, and not christ.
cs pns12 vhd vvn pn31, cc vvd pn31, pns12 vmd vhi vvn po12 n2, cc xx np1.
(17) part (DIV2)
373
Page 95
2807
For who will give another thanks for that which he paid for? But now the business is contrived and managed so that Christ may have much praise and much glory.
For who will give Another thanks for that which he paid for? But now the business is contrived and managed so that christ may have much praise and much glory.
p-acp r-crq vmb vvi j-jn n2 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp? p-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn av cst np1 vmb vhi d n1 cc d n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
373
Page 95
2808
If he give you life, do you give him thanks, expressed by holiness and by obedience.
If he give you life, do you give him thanks, expressed by holiness and by Obedience.
cs pns31 vvb pn22 n1, vdb pn22 vvi pno31 n2, vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(17) part (DIV2)
373
Page 95
2809
Less then this you cannot tender, and more then this Christ doth not expect from you.
Less then this you cannot tender, and more then this christ does not expect from you.
dc cs d pn22 vmbx vvi, cc av-dc cs d np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pn22.
(17) part (DIV2)
373
Page 95
2810
John 17.2. To as many as thou hast given him.
John 17.2. To as many as thou hast given him.
np1 crd. p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
373
Page 96
2811
AND thus far of the thing it self to be dispensed by virtue of the power and the authority of Jesus Christ with which he is invested by his Father,
AND thus Far of the thing it self to be dispensed by virtue of the power and the Authority of jesus christ with which he is invested by his Father,
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
375
Page 96
2812
and that is life, yea, it is Eternal life.
and that is life, yea, it is Eternal life.
cc d vbz n1, uh, pn31 vbz j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
375
Page 96
2813
As also of the manner or the way of dispensation, it is to be dispensed as a gift, in the nature of a gift, in a way of free donation, That he should give eternal life.
As also of the manner or the Way of Dispensation, it is to be dispensed as a gift, in the nature of a gift, in a Way of free donation, That he should give Eternal life.
p-acp av pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
375
Page 96
2814
The objects of this dispensation, or the persons to whom this life here mentioned is to be dispensed, comes now in order to be handled,
The objects of this Dispensation, or the Persons to whom this life Here mentioned is to be dispensed, comes now in order to be handled,
dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc dt n2 p-acp ro-crq d n1 av vvn vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn,
(18) part (DIV2)
376
Page 96
2815
and they are such, only such, and all such, as God the Father hath bestowed on Jesus Christ, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
and they Are such, only such, and all such, as God the Father hath bestowed on jesus christ, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
cc pns32 vbr d, av-j d, cc d d, c-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp np1 np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
376
Page 96
2816
My text you see is still upon a strain of giving, God gives the Son power, that the Son may give life to those whom God gives him;
My text you see is still upon a strain of giving, God gives the Son power, that the Son may give life to those whom God gives him;
po11 n1 pn22 vvb vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, np1 vvz dt n1 n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz pno31;
(18) part (DIV2)
376
Page 96
2817
to as many as God hath given him. to as many as God hath given him.
p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
376
Page 96
2818
I do not hear that Jesus Christ hath power to give Eternal life to all the world, to all men,
I do not hear that jesus christ hath power to give Eternal life to all the world, to all men,
pns11 vdb xx vvi cst np1 np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n2,
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2820
And they my brethren, are so far from being all, that they are not said expresly to be many,
And they my brothers, Are so Far from being all, that they Are not said expressly to be many,
cc pns32 po11 n2, vbr av av-j p-acp vbg d, cst pns32 vbr xx vvn av-j pc-acp vbi d,
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2821
but as many, and they may be no great number.
but as many, and they may be no great number.
cc-acp c-acp d, cc pns32 vmb vbi dx j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2822
That he should give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him, who are comparatively, but a few.That he should give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him, who Are comparatively, but a few.
cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, r-crq vbr av-j, cc-acp dt d.
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2823
Many are called indeed, but few are chosen, and consequently few are saved.Many Are called indeed, but few Are chosen, and consequently few Are saved.
d vbr vvn av, p-acp d vbr vvn, cc av-j d vbr vvn.
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2824
They are not many then, if you compare them with the rest that are not made partakers of this glorious priviledge to have life from Jesus Christ,
They Are not many then, if you compare them with the rest that Are not made partakers of this glorious privilege to have life from jesus christ,
pns32 vbr xx d av, cs pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst vbr xx vvn n2 pp-f d j n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1,
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2825
but yet they are as many as God hath given him.
but yet they Are as many as God hath given him.
cc-acp av pns32 vbr p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
377
Page 96
2826
So the persons are described who are to have this life from Christ, not by their own internal quality or disposition, not by their own external action,
So the Persons Are described who Are to have this life from christ, not by their own internal quality or disposition, not by their own external actium,
av dt n2 vbr vvn r-crq vbr pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp np1, xx p-acp po32 d j n1 cc n1, xx p-acp po32 d j n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
378
Page 96
2827
but by the act of of God upon them, or concerning them, his giving them to Jesus Christ.
but by the act of of God upon them, or Concerning them, his giving them to jesus christ.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc vvg pno32, po31 vvg pno32 p-acp np1 np1.
(18) part (DIV2)
378
Page 96
2828
Let them be what they will in all considerations and respects besides, it matters not in this regard;
Let them be what they will in all considerations and respects beside, it matters not in this regard;
vvb pno32 vbi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp d n2 cc n2 a-acp, pn31 n2 xx p-acp d n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
378
Page 96
2829
of what Nation, or of what condition, or of what station, or of what disposition,
of what nation, or of what condition, or of what station, or of what disposition,
pp-f r-crq n1, cc pp-f r-crq n1, cc pp-f r-crq n1, cc pp-f r-crq n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
378
Page 96
2830
or of what conversation, if God have given them to Jesus Christ, they shall in his appointed time have life from him:
or of what Conversation, if God have given them to jesus christ, they shall in his appointed time have life from him:
cc pp-f r-crq n1, cs np1 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vmb p-acp po31 j-vvn n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno31:
(18) part (DIV2)
378
Page 96
2831
But then we must distinguish of the Fathers giving to the Son. The Father gives men to his Son Christ, either for outward ministration,
But then we must distinguish of the Father's giving to the Son. The Father gives men to his Son christ, either for outward ministration,
p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1 np1, av-d p-acp j n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
379
Page 96
2832
or else for inward Union and incorporation; either to be his servants, or to be his members.
or Else for inward union and incorporation; either to be his Servants, or to be his members.
cc av p-acp j n1 cc n1; d pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vbi po31 n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
379
Page 96
2833
In the first sense Judas himself was given to the Lord Christ to be his Minister,
In the First sense Judas himself was given to the Lord christ to be his Minister,
p-acp dt ord n1 np1 px31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 96
2834
and his Apostle, as Christ himself acknowledgeth expressedly to his Father in the 12th. verse of this very Chapter.
and his Apostle, as christ himself acknowledgeth expressedly to his Father in the 12th. verse of this very Chapter.
cc po31 n1, c-acp np1 px31 vvz av-vvn pc-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ord. n1 pp-f d j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 96
2835
Those whom thou gavest me I have kept, saith he, and none of them is lost but the Son of Perdition. Those whom thou Gavest me I have kept, Says he, and none of them is lost but the Son of Perdition.
d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vhb vvn, vvz pns31, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 96
2836
Now they who in this sense are given to the Lord Christ, to be his Ministers and servants only, not his members, have not eternal life from him,
Now they who in this sense Are given to the Lord christ, to be his Ministers and Servants only, not his members, have not Eternal life from him,
av pns32 r-crq p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cc n2 av-j, xx po31 n2, vhb xx j n1 p-acp pno31,
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 97
2837
as is apparent from the former instance.
as is apparent from the former instance.
c-acp vbz j p-acp dt j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 97
2838
Judas was given to him so, and yet he was a lost Creature, yea, he is stiled in the fore-alledged place the Son of perdition.Judas was given to him so, and yet he was a lost Creature, yea, he is styled in the fore-alleged place the Son of perdition.
np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 av, cc av pns31 vbds dt j-vvn n1, uh, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 97
2839
None of them whom thou gavest me is lost, but the son of perdition. One of them was lost then, though there were but one lost.None of them whom thou Gavest me is lost, but the son of perdition. One of them was lost then, though there were but one lost.
pi pp-f pno32 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd pp-f pno32 vbds vvn av, cs pc-acp vbdr cc-acp pi vvn.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 97
2840
The Father gave him to the Son, and he lost him.
The Father gave him to the Son, and he lost him.
dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 97
2841
And therefore he, Iudas I mean, though he were given him, had not eternal life from him.
And Therefore he, Iudas I mean, though he were given him, had not Eternal life from him.
cc av pns31, np1 pns11 vvb, cs pns31 vbdr vvn pno31, vhd xx j n1 p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
380
Page 97
2842
But now there are another sort, whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ for inward union,
But now there Are Another sort, whom God the Father gives to jesus christ for inward Union,
p-acp av a-acp vbr j-jn n1, ro-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
381
Page 97
2843
and incorparation, whom he bestows upon him to be members of his body, and they must needs have life from him,
and incorparation, whom he bestows upon him to be members of his body, and they must needs have life from him,
cc n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc pns32 vmb av vhi n1 p-acp pno31,
(18) part (DIV2)
381
Page 97
2844
or else how shall they be his members? If there be union with him, there must be animation from him.
or Else how shall they be his members? If there be Union with him, there must be animation from him.
cc av q-crq vmb pns32 vbi po31 n2? cs pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
381
Page 97
2845
As many as are given thus to Christ, shall certainly be quickned by him, he hath received authority and power for this End. As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
As many as Are given thus to christ, shall Certainly be quickened by him, he hath received Authority and power for this End. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn av p-acp np1, vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vhz vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
381
Page 97
2846
You see the meaning of the words: the points suggested here are two.
You see the meaning of the words: the points suggested Here Are two.
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2: dt n2 vvd av vbr crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
382
Page 97
2847
First there are a certain company of men, whom God the Father, in a special manner gives to Jesus Christ.
First there Are a certain company of men, whom God the Father, in a special manner gives to jesus christ.
ord pc-acp vbr dt j n1 pp-f n2, ro-crq np1 dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1.
(18) part (DIV2)
382
Page 97
2848
And secondly, That Jesus Christ hath power to give eternal life to such and all such as are bestowed upon him by his Father,
And secondly, That jesus christ hath power to give Eternal life to such and all such as Are bestowed upon him by his Father,
cc ord, cst np1 np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d cc d d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
382
Page 97
2849
but he hath no power at all to give this life to any other. At this time of the first of these.
but he hath no power At all to give this life to any other. At this time of the First of these.
cc-acp pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n-jn. p-acp d n1 pp-f dt ord pp-f d.
(18) part (DIV2)
382
Page 97
2850
DOCTRINE. There are a certain company of men whom God the father in a special manner gives to Iesus Christ.DOCTRINE. There Are a certain company of men whom God the father in a special manner gives to Iesus christ.
n1. pc-acp vbr dt j n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1.
(18) part (DIV2)
382
Page 97
2851
Some have this priviledge above the rest of lost mankind, that God the Father gives them to his son Christ:
some have this privilege above the rest of lost mankind, that God the Father gives them to his son christ:
d vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, cst np1 dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1 np1:
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2852
and gives them to him in a special manner, as I shewed you even now, not to be his servants only, but his members too.
and gives them to him in a special manner, as I showed you even now, not to be his Servants only, but his members too.
cc vvz pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 av av, xx pc-acp vbi po31 n2 av-j, cc-acp po31 n2 av.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2853
He bestows them upon Christ to be his own peculiar people. And this is cleerly intimated in that profession of our Saviour, Iohn 6.39. this is my Fathers will, saith he, that of all which he hath given me, I should lose nothing.
He bestows them upon christ to be his own peculiar people. And this is clearly intimated in that profession of our Saviour, John 6.39. this is my Father's will, Says he, that of all which he hath given me, I should loose nothing.
pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi po31 d j n1. cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd. d vbz po11 ng1 n1, vvz pns31, d pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmd vvi pix.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2854
The thing admitted there is cleer by this, that some are given him by his Father,
The thing admitted there is clear by this, that Some Are given him by his Father,
dt n1 vvn a-acp vbz j p-acp d, cst d vbr vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2855
and given him so that they are not to be lost.
and given him so that they Are not to be lost.
cc vvn pno31 av cst pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2856
And consequently, in another way then Iudas was, who was bestowed on Christ as you have heard,
And consequently, in Another Way then Iudas was, who was bestowed on christ as you have herd,
cc av-j, p-acp j-jn n1 av np1 vbds, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 c-acp pn22 vhb vvn,
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2857
and yet he was the son of Perdition. So, in the 37. verse he hath the same.
and yet he was the son of Perdition. So, in the 37. verse he hath the same.
cc av pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1. np1, p-acp dt crd n1 pns31 vhz dt d.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2858
Expression, where he speaks of all those whom his Father gives him.
Expression, where he speaks of all those whom his Father gives him.
n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f d d r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2859
And on this ground it is that Jesus Christ laies claim to such viz. by vertue of donation from his Father:
And on this ground it is that jesus christ lays claim to such viz. by virtue of donation from his Father:
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz cst np1 np1 vvz n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2860
Here am I, and the children which thou hast given me. Thine they were saith Jesus Christ, Iohn 17.6. Mark that Expression, Thine they were, as who should says, Now they are thine no longer.Here am I, and the children which thou hast given me. Thine they were Says jesus christ, John 17.6. Mark that Expression, Thine they were, as who should Says, Now they Are thine no longer.
av vbm pns11, cc dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. png21 pns32 vbdr vvz np1 np1, np1 crd. n1 cst n1, po21 pns32 vbdr, p-acp r-crq vmd zz, av pns32 vbr png21 dx jc.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2861
They have been thine, I must acknowledge, but now the property in some respect is altered, they are no longer thine, but mine.
They have been thine, I must acknowledge, but now the property in Some respect is altered, they Are no longer thine, but mine.
pns32 vhb vbn png21, pns11 vmb vvi, cc-acp av dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vbr av-dx av-jc po21, cc-acp png11.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2862
Why, which way came you by them? might the Father say. The Son replies, by thy own free gift.
Why, which Way Come you by them? might the Father say. The Son replies, by thy own free gift.
uh-crq, r-crq n1 vvd pn22 p-acp pno32? vmd dt n1 vvb. dt n1 vvz, p-acp po21 d j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
383
Page 97
2864
So that you see there are a company of men whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ.
So that you see there Are a company of men whom God the Father gives to jesus christ.
av cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1.
(18) part (DIV2)
384
Page 98
2865
And further yet, They are a certain company of men:
And further yet, They Are a certain company of men:
cc jc av, pns32 vbr dt j n1 pp-f n2:
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2866
they are just thus many, not a person more or less, That he should give eternal life to as many as God hath given him, so that the number of them is precisely and exactly known to God:
they Are just thus many, not a person more or less, That he should give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him, so that the number of them is precisely and exactly known to God:
pns32 vbr j av d, xx dt n1 av-dc cc av-dc, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, av cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp np1:
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2867
he knows how many there be of them to a man. He hath determined absolutely, and unalterably with himself, that Christ shall have such a number,
he knows how many there be of them to a man. He hath determined absolutely, and unalterably with himself, that christ shall have such a number,
pns31 vvz c-crq d pc-acp vbi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1. pns31 vhz vvn av-j, cc av-j p-acp px31, cst np1 vmb vhi d dt n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2868
so many millions, or the like.
so many millions, or the like.
av d crd, cc dt j.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2869
And he hath also peremptorily resolved, that such particular and individual persons known to him from everlasting, shall make up the number.
And he hath also peremptorily resolved, that such particular and Individu Persons known to him from everlasting, shall make up the number.
cc pns31 vhz av av-j vvn, cst d j cc j-jn n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j, vmb vvi a-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2870
Whom he fore-knew, them did he predestinate, saith the Apostle, Rom. 8.29. Those very men and no others.Whom he foreknew, them did he predestinate, Says the Apostle, Rom. 8.29. Those very men and no Others.
ro-crq pns31 j, pns32 vdd pno31 j, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. d j n2 cc dx n2-jn.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2871
And hence our saviour speaks of such as if he knew them every one by name.
And hence our Saviour speaks of such as if he knew them every one by name.
cc av po12 n1 vvz pp-f d c-acp cs pns31 vvd pno32 d pi p-acp n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2872
I pray for them. I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me, Iohn 17.9.I pray for them. I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me, John 17.9.
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32. pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2873
So that our Saviour Christ distinguishes, you see, he knows who are his own by free donation of his Father, and for them he prayes.
So that our Saviour christ Distinguishes, you see, he knows who Are his own by free donation of his Father, and for them he prays.
av cst po12 n1 np1 vvz, pn22 vvb, pns31 vvz r-crq vbr po31 d p-acp j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2874
He knows who are not given up to him, but continue in the world & of the world,
He knows who Are not given up to him, but continue in the world & of the world,
pns31 vvz r-crq vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2875
and for them he prayes not. The point is plain you see, and needs no further confirmation.
and for them he prays not. The point is plain you see, and needs no further confirmation.
cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz xx. dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cc av dx jc n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
385
Page 98
2876
There are a certain company of men, &c.
There Are a certain company of men, etc.
pc-acp vbr dt j n1 pp-f n2, av
(18) part (DIV2)
386
Page 98
2877
If you desire to know the reason why God the Father gives them to his Son Christ, it is very manifest:
If you desire to know the reason why God the Father gives them to his Son christ, it is very manifest:
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq np1 dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1 np1, pn31 vbz av j:
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2878
because else he could not have them.
Because Else he could not have them.
c-acp av pns31 vmd xx vhi pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2879
He could have none to be his own peculiar people, he could have none to be his members unless he had them by donation from the Father;
He could have none to be his own peculiar people, he could have none to be his members unless he had them by donation from the Father;
pns31 vmd vhi pix pc-acp vbi po31 d j n1, pns31 vmd vhi pix pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cs pns31 vhd pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2880
For you must know that primitively and originally all the world, and all the people in it, are the Fathers.
For you must know that primitively and originally all the world, and all the people in it, Are the Father's.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cst av-j cc av-j d dt n1, cc d dt n1 p-acp pn31, vbr dt n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2881
Jesus Christ as he is man, and as he is Mediator and Redeemer, hath not right to one person,
jesus christ as he is man, and as he is Mediator and Redeemer, hath not right to one person,
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1, vhz xx j-jn p-acp crd n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2882
unless it be devolved over to him from the Father.
unless it be devolved over to him from the Father.
cs pn31 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2883
Indeed he made the world as he is God, or God the Father made it by him, as the Scripture-phrase is:
Indeed he made the world as he is God, or God the Father made it by him, as the Scripture phrase is:
av pns31 vvd dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz np1, cc np1 dt n1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 vbz:
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2884
but as the Mediator of the Church he is not the Creator of the world. Creation is most properly the act of God the Father, as Redemption of the Son,
but as the Mediator of the Church he is not the Creator of the world. Creation is most properly the act of God the Father, as Redemption of the Son,
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1. n1 vbz av-ds av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, c-acp n1 pp-f dt n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2885
and consequently all the world are primitively God the Fathers. His they are, for he made them.
and consequently all the world Are primitively God the Father's. His they Are, for he made them.
cc av-j d dt n1 vbr av-j np1 dt n2. po31 pns32 vbr, c-acp pns31 vvd pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2886
It is the greatest reason in the world that he that makes a thing should own it too, that it should be his that made it.
It is the greatest reason in the world that he that makes a thing should own it too, that it should be his that made it.
pn31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 av, cst pn31 vmd vbi po31 cst vvd pn31.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2887
That he that gives a thing being, should have a title to it, while it hath a being,
That he that gives a thing being, should have a title to it, while it hath a being,
cst pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vbg, vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vhz dt vbg,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2888
unless he voluntarily and freely make it over to another.
unless he voluntarily and freely make it over to Another.
cs pns31 av-jn cc av-j vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2889
But how shall Christ as he is a Mediator have a people then to be his members,
But how shall christ as he is a Mediator have a people then to be his members,
p-acp q-crq vmb np1 p-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 vhi dt n1 av pc-acp vbi po31 n2,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2890
and to make up the Church a body for him, if all originally be the Fathers? Why truly either he must create new people,
and to make up the Church a body for him, if all originally be the Father's? Why truly either he must create new people,
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 dt n1 p-acp pno31, cs d av-j vbb dt n2? q-crq av-j d pns31 vmb vvi j n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2891
and that as man he cannot do: as God incarnate and manifested in the flesh he is not come to do:
and that as man he cannot do: as God incarnate and manifested in the Flesh he is not come to do:
cc cst p-acp n1 pns31 vmbx vdi: c-acp np1 j cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vdi:
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2892
or else he must have some considerable number, that are already made, from God the Father.
or Else he must have Some considerable number, that Are already made, from God the Father.
cc av pns31 vmb vhi d j n1, cst vbr av vvn, p-acp np1 dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2893
And thus the Father is content to yield to him;
And thus the Father is content to yield to him;
cc av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31;
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2894
rather then he should want a company of men to be his members, he will spare him some of his,
rather then he should want a company of men to be his members, he will spare him Some of his,
av cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 d pp-f png31,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2895
and others he will keep for other purposes to execute his wrath, and manifest the glory of his Justice on.
and Others he will keep for other Purposes to execute his wrath, and manifest the glory of his justice on.
cc n2-jn pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 a-acp.
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2896
God will prepare a body of him, and bestow a body on him, of those that appertain to him:
God will prepare a body of him, and bestow a body on him, of those that appertain to him:
np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno31:
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2897
Which is perhaps in part the sence of that Expression of our Saviour, Heb. 10.5, When he cometh into the world, he saith, Sacrifice and offering thou wouldst not,
Which is perhaps in part the sense of that Expression of our Saviour, Hebrew 10.5, When he comes into the world, he Says, Sacrifice and offering thou Wouldst not,
r-crq vbz av p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz, n1 cc n1 pns21 vmd2 xx,
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 98
2898
but a body hast thou prepared me, not only a Natural but a Mystical body. Well then, you see, my brethren, how the matter comes about;but a body hast thou prepared me, not only a Natural but a Mystical body. Well then, you see, my brothers, how the matter comes about;
cc-acp dt n1 vh2 pns21 vvd pno11, xx av-j dt j p-acp dt j n1. av av, pn22 vvb, po11 n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp;
(18) part (DIV2)
387
Page 99
2899
Christ must have some to be a body and to be a people to him,
christ must have Some to be a body and to be a people to him,
np1 vmb vhi d pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31,
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2900
or wherefore did he take our flesh upon him, why did he come into the world? As man and Mediator he hath none originally of his own.
or Wherefore did he take our Flesh upon him, why did he come into the world? As man and Mediator he hath none originally of his own.
cc q-crq vdd pns31 vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31, q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1? p-acp n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz pix av-j pp-f po31 d.
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2901
And therefore God the Father gives him some. There are a people for thee, saith the Father, thou shalt have such and such,
And Therefore God the Father gives him Some. There Are a people for thee, Says the Father, thou shalt have such and such,
cc av np1 dt n1 vvz pno31 d. pc-acp vbr dt n1 p-acp pno21, vvz dt n1, pns21 vm2 vhi d cc d,
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2902
and such, I give them freely to thee that thou maist give Eternal life to them.
and such, I give them freely to thee that thou Mayest give Eternal life to them.
cc d, pns11 vvb pno32 av-j p-acp pno21 cst pns21 vm2 vvi j n1 p-acp pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2903
So many thou shalt have among the Jews:
So many thou shalt have among the jews:
av d pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp dt np2:
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2904
and if that be not sufficient, thou shalt have as many more as thou wilt ask among the Gentiles, Psal 2.7. Ask of me and I will give thee the heathen for thine inheritance.
and if that be not sufficient, thou shalt have as many more as thou wilt ask among the Gentiles, Psalm 2.7. Ask of me and I will give thee the heathen for thine inheritance.
cc cs d vbb xx j, pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp d dc c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n2-j, np1 crd. vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j-jn p-acp po21 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2905
And hence our Saviour speaking of his people acknowledgeth they were his Fathers first, and that they came to him by his gift.
And hence our Saviour speaking of his people acknowledgeth they were his Father's First, and that they Come to him by his gift.
cc av po12 n1 vvg pp-f po31 n1 vvz pns32 vbdr po31 n2 ord, cc cst pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2906
Thine they were; They were thine, though the case be altered now, for thine are mine, as you may see, John 17.10.Thine they were; They were thine, though the case be altered now, for thine Are mine, as you may see, John 17.10.
po21 pns32 vbdr; pns32 vbdr png21, cs dt n1 vbb vvn av, p-acp po21 vbr png11, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
388
Page 99
2907
Now is it so, my brethren, that there is a certain company of men, &c. Then in the first place here is matter of astonishment, that God the Father should bestow upon his Son such a gift as this:
Now is it so, my brothers, that there is a certain company of men, etc. Then in the First place Here is matter of astonishment, that God the Father should bestow upon his Son such a gift as this:
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, av av p-acp dt ord n1 av vbz n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 d dt n1 c-acp d:
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2908
that he should have no better thing to give him then a Company of poor wretched lost creatures, That Jesus Christ should accept of such a gift as this is:
that he should have no better thing to give him then a Company of poor wretched lost creatures, That jesus christ should accept of such a gift as this is:
cst pns31 vmd vhi dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av dt n1 pp-f j j j-vvn n2, cst np1 np1 vmd vvi pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d vbz:
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2909
truly, my brethren, there is so much wonder in it, that it is able to amaze the man that thinks upon it.
truly, my brothers, there is so much wonder in it, that it is able to amaze the man that thinks upon it.
av-j, po11 n2, pc-acp vbz av av-d vvi p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pn31.
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2910
Why, who are we, that God the Father should think us fit to be made over by a deed of gift to Jesus Christ? What worth is there in us that we should be so much as thought upon for such a purpose? As if Christ stood in need of us,
Why, who Are we, that God the Father should think us fit to be made over by a deed of gift to jesus christ? What worth is there in us that we should be so much as Thought upon for such a purpose? As if christ stood in need of us,
uh-crq, q-crq vbr pns12, cst np1 dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1? q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmd vbi av av-d c-acp vvd p-acp p-acp d dt n1? p-acp cs np1 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f pno12,
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2911
as if we might be an addition and advantage to him any way.
as if we might be an addition and advantage to him any Way.
c-acp cs pns12 vmd vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2912
Whence is it that our Saviour should receive us at his Fathers hands? that he should have the least regard to such poor inconsiderable stuff as we are,
Whence is it that our Saviour should receive us At his Father's hands? that he should have the least regard to such poor inconsiderable stuff as we Are,
q-crq vbz pn31 cst po12 n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp po31 ng1 n2? cst pns31 vmd vhi dt ds n1 p-acp d j j n1 c-acp pns12 vbr,
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2913
so far as to accept of us? hath he not got a great purchase?
so Far as to accept of us? hath he not god a great purchase?
av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f pno12? vhz pns31 xx vvn dt j n1?
(18) part (DIV2)
389
Page 99
2914
And yet the Father seems to value us so far that Jesus Christ is fain so ask us too, before he have us:
And yet the Father seems to valve us so Far that jesus christ is fain so ask us too, before he have us:
cc av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 av av-j cst np1 np1 vbz av-j av vvb pno12 av, c-acp pns31 vhb pno12:
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2915
Ask of me, and I will give thee the heathen for thy own possession, otherwise I will not.Ask of me, and I will give thee the heathen for thy own possession, otherwise I will not.
vvb pp-f pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j-jn p-acp po21 d n1, av pns11 vmb xx.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2916
And Christ is very well content to stoop to this, to begg us a special boon of God the Father, to become a Suitor to him, that he may have such and such to be his people.
And christ is very well content to stoop to this, to beg us a special boon of God the Father, to become a Suitor to him, that he may have such and such to be his people.
cc np1 vbz av av j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vhi d cc d pc-acp vbi po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2917
Good Father give me such a man or such a woman: I reckon not of others:
Good Father give me such a man or such a woman: I reckon not of Others:
j n1 vvb pno11 d dt n1 cc d dt n1: pns11 vvb xx pp-f n2-jn:
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2918
take them who will for me:
take them who will for me:
vvb pno32 r-crq vmb p-acp pno11:
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2919
but these I am desirous of, and therefore I beseech thee to bestow them on me.
but these I am desirous of, and Therefore I beseech thee to bestow them on me.
cc-acp d pns11 vbm j pp-f, cc av pns11 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno11.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2920
And having gotten us, he seems to glory in us, and to be so tender of us,
And having got us, he seems to glory in us, and to be so tender of us,
cc vhg vvn pno12, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vbi av j pp-f pno12,
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2921
as if we were some rich purchase, as if we were of very great use to him,
as if we were Some rich purchase, as if we were of very great use to him,
c-acp cs pns12 vbdr d j n1, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr pp-f av j n1 p-acp pno31,
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2922
as you may see in this Chapter all along.
as you may see in this Chapter all along.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 d a-acp.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2923
Sometimes he shows the Father what a high esteem he hath of those whom he hath given him:
Sometime he shows the Father what a high esteem he hath of those whom he hath given him:
av pns31 vvz dt n1 r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vhz pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31:
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2924
how carefully he teacheth them, and showeth them all his Fathers name, how tenderly he keeps them,
how carefully he Teaches them, and Showeth them all his Father's name, how tenderly he keeps them,
c-crq av-j pns31 vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 d po31 ng1 n1, c-crq av-j pns31 vvz pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2925
how dearly he affects them, and how his heart is set upon them.
how dearly he affects them, and how his heart is Set upon them.
c-crq av-jn pns31 vvz pno32, cc c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2926
Sometimes he beggs his Father for them to preserve them, to sanctifie them, to make the world know that he loveth them,
Sometime he begs his Father for them to preserve them, to sanctify them, to make the world know that he loves them,
av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb cst pns31 vvz pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2927
even as he loveth Jesus Christ himself, to make them one among themselves, and one with him;
even as he loves jesus christ himself, to make them one among themselves, and one with him;
av c-acp pns31 vvz np1 np1 px31, pc-acp vvi pno32 pi p-acp px32, cc pi p-acp pno31;
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2928
to bring them to the same place where Christ is, as if he could not live in Heaven without them.
to bring them to the same place where christ is, as if he could not live in Heaven without them.
pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt d n1 c-crq np1 vbz, c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 99
2949
we would keep such a thing with all care, especially if he bestow it on us with this Condition that we keep it for his sake;
we would keep such a thing with all care, especially if he bestow it on us with this Condition that we keep it for his sake;
pns12 vmd vvi d dt n1 p-acp d n1, av-j cs pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2929
Ah, my beloved, did we follow on this mercy, as far as we could reach it in our thoughts, we should at length (finding no end or bottom in it) cry out as the Apostle, Oh the depth of the riches &c. Are there a certain company of men whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ? then surely they that have the happiness to be of this selected company, are in a very good case.
Ah, my Beloved, did we follow on this mercy, as Far as we could reach it in our thoughts, we should At length (finding no end or bottom in it) cry out as the Apostle, O the depth of the riches etc. are there a certain company of men whom God the Father gives to jesus christ? then surely they that have the happiness to be of this selected company, Are in a very good case.
uh, po11 j-vvn, vdd pns12 vvi p-acp d n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd p-acp n1 (vvg dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31) vvb av p-acp dt n1, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av vbr a-acp av j n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1? av av-j pns32 cst vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f d vvn n1, vbr p-acp dt j j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
390
Page 100
2930
It is impossible that they should perish, and that upon a double ground. For,
It is impossible that they should perish, and that upon a double ground. For,
pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vmd vvi, cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1. p-acp,
(18) part (DIV2)
391
Page 100
2931
First, If God the Father give them to his Son Christ, you may be sure that Christ will have them;
First, If God the Father give them to his Son christ, you may be sure that christ will have them;
ord, cs np1 dt n1 vvb pno32 p-acp po31 n1 np1, pn22 vmb vbi j cst np1 vmb vhi pno32;
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2932
the gift of God the Father shall not be in vain to him, he will not lose his end in this business.
the gift of God the Father shall not be in vain to him, he will not loose his end in this business.
dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2933
If he give them to his Son, he will see his Son shall have them.
If he give them to his Son, he will see his Son shall have them.
cs pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 vmb vhi pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2934
If he bestow them upon Christ to be his members, he will see they shall, in his appointed time, be joyned to him,
If he bestow them upon christ to be his members, he will see they shall, in his appointed time, be joined to him,
cs pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pns32 vmb, p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, vbb vvn p-acp pno31,
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2935
and nothing in the world shall keep them off from him.
and nothing in the world shall keep them off from him.
cc pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2936
It may be many of them who belong to Christ, in the eternal Counsel and decree of God, are yet without;
It may be many of them who belong to christ, in the Eternal Counsel and Decree of God, Are yet without;
pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbr av p-acp;
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2937
but God will surely bring them in, in his season.
but God will surely bring them in, in his season.
cc-acp np1 vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp, p-acp po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2938
Let them be as averse from Christ and from his wayes as it is possible for men to be:
Let them be as averse from christ and from his ways as it is possible for men to be:
vvb pno32 vbi p-acp j p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n2 c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi:
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2939
let them stand never so far off, the Father who hath given them to Christ, will certainly take care that they shall come in to him,
let them stand never so Far off, the Father who hath given them to christ, will Certainly take care that they shall come in to him,
vvb pno32 vvi av-x av av-j a-acp, dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno32 p-acp np1, vmb av-j vvi n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno31,
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2940
or else his gift were nothing worth. And this is that which Christ himself takes notice of, Iohn 6.37. all that the Father giveth to me, shall come to me.
or Else his gift were nothing worth. And this is that which christ himself Takes notice of, John 6.37. all that the Father gives to me, shall come to me.
cc av po31 n1 vbdr pix j. cc d vbz d r-crq np1 px31 vvz n1 pp-f, np1 crd. d cst dt n1 vvz p-acp pno11, vmb vvi p-acp pno11.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2941
Let them be never so unwilling of themselves by nature, let them be never so entangled in the snare of Sathan, so mightily withheld by him, yet however they shall come.
Let them be never so unwilling of themselves by nature, let them be never so entangled in the snare of Sathan, so mightily withheld by him, yet however they shall come.
vvb pno32 vbi av av j pp-f px32 p-acp n1, vvb pno32 vbi av av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av av-j vvn p-acp pno31, av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2942
But what if Christ should not receive them when they come? then they may perish notwithstanding.
But what if christ should not receive them when they come? then they may perish notwithstanding.
p-acp q-crq cs np1 vmd xx vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb? cs pns32 vmb vvi a-acp.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2943
Yes, if the Father give them, and cause them thereupon to come, Christ will certainly receive them, All that the Father giveth me shall come to me.
Yes, if the Father give them, and cause them thereupon to come, christ will Certainly receive them, All that the Father gives me shall come to me.
uh, cs dt n1 vvb pno32, cc vvi pno32 av pc-acp vvi, np1 vmb av-j vvi pno32, d d dt n1 vvz pno11 vmb vvi p-acp pno11.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2944
And what follows? And him that cometh to me, I will in no wise cast out.
And what follows? And him that comes to me, I will in no wise cast out.
cc r-crq vvz? cc pno31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb p-acp dx j vvn av.
(18) part (DIV2)
392
Page 100
2945
Secondly, If God the Father give them to his Son Christ, as you may be confident that Christ will have them,
Secondly, If God the Father give them to his Son christ, as you may be confident that christ will have them,
ord, cs np1 dt n1 vvb pno32 p-acp po31 n1 np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vbi j cst np1 vmb vhi pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2946
so may you depend upon it that he will keep them when he hath them.
so may you depend upon it that he will keep them when he hath them.
av vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pn31 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 c-crq pns31 vhz pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2947
What do you think that Christ will lose that which his Father gives him? That he will not be chary of us for his sake that bestowed us on him? We would not lose the gift of a friend, especially if he be dear to us:
What do you think that christ will loose that which his Father gives him? That he will not be chary of us for his sake that bestowed us on him? We would not loose the gift of a friend, especially if he be dear to us:
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vmb vvi d r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31? cst pns31 vmb xx vbi j pp-f pno12 p-acp po31 n1 cst vvd pno12 p-acp pno31? pns12 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j cs pns31 vbb j-jn p-acp pno12:
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2950
If he tells us that his will and pleasure is we should not lose it, we will be very wary how we part with it.
If he tells us that his will and pleasure is we should not loose it, we will be very wary how we part with it.
cs pns31 vvz pno12 cst po31 n1 cc n1 vbz pns12 vmd xx vvi pn31, pns12 vmb vbi av j c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2951
Now God hath given us to Christ on these terms, as he himself acknowledges, Iohn 6.39. This is the Fathers will, saith he, That of all which he hath given me, I should lose nothing.
Now God hath given us to christ on these terms, as he himself acknowledges, John 6.39. This is the Father's will, Says he, That of all which he hath given me, I should loose nothing.
av np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, c-acp pns31 px31 vvz, np1 crd. d vbz dt ng1 n1, vvz pns31, cst pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmd vvi pix.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2952
And he came down into this Lower world, to do the will of him that sent him, as he professeth very often;
And he Come down into this Lower world, to do the will of him that sent him, as he Professes very often;
cc pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp d jc n1, pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz av av;
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2953
and therefore certainly he will be carefull of this special charge of his, he will observe it very strictly.
and Therefore Certainly he will be careful of this special charge of his, he will observe it very strictly.
cc av av-j pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f d j n1 pp-f png31, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2954
He will be infinitely wary that he lose not any of his Fathers things which he hath given him to keep.
He will be infinitely wary that he loose not any of his Father's things which he hath given him to keep.
pns31 vmb vbi av-j j cst pns31 vvb xx d pp-f po31 ng1 n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2955
So that if we be given to the Lord Christ, however of our selves we are apt to fall away, we may resolve that he will have us,
So that if we be given to the Lord christ, however of our selves we Are apt to fallen away, we may resolve that he will have us,
av cst cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, c-acp pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vmb vhi pno12,
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2956
and keep as unto life eternal.
and keep as unto life Eternal.
cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 j.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 100
2957
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ as Mediator hath power to give eternal life to such and all such as are bestowed upon him by his Father,DOCTRINE. That jesus christ as Mediator hath power to give Eternal life to such and all such as Are bestowed upon him by his Father,
n1. cst np1 np1 p-acp n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d cc d d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 101
2958
but he hath no power at all to give this life to any other.
but he hath no power At all to give this life to any other.
cc-acp pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n-jn.
(18) part (DIV2)
393
Page 101
2959
The point holds forth both the extent, and limitation of the authority of Jesus Christ, in this respect.
The point holds forth both the extent, and limitation of the Authority of jesus christ, in this respect.
dt n1 vvz av av-d dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
394
Page 101
2960
The former is expresly mentioned, the latter is apparently insinuated in my text.
The former is expressly mentioned, the latter is apparently insinuated in my text.
dt j vbz av-j vvn, dt d vbz av-j vvd p-acp po11 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
394
Page 101
2961
First you have here expresly mentioned the extent of the authority of Jesus Christ as Mediator of the Church:
First you have Here expressly mentioned the extent of the Authority of jesus christ as Mediator of the Church:
ord pn22 vhb av av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
395
Page 101
2962
It is that he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him.
It is that he may give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him.
pn31 vbz cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
395
Page 101
2963
Be they as many as they will, be they more, or be they less, he hath power to quicken them, to raise them from the death of sin to the life of grace and glory.
Be they as many as they will, be they more, or be they less, he hath power to quicken them, to raise them from the death of since to the life of grace and glory.
vbb pns32 p-acp d c-acp pns32 vmb, vbb pns32 n1, cc vbb pns32 dc, pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
395
Page 101
2964
This he can do de facto, as he is God, and this he may do de jure, as he is God and man,
This he can do de facto, as he is God, and this he may do de jure, as he is God and man,
d pns31 vmb vdi fw-mi fw-la, c-acp pns31 vbz np1, cc d pns31 vmb vdi fw-mi fw-la, c-acp pns31 vbz np1 cc n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
395
Page 101
2965
as he is Mediator, to as many as are bestowed upon him by his Father.
as he is Mediator, to as many as Are bestowed upon him by his Father.
c-acp pns31 vbz n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
395
Page 101
2966
And then we have apparently suggested too, the limitation of the authority of Jesus Christ in this respect:
And then we have apparently suggested too, the limitation of the Authority of jesus christ in this respect:
cc av pns12 vhb av-j vvn av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp d n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
396
Page 101
2967
For when it is affirmed here that Christ hath power to give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him, it is implyed that he can give it to no more.
For when it is affirmed Here that christ hath power to give Eternal life to as many as God hath given him, it is employed that he can give it to no more.
c-acp c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av cst np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dx av-dc.
(18) part (DIV2)
396
Page 101
2968
There are the bounds of his authority, the restraint of his Commission; So far it reaches, and no further.
There Are the bounds of his Authority, the restraint of his Commission; So Far it reaches, and no further.
pc-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; av av-j pn31 vvz, cc dx av-jc.
(18) part (DIV2)
396
Page 101
2969
I shall endeavour to evince and clear them both in order.
I shall endeavour to evince and clear them both in order.
pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 d p-acp n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
396
Page 101
2970
First Jesus Christ as Mediator, hath power to give eternal life to such, to all such as are bestowed upon him by his Father.
First jesus christ as Mediator, hath power to give Eternal life to such, to all such as Are bestowed upon him by his Father.
ord uh-np np1 p-acp n1, vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d, p-acp d d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2971
He hath received commission from his Father, to forgive their sins and heal their natures,
He hath received commission from his Father, to forgive their Sins and heal their nature's,
pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc vvi po32 n2,
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2972
and to become the Prince of Life to them, by giving them the life of Justification,
and to become the Prince of Life to them, by giving them the life of Justification,
cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2973
and the life of Sanctification, and the life of Glorification. He came into the world for this end as you may see, Joh. 10.10. I am come that they might have life.
and the life of Sanctification, and the life of Glorification. He Come into the world for this end as you may see, John 10.10. I am come that they might have life.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns11 vbm vvn cst pns32 vmd vhi n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2974
They, Who? why, his sheep, as he explains it, both before and after. I am the door of the sheep.
They, Who? why, his sheep, as he explains it, both before and After. I am the door of the sheep.
pns32, r-crq? uh-crq, po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, av-d p-acp cc a-acp. pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2975
I am come that they may have life: and at the 27th. verse, My sheep hear my voice, and I give unto them Eternal life. I am come that they may have life: and At the 27th. verse, My sheep hear my voice, and I give unto them Eternal life.
pns11 vbm vvn cst pns32 vmb vhi n1: cc p-acp dt ord. n1, po11 n1 vvb po11 n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2976
But how comes Christ by these sheep? Why by his Fathers own gift.
But how comes christ by these sheep? Why by his Father's own gift.
cc-acp q-crq vvz np1 p-acp d n1? uh-crq p-acp po31 n2 d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2977
And therefore it is added in the very next words, My Father which gave them me, is greater then all.
And Therefore it is added in the very next words, My Father which gave them me, is greater then all.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt av ord n2, po11 n1 r-crq vvd pno32 pno11, vbz jc cs d.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2978
So that it is as if our Saviour Christ had said, I am come down into the world to give life to the sheep my Father hath bestowed upon me.
So that it is as if our Saviour christ had said, I am come down into the world to give life to the sheep my Father hath bestowed upon me.
av cst pn31 vbz c-acp cs po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 po11 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2979
To all them, and no others.
To all them, and no Others.
p-acp d pno32, cc dx n2-jn.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2980
The Father loves the Son, saith John the Baptist, and hath given all things into his hand, John 3.35.The Father loves the Son, Says John the Baptist, and hath given all things into his hand, John 3.35.
dt n1 vvz dt n1, vvz np1 dt n1, cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2981
You must conceive it, all things of one sort he hath bestowed upon him, so that he hath put them into his hand, to honour them, to keep them,
You must conceive it, all things of one sort he hath bestowed upon him, so that he hath put them into his hand, to honour them, to keep them,
pn22 vmb vvi pn31, d n2 pp-f crd n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, av cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2982
and preserve them, all his elect and chosen people.
and preserve them, all his elect and chosen people.
cc vvi pno32, d po31 j-vvn cc j-vvn n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2983
For all things of another sort, he hath (as the Apostle speaks) put under his feet, to shame them,
For all things of Another sort, he hath (as the Apostle speaks) put under his feet, to shame them,
p-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pns31 vhz (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vvn p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2984
and to ruine, and destroy them.
and to ruin, and destroy them.
cc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2985
But what doth Jesus Christ with those his Father gives him in the former way? Why he bestows eternal life upon them, as it is added in the following words, He that believeth on the Son, (as they do all,
But what does jesus christ with those his Father gives him in the former Way? Why he bestows Eternal life upon them, as it is added in the following words, He that Believeth on the Son, (as they do all,
p-acp q-crq vdz np1 np1 p-acp d po31 n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1? q-crq pns31 vvz j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n2, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, (c-acp pns32 vdb d,
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2986
and only they whom God the Father gives him, as before) hath everlasting life.
and only they whom God the Father gives him, as before) hath everlasting life.
cc av-j pns32 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz pno31, c-acp a-acp) vhz j n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
397
Page 101
2987
This shall suffice in brief for confirmation of the former member of the point, That Jesus Christ hath power to give eternal life to all such as are bestowed upon him by his Father. The second follows;
This shall suffice in brief for confirmation of the former member of the point, That jesus christ hath power to give Eternal life to all such as Are bestowed upon him by his Father. The second follows;
d vmb vvi p-acp j c-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1. dt ord vvz;
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2988
He hath no power at all to give this life to any other. He hath no power At all to give this life to any other.
pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n-jn.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2989
It is not in the power of Jesus Christ as Mediator to save a man who is not given him by his Father.
It is not in the power of jesus christ as Mediator to save a man who is not given him by his Father.
pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2990
If he have not bequeathed them over to the Lord Christ, it is beyond the reach of his authority as Mediator to infuse this life into them.
If he have not bequeathed them over to the Lord christ, it is beyond the reach of his Authority as Mediator to infuse this life into them.
cs pns31 vhb xx vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2991
The execution of his power in this regard, you see, is confined to such only.
The execution of his power in this regard, you see, is confined to such only.
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vvb, vbz vvn p-acp d j.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2992
As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many, and but as many as God hath given him. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many, and but as many as God hath given him.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d, cc p-acp p-acp d p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2993
Thou shall call his name Iesus saith the Angel unto Ioseph, Mat. 1.21. for he shall save his people from their sins. Thou shall call his name Iesus Says the Angel unto Ioseph, Mathew 1.21. for he shall save his people from their Sins.
pns21 vmb vvi po31 n1 np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2994
Those whom his Father gives him for a people by Election those he is designed to save, and no others.
Those whom his Father gives him for a people by Election those he is designed to save, and no Others.
d r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 d pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc dx n2-jn.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2995
Our Saviour Christ, as he is man is not to choose whom he will quicken to the life of Grace and Glory, (For if he had been free in this regard, there is no doubt he would have pitched upon his own Countrey-men, his own Allies, his own Kindred before others;
Our Saviour christ, as he is man is not to choose whom he will quicken to the life of Grace and Glory, (For if he had been free in this regard, there is no doubt he would have pitched upon his own Countrymen, his own Allies, his own Kindred before Others;
po12 n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp po31 d n2, po31 d n2, po31 d n1 p-acp n2-jn;
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2996
whereas, as the Evangelist observes, he came to his own, among them he began his Ministry, and his own received him not ) but he must take such as his Father chooses,
whereas, as the Evangelist observes, he Come to his own, among them he began his Ministry, and his own received him not) but he must take such as his Father chooses,
cs, c-acp dt np1 vvz, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, p-acp pno32 pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc po31 d vvd pno31 xx) cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi d p-acp po31 n1 vvz,
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2997
and gives him to be quickned by him.
and gives him to be quickened by him.
cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2998
Those whom his Father gives him, only those and all those, he must keep and raise up and give them everlasting life,
Those whom his Father gives him, only those and all those, he must keep and raise up and give them everlasting life,
d r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31, av-j d cc d d, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp cc vvi pno32 j n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
2999
as you may see, Iohn 6.39.40.
as you may see, John 6.39.40.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
398
Page 102
3000
So that you see as Mediator Christ hath no power to give Eternal life to any but those who are bestowed upon him by his Father.
So that you see as Mediator christ hath no power to give Eternal life to any but those who Are bestowed upon him by his Father.
av cst pn22 vvb p-acp n1 np1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
399
Page 102
3001
And it must needs be so, because as Mediator he is sent out by the Father;
And it must needs be so, Because as Mediator he is sent out by the Father;
cc pn31 vmb av vbi av, c-acp c-acp n1 pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3002
he is the Fathers Minister, the Fathers Servant: so he calls him, Isa. 42.1. Behold my servant whom I uphold.
he is the Father's Minister, the Father's Servant: so he calls him, Isaiah 42.1. Behold my servant whom I uphold.
pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n1: av pns31 vvz pno31, np1 crd. vvb po11 n1 ro-crq pns11 vvb.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3003
And servants are to do their Masters will, and not their own.
And Servants Are to do their Masters will, and not their own.
cc n2 vbr pc-acp vdi po32 n2 vmb, cc xx po32 d.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3004
No doubt the will of Jesus Christ as he was man, would have carried him to save those whom his Father and himself as God had appointed to destruction.
No doubt the will of jesus christ as he was man, would have carried him to save those whom his Father and himself as God had appointed to destruction.
uh-dx vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbds n1, vmd vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi d r-crq po31 n1 cc px31 p-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3005
But he must stood in this to the will of him that sent him;
But he must stood in this to the will of him that sent him;
p-acp pns31 vmb vvn p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31;
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3006
he must be satisfied with those his Father hath appointed for him to become a people to him.
he must be satisfied with those his Father hath appointed for him to become a people to him.
pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d po31 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3007
It is to be considered that the Father having called him Servant, speaks of him so as one that would in every thing be ordered by him, Mat. 12.18. which is indeed a Parallel of that in Isa. 42.1.
It is to be considered that the Father having called him Servant, speaks of him so as one that would in every thing be ordered by him, Mathew 12.18. which is indeed a Parallel of that in Isaiah 42.1.
pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst dt n1 vhg vvn pno31 n1, vvz pp-f pno31 av c-acp pi cst vmd p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd. r-crq vbz av dt n1 pp-f d p-acp np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3008
Behold my servant whom I have chosen (speaking of our Saviour Christ) he shall shew judgement to the Gentiles, he shall not strive, Behold my servant whom I have chosen (speaking of our Saviour christ) he shall show judgement to the Gentiles, he shall not strive,
vvb po11 n1 ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn (vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1) pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-j, pns31 vmb xx vvi,
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3009
nor cry, neither shall any hear his voice in the street. A bruised read shall he not break, and smoaking flax he shall not quench. nor cry, neither shall any hear his voice in the street. A Bruised read shall he not break, and smoking flax he shall not quench.
ccx vvi, dx vmb d vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. dt j-vvn n1 vmb pns31 xx vvi, cc j-vvg n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3010
This and this he shall do, and this he shall not do, saith God the Father;
This and this he shall do, and this he shall not do, Says God the Father;
d cc d pns31 vmb vdi, cc d pns31 vmb xx vdi, vvz np1 dt n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3011
he is my servant, and I will order him at my pleasure:
he is my servant, and I will order him At my pleasure:
pns31 vbz po11 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po11 n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3012
And so our Saviour Christ himself professeth upon all occasions, that he will be obedient to his Father,
And so our Saviour christ himself Professes upon all occasions, that he will be obedient to his Father,
cc av po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3013
and that he can do nothing otherwise then he will have him.
and that he can do nothing otherwise then he will have him.
cc cst pns31 vmb vdi pix av av pns31 vmb vhi pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3014
And hence it is that he can quicken none but those that are bestowed upon him by his Father to be quickned by him.
And hence it is that he can quicken none but those that Are bestowed upon him by his Father to be quickened by him.
cc av pn31 vbz cst pns31 vmb vvi pix cc-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
400
Page 102
3015
It is not that he hath not power as he is God to quicken whom he will, as his own Expression is, Iohn 5.21.
It is not that he hath not power as he is God to quicken whom he will, as his own Expression is, John 5.21.
pn31 vbz xx cst pns31 vhz xx n1 c-acp pns31 vbz np1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb, p-acp po31 d n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 102
3016
In this respect he is equall to his Father. For as the Father raiseth up the dead,
In this respect he is equal to his Father. For as the Father Raiseth up the dead,
p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz j-jn p-acp po31 n1. c-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp dt j,
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 102
3017
and quickneth them, so the Son quickneth whom he will. and Quickeneth them, so the Son Quickeneth whom he will.
cc vvz pno32, av dt n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vmb.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 102
3018
It's act that he hath not in himself enough of merit, or enough of Spirit to raise up all the people in the world, to the life of grace and glory.
It's act that he hath not in himself enough of merit, or enough of Spirit to raise up all the people in the world, to the life of grace and glory.
pn31|vbz n1 cst pns31 vhz xx p-acp px31 av-d pp-f n1, cc d pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3019
It is not that his grace is not sufficient to subdue and overcome the greatest obstinacy and rebellion in the hearts and wills of men, the most extream indisposition:
It is not that his grace is not sufficient to subdue and overcome the greatest obstinacy and rebellion in the hearts and wills of men, the most extreme indisposition:
pn31 vbz xx d po31 n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, dt av-ds j-jn n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3020
though they be as dry tones, yet he can gather them together, and make them to stand up and live:
though they be as dry tones, yet he can gather them together, and make them to stand up and live:
cs pns32 vbb p-acp j n2, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi:
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3021
but it is because as Mediator he is a servant to the Father, and must do his Fathers will,
but it is Because as Mediator he is a servant to the Father, and must do his Father's will,
p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb vdi po31 ng1 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3022
and he will have him give this life to none but those whom he makes over to him by a deed of gift to be his members, whom he elects in him, as the Expression is, Eph. 1.4.
and he will have him give this life to none but those whom he makes over to him by a deed of gift to be his members, whom he elects in him, as the Expression is, Ephesians 1.4.
cc pns31 vmb vhi pno31 vvi d n1 p-acp pix cc-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3023
Our Saviour puts all this together, in that place so often cited, Iohn 6.37, 38. All that the Father giveth me shall come to me,
Our Saviour puts all this together, in that place so often cited, John 6.37, 38. All that the Father gives me shall come to me,
po12 n1 vvz d d av, p-acp d n1 av av vvn, np1 crd, crd d d dt n1 vvz pno11 vmb vvi p-acp pno11,
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3024
and I will raise them up, and give them everlasting life, as afterwards, all them, and only them.and I will raise them up, and give them everlasting life, as afterwards, all them, and only them.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 j n1, c-acp av, d pno32, cc av-j pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3025
And why so? For I came down from heaven not to do my own will,
And why so? For I Come down from heaven not to do my own will,
cc q-crq av? p-acp pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 xx pc-acp vdi po11 d n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3026
but the will of him that sent me: but the will of him that sent me:
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11:
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3027
My own will, as I am man, would carry me to give life to a greater number,
My own will, as I am man, would carry me to give life to a greater number,
po11 d n1, c-acp pns11 vbm n1, vmd vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt jc n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3028
but I am come to do my Fathers will, and not my own.
but I am come to do my Father's will, and not my own.
cc-acp pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vdi po11 ng1 n1, cc xx po11 d.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3029
And therefore I must be content with those whom he is pleased to allot to me, to quicken them,
And Therefore I must be content with those whom he is pleased to allot to me, to quicken them,
cc av pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3030
and make them living members of my body mystical, and no others. And this for clearing of the observation.
and make them living members of my body mystical, and no Others. And this for clearing of the observation.
cc vvi pno32 vvg n2 pp-f po11 n1 j, cc dx n2-jn. cc d p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3031
Proceed we to the Application, according to the branches of the point in order.
Proceed we to the Application, according to the branches of the point in order.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
401
Page 103
3032
Is it so, that Iesus Christ hath power to give eternal life to all that are bestowed upon him by his Father? This then may serve to comfort us, at least to keep our hearts from sinking with reference to those who yet are dead in trespasses and sins. Is it so, that Iesus christ hath power to give Eternal life to all that Are bestowed upon him by his Father? This then may serve to Comfort us, At least to keep our hearts from sinking with Referente to those who yet Are dead in Trespasses and Sins.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1? d av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12, p-acp ds pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq av vbr j p-acp n2 cc n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3035
they are it may be in our beds, and in our bosoms, and when we look on such dead souls, our bowels even turn within us, we pitty them, and melt upon them.
they Are it may be in our Beds, and in our bosoms, and when we look on such dead Souls, our bowels even turn within us, we pity them, and melt upon them.
pns32 vbr pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d j n2, po12 n2 av vvb p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3036
They have been in their graves so long, and Christ hath called so long upon them in the preaching of the Gospel,
They have been in their graves so long, and christ hath called so long upon them in the preaching of the Gospel,
pns32 vhb vbn p-acp po32 n2 av av-j, cc np1 vhz vvn av av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3037
and yet they come not forth to this day.
and yet they come not forth to this day.
cc av pns32 vvb xx av p-acp d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3038
There have so many powerfull and effectual means been used in vain, that we are out of hope of them,
There have so many powerful and effectual means been used in vain, that we Are out of hope of them,
pc-acp vhi av d j cc j n2 vbn vvn p-acp j, cst pns12 vbr av pp-f n1 pp-f pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3039
and this even breaks our very hearts with sorrow.
and this even breaks our very hearts with sorrow.
cc d av vvz po12 j n2 p-acp n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3040
Why my beloved, it may be they belong to Jesus Christ in the eternal Counsel and decree of God;
Why my Beloved, it may be they belong to jesus christ in the Eternal Counsel and Decree of God;
q-crq po11 j-vvn, pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1;
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3041
they are bestowed upon him by the Father in election, though yet they are not given to him by real union, and incorporation.
they Are bestowed upon him by the Father in election, though yet they Are not given to him by real Union, and incorporation.
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cs av pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1, cc n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3042
And if they appertain to Jesus Christ, though they be never so untoward and indisposed and averse, depend upon it, he hath power to give Eternal life to them;
And if they appertain to jesus christ, though they be never so untoward and indisposed and averse, depend upon it, he hath power to give Eternal life to them;
cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1, cs pns32 vbb av-x av j cc j cc j, vvb p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pno32;
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3043
I say to every one of you, my brethren, that hath such a wife, or such a husband,
I say to every one of you, my brothers, that hath such a wife, or such a husband,
pns11 vvb p-acp d crd pp-f pn22, po11 n2, cst vhz d dt n1, cc d dt n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3044
or such a child, or such a friend, as Christ to Martha, when he had told her that he was the resurrection and the life, that he could raise up any man,
or such a child, or such a friend, as christ to Martha, when he had told her that he was the resurrection and the life, that he could raise up any man,
cc d dt n1, cc d dt n1, c-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 cst pns31 vbds dt n1 cc dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp d n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3045
though he were dead, and make him live, Iohn 11.26. Believest thou this? It may be you will say, as she:
though he were dead, and make him live, John 11.26. Believest thou this? It may be you will say, as she:
cs pns31 vbdr j, cc vvi pno31 vvi, np1 crd. vv2 pns21 d? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi, c-acp pns31:
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3046
Alas, my Brother, or my Father, or my Child hath been dead so many dayes, so many years, he hath laid buried in his grave of sin a long while,
Alas, my Brother, or my Father, or my Child hath been dead so many days, so many Years, he hath laid buried in his grave of since a long while,
uh, po11 n1, cc po11 n1, cc po11 n1 vhz vbn j av d n2, av d n2, pns31 vhz vvn vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 dt j n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3047
so that by this time he stinketh.
so that by this time he stinketh.
av d p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3048
Why yet believe that Jesus Christ can raise him up, and make him live the life of grace and glory.
Why yet believe that jesus christ can raise him up, and make him live the life of grace and glory.
q-crq av vvb cst np1 np1 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp, cc vvi pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3049
He hath received power to give eternal life to all that are bestowed upon him.
He hath received power to give Eternal life to all that Are bestowed upon him.
pns31 vhz vvn n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3050
If they belong to that number, be they as dead as it is possible for men to be,
If they belong to that number, be they as dead as it is possible for men to be,
cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, vbb pns32 p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 103
3051
and as averse from being quickned, the power of Jesus Christ shall master them, and overcome them,
and as averse from being quickened, the power of jesus christ shall master them, and overcome them,
cc p-acp j p-acp vbg vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 104
3052
and raise them up out of their graves of sin:
and raise them up out of their graves of since:
cc vvi pno32 a-acp av pp-f po32 n2 pp-f n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 104
3053
that you shall say with admiration, See what Iesus Christ can do upon a poor dead Creature!
that you shall say with admiration, See what Iesus christ can do upon a poor dead Creature!
cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvb r-crq np1 np1 vmb vdi p-acp dt j j n1!
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 104
3054
And therefore when you look upon such souls as those, and seem to have the question put you that the Prophet had,
And Therefore when you look upon such Souls as those, and seem to have the question put you that the Prophet had,
cc av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d n2 c-acp d, cc vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvb pn22 d dt n1 vhd,
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 104
3055
when he saw the dry bones, Ezek. 37.3. Can these dead souls live? do you give the same answer, O Lord God thou knowst.
when he saw the dry bones, Ezekiel 37.3. Can these dead Souls live? do you give the same answer, Oh Lord God thou Knowest.
c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n2, np1 crd. vmb d j n2 vvi? vdb pn22 vvi dt d n1, uh n1 np1 pns21 vv2.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 104
3056
If they belong to Iesus Christ, he hath power enough to raise them, and he will surely do it in his own time.
If they belong to Iesus christ, he hath power enough to raise them, and he will surely do it in his own time.
cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vhz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pns31 vmb av-j vdi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
402
Page 104
3057
Is it so that Iesus Christ hath power to give eternal life to all that, &c. This then should teach us two things.Is it so that Iesus christ hath power to give Eternal life to all that, etc. This then should teach us two things.
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d d, av np1 av vmd vvi pno12 crd n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3058
First, Not to be lifted up upon the contemplation of our high condition;
First, Not to be lifted up upon the contemplation of our high condition;
ord, xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3059
and Secondly, Not to be cast down upon the contemplation of our low condition in the world.
and Secondly, Not to be cast down upon the contemplation of our low condition in the world.
cc ord, xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3060
You see the men who are to have this life from Christ, are not described to be of such a quality, of such a station or condition, but only to be given to him by the Father.
You see the men who Are to have this life from christ, Are not described to be of such a quality, of such a station or condition, but only to be given to him by the Father.
pn22 vvb dt n2 r-crq vbr pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp np1, vbr xx vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f d dt n1, pp-f d dt n1 cc n1, p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3061
So that let them be what they will, in all considerations and respects besides, if God have given them to Christ, they shall assuredly have life from him.
So that let them be what they will, in all considerations and respects beside, if God have given them to christ, they shall assuredly have life from him.
av cst vvb pno32 vbi r-crq pns32 vmb, p-acp d n2 cc n2 a-acp, cs np1 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp np1, pns32 vmb av-vvn vhb n1 p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3062
He hath received power for this End, that he should give, &c. So that it matters not in this respect whether we be high,He hath received power for this End, that he should give, etc. So that it matters not in this respect whither we be high,
pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d vvb, cst pns31 vmd vvi, av av cst pn31 n2 xx p-acp d n1 cs pns12 vbb j,
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3063
or low, rich or poor, bond or free, we are not any whit the nearer to the life of Christ, my brethren,
or low, rich or poor, bound or free, we Are not any whit the nearer to the life of christ, my brothers,
cc j, j cc j, n1 cc j, pns12 vbr xx d n1 dt av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po11 n2,
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3064
for the one, nor any whit the further from it for the other. Be not lifted up upon the contemplation of your high Condition in the world.
for the one, nor any whit the further from it for the other. Be not lifted up upon the contemplation of your high Condition in the world.
p-acp dt pi, ccx d n1 dt jc p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n-jn. vbb xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
403
Page 104
3065
Admit that you be wealthy, admit that you be noble, learned, honourable, and the like, admit that you be any way advanced,
Admit that you be wealthy, admit that you be noble, learned, honourable, and the like, admit that you be any Way advanced,
vvb cst pn22 vbb j, vvb cst pn22 vbb j, j, j, cc dt j, vvb cst pn22 vbb d n1 vvd,
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3066
and raised above your brethren, you have no cause at all to swell with these prerogatives,
and raised above your brothers, you have no cause At all to swell with these prerogatives,
cc vvd p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2,
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3067
or to be proud of these things. Indeed they have their use and worth, and therefore are not utterly to be contemned;
or to be proud of these things. Indeed they have their use and worth, and Therefore Are not utterly to be contemned;
cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n2. av pns32 vhb po32 n1 cc n1, cc av vbr xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn;
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3068
but yet we must withal consider that be their excellency what it will, they are of no avail at all, to bring us to the life of grace and glory.
but yet we must withal Consider that be their excellency what it will, they Are of no avail At all, to bring us to the life of grace and glory.
cc-acp av pns12 vmb av vvi cst vbb po32 n1 r-crq pn31 vmb, pns32 vbr pp-f dx n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3069
In that which is the point of highest consequence, matter of life and death, yea of eternal life and death, they will not steed us in the least degree;
In that which is the point of highest consequence, matter of life and death, yea of Eternal life and death, they will not steed us in the least degree;
p-acp d r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f js n1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, uh pp-f j n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb xx n1 pno12 p-acp dt ds n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3070
and therefore certainly there is no cause at all why they should be so magnified, and admired as they are.
and Therefore Certainly there is no cause At all why they should be so magnified, and admired as they Are.
cc av av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d c-crq pns32 vmd vbi av vvn, cc vvn c-acp pns32 vbr.
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3071
If outward wealth and pomp, or dignity did further us:
If outward wealth and pomp, or dignity did further us:
cs j n1 cc n1, cc n1 vdd av-jc pno12:
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3072
if outward baseness did hinder us in this business, how is it that the base things of this world and things that are despised are chosen? and that the poor in purse as well as spirit, do receive the word of life? when yet not many mighty, not many noble in the world are called, 1 Cor. 1.25.
if outward baseness did hinder us in this business, how is it that the base things of this world and things that Are despised Are chosen? and that the poor in purse as well as Spirit, do receive the word of life? when yet not many mighty, not many noble in the world Are called, 1 Cor. 1.25.
cs j n1 vdd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, q-crq vbz pn31 cst dt j n2 pp-f d n1 cc n2 cst vbr j-vvn vbr vvn? cc cst dt j p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq av xx d j, xx d j p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn, crd np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3073
If outward wisdom, learning, policy did further, or weakness or unlearnedness did hinder us in point of having life from Christ,
If outward Wisdom, learning, policy did further, or weakness or unlearnedness did hinder us in point of having life from christ,
cs j n1, n1, n1 vdd av-jc, cc n1 cc n1 vdd vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f vhg n1 p-acp np1,
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3074
how is it that the weak and foolish things are chosen many times, and that the Law of God gives understanding to the simple, that the unlearned rise, and take the kingdom as it were by force, that is, with earnestness and with affection:
how is it that the weak and foolish things Are chosen many times, and that the Law of God gives understanding to the simple, that the unlearned rise, and take the Kingdom as it were by force, that is, with earnestness and with affection:
q-crq vbz pn31 cst dt j cc j n2 vbr vvn d n2, cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j, cst dt j n1, cc vvb dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1, cst vbz, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1:
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3075
when yet not many wise, not many learned men are called? Why are we so exalted upon these outward priviledges and preferments in the world? What is it that you stand upon? What, that which will promote or further you to life Eternal? Alas they are of no avail in this respect.
when yet not many wise, not many learned men Are called? Why Are we so exalted upon these outward privileges and preferments in the world? What is it that you stand upon? What, that which will promote or further you to life Eternal? Alas they Are of no avail in this respect.
c-crq av xx d j, xx d j n2 vbr vvn? q-crq vbr pns12 av vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vbz pn31 cst pn22 vvb p-acp? q-crq, cst r-crq vmb vvi cc av-jc pn22 p-acp n1 j? uh pns32 vbr pp-f dx n1 p-acp d n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 104
3076
All these prerogatives with which men swell even till they burst again, are such as they may carry with them into Hell.
All these prerogatives with which men swell even till they burst again, Are such as they may carry with them into Hell.
av-d d n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vvb av c-acp pns32 vvd av, vbr d c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
404
Page 105
3077
Let us not be cast down upon the contemplation of our low condition in the world.
Let us not be cast down upon the contemplation of our low condition in the world.
vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3078
You that are simple, poor and mean, that have not any outward thing to glory in, no wealth, no parts, no honour, or preferment any way: be not dejected and disheartened;
You that Are simple, poor and mean, that have not any outward thing to glory in, no wealth, no parts, no honour, or preferment any Way: be not dejected and disheartened;
pn22 cst vbr j, j cc j, cst vhb xx d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, dx n1, dx n2, dx n1, cc n1 d n1: vbb xx vvn cc vvn;
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3079
for as external priviledges and advancements are of no avail to further you, so outward means and abasure is of no avail to hinder you from receiving life from Christ.
for as external privileges and advancements Are of no avail to further you, so outward means and abasure is of no avail to hinder you from receiving life from christ.
c-acp c-acp j n2 cc n2 vbr pp-f dx n1 pc-acp av-jc pn22, av j n2 cc n1 vbz pp-f dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1.
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3080
He gives it to as many as God hath given him, let them be of what condition or estate they will.He gives it to as many as God hath given him, let them be of what condition or estate they will.
pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, vvb pno32 vbi pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb.
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3081
There is no other thing required in this respect, but that they be bestowed upon him by the Father.
There is no other thing required in this respect, but that they be bestowed upon him by the Father.
pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 vvd p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3082
And he bestows upon him poor and weak men many times: yea, most times. And therefore be not out of heart;
And he bestows upon him poor and weak men many times: yea, most times. And Therefore be not out of heart;
cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 j cc j n2 d n2: uh, av-ds n2. cc av vbb xx av pp-f n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3083
for hadst thou all the wealth and honour in the world, thou wert not any whit the nearer to this life of Christ,
for Hadst thou all the wealth and honour in the world, thou Wertenberg not any whit the nearer to this life of christ,
c-acp vhd2 pns21 d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vbd2r xx d n1 dt av-jc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1,
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3084
nor art thou any whit the further from it by thy low condition: That will be no impediment, but that he may give thee life;
nor art thou any whit the further from it by thy low condition: That will be no impediment, but that he may give thee life;
ccx n1 pns21 d n1 dt jc p-acp pn31 p-acp po21 j n1: cst vmb vbi dx n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno21 n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3085
the life of grace in this world, and the life of glory in the world to come.
the life of grace in this world, and the life of glory in the world to come.
dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(18) part (DIV2)
405
Page 105
3086
Is it so, that Jesus Christ hath no authority to give Eternal life to any but those who are bestowed upon him by his Father? They are mistaken then, who hold that he came into the world to give life to all men.Is it so, that jesus christ hath no Authority to give Eternal life to any but those who Are bestowed upon him by his Father? They Are mistaken then, who hold that he Come into the world to give life to all men.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1? pns32 vbr vvn av, r-crq vvb cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3087
He came as you have heard to do his Fathers will, and this is his Fathers will, that he should give Eternal life to as many as he hath given him, and not to a man more.
He Come as you have herd to do his Father's will, and this is his Father's will, that he should give Eternal life to as many as he hath given him, and not to a man more.
pns31 vvd p-acp pn22 vhb vvn pc-acp vdi po31 ng1 n1, cc d vbz po31 ng1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31, cc xx p-acp dt n1 av-dc.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3088
This he hath given him authority and power to do: further then this his Commission doth not reach.
This he hath given him Authority and power to do: further then this his Commission does not reach.
d pns31 vhz vvn pno31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi: av-jc cs d po31 n1 vdz xx vvi.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3089
So that it is not in the power of Jesus Christ to quicken all and save all, it is apparent that he cannot do it.
So that it is not in the power of jesus christ to quicken all and save all, it is apparent that he cannot do it.
av cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 pc-acp vvi d cc vvi d, pn31 vbz j cst pns31 vmbx vdi pn31.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3090
Indeed as God he can do all things but those that are impossible; Either absolutely being such as are not to be done;
Indeed as God he can do all things but those that Are impossible; Either absolutely being such as Are not to be done;
np1 p-acp np1 pns31 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp d cst vbr j; d av-j vbg d c-acp vbr xx pc-acp vbi vdn;
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3091
or else impossible upon condition, by reason of a contrary Decree, by which he hath confined-himself.
or Else impossible upon condition, by reason of a contrary decree, by which he hath confined-himself.
cc av j p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz j.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3130
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. As far as I can apprehend, the scruple might be cleared best by a distinction.and jesus christ whom thou hast sent. As Far as I can apprehend, the scruple might be cleared best by a distinction.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. a-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, dt n1 vmd vbi vvn js p-acp dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
412
Page 107
3092
But as man and Mediator, he can do no more then God will have him, he can save no more then God hath given him, and put into his hands to save.
But as man and Mediator, he can do no more then God will have him, he can save no more then God hath given him, and put into his hands to save.
p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vdi dx dc cs np1 vmb vhi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc cs np1 vhz vvn pno31, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3093
And therefore you shall find it in his story, that as man he was extreamly troubled at the unbelief and hardness of the peoples hearts.
And Therefore you shall find it in his story, that as man he was extremely troubled At the unbelief and hardness of the peoples hearts.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst p-acp n1 pns31 vbds av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3094
He wept over Jerusalem with many tears: Why, you will say, perhaps what needed this? he might have wrought upon them,He wept over Jerusalem with many tears: Why, you will say, perhaps what needed this? he might have wrought upon them,
pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d n2: uh-crq, pn22 vmb vvi, av q-crq vvd d? pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32,
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3095
and put the life of Grace into them. No my Beloved, he could not work on many of them;
and put the life of Grace into them. No my beloved, he could not work on many of them;
cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. av-dx po11 j-vvn, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d pp-f pno32;
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3096
he could not raise them to the life of Grace, they were not given him by his Father, and yet as man he pittied and lamented their condition,
he could not raise them to the life of Grace, they were not given him by his Father, and yet as man he pitied and lamented their condition,
pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr xx vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc av p-acp n1 pns31 vvd cc vvd po32 n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3097
as we should do in such a case, he being in all things like unto us, sin only excepted.
as we should do in such a case, he being in all things like unto us, sin only excepted.
c-acp pns12 vmd vdi p-acp d dt n1, pns31 vbg p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp pno12, vvb av-j vvn.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3098
And this methinks should melt the hearts of Reprobates themselves to Christ, and make them to relent towards him.
And this methinks should melt the hearts of Reprobates themselves to christ, and make them to relent towards him.
cc d vvz vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn px32 p-acp np1, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3099
Alas, he pitties you, and mourns over you, his very bowels yearn towards you, He delights not in your ruin and destruction;
Alas, he pities you, and mourns over you, his very bowels yearn towards you, He delights not in your ruin and destruction;
np1, pns31 vvz pn22, cc vvz p-acp pn22, po31 j n2 vvb p-acp pn22, pns31 vvz xx p-acp po22 n1 cc n1;
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3100
No, it is troublesome and grievous to him. But why then doth he not relieve and help us, you will say? Why,
No, it is troublesome and grievous to him. But why then does he not relieve and help us, you will say? Why,
uh-dx, pn31 vbz j cc j p-acp pno31. cc-acp q-crq av vdz pns31 xx vvi cc vvb pno12, pn22 vmb vvi? uh-crq,
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3101
if you be not given him by the Father, it is not in his power to do it.
if you be not given him by the Father, it is not in his power to do it.
cs pn22 vbb xx vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3102
Its said indeed that he gives life unto the world, as it is in his own expression, Iohn 6.33.
Its said indeed that he gives life unto the world, as it is in his own expression, John 6.33.
pn31 vvd av d pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3103
But that is but in opposition to the Jews;
But that is but in opposition to the jews;
p-acp d vbz cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2;
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3104
not to the Jews alone, but to the world, to men of all conditions, and of all Nations in the world.
not to the jews alone, but to the world, to men of all conditions, and of all nations in the world.
xx p-acp dt np2 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, cc pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3105
But to the world in general he doth not, nay, he cannot give it.
But to the world in general he does not, nay, he cannot give it.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vdz xx, uh-x, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 105
3106
So that the fault is not in him, if any of you perish, and that you have not life from him;
So that the fault is not in him, if any of you perish, and that you have not life from him;
av cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno31, cs d pp-f pn22 vvb, cc cst pn22 vhb xx n1 p-acp pno31;
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 106
3107
you see he is confined and bound up by his Father to a certain number, to give this life,
you see he is confined and bound up by his Father to a certain number, to give this life,
pn22 vvb pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi d n1,
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 106
3108
but to as many as the Father gives him.
but to as many as the Father gives him.
cc-acp p-acp c-acp d c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31.
(18) part (DIV2)
406
Page 106
3109
JOHN 17.3. And this is Life Eternal.JOHN 17.3. And this is Life Eternal.
np1 crd. cc d vbz n1 j.
(19) part (DIV2)
406
Page 106
3110
AND thus we have at length dispatched the End for which our Saviour is invested with so large and ample Power over all flesh;
AND thus we have At length dispatched the End for which our Saviour is invested with so large and ample Power over all Flesh;
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd dt vvb p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp av j cc j n1 p-acp d n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
408
Page 106
3111
That he may give Eternal Life to as many as God hath given him. That he may give Eternal Life to as many as God hath given him.
cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(19) part (DIV2)
408
Page 106
3127
And that our Saviour shews us here how he brings those to life Eternal, who are bestowed upon him by his Father, viz. by giving them the saving Knowledge of his Father and himself;
And that our Saviour shows us Here how he brings those to life Eternal, who Are bestowed upon him by his Father, viz. by giving them the Saving Knowledge of his Father and himself;
cc d po12 n1 vvz pno12 av c-crq pns31 vvz d p-acp n1 j, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp vvg pno32 dt vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc px31;
(19) part (DIV2)
412
Page 106
3128
That he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
That he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
d pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(19) part (DIV2)
412
Page 106
3131
Eternal life is either Inchoate, or consummate.Eternal life is either Inchoate, or consummate.
j n1 vbz d np1, cc vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
413
Page 107
3112
But what is Eternal Life? what is there comprehended under that expression? As when our Saviour once discoursed of Truth, he had this question put to him, what is Truth? So having spoken here of Life Eternal; if any of you now should put the question, what is life Eternal? you have the resolution in the following verse which I am now to enter on, And this is life Eternal, if you desire to understand it, this it is, to know the only true God,
But what is Eternal Life? what is there comprehended under that expression? As when our Saviour once discoursed of Truth, he had this question put to him, what is Truth? So having spoken Here of Life Eternal; if any of you now should put the question, what is life Eternal? you have the resolution in the following verse which I am now to enter on, And this is life Eternal, if you desire to understand it, this it is, to know the only true God,
cc-acp q-crq vbz j n1? q-crq vbz a-acp vvn p-acp d n1? p-acp c-crq po12 n1 a-acp vvn pp-f n1, pns31 vhd d n1 vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz n1? av vhg vvn av pp-f n1 j; cs d pp-f pn22 av vmd vvi dt n1, r-crq vbz n1 j? pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 r-crq pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc d vbz n1 j, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, d pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j j np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
409
Page 106
3113
and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent. and jesus christ whom he hath sent.
cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
409
Page 106
3114
So that these words you see are an NONLATINALPHABET, an Explication of that which is delivered in the former verse, in which our Saviour shews expresly what he intendeth by Eternal Life, and wherein it consists, in the Knowledge of the Father and the Son, or of the Father in the Son.
So that these words you see Are an, an Explication of that which is Delivered in the former verse, in which our Saviour shows expressly what he intends by Eternal Life, and wherein it consists, in the Knowledge of the Father and the Son, or of the Father in the Son.
av cst d n2 pn22 vvb vbr dt, dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz av-j r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n1, cc c-crq pn31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1
(19) part (DIV2)
409
Page 106
3115
And here I shall take notice only of these two Particulars, viz. the thing explained, and the way of Explication.
And Here I shall take notice only of these two Particulars, viz. the thing explained, and the Way of Explication.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-j pp-f d crd n2-j, n1 dt n1 vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3116
The thing explained is life Eternal. As for the way of Explication, he doth not shew you quare sit, why this life Eternal is, he doth not open and unfold it by the Causes of it;
The thing explained is life Eternal. As for the Way of Explication, he does not show you quare sit, why this life Eternal is, he does not open and unfold it by the Causes of it;
dt n1 vvn vbz n1 j. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn22 fw-la fw-la, q-crq d n1 j vbz, pns31 vdz xx vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31;
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3117
I say he doth not here, though he doth in other places, but he shews you quid sit, what this Eternal life is.
I say he does not Here, though he does in other places, but he shows you quid sit, what this Eternal life is.
pns11 vvb pns31 vdz xx av, cs pns31 vdz p-acp n-jn n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn22 fw-la fw-la, q-crq d j n1 vbz.
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3118
This saith he, is Life, Eternal life. This is it;
This Says he, is Life, Eternal life. This is it;
np1 vvz pns31, vbz n1, j n1. d vbz pn31;
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3119
what is it? why, it consists you see in holy Knowledge, which is set forth both by the Act and Object of it.what is it? why, it consists you see in holy Knowledge, which is Set forth both by the Act and Object of it.
r-crq vbz pn31? q-crq, pn31 vvz pn22 vvb p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz vvn av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3120
The Act, that they might know. The Object of it, God the Father, the only true God,
The Act, that they might know. The Object of it, God the Father, the only true God,
dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi. dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 dt n1, dt j j np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3121
and Christ the Son, Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. This is life Eternal, that they might know thee, &c.and christ the Son, jesus christ whom thou hast sent. This is life Eternal, that they might know thee, etc.
cc np1 dt n1, np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. d vbz n1 j, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno21, av
(19) part (DIV2)
410
Page 106
3122
What then? Doth there go nothing else to life Eternal but the knowledge of the Father and the Son? Doth it consist in this,
What then? Does there go nothing Else to life Eternal but the knowledge of the Father and the Son? Does it consist in this,
q-crq av? vdz a-acp vvi pix av p-acp n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1? vdz pn31 vvi p-acp d,
(19) part (DIV2)
411
Page 106
3123
and this only? This is a scruple that is very variously resolved by those that write upon the Text. Some think that knowledge here is put for faith, by which we live the life of Grace, which is Eternal, as the Apostle speaks, The life which I live, I live by the faith of the Son of God.
and this only? This is a scruple that is very variously resolved by those that write upon the Text. some think that knowledge Here is put for faith, by which we live the life of Grace, which is Eternal, as the Apostle speaks, The life which I live, I live by the faith of the Son of God.
cc d av-j? d vbz dt n1 cst vbz av av-j vvn p-acp d cst vvb p-acp dt np1 d vvb cst n1 av vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j, p-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
411
Page 106
3124
And so it is, as if our Saviour Christ had said, this is Eternal life, so to know as to believe in thee the only true God,
And so it is, as if our Saviour christ had said, this is Eternal life, so to know as to believe in thee the only true God,
cc av pn31 vbz, c-acp cs po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn, d vbz j n1, av p-acp vvb a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp pno21 dt j j np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
411
Page 106
3125
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
411
Page 106
3126
Others conceive that life Eternal here importeth nothing else but the way to Eternal life, the ready path that leads to it:
Others conceive that life Eternal Here imports nothing Else but the Way to Eternal life, the ready path that leads to it:
ng2-jn vvb d n1 j av vvz pix av cc-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp pn31:
(19) part (DIV2)
412
Page 106
3129
And this is life Eternal, this is the way to it, that they might know thee the only true God,
And this is life Eternal, this is the Way to it, that they might know thee the only true God,
cc d vbz n1 j, d vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns32 vmd vvb pno21 dt j j np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
412
Page 107
3132
Eternal life Consummate consists especially in the compleat and perfect knowledge of God, which Schoolmen all Beatifical vision. And hence our Saviour Christ himself sets forth our happiness, of which we shall be made partakers in the world to come, by this, that there we shall see God. Mat. 5.8.Eternal life Consummate consists especially in the complete and perfect knowledge of God, which Schoolmen all Beatifical vision. And hence our Saviour christ himself sets forth our happiness, of which we shall be made partakers in the world to come, by this, that there we shall see God. Mathew 5.8.
j n1 vvi vvz av-j p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq n2 d j n1. cc av po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz av po12 n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp d, cst a-acp pns12 vmb vvi np1. np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3133
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God, that is, we shall know God,Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God, that is, we shall know God,
vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1, cst vbz, pns12 vmb vvi np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3134
as knowledge ordinarily is set forth by the sense of seeing in the Scripture. Yea, we shall know him clearly and distinctly, we shall see him face to face.
as knowledge ordinarily is Set forth by the sense of seeing in the Scripture. Yea, we shall know him clearly and distinctly, we shall see him face to face.
c-acp n1 av-j vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1. uh, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-j cc av-j, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3135
And this is that which the Apostle makes the main of the Beatitude and glory prepared for the Saints at the time of Christs appearing, 1 Iohn 3.2. We shall see him as he is:
And this is that which the Apostle makes the main of the Beatitude and glory prepared for the Saints At the time of Christ appearing, 1 John 3.2. We shall see him as he is:
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg, crd np1 crd. pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz:
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3136
now we see him as we can, then we shall see him as he is: we shall know him as we are known, viz. of God, 1 Cor. 13.12. We shall know God, even as God knows us.
now we see him as we can, then we shall see him as he is: we shall know him as we Are known, viz. of God, 1 Cor. 13.12. We shall know God, even as God knows us.
av pns12 vvb pno31 c-acp pns12 vmb, av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz: pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. pns12 vmb vvi np1, av c-acp np1 vvz pno12.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3137
As we are known of God distinctly, clearly, perfectly, so we shall know God.
As we Are known of God distinctly, clearly, perfectly, so we shall know God.
c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pp-f np1 av-j, av-j, av-j, av pns12 vmb vvi np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3138
He knows us perfectly according to his nature now, and we shall know him perfectly according to our nature then,
He knows us perfectly according to his nature now, and we shall know him perfectly according to our nature then,
pns31 vvz pno12 av-j vvg p-acp po31 n1 av, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-j vvg p-acp po12 n1 av,
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3139
as far as our created nature is capable of. So we shall know as we are known:
as Far as our created nature is capable of. So we shall know as we Are known:
c-acp av-j c-acp po12 j-vvn n1 vbz j pp-f. av pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vbr vvn:
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3140
for as there is a note of Similitude and not of Equality.
for as there is a note of Similitude and not of Equality.
p-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc xx pp-f n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3141
And this shall be our happiness in Heaven, and our glorious life there, that we shall see the very face of God,
And this shall be our happiness in Heaven, and our glorious life there, that we shall see the very face of God,
cc d vmb vbi po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc po12 j n1 a-acp, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3142
and not his back parts only as we have done in this world. That we shall have him fully and compleatly.
and not his back parts only as we have done in this world. That we shall have him Fully and completely.
cc xx po31 av n2 av-j c-acp pns12 vhb vdn p-acp d n1. cst pns12 vmb vhi pno31 av-j cc av-j.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3143
So that this is Eternal life (you see) consummate in the Heavens, to know the only true God,
So that this is Eternal life (you see) consummate in the Heavens, to know the only true God,
av cst d vbz j n1 (pn22 vvb) vvi p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi dt j j np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3144
and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent. and jesus christ whom he hath sent.
cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
414
Page 107
3145
But as I take it, the life Eternal mentioned in my Text, is that of which the Saints are made partakers in this present life,
But as I take it, the life Eternal mentioned in my Text, is that of which the Saints Are made partakers in this present life,
p-acp c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, dt n1 j vvn p-acp po11 n1, vbz d pp-f r-crq dt n2 vbr vvn n2 p-acp d j n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3146
and which our Saviour gives them here in this world.
and which our Saviour gives them Here in this world.
cc r-crq po12 n1 vvz pno32 av p-acp d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3147
As in another place he tells us, My sheep hear my voice (saith he) and I give unto them Eternal life.
As in Another place he tells us, My sheep hear my voice (Says he) and I give unto them Eternal life.
p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz pno12, po11 n1 vvb po11 n1 (vvz pns31) cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3148
He doth not say, I will give them Eternal life hereafter, but I give it them for present,
He does not say, I will give them Eternal life hereafter, but I give it them for present,
pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 j n1 av, cc-acp pns11 vvb pn31 pno32 p-acp j,
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3149
and therefore it is added in the words immediatly annexed, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hands, Iohn 10.27, 28. And this I do, this Eternal life I give them, by teaching and instructing them,
and Therefore it is added in the words immediately annexed, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hands, John 10.27, 28. And this I do, this Eternal life I give them, by teaching and instructing them,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn, d vmb d n1 vvb pno32 av pp-f po11 n2, np1 crd, crd cc d pns11 vdb, d j n1 pns11 vvb pno32, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32,
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3150
and making them to hear my voyce: as who should say, by working knowledge in them, My sheep hear my voyce, and by this means I give unto them Eternal life.
and making them to hear my voice: as who should say, by working knowledge in them, My sheep hear my voice, and by this means I give unto them Eternal life.
cc vvg pno32 p-acp vvb po11 n1: p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno32, po11 n1 vvb po11 n1, cc p-acp d n2 pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3152
As thou hast given him power ever all flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
As thou hast given him power ever all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 av d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31.
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3153
And this is life Eternal to know thee the true God, and so on. This is the way to give them life Eternal, by making them to know thee.And this is life Eternal to know thee the true God, and so on. This is the Way to give them life Eternal, by making them to know thee.
cc d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j np1, cc av a-acp. d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 j, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pno21.
(19) part (DIV2)
415
Page 107
3154
And this I have begun to do already, as he addeth afterwards, I have made known thy Name (that is) thy Nature and thy Attributes to the men which thou hast given me.
And this I have begun to do already, as he adds afterwards, I have made known thy Name (that is) thy Nature and thy Attributes to the men which thou hast given me.
cc d pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vdi av, c-acp pns31 vvz av, pns11 vhb vvn vvn po21 n1 (cst vbz) po21 n1 cc po21 n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 107
3155
So that this life Eternal here is not, or not so much that which is perfect and Consummate in the Heavens,
So that this life Eternal Here is not, or not so much that which is perfect and Consummate in the Heavens,
av cst d n1 j av vbz xx, cc xx av av-d cst r-crq vbz j cc vvi p-acp dt n2,
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 107
3156
as that which is begun in this world, and which the Saints are made partakers of while they are here:
as that which is begun in this world, and which the Saints Are made partakers of while they Are Here:
c-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc r-crq dt n2 vbr vvn n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr av:
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 107
3157
for even here they have Eternal life abiding in them. And this, this inchoate Eternal life consists especially in saving knowledge.
for even Here they have Eternal life abiding in them. And this, this inchoate Eternal life consists especially in Saving knowledge.
c-acp av av pns32 vhb j n1 vvg p-acp pno32. cc d, d n1 j n1 vvz av-j p-acp vvg n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 107
3158
This is Eternal life, this is it in the beginning, to know thee the only true God, This is Eternal life, this is it in the beginning, to know thee the only true God,
d vbz j n1, d vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 107
3159
and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent. So that the Point to be observed is this;and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent. So that the Point to be observed is this;
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d;
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 107
3160
DOCTRINE. That Life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge.DOCTRINE. That Life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge.
n1. cst n1 j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn p-acp j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
416
Page 108
3161
Christ gives Eternal life to us at least in the beginning of it, when (as the Prophet of his Church) he teaches us,
christ gives Eternal life to us At least in the beginning of it, when (as the Prophet of his Church) he Teaches us,
np1 vvz j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp ds p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, c-crq (c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) pns31 vvz pno12,
(19) part (DIV2)
417
Page 108
3162
and causes us to know his Father and himself.
and Causes us to know his Father and himself.
cc vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc px31.
(19) part (DIV2)
417
Page 108
3163
When he makes known his Fathers Name, and his own Name to us, he causes us to pass from death to life.
When he makes known his Father's Name, and his own Name to us, he Causes us to pass from death to life.
c-crq pns31 vvz vvn po31 ng1 n1, cc po31 d n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
417
Page 108
3164
In him was life (saith the Evangelist, ) 1 John 4. and the life was the light of men. In him was life (Says the Evangelist,) 1 John 4. and the life was the Light of men.
p-acp pno31 vbds n1 (vvz dt np1,) crd np1 crd cc dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
417
Page 108
3165
This Life communicated to the sons of men, was the Light of saving knowledge which he made to shine into them.
This Life communicated to the Sons of men, was the Light of Saving knowledge which he made to shine into them.
d n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vbds dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3166
He gave them life, in that he gave them light and knowledge, who were before in darkness,
He gave them life, in that he gave them Light and knowledge, who were before in darkness,
pns31 vvd pno32 n1, p-acp cst pns31 vvd pno32 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbdr a-acp p-acp n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3167
and so by Consequence in the shadow of death, as the Scripture phrase is.
and so by Consequence in the shadow of death, as the Scripture phrase is.
cc av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 n1 vbz.
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3168
And hence saith the Apostle, Awake and rise up from the dead, and Christ shall give thee Light, Eph. 5.14. Indeed, as long as we are ignorant and in the dark, we are all dead men, we know not what the life of God means:
And hence Says the Apostle, Awake and rise up from the dead, and christ shall give thee Light, Ephesians 5.14. Indeed, as long as we Are ignorant and in the dark, we Are all dead men, we know not what the life of God means:
cc av vvz dt n1, vvb cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt j, cc np1 vmb vvi pno21 n1, np1 crd. np1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j cc p-acp dt j, pns12 vbr d j n2, pns12 vvb xx r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz:
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3169
And therefore the Apostle speaking of the Gentiles, saith, That they were strangers from the life of God.
And Therefore the Apostle speaking of the Gentiles, Says, That they were Strangers from the life of God.
cc av dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n2-j, vvz, cst pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3189
It will appear that the life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge,
It will appear that the life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge,
pn31 vmb vvi d dt n1 j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn p-acp j n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3190
if you consider who it is that is the principal Efficient of it, and the way which he works it.
if you Consider who it is that is the principal Efficient of it, and the Way which he works it.
cs pn22 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz cst vbz dt j-jn j pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3247
Though it be offered them, they will not take it, but say in effect to God, Depart from us,
Though it be offered them, they will not take it, but say in Effect to God, Depart from us,
cs pn31 vbb vvn pno32, pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvb p-acp pno12,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3170
They live the life of men indeed, but they were strangers from the life of God, the life of Grace, by reason of the Ignorance and blindness that was in them, Eph. 4 18. The Grace of God is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, saith the Apostle, 2 Tim. 1.10. who hath abolished death. But how hath he done this? by bringing life and Immortality to light;
They live the life of men indeed, but they were Strangers from the life of God, the life of Grace, by reason of the Ignorance and blindness that was in them, Ephesians 4 18. The Grace of God is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour jesus christ, Says the Apostle, 2 Tim. 1.10. who hath abolished death. But how hath he done this? by bringing life and Immortality to Light;
pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 av, cc-acp pns32 vbdr ng1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbds p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. r-crq vhz vvn n1. cc-acp q-crq vhz pns31 vdn d? p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi;
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3171
as it is added in the next words, by bringing life and •••ortality. The latter as I take it, is the Explication of the former.
as it is added in the next words, by bringing life and •••ortality. The latter as I take it, is the Explication of the former.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2, p-acp vvg n1 cc n1. dt d c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j.
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3172
q. d. by bringing such a Life as is immortal, as is above the power of Death,q. worser. by bringing such a Life as is immortal, as is above the power of Death,
vvd. sy. p-acp vvg d dt n1 c-acp vbz j, c-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3173
as the life of Grace is;
as the life of Grace is;
c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz;
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3174
By bringing this to men, by shining on them with the bright and glorious light and lustre of the Gospel:
By bringing this to men, by shining on them with the bright and glorious Light and lustre of the Gospel:
p-acp vvg d p-acp n2, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3175
I might be very copious here, but this may satisfie to clear the Point, That life Eternal, &c.
I might be very copious Here, but this may satisfy to clear the Point, That life Eternal, etc.
pns11 vmd vbi av j av, cc-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst n1 j, av
(19) part (DIV2)
418
Page 108
3176
And this appeareth further divers wayes.
And this appears further diverse ways.
cc d vvz av-j j n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
419
Page 108
3177
It will appear that life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy knowledge,
It will appear that life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy knowledge,
pn31 vmb vvi d n1 j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn p-acp j n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3178
if we consider what it is that is the great Impediment of Life, and what it is that holds men,
if we Consider what it is that is the great Impediment of Life, and what it is that holds men,
cs pns12 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz cst vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz n2,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3179
and detains men in a state of Death. It is apparently their want of knowledge, the ignorance and errour that is in them.
and detains men in a state of Death. It is apparently their want of knowledge, the ignorance and error that is in them.
cc vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vbz av-j po32 n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3180
How came sin, and with it death into the world, but by cozenage and deceit? The woman being deceived was in the transgression; as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 2.14. She fell into it by a meer cheat.
How Come since, and with it death into the world, but by cozenage and deceit? The woman being deceived was in the Transgression; as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 2.14. She fell into it by a mere cheat.
np1 vvd n1, cc p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1? dt n1 vbg vvn vbds p-acp dt n1; p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3181
And how are men continued in this state of sin and death? They are corrupt according to deceitful lusts, Eph. 4, 22. Look as their lusts deceive them more or less,
And how Are men continued in this state of since and death? They Are corrupt according to deceitful Lustiest, Ephesians 4, 22. Look as their Lustiest deceive them more or less,
cc q-crq vbr n2 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? pns32 vbr j vvg p-acp j n2, np1 crd, crd n1 p-acp po32 n2 vvi pno32 n1 cc av-dc,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3182
so are they more or less corrupt.
so Are they more or less corrupt.
av vbr pns32 n1 cc av-dc j.
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3183
And therefore they that sit in darkness, are said to fit in the shadow of death. And which way then shall life Eternal be begun in men,
And Therefore they that fit in darkness, Are said to fit in the shadow of death. And which Way then shall life Eternal be begun in men,
cc av pns32 cst vvb p-acp n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc r-crq n1 av vmb n1 j vbi vvn p-acp n2,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3184
but by dispelling this darkness by the light of holy Knowledge, and by translating men out of the power of darkness, as the Expression is, Col. 1.14.
but by dispelling this darkness by the Light of holy Knowledge, and by translating men out of the power of darkness, as the Expression is, Col. 1.14.
cc-acp p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp n-vvg n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3185
Out of ignorance and darkness which hath such a power upon them to hold them under sin and death,
Out of ignorance and darkness which hath such a power upon them to hold them under since and death,
av pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq vhz d dt n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3186
and to keep them still in a condition of estrangement from the life of God, as the Apostle Paul insinuates in the cited place, Eph. 4.18.
and to keep them still in a condition of estrangement from the life of God, as the Apostle Paul insinuates in the cited place, Ephesians 4.18.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt vvn n1, np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 108
3187
If it be ignorance that keeps men from the life of Grace, then surely it is holy Knowledge that begins it,
If it be ignorance that keeps men from the life of Grace, then surely it is holy Knowledge that begins it,
cs pn31 vbb n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av av-j pn31 vbz j n1 cst vvz pn31,
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 109
3188
and that brings men to it.
and that brings men to it.
cc d vvz n2 p-acp pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
420
Page 109
3248
for we will not have the knowledge of thy wayes.
for we will not have the knowledge of thy ways.
c-acp pns12 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3191
The Principal Efficient of this Life is Jesus Christ, and therefore he is called our Life very often in the Scripture.
The Principal Efficient of this Life is jesus christ, and Therefore he is called our Life very often in the Scripture.
dt j-jn j pp-f d n1 vbz np1 np1, cc av pns31 vbz vvn po12 n1 av av p-acp dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3192
And he is said to give it in the words which I have finished, that he should give Eternal life. And which way doth he give it to his people,
And he is said to give it in the words which I have finished, that he should give Eternal life. And which Way does he give it to his people,
cc pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1. cc r-crq n1 vdz pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3193
but by working knowledge in them? And therefore it is added in my Text, This is Eternal life (this is the life which he gives) to know thee the true God.
but by working knowledge in them? And Therefore it is added in my Text, This is Eternal life (this is the life which he gives) to know thee the true God.
cc-acp p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32? cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1, d vbz j n1 (d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz) pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3194
Indeed he gives it to us as a Prophet;
Indeed he gives it to us as a Prophet;
av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3195
he purchases and gets it for us I acknowledge, as a Priest, by his Invaluable satisfaction.
he purchases and gets it for us I acknowledge, as a Priest, by his Invaluable satisfaction.
pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31 p-acp pno12 pns11 vvb, c-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3196
But he begets and works it in us, by his effectual Teaching and instruction as a Prophet:
But he begets and works it in us, by his effectual Teaching and instruction as a Prophet:
p-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31 p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 j vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3197
And therefore he is said to speak in life to his people, Iohn 6.63. The words that I speak unto you, they are Life.
And Therefore he is said to speak in life to his people, John 6.63. The words that I speak unto you, they Are Life.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. dt n2 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns32 vbr n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3198
To shew us that he quickens us in a way of Information;
To show us that he quickens us in a Way of Information;
pc-acp vvi pno12 d pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3199
for to what End doth speaking tend, but to make us understand? Thou hast the words of eternal life, saith Peter to our Saviour Christ, Iohn 6.68. That is, the words that work life;
for to what End does speaking tend, but to make us understand? Thou hast the words of Eternal life, Says Peter to our Saviour christ, John 6.68. That is, the words that work life;
c-acp p-acp r-crq vvb vdz vvg vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi? pns21 vh2 dt n2 pp-f j n1, vvz np1 pc-acp po12 n1 np1, np1 crd. cst vbz, dt n2 cst vvb n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3200
and which way can they work it, but by conveying knowledge to the mind of him that hears them? So that you see that Jesus Christ is the Efficient Cause of the life of Grace in his people, by teaching them, by working saving knowledge in them, by turning them from darkness to light.
and which Way can they work it, but by conveying knowledge to the mind of him that hears them? So that you see that jesus christ is the Efficient Cause of the life of Grace in his people, by teaching them, by working Saving knowledge in them, by turning them from darkness to Light.
cc r-crq n1 vmb pns32 vvi pn31, cc-acp p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pno32? av cst pn22 vvb cst np1 np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno32, p-acp vvg vvg n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3201
He gets it for them as a Priest, He gives it to them as a King, He works it in them as a Prophet.
He gets it for them as a Priest, He gives it to them as a King, He works it in them as a Prophet.
pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
421
Page 109
3202
It will appear that life Eternal is begun in holy Knowledge, Because the Instrumental means of Life is the means of knowledge to.
It will appear that life Eternal is begun in holy Knowledge, Because the Instrumental means of Life is the means of knowledge to.
pn31 vmb vvi d n1 j vbz vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp.
(19) part (DIV2)
422
Page 109
3203
Yea, it is the means of Life, in that it is the means of Knowledge. The Instrumental means of Life you know (my Brethren) is the Gospel.
Yea, it is the means of Life, in that it is the means of Knowledge. The Instrumental means of Life you know (my Brothers) is the Gospel.
uh, pn31 vbz dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbz dt n2 pp-f n1. dt j n2 pp-f n1 pn22 vvb (po11 n2) vbz dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
422
Page 109
3204
And therefore it is called the word of Life, Phil. 2.16. holding forth the word of Life, that is the Gospel & the Ministry of life, 2 Cor. 3.7. in opposition to the Law, which is the Ministry of death and condemnation.
And Therefore it is called the word of Life, Philip 2.16. holding forth the word of Life, that is the Gospel & the Ministry of life, 2 Cor. 3.7. in opposition to the Law, which is the Ministry of death and condemnation.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
422
Page 109
3205
And which way doth the Gospel work life, but by instilling knowledge into men, by making them to understand that which they never knew before, that they are naturally dead in trespasses and sins, that they are in a state of death and condemnation, that there is life enough in Jesus Christ, that he is ready to dispense and give it out to all that come to him for it? And so convincing them that it is necessary for them to go to him that they may have Life;
And which Way does the Gospel work life, but by instilling knowledge into men, by making them to understand that which they never knew before, that they Are naturally dead in Trespasses and Sins, that they Are in a state of death and condemnation, that there is life enough in jesus christ, that he is ready to dispense and give it out to all that come to him for it? And so convincing them that it is necessary for them to go to him that they may have Life;
cc r-crq n1 vdz dt n1 vvb n1, cc-acp p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns32 av-x vvd a-acp, cst pns32 vbr av-j j p-acp n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp np1 np1, cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 av p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31? cc av vvg pno32 cst pn31 vbz j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst pns32 vmb vhi n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
422
Page 109
3206
Till they come to know this there is no life of Grace in them. And it is by Gospel-Teaching that this life is infused into them.
Till they come to know this there is no life of Grace in them. And it is by Gospel-teaching that this life is infused into them.
c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. cc pn31 vbz p-acp j cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
422
Page 109
3207
It will appear unto you that the life of Grace is begun in holy Knowledge,
It will appear unto you that the life of Grace is begun in holy Knowledge,
pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 109
3208
if you consider with what part the Lord begins, when he puts this Life into us.
if you Consider with what part the Lord begins, when he puts this Life into us.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp pno12.
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 109
3209
He begins not with the members, he begins not with the will, but he begins with the mind and understanding, by Illuminating that,
He begins not with the members, he begins not with the will, but he begins with the mind and understanding, by Illuminating that,
pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg cst,
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 109
3210
and by endewing that with saving knowledge;
and by enduing that with Saving knowledge;
cc p-acp vvg cst p-acp vvg n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 109
3211
And therefore we are said to be transformed, or to be changed from the state or life of nature to the state or life of Grace, by the renewing of the mind, Rom. 12.2. No doubt the will and members are renewed too, for the change is universal.
And Therefore we Are said to be transformed, or to be changed from the state or life of nature to the state or life of Grace, by the renewing of the mind, Rom. 12.2. No doubt the will and members Are renewed too, for the change is universal.
cc av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. uh-dx vvb dt n1 cc n2 vbr vvn av, p-acp dt vvb vbz j.
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 109
3212
But there the work begins my Brethren, in the mind and understanding, we are renewed first in the spirit of the mind, Eph. 4.23. and from that it goes on to the inferiour faculties, and to the outward conversation.
But there the work begins my Brothers, in the mind and understanding, we Are renewed First in the Spirit of the mind, Ephesians 4.23. and from that it Goes on to the inferior faculties, and to the outward Conversation.
p-acp a-acp dt n1 vvz po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pns12 vbr vvn ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. cc p-acp cst pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2, cc p-acp dt j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 109
3213
And consequently it begins in knowledge, of which the mind is capable, which is the proper object of it.
And consequently it begins in knowledge, of which the mind is capable, which is the proper Object of it.
cc av-j pn31 vvz p-acp n1, pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbz j, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 110
3214
And therefore saith our Saviour, sanctifie them with thy Truth, Renew them, make them holy, work the life of Grace in them by revealing Truth to them.
And Therefore Says our Saviour, sanctify them with thy Truth, Renew them, make them holy, work the life of Grace in them by revealing Truth to them.
cc av vvz po12 n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, vvb pno32, vvb pno32 j, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
423
Page 110
3215
It is apparent that the life of Grace begins in Knowledge, because all other grace is brought into the soul by it,
It is apparent that the life of Grace begins in Knowledge, Because all other grace is brought into the soul by it,
pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp d j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31,
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3216
and therefore this must be the first Grace. The first I mean in order, and in course of nature, not of time.
and Therefore this must be the First Grace. The First I mean in order, and in course of nature, not of time.
cc av d vmb vbi dt ord n1. dt ord pns11 vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3217
As long as there is no knowledge, there is no grace at all, and so no Life in such a person.
As long as there is no knowledge, there is no grace At all, and so no Life in such a person.
p-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d, cc av dx n1 p-acp d dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3218
But when knowledge once comes in, I speak of sanctified Knowledge, it brings all saving Grace with it;
But when knowledge once comes in, I speak of sanctified Knowledge, it brings all Saving Grace with it;
p-acp q-crq n1 a-acp vvz p-acp, pns11 vvb pp-f j-vvn n1, pn31 vvz d j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31;
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3219
This is the prime work of Grace and the Foundation of the rest. The New man is renewed in Knowledge, Col. 3.10. why so it is in Faith, and Love, and other graces.
This is the prime work of Grace and the Foundation of the rest. The New man is renewed in Knowledge, Col. 3.10. why so it is in Faith, and Love, and other graces.
d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd. uh-crq av pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3220
But it is first renewed in knowledge, there is the rise & the original of all.
But it is First renewed in knowledge, there is the rise & the original of all.
p-acp pn31 vbz ord vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc dt n-jn pp-f d.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3221
And even as in the first, the old Creation, the Lord began with natural Light, Gen, 1.3. so in the second or the New Creation, he begins with spiritual Light, with super-natural and saving Knowledge;
And even as in the First, the old Creation, the Lord began with natural Light, Gen, 1.3. so in the second or the New Creation, he begins with spiritual Light, with supernatural and Saving Knowledge;
cc av c-acp p-acp dt ord, dt j n1, dt n1 vvd p-acp j n1, np1, crd. av p-acp dt ord cc dt j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j n1, p-acp j cc j-vvg n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3222
and gives us other graces by this means.
and gives us other graces by this means.
cc vvz pno12 j-jn n2 p-acp d n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3223
To which effect is the Apostles prayer, 2 Pet. 1.2, 3. Grace be multiplyed upon you through the knowledge of God:
To which Effect is the Apostles prayer, 2 Pet. 1.2, 3. Grace be multiplied upon you through the knowledge of God:
p-acp r-crq n1 vbz dt np1 n1, crd np1 crd, crd n1 vbb vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3224
and after more expresly to our purpose, As he hath given us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him.
and After more expressly to our purpose, As he hath given us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him.
cc p-acp dc av-j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d n2 cst vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3225
So that we have this Life, the life of holiness and grace, through knowledge; without it we have no Grace, but with it all Grace.
So that we have this Life, the life of holiness and grace, through knowledge; without it we have no Grace, but with it all Grace.
av cst pns12 vhb d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp n1; p-acp pn31 pns12 vhb dx n1, cc-acp p-acp pn31 d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3226
It is the seed from whence all other graces grow; it is the means by which they are begotten in the soul.
It is the seed from whence all other graces grow; it is the means by which they Are begotten in the soul.
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp c-crq d j-jn n2 vvb; pn31 vbz dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3227
Holy Knowledge will bring forth heavenly Affections and desires.
Holy Knowledge will bring forth heavenly Affections and Desires.
j n1 vmb vvi av j n2 cc n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3228
If a man know God, and know Christ, his will shall close with him, and his affections shall be carried out to him:
If a man know God, and know christ, his will shall close with him, and his affections shall be carried out to him:
cs dt n1 vvb np1, cc vvb np1, po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno31:
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3229
it will effectually restrain a man from sin and reform the Conversation.
it will effectually restrain a man from since and reform the Conversation.
pn31 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3230
They shall not hurt, neither destroy in all my holy Mountain saith the Lord, Isa. 11.9.They shall not hurt, neither destroy in all my holy Mountain Says the Lord, Isaiah 11.9.
pns32 vmb xx vvi, av-dx vvi p-acp d po11 j n1 vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3231
And why so? for the earth shall be full of the Knowledge of the Lord.
And why so? for the earth shall be full of the Knowledge of the Lord.
cc q-crq av? p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3232
If you have been taught by him, as the Truth is in Jesus, why then you will put off the old man.
If you have been taught by him, as the Truth is in jesus, why then you will put off the old man.
cs pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1, uh-crq av pn22 vmb vvi a-acp dt j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3233
It will draw a man to practice and obedience, if it be sound and saving Knowledge;
It will draw a man to practice and Obedience, if it be found and Saving Knowledge;
pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pn31 vbb j cc j-vvg n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3234
as holy David intimates in that request of his, Psalm 119.34. Give me understanding, saith he, And what then? why, I shall keep thy Law, yea, I shall observe it with my whole heart.
as holy David intimates in that request of his, Psalm 119.34. Give me understanding, Says he, And what then? why, I shall keep thy Law, yea, I shall observe it with my Whole heart.
c-acp j np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, n1 crd. vvb pno11 n1, vvz pns31, cc q-crq av? uh-crq, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1, uh, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po11 j-jn n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3235
So that you see, all holiness and Grace is brought into the soul by Knowledge: and therefore certainly the life of Grace begins in it.
So that you see, all holiness and Grace is brought into the soul by Knowledge: and Therefore Certainly the life of Grace begins in it.
av cst pn22 vvb, d n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: cc av av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
424
Page 110
3236
Now is it so, that life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge? This then may serve to teach us in the first place,
Now is it so, that life Eternal, or the life of Grace which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge? This then may serve to teach us in the First place,
av vbz pn31 av, cst n1 j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn p-acp j n1? np1 av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3237
how to value Knowledge, and what account and estimate to put upon it.
how to valve Knowledge, and what account and estimate to put upon it.
c-crq pc-acp vvi n1, cc r-crq n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3238
Why truly, as we value life, yea everlasting Life, so we ought to value Knowledge at the very same rate:
Why truly, as we valve life, yea everlasting Life, so we ought to valve Knowledge At the very same rate:
q-crq av-j, c-acp pns12 vvb n1, uh j n1, av pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j d n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3239
For this is life Eternal to know the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent. For this is life Eternal to know the only true God, and jesus christ whom he hath sent.
p-acp d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3240
We all of us do make a very great account even of our temporary Lives, which yet when all is done must perish and decay, and come ro nothing;
We all of us do make a very great account even of our temporary Lives, which yet when all is done must perish and decay, and come ro nothing;
pns12 d pp-f pno12 vdb vvi dt j j n1 av pp-f po12 j n2, r-crq av c-crq d vbz vdn vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvb p-acp pix;
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3241
we are ready to Redeem them, if there be no other way, with the loss of all things else.
we Are ready to redeem them, if there be no other Way, with the loss of all things Else.
pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32, cs pc-acp vbb dx j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 av.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3242
Though yet even then when all is done, we know we can enjoy them but a few years,
Though yet even then when all is done, we know we can enjoy them but a few Years,
cs av av av c-crq d vbz vdn, pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt d n2,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3243
and are not certain to enjoy them one hour.
and Are not certain to enjoy them one hour.
cc vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pno32 crd n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 110
3244
How is it then that we despise and undervalue holy Knowledge in which Eternal life consists, which if we can attain, we have Eternal life abiding in us, a life which is above the power of death and dissolution:
How is it then that we despise and undervalue holy Knowledge in which Eternal life consists, which if we can attain, we have Eternal life abiding in us, a life which is above the power of death and dissolution:
q-crq vbz pn31 av cst pns12 vvb cc vvi j n1 p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz, r-crq cs pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vhb j n1 vvg p-acp pno12, dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3245
Alas, how miserably is it slighted by the greater part of men, yea by the greater part of Christians!
Alas, how miserably is it slighted by the greater part of men, yea by the greater part of Christians!
uh, c-crq av-j vbz pn31 vvn p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2, uh p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f np1!
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3246
Christians I mean, in name and in profession.
Christians I mean, in name and in profession.
np1 pns11 vvb, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3249
When light is tendered them, they even shut their eyes against it that they may not see.
When Light is tendered them, they even shut their eyes against it that they may not see.
c-crq n1 vbz vvn pno32, pns32 av vvd po32 n2 p-acp pn31 cst pns32 vmb xx vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3250
So that it may be said of such, as God complains of some in Israel: their eyes have they closed,
So that it may be said of such, as God complains of Some in Israel: their eyes have they closed,
av cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f d p-acp np1: po32 n2 vhb pns32 vvn,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3251
lest they should see with their eyes, and understand with their hearts, and be converted, and be healed. lest they should see with their eyes, and understand with their hearts, and be converted, and be healed.
cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vbi vvn, cc vbi vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3252
And the Apostle Peters charge must needs fall home upon them, they are wilfully ignorant. They enjoy the means of Knowledge,
And the Apostle Peter's charge must needs fallen home upon them, they Are wilfully ignorant. They enjoy the means of Knowledge,
cc dt n1 npg1 n1 vmb av vvi av-an p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr av-j j. pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3253
but they will not wait upon them, they take no care at all to profit by them.
but they will not wait upon them, they take no care At all to profit by them.
cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3254
They need not to ascend up into heaven to bring Christ down from above, nor to descend into the deep, to bring up Christ again from the dead, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 10.6. that they may be acquainted with him;
They need not to ascend up into heaven to bring christ down from above, nor to descend into the deep, to bring up christ again from the dead, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 10.6. that they may be acquainted with him;
pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp a-acp, ccx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn, pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 av p-acp dt j, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31;
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3255
the word is nigh them, as it is added there in that place.
the word is High them, as it is added there in that place.
dt n1 vbz av-j pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3256
The Word that manifesteth and revealeth God and Christ, is nigh to them. They need not to go far to hear it,
The Word that manifesteth and Revealeth God and christ, is High to them. They need not to go Far to hear it,
dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz np1 cc np1, vbz av-j p-acp pno32. pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi av-j pc-acp vvi pn31,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3257
and to hear of God in it.
and to hear of God in it.
cc pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3258
But many will not spend an hour, they will not step without their doors to meet with God,
But many will not spend an hour, they will not step without their doors to meet with God,
p-acp d vmb xx vvi dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3259
and to be acquainted with him:
and to be acquainted with him:
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31:
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3260
as if the Knowledge of the Lord were worth nothing, as if it were of no value;
as if the Knowledge of the Lord were worth nothing, as if it were of no valve;
c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr j pi2, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr pp-f dx n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3261
Ah, my Beloved, do you know what it is that you despise, and set at nought in this fashion? Is life worth any thing? Is life Eternal worth any thing? Why in contemning Knowledge, you contemn no less then this;
Ah, my beloved, do you know what it is that you despise, and Set At nought in this fashion? Is life worth any thing? Is life Eternal worth any thing? Why in contemning Knowledge, you contemn no less then this;
uh, po11 j-vvn, vdb pn22 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz cst pn22 vvb, cc vvn p-acp pix p-acp d n1? vbz n1 j d n1? vbz n1 j n1 d n1? uh-crq p-acp vvg n1, pn22 vvb av-dx av-dc cs d;
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3262
for this, as you have heard, is life Eternal. And how deservedly may you be left to perish in Eternal Death, who put the means of knowiedge from you,
for this, as you have herd, is life Eternal. And how deservedly may you be left to perish in Eternal Death, who put the means of Knowledge from you,
p-acp d, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbz n1 j. cc c-crq av-vvn vmb pn22 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, r-crq vvd dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22,
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3263
and judge your selves unworthy of Eternal life!
and judge your selves unworthy of Eternal life!
cc vvb po22 n2 j pp-f j n1!
(19) part (DIV2)
425
Page 111
3264
Is it so, that life Eternal, or the life of Grace, which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge? See here the sad Condition and estate of those who are ignorant of God, have no acquaintance with him, who know him not the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent.
Is it so, that life Eternal, or the life of Grace, which is Eternal, is begun in holy Knowledge? See Here the sad Condition and estate of those who Are ignorant of God, have no acquaintance with him, who know him not the only true God, and jesus christ whom he hath sent.
vbz pn31 av, cst n1 j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn p-acp j n1? n1 av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr j pp-f np1, vhb dx n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vvb pno31 xx dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3265
They are absolutely dead, the life of holiness and Grace is not yet begun in them;
They Are absolutely dead, the life of holiness and Grace is not yet begun in them;
pns32 vbr av-j j, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp pno32;
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3266
They have not yet the least Degree, the least spark of this life:
They have not yet the least Degree, the least spark of this life:
pns32 vhb xx av dt ds n1, dt ds n1 pp-f d n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3267
No they are strangers to the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, in the place so often cited.
No they Are Strangers to the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, in the place so often cited.
uh-x pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 av av vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3268
They are so far from being quickened to this life of Grace, that they are meer strangers to it.
They Are so Far from being quickened to this life of Grace, that they Are mere Strangers to it.
pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3269
They know not what this kind of life means;
They know not what this kind of life means;
pns32 vvb xx r-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz;
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3270
And are there not a multitude of such among us, who are almost as ignorant of God and Christ as the very beasts that perish? Who besides some common names and notions of God,
And Are there not a multitude of such among us, who Are almost as ignorant of God and christ as the very beasts that perish? Who beside Some Common names and notions of God,
cc vbr pc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr av p-acp j pp-f np1 cc np1 p-acp dt j n2 cst vvb? r-crq p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3271
and of a Jesus and Saviour, and the like, which it may be they can talk a little of,
and of a jesus and Saviour, and the like, which it may be they can talk a little of,
cc pp-f dt np1 cc np1, cc dt j, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb vvi dt j pp-f,
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3272
because they hear them every day, know nothing of the one, or of the other:
Because they hear them every day, know nothing of the one, or of the other:
c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 d n1, vvb pix pp-f dt crd, cc pp-f dt n-jn:
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3273
Examine them and sift them well, and you shall find that rhey have nothing but a form of words at utmost, of which they can give no more account then if they were some strange Language.
Examine them and sift them well, and you shall find that rhey have nothing but a from of words At utmost, of which they can give no more account then if they were Some strange Language.
vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32 av, cc pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vhi pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j, pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb vvi av-dx dc n1 cs cs pns32 vbdr d j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3274
And are not these men in a sad case? Truly my Brethren, they are but walking Ghosts,
And Are not these men in a sad case? Truly my Brothers, they Are but walking Ghosts,
cc vbr xx d n2 p-acp dt j n1? np1 po11 n2, pns32 vbr p-acp j-vvg n2,
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3275
and gastly shadows, they have no true life in them, no not so much as the beginning of it,
and ghastly shadows, they have no true life in them, no not so much as the beginning of it,
cc j n2, pns32 vhb dx j n1 p-acp pno32, uh-dx xx av av-d c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31,
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3276
for life Eternal is begun in Knowledge. I know it is a Common fancy, that if a man profess the true Religion,
for life Eternal is begun in Knowledge. I know it is a Common fancy, that if a man profess the true Religion,
p-acp n1 j vbz vvn p-acp n1. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst cs dt n1 vvb dt j n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
426
Page 111
3277
if he have been baptized, and come to the Assemblies, and hear and pray as others do, he is in a good Condition;
if he have been baptised, and come to the Assemblies, and hear and pray as Others do, he is in a good Condition;
cs pns31 vhb vbn vvn, cc vvb p-acp dt n2, cc vvi cc vvb p-acp n2-jn vdb, pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3278
but be assured of this, if he be ignorant of God and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent, he is no better then a dead man.
but be assured of this, if he be ignorant of God and jesus christ whom he hath sent, he is no better then a dead man.
cc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d, cs pns31 vbb j pp-f np1 cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pns31 vbz dx jc cs dt j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3279
It is a cooling word my Brethren, and that which one would think should astonish and amaze you;
It is a cooling word my Brothers, and that which one would think should astonish and amaze you;
pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 po11 n2, cc cst r-crq crd vmd vvi vmd vvi cc vvi pn22;
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3280
Suppose a Messenger should come to any of you from them that have the power of life and death,
Suppose a Messenger should come to any of you from them that have the power of life and death,
vvb dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f pn22 p-acp pno32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3281
and with a serious and composed look should tell him that he is a dead man,
and with a serious and composed look should tell him that he is a dead man,
cc p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1 vmd vvi pno31 cst pns31 vbz dt j n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3282
how would it strike him to the heart? how would his colour come and go? how would the powers of his soul tremble? Now we are Messengers dispatched from him who hath the Keyes of Hell and Death, to tell you who are ignorant of God and Christ, that you are in a state of death and condemnation,
how would it strike him to the heart? how would his colour come and go? how would the Powers of his soul tremble? Now we Are Messengers dispatched from him who hath the Keys of Hell and Death, to tell you who Are ignorant of God and christ, that you Are in a state of death and condemnation,
q-crq vmd pn31 vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vmd po31 n1 vvn cc vvi? q-crq vmd dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvi? av pns12 vbr n2 vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vhz dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq vbr j pp-f np1 cc np1, cst pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3283
and that you are in danger every hour of being cast into the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second Death.
and that you Are in danger every hour of being cast into the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second Death.
cc cst pn22 vbr p-acp n1 d n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3284
It may be you will take no notice of it, but chase away the meditation of it from your thoughts.
It may be you will take no notice of it, but chase away the meditation of it from your thoughts.
pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp vvb av dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3285
You will (as many do) delude your selves with this conceit, that though you die in this condition,
You will (as many do) delude your selves with this conceit, that though you die in this condition,
pn22 vmb (c-acp d vdb) vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1, cst cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3286
yet God notwithstanding will be merciful to you.
yet God notwithstanding will be merciful to you.
av np1 a-acp vmb vbi j p-acp pn22.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3287
But as you tender the salvation of your precious souls, I beseech you to observe that Gods own Word is peremptory and express for this.
But as you tender the salvation of your precious Souls, I beseech you to observe that God's own Word is peremptory and express for this.
cc-acp c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 j n2, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi d n2 d n1 vbz j cc j p-acp d.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3288
That none that is devoid of knowledge, and continues so, shall have any share in the mercy of God,
That none that is devoid of knowledge, and continues so, shall have any share in the mercy of God,
cst pi cst vbz j pp-f n1, cc vvz av, vmb vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3289
or in the glory of the world to come.
or in the glory of the world to come.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3440
unless we also know Iesus Christ whom he hath sent? Let us see the reasons of it.
unless we also know Iesus christ whom he hath sent? Let us see the Reasons of it.
cs pns12 av vvb np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn? vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31.
(20) part (DIV2)
445
Page 118
3290
Oh continue thy loving kindness to them that know thee, (to them and none but them,) saith David, Psalm 36.10. It is a people of no understanding, saith the Prophet of the Jews, Isa. 27.11.O continue thy loving kindness to them that know thee, (to them and none but them,) Says David, Psalm 36.10. It is a people of no understanding, Says the Prophet of the jews, Isaiah 27.11.
uh vvb po21 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno21, (p-acp pno32 cc pix p-acp pno32,) vvz np1, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dx n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3291
And what follows? Therefore he that made them will not have mercy upon them.
And what follows? Therefore he that made them will not have mercy upon them.
cc q-crq vvz? av pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3292
It is the common apprehension of the vulgar sort that he that made them cannot chuse but save them too.
It is the Common apprehension of the Vulgar sort that he that made them cannot choose but save them too.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi pno32 av.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3293
No, saith the Prophet there, if they be grosly ignorant, Then God that made them will have no mercy upon them.
No, Says the Prophet there, if they be grossly ignorant, Then God that made them will have no mercy upon them.
uh-dx, vvz dt n1 a-acp, cs pns32 vbb av-j j, av np1 cst vvd pno32 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3294
They have not known my wayes, saith God, unto whom I swore in my wrath, that they should never enter into my rest.
They have not known my ways, Says God, unto whom I swore in my wrath, that they should never enter into my rest.
pns32 vhb xx vvn po11 n2, vvz np1, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vmd av-x vvi p-acp po11 n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3295
The time is coming when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, rendring vengeance unto them that know not God. The time is coming when the Lord jesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, rendering vengeance unto them that know not God.
dt n1 vbz vvg c-crq dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j-vvg n1, vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3296
And therefore I beseech you do not slight it, but lay it seriously to heart,
And Therefore I beseech you do not slight it, but lay it seriously to heart,
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb pn31 av-j p-acp n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3297
while yet the pardon may be gotten, while the condemnatory sentence which the Law hath put against you, may be yet revoked.
while yet the pardon may be got, while the condemnatory sentence which the Law hath put against you, may be yet revoked.
cs av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cs dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, vmb vbi av vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
427
Page 112
3298
Is it so, that life Eternal is begun in holy Knowledge? You see then what you are to do,
Is it so, that life Eternal is begun in holy Knowledge? You see then what you Are to do,
vbz pn31 av, cst n1 j vbz vvn p-acp j n1? pn22 vvb av r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi,
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3299
and what course you are to take, if you would live Eternally.
and what course you Are to take, if you would live Eternally.
cc r-crq n1 pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi, cs pn22 vmd vvi av-j.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3300
Originally we are all dead men, we are in a condition and a state of death.
Originally we Are all dead men, we Are in a condition and a state of death.
av-j pns12 vbr d j n2, pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3301
And if you yet continue as you came into the world, this is surely your case.
And if you yet continue as you Come into the world, this is surely your case.
cc cs pn22 av vvi p-acp pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1, d vbz av-j po22 n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3302
Now my Beloved, are you sensible of this? would you come out of this condition? do you desire to live,
Now my beloved, Are you sensible of this? would you come out of this condition? do you desire to live,
av po11 j-vvn, vbr pn22 j pp-f d? vmd pn22 vvi av pp-f d n1? vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi,
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3303
and live for ever? Labour after holy Knowledge;
and live for ever? Labour After holy Knowledge;
cc vvi p-acp av? n1 p-acp j n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3304
And this is life eternal, to know the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent. And this is life Eternal, to know the only true God, and jesus christ whom he hath sent.
cc d vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3305
Though this as I have shewed you, be not all that goes to life Eternal, yet this is the beginning of it;
Though this as I have showed you, be not all that Goes to life Eternal, yet this is the beginning of it;
cs d c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, vbb xx d cst vvz p-acp n1 j, av d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31;
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3306
and therefore if you mean to live Eternally, this is the first thing that you are to do, this is the first step that you are to make.
and Therefore if you mean to live Eternally, this is the First thing that you Are to do, this is the First step that you Are to make.
cc av cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j, d vbz dt ord n1 cst pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi, d vbz dt ord n1 cst pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3307
Till saving knowledge be attained in some degree, the soul continues in a state of death;
Till Saving knowledge be attained in Some degree, the soul continues in a state of death;
p-acp vvg n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3308
as soon as this comes once into the soul, Eternal life comes in with it.
as soon as this comes once into the soul, Eternal life comes in with it.
c-acp av c-acp d vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, j n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 112
3309
The Exhortation of the Wise man seems to go far, Prov. 2 4. Seek for knowledge as for silver,
The Exhortation of the Wise man seems to go Far, Curae 2 4. Seek for knowledge as for silver,
dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 113
3310
and search for her as for hidden treasure. and search for her as for hidden treasure.
cc vvi p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp j-vvn n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 113
3311
But we must go a great deal further, seek for it as for life, yea as for Eternal Life;
But we must go a great deal further, seek for it as for life, yea as for Eternal Life;
cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 av-jc, vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp n1, uh a-acp p-acp j n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 113
3312
Struggle for knowledge as it were for life and death.
Struggle for knowledge as it were for life and death.
vvi p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 cc n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
428
Page 113
3313
But you will ask me, which way shall we come to know God, and know Christ? To this I answer, that you cannot know him by innate and in-bred light, by any self-ability, let it be what it will, it is incompetent and insufficient to reveal God to you:
But you will ask me, which Way shall we come to know God, and know christ? To this I answer, that you cannot know him by innate and inbred Light, by any self-ability, let it be what it will, it is incompetent and insufficient to reveal God to you:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvb np1? p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst pn22 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp j cc j n1, p-acp d n1, vvb pn31 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, pn31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pn22:
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3314
though much of him be manifested in the Book of the Creation, his Wisdom, his eternal power and God-head, and though there be NONLATINALPHABET something to be known of God as the Apostle speaks, by studying in this Book, you cannot know him savingly by this means.
though much of him be manifested in the Book of the Creation, his Wisdom, his Eternal power and Godhead, and though there be something to be known of God as the Apostle speaks, by studying in this Book, you cannot know him savingly by this means.
cs d pp-f pno31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1, po31 j n1 cc n1, cc cs pc-acp vbi pi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, pn22 vmbx vvi pno31 av-vvg p-acp d n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3315
No, neither can you know him so by studying in the Book of Scriptures neither, though there he be revealed more fully then he is in the book of Creatures,
No, neither can you know him so by studying in the Book of Scriptures neither, though there he be revealed more Fully then he is in the book of Creatures,
uh-dx, dx vmb pn22 vvi pno31 av p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av-dx, cs a-acp pns31 vbi vvn av-dc av-j cs pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2,
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3316
unless some other help go with it;
unless Some other help go with it;
cs d j-jn n1 vvi p-acp pn31;
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3317
Nay more then so, you cannot know him fully and compleatly any way by any means in this life.
Nay more then so, you cannot know him Fully and completely any Way by any means in this life.
uh-x av-dc cs av, pn22 vmbx vvi pno31 av-j cc av-j d n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3318
As he is in himself, he is not to be known of any but himself.
As he is in himself, he is not to be known of any but himself.
p-acp pns31 vbz p-acp px31, pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d cc-acp px31.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3319
And hence t•• Scripture tells us, that no man hath seen God at any time, John 1.18.
And hence t•• Scripture tells us, that no man hath seen God At any time, John 1.18.
cc av n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3320
It is very full you see, no man at any time But though he doth not, yet he may.
It is very full you see, no man At any time But though he does not, yet he may.
pn31 vbz av j pn22 vvb, dx n1 p-acp d n1 cc-acp cs pns31 vdz xx, av pns31 vmb.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3321
No, saith the Apostle Paul, 1 Tim. 6.16. He dwells in light that no man can approach unto, whom no man hath seen, nor can see.
No, Says the Apostle Paul, 1 Tim. 6.16. He dwells in Light that no man can approach unto, whom no man hath seen, nor can see.
uh-dx, vvz dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cst dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp, r-crq dx n1 vhz vvn, ccx vmb vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3322
Indeed we see him darkly here, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 13.12. And therefore this is called the seeing of the back-parts of the Lord.
Indeed we see him darkly Here, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 13.12. And Therefore this is called the seeing of the Back parts of the Lord.
np1 pns12 vvb pno31 av-j av, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. cc av d vbz vvn dt vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3323
As when we see the back-parts of a man, we know him but by guess only, we know him not so perfectly and distinctly as when we come to see his face.
As when we see the Back parts of a man, we know him but by guess only, we know him not so perfectly and distinctly as when we come to see his face.
p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp p-acp vvi av-j, pns12 vvb pno31 xx av av-j cc av-j c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3324
Such a sight of God is that which we attain in this life.
Such a sighed of God is that which we attain in this life.
d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3325
And however it may seem by some expression in the Scripture, that God hath fully manifested and made known himself to some here, as to Jacob, Gen. 32.30. and to Moses, Num. 12.8. To him will I speak (saith God) by vision, not in darkness, and he shall see the similitude of God.
And however it may seem by Some expression in the Scripture, that God hath Fully manifested and made known himself to Some Here, as to Jacob, Gen. 32.30. and to Moses, Num. 12.8. To him will I speak (Says God) by vision, not in darkness, and he shall see the similitude of God.
cc c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn cc vvd vvn px31 p-acp d av, c-acp pc-acp np1, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1, np1 crd. p-acp pno31 vmb pns11 vvi (vvz np1) p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3326
This must be understood comparatively of the Lords more clear and full revealing of himself to Jacob, and to Moses, then to other men.
This must be understood comparatively of the lords more clear and full revealing of himself to Jacob, and to Moses, then to other men.
d vmb vbi vvn av-j pp-f dt n2 av-dc j cc j n-vvg pp-f px31 p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, av p-acp j-jn n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3327
But as for perfect light and knowledge of the Lord, my Brethren, this was not imparted,
But as for perfect Light and knowledge of the Lord, my Brothers, this was not imparted,
cc-acp c-acp p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, po11 n2, d vbds xx vvn,
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3328
neither to Jacob, nor to Moses. Thou shalt not see my face, saith God to Moses, Exod. 33.10. That is, the fulness of my glory:
neither to Jacob, nor to Moses. Thou shalt not see my face, Says God to Moses, Exod 33.10. That is, the fullness of my glory:
av-dx pc-acp np1, ccx p-acp np1. pns21 vm2 xx vvi po11 n1, vvz np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3329
for none shall see my face and live. for none shall see my face and live.
p-acp pix vmb vvi po11 n1 cc vvi.
(19) part (DIV2)
429
Page 113
3330
But which way may we come to know him, so far as he is to be known in this life?
But which Way may we come to know him, so Far as he is to be known in this life?
cc-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1?
(19) part (DIV2)
430
Page 113
3331
Truly there is but one way of coming to the knowledge of him, and this way is Jesus Christ.
Truly there is but one Way of coming to the knowledge of him, and this Way is jesus christ.
av-j pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cc d n1 vbz np1 np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 113
3332
No man hath seen God at any time, saith the Evangelist, Ioh. 1.18.No man hath seen God At any time, Says the Evangelist, John 1.18.
dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, vvz dt np1, np1 crd.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 113
3333
What then, is he not to be seen, not to be known at all, by any means? Yes,
What then, is he not to be seen, not to be known At all, by any means? Yes,
q-crq av, vbz pns31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, p-acp d n2? uh,
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 113
3334
though he be not to be seen or known immediately in himself, yet mediately in and by the Son he may be known;
though he be not to be seen or known immediately in himself, yet mediately in and by the Son he may be known;
cs pns31 vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn av-j p-acp px31, av av-j p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn;
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 113
3335
for he hath manifested and revealed him to us. No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
for he hath manifested and revealed him to us. No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp pno12. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, dt av-j vvn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 113
3336
And therefore when our Saviour was Incarnate, it is said, that God was manifested in the flesh, 1 Tim. 3.16. In which respect it is, that when Philip was so earnest to have the Father shewn him, our Saviour bids him to behold himself, and addeth presently, he that hath seen me, hath seen the Father also.
And Therefore when our Saviour was Incarnate, it is said, that God was manifested in the Flesh, 1 Tim. 3.16. In which respect it is, that when Philip was so earnest to have the Father shown him, our Saviour bids him to behold himself, and adds presently, he that hath seen me, hath seen the Father also.
cc av c-crq po12 n1 vbds j, pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cst c-crq np1 vbds av j pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn pno31, po12 n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvz av-j, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno11, vhz vvn dt n1 av.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 113
3337
Indeed it was the business of our Saviour Christ into this Lower world, to bring God down to us, that we might be acquainted with him:
Indeed it was the business of our Saviour christ into this Lower world, to bring God down to us, that we might be acquainted with him:
av pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 p-acp d jc n1, pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31:
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 114
3338
And therefore if you do indeed desire to know him, go to Christ, and use his help in this business.
And Therefore if you do indeed desire to know him, go to christ, and use his help in this business.
cc av cs pn22 vdb av vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 114
3339
If you ever see God, and have that knowledge of him, which is life Eternal, you must have light from Jesus Christ to see him by.
If you ever see God, and have that knowledge of him, which is life Eternal, you must have Light from jesus christ to see him by.
cs pn22 av vvi np1, cc vhb d n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz n1 j, pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 114
3340
I am the light of the world, saith he, Ioh 8.12. without me there is no light in all the world, none but that which comes from me, and which I am the Fountain of. I am the Light of the world, Says he, John 8.12. without me there is no Light in all the world, none but that which comes from me, and which I am the Fountain of.
pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pns31, np1 crd. p-acp pno11 pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d dt n1, pix cc-acp cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno11, cc r-crq pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 114
3341
He that follows me shall have the light of Life, that is the light which is life. And therefore if you would have this light follow Jesus Christ for it,He that follows me shall have the Light of Life, that is the Light which is life. And Therefore if you would have this Light follow jesus christ for it,
pns31 cst vvz pno11 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz dt av-j r-crq vbz n1. cc av cs pn22 vmd vhi d n1 vvb np1 np1 p-acp pn31,
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 114
3342
and follow him three wayes, or in the use especially of three Means: follow him in a Gospel-Ordinance, a Gospel grace, a Gospel-duty.
and follow him three ways, or in the use especially of three Means: follow him in a Gospel-Ordinance, a Gospel grace, a Gospel-duty.
cc vvi pno31 crd n2, cc p-acp dt n1 av-j pp-f crd n2: vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 n1, dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
431
Page 114
3343
Follow him in the Gospel-ordinance of preaching;
Follow him in the Gospel-ordinance of preaching;
vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg;
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3344
there it is that Christ shines, that he gives out the light, by which he shews his Father to his people.
there it is that christ shines, that he gives out the Light, by which he shows his Father to his people.
a-acp pn31 vbz cst np1 vvz, cst pns31 vvz av dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3345
Its true indeed that Moses shewed him in the Law as a Judge and an Avenger.
Its true indeed that Moses showed him in the Law as a Judge and an Avenger.
po31 j av d np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3346
But it is Jesus Christ that shews him in the Gospel as a Father and a Saviour. He is not manifest in a saving way anywhere but in the Gospel.
But it is jesus christ that shows him in the Gospel as a Father and a Saviour. He is not manifest in a Saving Way anywhere but in the Gospel.
p-acp pn31 vbz np1 np1 cst vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. pns31 vbz xx j p-acp dt vvg n1 av cc-acp p-acp dt n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3347
The Knowledge of him as he is discovered there, and none but that is life eternal. And therefore wait on that discovery,
The Knowledge of him as he is discovered there, and none but that is life Eternal. And Therefore wait on that discovery,
dt n1 pp-f pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp, cc pix p-acp d vbz n1 j. cc av vvb p-acp d n1,
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3348
if you mean to live for ever;
if you mean to live for ever;
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp av;
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3367
and what then? Then shall you understand the fear of the Lord, and find the Knowledge of God.
and what then? Then shall you understand the Fear of the Lord, and find the Knowledge of God.
cc r-crq av? av vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
434
Page 115
3349
where there is any Gospel-preaching, say Christ shews his Father there, and follow him, that so you may have life by this means.
where there is any Gospel preaching, say christ shows his Father there, and follow him, that so you may have life by this means.
c-crq pc-acp vbz d j, vvb np1 vvz po31 n1 a-acp, cc vvi pno31, cst av pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3350
I say as Solomon, Prov. 4.13. Take fast hold of Instruction, keep her, for she is thy life.
I say as Solomon, Curae 4.13. Take fast hold of Instruction, keep her, for she is thy life.
pns11 vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd. vvb av-j vvi pp-f n1, vvb pno31, c-acp pns31 vbz po21 n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
432
Page 114
3351
Follow him in a Gospel-grace, and that is faith;
Follow him in a Gospel-grace, and that is faith;
vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc d vbz n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3352
by this it is that we come to see God, and know God; as by it we believe the Revelations and Discoveries that are made of God, which other men may read and hear,
by this it is that we come to see God, and know God; as by it we believe the Revelations and Discoveries that Are made of God, which other men may read and hear,
p-acp d pn31 vbz cst pns12 vvb p-acp vvb np1, cc vvb np1; a-acp p-acp pn31 pns12 vvi dt n2 cc n2 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1, r-crq j-jn n2 vmb vvi cc vvi,
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3353
and yet because they have no faith to give belief and credit to them, they get no sight, no knowledge of the Lord by them.
and yet Because they have no faith to give belief and credit to them, they get no sighed, no knowledge of the Lord by them.
cc av c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb dx n1, dx n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3354
It is by faith that we see him who is invisible, as the expression is, Heb. 11.27. There are some things that must be first believed before they can be fully understood:
It is by faith that we see him who is invisible, as the expression is, Hebrew 11.27. There Are Some things that must be First believed before they can be Fully understood:
pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst pns12 vvb pno31 r-crq vbz j, p-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vmb vbi ord vvn p-acp pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn:
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3355
if you believe them not, you can never understand them.
if you believe them not, you can never understand them.
cs pn22 vvb pno32 xx, pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3356
And hence saith the Apostle in the third ver. of the fore-cited Chapter, by saith we understand the world to be created by the word of God.
And hence Says the Apostle in the third for. of the forecited Chapter, by Says we understand the world to be created by the word of God.
cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt ord p-acp. pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvz pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3357
A man would think he would have said, by faith we credit and believe it, and not by faith we understand it.
A man would think he would have said, by faith we credit and believe it, and not by faith we understand it.
dt n1 vmd vvi pns31 vmd vhi vvn, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cc vvi pn31, cc xx p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pn31.
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3358
But the Creation is a thing that is above Philosophy: and therefore is not to be fully understood, unless it be believed first.
But the Creation is a thing that is above Philosophy: and Therefore is not to be Fully understood, unless it be believed First.
p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1: cc av vbz xx pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cs pn31 vbb vvn ord.
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3359
It is our faith that helps us to the perfect Knowledge of it, and so by faith we see and know God, because by faith we give assent to the discoveries that are made of God in Scripture;
It is our faith that helps us to the perfect Knowledge of it, and so by faith we see and know God, Because by faith we give assent to the discoveries that Are made of God in Scripture;
pn31 vbz po12 n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc av p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cc vvb np1, c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3360
and having once believed them, we come to see and understand the nature of the Lord in them.
and having once believed them, we come to see and understand the nature of the Lord in them.
cc vhg a-acp vvn pno32, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3361
We see the Lord in his All-mightiness, his All-sufficiency, his Omni-presence, &c. which a man that hath not faith can neuer do:
We see the Lord in his All-mightiness, his All-sufficiency, his Omnipresence, etc. which a man that hath not faith can never do:
pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, av r-crq dt n1 cst vhz xx n1 vmb av-x vdi:
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3362
we bring him near us, by believing his Immensity, and that he filleth all places, (as he is said to do in Scripture) we look upon him now as just by us,
we bring him near us, by believing his Immensity, and that he fills all places, (as he is said to do in Scripture) we look upon him now as just by us,
pns12 vvb pno31 av-j pno12, p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc cst pns31 vvz d n2, (c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi p-acp n1) pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 av p-acp j p-acp pno12,
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3363
and so we have a clear and distinct sight of him. Follow Christ in a Gospel-duty, and that is Prayer;
and so we have a clear and distinct sighed of him. Follow christ in a Gospel-duty, and that is Prayer;
cc av pns12 vhb dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno31. vvb np1 p-acp dt n1, cc d vbz n1;
(19) part (DIV2)
433
Page 114
3364
beseech him to reveal God to you, make your address to him as Philip doth, Iohn 14.9. Shew us the Father: we cannot see him of our selves, Lord shew him to thy poor servants.
beseech him to reveal God to you, make your address to him as Philip does, John 14.9. Show us the Father: we cannot see him of our selves, Lord show him to thy poor Servants.
vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pn22, vvb po22 vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp vvi vdz, np1 crd. vvb pno12 dt n1: pns12 vmbx vvi pno31 pp-f po12 n2, n1 vvb pno31 p-acp po21 j n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
434
Page 114
3365
If Christ withdraw himself and step away, go after him, follow him, and you shall have the light of Life.
If christ withdraw himself and step away, go After him, follow him, and you shall have the Light of Life.
cs np1 vvb px31 cc n1 av, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb pno31, cc pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
434
Page 115
3366
If he stop his ears against you, cry the louder, as the Direction is, Prov. 2.3. Cry after Knowledge, lift up your voyce for Understanding:
If he stop his ears against you, cry the Louder, as the Direction is, Curae 2.3. Cry After Knowledge, lift up your voice for Understanding:
cs pns31 vvb po31 n2 p-acp pn22, vvb dt jc, c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. vvb p-acp n1, vvb a-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1:
(19) part (DIV2)
434
Page 115
3368
Is it so that life Eternal, &c. If then you desire to save men from Eternal death, to bring men to Eternal Life, instill the Knowledge of the Lord into them? It may be you have Children, it may be you have Friends or servants, whom you look upon as dead, they have no life of grace in them:
Is it so that life Eternal, etc. If then you desire to save men from Eternal death, to bring men to Eternal Life, instill the Knowledge of the Lord into them? It may be you have Children, it may be you have Friends or Servants, whom you look upon as dead, they have no life of grace in them:
vbz pn31 av cst n1 j, av cs av pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb n2, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb n2 cc n2, ro-crq pn22 vvb p-acp p-acp j, pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32:
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3369
well, Would you have them quickened? Would you have them live for ever? Do what you can, by all the means that you can think upon to make them know God.
well, Would you have them quickened? Would you have them live for ever? Do what you can, by all the means that you can think upon to make them know God.
av, vmd pn22 vhi pno32 vvn? vmd pn22 vhi pno32 vvi c-acp av? vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, p-acp d dt n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi np1.
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3370
Instruct them, bring them to the means of grace; examine them how they thrive and profit by them.
Instruct them, bring them to the means of grace; examine them how they thrive and profit by them.
vvb pno32, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; vvb pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3371
Oh do not see them sink away to hell, and die for ever, for want of any help that you can yield them, of any pains that you can bestow upon them.
O do not see them sink away to hell, and die for ever, for want of any help that you can yield them, of any pains that you can bestow upon them.
uh vdb xx vvi pno32 vvi av p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp av, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32, pp-f d n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3372
Have compassion upon them, save them with fear, pulling them out of the fire, out of the fire of hell by this means.
Have compassion upon them, save them with Fear, pulling them out of the fire, out of the fire of hell by this means.
vhb n1 p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 p-acp n1, vvg pno32 av pp-f dt n1, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2.
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3373
Oh pitty such a Child, or such a Friend, or such a servant as you see Ignorant of God, let your bowels earn upon him, Ah poor dead soul!
O pity such a Child, or such a Friend, or such a servant as you see Ignorant of God, let your bowels earn upon him, Ah poor dead soul!
uh vvb d dt n1, cc d dt n1, cc d dt n1 c-acp pn22 vvb j pp-f np1, vvb po22 n2 vvi p-acp pno31, uh j j n1!
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3374
And if you can be Instrumental to instill the Knowledge of the Lord into him, you shall do a great work, you shall save a soul from death, yea from Eternal death you shall bring it to Eternal life.
And if you can be Instrumental to instill the Knowledge of the Lord into him, you shall do a great work, you shall save a soul from death, yea from Eternal death you shall bring it to Eternal life.
cc cs pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vdi dt j n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, uh p-acp j n1 pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j n1.
(19) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3375
JOHN 17.3. That they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, &c. AND thus far of the thing Explained, and that as you have heard, is life Eternal, together with the way of Explication:JOHN 17.3. That they might know thee the only true God, and jesus christ, etc. AND thus Far of the thing Explained, and that as you have herd, is life Eternal, together with the Way of Explication:
np1 crd. cst pns32 vmd vvi pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1, av cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 vvd, cc d c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbz n1 j, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
435
Page 115
3376
our Saviour shews not quare sit, but quid sit, what this life Eternal is? This saith he is life Eternal, that they might know thee the only true God,
our Saviour shows not quare sit, but quid sit, what this life Eternal is? This Says he is life Eternal, that they might know thee the only true God,
po12 n1 vvz xx fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la, q-crq d n1 j vbz? np1 vvz pns31 vbz n1 j, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno21 dt j j np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
437
Page 115
3377
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. So that as you have heard, it consists in holy Knowledge.and jesus christ whom thou hast sent. So that as you have herd, it consists in holy Knowledge.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. av cst p-acp pn22 vhb vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp j n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
437
Page 115
3378
Proceed we now to look a little more particularly and distinctly on the Knowledge in which Eternal life consists,
Proceed we now to look a little more particularly and distinctly on the Knowledge in which Eternal life consists,
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi dt av-j av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz,
(20) part (DIV2)
438
Page 115
3379
as it is here described by the Object of it, God and Christ, Thee the only true God,
as it is Here described by the Object of it, God and christ, Thee the only true God,
c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 cc np1, pno21 dt j j np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
438
Page 115
3380
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
438
Page 115
3381
So that here is a double Object of the Knowledge mentioned, and each of them is set forth by a Title and an Attribute.
So that Here is a double Object of the Knowledge mentioned, and each of them is Set forth by a Title and an Attribute.
av cst av vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, cc d pp-f pno32 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
439
Page 115
3382
The Title of the former God, the Attribute the true God, yea, the only true God. The Title of the latter Jesus Christ, the Attribute whom God hath sent. Thee the only true God,
The Title of the former God, the Attribute the true God, yea, the only true God. The Title of the latter jesus christ, the Attribute whom God hath sent. Thee the only true God,
dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, dt n1 dt j np1, uh, dt j j np1. dt n1 pp-f dt d np1 np1, dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. pno21 av av-j j np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
439
Page 115
3383
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
439
Page 115
3402
And the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, rendring vengeance unto them that know not God, 2 Thes. 1.7.
And the Lord jesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, rendering vengeance unto them that know not God, 2 Thebes 1.7.
np1 dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1, crd np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3384
And here the first thing that I shall observe, is, the communication of this double Object of the Knowledge wherein Eternal life consists, God and Christ. You see my Brethren, they are closely knit together by the conjunctive particle And, to shew us that they may not be divided in this great business.
And Here the First thing that I shall observe, is, the communication of this double Object of the Knowledge wherein Eternal life consists, God and christ. You see my Brothers, they Are closely knit together by the conjunctive particle And, to show us that they may not be divided in this great business.
cc av dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi, vbz, dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq j n1 vvz, np1 cc np1. pn22 vvb po11 n2, pns32 vbr av-j vvn av p-acp dt j n1 cc, pc-acp vvi pno12 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3385
That it is not sufficient to salvation to believe in God, unless we believe in Christ to.
That it is not sufficient to salvation to believe in God, unless we believe in christ to.
cst pn31 vbz xx j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3386
To know God, unless we know Christ too. Our Saviour saith not, this is life Eternal to know the only true God;
To know God, unless we know christ too. Our Saviour Says not, this is life Eternal to know the only true God;
p-acp vvb np1, cs pns12 vvb np1 av. po12 n1 vvz xx, d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi dt j j np1;
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3387
no, he doth not stop there. The knowledge which proceeds no further, will never bring a man to life Eternal.
no, he does not stop there. The knowledge which proceeds no further, will never bring a man to life Eternal.
uh-dx, pns31 vdz xx vvi a-acp. dt n1 r-crq vvz dx jc, vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 j.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3388
There is another Object of this saving Knowledge, which must with all be jointly apprehended by us if we mean to live for ever,
There is Another Object of this Saving Knowledge, which must with all be jointly apprehended by us if we mean to live for ever,
pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1, r-crq vmb p-acp d vbb av-j vvn p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp av,
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3389
and that is Jesus Christ whom God hath sent.
and that is jesus christ whom God hath sent.
cc d vbz np1 np1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3390
And then my Brethren, if we take them both together, we are right, It is impossible that we should perish.
And then my Brothers, if we take them both together, we Are right, It is impossible that we should perish.
cc av po11 n2, cs pns12 vvb pno32 d av, pns12 vbr j-jn, pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vmd vvi.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3391
This is life Eternal, to know thee the only true God, and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent. This is life Eternal, to know thee the only true God, and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent.
d vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3392
Not thee alone, but thee and Christ. So that the Point to be observed is this;
Not thee alone, but thee and christ. So that the Point to be observed is this;
xx pno21 av-j, cc-acp pno21 cc np1. av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d;
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3393
DOCTRINE. The Knowledge which is life Eternal, in which Eternal life consists, is the Knowledge both of God and Christ too, not of the former only, but the latter also.DOCTRINE. The Knowledge which is life Eternal, in which Eternal life consists, is the Knowledge both of God and christ too, not of the former only, but the latter also.
n1. dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 j, p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz, vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc np1 av, xx pp-f dt j av-j, cc-acp dt d av.
(20) part (DIV2)
440
Page 116
3394
You see my Brethren, both of them are jointly made the Object of it in my Text. So that the Knowledge which neglecteth either of them, is in-sufficient to salvation.
You see my Brothers, both of them Are jointly made the Object of it in my Text. So that the Knowledge which neglecteth either of them, is insufficient to salvation.
pn22 vvb po11 n2, d pp-f pno32 vbr av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po11 np1 av cst dt n1 r-crq vvz d pp-f pno32, vbz j p-acp n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
441
Page 116
3395
If it stay and rest on God, and go not on to Jesus Christ, it will never reach home.
If it stay and rest on God, and go not on to jesus christ, it will never reach home.
cs pn31 vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb xx p-acp p-acp np1 np1, pn31 vmb av-x vvi av-an.
(20) part (DIV2)
441
Page 116
3396
This only, this is life Eternal, to know God and Jesus Christ, not divided, but together.
This only, this is life Eternal, to know God and jesus christ, not divided, but together.
np1 av-j, d vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi np1 cc np1 np1, xx vvn, cc-acp av.
(20) part (DIV2)
441
Page 116
3397
First, it is true, that it is absolutely necessary to Eternal life to know God; The ignorant of him are made the Objects of a dreadful Imprecation. Ier. 10.25.
First, it is true, that it is absolutely necessary to Eternal life to know God; The ignorant of him Are made the Objects of a dreadful Imprecation. Jeremiah 10.25.
ord, pn31 vbz j, cst pn31 vbz av-j j p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi np1; dt j pp-f pno31 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3398
Yea, more then so, the ignorant among the heathen who were deprived of the means (though not of all,
Yea, more then so, the ignorant among the heathen who were deprived of the means (though not of all,
uh, av-dc cs av, dt j p-acp dt n-jn r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f dt n2 (cs xx pp-f d,
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3399
yet) of the saving Knowledge of him:
yet) of the Saving Knowledge of him:
av) pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pno31:
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3400
and yet as you may see the Prophet prayes, Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that know thee not.
and yet as you may see the Prophet prays, Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that know thee not.
cc av c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vvz, vvb av po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn cst vvb pno21 xx.
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3401
Indeed, the men that have their understandings darkened by reason of their ignorance of God, whether they have means or none, are alienated from the life of God, Ephes. 4.18. They do not live the life of Grace in this world, nor shall they live the life of Glory in the world to come.
Indeed, the men that have their understandings darkened by reason of their ignorance of God, whither they have means or none, Are alienated from the life of God, Ephesians 4.18. They do not live the life of Grace in this world, nor shall they live the life of Glory in the world to come.
av, dt n2 cst vhb po32 n2 j-vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vhb n2 cc pix, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, ccx vmb pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3422
if our knowledge go no further it will never reach home; it will never bring us up to Life and Glory.
if our knowledge go no further it will never reach home; it will never bring us up to Life and Glory.
cs po12 n1 vvi av-dx av-jc pn31 vmb av-x vvi av-an; pn31 vmb av-x vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3403
So that without the knowledge of him, there is no escaping everlasting wrath and vengeance. There is no possibility of coming to enjoy him, unless we be acquainted with him.
So that without the knowledge of him, there is no escaping everlasting wrath and vengeance. There is no possibility of coming to enjoy him, unless we be acquainted with him.
av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, pc-acp vbz dx vvg j n1 cc n1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi pno31, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3404
Nec cum potes aut amare quem nescias, aut habere quem non amaveris: Nec cum potes Or amare Whom Nescias, Or habere Whom non amaveris:
fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la:
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3405
thou canst not love him whom thou knowest not, nor have him whom thou lovest not.
thou Canst not love him whom thou Knowest not, nor have him whom thou Lovest not.
pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno31 ro-crq pns21 vv2 xx, ccx vhb pno31 r-crq pns21 vv2 xx.
(20) part (DIV2)
442
Page 116
3406
Nay, let me go a little further, that Knowledge of the Lord, and only that, is life Eternal, which bringeth forth obedience to him.
Nay, let me go a little further, that Knowledge of the Lord, and only that, is life Eternal, which brings forth Obedience to him.
uh, vvb pno11 vvi dt j av-jc, cst n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-j d, vbz n1 j, r-crq vvz av n1 p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 116
3407
You may see this evident in both the parts of godliness, both in eschewing evil, and in doing good.
You may see this evident in both the parts of godliness, both in Eschewing evil, and in doing good.
pn22 vmb vvi d j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp vvg j-jn, cc p-acp vdg j.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 116
3408
As for the first, hear what the Lord himself saith, Job 28.28. The fear of the Lord, that is Wisdom, and to depart from evil is understanding. To know him so to fear him, to fear to disobey him and to sin against him:
As for the First, hear what the Lord himself Says, Job 28.28. The Fear of the Lord, that is Wisdom, and to depart from evil is understanding. To know him so to Fear him, to Fear to disobey him and to sin against him:
p-acp p-acp dt ord, vvb r-crq dt n1 px31 vvz, n1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn vbz n1. pc-acp vvi pno31 av pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31:
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 116
3409
this only is the right Knowledge.
this only is the right Knowledge.
d av-j vbz dt j-jn n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 116
3410
As for the other part of godliness, which consists in doing good, see that of the Prophet David, Psalm 111.10. A good understanding have they that do his Commandments.
As for the other part of godliness, which consists in doing good, see that of the Prophet David, Psalm 111.10. A good understanding have they that do his commandments.
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp vdg j, vvb d pp-f dt n1 np1, np1 crd. dt j n1 vhb pns32 d vdb po31 n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3411
They only understand and know the Lord effectually and savingly, that obey the will of God.
They only understand and know the Lord effectually and savingly, that obey the will of God.
pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-vvg, cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3412
Others may have understanding, but it is no good understanding. That alone is good and right, which makes a man to do his Commandments:
Others may have understanding, but it is no good understanding. That alone is good and right, which makes a man to do his commandments:
ng2-jn vmb vhi n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dx j n1. cst av-j vbz j cc av-jn, r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vdi po31 n2:
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3413
and this the Lord himself observes of the knowledge of Iosiah, Ier. 22.16. He judged the cause of the poor and needy, was not this to know me saith the Lord? q.d. This was knowledge to the purpose, this was true and real knowledge of the Lord, which made him strict and carefull in the practice of his duty.
and this the Lord himself observes of the knowledge of Josiah, Jeremiah 22.16. He judged the cause of the poor and needy, was not this to know me Says the Lord? Q.d This was knowledge to the purpose, this was true and real knowledge of the Lord, which made him strict and careful in the practice of his duty.
cc d dt n1 px31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j, vbds xx d pc-acp vvi pno11 vvz dt n1? n1 d vbds n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbds j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd pno31 j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3414
And therefore because this is life Eternal, God hath bound himself by Covenant to give them whom he means to save, such a knowledge of himself.
And Therefore Because this is life Eternal, God hath bound himself by Covenant to give them whom he means to save, such a knowledge of himself.
cc av c-acp d vbz n1 j, np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, d dt n1 pp-f px31.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3415
His Covenant is to give them Understanding; see the abridgement of it, Ier. 31.34. They shall all know me, saith God there.
His Covenant is to give them Understanding; see the abridgement of it, Jeremiah 31.34. They shall all know me, Says God there.
po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 n1; vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd. pns32 vmb d vvi pno11, vvz np1 a-acp.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3416
But how shall they know God? Why, they shall know him so as to serve him and obey him.
But how shall they know God? Why, they shall know him so as to serve him and obey him.
p-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vvb np1? uh-crq, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3417
And therefore it is said before, I will put my Law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts.
And Therefore it is said before, I will put my Law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, cc vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3418
They shall not have it only in their minds to know it, but in their hearts to practice and obey it,
They shall not have it only in their minds to know it, but in their hearts to practice and obey it,
pns32 vmb xx vhi pn31 av-j p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi pn31,
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3419
And so they shall all know me.
And so they shall all know me.
cc av pns32 vmb d vvi pno11.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3420
So that you see the Knowledge which is saving, in which Eternal life consists, hath God for the object of it.
So that you see the Knowledge which is Saving, in which Eternal life consists, hath God for the Object of it.
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 r-crq vbz vvg, p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz, vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(20) part (DIV2)
443
Page 117
3421
Secondly, but though it have him for the Object of it, it hath him not for the sole and only Object:
Secondly, but though it have him for the Object of it, it hath him not for the sole and only Object:
ord, cc-acp cs pn31 vhb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vhz pn31 xx p-acp dt j cc j n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3423
The Knowledge which is life Eternal (you have heard) in which Eternal life consists, is the knowledge both of God and Christ too.
The Knowledge which is life Eternal (you have herd) in which Eternal life consists, is the knowledge both of God and christ too.
dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 j (pn22 vhb vvn) p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz, vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3424
Not of the former only, but of the latter also.
Not of the former only, but of the latter also.
xx pp-f dt j av-j, cc-acp pp-f dt d av.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3425
To know God without Christ, is not to know him savingly, as I shall shew you more at large hereafter.
To know God without christ, is not to know him savingly, as I shall show you more At large hereafter.
p-acp vvb np1 p-acp np1, vbz xx pc-acp vvi pno31 av-vvg, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc p-acp j av.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3426
And therefore the Apostle Peter presses those whose salvation he desires, that they would grow in the knowledge of the Saviour Iesus Christ, 2 Pet. 3.18.
And Therefore the Apostle Peter presses those whose salvation he Desires, that they would grow in the knowledge of the Saviour Iesus christ, 2 Pet. 3.18.
cc av dt n1 np1 vvz d r-crq n1 pns31 vvz, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, crd np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3427
And the Apostle Paul desireth God in behalf of the Ephesians, that he would give them the spirit of wisdom and Revelation in the knowledge of him, that is, of Christ Iesus. Indeed, this is the great thing that we must desire to know,
And the Apostle Paul Desires God in behalf of the Ephesians, that he would give them the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation in the knowledge of him, that is, of christ Iesus. Indeed, this is the great thing that we must desire to know,
cc dt n1 np1 vvz np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cst vbz, pp-f np1 np1. av, d vbz dt j n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi,
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3428
if we mean to live for ever.
if we mean to live for ever.
cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp av.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3429
And therefore Christ is made sometimes the only Object of a Christians knowledge, as if there were no other knowledge necessary to that great End. When Christ ascended up on high, he gave gifts unto men, saith the Apostle, Eph. 4.8. and what was the intent and aim of those gifts? Why, to bring men to the knowledge of the Son of God.
And Therefore christ is made sometime the only Object of a Christians knowledge, as if there were no other knowledge necessary to that great End. When christ ascended up on high, he gave Gifts unto men, Says the Apostle, Ephesians 4.8. and what was the intent and aim of those Gifts? Why, to bring men to the knowledge of the Son of God.
cc av np1 vbz vvn av dt j n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx j-jn n1 j p-acp d j n1 c-crq np1 vvd a-acp p-acp j, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. cc q-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2? uh-crq, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3430
God is not mentioned there, but the Son of God only.
God is not mentioned there, but the Son of God only.
np1 vbz xx vvn a-acp, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3431
And the Apostle Paul taught the Corinthians nothing else but Christ, and yet his aym was that they might be saved.
And the Apostle Paul taught the Corinthians nothing Else but christ, and yet his aim was that they might be saved.
cc dt n1 np1 vvd dt np1 pix av cc-acp np1, cc av po31 n1 vbds cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3432
I determined to know nothing among you, saith he, 1 Cor. 2.2. that is, I resolved so to manage and carry the course of my Ministry, as if I knew nothing but Iesus Christ and him crucified. I determined to know nothing among you, Says he, 1 Cor. 2.2. that is, I resolved so to manage and carry the course of my Ministry, as if I knew nothing but Iesus christ and him Crucified.
pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pix p-acp pn22, vvz pns31, crd np1 crd. cst vbz, pns11 vvd av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, c-acp cs pns11 vvd pix p-acp np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3433
And in the same respect it is, that he prefers the knowledge of Christ before all other things,
And in the same respect it is, that he prefers the knowledge of christ before all other things,
cc p-acp dt d vvb pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j-jn n2,
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3434
yea before all other knowledge, as being of the greatest use, Phil. 3.8. He doth not only say that it is good, but that it is Excellent, beyond compare there is an excellency in it.
yea before all other knowledge, as being of the greatest use, Philip 3.8. He does not only say that it is good, but that it is Excellent, beyond compare there is an excellency in it.
uh p-acp d j-jn n1, c-acp vbg pp-f dt js n1, np1 crd. pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi cst pn31 vbz j, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz j, p-acp vvi pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3435
Yea doubtless; I esteem all things but loss for the excellency of the Knowledge of Christ Iesus my Lord: Yea doubtless; I esteem all things but loss for the excellency of the Knowledge of christ Iesus my Lord:
uh av-j; pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po11 n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3436
yea life it self but loss, (for that you see is not excepted) in regard of that Knowledge which bringeth us to life Eternal.
yea life it self but loss, (for that you see is not excepted) in regard of that Knowledge which brings us to life Eternal.
uh n1 pn31 n1 p-acp n1, (p-acp cst pn22 vvb vbz xx vvn) p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp n1 j.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 117
3437
And hence it was, that though he spake with Tongues more then they all, though he abounded and excelled in all sorts of Learning,
And hence it was, that though he spoke with Tongues more then they all, though he abounded and excelled in all sorts of Learning,
cc av pn31 vbds, cst cs pns31 vvd p-acp n2 av-dc cs pns32 d, cs pns31 vvd cc vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 118
3438
yet he gloried in nothing but in the knowledge of our Lord Iesus Christ, Gal. 6.4. as intimating that especially to be considerable in the main business, to make him everlastingly and truly happy.
yet he gloried in nothing but in the knowledge of our Lord Iesus christ, Gal. 6.4. as intimating that especially to be considerable in the main business, to make him everlastingly and truly happy.
av pns31 vvd p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, np1 crd. c-acp vvg cst av-j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j cc av-j j.
(20) part (DIV2)
444
Page 118
3439
But why is not the knowledge of the only true God sufficient of it self to life Eternal,
But why is not the knowledge of the only true God sufficient of it self to life Eternal,
cc-acp q-crq vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j j np1 j pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp n1 j,
(20) part (DIV2)
445
Page 118
3441
If we know God and not Christ, we know him but as a Creator, and a common Saviour, a Preserver, not as a Sanctifier or Redeemer.
If we know God and not christ, we know him but as a Creator, and a Common Saviour, a Preserver, not as a Sanctifier or Redeemer.
cs pns12 vvb np1 cc xx np1, pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp c-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1, dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3442
We know him but in such a way, (and very short of such a measure) as Adam did in the state of Innocency.
We know him but in such a Way, (and very short of such a measure) as Adam did in the state of Innocency.
pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp p-acp d dt n1, (cc av j pp-f d dt n1) c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3443
And which way should we come to life Eternal by such a knowledge as this is? If we look that God should save us upon this account, that he hath made us, we are upon a wrong ground.
And which Way should we come to life Eternal by such a knowledge as this is? If we look that God should save us upon this account, that he hath made us, we Are upon a wrong ground.
cc r-crq n1 vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n1 j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12, pns12 vbr p-acp dt n-jn n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3444
Indeed, did we continue in the state in which he made us, he would be sure to save us too.
Indeed, did we continue in the state in which he made us, he would be sure to save us too.
np1, vdd pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno12, pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3445
Could we serve him and obey him so absolutely and exactly as Adam could and did,
Could we serve him and obey him so absolutely and exactly as Adam could and did,
vmd pns12 vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 av av-j cc av-j c-acp np1 vmd cc vdd,
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3446
while he remained in his first Integrity, I must acknowledge then it were enough to life Eternal to know him too in such a way as Adam did in that state;
while he remained in his First Integrity, I must acknowledge then it were enough to life Eternal to know him too in such a Way as Adam did in that state;
cs pns31 vvd p-acp po31 ord n1, pns11 vmb vvi cs pn31 vbdr av-d p-acp n1 j pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp np1 vdd p-acp d n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3447
there were no other knowledge of him necessary to make us everlastingly and truly happy. But we are lost you know in the Creation, there we are dead and gone,
there were no other knowledge of him necessary to make us everlastingly and truly happy. But we Are lost you know in the Creation, there we Are dead and gone,
pc-acp vbdr dx j-jn n1 pp-f pno31 j pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j cc av-j j. cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, a-acp pns12 vbr j cc vvn,
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3448
and theretore it is necessary now to know the Lord under another Notion, if we mean to live for ever, viz. as a Repairer of the ruins of decayed and lost man-kind;
and theretore it is necessary now to know the Lord under Another Notion, if we mean to live for ever, viz. as a Repairer of the ruins of decayed and lost mankind;
cc fw-it pn31 vbz j av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp av, n1 p-acp dt jc pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-vvn cc j-vvn n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3449
as a healer of the Natures, and a Forgiver of the sins of his people.
as a healer of the Nature's, and a Forgiver of the Sins of his people.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3450
And thus we cannot know him out of Christ, and so by Consequence, unless we know Christ too.
And thus we cannot know him out of christ, and so by Consequence, unless we know christ too.
cc av pns12 vmbx vvi pno31 av pp-f np1, cc av p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3451
The old and the first frame and Fabrick of salvation was over-thrown and over-turned by the fall.
The old and the First frame and Fabric of salvation was overthrown and overturned by the fallen.
dt j cc dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbds j cc j p-acp dt n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3452
And if we mean to build it up again, we must begin upon another ground, a new Foundation;
And if we mean to built it up again, we must begin upon Another ground, a new Foundation;
cc cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, dt j n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3453
God was the only Object of Fundamental knowledge then. Christ is at the least the next and the mediate Object of fundamental knowledge now.
God was the only Object of Fundamental knowledge then. christ is At the least the next and the mediate Object of fundamental knowledge now.
np1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f j n1 av. np1 vbz p-acp dt ds dt ord cc dt vvi n1 pp-f j n1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3454
You know my Brethren, that confession of the Apostle Peter, Mat. 16.16. Thou art Christ the Son of God, is made by Jesus Christ himself, the Rock on which the Church is founded.
You know my Brothers, that Confessi of the Apostle Peter, Mathew 16.16. Thou art christ the Son of God, is made by jesus christ himself, the Rock on which the Church is founded.
pn22 vvb po11 n2, cst n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, np1 crd. pns21 vb2r np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn p-acp np1 np1 px31, dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3455
And other Foundation no man can lay, saith the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians, Eph. 1.3, 11. that is, no other sound and solid Foundation then that which is said, which is Jesus Christ. Its true, the same Apostle elsewhere speaks of the foundation of the Prophets and Apostles, Eph. 2.20.
And other Foundation no man can lay, Says the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians, Ephesians 1.3, 11. that is, no other found and solid Foundation then that which is said, which is jesus christ. Its true, the same Apostle elsewhere speaks of the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles, Ephesians 2.20.
cc j-jn n1 dx n1 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1 np1 p-acp dt np1, np1 crd, crd d vbz, dx j-jn n1 cc j n1 av cst r-crq vbz vvn, r-crq vbz np1 np1. pn31|vbz j, dt d n1 av vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3456
That is the Foundation which the Prophets and Apostles laid, not making them the matter of it, but the layers of it;
That is the Foundation which the prophets and Apostles laid, not making them the matter of it, but the layers of it;
cst vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n2 cc n2 vvn, xx vvg pno32 dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31;
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3457
for so you must conceive his meaning in that Text, You are built on the Foundation of the Prophets and Apostles, that is, on the fundamental Doctrine which the Prophets and Apostles teach, of which foundation Iesus Christ himself,
for so you must conceive his meaning in that Text, You Are built on the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles, that is, on the fundamental Doctrine which the prophets and Apostles teach, of which Foundation Iesus christ himself,
c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq dt n2 cc n2 vvb, pp-f r-crq n1 np1 np1 px31,
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3458
although he be not all, yet he is the chief Corner-stone. The Knowledge of God was the chief point in Adams foundation.
although he be not all, yet he is the chief Cornerstone. The Knowledge of God was the chief point in Adams Foundation.
cs pns31 vbb xx d, av pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt j-jn n1 p-acp npg1 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3459
The knowledge of Christ is the chief point in our foundation.
The knowledge of christ is the chief point in our Foundation.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3460
Christ was not there at all as Mediator, but here he is in the first and chief place.
christ was not there At all as Mediator, but Here he is in the First and chief place.
np1 vbds xx a-acp p-acp d c-acp n1, cc-acp av pns31 vbz p-acp dt ord cc j-jn n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3461
There are other Cornerstones that rest upon him, but he, and he alone is the chief Corner-stone on which all the rest are set,
There Are other Cornerstones that rest upon him, but he, and he alone is the chief Cornerstone on which all the rest Are Set,
pc-acp vbr j-jn np1 cst n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31, cc pns31 av-j vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq d dt n1 vbr vvn,
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3462
and who supporteth all the building. And therefore he that fails of knowing him, must needs fail of life Eternal.
and who supporteth all the building. And Therefore he that fails of knowing him, must needs fail of life Eternal.
cc r-crq vvz d dt n1. cc av pns31 cst vvz pp-f vvg pno31, vmb av vvi pp-f n1 j.
(20) part (DIV2)
446
Page 118
3463
Secondly, the Knowledge of God is not enough to life Eternal, unless we know Christ too.
Secondly, the Knowledge of God is not enough to life Eternal, unless we know christ too.
ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av-d p-acp n1 j, cs pns12 vvb np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3464
Because unless we know Christ, we know not God as Reconciled unto us. We know him only on the terms that he was with us when we fell,
Because unless we know christ, we know not God as Reconciled unto us. We know him only on the terms that he was with us when we fell,
p-acp cs pns12 vvb np1, pns12 vvb xx np1 c-acp vvn p-acp pno12. pns12 vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vbds p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vvd,
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3465
and that is upon terms of enmity and opposition.
and that is upon terms of enmity and opposition.
cc d vbz p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3466
As long as we remain as Adam left us, un repaired and un-renewed, vve are enemies to God, God is an enemy to us.
As long as we remain as Adam left us, un repaired and unrenewed, we Are enemies to God, God is an enemy to us.
p-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1 vvn pno12, j vvn cc j, pns12 vbr n2 p-acp np1, np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3467
And if we knovv him out of Christ, either we knovv him not aright, or else we knovv him on such terms as these are;
And if we know him out of christ, either we know him not aright, or Else we know him on such terms as these Are;
cc cs pns12 vvb pno31 av pp-f np1, av-d pns12 vvb pno31 xx av, cc av pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr;
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3468
Christ is the only Mediator betvveen God and man.
christ is the only Mediator between God and man.
np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3469
He came dovvn into the World, to take up all the breaches and the differences betvveen his Father and his people,
He Come down into the World, to take up all the Breaches and the differences between his Father and his people,
pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc dt n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3470
and to make peace by the blood of his Cross.
and to make peace by the blood of his Cross.
cc p-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3471
And how should Christ make peace for us, unless we knovv him, unless we be acquainted with him? unless we put our matter into his hands.
And how should christ make peace for us, unless we know him, unless we be acquainted with him? unless we put our matter into his hands.
cc q-crq vmd np1 vvi n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vvb pno31, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp pno31? cs pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3472
So that if vve know Christ, vve may know God as a friend, in, and by, and through Christ.
So that if we know christ, we may know God as a friend, in, and by, and through christ.
av cst cs pns12 vvb np1, pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3473
We may look upon him then as Reconciled to us, as pacified and appeased tovvards us.
We may look upon him then as Reconciled to us, as pacified and appeased towards us.
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av c-acp vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12.
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3474
But if vve know not Christ at all, vve cannot know God otherwise then as an Enemy,
But if we know not christ At all, we cannot know God otherwise then as an Enemy,
p-acp cs pns12 vvb xx np1 p-acp d, pns12 vmbx vvi np1 av av c-acp dt n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3475
and as a Judge, and an Avenger: and whether such a knovvledge of him can be life Eternal, judge you?
and as a Judge, and an Avenger: and whither such a knowledge of him can be life Eternal, judge you?
cc p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1: cc cs d dt n1 pp-f pno31 vmb vbi n1 j, vvb pn22?
(20) part (DIV2)
447
Page 119
3476
Thirdly, Knovvledge of God is not enough to life Eternal, unless vve know Christ too;
Thirdly, Knowledge of God is not enough to life Eternal, unless we know christ too;
ord, n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av-d p-acp n1 j, cs pns12 vvb np1 av;
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3477
because unless we know Christ, and know him in and through Christ, vve know him vvithout Interest;
Because unless we know christ, and know him in and through christ, we know him without Interest;
c-acp cs pns12 vvb np1, cc vvb pno31 p-acp cc p-acp np1, pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3478
vve know him, but as none of ours.
we know him, but as none of ours.
pns12 vvb pno31, cc-acp c-acp pix pp-f png12.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3479
We parted vvith the Lord in Adam, vve lost him there, and all the right vve had in him;
We parted with the Lord in Adam, we lost him there, and all the right we had in him;
pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pns12 vvd pno31 a-acp, cc d dt j-jn pns12 vhd p-acp pno31;
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3480
and which way comes he to be ours again? but by a new, a second Covenant which he makes, the former being broken and dissolved.
and which Way comes he to be ours again? but by a new, a second Covenant which he makes, the former being broken and dissolved.
cc r-crq n1 vvz pns31 pc-acp vbi png12 av? cc-acp p-acp dt j, dt ord n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, dt j vbg vvn cc vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3481
I entered into Covenant with thee, and thou becamest mine, saith the Lord to his people, Ezech. 16.8.I entered into Covenant with thee, and thou becamest mine, Says the Lord to his people, Ezekiel 16.8.
pns11 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, cc pns21 vvd2 png11, vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3482
And is not Christ the Foundation of the Covenant? Is it not made with him in Christ? Is not the condition of the Covenant, Faith in Christ? Mark what the Apostle saith, Gal. 3.16. The Covenant was not made to seeds, as many, but to seed, as one;
And is not christ the Foundation of the Covenant? Is it not made with him in christ? Is not the condition of the Covenant, Faith in christ? Mark what the Apostle Says, Gal. 3.16. The Covenant was not made to seeds, as many, but to seed, as one;
cc vbz xx np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vbz pn31 xx vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp np1? vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 p-acp np1? n1 q-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp n2, c-acp d, cc-acp p-acp n1, c-acp pi;
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3483
that is, to Christ in aggregato, comprizing all his members with him. It was not made immediately to us;
that is, to christ in aggregato, comprising all his members with him. It was not made immediately to us;
cst vbz, p-acp np1 p-acp fw-la, vvg d po31 n2 p-acp pno31. pn31 vbds xx vvn av-j p-acp pno12;
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3484
no, it was made immediately to Christ our Head, and in and through him to us his members.
no, it was made immediately to christ our Head, and in and through him to us his members.
uh-dx, pn31 vbds vvn av-j p-acp np1 po12 n1, cc p-acp cc p-acp pno31 p-acp pno12 po31 n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3485
So that the Lord is not in Covenant with us, he is not ours, vve have no Title to him but in Christ.
So that the Lord is not in Covenant with us, he is not ours, we have no Title to him but in christ.
av cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vbz xx png12, pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3486
And hence the Interest of Christ in God is made the rise and ground of ours, I ascend to my God and your God, saith Jesus Christ to his Disciples, John 20.17.
And hence the Interest of christ in God is made the rise and ground of ours, I ascend to my God and your God, Says jesus christ to his Disciples, John 20.17.
cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f png12, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 cc po22 n1, vvz np1 np1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3487
First mine, and then yours. God is our Master but in Christ; He is his first and chief servant, and we are his servants in him.
First mine, and then yours. God is our Master but in christ; He is his First and chief servant, and we Are his Servants in him.
np1 png11, cc av png22. np1 vbz po12 n1 cc-acp p-acp np1; pns31 vbz po31 ord cc j-jn n1, cc pns12 vbr po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3488
God is our Father, but in Christ; he is his first begotten Son, and we are his sons in him.
God is our Father, but in christ; he is his First begotten Son, and we Are his Sons in him.
np1 vbz po12 n1, cc-acp p-acp np1; pns31 vbz po31 ord vvn n1, cc pns12 vbr po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3489
So that if we know Christ, there is a possibility that vve may know the Lord as our God.
So that if we know christ, there is a possibility that we may know the Lord as our God.
av cst cs pns12 vvb np1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3490
But if we know not Christ at all, how can we know God in him? We may know him as a God,
But if we know not christ At all, how can we know God in him? We may know him as a God,
p-acp cs pns12 vvb xx np1 p-acp d, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi np1 p-acp pno31? pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3491
as Adam did between the fall and the renewing of the Covenant, but such a one as we shall flie from,
as Adam did between the fallen and the renewing of the Covenant, but such a one as we shall fly from,
c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc-acp d dt crd c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp,
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3492
and as we can by no means close withall, because we look upon him now as none of ours,
and as we can by no means close withal, Because we look upon him now as none of ours,
cc c-acp pns12 vmb p-acp dx n2 av-j av, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 av c-acp pix pp-f png12,
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3493
as one in whom vve have no Interest at all.
as one in whom we have no Interest At all.
c-acp pi p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp d.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3494
And certainly Eternal life cannot consist in such a Knowledge of the Lord as this is.
And Certainly Eternal life cannot consist in such a Knowledge of the Lord as this is.
cc av-j j n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(20) part (DIV2)
448
Page 119
3495
Fourthly, Knowledge of God is not enough to life Eternal, unless we know Christ too;
Fourthly, Knowledge of God is not enough to life Eternal, unless we know christ too;
ord, n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av-d p-acp n1 j, cs pns12 vvb np1 av;
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3496
because unless we know Christ, as we know God without Interest, so we know him without Faith;
Because unless we know christ, as we know God without Interest, so we know him without Faith;
c-acp cs pns12 vvb np1, c-acp pns12 vvb np1 p-acp n1, av pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3497
I mean without saving faith, if vve know God without Christ; we may believe in God vvithout Christ:
I mean without Saving faith, if we know God without christ; we may believe in God without christ:
pns11 vvb p-acp vvg n1, cs pns12 vvb np1 p-acp np1; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1:
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3498
vve may believe in him as he is Omnipotent, and All-mighty, and Eternal, and the like.
we may believe in him as he is Omnipotent, and Almighty, and Eternal, and the like.
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc j, cc j, cc dt j.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3499
But such a faith as this will never justifie us in the present. Life, nor save us in the life to come.
But such a faith as this will never justify us in the present. Life, nor save us in the life to come.
p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vmb av-x vvi pno12 p-acp dt j. n1, ccx vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3500
Even Turks, and Jews, and Arrians boast of faith in God, you know; and yet because they appehend not Jesus Christ, they catch at nothing but a shadow;
Even Turks, and jews, and Arians boast of faith in God, you know; and yet Because they appehend not jesus christ, they catch At nothing but a shadow;
j np1, cc np2, cc n2-jn vvi pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vvb; cc av c-acp pns32 vvb xx np1 np1, pns32 vvb p-acp pix cc-acp dt n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3501
and miserably lose their own souls.
and miserably loose their own Souls.
cc av-j vvi po32 d n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3504
Well then, if we will so believe in God as to come to life Eternal, vve must believe in him through Christ.
Well then, if we will so believe in God as to come to life Eternal, we must believe in him through christ.
av av, cs pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp np1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3505
Such trust have we through Christ in God, saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 3.4.
Such trust have we through christ in God, Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 3.4.
d vvb vhb pns12 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3506
And this we cannot do unless vve know not God only, but Jesus Christ whom he hath sent.
And this we cannot do unless we know not God only, but jesus christ whom he hath sent.
cc d pns12 vmbx vdi cs pns12 vvb xx np1 av-j, p-acp np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3507
For distinct explicite Knowledge is absolutely necessary to the being of Faith: and perfect Ignorance in any point whatever it be, destroyes all faith in that particular.
For distinct explicit Knowledge is absolutely necessary to the being of Faith: and perfect Ignorance in any point whatever it be, Destroys all faith in that particular.
p-acp j j n1 vbz av-j j p-acp dt vbg pp-f n1: cc j n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pn31 vbi, vvz d n1 p-acp d j.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3508
And hence is the Apostles question, How shall they believe in him, of whom they have not heard? and consequently whom they have not known.
And hence is the Apostles question, How shall they believe in him, of whom they have not herd? and consequently whom they have not known.
cc av vbz dt np1 n1, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31, pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn? cc av-j r-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3509
So that if we know not Christ, we cannot believe in him, vve cannot believe in God with a justifying faith.
So that if we know not christ, we cannot believe in him, we cannot believe in God with a justifying faith.
av cst cs pns12 vvb xx np1, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvg n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3510
And he that believes not is condemned already: such a person is in a state of death and condemnation.And he that believes not is condemned already: such a person is in a state of death and condemnation.
cc pns31 cst vvz xx vbz vvn av: d dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3511
But if we know both God and Christ too, and so as to believe in God through Christ;
But if we know both God and christ too, and so as to believe in God through christ;
p-acp cs pns12 vvb d n1 cc np1 av, cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1;
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3512
Eternal life consists in this Knowledge. This is life Eternal, to know the only true God, &c.Eternal life consists in this Knowledge. This is life Eternal, to know the only true God, etc.
j n1 vvz p-acp d n1. d vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt j j np1, av
(20) part (DIV2)
449
Page 120
3513
Now is it so, my Brethren, that the Knowledge which is life Eternal, in which Eternal life consisteth, is the Knowledge both of God and Christ too? Now is it so, my Brothers, that the Knowledge which is life Eternal, in which Eternal life Consisteth, is the Knowledge both of God and christ too?
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 j, p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz, vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc np1 av?
(20) part (DIV2)
450
Page 120
3514
Then in the first place, we may here behold the dangerous estate of Heathen Nations, who know not Jesus Christ,
Then in the First place, we may Here behold the dangerous estate of Heathen nations, who know not jesus christ,
av p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vmb av vvi dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq vvb xx np1 np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3515
nor can they any vvay (in the condition they are in) attain to this Knowledge.
nor can they any Way (in the condition they Are in) attain to this Knowledge.
ccx vmb pns32 d n1 (p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr p-acp) vvb p-acp d n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3516
How should they come to life Eternal, if this be life Eternal, to know the only true God,
How should they come to life Eternal, if this be life Eternal, to know the only true God,
q-crq vmd pns32 vvi p-acp n1 j, cs d vbb n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt j j np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3517
and Iesus Christ whom he hath sent? Its true, that even they have means to know God,and Iesus christ whom he hath sent? Its true, that even they have means to know God,
cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn? pn31|vbz j, cst av pns32 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3518
as the Apostle shews and proves, Rom. 1.19, 20. That which may be known (conceive it, that which may be naturally known) of God, is manifest in them, that is the Heathen,
as the Apostle shows and Proves, Rom. 1.19, 20. That which may be known (conceive it, that which may be naturally known) of God, is manifest in them, that is the Heathen,
c-acp dt n1 vvz cc vvz, np1 crd, crd cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn (vvb pn31, cst r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn) pp-f np1, vbz j p-acp pno32, cst vbz dt j-jn,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3519
for God hath even shewed it to them.
for God hath even showed it to them.
c-acp np1 vhz av vvd pn31 p-acp pno32.
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3520
For the Invisible things of him, from the Creation of the world are cleerly seen, being understood by the things which he hath made,
For the Invisible things of him, from the Creation of the world Are clearly seen, being understood by the things which he hath made,
p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-j vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3521
even his eternal power and God-head. So that there is an Image and Resemblance of him stamped upon the Creatures:even his Eternal power and Godhead. So that there is an Image and Resemblance of him stamped upon the Creatures:
av po31 j n1 cc n1. av cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 vvd p-acp dt n2:
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3522
there are apparent Characters and foot-steps, and Impressions of the God-head, of his Power, and of his Wisdom set upon the things that he hath made, which may be looked upon by every eye.
there Are apparent Characters and footsteps, and Impressions of the Godhead, of his Power, and of his Wisdom Set upon the things that he hath made, which may be looked upon by every eye.
a-acp vbr j n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3523
How doth his Glory shine and glister in the Rare and admirable structure of the World, the glorious frame of Heaven and Earth? And hence it is that David saith, the Heavens declare the glory of God,
How does his Glory shine and glister in the Rare and admirable structure of the World, the glorious frame of Heaven and Earth? And hence it is that David Says, the Heavens declare the glory of God,
q-crq vdz po31 n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? cc av pn31 vbz cst np1 vvz, dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3524
and the Firmament sheweth his handy-work, Psalm 19.1. Indeed, he tells us afterwards, the Law of the Lord is perfect: and the Firmament shows his handiwork, Psalm 19.1. Indeed, he tells us afterwards, the Law of the Lord is perfect:
cc dt n1 vvz po31 n1, n1 crd. np1, pns31 vvz pno12 av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j:
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3525
the Word of God, and that alone is a perfect, a compleat and perfect help to bring us to the knowledge of God;
the Word of God, and that alone is a perfect, a complete and perfect help to bring us to the knowledge of God;
dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst av-j vbz dt j, dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1;
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3526
but yet there is some declaration of him in the Creatures; the Heavens declare the glory of God;
but yet there is Some declaration of him in the Creatures; the Heavens declare the glory of God;
cc-acp av pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n2; dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1;
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 120
3527
And the means the Heathens have, the creatures Catechize them and instruct them in the Knowledge of God,
And the means the heathens have, the creatures Catechise them and instruct them in the Knowledge of God,
cc dt n2 dt n2-jn vhb, dt n2 vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 121
3528
as Job shews, Iob 12.7, Ask now the beasts and they shall teach thee, the fowls of the heavens and they shall tell thee,
as Job shows, Job 12.7, Ask now the beasts and they shall teach thee, the fowls of the heavens and they shall tell thee,
c-acp n1 vvz, np1 crd, vvb av dt n2 cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21, dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21,
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 121
3529
or speak to the earth and it shall teach thee, and the fishes of the Sea shall declare to thee;
or speak to the earth and it shall teach thee, and the Fish of the Sea shall declare to thee;
cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc pn31 vmb vvi pno21, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21;
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 121
3530
who knoweth not in all these, that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this? and therefore the Apostle tells us, that even they the heathen know God as you may see, Rom. 1.21.who Knoweth not in all these, that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this? and Therefore the Apostle tells us, that even they the heathen know God as you may see, Rom. 1.21.
r-crq vvz xx p-acp d d, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn d? cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst av pns32 dt j-jn vvb np1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
451
Page 121
3531
But now they have no means to know Christ, and this is life Eternal to know both, both God and Christ too.
But now they have no means to know christ, and this is life Eternal to know both, both God and christ too.
p-acp av pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi np1, cc d vbz n1 j p-acp vvb d, d n1 cc np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3532
So that in this respect they are cut off from life Eternal, which is a very sad case.
So that in this respect they Are Cut off from life Eternal, which is a very sad case.
av cst p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1 j, r-crq vbz dt av j n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3533
This Knowledge is not written in the Creature-book, and they have not the Scripture-book, and how then should they come to it? Its true that God is written in the Creature-book as I shewed you even now,
This Knowledge is not written in the creature-book, and they have not the Scripture-book, and how then should they come to it? Its true that God is written in the creature-book as I showed you even now,
d n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vhb xx dt n1, cc c-crq av vmd pns32 vvi p-acp pn31? po31 j cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 av av,
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3534
but not a word of Christ there. Not a word I mean as Man and Mediator of the Church;
but not a word of christ there. Not a word I mean as Man and Mediator of the Church;
cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp. xx dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3535
as he is Christ whom God hath sent. He did not make the World as man,
as he is christ whom God hath sent. He did not make the World as man,
c-acp pns31 vbz np1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3536
and so by Consequence as Man he is not represented in the Book of the Creation;
and so by Consequence as Man he is not represented in the Book of the Creation;
cc av p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3537
God is written in the heart, but not a word of Christ there.
God is written in the heart, but not a word of christ there.
np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp xx dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3538
The Law is written in the heart by nature, but there are no Impressions of the Gospel, which is the Word of Christ,
The Law is written in the heart by nature, but there Are no Impressions of the Gospel, which is the Word of christ,
dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbr dx n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3539
as the Apostles phrase is, Col. 3.16.
as the Apostles phrase is, Col. 3.16.
c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3540
And hence it is, that all the Nations that dwell upon the face of the earth have groped after God,
And hence it is, that all the nations that dwell upon the face of the earth have groped After God,
cc av pn31 vbz, cst d dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhb vvd p-acp np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3541
and found him too, as you may see, Acts 17.27. All people have acknowledged him. Let a man run from East to West, from North to South:
and found him too, as you may see, Acts 17.27. All people have acknowledged him. Let a man run from East to West, from North to South:
cc vvd pno31 av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n2 crd. d n1 vhb vvn pno31. vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3542
let him ransack all Ages, and where he findeth any men, there he shall find some Worship,
let him ransack all Ages, and where he finds any men, there he shall find Some Worship,
vvb pno31 vvi d n2, cc c-crq pns31 vvz d n2, a-acp pns31 vmb vvi d n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3543
or Religion, by which they all acknowledge that there is a God.
or Religion, by which they all acknowledge that there is a God.
cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 d vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3544
And though they differ in the manner of their Worship, they all agree in this, that there is a Deity that must be Worshipped.
And though they differ in the manner of their Worship, they all agree in this, that there is a Deity that must be Worshipped.
cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 d vvi p-acp d, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3545
Within these hundred years you know my Brethren, there have been many Nations discovered, and many are discovered still, which were unknown in former Ages.
Within these hundred Years you know my Brothers, there have been many nations discovered, and many Are discovered still, which were unknown in former Ages.
p-acp d crd n2 pn22 vvb po11 n2, pc-acp vhi vbn d n2 vvn, cc d vbr vvn av, r-crq vbdr j p-acp j n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3546
Among them many have been found to live without Law, King, house, going naked, and wandering in the open field,
Among them many have been found to live without Law, King, house, going naked, and wandering in the open field,
p-acp pno32 d vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, n1, n1, vvg j, cc vvg p-acp dt j n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3547
yet none without some species of Religion, and some notice of a God, which shews us evidently, that it is not so natural a thing in man to love Society, to cover and to cloath himself against the injuries of weather (which yet is very natural) as to acknowledge God.
yet none without Some species of Religion, and Some notice of a God, which shows us evidently, that it is not so natural a thing in man to love Society, to cover and to cloth himself against the injuries of weather (which yet is very natural) as to acknowledge God.
av pix p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc d n1 pp-f dt np1, r-crq vvz pno12 av-j, cst pn31 vbz xx av j dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi cc p-acp n1 px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 (r-crq av vbz av j) p-acp pc-acp vvi np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
452
Page 121
3548
But now my Brethren, among which of all these Nations who never had the book of Scriptures, shall you find any notice of a Christ, any inckling of a Saviour or Redeemer? No, no, there is no hint of that among them, they have no glimpse, no crevice to give them any light of Jesus Christ.
But now my Brothers, among which of all these nations who never had the book of Scriptures, shall you find any notice of a christ, any inkling of a Saviour or Redeemer? No, no, there is no hint of that among them, they have no glimpse, no crevice to give them any Light of jesus christ.
p-acp av po11 n2, p-acp r-crq pp-f d d n2 r-crq av-x vhd dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb pn22 vvi d n1 pp-f dt np1, d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1? uh-dx, uh-dx, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb dx n1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
453
Page 121
3549
And how then can they come to life Eternal, since it consisteth in the knowledge both of God and Christ too? not of the former only, but the latter also.
And how then can they come to life Eternal, since it Consisteth in the knowledge both of God and christ too? not of the former only, but the latter also.
cc q-crq av vmb pns32 vvi p-acp n1 j, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc np1 av? xx pp-f dt j av-j, cc-acp dt d av.
(20) part (DIV2)
453
Page 121
3550
And therefore we have cause to pitty them and bleed over them, and to importune God for them, that the Gospel may be preached where Christ as yet hath not been so much as named:
And Therefore we have cause to pity them and bleed over them, and to importune God for them, that the Gospel may be preached where christ as yet hath not been so much as nam:
cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn c-crq np1 c-acp av vhz xx vbn av av-d c-acp vvd:
(20) part (DIV2)
453
Page 121
3551
that to the people that are yet in darkness there may shine a great light. that to the people that Are yet in darkness there may shine a great Light.
cst p-acp dt n1 cst vbr av p-acp n1 a-acp vmb vvi dt j n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
453
Page 121
3552
That as they have some intimations of a God, they may know Christ too, and so may come to live for ever;
That as they have Some intimations of a God, they may know christ too, and so may come to live for ever;
d c-acp pns32 vhb d n2 pp-f dt np1, pns32 vmb vvi np1 av, cc av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp av;
(20) part (DIV2)
453
Page 121
3553
for this is life Eternal, &c.for this is life Eternal, etc.
p-acp d vbz n1 j, av
(20) part (DIV2)
453
Page 121
3554
Is it so my Brethren, that the knowledge which is life Eternal, &c. is the Knowledge both of God and Christ too? Then let the Ministers,
Is it so my Brothers, that the knowledge which is life Eternal, etc. is the Knowledge both of God and christ too? Then let the Ministers,
vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 j, av vbz dt n1 d pp-f np1 cc np1 av? av vvb dt n2,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3555
and the Embassadors of Jesus Christ be hence advised, as they desire to save themselves and them that hear them, to bring their Hearers to Eternal life,
and the ambassadors of jesus christ be hence advised, as they desire to save themselves and them that hear them, to bring their Hearers to Eternal life,
cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbb av vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi px32 cc pno32 cst vvb pno32, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp j n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3556
so to instruct them and to bring them on-ward in the Knowledge not of God alone but of Jesus Christ too.
so to instruct them and to bring them onward in the Knowledge not of God alone but of jesus christ too.
av pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 p-acp dt n1 xx pp-f np1 av-j cc-acp pp-f np1 np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3557
Let it be their special labour and endeavour to acquaint them with the things of Jesus Christ,
Let it be their special labour and endeavour to acquaint them with the things of jesus christ,
vvb pn31 vbb po32 j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3558
and to implant his Knowledge in their hearts, which is as I have shewed so necessary to salvation.
and to implant his Knowledge in their hearts, which is as I have showed so necessary to salvation.
cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbz a-acp pns11 vhb vvn av j p-acp n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3559
Paul was a very good Preacher, and see what vvas the special subject of his Ministry, Col. 1.26, 27. saith the Apostle there, the riches of the Glory of this Mysterie, viz. the Gospel is Christ in you the hope of glory, whom we preach, warning every man, Paul was a very good Preacher, and see what was the special Subject of his Ministry, Col. 1.26, 27. Says the Apostle there, the riches of the Glory of this Mystery, viz. the Gospel is christ in you the hope of glory, whom we preach, warning every man,
np1 vbds dt j j n1, cc vvb r-crq vbds dt j n-jn pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd, crd vvz dt n1 a-acp, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 dt n1 vbz np1 p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, ro-crq pns12 vvb, vvg d n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3560
and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Iesus. and teaching every man in all Wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in christ Iesus.
cc vvg d n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi d n1 j p-acp np1 np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
6125
If it be done with holy reverence, and with an humble and sincere desire of satisfaction and instruction, it is a very good course.
If it be done with holy Reverence, and with an humble and sincere desire of satisfaction and instruction, it is a very good course.
cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz dt av j n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
792
Page 212
3562
the knowledge of the Father will not serve the turn, and therefore vve preach Christ to them, that in and through him they may be perfect.
the knowledge of the Father will not serve the turn, and Therefore we preach christ to them, that in and through him they may be perfect.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cc av pns12 vvb np1 p-acp pno32, cst p-acp cc p-acp pno31 pns32 vmb vbi j.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3563
And though the same Apostle did so excel in knowledge, that he durst without vain glory, compare vvith the very chiefest Apostles,
And though the same Apostle did so excel in knowledge, that he durst without vain glory, compare with the very chiefest Apostles,
cc cs dt d n1 vdd av vvi p-acp n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp j n1, vvb p-acp dt j js-jn n2,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3564
as you may see, 2 Cor. 11.5, 6. Though I be rude in speech, saith he, yet not in knowledge, but we have been throughly made manifest to you in all things, q. d.
as you may see, 2 Cor. 11.5, 6. Though I be rude in speech, Says he, yet not in knowledge, but we have been thoroughly made manifest to you in all things, q. worser.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd, crd cs pns11 vbb j p-acp n1, vvz pns31, av xx p-acp n1, cc-acp pns12 vhb vbn av-j vvn j p-acp pn22 p-acp d n2, vvd. sy.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3565
There was no point of knowledge in Religion needful for you to be instructed in, no difficult and thorny case of Conscience, that any of you had occasion to propound to me,
There was no point of knowledge in Religion needful for you to be instructed in, no difficult and thorny case of Conscience, that any of you had occasion to propound to me,
pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, dx j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cst d pp-f pn22 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3566
but I was able fully and cleerly to resolve you in;
but I was able Fully and clearly to resolve you in;
cc-acp pns11 vbds j av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp;
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3567
yea though he had received such abundance of Revelation from the Lord, that he was in great danger to be exalted above reason,
yea though he had received such abundance of Revelation from the Lord, that he was in great danger to be exalted above reason,
uh cs pns31 vhd vvn d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbds p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3568
as he himself acknowledges, 1 Cor. 12.7. yet he professes notwithstanding that he made no account of all his other Learning in comparison of this, to know Iesus Christ and him crucified.
as he himself acknowledges, 1 Cor. 12.7. yet he Professes notwithstanding that he made no account of all his other Learning in comparison of this, to know Iesus christ and him Crucified.
c-acp pns31 px31 vvz, crd np1 crd. av pns31 vvz p-acp cst pns31 vvd dx vvb pp-f d po31 j-jn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3569
This was the whole scope and drift of his Ministry, 2 Cor. 2.2. This was the high point of Learning that he gloried in.
This was the Whole scope and drift of his Ministry, 2 Cor. 2.2. This was the high point of Learning that he gloried in.
d vbds dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, crd np1 crd. d vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3570
This was the Knowledge that he laboured in his preaching to bring the Corinthians to. And this he did advisedly, and upon mature Judgement;
This was the Knowledge that he laboured in his preaching to bring the Corinthians to. And this he did advisedly, and upon mature Judgement;
d vbds dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp po31 vvg pc-acp vvi dt np1 p-acp. cc d pns31 vdd av-vvn, cc p-acp j n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3571
NONLATINALPHABET I determined, saith he, it was my setled and advised resolution before I preached to you, that this should be the highest point of Knowledge, that I would profess my self to be acquainted with,
I determined, Says he, it was my settled and advised resolution before I preached to you, that this should be the highest point of Knowledge, that I would profess my self to be acquainted with,
pns11 vvd, vvz pns31, pn31 vbds po11 j-vvn cc j-vvn n1 c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pn22, cst d vmd vbi dt js n1 pp-f n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3572
and to have skill in, and which I vvould in the whole course of my Ministry endeavour to instil into you.
and to have skill in, and which I would in the Whole course of my Ministry endeavour to instil into you.
cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp, cc r-crq pns11 vmd p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3573
I determined to know nothing among you, not a title of any thing, but Iesus Christ and him crucified. I determined to know nothing among you, not a title of any thing, but Iesus christ and him Crucified.
pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pix p-acp pn22, xx dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3574
Oh that we vvere all of the Apostle Pauls mind! Oh that all Ministers and Preachers of the Gospel would do as this Apostle did:
O that we were all of the Apostle Paul's mind! O that all Ministers and Preachers of the Gospel would do as this Apostle did:
uh cst pns12 vbdr d pp-f dt n1 npg1 n1! uh cst d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vdi c-acp d n1 vdd:
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3575
that they would not so much affect the knowledge of nice & intricate and curious speculations,
that they would not so much affect the knowledge of Nicaenae & intricate and curious speculations,
cst pns32 vmd xx av av-d vvi dt n1 pp-f j cc j cc j n2,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3576
and busie their own and other mens heads with unprofitable controversies with opposition of Science falsly so called,
and busy their own and other men's Heads with unprofitable controversies with opposition of Science falsely so called,
cc vvi po32 d cc j-jn ng2 n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av-j av vvn,
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3577
as the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 6.11. That they would not make this their glory to excel others in secular Learning, and in such points of knowledge as are vain as to the main and great business:
as the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 6.11. That they would not make this their glory to excel Others in secular Learning, and in such points of knowledge as Are vain as to the main and great business:
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. cst pns32 vmd xx vvi d po32 n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp j n1, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vbr j c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3578
but rather bend themselves to study this point better, and to strive to bring themselves and others to this skill, to know Iesus Christ and him crucified.
but rather bend themselves to study this point better, and to strive to bring themselves and Others to this skill, to know Iesus christ and him Crucified.
cc-acp av-c vvb px32 pc-acp vvi d n1 av-jc, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi px32 cc n2-jn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd.
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3579
This were the way indeed to make them happy everlastingly, for this is eternal life, &c.
This were the Way indeed to make them happy everlastingly, for this is Eternal life, etc.
d vbdr dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pno32 j av-j, c-acp d vbz j n1, av
(20) part (DIV2)
454
Page 122
3580
Is it so my Brethren, that the Knowledge which is life Eternal, in which, &c. Then be you all intreated,
Is it so my Brothers, that the Knowledge which is life Eternal, in which, etc. Then be you all entreated,
vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 j, p-acp r-crq, av av vbb pn22 d vvn,
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3581
and prevailed withall my Brethren, to labour after this Knowledge.
and prevailed withal my Brothers, to labour After this Knowledge.
cc vvd av po11 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3582
Not to content your selves vvith this, that you have some degrees of the Knowledge of God,
Not to content your selves with this, that you have Some Degrees of the Knowledge of God,
xx pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d, cst pn22 vhb d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3583
unless withall you know Christ too.
unless withal you know christ too.
cs av pn22 vvb np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3584
Let this be your main Endeavour, to get an insight into those things which concern him, that you may know God in him:
Let this be your main Endeavour, to get an insight into those things which concern him, that you may know God in him:
vvb d vbi po22 j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb pno31, cst pn22 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pno31:
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3585
That you may look upon him through Christ, and so may see him as he is in Christ to his people.
That you may look upon him through christ, and so may see him as he is in christ to his people.
cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, cc av vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3586
We preach not our selves, but the Lord Iesus Christ, saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.5. It is Christ that we preach. We preach not our selves, but the Lord Iesus christ, Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.5. It is christ that we preach.
pns12 vvb xx po12 n2, cc-acp dt n1 np1 np1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz np1 cst pns12 vvb.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3587
What then might some man say, do you not preach God too? Yes, saith the Apostle there, vve preach God,
What then might Some man say, do you not preach God too? Yes, Says the Apostle there, we preach God,
q-crq av vmd d n1 vvi, vdb pn22 xx vvi np1 av? uh, vvz dt n1 a-acp, pns12 vvb np1,
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3588
but we preach him in Christ:
but we preach him in christ:
cc-acp pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp np1:
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3589
for God hath shined into our hearts, to give the light of the Knowledge of God in the face of Iesus Christ, as it is added in the next words.for God hath shined into our hearts, to give the Light of the Knowledge of God in the face of Iesus christ, as it is added in the next words.
p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3590
So then my Brethren, we must have the light of the Knowledge of God, but it must be in the face of Christ.
So then my Brothers, we must have the Light of the Knowledge of God, but it must be in the face of christ.
av cs po11 n2, pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3591
It must not shine immediately upon us, as it comes from God, for then it vvill overcome us:
It must not shine immediately upon us, as it comes from God, for then it will overcome us:
pn31 vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp pno12, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp np1, c-acp cs pn31 vmb vvi pno12:
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3592
but it must shine upon us by Reflection on the face of Christ Jesus.
but it must shine upon us by Reflection on the face of christ jesus.
cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3593
If vve would see God we must look on Jesus Christ, and we shall see God in him;
If we would see God we must look on jesus christ, and we shall see God in him;
cs pns12 vmd vvi np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 np1, cc pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pno31;
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3594
and hence our Saviour said to Philip, when he entreated him to shew him the Father, he that hath seen me hath seen the Father also:
and hence our Saviour said to Philip, when he entreated him to show him the Father, he that hath seen me hath seen the Father also:
cc av po12 n1 vvd p-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno11 vhz vvn dt n1 av:
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3595
If we would know God, vve must seek to know Christ, and vve shall know God in him.
If we would know God, we must seek to know christ, and we shall know God in him.
cs pns12 vmd vvi np1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1, cc pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3596
And therefore let us set our selves to this business, to know God, and Iesus Christ whom he hath sent, yea, to know God in Jesus Christ:
And Therefore let us Set our selves to this business, to know God, and Iesus christ whom he hath sent, yea, to know God in jesus christ:
cc av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvb np1, cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, uh, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1 np1:
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3597
and to this I shall perswade vvith some Motives.
and to this I shall persuade with Some Motives.
cc p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
455
Page 123
3598
First, till you know God in Jesus Christ, you can have no assurance of any blessing from God, either spiritual or temporal;
First, till you know God in jesus christ, you can have no assurance of any blessing from God, either spiritual or temporal;
ord, c-acp pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1, pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, d j cc j;
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3599
that any thing comes to you in a Covenant-way, for all the Promises of God are made in Christ.
that any thing comes to you in a Covenant way, for all the Promises of God Are made in christ.
cst d n1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt vvz pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3600
They are the Promises of God indeed, as they are called, 2 Cor. 1.20. but they are made in Jesus Christ, they are in him Yea, and in him Amen, as it is added there in that place.
They Are the Promises of God indeed, as they Are called, 2 Cor. 1.20. but they Are made in jesus christ, they Are in him Yea, and in him Amen, as it is added there in that place.
pns32 vbr dt vvz pp-f np1 av, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, crd np1 crd. cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vbr p-acp pno31 uh, cc p-acp pno31 uh-n, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
4229
As to procure and purchase it, so to reveal and publish it to his people.
As to procure and purchase it, so to reveal and publish it to his people.
c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 144
3601
So that if you know God and not Christ, you know him not as making any promise to you.
So that if you know God and not christ, you know him not as making any promise to you.
av cst cs pn22 vvb np1 cc xx np1, pn22 vvb pno31 xx c-acp vvg d n1 p-acp pn22.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3602
You may know him as a threatner, this he doth with reference to Christ;
You may know him as a threatener, this he does with Referente to christ;
pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, d pns31 vdz p-acp n1 p-acp np1;
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3603
but you can never know him as a Promiser, at least not as a Promiser to you in special.
but you can never know him as a Promiser, At least not as a Promiser to you in special.
cc-acp pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ds xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp j.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3604
You have no Promise of the Lord for any thing, no Promise of the Lord will reach to you, to profit you,
You have no Promise of the Lord for any thing, no Promise of the Lord will reach to you, to profit you,
pn22 vhb dx n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, dx n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22,
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3605
as long as you know not Christ the means of Conveyance.
as long as you know not christ the means of Conveyance.
c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vvb xx np1 dt n2 pp-f n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3606
Look over all the book of God, consider all the precious Promises contained in it, from the beginning of it to the End;
Look over all the book of God, Consider all the precious Promises contained in it, from the beginning of it to the End;
n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb d dt j vvz vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt vvb;
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3607
and this resolve, if you know not God, you have no right to in any one of them,
and this resolve, if you know not God, you have no right to in any one of them,
cc d vvb, cs pn22 vvb xx np1, pn22 vhb dx j-jn p-acp p-acp d crd pp-f pno32,
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3608
nor shall you ever (if you so continue) be a whit the better from them:
nor shall you ever (if you so continue) be a whit the better from them:
ccx vmb pn22 av (cs pn22 av vvi) vbb dt n1 dt jc p-acp pno32:
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3609
God hath made Jesus Christ his Steward, he hath put all things into his hand, as vve may see, Mat. 11.27. All things are delivered unto me of my Father, saith our Saviour;
God hath made jesus christ his Steward, he hath put all things into his hand, as we may see, Mathew 11.27. All things Are Delivered unto me of my Father, Says our Saviour;
np1 vhz vvn np1 np1 po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd. d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno11 pp-f po11 n1, vvz po12 n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3610
so that they come not to us but through him, they go all through his hands.
so that they come not to us but through him, they go all through his hands.
av cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp pno31, pns32 vvb d p-acp po31 n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3611
God hath made him heir of all things, as the Apostle speaks, Heb. 1.2.
God hath made him heir of all things, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 1.2.
np1 vhz vvn pno31 n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3612
So that you see my Brethren, all is his, and Consequently we can have nothing but from and by, and through him.
So that you see my Brothers, all is his, and Consequently we can have nothing but from and by, and through him.
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, d vbz png31, cc av-j pns12 vmb vhi pix cc-acp p-acp cc a-acp, cc p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
456
Page 123
3613
Till you know God in Jesus Christ, the Blessings which you have from God, you have them not in love and mercy:
Till you know God in jesus christ, the Blessings which you have from God, you have them not in love and mercy:
c-acp pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1, dt n2 r-crq pn22 vhb p-acp np1, pn22 vhb pno32 xx p-acp n1 cc n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 123
3614
So that indeed you can find no true and kindly relish in them.
So that indeed you can find no true and kindly relish in them.
av cst av pn22 vmb vvi dx j cc av-j vvi p-acp pno32.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 123
3615
For this is that vvhich sweetens all the Blessings of the Lord, when a man can say as Iacob of his Children, Gen. 33.5 These are the Children which God hath graciously given thy servant.
For this is that which sweetens all the Blessings of the Lord, when a man can say as Iacob of his Children, Gen. 33.5 These Are the Children which God hath graciously given thy servant.
p-acp d vbz d r-crq vvz d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd d vbr dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn po21 n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3616
As David being rescued out of danger, The Lord delivered me, saith he, because he delighted in me, 2 Sam. 22.20.
As David being rescued out of danger, The Lord Delivered me, Says he, Because he delighted in me, 2 Sam. 22.20.
p-acp np1 vbg vvn av pp-f n1, dt n1 vvd pno11, vvz pns31, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno11, crd np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3617
Then are his Blessings and Deliverances sweet indeed, vvhen we can relish love in them, vvhen vve can look upon them as the fruits of mercy.
Then Are his Blessings and Deliverances sweet indeed, when we can relish love in them, when we can look upon them as the fruits of mercy.
av vbr po31 n2 cc n2 j av, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3618
Alas, vve know God poureth out his Blessings abundantly on many men, not in love, but in displeasure;
Alas, we know God pours out his Blessings abundantly on many men, not in love, but in displeasure;
np1, pns12 vvb np1 vvz av po31 n2 av-j p-acp d n2, xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3619
He gave them their desire, saith the Psalmist of the Jews that perished in the Wilderness:He gave them their desire, Says the Psalmist of the jews that perished in the Wilderness:
pns31 vvd pno32 po32 n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt np2 cst vvd p-acp dt n1:
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3620
but while the meat was in their mouthes, the wrath of God went out against them, but while the meat was in their mouths, the wrath of God went out against them,
cc-acp cs dt n1 vbds p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av p-acp pno32,
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3621
and slew the fattest of them, Psalm 78.31. they had the Blessing, but they had it with a curse.and slew the Fattest of them, Psalm 78.31. they had the Blessing, but they had it with a curse.
cc vvd dt js pp-f pno32, n1 crd. pns32 vhd dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vhd pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3622
The Lord did curse their blessings to them, and so he doth to all that know him not in Jesus Christ, who is his first Beloved,
The Lord did curse their blessings to them, and so he does to all that know him not in jesus christ, who is his First beloved,
dt n1 vdd vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cc av pns31 vdz p-acp d cst vvb pno31 xx p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vbz po31 ord vvn,
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3623
and in whom he loves others. Christ is the only Way of Intercourse between God and our souls.
and in whom he loves Others. christ is the only Way of Intercourse between God and our Souls.
cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz n2-jn. np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc po12 n2.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3624
He is the Way from God to us;
He is the Way from God to us;
pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno12;
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3625
He is the Channel and the Pipe in which the stream of Gods love runs down to us.
He is the Channel and the Pipe in which the stream of God's love runs down to us.
pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz a-acp p-acp pno12.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3626
So that there is not one drop of Love from God to any soul, but it is conveyed and carried to it in, and by, and through Christ.
So that there is not one drop of Love from God to any soul, but it is conveyed and carried to it in, and by, and through christ.
av cst pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3627
Out of Christ we have no Love, and consequently nothing in Love. Till you know God in Jesus Christ, as he gives nothing in Love to you,
Out of christ we have no Love, and consequently nothing in Love. Till you know God in jesus christ, as he gives nothing in Love to you,
av pp-f np1 pns12 vhb dx n1, cc av-j pix p-acp n1. c-acp pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vvz pix p-acp n1 p-acp pn22,
(20) part (DIV2)
457
Page 124
3628
so he takes nothing in Love from you. Do what you will, or what you can, he is never pleased vvith you.
so he Takes nothing in Love from you. Do what you will, or what you can, he is never pleased with you.
av pns31 vvz pix p-acp n1 p-acp pn22. vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, cc r-crq pn22 vmb, pns31 vbz av-x vvn p-acp pn22.
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3629
He accepts of no Duties, no service you perform to him. This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, Matth. 3.17. Observe it well, for it is very notable;
He accepts of no Duties, no service you perform to him. This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, Matthew 3.17. Observe it well, for it is very notable;
pns31 vvz pp-f dx n2, dx n1 pn22 vvb p-acp pno31. d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av, c-acp pn31 vbz av j;
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3630
He doth not say with whom I am well pleased, but in whom I am well pleased.
He does not say with whom I am well pleased, but in whom I am well pleased.
pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn, cc-acp p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3631
In whom I am well pleased with all, with vvhom I am well pleased, with all that are in him,
In whom I am well pleased with all, with whom I am well pleased, with all that Are in him,
p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn, p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno31,
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3632
and with no man out of him.
and with no man out of him.
cc p-acp dx n1 av pp-f pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3633
If you know God in Christ, you may know him as a God vvell pleased vvith you, otherwise you cannot.
If you know God in christ, you may know him as a God well pleased with you, otherwise you cannot.
cs pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 av vvn p-acp pn22, av pn22 vmbx.
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3634
He hath made us accepted in the Beloved, saith the Apostle, Eph. 1.6.
He hath made us accepted in the beloved, Says the Apostle, Ephesians 1.6.
pns31 vhz vvn pno12 vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3635
First Christ is the Beloved of the Father, and then vve are beloved and accepted in him.
First christ is the beloved of the Father, and then we Are Beloved and accepted in him.
np1 np1 vbz dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1, cc av pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
458
Page 124
3636
Till you know God in Jesus Christ, you know him not as one that pardons and forgives you,
Till you know God in jesus christ, you know him not as one that Pardons and forgives you,
c-acp pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1, pn22 vvb pno31 xx c-acp pi cst vvz cc vvz pn22,
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3637
but as one that charges all your sins upon you.
but as one that charges all your Sins upon you.
cc-acp c-acp pi cst vvz d po22 n2 p-acp pn22.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3638
In him we have Redemption through his blood, saith the Apostle, even the forgiveness of our sins, Eph. 1.7. We have not pardon but in him.In him we have Redemption through his blood, Says the Apostle, even the forgiveness of our Sins, Ephesians 1.7. We have not pardon but in him.
p-acp pno31 pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, np1 crd. pns12 vhb xx n1 cc-acp p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3639
Him hath the Lord set forth as a propitiation through faith in his blood, saith the Apostle, Rom. 3.25. God hath made him the Mercy-seat, the seat of Mercy, from vvhich Mercy is dispensed.Him hath the Lord Set forth as a propitiation through faith in his blood, Says the Apostle, Rom. 3.25. God hath made him the Mercy-seat, the seat of Mercy, from which Mercy is dispensed.
pno31 vhz dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3640
And whereas formerly the Mercy-seat under the Law vvas placed within the Vail, and so vvas hidden both from the people and the Priests;
And whereas formerly the Mercy-seat under the Law was placed within the vail, and so was hidden both from the people and the Priests;
cc cs av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av vbds vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2;
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3641
the High-Priest only had access to it, and that but once a year neither.
the High-Priest only had access to it, and that but once a year neither.
dt n1 av-j vhd n1 p-acp pn31, cc cst p-acp a-acp dt n1 av-dx.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3642
The Lord hath now set forth this Mercy-seat to the view of all men, that all may have access to it.
The Lord hath now Set forth this Mercy-seat to the view of all men, that all may have access to it.
dt n1 vhz av vvn av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst d vmb vhi n1 p-acp pn31.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3643
And as the High-Priest came not to the Mercy-seat without blood, Levit. 16.14.
And as the High-Priest Come not to the Mercy-seat without blood, Levit. 16.14.
cc c-acp dt n1 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3644
even so may no man hope to have mercy from the Lord in the forgiveness of his sins,
even so may no man hope to have mercy from the Lord in the forgiveness of his Sins,
av av vmb dx n1 vvb pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2,
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
4330
and his locks with the drops of the night.
and his locks with the drops of the night.
cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
553
Page 148
3645
but through the blood of Jesus Christ; if he know not God in him, he can expect no pardoning mercies from him.
but through the blood of jesus christ; if he know not God in him, he can expect no pardoning Mercies from him.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; cs pns31 vvb xx np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi dx vvg n2 p-acp pno31.
(20) part (DIV2)
459
Page 124
3646
Till you know God in Jesus Christ, you cannot come to God with any boldness, or with any confidence.
Till you know God in jesus christ, you cannot come to God with any boldness, or with any confidence.
c-acp pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1, pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1.
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 124
3647
No man cometh to the Father but by me, saith Jesus Christ, John 14.6. He must make our way to God.No man comes to the Father but by me, Says jesus christ, John 14.6. He must make our Way to God.
dx n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc-acp p-acp pno11, vvz np1 np1, np1 crd. pns31 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 124
3648
In him, saith the Apostle, we have boldness, and access with confidence; Ephes: 3.12.In him, Says the Apostle, we have boldness, and access with confidence; Ephesians: 3.12.
p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1, pns12 vhb n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; np1: crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3649
so that we can hold up our heads with courage, and lift up our faces to him,
so that we can hold up our Heads with courage, and lift up our faces to him,
av cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31,
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3650
as the expression is, Job 22.26.
as the expression is, Job 22.26.
c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3651
But if we know not Jesus Christ, how can we be but flat and faint in our approaches to the throne of Grace? It is in his name that we must desire the blessings that we seek for at the hands of God;
But if we know not jesus christ, how can we be but flat and faint in our Approaches to the throne of Grace? It is in his name that we must desire the blessings that we seek for At the hands of God;
p-acp cs pns12 vvb xx np1 np1, q-crq vmb pns12 vbi cc-acp j cc j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1;
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3652
and whatsoever we ask the Father in his name, he will give it us, John 16.23. It is in his name that we must return the praise for blessings that we have received, giving thanks to God the Father by him, Col. 3.17.
and whatsoever we ask the Father in his name, he will give it us, John 16.23. It is in his name that we must return the praise for blessings that we have received, giving thanks to God the Father by him, Col. 3.17.
cc r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pno12, np1 crd. pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 cst pns12 vhb vvn, vvg n2 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3653
If we draw blessings down from God, we must do it through Christ. If we send praises up to God, we must do it through Christ.
If we draw blessings down from God, we must do it through christ. If we send praises up to God, we must do it through christ.
cs pns12 vvb n2 a-acp p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp np1. cs pns12 vvb n2 a-acp p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3654
If we have no acquaintance with the Lord Christ, how shall we come to God with prayers? how shall we come to God with praises? with what heart or encouragement shall we draw nigh to God, either to get from him,
If we have no acquaintance with the Lord christ, how shall we come to God with Prayers? how shall we come to God with praises? with what heart or encouragement shall we draw High to God, either to get from him,
cs pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2? p-acp q-crq n1 cc n1 vmb pns12 vvi av-j p-acp np1, av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31,
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3655
or to bring to him? Till you know God in Jesus Christ, you can have no assurance to enjoy him,
or to bring to him? Till you know God in jesus christ, you can have no assurance to enjoy him,
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? c-acp pn22 vvb np1 p-acp np1 np1, pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31,
(20) part (DIV2)
460
Page 125
3656
neither in this life, nor in that which is to come.
neither in this life, nor in that which is to come.
av-dx p-acp d n1, ccx p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3657
By nature we are all afar off, we are without God in the world, as the Apostle speaks, Ephes. 2.12. But now in Iesus Christ they who were far of, are made nigh through his blood, as it is added there in that place;
By nature we Are all afar off, we Are without God in the world, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 2.12. But now in Iesus christ they who were Far of, Are made High through his blood, as it is added there in that place;
p-acp n1 pns12 vbr d av a-acp, pns12 vbr p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp av p-acp np1 np1 pns32 r-crq vbdr j pp-f, vbr vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1;
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3658
yea, they are made one with God, as Jesus Christ himself insinuates, Iohn 17.21.
yea, they Are made one with God, as jesus christ himself insinuates, John 17.21.
uh, pns32 vbr vvn pi p-acp np1, c-acp np1 np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3659
I pray for them, that they may all be one, as thou Father art in me, I pray for them, that they may all be one, as thou Father art in me,
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi, c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11,
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3660
and I in thee, so that they also may be one in us. and I in thee, so that they also may be one in us.
cc pns11 p-acp pno21, av cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3661
Well then, you see my Brethren, we are near to God in this world, but it is in Christ.
Well then, you see my Brothers, we Are near to God in this world, but it is in christ.
av av, pn22 vvb po11 n2, pns12 vbr av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3662
We shall be nearer to him in the world to come, and that shall be in Christ too.
We shall be nearer to him in the world to come, and that shall be in christ too.
pns12 vmb vbi av-jc p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc cst vmb vbi p-acp np1 av.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3663
We shall enter into the holiest, into heaven, into the place where God is, whereof the holiest in the Temple was a figure,
We shall enter into the Holiest, into heaven, into the place where God is, whereof the Holiest in the Temple was a figure,
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt js, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vbz, c-crq dt js p-acp dt n1 vbds dt n1,
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3664
but that shall be by the blood of Jesus, as the Apostle shews, Heb. 10.14.
but that shall be by the blood of jesus, as the Apostle shows, Hebrew 10.14.
cc-acp d vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3665
So that if we know not Christ, we may know God at a distance, as one that we shall never be partakers of.
So that if we know not christ, we may know God At a distance, as one that we shall never be partakers of.
av cst cs pns12 vvb xx np1, pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pi cst pns12 vmb av-x vbi n2 pp-f.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3666
He and we must keep asunder:
He and we must keep asunder:
pns31 cc pns12 vmb vvi av:
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3667
But if we know him in Christ, we know him then as one who is our own,
But if we know him in christ, we know him then as one who is our own,
cc-acp cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp np1, pns12 vvb pno31 av c-acp pi r-crq vbz po12 d,
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3668
and whom we shall enjoy for ever.
and whom we shall enjoy for ever.
cc r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av.
(20) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3669
JOHN 17.3. That they might know thee the only true God.JOHN 17.3. That they might know thee the only true God.
np1 crd. cst pns32 vmd vvi pno21 dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
461
Page 125
3670
AND thus far of the twofold object, of the knowledge wherein Eternal life consisteth, as they are both of them united and conjoyned by the connective particle And. Thee the only true God,
AND thus Far of the twofold Object, of the knowledge wherein Eternal life Consisteth, as they Are both of them united and conjoined by the connective particle And. Thee the only true God,
cc av av-j pp-f dt j n1, pp-f dt n1 c-crq j n1 vvz, c-acp pns32 vbr d pp-f pno32 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc pno21 av av-j j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
463
Page 125
3671
and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent. Proceed we now to handle each of them apart and distinctly by it self; beginning with the first. Thee the only true God:
and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent. Proceed we now to handle each of them apart and distinctly by it self; beginning with the First. Thee the only true God:
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn. vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32 av cc av-j p-acp pn31 n1; vvg p-acp dt ord. pno21 av av-j j np1:
(21) part (DIV2)
463
Page 125
3672
God, in opposition to the creature. True God, in opposition to the false. Only true God, in opposition to any other true God.God, in opposition to the creature. True God, in opposition to the false. Only true God, in opposition to any other true God.
np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. j np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j. av-j j np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
464
Page 125
3673
Others are creatures, he is God. Others are false Gods, he is true. And he is the only true;
Others Are creatures, he is God. Others Are false God's, he is true. And he is the only true;
ng2-jn vbr n2, pns31 vbz np1. ng2-jn vbr j n2, pns31 vbz j. cc pns31 vbz dt j j;
(21) part (DIV2)
465
Page 125
3674
all the rest, let them be what they will, are but pretenders: There is no other true God but he only.
all the rest, let them be what they will, Are but pretenders: There is no other true God but he only.
d dt n1, vvb pno32 vbi r-crq pns32 vmb, vbr cc-acp n2: pc-acp vbz dx j-jn j np1 cc-acp pns31 av-j.
(21) part (DIV2)
465
Page 125
3675
What then? is Jesus Christ excepted here from being God? Is this appropriated to the Father? So it seems this saith our Saviour, here is life Eternal, to know thee the only true God,
What then? is jesus christ excepted Here from being God? Is this appropriated to the Father? So it seems this Says our Saviour, Here is life Eternal, to know thee the only true God,
q-crq av? vbz np1 np1 vvn av p-acp vbg n1? vbz d vvn p-acp dt n1? av pn31 vvz d vvz po12 n1, av vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
466
Page 126
3676
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
466
Page 126
3677
This place was the great Fortress of the Arrians heretofore, it was sedes dogmatis, from whence they peremptorily concluded, that the Father only is the true God,
This place was the great Fortress of the Arians heretofore, it was sedes dogmatis, from whence they peremptorily concluded, that the Father only is the true God,
d n1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-jn av, pn31 vbds fw-la fw-la, p-acp c-crq pns32 av-j vvd, cst dt n1 av-j vbz dt j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
466
Page 126
3678
and so by consequence that Jesus Christ whom he hath sent, is but a meer man, a meer creature.
and so by consequence that jesus christ whom he hath sent, is but a mere man, a mere creature.
cc av p-acp n1 cst np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vbz p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
466
Page 126
3679
And because this wicked Tenent which overthrows the Divinity of Christ, and with it the whole work of mans redemption, hath been revived and set afoot in these times, (which seem to be the common sink, whereunto all the errours and heresies of former ages empty out themselves) there must the greater care and pains be taken in resolution of this great scruple.
And Because this wicked Tenent which overthrows the Divinity of christ, and with it the Whole work of men redemption, hath been revived and Set afoot in these times, (which seem to be the Common sink, whereunto all the errors and heresies of former ages empty out themselves) there must the greater care and pains be taken in resolution of this great scruple.
cc c-acp d j np1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp pn31 dt j-jn n1 pp-f ng1 n1, vhz vbn vvn cc vvd j p-acp d n2, (r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1, c-crq d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2 vvb av px32) pc-acp vmb dt jc n1 cc n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
466
Page 126
3680
The Fathers of the Church who lived in or near the days of Arrius, perceiving how that errour spred it self (for all the world became an Arrian, as one of their own expressions is) laboured exceedingly in this business.
The Father's of the Church who lived in or near the days of Arius, perceiving how that error spread it self (for all the world became an Arrian, as one of their own expressions is) laboured exceedingly in this business.
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp cc av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, vvg c-crq d n1 vvd pn31 n1 (c-acp d dt n1 vvd dt n1, p-acp crd pp-f po32 d n2 vbz) j-vvn av-vvg p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
467
Page 126
3681
And truly, my Beloved, if some of them had not been so overbusie, the truth had not been so exceedingly entangled as it is.
And truly, my beloved, if Some of them had not been so overbusy, the truth had not been so exceedingly entangled as it is.
cc av-j, po11 j-vvn, cs d pp-f pno32 vhd xx vbn av j, dt n1 vhd xx vbn av av-vvg vvn p-acp pn31 vbz.
(21) part (DIV2)
467
Page 126
3682
But now it is become much like a piece of silk, that hath been in many hands to be unravelled,
But now it is become much like a piece of silk, that hath been in many hands to be unraveled,
p-acp av pn31 vbz vvn av-d av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vhz vbn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn,
(21) part (DIV2)
467
Page 126
3683
and every one almost hath left it in a worse condition then he found it.
and every one almost hath left it in a Worse condition then he found it.
cc d crd av vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt jc n1 cs pns31 vvd pn31.
(21) part (DIV2)
467
Page 126
3684
I shall not trouble you with their perplexities, but come as briefly as I can to that which I conceive to be the intention of the words.
I shall not trouble you with their perplexities, but come as briefly as I can to that which I conceive to be the intention of the words.
pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvb c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
467
Page 126
3685
Some have essaied to clear the doubt in such a way as this;
some have essayed to clear the doubt in such a Way as this;
d vhb vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d;
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3686
say they, These words are so to be applyed to God the Father, as to involve and comprehend the Son with him.
say they, These words Are so to be applied to God the Father, as to involve and comprehend the Son with him.
vvb pns32, d n2 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp np1 dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3687
Thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ. Thee the only true God, and jesus christ.
pno21 av av-j j np1, cc np1 np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3688
So that the Son is not excluded here from being God, but included with the Father.
So that the Son is not excluded Here from being God, but included with the Father.
av cst dt n1 vbz xx vvn av p-acp vbg np1, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3689
And Chrysostom alledgeth such another manner of expression, 1 Cor. 9 only I, saith the Apostle there, and Barnabas; where Barnabas is not excluded,
And Chrysostom allegeth such Another manner of expression, 1 Cor. 9 only I, Says the Apostle there, and Barnabas; where Barnabas is not excluded,
np1 np1 vvz d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd j pns11, vvz dt n1 a-acp, cc np1; c-crq np1 vbz xx vvn,
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3690
but comprehended in the word only; as if he should have said, I and Barnabas, and no other.
but comprehended in the word only; as if he should have said, I and Barnabas, and no other.
cc-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, pns11 cc np1, cc dx n-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3691
So in this speech of Christ to God the Father, thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ:
So in this speech of christ to God the Father, thee the only true God, and jesus christ:
av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 dt n1, pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1:
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3692
q.d. This is life Eternal to know the only true God, thee, and I, and no other.
Q.d This is life Eternal to know the only true God, thee, and I, and no other.
n1 d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi dt j j np1, pno21, cc pns11, cc dx n-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3693
Or to make it yet more plain, as if the words had run thus, to know thee,
Or to make it yet more plain, as if the words had run thus, to know thee,
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av av-dc j, c-acp cs dt n2 vhd vvn av, pc-acp vvi pno21,
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3694
and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent, to be the only true God.
and jesus christ whom thou hast sent, to be the only true God.
cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, pc-acp vbi dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
468
Page 126
3695
This would do very well as to the God-head of the Son against the Arrians. But then the self-same scruple will arise,
This would do very well as to the Godhead of the Son against the Arians. But then the selfsame scruple will arise,
d vmd vdi av av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2-jn. p-acp av dt j n1 vmb vvi,
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3696
as to the God-head of the Holy Ghost, which some others have denyed, for he is evidently left out.
as to the Godhead of the Holy Ghost, which Some Others have denied, for he is evidently left out.
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq d n2-jn vhb vvn, c-acp pns31 vbz av-j vvn av.
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3697
And there will be no help for that exception.
And there will be no help for that exception.
cc a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3698
For if it be admitted that Christ is comprehended with the Father in the word only, Thee and Christ the true God,
For if it be admitted that christ is comprehended with the Father in the word only, Thee and christ the true God,
p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j, pno21 cc np1 dt j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3699
yea the only true God, the Holy Ghost is plainly shut out.
yea the only true God, the Holy Ghost is plainly shut out.
uh dt j j np1, dt j n1 vbz av-j vvn av.
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3700
By this account he is not God at all, if this be the intention of the words, that God and Christ, the Father and the Son be the only true God.
By this account he is not God At all, if this be the intention of the words, that God and christ, the Father and the Son be the only true God.
p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz xx np1 p-acp d, cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc dt n1 vbb dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3701
We have maintained the God-head of the Son indeed, but we have clearly yielded up the God-head of the Holy Ghost;
We have maintained the Godhead of the Son indeed, but we have clearly yielded up the Godhead of the Holy Ghost;
pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, cc-acp pns12 vhb av-j vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3702
And therefore we must needs shake hands with this, and look after some other Exposition. And that as some have apprehended, may be this:
And Therefore we must needs shake hands with this, and look After Some other Exposition. And that as Some have apprehended, may be this:
cc av pns12 vmb av vvi n2 p-acp d, cc vvb p-acp d j-jn n1. cc d c-acp d vhb vvn, vmb vbi d:
(21) part (DIV2)
469
Page 126
3703
That God the Father is not said to be the only true God, in opposition to the Son or Holy Ghost,
That God the Father is not said to be the only true God, in opposition to the Son or Holy Ghost,
cst np1 dt n1 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vbi dt j j np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
470
Page 126
3704
but to the Idols of the heathen. They are all false gods, he only is the true God.
but to the Idols of the heathen. They Are all false God's, he only is the true God.
cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn. pns32 vbr d j n2, pns31 av-j vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
470
Page 126
3705
So that the meaning of our Saviour is but this, as if he should have said, this is Eternal Life to know thee who art the only true God,
So that the meaning of our Saviour is but this, as if he should have said, this is Eternal Life to know thee who art the only true God,
av cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz p-acp d, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, d vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 r-crq n1 dt j j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
470
Page 127
3706
and not the Idols of the heathen, who are false gods. To turn from all those vanities, and to serve the living God.
and not the Idols of the heathen, who Are false God's. To turn from all those vanities, and to serve the living God.
cc xx dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, r-crq vbr j n2. p-acp n1 p-acp d d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
470
Page 127
3707
And I confess, if God essentially taken for the whole God-head, as comprehending all the persons, were said to be the only true God in opposition to the heathen Idols, it would bear a clear construction.
And I confess, if God essentially taken for the Whole Godhead, as comprehending all the Persons, were said to be the only true God in opposition to the heathen Idols, it would bear a clear construction.
cc pns11 vvb, cs np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp vvg d dt n2, vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi dt j j np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, pn31 vmd vvi dt j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3708
Or if God personally taken for the Father only, were said to be the true God, in opposition to those heathen gods, that would hold extreamly well,
Or if God personally taken for the Father only, were said to be the true God, in opposition to those heathen God's, that would hold extremely well,
cc cs np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j, vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi dt j np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cst vmd vvi av-jn av,
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3709
and there would be no cause of scruple.
and there would be no cause of scruple.
cc a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3710
But how shall God the Father as distinct from the Son and Holy Ghost, be the only true God? If he be the true God, this hinders not but that the Son may be the true God, the Holy Ghost may be the true God:
But how shall God the Father as distinct from the Son and Holy Ghost, be the only true God? If he be the true God, this hinders not but that the Son may be the true God, the Holy Ghost may be the true God:
p-acp q-crq vmb np1 dt n1 c-acp j p-acp dt n1 cc j n1, vbb dt j j np1? cs pns31 vbb dt j np1, d vvz xx p-acp d dt n1 vmb vbi dt j np1, dt j n1 vmb vbi dt j np1:
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3711
Because though they be divers persons, yet they are but one Essence.
Because though they be diverse Persons, yet they Are but one Essence.
c-acp cs pns32 vbb j n2, av pns32 vbr cc-acp crd n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3712
But if the Father be the only true God, how can the Son, how can the Holy Ghost be true God? If either of them be the true God,
But if the Father be the only true God, how can the Son, how can the Holy Ghost be true God? If either of them be the true God,
p-acp cs dt n1 vbb dt j j np1, q-crq vmb dt n1, q-crq vmb dt j n1 vbb j np1? cs d pp-f pno32 vbi dt j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3713
then he which is another from them as he is another person, though he be not another substance, is not the only true God.
then he which is Another from them as he is Another person, though he be not Another substance, is not the only true God.
cs pns31 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vbz j-jn n1, cs pns31 vbb xx j-jn n1, vbz xx dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3714
For that which is affirmed of him only, cannot be said of any other. And therefore that of Calvin, as it seems to me, gives the clearest satisfaction.
For that which is affirmed of him only, cannot be said of any other. And Therefore that of calvin, as it seems to me, gives the Clearest satisfaction.
p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f pno31 av-j, vmbx vbi vvn pp-f d n-jn. cc av d pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno11, vvz dt js n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
471
Page 127
3715
Saith he, Our Saviour in the Gospel, especially in this of John, speaking as man, and not as God, under the name of Father, intimates and comprehends the whole God-head,
Says he, Our Saviour in the Gospel, especially in this of John, speaking as man, and not as God, under the name of Father, intimates and comprehends the Whole Godhead,
vvz pns31, po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp d pp-f np1, vvg p-acp n1, cc xx c-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz cc vvz dt j-jn n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
472
Page 127
3716
and so he doth in this place.
and so he does in this place.
cc av pns31 vdz p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
472
Page 127
3717
So then his Father here is not God personally taken for the first person of the God-head only,
So then his Father Here is not God personally taken for the First person of the Godhead only,
av cs po31 n1 av vbz xx np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j,
(21) part (DIV2)
472
Page 127
3718
but God Essentially taken for the whole Essence of the God-head, as involving all the persons,
but God Essentially taken for the Whole Essence of the Godhead, as involving all the Persons,
cc-acp np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vvg d dt n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
472
Page 127
3719
and so he is apparently the only true God.
and so he is apparently the only true God.
cc av pns31 vbz av-j dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
472
Page 127
3720
To make this Exposition evident, I shall clear these two things, and it will be worth our labour,
To make this Exposition evident, I shall clear these two things, and it will be worth our labour,
pc-acp vvi d n1 j, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2, cc pn31 vmb vbi j po12 n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
473
Page 127
3721
because it opens many other places of the Gospel.
Because it Opens many other places of the Gospel.
c-acp pn31 vvz d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
473
Page 127
3722
First that our Saviour in my text, as well as many other places, speaks as man and not as God.
First that our Saviour in my text, as well as many other places, speaks as man and not as God.
ord d po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-acp av c-acp d j-jn n2, vvz p-acp n1 cc xx c-acp np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
474
Page 127
3723
And then that by the name of Father, he intends the whole God-head, of which himself as God is one person.
And then that by the name of Father, he intends the Whole Godhead, of which himself as God is one person.
cc av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1, pp-f r-crq n1 p-acp np1 vbz crd n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
474
Page 127
3724
As for the first of these, that our Saviour in my Text, as well as many other places, speaks as man,
As for the First of these, that our Saviour in my Text, as well as many other places, speaks as man,
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cst po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-acp av c-acp d j-jn n2, vvz p-acp n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3725
and not as God, is very plain.
and not as God, is very plain.
cc xx c-acp np1, vbz av j.
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3726
For he speaks as sent of God, thee the only true God, and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent.
For he speaks as sent of God, thee the only true God, and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent.
p-acp pns31 vvz c-acp vvn pp-f np1, pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3727
Now though Christ, who is God as well as man, be sent, yet he is sent most properly as man;
Now though christ, who is God as well as man, be sent, yet he is sent most properly as man;
av cs np1, r-crq vbz np1 c-acp av c-acp n1, vbb vvn, av pns31 vbz vvn ds av-j p-acp n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3728
for so, and only so he is inferiour, he is the Servant and the Messenger of God.
for so, and only so he is inferior, he is the Servant and the Messenger of God.
c-acp av, cc av-j av pns31 vbz j-jn, pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3729
Besides he speaks in prayer in my Text, and prayer is a part of worship. And God doth not worship God:
Beside he speaks in prayer in my Text, and prayer is a part of worship. And God does not worship God:
p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. cc np1 vdz xx vvi np1:
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3730
So that he speaks as man and not as God.
So that he speaks as man and not as God.
av cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc xx c-acp np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
475
Page 127
3731
Now speaking so, my Brethren, by the name of Father, he means not the first person only,
Now speaking so, my Brothers, by the name of Father, he means not the First person only,
av vvg av, po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz xx dt ord n1 av-j,
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 127
3732
but the whole God-head, Father glorifie thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all flesh, &c. And this is Life Eternal to know thee (him whom he calls Father) to be the only true God.
but the Whole Godhead, Father Glorify thy Son, as thou hast given him power over all Flesh, etc. And this is Life Eternal to know thee (him whom he calls Father) to be the only true God.
cc-acp dt j-jn n1, n1 vvi po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, av cc d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi pno21 (pno31 ro-crq pns31 vvz n1) pc-acp vbi dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 127
3733
Nor let this seem strange to you;
Nor let this seem strange to you;
ccx vvb d vvi j p-acp pn22;
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 127
3734
for Christ as man is Gods Son. Not God the Fathers Son alone, but the Son of the whole God-head.
for christ as man is God's Son. Not God the Father's Son alone, but the Son of the Whole Godhead.
p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vbz npg1 n1 xx np1 dt ng1 n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 127
3735
Indeed as God, he is the Son of the first person only: but as man he is the Son of all the persons.
Indeed as God, he is the Son of the First person only: but as man he is the Son of all the Persons.
np1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 av-j: cc-acp c-acp n1 pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 127
3736
As man he is a creature, and he is not God the Fathers creature only, for the works of the Trinity without are undivided.
As man he is a creature, and he is not God the Father's creature only, for the works of the Trinity without Are undivided.
p-acp n1 pns31 vbz dt n1, cc pns31 vbz xx np1 dt ng1 n1 av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 p-acp vbr j.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 128
3737
And therefore Christ is made the Son of God in the same way that Adam is, Luke 3.33. He was the Son of Joseph, who was the Son of Eli, and so on, who was the Son of Adam, who was the Son of God.
And Therefore christ is made the Son of God in the same Way that Adam is, Lycia 3.33. He was the Son of Joseph, who was the Son of Eli, and so on, who was the Son of Adam, who was the Son of God.
cc av np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt d n1 cst np1 vbz, av crd. pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av a-acp, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 128
3738
Now Adam you will grant, was not the son of God the Father only, but he was the son of God essentially taken, the son of the whole God-head;
Now Adam you will grant, was not the son of God the Father only, but he was the son of God essentially taken, the son of the Whole Godhead;
av np1 pn22 vmb vvi, vbds xx dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 128
3739
and consequently so was Seth, and so was Enoch, and so along, and so was Ioseph, and so was Christ.
and consequently so was Seth, and so was Enoch, and so along, and so was Ioseph, and so was christ.
cc av-j av vbds np1, cc av vbds np1, cc av a-acp, cc av vbds np1, cc av vbds np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 128
3740
And if Christ were the Son of God in that sense, I mean of all the three persons,
And if christ were the Son of God in that sense, I mean of all the three Persons,
cc cs np1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb pp-f d dt crd n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 128
3741
then he might fittly call him Father in that same Notion.
then he might fitly call him Father in that same Notion.
cs pns31 vmd av-j vvi pno31 n1 p-acp d d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
476
Page 128
3742
Why you will say then upon this account, Jesus Christ as he is God, is his own Father, as he is man.
Why you will say then upon this account, jesus christ as he is God, is his own Father, as he is man.
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp d n1, np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz np1, vbz po31 d n1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
477
Page 128
3743
No, my Beloved, this is not that which I affirm;
No, my beloved, this is not that which I affirm;
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, d vbz xx d r-crq pns11 vvb;
(21) part (DIV2)
477
Page 128
3744
I do not say that Jesus Christ the second person in the God-head, is the Father of his man-hood.
I do not say that jesus christ the second person in the Godhead, is the Father of his manhood.
pns11 vdb xx vvi cst np1 np1 dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
477
Page 128
3745
But the God-head, whereof Jesus Christ himself makes one person, is really the Father of the same Christ, as he is man.
But the Godhead, whereof jesus christ himself makes one person, is really the Father of the same christ, as he is man.
p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 np1 px31 vvz crd n1, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt d np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
477
Page 128
3746
And so he calls him in the first verse of this Chapter;
And so he calls him in the First verse of this Chapter;
cc av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
477
Page 128
3747
and him he means in the words that I am handling, thee the only true God.
and him he means in the words that I am handling, thee the only true God.
cc pno31 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 cst pns11 vbm vvg, pno21 dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
477
Page 128
3748
And so there is no difficulty in the sense, q. d.
And so there is no difficulty in the sense, q. worser.
cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd. sy.
(21) part (DIV2)
478
Page 128
3749
Thou God who art my Father as I am man (meaning thereby the whole God-head subsisting in the three persons) art the only true God.
Thou God who art my Father as I am man (meaning thereby the Whole Godhead subsisting in the three Persons) art the only true God.
pns21 n1 r-crq n1 po11 n1 c-acp pns11 vbm n1 (vvg av dt j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt crd n2) n1 dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
479
Page 128
3750
And thus I have explained and cleared the words, as well as I am able. The observation lies before you.
And thus I have explained and cleared the words, as well as I am able. The observation lies before you.
cc av pns11 vhb vvn cc vvd dt n2, c-acp av c-acp pns11 vbm j. dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22.
(21) part (DIV2)
479
Page 128
3751
DOCTRINE. That God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost is true God, and the only true God;DOCTRINE. That God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost is true God, and the only true God;
n1. cst np1 dt n1, n1, cc j n1 vbz j np1, cc dt j j np1;
(21) part (DIV2)
479
Page 128
3752
there is no other true God, but he only. That our God is the true God, is plentifully taught in Scripture.
there is no other true God, but he only. That our God is the true God, is plentifully taught in Scripture.
pc-acp vbz dx j-jn j np1, cc-acp pns31 av-j. cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1, vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
479
Page 128
3753
Reason will carry us to a God, but such an one as is unknown, who he is we cannot tell.
Reason will carry us to a God, but such an one as is unknown, who he is we cannot tell.
n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d dt pi a-acp vbz j, r-crq pns31 vbz po12 vmbx vvi.
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3754
And so it did the great Philosophers at Athens, which was an Universitie, who therefore had an Altar with this Inscription, To the unknown God; as you may see Acts 17.23.
And so it did the great Philosophers At Athens, which was an university, who Therefore had an Altar with this Inscription, To the unknown God; as you may see Acts 17.23.
cc av pn31 vdd dt j n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1, r-crq av vhd dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j np1; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi n2 crd.
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3755
But Scripture carries us to this God, who is indeed the true God;
But Scripture carries us to this God, who is indeed the true God;
p-acp n1 vvz pno12 p-acp d np1, r-crq vbz av dt j np1;
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3756
he is not so in shew and in pretence alone, but he is so in deed and truth.
he is not so in show and in pretence alone, but he is so in deed and truth.
pns31 vbz xx av p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vbz av p-acp n1 cc n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3757
And this is that which he affirmeth of himself, and confirmeth many waies;
And this is that which he Affirmeth of himself, and confirmeth many ways;
cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31, cc vvz d n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3758
in that memorable place, Isa. 45.20, &c. And therefore the Evangelist doth set the finger of an hand against him as it were to point him out, in this respect, 1 John 5.20.
in that memorable place, Isaiah 45.20, etc. And Therefore the Evangelist does Set the finger of an hand against him as it were to point him out, in this respect, 1 John 5.20.
p-acp cst j n1, np1 crd, av cc av dt np1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi pno31 av, p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd.
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3759
We know, saith he, that the Son of God is come, and he hath given us understanding that we may know him that is true, (true in himself and in his nature,We know, Says he, that the Son of God is come, and he hath given us understanding that we may know him that is true, (true in himself and in his nature,
pns12 vvb, vvz pns31, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 cst vbz j, (j p-acp px31 cc p-acp po31 n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3760
and true in his discovery and revelation of himself) and we are in him that is true, this is the true God.
and true in his discovery and Revelation of himself) and we Are in him that is true, this is the true God.
cc j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f px31) cc pns12 vbr p-acp pno31 cst vbz j, d vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3761
q.d. Take notice of him, and observe him well, this is the true God.Q.d Take notice of him, and observe him well, this is the true God.
n1 vvb n1 pp-f pno31, cc vvb pno31 av, d vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
480
Page 128
3762
And as he is the true God, so in the second place he is the only true God.
And as he is the true God, so in the second place he is the only true God.
cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt j np1, av p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vbz dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 128
3763
There are other false gods, there is no other true God, but him only. I am God, saith the Lord, Isa. 45.22. and there is no God else besides me, a just God and a Saviour, there is none beside me.
There Are other false God's, there is no other true God, but him only. I am God, Says the Lord, Isaiah 45.22. and there is no God Else beside me, a just God and a Saviour, there is none beside me.
pc-acp vbr j-jn j n2, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn j np1, cc-acp pno31 av-j. pns11 vbm np1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av p-acp pno11, dt j np1 cc dt n1, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno11.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 128
3764
It is repeated twice for the better confirmation: And therefore Jeremy in this respect sets him in opposition to all other gods;
It is repeated twice for the better confirmation: And Therefore Jeremiah in this respect sets him in opposition to all other God's;
pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt jc n1: cc av np1 p-acp d n1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3765
Ier. 10.8, 9. They are altogether brutish, saith the Prophet, the stock is a vain doctrine. Jeremiah 10.8, 9. They Are altogether brutish, Says the Prophet, the stock is a vain Doctrine.
np1 crd, crd pns32 vbr av j, vvz dt n1, dt n1 vbz dt j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3766
Silver spread into plates, and Gold from Ophir, blew and purple is their cloathing, they are the work of cunning men,
Silver spread into Plataea, and Gold from Ophir, blew and purple is their clothing, they Are the work of cunning men,
n1 vvb p-acp n2, cc n1 p-acp np1, vvd cc n-jn vbz po32 n1, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3767
but the Lord is the true God. The Prophet speaks it there exclusively, he is, and none but he; they are not, he is.but the Lord is the true God. The Prophet speaks it there exclusively, he is, and none but he; they Are not, he is.
cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt j np1. dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp av-j, pns31 vbz, cc pix cc-acp pns31; pns32 vbr xx, pns31 vbz.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3768
The Holy Ghost affirms of Idols universally, without exception, that they are nothing in the world, 1 Cor. 8.4. nothing of that Idolaters conceit; they are not Numina indeed.
The Holy Ghost affirms of Idols universally, without exception, that they Are nothing in the world, 1 Cor. 8.4. nothing of that Idolaters conceit; they Are not Numina indeed.
dt j n1 vvz pp-f n2 av-j, p-acp n1, cst pns32 vbr pix p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. pix pp-f d n2 n1; pns32 vbr xx fw-la av.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3769
And therefore it is added in that place, there is no other God but one.
And Therefore it is added in that place, there is no other God but one.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn np1 cc-acp pi.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3770
And howsoever they are often called Gods in Scripture, yet this is spoken according to the apprehensions and conceits of sottish men,
And howsoever they Are often called God's in Scripture, yet this is spoken according to the apprehensions and conceits of sottish men,
cc c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn n2 p-acp n1, av d vbz vvn vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3771
because they think them to be so;
Because they think them to be so;
c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi av;
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3772
and therefore this their God-head is recalled again in other places, and they are stiled false gods;
and Therefore this their Godhead is Recalled again in other places, and they Are styled false God's;
cc av d po32 n1 vbz vvn av p-acp j-jn n2, cc pns32 vbr vvn j n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3773
and as a false man is no man, so a false god is no god.
and as a false man is no man, so a false god is no god.
cc c-acp dt j n1 vbz dx n1, av dt j n1 vbz dx n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3774
I speak not of a false man in his words and in his actions, (for such an one may be a man) but of a false man in his nature.
I speak not of a false man in his words and in his actions, (for such an one may be a man) but of a false man in his nature.
pns11 vvb xx pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc p-acp po31 n2, (c-acp d dt pi vmb vbi dt n1) cc-acp pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3775
Even as a painted man hath not the nature of a man, and so by consequence is no man.
Even as a painted man hath not the nature of a man, and so by consequence is no man.
j c-acp dt j-vvn n1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av p-acp n1 vbz dx n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3776
So Idols painted, or engraven gods, have nothing of the true and living God in them,
So Idols painted, or engraven God's, have nothing of the true and living God in them,
av n2 vvn, cc vvn n2, vhb pix pp-f dt j cc j-vvg np1 p-acp pno32,
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3777
and so by consequence are no gods as the Apostle shews, Gal. 4 8. Howbeit when ye knew not God, ye did service unto them who by nature are no gods.
and so by consequence Are no God's as the Apostle shows, Gal. 4 8. Howbeit when you knew not God, you did service unto them who by nature Are no God's.
cc av p-acp n1 vbr dx n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd a-acp c-crq pn22 vvd xx np1, pn22 vdd vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp n1 vbr dx n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3778
And hence an Idol is sometimes called a lye in Scripture, as Ier. 10.11.
And hence an Idol is sometime called a lie in Scripture, as Jeremiah 10.11.
cc av dt n1 vbz av vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 crd.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3779
his molten image is falshood or a lye, because it hath not that divinity which it pretendeth to,
his melted image is falsehood or a lie, Because it hath not that divinity which it pretendeth to,
po31 j-vvn n1 vbz n1 cc dt n1, c-acp pn31 vhz xx d n1 r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp,
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3780
& which it is supposed to have by those that worship and adore it. And because it doth not yield that succour which it seems to promise.
& which it is supposed to have by those that worship and adore it. And Because it does not yield that succour which it seems to promise.
cc r-crq pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi p-acp d cst n1 cc vvi pn31. cc c-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi d n1 r-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3781
You know what God affirmeth of the Idols of the Jews, that they are no gods, Ier. 5.7. My people have forsaken me, and sworn by them that are no gods.
You know what God Affirmeth of the Idols of the jews, that they Are no God's, Jeremiah 5.7. My people have forsaken me, and sworn by them that Are no God's.
pn22 vvb r-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt np2, cst pns32 vbr dx n2, np1 crd. po11 n1 vhb vvn pno11, cc vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr dx n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3782
An oath is taken there by a Synecdoche for all the parts of holy worship,
an oath is taken there by a Synecdoche for all the parts of holy worship,
dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3783
as it is often in the holy Scripture, so that the sense and meaning is, q. d. My people have forsaken me the true God,
as it is often in the holy Scripture, so that the sense and meaning is, q. worser. My people have forsaken me the true God,
c-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n1, av cst dt n1 cc n1 vbz, vvd. sy. po11 n1 vhb vvn pno11 dt j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3784
and worshipped them that are no gods.
and worshipped them that Are no God's.
cc vvd pno32 cst vbr dx n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
481
Page 129
3785
So that the point is plain you see, our God is the true God, and the only true God.
So that the point is plain you see, our God is the true God, and the only true God.
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, po12 n1 vbz dt j np1, cc dt j j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
482
Page 129
3786
Now the Scripture proves it further yet, by Reason, and Uses, and Arguments in this present case;
Now the Scripture Proves it further yet, by Reason, and Uses, and Arguments in this present case;
av dt n1 vvz pn31 av-jc av, p-acp n1, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp d j n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
482
Page 129
3787
it will not be unprofitable if I hint them briefly to you.
it will not be unprofitable if I hint them briefly to you.
pn31 vmb xx vbi j cs pns11 n1 pno32 av-j p-acp pn22.
(21) part (DIV2)
482
Page 129
3788
It appears that our God is the only true God, because he, and he only hath his being of himself:
It appears that our God is the only true God, Because he, and he only hath his being of himself:
pn31 vvz d po12 n1 vbz dt j j np1, c-acp pns31, cc pns31 av-j vhz po31 vbg a-acp px31:
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3789
He was before all things, when there was nothing in the world besides him, and consequently could not have his being of another.
He was before all things, when there was nothing in the world beside him, and consequently could not have his being of Another.
pns31 vbds p-acp d n2, c-crq pc-acp vbds pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc av-j vmd xx vhi po31 n1 pp-f n-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3790
Before the mountains were brought forth, before the earth or world was made, from everlasting to everlasting, he is God, Psal. 90.2. he is the Lord, the first and the last, Isa. 41.1. whereas the heathen gods are new, and have their being of another, and so indeed are no gods.
Before the Mountains were brought forth, before the earth or world was made, from everlasting to everlasting, he is God, Psalm 90.2. he is the Lord, the First and the last, Isaiah 41.1. whereas the heathen God's Are new, and have their being of Another, and so indeed Are no God's.
p-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn av, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbds vvn, p-acp j p-acp j, pns31 vbz np1, np1 crd. pns31 vbz dt n1, dt ord cc dt ord, np1 crd. cs dt j-jn n2 vbr j, cc vhb po32 vbg pp-f j-jn, cc av av vbr dx n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3791
You know how David reasons, They are not gods, saith he, and why so? they are the works of mens hands, Psalm 115.4.
You know how David Reasons, They Are not God's, Says he, and why so? they Are the works of men's hands, Psalm 115.4.
pn22 vvb c-crq np1 n2, pns32 vbr xx n2, vvz pns31, cc q-crq av? pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2, n1 crd.
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3792
And Hosea to the same purpose, Hos. 8.6. The workman made it, therefore it is not God.
And Hosea to the same purpose, Hos. 8.6. The workman made it, Therefore it is not God.
np1 np1 p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vvd pn31, av pn31 vbz xx np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3793
Indeed it is so far from being God, that it is scarce a creature, it is nothing in the world.
Indeed it is so Far from being God, that it is scarce a creature, it is nothing in the world.
av pn31 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg np1, cst pn31 vbz av-j dt n1, pn31 vbz pix p-acp dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3794
Or if it be a creature, it is of their own making. The workman made it, therefore it is not God.
Or if it be a creature, it is of their own making. The workman made it, Therefore it is not God.
cc cs pn31 vbb dt n1, pn31 vbz pp-f po32 d vvg. dt n1 vvd pn31, av pn31 vbz xx np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
483
Page 129
3795
It appears that our God is the only true God, because he only is the living God:
It appears that our God is the only true God, Because he only is the living God:
pn31 vvz d po12 n1 vbz dt j j np1, c-acp pns31 av-j vbz dt j-vvg np1:
(21) part (DIV2)
484
Page 130
3796
It is the Prophets argument, Ier. 10.10. The Lord is the true God.
It is the prophets argument, Jeremiah 10.10. The Lord is the true God.
pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
484
Page 130
3797
But how doth this appear? Why he is the living God, as it is added in the next words.
But how does this appear? Why he is the living God, as it is added in the next words.
cc-acp q-crq vdz d vvi? uh-crq pns31 vbz dt j-vvg np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
484
Page 130
3798
Other gods are dead gods, they have tongues and cannot speak, they have feet but cannot walk:
Other God's Are dead God's, they have tongues and cannot speak, they have feet but cannot walk:
av-jn n2 vbr j n2, pns32 vhb n2 cc vmbx vvi, pns32 vhb n2 p-acp vmbx vvi:
(21) part (DIV2)
484
Page 130
3799
And hence is the Apostles Exhortation, to turn from such dead vanities as these unto the living God.
And hence is the Apostles Exhortation, to turn from such dead vanities as these unto the living God.
cc av vbz dt np1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 c-acp d p-acp dt j-vvg np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
484
Page 130
3800
It appears, that our God is the only true God, as by his being and his life,
It appears, that our God is the only true God, as by his being and his life,
pn31 vvz, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j j np1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3801
so by his operations and effects. As it appears by what he is, so it appears by what he doth.
so by his operations and effects. As it appears by what he is, so it appears by what he does.
av p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz, av pn31 vvz p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3802
Among the gods there is none like thee, saith David, Psalm 86.8. how doth he prove this? neither are there any works like thy works. Among the God's there is none like thee, Says David, Psalm 86.8. how does he prove this? neither Are there any works like thy works.
p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbz pix j pno21, vvz np1, np1 crd. q-crq vdz pns31 vvi d? av-d vbr pc-acp d n2 av-j po21 n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3803
And therefore the true God upbraids the heathen gods in this respect, Isa. 41.24. Behold you are of nothing, and your work of nothing;
And Therefore the true God upbraids the heathen God's in this respect, Isaiah 41.24. Behold you Are of nothing, and your work of nothing;
cc av dt j np1 vvz dt j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, np1 crd. vvb pn22 vbr a-acp pix, cc po22 n1 pp-f pix;
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3804
that is, you are not able to do any thing, you can do neither good nor evil,
that is, you Are not able to do any thing, you can do neither good nor evil,
cst vbz, pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vdi d n1, pn22 vmb vdi dx j ccx j-jn,
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3805
as it is said in that place.
as it is said in that place.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3806
Not to speak of the creation of the heaven and the earth, which is attributed to God in opposition to all other gods.
Not to speak of the creation of the heaven and the earth, which is attributed to God in opposition to all other God's.
xx pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3807
What can the gods of heathen or of professed Christians, who make their honour or their wealth their gods, what can they do to save a man in the time of his distress? Riches deliver not in the day of death.
What can the God's of heathen or of professed Christians, who make their honour or their wealth their God's, what can they do to save a man in the time of his distress? Riches deliver not in the day of death.
q-crq vmb dt n2 pp-f j-jn cc pp-f j-vvn np1, r-crq vvb po32 n1 cc po32 n1 po32 n2, r-crq vmb pns32 vdb p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3808
So that as the Prophet saith to the Idolaters of his time, Isa. 45.20. Ye pray unto a God that cannot save.
So that as the Prophet Says to the Idolaters of his time, Isaiah 45.20. You pray unto a God that cannot save.
av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst vmbx vvi.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3809
So we may say to these Idolaters of our times, ye trust in gods that cannot save:
So we may say to these Idolaters of our times, you trust in God's that cannot save:
av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n2, pn22 vvb p-acp n2 cst vmbx vvi:
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3810
no, this is proper to the true God. There is no God besides me, saith the Lord, a just God and a Saviour;
no, this is proper to the true God. There is no God beside me, Says the Lord, a just God and a Saviour;
uh-dx, d vbz j p-acp dt j np1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1, dt j np1 cc dt n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3811
and therefore addeth presently, Look unto me and be you saved, for I am God, and there is none else.
and Therefore adds presently, Look unto me and be you saved, for I am God, and there is none Else.
cc av vvz av-j, vvb p-acp pno11 cc vbb pn22 vvn, c-acp pns11 vbm np1, cc pc-acp vbz pix av.
(21) part (DIV2)
485
Page 130
3812
It appears, that our God is the only true God, by the duration of his being;
It appears, that our God is the only true God, by the duration of his being;
pn31 vvz, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg;
(21) part (DIV2)
486
Page 130
3813
as he is the first, so he is the last, Isa. 41.4. he holds out when all fail.
as he is the First, so he is the last, Isaiah 41.4. he holds out when all fail.
c-acp pns31 vbz dt ord, av pns31 vbz dt ord, np1 crd. pns31 vvz av c-crq d vvb.
(21) part (DIV2)
486
Page 130
3814
For other gods they perish, Ier. 10.11. Idols perish, riches perish; honours, friends, all perish; but God endures to all eternity.
For other God's they perish, Jeremiah 10.11. Idols perish, riches perish; honours, Friends, all perish; but God endures to all eternity.
p-acp j-jn n2 pns32 vvb, np1 crd. n1 vvb, n2 vvb; n2, n2, d vvb; cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
486
Page 130
3815
As he is from everlasting, so he is to everlasting, Psal. 90.2. All other things are subject to decay and dissolution, but he abides for evermore.
As he is from everlasting, so he is to everlasting, Psalm 90.2. All other things Are Subject to decay and dissolution, but he abides for evermore.
p-acp pns31 vbz p-acp j, av pns31 vbz p-acp j, np1 crd. av-d j-jn n2 vbr j-jn pc-acp vvi cc n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp av.
(21) part (DIV2)
486
Page 130
3816
They do all perish, saith the Psalmist, Psalm 102.26. but thou shalt endure for ever. They all wax old, &c. but thou art the same, &c.They do all perish, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 102.26. but thou shalt endure for ever. They all wax old, etc. but thou art the same, etc.
pns32 vdb d vvi, vvz dt n1, n1 crd. p-acp pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp av. pns32 d vvb j, av p-acp pns21 vb2r dt d, av
(21) part (DIV2)
486
Page 130
3817
Now is it so, that our God is the true God? Then let this serve in the first place to quicken us,
Now is it so, that our God is the true God? Then let this serve in the First place to quicken us,
av vbz pn31 av, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1? av vvb d vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pno12,
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3818
and stir us up to strengthen and confirm our faith in this particular, and to endeavour to believe more fully and distinctly that our God is God indeed;
and stir us up to strengthen and confirm our faith in this particular, and to endeavour to believe more Fully and distinctly that our God is God indeed;
cc vvb pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp d j, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j cc av-j d po12 n1 vbz np1 av;
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3819
and verily the best among us have need of confirmation here, for we are very apt to waver,
and verily the best among us have need of confirmation Here, for we Are very apt to waver,
cc av-j dt js p-acp pno12 vhb n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi,
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3820
and to have doubtful thoughts about it.
and to have doubtful thoughts about it.
cc pc-acp vhi j n2 p-acp pn31.
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3821
And they that are most free from these, have yet defects and imperfections in their faith, of this as well as other parts of truth.
And they that Are most free from these, have yet defects and imperfections in their faith, of this as well as other parts of truth.
cc pns32 cst vbr av-ds j p-acp d, vhb av n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, pp-f d c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3822
They have not yet attained to such a pitch, but they must be adding to it,
They have not yet attained to such a pitch, but they must be adding to it,
pns32 vhb xx av vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pn31,
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3823
and endeavour to get on to further measures and degrees.
and endeavour to get on to further measures and Degrees.
cc vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp jc n2 cc n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3824
And therefore let it be our labour and endeavour to encrease our faith in this particular,
And Therefore let it be our labour and endeavour to increase our faith in this particular,
cc av vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d j,
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3825
and to grow up by full assurance of this fundamental truth, that our God is the true God.
and to grow up by full assurance of this fundamental truth, that our God is the true God.
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j n1 pp-f d j n1, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
487
Page 130
3826
And to this I shall perswade and stir you up with some motives.
And to this I shall persuade and stir you up with Some motives.
cc p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
488
Page 130
3827
The more undoubtedly and firmly we believe that our God is the true God, the more we will look to him, the more we will walk with him,
The more undoubtedly and firmly we believe that our God is the true God, the more we will look to him, the more we will walk with him,
dt av-dc av-j cc av-j pns12 vvb cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 130
3828
and consequently we will converse the less among the creatures.
and consequently we will converse the less among the creatures.
cc av-j pns12 vmb vvi dt av-dc p-acp dt n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 130
3829
For hence it is because we have some doubts and haesitations in our faith, of this particular, that we have so great an eye upon the creature in our wayes:
For hence it is Because we have Some doubts and hesitations in our faith, of this particular, that we have so great an eye upon the creature in our ways:
p-acp av pn31 vbz c-acp pns12 vhb d n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n1, pp-f d j, cst pns12 vhb av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3830
that we approve our selves to men, and seek the approbation and applause of men, that we are afraid of men, afraid of Creatures,
that we approve our selves to men, and seek the approbation and applause of men, that we Are afraid of men, afraid of Creatures,
cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp n2, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cst pns12 vbr j pp-f n2, j pp-f n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3831
but are not afraid of God.
but Are not afraid of God.
cc-acp vbr xx j pp-f np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3832
Whence is it my beloved, but because we are not absolutely satisfied at all times, that our God is indeed the true God,
Whence is it my Beloved, but Because we Are not absolutely satisfied At all times, that our God is indeed the true God,
q-crq vbz pn31 po11 vvn, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp d n2, cst po12 n1 vbz av dt j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3833
but have thoughts arising in us, or cast into us, tending at least towards some scruple in this business:
but have thoughts arising in us, or cast into us, tending At least towards Some scruple in this business:
cc-acp vhb n2 vvg p-acp pno12, cc vvd p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp ds p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3834
and have not alwayes arguments at hand to put the matter out of all question,
and have not always Arguments At hand to put the matter out of all question,
cc vhb xx av n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f d n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3835
and to suppress such thoughts as these as soon as they begin to stir in us? Who art thou, that thou shouldst be afraid of a man that shall dye,
and to suppress such thoughts as these as soon as they begin to stir in us? Who art thou, that thou Shouldst be afraid of a man that shall die,
cc pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp d c-acp av c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12? q-crq vb2r pns21, cst pns21 vmd2 vbi j pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vvi,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3836
and of the son of man that shall be made as grass:
and of the son of man that shall be made as grass:
cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
4951
Nothing makes a man so base and despicable in the eyes of God, and gracious men,
Nothing makes a man so base and despicable in the eyes of God, and gracious men,
pix vvz dt n1 av j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc j n2,
(25) part (DIV2)
636
Page 169
3837
And forgettest the Lord thy maker, that hath stretched out the Heavens, and laid the foundations of the earth? Esa. 51.12, 13. By which the Prophet intimates that we should never be transported so with sinful fears of men and creatures as we are,And forgettest the Lord thy maker, that hath stretched out the Heavens, and laid the foundations of the earth? Isaiah 51.12, 13. By which the Prophet intimates that we should never be transported so with sinful fears of men and creatures as we Are,
cc vv2 dt n1 po21 n1, cst vhz vvn av dt n2, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1? np1 crd, crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz cst pns12 vmd av-x vbi vvn av p-acp j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 c-acp pns12 vbr,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3838
but that the great Creator is set by;
but that the great Creator is Set by;
cc-acp cst dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp;
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3839
either he is not in our thoughts, or which is worse, he is not in our faith.
either he is not in our thoughts, or which is Worse, he is not in our faith.
av-d pns31 vbz xx p-acp po12 n2, cc r-crq vbz av-jc, pns31 vbz xx p-acp po12 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3840
And when we come to this my Brethren, to have some scruples in our selves,
And when we come to this my Brothers, to have Some scruples in our selves,
cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d po11 n2, pc-acp vhi d n2 p-acp po12 n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3841
whether there be a God at all, or if there be, whether ours which we have chosen, be the right and true God, it is impossible but we should (so far as those doubts prevail upon us) go out from him,
whither there be a God At all, or if there be, whither ours which we have chosen, be the right and true God, it is impossible but we should (so Far as those doubts prevail upon us) go out from him,
cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d, cc cs pc-acp vbi, cs png12 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, vbb dt j-jn cc j np1, pn31 vbz j p-acp pns12 vmd (av av-j c-acp d n2 vvi p-acp pno12) vvb av p-acp pno31,
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3842
and apply our selves to those things which are obvious to the sence, which we see and know to be.
and apply our selves to those things which Are obvious to the sense, which we see and know to be.
cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvb pc-acp vbi.
(21) part (DIV2)
489
Page 131
3843
The more undoubtedly and firmly we believe that our God is the true God, the more perfectly and fully we shall serve him and obey him;
The more undoubtedly and firmly we believe that our God is the true God, the more perfectly and Fully we shall serve him and obey him;
dt av-dc av-j cc av-j pns12 vvb d po12 n1 vbz dt j np1, dt av-dc av-j cc av-j pns12 vmb vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31;
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3844
the more we shall trust in him, the more we shall seek to him, the more we shall strive to please him;
the more we shall trust in him, the more we shall seek to him, the more we shall strive to please him;
dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno31;
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3845
according to the strengthening or weakening of our faith in this particular, will be the measure of our service and obedience to him, of our reliance and dependence on him.
according to the strengthening or weakening of our faith in this particular, will be the measure of our service and Obedience to him, of our reliance and dependence on him.
vvg p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d j, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3846
For even as if a man believe there is no God at all, he will not serve him, he will not roll himself upon him whom he thinketh not to be.
For even as if a man believe there is no God At all, he will not serve him, he will not roll himself upon him whom he Thinketh not to be.
p-acp av c-acp cs dt n1 vvb a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31, pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 p-acp pno31 ro-crq pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi.
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3847
So if he believe it weakly, and with many haesitations that there is a God,
So if he believe it weakly, and with many hesitations that there is a God,
av cs pns31 vvb pn31 av-j, cc p-acp d n2 cst pc-acp vbz dt n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3848
or that the God which he hath chosen is the true God, he will fear him,
or that the God which he hath chosen is the true God, he will Fear him,
cc cst dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn vbz dt j np1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31,
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3849
and he will trust him very weakly and remisly.
and he will trust him very weakly and remissly.
cc pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av av-j cc j.
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3850
He will be on and off, and up and down, according to the ebbings and the flowings of his faith.
He will be on and off, and up and down, according to the ebbings and the flowings of his faith.
pns31 vmb vbi a-acp cc a-acp, cc a-acp cc a-acp, vvg p-acp dt n2-vvg cc dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3851
But if we have a strong and an unshaken confidence that our God is God indeed,
But if we have a strong and an unshaken confidence that our God is God indeed,
p-acp cs pns12 vhb dt j cc dt j-vvn n1 cst po12 n1 vbz np1 av,
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3852
then we will set our selves to serve him fully and without halting.
then we will Set our selves to serve him Fully and without halting.
cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j cc p-acp vvg.
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3853
Then we will trust him perfectly, we will apply our selves to please him, in all our ways and all our actions.
Then we will trust him perfectly, we will apply our selves to please him, in all our ways and all our actions.
cs pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-j, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp d po12 n2 cc d po12 n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
490
Page 131
3854
But you will ask me then, how shall we do to put this matter out of all question, that our God is the true God,
But you will ask me then, how shall we do to put this matter out of all question, that our God is the true God,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi d n1 av pp-f d n1, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1,
(21) part (DIV2)
491
Page 131
3855
and what means shall we use to satisfie our selves, and to confirm our faith in this particular,
and what means shall we use to satisfy our selves, and to confirm our faith in this particular,
cc r-crq n2 vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d j,
(21) part (DIV2)
491
Page 131
3856
because it is a Point of such concernment, and hath such influence in our lives? I shall give you some Directions.
Because it is a Point of such concernment, and hath such influence in our lives? I shall give you Some Directions.
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vhz d n1 p-acp po12 n2? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
491
Page 131
3877
and all Nations, how wide soever each from other in place or manners, have taught this.
and all nations, how wide soever each from other in place or manners, have taught this.
cc d n2, c-crq j av d p-acp n-jn p-acp n1 cc n2, vhb vvn d.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3857
First, Endeavour to the utmost of your power, to give compleat and full assent and credit to the Scripture, admit not any doubt in that particular. One main thing that the Scripture doth, is to give testimony to the God whom we worship;
First, Endeavour to the utmost of your power, to give complete and full assent and credit to the Scripture, admit not any doubt in that particular. One main thing that the Scripture does, is to give testimony to the God whom we worship;
ord, vvb p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi j cc j n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb xx d n1 p-acp d j. crd j n1 cst dt n1 vdz, vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vvb;
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 131
3858
and if we can but say that this witness is true, there is an end of this business.
and if we can but say that this witness is true, there is an end of this business.
cc cs pns12 vmb cc-acp vvb cst d n1 vbz j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 131
3859
So far as we believe the Scripture, we cannot but believe (without any haesitation) that our God is the true God.
So Far as we believe the Scripture, we cannot but believe (without any hesitation) that our God is the true God.
av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1, pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi (p-acp d n1) cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3860
If we be satisfied of the one, we cannot possibly have any scruple of the other.
If we be satisfied of the one, we cannot possibly have any scruple of the other.
cs pns12 vbb vvn pp-f dt crd, pns12 vmbx av-j vhb d n1 pp-f dt j-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3861
And therefore we should spend our thoughts upon such meditations as will settle us in this.
And Therefore we should spend our thoughts upon such meditations as will settle us in this.
cc av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3862
We should consider with our selves the strange Consent of Scripture-writers living in so many Ages;
We should Consider with our selves the strange Consent of Scripture-writers living in so many Ages;
pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j vvb pp-f n2 vvg p-acp av d n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3863
the strange accomplishment of Scripture-Prophesies, the strange effect of Scripture-admonitions, exhortations, threatnings.
the strange accomplishment of Scripture-Prophesies, the strange Effect of Scripture-admonitions, exhortations, threatenings.
dt j n1 pp-f n2, dt j n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2-vvg.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3864
Though it be carried in a low and easie stile, how it commands us, and prevaileth more upon us then all the Eloquence of men and Angels could ever do, were it united altogether.
Though it be carried in a low and easy style, how it commands us, and prevails more upon us then all the Eloquence of men and Angels could ever do, were it united altogether.
cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, c-crq pn31 vvz pno12, cc vvz av-dc p-acp pno12 av d dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vmd av vdi, vbdr pn31 vvn av.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3865
Especially we should observe (we that are God's I mean, (for to such I now speak) what admirable operation it hath had upon our own hearts;
Especially we should observe (we that Are God's I mean, (for to such I now speak) what admirable operation it hath had upon our own hearts;
av-j pns12 vmd vvi (n1 cst vbr npg1 pns11 vvb, (c-acp p-acp d pns11 av vvi) q-crq j n1 pn31 vhz vhn p-acp po12 d n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3866
how it hath pierced in, and made a separation between our very joynts and marrow. how it hath even told us all that ever we have done;
how it hath pierced in, and made a separation between our very Joints and marrow. how it hath even told us all that ever we have done;
c-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po12 j n2 cc n1. c-crq pn31 vhz av vvn pno12 d cst av pns12 vhb vdn;
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3867
how it hath cast us down with sorrow unconceivable, and then raised us up again with joy unspeakable and glorious;
how it hath cast us down with sorrow unconceivable, and then raised us up again with joy unspeakable and glorious;
c-crq pn31 vhz vvn pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 j, cc av vvd pno12 a-acp av p-acp n1 j cc j;
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3868
how it hath altered and changed us, and turned us clear about, and made us to renounce our profits, pleasures and delights, our wills, our reasons and desires,
how it hath altered and changed us, and turned us clear about, and made us to renounce our profits, pleasures and delights, our wills, our Reasons and Desires,
c-crq pn31 vhz vvn cc vvn pno12, cc vvd pno12 vvi a-acp, cc vvd pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, n2 cc n2, po12 n2, po12 n2 cc n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3869
yea to deny our selves, that we might walk by this Rule.
yea to deny our selves, that we might walk by this Rule.
uh p-acp vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3870
Such things as these methinks, should mightily confirm us in the truth of this, that the Scripture is the very Word of God.
Such things as these methinks, should mightily confirm us in the truth of this, that the Scripture is the very Word of God.
d n2 c-acp d vvz, vmd av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3871
And then this cannot chuse but follow out of all dispute, that our God is the true God.
And then this cannot choose but follow out of all dispute, that our God is the true God.
cc av d vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
492
Page 132
3872
Secondly, Examine all pretenders to the Godhead, and see if any of them have so good a Plea,
Secondly, Examine all pretenders to the Godhead, and see if any of them have so good a Plea,
ord, vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb cs d pp-f pno32 vhi av j dt n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3873
so good a Title to the Deity as the God whom we worship. This I suppose is out of question with you, that there is a God;
so good a Title to the Deity as the God whom we worship. This I suppose is out of question with you, that there is a God;
av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vvb. d pns11 vvb vbz av pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3874
this is apparent by the current and the joynt-consent of men in all times and in all places.
this is apparent by the current and the Joint-consent of men in all times and in all places.
d vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3875
For this is not a thing that hath been taught by this or that sect, or held by this or that people.
For this is not a thing that hath been taught by this or that sect, or held by this or that people.
p-acp d vbz xx dt n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp d cc d n1, cc vvd p-acp d cc d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3876
But all sects, how much soever they have differed in all other things, have held this;
But all Sects, how much soever they have differed in all other things, have held this;
p-acp d n2, c-crq d av pns32 vhb vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, vhb vvn d;
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3878
But now the thing we are upon; is, who this God is;
But now the thing we Are upon; is, who this God is;
p-acp av dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp; vbz, r-crq d np1 vbz;
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3879
whether ours or any other? And truly my Beloved, if this be once admitted, that there is a God, our God will carry it from any other that hath laid any claim to it.
whither ours or any other? And truly my beloved, if this be once admitted, that there is a God, our God will carry it from any other that hath laid any claim to it.
cs png12 cc d j-jn? cc av-j po11 j-vvn, cs d vbb a-acp vvn, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, po12 n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n-jn cst vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pn31.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3880
As for the Idols of the Heathen, stocks and stones, I know you will not think it worthy your consideration,
As for the Idols of the Heathen, stocks and stones, I know you will not think it worthy your consideration,
p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, n2 cc n2, pns11 vvb pn22 vmb xx vvi pn31 j po22 n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3881
whether any of them were the true God.
whither any of them were the true God.
cs d pp-f pno32 vbdr dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3882
And for the gods which the Barbarians worshipped, the Sun, the Moon, the very beasts themselves of every sort, they are no great pretenders neither;
And for the God's which the Barbarians worshipped, the Sun, the Moon, the very beasts themselves of every sort, they Are no great pretenders neither;
cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq dt n2-jn vvn, dt n1, dt n1, dt j n2 px32 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr dx j n2 av-dx;
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3883
we need no more then ordinary reason to convince us that these can be no Gods. For to say truth, they are below men.
we need no more then ordinary reason to convince us that these can be no God's For to say truth, they Are below men.
pns12 vvb av-dx dc cs j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 d d vmb vbi dx n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi n1, pns32 vbr p-acp n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3884
The Romane gods are more considerable then the other, and yet they were but men, as Jupiter, and Saturn, and the like:
The Roman God's Are more considerable then the other, and yet they were but men, as Jupiter, and Saturn, and the like:
dt jp n2 vbr av-dc j cs dt n-jn, cc av pns32 vbdr cc-acp n2, c-acp np1, cc np1, cc dt j:
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3885
Yea, to say truth, they were vile and wicked men, addicted to the grossest vices, and such as led most prophane and lewd lives:
Yea, to say truth, they were vile and wicked men, addicted to the Grossest vices, and such as led most profane and lewd lives:
uh, pc-acp vvi n1, pns32 vbdr j cc j n2, vvn p-acp dt js n2, cc d c-acp vvd av-ds j cc j n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3886
Yea, they were mortal men, and therefore certainly they were not Gods. And hence their very Worshippers would shew you in one place a Temple,
Yea, they were Mortal men, and Therefore Certainly they were not God's And hence their very Worshippers would show you in one place a Temple,
uh, pns32 vbdr j-jn n2, cc av av-j pns32 vbdr xx n2 cc av po32 j n2 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp crd n1 dt n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3887
and in another place a Sepulchre erected to the same God, which is a most apparent Contradiction.
and in Another place a Sepulchre erected to the same God, which is a most apparent Contradiction.
cc p-acp j-jn n1 dt n1 vvd p-acp dt d np1, r-crq vbz dt av-ds j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3888
And truly if a man consider, who have pretended to the Godhead besides our God,
And truly if a man Consider, who have pretended to the Godhead beside our God,
cc av-j cs dt n1 vvb, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 132
3889
and what poor things they were, it will exceedingly establish and confirm him in this business.
and what poor things they were, it will exceedingly establish and confirm him in this business.
cc r-crq j n2 pns32 vbdr, pn31 vmb av-vvg vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
493
Page 133
3890
You cannot think that if there be a God, as that is granted of all hands, he is concealed from the world till this time.
You cannot think that if there be a God, as that is granted of all hands, he is concealed from the world till this time.
pn22 vmbx vvi cst cs pc-acp vbi dt np1, c-acp d vbz vvn pp-f d n2, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3891
And truly for the other gods that have been worshipped, if you will but examine them, you will apparently discover them to have deluded and deceived the world:
And truly for the other God's that have been worshipped, if you will but examine them, you will apparently discover them to have deluded and deceived the world:
cc av-j p-acp dt j-jn n2 cst vhb vbn vvn, cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi pno32, pn22 vmb av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn dt n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3892
so that you may exceedingly confirm your faith in this respect by an induction of particulars.
so that you may exceedingly confirm your faith in this respect by an induction of particulars.
av cst pn22 vmb av-vvg vvi po22 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-j.
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3893
This god and that god cannot be the true God, and so along in all the rest:
This god and that god cannot be the true God, and so along in all the rest:
d n1 cc d n1 vmbx vbi dt j np1, cc av a-acp p-acp d dt n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3894
And therefore our God is undoubtedly the true God.
And Therefore our God is undoubtedly the true God.
cc av po12 np1 vbz av-j dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3895
And you shall find the Lord to have such poor Competitors, that you will certainly cry out at last,
And you shall find the Lord to have such poor Competitors, that you will Certainly cry out At last,
cc pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi d j n2, cst pn22 vmb av-j vvi av p-acp ord,
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3896
as being fully satisfied, The Lord is God, the Lord is God.
as being Fully satisfied, The Lord is God, the Lord is God.
c-acp vbg av-j vvn, dt n1 vbz np1, dt n1 vbz np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
494
Page 133
3897
Be sure to sift this business to the full, when you set your selves about it,
Be sure to sift this business to the full, when you Set your selves about it,
vbb j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j, c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp pn31,
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3898
and not to leave it undetermined in your own thoughts.
and not to leave it undetermined in your own thoughts.
cc xx pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp po22 d n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3899
Never give over till you be resolved, and till you be established in the present truth.
Never give over till you be resolved, and till you be established in the present truth.
av-x vvb a-acp c-acp pn22 vbb vvn, cc c-acp pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3900
It is the fault of many men (yea I believe of many good men) that when some thoughts of Atheism are cast in,
It is the fault of many men (yea I believe of many good men) that when Some thoughts of Atheism Are cast in,
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 (uh pns11 vvb pp-f d j n2) cst c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp,
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3965
and now they are delivered and believe lyes.
and now they Are Delivered and believe lies.
cc av pns32 vbr vvn cc vvi n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3901
and when they have some doubts arising in their hearts, whether the Lord be God or no, (as this the very best may have) they do not altogether scatter them before they leave them,
and when they have Some doubts arising in their hearts, whither the Lord be God or no, (as this the very best may have) they do not altogether scatter them before they leave them,
cc c-crq pns32 vhb d n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2, cs dt n1 vbb np1 cc uh-dx, (c-acp d dt j av-j vmb vhi) pns32 vdb xx av vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb pno32,
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3902
but leave the business as it were in medio, in suspence;
but leave the business as it were in medio, in suspense;
cc-acp vvb dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp fw-la, p-acp n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3903
they pass to other thoughts, and do not fully satisfie themselves in this particular, whereas a man should never rest while there is any cloud upon his faith, any scruple in his conscience.
they pass to other thoughts, and do not Fully satisfy themselves in this particular, whereas a man should never rest while there is any cloud upon his faith, any scruple in his conscience.
pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, cc vdb xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp d j, cs dt n1 vmd av-x vvi cs pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp po31 n1, d n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
495
Page 133
3904
Ah, my Beloved, will you be slight in such a matter as this is, of such infinite concernment? whether the God which you have chosen be the right or no? How can you but be slight accordingly in all the duties of his service? And therefore do not give it over till you be resolved.
Ah, my beloved, will you be slight in such a matter as this is, of such infinite concernment? whither the God which you have chosen be the right or no? How can you but be slight accordingly in all the duties of his service? And Therefore do not give it over till you be resolved.
uh, po11 j-vvn, vmb pn22 vbi j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, pp-f d j n1? cs dt n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vbb dt j-jn cc av-dx? q-crq vmb pn22 p-acp vbi j av-vvg p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? cc av vdb xx vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pn22 vbb vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3905
Think with your selves, I must determine either on or off, either one way or the other.
Think with your selves, I must determine either on or off, either one Way or the other.
vvb p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp cc a-acp, d crd n1 cc dt n-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3906
And if you be necessitated to resolve, our God will carry it from all the rest.
And if you be necessitated to resolve, our God will carry it from all the rest.
cc cs pn22 vbb j-vvn pc-acp vvi, po12 n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3907
They that have taken other gods, have taken them upon trust, they have received them from the custom of the places in which they have been born and bred.
They that have taken other God's, have taken them upon trust, they have received them from the custom of the places in which they have been born and bred.
pns32 cst vhb vvn j-jn n2, vhb vvn pno32 p-acp n1, pns32 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3908
And most that worship our God, take him but in such a way as this is.
And most that worship our God, take him but in such a Way as this is.
cc ds cst vvb po12 n1, vvb pno31 p-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3909
But if you sift the business well, you will find cause to stick to him whom you have chosen.
But if you sift the business well, you will find cause to stick to him whom you have chosen.
p-acp cs pn22 vvi dt n1 av, pn22 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 ro-crq pn22 vhb vvn.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3910
The more you prove him and examine him, the better you will like him.
The more you prove him and examine him, the better you will like him.
dt av-dc pn22 vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31, dt jc pn22 vmb vvi pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3911
And therefore I beseech you, do not halt in this business, but come to some determination and decision:
And Therefore I beseech you, do not halt in this business, but come to Some determination and decision:
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp d n1 cc n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3912
Do as Elijah counsels Israel; Be no longer unresolved: If Baal be God, then follow him;
Do as Elijah Counsels Israel; Be no longer unresolved: If Baal be God, then follow him;
vdb c-acp np1 n2 np1; vbb av-dx av-jc j: cs np1 vbi n1, av vvb pno31;
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3913
but if the Lord be God, then follow him. Rest not in opinion here, but sift it to the full.
but if the Lord be God, then follow him. Rest not in opinion Here, but sift it to the full.
cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb np1, av vvb pno31. n1 xx p-acp n1 av, cc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3914
Bring your selves to this disjunction:
Bring your selves to this disjunction:
vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1:
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3915
If any other god be true, why then there is no other way, but I must worship him, and serve him.
If any other god be true, why then there is no other Way, but I must worship him, and serve him.
cs d j-jn n1 vbb j, uh-crq av a-acp vbz dx j-jn n1, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3916
But if our God be the right, then I must stick close to him.
But if our God be the right, then I must stick close to him.
p-acp cs po12 n1 vbi dt n-jn, cs pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3917
If you be at this hand, that you will absolutely satisfie your selves before you leave,
If you be At this hand, that you will absolutely satisfy your selves before you leave,
cs pn22 vbb p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vmb av-j vvi po22 n2 p-acp pn22 vvb,
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3918
before you give the business over, (as this you are bound to do) you will not leave it any longer in suspence,
before you give the business over, (as this you Are bound to do) you will not leave it any longer in suspense,
c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 a-acp, (c-acp d pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi) pn22 vmb xx vvi pn31 d av-jc p-acp n1,
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3919
nor suffer any doubtfull thoughts within you unexamined (for then they will return again on all occasions) you will find that this will strengthen faith exceedingly in this particular.
nor suffer any doubtful thoughts within you unexamined (for then they will return again on all occasions) you will find that this will strengthen faith exceedingly in this particular.
ccx vvi d j n2 p-acp pn22 j (c-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp d n2) pn22 vmb vvi cst d vmb vvi n1 av-vvg p-acp d j.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3920
Our God will certainly be gainer, and have very great advantage by coming on the test with any other.
Our God will Certainly be gainer, and have very great advantage by coming on the test with any other.
np1 np1 vmb av-j vbi n1, cc vhb av j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
496
Page 133
3966
It is a lie and a delusion, but it is a strong delusion, so that you cannot stir them from it.
It is a lie and a delusion, but it is a strong delusion, so that you cannot stir them from it.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, av cst pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp pn31.
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3921
Fourthly and lastly, set all the Grace, and all the strength you have on work in prayer, that God himself would satisfie you fully,
Fourthly and lastly, Set all the Grace, and all the strength you have on work in prayer, that God himself would satisfy you Fully,
ord cc ord, vvb d dt n1, cc d dt n1 pn22 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst np1 px31 vmd vvi pn22 av-j,
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3922
and confirm your faith in this particular, That he would leave no doubt within you concerning such a principle as this is;
and confirm your faith in this particular, That he would leave no doubt within you Concerning such a principle as this is;
cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp d j, cst pns31 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp pn22 vvg d dt n1 c-acp d vbz;
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3923
which is the very Basis of Religion, the foundation that supports the Fabrick of it, and beareth up the weight of all the building.
which is the very Basis of Religion, the Foundation that supports the Fabric of it, and bears up the weight of all the building.
r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3924
A man will never come to God by faith, or by repentance, or obedience, unless he first believe that God is, Heb. 11.6.
A man will never come to God by faith, or by Repentance, or Obedience, unless he First believe that God is, Hebrew 11.6.
dt n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc n1, cs pns31 ord vvb cst np1 vbz, np1 crd.
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3925
And therefore struggle with the Lord about it;
And Therefore struggle with the Lord about it;
cc av vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31;
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3926
if faith begin to waver, or to fail in any measure, say, as the Disciples did, O Lord, encrease our faith, Lord strengthen us, Lord do not suffer us to shake in this fundamental truth;
if faith begin to waver, or to fail in any measure, say, as the Disciples did, Oh Lord, increase our faith, Lord strengthen us, Lord do not suffer us to shake in this fundamental truth;
cs n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, vvb, c-acp dt n2 vdd, uh n1, vvb po12 n1, n1 vvb pno12, n1 vdb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3927
for this doth shake all with it.
for this does shake all with it.
p-acp d vdz vvi d p-acp pn31.
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3928
A man may get a common, an acquired faith, by arguments, and reasons, and the like;
A man may get a Common, an acquired faith, by Arguments, and Reasons, and the like;
dt n1 vmb vvi dt j, dt vvn n1, p-acp n2, cc n2, cc dt j;
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3929
it may be brought into a man by custom;
it may be brought into a man by custom;
pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3930
but that will never satisfie a man compleatly, constantly, unless he have infused faith, and that is the immediate gift of God himself.
but that will never satisfy a man completely, constantly, unless he have infused faith, and that is the immediate gift of God himself.
cc-acp d vmb av-x vvi dt n1 av-j, av-j, cs pns31 vhb vvn n1, cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31.
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3931
If he will shew himself to any man, then he shall see, and know, and be assured, that he is the true God.
If he will show himself to any man, then he shall see, and know, and be assured, that he is the true God.
cs pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvb, cc vbi vvn, cst pns31 vbz dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3932
But if he will hide himself, he can but only grope after him.
But if he will hide himself, he can but only grope After him.
p-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi px31, pns31 vmb p-acp av-j vvi p-acp pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
497
Page 134
3933
Is it so, that our God is the true God? and are you satisfied of this? do you know him to be so? then serve and glorifie him as the true God.
Is it so, that our God is the true God? and Are you satisfied of this? do you know him to be so? then serve and Glorify him as the true God.
vbz pn31 av, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j np1? cc vbr pn22 vvn pp-f d? vdb pn22 vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi av? av vvb cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt j np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3934
Let him have that worship, and that honour, and obedience which the soveraignty of a God calls for.
Let him have that worship, and that honour, and Obedience which the sovereignty of a God calls for.
vvb pno31 vhi d n1, cc d n1, cc n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vvz p-acp.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3935
If he be not the true God, then take your liberty, and walk according to your own lusts,
If he be not the true God, then take your liberty, and walk according to your own Lustiest,
cs pns31 vbb xx dt j np1, av vvb po22 n1, cc vvb vvg p-acp po22 d n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3936
and according to your own pleasures;
and according to your own pleasures;
cc vvg p-acp po22 d n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3937
abridge your selves of nothing to which the byass of your nature carries you, take no pains in holy duties, hear no more, pray no more.
abridge your selves of nothing to which the bias of your nature carries you, take no pains in holy duties, hear no more, pray no more.
vvb po22 n2 pp-f pix p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vvz pn22, vvb dx n2 p-acp j n2, vvb av-dx av-dc, vvb av-dx av-dc.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3938
But if he be indeed the true God, and you dare not to deny it, then live and walk as if you did believe him to be so.
But if he be indeed the true God, and you Dare not to deny it, then live and walk as if you did believe him to be so.
p-acp cs pns31 vbb av dt j np1, cc pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn31, av vvb cc vvi c-acp cs pn22 vdd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi av.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3939
Stifle not these principles which you cannot contradict nor lay aside.
Stifle not these principles which you cannot contradict nor lay aside.
vvb xx d n2 r-crq pn22 vmbx vvi ccx vvi av.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3940
Take heed of doing as the Gentiles did, Rom. 1.19, &c. they liked not to retain God in their knowledge;
Take heed of doing as the Gentiles did, Rom. 1.19, etc. they liked not to retain God in their knowledge;
vvb n1 pp-f vdg p-acp dt n2-j vdd, np1 crd, av pns32 vvd xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1;
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3941
they had him there, but they liked not to retain him, because he was a trouble to them;
they had him there, but they liked not to retain him, Because he was a trouble to them;
pns32 vhd pno31 a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vvd xx pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp pno32;
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3942
fain they would put him out again:
fain they would put him out again:
av-j pns32 vmd vvi pno31 av av:
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3943
The apprehension of a God called upon them for some duty, and was a curb and a restraint from some evils.
The apprehension of a God called upon them for Some duty, and was a curb and a restraint from Some evils.
dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, cc vbds dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n2-jn.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3944
And therefore they were weary of such thoughts as these, and sought to chase them from their meditations:
And Therefore they were weary of such thoughts as these, and sought to chase them from their meditations:
cc av pns32 vbdr j pp-f d n2 c-acp d, cc vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2:
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3945
To say truth, they did not like them, and therefore would be rid of them:
To say truth, they did not like them, and Therefore would be rid of them:
pc-acp vvi n1, pns32 vdd xx vvi pno32, cc av vmd vbi vvn pp-f pno32:
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3946
They knew God, (that they were not able to avoid) but yet they glorified him not as God.
They knew God, (that they were not able to avoid) but yet they glorified him not as God.
pns32 vvd np1, (cst pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi) cc-acp av pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3947
And truly this is just the case of many Christians:
And truly this is just the case of many Christians:
cc av-j d vbz j dt n1 pp-f d np1:
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3948
They do not serve, they do not glorifie and worship God according to their knowledge of him.
They do not serve, they do not Glorify and worship God according to their knowledge of him.
pns32 vdb xx vvi, pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi np1 vvg p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pno31.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3949
They walk not answerably to their principles, and to their light in this particular.
They walk not answerably to their principles, and to their Light in this particular.
pns32 vvb xx av-j p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d j.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3950
They yield him to be God, and yet they do not trust in him, they do not live to him, they do not love, they do not fear him, and the like.
They yield him to be God, and yet they do not trust in him, they do not live to him, they do not love, they do not Fear him, and the like.
pns32 vvb pno31 pc-acp vbi np1, cc av pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vdb xx vvi, pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31, cc dt j.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3951
They live without God in the world, and they do just as they would do, if there were no God at all.
They live without God in the world, and they do just as they would do, if there were no God At all.
pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vdb av c-acp pns32 vmd vdi, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp d.
(21) part (DIV2)
498
Page 134
3952
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, do but consider the extream danger of such a course as this is.
Now I beseech you, my beloved, do but Consider the extreme danger of such a course as this is.
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vdb p-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 134
3953
It is the ready way to be delivered up to strong delusions, and to vile affections,
It is the ready Way to be Delivered up to strong delusions, and to vile affections,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 134
3954
as you may see those Gentiles were in the very same case.
as you may see those Gentiles were in the very same case.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n2-j vbdr p-acp dt av d n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 134
3955
Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, therefore God gave them up to strong delusions in their intellectuall parts, that they were vain in their imaginations,
Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, Therefore God gave them up to strong delusions in their intellectual parts, that they were vain in their Imaginations,
p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1, av np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 j n2, cst pns32 vbdr j p-acp po32 n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 135
3956
and their foolish hearts were darkened;
and their foolish hearts were darkened;
cc po32 j n2 vbdr vvn;
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 135
3957
to vile affections in their sensual part, that they committed all uncleanness, and burned in their filthy lusts;
to vile affections in their sensual part, that they committed all uncleanness, and burned in their filthy Lustiest;
p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 j n1, cst pns32 vvd d n1, cc vvn p-acp po32 j n2;
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 135
3958
their hearts were like an Oven heated by the Baker, they were set on fire of hell.
their hearts were like an Oven heated by the Baker, they were Set on fire of hell.
po32 n2 vbdr av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
499
Page 135
3959
And hath it not been thus with many men in our daies? they know God in a speculative and discoursive way at least;
And hath it not been thus with many men in our days? they know God in a speculative and discursive Way At least;
cc vhz pn31 xx vbn av p-acp d n2 p-acp po12 n2? pns32 vvb np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp ds;
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3960
they were convinced that he was the true God, but they lived not according to their principles in this respect, they abated of their strictness and devotion, neglected duties which they had been wont exactly to perform, forsook the Ordinances and the Worship of the Lord, despised the Word of God, glorified him not as God, took carnal liberty against their knowledge, and against their conscience.
they were convinced that he was the true God, but they lived not according to their principles in this respect, they abated of their strictness and devotion, neglected duties which they had been wont exactly to perform, forsook the Ordinances and the Worship of the Lord, despised the Word of God, glorified him not as God, took carnal liberty against their knowledge, and against their conscience.
pns32 vbdr vvn cst pns31 vbds dt j np1, cc-acp pns32 vvd xx vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1, pns32 vvd pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, j-vvn n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vbn j av-j pc-acp vvi, vvd dt n2 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1, vvd j n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3961
And now how vain are they become in their imaginations? how foolish in their fancies,
And now how vain Are they become in their Imaginations? how foolish in their fancies,
cc av c-crq j vbr pns32 vvn p-acp po32 n2? q-crq j p-acp po32 n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3962
and opinions, and conceits? How hath God sent on many of them strong delusions to believe lyes, that they might all be damned that believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness!
and opinions, and conceits? How hath God sent on many of them strong delusions to believe lies, that they might all be damned that believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness!
cc n2, cc n2? np1 vhz np1 vvn p-acp d pp-f pno32 j n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cst pns32 vmd d vbi vvn cst vvb xx dt n1, cc-acp vhd n1 p-acp n1!
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3963
They knew the truth, but they had pleasure in unrighteousness.
They knew the truth, but they had pleasure in unrighteousness.
pns32 vvd dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vhd n1 p-acp n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3964
They took delight in some unrighteous way or other, some secret way of wickedness or other,
They took delight in Some unrighteous Way or other, Some secret Way of wickedness or other,
pns32 vvd n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n-jn, d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n-jn,
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3967
Do what you can, and bring what arguments you will, it is in vain, the deceit is strong upon them.
Do what you can, and bring what Arguments you will, it is in vain, the deceit is strong upon them.
vdb r-crq pn22 vmb, cc vvb r-crq n2 pn22 vmb, pn31 vbz p-acp j, dt n1 vbz j p-acp pno32.
(21) part (DIV2)
500
Page 135
3968
And some are also given up to vile affections, and to those burning lusts, which the Apostle speaks of in the cited places.
And Some Are also given up to vile affections, and to those burning Lustiest, which the Apostle speaks of in the cited places.
cc d vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d j-vvg n2, r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f p-acp dt vvn n2.
(21) part (DIV2)
501
Page 135
3969
This is the formidable judgement of the Lord on those who know God, and do not walk according to their knowledge.
This is the formidable judgement of the Lord on those who know God, and do not walk according to their knowledge.
d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb np1, cc vdb xx vvi vvg p-acp po32 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
501
Page 135
3970
And therefore as we own the true God, let us serve, and let us worship him as such a one, let us live and act for him, let us be taken up with him, let us make this our work to please him, let us in every thing so carry and demean our selves,
And Therefore as we own the true God, let us serve, and let us worship him as such a one, let us live and act for him, let us be taken up with him, let us make this our work to please him, let us in every thing so carry and demean our selves,
cc av c-acp pns12 d dt j np1, vvb pno12 vvi, cc vvb pno12 vvi pno31 p-acp d dt pi, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, vvb pno12 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno31, vvb pno12 vvi d po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 av vvi cc vvi po12 n2,
(21) part (DIV2)
501
Page 135
3971
as they should do who have the Lord for their God.
as they should do who have the Lord for their God.
c-acp pns32 vmd vdi r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(21) part (DIV2)
501
Page 135
3972
JOHN 17.3. Thee the only true God.JOHN 17.3. Thee the only true God.
np1 crd. pno21 av av-j j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
501
Page 135
3973
IS it so, that God the Father, Son, &c. is the only true God? Then let us have no other God but him only.
IS it so, that God the Father, Son, etc. is the only true God? Then let us have no other God but him only.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 dt n1, n1, av vbz dt j j np1? av vvb pno12 vhi dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno31 av-j.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 135
3974
Let us be able confidently to challenge any man in the words of holy David, Whom have we in heaven but him,
Let us be able confidently to challenge any man in the words of holy David, Whom have we in heaven but him,
vvb pno12 vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j np1, r-crq vhb pns12 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31,
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 135
3975
and whom have we in earth but him? Is there any in the world, whom we set up to our selves as a God but him only? Let us be alwaies mindfull of the first and great Commandment of the Law of God, which is indeed the very basis and foundation of the rest, Thou shalt have no other God before me.
and whom have we in earth but him? Is there any in the world, whom we Set up to our selves as a God but him only? Let us be always mindful of the First and great Commandment of the Law of God, which is indeed the very basis and Foundation of the rest, Thou shalt have no other God before me.
cc qo-crq vhb pns12 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31? vbz pc-acp d p-acp dt n1, ro-crq pns12 vvd a-acp p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 av-j? vvb pno12 vbi av j pp-f dt ord cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vm2 vhi dx j-jn np1 p-acp pno11.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 135
3976
Thou shalt have a God, and thou shalt have me for thy God, and thou shalt have none but me for thy God.
Thou shalt have a God, and thou shalt have me for thy God, and thou shalt have none but me for thy God.
pns21 vm2 vhi dt n1, cc pns21 vm2 vhi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, cc pns21 vm2 vhi pix p-acp pno11 p-acp po21 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 135
3977
And that which is annexed is very much to be observed, If thou hast any God besides me, it will be before me.
And that which is annexed is very much to be observed, If thou hast any God beside me, it will be before me.
cc cst r-crq vbz vvn vbz av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns21 vh2 d np1 p-acp pno11, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno11.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3978
If we could go behind his back and take another god, there were the less iniquity,
If we could go behind his back and take Another god, there were the less iniquity,
cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi j-jn n1, pc-acp vbdr dt av-dc n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3979
and there were the more safety; it were not such a hainous thing, it were not such a dangerous thing.
and there were the more safety; it were not such a heinous thing, it were not such a dangerous thing.
cc a-acp vbdr dt av-dc n1; pn31 vbdr xx d dt j n1, pn31 vbdr xx d dt j n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3980
But to go and take another god before his face, (as if a wife should go and take another Lover and commit uncleanness with him,
But to go and take Another god before his face, (as if a wife should go and take Another Lover and commit uncleanness with him,
p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, (c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvi j-jn n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp pno31,
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3981
even before her husbands face) what an horrid impudence? what an unsufferable provocation? What, saith the Lord, (as once Ahasuerus in the case of Haman) will he commit adultery before my face? for so idolatry is spiritual adultery;
even before her Husbands face) what an horrid impudence? what an unsufferable provocation? What, Says the Lord, (as once Ahasuerus in the case of Haman) will he commit adultery before my face? for so idolatry is spiritual adultery;
av p-acp po31 ng1 n1) r-crq dt j n1? q-crq dt j n1? q-crq, vvz dt n1, (c-acp a-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp po11 n1? p-acp av n1 vbz j n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3982
will he do it in my presence, and while I am looking on? Ah desperate wretch!
will he do it in my presence, and while I am looking on? Ah desperate wretch!
vmb pns31 vdi pn31 p-acp po11 n1, cc cs pns11 vbm vvg a-acp? uh j n1!
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3983
nay then I see there is no hope of him, take him away, and carry him to execution.
nay then I see there is no hope of him, take him away, and carry him to execution.
uh-x av pns11 vvb a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pno31, vvb pno31 av, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
3984
And therefore let us be extreamly cautious, that we have no other God but him alone who is the only true God.
And Therefore let us be extremely cautious, that we have no other God but him alone who is the only true God.
cc av vvb pno12 vbi av-jn j, cst pns12 vhb dx j-jn np1 p-acp pno31 av-j r-crq vbz dt j j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
503
Page 136
4064
and walk according to their own counsels.
and walk according to their own Counsels.
cc vvb vvg p-acp po32 d n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
514
Page 139
3985
But you will ask me now perhaps, what I intend when I exhort you to have no other God but him only? Truly, my Brethren, it involveth many things,
But you will ask me now perhaps, what I intend when I exhort you to have no other God but him only? Truly, my Brothers, it involveth many things,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av av, r-crq pns11 vvb c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vhi dx j-jn np1 p-acp pno31 av-j? np1, po11 n2, pn31 vvz d n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
504
Page 136
3986
but I shall draw them to a few heads.
but I shall draw them to a few Heads.
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt d n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
504
Page 136
3987
When I perswade you to have the Lord and none but him for your God, my meaning is, that you should serve him and none but him, that you should fear him and none but him, that you should trust in him and none but him.
When I persuade you to have the Lord and none but him for your God, my meaning is, that you should serve him and none but him, that you should Fear him and none but him, that you should trust in him and none but him.
c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc pix p-acp pno31 p-acp po22 n1, po11 n1 vbz, cst pn22 vmd vvi pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31, cst pn22 vmd vvi pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31, cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
504
Page 136
3988
Then since he is the only true God, serve him and none but him. Serve the Lord so as to serve no other with him.
Then since he is the only true God, serve him and none but him. Serve the Lord so as to serve no other with him.
av c-acp pns31 vbz dt j j np1, vvb pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31. vvb dt n1 av c-acp pc-acp vvi dx j-jn p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
505
Page 136
3989
So is his own express injunction, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve, Matth. 4.10.
So is his own express injunction, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve, Matthew 4.10.
np1 vbz po31 d j n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1, cc pno31 av-j vm2 pns21 vvi, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
505
Page 136
3990
And here to be a little more distinct, serve the Lord and not Idols, serve the Lord and not Times, serve the Lord and not Lusts.
And Here to be a little more distinct, serve the Lord and not Idols, serve the Lord and not Times, serve the Lord and not Lusts.
cc av pc-acp vbi dt j av-dc j, vvb dt n1 cc xx n2, vvb dt n1 cc xx n2, vvb dt n1 cc xx np1
(22) part (DIV2)
505
Page 136
3991
First, serve the Lord and not Idols, they are all false gods, he is the only true God,
First, serve the Lord and not Idols, they Are all false God's, he is the only true God,
ord, vvb dt n1 cc xx n2, pns32 vbr d j n2, pns31 vbz dt j j np1,
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3992
and therefore see you serve him, and not them.
and Therefore see you serve him, and not them.
cc av vvb pn22 vvb pno31, cc xx pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3993
It is a sin the Scripture very much disswades from, and makes the worst of all corruptions,
It is a since the Scripture very much dissuades from, and makes the worst of all corruptions,
pn31 vbz dt n1 dt n1 av d vvz p-acp, cc vvz dt js pp-f d n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3994
and most abominable to the Lord.
and most abominable to the Lord.
cc av-ds j p-acp dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3995
And therefore this is often called the sin in Scripture by way of eminence above the rest,
And Therefore this is often called the since in Scripture by Way of eminence above the rest,
cc av d vbz av vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3996
because it is a sin of the most infamous and odious rank.
Because it is a since of the most infamous and odious rank.
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3997
And Jeroboams drawing Israel to the worship of the calves, is frequently set forth by this expression, he made Israel to sin. He made them to commit the sinning sin, the sin which is abundantly and out of measure sinfull.
And Jeroboams drawing Israel to the worship of the calves, is frequently Set forth by this expression, he made Israel to since. He made them to commit the sinning since, the since which is abundantly and out of measure sinful.
cc vvz vvg np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vbz av-j vvn av p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd np1 p-acp n1. pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi dt vvg n1, dt n1 r-crq vbz av-j cc av pp-f n1 j.
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3998
And God himself disswading from it, speaketh of it as that on which his very heart did rise, which he abhorred to name, on which he could not think without extremity of detestation;
And God himself dissuading from it, speaks of it as that on which his very heart did rise, which he abhorred to name, on which he could not think without extremity of detestation;
cc np1 px31 vvg p-acp pn31, vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp d p-acp r-crq po31 j n1 vdd vvi, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
3999
O do not that abominable thing which I hate, Jer. 44.4. And otherwise indeed it cannot be:O do not that abominable thing which I hate, Jer. 44.4. And otherwise indeed it cannot be:
sy vdb xx d j n1 r-crq pns11 vvb, np1 crd. cc av av pn31 vmbx vbi:
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
4000
For it is the choosing of another god, that is the Holy Ghosts expression of it, saith he, they chose new gods, Judges 5.8.
For it is the choosing of Another god, that is the Holy Ghosts expression of it, Says he, they chosen new God's, Judges 5.8.
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn n1, cst vbz dt j n2 n1 pp-f pn31, vvz pns31, pns32 vvd j n2, n2 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
4001
by which they made it to appear, that they were weary of the old, as if they had discovered some iniquity in God,
by which they made it to appear, that they were weary of the old, as if they had discovered Some iniquity in God,
p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vbdr j pp-f dt j, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn d n1 p-acp np1,
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
4002
as he expostulateth with the Jews upon the like occasion, Jer. 2.5. as if the Lord were found upon experience to be such a god, or were not worth the keeping any longer.
as he expostulateth with the jews upon the like occasion, Jer. 2.5. as if the Lord were found upon experience to be such a god, or were not worth the keeping any longer.
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi d dt n1, cc vbdr xx j dt vvg d av-jc.
(22) part (DIV2)
506
Page 136
4003
This is a thing from which the very heathen are abhorrent and averse; the Nations will not change their gods, Jer. 2.11. though they be but false gods, and consequently no gods, as it is added there in that place.
This is a thing from which the very heathen Are abhorrent and averse; the nations will not change their God's, Jer. 2.11. though they be but false God's, and consequently no God's, as it is added there in that place.
d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j j-jn vbr n1 cc j; dt n2 vmb xx vvi po32 n2, np1 crd. cs pns32 vbb p-acp j n2, cc av-j zz n2, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
507
Page 136
4004
Oh what an odious thing is this, that the Church should change hers, who hath the true and everlasting Lord of heaven and earth for her God.
O what an odious thing is this, that the Church should change hers, who hath the true and everlasting Lord of heaven and earth for her God.
uh r-crq dt j n1 vbz d, cst dt n1 vmd vvi png31, r-crq vhz dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
507
Page 137
4005
They will not change their false gods for the true, and shall we change the true God for a false? Oh what an horrible indignity is this, what an unsufferable provocation?
They will not change their false God's for the true, and shall we change the true God for a false? O what an horrible indignity is this, what an unsufferable provocation?
pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 j n2 p-acp dt j, cc vmb pns12 vvi dt j np1 p-acp dt j? uh r-crq dt j n1 vbz d, r-crq dt j n1?
(22) part (DIV2)
507
Page 137
4006
And therefore God is exceedingly incensed at this iniquity;
And Therefore God is exceedingly incensed At this iniquity;
cc av np1 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp d n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4007
it is a sin that kindles anger, great anger, yea the heat of great anger, Deut. 24.44. What means the heat of this great anger? And in the following, verses it is shewed to be because they went and served other gods.
it is a since that kindles anger, great anger, yea the heat of great anger, Deuteronomy 24.44. What means the heat of this great anger? And in the following, Verses it is showed to be Because they went and served other God's.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz n1, j n1, uh dt n1 pp-f j n1, np1 crd. q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n1? cc p-acp dt vvg, n2 pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi c-acp pns32 vvd cc vvd j-jn n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4008
Indeed Idolatry stirs up the jealousie of God, and therefore this is added as the reason of the prohibition of it,
Indeed Idolatry stirs up the jealousy of God, and Therefore this is added as the reason of the prohibition of it,
np1 n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31,
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4009
because he is a jealous God.
Because he is a jealous God.
c-acp pns31 vbz dt j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4010
And even as jealousie in man is (as the wise man notes) the rage of man;
And even as jealousy in man is (as the wise man notes) the rage of man;
cc av c-acp n1 p-acp n1 vbz (c-acp dt j n1 n2) dt n1 pp-f n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4011
so jealousie in God (my Brethren) is the rage of God.
so jealousy in God (my Brothers) is the rage of God.
av n1 p-acp np1 (po11 n2) vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4012
To see his Wife the Church forsake him, and run a whoring after Idols, is such a thing as blows and kindles up the flames of his hottest indignation.
To see his Wife the Church forsake him, and run a whoring After Idols, is such a thing as blows and kindles up the flames of his hottest Indignation.
p-acp vvi po31 n1 dt n1 vvb pno31, cc vvi dt vvg p-acp n2, vbz d dt n1 c-acp n2 cc vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 js n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4013
In what a fearfull rage was God on this occasion? behold and tremble at it, Exod. 32.9. when Moses hung about him, and besought him for the people, he flung him off;
In what a fearful rage was God on this occasion? behold and tremble At it, Exod 32.9. when Moses hung about him, and besought him for the people, he flung him off;
p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vbds np1 p-acp d n1? vvb cc vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd. q-crq np1 vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp;
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4014
Let me alone, saith God, that so my anger may wax hot against them, and that I may consume them in a moment. Let me alone, Says God, that so my anger may wax hight against them, and that I may consume them in a moment.
vvb pno11 av-j, vvz np1, cst av po11 n1 vmb vvi j p-acp pno32, cc cst pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4015
And if you search the Scripture, you shall find that God hath executed and inflicted the heaviest of his plagues and judgements on those that have been guilty of this sin.
And if you search the Scripture, you shall find that God hath executed and inflicted the Heaviest of his plagues and Judgments on those that have been guilty of this since.
cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vhz vvn cc vvn dt js pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d cst vhb vbn j pp-f d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4016
Look on the monuments of his severest and most direfull vengeance, and you shall find, that as the wrath of God hath been revealed from heaven against all unrighteousness of men;
Look on the monuments of his Severest and most direful vengeance, and you shall find, that as the wrath of God hath been revealed from heaven against all unrighteousness of men;
n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 js cc av-ds j n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2;
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4017
so especially against this hideous sin. And as a man transported with a jealous spirit, is apt to take unmercifull revenge;
so especially against this hideous since. And as a man transported with a jealous Spirit, is apt to take unmerciful revenge;
av av-j p-acp d j n1. cc c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi j n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4018
in which respect the wise man saith, He will not spare in the day of vengeance, Prov. 6.34.
in which respect the wise man Says, He will not spare in the day of vengeance, Curae 6.34.
p-acp r-crq n1 dt j n1 vvz, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4019
even so the Lord when he is stirred to jealousie on this occasion, is wont to measure out to such offendors an excess and overplus of wrath and vengeance,
even so the Lord when he is stirred to jealousy on this occasion, is wont to measure out to such offenders an excess and overplus of wrath and vengeance,
av av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4020
as you may see a sad example of it in the Jews. And therefore I shut up this Exhortation, as John doth his Epistle.
as you may see a sad Exampl of it in the jews. And Therefore I shut up this Exhortation, as John does his Epistle.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt np2. cc av pns11 vvb a-acp d n1, c-acp np1 vdz po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4021
Little children keep your selves from Idols, Amen. Serve the Lord and not Idols.Little children keep your selves from Idols, Amen. Serve the Lord and not Idols.
j n2 vvb po22 n2 p-acp n2, uh-n. vvb dt n1 cc xx n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
508
Page 137
4065
That which they have a will and a desire to do, to which they are carried and swayed by their own inclinations and sensual affections, they freely follow and pursue;
That which they have a will and a desire to do, to which they Are carried and swayed by their own inclinations and sensual affections, they freely follow and pursue;
d r-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vdi, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 d n2 cc j n2, pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi;
(22) part (DIV2)
514
Page 139
4022
But you will say perhaps, what needs this? For who among us is inclinable to this sin? Or which of us doth serve Idols? To this I answer, That there is not in man a stronger inclination to any sin then that of Idolatry,
But you will say perhaps, what needs this? For who among us is inclinable to this since? Or which of us does serve Idols? To this I answer, That there is not in man a Stronger inclination to any since then that of Idolatry,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, r-crq vvz d? p-acp r-crq p-acp pno12 vbz j p-acp d n1? cc q-crq pp-f pno12 vdz vvi n2? p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst pc-acp vbz xx p-acp n1 dt jc n1 p-acp d n1 av d pp-f n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4023
as I could shew you very plentifully and very clearly from the Scripture.
as I could show you very plentifully and very clearly from the Scripture.
c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 av av-j cc av av-j p-acp dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4024
And as for actual Idolatry, you must know, (my Brethren) that there is a gross and open,
And as for actual Idolatry, you must know, (my Brothers) that there is a gross and open,
cc c-acp p-acp j n1, pn22 vmb vvi, (po11 n2) cst pc-acp vbz dt j cc j,
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4025
and there is a more subtile and secret Idolatry.
and there is a more subtle and secret Idolatry.
cc pc-acp vbz dt av-dc j cc j-jn n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4026
The gross and open is the worshipping of heathen images and heathen gods, or else of Popish Crucifixes, and the like;
The gross and open is the worshipping of heathen Images and heathen God's, or Else of Popish Crucifixes, and the like;
dt j cc j vbz dt vvg pp-f j-jn n2 cc j-jn n2, cc av pp-f j vvz, cc dt j;
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4027
from this perhaps you may acquit your selves.
from this perhaps you may acquit your selves.
p-acp d av pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4028
But now besides, there is an inward and secret Idolatry, and this is very rife and common in the world,
But now beside, there is an inward and secret Idolatry, and this is very rife and Common in the world,
p-acp av a-acp, pc-acp vbz dt j cc j-jn n1, cc d vbz av j cc j p-acp dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4029
yea in the bosom of the Church it self.
yea in the bosom of the Church it self.
uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4030
Professed Christians many of them, who have but one God in their mouthes, have yet an hundred in their hearts.
Professed Christians many of them, who have but one God in their mouths, have yet an hundred in their hearts.
j-vvn np1 d pp-f pno32, r-crq vhb p-acp crd n1 p-acp po32 n2, vhb av dt crd p-acp po32 n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
509
Page 137
4031
For you must know, my Brethren, that this inward Idol-worship is not committed only by conceiving an Idol or a creature under the notion of God, which was the errour of the heathen, who thought that Jupiter and Mars were gods.
For you must know, my Brothers, that this inward Idol-worship is not committed only by conceiving an Idol or a creature under the notion of God, which was the error of the heathen, who Thought that Jupiter and Mars were God's.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst d j n1 vbz xx vvn av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, r-crq vvd cst np1 cc vvz vbdr n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 137
4032
But also by ascribing that to any creature which is peculiar to the Lord. In doing so we deifie the creature, and set it up in Gods stead:
But also by ascribing that to any creature which is peculiar to the Lord. In doing so we deify the creature, and Set it up in God's stead:
p-acp av p-acp vvg cst p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1. p-acp vdg av pns12 vvi dt n1, cc vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp npg1 n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 137
4033
and this is very usual among those that would be taken to be Christians: some make Idols of themselves:
and this is very usual among those that would be taken to be Christians: Some make Idols of themselves:
cc d vbz av j p-acp d cst vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi np1: d vvb n2 pp-f px32:
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 138
4034
either their belly is their God, as the Apostle speaks in his time, whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, Phil. 3.19. they take more care to please their appetites, and fill their bellies, then to please God.
either their belly is their God, as the Apostle speaks in his time, whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, Philip 3.19. they take more care to please their appetites, and fill their bellies, then to please God.
d po32 n1 vbz po32 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, rg-crq n1 vbz n1, rg-crq n1 vbz po32 n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvb dc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2, cs pc-acp vvi np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 138
4035
Or else they make their policy and wit their God, while they rely and rest upon it to bring their enterprizes and designs to pass:
Or Else they make their policy and wit their God, while they rely and rest upon it to bring their Enterprises and designs to pass:
cc av pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc n1 po32 n1, cs pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi po32 vvz cc n2 pc-acp vvi:
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 138
4036
and so accordingly attribute the effecting of them to their own skill, and to their own ability.
and so accordingly attribute the effecting of them to their own skill, and to their own ability.
cc av av-vvg vvi dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, cc p-acp po32 d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 138
4037
These are the men that sacrifice to their own net, and burn incense to their own dragg, as the Prophet speaks, Hab. 1.16.
These Are the men that sacrifice to their own net, and burn incense to their own drag, as the Prophet speaks, Hab. 1.16.
d vbr dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 d n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 d vvi, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
510
Page 138
4038
Others make Idols of their fellow Creatures, while they lay out that fear, and love, and confidence upon them, which belongs to God only.
Others make Idols of their fellow Creatures, while they lay out that Fear, and love, and confidence upon them, which belongs to God only.
ng2-jn vvb n2 pp-f po32 n1 n2, cs pns32 vvd av d n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvz p-acp np1 av-j.
(22) part (DIV2)
511
Page 138
4039
In this respect, the covetous and worldly wretch is stiled an Idolater. Eph. 5.5. because he loves his riches more then God, and trusteth in his riches more then God.
In this respect, the covetous and worldly wretch is styled an Idolater. Ephesians 5.5. Because he loves his riches more then God, and Trusteth in his riches more then God.
p-acp d n1, dt j cc j n1 vbz vvn dt n1. np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2 av-dc cs np1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n2 av-dc cs np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
511
Page 138
4066
but for the will of God, they neither care to know it, nor obey it.
but for the will of God, they neither care to know it, nor obey it.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, ccx vvi pn31.
(22) part (DIV2)
514
Page 139
4109
And therefore addeth presently, Look unto me and be you saved, all the ends of the earth,
And Therefore adds presently, Look unto me and be you saved, all the ends of the earth,
cc av vvz av-j, vvb p-acp pno11 cc vbb pn22 vvn, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4040
And the Apostle James speaking of such as love the world, calls them adulterers and adulteresses, Jam. 4.4. because they commit this inward Idolatry (which is spiritual adultery) with the things of this life.
And the Apostle James speaking of such as love the world, calls them Adulterers and Adulteresses, Jam. 4.4. Because they commit this inward Idolatry (which is spiritual adultery) with the things of this life.
cc dt n1 np1 vvg pp-f d c-acp vvb dt n1, vvz pno32 n2 cc n2, np1 crd. c-acp pns32 vvb d j n1 (r-crq vbz j n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
511
Page 138
4041
The like may be affirmed of the ambitious man, who loves his honours more then God;
The like may be affirmed of the ambitious man, who loves his honours more then God;
dt j vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz po31 n2 av-dc cs np1;
(22) part (DIV2)
511
Page 138
4042
and of the voluptuous man, who loves his pleasures more then God.
and of the voluptuous man, who loves his pleasures more then God.
cc pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz po31 n2 av-dc cs np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
511
Page 138
4043
So that you see my Brethren, there is need of this advice even to professed Christians, to serve the Lord and not Idols.
So that you see my Brothers, there is need of this Advice even to professed Christians, to serve the Lord and not Idols.
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f d n1 av p-acp j-vvn np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc xx n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
511
Page 138
4044
2. Serve the Lord and not the times.
2. Serve the Lord and not the times.
crd vvb dt n1 cc xx dt n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4045
NONLATINALPHABET & NONLATINALPHABET are words not very much unlike, neither in the writing of them, nor in the pronunciation of them;
& Are words not very much unlike, neither in the writing of them, nor in the pronunciation of them;
cc vbr n2 xx av av-d av-j, av-dx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32;
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4046
there is but a letter odds.
there is but a Letter odds.
pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4047
And hence it is that some have put the latter for the former in that place of the Apostle, Rom. 12.11.
And hence it is that Some have put the latter for the former in that place of the Apostle, Rom. 12.11.
cc av pn31 vbz cst d vhb vvn dt d p-acp dt j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4048
And in stead of reading it NONLATINALPHABET, serving the Lord, they read it by an easie change NONLATINALPHABET, serving the time.
And in stead of reading it, serving the Lord, they read it by an easy change, serving the time.
cc p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pn31, vvg dt n1, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1, vvg dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4049
And so we find it in some Greek Copies.
And so we find it in Some Greek Copies.
cc av pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp d jp n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4050
And truly there are many in these dayes of ours who seem to like extreamly well of this change, who would have NONLATINALPHABET put for NONLATINALPHABET still,
And truly there Are many in these days of ours who seem to like extremely well of this change, who would have put for still,
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d p-acp d n2 pp-f png12 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi av-jn av pp-f d n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn p-acp av,
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4051
and who would rather serve the time then serve the Lord.
and who would rather serve the time then serve the Lord.
cc r-crq vmd av-c vvi dt n1 av vvi dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4052
These are the men who fashion and apply themselves continually to the present garb, and to the present state of things.
These Are the men who fashion and apply themselves continually to the present garb, and to the present state of things.
d vbr dt n2 r-crq n1 cc vvi px32 av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4053
Like weather Cocks they turn with every blast, like Ships they set their sails to every wind.
Like weather Cocks they turn with every blast, like Ships they Set their sails to every wind.
j n1 n2 pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, av-j n2 pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4054
Brethren, this is an odious thing to mould our selves (especially in points of Conscience and matters of Religion) to the times.
Brothers, this is an odious thing to mould our selves (especially in points of Conscience and matters of Religion) to the times.
n1, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 po12 n2 (av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1) p-acp dt n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4055
Indeed it is observed of the men of Issachar, that they were wise to understand the times,
Indeed it is observed of the men of Issachar, that they were wise to understand the times,
np1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4056
and to know what Israel ought to do, 1 Chron. 12.31.
and to know what Israel ought to do, 1 Chronicles 12.31.
cc pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vmd pc-acp vdi, crd np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4057
And so I must acknowledge, it is wisdom so to observe the times, to know our duty what it is,
And so I must acknowledge, it is Wisdom so to observe the times, to know our duty what it is,
cc av pns11 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 r-crq pn31 vbz,
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4058
and to perform it in the proper season. But to observe them so to serve them, is a very great evil.
and to perform it in the proper season. But to observe them so to serve them, is a very great evil.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av pc-acp vvi pno32, vbz dt av j n-jn.
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4059
We must not serve the times but serve the Lord. 3. Serve the Lord and not Lusts;
We must not serve the times but serve the Lord. 3. Serve the Lord and not Lustiest;
pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n2 p-acp vvi dt n1. crd vvb dt n1 cc xx n2;
(22) part (DIV2)
512
Page 138
4060
neither your own Lusts, nor the Lusts of others. First serve the Lord and not your own Lusts:
neither your own Lustiest, nor the Lustiest of Others. First serve the Lord and not your own Lustiest:
d po22 d n2, ccx dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. ord vvb dt n1 cc xx po22 d n2:
(22) part (DIV2)
513
Page 138
4061
if he be the only true God, he must be served, and not them.
if he be the only true God, he must be served, and not them.
cs pns31 vbb dt j j np1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc xx pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
514
Page 138
4062
And yet how many are there who are slaves and vassals to their own Corruptions, who are not subject and obedient to the will of God,
And yet how many Are there who Are slaves and vassals to their own Corruptions, who Are not Subject and obedient to the will of God,
cc av c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq vbr xx j-jn cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(22) part (DIV2)
514
Page 138
4063
but to that which the Evangelist calls the will of the flesh, 1 John 13. They are a rule unto themselves,
but to that which the Evangelist calls the will of the Flesh, 1 John 13. They Are a Rule unto themselves,
cc-acp p-acp cst r-crq dt np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp px32,
(22) part (DIV2)
514
Page 139
4067
I wish that such would seriously consider what a fearfull thing it is for God to leave men to their own wills.
I wish that such would seriously Consider what a fearful thing it is for God to leave men to their own wills.
pns11 vvb cst d vmd av-j vvi r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 d n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
515
Page 139
4068
He never doth it but in extremity of wrath and vengeance. When he will take severe revenge indeed, then he picks out this judgement:
He never does it but in extremity of wrath and vengeance. When he will take severe revenge indeed, then he picks out this judgement:
pns31 av-x vdz pn31 p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi j n1 av, cs pns31 vvz av d n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
515
Page 139
4069
My people would not hearken to my voice, (saith God) and Israel would none of me. What must become of Israel now think you? you may behold it in the following verse, So I gave them up to their own lusts, to walk according to their own counsels. My people would not harken to my voice, (Says God) and Israel would none of me. What must become of Israel now think you? you may behold it in the following verse, So I gave them up to their own Lustiest, to walk according to their own Counsels.
po11 n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp po11 n1, (vvz np1) cc np1 vmd pi pp-f pno11. q-crq vmb vvi pp-f np1 av vvb pn22? pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, av pns11 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2, pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po32 d n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
515
Page 139
4070
And certainly unless the Lord should send men quick to hell, a heavier Judgement cannot come upon them.
And Certainly unless the Lord should send men quick to hell, a Heavier Judgement cannot come upon them.
cc av-j cs dt n1 vmd vvi n2 j p-acp n1, dt jc n1 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
515
Page 139
4071
Secondly, serve the Lord, and not the Lusts of other men;
Secondly, serve the Lord, and not the Lustiest of other men;
ord, vvb dt n1, cc xx dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2;
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4072
that is the basest and unworthiest service in the world, when men are not only subject to the regular and just commands of their superiours (for so they are in duty bound to be) but they are subject to their wicked humours.
that is the Basest and Unworthiest service in the world, when men Are not only Subject to the regular and just commands of their superiors (for so they Are in duty bound to be) but they Are Subject to their wicked humours.
d vbz dt js cc js n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq n2 vbr xx av-j j-jn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn (p-acp av pns32 vbr p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vbi) cc-acp pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp po32 j n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4073
They are not only serviceable and obedient to their lawfull wills, but they are Bawds and Pandars to their Lusts:
They Are not only serviceable and obedient to their lawful wills, but they Are Bawds and Panders to their Lustiest:
pns32 vbr xx av-j j cc j p-acp po32 j n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2:
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4074
They will do any thing, rather then they shall be offended and displeased:
They will do any thing, rather then they shall be offended and displeased:
pns32 vmb vdi d n1, av-c cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn:
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4075
They will serve them in their sins, and serve them in their base and wicked humours (though conscience grumble and recoyl) they will comply with them in every thing, they will humour,
They will serve them in their Sins, and serve them in their base and wicked humours (though conscience grumble and recoil) they will comply with them in every thing, they will humour,
pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j cc j n2 (cs n1 vvi cc vvi) pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vvi,
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4076
and applaud them, and admire them for advantage, as the Apostle Paul speaks. They are resolved to please them, whether God be pleased or no.
and applaud them, and admire them for advantage, as the Apostle Paul speaks. They Are resolved to please them, whither God be pleased or no.
cc vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz. pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cs np1 vbb vvn cc uh-dx.
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4077
Let such remember that God will never own them for his servants, who prefer the favour and respects of men above him:
Let such Remember that God will never own them for his Servants, who prefer the favour and respects of men above him:
vvb d vvb cst np1 vmb av-x vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31:
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4078
Mark what the Apostle saith, Gal. 1.10.
Mark what the Apostle Says, Gal. 1.10.
vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4079
If I yet please men, if I seek to please them so that I regard not though I anger and displease the Lord Christ;
If I yet please men, if I seek to please them so that I regard not though I anger and displease the Lord christ;
cs pns11 av vvb n2, cs pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 av cst pns11 vvb xx cs pns11 vvb cc vvi dt n1 np1;
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4080
If I yet please men in such a manner, in such a way as this, I cannot be the servant of Christ.
If I yet please men in such a manner, in such a Way as this, I cannot be the servant of christ.
cs pns11 av vvb n2 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, pns11 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
516
Page 139
4081
If God be the only true God, then as you must serve him and none but him,
If God be the only true God, then as you must serve him and none but him,
cs np1 vbb dt j j np1, av c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31,
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4082
so you must fear him and none but him. Sanctifie the Lord of hosts himself, saith the Prophet, Isaiah 8.13. and let him be your fear and dread:
so you must Fear him and none but him. Sanctify the Lord of hosts himself, Says the Prophet, Isaiah 8.13. and let him be your Fear and dread:
av pn22 vmb vvi pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31. vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 px31, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. cc vvb pno31 vbi po22 n1 cc n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4083
The Prophet speaks it there exclusively, let him be your fear and none else.
The Prophet speaks it there exclusively, let him be your Fear and none Else.
dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp av-j, vvb pno31 vbi po22 n1 cc pix av.
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4084
To which effect is our Saviours admonition, Luke 12. Be not afraid of them that kill the body,
To which Effect is our Saviors admonition, Lycia 12. Be not afraid of them that kill the body,
p-acp r-crq n1 vbz po12 ng1 n1, av crd vbb xx j pp-f pno32 cst vvb dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4085
and after that have no more that they can do:
and After that have no more that they can do:
cc p-acp d vhb dx av-dc cst pns32 vmb vdi:
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4108
I am the Lord, saith he, and there is no God besides me, a just God and a Saviour: I am the Lord, Says he, and there is no God beside me, a just God and a Saviour:
pns11 vbm dt n1, vvz pns31, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11, dt j np1 cc dt n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4110
for I am God and none else. for I am God and none Else.
c-acp pns11 vbm np1 cc pix av.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4086
But I will forewarn you, whom you shall fear, fear him that after he hath killed, hath power to cast you into hell, I say unto you fear him.
But I will forewarn you, whom you shall Fear, Fear him that After he hath killed, hath power to cast you into hell, I say unto you Fear him.
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22, ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi, vvb pno31 cst a-acp pns31 vhz vvn, vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 vvb pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4087
And therefore we are often rated in the Scripture for our fear of men and creatures as Isa. 51.12, 13. Who art thou that thou shouldest be afraid of a man that shall die,
And Therefore we Are often rated in the Scripture for our Fear of men and creatures as Isaiah 51.12, 13. Who art thou that thou Shouldst be afraid of a man that shall die,
cc av pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 c-acp np1 crd, crd q-crq vb2r pns21 cst pns21 vmd2 vbi j pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vvi,
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4088
and of the Son of man that shall be made as grass? And truly we are very weak in this respect abundance of us.and of the Son of man that shall be made as grass? And truly we Are very weak in this respect abundance of us.
cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1? cc av-j pns12 vbr av j p-acp d n1 n1 pp-f pno12.
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4089
We are exceedingly afraid sometimes how men will use us if we fall into their hands,
We Are exceedingly afraid sometime how men will use us if we fallen into their hands,
pns12 vbr av-vvg j av c-crq n2 vmb vvi pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp po32 n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4090
and if they come to have us in their power, we cannot eate, we cannot sleep, we are so infinitely troubled and perplexed.
and if they come to have us in their power, we cannot eat, we cannot sleep, we Are so infinitely troubled and perplexed.
cc cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi pno12 p-acp po32 n1, pns12 vmbx vvi, pns12 vmbx vvi, pns12 vbr av av-j vvn cc vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4091
This violent and raging passion eats out all the comfort of our lives;
This violent and raging passion eats out all the Comfort of our lives;
d j cc j-vvg n1 vvz av d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2;
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4092
And in the mean time we neglect the Lord, who is to be feared, as the Prophet David speaks.
And in the mean time we neglect the Lord, who is to be feared, as the Prophet David speaks.
cc p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vvb dt n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz.
(22) part (DIV2)
517
Page 139
4093
Why you will say then, May we not in any case fear creatures? No, my Beloved, not in any case make them the ultimate & terminative object of our fears.
Why you will say then, May we not in any case Fear creatures? No, my beloved, not in any case make them the ultimate & terminative Object of our fears.
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi av, vmb pns12 xx p-acp d n1 vvb n2? uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, xx p-acp d n1 vvi pno32 dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4094
Fear them we may as instruments of Gods anger, and then indeed we fear God in them.
fear them we may as Instruments of God's anger, and then indeed we Fear God in them.
n1 pno32 pns12 vmb p-acp n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc av av pns12 vvb np1 p-acp pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4095
But to fear them for themselves, as if they could do evil to us of themselves, is even to set them up in Gods stead.
But to Fear them for themselves, as if they could do evil to us of themselves, is even to Set them up in God's stead.
p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp px32, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vdi j-jn p-acp pno12 pp-f px32, vbz av pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp ng1 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4096
Indeed if they could do us any mischief without God, and which he could not fence us from, we had great reason then to fear them, and not him:
Indeed if they could do us any mischief without God, and which he could not fence us from, we had great reason then to Fear them, and not him:
np1 cs pns32 vmd vdi pno12 d n1 p-acp np1, cc r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi pno12 p-acp, pns12 vhd j n1 cs pc-acp vvi pno32, cc xx pno31:
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4097
But seeing of themselves they cannot strike us, and when they do they are but rods in Gods hand, we should not eye the rod so much as the hand that strikes with it.
But seeing of themselves they cannot strike us, and when they do they Are but rods in God's hand, we should not eye the rod so much as the hand that strikes with it.
cc-acp vvg pp-f px32 pns32 vmbx vvi pno12, cc c-crq pns32 vdb pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp npg1 n1, pns12 vmd xx vvi dt n1 av av-d c-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pn31.
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4098
God would not call for all our fear, if any creature could do us any damage without him.
God would not call for all our Fear, if any creature could do us any damage without him.
np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp d po12 n1, cs d n1 vmd vdi pno12 d n1 p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4099
But seeing he alone is able of himself to save and to destroy, I say unto you fear him, and none but him.
But seeing he alone is able of himself to save and to destroy, I say unto you Fear him, and none but him.
p-acp vvg pns31 av-j vbz j pp-f px31 p-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 vvb pno31, cc pix p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
518
Page 140
4100
If God be the only true God, then trust in him and none but him, look not to other gods,
If God be the only true God, then trust in him and none but him, look not to other God's,
cs np1 vbb dt j j np1, av vvb p-acp pno31 cc pix p-acp pno31, vvb xx p-acp j-jn n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4101
as the expression of the Prophet is, Hosea 3.1. put not your trust and confidence in them.
as the expression of the Prophet is, Hosea 3.1. put not your trust and confidence in them.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. vvb xx po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4102
For that from which deliverance is expected by us, that is the thing to which we look,
For that from which deliverance is expected by us, that is the thing to which we look,
p-acp cst p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cst vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb,
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4103
and on which our eye is fixed.
and on which our eye is fixed.
cc p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4104
I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whence my help cometh, Psalm 121.1.I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whence my help comes, Psalm 121.1.
pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp c-crq po11 n1 vvz, n1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4105
Now this we may not do from any creature.
Now this we may not do from any creature.
av d pns12 vmb xx vdi p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4106
For as it cannot hurt us, on the one side, so neither can it save us on the other;
For as it cannot hurt us, on the one side, so neither can it save us on the other;
p-acp c-acp pn31 vmbx vvi pno12, p-acp dt crd n1, av dx vmb pn31 vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-jn;
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4107
no, this is proper to the only true God.
no, this is proper to the only true God.
uh-dx, d vbz j p-acp dt j j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4111
And therefore let not any of our hearts depart from God at any time, and step out to other Saviours:
And Therefore let not any of our hearts depart from God At any time, and step out to other Saviors:
cc av vvb xx d pp-f po12 n2 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc vvb av p-acp j-jn ng1:
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4112
Let us not make flesh our arm, nor place our confidence in earthly Saviours.
Let us not make Flesh our arm, nor place our confidence in earthly Saviors.
vvb pno12 xx vvi n1 po12 n1, ccx vvi po12 n1 p-acp j ng1.
(22) part (DIV2)
519
Page 140
4113
Its that which we are very apt to do, as it is manifest by this, that we are so disquieted and troubled in the want,
Its that which we Are very apt to do, as it is manifest by this, that we Are so disquieted and troubled in the want,
pn31|vbz d r-crq pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vdi, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d, cst pns12 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4114
and so secure in the enjoyment of these things, that our very hearts and spirits do even come and go with them.
and so secure in the enjoyment of these things, that our very hearts and spirits do even come and go with them.
cc av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst po12 j n2 cc n2 vdb av vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4115
But what are they in Gods stead, as once the King of Israel said, 2 Kings 5.7.
But what Are they in God's stead, as once the King of Israel said, 2 Kings 5.7.
p-acp r-crq vbr pns32 p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, crd n2 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4116
that they should save us and procure our peace? Oh, my Beloved, be exceeding tender how you give his glory to another,
that they should save us and procure our peace? O, my beloved, be exceeding tender how you give his glory to Another,
cst pns32 vmd vvi pno12 cc vvb po12 n1? uh, po11 j-vvn, vbb vvg j c-crq pn22 vvb po31 n1 p-acp j-jn,
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4117
how you attribute this to any means, how you expect deliverance from it.
how you attribute this to any means, how you expect deliverance from it.
c-crq pn22 vvb d p-acp d n2, c-crq pn22 vvb n1 p-acp pn31.
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4118
If God be the only true God, let nothing share together with him in your faith and confidence,
If God be the only true God, let nothing share together with him in your faith and confidence,
cs np1 vbb dt j j np1, vvb pix vvi av p-acp pno31 p-acp po22 n1 cc n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4119
but let him have this part of worship appropriated to him, to put your whole trust in him.
but let him have this part of worship appropriated to him, to put your Whole trust in him.
cc-acp vvb pno31 vhi d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po22 j-jn n1 p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
520
Page 140
4120
Is it so, that our God is the only true God, is there no other true God but him only? this then should teach us who have chosen him to be our God, to be at unity among our selves.
Is it so, that our God is the only true God, is there no other true God but him only? this then should teach us who have chosen him to be our God, to be At unity among our selves.
vbz pn31 av, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j j np1, vbz pc-acp dx j-jn j np1 p-acp pno31 av-j? d av vmd vvi pno12 r-crq vhb vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4121
Its true indeed, my Brethren, there are many persons in the Godhead, but yet there is but one God.
Its true indeed, my Brothers, there Are many Persons in the Godhead, but yet there is but one God.
po31 j av, po11 n2, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4122
And therefore we, though we be many persons, should labour to be one, as he is one.
And Therefore we, though we be many Persons, should labour to be one, as he is one.
cc av pns12, cs pns12 vbb d n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vbi pi, c-acp pns31 vbz pi.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4123
The argument is the Apostles, who presseth us to unity upon the very same ground, Eph. 4.3. endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
The argument is the Apostles, who Presseth us to unity upon the very same ground, Ephesians 4.3. endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
dt n1 vbz dt n2, r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j d n1, np1 crd. vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4124
And this is used as one inducement among the rest, to urge it, and enforce it on us,
And this is used as one inducement among the rest, to urge it, and enforce it on us,
cc d vbz vvn p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp pno12,
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4125
because there is but one God, one only true God, as you may see in the sixth verse of that Chapter.
Because there is but one God, one only true God, as you may see in the sixth verse of that Chapter.
c-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, crd j j np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4126
Indeed if there were many Gods, (I mean many true Gods) there were a manifest and just occasion of division.
Indeed if there were many God's, (I mean many true God's) there were a manifest and just occasion of division.
np1 cs pc-acp vbdr d n2, (pns11 vvb d j n2) pc-acp vbdr dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4127
It were but reasonable that there should be rents and breaches among the worshippers of these Gods;
It were but reasonable that there should be rends and Breaches among the worshippers of these God's;
pn31 vbdr p-acp j cst a-acp vmd vbi n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2;
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 140
4128
That every one should vehemently contend for the God whom he fears.
That every one should vehemently contend for the God whom he fears.
cst d crd vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4129
But if there be but one onely true God, whom all of us do serve and worship, we may the better be at unity among our selves.
But if there be but one only true God, whom all of us do serve and worship, we may the better be At unity among our selves.
p-acp cs pc-acp vbi p-acp pi av-j j np1, ro-crq d pp-f pno12 vdb vvi cc n1, pns12 vmb dt av-jc vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4130
Yea we should strive the more to be at one, to keep our selves in unity, that we may be the better like God.
Yea we should strive the more to be At one, to keep our selves in unity, that we may be the better like God.
uh pns12 vmd vvi dt dc pc-acp vbi p-acp crd, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi dt jc av-j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4131
And this is that which Christ desireth in behalf of his Disciples, in the 11. verse of this Chapter, Holy father, keep through thy own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one as we are.
And this is that which christ Desires in behalf of his Disciples, in the 11. verse of this Chapter, Holy father, keep through thy own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one as we Are.
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, j n1, vvb p-acp po21 d n1 d ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4132
By which he intimates expresly, that it is a thing very much to be desired, that the worshippers of God should be like God in unity.
By which he intimates expressly, that it is a thing very much to be desired, that the worshippers of God should be like God in unity.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av-j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vbi j np1 p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4133
Not like in all respects, (for so it is impossible that they should be) but as God is one in Essence,
Not like in all respects, (for so it is impossible that they should be) but as God is one in Essence,
xx av-j p-acp d n2, (c-acp av pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vmd vbi) cc-acp c-acp np1 vbz pi p-acp n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4134
so they should be one in heart and in affection. Oh let us labour for this Oneness, that we may be in this like God.
so they should be one in heart and in affection. O let us labour for this Oneness, that we may be in this like God.
av pns32 vmd vbi pi p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi p-acp d j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
521
Page 141
4135
Let there be no separations and divisions, but let the Lords Jerusalem be like a City that is at unity within it self.
Let there be no separations and divisions, but let the lords Jerusalem be like a city that is At unity within it self.
vvb pc-acp vbi dx n2 cc n2, cc-acp vvb dt n2 np1 vbi av-j dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
522
Page 141
4136
And truly there was never greater need to set on this Exhortation, than now when God hath suffered such a spirit of division to possess his own people;
And truly there was never greater need to Set on this Exhortation, than now when God hath suffered such a Spirit of division to possess his own people;
cc av-j a-acp vbds av-x jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cs av c-crq np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
522
Page 141
4137
and when the worshippers of the only true God are of so many minds, and draw so many waies,
and when the worshippers of the only true God Are of so many minds, and draw so many ways,
cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt j j np1 vbr pp-f av d n2, cc vvi av d n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
522
Page 141
4138
and have such vehement and such hot contentions and disputes among themselves, that they are no way to be pacified and appeased.
and have such vehement and such hight contentions and disputes among themselves, that they Are no Way to be pacified and appeased.
cc vhb d j cc d j n2 cc vvz p-acp px32, cst pns32 vbr dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
522
Page 141
4139
So that the Church had never greater reason to complain (as Rebecca sometimes did when she had parlies in her womb,
So that the Church had never greater reason to complain (as Rebecca sometime did when she had Parlies in her womb,
av cst dt n1 vhd av-x jc n1 pc-acp vvi (c-acp np1 av vdd c-crq pns31 vhd n2 p-acp po31 n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
522
Page 141
4140
and when the twins were struggling there) If it be so with me, why am I thus?
and when the twins were struggling there) If it be so with me, why am I thus?
cc c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvg a-acp) cs pn31 vbb av p-acp pno11, q-crq vbm pns11 av?
(22) part (DIV2)
522
Page 141
4141
Is it so, that our God is the only true God? Then let us see our happiness in this regard, that we have chosen him for our God,
Is it so, that our God is the only true God? Then let us see our happiness in this regard, that we have chosen him for our God,
vbz pn31 av, cst po12 n1 vbz dt j j np1? av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp po12 n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4142
and that we have not taken any other.
and that we have not taken any other.
cc cst pns12 vhb xx vvn d n-jn.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4143
The most part of the world (my Brethren) are mistaken in their god, they serve them who by nature are no gods, as Gal. 4.8.
The most part of the world (my Brothers) Are mistaken in their god, they serve them who by nature Are no God's, as Gal. 4.8.
dt av-ds n1 pp-f dt n1 (po11 n2) vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb pno32 r-crq p-acp n1 vbr dx n2, c-acp np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4144
And what mistake is like this? Oh what an happiness is this, that we have not been left to this errour!
And what mistake is like this? O what an happiness is this, that we have not been left to this error!
cc q-crq n1 vbz av-j d? uh r-crq dt n1 vbz d, cst pns12 vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp d n1!
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4145
Now therefore let us say as David, Psalm 34.2. My soul shall make her boast in the Lord.
Now Therefore let us say as David, Psalm 34.2. My soul shall make her boast in the Lord.
av av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd. po11 n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4146
Let us boast of our God, and let us glory over other men in this regard, that while they have false gods, we have the only true God for our God.
Let us boast of our God, and let us glory over other men in this regard, that while they have false God's, we have the only true God for our God.
vvb pno12 vvi pp-f po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, cst cs pns32 vhb j n2, pns12 vhb dt j j np1 p-acp po12 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4147
So that we are not to be equalled for a God, by any people in the world besides, which is indeed the highest priviledge that any creature is capable of.
So that we Are not to be equaled for a God, by any people in the world beside, which is indeed the highest privilege that any creature is capable of.
av cst pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np1, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp, r-crq vbz av dt js n1 cst d n1 vbz j pp-f.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4148
It is no sin to vaunt and pride our selves in this prerogative, to make comparisons with others,
It is no since to vaunt and pride our selves in this prerogative, to make comparisons with Others,
pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 po12 n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n2-jn,
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4149
as the Psalmist doth, Psalm 113.5. Who is like the Lord our God? there are other gods abroad, but what god is like ours? who can compare with us in this regard? who can shew us such a God as we have? If we be miserable and unhappy as we apprehend in other things, Oh let our happiness in this, which is transcendent and incomparable;
as the Psalmist does, Psalm 113.5. Who is like the Lord our God? there Are other God's abroad, but what god is like ours? who can compare with us in this regard? who can show us such a God as we have? If we be miserable and unhappy as we apprehend in other things, O let our happiness in this, which is transcendent and incomparable;
c-acp dt n1 vdz, n1 crd. r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 po12 n1? pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 av, cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz av-j png12? q-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1? q-crq vmb vvi pno12 d dt n1 c-acp pns12 vhb? cs pns12 vbb j cc j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, uh vvb po12 n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbz j cc j;
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4169
you may see that place for instance, Mal. 3.1. there are two Messengers in that text;
you may see that place for instance, Malachi 3.1. there Are two Messengers in that text;
pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4150
quiet all, and make us still: We have the greatest happiness imaginable and attainable, in that we have such a God:
quiet all, and make us still: We have the greatest happiness imaginable and attainable, in that we have such a God:
vvb d, cc vvb pno12 av: pns12 vhb dt js n1 j cc j, p-acp cst pns12 vhb d dt n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4151
Happy are the people that are in such a case, saith David, that have outward peace and plenty.
Happy Are the people that Are in such a case, Says David, that have outward peace and plenty.
j vbr dt n1 cst vbr p-acp d dt n1, vvz np1, cst vhb j n1 cc n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4152
But infinitely happy are they who have the Lord for their God.
But infinitely happy Are they who have the Lord for their God.
p-acp av-j j vbr pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4153
And thus far of the Attribute of God, the firmer object of the knowledge wherein Eternal life consists, the only true God.
And thus Far of the Attribute of God, the firmer Object of the knowledge wherein Eternal life consists, the only true God.
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq j n1 vvz, dt j j np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
523
Page 141
4154
The Attribute of Jesus Christ, the second object of it, mentioned here, comes now in order to be handled, sent of God;
The Attribute of jesus christ, the second Object of it, mentioned Here, comes now in order to be handled, sent of God;
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, vvd av, vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvn pp-f np1;
(22) part (DIV2)
524
Page 142
4155
This is the Eternal life to know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. This is the Eternal life to know thee the only true God, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
524
Page 142
4156
The word in the Original importeth such an one as is dispatched upon the errand of another, upon the business that another sends him in.
The word in the Original imports such an one as is dispatched upon the errand of Another, upon the business that Another sends him in.
dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvz d dt pi a-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, p-acp dt n1 cst j-jn vvz pno31 p-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
525
Page 142
4157
The theame from which it comes, is that from which Apostle comes. So that as the Apostles were to Christ, so was Christ to God the Father:
The theme from which it comes, is that from which Apostle comes. So that as the Apostles were to christ, so was christ to God the Father:
dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, vbz d p-acp r-crq np1 vvz. av cst p-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp np1, av vbds np1 p-acp np1 dt n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
525
Page 142
4158
Jesus Christ was Gods Apostle, as the twelve were his Apostles. God the Father sent him, even as he sent them.
jesus christ was God's Apostle, as the twelve were his Apostles. God the Father sent him, even as he sent them.
np1 np1 vbds npg1 n1, c-acp dt crd vbdr po31 n2. np1 dt n1 vvd pno31, av c-acp pns31 vvd pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
525
Page 142
4159
And this is that which he expresses clearly to them, when he reneweth their Commission immediately upon his resurrection, Joh. 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
And this is that which he Expresses clearly to them, when he Reneweth their Commission immediately upon his resurrection, John 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz av-j p-acp pno32, c-crq pns31 vvz po32 n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22.
(22) part (DIV2)
525
Page 142
4160
By this you may a little guess at the intention of the phrase, I shall open it more fully when I come to Explication;
By this you may a little guess At the intention of the phrase, I shall open it more Fully when I come to Explication;
p-acp d pn22 vmb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-dc av-j c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
525
Page 142
4161
In the mean time the point is this. DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ is Gods Apostle, he is a Messenger sent forth from God.
In the mean time the point is this. DOCTRINE. That jesus christ is God's Apostle, he is a Messenger sent forth from God.
p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbz d. n1. cst np1 np1 vbz npg1 n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 vvd av p-acp np1.
(22) part (DIV2)
525
Page 142
4162
So is his own expression of himself to his Father in my Text, This is Eternal Life to know thee the only true God, NONLATINALPHABET, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent;
So is his own expression of himself to his Father in my Text, This is Eternal Life to know thee the only true God,, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent;
av vbz po31 d n1 pp-f px31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, d vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1,, cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn;
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4163
or whom thou hast made thy Apostle.
or whom thou hast made thy Apostle.
cc ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4164
And therefore it is usuall with him, when he hath occasion to make mention of his Father, to call him nothing else but him that sent him.
And Therefore it is usual with him, when he hath occasion to make mention of his Father, to call him nothing Else but him that sent him.
cc av pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pix av p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4165
He that receiveth me, saith Christ, receiveth him that sent me; and you know who that is, Luke 9.48. so to his own Apostles and Disciples, It is my meat and drink to do the will of him that sent me; He that receives me, Says christ, receives him that sent me; and you know who that is, Lycia 9.48. so to his own Apostles and Disciples, It is my meat and drink to do the will of him that sent me;
pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz np1, vvz pno31 cst vvd pno11; cc pn22 vvb r-crq d vbz, av crd. av p-acp po31 d n2 cc n2, pn31 vbz po11 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11;
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4166
or that hath made me his Apostle.
or that hath made me his Apostle.
cc cst vhz vvn pno11 po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4167
And having done his will and business in the world, and dispatched the errand he employed him in, I go my way, saith he, to him that sent me, John 16.5.
And having done his will and business in the world, and dispatched the errand he employed him in, I go my Way, Says he, to him that sent me, John 16.5.
cc vhg vdn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp, pns11 vvb po11 n1, vvz pns31, p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno11, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4168
And God upon the other side, speaking of Jesus Christ, uses to call him, Him whom he hath sent, his Angel and his Messenger;
And God upon the other side, speaking of jesus christ, uses to call him, Him whom he hath sent, his Angel and his Messenger;
cc np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg pp-f np1 np1, vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, pno31 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, po31 n1 cc po31 n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4170
the first is John the Baptist, the Messenger of Christ, Behold I send my Messenger that shall prepare my way before me;
the First is John the Baptist, the Messenger of christ, Behold I send my Messenger that shall prepare my Way before me;
dt ord vbz np1 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pns11 vvb po11 n1 cst vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno11;
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4171
the next is Christ himself, the Messenger of God, The Lord whom ye seek shall suddenly come,
the next is christ himself, the Messenger of God, The Lord whom you seek shall suddenly come,
dt ord vbz np1 px31, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 ro-crq pn22 vvb vmb av-j vvi,
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4172
even the Messenger of the Covenant whom ye delight in. even the Messenger of the Covenant whom you delight in.
av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 ro-crq pn22 vvb p-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
526
Page 142
4173
I might load you with quotations, but I shall add no more for confirmation of the point, that Jesus Christ is Gods Apostle, he is a Messenger, &c. Indeed it needs not proof so much as Explication.
I might load you with quotations, but I shall add no more for confirmation of the point, that jesus christ is God's Apostle, he is a Messenger, etc. Indeed it needs not proof so much as Explication.
pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 np1 vbz npg1 n1, pns31 vbz dt n1, av av pn31 vvz xx n1 av av-d c-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
527
Page 142
4174
Now that you may the better understand the drift and the intention of it, there are some Queries to be answered.
Now that you may the better understand the drift and the intention of it, there Are Some Queries to be answered.
av cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbr d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
528
Page 142
4175
First whence it is that Jesus Christ is sent, the terminus a quo, of this mission.
First whence it is that jesus christ is sent, the terminus a quo, of this mission.
ord c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 np1 vbz vvn, dt fw-la dt fw-la, pp-f d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
528
Page 142
4176
Then in the next place whether he is sent, the terminus ad quem. Thirdly what errand and what business he is sent about.
Then in the next place whither he is sent, the terminus ad Whom. Thirdly what errand and what business he is sent about.
av p-acp dt ord n1 cs pns31 vbz vvn, dt fw-la fw-la fw-la. ord q-crq n1 cc r-crq n1 pns31 vbz vvn a-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
528
Page 142
4177
Fourthly how he is qualified for the delivery of this errand, and the dispatch of this business.
Fourthly how he is qualified for the delivery of this errand, and the dispatch of this business.
ord c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
528
Page 142
4178
As for the first of these, the terminus a quo, whence it is that Christ is sent.
As for the First of these, the terminus a quo, whence it is that christ is sent.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, dt fw-la dt fw-la, c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 vbz vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
529
Page 142
4179
To this I answer, he is sent from the bosom of the Father, as that is the expression, John 1.18. he comes out of the Ivory Palace, Psalm 45.8. In plainer terms, my Brethren, he is sent from heaven;
To this I answer, he is sent from the bosom of the Father, as that is the expression, John 1.18. he comes out of the Ivory Palace, Psalm 45.8. In plainer terms, my Brothers, he is sent from heaven;
p-acp d pns11 vvb, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz av pp-f dt n1 n1, np1 crd. p-acp jc n2, po11 n2, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4180
and therefore he is called the Lord from heaven, 1 Cor. 15.47.
and Therefore he is called the Lord from heaven, 1 Cor. 15.47.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4181
Not the Lord in heaven only, but the Lord from heaven too, and that not only with relation to his second,
Not the Lord in heaven only, but the Lord from heaven too, and that not only with Relation to his second,
xx dt n1 p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 av, cc cst xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 ord,
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4182
but also to his first coming. No man hath ascended up to heaven, saith our Saviour Christ himself, John 3.13. but he that came down from heaven.
but also to his First coming. No man hath ascended up to heaven, Says our Saviour christ himself, John 3.13. but he that Come down from heaven.
cc-acp av p-acp po31 ord n-vvg. dx n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, vvz po12 n1 np1 px31, np1 crd. p-acp pns31 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4183
And who is that? even the Son of man who is in heaven ▪ So then when he was incarnate, he came down from heaven in a sense,
And who is that? even the Son of man who is in heaven ▪ So then when he was incarnate, he Come down from heaven in a sense,
cc r-crq vbz d? av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 ▪ av av c-crq pns31 vbds j, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4184
for of this our Saviour speaks in that place.
for of this our Saviour speaks in that place.
c-acp pp-f d po12 n1 vvz p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4185
And to this speech of Christ it is that the Apostle Paul alludeth, when speaking of our Saviour Christs Ascention, Eph. 4.8 he addeth presently by way of Explication, Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also first descended into the lower parts of the earth.
And to this speech of christ it is that the Apostle Paul alludeth, when speaking of our Saviour Christ Ascension, Ephesians 4.8 he adds presently by Way of Explication, Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also First descended into the lower parts of the earth.
cc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 np1 vvz, c-crq vvg pp-f po12 n1 npg1 n1, np1 crd pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av cst pns31 vvd, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp cst pns31 av ord vvd p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4186
He that descended, is the same also that ascended, far above all heavens, that he might fill all things. He that descended, is the same also that ascended, Far above all heavens, that he might fill all things.
pns31 cst vvd, vbz dt d av cst vvd, av-j p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi d n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4187
So then, descend he did at first from heaven, as after he ascended up again to heaven.
So then, descend he did At First from heaven, as After he ascended up again to heaven.
av av, vvb pns31 vdd p-acp ord p-acp n1, c-acp c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp av p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
530
Page 143
4188
But you will ask me, How could Christ be sent from heaven? and how could he descend from heaven? It could not be with relation to his manhood,
But you will ask me, How could christ be sent from heaven? and how could he descend from heaven? It could not be with Relation to his manhood,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmd np1 vbi vvn p-acp n1? cc q-crq vmd pns31 vvi p-acp n1? pn31 vmd xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4189
for so when he came down, he had never been in heaven, his body had not been there.
for so when he Come down, he had never been in heaven, his body had not been there.
c-acp av c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp, pns31 vhd av-x vbn p-acp n1, po31 n1 vhd xx vbn a-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4190
A man would think it could not be with relation to his Godhead, for that is everywhere, it filleth heaven and earth, as the Prophets phrase is.
A man would think it could not be with Relation to his Godhead, for that is everywhere, it fills heaven and earth, as the prophets phrase is.
dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 vmd xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d vbz av, pn31 vvz n1 cc n1, c-acp dt ng1 n1 vbz.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4191
The infiniteness and immensity of the divinity admits not motion, it cannot stir from place to place,
The infiniteness and immensity of the divinity admits not motion, it cannot stir from place to place,
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz xx n1, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4192
because it is in all places: and so there is no other place into which it may remove.
Because it is in all places: and so there is no other place into which it may remove.
c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n2: cc av pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vvi.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4193
Well then, the Essence of the Godhead is immovable, neither is that the meaning when the Scripture saith that Christ descended, that he was sent down from heaven.
Well then, the Essence of the Godhead is immovable, neither is that the meaning when the Scripture Says that christ descended, that he was sent down from heaven.
uh-av av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, av-dx vbz d dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz cst np1 vvd, cst pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4194
And that of Christ in the forecited place is very notable to this purpose, John 3.13. No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the son of man which is in heaven.
And that of christ in the forecited place is very notable to this purpose, John 3.13. No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that Come down from heaven, even the son of man which is in heaven.
cc d pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz av j p-acp d n1, np1 crd. dx n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4195
He was then come down from heaven, he was then upon the earth, when he spake these words,
He was then come down from heaven, he was then upon the earth, when he spoke these words,
pns31 vbds av vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4196
and yet he addeth, he was then in heaven too, even the son of man who is in heaven.
and yet he adds, he was then in heaven too, even the son of man who is in heaven.
cc av pns31 vvz, pns31 vbds av p-acp n1 av, av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4197
He speaks not of his manhood, or his humane nature, that was not come down from heaven,
He speaks not of his manhood, or his humane nature, that was not come down from heaven,
pns31 vvz xx pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 j n1, cst vbds xx vvn a-acp p-acp n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4198
for it had never been there at that time.
for it had never been there At that time.
c-acp pn31 vhd av-x vbn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4199
And therefore he intends it manifestly of his Godhead in which he was come down from heaven,
And Therefore he intends it manifestly of his Godhead in which he was come down from heaven,
cc av pns31 vvz pn31 av-j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4200
and yet he was in heaven too at the very same time.
and yet he was in heaven too At the very same time.
cc av pns31 vbds p-acp n1 av p-acp dt j d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
531
Page 143
4201
But how was he come down, if he were there? that is the great scruple.
But how was he come down, if he were there? that is the great scruple.
cc-acp q-crq vbds pns31 vvn a-acp, cs pns31 vbdr a-acp? d vbz dt j n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
532
Page 143
4202
Not really, but in regard of declaration:
Not really, but in regard of declaration:
xx av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 143
4203
He seemed to descend from heaven when he took our nature on him, assumed a despicable and a low condition,
He seemed to descend from heaven when he took our nature on him, assumed a despicable and a low condition,
pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd po12 n1 p-acp pno31, vvn dt j cc dt j n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 143
4204
and walked up and down upon the earth like other men.
and walked up and down upon the earth like other men.
cc vvd a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j j-jn n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 143
4205
It looked as if he had forsaken heaven, and was come down to dwell with men, as John 1.14. The word ▪ saith he, was made flesh and dwelt amongst us.
It looked as if he had forsaken heaven, and was come down to dwell with men, as John 1.14. The word ▪ Says he, was made Flesh and dwelled among us.
pn31 vvd c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn n1, cc vbds vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, c-acp np1 crd. dt n1 ▪ vvz pns31, vbds vvn n1 cc vvd p-acp pno12.
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 143
4206
For there the Godhead is in Scripture said to be, where it appears, where it is manifested and declared to be.
For there the Godhead is in Scripture said to be, where it appears, where it is manifested and declared to be.
c-acp a-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vbi, c-crq pn31 vvz, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvd pc-acp vbi.
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 143
4207
And therefore seeing Christ appeared in the flesh, and was God manifested in the flesh, who was till then in heaven,
And Therefore seeing christ appeared in the Flesh, and was God manifested in the Flesh, who was till then in heaven,
cc av vvg np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vbds np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds p-acp av p-acp n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 143
4208
and did not shew himself on earth, in such a manner and in such a way, he is said to have descended, to be sent down from heaven to earth:
and did not show himself on earth, in such a manner and in such a Way, he is said to have descended, to be sent down from heaven to earth:
cc vdd xx vvi px31 p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n1 cc p-acp d dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 144
4209
And so as Bernard speaks acutely, Non venit qui aberat, sed apparuit qui latebat. He came not who was absent, but appeared who was hid.
And so as Bernard speaks acutely, Non venit qui aberat, sed He appeared qui latebat. He Come not who was absent, but appeared who was hid.
cc av c-acp np1 vvz av-j, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. pns31 vvd xx r-crq vbds j, cc-acp vvd r-crq vbds vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
533
Page 144
4228
and which I came into the world about, is finished. Secondly, he was sent to preach Peace;
and which I Come into the world about, is finished. Secondly, he was sent to preach Peace;
cc r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 a-acp, vbz vvn. ord, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4210
And this prevents the answer to the second Querie, whither it was that Christ was sent, what was the terminus ad quem of this Mission? His Father sent him down (in the sense before expressed) into this lower world.
And this prevents the answer to the second Querie, whither it was that christ was sent, what was the terminus ad Whom of this Mission? His Father sent him down (in the sense before expressed) into this lower world.
cc d vvz dt n1 p-acp dt ord np1, c-crq pn31 vbds cst np1 vbds vvn, r-crq vbds dt fw-la fw-la fw-la pp-f d n1? po31 n1 vvd pno31 a-acp (p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn) p-acp d jc n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
534
Page 144
4211
And hence he calls himself, him whom the Father sanctified, and sent into the world, John 10.36.
And hence he calls himself, him whom the Father sanctified, and sent into the world, John 10.36.
cc av pns31 vvz px31, pno31 ro-crq dt n1 vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
534
Page 144
4212
And the Apostle Paul accordingly affirms, that he descended into the lower parts of the earth, Ephes. 4.9. That is as Beza and some others understand it, he took up his abode and residence upon the earth, which is the lowest of the elements, the lowest part of this world.
And the Apostle Paul accordingly affirms, that he descended into the lower parts of the earth, Ephesians 4.9. That is as Beza and Some Others understand it, he took up his Abided and residence upon the earth, which is the lowest of the elements, the lowest part of this world.
cc dt n1 np1 av-vvg vvz, cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. cst vbz p-acp np1 cc d n2-jn vvb pn31, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt js pp-f dt n2, dt js n1 pp-f d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
534
Page 144
4213
The great enquiry is, What errand and what business Jesus Christ is sent into the world about? with reference to which he is stiled in my Text, Jesus Christ whom God hath sent.
The great enquiry is, What errand and what business jesus christ is sent into the world about? with Referente to which he is styled in my Text, jesus christ whom God hath sent.
dt j n1 vbz, q-crq n1 cc r-crq n1 np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp? p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1, np1 np1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
535
Page 144
4214
And this to say it in a word, my Brethren, he was sent to be a Mediator and a Reconciler between God and man, to make up all the breaches and all the differences between his Father and his people.
And this to say it in a word, my Brothers, he was sent to be a Mediator and a Reconciler between God and man, to make up all the Breaches and all the differences between his Father and his people.
cc d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, po11 n2, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc d dt n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
536
Page 144
4215
So that you see he was dispatched upon a sweet errand. And here he had a double business, and a double work to do;
So that you see he was dispatched upon a sweet errand. And Here he had a double business, and a double work to do;
av cst pn22 vvb pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1. cc av pns31 vhd dt j-jn n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vdi;
(22) part (DIV2)
536
Page 144
4216
To make Peace, and to preach Peace.
To make Peace, and to preach Peace.
pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
536
Page 144
4217
First he was sent to make Peace, to do and suffer all that was necessary to compose the business between God and man:
First he was sent to make Peace, to do and suffer all that was necessary to compose the business between God and man:
ord pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vdi cc vvi d cst vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1:
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4218
To satisfie his Father, and to pacifie his Father, and so to make him friends with his people.
To satisfy his Father, and to pacify his Father, and so to make him Friends with his people.
pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 n2 p-acp po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4219
And therefore God is said by him to reconcile even all things to himself, all things reconcilable, Col. 1.20.
And Therefore God is said by him to reconcile even all things to himself, all things reconcilable, Col. 1.20.
cc av np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av d n2 p-acp px31, d n2 j, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4220
And he is said in the very same verse to have made peace by the blood of his Cross.
And he is said in the very same verse to have made peace by the blood of his Cross.
cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt av d n1 pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4221
This is the errand that he came upon. In this respect he is stiled our peace, the Author and procurer of it.
This is the errand that he Come upon. In this respect he is styled our peace, the Author and procurer of it.
d vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp. p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn po12 n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4222
And he is called, the Messenger, the Angel of the Covenant, Mal. 3.1. to shew us that the Message that his Father sent him in, was to bring men into a Covenant and agreement with himself.
And he is called, the Messenger, the Angel of the Covenant, Malachi 3.1. to show us that the Message that his Father sent him in, was to bring men into a Covenant and agreement with himself.
cc pns31 vbz vvn, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi pno12 d dt n1 cst po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp, vbds pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp px31.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4223
And this he did while he took all the matter of the Controversie between him and them out of the way, paid all the debts of his people, cancelled all the bonds and bills that were against them,
And this he did while he took all the matter of the Controversy between him and them out of the Way, paid all the debts of his people, canceled all the bonds and bills that were against them,
cc d pns31 vdd cs pns31 vvd d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc pno32 av pp-f dt n1, vvn d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvn d dt n2 cc n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno32,
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4224
and nailed them to his Cross in the view of men and Angels, Col. 2.14.
and nailed them to his Cross in the view of men and Angels, Col. 2.14.
cc vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4225
That all the world might know, that all the matters in debate between God and them were ended,
That all the world might know, that all the matters in debate between God and them were ended,
cst d dt n1 vmd vvi, cst d dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc pno32 vbdr vvn,
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4226
and that he had no more against them.
and that he had no more against them.
cc cst pns31 vhd dx dc p-acp pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4227
And when he had done this, he cryed out, Consummatum est, The business which my Father sent me in,
And when he had done this, he cried out, Consummatum est, The business which my Father sent me in,
cc c-crq pns31 vhd vdn d, pns31 vvd av, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 r-crq po11 n1 vvd pno11 p-acp,
(22) part (DIV2)
537
Page 144
4230
And truly if he had not done the latter, the former would have been to no purpose.
And truly if he had not done the latter, the former would have been to no purpose.
cc av-j cs pns31 vhd xx vdn dt d, dt j vmd vhi vbn pc-acp dx n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 144
4231
And hence the Father hath dispatched him down into the world to do both; as to make Peace as a Priest, so to preach Peace as a Prophet.
And hence the Father hath dispatched him down into the world to do both; as to make Peace as a Priest, so to preach Peace as a Prophet.
cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi d; c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 144
4232
To let his people know there is a Peace obtained, or else how should it profit them if they should never hear of it? God hath annointed me to preach, saith Christ himself, Luke 4.17.
To let his people know there is a Peace obtained, or Else how should it profit them if they should never hear of it? God hath anointed me to preach, Says christ himself, Lycia 4.17.
p-acp vvb po31 n1 vvb a-acp vbz dt n1 vvd, cc av q-crq vmd pn31 vvi pno32 cs pns32 vmd av-x vvi pp-f pn31? np1 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, vvz np1 px31, av crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 144
4233
To preach what? To preach the Gospel, which is the doctrine of attonement, to heal the broken-hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives,
To preach what? To preach the Gospel, which is the Doctrine of atonement, to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives,
p-acp vvi q-crq? p-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn,
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4234
as it is added there in that place.
as it is added there in that place.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4235
Indeed he was appointed and designed to be the great Prophet, the great Preacher and Revealer of the will of God to men.
Indeed he was appointed and designed to be the great Prophet, the great Preacher and Revealer of the will of God to men.
av pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4236
And therefore the Apostle tells us, That God who in former times spake to the Fathers by the Prophets, hath in the last daies spoken to us by the Son. He was designed you see to be the Fathers spokes-man to the world, to tell them what his mind is, to preach the Gospel, the word of reconciliation to them.
And Therefore the Apostle tells us, That God who in former times spoke to the Father's by the prophets, hath in the last days spoken to us by the Son. He was designed you see to be the Father's spokesman to the world, to tell them what his mind is, to preach the Gospel, the word of reconciliation to them.
cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst np1 r-crq p-acp j n2 vvd p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vhz p-acp dt ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq po31 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4237
This was a great part of the errand which his Father sent him in, and therefore he is said to speak by him.
This was a great part of the errand which his Father sent him in, and Therefore he is said to speak by him.
d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp, cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4238
And Christ himself acknowledges in this respect, My doctrine is not mine, saith he, but his that sent me, John 6.0.
And christ himself acknowledges in this respect, My Doctrine is not mine, Says he, but his that sent me, John 6.0.
cc np1 px31 vvz p-acp d n1, po11 n1 vbz xx png11, vvz pns31, p-acp po31 cst vvd pno11, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4239
And when he had dispatched this part of his Embassie too, he told his Father, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do:
And when he had dispatched this part of his Embassy too, he told his Father, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do:
cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d n1 pp-f po31 n1 av, pns31 vvd po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi:
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4240
And what was that work? you have it in verse 6. I have revealed thy name, saith he, unto the men which thou hast given me out of the world.
And what was that work? you have it in verse 6. I have revealed thy name, Says he, unto the men which thou hast given me out of the world.
cc r-crq vbds d n1? pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp n1 crd pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1, vvz pns31, p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4241
I have made known thy mercy to the Church, how ready and inclinable thou art to pardon them,
I have made known thy mercy to the Church, how ready and inclinable thou art to pardon them,
pns11 vhb vvn vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq j cc j pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi pno32,
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4242
and to be at peace with them. And now I have done this, the business thou hast sent me in is ended.
and to be At peace with them. And now I have done this, the business thou hast sent me in is ended.
cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. cc av pns11 vhb vdn d, dt n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp vbz vvn.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4243
I have no more to do in this world. And thus you see what business and what errand Christ is sent about.
I have no more to do in this world. And thus you see what business and what errand christ is sent about.
pns11 vhb dx dc pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1. cc av pn22 vvb r-crq n1 cc r-crq n1 np1 vbz vvn a-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
538
Page 145
4244
Now for the last thing, how he is qualified for the dispatch of this business,
Now for the last thing, how he is qualified for the dispatch of this business,
av p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
539
Page 145
4245
and the delivery of this errand, you must know that he is fully qualified every way.
and the delivery of this errand, you must know that he is Fully qualified every Way.
cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
539
Page 145
4246
And you will easily conceive that God would never send his Son into the world, upon a business which he could not manage,
And you will Easily conceive that God would never send his Son into the world, upon a business which he could not manage,
cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi cst np1 vmd av-x vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi,
(22) part (DIV2)
539
Page 145
4247
and which he was not able to go through withall.
and which he was not able to go through withal.
cc r-crq pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp av.
(22) part (DIV2)
539
Page 145
4248
And therefore as he hath sent forth his Son, so he hath qualified him absolutely for the business he hath sent him in, both with authority and with ability.
And Therefore as he hath sent forth his Son, so he hath qualified him absolutely for the business he hath sent him in, both with Authority and with ability.
cc av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn av po31 n1, av pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
539
Page 145
4249
He hath qualified him with authority, as his Embassadors and Messengers must have, or else they are not capable of medling with the affairs and the negotiations of their master.
He hath qualified him with Authority, as his ambassadors and Messengers must have, or Else they Are not capable of meddling with the affairs and the negotiations of their master.
pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp n1, c-acp po31 n2 cc n2 vmb vhi, cc av pns32 vbr xx j pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4250
And therefore God hath furnished Jesus Christ with powers, with ample and compleat authority for the Embassage he hath sent him in.
And Therefore God hath furnished jesus christ with Powers, with ample and complete Authority for the Embassy he hath sent him in.
cc av np1 vhz vvn np1 np1 p-acp n2, p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4251
All power is given to him without any limitation.
All power is given to him without any limitation.
av-d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4252
You see he hath a large Commission, and consequently what he doth, concerning what he hath received in Commission, is as valid and effectuall to all intents and purposes,
You see he hath a large Commission, and consequently what he does, Concerning what he hath received in Commission, is as valid and effectual to all intents and Purposes,
pn22 vvb pns31 vhz dt j n1, cc av-j r-crq pns31 vdz, vvg r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1, vbz a-acp j cc j p-acp d n2 cc n2,
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4253
as if God the Father did it.
as if God the Father did it.
c-acp cs np1 dt n1 vdd pn31.
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4254
He hath not only set his seal to Christs Commission, but he hath sealed Christ himself, Him hath God the Father sealed, Iohn 6.27.
He hath not only Set his seal to Christ Commission, but he hath sealed christ himself, Him hath God the Father sealed, John 6.27.
pns31 vhz xx av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn np1 px31, pno31 vhz np1 dt n1 vvd, np1 crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4255
So that he came into the world with the stamp, and with the seal of God upon him, that all men might receive him, as sent forth from him.
So that he Come into the world with the stamp, and with the seal of God upon him, that all men might receive him, as sent forth from him.
av cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cst d n2 vmd vvi pno31, c-acp vvd av p-acp pno31.
(22) part (DIV2)
540
Page 145
4256
As God hath qualified him with authority, so he hath qualified him with ability, for the effecting of the business,
As God hath qualified him with Authority, so he hath qualified him with ability, for the effecting of the business,
p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp n1, av pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1,
(22) part (DIV2)
541
Page 145
4257
and the delivery of the errand which he sent him in.
and the delivery of the errand which he sent him in.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp.
(22) part (DIV2)
541
Page 145
4258
He hath made him fully able to go through with it, and to that end hath furnished him with a fulness of Merit, and a fulness of Spirit.
He hath made him Fully able to go through with it, and to that end hath furnished him with a fullness of Merit, and a fullness of Spirit.
pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av-j j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, cc p-acp d n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
541
Page 145
4259
A fulness of Merit to make Peace, and a fulness of Spirit to preach Peace.
A fullness of Merit to make Peace, and a fullness of Spirit to preach Peace.
dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
541
Page 145
4260
First as God hath sent him, so he hath furnished him with a fulness of Merit to make Peace.
First as God hath sent him, so he hath furnished him with a fullness of Merit to make Peace.
ord p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, av pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
542
Page 145
4261
Made him able to the utmost, to satisfie his justice, and to obtain his pardon for his people.
Made him able to the utmost, to satisfy his Justice, and to obtain his pardon for his people.
j-vvn pno31 j p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
542
Page 145
4262
For he is God as well as man, in him dwelleth the fulness of the Godhead bodily.
For he is God as well as man, in him dwells the fullness of the Godhead bodily.
p-acp pns31 vbz np1 c-acp av c-acp n1, p-acp pno31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j.
(22) part (DIV2)
542
Page 145
4263
God, that his Merits might be valuable for us. Man, that his merits might be applicable to us.
God, that his Merits might be valuable for us. Man, that his merits might be applicable to us.
np1, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi j p-acp pno12. n1, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi j p-acp pno12.
(22) part (DIV2)
542
Page 146
4264
Secondly, as he hath furnished him with a fulness of Merit to make Peace, so of Spirit to preach Peace.
Secondly, as he hath furnished him with a fullness of Merit to make Peace, so of Spirit to preach Peace.
ord, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1, av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1.
(22) part (DIV2)
543
Page 146
4265
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, saith our Saviour, Luke 4.18. and by this Spirit he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel; The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Says our Saviour, Lycia 4.18. and by this Spirit he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel;
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, vvz po12 n1, av crd. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1;
(22) part (DIV2)
543
Page 146
4266
as it is added there in that place. As he hath sent and appointed me to preach, so annointed me to preach.
as it is added there in that place. As he hath sent and appointed me to preach, so anointed me to preach.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1. p-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, av vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi.
(22) part (DIV2)
543
Page 146
4267
And therefore grace is said to be poured into the lips of Jesus Christ, Psal. 45.2. so that he spake as never man did, Iohn 7.46. That some were astonied at his doctrine, and all men bore him witness, and wondered, Luke 4.22.
And Therefore grace is said to be poured into the lips of jesus christ, Psalm 45.2. so that he spoke as never man did, John 7.46. That Some were astonished At his Doctrine, and all men boar him witness, and wondered, Lycia 4.22.
cc av n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, np1 crd. av cst pns31 vvd a-acp av-x n1 vdd, np1 crd. cst d vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc d n2 vvd pno31 vvi, cc vvd, av crd.
(22) part (DIV2)
543
Page 146
4268
JOHN 17.3. And Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent.JOHN 17.3. And Iesus christ whom thou hast sent.
np1 crd. cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
543
Page 146
4350
and the opening of the prison to them that are bound, to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord. and the opening of the prison to them that Are bound, to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord.
cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 149
4269
NOW is it so, that Jesus Christ is Gods Apostle, a Messenger sent, &c. This then may teach us in the first place, to admire the mercy of the Lord;
NOW is it so, that jesus christ is God's Apostle, a Messenger sent, etc. This then may teach us in the First place, to admire the mercy of the Lord;
av vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vbz npg1 n1, dt n1 vvd, av d av vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
545
Page 146
4270
both of the Father and of the Son in this business.
both of the Father and of the Son in this business.
d pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
545
Page 146
4271
The mercy of the Father in sending Jesus Christ, and the mercy of the Son, in that he would be sent by him.
The mercy of the Father in sending jesus christ, and the mercy of the Son, in that he would be sent by him.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg np1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
545
Page 146
4272
In both of these the grace of God is eminent to admiration. Let us here observe and wonder at the mercy of the Sender.
In both of these the grace of God is eminent to admiration. Let us Here observe and wonder At the mercy of the Sender.
p-acp d pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp n1. vvb pno12 av vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
545
Page 146
4273
There was rich grace in this, that God the Father sent his Son into the world for our sakes.
There was rich grace in this, that God the Father sent his Son into the world for our sakes.
pc-acp vbds j n1 p-acp d, cst np1 dt n1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4274
He is his Son, his only begotten Son, a Son that is extreamly like him, the very picture of his Father, the express image of his person, a Son that never did displease him, a Son that he dearly loves, in whom his very soul delights, in which respect he layes him in his bosom, next his heart,
He is his Son, his only begotten Son, a Son that is extremely like him, the very picture of his Father, the express image of his person, a Son that never did displease him, a Son that he dearly loves, in whom his very soul delights, in which respect he lays him in his bosom, next his heart,
pns31 vbz po31 n1, po31 av-j vvn n1, dt n1 cst vbz av-jn av-j pno31, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 cst av-x vdd vvi pno31, dt n1 cst pns31 av-jn vvz, p-acp ro-crq po31 j n1 vvz, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, ord po31 n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4275
as a choice and precious thing.
as a choice and precious thing.
c-acp dt n1 cc j n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4276
And yet this Son of his he is content to part withall in some respect, that he and we might come together.
And yet this Son of his he is content to part withal in Some respect, that he and we might come together.
cc av d n1 pp-f po31 pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1, cst pns31 cc pns12 vmd vvi av.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4277
To send him out of his bosom, and to dispatch him down into this lower world, there to continue for a while, that when he returned again, he might bring us up with him.
To send him out of his bosom, and to dispatch him down into this lower world, there to continue for a while, that when he returned again, he might bring us up with him.
p-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp d jc n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst c-crq pns31 vvd av, pns31 vmd vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4278
Had God any need of us, that he should send his Son for us? Ah, my Beloved, he is self-sufficient, there is enough in him to make him happy everlastingly without us:
Had God any need of us, that he should send his Son for us? Ah, my beloved, he is self-sufficient, there is enough in him to make him happy everlastingly without us:
vhd np1 d n1 pp-f pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12? uh, po11 j-vvn, pns31 vbz j, pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 j av-j p-acp pno12:
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4279
But we must be for ever miserable without him.
But we must be for ever miserable without him.
cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi p-acp av j p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4280
And therefore it was nothing else but free mercy that made him send down his beloved Son to us.
And Therefore it was nothing Else but free mercy that made him send down his Beloved Son to us.
cc av pn31 vbds pix av cc-acp j n1 cst vvd pno31 vvi a-acp po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4281
Herein is love, saith the Evangelist, 1 Iohn 4.10.Herein is love, Says the Evangelist, 1 John 4.10.
av vbz n1, vvz dt np1, crd np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4282
not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son. Here is love,not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son. Here is love,
xx d pns12 vvd np1, cc-acp cst pns31 vvd pno12, cc vvd po31 n1 av vbz n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4283
and here is mercy to be spoken of, and to be wondered at in all ages.
and Here is mercy to be spoken of, and to be wondered At in all ages.
cc av vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
546
Page 146
4284
Let us here take notice of the mercy of the Son, in that he would submit himself so far,
Let us Here take notice of the mercy of the Son, in that he would submit himself so Far,
vvb pno12 av vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 av av-j,
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 146
4285
as to become the Fathers Messenger in this business.
as to become the Father's Messenger in this business.
c-acp pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 146
4286
Though he be man, he is the Fathers fellow notwithstanding, so he stiles him, Zach. 13.7. Awake O sword against the man that is my fellow, saith the Lord of hosts.
Though he be man, he is the Father's fellow notwithstanding, so he stile him, Zach 13.7. Awake Oh sword against the man that is my fellow, Says the Lord of hosts.
cs pns31 vbb n1, pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1 a-acp, av pns31 vvz pno31, np1 crd. vvb uh n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz po11 n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 146
4287
Though he be found in fashion as a man, he thinks it no robbery to be equall with God, every way as good as God, Philip. 3.6.
Though he be found in fashion as a man, he thinks it no robbery to be equal with God, every Way as good as God, Philip. 3.6.
cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1, d n1 c-acp j c-acp np1, np1. crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 146
4288
And was it not an admirable condescention, that when the Father had a Message to dispatch into the world,
And was it not an admirable condescension, that when the Father had a Message to dispatch into the world,
np1 vbds pn31 xx dt j n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 146
4410
and this is drawn from the deserving cause.
and this is drawn from the deserving cause.
cc d vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4289
for the recovery of lost creatures, Jesus Christ should say to him (as once the Prophet in another case) Here I am, send me.
for the recovery of lost creatures, jesus christ should say to him (as once the Prophet in Another case) Here I am, send me.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 (c-acp a-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1) av pns11 vbm, vvb pno11.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4290
I am very well content to be sent of this errand.
I am very well content to be sent of this errand.
pns11 vbm av av j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4291
Especially if we consider, where and whither he was sent, from heaven to earth, yea to the lowest parts of the earth,
Especially if we Consider, where and whither he was sent, from heaven to earth, yea to the lowest parts of the earth,
av-j cs pns12 vvb, c-crq cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, uh p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4292
as the expression is, Ephes. 4.9. In a sense to hell it self.
as the expression is, Ephesians 4.9. In a sense to hell it self.
c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4293
From the bosom of the Father, if not into the place, into the state and the condition of the damned.
From the bosom of the Father, if not into the place, into the state and the condition of the damned.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4294
In which respect, he saith, Thou shalt not leave my soul in hell, Psal. 16.10.
In which respect, he Says, Thou shalt not leave my soul in hell, Psalm 16.10.
p-acp r-crq n1, pns31 vvz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4295
He was sent to make peace, to reconcile us to his Father, as you heard before, in Explication of the point,
He was sent to make peace, to reconcile us to his Father, as you herd before, in Explication of the point,
pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn22 vvd a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4296
and this he was to do by the blood of his Cross, as the Apostle shews us, Col. 1.20.
and this he was to do by the blood of his Cross, as the Apostle shows us, Col. 1.20.
cc d pns31 vbds pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4297
By his extream and bitter Passion, by suffering death it self, yea such a shamefull and accursed death upon the Cross, accompanied with such ingredients,
By his extreme and bitter Passion, by suffering death it self, yea such a shameful and accursed death upon the Cross, accompanied with such ingredients,
p-acp po31 j-jn cc j n1, p-acp vvg n1 pn31 n1, uh d dt j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp d n2,
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4298
as made him roar, and sweat, and faint under it.
as made him roar, and sweat, and faint under it.
c-acp vvn pno31 vvi, cc n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4299
And was it not a miracle of mercy, that Jesus Christ should yield himself to be sent on such an errand as this is? That he should willingly submit himself to be the Fathers Messenger in such a business? We need not wonder, that he whose love and kindness was so full of wonder, should be called wonderfull, Isa. 9.6.
And was it not a miracle of mercy, that jesus christ should yield himself to be sent on such an errand as this is? That he should willingly submit himself to be the Father's Messenger in such a business? We need not wonder, that he whose love and kindness was so full of wonder, should be called wonderful, Isaiah 9.6.
np1 vbds pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 np1 vmd vvi px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi px31 pc-acp vbi dt ng1 n1 p-acp d dt n1? pns12 vvb xx vvi, cst pns31 rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbds av j pp-f n1, vmd vbi vvn j, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
547
Page 147
4300
But you will say perhaps, that this indeed was rare and admirable mercy, if Jesus Christ had willingly exposed himself to this for us.
But you will say perhaps, that this indeed was rare and admirable mercy, if jesus christ had willingly exposed himself to this for us.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, cst d av vbds j cc j n1, cs np1 np1 vhd av-j vvn px31 p-acp d p-acp pno12.
(23) part (DIV2)
548
Page 147
4301
But it seems he was constrained, it was against his will. For he was afraid of it, Heb. 5.7.
But it seems he was constrained, it was against his will. For he was afraid of it, Hebrew 5.7.
p-acp pn31 vvz pns31 vbds vvn, pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1. p-acp pns31 vbds j pp-f pn31, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
548
Page 147
4302
Yea more then so, he prayed against it, Mat. 26.39. Father if it be possible, saith he, let this cup pass from me.
Yea more then so, he prayed against it, Mathew 26.39. Father if it be possible, Says he, let this cup pass from me.
uh av-dc cs av, pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, np1 crd. n1 cs pn31 vbb j, vvz pns31, vvb d n1 vvi p-acp pno11.
(23) part (DIV2)
548
Page 147
4303
To this I answer, my Beloved, that Christ must be considered in a double notion and respect, either as a private man,
To this I answer, my beloved, that christ must be considered in a double notion and respect, either as a private man,
p-acp d pns11 vvb, po11 j-vvn, cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, av-d c-acp dt j n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
549
Page 147
4304
or as a Mediator and a surety for his people.
or as a Mediator and a surety for his people.
cc p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
549
Page 147
4305
Take him as a private man who had assumed a nature to which death was an enemy, (especially so bitter and so sharp a death as he was now about to undergo) and so he justly feared it, and declined it.
Take him as a private man who had assumed a nature to which death was an enemy, (especially so bitter and so sharp a death as he was now about to undergo) and so he justly feared it, and declined it.
vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbds dt n1, (av-j av j cc av j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbds av a-acp pc-acp vvi) cc av pns31 av-j vvd pn31, cc vvd pn31.
(23) part (DIV2)
550
Page 147
4306
Take him as a publick Surety and a mercifull high-Priest, and so he willingly submitted to it.
Take him as a public Surety and a merciful high-Priest, and so he willingly submitted to it.
vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j n1, cc av pns31 av-j vvd p-acp pn31.
(23) part (DIV2)
550
Page 147
4307
And this his willingness by reason of his Office was the greater, because his will by reason of his nature, could not choose but shrink from it.
And this his willingness by reason of his Office was the greater, Because his will by reason of his nature, could not choose but shrink from it.
cc d po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds dt jc, c-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(23) part (DIV2)
550
Page 147
4308
So that here was rich mercy:
So that Here was rich mercy:
av cst av vbds j n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
551
Page 147
4577
His they were, as being done by his direction, and by his command.
His they were, as being done by his direction, and by his command.
po31 pns32 vbdr, c-acp vbg vdn p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4309
Had he done it by constraint, had he been enforced to it, there had been no such matter in it, (I confess) of admiration or thanksgiving.
Had he done it by constraint, had he been Enforced to it, there had been no such matter in it, (I confess) of admiration or thanksgiving.
vhd pns31 vdn pn31 p-acp n1, vhd pns31 vbn vvn p-acp pn31, a-acp vhd vbn dx d n1 p-acp pn31, (pns11 vvb) pp-f n1 cc n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
551
Page 147
4310
The praise had then been due to him that forced him, and not to him that was enforced.
The praise had then been due to him that forced him, and not to him that was Enforced.
dt n1 vhd av vbn j-jn p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31, cc xx p-acp pno31 cst vbds vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
551
Page 147
4311
But that he should go forth of such an errand willingly for our sakes, that he should willingly expose himself to such a death for those who were not friends but enemies, both to his Father and himself.
But that he should go forth of such an errand willingly for our sakes, that he should willingly expose himself to such a death for those who were not Friends but enemies, both to his Father and himself.
p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f d dt n1 av-j p-acp po12 n2, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi px31 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vbdr xx n2 p-acp n2, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc px31.
(23) part (DIV2)
551
Page 147
4312
This was love, as the Apostle Iohn speaks, Love in the heighth, and with a witness; love to astonishment and admiration.
This was love, as the Apostle John speaks, Love in the height, and with a witness; love to astonishment and admiration.
d vbds n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1; vvb p-acp n1 cc n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
551
Page 147
4313
Is it so, that Jesus Christ is Gods Apostle, a Messenger, &c. Then be you all entreated to receive him,
Is it so, that jesus christ is God's Apostle, a Messenger, etc. Then be you all entreated to receive him,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vbz npg1 n1, dt n1, av av vbb pn22 d vvn pc-acp vvi pno31,
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 147
4314
and to give him entertainment when he comes.
and to give him entertainment when he comes.
cc pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 147
4315
Do not reject and slight a Messenger that comes from such a one as God is;
Do not reject and slight a Messenger that comes from such a one as God is;
vdb xx vvi cc vvi dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d dt pi p-acp np1 vbz;
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 147
4316
you cannot but acknowledge that you owe so much to any one whom God sends,
you cannot but acknowledge that you owe so much to any one whom God sends,
pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi cst pn22 vvb av av-d p-acp d crd r-crq np1 vvz,
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 147
4317
as to give him fair quarter, and to shew him all the kindness that you can.
as to give him fair quarter, and to show him all the kindness that you can.
c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 d dt n1 cst pn22 vmb.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 147
4318
Indeed the carriage of the world to Jesus Christ in this respect is very shamefull and unworthy.
Indeed the carriage of the world to jesus christ in this respect is very shameful and unworthy.
np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 147
4319
The Evangelist observes it, Iohn 1.10, 11. that for the greater part he is neglected, slighted and despised on all hands.
The Evangelist observes it, John 1.10, 11. that for the greater part he is neglected, slighted and despised on all hands.
dt np1 vvz zz, np1 crd, crd d c-acp dt jc n1 pns31 vbz vvn, vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4320
He came into the world, saith he, but they refused him, they did not account him worth the looking after. He Come into the world, Says he, but they refused him, they did not account him worth the looking After.
pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31, p-acp pns32 vvd pno31, pns32 vdd xx vvi pno31 n1 dt vvg p-acp.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4321
And why so? the cause is evident, they knew him not, as it is added there in that place.
And why so? the cause is evident, they knew him not, as it is added there in that place.
cc c-crq av? dt n1 vbz j, pns32 vvd pno31 xx, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4322
But yet the Jews, a man would think, who were his own, of whom he came according to the flesh, who knew the prophesies concerning him, should have received and entertained him.
But yet the jews, a man would think, who were his own, of whom he Come according to the Flesh, who knew the prophecies Concerning him, should have received and entertained him.
p-acp av dt np2, dt n1 vmd vvi, r-crq vbdr po31 d, pp-f ro-crq pns31 vvd vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd dt n2 vvg pno31, vmd vhi vvn cc vvd pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4323
No, for the greater number of them, they were as bad, and as averse as it was possible for men to be.
No, for the greater number of them, they were as bad, and as averse as it was possible for men to be.
uh-dx, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbdr a-acp j, cc p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbds j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4324
He came unto his own, his own friends, his own kindred, his own acquaintance, his own Nation, the people of his own Countrey;
He Come unto his own, his own Friends, his own kindred, his own acquaintance, his own nation, the people of his own Country;
pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, po31 d n2, po31 d n1, po31 d n1, po31 d n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4325
but though they were his own, they would not own him, nor embrace him; He came unto his own, and his own received him not.
but though they were his own, they would not own him, nor embrace him; He Come unto his own, and his own received him not.
cc-acp cs pns32 vbdr po31 d, pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31, ccx vvi pno31; pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc po31 d vvd pno31 xx.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4326
Yea more then so, it is observed, with reference to them, that God sent his Son among them,
Yea more then so, it is observed, with Referente to them, that God sent his Son among them,
uh av-dc cs av, pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cst np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno32,
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4327
and they cast him out and slew him, Mat. 21.39. Now I beseech you, my Beloved, be not you like those men.
and they cast him out and slew him, Mathew 21.39. Now I beseech you, my beloved, be not you like those men.
cc pns32 vvd pno31 av cc vvd pno31, np1 crd. av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vbb xx pn22 vvi d n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
552
Page 148
4328
Since Jesus Christ is Gods Apostle and his Messenger, since he is sent from God to you, let him be received by you.
Since jesus christ is God's Apostle and his Messenger, since he is sent from God to you, let him be received by you.
p-acp np1 np1 vbz npg1 n1 cc po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pn22, vvb pno31 vbi vvn p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
553
Page 148
4329
When he comes to your doors, let him not stand knocking there, till his head be full of dew,
When he comes to your doors, let him not stand knocking there, till his head be full of due,
c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po22 n2, vvb pno31 xx vvi vvg a-acp, c-acp po31 n1 vbb j pp-f n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
553
Page 148
4331
No, open presently and let him in, and entertain him with such honour and respect as is agreeable and suitable to him who comes immediately from God, who is the Messenger and Embassador of the great God of heaven and earth.
No, open presently and let him in, and entertain him with such honour and respect as is agreeable and suitable to him who comes immediately from God, who is the Messenger and Ambassador of the great God of heaven and earth.
uh-dx, vvb av-j cc vvb pno31 p-acp, cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 cc n1 c-acp vbz j cc j p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz av-j p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
553
Page 148
4332
And that you may the rather be prevailed withall, I shall present you with a few considerations.
And that you may the rather be prevailed withal, I shall present you with a few considerations.
cc cst pn22 vmb dt av-c vbi vvn av, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
554
Page 148
4333
Consider Jesus Christ as he is sent forth from God, so he is sent on your business.
Consider jesus christ as he is sent forth from God, so he is sent on your business.
vvb np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp np1, av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
555
Page 148
4334
The errand which he comes about concerns you, and therefore you have cause to look after him.
The errand which he comes about concerns you, and Therefore you have cause to look After him.
dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp vvz pn22, cc av pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
555
Page 148
4335
If he were sent into the world about a matter that you had not to do withall,
If he were sent into the world about a matter that you had not to do withal,
cs pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vhd xx pc-acp vdi av,
(23) part (DIV2)
555
Page 148
4336
and that concerns you not at all, there were some colour that you should neglect him, that you should leave him to be entertained by those whose business he is come about.
and that concerns you not At all, there were Some colour that you should neglect him, that you should leave him to be entertained by those whose business he is come about.
cc d vvz pn22 xx p-acp d, pc-acp vbdr d n1 cst pn22 vmd vvi pno31, cst pn22 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d rg-crq n1 pns31 vbz vvn a-acp.
(23) part (DIV2)
555
Page 148
4337
For what have you to do with him that comes upon a message to another man? But sure the errand and the business which our Saviour comes into the world about is yours, it is but reason that he should be entertained by you.
For what have you to do with him that comes upon a message to Another man? But sure the errand and the business which our Saviour comes into the world about is yours, it is but reason that he should be entertained by you.
p-acp r-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1? p-acp av-j dt n1 cc dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbz png22, pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
555
Page 148
4338
And as the business which he comes about concerns you, so it concerns you for your good, and your advantage.
And as the business which he comes about concerns you, so it concerns you for your good, and your advantage.
cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp vvz pn22, av pn31 vvz pn22 p-acp po22 j, cc po22 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4339
It might be your business, and yet it might be but a bad business, such as you have no cause to hearken much after,
It might be your business, and yet it might be but a bad business, such as you have no cause to harken much After,
pn31 vmd vbi po22 n1, cc av pn31 vmd vbi p-acp dt j n1, d c-acp pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi d a-acp,
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4340
nor to give any welcome entertainment to him that is employed about it. It might be for your hurt, and for your ruine, and your condemnation:
nor to give any welcome entertainment to him that is employed about it. It might be for your hurt, and for your ruin, and your condemnation:
ccx pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31. pn31 vmd vbi p-acp po22 n1, cc p-acp po22 n1, cc po22 n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4341
But Jesus Christ is not sent into the world (at least he is not sent immediately and directly) upon any such errand.
But jesus christ is not sent into the world (At least he is not sent immediately and directly) upon any such errand.
cc-acp np1 np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 (p-acp ds pns31 vbz xx vvn av-j cc av-j) p-acp d d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4342
The Father disavows it, and saith, he did not send his Son into the world, to condemn the world,
The Father disavows it, and Says, he did not send his Son into the world, to condemn the world,
dt n1 vvz pn31, cc vvz, pns31 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4343
but that the world by him might be saved, John 3.17. And so doth the Son too, Iohn 12.47. I came not to judge the world, but to save the world. but that the world by him might be saved, John 3.17. And so does the Son too, John 12.47. I Come not to judge the world, but to save the world.
cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn, np1 crd. cc av vdz dt n1 av, np1 crd. pns11 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4344
So that you see Christ is the Messenger of God for good to you. He is not come to judge you and condemn you, but to save you.
So that you see christ is the Messenger of God for good to you. He is not come to judge you and condemn you, but to save you.
av cst pn22 vvb np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j p-acp pn22. pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 cc vvb pn22, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4345
He comes not with a Writ of death, but with a Pardon, and a Pardon sealed with his own blood,
He comes not with a Writ of death, but with a Pardon, and a Pardon sealed with his own blood,
pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt vvn pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 d n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4346
and therefore you have cause to bid him welcome.
and Therefore you have cause to bid him welcome.
cc av pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 148
4347
He is sent to make Peace for you, and to preach Peace to you, as I have shewed you formerly.
He is sent to make Peace for you, and to preach Peace to you, as I have showed you formerly.
pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn22, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 149
4348
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, saith our Saviour, Isaiah 61.1.The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Says our Saviour, Isaiah 61.1.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, vvz po12 n1, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 149
4349
he hath annointed me to preach good tidings to the meek, he hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, he hath anointed me to preach good tidings to the meek, he hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives,
pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt j, pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-vvn j-vvn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn,
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 149
4351
You see the errand he is sent upon is all sweetness, the message which he brings is nothing else but glad tidings of good things.
You see the errand he is sent upon is all sweetness, the message which he brings is nothing Else but glad tidings of good things.
pn22 vvb dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vbz d n1, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz vbz pix av cc-acp j n2 pp-f j n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 149
4352
And therefore let his very feet be beautifull, let his reception and his entertainment be answerable to his business.
And Therefore let his very feet be beautiful, let his reception and his entertainment be answerable to his business.
cc av vvb po31 j n2 vbb j, vvb po31 n1 cc po31 n1 vbb j p-acp po31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
556
Page 149
4353
Consider that the Father, who hath sent the Son into the world, expects he should be well received and entertained by you.
Consider that the Father, who hath sent the Son into the world, expects he should be well received and entertained by you.
vvb cst dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31 vmd vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4354
He looks for this at your hands, that you should honour his Embassador, and use him with respect for his sake.
He looks for this At your hands, that you should honour his Ambassador, and use him with respect for his sake.
pns31 vvz p-acp d p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4355
Especially since he is not his Embassador in ordinary; as he hath many such among you, every Minister is so.
Especially since he is not his Ambassador in ordinary; as he hath many such among you, every Minister is so.
av-j c-acp pns31 vbz xx po31 n1 p-acp j; c-acp pns31 vhz d d p-acp pn22, d n1 vbz av.
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4356
No, my Beloved, Jesus Christ is more then so, he is the Extraordinary Messenger and Embassador of God,
No, my beloved, jesus christ is more then so, he is the Extraordinary Messenger and Ambassador of God,
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, np1 np1 vbz av-dc cs av, pns31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1,
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4357
and therefore he will have him entertained with extraordinary honour and respect. And this is that which he suggesteth in the parable, Mat. 21.37.
and Therefore he will have him entertained with extraordinary honour and respect. And this is that which he suggests in the parable, Mathew 21.37.
cc av pns31 vmb vhi pno31 vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1. cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4358
Last of all he sent his Son, saying, they will reverence my Son. He had sent many other Messengers before,Last of all he sent his Son, saying, they will Reverence my Son. He had sent many other Messengers before,
ord pp-f d pns31 vvd po31 n1, vvg, pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1 pns31 vhd vvn d j-jn n2 a-acp,
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4359
and they despised and abused them, as you may see in that place.
and they despised and abused them, as you may see in that place.
cc pns32 vvd cc vvn pno32, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4360
But last of all he sent his Son, the greatest and the best Embassador he had to send,
But last of all he sent his Son, the greatest and the best Ambassador he had to send,
p-acp ord pp-f d pns31 vvd po31 n1, dt js cc dt js n1 pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi,
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4361
and said, though they have slighted other Messengers of mine, yet surely they will reverence my Son. Though they have abused my servants, they will not deal so with my Son, it is impossible they should be so unworthy to despise my Son. So that you see, my Brethren,
and said, though they have slighted other Messengers of mine, yet surely they will Reverence my Son. Though they have abused my Servants, they will not deal so with my Son, it is impossible they should be so unworthy to despise my Son. So that you see, my Brothers,
cc vvd, cs pns32 vhb vvn j-jn n2 pp-f png11, av av-j pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1 cs pns32 vhb vvn po11 n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi av p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2,
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4362
when God sends his Son to you, he looks he should be well received and entertained by you.
when God sends his Son to you, he looks he should be well received and entertained by you.
c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn22, pns31 vvz pns31 vmd vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
557
Page 149
4363
Consider, that if you deceive his expectation, he will take deep revenge upon you.
Consider, that if you deceive his expectation, he will take deep revenge upon you.
vvb, cst cs pn22 vvb po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi j-jn n1 p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4364
If when he hath dispatched his own Son to you, you will not give him entertainment,
If when he hath dispatched his own Son to you, you will not give him entertainment,
cs c-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 d n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb xx vvi pno31 n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4365
but shut the doors against him, as it were, and turn him off with a refusall, it will fall heavy on you in the end.
but shut the doors against him, as it were, and turn him off with a refusal, it will fallen heavy on you in the end.
cc-acp vvd dt n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4366
It is such a base affront, and high indignity to God and Christ, as he will never take from you.
It is such a base affront, and high indignity to God and christ, as he will never take from you.
pn31 vbz d dt j n1, cc j n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, c-acp pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4367
See the event of such a carriage in the close of the forecited parable, Mat. 21.41. He will miserably destroy those wicked men.
See the event of such a carriage in the close of the forecited parable, Mathew 21.41. He will miserably destroy those wicked men.
n1 dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd. pns31 vmb av-j vvi d j n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4368
Indeed the wickedness of those to whom Christ is never sent, is light and little in comparison of theirs.
Indeed the wickedness of those to whom christ is never sent, is Light and little in comparison of theirs.
av dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz av-x vvn, vbz j cc j p-acp n1 pp-f png32.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4369
He is not sent to Heathen Nations, they hear not of him any way, God hath not favoured them so far as to dispatch his Son to them, to be a Mediator between him and them.
He is not sent to Heathen nations, they hear not of him any Way, God hath not favoured them so Far as to dispatch his Son to them, to be a Mediator between him and them.
pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vvb xx pp-f pno31 d n1, np1 vhz xx vvn pno32 av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc pno32.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4370
And therefore their iniquity is comparatively small, and their Judgement will be easie.
And Therefore their iniquity is comparatively small, and their Judgement will be easy.
cc av po32 n1 vbz av-j j, cc po32 n1 vmb vbi j.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4371
But Jesus Christ is sent to you, he is the Fathers Messenger to you, and if you do not entertain him, your sin is great,
But jesus christ is sent to you, he is the Father's Messenger to you, and if you do not entertain him, your since is great,
p-acp np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1 p-acp pn22, cc cs pn22 vdb xx vvi pno31, po22 n1 vbz j,
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4372
and your damnation will be heavy: He will destroy others, but he will miserably destroy you:
and your damnation will be heavy: He will destroy Others, but he will miserably destroy you:
cc po22 n1 vmb vbi j: pns31 vmb vvi n2-jn, cc-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn22:
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4373
So that it will be easier for Tyre and Sydon, for Infidels and Heathens in the day of Judgement, then for you.
So that it will be Easier for Tyre and Sidon, for Infidels and heathens in the day of Judgement, then for you.
av cst pn31 vmb vbi jc p-acp vvb cc np1, p-acp n2 cc n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
558
Page 149
4374
Consider, if you receive this Messenger of God, and entertain him as you ought to do, he can do very much with God for you.
Consider, if you receive this Messenger of God, and entertain him as you ought to do, he can do very much with God for you.
vvb, cs pn22 vvb d n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno31 c-acp pn22 vmd pc-acp vdi, pns31 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp np1 p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
559
Page 149
4375
You are all out with God by nature, he is an enemy to you, and you are enemies to him, your souls abhor him,
You Are all out with God by nature, he is an enemy to you, and you Are enemies to him, your Souls abhor him,
pn22 vbr d av p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vbr n2 p-acp pno31, po22 n2 vvb pno31,
(23) part (DIV2)
559
Page 149
4376
and his soul abhors you, Zach. 11.8.
and his soul abhors you, Zach 11.8.
cc po31 n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
559
Page 149
4377
Now Jesus Christ is sent to make peace, to make up all the breaches and the differences between God and his people.
Now jesus christ is sent to make peace, to make up all the Breaches and the differences between God and his people.
av np1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc dt n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
559
Page 150
4378
He can make you Gods friends, yea he can make you Gods children. This was the priviledge of those that entertained him, Iohn 1.12. To as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God.
He can make you God's Friends, yea he can make you God's children. This was the privilege of those that entertained him, John 1.12. To as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the Sons of God.
pns31 vmb vvi pn22 n2 n2, uh pns31 vmb vvi pn22 n2 n2. d vbds dt n1 pp-f d cst vvd pno31, np1 crd. p-acp p-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, p-acp pno32 vvd pns31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1.
(23) part (DIV2)
559
Page 150
4379
And this shall be your priviledge, if you embrace him.
And this shall be your privilege, if you embrace him.
cc d vmb vbi po22 n1, cs pn22 vvb pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
559
Page 150
4380
And is it such a small thing in your eyes to be the children of the highest, to be the sons and daughters of the God of heaven and earth? Is it nothing to have free access to God by prayer and by supplication, to cry Abba Father to him? That whereas others live without God in the world,
And is it such a small thing in your eyes to be the children of the highest, to be the Sons and daughters of the God of heaven and earth? Is it nothing to have free access to God by prayer and by supplication, to cry Abba Father to him? That whereas Others live without God in the world,
cc vbz pn31 d dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt js, pc-acp vbi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? vbz pn31 pix p-acp vhi j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi np1 n1 p-acp pno31? cst cs n2-jn vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
560
Page 150
4381
and have no refuge in their troubles, we have a Father to betake our selves unto.
and have no refuge in their Troubles, we have a Father to betake our selves unto.
cc vhb dx n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp.
(23) part (DIV2)
560
Page 150
4382
Or is it nothing to have sure protection and defence, in such a time as this is? For can we think a Father, such a Father so powerfull,
Or is it nothing to have sure protection and defence, in such a time as this is? For can we think a Father, such a Father so powerful,
cc vbz pn31 pix p-acp vhi j n1 cc n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? p-acp vmb pns12 vvi dt n1, d dt n1 av j,
(23) part (DIV2)
560
Page 150
4383
and so mercifull, will see his children sink and perish while he is able to relieve them? Or is it nothing to have such a great inheritance prepared for us,
and so merciful, will see his children sink and perish while he is able to relieve them? Or is it nothing to have such a great inheritance prepared for us,
cc av j, vmb vvi po31 n2 vvi cc vvi cs pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32? cc vbz pn31 pix p-acp vhi d dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12,
(23) part (DIV2)
560
Page 150
4384
as God provideth for his children, that rich inheritance with Saints in light? All this we shall be sure to have,
as God Provideth for his children, that rich inheritance with Saints in Light? All this we shall be sure to have,
c-acp np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cst j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1? av-d d pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi,
(23) part (DIV2)
560
Page 150
4385
if we receive this Messenger of God.
if we receive this Messenger of God.
cs pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f np1.
(23) part (DIV2)
560
Page 150
4386
But you will ask me what I mean, when I perswade you to receive him? I will shew you in a word, there go three things to it.
But you will ask me what I mean, when I persuade you to receive him? I will show you in a word, there go three things to it.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 r-crq pns11 vvb, c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi crd n2 p-acp pn31.
(23) part (DIV2)
561
Page 150
4387
You must so receive this Messenger of God, to hearken to him.
You must so receive this Messenger of God, to harken to him.
pn22 vmb av vvi d n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
562
Page 150
4388
An Embassador you know is not received, unless the Prince or State to whom his Master sends him, give him audience.
an Ambassador you know is not received, unless the Prince or State to whom his Master sends him, give him audience.
dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz xx vvn, cs dt n1 cc n1 p-acp ro-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31, vvb pno31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
562
Page 150
4389
A Messenger is not received, unless you hear the message that he brings you. So Jesus Christ whom God hath sent, is not received unless you hear this Prophet,
A Messenger is not received, unless you hear the message that he brings you. So jesus christ whom God hath sent, is not received unless you hear this Prophet,
dt n1 vbz xx vvn, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pn22. av np1 np1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, vbz xx vvn cs pn22 vvb d n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
562
Page 150
5825
for it is not enough to the salvation of a soul, that it be chosen,
for it is not enough to the salvation of a soul, that it be chosen,
c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vbb vvn,
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
4390
unless you hear him in his Ministers, unless you hear him in his Gospel-revelations of his mind and will to you.
unless you hear him in his Ministers, unless you hear him in his Gospel revelations of his mind and will to you.
cs pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n2, cs pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc vmb p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
562
Page 150
4391
You must so receive him, to believe in him. This is indeed receiving of Christ. And therefore it is so explained, Iohn 1.12. To as many as received him, to them gave, &c. As received him!
You must so receive him, to believe in him. This is indeed receiving of christ. And Therefore it is so explained, John 1.12. To as many as received him, to them gave, etc. As received him!
pn22 vmb av vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. d vbz av vvg pp-f np1. cc av pn31 vbz av vvn, np1 crd. p-acp p-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, p-acp pno32 vvd, av p-acp vvn pno31!
(23) part (DIV2)
563
Page 150
4392
what is that? even to them that believe in his name. So that receiving, is expounded by believing;
what is that? even to them that believe in his name. So that receiving, is expounded by believing;
q-crq vbz d? av p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1. av cst vvg, vbz vvn p-acp vvg;
(23) part (DIV2)
563
Page 150
4393
as if the Holy Ghost had said, I mean not by receiving Christ, any friendly curteous entertainment that they give him, I do not mean receiving him into their houses,
as if the Holy Ghost had said, I mean not by receiving christ, any friendly courteous entertainment that they give him, I do not mean receiving him into their houses,
c-acp cs dt j n1 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb xx p-acp vvg np1, d j j n1 cst pns32 vvb pno31, pns11 vdb xx vvi vvg pno31 p-acp po32 n2,
(23) part (DIV2)
563
Page 150
4394
but I intend receiving him into their hearts by faith. And therefore by receiving, you must understand believing: So do you receive Christ.
but I intend receiving him into their hearts by faith. And Therefore by receiving, you must understand believing: So do you receive christ.
cc-acp pns11 vvb vvg pno31 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. cc av p-acp vvg, pn22 vmb vvi vvg: av vdb pn22 vvi np1.
(23) part (DIV2)
563
Page 150
4395
The only acceptable entertainment you can give him, is by faith, by believing in his name.
The only acceptable entertainment you can give him, is by faith, by believing in his name.
dt j j n1 pn22 vmb vvi pno31, vbz p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
563
Page 150
4396
The Messenger of God is ill received, unless he have the credit with us to be faithfully believed.
The Messenger of God is ill received, unless he have the credit with us to be faithfully believed.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-jn vvn, cs pns31 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
563
Page 150
4397
You must so receive him, as to obey him.
You must so receive him, as to obey him.
pn22 vmb av vvi pno31, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4398
To hearken and to yield to him, in that which he delivereth to you in the name of him that sent him.
To harken and to yield to him, in that which he Delivereth to you in the name of him that sent him.
p-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4399
You must not think to entertain this Messenger of God, as an underling to you, so as to rule him;
You must not think to entertain this Messenger of God, as an underling to you, so as to Rule him;
pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31;
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4400
no, you must be ruled by him.
no, you must be ruled by him.
uh-dx, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4401
When he delivers his Embassage to you from his Father, and tells you what his pleasure is,
When he delivers his Embassy to you from his Father, and tells you what his pleasure is,
c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pn22 r-crq po31 n1 vbz,
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4402
as soon as you hear you must obey him. There must be no room for disputation or expostulation, but obedience.
as soon as you hear you must obey him. There must be no room for disputation or expostulation, but Obedience.
c-acp av c-acp pn22 vvb pn22 vmb vvi pno31. pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4403
You must answer with the Jews, and with a better heart then they, All that the Lord commandeth we will do.
You must answer with the jews, and with a better heart then they, All that the Lord commands we will do.
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt np2, cc p-acp dt jc n1 cs pns32, d d dt n1 vvz pns12 vmb vdi.
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 150
4404
And if you thus receive this Messenger of God, it will be a blessed time that he ever came to you.
And if you thus receive this Messenger of God, it will be a blessed time that he ever Come to you.
cc cs pn22 av vvi d n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 cst pns31 av vvd p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
564
Page 151
4405
And thus we have at length dispatched two of the Arguments, with which our Saviour presses and enforceth the great petition that he makes to God the Father to be glorified by him.
And thus we have At length dispatched two of the Arguments, with which our Saviour presses and enforceth the great petition that he makes to God the Father to be glorified by him.
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd crd pp-f dt n2, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz dt j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4406
Whereof the former hath been taken from the end, why he desireth to have glory from the Father, viz. that he might be enabled to bring glory to the Father.
Whereof the former hath been taken from the end, why he Desires to have glory from the Father, viz. that he might be enabled to bring glory to the Father.
c-crq dt j vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4407
Father glorifie thy Son, that thy Son may also glorifie thee. The second hath been drawn à Congruo, from Congruity:Father Glorify thy Son, that thy Son may also Glorify thee. The second hath been drawn à Congruo, from Congruity:
n1 vvi po21 n1, cst po21 n1 vmb av vvi pno21. dt ord vhz vbn vvn fw-fr fw-la, p-acp n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4408
it was but meet and congruous that he should have glory from the Father, seeing he had power from him.
it was but meet and congruous that he should have glory from the Father, seeing he had power from him.
pn31 vbds cc-acp j cc j cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pns31 vhd n1 p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4409
As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to, &c. And this is life, &c. The third remaineth to be entred on at this time,As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he should give Eternal life to, etc. And this is life, etc. The third remains to be entered on At this time,
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp, av cc d vbz n1, av dt ord vvz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4411
Christ had glorified the Father, and therefore thinks himself worthy to have glory from the Father.
christ had glorified the Father, and Therefore thinks himself worthy to have glory from the Father.
np1 vhd vvn dt n1, cc av vvz px31 j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4412
I have glorified thee on the earth, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do: I have glorified thee on the earth, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do:
pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi:
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4413
And now O Father, glorifie me with thine own self. And here our Saviour doth these two things;And now Oh Father, Glorify me with thine own self. And Here our Saviour does these two things;
cc av uh n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 d n1. cc av po12 n1 vdz d crd n2;
(23) part (DIV2)
565
Page 151
4414
he minds the Father what himself hath done, and then reminds him what he desireth him to do.
he minds the Father what himself hath done, and then reminds him what he Desires him to do.
pns31 vvz dt n1 r-crq px31 vhz vdn, cc av vvz pno31 r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4415
First, He minds the Father what himself hath done, and that in two particulars;
First, He minds the Father what himself hath done, and that in two particulars;
ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 r-crq px31 vhz vdn, cc cst p-acp crd n2-j;
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4416
I have glorified thee on earth, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do. I have glorified thee on earth, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4417
And then reminds him hereupon, of that which he desireth him to do; And now O Father, glorifie me with thine own self.
And then reminds him hereupon, of that which he Desires him to do; And now Oh Father, Glorify me with thine own self.
cc av vvz pno31 av, pp-f d r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi; cc av uh n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4418
As he had said before in the entrance of his prayer, Father, glorifie thy Son: so that he reasons here from the desert to the reward, as he might do, though we cannot;
As he had said before in the Entrance of his prayer, Father, Glorify thy Son: so that he Reasons Here from the desert to the reward, as he might do, though we cannot;
c-acp pns31 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, vvi po21 n1: av cst pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmd vdi, cs pns12 vmbx;
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4419
for all the works of Christ were meritorious.
for all the works of christ were meritorious.
c-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr j.
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4420
This he had done for God, and therefore this he looks that God should do for him again.
This he had done for God, and Therefore this he looks that God should do for him again.
d pns31 vhd vdn p-acp np1, cc av d pns31 vvz cst np1 vmd vdi p-acp pno31 av.
(23) part (DIV2)
566
Page 151
4421
Begin we now with the first thing which our Saviour Christ had done, of which he minds the Father,
Begin we now with the First thing which our Saviour christ had done, of which he minds the Father,
vvb pns12 av p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq po12 n1 np1 vhd vdn, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
567
Page 151
4422
as an inducement to glorifie him with himself: I have glorified thee on the Earth.
as an inducement to Glorify him with himself: I have glorified thee on the Earth.
c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp px31: pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
567
Page 151
4423
To glorifie, is either really to make, or else to manifest, and to declare a person to be glorious.
To Glorify, is either really to make, or Else to manifest, and to declare a person to be glorious.
pc-acp vvi, vbz av-d av-j pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4424
Christ could not make his Father glorious, because there was no time in which he was not infinitely and compleatly so.
christ could not make his Father glorious, Because there was no time in which he was not infinitely and completely so.
np1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 j, c-acp pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds xx av-j cc av-j av.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4425
From everlasting he was absolutely glorious in himself:
From everlasting he was absolutely glorious in himself:
p-acp j pns31 vbds av-j j p-acp px31:
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4426
so that in this respect there could not be the least addition to him any way.
so that in this respect there could not be the least addition to him any Way.
av cst p-acp d n1 a-acp vmd xx vbi dt ds n1 p-acp pno31 d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4427
The meaning is, that he had manifested and declared him to be glorious: that he had shewed him in his glory to the world.
The meaning is, that he had manifested and declared him to be glorious: that he had showed him in his glory to the world.
dt n1 vbz, cst pns31 vhd vvn cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi j: cst pns31 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4428
And this is that which he expresses clearly in the following verse, saith he, I have made known thy name to the men which thou hast given me.
And this is that which he Expresses clearly in the following verse, Says he, I have made known thy name to the men which thou hast given me.
cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4429
And this he tels him he had done on earth.
And this he tells him he had done on earth.
cc d pns31 vvz pno31 pns31 vhd vdn p-acp n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4430
It was done in heaven before, the glory of the Lord was fully and immediately manifested there.
It was done in heaven before, the glory of the Lord was Fully and immediately manifested there.
pn31 vbds vdn p-acp n1 a-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av-j cc av-j vvn a-acp.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4431
And now saith Christ, it is done in earth too: I have glorified thee on earth.
And now Says christ, it is done in earth too: I have glorified thee on earth.
cc av vvz np1, pn31 vbz vdn p-acp n1 av: pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4432
And hereupon he looks his Father should glorifie him with himself in heaven, as it is added in the following words:
And hereupon he looks his Father should Glorify him with himself in heaven, as it is added in the following words:
cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp px31 p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n2:
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4433
So that the point to be observed is this.
So that the point to be observed is this.
av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 151
4434
DOCTRINE. Who ever will be glorified with God in heaven, must glorifie him first on Earth.DOCTRINE. Who ever will be glorified with God in heaven, must Glorify him First on Earth.
n1. r-crq av vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi pno31 ord p-acp n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
568
Page 152
4435
Our Saviour Christ himself you see can have it on no other terms: And therefore he desires it only upon this account:
Our Saviour christ himself you see can have it on no other terms: And Therefore he Desires it only upon this account:
po12 n1 np1 px31 pn22 vvb vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dx j-jn n2: cc av pns31 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp d n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4436
saith he to God the Father, I have glorified thee on Earth, and now O Father, glorifie me with thy self in heaven.
Says he to God the Father, I have glorified thee on Earth, and now Oh Father, Glorify me with thy self in heaven.
vvz pns31 p-acp np1 dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, cc av uh n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4437
According to his first desire in his beginning of his prayer, Father, glorifie thy Son, q. d.
According to his First desire in his beginning of his prayer, Father, Glorify thy Son, q. worser.
vvg p-acp po31 ord n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, vvi po21 n1, vvd. sy.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4438
I should not look for any glory from thee, unless I had brought glory to thee:
I should not look for any glory from thee, unless I had brought glory to thee:
pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pno21, cs pns11 vhd vvn n1 p-acp pno21:
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4439
I should be far from any expectation that thou shouldst glorifie me with thy self in heaven,
I should be Far from any expectation that thou Shouldst Glorify me with thy self in heaven,
pns11 vmd vbi av-j p-acp d n1 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4440
unless I were assured in my self, that I had glorified thee here upon the earth.
unless I were assured in my self, that I had glorified thee Here upon the earth.
cs pns11 vbdr vvn p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vhd vvn pno21 av p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4441
But seeing I have done the former, I pray thee Father, do the latter: since I have glorified thee, let me be glorified by thee.
But seeing I have done the former, I pray thee Father, do the latter: since I have glorified thee, let me be glorified by thee.
p-acp vvg pns11 vhb vdn dt j, pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vdb dt d: c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, vvb pno11 vbi vvn p-acp pno21.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4442
And as it was with Christ the Head, so it must be in some degree with all the Members.
And as it was with christ the Head, so it must be in Some degree with all the Members.
cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 dt n1, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 p-acp d dt n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4443
No glory to be had in heaven, till they have glorified God on earth.
No glory to be had in heaven, till they have glorified God on earth.
dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn np1 p-acp n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4444
Its true, they merit not the glory they receive from God, by that which they bring to God, as Christ did:
Its true, they merit not the glory they receive from God, by that which they bring to God, as christ did:
po31 j, pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vdd:
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4445
but yet the one is not to be attained without the other.
but yet the one is not to be attained without the other.
cc-acp av dt pi vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4446
They that bring God no glory in the present world, shall have no glory from him in the world to come.
They that bring God no glory in the present world, shall have no glory from him in the world to come.
pns32 cst vvb np1 dx n1 p-acp dt j n1, vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4447
The Lord indeed will render glory to every man that worketh good, and so glorifieth him;
The Lord indeed will render glory to every man that works good, and so Glorifieth him;
dt n1 av vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz j, cc av vvz pno31;
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4448
as the Apostle shews, Rom. 2.10.
as the Apostle shows, Rom. 2.10.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4449
But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, and so dishonour God in their lives and conversations, he will render nothing else but shame, and ignominy, and confusion.But unto them that Are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, and so dishonour God in their lives and conversations, he will render nothing Else but shame, and ignominy, and confusion.
cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, cc vdb xx vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvb n1, cc av n1 np1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb vvi pix av cc-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4450
They shall be raised to everlasting contempt, Dan. 12.2. and be made spectacles of shame to men and Angels.
They shall be raised to everlasting contempt, Dan. 12.2. and be made spectacles of shame to men and Angels.
pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, np1 crd. cc vbb vvn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
569
Page 152
4451
And the ground is evident, because so is the everlasting Counsel and Decree of God, which is not to be altered or reversed.
And the ground is evident, Because so is the everlasting Counsel and decree of God, which is not to be altered or reversed.
cc dt n1 vbz j, c-acp av vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4452
Those whom he chuses for himself, whom he predestinateth to be glorified with him in the world to come:
Those whom he chooses for himself, whom he Predestinateth to be glorified with him in the world to come:
d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31, ro-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi:
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4453
those he predestinateth also to bring glory to him in this present world.
those he Predestinateth also to bring glory to him in this present world.
d pns31 vvz av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4454
As he predestinateth such to the inheritance above, who is abundantly, and out of measure glorious,
As he Predestinateth such to the inheritance above, who is abundantly, and out of measure glorious,
p-acp pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1 a-acp, r-crq vbz av-j, cc av pp-f n1 j,
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4455
so he predestinates them also, that they should be to the praise of his glory, as the Apostle shews you, Eph. 1.11, 12. That he may manifest the riches of his glory in the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory:
so he predestinates them also, that they should be to the praise of his glory, as the Apostle shows you, Ephesians 1.11, 12. That he may manifest the riches of his glory in the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory:
av pns31 vvz pno32 av, cst pns32 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd, crd cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4456
so that you see, as he prepares them unto glory, as he appoints them to be glorified themselves,
so that you see, as he prepares them unto glory, as he appoints them to be glorified themselves,
av cst pn22 vvb, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn px32,
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4457
so he prepares them, and appoints them to bring glory to himself, Rom. 9.23. To shew forth the praises of him that hath called them to his Kingdom and glory: 1 Pet. 2.9. Thy people shall be all righteous, (saith the Lord of his Church) Isa. 60.21. The branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
so he prepares them, and appoints them to bring glory to himself, Rom. 9.23. To show forth the praises of him that hath called them to his Kingdom and glory: 1 Pet. 2.9. Thy people shall be all righteous, (Says the Lord of his Church) Isaiah 60.21. The branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
av pns31 vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp px31, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: crd np1 crd. po21 n1 vmb vbi d j, (vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg, dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4458
Not only that they may be glorified, but that I may be glorified too.
Not only that they may be glorified, but that I may be glorified too.
xx j cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn av.
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4459
And if this be the purpose and decree of God, will he not see it executed and fulfilled in all respects:
And if this be the purpose and Decree of God, will he not see it executed and fulfilled in all respects:
cc cs d vbb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vmb pns31 xx vvi pn31 vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2:
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4460
as well with reference to his glory, as with reference to theirs? shall his Counsel be accomplished in the one,
as well with Referente to his glory, as with Referente to theirs? shall his Counsel be accomplished in the one,
c-acp av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp png32? vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt pi,
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 152
4461
and not in the other? do you imagine that the Lord will be put off in such a fashion, that he will be disappointed of his end and of his purpose in such a business as this is? No, no, assuredly if he predestinate men, that they may be to the praise of his glory,
and not in the other? do you imagine that the Lord will be put off in such a fashion, that he will be disappointed of his end and of his purpose in such a business as this is? No, no, assuredly if he predestinate men, that they may be to the praise of his glory,
cc xx p-acp dt j-jn? vdb pn22 vvi cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1 cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? uh-dx, uh-dx, av-vvn cs pns31 vvb n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 153
4462
as well as that they may be glorified by him: to his praise, and to his glory they shall be.
as well as that they may be glorified by him: to his praise, and to his glory they shall be.
c-acp av c-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31: p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 pns32 vmb vbi.
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 153
4463
And if they be not so at all, it is apparent they are not predestinated by him,
And if they be not so At all, it is apparent they Are not predestinated by him,
cc cs pns32 vbb xx av p-acp d, pn31 vbz j pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno31,
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 153
4464
and consequently they shall have no glory from him.
and consequently they shall have no glory from him.
cc av-j pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
570
Page 153
4465
Now is it so, my Brethren, that whoever will be glorified with God in heaven, must glorifie him first on earth:
Now is it so, my Brothers, that whoever will be glorified with God in heaven, must Glorify him First on earth:
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi pno31 ord p-acp n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4466
This then may serve to shew the vanity of their conceit and apprehension, who look for glory in the world to come,
This then may serve to show the vanity of their conceit and apprehension, who look for glory in the world to come,
d av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi,
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4467
and yet they bring the Lord no glory here.
and yet they bring the Lord no glory Here.
cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 dx n1 av.
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4468
It is the miserable folly and delusion of the greater part of men, there is not one of us almost,
It is the miserable folly and delusion of the greater part of men, there is not one of us almost,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f pno12 av,
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4469
but thinks that God will glorifie him with himself hereafter. He is an extraordinary man that doth not feed himself with this fancy.
but thinks that God will Glorify him with himself hereafter. He is an extraordinary man that does not feed himself with this fancy.
cc-acp vvz cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp px31 av. pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vdz xx vvi px31 p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4470
And yet those very persons, many of them who are strong in this opinion, take no care to honour God in any of their ways,
And yet those very Persons, many of them who Are strong in this opinion, take no care to honour God in any of their ways,
cc av d j n2, d pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr j p-acp d n1, vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d pp-f po32 n2,
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4471
nor to bring him any glory:
nor to bring him any glory:
ccx pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4472
why, my beloved, how can you think now to be glorified with him? Jesus Christ, his own Son, the darling of his own bosom, could not have glory with him upon these terms.
why, my Beloved, how can you think now to be glorified with him? jesus christ, his own Son, the darling of his own bosom, could not have glory with him upon these terms.
uh-crq, po11 j-vvn, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31? np1 np1, po31 d n1, dt n-jn pp-f po31 d n1, vmd xx vhi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4473
He did not once so much as look for it.
He did not once so much as look for it.
pns31 vdd xx a-acp av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp pn31.
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4474
Had he not glorified his Father here in this world, he would not have expected that he should have glorified him with himself in heaven;
Had he not glorified his Father Here in this world, he would not have expected that he should have glorified him with himself in heaven;
vhd pns31 xx vvn po31 n1 av p-acp d n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp px31 p-acp n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4475
ye see he seeks it, and desires it only upon this account.
you see he seeks it, and Desires it only upon this account.
pn22 vvb pns31 vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31 av-j p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4476
And what now, do you think to speed better with the Father, then Jesus Christ, his own Son? do you imagine that you shall have glory from him,
And what now, do you think to speed better with the Father, then jesus christ, his own Son? do you imagine that you shall have glory from him,
cc q-crq av, vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1, cs np1 np1, po31 d n1? vdb pn22 vvi cst pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31,
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4477
though you bring no glory to him? when Christ himself did not, could not obtain it upon such terms as these are;
though you bring no glory to him? when christ himself did not, could not obtain it upon such terms as these Are;
cs pn22 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno31? c-crq np1 px31 vdd xx, vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr;
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4478
do you look in this regard to be preferred before Christ? to have the better of God himself? Ah my beloved do not gull your souls with this delusion.
do you look in this regard to be preferred before christ? to have the better of God himself? Ah my Beloved do not gull your Souls with this delusion.
vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1? pc-acp vhi dt jc pp-f np1 px31? uh po11 j-vvn vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
571
Page 153
4479
I beseech you think upon it; you, who by your lewd and vitious conversations dishonour God continually:
I beseech you think upon it; you, who by your lewd and vicious conversations dishonour God continually:
pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pn31; pn22, r-crq p-acp po22 j cc j n2 n1 np1 av-j:
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4480
you who lie in wickedness, and wallow in uncleanness, whose lives are full of nothing but prophaneness, who are conscious to your selves that God hath not a whit of glory brought him by you,
you who lie in wickedness, and wallow in uncleanness, whose lives Are full of nothing but profaneness, who Are conscious to your selves that God hath not a whit of glory brought him by you,
pn22 r-crq vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, rg-crq n2 vbr j pp-f pix cc-acp n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp po22 n2 cst np1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn22,
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4481
unless ungodliness and sin will do it: To whom a man may truly say, as the Apostle doth to some, Rom. 2.24. The name of God is blasphemed by your means:
unless ungodliness and since will do it: To whom a man may truly say, as the Apostle does to Some, Rom. 2.24. The name of God is blasphemed by your means:
cs n1 cc n1 vmb vdi pn31: p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmb av-j vvi, c-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp d, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2:
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4482
do you expect that God should glorifie you with himself in heaven, when you have done nothing else but dishonoured him on earth? believe it, he will be so far from this, that seeing he hath not been glorified by you, he will be glorified upon you.
do you expect that God should Glorify you with himself in heaven, when you have done nothing Else but dishonoured him on earth? believe it, he will be so Far from this, that seeing he hath not been glorified by you, he will be glorified upon you.
vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp px31 p-acp n1, c-crq pn22 vhb vdn pix av cc-acp vvd pno31 p-acp n1? vvb pn31, pns31 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp d, cst vvg pns31 vhz xx vbn vvn p-acp pn22, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4483
He made you for his glory, and glory he will have, either one way or another;
He made you for his glory, and glory he will have, either one Way or Another;
pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 pns31 vmb vhi, d crd n1 cc j-jn;
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4484
he will not lose a farthing by you.
he will not loose a farthing by you.
pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4485
And if he be not glorified by your holy conversation, he will be glorified in your damnation, and eternal ruine.
And if he be not glorified by your holy Conversation, he will be glorified in your damnation, and Eternal ruin.
cc cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp po22 j n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1, cc j n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4486
And all the honour that you lose him here, he will fetch it out again, and have his penny-worths upon you in the world to come.
And all the honour that you loose him Here, he will fetch it out again, and have his pennyworths upon you in the world to come.
cc d dt n1 cst pn22 vvb pno31 av, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av av, cc vhb po31 n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4487
There you must lie and burn, and there is no deliverance thence till you have paid the utmost farthing.
There you must lie and burn, and there is no deliverance thence till you have paid the utmost farthing.
a-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av c-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt j n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
572
Page 153
4488
Is it so, that whosoever will be glorified, &c. you then my Brethren, that have thoughts aspiring to the glory of the world to come,
Is it so, that whosoever will be glorified, etc. you then my Brothers, that have thoughts aspiring to the glory of the world to come,
vbz pn31 av, cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn, av pn22 av po11 n2, cst vhb n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi,
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 153
4489
and that desire to be partakers of it there, you see the course you are to take;
and that desire to be partakers of it there, you see the course you Are to take;
cc d n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f pn31 a-acp, pn22 vvb dt n1 pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi;
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 153
4490
you must make this your work and business, how you may glorifie the Lord here,
you must make this your work and business, how you may Glorify the Lord Here,
pn22 vmb vvi d po22 n1 cc n1, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av,
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 154
4491
how you may set him up, and shew him in his beauty, and his lustre to the world.
how you may Set him up, and show him in his beauty, and his lustre to the world.
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 154
4492
And though you can make no addition to him in himself, yet let this be your endeavour all your days, to bring in some accruments to his honour among men, that they may honour him the more by your means:
And though you can make no addition to him in himself, yet let this be your endeavour all your days, to bring in Some accruments to his honour among men, that they may honour him the more by your means:
cc cs pn22 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp px31, av vvb d vbi po22 n1 d po22 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31 dt av-dc p-acp po22 n2:
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 154
4493
that so when you come to die, you may bespeak him, as our Saviour doth, when he was ready to be offered up.
that so when you come to die, you may bespeak him, as our Saviour does, when he was ready to be offered up.
cst av c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmb vvi pno31, c-acp po12 n1 vdz, c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp.
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 154
4494
We have glorified thee on earth, and now O Father, glorifie us with thy self. Now there are two ways especially, in which you may bring glory to the Lord;We have glorified thee on earth, and now Oh Father, Glorify us with thy self. Now there Are two ways especially, in which you may bring glory to the Lord;
pns12 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, cc av uh n1, vvi pno12 p-acp po21 n1. av a-acp vbr crd n2 av-j, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
573
Page 154
4495
either in a way of vocal declaration, or in a way of real representation:
either in a Way of vocal declaration, or in a Way of real representation:
d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
574
Page 154
4496
And both these ways you must endeavour to bring glory to him here, if you desire to have glory from him hereafter.
And both these ways you must endeavour to bring glory to him Here, if you desire to have glory from him hereafter.
cc d d n2 pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 av, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31 av.
(23) part (DIV2)
574
Page 154
4497
First, Glorifie him in a way of vocal declaration;
First, glorify him in a Way of vocal declaration;
ord, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4498
let your tongues be the Trumpeters of his glory, while you are speaking upon all occasions, of things that tend to the advancement of the honour and the praise of God.
let your tongues be the Trumpeters of his glory, while you Are speaking upon all occasions, of things that tend to the advancement of the honour and the praise of God.
vvb po22 n2 vbb dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cs pn22 vbr vvg p-acp d n2, pp-f n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1.
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4499
Any thing that you conceive will set him up, and raise him in the thoughts of those whom you discourse withal, be sure that you insist upon it,
Any thing that you conceive will Set him up, and raise him in the thoughts of those whom you discourse withal, be sure that you insist upon it,
d n1 cst pn22 vvb vmb vvi pno31 a-acp, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d ro-crq pn22 vvb av, vbb j cst pn22 vvb p-acp pn31,
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4500
and enlarge it to the utmost;
and enlarge it to the utmost;
cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j;
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4501
let the name, and let the attributes, and let the works of God lose nothing by your means.
let the name, and let the attributes, and let the works of God loose nothing by your means.
vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n2, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb pix p-acp po22 n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4502
Glorifie him, as Christ did by manifesting and by making known his name to men, by telling what he is,
glorify him, as christ did by manifesting and by making known his name to men, by telling what he is,
vvi pno31, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp vvg cc p-acp vvg vvn po31 n1 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg r-crq pns31 vbz,
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4503
and what he doth, by setting forth his power, and mercy, and the like, that such as hear may magnifie him, and admire him.
and what he does, by setting forth his power, and mercy, and the like, that such as hear may magnify him, and admire him.
cc r-crq pns31 vdz, p-acp vvg av po31 n1, cc n1, cc dt j, cst d c-acp vvb vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31.
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4504
Study God-exalting speeches, and expressions, and discourses, and enure your tongues to them, that you may have them ready upon all occasions,
Study God-exalting Speeches, and expressions, and discourses, and enure your tongues to them, that you may have them ready upon all occasions,
n1 j n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno32, cst pn22 vmb vhi pno32 j p-acp d n2,
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4505
when there is any opportunity, for Gods honour. Secondly, Glorifie him also in a way of real representation;
when there is any opportunity, for God's honour. Secondly, glorify him also in a Way of real representation;
c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1, p-acp ng1 n1. ord, vvb pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
575
Page 154
4506
and here let him be glorified in what you are, and what you do. 1. Let God be glorified in what you are;
and Here let him be glorified in what you Are, and what you do. 1. Let God be glorified in what you Are;
cc av vvb pno31 vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr, cc r-crq pn22 vdb. crd vvb np1 vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr;
(23) part (DIV2)
576
Page 154
4507
let his glory shine upon you by reflexion, according to the Prophets Exhortation, Isa. 60.1. Arise, and shine, for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
let his glory shine upon you by reflection, according to the prophets Exhortation, Isaiah 60.1. Arise, and shine, for thy Light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
vvb po31 n1 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb, cc vvi, p-acp po21 n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4508
Be you the monuments of his praise, the emblems of his love, and of his mercy, the standing pillars on which his goodness is engraven, to be read and seen of men.
Be you the monuments of his praise, the emblems of his love, and of his mercy, the standing pillars on which his Goodness is engraven, to be read and seen of men.
vbb pn22 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1, dt j-vvg n2 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn pp-f n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4509
Do you shew forth the praises, or as we find it rendred in the margent, the vertues of him that hath called you, 1 Pet. 2.9.
Do you show forth the praises, or as we find it rendered in the margin, the Virtues of him that hath called you, 1 Pet. 2.9.
vdb pn22 vvi av dt n2, cc c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pn22, crd np1 crd.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4510
That every one that looks upon you, & observes you, may see the goodness, and the grace,
That every one that looks upon you, & observes you, may see the Goodness, and the grace,
cst d pi cst vvz p-acp pn22, cc vvz pn22, vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4511
and holiness of God in you.
and holiness of God in you.
cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4512
That they may say, if there be so much in the stream, what is there in the spring and in the fountain? If there be so much in the beam, what is there in the Sun of righteousness himself? If there be so much vertue in them that are called, what is there then in him that hath called them? This makes much for Gods praise,
That they may say, if there be so much in the stream, what is there in the spring and in the fountain? If there be so much in the beam, what is there in the Sun of righteousness himself? If there be so much virtue in them that Are called, what is there then in him that hath called them? This makes much for God's praise,
cst pns32 vmb vvi, cs pc-acp vbi av av-d p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1? cs pc-acp vbi av av-d p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 px31? cs pc-acp vbi av av-d n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn, r-crq vbz a-acp av p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn pno32? np1 vvz av-d p-acp npg1 n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4513
and so indeed in shewing forth the vertue, we shew forth the praise and the glory of him that hath called us.
and so indeed in showing forth the virtue, we show forth the praise and the glory of him that hath called us.
cc av av p-acp vvg av dt n1, pns12 vvb av dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pno12.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4514
He hath made me (saith the Church) a polished shaft, a choice, a special,He hath made me (Says the Church) a polished shaft, a choice, a special,
pns31 vhz vvn pno11 (vvz dt n1) dt j-vvn n1, dt n1, dt j,
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
6029
and not admitted to have any place among the Moral precepts of the Law of God.
and not admitted to have any place among the Moral Precepts of the Law of God.
cc xx vvn pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
4515
and a polished piece of work, and said unto me, thou art my servant, in whom I will be glorified.
and a polished piece of work, and said unto me, thou art my servant, in whom I will be glorified.
cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp pno11, pns21 vb2r po11 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vbi vvn.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4516
When God makes such curious pieces, and hangs them forth in the view of all the world, he is glorified in them.
When God makes such curious Pieces, and hangs them forth in the view of all the world, he is glorified in them.
c-crq np1 vvz d j n2, cc vvz pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32.
(23) part (DIV2)
577
Page 154
4517
2. Let God be glorified, as in what you are, so in the second place, in what you do,
2. Let God be glorified, as in what you Are, so in the second place, in what you do,
crd vvb np1 vbi vvn, c-acp p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr, av p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vdb,
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 154
4518
yea, in every thing you do. Let this be the utmost aim of all your actions.
yea, in every thing you do. Let this be the utmost aim of all your actions.
uh, p-acp d n1 pn22 vdb. vvb d vbi dt j n1 pp-f d po22 n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 154
4519
Your acts of nature, as eating, or drinking, or the like, let these be done with reference to Gods glory;
Your acts of nature, as eating, or drinking, or the like, let these be done with Referente to God's glory;
po22 n2 pp-f n1, c-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc dt j, vvb d vbi vdn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4520
as the Apostle Paul exhorts to eat and drink to the glory of God, 1 Cor. 10.31. Your civil actions, your trading, dealing, and commercing in the world, your buying, selling, giving, lending, your care and labour in your calling, let these have the same end;
as the Apostle Paul exhorts to eat and drink to the glory of God, 1 Cor. 10.31. Your civil actions, your trading, dealing, and commercing in the world, your buying, selling, giving, lending, your care and labour in your calling, let these have the same end;
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd. po22 j n2, po22 n-vvg, n-vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, po22 vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, po22 n1 cc vvi p-acp po22 n-vvg, vvb d vhb dt d n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4521
You see the rule is universal in the fore-alledged Text, whatsoever else you do. Your holy and religious duties, let those have this aspect and aim, that you may glorifie the Lord,
You see the Rule is universal in the fore-alleged Text, whatsoever Else you do. Your holy and religious duties, let those have this aspect and aim, that you may Glorify the Lord,
pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av pn22 vdb. po22 j cc j n2, vvb d vhb d n1 cc n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4522
and not your selves in them.
and not your selves in them.
cc xx po22 n2 p-acp pno32.
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4523
That when men see your good works, your frequent hearing, praying, fasting, bounty to the poor Saints, they may glorifie not you the doers of them,That when men see your good works, your frequent hearing, praying, fasting, bounty to the poor Saints, they may Glorify not you the doers of them,
cst c-crq n2 vvb po22 j n2, po22 j n-vvg, vvg, vvg, n1 p-acp dt j n2, pns32 vmb vvi xx pn22 dt n2 pp-f pno32,
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4524
but your Father which is in heaven. And in a word, (my Brethren) no action is exempt from this direction.
but your Father which is in heaven. And in a word, (my Brothers) no actium is exempt from this direction.
cc-acp po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. cc p-acp dt n1, (po11 n2) dx n1 vbz j p-acp d n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4525
And hence saith the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.11. If any speak, let him speak as the Oracles of God:
And hence Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 4.11. If any speak, let him speak as the Oracles of God:
cc av vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. cs d vvb, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1:
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4526
if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth, that God in all things may be glorified, through Jesus Christ. if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God gives, that God in all things may be glorified, through jesus christ.
cs d n1 vvi, vvb pno31 vdi pn31 a-acp pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz, cst np1 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp np1 np1.
(23) part (DIV2)
578
Page 155
4527
What then, it may be you will interpose and ask, may a man aim at nothing else but Gods glory? may he propound no other end in any thing he undertakes? may he have no respect to others, to himself? this is a hard saying, who can hear it?
What then, it may be you will interpose and ask, may a man aim At nothing Else but God's glory? may he propound no other end in any thing he undertakes? may he have no respect to Others, to himself? this is a hard saying, who can hear it?
q-crq av, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi, vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pix av cc-acp npg1 n1? vmb pns31 vvi dx j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz? vmb pns31 vhb dx n1 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp px31? d vbz dt j n-vvg, r-crq vmb vvi pn31?
(23) part (DIV2)
579
Page 155
4528
The rule (as you have heard) is universal:
The Rule (as you have herd) is universal:
dt n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vbz j:
(23) part (DIV2)
580
Page 155
4529
but that you may the better understand the meaning of it, & that your conscience may not be entangled, you must know, that other ends may be propounded in our actions, in a way either of subordination,
but that you may the better understand the meaning of it, & that your conscience may not be entangled, you must know, that other ends may be propounded in our actions, in a Way either of subordination,
cc-acp cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cst po22 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, pn22 vmb vvi, cst j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
580
Page 155
4530
or else of opposition to the glory of God. A man may aim at nothing else, no other end, in opposition to his glory:
or Else of opposition to the glory of God. A man may aim At nothing Else, no other end, in opposition to his glory:
cc av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pix av, dx j-jn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
580
Page 155
4531
all such must of necessity be laid aside. But other ends may be intended in subordination to it;
all such must of necessity be laid aside. But other ends may be intended in subordination to it;
d d vmb pp-f n1 vbb vvn av. p-acp j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31;
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4532
they may be looked upon as far as they may be subservient to this, which ought to be the ultimate, the utmost end of all our actions.
they may be looked upon as Far as they may be subservient to this, which ought to be the ultimate, the utmost end of all our actions.
pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vbi fw-fr p-acp d, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt j, dt j n1 pp-f d po12 n2.
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4533
A man in his endeavours and painful labours in his calling, may aim at the increase of his Estate:
A man in his endeavours and painful labours in his calling, may aim At the increase of his Estate:
dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc j n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4534
Not that he may be lifted up above his brethren, not that he may consume it on his Lusts,
Not that he may be lifted up above his brothers, not that he may consume it on his Lustiest,
xx cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n2, xx cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n2,
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4535
or make it fuell to maintain his pride, or his intemperance, or the like.
or make it fuel to maintain his pride, or his intemperance, or the like.
cc vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc dt j.
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4536
These may not be his ends, because they stand in opposition to the great and utmost end;
These may not be his ends, Because they stand in opposition to the great and utmost end;
np1 vmb xx vbi po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4537
but that God may be honoured, while he is not burthensom by his remissness and his negligence, (but rather hath to give to him that needeth.) And while he makes provision for his family,
but that God may be honoured, while he is not burdensome by his remissness and his negligence, (but rather hath to give to him that needs.) And while he makes provision for his family,
cc-acp cst np1 vmb vbi vvn, cs pns31 vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, (p-acp av-c vhz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvz.) cc cs pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4538
and those that have dependance on him: which he that provideth not for, is worse then an Infidel.
and those that have dependence on him: which he that Provideth not for, is Worse then an Infidel.
cc d cst vhb n1 p-acp pno31: r-crq pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp, vbz jc cs dt n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4539
Thus we must make the very duties of our callings pay tribute to the honour of our God, who keeps his servants, not as poor men do, for need;
Thus we must make the very duties of our callings pay tribute to the honour of our God, who keeps his Servants, not as poor men do, for need;
av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvz po31 n2, xx p-acp j n2 vdb, p-acp n1;
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4540
but as rich and great men do, for their magnificence, and state, and glory.
but as rich and great men do, for their magnificence, and state, and glory.
cc-acp c-acp j cc j n2 vdb, c-acp po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1.
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4541
And as the hatchet serves to make the pin, the pin to hold the timber, the timber to receive the tyle,
And as the hatchet serves to make the pin, the pin to hold the timber, the timber to receive the tile,
cc c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4542
and all refers to this supream and utmost end, to build the house:
and all refers to this supreme and utmost end, to built the house:
cc d vvz p-acp d j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1:
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4543
we may aim at divers ends, but all of them must be subservient, and helping onward to this utmost end, the glory of God.
we may aim At diverse ends, but all of them must be subservient, and helping onward to this utmost end, the glory of God.
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, cc-acp d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi fw-fr, cc vvg av p-acp d j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1.
(23) part (DIV2)
581
Page 155
4544
JOHN 17.4. I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.JOHN 17.4. I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
581
Page 156
4545
AND thus far of the first thing which our Saviour Christ had done, of which he minds his Father,
AND thus Far of the First thing which our Saviour christ had done, of which he minds his Father,
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 r-crq po12 n1 np1 vhd vdn, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
583
Page 156
4546
as an inducement to him to glorifie him with himself. I have glorified thee on earth.
as an inducement to him to Glorify him with himself. I have glorified thee on earth.
c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp px31. pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
583
Page 156
4547
The second follows now in order to be handled, which he proposes also for the very same end, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
The second follows now in order to be handled, which he proposes also for the very same end, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j d n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
584
Page 156
4548
And here I shall take notice only of these two things: First, what it was that Christ did, and then the manner how he did it.
And Here I shall take notice only of these two things: First, what it was that christ did, and then the manner how he did it.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-j pp-f d crd n2: ord, r-crq pn31 vbds cst np1 vdd, cc av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdd pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
585
Page 156
4549
First, what it was that Christ did, the work which God the Father had committed to him, which he had put into his hands, which he had given him to do.
First, what it was that christ did, the work which God the Father had committed to him, which he had put into his hands, which he had given him to do.
ord, r-crq pn31 vbds cst np1 vdd, dt n1 r-crq np1 dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
585
Page 156
4550
And then the manner how he did it, he did it absolutely and compleatly.
And then the manner how he did it, he did it absolutely and completely.
cc av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdd pn31, pns31 vdd pn31 av-j cc av-j.
(24) part (DIV2)
585
Page 156
4551
He did not enter on it and desist again, he did not give it over when he had begun;
He did not enter on it and desist again, he did not give it over when he had begun;
pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pn31 cc vvi av, pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 a-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn;
(24) part (DIV2)
585
Page 156
4552
no, he followed and pursued it, till he had brought it to perfection. I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
no, he followed and pursued it, till he had brought it to perfection. I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
uh-dx, pns31 vvd cc vvd pn31, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp n1. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
585
Page 156
4553
At this time I shall fasten on the first of these, what it was that Christ did, the work which God the Father put into his hands, which he had given him to do.
At this time I shall fasten on the First of these, what it was that christ did, the work which God the Father put into his hands, which he had given him to do.
p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f d, r-crq pn31 vbds cst np1 vdd, dt n1 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
586
Page 156
4554
To give, is sometimes nothing else but to ordain, or to appoint, or to impose a thing upon another.
To give, is sometime nothing Else but to ordain, or to appoint, or to impose a thing upon Another.
pc-acp vvi, vbz av pix av cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4555
And therefore they that have the legislative power, are said with us to give Law.
And Therefore they that have the legislative power, Are said with us to give Law.
cc av pns32 cst vhb dt j n1, vbr vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4556
That is, by their authority to enact it and impose it on those that are subjected to their power.
That is, by their Authority to enact it and impose it on those that Are subjected to their power.
cst vbz, p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4557
And to the same effect our Saviour Christ himself uses the very same expression, John 13.34. A new Commandment give I unto you:
And to the same Effect our Saviour christ himself uses the very same expression, John 13.34. A new Commandment give I unto you:
cc p-acp dt d vvi po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz dt j d n1, np1 crd. dt j n1 vvb pns11 p-acp pn22:
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4558
because he laid it on them now by his authority, as he was Mediator of the Church,
Because he laid it on them now by his Authority, as he was Mediator of the Church,
c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp pno32 av p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbds n1 pp-f dt n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4559
and so accordingly the King and Ruler of his people.
and so accordingly the King and Ruler of his people.
cc av av-vvg av n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4560
So in my Text, you see, he makes mention of the works which God had given him to do.
So in my Text, you see, he makes mention of the works which God had given him to do.
av p-acp po11 n1, pn22 vvb, pns31 vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4561
That is, which he had laid upon him, and appointed him to do.
That is, which he had laid upon him, and appointed him to do.
cst vbz, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4562
The business which he had designed him, ordained him, and enjoyned him to dispatch in this world.
The business which he had designed him, ordained him, and enjoined him to dispatch in this world.
dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31, vvd pno31, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4563
This was the work he was employed about, that which his Father ordered him to do, he did.
This was the work he was employed about, that which his Father ordered him to do, he did.
d vbds dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, cst r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi, pns31 vdd.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4564
I have finished the work, saith he, which thou gavest me to do. So that the point suggested here is this.I have finished the work, Says he, which thou Gavest me to do. So that the point suggested Here is this.
pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, vvz pns31, r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi. av cst dt n1 vvd av vbz d.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4565
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father, in the work he did in this world.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ was ordered by his Father, in the work he did in this world.
n1. cst np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vdd p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
587
Page 156
4566
The task which his Father set him, the work which his Father gave him, that he did.
The task which his Father Set him, the work which his Father gave him, that he did.
dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31, dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31, cst pns31 vdd.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 156
4567
As he was Man and Mediator, he did not do things of his own head (if I may reverently express it so) no his eye was on his Father for direction.
As he was Man and Mediator, he did not do things of his own head (if I may reverently express it so) no his eye was on his Father for direction.
p-acp pns31 vbds n1 cc n1, pns31 vdd xx vdi n2 pp-f po31 d n1 (cs pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn31 av) av-dx po31 n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 156
4568
He looked to have his Warrant and Authority for what he did. His Father gave him works before he did them.
He looked to have his Warrant and authority for what he did. His Father gave him works before he did them.
pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi po31 vvb cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd. po31 n1 vvd pno31 n2 c-acp pns31 vdd pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 156
4569
And this is that which he professes very often, that he came down from heaven, not to do his own will,
And this is that which he Professes very often, that he Come down from heaven, not to do his own will,
cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz av av, cst pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vdi po31 d n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4570
but the will of him that sent him, John 6.38. not to do his own works, but the works of him that sent him.
but the will of him that sent him, John 6.38. not to do his own works, but the works of him that sent him.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31, np1 crd. xx pc-acp vdi po31 d n2, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4571
Yea, more then so, he tells us plainly, that a necessity in this respect is laid upon him.
Yea, more then so, he tells us plainly, that a necessity in this respect is laid upon him.
uh, av-dc cs av, pns31 vvz pno12 av-j, cst dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4572
I must work the works of him that sent me, Iohn 9.4.I must work the works of him that sent me, John 9.4.
pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11, np1 crd.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4573
And hence he calls the works he did, and which he was employed about, his Fathers works, Iohn 10.37.
And hence he calls the works he did, and which he was employed about, his Father's works, John 10.37.
cc av pns31 vvz dt n2 pns31 vdd, cc r-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, po31 ng1 n2, np1 crd.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4574
And is content that all the credit which he had or looked to have among the people, should be put to this issue, If I do not my Fathers works, saith he, believe me not. So that the works he did, you see, were his Fathers, not his own.
And is content that all the credit which he had or looked to have among the people, should be put to this issue, If I do not my Father's works, Says he, believe me not. So that the works he did, you see, were his Father's, not his own.
cc vbz j cst d dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd cc vvd pc-acp vhi p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cs pns11 vdb xx po11 ng1 n2, vvz pns31, vvb pno11 xx. av cst dt n2 pns31 vdd, pn22 vvb, vbdr po31 n2, xx po31 d.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4575
No doubt they were in this respect his own, that he was the immediate agent of them.
No doubt they were in this respect his own, that he was the immediate agent of them.
dx n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp d n1 po31 d, cst pns31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4576
But in another way they were his Fathers, in that he was the orderer and disposer of them.
But in Another Way they were his Father's, in that he was the orderer and disposer of them.
p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pns32 vbdr po31 n2, p-acp cst pns31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4578
That Text is full and home to this purpose, and parallel to this which I am handling, Iohn 5.36. The works which the Father gave me, the same works I do.
That Text is full and home to this purpose, and parallel to this which I am handling, John 5.36. The works which the Father gave me, the same works I do.
cst n1 vbz j cc av-an p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp d r-crq pns11 vbm vvg, np1 crd. dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvd pno11, dt d n2 pns11 vdb.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4579
These very works and no other. So that you see, my Brethren, Jesus Christ was ordered, &c. To open this a little further, the works of Jesus Christ, as he was Man and Mediator, were principally and especially of two sorts.
These very works and no other. So that you see, my Brothers, jesus christ was ordered, etc. To open this a little further, the works of jesus christ, as he was Man and Mediator, were principally and especially of two sorts.
d j n2 cc dx n-jn. av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, np1 np1 vbds vvn, av pc-acp vvi d dt j av-jc, dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbds n1 cc n1, vbdr av-j cc av-j pp-f crd n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
588
Page 157
4580
Either of satisfaction, or of application.
Either of satisfaction, or of application.
av-d pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
590
Page 157
4581
His works of satisfaction, by which he fully and compleatly answered the Justice of his Father for the sins of all the world,
His works of satisfaction, by which he Fully and completely answered the justice of his Father for the Sins of all the world,
po31 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j cc av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
590
Page 157
4582
if you respect the Merit and the Value of these works of his.
if you respect the Merit and the Valve of these works of his.
cs pn22 vvb dt n1 cc dt vvi pp-f d n2 pp-f png31.
(24) part (DIV2)
590
Page 157
4583
His works of application, by which this satisfaction came to be applyed, and so accordingly to be effectuall to such particular and individuall men.
His works of application, by which this satisfaction Come to be applied, and so accordingly to be effectual to such particular and Individu men.
po31 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvd, cc av av-vvg pc-acp vbi j p-acp d j cc j-jn n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
590
Page 157
4584
Now in both these works of his, he was ordered by his Father, as I shall shew you briefly and in order.
Now in both these works of his, he was ordered by his Father, as I shall show you briefly and in order.
av p-acp d d n2 pp-f png31, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j cc p-acp n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
590
Page 157
4585
First he was ordered by his Father in his works of satisfaction;
First he was ordered by his Father in his works of satisfaction;
ord pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1;
(24) part (DIV2)
591
Page 157
4586
Those which he did to satisfie his Justice, and to pacifie his anger, and so accordingly to reconcile him to his people.
Those which he did to satisfy his justice, and to pacify his anger, and so accordingly to reconcile him to his people.
d r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc av av-vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
591
Page 157
4587
Now these works of satisfaction may be reduced especially to two heads: For they were either works of active, or else they were works of passive obedience.
Now these works of satisfaction may be reduced especially to two Heads: For they were either works of active, or Else they were works of passive Obedience.
av d n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp crd n2: c-acp pns32 vbdr d n2 pp-f j, cc av pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f j n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
591
Page 157
4588
And I will shew you that his Father ordered him in both these. 1. Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father in his works of active obedience.
And I will show you that his Father ordered him in both these. 1. jesus christ was ordered by his Father in his works of active Obedience.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp d d. crd np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f j n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
591
Page 157
4589
He did them by his Fathers rule, and in subjection to his Fathers Law.
He did them by his Father's Rule, and in subjection to his Father's Law.
pns31 vdd pno32 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4590
For though, if you look downwards, he gave Law to others, and therefore he is called the Law-giver; yet on the other side,
For though, if you look downwards, he gave Law to Others, and Therefore he is called the Lawgiver; yet on the other side,
p-acp cs, cs pn22 vvb av-j, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1; av p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4591
if you look upwards, he received Law from God the Father. And therefore the Apostle saith that he was NONLATINALPHABET, under the Law, Gal. 4.4. That is, as some translations read it, subject to the Law.
if you look upward, he received Law from God the Father. And Therefore the Apostle Says that he was, under the Law, Gal. 4.4. That is, as Some Translations read it, Subject to the Law.
cs pn22 vvb av-j, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1 dt n1. cc av dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vbds, p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cst vbz, c-acp d n2 vvb pn31, j-jn p-acp dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4592
Subject to the Ceremoniall Law, and therefore circumcised.
Subject to the Ceremonial Law, and Therefore circumcised.
j-jn p-acp dt j n1, cc av vvn.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4593
Subject to the Morall Law, and therefore conversant in all the works and duties of holiness to God, and of righteousness to man.
Subject to the Moral Law, and Therefore conversant in all the works and duties of holiness to God, and of righteousness to man.
j-jn p-acp dt j n1, cc av j p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc pp-f n1 p-acp n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4594
And this not only as a Man, but as a Mediator and a Surety in our stead.
And this not only as a Man, but as a Mediator and a Surety in our stead.
cc d xx av-j c-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4595
He sanctified himself, and lived holily, and consequently in obedience to the Law and will of God for our sakes.
He sanctified himself, and lived holily, and consequently in Obedience to the Law and will of God for our sakes.
pns31 vvn px31, cc vvd av-j, cc av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4596
What the Law could not do in us, it did in Christ, as the Apostle Paul intimates, Rom. 8.3. It could not make us perfectly obedient, but it made Christ so.
What the Law could not do in us, it did in christ, as the Apostle Paul intimates, Rom. 8.3. It could not make us perfectly obedient, but it made christ so.
q-crq dt n1 vmd xx vdi p-acp pno12, pn31 vdd p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. pn31 vmd xx vvi pno12 av-j j, cc-acp pn31 vvd np1 av.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4655
And at verse 27. My sheep hear my voice, and I give unto them eternal life.
And At verse 27. My sheep hear my voice, and I give unto them Eternal life.
cc p-acp n1 crd po11 n1 vvb po11 n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 j n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4597
It could not be fulfilled in us, but it was fulfilled in Christ, and by Christ, in our stead, and for our sakes.
It could not be fulfilled in us, but it was fulfilled in christ, and by christ, in our stead, and for our sakes.
pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp pno12, cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp po12 n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
592
Page 157
4598
He lived exactly by his Fathers Rule and Law in every thing;
He lived exactly by his Father's Rule and Law in every thing;
pns31 vvd av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1;
(24) part (DIV2)
593
Page 158
4599
his works were always regulated by his Fathers will, and therefore he is said to do them in his Fathers name, John 10.25. that is, by his authority, and according to his pleasure and command.
his works were always regulated by his Father's will, and Therefore he is said to do them in his Father's name, John 10.25. that is, by his Authority, and according to his pleasure and command.
po31 n2 vbdr av vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi pno32 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, np1 crd. cst vbz, p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi.
(24) part (DIV2)
593
Page 158
4600
It is my meat and drink, saith he, when he was so intent upon the business of saving the poor woman of Samaria, to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work; John 4.34. 2. Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father, as in his works of active, so in his works of passive obedience:It is my meat and drink, Says he, when he was so intent upon the business of Saving the poor woman of Samaria, to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work; John 4.34. 2. jesus christ was ordered by his Father, as in his works of active, so in his works of passive Obedience:
pn31 vbz po11 n1 cc vvi, vvz pns31, c-crq pns31 vbds av n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1; np1 crd. crd np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n2 pp-f j, av p-acp po31 n2 pp-f j n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
593
Page 158
4601
He did what he would have him do in both these.
He did what he would have him do in both these.
pns31 vdd r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno31 vdi p-acp d d.
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4602
And therefore when he was about to suffer, and when the nature which he had assumed was averse, he came at length to this Conclusion, not my will, but thine be done: Mat. 26.39. Father, if it be possible, saith he, let this cup pass from me;
And Therefore when he was about to suffer, and when the nature which he had assumed was averse, he Come At length to this Conclusion, not my will, but thine be done: Mathew 26.39. Father, if it be possible, Says he, let this cup pass from me;
cc av c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc c-crq dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn vbds j, pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, xx po11 n1, cc-acp png21 vbb vdn: np1 crd. n1, cs pn31 vbb j, vvz pns31, vvb d n1 vvi p-acp pno11;
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4603
nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt. Here it is evident, he did his Fathers will, and not his own.nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt. Here it is evident, he did his Father's will, and not his own.
av xx c-acp pns11 vmb, cc-acp c-acp pns21 vm2. av pn31 vbz j, pns31 vdd po31 n2 vmb, cc xx po31 d.
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4604
And therefore it is said, He became obedient to the death, even the death of the Cross, Phil. 2.8. To shew that he submitted to it, in obedience to the Father;
And Therefore it is said, He became obedient to the death, even the death of the Cross, Philip 2.8. To show that he submitted to it, in Obedience to the Father;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vvd j p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1;
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4605
And therefore when the Article of death was come, which was the complement of his passive obedience, he cried out, It is finished — The work which I have undertaken,
And Therefore when the Article of death was come, which was the compliment of his passive Obedience, he cried out, It is finished — The work which I have undertaken,
cc av c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, pns31 vvd av, pn31 vbz vvn — dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn,
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4606
and which the Father imposed upon me, is accomplished and dispatched. Just as he tels the Father in my Text, when he was about to suffer;
and which the Father imposed upon me, is accomplished and dispatched. Just as he tells the Father in my Text, when he was about to suffer;
cc r-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp pno11, vbz vvn cc vvn. j c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi;
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4607
I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do. In this respect is that expression of our Saviour, John 16.10. The Spirit (saith he) will convince the world of righteousness, that is, full and perfect righteousness wrought out by me for all my people.I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do. In this respect is that expression of our Saviour, John 16.10. The Spirit (Says he) will convince the world of righteousness, that is, full and perfect righteousness wrought out by me for all my people.
pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi. p-acp d n1 vbz d n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 (vvz pns31) vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz, j cc j n1 vvd av p-acp pno11 p-acp d po11 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4608
And why so? because, saith he, I go to my Father, and ye see me no more.
And why so? Because, Says he, I go to my Father, and you see me no more.
cc q-crq av? c-acp, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1, cc pn22 vvb pno11 av-dx av-dc.
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4609
If I had not performed the work of my obedience absolutely and compleatly;
If I had not performed the work of my Obedience absolutely and completely;
cs pns11 vhd xx vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 av-j cc av-j;
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4610
if I had not done enough to satisfie the justice of my Father for the sins of all my Members,
if I had not done enough to satisfy the Justice of my Father for the Sins of all my Members,
cs pns11 vhd xx vdn av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po11 n2,
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4611
and so to justifie them, and to make them fully righteous, you should be sure to see me again.
and so to justify them, and to make them Fully righteous, you should be sure to see me again.
cc av pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j j, pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno11 av.
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4612
If I had not done, and suffered all that I was appointed and designed to do before my going up to God the Father, he would be sure to send me down again among you;
If I had not done, and suffered all that I was appointed and designed to do before my going up to God the Father, he would be sure to send me down again among you;
cs pns11 vhd xx vdn, cc vvd d cst pns11 vbds vvn cc vvn pc-acp vdi p-acp po11 n-vvg a-acp p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno11 a-acp av p-acp pn22;
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4656
But how comes Christ by these sheep? why by his Fathers own gift.
But how comes christ by these sheep? why by his Father's own gift.
cc-acp q-crq vvz np1 p-acp d n1? q-crq p-acp po31 n2 d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4613
But now, because I go and stay with him; because I go to my Father, and you see me no more;
But now, Because I go and stay with him; Because I go to my Father, and you see me no more;
cc-acp av, c-acp pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31; c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1, cc pn22 vvb pno11 av-dx av-dc;
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4614
you may be confident that all is well, that I have ended all the business that my Father hath ordered me to finish and dispatch in this world.
you may be confident that all is well, that I have ended all the business that my Father hath ordered me to finish and dispatch in this world.
pn22 vmb vbi j cst d vbz av, cst pns11 vhb vvn d dt n1 cst po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
594
Page 158
4615
So that you see, my brethren, Christ was ordered by his Father in his works of satisfaction:
So that you see, my brothers, christ was ordered by his Father in his works of satisfaction:
av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
595
Page 158
4616
whether they were works of active, or whether they were works of passive obedience.
whither they were works of active, or whither they were works of passive Obedience.
cs pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f j, cc cs pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f j n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
595
Page 158
4617
Christ was ordered by his Father, as in his works of satisfaction, so in works of application:
christ was ordered by his Father, as in his works of satisfaction, so in works of application:
np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp n2 pp-f n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
596
Page 158
4618
I mean, in those works of his by which that satisfaction came to be applyed, and so accordingly to be effectual.
I mean, in those works of his by which that satisfaction Come to be applied, and so accordingly to be effectual.
pns11 vvb, p-acp d n2 pp-f png31 p-acp r-crq d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvd, cc av av-vvg pc-acp vbi j.
(24) part (DIV2)
596
Page 158
4619
Now this he doth, I mean, he makes it applicable and effectuall (for he doth all in this business) by working faith in the hearts of his people.
Now this he does, I mean, he makes it applicable and effectual (for he does all in this business) by working faith in the hearts of his people.
av d pns31 vdz, pns11 vvb, pns31 vvz pn31 j cc j (c-acp pns31 vdz d p-acp d n1) p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
596
Page 158
4620
And faith he works, First, By the outward promulgation of the Word: and Secondly, By the inward operation of the Spirit.
And faith he works, First, By the outward Promulgation of the Word: and Secondly, By the inward operation of the Spirit.
cc n1 pns31 vvz, ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: cc ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
596
Page 158
4621
In both of which, while he was conversant upon the Earth, he was ordered by his Father.
In both of which, while he was conversant upon the Earth, he was ordered by his Father.
p-acp d pp-f r-crq, cs pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
596
Page 158
4622
1. First, In his outward promulgation of the Word, or in his preaching, Jesus Christ was wholly ordered by his Father.
1. First, In his outward Promulgation of the Word, or in his preaching, jesus christ was wholly ordered by his Father.
crd ord, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp po31 vvg, np1 np1 vbds av-jn vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 158
4623
He appointed him precisely, both to whom he should preach, and what he should preach:
He appointed him precisely, both to whom he should preach, and what he should preach:
pns31 vvd pno31 av-j, av-d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi, cc r-crq pns31 vmd vvi:
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4624
First, He appointed him to whom he should preach, and that was not to the Gentiles,
First, He appointed him to whom he should preach, and that was not to the Gentiles,
ord, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi, cc cst vbds xx p-acp dt n2-j,
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4625
but to the people of the Jews only. And hence said Christ to the woman of Canaan, Mat. 15.24. I am not sent but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel:
but to the people of the jews only. And hence said christ to the woman of Canaan, Mathew 15.24. I am not sent but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel:
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 av-j. cc av vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. pns11 vbm xx vvn cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1:
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4626
As he was sent by God the Father, so he appointed him to whom he should go, and what he should say:
As he was sent by God the Father, so he appointed him to whom he should go, and what he should say:
c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, av pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi, cc r-crq pns31 vmd vvi:
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4627
He was the Fathers Messenger, the Fathers spokesman to the world, and therefore he put words into his mouth:
He was the Father's Messenger, the Father's spokesman to the world, and Therefore he put words into his Mouth:
pns31 vbds dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av pns31 vvd n2 p-acp po31 n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4628
In which respect it is, that God is said to speak unto us by the Son, Heb. 1.2.
In which respect it is, that God is said to speak unto us by the Son, Hebrew 1.2.
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cst np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4629
The Son doth not speak himself, he doth not speak his own thoughts, as he is man and Mediator,
The Son does not speak himself, he does not speak his own thoughts, as he is man and Mediator,
dt n1 vdz xx vvi px31, pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 d n2, c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4630
but God speaks to us by him.
but God speaks to us by him.
cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4631
So that he speaks his Fathers mind, he publishes his Fathers will and pleasure to the world.
So that he speaks his Father's mind, he publishes his Father's will and pleasure to the world.
av cst pns31 vvz po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vvz po31 ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4632
In which respect our Saviour saith, my doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me, John 7.16. See how the Father orders him in this business: Mat. 12.18. A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoaking flax shall he not quench, until he send forth judgement into victory.
In which respect our Saviour Says, my Doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me, John 7.16. See how the Father order him in this business: Mathew 12.18. A Bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, until he send forth judgement into victory.
p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n1 vvz, po11 n1 vbz xx png11, cc-acp po31 cst vvd pno11, np1 crd. vvb c-crq dt n1 n2 pno31 p-acp d n1: np1 crd. dt j-vvn n1 vmb pns31 xx vvi, cc j-vvg n1 vmb pns31 xx vvi, c-acp pns31 vvb av n1 p-acp n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4700
as his obedience to the Law was, for that his very Nature call'd for, but it was of humility.
as his Obedience to the Law was, for that his very Nature called for, but it was of humility.
c-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds, c-acp cst po31 j n1 vvn p-acp, cc-acp pn31 vbds pp-f n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4633
And so accordingly our Saviour tels us, that his Father had appointed him, both that he should preach, and what he should preach.
And so accordingly our Saviour tells us, that his Father had appointed him, both that he should preach, and what he should preach.
cc av av-vvg po12 n1 vvz pno12, cst po31 n1 vhd vvn pno31, d cst pns31 vmd vvi, cc r-crq pns31 vmd vvi.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4634
He hath anointed me to preach, (saith he) Isa. 61.1. to preach, what? good tydings to the meek, to proclaim liberty to the Captives, He hath anointed me to preach, (Says he) Isaiah 61.1. to preach, what? good tidings to the meek, to proclaim liberty to the Captives,
pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, (vvz pns31) np1 crd. pc-acp vvi, q-crq? j n2 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn,
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4635
and the opening of the prison to them that are bound, to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord. and the opening of the prison to them that Are bound, to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord.
cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4636
And this order of the Fathers he obeyed, and therefore it is much to be observed, that he begun his publike Ministry with this;
And this order of the Father's he obeyed, and Therefore it is much to be observed, that he begun his public Ministry with this;
cc d n1 pp-f dt n2 pns31 vvd, cc av pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vvd po31 j n1 p-acp d;
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4637
The first Sermon he preached in Nazareth, his own Country, was upon this Text, as you may see, Luke 4.18. 2. Secondly, Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father, as in that work of application of his satisfaction, which is done in the external promulgation of the Word:
The First Sermon he preached in Nazareth, his own Country, was upon this Text, as you may see, Lycia 4.18. 2. Secondly, jesus christ was ordered by his Father, as in that work of application of his satisfaction, which is done in the external Promulgation of the Word:
dt ord n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1, po31 d n1, vbds p-acp d n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, av crd. crd ord, np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
597
Page 159
4638
so in that work of application of it, which is done by the internal operation of the Spirit.
so in that work of application of it, which is done by the internal operation of the Spirit.
av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4639
He did not by his Spirit draw any to himself, nor work faith in the hearts of any, that so his satisfaction might be actually applyed to them,
He did not by his Spirit draw any to himself, nor work faith in the hearts of any, that so his satisfaction might be actually applied to them,
pns31 vdd xx p-acp po31 n1 vvi d p-acp px31, ccx vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, cst av po31 n1 vmd vbi av-j vvd p-acp pno32,
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4640
but only those that were appointed to it by his Father.
but only those that were appointed to it by his Father.
cc-acp av-j d cst vbdr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4641
Those whom his Father gave hm by Election, whom he designed him to justifie, and sanctifie,
Those whom his Father gave him by Election, whom he designed him to justify, and sanctify,
d r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, ro-crq pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi,
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4642
and save, those he saved, and no others.
and save, those he saved, and no Others.
cc vvi, d pns31 vvd, cc dx n2-jn.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4643
Our Saviour Christ as he was man, was not to choose whom he would make partakers of his satisfaction, to whom he would apply the merits of his passion:
Our Saviour christ as he was man, was not to choose whom he would make partakers of his satisfaction, to whom he would apply the merits of his passion:
po12 n1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbds n1, vbds xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd vvi n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4644
no, he must take such as his Father was contented to bestow upon him.
no, he must take such as his Father was contented to bestow upon him.
dx, pns31 vmb vvi d p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4645
That place is notable to this purpose, John 6.37, 38. All that the Father giveth me shall come to me,
That place is notable to this purpose, John 6.37, 38. All that the Father gives me shall come to me,
cst n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd d d dt n1 vvz pno11 vmb vvi p-acp pno11,
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4646
and I will raise them up, and give them everlasting life: all them, and only them.and I will raise them up, and give them everlasting life: all them, and only them.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 j n1: av-d pno32, cc av-j pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4647
And why so? For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will,
And why so? For I Come down from heaven, not to do mine own will,
cc q-crq av? c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vdi png11 d n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4648
but the will of him that sent me. but the will of him that sent me.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4649
My own will as I am man, would carry me to justifie and save a greater number.
My own will as I am man, would carry me to justify and save a greater number.
po11 d n1 c-acp pns11 vbm n1, vmd vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt jc n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4650
But in this I must be ordered, I must remember I am come to do my Fathers will,
But in this I must be ordered, I must Remember I am come to do my Father's will,
p-acp p-acp d pns11 vmb vbi vvn, pns11 vmb vvi pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vdi po11 ng1 n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4651
and not my own, and therefore I must be contented with those whom he is pleased to allot me.
and not my own, and Therefore I must be contented with those whom he is pleased to allot me.
cc xx po11 d, cc av pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno11.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4652
I am come that they might have life (saith Jesus Christ) John 10.10.I am come that they might have life (Says jesus christ) John 10.10.
pns11 vbm vvn cst pns32 vmd vhi n1 (vvz np1 np1) np1 crd.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4653
They, who? why his sheep, as he explains it both before and after, I am the do•r of the sheep,
They, who? why his sheep, as he explains it both before and After, I am the do•r of the sheep,
pns32, r-crq? q-crq po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 d a-acp cc a-acp, pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4654
and I am come, that they may have life. and I am come, that they may have life.
cc pns11 vbm vvn, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4718
then you shall reign as he doth.
then you shall Reign as he does.
cs pn22 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vdz.
(24) part (DIV2)
606
Page 162
4657
And therefore it is added in the very next words, My Father which gave them me, is greater than all.
And Therefore it is added in the very next words, My Father which gave them me, is greater than all.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt av ord n2, po11 n1 r-crq vvd pno32 pno11, vbz jc cs d.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 159
4658
So that it is as if our Saviour Christ had said, I am dispatched into the lower world, to save those whom the Father hath bestowed upon me.
So that it is as if our Saviour christ had said, I am dispatched into the lower world, to save those whom the Father hath bestowed upon me.
av cst pn31 vbz c-acp cs po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi d ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 160
4659
All them, and none but them. I must be wholly ruled by him in this business.
All them, and none but them. I must be wholly ruled by him in this business.
av-d pno32, cc pix p-acp pno32. pns11 vmb vbi av-jn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
598
Page 160
4660
By this time, I suppose, the point is fully cleared, That Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father, &c. And it was fit he should be so:
By this time, I suppose, the point is Fully cleared, That jesus christ was ordered by his Father, etc. And it was fit he should be so:
p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, cst np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, av cc pn31 vbds j pns31 vmd vbi av:
(24) part (DIV2)
599
Page 160
4661
the reasons of congruity are such as these.
the Reasons of congruity Are such as these.
dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr d c-acp d.
(24) part (DIV2)
599
Page 160
4662
As Man, he was the Fathers Creature, and therefore fit he should be ordered by the Father.
As Man, he was the Father's Creature, and Therefore fit he should be ordered by the Father.
p-acp n1, pns31 vbds dt ng1 n1, cc av j pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
600
Page 160
4663
It is but reason that the Creature should be in every thing disposed and regulated by the will of the Creator.
It is but reason that the Creature should be in every thing disposed and regulated by the will of the Creator.
pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
600
Page 160
4664
That he that gives it being, should give it Law, to guide the motions and the operations of the being.
That he that gives it being, should give it Law, to guide the motions and the operations of the being.
cst pns31 cst vvz pn31 vbg, vmd vvi pn31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
600
Page 160
4665
That he that makes it, should govern it, and rule it too.
That he that makes it, should govern it, and Rule it too.
cst pns31 cst vvz pn31, vmd vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av.
(24) part (DIV2)
600
Page 160
4666
And that it should be wholly at his pleasure and dispose, from whom it hath its esse, and its operari. And therefore seeing Jesus Christ,
And that it should be wholly At his pleasure and dispose, from whom it hath its esse, and its operari. And Therefore seeing jesus christ,
cc cst pn31 vmd vbi av-jn p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vhz po31 fw-la, cc po31 fw-la. cc av vvg np1 np1,
(24) part (DIV2)
600
Page 160
4667
if you respect his humane nature, is a Creature, it stands with reason that he should be wholly regulated and disposed according to the pleasure of his Father.
if you respect his humane nature, is a Creature, it Stands with reason that he should be wholly regulated and disposed according to the pleasure of his Father.
cs pn22 vvb po31 j n1, vbz dt n1, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi av-jn vvn cc vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
600
Page 160
4668
And as he is the Fathers Creature, so in the second place, he is the Fathers servant.
And as he is the Father's Creature, so in the second place, he is the Father's servant.
cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1, av p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4669
So that he cals him, Isa. 42.1. Behold my servant. And servants are to do their Masters will, and not their own, they are in every thing to be ordered by their Master.
So that he calls him, Isaiah 42.1. Behold my servant. And Servants Are to do their Masters will, and not their own, they Are in every thing to be ordered by their Master.
av cst pns31 vvz pno31, np1 crd. vvb po11 n1. cc n2 vbr pc-acp vdi po32 n2 vmb, cc xx po32 d, pns32 vbr p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4670
And therefore it is very notable, that God the Father having called our Saviour servant, speaketh of him so,
And Therefore it is very notable, that God the Father having called our Saviour servant, speaks of him so,
cc av pn31 vbz av j, cst np1 dt n1 vhg vvn po12 n1 n1, vvz pp-f pno31 av,
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4671
as one that would be regulated and disposed by him.
as one that would be regulated and disposed by him.
c-acp pi cst vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4672
Behold my servant, whom I uphold, he shall shew judgement to the Gentiles, he shall not strive nor cry, &c. A bruised reed he shall not break, and so on.Behold my servant, whom I uphold, he shall show judgement to the Gentiles, he shall not strive nor cry, etc. A Bruised reed he shall not break, and so on.
vvb po11 n1, ro-crq pns11 vvb, pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-j, pns31 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi, av dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi, cc av a-acp.
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4673
Thus and thus he shall do, and this he shall not do, saith God the Father:
Thus and thus he shall do, and this he shall not do, Says God the Father:
av cc av pns31 vmb vdi, cc d pns31 vmb xx vdi, vvz np1 dt n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4674
He is my servant, and I will order him at my pleasure;
He is my servant, and I will order him At my pleasure;
pns31 vbz po11 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po11 n1;
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4675
And so our Saviour Christ himself professes upon all occasions, that he will be obedient to the Father,
And so our Saviour christ himself Professes upon all occasions, that he will be obedient to the Father,
cc av po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4676
as a servant ought to be, and that he will do nothing any otherwise then he would have him.
as a servant ought to be, and that he will do nothing any otherwise then he would have him.
c-acp dt n1 vmd pc-acp vbi, cc cst pns31 vmb vdi pix d av av pns31 vmd vhi pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
601
Page 160
4677
Is it so that Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father in the work he did in this world? And first of all in the work of satisfaction? Here then we may behold,
Is it so that jesus christ was ordered by his Father in the work he did in this world? And First of all in the work of satisfaction? Here then we may behold,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vdd p-acp d n1? cc ord pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? av cs pns12 vmb vvi,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4740
This belonged not to the work which he had given him to do.
This belonged not to the work which he had given him to do.
np1 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4678
and wonder at the admirable condescention of our blessed Saviour, that being God co-equal with the Father, he should in his assumed nature stoop so low,
and wonder At the admirable condescension of our blessed Saviour, that being God coequal with the Father, he should in his assumed nature stoop so low,
cc vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, cst vbg n1 j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmd p-acp po31 vvn n1 vvi av j,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4679
and submit himself so far for our sakes.
and submit himself so Far for our sakes.
cc vvi px31 av av-j p-acp po12 n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4680
Its true my Brethren, as he was a man, he was wholly to be ordered in matter of obedience, by his Fathers will,
Its true my Brothers, as he was a man, he was wholly to be ordered in matter of Obedience, by his Father's will,
po31 j po11 n2, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, pns31 vbds av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 ng1 n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4681
so far as it was manifested in the Law, which he hath universally imposed on all mankind.
so Far as it was manifested in the Law, which he hath universally imposed on all mankind.
av av-j c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4682
And this if he assumed the nature; he was not able to avoid. But this work of satisfaction by his bloody death and passion was another thing.
And this if he assumed the nature; he was not able to avoid. But this work of satisfaction by his bloody death and passion was Another thing.
cc d cs pns31 vvn dt n1; pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vbds j-jn n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4683
It was not any way required of him by the Law of nature, nor did it lie upon him, as he was a man;
It was not any Way required of him by the Law of nature, nor did it lie upon him, as he was a man;
pn31 vbds xx d n1 vvd pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx vdd pn31 vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1;
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4684
but it was that in which he willingly submitted to be ordered by his Father for our redemption and salvation.
but it was that in which he willingly submitted to be ordered by his Father for our redemption and salvation.
cc-acp pn31 vbds d p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4685
And therefore he is said to give himself to death for us: as you may see that place for instance, Gal. 2.20. He loved us, and gave himself for us.
And Therefore he is said to give himself to death for us: as you may see that place for instance, Gal. 2.20. He loved us, and gave himself for us.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12: c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd pno12, cc vvd px31 p-acp pno12.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4686
To offer up himself, Heb. 7.27. To humble himself, and become obedient (conceive it passively obedient) to the death,
To offer up himself, Hebrew 7.27. To humble himself, and become obedient (conceive it passively obedient) to the death,
pc-acp vvi a-acp px31, np1 crd. p-acp j px31, cc vvi j (vvb pn31 av-j j) p-acp dt n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4687
yea, the death of the Cross.
yea, the death of the Cross.
uh, dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4688
So that he was not forced in this respect, you see, to obey his Fathers order.
So that he was not forced in this respect, you see, to obey his Father's order.
av cst pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp d n1, pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 160
4689
He was not humbled and made obedient, but he humbled himself, and became obedient, and that to the death.
He was not humbled and made obedient, but he humbled himself, and became obedient, and that to the death.
pns31 vbds xx vvn cc vvd j, cc-acp pns31 vvd px31, cc vvd j, cc cst p-acp dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4690
And this he clearly intimateth in that speech of his Joh. 10.18.
And this he clearly intimateth in that speech of his John 10.18.
cc d pns31 av-j vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 np1 crd.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4691
No man takes my life from me, I have power to lay it down (that is, to lay it down of choise and free election,No man Takes my life from me, I have power to lay it down (that is, to lay it down of choice and free election,
dx n1 vvz po11 n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp (cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp pp-f n1 cc j n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4692
so that I cannot be constrained to it) and I have power to take it up again.
so that I cannot be constrained to it) and I have power to take it up again.
av cst pns11 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pn31) cc pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4693
And certainly if he had power to take it up again when he had lost it,
And Certainly if he had power to take it up again when he had lost it,
cc av-j cs pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pn31,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4694
then he had much more power to keep it while he had it. And hence his death is called a sacrifice, because he voluntarily submitted to it.
then he had much more power to keep it while he had it. And hence his death is called a sacrifice, Because he voluntarily submitted to it.
cs pns31 vhd d dc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 cs pns31 vhd pn31. cc av po31 n1 vbz vvn dt n1, c-acp pns31 av-jn vvd p-acp pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4695
He gave himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God. He gave himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God.
pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pno12 dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp np1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4696
This death of his arose not out of the Condition of his Nature, neither was it inflicted on him by an excess of strength in those that brought him to it.
This death of his arose not out of the Condition of his Nature, neither was it inflicted on him by an excess of strength in those that brought him to it.
d n1 pp-f png31 vvd xx av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dx vbds pn31 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vvd pno31 p-acp pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4697
But he submitted to it in obedience to his Father, and in love to his people.
But he submitted to it in Obedience to his Father, and in love to his people.
p-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4698
Ah, my Beloved, what a miracle of mercy was there in this Condescention? That Jesus Christ should stoop in this to be ordered by his Father.
Ah, my beloved, what a miracle of mercy was there in this Condescension? That jesus christ should stoop in this to be ordered by his Father.
uh, po11 j-vvn, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds a-acp p-acp d n1? cst np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4699
His obedience to the death, the death of the Cross, was not of necessary duty,
His Obedience to the death, the death of the Cross, was not of necessary duty,
po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds xx pp-f j n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4701
He stooped below himself in this obedience, he humbled himself and became obedient.
He stooped below himself in this Obedience, he humbled himself and became obedient.
pns31 vvd a-acp px31 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd px31 cc vvd j.
(24) part (DIV2)
602
Page 161
4702
And now my Brethren should not we stoop, and should not we be humbled as Christ was? The Father ordered him to suffer for us,
And now my Brothers should not we stoop, and should not we be humbled as christ was? The Father ordered him to suffer for us,
cc av po11 n2 vmd xx pns12 vvi, cc vmd xx pns12 vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbds? dt n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12,
(24) part (DIV2)
603
Page 161
4703
and he readily and willingly obeyed that order.
and he readily and willingly obeyed that order.
cc pns31 av-j cc av-j vvd cst n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
603
Page 161
4704
Suppose he order us to suffer for our Saviour Christ again, shall we not willingly obey his order too as Christ did? Shall Christ take up his Cross for us,
Suppose he order us to suffer for our Saviour christ again, shall we not willingly obey his order too as christ did? Shall christ take up his Cross for us,
vvb pns31 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 np1 av, vmb pns12 xx av-j vvi po31 n1 av p-acp np1 vdd? vmb np1 vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12,
(24) part (DIV2)
603
Page 161
4705
and shall not we take up our Cross for him? I do not say we should draw crosses and afflictions on our selves,
and shall not we take up our Cross for him? I do not say we should draw Crosses and afflictions on our selves,
cc vmb xx pns12 vvi a-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno31? pns11 vdb xx vvi pns12 vmd vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2,
(24) part (DIV2)
603
Page 161
4706
but if they come upon us for our Saviours sake, we should not take them as imposed on us,
but if they come upon us for our Saviors sake, we should not take them as imposed on us,
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, pns12 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp vvn p-acp pno12,
(24) part (DIV2)
603
Page 161
4707
but we should set our shoulders to them, and cheerfully submit our selves to bear them.
but we should Set our shoulders to them, and cheerfully submit our selves to bear them.
cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, cc av-j vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
603
Page 161
4708
But oh the tenderness of men to suffer any thing for Christ? If crosses,
But o the tenderness of men to suffer any thing for christ? If Crosses,
cc-acp uh dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1? cs n2,
(24) part (DIV2)
604
Page 161
4709
and afflictions, and persecutions come upon them for his sake, how do they murmur and repine? Ah my Beloved, remember the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, who when he was equal to God, he humbled himself and became obedient, &c. And will you grumble at a little shame, a little trouble, a little loss of outward things for his sake? Oh my Beloved, learn at length to be ordered as Christ was.
and afflictions, and persecutions come upon them for his sake, how do they murmur and repine? Ah my beloved, Remember the grace of our Lord jesus christ, who when he was equal to God, he humbled himself and became obedient, etc. And will you grumble At a little shame, a little trouble, a little loss of outward things for his sake? O my beloved, Learn At length to be ordered as christ was.
cc n2, cc n2 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi cc vvi? uh po11 j-vvn, vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds j-jn p-acp np1, pns31 vvd px31 cc vvd j, av cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp po31 n1? uh po11 j-vvn, vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbds.
(24) part (DIV2)
604
Page 161
4710
To suffer willingly for him, who suffered willingly for you. And to make you willing to it, I shall present you but with two Considerations.
To suffer willingly for him, who suffered willingly for you. And to make you willing to it, I shall present you but with two Considerations.
p-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, r-crq vvd av-j p-acp pn22. cc pc-acp vvi pn22 j p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp p-acp crd n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
604
Page 161
4711
1. First though you should suffer much, remember yet the time of suffering is not long.
1. First though you should suffer much, Remember yet the time of suffering is not long.
crd ord cs pn22 vmd vvi d, vvb av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx j.
(24) part (DIV2)
605
Page 161
4712
The season from our Saviours Incarnation even to the final dissolution of the World, as some expound it, is but an hour,
The season from our Saviors Incarnation even to the final dissolution of the World, as Some expound it, is but an hour,
dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d vvb pn31, vbz p-acp dt n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
605
Page 161
4713
as the Apostle John calls it.
as the Apostle John calls it.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
605
Page 161
4714
And alas what are our lives, but as it were a little minute of that hour? And shall we be so facile and tender, to sink under so short a suffering? I say to you of suffering as once our Saviour Christ of watching.
And alas what Are our lives, but as it were a little minute of that hour? And shall we be so facile and tender, to sink under so short a suffering? I say to you of suffering as once our Saviour christ of watching.
cc uh q-crq vbr po12 n2, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pp-f d n1? cc vmb pns12 vbi av j cc j, pc-acp vvi p-acp av j dt n1? pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 pp-f vvg c-acp c-acp po12 n1 np1 pp-f vvg.
(24) part (DIV2)
605
Page 161
4715
Can you not suffer with him one hour? What, is your patience out so soon, will it not hold for one hour? Are you so quickly weary of so short a Cross? Oh be ashamed of such unworthy Cowardise as this is.
Can you not suffer with him one hour? What, is your patience out so soon, will it not hold for one hour? are you so quickly weary of so short a Cross? O be ashamed of such unworthy Cowardice as this is.
vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp pno31 crd n1? q-crq, vbz po22 n1 av av av, vmb pn31 xx vvi p-acp crd n1? vbr pn22 av av-j j pp-f av j dt n1? uh vbb j pp-f d j n1 c-acp d vbz.
(24) part (DIV2)
605
Page 161
4716
2. Consider, if you suffer with him (conceive it willingly and in sincerity) you shall also reign with him, 2 Tim. 2.12. There is no ordinary way to come to reign with Christ hereafter, but by suffering with him here, and by suffering willingly as he did.
2. Consider, if you suffer with him (conceive it willingly and in sincerity) you shall also Reign with him, 2 Tim. 2.12. There is no ordinary Way to come to Reign with christ hereafter, but by suffering with him Here, and by suffering willingly as he did.
crd np1, cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 (vvb pn31 av-j cc p-acp n1) pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av, cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 av, cc p-acp vvg av-j c-acp pns31 vdd.
(24) part (DIV2)
606
Page 161
4717
For if you do it of necessity, and of constraint (as the Apostle tells us in another case) you have your reward. But if you suffer willingly as he did,
For if you do it of necessity, and of constraint (as the Apostle tells us in Another case) you have your reward. But if you suffer willingly as he did,
p-acp cs pn22 vdb pn31 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp j-jn n1) pn22 vhb po22 n1. cc-acp cs pn22 vvb av-j c-acp pns31 vdd,
(24) part (DIV2)
606
Page 162
4719
And though you be not worthy, yet you shall be counted worthy of the Kingdom for which you suffer,
And though you be not worthy, yet you shall be counted worthy of the Kingdom for which you suffer,
cc cs pn22 vbb xx j, av pn22 vmb vbi vvn j pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb,
(24) part (DIV2)
606
Page 162
4720
as the Apostle Paul speaks, 2 Thes. 1.5.
as the Apostle Paul speaks, 2 Thebes 1.5.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(24) part (DIV2)
606
Page 162
4721
Is it so, that Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father as in his work of Satisfaction,
Is it so, that jesus christ was ordered by his Father as in his work of Satisfaction,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4722
so in his work of Application? Did he apply the merit and the vertue of his satisfaction to none but those to whom the Father ordered him? Let no man then find fault with Christ, that no more are saved by him;
so in his work of Application? Did he apply the merit and the virtue of his satisfaction to none but those to whom the Father ordered him? Let no man then find fault with christ, that no more Are saved by him;
av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1? vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pix cc-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvd pno31? vvb dx n1 av vvi n1 p-acp np1, cst dx av-dc vbr vvn p-acp pno31;
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4723
and that no more are made partakers of the benefit and profit of his passion.
and that no more Are made partakers of the benefit and profit of his passion.
cc cst dx av-dc vbr vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4724
Alas, my Brethren, Jesus Christ as Mediator, is not to choose to whom he will apply the satisfaction which himself hath made, no, he must follow the direction and order of his Father in this business.
Alas, my Brothers, jesus christ as Mediator, is not to choose to whom he will apply the satisfaction which himself hath made, no, he must follow the direction and order of his Father in this business.
np1, po11 n2, np1 np1 p-acp n1, vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq n1 vhz vvn, uh-dx, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4725
The work which his Father giveth him to do, that he must do, and no other.
The work which his Father gives him to do, that he must do, and no other.
dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi, cst pns31 vmb vdi, cc dx n-jn.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4726
If he bid him save a man, and apply his merits to him, he must do it.
If he bid him save a man, and apply his merits to him, he must do it.
cs pns31 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vdi pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4727
If he bid him pass him by, he must leave him in his sins, to perish and be damned for ever.
If he bid him pass him by, he must leave him in his Sins, to perish and be damned for ever.
cs pns31 vvb pno31 vvi pno31 p-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp av.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4728
I am come down from heaven, saith our Saviour, not to do my own will, but the will of him that sent me. I am come down from heaven, Says our Saviour, not to do my own will, but the will of him that sent me.
pns11 vbm vvn a-acp p-acp n1, vvz po12 n1, xx pc-acp vdi po11 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4729
And this is the Fathers will, that of all which he hath given me I should lose nothing, Joh. 6.39. I am precisely ordered to see that not a man of them perish.And this is the Father's will, that of all which he hath given me I should loose nothing, John 6.39. I am precisely ordered to see that not a man of them perish.
cc d vbz dt ng1 n1, cst pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pns11 vmd vvi pix, np1 crd. pns11 vbm av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cst xx dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvi.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4730
As for the rest they may, they must be lost for me, it is not in my power to help them.
As for the rest they may, they must be lost for me, it is not in my power to help them.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno11, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4731
All that the Father gives him he can keep and save, further then this his Commission doth not reach.
All that the Father gives him he can keep and save, further then this his Commission does not reach.
av-d d dt n1 vvz pno31 pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, av-jc cs d po31 n1 vdz xx vvi.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4732
No doubt the will of Jesus Christ, as he was Man, would have carryed him to save those whom his Father had appointed to destruction.
No doubt the will of jesus christ, as he was Man, would have carried him to save those whom his Father had appointed to destruction.
uh-dx vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbds n1, vmd vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi d r-crq po31 n1 vhd vvn p-acp n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4733
But he must stoop in this to the will of him that sent him.
But he must stoop in this to the will of him that sent him.
p-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4734
There is no question if he had been free in this regard, he would have pitched upon his own Countreymen, his own Allyes, his own Kindred before others.
There is no question if he had been free in this regard, he would have pitched upon his own Countrymen, his own Allies, his own Kindred before Others.
pc-acp vbz dx n1 cs pns31 vhd vbn j p-acp d n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp po31 d n2, po31 d n2, po31 d n1 p-acp n2-jn.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4735
But the Evangelist observes, he came to his own (among them he began his Ministry) but he did no good there, his own received him not.
But the Evangelist observes, he Come to his own (among them he began his Ministry) but he did no good there, his own received him not.
p-acp dt np1 vvz, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d (p-acp pno32 pns31 vvd po31 n1) cc-acp pns31 vdd dx j a-acp, po31 d vvd pno31 xx.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4736
And therefore you shall find it in his story, that as man he was extreamly troubled at the unbelief and hardness of the peoples hearts.
And Therefore you shall find it in his story, that as man he was extremely troubled At the unbelief and hardness of the peoples hearts.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst p-acp n1 pns31 vbds av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4737
He wept over Jerusalem with many tears.
He wept over Jerusalem with many tears.
pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4738
Why, you will say, what needed this, he might have wrought upon them, and converted them, and saved them.
Why, you will say, what needed this, he might have wrought upon them, and converted them, and saved them.
uh-crq, pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vvd d, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4739
No my Beloved, he could not do it, he had no order for it from his Father.
No my beloved, he could not do it, he had no order for it from his Father.
av-dx po11 j-vvn, pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31, pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4741
And yet as Man he pittied and lamented their condition, as we should do in such a case, he being in all things like unto us, sin only excepted.
And yet as Man he pitied and lamented their condition, as we should do in such a case, he being in all things like unto us, sin only excepted.
cc av p-acp n1 pns31 vvd cc vvd po32 n1, c-acp pns12 vmd vdi p-acp d dt n1, pns31 vbg p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp pno12, vvb av-j vvn.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4742
And certainly this pity over lost Creatures was no sin.
And Certainly this pity over lost Creatures was not since.
cc av-j d n1 p-acp j-vvn n2 vbds xx n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
607
Page 162
4743
Now this me thinks should overcome and melt the hearts of Reprobates themselves to Jesus Christ,
Now this me thinks should overcome and melt the hearts of Reprobates themselves to jesus christ,
av d pno11 vvz vmd vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn px32 p-acp np1 np1,
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 162
4744
and make them to relent towards him. Alas he pitties you, and mourns over you: his very bowels yern towards you:
and make them to relent towards him. Alas he pities you, and mourns over you: his very bowels yern towards you:
cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. np1 pns31 vvz pn22, cc vvz p-acp pn22: po31 j n2 vvb p-acp pn22:
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 162
4745
he delights not in your ruine and destruction.
he delights not in your ruin and destruction.
pns31 vvz xx p-acp po22 n1 cc n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 162
4746
No, he hath such a tender heart (though yours be hard) that it is troublesome and grievous to him.
No, he hath such a tender heart (though yours be hard) that it is troublesome and grievous to him.
uh-dx, pns31 vhz d dt j n1 (cs png22 vbb j) cst pn31 vbz j cc j p-acp pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 162
4747
But why then doth he not relieve and help us, you will say? Why he hath no order for it.
But why then does he not relieve and help us, you will say? Why he hath no order for it.
p-acp q-crq av vdz pns31 xx vvi cc vvb pno12, pn22 vmb vvi? uh-crq pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 162
4748
His Father hath appointed him to whom, and whom alone he shall apply the merits of his passion,
His Father hath appointed him to whom, and whom alone he shall apply the merits of his passion,
po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp ro-crq, cc r-crq av-j pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 162
4749
and you perhaps are none of that number.
and you perhaps Are none of that number.
cc pn22 av vbr pix pp-f d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 163
4750
So that it is not any of the business that he came into the world about to save you.
So that it is not any of the business that he Come into the world about to save you.
av cst pn31 vbz xx d pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi pn22.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 163
4751
The work of your salvation is not given him to do, and if it be not given him, he cannot do it;
The work of your salvation is not given him to do, and if it be not given him, he cannot do it;
dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vbz xx vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi, cc cs pn31 vbb xx vvn pno31, pns31 vmbx vdi pn31;
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 163
4752
so that the fault is not in Jesus Christ, if any of you perish and be lost for ever.
so that the fault is not in jesus christ, if any of you perish and be lost for ever.
av cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp np1 np1, cs d pp-f pn22 vvb cc vbi vvn p-acp av.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 163
4753
Neither is there any reason why you should be exasperated and incensed against him.
Neither is there any reason why you should be exasperated and incensed against him.
av-d vbz pc-acp d n1 c-crq pn22 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31.
(24) part (DIV2)
608
Page 163
4754
Is it so, that Jesus Christ was ordered by his Father in the work, &c. And why then should not we be ordered by him too in all the work we do in this world? Shall Jesus Christ be in subjection to the Father, more then we? Shall he be ordered by him, more then we? Shall he be at the Fathers pleasure and command in every thing,
Is it so, that jesus christ was ordered by his Father in the work, etc. And why then should not we be ordered by him too in all the work we do in this world? Shall jesus christ be in subjection to the Father, more then we? Shall he be ordered by him, more then we? Shall he be At the Father's pleasure and command in every thing,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av cc c-crq av vmd xx pns12 vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vdb p-acp d n1? vmb np1 np1 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, av-dc cs pns12? vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp pno31, av-dc cs pns12? vmb pns31 vbi p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc vvi p-acp d n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
609
Page 163
4755
and we be free? What an unreasonable and incongruous thing were this? Nay, my Beloved;
and we be free? What an unreasonable and incongruous thing were this? Nay, my beloved;
cc pns12 vbb j? q-crq dt j cc j n1 vbdr d? uh-x, po11 np1;
(24) part (DIV2)
609
Page 163
4756
should we not in imitation of our blessed Saviour stoop to God as he did? and do the work which he hath given us to do? and so walk as we have Christ for an Example? But alas,
should we not in imitation of our blessed Saviour stoop to God as he did? and do the work which he hath given us to do? and so walk as we have christ for an Exampl? But alas,
vmd pns12 xx p-acp n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 vvi p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vdd? cc vdb dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi? cc av vvb c-acp pns12 vhb np1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp uh,
(24) part (DIV2)
609
Page 163
4757
how do the greater number of us swerve from this pattern? Either we do the good,
how do the greater number of us swerve from this pattern? Either we do the good,
q-crq vdb dt jc n1 pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp d n1? av-d pns12 vdb dt j,
(24) part (DIV2)
609
Page 163
4758
or else we do the evill which God hath not given us to do, I shall speak a word to either.
or Else we do the evil which God hath not given us to do, I shall speak a word to either.
cc av pns12 vdb dt n-jn r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d.
(24) part (DIV2)
609
Page 163
4759
First some do the good which God hath not given them to do; the work is good, but it is not their work.
First Some do the good which God hath not given them to do; the work is good, but it is not their work.
ord d vdb dt j r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi; dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx po32 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4760
It is given other men, but yet it is not given them to do. The work that Ʋzziah did, was for the matter of it very good.
It is given other men, but yet it is not given them to do. The work that Ʋzziah did, was for the matter of it very good.
pn31 vbz vvn j-jn n2, cc-acp av pn31 vbz xx vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi. dt n1 cst np1 vdd, vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av j.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4783
God may order what he will, and they will do what they please.
God may order what he will, and they will do what they please.
np1 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vmb, cc pns32 vmb vdi r-crq pns32 vvb.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4761
The incense which he meant to offer was such as was prescribed in the Law, the place in which he meant to offer was the Temple, the Altar upon which he meant to offer, was consecrated to the Lord, the God to whom he went to offer was the true God.
The incense which he meant to offer was such as was prescribed in the Law, the place in which he meant to offer was the Temple, the Altar upon which he meant to offer, was consecrated to the Lord, the God to whom he went to offer was the true God.
dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 vbds d c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 vbds dt n1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 vbds dt j np1.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4762
But he was not a person qualified and fit to offer, he was not called to that service.
But he was not a person qualified and fit to offer, he was not called to that service.
p-acp pns31 vbds xx dt n1 vvn cc j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4763
This good work was not given him to do.
This good work was not given him to do.
d j n1 vbds xx vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4764
And therefore God was very angry with him, and he was stricken with a foul disease.
And Therefore God was very angry with him, and he was stricken with a foul disease.
cc av np1 vbds av j p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4765
The like we see exemplified in Saul, the error was not in the Sacrifice he offered,
The like we see exemplified in Saul, the error was not in the Sacrifice he offered,
dt av-j pns12 vvb vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 vbds xx p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd,
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4766
nor in the object of his offering, the person unto whom he offered, but only in the person that did offer;
nor in the Object of his offering, the person unto whom he offered, but only in the person that did offer;
ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vdd vvi;
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4767
The work was good, but it was not his work, he had no order for the doing of it,
The work was good, but it was not his work, he had no order for the doing of it,
dt n1 vbds j, cc-acp pn31 vbds xx po31 n1, pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31,
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4768
and therefore he was utterly ejected from the Kingdom, 1 Sam. 13.13. There are some works that belong to some callings as proper and peculiar to them.
and Therefore he was utterly ejected from the Kingdom, 1 Sam. 13.13. There Are Some works that belong to Some callings as proper and peculiar to them.
cc av pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vvb p-acp d n2 c-acp j cc j p-acp pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4769
Some works that are peculiar to the Magistrate, or else the Magistrate hath no distinct calling.
some works that Are peculiar to the Magistrate, or Else the Magistrate hath no distinct calling.
d n2 cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1 vhz dx j n-vvg.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4770
Some works that are peculiar to the Minister, or else the Minister hath no distinct calling,
some works that Are peculiar to the Minister, or Else the Minister hath no distinct calling,
d n2 cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1 vhz dx j n-vvg,
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4771
For that is no distinct calling that hath not some distinct work.
For that is no distinct calling that hath not Some distinct work.
c-acp d vbz dx j n-vvg cst vhz xx d j n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4772
Some works there are which God hath given to the Magistrate, as a Magistrate, to do.
some works there Are which God hath given to the Magistrate, as a Magistrate, to do.
d n2 pc-acp vbr r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4773
Some works there are which God hath given to the Minister, as a Minister, to do,
some works there Are which God hath given to the Minister, as a Minister, to do,
d n2 pc-acp vbr r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vdi,
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4774
and these works, they that are not called to them may not do.
and these works, they that Are not called to them may not do.
cc d n2, pns32 cst vbr xx vvn p-acp pno32 vmb xx vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4775
Or if they do, when they have ended them, they cannot say to God as Christ doth, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
Or if they do, when they have ended them, they cannot say to God as christ does, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
cc cs pns32 vdb, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pno32, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vdz, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
610
Page 163
4776
Secondly, as some do the good which God hath not given them to do, so some others do the evill which God hath given none to do.
Secondly, as Some do the good which God hath not given them to do, so Some Others do the evil which God hath given none to do.
ord, c-acp d vdb dt j r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi, av d n2-jn vdb dt n-jn r-crq np1 vhz vvn pix pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 163
4777
They do that usually which God commandeth not at all, neither comes it into his heart.
They do that usually which God commands not At all, neither comes it into his heart.
pns32 vdb cst av-j r-crq n1 vvz xx p-acp d, av-dx vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 163
4778
They look not what the Lord hath ordered them to do.
They look not what the Lord hath ordered them to do.
pns32 vvb xx r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 163
4779
Their eyes are not upon him for direction any way, but what they have themselves a mind to do, that they are imployed in.
Their eyes Are not upon him for direction any Way, but what they have themselves a mind to do, that they Are employed in.
po32 n2 vbr xx p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 d n1, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vhb px32 dt n1 pc-acp vdi, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4780
They are a rule unto themselves, and walk according to their own counsels. They follow the way of their own hearts, and the sight of their own eyes.
They Are a Rule unto themselves, and walk according to their own Counsels. They follow the Way of their own hearts, and the sighed of their own eyes.
pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp px32, cc vvb vvg p-acp po32 d n2. pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4781
They are not guided by the will of God, but by the will of man,
They Are not guided by the will of God, but by the will of man,
pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4782
and the will of the flesh, as it is called 1 Joh. 13. which stands in opposition to the will of God.
and the will of the Flesh, as it is called 1 John 13. which Stands in opposition to the will of God.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn crd np1 crd r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4784
For tell me, my Beloved, when you swear, and when you are unclean, and when you run out to all excess of riot,
For tell me, my beloved, when you swear, and when you Are unclean, and when you run out to all excess of riot,
p-acp vvb pno11, po11 j-vvn, c-crq pn22 vvb, cc c-crq pn22 vbr j, cc c-crq pn22 vvb av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4785
when you prophane the Sabbaths, and the Ordinances of the Lord, when you do things that are apparently and grosly evill, which admit of no excuse.
when you profane the Sabbaths, and the Ordinances of the Lord, when you do things that Are apparently and grossly evil, which admit of no excuse.
c-crq pn22 vvb dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn22 vdb n2 cst vbr av-j cc av-j j-jn, r-crq vvb pp-f dx n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4786
Are these the works which God hath given you to do? Can you look him in the face and tell him so? When you lie,
are these the works which God hath given you to do? Can you look him in the face and tell him so? When you lie,
vbr d dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pn22 pc-acp vdi? vmb pn22 vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31 av? c-crq pn22 vvb,
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4787
and when you cozen, and deceive, do you these things by his order? No my Beloved, no such matter:
and when you cozen, and deceive, do you these things by his order? No my beloved, no such matter:
cc c-crq pn22 vvi, cc vvi, vdb pn22 d n2 p-acp po31 n1? av-dx po11 j-vvn, dx d n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4788
This is the will of God, even your sanctification, that as he who hath called you is holy,
This is the will of God, even your sanctification, that as he who hath called you is holy,
d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, av po22 n1, cst a-acp pns31 r-crq vhz vvn pn22 vbz j,
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4789
so you should be holy in all manner of conversation. so you should be holy in all manner of Conversation.
av pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4790
And therefore while you wallow in your lusts, while you defile your selves with every sin, you do not follow Gods order, you do not walk by his rule,
And Therefore while you wallow in your Lustiest, while you defile your selves with every since, you do not follow God's order, you do not walk by his Rule,
cc av cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1, pn22 vdb xx vvi npg1 n1, pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4791
but are a rule unto your selves. I wish that such would seriously consider but these two things.
but Are a Rule unto your selves. I wish that such would seriously Consider but these two things.
cc-acp vbr dt n1 p-acp po22 n2. pns11 vvb cst d vmd av-j vvi p-acp d crd n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
611
Page 164
4792
First, It is the fearfullest and the extreamest judgement that God can bring on any man in this life, to give him so far over to himself, to neglect his order,
First, It is the fearfullest and the Extremest judgement that God can bring on any man in this life, to give him so Far over to himself, to neglect his order,
ord, pn31 vbz dt js cc dt js-jn n1 cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 av av-j a-acp p-acp px31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4793
& the direction he is pleased to give him, and to walk according to his own counsel:
& the direction he is pleased to give him, and to walk according to his own counsel:
cc dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 d n1:
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4794
who when he permits men as he did the Gentiles, Act. 10.16. to wallow in their own ways, the ways which of themselves they choose and follow.
who when he permits men as he did the Gentiles, Act. 10.16. to wallow in their own ways, the ways which of themselves they choose and follow.
r-crq c-crq pns31 vvz n2 c-acp pns31 vdd dt n2-j, n1 crd. pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, dt n2 r-crq pp-f px32 pns32 vvi cc vvi.
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4795
This is a formidable thing indeed.
This is a formidable thing indeed.
d vbz dt j n1 av.
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4796
And therefore he is wont to execute this in the close of all, as the heaviest of his judgements,
And Therefore he is wont to execute this in the close of all, as the Heaviest of his Judgments,
cc av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt j pp-f d, c-acp dt js pp-f po31 n2,
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4797
as having nothing left but this to shew the fierceness of his wrath and fury on a person, or a people.
as having nothing left but this to show the fierceness of his wrath and fury on a person, or a people.
c-acp vhg pix vvn p-acp d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4798
When he hath proved and tryed men every way, and nothing will prevail with them, this is the last, the parting blow, he gives them over to themselves,
When he hath proved and tried men every Way, and nothing will prevail with them, this is the last, the parting blow, he gives them over to themselves,
c-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc j-vvn n2 d n1, cc pix vmb vvi p-acp pno32, d vbz dt ord, dt j-vvg n1, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp px32,
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4799
and so he leaves them, And this is certainly the worst that the Almighty God can do to them.
and so he leaves them, And this is Certainly the worst that the Almighty God can do to them.
cc av pns31 vvz pno32, cc d vbz av-j dt js d dt j-jn np1 vmb vdi p-acp pno32.
(24) part (DIV2)
612
Page 164
4800
Secondly, If you will not be ordered by the Lord in one way, you shall be ordered by him in another.
Secondly, If you will not be ordered by the Lord in one Way, you shall be ordered by him in Another.
ord, cs pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4801
If you will not be ordered by the precept, you shall be ordered by the threatning.
If you will not be ordered by the precept, you shall be ordered by the threatening.
cs pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4802
If you will not do his will, his will shall certainly be done upon you.
If you will not do his will, his will shall Certainly be done upon you.
cs pn22 vmb xx vdi po31 n1, po31 n1 vmb av-j vbi vdn p-acp pn22.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4803
If you submit not here to his commanding will, you shall be forced to submit to his condemning will hereafter.
If you submit not Here to his commanding will, you shall be forced to submit to his condemning will hereafter.
cs pn22 vvb xx av p-acp po31 j-vvg n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 vvg n1 av.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4804
Here you say, you will not hear, you will not do, the Lord commands you this and that,
Here you say, you will not hear, you will not do, the Lord commands you this and that,
av pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb xx vvi, pn22 vmb xx vdi, dt n1 vvz pn22 d cc d,
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4805
but you resist and stand it out, and you will not be obedient.
but you resist and stand it out, and you will not be obedient.
cc-acp pn22 vvb cc vvi pn31 av, cc pn22 vmb xx vbi j.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4806
But tell me Brethren, are you able to out-stand the curse and vengeance of the Lord, in the last and dreadful day,
But tell me Brothers, Are you able to outstand the curse and vengeance of the Lord, in the last and dreadful day,
cc-acp vvb pno11 n2, vbr pn22 j p-acp vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt ord cc j n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4807
when he shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels? And when the Lord shall order you to go to Hell,
when he shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels? And when the Lord shall order you to go to Hell,
c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2? cc c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1,
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4808
and say, Depart you cursed into everlasting fire, will you be able to resist and to disobey that order? Will you be able to controle him,
and say, Depart you cursed into everlasting fire, will you be able to resist and to disobey that order? Will you be able to control him,
cc vvi, vvb pn22 vvn p-acp j n1, vmb pn22 vbi j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi d n1? n1 pn22 vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31,
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4809
and hinder him from executing the sentence of the Law upon you? No, no, you break the bonds and cords of God here,
and hinder him from executing the sentence of the Law upon you? No, no, you break the bonds and cords of God Here,
cc vvi pno31 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22? uh-dx, uh-dx, pn22 vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 av,
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4810
but then the Lord will bind you fast enough, in everlasting chains of darkness, break and rent them if you can.
but then the Lord will bind you fast enough, in everlasting chains of darkness, break and rend them if you can.
cc-acp av dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 av-j av-d, p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, vvb cc vvb pno32 cs pn22 vmb.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 164
4811
The haughtiness of men shall be brought low, and God alone shall be exalted in that day.
The haughtiness of men shall be brought low, and God alone shall be exalted in that day.
dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn j, cc np1 av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4812
And therefore I beseech you, my Beloved, eye the Lord in all your ways, and see what work it is that he giveth you to do.
And Therefore I beseech you, my beloved, eye the Lord in all your ways, and see what work it is that he gives you to do.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb dt n1 p-acp d po22 n2, cc vvb r-crq n1 pn31 vbz cst pns31 vvz pn22 pc-acp vdi.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4813
Be sure he give it you before you do it.
Be sure he give it you before you do it.
vbb j pns31 vvb pn31 pn22 p-acp pn22 vdb pn31.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4814
And this indeed is to be men after Gods own heart, when you do Gods will.
And this indeed is to be men After God's own heart, when you do God's will.
cc d av vbz pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n2 d n1, c-crq pn22 vdb ng1 n1.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4815
I have found David, saith the Lord, Psal. 89.20. called, Act. 13.22. A man after my own heart, who will do all my wills. I have found David, Says the Lord, Psalm 89.20. called, Act. 13.22. A man After my own heart, who will do all my wills.
pns11 vhb vvn np1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. vvd, n1 crd. dt n1 p-acp po11 d n1, r-crq vmb vdi d po11 n2.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4816
And if you thus do, God will own you in the latter day, and liberally reward you too.
And if you thus do, God will own you in the latter day, and liberally reward you too.
cc cs pn22 av vdi, np1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n1, cc av-j vvi pn22 av.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4817
After you have done the will of God, you shall receive the promise, that is, the happiness and mercy promised, Heb. 10.36. In doing of your own will, or the wills of other men, perhaps you may attain some transitory riches, pleasures, honors, poor fleeting things, which in the end will perish with you.
After you have done the will of God, you shall receive the promise, that is, the happiness and mercy promised, Hebrew 10.36. In doing of your own will, or the wills of other men, perhaps you may attain Some transitory riches, pleasures, honours, poor fleeting things, which in the end will perish with you.
p-acp pn22 vhb vdn dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 vvd, np1 crd. p-acp vdg pp-f po22 d n1, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, av pn22 vmb vvi d j n2, n2, n2, j j-vvg n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4818
But if you do the will of God, this will perpetuate and Eternize you, and make you to endure for evermore, 1 Joh. 2.17. The world passeth away, and the lusts thereof, but he that doth the will of God abideth for ever.
But if you do the will of God, this will perpetuate and Eternise you, and make you to endure for evermore, 1 John 2.17. The world passes away, and the Lustiest thereof, but he that does the will of God Abideth for ever.
p-acp cs pn22 vdb dt n1 pp-f np1, d vmb vvi cc vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp av, crd np1 crd. dt n1 vvz av, cc dt n2 av, cc-acp pns31 cst vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp av.
(24) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4819
JOHN 17.4. I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.JOHN 17.4. I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
613
Page 165
4820
AND thus far of the first Particular considered in the words, what it was that Christ did, the work which God had given him to do.
AND thus Far of the First Particular considered in the words, what it was that christ did, the work which God had given him to do.
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord j vvn p-acp dt n2, r-crq pn31 vbds cst np1 vdd, dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
615
Page 165
4821
The Second follows now in order to be handled, viz. The manner how he did it;
The Second follows now in order to be handled, viz. The manner how he did it;
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdd pn31;
(25) part (DIV2)
616
Page 165
4822
he did it absolutely and compleatly, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
he did it absolutely and completely, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
pns31 vdd pn31 av-j cc av-j, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
616
Page 165
4823
NONLATINALPHABET, I have made an end of it.
, I have made an end of it.
, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(25) part (DIV2)
617
Page 165
4824
Now a work is ended then, when it is so dispatched, that there is no remainder of it to be done.
Now a work is ended then, when it is so dispatched, that there is no remainder of it to be done.
av dt n1 vbz vvn av, c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vdn.
(25) part (DIV2)
617
Page 165
4825
When there is nothing left of it imperfect and unfinished.
When there is nothing left of it imperfect and unfinished.
c-crq a-acp vbz pix vvn pp-f pn31 j cc j.
(25) part (DIV2)
617
Page 165
4906
and to be justified and saved, the rather for their works and duties.
and to be justified and saved, the rather for their works and duties.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, dt av-c p-acp po32 n2 cc n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4827
And this is that which Jesus Christ affirmeth of himself, in relation to the work that was committed to him of his Father, saith he, I have gone through with it, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do, or I have brought it to a full end.
And this is that which jesus christ Affirmeth of himself, in Relation to the work that was committed to him of his Father, Says he, I have gone through with it, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do, or I have brought it to a full end.
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 np1 vvz pp-f px31, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi, cc pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt j n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
617
Page 165
4828
But had he so compleated it, and ended it indeed, when he put up this supplication to his Father? Was there no remainder of it to be done? Why, the great work of all was yet behind, the offering of himself upon the Cross,
But had he so completed it, and ended it indeed, when he put up this supplication to his Father? Was there no remainder of it to be done? Why, the great work of all was yet behind, the offering of himself upon the Cross,
cc-acp vhd pns31 av vvd pn31, cc vvd pn31 av, c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1? vbds a-acp dx n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vdn? uh-crq, dt j n1 pp-f d vbds av a-acp, dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
618
Page 165
4829
as an oblation and Sacrifice to God the Father. He had not yet laid down his life for his people.
as an oblation and Sacrifice to God the Father. He had not yet laid down his life for his people.
c-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 dt n1. pns31 vhd xx av vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
618
Page 165
4830
Yet this he was designed to do, his Father had appointed him to tread the Wine-press of his wrath,
Yet this he was designed to do, his Father had appointed him to tread the Winepress of his wrath,
av d pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vdi, po31 n1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
618
Page 165
4831
and to become an offering for sin. In which respect the holy Ghost affirmeth of him, that it behoved Christ to suffer.
and to become an offering for since. In which respect the holy Ghost Affirmeth of him, that it behooved christ to suffer.
cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. p-acp r-crq n1 dt j n1 vvz pp-f pno31, cst pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi.
(25) part (DIV2)
618
Page 165
4832
There was a necesse in it, because it was the Fathers pleasure that it should be so, it was the work that he had given him to do,
There was a Necessary in it, Because it was the Father's pleasure that it should be so, it was the work that he had given him to do,
pc-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pn31 vbds dt ng1 n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi av, pn31 vbds dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi,
(25) part (DIV2)
618
Page 165
4833
and how then saith our Saviour here, before his passion, and before his suffering, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
and how then Says our Saviour Here, before his passion, and before his suffering, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
cc c-crq av vvz po12 n1 av, c-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
618
Page 165
4834
To this Interpreters give various answers, according to their various apprehensions of our Saviours meaning in the words.
To this Interpreters give various answers, according to their various apprehensions of our Saviors meaning in the words.
p-acp d n2 vvb j n2, vvg p-acp po32 j n2 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4835
Some think he speaks by way of prophesie, and so makes mention of that which was indeed to come,
some think he speaks by Way of prophesy, and so makes mention of that which was indeed to come,
d vvb pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f vvb, cc av vvz n1 pp-f d r-crq vbds av pc-acp vvi,
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4836
as if it had been past already, which is a very usual thing in Scripture;
as if it had been passed already, which is a very usual thing in Scripture;
c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn av, r-crq vbz dt av j n1 p-acp n1;
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4837
In such a manner spake the holy Prophet David, as a Type or Figure of our Saviour, long before him, Psal. 22.16. They have pierced my hands and feet, my garments they have parted, and cast lots upon my vesture.
In such a manner spoke the holy Prophet David, as a Type or Figure of our Saviour, long before him, Psalm 22.16. They have pierced my hands and feet, my garments they have parted, and cast lots upon my vesture.
p-acp d dt n1 vvd dt j n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd. pns32 vhb vvn po11 n2 cc n2, po11 n2 pns32 vhb vvn, cc vvd n2 p-acp po11 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4838
They had not done it then, but it is spoken by anticipation.
They had not done it then, but it is spoken by anticipation.
pns32 vhd xx vdn pn31 av, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4839
And so our Saviour, I have finished the work which thou hast given me to do.
And so our Saviour, I have finished the work which thou hast given me to do.
cc av po12 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4840
I am about it, and I shall as certainly go through with it, as if it were already perfect and consummate.
I am about it, and I shall as Certainly go through with it, as if it were already perfect and consummate.
pns11 vbm p-acp pn31, cc pns11 vmb a-acp av-j vvi p-acp p-acp pn31, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av j cc vvi.
(25) part (DIV2)
619
Page 166
4841
Others conceive our Saviours meaning to be only this, I have finished the work, viz. in purpose and in preparation.
Others conceive our Saviors meaning to be only this, I have finished the work, viz. in purpose and in preparation.
ng2-jn vvb po12 ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi av-j d, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
620
Page 166
4842
In that I have laid the ground-work and foundation of it, I have assumed the humane nature, I have preached the Gospel freely, I have by my Reproofs and Miracles,
In that I have laid the groundwork and Foundation of it, I have assumed the humane nature, I have preached the Gospel freely, I have by my Reproofs and Miracles,
p-acp cst pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 av-j, pns11 vhb p-acp po11 n2 cc n2,
(25) part (DIV2)
620
Page 166
4843
and many other ways sufficiently exasperated and enraged the Jews to crucifie me, and so to make an end of this business.
and many other ways sufficiently exasperated and enraged the jews to crucify me, and so to make an end of this business.
cc d j-jn n2 av-j vvn cc vvn dt np2 pc-acp vvi pno11, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
620
Page 166
4928
Let us not be weary of well doing;
Let us not be weary of well doing;
vvb pno12 xx vbi j pp-f av vdg;
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4844
And consequently I have done as much as lies in me to finish it, and to bring it to perfection.
And consequently I have done as much as lies in me to finish it, and to bring it to perfection.
cc av-j pns11 vhb vdn c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
620
Page 166
4845
The plainest and most genuine Exposition, (as it shews to me) is that of Calvin, which Beza and some others after him have rested in.
The Plainest and most genuine Exposition, (as it shows to me) is that of calvin, which Beza and Some Others After him have rested in.
dt js cc av-ds j n1, (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno11) vbz d pp-f np1, r-crq np1 cc d n2-jn p-acp pno31 vhb vvn p-acp.
(25) part (DIV2)
621
Page 166
4846
And it is to this purpose, I have finished the work, that is, as if our Saviour Christ had said, I have as good as finished it.
And it is to this purpose, I have finished the work, that is, as if our Saviour christ had said, I have as good as finished it.
cc pn31 vbz pc-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cst vbz, c-acp cs po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn, pns11 vhb p-acp j c-acp vvn pn31.
(25) part (DIV2)
621
Page 166
4847
My death and passion is at hand, I am now ready to be offered up, so that my work is upon the matter ended.
My death and passion is At hand, I am now ready to be offered up, so that my work is upon the matter ended.
po11 n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp n1, pns11 vbm av j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, av cst po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvn.
(25) part (DIV2)
621
Page 166
4848
And thus because the Consummation of it was so near approaching, he minds his Father of it,
And thus Because the Consummation of it was so near approaching, he minds his Father of it,
cc av c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds av av-j vvg, pns31 vvz po31 n1 pp-f pn31,
(25) part (DIV2)
621
Page 166
4849
as a thing that was already perfectly accomplished, and fulfilled. I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
as a thing that was already perfectly accomplished, and fulfilled. I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
c-acp dt n1 cst vbds av av-j vvn, cc vvn. pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
621
Page 166
4850
Well then, my Brethren, finish it he did, you see he pleads it to his Father,
Well then, my Brothers, finish it he did, you see he pleads it to his Father,
av av, po11 n2, vvb pn31 pns31 vdd, pn22 vvb pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
622
Page 166
4851
and so accordingly the Point on which I shall insist is this.
and so accordingly the Point on which I shall insist is this.
cc av av-vvg av n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi vbz d.
(25) part (DIV2)
622
Page 166
4852
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ did not do his work by halves, but he went through with the business that was committed to him by his Father.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ did not do his work by halves, but he went through with the business that was committed to him by his Father.
n1. cst np1 np1 vdd xx vdi po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
622
Page 166
4853
He did not enter on it and desist again, he did not give it over when he had begun,
He did not enter on it and desist again, he did not give it over when he had begun,
pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pn31 cc vvi av, pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 a-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn,
(25) part (DIV2)
623
Page 166
4854
and leave it incompleat and inconsummate.
and leave it incomplete and inconsummate.
cc vvb pn31 j cc j.
(25) part (DIV2)
623
Page 166
4855
No, he followed and pursued it, till he had made an end of it, till he had brought it to perfection.
No, he followed and pursued it, till he had made an end of it, till he had brought it to perfection.
uh-dx, pns31 vvd cc vvd pn31, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
623
Page 166
4856
It is his own assertion of himself, who is the faithful and the true witness,
It is his own assertion of himself, who is the faithful and the true witness,
pn31 vbz po31 d n1 pp-f px31, r-crq vbz dt j cc dt j n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
623
Page 166
4857
and that in Prayer to his Father, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
and that in Prayer to his Father, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi.
(25) part (DIV2)
623
Page 166
4858
So that we need no other testimony to induce us to believe it.
So that we need no other testimony to induce us to believe it.
av cst pns12 vvb dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31.
(25) part (DIV2)
623
Page 166
4859
He tells us in another place, that it was his meat and drink to do the the will of him that sent him,
He tells us in Another place, that it was his meat and drink to do the the will of him that sent him,
pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp j-jn n1, cst pn31 vbds po31 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi dt dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31,
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 166
4860
and to finish his work, Joh. 4.34.and to finish his work, John 4.34.
cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd.
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 166
4861
He was about the work of the Conversion of the woman of Samaria, and many of the people of the City with her,
He was about the work of the Conversion of the woman of Samaria, and many of the people of the city with her,
pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31,
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 166
4862
and he was so intent upon it, that he would neither eat nor drink, till he had done it.
and he was so intent upon it, that he would neither eat nor drink, till he had done it.
cc pns31 vbds av n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmd av-dx vvi ccx vvi, c-acp pns31 vhd vdn pn31.
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 166
4863
And as the Father put his work into his hands, to this end, that he might go through with it,
And as the Father put his work into his hands, to this end, that he might go through with it,
cc c-acp dt n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp pn31,
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 167
4864
and dispatch it, as he himself acknowledges, John 5.36. Where he stileth it, the work which God had given him to finish, so he did accordingly.
and dispatch it, as he himself acknowledges, John 5.36. Where he styleth it, the work which God had given him to finish, so he did accordingly.
cc vvb pn31, c-acp pns31 px31 vvz, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi, av pns31 vdd av-vvg.
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 167
4865
And therefore when he came to die, he cryed out, it is finished, Iohn 19.30. The work of Gods Commission, and of Mans Redemption and Salvation is accomplisht, so that I have no more to do in this world.
And Therefore when he Come to die, he cried out, it is finished, John 19.30. The work of God's Commission, and of men Redemption and Salvation is accomplished, so that I have no more to do in this world.
cc av c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd av, pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, av cst pns11 vhb dx dc pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 167
6126
So did the blessed Virgin make a question concerning what the Angel had delivered to her, Luke 1.34.
So did the blessed Virgae make a question Concerning what the Angel had Delivered to her, Lycia 1.34.
av vdd dt j-vvn n1 vvi dt n1 vvg r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, av crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
792
Page 212
4866
In which respect perhaps is that expression, Heb. 2.10. It became him for whom are all things (that is the Father) to make the Captain of our Salvation perfect through sufferings.
In which respect perhaps is that expression, Hebrew 2.10. It became him for whom Are all things (that is the Father) to make the Captain of our Salvation perfect through sufferings.
p-acp r-crq n1 av vbz d n1, np1 crd. pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2 (cst vbz dt n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 j p-acp n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 167
4867
Perfect as a Mediator, and as a reconciler between God and Man, because when he had suffered once, his work was perfect,
Perfect as a Mediator, and as a reconciler between God and Man, Because when he had suffered once, his work was perfect,
j c-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, c-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp, po31 n1 vbds j,
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 167
4868
so that there could be nothing added to it to make it more consummate and compleat. The point is plain, &c.
so that there could be nothing added to it to make it more consummate and complete. The point is plain, etc.
av cst a-acp vmd vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc j cc j. dt n1 vbz j, av
(25) part (DIV2)
624
Page 167
4869
Yea, but it seems there was something yet behind, there was a remainder, if not of the active, at least of the passive obedience of Christ, which was a part,
Yea, but it seems there was something yet behind, there was a remainder, if not of the active, At least of the passive Obedience of christ, which was a part,
uh, cc-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vbds pi av a-acp, pc-acp vbds dt n1, cs xx pp-f dt j, p-acp ds pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
625
Page 167
4870
if not the greatest part of his work.
if not the greatest part of his work.
cs xx dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
625
Page 167
4871
Or else what is the sence of the Apostle in those words of his, Col. 1.24.
Or Else what is the sense of the Apostle in those words of his, Col. 1.24.
cc av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f png31, np1 crd.
(25) part (DIV2)
625
Page 167
4872
I now rejoyce in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions, or sufferings of Christ. All was not finished then it seems, it was not so compleatly ended, but there needed some addition.I now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions, or sufferings of christ. All was not finished then it seems, it was not so completely ended, but there needed Some addition.
pns11 av vvi p-acp po11 n2 p-acp pn22, cc vvb a-acp d r-crq vbz a-acp pp-f dt n2, cc n2 pp-f np1. d vbds xx vvn av pn31 vvz, pn31 vbds xx av av-j vvn, cc-acp a-acp vvd d n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
625
Page 167
4873
For clearing this, my Brethren, you must know there is a twofold passion of Christ, the one in his proper and natural, the other in his mystical Body.
For clearing this, my Brothers, you must know there is a twofold passion of christ, the one in his proper and natural, the other in his mystical Body.
p-acp vvg d, po11 n2, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt pi p-acp po31 j cc j, dt j-jn p-acp po31 j n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
626
Page 167
4874
The one in his own flesh, the other in the flesh of his members. The one for the Redemption and the Reconciliation;
The one in his own Flesh, the other in the Flesh of his members. The one for the Redemption and the Reconciliation;
dt crd p-acp po31 d n1, dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. dt crd p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1;
(25) part (DIV2)
626
Page 167
4875
the other for the Edification and Confirmation of the Church.
the other for the Edification and Confirmation of the Church.
dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
626
Page 167
4876
The first sort of sufferings may be stiled NONLATINALPHABET the former afflictions of Christ indured in his own flesh, of which we have read at the 22. ver.
The First sort of sufferings may be styled the former afflictions of christ endured in his own Flesh, of which we have read At the 22. ver.
dt ord n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp po31 d n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt crd fw-la.
(25) part (DIV2)
627
Page 167
4877
You hath he reconciled through death in the body of his flesh. You hath he reconciled through death in the body of his Flesh.
pn22 vhz pns31 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
627
Page 167
4878
The latter sort are called NONLATINALPHABET, the after afflictions of Christ, endured in the flesh of his members, in the verse now cited.
The latter sort Are called, the After afflictions of christ, endured in the Flesh of his members, in the verse now cited.
dt d n1 vbr vvn, dt p-acp n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 av vvn.
(25) part (DIV2)
627
Page 167
4879
I fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh. I fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of christ in my Flesh.
pns11 vvb a-acp d r-crq vbz a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
627
Page 167
4880
Now, my Beloved, there is nothing behind of that first sort of sufferings of Christ, endured in his own flesh,
Now, my beloved, there is nothing behind of that First sort of sufferings of christ, endured in his own Flesh,
av, po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pp-f cst ord n1 pp-f n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp po31 d n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
628
Page 167
4881
for the Redemption of the Church. There is nothing wanting to them, there is no such indigency or failing in them,
for the Redemption of the Church. There is nothing wanting to them, there is no such indigency or failing in them,
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pc-acp vbz pix vvg p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 cc vvg p-acp pno32,
(25) part (DIV2)
628
Page 167
4882
as to need a supplement or a supply by the after afflictions of Martyrs or Saints.
as to need a supplement or a supply by the After afflictions of Martyrs or Saints.
c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt a-acp n2 pp-f n2 cc n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
628
Page 167
4883
No, my Beloved, the Passion of our Saviour is compleat and full, he finished it himself upon the Cross.
No, my beloved, the Passion of our Saviour is complete and full, he finished it himself upon the Cross.
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz j cc j, pns31 vvd pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
628
Page 167
4884
It was the last word that he spake, before he yeelded up his soul into the hands of God the Father.
It was the last word that he spoke, before he yielded up his soul into the hands of God the Father.
pn31 vbds dt ord n1 cst pns31 vvd, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
628
Page 167
4885
And since it was his last, his dying word, the sin were the greater, if we should not believe him.
And since it was his last, his dying word, the since were the greater, if we should not believe him.
cc c-acp pn31 vbds po31 ord, po31 j-vvg n1, dt n1 vbdr dt jc, cs pns12 vmd xx vvi pno31.
(25) part (DIV2)
628
Page 167
4950
This man began to build, but was not able to make an end.
This man began to built, but was not able to make an end.
d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vbds xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
636
Page 169
4886
But there is much behind of the latter sort of sufferings of Christ, endured in the flesh of his members.
But there is much behind of the latter sort of sufferings of christ, endured in the Flesh of his members.
p-acp pc-acp vbz d a-acp pp-f dt d n1 pp-f n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 167
4887
And these are more and more compleated every day.
And these Are more and more completed every day.
cc d vbr n1 cc av-dc vvd d n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 167
4888
For even as the Father did determine the number and measure of the sufferings of Christ, which he should endure in his natural body, which he accordingly accomplished and fulfilled.
For even as the Father did determine the number and measure of the sufferings of christ, which he should endure in his natural body, which he accordingly accomplished and fulfilled.
p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vdd vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq pns31 av-vvg vvn cc vvn.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 167
4889
So he hath also determined the number and measure of the sufferings of Christ in his mystical body, which they accordingly, must accomplish and fulfill.
So he hath also determined the number and measure of the sufferings of christ in his mystical body, which they accordingly, must accomplish and fulfil.
av pns31 vhz av vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq pns32 av-vvg, vmb vvi cc vvi.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 167
4890
So that every persecution and affliction that any of his members suffer, abates the number and the tale, lesseneth the heap of those afflictions.
So that every persecution and affliction that any of his members suffer, abates the number and the tale, lessens the heap of those afflictions.
av cst d n1 cc n1 cst d pp-f po31 n2 vvi, vvz dt n1 cc dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 167
4891
And hence it was that the Apostle Paul rejoyced, because he filled up that which was behind of the sufferings of Christ in his mystical body.
And hence it was that the Apostle Paul rejoiced, Because he filled up that which was behind of the sufferings of christ in his mystical body.
cc av pn31 vbds d dt n1 np1 vvd, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp d r-crq vbds a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 168
4892
This comforts me and cheers me yet, that by the trials and the troubles that are now upon me, I make up the remainder of the sufferings which God the Father hath appointed Christ to undergo,
This comforts me and cheers me yet, that by the trials and the Troubles that Are now upon me, I make up the remainder of the sufferings which God the Father hath appointed christ to undergo,
np1 vvz pno11 cc vvz pno11 av, cst p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 cst vbr av p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi,
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 168
4893
although not in himself, yet in his members.
although not in himself, yet in his members.
cs xx p-acp px31, av p-acp po31 n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 168
4894
I rejoyce in my sufferings, because I fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh.
I rejoice in my sufferings, Because I fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of christ in my Flesh.
pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n2, c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp d r-crq vbz a-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
629
Page 168
4895
Now is it so, that Jesus Christ did not do his work by halves, &c. they are severely to be censured then, who come in with their additions to the works of Christ;
Now is it so, that jesus christ did not do his work by halves, etc. they Are severely to be censured then, who come in with their additions to the works of christ;
av vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vdd xx vdi po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn, av pns32 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn av, r-crq vvb p-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1;
(25) part (DIV2)
630
Page 168
4896
and go about to botch it up with their supplies. As if he had not done what he professes to his Father in my Text,
and go about to botch it up with their supplies. As if he had not done what he Professes to his Father in my Text,
cc vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po32 n2. p-acp cs pns31 vhd xx vdn r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
630
Page 168
4897
but had left his work imperfect:
but had left his work imperfect:
cc-acp vhd vvn po31 n1 j:
(25) part (DIV2)
630
Page 168
4898
So that it needed any thing which they can either do or suffer, to finish it and make it perfect.
So that it needed any thing which they can either doe or suffer, to finish it and make it perfect.
av cst pn31 vvd d n1 r-crq pns32 vmb d n1 cc vvi, pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 j.
(25) part (DIV2)
630
Page 168
4899
And here the Papists are not only faulty, who make up the work of Christ,
And Here the Papists Are not only faulty, who make up the work of christ,
cc av dt njp2 vbr xx av-j j, r-crq vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(25) part (DIV2)
631
Page 168
4900
and fill it out with the invented superfluities of the sufferings of their Martyrs and the merits of their Saints.
and fill it out with the invented superfluities of the sufferings of their Martyrs and the merits of their Saints.
cc vvb pn31 av p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
631
Page 168
4901
As if he had not done enough himself to make us perfect, to satisfie the justice of his Father for us.
As if he had not done enough himself to make us perfect, to satisfy the Justice of his Father for us.
p-acp cs pns31 vhd xx vdn av-d px31 pc-acp vvi pno12 j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(25) part (DIV2)
631
Page 168
4902
But even many of the Saints themselves sometimes, though they believe that Jesus Christ hath finished the work of their Redemption,
But even many of the Saints themselves sometime, though they believe that jesus christ hath finished the work of their Redemption,
p-acp av d pp-f dt n2 px32 av, cs pns32 vvb cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4903
and that it needs no Supplement in any kind, much less that any thing that they can do, can make the least addition to it,
and that it needs no Supplement in any kind, much less that any thing that they can do, can make the least addition to it,
cc cst pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp d n1, av-d av-dc cst d n1 cst pns32 vmb vdi, vmb vvi dt ds n1 p-acp pn31,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4904
yet are insensibly betrayed, they know not how, into a kind of joyning of their duties with him, in the work of their Redemption and Salvation.
yet Are insensibly betrayed, they know not how, into a kind of joining of their duties with him, in the work of their Redemption and Salvation.
av vbr av-j vvn, pns32 vvb xx c-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4905
For this they do in some degree, while they expect to be accepted with the Lord,
For this they do in Some degree, while they expect to be accepted with the Lord,
p-acp d pns32 vdb p-acp d n1, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4907
And therefore when they seriously consider with themselves, how they shall have their sins forgiven them,
And Therefore when they seriously Consider with themselves, how they shall have their Sins forgiven them,
cc av c-crq pns32 av-j vvb p-acp px32, c-crq pns32 vmb vhi po32 n2 vvn pno32,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4908
how they shall be admitted into Gods favour, they are not satisfied to look upon the work that Christ hath done, to make him all in all in this business,
how they shall be admitted into God's favour, they Are not satisfied to look upon the work that christ hath done, to make him all in all in this business,
c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vhz vdn, pc-acp vvi pno31 d p-acp d p-acp d n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4909
but they must also cast an eye on that which they themselves have done. And when they think upon their own enlargements;
but they must also cast an eye on that which they themselves have done. And when they think upon their own enlargements;
cc-acp pns32 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp d r-crq pns32 px32 vhb vdn. cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n2;
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4910
their deep humiliations, their earnest and incessant labours in the service of the Lord, they do, they know not how, put then in with Jesus Christ as joynt Saviours.
their deep humiliations, their earnest and incessant labours in the service of the Lord, they do, they know not how, put then in with jesus christ as joint Saviors.
po32 j-jn n2, po32 n1 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vdb, pns32 vvb xx c-crq, vvd av p-acp p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j ng1.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4911
Much hath been said of late against duty, so much, that it hath been more slighted and neglected then it ought to be.
Much hath been said of late against duty, so much, that it hath been more slighted and neglected then it ought to be.
av-d vhz vbn vvn pp-f av-j p-acp n1, av av-d, cst pn31 vhz vbn av-dc vvn cc vvn av pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4912
That which I speak is not against the doing of it, but against the mixing of it with the work of Jesus Christ.
That which I speak is not against the doing of it, but against the mixing of it with the work of jesus christ.
d r-crq pns11 vvb vbz xx p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4913
The setting of our posts by his posts, and our works by his works. Ah, my Beloved;
The setting of our posts by his posts, and our works by his works. Ah, my beloved;
dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc po12 n2 p-acp po31 n2. uh, po11 np1;
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4914
let us be extreamly shie of this, let us not so dishonour Jesus Christ, as if he had not done enough to justifie us,
let us be extremely shy of this, let us not so dishonour jesus christ, as if he had not done enough to justify us,
vvb pno12 vbi av-jn j pp-f d, vvb pno12 xx av n1 np1 np1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd xx vdn av-d pc-acp vvi pno12,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4915
and to gain acceptance for us: But since he hath finished the work himself, and done it perfectly;
and to gain acceptance for us: But since he hath finished the work himself, and done it perfectly;
cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12: cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 px31, cc vdn pn31 av-j;
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4916
Oh let us trust him perfectly for Redemption and Salvation;
O let us trust him perfectly for Redemption and Salvation;
uh vvb pno12 vvi pno31 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1;
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4917
let us relie on what he hath done, and resolve with the Apostle, that we are compleat in him, Col. 2.10. so that we stand in need of no addition.
let us rely on what he hath done, and resolve with the Apostle, that we Are complete in him, Col. 2.10. so that we stand in need of no addition.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31, np1 crd. av cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dx n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4918
When we are thinking how we shall be satisfied, sanctified, justified in this world, and saved in the world to come.
When we Are thinking how we shall be satisfied, sanctified, justified in this world, and saved in the world to come.
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn, j-vvn, vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4919
Though we have lived like Angels, and done religious duties, as if we were in Heaven already, let us bid all this stand by,
Though we have lived like Angels, and done religious duties, as if we were in Heaven already, let us bid all this stand by,
cs pns12 vhb vvn av-j n2, cc vdi j n2, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 av, vvb pno12 vvi d d vvb p-acp,
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 168
4920
and cry out with the holy Martyr in the flames, None but Christ, none but Christ.
and cry out with the holy Martyr in the flames, None but christ, none but christ.
cc vvb av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, pix p-acp np1, pix cc-acp np1.
(25) part (DIV2)
632
Page 169
4921
Is it so, that Jesus Christ did not do his works by halves, &c. Then let not us, my Brethren, do our works by halves neither,
Is it so, that jesus christ did not do his works by halves, etc. Then let not us, my Brothers, do our works by halves neither,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vdd xx vdi po31 n2 p-acp n2-jn, av av vvb xx pno12, po11 n2, vdb po12 n2 p-acp n2-jn av-d,
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4922
but let us finish them as Christ did.
but let us finish them as christ did.
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp np1 vdd.
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4923
If we be entred on the work and service of the Lord, as many of us are, O let us not give over and desist again.
If we be entered on the work and service of the Lord, as many of us Are, Oh let us not give over and desist again.
cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d pp-f pno12 vbr, uh vvb pno12 xx vvi a-acp cc vvi av.
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4924
Let not our righteousness be like the morning cloud, and early dew.
Let not our righteousness be like the morning cloud, and early due.
vvb xx po12 n1 vbi av-j dt n1 n1, cc j n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4925
If we have taken pains in holy Duties, and have gone onward in them many years, in Hearing, in Prayer,
If we have taken pains in holy Duties, and have gone onward in them many Years, in Hearing, in Prayer,
cs pns12 vhb vvn n2 p-acp j n2, cc vhb vvn av p-acp pno32 d n2, p-acp vvg, p-acp n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4926
and in Fasting, and the like, let us be diligent and constant still, let us hold on our way;
and in Fasting, and the like, let us be diligent and constant still, let us hold on our Way;
cc p-acp vvg, cc dt j, vvb pno12 vbi j cc j av, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n1;
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4927
as Job saith, The upright man doth; Let us not give over all again, as some have done in these times.
as Job Says, The upright man does; Let us not give over all again, as Some have done in these times.
c-acp n1 vvz, dt j n1 vdz; vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp d av, c-acp d vhb vdn p-acp d n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4929
No, as we have begun to work, and as we have wrought hitherto, so let us work still, till we have finished all the work that God hath given us to do;
No, as we have begun to work, and as we have wrought hitherto, so let us work still, till we have finished all the work that God hath given us to do;
uh-dx, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, cc c-acp pns12 vhb vvn av, av vvb pno12 vvi av, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn d dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi;
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4930
and let our last work be more then our first. And to this end, I beseech you carefully to weigh these few things.
and let our last work be more then our First. And to this end, I beseech you carefully to weigh these few things.
cc vvb po12 ord n1 vbi av-dc cs po12 ord. cc p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi d d n2.
(25) part (DIV2)
633
Page 169
4931
First, If we finish not our work, and if we do not end well, it argues that we were not right, and sound in the beginning.
First, If we finish not our work, and if we do not end well, it argues that we were not right, and found in the beginning.
ord, cs pns12 vvb xx po12 n1, cc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi av, pn31 vvz cst pns12 vbdr xx j-jn, cc vvi p-acp dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4932
They that are planted in the house of God, saith David, shall flourish in the Courts of our God, they shall bring forth more fruit in their age, Psalm 92.13, 14. And hence it is observed by the Holy Ghost of the best of Gods servants, that they never shewed such Zeal,They that Are planted in the house of God, Says David, shall flourish in the Courts of our God, they shall bring forth more fruit in their age, Psalm 92.13, 14. And hence it is observed by the Holy Ghost of the best of God's Servants, that they never showed such Zeal,
pns32 d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz np1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pns32 vmb vvi av dc n1 p-acp po32 n1, n1 crd, crd cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt js pp-f ng1 n2, cst pns32 av-x vvd d n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4933
and Faithfulness, and Diligence in the work of the Lord, as when they drew near their end,
and Faithfulness, and Diligence in the work of the Lord, as when they drew near their end,
cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp c-crq pns32 vvd av-j po32 n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4934
and when they saw their time was ready to expire.
and when they saw their time was ready to expire.
cc c-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4935
As Jacob, Moses, Joshuah, David, Peter shewed more care of Gods Church, and more zeal for Gods Glory towards their end,
As Jacob, Moses, Joshua, David, Peter showed more care of God's Church, and more zeal for God's Glory towards their end,
p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1 vvd dc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dc n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4936
then they had ever done before.
then they had ever done before.
cs pns32 vhd av vdn a-acp.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4937
Yea, Our Saviour Christ himself was never so much in prayer, so painfull and affectionate in comforting,
Yea, Our Saviour christ himself was never so much in prayer, so painful and affectionate in comforting,
uh, po12 n1 np1 px31 vbds av-x av av-d p-acp n1, av j cc j p-acp vvg,
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4938
and in instructing his Disciples, as he was when he was ready to be offered up.
and in instructing his Disciples, as he was when he was ready to be offered up.
cc p-acp vvg po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vbds c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4939
He wrought the works of him that sent him while it was day, as his own expression is, While the day of life lasted, John 9.4.
He wrought the works of him that sent him while it was day, as his own expression is, While the day of life lasted, John 9.4.
pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31 cs pn31 vbds n1, c-acp po31 d n1 vbz, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd, np1 crd.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4940
And therefore so let us too. His unwearied diligence is very notable.
And Therefore so let us too. His unwearied diligence is very notable.
cc av av vvb pno12 av. po31 j n1 vbz av j.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4941
Luke 21.37, 38. In the day time he was teaching in the Temple, and at night he went into the Mount of Olives, where he retired himself to prayer. Lycia 21.37, 38. In the day time he was teaching in the Temple, and At night he went into the Mount of Olive, where he retired himself to prayer.
av crd, crd p-acp dt n1 n1 pns31 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4942
And all the people came early to him in the morning, in the Temple, for to hear him. And all the people Come early to him in the morning, in the Temple, for to hear him.
cc d dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31.
(25) part (DIV2)
634
Page 169
4943
If you finish not your work, and if you go not through with your business, you dishonour God.
If you finish not your work, and if you go not through with your business, you dishonour God.
cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n1, cc cs pn22 vvb xx p-acp p-acp po22 n1, pn22 n1 np1.
(25) part (DIV2)
635
Page 169
4944
There is no way to glorifie him, but by perseverance, as our Saviour Christ insinuates in my Text;
There is no Way to Glorify him, but by perseverance, as our Saviour christ insinuates in my Text;
pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp p-acp n1, c-acp po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp po11 n1;
(25) part (DIV2)
635
Page 169
4945
saith he to God the Father, I have glorified thee upon the earth.
Says he to God the Father, I have glorified thee upon the earth.
vvz pns31 p-acp np1 dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
635
Page 169
4946
How so, might God reply? Why, I have finished the work that thou gavest me to do;
How so, might God reply? Why, I have finished the work that thou Gavest me to do;
c-crq av, vmd np1 vvi? uh-crq, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 cst pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi;
(25) part (DIV2)
635
Page 169
4947
I have not entred on it only, and carried it along awhile, but I have brought it to perfection.
I have not entered on it only, and carried it along awhile, but I have brought it to perfection.
pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp pn31 av-j, cc vvd pn31 a-acp av, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
635
Page 169
4948
God is never glorified, but by finishing his Works. To begin, and then fall back, is to put God and Christ to shame.
God is never glorified, but by finishing his Works. To begin, and then fallen back, is to put God and christ to shame.
np1 vbz av-x vvn, cc-acp p-acp vvg po31 vvz. p-acp vvi, cc av vvb av, vbz pc-acp vvi np1 cc np1 p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
635
Page 169
4949
Thirdly, If you finish not your work, as you dishonour God and Christ, so you shame your selves too.
Thirdly, If you finish not your work, as you dishonour God and christ, so you shame your selves too.
ord, cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n1, c-acp pn22 n1 np1 cc np1, av pn22 vvb po22 n2 av.
(25) part (DIV2)
636
Page 169
4952
as to have been religious, zealous, earnest, hot in the beginning, and to become an Enemy, a Worldling, a lazie, idle Drone in the conclusion.
as to have been religious, zealous, earnest, hight in the beginning, and to become an Enemy, a Worldling, a lazy, idle Drone in the conclusion.
c-acp pc-acp vhi vbn j, j, j, j p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1, dt j, j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
636
Page 169
4953
The salt that hath lost its savour, is good for nothing, saith our Saviour, but to be cast out with contempt, The salt that hath lost its savour, is good for nothing, Says our Saviour, but to be cast out with contempt,
dt n1 cst vhz vvn po31 n1, vbz j p-acp pix, vvz po12 n1, p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
636
Page 170
4954
and to be trodden under feet of all men, Mat. 5.13. You lose all that you have wrought, and all that you have done already, if you finish not your work.and to be trodden under feet of all men, Mathew 5.13. You loose all that you have wrought, and all that you have done already, if you finish not your work.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, np1 crd. pn22 vvb d cst pn22 vhb vvn, cc d cst pn22 vhb vdn av, cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
636
Page 170
4955
All your obedience both active and passive is utterly lost. Your active obedience is as it were forgotten with God, unless you continue, Ezek. 18.24.
All your Obedience both active and passive is utterly lost. Your active Obedience is as it were forgotten with God, unless you continue, Ezekiel 18.24.
av-d po22 n1 d j cc j vbz av-j vvn. po22 j n1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cs pn22 vvb, np1 crd.
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4956
So is your passive, if you fail in Perseverance. Your sufferings are in vain, as the Apostle speaks to the Galatians, Gal. 3.4. In a word, It is constancy in doing and suffering that crowneth a Christian;
So is your passive, if you fail in Perseverance. Your sufferings Are in vain, as the Apostle speaks to the Galatians, Gal. 3.4. In a word, It is constancy in doing and suffering that Crowneth a Christian;
np1 vbz po22 j, cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1. po22 n2 vbr p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt np1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp vdg cc vvg cst vvz dt njp;
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4957
It is not promised to Beginners, but to such as continue:
It is not promised to Beginners, but to such as continue:
pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp d c-acp vvi:
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4958
Beloved, Here are many of you that have done many things, and suffered many things for God.
beloved, Here Are many of you that have done many things, and suffered many things for God.
j-vvn, av vbr d pp-f pn22 cst vhb vdn d n2, cc vvd d n2 p-acp np1.
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4959
Many that have taken pains in holy Duties, in Hearing, Praying, Fasting, &c. Oh let not all be cast away, let not all that you have done or suffered be in vain.
Many that have taken pains in holy Duties, in Hearing, Praying, Fasting, etc. O let not all be cast away, let not all that you have done or suffered be in vain.
av-d d vhb vvn n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg, av uh vvb xx d vbi vvn av, vvb xx d cst pn22 vhb vdn cc vvn vbb p-acp j.
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4960
I say as the Apostle, John 2.8. Lose not the things that you have wrought.
I say as the Apostle, John 2.8. Loose not the things that you have wrought.
pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvb xx dt n2 cst pn22 vhb vvn.
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4961
It is a sad and lamentable thing to see a man come home even to Heaven-gate,
It is a sad and lamentable thing to see a man come home even to Heaven-gate,
pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb av-an av p-acp n1,
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4962
and for want of one step more, to tumble back again into Hell.
and for want of one step more, to tumble back again into Hell.
cc p-acp n1 pp-f crd n1 av-dc, pc-acp vvi av av p-acp n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
637
Page 170
4963
If you end your works well, you shall have very good wages, you shall receive a full Reward.
If you end your works well, you shall have very good wages, you shall receive a full Reward.
cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 av, pn22 vmb vhi av j n2, pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
638
Page 170
4964
He that continueth to the end, shall be saved, Mat. 24.13. If you be faithfull to the death, you shall receive the Crown of life, Apoc. 2.10.He that Continueth to the end, shall be saved, Mathew 24.13. If you be faithful to the death, you shall receive the Crown of life, Apocalypse 2.10.
pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd. cs pn22 vbb j p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(25) part (DIV2)
638
Page 170
4965
And if you thus hold out in Gods work, till the Period of your lives,
And if you thus hold out in God's work, till the Period of your lives,
cc cs pn22 av vvi av p-acp ng1 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2,
(25) part (DIV2)
638
Page 170
4966
when you shall come to die, you may conclude with God as Christ doth, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do,
when you shall come to die, you may conclude with God as christ does, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do,
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vdz, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi,
(25) part (DIV2)
638
Page 170
4967
and now O Father, Glorifie me with thy self. And you may sing your dying song with the Apostle, 2 Tim. 4.7. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which God the righteous Judge shall give me. and now Oh Father, glorify me with thy self. And you may sing your dying song with the Apostle, 2 Tim. 4.7. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which God the righteous Judge shall give me.
cc av uh n1, vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1. cc pn22 vmb vvi po22 j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, av pc-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 dt j n1 vmb vvi pno11.
(25) part (DIV2)
638
Page 170
4968
And thus we have at length dispatched three of the Arguments, with which our Saviour presseth,
And thus we have At length dispatched three of the Arguments, with which our Saviour Presseth,
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd crd pp-f dt n2, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz,
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4969
and enforceth the great Petition that he makes to God the Father.
and enforceth the great Petition that he makes to God the Father.
cc vvz dt j vvb cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4970
And we are now descended to the fourth and last, and it is drawn Ab aequo, from the Equity of that which he petitions for,
And we Are now descended to the fourth and last, and it is drawn Ab Aequo, from the Equity of that which he petitions for,
cc pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp dt ord cc ord, cc pn31 vbz vvn fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp,
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4971
and the right he had to it:
and the right he had to it:
cc dt n-jn pns31 vhd p-acp pn31:
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4972
Nay, He affirmeth, that he had not only Jus ad rem, but more then so, he had Jus in re too.
Nay, He Affirmeth, that he had not only Jus ad remembering, but more then so, he had Jus in re too.
uh-x, pns31 vvz, cst pns31 vhd xx av-j fw-la fw-la vvg, p-acp av-dc cs av, pns31 vhd np1 p-acp zz av.
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4973
He had not only Right and Title to the Glory which he prayes he may be made Partaker of,
He had not only Right and Title to the Glory which he prays he may be made Partaker of,
pns31 vhd xx av-j vvi cc n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn n1 pp-f,
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4974
but he had the possession of it, and that from all Eternity.
but he had the possession of it, and that from all Eternity.
cc-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cst p-acp d n1.
(25) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4975
JOHN 17.5. JOHN 17.5.
np1 crd.
(26) part (DIV2)
639
Page 170
4976
And now, O Father, Glorifie me with thy own self, with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was.
And now, Oh Father, glorify me with thy own self, with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was.
cc av, uh n1, vvb pno11 p-acp po21 d n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhd p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 vbds.
(26) part (DIV2)
640
Page 170
4977
SO that our Saviour pleads Prescription for the Glory he desires, and for which he is a Suitor in my Text:
SO that our Saviour pleads Prescription for the Glory he Desires, and for which he is a Suitor in my Text:
av cst po12 n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po11 n1:
(26) part (DIV2)
641
Page 170
4978
he had it, as he tells the Father here, time out of mind, indeed before all time, before the world was. And therefore though he hath in some respect been out of the possession of it for awhile, he hopes he shall recover it again with his Fathers good liking.
he had it, as he tells the Father Here, time out of mind, indeed before all time, before the world was. And Therefore though he hath in Some respect been out of the possession of it for awhile, he hope's he shall recover it again with his Father's good liking.
pns31 vhd pn31, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 av, n1 av pp-f n1, av p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 vbds. cc av cs pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 vbn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp av, pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp po31 ng1 j n-vvg.
(26) part (DIV2)
641
Page 170
4979
The only difficulty lies in this, what Glory Jesus Christ intends in this place, whether the Glory of his God-head,
The only difficulty lies in this, what Glory jesus christ intends in this place, whither the Glory of his Godhead,
dt j n1 vvz p-acp d, r-crq n1 np1 np1 vvz p-acp d n1, cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4980
or the Glory of his Manhood, of his divine or humane nature.
or the Glory of his Manhood, of his divine or humane nature.
cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 j-jn cc j n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4981
And it will be the harder to resolve, because against either of them there is appearingly a very strong exception.
And it will be the harder to resolve, Because against either of them there is appearingly a very strong exception.
cc pn31 vmb vbi dt jc pc-acp vvi, c-acp p-acp d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vbz av-vvg av j j n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4982
It should seem he could not mean the Glory of his God-head, for that he had never lost.
It should seem he could not mean the Glory of his Godhead, for that he had never lost.
pn31 vmd vvi pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp cst pns31 vhd av-x vvn.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4983
A man would think he would not mean the Glory of his Man-hood, for that he never had,
A man would think he would not mean the Glory of his Manhood, for that he never had,
dt n1 vmd vvi pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp cst pns31 av-x vhd,
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4984
and therefore could not pray for the Recovery, or the Restitution of the one, or of the other;
and Therefore could not pray for the Recovery, or the Restitution of the one, or of the other;
cc av vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc pp-f dt j-jn;
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4985
he could not say to God the Father, with relation to his God-head, Glorifie me with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was, because he had that Glory with the Father still;
he could not say to God the Father, with Relation to his Godhead, glorify me with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was, Because he had that Glory with the Father still;
pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhd p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 vbds, c-acp pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp dt n1 av;
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4986
when he made that Prayer, he was co-equal, co-essential with him still, and consequently he was infinitely glorious with him still.
when he made that Prayer, he was coequal, coessential with him still, and consequently he was infinitely glorious with him still.
c-crq pns31 vvd cst n1, pns31 vbds j, j p-acp pno31 av, cc av-j pns31 vbds av-j j p-acp pno31 av.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4987
He could not say with relation to his Man-hood, Glorifie me with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was, because the humane nature came to have a being but a little while ago.
He could not say with Relation to his Manhood, glorify me with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was, Because the humane nature Come to have a being but a little while ago.
pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhd p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 vbds, p-acp dt j n1 vvd pc-acp vhi dt vbg p-acp dt j n1 av.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4988
It was assumed by our Saviour many ages since the world was, and so could have no Glory with the Father before the world was.
It was assumed by our Saviour many ages since the world was, and so could have no Glory with the Father before the world was.
pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1 d n2 p-acp dt n1 vbds, cc av vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4989
So that it cannot be intended of the God-head, or the Man-hood, if you take either of them severally and distinctly by it self.
So that it cannot be intended of the Godhead, or the Manhood, if you take either of them severally and distinctly by it self.
av cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, cs pn22 vvb d pp-f pno32 av-j cc av-j p-acp pn31 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
642
Page 171
4990
Its true the God-head of our Saviour seemed to be devested of the Glory which it had from everlasting,
Its true the Godhead of our Saviour seemed to be devested of the Glory which it had from everlasting,
pn31|vbz j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhd p-acp j,
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4991
when he assumed the mean condition of a servant, and so in that respect he might desire the restitution of it;
when he assumed the mean condition of a servant, and so in that respect he might desire the restitution of it;
c-crq pns31 vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31;
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4992
but if you mark it well, the God-head never lost the Glory which it had with God the Father,
but if you mark it well, the Godhead never lost the Glory which it had with God the Father,
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, dt n1 av-x vvd dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhd p-acp np1 dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4993
though it might seem to lose the Glory which it had with men.
though it might seem to loose the Glory which it had with men.
cs pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhd p-acp n2.
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4994
It was not humbled really, but in regard of declaration only, and that with reference to men,
It was not humbled really, but in regard of declaration only, and that with Referente to men,
pn31 vbds xx vvn av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av-j, cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp n2,
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4995
and not to God, who is not carryed by appearances.
and not to God, who is not carried by appearances.
cc xx p-acp np1, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp n2.
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4996
And that which Christ desires, is, that his Father would glorifie him with himself, with the same Glory which he had with him before the world was.
And that which christ Desires, is, that his Father would Glorify him with himself, with the same Glory which he had with him before the world was.
cc cst r-crq np1 vvz, vbz, cst po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp px31, p-acp dt d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 vbds.
(26) part (DIV2)
643
Page 171
4997
Besides, Our Saviour prayes as man, and not as God, (for God doth not worship God,) and 'tis incongruous that the Man-hood should become a Suitor for any thing to be conferred upon the God-head.
Beside, Our Saviour prays as man, and not as God, (for God does not worship God,) and it's incongruous that the Manhood should become a Suitor for any thing to be conferred upon the Godhead.
a-acp, po12 n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc xx c-acp np1, (c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi np1,) cc pn31|vbz j cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
644
Page 171
4998
And therefore to avoid the rocks on either side, the sum of this Petition of our Saviour to his Father must be this, that as his God-head had been glorious with himself from everlasting,
And Therefore to avoid the Rocks on either side, the sum of this Petition of our Saviour to his Father must be this, that as his Godhead had been glorious with himself from everlasting,
cc av pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f d vvb pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi d, cst p-acp po31 n1 vhd vbn j p-acp px31 p-acp j,
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
4999
so now his Man-hood might be glorious too.
so now his Manhood might be glorious too.
av av po31 n1 vmd vbi j av.
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5000
That the Glory which he had as God, together with the Father from Eternity, might be communicated to his Man-hood,
That the Glory which he had as God, together with the Father from Eternity, might be communicated to his Manhood,
cst dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp np1, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5001
so far as it was capable of it, in such a measure as it could receive it.
so Far as it was capable of it, in such a measure as it could receive it.
av av-j c-acp pn31 vbds j pp-f pn31, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pn31 vmd vvi pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5002
That God would raise him up, and set him in his humane nature, at his own right hand in heavenly places,
That God would raise him up, and Set him in his humane nature, At his own right hand in heavenly places,
cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp, cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp po31 d j-jn n1 p-acp j n2,
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5003
and make him glorious, even as he was man, in the eyes of all the world.
and make him glorious, even as he was man, in the eyes of all the world.
cc vvi pno31 j, av c-acp pns31 vbds n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5004
And this is clearly that which Christ intendeth in his Prayer here, And now O Father, Glorifie me with thine own self, with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was:
And this is clearly that which christ intends in his Prayer Here, And now Oh Father, glorify me with thine own self, with the Glory which I had with thee before the world was:
cc d vbz av-j cst r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av, cc av uh n1, vvb pno11 p-acp po21 d n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhd p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 vbds:
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5005
Glorifie me with thy self as I am man, or as I am God-man, with the Glory I had with thee as I am God, before the world was.
glorify me with thy self as I am man, or as I am God-man, with the Glory I had with thee as I am God, before the world was.
vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1 c-acp pns11 vbm n1, cc c-acp pns11 vbm n1, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhd p-acp pno21 c-acp pns11 vbm np1, p-acp dt n1 vbds.
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5006
I was glorious with thy self, as I am God from Everlasting, and now let me be glorious with thee as I am God and Man too.
I was glorious with thy self, as I am God from Everlasting, and now let me be glorious with thee as I am God and Man too.
pns11 vbds j p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm np1 p-acp j, cc av vvb pno11 vbi j p-acp pno21 c-acp pns11 vbm np1 cc n1 av.
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 171
5007
In one nature I was glorious from Eternity, viz. in my divine Nature, and now let me be glorified in my divine and humane Nature too, let me be glorified in my person.
In one nature I was glorious from Eternity, viz. in my divine Nature, and now let me be glorified in my divine and humane Nature too, let me be glorified in my person.
p-acp crd n1 pns11 vbds j p-acp n1, n1 p-acp po11 j-jn n1, cc av vvb pno11 vbi vvn p-acp po11 j-jn cc j n1 av, vvb pno11 vbi vvn p-acp po11 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
645
Page 172
5008
Now this Petition of our Saviour (you must consider) did undoubtedly prevail with God the Father;
Now this Petition of our Saviour (you must Consider) did undoubtedly prevail with God the Father;
av d vvb pp-f po12 n1 (pn22 vmb vvi) vdd av-j vvi p-acp np1 dt n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
646
Page 172
5009
for he was always heard in every thing that he desired of him; his Father never put him off with a denial.
for he was always herd in every thing that he desired of him; his Father never put him off with a denial.
c-acp pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvd pp-f pno31; po31 n1 av-x vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
646
Page 172
5010
And then the point to be observed, is this.
And then the point to be observed, is this.
cc av dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz d.
(26) part (DIV2)
646
Page 172
5011
DOCTRINE. That even the Man-hood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory whereof the God-head hath been seized together with the Father from Eternity.DOCTRINE. That even the Manhood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory whereof the Godhead hath been seized together with the Father from Eternity.
n1. cst av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
646
Page 172
6047
1. First, If you believe the threatnings, you will quake and tremble at them.
1. First, If you believe the threatenings, you will quake and tremble At them.
crd ord, cs pn22 vvb dt n2-vvg, pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
5012
Jesus Christ as he is man, shares in some measure and proportion in the Glory of the God-head.
jesus christ as he is man, shares in Some measure and proportion in the Glory of the Godhead.
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5013
There is a social Glory (as the Schoolmen call it) of our Saviours humane Nature, which it partaketh with the God-head,
There is a social Glory (as the Schoolmen call it) of our Saviors humane Nature, which it partaketh with the Godhead,
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 (c-acp dt n2 vvb pn31) pp-f po12 ng1 j n1, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5014
and which it could not have without it.
and which it could not have without it.
cc r-crq pn31 vmd xx vhi p-acp pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5015
The Glory which the God-head had alone from Everlasting, is now communicated to the person, consisting of the two Natures, both of the God-head, and the Man-hood too.
The Glory which the Godhead had alone from Everlasting, is now communicated to the person, consisting of the two Nature's, both of the Godhead, and the Manhood too.
dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd av-j p-acp j, vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg pp-f dt crd n2, d pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 av.
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5016
God hath highly exalted him, saith the Apostle, Phil. 2.9. Him, Who? why Jesus Christ both God and Man, in his divine and humane Nature.God hath highly exalted him, Says the Apostle, Philip 2.9. Him, Who? why jesus christ both God and Man, in his divine and humane Nature.
np1 vhz av-j vvn pno31, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. pno31, q-crq? q-crq np1 np1 d n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 j-jn cc j n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5017
As for the former, his divine Nature, though that be utterly incapable of an intrinsical improvement of the Glory of it,
As for the former, his divine Nature, though that be utterly incapable of an intrinsical improvement of the Glory of it,
p-acp p-acp dt j, po31 j-jn n1, cs d vbb av-j j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31,
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5018
yet so far forth as it was humbled for the Administration of his Office, so far it was accordingly advanced again.
yet so Far forth as it was humbled for the Administration of his Office, so Far it was accordingly advanced again.
av av av-j av c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av av-j pn31 vbds av-vvg vvn av.
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5019
Now he abased himself as he was God, not by putting off his Glory, but by permitting it to be ecclipsed and overshadowed with the similitude of sinfull flesh,
Now he abased himself as he was God, not by putting off his Glory, but by permitting it to be eclipsed and overshadowed with the similitude of sinful Flesh,
av pns31 vvd px31 c-acp pns31 vbds np1, xx p-acp vvg a-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5020
and to be humbled under the form of a servant, even as the brightness of a Candle is hidden in a dark and close Lanthorn;
and to be humbled under the from of a servant, even as the brightness of a Candle is hidden in a dark and close Lantern;
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5021
so that declaratorily he is in that respect exalted, he is declared to be the Son of God by Power, in rising from the dead, and returning to his Glory.
so that declaratorily he is in that respect exalted, he is declared to be the Son of God by Power, in rising from the dead, and returning to his Glory.
av cst av-j pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 vvn, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
647
Page 172
5022
As for the humane Nature that is properly exalted:
As for the humane Nature that is properly exalted:
c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz av-j vvn:
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5023
For being joyned to the God-head, it hath an ample and immediate claim to all the Glory, which from the God-head might be communicated to it, and conferred upon it.
For being joined to the Godhead, it hath an ample and immediate claim to all the Glory, which from the Godhead might be communicated to it, and conferred upon it.
c-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vhz dt j cc j n1 p-acp d dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5024
So that however, while our Saviour Christ continued here, the Exigence of the condition, and the office which he had assumed and undertaken, made him a man of sorrows and of sufferings,
So that however, while our Saviour christ continued Here, the Exigence of the condition, and the office which he had assumed and undertaken, made him a man of sorrows and of sufferings,
av cst a-acp, cs po12 n1 np1 vvd av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn, vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2 cc pp-f n2,
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5025
and intercepted as it were the beams of the divine Glory from shining in the other nature,
and intercepted as it were the beams of the divine Glory from shining in the other nature,
cc vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5026
so that there was no form nor beauty in him.
so that there was no from nor beauty in him.
av cst pc-acp vbds dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp pno31.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5027
Yet having finished that Dispensation, there was by vertue of the intimate Association of the Man-hood with the God-head, a giving out,
Yet having finished that Dispensation, there was by virtue of the intimate Association of the Manhood with the Godhead, a giving out,
av vhg vvn d n1, pc-acp vbds p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt vvg av,
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5028
or a Communication of all the Glory from the Deity which the other Nature was capable of.
or a Communication of all the Glory from the Deity which the other Nature was capable of.
cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt j-jn n1 vbds j pp-f.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5029
And this is that which Jesus Christ desireth of his Father in my Text: And even as by the Spirit of Holiness he was filled with Treasure of Wisdom,
And this is that which jesus christ Desires of his Father in my Text: And even as by the Spirit of Holiness he was filled with Treasure of Wisdom,
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1: cc av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5030
and Knowledge, and Grace, and thereby fitted for the office of a Mediatour, and made the Head and Ruler of the Church.
and Knowledge, and Grace, and thereby fitted for the office of a Mediator, and made the Head and Ruler of the Church.
cc n1, cc n1, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5031
So likewise by the Spirit of Glory, he is filled with unmatchable perfections, beyond the Comprehensions of all other Creatures.
So likewise by the Spirit of Glory, he is filled with unmatchable perfections, beyond the Comprehensions of all other Creatures.
av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-jn n2.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5032
Being not only full of Glory, but having in him all the fulness of Glory, which a created nature, joyned to an infinite and endless fountain, could receive.
Being not only full of Glory, but having in him all the fullness of Glory, which a created nature, joined to an infinite and endless fountain, could receive.
vbg xx av-j j pp-f n1, cc-acp vhg p-acp pno31 d dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt j-vvn n1, vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, vmd vvi.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 172
5033
The God-head of our Saviour was at the right hand of the Father from Eternity. But now the Man-hood of our Saviour is exalted to the same condition.
The Godhead of our Saviour was At the right hand of the Father from Eternity. But now the Manhood of our Saviour is exalted to the same condition.
dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. p-acp av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 173
5034
I say not to the same measure, but to the same condition of Majesty and Glory with it.
I say not to the same measure, but to the same condition of Majesty and Glory with it.
pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 173
5035
God hath raised him from the dead, (and that you know must be as he is man) and set him at his own right hand in heavenly places, Eph. 1.20. That is, he set him up above all other things or persons, in the next place to himself.God hath raised him from the dead, (and that you know must be as he is man) and Set him At his own right hand in heavenly places, Ephesians 1.20. That is, he Set him up above all other things or Persons, in the next place to himself.
np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j, (cc cst pn22 vvb vmb vbi c-acp pns31 vbz n1) cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1 p-acp j n2, np1 crd. cst vbz, pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp px31.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 173
5036
And therefore it is added in the following words, Far above all Principality, and Power, and Might, and Dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world,
And Therefore it is added in the following words, far above all Principality, and Power, and Might, and Dominion, and every name that is nam, not only in this world,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n2, av-j p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc vmd, cc n1, cc d n1 cst vbz vvn, xx av-j p-acp d n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 173
5037
but in that which is to come. but in that which is to come.
cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 173
5038
In which respect it is that God will have him worshipped with divine and religious Adoration, and that by the very Angels, Heb. 1.6. Of which the humane Nature single is not capable, but that it shineth with the God-head in this high Glory.
In which respect it is that God will have him worshipped with divine and religious Adoration, and that by the very Angels, Hebrew 1.6. Of which the humane Nature single is not capable, but that it shines with the Godhead in this high Glory.
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz cst np1 vmb vhi pno31 vvn p-acp j-jn cc j n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n2, np1 crd. pp-f r-crq dt j n1 j vbz xx j, cc-acp cst pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
648
Page 173
5039
Much might be added for the proof of this, that even the Man-hood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory whereof, &c.
Much might be added for the proof of this, that even the Manhood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory whereof, etc.
d vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 c-crq, av
(26) part (DIV2)
649
Page 173
5040
Now to open it a little more particularly and distinctly to you.
Now to open it a little more particularly and distinctly to you.
av pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp pn22.
(26) part (DIV2)
650
Page 173
5041
Beloved, you must know that the Man-hood of our Saviour comes not by nature to partake of this Glory.
beloved, you must know that the Manhood of our Saviour comes not by nature to partake of this Glory.
j-vvn, pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
650
Page 173
5042
Look upon the humane Nature as considered in it self, and so it hath no right to it.
Look upon the humane Nature as considered in it self, and so it hath no right to it.
n1 p-acp dt j n1 c-acp vvn p-acp pn31 n1, cc av pn31 vhz dx j-jn p-acp pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
650
Page 173
5043
It is by Grace then that the Glory of the God-head is communicated to it; and that by a double Grace, the Grace of Union, and the Grace of Dispensation.
It is by Grace then that the Glory of the Godhead is communicated to it; and that by a double Grace, the Grace of union, and the Grace of Dispensation.
pn31 vbz p-acp n1 av cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31; cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
650
Page 173
5044
First, The Man-hood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory of the God-head by the Grace of Union.
First, The Manhood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory of the Godhead by the Grace of union.
ord, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5045
It comes to be Partaker of it by its unutterably near, and intimate Association with the God-head in the same person.
It comes to be Partaker of it by its unutterably near, and intimate Association with the Godhead in the same person.
pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 av-j j, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5046
For so the God head and the Man-hood as you know, are joyned together in such a tie, as cannot fully be expressed.
For so the God head and the Manhood as you know, Are joined together in such a tie, as cannot Fully be expressed.
p-acp av dt np1 n1 cc dt n1 c-acp pn22 vvb, vbr vvn av p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vmbx av-j vbi vvn.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5047
Not as a man and a wife are joyned together, who notwithstanding their Conjunction continue two distinct persons.
Not as a man and a wife Are joined together, who notwithstanding their Conjunction continue two distinct Persons.
xx p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr vvn av, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vvi crd j n2.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5048
But as the body and the soul make one man, so God and man make one Christ.
But as the body and the soul make one man, so God and man make one christ.
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb crd n1, av np1 cc n1 vvi crd np1.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5049
And as the glory of the soul, by reason of the nearness of the Union, redoundeth to the glory of the person,
And as the glory of the soul, by reason of the nearness of the union, redoundeth to the glory of the person,
cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5050
and consequently of the body too;
and consequently of the body too;
cc av-j pp-f dt n1 av;
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5051
even so the Glory of the God-head redoundeth to the Glory of the Man-hood in the person of our Saviour.
even so the Glory of the Godhead redoundeth to the Glory of the Manhood in the person of our Saviour.
av av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5052
So infinitely near is the Conjunction, that both the Natures cannot chuse but share together.
So infinitely near is the Conjunction, that both the Nature's cannot choose but share together.
av av-j j vbz dt n1, cst d dt n2 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi av.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5053
And as the God-head was in some respect abased, in being joyned to the Man-hood, being ecclipsed and shadowed with the meanness, and the imperfections of it.
And as the Godhead was in Some respect abased, in being joined to the Manhood, being eclipsed and shadowed with the meanness, and the imperfections of it.
cc c-acp dt n1 vbds p-acp d n1 vvd, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5054
Even so the Man-hood on the other side is honoured and advanced in being joyned to the God-head,
Even so the Manhood on the other side is honoured and advanced in being joined to the Godhead,
np1 av dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5055
and consequently shining with the Glory of it.
and consequently shining with the Glory of it.
cc av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
651
Page 173
5056
Secondly, The Man-hood of our Saviour participateth of the glory of the God-head by the Grace of Dispensation from the Father.
Secondly, The Manhood of our Saviour participateth of the glory of the Godhead by the Grace of Dispensation from the Father.
ord, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5057
He hath made it to partake of that Glory. And therefore he hath raised it up, and set it at his own right hand.
He hath made it to partake of that Glory. And Therefore he hath raised it up, and Set it At his own right hand.
pns31 vhz vvn pn31 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1. cc av pns31 vhz vvn pn31 a-acp, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5058
He hath highly exalted it, he hath crowned it with Glory and Honour.
He hath highly exalted it, he hath crowned it with Glory and Honour.
pns31 vhz av-j vvn pn31, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5059
The Father, if you mark it, hath always had a mind to set up his Son Christ.
The Father, if you mark it, hath always had a mind to Set up his Son christ.
dt n1, cs pn22 vvb pn31, vhz av vhn dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 np1.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5060
Not so much as he is God, for so indeed he doth not need it.
Not so much as he is God, for so indeed he does not need it.
xx av av-d c-acp pns31 vbz np1, c-acp av av pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5061
But as Man and Mediatour he hath endeavoured every way to raise him, and advance him,
But as Man and Mediator he hath endeavoured every Way to raise him, and advance him,
p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz vvn d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31,
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5062
and make him glorious in the eyes of all the world. And this is that which the Apostle Peter notes, Acts 3.13. The God of our Fathers hath glorified his Son Jesus, whom ye delivered up, and denyed the holy one.
and make him glorious in the eyes of all the world. And this is that which the Apostle Peter notes, Acts 3.13. The God of our Father's hath glorified his Son jesus, whom you Delivered up, and denied the holy one.
cc vvi pno31 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1. cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 n2, n2 crd. dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vhz vvn po31 n1 np1, ro-crq pn22 vvd a-acp, cc vvd dt j pi.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 173
5063
Though you abused him, and abased him, yet God hath glorified him. It is by him, and his means that he is raised to such Glory.
Though you abused him, and abased him, yet God hath glorified him. It is by him, and his means that he is raised to such Glory.
cs pn22 vvn pno31, cc vvd pno31, av np1 vhz vvn pno31. pn31 vbz p-acp pno31, cc po31 n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
652
Page 174
5064
Now is it so, that even the Man-hood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory whereof the God-head hath been? &c. Here then we may take notice of the high Advancement of our nature in the person of our Saviour.
Now is it so, that even the Manhood of our Saviour participateth of the Glory whereof the Godhead hath been? etc. Here then we may take notice of the high Advancement of our nature in the person of our Saviour.
av vbz pn31 av, cst av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn? av av av pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5065
The very Glory of the God-head is in a sense communicated to it.
The very Glory of the Godhead is in a sense communicated to it.
dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5066
Our nature shareth with the God-head in such incomparable and transcendent Glory, as can by no means be exprest.
Our nature shareth with the Godhead in such incomparable and transcendent Glory, as can by no means be expressed.
po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j cc j n1, c-acp vmb p-acp dx n2 vbb vvn.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5067
It is many ways advanced and set up in Jesus Christ;
It is many ways advanced and Set up in jesus christ;
pn31 vbz d n2 vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1;
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5068
But this, my Brethren, is the heighth and top of all that in him dwelleth, the fulness of the God-head bodily, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.9.But this, my Brothers, is the height and top of all that in him dwells, the fullness of the Godhead bodily, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.9.
p-acp d, po11 n2, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst p-acp pno31 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5069
Not that the God-head is confined, or circumscribed within the narrow limits of our Saviours flesh,
Not that the Godhead is confined, or circumscribed within the narrow Limits of our Saviors Flesh,
xx d dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 ng1 n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5070
or that his body is co-extended with the God-head, as Ubiquitaries dream.
or that his body is coextended with the Godhead, as Ubiquitaries dream.
cc cst po31 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 vvb.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5071
But the God-head dwels in Christ, as Bernard speaks, not umbrativè, by external signs, and shadows,
But the Godhead dwells in christ, as Bernard speaks, not umbrativè, by external Signs, and shadows,
p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvz, xx fw-la, p-acp j n2, cc n2,
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5072
and tokens of his presence, as once Christ dwelt in the material Temple:
and tokens of his presence, as once christ dwelled in the material Temple:
cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp a-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1:
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5093
In him God (having raised him up, and glorified him, he) hath glorified us with the very same glory.
In him God (having raised him up, and glorified him, he) hath glorified us with the very same glory.
p-acp pno31 np1 (vhg vvn pno31 a-acp, cc vvn pno31, pns31) vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt av d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 175
5073
not effectivè, by the effects and operations of its Grace, as now it dwels in the bodies of the Saints, who in the same respect are called the Temples of God. But in him dwels the God head bodily, that is, really united to the humane nature, to the body of our Saviour;
not effectivè, by the effects and operations of its Grace, as now it dwells in the bodies of the Saints, who in the same respect Are called the Temples of God. But in him dwells the God head bodily, that is, really united to the humane nature, to the body of our Saviour;
xx fw-la, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, r-crq p-acp dt d n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1. cc-acp p-acp pno31 vvz dt np1 n1 j, cst vbz, av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5074
And herein Christ hath no Peer. It is an high and matchless honour, which no other Creature is capable of.
And herein christ hath no Peer. It is an high and matchless honour, which no other Creature is capable of.
cc av np1 vhz dx n1. pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, r-crq dx j-jn n1 vbz j pp-f.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5075
By which our nature is advanced in him above all other things and persons in the world besides.
By which our nature is advanced in him above all other things and Persons in the world beside.
p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 a-acp.
(26) part (DIV2)
653
Page 174
5076
Is it so, that even the Man-hood, &c. Then as we may take notice here of the advancement of the nature,
Is it so, that even the Manhood, etc. Then as we may take notice Here of the advancement of the nature,
vbz pn31 av, cst av dt n1, av av c-acp pns12 vmb vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5077
so of our personal advancement too, as many of us as belong to Christ. For all the Glory of the God-head, with which the Man-hood shines, is for us, and our advantage.
so of our personal advancement too, as many of us as belong to christ. For all the Glory of the Godhead, with which the Manhood shines, is for us, and our advantage.
av pp-f po12 j n1 av, c-acp d pp-f pno12 p-acp vvi p-acp np1. p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, vbz p-acp pno12, cc po12 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5078
If he sanctifie himself, it is for our sakes, as his own expression is. And so if he glorifie himself, it is for our sakes too.
If he sanctify himself, it is for our sakes, as his own expression is. And so if he Glorify himself, it is for our sakes too.
cs pns31 vvb px31, pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n2, c-acp po31 d n1 vbz. cc av cs pns31 vvi px31, pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n2 av.
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5079
It is for our sakes that he prayes, And now, O Father, Glorifie me with thy self, with the Glory, &c. For all his Mediatour-ship throughout is with some respect to us.
It is for our sakes that he prays, And now, Oh Father, glorify me with thy self, with the Glory, etc. For all his Mediatorship throughout is with Some respect to us.
pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n2 cst pns31 vvz, cc av, uh n1, vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp dt n1, av p-acp d po31 n1 a-acp vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12.
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5080
And so it is for our sakes that this unparalelled and matchless Glory is conferred upon him.
And so it is for our sakes that this unparalleled and matchless Glory is conferred upon him.
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n2 cst d j cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31.
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5081
Why, you will ask me, what is our advantage by it? I answer, It is very great,
Why, you will ask me, what is our advantage by it? I answer, It is very great,
uh-crq, pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp pn31? pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz av j,
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5082
for we poor men (if we be members of the Lord Christ,) do share in this incomparable Glory of the Man-hood of our Saviour,
for we poor men (if we be members of the Lord christ,) do share in this incomparable Glory of the Manhood of our Saviour,
c-acp pns12 j n2 (cs pns12 vbb n2 pp-f dt n1 np1,) vdb vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5083
and that partly in fruition, and partly in assured expectation.
and that partly in fruition, and partly in assured expectation.
cc cst av p-acp n1, cc av p-acp j-vvn n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
654
Page 174
5084
First, Partly in Fruition, for the present we share in this incomparable Glory of the Manhood of our Saviour.
First, Partly in Fruition, for the present we share in this incomparable Glory of the Manhood of our Saviour.
ord, av p-acp n1, p-acp dt j pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5085
For as the Man-hood of our Saviour shareth in the glory of the God-head;
For as the Manhood of our Saviour shareth in the glory of the Godhead;
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5086
so we, my Brethren, share in the Glory communicated from the God-head to the Man-hood of our Saviour, by reason of our Union to them both in the person of Christ Jesus.
so we, my Brothers, share in the Glory communicated from the Godhead to the Manhood of our Saviour, by reason of our union to them both in the person of christ jesus.
av pns12, po11 n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno32 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5087
And even as we are punisht, in that Christ is punisht; and sanctified, in that Christ is sanctified;
And even as we Are punished, in that christ is punished; and sanctified, in that christ is sanctified;
cc av c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp cst np1 vbz vvn; cc vvn, p-acp cst np1 vbz vvn;
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5088
so we are glorified, in that Christ is glorified.
so we Are glorified, in that christ is glorified.
av pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp cst np1 vbz vvn.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5089
We shine with the incomparable and dazling Lustre of the God-head, in that Christ shines with it.
We shine with the incomparable and dazzling Lustre of the Godhead, in that christ shines with it.
pns12 vvb p-acp dt j cc vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp cst np1 vvz p-acp pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5090
And as we sit in Christ in heavenly places, Eph. 2.6.And as we fit in christ in heavenly places, Ephesians 2.6.
cc c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, np1 crd.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5091
so we are glorified in Christ with the same glory which he had with God the Father before the world was,
so we Are glorified in christ with the same glory which he had with God the Father before the world was,
av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds,
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5092
because he is invested with it, as our Head in our flesh, on our behalf.
Because he is invested with it, as our Head in our Flesh, on our behalf.
c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp po12 n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 174
5094
In him we took possession of it.
In him we took possession of it.
p-acp pno31 pns12 vvd n1 pp-f pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 175
5095
So near and so indissoluble is the union between Christ and us, that the Divine and Godlike glory wherewithal he shines is truly ours.
So near and so indissoluble is the Union between christ and us, that the Divine and Godlike glory wherewithal he shines is truly ours.
av av-j cc av j vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12, cst dt j-jn cc j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz vbz av-j png12.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 175
5096
The members cannot choose but share in the glory of the head.
The members cannot choose but share in the glory of the head.
dt n2 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
655
Page 175
5097
Secondly, we share in this incomparable glory of the Manhood of our Saviour by assured expectation.
Secondly, we share in this incomparable glory of the Manhood of our Saviour by assured expectation.
ord, pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp j-vvn n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
656
Page 175
5098
For as his glory (in answer to the Prayer of our Saviour) is now already communicated to the Manhood,
For as his glory (in answer to the Prayer of our Saviour) is now already communicated to the Manhood,
p-acp p-acp po31 n1 (p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1) vbz av av vvn p-acp dt n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
656
Page 175
5099
so far as it is capable of it.
so Far as it is capable of it.
av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j pp-f pn31.
(26) part (DIV2)
656
Page 175
5100
So we are certain that the glory of the Man-hood of our Saviour shall one day be communicated to us,
So we Are certain that the glory of the Manhood of our Saviour shall one day be communicated to us,
av pns12 vbr j cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb crd n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno12,
(26) part (DIV2)
656
Page 175
5101
so far as we are able to receive it. We know that when he shall appear we shall be like him.
so Far as we Are able to receive it. We know that when he shall appear we shall be like him.
av av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31. pns12 vvb cst c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31.
(26) part (DIV2)
656
Page 175
5102
And that these vile bodies shall be conformed to his glorious body, Phil. 3.21. And this should have a double operation and effect upon us.
And that these vile bodies shall be conformed to his glorious body, Philip 3.21. And this should have a double operation and Effect upon us.
cc cst d j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1, np1 crd. cc d vmd vhi dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12.
(26) part (DIV2)
656
Page 175
5103
1. First it should make us to despise the shame of this world, though we be trampled under foot,
1. First it should make us to despise the shame of this world, though we be trampled under foot,
crd ord pn31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1,
(26) part (DIV2)
657
Page 175
5104
and made the dung and the off-scouring of the Earth;
and made the dung and the offscouring of the Earth;
cc vvd dt n1 cc dt j pp-f dt n1;
(26) part (DIV2)
657
Page 175
5105
as this is many times the portion of the Saints, our spirits should not droop or sink within us.
as this is many times the portion of the Saints, our spirits should not droop or sink within us.
c-acp d vbz d n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n2, po12 n2 vmd xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12.
(26) part (DIV2)
657
Page 175
5106
No, we should bear them up, in spight of all the ignominy and contempt that men pour out upon us,
No, we should bear them up, in spite of all the ignominy and contempt that men pour out upon us,
uh-dx, pns12 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 cst n2 vvb av p-acp pno12,
(26) part (DIV2)
657
Page 175
5107
and all the venom that they spit against us. We should endure the reproach, and despise the shame, while we think of this glory.
and all the venom that they spit against us. We should endure the reproach, and despise the shame, while we think of this glory.
cc d dt n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp pno12. pns12 vmd vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vvb pp-f d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
657
Page 175
5108
We should not reckon of a little undeserved shame with men, while we consider that we shall shortly shine with the glory of God.
We should not reckon of a little undeserved shame with men, while we Consider that we shall shortly shine with the glory of God.
pns12 vmd xx vvi pp-f dt j j n1 p-acp n2, cs pns12 vvb cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(26) part (DIV2)
657
Page 175
5109
2. Secondly it should cause us so to walk, that we be not in any thing a shame to Christ, whom God hath made so glorious,
2. Secondly it should cause us so to walk, that we be not in any thing a shame to christ, whom God hath made so glorious,
crd ord pn31 vmd vvi pno12 av pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vbb xx p-acp d n1 dt n1 p-acp np1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn av j,
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5110
and who will shortly make us so glorious.
and who will shortly make us so glorious.
cc r-crq vmb av-j vvi pno12 av j.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5111
In whom the humane nature is advanced to such honour, as to partake of the glory of the Godhead.
In whom the humane nature is advanced to such honour, as to partake of the glory of the Godhead.
p-acp ro-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5112
Mark what the Apostle saith, Shall I take the members of Christ and make them the members of an harlot? So may I say on this occasion, shall I take the nature of Christ, the Nature which our Saviour in his Person hath so highly dignified,
Mark what the Apostle Says, Shall I take the members of christ and make them the members of an harlot? So may I say on this occasion, shall I take the nature of christ, the Nature which our Saviour in his Person hath so highly dignified,
n1 q-crq dt n1 vvz, vmb pns11 vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 cc vvi pno32 dt n2 pp-f dt n1? av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d n1, vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz av av-j vvn,
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5113
and make it in my person, the nature of a Devil? Suppose a Prince should marry with a mean woman, would he endure to see those of her nearest kindred, her Brethren and her Sisters live like Scullions and like Strumpets in his own eye? Now Christ my Brethren hath assumed our Nature into a nearer union with himself then that of marriage, a union which death it self was not able to dissolve.
and make it in my person, the nature of a devil? Suppose a Prince should marry with a mean woman, would he endure to see those of her nearest kindred, her Brothers and her Sisters live like Scullions and like Strumpets in his own eye? Now christ my Brothers hath assumed our Nature into a nearer Union with himself then that of marriage, a Union which death it self was not able to dissolve.
cc vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vvb dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1, vmd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi d pp-f po31 js n1, po31 n2 cc po31 n2 vvb av-j n2 cc j n2 p-acp po31 d n1? av np1 po11 n1 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp px31 cs d pp-f n1, dt n1 r-crq n1 pn31 n1 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5114
For when the soul was separated from the body, the Godhead was not separated from the one or from the other.
For when the soul was separated from the body, the Godhead was not separated from the one or from the other.
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt crd cc p-acp dt n-jn.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5115
It was the Lord that lay buryed in the grave, and he that ascended into heaven, was the same that came down from heaven.
It was the Lord that lay buried in the grave, and he that ascended into heaven, was the same that Come down from heaven.
pn31 vbds dt n1 cst vvd vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 cst vvd p-acp n1, vbds dt d cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5116
And shall we then defile this nature by wantonness, intemperance and vile affections, which Jesus Christ hath so honoured, to take into so neer a union with himself,
And shall we then defile this nature by wantonness, intemperance and vile affections, which jesus christ hath so honoured, to take into so near a Union with himself,
cc vmb pns12 av vvb d n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc j n2, r-crq np1 np1 vhz av vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp av av-j dt n1 p-acp px31,
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5117
and to cause it to partake of the glory of the Godhead? Especially if we expect hereafter in our persons to partake of this glory.
and to cause it to partake of the glory of the Godhead? Especially if we expect hereafter in our Persons to partake of this glory.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av-j cs pns12 vvb av p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5118
Oh let us learn to keep our vessels in all holiness and honour.
O let us Learn to keep our vessels in all holiness and honour.
uh vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5119
And as we look hereafter to be like him, so in the mean time let us purifie our selves as he is pure.
And as we look hereafter to be like him, so in the mean time let us purify our selves as he is pure.
cc c-acp pns12 vvb av pc-acp vbi av-j pno31, av p-acp dt j n1 vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 c-acp pns31 vbz j.
(26) part (DIV2)
658
Page 175
5120
JOHN 17.6. I have manifested thy Name unto the men which, &c. WE have been very long upon the first Part of our Saviours Prayer, and now at length it is ended and dispatched.JOHN 17.6. I have manifested thy Name unto the men which, etc. WE have been very long upon the First Part of our Saviors Prayer, and now At length it is ended and dispatched.
np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq, av pns12 vhb vbn av av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cc av p-acp n1 pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
658
Page 176
5121
Charity begins at home, and so our Saviour Christ began with his Petitions for himself.
Charity begins At home, and so our Saviour christ began with his Petitions for himself.
n1 vvz p-acp n1-an, cc av po12 n1 np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp px31.
(27) part (DIV2)
660
Page 176
5122
For that hath been the substance of his Prayer hitherto, that as he hath been humbled and abased with men,
For that hath been the substance of his Prayer hitherto, that as he hath been humbled and abased with men,
p-acp d vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av, cst c-acp pns31 vhz vbn vvn cc vvd p-acp n2,
(27) part (DIV2)
660
Page 176
5123
so now he might be glorified with his Father. And this he urges very hard with many pressing arguments;
so now he might be glorified with his Father. And this he urges very hard with many pressing Arguments;
av av pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1. cc d pns31 vvz av av-j p-acp d j-vvg n2;
(27) part (DIV2)
660
Page 176
5124
and so he ceases to solicite any further for himself. Charity begins at home, as I have said, but it doth not end there;
and so he ceases to solicit any further for himself. Charity begins At home, as I have said, but it does not end there;
cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d av-jc p-acp px31. n1 vvz p-acp n1-an, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, cc-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi a-acp;
(27) part (DIV2)
660
Page 176
5125
Our Saviour is not satisfied to put up his Petitions to his Father for himself, but in the next place he becomes a Suitor also for his Church.
Our Saviour is not satisfied to put up his Petitions to his Father for himself, but in the next place he becomes a Suitor also for his Church.
po12 n1 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 av p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5126
And here he prayes for his Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church.
And Here he prays for his Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church.
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5127
And then for those who were after to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church to come.
And then for those who were After to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church to come.
cc av p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 vvg, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5128
In the first place he prayes for his Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church, who were already called and sanctified, whom God had given him out of the world.
In the First place he prays for his Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the present Church, who were already called and sanctified, whom God had given him out of the world.
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbdr av vvn cc vvn, ro-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5129
I pray for them (saith he) I pray not for the world. I pray for them (Says he) I pray not for the world.
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5130
In the second place, he prays for those who were after to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church that was to come, in vers. 20. and so on to the conclusion of the Chapter, Neither pray I for these alone,
In the second place, he prays for those who were After to be called by their preaching, the members of the Church that was to come, in vers. 20. and so on to the conclusion of the Chapter, Neither pray I for these alone,
p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 vvg, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds pc-acp vvi, p-acp fw-la. crd cc av a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-dx vvb pns11 p-acp d j,
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5131
but for them also that shall believe on me through their word. but for them also that shall believe on me through their word.
cc-acp p-acp pno32 av cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
661
Page 176
5132
I must at this time make a little entrance upon our Saviours Prayer in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, who were present with him.
I must At this time make a little Entrance upon our Saviors Prayer in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, who were present with him.
pns11 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbdr j p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
662
Page 176
5133
They were very near to him, they were waiting then upon him, they were converted immediately by himself,
They were very near to him, they were waiting then upon him, they were converted immediately by himself,
pns32 vbdr av av-j p-acp pno31, pns32 vbdr vvg av p-acp pno31, pns32 vbdr vvn av-j p-acp px31,
(27) part (DIV2)
662
Page 176
5134
and called by his own word, and therefore they have the precedency and the preferment in his Prayer.
and called by his own word, and Therefore they have the precedency and the preferment in his Prayer.
cc vvn p-acp po31 d n1, cc av pns32 vhb dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
662
Page 176
5135
And here we have to be considered, First the preparation to it, and secondly the matter of it.
And Here we have to be considered, First the preparation to it, and secondly the matter of it.
cc av pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi vvn, ord dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc ord dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5136
The preparation to this Prayer of our Saviour in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples;
The preparation to this Prayer of our Saviour in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples;
dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2;
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5137
Discovers first, what he himself had done in reference to them. And then what they had done in reference to him.
Discovers First, what he himself had done in Referente to them. And then what they had done in Referente to him.
vvz ord, r-crq pns31 px31 vhd vdn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. cc av r-crq pns32 vhd vdn p-acp n1 p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5138
What they were, both in relation to himself, and to his Father.
What they were, both in Relation to himself, and to his Father.
r-crq pns32 vbdr, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5139
And where they were, viz. In such a place wherein they stood in need of his Prayers.
And where they were, viz. In such a place wherein they stood in need of his Prayers.
cc c-crq pns32 vbdr, n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5140
These things are interwoven and commixt, and we must take them in our progress as we find them.
These things Are interwoven and commixed, and we must take them in our progress as we find them.
np1 n2 vbr vvn cc vvd, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n1 c-acp pns12 vvb pno32.
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5141
Only this would be considered, that all of them are premised by our Saviour, before he puts up one Petition for them, to shew what cause there was why they should be remembred in his Prayers.
Only this would be considered, that all of them Are premised by our Saviour, before he puts up one Petition for them, to show what cause there was why they should be remembered in his Prayers.
j d vmd vbi vvn, cst d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp crd vvb p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 a-acp vbds c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
663
Page 176
5142
Begin we with the first thing which our Saviour mentions by way of preparation to the Prayer which he makes for his Apostles and Disciples.
Begin we with the First thing which our Saviour mentions by Way of preparation to the Prayer which he makes for his Apostles and Disciples.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq po12 n1 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
664
Page 176
5143
I have manifested thy Name unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world. I have manifested thy Name unto the men which thou Gavest me out of the world.
pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
664
Page 176
5144
And here you may take notice with me of these two particulars. First;
And Here you may take notice with me of these two particulars. First;
cc av pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno11 pp-f d crd n2-j. ord;
(27) part (DIV2)
665
Page 176
5145
the action of our Saviour in reference to his Apostles and Disciples, of which he minds his Father here, I have manifested thy Name.
the actium of our Saviour in Referente to his Apostles and Disciples, of which he minds his Father Here, I have manifested thy Name.
dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 av, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
665
Page 177
5146
Secondly, the description of the persons to whom he had made known his Fathers Name, viz. the men which he had given him out of the world.
Secondly, the description of the Persons to whom he had made known his Father's Name, viz. the men which he had given him out of the world.
ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn vvn po31 ng1 n1, n1 dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
665
Page 177
5147
For opening of the former, we must examine and resolve what is intended by the Fathers Name, which Christ affirmeth here he had made known, I have manifested thy Name.
For opening of the former, we must examine and resolve what is intended by the Father's Name, which christ Affirmeth Here he had made known, I have manifested thy Name.
p-acp vvg pp-f dt j, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, r-crq np1 vvz av pns31 vhd vvn vvn, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
665
Page 177
5148
Some think the meaning to be only this, that he had made him known to his Apostles and Disciples, under the notion of a Father.
some think the meaning to be only this, that he had made him known to his Apostles and Disciples, under the notion of a Father.
d vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j d, cst pns31 vhd vvn pno31 vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
666
Page 177
5149
They knew him as a God before, and so did generally all the people of the Jews, but as a Father in his Son, they had no acquaintance with him.
They knew him as a God before, and so did generally all the people of the jews, but as a Father in his Son, they had no acquaintance with him.
pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 a-acp, cc av vdd av-j d dt n1 pp-f dt np2, p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
666
Page 177
5150
Now by this Name our Saviour had discovered him to those whom he had called and sanctified, he had brought them now to know him as a Father.
Now by this Name our Saviour had discovered him to those whom he had called and sanctified, he had brought them now to know him as a Father.
av p-acp d n1 po12 n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn, pns31 vhd vvn pno32 av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
666
Page 177
5151
This is the title he gives him all along from the beginning of his Prayer to the end, Father, Holy Father, Righteous Father, and the like.
This is the title he gives him all along from the beginning of his Prayer to the end, Father, Holy Father, Righteous Father, and the like.
d vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz pno31 av-d a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, n1, j n1, j n1, cc dt j.
(27) part (DIV2)
666
Page 177
5152
This is the name by which he represents him unto his Apostles and Disciples, and under which he would have them to conceive and apprehend him,
This is the name by which he represents him unto his Apostles and Disciples, and under which he would have them to conceive and apprehend him,
d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31,
(27) part (DIV2)
666
Page 177
6063
so as to work the smallest change, or the least amendment in them.
so as to work the Smallest change, or the least amendment in them.
av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt js n1, cc dt ds n1 p-acp pno32.
(30) part (DIV2)
784
Page 210
5153
as a Father to his Son, and as a Father to themselves in him, and this is that which he intends (as some conceive) in this profession, I have manifested thy Name, &c.
as a Father to his Son, and as a Father to themselves in him, and this is that which he intends (as Some conceive) in this profession, I have manifested thy Name, etc.
c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp px32 p-acp pno31, cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz (c-acp d vvb) p-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1, av
(27) part (DIV2)
666
Page 177
5154
This is something (I acknowledge) yea, this is very much of that which he intends,
This is something (I acknowledge) yea, this is very much of that which he intends,
d vbz pi (pns11 vvb) uh, d vbz av av-d pp-f d r-crq pns31 vvz,
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5155
but yet I think it is not all.
but yet I think it is not all.
cc-acp av pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx d.
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5156
The Name of God in general is all that makes him known to men, wherein soever the nature,
The Name of God in general is all that makes him known to men, wherein soever the nature,
dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz d cst vvz pno31 vvn p-acp n2, c-crq av dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5157
or the will of God, or whatsoever else of God can be imagined or conceived, is discovered and made known, all this is intimated by the Name of God.
or the will of God, or whatsoever Else of God can be imagined or conceived, is discovered and made known, all this is intimated by the Name of God.
cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc r-crq av pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, vbz vvn cc vvd vvn, d d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5158
So that our Saviour in my Text, in saying he had manifested Gods Name, saith in effect, that he had fully manifested and revealed his Father to his people.
So that our Saviour in my Text, in saying he had manifested God's Name, Says in Effect, that he had Fully manifested and revealed his Father to his people.
av cst po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, p-acp vvg pns31 vhd vvn npg1 n1, vvz p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhd av-j vvn cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5159
So that there was nothing of him necessary to be known, which he had concealed from them.
So that there was nothing of him necessary to be known, which he had concealed from them.
av cst pc-acp vbds pix pp-f pno31 j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32.
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5160
He had not hid one letter of his Name from them. So that the point to be observed is this.
He had not hid one Letter of his Name from them. So that the point to be observed is this.
pns31 vhd xx vvn crd n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32. av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5161
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ hath made an absolute, compleat and full discovery of his Father to his people.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ hath made an absolute, complete and full discovery of his Father to his people.
n1. cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt j, j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
667
Page 177
5162
The Name of God sometimes imports his Nature, sometimes his Titles, sometimes his Attributes, sometimes his Ordinances,
The Name of God sometime imports his Nature, sometime his Titles, sometime his Attributes, sometime his Ordinances,
dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz po31 n1, av po31 n2, av po31 n2, av po31 n2,
(27) part (DIV2)
668
Page 177
5163
and sometimes his works, as I could give you instances of all these. And all of these our Saviour had laid open fully to his Apostles and Disciples,
and sometime his works, as I could give you instances of all these. And all of these our Saviour had laid open Fully to his Apostles and Disciples,
cc av po31 n2, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 n2 pp-f d d. cc d pp-f d po12 n1 vhd vvn j av-j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2,
(27) part (DIV2)
668
Page 177
5164
as he professes to his Father here, I have manifested thy Name unto the men which thou hast given me out of the world.
as he Professes to his Father Here, I have manifested thy Name unto the men which thou hast given me out of the world.
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
668
Page 177
5165
And this is that which the Evangelist affirmeth of him, Ioh. 1.18. No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
And this is that which the Evangelist Affirmeth of him, John 1.18. No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt np1 vvz pp-f pno31, np1 crd. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, dt av-j vvn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 177
5166
Observe it well, it is not said he hath declared something of him, but he hath declared him.
Observe it well, it is not said he hath declared something of him, but he hath declared him.
vvb pn31 av, pn31 vbz xx j-vvn pns31 vhz vvn pi pp-f pno31, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 177
5167
Declared him wholly and compleatly, all that is declarable of him he hath made known to his people.
Declared him wholly and completely, all that is declarable of him he hath made known to his people.
vvn pno31 av-jn cc av-j, d cst vbz j pp-f pno31 pns31 vhz vvn vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5168
The protestation which he makes to his Apostles, when he was about to leave them, runs very much to this purpose, Joh. 15.15. All that I have heard of my Father, not from my Father, but of my Father, I have made it known to you.
The protestation which he makes to his Apostles, when he was about to leave them, runs very much to this purpose, John 15.15. All that I have herd of my Father, not from my Father, but of my Father, I have made it known to you.
dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, vvz av av-d p-acp d n1, np1 crd. d cst pns11 vhb vvn pp-f po11 n1, xx p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 vvn p-acp pn22.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5169
Whatsoever I have been informed in concerning my Father, at least as Mediator, and as the Prophet of my Church, I have discovered it to you.
Whatsoever I have been informed in Concerning my Father, At least as Mediator, and as the Prophet of my Church, I have discovered it to you.
r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp vvg po11 n1, p-acp ds p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp pn22.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5170
I have been very faithful to you in the business, whatsoever hath been shewn me of my Father,
I have been very faithful to you in the business, whatsoever hath been shown me of my Father,
pns11 vhb vbn av j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz vbn vvn pno11 pp-f po11 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5171
for your instruction and your information, I have not kept one whit from you. I shall add no more for proof, that I may have time to shew you,
for your instruction and your information, I have not kept one whit from you. I shall add no more for proof, that I may have time to show you,
p-acp po22 n1 cc po22 n1, pns11 vhb xx vvn crd n1 p-acp pn22. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1, cst pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pn22,
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5172
How Jesus Christ hath made this full discovery, and then why Jesus Christ hath made this full discovery of his Father to his people.
How jesus christ hath made this full discovery, and then why jesus christ hath made this full discovery of his Father to his people.
c-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn d j n1, cc av c-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn d j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5173
And in pursuance of the latter, I shall examine and resolve why Jesus Christ, and none but he hath made it.
And in pursuance of the latter, I shall examine and resolve why jesus christ, and none but he hath made it.
cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt d, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvb c-crq np1 np1, cc pix cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5174
And in the second place, why the discovery he hath made is such an absolute and full discovery.
And in the second place, why the discovery he hath made is such an absolute and full discovery.
cc p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn vbz d dt j cc j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
669
Page 178
5175
As for the first of these, how Jesus Christ hath made such a discovery of his Father.
As for the First of these, how jesus christ hath made such a discovery of his Father.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, c-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
670
Page 178
5176
This will be necessary to be known, for the distincter understanding of the point: And he hath made it principally three ways:
This will be necessary to be known, for the distincter understanding of the point: And he hath made it principally three ways:
d vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1: cc pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av-j crd n2:
(27) part (DIV2)
670
Page 178
5177
by his Personal appearance in the flesh; by his Word; and by his Spirit.
by his Personal appearance in the Flesh; by his Word; and by his Spirit.
p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp po31 n1; cc p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
670
Page 178
5178
1. First by his Personal appearance in the flesh, our Saviour Christ hath made some discovery of his Father.
1. First by his Personal appearance in the Flesh, our Saviour christ hath made Some discovery of his Father.
crd ord p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, po12 n1 np1 vhz vvn d n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5179
Jesus Christ as he is Man, and as he hath assummed our Nature, is the Image and resemblance of his Father.
jesus christ as he is Man, and as he hath assummed our Nature, is the Image and resemblance of his Father.
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5180
And this is that which the Apostle aims at, when he saith, He is the Image of the invisible God, Col. 1.15.
And this is that which the Apostle aims At, when he Says, He is the Image of the invisible God, Col. 1.15.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5181
by which he intimates expresly, that however God be in himself invisible, yet there is some resemblance of him in the Lord Christ,
by which he intimates expressly, that however God be in himself invisible, yet there is Some resemblance of him in the Lord christ,
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av-j, cst c-acp np1 vbb p-acp px31 j, av pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 np1,
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5182
so that he may be seen in him.
so that he may be seen in him.
av cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5183
It's true indeed, that Jesus Christ as God is the invisible Image of God, and thus he is the very picture of the Father, Heb. 1.3.
It's true indeed, that jesus christ as God is the invisible Image of God, and thus he is the very picture of the Father, Hebrew 1.3.
pn31|vbz j av, cst np1 np1 p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5184
But as he hath assumed our flesh, he is the visible Image of God.
But as he hath assumed our Flesh, he is the visible Image of God.
cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5185
And this is clearly the Apostles meaning when he saith, He is the Image of the invisible God.
And this is clearly the Apostles meaning when he Says, He is the Image of the invisible God.
cc d vbz av-j dt n2 vvg c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5186
His purpose is not to declare how Jesus Christ is the invisible Image of God the Father from Eternity,
His purpose is not to declare how jesus christ is the invisible Image of God the Father from Eternity,
po31 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5187
but visible to us in time.
but visible to us in time.
cc-acp j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5188
And hence he saith not simply, who is the Image of God, but of the invisible God. In which there is a close Antithesis.
And hence he Says not simply, who is the Image of God, but of the invisible God. In which there is a close Antithesis.
cc av pns31 vvz xx av-j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pp-f dt j np1. p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dt j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5189
q. d. Having assumed our Nature, he is now become the visible Image of the invisible God. q. worser. Having assumed our Nature, he is now become the visible Image of the invisible God.
vvd. sy. vhg vvn po12 n1, pns31 vbz av vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5190
That God who is invisible, is made visible in him. And this is that which is suggested, Ioh. 1.18. No man hath seen God at any time, you may conceive it with the outward eye, the Son of Man who came out of the bosome of the Father hath declared him.
That God who is invisible, is made visible in him. And this is that which is suggested, John 1.18. No man hath seen God At any time, you may conceive it with the outward eye, the Son of Man who Come out of the bosom of the Father hath declared him.
cst np1 r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn j p-acp pno31. cc d vbz d r-crq vbz vvn, np1 crd. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5191
He hath discovered him in some respect to that eye.
He hath discovered him in Some respect to that eye.
pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5192
And therefore when our Saviour was incarnate, it is said, that God was manifested in the flesh, which is the object of the eye of sense, 1 Tim. 3.16.
And Therefore when our Saviour was incarnate, it is said, that God was manifested in the Flesh, which is the Object of the eye of sense, 1 Tim. 3.16.
cc av c-crq po12 n1 vbds j, pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5193
So that he that had looked upon him, might have seen the Father in him.
So that he that had looked upon him, might have seen the Father in him.
av cst pns31 cst vhd vvn p-acp pno31, vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5194
In which respect it is, that when Philip was so earnest to have the Father shewn him, our Saviour bid him to behold himself,
In which respect it is, that when Philip was so earnest to have the Father shown him, our Saviour bid him to behold himself,
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cst c-crq np1 vbds av j pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn pno31, po12 n1 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi px31,
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5195
and addeth presently, He that hath seen me hath seen the Father also, Joh. 14.9. This is the Vision mentioned in the Book of Iob, I know that my Redeemer, &c. yet in my flesh I shall see God.
and adds presently, He that hath seen me hath seen the Father also, John 14.9. This is the Vision mentioned in the Book of Job, I know that my Redeemer, etc. yet in my Flesh I shall see God.
cc vvz av-j, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno11 vhz vvn dt n1 av, np1 crd. d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb cst po11 n1, av av p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vmb vvi np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5196
Not in my spirit, or my understanding only, but my flesh: yea, and I shall look on him, not with other,
Not in my Spirit, or my understanding only, but my Flesh: yea, and I shall look on him, not with other,
xx p-acp po11 n1, cc po11 n1 av-j, cc-acp po11 n1: uh, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, xx p-acp n-jn,
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 178
5197
but with these same eyes. Which can be no other way, but in the glorified Body of Christ.
but with these same eyes. Which can be no other Way, but in the glorified Body of christ.
cc-acp p-acp d d n2. r-crq vmb vbi dx j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
671
Page 179
5198
2. Secondly Christ hath made a discovery of his Father by his Word, and by his Gospel.
2. Secondly christ hath made a discovery of his Father by his Word, and by his Gospel.
crd ord np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5199
There he hath shewed him forth to men, so far as it is necessary that he should be known by them.
There he hath showed him forth to men, so Far as it is necessary that he should be known by them.
a-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av p-acp n2, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5200
And this is partly intimated in that speech of his to Philip, Joh. 14.9, 10. How saist thou shew us the Father? Believest thou not that I am in the Father;
And this is partly intimated in that speech of his to Philip, John 14.9, 10. How Sayest thou show us the Father? Believest thou not that I am in the Father;
cc d vbz av vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp vvi, np1 crd, crd q-crq vv2 pns21 vvi pno12 dt n1? vv2 pns21 xx cst pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1;
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5201
and the Father in me? The words that I speak unto you, I speak not of my self, saith Christ. and the Father in me? The words that I speak unto you, I speak not of my self, Says christ.
cc dt n1 p-acp pno11? dt n2 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb xx pp-f po11 n1, vvz np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5202
My manner is not to be speaking to you of my self so much, as of my Father,
My manner is not to be speaking to you of my self so much, as of my Father,
po11 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp pn22 pp-f po11 n1 av av-d, c-acp pp-f po11 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5203
nor to advance my self so much, as to set up my Father upon all occasions.
nor to advance my self so much, as to Set up my Father upon all occasions.
ccx pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av av-d, c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5204
And how then is it that you that have so long conversed with me, and have heard so much from me, are yet so unacquainted with my Father? If you observe the manner of our Saviours teaching and discoursing, you shall find that he insisted very much on matters that concerned his Father, he was always talking of him, especially when he was drawing near his passion,
And how then is it that you that have so long conversed with me, and have herd so much from me, Are yet so unacquainted with my Father? If you observe the manner of our Saviors teaching and discoursing, you shall find that he insisted very much on matters that concerned his Father, he was always talking of him, especially when he was drawing near his passion,
cc q-crq av vbz pn31 cst pn22 cst vhb av av-j vvn p-acp pno11, cc vhb vvn av av-d p-acp pno11, vbr av av j p-acp po11 n1? cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n-vvg cc vvg, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvd av av-d p-acp n2 cst vvd po31 n1, pns31 vbds av vvg pp-f pno31, av-j c-crq pns31 vbds vvg av-j po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5205
and ready to depart from his Disciples, he laboured very much to make his Father better known to them.
and ready to depart from his Disciples, he laboured very much to make his Father better known to them.
cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvd av av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-jc vvn p-acp pno32.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5206
And when he was about to leave them, he professed that he had perfectly acquainted them with all things that concern his Father,
And when he was about to leave them, he professed that he had perfectly acquainted them with all things that concern his Father,
cc c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vvd cst pns31 vhd av-j vvn pno32 p-acp d n2 cst vvb po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5207
so far as they were come to his knowledge for the instruction and the information of his people.
so Far as they were come to his knowledge for the instruction and the information of his people.
av av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5208
Indeed the word of Christ, the Gospel, containeth in it all things that are necessary to be known of God the Father,
Indeed the word of christ, the Gospel, Containeth in it all things that Are necessary to be known of God the Father,
np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1, vvz p-acp pn31 d n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5209
whether his Nature, or his Will, or his Son, or his Spirit, &c. And therefore it is said, that it is able (of it self without addition) to make us wise unto salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15. This is a perfect and a full discovery, so that we need no other knowledge of the Lord to bring us to salvation then that which is revealed to us in the Scripture.
whither his Nature, or his Will, or his Son, or his Spirit, etc. And Therefore it is said, that it is able (of it self without addition) to make us wise unto salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15. This is a perfect and a full discovery, so that we need no other knowledge of the Lord to bring us to salvation then that which is revealed to us in the Scripture.
cs po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1, av cc av pn31 vbz vvn, cst pn31 vbz j (pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp n1) pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. d vbz dt j cc dt j n1, av cst pns12 vvb dx j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 av cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
672
Page 179
5330
if an Angel dropt from Heaven teach us any other Doctrine, he must not be believed, but accursed.
if an Angel dropped from Heaven teach us any other Doctrine, he must not be believed, but accursed.
cs dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 vvb pno12 d j-jn n1, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc-acp vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5210
3. Thirdly Christ makes a full discovery of his Father by his Spirit. And this is that which is the Complement of all in this business.
3. Thirdly christ makes a full discovery of his Father by his Spirit. And this is that which is the Compliment of all in this business.
crd ord np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. cc d vbz d r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
673
Page 179
5211
Indeed there is a full discovery of him in the Word, materially there is nothing wanting there;
Indeed there is a full discovery of him in the Word, materially there is nothing wanting there;
np1 a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1, av-jn pc-acp vbz pix vvg pc-acp;
(27) part (DIV2)
673
Page 179
5212
But it is not full to us without the revelation of the Spirit. Christ shews his Father there, in all his glory, excellency, over-flowing love to his people.
But it is not full to us without the Revelation of the Spirit. christ shows his Father there, in all his glory, excellency, overflowing love to his people.
cc-acp pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 vvz po31 n1 a-acp, p-acp d po31 n1, n1, j n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
673
Page 179
5213
But if the Spirit do not cure the blindness of our eyes, and open them, and take away the vail that is upon them, we can never see him.
But if the Spirit do not cure the blindness of our eyes, and open them, and take away the Vail that is upon them, we can never see him.
p-acp cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc vvi pno32, cc vvb av dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb av-x vvi pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
673
Page 179
5214
It is the Comforter the holy Ghost that teaches all things, conceive it efficaciously and with success, Ioh. 14.28. who comes out from the Father, and makes known the Fathers Name to his people.
It is the Comforter the holy Ghost that Teaches all things, conceive it efficaciously and with success, John 14.28. who comes out from the Father, and makes known the Father's Name to his people.
pn31 vbz dt n1 dt j n1 cst vvz d n2, vvb pn31 av-j cc p-acp n1, np1 crd. q-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1, cc vvz vvn dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
673
Page 179
5215
Thus we have seen how Jesus Christ makes this discovery. Now let us see why Jesus Christ makes this discovery of his Father;
Thus we have seen how jesus christ makes this discovery. Now let us see why jesus christ makes this discovery of his Father;
av pns12 vhb vvn c-crq np1 np1 vvz d n1. av vvb pno12 vvi c-crq np1 np1 vvz d n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(27) part (DIV2)
673
Page 179
5216
And here you may remember I propounded two things. First why Jesus Christ and none but he makes this discovery:
And Here you may Remember I propounded two things. First why jesus christ and none but he makes this discovery:
cc av pn22 vmb vvi pns11 vvd crd n2. ord c-crq np1 np1 cc pi cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1:
(27) part (DIV2)
674
Page 179
5217
And secondly why the discovery which he makes, is such an absolute and full discovery.
And secondly why the discovery which he makes, is such an absolute and full discovery.
cc ord r-crq dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, vbz d dt j cc j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
674
Page 179
5218
1. First, as for the first of these, Why Jesus Christ and none but he makes this discovery.
1. First, as for the First of these, Why jesus christ and none but he makes this discovery.
crd ord, c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, c-crq np1 np1 cc pi cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
675
Page 179
5219
There are two weighty reasons for it: For first, none but he is able. And next, none but he is fit to make it.
There Are two weighty Reasons for it: For First, none but he is able. And next, none but he is fit to make it.
pc-acp vbr crd j n2 p-acp pn31: c-acp ord, pix cc-acp pns31 vbz j. cc ord, pix cc-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
675
Page 179
5220
1. First none but Jesus Christ is able to make this full discovery of his Father;
1. First none but jesus christ is able to make this full discovery of his Father;
crd ord pi p-acp np1 np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 179
5221
For none but he is perfectly acquainted with him.
For none but he is perfectly acquainted with him.
c-acp pix cc-acp pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 179
5222
Alas all men are strangers to the Father, the worst men absolutely and in all respects, and the best in some measure.
Alas all men Are Strangers to the Father, the worst men absolutely and in all respects, and the best in Some measure.
np1 d n2 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, dt js n2 av-j cc p-acp d n2, cc dt js p-acp d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5223
And all the knowledge which any soul hath of him, it hath from Jesus Christ too.
And all the knowledge which any soul hath of him, it hath from jesus christ too.
cc d dt n1 r-crq d n1 vhz pp-f pno31, pn31 vhz p-acp np1 np1 av.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5224
But now my Brethren, Jesus Christ hath the full knowledge of his Father, he doth not know him outwardly alone,
But now my Brothers, jesus christ hath the full knowledge of his Father, he does not know him outwardly alone,
p-acp av po11 n2, np1 np1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31 av-j av-j,
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5225
but he knows his very heart, and the secrets of his bosom.
but he knows his very heart, and the secrets of his bosom.
cc-acp pns31 vvz po31 j n1, cc dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5226
And therefore he is said to lodge there, and so to be the only possible revealer of the Father to the world.
And Therefore he is said to lodge there, and so to be the only possible revealer of the Father to the world.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc av pc-acp vbi dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5227
No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him, Joh. 1.18.No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him, John 1.18.
dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, dt av-j vvn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5228
How is it possible for any one to make the Father known, unless he know him? Now this is proper and peculiar to the Son. No man knows the Father but the Son, that is, originally, primitively of himself,
How is it possible for any one to make the Father known, unless he know him? Now this is proper and peculiar to the Son. No man knows the Father but the Son, that is, originally, primitively of himself,
q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn, cs pns31 vvb pno31? av d vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1 dx n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, av-j, av-j pp-f px31,
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5286
Indeed we might have known him as an angry and a powerful God, we might know him as a Judge and an avenger without any help from Christ.
Indeed we might have known him as an angry and a powerful God, we might know him as a Judge and an avenger without any help from christ.
np1 pns12 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp dt j cc dt j np1, pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5229
and therefore it is added presently, and he to whom the Son will reveal him, Joh. 11.27. 2. Secondly as none but Christ is able, so none but Christ is fit to manifest his Father to his people.
and Therefore it is added presently, and he to whom the Son will reveal him, John 11.27. 2. Secondly as none but christ is able, so none but christ is fit to manifest his Father to his people.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cc pns31 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd. crd ord p-acp pix cc-acp np1 vbz j, av pix cc-acp np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
676
Page 180
5230
He is the only Mediator between God and man, there is but one, as the Apostle tells us,
He is the only Mediator between God and man, there is but one, as the Apostle tells us,
pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz cc-acp pi, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12,
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5231
and that is Christ, 1 Tim. 2.5.
and that is christ, 1 Tim. 2.5.
cc d vbz np1, crd np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5232
And therefore it is congruous that he should manage and transact the business, all the business between God and man, that all should go through his hands.
And Therefore it is congruous that he should manage and transact the business, all the business between God and man, that all should go through his hands.
cc av pn31 vbz j cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1, d dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, cst d vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5233
He is to make God friends with us, and to make us friends with God, the peace must be on both sides.
He is to make God Friends with us, and to make us Friends with God, the peace must be on both sides.
pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi np1 n2 p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 p-acp np1, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5234
And how shall he effect the latter, but by revealing and making known his Father to us, in all his beauty,
And how shall he Effect the latter, but by revealing and making known his Father to us, in all his beauty,
cc q-crq vmb pns31 vvi dt d, cc-acp p-acp vvg cc vvg vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp d po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5235
and his glory, and his excellency in himself;
and his glory, and his excellency in himself;
cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp px31;
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5236
in all the tenderness and dearness of his love to us, and so to joyn our hearts to him.
in all the tenderness and dearness of his love to us, and so to join our hearts to him.
p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5237
This latter is especially the Name of God, which Christ was (as a Saviour) to discover, viz. his attributes of Love and Mercy.
This latter is especially the Name of God, which christ was (as a Saviour) to discover, viz. his attributes of Love and Mercy.
d d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vbds (c-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi, n1 po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5238
This was the proper work of Christ indeed, to manifest this Name of God, all that is sweet and lovely in him to his people.
This was the proper work of christ indeed, to manifest this Name of God, all that is sweet and lovely in him to his people.
d vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1 av, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, d cst vbz j cc j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
677
Page 180
5239
This may suffice to let you know, why Jesus Christ and none but he makes this discovery of the Father to his people.
This may suffice to let you know, why jesus christ and none but he makes this discovery of the Father to his people.
d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb, c-crq np1 np1 cc pi cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
678
Page 180
5240
We have but one thing yet behind, why the discovery that he makes is such an absolute and full discovery? I give you but two reasons of it,
We have but one thing yet behind, why the discovery that he makes is such an absolute and full discovery? I give you but two Reasons of it,
pns12 vhb cc-acp crd n1 av a-acp, c-crq dt n1 cst pns31 vvz vbz d dt j cc j n1? pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp crd n2 pp-f pn31,
(27) part (DIV2)
679
Page 180
5241
and I have done for this time:
and I have done for this time:
cc pns11 vhb vdn p-acp d n1:
(27) part (DIV2)
679
Page 180
5242
he doth it in the first place that he may be faithful, and in the next place that discovery which he makes may be effectual.
he does it in the First place that he may be faithful, and in the next place that discovery which he makes may be effectual.
pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi j, cc p-acp dt ord n1 cst n1 r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vbi j.
(27) part (DIV2)
679
Page 180
5243
1. He makes a full discovery, that he may be faithful as the Prophet of his Church.
1. He makes a full discovery, that he may be faithful as the Prophet of his Church.
crd pns31 vvz dt j n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi j c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
680
Page 180
5244
For if he should not shew his Father to us fully, if he should hide any thing of God from us, which it concerneth us to know,
For if he should not show his Father to us Fully, if he should hide any thing of God from us, which it concerns us to know,
p-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12 av-j, cs pns31 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, r-crq pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi,
(27) part (DIV2)
680
Page 180
5245
how should he be a faithful Prophet to us? And even as if he should not make compleat and perfect satisfaction for us, he should not be a faithful Priest;
how should he be a faithful Prophet to us? And even as if he should not make complete and perfect satisfaction for us, he should not be a faithful Priest;
q-crq vmd pns31 vbb dt j n1 p-acp pno12? cc av c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi j cc j n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmd xx vbi dt j n1;
(27) part (DIV2)
680
Page 180
5246
So if he should not give compleat instruction to us, he should not be a faithful Prophet.
So if he should not give complete instruction to us, he should not be a faithful Prophet.
av cs pns31 vmd xx vvi j n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmd xx vbi dt j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
680
Page 180
5247
Indeed his Father hath appointed him, my Brethren, to make known his Name, every letter of his Name to his people,
Indeed his Father hath appointed him, my Brothers, to make known his Name, every Letter of his Name to his people,
np1 po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31, po11 n2, pc-acp vvi vvn po31 n1, d n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
680
Page 180
5248
and hence he gives him this account, when he is even about to leave the world. I have manifested, &c. 2. He makes a full discovery of his Father to his people, that the discovery which he makes may be effectual.
and hence he gives him this account, when he is even about to leave the world. I have manifested, etc. 2. He makes a full discovery of his Father to his people, that the discovery which he makes may be effectual.
cc av pns31 vvz pno31 d n1, c-crq pns31 vbz av a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1. pns11 vhb vvn, av crd pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vbi j.
(27) part (DIV2)
680
Page 180
5249
For if he should conceal the least particle, the least iota of his Fathers Name, which is required to be known necessitate medii, to salvation, all the rest that he revealeth would be in vain, it would be to no purpose.
For if he should conceal the least particle, the least iota of his Father's Name, which is required to be known necessitate medii, to salvation, all the rest that he Revealeth would be in vain, it would be to no purpose.
p-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi dt ds n1, dt av-ds fw-la pp-f po31 ng1 n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn n1 fw-la, p-acp n1, d dt n1 cst pns31 vvz vmd vbi p-acp j, pn31 vmd vbi pc-acp dx n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
681
Page 180
5250
If he make not a full discovery, (in the sense that I have said) it were as good that he made none at all.
If he make not a full discovery, (in the sense that I have said) it were as good that he made none At all.
cs pns31 vvb xx dt j n1, (p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn) pn31 vbdr p-acp j cst pns31 vvd pix p-acp av-d.
(27) part (DIV2)
681
Page 181
5251
And therefore that he may attain the end for which he came into the world,
And Therefore that he may attain the end for which he Come into the world,
cc av cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
681
Page 181
5252
for which he executes his Mediatorship in all the offices, and branches of it, even the Salvation of his people, he makes his Father so far known to every one of his, that nothing may be hidden from them;
for which he executes his Mediatorship in all the Offices, and branches of it, even the Salvation of his people, he makes his Father so Far known to every one of his, that nothing may be hidden from them;
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d dt n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31, av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av av-j vvn p-acp d crd pp-f png31, cst pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32;
(27) part (DIV2)
681
Page 181
5253
in the ignorance of which, whosoever dies, must perish.
in the ignorance of which, whosoever die, must perish.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq, r-crq vvz, vmb vvi.
(27) part (DIV2)
681
Page 181
5254
Now is it so, that Jesus Christ hath made an absolute, compleat, and full, &c. The less are they to be excused,
Now is it so, that jesus christ hath made an absolute, complete, and full, etc. The less Are they to be excused,
av vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt j, j, cc j, av dt av-dc vbr pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5255
and the more to be condemned, who yet continue ignorant of God, of his Nature, and his Will, notwithstanding this discovery.
and the more to be condemned, who yet continue ignorant of God, of his Nature, and his Will, notwithstanding this discovery.
cc dt dc pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq av vvb j pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n1, c-acp d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5256
Though Jesus Christ hath done so much to make his Father known to them, yet they continue wholly unacquainted with him.
Though jesus christ hath done so much to make his Father known to them, yet they continue wholly unacquainted with him.
cs np1 np1 vhz vdn av av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno32, av pns32 vvb av-jn j p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5257
They are meer strangers to the Father, they do not know so much as a Letter of his Name, which Christ hath made so manifest.
They Are mere Strangers to the Father, they do not know so much as a letter of his Name, which christ hath made so manifest.
pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn av j.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5258
And this is very evident, because they do not love him, they do not trust in him, which they would be sure to do,
And this is very evident, Because they do not love him, they do not trust in him, which they would be sure to do,
cc d vbz av j, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31, pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5259
if they did know the Name of God.
if they did know the Name of God.
cs pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5260
They that know thy Name will put their trust in thee, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 9.10.They that know thy Name will put their trust in thee, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 9.10.
pns32 d vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno21, vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5261
And so it may be said as well they that know thy Name will love thee,
And so it may be said as well they that know thy Name will love thee,
cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av pns32 cst vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5262
and they that know thy Name will fear thee.
and they that know thy Name will Fear thee.
cc pns32 cst vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5263
It is impossible but mens affections should be managed and moulded by their apprehensions, and that the principles which they have rooted in their understandings should have some influence, and operation on their hearts.
It is impossible but men's affections should be managed and moulded by their apprehensions, and that the principles which they have rooted in their understandings should have Some influence, and operation on their hearts.
pn31 vbz j p-acp ng2 n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc cst dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2 vmd vhi d n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5264
So that if men did but know the wrath of God, it could not be but they would fear him,
So that if men did but know the wrath of God, it could not be but they would Fear him,
av cst cs n2 vdd p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmd xx vbi cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi pno31,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5265
if they did know the power of God, and know it as engaged for them, it could not be but they would trust him and depend upon him.
if they did know the power of God, and know it as engaged for them, it could not be but they would trust him and depend upon him.
cs pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pn31 a-acp vvn p-acp pno32, pn31 vmd xx vbi cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5266
If they did know the love, and mercy, the beauty and the excellency of the Lord, it could not be but they would love him.
If they did know the love, and mercy, the beauty and the excellency of the Lord, it could not be but they would love him.
cs pns32 vdd vvi dt n1, cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmd xx vbi cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5267
But while they shew forth none of this, it is apparent that the Fathers Name (of which these are but divers Letters as it were) is utterly unknown to them.
But while they show forth none of this, it is apparent that the Father's Name (of which these Are but diverse Letters as it were) is utterly unknown to them.
p-acp cs pns32 vvb av pix pp-f d, pn31 vbz j cst dt ng1 n1 (pp-f r-crq d vbr p-acp j n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr) vbz av-j j p-acp pno32.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5287
But as a sweet and gracious Father, we had never known him, if Christ had not discovered him in such a way,
But as a sweet and gracious Father, we had never known him, if christ had not discovered him in such a Way,
cc-acp c-acp dt j cc j n1, pns12 vhd av-x vvn pno31, cs np1 vhd xx vvn pno31 p-acp d dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5268
Now, my Beloved, when the Lord shall be revealed from heaven, with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, to render vengeance unto them that know not God, what will become of those men? Alas their unacquaintance with him (now Christ hath shewed his Name so plainly) will be void of all excuse.
Now, my beloved, when the Lord shall be revealed from heaven, with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, to render vengeance unto them that know not God, what will become of those men? Alas their unacquaintance with him (now christ hath showed his Name so plainly) will be void of all excuse.
av, po11 j-vvn, c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp po31 j n2, p-acp j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f d n2? np1 po32 n1 p-acp pno31 (av np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 av av-j) vmb vbi j pp-f d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5269
If Jesus Christ had kept his Father close, if he had hid his Name, his Love, his Power, his Mercy,
If jesus christ had kept his Father close, if he had hid his Name, his Love, his Power, his Mercy,
cs np1 np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 av-j, cs pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5270
and the like, and had not manifested it to men, they might have pleaded something when the day of reckoning comes.
and the like, and had not manifested it to men, they might have pleaded something when the day of reckoning comes.
cc dt j, cc vhd xx vvn pn31 p-acp n2, pns32 vmd vhi vvn pi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5271
They might have said, alas it is no wonder that the Father is unknown to us,
They might have said, alas it is no wonder that the Father is unknown to us,
pns32 vmd vhi vvn, uh pn31 vbz dx n1 cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp pno12,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5272
for which way should we come to be acquainted with him? He dwells in light, that no man can approach unto, whom no man hath seen, or can see.
for which Way should we come to be acquainted with him? He dwells in Light, that no man can approach unto, whom no man hath seen, or can see.
p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31? pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cst dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp, ro-crq dx n1 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5273
But then Christ Jesus will be ready to reply, it was a great part of my errand and my business down into the world, to help men to the sight of him, to manifest his Name to men.
But then christ jesus will be ready to reply, it was a great part of my errand and my business down into the world, to help men to the sighed of him, to manifest his Name to men.
p-acp av np1 np1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc po11 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5274
And I have done it fully and compleatly, and therefore if you know him not, your sin is wilful,
And I have done it Fully and completely, and Therefore if you know him not, your since is wilful,
cc pns11 vhb vdn pn31 av-j cc av-j, cc av cs pn22 vvb pno31 xx, po22 n1 vbz j,
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5275
and your damnation must be heavy.
and your damnation must be heavy.
cc po22 n1 vmb vbi j.
(27) part (DIV2)
682
Page 181
5276
Is it so, that Jesus Christ hath made an absolute, &c. then let us bless and magnifie the Lord Christ, that he hath done this necessary work for us, that he hath shewed his Father,
Is it so, that jesus christ hath made an absolute, etc. then let us bless and magnify the Lord christ, that he hath done this necessary work for us, that he hath showed his Father,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt j, av av vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi dt n1 np1, cst pns31 vhz vdn d j n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 181
5277
and made known his Name to us.
and made known his Name to us.
cc vvd vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 181
5278
We are all of us by nature strangers to him, and of our selves we have no means to be acquainted with him.
We Are all of us by nature Strangers to him, and of our selves we have no means to be acquainted with him.
pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 p-acp n1 n2 p-acp pno31, cc pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5279
Indeed by nature we may come to have some knowledge of a God, as the Apostle speaks at large, Rom. 1. But the knowledge of the Father in reference to Jesus Christ,
Indeed by nature we may come to have Some knowledge of a God, as the Apostle speaks At large, Rom. 1. But the knowledge of the Father in Referente to jesus christ,
np1 p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f dt np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j, np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1,
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5280
and to his people, is another thing.
and to his people, is Another thing.
cc p-acp po31 n1, vbz j-jn n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5281
To know God as a Father to his Son Christ, and in and through Christ to us, to know him by this Name of his, is unattainable by any light but that which we receive from Christ himself.
To know God as a Father to his Son christ, and in and through christ to us, to know him by this Name of his, is unattainable by any Light but that which we receive from christ himself.
p-acp vvb np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1, cc p-acp cc p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, vbz j p-acp d n1 cc-acp cst r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 px31.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5282
So that unless he had discovered him, we had never known the Father, and so had perished everlastingly.
So that unless he had discovered him, we had never known the Father, and so had perished everlastingly.
av cst cs pns31 vhd vvn pno31, pns12 vhd av-x vvn dt n1, cc av vhd vvn av-j.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5283
No man knoweth the Father but the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him, Matth. 11.27.No man Knoweth the Father but the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him, Matthew 11.27.
dx n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5284
And therefore we are infinitely bound to Jesus Christ that he hath revealed him to us, that he hath made such an absolute and full discovery of his Father to his people, which if he had not done, they had continued strangers to him, both in this world,
And Therefore we Are infinitely bound to jesus christ that he hath revealed him to us, that he hath made such an absolute and full discovery of his Father to his people, which if he had not done, they had continued Strangers to him, both in this world,
cc av pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp np1 np1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vhz vvn d dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq cs pns31 vhd xx vdn, pns32 vhd vvn n2 p-acp pno31, av-d p-acp d n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5285
and in that which is to come.
and in that which is to come.
cc p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5288
and under such a notion to us.
and under such a notion to us.
cc p-acp d dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5331
To the Law and to the Testimony saith the Prophet, Isa. 8.20.To the Law and to the Testimony Says the Prophet, Isaiah 8.20.
p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5289
This Name of his none but Jesus Christ could teach us, we could have learned to spell and understand it of no other Master in this world.
This Name of his none but jesus christ could teach us, we could have learned to spell and understand it of no other Master in this world.
d n1 pp-f po31 pix cc-acp np1 np1 vmd vvi pno12, pns12 vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 pp-f dx j-jn n1 p-acp d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5290
And therefore we are bound the more to Christ, and his mercy is the greater, that he hath undertaken to instruct us,
And Therefore we Are bound the more to christ, and his mercy is the greater, that he hath undertaken to instruct us,
cc av pns12 vbr vvn dt av-dc p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 vbz dt jc, cst pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12,
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5291
and make us perfect in this sweet Lesson, which is indeed the first and greatest in the Primmer of Religion, the Name of the Father.
and make us perfect in this sweet lesson, which is indeed the First and greatest in the Primmer of Religion, the Name of the Father.
cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d j n1, r-crq vbz av dt ord cc js p-acp dt zz pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
683
Page 182
5292
Is it so, That Jesus Christ hath made an absolute, &c. Then let us be perswaded to address our selves to the performance of that necessary duty, which this so large so ample a discovery of the Father calls for.
Is it so, That jesus christ hath made an absolute, etc. Then let us be persuaded to address our selves to the performance of that necessary duty, which this so large so ample a discovery of the Father calls for.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt j, av av vvb pno12 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq d av j av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5293
viz. To grow up in the knowledge of him, and not to rest, till we be inwardly and throughly acquainted with him.viz. To grow up in the knowledge of him, and not to rest, till we be inwardly and thoroughly acquainted with him.
n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cc xx pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns12 vbb av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5294
That as the revelation of him in it self is very full, so it may be so to us too.
That as the Revelation of him in it self is very full, so it may be so to us too.
cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp pn31 n1 vbz av j, av pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno12 av.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5295
Beloved, Jesus Christ hath done his work as he professes to his Father in my Text, I have manifested thy Name, NONLATINALPHABET, I have brought it forth saith he, into the light,
beloved, jesus christ hath done his work as he Professes to his Father in my Text, I have manifested thy Name,, I have brought it forth Says he, into the Light,
j-vvn, np1 np1 vhz vdn po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1,, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 av vvz pns31, p-acp dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5296
and set it in open view, for so much that word imports.
and Set it in open view, for so much that word imports.
cc vvd pn31 p-acp j n1, c-acp av av-d cst n1 vvz.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5297
By which he intimateth, that his Fathers Name was like a rare and curious piece behinde a curtain,
By which he intimateth, that his Father's Name was like a rare and curious piece behind a curtain,
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cst po31 ng1 n1 vbds av-j dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5298
like a rich treasure covered, or a glorious Image vailed.
like a rich treasure covered, or a glorious Image veiled.
av-j dt j n1 vvn, cc dt j n1 vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5299
But now saith Christ, the vail is taken off, the covering is removed, the curtain drawn.
But now Says christ, the Vail is taken off, the covering is removed, the curtain drawn.
p-acp av vvz np1, dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, dt n-vvg vbz vvn, dt n1 vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5300
I have exposed my Fathers Name to the veiw of all my people.
I have exposed my Father's Name to the view of all my people.
pns11 vhb vvn po11 ng1 n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f d po11 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5301
This Christ hath done, you see, and now let us consider what we are to do.
This christ hath done, you see, and now let us Consider what we Are to do.
np1 np1 vhz vdn, pn22 vvb, cc av vvb pno12 vvi r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5302
No question he hath brought it forth that we might see it, that we might feed our eyes upon it, that we might grow up in the knowledge of his Fathers Name, of the dearness of his love,
No question he hath brought it forth that we might see it, that we might feed our eyes upon it, that we might grow up in the knowledge of his Father's Name, of the dearness of his love,
dx n1 pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av cst pns12 vmd vvi pn31, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5303
and the sweetness of his mercy, the tenderness and the abundance of his compassions unto poor lost creatures.
and the sweetness of his mercy, the tenderness and the abundance of his compassions unto poor lost creatures.
cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j j-vvn n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5304
This is the Name which Jesus Christ hath manifested to us that we might be acquainted with it.
This is the Name which jesus christ hath manifested to us that we might be acquainted with it.
d vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
684
Page 182
5305
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, let us not by neglecting this discovery, go about to frustrate Christ,
Now I beseech you, my beloved, let us not by neglecting this discovery, go about to frustrate christ,
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 xx p-acp vvg d n1, vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi np1,
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 182
5306
and do as much as in us lies to disappoint him of his purpose.
and do as much as in us lies to disappoint him of his purpose.
cc vdb c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 182
5307
Oh let us labour that our knowledge of the Name of God, may be in some sort answerable to the revelation that Jesus Christ hath made of it.
O let us labour that our knowledge of the Name of God, may be in Some sort answerable to the Revelation that jesus christ hath made of it.
uh vvb pno12 vvi cst po12 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi p-acp d n1 j p-acp dt n1 cst np1 np1 vhz vvn pp-f pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 182
5308
And that as we have (since our Saviours coming in the flesh) a fuller,
And that as we have (since our Saviors coming in the Flesh) a fuller,
cc d c-acp pns12 vhb (p-acp po12 ng1 vvg p-acp dt n1) dt jc,
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 183
5309
and a more compleat discovery of it then they in former ages had, we may accordingly exceed and go beyond them in the knowledge of it too.
and a more complete discovery of it then they in former ages had, we may accordingly exceed and go beyond them in the knowledge of it too.
cc dt av-dc j n1 pp-f pn31 cs pns32 p-acp j n2 vhd, pns12 vmb av-vvg vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av.
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 183
5310
We may know more of God, especially of his love, and of his mercy to his people in his Son, then they did.
We may know more of God, especially of his love, and of his mercy to his people in his Son, then they did.
pns12 vmb vvi dc pp-f np1, av-j pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns32 vdd.
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 183
5311
Or if it be not so, to what end is the pains that Christ hath taken to manifest his Fathers Name to us? Oh let us be ashamed to come behind the Saints of the Old Testament in the knowledge of this Name, who came behind us in the means of this knowledge.
Or if it be not so, to what end is the pains that christ hath taken to manifest his Father's Name to us? O let us be ashamed to come behind the Saints of the Old Testament in the knowledge of this Name, who Come behind us in the means of this knowledge.
cc cs pn31 vbb xx av, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1 p-acp pno12? uh vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
685
Page 183
5312
Is it so, That Jesus Christ hath made an absolute, &c. Then let us satisfie our selves with the discovery he hath made.
Is it so, That jesus christ hath made an absolute, etc. Then let us satisfy our selves with the discovery he hath made.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt j, av av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5313
And let us not attempt or undertake to know more of the Father then he hath made known to us.
And let us not attempt or undertake to know more of the Father then he hath made known to us.
cc vvb pno12 xx vvi cc vvi pc-acp vvi dc pp-f dt n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5314
Indeed if Jesus Christ had fallen short in this discovery, it were but reason that we should exceed and go beyond it.
Indeed if jesus christ had fallen short in this discovery, it were but reason that we should exceed and go beyond it.
np1 cs np1 np1 vhd vvn j p-acp d n1, pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5315
If he had not told us all that is fit for us to know, it were a congruous thing that we should strive to know more:
If he had not told us all that is fit for us to know, it were a congruous thing that we should strive to know more:
cs pns31 vhd xx vvn pno12 d d vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc:
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5316
But seeing the discovery he hath made is so compleat and absolute in all respects,
But seeing the discovery he hath made is so complete and absolute in all respects,
cc-acp vvg dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn vbz av j cc j p-acp d n2,
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5317
so that there can be nothing added to it, we have cause to rest in it,
so that there can be nothing added to it, we have cause to rest in it,
av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31,
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5318
and to content our selves with so much knowledge of the Father as he hath revealed to us.
and to content our selves with so much knowledge of the Father as he hath revealed to us.
cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp av d n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
686
Page 183
5319
Indeed there is an itch in Nature to search into those things (especially concerning God) which are concealed and hid from us.
Indeed there is an itch in Nature to search into those things (especially Concerning God) which Are concealed and hid from us.
av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 (av-j vvg np1) q-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5320
Fain we would see his face, when Christ hath manifested but his back-parts to us, we would know more of his Nature, of his Counsels and Decrees, the order of them, the measure of them, the objects of them,
Fain we would see his face, when christ hath manifested but his Back parts to us, we would know more of his Nature, of his Counsels and Decrees, the order of them, the measure of them, the objects of them,
np1 pns12 vmd vvi po31 n1, c-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd vvi dc pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f pno32, dt n1 pp-f pno32, dt n2 pp-f pno32,
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5321
then he hath thought expedient to reveal to us.
then he hath Thought expedient to reveal to us.
cs pns31 vhz vvn j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5322
We would approach too nigh to gaze, we would intrude on those things which we have not seen,
We would approach too High to gaze, we would intrude on those things which we have not seen,
pns12 vmd vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn,
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5323
for which we have no revelation, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.18.
for which we have no Revelation, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.18.
p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb dx n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5324
And this my Brethren, is the evill Genius of these very times, men go beyond themselves in sifting into things concerning God, and beyond Christ too:
And this my Brothers, is the evil Genius of these very times, men go beyond themselves in sifting into things Concerning God, and beyond christ too:
cc d po11 n2, vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f d j n2, n2 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp vvg p-acp n2 vvg np1, cc p-acp np1 av:
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5325
I mean beyond any thing that he hath manifested of his Father to them. Indeed they tell us that Christ reveals it to them by his Spirit.
I mean beyond any thing that he hath manifested of his Father to them. Indeed they tell us that christ reveals it to them by his Spirit.
pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32. av pns32 vvb pno12 d np1 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5326
But that is not the Spirit of Christ which shews us any thing beyond what he hath written in his Word.
But that is not the Spirit of christ which shows us any thing beyond what he hath written in his Word.
p-acp d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz pno12 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5327
The business of the Spirit is not to bring us any other truths then those which are revealed in the Word,
The business of the Spirit is not to bring us any other truths then those which Are revealed in the Word,
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi pno12 d j-jn n2 av d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5328
but to clear those to us.
but to clear those to us.
cc-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5329
If any spirit bring us any thing, crossing with, or but so much as diverse from the Scripture,
If any Spirit bring us any thing, crossing with, or but so much as diverse from the Scripture,
cs d n1 vvb pno12 d n1, vvg p-acp, cc p-acp av av-d c-acp j p-acp dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5455
And therefore they are said expresly to be given to Jesus Christ out of the World;
And Therefore they Are said expressly to be given to jesus christ out of the World;
cc av pns32 vbr vvn av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
710
Page 188
5332
If any man or Angel speak not according to this Word, let him pretend what light he will, it is because there is no light in him.
If any man or Angel speak not according to this Word, let him pretend what Light he will, it is Because there is no Light in him.
cs d n1 cc n1 vvb xx vvg p-acp d n1, vvb pno31 vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vmb, pn31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5333
And therefore let us satisfie our selves with that which Christ hath manifested of his Father in his Word, and in his Gospel.
And Therefore let us satisfy our selves with that which christ hath manifested of his Father in his Word, and in his Gospel.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5334
Since his discovery is so full, let us not seek to go beyond it.
Since his discovery is so full, let us not seek to go beyond it.
p-acp po31 n1 vbz av j, vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5335
That speech of God to Moses, who (whether he were curious or no) was very earnest to behold his glory, is observable, Exod. 33.19.
That speech of God to Moses, who (whither he were curious or not) was very earnest to behold his glory, is observable, Exod 33.19.
cst n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, r-crq (cs pns31 vbdr j cc xx) vbds av j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbz j, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5336
I will make all my good go before thee, (that is) I will discover so much of my self to thee,I will make all my good go before thee, (that is) I will discover so much of my self to thee,
pns11 vmb vvi d po11 j vvi p-acp pno21, (cst vbz) pns11 vmb vvi av d pp-f po11 n1 p-acp pno21,
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5337
as shall be good for thee to know. And this our Saviour Christ hath done compleatly.
as shall be good for thee to know. And this our Saviour christ hath done completely.
c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi. cc d po12 n1 np1 vhz vdn av-j.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5338
We need no further knowledge of the Father here to make us happy, to make us wise unto salvation.
We need no further knowledge of the Father Here to make us happy, to make us wise unto salvation.
pns12 vvb av-dx av-jc n1 pp-f dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pno12 j, pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5339
And therefore let us rest in it. And to this end I shall present you with a few Considerations.
And Therefore let us rest in it. And to this end I shall present you with a few Considerations.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31. cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
687
Page 183
5340
It is a fruit and evidence of pride to strive to know more of the Fathers Name then Christ hath manifested to us.
It is a fruit and evidence of pride to strive to know more of the Father's Name then christ hath manifested to us.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dc pp-f dt ng1 n1 av np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5341
It proceeds from a desire to be observed, as having something more then ordinary in us,
It proceeds from a desire to be observed, as having something more then ordinary in us,
pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp vhg pi dc cs j p-acp pno12,
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5342
and this hath much prevailed with many men in these times;
and this hath much prevailed with many men in these times;
cc d vhz d vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp d n2;
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5343
to know no more of God then Christ hath shewed us in the Scripture, this is no such great matter, this will never make them famous.
to know no more of God then christ hath showed us in the Scripture, this is no such great matter, this will never make them famous.
pc-acp vvi dx dc pp-f np1 cs np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, d vbz dx d j n1, d vmb av-x vvi pno32 j.
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5344
And therefore they must have their nice and curious speculations by themselves, beyond any written word, they must have hidden things discovered to them, which other men are not acquainted with, that they may be observed to be men of singular depth,
And Therefore they must have their Nicaenae and curious speculations by themselves, beyond any written word, they must have hidden things discovered to them, which other men Are not acquainted with, that they may be observed to be men of singular depth,
cc av pns32 vmb vhi po32 j cc j n2 p-acp px32, p-acp d j-vvn n1, pns32 vmb vhi vvn n2 vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq j-jn n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f j n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5345
and extraordinary intercourse with the Spirit of Christ. This the Apostle notes in those Impostors, Col. 2.18. Intruding into those things which they have not seen.
and extraordinary intercourse with the Spirit of christ. This the Apostle notes in those Impostors, Col. 2.18. Intruding into those things which they have not seen.
cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2, np1 crd. j-vvg p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5346
But how comes this to pass? vainly puffed up by their fleshly mind. There is the cause of this intrusion.
But how comes this to pass? vainly puffed up by their fleshly mind. There is the cause of this intrusion.
cc-acp q-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi? av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po32 j n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5347
And hence the Prophet David, to shew that he was not proud and haughty, makes this the evidence, Psal. 131.1. I do not exercise my self in things that are too high for me.
And hence the Prophet David, to show that he was not proud and haughty, makes this the evidence, Psalm 131.1. I do not exercise my self in things that Are too high for me.
cc av dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds xx j cc j, vvz d dt n1, np1 crd. pns11 vdb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp n2 cst vbr av j c-acp pno11.
(27) part (DIV2)
689
Page 184
5348
It is a grievous sin to labour to know more of God then Christ hath manifested to us.
It is a grievous since to labour to know more of God then christ hath manifested to us.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dc pp-f np1 cs np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5349
It is no better then intrusion on the right of God himself, such a man doth NONLATINALPHABET in the fore-alledged Text, Col. 2.18. Intrudes upon anothers right, enters on the possession of another.
It is no better then intrusion on the right of God himself, such a man does in the fore-alleged Text, Col. 2.18. Intrudes upon another's right, enters on the possession of Another.
pn31 vbz dx jc cs n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f np1 px31, d dt n1 vdz p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. vvz p-acp j-jn n-jn, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5350
Now whose possession are these secret things? To whom do they belong? to God saith Moses, Deut. 29. ult.
Now whose possession Are these secret things? To whom do they belong? to God Says Moses, Deuteronomy 29. ult.
av r-crq n1 vbr d j-jn n2? p-acp qo-crq vdb pns32 vvi? p-acp np1 vvz np1, np1 crd n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5351
The secret things belong unto the Lord our God, but those things which are revealed belong unto us and unto our children. The secret things belong unto the Lord our God, but those things which Are revealed belong unto us and unto our children.
dt j-jn n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, cc-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn vvi p-acp pno12 cc p-acp po12 n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5352
So that while we content our selves with these revealed things, we are like honest-minded men, that keep and use their own,
So that while we content our selves with these revealed things, we Are like honest-minded men, that keep and use their own,
av cst cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d vvd n2, pns12 vbr av-j j n2, cst vvb cc vvi po32 d,
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5353
and love not to encroach upon their neighbours.
and love not to encroach upon their neighbours.
cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5354
But if we be not satisfied with the things which God hath manifested and revealed of himself,
But if we be not satisfied with the things which God hath manifested and revealed of himself,
p-acp cs pns12 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f px31,
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5355
as thinking them too narrow and too mean a purchase for us, and so presumptuously go on to search,
as thinking them too narrow and too mean a purchase for us, and so presumptuously go on to search,
c-acp vvg pno32 av j cc av vvb dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc av av-j vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi,
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5356
and dive, and pry into his reserved secrets which he hath locked and sealed up, we go beyond our own, and enter upon his possession.
and dive, and pry into his reserved secrets which he hath locked and sealed up, we go beyond our own, and enter upon his possession.
cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp po31 j-vvn n2-jn r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn a-acp, pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5357
And this is that which the Apostle notes in these seducers, they entred and intruded into those things which they had not seen,
And this is that which the Apostle notes in these seducers, they entered and intruded into those things which they had not seen,
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2, pns32 vvd cc vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vhd xx vvn,
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5358
for which they had no revelation from the Lord, no demonstration from the Scriptures, they were not things allowed for them to know,
for which they had no Revelation from the Lord, no demonstration from the Scriptures, they were not things allowed for them to know,
p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp dt n1, dx n1 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vbdr xx n2 vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi,
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5359
and so their medling with them was intrusion.
and so their meddling with them was intrusion.
cc av po32 vvg p-acp pno32 vbds n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
690
Page 184
5360
And as it is a sinful thing, so it is a dangerous thing to labour to know more of God then he hath manifested to us.
And as it is a sinful thing, so it is a dangerous thing to labour to know more of God then he hath manifested to us.
cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dc pp-f np1 cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5361
It is a matter of extream hazard.
It is a matter of extreme hazard.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5362
The people of the Jews you know had certain bounds and limits set them, at the promulgation of the Law, beyond which none of them might dare to step, no, not a foot to gaze or pry, Exod. 19.21. Their ground was measured out, and so was Gods;
The people of the jews you know had certain bounds and Limits Set them, At the Promulgation of the Law, beyond which none of them might Dare to step, no, not a foot to gaze or pry, Exod 19.21. Their ground was measured out, and so was God's;
dt n1 pp-f dt np2 pn22 vvb vhd j n2 cc n2 vvd pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pi pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, uh-dx, xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, np1 crd. po32 n1 vbds vvn av, cc av vbds npg1;
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5363
so much he allowed to them, and so much he reserved to himself; as long as they contained themselves within their compass they were safe.
so much he allowed to them, and so much he reserved to himself; as long as they contained themselves within their compass they were safe.
av av-d pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, cc av av-d pns31 vvd p-acp px31; c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvd px32 p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vbdr j.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5364
But if out of a curious disposition any man adventured into Gods precincts, there was no other way but death.
But if out of a curious disposition any man adventured into God's precincts, there was no other Way but death.
p-acp cs av pp-f dt j n1 d n1 vvn p-acp npg1 n2, pc-acp vbds dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5365
So God hath set us bounds and limits in our knowledge of himself, so much he allows to us,
So God hath Set us bounds and Limits in our knowledge of himself, so much he allows to us,
av np1 vhz vvn pno12 n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f px31, av av-d pns31 vvz p-acp pno12,
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5366
and so much he reserveth to himself.
and so much he reserveth to himself.
cc av av-d pns31 vvz p-acp px31.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 184
5367
So long as we contain our selves within the bounds of things revealed, we are safe,
So long as we contain our selves within the bounds of things revealed, we Are safe,
av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn, pns12 vbr j,
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 185
5368
for they are ours, as Moses tells us.
for they Are ours, as Moses tells us.
c-acp pns32 vbr png12, c-acp np1 vvz pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 185
5369
But if out of a vain desire to gaze and pry, we enter upon secret things, we have intruded upon Gods peculiar,
But if out of a vain desire to gaze and pry, we enter upon secret things, we have intruded upon God's peculiar,
p-acp cs av pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp npg1 j,
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 185
5370
and we may justly fear his stroke.
and we may justly Fear his stroke.
cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi po31 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
691
Page 185
5371
Consider it is a fruitless thing to labour to know more of God then he hath manifested to us,
Consider it is a fruitless thing to labour to know more of God then he hath manifested to us,
vvb pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dc pp-f np1 cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12,
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5372
for more of him cannot be known.
for more of him cannot be known.
p-acp dc pp-f pno31 vmbx vbi vvn.
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5373
And to seek to know more, is the direct and ready way to lose that which we know already;
And to seek to know more, is the Direct and ready Way to loose that which we know already;
cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc, vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns12 vvb av;
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5374
to press too near to gaze upon him, is to have our eyes darkened, till at last we see nothing.
to press too near to gaze upon him, is to have our eyes darkened, till At last we see nothing.
pc-acp vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vbz pc-acp vhi po12 n2 vvn, c-acp p-acp ord pns12 vvb pix.
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5375
Excellens visibile destruit sensum. He dwelleth in light that no man can approach unto, and therefore the Apostle Paul exhorting us to labor for the knowledge of the Lord,Excellens visibile destruit sensum. He dwells in Light that no man can approach unto, and Therefore the Apostle Paul exhorting us to labour for the knowledge of the Lord,
fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cst dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp, cc av dt n1 np1 vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5376
and of his will, advises us withall NONLATINALPHABET, not to be wise above that which is meet, Rom. 12.3. Adam had a mind to know as much of God, as God himself, and by this means he came to know nothing.
and of his will, advises us withal, not to be wise above that which is meet, Rom. 12.3. Adam had a mind to know as much of God, as God himself, and by this means he Come to know nothing.
cc pp-f po31 n1, vvz pno12 av, xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp d r-crq vbz j, np1 crd. np1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f np1, c-acp np1 px31, cc p-acp d n2 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pix.
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5377
And truly it is just with God to suffer such to err and wander in their vain imaginations, who would be so overwise, till they become meer fools,
And truly it is just with God to suffer such to err and wander in their vain Imaginations, who would be so overwise, till they become mere Fools,
cc av-j pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 j n2, r-crq vmd vbi av j, c-acp pns32 vvb j n2,
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5378
as the Apostle Paul speaks, Rom. 1.22. Is it so, that Jesus Christ hath made an absolute, &c. then let us live and walk like men that have this rich discovery made to us.
as the Apostle Paul speaks, Rom. 1.22. Is it so, that jesus christ hath made an absolute, etc. then let us live and walk like men that have this rich discovery made to us.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt j, av av vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi av-j n2 cst vhb d j n1 vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
692
Page 185
5379
Like men that know the Fathers Name.
Like men that know the Father's Name.
j n2 cst vvb dt ng1 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
693
Page 185
5380
All people will walk, every one in the Name of his God, saith the Prophet Micah, Mic. 4.5.All people will walk, every one in the Name of his God, Says the Prophet micah, Mic. 4.5.
d n1 vmb vvi, d pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd.
(27) part (DIV2)
693
Page 185
5381
And why should not we add as he, and we will walk in the Name of our God for ever and ever.
And why should not we add as he, and we will walk in the Name of our God for ever and ever.
cc q-crq vmd xx pns12 vvi c-acp pns31, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-acp av cc av.
(27) part (DIV2)
693
Page 185
5382
I shall perswade you to it especially in two Cases, in times of sinful and of poenal misery.
I shall persuade you to it especially in two Cases, in times of sinful and of penal misery.
pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp crd n2, p-acp n2 pp-f j cc pp-f j n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
693
Page 185
5383
1. First when we are under sinful misery, by reason of the guilt and power of our transgressions, let us walk like men that have the Fathers Name made known to us.
1. First when we Are under sinful misery, by reason of the guilt and power of our transgressions, let us walk like men that have the Father's Name made known to us.
crd ord c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi av-j n2 cst vhb dt ng1 n1 vvd vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5384
We are apt in such a case sometimes to cast away all hopes of pardon and forgiveness, to think that mercy is too narrow for us;
We Are apt in such a case sometime to cast away all hope's of pardon and forgiveness, to think that mercy is too narrow for us;
pns12 vbr j p-acp d dt n1 av pc-acp vvi av d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz av j p-acp pno12;
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5385
to say to God as Peter to our Saviour, Depart from us, for we are sinful men.
to say to God as Peter to our Saviour, Depart from us, for we Are sinful men.
p-acp vvb p-acp np1 p-acp np1 pc-acp po12 n1, vvb p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vbr j n2.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5386
Why, my Beloved, do you know the Fathers Name, the Name which he himself proclaimed to Moses, Exod. 34.6. The Lord, the Lord God, patient and long-suffering, merciful and gratious, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin.
Why, my beloved, do you know the Father's Name, the Name which he himself proclaimed to Moses, Exod 34.6. The Lord, the Lord God, patient and long-suffering, merciful and gracious, and abundant in Goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, Transgression and since.
q-crq, po11 j-vvn, vdb pn22 vvb dt ng1 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns31 px31 vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd. dt n1, dt n1 np1, j cc j, j cc j, cc j p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg n1 p-acp crd, j-vvg n1, n1 cc n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5387
All sorts, all kinds, and all degrees of sin.
All sorts, all Kinds, and all Degrees of since.
d n2, d n2, cc d n2 pp-f n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5388
And can you doubt whether there be enough of mercy in him to cure your sinful misery? What do you want,
And can you doubt whither there be enough of mercy in him to cure your sinful misery? What do you want,
cc vmb pn22 vvi cs pc-acp vbb d pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po22 j n1? q-crq vdb pn22 vvi,
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5389
or what can you desire that is not to be found in his Name? Are your sins many for the number of them,
or what can you desire that is not to be found in his Name? are your Sins many for the number of them,
cc q-crq vmb pn22 vvi cst vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1? vbr po22 n2 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32,
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5390
and great for the measure of them? The mercies of the Lord are more and greater, he is abundant in goodness and truth.
and great for the measure of them? The Mercies of the Lord Are more and greater, he is abundant in Goodness and truth.
cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32? dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n1 cc jc, pns31 vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5391
Are they of divers sorts, and divers kinds? He forgiveth iniquity, transgression, and sin.
are they of diverse sorts, and diverse Kinds? He forgiveth iniquity, Transgression, and since.
vbr pns32 pp-f j n2, cc j n2? pns31 vvz n1, n1, cc n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5392
Have they been long continued and held out against God? He is gratious and long-suffering.
Have they been long continued and held out against God? He is gracious and long-suffering.
vhb pns32 vbn av-j vvn cc vvd av p-acp np1? pns31 vbz j cc j.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5393
Somewhat there is in Gods Name to answer all objections of the humble soul, and to keep it from despair,
Somewhat there is in God's Name to answer all objections of the humble soul, and to keep it from despair,
av a-acp vbz p-acp ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5394
when iniquities do look most horrid, and most black upon it.
when iniquities do look most horrid, and most black upon it.
c-crq n2 vdb vvi av-ds j, cc av-ds j-jn p-acp pn31.
(27) part (DIV2)
694
Page 185
5395
2. So in the second place when we are under poenal misery, let us walk like men that have the Fathers Name made known to us.
2. So in the second place when we Are under penal misery, let us walk like men that have the Father's Name made known to us.
crd av p-acp dt ord n1 c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp j n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j n2 cst vhb dt ng1 n1 vvd vvn p-acp pno12.
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 185
5396
What ever our distresses be, either personal or National, let us not give all for lost,
What ever our Distresses be, either personal or National, let us not give all for lost,
q-crq av po12 n2 vbb, d j cc j, vvb pno12 xx vvi d p-acp vvd,
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5397
as most are very apt to do. Oh we shall never be delivèred. There is no other way, but we must sink in this affliction.
as most Are very apt to do. O we shall never be delivèred. There is no other Way, but we must sink in this affliction.
c-acp ds vbr av j pc-acp vdi. uh pns12 vmb av-x vbi vvn. pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5398
Why, my Beloved, do you know the Name of God, do you know his power and mercy? How is it then that you have so little faith? That you depend no more upon him? mark what the Prophet David saith, Psal. 9.10. They that know thy Name will put their trust in thee.
Why, my beloved, do you know the Name of God, do you know his power and mercy? How is it then that you have so little faith? That you depend no more upon him? mark what the Prophet David Says, Psalm 9.10. They that know thy Name will put their trust in thee.
uh-crq, po11 j-vvn, vdb pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vdb pn22 vvb po31 n1 cc n1? q-crq vbz pn31 av cst pn22 vhb av j n1? cst pn22 vvb av-dx dc p-acp pno31? vvb r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. pns32 d vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno21.
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5399
And therefore while you are so diffident and faithless, it is too apparent that you are not so well acquainted with the Fathers Name,
And Therefore while you Are so diffident and faithless, it is too apparent that you Are not so well acquainted with the Father's Name,
cc av cs pn22 vbr av j cc j, pn31 vbz av j cst pn22 vbr xx av av vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1,
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5400
as you might and ought to be.
as you might and ought to be.
c-acp pn22 vmd cc vmd pc-acp vbi.
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5401
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, take in the discoveries that Christ hath made of this Name.
Now I beseech you, my beloved, take in the discoveries that christ hath made of this Name.
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb p-acp dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pp-f d n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5402
And when you are in any misery, in any sinful, in any poenal misery, hide your selves in the Name of the Lord your God.
And when you Are in any misery, in any sinful, in any penal misery, hide your selves in the Name of the Lord your God.
cc c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp d n1, p-acp d j, p-acp d j n1, vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po22 n1.
(27) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5403
JOHN 17.6. Unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world.JOHN 17.6. Unto the men which thou Gavest me out of the world.
np1 crd. p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
695
Page 186
5404
AND thus far of our Saviours action, in reference to his Apostles and Disciples, of which he minds his Father here, I have manifested thy Name.
AND thus Far of our Saviors actium, in Referente to his Apostles and Disciples, of which he minds his Father Here, I have manifested thy Name.
cc av av-j pp-f po12 ng1 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 av, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
697
Page 186
5405
Proceed we now to his description of the persons, to whom he had made known his Fathers Name, The men which thou gavest me out of the world.
Proceed we now to his description of the Persons, to whom he had made known his Father's Name, The men which thou Gavest me out of the world.
vvb pns12 av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn vvn po31 ng1 n1, dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
698
Page 186
5406
The Father gives men to his Son Christ, either for outward administration, or else for inward union and incorporation.
The Father gives men to his Son christ, either for outward administration, or Else for inward Union and incorporation.
dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1 np1, av-d p-acp j n1, cc av p-acp j n1 cc n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5407
Either to be his servants, or to be his members.
Either to be his Servants, or to be his members.
av-d pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vbi po31 n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5408
Our Saviour clearly speaks of those that were bestowed on him in the latter way, to be united to him as living members of his body.
Our Saviour clearly speaks of those that were bestowed on him in the latter Way, to be united to him as living members of his body.
po12 n1 av-j vvz pp-f d cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 c-acp vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5409
And this is very evident, because he saith, that they were given him out of the world.
And this is very evident, Because he Says, that they were given him out of the world.
cc d vbz av j, c-acp pns31 vvz, cst pns32 vbdr vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5410
They that were bestowed upon him only for outward ministration as Judas was; Or only in regard of outward profession, as many others were, were given him.
They that were bestowed upon him only for outward ministration as Judas was; Or only in regard of outward profession, as many Others were, were given him.
pns32 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp j n1 c-acp np1 vbds; cc av-j p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp d n2-jn vbdr, vbdr vvn pno31.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5411
So that they were of the world still.
So that they were of the world still.
av cst pns32 vbdr pp-f dt n1 av.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5412
They were a part of the unbelieving world, and of the wicked world, the world that lies in wickedness, notwithstanding this donation.
They were a part of the unbelieving world, and of the wicked world, the world that lies in wickedness, notwithstanding this donation.
pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cc pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, c-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5456
so that the World is always beforehand with Jesus Christ in this regard.
so that the World is always beforehand with jesus christ in this regard.
av cst dt n1 vbz av av p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
710
Page 188
5413
But as for them who did in deed and truth believe in him, and were by faith incorporated into Jesus Christ, they were the men that were given him out of the world.
But as for them who did in deed and truth believe in him, and were by faith incorporated into jesus christ, they were the men that were given him out of the world.
cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vdd p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp pno31, cc vbdr p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vbdr dt n2 cst vbdr vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5414
That is, they were bestowed upon him.
That is, they were bestowed upon him.
cst vbz, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5415
So that they were severed, separated from the world, they were no longer of the wicked unbelieving world,
So that they were severed, separated from the world, they were no longer of the wicked unbelieving world,
av cst pns32 vbdr vvn, vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbdr av-dx av-jc pp-f dt j vvg n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5416
but of another party, that were divided and distinguished from the world. In the world they were indeed, but they were not of the world.
but of Another party, that were divided and distinguished from the world. In the world they were indeed, but they were not of the world.
cc-acp pp-f j-jn n1, cst vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr av, cc-acp pns32 vbdr xx pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5417
And these are evidently they, of whom our Saviour speaks in this place. The men whom thou gavest me out of the world.
And these Are evidently they, of whom our Saviour speaks in this place. The men whom thou Gavest me out of the world.
cc d vbr av-j pno32, pp-f r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp d n1. dt n2 ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
699
Page 186
5418
Now to those he here affirmeth that he had manifested and made known his Fathers Name.
Now to those he Here Affirmeth that he had manifested and made known his Father's Name.
av p-acp d pns31 av vvz cst pns31 vhd vvn cc vvd vvn po31 ng1 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
700
Page 186
5419
And you must understand it to be spoken by our Saviour here exclusively.
And you must understand it to be spoken by our Saviour Here exclusively.
cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 av av-j.
(28) part (DIV2)
700
Page 186
5420
I have manifested thy Name unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world, that is, to them and none others.I have manifested thy Name unto the men which thou Gavest me out of the world, that is, to them and none Others.
pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, p-acp pno32 cc pix ng2-jn.
(28) part (DIV2)
700
Page 186
5421
Why, did not Christ make known his Fathers name to all without distinction? Did he not Preach to all? Did he not open and unfold his Fathers love and mercy,
Why, did not christ make known his Father's name to all without distinction? Did he not Preach to all? Did he not open and unfold his Father's love and mercy,
uh-crq, vdd xx np1 vvb j-vvn po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d p-acp n1? vdd pns31 xx vvi p-acp d? vdd pns31 xx j cc vvi po31 ng1 n1 cc n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5422
and the like, to all the multitude that came to hear him? He did indeed as to the outward Promulgation,
and the like, to all the multitude that Come to hear him? He did indeed as to the outward Promulgation,
cc dt j, p-acp d dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pno31? pns31 vdd av c-acp p-acp dt j n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5423
but not as to the inward and effectual revelation. He did not manifest it by his Spirit savingly to all:
but not as to the inward and effectual Revelation. He did not manifest it by his Spirit savingly to all:
cc-acp xx c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1. pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1 av-vvg p-acp d:
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5424
No my Beloved, this was the Priviledge but of a few, and in particular of those who were bestowed upon him by his Father to be Members of his body:
No my beloved, this was the Privilege but of a few, and in particular of those who were bestowed upon him by his Father to be Members of his body:
uh-x po11 j-vvn, d vbds dt n1 cc-acp pp-f dt d, cc p-acp j pp-f d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po31 n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5425
So saith our Saviour to his Father here, I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world:
So Says our Saviour to his Father Here, I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou Gavest me out of the world:
av vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 av, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5426
To them, and not to others; or else at least to them so, as I have not done to others.
To them, and not to Others; or Else At least to them so, as I have not done to Others.
p-acp pno32, cc xx p-acp n2-jn; cc av p-acp ds p-acp pno32 av, c-acp pns11 vhb xx vdn p-acp n2-jn.
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5427
They have a Priviledge in this respect, which others are not made partakers of: I have made it known to them effectually and savingly, and not to others.
They have a Privilege in this respect, which Others Are not made partakers of: I have made it known to them effectually and savingly, and not to Others.
pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq n2-jn vbr xx vvn n2 pp-f: pns11 vhb vvn pn31 vvn p-acp pno32 av-j cc av-vvg, cc xx p-acp n2-jn.
(28) part (DIV2)
701
Page 187
5428
You see the meaning of the words; the Points to be observed are two:
You see the meaning of the words; the Points to be observed Are two:
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2; dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn vbr crd:
(28) part (DIV2)
702
Page 187
5429
First, There are some certain men, whom God the Father gives to Iesus Christ out of the world.
First, There Are Some certain men, whom God the Father gives to Iesus christ out of the world.
ord, pc-acp vbr d j n2, ro-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
702
Page 187
5430
Secondly, that Iesus Christ doth make his Father known effectually and savingly to them, and none besides them.
Secondly, that Iesus christ does make his Father known effectually and savingly to them, and none beside them.
ord, cst np1 np1 vdz vvi po31 n1 vvn av-j cc av-vvg pc-acp pno32, cc pix p-acp pno32.
(28) part (DIV2)
702
Page 187
5431
At this time of the first.
At this time of the First.
p-acp d n1 pp-f dt ord.
(28) part (DIV2)
702
Page 187
5432
DOCTRINE. There are some certain men, whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ out of the World.DOCTRINE. There Are Some certain men, whom God the Father gives to jesus christ out of the World.
n1. pc-acp vbr d j n2, ro-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
702
Page 187
5433
In prosecution of this Observation, I shall distinctly evidence and clear these four things. First, There are some men, whom God the Father giveth to Jesus Christ.
In prosecution of this Observation, I shall distinctly evidence and clear these four things. First, There Are Some men, whom God the Father gives to jesus christ.
p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb av-j n1 cc vvi d crd n2. ord, pc-acp vbr d n2, ro-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
703
Page 187
5434
Secondly, There are a certain number of them. Thirdly, They are of the World before the Father gives them to the Son: And
Secondly, There Are a certain number of them. Thirdly, They Are of the World before the Father gives them to the Son: And
ord, pc-acp vbr dt j n1 pp-f pno32. ord, pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1: cc
(28) part (DIV2)
705
Page 187
5435
Fourthly, After they are given up to Jesus Christ, they are of the world no longer.
Fourthly, After they Are given up to jesus christ, they Are of the world no longer.
ord, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 av-dx av-jc.
(28) part (DIV2)
707
Page 187
5436
All these particulars are wrapt up in the Observation and the Text, as I shall shew you briefly and in order.
All these particulars Are wrapped up in the Observation and the Text, as I shall show you briefly and in order.
av-d d n2-j vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j cc p-acp n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
707
Page 187
5437
First, There are some men whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ:
First, There Are Some men whom God the Father gives to jesus christ:
ord, pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1:
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5438
So he himself describes the persons to whom he manifests his Fathers name, not by their inward disposition, not by their outward action or condition,
So he himself describes the Persons to whom he manifests his Father's name, not by their inward disposition, not by their outward actium or condition,
av pns31 px31 vvz dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz po31 ng1 n1, xx p-acp po32 j n1, xx p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5439
but by the Act of God upon them, or concerning them, his giving them to Jesus Christ.
but by the Act of God upon them, or Concerning them, his giving them to jesus christ.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc vvg pno32, po31 vvg pno32 p-acp np1 np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5440
They are the men, saith he, whom thou gavest me: So that some have this priviledge, you see, above the rest of lost mankinde, that God the Father gives them to his Son Christ,
They Are the men, Says he, whom thou Gavest me: So that Some have this privilege, you see, above the rest of lost mankind, that God the Father gives them to his Son christ,
pns32 vbr dt n2, vvz pns31, ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11: av cst d vhb d n1, pn22 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, cst np1 dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1 np1,
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5441
and gives them to him in a special manner, as I shewed you even now, not to be his Servants only,
and gives them to him in a special manner, as I showed you even now, not to be his Servants only,
cc vvz pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 av av, xx pc-acp vbi po31 n2 av-j,
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5442
but to be his Members too. He bestows them upon Christ to be his own peculiar people.
but to be his Members too. He bestows them upon christ to be his own peculiar people.
cc-acp pc-acp vbi po31 n2 av. pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi po31 d j n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5443
I will not stay on this, because it hath been largely handled heretofore. Secondly, Now for the second thing, there are a certain number of them;
I will not stay on this, Because it hath been largely handled heretofore. Secondly, Now for the second thing, there Are a certain number of them;
pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn av. ord, av p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vbr dt j n1 pp-f pno32;
(28) part (DIV2)
708
Page 187
5444
there are some certain men, whom God the Father gives to Christ: They are thus many, not a person more or less:
there Are Some certain men, whom God the Father gives to christ: They Are thus many, not a person more or less:
pc-acp vbr d j n2, ro-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1: pns32 vbr av d, xx dt n1 av-dc cc av-dc:
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 187
5445
The number of them is exactly known to God and Christ; he knows how many of them there be to a man.
The number of them is exactly known to God and christ; he knows how many of them there be to a man.
dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 cc np1; pns31 vvz c-crq d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5446
And hence our Saviour speaks of them in such a way, as being able to distinguish them from all the world besides.
And hence our Saviour speaks of them in such a Way, as being able to distinguish them from all the world beside.
cc av po12 n1 vvz pp-f pno32 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1 a-acp.
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5447
I have manifested thy name unto the men whom thou gavest me out of the world.
I have manifested thy name unto the men whom thou Gavest me out of the world.
pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5448
And so he tels us that he knows his sheep that are given him of his Father, as his own expression is, John 10.27, 29. And yet he calls his sheep by name, ver. 3. and in the 9th. verse of this very Chapter;
And so he tells us that he knows his sheep that Are given him of his Father, as his own expression is, John 10.27, 29. And yet he calls his sheep by name, ver. 3. and in the 9th. verse of this very Chapter;
cc av pns31 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 cst vbr vvn pno31 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 d n1 vbz, np1 crd, crd cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, fw-la. crd cc p-acp dt ord. n1 pp-f d j n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5449
I pray for them, saith he, I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me. I pray for them, Says he, I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me.
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5450
So that our Saviour Christ distinguishes you see;
So that our Saviour christ Distinguishes you see;
av cst po12 n1 np1 vvz pn22 vvb;
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5451
he knows who are his own by free donation of his Father, and for them he prays.
he knows who Are his own by free donation of his Father, and for them he prays.
pns31 vvz r-crq vbr po31 d p-acp j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz.
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5452
He knows who are not given him, and for them he prays not. There are a certain number of them known to Christ.
He knows who Are not given him, and for them he prays not. There Are a certain number of them known to christ.
pns31 vvz r-crq vbr xx vvn pno31, cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz xx. pc-acp vbr dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vvn p-acp np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
709
Page 188
5453
Thirdly, now this selected Company are of the world before the Father gives them to the Son:
Thirdly, now this selected Company Are of the world before the Father gives them to the Son:
ord, av d vvn n1 vbr pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
710
Page 188
5454
I do not mean before he gives them by Election, but before he gives them to him by actual union and incorporation:
I do not mean before he gives them by Election, but before he gives them to him by actual Union and incorporation:
pns11 vdb xx vvi c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1 cc n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
710
Page 188
5457
The World hath the possession of them first, and afterwards they come to appertain to Jesus Christ.
The World hath the possession of them First, and afterwards they come to appertain to jesus christ.
dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f pno32 ord, cc av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
710
Page 188
5458
In the first place they are the worlds, as all unsanctifyed and unregenerated persons are, and then at length they come to be the Lords.
In the First place they Are the world's, as all unsanctified and unregenerated Persons Are, and then At length they come to be the lords.
p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vbr dt n2, c-acp d j cc j-vvn n2 vbr, cc av p-acp n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
710
Page 188
5459
Fourthly, and then when they are once the Lords, they are no longer of the world, which is the last thing in the point.
Fourthly, and then when they Are once the lords, they Are no longer of the world, which is the last thing in the point.
ord, cc av c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp dt n2, pns32 vbr av-dx av-jc pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5460
They are given Jesus Christ out of the world, and consequently when he hath them once, they are not of it, they are no longer men of this World.
They Are given jesus christ out of the world, and consequently when he hath them once, they Are not of it, they Are no longer men of this World.
pns32 vbr vvn np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1, cc av-j c-crq pns31 vhz pno32 a-acp, pns32 vbr xx pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr dx jc n2 pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5461
As for the rest that are not actually bestowed on Christ, they are Inhabitants, Indwellers of the earth,
As for the rest that Are not actually bestowed on christ, they Are Inhabitants, Indwellers of the earth,
p-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vbr n2, n2 pp-f dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5462
as they are often stiled in the Revelation;
as they Are often styled in the Revelation;
c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5463
they are the men of this World, as the Prophet David calls them, who have their portion in this present life, Psal. 17.14. They are not of the Father, as the Apostle speaks, but of the World, 1 John 2.16. They are of the world, therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them, John 4.5.
they Are the men of this World, as the Prophet David calls them, who have their portion in this present life, Psalm 17.14. They Are not of the Father, as the Apostle speaks, but of the World, 1 John 2.16. They Are of the world, Therefore speak they of the world, and the world hears them, John 4.5.
pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno32, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d j n1, np1 crd. pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1, av vvb pns32 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz pno32, np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5464
But they that are delivered up to Jesus Christ and become his Members, they are of the World no longer.
But they that Are Delivered up to jesus christ and become his Members, they Are of the World no longer.
p-acp pns32 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1 cc vvi po31 n2, pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 av-dx av-jc.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5465
And this the Saints in Scripture have confessed, that they were Strangers, Pilgrims, Sojourners in this World,
And this the Saints in Scripture have confessed, that they were Strangers, Pilgrim's, Sojourners in this World,
cc d dt n2 p-acp n1 vhb vvn, cst pns32 vbdr n2, ng1, n2 p-acp d n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5466
and therefore looked for, and made towards their own Country, Hebr. 11.6. I am a stranger on the earth, saith David, Psal, 119.196.
and Therefore looked for, and made towards their own Country, Hebrew 11.6. I am a stranger on the earth, Says David, Psalm, 119.196.
cc av vvd p-acp, cc vvd p-acp po32 d n1, np1 crd. pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1, np1, crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5467
not in his place of banishment alone with the Philistims, but in the Land of Canaan too,
not in his place of banishment alone with the philistines, but in the Land of Canaan too,
xx p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp dt njp2, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av,
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5468
yea in his house, yea in his bed, yea any where upon the earth, he was a Stranger, he counted not himself at home in any place but heaven only:
yea in his house, yea in his Bed, yea any where upon the earth, he was a Stranger, he counted not himself At home in any place but heaven only:
uh p-acp po31 n1, uh p-acp po31 n1, uh d c-crq p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds dt n1, pns31 vvd xx px31 p-acp n1-an p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 av-j:
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5469
To say the truth, the world lays no claim at all to those that belong to Christ;
To say the truth, the world lays no claim At all to those that belong to christ;
pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1;
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5470
and therefore this will need no great proof: It doth not own them, or acknowledge them for hers:
and Therefore this will need no great proof: It does not own them, or acknowledge them for hers:
cc av d vmb vvi dx j n1: pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 c-acp png31:
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5471
but rather casts them out and persecutes them, and doth them all the spight and mischief that it can.
but rather Cast them out and persecutes them, and does them all the spite and mischief that it can.
cc-acp av-c vvz pno32 av cc vvz pno32, cc vdz pno32 d dt n1 cc n1 cst pn31 vmb.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5472
And this evinceth manifestly, that they are not the Worlds, as Christ himself informeth his Disciples upon the very same ground, Joh. 15.19. If ye were of the world, the world would love his own;
And this evinceth manifestly, that they Are not the World's, as christ himself Informeth his Disciples upon the very same ground, John 15.19. If you were of the world, the world would love his own;
cc d vvz av-j, cst pns32 vbr xx dt n2, c-acp np1 px31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt j d n1, np1 crd. cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 d;
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5473
but because you are not of the world; but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. but Because you Are not of the world; but I have chosen you out of the world, Therefore the world hates you.
cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1; cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz pn22.
(28) part (DIV2)
711
Page 188
5474
To open this a little further to you, because it is the great thing of the Doctrine and the Text, that they that are bestowed on Jesus Christ, are given him out of the world,
To open this a little further to you, Because it is the great thing of the Doctrine and the Text, that they that Are bestowed on jesus christ, Are given him out of the world,
pc-acp vvi d dt j av-jc p-acp pn22, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, cst pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, vbr vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
712
Page 189
5475
and so are of the world no longer, I shall make it to appear in a few particulars.
and so Are of the world no longer, I shall make it to appear in a few particulars.
cc av vbr pp-f dt n1 av-dx av-jc, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d n2-j.
(28) part (DIV2)
712
Page 189
5476
They that are actually given up to Jesus Christ to be his Members, are actually dead with Christ,
They that Are actually given up to jesus christ to be his Members, Are actually dead with christ,
pns32 d vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, vbr av-j j p-acp np1,
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5477
and consequently they are out of this world.
and consequently they Are out of this world.
cc av-j pns32 vbr av pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5478
We use to say of men when they are dead, that they are gone, they are departed out of this world.
We use to say of men when they Are dead, that they Are gone, they Are departed out of this world.
pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 c-crq pns32 vbr j, cst pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5479
The same may be affirmed (in a sense) of those who are dead with Jesus Christ.
The same may be affirmed (in a sense) of those who Are dead with jesus christ.
dt d vmb vbi vvn (p-acp dt n1) pp-f d r-crq vbr j p-acp np1 np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5480
And this is that which the Apostle Paul insinuates, Col. 2.20. If ye be dead with Christ, saith he, (as that he takes for granted and supposed) why as though living in the world, are ye subject to Ordinances? He reasons there from the Condition and the state of the Colossians, on whom those worldly Ordinances were imposed:
And this is that which the Apostle Paul insinuates, Col. 2.20. If you be dead with christ, Says he, (as that he Takes for granted and supposed) why as though living in the world, Are you Subject to Ordinances? He Reasons there from the Condition and the state of the colossians, on whom those worldly Ordinances were imposed:
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cs pn22 vbb j p-acp np1, vvz pns31, (p-acp cst pns31 vvz p-acp vvn cc j-vvn) c-crq c-acp cs vvg p-acp dt n1, vbr pn22 j-jn p-acp n2? pns31 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, p-acp ro-crq d j n2 vbdr vvn:
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5481
They were dead in relation to the world, they lived not in the world, and therefore were not to be burthened (in their consciences at least) with the inventions and constitutions of the world.
They were dead in Relation to the world, they lived not in the world, and Therefore were not to be burdened (in their Consciences At least) with the Inventions and constitutions of the world.
pns32 vbdr j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd xx p-acp dt n1, cc av vbdr xx pc-acp vbi j-vvn (p-acp po32 n2 p-acp ds) p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5482
Law is the rule of life and action, so that where there is a cessation of life, there is no further obligation of the Law,
Law is the Rule of life and actium, so that where there is a cessation of life, there is no further obligation of the Law,
n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av cst c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pp-f dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5483
because there is no action in a dead man to be ordered by it. Know ye not saith the Apostle to the Romans, chap. 7.1. that the Law hath Dominion over a man so long as he liveth? So long and no longer;
Because there is no actium in a dead man to be ordered by it. Know you not Says the Apostle to the Roman, chap. 7.1. that the Law hath Dominion over a man so long as he lives? So long and no longer;
c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. vvb pn22 xx vvz dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, n1 crd. cst dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz? av av-j cc dx av-jc;
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5484
for assoon as he is dead he is loosed from the Law, as it is added there in that place.
for As soon as he is dead he is loosed from the Law, as it is added there in that place.
c-acp av c-acp pns31 vbz j pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5485
It were a senseless thing to lay Commandements on the carriages of men, and to exact obedience from them after they are dead.
It were a senseless thing to lay commandments on the carriages of men, and to exact Obedience from them After they Are dead.
pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr j.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5486
But ye are dead saith the Apostle, dead to the world, and therefore these unlawful Ordinances ought not to be imposed upon you by the world.But you Are dead Says the Apostle, dead to the world, and Therefore these unlawful Ordinances ought not to be imposed upon you by the world.
p-acp pn22 vbr j vvz dt n1, j p-acp dt n1, cc av d j n2 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5487
They should not burthen you with these things, for this is not the Countrey that you live in.
They should not burden you with these things, for this is not the Country that you live in.
pns32 vmd xx n1 pn22 p-acp d n2, p-acp d vbz xx dt n1 cst pn22 vvb p-acp.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5488
And in another place the Apostle speaking of himself, saith he was crucified to the world, Gal. 6.6, 14. not only dead,
And in Another place the Apostle speaking of himself, Says he was Crucified to the world, Gal. 6.6, 14. not only dead,
cc p-acp j-jn n1 dt n1 vvg pp-f px31, vvz pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd xx av-j j,
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5489
but crucified to it, and so he was no more of this world.
but Crucified to it, and so he was no more of this world.
cc-acp vvd p-acp pn31, cc av pns31 vbds dx dc pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
713
Page 189
5490
They that are actually given up to Jesus Christ to be his members, as they are actually dead,
They that Are actually given up to jesus christ to be his members, as they Are actually dead,
pns32 d vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j j,
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5491
and so departed out of this world, so they are actually living in another world. You are dead saith the Apostle, Col. 3.3.
and so departed out of this world, so they Are actually living in Another world. You Are dead Says the Apostle, Col. 3.3.
cc av vvd av pp-f d n1, av pns32 vbr av-j vvg p-acp j-jn n1. pn22 vbr j vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5492
and what follows? you are not so dead, that you do not live at all,
and what follows? you Are not so dead, that you do not live At all,
cc q-crq vvz? pn22 vbr xx av j, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp d,
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5493
but you do not live here, no you live above with God, You are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
but you do not live Here, no you live above with God, You Are dead, and your life is hid with christ in God.
cc-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi av, av-dx pn22 vvi a-acp p-acp np1, pn22 vbr j, cc po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5494
Their conversation is indeed in heaven, as the same Apostle speaks, Phil. 3.20, their life is Angel-like, they walk with God as Noah did, Gen. 6.9. They are with him in the Palace, Psal. 45.15. Others are abroad in the Town or in the Countrey, but these men are in house with him;
Their Conversation is indeed in heaven, as the same Apostle speaks, Philip 3.20, their life is Angel-like, they walk with God as Noah did, Gen. 6.9. They Are with him in the Palace, Psalm 45.15. Others Are abroad in the Town or in the Country, but these men Are in house with him;
po32 n1 vbz av p-acp n1, c-acp dt d n1 vvz, np1 crd, po32 n1 vbz av-j, pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd. pns32 vbr p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. ng2-jn vbr av p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d n2 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31;
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5495
they are without doors, but these are within;
they Are without doors, but these Are within;
pns32 vbr p-acp n2, cc-acp d vbr p-acp;
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5496
such faithful souls have fellowship with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Joh. 1.3.
such faithful Souls have fellowship with the Father, and with his Son jesus christ, as the Apostle speaks, 1 John 1.3.
d j n2 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5497
They are far from God, and far from Jesus Christ by Nature, they dwell a great way from him,
They Are Far from God, and Far from jesus christ by Nature, they dwell a great Way from him,
pns32 vbr av-j p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno31,
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5498
as the Prodigal in a strange Countrey, and so have no commerce with him.
as the Prodigal in a strange Country, and so have no commerce with him.
c-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt j n1, cc av vhb dx n1 p-acp pno31.
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5499
But when they are converted and given up to Christ, they are made nigh, as the expression is, Ephes. 2.13.
But when they Are converted and given up to christ, they Are made High, as the expression is, Ephesians 2.13.
p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp np1, pns32 vbr vvn av-j, c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5500
When peace is once effectually preached to those that are afar off, they have access by one Spirit to the Father,
When peace is once effectually preached to those that Are afar off, they have access by one Spirit to the Father,
c-crq n1 vbz a-acp av-j vvn p-acp d cst vbr av a-acp, pns32 vhb n1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 189
5501
and so they are no longer forreigners and strangers, but fellow-Citizens of the Saints and of the houshold of God.
and so they Are no longer foreigners and Strangers, but fellow-Citizens of the Saints and of the household of God.
cc av pns32 vbr dx jc n2 cc n2, cc-acp n2 pp-f dt n2 cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 190
5502
Indeed my Brethren, whatsoever they that are bestowed on Christ do in regard of their natural life,
Indeed my Brothers, whatsoever they that Are bestowed on christ do in regard of their natural life,
np1 po11 n2, r-crq pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 vdb p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 190
5503
yet in regard of their spiritual life, they do not live so properly in this world,
yet in regard of their spiritual life, they do not live so properly in this world,
av p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi av av-j p-acp d n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 190
5504
as in the other, and therefore in that respect are out of this world, as I shall shew you in a few particulars. For
as in the other, and Therefore in that respect Are out of this world, as I shall show you in a few particulars. For
c-acp p-acp dt n-jn, cc av p-acp d n1 vbr av pp-f d n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j. p-acp
(28) part (DIV2)
714
Page 190
5505
1. There is no life but is accompanyed with some relation to those that have the same alliance,
1. There is no life but is accompanied with Some Relation to those that have the same alliance,
crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vbz vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp d cst vhb dt d n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5506
and descent and Original of life.
and descent and Original of life.
cc n1 cc j-jn pp-f n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5507
Now true it is, that they that are bestowed on Jesus Christ, in regard of their natural life, have natural parents and kindred, and allies in this world.
Now true it is, that they that Are bestowed on jesus christ, in regard of their natural life, have natural Parents and kindred, and allies in this world.
av j pn31 vbz, cst pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, vhb j n2 cc n1, cc n2 p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5508
But in regard of their spiritual life, they have spiritual parents and kindred in another world:
But in regard of their spiritual life, they have spiritual Parents and kindred in Another world:
p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, pns32 vhb j n2 cc n1 p-acp j-jn n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5509
Their Father that begat them, God, is of another world;
Their Father that begat them, God, is of Another world;
po32 n1 cst vvd pno32, np1, vbz pp-f j-jn n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5510
Their Mother that conceived and bare them, and gave them suck, the Church, is of another world.
Their Mother that conceived and bore them, and gave them suck, the Church, is of Another world.
po32 n1 cst vvd cc vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32 vvi, dt n1, vbz pp-f j-jn n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5511
The new Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. Their Brethren and their special friends, that are united to them in the nearest bond and tie of grace, are of another world.The new Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the Mother of us all, Gal. 4.26. Their Brothers and their special Friends, that Are united to them in the nearest bound and tie of grace, Are of Another world.
dt j np1 r-crq vbz a-acp vbz j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12 d, np1 crd. po32 n2 cc po32 j n2, cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbr a-acp j-jn n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5512
So that their chief relations are above in heaven.
So that their chief relations Are above in heaven.
av cst po32 j-jn n2 vbr a-acp p-acp n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5513
And wheresoever they may sojourn for a Season, there they live where their Father, and their Mother,
And wheresoever they may sojourn for a Season, there they live where their Father, and their Mother,
cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, a-acp pns32 vvb c-crq po32 n1, cc po32 n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5514
and their Brethren, and their choice Relations are.
and their Brothers, and their choice Relations Are.
cc po32 n2, cc po32 j n2 vbr.
(28) part (DIV2)
715
Page 190
5534
Indeed they live in some respect in this world, but it is but as though they lived in the world,
Indeed they live in Some respect in this world, but it is but as though they lived in the world,
av pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz cc-acp c-acp cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5515
2. There is no life but is accompanyed with some place of habitation (though in some I must acknowledge it may be more unsetled then in others) and with some means of sustentation.
2. There is no life but is accompanied with Some place of habitation (though in Some I must acknowledge it may be more unsettled then in Others) and with Some means of sustentation.
crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vbz vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 (cs p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi pn31 vmb vbi av-dc j-vvn av p-acp n2-jn) cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5516
Now it is very true, that they that are given up to Christ, in regard of their natural life may have an earthly habitation,
Now it is very true, that they that Are given up to christ, in regard of their natural life may have an earthly habitation,
av pn31 vbz av j, cst pns32 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1 vmb vhi dt j n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5517
and earthly means of sustentation, and so in that respect they may be yet in this world.
and earthly means of sustentation, and so in that respect they may be yet in this world.
cc j n2 pp-f n1, cc av p-acp d n1 pns32 vmb vbi av p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5518
But in regard of their spiritual life, their mansion house is in another world, as the Apostle tels us, 2 Cor. 5.1. They have a building with God, a house not made with hands, but eternal in heaven.
But in regard of their spiritual life, their mansion house is in Another world, as the Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 5.1. They have a building with God, a house not made with hands, but Eternal in heaven.
p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, po32 n1 n1 vbz p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd. pns32 vhb dt n-vvg p-acp np1, dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp j p-acp n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5519
The means which they subsist upon, by which this life is nourished, and maintained, are not any earthly things;
The means which they subsist upon, by which this life is nourished, and maintained, Are not any earthly things;
dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvi p-acp, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn, vbr xx d j n2;
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5520
They feed upon the bread which comes from heaven, which was prefigured by the Manna, with reference to which the Psalmist saith, that man did eat Angels food.
They feed upon the bred which comes from heaven, which was prefigured by the Manna, with Referente to which the Psalmist Says, that man did eat Angels food.
pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, r-crq vbds vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, cst n1 vdd vvi n2 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5521
My Father gives you the true bread from heaven, saith our Saviour, John 6.32.My Father gives you the true bred from heaven, Says our Saviour, John 6.32.
po11 n1 vvz pn22 dt j n1 p-acp n1, vvz po12 n1, np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5522
And what is that? I am the bread, saith he, that came down from heaven, at ver. 41. This bread all they that appertain to Christ do eat, by faith,
And what is that? I am the bred, Says he, that Come down from heaven, At ver. 41. This bred all they that appertain to christ do eat, by faith,
cc q-crq vbz d? pns11 vbm dt n1, vvz pns31, cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp fw-la. crd d n1 d pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 vdb vvi, p-acp n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5523
and of his blood do they drink, and so the life of grace is strengthened in them.
and of his blood do they drink, and so the life of grace is strengthened in them.
cc pp-f po31 n1 vdb pns32 vvi, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5524
And for the estate they live upon, the main possession, it lies not here but in another world.
And for the estate they live upon, the main possession, it lies not Here but in Another world.
cc p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, dt j n1, pn31 vvz xx av cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5525
In Christ they have obtained an inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, &c. and so in him they sit already in heavenly places.In christ they have obtained an inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, etc. and so in him they fit already in heavenly places.
p-acp np1 pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 j, j, av cc av p-acp pno31 pns32 vvb av p-acp j n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
716
Page 190
5526
3. There is no life but is accompanyed with some action.
3. There is no life but is accompanied with Some actium.
crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vbz vvd p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 190
5527
Now they that are bestowed on Jesus Christ, may in regard of their natural life, act in and with, and for this world.
Now they that Are bestowed on jesus christ, may in regard of their natural life, act in and with, and for this world.
av pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, vmb p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, n1 p-acp cc p-acp, cc p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 190
5528
They may in many things do as worldly men do, they may labour in their callings, they may deal in the affairs,
They may in many things do as worldly men do, they may labour in their callings, they may deal in the affairs,
pns32 vmb p-acp d n2 vdb c-acp j n2 vdb, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 190
5529
and trade in the Commodities of this world, for the procuring of subsistence here. But in regard of their spiritual life, their actings are in and for another world.
and trade in the Commodities of this world, for the procuring of subsistence Here. But in regard of their spiritual life, their actings Are in and for Another world.
cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 av. p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, po32 n2 vbr p-acp cc p-acp j-jn n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 190
5530
Their minds and thoughts do work exceedingly on heaven and heavenly things.
Their minds and thoughts do work exceedingly on heaven and heavenly things.
po32 n2 cc n2 vdb vvi av-vvg p-acp n1 cc j n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 190
5531
Their hearts are always running out to God and Christ, and the happiness above, and feeding upon such objects.
Their hearts Are always running out to God and christ, and the happiness above, and feeding upon such objects.
po32 n2 vbr av vvg av p-acp np1 cc np1, cc dt n1 a-acp, cc vvg p-acp d n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5532
They are too large to be contained within the narrow limits of this lower world; no, as the Psalmist speaks, they are continually with God. With the woman, Apoc. 12.1. They tread upon the Moon, this variable and inconstant world;
They Are too large to be contained within the narrow Limits of this lower world; no, as the Psalmist speaks, they Are continually with God. With the woman, Apocalypse 12.1. They tread upon the Moon, this variable and inconstant world;
pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d jc n1; uh-dx, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp np1. p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, d j cc j n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5533
they trample with an holy scorn upon these earthly things. They are aspiring still to heaven, walking and acting heavenward.
they trample with an holy scorn upon these earthly things. They Are aspiring still to heaven, walking and acting heavenward.
pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d j n2. pns32 vbr vvg av p-acp n1, vvg cc vvg av.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5535
as the Apostle Pauls expression is, Col. 2.20. They use the world, but yet it is as though they used it not, as the same Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 7.29. They lay not out the strength of their affections and endeavours upon these things:
as the Apostle Paul's expression is, Col. 2.20. They use the world, but yet it is as though they used it not, as the same Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 7.29. They lay not out the strength of their affections and endeavours upon these things:
c-acp dt n1 npg1 n1 vbz, np1 crd. pns32 vvb dt n1, cc-acp av pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns32 vvd pn31 xx, p-acp dt d n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pns32 vvb xx av dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2:
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5536
But on the matters of the other world, there they are intent indeed, there they are in good earnest, there they act with full vigor;
But on the matters of the other world, there they Are intent indeed, there they Are in good earnest, there they act with full vigor;
cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, a-acp pns32 vbr n1 av, a-acp pns32 vbr p-acp j n1, a-acp pns32 vvi p-acp j n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5537
NONLATINALPHABET their Trading, their Commerce, their Dealing, their Negotiation is in heaven, Phil. 3.20. The word there used hath very much in it, and can hardly be expressed. Beza assaies in many wayes:
their Trading, their Commerce, their Dealing, their Negotiation is in heaven, Philip 3.20. The word there used hath very much in it, and can hardly be expressed. Beza assays in many ways:
po32 n-vvg, po32 n1, po32 vvg, po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, np1 crd. dt n1 a-acp vvn vhz av av-d p-acp pn31, cc vmb av vbi vvn. np1 vvz p-acp d n2:
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5538
The manner of our living is in Heaven, or which comes nearer yet, we carry and demean our selves as Citizens of Heaven.
The manner of our living is in Heaven, or which comes nearer yet, we carry and demean our selves as Citizens of Heaven.
dt n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg vbz p-acp n1, cc r-crq vvz jc av, pns12 vvb cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5539
As if Heaven were a City, and we (as being free there) do walk and act according to the Manners,
As if Heaven were a city, and we (as being free there) do walk and act according to the Manners,
p-acp cs n1 vbdr dt n1, cc pns12 (c-acp vbg j pc-acp) vdb vvi cc n1 vvg p-acp dt n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5540
and the Customs, and the Laws, and Constitutions of the City we belong to. So that the Saints you see do live as if they were in Heaven already,
and the Customs, and the Laws, and Constitutions of the city we belong to. So that the Saints you see do live as if they were in Heaven already,
cc dt n2, cc dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp. av cst dt n2 pn22 vvb vdb vvi c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 av,
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5541
as being now no more of this world.
as being now no more of this world.
c-acp vbg av dx dc pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
717
Page 191
5542
Now is it so my Brethren, That there are some certain men whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ out of the world? Are they the worlds before they come to be the Lord Christs by the donation of the Father? Here then you see the reason my beloved,
Now is it so my Brothers, That there Are Some certain men whom God the Father gives to jesus christ out of the world? are they the world's before they come to be the Lord Christ by the donation of the Father? Here then you see the reason my Beloved,
av vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst a-acp vbr d j n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1? vbr pns32 dt ng1 c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 npg1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av cs pn22 vvb dt n1 po11 j-vvn,
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5543
why there is such a stir sometimes, when God is giving men to Jesus Christ, and why the business meets with so much heat and opposition.
why there is such a stir sometime, when God is giving men to jesus christ, and why the business meets with so much heat and opposition.
c-crq pc-acp vbz d dt n1 av, c-crq np1 vbz vvg n2 p-acp np1 np1, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp av d n1 cc n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5544
You cannot but take notice what a fray is often made, when any one is about to leave the world,
You cannot but take notice what a fray is often made, when any one is about to leave the world,
pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-crq d pi vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5545
and to close with Jesus Christ.
and to close with jesus christ.
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5546
Carnal Parents, Brethren, Sisters, Friends, Acquaintance, by and by are up as it were in arms against it.
Carnal Parents, Brothers, Sisters, Friends, Acquaintance, by and by Are up as it were in arms against it.
j n2, n2, n2, n2, n1, p-acp cc a-acp vbr p-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n2 p-acp pn31.
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5547
When the Apostles were bringing men to Jesus Christ, at Ephesus, you know my Brethren, it occasioned such an uproar in the City,
When the Apostles were bringing men to jesus christ, At Ephesus, you know my Brothers, it occasioned such an uproar in the city,
c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvg n2 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp np1, pn22 vvb po11 n2, pn31 vvn d dt n1 p-acp dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5548
and such a mutiny among the Tradesmen and Mechanicks there, as you can hardly parallel in any story.
and such a mutiny among the Tradesmen and Mechanics there, as you can hardly parallel in any story.
cc d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 a-acp, c-acp pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5549
You shall observe in the New Testament, when Christ began to gather people to himself, that wheresoever there were any numbers given to him by the Father, some were exceedingly disquieted & out of patience at it.
You shall observe in the New Testament, when christ began to gather people to himself, that wheresoever there were any numbers given to him by the Father, Some were exceedingly disquieted & out of patience At it.
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp px31, cst c-crq pc-acp vbdr d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, d vbdr av-vvg vvn cc av pp-f n1 p-acp pn31.
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5550
It galled the Pharisees, and cut them to the very hearts, that Jesus Christ had such an harvest among the people there:
It galled the Pharisees, and Cut them to the very hearts, that jesus christ had such an harvest among the people there:
pn31 vvd dt np2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n2, cst np1 np1 vhd d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp:
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5551
why (say they in a great passion) the whole world runs after him:
why (say they in a great passion) the Whole world runs After him:
c-crq (vvb pns32 p-acp dt j n1) dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp pno31:
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5552
And so it is to this day, and will be to the worlds end, when God is pleased to give in souls to Jesus Christ in any place, some will fret and storm at it.
And so it is to this day, and will be to the world's end, when God is pleased to give in Souls to jesus christ in any place, Some will fret and storm At it.
cc av pn31 vbz pc-acp d n1, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt ng1 n1, c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1, d vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(28) part (DIV2)
718
Page 191
5553
Nor is it any wonder that they should, for they are given him out of the world.
Nor is it any wonder that they should, for they Are given him out of the world.
ccx vbz pn31 d n1 cst pns32 vmd, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 191
5554
And the world is loth to lose that which appertains to it, and which is its own possession.
And the world is loath to loose that which appertains to it, and which is its own possession.
cc dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvz p-acp pn31, cc r-crq vbz po31 d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 191
5555
If God did give a people to his Son, to which the world had no right,
If God did give a people to his Son, to which the world had no right,
cs np1 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhd dx j-jn,
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 191
5556
and to which it could pretend no title, the world would like it well enough, it would never be against it.
and to which it could pretend no title, the world would like it well enough, it would never be against it.
cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vmd vvi dx n1, dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 av av-d, pn31 vmd av-x vbi p-acp pn31.
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 191
5557
But this is that which vexes it, and troubles it, that God must give away that which is his (the worlds) to Jesus Christ.
But this is that which vexes it, and Troubles it, that God must give away that which is his (the world's) to jesus christ.
p-acp d vbz d r-crq vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31, cst np1 vmb vvi av cst r-crq vbz po31 (dt n2) p-acp np1 np1.
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 191
5558
He cannot have a man, but the world must be a loser, who cannot keep his own for him:
He cannot have a man, but the world must be a loser, who cannot keep his own for him:
pns31 vmbx vhi dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1, r-crq vmbx vvi po31 d p-acp pno31:
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 192
5559
what hath any one to do to meddle with that which is the worlds known right, to fetch away that which hath many years (perhaps) belonged to him? This is an injury (as he conceives) that puts him out of all patience;
what hath any one to do to meddle with that which is the world's known right, to fetch away that which hath many Years (perhaps) belonged to him? This is an injury (as he conceives) that puts him out of all patience;
r-crq vhz d pi pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz dt ng1 vvn av-jn, pc-acp vvi av cst r-crq vhz d n2 (av) vvd p-acp pno31? d vbz dt n1 (c-acp pns31 vvz) cst vvz pno31 av pp-f d n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 192
5560
and this is that which makes him strive and struggle as he doth.
and this is that which makes him strive and struggle as he does.
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz pno31 vvi cc vvi c-acp pns31 vdz.
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 192
5561
Christ enters upon every soul that is bestowed upon him by his Father, by dispossessing and disseazing him:
christ enters upon every soul that is bestowed upon him by his Father, by dispossessing and disseazing him:
np1 vvz p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno31:
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 192
5562
so that it is no marvel though he be extreamly startled, and though he labour every way by promises and by preferments on the one side,
so that it is no marvel though he be extremely startled, and though he labour every Way by promises and by preferments on the one side,
av cst pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns31 vbb av-jn vvn, cc cs pns31 vvb d n1 p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt crd n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 192
5563
and by threatning, and by persecutions on the other, to keep that which he hath in his possession.
and by threatening, and by persecutions on the other, to keep that which he hath in his possession.
cc p-acp vvg, cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt n-jn, pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
719
Page 192
5564
Are there some certain men whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ out of the world? So that however they were once the worlds,
are there Some certain men whom God the Father gives to jesus christ out of the world? So that however they were once the world's,
vbr pc-acp d j n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1? av d c-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp dt n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5565
now they are the worlds no longer.
now they Are the world's no longer.
av pns32 vbr dt n2 av-dx av-jc.
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5566
By this let us examine and resolve, whether we be given up to Christ or no? It is an admirable priviledge,
By this let us examine and resolve, whither we be given up to christ or no? It is an admirable privilege,
p-acp d vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi, cs pns12 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1 cc av-dx? pn31 vbz dt j n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5567
an high prerogative for any soul to belong to Jesus Christ, to be bestowed upon him by the Father.
an high prerogative for any soul to belong to jesus christ, to be bestowed upon him by the Father.
dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5568
It carries in it all the happiness that is attainable by any Creature.
It carries in it all the happiness that is attainable by any Creature.
pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 d dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5569
Now would you know whether the Father have actually given you to Christ or no? Consider whether you be out of this world;
Now would you know whither the Father have actually given you to christ or no? Consider whither you be out of this world;
av vmd pn22 vvi cs dt n1 vhb av-j vvn pn22 p-acp np1 cc av-dx? np1 cs pn22 vbb av pp-f d n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5570
whether it may be truly said of you, that you were once indeed of this world, you lived here, builded tabernacles here, your hearts,
whither it may be truly said of you, that you were once indeed of this world, you lived Here, built Tabernacles Here, your hearts,
cs pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f pn22, cst pn22 vbdr a-acp av pp-f d n1, pn22 vvd av, j-vvn n2 av, po22 n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5571
and your affections, and your chief delights were here. But now the case is altered with you, you are no longer of this world, but of another.
and your affections, and your chief delights were Here. But now the case is altered with you, you Are no longer of this world, but of Another.
cc po22 n2, cc po22 j-jn n2 vbdr av. p-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vbr dx jc pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(28) part (DIV2)
720
Page 192
5572
Now that you may be able to discover this, I shall give you marks for tryal.
Now that you may be able to discover this, I shall give you marks for trial.
av cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n2 p-acp n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
721
Page 192
5573
If you be out of the world, you are not fashioned and conformed to this world in the unlawful waies,
If you be out of the world, you Are not fashioned and conformed to this world in the unlawful ways,
cs pn22 vbb av pp-f dt n1, pn22 vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5594
And they must say in such a case as David did, Away from me ye wicked;
And they must say in such a case as David did, Away from me you wicked;
cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp np1 vdd, av p-acp pno11 pn22 j;
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5574
and practices, and courses of it. You fashion not your selves according to this world, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 12.2. not as this world doth.
and practices, and courses of it. You fashion not your selves according to this world, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 12.2. not as this world does.
cc n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31. pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 vvg p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. xx p-acp d n1 vdz.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5575
As Turks and Spaniards are not like to English men, they have another kind of visage, another garb, another habit, and the like.
As Turks and Spanish Are not like to English men, they have Another kind of visage, Another garb, Another habit, and the like.
p-acp np1 cc np1 vbr xx av-j pc-acp jp n2, pns32 vhb j-jn n1 pp-f n1, j-jn n1, j-jn n1, cc dt j.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5576
So they that are given up unto Christ out of the world, they differ manifestly from the world.
So they that Are given up unto christ out of the world, they differ manifestly from the world.
av pns32 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5577
There is a clear distinction to be made between them and other men, by any man that eyes them well, there are none like them in the earth, their wayes are of another fashion.
There is a clear distinction to be made between them and other men, by any man that eyes them well, there Are none like them in the earth, their ways Are of Another fashion.
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cc n-jn n2, p-acp d n1 cst n2 pno32 av, pc-acp vbr pix j pno32 p-acp dt n1, po32 n2 vbr a-acp j-jn n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5578
Now my Beloved, is it so with you? do you differ from the world? do you live soberly,
Now my beloved, is it so with you? do you differ from the world? do you live soberly,
av po11 j-vvn, vbz pn31 av p-acp pn22? vdb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1? vdb pn22 vvi av-j,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5579
and righteously, and godlily in this present evil world? In a world of wickedness, are you singular in goodness? so that the same may be affirmed of you, that is recorded to the everlasting praise of righteous Noah, that he was just and perfect in his Generations. Gen. 6.9. and they were wicked and corrupt enough.
and righteously, and godlily in this present evil world? In a world of wickedness, Are you singular in Goodness? so that the same may be affirmed of you, that is recorded to the everlasting praise of righteous Noah, that he was just and perfect in his Generations. Gen. 6.9. and they were wicked and corrupt enough.
cc av-j, cc av-j p-acp d j j-jn n1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr pn22 j p-acp n1? av cst dt d vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn22, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j np1, cst pns31 vbds j cc j p-acp po31 n2. np1 crd. cc pns32 vbdr j cc j av-d.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5580
Of holy Lot, that he was so far from joyning with the vitious Sodomites in their vile abominations, that his righteous soul was vexed at their filthy conversation, 2 Pet. 2.8. This is a comfortable evidence that you are given up to Jesus Christ out of this world.
Of holy Lot, that he was so Far from joining with the vicious Sodomites in their vile abominations, that his righteous soul was vexed At their filthy Conversation, 2 Pet. 2.8. This is a comfortable evidence that you Are given up to jesus christ out of this world.
pp-f j n1, cst pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n2 p-acp po32 j n2, cst po31 j n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 j n1, crd np1 crd. d vbz dt j n1 cst pn22 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5581
But if you walk according to the course and custom of the world, as the expression is, Ephes. 2.2.
But if you walk according to the course and custom of the world, as the expression is, Ephesians 2.2.
p-acp cs pn22 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5582
if you have fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, if you run out with others to the same excess of riot,
if you have fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, if you run out with Others to the same excess of riot,
cs pn22 vhb n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cs pn22 vvb av p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5583
if you be also led away with the error of the world, and so fall from your own stedfastness,
if you be also led away with the error of the world, and so fallen from your own steadfastness,
cs pn22 vbb av vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp po22 d n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5584
if you be carried down with the swinge, and with the current of the times,
if you be carried down with the swinge, and with the current of the times,
cs pn22 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 192
5585
and of the places where you live, do not deceive your selves, you are yet of this world.
and of the places where you live, do not deceive your selves, you Are yet of this world.
cc pp-f dt n2 c-crq pn22 vvb, vdb xx vvi po22 n2, pn22 vbr av pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5586
I must confess, it is a very strong temptation, when the stream runs in a wrong course,
I must confess, it is a very strong temptation, when the stream runs in a wrong course,
pns11 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz dt av j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n-jn n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5587
and often shakes the holiest Saints.
and often shakes the Holiest Saints.
cc av vvz dt js n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5588
But yet in such a case, they that belong to Jesus Christ, must consider with themselves that they are of another world,
But yet in such a case, they that belong to jesus christ, must Consider with themselves that they Are of Another world,
p-acp av p-acp d dt n1, pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, vmb vvi p-acp px32 cst pns32 vbr a-acp j-jn n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5589
and therefore are not much to eye the fashion and the wayes of this. They must behave themselves according to the fashion of their own Country.
and Therefore Are not much to eye the fashion and the ways of this. They must behave themselves according to the fashion of their own Country.
cc av vbr xx d p-acp n1 dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f d. pns32 vmb vvi px32 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5590
They must conclude with holy Joshua 24.15.
They must conclude with holy joshua 24.15.
pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5591
If it seem evil to other men to serve the Lord, if they will forsake God,
If it seem evil to other men to serve the Lord, if they will forsake God,
cs pn31 vvb av-jn p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi np1,
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5592
and forsake his worship, let them serve whom they will for me;
and forsake his worship, let them serve whom they will for me;
cc vvi po31 n1, vvb pno32 vvi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp pno11;
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5593
as for my own part, I am at a point for that, I and my house will serve the Lord.
as for my own part, I am At a point for that, I and my house will serve the Lord.
c-acp p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, pns11 cc po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5595
I am not for your company, because I am not for your courses; away from me ye wicked, I will keep the Commandements of my God.
I am not for your company, Because I am not for your courses; away from me you wicked, I will keep the commandments of my God.
pns11 vbm xx p-acp po22 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm xx p-acp po22 n2; av p-acp pno11 pn22 j, pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po11 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
722
Page 193
5596
If you be now no longer of this world but of the other, your language is not of this world but of the other.
If you be now no longer of this world but of the other, your language is not of this world but of the other.
cs pn22 vbb av av-dx av-jc pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f dt n-jn, po22 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f dt j-jn.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5597
You speake the language of the world and of the Country you belong to.
You speak the language of the world and of the Country you belong to.
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5598
You are full of good discourse, your heart boyles with good matter, as the expression of the Prophet is, Psal. 45.1. It is like a boyling pot, for that is the similitude that is alluded to;
You Are full of good discourse, your heart boils with good matter, as the expression of the Prophet is, Psalm 45.1. It is like a boiling pot, for that is the similitude that is alluded to;
pn22 vbr j pp-f j n1, po22 n1 vvz p-acp j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. pn31 vbz av-j dt j-vvg n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp;
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5599
it is alwayes bubling up and running over, and then it speaks of good things, as it is added there in that place.
it is always bubbling up and running over, and then it speaks of good things, as it is added there in that place.
pn31 vbz av vvg a-acp cc vvg a-acp, cc av pn31 vvz pp-f j n2, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5600
The heart within boyles, and the tongue without speakes;
The heart within boils, and the tongue without speaks;
dt n1 a-acp vvz, cc dt n1 p-acp vvz;
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5601
and as the boyling Pot runs over with the self same matter which it hath within it,
and as the boiling Pot runs over with the self same matter which it hath within it,
cc c-acp dt j-vvg n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 d n1 r-crq pn31 vhz p-acp pn31,
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5602
so it fares with such an heart.
so it fares with such an heart.
av pn31 vvz p-acp d dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5603
It bubleth up with good matter, the matter which it hath conceived and meditated touching Christ, this is that which is so readily and freely uttered with the tongue.
It bubbleth up with good matter, the matter which it hath conceived and meditated touching christ, this is that which is so readily and freely uttered with the tongue.
pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp j n1, dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn cc vvn vvg np1, d vbz d r-crq vbz av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5604
My heart is enditing of a good matter; I speak of the things which I have made touching the King. My heart is enditing of a good matter; I speak of the things which I have made touching the King.
po11 n1 vbz vvg pp-f dt j n1; pns11 vvb pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn vvg dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5605
Such are the hearts and tongues of those that are of the other world;
Such Are the hearts and tongues of those that Are of the other world;
d vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d cst vbr pp-f dt j-jn n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5606
their speech is gracious, and either tends to glorifie their God, or to edifie their Brethren;
their speech is gracious, and either tends to Glorify their God, or to edify their Brothers;
po32 n1 vbz j, cc d vvz pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2;
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5607
this is the language of their Country.
this is the language of their Country.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
723
Page 193
5608
What think we then of those whose language is alwayes vain and frivolous? it doth not benefit the hearers, it ministreth no grace,
What think we then of those whose language is always vain and frivolous? it does not benefit the hearers, it Ministereth no grace,
q-crq vvb pns12 av pp-f d rg-crq n1 vbz av j cc j? pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n2, pn31 vvz dx n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5609
for there is no grace in it; or which is worse, it is wicked and pernitious.
for there is no grace in it; or which is Worse, it is wicked and pernicious.
c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31; cc r-crq vbz av-jc, pn31 vbz j cc j.
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5610
Their speech is rotten and corrupt, there is no salt to season it and make it wholesom:
Their speech is rotten and corrupt, there is no salt to season it and make it wholesome:
po32 n1 vbz vvn cc j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 j:
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5611
and hence their throat is likened to an open Sepulchre, Rom. 3.13. which breathes and steames up nothing else but odious smells and loathsom exhalations:
and hence their throat is likened to an open Sepulchre, Rom. 3.13. which breathes and steams up nothing Else but odious smells and loathsome exhalations:
cc av po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. r-crq vvz cc n2 p-acp pix av cc-acp j n2 cc j n2:
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5612
or else at best, their speeches and discourses are of nothing else but earth and earthly things.
or Else At best, their Speeches and discourses Are of nothing Else but earth and earthly things.
cc av p-acp js, po32 n2 cc n2 vbr a-acp pix av cc-acp n1 cc j n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5613
Talk with them while you will, you hear of nothing else but worldly matters from them.
Talk with them while you will, you hear of nothing Else but worldly matters from them.
n1 p-acp pno32 cs pn22 vmb, pn22 vvb pp-f pix av cc-acp j n2 p-acp pno32.
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5614
Of what Country do you think are these men? The Apostle John tells you, 1 John 4.5. They are of the world, and they speak of •he world.
Of what Country do you think Are these men? The Apostle John tells you, 1 John 4.5. They Are of the world, and they speak of •he world.
pp-f r-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvb vbr d n2? dt n1 np1 vvz pn22, crd np1 crd. pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vvb pp-f j n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5615
Shibboleth never descryed so many Ephraimites as this doth worldly wrerches. They are of Galilee, they are of this world, for their speech bewrayeth them.Shibboleth never descried so many Ephraimites as this does worldly wrerches. They Are of Galilee, they Are of this world, for their speech bewrayeth them.
vvz av-x vvn av d n2 c-acp d vdz j n2. pns32 vbr pp-f np1, pns32 vbr pp-f d n1, p-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32.
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5634
Truly my Brethren, if you consider whence you are, and to what Country you belong, there can no other be expected by you;
Truly my Brothers, if you Consider whence you Are, and to what Country you belong, there can no other be expected by you;
np1 po11 n2, cs pn22 vvb c-crq pn22 vbr, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vvb, pc-acp vmb dx j-jn vbi vvn p-acp pn22;
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5616
Shall I believe they are Inhabitants of the Celestial Canaan, who cannot speak almost without an oath, whose tongues are alwayes dipping in that blood which alone can cleanse them from all sin? Shall I say that such a man or woman is of heaven, whose tongue is set on fire of hell? Brethren do not deceive your selves,
Shall I believe they Are Inhabitants of the Celestial Canaan, who cannot speak almost without an oath, whose tongues Are always dipping in that blood which alone can cleanse them from all since? Shall I say that such a man or woman is of heaven, whose tongue is Set on fire of hell? Brothers do not deceive your selves,
vmb pns11 vvb pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vmbx vvi av p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbr av vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d n1? vmb pns11 vvi cst d dt n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f n1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1? n1 vdb xx vvi po22 n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5617
if you cannot spake the language, you belong not to that Country.
if you cannot spoke the language, you belong not to that Country.
cs pn22 vmbx vvd dt n1, pn22 vvb xx p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
724
Page 193
5618
If you be now no longer of this world, but of the other, you have a dear affection to your Contrymen, to those that are given up to Christ out of the world, as you are.
If you be now no longer of this world, but of the other, you have a dear affection to your Countrymen, to those that Are given up to christ out of the world, as you Are.
cs pn22 vbb av av-dx av-jc pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n-jn, pn22 vhb dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp d cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 av pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vbr.
(28) part (DIV2)
725
Page 194
5619
If travailers and strangers meet with any of their Country-men in a remote and forreign Land,
If travelers and Strangers meet with any of their Countrymen in a remote and foreign Land,
cs n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp d pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
725
Page 194
5620
how lovingly do they embrace them? what kindness do they shew them? how are they knit together in a bond of love? Just so it is with those who are of the other world.
how lovingly do they embrace them? what kindness do they show them? how Are they knit together in a bound of love? Just so it is with those who Are of the other world.
c-crq av-vvg vdb pns32 vvi pno32? q-crq n1 vdb pns32 vvi pno32? q-crq vbr pns32 vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? j av pn31 vbz p-acp d r-crq vbr pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
725
Page 194
5621
If they light any time on any of that same world which they themselves belong to, they are extreamly taken up with joy,
If they Light any time on any of that same world which they themselves belong to, they Are extremely taken up with joy,
cs pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp d pp-f d d n1 r-crq pns32 px32 vvb p-acp, pns32 vbr av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
725
Page 194
5622
although they never saw them nor had acquaintance with them in their lives before, and presently their hearts and their affections do wonderfully close together.
although they never saw them nor had acquaintance with them in their lives before, and presently their hearts and their affections do wonderfully close together.
cs pns32 av-x vvd pno32 ccx vhn n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 a-acp, cc av-j po32 n2 cc po32 n2 vdb av-j vvi av.
(28) part (DIV2)
725
Page 194
5623
And therefore they are gross dissemblers, who would be thought to be given up to Christ out of the world,
And Therefore they Are gross dissemblers, who would be Thought to be given up to christ out of the world,
cc av pns32 vbr j n2, r-crq vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1 av pp-f dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5624
and yet their bosom friends and their Companions are all of them of this world. These are the men which they converse withall, and which they take delight in:
and yet their bosom Friends and their Sodales Are all of them of this world. These Are the men which they converse withal, and which they take delight in:
cc av po32 n1 n2 cc po32 n2 vbr d pp-f pno32 pp-f d n1. d vbr dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb av, cc r-crq pns32 vvb n1 p-acp:
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5625
Nay which is worse then this, they hate the men whom Jesus Christ hath called and chosen out of the world.
Nay which is Worse then this, they hate the men whom jesus christ hath called and chosen out of the world.
uh r-crq vbz jc cs d, pns32 vvb dt n2 r-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn cc vvn av pp-f dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5626
They persecute them with the hand and with the tongue, and do them all the spight and all the mischief that they can.
They persecute them with the hand and with the tongue, and do them all the spite and all the mischief that they can.
pns32 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, cc vdb pno32 d dt n1 cc d dt n1 cst pns32 vmb.
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5627
Suppose thou wert in Italy or Spain, or any other forreign Land, and there shouldst meet an Englishman, wouldest thou mock and scoff at him? wouldest thou deride and jear at the fashion of his cloaths, the manner of his complement, his gate and carriage,
Suppose thou Wertenberg in Italy or Spain, or any other foreign Land, and there Shouldst meet an Englishman, Wouldst thou mock and scoff At him? Wouldst thou deride and jear At the fashion of his clothes, the manner of his compliment, his gate and carriage,
vvb pns21 vbd2r p-acp np1 cc np1, cc d j-jn j n1, cc a-acp vmd2 vvi dt np1, vmd2 pns21 vvi cc n1 p-acp pno31? vmd2 pns21 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1 cc n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5628
and the like? wouldest thou procure him to be taken up, imprisoned, put to death? thy Earthly Country would not own thee,
and the like? Wouldst thou procure him to be taken up, imprisoned, put to death? thy Earthly Country would not own thee,
cc dt j? vmd2 pns21 vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, vvn, vvn p-acp n1? po21 j n1 vmd xx vvi pno21,
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5629
if thou shouldst be so unworthy:
if thou Shouldst be so unworthy:
cs pns21 vmd2 vbi av j:
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5630
And truly heaven will not own the men, who deal thus basely and injuriously with the Inhabitants of that Country.
And truly heaven will not own the men, who deal thus basely and injuriously with the Inhabitants of that Country.
cc av-j n1 vmb xx d dt n2, r-crq n1 av av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
726
Page 194
5631
Are there some certain men whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ out of the world? so that however they were once the worlds,
are there Some certain men whom God the Father gives to jesus christ out of the world? so that however they were once the world's,
vbr pc-acp d j n2 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1? av d c-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp dt n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5632
now they are of the world no longer.
now they Are of the world no longer.
av pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 av-dx av-jc.
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5633
You then that find you are given up to Jesus Christ, think it not much if you have but ill usage and untoward entertainment in the world.
You then that find you Are given up to jesus christ, think it not much if you have but ill usage and untoward entertainment in the world.
pn22 av cst vvb pn22 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1, vvb pn31 xx av-d cs pn22 vhb p-acp j-jn n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5636
but because you are not of the world, but Christ hath chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hates you:
but Because you Are not of the world, but christ hath chosen you out of the world, Therefore the world hates you:
cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz pn22:
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5637
And it shall be your wisedom to look out and to provide for such usage.
And it shall be your Wisdom to look out and to provide for such usage.
cc pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1 pc-acp vvi av cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5638
If Turks or Spaniards walk along the streets, every one will gaze upon them, they will wonder at their gate and at their habit, and the like.
If Turks or Spanish walk along the streets, every one will gaze upon them, they will wonder At their gate and At their habit, and the like.
cs np1 cc np1 vvb a-acp dt n2, d pi vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc p-acp po32 n1, cc dt j.
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5639
Every one will be ready to abuse them and to put them to the worst, for they are friendless, being in a strange Country.
Every one will be ready to abuse them and to put them to the worst, for they Are friendless, being in a strange Country.
d crd vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt js, c-acp pns32 vbr j, vbg p-acp dt j n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5640
And are not you my Brethren of another Country, yea of another world? are you not men of singularity? are not your wayes and fashions diverse from the fashions of this world.
And Are not you my Brothers of Another Country, yea of Another world? Are you not men of singularity? Are not your ways and fashions diverse from the fashions of this world.
cc vbr xx pn22 po11 n2 pp-f j-jn n1, uh pp-f j-jn n1? vbr pn22 xx n2 pp-f n1? vbr xx po22 n2 cc n2 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5641
No marvel then though you be men of wonder, as the Prophet speakes, though you be pointed at,
No marvel then though you be men of wonder, as the Prophet speaks, though you be pointed At,
dx n1 av cs pn22 vbb n2 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp,
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5642
and though you be made spectacles and gazing stocks:
and though you be made spectacles and gazing stocks:
cc cs pn22 vbb vvn n2 cc j-vvg n2:
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5643
Though every one presume to injure you and wrong you, and deal unworthily and basely with you,
Though every one presume to injure you and wrong you, and deal unworthily and basely with you,
cs d pi vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 cc vvb pn22, cc vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp pn22,
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5644
while you remain as Sojourners in this Country. Are there some certain men whom, &c. so that however they were once the worlds,
while you remain as Sojourners in this Country. are there Some certain men whom, etc. so that however they were once the world's,
cs pn22 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. vbr pc-acp d j n2 r-crq, av av cst c-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp dt n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
727
Page 194
5645
now they are of the world no longer? Then do not you regard the world,
now they Are of the world no longer? Then do not you regard the world,
av pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 av-dx av-jc? av vdb xx pn22 vvi dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5646
nor the things of this world.
nor the things of this world.
ccx dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5647
We see that Travailers do not use to set their hearts on any thing they meet with in a strange Country.
We see that Travelers do not use to Set their hearts on any thing they meet with in a strange Country.
pns12 vvb d n2 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp dt j n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5648
If they see stately houses, orchards, gardens, if they hear curious musick, they are not taken up with these things, no they keep on their way and are not hindered,
If they see stately houses, orchards, gardens, if they hear curious music, they Are not taken up with these things, no they keep on their Way and Are not hindered,
cs pns32 vvb j n2, n2, n2, cs pns32 vvb j n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, av-dx pns32 vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc vbr xx vvn,
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5649
or withdrawn by the most pleasing avocations.
or withdrawn by the most pleasing avocations.
cc vvn p-acp dt av-ds j-vvg n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5650
Doth any stranger fall a building at his Inn? or doth he plant and sow as he travails by the way? And therefore seeing we are of another world;
Does any stranger fallen a building At his Inn? or does he plant and sow as he travails by the Way? And Therefore seeing we Are of Another world;
vdz d n1 vvi dt n-vvg p-acp po31 n1? cc vdz pns31 vvi cc vvi c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1? cc av vvg pns12 vbr a-acp j-jn n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5651
let us not set our hearts on these things. No let us use the world but as though we used it not:
let us not Set our hearts on these things. No let us use the world but as though we used it not:
vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2. uh-dx vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 cc-acp c-acp cs pns12 vvd pn31 xx:
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5652
for necessity alone, not for delight, to further us in holy duties, not to stop us, to help us heavenward, not to hinder.
for necessity alone, not for delight, to further us in holy duties, not to stop us, to help us heavenward, not to hinder.
p-acp n1 av-j, xx p-acp n1, p-acp jc pno12 p-acp j n2, xx pc-acp vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 av, xx pc-acp vvi.
(28) part (DIV2)
728
Page 187
5653
Are there some, &c. so that however you were once, &c. This fits you then with a reply to that usual argument with which the Saints of God are often pressed to sinful practices.
are there Some, etc. so that however you were once, etc. This fits you then with a reply to that usual argument with which the Saints of God Are often pressed to sinful practices.
vbr pc-acp d, av av cst c-acp pn22 vbdr a-acp, av d vvz pn22 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av vvn p-acp j n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5654
Other men do thus and thus, and why will not you too? will you be singular,
Other men do thus and thus, and why will not you too? will you be singular,
av-jn n2 vdb av cc av, cc q-crq vmb xx pn22 av? vmb pn22 vbi j,
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5655
and will you go in a way by your selves, and will you do as no body doth? Why what though other men do this? whence are those other men? they are not of the world that we are,
and will you go in a Way by your selves, and will you do as no body does? Why what though other men do this? whence Are those other men? they Are not of the world that we Are,
cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vmb pn22 vdi p-acp dx n1 vdz? q-crq q-crq cs j-jn n2 vdb d? q-crq vbr d j-jn n2? pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vbr,
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5656
and therefore they are no examples for us. We must not do as they do;
and Therefore they Are no Examples for us. We must not do as they do;
cc av pns32 vbr dx n2 p-acp pno12. pns12 vmb xx vdi c-acp pns32 vdb;
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5657
no we must differ from them, we must come out from among them, and be separate, and touch no unclean thing.
no we must differ from them, we must come out from among them, and be separate, and touch no unclean thing.
dx pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp p-acp pno32, cc vbi j, cc vvb dx j n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5658
Though they handle it, we must not touch it.
Though they handle it, we must not touch it.
cs pns32 vvb pn31, pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5659
When Shadrach, Mesach, and Abednego refused to bow before the Golden Image which Nebuchadnezar the King had set up, they might have said to them, What will you do as no body doth? you see that all men universally fall down before it,
When Shadrach, Mesach, and Abednego refused to bow before the Golden Image which Nebuchadnezzar the King had Set up, they might have said to them, What will you do as no body does? you see that all men universally fallen down before it,
c-crq np1, np1, cc np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 r-crq np1 dt n1 vhd vvn a-acp, pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32, q-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp dx n1 vdz? pn22 vvb cst d n2 av-j vvi a-acp p-acp pn31,
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5660
and they no small ones neither, the Judges, Councellors, Princes, Rulers of the people, Dan. 3.3.
and they no small ones neither, the Judges, Councillors, Princes, Rulers of the people, Dan. 3.3.
cc pns32 dx j pi2 d, dt n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5661
And will you take upon you to be wiser then your betters? will you stand out alone,
And will you take upon you to be Wiser then your betters? will you stand out alone,
cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi jc cs po22 n2-j? vmb pn22 vvb av av-j,
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5662
and be so stiff in your opinion? yet this did not one whit move them,
and be so stiff in your opinion? yet this did not one whit move them,
cc vbb av j p-acp po22 n1? av d vdd xx crd n1 vvi pno32,
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5663
neither must such an argument as this prevail with us.
neither must such an argument as this prevail with us.
dx vmb d dt n1 c-acp d vvb p-acp pno12.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5664
No we must keep the right way though we go alone, though all the world should leave us and forsake us.
No we must keep the right Way though we go alone, though all the world should leave us and forsake us.
uh-dx pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 cs pns12 vvb av-j, cs d dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5665
And to this end I propound two things.
And to this end I propound two things.
cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvi crd n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
729
Page 187
5666
1. It will be a safe course thus to reserve our selves from the pollutions of the world,
1. It will be a safe course thus to reserve our selves from the pollutions of the world,
crd pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
730
Page 187
5667
and the contagion of the times and places where we live.
and the contagion of the times and places where we live.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pns12 vvb.
(28) part (DIV2)
730
Page 187
5668
The Lord most commonly vouchsafes to such a special priviledge of preservation, when dangers and calamities and troubles come;
The Lord most commonly vouchsafes to such a special privilege of preservation, when dangers and calamities and Troubles come;
dt n1 av-ds av-j vvz p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n2 cc n2 cc n2 vvb;
(28) part (DIV2)
730
Page 187
5669
as he did to Lot, and Noah, and the Mourners in Ezechiel. And as they have not shared in common corruptions,
as he did to Lot, and Noah, and the Mourners in Ezechiel. And as they have not shared in Common corruptions,
c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp n1, cc np1, cc dt n2 p-acp np1. cc c-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp j n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
730
Page 187
5670
so he exempteth them from Common desolations, &c. 2. And as it will be safe for us thus to reserve our selves, so it will be honourable too.
so he exempteth them from Common desolations, etc. 2. And as it will be safe for us thus to reserve our selves, so it will be honourable too.
av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, av crd cc c-acp pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2, av pn31 vmb vbi j av.
(28) part (DIV2)
730
Page 187
5671
The veriest wretch may keep himself from wicked acts sometimes, when there are no examples, no temptations to withdraw him.
The veriest wretch may keep himself from wicked acts sometime, when there Are no Examples, no temptations to withdraw him.
dt js n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp j n2 av, c-crq pc-acp vbr dx n2, dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(28) part (DIV2)
731
Page 187
5672
But in a world of wickedness to be singular in goodness, is Christian-like indeed.
But in a world of wickedness to be singular in Goodness, is Christianlike indeed.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, vbz j av.
(28) part (DIV2)
731
Page 187
5673
It was Tullies Commendation of Muraena, Laudandus Muraena non tam quod in Asia vixerit, quam quod in Asia continenter vixerit. And Gods of Job, that there was none like him in the earth.
It was Yields Commendation of Muraena, Laudandus Muraena non tam quod in Asia vixerit, quam quod in Asia continenter vixerit. And God's of Job, that there was none like him in the earth.
pn31 vbds npg1 n1 pp-f np1, np1 np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 n1, fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 n1 n1. cc n2 pp-f np1, cst a-acp vbds pix av-j pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
731
Page 187
5674
Are there some certain, &c. And are you of that number? there is no reason then why you should be so much distracted and disquieted to see such stirs and troubles, such alterations and confusions in the world.
are there Some certain, etc. And Are you of that number? there is no reason then why you should be so much distracted and disquieted to see such stirs and Troubles, such alterations and confusions in the world.
vbr pc-acp d j, av cc vbr pn22 pp-f d n1? pc-acp vbz dx n1 av c-crq pn22 vmd vbi av av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp vvb d n2 cc n2, d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5675
Why should you be so out of patience to see things turned upside down in such a Country where you do not live, to which you do not appertain? What need you care (I spake of such a Care as eateth out the joy and comfort of a man) how matters go, what stirrs and hubbubs and combustions there are here in this world,
Why should you be so out of patience to see things turned upside down in such a Country where you do not live, to which you do not appertain? What need you care (I spoke of such a Care as Eateth out the joy and Comfort of a man) how matters go, what stirs and hubbubs and combustions there Are Here in this world,
q-crq vmd pn22 vbi av av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvd av a-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pn22 vdb xx vvi, p-acp r-crq pn22 vdb xx vvi? q-crq vvb pn22 vvb (pns11 vvd pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) q-crq n2 vvb, r-crq vvz cc n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbr av p-acp d n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5676
so long as all goes well at home in your world? Remember still in such a case that you are not of this world but of another.
so long as all Goes well At home in your world? remember still in such a case that you Are not of this world but of Another.
av av-j c-acp d vvz av p-acp n1-an p-acp po22 n1? np1 av p-acp d dt n1 cst pn22 vbr xx pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5677
And why then should it startle you, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the Sea? Yea though the Kingdoms of this world be shaken,
And why then should it startle you, though the earth be removed, and though the Mountains be carried into the midst of the Sea? Yea though the Kingdoms of this world be shaken,
cc q-crq av vmd pn31 vvi pn22, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, cc cs dt n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? uh cs dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbi vvn,
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5678
so long as your world and the Kingdom of it is not shaken, so long as that stands firm and sure, you have no reason to be swallowed up with overmuch fear, and overmuch sorrow:
so long as your world and the Kingdom of it is not shaken, so long as that Stands firm and sure, you have no reason to be swallowed up with overmuch Fear, and overmuch sorrow:
av av-j c-acp po22 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz xx vvn, av av-j p-acp cst vvz j cc j, pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp av vvb, cc av n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5679
But rather on the other side, when you see all the world and all the Kingdoms of it in a flame, to bless and magnifie the Lord that you are out of this world;
But rather on the other side, when you see all the world and all the Kingdoms of it in a flame, to bless and magnify the Lord that you Are out of this world;
cc-acp av-c p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pn22 vvb d dt n1 cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 cst pn22 vbr av pp-f d n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5680
that you are out of Gun-shot, out of the reach of these things.
that you Are out of Gunshot, out of the reach of these things.
cst pn22 vbr av pp-f j, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5681
Indeed with reference to the men of this world, who have their Conversation and their portion here, whose friends,
Indeed with Referente to the men of this world, who have their Conversation and their portion Here, whose Friends,
np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 cc po32 n1 av, rg-crq n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5682
and means, and dwellings lye in this Country, we have reason to be troubled when Concussions and Confusions come upon the earth;
and means, and dwellings lie in this Country, we have reason to be troubled when Concussions and Confusions come upon the earth;
cc n2, cc n2 vvb p-acp d n1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp dt n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5683
for we should pity those who are of the self same nature with us, in their troubles and distresses.
for we should pity those who Are of the self same nature with us, in their Troubles and Distresses.
c-acp pns12 vmd vvi d r-crq vbr pp-f dt n1 d n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5684
But for our selves, we may behold the greatest tribulation and distractions that come upon the world,
But for our selves, we may behold the greatest tribulation and distractions that come upon the world,
p-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt js n1 cc n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1,
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5685
as things that do not much concern us, just as we do the wars in Italy; when we have peace, we pitty the poor people there,
as things that do not much concern us, just as we do the wars in Italy; when we have peace, we pity the poor people there,
c-acp n2 cst vdb xx d vvi pno12, av c-acp pns12 vdb dt n2 p-acp np1; c-crq pns12 vhb n1, pns12 vvb dt j n1 a-acp,
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5686
and rejoyce that we live not in that Country.
and rejoice that we live not in that Country.
cc vvb cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp d n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5687
So long as all goes well at home, as no ill tydings come from heaven, from our own Country, we are in a good Condition:
So long as all Goes well At home, as no ill tidings come from heaven, from our own Country, we Are in a good Condition:
av av-j c-acp d vvz av p-acp n1-an, c-acp dx j-jn n2 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp po12 d n1, pns12 vbr p-acp dt j n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5688
It may be we may suffer some outward evils and extremities;
It may be we may suffer Some outward evils and extremities;
pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vmb vvi d j n2-jn cc n2;
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5689
we may be banished from the Country which we sojourn in, but then we are but banished from a place of banishment.
we may be banished from the Country which we sojourn in, but then we Are but banished from a place of banishment.
pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, cc-acp av pns12 vbr p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5690
We may be banished (if I may express it so) out of this world into the other, that is, we may lose our lives,
We may be banished (if I may express it so) out of this world into the other, that is, we may loose our lives,
pns12 vmb vbi vvn (cs pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av) av pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cst vbz, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2,
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5691
but then at worst we are but banished home.
but then At worst we Are but banished home.
cc-acp av p-acp js pns12 vbr p-acp vvn av-an.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5692
They do but send us to the world that we are of, and that we belong to;
They do but send us to the world that we Are of, and that we belong to;
pns32 vdb p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vbr pp-f, cc cst pns12 vvb p-acp;
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5693
men may deprive us of the Life by which we live in this world, but this is but a seeming Life, the shaddow of a Life;
men may deprive us of the Life by which we live in this world, but this is but a seeming Life, the shadow of a Life;
n2 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, cc-acp d vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5694
it is but as though we lived in the world.
it is but as though we lived in the world.
pn31 vbz cc-acp c-acp cs pns12 vvd p-acp dt n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5695
But the life by which we live in the world that we are of, is an enduring and abiding life;
But the life by which we live in the world that we Are of, is an enduring and abiding life;
p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vbr pp-f, vbz dt j-vvg cc vvg n1;
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5696
It is a lasting and an endless life, it is above the reach of death and dissolution:
It is a lasting and an endless life, it is above the reach of death and dissolution:
pn31 vbz dt j-vvg cc dt j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1:
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5720
You see then all the People of the Lord Christ were first of all belonging to the Father.
You see then all the People of the Lord christ were First of all belonging to the Father.
pn22 vvb av d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
737
Page 197
5697
And though the natural life decay, this life of grace will flourish and grow stronger still, till it be perfected in that of glory.
And though the natural life decay, this life of grace will flourish and grow Stronger still, till it be perfected in that of glory.
cc cs dt j n1 n1, d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi cc vvi jc av, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d pp-f n1.
(28) part (DIV2)
732
Page 196
5698
JOHN 17.6. Thine they were, &c. thou gavest them to me.JOHN 17.6. Thine they were, etc. thou Gavest them to me.
np1 crd. po21 pns32 vbdr, av pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
732
Page 197
5699
ANd thus far of the description of the persons to whom our Saviour had made known his Fathers Name;
ANd thus Far of the description of the Persons to whom our Saviour had made known his Father's Name;
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vhd vvn vvn po31 ng1 n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
734
Page 197
5700
not by their own condition, or their own action, but by his Fathers act upon them,
not by their own condition, or their own actium, but by his Father's act upon them,
xx p-acp po32 d n1, cc po32 d n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp pno32,
(29) part (DIV2)
734
Page 197
5701
or in reference to them, his giving them to Jesus Christ out of the world.
or in Referente to them, his giving them to jesus christ out of the world.
cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, po31 vvg pno32 p-acp np1 np1 av pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
734
Page 197
5702
I have manifested thy Name to the men whom thou gavest me out of the world. I have manifested thy Name to the men whom thou Gavest me out of the world.
pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
734
Page 197
5703
The following words seem to be added to anticipate a scruple that might be raised in the hearts of those who heard him praying to his Father thus;
The following words seem to be added to anticipate a scruple that might be raised in the hearts of those who herd him praying to his Father thus;
dt j-vvg n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvd pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1 av;
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5704
or who in after-times might come to read this prayer of our Saviour, as it is here recorded in the Gospel.
or who in Aftertimes might come to read this prayer of our Saviour, as it is Here recorded in the Gospel.
cc r-crq p-acp n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5705
They might consider with themselves on this occasion;
They might Consider with themselves on this occasion;
pns32 vmd vvi p-acp px32 p-acp d n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5706
if Iesus Christ have none belonging to him, none that are indeed his own, but those that are bestowed upon him by his Father;
if Iesus christ have none belonging to him, none that Are indeed his own, but those that Are bestowed upon him by his Father;
cs np1 np1 vhb pix vvg p-acp pno31, pi cst vbr av po31 d, cc-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5707
why then it seems all were the Fathers in the first place. For no one gives that to another which he hath not first himself. Nihil dat quod non habet.
why then it seems all were the Father's in the First place. For no one gives that to Another which he hath not First himself. Nihil that quod non habet.
q-crq av pn31 vvz d vbdr dt n2 p-acp dt ord n1. p-acp dx pi vvz d p-acp n-jn r-crq pns31 vhz xx ord px31. fw-la cst fw-la fw-fr fw-la.
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5708
True, saith our Saviour, so it is indeed, they were my Fathers, and I had them all from him.
True, Says our Saviour, so it is indeed, they were my Father's, and I had them all from him.
j, vvz po12 n1, av pn31 vbz av, pns32 vbdr po11 n2, cc pns11 vhd pno32 d p-acp pno31.
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5709
Thine they were, and thou gavest them to me. So that you see the Observation lies before you.Thine they were, and thou Gavest them to me. So that you see the Observation lies before you.
po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11. av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22.
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5710
DOCTRINE. That all the people of the Lord Christ were first of all belonging to the Father.DOCTRINE. That all the people of the Lord christ were First of all belonging to the Father.
n1. cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
735
Page 197
5711
His they were in the first place, and he gave them to the Son. And indeed he could not give them,
His they were in the First place, and he gave them to the Son. And indeed he could not give them,
po31 pns32 vbdr p-acp dt ord n1, cc pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32,
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5712
if they were not first his own: For he that gives a thing, alters the property of that which he bestowes;
if they were not First his own: For he that gives a thing, alters the property of that which he bestows;
cs pns32 vbdr xx ord po31 d: c-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 vvz;
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5713
passes away the right he had, and makes it over to another. And so doth God in reference to Iesus Christ.
passes away the right he had, and makes it over to Another. And so does God in Referente to Iesus christ.
vvz av dt n-jn pns31 vhd, cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn. cc av vdz np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5714
He gives him all the people that he hath.
He gives him all the people that he hath.
pns31 vvz pno31 d dt n1 cst pns31 vhz.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5715
Iesus Christ hath not a man but by donation from the Father, and therefore they were his first.
Iesus christ hath not a man but by donation from the Father, and Therefore they were his First.
np1 np1 vhz xx dt n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av pns32 vbdr po31 ord.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5716
And this is that which Iesus Christ acknowledges in this place, thine they were, and thou gavest them to me.
And this is that which Iesus christ acknowledges in this place, thine they were, and thou Gavest them to me.
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp d n1, po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5717
And to the same effect he speakes, ver. 10. of this Chapter, Thine are mine, and I am glorified in them.
And to the same Effect he speaks, ver. 10. of this Chapter, Thine Are mine, and I am glorified in them.
cc p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd pp-f d n1, po21 vbr png11, cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5718
They that were sometimes thine, are now mine.
They that were sometime thine, Are now mine.
pns32 d vbdr av po21, vbr av png11.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5719
Thy interest was first, and mine in the second place by donation and conveyance from thy self.
Thy Interest was First, and mine in the second place by donation and conveyance from thy self.
po21 n1 vbds ord, cc png11 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
736
Page 197
5721
Now to unfold the point a little further to you, because indeed it needs not proof so much as explication;
Now to unfold the point a little further to you, Because indeed it needs not proof so much as explication;
av pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt j av-jc p-acp pn22, c-acp av pn31 vvz xx n1 av av-d c-acp n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 197
5722
We will examine and resolve a few things.
We will examine and resolve a few things.
pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi dt d n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 197
5723
First, who the Father is, to whom the people of our Saviour Christ do first belong? Secondly,
First, who the Father is, to whom the people of our Saviour christ doe First belong? Secondly,
ord, r-crq dt n1 vbz, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 n1 ord vvi? ord,
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 197
5724
how and in what respect they do first belong to him? Thirdly, how far the Father parteth with the right he had in those whom he bestows upon our Saviour Christ? Whether he makes them over to him so, that he himself hath now no longer any right at all in them? Or whether only so, that Christ and he do share together,
how and in what respect they do First belong to him? Thirdly, how Far the Father parts with the right he had in those whom he bestows upon our Saviour christ? Whither he makes them over to him so, that he himself hath now no longer any right At all in them? Or whither only so, that christ and he do share together,
c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vdb ord vvi p-acp pno31? ord, c-crq av-j dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n-jn pns31 vhd p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po12 n1 np1? cs pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp pno31 av, cst pns31 px31 vhz av av-dx av-jc d n-jn p-acp d p-acp pno32? cc cs av-j av, cst np1 cc pns31 vdb vvi av,
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 190
5725
and have a joynt and mixed right and interest in those people.
and have a joint and mixed right and Interest in those people.
cc vhb dt n1 cc vvn j-jn cc n1 p-acp d n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 190
5726
And lastly, seeing all do first of all belong to God the Father, why he doth not keep them to himself,
And lastly, seeing all doe First of all belong to God the Father, why he does not keep them to himself,
cc ord, vvg d n1 ord pp-f d vvb p-acp np1 dt n1, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp px31,
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 190
5727
but makes them over to his Son Christ. These things would be a little looked into before we come to application.
but makes them over to his Son christ. These things would be a little looked into before we come to application.
cc-acp vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po31 n1 np1. np1 n2 vmd vbi dt av-j vvd p-acp a-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
738
Page 190
5728
As for the first of these my Brethren, Who the Father is to whom the people of our Saviour Christ do first belong? We must be sure that we be right in this,
As for the First of these my Brothers, Who the Father is to whom the people of our Saviour christ doe First belong? We must be sure that we be right in this,
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d po11 n2, r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 n1 ord vvi? pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns12 vbb j-jn p-acp d,
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5729
or else we miss in the foundation of the whole business.
or Else we miss in the Foundation of the Whole business.
cc av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5730
I shall be brief upon the resolution of it now, because you may remember I have done it largely heretofore in another case, and on another occasion.
I shall be brief upon the resolution of it now, Because you may Remember I have done it largely heretofore in Another case, and on Another occasion.
pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pns11 vhb vdn pn31 av-j av p-acp j-jn n1, cc p-acp j-jn n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5731
This I desire you to take notice of, which Calvin also carefully observes, that our Saviour in the Gospel, especially in this of John, speaking as man and not as God, under the name of Father, intimates and comprehends the whole Godhead.
This I desire you to take notice of, which calvin also carefully observes, that our Saviour in the Gospel, especially in this of John, speaking as man and not as God, under the name of Father, intimates and comprehends the Whole Godhead.
d pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, r-crq np1 av av-j vvz, cst po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp d pp-f np1, vvg p-acp n1 cc xx c-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz cc vvz dt j-jn n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5732
Nor let this seem strange to you;
Nor let this seem strange to you;
ccx vvb d vvi j p-acp pn22;
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5733
for Christ as man is Gods Son, not God the Fathers Son alone, but the Son of the whole God-head.
for christ as man is God's Son, not God the Father's Son alone, but the Son of the Whole Godhead.
p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vbz npg1 n1, xx np1 dt ng1 n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5734
Indeed as God, he is the Son of the first person only, but as man, he is the Son of all the persons.
Indeed as God, he is the Son of the First person only, but as man, he is the Son of all the Persons.
np1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 av-j, cc-acp c-acp n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5735
As man, he is a Creature, and he is not God the Fathers Creature only, for the works of the Trinity without are individed.
As man, he is a Creature, and he is not God the Father's Creature only, for the works of the Trinity without Are individed.
p-acp n1, pns31 vbz dt n1, cc pns31 vbz xx np1 dt ng1 n1 av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 p-acp vbr j.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5736
And therefore Christ is made the Son of God in the same way that Adam is, Luk. 3.33. &c. And it is very evident, that in my Text he spakes to God the Father,
And Therefore christ is made the Son of God in the same Way that Adam is, Luk. 3.33. etc. And it is very evident, that in my Text he spakes to God the Father,
cc av np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt d n1 cst np1 vbz, np1 crd. av cc pn31 vbz av j, cst p-acp po11 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5737
as a Creature and as a Man:
as a Creature and as a Man:
c-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1:
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5738
for he speakes to him in prayer, and prayer is a part of worship, and God doth not worship God.
for he speaks to him in prayer, and prayer is a part of worship, and God does not worship God.
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 vdz xx vvi np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5739
And when as man he prayes to God, you must not think he prayes to the first person only and exclusively,
And when as man he prays to God, you must not think he prays to the First person only and exclusively,
cc c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1, pn22 vmb xx vvi pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 av-j cc av-j,
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5740
but he prayes to all the persons.
but he prays to all the Persons.
cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
6322
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, see how it is with you in this regard:
Now I beseech you, my beloved, see how it is with you in this regard:
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
5741
And therefore when he saith to God in prayer, thine they were, the people which I have, were sometimes thine, he cannot mean that they were the first persons only, (for certainly one person prayes not to another) but they were the whole Godheads.
And Therefore when he Says to God in prayer, thine they were, the people which I have, were sometime thine, he cannot mean that they were the First Persons only, (for Certainly one person prays not to Another) but they were the Whole Godheads.
cc av c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, po21 pns32 vbdr, dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb, vbdr av po21, pns31 vmbx vvi cst pns32 vbdr dt ord n2 av-j, (c-acp av-j crd n1 vvz xx p-acp j-jn) cc-acp pns32 vbdr dt j-jn n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5742
You see then who the Father is, to whom the people of our Saviour Christ do first belong.
You see then who the Father is, to whom the people of our Saviour christ doe First belong.
pn22 vvb av q-crq dt n1 vbz, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 n1 ord vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5743
Not God personally taken for the first person of the Godhead, but God essentially taken for the whole essence of the Godhead, as subsisting in the persons.
Not God personally taken for the First person of the Godhead, but God essentially taken for the Whole essence of the Godhead, as subsisting in the Persons.
xx np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vvg p-acp dt n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5744
And God so taken is the Father of our Saviour Christ as he is man, and so he prayes to him in this place.
And God so taken is the Father of our Saviour christ as he is man, and so he prays to him in this place.
cc np1 av vvn vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
739
Page 190
5745
So that now the way is open to the second Quaere, how and in what respect the people of the Lord Christ were first of all belonging to his Father, that is to the whole Godhead,
So that now the Way is open to the second Quaere, how and in what respect the people of the Lord christ were First of all belonging to his Father, that is to the Whole Godhead,
av cst av dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt ord fw-la, c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
740
Page 190
5746
before they came to his hands as he is man and Mediator of the Church.
before they Come to his hands as he is man and Mediator of the Church.
c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
740
Page 190
5747
Beloved ▪ they were first of all belonging to his Father in that sense that we have said, especially in two respects; either as his Created ones;
beloved ▪ they were First of all belonging to his Father in that sense that we have said, especially in two respects; either as his Created ones;
np1 ▪ pns32 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vhb vvn, av-j p-acp crd n2; d c-acp po31 vvn pi2;
(29) part (DIV2)
740
Page 190
5748
or as his Elected ones, as his Creatures, or his Chosen.
or as his Elected ones, as his Creatures, or his Chosen.
cc c-acp po31 vvn pi2, c-acp po31 n2, cc po31 j-vvn.
(29) part (DIV2)
740
Page 190
5749
1. All the people of the Lord Christ were first of all belonging to his Father as his Creatures.
1. All the people of the Lord christ were First of all belonging to his Father as his Creatures.
crd av-d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 190
5750
His they were, for he made them.
His they were, for he made them.
po31 pns32 vbdr, c-acp pns31 vvd pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 190
5751
It is the greatest reason in the world, that he that makes a thing should own it too, that it should be his that made it;
It is the greatest reason in the world, that he that makes a thing should own it too, that it should be his that made it;
pn31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 av, cst pn31 vmd vbi po31 cst vvd pn31;
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 190
5752
That he that gives a thing being, should have a title to it while it hath a being,
That he that gives a thing being, should have a title to it while it hath a being,
cst pns31 cst vvz dt n1 vbg, vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp pn31 cs pn31 vhz dt vbg,
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 190
5753
unless he voluntarily and freely make it over to another.
unless he voluntarily and freely make it over to Another.
cs pns31 av-jn cc av-j vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 190
5754
And by this means, God hath a primitive original and native right in all the world and all the people that are in it.
And by this means, God hath a primitive original and native right in all the world and all the people that Are in it.
cc p-acp d n2, np1 vhz dt j j-jn cc j-jn n-jn p-acp d dt n1 cc d dt n1 cst vbr p-acp pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5755
Jesus Christ as he is man, hath not right to one person; I mean originally of himself.
jesus christ as he is man, hath not right to one person; I mean originally of himself.
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vhz xx j-jn p-acp crd n1; pns11 vvb av-j pp-f px31.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5756
But how then shall he come to have a people to be his members, and to make up a Church a body for him? Why God his Father is content to furnish him out of his store.
But how then shall he come to have a people to be his members, and to make up a Church a body for him? Why God his Father is content to furnish him out of his store.
p-acp q-crq av vmb pns31 vvi pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 dt n1 p-acp pno31? q-crq np1 po31 n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5757
Rather then he shall want a Company of men to be his members, he will spare him some of his,
Rather then he shall want a Company of men to be his members, he will spare him Some of his,
av-c cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 d pp-f png31,
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5758
and others he will keep for other purposes to execute his wrath and manifest the glory of his Justice on.
and Others he will keep for other Purposes to execute his wrath and manifest the glory of his justice on.
cc n2-jn pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 a-acp.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5759
There are a people for thee, saith the Father, thou shalt have such and such of mine.
There Are a people for thee, Says the Father, thou shalt have such and such of mine.
pc-acp vbr dt n1 p-acp pno21, vvz dt n1, pns21 vm2 vhi d cc d pp-f png11.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5760
All the world are mine, thou knowest; and such a number I will give thee out of the world;
All the world Are mine, thou Knowest; and such a number I will give thee out of the world;
av-d dt n1 vbr png11, pns21 vv2; cc d dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av pp-f dt n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5783
That he makes over all the interest he hath, in those whom he bestows on Jesus Christ.
That he makes over all the Interest he hath, in those whom he bestows on jesus christ.
cst pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vhz, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
743
Page 199
5761
So many thou shalt have among the Jews, and if that be not sufficient, thou shalt have as many more as thou wilt ask among the Gentiles.
So many thou shalt have among the jews, and if that be not sufficient, thou shalt have as many more as thou wilt ask among the Gentiles.
av d pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp dt np2, cc cs d vbb xx j, pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp d dc c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n2-j.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5762
Ask of me and I will give thee, Psal. 2.7.Ask of me and I will give thee, Psalm 2.7.
vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21, np1 crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5763
And hence our Saviour speaking of his people, acknowledgeth they were his Fathers first, I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world.
And hence our Saviour speaking of his people, acknowledgeth they were his Father's First, I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou Gavest me out of the world.
cc av po12 n1 vvg pp-f po31 n1, vvz pns32 vbdr po31 n2 ord, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5764
Thine they were, and thou gavest them to me. Thine they were, and thou Gavest them to me.
png21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
741
Page 199
5765
2. All the people of the Lord Christ were first of all belonging to his Father as his chosen.
2. All the people of the Lord christ were First of all belonging to his Father as his chosen.
crd av-d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5766
Not only as his Creatures, but as his Elect too. And thus he hath a neerer interest in those whom he bestows on Jesus Christ,
Not only as his Creatures, but as his Elect too. And thus he hath a nearer Interest in those whom he bestows on jesus christ,
xx av-j c-acp po31 n2, cc-acp c-acp po31 n1 av. cc av pns31 vhz dt jc n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 np1,
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5767
then he hath in any other.
then he hath in any other.
cs pns31 vhz p-acp d n-jn.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5768
All the world are his indeed, but then there are some certain people whom he chooses for himself in a peculiar and a special way.
All the world Are his indeed, but then there Are Some certain people whom he chooses for himself in a peculiar and a special Way.
av-d dt n1 vbr po31 av, cc-acp av pc-acp vbr d j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5769
As he that is the Owner of a goodly Wood, all the Trees are his indeed,
As he that is the Owner of a goodly Wood, all the Trees Are his indeed,
p-acp pns31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, d dt n2 vbr po31 av,
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5770
but yet there is a Tree or two, or more, which he chooses to himself and which he marks out to himself,
but yet there is a Tree or two, or more, which he chooses to himself and which he marks out to himself,
cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc crd, cc av-dc, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31 cc r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp px31,
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5771
and for his own particular and private use. So the earth is the Lords, and all the people that are in it;
and for his own particular and private use. So the earth is the lords, and all the people that Are in it;
cc p-acp po31 d j cc j n1. np1 dt n1 vbz dt n2, cc d dt n1 cst vbr p-acp pn31;
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5772
but yet there are some certain men whom he hath set a part from everlasting to be his, to be the Vessells of his own House, the Servants of his own Family.
but yet there Are Some certain men whom he hath Set a part from everlasting to be his, to be the Vessels of his own House, the Servants of his own Family.
cc-acp av a-acp vbr d j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j pc-acp vbi png31, pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5773
As it is said of Jacob, Psal. 135.4.
As it is said of Jacob, Psalm 135.4.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5774
The Lord hath chosen Jacob to himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure. And therefore when he gives these up to Christ,The Lord hath chosen Jacob to himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure. And Therefore when he gives these up to christ,
dt n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp px31, cc np1 p-acp po31 j n1. cc av c-crq pns31 vvz d a-acp p-acp np1,
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5775
and makes them actually his, no marvail though he answer him as in my text, thine they were, and thou hast given them to me.
and makes them actually his, no marvel though he answer him as in my text, thine they were, and thou hast given them to me.
cc vvz pno32 av-j png31, dx n1 cs pns31 vvb pno31 a-acp p-acp po11 n1, po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5776
And here indeed the gift of God is most to be observed. He doth not give our Saviour all that are his by Creation, all the wicked;
And Here indeed the gift of God is most to be observed. He does not give our Saviour all that Are his by Creation, all the wicked;
cc av av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds pc-acp vbi vvn. pns31 vdz xx vvi po12 n1 d cst vbr po31 p-acp n1, d dt j;
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5777
he gives him but some of them, and therefore he is said to give them out of the world.
he gives him but Some of them, and Therefore he is said to give them out of the world.
pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5778
But he gives him all that are his by Election, he doth not keep one man from him.
But he gives him all that Are his by Election, he does not keep one man from him.
p-acp pns31 vvz pno31 d cst vbr po31 p-acp n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi crd n1 p-acp pno31.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5779
God hath a special interest in them above the rest, they are his own peculiar treasure,
God hath a special Interest in them above the rest, they Are his own peculiar treasure,
np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr po31 d j n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5780
as you heard but now, and every one of them he gives to Christ. Jesus Christ hath all his treasure, take his trash who will.
as you herd but now, and every one of them he gives to christ. jesus christ hath all his treasure, take his trash who will.
c-acp pn22 vvd p-acp av, cc d crd pp-f pno32 pns31 vvz p-acp np1. np1 np1 vhz d po31 n1, vvb po31 n1 r-crq vmb.
(29) part (DIV2)
742
Page 199
5781
Now for the third particular, how far the Father parteth with the right he hath in those whom he bestows on Jesus Christ.
Now for the third particular, how Far the Father parts with the right he hath in those whom he bestows on jesus christ.
av p-acp dt ord j, c-crq av-j dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n-jn pns31 vhz p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
743
Page 199
5782
A man would think, by the expression of our Saviour in my text, that he parted with it wholly.
A man would think, by the expression of our Saviour in my text, that he parted with it wholly.
dt n1 vmd vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 av-jn.
(29) part (DIV2)
743
Page 199
5784
That when he gives them up to him, he utterly devests himself of all his former interest,
That when he gives them up to him, he utterly devests himself of all his former Interest,
cst c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp pno31, pns31 av-j vvz px31 pp-f d po31 j n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
743
Page 199
5785
so that he hath no longer any right at all in them. Thine they were, saith Jesus Christ, why then it seems they are not now;
so that he hath no longer any right At all in them. Thine they were, Says jesus christ, why then it seems they Are not now;
av cst pns31 vhz dx jc dg n-jn p-acp d p-acp pno32. po21 pns32 vbdr, vvz np1 np1, uh-crq av pn31 vvz pns32 vbr xx av;
(29) part (DIV2)
743
Page 199
5786
thine they were, but now they are no longer thine; for thou hast given them to me. thine they were, but now they Are no longer thine; for thou hast given them to me.
po21 pns32 vbdr, cc-acp av pns32 vbr av-dx av-jc po21; p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
743
Page 199
5787
But certainly we must not understand it in such an absolute and rigid sense, but with some grains of mitigation.
But Certainly we must not understand it in such an absolute and rigid sense, but with Some grains of mitigation.
p-acp av-j pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp d dt j cc j n1, cc-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5788
For when the Father hath actually given men to Jesus Christ to be his members, they do not cease to be his Creatures, they do not cease to be his chosen,
For when the Father hath actually given men to jesus christ to be his members, they do not cease to be his Creatures, they do not cease to be his chosen,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz av-j vvn n2 p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbi po31 n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbi po31 j-vvn,
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5789
and therefore in a sence, my brethren, they are his still.
and Therefore in a sense, my brothers, they Are his still.
cc av p-acp dt n1, po11 n2, pns32 vbr po31 av.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5790
And this our Saviour Christ acknowledgeth expresly, but a little after at ver. 9, 10. I pray not for the world,
And this our Saviour christ acknowledgeth expressly, but a little After At for. 9, 10. I pray not for the world,
cc d po12 n1 np1 vvz av-j, cc-acp dt j c-acp p-acp p-acp. crd, crd pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5791
but for them which thou hast given me, and mine are thine. but for them which thou hast given me, and mine Are thine.
cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc png11 vbr png21.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5792
Observe it well, he saith not to the Father, mine were thine, before thou gavest them to me,
Observe it well, he Says not to the Father, mine were thine, before thou Gavest them to me,
vvb pn31 av, pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, n1 vbdr png21, c-acp pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11,
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5793
but mine are thine, notwithstanding thou hast given them to me.
but mine Are thine, notwithstanding thou hast given them to me.
cc-acp png11 vbr png21, a-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5794
So that the Father doth so bestow his people on the Son, that after the donation, Christ and he do share together,
So that the Father does so bestow his people on the Son, that After the donation, christ and he do share together,
av cst dt n1 vdz av vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp dt n1, np1 cc pns31 vdb vvi av,
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5795
and have a joint and mixed interest and right in those people; and however they that appertain to Christ, are stiled his peculiar people. Tit. 2.14. which is a term that intimates not a right in common, but an unmixed and undivided right;
and have a joint and mixed Interest and right in those people; and however they that appertain to christ, Are styled his peculiar people. Tit. 2.14. which is a term that intimates not a right in Common, but an unmixed and undivided right;
cc vhb dt n1 cc vvn n1 cc n-jn p-acp d n1; cc c-acp pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1, vbr vvn po31 j n1. np1 crd. r-crq vbz dt n1 cst vvz xx dt j-jn p-acp j, cc-acp dt j cc j n-jn;
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5796
you must not understand it in opposition to the Father, but to themselves, and to the world and to the Devil.
you must not understand it in opposition to the Father, but to themselves, and to the world and to the devil.
pn22 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp px32, cc p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5797
They are his peculiar so, that though they were once their own, now they are their own no longer.
They Are his peculiar so, that though they were once their own, now they Are their own no longer.
pns32 vbr po31 j av, cst cs pns32 vbdr a-acp po32 d, av pns32 vbr po32 d av-dx av-jc.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5798
Though they were once the worlds, now they are the worlds no longer. Though they were once the Devils, now they are his no longer.
Though they were once the world's, now they Are the world's no longer. Though they were once the Devils, now they Are his no longer.
cs pns32 vbdr a-acp dt n2, av pns32 vbr dt n2 av-dx av-jc. cs pns32 vbdr a-acp dt n2, av pns32 vbr po31 dx av-jc.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5799
But they are not his peculiar so, that they are no more the Fathers.
But they Are not his peculiar so, that they Are no more the Father's.
p-acp pns32 vbr xx po31 j av, cst pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc dt n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5800
No, God and Christ do alwayes share, as I have said, and as he himself confesseth, in the fore-alledged verse, All mine are thine, and thine are mine.
No, God and christ do always share, as I have said, and as he himself Confesses, in the fore-alleged verse, All mine Are thine, and thine Are mine.
uh-dx, np1 cc np1 vdb av vvi, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, cc c-acp pns31 px31 vvz, p-acp dt j n1, d n1 vbr png21, cc png21 vbr png11.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5801
And in this sense, you must conceive the Expression in my text, Thine they were. They were once wholly and entirely thine;
And in this sense, you must conceive the Expression in my text, Thine they were. They were once wholly and entirely thine;
cc p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, po21 pns32 vbdr. pns32 vbdr a-acp av-jn cc av-j po21;
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5802
now they are not so thine, for thou hast given them to me, and therefore I must strike in for a share with thee.
now they Are not so thine, for thou hast given them to me, and Therefore I must strike in for a share with thee.
av pns32 vbr xx av po21, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11, cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5803
Once they were thine only, now it is so no longer, for they are thine and mine too.
Once they were thine only, now it is so no longer, for they Are thine and mine too.
a-acp pns32 vbdr po21 j, av pn31 vbz av av-dx av-jc, c-acp pns32 vbr png21 cc png11 av.
(29) part (DIV2)
744
Page 200
5804
There is one thing yet behind;
There is one thing yet behind;
pc-acp vbz crd n1 av a-acp;
(29) part (DIV2)
745
Page 200
5805
That seeing all do first belong to God the Father, why he doth not keep them to himself,
That seeing all doe First belong to God the Father, why he does not keep them to himself,
cst vvg d n1 ord vvi p-acp np1 dt n1, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp px31,
(29) part (DIV2)
745
Page 200
5806
but makes them over to his Son Christ.
but makes them over to his Son christ.
cc-acp vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po31 n1 np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
745
Page 200
5807
And the reason is apparent, because if he should keep them to himself (as things are ordered) he must lose them:
And the reason is apparent, Because if he should keep them to himself (as things Are ordered) he must loose them:
cc dt n1 vbz j, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp px31 (c-acp n2 vbr vvn) pns31 vmb vvi pno32:
(29) part (DIV2)
745
Page 200
5808
And therefore gives them up to Christ, that he may save them. First, Those that belong to God, are his created ones, or as his Creatures;
And Therefore gives them up to christ, that he may save them. First, Those that belong to God, Are his created ones, or as his Creatures;
cc av vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32. ord, d cst vvb p-acp np1, vbr po31 j-vvn pi2, cc p-acp po31 n2;
(29) part (DIV2)
745
Page 200
5809
if he should keep them still in that Condition, and should not give them up to Jesus Christ, there were no other way but they must perish.
if he should keep them still in that Condition, and should not give them up to jesus christ, there were no other Way but they must perish.
cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1, cc vmd xx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vbdr dx j-jn n1 cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5810
All that the Creator made, by Adams fall have brought themselves into a lost condition. His work is wholly spoyled and marr'd by sin that is come in upon it,
All that the Creator made, by Adams fallen have brought themselves into a lost condition. His work is wholly spoiled and marred by since that is come in upon it,
av-d d dt n1 vvd, p-acp npg1 vvb vhb vvn px32 p-acp dt j-vvn n1. po31 n1 vbz av-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp p-acp pn31,
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5811
and hath defaced it, and destroyed it so that unless there be a reparation, all mankind is cast away and lost for ever.
and hath defaced it, and destroyed it so that unless there be a reparation, all mankind is cast away and lost for ever.
cc vhz vvn pn31, cc vvd pn31 av cst cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, d n1 vbz vvn av cc vvn p-acp av.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5812
This reparation is the work of Jesus Christ;
This reparation is the work of jesus christ;
d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1;
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5813
it is his business to repair the ruines of decayed mankind, and to restore them to that beauty and felicity from which they are declined and departed by the fall.
it is his business to repair the ruins of decayed mankind, and to restore them to that beauty and felicity from which they Are declined and departed by the fallen.
pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvd p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5814
If God the Father give him any broken piece to be amended and recovered by him, he doth his work upon him,
If God the Father give him any broken piece to be amended and recovered by him, he does his work upon him,
cs np1 dt n1 vvb pno31 d j-vvn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vdz po31 n1 p-acp pno31,
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5815
and he saves him to the utmost.
and he saves him to the utmost.
cc pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5816
But if the Father keep him to himself as a created one, if he leave him in the condition of a Creature,
But if the Father keep him to himself as a created one, if he leave him in the condition of a Creature,
p-acp cs dt n1 vvb pno31 pc-acp px31 p-acp dt j-vvn pi, cs pns31 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 200
5817
and do not make him over to his Son, that he may be a redeeemed one, that he may be recovered and restored by him, he even remaineth in that miserable and undone estate wherein the whole race of mankind is involved by the fall.
and do not make him over to his Son, that he may be a redeeemed one, that he may be recovered and restored by him, he even remains in that miserable and undone estate wherein the Whole raze of mankind is involved by the fallen.
cc vdb xx vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi dt j-vvn pi, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 av vvz p-acp d j cc vvn n1 c-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 201
5818
And therefore when the Father looks on the Creation, and sees his work is wholly spoiled, he considers with himself, I will not leave it all in this condition;
And Therefore when the Father looks on the Creation, and sees his work is wholly spoiled, he considers with himself, I will not leave it all in this condition;
cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 n1 vbz av-jn vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp px31, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31 d p-acp d n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 201
5819
no, some of it shall be repaired again, and that shall be my Sons business.
no, Some of it shall be repaired again, and that shall be my Sons business.
uh-dx, d pp-f pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, cc cst vmb vbi po11 ng1 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 201
5820
And so accordingly he picks out such and such a soul, and brings it to the Lord Christ;
And so accordingly he picks out such and such a soul, and brings it to the Lord christ;
cc av av-vvg pns31 vvz av d cc d dt n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1;
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 201
5821
There take that soul, and set it right again:
There take that soul, and Set it right again:
pc-acp vvi d n1, cc vvd pn31 j-jn av:
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 201
5822
I give it thee to this end that thou maist repair it, and restore it to all the happiness which it hath lost by Adams fall.
I give it thee to this end that thou Mayest repair it, and restore it to all the happiness which it hath lost by Adams fallen.
pns11 vvb pn31 pno21 p-acp d n1 cst pns21 vm2 vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp npg1 vvb.
(29) part (DIV2)
746
Page 201
5823
Secondly they that belong to God as his Elected ones, or as his Chosen, if he should keep them still in that Condition,
Secondly they that belong to God as his Elected ones, or as his Chosen, if he should keep them still in that Condition,
ord pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po31 vvn pi2, cc p-acp po31 j-vvn, cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5824
and should not give them up to Jesus Christ (this cannot be, but if this should be supposed,) there were no other way but they must perish;
and should not give them up to jesus christ (this cannot be, but if this should be supposed,) there were no other Way but they must perish;
cc vmd xx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp np1 np1 (d vmbx vbi, cc-acp cs d vmd vbi vvn,) pc-acp vbdr dx j-jn n1 cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi;
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5826
unless withal it be delivered up to Jesus Christ, and made a real living member of his body.
unless withal it be Delivered up to jesus christ, and made a real living member of his body.
cs av pn31 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1, cc vvd dt j j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5827
And therefore God Electeth every soul in Christ; he chooseth it in him, as the Apostle speaks, Eph. 1.4. That is, he looks on it in Christ, in the instant of Election, designeth it in time to be a part of Christ.
And Therefore God Electeth every soul in christ; he chooses it in him, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 1.4. That is, he looks on it in christ, in the instant of Election, designeth it in time to be a part of christ.
cc av np1 vvz d n1 p-acp np1; pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. cst vbz, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, vvz pn31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5828
And so accordingly when the appointed season comes, he brings this Chosen one of his to Christ,
And so accordingly when the appointed season comes, he brings this Chosen one of his to christ,
cc av av-vvg c-crq dt j-vvn n1 vvz, pns31 vvz d vvn crd pp-f png31 p-acp np1,
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5829
and gives it him, yea puts it into him;
and gives it him, yea puts it into him;
cc vvz pn31 pno31, uh vvz pn31 p-acp pno31;
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5830
There take it to thy self (saith he) mine it hath been from everlasting by election,
There take it to thy self (Says he) mine it hath been from everlasting by election,
pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1 (vvz pns31) vvb pn31 vhz vbn p-acp j p-acp n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5831
and now I make it thine by actual union and incorporation. I have done my part for it, and now do thou do thine.
and now I make it thine by actual Union and incorporation. I have done my part for it, and now do thou do thine.
cc av pns11 vvb pn31 png21 p-acp j n1 cc n1. pns11 vhb vdn po11 n1 p-acp pn31, cc av vdb pns21 vdi png21.
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5832
I have chosen it, do thou save it. This shall suffice for clearing of the observation.
I have chosen it, do thou save it. This shall suffice for clearing of the observation.
pns11 vhb vvn pn31, vdb pns21 vvi pn31. d vmb vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
747
Page 201
5833
I shall but add a word or two of application.
I shall but add a word or two of application.
pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1 cc crd pp-f n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
748
Page 201
5834
And is it so that all the people of the Lord Christ were first of all belonging to the Father? then surely he will keep them for the Fathers sake.
And is it so that all the people of the Lord christ were First of all belonging to the Father? then surely he will keep them for the Father's sake.
cc vbz pn31 av cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbdr ord pp-f d vvg p-acp dt n1? av av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5835
Before he let them go, he will consider with himself, of whom he had them.
Before he let them go, he will Consider with himself, of whom he had them.
p-acp pns31 vvd pno32 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp px31, pp-f ro-crq pns31 vhd pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5836
Brethren, you may be confident that Jesus Christ will never lose his people, but that he will be infinitely chary and extreamly tender of them,
Brothers, you may be confident that jesus christ will never loose his people, but that he will be infinitely chary and extremely tender of them,
n1, pn22 vmb vbi j cst np1 np1 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vbi av-j j cc av-jn j pp-f pno32,
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5837
because he had them of his Father.
Because he had them of his Father.
c-acp pns31 vhd pno32 pp-f po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5838
How do we esteem a Ring, a piece of Plate or some thing else that was our Fathers? If any one desire it of us,
How do we esteem a Ring, a piece of Plate or Some thing Else that was our Father's? If any one desire it of us,
q-crq vdb pns12 vvb dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc d n1 av cst vbds po12 n2? cs d pi vvb pn31 pp-f pno12,
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5839
if he offer money for it, no, will such a person say, I will not take an hundred times the value for it, it was my Fathers and I will not part with it.
if he offer money for it, no, will such a person say, I will not take an hundred times the valve for it, it was my Father's and I will not part with it.
cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp pn31, uh-dx, vmb d dt n1 vvb, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt crd n2 dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbds po11 n2 cc pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5840
And do you think my Brethren, that Jesus Christ doth not love his Father, as well as we love ours? And therefore when the Devil or the world, do go about to get away his people from him,
And do you think my Brothers, that jesus christ does not love his Father, as well as we love ours? And Therefore when the devil or the world, do go about to get away his people from him,
cc vdb pn22 vvb po11 n2, cst np1 np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns12 vvb png12? cc av c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1, vdb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp pno31,
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5841
when they bid fair for them, when they pluck hard at them; No, saith our Saviour, it is in vain; I had these people;
when they bid fair for them, when they pluck hard At them; No, Says our Saviour, it is in vain; I had these people;
c-crq pns32 vvb j p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb av-j p-acp pno32; uh-dx, vvz po12 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j; pns11 vhd d n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5842
these precious Jewels of my Father, and therefore you may spare your labour.
these precious Jewels of my Father, and Therefore you may spare your labour.
d j n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc av pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5843
His they were, and he gave them to me, and I will surely keep them for his sake that gave them me,
His they were, and he gave them to me, and I will surely keep them for his sake that gave them me,
po31 pns32 vbdr, cc pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1 cst vvd pno32 pno11,
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5844
yea he gave them to me to this end, that I should keep them. So Christ himself acknowledges, John 6.39. This is the Fathers will, that of all which he hath given me, I should lose nothing.
yea he gave them to me to this end, that I should keep them. So christ himself acknowledges, John 6.39. This is the Father's will, that of all which he hath given me, I should loose nothing.
uh pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi pno32. av np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd. d vbz dt ng1 n1, cst pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmd vvi pix.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5845
His Father gave them to him, bequeathed them to him, by his will. And this was upon the Will, that he should not lose them too.
His Father gave them to him, bequeathed them to him, by his will. And this was upon the Will, that he should not loose them too.
po31 n1 vvd pno32 p-acp pno31, vvd pno32 p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1. cc d vbds p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 av.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5846
O what a ground of confidence is here that Christ will keep us? though we be apt to fall away,
O what a ground of confidence is Here that christ will keep us? though we be apt to fallen away,
sy r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av cst np1 vmb vvi pno12? cs pns12 vbb j pc-acp vvi av,
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 201
5847
though the Devil and the world pluck violently at us, we may depend upon it, they shall not get us out of Christs hands.
though the devil and the world pluck violently At us, we may depend upon it, they shall not get us out of Christ hands.
cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb av-j p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12 av pp-f npg1 n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 202
5848
We were his Fathers, and he gave us him by Will, and that with this Condition that he should not lose us.
We were his Father's, and he gave us him by Will, and that with this Condition that he should not loose us.
pns12 vbdr po31 n2, cc pns31 vvd pno12 pno31 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno12.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 202
5849
And therefore let us rest upon it, he will be carefull of his Fathers Will, and he will keep us for his Fathers sake.
And Therefore let us rest upon it, he will be careful of his Father's Will, and he will keep us for his Father's sake.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
749
Page 202
5850
And thus far of the first particular whereof our Saviour minds his Father by way of preparation to the prayer which he makes for his Apostles and Disciples:
And thus Far of the First particular whereof our Saviour minds his Father by Way of preparation to the prayer which he makes for his Apostles and Disciples:
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord j c-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2:
(29) part (DIV2)
750
Page 202
5851
that which he had done for them.
that which he had done for them.
cst r-crq pns31 vhd vdn p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
750
Page 202
5852
I have manifested thy name to the men which thou gavest me out of the world, thine they were, I have manifested thy name to the men which thou Gavest me out of the world, thine they were,
pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1, png21 pns32 vbdr,
(29) part (DIV2)
750
Page 202
5853
and thou gavest them to me. and thou Gavest them to me.
cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11.
(29) part (DIV2)
750
Page 202
5854
The second follows now in order to be handled, that which they themselves had done in reference to God the Father, they have kept thy word.
The second follows now in order to be handled, that which they themselves had done in Referente to God the Father, they have kept thy word.
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst r-crq pns32 px32 vhn vdn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
751
Page 202
5855
And here you may take notice with me of these two things, which shew themselves to any one, that doth but look upon the words.
And Here you may take notice with me of these two things, which show themselves to any one, that does but look upon the words.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno11 pp-f d crd n2, r-crq vvb px32 p-acp d crd, cst vdz p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
752
Page 202
5856
First the act of these Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour, they have kept; And then the object of this act of theirs, the thing which he affirmeth they have kept, the word of God, They have kept thy word.
First the act of these Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour, they have kept; And then the Object of this act of theirs, the thing which he Affirmeth they have kept, the word of God, They have kept thy word.
np1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, pns32 vhb vvn; cc av dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png32, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vhb vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
752
Page 202
5857
And this our Saviour mentions (as he doth the rest) by way of preparation to his prayer for them, to shew what cause there was,
And this our Saviour mentions (as he does the rest) by Way of preparation to his prayer for them, to show what cause there was,
cc d po12 n1 n2 (c-acp pns31 vdz dt n1) p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 a-acp vbds,
(29) part (DIV2)
753
Page 202
5858
why they should be remembred in his prayers, what did induce him to pray and to be confident that he should speed with God in prayer for them,
why they should be remembered in his Prayers, what did induce him to pray and to be confident that he should speed with God in prayer for them,
c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vdd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vbi j cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32,
(29) part (DIV2)
753
Page 202
5859
because they had been faithfull and obedient.
Because they had been faithful and obedient.
c-acp pns32 vhd vbn j cc j.
(29) part (DIV2)
753
Page 202
5860
They had kept the word of God, and therefore they shall have his word to God in prayer for them, he makes no doubt, they shall have a word from God, by way of mercifull return and gracious answer to his prayer.
They had kept the word of God, and Therefore they shall have his word to God in prayer for them, he makes no doubt, they shall have a word from God, by Way of merciful return and gracious answer to his prayer.
pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns32 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz dx n1, pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
753
Page 202
5861
There is the inward and essential, and there is the outward and declaratory word of God.
There is the inward and essential, and there is the outward and declaratory word of God.
pc-acp vbz dt j cc j, cc pc-acp vbz dt j cc n1 n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
754
Page 202
5862
The inward word, the word God. The outward word, the word of God, or the word which comes from God:
The inward word, the word God. The outward word, the word of God, or the word which comes from God:
dt j n1, dt n1 np1. dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp np1:
(29) part (DIV2)
754
Page 202
5863
Though not immediately from God to us, yet mediately by his Prophets and Apostles, and Jesus Christ himself as he was man, whom he made his Scribes,
Though not immediately from God to us, yet mediately by his prophets and Apostles, and jesus christ himself as he was man, whom he made his Scribes,
cs xx av-j p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, av av-j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc np1 np1 px31 p-acp pns31 vbds n1, ro-crq pns31 vvd po31 n2,
(29) part (DIV2)
754
Page 202
5899
His saying is the doctrine of the Gospell which is more properly the word of Christ.
His saying is the Doctrine of the Gospel which is more properly the word of christ.
po31 n-vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz av-dc av-j dt n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 204
5900
He cannot mean if a man keep my saying, if he remember it, he shall never see death.
He cannot mean if a man keep my saying, if he Remember it, he shall never see death.
pns31 vmbx vvi cs dt n1 vvb po11 n-vvg, cs pns31 vvb pn31, pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 204
5864
and Heralds, and Embassadors and Mouth, God spake in times past to the Fathers by the Prophets, Heb. 1.1. he spake by the mouth of the holy Prophets, Luke 1.10. The Prophecy came not in old time by the will of man, but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. 2 Pet. 1.21.
and Heralds, and ambassadors and Mouth, God spoke in times passed to the Father's by the prophets, Hebrew 1.1. he spoke by the Mouth of the holy prophets, Lycia 1.10. The Prophecy Come not in old time by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. 2 Pet. 1.21.
cc n2, cc n2 cc n1, np1 vvd p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd. pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, av crd. dt n1 vvd xx p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp j n2 pp-f np1 vvd c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1. crd np1 crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
754
Page 202
5865
And so for the New Testament, the Apostle tell us, that in these last dayes God hath spoken to us by his Son, Heb. 1.2. and that which God speaks, is Gods word.
And so for the New Testament, the Apostle tell us, that in these last days God hath spoken to us by his Son, Hebrew 1.2. and that which God speaks, is God's word.
cc av p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvb pno12, cst p-acp d ord ng1 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. cc cst r-crq np1 vvz, vbz ng1 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
754
Page 202
5866
Now it is called the word of God in my Text and elsewhere often, because it manifesteth and makes known the mind and will of God.
Now it is called the word of God in my Text and elsewhere often, Because it manifesteth and makes known the mind and will of God.
av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n1 cc av av, c-acp pn31 vvz cc vvz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
755
Page 202
5867
For as the word of man discovers to us, what the man means, what he conceiveth in his mind and heart within, which else we were by no means able to imagine;
For as the word of man discovers to us, what the man means, what he conceiveth in his mind and heart within, which Else we were by no means able to imagine;
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pno12, r-crq dt n1 vvz, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 a-acp, r-crq av pns12 vbdr p-acp dx n2 j pc-acp vvi;
(29) part (DIV2)
755
Page 202
5868
so the word of God (my brethren) shews us the heart and mind of God,
so the word of God (my brothers) shows us the heart and mind of God,
av dt n1 pp-f np1 (po11 n2) vvz pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1,
(29) part (DIV2)
755
Page 202
5869
as far as he is pleased to express it, and to make it known to us;
as Far as he is pleased to express it, and to make it known to us;
c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn p-acp pno12;
(29) part (DIV2)
755
Page 202
5870
it shewes us what his will and pleasure is. What he will have us to do, and what he means to do with us.
it shows us what his will and pleasure is. What he will have us to do, and what he means to do with us.
pn31 vvz pno12 r-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vbz. r-crq pns31 vmb vhi pno12 pc-acp vdi, cc r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12.
(29) part (DIV2)
755
Page 202
5871
And this word the Apostles and Disciples kept: that is the term our Saviour uses in my text.
And this word the Apostles and Disciples kept: that is the term our Saviour uses in my text.
cc d n1 dt n2 cc n2 vvn: cst vbz dt n1 po12 n1 vvz p-acp po11 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
756
Page 202
5872
He made it known to them, he shewed them what his Fathers mind and will was, and they kept it.
He made it known to them, he showed them what his Father's mind and will was, and they kept it.
pns31 vvd pn31 vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vvd pno32 r-crq po31 ng1 n1 cc n1 vbds, cc pns32 vvd pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
756
Page 202
5873
I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou gavest me out of the world, I have manifested thy name unto the men which thou Gavest me out of the world,
pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 av pp-f dt n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
756
Page 203
5874
and they have kept thy word. and they have kept thy word.
cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
756
Page 203
5875
What is intended by that phrase of keeping, shall be fully opened, when I come to explication of the point;
What is intended by that phrase of keeping, shall be Fully opened, when I come to explication of the point;
q-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, vmb vbi av-j vvn, c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
756
Page 203
5876
in the mean time the observation shall be this. DOCTRINE. They whom the Father gives to Jesus Christ, do keep his word.
in the mean time the observation shall be this. DOCTRINE. They whom the Father gives to jesus christ, do keep his word.
p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vmb vbi d. n1. pns32 qo-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1, vdb vvi po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
756
Page 203
5877
You see it is the Character he gives of those that are bestowed upon him by his Father.
You see it is the Character he gives of those that Are bestowed upon him by his Father.
pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
757
Page 203
5878
Thine they were, and thou hast given them to me, and they have kept thy word. Thine they were, and thou hast given them to me, and they have kept thy word.
po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11, cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
757
Page 203
5879
And after to the same effect, they have received thy word;
And After to the same Effect, they have received thy word;
cc p-acp p-acp dt d n1, pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
757
Page 203
5880
It is usually set down as the property of those who belong to Jesus Christ, that they keep his sayings, John 14.23, if a man love me, saith our Saviour there, he will keep my words;
It is usually Set down as the property of those who belong to jesus christ, that they keep his sayings, John 14.23, if a man love me, Says our Saviour there, he will keep my words;
pn31 vbz av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1, cst pns32 vvb po31 n2-vvg, np1 crd, cs dt n1 vvb pno11, vvz po12 n1 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi po11 n2;
(29) part (DIV2)
757
Page 203
5881
and his words and the Fathers words are all one. And hence there is a blessing poured out on such, Luke 11.28. Blessed are they that hear the word of God and keep it.
and his words and the Father's words Are all one. And hence there is a blessing poured out on such, Lycia 11.28. Blessed Are they that hear the word of God and keep it.
cc po31 n2 cc dt ng1 n2 vbr d pi. cc av pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd av p-acp d, av crd. vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvi pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
757
Page 203
5901
But if a man keep my saying, if he believe it, if he keep it in his heart (for with the heart a man believeth to salvation) then he shall never see death.
But if a man keep my saying, if he believe it, if he keep it in his heart (for with the heart a man Believeth to salvation) then he shall never see death.
cc-acp cs dt n1 vvb po11 n-vvg, cs pns31 vvb pn31, cs pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n1) av pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 204
5882
But not to stay upon the proof in general, because the term is for somewhat dark, I shall proceed to shew you more particularly and distinctly what it is to keep the word of God, which is the main thing in the observation, They whom the Father gives to Jesus Christ, do keep his word.
But not to stay upon the proof in general, Because the term is for somewhat dark, I shall proceed to show you more particularly and distinctly what it is to keep the word of God, which is the main thing in the observation, They whom the Father gives to jesus christ, do keep his word.
cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp av j, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 av-dc av-j cc av-j r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 qo-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1, vdb vvi po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
758
Page 203
5883
Now this imports and carries in it divers things.
Now this imports and carries in it diverse things.
av d vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31 j n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
758
Page 203
5884
To keep the word of God is to retain it in the memory, not only to receive it,
To keep the word of God is to retain it in the memory, not only to receive it,
pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi pn31,
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5885
but also to retain it there. To hold fast what we have received, as the expession is, Rev. 3.11. Reprobis effluit sermo dei, saith Calvin on my Text. The word of God flows away from reprobates and wicked men.
but also to retain it there. To hold fast what we have received, as the expession is, Rev. 3.11. Reprobis effluit sermon dei, Says calvin on my Text. The word of God flows away from Reprobates and wicked men.
cc-acp av pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp. pc-acp vvi av-j r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, p-acp dt n1 vbz, n1 crd. np1 fw-la n1 fw-la, vvz np1 p-acp po11 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av p-acp n2-jn cc j n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5886
It is like water shed upon the ground, which is gone upon the suddain. But it sticks with the Elect, it takes deep root there.
It is like water shed upon the ground, which is gone upon the sudden. But it sticks with the Elect, it Takes deep root there.
pn31 vbz j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j. p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvn, pn31 vvz j-jn n1 a-acp.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5887
It is observed to the praise of Mary, that she kept the sayings of our Saviour, all his sayings, Luke 2.50. Others lost them, but she kept them and therefore she is set in opposition to them.
It is observed to the praise of Marry, that she kept the sayings of our Saviour, all his sayings, Lycia 2.50. Others lost them, but she kept them and Therefore she is Set in opposition to them.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f uh, cst pns31 vvd dt n2-vvg pp-f po12 n1, d po31 n2-vvg, av crd. ng2-jn vvd pno32, cc-acp pns31 vvd pno32 cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5888
They understood not the sayings which he spake to them, they knew not what he meant,
They understood not the sayings which he spoke to them, they knew not what he meant,
pns32 vvd xx dt n2-vvg r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd xx r-crq pns31 vvd,
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5889
and therefore it was quickly gone with them; for what you do not understand you shall be hardly able to remember.
and Therefore it was quickly gone with them; for what you do not understand you shall be hardly able to Remember.
cc av pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno32; p-acp r-crq pn22 vdb xx vvi pn22 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5890
But Mary kept these sayings in her heart, while many others, who understood not these discourses of our Saviour, let them go.
But Marry kept these sayings in her heart, while many Others, who understood not these discourses of our Saviour, let them go.
p-acp uh vvd d n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1, cs d n2-jn, r-crq vvd xx d n2 pp-f po12 n1, vvb pno32 vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5891
They valued them as things of nothing, and looked upon them but as loose words, and therefore had no mind to keep them.
They valued them as things of nothing, and looked upon them but as lose words, and Therefore had no mind to keep them.
pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f pix, cc vvd p-acp pno32 cc-acp a-acp j n2, cc av vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5892
She laid them up with extraordinary care, as singular and choice things. And this is that which the Apostle Paul exhorts us to, Heb. 2.1. We ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, that is to the words of God, least at any time we should let them slip.
She laid them up with extraordinary care, as singular and choice things. And this is that which the Apostle Paul exhorts us to, Hebrew 2.1. We ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have herd, that is to the words of God, least At any time we should let them slip.
pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1, c-acp j cc j n2. cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp, np1 crd. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, cst vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, ds p-acp d n1 pns12 vmd vvi pno32 vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5893
NONLATINALPHABET, least we prove like leaking vessels that hold not what is poured into them, but leak it out again upon a suddain,
, lest we prove like leaking vessels that hold not what is poured into them, but leak it out again upon a sudden,
, cs pns12 vvb av-j j-vvg n2 cst vvb xx r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb pn31 av av p-acp dt j,
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5894
Lest we forget the word of God.
Lest we forget the word of God.
cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5895
That is the first thing then, to keep the word of God, is to retain it in the memory.
That is the First thing then, to keep the word of God, is to retain it in the memory.
cst vbz dt ord n1 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5896
And those whom he bestows on Christ, do thus keep it.
And those whom he bestows on christ, do thus keep it.
cc d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, vdb av vvi pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
759
Page 203
5897
And as there is a keeping of it in the memory, so in the second place, there is a keeping of it in the heart.
And as there is a keeping of it in the memory, so in the second place, there is a keeping of it in the heart.
cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 203
5898
As in the memory by retaining, so in the heart by believing. And of this sort of keeping speaks our Saviour, John 8.51. Verily I say unto you, if a man keep my saying, he shall never see death.
As in the memory by retaining, so in the heart by believing. And of this sort of keeping speaks our Saviour, John 8.51. Verily I say unto you, if a man keep my saying, he shall never see death.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg. cc pp-f d n1 pp-f vvg vvz po12 n1, np1 crd. av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cs dt n1 vvb po11 n-vvg, pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 204
5922
that hear it, and obey it.
that hear it, and obey it.
cst vvb pn31, cc vvi pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
764
Page 204
5902
And so the words are parallel with those which he delivers in another place, John 11.2. Whosoever believeth in me shall never die.
And so the words Are parallel with those which he delivers in Another place, John 11.2. Whosoever Believeth in me shall never die.
cc av dt n2 vbr n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, np1 crd. r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 204
5903
That is the second sort of keeping then, in the heart by believing. There is a keeping of the word of God, as in the mind by remembring,
That is the second sort of keeping then, in the heart by believing. There is a keeping of the word of God, as in the mind by remembering,
cst vbz dt ord n1 pp-f vvg av, p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg. pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg,
(29) part (DIV2)
760
Page 204
5904
and in the heart by believing, so in the affections by loving.
and in the heart by believing, so in the affections by loving.
cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, av p-acp dt n2 p-acp vvg.
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5905
They are the Cabinet in which it is laid up, and it is very safe there.
They Are the Cabinet in which it is laid up, and it is very safe there.
pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, cc pn31 vbz av j a-acp.
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5906
So David kept the word of God very dear in his affections, as he professeth very often;
So David kept the word of God very dear in his affections, as he Professes very often;
np1 np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av j-jn p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vvz av av;
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5907
sometimes he saith that it is sweeter to him then hony or the hony-comb sometimes that is dearer to him then thousands of Gold and Silver;
sometime he Says that it is Sweeten to him then honey or the honeycomb sometime that is Dearer to him then thousands of Gold and Silver;
av pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz jc p-acp pno31 av n1 cc dt n1 av cst vbz jc-jn p-acp pno31 av crd pp-f n1 cc n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5908
That he loves it above Gold, yea above fine Gold.
That he loves it above Gold, yea above fine Gold.
cst pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1, uh p-acp j n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5909
He loves it not as Silver, but as Gold, not equall unto Gold, but above Gold.
He loves it not as Silver, but as Gold, not equal unto Gold, but above Gold.
pns31 vvz pn31 xx p-acp n1, cc-acp c-acp n1, xx j-jn p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5910
Not above ordinary base Gold, but above fine Gold. That place is notable in which he seems to be transported, Psal. 119.97. O how do I love thy Law!
Not above ordinary base Gold, but above fine Gold. That place is notable in which he seems to be transported, Psalm 119.97. Oh how do I love thy Law!
xx p-acp j j n1, cc-acp p-acp j n1. cst n1 vbz j p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 crd. uh q-crq vdb pns11 vvb po21 n1!
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5911
It is, out of all measure, it is so great that I am no way able to express it.
It is, out of all measure, it is so great that I am no Way able to express it.
pn31 vbz, av pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz av j cst pns11 vbm dx n1 j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
761
Page 204
5912
There is a keeping of the word as in the mind by remembring, and in the heart by believing,
There is a keeping of the word as in the mind by remembering, and in the heart by believing,
pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg,
(29) part (DIV2)
762
Page 204
5913
and in the affections by loving, so in the life by obeying. And in this sence the phrase is usually taken in the Scripture;
and in the affections by loving, so in the life by obeying. And in this sense the phrase is usually taken in the Scripture;
cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp vvg, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg. cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
762
Page 204
5914
to keep and to obey is all one. And so the Lord himself explains it. Deut. 13.4. Ye shall walk after the Lord your God and keep his Commandments;
to keep and to obey is all one. And so the Lord himself explains it. Deuteronomy 13.4. You shall walk After the Lord your God and keep his commandments;
p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb vbz d pi. cc av dt n1 px31 vvz pn31. np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 po22 n1 cc vvi po31 n2;
(29) part (DIV2)
762
Page 204
5915
And what is that? you shall obey his voice and serve him, as it is added in the next words.
And what is that? you shall obey his voice and serve him, as it is added in the next words.
cc r-crq vbz d? pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pno31, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
762
Page 204
5916
Now the word of God is kept as I shall shew you very clearly both by active and by passive obedience.
Now the word of God is kept as I shall show you very clearly both by active and by passive Obedience.
av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av av-j av-d p-acp j cc p-acp j n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
763
Page 204
5917
First it is kept by active obedience to it; and Secondly it is kept by passive obedience for it.
First it is kept by active Obedience to it; and Secondly it is kept by passive Obedience for it.
ord pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp pn31; cc ord pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
763
Page 204
5918
1. There is a keeping of the word of God by active obedience to it, by doing that which it commands,
1. There is a keeping of the word of God by active Obedience to it, by doing that which it commands,
crd pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp vdg d r-crq pn31 vvz,
(29) part (DIV2)
764
Page 204
5919
and by avoiding that which it forbids. This is the common acceptation of the term.
and by avoiding that which it forbids. This is the Common acceptation of the term.
cc p-acp vvg d r-crq pn31 vvz. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
764
Page 204
5920
This sense the Holy Ghost himself (the best Interpreter) gives of it, 1 John 5.22. Whatsoever we ask we receive of him, because we keep his Commandments. Keep his Commandments!
This sense the Holy Ghost himself (the best Interpreter) gives of it, 1 John 5.22. Whatsoever we ask we receive of him, Because we keep his commandments. Keep his commandments!
d n1 dt j n1 px31 (dt js n1) vvz pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd. r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pp-f pno31, c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2. vvb po31 n2!
(29) part (DIV2)
764
Page 204
5921
how so? you have it clearly in the following words, And do those things that are pleasing in his sight And thus you must conceive the meaning of the Holy Ghost in the forealledged Scripture. Luke 11.28. Blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it, that is;
how so? you have it clearly in the following words, And do those things that Are pleasing in his sighed And thus you must conceive the meaning of the Holy Ghost in the forealledged Scripture. Lycia 11.28. Blessed Are they that hear the word of God, and keep it, that is;
uh-crq av? pn22 vhb pn31 av-j p-acp dt vvg n2, cc vdb d n2 cst vbr vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt vvn n1. av crd. vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pn31, cst vbz;
(29) part (DIV2)
764
Page 204
5923
2. And as the word of God is kept by obedience active to it, so by obedience passive for it.
2. And as the word of God is kept by Obedience active to it, so by Obedience passive for it.
crd cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 j p-acp pn31, av p-acp n1 j p-acp pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 204
5924
And this is clearly intimated in the attestation that he gives the Church of Sardis, Apoc. 3.10.
And this is clearly intimated in the attestation that he gives the Church of Sardis, Apocalypse 3.10.
cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 204
5925
thou hast kept the word of my patience, that is, as thou hast kept my word in general,thou hast kept the word of my patience, that is, as thou hast kept my word in general,
pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst vbz, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 p-acp n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 204
5926
so more particularly thou hast kept those portions of my word, and those parcels of my truth which must have patience to the keeping of them.
so more particularly thou hast kept those portions of my word, and those parcels of my truth which must have patience to the keeping of them.
av av-dc av-j pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc d n2 pp-f po11 n1 r-crq vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 204
5927
A man may keep some part of Gods word without patience, as being as being universally received by all, opposed by none.
A man may keep Some part of God's word without patience, as being as being universally received by all, opposed by none.
dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp vbg c-acp vbg av-j vvd p-acp d, vvn p-acp pix.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5928
But then there are some other portions of the Word and Truth of God, which if a man maintain and hold,
But then there Are Some other portions of the Word and Truth of God, which if a man maintain and hold,
p-acp av pc-acp vbr d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq cs dt n1 vvi cc vvi,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5929
and practise, he shall surely suffer, he shall be persecuted for them.
and practise, he shall surely suffer, he shall be persecuted for them.
cc vvi, pns31 vmb av-j vvi, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5930
A man might have gone clear along with some truth, even in the Marian days themselves.
A man might have gone clear along with Some truth, even in the Marian days themselves.
dt n1 vmd vhi vvn av-j a-acp p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt np1 n2 px32.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5931
But if he held and openly professed the truth against the real Presence in the Sacrament,
But if he held and openly professed the truth against the real Presence in the Sacrament,
p-acp cs pns31 vvd cc av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5932
and so in many other things, he brought himself into extream danger.
and so in many other things, he brought himself into extreme danger.
cc av p-acp d j-jn n2, pns31 vvd px31 p-acp j-jn n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5933
And so in every age there are some passages of holy Scripture, and the truths delivered in them that are more opposed then others,
And so in every age there Are Some passages of holy Scripture, and the truths Delivered in them that Are more opposed then Others,
cc av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f j n1, cc dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr av-dc vvn cs n2-jn,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5934
so that whoever sticks to them, shall be sure to meet with trouble, and so to exercise his patience.
so that whoever sticks to them, shall be sure to meet with trouble, and so to exercise his patience.
av cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno32, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5935
And he that keeps these notwithstanding, that maintains them, and that yeilds obedience to them, he keeps the Word of Gods patience.
And he that keeps these notwithstanding, that maintains them, and that yields Obedience to them, he keeps the Word of God's patience.
cc pns31 cst vvz d a-acp, cst vvz pno32, cc d vvz n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5936
And therefore it is noted of the good ground that it receives the Word of God aright,
And Therefore it is noted of the good ground that it receives the Word of God aright,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1 cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 av,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5937
and brings forth fruit with patience, Luke 8.15.
and brings forth fruit with patience, Lycia 8.15.
cc vvz av n1 p-acp n1, av crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5938
That on the good ground are they, which in a good and honest heart having heard the Word keep it, That on the good ground Are they, which in a good and honest heart having herd the Word keep it,
cst p-acp dt j n1 vbr pns32, r-crq p-acp dt j cc j n1 vhg vvn dt n1 vvb pn31,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5939
and bring forth fruit with patience, That is, the Word is fruitful in them, notwithstanding persecutions and afflictions.and bring forth fruit with patience, That is, the Word is fruitful in them, notwithstanding persecutions and afflictions.
cc vvi av n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz, dt n1 vbz j p-acp pno32, c-acp n2 cc n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5940
So was it in the Thessalonians, as the Apostle testifies of them, 1 Epist. 2.13.
So was it in the Thessalonians, as the Apostle Testifies of them, 1 Epistle 2.13.
np1 vbds pn31 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32, crd np1 crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5941
When ye received the Word of God, said he, ye received it not as the word of man, When you received the Word of God, said he, you received it not as the word of man,
c-crq pn22 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd pns31, pn22 vvd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5942
but as it is in truth the Word of God, which effectually also worketh in you. but as it is in truth the Word of God, which effectually also works in you.
cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av-j av vvz p-acp pn22.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5943
And what was this effectual operation? Constancy in sharp sufferings, as you may see in the next verse.
And what was this effectual operation? Constancy in sharp sufferings, as you may see in the next verse.
cc r-crq vbds d j n1? n1 p-acp j n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5944
And yet they would not let it go, though they suffered much for it. That of the Prophet David is remarkable, Psal. 119.161. Princes have persecuted me without cause, but my heart standeth in awe of thy Word.
And yet they would not let it go, though they suffered much for it. That of the Prophet David is remarkable, Psalm 119.161. Princes have persecuted me without cause, but my heart Stands in awe of thy Word.
cc av pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 vvi, cs pns32 vvd av-d p-acp pn31. d pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j, np1 crd. n2 vhb vvn pno11 p-acp n1, cc-acp po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5945
He had rather have them against him, then have the Word of God against him. They threatned him if he obeyed and kept the Word.
He had rather have them against him, then have the Word of God against him. They threatened him if he obeyed and kept the Word.
pns31 vhd av-c vhi pno32 p-acp pno31, av vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. pns32 vvd pno31 cs pns31 vvd cc vvd dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5946
The Word on the other side that threatned him if he renounced and disobeyed it.
The Word on the other side that threatened him if he renounced and disobeyed it.
dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst vvd pno31 cs pns31 vvd cc vvd pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5947
Whom did he fear most? why, saith the Psalmist, My heart standeth in awe of thy Word.
Whom did he Fear most? why, Says the Psalmist, My heart Stands in awe of thy Word.
ro-crq vdd pns31 vvi av-ds? q-crq, vvz dt n1, po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5948
Though they be Princes, very great men, and though they threaten me, and persecute me too,
Though they be Princes, very great men, and though they threaten me, and persecute me too,
cs pns32 vbb n2, av j n2, cc cs pns32 vvb pno11, cc vvi pno11 av,
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5949
yet I fear the Word of God more then I fear them.
yet I Fear the Word of God more then I Fear them.
av pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc cs pns11 vvb pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5950
I dare not disobey it, how much soever I displease them, how much soever I may suffer from them.
I Dare not disobey it, how much soever I displease them, how much soever I may suffer from them.
pns11 vvb xx vvi pn31, c-crq d av pns11 vvi pno32, c-crq d av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5951
This is to keep the Word by obedience passive for it. Thus much shall serve for the Explication of the point.
This is to keep the Word by Obedience passive for it. Thus much shall serve for the Explication of the point.
d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 j p-acp pn31. av av-d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
765
Page 205
5952
Now is it so, that they whom the Father gives to Jesus, do keep his Word? Here is a touch-stone then, my Brethen, by which you may try your selves,
Now is it so, that they whom the Father gives to jesus, do keep his Word? Here is a touchstone then, my Brethren, by which you may try your selves,
av vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, vdb vvi po31 n1? av vbz dt n1 av, po11 n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2,
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5953
whether you be given up to Christ, or no.
whither you be given up to christ, or no.
cs pn22 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1, cc uh-dx.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5954
I have shewed you heretofore of how great Consequence it is, for every one of us to be among the number of the men whom God makes over to his Son Christ.
I have showed you heretofore of how great Consequence it is, for every one of us to be among the number of the men whom God makes over to his Son christ.
pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f c-crq j n1 pn31 vbz, p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1 np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5955
Indeed so great, that all our happiness both in the present life, and that to come, consists in it.
Indeed so great, that all our happiness both in the present life, and that to come, consists in it.
np1 av j, cst d po12 n1 av-d p-acp dt j n1, cc cst pc-acp vvi, vvz p-acp pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5956
If God the Father bestow us not on Jesus Christ, it had been infinitely better for us that we had never been born, that he had never made us.
If God the Father bestow us not on jesus christ, it had been infinitely better for us that we had never been born, that he had never made us.
cs np1 dt n1 vvb pno12 xx p-acp np1 np1, pn31 vhd vbn av-j av-jc p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vhd av-x vbn vvn, cst pns31 vhd av-x vvn pno12.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5957
For we continue in the power and the possession of the Prince of this world, his we are,
For we continue in the power and the possession of the Prince of this world, his we Are,
c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, po31 pns12 vbr,
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5958
and with him must remain for ever.
and with him must remain for ever.
cc p-acp pno31 vmb vvi p-acp av.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5959
Now my Beloved, would you know whether you be yet made over to the Son of God,
Now my beloved, would you know whither you be yet made over to the Son of God,
av po11 j-vvn, vmd pn22 vvi cs pn22 vbb av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5960
or no? Examine diligently whether you have kept the Word of God. Thine they were, saith Christ to God the Father, and thou gavest them to me,
or no? Examine diligently whither you have kept the Word of God. Thine they were, Says christ to God the Father, and thou Gavest them to me,
cc dx? vvb av-j cs pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. po21 pns32 vbdr, vvz np1 p-acp np1 dt n1, cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11,
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5961
and they have kept thy Word. and they have kept thy Word.
cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 205
5962
And is it so with you my Brethren? Consider it a little and proceed in the discovery according to the branches laid before in Explication of the point.
And is it so with you my Brothers? Consider it a little and proceed in the discovery according to the branches laid before in Explication of the point.
cc vbz pn31 av p-acp pn22 po11 n2? np1 pn31 dt j cc vvb p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
767
Page 206
5963
Have you kept it in your memories? Abundance of you have read and heard much of the Word of God.
Have you kept it in your memories? Abundance of you have read and herd much of the Word of God.
vhb pn22 vvn pn31 p-acp po22 n2? n1 pp-f pn22 vhb vvn cc vvd d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5964
These many years it hath been preached to you, you have had precept upon precept, and line upon line, here a little and there a little;
These many Years it hath been preached to you, you have had precept upon precept, and line upon line, Here a little and there a little;
np1 d n2 pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb vhn n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, av dt j cc a-acp dt j;
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5965
you have not been overlaid and dulled ou• with long Sermons, but you had a little and a little.
you have not been overlaid and dulled ou• with long Sermons, but you had a little and a little.
pn22 vhb xx vbn vvn cc j-vvn n1 p-acp j n2, cc-acp pn22 vhd dt j cc dt j.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5966
A little on a Sabbath day, and a little on a Lecture day. Your lessons have been short, that you might the better learn them.
A little on a Sabbath day, and a little on a Lecture day. Your Lessons have been short, that you might the better Learn them.
dt j p-acp dt n1 n1, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 n1. po22 n2 vhb vbn j, cst pn22 vmd dt av-jc vvi pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5967
But what have you retained of all this? Indeed some of you have laid up these sayings in your hearts as Mary did, you have them sure and safe there.
But what have you retained of all this? Indeed Some of you have laid up these sayings in your hearts as Marry did, you have them sure and safe there.
p-acp q-crq vhb pn22 vvn pp-f d d? np1 d pp-f pn22 vhb vvn a-acp d n2-vvg p-acp po22 n2 c-acp uh vdd, pn22 vhb pno32 j cc j a-acp.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5968
You have them ready and at hand to bring them forth on all occasions for the Direction and the Consolation of your selves and of your Brethren;
You have them ready and At hand to bring them forth on all occasions for the Direction and the Consolation of your selves and of your Brothers;
pn22 vhb pno32 j cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 cc pp-f po22 n2;
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5969
But for the greater number, they have lost all, nothing at all sticks by them.
But for the greater number, they have lost all, nothing At all sticks by them.
cc-acp p-acp dt jc n1, pns32 vhb vvn d, pix p-acp d vvz p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5970
The Word of God hath come to them as the Apostle says, and they have let it go again.
The Word of God hath come to them as the Apostle Says, and they have let it go again.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc pns32 vhb vvn pn31 vvi av.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5971
I must acknowledge there is difference in the memories of men, and some are subject to a natural defect,
I must acknowledge there is difference in the memories of men, and Some Are Subject to a natural defect,
pns11 vmb vvi a-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc d vbr j-jn p-acp dt j n1,
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5972
so that they fail them strangely in their own affairs, which are of most concernment to them.
so that they fail them strangely in their own affairs, which Are of most concernment to them.
av cst pns32 vvb pno32 av-j p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq vbr pp-f ds n1 p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5973
But when the memories of men are sure and faithful to them in all other things,
But when the memories of men Are sure and faithful to them in all other things,
p-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr j cc j p-acp pno32 p-acp d j-jn n2,
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5974
but hold the Word of God no better then a Sive holds water, that lets every drop go, this is a very sad case.
but hold the Word of God no better then a Sive holds water, that lets every drop go, this is a very sad case.
cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dx av-jc cs dt fw-la vvz n1, cst vvz d n1 vvi, d vbz dt av j n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5975
It is a shrewd presumption that they are none of Christs Disciples.
It is a shrewd presumption that they Are none of Christ Disciples.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pns32 vbr pix pp-f npg1 n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5976
But you will say, How shall we amend this, how shall we do that we may keep the Word of God in this respect? I will give you two or three Directions.
But you will say, How shall we amend this, how shall we do that we may keep the Word of God in this respect? I will give you two or three Directions.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
768
Page 206
5977
1. Keep your minds close to it, let them not rove and wander while you hear it;
1. Keep your minds close to it, let them not rove and wander while you hear it;
crd n1 po22 n2 av-j p-acp pn31, vvb pno32 xx vvi cc vvi cs pn22 vvb pn31;
(29) part (DIV2)
769
Page 206
5978
if they do, you lose all.
if they do, you loose all.
cs pns32 vdb, pn22 vvb d.
(29) part (DIV2)
769
Page 206
5979
This is the Apostles counsel to give earnest heed, to be intent upon the things we hear, to watch the words as they come forth out of the Preachers mouths, Heb 2.1. and why so? least at any time we let them slip.
This is the Apostles counsel to give earnest heed, to be intent upon the things we hear, to watch the words as they come forth out of the Preachers mouths, Hebrew 2.1. and why so? lest At any time we let them slip.
d vbz dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi j n1, pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb, pc-acp vvi dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvb av av pp-f dt n2 n2, n1 crd. cc q-crq av? cs p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb pno32 vvi.
(29) part (DIV2)
769
Page 206
5980
If we would remember well, there must not be the least diversion. 2. Get a good understanding in the Word of God.
If we would Remember well, there must not be the least diversion. 2. Get a good understanding in the Word of God.
cs pns12 vmd vvi av, pc-acp vmb xx vbi dt ds n1. crd vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(29) part (DIV2)
769
Page 206
5981
The observation of the Holy Ghost is notable for this purpose, Luk 2.19. They understood not the sayings which he spake unto them.
The observation of the Holy Ghost is notable for this purpose, Luk 2.19. They understood not the sayings which he spoke unto them.
dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvd xx dt n2-vvg r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
770
Page 206
5982
But Mary kept all these sayings in her heart. They kept them not, because they did not understand them;But Marry kept all these sayings in her heart. They kept them not, Because they did not understand them;
p-acp uh vvd d d n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1. pns32 vvd pno32 xx, c-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi pno32;
(29) part (DIV2)
770
Page 206
5983
that which is not understood will very hardly be remembred.
that which is not understood will very hardly be remembered.
cst r-crq vbz xx vvn vmb av av vbi vvn.
(29) part (DIV2)
770
Page 206
5984
They are our understanding hearers that carry all away, while ignorant and sottish people keep nothing.
They Are our understanding hearers that carry all away, while ignorant and sottish people keep nothing.
pns32 vbr po12 j-vvg n2 cst vvb d av, cs j cc j n1 vvb pix.
(29) part (DIV2)
770
Page 206
5985
3. Value the Word of God more, and you shall find you will remember it the better.
3. Valve the Word of God more, and you shall find you will Remember it the better.
crd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn22 vmb vvi pn31 dt jc.
(29) part (DIV2)
771
Page 206
5986
See the necessity, the excellency of it, and then you will be careful how you lose it.
See the necessity, the excellency of it, and then you will be careful how you loose it.
n1 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cs pn22 vmb vbi j c-crq pn22 vvb pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
771
Page 206
5987
Esteem it as the Prophet David did above gold, yea, above fine gold. He whose memory is weakest, seldom forgets where he hath laid his gold.
Esteem it as the Prophet David did above gold, yea, above fine gold. He whose memory is Weakest, seldom forgets where he hath laid his gold.
n1 pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1 vdd p-acp n1, uh, p-acp j n1. pns31 rg-crq n1 vbz js, av vvz c-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1.
(29) part (DIV2)
771
Page 206
11957
Christ hath sent forth his Ministers about it, and brought it on a great way,
christ hath sent forth his Ministers about it, and brought it on a great Way,
np1 vhz vvn av po31 n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt j n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
5988
4. Strengthen memory by meditation, repetition, conference of what you hear. If it be hard to take in holy Truths, chafe them in, rub them in,
4. Strengthen memory by meditation, repetition, conference of what you hear. If it be hard to take in holy Truths, chafe them in, rub them in,
crd vvb n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb. cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, vvb pno32 p-acp, vvb pno32 p-acp,
(29) part (DIV2)
772
Page 206
5989
and settle them by this means.
and settle them by this means.
cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n2.
(29) part (DIV2)
772
Page 206
5990
Let them be as a nail well fastned (as the expression of the Wiseman is) and set home with many strokes that they may not out again.
Let them be as a nail well fastened (as the expression of the Wiseman is) and Set home with many Strokes that they may not out again.
vvb pno32 vbi p-acp dt n1 av vvd (c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz) cc vvd av-an p-acp d n2 cst pns32 vmb xx av av.
(29) part (DIV2)
772
Page 206
5991
5. Set instantly upon the practice of the truth delivered to you; assoon as you hear it, act it.
5. Set instantly upon the practice of the truth Delivered to you; As soon as you hear it, act it.
crd j-vvn av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22; av c-acp pn22 vvb pn31, n1 pn31.
(29) part (DIV2)
773
Page 207
5992
That which you do, you will remember. Mark that of the Apostle James 1.25. Not being a forgetful hearer but a doer of the Word;
That which you do, you will Remember. Mark that of the Apostle James 1.25. Not being a forgetful hearer but a doer of the Word;
d r-crq pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb vvi. n1 cst pp-f dt n1 np1 crd. xx vbg dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(29) part (DIV2)
773
Page 207
5993
The doer then is no forgetful hearer. Many men remember nothing because indeed they do nothing.
The doer then is no forgetful hearer. Many men Remember nothing Because indeed they do nothing.
dt n1 av vbz dx j n1. av-d n2 vvb pix p-acp av pns32 vdb pix.
(29) part (DIV2)
773
Page 207
5994
6. When holy truths are gone with you, when they are slipt away, entreat the Holy Spirit to recal them.
6. When holy truths Are gone with you, when they Are slipped away, entreat the Holy Spirit to Recall them.
crd c-crq j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn22, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av, vvb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(29) part (DIV2)
774
Page 207
5995
Mind him humbly of his Office, and of the end for which your Saviour sent him down into this lower world, to bring things to remembrance which have been taught you, Joh. 14.26.
Mind him humbly of his Office, and of the end for which your Saviour sent him down into this lower world, to bring things to remembrance which have been taught you, John 14.26.
n1 pno31 av-j pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq po22 n1 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d jc n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 r-crq vhb vbn vvn pn22, np1 crd.
(29) part (DIV2)
774
Page 207
5996
JOHN. 17.6. And they have kept thy Word. TO pass on to the Second branch of this discovery;JOHN. 17.6. And they have kept thy Word. TO pass on to the Second branch of this discovery;
np1. crd. cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1. p-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
774
Page 207
5997
Have you kept the Word of God in your Hearts by believing? This is a degree higher,
Have you kept the Word of God in your Hearts by believing? This is a degree higher,
vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg? d vbz dt n1 av-jc,
(30) part (DIV2)
776
Page 207
5998
and reaches further then the other. Many keep it in their memories, who do not keep it in their hearts.
and reaches further then the other. Many keep it in their memories, who do not keep it in their hearts.
cc vvz av-jc cs dt n-jn. av-d vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
776
Page 207
5999
Many remember it, who do not believe it.
Many Remember it, who do not believe it.
av-d vvb pn31, r-crq vdb xx vvi pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
776
Page 207
6000
And yet unless we do both, we can have no assurance that we belong to Jesus Christ by the donation of the Father.
And yet unless we do both, we can have no assurance that we belong to jesus christ by the donation of the Father.
cc av cs pns12 vdb av-d, pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
776
Page 207
6001
And is it so with you my Brethren? Do you believe the Word of God? Do your hearts say Amen to every particle and tittle of it? If God should come and put the question to you concerning those particulars of holy Truths which seem most hard to be believed, most difficult to be accomplished,
And is it so with you my Brothers? Do you believe the Word of God? Do your hearts say Amen to every particle and tittle of it? If God should come and put the question to you Concerning those particulars of holy Truths which seem most hard to be believed, most difficult to be accomplished,
cc vbz pn31 av p-acp pn22 po11 n2? vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? vdb po22 n2 vvb uh-n p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31? cs np1 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22 vvg d n2-jn pp-f j n2 r-crq vvb av-ds av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, av-ds j pc-acp vbi vvn,
(30) part (DIV2)
777
Page 207
6002
as once our Saviour did to Martha, when he had said, I am the Resurrection and the life;
as once our Saviour did to Martha, when he had said, I am the Resurrection and the life;
c-acp c-acp po12 n1 vdd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vbm dt n1 cc dt n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
777
Page 207
6003
he that believeth in me though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.
he that Believeth in me though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whosoever lives and Believeth in me shall never die.
pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 cs pns31 vbdr j, av vmb pns31 vvi. cc r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi.
(30) part (DIV2)
777
Page 207
6004
Believest thou this? Joh. 11.26. Can you return the same answer? yea Lord I believe, as she did;Believest thou this? John 11.26. Can you return the same answer? yea Lord I believe, as she did;
vv2 pns21 d? np1 crd. vmb pn22 vvi dt d n1? uh n1 pns11 vvb, c-acp pns31 vdd;
(30) part (DIV2)
777
Page 207
6005
May not the same be charged on abundance of you, which God so sharply reprehends in Israel, Psal. 106.24. They believed not his Word, and hearkned not to the voyce of the Lord.
May not the same be charged on abundance of you, which God so sharply reprehends in Israel, Psalm 106.24. They believed not his Word, and hearkened not to the voice of the Lord.
vmb xx dt d vbb vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pn22, r-crq np1 av av-j vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd. pns32 vvd xx po31 n1, cc vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
777
Page 207
6027
And further he confesses that they do the very thing that is condemned in this Commandement.
And further he Confesses that they do the very thing that is condemned in this Commandment.
cc av-jc pns31 vvz cst pns32 vdb dt j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6028
What then? because it will not be obeyed, it must be cancelled and repealed,
What then? Because it will not be obeyed, it must be canceled and repealed,
q-crq av? c-acp pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn,
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6006
Are there not multitudes among us, who give no credit to the Word at all? who when they hear the truths of God delivered to them, do not enquire with Nicodemus only, How can these things be? but even peremptorily determine they can never be.
are there not Multitudes among us, who give no credit to the Word At all? who when they hear the truths of God Delivered to them, do not inquire with Nicodemus only, How can these things be? but even peremptorily determine they can never be.
vbr pc-acp xx n2 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d? r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 av-j, q-crq vmb d n2 vbi? p-acp av av-j vvi pns32 vmb av-x vbi.
(30) part (DIV2)
777
Page 207
6007
And here because they are of many sorts who do not keep the Word of God in their hearts by believing, I will set them in their ranks,
And Here Because they Are of many sorts who do not keep the Word of God in their hearts by believing, I will Set them in their ranks,
cc av c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f d n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
778
Page 207
6008
and proceed with them in order.
and proceed with them in order.
cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
778
Page 207
6009
Some there are who question all the Word of God throughout, from the beginning of it to the end, do not believe one word of it;
some there Are who question all the Word of God throughout, from the beginning of it to the end, do not believe one word of it;
d a-acp vbr r-crq vvb d dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, vdb xx vvi crd n1 pp-f pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 207
6010
Either they throw it off, as false and vain, without Consideration, in a rash and wilde way,
Either they throw it off, as false and vain, without Consideration, in a rash and wild Way,
d pns32 vvb pn31 a-acp, c-acp j cc j, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 207
6011
or else they soberly resolve the Scripture to be nothing else but the invention and device of Politick and subtile heads, to keep fools in awe withal.
or Else they soberly resolve the Scripture to be nothing Else but the invention and device of Politic and subtle Heads, to keep Fools in awe withal.
cc av pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi pix av cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j cc j n2, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 av.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 207
6012
And so they say, upon deliberation, as David in his haste and in his passion, All men are lyars; the very Pen-men of the Word of Truth it self.
And so they say, upon deliberation, as David in his haste and in his passion, All men Are liars; the very Penmen of the Word of Truth it self.
cc av pns32 vvb, p-acp n1, c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1, d n2 vbr n2; dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6013
The Prophets, the Apostles, all are lyars. As that blasphemous Pope who stiled the Gospel, the Fable of Christ.
The prophets, the Apostles, all Are liars. As that blasphemous Pope who styled the Gospel, the Fable of christ.
dt n2, dt n2, d vbr n2. p-acp cst j n1 r-crq vvd dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6014
These men are flat Atheists, what ever their professions be.
These men Are flat Atheists, what ever their professions be.
np1 n2 vbr j n2, r-crq av po32 n2 vbi.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6015
We want not some in these times, who are so bold as to declare themselves in this particular,
We want not Some in these times, who Are so bold as to declare themselves in this particular,
pns12 vvb xx d p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d j,
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6016
and openly to renounce the Word of God.
and openly to renounce the Word of God.
cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6017
And certainly however other men conceal themselves for shame, yet there are more of this opinion then we are aware of.
And Certainly however other men conceal themselves for shame, yet there Are more of this opinion then we Are aware of.
cc av-j c-acp j-jn n2 vvb px32 p-acp n1, av a-acp vbr dc pp-f d n1 cs pns12 vbr j pp-f.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6018
They do not say with their tongues perhaps, but yet with Davids fool, they say it in their hearts, the Scripture is not Gods Word,
They do not say with their tongues perhaps, but yet with Davids fool, they say it in their hearts, the Scripture is not God's Word,
pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2 av, cc-acp av p-acp npg1 n1, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 vbz xx npg1 n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6019
yea there is no God at all, to be Author of the Scripture.
yea there is no God At all, to be Author of the Scripture.
uh a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
779
Page 208
6020
Others there are who though they do not question all the Scripture, yet they do not believe it all, they give not absolute belief to every part and parcel of it.
Others there Are who though they do not question all the Scripture, yet they do not believe it all, they give not absolute belief to every part and parcel of it.
ng2-jn pc-acp vbr r-crq cs pns32 vdb xx vvi d dt n1, av pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 d, pns32 vvb xx j n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
780
Page 208
6021
And since the Word hath in it precepts, promises, and threatnings, and there are some that question one,
And since the Word hath in it Precepts, promises, and threatenings, and there Are Some that question one,
cc c-acp dt n1 vhz p-acp pn31 n2, n2, cc n2-vvg, cc pc-acp vbr d cst vvb pi,
(30) part (DIV2)
780
Page 208
6022
and some another of them, we will proceed with them distinctly, and in order.
and Some Another of them, we will proceed with them distinctly, and in order.
cc d n-jn pp-f pno32, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-j, cc p-acp n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
780
Page 208
6023
1. Some there are who do not give assent to the Divine Authority of all the Precepts of the Word of God.
1. some there Are who do not give assent to the Divine authority of all the Precepts of the Word of God.
crd d a-acp vbr r-crq vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6024
Some deny some certain Precepts ' and Commandements by themselves apart. The Papists they deny the second Precept.
some deny Some certain Precepts ' and commandments by themselves apart. The Papists they deny the second Precept.
d vvb d j n2 ' cc n2 p-acp px32 av. dt njp2 pns32 vvb dt ord n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6025
Vasques acknowledges that this Commandement interdicts not only the adoring of an Image under the notion of a God,Vasques acknowledges that this Commandment interdicts not only the adoring of an Image under the notion of a God,
np1 vvz cst d n1 vvz xx av-j dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1,
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6026
but also the adoring of the true God in an Image.
but also the adoring of the true God in an Image.
cc-acp av dt vvg pp-f dt j np1 p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6030
It was saith he, a positive and Ceremonial Law, and therefore ceases now in our days.
It was Says he, a positive and Ceremonial Law, and Therefore ceases now in our days.
pn31 vbds vvz pns31, dt j cc j n1, cc av vvz av p-acp po12 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6031
And thus they make the Commandement of the Lord of no effect, through their tradition.
And thus they make the Commandment of the Lord of no Effect, through their tradition.
cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dx n1, p-acp po32 n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6032
Others deny the fourth Commandement, and affirm that is also vanished with the Ceremonials, that it belongeth not to Christians, save only in regard of Moral equity, in which respect the Moral and Judicial Laws belong to us also.
Others deny the fourth Commandment, and affirm that is also vanished with the Ceremonials, that it belongeth not to Christians, save only in regard of Moral equity, in which respect the Moral and Judicial Laws belong to us also.
ng2-jn vvb dt ord n1, cc vvb cst vbz av vvn p-acp dt n2, cst pn31 vvz xx p-acp np1, vvb av-j p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq n1 dt j cc j n2 vvb p-acp pno12 av.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6033
And yet the Lord you see hath placed it in the middle of the Decalogue,
And yet the Lord you see hath placed it in the middle of the Decalogue,
cc av dt n1 pn22 vvb vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6034
and hedged it in on every side with other precepts that it might be the safer from the violence of those who seek to raze it out of the Tables.
and hedged it in on every side with other Precepts that it might be the safer from the violence of those who seek to raze it out of the Tables.
cc vvn pn31 p-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cst pn31 vmd vbi dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6035
But that which these men do by parcels and retail, there are another sort who do in gross,
But that which these men do by parcels and retail, there Are Another sort who do in gross,
p-acp cst r-crq d n2 vdb p-acp n2 cc n1, pc-acp vbr j-jn n1 r-crq vdb p-acp j,
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6036
and as it were by whole sale, cast off all the Precepts and Commandements of the Law of God together, affirming they are all abolished, not only in regard of irritation, malediction, condemnation,
and as it were by Whole sale, cast off all the Precepts and commandments of the Law of God together, affirming they Are all abolished, not only in regard of irritation, malediction, condemnation,
cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp j-jn n1, vvd a-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av, vvg pns32 vbr d vvn, xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6037
but even in regard of obligation; And thus with those in Davids time they make void the Law of God.
but even in regard of obligation; And thus with those in Davids time they make void the Law of God.
cc-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc av p-acp d p-acp npg1 n1 pns32 vvb j dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6038
These men cannot pray to God as David doth, Psal. 119.66. Teach me good judgement and knowledge, for I have believed thy Commandements.
These men cannot pray to God as David does, Psalm 119.66. Teach me good judgement and knowledge, for I have believed thy commandments.
np1 n2 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vdz, np1 crd. vvb pno11 j n1 cc n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn po21 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6039
And verily if all that are bestowed on Jesus Christ do keep the Word of God in the heart by believing, they that renounce it thus, seem to be in an ill Condition,
And verily if all that Are bestowed on jesus christ do keep the Word of God in the heart by believing, they that renounce it thus, seem to be in an ill Condition,
cc av-j cs d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, pns32 cst vvb pn31 av, vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6040
and they have reason to consider well whether they be given up to Christ or no.
and they have reason to Consider well whither they be given up to christ or no.
cc pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi av cs pns32 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1 cc av-dx.
(30) part (DIV2)
781
Page 208
6041
Others there are who give no credit or belief to the threatnings of the Word, who when they hear them thundered out against them, say it is not be, with Israel, neither shall we see Sword nor Famine, Jer, 5.12.
Others there Are who give no credit or belief to the threatenings of the Word, who when they hear them thundered out against them, say it is not be, with Israel, neither shall we see Sword nor Famine, Jer, 5.12.
ng2-jn pc-acp vbr r-crq vvb dx n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 vvd av p-acp pno32, vvb pn31 vbz xx vbi, p-acp np1, d vmb pns12 vvi n1 ccx n1, n1, crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
782
Page 208
6042
And are there not a multitude of this opinion? For tell me, my Beloved, when you that know your selves to be unclean livers;
And Are there not a multitude of this opinion? For tell me, my beloved, when you that know your selves to be unclean livers;
cc vbr pc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f d n1? p-acp vvb pno11, po11 j-vvn, c-crq pn22 d vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j n2;
(30) part (DIV2)
782
Page 209
6043
have heard that dreadful commination, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge:
have herd that dreadful commination, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge:
vhb vvn d j n1, n2 cc n2 np1 vmb vvi:
(30) part (DIV2)
782
Page 209
6044
when you that are so glewed to the world, that nothing can divide you from it, have heard that flaming sentence, That no covetous person hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of God:
when you that Are so glued to the world, that nothing can divide you from it, have herd that flaming sentence, That no covetous person hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of God:
c-crq pn22 d vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pix vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, vhb vvn d j-vvg n1, cst dx j n1 vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(30) part (DIV2)
782
Page 209
6045
when you that wallow in your filthiness, you that are lyers, swearers, drunkards, enemies of all goodness, have heard that nothing that is filthy or unclean, shall come within the new Jerusalem;
when you that wallow in your filthiness, you that Are liars, swearers, drunkards, enemies of all Goodness, have herd that nothing that is filthy or unclean, shall come within the new Jerusalem;
c-crq pn22 d vvb p-acp po22 n1, pn22 cst vbr n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f d n1, vhb vvn d pix cst vbz j cc j, vmb vvi p-acp dt j np1;
(30) part (DIV2)
782
Page 209
6046
that without shall be lyars and dogs that bark and snarl, and snap at holiness, that such shall have their portion in the lake, &c. have you believed these threatnings? have you assented to the truth of them? Alas, my Brethren, it is Evident you have not. For
that without shall be liars and Dogs that bark and snarl, and snap At holiness, that such shall have their portion in the lake, etc. have you believed these threatenings? have you assented to the truth of them? Alas, my Brothers, it is Evident you have not. For
cst a-acp vmb vbi n2 cc n2 cst vvb cc vvi, cc vvb p-acp n1, cst d vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, av vhb pn22 vvn d n2-vvg? vhb pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32? np1, po11 n2, pn31 vbz j pn22 vhb xx. p-acp
(30) part (DIV2)
782
Page 209
6048
This disposition is observed in the Saints of God in Scripture, that as they had believing,
This disposition is observed in the Saints of God in Scripture, that as they had believing,
d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cst c-acp pns32 vhd vvg,
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6049
so they had tender trembling hearts, in relation to his threatnings.
so they had tender trembling hearts, in Relation to his threatenings.
av pns32 vhd j vvg n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2-vvg.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6050
Such a heart had good Josiah, his heart was tender when he heard the words (that is, the threatning words) of God, his words against Jerusalem, 2 King. 22.19. not to it to instruct; nor for it to comfort; but against it to affright.
Such a heart had good Josiah, his heart was tender when he herd the words (that is, the threatening words) of God, his words against Jerusalem, 2 King. 22.19. not to it to instruct; nor for it to Comfort; but against it to affright.
d dt n1 vhd j np1, po31 n1 vbds j c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2 (cst vbz, dt j-vvg n2) pp-f np1, po31 n2 p-acp np1, crd n1. crd. xx p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi; ccx p-acp pn31 p-acp n1; cc-acp p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6051
Such a heart had holy David, Psal. 119.12. My flesh trembleth for fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy judgements.
Such a heart had holy David, Psalm 119.12. My Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy Judgments.
d dt n1 vhd j np1, np1 crd. po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pno21, cc pns11 vbm j pp-f po21 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6052
He speaks not of his Judgements actually inflicted, for they are felt, but of his judgements threatned only;
He speaks not of his Judgments actually inflicted, for they Are felt, but of his Judgments threatened only;
pns31 vvz xx pp-f po31 n2 av-j vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, cc-acp pp-f po31 n2 vvd av-j;
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6053
and hanging in the Commination, for they ate feared, I am afraid of thy judgements. Of such a temper was the Prophet, Hab. 3.16. when I heard, my belly trembled, my lips quivered at the voyce, &c. And such a disposition they discovered, of whom the Propeht Ezra speaks, ch. 9. ver. 4. they feared the words of the God of Israel.
and hanging in the Commination, for they ate feared, I am afraid of thy Judgments. Of such a temper was the Prophet, Hab. 3.16. when I herd, my belly trembled, my lips quivered At the voice, etc. And such a disposition they discovered, of whom the Propeht Ezra speaks, changed. 9. ver. 4. they feared the words of the God of Israel.
cc vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvd vvn, pns11 vbm j pp-f po21 n2. pp-f d dt n1 vbds dt n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns11 vvd, po11 n1 vvd, po11 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, av cc d dt n1 pns32 vvd, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, n1. crd fw-la. crd pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6054
That is, his threatning words, as appears by that which follows, because of their transgression. Nay the Apostle James affirmeth of the very Devils that even they belive and tremble, Jam. 2.19. They believe the Comminations, and they quake and tremble at them.
That is, his threatening words, as appears by that which follows, Because of their Transgression. Nay the Apostle James Affirmeth of the very Devils that even they believe and tremble, Jam. 2.19. They believe the Comminations, and they quake and tremble At them.
cst vbz, po31 j-vvg n2, c-acp vvz p-acp d r-crq vvz, c-acp pp-f po32 n1. uh dt n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt j n2 cst av pns32 av cc vvi, np1 crd. pns32 vvb dt n2, cc pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6055
And verily the same effect would they produce in men, if they did but believe them as the Devils do.
And verily the same Effect would they produce in men, if they did but believe them as the Devils do.
cc av-j dt d n1 vmd pns32 vvi p-acp n2, cs pns32 vdd p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 vdb.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6056
But alas how many are there who have no such thing in them? who though they hear the wrath of God denounced,
But alas how many Are there who have no such thing in them? who though they hear the wrath of God denounced,
p-acp uh q-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vhb dx d n1 p-acp pno32? q-crq cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn,
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6057
and though they see his vengeance executed on ungodly men before their eyes in a very dreadful manner,
and though they see his vengeance executed on ungodly men before their eyes in a very dreadful manner,
cc cs pns32 vvb po31 n1 vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j j n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6058
yet are not moved or troubled at it in any measure or degree, by which it is apparent that they have no faith in them.
yet Are not moved or troubled At it in any measure or degree, by which it is apparent that they have no faith in them.
av vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32.
(30) part (DIV2)
783
Page 209
6059
2. Secondly if you believe the threatnings, you will take some course or other, to avert the evil threatned.
2. Secondly if you believe the threatenings, you will take Some course or other, to avert the evil threatened.
crd ord cs pn22 vvb dt n2-vvg, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 cc j-jn, pc-acp vvi dt n-jn vvd.
(30) part (DIV2)
784
Page 209
6060
It is observed of the Ninvites; that they believed God, believed him in the threatning message he sent them by the Prophet, Jonah 3.5.
It is observed of the Ninvites; that they believed God, believed him in the threatening message he sent them by the Prophet, Jonah 3.5.
pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt vvz; cst pns32 vvd np1, vvd pno31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
784
Page 209
6061
And what followed? They proclaimed a Fast, and put on Sack-cloth, and turned every one from his evil way, from the violence that was in his hands.
And what followed? They proclaimed a Fast, and put on sackcloth, and turned every one from his evil Way, from the violence that was in his hands.
cc q-crq vvd? pns32 vvd dt j, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd d pi p-acp po31 j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp po31 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
784
Page 209
6062
They that are never troubled for the sins which God threatens, never endeavour reformation, but continue as they were, wicked and unclean still, do not believe his Comminations, they look upon them but as bruta fulmina, and empty Scare crows which though they may fright others so as to drive them out of their beloved sins, they are resolved they shall never scare them,
They that Are never troubled for the Sins which God threatens, never endeavour Reformation, but continue as they were, wicked and unclean still, do not believe his Comminations, they look upon them but as bruta Thunderbolts, and empty Scare crows which though they may fright Others so as to drive them out of their Beloved Sins, they Are resolved they shall never scare them,
pns32 d vbr av-x vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz, av-x vvb n1, cc-acp vvb c-acp pns32 vbdr, j cc j av, vdb xx vvi po31 n2, pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp p-acp fw-la fw-la, cc j vvi n2 r-crq cs pns32 vmb vvi n2-jn av p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f po32 j-vvn n2, pns32 vbr vvn pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno32,
(30) part (DIV2)
784
Page 209
6064
There are a third sort yet behind, and they are such as do not believe the promises of God.
There Are a third sort yet behind, and they Are such as do not believe the promises of God.
pc-acp vbr dt ord n1 av a-acp, cc pns32 vbr d c-acp vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
785
Page 210
6065
They do not act their faith upon them; They do not keep them in their hearts by beleiving.
They do not act their faith upon them; They do not keep them in their hearts by believing.
pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno32; pns32 vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg.
(30) part (DIV2)
785
Page 210
6066
And truly there are multitudes that fail in this particular, as is apparent by these symptomes following, viz.
And truly there Are Multitudes that fail in this particular, as is apparent by these symptoms following, viz.
cc av-j pc-acp vbr n2 cst vvb p-acp d j, c-acp vbz j p-acp d n2 vvg, n1
(30) part (DIV2)
785
Page 210
6067
1. Because they are so full of fears, they walk so sadly and dijectedly.
1. Because they Are so full of fears, they walk so sadly and dijectedly.
crd p-acp pns32 vbr av j pp-f n2, pns32 vvb av av-j cc av-vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6068
Faith in the promises will fill the heart with joy and comfort in the worst of times, and the sharpest of sufferings.
Faith in the promises will fill the heart with joy and Comfort in the worst of times, and the Sharpest of sufferings.
n1 p-acp dt n2 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc dt js pp-f n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6069
Believing we rejoyce with the Apostle, and that with joy unspeakable and glorious, 1 Pet. 1.8.Believing we rejoice with the Apostle, and that with joy unspeakable and glorious, 1 Pet. 1.8.
vvg pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc d p-acp n1 j cc j, vvn np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6070
You cannot think of any trial, any trouble, whether inward in the soul, or outward in the body, name, estate,
You cannot think of any trial, any trouble, whither inward in the soul, or outward in the body, name, estate,
pn22 vmbx vvi pp-f d n1, d n1, cs j p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp dt n1, n1, n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6071
but there is a promise for it, to clear and comfort and support the soul in it.
but there is a promise for it, to clear and Comfort and support the soul in it.
cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6072
And if the promise be believed, the soul cannot be void of comfort; It will revive the saddest heart.
And if the promise be believed, the soul cannot be void of Comfort; It will revive the Saddest heart.
cc cs dt n1 vbb vvn, dt n1 vmbx vbi j pp-f n1; pn31 vmb vvi dt js n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6073
It is for want of faith that men are so oppressed with grief and sorrow.
It is for want of faith that men Are so oppressed with grief and sorrow.
pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cst n2 vbr av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
786
Page 210
6074
2. It is too evident that men do not believe the promises of God, because they are so full of doubts and fears,
2. It is too evident that men do not believe the promises of God, Because they Are so full of doubts and fears,
crd pn31 vbz av j cst n2 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vbr av j pp-f n2 cc n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6075
so full of endless cares and troubles, and distractions.
so full of endless Cares and Troubles, and distractions.
av j pp-f j n2 cc n2, cc n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6076
Brethren, there is no end of the cares and fears of men, of their questions and debates untill they come to pitch upon the promises.
Brothers, there is no end of the Cares and fears of men, of their questions and debates until they come to pitch upon the promises.
n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6077
Till they come to rest on this, God hath said it, I have God in bond for it, he hath undertaken it who lives for ever, in whom is everlasting strength;
Till they come to rest on this, God hath said it, I have God in bound for it, he hath undertaken it who lives for ever, in whom is everlasting strength;
p-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d, np1 vhz vvn pn31, pns11 vhb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 r-crq vvz p-acp av, p-acp ro-crq vbz j n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6078
the soul will never be at quiet, it will be shaken as the trees in the Forrest, as Isa. 7.2.
the soul will never be At quiet, it will be shaken as the trees in the Forest, as Isaiah 7.2.
dt n1 vmb av-x vbi p-acp j-jn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6079
Oh thinks a poor wretch, if I should live till I be blind, till I be impotent, till I have spent all, what should I do? What shall my wife and children do? What if I lose such a friend,
O thinks a poor wretch, if I should live till I be blind, till I be impotent, till I have spent all, what should I do? What shall my wife and children do? What if I loose such a friend,
uh vvz av j n1, cs pns11 vmd vvi c-acp pns11 vbb j, c-acp pns11 vbb j, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn d, r-crq vmd pns11 vdi? q-crq vmb po11 n1 cc n2 vdb? q-crq cs pns11 vvb d dt n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6080
or such a comfort? So rich men have as much trouble, What if the times should frown upon me? what if malicious men should swear against me? what if the Enemy break in upon me and plunder me? &c. and a thousand of these doubts and fears men have;
or such a Comfort? So rich men have as much trouble, What if the times should frown upon me? what if malicious men should swear against me? what if the Enemy break in upon me and plunder me? etc. and a thousand of these doubts and fears men have;
cc d dt n1? av j n2 vhb p-acp d n1, q-crq cs dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno11? q-crq cs j n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno11? q-crq cs dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp pno11 cc vvb pno11? av cc dt crd pp-f d n2 cc vvz n2 vhb;
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6081
And whence are all these? truly they are not so much from the greatness of their danger,
And whence Are all these? truly they Are not so much from the greatness of their danger,
cc c-crq vbr d d? av-j pns32 vbr xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6082
as from the smallness of their faith:
as from the smallness of their faith:
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1:
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6083
O you of little faith, wherefore do you doubt? whence are your doubtings, troubles and perplexities,Oh you of little faith, Wherefore do you doubt? whence Are your doubtings, Troubles and perplexities,
uh pn22 pp-f j n1, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi? c-crq vbr po22 n2, n2 cc n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6084
but because you do not keep the word of promise in your hearts by believing? You do not act your faith upon that Word of God, that he will never fail you nor forsake you.
but Because you do not keep the word of promise in your hearts by believing? You do not act your faith upon that Word of God, that he will never fail you nor forsake you.
cc-acp c-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg? pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi pn22 ccx vvb pn22.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6085
Beloved, let a man look where he will, there is a greater power against him, then there can be for him, out of God.
beloved, let a man look where he will, there is a greater power against him, then there can be for him, out of God.
vvn, vvb dt n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vmb, pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp pno31, cs pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp pno31, av pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6086
And all these outward things are so contingent, they lie so doubtful and uncertain, that a man can never be secure in them.
And all these outward things Are so contingent, they lie so doubtful and uncertain, that a man can never be secure in them.
cc d d j n2 vbr av j, pns32 vvb av j cc j, cst dt n1 vmb av-x vbi j p-acp pno32.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6087
And therefore if you would be setled and secured for the future, build on God, and on the Promise.
And Therefore if you would be settled and secured for the future, built on God, and on the Promise.
cc av cs pn22 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn, vvb p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6088
Say not I have such a Parent, such a Friend, and he will provide for me, he will see I shall not want.
Say not I have such a Parent, such a Friend, and he will provide for me, he will see I shall not want.
n1 xx pns11 vhb d dt n1, d dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb vvi pns11 vmb xx vvi.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6089
I have such Income by the year, such a Trade, such an Estate, such a power on my side. The conclusion will not hold;
I have such Income by the year, such a Trade, such an Estate, such a power on my side. The conclusion will not hold;
pns11 vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1, d dt n1, d dt n1, d dt n1 p-acp po11 n1. dt n1 vmb xx vvi;
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6090
but say rather I have such a God, and such a promise. God hath said that he will feed me, and therefore I shall be fed.
but say rather I have such a God, and such a promise. God hath said that he will feed me, and Therefore I shall be fed.
cc-acp vvb av-c pns11 vhb d dt n1, cc d dt n1. np1 vhz vvd cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11, cc av pns11 vmb vbi vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6091
God hath said that he will keep me, and therefore I shall be kept. God hath said that he will pardon me, and therefore I shall be forgiven.
God hath said that he will keep me, and Therefore I shall be kept. God hath said that he will pardon me, and Therefore I shall be forgiven.
np1 vhz vvd cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11, cc av pns11 vmb vbi vvn. np1 vhz vvd cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11, cc av pns11 vmb vbi vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
787
Page 210
6092
3. It is apparent that men do not believe the promise, because they are inconstant and uncertain in their ways.
3. It is apparent that men do not believe the promise, Because they Are inconstant and uncertain in their ways.
crd pn31 vbz j cst n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp po32 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6093
They knew not what to do, nor where to live, nor what side to stick to.
They knew not what to do, nor where to live, nor what side to stick to.
pns32 vvd xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, ccx c-crq pc-acp vvi, ccx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp.
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6094
They are tossed to and fro, they are on and off again.
They Are tossed to and from, they Are on and off again.
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp cc av, pns32 vbr a-acp cc a-acp av.
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6095
And what is the cause of this? truly it is for want of faith upon the promise;
And what is the cause of this? truly it is for want of faith upon the promise;
cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? av-j pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6096
for that would settle them and root them;
for that would settle them and root them;
c-acp cst vmd vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32;
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6097
but on the other side, saith God, and bindes it with a strong asseveration too, If ye will not believe,
but on the other side, Says God, and binds it with a strong asseveration too, If you will not believe,
cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvz np1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 av, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi,
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6098
surely ye shall not be established, Isa. 7.9. You will be thus unstable still, and fickle still, unless you pitch by faith upon the promise.surely you shall not be established, Isaiah 7.9. You will be thus unstable still, and fickle still, unless you pitch by faith upon the promise.
av-j pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vbi av j av, cc j av, cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
788
Page 211
6099
4. It is apparent that men do not believe the promise, because they will suffer nothing for it.
4. It is apparent that men do not believe the promise, Because they will suffer nothing for it.
crd pn31 vbz j cst n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pix p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6100
They will not part with any thing, their liberty, their ease, their profit for the promise sake:
They will not part with any thing, their liberty, their ease, their profit for the promise sake:
pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1:
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6101
whereas faith if it were acted, would have an admirable operation on them. And therefore the Apostle makes this the ground of the strange patience of the Saints.
whereas faith if it were acted, would have an admirable operation on them. And Therefore the Apostle makes this the ground of the strange patience of the Saints.
cs n1 cs pn31 vbdr vvn, vmd vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno32. cc av dt n1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6102
When they were tortured, tryed with mockeries, scornings, bonds, imprisonment, when they were stoned, sawn asunder, what made them able to endure such things,
When they were tortured, tried with mockeries, scornings, bonds, imprisonment, when they were stoned, sawn asunder, what made them able to endure such things,
c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, vvn p-acp n2, n2-vvg, n2, n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, vvn av, r-crq vvd pno32 j pc-acp vvi d n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6103
and not to accept deliverance when it was offered, if they would have yeelded and complyed a little? It was their faith,
and not to accept deliverance when it was offered, if they would have yielded and complied a little? It was their faith,
cc xx pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn, cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn cc vvd dt j? pn31 vbds po32 n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6104
as you may see, Heb. 11.33, 37. by faith upon the promise they attained to this strength, that they could not be overcome nor made to yeeld to adversaries when they endured such torments as were impossible for flesh and blood to suffer,
as you may see, Hebrew 11.33, 37. by faith upon the promise they attained to this strength, that they could not be overcome nor made to yield to Adversaries when they endured such torments as were impossible for Flesh and blood to suffer,
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd, crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn ccx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vvd d n2 c-acp vbdr j p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi,
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6105
but became Conquerors in them all, yea more then Conquerors, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Rom. 8.37.
but became Conquerors in them all, yea more then Conquerors, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Rom. 8.37.
cc-acp vvd n2 p-acp pno32 d, uh av-dc cs n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6106
So when it is affirmed of the holy Martyrs, Apoc. 12.11. that they overcame the Dragon in all the persecutions that he raised against them, it is withall observed, that they did it by the blood of the Lamb;
So when it is affirmed of the holy Martyrs, Apocalypse 12.11. that they overcame the Dragon in all the persecutions that he raised against them, it is withal observed, that they did it by the blood of the Lamb;
av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n2, np1 crd. cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 cst pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz av vvn, cst pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6107
the faith they had in the blood of Jesus Christ enabled them to bear and overcome so bitter torments as they did endure.
the faith they had in the blood of jesus christ enabled them to bear and overcome so bitter torments as they did endure.
dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av j n2 c-acp pns32 vdd vvi.
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6108
And so it will do any of us in the like case. This is the victory that overcometh the world, even our Faith, 1 Joh. 5.4.
And so it will do any of us in the like case. This is the victory that Overcometh the world, even our Faith, 1 John 5.4.
cc av pn31 vmb vdi d pp-f pno12 p-acp dt j n1. d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, av po12 n1, vvn np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6109
And therefore when we are so quickly overcome, and brought to choose sin rather then affliction, it is a sign we want faith.
And Therefore when we Are so quickly overcome, and brought to choose since rather then affliction, it is a Signen we want faith.
cc av c-crq pns12 vbr av av-j vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi n1 av-c cs n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vvb n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
789
Page 211
6110
By this, you see there are too many who do not keep the Word of God in their hearts by believing.
By this, you see there Are too many who do not keep the Word of God in their hearts by believing.
p-acp d, pn22 vvb pc-acp vbr av d r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg.
(30) part (DIV2)
790
Page 211
6111
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, as you would have this assurance that you are of the number of those that belong to Christ by the donation of the Father, keep his words;
Now I beseech you, my beloved, as you would have this assurance that you Are of the number of those that belong to christ by the donation of the Father, keep his words;
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, c-acp pn22 vmd vhi d n1 cst pn22 vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb po31 n2;
(30) part (DIV2)
790
Page 211
6112
if you observe your Faith to waver, or to fail in any point, abase and judge your selves for it.
if you observe your Faith to waver, or to fail in any point, abase and judge your selves for it.
cs pn22 vvb po22 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, vvi cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
790
Page 211
6113
And that you may the better know how far to judge, and how far to acquit your selves in this particular, I shall give you some Cautions.
And that you may the better know how Far to judge, and how Far to acquit your selves in this particular, I shall give you Some Cautions.
cc cst pn22 vmb dt jc vvb c-crq av-j p-acp n1, cc c-crq av-j pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d j, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
790
Page 211
6114
1. You are not bound to credit every thing that is presented to you, under the name and title of the Word of God;
1. You Are not bound to credit every thing that is presented to you, under the name and title of the Word of God;
crd pn22 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1;
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 211
6115
To give a suddain and inconsiderate assent to all that the best Minister delivers to you,
To give a sudden and inconsiderate assent to all that the best Minister delivers to you,
pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp d cst dt js n1 vvz p-acp pn22,
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 211
6116
because he teaches it, and you are well perswaded of the man.
Because he Teaches it, and you Are well persuaded of the man.
c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, cc pn22 vbr av vvn pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 211
6117
You may, nay more then so, you ought to try before you trust in this case.
You may, nay more then so, you ought to try before you trust in this case.
pn22 vmb, uh-x av-dc cs av, pn22 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 vvb p-acp d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 211
6118
Prove every thing, saith the Apostle, 1 Thes. 5.21. and then hold fast that which is good. Prove every thing, Says the Apostle, 1 Thebes 5.21. and then hold fast that which is good.
vvb d n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. cc av vvb av-j cst r-crq vbz j.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 211
6119
It is observed of the Bereans, that they were not so servilly addicted and engaged to any Teachers,
It is observed of the Bereans, that they were not so servilely addicted and engaged to any Teachers,
pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp2, cst pns32 vbdr xx av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 211
6120
how excellent soever their endowments were, as to receive upon their credit any thing that they delivered.
how excellent soever their endowments were, as to receive upon their credit any thing that they Delivered.
c-crq j av po32 n2 vbdr, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 d n1 cst pns32 vvd.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 212
6121
No, their manner was to search the Scriptures, whether things were so, Act. 17.11.
No, their manner was to search the Scriptures, whither things were so, Act. 17.11.
uh-dx, po32 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n2, cs n2 vbdr av, n1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 212
6122
And yet it is notable that they are said to have received the Word of God with all readiness of mind for all this.
And yet it is notable that they Are said to have received the Word of God with all readiness of mind for all this.
cc av pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d d.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 212
6123
The Lord requires no greater readiness of mind then this, in entertaining or believing any thing that is delivered in his Name, that is, to take it upon some trial.
The Lord requires no greater readiness of mind then this, in entertaining or believing any thing that is Delivered in his Name, that is, to take it upon Some trial.
dt n1 vvz dx jc n1 pp-f n1 av d, p-acp vvg cc vvg d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
791
Page 212
6124
2. It is no sign of infidelity to move some questions, with an aym at satisfaction concerning things delivered either in or from the Word.
2. It is no Signen of infidelity to move Some questions, with an aim At satisfaction Concerning things Delivered either in or from the Word.
crd pn31 vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vvg n2 vvn av-d p-acp cc p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
792
Page 212
6127
A question not of opposition, but of inquisition, How shall these things be? This way of making doubts and questions it seems was used in the Jewish Church,
A question not of opposition, but of inquisition, How shall these things be? This Way of making doubts and questions it seems was used in the Jewish Church,
dt n1 xx pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, q-crq vmb d n2 vbi? d n1 pp-f vvg n2 cc n2 pn31 vvz vbds vvd p-acp dt jp n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
792
Page 212
6128
and Christ approved it by his Example, Luk. 2.46, 47. So it is said of the Apostle Paul that he reasoned with the Jews out of the Scriptures, Act. 17.2.
and christ approved it by his Exampl, Luk. 2.46, 47. So it is said of the Apostle Paul that he reasoned with the jews out of the Scriptures, Act. 17.2.
cc np1 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd, crd av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 np1 d pns31 vvd p-acp dt np2 av pp-f dt n2, n1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
792
Page 212
6129
And if such reasonings were more in use, not reasonings against the Word, but out of the Word, there would assuredly be more faith then there is at this day.
And if such reasonings were more in use, not reasonings against the Word, but out of the Word, there would assuredly be more faith then there is At this day.
cc cs d n2-vvg vbdr av-dc p-acp n1, xx n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vmd av-vvn vbi dc n1 cs pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
792
Page 212
6130
3. Nay (though it be a sign of weakness,) it is no sign of utter infidelity, to have some doubtful thoughts arising in our hearts concerning the most clear and pregnant Truths that are revealed in the Word of God.
3. Nay (though it be a Signen of weakness,) it is no Signen of utter infidelity, to have Some doubtful thoughts arising in our hearts Concerning the most clear and pregnant Truths that Are revealed in the Word of God.
crd uh-x (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1,) pn31 vbz dx n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vhi d j n2 vvg p-acp po12 n2 vvg dt av-ds j cc j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6131
David had such thoughts as these, and yet he was a good man, though this indeed were no part of his goodness, Psal. 89.19, 37, 38. There you have first the Lords assurance, that he will establish David and protect him.David had such thoughts as these, and yet he was a good man, though this indeed were no part of his Goodness, Psalm 89.19, 37, 38. There you have First the lords assurance, that he will establish David and Pact him.
np1 vhd d n2 c-acp d, cc av pns31 vbds dt j n1, cs d av vbdr dx n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd, crd, crd a-acp pn22 vhb ord dt n2 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi np1 cc vvb pno31.
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6132
And at last he comes to swear that he will not lye to David, his Throne shall endure for ever, &c. And yet observe how David faileth in the very next words, but thou hast cast off and abhorred, thou hast made void the Covenant of thy servant.
And At last he comes to swear that he will not lie to David, his Throne shall endure for ever, etc. And yet observe how David Faileth in the very next words, but thou hast cast off and abhorred, thou hast made void the Covenant of thy servant.
cc p-acp ord pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp av, av cc av vvb c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt av ord n2, p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp cc vvn, pns21 vh2 vvn j dt n1 pp-f po21 n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6133
This was his great infirmity, and yet you see it was not incompatible with grace.
This was his great infirmity, and yet you see it was not incompatible with grace.
d vbds po31 j n1, cc av pn22 vvb pn31 vbds xx j p-acp n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6134
It may befall a Saint, to have such unbelieving thoughts as these, provided that he pray against them, strive against them, and be humbled for them.
It may befall a Saint, to have such unbelieving thoughts as these, provided that he pray against them, strive against them, and be humbled for them.
pn31 vmb vvi dt n1, pc-acp vhi d vvg n2 p-acp d, vvd cst pns31 vvb p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp pno32, cc vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6135
As David was when he had motions to distrust the Providence of God, to question this great truth of God,
As David was when he had motions to distrust the Providence of God, to question this great truth of God,
p-acp np1 vbds c-crq pns31 vhd n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f np1,
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6136
as Psal. 73. this did so trouble him, that at vers. 21. he saith his very heart was grieved,
as Psalm 73. this did so trouble him, that At vers. 21. he Says his very heart was grieved,
c-acp np1 crd d vdd av vvi pno31, cst p-acp zz. crd pns31 vvz po31 j n1 vbds vvn,
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6137
and he was pricked in his reins because he was so foolish and so ignorant:
and he was pricked in his reins Because he was so foolish and so ignorant:
cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vbds av j cc av j:
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6138
And while it is thus with us, we need not thereupon, to doubt our interest in Jesus Christ.
And while it is thus with us, we need not thereupon, to doubt our Interest in jesus christ.
cc cs pn31 vbz av p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb xx av, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1 np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
793
Page 212
6139
But if we entertain such thoughts as these, and bid them welcome when they come, &c. if we never pray,
But if we entertain such thoughts as these, and bid them welcome when they come, etc. if we never pray,
cc-acp cs pns12 vvb d n2 c-acp d, cc vvb pno32 vvi c-crq pns32 vvb, av cs pns12 av-x vvb,
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6140
nor strive against our unbelief, nor grow up into any certainty in matters of Religion:
nor strive against our unbelief, nor grow up into any certainty in matters of Religion:
ccx vvi p-acp po12 n1, ccx vvb a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1:
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6141
If we resolvedly reject the Word of God, either in part, or in the whole, this is a very sad case.
If we resolvedly reject the Word of God, either in part, or in the Whole, this is a very sad case.
cs pns12 av-vvn vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn, d vbz dt av j n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6142
If I speak the truth saith Christ, why do you not believe me? Joh. 8.46.If I speak the truth Says christ, why do you not believe me? John 8.46.
cs pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz np1, q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi pno11? np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6143
And mark what follows presently, ye therefore hear me not, that is, believe me not, because ye are not of my sheep, as I said unto you.
And mark what follows presently, you Therefore hear me not, that is, believe me not, Because you Are not of my sheep, as I said unto you.
cc vvb r-crq vvz av-j, pn22 av vvb pno11 xx, cst vbz, vvb pno11 xx, c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pn22.
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6144
So that it is a formidable thing you see not to believe the Word of Christ.
So that it is a formidable thing you see not to believe the Word of christ.
av cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6145
It shews that men are none of Christs. And therefore let us give assent to the whole Word of God, the precepts, promises,
It shows that men Are none of Christ. And Therefore let us give assent to the Whole Word of God, the Precepts, promises,
pn31 vvz d n2 vbr pix pp-f npg1. cc av vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, dt n2, n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 212
6146
and threatnings, that Christ may own us, that he may say concerning us to God the Father, Thine they were, and thou gavest them to me.
and threatenings, that christ may own us, that he may say Concerning us to God the Father, Thine they were, and thou Gavest them to me.
cc n2-vvg, cst np1 vmb vvi pno12, cst pns31 vmb vvi vvg pno12 pc-acp np1 dt n1, po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vvd2 pno32 p-acp pno11.
(30) part (DIV2)
794
Page 213
6147
And thus we have dispatched the first and second branch of the discovery. Proceed we to the third;
And thus we have dispatched the First and second branch of the discovery. Proceed we to the third;
cc av pns12 vhb vvn dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f dt n1. vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord;
(30) part (DIV2)
795
Page 213
6148
Have you kept the Word of God in your affections by loving it? it is somewhat to remember it, it is more to give assent and credit to it,
Have you kept the Word of God in your affections by loving it? it is somewhat to Remember it, it is more to give assent and credit to it,
vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg pn31? pn31 vbz av pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vbz av-dc pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6149
but it is most of all to love and delight in it.
but it is most of all to love and delight in it.
cc-acp pn31 vbz av-ds pp-f d pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6150
And yet unless you reach to this you can have no assurance that you belong to Jesus Christ,
And yet unless you reach to this you can have no assurance that you belong to jesus christ,
cc av cs pn22 vvb p-acp d pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 cst pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6151
and that you are bestowed upon him by the Father.
and that you Are bestowed upon him by the Father.
cc cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6152
The very Devils know the Word of God, and think upon it, and believe it too;
The very Devils know the Word of God, and think upon it, and believe it too;
dt j n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvb pn31 av;
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6153
they are convinced of the truth of it, and yet they are so far from loving it or taking any pleasure in it, that they tremble at it.
they Are convinced of the truth of it, and yet they Are so Far from loving it or taking any pleasure in it, that they tremble At it.
pns32 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg pn31 cc vvg d n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns32 vvb p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6154
They perceive it is against them, they look upon it as an Enemy that speaks sad things to them,
They perceive it is against them, they look upon it as an Enemy that speaks sad things to them,
pns32 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz j n2 p-acp pno32,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6155
and so they are afraid of it. They fear it with a slavish fear, and slavish fear casteth out love.
and so they Are afraid of it. They Fear it with a slavish Fear, and slavish Fear Cast out love.
cc av pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31. pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 vvz av n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6156
To say the truth, the more they credit it, the less they love it, and the more they tremble at it.
To say the truth, the more they credit it, the less they love it, and the more they tremble At it.
p-acp vvi dt n1, dt av-dc pns32 vvb pn31, dt av-dc pns32 vvb pn31, cc dt av-dc pns32 vvb p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6157
And so it is in some degree with wicked and ungodly men. They give assent to the letter of the Scripture, they believe it to be true,
And so it is in Some degree with wicked and ungodly men. They give assent to the Letter of the Scripture, they believe it to be true,
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp j cc j n2. pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi j,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6158
but they have no affection to it; because it is no friend to them and their courses.
but they have no affection to it; Because it is no friend to them and their courses.
cc-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31; c-acp pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cc po32 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6159
It crosses them in every thing they have a mind to, and therefore they are at enmity with it,
It Crosses them in every thing they have a mind to, and Therefore they Are At enmity with it,
pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp, cc av pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6160
and their hearts rise up against it;
and their hearts rise up against it;
cc po32 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6161
they receive the knowledge, and in some sort the belief, but they do not receive the love of the Truth.
they receive the knowledge, and in Some sort the belief, but they do not receive the love of the Truth.
pns32 vvb dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6162
But you my Brethren, must go further yet if you will clear your interest in Jesus Christ;
But you my Brothers, must go further yet if you will clear your Interest in jesus christ;
p-acp pn22 po11 n2, vmb vvi av-jc av cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp np1 np1;
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6163
you must go beyond Devils, yea you must go beyond the best of carnal and unsanctified men, you must not satisfie your selves with this, that you know the Word of God, that you have it in your mindes, that you are able to discourse of it;
you must go beyond Devils, yea you must go beyond the best of carnal and unsanctified men, you must not satisfy your selves with this, that you know the Word of God, that you have it in your minds, that you Are able to discourse of it;
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n2, uh pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt js pp-f j cc j n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp d, cst pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6164
that you believe it to be true in all particulars. But more then so, your hearts must be carryed out in dear affection to it.
that you believe it to be true in all particulars. But more then so, your hearts must be carried out in dear affection to it.
cst pn22 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n2-j. p-acp dc cs av, po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6165
If this be wanting, all the rest is worth nothing:
If this be wanting, all the rest is worth nothing:
cs d vbb vvg, d dt n1 vbz j pix:
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6166
You may perish notwithstanding as pesons that are out of Christ, and be damned in hell for ever,
You may perish notwithstanding as pesons that Are out of christ, and be damned in hell for ever,
pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n2 cst vbr av pp-f np1, cc vbi vvn p-acp n1 c-acp av,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6167
unless you come to love the Word of God, as you may see in that remarkable Example, 2 Thes. 2.10. They received not the love of the Truth saith the Apostle there, and what follows? that they might be saved.
unless you come to love the Word of God, as you may see in that remarkable Exampl, 2 Thebes 2.10. They received not the love of the Truth Says the Apostle there, and what follows? that they might be saved.
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, crd np1 crd. pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 a-acp, cc r-crq vvz? cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6168
No salvation unless the Word, the Truth of God be kept in the affections by the loving it.
No salvation unless the Word, the Truth of God be kept in the affections by the loving it.
dx n1 cs dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt vvg pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6169
And therefore it is added presently, for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they might all be damned.
And Therefore it is added presently, for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they might all be damned.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vvi pno32 j n2, cst pns32 vmd d vbi vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6170
Oh then as you desire to have this sweet assurance in your souls, that you belong to Jesus Christ,
O then as you desire to have this sweet assurance in your Souls, that you belong to jesus christ,
uh av c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vhi d j n1 p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1,
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6171
and that you shall be saved by him, examine whether you have kept the Word of God in this respect or no? whether you have it dear in your affections?
and that you shall be saved by him, examine whither you have kept the Word of God in this respect or no? whither you have it dear in your affections?
cc cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vvb cs pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 cc av-dx? cs pn22 vhb pn31 j-jn p-acp po22 n2?
(30) part (DIV2)
796
Page 213
6172
And that you may the better try your selves in this regard, I shall give you some discoveries.
And that you may the better try your selves in this regard, I shall give you Some discoveries.
cc cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
797
Page 213
6173
If you love the Word of God, you will desire on all occasions to converse with it.
If you love the Word of God, you will desire on all occasions to converse with it.
cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 213
6174
Desire of union and communion is alwaies an effect and evidence of true affection.
Desire of Union and communion is always an Effect and evidence of true affection.
n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 213
6175
You shall observe it in the Prophet David, who was unparalleled in this respect, for infinite affection to the Word of God.
You shall observe it in the Prophet David, who was unparalleled in this respect, for infinite affection to the Word of God.
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq vbds j p-acp d n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 213
6176
It is a wonder to consider how his heart was set upon it.
It is a wonder to Consider how his heart was Set upon it.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 213
6177
And hence it was, that when he was kept off from the enjoyment of the Word, he had such vehement and enflamed desires to be partaker of it.
And hence it was, that when he was kept off from the enjoyment of the Word, he had such vehement and inflamed Desires to be partaker of it.
cc av pn31 vbds, cst c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd d j cc vvd n2 pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 214
6178
He panted and he gasped after it, even as the Hart panteth after the water-brooks. Oh when shall I appear before God? Psal. 42.2. when shall I be partaker of his Word, and of his Ordinances once again? when will it once be? So in another place, My soul longeth, yea even fainteth for the Courts of the Lord, where Ordinances were dispensed.
He panted and he gasped After it, even as the Heart pants After the Water brooks. O when shall I appear before God? Psalm 42.2. when shall I be partaker of his Word, and of his Ordinances once again? when will it once be? So in Another place, My soul Longeth, yea even fainteth for the Courts of the Lord, where Ordinances were dispensed.
pns31 vvd cc pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, av p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2. uh q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp np1? np1 crd. q-crq vmb pns11 vbi n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n2 a-acp av? q-crq vmb pn31 a-acp vbb? av p-acp j-jn n1, po11 n1 vvz, uh av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq n2 vbdr vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 214
6179
My heart and my flesh cryes out for the living God, Psal. 84.2.My heart and my Flesh cries out for the living God, Psalm 84.2.
po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvz av p-acp dt j-vvg np1, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 214
6180
So that he envies the very Sparrows and the Swallows, who were freer then himself to be near that place.
So that he envies the very Sparrows and the Swallows, who were freer then himself to be near that place.
av cst pns31 vvz dt j n2 cc dt n2, r-crq vbdr jc cs px31 pc-acp vbi j cst n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 214
6181
Yea, his longing was so great, that he was even heart-broken with it, Psal. 119.20. My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath to thy judgements at all times.
Yea, his longing was so great, that he was even heartbroken with it, Psalm 119.20. My soul breaks for the longing that it hath to thy Judgments At all times.
uh, po31 n1 vbds av j, cst pns31 vbds av j p-acp pn31, np1 crd. po11 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vhz pc-acp po21 n2 p-acp d n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 214
6182
And have you such affections, and such anhelations in you? Let us examine it a little in these two particulars.
And have you such affections, and such anhelations in you? Let us examine it a little in these two particulars.
cc vhb pn22 d n2, cc d n2 p-acp pn22? vvb pno12 vvi pn31 dt j p-acp d crd n2-j.
(30) part (DIV2)
798
Page 214
6183
1. Do you hear the Word of God as often as you may? not only now and then,
1. Do you hear the Word of God as often as you may? not only now and then,
crd vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp pn22 vmb? xx av-j av cc av,
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6184
when you have nothing else to do, and when you have no other business to withdraw you,
when you have nothing Else to do, and when you have no other business to withdraw you,
c-crq pn22 vhb pix av pc-acp vdi, cc c-crq pn22 vhb dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pn22,
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6185
but constantly on all occasions? do you attend upon it, as your main and chief business? do you for the love you bear it, neglect and set aside and under-value other things? this is the Wisemans admonition, Prov. 23.23. Buy the Truth and sell it not.
but constantly on all occasions? do you attend upon it, as your main and chief business? do you for the love you bear it, neglect and Set aside and undervalue other things? this is the Wiseman's admonition, Curae 23.23. Buy the Truth and fell it not.
cc-acp av-j p-acp d n2? vdb pn22 vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp po22 n1 cc j-jn n1? vdb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb pn31, n1 cc vvi av cc n1 j-jn n2? d vbz dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31 xx.
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6186
Sell it not for a little profit, in the field or in the shop, but rather buy it and redeem it with your loss of outward things.
Fell it not for a little profit, in the field or in the shop, but rather buy it and Redeem it with your loss of outward things.
vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-c vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n1 pp-f j n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6187
Do you conceive that David of whose high affections you have heard, would neglect any opportunity,
Do you conceive that David of whose high affections you have herd, would neglect any opportunity,
vdb pn22 vvi d np1 pp-f r-crq j n2 pn22 vhb vvn, vmd vvi d n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6188
for being made partaker of the Word of God? Oh how did he bewail the want of it? How would he have struggled for it? How eagerly would he have taken it, with any outward disadvantage? And this is that which Christ commendeth Mary for, not for a work of supererogation,
for being made partaker of the Word of God? O how did he bewail the want of it? How would he have struggled for it? How eagerly would he have taken it, with any outward disadvantage? And this is that which christ commends Marry for, not for a work of supererogation,
c-acp vbg vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? uh q-crq vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31? q-crq vmd pns31 vhb vvn p-acp pn31? c-crq av-j vmd pns31 vhb vvn pn31, p-acp d j n1? cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vvz vvi p-acp, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6189
as doing more then she was bound to do, but for a regular account and estimation of the Word, setting aside her houshold business, that she might be partaker of it, Luk. 10.42. Not only they that will not hear the Word of God at all, but they that hear it seldom, that suffer every worldly business to withdraw them from it, will be found not to have loved it and esteemed it as they ought to do.
as doing more then she was bound to do, but for a regular account and estimation of the Word, setting aside her household business, that she might be partaker of it, Luk. 10.42. Not only they that will not hear the Word of God At all, but they that hear it seldom, that suffer every worldly business to withdraw them from it, will be found not to have loved it and esteemed it as they ought to do.
c-acp vdg av-dc cs pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vdi, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg av po31 n1 n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd. xx av-j pns32 cst vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, cc-acp pns32 cst vvb pn31 av, cst vvb d j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, vmb vbi vvn xx pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 cc vvd pn31 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi.
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6190
How shall we escape saith Paul, Heb. 2.3. if we neglect so geeat salvation? How shall we escape Says Paul, Hebrew 2.3. if we neglect so geeat salvation?
q-crq vmb pns12 vvi vvz np1, np1 crd. cs pns12 vvb av j n1?
(30) part (DIV2)
799
Page 214
6191
2. Do you exercise your selves as in the hearing, so in the reading and in the meditation of it? Do you converse with the Word of God in private? Doth it dwell with you in your houses,
2. Do you exercise your selves as in the hearing, so in the reading and in the meditation of it? Do you converse with the Word of God in private? Does it dwell with you in your houses,
crd vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg, av p-acp dt n-vvg cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? vdb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j? vdz pn31 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6192
as the Apostles phrase is? Col. 3.16.
as the Apostles phrase is? Col. 3.16.
c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz? np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6193
For this you must know, my Brethren, that though you should be ordinary hearers of the best Ministry beneath Heaven,
For this you must know, my Brothers, that though you should be ordinary hearers of the best Ministry beneath Heaven,
p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst cs pn22 vmd vbi j n2 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6194
yet you must not rest in that, but you must exercise your selves in reading of the Word of God in private.
yet you must not rest in that, but you must exercise your selves in reading of the Word of God in private.
av pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6195
It was the Lords Commandement to the King himself, that though he might plead want of leisure more then many others,
It was the lords Commandment to the King himself, that though he might plead want of leisure more then many Others,
pn31 vbds dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 px31, cst cs pns31 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cs d n2-jn,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6196
and though he had the ordinary help of the Levites, Priests, and Prophets more then others,
and though he had the ordinary help of the Levites, Priests, and prophets more then Others,
cc cs pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, n2, cc n2 av-dc cs n2-jn,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6197
as David had both Gad and Nathan, yet he must have his Bible still, and must be constant in the reading of it,
as David had both Gad and Nathan, yet he must have his bible still, and must be constant in the reading of it,
c-acp np1 vhd d n1 cc np1, av pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 av, cc vmb vbi j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6198
as you may see, Deut. 47.49. And it was that which cheered and supported Job in his affliction, Job 23.12. that he could say uprightly in the presence of the Lord, I have esteemed the Word of his mouth more then my necessary and appointed food.
as you may see, Deuteronomy 47.49. And it was that which cheered and supported Job in his affliction, Job 23.12. that he could say uprightly in the presence of the Lord, I have esteemed the Word of his Mouth more then my necessary and appointed food.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. cc pn31 vbds d r-crq vvd cc vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd. cst pns31 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-dc cs po11 j cc j-vvn n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6199
More duly then he kept his meals, he tyed himself to read and meditate in Gods-Word.
More duly then he kept his meals, he tied himself to read and meditate in Gods-Word.
av-dc av-jn av pns31 vvd po31 n2, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 214
6200
Among the Jews under Antiochus it was made capital for any man to have the Book of God by him.
Among the jews under Antiochus it was made capital for any man to have the Book of God by him.
p-acp dt np2 p-acp np1 pn31 vbds vvn j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6201
And in Queen Maries days, you know the danger was not less, and then how did they prize a little piece of Holy Writ,
And in Queen Mary's days, you know the danger was not less, and then how did they prize a little piece of Holy Writ,
cc p-acp n1 npg1 n2, pn22 vvb dt n1 vbds xx av-dc, cc av q-crq vdd pns32 vvi dt j n1 pp-f j vvn,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6202
how did they value a few Chapters of the Bible? If a poor a man could get a leaf,
how did they valve a few Chapters of the bible? If a poor a man could get a leaf,
q-crq vdd pns32 vvi dt d n2 pp-f dt n1? cs dt j dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6203
or two, how safely would he keep them in his bosom, next his heart, as the most pretious things he had? How would he wear them out with reading in them? God hath dealt more gratiously with us, there is now no danger to have a Bible,
or two, how safely would he keep them in his bosom, next his heart, as the most precious things he had? How would he wear them out with reading in them? God hath dealt more graciously with us, there is now no danger to have a bible,
cc crd, c-crq av-j vmd pns31 vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, ord po31 n1, c-acp dt av-ds j n2 pns31 vhd? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pno32 av p-acp vvg p-acp pno32? np1 vhz vvn av-dc av-j p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbz av dx n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6204
and therefore if we be not constant in the reading and the meditation of it, we shew not such affection to it as we ought to do.
and Therefore if we be not constant in the reading and the meditation of it, we show not such affection to it as we ought to do.
cc av cs pns12 vbb xx j p-acp dt n-vvg cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vvb xx d n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6205
That is the first thing then;
That is the First thing then;
cst vbz dt ord n1 av;
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6206
if you love the Word of God, you will desire on all occasions to converse with it, both in publique and in private.
if you love the Word of God, you will desire on all occasions to converse with it, both in public and in private.
cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp j cc p-acp j.
(30) part (DIV2)
800
Page 215
6207
2. If you love the Word of God, you will endeavour to be inwardly acquainted with it;
2. If you love the Word of God, you will endeavour to be inwardly acquainted with it;
crd cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6208
we converse with many men, with whom we are not intimate.
we converse with many men, with whom we Are not intimate.
pns12 vvb p-acp d n2, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr xx j.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6209
And so there are abundance that hear and read the Word of God, and yet know little of the meaning of it.
And so there Are abundance that hear and read the Word of God, and yet know little of the meaning of it.
cc av a-acp vbr n1 cst vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vvb j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6210
But if you love it as you ought to do, you will not satisfie your selves with this, that you read so many Chapters in a day, that you attend on every Sermon that is preached,
But if you love it as you ought to do, you will not satisfy your selves with this, that you read so many Chapters in a day, that you attend on every Sermon that is preached,
p-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31 c-acp pn22 vmd pc-acp vdi, pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp d, cst pn22 vvb av d n2 p-acp dt n1, cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn,
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6211
unless you find that you do in a measure understand the mind of God, and the mind of Jesus Christ, in those things.
unless you find that you do in a measure understand the mind of God, and the mind of jesus christ, in those things.
cs pn22 vvb cst pn22 vdb p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp d n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6212
If I affect a man exceedingly, I shall endeavour what I can to get within him, as we use to say;
If I affect a man exceedingly, I shall endeavour what I can to get within him, as we use to say;
cs pns11 vvb dt n1 av-vvg, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vmb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi;
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6213
not to know his face, and to hear his words only, but to be inwardly acquainted with his disposition,
not to know his face, and to hear his words only, but to be inwardly acquainted with his disposition,
xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av-j, cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6214
and the purpose of his heart.
and the purpose of his heart.
cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6215
And so if you affect the Word, you will strive to get into the bosom of it;
And so if you affect the Word, you will strive to get into the bosom of it;
cc av cs pn22 vvb dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6216
You will not be contented with a formal superficial knowledge of the letter of it,
You will not be contented with a formal superficial knowledge of the Letter of it,
pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6217
but you will dive into the very bowels of the Scripture, and never leave till you know the heart of it.
but you will dive into the very bowels of the Scripture, and never leave till you know the heart of it.
cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc av-x vvb c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6218
And this is that which the Apostle Paul insinuates, Col. 3.16.
And this is that which the Apostle Paul insinuates, Col. 3.16.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6219
Let the Word of God dwell in you richly, NONLATINALPHABET, Let it dwell, let it be a houshold-guest, let it rise,Let the Word of God dwell in you richly,, Let it dwell, let it be a houshold-guest, let it rise,
vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pn22 av-j,, vvb pn31 vvi, vvb pn31 vbi dt n1, vvb pn31 vvi,
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6220
and sit and walk, dine and sup, and lodge with you, let it be familiar to you.
and fit and walk, dine and sup, and lodge with you, let it be familiar to you.
cc vvi cc vvi, vvb cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp pn22, vvb pn31 vbi j-jn p-acp pn22.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
13273
when they that teach it and profess it, harmoniously agree among themselves:
when they that teach it and profess it, harmoniously agree among themselves:
c-crq pns32 cst vvb pn31 cc vvb pn31, av-j vvb p-acp px32:
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
6221
Be you as throughly acquainted with it, as any man that dwells in your house, with whom you have discourse and dealing every hour.
Be you as thoroughly acquainted with it, as any man that dwells in your house, with whom you have discourse and dealing every hour.
vbb pn22 a-acp av-j vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp po22 n1, p-acp ro-crq pn22 vhb n1 cc vvg d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6222
And truly if you strive not thus to be acquainted with the Word of God, you do not love it as you ought to do.
And truly if you strive not thus to be acquainted with the Word of God, you do not love it as you ought to do.
cc av-j cs pn22 vvb xx av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31 c-acp pn22 vmd pc-acp vdi.
(30) part (DIV2)
801
Page 215
6223
3. If you love the VVord of God, you will not easily fall out with it,
3. If you love the Word of God, you will not Easily fallen out with it,
crd cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb xx av-j vvi av p-acp pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6224
when you find the meaning of it, and perceive it is against you in something that is naturally dear to you, you will not quarrel with it, your hearts will not rise up in enmity against it.
when you find the meaning of it, and perceive it is against you in something that is naturally dear to you, you will not quarrel with it, your hearts will not rise up in enmity against it.
c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvb pn31 vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp pi cst vbz av-j j-jn p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, po22 n2 vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6225
No, your dear affections to it will make you quietly and meekly to submit to it.
No, your dear affections to it will make you quietly and meekly to submit to it.
uh-dx, po22 j-jn n2 p-acp pn31 vmb vvi pn22 av-jn cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6226
Indeed ungodly men cannot endure the VVord of God;
Indeed ungodly men cannot endure the Word of God;
np1 j n2 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1;
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6227
the Precepts and Commandements of it are like bonds and cords to them, they lay restraint upon them, they curb them and they hold them in,
the Precepts and commandments of it Are like bonds and cords to them, they lay restraint upon them, they curb them and they hold them in,
dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vbr j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb pno32 cc pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp,
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6228
and hence they are enraged against it.
and hence they Are enraged against it.
cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6229
They endeavour what they can to break the bonds of God asunder, they are always contradicting and opposing,
They endeavour what they can to break the bonds of God asunder, they Are always contradicting and opposing,
pns32 vvb r-crq pns32 vmb pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av, pns32 vbr av vvg cc vvg,
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6230
and gainsaying, and raising quarrels, and disputes against the Word, because they hate it. But now the Saints upon the other side are very much in Love with it,
and gainsaying, and raising quarrels, and disputes against the Word, Because they hate it. But now the Saints upon the other side Are very much in Love with it,
cc vvg, cc vvg n2, cc vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31. p-acp av dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbr av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6231
and hence it is that the Commandements of it are not grievous to them, they agree with their spirits, they are written in their hearts.
and hence it is that the commandments of it Are not grievous to them, they agree with their spirits, they Are written in their hearts.
cc av pn31 vbz d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr xx j p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 215
6232
Or if at any time it cross them, they are not angry with the Word, but with themselves, that their base hearts should not in every thing agree with it;
Or if At any time it cross them, they Are not angry with the Word, but with themselves, that their base hearts should not in every thing agree with it;
cc cs p-acp d n1 pn31 vvi pno32, pns32 vbr xx j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp px32, cst po32 j n2 vmd xx p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6233
Yea, when it is a little sharp and bitter, though their stomachs rise at first, yet in the issue they submit, and say as Hezekiah to Isaiah, Isa. 39.8. Good is the Word of the Lord, which thou hast spoken.
Yea, when it is a little sharp and bitter, though their stomachs rise At First, yet in the issue they submit, and say as Hezekiah to Isaiah, Isaiah 39.8. Good is the Word of the Lord, which thou hast spoken.
uh, c-crq pn31 vbz dt j j cc j, cs po32 n2 vvi p-acp ord, av p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb, cc vvb p-acp np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6234
They find a sweet and pleasing savour even in the sowrest passage of the Word.
They find a sweet and pleasing savour even in the sourest passage of the Word.
pns32 vvb dt j cc j-vvg n1 av p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6235
There goes a savour with their knowledge of it, as the Apostle Pauls expression is, 2 Cor. 2.14. Carnal men may know abundance of the Scripture, more then a pretious Saint of God;
There Goes a savour with their knowledge of it, as the Apostle Paul's expression is, 2 Cor. 2.14. Carnal men may know abundance of the Scripture, more then a precious Saint of God;
pc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp dt n1 npg1 n1 vbz, crd np1 crd. j n2 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, av-dc cs dt j n1 pp-f np1;
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6236
but here is the difference, they find no savour in their knowledg of it, at least no sweet and pleasing savour.
but Here is the difference, they find no savour in their knowledge of it, At least not sweet and pleasing savour.
cc-acp av vbz dt n1, pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp ds xx j cc j-vvg n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6237
No, it is distastful to them, it doth not suit with their palates, it doth not fit their humors.
No, it is distasteful to them, it does not suit with their palates, it does not fit their humours.
uh-dx, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno32, pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vdz xx vvi po32 n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6238
A Drunkard knows it is a sin to be intemperate, to drink himself down to a beast;
A Drunkard knows it is a since to be intemperate, to drink himself down to a beast;
dt n1 vvz pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi px31 a-acp p-acp dt n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6239
A wanton and lascivious person knows it is a sin to be unclean, but this doctrine doth not please him;
A wanton and lascivious person knows it is a since to be unclean, but this Doctrine does not please him;
dt j-jn cc j n1 vvz pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp d n1 vdz xx vvi pno31;
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6240
and so it is in other cases:
and so it is in other cases:
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n2:
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6241
whereas the Truth is sweet to those that are in Christ, they look upon it as their friend,
whereas the Truth is sweet to those that Are in christ, they look upon it as their friend,
cs dt n1 vbz j p-acp d cst vbr p-acp np1, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6242
and love it, because it joyns with them against their lusts who are their greatest enemies, whom they abhorre and whom they hate with a perfect hatred.
and love it, Because it joins with them against their Lustiest who Are their greatest enemies, whom they abhor and whom they hate with a perfect hatred.
cc vvb pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2 r-crq vbr po32 js n2, ro-crq pns32 vvb cc r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
802
Page 216
6243
4. If you love the VVord of God, you will hardly part with it;
4. If you love the Word of God, you will hardly part with it;
crd cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31;
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6244
you will not let it go from you, if you can keep it any way, by any means.
you will not let it go from you, if you can keep it any Way, by any means.
pn22 vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d n1, p-acp d n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6245
And much less will you go from it. I have not departed from thy judgements, saith holy David to the Lord, Psal. 119.102. for thou hast taught me.
And much less will you go from it. I have not departed from thy Judgments, Says holy David to the Lord, Psalm 119.102. for thou hast taught me.
cc av-d av-dc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pn31. pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp po21 n2, vvz j np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6246
Brethren, there are a sort of men who have a kind of knowledge of the Word of God,
Brothers, there Are a sort of men who have a kind of knowledge of the Word of God,
n2, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6247
but they have no love to it, and hence it is that they are easily withdrawn from it,
but they have no love to it, and hence it is that they Are Easily withdrawn from it,
cc-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31, cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6248
as multitudes have been in these times;
as Multitudes have been in these times;
c-acp n2 vhb vbn p-acp d n2;
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6249
while they that have it dear in their affections are rooted and established in the present truth, as 2 Pet. 1.12. They are not carryed clean away with every new opinion and conceit as others are.
while they that have it dear in their affections Are rooted and established in the present truth, as 2 Pet. 1.12. They Are not carried clean away with every new opinion and conceit as Others Are.
cs pns32 cst vhb pn31 j-jn p-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, c-acp crd np1 crd. pns32 vbr xx vvn av-j av p-acp d j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn vbr.
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6250
They cleave unto the Truths of God, with full purpose of heart.
They cleave unto the Truths of God, with full purpose of heart.
pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp j n1 pp-f n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6251
They are setled in their judgements, and resolved in their minds, This is undoubtedly the Truth of God, I know it to be so, I find it to be so by sensible experience in my soul,
They Are settled in their Judgments, and resolved in their minds, This is undoubtedly the Truth of God, I know it to be so, I find it to be so by sensible experience in my soul,
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vvd p-acp po32 n2, d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av, pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av p-acp j n1 p-acp po11 n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6252
and to this I mean to stick, even to the loss of goods and life, and all.
and to this I mean to stick, even to the loss of goods and life, and all.
cc p-acp d pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-j cc n1, cc d.
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6253
I am resolved that I will not relinquish it, what ever hazard I may undergo to hold it, whatever Sophisters and slie Seducers object against it.
I am resolved that I will not relinquish it, what ever hazard I may undergo to hold it, whatever Sophisters and sly Seducers Object against it.
pns11 vbm vvn cst pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31, r-crq av n1 pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq n2 cc j n2 vvi p-acp pn31.
(30) part (DIV2)
803
Page 216
6254
5. If you love the Word of God, you will be extreamly troubled when it is slighted and abused;
5. If you love the Word of God, you will be extremely troubled when it is slighted and abused;
crd cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vbi av-jn vvn c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn;
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6255
it will vex you to the heart, to see it undervalued and despised;
it will vex you to the heart, to see it undervalved and despised;
pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd cc vvn;
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6256
You will be ready to reply in such a case, The VVord is a good friend of mine, one whom I love dearly, from whom I have received much comfort:
You will be ready to reply in such a case, The Word is a good friend of mine, one whom I love dearly, from whom I have received much Comfort:
pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f png11, pi ro-crq pns11 vvb av-jn, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn d n1:
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6257
And I am no way able to endure, it wounds me to the very soul to see it used in this fashion.
And I am no Way able to endure, it wounds me to the very soul to see it used in this fashion.
cc pns11 vbm dx n1 j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvz pno11 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd p-acp d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6258
Beloved, these are times in which the VVord of God hath suffered much from wicked and ungodly men.
beloved, these Are times in which the Word of God hath suffered much from wicked and ungodly men.
j-vvn, d vbr n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn av-d p-acp j cc j n2.
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6259
It hath been strangely scorned and contemned, and even trampled under foot:
It hath been strangely scorned and contemned, and even trampled under foot:
pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn cc vvn, cc av vvn p-acp n1:
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6260
It hath been usual in these days of ours for men to speak against those things that are delivered from the VVord, contradicting and blaspheming.
It hath been usual in these days of ours for men to speak against those things that Are Delivered from the Word, contradicting and blaspheming.
pn31 vhz vbn j p-acp d n2 pp-f png12 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg cc vvg.
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 216
6280
yet thou hast left me such exact directions, such wholesome Counsel in thy word, that if I follow that exactly, it is impossible I should miscarry.
yet thou hast left me such exact directions, such wholesome Counsel in thy word, that if I follow that exactly, it is impossible I should miscarry.
av pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 d j n2, d j n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst cs pns11 vvb cst av-j, pn31 vbz j pns11 vmd vvi.
(30) part (DIV2)
808
Page 217
11334
Then that the Gospel is the truth by way of excellence, and in a specialty above the rest of Holy Scripture.
Then that the Gospel is the truth by Way of excellence, and in a specialty above the rest of Holy Scripture.
av cst dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1461
Page 396
6261
Now, my Beloved, how have such things as these affected you, and wrought upon you? what tears have they drawn from you? what sorrow have they wrought in you? how often have they sent you over-loaden to your closets, there to open all to God? It is observed by the Holy Ghost, that when Jehoiakim had cut the roll in pieces with a pen-knife which Jeremiah brought him from the Lord,
Now, my beloved, how have such things as these affected you, and wrought upon you? what tears have they drawn from you? what sorrow have they wrought in you? how often have they sent you overladen to your closets, there to open all to God? It is observed by the Holy Ghost, that when Jehoiakim had Cut the roll in Pieces with a penknife which Jeremiah brought him from the Lord,
av, po11 j-vvn, q-crq vhb d n2 c-acp d vvn pn22, cc vvn p-acp pn22? q-crq n2 vhb pns32 vvn p-acp pn22? q-crq n1 vhb pns32 vvn p-acp pn22? c-crq av vhb pns32 vvn pn22 j p-acp po22 n2, a-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp np1? pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst c-crq np1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 217
6262
and burnt it in the fire upon the hearth, they that stood by were not afraid,
and burned it in the fire upon the hearth, they that stood by were not afraid,
cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 cst vvd a-acp vbdr xx j,
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 217
6263
neither did they rent their garments, nor manifest their sorrrow, Jer. 36.23, 24. Beloved, some of you have seen as high contempt as this offered to the word of God,
neither did they rend their garments, nor manifest their sorrrow, Jer. 36.23, 24. beloved, Some of you have seen as high contempt as this offered to the word of God,
dx vdd pns32 vvi po32 n2, ccx vvi po32 n1, np1 crd, crd j-vvn, d pp-f pn22 vhb vvn p-acp j n1 c-acp d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 217
6264
though not in the same kind.
though not in the same kind.
cs xx p-acp dt d n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 217
6265
And truly if you have not rent your hearts, at least, if you have not been inwardly afflicted in your spirits,
And truly if you have not rend your hearts, At least, if you have not been inwardly afflicted in your spirits,
cc av-j cs pn22 vhb xx vvn po22 n2, p-acp ds, cs pn22 vhb xx vbn av-j vvn p-acp po22 n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 217
6266
and done what you are able to the vindication of it, you have shewed but little love to Gods word.
and done what you Are able to the vindication of it, you have showed but little love to God's word.
cc vdn r-crq pn22 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp ng1 n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
804
Page 217
6267
By these things you may try whether you have kept the word of God in your affections by loving it,
By these things you may try whither you have kept the word of God in your affections by loving it,
p-acp d n2 pn22 vmb vvi cs pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg pn31,
(30) part (DIV2)
805
Page 217
6268
and so have made it to appear that you belong to Jesus Christ, by the donation of the Father.
and so have made it to appear that you belong to jesus christ, by the donation of the Father.
cc av vhb vvn pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
805
Page 217
6269
Now in the last place, let me quicken you a little to the love of Gods word;
Now in the last place, let me quicken you a little to the love of God's word;
av p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
806
Page 217
6270
That if you love it not already, you may come to love it; Or if you love it, you may go on to love it yet more.
That if you love it not already, you may come to love it; Or if you love it, you may go on to love it yet more.
cst cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx av, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31; cc cs pn22 vvb pn31, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av av-dc.
(30) part (DIV2)
806
Page 217
6271
And to this end I shall desire you to take notice of how great excellency and admirable use it is to you,
And to this end I shall desire you to take notice of how great excellency and admirable use it is to you,
cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f c-crq j n1 cc j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp pn22,
(30) part (DIV2)
806
Page 217
6272
as I shall lay it open in a few particulars.
as I shall lay it open in a few particulars.
c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp dt d n2-j.
(30) part (DIV2)
806
Page 217
6273
1. Are you yet in your natural estate? the word of God is the means to convert you.
1. are you yet in your natural estate? the word of God is the means to convert you.
crd vbr pn22 av p-acp po22 j n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn22.
(30) part (DIV2)
807
Page 217
6274
The Law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul, Psal. 19.7. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Sanctifie them saith our Saviour;The Law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul, Psalm 19.7. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Sanctify them Says our Saviour;
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, vvg dt n1, np1 crd. n1 vvz p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. vvb pno32 vvz po12 n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
807
Page 217
6275
How? By thy truth, thy word is truth, Joh. 17.17.
How? By thy truth, thy word is truth, John 17.17.
q-crq? p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
807
Page 217
6276
That speech of Paul is apposite and full, God hath chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth, whereto, that is, to which sanctification and belief he hath called you by our Gospel, 2 Thes. 2.13, 14. 2. Are you wandering from the way? as who hath not his deviations? The word of God is a light to guide you;
That speech of Paul is apposite and full, God hath chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth, whereto, that is, to which sanctification and belief he hath called you by our Gospel, 2 Thebes 2.13, 14. 2. are you wandering from the Way? as who hath not his deviations? The word of God is a Light to guide you;
cst n1 pp-f np1 vbz zz cc j, np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq, cst vbz, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po12 n1, crd np1 crd, crd crd vbr pn22 vvg p-acp dt n1? p-acp r-crq vhz xx po31 n2? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j pc-acp vvi pn22;
(30) part (DIV2)
807
Page 217
6277
it is a Lanthorn to your feet, as David speaks, Thou shalt guide me with thy Counsel, Psal. 73.14.
it is a Lantern to your feet, as David speaks, Thou shalt guide me with thy Counsel, Psalm 73.14.
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, c-acp np1 vvz, pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
808
Page 217
6278
q. d. although thou do not lead me by the pillar of a cloud and fire,q. worser. although thou do not led me by the pillar of a cloud and fire,
vvd. sy. cs pns21 vdb xx vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
808
Page 217
6279
as once thou didst thy people in the Desert, although thou goest not with me in a visible appearance,
as once thou didst thy people in the Desert, although thou goest not with me in a visible appearance,
c-acp a-acp pns21 vdd2 po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns21 vv2 xx p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j n1,
(30) part (DIV2)
808
Page 217
6281
3. Are you ignorant? the word of God is a teacher to inform you, It giveth understanding to the simple, Psal. 119.130. And makes them wise unto Salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15.
3. are you ignorant? the word of God is a teacher to inform you, It gives understanding to the simple, Psalm 119.130. And makes them wise unto Salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15.
crd vbr pn22 j? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j, np1 crd. cc vvz pno32 j p-acp n1, crd np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
809
Page 217
6282
There is no knowledge indispensably required to salvation, nothing of necessary faith or practice, either to be believed or done,
There is no knowledge indispensably required to salvation, nothing of necessary faith or practice, either to be believed or done,
pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j vvn p-acp n1, pix pp-f j n1 cc n1, av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cc vdn,
(30) part (DIV2)
809
Page 217
6283
but is abundantly revealed in the Scripture.
but is abundantly revealed in the Scripture.
cc-acp vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
809
Page 217
6284
4. Are you infirm and weak in grace? The word of God is a means to confirm you.
4. are you infirm and weak in grace? The word of God is a means to confirm you.
crd vbr pn22 j cc j p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn22.
(30) part (DIV2)
810
Page 217
6285
This was the Instrument by which the Apostles confirmed the Churches, Act. 15.4.
This was the Instrument by which the Apostles confirmed the Churches, Act. 15.4.
d vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n2 vvd dt n2, n1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
810
Page 217
6286
And as it is the usual means, by which the grace of God is begotten in the heart, in which respect we find it stiled The word of grace, because it works it, Acts 20.32. so it is the instrument by which it is confirmed and encreased.
And as it is the usual means, by which the grace of God is begotten in the heart, in which respect we find it styled The word of grace, Because it works it, Acts 20.32. so it is the Instrument by which it is confirmed and increased.
cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pn31, n2 crd. av pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
810
Page 217
6287
We grow by sucking the sincere milk of the word, 1 Pet. 2.2. And we are built up by it to Salvation.
We grow by sucking the sincere milk of the word, 1 Pet. 2.2. And we Are built up by it to Salvation.
pns12 vvb p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. cc pns12 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
810
Page 217
6288
5. Are you in any deep distress? The word of God is the means to comfort you.
5. are you in any deep distress? The word of God is the means to Comfort you.
crd vbr pn22 p-acp d j-jn n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn22.
(30) part (DIV2)
811
Page 218
6289
Through-comfort of the Scriptures we have hope, Rom. 15.4.Through-comfort of the Scriptures we have hope, Rom. 15.4.
n1 pp-f dt n2 pns12 vhb n1, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
811
Page 218
6290
And David to the same purpose, Ʋnless thy Law had been my delight, I should then have perished in my affliction, Psal. 119.92.
And David to the same purpose, Ʋnless thy Law had been my delight, I should then have perished in my affliction, Psalm 119.92.
np1 np1 p-acp dt d n1, j po21 n1 vhd vbn po11 n1, pns11 vmd av vhi vvn p-acp po11 n1, np1 crd.
(30) part (DIV2)
811
Page 218
6291
And in another place cries out, Remember thy word unto thy servant upon which thou hast caused me to hope;
And in Another place cries out, remember thy word unto thy servant upon which thou hast caused me to hope;
cc p-acp j-jn n1 vvz av, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi;
(30) part (DIV2)
811
Page 218
6292
this is my comfort in my affliction, for thy Word hath quickned me, Psal. 119.49, 50. 6. Are you lost, as we are all of us by nature? The word of God is the means to save you:this is my Comfort in my affliction, for thy Word hath quickened me, Psalm 119.49, 50. 6. are you lost, as we Are all of us by nature? The word of God is the means to save you:
d vbz po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, p-acp po21 n1 vhz vvn pno11, np1 crd, crd crd vbr pn22 vvn, c-acp pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn22:
(30) part (DIV2)
811
Page 218
6293
this is the saving doctrine, Act. 11.14. The word of life, Phil. 2.16. the word that brings men to life and glory.
this is the Saving Doctrine, Act. 11.14. The word of life, Philip 2.16. the word that brings men to life and glory.
d vbz dt j-vvg n1, n1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. dt n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp n1 cc n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
812
Page 218
6294
The Gentiles saith the Apostle Paul to the Ephesians, Ephes. 3.6. came to be fellow-heirs, and partakers of the promise by the Gospel. The Gentiles Says the Apostle Paul to the Ephesians, Ephesians 3.6. Come to be fellow-heirs, and partakers of the promise by the Gospel.
dt np1 vvz dt n1 np1 p-acp dt np1, np1 crd. vvd pc-acp vbi n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(30) part (DIV2)
812
Page 218
6295
To sum up all, we have cause to love the word, to have it dear in our affections,
To sum up all, we have cause to love the word, to have it dear in our affections,
pc-acp vvi a-acp d, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vhi pn31 j-jn p-acp po12 n2,
(30) part (DIV2)
813
Page 218
6296
for it is the word that guides us, it is the word that informs us, it is the word that confirms us, it is the word that comforts us, it is the word that saves us, that is the power of God unto salvation;
for it is the word that guides us, it is the word that informs us, it is the word that confirms us, it is the word that comforts us, it is the word that saves us, that is the power of God unto salvation;
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
813
Page 218
6297
with which agrees the Apostles valediction to the Elders of Ephesus, Act: 20.32. wherewith I take my leave of you at this time;
with which agrees the Apostles valediction to the Elders of Ephesus, Act: 20.32. wherewith I take my leave of you At this time;
p-acp r-crq vvz dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f np1, n1: crd. c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1 pp-f pn22 p-acp d n1;
(30) part (DIV2)
813
Page 218
6298
I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to built you up,
pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp,
(30) part (DIV2)
813
Page 218
6299
and to give you an inheritance among them that are sanctified. and to give you an inheritance among them that Are sanctified.
cc pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn.
(30) part (DIV2)
813
Page 218
6300
JOHN. 17.6. And they have kept thy Word.JOHN. 17.6. And they have kept thy Word.
np1. crd. cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
813
Page 218
6301
WE have been long upon this use of trial and discovery whether we be given up to Christ,
WE have been long upon this use of trial and discovery whither we be given up to christ,
pns12 vhb vbn j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cs pns12 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6302
or no, by the donation of the Father. Three branches of it we have now dispatcht,
or no, by the donation of the Father. Three branches of it we have now dispatched,
cc uh-dx, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd n2 pp-f pn31 pns12 vhb av vvn,
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6303
and are arrived at the fourth and last, which God assisting we shall finish at this time.
and Are arrived At the fourth and last, which God assisting we shall finish At this time.
cc vbr vvn p-acp dt ord cc ord, r-crq np1 vvg pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6304
Have we kept the word of God, as in our minds by remembring, and in our hearts by believing,
Have we kept the word of God, as in our minds by remembering, and in our hearts by believing,
vhb pns12 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg, cc p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg,
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6305
and in our affections by loving, so in our lives by obeying? For all of these as you have heard, are comprehended under this expression.
and in our affections by loving, so in our lives by obeying? For all of these as you have herd, Are comprehended under this expression.
cc p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg, av p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg? p-acp d pp-f d c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbr vvn p-acp d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6306
And this indeed, my Brethren, as it is the last, so it is the heigth, the upshot,
And this indeed, my Brothers, as it is the last, so it is the heighth, the upshot,
cc d av, po11 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz dt ord, av pn31 vbz dt n1, dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6307
and the sum of all, to keep the word of God in the life by obeying.
and the sum of all, to keep the word of God in the life by obeying.
cc dt n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg.
(31) part (DIV2)
815
Page 218
6308
Many there are that remember much of it, that give assent and credit to it,
Many there Are that Remember much of it, that give assent and credit to it,
d a-acp vbr cst vvb d pp-f pn31, cst vvb n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6309
yea, that pretend a great deal of affection to the word of God, and are indeed much taken with many things that are delivered in it,
yea, that pretend a great deal of affection to the word of God, and Are indeed much taken with many things that Are Delivered in it,
uh, cst vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbr av av-d vvn p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6310
and yet they fail in this which is the main business, they do not give themselves up to the practice and obedience of it.
and yet they fail in this which is the main business, they do not give themselves up to the practice and Obedience of it.
cc av pns32 vvb p-acp d r-crq vbz dt j n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6311
They leave the rule of God, and are a way and rule unto themselves.
They leave the Rule of God, and Are a Way and Rule unto themselves.
pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbr dt n1 cc vvi p-acp px32.
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6312
And this was Herods temper right, he heard the word of God gladly, he took some kind of pleasure in it,
And this was Herods temper right, he herd the word of God gladly, he took Some kind of pleasure in it,
cc d vbds npg1 vvi av-jn, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, pns31 vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6313
and therefore out of doubt had some affection to it; but when it came to practice and obedience, there he failed.
and Therefore out of doubt had Some affection to it; but when it Come to practice and Obedience, there he failed.
cc av av pp-f n1 vhd d n1 p-acp pn31; cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, a-acp pns31 vvd.
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6314
He did but many things at most, he did not all that was delivered to him from the word of God,
He did but many things At most, he did not all that was Delivered to him from the word of God,
pns31 vdd p-acp d n2 p-acp ds, pns31 vdd xx d cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6315
and this was that which marred all, and made all the rest worth nothing. And so the second ground, the stony places in the parable, Matth. 13.20. they received the Word of God and that with joy, and there must be some love where there is delight and joy;
and this was that which marred all, and made all the rest worth nothing. And so the second ground, the stony places in the parable, Matthew 13.20. they received the Word of God and that with joy, and there must be Some love where there is delight and joy;
cc d vbds d r-crq vvd d, cc vvd d dt n1 n1 pix. cc av dt ord n1, dt j n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 cc d p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 218
6316
and yet no fruit at all follows, as you may see in that place:
and yet no fruit At all follows, as you may see in that place:
cc av dx n1 p-acp d vvz, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 219
6317
And truly there are many such among us, who find some taste in the good Word of God, as the Apostle speaks, Heb. 6.5.
And truly there Are many such among us, who find Some taste in the good Word of God, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 6.5.
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d d p-acp pno12, r-crq vvb d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 219
6318
There is a pleasing relish in it which they are delighted with, as there is something in the Word that may content a palate that is meerly carnal,
There is a pleasing relish in it which they Are delighted with, as there is something in the Word that may content a palate that is merely carnal,
pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31 r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, c-acp pc-acp vbz pi p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 cst vbz av-j j,
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 219
6319
but they make it not their rule in their lives and conversation.
but they make it not their Rule in their lives and Conversation.
cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 219
6320
They sit before the Preacher as the people sits, and listen with affection to his words perhaps, they are a pleasant sound to them,
They fit before the Preacher as the people sits, and listen with affection to his words perhaps, they Are a pleasant found to them,
pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 av, pns32 vbr dt j n1 p-acp pno32,
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 219
6321
but their hearts are far from stooping to the obedience of the Word; no, they are for their covetousness, their uncleanness and their lusts still.
but their hearts Are Far from stooping to the Obedience of the Word; no, they Are for their covetousness, their uncleanness and their Lustiest still.
cc-acp po32 n2 vbr av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; uh-dx, pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n1, po32 n1 cc po32 n2 av.
(31) part (DIV2)
816
Page 219
6323
If you will have this sweet assurance in your selves that you are given up to Jesus Christ, by the donation of the Father, you must keep the Word of God in your lives by obeying it:
If you will have this sweet assurance in your selves that you Are given up to jesus christ, by the donation of the Father, you must keep the Word of God in your lives by obeying it:
cs pn22 vmb vhi d j n1 p-acp po22 n2 cst pn22 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg pn31:
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6324
you must not rest in this, that you have (as you conceive) some love to it,
you must not rest in this, that you have (as you conceive) Some love to it,
pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, cst pn22 vhb (c-acp pn22 vvb) d n1 p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6325
and that you take some kind of pleasure and delight in it, (for this a carnal wretch, a reprobate may do) but you must yeild obedience to it;
and that you take Some kind of pleasure and delight in it, (for this a carnal wretch, a Reprobate may do) but you must yield Obedience to it;
cc cst pn22 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31, (c-acp d dt j n1, dt n-jn vmb vdi) cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31;
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6326
you must be ruled and ordered by it in your ways: the Word of God must be a guide to you.
you must be ruled and ordered by it in your ways: the Word of God must be a guide to you.
pn22 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po22 n2: dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22.
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6327
When you have any thing to do, you must not think what is agreeable to your wills, humors, interests, ends, and so act accordingly.
When you have any thing to do, you must not think what is agreeable to your wills, humours, interests, ends, and so act accordingly.
c-crq pn22 vhb d n1 pc-acp vdi, pn22 vmb xx vvi r-crq vbz j p-acp po22 n2, n2, n2, n2, cc av vvb av-vvg.
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6328
But you must seriously consider with your selves what is agreeable to the direction of the Word of God,
But you must seriously Consider with your selves what is agreeable to the direction of the Word of God,
p-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp po22 n2 r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6329
and to the rule which he hath there prescribed to you, and to that you must conform,
and to the Rule which he hath there prescribed to you, and to that you must conform,
cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz a-acp vvn p-acp pn22, cc p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi,
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6330
how unsutable soever it may be to your desires or to your aims.
how unsuitable soever it may be to your Desires or to your aims.
c-crq j av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n2 cc p-acp po22 n2.
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6331
Thus you must keep the Word of God, (if you will clear your interest in Jesus Christ, in your lives by obeying it.
Thus you must keep the Word of God, (if you will clear your Interest in jesus christ, in your lives by obeying it.
av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
817
Page 219
6332
And here that you may not be mistaken, and deceive your selves, I shall desire you to take notice of a few things.
And Here that you may not be mistaken, and deceive your selves, I shall desire you to take notice of a few things.
cc av cst pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc vvb po22 n2, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt d n2.
(31) part (DIV2)
818
Page 219
6333
You must keep it wholly and entirely, you must not keep some parts and parcels of the Word of God,
You must keep it wholly and entirely, you must not keep Some parts and parcels of the Word of God,
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-jn cc av-j, pn22 vmb xx vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6334
and leave the rest out of your practice and obedience.
and leave the rest out of your practice and Obedience.
cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f po22 n1 cc n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6335
No, you must keep it all throughout without restraint or limitation, if you will make it to appear that you belong to Jesus Christ.
No, you must keep it all throughout without restraint or limitation, if you will make it to appear that you belong to jesus christ.
uh-dx, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6336
Thou hast given them to me (saith our Saviour in my Text) and they have kept thy Word. Observe it well;Thou hast given them to me (Says our Saviour in my Text) and they have kept thy Word. Observe it well;
pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11 (vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1) cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1. vvb pn31 av;
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6337
he saith not, They have kept some portion of thy Word, or They have kept it in some certain things, they have obeyed some rules and some directions of it,
he Says not, They have kept Some portion of thy Word, or They have kept it in Some certain things, they have obeyed Some rules and Some directions of it,
pns31 vvz xx, pns32 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp d j n2, pns32 vhb vvn d n2 cc d n2 pp-f pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6338
but they have kept thy Word, you must conceive it, all thy Word, without any reservation.
but they have kept thy Word, you must conceive it, all thy Word, without any reservation.
cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31, d po21 n1, p-acp d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6339
They have not willingly allowed themselves in any disobedience to the least iota of it.
They have not willingly allowed themselves in any disobedience to the least iota of it.
pns32 vhb xx av-j vvn px32 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt av-ds fw-la pp-f pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6340
And thus it is with those that are bestowed on Jesus Christ, they are obedient to the Word in all things,
And thus it is with those that Are bestowed on jesus christ, they Are obedient to the Word in all things,
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6341
and so they make it to appear that they are men of proof indeed, that they are tried Christians,
and so they make it to appear that they Are men of proof indeed, that they Are tried Christians,
cc av pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 av, cst pns32 vbr vvn np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6342
as the Apostle shews, 2 Cor. 2.9.
as the Apostle shows, 2 Cor. 2.9.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6343
To this end did I write to you, that I might have the proof of you, To this end did I write to you, that I might have the proof of you,
p-acp d n1 vdd pns11 vvi p-acp pn22, cst pns11 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f pn22,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6365
My aim shall be to keep the Word, as far as humane weakness and infirmity will suffer, wholly and entirely.
My aim shall be to keep the Word, as Far as humane weakness and infirmity will suffer, wholly and entirely.
po11 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp av-j c-acp j n1 cc n1 vmb vvi, av-jn cc av-j.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6344
and whether you would be obedient in all things. They can say as David doth, Psal. 119.104. Through thy precepts I get understanding, therefore every false way I utterly abhorre. and whither you would be obedient in all things. They can say as David does, Psalm 119.104. Through thy Precepts I get understanding, Therefore every false Way I utterly abhor.
cc cs pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp d n2. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vdz, np1 crd. p-acp po21 n2 pns11 vvb vvg, av d j n1 pns11 av-j vvb.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6345
Assoon as I get so much understanding from thy Word and from thy Law, to know that such a way is false,
As soon as I get so much understanding from thy Word and from thy Law, to know that such a Way is false,
av c-acp pns11 vvb av av-d vvg p-acp po21 n1 cc p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi cst d dt n1 vbz j,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 219
6346
and leads not to the happiness and comfort which it seems to promise. I do not follow it and keep it as I did before;
and leads not to the happiness and Comfort which it seems to promise. I do not follow it and keep it as I did before;
cc vvz xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi. pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31 c-acp pns11 vdd a-acp;
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 220
6347
no I decline it and abhorre it, yea, I abhorre it utterly, I never touch more with it, let it be what it will, never so sweet,
no I decline it and abhor it, yea, I abhor it utterly, I never touch more with it, let it be what it will, never so sweet,
uh-dx pns11 vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31, uh, pns11 vvb pn31 av-j, pns11 av-x vvi av-dc p-acp pn31, vvb pn31 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, av-x av j,
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 220
6348
so pleasing, so delightful, so accustomed to me. Through thy Law I get understanding, therefore every false way I utterly abhorre.
so pleasing, so delightful, so accustomed to me. Through thy Law I get understanding, Therefore every false Way I utterly abhor.
av vvg, av j, av vvn p-acp pno11. p-acp po21 n1 pns11 vvb vvg, av d j n1 pns11 av-j vvb.
(31) part (DIV2)
819
Page 220
6349
And is it so with you (my Brethren)? Turn in upon your selves a little,
And is it so with you (my Brothers)? Turn in upon your selves a little,
cc vbz pn31 av p-acp pn22 (po11 n2)? n1 p-acp p-acp po22 n2 dt j,
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6350
and consider how farre you are acquainted with the Word and Will of God, how far the Lord hath shewed what is good,
and Consider how Far you Are acquainted with the Word and Will of God, how Far the Lord hath showed what is good,
cc vvb c-crq av-j pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq av-j dt n1 vhz vvn r-crq vbz j,
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6351
and what he requires of you, so that you are convinced of it;
and what he requires of you, so that you Are convinced of it;
cc r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pn22, av cst pn22 vbr vvn pp-f pn31;
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6352
and then examine whether you fall short in nothing, whether you come fully up to the obedience and the practice of it:
and then examine whither you fallen short in nothing, whither you come Fully up to the Obedience and the practice of it:
cc av vvb cs pn22 vvb j p-acp pix, cs pn22 vvb av-j a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6353
whether you keep the Word entirely, so that you do not fail in any thing advisedly and customarily, of which your understandings are informed,
whither you keep the Word entirely, so that you do not fail in any thing advisedly and customarily, of which your understandings Are informed,
cs pn22 vvb dt n1 av-j, av cst pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 av-vvn cc av-j, pp-f r-crq po22 n2 vbr vvn,
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6354
and which you know to be a duty.
and which you know to be a duty.
cc r-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6355
Tell me Beloved, is there no such thing? is the Conscience quiet now? doth it lay nothing to your charge? no neglect of any thing you should have done? doth it not tell you that in this and that particular you know the rule,
Tell me beloved, is there no such thing? is the Conscience quiet now? does it lay nothing to your charge? no neglect of any thing you should have done? does it not tell you that in this and that particular you know the Rule,
vvb pno11 vvn, vbz pc-acp dx d n1? vbz dt n1 j-jn av? vdz pn31 vvi pix p-acp po22 n1? dx n1 pp-f d n1 pn22 vmd vhi vdn? vdz pn31 xx vvi pn22 d p-acp d cc d j pn22 vvb dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6356
and yet you have not walked accordingly? In such or such a thing you have gone quite and clean against it.
and yet you have not walked accordingly? In such or such a thing you have gone quite and clean against it.
cc av pn22 vhb xx vvd av-vvg? p-acp d cc d dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn av cc j p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6357
Brethren, if your hearts accuse you, God is greater then your hearts, and knoweth all things.
Brothers, if your hearts accuse you, God is greater then your hearts, and Knoweth all things.
n1, cs po22 n2 vvb pn22, np1 vbz jc cs po22 n2, cc vvz d n2.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6358
Go home and judge your selves for it: Commune with your hearts and say, Herein I see I have been faulty;
Go home and judge your selves for it: Commune with your hearts and say, Herein I see I have been faulty;
vvb av-an cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp pn31: j p-acp po22 n2 cc vvb, av pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vbn j;
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6359
I have not kept the Word of God, my practice hath not been in every point according to the Rule;
I have not kept the Word of God, my practice hath not been in every point according to the Rule;
pns11 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, po11 n1 vhz xx vbn p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6360
no, I have failed in this and that and the other thing:
no, I have failed in this and that and the other thing:
uh-dx, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d cc d cc dt j-jn n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6361
But now I am resolved in good earnest, by the grace of Jesus Christ to take another course as far as it is possible;
But now I am resolved in good earnest, by the grace of jesus christ to take Another course as Far as it is possible;
cc-acp av pns11 vbm vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j;
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6362
I will not swerve a whit, nor vary in my conversation from the Word of God.
I will not swerve a whit, nor vary in my Conversation from the Word of God.
pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1, ccx vvi p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6363
This I acknowledge I have done, which I know well enough I ought not to have done.
This I acknowledge I have done, which I know well enough I ought not to have done.
d pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vdn, r-crq pns11 vvb av av-d pns11 vmd xx pc-acp vhi vdn.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6364
This, I confess, I have neglected, which I know I should have done, but now it shall be so no more.
This, I confess, I have neglected, which I know I should have done, but now it shall be so no more.
np1, pns11 vvb, pns11 vhb vvn, r-crq pns11 vvb pns11 vmd vhi vdn, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi av av-dx av-dc.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6366
Thus you must do if you will make it to appear, that Christ hath any share in you.
Thus you must do if you will make it to appear, that christ hath any share in you.
av pn22 vmb vdi cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhz d n1 p-acp pn22.
(31) part (DIV2)
820
Page 220
6367
As you must keep the Word wholly, so you must keep it cordially too.
As you must keep the Word wholly, so you must keep it cordially too.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av-jn, av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j av.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6368
As you must obey it all, so you must obey it all with all the heart:
As you must obey it all, so you must obey it all with all the heart:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d, av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d p-acp d dt n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6369
Your obedience to the Word must flow from principles of heartiness and love with•n, and not from base respects and ends without.
Your Obedience to the Word must flow from principles of heartiness and love with•n, and not from base respects and ends without.
po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 av, cc xx p-acp j n2 cc vvz p-acp.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6370
And this is that which the Apostle testifies of the Romans, Rom. 6.17. Ye have obeyed from the heart (saith he) the form of Doctrine that hath been delivered to you, or whereto you were delivered, as it is rendred in the margent;
And this is that which the Apostle Testifies of the Roman, Rom. 6.17. You have obeyed from the heart (Says he) the from of Doctrine that hath been Delivered to you, or whereto you were Delivered, as it is rendered in the margin;
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f dt njp2, np1 crd. pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 (vvz pns31) dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22, cc c-crq pn22 vbdr vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6371
you have obeyed it, and you have obeyed it from the heart; so that your obedience was voluntary, free, delightful;you have obeyed it, and you have obeyed it from the heart; so that your Obedience was voluntary, free, delightful;
pn22 vhb vvn pn31, cc pn22 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1; av cst po22 n1 vbds j-jn, j, j;
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6372
you found complacencie and pleasure in it;
you found complacency and pleasure in it;
pn22 vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31;
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6373
you needed nothing else to carry and incline you to it, but the inward motion, disposition, and affection of the heart:
you needed nothing Else to carry and incline you to it, but the inward motion, disposition, and affection of the heart:
pn22 vvd pix av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, cc-acp dt j n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6374
You had enough within you, to quicken you, and stir you up to the obedience of the Word of God.
You had enough within you, to quicken you, and stir you up to the Obedience of the Word of God.
pn22 vhd d p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6375
And thus it is with those that are bestowed on Jesus Christ; they obey it heartily, while others do it meerly out of self-ends:
And thus it is with those that Are bestowed on jesus christ; they obey it heartily, while Others do it merely out of self-ends:
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1; pns32 vvb pn31 av-j, cs n2-jn vdb pn31 av-j av pp-f n2:
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6376
All their motives and inducements to the obedience which they yeild are from without;
All their motives and inducements to the Obedience which they yield Are from without;
d po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb vbr p-acp p-acp;
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 220
6377
either they are drawn by force, or they are hired, or they are frighted to it.
either they Are drawn by force, or they Are hired, or they Are frighted to it.
d pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6378
Their hearts meerly of themselves do nothing with them in the business.
Their hearts merely of themselves do nothing with them in the business.
po32 n2 av-j pp-f px32 vdb pix p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6379
Jehu was large enough in his obedience to the command and will of God, as to the matter of the things he did with reference to Ahabs house.Jehu was large enough in his Obedience to the command and will of God, as to the matter of the things he did with Referente to Ahabs house.
np1 vbds j av-d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns31 vdd p-acp n1 p-acp n2 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6380
To say the truth, he did all, every thing that God would have him;
To say the truth, he did all, every thing that God would have him;
p-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vdd d, d n1 cst np1 vmd vhi pno31;
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6381
But he failed in this particular, he did nothing heartily, nothing out of love to God,
But he failed in this particular, he did nothing heartily, nothing out of love to God,
cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp d j, pns31 vdd pix av-j, pix av pp-f n1 p-acp np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6382
but all for his own ends, and therefore all he did was worth nothing. See what an ample attestation he received from God himself, 2 King. 10.13. Thou hast executed that which was right in my eyes, and hast done to the house of Ahab according to all that was in my heart.
but all for his own ends, and Therefore all he did was worth nothing. See what an ample attestation he received from God himself, 2 King. 10.13. Thou hast executed that which was right in my eyes, and hast done to the house of Ahab according to all that was in my heart.
cc-acp d c-acp po31 d n2, cc av d pns31 vdd vbds j pix. n1 q-crq dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1 px31, crd n1. crd. pns21 vh2 vvn d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp po11 n2, cc vh2 vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp d cst vbds p-acp po11 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6383
He had not omitted any particular, and yet because it was not cordially done for God,
He had not omitted any particular, and yet Because it was not cordially done for God,
pns31 vhd xx vvn d j, cc av c-acp pn31 vbds xx av-j vdn p-acp np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6384
but meerly for himself, that he might bring about his own designs, he met with a revenge instead of a reward,
but merely for himself, that he might bring about his own designs, he met with a revenge instead of a reward,
cc-acp av-j p-acp px31, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 d n2, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6385
as you may see Hos. 1.4. How far doth Artaxerxes go? Ezra 7.23. Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done.
as you may see Hos. 1.4. How Far does Artaxerxes go? Ezra 7.23. Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi np1 crd. c-crq av-j vdz np1 vvi? np1 crd. r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pn31 vbi av-j vdn.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
13931
If we continue in the Vineyard to the Evening, we shall have our penny.
If we continue in the Vineyard to the Evening, we shall have our penny.
cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vhi po12 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
6386
You see to what a pass this Heathen Prince is brought, he will do any thing for God;
You see to what a pass this Heathen Prince is brought, he will do any thing for God;
pn22 vvb p-acp r-crq dt n1 d j-jn n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vdi d n1 p-acp np1;
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6387
any thing that he requires, let it be what it will, he will obey.
any thing that he requires, let it be what it will, he will obey.
d n1 cst pns31 vvz, vvb pn31 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi.
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6388
But what is that which moves him to it? is it a principle of love to God, doth he do it heartily? No, it proceeds from noting else but fear of wrath and vengeance,
But what is that which moves him to it? is it a principle of love to God, does he do it heartily? No, it proceeds from noting Else but Fear of wrath and vengeance,
p-acp r-crq vbz d r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp pn31? vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vdz pns31 vdi pn31 av-j? uh-dx, pn31 vvz p-acp vvg av cc-acp vvb pp-f n1 cc n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6389
as it is apparent in the latter member of the verse, for why should there be wrath upon the Realm of the King, and of his Sons?
as it is apparent in the latter member of the verse, for why should there be wrath upon the Realm of the King, and of his Sons?
c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp q-crq vmd pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po31 n2?
(31) part (DIV2)
821
Page 221
6390
Now I beseech you, try your selves in this particular;
Now I beseech you, try your selves in this particular;
av pns11 vvb pn22, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d j;
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6391
you obey the Word of God, yea, and it may be you are large in your obedience,
you obey the Word of God, yea, and it may be you Are large in your Obedience,
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, uh, cc pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr j p-acp po22 n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6392
as to the matter of the thing required.
as to the matter of the thing required.
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd.
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6393
But do you (as it is observed of the Romans ) obey it from the heart,
But do you (as it is observed of the Romans) obey it from the heart,
cc-acp vdb pn22 (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt np1) vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6394
or from some other principle? if there is nothing else to move you, would your hearts carry you to this obedience? Have you that within you still, that would hold you in from sin and stir you up to duty,
or from Some other principle? if there is nothing Else to move you, would your hearts carry you to this Obedience? Have you that within you still, that would hold you in from since and stir you up to duty,
cc p-acp d j-jn n1? cs pc-acp vbz pix av pc-acp vvi pn22, vmd po22 n2 vvb pn22 p-acp d n1? vhb pn22 d p-acp pn22 av, cst vmd vvi pn22 p-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6395
if there were no inducement from without? Can you say as David doth? Psal. 10 8. Lord, I delight to do thy will,
if there were no inducement from without? Can you say as David does? Psalm 10 8. Lord, I delight to do thy will,
cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp a-acp? vmb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 vdz? np1 crd crd n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi po21 n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6396
for thy Law is in my heart. Lord, we delight to pray, read, hear, perform religious duties;for thy Law is in my heart. Lord, we delight to pray, read, hear, perform religious duties;
p-acp po21 n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1. n1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb, vvb j n2;
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6397
it is our meat and drink to do thy will, for thy Law is in our hearts;
it is our meat and drink to do thy will, for thy Law is in our hearts;
pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi po21 n1, p-acp po21 n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2;
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6398
It is not written in our understandings only, but in our hearts and our affections, and this is that which makes obedience to it pleasing and delightful to us.
It is not written in our understandings only, but in our hearts and our affections, and this is that which makes Obedience to it pleasing and delightful to us.
pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 n2 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2, cc d vbz d r-crq vvz n1 p-acp pn31 j-vvg cc j p-acp pno12.
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6399
So that if you might be free from the injunctions and directions of the Word (with the servant in the Law) you would not value such a libertie:
So that if you might be free from the injunctions and directions of the Word (with the servant in the Law) you would not valve such a liberty:
av cst cs pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1) pn22 vmd xx vvi d dt n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6400
You would not swear, and be unclean, and run out into all excess of ryot,
You would not swear, and be unclean, and run out into all excess of riot,
pn22 vmd xx vvi, cc vbi j, cc vvi av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6401
if you might because your spirits have by grace an inward contrariety and antipathy against it:
if you might Because your spirits have by grace an inward contrariety and antipathy against it:
cs pn22 vmd p-acp po22 n2 vhb p-acp n1 dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31:
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6402
you would not cease to pray, and hear, and perform religious duties if you might, because your spirits have an inward sweet complacencie in these things.
you would not cease to pray, and hear, and perform religious duties if you might, Because your spirits have an inward sweet complacency in these things.
pn22 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi j n2 cs pn22 vmd, c-acp po22 n2 vhb dt j j n1 p-acp d n2.
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6403
If you thus keep the Word, it is a sign that you are Christs Disciples.
If you thus keep the Word, it is a Signen that you Are Christ Disciples.
cs pn22 av vvi dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pn22 vbr npg1 n2.
(31) part (DIV2)
822
Page 221
6404
As you must keep the Word wholly, and keep it cordially, so you must keep it constantly;
As you must keep the Word wholly, and keep it cordially, so you must keep it constantly;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av-jn, cc vvb pn31 av-j, av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j;
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 221
6405
you must keep it to the end, as the Prophet David speaks, Psal. 119.33. You must hold on in keeping it;
you must keep it to the end, as the Prophet David speaks, Psalm 119.33. You must hold on in keeping it;
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp vvg pn31;
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 221
6406
you must persist in your obedience to it, even to your lives end: that Christ may say at last concerning you, when you depart out of this world,
you must persist in your Obedience to it, even to your lives end: that christ may say At last Concerning you, when you depart out of this world,
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pn31, av p-acp po22 n2 n1: cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp ord vvg pn22, c-crq pn22 vvb av pp-f d n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 221
6407
and appear before his Father, Thou hast given them to me, and they have kept thy word.
and appear before his Father, Thou hast given them to me, and they have kept thy word.
cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11, cc pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6408
And indeed to obey it for a time, and then to throw it off again, is not to keep it, but to lose it.
And indeed to obey it for a time, and then to throw it off again, is not to keep it, but to loose it.
cc av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av, vbz xx pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6409
Alas how many such are there among us, in these latter times, who for a while were very diligent,
Alas how many such Are there among us, in these latter times, who for a while were very diligent,
np1 c-crq d d vbr a-acp p-acp pno12, p-acp d d n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbdr av j,
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6410
and Instant in the study of the Scriptures, seem'd to be very cautious and exact to frame their lives in every thing according to the word of God,
and Instant in the study of the Scriptures, seemed to be very cautious and exact to frame their lives in every thing according to the word of God,
cc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvd pc-acp vbi av j cc j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6411
so that they would not vary from it in the least particular.
so that they would not vary from it in the least particular.
av cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j.
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6412
Or if they found themselves at any time, in any thing to swerve from the direction of the Rule, they would judge themselves for it.
Or if they found themselves At any time, in any thing to swerve from the direction of the Rule, they would judge themselves for it.
cc cs pns32 vvd px32 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6413
But now the Word the rule it self is laid aside, as an unnecessary and a useless thing,
But now the Word the Rule it self is laid aside, as an unnecessary and a useless thing,
p-acp av dt n1 dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn av, c-acp dt j cc dt j n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6414
as if it were not worthy the keeping any longer; there is no care at all to walk by it:
as if it were not worthy the keeping any longer; there is no care At all to walk by it:
c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx j dt vvg d av-jc; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31:
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6415
when there are gross and horrid deviations from it, they are not looked upon as matter of Humiliation or Contrition in the least degree.
when there Are gross and horrid deviations from it, they Are not looked upon as matter of Humiliation or Contrition in the least degree.
c-crq pc-acp vbr j cc j n2 p-acp pn31, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ds n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6416
I wish that such would seriously consider with themselves, how Christ shall own them in the latter day,
I wish that such would seriously Consider with themselves, how christ shall own them in the latter day,
pns11 vvb cst d vmd av-j vvi p-acp px32, c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt d n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6417
how he shall plead before his Father for them, that they have kept his word.
how he shall plead before his Father for them, that they have kept his word.
c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vhb vvn po31 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
823
Page 222
6418
Now, my Beloved, lay these things to heart, and never rest till you have gotten this Character of those that are bestowed on Jesus Christ, by the donation of the Father.
Now, my beloved, lay these things to heart, and never rest till you have got this Character of those that Are bestowed on jesus christ, by the donation of the Father.
av, po11 j-vvn, vvb d n2 p-acp n1, cc av-x vvb c-acp pn22 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6419
Never satisfie your selves till you keep the Word of God in your lives by obeying it;
Never satisfy your selves till you keep the Word of God in your lives by obeying it;
av-x vvb po22 n2 c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg pn31;
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6420
till you keep it wholly, and till you keep it cordially, and till you keep it constantly:
till you keep it wholly, and till you keep it cordially, and till you keep it constantly:
c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 av-jn, cc c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 av-j, cc c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 av-j:
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6421
And then there is a blessing poured out upon you by the mouth of Christ himself, Blessed are they that hear the word of God and keep it, that is, that do not hear it only, but obey it.
And then there is a blessing poured out upon you by the Mouth of christ himself, Blessed Are they that hear the word of God and keep it, that is, that do not hear it only, but obey it.
cc av pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvi pn31, cst vbz, cst vdb xx vvi pn31 av-j, cc-acp vvb pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6422
And to the same effect speaks the Apostle James, Jam. 1.23.
And to the same Effect speaks the Apostle James, Jam. 1.23.
cc p-acp dt d n1 vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6423
If as you look into the Law the word of God, and understand it, so you continue in it,
If as you look into the Law the word of God, and understand it, so you continue in it,
cs p-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pn31, av pn22 vvb p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6424
and are doers of the work, not forgetful hearers of it, but doers of the work, you shall be blessed in the deed:
and Are doers of the work, not forgetful hearers of it, but doers of the work, you shall be blessed in the deed:
cc vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, xx j n2 pp-f pn31, cc-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6425
And that you may attain this blessedness that follows those that are obedient to the word, I shall give you some direction.
And that you may attain this blessedness that follows those that Are obedient to the word, I shall give you Some direction.
cc cst pn22 vmb vvi d n1 cst vvz d cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
824
Page 222
6426
1. You must seek to God to teach you, though you may learn to know it,
1. You must seek to God to teach you, though you may Learn to know it,
crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cs pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6427
as that a Castaway may do, yet you can never learn to keep it any other way;
as that a Castaway may do, yet you can never Learn to keep it any other Way;
c-acp cst dt n1 vmb vdi, av pn22 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 d j-jn n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6428
you shall never keep the word in the obedience of your lives, unless God and Christ teach you.
you shall never keep the word in the Obedience of your lives, unless God and christ teach you.
pn22 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cs np1 cc np1 vvb pn22.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6429
David was very sensible of this ▪ and therefore poured out his prayer to the Lord, Psal. 119.33. Teach me O Lord the way of thy statutes, and I will keep it to the end. David was very sensible of this ▪ and Therefore poured out his prayer to the Lord, Psalm 119.33. Teach me Oh Lord the Way of thy statutes, and I will keep it to the end.
np1 vbds av j pp-f d ▪ cc av vvd av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvb pno11 uh n1 dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6430
When thou thy self hast taught me once, and not before, I shall walk accordingly, I shall be obedient to it.
When thou thy self hast taught me once, and not before, I shall walk accordingly, I shall be obedient to it.
c-crq pns21 po21 n1 vh2 vvn pno11 a-acp, cc xx a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi av-vvg, pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6431
It is not in the power of any in the world to teach a man to frame his life in every thing according to the word, unless God himself do it.
It is not in the power of any in the world to teach a man to frame his life in every thing according to the word, unless God himself do it.
pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cs np1 px31 vdb pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6432
But if he undertake it once, if he be pleased to be our Teacher, all is well.
But if he undertake it once, if he be pleased to be our Teacher, all is well.
p-acp cs pns31 vvb pn31 a-acp, cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi po12 n1, d vbz av.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6433
And this is that which the Apostle Paul insinuates, Ephes. 4.20.
And this is that which the Apostle Paul insinuates, Ephesians 4.20.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6434
and in the following verse, ye have not so learned Christ, (saith he) viz. to say and to profess that you are Christians,
and in the following verse, you have not so learned christ, (Says he) viz. to say and to profess that you Are Christians,
cc p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pn22 vhb xx av j np1, (vvz pns31) n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vbr np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6435
and yet to live prophanely and licentiously, and lewdly still, If so be that you have heard him,
and yet to live profanely and licentiously, and lewdly still, If so be that you have herd him,
cc av pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j, cc av-j av, cs av vbb d pn22 vhb vvn pno31,
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6436
and been taught by him as the truth is in Jesus. and been taught by him as the truth is in jesus.
cc vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6437
Why what doth he intend? what is it to be taught by him? he tells us in the following verse, That you put off (touching the former conversation) the old man, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind,
Why what does he intend? what is it to be taught by him? he tells us in the following verse, That you put off (touching the former Conversation) the old man, and be renewed in the Spirit of your mind,
q-crq q-crq vdz pns31 vvi? q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31? pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cst pn22 vvd a-acp (vvg dt j n1) dt j n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6438
and put on the new man. and put on the new man.
cc vvd p-acp dt j n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6439
It is such a kind of teaching whereby we are transferred and brought to the obedience of it:
It is such a kind of teaching whereby we Are transferred and brought to the Obedience of it:
pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f vvg c-crq pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 222
6440
And therefore if you do indeed desire to have your lives conformed to the rule and Word of God, seek to Christ himself to teach you.
And Therefore if you do indeed desire to have your lives conformed to the Rule and Word of God, seek to christ himself to teach you.
cc av cs pn22 vdb av vvi pc-acp vhi po22 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp np1 px31 pc-acp vvi pn22.
(31) part (DIV2)
825
Page 223
6441
2. Be sure to set your selves to the obedience of it, out of hand; Procrastinations and delays will dash all.
2. Be sure to Set your selves to the Obedience of it, out of hand; Procrastinations and delays will dash all.
crd vbb j pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av pp-f n1; n2 cc n2 vmb vvi d.
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6442
It is observed of the Colossians, that they obeyed the Word from the day they heard of it, Col. 1.6.
It is observed of the colossians, that they obeyed the Word from the day they herd of it, Col. 1.6.
pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp2, cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd pp-f pn31, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6443
So you my Brethren, do you grow practical from this day.
So you my Brothers, do you grow practical from this day.
av pn22 po11 n2, vdb pn22 vvb j p-acp d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6444
It may be you are now convinced of many things, you think of this and that, in which your practice is not answerable to the rule;
It may be you Are now convinced of many things, you think of this and that, in which your practice is not answerable to the Rule;
pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr av vvn pp-f d n2, pn22 vvb pp-f d cc d, p-acp r-crq po22 n1 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6445
you have secret inward motions, and it may be resolutions to amend all, as David had, I have said that I would keep thy Word, saith he to God, Psal. 119.57. strike now while it is hot;
you have secret inward motions, and it may be resolutions to amend all, as David had, I have said that I would keep thy Word, Says he to God, Psalm 119.57. strike now while it is hight;
pn22 vhb j-jn j n2, cc pn31 vmb vbi n2 pc-acp vvi d, c-acp np1 vhd, pns11 vhb vvn cst pns11 vmd vvi po21 n1, vvz pns31 p-acp np1, np1 crd. vvb av cs pn31 vbz j;
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6446
do as the same holy Prophet did, I made haste and delayed not, saith he, to keep thy precepts, Psal. 119.60. Assoon as I resolved, I made haste and set about it.
do as the same holy Prophet did, I made haste and delayed not, Says he, to keep thy Precepts, Psalm 119.60. As soon as I resolved, I made haste and Set about it.
vdb p-acp dt d j n1 vdd, pns11 vvd n1 cc vvd xx, vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi po21 n2, np1 crd. av c-acp pns11 vvd, pns11 vvd n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6447
If you have holy resolutions wrought to practice any duty which you have hitherto neglected, up, and be doing presently;
If you have holy resolutions wrought to practice any duty which you have hitherto neglected, up, and be doing presently;
cs pn22 vhb j n2 vvn p-acp n1 d n1 r-crq pn22 vhb av vvn, a-acp, cc vbi vdg av-j;
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6448
do not permit such resolutions to grow cold, and die within you, least you never have them more.
do not permit such resolutions to grow cold, and die within you, lest you never have them more.
vdb xx vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc vvi p-acp pn22, cs pn22 av vhi pno32 dc.
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6449
I am perswaded there are many souls in hell, who have purposed in many things to bring their practice to the Word, to abandon such a sin,
I am persuaded there Are many Souls in hell, who have purposed in many things to bring their practice to the Word, to abandon such a since,
pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6450
and to set on such a duty;
and to Set on such a duty;
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6451
they were resolved upon the thing, but they could not do it yet, and so the Lord hath cut them off,
they were resolved upon the thing, but they could not do it yet, and so the Lord hath Cut them off,
pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vdi pn31 av, cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp,
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6452
and their delays have proved their ruine.
and their delays have proved their ruin.
cc po32 n2 vhb vvn po32 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
826
Page 223
6453
2. If you will keep the Word of God in your lives by obeying it, you must find out and mortifie the lusts that hinder you in this business,
2. If you will keep the Word of God in your lives by obeying it, you must find out and mortify the Lustiest that hinder you in this business,
crd cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp vvg pn31, pn22 vmb vvi av cc vvi dt n2 cst vvb pn22 p-acp d n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6454
or if you do not so, you may resolve on this and that, but surely it will come to nothing;
or if you do not so, you may resolve on this and that, but surely it will come to nothing;
cc cs pn22 vdb xx av, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d cc d, cc-acp av-j pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pix;
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6455
and therefore if you have within you any holy purposes of coming nearer to the Rule, of leaving such a sin,
and Therefore if you have within you any holy Purposes of coming nearer to the Rule, of leaving such a since,
cc av cs pn22 vhb p-acp pn22 d j n2 pp-f vvg av-jc p-acp dt n1, pp-f vvg d dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6456
or setting upon such a duty, think now what lust, or what corruption there is in you, that will be like to make this blessed resolution frustrated in you,
or setting upon such a duty, think now what lust, or what corruption there is in you, that will be like to make this blessed resolution frustrated in you,
cc vvg p-acp d dt n1, vvb av q-crq n1, cc r-crq n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pn22, cst vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp pn22,
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6457
and set the edge of your Petitions of your humiliation against this; for if you do not this, you do nothing.
and Set the edge of your Petitions of your humiliation against this; for if you do not this, you do nothing.
cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp d; c-acp cs pn22 vdb xx d, pn22 vdb pix.
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6458
Many men have been very well resolved to walk according to the Word in many things;
Many men have been very well resolved to walk according to the Word in many things;
av-d n2 vhb vbn av av vvn pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2;
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6459
but when they come to act their resolutions, there is some lust or other that prevails against them,
but when they come to act their resolutions, there is Some lust or other that prevails against them,
cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n-jn cst vvz p-acp pno32,
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6460
and this they do not mortifie, and so are able to do nothing.
and this they do not mortify, and so Are able to do nothing.
cc d pns32 vdb xx vvi, cc av vbr j pc-acp vdi pix.
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6461
Well then my Brethren, you have purposes perhaps to keep the Word of God in such and such particulars:
Well then my Brothers, you have Purposes perhaps to keep the Word of God in such and such particulars:
uh-av av po11 n2, pn22 vhb n2 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d cc d n2-j:
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6462
You are extreamly sensible that you have failed, but now it shall be so no more:
You Are extremely sensible that you have failed, but now it shall be so no more:
pn22 vbr av-jn j cst pn22 vhb vvn, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi av av-dx av-dc:
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6463
I but there is some lust, or other, a lust of pride, or covetousness, or uncleanness, which if it be not mortified will blast all;
I but there is Some lust, or other, a lust of pride, or covetousness, or uncleanness, which if it be not mortified will blast all;
pns11 cc-acp pc-acp vbz d n1, cc j-jn, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbb xx vvn vmb vvi d;
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6464
strike that, and kill that, and then you may with comfort hope that you shall approve your selves, such as are given up to Christ, in that you keep his Word.
strike that, and kill that, and then you may with Comfort hope that you shall approve your selves, such as Are given up to christ, in that you keep his Word.
vvb d, cc vvi d, cc cs pn22 vmb p-acp n1 vvb cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2, d c-acp vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp cst pn22 vvb po31 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
827
Page 223
6465
And thus we have at length dispatched the Character of those who are bestowed on Jesus Christ by the donation of the Father;
And thus we have At length dispatched the Character of those who Are bestowed on jesus christ by the donation of the Father;
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
828
Page 223
6466
they are such as keep his Word, that is, the Word of God the Father: So saith our Saviour here of his Apostles and Disciples, they have kept thy Word.
they Are such as keep his Word, that is, the Word of God the Father: So Says our Saviour Here of his Apostles and Disciples, they have kept thy Word.
pns32 vbr d c-acp vvi po31 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1: av vvz po12 n1 av pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
828
Page 223
6467
Now in the following verses he proceeds to shew how they were brought to keep the Word of God,
Now in the following Verses he proceeds to show how they were brought to keep the Word of God,
av p-acp dt vvg n2 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 223
6468
and by what means it came to pass, that they receive it, and believed it, and embraced it, and obeyed it.
and by what means it Come to pass, that they receive it, and believed it, and embraced it, and obeyed it.
cc p-acp r-crq vvz pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vvb pn31, cc vvd pn31, cc vvd pn31, cc vvd pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 223
6469
Why saith our Saviour, they did it upon this account, because they were perswaded and convinced, that it was the very word which I received of my Father to deliver.
Why Says our Saviour, they did it upon this account, Because they were persuaded and convinced, that it was the very word which I received of my Father to deliver.
q-crq vvz po12 n1, pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvd, cst pn31 vbds dt j n1 r-crq pns11 vvd pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vvi.
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 224
6470
They knew for certain that it was not any thing which I (as man) devised and invented of my self,
They knew for certain that it was not any thing which I (as man) devised and invented of my self,
pns32 vvd p-acp j cst pn31 vbds xx d n1 r-crq pns11 (c-acp n1) vvd cc vvn pp-f po11 n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 224
6471
but it was the very message which my Father put into my mouth, and therefore they gave heed to it.
but it was the very message which my Father put into my Mouth, and Therefore they gave heed to it.
cc-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1 r-crq po11 n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc av pns32 vvd n1 p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 224
6472
Now they have known that all things, whatsoever thou hast given me are of thee, Now they have known that all things, whatsoever thou hast given me Are of thee,
av pns32 vhb vvn cst d n2, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbr pp-f pno21,
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 224
6473
for I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me, and they have received them,
for I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me, and they have received them,
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, cc pns32 vhb vvn pno32,
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 224
6474
and have known surely that I came out from thee. Now this (if you observe it well) is both expressed and amplified.and have known surely that I Come out from thee. Now this (if you observe it well) is both expressed and amplified.
cc vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21. av d (cs pn22 vvb pn31 av) vbz d vvn cc vvn.
(31) part (DIV2)
829
Page 224
6475
First it is nakedly expressed, Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou hast given me are of thee.
First it is nakedly expressed, Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou hast given me Are of thee.
ord pn31 vbz av-j vvn, av pns32 vhb vvn cst d n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbr pp-f pno21.
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6476
Then it is amplyfied in the succeeding verse, For I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me,
Then it is amplified in the succeeding verse, For I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me,
av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11,
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6477
and they have received them, &c. And here our Saviour doth these two things:and they have received them, etc. And Here our Saviour does these two things:
cc pns32 vhb vvn pno32, av cc av po12 n1 vdz d crd n2:
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6478
First, he declares his own fidelity in the delivery of his message from his Father to his people, for I have given to them the words which thou gavest me, those very words and no others.
First, he declares his own Fidis in the delivery of his message from his Father to his people, for I have given to them the words which thou Gavest me, those very words and no Others.
ord, pns31 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, d j n2 cc dx n2-jn.
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6479
And then he shews the issue and event of this faithfulness of his in his Apostles and Disciples;
And then he shows the issue and event of this faithfulness of his in his Apostles and Disciples;
cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2;
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6480
and that especially in two respects:
and that especially in two respects:
cc cst av-j p-acp crd n2:
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6481
First with relation to the message which he brought, they have received them, saith he, that is, the words which I delivered to them in thy Name.
First with Relation to the message which he brought, they have received them, Says he, that is, the words which I Delivered to them in thy Name.
ord p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, pns32 vhb vvn pno32, vvz pns31, cst vbz, dt n2 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6482
Secondly, then with relation to himself the Messenger, they have known surely that I came from thee,
Secondly, then with Relation to himself the Messenger, they have known surely that I Come from thee,
ord, av p-acp n1 p-acp px31 dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd p-acp pno21,
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6483
and they have believed that thou didst send me. and they have believed that thou didst send me.
cc pns32 vhb vvn cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11.
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6484
Let us at this time make a little entrance on this discovery of our Saviour as it is nakedly expressed.
Let us At this time make a little Entrance on this discovery of our Saviour as it is nakedly expressed.
vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn.
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6485
Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou hast given me are of thee. Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou hast given me Are of thee.
av pns32 vhb vvn cst d n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbr pp-f pno21.
(31) part (DIV2)
830
Page 224
6486
These words as I have hinted formerly, my Brethren, are annexed to those immediately before, which we have even now dispatched, to shew the means and way by which our Saviours hearers came to keep the Word which he delivered to them from his Father.
These words as I have hinted formerly, my Brothers, Are annexed to those immediately before, which we have even now dispatched, to show the means and Way by which our Saviors hearers Come to keep the Word which he Delivered to them from his Father.
d n2 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j, po11 n2, vbr vvn p-acp d av-j a-acp, r-crq pns12 vhb av av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n1 p-acp r-crq po12 ng1 n2 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6487
Why, saith our Saviour, this was a great inducement to it, because they were perswaded that it was of thee, that it was thy word indeed, and not my own.
Why, Says our Saviour, this was a great inducement to it, Because they were persuaded that it was of thee, that it was thy word indeed, and not my own.
uh-crq, vvz po12 n1, d vbds dt j n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn cst pn31 vbds pp-f pno21, cst pn31 vbds po21 n1 av, cc xx po11 d.
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6488
If I had spoken to them in my own Name, or brought my own word to them, they would never have received it.If I had spoken to them in my own Name, or brought my own word to them, they would never have received it.
cs pns11 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po11 d n1, cc vvd po11 d n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6489
But this was that which made them keep thy word, because they knew that it was thine.
But this was that which made them keep thy word, Because they knew that it was thine.
p-acp d vbds d r-crq vvd pno32 vvi po21 n1, c-acp pns32 vvd cst pn31 vbds po21.
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6510
when ye received the Word which ye heard of us, saith he, ye received it not as the word of man, when you received the Word which you herd of us, Says he, you received it not as the word of man,
c-crq pn22 vvd dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvd pp-f pno12, vvz pns31, pn22 vvd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6490
Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou hast given me, (you must conceive it to deliver or declare to my Disciples) or as it is explained in the following verse, all the words which thou hast given me are of thee. Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou hast given me, (you must conceive it to deliver or declare to my Disciples) or as it is explained in the following verse, all the words which thou hast given me Are of thee.
av pns32 vhb vvn cst d n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, (pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po11 n2) cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, d dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbr pp-f pno21.
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6491
So that the point apparently suggested here is plainly thus:
So that the point apparently suggested Here is plainly thus:
av cst dt n1 av-j vvn av vbz av-j av:
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6492
DOCTRINE. They that will give the Word such entertainment as it ought to have, must know for certain that it is the word of God.DOCTRINE. They that will give the Word such entertainment as it ought to have, must know for certain that it is the word of God.
n1. pns32 d vmb vvi dt n1 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, vmb vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
831
Page 224
6493
Had not our Saviours hearers been convinced of this, had they conceived, and apprehended that it came from him meerly as he was a man, they would never have believed it,
Had not our Saviors hearers been convinced of this, had they conceived, and apprehended that it Come from him merely as he was a man, they would never have believed it,
vhd xx po12 ng1 n2 vbn vvn pp-f d, vhd pns32 vvn, cc vvd cst pn31 vvd p-acp pno31 av-j c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 224
6494
or embraced it, and obeyed it as they did.
or embraced it, and obeyed it as they did.
cc vvd pn31, cc vvd pn31 c-acp pns32 vdd.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6495
But this was that which made them keep it in the sense that hath been said:
But this was that which made them keep it in the sense that hath been said:
p-acp d vbds d r-crq vvd pno32 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vbn vvn:
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6496
because they knew that that which Christ delivered to them was the Word of God.
Because they knew that that which christ Delivered to them was the Word of God.
c-acp pns32 vvd cst d r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno32 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6497
And to this end it is that Christ is so exactly cautious to perswade his hearers still, that the message which he brings them is not of or from himself, but from his Father.
And to this end it is that christ is so exactly cautious to persuade his hearers still, that the message which he brings them is not of or from himself, but from his Father.
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz cst np1 vbz av av-j j pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av, cst dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 vbz xx pp-f cc p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6498
My doctrine is not mine saith he, but his that sent me, Joh. 7.16.My Doctrine is not mine Says he, but his that sent me, John 7.16.
po11 n1 vbz xx po11 vvz pns31, p-acp po31 cst vvd pno11, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6499
He that speaketh of himself, he seeks his own glory; but he that seeks his glory that hath sent him, the same is true, He that speaks of himself, he seeks his own glory; but he that seeks his glory that hath sent him, the same is true,
pns31 cst vvz pp-f px31, pns31 vvz po31 d n1; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 cst vhz vvn pno31, dt d vbz j,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6500
and no unrighteousness is in him. And in the following Chapter at the 28. verse, As my Father hath taught me, so I speak.
and no unrighteousness is in him. And in the following Chapter At the 28. verse, As my Father hath taught me, so I speak.
cc dx n1 vbz p-acp pno31. cc p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt crd n1, p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av pns11 vvb.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6501
Even as the Father said to me, so I speak, Joh. 12.50. The words that I speak unto you, I speak not of my self, Joh. 14.10.Even as the Father said to me, so I speak, John 12.50. The words that I speak unto you, I speak not of my self, John 14.10.
j c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11, av pns11 vvb, np1 crd. dt n2 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb xx pp-f po11 n1, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6502
And this he beats so much upon, to gain the better credit, and respect and entertainment to his Message.
And this he beats so much upon, to gain the better credit, and respect and entertainment to his Message.
cc d pns31 vvz av av-d p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6503
By which he intimates that he could look for no acceptance, or regard among them, if that which he delivered to them were not Gods Word.
By which he intimates that he could look for no acceptance, or regard among them, if that which he Delivered to them were not God's Word.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dx n1, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cs d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 vbdr xx npg1 n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6504
It is observable in Nicodemus, that this was that which made him come to Christ, to hear him,
It is observable in Nicodemus, that this was that which made him come to christ, to hear him,
pn31 vbz j p-acp np1, cst d vbds d r-crq vvd pno31 vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6505
and be taught by him, because he was perswaded that he was a Teacher come from God,
and be taught by him, Because he was persuaded that he was a Teacher come from God,
cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn cst pns31 vbds dt n1 vvb p-acp np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6506
as his own expression is, John 3.2. that he had somewhat to deliver to him from the Lord.
as his own expression is, John 3.2. that he had somewhat to deliver to him from the Lord.
c-acp po31 d n1 vbz, np1 crd. cst pns31 vhd av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6507
Had it not been for this perswasion he had never waited on him.
Had it not been for this persuasion he had never waited on him.
vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp d n1 pns31 vhd av-x vvn p-acp pno31.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6508
And this was that which wrought upon the Thessalonians, and brought them to a meet receiving of the Word,
And this was that which wrought upon the Thessalonians, and brought them to a meet receiving of the Word,
cc d vbds d r-crq vvd p-acp dt njp2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6509
because they looked upon it as the Word of God himself. So the Apostle testifies of them, 1 Thes. 2.13.
Because they looked upon it as the Word of God himself. So the Apostle Testifies of them, 1 Thebes 2.13.
c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31. np1 dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32, crd np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6511
but as it is in truth the Word of God. but as it is in truth the Word of God.
cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6512
If you had apprehended it to be the word of man, and not of God, you would not have regarded it,
If you had apprehended it to be the word of man, and not of God, you would not have regarded it,
cs pn22 vhd vvn pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx pp-f np1, pn22 vmd xx vhi vvn pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6513
and entertained it as you did.
and entertained it as you did.
cc vvd pn31 c-acp pn22 vdd.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6514
But this was that which drew your hearts to such an high account and estimation of it,
But this was that which drew your hearts to such an high account and estimation of it,
p-acp d vbds d r-crq vvd po22 n2 p-acp d dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6515
because you were perswaded that it was in truth the Word of God;
Because you were persuaded that it was in truth the Word of God;
c-acp pn22 vbdr vvn cst pn31 vbds p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1;
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6516
not in appearance only, and in the apprehensions and conceits of men, but really in deed and truth the Word of God.
not in appearance only, and in the apprehensions and conceits of men, but really in deed and truth the Word of God.
xx p-acp n1 av-j, cc p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
832
Page 225
6517
So that the point is plain, you see, They that will give, &c.
So that the point is plain, you see, They that will give, etc.
av cst dt n1 vbz j, pn22 vvb, pns32 cst vmb vvi, av
(31) part (DIV2)
833
Page 225
6518
And there is such reason for it, as amounts to demonstration, the clearest and most evident that can be, viz. because there is such entertainment due to it,
And there is such reason for it, as amounts to demonstration, the Clearest and most evident that can be, viz. Because there is such entertainment due to it,
cc pc-acp vbz d n1 c-acp pn31, c-acp n2 p-acp n1, dt js cc av-ds j cst vmb vbi, n1 c-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 j-jn p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6519
as nothing else can draw us to, but this perswasion that it is the Word of God.
as nothing Else can draw us to, but this persuasion that it is the Word of God.
c-acp pix av vmb vvi pno12 p-acp, cc-acp d n1 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6520
If we conceive it to be nothing but the word of man, this apprehension will never raise the heart to such an estimation of it, to such an acceptation of it as belongs to it:
If we conceive it to be nothing but the word of man, this apprehension will never raise the heart to such an estimation of it, to such an acceptation of it as belongs to it:
cs pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d n1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp vvz p-acp pn31:
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6521
This will never draw the heart, to give it greater credence, or greater reverence or obedience then appertaineth to the word of man.
This will never draw the heart, to give it greater credence, or greater Reverence or Obedience then appertaineth to the word of man.
d vmb av-x vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 jc n1, cc jc n1 cc n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6522
Now this is infinitely short of that which appertaineth to the Word of God.
Now this is infinitely short of that which appertaineth to the Word of God.
av d vbz av-j j pp-f d r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6523
And therefore that we may come up to that, that we may give the Word such entertainment as it ought to have, we must know for certain, that it is the Word of God,
And Therefore that we may come up to that, that we may give the Word such entertainment as it ought to have, we must know for certain, that it is the Word of God,
cc av cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp d, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6524
and this I shall exemplifie in many particulars.
and this I shall exemplify in many particulars.
cc d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2-j.
(31) part (DIV2)
834
Page 225
6525
1. Ye must know for certain that it is the Word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have in point of reverence.
1. You must know for certain that it is the Word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have in point of Reverence.
crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 225
6526
The Word of God must be received with holy fear:
The Word of God must be received with holy Fear:
dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 225
6527
This carriage of the heart is due to that which hath so great and so divine an Author as God is;
This carriage of the heart is due to that which hath so great and so divine an Author as God is;
d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j-jn p-acp cst r-crq vhz av j cc av j-jn dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz;
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 225
6528
we ought to tremble at the Word of God, Isa. 66.5. To hearken to it, not with an ordinary measure, but with a very high degree of fear;
we ought to tremble At the Word of God, Isaiah 66.5. To harken to it, not with an ordinary measure, but with a very high degree of Fear;
pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. p-acp vvb p-acp pn31, xx p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 225
6529
with such a fear as worketh trembling. So did the Prophet Habakkuk, as you may see, Hab. 3.16.
with such a Fear as works trembling. So did the Prophet Habakkuk, as you may see, Hab. 3.16.
p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz n-vvg. av vdd dt n1 np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6530
When I heard, my belly trembled, my lips quivered at the voyce, rottenness was in my bones, When I herd, my belly trembled, my lips quivered At the voice, rottenness was in my bones,
c-crq pns11 vvd, po11 n1 vvd, po11 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 vbds p-acp po11 n2,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6531
and I trembled in my self. And so the holy Prophet David, as he professeth of himself, Psal. 119.10.and I trembled in my self. And so the holy Prophet David, as he Professes of himself, Psalm 119.10.
cc pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1. cc av dt j n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f px31, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6532
My heart trembleth for fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy judgements, (that is) of thy word, as some understand it.My heart Trembleth for Fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy Judgments, (that is) of thy word, as Some understand it.
po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pno21, cc pns11 vbm j pp-f po21 n2, (cst vbz) pp-f po21 n1, c-acp d vvb pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6533
I fear and tremble at thy word, for that hath frequently the name of the Judgements of God,I Fear and tremble At thy word, for that hath frequently the name of the Judgments of God,
pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp po21 n1, p-acp cst vhz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6534
as you may see that place for instance, Psal. 19.8. Shall a Trumpet be blown in the City, and the people not be afraid? it is the Prophets question, Amos 3.6. By the City understand the Church of God;
as you may see that place for instance, Psalm 19.8. Shall a Trumpet be blown in the city, and the people not be afraid? it is the prophets question, Amos 3.6. By the city understand the Church of God;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. vmb dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 xx vbi j? pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1;
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6535
by the Trumpet, the word of God; and by the people, the hearers of this word:
by the Trumpet, the word of God; and by the people, the hearers of this word:
p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1; cc p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f d n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6536
So that it is as if the Prophet should have said, Shall the word of God be pronounced,
So that it is as if the Prophet should have said, Shall the word of God be pronounced,
av cst pn31 vbz c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vhi vvn, vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6537
and the hearers not fear? as who should say, that were a strange and an incongruous thing indeed;
and the hearers not Fear? as who should say, that were a strange and an incongruous thing indeed;
cc dt n2 xx vvb? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cst vbdr dt j cc dt j n1 av;
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6538
So that you see they that will give the word such entertainment as it ought to have, must hear it,
So that you see they that will give the word such entertainment as it ought to have, must hear it,
av cst pn22 vvb pns32 cst vmb vvi dt n1 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, vmb vvi pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6539
and receive it with extraordinary fear and reverence.
and receive it with extraordinary Fear and Reverence.
cc vvi pn31 p-acp j n1 cc n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6540
Now this they will never do, unless they know for certain, that it is the Word of God.
Now this they will never do, unless they know for certain, that it is the Word of God.
av d pns32 vmb av-x vdi, cs pns32 vvb p-acp j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6541
If they be doubtful whether it be so, or if they look upon it as the word of man, they will be apt to disregard it,
If they be doubtful whither it be so, or if they look upon it as the word of man, they will be apt to disregard it,
cs pns32 vbb j cs pn31 vbb av, cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6542
and to give it no respect at all.
and to give it no respect At all.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 dx n1 p-acp d.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6543
Nothing but this perswasion that it is the Word of the Almighty, and the glorious God himself, will raise the heart to such an high degree of fear and reverence as belongs to it.
Nothing but this persuasion that it is the Word of the Almighty, and the glorious God himself, will raise the heart to such an high degree of Fear and Reverence as belongs to it.
pix p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, cc dt j np1 px31, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp vvz p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6544
No other apprehension of it will prevail to this effect, but this alone will surely do it,
No other apprehension of it will prevail to this Effect, but this alone will surely do it,
dx j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc-acp d j n1 av-j vdi pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6545
as the Apostle Paul insinuates, 1 Cor. 14.24. If there come in an unbeleiver or unlearned person, he is convinced, he is judged, the secrets of his heart are manifested by the word, saith the Apostle there.
as the Apostle Paul insinuates, 1 Cor. 14.24. If there come in an unbeliever or unlearned person, he is convinced, he is judged, the secrets of his heart Are manifested by the word, Says the Apostle there.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc j n1, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn, dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1 a-acp.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6546
And what follows? So falling down upon his face, he will worship God and say, that God is in you of a truth:
And what follows? So falling down upon his face, he will worship God and say, that God is in you of a truth:
cc q-crq vvz? av vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi np1 cc vvi, cst np1 vbz p-acp pn22 pp-f dt n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6547
when he perceives that God is in you, that you speak from God, that that which you deliver is the word of God,
when he perceives that God is in you, that you speak from God, that that which you deliver is the word of God,
c-crq pns31 vvz cst np1 vbz p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb p-acp np1, cst d r-crq pn22 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6548
then he will fear and tremble and fall down and worship God.
then he will Fear and tremble and fallen down and worship God.
cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi cc vvi a-acp cc vvi np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
835
Page 226
6549
2. We must know for certain that it is word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have, in point of credit and belief.
2. We must know for certain that it is word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have, in point of credit and belief.
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6550
For you must know my Brethren, that we owe this special and peculiar honor to the word of God, beyond the word of any man, to give compleat and absolute assent and credit to it.
For you must know my Brothers, that we owe this special and peculiar honour to the word of God, beyond the word of any man, to give complete and absolute assent and credit to it.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi po11 n2, cst pns12 vvb d j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi j cc j n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6551
Though it be never so unlikely, never so much against appearance and above reason;
Though it be never so unlikely, never so much against appearance and above reason;
cs pn31 vbb av-x av j, av-x av av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6552
yet when the Lord hath spoken it, when we have his word for it, we ought to make no doubt or question of it.
yet when the Lord hath spoken it, when we have his word for it, we ought to make no doubt or question of it.
av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, c-crq pns12 vhb po31 n1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dx n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6553
Those truths which own him for the Author of them, do not admit of any doubtful disquisition,
Those truths which own him for the Author of them, do not admit of any doubtful disquisition,
d n2 r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vdb xx vvi pp-f d j n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6554
but rather call for absolute belief:
but rather call for absolute belief:
cc-acp av-c vvb p-acp j n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6555
The very thoughts and cogitations must be captivated to faith, when it appears that God hath spoken.
The very thoughts and cogitations must be captivated to faith, when it appears that God hath spoken.
dt j n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-crq pn31 vvz cst np1 vhz vvn.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6556
And therefore it is charged home on Israel, as a very great offence that they believed not his word, Psal. 106.24.
And Therefore it is charged home on Israel, as a very great offence that they believed not his word, Psalm 106.24.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-an p-acp np1, p-acp dt j j n1 cst pns32 vvd xx po31 n1, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6557
And on the other side it is observed to the praise of Nineveh, that they believed God, that is, the word of God, his Message sent them by the Prophet Jonah, Jonah 3.5.
And on the other side it is observed to the praise of Nineveh, that they believed God, that is, the word of God, his Message sent them by the Prophet Jonah, Jonah 3.5.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vvd np1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6558
And yet it was a most unlikely one.
And yet it was a most unlikely one.
cc av pn31 vbds dt av-ds j pi.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6559
VVhat probability that forty days should put a period to all the happiness and lustre of such a flourishing and famous City:
What probability that forty days should put a Period to all the happiness and lustre of such a flourishing and famous city:
q-crq n1 d crd n2 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt j-vvg cc j n1:
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 226
6560
However they believed it, because it was the word of God.
However they believed it, Because it was the word of God.
c-acp pns32 vvd pn31, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 227
6561
You see then what our duty is in this respect, to hear the word with absolute belief, this is the entertainment which we ought to give it.
You see then what our duty is in this respect, to hear the word with absolute belief, this is the entertainment which we ought to give it.
pn22 vvb av r-crq po12 n1 vbz p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
836
Page 227
6562
Now this it will not find amongst us, unless we be perswaded that it is the word of God;
Now this it will not find among us, unless we be persuaded that it is the word of God;
av d pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vbb vvn cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1;
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6563
the word of man can never challenge this from us, for men are lyars, as the Prophet David speaks, they are deceitful on the ballance.
the word of man can never challenge this from us, for men Are liars, as the Prophet David speaks, they Are deceitful on the balance.
dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi d p-acp pno12, c-acp n2 vbr n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6564
Though they give us good words, yet when we come to prove them, and to try them, many times they prove too light:
Though they give us good words, yet when we come to prove them, and to try them, many times they prove too Light:
cs pns32 vvb pno12 j n2, av c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32, d n2 pns32 vvb av j:
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6565
Those that we think are best to be believed among them, may deceive us;
Those that we think Are best to be believed among them, may deceive us;
d cst pns12 vvb vbr js pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, vmb vvi pno12;
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6566
so that there is no reason in the world why we should take what they deliver upon trust, because they deliver it.
so that there is no reason in the world why we should take what they deliver upon trust, Because they deliver it.
av cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vvi r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6567
And therefore we are bid to sift the doctrines and to try the spirits, because there be that say, The Lord hath said,
And Therefore we Are bid to sift the doctrines and to try the spirits, Because there be that say, The Lord hath said,
cc av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc pc-acp vvi dt n2, c-acp pc-acp vbi cst vvb, dt n1 vhz vvn,
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6568
when the Lord hath not spoken.
when the Lord hath not spoken.
c-crq dt n1 vhz xx vvn.
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6569
But when the word appears to be of God, this apprehension and perswasion is enough to silence all objections, that in appearance may be made against it.
But when the word appears to be of God, this apprehension and persuasion is enough to silence all objections, that in appearance may be made against it.
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi pp-f np1, d n1 cc n1 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi d n2, cst p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6570
This alone will raise the heart, to entertain it with that absolute belief wherewith it ought to be received:
This alone will raise the heart, to entertain it with that absolute belief wherewith it ought to be received:
np1 av-j vmb vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1 c-crq pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn:
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6571
while we remember that the God who is the Author of it, is the God of Truth,
while we Remember that the God who is the Author of it, is the God of Truth,
cs pns12 vvb cst dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1,
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6572
yea he is the Truth it self: His saying always is a faithful saying, 1 Tim. 1.15.
yea he is the Truth it self: His saying always is a faithful saying, 1 Tim. 1.15.
uh pns31 vbz dt n1 pn31 n1: po31 vvg av vbz dt j n-vvg, vvn np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6573
because it is the saying of the faithful God, and therefore worthy of all acceptation.
Because it is the saying of the faithful God, and Therefore worthy of all acceptation.
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j np1, cc av j pp-f d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
837
Page 227
6574
3. We must know for certain that it is the word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have, in point of humble resignation and submission to it.
3. We must know for certain that it is the word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have, in point of humble resignation and submission to it.
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6575
For this belongeth to the word of God, that we quarrel not against it, but that we justifie it and submit to it.
For this belongeth to the word of God, that we quarrel not against it, but that we justify it and submit to it.
p-acp d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp pn31, cc-acp cst pns12 vvb pn31 cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6870
1. To hear this Prophet, and diligently to observe and mark all that he speaks to us:
1. To hear this Prophet, and diligently to observe and mark all that he speaks to us:
crd p-acp vvi d n1, cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno12:
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6576
So it is said of Johns hearers, Luk. 7.29, 30. All the people that heard him, justified God;
So it is said of Johns hearers, Luk. 7.29, 30. All the people that herd him, justified God;
av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 n2, np1 crd, crd d dt n1 cst vvd pno31, vvd np1;
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6577
yea the very Publicans, the worst among them, as it is noted there in that place.
yea the very Publicans, the worst among them, as it is noted there in that place.
uh dt j n2, dt js p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6578
So holy David, I esteem all thy Commandements concerning all things to be right, Psal. 119.128. yea he will have him always to be justified when he speaketh, and clear even when he judgeth, Psal. 51.4. when it is hardest to acquit him, and to stoop to him.
So holy David, I esteem all thy commandments Concerning all things to be right, Psalm 119.128. yea he will have him always to be justified when he speaks, and clear even when he Judgeth, Psalm 51.4. when it is Hardest to acquit him, and to stoop to him.
av j np1, pns11 vvb d po21 n2 vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi j-jn, np1 crd. uh pns31 vmb vhi pno31 av pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvi av c-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd. c-crq pn31 vbz js pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6579
So that you see, my Brethren, we must justifie the Lord in his reproofs and threatnings,
So that you see, my Brothers, we must justify the Lord in his reproofs and threatenings,
av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2-vvg,
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6580
how sharp soever they may seem to be.
how sharp soever they may seem to be.
c-crq j av pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6581
As Rehoboam and the Princes did when they were sharply menaced be the Prophet, they replyed not, they fretted not against him,
As Rehoboam and the Princes did when they were sharply menaced be the Prophet, they replied not, they fretted not against him,
p-acp np1 cc dt n2 vdd q-crq pns32 vbdr av-j vvd vbi dt n1, pns32 vvd xx, pns32 vvd xx p-acp pno31,
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6582
but confessed the Lord is righteous, 2 Chron. 12.6.
but confessed the Lord is righteous, 2 Chronicles 12.6.
cc-acp vvd dt n1 vbz j, crd np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6583
And Hezekiah when Isaiah dealt so roundly with him in the Name of God, Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken, 2 King. 20.19.
And Hezekiah when Isaiah dealt so roundly with him in the Name of God, Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken, 2 King. 20.19.
np1 np1 c-crq np1 vvd av av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, crd n1. crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6584
Yea, God requireth this of all his people, that they say Amen to every Curse of his,
Yea, God requires this of all his people, that they say Amen to every Curse of his,
uh, np1 vvz d pp-f d po31 n1, cst pns32 vvb uh-n p-acp d n1 pp-f png31,
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6585
and that they set their seal to it, as you may see, Deut. 27.26.
and that they Set their seal to it, as you may see, Deuteronomy 27.26.
cc cst pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(31) part (DIV2)
838
Page 227
6586
This is the entertainment which we ought to give the word of God in this respect, meekly and humbly to submit to it,
This is the entertainment which we ought to give the word of God in this respect, meekly and humbly to submit to it,
d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31,
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6587
even when it seemeth to be most against us; and not so much as once to mutter or repine at it.
even when it seems to be most against us; and not so much as once to mutter or repine At it.
av c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi ds p-acp pno12; cc xx av av-d c-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6588
Now this we shall not do unless we look upon it as the word of God.
Now this we shall not do unless we look upon it as the word of God.
av d pns12 vmb xx vdi cs pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6589
Nothing but such an apprehension of it will bring the heart to such a temper, and put the spirit into such a frame as this is.
Nothing but such an apprehension of it will bring the heart to such a temper, and put the Spirit into such a frame as this is.
pix p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6590
That which comes to us under the notion of the word of man, will never be so yeilded to;
That which comes to us under the notion of the word of man, will never be so yielded to;
d r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av-x vbi av vvn p-acp;
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6591
No, the heart will boyl, and rage, and rise against it.
No, the heart will boil, and rage, and rise against it.
uh-dx, dt n1 vmb vvi, cc n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6592
But when it hath the stamp of God upon it, it stoops the spirit to submission.
But when it hath the stamp of God upon it, it stoops the Spirit to submission.
p-acp c-crq pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 227
6593
Such entertainment (you may see) it found in Eli upon this account, It is the Lord: when Samuel who was then a child, declared to him what the Lord resolved to bring upon him and his house, saith Eli, it becomes me to be humble and sumit to this,
Such entertainment (you may see) it found in Eli upon this account, It is the Lord: when Samuel who was then a child, declared to him what the Lord resolved to bring upon him and his house, Says Eli, it becomes me to be humble and Sumit to this,
d n1 (pn22 vmb vvi) pn31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dt n1: c-crq np1 r-crq vbds av dt n1, vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, vvz np1, pn31 vvz pno11 pc-acp vbi j cc vvi p-acp d,
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 228
6594
and not to murmur and repine against it; for it is the Lord, 1 Sam. 3.18. As Hezekiah, Isa. 38.15. What shall I say? for he hath said it to me.
and not to murmur and repine against it; for it is the Lord, 1 Sam. 3.18. As Hezekiah, Isaiah 38.15. What shall I say? for he hath said it to me.
cc xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, vvn np1 crd. p-acp np1, np1 crd. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno11.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 228
6595
And so in every truth that is delivered to us, in every precept that is laid upon us, in every reprehension that is given us, in every Commination that is thundred out against us,
And so in every truth that is Delivered to us, in every precept that is laid upon us, in every reprehension that is given us, in every Commination that is thundered out against us,
cc av p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn pno12, p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvd av p-acp pno12,
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 228
6596
if we consider with our selves, whoever be the messenger, it is the Lord that speaketh this, it is the word of God and not of man, this and only this will make us in all humility to stoop to it.
if we Consider with our selves, whoever be the Messenger, it is the Lord that speaks this, it is the word of God and not of man, this and only this will make us in all humility to stoop to it.
cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vbb dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz d, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cc xx pp-f n1, d cc av-j d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
839
Page 228
6597
4. We must know for certain that it is the word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have, in point of obedience.
4. We must know for certain that it is the word of God, that we may give it such entertainment as it ought to have, in point of Obedience.
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6598
Herein the word of God is singular, it must be absolutely and universally obeyed, and that not only with the outward but also with the inward man.
Herein the word of God is singular, it must be absolutely and universally obeyed, and that not only with the outward but also with the inward man.
av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, pn31 vmb vbi av-j cc av-j vvn, cc cst xx av-j p-acp dt j p-acp av p-acp dt j n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6599
It doth not only take command upon the members, but even the spirit and the conscience must be subject to it.
It does not only take command upon the members, but even the Spirit and the conscience must be Subject to it.
pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, cc-acp av dt n1 cc dt n1 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6600
And that without delay, without question, without exception, without reservation;
And that without Delay, without question, without exception, without reservation;
cc cst p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1;
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6601
assoon as that which is delivered to us, appears to be the word of God, there is no room for disputation, or expostulation, but obedience.
As soon as that which is Delivered to us, appears to be the word of God, there is no room for disputation, or expostulation, but Obedience.
av c-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc-acp n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6602
All that the Lord Commandeth we must do, Exod. 1•. 8. if he command it, we must do it.All that the Lord Commands we must do, Exod 1•. 8. if he command it, we must do it.
d d dt n1 vvz pns12 vmb vdi, np1 n1. crd. cs pns31 vvb pn31, pns12 vmb vdi pn31.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6603
This is the entertainment which we ought to give the word of God. The word of man can challenge no such honour and respect from us.
This is the entertainment which we ought to give the word of God. The word of man can challenge no such honour and respect from us.
d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dx d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6604
All the commands of men are limited, and are to be obeyed so far, and but so far as they agree with the commands of God,
All the commands of men Are limited, and Are to be obeyed so Far, and but so Far as they agree with the commands of God,
av-d dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn, cc vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av av-j, cc p-acp av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1,
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6605
or else at least as they are not repugnant to them.
or Else At least as they Are not repugnant to them.
cc av p-acp ds c-acp pns32 vbr xx j p-acp pno32.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6606
And consequently while we look on any word as that which comes from man, or as that which is of man, we cannot yeild it such obedience as is peculiar to the word of God.
And consequently while we look on any word as that which comes from man, or as that which is of man, we cannot yield it such Obedience as is peculiar to the word of God.
cc av-j cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 c-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc c-acp d r-crq vbz pp-f n1, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 d n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6607
But when we know once that it is of God, when we are certain that he is the Author of it, we shall no longer think our selves at liberty to obey or disobey.
But when we know once that it is of God, when we Are certain that he is the Author of it, we shall no longer think our selves At liberty to obey or disobey.
p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb a-acp cst pn31 vbz pp-f np1, c-crq pns12 vbr j cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6608
No, this perswasion will convince us, that it is absolutely necessary to resign our selves to the obedience of this word of his, who is such a Law-giver as is able either to save or to destroy,
No, this persuasion will convince us, that it is absolutely necessary to resign our selves to the Obedience of this word of his, who is such a Lawgiver as is able either to save or to destroy,
uh-dx, d n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst pn31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, r-crq vbz d dt n1 c-acp vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi,
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6609
and with whom every disobedience receiveth a just recompence of reward.
and with whom every disobedience receives a just recompense of reward.
cc p-acp ro-crq d n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1.
(31) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6610
JOHN 17.7. Now they have known that all things, &c. JOHN 17.7. Now they have known that all things, etc.
np1 crd. av pns32 vhb vvn cst d n2, av
(32) part (DIV2)
840
Page 228
6611
NOw is it so, that they that will give the word such entertainment, &c. We see the reason then (my Brethren),
NOw is it so, that they that will give the word such entertainment, etc. We see the reason then (my Brothers),
av vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 cst vmb vvi dt n1 d n1, av pns12 vvb dt n1 av (po11 n2),
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 228
6612
why the word is so unworthily and slightly entertained by the greater part of men;
why the word is so unworthily and slightly entertained by the greater part of men;
q-crq dt n1 vbz av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 228
6613
why it hath no greater reverence, no greater credit, no more submission, no more obedience then it meets withall, from those that are the ordinary hearers of it.
why it hath no greater Reverence, no greater credit, no more submission, no more Obedience then it meets withal, from those that Are the ordinary hearers of it.
c-crq pn31 vhz dx jc n1, av-dx jc n1, av-dx dc n1, av-dx dc n1 cs pn31 vvz av, p-acp d cst vbr dt j n2 pp-f pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 228
6614
Alas, how is it disrespected and despise everv where? how little credit doth it find with me? how do their hearts and spirits rise against it,
Alas, how is it disrespected and despise everv where? how little credit does it find with me? how do their hearts and spirits rise against it,
np1, q-crq vbz pn31 vvn cc vvb vvi q-crq? q-crq j n1 vdz pn31 vvi p-acp pno11? q-crq vdb po32 n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 228
6615
when it meeteth with corruptions, and crosses them in their ways and their humors? how far are they from yeilding absolute obedience to it, in every thing that it requires of them? And what's the cause of all this? Truly the main and principal is this, that they believe it not to be indeed and truth the word of God.
when it meeteth with corruptions, and Crosses them in their ways and their humours? how Far Are they from yielding absolute Obedience to it, in every thing that it requires of them? And what's the cause of all this? Truly the main and principal is this, that they believe it not to be indeed and truth the word of God.
c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc po32 n2? q-crq av-j vbr pns32 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vvz pp-f pno32? cc q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f d d? np1 dt j cc n-jn vbz d, cst pns32 vvb pn31 xx pc-acp vbi av cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6616
When it is read or preached to them, either they call the matter into question, and are in very great suspense whether it be the word of God or no;
When it is read or preached to them, either they call the matter into question, and Are in very great suspense whither it be the word of God or no;
c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, av-d pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vbr p-acp av j n1 cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc av-dx;
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6617
or else they peremptorily resolve as Israel did, It is not he, Jer. 5.12. It is not God that speaks to us, this is not the word of God,
or Else they peremptorily resolve as Israel did, It is not he, Jer. 5.12. It is not God that speaks to us, this is not the word of God,
cc av pns32 av-j vvb p-acp np1 vdd, pn31 vbz xx pns31, np1 crd. pn31 vbz xx np1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1,
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6618
and then no wonder though it be neglected and despised by them.
and then no wonder though it be neglected and despised by them.
cc av dx n1 cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6619
They hear a man, and so accordingly resolve that that which is delivered to them, is of man,
They hear a man, and so accordingly resolve that that which is Delivered to them, is of man,
pns32 vvb dt n1, cc av av-vvg vvi d d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32, vbz pp-f n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6620
and that it hath no higher Author then the man that speaks to them.
and that it hath no higher Author then the man that speaks to them.
cc cst pn31 vhz dx jc n1 cs dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6621
And some of them will now and then express themselves, Preachers may say their pleasure in a pulpit, and the like.
And Some of them will now and then express themselves, Preachers may say their pleasure in a pulpit, and the like.
cc d pp-f pno32 vmb av cc av vvi px32, n2 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6622
And hence it is, my Brethen, that their respect and entertainment of it, is answerable to their apprehension of it, such as belongeth to the word of man and no more.
And hence it is, my Brethren, that their respect and entertainment of it, is answerable to their apprehension of it, such as belongeth to the word of man and no more.
cc av pn31 vbz, po11 n2, cst po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, vbz j p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pn31, d c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc av-dx av-dc.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6623
They regard it and believe it and obey it just as farre as they themselves please.
They regard it and believe it and obey it just as Far as they themselves please.
pns32 vvb pn31 cc vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31 j c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 px32 vvb.
(32) part (DIV2)
842
Page 229
6624
But you will say perhaps, if you could hear the Lord himself speak to you, Oh how would you fear before him,
But you will say perhaps, if you could hear the Lord himself speak to you, O how would you Fear before him,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 px31 vvi p-acp pn22, uh q-crq vmd pn22 vvi p-acp pno31,
(32) part (DIV2)
843
Page 229
6625
how would you stoop to him, how would you yeild obedience to his voyce!
how would you stoop to him, how would you yield Obedience to his voice!
q-crq vmd pn22 vvi p-acp pno31, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1!
(32) part (DIV2)
843
Page 229
6626
But who is this that you hear? a man such as your selves are, whose weaknesses and failings and infirmities are known to you.
But who is this that you hear? a man such as your selves Are, whose Weaknesses and failings and infirmities Are known to you.
p-acp r-crq vbz d cst pn22 vvb? dt n1 d c-acp po22 n2 vbr, rg-crq n2 cc n2-vvg cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn22.
(32) part (DIV2)
843
Page 229
6627
Oh but remember that though you have this treasure in earthen vessels, yet it is a treasure still,
O but Remember that though you have this treasure in earthen vessels, yet it is a treasure still,
uh p-acp vvi cst cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp j n2, av pn31 vbz dt n1 av,
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6628
and it is of God still;
and it is of God still;
cc pn31 vbz pp-f np1 av;
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6629
That all the messengers of God in their regular prescripts ought to be instead of God,
That all the messengers of God in their regular prescripts ought to be instead of God,
cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 j n2 vmd pc-acp vbi av pp-f np1,
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6630
and instead of Christ to you;
and instead of christ to you;
cc av pp-f np1 p-acp pn22;
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6631
That it is not they that speak, but the Holy Ghost himself that speaketh by them, Mat. 10.20.
That it is not they that speak, but the Holy Ghost himself that speaks by them, Mathew 10.20.
d pn31 vbz xx pns32 d vvb, cc-acp dt j n1 px31 cst vvz p-acp pno32, np1 crd.
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6632
And therefore even as he that heareth them, heareth God; so on the other side, he that despiseth them, despiseth God himself, Luk. 10.16. They were but men that preached to the Thessalonians, the Apostle and his fellows;
And Therefore even as he that hears them, hears God; so on the other side, he that despises them, despises God himself, Luk. 10.16. They were but men that preached to the Thessalonians, the Apostle and his Fellows;
cc av av c-acp pns31 cst vvz pno32, vvz np1; av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 cst vvz pno32, vvz n1 px31, np1 crd. pns32 vbdr cc-acp n2 cst vvd p-acp dt njp2, dt n1 cc po31 n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6633
so that they might have made the same objection, and so have kept themselves from due and reverend entertainment of the word which they delivered:
so that they might have made the same objection, and so have kept themselves from due and reverend entertainment of the word which they Delivered:
av cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt d n1, cc av vhb vvn px32 p-acp j-jn cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd:
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6634
But they did otherwife, as the Apostle testifies of them to their commendation, 1 Thess. 2.13.
But they did otherwife, as the Apostle Testifies of them to their commendation, 1 Thess 2.13.
cc-acp pns32 vdd n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n1, crd np1 crd.
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6635
The word which ye heard of us (saith the Apostle there) ye received it not as the word of men, though ye received it of us who are but men,The word which you herd of us (Says the Apostle there) you received it not as the word of men, though you received it of us who Are but men,
dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvd pp-f pno12 (vvz dt n1 a-acp) pn22 vvd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pn22 vvd pn31 pp-f pno12 r-crq vbr cc-acp n2,
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6636
yet ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is indeed the word of God.
yet you received it not as the word of men, but as it is indeed the word of God.
av pn22 vvd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
844
Page 229
6637
Is it so, that they that will give the word of God such entertainment as it ought to have, must know, &c. You see then what you are to do,
Is it so, that they that will give the word of God such entertainment as it ought to have, must know, etc. You see then what you Are to do,
vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi, vmb vvi, av pn22 vvb av r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi,
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6638
if you desire to entertain the word aright, and to receive it in such a manner as you ought to do;
if you desire to entertain the word aright, and to receive it in such a manner as you ought to do;
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pn22 vmd pc-acp vdi;
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6639
you find perhaps much slightness and irreverence and stubbornness and disobedience in your hearts against it;
you find perhaps much slightness and irreverence and stubbornness and disobedience in your hearts against it;
pn22 vvb av d n1 cc n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pn31;
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6640
you cannot bring your hearts to such a temper, in the reading or the hearing of it,
you cannot bring your hearts to such a temper, in the reading or the hearing of it,
pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg cc dt n-vvg pp-f pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6641
as you unfeignedly desire to do;
as you unfeignedly desire to do;
c-acp pn22 av-j vvb pc-acp vdi;
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6642
your thoughts are wandring, or your hearts are unbelieving, or your lusts are struggling, or your corrupt and carnal reason is gainsaying,
your thoughts Are wandering, or your hearts Are unbelieving, or your Lustiest Are struggling, or your corrupt and carnal reason is gainsaying,
po22 n2 vbr vvg, cc po22 n2 vbr vvg, cc po22 n2 vbr vvg, cc po22 j cc j n1 vbz vvg,
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6643
while you are attending on it. Something or other there is still that hinders you from a right receiving of it.
while you Are attending on it. Something or other there is still that hinders you from a right receiving of it.
cs pn22 vbr vvg p-acp pn31. np1 cc n-jn pc-acp vbz av cst vvz pn22 p-acp dt n-jn vvg pp-f pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6644
And this is a continual grief and burthen to you. Now, my Beloved, I will shew you how you shall help all this at once:
And this is a continual grief and burden to you. Now, my beloved, I will show you how you shall help all this At once:
cc d vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22. av, po11 j-vvn, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi d d p-acp a-acp:
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 229
6645
You must come to be assured, to know for certain that that which is delivered in or from the Scripture, is the word of God;
You must come to be assured, to know for certain that that which is Delivered in or from the Scripture, is the word of God;
pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp j cst d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1;
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6646
If you have any secret unbelief of this, any doubt in this particular, do what you will in all respects besides,
If you have any secret unbelief of this, any doubt in this particular, do what you will in all respects beside,
cs pn22 vhb d j-jn n1 pp-f d, d n1 p-acp d j, vdb r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp d n2 a-acp,
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6647
and labour what you can, you will never bring your selves to give the word such entertainment as it ought to have.
and labour what you can, you will never bring your selves to give the word such entertainment as it ought to have.
cc vvb r-crq pn22 vmb, pn22 vmb av-x vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 d n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi.
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6648
This one defect will hurt you more then all the means that you can use besides will help you.
This one defect will hurt you more then all the means that you can use beside will help you.
d crd n1 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc cs d dt n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi a-acp vmb vvi pn22.
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6649
And truly Satan (knowing well of how great consequence it is) endeavours what he can,
And truly Satan (knowing well of how great consequence it is) endeavours what he can,
cc av-j np1 (vvg av pp-f c-crq j n1 pn31 vbz) vvz r-crq pns31 vmb,
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6650
if not to overthrow us utterly, at least to weaken us in this assurance.
if not to overthrow us utterly, At least to weaken us in this assurance.
cs xx pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j, p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6651
And if he can but weaken us in this, and make as faint in this assurance, that that which is delivered in or from the Scripture is the word of God, he knows he doth much work at once:
And if he can but weaken us in this, and make as faint in this assurance, that that which is Delivered in or from the Scripture is the word of God, he knows he does much work At once:
cc cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d, cc vvi c-acp j p-acp d n1, cst d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz pns31 vdz d vvi p-acp a-acp:
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6652
He weakens by proportion our Reverence, our Assent, Submission, and Obedience with it.
He weakens by proportion our reverence, our Assent, Submission, and obedience with it.
pns31 vvz p-acp n1 po12 n1, po12 n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
845
Page 230
6653
And verily, my Brethren, though it may not be perceived, yet this is that which lies at the bottom,
And verily, my Brothers, though it may not be perceived, yet this is that which lies At the bottom,
cc av-j, po11 n2, cs pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn, av d vbz d r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6654
and is the main original of all that slightness, and incredulity and obstinacy, and disobedience, which many of the pretious Saints of God discover in themselves, in relation to the word,
and is the main original of all that slightness, and incredulity and obstinacy, and disobedience, which many of the precious Saints of God discover in themselves, in Relation to the word,
cc vbz dt j n-jn pp-f d cst n1, cc n1 cc n1, cc n1, r-crq d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp px32, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6655
and know not how to remedy.
and know not how to remedy.
cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi.
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6656
They are not firmly and inviolably setled and confirmed in this perswasion that it is the word of God.
They Are not firmly and inviolably settled and confirmed in this persuasion that it is the word of God.
pns32 vbr xx av-j cc av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6657
Their faith is weak in this particular, and so accordingly they are weak in all those things which concern the due and right receiving of it.
Their faith is weak in this particular, and so accordingly they Are weak in all those things which concern the due and right receiving of it.
po32 n1 vbz j p-acp d j, cc av av-vvg pns32 vbr j p-acp d d n2 r-crq vvb dt j-jn cc n-jn vvg pp-f pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6658
For even as if a man believe it not to be the word of God at all, he will give it no fear, no faith, no submission, no obedience:
For even as if a man believe it not to be the word of God At all, he will give it no Fear, no faith, no submission, no Obedience:
p-acp av c-acp cs dt n1 vvb pn31 xx pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1:
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6659
So on the other side, if he believe it weakly, and with many hesitations, he will accordingly be weak in all these;
So on the other side, if he believe it weakly, and with many hesitations, he will accordingly be weak in all these;
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns31 vvb pn31 av-j, cc p-acp d n2, pns31 vmb av-vvg vbi j p-acp d d;
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6660
he will be on and of, and up and down, according to the ebbings and the flowings of his faith.
he will be on and of, and up and down, according to the ebbings and the flowings of his faith.
pns31 vmb vbi a-acp cc a-acp, cc a-acp cc a-acp, vvg p-acp dt n2-vvg cc dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
846
Page 230
6661
And therefore I beseech you, my Beloved, strive and labour what you can to strengthen and fortifie your selves in this perswasion, which is of such concernment to you.
And Therefore I beseech you, my beloved, strive and labour what you can to strengthen and fortify your selves in this persuasion, which is of such concernment to you.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb cc vvi r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz pp-f d n1 p-acp pn22.
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6662
And certainly the best among us have need of Confirmation here, for we are apt sometimes to waver and to have doubtful thoughts about it.
And Certainly the best among us have need of Confirmation Here, for we Are apt sometime to waver and to have doubtful thoughts about it.
cc av-j dt js p-acp pno12 vhb n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp pns12 vbr j av pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vhi j n2 p-acp pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6663
And they that are most free from these, have yet defects and imperfections in their faith of this as well as other parts of holy truth.
And they that Are most free from these, have yet defects and imperfections in their faith of this as well as other parts of holy truth.
cc pns32 cst vbr av-ds j p-acp d, vhb av n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f d c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f j n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6664
They have not yet attained to such a pitch, but they may be adding to it,
They have not yet attained to such a pitch, but they may be adding to it,
pns32 vhb xx av vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6665
and go on to further measures and degrees.
and go on to further measures and Degrees.
cc vvb a-acp p-acp jc n2 cc n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6666
And therefore let it be our labour and endeavour to encrease our faith in this particular,
And Therefore let it be our labour and endeavour to increase our faith in this particular,
cc av vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d j,
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6667
and to grow up to full assurance of this inviolable principle, that That which is delivered in the Scripture is verily the word of God.
and to grow up to full assurance of this inviolable principle, that That which is Delivered in the Scripture is verily the word of God.
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j n1 pp-f d j n1, cst d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
847
Page 230
6668
Now that you may know this for certain, I shall do two things: First, I shall lay down such considerations as make it credible:
Now that you may know this for certain, I shall do two things: First, I shall lay down such considerations as make it credible:
av cst pn22 vmb vvi d p-acp j, pns11 vmb vdi crd n2: ord, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n2 c-acp vvb pn31 j:
(32) part (DIV2)
848
Page 230
6669
And in the next place I shall shew you what you are to do that it may be certain to you.
And in the next place I shall show you what you Are to do that it may be certain to you.
cc p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi cst pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pn22.
(32) part (DIV2)
848
Page 230
6670
As for the first of these, my Brethren, there are many things that make it very credible, that whatsoever is delivered in or from the Srripture, is the word of God.
As for the First of these, my Brothers, there Are many things that make it very credible, that whatsoever is Delivered in or from the Scripture, is the word of God.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, po11 n2, pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vvb pn31 av j, cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
849
Page 230
6671
I shall name a few of them, as 1. The evident accomplishment of all the prophesies contained in it.
I shall name a few of them, as 1. The evident accomplishment of all the prophecies contained in it.
pns11 vmb vvi dt d pp-f pno32, c-acp crd dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
849
Page 230
6672
I mean of all, excepting those the time of whose fulfilling is not come in. It hath been Ruled long ago, that De futuris contingentibus non datur determinata veritas.
I mean of all, excepting those the time of whose fulfilling is not come in. It hath been Ruled long ago, that De futuris contingentibus non datur determinata veritas.
pns11 vvb pp-f d, vvg d dt n1 pp-f rg-crq vvg vbz xx vvn p-acp. pn31 vhz vbn vvn av-j av, cst fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la.
(32) part (DIV2)
850
Page 230
6673
Man cannot certainly determine of future things that are contingent: He cannot do it of himself, and by his own fore-sight.
Man cannot Certainly determine of future things that Are contingent: He cannot do it of himself, and by his own foresight.
n1 vmbx av-j vvi pp-f j-jn n2 cst vbr j: pns31 vmbx vdi pn31 pp-f px31, cc p-acp po31 d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
850
Page 231
6674
Now this the Prophets and Apostles did (as by the issue and event is manifest) and therefore it appears that in their prophesies they were directed by the All-knowing and Omniscient God.
Now this the prophets and Apostles did (as by the issue and event is manifest) and Therefore it appears that in their prophecies they were directed by the All-knowing and Omniscient God.
av d dt n2 cc n2 vdd (c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz j) cc av pn31 vvz cst p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j cc j np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
850
Page 231
6675
2. It is made credible by the harmonious testimony of the Church in every age who have assented to it,
2. It is made credible by the harmonious testimony of the Church in every age who have assented to it,
crd pn31 vbz vvn j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vhb vvd p-acp pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
851
Page 231
6676
and acknowledged and received it, as that which comprehendeth and containeth the divine and holy Oracles of God himself.
and acknowledged and received it, as that which comprehendeth and Containeth the divine and holy Oracles of God himself.
cc vvd cc vvd pn31, c-acp d r-crq vvz cc vvz dt j-jn cc j n2 pp-f np1 px31.
(32) part (DIV2)
851
Page 231
6677
And however divers Churches have been at very sharp dissentions about divers other things, yet herein they have still agreed,
And however diverse Churches have been At very sharp dissensions about diverse other things, yet herein they have still agreed,
cc c-acp j n2 vhb vbn p-acp av j n2 p-acp j j-jn n2, av av pns32 vhb av vvn,
(32) part (DIV2)
851
Page 231
6678
and none of them have once so much as questioned, whether the Scripture be the word of God or no.
and none of them have once so much as questioned, whither the Scripture be the word of God or no.
cc pix pp-f pno32 vhb a-acp av av-d c-acp vvn, cs dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc uh-dx.
(32) part (DIV2)
851
Page 231
6679
3. It is made credible by the almost incredible consent between the Scribes and Pen-men of it;
3. It is made credible by the almost incredible consent between the Scribes and Penmen of it;
crd pn31 vbz vvn j p-acp dt av j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31;
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6680
who writing in such divers places, tongues, and seasons, must needs unreconcileably have crossed and thwarted one another, had they been guided by their own spirits.
who writing in such diverse places, tongues, and seasons, must needs unreconcileably have crossed and thwarted one Another, had they been guided by their own spirits.
r-crq vvg p-acp d j n2, n2, cc n2, vmb av av-j vhb vvn cc vvn pi j-jn, vhd pns32 vbn vvn p-acp po32 d n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6681
We see how men that write upon the Scripture differ in their Expositions of it, and speak directly one against another.
We see how men that write upon the Scripture differ in their Expositions of it, and speak directly one against Another.
pns12 vvb c-crq n2 d vvb p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp po32 n2 pp-f pn31, cc vvi av-j pi p-acp n-jn.
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6682
How more would the Prophets and Apostles then have jarred, unless they had been all directed by the same Spirit? We know in reason, men would far more easily agree in Explicating Principles already made,
How more would the prophets and Apostles then have jarred, unless they had been all directed by the same Spirit? We know in reason, men would Far more Easily agree in Explicating Principles already made,
q-crq dc vmd dt n2 cc n2 av vhb vvn, cs pns32 vhd vbn av-d vvn p-acp dt d n1? pns12 vvb p-acp n1, n2 vmd av-j av-dc av-j vvi p-acp j-vvg n2 av vvd,
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6683
then in composing those Principles and Rules themselves, if every man had liberty to frame what Axioms he thought good himself,
then in composing those Principles and Rules themselves, if every man had liberty to frame what Axioms he Thought good himself,
av p-acp vvg d n2 cc n2 px32, cs d n1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 pns31 vvd j px31,
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6684
and to set them down for text.
and to Set them down for text.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6685
And therefore certainly the Pen-men of the Scripture were guided all by one, viz. the Holy Ghost himself who lead them into one Truth.
And Therefore Certainly the Penmen of the Scripture were guided all by one, viz. the Holy Ghost himself who led them into one Truth.
cc av av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn d p-acp crd, n1 dt j n1 px31 r-crq vvb pno32 p-acp crd n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
852
Page 231
6686
4. It is made credible by the effectual and mighty working of it on the hearts and souls of men, above all other writings whatsoever;
4. It is made credible by the effectual and mighty working of it on the hearts and Souls of men, above all other writings whatsoever;
crd pn31 vbz vvn j p-acp dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d j-jn n2 r-crq;
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6687
For however it be carried in a low and easie stile, yet it commands us,
For however it be carried in a low and easy style, yet it commands us,
c-acp c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, av pn31 vvz pno12,
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6688
and prevails upon us more then all the eloquence of men and Angels could possibly do, were it united all together.
and prevails upon us more then all the eloquence of men and Angels could possibly do, were it united all together.
cc vvz p-acp pno12 dc cs d dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vmd av-j vdi, vbdr pn31 vvn av-d av.
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6689
And herein I appeal to Gods people, let them consider with themselves what wonderful effects it hath wrought upon their hearts;
And herein I appeal to God's people, let them Consider with themselves what wondered effects it hath wrought upon their hearts;
cc av pns11 vvb p-acp ng1 n1, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp px32 q-crq j n2 pn31 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6690
how it hath pierced in and made a separation between their very joynts and marrow; how it hath even told them all that ever they have done;
how it hath pierced in and made a separation between their very Joints and marrow; how it hath even told them all that ever they have done;
c-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n1; c-crq pn31 vhz av vvn pno32 d cst av pns32 vhb vdn;
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6691
how it hath cast them down with unutterable sorrow; and then raised them up again with joy unspeakable and glorious.
how it hath cast them down with unutterable sorrow; and then raised them up again with joy unspeakable and glorious.
c-crq pn31 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1; cc av vvd pno32 a-acp av p-acp n1 j cc j.
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6692
How it hath altered them and changed them, and turned them clean about, and made them to renounce their pleasures and delights, their wills, their reasons, their desires,
How it hath altered them and changed them, and turned them clean about, and made them to renounce their pleasures and delights, their wills, their Reasons, their Desires,
c-crq pn31 vhz vvn pno32 cc vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32 av-j a-acp, cc vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2,
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6693
yea, to deny themselves, that they might walk by this Rule.
yea, to deny themselves, that they might walk by this Rule.
uh, pc-acp vvi px32, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
853
Page 231
6694
5. The blood of many Martyrs gives testimony to the Scripture, that it is the word of God;
5. The blood of many Martyrs gives testimony to the Scripture, that it is the word of God;
crd dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1;
(32) part (DIV2)
854
Page 231
6695
who but for this divine and saving Truth, and by his power and might whose Truth it is, would hardly have endured the rage and fury of the flames, the violence of the tormentors.
who but for this divine and Saving Truth, and by his power and might whose Truth it is, would hardly have endured the rage and fury of the flames, the violence of the tormentors.
r-crq p-acp p-acp d j-jn cc j-vvg n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz, vmd av vhi vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
854
Page 231
6696
We read indeed that divers Hereticks have suffered exquisite and horrid tortures for their gross opinions and conceits,
We read indeed that diverse Heretics have suffered exquisite and horrid tortures for their gross opinions and conceits,
pns12 vvb av d j n2 vhb vvn j cc j n2 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2,
(32) part (DIV2)
854
Page 231
6697
as we have many instances in Church story.
as we have many instances in Church story.
c-acp pns12 vhb d n2 p-acp n1 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
854
Page 231
6698
But it is to be considered that they did it for the Scripture, though falsely and corruptly apprehended and applyed.
But it is to be considered that they did it for the Scripture, though falsely and corruptly apprehended and applied.
p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp dt n1, cs av-j cc av-j vvn cc vvd.
(32) part (DIV2)
854
Page 231
6699
Where hath been the Jew, or Turk, who for his Talmud or his Alchoran (which are the Scriptures they receive and use) hath put himself into the hands of the Tormentors.
Where hath been the Jew, or Turk, who for his Talmud or his Alcoran (which Are the Scriptures they receive and use) hath put himself into the hands of the Tormentors.
q-crq vhz vbn dt np1, cc np1, r-crq p-acp po31 np1 cc po31 np1 (r-crq vbr dt n2 pns32 vvb cc vvi) vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
854
Page 232
6700
These and such things as these, do make it in it self extremely credible that that which is delivered in the Scripture is the word of God.
These and such things as these, do make it in it self extremely credible that that which is Delivered in the Scripture is the word of God.
d cc d n2 c-acp d, vdb vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 n1 av-jn j cst d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
855
Page 232
6701
But yet they may not so take hold upon us to convince us notwithstanding, they may not chase our scruples all away,
But yet they may not so take hold upon us to convince us notwithstanding, they may not chase our scruples all away,
p-acp av pns32 vmb xx av vvi n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp, pns32 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 d av,
(32) part (DIV2)
855
Page 232
6702
nor clear up all doubts, unless some further thing be done, to make it credited by us,
nor clear up all doubts, unless Some further thing be done, to make it credited by us,
ccx vvi a-acp d n2, cs d jc n1 vbb vdn, pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn p-acp pno12,
(32) part (DIV2)
855
Page 232
6703
and to make us know for certain, that it is the word of God. This is the proper and peculiar work of Gods Spirit.
and to make us know for certain, that it is the word of God. This is the proper and peculiar work of God's Spirit.
cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. d vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
855
Page 232
6704
The self same Spirit which delivered it to the Apostles and the Prophets who were the Scribes and Pen-men of the Scripture,
The self same Spirit which Delivered it to the Apostles and the prophets who were the Scribes and Penmen of the Scripture,
dt n1 d n1 r-crq vvd pn31 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 r-crq vbdr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
856
Page 232
6705
and made them know that it was the word of God which they delivered, must satisfie us and convince us also that it is the word of God which we receive.
and made them know that it was the word of God which they Delivered, must satisfy us and convince us also that it is the word of God which we receive.
cc vvd pno32 vvi cst pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns32 vvd, vmb vvi pno12 cc vvi pno12 av cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns12 vvb.
(32) part (DIV2)
856
Page 232
6706
No other means will do without this, but this and this alone will do it. This is an absolute and satisfying testimony of it self which carries all before it,
No other means will do without this, but this and this alone will do it. This is an absolute and satisfying testimony of it self which carries all before it,
dx j-jn n2 vmb vdi p-acp d, cc-acp d cc d av-j vmb vdi pn31. d vbz dt j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31 n1 q-crq vvz d p-acp pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
856
Page 232
6707
and puts the matter out of question where it comes. Other things may make it credible;
and puts the matter out of question where it comes. Other things may make it credible;
cc vvz dt n1 av pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vvz. av-jn n2 vmb vvi pn31 j;
(32) part (DIV2)
856
Page 232
6708
but this and this alone will make it clearly and demonstratively sure to us, that it is in deed and truth the word of God.
but this and this alone will make it clearly and demonstratively sure to us, that it is in deed and truth the word of God.
cc-acp d cc d av-j vmb vvi pn31 av-j cc av-j j p-acp pno12, cst pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
856
Page 232
6709
Now if you ask me how the Holy Spirit doth this great work, which nothing else besides can do.
Now if you ask me how the Holy Spirit does this great work, which nothing Else beside can do.
av cs pn22 vvb pno11 c-crq dt j n1 vdz d j n1, r-crq pix av a-acp vmb vdb.
(32) part (DIV2)
857
Page 232
6710
I answer that it doth it principally two ways. First by removing those impediments which hinder this assurance;
I answer that it does it principally two ways. First by removing those impediments which hinder this assurance;
pns11 vvb cst pn31 vdz pn31 av-j crd n2. ord p-acp vvg d n2 r-crq vvb d n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
857
Page 232
6711
And secondly by giving us those gifts and graces, which make us able to receive it.
And secondly by giving us those Gifts and graces, which make us able to receive it.
cc ord p-acp vvg pno12 d n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb pno12 j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
857
Page 232
6712
First by removing those impediments that hinder this assurance. There is a double hinderance or impediment in every man by nature.
First by removing those impediments that hinder this assurance. There is a double hindrance or impediment in every man by nature.
ord p-acp vvg d n2 cst vvb d n1. pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
858
Page 232
6713
First ignorance whereby our eyes are closed as it were.
First ignorance whereby our eyes Are closed as it were.
ord n1 c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr.
(32) part (DIV2)
858
Page 232
6714
The word hath light enough, my Brethren, in and of it self to shew it self to us, to manifest it self to us, as it is indeed;
The word hath Light enough, my Brothers, in and of it self to show it self to us, to manifest it self to us, as it is indeed;
dt n1 vhz n1 av-d, po11 n2, p-acp cc pp-f pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pn31 vbz av;
(32) part (DIV2)
858
Page 232
6715
but we are blind and cannot see it.
but we Are blind and cannot see it.
cc-acp pns12 vbr j cc vmbx vvi pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
858
Page 232
6716
The second hinderance is corruption, by means of which, although we see it, we cannot of our selves but hate it,
The second hindrance is corruption, by means of which, although we see it, we cannot of our selves but hate it,
dt ord n1 vbz n1, p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq, cs pns12 vvb pn31, pns12 vmbx pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1 pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
858
Page 232
6717
and dislike it, and reject it. These two the Holy Spirit cureth and removeth by a double remedy.
and dislike it, and reject it. These two the Holy Spirit cureth and Removeth by a double remedy.
cc vvb pn31, cc vvi pn31. d crd dt j n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
858
Page 232
6718
The first illumination, restoring our decayed understandings to some degrees and measures of their first light, opening our eyes that we may see the wonders of the word,
The First illumination, restoring our decayed understandings to Some Degrees and measures of their First Light, opening our eyes that we may see the wonders of the word,
dt ord n1, vvg po12 j-vvn n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 ord n1, vvg po12 n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
859
Page 232
6719
and so be satisfied that it is the word of God.
and so be satisfied that it is the word of God.
cc av vbi vvn cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
859
Page 232
6720
The next, Sanctification, infusing into our desires and our affections some degrees and measures of their first holiness.
The next, Sanctification, infusing into our Desires and our affections Some Degrees and measures of their First holiness.
dt ord, n1, vvg p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2 d n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 ord n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
859
Page 232
6721
And by this work of Gods Spirit, opening the eyes of our blind minds, that we may understand the Scriptures,
And by this work of God's Spirit, opening the eyes of our blind minds, that we may understand the Scriptures,
cc p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2,
(32) part (DIV2)
859
Page 232
6722
and see those admirable rays and beams of divine and heavenly light that shine in them:
and see those admirable rays and beams of divine and heavenly Light that shine in them:
cc vvi d j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn cc j n1 cst vvb p-acp pno32:
(32) part (DIV2)
859
Page 232
6723
And also rectifying our corrupt affections that we may love them and embrace them, we come to be assured that the Scripture is indeed and truth the word of God.
And also rectifying our corrupt affections that we may love them and embrace them, we come to be assured that the Scripture is indeed and truth the word of God.
cc av vvg po12 j n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32, pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn cst dt n1 vbz av cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
859
Page 232
6724
So that you see the Spirit works not this assurance in us by adding any thing to Gods word, by curing any failing or defect in it,
So that you see the Spirit works not this assurance in us by adding any thing to God's word, by curing any failing or defect in it,
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz xx d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp vvg d vvg cc n1 p-acp pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 232
6725
but only by bringing it into the light, and representing it unto us as indeed it is.
but only by bringing it into the Light, and representing it unto us as indeed it is.
cc-acp av-j p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp av pn31 vbz.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 232
6726
The Spirit doth not make it credible, for it is so in it self abundantly beyond all possibility,
The Spirit does not make it credible, for it is so in it self abundantly beyond all possibility,
dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31 j, c-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp pn31 n1 av-j p-acp d n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 232
6727
even of the best addition, but it makes it so to us, by curing and removing the impediments,
even of the best addition, but it makes it so to us, by curing and removing the impediments,
av pp-f dt js n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz pn31 av p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n2,
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6728
and supplying the defects which are in us, by means of which we cannot apprehend it as it is.
and supplying the defects which Are in us, by means of which we cannot apprehend it as it is.
cc vvg dt n2 r-crq vbr p-acp pno12, p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 c-acp pn31 vbz.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6729
And I mention this the rather, because some have been apt to say of late, the Word without the Spirit is no more to them then any other Book,
And I mention this the rather, Because Some have been apt to say of late, the Word without the Spirit is no more to them then any other Book,
cc pns11 vvb d dt av-c, c-acp d vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi pp-f av-j, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dx dc p-acp pno32 av d j-jn n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6730
or any other piece of writing.
or any other piece of writing.
cc d j-jn n1 pp-f n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6731
Now if their meaning be to blame themselves in this, and to import that their corruption and their ignorance is such, that unless the Spirit help them they cannot come to understand it,
Now if their meaning be to blame themselves in this, and to import that their corruption and their ignorance is such, that unless the Spirit help them they cannot come to understand it,
av cs po32 n1 vbb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d, cc pc-acp vvi cst po32 n1 cc po32 n1 vbz d, cst cs dt n1 vvb pno32 pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6732
or look upon it as better then another Book, it may receive a pretty fair construction.
or look upon it as better then Another Book, it may receive a pretty fair construction.
cc vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp jc cs j-jn n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt j j n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6733
But if their intention be to undervalue and abase the Scripture, as if the proper and innate and real worth thereof depended wholly on the Spirits revelation, it is a horrid derogation from the pretious Word of God.
But if their intention be to undervalue and abase the Scripture, as if the proper and innate and real worth thereof depended wholly on the Spirits Revelation, it is a horrid derogation from the precious Word of God.
p-acp cs po32 n1 vbb pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, c-acp cs dt j cc j cc j n1 av vvd av-jn p-acp dt ng1 n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6734
It's true indeed, without the Spirit it may be no more to us then any other book;
It's true indeed, without the Spirit it may be no more to us then any other book;
pn31|vbz j av, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi dx dc p-acp pno12 av d j-jn n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6735
such is the darkness and prophaness of our hearts;
such is the darkness and profaneness of our hearts;
d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6736
but yet it is more in it self, whether the Spirit shew it us or no.
but yet it is more in it self, whither the Spirit show it us or not.
cc-acp av pn31 vbz av-dc p-acp pn31 n1, cs dt n1 vvb pn31 pno12 cc xx.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6930
and so botch up as well as we are able, that which he hath left unperfect.
and so botch up as well as we Are able, that which he hath left unperfect.
cc av vvb a-acp c-acp av c-acp pns12 vbr j, cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn j.
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6737
The Spirit in this work of his doth not make it in it self to be the Word of God, but only to appear so.
The Spirit in this work of his does not make it in it self to be the Word of God, but only to appear so.
dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi av.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6738
It makes no alteration in the Word, but in our selves.
It makes no alteration in the Word, but in our selves.
pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp po12 n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6739
When first it tells us and assures us that it is the Word of God, it was clearly so before,
When First it tells us and assures us that it is the Word of God, it was clearly so before,
c-crq ord pn31 vvz pno12 cc vvz pno12 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbds av-j av a-acp,
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6740
or else it certifies us of a falsehood and untruth, only it was not apprehended and believed to be so This is indeed the Spirits work, to make us know for certain that it is the Word of God, it is not to be done without it.
or Else it certifies us of a falsehood and untruth, only it was not apprehended and believed to be so This is indeed the Spirits work, to make us know for certain that it is the Word of God, it is not to be done without it.
cc av pn31 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, av-j pn31 vbds xx vvn cc vvd pc-acp vbi av d vbz av dt n2 vvb, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
860
Page 233
6741
And therefore that we may attain to this perswasion, we must do these two things.
And Therefore that we may attain to this persuasion, we must do these two things.
cc av cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vdi d crd n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
861
Page 233
6742
1. We must cry to God to send down his Holy Spirit, to give in this assurance to us:
1. We must cry to God to send down his Holy Spirit, to give in this assurance to us:
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12:
(32) part (DIV2)
862
Page 233
6743
To set his seal and testimony to it, that it is the Word of God;
To Set his seal and testimony to it, that it is the Word of God;
p-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1;
(32) part (DIV2)
862
Page 233
6744
and so to put the matter out of all question, to satisfie us without any further scruple, that all that is delivered in it, is of God.
and so to put the matter out of all question, to satisfy us without any further scruple, that all that is Delivered in it, is of God.
cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d jc n1, cst d cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31, vbz pp-f np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
862
Page 233
6745
2. We must take in and cherish all the light, that from the Spirit shines upon the soul.
2. We must take in and cherish all the Light, that from the Spirit shines upon the soul.
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp cc vvi d dt n1, cst p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6746
Sometimes a beam breaks in upon us on a sudden, it makes us see and know for certain that it is the Word of God,
Sometime a beam breaks in upon us on a sudden, it makes us see and know for certain that it is the Word of God,
av dt n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j, pn31 vvz pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp j cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1,
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6747
so that all doubt is banished quite in that particular.
so that all doubt is banished quite in that particular.
av cst d n1 vbz vvn av p-acp cst j.
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6748
But we neglect it, and permit our thoughts to be misled to other things, before we fix and settle upon this perswasion;
But we neglect it, and permit our thoughts to be misled to other things, before we fix and settle upon this persuasion;
cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31, cc vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2, c-acp pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6749
and so our assurance fails, and our doubts return again.
and so our assurance fails, and our doubts return again.
cc av po12 n1 vvz, cc po12 n2 vvi av.
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6750
The Spirit offers clear illumination and conviction, and we take no notice of it, and therefore it is just it should be withdrawn again.
The Spirit offers clear illumination and conviction, and we take no notice of it, and Therefore it is just it should be withdrawn again.
dt n1 vvz j n1 cc n1, cc pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f pn31, cc av pn31 vbz j pn31 vmd vbi vvn av.
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6751
And thus far of our Saviours declaration of his Apostles and Disciples due and ready entertainment of the Word which he delivered, together with the ground of it,
And thus Far of our Saviors declaration of his Apostles and Disciples due and ready entertainment of the Word which he Delivered, together with the ground of it,
cc av av-j pp-f po12 ng1 n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 j-jn cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31,
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6752
as it is barely mentioned only.
as it is barely mentioned only.
c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn av-j.
(32) part (DIV2)
863
Page 233
6753
Proceed we now to look upon it as it is amplified in the following verse, For I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me,
Proceed we now to look upon it as it is amplified in the following verse, For I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me,
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11,
(32) part (DIV2)
864
Page 233
6754
and they have received them, and have known surely that I came out from thee, and they have believed that thou didst send me. and they have received them, and have known surely that I Come out from thee, and they have believed that thou didst send me.
cc pns32 vhb vvn pno32, cc vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21, cc pns32 vhb vvn cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11.
(32) part (DIV2)
864
Page 233
6755
And here as I have shewed you formerly, our Saviour doth these two things:
And Here as I have showed you formerly, our Saviour does these two things:
cc av c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j, po12 n1 vdz d crd n2:
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 233
6756
First he declares his own fidelity, in the delivery of his message from his Father to his people;
First he declares his own Fidis, in the delivery of his message from his Father to his people;
ord pns31 vvz po31 d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 233
6757
I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me. I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me.
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11.
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 233
6758
And secondly, he shews the issue and event of this fidelity of his, in his Apostles and Disciples,
And secondly, he shows the issue and event of this Fidis of his, in his Apostles and Disciples,
cc ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2,
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 233
6759
and that especially in two respects:
and that especially in two respects:
cc cst av-j p-acp crd n2:
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 234
6760
Both with Relation to the message which he brought, and also with relation to himself the Messenger.
Both with Relation to the message which he brought, and also with Relation to himself the Messenger.
d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp px31 dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 234
6761
First, With Relation to the Message which he brought, They have received them, saith he, that is, the words which I delivered to them in thy name.
First, With Relation to the Message which he brought, They have received them, Says he, that is, the words which I Delivered to them in thy name.
ord, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, pns32 vhb vvn pno32, vvz pns31, cst vbz, dt n2 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 234
6762
Secondly, Then with relation to himself the Messenger, They have known surely that I came from thee,
Secondly, Then with Relation to himself the Messenger, They have known surely that I Come from thee,
ord, av p-acp n1 p-acp px31 dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd p-acp pno21,
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 234
6763
and have believed that thou didst send me. and have believed that thou didst send me.
cc vhb vvn cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11.
(32) part (DIV2)
865
Page 234
6764
At this time the first thing which our Saviour doth, he pleads his own fidelity in the delivery of his Message from his Father to his people, I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me.
At this time the First thing which our Saviour does, he pleads his own Fidis in the delivery of his Message from his Father to his people, I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me.
p-acp d n1 dt ord n1 r-crq po12 n1 vdz, pns31 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11.
(32) part (DIV2)
866
Page 234
6765
The words which thou hast given me as the principal Author, I as the Messenger and the Embassador from thee have given them.
The words which thou hast given me as the principal Author, I as the Messenger and the Ambassador from thee have given them.
dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns11 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno21 vhb vvn pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
867
Page 234
6766
Those very words and no other: No less, no nor more. For both of those are clearly intimated here;
Those very words and no other: No less, no nor more. For both of those Are clearly intimated Here;
d j n2 cc dx n-jn: av-dx av-dc, uh-x ccx n1. p-acp d pp-f d vbr av-j vvn av;
(32) part (DIV2)
867
Page 234
6767
I have given them the words which thou hast given me. No other words, but those only.I have given them the words which thou hast given me. No other words, but those only.
pns11 vhb vvn pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. dx j-jn n2, cc-acp d av-j.
(32) part (DIV2)
867
Page 234
6768
I have not given them a word more. Nothing of my own devising, nothing of my own inventing;
I have not given them a word more. Nothing of my own devising, nothing of my own inventing;
pns11 vhb xx vvn pno32 dt n1 av-dc. pix pp-f po11 d vvg, pix pp-f po11 d vvg;
(32) part (DIV2)
868
Page 234
6769
that which I have received from thee, and only that, I have declared to them, I have not added one word.
that which I have received from thee, and only that, I have declared to them, I have not added one word.
cst r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21, cc av-j d, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, pns11 vhb xx vvn crd n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
868
Page 234
6770
And as I have not added, so neither on the other side have I diminished one word.
And as I have not added, so neither on the other side have I diminished one word.
cc c-acp pns11 vhb xx vvn, av av-d p-acp dt j-jn n1 vhb pns11 vvn pi n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
869
Page 234
6771
I have given them the words which thou hast given me, every one of those words, I have not kept a word back,I have given them the words which thou hast given me, every one of those words, I have not kept a word back,
pns11 vhb vvn pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, d crd pp-f d n2, pns11 vhb xx vvn dt n1 av,
(32) part (DIV2)
869
Page 234
6772
but have delivered all to them;
but have Delivered all to them;
cc-acp vhb vvn d p-acp pno32;
(32) part (DIV2)
869
Page 234
6773
That which thou hast given me, they have had without abatement, or diminution in the least degree.That which thou hast given me, they have had without abatement, or diminution in the least degree.
cst r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, pns32 vhb vhn p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp dt ds n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
869
Page 234
6774
So that you see, my Brethren, DOCTRINE. Christ hath approved himself a faithful Prophet to his Church, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people.
So that you see, my Brothers, DOCTRINE. christ hath approved himself a faithful Prophet to his Church, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people.
av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, n1. np1 vhz vvn px31 dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
870
Page 234
6775
He hath no failed either way by adding to, or taking from; by Addition, or Substraction:
He hath no failed either Way by adding to, or taking from; by Addition, or Substraction:
pns31 vhz dx vvd d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp, cc vvg p-acp; p-acp n1, cc n1:
(32) part (DIV2)
871
Page 234
6776
But hath been very just in his Embassage to a word.
But hath been very just in his Embassy to a word.
cc-acp vhz vbn av j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
871
Page 234
6777
The words which by his Father were delivered to him, he hath delivered to his people, only those, and all those.
The words which by his Father were Delivered to him, he hath Delivered to his people, only those, and all those.
dt n2 r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, av-j d, cc d d.
(32) part (DIV2)
871
Page 234
6778
And this he pleads and urges in my Text, you see, to shew his faithfulness,
And this he pleads and urges in my Text, you see, to show his faithfulness,
cc d pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp po11 n1, pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
871
Page 234
6779
and to make it appear how well he had discharged the trust that was reposed in him by his Father.
and to make it appear how well he had discharged the trust that was reposed in him by his Father.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi c-crq av pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
871
Page 234
6780
I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me. I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me.
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11.
(32) part (DIV2)
871
Page 234
6781
That I may fully and distinctly clear the point, I shall evince that Christ hath shewed himself a faithful Prophet, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people:
That I may Fully and distinctly clear the point, I shall evince that christ hath showed himself a faithful Prophet, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people:
cst pns11 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi cst np1 vhz vvn px31 dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(32) part (DIV2)
872
Page 234
6782
First in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message; And secondly in this respect, that he hath taken nothing from it.
First in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message; And secondly in this respect, that he hath taken nothing from it.
ord p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1; cc ord p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
872
Page 234
6783
Both which are evidently intimated in the Text.
Both which Are evidently intimated in the Text.
av-d r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt np1
(32) part (DIV2)
872
Page 234
6784
Christ hath shewed himself a faithful Prophet, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people, in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message.
christ hath showed himself a faithful Prophet, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people, in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message.
np1 vhz vvn px31 dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 234
6785
So he affirmeth of himself you see, who is the truth it self, and cannot lye;
So he Affirmeth of himself you see, who is the truth it self, and cannot lie;
av pns31 vvz pp-f px31 pn22 vvb, r-crq vbz dt n1 pn31 n1, cc vmbx vvi;
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 234
6786
I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me. He speaks it here exclusively, no other words but those only;I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me. He speaks it Here exclusively, no other words but those only;
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11. pns31 vvz pn31 av av-j, dx j-jn n2 p-acp d av-j;
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 234
6787
We find our Saviour sometimes stiled him whom God hath sent, the Angel and the Messenger of God, as you may see that place for instance, Mal. 3.1. Yea the Apostle, Heb. 3.1. Consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession Jesus Christ.
We find our Saviour sometime styled him whom God hath sent, the Angel and the Messenger of God, as you may see that place for instance, Malachi 3.1. Yea the Apostle, Hebrew 3.1. Consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession jesus christ.
pns12 vvb po12 n1 av vvd pno31 ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. uh dt n1, np1 crd. vvb dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6788
And herein he hath done his part, that he hath been exact in the discharge of his Apostleship,
And herein he hath done his part, that he hath been exact in the discharge of his Apostleship,
cc av pns31 vhz vdn po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6789
and the delivery of his Errand to the Church.
and the delivery of his Errand to the Church.
cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6790
He hath not put in any thing, no not a word, that may be called his own, in opposition to his Father.
He hath not put in any thing, no not a word, that may be called his own, in opposition to his Father.
pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp d n1, uh-dx xx dt n1, cst vmb vbi vvn po31 d, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6791
He hath not gone beyond the bounds of his Commission in the least degree.
He hath not gone beyond the bounds of his Commission in the least degree.
pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt ds n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6792
And this he pleadeth very often in the Gospel, and beateth very much upon it, that he might be understood,
And this he pleads very often in the Gospel, and beats very much upon it, that he might be understood,
cc d pns31 vvz av av p-acp dt n1, cc vvz av av-d p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn,
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6793
and that he might not be mistaken, because it was of such concernment to the success and efficacy of his message;
and that he might not be mistaken, Because it was of such concernment to the success and efficacy of his message;
cc cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn, c-acp pn31 vbds pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6794
Even as the Father said unto me, so I speak, saith Jesus Christ, Joh. 12. ult. That [ so ] respecteth not so much the manner as the matter of his speaking,Even as the Father said unto me, so I speak, Says jesus christ, John 12. ult. That [ so ] respecteth not so much the manner as the matter of his speaking,
av-j p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11, av pns11 vvb, vvz np1 np1, np1 crd n1. cst [ av ] vvz xx av av-d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg,
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6795
as you may easily discern, if you will look back to the words immediately before, What I speak, even as the Father said unto me, so I speak.
as you may Easily discern, if you will look back to the words immediately before, What I speak, even as the Father said unto me, so I speak.
c-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cs pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n2 av-j a-acp, r-crq pns11 vvb, av c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11, av pns11 vvb.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6796
The things which I deliver are the same which I received of my Father. That only I have said and nothing else, not a word besides that.
The things which I deliver Are the same which I received of my Father. That only I have said and nothing Else, not a word beside that.
dt n2 r-crq pns11 vvb vbr dt d r-crq pns11 vvd pp-f po11 n1. cst av-j pns11 vhb vvn cc pix av, xx dt n1 p-acp d.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6797
And therefore he inculcates frequently, that he speaks not of himself, it is a phrase he useth often.
And Therefore he inculcates frequently, that he speaks not of himself, it is a phrase he uses often.
cc av pns31 vvz av-j, cst pns31 vvz xx pp-f px31, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz av.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6798
His meaning is not, that he speaks not of his own strength, but that he speaks not of his own devising, he utters nothing but that which is committed to him by another.
His meaning is not, that he speaks not of his own strength, but that he speaks not of his own devising, he utters nothing but that which is committed to him by Another.
po31 n1 vbz xx, cst pns31 vvz xx pp-f po31 d n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vvz xx pp-f po31 d vvg, pns31 vvz pix cc-acp cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6799
The words I speak, saith he, I speak not of my self, Joh. 14.10. but the Father that is in me. The words I speak, Says he, I speak not of my self, John 14.10. but the Father that is in me.
dt n2 pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb xx pp-f po11 n1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno11.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6800
They come originally from my Father, and I do not adde so much as one of my own words.
They come originally from my Father, and I do not add so much as one of my own words.
pns32 vvb av-j p-acp po11 n1, cc pns11 vdb xx vvi av av-d c-acp crd pp-f po11 d n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
873
Page 235
6824
and for the information and behoof of his people, all this he manifested and made known to them again,
and for the information and behoof of his people, all this he manifested and made known to them again,
cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, d d pns31 vvd cc vvd vvn p-acp pno32 av,
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6801
And even as Christ hath shewed himself a faithful Prophet, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message;
And even as christ hath showed himself a faithful Prophet, a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message;
cc av c-acp np1 vhz vvn px31 dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6802
So in this respect also that he hath taken nothing from it. He hath delivered it intire, declared it fully and compleatly to his people;
So in this respect also that he hath taken nothing from it. He hath Delivered it entire, declared it Fully and completely to his people;
av p-acp d n1 av cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp pn31. pns31 vhz vvn pn31 j, vvd pn31 av-j cc av-j p-acp po31 n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6803
I have given to them (saith he) the words which thou gavest me: you must conceive it All those words;I have given to them (Says he) the words which thou Gavest me: you must conceive it All those words;
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 (vvz pns31) dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11: pn22 vmb vvi pn31 d d n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6804
I have not kept a word from them;
I have not kept a word from them;
pns11 vhb xx vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32;
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6805
with which accords his protestation to his Apostles and Disciples when he was about to leave them, Joh. 15.15.
with which accords his protestation to his Apostles and Disciples when he was about to leave them, John 15.15.
p-acp r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd.
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6806
Henceforth I call you not servants, for the servant knows not what his Lord doth, but I have called you friends. Henceforth I call you not Servants, for the servant knows not what his Lord does, but I have called you Friends.
av pns11 vvb pn22 xx n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz xx r-crq po31 n1 vdz, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6807
And why so? For all things that I have heard of my Father, I have made known to you;
And why so? For all things that I have herd of my Father, I have made known to you;
cc c-crq av? p-acp d n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn vvn p-acp pn22;
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6808
In this respect I have used you like friends, that I have told you all my Fathers Councel, I have acquainted you with all, without any reservation.
In this respect I have used you like Friends, that I have told you all my Father's Council, I have acquainted you with all, without any reservation.
p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb vvn pn22 j n2, cst pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d po11 ng1 n1, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp d, p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6809
All that he hath delivered to me as the Prophet of the Church, and as a Messenger from him to you;
All that he hath Delivered to me as the Prophet of the Church, and as a Messenger from him to you;
av-d d pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp pn22;
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6810
I have exactly and compleatly made it known to you.
I have exactly and completely made it known to you.
pns11 vhb av-j cc av-j vvd pn31 vvn p-acp pn22.
(32) part (DIV2)
874
Page 235
6811
But you will ask me how this accordeth with his own expression to his Apostles at another time,
But you will ask me how this accords with his own expression to his Apostles At Another time,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 c-crq d vvz p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp j-jn n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
875
Page 235
6812
and in another place, viz. the Chapter following, that even now alleadged, Joh. 16.12.
and in Another place, viz. the Chapter following, that even now alleged, John 16.12.
cc p-acp j-jn n1, n1 dt n1 vvg, cst av av vvd, np1 crd.
(32) part (DIV2)
875
Page 235
6813
I have yet many things to say to you, but ye cannot bear them now, as if he should have added,I have yet many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now, as if he should have added,
pns11 vhb av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn,
(32) part (DIV2)
875
Page 235
6814
therefore I will not speak them now;
Therefore I will not speak them now;
av pns11 vmb xx vvi pno32 av;
(32) part (DIV2)
875
Page 235
6815
and how then could he say before, I have made known all things to you?
and how then could he say before, I have made known all things to you?
cc c-crq av vmd pns31 vvi a-acp, pns11 vhb vvn vvn d n2 p-acp pn22?
(32) part (DIV2)
875
Page 235
6816
Truly, my Brethren, he might say it very well.
Truly, my Brothers, he might say it very well.
av-j, po11 n2, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av av.
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 235
6817
He had indeed made known all things to them, that were to be known by them:
He had indeed made known all things to them, that were to be known by them:
pns31 vhd av vvn vvn d n2 p-acp pno32, cst vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32:
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 235
6818
I mean as yet, in the Condition they were in at that time.
I mean as yet, in the Condition they were in At that time.
pns11 vvb c-acp av, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 235
6819
All things which he heard from God the Father, with this intent that they should hear them,
All things which he herd from God the Father, with this intent that they should hear them,
av-d n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32,
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 235
6820
and be made acquainted with them, he had imparted to them to the very utmost: so that he had been faithful in the business.
and be made acquainted with them, he had imparted to them to the very utmost: so that he had been faithful in the business.
cc vbb vvn vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j j: av cst pns31 vhd vbn j p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6821
There is no doubt our Saviour Christ as man had many things revealed to him from his Father, which he instilled not into his Disciples;
There is no doubt our Saviour christ as man had many things revealed to him from his Father, which he instilled not into his Disciples;
pc-acp vbz dx n1 po12 n1 np1 p-acp n1 vhd d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 j-vvn xx p-acp po31 n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6822
for he was perfect in regard of knowledge, and they were not so, nor could be so in this world.
for he was perfect in regard of knowledge, and they were not so, nor could be so in this world.
c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 vbdr xx av, ccx vmd vbi av p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6823
But whatsoever was communicated to him as the Mediator and the Prophet of the Church in that behalf,
But whatsoever was communicated to him as the Mediator and the Prophet of the Church in that behalf,
p-acp r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6825
as far as the estate which they were in would bear it, and their condition did require it:
as Far as the estate which they were in would bear it, and their condition did require it:
c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr a-acp vmd vvi pn31, cc po32 n1 vdd vvi pn31:
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6826
And this he clearly intimateth in the fore-alleadged place, I have yet many things to say to you,
And this he clearly intimateth in the fore-alleged place, I have yet many things to say to you,
cc d pns31 av-j vvz p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vhb av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22,
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6827
but ye cannot bear them now; but you cannot bear them now;
cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av;
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6828
And to what end should Christ say that which he knew they could not yet bear? why should he lay a burthen on them, which was too heavy for their shoulders?
And to what end should christ say that which he knew they could not yet bear? why should he lay a burden on them, which was too heavy for their shoulders?
cc p-acp r-crq n1 vmd np1 vvi d r-crq pns31 vvd pns32 vmd xx av vvi? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbds av j c-acp po32 n2?
(32) part (DIV2)
876
Page 236
6829
But if he had said all before, how had he many things to say yet? He had said all that was to be said before, all that his Father had appointed him to say,
But if he had said all before, how had he many things to say yet? He had said all that was to be said before, all that his Father had appointed him to say,
cc-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn d a-acp, q-crq vhd pns31 d n2 pc-acp vvi av? pns31 vhd vvn d cst vbds pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, d d po31 n1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi,
(32) part (DIV2)
877
Page 236
6830
and he had many things to say, that were not to be said yet, because they were not suitable to the condition they were in at that time.
and he had many things to say, that were not to be said yet, Because they were not suitable to the condition they were in At that time.
cc pns31 vhd d n2 pc-acp vvi, cst vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn av, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
877
Page 236
6831
But did our Saviour say them afterwards? or if he had many things to say,
But did our Saviour say them afterwards? or if he had many things to say,
cc-acp vdd po12 n1 vvb pno32 av? cc cs pns31 vhd d n2 pc-acp vvi,
(32) part (DIV2)
877
Page 236
6832
and did not say them, how was he such a faithful messenger (as I have shewn) from his Father to his people?
and did not say them, how was he such a faithful Messenger (as I have shown) from his Father to his people?
cc vdd xx vvi pno32, c-crq vbds pns31 d dt j n1 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1?
(32) part (DIV2)
877
Page 236
6833
For clearing this, we must distinguish of our Saviours sayings; something he was to say to his Apostles and Disciples with his own immediate voyce,
For clearing this, we must distinguish of our Saviors sayings; something he was to say to his Apostles and Disciples with his own immediate voice,
p-acp vvg d, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po12 ng1 n2-vvg; pi pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 d j n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
878
Page 236
6834
while he was conversant upon the earth.
while he was conversant upon the earth.
cs pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
878
Page 236
6835
Other things he was to say by his Spirit afterwards, and he was very faithfull both ways.
Other things he was to say by his Spirit afterwards, and he was very faithful both ways.
av-jn n2 pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 av, cc pns31 vbds av j d n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
878
Page 236
6836
1. What things he was to say to his Apostles and Disciples with his own immediate voyce, he said all those things.
1. What things he was to say to his Apostles and Disciples with his own immediate voice, he said all those things.
crd q-crq n2 pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 d j n1, pns31 vvd d d n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6837
He kept nothing back from them. He taught them lesson after lesson, still as they could learn.
He kept nothing back from them. He taught them Lesson After Lesson, still as they could Learn.
pns31 vvd pix av p-acp pno32. pns31 vvd pno32 n1 p-acp n1, av c-acp pns32 vmd vvi.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6838
And so he carryed them along, as long as he remained among them:
And so he carried them along, as long as he remained among them:
cc av pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno32:
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6839
So that he might have said at any time while he was with them, I have made known all to you, all that you are yet to know.
So that he might have said At any time while he was with them, I have made known all to you, all that you Are yet to know.
av cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d n1 cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32, pns11 vhb vvn vvn d p-acp pn22, d cst pn22 vbr av pc-acp vvi.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6840
And whereas he affirmeth in the cited place, I have yet many things to say to you, if they were such as he was himself to speak, to utter to them with his own mouth, there is no question to be made, he spake them afterwards.
And whereas he Affirmeth in the cited place, I have yet many things to say to you, if they were such as he was himself to speak, to utter to them with his own Mouth, there is no question to be made, he spoke them afterwards.
cc cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt vvn n1, pns11 vhb av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cs pns32 vbdr d c-acp pns31 vbds px31 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vvd pno32 av.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6841
before he left them, and ascended to his Father.
before he left them, and ascended to his Father.
c-acp pns31 vvd pno32, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6842
And it is manifest, that after he was risen, he conversed with them forty days, talking of mysterious things, speaking of things pertaining to the Kingdom, Act. 1.7.
And it is manifest, that After he was risen, he conversed with them forty days, talking of mysterious things, speaking of things pertaining to the Kingdom, Act. 1.7.
cc pn31 vbz j, cst c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 crd n2, vvg pp-f j n2, vvg pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, n1 crd.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6843
The Kingdom which had been set up in the hearts of a few poor despised ones before,
The Kingdom which had been Set up in the hearts of a few poor despised ones before,
dt n1 r-crq vhd vbn vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d j vvn pi2 p-acp,
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6844
but was now to be erected in the Church.
but was now to be erected in the Church.
cc-acp vbds av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6845
These and such things as these they could not hear till now, and therefore though our Saviour had these things to say,
These and such things as these they could not hear till now, and Therefore though our Saviour had these things to say,
np1 cc d n2 c-acp d pns32 vmd xx vvi c-acp av, cc av cs po12 n1 vhd d n2 pc-acp vvi,
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6846
yet he said them not till now:
yet he said them not till now:
av pns31 vvd pno32 xx c-acp av:
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6847
And now he said them that he might be faithful, and that he might discharge the trust, that was reposed in him by his Father.
And now he said them that he might be faithful, and that he might discharge the trust, that was reposed in him by his Father.
cc av pns31 vvd pno32 cst pns31 vmd vbi j, cc cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
879
Page 236
6848
2. But there were other things which he was not to say to his Apostles and Disciples, by his own immediate voyce,
2. But there were other things which he was not to say to his Apostles and Disciples, by his own immediate voice,
crd p-acp a-acp vbdr j-jn n2 r-crq pns31 vbds xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, p-acp po31 d j n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 236
6849
while he was conversant among them, but by his Spirit afterward, when he had left them.
while he was conversant among them, but by his Spirit afterwards, when he had left them.
cs pns31 vbds j p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 av, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 236
6850
And these he said accordingly by that Spirit.
And these he said accordingly by that Spirit.
cc d pns31 vvd av-vvg p-acp d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 236
6851
And this is chiefly aimed at, and is the main intention of the fore-alleadged Text, I have yet many things to say to you,
And this is chiefly aimed At, and is the main intention of the fore-alleged Text, I have yet many things to say to you,
cc d vbz av-jn vvn p-acp, cc vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns11 vhb av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22,
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6852
but you cannot bear them yet. but you cannot bear them yet.
cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av.
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6853
But what then? did he say them afterwards? Yes, he said them afterwards by his Spirit,
But what then? did he say them afterwards? Yes, he said them afterwards by his Spirit,
cc-acp q-crq av? vdd pns31 vvi pno32 av? uh, pns31 vvd pno32 av p-acp po31 n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6854
and what the Spirit said, he said.
and what the Spirit said, he said.
cc q-crq dt n1 vvd, pns31 vvd.
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6855
And therefore it is added presently, Howbeit when the Spirit of Truth is come, he will guide you into all truth;
And Therefore it is added presently, Howbeit when the Spirit of Truth is come, he will guide you into all truth;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, a-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6856
For he shall not speak of himself, but whatsoever he shall hear (viz. of me) that shall he speak. He shall receive of me,
For he shall not speak of himself, but whatsoever he shall hear (viz. of me) that shall he speak. He shall receive of me,
c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pp-f px31, cc-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi (n1 pp-f pno11) d vmb pns31 vvi. pns31 vmb vvi pp-f pno11,
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6857
and shall shew it unto you. and shall show it unto you.
cc vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22.
(32) part (DIV2)
880
Page 237
6858
While Christ was conversant with his Apostles in the flesh, they were capable of nothing in a manner.
While christ was conversant with his Apostles in the Flesh, they were capable of nothing in a manner.
cs np1 vbds j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbdr j pp-f pix p-acp dt n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
881
Page 237
6859
It was but little they could bear then, and therefore there was little to be shewed to them.
It was but little they could bear then, and Therefore there was little to be showed to them.
pn31 vbds cc-acp av-j pns32 vmd vvi av, cc av a-acp vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
881
Page 237
6860
But when he was ascended once, their hearts were presently enlarged to a capacity of greater measures and degrees of knowledge.
But when he was ascended once, their hearts were presently enlarged to a capacity of greater measures and Degrees of knowledge.
p-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, po32 n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n2 cc n2 pp-f n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
881
Page 237
6861
And Christ was now accordingly to shew them (and the Church by them) much more by his Spirit:
And christ was now accordingly to show them (and the Church by them) much more by his Spirit:
cc np1 vbds av av-vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 (cc dt n1 p-acp pno32) d av-dc p-acp po31 n1:
(32) part (DIV2)
881
Page 237
6862
which he performed with all fidelity, as the event hath manifested and declared. The point you see is fully cleared;
which he performed with all Fidis, as the event hath manifested and declared. The point you see is Fully cleared;
r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn cc vvn. dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz av-j vvn;
(32) part (DIV2)
881
Page 237
6863
Christ hath approved himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people. For he hath added nothing to his message, and he hath taken nothing from it.
christ hath approved himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people. For he hath added nothing to his message, and he hath taken nothing from it.
np1 vhz vvn px31 dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp pn31.
(32) part (DIV2)
882
Page 237
6864
All the words his Father gave him to deliver by himself and by his own immediate voyce, he hath delivered.
All the words his Father gave him to deliver by himself and by his own immediate voice, he hath Delivered.
av-d dt n2 po31 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 cc p-acp po31 d j n1, pns31 vhz vvn.
(32) part (DIV2)
882
Page 237
6865
All that he gave him to deliver by his Spirit, all these he hath delivered too;
All that he gave him to deliver by his Spirit, all these he hath Delivered too;
av-d d pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, d d pns31 vhz vvn av;
(32) part (DIV2)
882
Page 237
6866
and so he hath been absolutely and exactly faithful every way.
and so he hath been absolutely and exactly faithful every Way.
cc av pns31 vhz vbn av-j cc av-j j zz n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
882
Page 237
6867
Hath Christ approved himself a faithful Prophet to the Church, a faithful Messenger? &c. Hath he not failed in speaking any thing that he should have concealed,
Hath christ approved himself a faithful Prophet to the Church, a faithful Messenger? etc. Hath he not failed in speaking any thing that he should have concealed,
vhz np1 vvn px31 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1? av vhz pns31 xx vvn p-acp vvg d n1 cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn,
(32) part (DIV2)
883
Page 237
6868
or in concealing any thing he should have spoken? hath he not spoken so much as a word too little,
or in concealing any thing he should have spoken? hath he not spoken so much as a word too little,
cc p-acp vvg d n1 pns31 vmd vhi vvn? vhz pns31 xx vvn av av-d c-acp dt n1 av j,
(32) part (DIV2)
883
Page 237
6869
or a word too much? This then may serve to teach us divers things; As
or a word too much? This then may serve to teach us diverse things; As
cc dt n1 av d? np1 av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 j n2; c-acp
(32) part (DIV2)
883
Page 237
13952
And even as Christ is heir of all things, so we are heirs of all things too.
And even as christ is heir of all things, so we Are Heirs of all things too.
cc av c-acp np1 vbz n1 pp-f d n2, av pns12 vbr n2 pp-f d n2 av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
6871
He hath no loose words, no vain expressions, nothing too little, or too much in that which he delivered to us,
He hath no lose words, no vain expressions, nothing too little, or too much in that which he Delivered to us,
pns31 vhz dx j n2, dx j n2, pix av j, cc av av-d p-acp cst r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12,
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6872
and therefore it must be the better noted, and the more valued. The words of men, yea, the exactest of them are sometimes defective, and sometimes redundant.
and Therefore it must be the better noted, and the more valued. The words of men, yea, the Exactest of them Are sometime defective, and sometime redundant.
cc av pn31 vmb vbi dt av-jc vvn, cc dt av-dc vvn. dt n2 pp-f n2, uh, dt js pp-f pno32 vbr av j, cc av j.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6873
The words of Christ are not so.
The words of christ Are not so.
dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr xx av.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6874
I speak not this that you should do as some of the Church of Corinth did.
I speak not this that you should do as Some of the Church of Corinth did.
pns11 vvb xx d cst pn22 vmd vdi c-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6875
I am for Paul, saith one, I am for Cephas, said another; I am for neither of them, said a third, I am for Christ only.
I am for Paul, Says one, I am for Cephas, said Another; I am for neither of them, said a third, I am for christ only.
pns11 vbm p-acp np1, vvz pi, pns11 vbm p-acp np1, vvd j-jn; pns11 vbm p-acp dx pp-f pno32, vvd dt ord, pns11 vbm p-acp np1 av-j.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6876
That which Christ himself said, I will hear, and I will read, but I will hear no other man;
That which christ himself said, I will hear, and I will read, but I will hear no other man;
d r-crq np1 px31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi, cc pns11 vmb vvi, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6877
I would not have you hear Christ, so as to hear none but him.
I would not have you hear christ, so as to hear none but him.
pns11 vmd xx vhi pn22 vvb np1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pix p-acp pno31.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6878
But I would have you hear Christ, so as to hear none like him, for never man spake like this man.
But I would have you hear christ, so as to hear none like him, for never man spoke like this man.
p-acp pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb np1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pi av-j pno31, c-acp av-x n1 vvd av-j d n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6879
And therefore when we meet with his words, let us take special notice of them, let us fix and dwell upon them,
And Therefore when we meet with his words, let us take special notice of them, let us fix and dwell upon them,
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n2, vvb pno12 vvi j n1 pp-f pno32, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32,
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6880
and let them rest and dwell in us. Let the word of Christ dwell in us richly:
and let them rest and dwell in us. Let the word of christ dwell in us richly:
cc vvb pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12. vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pno12 av-j:
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6881
Let us have an eye to mark them, an ear to hear them, and a heart to keep them,
Let us have an eye to mark them, an ear to hear them, and a heart to keep them,
vvb pno12 vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32,
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6882
as Mary had, of whom it is recorded, that she kept all his sayings in her heart.
as Marry had, of whom it is recorded, that she kept all his sayings in her heart.
c-acp uh vhd, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 vvd d po31 n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6883
How carefully did the Apostle keep that which our Saviour spake, though it be no where mentioned in the Gospel,
How carefully did the Apostle keep that which our Saviour spoke, though it be no where mentioned in the Gospel,
c-crq av-j vdd dt n1 vvb d r-crq po12 n1 vvd, cs pn31 vbb av-dx q-crq vvn p-acp dt n1,
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6884
and wishes other men to do so too! Act. 20.35. Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give then to receive.
and wishes other men to do so too! Act. 20.35. remember the words of the Lord jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give then to receive.
cc n2 j-jn n2 pc-acp vdi av av! n1 crd. vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvd, pn31 vbz av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 237
6885
And so he mindeth the Corinthians of that whith Christ himself spake. To the marryed, I command, and yet not I, but the Lord, 1 Cor. 7.10.
And so he minds the Corinthians of that vuhith christ himself spoke. To the married, I command, and yet not I, but the Lord, 1 Cor. 7.10.
cc av pns31 vvz dt np1 pp-f d p-acp np1 px31 vvd. p-acp dt j-vvn, pns11 vvb, cc av xx pns11, cc-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 238
6886
As intimating that the words which dropped from his lips, did challenge singular regard from them.
As intimating that the words which dropped from his lips, did challenge singular regard from them.
p-acp vvg cst dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n2, vdd vvi j n1 p-acp pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 238
6887
And such regard, my Brethren, let them have from us, when we meet with his Prayers, his Sermons, his Sayings;
And such regard, my Brothers, let them have from us, when we meet with his Prayers, his Sermons, his Sayings;
cc d n1, po11 n2, vvb pno32 vhi p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n2-vvg;
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 238
6888
let us hear this Prophet, and hear him so to be obedient to him.
let us hear this Prophet, and hear him so to be obedient to him.
vvb pno12 vvi d n1, cc vvi pno31 av pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31.
(32) part (DIV2)
884
Page 238
6889
It was a dangerous thing you know, to refuse to hear Moses; he that despised Moses Law, was to die without mercy.
It was a dangerous thing you know, to refuse to hear Moses; he that despised Moses Law, was to die without mercy.
pn31 vbds dt j n1 pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi np1; pns31 cst vvd np1 n1, vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6890
But it is much more dangerous to refuse to hear Christ. There is a sorer punishment for such, Heb 10.28. It went very hard with those who refused the word that was spoken by Angels.
But it is much more dangerous to refuse to hear christ. There is a Sorer punishment for such, Hebrew 10.28. It went very hard with those who refused the word that was spoken by Angels.
p-acp pn31 vbz d dc j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi np1. pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp d, n1 crd. pn31 vvd av av-j p-acp d r-crq vvd dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp n2.
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6891
But if we refuse the word that was spoken by Christ, and do it finally, there is but one way with us, we are gone without recovery:
But if we refuse the word that was spoken by christ, and do it finally, there is but one Way with us, we Are gone without recovery:
p-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc vdb pn31 av-j, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1:
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6892
For if the word spoken by Angels was stedfast, (for the execution of it) and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward;
For if the word spoken by Angels was steadfast, (for the execution of it) and every Transgression and disobedience received a just recompense of reward;
c-acp cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 vbds j, (c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31) cc d n1 cc n1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6893
How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation, which was spoken by the Lord? If we hear him not, we die, and that without mercy too.How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation, which was spoken by the Lord? If we hear him not, we die, and that without mercy too.
q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb av j n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1? cs pns12 vvb pno31 xx, pns12 vvb, cc cst p-acp n1 av.
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6894
But if we hear him and obey him, we shall live, and that for ever. The words that he spake are spirit and life:
But if we hear him and obey him, we shall live, and that for ever. The words that he spoke Are Spirit and life:
p-acp cs pns12 vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31, pns12 vmb vvi, cc cst p-acp av. dt n2 cst pns31 vvd vbr n1 cc n1:
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6895
And if a man keep his sayings, he shall never see death. 2. This should teach us in the second place, to trust him;
And if a man keep his sayings, he shall never see death. 2. This should teach us in the second place, to trust him;
cc cs dt n1 vvi po31 n2-vvg, pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1. crd d vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi pno31;
(32) part (DIV2)
885
Page 238
6896
since he is such a faithful Messenger that he varies not a word, we may well rely upon him,
since he is such a faithful Messenger that he Varies not a word, we may well rely upon him,
c-acp pns31 vbz d dt j n1 cst pns31 vvz xx dt n1, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31,
(32) part (DIV2)
886
Page 238
6897
and believe him to the utmost. His words are all heavenly, all of God; he hath given us those words, that are given him of the Father, all those, and none but those;
and believe him to the utmost. His words Are all heavenly, all of God; he hath given us those words, that Are given him of the Father, all those, and none but those;
cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt j. po31 n2 vbr d j, d pp-f np1; pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d n2, cst vbr vvn pno31 pp-f dt n1, d d, cc pix p-acp d;
(32) part (DIV2)
886
Page 238
6898
and why then should we not depend upon them, for our direction, for our Consolation, and trust him perfectly in all cases?
and why then should we not depend upon them, for our direction, for our Consolation, and trust him perfectly in all cases?
cc q-crq av vmd pns12 xx vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp po12 n1, p-acp po12 n1, cc vvb pno31 av-j p-acp d n2?
(32) part (DIV2)
886
Page 238
6899
3. To try other Prophets by this Prophet, other Messengers by this Messenger, and so accordingly to embrace them, or reject them.
3. To try other prophets by this Prophet, other Messengers by this Messenger, and so accordingly to embrace them, or reject them.
crd p-acp vvi j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, cc av av-vvg pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
887
Page 238
6900
Other men that come from God really or in pretence, may speak more or speak less then he hath put into their mouths;
Other men that come from God really or in pretence, may speak more or speak less then he hath put into their mouths;
av-jn n2 cst vvb p-acp np1 av-j cc p-acp n1, vmb vvi dc cc vvi av-dc cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2;
(32) part (DIV2)
887
Page 238
6901
Christ hath said neither more nor less: and therefore let us always try their Messages by his Message;
christ hath said neither more nor less: and Therefore let us always try their Messages by his Message;
np1 vhz vvn dx dc ccx av-dc: cc av vvb pno12 av vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1;
(32) part (DIV2)
887
Page 238
6902
if they agree with his, let us embrace them; but if they disagree, let us reject them.
if they agree with his, let us embrace them; but if they disagree, let us reject them.
cs pns32 vvb p-acp png31, vvb pno12 vvi pno32; cc-acp cs pns32 vvb, vvb pno12 vvi pno32.
(32) part (DIV2)
887
Page 238
6903
JOHN. 17.8. I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me. ANd thus far of the General Application.JOHN. 17.8. I have given unto them the words which thou Gavest me. ANd thus Far of the General Application.
np1. crd. pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11. cc av av-j pp-f dt j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
887
Page 238
6904
Proceed we now a little more particularly and distinctly to apply the divers branches of the point in order.
Proceed we now a little more particularly and distinctly to apply the diverse branches of the point in order.
vvb pns12 av dt j av-dc av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
889
Page 238
6905
Hath Christ himself approved himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people, in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message? That he hath not delivered so much as a word more? Then surely not a word of his must be neglected by us,
Hath christ himself approved himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people, in this respect, that he hath added nothing to his Message? That he hath not Delivered so much as a word more? Then surely not a word of his must be neglected by us,
vhz np1 px31 vvd px31 dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1? cst pns31 vhz xx vvn av av-d c-acp dt n1 av-dc? av av-j xx dt n1 pp-f png31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12,
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 238
6906
nor slightly passed over, without the most exact examination.
nor slightly passed over, without the most exact examination.
ccx av-j vvn a-acp, p-acp dt av-ds j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 238
6907
All the words of Jesus Christ have weight in them, and therefore they must all be weighed, by them that handle them, or read, or hear them.
All the words of jesus christ have weight in them, and Therefore they must all be weighed, by them that handle them, or read, or hear them.
av-d dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vhb n1 p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vmb d vbi vvn, p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno32, cc vvi, cc vvi pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 239
6908
Every word that he delivered comes from heaven, it is given him of his Father,
Every word that he Delivered comes from heaven, it is given him of his Father,
np1 n1 cst pns31 vvn vvz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz vvn pno31 pp-f po31 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 239
6909
as you have it in my Text. And do you think his Father would give down from heaven,
as you have it in my Text. And do you think his Father would give down from heaven,
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 np1 cc vdb pn22 vvi po31 n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 239
6910
so much as one vain word to be delivered by him to his Church and people? And if there be not one superfluous word in his Message,
so much as one vain word to be Delivered by him to his Church and people? And if there be not one superfluous word in his Message,
av av-d c-acp crd j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1? cc cs pc-acp vbb xx pi j n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 239
6911
then certainly there is not one to be unadvisedly and lightly passed over by us.
then Certainly there is not one to be unadvisedly and lightly passed over by us.
av av-j a-acp vbz xx pi pc-acp vbi av-j cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp pno12.
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 239
6912
And therefore let it be our care to pry into, and study every word of Jesus Christ which he hath left upon record in Scripture, to sift it and to scan it to the very utmost, to seek to God by earnest prayer to open and unfold it to us, that nothing in it (as far as it is possible) may scape us unobserved.
And Therefore let it be our care to pry into, and study every word of jesus christ which he hath left upon record in Scripture, to sift it and to scan it to the very utmost, to seek to God by earnest prayer to open and unfold it to us, that nothing in it (as Far as it is possible) may escape us unobserved.
cc av vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi d n1 pp-f np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j j, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, cst pix p-acp pn31 (c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j) vmb vvi pno12 j.
(33) part (DIV2)
890
Page 239
6913
And truly, my Beloved, this deserves the more to be considered by us, because we know not what we lose sometimes by our neglect in this particular:
And truly, my beloved, this deserves the more to be considered by us, Because we know not what we loose sometime by our neglect in this particular:
cc av-j, po11 j-vvn, d vvz dt dc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vvb xx r-crq pns12 vvb av p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d j:
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6914
by slight and careless handling, reading or hearing of the words of Christ; Oh the inestimable hidden worth that is wrapt up sometimes in one of his expressions,
by slight and careless handling, reading or hearing of the words of christ; O the inestimable hidden worth that is wrapped up sometime in one of his expressions,
p-acp j cc j n-vvg, vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; uh dt j j-vvn n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp av p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6915
and we take no notice of it!
and we take no notice of it!
cc pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f pn31!
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6916
Either we are ignorant of the Original, the Language and the Tongue in which he speaks, and so cannot:
Either we Are ignorant of the Original, the Language and the Tongue in which he speaks, and so cannot:
av-d pns12 vbr j pp-f dt j-jn, dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc av vmbx:
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6917
or else we are negligent and idle and remiss, and so do not dive in it.
or Else we Are negligent and idle and remiss, and so do not dive in it.
cc av pns12 vbr j cc j cc j, cc av vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31.
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6918
It is not to be imagined what a world of light and information in deep and mysterious things, of sweet direction, of precious Consolation we lose by this means.
It is not to be imagined what a world of Light and information in deep and mysterious things, of sweet direction, of precious Consolation we loose by this means.
pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn cc j n2, pp-f j n1, pp-f j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6919
And therefore when we labour to expound the Scripture, when we read, or when we hear it, let us not look upon a sentence, or a verse in gross;
And Therefore when we labour to expound the Scripture, when we read, or when we hear it, let us not look upon a sentence, or a verse in gross;
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb, cc c-crq pns12 vvb pn31, vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp j;
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6920
and so indeavour to find out the general intent and drift and meaning of it, but let us scan and study every word.
and so endeavour to find out the general intent and drift and meaning of it, but let us scan and study every word.
cc av vvb pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6921
Were there any loose expressions, as there are in other writings, that carry nothing of solidity and weight in them, we might very well omit them,
Were there any lose expressions, as there Are in other writings, that carry nothing of solidity and weight in them, we might very well omit them,
vbdr a-acp d j n2, c-acp pc-acp vbr p-acp j-jn n2, cst vvb pix pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pns12 vmd av av vvi pno32,
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6922
and not spend our thoughts upon them.
and not spend our thoughts upon them.
cc xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6923
But there is not a word to spare in that which Jesus Christ delivers from his Father to his people;
But there is not a word to spare in that which jesus christ delivers from his Father to his people;
p-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6924
nothing but what is necessary to express some matter of importance and concernment to us,
nothing but what is necessary to express Some matter of importance and concernment to us,
pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12,
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6925
and therefore let us value it and fist it well, that we may know the mind of God,
and Therefore let us valve it and fist it well, that we may know the mind of God,
cc av vvb pno12 vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31 av, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1,
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6926
and the mind of Christ in it.
and the mind of christ in it.
cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31.
(33) part (DIV2)
891
Page 239
6927
Hath Christ approved himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people, in this respect, that he hath taken nothing from his message? Then let us seek no further for direction in matters that concern salvation,
Hath christ approved himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people, in this respect, that he hath taken nothing from his message? Then let us seek no further for direction in matters that concern salvation,
vhz np1 vvn px31 dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1? av vvb pno12 vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cst vvb n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6928
but let us satisfie our selves with that which Christ hath brought us from his Father.
but let us satisfy our selves with that which christ hath brought us from his Father.
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6929
Indeed if he were any way defective, there were some colourable reason then, why we should labour to supply him (as the Papists do) with their Traditions and unwritten Verities,
Indeed if he were any Way defective, there were Some colourable reason then, why we should labour to supply him (as the Papists do) with their Traditions and unwritten Verities,
np1 cs pns31 vbdr d n1 j, pc-acp vbdr d j n1 av, c-crq pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 (c-acp dt njp2 vdb) p-acp po32 n2 cc j n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6931
But since he hath delivered to us all that his Father put into his mouth, and hath not kept a word back;
But since he hath Delivered to us all that his Father put into his Mouth, and hath not kept a word back;
cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 d d po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vhz xx vvn dt n1 av;
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6932
Oh let us rest in the discovery he hath made, as that which of it self is able to make us wise unto Salvation.
O let us rest in the discovery he hath made, as that which of it self is able to make us wise unto Salvation.
uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn, c-acp d r-crq pp-f pn31 n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6933
Let us beware of itching after novelties, and hearkning after new and strange discoveries, such as Christ hath never made,
Let us beware of itching After novelties, and Harkening After new and strange discoveries, such as christ hath never made,
vvb pno12 vvi pp-f j-vvg p-acp n2, cc vvg p-acp j cc j n2, d c-acp np1 vhz av-x vvn,
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6934
as many do in these days.
as many do in these days.
c-acp d vdb p-acp d n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6935
Oh let not any of us who have heard and learned Christ, turn away from wholesome doctrine,
O let not any of us who have herd and learned christ, turn away from wholesome Doctrine,
uh vvb xx d pp-f pno12 r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn np1, vvb av p-acp j n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 239
6936
and be turned after fables, as the Apostle Paul speaks;
and be turned After fables, as the Apostle Paul speaks;
cc vbi vvn p-acp n2, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz;
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 240
6937
Let us not leave the Living Fountain, and go to broken Cisterns that will hold no water. Let us not leave the Living Fountain, and go to broken Cisterns that will hold no water.
vvb pno12 xx vvi dt j-vvg n1, cc vvi p-acp j-vvn n2 cst vmb vvi dx n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 240
6938
But let us stick to Jesus Christ, and satisfie our selves with that which he hath taught us in the Scripture,
But let us stick to jesus christ, and satisfy our selves with that which he hath taught us in the Scripture,
p-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 np1, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 240
6939
as comprehending in it all that is necessary to salvation.
as comprehending in it all that is necessary to salvation.
c-acp vvg p-acp pn31 d cst vbz j p-acp n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
892
Page 240
6940
But here to clear my self a little that I may not be mistaken, I acknowledge that many necessary things are not expresly delivered to us by our Saviour from his Father;
But Here to clear my self a little that I may not be mistaken, I acknowledge that many necessary things Are not expressly Delivered to us by our Saviour from his Father;
p-acp av pc-acp vvi po11 n1 dt j cst pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn, pns11 vvb cst d j n2 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
893
Page 240
6941
and yet his message is compleat for all that:
and yet his message is complete for all that:
cc av po31 n1 vbz j p-acp d cst:
(33) part (DIV2)
893
Page 240
6942
For though they be not clearly mentioned and set down disertis verbis, they may by manifest and necessary consequence be gathered and deduced from that which he hath taught us in the Scripture.
For though they be not clearly mentioned and Set down disertis verbis, they may by manifest and necessary consequence be gathered and deduced from that which he hath taught us in the Scripture.
c-acp cs pns32 vbb xx av-j vvn cc vvn a-acp n2 fw-la, pns32 vmb p-acp j cc j n1 vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
893
Page 240
6943
And to this end I shall desire you to take notice of these three particulars.
And to this end I shall desire you to take notice of these three particulars.
cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d crd n2-j.
(33) part (DIV2)
893
Page 240
6944
1. Where generals are taught us, there all particulars comprised in them, and comprehended under them, are in the purpose and intention of our Saviour taught also;
1. Where generals Are taught us, there all particulars comprised in them, and comprehended under them, Are in the purpose and intention of our Saviour taught also;
crd q-crq n2 vbr vvn pno12, pc-acp d n2-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp pno32, vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvd av;
(33) part (DIV2)
894
Page 240
6945
as when he interdicteth any sin, suppose it murther, or adultery, there all the sorts and kinds and measures and degrees of that corruption, are with it interdicted and condemned.
as when he interdicteth any since, suppose it murder, or adultery, there all the sorts and Kinds and measures and Degrees of that corruption, Are with it interdicted and condemned.
c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz d n1, vvb pn31 n1, cc n1, a-acp d dt n2 cc n2 cc n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, vbr p-acp pn31 vvn cc vvn.
(33) part (DIV2)
894
Page 240
6946
2. Where principles and causes are delivered to us, there the effects that flow and issue from them,
2. Where principles and Causes Are Delivered to us, there the effects that flow and issue from them,
crd q-crq n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp dt n2 cst vvb cc n1 p-acp pno32,
(33) part (DIV2)
895
Page 240
6947
and are caused by them, are intended and comprised, as virtually comprehended and contained in their causes.
and Are caused by them, Are intended and comprised, as virtually comprehended and contained in their Causes.
cc vbr vvn p-acp pno32, vbr vvn cc vvn, c-acp av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
895
Page 240
6948
3. Where we find one like taught, we must conceive alike of all the rest of like nature;
3. Where we find one like taught, we must conceive alike of all the rest of like nature;
crd c-crq pns12 vvb pi av-j vvn, pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f d dt n1 pp-f j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
896
Page 240
6949
Quia parium par ratio; and where there is par ratio, there is also par Lex: where things are like, there the reason is alike;Quia Parium par ratio; and where there is par ratio, there is also par Lex: where things Are like, there the reason is alike;
fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; cc c-crq pc-acp vbz fw-fr fw-la, a-acp vbz av fw-fr fw-la: c-crq n2 vbr j, a-acp dt n1 vbz av;
(33) part (DIV2)
896
Page 240
6950
and where there is like reason, there is also like law.
and where there is like reason, there is also like law.
cc c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1, pc-acp vbz av j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
896
Page 240
6951
And thus not any instance can be given, of any point of necessary faith or practice, that is not taught by our Saviour in the Scripture.
And thus not any instance can be given, of any point of necessary faith or practice, that is not taught by our Saviour in the Scripture.
cc av xx d n1 vmb vbi vvn, pp-f d n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cst vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
896
Page 240
6952
So that we need to go no further, but may content and satisfie our selves with his teaching.
So that we need to go no further, but may content and satisfy our selves with his teaching.
av cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc, cc-acp vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg.
(33) part (DIV2)
896
Page 240
6953
Hath Christ appeared himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people in both respects, that he hath added nothing to, that he hath taken nothing from his message? Then let the Messengers and Ministers of Jesus Christ be faithful to him in the same respect.
Hath christ appeared himself a faithful Messenger from his Father to his people in both respects, that he hath added nothing to, that he hath taken nothing from his message? Then let the Messengers and Ministers of jesus christ be faithful to him in the same respect.
vhz np1 vvn px31 dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp po31 n1? av vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbb j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
897
Page 240
6954
As Christ hath his Commission from the Father, so they have theirs from Christ. As the Father sends him, so he sends them.
As christ hath his Commission from the Father, so they have theirs from christ. As the Father sends him, so he sends them.
p-acp np1 vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vhb png32 p-acp np1. p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31, av pns31 vvz pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
897
Page 240
6955
It is his own expression to his own Apostles, Joh. 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
It is his own expression to his own Apostles, John 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
pn31 vbz po31 d n1 p-acp po31 d n2, np1 crd. p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22.
(33) part (DIV2)
897
Page 240
6956
And therefore even as he is faithful to his Father, so they accordingly must be faithful unto him.
And Therefore even as he is faithful to his Father, so they accordingly must be faithful unto him.
cc av av c-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, av pns32 av-vvg vmb vbi j p-acp pno31.
(33) part (DIV2)
897
Page 240
6957
And even as he delivers that which he hath received from his Father, so they must deliver too that which they have received from Christ.
And even as he delivers that which he hath received from his Father, so they must deliver too that which they have received from christ.
cc av c-acp pns31 vvz cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, av pns32 vmb vvi av cst r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
897
Page 240
6958
And that without addition, without diminution, as Christ doth. They must deliver it without addition;
And that without addition, without diminution, as christ does. They must deliver it without addition;
cc cst p-acp n1, p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vdz. pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
897
Page 240
6959
as Christ addes nothing to the message which his Father puts into his mouth, so they must adde nothing neither to the message which Christ hath put into their mouths.
as christ adds nothing to the message which his Father puts into his Mouth, so they must add nothing neither to the message which christ hath put into their mouths.
c-acp np1 vvz pix p-acp dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, av pns32 vmb vvi pix d p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
898
Page 240
6960
They must not stray beyond the bounds of their Commission, and come with matters of their own devising and inventing to the people.
They must not stray beyond the bounds of their Commission, and come with matters of their own devising and inventing to the people.
pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvb p-acp n2 pp-f po32 d vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
898
Page 240
6961
They must not preach another Gospel, Gal. 1.8. another Doctrine, 1 Tim. 1.3. but must be able in uprightness to say as the Apostle doth to his hearers, 1 Cor. 11.23. That which I have received of the Lord, I have delivered unto you. Only that and no more.
They must not preach Another Gospel, Gal. 1.8. Another Doctrine, 1 Tim. 1.3. but must be able in uprightness to say as the Apostle does to his hearers, 1 Cor. 11.23. That which I have received of the Lord, I have Delivered unto you. Only that and no more.
pns32 vmb xx vvi j-jn n1, np1 crd. j-jn n1, crd np1 crd. cc-acp vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1 vdz p-acp po31 n2, crd np1 crd. cst r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22. av-j d cc dx av-dc.
(33) part (DIV2)
898
Page 240
6962
And here there are three sorts faulty; I shall but only name them to you, and go on. 1. The Superstitious Teacher;
And Here there Are three sorts faulty; I shall but only name them to you, and go on. 1. The Superstitious Teacher;
cc av a-acp vbr crd n2 j; pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j vvi pno32 p-acp pn22, cc vvb a-acp. crd dt j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
898
Page 241
6963
there were a multitude of such not long ago; but blessed be the Lord, their number now is well lessened;
there were a multitude of such not long ago; but blessed be the Lord, their number now is well lessened;
pc-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f d xx av-j av; cc-acp vvn vbb dt n1, po32 n1 av vbz av vvn;
(33) part (DIV2)
899
Page 241
6964
whose manner was to beat on nothing in the Pulpit but humane Observations, and Inventions and Traditions.
whose manner was to beatrice on nothing in the Pulpit but humane Observations, and Inventions and Traditions.
rg-crq n1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc n2 cc n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
899
Page 241
6965
They must stand up at Gloria Patri, they must bow before the Altar, and the like.
They must stand up At Gloria Patri, they must bow before the Altar, and the like.
pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp fw-la fw-la, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt j.
(33) part (DIV2)
899
Page 241
6966
These were the things that many Preachers dwelt upon, in which their greatest heat and zeal was shewn,
These were the things that many Preachers dwelled upon, in which their greatest heat and zeal was shown,
np1 vbdr dt n2 cst d n2 vvd p-acp, p-acp r-crq po32 js n1 cc n1 vbds vvn,
(33) part (DIV2)
899
Page 241
6967
as if they were of greater consequence then Principles and Fundamentals of Religion.
as if they were of greater consequence then Principles and Fundamentals of Religion.
c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pp-f jc n1 cs n2 cc n2-j pp-f n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
899
Page 241
6968
2. The Sceptick Teacher, who doateth about foolish idle questions, which do not serve to edifie,
2. The Sceptic Teacher, who doteth about foolish idle questions, which do not serve to edify,
crd dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp j j n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi,
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6969
and which when all is done, have neither ground nor resolution in the Scriptures.
and which when all is done, have neither ground nor resolution in the Scriptures.
cc r-crq q-crq d vbz vdn, vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp dt n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6970
And here the Schoolmen were extreamly faulty who have filled the world with multitudes of needless and unprofitable scruples,
And Here the Schoolmen were extremely faulty who have filled the world with Multitudes of needless and unprofitable scruples,
cc av dt n2 vbdr av-jn j r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6971
and inquiries, concerning which our Saviour (the great Prophet of the Church) speaketh nothing of or on.
and inquiries, Concerning which our Saviour (the great Prophet of the Church) speaks nothing of or on.
cc n2, vvg r-crq po12 n1 (dt j n1 pp-f dt n1) vvz pix pp-f cc a-acp.
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6972
Such were the points that many of them even spent themselves upon: which many Preachers tossed and canvassed in the Pulpit, by which they spoiled the people,
Such were the points that many of them even spent themselves upon: which many Preachers tossed and canvased in the Pulpit, by which they spoiled the people,
d vbdr dt n2 cst d pp-f pno32 av vvn px32 p-acp: r-crq d n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd dt n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6973
as appears by the Egyptian darkness of those ages which they lived in.
as appears by the Egyptian darkness of those ages which they lived in.
c-acp vvz p-acp dt jp n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp.
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6974
And truly there are many in these days of ours who spend their time and thoughts on idle questions,
And truly there Are many in these days of ours who spend their time and thoughts on idle questions,
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d p-acp d n2 pp-f png12 r-crq vvb po32 n1 cc n2 p-acp j n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6975
and disputes about words, and are extreamly vain in their imaginations, and so are hindred from studying weighty things,
and disputes about words, and Are extremely vain in their Imaginations, and so Are hindered from studying weighty things,
cc vvz p-acp n2, cc vbr av-jn j p-acp po32 n2, cc av vbr vvn p-acp vvg j n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6976
and matters absolutely necessary to salvation.
and matters absolutely necessary to salvation.
cc n2 av-j j p-acp n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
900
Page 241
6977
3. The vain-glorious Teacher, who stuffes his Sermons to the people with nothing else almost but humane Learning;
3. The vainglorious Teacher, who stuffs his Sermons to the people with nothing Else almost but humane Learning;
crd dt j n1, r-crq vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pix av av p-acp j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6978
as if that which Christ hath taught us, would not yeild sufficient matter to deliver to the people.
as if that which christ hath taught us, would not yield sufficient matter to deliver to the people.
c-acp cs d r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, vmd xx vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6979
It's true, my Brethren, there may be in preaching, a lawful use of secular learning, but not a lawful ostentation of it.
It's true, my Brothers, there may be in preaching, a lawful use of secular learning, but not a lawful ostentation of it.
pn31|vbz j, po11 n2, pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp vvg, dt j n1 pp-f j n1, cc-acp xx dt j n1 pp-f pn31.
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6980
Use it we may, so far as it illustrates any thing of Christ, and helps us to the clearer explication,
Use it we may, so Far as it illustrates any thing of christ, and helps us to the clearer explication,
n1 pn31 pns12 vmb, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz d n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt jc n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6981
or better application of it to the hearers.
or better application of it to the hearers.
cc jc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6982
But if we preach our selves and not Christ, if we lay aside the perfect and the pretious doctrine which he hath delivered to us,
But if we preach our selves and not christ, if we lay aside the perfect and the precious Doctrine which he hath Delivered to us,
p-acp cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 cc xx np1, cs pns12 vvb av dt j cc dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12,
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6983
and study nothing else but how to vent our own witt, our own learning, our own fancies;
and study nothing Else but how to vent our own wit, our own learning, our own fancies;
cc vvb pix av cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 d n1, po12 d n1, po12 d n2;
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6984
this is dangerous to our selves, and pernitious to the people.
this is dangerous to our selves, and pernicious to the people.
d vbz j p-acp po12 n2, cc j p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
901
Page 241
6985
And as the Messengers of Christ must utter what they have received from him without addition, so without diminution.
And as the Messengers of christ must utter what they have received from him without addition, so without diminution.
cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, av p-acp n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 241
6986
They must fulfill the Word of Christ as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.25. declare it fully to the people:
They must fulfil the Word of christ as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.25. declare it Fully to the people:
pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1:
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 241
6987
as Jesus Christ revealed fully what his Father put into his mouth, as we have plentifully shewed you:
as jesus christ revealed Fully what his Father put into his Mouth, as we have plentifully showed you:
c-acp np1 np1 vvd av-j r-crq po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns12 vhb av-j vvn pn22:
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 241
6988
so must the Messengers of Christ deliver fully what they have received from him; they must not mince it out of fear or favour, or any other base end.
so must the Messengers of christ deliver Fully what they have received from him; they must not mince it out of Fear or favour, or any other base end.
av vmb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi av-j r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno31; pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31 av pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d j-jn j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 241
6989
It was the strict injunction of the Angel to the Apostle Peter and his fellows, when he sent them forth to preach, Act. 5.20. Go, stand and speak unto the people all the words of this life.
It was the strict injunction of the Angel to the Apostle Peter and his Fellows, when he sent them forth to preach, Act. 5.20. Go, stand and speak unto the people all the words of this life.
pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 cc po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 av pc-acp vvi, n1 crd. vvb, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 d dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 241
6990
And Gods immediate precept to the Prophet, Jer. 26.2. Speak all the words that I command thee, diminish not a word.
And God's immediate precept to the Prophet, Jer. 26.2. Speak all the words that I command thee, diminish not a word.
cc npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvb d dt n2 cst pns11 vvb pno21, vvb xx dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 241
6991
And therefore let not any Messenger of Christ suppress and smother what he hath received, delivering so much as he thinks expedient and no more;
And Therefore let not any Messenger of christ suppress and smother what he hath received, delivering so much as he thinks expedient and no more;
cc av vvb xx d n1 pp-f np1 vvi cc vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vvg av av-d c-acp pns31 vvz j cc dx av-dc;
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 242
6992
so much as suits with his fancy or with his ends.
so much as suits with his fancy or with his ends.
av av-d c-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 242
7015
the man that takes away one word out of the Book of God (that so doth and so continues) is utterly cut off from all these.
the man that Takes away one word out of the Book of God (that so does and so continues) is utterly Cut off from all these.
dt n1 cst vvz av crd n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 (cst av vdz cc av vvz) vbz av-j vvn a-acp p-acp d d.
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
6993
Let him not upon any grounds, considerations, or pretences whatsoever, wrap up any thing in silence which Christ would have him to make known:
Let him not upon any grounds, considerations, or pretences whatsoever, wrap up any thing in silence which christ would have him to make known:
vvb pno31 xx p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2 r-crq, vvb a-acp d n1 p-acp n1 r-crq np1 vmd vhi pno31 pc-acp vvi vvn:
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 242
6994
But let all his Embassadors resolve with faithful Micaiah, whatsoever the Lord shall put in our mouths,
But let all his ambassadors resolve with faithful Micaiah, whatsoever the Lord shall put in our mouths,
cc-acp vvb d po31 n2 vvb p-acp j np1, r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 242
6995
whether it be good or evill, whether the hearers will approve it or dislike it, that will we speak.
whither it be good or evil, whither the hearers will approve it or dislike it, that will we speak.
cs pn31 vbb j cc j-jn, cs dt n2 vmb vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31, cst vmb pns12 vvi.
(33) part (DIV2)
902
Page 242
6996
I shall lay down a few Considerations, which though they may not seem so pertinent and proper for this Assembly,
I shall lay down a few Considerations, which though they may not seem so pertinent and proper for this Assembly,
pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt d n2, r-crq cs pns32 vmb xx vvi av j cc j p-acp d n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
903
Page 242
6997
yet may be of some use;
yet may be of Some use;
av vmb vbi pp-f d n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
903
Page 242
6998
At least to make you bear with Ministers the better in their faithfull dealing with you,
At least to make you bear with Ministers the better in their faithful dealing with you,
p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb p-acp n2 dt jc p-acp po32 j n-vvg p-acp pn22,
(33) part (DIV2)
903
Page 242
6999
when you see how much it lies upon them to be faithful: For
when you see how much it lies upon them to be faithful: For
c-crq pn22 vvb c-crq av-d pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi j: c-acp
(33) part (DIV2)
903
Page 242
7000
1. If they suppress and smother what they have received to deliver, they draw upon themselves the guilt of blood;
1. If they suppress and smother what they have received to deliver, they draw upon themselves the guilt of blood;
crd cs pns32 vvi cc vvi r-crq pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7001
yea, of the blood of souls;
yea, of the blood of Souls;
uh, pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2;
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7002
yea, of the souls of those whom they are bound to watch for, as those for whom they are to give up an account when the day of reckoning comes.
yea, of the Souls of those whom they Are bound to watch for, as those for whom they Are to give up an account when the day of reckoning comes.
uh, pp-f dt n2 pp-f d ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, c-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz.
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7003
And this appeareth evidently by the Apostles protestation to the Elders of Ephesus, Act. 20.26. I take you to record this day that I am pure from the blood of all men.
And this appears evidently by the Apostles protestation to the Elders of Ephesus, Act. 20.26. I take you to record this day that I am pure from the blood of all men.
cc d vvz av-j p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f np1, n1 crd. pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1 cst pns11 vbm j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7004
How so? For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the Counsel of God;
How so? For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the Counsel of God;
c-crq av? c-acp pns11 vhb xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d dt n1 pp-f np1;
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7005
not some, but all his Counsel. They that hide any, are not pure from blood; no, not from the blood of souls, which is a formidable thing.
not Some, but all his Counsel. They that hide any, Are not pure from blood; no, not from the blood of Souls, which is a formidable thing.
xx d, cc-acp d po31 n1. pns32 cst vvb d, vbr xx j p-acp n1; uh-dx, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7006
The blood of bodies hath a voyce, and cryes aloud for wrath and vengeance upon them that shed it;
The blood of bodies hath a voice, and cries aloud for wrath and vengeance upon them that shed it;
dt n1 pp-f n2 vhz dt n1, cc vvz av p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvd pn31;
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7007
The blood of souls speaks worse things, and cryeth louder then that of Abel.
The blood of Souls speaks Worse things, and Cries Louder then that of Abel.
dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz av-jc n2, cc vvz av-jc cs d pp-f np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
904
Page 242
7008
2. If they suppress, &c. they do (in the desert) deprive themselves of any share in the mercy of the Lord.
2. If they suppress, etc. they do (in the desert) deprive themselves of any share in the mercy of the Lord.
crd cs pns32 vvi, av pns32 vdb (p-acp dt n1) vvi px32 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7009
It is a dreadful sentence against such, which God himself doth not seem to speak so much as to thunder out against them, Apoc. 22.19. If any man shall take away (saith he) from the words of this book;
It is a dreadful sentence against such, which God himself does not seem to speak so much as to thunder out against them, Apocalypse 22.19. If any man shall take away (Says he) from the words of this book;
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d, r-crq np1 px31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno32, np1 crd. cs d n1 vmb vvi av (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7010
Well, if he do, what then? the Lord shall take away his part out of the Book of life,
Well, if he do, what then? the Lord shall take away his part out of the Book of life,
av, cs pns31 vdb, r-crq av? dt n1 vmb vvi av po31 n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7011
and out of the holy City, and from the things that are written in this Book. and out of the holy city, and from the things that Are written in this Book.
cc av pp-f dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7012
If there be any happiness to be enjoyed in Heaven and in the new Jerusalem, which is above;
If there be any happiness to be enjoyed in Heaven and in the new Jerusalem, which is above;
cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt j np1, r-crq vbz a-acp;
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7013
if there be any mercy mentioned in the Book of God, in all the pretious promises from the beginning of it to the end;
if there be any mercy mentioned in the Book of God, in all the precious promises from the beginning of it to the end;
cs pc-acp vbb d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7014
if there be any priviledge to have a part in the blessed Book of life;
if there be any privilege to have a part in the blessed Book of life;
cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7016
He that is able to diminish blessings, and to bring them down so low that nothing of them shall remain, will recompense them who diminish his word,
He that is able to diminish blessings, and to bring them down so low that nothing of them shall remain, will recompense them who diminish his word,
pns31 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av j cst pix pp-f pno32 vmb vvi, vmb vvi pno32 r-crq vvb po31 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7017
and pay them home in the same kind wherein they sin. 3. If they suppress, &c. they expose themselves to ignominy and contempt with men.
and pay them home in the same kind wherein they sin. 3. If they suppress, etc. they expose themselves to ignominy and contempt with men.
cc vvi pno32 av-an p-acp dt d n1 c-crq pns32 vvb. crd cs pns32 vvi, av pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
905
Page 242
7018
They think perhaps to gratifie and please, and to be loved and honoured and esteemed by this means, viz. by hiding and concealing that which they imagine will not rellish with the people.
They think perhaps to gratify and please, and to be loved and honoured and esteemed by this means, viz. by hiding and concealing that which they imagine will not relish with the people.
pns32 vvb av pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2, n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg d r-crq pns32 vvb vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 242
7019
But God will meet with such in this preposterous way of theirs, and cross them so, that this shall make them despicable in the eyes of all men.
But God will meet with such in this preposterous Way of theirs, and cross them so, that this shall make them despicable in the eyes of all men.
p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp d j n1 pp-f png32, cc vvi pno32 av, cst d vmb vvi pno32 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7020
I have made you (saith the Lord to the unfaithful Priests of Israel) contemptible and base before all the people. I have made you (Says the Lord to the unfaithful Priests of Israel) contemptible and base before all the people.
pns11 vhb vvn pn22 (vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1) j cc j p-acp d dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7021
And why so? because you have not kept my ways, but have been partial in the Law.
And why so? Because you have not kept my ways, but have been partial in the Law.
cc c-crq av? c-acp pn22 vhb xx vvn po11 n2, cc-acp vhb vbn j p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7022
Some of it you have delivered, and some of it you have concealed, according as your hearers,
some of it you have Delivered, and Some of it you have concealed, according as your hearers,
d pp-f pn31 pn22 vhb vvn, cc d pp-f pn31 pn22 vhb vvn, vvg p-acp po22 n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7023
and the times would bear, you have dealt partially with it. And thus you thought perhaps to get your selves esteem and love among the people.
and the times would bear, you have dealt partially with it. And thus you Thought perhaps to get your selves esteem and love among the people.
cc dt n2 vmd vvi, pn22 vhb vvn av-j p-acp pn31. cc av pn22 vvd av pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7024
But it is fallen out quite contrary, clean against your expectation; For all men look upon you now as self-seekers, men-pleasers, and time-servers:
But it is fallen out quite contrary, clean against your expectation; For all men look upon you now as self-seekers, men-pleasers, and time-servers:
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn av av j-jn, j p-acp po22 n1; c-acp d n2 vvb p-acp pn22 av c-acp j, n2, cc j:
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7025
and so you are become contemptible and base by this means. And if you look on those at this day who are partial in the Law,
and so you Are become contemptible and base by this means. And if you look on those At this day who Are partial in the Law,
cc av pn22 vbr vvn j cc j p-acp d n2. cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp d p-acp d n1 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7026
and who apply it only against one side, who reprove and threaten none but those that are not of their own party, you shall find them of no great esteem among the people.
and who apply it only against one side, who reprove and threaten none but those that Are not of their own party, you shall find them of no great esteem among the people.
cc q-crq vvb pn31 av-j p-acp crd n1, r-crq vvb cc vvi pix cc-acp d cst vbr xx pp-f po32 d n1, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f dx j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
906
Page 243
7027
4. If they suppress, &c. as they expose themselves to shame, so to wrong from men too.
4. If they suppress, etc. as they expose themselves to shame, so to wrong from men too.
crd cs pns32 vvi, av c-acp pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 av.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7028
They lay themselves by their unfaithfulness the more open to abuses and injuries and molestations from the people:
They lay themselves by their unfaithfulness the more open to Abuses and injuries and molestations from the people:
pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 n1 dt av-dc j p-acp n2 cc n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1:
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7029
Whereas if they be faithful, they are under Gods protection;
Whereas if they be faithful, they Are under God's protection;
cs cs pns32 vbb j, pns32 vbr p-acp npg1 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7030
I have made thee (saith the Lord, encouraging the Prophet) a defenced City, and an Iron pillar and brazen walls against the whole Land, against the Princes thereof, against the Preists thereof, and against the whole land; I have made thee (Says the Lord, encouraging the Prophet) a defenced city, and an Iron pillar and brazen walls against the Whole Land, against the Princes thereof, against the Priests thereof, and against the Whole land;
pns11 vhb vvn pno21 (vvz dt n1, vvg dt n1) dt j-vvn n1, cc dt n1 n1 cc j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 av, p-acp dt n2 av, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7031
and they shall fight against thee, but they shall not prevail; and they shall fight against thee, but they shall not prevail;
cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi;
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7032
and what of this? Therefore gird up thy loins, and speak unto them all that I command thee, Jer. 1.17. with-hold not any thing for fear that I would have thee to deliver, be bold and confident in my protection.
and what of this? Therefore gird up thy loins, and speak unto them all that I command thee, Jer. 1.17. withhold not any thing for Fear that I would have thee to deliver, be bold and confident in my protection.
cc r-crq pp-f d? av vvi a-acp po21 n2, cc vvi p-acp pno32 d cst pns11 vvb pno21, np1 crd. vvi xx d n1 p-acp n1 cst pns11 vmd vhi pno21 p-acp vvi, vbb j cc j p-acp po11 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7033
Be not dismaid at their faces, least I confound thee before them.
Be not dismayed At their faces, lest I confound thee before them.
vbb xx vvn p-acp po32 n2, cs pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7236
and they are both of them for his people.
and they Are both of them for his people.
cc pns32 vbr d pp-f pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
938
Page 251
7034
The Lord hath always taken special care of them, who have been trusty in the delivery of his message.
The Lord hath always taken special care of them, who have been trusty in the delivery of his message.
dt n1 vhz av vvn j n1 pp-f pno32, r-crq vhb vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7035
And hence the Prophet David having said, he suffered no man to do them wrong,
And hence the Prophet David having said, he suffered no man to do them wrong,
cc av dt n1 np1 vhg vvn, pns31 vvd dx n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 n-jn,
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7036
but reproved even Kings for their sakes, discovers in the words immediately annexed, who they were that had this special interest in Gods protection.but reproved even Kings for their sakes, discovers in the words immediately annexed, who they were that had this special Interest in God's protection.
cc-acp vvd av n2 p-acp po32 n2, vvz p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn, r-crq pns32 vbdr cst vhd d j n1 p-acp npg1 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7037
Touch not mine anointed and do my Prophets no harm, Psal. 105.15.Touch not mine anointed and do my prophets no harm, Psalm 105.15.
vvb xx po11 j-vvn cc vdb po11 n2 dx n1, np1 crd.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7038
And that Prophetical Petition of Moses in behalf of Levi, is notable to this purpose, Deut. 33.11. Strike through the loyns of them that rise against him, and of them that hate him, that they rise no more.
And that Prophetical Petition of Moses in behalf of Levi, is notable to this purpose, Deuteronomy 33.11. Strike through the loins of them that rise against him, and of them that hate him, that they rise no more.
cc cst j vvb pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1, vbz j p-acp d n1, np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno31, cc pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31, cst pns32 vvb av-dx av-dc.
(33) part (DIV2)
907
Page 243
7039
Now if you ask me how it comes to pass that notwithstanding th assurances in the Name of God himself, ungodly men have risen and pr•vailed against the faithful Messengers of Jesus Christ, sometimes to their utter extirpation.
Now if you ask me how it comes to pass that notwithstanding that assurances in the Name of God himself, ungodly men have risen and pr•vailed against the faithful Messengers of jesus christ, sometime to their utter extirpation.
av cs pn22 vvb pno11 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, j n2 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1, av p-acp po32 j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
908
Page 243
7040
To this I answer in a word, It was not that the Lord was careless of their peace and welfare,
To this I answer in a word, It was not that the Lord was careless of their peace and welfare,
p-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds xx d dt n1 vbds j pp-f po32 n1 cc n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
909
Page 243
7041
but it was because they had dispatched the work which God had given them to do, they had finished their testimony, as the expression is, Apoc. 11.7.
but it was Because they had dispatched the work which God had given them to do, they had finished their testimony, as the expression is, Apocalypse 11.7.
cc-acp pn31 vbds c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi, pns32 vhd vvn po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(33) part (DIV2)
909
Page 243
7042
Or else because the Lord fore-saw he should receive more honour by their suffering then their peace, Phil. 1.12.
Or Else Because the Lord foresaw he should receive more honour by their suffering then their peace, Philip 1.12.
cc av c-acp dt n1 vvd pns31 vmd vvi dc n1 p-acp po32 vvg av po32 n1, np1 crd.
(33) part (DIV2)
909
Page 243
7043
And thus far of our Saviours faithfulness in the delivering of his Message, from his Father to his people.
And thus Far of our Saviors faithfulness in the delivering of his Message, from his Father to his people.
cc av av-j pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
909
Page 243
7044
The issue and event of this fidelity of his, comes now in order to be handled,
The issue and event of this Fidis of his, comes now in order to be handled,
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn,
(33) part (DIV2)
910
Page 243
7045
and that as I have shewed in two respects.
and that as I have showed in two respects.
cc d c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp crd n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
910
Page 243
7046
First with relation to the Message, which he brought, they have received them, saith he, (that is) the words that I delivered to them in thy Name;
First with Relation to the Message, which he brought, they have received them, Says he, (that is) the words that I Delivered to them in thy Name;
ord p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd, pns32 vhb vvn pno32, vvz pns31, (cst vbz) dt n2 cst pns11 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po21 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
910
Page 244
7047
Secondly, then with relation to himself the Messenger, they have known surely that I came from thee,
Secondly, then with Relation to himself the Messenger, they have known surely that I Come from thee,
ord, av p-acp n1 p-acp px31 dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd p-acp pno21,
(33) part (DIV2)
910
Page 244
7048
and have believed that thou didst send me. and have believed that thou didst send me.
cc vhb vvn cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11.
(33) part (DIV2)
910
Page 244
7049
So that here is their good reception of the Message, and their good perswasion of the Messenger delivered in such plain expressions, that they will need no Explication.
So that Here is their good reception of the Message, and their good persuasion of the Messenger Delivered in such plain expressions, that they will need no Explication.
av cst av vbz po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d j n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi dx n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7050
The only seeming difficulty lies in this, how Christ as Man and Mediator may be said to have come out from God,
The only seeming difficulty lies in this, how christ as Man and Mediator may be said to have come out from God,
dt j j-vvg n1 vvz p-acp d, c-crq np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn av p-acp np1,
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7051
since in that Nature he was never with him, in regard of his immediate presence in the heavens.
since in that Nature he was never with him, in regard of his immediate presence in the heavens.
c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vbds av-x p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7052
Truly, my Brethren, he came not from him locally, but he came from him Ministerially;
Truly, my Brothers, he Come not from him locally, but he Come from him Ministerially;
np1, po11 n2, pns31 vvd xx p-acp pno31 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 av-jn;
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7053
he came not from him in respect of place, but he came from him in respect of mission,
he Come not from him in respect of place, but he Come from him in respect of mission,
pns31 vvd xx p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7054
because he came of his Message, and of his Errand:
Because he Come of his Message, and of his Errand:
c-acp pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1:
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7055
and so our Saviour Christ explains himself by an Exegesis in the succeeding parcel of the verse, They have known surely that I came out from thee, that is, they have believed that thou didst send me.
and so our Saviour christ explains himself by an Exegesis in the succeeding parcel of the verse, They have known surely that I Come out from thee, that is, they have believed that thou didst send me.
cc av po12 n1 np1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21, cst vbz, pns32 vhb vvn cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11.
(33) part (DIV2)
911
Page 244
7056
Now both of these particulars, importing the good carriage and behaviour of the Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour, both with relation to his message,
Now both of these particulars, importing the good carriage and behaviour of the Apostles and Disciples of our Saviour, both with Relation to his message,
av d pp-f d n2-j, vvg dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7057
and to himself the Messenger, may be considered two ways. Either in a joynt dependance of both of them on that which goes before;
and to himself the Messenger, may be considered two ways. Either in a joint dependence of both of them on that which Goes before;
cc p-acp px31 dt n1, vmb vbi vvn crd n2. av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32 p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp;
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7058
Or else in a particular dependance of one of them, upon the other.
Or Else in a particular dependence of one of them, upon the other.
cc av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f crd pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n-jn.
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7059
If you consider them and look upon them, in a joynt dependance upon that which goes before.
If you Consider them and look upon them, in a joint dependence upon that which Goes before.
cs pn22 vvb pno32 cc vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp.
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7060
So they are both of them the fruit and the effect of the faithfulness of Christ.
So they Are both of them the fruit and the Effect of the faithfulness of christ.
av pns32 vbr d pp-f pno32 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7061
He was exact in the delivery of his message to a word, as he declares himself in the fore-going parcel of the verse, which we have even now dispatched, and the event was this;
He was exact in the delivery of his message to a word, as he declares himself in the foregoing parcel of the verse, which we have even now dispatched, and the event was this;
pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns12 vhb av av vvn, cc dt n1 vbds d;
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7062
That both his Message and himself were very well received and entertained among his hearers; So that here I might lay down this observation.
That both his Message and himself were very well received and entertained among his hearers; So that Here I might lay down this observation.
cst d po31 n1 cc px31 vbdr av av vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n2; av cst av pns11 vmd vvi a-acp d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7063
DOCTRINE. The faithfulness of the Messenger of God, in the discharge and execution of his Office, is of very great avail,DOCTRINE. The faithfulness of the Messenger of God, in the discharge and execution of his Office, is of very great avail,
n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz pp-f av j n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7064
and efficacy to commend his Message, and himself unto the people.
and efficacy to commend his Message, and himself unto the people.
cc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc px31 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
912
Page 244
7065
I shall but only touch at this, because though it be a truth, yet it is not a proper and a seasonable truth to be insisted on in this Assembly:
I shall but only touch At this, Because though it be a truth, yet it is not a proper and a seasonable truth to be insisted on in this Assembly:
pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j vvi p-acp d, c-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1, av pn31 vbz xx dt j cc dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvd a-acp p-acp d n1:
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7066
You see the issue of it in our Saviour here, the chief Messenger of God; he was absolutely faithful in the trust that was reposed in him by his Father;
You see the issue of it in our Saviour Here, the chief Messenger of God; he was absolutely faithful in the trust that was reposed in him by his Father;
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n1 av, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vbds av-j j p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7067
and this was that which came of it, and followed it among his hearers. Their good reception of 〈 ◊ 〉 message, they received his words.
and this was that which Come of it, and followed it among his hearers. Their good reception of 〈 ◊ 〉 message, they received his words.
cc d vbds d r-crq vvd pp-f pn31, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n2. po32 j n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1, pns32 vvd po31 n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7068
Their good perswasion of himself the Messenger; they knew for certain that be came from God.
Their good persuasion of himself the Messenger; they knew for certain that be Come from God.
po32 j n1 pp-f px31 dt n1; pns32 vvd p-acp j cst vbb vvd p-acp np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7069
And where did ever any Messenger of Christ, that was faithful in his place, miss altogether of success,
And where did ever any Messenger of christ, that was faithful in his place, miss altogether of success,
cc q-crq vdd av d n1 pp-f np1, cst vbds j p-acp po31 n1, vvb av pp-f n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7070
and good esteem among the people? It's true, some will dislike him and oppose him,
and good esteem among the people? It's true, Some will dislike him and oppose him,
cc j n1 p-acp dt n1? pn31|vbz j, d vmb vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31,
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7071
and hate him for his faithfulness, as Ahab did Micaiah. But the wisest and the best will value him,
and hate him for his faithfulness, as Ahab did Micaiah. But the Wisest and the best will valve him,
cc vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp np1 vdd np1. p-acp dt js cc dt js vmb vvi pno31,
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 244
7072
and love him, and respect him for it.
and love him, and respect him for it.
cc vvb pno31, cc vvb pno31 p-acp pn31.
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7073
There is a special blessing of the Lord on the fidelity of his Embassadors, which is the cause and reason that they seldom fail of doing some good,
There is a special blessing of the Lord on the Fidis of his ambassadors, which is the cause and reason that they seldom fail of doing Some good,
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 cst pns32 av vvb pp-f vdg d j,
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7074
and of finding some fruit, and of having some regard from those whom they are sent to.
and of finding Some fruit, and of having Some regard from those whom they Are sent to.
cc pp-f vvg d n1, cc pp-f vhg d n1 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp.
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7075
And there is something in their faithfulness it self, when it comes once to be observed by the people, to gain their hearts,
And there is something in their faithfulness it self, when it comes once to be observed by the people, to gain their hearts,
cc pc-acp vbz pi p-acp po32 n1 pn31 n1, c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7076
and to win their good affections and submission to themselves and to their preaching.
and to win their good affections and submission to themselves and to their preaching.
cc pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 cc n1 p-acp px32 cc p-acp po32 vvg.
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7077
When they are once perswaded and convinced that their Minister is faithful, this hath a mighty operation on them,
When they Are once persuaded and convinced that their Minister is faithful, this hath a mighty operation on them,
c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp vvn cc vvd d po32 n1 vbz j, d vhz dt j n1 p-acp pno32,
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7078
if they be not very stupid and prophane, to make them hear him, and respect him, and obey him.
if they be not very stupid and profane, to make them hear him, and respect him, and obey him.
cs pns32 vbb xx av j cc j, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31.
(33) part (DIV2)
913
Page 245
7079
So that to give you but a word of Application, this points us with the finger to the true and real cause,
So that to give you but a word of Application, this points us with the finger to the true and real cause,
av cst pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
914
Page 245
7080
why many that pretend themselves at least to be the Messengers of God, and the Messengers of Christ, do find no better entertainment with the people.
why many that pretend themselves At least to be the Messengers of God, and the Messengers of christ, do find no better entertainment with the people.
c-crq d cst vvb px32 p-acp ds pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, vdb vvi av-dx av-jc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
914
Page 245
7081
Their persons are despised, their Ministry is slighted, themselves and their words are not regarded.
Their Persons Are despised, their Ministry is slighted, themselves and their words Are not regarded.
po32 n2 vbr vvn, po32 n1 vbz vvn, px32 cc po32 n2 vbr xx vvn.
(33) part (DIV2)
914
Page 245
7082
What's the reason? the people find they are unfaithful, and hence it is that they have no opinion of them, no regard at all to them.
What's the reason? the people find they Are unfaithful, and hence it is that they have no opinion of them, no regard At all to them.
q-crq|vbz dt n1? dt n1 vvb pns32 vbr j, cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno32, dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
914
Page 245
7083
And therefore they that would be well esteemed among their hearers, that would have their Ministry find some success,
And Therefore they that would be well esteemed among their hearers, that would have their Ministry find Some success,
cc av pns32 cst vmd vbi av vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst vmd vhi po32 n1 vvi d n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
914
Page 245
7084
and fruit and efficacy in them, must shew all good fidelity in the discharge and execution of their Office.
and fruit and efficacy in them, must show all good Fidis in the discharge and execution of their Office.
cc n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
914
Page 245
7085
But you will ask me, How may this be done, and wherein doth this consist? I will shew you in a word,
But you will ask me, How may this be done, and wherein does this consist? I will show you in a word,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmb d vbi vdn, cc c-crq vdz d vvi? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
915
Page 245
7086
and pass on to another point of Observation.
and pass on to Another point of Observation.
cc vvi a-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
915
Page 245
7087
The Messenger of Jesus Christ, if he will be well received and well-approved, must shew his faithfulness especially two wayes.
The Messenger of jesus christ, if he will be well received and well-approved, must show his faithfulness especially two ways.
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cs pns31 vmb vbi av vvn cc j, vmb vvi po31 n1 av-j crd n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
915
Page 245
7088
1. In an active way he must shew his faithfulness in two respects. First in a right delivery of his Message, as he receives it from his Master;
1. In an active Way he must show his faithfulness in two respects. First in a right delivery of his Message, as he receives it from his Master;
crd p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp crd n2. ord p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
916
Page 245
7089
and secondly in a delivery of it too for a right end, that is, for his Masters end, and not his own.
and secondly in a delivery of it too for a right end, that is, for his Masters end, and not his own.
cc ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vbz, p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc xx po31 d.
(33) part (DIV2)
916
Page 245
7090
1. He must shew it in a right delivery of his Message, just as he receives it from his Master.
1. He must show it in a right delivery of his Message, just as he receives it from his Master.
crd pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, av c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7091
He must not alter it or change it in the least degree, to make it suit with the genius of the times,
He must not altar it or change it in the least degree, to make it suit with the genius of the times,
pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt ds n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7092
or the pleasure of Superiors, or the corruption of the people.
or the pleasure of Superiors, or the corruption of the people.
cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7093
For if they once perceive that he will scrue the word to any interest, and make it to comply with any humor,
For if they once perceive that he will scrue the word to any Interest, and make it to comply with any humour,
p-acp cs pns32 a-acp vvb cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7094
though they may like it well enough, whose humors and corruptions he complies with, yet they will never like him,
though they may like it well enough, whose humours and corruptions he complies with, yet they will never like him,
cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av av-d, rg-crq n2 cc n2 pns31 vvz p-acp, av pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno31,
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7095
nor think the better of him, but the worse. No, they will look upon him as a man of no fidelity, of no conscience:
nor think the better of him, but the Worse. No, they will look upon him as a man of no Fidis, of no conscience:
ccx vvb dt jc pp-f pno31, cc-acp dt jc. uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dx n1, pp-f dx n1:
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7096
and so accordingly will suspect and undervalue any thing that he delivers.
and so accordingly will suspect and undervalue any thing that he delivers.
cc av av-vvg n1 n1 cc vvi d n1 cst pns31 vvz.
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7097
Whereas if he deliver what he hath received without fear, without favour, and will not vary in the least degree, to comply with any man, they must take it as it comes, they will say of him as Ahab of Micaiah, 1 King. 22.8. I hate him, for he prophesies against me still;
Whereas if he deliver what he hath received without Fear, without favour, and will not vary in the least degree, to comply with any man, they must take it as it comes, they will say of him as Ahab of Micaiah, 1 King. 22.8. I hate him, for he prophecies against me still;
cs cs pns31 vvb r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp dt ds n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 c-acp pn31 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi pp-f pno31 c-acp np1 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd. pns11 vvb pno31, c-acp pns31 n2 p-acp pno11 av;
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7098
but yet he is a Prophet of the Lord:
but yet he is a Prophet of the Lord:
p-acp av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7099
he crosses me and meets with me continually, but yet I must confess he is an honest and a faithful man.
he Crosses me and meets with me continually, but yet I must confess he is an honest and a faithful man.
pns31 vvz pno11 cc vvz p-acp pno11 av-j, cc-acp av pns11 vmb vvi pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
917
Page 245
7100
2. As he must shew his faithfulness in a right and just delivery of his Message,
2. As he must show his faithfulness in a right and just delivery of his Message,
crd p-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n-jn cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
918
Page 245
7101
so in the second place in a delivery of it too, for right ends; conceive it, for his Masters ends and not his own.
so in the second place in a delivery of it too, for right ends; conceive it, for his Masters ends and not his own.
av p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av, p-acp j-jn n2; vvb pn31, c-acp po31 ng1 n2 cc xx po31 d.
(33) part (DIV2)
918
Page 245
7102
To advance Christs glory, to build up Christs Church, to save the souls of Christs people;
To advance Christ glory, to built up Christ Church, to save the Souls of Christ people;
p-acp vvi npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
918
Page 246
7103
If we would be well received and entertained, our hearers must have no occasion to distrust, that that which we deliver (though for the matter of it right and sound) is to satisfie our own passion,
If we would be well received and entertained, our hearers must have no occasion to distrust, that that which we deliver (though for the matter of it right and found) is to satisfy our own passion,
cs pns12 vmd vbi av vvn cc vvn, po12 n2 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d r-crq pns12 vvb (cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvi cc j) vbz pc-acp vvi po12 d n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
918
Page 246
7104
or to promote our own ends. First, not to satisfie our own passions.
or to promote our own ends. First, not to satisfy our own passion.
cc pc-acp vvi po12 d n2. ord, xx pc-acp vvi po12 d n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
918
Page 246
7105
They must not think that our seeming heat and zeal is for our selves, and not for Christ:
They must not think that our seeming heat and zeal is for our selves, and not for christ:
pns32 vmb xx vvi cst po12 j-vvg n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, cc xx p-acp np1:
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7106
and this we must be very wary of in the great differences that are on foot at this time.
and this we must be very wary of in the great differences that Are on foot At this time.
cc d pns12 vmb vbi av j pp-f p-acp dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7107
Corruption will be apt enough (if there were nothing else) to make us sharp and bitter against those and their opinions, who are it may be violent against us;
Corruption will be apt enough (if there were nothing Else) to make us sharp and bitter against those and their opinions, who Are it may be violent against us;
n1 vmb vbi j av-d (cs pc-acp vbdr pix av) pc-acp vvi pno12 j cc j p-acp d cc po32 n2, r-crq vbr pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12;
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7108
and if they apprehend us so, we shall never do them good:
and if they apprehend us so, we shall never do them good:
cc cs pns32 vvb pno12 av, pns12 vmb av-x vdi pno32 j:
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7109
and therefore we should strive to carry matters so, that we may satisfie them, and convince them, that we speak nothing out of spleen against them.
and Therefore we should strive to carry matters so, that we may satisfy them, and convince them, that we speak nothing out of spleen against them.
cc av pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n2 av, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32, cst pns12 vvb pix av pp-f n1 p-acp pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7110
And to this end it would be prudence to forbear loose flings, and bitter girds at them.
And to this end it would be prudence to forbear lose flings, and bitter girds At them.
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vmd vbi n1 pc-acp vvi j vvz, cc j n2 p-acp pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7111
We must in no wise betray any truth of Jesus Christ, by our neglecting to appear and shew our selves for it, who ever set themselves against it;
We must in no wise betray any truth of jesus christ, by our neglecting to appear and show our selves for it, who ever Set themselves against it;
pns12 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi d n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp po12 vvg p-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq av vvn px32 p-acp pn31;
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7112
But we should rather do it in a way of reason and solid conviction, then in a way of passion and bitter opposition;
But we should rather do it in a Way of reason and solid conviction, then in a Way of passion and bitter opposition;
cc-acp pns12 vmd av-c vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7113
and in this way undoubtedly we shall do Christ and it most service.
and in this Way undoubtedly we shall do christ and it most service.
cc p-acp d n1 av-j pns12 vmb vdi np1 cc pn31 ds n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
919
Page 246
7114
Secondly, our hearers must have no occasion to distrust, that that which we deliver, aimeth at our own respects:
Secondly, our hearers must have no occasion to distrust, that that which we deliver, aimeth At our own respects:
ord, po12 n2 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d r-crq pns12 vvb, vvz p-acp po12 d n2:
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7115
That we seek our selves in it; our own honour by vain ostentation of wisdom, and eloquence, and secular learning;
That we seek our selves in it; our own honour by vain ostentation of Wisdom, and eloquence, and secular learning;
cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pn31; po12 d n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7116
Our own advantage by insinuation and pleasing, and flattery, so making merchandize of those that hear us, as the Apostles phrase is;
Our own advantage by insinuation and pleasing, and flattery, so making merchandise of those that hear us, as the Apostles phrase is;
po12 d n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, cc n1, av vvg n1 pp-f d cst vvb pno12, c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz;
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7383
We are no longer Satans neither;
We Are no longer Satan neither;
pns12 vbr av-dx av-jc npg1 av-dx;
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7117
we must be able to appeal for this as the Apostle did, 1 Thes. 2.3. Our exhortation was not of deceit or guile;
we must be able to appeal for this as the Apostle did, 1 Thebes 2.3. Our exhortation was not of deceit or guile;
pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp dt n1 vdd, crd np1 crd. po12 n1 vbds xx pp-f n1 cc n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7118
but as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who tries our hearts.
but as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the Gospel, so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who tries our hearts.
cc-acp c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns12 vvb, xx p-acp j-vvg n2, cc-acp np1 r-crq vvz po12 n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7119
For neither at any time used we flattering words (as ye know) nor a cloke of covetousness, God is witness. For neither At any time used we flattering words (as you know) nor a cloak of covetousness, God is witness.
p-acp dx p-acp d n1 vvd po12 j-vvg n2 (c-acp pn22 vvb) ccx av n1 pp-f n1, np1 vbz n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7120
If such a cloke as that be used by any that pretends himself a messenger of Christ, a cloke to hide and cover base ends,
If such a cloak as that be used by any that pretends himself a Messenger of christ, a cloak to hide and cover base ends,
cs d dt n1 c-acp d vbb vvn p-acp d cst vvz px31 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7121
and once the people come to look under that cloke, and to see what is within, they will never like him more.
and once the people come to look under that cloak, and to see what is within, they will never like him more.
cc a-acp dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz a-acp, pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno31 av-dc.
(33) part (DIV2)
920
Page 246
7122
And as the Messenger of Christ, if he would be well received, must shew his faithfulness to Christ his Master, in an active, so in a passive way.
And as the Messenger of christ, if he would be well received, must show his faithfulness to christ his Master, in an active, so in a passive Way.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vmd vbi av vvn, vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1, p-acp dt j, av p-acp dt j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 246
7123
As in a right delivery of his message both for the matter and the ends of it,
As in a right delivery of his message both for the matter and the ends of it,
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31,
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 246
7124
so in a constant and a patient suffering for that which he hath so delivered, if Christ shall call him thereunto.
so in a constant and a patient suffering for that which he hath so Delivered, if christ shall call him thereunto.
av p-acp dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn, cs np1 vmb vvi pno31 av.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 246
7125
In the first place he must be sure that that which he delivers is indeed his Masters message;
In the First place he must be sure that that which he delivers is indeed his Masters message;
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vmb vbi j cst d r-crq pns31 vvz vbz av po31 ng1 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 246
7126
and then he must stand to it, even to the loss of liberty, and goods, and name, and life and all.
and then he must stand to it, even to the loss of liberty, and goods, and name, and life and all.
cc cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2-j, cc n1, cc n1 cc d.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 246
7127
For if the people see him flinch when he is called to this, if they perceive that he will suffer nothing for that which he hath preached to them with so much earnestness, with so much confidence, with so much seeming resolution, farewell their acceptation, their estimation of him any more.
For if the people see him flinch when he is called to this, if they perceive that he will suffer nothing for that which he hath preached to them with so much earnestness, with so much confidence, with so much seeming resolution, farewell their acceptation, their estimation of him any more.
p-acp cs dt n1 vvb pno31 vvi c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d, cs pns32 vvb cst pns31 vmb vvi pix p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp av d n1, p-acp av d n1, p-acp av d j-vvg n1, n1 po32 n1, po32 n1 pp-f pno31 d dc.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 246
7128
They will see he is a hireling (as Christ speaks of such a one) and so accordingly they will account of him.
They will see he is a hireling (as christ speaks of such a one) and so accordingly they will account of him.
pns32 vmb vvi pns31 vbz dt n1 (c-acp np1 vvz pp-f d dt pi) cc av av-vvg pns32 vmb vvi pp-f pno31.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7129
The good and faithful Shepherd, saith our Saviour, Joh. 10.11. gives his life for the Sheep. The good and faithful Shepherd, Says our Saviour, John 10.11. gives his life for the Sheep.
dt j cc j n1, vvz po12 n1, np1 crd. vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7130
But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd of the sheep, whose own the sheep are not, sees the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep.
But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd of the sheep, whose own the sheep Are not, sees the wolf coming, and Leaveth the sheep.
p-acp pns31 cst vbz dt n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, rg-crq d dt n1 vbr xx, vvz dt n1 vvg, cc vvz dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7131
The hireling flyeth because he is a hireling, &c. By which it is apparent, that it is the part but of a hireling and a mercenary man, who serves for nothing else but wages, to fly when trouble and when danger comes.The hireling flies Because he is a hireling, etc. By which it is apparent, that it is the part but of a hireling and a mercenary man, who serves for nothing Else but wages, to fly when trouble and when danger comes.
dt n1 vvz c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, av p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cc-acp pp-f dt n1 cc dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pix av cc-acp n2, pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 cc c-crq n1 vvz.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7132
And hence the faithful Messengers of Christ, have sealed their teachings with their sufferings, and their blood,
And hence the faithful Messengers of christ, have sealed their teachings with their sufferings, and their blood,
cc av dt j n2 pp-f np1, vhb vvn po32 n2-vvg p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7133
as I might give you many instances out of the stories of the Scripture and the Church.
as I might give you many instances out of the stories of the Scripture and the Church.
c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d n2 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7134
And therefore they that will preserve the credit of their Ministry, and hold up the power and operation of it with the people, must be extreamly circumspect that they deliver nothing but what they know to be the truth of Christ,
And Therefore they that will preserve the credit of their Ministry, and hold up the power and operation of it with the people, must be extremely circumspect that they deliver nothing but what they know to be the truth of christ,
cc av pns32 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi av-jn j cst pns32 vvb pix cc-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1,
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7135
for which they must rather suffer then revoke it; and then they must be valiant when the time of trial comes;
for which they must rather suffer then revoke it; and then they must be valiant when the time of trial comes;
p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb av-c vvi cs vvi pn31; cc cs pns32 vmb vbi j c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz;
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7136
For if they shrink in wetting, they are gone. It will not serve the turn to tell the people they were deceived and misled.
For if they shrink in wetting, they Are gone. It will not serve the turn to tell the people they were deceived and misled.
c-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp n-vvg, pns32 vbr vvn. pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7137
For if they be confessedly mistaken once, they will be ready to conclude, they may be so a second time,
For if they be confessedly mistaken once, they will be ready to conclude, they may be so a second time,
p-acp cs pns32 vbb av-vvn vvn a-acp, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb vbi av dt ord n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7138
and so a third, and so a long;
and so a third, and so a long;
cc av dt ord, cc av dt j;
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7139
and the end of all will be, that they will never give any great credit or esteem to them,
and the end of all will be, that they will never give any great credit or esteem to them,
cc dt n1 pp-f d vmb vbi, cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi d j n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32,
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7140
or to their teaching any more.
or to their teaching any more.
cc p-acp po32 vvg d dc.
(33) part (DIV2)
921
Page 247
7141
Thus by the way upon the observation hinted to us in the joynt dependance of both particulars, considered in the Text on that which goes immediately before.
Thus by the Way upon the observation hinted to us in the joint dependence of both particulars, considered in the Text on that which Goes immediately before.
av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2-j, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz av-j a-acp.
(33) part (DIV2)
922
Page 247
7142
Proceed we now to look upon them in a particular dependance, the one of them upon the other, viz. the latter on the former.
Proceed we now to look upon them in a particular dependence, the one of them upon the other, viz. the latter on the former.
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, dt crd pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n-jn, n1 dt d p-acp dt j.
(33) part (DIV2)
923
Page 247
7143
First you have here their good reception of the message which our Saviour brought, They received it, saith the Text. And then you have their good perswasion of the Messenger, that he came out from God, was sent from God;
First you have Here their good reception of the message which our Saviour brought, They received it, Says the Text. And then you have their good persuasion of the Messenger, that he Come out from God, was sent from God;
ord pn22 vhb av po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvn, pns32 vvd pn31, vvz dt np1 cc cs pn22 vhb po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vvd av p-acp np1, vbds vvn p-acp np1;
(33) part (DIV2)
923
Page 247
7144
and this perswasion, as I take it, was the ground of the reception, and under that respect is mentioned here;
and this persuasion, as I take it, was the ground of the reception, and under that respect is mentioned Here;
cc d n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 vbz vvn av;
(33) part (DIV2)
923
Page 247
7145
They received my words, saith Christ; but how came this to pass? They were perswaded that I came from God. The point is obvious.They received my words, Says christ; but how Come this to pass? They were persuaded that I Come from God. The point is obvious.
pns32 vvn po11 n2, vvz np1; cc-acp q-crq vvd d pc-acp vvi? pns32 vbdr vvn cst pns11 vvd p-acp np1. dt n1 vbz j.
(33) part (DIV2)
923
Page 247
7146
DOCTRINE. The good reception of the message by the people, depends upon their good opinion of the Messenger;DOCTRINE. The good reception of the message by the people, depends upon their good opinion of the Messenger;
n1. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
923
Page 247
7147
their sure perswasion that he is sent to them from God.
their sure persuasion that he is sent to them from God.
po32 j n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
923
Page 247
7148
The words of Christ himself you see were entertained on this account, as he suggests in his expression to his Father here, I have given them the words which thou gavest me, and they have received them.
The words of christ himself you see were entertained on this account, as he suggests in his expression to his Father Here, I have given them the words which thou Gavest me, and they have received them.
dt n2 pp-f np1 px31 pn22 vvb vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 av, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, cc pns32 vhb vvn pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
924
Page 247
7149
How so? why they have known verily or surely, NONLATINALPHABET, they have known it for a truth, that I came out from thee,
How so? why they have known verily or surely,, they have known it for a truth, that I Come out from thee,
c-crq av? c-crq pns32 vhb vvn av-j cc av-j,, pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21,
(33) part (DIV2)
924
Page 247
7150
and have believed that thou didst send me. and have believed that thou didst send me.
cc vhb vvn cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11.
(33) part (DIV2)
924
Page 247
7151
If they had doubted this, my words had never found such entertainment and success among them.
If they had doubted this, my words had never found such entertainment and success among them.
cs pns32 vhd vvn d, po11 n2 vhd av-x vvn d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(33) part (DIV2)
924
Page 247
7152
And hence it is that the Apostles when they began to deal with any people, the first thing that they do, is to shew them their Commission and authority from God.
And hence it is that the Apostles when they began to deal with any people, the First thing that they do, is to show them their Commission and Authority from God.
cc av pn31 vbz d dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, dt ord n1 cst pns32 vdb, vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7153
You shall observe in the Epistles, how this is set upon the thresholds still, and in the very entrance of them, that so the Pen-men of them might anticipate or meet with that in the beginning which would be prejudicial to the success and efficacy of their doctrine,
You shall observe in the Epistles, how this is Set upon the thresholds still, and in the very Entrance of them, that so the Penmen of them might anticipate or meet with that in the beginning which would be prejudicial to the success and efficacy of their Doctrine,
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2, c-crq d vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 av, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, cst av dt n2 pp-f pno32 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp d p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7426
when the Lord will make them up as it is said, Mal. 3.17.
when the Lord will make them up as it is said, Malachi 3.17.
c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd.
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7154
and consequently leave the people free, to benefit by that which was to follow. Pauls wisdom is remarkable in this respect;
and consequently leave the people free, to benefit by that which was to follow. Paul's Wisdom is remarkable in this respect;
cc av-j vvi dt n1 j, pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi. npg1 n1 vbz j p-acp d n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7155
in his Epistles you may see a taste of it, Gal. 1.1.
in his Epistles you may see a taste of it, Gal. 1.1.
p-acp po31 n2 pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd.
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7156
Paul an Apostle not of men, nor by men, q. d. however the false Teachers tell you that I am called by men,Paul an Apostle not of men, nor by men, q. worser. however the false Teachers tell you that I am called by men,
np1 dt n1 xx pp-f n2, ccx p-acp n2, vvd. sy. c-acp dt j n2 vvb pn22 cst pns11 vbm vvn p-acp n2,
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7157
as other ordinary Ministers and Pastors are, and so by consequence that I have no such Universal charge as I pretend,
as other ordinary Ministers and Pastors Are, and so by consequence that I have no such Universal charge as I pretend,
c-acp j-jn j n2 cc ng1 vbr, cc av p-acp n1 cst pns11 vhb dx d j-u n1 c-acp pns11 vvb,
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7158
and that I thrust my self into the right of other men, to stand a medling and a tampering as I do with all the Churches:
and that I thrust my self into the right of other men, to stand a meddling and a tampering as I do with all the Churches:
cc cst pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi dt vvg cc dt n-vvg c-acp pns11 vdb p-acp d dt n2:
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7159
yet I assure you, I do nothing else but that to which I am deputed and designed by my Commission from the Lord;
yet I assure you, I do nothing Else but that to which I am deputed and designed by my Commission from the Lord;
av pns11 vvb pn22, pns11 vdb pix av cc-acp cst p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm vvn cc vvn p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7160
For I am his Apostle called immediately by him:
For I am his Apostle called immediately by him:
c-acp pns11 vbm po31 n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31:
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7161
and Jesus Christ is very careful to satifie and to convince his hearers that he came from God,
and jesus christ is very careful to satify and to convince his hearers that he Come from God,
cc np1 np1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1,
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7162
as I might give you instances enough, but they are known.
as I might give you instances enough, but they Are known.
c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 n2 d, cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn.
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7163
And this both he and the Apostles, because they did knew the peoples good reception the message dependeth much, &c. I might apply this to the Ministers, but I will rather turn it to the people.
And this both he and the Apostles, Because they did knew the peoples good reception the message dependeth much, etc. I might apply this to the Ministers, but I will rather turn it to the people.
cc d d pns31 cc dt n2, c-acp pns32 vdd vvd dt ng1 j n1 dt n1 vvz d, av pns11 vmd vvi d p-acp dt n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-c vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
925
Page 248
7164
Is it so, that the good reception of the message by the people dependeth much upon their good opinion of the Messenger? Then let it be a Caution to you, that you do not over-lightly entertain an ill opinion of those who come from God to you.
Is it so, that the good reception of the message by the people dependeth much upon their good opinion of the Messenger? Then let it be a Caution to you, that you do not overlightly entertain an ill opinion of those who come from God to you.
vbz pn31 av, cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz d p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1? av vvb pn31 vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vdb xx j vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pn22.
(33) part (DIV2)
926
Page 248
7165
For you your selves will be the losers by it; it will hinder the success and efficacy of their teaching:
For you your selves will be the losers by it; it will hinder the success and efficacy of their teaching:
p-acp pn22 po22 n2 vmb vbi dt n2 p-acp pn31; pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg:
(33) part (DIV2)
926
Page 248
7166
And therefore follow the Apostles Counsel, 1 Tim. 5.19. Against an Elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.
And Therefore follow the Apostles Counsel, 1 Tim. 5.19. Against an Elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three Witnesses.
cc av vvb dt n2 vvb, crd np1 crd. p-acp dt n-jn vvb xx dt n1, cc-acp p-acp crd cc crd n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
926
Page 248
7167
If there be witnesses sufficient, and the fault deserve it, pursue it, follow it. But if not, do not receive it, let not your ears be open to it.
If there be Witnesses sufficient, and the fault deserve it, pursue it, follow it. But if not, do not receive it, let not your ears be open to it.
cs pc-acp vbb n2 j, cc dt n1 vvb pn31, vvb pn31, vvb pn31. p-acp cs xx, vdb xx vvi pn31, vvb xx po22 n2 vbb j p-acp pn31.
(33) part (DIV2)
926
Page 248
7168
Especially in such a time as this, when sides are violently one against another, and when reports are usually raised and aggravated very much by this means.
Especially in such a time as this, when sides Are violently one against Another, and when reports Are usually raised and aggravated very much by this means.
av-j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, c-crq n2 vbr av-j crd p-acp n-jn, cc q-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn cc vvd av av-d p-acp d n2.
(33) part (DIV2)
926
Page 248
7169
But above all take heed how you drink in the least suspition, whether the Minister be sent of God,
But above all take heed how you drink in the least suspicion, whither the Minister be sent of God,
cc-acp p-acp d vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt ds n1, cs dt n1 vbb vvn pp-f np1,
(33) part (DIV2)
927
Page 248
7170
or no, without a very sure ground;
or no, without a very sure ground;
cc uh-dx, p-acp dt j j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
927
Page 248
7171
for this, if it be entertained, will altogether hinder the good reception of the message which he brings you.
for this, if it be entertained, will altogether hinder the good reception of the message which he brings you.
p-acp d, cs pn31 vbb vvn, vmb av vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pn22.
(33) part (DIV2)
927
Page 248
7172
And that you may not be misled in this particular, I shall in a word or two, direct you how to judge of this business.
And that you may not be misled in this particular, I shall in a word or two, Direct you how to judge of this business.
cc cst pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j, pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 cc crd, vvb pn22 c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
928
Page 248
7173
1. You may judge a little by his entrance;
1. You may judge a little by his Entrance;
crd pn22 vmb vvi dt j p-acp po31 n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7174
if he be sent of God, he comes in by the door, and not by the window.
if he be sent of God, he comes in by the door, and not by the window.
cs pns31 vbb vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7175
The door which Christ sets open to him, and not which he himself unlocks and opens with a false Key.
The door which christ sets open to him, and not which he himself unlocks and Opens with a false Key.
dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz j p-acp pno31, cc xx r-crq pns31 px31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt j n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7176
So that if any question grow in this particular, he is able to appeal to all the people,
So that if any question grow in this particular, he is able to appeal to all the people,
av cst cs d n1 vvi p-acp d j, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7177
as the Apostle sometimes did, 2 Thess. 2.1. You know our entrance: It was not in a clandestine and surreptitious way;
as the Apostle sometime did, 2 Thess 2.1. You know our Entrance: It was not in a clandestine and surreptitious Way;
c-acp dt n1 av vdd, crd np1 crd. pn22 vvb po12 n1: pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt j cc j n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7178
you of the Church, you know it what it was;
you of the Church, you know it what it was;
pn22 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvb pn31 q-crq pn31 vbds;
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7179
whether it were according to the rule, and as be seems a Minister of Christ, I leave it to your selves to judge, I appeal to your verdict.
whither it were according to the Rule, and as be seems a Minister of christ, I leave it to your selves to judge, I appeal to your verdict.
cs pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp vbi vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
929
Page 248
7180
You may discover somewhat whether a Minister be sent of God by his enablement to that Office. Whom God sends, he qualifies;
You may discover somewhat whither a Minister be sent of God by his enablement to that Office. Whom God sends, he Qualifies;
pn22 vmb vvi av cs dt n1 vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1. ro-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz;
(33) part (DIV2)
930
Page 248
7181
he sends not his message by the hand of a fool.
he sends not his message by the hand of a fool.
pns31 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
930
Page 248
7182
When Christ ascended up on high, he gave gifts unto men for the work of the Ministry: Ephes. 4.12. God makes able Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor. 3.6.When christ ascended up on high, he gave Gifts unto men for the work of the Ministry: Ephesians 4.12. God makes able Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor. 3.6.
c-crq np1 vvd a-acp p-acp j, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: np1 crd. np1 vvz j n2 pp-f dt j n1, crd np1 crd.
(33) part (DIV2)
930
Page 249
7183
As he makes them, so he makes them able too, indues them in a measure with ability of knowledge and utterance;
As he makes them, so he makes them able too, endues them in a measure with ability of knowledge and utterance;
p-acp pns31 vvz pno32, av pns31 vvz pno32 j av, vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1;
(33) part (DIV2)
930
Page 249
7184
gives them wisdom and a mouth.
gives them Wisdom and a Mouth.
vvz pno32 n1 cc dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
930
Page 249
7185
If they be competently able both ways, it is an evidence that they are of Gods making and of Gods sending.
If they be competently able both ways, it is an evidence that they Are of God's making and of God's sending.
cs pns32 vbb av-j j d n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns32 vbr pp-f npg1 vvg cc pp-f n2 vvg.
(33) part (DIV2)
930
Page 249
7186
You may judge a little as by their ability, so by their propensity to do the Office of a Minister.
You may judge a little as by their ability, so by their propensity to do the Office of a Minister.
pn22 vmb vvi dt j c-acp p-acp po32 n1, av p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7187
And this is that which the Apostle calls a ready mind to feed the flock, 1 Pet. 5.2. A good will to deal out to the people the Gospel of Christ. 1 Thess. 2.8.
And this is that which the Apostle calls a ready mind to feed the flock, 1 Pet. 5.2. A good will to deal out to the people the Gospel of christ. 1 Thess 2.8.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, crd np1 crd. dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1. crd np1 crd.
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7188
Indeed my Brethren, when a Minister that hath a Competency both of knowledge and of utterance, regardeth not at all to stir up the gift of of God that is in him,
Indeed my Brothers, when a Minister that hath a Competency both of knowledge and of utterance, Regardeth not At all to stir up the gift of of God that is in him,
np1 po11 n2, c-crq dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, vvz xx p-acp d pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pp-f np1 cst vbz p-acp pno31,
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7189
or to use his abilities for the good of the Church, but is idle and remiss, prefers his pleasure and his ease,
or to use his abilities for the good of the Church, but is idle and remiss, prefers his pleasure and his ease,
cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vbz j cc j, vvz po31 n1 cc po31 n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7190
before the good and the salvation of the peoples souls, you have great reason to suspect him, that he is not come from God.
before the good and the salvation of the peoples Souls, you have great reason to suspect him, that he is not come from God.
p-acp dt j cc dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, pn22 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cst pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7191
But if he be content to spend himself and to be spent, if he be like a burning and shining light, as it is said of John the Baptist, burning in his zealous Doctrine, shining in his holy life,
But if he be content to spend himself and to be spent, if he be like a burning and shining Light, as it is said of John the Baptist, burning in his zealous Doctrine, shining in his holy life,
p-acp cs pns31 vbb j pc-acp vvi px31 cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns31 vbb j dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt n1, vvg p-acp po31 j n1, vvg p-acp po31 j n1,
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7192
and wasting while he shines to others;
and wasting while he shines to Others;
cc vvg cs pns31 vvz pc-acp n2-jn;
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7193
if it be his meat and drink to do the work that God hath put into his hands:
if it be his meat and drink to do the work that God hath put into his hands:
cs pn31 vbi po31 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2:
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7194
such a Minister as this, so coming in, so qualified, so employed, beware how you suspect that he is not sent of God.
such a Minister as this, so coming in, so qualified, so employed, beware how you suspect that he is not sent of God.
d dt n1 c-acp d, av vvg p-acp, av vvn, av vvn, vvb c-crq pn22 vvb cst pns31 vbz xx vvn pp-f np1.
(33) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7195
JOHN. 17.9. I pray for them, and I pray not for the world.JOHN. 17.9. I pray for them, and I pray not for the world.
np1. crd. pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
931
Page 249
7196
WE have not yet dispatched the Preface, or the preparation to our Saviours Prayer in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples;
WE have not yet dispatched the Preface, or the preparation to our Saviors Prayer in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples;
pns12 vhb xx av vvn dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7197
some think indeed, that he begins his Prayer for them in the following verse, which we are now about to enter on, I pray for them, I pray not for the world:
Some think indeed, that he begins his Prayer for them in the following verse, which we Are now about to enter on, I pray for them, I pray not for the world:
d vvb av, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, r-crq pns12 vbr av a-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7198
But if you mark it, there is nothing in it, either of Confession, or Petition, or Thanksgiving;
But if you mark it, there is nothing in it, either of Confessi, or Petition, or Thanksgiving;
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pn31, av-d pp-f n1, cc vvb, cc n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7199
only our Saviour Christ lays down some leading Considerations which induce him to present this Supplication for them to his Father;
only our Saviour christ lays down Some leading Considerations which induce him to present this Supplication for them to his Father;
av-j po12 n1 np1 vvz a-acp d j-vvg n2 r-crq vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7200
And they are taken either from their relation, or from their condition.
And they Are taken either from their Relation, or from their condition.
cc pns32 vbr vvn av-d p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7201
The first is drawn from their relation to his Father and himself, I pray for them, I pray not for the world,
The First is drawn from their Relation to his Father and himself, I pray for them, I pray not for the world,
dt ord vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc px31, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7202
but for them which thou hast given me, for they are thine. And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; but for them which thou hast given me, for they Are thine. And all mine Are thine, and thine Are mine;
cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pns32 vbr png21. cc d n1 vbr png21, cc png21 vbr png11;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7203
by means whereof it comes to pass that I am glorified in them:
by means whereof it comes to pass that I am glorified in them:
p-acp n2 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7204
the next is drawn from the condition they were in, and were likely to be in, they were at present in the world,
the next is drawn from the condition they were in, and were likely to be in, they were At present in the world,
dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp, cc vbdr j pc-acp vbi p-acp, pns32 vbdr p-acp j p-acp dt n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7205
and they were likely to be in it out of hand without Christ; I mean without his visible and corporal, and fleshly presence;
and they were likely to be in it out of hand without christ; I mean without his visible and corporal, and fleshly presence;
cc pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31 av pp-f n1 p-acp np1; pns11 vvb p-acp po31 j cc j, cc j n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7206
And now I am no more in the world, but they are in the world, and I come to thee; And now I am no more in the world, but they Are in the world, and I come to thee;
cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno21;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7207
as if he should have added, and I must leave them behind me;
as if he should have added, and I must leave them behind me;
c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pno11;
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7208
The greater need they had to be recommended by him in his prayers, which were the last he was to make with them in this world.
The greater need they had to be recommended by him in his Prayers, which were the last he was to make with them in this world.
dt jc n1 pns32 vhd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vbdr dt ord pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 249
7209
These are the things that move him to become an earnest suitor to his Father for his Apostles and Disciples in a special manner,
These Are the things that move him to become an earnest suitor to his Father for his Apostles and Disciples in a special manner,
d vbr dt n2 cst vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 250
7210
as he hints in the beginning, I pray for them, I pray not for the world.
as he hints in the beginning, I pray for them, I pray not for the world.
c-acp pns31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
933
Page 250
7211
Now this he speaks exclusively, you see, as it is very manifest, even in the letter of the Text. A man would think it might have been sufficient for our Saviour to have said, I pray for them. For had he said but so, he had implyed, that other men were not at all remembred, by him in his prayers:
Now this he speaks exclusively, you see, as it is very manifest, even in the Letter of the Text. A man would think it might have been sufficient for our Saviour to have said, I pray for them. For had he said but so, he had employed, that other men were not At all remembered, by him in his Prayers:
av d pns31 vvz av-j, pn22 vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz av j, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 vmd vhi vbn j p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vhi vvn, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32. p-acp vhd pns31 vvn p-acp av, pns31 vhd vvn, cst j-jn n2 vbdr xx p-acp d vvd, p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2:
(34) part (DIV2)
934
Page 250
7212
But he will be express and clear in such a business of such high importance;
But he will be express and clear in such a business of such high importance;
cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f d j n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
934
Page 250
7213
he will shut out the world from having any share at all in this incomparable priviledge, in down-right language,
he will shut out the world from having any share At all in this incomparable privilege, in downright language,
pns31 vmb vvi av dt n1 p-acp vhg d n1 p-acp d p-acp d j n1, p-acp j n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
934
Page 250
7214
and in plain terms from being once so much as mentioned in his prayers, I pray for them, I pray not for the world.
and in plain terms from being once so much as mentioned in his Prayers, I pray for them, I pray not for the world.
cc p-acp j n2 p-acp vbg a-acp av av-d c-acp vvn p-acp po31 n2, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
934
Page 250
7215
So that the point to be observed is plain. DOCTRINE. Christ is an Intercessor to his Father for none but his own people.
So that the point to be observed is plain. DOCTRINE. christ is an Intercessor to his Father for none but his own people.
av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz j. n1. np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pix cc-acp po31 d n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
935
Page 250
7216
He prays for them, and none but them; the world are utterly excluded from having share at all in our Saviours Intercession.
He prays for them, and none but them; the world Are utterly excluded from having share At all in our Saviors Intercession.
pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc pix p-acp pno32; dt n1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp vhg n1 p-acp d p-acp po12 ng1 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7217
He intercedes for none that are without the pale that he sets up in this Text;
He intercedes for none that Are without the pale that he sets up in this Text;
pns31 vvz p-acp pi cst vbr p-acp dt j cst pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp d n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7218
he doth not speak one word to God for them:
he does not speak one word to God for them:
pns31 vdz xx vvi crd n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7219
I pray not for the world, saith he, I meddle not with them at all in that business.I pray not for the world, Says he, I meddle not with them At all in that business.
pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pno32 p-acp d p-acp cst n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7220
But if he pray not for the world, who are they for whom he prays? I pray for them, saith Christ.
But if he pray not for the world, who Are they for whom he prays? I pray for them, Says christ.
p-acp cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr pns32 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz? pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, vvz np1.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7221
For them, for whom? why, for them whom thou hast given me. So that they who are Christ's, you see, have a peculiar priviledge in this regard;
For them, for whom? why, for them whom thou hast given me. So that they who Are Christ's, you see, have a peculiar privilege in this regard;
p-acp pno32, p-acp ro-crq? uh-crq, p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. av cst pns32 r-crq vbr npg1, pn22 vvb, vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7222
for all the Intercession of the Son of God, the great High Priest is spent upon them;
for all the Intercession of the Son of God, the great High Priest is spent upon them;
p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7223
If any sin, we have an Advocate with God the Father, saith the Evangelist, 1 Joh. 2.1. He speaks it there exclusively, we have, and no others.If any since, we have an Advocate with God the Father, Says the Evangelist, 1 John 2.1. He speaks it there exclusively, we have, and no Others.
cs d n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, vvz dt np1, crd np1 crd. pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp av-j, pns12 vhb, cc av-dx n2-jn.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7224
And therefore it is very much to be observed, that he saith not, If any sin, he hath an Advocate;
And Therefore it is very much to be observed, that he Says not, If any since, he hath an Advocate;
cc av pn31 vbz av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vvz xx, cs d n1, pns31 vhz dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7225
for there are many sinners in the world, that have no Advocate with God the Father.
for there Are many Sinners in the world, that have no Advocate with God the Father.
c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7226
But if any sin, we have an Advocate, we that believe, have Christ to intercede for us.
But if any since, we have an Advocate, we that believe, have christ to intercede for us.
p-acp cs d n1, pns12 vhb dt n1, pns12 d vvb, vhb np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7227
And he may have an advocate if he believe;
And he may have an advocate if he believe;
cc pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 cs pns31 vvb;
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7228
if he be one of us, let the man be what be will, and let his sin be what it will, Christ will be an Advocate and Intercessor to his Father for him:
if he be one of us, let the man be what be will, and let his since be what it will, christ will be an Advocate and Intercessor to his Father for him:
cs pns31 vbb crd pp-f pno12, vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq vbb n1, cc vvb po31 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, np1 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7229
He ever lives (saith the Apostle speaking of our Saviour) to make intercession for them, Heb. 7.25. Them, whom? why them who come to God by him, as you may see if you reflect upon the former parcel of the verse;He ever lives (Says the Apostle speaking of our Saviour) to make Intercession for them, Hebrew 7.25. Them, whom? why them who come to God by him, as you may see if you reflect upon the former parcel of the verse;
pns31 av vvz (vvz dt n1 vvg pp-f po12 n1) pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd. pno32, ro-crq? uh-crq pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7230
He is able to save them to the utmost who come to God by him, seeing he ever lives to make intercession for them: He is able to save them to the utmost who come to God by him, seeing he ever lives to make Intercession for them:
pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j q-crq vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, vvg pns31 av vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7231
Still you see his intercession is confined to a selected company of men, and not extended to the whole world.
Still you see his Intercession is confined to a selected company of men, and not extended to the Whole world.
av pn22 vvb po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f n2, cc xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7232
He appears in Heaven for us, saith the Apostle, Heb. 9.24. Not for all without exception, but for us whom he hath taken into his special and peculiar love and care, who are comparatively but a small number.He appears in Heaven for us, Says the Apostle, Hebrew 9.24. Not for all without exception, but for us whom he hath taken into his special and peculiar love and care, who Are comparatively but a small number.
pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. xx p-acp d p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp pno12 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 j cc j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr av-j p-acp dt j n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
936
Page 250
7233
So that the point is plain you see, Christ is an Intercessor to his Father, &c.
So that the point is plain you see, christ is an Intercessor to his Father, etc.
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av
(34) part (DIV2)
937
Page 250
7234
And the reason is apparent, because he is a Priest for none but them only, and Intercession is a part of his Priesthood.
And the reason is apparent, Because he is a Priest for none but them only, and Intercession is a part of his Priesthood.
cc dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pix p-acp pno32 av-j, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
938
Page 250
7235
There are two branches (as you may know my Brethren) of the Priesthood of our Saviour; Sacrifice and Intercession;
There Are two branches (as you may know my Brothers) of the Priesthood of our Saviour; Sacrifice and Intercession;
pc-acp vbr crd n2 (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi po11 n2) pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; n1 cc n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
938
Page 251
7237
He offers Sacrifice for none but them, and so accordingly he intercedes for none but them neither;
He offers Sacrifice for none but them, and so accordingly he intercedes for none but them neither;
pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pix p-acp pno32, cc av av-vvg pns31 vvz p-acp pix p-acp pno32 d;
(34) part (DIV2)
938
Page 251
7238
for both the branches of his Priesthood of necessity must go together. He is a Mediator for, and only for his own people;
for both the branches of his Priesthood of necessity must go together. He is a Mediator for, and only for his own people;
p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi av. pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp, cc av-j p-acp po31 d n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
938
Page 251
7239
he makes peace for none but them. And even as he is not a Mediator of redemption for the world;
he makes peace for none but them. And even as he is not a Mediator of redemption for the world;
pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pix p-acp pno32. cc av c-acp pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7240
so he is not a Mediator of Intercession for it neither.
so he is not a Mediator of Intercession for it neither.
av pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 av-dx.
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7241
Indeed, my Brethren, all that he is, or doth as he is Man and Mediator, is for his people.
Indeed, my Brothers, all that he is, or does as he is Man and Mediator, is for his people.
np1, po11 n2, d cst pns31 vbz, cc vdz p-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7242
Why was the Son of God incarnate but for them? why did he take our Nature on him but for them? why was he made a Mediator but for them? He is a King to rule them, a Prophet to instruct them, a Priest to sacrifice and intercede for them.
Why was the Son of God incarnate but for them? why did he take our Nature on him but for them? why was he made a Mediator but for them? He is a King to Rule them, a Prophet to instruct them, a Priest to sacrifice and intercede for them.
q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 j cc-acp p-acp pno32? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp pno32? q-crq vbds pns31 vvn dt n1 cc-acp p-acp pno32? pns31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7243
He had never been a King as he is a Man, he had never been a Prophet, he had never been a Priest,
He had never been a King as he is a Man, he had never been a Prophet, he had never been a Priest,
pns31 vhd av-x vbn dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns31 vhd av-x vbn dt n1, pns31 vhd av-x vbn dt n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7244
but for the sake of his people.
but for the sake of his people.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7245
And hence it follows very clearly, that whatsoever he doth in the administrations of these Offices of his, he doth it (next to his own glory) for his Churches good.
And hence it follows very clearly, that whatsoever he does in the administrations of these Offices of his, he does it (next to his own glory) for his Churches good.
cc av pn31 vvz av av-j, cst r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f png31, pns31 vdz pn31 (ord p-acp po31 d n1) p-acp po31 n2 j.
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7246
He carries it throughout in reference to them:
He carries it throughout in Referente to them:
pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7247
and so accordingly the Execution of his Priestly Office in both the parts and branches of it is for them.
and so accordingly the Execution of his Priestly Office in both the parts and branches of it is for them.
cc av av-vvg av n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7248
He is an Intercessor to his Father for none but for, &c. Is Christ an Intercessor, &c. this may serve to satisfie us in the point which some have vented in these latter times, that Christ is the Redeemer of the whole world;
He is an Intercessor to his Father for none but for, etc. Is christ an Intercessor, etc. this may serve to satisfy us in the point which Some have vented in these latter times, that christ is the Redeemer of the Whole world;
pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp, av vbz np1 dt n1, av d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 r-crq d vhb vvd p-acp d d n2, cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
939
Page 251
7249
and that he dyed for all men universally without restraint, or limitation.
and that he died for all men universally without restraint, or limitation.
cc cst pns31 vvd p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp n1, cc n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7250
What think you, my Beloved? is it a likely thing that Christ should dye for those,
What think you, my beloved? is it a likely thing that christ should die for those,
q-crq vvb pn22, po11 np1? vbz pn31 dt j n1 cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp d,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7251
for whom he will not pray? That he should offer up himself a Sacrifice for those,
for whom he will not pray? That he should offer up himself a Sacrifice for those,
p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi? cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp px31 dt n1 p-acp d,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7252
for whom he will not intercede? That he should spend his blood for those,
for whom he will not intercede? That he should spend his blood for those,
p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi? cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7253
for whom he will not spend his breath? That he should give his life for those,
for whom he will not spend his breath? That he should give his life for those,
p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1? cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7254
for whom he will not give his word? will he do that which is abundantly the greater for them,
for whom he will not give his word? will he do that which is abundantly the greater for them,
p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1? vmb pns31 vdi d r-crq vbz av-j dt jc p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7255
and then refuse to do the less? You see he saith expresly in my Text, I pray not for the world.
and then refuse to do the less? You see he Says expressly in my Text, I pray not for the world.
cc av vvb pc-acp vdi dt av-dc? pn22 vvb pns31 vvz av-j p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7256
And might he not have said as well, I dye not for the world? and if our Saviours intercession now in heaven be not vocal,
And might he not have said as well, I die not for the world? and if our Saviors Intercession now in heaven be not vocal,
cc vmd pns31 xx vhi vvn a-acp av, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1? cc cs po12 ng1 n1 av p-acp n1 vbb xx j,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7257
as it is usually resolved, but a real presentation of the merits of his death, and the vertue of his passion to his Father:
as it is usually resolved, but a real presentation of the merits of his death, and the virtue of his passion to his Father:
c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7258
That as the blood of Martyrs cries for vengeance to be executed upon those that shed it,
That as the blood of Martyrs cries for vengeance to be executed upon those that shed it,
cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb pn31,
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7259
so on the other side, the blood of Jesus Christ the Mediator cries for mercy to be shewed to them for whom he shed it.
so on the other side, the blood of jesus christ the Mediator cries for mercy to be showed to them for whom he shed it.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd pn31.
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7260
It claims it out of right and justice in the behalf of those for whom he dyed.
It claims it out of right and Justice in the behalf of those for whom he died.
pn31 vvz pn31 av pp-f j-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd.
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7261
Why then, it follows, that if he dyed for all, he cannot choose but intercede for all too.
Why then, it follows, that if he died for all, he cannot choose but intercede for all too.
uh-crq av, pn31 vvz, cst cs pns31 vvd p-acp d, pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp d av.
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7262
Or if he should be silent, his blood would cry for mercy for them, to whom it was intended and designed;
Or if he should be silent, his blood would cry for mercy for them, to whom it was intended and designed;
cc cs pns31 vmd vbi j, po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn cc vvn;
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7263
and consequently, if he pray not for the world, he dyed not for the world neither.
and consequently, if he pray not for the world, he died not for the world neither.
cc av-j, cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 av-dx.
(34) part (DIV2)
940
Page 251
7264
Is Christ an Intercessor, &c. Here then you see the sad condition of those who are without the pale, that are not only in the world, but of the world;
Is christ an Intercessor, etc. Here then you see the sad condition of those who Are without the pale, that Are not only in the world, but of the world;
vbz np1 dt n1, av av av pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp dt j, cst vbr xx av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 251
7265
Christ never intercedes for them, let their cause be what it will, let their necessity be what it will.
christ never intercedes for them, let their cause be what it will, let their necessity be what it will.
np1 av-x vvz p-acp pno32, vvb po32 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, vvb po32 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 251
7266
Christ even leaves them to themselves, and never interposes for them to his Father.
christ even leaves them to themselves, and never interposes for them to his Father.
np1 av vvz pno32 p-acp px32, cc av-x vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 251
7267
There you may cry and howl your selves, when you are in any straight, you may stand beging for your selves, and all in vain;
There you may cry and howl your selves, when you Are in any straight, you may stand begging for your selves, and all in vain;
a-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi po22 n2, c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp d j, pn22 vmb vvi j-vvg p-acp po22 n2, cc d p-acp j;
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7268
for Jesus Christ will not speak a word for you, nor any such as you are.
for jesus christ will not speak a word for you, nor any such as you Are.
p-acp np1 np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, ccx d d c-acp pn22 vbr.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7269
Beloved, I beseech you think upon it, there come in heavy things against you every day at the bar of Gods Justice.
beloved, I beseech you think upon it, there come in heavy things against you every day At the bar of God's justice.
j-vvn, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp pn22 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7270
Sin cryes, and the Law cryes, all the Commandements which you break continually come in with open mouth against you,
since cries, and the Law cries, all the commandments which you break continually come in with open Mouth against you,
n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, d dt n2 r-crq pn22 vvb av-j vvn p-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp pn22,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7271
and importune Gods Justice for wrath and vengeance to be executed on you.
and importune God's justice for wrath and vengeance to be executed on you.
cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7272
They cry How long Lord? and sin cryes How long Lord? and Christ who is the only Mediator to avert wrath,
They cry How long Lord? and since cries How long Lord? and christ who is the only Mediator to avert wrath,
pns32 vvb c-crq j n1? cc n1 vvz c-crq j n1? cc np1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7273
and make peace, he sitteth still and saith nothing.
and make peace, he Sitteth still and Says nothing.
cc vvi n1, pns31 vvz av cc vvz pix.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7274
Oh my Beloved, what should hinder now, but that the black decree for execution should go forth against you,
O my beloved, what should hinder now, but that the black Decree for execution should go forth against you,
uh po11 j-vvn, r-crq vmd vvi av, cc-acp cst dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi av p-acp pn22,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7275
when there is none to interpose and stand between you and the wrath of God! when these complaints and cryes of all the sins that you have done, of all the Oathes that you have sworn, of all the lyes that you have made, &c. come in against you in the Court of heaven:
when there is none to interpose and stand between you and the wrath of God! when these complaints and cries of all the Sins that you have done, of all the Oaths that you have sworn, of all the lies that you have made, etc. come in against you in the Court of heaven:
c-crq pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq d n2 cc n2 pp-f d dt n2 cst pn22 vhb vdn, pp-f d dt n2 cst pn22 vhb vvn, pp-f d dt n2 cst pn22 vhb vvn, av vvb p-acp p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7276
and the Father puts the question to the Son the only advocate in that Court, What have you any thing to say for this man,
and the Father puts the question to the Son the only advocate in that Court, What have you any thing to say for this man,
cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 p-acp d n1, q-crq vhb pn22 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7277
why judgement should not pass against him? will you undertake for him? and Christ shall answer no, I have not a word to say for him;
why judgement should not pass against him? will you undertake for him? and christ shall answer no, I have not a word to say for him;
q-crq n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31? vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pno31? cc np1 vmb vvi av-dx, pns11 vhb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31;
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7278
I intercede not for the world:
I intercede not for the world:
pns11 vvi xx p-acp dt n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7279
Let Justice have its course against him, let it be executed on him to the utmost:
Let justice have its course against him, let it be executed on him to the utmost:
vvb n1 vhb po31 n1 p-acp pno31, vvb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j:
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7280
I pray for my own people, and I desire they may be spared as in right they ought to be,
I pray for my own people, and I desire they may be spared as in right they ought to be,
pns11 vvb p-acp po11 d n1, cc pns11 vvb pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n-jn pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7281
for I have satisfied for them.
for I have satisfied for them.
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7282
But for the rest I even leave them to the vengeance and the wrath they have deserved, I will not hinder it,
But for the rest I even leave them to the vengeance and the wrath they have deserved, I will not hinder it,
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pns11 av vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7283
or stop it, in the least degree; Let Justice pay them home in full weight and full measure;
or stop it, in the least degree; Let justice pay them home in full weight and full measure;
cc vvb pn31, p-acp dt ds n1; vvb n1 vvi pno32 av-an p-acp j n1 cc j n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7284
Look how much they have sinned, and how much wickedness they have committed, so much torment and so much sorrow let it give them.
Look how much they have sinned, and how much wickedness they have committed, so much torment and so much sorrow let it give them.
vvb c-crq av-d pns32 vhb vvn, cc c-crq d n1 pns32 vhb vvn, av av-d vvi cc av d n1 vvb pn31 vvi pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7285
Oh what a flood of horrour and confusion, think you, will be poured out upon you,
O what a flood of horror and confusion, think you, will be poured out upon you,
uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pn22, vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pn22,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7286
when once the day of vengeance and of visitation comes;
when once the day of vengeance and of Visitation comes;
c-crq c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 vvz;
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7287
when God comes forth against you as an Enemy with nothing else but war and death,
when God comes forth against you as an Enemy with nothing Else but war and death,
c-crq np1 vvz av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7288
and blood, and mine, and destruction in his looks, and there is none to pacifie and appease him, none to speak a word for you;
and blood, and mine, and destruction in his looks, and there is none to pacify and appease him, none to speak a word for you;
cc n1, cc png11, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, pix pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22;
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7289
but Christ the only Mediator leaves you to the utmost of his fury, Oh consider this, &c. Is Christ an Intercessor to his Father for none, &c. here then you may behold the matchless happiness of those who belong to Jesus Christ.
but christ the only Mediator leaves you to the utmost of his fury, O Consider this, etc. Is christ an Intercessor to his Father for none, etc. Here then you may behold the matchless happiness of those who belong to jesus christ.
cc-acp np1 dt j n1 vvz pn22 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, uh vvb d, av vbz np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pix, av av av pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1.
(34) part (DIV2)
941
Page 252
7290
In this respect they have a priviledge above the world, that they have him to intercede for them, to be their Advocate,
In this respect they have a privilege above the world, that they have him to intercede for them, to be their Advocate,
p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vhb pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbi po32 n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
942
Page 252
7291
and to present their Supplications and requests to God. Brethren, I know not how you value it, or what account you make of it,
and to present their Supplications and requests to God. Brothers, I know not how you valve it, or what account you make of it,
cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1. n1, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pn22 vvb pn31, cc q-crq vvb pn22 vvb pp-f pn31,
(34) part (DIV2)
942
Page 252
7292
but I assure you, it is a rich Prerogative that you have such an Intercessor with the Father,
but I assure you, it is a rich Prerogative that you have such an Intercessor with the Father,
cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pn22 vhb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
942
Page 252
7293
if you have eyes to see the worth of it.
if you have eyes to see the worth of it.
cs pn22 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(34) part (DIV2)
942
Page 252
7294
And that you may the better know your happiness in this regard, I shall lay it open to you in a few particulars.
And that you may the better know your happiness in this regard, I shall lay it open to you in a few particulars.
cc cst pn22 vmb dt jc vvb po22 n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(34) part (DIV2)
942
Page 252
7295
Your happiness is great, that you have Christ to be your Intercessor in this respect, that he is so near to God,
Your happiness is great, that you have christ to be your Intercessor in this respect, that he is so near to God,
po22 n1 vbz j, cst pn22 vhb np1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp np1,
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 252
7296
and that he hath such interest in God. An interest of near union, for he is one with God, the Father; an interest of dear affection;
and that he hath such Interest in God. an Interest of near Union, for he is one with God, the Father; an Interest of dear affection;
cc cst pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp np1. dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp pns31 vbz pi p-acp np1, dt n1; dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 252
7297
he is his Son, his Son that is extreamly like him, his Son that never did offend him, in whom his very soul delights,
he is his Son, his Son that is extremely like him, his Son that never did offend him, in whom his very soul delights,
pns31 vbz po31 n1, po31 n1 cst vbz av-jn av-j pno31, po31 n1 cst av-x vdd vvi pno31, p-acp ro-crq po31 j n1 vvz,
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 252
7298
so that he can deny him nothing; it is but ask and have; ask of me, and I will give thee.
so that he can deny him nothing; it is but ask and have; ask of me, and I will give thee.
av cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 pix; pn31 vbz p-acp vvi cc vhb; vvb pp-f pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21.
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 252
7299
And is it not a priviledge to have such as he to speak for us? One that can do so much with God, that hath his ear and heart too;
And is it not a privilege to have such as he to speak for us? One that can do so much with God, that hath his ear and heart too;
cc vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pc-acp vhi d c-acp pns31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12? pi cst vmb vdi av av-d p-acp np1, cst vhz po31 n1 cc n1 av;
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 253
7427
When he will make up his Jewels, when he will take them up out of the mire,When he will make up his Jewels, when he will take them up out of the mire,
c-crq pns31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp av pp-f dt n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7300
One that can surely carry any business for us in the Court of Heaven; for his Father hears him always, Joh. 11.4. and never puts him off with a denyal.
One that can surely carry any business for us in the Court of Heaven; for his Father hears him always, John 11.4. and never puts him off with a denial.
pi cst vmb av-j vvi d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31 av, np1 crd. cc av-x vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 253
7301
An Advocate that is not favoured; may speak much and plead hard, and yet he may prevail but little.
an Advocate that is not favoured; may speak much and plead hard, and yet he may prevail but little.
dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn; vmb vvi d cc vvi av-j, cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j.
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 253
7302
But Jesus Christ is sure to speed in any suit, in any business that he undertakes.
But jesus christ is sure to speed in any suit, in any business that he undertakes.
p-acp np1 np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvz.
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 253
7303
Oh the blessedness of those who are within the compass of this glorious priviledge, and who have such a powerful Advocate as Christ is!
O the blessedness of those who Are within the compass of this glorious privilege, and who have such a powerful Advocate as christ is!
uh dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc q-crq vhb d dt j n1 p-acp np1 vbz!
(34) part (DIV2)
943
Page 253
7304
Your happiness is very great that you have Christ to be your Intercessor, in this respect that he is near to you.
Your happiness is very great that you have christ to be your Intercessor, in this respect that he is near to you.
po22 n1 vbz av j cst pn22 vhb np1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vbz av-j p-acp pn22.
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7305
As he is near to God, so he is near to you also, and so by consequence he is the fitter to be an Advocate to God for you.
As he is near to God, so he is near to you also, and so by consequence he is the fitter to be an Advocate to God for you.
p-acp pns31 vbz av-j p-acp np1, av pns31 vbz av-j p-acp pn22 av, cc av p-acp n1 pns31 vbz dt jc pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn22.
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7306
It is a very great advantage to us, that he that is to plead our case with God the Father, is our near kinsman;
It is a very great advantage to us, that he that is to plead our case with God the Father, is our near kinsman;
pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 cst vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, vbz po12 j n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7307
He is Immanuel, God with us, God one of us, who took not on him Angels,
He is Immanuel, God with us, God one of us, who took not on him Angels,
pns31 vbz np1, np1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd pp-f pno12, r-crq vvd xx p-acp pno31 n2,
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7308
but the seed of Abraham, who is of our own flesh and blood and bone, and therefore he will certainly be tender of us, and compassionate towards us.
but the seed of Abraham, who is of our own Flesh and blood and bone, and Therefore he will Certainly be tender of us, and compassionate towards us.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz pp-f po12 d n1 cc n1 cc n1, cc av pns31 vmb av-j vbi j pp-f pno12, cc j p-acp pno12.
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7309
And therefore the Apostle Paul observes that we are very happy in a High Priest, He being such a one as cannot but be touched with our infirmities, as being of the self same nature with us,
And Therefore the Apostle Paul observes that we Are very happy in a High Priest, He being such a one as cannot but be touched with our infirmities, as being of the self same nature with us,
cc av dt n1 np1 vvz cst pns12 vbr av j p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbg d dt crd c-acp vmbx p-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp vbg pp-f dt n1 d n1 p-acp pno12,
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7310
and having had himself experience of them, for he was in all things like unto us, sin only excepted;
and having had himself experience of them, for he was in all things like unto us, sin only excepted;
cc vhg vhn px31 n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp pno12, vvb av-j vvn;
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7311
and therefore cannot but be very much affected with our sorrows and our sufferings, and very sensible when he is pleading for us to the Father.
and Therefore cannot but be very much affected with our sorrows and our sufferings, and very sensible when he is pleading for us to the Father.
cc av vmbx cc-acp vbi av av-d vvn p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2, cc av j c-crq pns31 vbz vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
944
Page 253
7312
Our happiness is great, &c. in this respect, that he is not like to dye, and so to leave the business that he undertakes imperfect.
Our happiness is great, etc. in this respect, that he is not like to die, and so to leave the business that he undertakes imperfect.
po12 n1 vbz j, av p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vvz j.
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7313
It is the case of other Advocates sometimes, they drop away in the middle of a business:
It is the case of other Advocates sometime, they drop away in the middle of a business:
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 av, pns32 vvb av p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7314
they follow it and plead it very well a while, but dye before they finish it,
they follow it and plead it very well a while, but die before they finish it,
pns32 vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31 av av dt n1, cc-acp vvb c-acp pns32 vvb pn31,
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7315
before they bring it to a Judgement; and then the Clyent knows not what to do, nor to whom to have recourse;
before they bring it to a Judgement; and then the Client knows not what to do, nor to whom to have recourse;
c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1; cc av dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, ccx p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vhi n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7316
for no man understands his business; he must go back again to the beginning. There is no fear of this in Jesus Christ our Advocate and Intercessor;
for no man understands his business; he must go back again to the beginning. There is no Fear of this in jesus christ our Advocate and Intercessor;
p-acp dx n1 vvz po31 n1; pns31 vmb vvi av av p-acp dt n1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1 cc n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7317
we may depend upon it, he will go through with our business; he will not leave it till he have brought it to perfection;
we may depend upon it, he will go through with our business; he will not leave it till he have brought it to perfection;
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp po12 n1; pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7318
He will save us to the utmost, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Heb. 7.25. and why so? because he ever lives to make intercession for us, as it is added there in that place.He will save us to the utmost, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Hebrew 7.25. and why so? Because he ever lives to make Intercession for us, as it is added there in that place.
pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc q-crq av? c-acp pns31 av vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
945
Page 253
7319
So you see our happiness is great, it is a blessed priviledge that we have Christ to be our Intercessor;
So you see our happiness is great, it is a blessed privilege that we have christ to be our Intercessor;
av pn22 vvb po12 n1 vbz j, pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 cst pns12 vhb np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
946
Page 253
7320
and it may yeeld us singular encouragement, and pretious comfort divers ways: As
and it may yield us singular encouragement, and precious Comfort diverse ways: As
cc pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j n1, cc j n1 j n2: c-acp
(34) part (DIV2)
946
Page 253
7321
1. It may encourage us and comfort us, in our addresses to the Majesty of God.
1. It may encourage us and Comfort us, in our Addresses to the Majesty of God.
crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12, p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(34) part (DIV2)
947
Page 253
7322
Now we may go with boldness to the Throne of grace, having so good a friend with God as Christ is.Now we may go with boldness to the Throne of grace, having so good a friend with God as christ is.
av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vhg av j dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vbz.
(34) part (DIV2)
947
Page 253
7323
If we were to goe alone, and of our selves, if we had none to make our way for us, it could not choose but be a great disheartning to us.
If we were to go alone, and of our selves, if we had none to make our Way for us, it could not choose but be a great disheartening to us.
cs pns12 vbdr pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pp-f po12 n2, cs pns12 vhd pix pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vbi dt j vvg p-acp pno12.
(34) part (DIV2)
947
Page 253
7324
But when we seriously consider that our Advocate is there, our friend is there, who will be ready upon all occasions to second us, to put in a good word for us;
But when we seriously Consider that our Advocate is there, our friend is there, who will be ready upon all occasions to second us, to put in a good word for us;
p-acp c-crq pns12 av-j vvb cst po12 n1 vbz a-acp, po12 n1 vbz a-acp, r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno12;
(34) part (DIV2)
947
Page 253
7325
to help out us in any business, this is a ground of choice comfort. 2. It may support us in the sense of our many imperfections.
to help out us in any business, this is a ground of choice Comfort. 2. It may support us in the sense of our many imperfections.
p-acp n1 av pno12 p-acp d n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
947
Page 253
7326
However our petitions are put up in much infirmity and fear and weakness, yet if they be according to the will of God, we may remember still that they are seconded by Christ in heaven;
However our petitions Are put up in much infirmity and Fear and weakness, yet if they be according to the will of God, we may Remember still that they Are seconded by christ in heaven;
c-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1 cc n1, av cs pns32 vbb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi av cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
948
Page 254
7327
That he puts in on our behalf, and demands the same things, that he excuses what is wanting in our prayers,
That he puts in on our behalf, and demands the same things, that he excuses what is wanting in our Prayers,
cst pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc vvz dt d n2, cst pns31 vvz r-crq vbz vvg p-acp po12 n2,
(34) part (DIV2)
948
Page 254
7328
and supplies it in his own. We are flat, but he is quick; we are dull, but he is lively;
and supplies it in his own. We Are flat, but he is quick; we Are dull, but he is lively;
cc vvz pn31 p-acp po31 d. pns12 vbr j, cc-acp pns31 vbz j; pns12 vbr j, cc-acp pns31 vbz j;
(34) part (DIV2)
948
Page 254
7329
we are short, but he is full.
we Are short, but he is full.
pns12 vbr j, cc-acp pns31 vbz j.
(34) part (DIV2)
948
Page 254
7330
3. It may assure us of success in our Petitions, since we have Christ to intercede for us:
3. It may assure us of success in our Petitions, since we have christ to intercede for us:
crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vhb np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12:
(34) part (DIV2)
949
Page 254
7331
We might stand begging long enough our selves, and never speed.
We might stand begging long enough our selves, and never speed.
pns12 vmd vvi vvg j av-d po12 n2, cc av-x vvb.
(34) part (DIV2)
949
Page 254
7332
But if we be among the number of those for whom our Saviour undertakes to plead;
But if we be among the number of those for whom our Saviour undertakes to plead;
p-acp cs pns12 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi;
(34) part (DIV2)
949
Page 254
7333
if he will put in but a word for us, all is ended presently, and we have a gratious answer out of hand.
if he will put in but a word for us, all is ended presently, and we have a gracious answer out of hand.
cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, d vbz vvn av-j, cc pns12 vhb dt j n1 av pp-f n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
949
Page 254
7334
God may deny us, while we are speaking for our selves; but if Christ speak for us, he can never be denyed;
God may deny us, while we Are speaking for our selves; but if christ speak for us, he can never be denied;
np1 vmb vvi pno12, cs pns12 vbr vvg p-acp po12 n2; cc-acp cs np1 vvb p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn;
(34) part (DIV2)
949
Page 254
7335
his Father always lets him have his own asking.
his Father always lets him have his own asking.
po31 n1 av vvz pno31 vhi po31 d n-vvg.
(34) part (DIV2)
949
Page 254
7336
4. This may keep us from despair and sinking under the weight of all our sins.
4. This may keep us from despair and sinking under the weight of all our Sins.
crd d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7337
If we sin, we have an Advocate to plead for us, to answer all the accusations of the Law and of the Conscience.If we sin, we have an Advocate to plead for us, to answer all the accusations of the Law and of the Conscience.
cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7338
It is his Office to interpose between his Father and his people, to plead the causes of our souls before him.
It is his Office to interpose between his Father and his people, to plead the Causes of our Souls before him.
pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7339
And this we may take special comfort in, that be our matters never so soul, never so inexcuseable as considered in themselves, his very undertaking of them clears all,
And this we may take special Comfort in, that be our matters never so soul, never so inexcusable as considered in themselves, his very undertaking of them clears all,
cc d pns12 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp, cst vbb po12 n2 av-x av n1, av-x av j c-acp vvn p-acp px32, po31 j n-vvg pp-f pno32 vvz d,
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7340
and sets us right even at the bar of Gods justice. True, their iniquities are black and heynous, saith our Advocate;
and sets us right even At the bar of God's Justice. True, their iniquities Are black and heinous, Says our Advocate;
cc vvz pno12 vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. j, po32 n2 vbr j-jn cc j, vvz po12 n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7341
but, are they greater then my merits are? if so, let them be condemned; if not, let them be absolved:
but, Are they greater then my merits Are? if so, let them be condemned; if not, let them be absolved:
cc-acp, vbr pns32 jc cs po11 n2 vbr? cs av, vvb pno32 vbi vvn; cs xx, vvb pno32 vbi vvn:
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7342
If all that I have done and suffered will acquit them, let them be acquitted.
If all that I have done and suffered will acquit them, let them be acquitted.
cs d cst pns11 vhb vdn cc vvn vmb vvi pno32, vvb pno32 vbi vvn.
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7343
What cause have we to cheer our hearts, and bless our God, that we have such an Advocate as Christ is!
What cause have we to cheer our hearts, and bless our God, that we have such an Advocate as christ is!
q-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n1, cst pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz!
(34) part (DIV2)
950
Page 254
7344
And thus far of our Saviours Declaration.
And thus Far of our Saviors Declaration.
cc av av-j pp-f po12 ng1 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
951
Page 254
7345
Proceed we now to the Considerations that induce him to become a Suitor for them to his Father:
Proceed we now to the Considerations that induce him to become a Suitor for them to his Father:
vvb pns12 av p-acp dt n2 cst vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
952
Page 254
7346
Whereof the first is taken from the relation which they had, not to himself alone, but to his Father.
Whereof the First is taken from the Relation which they had, not to himself alone, but to his Father.
c-crq dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd, xx p-acp px31 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
952
Page 254
7347
I pray for them; I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me, I pray for them; I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me,
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32; pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11,
(34) part (DIV2)
952
Page 254
7348
for they are thine, and all mine are thine. for they Are thine, and all mine Are thine.
c-acp pns32 vbr png21, cc d n1 vbr png21.
(34) part (DIV2)
952
Page 254
7349
So that the words indeed contain a reason of congruity why our Saviour should commend the case of his Disciples and Apostles in his Petitions to his Father;
So that the words indeed contain a reason of congruity why our Saviour should commend the case of his Disciples and Apostles in his Petitions to his Father;
av cst dt n2 av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq po12 n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7350
because as they were his, so they were his Fathers too, and it concerned him to take care of those that were his own, that appertained and belonged to him.
Because as they were his, so they were his Father's too, and it concerned him to take care of those that were his own, that appertained and belonged to him.
c-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr po31, av pns32 vbdr po31 n2 av, cc pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d cst vbdr po31 d, cst vvd cc vvd p-acp pno31.
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7351
As if our Saviour should have said, If they are mine and not thine, I had no such great inducement,
As if our Saviour should have said, If they Are mine and not thine, I had no such great inducement,
p-acp cs po12 n1 vmd vhi vvn, cs pns32 vbr png11 cc xx png21, pns11 vhd dx d j n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7352
or no such great encouragement at least to petition thee for them, or to expect a gratious answer and a merciful rerurn from thee in their behalf;
or no such great encouragement At least to petition thee for them, or to expect a gracious answer and a merciful rerurn from thee in their behalf;
cc dx d j n1 p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp po32 n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7353
But they are thine as well as mine.
But they Are thine as well as mine.
cc-acp pns32 vbr png21 c-acp av c-acp png11.
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7354
I pray for them; I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me, for they are thine. I pray for them; I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me, for they Are thine.
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32; pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pns32 vbr png21.
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7355
True, thou hast given them to me, but so, that they are thine stil. Thou art not utterly devested by thy gift, of the right thou hadst in them,
True, thou hast given them to me, but so, that they Are thine stil. Thou art not utterly devested by thy gift, of the right thou Hadst in them,
j, pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11, p-acp av, cst pns32 vbr po21 av pns21 vb2r xx av-j vvn p-acp po21 n1, pp-f dt j-jn pns21 vhd2 p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7356
and therefore it is meet and congruous that thou shouldst still continue thy regard to them,
and Therefore it is meet and congruous that thou Shouldst still continue thy regard to them,
cc av pn31 vbz j cc j cst pns21 vmd2 av vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7357
and that thou shouldst be flexible to the Petitions that I make for them.
and that thou Shouldst be flexible to the Petitions that I make for them.
cc cst pns21 vmd2 vbi j p-acp dt n2 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
953
Page 254
7358
Now this he clears a little further yet, that they were his Fathers still, though they were bestowed on him,
Now this he clears a little further yet, that they were his Father's still, though they were bestowed on him,
av d pns31 vvz dt j av-jc av, cst pns32 vbdr po31 n2 av, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31,
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7359
because all that belonged to him were so; I pray for them whom thou hast given me, for they are thine.
Because all that belonged to him were so; I pray for them whom thou hast given me, for they Are thine.
c-acp d cst vvd p-acp pno31 vbdr av; pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pns32 vbr png21.
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7360
How so? might the Father say;
How so? might the Father say;
c-crq av? vmd dt n1 vvb;
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7361
if I have given them to thee, how are they mine? Why saith our Saviour, all that I have is thine;
if I have given them to thee, how Are they mine? Why Says our Saviour, all that I have is thine;
cs pns11 vhb vvn pno32 pc-acp pno21, q-crq vbr pns32 n1? q-crq vvz po12 n1, d cst pns11 vhb vbz png21;
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7362
all mine are thine, and consequently they are thine too, notwithstanding this donation.all mine Are thine, and consequently they Are thine too, notwithstanding this donation.
d n1 vbr png21, cc av-j pns32 vbr png21 av, c-acp d n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7363
So that the Conjunction And, they are thine, and all mine are thine, stands for the causal particle,
So that the Conjunction And, they Are thine, and all mine Are thine, Stands for the causal particle,
av cst dt n1 cc, pns32 vbr png21, cc d n1 vbr png21, vvz p-acp dt n1 n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7364
as if he should have said, for mine are thine. And so we find it often used in the Scripture;
as if he should have said, for mine Are thine. And so we find it often used in the Scripture;
c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, c-acp png11 vbr png21. cc av pns12 vvb pn31 av vvn p-acp dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7365
you may take that place for instance, Psal. 60.11. Lord, do thou give us help from trouble, and vain is the help of man, so it is the Original;
you may take that place for instance, Psalm 60.11. Lord, do thou give us help from trouble, and vain is the help of man, so it is the Original;
pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. n1, vdb pns21 vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1, cc j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz dt j-jn;
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7366
but in our last Translation it is rendred by the causal particle, for vain is the help of man:
but in our last translation it is rendered by the causal particle, for vain is the help of man:
cc-acp p-acp po12 ord n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, p-acp j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7367
so in my Text, They are thine, and all mine are thine, that is, for all mine are thine, q.d. Father they must needs be thine,
so in my Text, They Are thine, and all mine Are thine, that is, for all mine Are thine, Q.d Father they must needs be thine,
av p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vbr png21, cc d n1 vbr png21, cst vbz, c-acp d n1 vbr png21, n1 n1 pns32 vmb av vbi png21,
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7368
for indeed all mine are so, so that the point to be observed is this: DOCTRINE. That all the people of the Lord Christ do belong to God the Father.
for indeed all mine Are so, so that the point to be observed is this: DOCTRINE. That all the people of the Lord christ do belong to God the Father.
c-acp av d n1 vbr av, av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d: n1. cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vdb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
954
Page 255
7369
They are not his so, that they are not the Fathers too.
They Are not his so, that they Are not the Father's too.
pns32 vbr xx po31 av, cst pns32 vbr xx dt n2 av.
(34) part (DIV2)
955
Page 255
7370
Christ hath not a divided, but a mixed and common interest in all his people with the Father.
christ hath not a divided, but a mixed and Common Interest in all his people with the Father.
np1 vhz xx dt j-vvn, cc-acp dt vvn cc j n1 p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
955
Page 255
7371
And hence he wraps up both their rights together in my Text, They are thine, and mine are thine, and thine are mine.
And hence he wraps up both their rights together in my Text, They Are thine, and mine Are thine, and thine Are mine.
cc av pns31 vvz a-acp d po32 n2-jn av p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vbr png21, cc png11 vbr png21, cc png21 vbr png11.
(34) part (DIV2)
955
Page 255
7372
So that the Father doth not give his people so to Christ, that he doth wholly pass away his right in them; No, they continue his still;
So that the Father does not give his people so to christ, that he does wholly pass away his right in them; No, they continue his still;
av cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi po31 n1 av p-acp np1, cst pns31 vdz av-jn vvi av po31 n-jn p-acp pno32; uh-dx, pns32 vvb po31 j;
(34) part (DIV2)
955
Page 255
7373
yea, let me say, that they are more the Fathers when he hath given them to Jesus Christ,
yea, let me say, that they Are more the Father's when he hath given them to jesus christ,
uh, vvb pno11 vvi, cst pns32 vbr dc cs n2 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp np1 np1,
(34) part (DIV2)
955
Page 255
7374
and Christ hath taken and received them, then they were before he gave them, as I shall make it evidently to appear to you: For
and christ hath taken and received them, then they were before he gave them, as I shall make it evidently to appear to you: For
cc np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pno32, cs pns32 vbdr a-acp pns31 vvd pno32, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22: c-acp
(34) part (DIV2)
955
Page 255
7375
When Christ hath taken them for his, then he hath none but Christ to share with him:
When christ hath taken them for his, then he hath none but christ to share with him:
c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 c-acp png31, cs pns31 vhz pix p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7376
whereas before he had the Devil and the world, and themselves to share with him: before we come to appertain to Christ, we are our own, as we conceive;
whereas before he had the devil and the world, and themselves to share with him: before we come to appertain to christ, we Are our own, as we conceive;
cs a-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 cc dt n1, cc px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns12 vbr po12 d, c-acp pns12 vvb;
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7377
at least, we are not for the Lord, but for our selves; we live not to the Lord, but to our selves: we are the worlds;
At least, we Are not for the Lord, but for our selves; we live not to the Lord, but to our selves: we Are the world's;
p-acp ds, pns12 vbr xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp po12 n2; pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp po12 n2: pns12 vbr dt n2;
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7378
we are not only in the world, but we are of the world too; we are her own as Christ speaks, Joh. 15.19. The world will love her own:
we Are not only in the world, but we Are of the world too; we Are her own as christ speaks, John 15.19. The world will love her own:
pns12 vbr xx av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns12 vbr pp-f dt n1 av; pns12 vbr po31 d p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vmb vvi po31 d:
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7379
Yea more then so, we are the Devils, we are the things which he possesseth: We are the Devils own possession, we are Satans free-hold.
Yea more then so, we Are the Devils, we Are the things which he Possesses: We Are the Devils own possession, we Are Satan freehold.
uh av-dc cs av, pns12 vbr dt n2, pns12 vbr dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz: pns12 vbr dt n2 d n1, pns12 vbr npg1 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7380
But when we come to be the Sons by the donation of the Father, then we are our own no longer,
But when we come to be the Sons by the donation of the Father, then we Are our own no longer,
p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns12 vbr po12 d av-dx av-jc,
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7381
as the Apostle tells us on the very same ground, Ye are not your own, saith he, 1 Cor. 6.19. We are the worlds no longer, as our Saviour Christ himself informeth his Disciples in the fore-alleaged place, If ye were of the world, the world would love 〈 ◊ 〉 own;
as the Apostle tells us on the very same ground, You Are not your own, Says he, 1 Cor. 6.19. We Are the world's no longer, as our Saviour christ himself Informeth his Disciples in the fore-alleged place, If you were of the world, the world would love 〈 ◊ 〉 own;
c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt j d n1, pn22 vbr xx po22 d, vvz pns31, crd np1 crd. pns12 vbr dt n2 av-dx av-jc, c-acp po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1, cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi 〈 sy 〉 d;
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7382
but ye are not of the world, for I have called you out of the world: but you Are not of the world, for I have called you out of the world:
cc-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7384
the Prince of this world is cast out, the strong man is bound, and spoiled of that which was before his own possession.
the Prince of this world is cast out, the strong man is bound, and spoiled of that which was before his own possession.
dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn av, dt j n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn pp-f d r-crq vbds p-acp po31 d n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7385
So that you see my Brethren, Christ takes off all other sharers in his people,
So that you see my Brothers, christ Takes off all other sharers in his people,
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, np1 vvz a-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7386
when once they come to be bestowed on him, and to be seiz'd upon by him:
when once they come to be bestowed on him, and to be seized upon by him:
c-crq a-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 255
7387
He either buys them out by good purchase, or drives them out by plain force, and so they come to be the Fathers and his own, entirely and peculiarly;
He either buys them out by good purchase, or drives them out by plain force, and so they come to be the Father's and his own, entirely and peculiarly;
pns31 d vvz pno32 av p-acp j n1, cc vvz pno32 av p-acp j n1, cc av pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n2 cc po31 d, av-j cc av-j;
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 254
7388
so that the Father is apparently a gainer by it, his interest is greater in them then it was before;
so that the Father is apparently a gainer by it, his Interest is greater in them then it was before;
av cst dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp pn31, po31 n1 vbz jc p-acp pno32 cs pn31 vbds a-acp;
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 254
7389
for whereas there were many sharers in his people formerly, now there is none but Christ to share with him:
for whereas there were many sharers in his people formerly, now there is none but christ to share with him:
c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d n2 p-acp po31 n1 av-j, av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 254
7390
He, and be alone is lest, and all the rest of the pretenders are casheered.
He, and be alone is lest, and all the rest of the pretenders Are Cashiered.
pns31, cc vbi j vbz vvn, cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbr vvn.
(34) part (DIV2)
956
Page 254
7391
They are more the Fathers when he hath given them to Jesus Christ, and he accordingly hath seiz'd upon them,
They Are more the Father's when he hath given them to jesus christ, and he accordingly hath seized upon them,
pns32 vbr dc cs n2 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp np1 np1, cc pns31 av-vvg vhz vvn p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7392
then they were before he gave them, because his title now is strengthened and enlarged: Indeed before he had a title to them by creation;
then they were before he gave them, Because his title now is strengthened and enlarged: Indeed before he had a title to them by creation;
cs pns32 vbdr a-acp pns31 vvd pno32, c-acp po31 n1 av vbz vvn cc vvn: av c-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7393
but now he hath a title to them by Creation and Redemption too:
but now he hath a title to them by Creation and Redemption too:
cc-acp av pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 av:
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7394
For Christ doth not redeem us for himself, as distinguished from the Father, but as one together with him:
For christ does not Redeem us for himself, as distinguished from the Father, but as one together with him:
c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp px31, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp pi av p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7395
His Father gives a people to him for this very end, that he may purchase and redeem them not to himself alone, but to his Father too;
His Father gives a people to him for this very end, that he may purchase and Redeem them not to himself alone, but to his Father too;
po31 n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 xx p-acp px31 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 av;
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7396
He is the Fathers Minister, the Fathers servant in this business, in the great work of Redemption;
He is the Father's Minister, the Father's servant in this business, in the great work of Redemption;
pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7397
his Father gives him, and his Father seals him, and his Father sends him;
his Father gives him, and his Father Seals him, and his Father sends him;
po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc po31 n1 vvz pno31;
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7398
and consequently what he doth, he doth not for himself so much as he is man, but for his Father;
and consequently what he does, he does not for himself so much as he is man, but for his Father;
cc av-j r-crq pns31 vdz, pns31 vdz xx p-acp px31 av av-d c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7399
and therefore when his Father hath bestowed them on him by Election, and he hath bought them by Redemption, his Father is so far from being outed of his right, that now he hath a better title to them, then he had before:
and Therefore when his Father hath bestowed them on him by Election, and he hath bought them by Redemption, his Father is so Far from being outed of his right, that now he hath a better title to them, then he had before:
cc av c-crq po31 n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg vvn pp-f po31 n-jn, cst av pns31 vhz dt jc n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vhd a-acp:
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7400
Now he can say, not only as he could before, they are mine; for I have received them:
Now he can say, not only as he could before, they Are mine; for I have received them:
av pns31 vmb vvi, xx av-j c-acp pns31 vmd a-acp, pns32 vbr png11; p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7401
but more then so, they are mine; for my own Son hath bought them, and brought them back again for me, when I had lost them.
but more then so, they Are mine; for my own Son hath bought them, and brought them back again for me, when I had lost them.
cc-acp av-dc cs av, pns32 vbr png11; p-acp po11 d n1 vhz vvn pno32, cc vvd pno32 av av p-acp pno11, c-crq pns11 vhd vvn pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
957
Page 254
7402
They are more the Fathers when he hath given them to Jesus Christ, and he accordingly hath seized upon them,
They Are more the Father's when he hath given them to jesus christ, and he accordingly hath seized upon them,
pns32 vbr dc cs n2 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp np1 np1, cc pns31 av-vvg vhz vvn p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7403
then they were before, because now they are one with him:
then they were before, Because now they Are one with him:
cs pns32 vbdr a-acp, c-acp av pns32 vbr crd p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7404
Before they did in some respect indeed belong to him, but now they are one with him;
Before they did in Some respect indeed belong to him, but now they Are one with him;
c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp d n1 av vvi p-acp pno31, cc-acp av pns32 vbr crd p-acp pno31;
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7405
they are not only one with Christ, but they are one with God the Father too, in, and by, and through Christ;
they Are not only one with christ, but they Are one with God the Father too, in, and by, and through christ;
pns32 vbr xx av-j pi p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vbr crd p-acp np1 dt n1 av, p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1;
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7406
for being joyned to Christ who is one with God the Father, they cannot but be joyned to him whom Jesus Christ is joyned to;
for being joined to christ who is one with God the Father, they cannot but be joined to him whom jesus christ is joined to;
p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1 r-crq vbz pi p-acp np1 dt n1, pns32 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 ro-crq np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp;
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7407
and hence our Saviour speaking to his Father of his people, saith he, they are one in us, Joh. 17.21. not one among themselves alone, but one in us; not in me only, but in thee too:
and hence our Saviour speaking to his Father of his people, Says he, they Are one in us, John 17.21. not one among themselves alone, but one in us; not in me only, but in thee too:
cc av po12 n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz pns31, pns32 vbr crd p-acp pno12, np1 crd. xx pi p-acp px32 av-j, cc-acp pi p-acp pno12; xx p-acp pno11 av-j, cc-acp p-acp pno21 av:
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7408
So that when God bestows a people on our Saviour, he brings them nearer to him then they were before:
So that when God bestows a people on our Saviour, he brings them nearer to him then they were before:
av cst c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 av-jc p-acp pno31 cs pns32 vbdr a-acp:
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7409
He doth not only make them his, but he makes them one with him; and an interest of union, is far beyond an interest of meer possession.
He does not only make them his, but he makes them one with him; and an Interest of Union, is Far beyond an Interest of mere possession.
pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 po31, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 pi p-acp pno31; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
958
Page 254
7410
So that yee see the point is cleer, The people of the Lord Christ do belong to God the Father;
So that ye see the point is clear, The people of the Lord christ do belong to God the Father;
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vdb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
959
Page 254
7411
and that the more because they are bestowed upon him by the Father.
and that the more Because they Are bestowed upon him by the Father.
cc cst dt av-dc c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
959
Page 254
7412
The Fathers interest is so far from being weakned and abated 〈 ◊ 〉 that indeed it is strengthened and increased by this means.
The Father's Interest is so Far from being weakened and abated 〈 ◊ 〉 that indeed it is strengthened and increased by this means.
dt ng1 n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg vvn cc vvn 〈 sy 〉 cst av pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
959
Page 254
7413
Is it so, that all the people of the Lord Christ are belonging to the Father? Then certainly they are most excellent and pretious people;
Is it so, that all the people of the Lord christ Are belonging to the Father? Then Certainly they Are most excellent and precious people;
vbz pn31 av, cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1? av av-j pns32 vbr av-ds j cc j n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 254
7414
for he will never own vile things.
for he will never own vile things.
c-acp pns31 vmb av-x d j n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 254
7415
It is a frequent thing in Scripture, that admirable and eximious things are said to be the Lords;
It is a frequent thing in Scripture, that admirable and eximious things Are said to be the lords;
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst j cc j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2;
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 254
7416
The hill of Sion, the hill of God, because the excellentest of all other hills, Psal. 68.15. The trees of Lebanon, the trees of the Lord, because the excellentest of all other trees.The hill of Sion, the hill of God, Because the excellentest of all other hills, Psalm 68.15. The trees of Lebanon, the trees of the Lord, Because the excellentest of all other trees.
dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt js pp-f d j-jn n2, np1 crd. dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt js pp-f d j-jn n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 254
7417
And so the Saints, the people of the Lord, because the excellentest of all other people;
And so the Saints, the people of the Lord, Because the excellentest of all other people;
cc av dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt js pp-f d j-jn n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7418
and surely that must needs be excellent which he owns:
and surely that must needs be excellent which he owns:
cc av-j d vmb av vbi j r-crq pns31 vvz:
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7419
And therefore let us learn to value them aright, and as the Lord in this respect hath made them high above others,
And Therefore let us Learn to valve them aright, and as the Lord in this respect hath made them high above Others,
cc av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 vhz vvn pno32 j p-acp n2-jn,
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7420
as he speaks of Israel, Deut. 26.18.19. God hath avouched thee to be his own peculiar people, to make thee high above all Nations.
as he speaks of Israel, Deuteronomy 26.18.19. God hath avouched thee to be his own peculiar people, to make thee high above all nations.
c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f np1, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno21 pc-acp vbi po31 d j n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 j p-acp d n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7421
So let us have an high esteem of them:
So let us have an high esteem of them:
av vvb pno12 vhi dt j n1 pp-f pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7422
let us not slight and disrespect them as carnal men are apt to do, because they have a meer outside;
let us not slight and disrespect them as carnal men Are apt to do, Because they have a mere outside;
vvb pno12 xx j cc n1 pno32 p-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vdi, c-acp pns32 vhb dt j n1-an;
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7423
but let us look upon them as the Fathers, as that which he peculiarly owns,
but let us look upon them as the Father's, as that which he peculiarly owns,
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2, c-acp d r-crq pns31 av-j vvz,
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7424
and that not as his ordinary stuffe, but as his Treasure and his Jewels, as they are often stiled in the Scripture:
and that not as his ordinary stuff, but as his Treasure and his Jewels, as they Are often styled in the Scripture:
cc cst xx p-acp po31 j n1, cc-acp c-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7425
And though they may be trodden under foot awhile, by wicked men, we may be confident the time is coming,
And though they may be trodden under foot awhile, by wicked men, we may be confident the time is coming,
cc cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 av, p-acp j n2, pns12 vmb vbi j dt n1 vbz vvg,
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7428
and wipe them clean from those abasures that have lain upon them, to hide their beauty,
and wipe them clean from those abasures that have lain upon them, to hide their beauty,
cc vvi pno32 j p-acp d n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi po32 n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7429
and obscure their lustre, and shew them in their brightness, and their splendor to the world.
and Obscure their lustre, and show them in their brightness, and their splendour to the world.
cc vvi po32 n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
960
Page 257
7430
Is it so, that all the people of the Lord Christ do belong, &c. Then let it be their care and their endevour so to walk,
Is it so, that all the people of the Lord christ do belong, etc. Then let it be their care and their endeavour so to walk,
vbz pn31 av, cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vdb vvi, av av vvb pn31 vbb po32 n1 cc po32 n1 av pc-acp vvi,
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7431
and so to carry and behave themselves, as a people ought to do who have such near relation, both to God and Christ, both to the Father and to the Son:
and so to carry and behave themselves, as a people ought to do who have such near Relation, both to God and christ, both to the Father and to the Son:
cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32, c-acp dt n1 vmd pc-acp vdi r-crq vhb d j n1, av-d p-acp np1 cc np1, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1:
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7432
And hence the people of the Lord are exhorted to be strict, and to be holy in a peculiar manner, on this very ground,
And hence the people of the Lord Are exhorted to be strict, and to be holy in a peculiar manner, on this very ground,
cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d j n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7433
as you may see that place for instance, Lev. 20.26. You shall be holy to me, saith the Lord.
as you may see that place for instance, Lev. 20.26. You shall be holy to me, Says the Lord.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7434
And why so? For I have severed you from other people, that you should be mine:
And why so? For I have severed you from other people, that you should be mine:
cc q-crq av? c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp j-jn n1, cst pn22 vmd vbi png11:
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7435
And so say I to you, my Brethren, you are the Lords own people, and he hath severed you from others to be his peculiar ones.
And so say I to you, my Brothers, you Are the lords own people, and he hath severed you from Others to be his peculiar ones.
cc av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, po11 n2, pn22 vbr dt n2 d n1, cc pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vbi po31 j pi2.
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7436
Oh see now that you walk as it becometh those to do, who are the Lords,
O see now that you walk as it Becometh those to do, who Are the lords,
uh vvb av cst pn22 vvb c-acp pn31 vvz d pc-acp vdi, r-crq vbr dt n2,
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7437
and that upon these two grounds: For
and that upon these two grounds: For
cc cst p-acp d crd n2: c-acp
(34) part (DIV2)
961
Page 257
7438
1. The sins of those who are his own, reflect with more disparagement upon him then the sins of others do.
1. The Sins of those who Are his own, reflect with more disparagement upon him then the Sins of Others doe.
crd dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr po31 d, vvb p-acp dc n1 p-acp pno31 av dt n2 pp-f n2-jn n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7439
He suffers not so much in the exorbitancies of other men that appertain not to him,
He suffers not so much in the Extravagancies of other men that appertain not to him,
pns31 vvz xx av av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 cst vvb xx p-acp pno31,
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7440
as he doth in yours, and therefore you should be the more wary.
as he does in yours, and Therefore you should be the more wary.
c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp png22, cc av pn22 vmd vbi dt av-dc j.
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7441
Oh let not wicked men have any cause to say of you, as the Heathen did sometimes of the people of the Jews, the only people of the Lord at that time, Ezek. 36.20.
O let not wicked men have any cause to say of you, as the Heathen did sometime of the people of the jews, the only people of the Lord At that time, Ezekiel 36.20.
uh vvb xx j n2 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22, c-acp dt j-jn vdd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7442
These are the people of the Lord, and they are gone out of his Land. They carried and demeaned themselves so ill, that he could not bear with them,These Are the people of the Lord, and they Are gone out of his Land. They carried and demeaned themselves so ill, that he could not bear with them,
d vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f po31 n1 pns32 vvd cc vvn px32 av av-jn, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7443
but he was fain to cast them forth out of the Land which he had bestowed upon them:
but he was fain to cast them forth out of the Land which he had bestowed upon them:
cc-acp pns31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 av av pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7444
So let not wicked wretches say of you, These are the people of the Lord, and yet they are proud, covetous, worldly, wanton, loose, &c. Let not his name I pray you be dishonored and blasphemed by your means;
So let not wicked wretches say of you, These Are the people of the Lord, and yet they Are proud, covetous, worldly, wanton, lose, etc. Let not his name I pray you be dishonoured and blasphemed by your means;
av vvb xx j n2 vvb pp-f pn22, d vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pns32 vbr j, j, j, j-jn, j, av vvb xx po31 n1 pns11 vvb pn22 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp po22 n2;
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7445
but think when you are tempted and enticed to any sin, Whether it be fit for those who are the Lords own people, to do such wickedness and sin against their God.
but think when you Are tempted and enticed to any since, Whither it be fit for those who Are the lords own people, to do such wickedness and since against their God.
cc-acp vvb c-crq pn22 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbb j p-acp d r-crq vbr dt n2 d n1, pc-acp vdi d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
962
Page 257
7446
2. As your iniquities who are the Lords, dishonour him more, so he will chasten you,
2. As your iniquities who Are the lords, dishonour him more, so he will chasten you,
crd p-acp po22 n2 r-crq vbr dt n2, vvb pno31 av-dc, av pns31 vmb vvi pn22,
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 257
7447
if you miscarry, sooner and quicker then he will do other men who are further off from him:
if you miscarry, sooner and quicker then he will do other men who Are further off from him:
cs pn22 vvb, av-c cc jc cs pns31 vmb vdi j-jn n2 r-crq vbr jc a-acp p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 257
7468
and love them very dearly too, as those that are so near to him: Property and interest is one special ground of love;
and love them very dearly too, as those that Are so near to him: Property and Interest is one special ground of love;
cc vvb pno32 av av-jn av, c-acp d cst vbr av av-j p-acp pno31: n1 cc n1 vbz pi j n1 pp-f n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7448
& this should make you yet more cautious; that known place is home and apposite to this purpose, Amos 3.12. You only have I known of all the families of the earth, therefore I will punish you:
& this should make you yet more cautious; that known place is home and apposite to this purpose, Amos 3.12. You only have I known of all the families of the earth, Therefore I will Punish you:
cc d vmd vvi pn22 av dc j; cst j-vvn n1 vbz av-an cc zz p-acp d n1, np1 crd. pn22 av-j vhb pns11 vvn pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av pns11 vmb vvi pn22:
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 257
7449
For other families that are not mine, as you are, and that appertain not to me in such a special manner as you do, I shall not be so quick to exercise my Discipline upon them.
For other families that Are not mine, as you Are, and that appertain not to me in such a special manner as you do, I shall not be so quick to exercise my Discipline upon them.
p-acp j-jn n2 cst vbr xx png11, c-acp pn22 vbr, cc d vvb xx p-acp pno11 p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp pn22 vdb, pns11 vmb xx vbi av j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7450
But you are mine own houshold, and therefore if you do amiss, I will be sure to take a course with you.
But you Are mine own household, and Therefore if you do amiss, I will be sure to take a course with you.
p-acp pn22 vbr po11 d n1, cc av cs pn22 vdb av, pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22.
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7451
If God see many Aliens to him, doing any wickedness, he may bear with them long,
If God see many Aliens to him, doing any wickedness, he may bear with them long,
cs np1 vvb d n2-jn p-acp pno31, vdg d n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-j,
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7452
for it concerns him not so much to deal against them;
for it concerns him not so much to deal against them;
c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7453
but if he spy out any of his own amongst them, doing as the rest do, he will be sure to single him and call him out from all the rest,
but if he spy out any of his own among them, doing as the rest do, he will be sure to single him and call him out from all the rest,
cc-acp cs pns31 vvb av d pp-f po31 d p-acp pno32, vdg c-acp dt n1 vdb, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp j pno31 cc vvi pno31 av p-acp d dt n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7454
and say, You are my own, you appertain especially to me;
and say, You Are my own, you appertain especially to me;
cc vvi, pn22 vbr po11 d, pn22 vvb av-j p-acp pno11;
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7455
and what, will you do as these vile abominable wretches do? will you run out with them to the same excess of riot? Come I must order you,
and what, will you do as these vile abominable wretches do? will you run out with them to the same excess of riot? Come I must order you,
cc q-crq, vmb pn22 vdi p-acp d j j n2 vdb? vmb pn22 vvi av p-acp pno32 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1? np1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22,
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7456
though I let the rest alone, I must not suffer you in such courses.
though I let the rest alone, I must not suffer you in such courses.
cs pns11 vvb dt n1 av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp d n2.
(34) part (DIV2)
963
Page 258
7457
Is it so, that all people of the Lord Christ do belong, &c. Here then is pretious comfort for the Saints arising from the property and interest that God the Father hath in them.
Is it so, that all people of the Lord christ do belong, etc. Here then is precious Comfort for the Saints arising from the property and Interest that God the Father hath in them.
vbz pn31 av, cst d n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vdb vvi, av av av vbz j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst np1 dt n1 vhz p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
964
Page 258
7458
For it they be his own, and that in such a special and peculiar way, as we have shewed, we may be confident, he will do very much for them, and that in divers cases;
For it they be his own, and that in such a special and peculiar Way, as we have showed, we may be confident, he will do very much for them, and that in diverse cases;
p-acp pn31 pns32 vbb po31 d, cc cst p-acp d dt j cc j n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, pns12 vmb vbi j, pns31 vmb vdi av av-d c-acp pno32, cc cst p-acp j n2;
(34) part (DIV2)
964
Page 258
7459
I will name a few of them. 1. If they be his own, the Father certainly will hear the Son for them;
I will name a few of them. 1. If they be his own, the Father Certainly will hear the Son for them;
pns11 vmb vvi dt d pp-f pno32. crd cs pns32 vbb po31 d, dt n1 av-j vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
964
Page 258
7460
he will be easily entreated for those that have such near relation to him:
he will be Easily entreated for those that have such near Relation to him:
pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp d cst vhb d j n1 p-acp pno31:
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7461
If they were only Christs, and not his, this were enough to make him facile, to the Intercession that his own Son makes for them,
If they were only Christ, and not his, this were enough to make him facile, to the Intercession that his own Son makes for them,
cs pns32 vbdr av-j npg1, cc xx po31, d vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 j, p-acp dt n1 cst po31 d n1 vvz p-acp pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7462
because they appertain to one that is so infinitely dear to him: But seeing they are Christs and his too, this carries all before it;
Because they appertain to one that is so infinitely dear to him: But seeing they Are Christ and his too, this carries all before it;
c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pi cst vbz av av-j j-jn p-acp pno31: cc-acp vvg pns32 vbr npg1 cc po31 av, d vvz d p-acp pn31;
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7463
and this is that our Saviour urges in my Text, That those for whom he prayed and interceded, did aswell belong to his Father as himself:
and this is that our Saviour urges in my Text, That those for whom he prayed and interceded, did aswell belong to his Father as himself:
cc d vbz d po12 n1 vvz p-acp po11 n1, cst d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd cc vvd, vdd av vvi p-acp po31 n1 c-acp px31:
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7464
so that his Father was as much engaged to hear as he was to pray for them;
so that his Father was as much engaged to hear as he was to pray for them;
av cst po31 n1 vbds c-acp av-d vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7465
I pray for them whom thou hast given me, for they are thine; q. d. I hope thou wilt not put me off with a denyal;I pray for them whom thou hast given me, for they Are thine; q. worser. I hope thou wilt not put me off with a denial;
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pns32 vbr png21; sy. sy. pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7466
For they are thine as well as mine, whom I intercede for.For they Are thine as well as mine, whom I intercede for.
c-acp pns32 vbr png21 c-acp av c-acp png11, ro-crq pns11 vvi p-acp.
(34) part (DIV2)
965
Page 258
7467
2. If they belong to God the Father, we may depend upon it, he doth love them,
2. If they belong to God the Father, we may depend upon it, he does love them,
crd cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vdz vvi pno32,
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7469
we use to love our own, you know, yea many times to dote upon them out of measure,
we use to love our own, you know, yea many times to dote upon them out of measure,
pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 d, pn22 vvb, uh d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av pp-f n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7470
though there be nothing lovely in them. And certainly the Lord hath very dear affections to his own too;
though there be nothing lovely in them. And Certainly the Lord hath very dear affections to his own too;
cs pc-acp vbb pix j p-acp pno32. cc av-j dt n1 vhz av j-jn n2 p-acp po31 d av;
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7471
though they be black, yet they are comely in his eyes:
though they be black, yet they Are comely in his eyes:
cs pns32 vbb j-jn, av pns32 vbr j p-acp po31 n2:
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7472
His love towards them is so great, that it covers many faults, and many blemishes and spots in them:
His love towards them is so great, that it covers many Faults, and many blemishes and spots in them:
po31 n1 p-acp pno32 vbz av j, cst pn31 vvz d n2, cc d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7473
and the cause of all is this, the near and special interest he hath in them;
and the cause of all is this, the near and special Interest he hath in them;
cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz d, dt j cc j n1 pns31 vhz p-acp pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7474
this makes his love without measure and without end, Joh. 13.1. Having loved his own to the end he loves them.
this makes his love without measure and without end, John 13.1. Having loved his own to the end he loves them.
d vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, np1 crd. vhg vvn po31 d p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
966
Page 258
7475
3. If they belong to God the Father, he will be very tender of their wrongs;
3. If they belong to God the Father, he will be very tender of their wrongs;
crd cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi av j pp-f po32 n2-jn;
(34) part (DIV2)
967
Page 258
7476
and this he will discover one of those two ways, either he will defend them, or avenge them.
and this he will discover one of those two ways, either he will defend them, or avenge them.
cc d pns31 vmb vvi crd pp-f d crd n2, av-d pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
967
Page 258
7477
First if he see it fit, he will defend them, and protect them from the wrongs of those that seek to be abusive and injurious to them:
First if he see it fit, he will defend them, and Pact them from the wrongs of those that seek to be abusive and injurious to them:
ord cs pns31 vvb pn31 j, pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f d cst vvb pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
968
Page 258
7478
They are his own, and therefore he will certainly take care of them.
They Are his own, and Therefore he will Certainly take care of them.
pns32 vbr po31 d, cc av pns31 vmb av-j vvi n1 pp-f pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
968
Page 258
7479
Beloved, these are times of some danger, and it is good to have a sure and safe keeper.
beloved, these Are times of Some danger, and it is good to have a sure and safe keeper.
j-vvn, d vbr n2 pp-f d n1, cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi dt j cc j n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
968
Page 259
7480
And verily they that belong to God are in a very good condition, what ever alterations come upon the world;
And verily they that belong to God Are in a very good condition, what ever alterations come upon the world;
cc av-j pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 vbr p-acp dt j j n1, r-crq av n2 vvb p-acp dt n1;
(34) part (DIV2)
968
Page 259
7481
how ever matters go, he will be careful of his own;
how ever matters go, he will be careful of his own;
c-crq av n2 vvb, pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f po31 d;
(34) part (DIV2)
968
Page 259
7482
he will not be so ill a Master to abandon them to ruine, when they have most need of him: Or
he will not be so ill a Master to abandon them to ruin, when they have most need of him: Or
pns31 vmb xx vbi av j-jn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns32 vhb ds n1 pp-f pno31: cc
(34) part (DIV2)
968
Page 259
7483
Secondly, if he defend them not from wrong, (as he may leave his own sometimes in the hands of wicked men,
Secondly, if he defend them not from wrong, (as he may leave his own sometime in the hands of wicked men,
ord, cs pns31 vvb pno32 xx p-acp n-jn, (c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 d av p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2,
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7484
for causes which he best knows,) certainly he will avenge them:
for Causes which he best knows,) Certainly he will avenge them:
c-acp n2 r-crq pns31 av-j vvz,) av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7485
The property and interest he hath in them, will engage him to appear on their side, to take their quarrel into his hands,
The property and Interest he hath in them, will engage him to appear on their side, to take their quarrel into his hands,
dt n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz p-acp pno32, vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp po31 n2,
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7486
and to render wrath to those that are abusive and injurious to them.
and to render wrath to those that Are abusive and injurious to them.
cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d cst vbr j cc j p-acp pno32.
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7487
Especially if they make complaint to him, and if they cry because of the oppression, they are so near and dear to him, that he cannot choose but right them;
Especially if they make complaint to him, and if they cry Because of the oppression, they Are so near and dear to him, that he cannot choose but right them;
av-j cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno31, cc cs pns32 vvb c-acp pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr av j cc j-jn p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7488
Will he not avenge his own, when they cry day and night to him, Luk. 18.7.Will he not avenge his own, when they cry day and night to him, Luk. 18.7.
vmb pns31 xx vvi po31 d, c-crq pns32 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7489
As who should say, Do you make a question of it? it is impossible but he should do it.
As who should say, Do you make a question of it? it is impossible but he should do it.
p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31? pn31 vbz j p-acp pns31 vmd vdi pn31.
(34) part (DIV2)
969
Page 259
7490
4. If they belong to God, he will provide for them:
4. If they belong to God, he will provide for them:
crd cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7491
Will he not find his people meat and drink, and clothes, and other things that are expedient for them? Doth he keep so ill an house, to let his Family lack bread? Oh do not so dishonour him, to have such poor and low thoughts of him;
Will he not find his people meat and drink, and clothes, and other things that Are expedient for them? Does he keep so ill an house, to let his Family lack bred? O do not so dishonour him, to have such poor and low thoughts of him;
vmb pns31 xx vvi po31 n1 n1 cc vvi, cc n2, cc j-jn n2 cst vbr j p-acp pno32? vdz pns31 vvi av j-jn dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi n1? uh vdb xx av vvi pno31, pc-acp vhi d j cc j n2 pp-f pno31;
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7492
it's that which troubles many that belong to God, of the meaner sort of people, they are afraid that they shall want;
it's that which Troubles many that belong to God, of the meaner sort of people, they Are afraid that they shall want;
pn31|vbz d r-crq vvz d cst vvb p-acp np1, pp-f dt jc n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr j cst pns32 vmb vvi;
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7493
their charge encreases and their Trade decays, and poverty begins to come upon them like an armed man,
their charge increases and their Trade decays, and poverty begins to come upon them like an armed man,
po32 n1 vvz cc po32 n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av-j dt j-vvn n1,
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7494
and now their hearts are quite down; they doubt their Master will not find them bread.
and now their hearts Are quite down; they doubt their Master will not find them bred.
cc av po32 n2 vbr av a-acp; pns32 vvb po32 n1 vmb xx vvi pno32 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7495
Oh you of little faith, wherefore do you doubt? Why do you so distrust God? The earth is the Lords, and the fulness thereof. O you of little faith, Wherefore do you doubt? Why do you so distrust God? The earth is the lords, and the fullness thereof.
uh pn22 pp-f j n1, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi? q-crq vdb pn22 av n1 np1? dt n1 vbz dt n2, cc dt n1 av.
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7496
You are his who is the Lord of all the Earth, and all the fulness of provision that is in it.
You Are his who is the Lord of all the Earth, and all the fullness of provision that is in it.
pn22 vbr po31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31.
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7497
He feeds his enemies, and will he see his own want? Truly my Brethren,
He feeds his enemies, and will he see his own want? Truly my Brothers,
pns31 vvz po31 n2, cc vmb pns31 vvi po31 d n1? np1 po11 n2,
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7498
if you have not such provision as you would desire, it is because he sees it best to dyet you,
if you have not such provision as you would desire, it is Because he sees it best to diet you,
cs pn22 vhb xx d n1 c-acp pn22 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 js pc-acp n1 pn22,
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7499
and knows that fulness and plenty of external things would not in any case be best for you.
and knows that fullness and plenty of external things would not in any case be best for you.
cc vvz d n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 vmd xx p-acp d n1 vbb js c-acp pn22.
(34) part (DIV2)
970
Page 259
7500
5. If they belong to God, he will not lose them;
5. If they belong to God, he will not loose them;
crd cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
971
Page 259
7501
what do you think the Lord will be so wretchless that he will not keep his own? No, no, he bought them at so dear a rate, that he will know how he forgoes them:
what do you think the Lord will be so wretchless that he will not keep his own? No, no, he bought them At so dear a rate, that he will know how he foregoes them:
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 vmb vbi av j cst pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 d? uh-dx, uh-dx, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp av j-jn dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvz pno32:
(34) part (DIV2)
971
Page 259
7502
His they are and he will keep them;
His they Are and he will keep them;
png31 pns32 vbr cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32;
(34) part (DIV2)
971
Page 259
7503
and however sin and Satan and the world are alwayes plucking at them, to get them (if it might be possible) away from God, he will hold them fast enough, that none shall pluck them out of his hand.
and however since and Satan and the world Are always plucking At them, to get them (if it might be possible) away from God, he will hold them fast enough, that none shall pluck them out of his hand.
cc c-acp n1 cc np1 cc dt n1 vbr av vvg p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 (cs pn31 vmd vbi j) av p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av-j av-d, cst pix vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po31 n1.
(34) part (DIV2)
971
Page 259
7504
JOHN 17.10. And I am glorified in them.JOHN 17.10. And I am glorified in them.
np1 crd. cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
971
Page 259
7505
AND thus far of the first consideration, that induced our Saviour to become a Suitor for his Apostles and Disciples to his Father:
AND thus Far of the First consideration, that induced our Saviour to become a Suitor for his Apostles and Disciples to his Father:
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1, cst vvd po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
973
Page 259
7506
The joynt relation which they had to himself and to his Father.
The joint Relation which they had to himself and to his Father.
dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp px31 cc p-acp po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
973
Page 259
7507
Before he pass on to the next consideration, he addes a consectary that depends on this,
Before he pass on to the next consideration, he adds a consectary that depends on this,
c-acp pns31 vvb a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d,
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7508
and flows from this, the neer relation which they had to him, to Christ himself;
and flows from this, the near Relation which they had to him, to christ himself;
cc vvz p-acp d, dt av-j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp pno31, p-acp np1 px31;
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7509
All mine are thine, saith our Saviour to his Father, and thine are mine. And what follows? Since they are mine, I am glorified in them. All mine Are thine, Says our Saviour to his Father, and thine Are mine. And what follows? Since they Are mine, I am glorified in them.
d n1 vbr png21, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc png21 vbr png11. cc r-crq vvz? c-acp pns32 vbr png11, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7510
And this addes strength to the Consideration upon which it is inferred, and hath something in it farther to move our Saviour to be mindful of his Apostles and Disciples in his prayers,
And this adds strength to the Consideration upon which it is inferred, and hath something in it farther to move our Saviour to be mindful of his Apostles and Disciples in his Prayers,
cc d vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc vhz pi p-acp pn31 jc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7511
because as they were his own, so he was glorified in them.
Because as they were his own, so he was glorified in them.
c-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr po31 d, av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7512
Many times we are dishonoured in those that are our own, and that have near relation to us, more then we are,
Many times we Are dishonoured in those that Are our own, and that have near Relation to us, more then we Are,
av-d n2 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d cst vbr po12 d, cc cst vhb j n1 p-acp pno12, dc cs pns12 vbr,
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7513
yea more then we can be in those that are further off from us. Christ is not so in those that appertain to him;
yea more then we can be in those that Are further off from us. christ is not so in those that appertain to him;
uh av-dc cs pns12 vmb vbi p-acp d cst vbr jc a-acp p-acp pno12. np1 vbz xx av p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno31;
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7514
no, he is glorified in them: The more inclinable he is to tender them in his petitions to his Father;
no, he is glorified in them: The more inclinable he is to tender them in his petitions to his Father;
uh-dx, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32: dt av-dc j pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7515
I pray for them, I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me; I pray for them, I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me;
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11;
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7516
for they are thine, and mine are thine, and thine are mine, and I am glorified in them. for they Are thine, and mine Are thine, and thine Are mine, and I am glorified in them.
c-acp pns32 vbr png21, cc png11 vbr png21, cc png21 vbr png11, cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
974
Page 260
7517
And here the phrase our Saviour uses, deserves our careful and attentive observation: He doth not say, I am glorified by them, but I am glorified in them;
And Here the phrase our Saviour uses, deserves our careful and attentive observation: He does not say, I am glorified by them, but I am glorified in them;
cc av dt n1 po12 n1 vvz, vvz po12 j cc j n1: pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32;
(35) part (DIV2)
975
Page 260
7518
not by them in an active way, but in them in a passive way, q. d. any thing that is commendable and praise worthy in them, tends to advance my praise,
not by them in an active Way, but in them in a passive Way, q. worser. any thing that is commendable and praise worthy in them, tends to advance my praise,
xx p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, vvd. sy. d n1 cst vbz j cc vvi j p-acp pno32, vvz pc-acp vvi po11 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
975
Page 260
7519
and to set forth my glory; I have the honor of any worth or excellency that is in them any way:
and to Set forth my glory; I have the honour of any worth or excellency that is in them any Way:
cc pc-acp vvi av po11 n1; pns11 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32 d n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
975
Page 260
7520
and that by reason of the near relation which I have to them, and the interest I have in them.
and that by reason of the near Relation which I have to them, and the Interest I have in them.
cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq pns11 vhb p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 pns11 vhb p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
975
Page 260
7521
They are mine, and I am glorified in them. So that the point to be observed is this.They Are mine, and I am glorified in them. So that the point to be observed is this.
pns32 vbr png11, cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32. av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(35) part (DIV2)
975
Page 260
7522
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ is glorified in all those that belong to him.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ is glorified in all those that belong to him.
n1. cst np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp pno31.
(35) part (DIV2)
975
Page 260
7523
If they be his, he is glorified in them even as the Teacher is glorified in the Scholar,
If they be his, he is glorified in them even as the Teacher is glorified in the Scholar,
cs pns32 vbb png31, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 av c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7524
as the Master is glorified in the servant, or as the head is glorified in the members,
as the Master is glorified in the servant, or as the head is glorified in the members,
c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7525
so Christ is glorified in his people;
so christ is glorified in his people;
av np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7526
he is the great Prophet, the great Teacher of his Church, and if his people learn well,
he is the great Prophet, the great Teacher of his Church, and if his people Learn well,
pns31 vbz dt j n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc cs po31 n1 vvi av,
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7527
if they thrive and grow in knowledge, it is a Commendation to their Teacher;
if they thrive and grow in knowledge, it is a Commendation to their Teacher;
cs pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7528
he is the Lord and Master of his people, and if his servants do well, it is an honour to their Master:
he is the Lord and Master of his people, and if his Servants do well, it is an honour to their Master:
pns31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc cs po31 n2 vdb av, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7529
He is the head of his Church which is his body;
He is the head of his Church which is his body;
pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vbz po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7530
and if his members thrive well, if they have any beauty in them, it is a commendation to their Head;
and if his members thrive well, if they have any beauty in them, it is a commendation to their Head;
cc cs po31 n2 vvi av, cs pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7531
Indeed, my Brethren, if they were the Scholars of another Master, the servants of another Lord, the members of another head, their proficiency and tractability,
Indeed, my Brothers, if they were the Scholars of Another Master, the Servants of Another Lord, the members of Another head, their proficiency and tractability,
av, po11 n2, cs pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, po32 n1 cc n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7532
and beauty, were nothing to the Lord Christ.
and beauty, were nothing to the Lord christ.
cc n1, vbdr pix p-acp dt n1 np1.
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7533
But seeing they belong to him, he hath the honour of any thing that is commendable in them.
But seeing they belong to him, he hath the honour of any thing that is commendable in them.
p-acp vvg pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz j p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
976
Page 260
7534
To clear the point a little more distinctly to you, Jesus Christ is glorified in all those that belong to him, either in the present life,
To clear the point a little more distinctly to you, jesus christ is glorified in all those that belong to him, either in the present life,
pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt av-j av-dc av-j p-acp pn22, np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp pno31, av-d p-acp dt j n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
977
Page 260
7535
or in that which is to come. First in the present life he is glorified in their grace.
or in that which is to come. First in the present life he is glorified in their grace.
cc p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. ord p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
977
Page 260
7536
Then in the life to come, he is glorified in their glory.
Then in the life to come, he is glorified in their glory.
av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
977
Page 260
14644
and enemies are just upon the other hand: and so it is in this case.
and enemies Are just upon the other hand: and so it is in this case.
cc n2 vbr j p-acp dt j-jn n1: cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
7537
1. In the present life he is glorified in the grace of all those that belong to him: Their grace is his glory:
1. In the present life he is glorified in the grace of all those that belong to him: Their grace is his glory:
crd p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d cst vvb p-acp pno31: po32 n1 vbz po31 n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 260
7538
When they abound in faith, and love, and hope, and patience, and obedience, this is an honour to the Lord Christ, that he hath such people, so qualified, and so imployed:
When they abound in faith, and love, and hope, and patience, and Obedience, this is an honour to the Lord christ, that he hath such people, so qualified, and so employed:
c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cst pns31 vhz d n1, av vvn, cc av vvn:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7539
when they believe in difficult and hard cases, they glorifie him in believing, as it is said of Abraham, Rom. 4.20. He was strong in Faith, giving glory to God:
when they believe in difficult and hard cases, they Glorify him in believing, as it is said of Abraham, Rom. 4.20. He was strong in Faith, giving glory to God:
c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j cc j n2, pns32 vvi pno31 p-acp vvg, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd. pns31 vbds j p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7540
when they are fruitful in the works of righteousness, these are also to the praise of his glory:
when they Are fruitful in the works of righteousness, these Are also to the praise of his glory:
c-crq pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, d vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7541
Herein is he glorified, if they bring forth much fruit:
Herein is he glorified, if they bring forth much fruit:
av vbz pns31 vvn, cs pns32 vvb av d n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7542
For Jesus Christ is looked upon as the Original of all the good, the Fountain and the Spring of all the holiness that is in his people.
For jesus christ is looked upon as the Original of all the good, the Fountain and the Spring of all the holiness that is in his people.
c-acp np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt j-jn pp-f d dt j, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7543
And hence the praise of all returns to him, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Rom. 11. ult. For of him are all things.
And hence the praise of all returns to him, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Rom. 11. ult. For of him Are all things.
cc av dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd n1. p-acp pp-f pno31 vbr d n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7544
And what follows? To him be glory for ever, Amen.
And what follows? To him be glory for ever, Amen.
cc r-crq vvz? p-acp pno31 vbb n1 p-acp av, uh-n.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7545
If any of his people have a special gift of knowledge, they have learned it all of Christ:
If any of his people have a special gift of knowledge, they have learned it all of christ:
cs d pp-f po31 n1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb vvn pn31 d pp-f np1:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7546
if they excel in other grace, they receive it all from Christ.
if they excel in other grace, they receive it all from christ.
cs pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vvb pn31 d p-acp np1.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7547
If they have any choice ability to any holy and religious duty, it is Christ that makes them able,
If they have any choice ability to any holy and religious duty, it is christ that makes them able,
cs pns32 vhb d j n1 p-acp d j cc j n1, pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz pno32 j,
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7548
and it is Christ that strengthens them.
and it is christ that strengthens them.
cc pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7549
They that have judgements exercised and are able to discern assoon as they discover any excellency in any kind in any of the Saints, they ascribe it all to Christ,
They that have Judgments exercised and Are able to discern As soon as they discover any excellency in any kind in any of the Saints, they ascribe it all to christ,
pns32 cst vhb n2 vvn cc vbr j pc-acp vvi av c-acp pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2, pns32 vvb pn31 d p-acp np1,
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7550
because they know they had it all from him:
Because they know they had it all from him:
c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vhd pn31 d p-acp pno31:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7551
See what Jesus Christ can do in, and for, and by those that have Originally nothing that is good in them.
See what jesus christ can do in, and for, and by those that have Originally nothing that is good in them.
vvb r-crq np1 np1 vmb vdi p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp d cst vhb av-j pix cst vbz j p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7552
If any of them shine, the beams that make them glister, come from Christ, and they dart back to Christ again:
If any of them shine, the beams that make them glister, come from christ, and they dart back to christ again:
cs d pp-f pno32 vvi, dt n2 cst vvb pno32 vvi, vvb p-acp np1, cc pns32 vvb av p-acp np1 av:
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7553
He shines upon them, and he shines in them, as the Prophet insinuates, Isai. 60.1. Arise and shine, for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
He shines upon them, and he shines in them, as the Prophet insinuates, Isaiah 60.1. Arise and shine, for thy Light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. vvb cc vvi, p-acp po21 n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7554
It is a glory to the Lord Christ that he hath such a beautiful and glorious people.
It is a glory to the Lord christ that he hath such a beautiful and glorious people.
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 cst pns31 vhz d dt j cc j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7555
And thus you see, my Brethren, he is glorified in the grace of those that belong to him.
And thus you see, my Brothers, he is glorified in the grace of those that belong to him.
cc av pn22 vvb, po11 n2, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno31.
(35) part (DIV2)
978
Page 261
7556
2. As he is glorified in the grace, so he is glorified and shall be glorified in the glory of those that belong to him:
2. As he is glorified in the grace, so he is glorified and shall be glorified in the glory of those that belong to him:
crd p-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbz vvn cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno31:
(35) part (DIV2)
979
Page 261
7557
especially in the great day, when he shall come to be glorified in his Saints,
especially in the great day, when he shall come to be glorified in his Saints,
av-j p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
979
Page 261
7577
and at the glory of their fellow-Saints, and the transcendent love of Christ in it!
and At the glory of their fellow-Saints, and the transcendent love of christ in it!
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31!
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7558
and to be admired in all them that believe, as the Apostle Paul tells us, 2 Thess. 1.10. to be glorified in them to wonder and to admiration.
and to be admired in all them that believe, as the Apostle Paul tells us, 2 Thess 1.10. to be glorified in them to wonder and to admiration.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pno32 cst vvb, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi cc p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
979
Page 261
7559
So that the world shall be astonished and amazed to see the matchless and unutterable glory that he shall adorn them with,
So that the world shall be astonished and amazed to see the matchless and unutterable glory that he shall adorn them with,
av cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp,
(35) part (DIV2)
979
Page 261
7560
and in their glory glorifie himself.
and in their glory Glorify himself.
cc p-acp po32 n1 vvi px31.
(35) part (DIV2)
979
Page 261
7561
This shall transport beholders into wonder, it shall make them to admire them, and to admire Christ in them.
This shall transport beholders into wonder, it shall make them to admire them, and to admire christ in them.
d vmb vvi n2 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
979
Page 261
7562
Its true, Christ shall be glorified wonderfully on that day in the damnation and destruction of the wicked that belong not to him.
Its true, christ shall be glorified wonderfully on that day in the damnation and destruction of the wicked that belong not to him.
pn31|vbz j, np1 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cst vvb xx p-acp pno31.
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7563
The wrath of Jesus Christ shall be an admirable wrath;
The wrath of jesus christ shall be an admirable wrath;
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vmb vbi dt j n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7564
the judgements and the vengeance that he shall inflict upon them shall be full of wonder;
the Judgments and the vengeance that he shall inflict upon them shall be full of wonder;
dt n2 cc dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 vmb vbi j pp-f n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7565
that men shall be astonished and amazed to see, that Jesus Christ the Lamb of God, who in this life hath shewed himself so meek and patient,
that men shall be astonished and amazed to see, that jesus christ the Lamb of God, who in this life hath showed himself so meek and patient,
d n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi, cst np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vhz vvn px31 av j cc j,
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7566
and long-suffering to abominable sinners, should be so out of measure wrath with them. Ungodly men themselves will wonder at his fury.
and long-suffering to abominable Sinners, should be so out of measure wrath with them. Ungodly men themselves will wonder At his fury.
cc j p-acp j n2, vmd vbi av av pp-f n1 n1 p-acp pno32. j n2 px32 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7567
The Saints will wonder at his glorious justice, and adore the righteousness of his proceedings with all the wicked unbelievers of the world.
The Saints will wonder At his glorious Justice, and adore the righteousness of his proceedings with all the wicked unbelievers of the world.
dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7568
Yea, their confusion and destruction in that great and dreadfull day will be one special part of that admirable glory, whereby Christ will be wonderfull in the eyes of all his people.
Yea, their confusion and destruction in that great and dreadful day will be one special part of that admirable glory, whereby christ will be wonderful in the eyes of all his people.
uh, po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d j cc j n1 vmb vbi crd j n1 pp-f cst j n1, c-crq np1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 261
7569
Because for their sakes, and the wrongs and injuries that wicked men have offered them, shall their judgement be the heavier,
Because for their sakes, and the wrongs and injuries that wicked men have offered them, shall their judgement be the Heavier,
p-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc dt n2-jn cc n2 cst j n2 vhb vvn pno32, vmb po32 n1 vbb dt jc,
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 262
7570
and the deeper, and that to all eternity.
and the Deeper, and that to all eternity.
cc dt jc-jn, cc cst p-acp d n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 262
7571
Oh what an admirable thing is this (will the poor people of the Lord say) that Jesus Christ should have such dear respect to us, that he should be so angry with poor creatures and execute such heavy wrath upon them for our sakes!
O what an admirable thing is this (will the poor people of the Lord say) that jesus christ should have such dear respect to us, that he should be so angry with poor creatures and execute such heavy wrath upon them for our sakes!
uh r-crq dt j n1 vbz d (n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb) cst np1 np1 vmd vhi d j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmd vbi av j p-acp j n2 cc vvi d j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 n2!
(35) part (DIV2)
980
Page 262
7572
But there will be incomparably greater cause of glorifying Jesus Christ, and of wondering at his mercy in the salvation of his own people.
But there will be incomparably greater cause of glorifying jesus christ, and of wondering At his mercy in the salvation of his own people.
p-acp a-acp vmb vbi av-j jc n1 pp-f vvg np1 np1, cc pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7573
For alas the wicked shall have nothing else but their deserts in that day.
For alas the wicked shall have nothing Else but their deserts in that day.
p-acp uh dt j vmb vhi pix av p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7574
But this shall be the height of wonder that Jesus Christ should load his people with such an Hyperbolical and transcendent weight of glory without the least desert on their part,
But this shall be the height of wonder that jesus christ should load his people with such an Hyperbolical and transcendent weight of glory without the least desert on their part,
p-acp d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp po32 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7575
yea when they have deserved the same extremity of vengeance that is inflicted on the wicked.
yea when they have deserved the same extremity of vengeance that is inflicted on the wicked.
uh c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt d n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j.
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7576
Oh what a glory must this be to Jesus Christ? how shall this fill the mouths of all the Angels and triumphant Saints in heaven with his praises? How shall his people wonder at their own glory,
O what a glory must this be to jesus christ? how shall this fill the mouths of all the Angels and triumphant Saints in heaven with his praises? How shall his people wonder At their own glory,
uh r-crq dt n1 vmb d vbi p-acp np1 np1? q-crq vmb d vvi dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 cc j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2? q-crq vmb po31 n1 vvi p-acp po32 d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7578
How shall the great ones of the earth that have contemned and trampled under foot the poor despised Servants of the Lord Christ, stand amazed at their glory, beyond all that they looked for!
How shall the great ones of the earth that have contemned and trampled under foot the poor despised Servants of the Lord christ, stand amazed At their glory, beyond all that they looked for!
q-crq vmb dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1 cst vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 dt j j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, vvb vvn p-acp po32 n1, p-acp d cst pns32 vvd p-acp!
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7579
Oh my beloved, how wonderfull shall Jesus Christ be in that day to all the world, in the incomparable glory which then he will bestow upon his poor contemned and despised people!
O my Beloved, how wonderful shall jesus christ be in that day to all the world, in the incomparable glory which then he will bestow upon his poor contemned and despised people!
uh po11 j-vvn, c-crq j vmb np1 np1 vbb p-acp d n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j j-vvn cc j-vvn n1!
(35) part (DIV2)
981
Page 262
7580
Now is it so that Jesus Christ is glorified in all those that belong to him? What think we then of those,
Now is it so that jesus christ is glorified in all those that belong to him? What think we then of those,
av vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp pno31? q-crq vvb pns12 av pp-f d,
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7581
and to whom do they belong, in in whom he is not glorified at all, who are perpetually a dishonour to him? We may be bold to say of such, who are so far from being to the praise of his glory, that while they have a being, they are a prejudice and shame to Christ, that they belong not to the Lord Christ, they are none of his people.
and to whom do they belong, in in whom he is not glorified At all, who Are perpetually a dishonour to him? We may be bold to say of such, who Are so Far from being to the praise of his glory, that while they have a being, they Are a prejudice and shame to christ, that they belong not to the Lord christ, they Are none of his people.
cc p-acp qo-crq vdb pns32 vvi, p-acp p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d, r-crq vbr av-j dt n1 p-acp pno31? pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f d, r-crq vbr av av-j p-acp vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst cs pns32 vhb dt vbg, pns32 vbr dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 np1, pns32 vbr pix pp-f po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7582
Methinks the thought of this should even break the hearts of the wicked and ungodly men;
Methinks the Thought of this should even break the hearts of the wicked and ungodly men;
vvz dt n1 pp-f d vmd av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n2;
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7583
you who lye in wickedness, and wallow in uncleanness, whose lives are full of nothing else but lewdness and prophaness, who are conscious to your selves that Christ hath not a whit of honour by you,
you who lie in wickedness, and wallow in uncleanness, whose lives Are full of nothing Else but Lewdness and profaneness, who Are conscious to your selves that christ hath not a whit of honour by you,
pn22 zz vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, rg-crq n2 vbr j pp-f pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp po22 n2 cst np1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22,
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7584
unless ungodliness and sin will bring it: to whom a man may truly say as the Apostle doth to some, Rom. 2.24. The name of Christ is blasphemed by your means;
unless ungodliness and since will bring it: to whom a man may truly say as the Apostle does to Some, Rom. 2.24. The name of christ is blasphemed by your means;
cs n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pn31: p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp d, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2;
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7585
I beseech you seriously bethink your selves what condition you are in; believe it for the present you are none of Christs.
I beseech you seriously bethink your selves what condition you Are in; believe it for the present you Are none of Christ.
pns11 vvb pn22 av-j vvb po22 n2 r-crq n1 pn22 vbr p-acp; vvb pn31 p-acp dt j pn22 vbr pix pp-f npg1.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7586
Take notice of his own expression in my text, they are mine, and I am glorified in them.
Take notice of his own expression in my text, they Are mine, and I am glorified in them.
vvb n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vbr png11, cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7587
And therefore if he be not glorified in you, depend upon it, you are none of his.
And Therefore if he be not glorified in you, depend upon it, you Are none of his.
cc av cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp pn22, vvb p-acp pn31, pn22 vbr pix pp-f png31.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7588
And is it nothing, my beloved, to be renounced by Jesus Christ, as men whom he will not own? Is it nothing for the Lord to shake a person off, to say unto him in displeasure, Sir, tell me not of any interest you have in me,
And is it nothing, my Beloved, to be renounced by jesus christ, as men whom he will not own? Is it nothing for the Lord to shake a person off, to say unto him in displeasure, Sir, tell me not of any Interest you have in me,
cc vbz pn31 pix, po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp np1 np1, c-acp n2 r-crq pns31 vmb xx d? vbz pn31 pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, n1, vvb pno11 xx pp-f d n1 pn22 vhb p-acp pno11,
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7589
for you belong not to me; I will not acknowledge you, I tell you plainly you are none of mine.
for you belong not to me; I will not acknowledge you, I tell you plainly you Are none of mine.
c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp pno11; pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22, pns11 vvb pn22 av-j pn22 vbr pix pp-f png11.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7590
Truly my brethren, however it may seem at present, the day will come when this will be a sad sentence.
Truly my brothers, however it may seem At present, the day will come when this will be a sad sentence.
np1 po11 n2, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j, dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq d vmb vbi dt j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7591
When men in the great day of separation shall strive to make a title to the Lord Christ,
When men in the great day of separation shall strive to make a title to the Lord christ,
c-crq n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1,
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 262
7592
when they shall tell him, Lord, we have been acquainted with thee heretofore (as they did in the Parable) we have born thy name,
when they shall tell him, Lord, we have been acquainted with thee heretofore (as they did in the Parable) we have born thy name,
c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pno31, n1, pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno21 av (c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp dt n1) pns12 vhb vvn po21 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 263
7611
Thou wilt not honour us so much, but Jesus Christ thine own beloved Son will be glorified in us.
Thou wilt not honour us so much, but jesus christ thine own Beloved Son will be glorified in us.
pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno12 av av-d, cc-acp np1 np1 po21 d j-vvn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7612
And therefore we beseech thee set thy Treasure open to us, and give us out a large share.
And Therefore we beseech thee Set thy Treasure open to us, and give us out a large share.
cc av pns12 vvb pno21 vvi po21 n1 j p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 av dt j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7593
and we have been called Christians, and have been accounted thine, and wilt thou not acknowledge us and own us now? And Christ shall answer them, depart from me, I know you not, go, get you over on the other side among the Goats, I tell you, you are none of mine.
and we have been called Christians, and have been accounted thine, and wilt thou not acknowledge us and own us now? And christ shall answer them, depart from me, I know you not, go, get you over on the other side among the Goats, I tell you, you Are none of mine.
cc pns12 vhb vbn vvn np1, cc vhb vbn vvn png21, cc vm2 pns21 xx vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 av? cc np1 vmb vvi pno32, vvb p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb pn22 xx, vvb, vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2, pns11 vvb pn22, pn22 vbr pix pp-f png11.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 263
7594
Ah my beloved, this will be a cooling and a killing word indeed.
Ah my Beloved, this will be a cooling and a killing word indeed.
uh po11 j-vvn, d vmb vbi dt j-vvg cc dt j-vvg n1 av.
(35) part (DIV2)
982
Page 263
7595
Is it so that Jesus Christ is glorified in all those that belong to him? Both in their grace and holiness in this world,
Is it so that jesus christ is glorified in all those that belong to him? Both in their grace and holiness in this world,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp pno31? av-d p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
983
Page 263
7596
and in their glory in the world to come? This then should be a motive and inducement to us to strive and labour after both these, both after grace in this world,
and in their glory in the world to come? This then should be a motive and inducement to us to strive and labour After both these, both After grace in this world,
cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi? np1 av vmd vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d d, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
983
Page 263
7597
and glory in the world to come, both to be holy here, and happy hereafter.
and glory in the world to come, both to be holy Here, and happy hereafter.
cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av-d pc-acp vbi j av, cc j av.
(35) part (DIV2)
983
Page 263
7598
1. This should quicken us and stirr us up to labour after holiness and grace, that Jesus Christ may be glorified in us.
1. This should quicken us and stir us up to labour After holiness and grace, that jesus christ may be glorified in us.
crd d vmd vvi pno12 cc vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cst np1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7599
If grace were only advantagious to our selves and honorable to our selves (as to be really and truly gracious, is indeed the greatest honour in the world) there were no such reason then why we should labour to attain it, and abound with it.
If grace were only advantageous to our selves and honourable to our selves (as to be really and truly gracious, is indeed the greatest honour in the world) there were no such reason then why we should labour to attain it, and abound with it.
cs n1 vbdr av-j j p-acp po12 n2 cc j p-acp po12 n2 (c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j cc av-j j, vbz av dt js n1 p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vbdr dx d n1 av c-crq pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7600
For then you know we could have no higher aim then only to set up a poor Creature.
For then you know we could have no higher aim then only to Set up a poor Creature.
p-acp cs pn22 vvb pns12 vmd vhi dx jc n1 av av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7601
But seeing Jesus Christ is honoured in the grace and holiness, and the obedience of his people, Oh how should this enflame us with restless and unsatisfied desires of these things!
But seeing jesus christ is honoured in the grace and holiness, and the Obedience of his people, O how should this inflame us with restless and unsatisfied Desires of these things!
p-acp vvg np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, uh q-crq vmd d vvi pno12 p-acp j cc j-vvn n2 pp-f d n2!
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7602
How should we covet and covet earnestly the best gifts, and labour that we may excell in inward grace and outward obedience, that we may set up Jesus Christ the more,
How should we covet and covet earnestly the best Gifts, and labour that we may excel in inward grace and outward Obedience, that we may Set up jesus christ the more,
q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cc vvi av-j dt js n2, cc n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n1 cc j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp np1 np1 dt av-dc,
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7603
and that his honour may be the more advanced by us.
and that his honour may be the more advanced by us.
cc cst po31 n1 vmb vbi dt av-dc vvn p-acp pno12.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7604
When we are seeking to the Lord for holiness and grace that he would give it out to us,
When we Are seeking to the Lord for holiness and grace that he would give it out to us,
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av p-acp pno12,
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7605
and give it more abundantly, how should we press and quicken our petitions with this prevailing argument, that Jesus Christ will be advanced by it, and his glory more enlarged.
and give it more abundantly, how should we press and quicken our petitions with this prevailing argument, that jesus christ will be advanced by it, and his glory more enlarged.
cc vvb pn31 av-dc av-j, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d j-vvg n1, cst np1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc po31 n1 av-dc vvn.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7606
Lord, give us more faith, love, hope, patience, zeal, power against corruption, strength to new obedience, that Christ may have the more glory.
Lord, give us more faith, love, hope, patience, zeal, power against corruption, strength to new Obedience, that christ may have the more glory.
n1, vvb pno12 dc n1, n1, vvb, n1, n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp j n1, cst np1 vmb vhi dt av-dc n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7607
We seek not these things to promote our own esteem and reputation, and that we may be some body among the Saints,
We seek not these things to promote our own esteem and reputation, and that we may be Some body among the Saints,
pns12 vvb xx d n2 pc-acp vvi po12 d n1 cc n1, cc cst pns12 vmb vbi d n1 p-acp dt n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7608
but that Christ Jesus may be all in all.
but that christ jesus may be all in all.
cc-acp cst np1 np1 vmb vbi d p-acp d.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7609
It is thy great design to glorifie thy Son Christ, and this is the ready way to accomplish the design on which thy very heart is set;
It is thy great Design to Glorify thy Son christ, and this is the ready Way to accomplish the Design on which thy very heart is Set;
pn31 vbz po21 j n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 np1, cc d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq po21 j n1 vbz vvn;
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7610
if thou give us more holiness and more grace, he will have more glory.
if thou give us more holiness and more grace, he will have more glory.
cs pns21 vvb pno12 dc n1 cc dc n1, pns31 vmb vhi dc n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7635
And this is that which thou maist do, yea, this is that which thou must do.
And this is that which thou Mayest do, yea, this is that which thou must do.
cc d vbz d r-crq pns21 vm2 vdi, uh, d vbz d r-crq pns21 vmb vdi.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7613
In such a manner the Apostle deals with God in his petitions, in that memorable place to this purpose, 2 Thes. 1.11, 12. We pray continually for you, saith the Apostle there, that God would count you worthy of this calling,
In such a manner the Apostle deals with God in his petitions, in that memorable place to this purpose, 2 Thebes 1.11, 12. We pray continually for you, Says the Apostle there, that God would count you worthy of this calling,
p-acp d dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp cst j n1 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd, crd pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pn22, vvz dt n1 a-acp, cst np1 vmd vvi pn22 j pp-f d n-vvg,
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7614
and fulfill all the good pleasure of his goodness, and the work of faith with power. and fulfil all the good pleasure of his Goodness, and the work of faith with power.
cc vvi d dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7615
That he would carry on that work of grace upon your souls, till he hath brought it to perfection.
That he would carry on that work of grace upon your Souls, till he hath brought it to perfection.
cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7616
And why so? to what end? That the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you;
And why so? to what end? That the name of our Lord jesus may be glorified in you;
cc q-crq av? p-acp q-crq n1? cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22;
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7617
not that you may be honoured; but that Christ may be glorified in you. 2. And as this should stirr us up to labour after grace in this world,
not that you may be honoured; but that christ may be glorified in you. 2. And as this should stir us up to labour After grace in this world,
xx d pn22 vmb vbi vvn; cc-acp cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. crd cc c-acp d vmd vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
984
Page 263
7618
so after glory in the world to come;
so After glory in the world to come;
av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi;
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 263
7619
Since Christ is glorified as in the grace, so much more in the glory of his people;
Since christ is glorified as in the grace, so much more in the glory of his people;
c-acp np1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, av av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 263
7620
For glory is compleat grace, and therefore Christ is glorified in that to admiration, as we have shewed you formerly in explication of the point.
For glory is complete grace, and Therefore christ is glorified in that to admiration, as we have showed you formerly in explication of the point.
c-acp n1 vbz j n1, cc av np1 vbz vvn p-acp d p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pn22 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 264
7621
The Apostle speaks of some who seek glory. Rom. 2.7.
The Apostle speaks of Some who seek glory. Rom. 2.7.
dt n1 vvz pp-f d r-crq vvb n1. np1 crd.
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 264
7622
he means the glory of the other world, as it is very evident by that which is joyned with it, glory,
he means the glory of the other world, as it is very evident by that which is joined with it, glory,
pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31, n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 264
7623
and honour and immortality and Eternal life.
and honour and immortality and Eternal life.
cc n1 cc n1 cc j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 264
7624
And truly it is not unlawfull for every one of us to seek glory, I mean our own eternal glory in the heavens,
And truly it is not unlawful for every one of us to seek glory, I mean our own Eternal glory in the heavens,
cc av-j pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, pns11 vvb po12 d j n1 p-acp dt n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 264
7625
because while we seek that, we seek the glory of Christ in it.
Because while we seek that, we seek the glory of christ in it.
c-acp cs pns12 vvb cst, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31.
(35) part (DIV2)
985
Page 264
7626
Its that which troubles many of the Saints, they think that they are scarce upright because they have so great an eye upon their own glory.
Its that which Troubles many of the Saints, they think that they Are scarce upright Because they have so great an eye upon their own glory.
pn31|vbz d r-crq vvz d pp-f dt n2, pns32 vvb cst pns32 vbr av-j j c-acp pns32 vhb av j dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7627
They doubt their own sincerity, meerly upon this ground.
They doubt their own sincerity, merely upon this ground.
pns32 vvb po32 d n1, av-j p-acp d n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7628
Indeed, my brethren, if your own glory and salvation went single and alone, it were a greater cause of scruple.
Indeed, my brothers, if your own glory and salvation went single and alone, it were a greater cause of scruple.
np1, po11 n2, cs po22 d n1 cc n1 vvd j cc j, pn31 vbdr dt jc n1 pp-f n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7629
But since the glory of the Lord Christ, is comprehended and involved in it, why should you not desire and seek it,
But since the glory of the Lord christ, is comprehended and involved in it, why should you not desire and seek it,
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, q-crq vmd pn22 xx vvi cc vvi pn31,
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7630
as subservient to the great and high end? And therefore I beseech you my beloved, under this notion have respect to it,
as subservient to the great and high end? And Therefore I beseech you my Beloved, under this notion have respect to it,
c-acp fw-fr p-acp dt j cc j n1? cc av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, p-acp d n1 vhb n1 p-acp pn31,
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7631
and draw encouragement and sweetness from it, amidst the many heavy labours and bitter sufferings of this present life.
and draw encouragement and sweetness from it, amid the many heavy labours and bitter sufferings of this present life.
cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt d j n2 cc j n2 pp-f d j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7632
Look up man to the glory that is set before thee, press hard towards it, be diligent and patient in the expectation of it, strive and labour to obtain it:
Look up man to the glory that is Set before thee, press hard towards it, be diligent and patient in the expectation of it, strive and labour to obtain it:
n1 a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno21, vvb av-j p-acp pn31, vbb j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvb cc vvi pc-acp vvi pn31:
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7633
while thou considerest with thy self that when thou art glorified, Christ will be glorified in thee.
while thou Considerest with thy self that when thou art glorified, christ will be glorified in thee.
cs pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 n1 cst c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn, np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7634
And so in aiming at thy own glory do thou intend and seek the glory of Christ.
And so in aiming At thy own glory do thou intend and seek the glory of christ.
cc av p-acp vvg p-acp po21 d n1 vdb pns21 vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7636
And therefore go on cheerfully, embrace the promise that is yet afar of, reach at the Crown of glory that is hung out to tempt thee and to toll thee on;
And Therefore go on cheerfully, embrace the promise that is yet afar of, reach At the Crown of glory that is hung out to tempt thee and to toll thee on;
cc av vvb a-acp av-j, vvb dt n1 cst vbz av av pp-f, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz vvn av pc-acp vvi pno21 cc p-acp vvi pno21 a-acp;
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7637
And let this animate thee most of all, that when thou hast attained it, Christ will be glorified and admired in thee.
And let this animate thee most of all, that when thou hast attained it, christ will be glorified and admired in thee.
cc vvb d vvi pno21 av-ds pp-f d, cst c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pn31, np1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7638
He whom thy very soul loveth, will have one monument the more of his own praise and glory unto all eternity.
He whom thy very soul loves, will have one monument the more of his own praise and glory unto all eternity.
pns31 ro-crq po21 j n1 vvz, vmb vhi crd n1 dt av-dc pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7639
And thus far of the first Consideration that induced our Saviour to become a Suitor for his Apostles and Disciples to his Father, viz. the neer relation which they had to his Father and himself, by means of which it came to pass that he was glorified in them.
And thus Far of the First Consideration that induced our Saviour to become a Suitor for his Apostles and Disciples to his Father, viz. the near Relation which they had to his Father and himself, by means of which it Come to pass that he was glorified in them.
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 cst vvd po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, n1 dt av-j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp po31 n1 cc px31, p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
986
Page 264
7640
The second follows now in order, to be handled, viz. the sad condition they were likely to be in, by reason of the near approach of his departure from them to the Father,
The second follows now in order, to be handled, viz. the sad condition they were likely to be in, by reason of the near approach of his departure from them to the Father,
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 dt j n1 pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vbi p-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
987
Page 264
7641
and leaving them behind in an unquiet and malitious world. And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee.
and leaving them behind in an unquiet and malicious world. And now I am no more in the world, but these Are in the world, and I come to thee.
cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1. cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
987
Page 264
7642
A dolefull and heart-killing word, you must conceive, it was to his Apostles and Disciples, and now I am no more in the world.
A doleful and heart-killing word, you must conceive, it was to his Apostles and Disciples, and now I am no more in the world.
dt j cc j n1, pn22 vmb vvi, pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
988
Page 264
7643
They who left all for him, must needs be very much dejected to be left by him.
They who left all for him, must needs be very much dejected to be left by him.
pns32 r-crq vvd d p-acp pno31, vmb av vbi av av-d vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(35) part (DIV2)
988
Page 264
7644
And to be left alone in such a wilderness in such a troublesome, unpleasing and a vexatious place,
And to be left alone in such a Wilderness in such a troublesome, unpleasing and a vexatious place,
cc pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d dt j, j cc dt j n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
988
Page 264
7645
as the world hath alwayes been to Christs Disciples.
as the world hath always been to Christ Disciples.
c-acp dt n1 vhz av vbn p-acp npg1 n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
988
Page 264
7646
As long as he was with them, he was a very great support, encouragement and comfort to them in all conditions and in all cases.
As long as he was with them, he was a very great support, encouragement and Comfort to them in all conditions and in all cases.
p-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp pno32, pns31 vbds dt j j n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
988
Page 264
7647
And therefore now he is about to leave them, he thinks it necessary to commend them to the especial care and mercy and protection of his Father.
And Therefore now he is about to leave them, he thinks it necessary to commend them to the especial care and mercy and protection of his Father.
cc av av pns31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
988
Page 264
7648
There are two things suggested in this dying Song, this last farewell of our Saviour in my Text;
There Are two things suggested in this dying Song, this last farewell of our Saviour in my Text;
pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvn p-acp d j-vvg n1, d ord n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
989
Page 265
7649
his own departure, and his Disciples stay behinde him. His own departure; and now I am no more in the world, but I come to thee; his Disciples stay behinde him:
his own departure, and his Disciples stay behind him. His own departure; and now I am no more in the world, but I come to thee; his Disciples stay behind him:
po31 d n1, cc po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno31. po31 d n1; cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21; po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno31:
(35) part (DIV2)
989
Page 265
7650
but these are in the world, and are to continue so, for that is intimated in the words.but these Are in the world, and Are to continue so, for that is intimated in the words.
p-acp d vbr p-acp dt n1, cc vbr pc-acp vvi av, c-acp d vbz vvn p-acp dt n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
989
Page 265
7651
Christ must go, and they must stay, so that a dolefull separation is at hand.
christ must go, and they must stay, so that a doleful separation is At hand.
np1 vmb vvi, cc pns32 vmb vvi, av cst dt j n1 vbz p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
989
Page 265
7652
If Christ had been to have remained among them here, or if he would have taken them up with himself into the other world, it had been well, they had been together still.
If christ had been to have remained among them Here, or if he would have taken them up with himself into the other world, it had been well, they had been together still.
cs np1 vhd vbn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno32 av, cc cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp px31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vhd vbn av, pns32 vhd vbn av av.
(35) part (DIV2)
989
Page 265
7653
But Christ is now about to go, and they must not go with him.
But christ is now about to go, and they must not go with him.
p-acp np1 vbz av p-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31.
(35) part (DIV2)
989
Page 265
7695
and glorified after he had been dishonoured.
and glorified After he had been dishonoured.
cc vvn c-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn.
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7654
Begin we with the first particular suggested in the words, the departure of our Saviour, and now I am no more in the world, but I come to thee.
Begin we with the First particular suggested in the words, the departure of our Saviour, and now I am no more in the world, but I come to thee.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord j vvn p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7655
And here you have the terminus à quo, the term from which he goes, and that is from this lower World:
And Here you have the terminus à quo, the term from which he Goes, and that is from this lower World:
cc av pn22 vhb dt fw-la fw-fr fw-la, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc d vbz p-acp d jc n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7656
Now I am no more in the world. Now I am no more in the world.
av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7657
And the terminus ad quem, the term to which he goes, to the presence of his Father, but I come to thee.
And the terminus ad Whom, the term to which he Goes, to the presence of his Father, but I come to thee.
cc dt fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7658
I am no more in this world, this lower world beneath Heaven.I am no more in this world, this lower world beneath Heaven.
pns11 vbm dx dc p-acp d n1, d jc n1 p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7659
He speaks of that which is approaching and at hand, as if it were already acted and accomplished;
He speaks of that which is approaching and At hand, as if it were already acted and accomplished;
pns31 vvz pp-f d r-crq vbz vvg cc p-acp n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av vvn cc vvn;
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7660
for it is evident he was in this world, when he uttered these words.
for it is evident he was in this world, when he uttered these words.
p-acp pn31 vbz j pns31 vbds p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7661
And it is usual with the Holy Ghost in the Scripture to speak of instant things as done already.
And it is usual with the Holy Ghost in the Scripture to speak of instant things as done already.
cc pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp vdi av.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7662
And so our Saviour in my Text, I am no more in this world, q. d.
And so our Saviour in my Text, I am no more in this world, q. worser.
cc av po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp d n1, vvd. sy.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7663
I am as good as gone already, the time of my departure is at hand.
I am as good as gone already, the time of my departure is At hand.
pns11 vbm a-acp j c-acp vvn av, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
990
Page 265
7664
Now this our Saviour doth not here affirm of himself as he is God, for so he doth not,
Now this our Saviour does not Here affirm of himself as he is God, for so he does not,
av d po12 n1 vdz xx av vvi pp-f px31 c-acp pns31 vbz np1, c-acp av pns31 vdz xx,
(35) part (DIV2)
991
Page 265
7665
neither can he go or come.
neither can he go or come.
dx vmb pns31 vvi cc vvi.
(35) part (DIV2)
991
Page 265
7666
He filleth every place at once, and consequently cannot move (in that respect) from place to place.
He fills every place At once, and consequently cannot move (in that respect) from place to place.
pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp a-acp, cc av-j vmbx vvi (p-acp d n1) p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
991
Page 265
7667
But he speaks it of himself as he is man, and in relation to his bodily and fleshly presence:
But he speaks it of himself as he is man, and in Relation to his bodily and fleshly presence:
p-acp pns31 vvz pn31 pp-f px31 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
991
Page 265
7668
So he is now to be no more in this world, he is to leave it, and depart from it.
So he is now to be no more in this world, he is to leave it, and depart from it.
av pns31 vbz av pc-acp vbi dx dc p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(35) part (DIV2)
991
Page 265
7669
But whether is he then to go, if he do not tarry here? Why to his Father,
But whither is he then to go, if he do not tarry Here? Why to his Father,
cc-acp cs vbz pns31 av pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi av? uh-crq p-acp po31 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7670
as you have it in the following words, I come to thee. Why, was he absent from his Father here? Was there a distance between his Father and himself while he remained in this World? Was not the Father present with him everywhere? Yes he was in his Fathers presence every where,
as you have it in the following words, I come to thee. Why, was he absent from his Father Here? Was there a distance between his Father and himself while he remained in this World? Was not the Father present with him everywhere? Yes he was in his Father's presence every where,
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt vvg n2, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21. q-crq, vbds pns31 j p-acp po31 n1 av? vbds a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc px31 n1 pns31 vvd p-acp d n1? vbds xx dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31 av? uh pns31 vbds p-acp po31 ng1 n1 d q-crq,
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7671
but not in his immediate presence, where he reveals and shews himself in the fulness of his glory, that is confined to the heaven of the blessed.
but not in his immediate presence, where he reveals and shows himself in the fullness of his glory, that is confined to the heaven of the blessed.
cc-acp xx p-acp po31 j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn.
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7672
And thither is our Saviour now about to go, to the Immediate presence of his Father,
And thither is our Saviour now about to go, to the Immediate presence of his Father,
cc av vbz po12 n1 av p-acp pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7673
as accordingly he did in a short time after; I am no more in the world, but I come to thee.
as accordingly he did in a short time After; I am no more in the world, but I come to thee.
c-acp av-vvg pns31 vdd p-acp dt j n1 a-acp; pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7674
So that the Point to be observed is this.
So that the Point to be observed is this.
av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7675
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ as he is man, is gone out of this lower world, to the immediate presence of his Father.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ as he is man, is gone out of this lower world, to the immediate presence of his Father.
n1. cst np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vbz vvn av pp-f d jc n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
992
Page 265
7676
Though he were once, yet he is now no more in this world:
Though he were once, yet he is now no more in this world:
cs pns31 vbdr a-acp, av pns31 vbz av dx dc p-acp d n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 265
7677
no, he is gone up far above all heavens, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Eph. 4.10. above all that we see, to the Heaven of the blessed.
no, he is gone up Far above all heavens, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Ephesians 4.10. above all that we see, to the Heaven of the blessed.
uh-dx, pns31 vbz vvn a-acp av-j p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp d cst pns12 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 265
7678
And therefore David speaking in the person of our Saviour, saith, Thou shalt not leave my soul in hell,
And Therefore David speaking in the person of our Saviour, Says, Thou shalt not leave my soul in hell,
cc av np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7679
neither shalt thou suffer thy holy one to see corruption; but shalt shew me the path of life:
neither shalt thou suffer thy holy one to see corruption; but shalt show me the path of life:
av-dx vm2 pns21 vvi po21 j pi pc-acp vvi n1; cc-acp vm2 vvi pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7680
in thy presence is fulness of joy, and at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore, Psal. 16.10, 11. Thither is our Saviour gone to the immediate presence,in thy presence is fullness of joy, and At thy right hand there Are pleasures for evermore, Psalm 16.10, 11. Thither is our Saviour gone to the immediate presence,
p-acp po21 n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp po21 j-jn n1 pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp av, np1 crd, crd av vbz po12 n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7681
and to the right hand of the Father: And there are witnesses enough of this; while they beheld, saith the Evangelist, Acts 1.9. that is the Apostles assembled together, as you may see in the foregoing part of the Chapter:
and to the right hand of the Father: And there Are Witnesses enough of this; while they beheld, Says the Evangelist, Acts 1.9. that is the Apostles assembled together, as you may see in the foregoing part of the Chapter:
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1: cc pc-acp vbr n2 d pp-f d; cs pns32 vvd, vvz dt np1, n2 crd. cst vbz dt n2 vvn av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7682
While they beheld he was taken up, and a cloud received him out of their sight. While they beheld he was taken up, and a cloud received him out of their sighed.
cs pns32 vvd pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, cc dt n1 vvd pno31 av pp-f po32 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7683
And that must be as he was man, in which respect alone he was in sight,
And that must be as he was man, in which respect alone he was in sighed,
cc cst vmb vbi c-acp pns31 vbds n1, p-acp r-crq n1 av-j pns31 vbds p-acp n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7684
before he was withdrawn from them.
before he was withdrawn from them.
c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7685
And after, Stephen saw the heaven opened, and the Son of man standing at the right hand of God, Acts 7.56. He saw Jesus Christ there in his Humanity, and as he is the Son of man.
And After, Stephen saw the heaven opened, and the Son of man standing At the right hand of God, Acts 7.56. He saw jesus christ there in his Humanity, and as he is the Son of man.
cc a-acp, np1 vvd dt n1 vvd, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, n2 crd. pns31 vvd np1 np1 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7686
And there he must continue in his humane Nature, until he come again to Judgement,
And there he must continue in his humane Nature, until he come again to Judgement,
cc a-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vvb av p-acp n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7687
as the Apostles were certified by the Angels as soon as he was taken from them, Acts 1.11. Why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as you have seen him going into heaven.
as the Apostles were certified by the Angels as soon as he was taken from them, Acts 1.11. Why stand you gazing up into heaven? this same jesus which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as you have seen him going into heaven.
c-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 c-acp av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, vvz crd. q-crq vvb pn22 vvg a-acp p-acp n1? d d np1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, vmb av vvi p-acp j n1 c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno31 vvg p-acp n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7688
And this is that which the Apostle intimateth in his Sermon to the Jews, Acts 3.20, 21. He shall send Jesus whom the heaven must receive until the time of restitution of all things.
And this is that which the Apostle intimateth in his Sermon to the jews, Acts 3.20, 21. He shall send jesus whom the heaven must receive until the time of restitution of all things.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np2, n2 crd, crd pns31 vmb vvi np1 ro-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f d n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7689
Indeed, my Brethren, Christ was once manifested in the flesh, appeared in his humane Nature in the World,
Indeed, my Brothers, christ was once manifested in the Flesh, appeared in his humane Nature in the World,
av, po11 n2, np1 vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, vvd p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7690
but now he is departed hence, and received up to glory, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 3.16.
but now he is departed hence, and received up to glory, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 3.16.
cc-acp av pns31 vbz vvn av, cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7691
So that the point is plain you see, That Jesus Christ as he is man, is gone out of this lower, &c. But wherefore did he not continue here? Why did he leave this lower World? Let us see the reasons of it,
So that the point is plain you see, That jesus christ as he is man, is gone out of this lower, etc. But Wherefore did he not continue Here? Why did he leave this lower World? Let us see the Reasons of it,
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cst np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vbz vvn av pp-f d jc, av p-acp q-crq vdd pns31 xx vvi av? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi d jc n1? vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31,
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7692
and they are many, and of great importance; some of them concern himself, and some of them concern his Church;
and they Are many, and of great importance; Some of them concern himself, and Some of them concern his Church;
cc pns32 vbr d, cc pp-f j n1; d pp-f pno32 vvi px31, cc d pp-f pno32 vvi po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7693
we will survey them in their order.
we will survey them in their order.
pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
993
Page 266
7694
Jesus Christ as he is man is gone, &c. because it was expedient for himself that he should be exalted after he had been abased,
jesus christ as he is man is gone, etc. Because it was expedient for himself that he should be exalted After he had been abased,
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 vbz vvn, av c-acp pn31 vbds j p-acp px31 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvd,
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7696
This World you know, was the place of his abasure and humiliation, in which he was to be emptied of his glory,
This World you know, was the place of his abasure and humiliation, in which he was to be emptied of his glory,
d n1 pn22 vvb, vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7697
and to be made of no reputation. And so accordingly he was despised, and slighted, and scornfully entreated here.
and to be made of no reputation. And so accordingly he was despised, and slighted, and scornfully entreated Here.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dx n1. cc av av-vvg pns31 vbds vvn, cc vvn, cc av-j vvn av.
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7698
The other world, my Brethren, was the place in which he was to have his recompence for these abasures,
The other world, my Brothers, was the place in which he was to have his recompense for these abasures,
dt j-jn n1, po11 n2, vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7699
and to be glorified after all the shame, and ignominy, and contempt which the world had poured upon him:
and to be glorified After all the shame, and ignominy, and contempt which the world had poured upon him:
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31:
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7700
And therefore when he had been throughly humbled here, it was expedient for him to be received up to glory, to be translated to the immediate presence of his Father, where his transcendent exaltation was to be.
And Therefore when he had been thoroughly humbled Here, it was expedient for him to be received up to glory, to be translated to the immediate presence of his Father, where his transcendent exaltation was to be.
cc av c-crq pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvn av, pn31 vbds j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq po31 j n1 vbds pc-acp vbi.
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7701
And this he intimates in his Petition, John 17.5. And now O Father, glorifie me with thy self, q.d. I see there is no glory for me till I come to thee;
And this he intimates in his Petition, John 17.5. And now Oh Father, Glorify me with thy self, Q.d I see there is no glory for me till I come to thee;
cc d pns31 vvz p-acp po31 vvb, np1 crd. cc av uh n1, vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, n1 pns11 vvb a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11 c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21;
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7702
this is the place of my abasure, and therefore I beseech thee take me to thy self, that I may have glory with thee.
this is the place of my abasure, and Therefore I beseech thee take me to thy self, that I may have glory with thee.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc av pns11 vvb pno21 vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1, cst pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
994
Page 266
7703
Jesus Christ as he is man is gone, &c. because he hath no more to do here.
jesus christ as he is man is gone, etc. Because he hath no more to do Here.
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 vbz vvn, av c-acp pns31 vhz dx dc pc-acp vdi av.
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 266
7704
He came into the world about business, and that business he hath ended and dispatched,
He Come into the world about business, and that business he hath ended and dispatched,
pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc d n1 pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn,
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 266
7705
and why then should he tarry in it any longer? This world is not such a place, in which one would be willing to continue longer then he hath work to do in it.
and why then should he tarry in it any longer? This world is not such a place, in which one would be willing to continue longer then he hath work to do in it.
cc q-crq av vmd pns31 vvi p-acp pn31 d av-jc? d n1 vbz xx d dt n1, p-acp r-crq pi vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi av-jc cs pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31.
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7706
Indeed as long as Jesus Christ had any business to dispatch he was very well contented to stay here.
Indeed as long as jesus christ had any business to dispatch he was very well contented to stay Here.
np1 c-acp av-j c-acp np1 np1 vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vbds av av vvn pc-acp vvi av.
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7707
But assoon as that was ended, he was desirous to be gone, and to return to him that sent him:
But As soon as that was ended, he was desirous to be gone, and to return to him that sent him:
p-acp av c-acp d vbds vvn, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31:
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7708
And therefore this he urgeth very hard, when he enrreats his Father to receive him to him self;
And Therefore this he urges very hard, when he enrreats his Father to receive him to him self;
cc av d pns31 vvz av av-j, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pno31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7709
I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do, Joh. 17.4 q. d. If I had not done the work for which thou hast dispatched me down into this lower world, I should be willing to continue here:I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do, John 17.4 q. worser. If I had not done the work for which thou hast dispatched me down into this lower world, I should be willing to continue Here:
pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi, np1 crd vvd. sy. cs pns11 vhd xx vdn dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 a-acp p-acp d jc n1, pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi av:
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7710
But I have gone through with it, NONLATINALPHABET, I have made an end of it, so that I have no more to do in this world,
But I have gone through with it,, I have made an end of it, so that I have no more to do in this world,
cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pn31,, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31, av cst pns11 vhb dx dc pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7711
and therefore I beseech thee let me come away to thee.
and Therefore I beseech thee let me come away to thee.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 vvb pno11 vvi av p-acp pno21.
(35) part (DIV2)
995
Page 267
7712
Jesus Christ as he is man is gone, &c. because as he hath no more to do here,
jesus christ as he is man is gone, etc. Because as he hath no more to do Here,
np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 vbz vvn, av c-acp c-acp pns31 vhz dx dc pc-acp vdi av,
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7713
so he hath very much to do there, and therefore is gone thither, where his business lies:
so he hath very much to do there, and Therefore is gone thither, where his business lies:
av pns31 vhz av av-d pc-acp vdi a-acp, cc av vbz vvn av, c-crq po31 n1 vvz:
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7714
He is called his Fathers servant very often in the Scripture; And truly my Brethren, he is a diligent and faithful one:
He is called his Father's servant very often in the Scripture; And truly my Brothers, he is a diligent and faithful one:
pns31 vbz vvn po31 ng1 n1 av av p-acp dt n1; cc av-j po11 n2, pns31 vbz dt j cc j pi:
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7734
And therefore I must even go away from you, that I may send the Spirit to you. And Therefore I must even go away from you, that I may send the Spirit to you.
cc av pns11 vmb av vvi av p-acp pn22, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7715
assoon as he hath done his work in one place, away goes he unto another, he doth not love to stay and idle there where he hath no work to do,
As soon as he hath done his work in one place, away Goes he unto Another, he does not love to stay and idle there where he hath no work to do,
av c-acp pns31 vhz vdn po31 n1 p-acp crd n1, av vvz pns31 p-acp j-jn, pns31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi cc j zz c-crq pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vdi,
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7716
but where his business and employment is, there is the place that he desires to be.
but where his business and employment is, there is the place that he Desires to be.
cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi.
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7717
And hence it is my Brethren, that he went away into the other world, because he had much work to do there.
And hence it is my Brothers, that he went away into the other world, Because he had much work to do there.
cc av pn31 vbz po11 n1, cst pns31 vvd av p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vhd d n1 pc-acp vdi a-acp.
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7718
But you will ask me what that work was? I answer. 1. He was to triumph there over his Enemies and ours:
But you will ask me what that work was? I answer. 1. He was to triumph there over his Enemies and ours:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 r-crq d n1 vbds? pns11 vvb. crd pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n2 cc png12:
(35) part (DIV2)
996
Page 267
7719
This was a necessary and important business, and it was not to be done compleatly here in this world, at least not till and in the very act of his departure;
This was a necessary and important business, and it was not to be done completely Here in this world, At least not till and in the very act of his departure;
d vbds dt j cc j n1, cc pn31 vbds xx pc-acp vbi vdn av-j av p-acp d n1, p-acp ds xx p-acp cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7720
and this is that which the Apostle pointeth at, Ephes. 4.8. When he ascended up on high, he led Captivity captive;
and this is that which the Apostle pointeth At, Ephesians 4.8. When he ascended up on high, he led Captivity captive;
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j, pns31 vvd n1 j-jn;
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7721
He did it not before, or after, but in that article of time, when he ascended, when he returned to his own Countrey,
He did it not before, or After, but in that article of time, when he ascended, when he returned to his own Country,
pns31 vdd pn31 xx a-acp, cc a-acp, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvd, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7722
then he led his Captives with him:
then he led his Captives with him:
cs pns31 vvd po31 n2-jn p-acp pno31:
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7723
Even as those Conquerers of old among the Romans, when they returned back to Rome, after some glorious victory, were wont to bring their Captives with them which they had taken in the wars,
Even as those Conquerors of old among the Roman, when they returned back to Room, After Some glorious victory, were wont to bring their Captives with them which they had taken in the wars,
av c-acp d n2 pp-f j p-acp dt njp2, c-crq pns32 vvd av p-acp vvi, p-acp d j n1, vbdr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2-jn p-acp pno32 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7724
and to lead them by their Chariots in a victorious and triumphant way.
and to led them by their Chariots in a victorious and triumphant Way.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7725
So Jesus Christ when he had conquered Sin, and Death, and Hell, and was returning out of this world to the immediate presence of his Father, to the Country whence he came, he did it in a glorious and triumphant way:
So jesus christ when he had conquered since, and Death, and Hell, and was returning out of this world to the immediate presence of his Father, to the Country whence he Come, he did it in a glorious and triumphant Way:
av np1 np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vbds vvg av pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7726
He did not steal away out of the world, as if he had ashamed of that which he had done or suffered there,
He did not steal away out of the world, as if he had ashamed of that which he had done or suffered there,
pns31 vdd xx vvi av av pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd j pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhd vdn cc vvn a-acp,
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7727
as if he had been overcome;
as if he had been overcome;
c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn vvn;
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7728
No, he went away triumphing, as one that having absolutely conquered and beaten all that stood against him, brings along his prisoners with him.
No, he went away triumphing, as one that having absolutely conquered and beaten all that stood against him, brings along his Prisoners with him.
uh-dx, pns31 vvd av vvg, c-acp pi cst vhg av-j vvn cc vvn d cst vvd p-acp pno31, vvz a-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(35) part (DIV2)
997
Page 267
7729
2. Jesus Christ is gone away, &c. that he might send down his Spirit to his people:
2. jesus christ is gone away, etc. that he might send down his Spirit to his people:
crd np1 np1 vbz vvn av, av cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 267
7730
That was another work he had to do, the Spirit was not to come down, till he came up;
That was Another work he had to do, the Spirit was not to come down, till he Come up;
cst vbds j-jn n1 pns31 vhd pc-acp vdi, dt n1 vbds xx pc-acp vvi a-acp, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp;
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 267
7731
and therefore he ascended, that the Spirit might descend abundantly upon his people.
and Therefore he ascended, that the Spirit might descend abundantly upon his people.
cc av pns31 vvd, cst dt n1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 267
7732
And this is that of which he mindeth his Apostles and Disciples when he was about to leave them, Joh. 16.7. It is expedient for you that I go away, and why so? For if I do not go away, the Comforter, the Holy Spirit will not come.
And this is that of which he minds his Apostles and Disciples when he was about to leave them, John 16.7. It is expedient for you that I go away, and why so? For if I do not go away, the Comforter, the Holy Spirit will not come.
cc d vbz d pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd. pn31 vbz j p-acp pn22 cst pns11 vvb av, cc q-crq av? c-acp cs pns11 vdb xx vvi av, dt n1, dt j n1 vmb xx vvi.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 267
7733
While I am with you in the flesh, you are so taken up with carnal and fleshly apprehensions of me, that you are made incapable of great degrees & measures of the Spirit.
While I am with you in the Flesh, you Are so taken up with carnal and fleshly apprehensions of me, that you Are made incapable of great Degrees & measures of the Spirit.
cs pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp j cc j n2 pp-f pno11, cst pn22 vbr vvn j pp-f j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7735
And so accordingly he did, as the Prophet David takes notice, Psal. 68.18. He ascended upon high, and he received gifts for men (gifts to bestow on men) that the Lord God might dwell among them.
And so accordingly he did, as the Prophet David Takes notice, Psalm 68.18. He ascended upon high, and he received Gifts for men (Gifts to bestow on men) that the Lord God might dwell among them.
cc av av-vvg pns31 vdd, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd p-acp j, cc pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2 (n2 p-acp vvi p-acp n2) d dt n1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7736
A strange expression, he ascended from them to this end, that he might remain and dwell among them.
A strange expression, he ascended from them to this end, that he might remain and dwell among them.
dt j n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7737
Yes he ascended from them in his body, that he might dwell among them by his Spirit,
Yes he ascended from them in his body, that he might dwell among them by his Spirit,
uh pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7738
or by those gifts which he received for men, in the preceding words.
or by those Gifts which he received for men, in the preceding words.
cc p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2, p-acp dt j-vvg n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7739
Well then, you see he is departed from us, not to forsake us, but to dwell among us.
Well then, you see he is departed from us, not to forsake us, but to dwell among us.
uh-av av, pn22 vvb pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, xx pc-acp vvi pno12, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7740
He hath withdrawn the presence of his Body, that he might dwell among us by the presence of his Spirit, According to that sweet and pretious promise made to his Disciples,
He hath withdrawn the presence of his Body, that he might dwell among us by the presence of his Spirit, According to that sweet and precious promise made to his Disciples,
pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg p-acp d j cc j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7741
when he was ready to depart from them, Mat. 20.28. Behold I am with you always, &c. 3. Jesus Christ gone away, &c. that he might intercede for his people.
when he was ready to depart from them, Mathew 20.28. Behold I am with you always, etc. 3. jesus christ gone away, etc. that he might intercede for his people.
c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd. vvb pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av, av crd np1 np1 vvn av, av cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
998
Page 268
7742
Why you will tell me so he might, and so he did, while he was resident in this world, he offered up strong cries to God,
Why you will tell me so he might, and so he did, while he was resident in this world, he offered up strong cries to God,
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av pns31 vmd, cc av pns31 vdd, cs pns31 vbds j-jn p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd a-acp j n2 p-acp np1,
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7743
and that not for himself alone, but for his Church, and members too.
and that not for himself alone, but for his Church, and members too.
cc cst xx p-acp px31 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc n2 av.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7744
Yea, the Chapter we are handling is the Prayer of our Saviour in the behalf of his people;
Yea, the Chapter we Are handling is the Prayer of our Saviour in the behalf of his people;
uh, dt n1 pns12 vbr vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7745
so that he might have interceded for them by vocal supplication, had he remained still in this world,
so that he might have interceded for them by vocal supplication, had he remained still in this world,
av cst pns31 vmd vhi vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, vhd pns31 vvd av p-acp d n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7746
and had he never gone hence.
and had he never gone hence.
cc vhd pns31 av-x vvn av.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7747
Yea, but he could not then have interceded for them by personal appearance, as he doth now.
Yea, but he could not then have interceded for them by personal appearance, as he does now.
uh, cc-acp pns31 vmd xx av vhi vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, c-acp pns31 vdz av.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7748
And therefore he is gone to heaven, that he may appear in the presence of God for us, Heb. 9.24.
And Therefore he is gone to heaven, that he may appear in the presence of God for us, Hebrew 9.24.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7749
And is it not a comfort to us to consider that we have such a choise and pretious friend there? That we have such an Advocate in Court continually at all times and in all causes? That he is always by his Father in his Body and his humane Nature, wherein he suffered for his people? You know he bare our sins in his body on the tree,
And is it not a Comfort to us to Consider that we have such a choice and precious friend there? That we have such an Advocate in Court continually At all times and in all Causes? That he is always by his Father in his Body and his humane Nature, wherein he suffered for his people? You know he bore our Sins in his body on the tree,
cc vbz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vhb d dt n1 cc j n1 a-acp? cst pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2? cst pns31 vbz av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 j n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1? pn22 vvb pns31 vvd po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7750
and in that crucified body, he appeareth in the presence of his Father.
and in that Crucified body, he appears in the presence of his Father.
cc p-acp cst vvd n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7751
So that he is at hand on all occasions, to shew his Father all his wounds and all his scars, all the prints,
So that he is At hand on all occasions, to show his Father all his wounds and all his scars, all the prints,
av cst pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 d po31 n2 cc d po31 n2, d dt n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7752
and all the marks of his bitter bloody sufferings.
and all the marks of his bitter bloody sufferings.
cc d dt n2 pp-f po31 j j n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7753
Oh Father, may he say, (when there is any thing in agitation for his people, any supplication for them,
O Father, may he say, (when there is any thing in agitation for his people, any supplication for them,
uh n1, vmb pns31 vvi, (c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, d n1 p-acp pno32,
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7773
IS it so that Jesus Christ, as he is man, is gone away out of this lower world, &c. Then let us not expect to see him here, till he return again from heaven.
IS it so that jesus christ, as he is man, is gone away out of this lower world, etc. Then let us not expect to see him Here, till he return again from heaven.
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vbz vvn av av pp-f d jc n1, av av vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 av, c-acp pns31 vvb av p-acp n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7754
or any accusation laid against them) remember what I have endured for them in this flesh of mine, what I have suffered for them, in this body here before thee, look upon these wounds and scars,
or any accusation laid against them) Remember what I have endured for them in this Flesh of mine, what I have suffered for them, in this body Here before thee, look upon these wounds and scars,
cc d n1 vvn p-acp pno32) vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f png11, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp d n1 av p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp d n2 cc n2,
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7755
and for my sake be gratious to them:
and for my sake be gracious to them:
cc p-acp po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno32:
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7756
do not deny them their Petitions, do not reject them for their unallowed and bewailed imperfections.
do not deny them their Petitions, do not reject them for their unallowed and bewailed imperfections.
vdb xx vvi pno32 po32 n2, vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j-vvn cc vvd n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
999
Page 268
7757
4. Jesus Christ is gone away, &c. to make heaven ready for us, that so we may be presently admitted when we come.
4. jesus christ is gone away, etc. to make heaven ready for us, that so we may be presently admitted when we come.
crd np1 np1 vbz vvn av, av pc-acp vvi n1 j p-acp pno12, cst av pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn c-crq pns12 vvb.
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7758
And this our Saviour Christ himself, who best knows, yeelds as the reason of his departure from his Apostles and Disciples;
And this our Saviour christ himself, who best knows, yields as the reason of his departure from his Apostles and Disciples;
cc d po12 n1 np1 px31, r-crq av-js vvz, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2;
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7759
when he was about to leave them, saith he, I go to prepare a place for you, Joh. 14.2.
when he was about to leave them, Says he, I go to prepare a place for you, John 14.2.
c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, np1 crd.
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7760
when our Saviour Christ entred heaven, and passed into the immediate presence of his Father, he took possession of it in our name and stead,
when our Saviour christ entered heaven, and passed into the immediate presence of his Father, he took possession of it in our name and stead,
c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvd n1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1,
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7761
and left it open after him to all his Members.
and left it open After him to all his Members.
cc vvd pn31 j p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2.
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7762
He hath in this respect prepared it for us, that he hath made it ready to receive us;
He hath in this respect prepared it for us, that he hath made it ready to receive us;
pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vhz vvn pn31 j pc-acp vvi pno12;
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7763
And when we are ready too, he will come and receive us to himself, that where he is, there may we be also,
And when we Are ready too, he will come and receive us to himself, that where he is, there may we be also,
cc c-crq pns12 vbr j av, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno12 pc-acp px31, cst c-crq pns31 vbz, pc-acp vmb pns12 vbi av,
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7764
as it is added in the fore-alleadged place, Joh. 14.3. 5. Jesus Christ is gone away, &c. that in the mean time till he take us up to him to heaven personally, he may draw us up to heaven virtually.
as it is added in the fore-alleged place, John 14.3. 5. jesus christ is gone away, etc. that in the mean time till he take us up to him to heaven personally, he may draw us up to heaven virtually.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. crd np1 np1 vbz vvn av, av cst p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 av-j, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 av-j.
(35) part (DIV2)
1000
Page 268
7765
That till we follow him in person, we may follow him in heart and in affection, that may set them on the things that are above, where Christ also fits on the right hand of God.
That till we follow him in person, we may follow him in heart and in affection, that may Set them on the things that Are above, where christ also fits on the right hand of God.
cst c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, c-crq np1 av vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1.
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7766
If Christ were still among us in the body, and in a visible and fleshly way, you are not able to imagine how much it would detain us here.
If christ were still among us in the body, and in a visible and fleshly Way, you Are not able to imagine how much it would detain us Here.
cs np1 vbdr av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j cc j n1, pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi c-crq av-d pn31 vmd vvi pno12 av.
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7767
We should not care much to look higher then the place where Christ is.
We should not care much to look higher then the place where christ is.
pns12 vmd xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi jc cs dt n1 c-crq np1 vbz.
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7768
But now he is departed from us into heaven this draws up our affections after him, who is so infinitely dear & pretious to us;
But now he is departed from us into heaven this draws up our affections After him, who is so infinitely dear & precious to us;
p-acp av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 d vvz a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz av av-j j-jn cc j p-acp pno12;
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7769
for where the treasure is there will the heart be also. for where the treasure is there will the heart be also.
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp vmb dt n1 vbb av.
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7770
This makes us to desire with the Apostle to be with him, to be dissolved and to be with Christ:
This makes us to desire with the Apostle to be with him, to be dissolved and to be with christ:
d vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1:
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7771
This makes us keep him company, though at a distance: It makes us heavenly in our discourses, meditations, conversations, as the Apostle was, Phil. 3.30. Our conversation is in heaven, from whence we look for the Saviour, even the Lord Jesus Christ.
This makes us keep him company, though At a distance: It makes us heavenly in our discourses, meditations, conversations, as the Apostle was, Philip 3.30. Our Conversation is in heaven, from whence we look for the Saviour, even the Lord jesus christ.
d vvz pno12 vvi pno31 n1, cs p-acp dt n1: pn31 vvz pno12 j p-acp po12 n2, n2, n2, c-acp dt n1 vbds, np1 crd. po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 np1 np1.
(35) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7772
JOHN. 17.11. And now I am no more in the world.JOHN. 17.11. And now I am no more in the world.
np1. crd. cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1001
Page 269
7814
and so it is between the Spirit and the soul;
and so it is between the Spirit and the soul;
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7774
It's true he shall so come again from heaven, as the Apostles saw him going into heaven,
It's true he shall so come again from heaven, as the Apostles saw him going into heaven,
pn31|vbz j pns31 vmb av vvi av p-acp n1, c-acp dt n2 vvd pno31 vvg p-acp n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7775
as you may see, Act. 1.11.
as you may see, Act. 1.11.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7776
He shall come down again in a remarkable, observable and visible way, Behold, he cometh with the clouds,
He shall come down again in a remarkable, observable and visible Way, Behold, he comes with the Clouds,
pns31 vmb vvi a-acp av p-acp dt j, j cc j n1, vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7777
and every eye shall see him, Apoc. 1.7.and every eye shall see him, Apocalypse 1.7.
cc d n1 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7778
And in the mean time, my Beloved, the heavens must contain him, or confine him as to his bodily or fleshly presence, he must be comprehended there, Act. 3.21. I say then as our Saviour Christ himself upon the like occasion, Mat. 24.4. Take heed that no man deceive you, for many shall come in my name, saying I am Christ.
And in the mean time, my beloved, the heavens must contain him, or confine him as to his bodily or fleshly presence, he must be comprehended there, Act. 3.21. I say then as our Saviour christ himself upon the like occasion, Mathew 24.4. Take heed that no man deceive you, for many shall come in my name, saying I am christ.
cc p-acp dt j n1, po11 j-vvn, dt n2 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 j cc j n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, n1 crd. pns11 vvb av p-acp po12 n1 np1 px31 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. vvb n1 cst dx n1 vvi pn22, c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, vvg pns11 vbm np1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7779
And though it seem so gross a business, that there can be no danger in it,
And though it seem so gross a business, that there can be no danger in it,
cc cs pn31 vvb av j dt n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp pn31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7780
yet it is added presently, and they shall deceive many, so that there may be need of this Caveat.
yet it is added presently, and they shall deceive many, so that there may be need of this Caveat.
av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cc pns32 vmb vvi d, av cst a-acp vmb vbi n1 pp-f d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1003
Page 269
7781
And therefore I beseech you, my Brethren, lay it up against the time of trial come,
And Therefore I beseech you, my Brothers, lay it up against the time of trial come,
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 n2, vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn,
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7782
if it ever come upon you;
if it ever come upon you;
cs pn31 av vvn p-acp pn22;
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7783
For there shall arise false Christs, and false Prophets, as the true Christs tell us, Mat. 24.24.For there shall arise false Christ, and false prophets, as the true Christ tell us, Mathew 24.24.
p-acp a-acp vmb vvi j npg1, cc j n2, p-acp dt j npg1 vvb pno12, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7784
insomuch that if it were possible they shall deceive the very Elect. And therefore if they say unto you, insomuch that if it were possible they shall deceive the very Elect. And Therefore if they say unto you,
av cst cs pn31 vbdr j pns32 vmb vvi dt j np1 cc av cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn22,
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7785
Lo here is Christ, or there, believe them not. If they say he is in the Desert, go not forth;
Lo Here is christ, or there, believe them not. If they say he is in the Desert, go not forth;
uh av vbz np1, cc a-acp, vvb pno32 xx. cs pns32 vvb pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, vvb xx av;
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7786
he is in the secret chambers, believe it not, as Christ addes in that place.he is in the secret chambers, believe it not, as christ adds in that place.
pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n2, vvb pn31 xx, p-acp np1 vvz p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7787
If a seducing spirit tell you, Christ is in such, or such a place, such or such a one is Christ (as some have been so grossly impudent in these times) believe him not.
If a seducing Spirit tell you, christ is in such, or such a place, such or such a one is christ (as Some have been so grossly impudent in these times) believe him not.
cs dt j-vvg n1 vvb pn22, np1 vbz p-acp d, cc d dt n1, d cc d dt pi vbz np1 (c-acp d vhb vbn av av-j j p-acp d n2) vvb pno31 xx.
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7788
If a Papist, or Ubiquitary tell you, Lo here is Christ, lo, he is corporally present in the Sacrament, the bread is really and truly chang'd into his body, believe him not.
If a Papist, or Ubiquitary tell you, Lo Here is christ, lo, he is corporally present in the Sacrament, the bred is really and truly changed into his body, believe him not.
cs dt njp, cc j vvb pn22, uh av vbz np1, uh, pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 xx.
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7789
No, my Beloved, do you depend on that which Christ himself, affirmeth in my Text, and now I am no more in the world, as to my bodily and fleshly presence untill you see him come again,
No, my beloved, do you depend on that which christ himself, Affirmeth in my Text, and now I am no more in the world, as to my bodily and fleshly presence until you see him come again,
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d r-crq np1 px31, vvz p-acp po11 n1, cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp po11 j cc j n1 c-acp pn22 vvb pno31 vvi av,
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 269
7790
as the Apostles saw him go away (for every eye shall see him when he comes) be confident he is not here in this world, I say as Christ in the fore-alleadged place, Take heed, I have foretold you.
as the Apostles saw him go away (for every eye shall see him when he comes) be confident he is not Here in this world, I say as christ in the fore-alleged place, Take heed, I have foretold you.
c-acp dt n2 vvd pno31 vvi av (c-acp d n1 vmb vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz) vbi j pns31 vbz xx av p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb n1, pns11 vhb vvn pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1004
Page 270
7791
Is it so that Jesus Christ as he is man is gone away, &c. and that he hath withdrawn his corporal and fleshly presence from us? Then let us make the more of the presence of his Spirit by which he is still among us:
Is it so that jesus christ as he is man is gone away, etc. and that he hath withdrawn his corporal and fleshly presence from us? Then let us make the more of the presence of his Spirit by which he is still among us:
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 vbz vvn av, av cc cst pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno12? av vvb pno12 vvi dt av-dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av p-acp pno12:
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7792
If he be absent from us one way, it is good reason that we should the more improve his presence with us in another.
If he be absent from us one Way, it is good reason that we should the more improve his presence with us in Another.
cs pns31 vbb j p-acp pno12 crd n1, pn31 vbz j n1 cst pns12 vmd dt av-dc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n-jn.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7793
The chief comfort of the soul consisteth in Communion with the Lord Christ, in having fellowship with him.
The chief Comfort of the soul Consisteth in Communion with the Lord christ, in having fellowship with him.
dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, p-acp vhg n1 p-acp pno31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7794
Now Christ, as he is man, is ascended into heaven, and so in that respect he is no more in the world.
Now christ, as he is man, is ascended into heaven, and so in that respect he is no more in the world.
av np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz dx dc p-acp dt n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7795
We cannot yet go up to him, though we would gladly die and be dissolved, that we might be with Christ, yet it cannot yet be.
We cannot yet go up to him, though we would gladly die and be dissolved, that we might be with christ, yet it cannot yet be.
pns12 vmbx av vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi cc vbi vvn, cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp np1, av pn31 vmbx av vbi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7796
But which way then shall we enjoy Communion with him? Why, my Beloved, because we are not able to go up to him, the Spirit will do so much for us, that he will bring him down to us;
But which Way then shall we enjoy Communion with him? Why, my beloved, Because we Are not able to go up to him, the Spirit will do so much for us, that he will bring him down to us;
p-acp r-crq n1 av vmb pns12 vvi n1 p-acp pno31? uh-crq, po11 j-vvn, c-acp pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp pno12;
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7797
and thus though he be absent from us in the body, yet he is present with us in the Spirit,
and thus though he be absent from us in the body, yet he is present with us in the Spirit,
cc av cs pns31 vbb j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7798
and will be to the worlds end, according to his own promise, Matth. 28.20. Lo I am with you always to the end of the world;
and will be to the world's end, according to his own promise, Matthew 28.20. Lo I am with you always to the end of the world;
cc vmb vbi p-acp dt ng1 n1, vvg p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd. uh pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7799
They are the last words of the Chapter, and the last words of the Book, and there is nothing added, but Amen, Let it be so:
They Are the last words of the Chapter, and the last words of the Book, and there is nothing added, but Amen, Let it be so:
pns32 vbr dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix vvn, cc-acp uh-n, vvb pn31 vbi av:
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7800
and sure it is a sweet close. Well then, my Brethren, let our work and business be to consider with our selves,
and sure it is a sweet close. Well then, my Brothers, let our work and business be to Consider with our selves,
cc av-j pn31 vbz dt j j. uh-av av, po11 n2, vvb po12 n1 cc n1 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7801
how we may the more enjoy him in the Spirit, because we can no longer now enjoy him in the body.
how we may the more enjoy him in the Spirit, Because we can no longer now enjoy him in the body.
c-crq pns12 vmb dt av-dc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmb av-dx av-jc av vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7802
How we may make the most of that we have.
How we may make the most of that we have.
c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt ds pp-f d pns12 vhb.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7803
And I shall give you the best advise that I am able, in this great business.
And I shall give you the best Advice that I am able, in this great business.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt js n1 cst pns11 vbm j, p-acp d j n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1005
Page 270
7804
If you desire to make the most of the presence of your Saviour in the Spirit now he is absent from you in the body, you must be infinitely cautious, that you do not grieve that Spirit by which he is present with you:
If you desire to make the most of the presence of your Saviour in the Spirit now he is absent from you in the body, you must be infinitely cautious, that you do not grieve that Spirit by which he is present with you:
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 av pns31 vbz j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vbi av-j j, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j p-acp pn22:
(36) part (DIV2)
1006
Page 270
7805
If you grieve and trouble him, he will withdraw and hide himself from you, and then Christ is wholly gone both in the Body and the Spirit too;
If you grieve and trouble him, he will withdraw and hide himself from you, and then christ is wholly gone both in the Body and the Spirit too;
cs pn22 vvb cc vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp pn22, cc av np1 vbz av-jn vvn d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 av;
(36) part (DIV2)
1006
Page 270
7806
you do not sensibly enjoy him neither one way nor the other, and so are in a very sad case.
you do not sensibly enjoy him neither one Way nor the other, and so Are in a very sad case.
pn22 vdb xx av-j vvi pno31 d crd n1 ccx dt n-jn, cc av vbr p-acp dt j j n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1006
Page 270
7807
Since the presence of the Spirit is all that you enjoy of Christ;
Since the presence of the Spirit is all that you enjoy of christ;
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d cst pn22 vvb pp-f np1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1006
Page 270
7808
so that if he be gone, my Brethren, all is gone, you must be very wary that you do not vex the Spirit,
so that if he be gone, my Brothers, all is gone, you must be very wary that you do not vex the Spirit,
av cst cs pns31 vbb vvn, po11 n2, d vbz vvn, pn22 vmb vbi av j cst pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1006
Page 270
7809
and cause him to depart from you.
and cause him to depart from you.
cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1006
Page 270
7810
But you will ask me, Which way do we vex and grieve the Spirit? we would know it, that so we might be careful to avoid it.
But you will ask me, Which Way do we vex and grieve the Spirit? we would know it, that so we might be careful to avoid it.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, r-crq n1 vdb pns12 vvi cc vvi dt n1? pns12 vmd vvi pn31, cst av pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7811
I might speak much of this Subject, and draw out my discourse into abundance of particulars;
I might speak much of this Subject, and draw out my discourse into abundance of particulars;
pns11 vmd vvi d pp-f d n-jn, cc vvi av po11 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn;
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7812
but I will say it in a word; you grieve the Spirit when you deal unkindly with him any away.
but I will say it in a word; you grieve the Spirit when you deal unkindly with him any away.
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1; pn22 vvb dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvb av-j p-acp pno31 d av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7813
This is the specal thing that grieves friends, when one of them deals unkindely with another;
This is the specal thing that grieves Friends, when one of them deals unkindly with Another;
d vbz dt j n1 cst vvz n2, c-crq crd pp-f pno32 vvz av-j p-acp j-jn;
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7815
He comes to us from Christ, in much love and much kindness to supply his absence from us,
He comes to us from christ, in much love and much kindness to supply his absence from us,
pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 cc d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12,
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7816
and we are unkind to him, and this grieves him out of measure;
and we Are unkind to him, and this grieves him out of measure;
cc pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31, cc d vvz pno31 av pp-f n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7817
Now we are unkind to him especially two ways, and that is either when we slight him, or resist him.
Now we Are unkind to him especially two ways, and that is either when we slight him, or resist him.
av pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31 av-j crd n2, cc d vbz d c-crq pns12 j pno31, cc vvi pno31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1007
Page 270
7818
1. When we slight him, this is a very great unkindness, and that which friends can very ill bear.
1. When we slight him, this is a very great unkindness, and that which Friends can very ill bear.
crd c-crq pns12 j pno31, d vbz dt av j n1, cc cst r-crq n2 vmb av av-jn vvi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 270
7819
He makes tenders of himself, and we take no notice of him;
He makes tenders of himself, and we take no notice of him;
pns31 vvz n2 pp-f px31, cc pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f pno31;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7820
he stands knocking at our doors, or rather Jesus Christ by him, and we let him knock still;
he Stands knocking At our doors, or rather jesus christ by him, and we let him knock still;
pns31 vvz vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc av-c np1 np1 p-acp pno31, cc pns12 vvb pno31 vvi av;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7821
He would be entertained by us, and we will not entertain him;
He would be entertained by us, and we will not entertain him;
pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi pno31;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7822
or if we do, it is in such a careless, and in such a slight way,
or if we do, it is in such a careless, and in such a slight Way,
cc cs pns12 vdb, pn31 vbz p-acp d dt j, cc p-acp d dt j n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7823
as if he were not worthy to be looked upon:
as if he were not worthy to be looked upon:
c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp:
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7824
The evil spirit comes, and he hath all the welcome that the house can make, he finds it swept and garnished;
The evil Spirit comes, and he hath all the welcome that the house can make, he finds it swept and garnished;
dt j-jn n1 vvz, cc pns31 vhz d dt j-jn cst dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz pn31 vvn cc vvn;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7825
the Holy Spirit comes, and he is set behind doors.
the Holy Spirit comes, and he is Set behind doors.
dt j n1 vvz, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7826
He offers holy motions to us, he stirs us up to read, to pray, to humble and afflict our souls, to meditate of holy things,
He offers holy motions to us, he stirs us up to read, to pray, to humble and afflict our Souls, to meditate of holy things,
pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7827
and we neglect them, as if they were not worth the hearkning to. He offers sweet and pretious comforts to us, and we forsake our own mercy;
and we neglect them, as if they were not worth the Harkening to. He offers sweet and precious comforts to us, and we forsake our own mercy;
cc pns12 vvb pno32, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr xx j dt vvg p-acp. pns31 vvz j cc j n2 p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vvb po12 d n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7828
we hanker after other pleasures and delights;
we hanker After other pleasures and delights;
pns12 vvi p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7829
the comforts of the Spirit will not rellish with us, our souls loath this light bread;
the comforts of the Spirit will not relish with us, our Souls loath this Light bred;
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, po12 n2 vvb d j n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7830
we must have fleshly satisfactions and refreshments, spiritual will not serve the turn: Brethren, this is no good usage, the Holy Spirit grieves at this;
we must have fleshly satisfactions and refreshments, spiritual will not serve the turn: Brothers, this is no good usage, the Holy Spirit grieves At this;
pns12 vmb vhi j n2 cc n2, j vmb xx vvi dt n1: n2, d vbz dx j n1, dt j n1 vvz p-acp d;
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7831
He thinks (as well he may) he hath deserved better at our hands then this is:
He thinks (as well he may) he hath deserved better At our hands then this is:
pns31 vvz (c-acp av pns31 vmb) pns31 vhz vvn av-jc p-acp po12 n2 av d vbz:
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7832
I have brought down Christ to them, and so have comforted and cheered them (thinks he) and now they slight and grieve me.
I have brought down christ to them, and so have comforted and cheered them (thinks he) and now they slight and grieve me.
pns11 vhb vvn a-acp np1 p-acp pno32, cc av vhb vvn cc vvd pno32 (vvz pns31) cc av pns32 j cc vvi pno11.
(36) part (DIV2)
1008
Page 271
7833
2. And as we deal unkindly with him when we slight him, so we deal more unkindly with him,
2. And as we deal unkindly with him when we slight him, so we deal more unkindly with him,
crd cc c-acp pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pno31 c-crq pns12 j pno31, av pns12 vvb av-dc av-j p-acp pno31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7834
when we oppose him and resist him, when we set our selves against him;
when we oppose him and resist him, when we Set our selves against him;
c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno31;
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7835
I know the Spirit of grace is irresistible in some respect, but yet ad luctam, he may be resisted,
I know the Spirit of grace is irresistible in Some respect, but yet ad luctam, he may be resisted,
pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, cc-acp av fw-la fw-la, pns31 vmb vbi vvn,
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7836
though he cannot ad victoriam; and so he is sometimes even by the Lords own people.
though he cannot ad victoriam; and so he is sometime even by the lords own people.
cs pns31 vmbx fw-la fw-la; cc av pns31 vbz av av p-acp dt n2 d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7837
Even they have flesh within them, that lusts against this Spirit, as the Apostle Paul speaks;Even they have Flesh within them, that Lustiest against this Spirit, as the Apostle Paul speaks;
av pns32 vhb n1 p-acp pno32, cst n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz;
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7838
That doth not slight it, and neglect it only, but lust against it. The Spirit will have this or that done:
That does not slight it, and neglect it only, but lust against it. The Spirit will have this or that done:
cst vdz xx vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 av-j, cc-acp n1 p-acp pn31. dt n1 vmb vhi d cc d vdn:
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7839
no saith the flesh, it shall not, the Spirit shall not be obeyed;
no Says the Flesh, it shall not, the Spirit shall not be obeyed;
uh-dx vvz dt n1, pn31 vmb xx, dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn;
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7840
the Spirit will have such a lust cast out that is always crossing him, and thwarting with him.
the Spirit will have such a lust cast out that is always crossing him, and thwarting with him.
dt n1 vmb vhi d dt n1 vvd av d vbz av vvg pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7841
No saith the flesh, it shall not goe. The Spirit would have us set about such or such a holy duty;
No Says the Flesh, it shall not go. The Spirit would have us Set about such or such a holy duty;
uh-dx vvz dt n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi. dt n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi p-acp d cc d dt j n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7842
the flesh opposes and resists the motion;
the Flesh opposes and resists the motion;
dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7843
and we are well content (it may be) at present that it should do so,
and we Are well content (it may be) At present that it should do so,
cc pns12 vbr av j (pn31 vmb vbi) p-acp j cst pn31 vmd vdi av,
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7844
and so we sit still and let all alone, say the Spirit what he will. Brethren, the Spirit takes it very ill to be thus used by us;
and so we fit still and let all alone, say the Spirit what he will. Brothers, the Spirit Takes it very ill to be thus used by us;
cc av pns12 vvb av cc vvb d j, vvb dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmb. n1, dt n1 vvz pn31 av av-jn pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp pno12;
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7845
it makes him sad, that these whom he hath done so much for, should make him such a recompence,
it makes him sad, that these whom he hath done so much for, should make him such a recompense,
pn31 vvz pno31 j, cst d r-crq pns31 vhz vdn av av-d c-acp, vmd vvi pno31 d dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7846
and that he should be wounded thus in the house of his friends:
and that he should be wounded thus in the house of his Friends:
cc cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2:
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7847
That they should keep and favour fellows there, and make them houshold-guests, that go to thrust him out of doors when he comes to lodge with them.
That they should keep and favour Fellows there, and make them houshold-guests, that go to thrust him out of doors when he comes to lodge with them.
cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi n2 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 n2, cst vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f n2 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32.
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7848
I beseech you think upon it, and give him better entertainment, that so he may take pleasure to be with you.
I beseech you think upon it, and give him better entertainment, that so he may take pleasure to be with you.
pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvb pno31 jc n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1009
Page 271
7849
If you desire to make the most of the presence of your Saviour in the Spirit,
If you desire to make the most of the presence of your Saviour in the Spirit,
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7850
now he is absent from you in the body;
now he is absent from you in the body;
av pns31 vbz j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7851
as you must not grieve him, so you must take singular and extraordinary comfort in him;
as you must not grieve him, so you must take singular and extraordinary Comfort in him;
c-acp pn22 vmb xx vvi pno31, av pn22 vmb vvi j cc j n1 p-acp pno31;
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7852
for he is sent down as a Comforter (you know) in Christs absence; and therefore this is the special use that you are to make of him.
for he is sent down as a Comforter (you know) in Christ absence; and Therefore this is the special use that you Are to make of him.
c-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 (pn22 vvb) p-acp npg1 n1; cc av d vbz dt j n1 cst pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7853
It is sad that Christ is gone;
It is sad that christ is gone;
pn31 vbz j cst np1 vbz vvn;
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7854
but it is comfortable that the Spirit is come down from heaven to supply his place,
but it is comfortable that the Spirit is come down from heaven to supply his place,
cc-acp pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7855
and therefore let us see that we take comfort in it.
and Therefore let us see that we take Comfort in it.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vvb n1 p-acp pn31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7856
Ah, my Beloved, is not this a sweet and welcome Office of the Spirit to represent Christ to us,
Ah, my beloved, is not this a sweet and welcome Office of the Spirit to represent christ to us,
uh, po11 j-vvn, vbz xx d dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno12,
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 271
7857
and so pretious and so sweet a friend as Christ is? when he comes in and tells us, Christ is gone up indeed to heaven,
and so precious and so sweet a friend as christ is? when he comes in and tells us, christ is gone up indeed to heaven,
cc av j cc av j dt n1 c-acp np1 vbz? c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz pno12, np1 vbz vvn a-acp av p-acp n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 272
7858
and he will fetch you after him ere it be long, that where he is, there may you be also.
and he will fetch you After him ere it be long, that where he is, there may you be also.
cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31 vbb j, cst c-crq pns31 vbz, pc-acp vmb pn22 vbi av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 272
7859
And in the mean time he hath taken care of you, and he hath sent me down of purpose to be instead of him to you;
And in the mean time he hath taken care of you, and he hath sent me down of purpose to be instead of him to you;
cc p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f pn22, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno11 a-acp pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi av pp-f pno31 p-acp pn22;
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 272
7860
and he would have you look upon me, as if he himself were with you.
and he would have you look upon me, as if he himself were with you.
cc pns31 vmd vhi pn22 vvb p-acp pno11, c-acp cs pns31 px31 vbdr p-acp pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 272
7861
Ah, my Beloved, should not our hearts even leap within us, at such news as this? Doth not the Spirit comfort us? should it not be a ravishing,
Ah, my beloved, should not our hearts even leap within us, At such news as this? Does not the Spirit Comfort us? should it not be a ravishing,
uh, po11 j-vvn, vmd xx po12 n2 av vvi p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 c-acp d? vdz xx dt n1 vvb pno12? vmd pn31 xx vbi dt j-vvg,
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 272
7862
and a reviving thing to us, when he comes in Christs stead, and supplies Christs room, and Christs place?
and a reviving thing to us, when he comes in Christ stead, and supplies Christ room, and Christ place?
cc dt vvg n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvz npg1 n1, cc npg1 n1?
(36) part (DIV2)
1010
Page 272
7863
Doth not our Saviour Christ himself propound it oftentimes to his Apostles and Disciples for their comfort,
Does not our Saviour christ himself propound it oftentimes to his Apostles and Disciples for their Comfort,
vdz xx po12 n1 np1 px31 vvi pn31 av p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7864
when they were in heaviness, and when their hearts were even about to break within them? come be not troubled, that I am about to leave you, I will send you another Comforter that shall abide with you for ever, Joh. 14.16.
when they were in heaviness, and when their hearts were even about to break within them? come be not troubled, that I am about to leave you, I will send you Another Comforter that shall abide with you for ever, John 14.16.
c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, cc c-crq po32 n2 vbdr av a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? vvb vbi xx vvn, cst pns11 vbm a-acp pc-acp vvi pn22, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j-jn n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp av, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7865
I have been a comfort to you I confess, but I will send you another Comforter, one that shall comfort you as much as I have done,
I have been a Comfort to you I confess, but I will send you Another Comforter, one that shall Comfort you as much as I have done,
pns11 vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp pn22 pns11 vvb, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j-jn n1, pi cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d c-acp pns11 vhb vdn,
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7866
and one that shall stick to you, and shall not leave you (as I am about to do) but shall abide with you for ever;
and one that shall stick to you, and shall not leave you (as I am about to do) but shall abide with you for ever;
cc pi cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc vmb xx vvi pn22 (c-acp pns11 vbm a-acp pc-acp vdi) cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp av;
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7867
I will not leave you comfortless, as Christ adds in the 18. verse.I will not leave you comfortless, as christ adds in the 18. verse.
pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 j, p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt crd n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7868
No, which way will you help it might they say? How can we but be comfortless when Christ is gone? why, this way I will help it, might our Saviour say, I will come to you,
No, which Way will you help it might they say? How can we but be comfortless when christ is gone? why, this Way I will help it, might our Saviour say, I will come to you,
uh-dx, r-crq n1 vmb pn22 vvi pn31 n1 pns32 vvi? q-crq vmb pns12 p-acp vbi j c-crq np1 vbz vvn? uh-crq, d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn31, vmd po12 n1 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22,
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7869
and be with you by my Spirit:
and be with you by my Spirit:
cc vbb p-acp pn22 p-acp po11 n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7870
And though the world can never see me while my body is withdrawn, and I am only present with you by my Spirit,
And though the world can never see me while my body is withdrawn, and I am only present with you by my Spirit,
cc cs dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno11 cs po11 n1 vbz vvn, cc pns11 vbm av-j j p-acp pn22 p-acp po11 n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7871
yet you have eyes to see me present with you this way;
yet you have eyes to see me present with you this Way;
av pn22 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi pno11 vvi p-acp pn22 d n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7872
and while you have this presence with you, I hope you have no reason to complain that you are left without comfort:
and while you have this presence with you, I hope you have no reason to complain that you Are left without Comfort:
cc cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7873
So that the Spirit is a comforter you see by representing Christ to us;
So that the Spirit is a comforter you see by representing christ to us;
av cst dt n1 vbz dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp vvg np1 p-acp pno12;
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7874
yea, it is a greater comfort that the Spirit is with us, then if Christ himself were with us:
yea, it is a greater Comfort that the Spirit is with us, then if christ himself were with us:
uh, pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cst dt n1 vbz p-acp pno12, cs cs np1 px31 vbdr p-acp pno12:
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7875
It is a greater comfort that Christ is present with us by his Spirit, then if he should be present with us by his body;
It is a greater Comfort that christ is present with us by his Spirit, then if he should be present with us by his body;
pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cst np1 vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, av cs pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7876
then the comfort were more narrow, but now it is more large; then the comfort were more outward, but now it is more inward;
then the Comfort were more narrow, but now it is more large; then the Comfort were more outward, but now it is more inward;
av dt n1 vbdr av-dc j, cc-acp av pn31 vbz av-dc j; av dt n1 vbdr av-dc j, cc-acp av pn31 vbz av-dc j;
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7877
then the comfort were more fleshly; but now it is more spiritual, and therefore let us take in this comfort.
then the Comfort were more fleshly; but now it is more spiritual, and Therefore let us take in this Comfort.
av dt n1 vbdr av-dc j; cc-acp av pn31 vbz av-dc j, cc av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1011
Page 272
7878
If you desire to make the most of the presence of your Saviour in the Spirit,
If you desire to make the most of the presence of your Saviour in the Spirit,
cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7879
now he is absent from you in the body, as you must take in the comforts,
now he is absent from you in the body, as you must take in the comforts,
av pns31 vbz j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7880
so you must take in the graces of the Spirit;
so you must take in the graces of the Spirit;
av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7881
for even as Christ is present with you by the comforts, so he is present with you by the graces of the Spirit:
for even as christ is present with you by the comforts, so he is present with you by the graces of the Spirit:
c-acp av c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2, av pns31 vbz j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7882
By these he dwells among us, though he be in heaven in the body, as the Psalmist intimates, Psal. 68.18. When he ascended up on high, he received gifts for men, the gifts and graces of the Spirit to bestow on men, that the Lord God might dwell among them, by those gifts and those graces:
By these he dwells among us, though he be in heaven in the body, as the Psalmist intimates, Psalm 68.18. When he ascended up on high, he received Gifts for men, the Gifts and graces of the Spirit to bestow on men, that the Lord God might dwell among them, by those Gifts and those graces:
p-acp d pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cs pns31 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cst dt n1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp d n2 cc d n2:
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7883
And therefore the Apostle prays for the Ephesians, that Christ might dwell in their hearts by faith, one of the principal of those graces, Ephes. 3.17.
And Therefore the Apostle prays for the Ephesians, that christ might dwell in their hearts by faith, one of the principal of those graces, Ephesians 3.17.
cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt np1, cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, crd pp-f dt n-jn pp-f d n2, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7884
Well then, my Brethren, when Jesus Christ makes tenders of himself to you, by these graces, let him come in and dwell with you.
Well then, my Brothers, when jesus christ makes tenders of himself to you, by these graces, let him come in and dwell with you.
uh-av av, po11 n2, c-crq np1 np1 vvz n2 pp-f px31 p-acp pn22, p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp cc vvi p-acp pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7885
Make the more of this way of his residence and habitation with you, because you cannot have him in the other.
Make the more of this Way of his residence and habitation with you, Because you cannot have him in the other.
n1 dt av-dc pp-f d n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp pn22 vmbx vhb pno31 p-acp dt n-jn.
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7886
When he offers any grace, consider with your selves, Now Jesus Christ draws nigh to me, he that is above in heaven,
When he offers any grace, Consider with your selves, Now jesus christ draws High to me, he that is above in heaven,
c-crq pns31 vvz d n1, vvb p-acp po22 n2, av np1 np1 vvz av-j p-acp pno11, pns31 cst vbz a-acp p-acp n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 272
7887
and with relation to his bodily and fleshly presence is no more in this world, is in another way coming into my soul;
and with Relation to his bodily and fleshly presence is no more in this world, is in Another Way coming into my soul;
cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1 vbz dx dc p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp j-jn n1 vvg p-acp po11 n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7888
And therefore do not shut the doors against him, but bid him very welcome when he comes;
And Therefore do not shut the doors against him, but bid him very welcome when he comes;
cc av vdb xx vvi dt n2 p-acp pno31, cc-acp vvb pno31 av j-jn c-crq pns31 vvz;
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7889
when he offers more knowledge, faith, love, hope, patience, let not these offers be refused:
when he offers more knowledge, faith, love, hope, patience, let not these offers be refused:
c-crq pns31 vvz dc n1, n1, n1, vvb, n1, vvb xx d n2 vbb vvn:
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7890
Remember when you take in these, you take in Christ with them, in the presence of his Spirit:
remember when you take in these, you take in christ with them, in the presence of his Spirit:
vvb c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d, pn22 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7891
So much as you enjoy of these, so much you enjoy of Christ;
So much as you enjoy of these, so much you enjoy of christ;
av av-d c-acp pn22 vvb pp-f d, av av-d pn22 vvb pp-f np1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7892
and therefore seek and value every saving grace the more, and be the readier to receive and entertain it,
and Therefore seek and valve every Saving grace the more, and be the Readier to receive and entertain it,
cc av vvb cc vvi d j-vvg n1 dt av-dc, cc vbb dt jc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7893
because it brings Christ with it.
Because it brings christ with it.
c-acp pn31 vvz np1 p-acp pn31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1012
Page 273
7894
Is it so, that Jesus Christ as he is man is gone away, &c. Then let us also go away out of the world to him, that we may be where he is;
Is it so, that jesus christ as he is man is gone away, etc. Then let us also go away out of the world to him, that we may be where he is;
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 vbz vvn av, av av vvb pno12 av vvi av av pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns12 vmb vbi c-crq pns31 vbz;
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7895
I say as Christ to his Disciples in another case, Arise, let us go hence.
I say as christ to his Disciples in Another case, Arise, let us go hence.
pns11 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp j-jn n1, vvb, vvb pno12 vvi av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7896
Jesus Christ is gone, you hear, and why then do we stay behind him? why do we tarry here,
jesus christ is gone, you hear, and why then do we stay behind him? why do we tarry Here,
np1 np1 vbz vvn, pn22 vvb, cc q-crq av vdb pns12 vvb p-acp pno31? q-crq vdb pns12 vvi av,
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7897
when Christ is gone? It's true, we cannot go to him in the body;
when christ is gone? It's true, we cannot go to him in the body;
c-crq np1 vbz vvn? pn31|vbz j, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7898
but yet as Christ though he be absent from us in the body, yet he is present with us by his Spirit:
but yet as christ though he be absent from us in the body, yet he is present with us by his Spirit:
cc-acp av c-acp np1 cs pns31 vbb j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7899
so we upon the other side, though we be absent from him in the body, let us be present with him in the Spirit;
so we upon the other side, though we be absent from him in the body, let us be present with him in the Spirit;
av pns12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns12 vbb j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7900
and as he comes from heaven to us by his Spirit, though his body stay there;
and as he comes from heaven to us by his Spirit, though his body stay there;
cc c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cs po31 n1 vvi a-acp;
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7901
so let us go from earth to heaven to our Saviour in our spirits, though our bodies stay here.
so let us go from earth to heaven to our Saviour in our spirits, though our bodies stay Here.
av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cs po12 n2 vvb av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1013
Page 273
7902
But you will ask me, How may this be done, or how may we be present with our Saviour in our Spirits? I Answer;
But you will ask me, How may this be done, or how may we be present with our Saviour in our Spirits? I Answer;
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmb d vbi vdn, cc q-crq vmb pns12 vbi j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2? pns11 vvb;
(36) part (DIV2)
1014
Page 273
7903
1. We may be present with him in the thoughts and meditations of the Spirit. These are the proper actings of the soul, the inner man;
1. We may be present with him in the thoughts and meditations of the Spirit. These Are the proper actings of the soul, the inner man;
crd pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. d vbr dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt j n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7904
and if our thoughts be much upon him, we are in this respect much with him.
and if our thoughts be much upon him, we Are in this respect much with him.
cc cs po12 n2 vbb av-d p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr p-acp d n1 av-d p-acp pno31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7905
And therefore I beseech you, my Beloved, let us feed our selves continually with sweet and pretious thoughts of Jesus Christ;
And Therefore I beseech you, my beloved, let us feed our selves continually with sweet and precious thoughts of jesus christ;
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 av-j p-acp j cc j n2 pp-f np1 np1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7906
though we be here below, and must continue so till Christ be pleased to take us to himself,
though we be Here below, and must continue so till christ be pleased to take us to himself,
cs pns12 vbb av a-acp, cc vmb vvi av p-acp np1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp px31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7907
yet let our minds ascend to heaven, and let our thoughts and meditations be where Christ is.
yet let our minds ascend to heaven, and let our thoughts and meditations be where christ is.
av vvb po12 n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb po12 n2 cc n2 vbb c-crq np1 vbz.
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7908
Oh let us think upon him in the day and in the night; upon our beds when we are still, and have nothing to distract us;
O let us think upon him in the day and in the night; upon our Beds when we Are still, and have nothing to distract us;
uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1; p-acp po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbr av, cc vhb pix pc-acp vvi pno12;
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7909
then let our hearts be filled with sweet soliloquies, with ravishing and transporting thoughts of Christ, that we may speak to him as David did, Psal. 104.34. How pretious are the thoughts of thee, O Lord? How great is the sum of them? It passes my Arithmetique to cast them up.
then let our hearts be filled with sweet soliloquies, with ravishing and transporting thoughts of christ, that we may speak to him as David did, Psalm 104.34. How precious Are the thoughts of thee, Oh Lord? How great is the sum of them? It passes my Arithmetic to cast them up.
av vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg n2 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd. c-crq j vbr dt n2 pp-f pno21, uh n1? c-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32? pn31 vvz po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp.
(36) part (DIV2)
1016
Page 273
7910
2. Let us be present with our Saviour in the affections of the Spirit; let our spirits cleave to him, though we be absent from him in the body:
2. Let us be present with our Saviour in the affections of the Spirit; let our spirits cleave to him, though we be absent from him in the body:
crd vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; vvb po12 n2 vvb p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vbb j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7911
Where Jesus Christ our treasure is, there let our hearts be also.
Where jesus christ our treasure is, there let our hearts be also.
c-crq np1 np1 po12 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vbb av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7912
That as Elisha said to Gehazi once, Went not my heart with thee? when at that very time he was sitting in his house,
That as Elisha said to Gehazi once, Went not my heart with thee? when At that very time he was sitting in his house,
cst c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1 a-acp, vvd xx po11 n1 p-acp pno21? c-crq p-acp cst j n1 pns31 vbds vvg p-acp po31 n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7913
and Gehazi was abroad, 2 King. 5.26. So we may say to Jesus Christ, though in another way;
and Gehazi was abroad, 2 King. 5.26. So we may say to jesus christ, though in Another Way;
cc np1 vbds av, crd n1. crd. av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 np1, cs p-acp j-jn n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7914
However we be absent from thee in the body, yet is not our heart with thee? as the Apostle to the Thessalonians, We Brethren, being taken from you in presence, not in heart, 1 Thes. 2.17. so we to Jesus Christ;
However we be absent from thee in the body, yet is not our heart with thee? as the Apostle to the Thessalonians, We Brothers, being taken from you in presence, not in heart, 1 Thebes 2.17. so we to jesus christ;
c-acp pns12 vbb j p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1, av vbz xx po12 n1 p-acp pno21? p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, pns12 n2, vbg vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. av pns12 p-acp np1 np1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7915
Oh Lord, though we be separated from thee in our bodies, we are not separated from thee in our hearts;
O Lord, though we be separated from thee in our bodies, we Are not separated from thee in our hearts;
uh n1, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp po12 n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7916
They are continually with thee, nor shall they be divided from thee.
They Are continually with thee, nor shall they be divided from thee.
pns32 vbr av-j p-acp pno21, ccx vmb pns32 vbi vvn p-acp pno21.
(36) part (DIV2)
1017
Page 273
7917
3. Let us be present with our Saviour in the desires and anhelations of the Spirit;
3. Let us be present with our Saviour in the Desires and anhelations of the Spirit;
crd vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7918
let them be always mounting up where he is;
let them be always mounting up where he is;
vvb pno32 vbi av vvg a-acp c-crq pns31 vbz;
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7919
he is gone, and in the mean time till he come again to us, let us long to go to him.
he is gone, and in the mean time till he come again to us, let us long to go to him.
pns31 vbz vvn, cc p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vvb av p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7920
Oh let us build no Tabernacles on the Tabor of this world, since our Saviour is not here:
O let us built no Tabernacles on the Tabor of this world, since our Saviour is not Here:
uh vvb pno12 vvi dx n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp po12 n1 vbz xx av:
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7921
But let us look upon our selves as banished men, as the Apostle did, knowing that while we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6, and so let us groan earnestly to get to Christ as he did.
But let us look upon our selves as banished men, as the Apostle did, knowing that while we Are At home in the body, we Are absent from the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6, and so let us groan earnestly to get to christ as he did.
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j-vvn n2, c-acp dt n1 vdd, vvg cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd, cc av vvb pno12 vvi av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vdd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7922
Let us be always breathing, gasping, fainting after Jesus Christ, and putting out our heads to see when he will come and receive us to himself, that where he is, there may we be also.
Let us be always breathing, gasping, fainting After jesus christ, and putting out our Heads to see when he will come and receive us to himself, that where he is, there may we be also.
vvb pno12 vbi av vvg, j-vvg, vvg p-acp np1 np1, cc vvg av po12 n2 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno12 pc-acp px31, cst c-crq pns31 vbz, pc-acp vmb pns12 vbi av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7923
And thus far of the first particular suggested in the words, the departure of our Saviour out of this lower world to the immediate presence of his Father;
And thus Far of the First particular suggested in the words, the departure of our Saviour out of this lower world to the immediate presence of his Father;
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord j vvn p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av pp-f d jc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7924
And now I am no more in the world, but I come to thee. And now I am no more in the world, but I come to thee.
cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21.
(36) part (DIV2)
1018
Page 274
7925
The second follows now in order to be handled, and that is, his Disciples stay behind him;
The second follows now in order to be handled, and that is, his Disciples stay behind him;
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc d vbz, po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno31;
(36) part (DIV2)
1019
Page 274
7926
But these are in the world, and are where they are like to be, and where they are to tarry and remain when I am gone.But these Are in the world, and Are where they Are like to be, and where they Are to tarry and remain when I am gone.
p-acp d vbr p-acp dt n1, cc vbr c-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi, cc c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi c-crq pns11 vbm vvn.
(36) part (DIV2)
1019
Page 274
7927
The world in which our Saviour Christs Apostles and Disciples were, and were to stay, must be conceived to be the very same which Christ himself was now about to leave,
The world in which our Saviour Christ Apostles and Disciples were, and were to stay, must be conceived to be the very same which christ himself was now about to leave,
dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 npg1 n2 cc n2 vbdr, cc vbdr pc-acp vvi, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt av d r-crq np1 px31 vbds av a-acp pc-acp vvi,
(36) part (DIV2)
1020
Page 274
7928
and from which he was ready to depart, viz. this lower world beneath heaven;
and from which he was ready to depart, viz. this lower world beneath heaven;
cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi, n1 d jc n1 p-acp n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1020
Page 274
7929
that from which he was to go, in that were his Disciples and Apostles to remain.
that from which he was to go, in that were his Disciples and Apostles to remain.
cst p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi, p-acp cst vbdr po31 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1020
Page 274
7930
And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, the self same world in which I am to be no more.And now I am no more in the world, but these Are in the world, the self same world in which I am to be no more.
cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d vbr p-acp dt n1, dt n1 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi dx av-dc.
(36) part (DIV2)
1020
Page 274
7931
But why is this alleadged by our Saviour to his Father here, that the Apostles and Disciples were to stay in this world? apparently to shew what cause he had to mention them in his Petitions,
But why is this alleged by our Saviour to his Father Here, that the Apostles and Disciples were to stay in this world? apparently to show what cause he had to mention them in his Petitions,
cc-acp q-crq vbz d vvd p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 av, cst dt n2 cc n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1? av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1021
Page 274
7932
and to commend them to the special care and mercy and protection of his Father.
and to commend them to the special care and mercy and protection of his Father.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1021
Page 274
7933
As in the words that are immediately annexed, Holy Father, keep them through thy own Name. q. d.
As in the words that Are immediately annexed, Holy Father, keep them through thy own Name. q. worser.
p-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr av-j vvn, j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1. sy. sy.
(36) part (DIV2)
1021
Page 274
7934
I am even now about to leave them, and to leave them in the world,
I am even now about to leave them, and to leave them in the world,
pns11 vbm av av p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1021
Page 274
7935
and thou knowest what a place the world is, how troublesome, unpleasing, and vexatious it hath continually been to my Disciples;
and thou Knowest what a place the world is, how troublesome, unpleasing, and vexatious it hath continually been to my Disciples;
cc pns21 vv2 r-crq dt n1 dt n1 vbz, c-crq j, j, cc j pn31 vhz av-j vbn p-acp po11 n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1021
Page 274
7936
and therefore I beseech thee, Father, keep them, have a special eye upon them who are to stay behind me in such a place as this is.
and Therefore I beseech thee, Father, keep them, have a special eye upon them who Are to stay behind me in such a place as this is.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21, n1, vvb pno32, vhb dt j n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(36) part (DIV2)
1021
Page 274
7937
So that the point apparently suggested here is this;
So that the point apparently suggested Here is this;
av cst dt n1 av-j vvn av vbz d;
(36) part (DIV2)
1022
Page 274
7938
DOCTRINE. The world hath alwayes been, and is, an evil and uncomfortable place to Christs Disciples.DOCTRINE. The world hath always been, and is, an evil and uncomfortable place to Christ Disciples.
n1. dt n1 vhz av vbn, cc vbz, dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp npg1 n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1022
Page 274
7939
It is a sad and doleful place to live in, and hence our Saviour seeemeth to bewail the case of his Apostles and Disciples in my Text;
It is a sad and doleful place to live in, and hence our Saviour Seemeth to bewail the case of his Apostles and Disciples in my Text;
pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc av po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po11 n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1023
Page 274
7940
These are in the world, saith he, as if he should have added, and that is but an ill place.These Are in the world, Says he, as if he should have added, and that is but an ill place.
d vbr p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cc d vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1023
Page 274
7941
Now that I may the better clear it, and evince it to you, I shall shew in what respects the world is such an evil and uncomfortable place to Christs Disciples.
Now that I may the better clear it, and evince it to you, I shall show in what respects the world is such an evil and uncomfortable place to Christ Disciples.
av cst pns11 vmb dt av-jc vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vvz dt n1 vbz d dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp npg1 n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1024
Page 274
7942
It is in this respect an evil and uncomfortable place to Christs Disciples, that it is a place of suffering:
It is in this respect an evil and uncomfortable place to Christ Disciples, that it is a place of suffering:
pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp npg1 n2, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg:
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7943
In which they are continually to be exposed to many tryals and to many troubles.
In which they Are continually to be exposed to many trials and to many Troubles.
p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7944
Though they be in the world, yet they are not of the world, and therefore they are hated by the world,
Though they be in the world, yet they Are not of the world, and Therefore they Are hated by the world,
cs pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7945
as Jesus Christ himself informeth his Disciples, John 15.19.
as jesus christ himself Informeth his Disciples, John 15.19.
c-acp np1 np1 px31 vvz po31 n2, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7946
If ye were of the world, the world would love its own, but because ye are not of the world, therefore the world hates you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own, but Because you Are not of the world, Therefore the world hates you.
cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 d, cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7947
And hence it comes to pass that it persues them, persecutes them, casts them out, creates them all the trouble and vexation that it can:
And hence it comes to pass that it pursues them, persecutes them, Cast them out, creates them all the trouble and vexation that it can:
cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vvz pno32, vvz pno32, vvz pno32 av, vvz pno32 d dt n1 cc n1 cst pn31 vmb:
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7948
so that they are not like to have a quiet hour almost in this world.
so that they Are not like to have a quiet hour almost in this world.
av cst pns32 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 av p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7949
Besides the evils and afflictions to which they are exposed by the necessity of nature, as man is born to trouble as the sparks fly upwards, Job 5.7. distempers and diseases in their bodies, loss of their estates and friends and earthly comforts and the like, ungodly men come in with their additions.
Beside the evils and afflictions to which they Are exposed by the necessity of nature, as man is born to trouble as the sparks fly upward, Job 5.7. distempers and diseases in their bodies, loss of their estates and Friends and earthly comforts and the like, ungodly men come in with their additions.
p-acp dt n2-jn cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 vvb av-j, n1 crd. n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 cc j n2 cc dt j, j n2 vvb p-acp p-acp po32 n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7950
The Church of Christ while she is here, is ill-seated, she grows in an ill place,
The Church of christ while she is Here, is ill-seated, she grows in an ill place,
dt n1 pp-f np1 cs pns31 vbz av, vbz j, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7951
as he himself affirmeth of her, 2 Cant. 2. as the Lilly among thorns, so is my Love among the daughters.
as he himself Affirmeth of her, 2 Cant 2. as the Lily among thorns, so is my Love among the daughters.
c-acp pns31 px31 vvz pp-f pno31, crd np1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, av vbz po11 n1 p-acp dt n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7952
She is environed and begirt with them, so that she is annoyed and hurt and pierct on every side.
She is environed and begirt with them, so that she is annoyed and hurt and pierct on every side.
pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, av cst pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7953
She cannot stir but one or other of her thorny neighbours hath her by the sleeve.
She cannot stir but one or other of her thorny neighbours hath her by the sleeve.
pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp crd cc n-jn pp-f po31 j n2 vhz po31 p-acp dt n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7954
She dwels in Mesech while she dwells in this world, and hath her habitation in the Tents of Kedar, in the midst of wicked men,
She dwells in Mesech while she dwells in this world, and hath her habitation in the Tents of Kedar, in the midst of wicked men,
pns31 vvz p-acp vvb cs pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, cc vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7955
so that she is beleaguered as it were and hem'd about with those that hate her, and desire her ruine.
so that she is beleaguered as it were and hemmed about with those that hate her, and desire her ruin.
av cst pns31 vbz vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr cc vvn a-acp p-acp d cst vvb pno31, cc vvi po31 n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7956
This is the state and the condition of the Saints while they are here, they are continually vexed and troubled:
This is the state and the condition of the Saints while they Are Here, they Are continually vexed and troubled:
d vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cs pns32 vbr av, pns32 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn:
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7957
So that no marvel though our Saviour tells his own Apostles, In the world you shall have tribulation. Iohn 16.33. That is your portion, as long as you remain here.
So that no marvel though our Saviour tells his own Apostles, In the world you shall have tribulation. John 16.33. That is your portion, as long as you remain Here.
av cst dx n1 cs po12 n1 vvz po31 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1. np1 crd. cst vbz po22 n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vvb av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1025
Page 275
7958
The world hath alwayes been an evil and uncomfortable place to Christs Disciples, in this respect, that it is a place of sinning.
The world hath always been an evil and uncomfortable place to Christ Disciples, in this respect, that it is a place of sinning.
dt n1 vhz av vbn dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7959
Indeed, my brethren, they are troubled with the sins of other men, their righteous souls are vexed with their filthy conversations.
Indeed, my brothers, they Are troubled with the Sins of other men, their righteous Souls Are vexed with their filthy conversations.
np1, po11 n2, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, po32 j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7960
Rivers of waters run down their eyes because men keep not Gods Law.
rivers of waters run down their eyes Because men keep not God's Law.
ng1 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp po32 n2 c-acp n2 vvb xx npg1 n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7961
But they are chiefly troubled with their own sins, from which they are not to be wholly freed,
But they Are chiefly troubled with their own Sins, from which they Are not to be wholly freed,
p-acp pns32 vbr av-jn vvn p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn,
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7962
while they remain in this world;
while they remain in this world;
cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7963
As long as they continue here, they are perpetually in Sathans danger, who is the Prince of this world,
As long as they continue Here, they Are perpetually in Satan's danger, who is the Prince of this world,
c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb av, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7964
and whose authority and power is confined to this life.
and whose Authority and power is confined to this life.
cc rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7965
There will never be an absolute and perfect cure of sin in any of the Saints, till this corruption have put on incorruption:
There will never be an absolute and perfect cure of since in any of the Saints, till this corruption have put on incorruption:
pc-acp vmb av-x vbi dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2, c-acp d n1 vhb vvn p-acp n1:
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7966
And hence perhaps the corruptions of our natures are stiled worldly lusts, Tit. 2.12. And our members that are upon the earth, Col. 3.5.
And hence perhaps the corruptions of our nature's Are styled worldly Lustiest, Tit. 2.12. And our members that Are upon the earth, Col. 3.5.
cc av av dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr vvn j n2, np1 crd. cc po12 n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
8533
There are some things in which they are too much alike to agree among themselves.
There Are Some things in which they Are too much alike to agree among themselves.
pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av av-d av pc-acp vvi p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
7967
because we cannot possibly be rid of them, while we are here upon the earth, and while we live in this world.
Because we cannot possibly be rid of them, while we Are Here upon the earth, and while we live in this world.
c-acp pns12 vmbx av-j vbi vvn pp-f pno32, cs pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1, cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7968
The Apostle Paul compares himself and others of the Saints, to earthen Vessels, 2 Cor. 4.7.
The Apostle Paul compares himself and Others of the Saints, to earthen Vessels, 2 Cor. 4.7.
dt n1 np1 vvz px31 cc n2-jn pp-f dt n2, p-acp j n2, crd np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7969
And earthen vessels when they were legally defiled, could not be made clean again, till they were broken all in pieces,
And earthen vessels when they were legally defiled, could not be made clean again, till they were broken all in Pieces,
cc j n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr av-j vvn, vmd xx vbi vvn av-j av, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn d p-acp n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7970
as you may see Lev. 11.33.
as you may see Lev. 11.33.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7971
So we, my brethen, are not to be fully cleansed, till we be shivered all in pieces.
So we, my brethren, Are not to be Fully cleansed, till we be shivered all in Pieces.
av pns12, po11 n2, vbr xx pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, c-acp pns12 vbb vvn d p-acp n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7972
We are not to be wholly rescued from the bondage to corruption, till death translate is to another world.
We Are not to be wholly rescued from the bondage to corruption, till death translate is to Another world.
pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp n1 vvb vbz p-acp j-jn n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7973
And then he that is dead, saith the Apostle, is free from sin, Rom. 6.7.
And then he that is dead, Says the Apostle, is free from since, Rom. 6.7.
cc av pns31 cst vbz j, vvz dt n1, vbz j p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 275
7974
So that no marvel though the world be a place of such disquiet and discomfort to the Saints;
So that no marvel though the world be a place of such disquiet and discomfort to the Saints;
av cst dx n1 cs dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 276
7975
For how can they be fully comfortable here, while they are alwayes sinning against God.
For how can they be Fully comfortable Here, while they Are always sinning against God.
c-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vbb av-j j av, cs pns32 vbr av vvg p-acp np1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 276
7976
He that hath entred into rest indeed hath ceased from his own works, as the Apostle speaks, Heb. 4.10.He that hath entered into rest indeed hath ceased from his own works, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 4.10.
pns31 cst vhz vvn p-acp n1 av vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 276
7977
Till then he cannot wholly cease from those that are most properly his own works,
Till then he cannot wholly cease from those that Are most properly his own works,
p-acp cs pns31 vmbx av-jn vvi p-acp d cst vbr av-ds av-j po31 d n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 276
7978
but is in danger of offending God and falling into sin continually, and so can have no rest here.
but is in danger of offending God and falling into since continually, and so can have no rest Here.
cc-acp vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg np1 cc vvg p-acp n1 av-j, cc av vmb vhi dx n1 av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1026
Page 276
7979
Nay, my beloved, no man knows how far the Lord may suffer him to fall in this world.
Nay, my Beloved, no man knows how Far the Lord may suffer him to fallen in this world.
uh, po11 j-vvn, dx n1 vvz c-crq av-j dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7980
Though it be a certain truth that they that are elect, can never wholly fall away from God,
Though it be a certain truth that they that Are elect, can never wholly fallen away from God,
cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 cst pns32 cst vbr j, vmb av-x av-jn vvi av p-acp np1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7981
yet they may sin exceedingly, to the dishonour of the Lord, the scandal of their brethren,
yet they may sin exceedingly, to the dishonour of the Lord, the scandal of their brothers,
av pns32 vmb vvi av-vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7982
and the irreparable wounding of their name, while they have a day to live.
and the irreparable wounding of their name, while they have a day to live.
cc dt j n-vvg pp-f po32 n1, cs pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7983
And this they are in danger of, I mean of falling fearfully, so long as they remain here.
And this they Are in danger of, I mean of falling fearfully, so long as they remain Here.
cc d pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f, pns11 vvb pp-f vvg av-j, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7984
What deadly falls have many of Gods worthies taken in their latter times! It is observable that Davids first wayes are commended 2 Chron. 17.3. By which the Holy Ghost insinuates that his last wayes were not answerable to them.
What deadly falls have many of God's worthies taken in their latter times! It is observable that Davids First ways Are commended 2 Chronicles 17.3. By which the Holy Ghost insinuates that his last ways were not answerable to them.
q-crq j n2 vhb d pp-f npg1 n2-jn vvn p-acp po32 d n2! pn31 vbz j cst npg1 ord n2 vbr vvn crd np1 crd. p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vvz cst po31 ord n2 vbdr xx j p-acp pno32.
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7985
He (speaking of Jehosaphat) walked in the first wayes of his Father David. Indeed the latter wayes of David were blemished with extremity of sin and scandal.He (speaking of Jehoshaphat) walked in the First ways of his Father David. Indeed the latter ways of David were blemished with extremity of since and scandal.
pns31 (vvg pp-f np1) vvd p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f po31 n1 np1. av dt d n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7986
The like is also noted of Solomon, 1 King. 11.9. And Asa, 2 Chron. 16.10. And Jehosaphat, 2 Chron. 20.35.
The like is also noted of Solomon, 1 King. 11.9. And Asa, 2 Chronicles 16.10. And Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20.35.
dt j vbz av vvn pp-f np1, crd n1. crd. np1 np1, crd np1 crd. np1 np1, crd np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7987
And how then can the world but but be a doleful and uncomfortable place to Christs Disciples, where they are in such hazard? How can they but complain as Rebecca sometimes did,
And how then can the world but but be a doleful and uncomfortable place to Christ Disciples, where they Are in such hazard? How can they but complain as Rebecca sometime did,
cc q-crq av vmb dt n1 cc-acp p-acp vbi dt j cc j n1 p-acp npg1 n2, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp d n1? q-crq vmb pns32 cc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av vdd,
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7988
though in another case, If I must still be troubled with my lusts, and my corruptions,
though in Another case, If I must still be troubled with my Lustiest, and my corruptions,
cs p-acp j-jn n1, cs pns11 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp po11 n2, cc po11 n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7989
if I must still be over-ruled by them thus, what good will continuance in the world do me?
if I must still be overruled by them thus, what good will Continuance in the world do me?
cs pns11 vmb av vbi j p-acp pno32 av, r-crq j vmb n1 p-acp dt n1 vdb pno11?
(36) part (DIV2)
1027
Page 276
7990
The world hath alwayes been and is an evil, &c. in this respect, that it is a place of banishment from Jesus Christ, from him in whom their very souls delight.
The world hath always been and is an evil, etc. in this respect, that it is a place of banishment from jesus christ, from him in whom their very Souls delight.
dt n1 vhz av vbn cc vbz dt n-jn, av p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq po32 j n2 vvb.
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7991
This makes it sad and grievous to them, that they have not Christ with them.
This makes it sad and grievous to them, that they have not christ with them.
np1 vvz pn31 j cc j p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vhb xx np1 p-acp pno32.
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7992
And this is that at which our Saviour aimeth in my text, I am no more in this world,
And this is that At which our Saviour aimeth in my text, I am no more in this world,
cc d vbz d p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp d n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7993
but these are in the world. There is the dolefulness of their condition, that they are to continue here without me.but these Are in the world. There is the dolefulness of their condition, that they Are to continue Here without me.
cc-acp d vbr p-acp dt n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno11.
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7994
Indeed we are debarred of the immediate presence of the Lord, while we remain in this world.
Indeed we Are debarred of the immediate presence of the Lord, while we remain in this world.
np1 pns12 vbr vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7995
And therefore it is said expresly, 2 Cor. 5.6. That whilest we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord.
And Therefore it is said expressly, 2 Cor. 5.6. That whilst we Are At home in the body, we Are absent from the Lord.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, crd np1 crd. cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7996
And is not this a grievous thing to be kept from the enjoyment of such a one as Christ is? Especially to him that knows him,
And is not this a grievous thing to be kept from the enjoyment of such a one as christ is? Especially to him that knows him,
cc vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt pi p-acp np1 vbz? av-j p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7997
and is well acquainted with him, and hath tasted of his sweetness? can you blame him if he be weary of the world,
and is well acquainted with him, and hath tasted of his sweetness? can you blame him if he be weary of the world,
cc vbz av vvn p-acp pno31, cc vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1? vmb pn22 vvi pno31 cs pns31 vbb j pp-f dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7998
and if it be a trouble to him to continue here? if be be willing to be absent from the body, that so he may be present with the Lord? What holy heart can choose but find a weariness in that place (let it be otherwise as pleasant as it will) which keeps Christ and him asunder,
and if it be a trouble to him to continue Here? if be be willing to be absent from the body, that so he may be present with the Lord? What holy heart can choose but find a weariness in that place (let it be otherwise as pleasant as it will) which keeps christ and him asunder,
cc cs pn31 vbb dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av? cs vbb vbi j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, cst av pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1? q-crq j n1 vmb vvi cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 (vvb pn31 vbi av p-acp j c-acp pn31 vmb) r-crq vvz np1 cc pno31 av,
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
7999
and hinders him from the compleat fruition of his blessed Saviour? Who would not gladly leave a place in which as long as he continues Christ and he must be asunder?
and hinders him from the complete fruition of his blessed Saviour? Who would not gladly leave a place in which as long as he continues christ and he must be asunder?
cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1? q-crq vmd xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz np1 cc pns31 vmb vbi av?
(36) part (DIV2)
1028
Page 276
8000
Now is it so, my brethren, that the world hath alwayes been and is an evil, &c. Then let it be a Caveat to us, not to cast (as we are very apt to do) on too much joy and comfort here.
Now is it so, my brothers, that the world hath always been and is an evil, etc. Then let it be a Caveat to us, not to cast (as we Are very apt to do) on too much joy and Comfort Here.
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst dt n1 vhz av vbn cc vbz dt n-jn, av av vvb pn31 vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12, xx pc-acp vvi (c-acp pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vdi) p-acp av d n1 cc vvi av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 276
8001
Our manner is when things look a little well, and when we have some present quiet and content, to promise great and extraodinary matters to our selves;
Our manner is when things look a little well, and when we have Some present quiet and content, to promise great and extraordinary matters to our selves;
po12 n1 vbz c-crq n2 vvb dt j av, cc c-crq pns12 vhb d j j-jn cc j, pc-acp vvi j cc j n2 p-acp po12 n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8002
To sing a requiem to our souls, with the rich man in the Gospel, take thine ease, eat, drink and be merry.
To sing a requiem to our Souls, with the rich man in the Gospel, take thine ease, eat, drink and be merry.
pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb po21 n1, vvb, vvb cc vbi j.
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8003
Its true, the men of this world may have some content and quietness and satisfaction here.
Its true, the men of this world may have Some content and quietness and satisfaction Here.
pn31|vbz j, dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vhi d n1 cc n1 cc n1 av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8004
They have their portion here, and they receive their good things here. But as for Christs Disciples, they must look for no such matter;
They have their portion Here, and they receive their good things Here. But as for Christ Disciples, they must look for no such matter;
pns32 vhb po32 n1 av, cc pns32 vvb po32 j n2 av. cc-acp c-acp p-acp npg1 n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dx d n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8005
And therefore he forewarns them when he is about to leave them what they are like to meet with in this world, persecutions, tribulations and afflictions, all the injury,
And Therefore he forewarns them when he is about to leave them what they Are like to meet with in this world, persecutions, tribulations and afflictions, all the injury,
cc av pns31 vvz pno32 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, n2, n2 cc n2, d dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8006
and wrong, and malice, and despight, and evil usage that the world can pour upon them.
and wrong, and malice, and despite, and evil usage that the world can pour upon them.
cc n-jn, cc n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8007
There remaineth a rest to the people of God, Heb. 4.9. their rest remaineth for them, it is not to be had in this world.There remains a rest to the people of God, Hebrew 4.9. their rest remains for them, it is not to be had in this world.
a-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. po32 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1029
Page 277
8008
And therefore it shall be their wisdom to provide for trouble, and not to look the world should be a better place to them,
And Therefore it shall be their Wisdom to provide for trouble, and not to look the world should be a better place to them,
cc av pn31 vmb vbi po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 vmd vbi dt jc n1 p-acp pno32,
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8009
then it hath been to Christs Disciples that have gone before them.
then it hath been to Christ Disciples that have gone before them.
cs pn31 vhz vbn p-acp npg1 n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno32.
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8010
Oh my beloved, do not deceive your selves in this particular, do not conceive the world will ever yield you any great content or quietness, or satisfaction;
O my Beloved, do not deceive your selves in this particular, do not conceive the world will ever yield you any great content or quietness, or satisfaction;
uh po11 j-vvn, vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp d j, vdb xx vvi dt n1 vmb av vvi pn22 d j n1 cc n1, cc n1;
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8011
for this is that which makes affliction bitter when it comes.
for this is that which makes affliction bitter when it comes.
p-acp d vbz d r-crq vvz n1 j c-crq pn31 vvz.
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8012
But when you live at greatest ease, when you enjoy the greatest calm, when all things look as if you were confirmed and setled in a prosperous state,
But when you live At greatest ease, when you enjoy the greatest Cam, when all things look as if you were confirmed and settled in a prosperous state,
p-acp c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp js n1, c-crq pn22 vvb dt js n-jn, c-crq d n2 vvb c-acp cs pn22 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8013
as if your Mountain should not be removed, be sure that you provide your selves for worse times, that so afflictions may not find you unprepared when they come.
as if your Mountain should not be removed, be sure that you provide your selves for Worse times, that so afflictions may not find you unprepared when they come.
c-acp cs po22 n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, vbb j cst pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp jc n2, cst av n2 vmb xx vvi pn22 j c-crq pns32 vvb.
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8014
How often shall you hear it from the mouths of many, when any heavy cross is come upon them,
How often shall you hear it from the mouths of many, when any heavy cross is come upon them,
uh-crq av vmb pn22 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32,
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8015
Alas they never dreamt of this, they never looked to see this dolefull and unhappy day! the weaker and unwiser they.
Alas they never dreamed of this, they never looked to see this doleful and unhappy day! the Weaker and unwiser they.
uh pns32 av-x vvd pp-f d, pns32 av-x vvd pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1! dt jc cc jc pns32.
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8016
Did they not know that they are here abiding in a vale of tears, and that the world hath alwayes been an evil and uncomfortable place? And why should they expect it should be better to them then it hath been to others of the Saints, who have perhaps exceeded them in holiness and grace? And therefore in the midst of comfort and prosperity, let us be wisely casting on the day of trouble and distress.
Did they not know that they Are Here abiding in a vale of tears, and that the world hath always been an evil and uncomfortable place? And why should they expect it should be better to them then it hath been to Others of the Saints, who have perhaps exceeded them in holiness and grace? And Therefore in the midst of Comfort and Prosperity, let us be wisely casting on the day of trouble and distress.
vdd pns32 xx vvi cst pns32 vbr av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc cst dt n1 vhz av vbn dt j-jn cc j n1? cc q-crq vmd pns32 vvi pn31 vmd vbi jc p-acp pno32 cs pn31 vhz vbn p-acp n2-jn pp-f dt n2, r-crq vhb av vvn pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1? cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vbi av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8017
Let us not reckon upon much felicity and sweetness here, for certainly it is not to be had in this world.
Let us not reckon upon much felicity and sweetness Here, for Certainly it is not to be had in this world.
vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 av, c-acp av-j pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1030
Page 277
8018
Is it so that the world hath alwayes been and is an evil, &c. why then if we find it so, let it not seem strange to us.
Is it so that the world hath always been and is an evil, etc. why then if we find it so, let it not seem strange to us.
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 vhz av vbn cc vbz dt n-jn, av q-crq av cs pns12 vvb pn31 av, vvb pn31 xx vvi j p-acp pno12.
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8019
Let us not look upon it as a thing to be admired or wondred at, if we meet with nothing else but tribulation and affliction, and vexations in the world,
Let us not look upon it as a thing to be admired or wondered At, if we meet with nothing Else but tribulation and affliction, and vexations in the world,
vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8020
if we have very little quiet or content here.
if we have very little quiet or content Here.
cs pns12 vhb av j j-jn cc vvi av.
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8021
Let not the members of the Church think much of it, if they be alwayes troubled and distressed,
Let not the members of the Church think much of it, if they be always troubled and distressed,
vvb xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb d pp-f pn31, cs pns32 vbb av vvn cc j-vvn,
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8022
if they be alwayes followed and pursued with one affliction or another, so that they cannot have a comfortable hour almost;
if they be always followed and pursued with one affliction or Another, so that they cannot have a comfortable hour almost;
cs pns32 vbb av vvn cc vvn p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn, av cst pns32 vmbx vhi dt j n1 av;
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8023
but let them look upon it as an usual thing. The world hath alwayes been such an uncomfortable place to Christs Disciples;
but let them look upon it as an usual thing. The world hath always been such an uncomfortable place to Christ Disciples;
cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 vhz av vbn d dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8024
And therefore let them seriously consider, that they could expect no other living in such a place as they do;
And Therefore let them seriously Consider, that they could expect no other living in such a place as they do;
cc av vvb pno32 av-j vvi, cst pns32 vmd vvi dx n-jn vvg p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vdb;
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8025
but this I do but glance at in my passage by.
but this I do but glance At in my passage by.
cc-acp d pns11 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po11 n1 p-acp.
(36) part (DIV2)
1031
Page 277
8026
Is it so that the world hath alwayes, &c. why then should Christs Disciples be so much in love with this world? and why should any of them be so desirous to continue in it as they are? It is the case of many that do indeed belong to Jesus Christ, they have a great unwillingness to leave the world.
Is it so that the world hath always, etc. why then should Christ Disciples be so much in love with this world? and why should any of them be so desirous to continue in it as they Are? It is the case of many that do indeed belong to jesus christ, they have a great unwillingness to leave the world.
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 vhz av, av q-crq av vmd npg1 n2 vbb av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp d n1? cc q-crq vmd d pp-f pno32 vbi av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pns32 vbr? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vdb av vvi p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8027
O what a cutting thing it is to many of them to think of comming forth out of their earthly tabernacles!
O what a cutting thing it is to many of them to think of coming forth out of their earthly Tabernacles!
sy r-crq dt j-vvg n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp d pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg av av pp-f po32 j n2!
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8028
it is a burthen to them that they cannot bear.
it is a burden to them that they cannot bear.
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vmbx vvi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8029
They say with Peter, it is good to be here, though their Saviour be not here,
They say with Peter, it is good to be Here, though their Saviour be not Here,
pns32 vvb p-acp np1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi av, cs po32 n1 vbb xx av,
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8030
whereas they should say with Paul, It is better to be dissolved and to be with Christ.
whereas they should say with Paul, It is better to be dissolved and to be with christ.
cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8031
Though Christ himself make mention of it as a sad and dolefull thing, that his Disciples were to stay in this world, they look upon it as a dolefull thing that they are to remove from it.
Though christ himself make mention of it as a sad and doleful thing, that his Disciples were to stay in this world, they look upon it as a doleful thing that they Are to remove from it.
cs np1 px31 vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst po31 n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cst pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8032
And this it seems was Hazekias case, when he heard that he must dye, he turned to the wall and wept sore,
And this it seems was Hazekias case, when he herd that he must die, he turned to the wall and wept soar,
cc d pn31 vvz vbds np1 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd cst pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc vvd av-j,
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8033
yea he chattered like a Swallow, and mourned like a Dove. Our Saviour Christ forewarning Peter of his death, Iohn 21.18. tells him, he should be carried where he would not. yea he chattered like a Swallow, and mourned like a Dove. Our Saviour christ forewarning Peter of his death, John 21.18. tells him, he should be carried where he would not.
uh pns31 vvd av-j dt n1, cc vvd av-j dt n1. po12 n1 np1 j-vvg np1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. vvz pno31, pns31 vmd vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vmd xx.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8034
By which it is apparent, that even in the blessed Martyrs there may be a lothness to depart out of these earthly Tabernacles.
By which it is apparent, that even in the blessed Martyrs there may be a loathness to depart out of these earthly Tabernacles.
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst av p-acp dt j-vvn n2 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f d j n2.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8035
Though the righteous soul of Lot were vexed every day, as long as he remained in Sodom, yet Oh how did he linger when the Lord would take him thence! Gen. 19.16.
Though the righteous soul of Lot were vexed every day, as long as he remained in Sodom, yet O how did he linger when the Lord would take him thence! Gen. 19.16.
cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn d n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, av uh q-crq vdd pns31 vvi c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 av! np1 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8036
Even so the Saints of God, though while they live in the Sodom of this world, they have a sorry habitation, being continually vexed with the sins and with the persecutions of ungodly men;
Even so the Saints of God, though while they live in the Sodom of this world, they have a sorry habitation, being continually vexed with the Sins and with the persecutions of ungodly men;
np1 av dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt np1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vhb dt j n1, vbg av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2;
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8037
yet are they not so unwilling to depart and leave the world as they have cause to be.
yet Are they not so unwilling to depart and leave the world as they have cause to be.
av vbr pns32 xx av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 c-acp pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8038
When Cyrus made a Proclamation to the Jews, that whosoever was disposed might return out of the Land of his Captivity, it is observed notwithstanding that none were willing to go out but those whose Spirits God had raised up to go.
When Cyrus made a Proclamation to the jews, that whosoever was disposed might return out of the Land of his Captivity, it is observed notwithstanding that none were willing to go out but those whose Spirits God had raised up to go.
c-crq npg1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt np2, cst r-crq vbds vvn vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn a-acp cst pix vbdr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp d rg-crq n2 np1 vhd vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8039
So though this world be nothing but a Babylon to us, the Land of our Captivity,
So though this world be nothing but a Babylon to us, the Land of our Captivity,
av cs d n1 vbi pix p-acp dt np1 p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8040
an evil and a• uncomfortable place, yet till the Lord raise up our Spirits by his grace, we are loth to part with it,
an evil and a• uncomfortable place, yet till the Lord raise up our Spirits by his grace, we Are loath to part with it,
dt j-jn cc n1 j n1, av c-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8041
but are desirous rather still to serve in this bondage. Now I beseech you my beloved, you that have senses exercised, look about you;
but Are desirous rather still to serve in this bondage. Now I beseech you my Beloved, you that have Senses exercised, look about you;
cc-acp vbr j av av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, pn22 cst vhb n2 vvn, vvb p-acp pn22;
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8042
What do you see in this world, why you should be loth to leave it? There is great reason why you should be weary of it,
What do you see in this world, why you should be loath to leave it? There is great reason why you should be weary of it,
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d n1, c-crq pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31? pc-acp vbz j n1 c-crq pn22 vmd vbi j pp-f pn31,
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8043
why you should look upon it as a sad thing that you must yet continue in a place where you must alwayes sin and suffer;
why you should look upon it as a sad thing that you must yet continue in a place where you must always sin and suffer;
c-crq pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cst pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn22 vmb av vvi cc vvi;
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8044
there is no avoiding of it.
there is no avoiding of it.
pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f pn31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8045
But there is no such reason why you should be so unwilling to depart out of it.
But there is no such reason why you should be so unwilling to depart out of it.
p-acp pc-acp vbz dx d n1 c-crq pn22 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi av pp-f pn31.
(36) part (DIV2)
1032
Page 278
8046
And therefore on the last place let this perswade you, as many of you as are Christs Disciples, to be alwayes ready to be translated and removed out of this place, which is so evil and uncomfortable to you.
And Therefore on the last place let this persuade you, as many of you as Are Christ Disciples, to be always ready to be translated and removed out of this place, which is so evil and uncomfortable to you.
cc av p-acp dt ord n1 vvb d vvi pn22, c-acp d pp-f pn22 c-acp vbr npg1 n2, pc-acp vbi av j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn av pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz av j-jn cc j p-acp pn22.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 278
8047
Indeed you must not wish and long for a departure out of passion and impatience, add in a peremptory way,
Indeed you must not wish and long for a departure out of passion and impatience, add in a peremptory Way,
np1 pn22 vmb xx vvi cc av-j p-acp dt n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp dt j n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 278
8048
as being now no longer able to endure the evils and perplexities that are upon you;
as being now no longer able to endure the evils and perplexities that Are upon you;
c-acp vbg av av-dx av-jc j pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn cc n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22;
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 278
8049
as thus it seems Eliah did when he fled from Jezabel, 1 Kings 19.4.
as thus it seems Elijah did when he fled from Jezebel, 1 Kings 19.4.
c-acp av pn31 vvz np1 vdd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, crd n2 crd.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 278
8050
And thus it is extremely probable that Moses did, when he conceived his burthen was too heavy for him, Num. 1•. 10, 15. For it is said he was displeased, and in that angry fit he said to God, Wherefore ••st thou afflicted me? I am not able to hear all this alone.
And thus it is extremely probable that Moses did, when he conceived his burden was too heavy for him, Num. 1•. 10, 15. For it is said he was displeased, and in that angry fit he said to God, Wherefore ••st thou afflicted me? I am not able to hear all this alone.
cc av pn31 vbz av-jn j cst np1 vdd, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 vbds av j c-acp pno31, np1 n1. crd, crd p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pns31 vbds vvn, cc p-acp d j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq vd2 pns21 vvn pno11? pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi d d j.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 278
8051
And if thou deal thus with me, kill me I pray thee out of hand; and do not 〈 ◊ 〉 for my wretchedness. And if thou deal thus with me, kill me I pray thee out of hand; and do not 〈 ◊ 〉 for my wretchedness.
cc cs pns21 vvb av p-acp pno11, vvb pno11 pns11 vvb pno21 av pp-f n1; cc vdb xx 〈 sy 〉 c-acp po11 n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 278
8052
And this is apparent Jonah did, who being crost in a punctilio in a point of honour, out of a p••tish, fo••sh, childish humour, will go dye forsooth, God must take away his life.
And this is apparent Jonah did, who being crossed in a punctilio in a point of honour, out of a p••tish, fo••sh, childish humour, will go die forsooth, God must take away his life.
cc d vbz j np1 vdd, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt fw-la p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f dt j, j, j n1, vmb vvi vvi uh, np1 vmb vvi av po31 n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8053
But if you do it out of reason, and with submission to the will of God, that if he please to take you from a place that is so sad and so uncomfortable to you, by reason of your dayly troubles,
But if you do it out of reason, and with submission to the will of God, that if he please to take you from a place that is so sad and so uncomfortable to you, by reason of your daily Troubles,
p-acp cs pn22 vdb pn31 av pp-f n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av j cc av j-u p-acp pn22, p-acp n1 pp-f po22 j n2,
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8054
but especially and chiefly by reason of your sins against him, you shall look upon it as a mercy, this is not to be condemned.
but especially and chiefly by reason of your Sins against him, you shall look upon it as a mercy, this is not to be condemned.
cc-acp av-j cc av-jn p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, d vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8055
When Joseph was in prison, though he wanted nothing there, yet see how earnest and importunate he was with Pharaohs Butler to help him to his liberty, Gen. 40.14. Think on me when it shall be well with thee, and shew me kindness, and help me out of this house.
When Joseph was in prison, though he wanted nothing there, yet see how earnest and importunate he was with Pharaohs Butler to help him to his liberty, Gen. 40.14. Think on me when it shall be well with thee, and show me kindness, and help me out of this house.
c-crq np1 vbds p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvd pix a-acp, av vvb c-crq j cc j pns31 vbds p-acp np1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. vvb p-acp pno11 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno21, cc vvb pno11 n1, cc vvb pno11 av pp-f d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8056
Brethren, our heaven-born souls are but imprisoned in these earthly Tabernacles; we have the manacles and fetters of our lusts about us.
Brothers, our Heavenborn Souls Are but imprisoned in these earthly Tabernacles; we have the manacles and fetters of our Lustiest about us.
n2, po12 j n2 vbr p-acp vvn p-acp d j n2; pns12 vhb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno12.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8057
We cannot walk abroad with liberty and freedom, and enlargement, &c. Oh let us cry to Jesus Christ to shew us kindness,
We cannot walk abroad with liberty and freedom, and enlargement, etc. O let us cry to jesus christ to show us kindness,
pns12 vmbx vvi av p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1, av uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 n1,
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8058
and help us out of this house.
and help us out of this house.
cc vvb pno12 av pp-f d n1.
(36) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8077
Indeed he prays for holiness for his Apostles and Disciples afterwards, and therefore it was congruous he should seek it of his Father under the notion of a holy God, who is holy in himself,
Indeed he prays for holiness for his Apostles and Disciples afterwards, and Therefore it was congruous he should seek it of his Father under the notion of a holy God, who is holy in himself,
av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 av, cc av pn31 vbds j pns31 vmd vvi pn31 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vbz j p-acp px31,
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8059
JOHN 17.11. Holy Father, keep through thine own Name, &c. AND thus of the transition to our Saviours supplication in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, consisting of a heap of grand considerations that induced him to become a suitor for them to his Father.JOHN 17.11. Holy Father, keep through thine own Name, etc. AND thus of the transition to our Saviors supplication in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, consisting of a heap of grand considerations that induced him to become a suitor for them to his Father.
np1 crd. j n1, vvb p-acp po21 d n1, av cc av pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 cst vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1033
Page 279
8060
Proceed we now to enter on the prayer which he makes for them. And here I shall take notice only of these two things;
Proceed we now to enter on the prayer which he makes for them. And Here I shall take notice only of these two things;
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. cc av pns11 vmb vvi n1 av-j pp-f d crd n2;
(37) part (DIV2)
1036
Page 279
8061
The object of it, and the parts of it.
The Object of it, and the parts of it.
dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1036
Page 279
8062
The object of it, or the person whom he presents it to, is mentioned by his title, and his attribute.
The Object of it, or the person whom he presents it to, is mentioned by his title, and his attribute.
dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp, vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8063
His title here, you see, is Father, and his attribute is holy. Holy Father; The sweetest title, and the choicest attribute.
His title Here, you see, is Father, and his attribute is holy. Holy Father; The Sweetest title, and the Choicest attribute.
po31 n1 av, pn22 vvb, vbz n1, cc po31 n1 vbz j. j n1; dt js n1, cc dt js n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8064
As for the first of these, the title that begins the object of his supplication here, is Father. So he stiles him in the entrance of his Prayer,
As for the First of these, the title that begins the Object of his supplication Here, is Father. So he stile him in the Entrance of his Prayer,
p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av, vbz n1. av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8065
and the same phrase he uses all along, as you shall see if you survey it, from the beginning to the end.
and the same phrase he uses all along, as you shall see if you survey it, from the beginning to the end.
cc dt d n1 pns31 vvz d a-acp, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb pn31, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8066
Indeed he gives him once the attribute of holy, as you have it in my Text and once the attribute of righteous Father, at the 25. verse.
Indeed he gives him once the attribute of holy, as you have it in my Text and once the attribute of righteous Father, At the 25. verse.
av pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp dt n1 pp-f j, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1 cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt crd n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8067
But this is still the appellation that he uses, and from whence he never varies.
But this is still the appellation that he uses, and from whence he never Varies.
p-acp d vbz av dt n1 cst pns31 vvz, cc p-acp c-crq pns31 av-x vvz.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8068
If he call him any thing, he calls him Father; And in this notion he Considers him while he is putting up his prayer to him.
If he call him any thing, he calls him Father; And in this notion he Considers him while he is putting up his prayer to him.
cs pns31 vvb pno31 d n1, pns31 vvz pno31 n1; cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pno31 cs pns31 vbz vvg a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8069
And therefore this you see, my Brethren, is the first word that he uses when he sets himself to pray.
And Therefore this you see, my Brothers, is the First word that he uses when he sets himself to pray.
cc av d pn22 vvb, po11 n2, vbz dt ord n1 cst pns31 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8070
Thus he begins his prayer for himself in the first verse of the Chapter, Father, glorifie thy Son:
Thus he begins his prayer for himself in the First verse of the Chapter, Father, Glorify thy Son:
av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp px31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, vvi po21 n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8071
And thus also he begins his prayer in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples in my Text, Father, keep them through thy own Name:
And thus also he begins his prayer in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples in my Text, Father, keep them through thy own Name:
cc av av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po11 n1, n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8072
So that you see our Saviour looks upon him as a Father still, when he is pouring out his prayer to him, either for himself, or others.
So that you see our Saviour looks upon him as a Father still, when he is pouring out his prayer to him, either for himself, or Others.
av cst pn22 vvb po12 n1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 av, c-crq pns31 vbz vvg av po31 n1 p-acp pno31, av-d p-acp px31, cc n2-jn.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8073
And this would yeild us matter of very good consideration, but that it hath been very largely handled heretofore.
And this would yield us matter of very good consideration, but that it hath been very largely handled heretofore.
cc d vmd vvi pno12 n1 pp-f av j n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vhz vbn av av-j vvn av.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8074
And therefore I shall pass on from the title Father, unto the attribute our Saviour gives him here, and that is holy.
And Therefore I shall pass on from the title Father, unto the attribute our Saviour gives him Here, and that is holy.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vvz pno31 av, cc d vbz j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1037
Page 279
8075
But wherefore doth our Saviour mention this rather then any other attribute of God, on this occasion why might he not have said aswell Almighty,
But Wherefore does our Saviour mention this rather then any other attribute of God, on this occasion why might he not have said aswell Almighty,
cc-acp q-crq vdz po12 n1 vvi d av-c av d j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 q-crq vmd pns31 xx vhi vvn av j-jn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8076
or Eternal, or Merciful, or Gratious Father? the special reason why he chooses this Expression (as far as I conceive) cannot be clearly and undoubtedly resolved.
or Eternal, or Merciful, or Gracious Father? the special reason why he chooses this Expression (as Far as I conceive) cannot be clearly and undoubtedly resolved.
cc j, cc j, cc j n1? dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 (c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb) vmbx vbi av-j cc av-j vvn.
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8078
and who is also the hallower and sanctifier of his people.
and who is also the hallower and sanctifier of his people.
cc r-crq vbz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8079
But seeing there are divers other things in his Petitions, this doth not seem of weight enough to bind him up to this Expression.
But seeing there Are diverse other things in his Petitions, this does not seem of weight enough to bind him up to this Expression.
p-acp vvg pc-acp vbr j n-jn n2 p-acp po31 n2, d vdz xx vvi pp-f n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8080
Once, this is clear and manifest that he picks out this attribute of God among the rest;
Once, this is clear and manifest that he picks out this attribute of God among the rest;
a-acp, d vbz j cc j cst pns31 vvz av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8081
and whereas many other lay before him, he fixes upon this only;
and whereas many other lay before him, he fixes upon this only;
cc cs d n-jn vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz p-acp d j;
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8082
He comes to God in Prayer by the name of Holy Father. The thing is evident,
He comes to God in Prayer by the name of Holy Father. The thing is evident,
pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. dt n1 vbz j,
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8083
though the particular consideration that induced him to it, be unknown. So that this observation we may safely pitch upon.
though the particular consideration that induced him to it, be unknown. So that this observation we may safely pitch upon.
cs dt j n1 cst vvd pno31 p-acp pn31, vbb j. av cst d n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8084
DOCTRINE. As God it holy in himself, so Jesus Christ came to him as a holy God,DOCTRINE. As God it holy in himself, so jesus christ Come to him as a holy God,
n1. p-acp np1 pn31 j p-acp px31, av np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8085
and looked upon him as a holy God, when he was making his Petitions to him.
and looked upon him as a holy God, when he was making his Petitions to him.
cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1038
Page 280
8086
The point you see, hath two branches. First, God is holy in himself;
The point you see, hath two branches. First, God is holy in himself;
dt n1 pn22 vvb, vhz crd n2. ord, np1 vbz j p-acp px31;
(37) part (DIV2)
1039
Page 280
8087
Then Jesus Christ came to him as a holy God, and looked upon him as a holy God,
Then jesus christ Come to him as a holy God, and looked upon him as a holy God,
av np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1, cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1039
Page 280
8088
when he was making his Petitions to him. I shall pursue them in their order. God is holy in himself;
when he was making his Petitions to him. I shall pursue them in their order. God is holy in himself;
c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31. pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1. np1 vbz j p-acp px31;
(37) part (DIV2)
1039
Page 280
8089
so he is stiled in my Text, you see, and that by Jesus Christ himself, who, of all others in the world, is best acquainted with his nature,
so he is styled in my Text, you see, and that by jesus christ himself, who, of all Others in the world, is best acquainted with his nature,
av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1, pn22 vvb, cc cst p-acp np1 np1 px31, r-crq, pp-f d n2-jn p-acp dt n1, vbz js vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8090
for he came forth out of the bosom of the Father.
for he Come forth out of the bosom of the Father.
c-acp pns31 vvd av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8091
Indeed it is the attribute that he delighteth in, and therefore he is called the Holy One NONLATINALPHABET, very often in the Scripture, to shew that he excells in this regard;
Indeed it is the attribute that he delights in, and Therefore he is called the Holy One, very often in the Scripture, to show that he excels in this regard;
np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp, cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt j crd, av av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvz p-acp d n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8092
so that however there be many others that are holy in a measure, yet he is the Holy One; there is not one so holy as he is;
so that however there be many Others that Are holy in a measure, yet he is the Holy One; there is not one so holy as he is;
av d c-acp pc-acp vbi d n2-jn cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbz dt j pi; a-acp vbz xx pi av j c-acp pns31 vbz;
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8093
And he is known in the Old Testament by the name of the Holy One of Israel, which is ascribed to him more then thirty times.
And he is known in the Old Testament by the name of the Holy One of Israel, which is ascribed to him more then thirty times.
cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j crd pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av-dc cs crd n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8094
The Seraphims which stood before the Throne, Isa. 6.3. cryed out three times a row, Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of Hosts.
The Seraphims which stood before the Throne, Isaiah 6.3. cried out three times a row, Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of Hosts.
dt np2 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvn av crd n2 dt n1, j, j, j vbz dt n1 pp-f n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8095
And so accordingly the Beasts that stand about the Throne, Apoc. 4.8. rest not day and night, saying, Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God Almighty.
And so accordingly the Beasts that stand about the Throne, Apocalypse 4.8. rest not day and night, saying, Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God Almighty.
cc av av-vvg dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 xx n1 cc n1, vvg, j, j, j n1 np1 j-jn.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8096
To shew that God transcends in holiness, he is superlative in this regard; for so thrice holy in some Languages is most holy.
To show that God transcends in holiness, he is superlative in this regard; for so thrice holy in Some Languages is most holy.
pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp d n1; c-acp av av j p-acp d n2 vbz av-ds j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8097
To say the truth, this is the attribute that makes him glorious;
To say the truth, this is the attribute that makes him glorious;
p-acp vvi dt n1, d vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno31 j;
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8098
He is great in power, fearful in praises, but he is glorious in holiness, Exod. 15.11. In this respect he is a None-such;He is great in power, fearful in praises, but he is glorious in holiness, Exod 15.11. In this respect he is a Nonesuch;
pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, j p-acp n2, p-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, np1 crd. p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz dt j;
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8099
none to be compared with him, none like him, not among men only, but among the Gods too.
none to be compared with him, none like him, not among men only, but among the God's too.
pix p-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pix av-j pno31, xx p-acp n2 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 av.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8100
Who is like to thee O Lord, among the gods, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders! Who is like to thee Oh Lord, among the God's, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders!
r-crq vbz av-j p-acp pno21 uh n1, p-acp dt n2, j p-acp n1, j p-acp n2, vdg n2!
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8101
And hence he glories in his holiness, and swears by it. Even as the great men of the world are wont to swear upon their honor,
And hence he Glories in his holiness, and swears by it. Even as the great men of the world Are wont to swear upon their honour,
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31. j c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8102
because it is esteemed among them the most sacred and inviolable thing: So God you see, my Brethren, swears by his holiness, Psal. 29.35. Once have I sworn by my holiness, saith God:
Because it is esteemed among them the most sacred and inviolable thing: So God you see, my Brothers, swears by his holiness, Psalm 29.35. Once have I sworn by my holiness, Says God:
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 dt av-ds j cc j n1: av np1 pn22 vvb, po11 n2, vvz p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. c-acp vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1, vvz np1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 280
8103
Once for all, and by my holiness, having no better or more pretious thing to swear by.
Once for all, and by my holiness, having no better or more precious thing to swear by.
a-acp p-acp d, cc p-acp po11 n1, vhg dx jc cc av-dc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 281
8104
Let me no longer be esteemed a holy God, and that I would be very loth,
Let me no longer be esteemed a holy God, and that I would be very loath,
vvb pno11 av-dx av-jc vbi vvn dt j np1, cc cst pns11 vmd vbi av j,
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 281
8105
then I inviolably keep the Covenant that I have made to David in my truth.
then I inviolably keep the Covenant that I have made to David in my truth.
cs pns11 av-j vvi dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po11 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1040
Page 281
8106
So that you see the former member of the point is firm, God is holy in himself.
So that you see the former member of the point is firm, God is holy in himself.
av cst pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, np1 vbz j p-acp px31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1041
Page 281
8107
Now for the second branch, that Jesus Christ came to him as a holy God,
Now for the second branch, that jesus christ Come to him as a holy God,
av p-acp dt ord n1, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1042
Page 281
8108
and looked upon him as a holy God when he was making his Petitions to him, you see it evidently in the Text, this is the appellation that he gives him, Holy Father; His thoughts are taken up it seems, more with the holiness of God,
and looked upon him as a holy God when he was making his Petitions to him, you see it evidently in the Text, this is the appellation that he gives him, Holy Father; His thoughts Are taken up it seems, more with the holiness of God,
cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31, pn22 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1, d vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno31, j n1; po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 vvz, av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1042
Page 281
8109
then any other of his attributes, while he is pouring out his prayers to him.
then any other of his attributes, while he is pouring out his Prayers to him.
cs d n-jn pp-f po31 n2, cs pns31 vbz vvg av po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1042
Page 281
8110
I shall not undertake to shew why he did so, he had his reasons in his own breast, and in his own bosom.
I shall not undertake to show why he did so, he had his Reasons in his own breast, and in his own bosom.
pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vdd av, pns31 vhd po31 n2 p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp po31 d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1043
Page 281
8111
Only this is probable, that he did it that he might be an Example, and a president to us, that we might learn of him to do as he did;
Only this is probable, that he did it that he might be an Exampl, and a president to us, that we might Learn of him to do as he did;
j d vbz j, cst pns31 vdd pn31 cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vvi pp-f pno31 pc-acp vdi c-acp pns31 vdd;
(37) part (DIV2)
1043
Page 281
8112
That when we are approaching to the Throne of Grace we might be very much possessed with deep and serious contemplations of the holiness of God.
That when we Are approaching to the Throne of Grace we might be very much possessed with deep and serious contemplations of the holiness of God.
cst c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmd vbi av av-d vvn p-acp j-jn cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1043
Page 281
8113
I shall adde no more for proof, but hasten to the Application.
I shall add no more for proof, but hasten to the Application.
pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1043
Page 281
8114
Now is it so, that even as God is holy in himself, so Jesus Christ came to him as a holy God,
Now is it so, that even as God is holy in himself, so jesus christ Come to him as a holy God,
av vbz pn31 av, cst av c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp px31, av np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8115
and looked, &c. Then let us learn of Jesus Christ, how to behave our selves when we are making our addresses to the Majesty of God,
and looked, etc. Then let us Learn of jesus christ, how to behave our selves when we Are making our Addresses to the Majesty of God,
cc vvd, av av vvb pno12 vvi pp-f np1 np1, c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8116
and pouring out prayers to him.
and pouring out Prayers to him.
cc vvg av n2 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8117
We are exhorted very often in the Scripture to be followers of Christ, and so to walk and act as we have him for an Example.
We Are exhorted very often in the Scripture to be followers of christ, and so to walk and act as we have him for an Exampl.
pns12 vbr vvn av av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f np1, cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi c-acp pns12 vhb pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8118
In all his imitable ways and actions, his practice ought to be a rule to us.
In all his imitable ways and actions, his practice ought to be a Rule to us.
p-acp d po31 j n2 cc n2, po31 n1 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8119
And therefore let us labour to conform our selves to Jesus Christ in this particular,
And Therefore let us labour to conform our selves to jesus christ in this particular,
cc av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d j,
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8120
when we are drawing nigh to God in prayer, let our thoughts be taken up with meditations of his holiness, let them work much upon this attribute of his.
when we Are drawing High to God in prayer, let our thoughts be taken up with meditations of his holiness, let them work much upon this attribute of his.
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno32 vvi av-d p-acp d n1 pp-f png31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8140
and this they shall the better do, if they consider with what an infinitely holy God they have to do.
and this they shall the better do, if they Consider with what an infinitely holy God they have to do.
cc d pns32 vmb dt av-jc vdi, cs pns32 vvb p-acp r-crq dt av-j j np1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vdi.
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8121
Indeed the Saints of the Old Testament, when they set God upon his Throne, and clothe him with his Majesty and glory, (as they use to do in the beginnings of their prayers) do seem to take more notice of other attributes of God, of his power, of his dreadfulness, his righteousness, his faithfulness, his truth, his mercy, then his holiness.
Indeed the Saints of the Old Testament, when they Set God upon his Throne, and cloth him with his Majesty and glory, (as they use to do in the beginnings of their Prayers) do seem to take more notice of other attributes of God, of his power, of his dreadfulness, his righteousness, his faithfulness, his truth, his mercy, then his holiness.
np1 dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vvd np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2) vdb vvi pc-acp vvi dc n1 pp-f j-jn n2 pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, cs po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8122
But under the New Testament you know, God hath been served & worshipped in a more spiritual way,
But under the New Testament you know, God hath been served & worshipped in a more spiritual Way,
p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pn22 vvb, np1 vhz vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8123
and here we have the High Priest of our profession Jesus Christ, the most unparalleld and matchless pattern teaching us by his example, to exercise our thoughts upon the holiness of God,
and Here we have the High Priest of our profession jesus christ, the most unparalleled and matchless pattern teaching us by his Exampl, to exercise our thoughts upon the holiness of God,
cc av pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, dt av-ds j cc j n1 vvg pno12 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8124
when we are making our approaches to him:
when we Are making our Approaches to him:
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp pno31:
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8125
And therefore when at any time we set our selves to pray, let us endevour to affect our selves,
And Therefore when At any time we Set our selves to pray, let us endeavour to affect our selves,
cc av c-crq p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2,
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8126
and to be taken up with deep considerations of this attribute of his.
and to be taken up with deep considerations of this attribute of his.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1044
Page 281
8127
Let our most working apprehensions fix upon his holiness, and make a deep impression of it in our hearts, that we may carry it along throughout, from the beginning of our supplications to the end.
Let our most working apprehensions fix upon his holiness, and make a deep impression of it in our hearts, that we may carry it along throughout, from the beginning of our supplications to the end.
vvb po12 av-ds j-vvg n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp a-acp, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1045
Page 281
8128
It will be singularly useful to us as I shall shew you in a few particulars.
It will be singularly useful to us as I shall show you in a few particulars.
pn31 vmb vbi av-j j p-acp pno12 c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1045
Page 281
8129
1. It will help exceedingly to frame our hearts to put them into such a posture as the Lord delights in.
1. It will help exceedingly to frame our hearts to put them into such a posture as the Lord delights in.
crd pn31 vmb vvi av-vvg p-acp vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8130
It's true, the meditation of other of the attributes of God, hath its work upon our spirits when we are drawing nigh unto him:
It's true, the meditation of other of the attributes of God, hath its work upon our spirits when we Are drawing High unto him:
pn31|vbz j, dt n1 pp-f j-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vhz po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg av-j p-acp pno31:
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8131
But this, me thinks, hath somewhat proper and peculiar to it self further and beyond the rest.
But this, me thinks, hath somewhat proper and peculiar to it self further and beyond the rest.
cc-acp d, pno11 vvz, vhz av j cc j p-acp pn31 n1 jc cc p-acp dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8132
It's true, the apprehension of the Mercy of the Lord will make us to have comfortable cheerful hearts;
It's true, the apprehension of the Mercy of the Lord will make us to have comfortable cheerful hearts;
pn31|vbz j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi j j n2;
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8133
the apprehension of his truth and faithfulness will make us to have bold couragious hearts;
the apprehension of his truth and faithfulness will make us to have bold courageous hearts;
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi j j n2;
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8134
the apprehension of his power and greatness will make us to have trembling and awful hearts:
the apprehension of his power and greatness will make us to have trembling and awful hearts:
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi j-vvg cc j n2:
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8135
But now the apprehension of his holiness, will make us to have holy hearts, that so we may be like him whom we are making our addresses to:
But now the apprehension of his holiness, will make us to have holy hearts, that so we may be like him whom we Are making our Addresses to:
cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi j n2, cst av pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31 ro-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp:
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8136
And holiness alone comprises all that hath been said, and much more; our cheerfulness, our confidence, our reverence in prayer, are all but parts of holiness:
And holiness alone comprises all that hath been said, and much more; our cheerfulness, our confidence, our Reverence in prayer, Are all but parts of holiness:
cc n1 av-j vvz d cst vhz vbn vvn, cc av-d av-dc; po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1 p-acp n1, vbr d cc-acp n2 pp-f n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8137
A holy frame of heart involves and comprehendeth in it all this, and more besides then we are able to express.
A holy frame of heart involves and comprehendeth in it all this, and more beside then we Are able to express.
dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31 d d, cc av-dc a-acp av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi.
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8138
Indeed what ever God takes pleasure in, as to the temper of his people when they are pouring out their prayers to him, is all contained under holiness:
Indeed what ever God Takes pleasure in, as to the temper of his people when they Are pouring out their Prayers to him, is all contained under holiness:
np1 q-crq av np1 vvz n1 p-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvg av po32 n2 p-acp pno31, vbz d vvn p-acp n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8139
Let them come with holy hearts, and all is well;
Let them come with holy hearts, and all is well;
vvb pno32 vvi p-acp j n2, cc d vbz av;
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8141
Oh, this will raise the heart if it be duly weighed, to such a sweet and pretious frame, that it will be no longer earthly, it will be fit to have Communion with the holy God:
O, this will raise the heart if it be duly weighed, to such a sweet and precious frame, that it will be no longer earthly, it will be fit to have Communion with the holy God:
uh, d vmb vvi dt n1 cs pn31 vbb av-jn vvn, p-acp d dt j cc j n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi av-dx av-jc j, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt j np1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8142
And therefore David presses the Consideration of this attribute of God, in those whom he exhorts to worship him, by way of preparation to that great business, Psal. 99.9. Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at his holy hill, for the Lord our God is holy.
And Therefore David presses the Consideration of this attribute of God, in those whom he exhorts to worship him, by Way of preparation to that great business, Psalm 99.9. Exalt the Lord our God, and worship At his holy hill, for the Lord our God is holy.
cc av np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1, np1 crd. vvi dt n1 po12 n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vbz j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1046
Page 282
8143
2. The meditation of the holiness of God, will quicken us, and stir us up as far as it is possible, to cleanse our selves from every sin when we are making our approaches to him.
2. The meditation of the holiness of God, will quicken us, and stir us up as Far as it is possible, to cleanse our selves from every since when we Are making our Approaches to him.
crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8144
For sin, my Brethren, is against his holiness, yea in directest opposition: And therefore it is known by the name of filthiness and uncleanness in the Scripture.
For since, my Brothers, is against his holiness, yea in directest opposition: And Therefore it is known by the name of filthiness and uncleanness in the Scripture.
p-acp n1, po11 n2, vbz p-acp po31 n1, uh p-acp js n1: cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8145
Not only whoredom, and adultery, and fornication, and sins of that kind are unclean, as they are called uncleanness in the abstract,
Not only whoredom, and adultery, and fornication, and Sins of that kind Are unclean, as they Are called uncleanness in the abstract,
xx av-j n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn n1 p-acp dt n-jn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8146
but sin is generally so, as you may see that place for instance, 2 Cor. 7.1.
but since is generally so, as you may see that place for instance, 2 Cor. 7.1.
cc-acp n1 vbz av-j av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8147
And hence it is, my Brethren, that it is so odious to the Lord, there being nothing in the world so contrary and so opposite to him and to his Nature, as sin is:
And hence it is, my Brothers, that it is so odious to the Lord, there being nothing in the world so contrary and so opposite to him and to his Nature, as since is:
cc av pn31 vbz, po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz av j p-acp dt n1, a-acp vbg pix p-acp dt n1 av j-jn cc av j-jn p-acp pno31 cc p-acp po31 n1, c-acp n1 vbz:
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8148
No man in the world hates any thing, no mans heart abhors, and loaths, and rises against any thing, as the Lords against sin:
No man in the world hates any thing, no men heart abhors, and Loathes, and rises against any thing, as the lords against since:
uh-x n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz d n1, dx ng1 n1 vvz, cc vvz, cc vvz p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n2 p-acp n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8149
By reason of his pureness and his holiness, he cannot brook it, Hab. 1.13. he is not able to endure it:
By reason of his pureness and his holiness, he cannot brook it, Hab. 1.13. he is not able to endure it:
p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, np1 crd. pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn31:
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8150
He seems, me thinks, to shut his eyes, and to cry out to his people, Oh do not this abominable thing which I hate:
He seems, me thinks, to shut his eyes, and to cry out to his people, O do not this abominable thing which I hate:
pns31 vvz, pno11 vvz, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n1, uh vdb xx d j n1 r-crq pns11 vvb:
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8151
And therefore when men will not hold, but commit it, the infinitely holy God is vexed and troubled out of all measure;
And Therefore when men will not hold, but commit it, the infinitely holy God is vexed and troubled out of all measure;
cc av c-crq n2 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb pn31, dt av-j j np1 vbz vvn cc vvn av pp-f d n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8152
so he is represented in the Scripture, Isa. 63.10. They rebelled against him, saith the Prophet, and they vexed his holy Spirit.
so he is represented in the Scripture, Isaiah 63.10. They rebelled against him, Says the Prophet, and they vexed his holy Spirit.
av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1, cc pns32 vvd po31 j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8153
Because he was so holy, he was vext the more at sin, which was so filthy.
Because he was so holy, he was vexed the more At since, which was so filthy.
c-acp pns31 vbds av j, pns31 vbds vvn dt av-dc p-acp n1, r-crq vbds av j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1047
Page 282
8154
And truly, my Beloved, if we did seriously consider the holiness of God when we are about to pray, we would not dare to bring this filthy thing into his presence, which is so contrary to this attribute of his,
And truly, my beloved, if we did seriously Consider the holiness of God when we Are about to pray, we would not Dare to bring this filthy thing into his presence, which is so contrary to this attribute of his,
cc av-j, po11 j-vvn, cs pns12 vdd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns12 vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz av j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f png31,
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 282
8155
and consequently is so odious and detestable to him.
and consequently is so odious and detestable to him.
cc av-j vbz av j cc j p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 282
8156
At least we would endeavour to the utmost of our power to cleanse our selves from all the filthiness of flesh and spirit, to wash our hands and hearts in Innocency (with holy David ) and so to compass Gods Atar, to offer up the Incense of our prayers to him.
At least we would endeavour to the utmost of our power to cleanse our selves from all the filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, to wash our hands and hearts in Innocency (with holy David) and so to compass God's Atar, to offer up the Incense of our Prayers to him.
p-acp ds pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 (p-acp j np1) cc av pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8157
Oh we would shake and quiver every joint to think of coming to the Holy God, in the midst of our pollutions, unpurged and unhumbled for.
O we would shake and quiver every joint to think of coming to the Holy God, in the midst of our pollutions, unpurged and unhumbled for.
uh pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg p-acp dt j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, j cc vvn p-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8158
We would consider with our selves, What will the Lord say to me when he sees me in his presence,
We would Consider with our selves, What will the Lord say to me when he sees me in his presence,
pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno11 c-crq pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8159
so defiled? How will he look on such a filthy and abominable wretch as I am? how is it possible but he should hide his eyes from me,
so defiled? How will he look on such a filthy and abominable wretch as I am? how is it possible but he should hide his eyes from me,
av vvn? q-crq vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d dt j cc j n1 c-acp pns11 vbm? q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno11,
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8160
when he perceives the hands that I spread forth before him are so full of gore and blood? how can he choose but loath me and abhor me? Do I expect to find favour in his eyes,
when he perceives the hands that I spread forth before him Are so full of gore and blood? how can he choose but loath me and abhor me? Do I expect to find favour in his eyes,
c-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 cst pns11 vvb av p-acp pno31 vbr av j pp-f n1 cc n1? q-crq vmb pns31 vvi cc-acp vvb pno11 cc vvb pno11? vdb pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2,
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8161
and come before him with that which he so abhors, as if I meant to vex him and provoke him? And therefore if we ever look to speed with God in prayer, let us consider what a holy God he is,
and come before him with that which he so abhors, as if I meant to vex him and provoke him? And Therefore if we ever look to speed with God in prayer, let us Consider what a holy God he is,
cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp d r-crq pns31 av vvz, c-acp cs pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31? cc av cs pns12 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq dt j np1 pns31 vbz,
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8162
and let us labour to be holy too.
and let us labour to be holy too.
cc vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi j av.
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8163
Let us be separate from the remainder of the world (as he himself advises us, 2 Cor. 6 17.) and touch no unclean thing, and then we have his promise, that he will receive us.
Let us be separate from the remainder of the world (as he himself advises us, 2 Cor. 6 17.) and touch no unclean thing, and then we have his promise, that he will receive us.
vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp pns31 px31 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd crd) cc vvb dx j n1, cc av pns12 vhb po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12.
(37) part (DIV2)
1048
Page 283
8164
The meditation of the holiness of God, as it will be very usefull to prepare us,
The meditation of the holiness of God, as it will be very useful to prepare us,
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi pno12,
(37) part (DIV2)
1049
Page 283
8165
and to make us fit for prayer, so it will be very helpfull to us, in the parts of prayer,
and to make us fit for prayer, so it will be very helpful to us, in the parts of prayer,
cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1, av pn31 vmb vbi av j p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1049
Page 283
8166
and that both in confession, and petition, and thanksgiving. 1. It will help to humble us in the confession of our sins.
and that both in Confessi, and petition, and thanksgiving. 1. It will help to humble us in the Confessi of our Sins.
cc cst d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1. crd pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1049
Page 283
8167
While we consider that they are so filthy and unclean: and God upon the other side, whom we confess them to, so holy.
While we Consider that they Are so filthy and unclean: and God upon the other side, whom we confess them to, so holy.
cs pns12 vvb cst pns32 vbr av j cc j: cc np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, ro-crq pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp, av j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8168
This cannot choose (if it be duely weighed) but shame us wonderfully in the presence of the Lord, that we have been,
This cannot choose (if it be duly weighed) but shame us wonderfully in the presence of the Lord, that we have been,
d vmbx vvi (cs pn31 vbb av-jn vvn) cc-acp vvb pno12 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vhb vbn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8169
and are so filthy before such an holy God. Indeed we ought to be ashamed to commit iniquity, being such an odious thing.
and Are so filthy before such an holy God. Indeed we ought to be ashamed to commit iniquity, being such an odious thing.
cc vbr av j p-acp d dt j np1. np1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi n1, vbg d dt j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8170
The Lord hath planted shame in man, to be a bridle as it were to check him, to curb him,
The Lord hath planted shame in man, to be a bridle as it were to check him, to curb him,
dt n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31,
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8171
and to hold him in from sinfull courses.
and to hold him in from sinful courses.
cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp p-acp j n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8172
But if we have not been ashamed in the commission, we ought especially to be ashamed in the confession,
But if we have not been ashamed in the commission, we ought especially to be ashamed in the Confessi,
p-acp cs pns12 vhb xx vbn j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd av-j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8173
as God advises Israel, Be ashamed and confounded for your own wayes. Ezek. 36.2. To review our sins with shame, and to cry out as Daniel doth, Dan. 9.8. to us belongeth confusion, &c. And Ezra in his sad confession, Ezra 9.6. Oh my God, I blush (saith he) and am ashamed to lift up my face to thee.
as God advises Israel, Be ashamed and confounded for your own ways. Ezekiel 36.2. To review our Sins with shame, and to cry out as daniel does, Dan. 9.8. to us belongeth confusion, etc. And Ezra in his sad Confessi, Ezra 9.6. O my God, I blush (Says he) and am ashamed to lift up my face to thee.
c-acp np1 vvz np1, vbb j cc vvn p-acp po22 d n2. np1 crd. p-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 vdz, np1 crd. p-acp pno12 vvz n1, av cc np1 p-acp po31 j n1, np1 crd. uh po11 np1, pns11 vvb (vvz pns31) cc vbm j pc-acp vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno21.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8191
To these may be reduced and referred all that he desires for them, preservation in my text,
To these may be reduced and referred all that he Desires for them, preservation in my text,
p-acp d vmb vbi vvn cc vvd d cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, n1 p-acp po11 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1054
Page 284
8554
He thinks himself a very knowing man, but this is nothing but his pride.
He thinks himself a very knowing man, but this is nothing but his pride.
pns31 vvz px31 dt j j-vvg n1, cc-acp d vbz pix p-acp po31 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8174
We should remember our evil wayes and our doings that are not good, and loath our selves for our abominations, Ezek. 36.30. we should remember and be confounded, and never open our mouths any more because of our shame.
We should Remember our evil ways and our doings that Are not good, and loath our selves for our abominations, Ezekiel 36.30. we should Remember and be confounded, and never open our mouths any more Because of our shame.
pns12 vmd vvi po12 j-jn n2 cc po12 n2-vdg cst vbr xx j, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd. pns12 vmd vvi cc vbi vvn, cc av-x vvb po12 n2 d dc c-acp pp-f po12 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8175
We should cast ashes on our heads, and rent our hearts, and cry unclean unclean, Lev. 13.45.
We should cast Ashes on our Heads, and rend our hearts, and cry unclean unclean, Lev. 13.45.
pns12 vmd vvi n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2, cc vvb j j, np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8176
And there is no one thing that will confound and shame us more then the consideration of the matchless purity and holiness of God, whom by our sins we h•ve offended.
And there is no one thing that will confound and shame us more then the consideration of the matchless purity and holiness of God, whom by our Sins we h•ve offended.
cc pc-acp vbz dx pi n1 cst vmb vvi cc vvi pno12 dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vhb vvn.
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8177
Oh this will make us wonder that he should endure such filthy persons in his presence!
O this will make us wonder that he should endure such filthy Persons in his presence!
uh d vmb vvi pno12 vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi d j n2 p-acp po31 n1!
(37) part (DIV2)
1050
Page 283
8178
2. As it will humble us in the confession of our sins, so it will encourage us in our petitions for the cure of sin.
2. As it will humble us in the Confessi of our Sins, so it will encourage us in our petitions for the cure of since.
crd p-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1051
Page 283
8179
As it will make us low in our confessions, so it will make us high in our petitions.
As it will make us low in our confessions, so it will make us high in our petitions.
p-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp po12 n2, av pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp po12 n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1051
Page 283
8180
For how is sin, which is uncleanness removed and cured in any of us, but by holiness? And is it not a comfort to us when we are making our requests for holiness, that we are praying to the Holy God? who is holy in himself,
For how is since, which is uncleanness removed and cured in any of us, but by holiness? And is it not a Comfort to us when we Are making our requests for holiness, that we Are praying to the Holy God? who is holy in himself,
p-acp q-crq vbz n1, r-crq vbz n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp d pp-f pno12, cc-acp p-acp n1? cc vbz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt j np1? q-crq vbz j p-acp px31,
(37) part (DIV2)
1051
Page 284
8181
and who is the original of all the holiness that is communicated to the Creature, who is the Sanctifier of his people.
and who is the original of all the holiness that is communicated to the Creature, who is the Sanctifier of his people.
cc r-crq vbz dt n-jn pp-f d dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1051
Page 284
8182
Is it not comfortable that when we come to draw, that we are at the Well-head? If you observe, it is the great petition that our Saviour hath to make in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, verse 17. Sanctifie them with thy truth, and this he prosecutes throughout.
Is it not comfortable that when we come to draw, that we Are At the Wellhead? If you observe, it is the great petition that our Saviour hath to make in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, verse 17. Sanctify them with thy truth, and this he prosecutes throughout.
vbz pn31 xx j cst c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1? cs pn22 vvb, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst po12 n1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, n1 crd vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, cc d pns31 vvz a-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1051
Page 284
8183
And therefore he begins his prayer for them, Holy Father.
And Therefore he begins his prayer for them, Holy Father.
cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32, j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1051
Page 284
8184
3. It will enlarge us in our thanksgivings to the Lord for holiness, when we consider whence it came,
3. It will enlarge us in our thanksgivings to the Lord for holiness, when we Consider whence it Come,
crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq pn31 vvd,
(37) part (DIV2)
1052
Page 284
8185
and by whom it was bestowed.
and by whom it was bestowed.
cc p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn.
(37) part (DIV2)
1052
Page 284
8186
We shall see what cause we have to praise the Lord, the Donor and Dispenser of it:
We shall see what cause we have to praise the Lord, the Donor and Dispenser of it:
pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 cc np1 pp-f pn31:
(37) part (DIV2)
1052
Page 284
8187
As David intimateth in that memorable place to this purpose, Psal. 97.12. Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous, (ye that are sanctified, ye that are holy,) and give thanks at the remembrance of his Holiness. And yet again, Psal. 30.4. Sing unto the Lord, O ye Saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness.
As David intimateth in that memorable place to this purpose, Psalm 97.12. Rejoice in the Lord, you righteous, (you that Are sanctified, you that Are holy,) and give thanks At the remembrance of his Holiness. And yet again, Psalm 30.4. Sing unto the Lord, Oh you Saints of his, and give thanks At the remembrance of his holiness.
c-acp np1 vvz p-acp d j n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt n1, pn22 j, (pn22 d vbr vvn, pn22 cst vbr j,) cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cc av av, np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt n1, uh pn22 n2 pp-f png31, cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1052
Page 284
8188
And thus far of the Object of our Saviours Prayer, as he is mentioned by his title Father,
And thus Far of the Object of our Saviors Prayer, as he is mentioned by his title Father,
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1053
Page 284
8189
and his attribute Holy, Holy Father. Proceed we now to enter on the parts of it.
and his attribute Holy, Holy Father. Proceed we now to enter on the parts of it.
cc po31 n1 j, j n1. vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1053
Page 284
8190
There are two things especially for which our Saviour is a suitor to his Father, in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples; Preservation and Sanctification.
There Are two things especially for which our Saviour is a suitor to his Father, in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples; Preservation and Sanctification.
pc-acp vbr crd n2 av-j p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2; n1 cc n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1054
Page 284
8213
The name of God is generally taken for any thing that makes him known to men,
The name of God is generally taken for any thing that makes him known to men,
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1 cst vvz pno31 vvn p-acp n2,
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8192
and onward to ver. 17. Sanctification in the rest that follow. First he desireth preservation, Keep them through thy own name.
and onward to for. 17. Sanctification in the rest that follow. First he Desires preservation, Keep them through thy own name.
cc av p-acp p-acp. crd n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvb. ord pns31 vvz n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1054
Page 284
8193
And this desire of his, he backs especially with two reasons, and they are weighty and of great importance.
And this desire of his, he backs especially with two Reasons, and they Are weighty and of great importance.
cc d n1 pp-f png31, pns31 n2 av-j p-acp crd n2, cc pns32 vbr j cc pp-f j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8194
First he would have his Father keep them now, because he himself had kept them, and kept them very safe till now.
First he would have his Father keep them now, Because he himself had kept them, and kept them very safe till now.
ord pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 vvi pno32 av, c-acp pns31 px31 vhd vvn pno32, cc vvd pno32 av j c-acp av.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8195
While I was with them in the world, saith he, I kept them; and none of them is lost, While I was with them in the world, Says he, I kept them; and none of them is lost,
cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vvd pno32; cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8196
but the Son of perdition, but he who was designed to be lost.but the Son of perdition, but he who was designed to be lost.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp pns31 r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8197
And now I come to thee, saith Christ, I am to be no more among them,And now I come to thee, Says christ, I am to be no more among them,
cc av pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, vvz np1, pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi dx dc p-acp pno32,
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8198
and therefore I beseech thee now receive them into thy special care and tuition.
and Therefore I beseech thee now receive them into thy special care and tuition.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 av vvi pno32 p-acp po21 j n1 cc n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8199
Here I resign them safe, and whole, and sound to thee, I pray thee keep them henceforward as well as I have done to this time.
Here I resign them safe, and Whole, and found to thee, I pray thee keep them henceforward as well as I have done to this time.
av pns11 vvb pno32 j, cc j-jn, cc vvi p-acp pno21, pns11 vvb pno21 vvb pno32 av c-acp av c-acp pns11 vhb vdn p-acp d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8200
Secondly he would have his Father keep them, because they were in such a dangerous place, where they were in great peril every day,
Secondly he would have his Father keep them, Because they were in such a dangerous place, where they were in great peril every day,
ord pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp d dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp j n1 d n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8201
and every hour, where they were hated and maligned upon all hand, and that for the truths sake.
and every hour, where they were hated and maligned upon all hand, and that for the truths sake.
cc d n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cc cst p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8202
I have given them thy word, and the world hath hated them, and so on.I have given them thy word, and the world hath hated them, and so on.
pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, cc av a-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8203
And therefore I beseech thee Father, look to them, and keep them from the evil, as it is added in the next verse.
And Therefore I beseech thee Father, look to them, and keep them from the evil, as it is added in the next verse.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvb pno32 p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8204
The evil of fault, and the evil of pain. Some other things are interposed and touched incidentally, which shall be handled in their places.
The evil of fault, and the evil of pain. some other things Are interposed and touched incidentally, which shall be handled in their places.
dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1. d j-jn n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av-j, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1055
Page 284
8205
The thing desired, is first in order to be handled, before we pitch upon the Arguments and Reasons with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth this desire of his;
The thing desired, is First in order to be handled, before we pitch upon the Arguments and Reasons with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth this desire of his;
dt n1 vvd, vbz ord p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31;
(37) part (DIV2)
1056
Page 284
8206
and this, as we have heard, is preservation. And here we have to be considered two things:
and this, as we have herd, is preservation. And Here we have to be considered two things:
cc d, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, vbz n1. cc av pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi vvn crd n2:
(37) part (DIV2)
1056
Page 284
8207
First the means by which our Saviour here desires that his Apostles and Disciples might be kept,
First the means by which our Saviour Here Desires that his Apostles and Disciples might be kept,
ord dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 av vvz cst po31 n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1056
Page 284
8208
and that is by or through his Fathers name. Holy Father, keep through thy own name, those whom thou hast given me.
and that is by or through his Father's name. Holy Father, keep through thy own name, those whom thou hast given me.
cc d vbz p-acp cc p-acp po31 ng1 n1. j n1, vvb p-acp po21 d n1, d r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(37) part (DIV2)
1056
Page 284
8209
And Secondly the end for which he prayes they might be kept, that they may be one as we are.
And Secondly the end for which he prays they might be kept, that they may be one as we Are.
cc ord dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vmd vbi vvn, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(37) part (DIV2)
1056
Page 285
8210
So that you see the supplication of our Saviour Christ is full, he prayes both for the Means and End, desireth that the end might be attained for them by the means.
So that you see the supplication of our Saviour christ is full, he prays both for the Means and End, Desires that the end might be attained for them by the means.
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 vbz j, pns31 vvz av-d p-acp dt n2 cc vvb, vvz cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1056
Page 285
8211
Begin we with the means by which our Saviour here desires that his Apostles and Disciples might be kept,
Begin we with the means by which our Saviour Here Desires that his Apostles and Disciples might be kept,
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 av vvz cst po31 n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1057
Page 285
8212
and that is through his Fathers name. Holy Father, keep through thine own name, those whom thou hast given me.
and that is through his Father's name. Holy Father, keep through thine own name, those whom thou hast given me.
cc d vbz p-acp po31 ng1 n1. j n1, vvb p-acp po21 d n1, d r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(37) part (DIV2)
1057
Page 285
8214
as one man is distinguished from another by his name: Particularly it imports sometimes the attributes of God, now one and then another of them.
as one man is distinguished from Another by his name: Particularly it imports sometime the attributes of God, now one and then Another of them.
c-acp crd n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn p-acp po31 n1: av-jn pn31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f np1, av crd cc av j-jn pp-f pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8215
Sometimes his attribute of mercy, as that is called the name of God, Exod. 34.5, 6. The Lord descended in a Cloud, and there proclaimed the name of God.
Sometime his attribute of mercy, as that is called the name of God, Exod 34.5, 6. The Lord descended in a Cloud, and there proclaimed the name of God.
av po31 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f np1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8216
And what was that? The Lord, the Lord God mercifull and gratious, and long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth:
And what was that? The Lord, the Lord God merciful and gracious, and long-suffering, and abundant in Goodness and truth:
cc q-crq vbds d? dt n1, dt n1 np1 j cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp n1 cc n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8217
Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin. Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity, Transgression and since.
vvg n1 p-acp crd, j-vvg n1, n1 cc n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8218
Sometimes his attribute of Justice, as that is also called his name in the very same place, who will by no means clear the guilty, visiting the iniquity of the Fathers upon the children,
Sometime his attribute of justice, as that is also called his name in the very same place, who will by no means clear the guilty, visiting the iniquity of the Father's upon the children,
av po31 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d vbz av vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt av d n1, r-crq vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi dt j, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2,
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8219
and upon the childrens children, unto the third and fourth generation. and upon the Children's children, unto the third and fourth generation.
cc p-acp dt ng2 n2, p-acp dt ord cc ord n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8220
Sometimes his attribute of Power is intimated by his name, as you may see that place for instance, Psal. 20.1. The Lord hear thee in the day of trouble, the name of the God of Jacob defend thee, that is, the power of God defend thee.
Sometime his attribute of Power is intimated by his name, as you may see that place for instance, Psalm 20.1. The Lord hear thee in the day of trouble, the name of the God of Jacob defend thee, that is, the power of God defend thee.
av po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno21, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno21.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8221
And this is that by which our Saviour prayes, that his, Apostles and Disciples might be kept, keep them through thy own name, that is; through thy own power.
And this is that by which our Saviour prays, that his, Apostles and Disciples might be kept, keep them through thy own name, that is; through thy own power.
cc d vbz d p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz, d png31, n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, cst vbz; p-acp po21 d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8222
And so accordingly the point to be observed, is this.
And so accordingly the point to be observed, is this.
cc av av-vvg av n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz d.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8223
DOCTRINE. They that belong to Jesus Christ, as long at they remain in this world, are kept by the Almighty power of God himself.DOCTRINE. They that belong to jesus christ, as long At they remain in this world, Are kept by the Almighty power of God himself.
n1. pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 np1, c-acp av-j p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 px31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1058
Page 285
8224
It is the prayer of our Saviour for them, in my text you see, Holy Father, keep them through thy own name, whom thou hast given me, and therefore out of question they are kept by that name, the almighty power of God.
It is the prayer of our Saviour for them, in my text you see, Holy Father, keep them through thy own name, whom thou hast given me, and Therefore out of question they Are kept by that name, the almighty power of God.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vvb, j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc av av pp-f n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1059
Page 285
8225
For Jesus Christ is alwayes heard in every thing for which he is a Suitor to his Father.
For jesus christ is always herd in every thing for which he is a Suitor to his Father.
p-acp np1 np1 vbz av vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1059
Page 285
8226
So that his people are as safe as the power of God can make them.
So that his people Are as safe as the power of God can make them.
av cst po31 n1 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8227
They are committed by him to his Fathers Custody, and he is able very well to keep that which is committed to him, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 2 Tim. 1.12.
They Are committed by him to his Father's Custody, and he is able very well to keep that which is committed to him, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 2 Tim. 1.12.
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc pns31 vbz j av av pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8228
And this is clearly intimated in our Saviours speech, John 10.29. with reference to his people, My Father which gave them me is greater then all.
And this is clearly intimated in our Saviors speech, John 10.29. with Referente to his people, My Father which gave them me is greater then all.
cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 ng1 n1, np1 crd. p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, po11 n1 r-crq vvd pno32 pno11 vbz jc cs d.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8229
Greater, in what regard? greater in place and dignity? No my beloved, greater in power and in ability.
Greater, in what regard? greater in place and dignity? No my Beloved, greater in power and in ability.
np1, p-acp r-crq n1? jc p-acp n1 cc n1? av-dx po11 j-vvn, jc p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8230
And therefore it is added presently, and no man is able to pluck them out of my Fathers hand.
And Therefore it is added presently, and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father's hand.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cc dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f po11 ng1 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8231
Many are willing, but none is able because his power is infinitely greater then theirs is.
Many Are willing, but none is able Because his power is infinitely greater then theirs is.
d vbr j, cc-acp pix vbz j c-acp po31 n1 vbz av-j jc cs png32 vbz.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8232
So in another place, he shall be holden up, Rom. 14.4. he that is weak shall be held up;
So in Another place, he shall be held up, Rom. 14.4. he that is weak shall be held up;
av p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, np1 crd. pns31 cst vbz j vmb vbi vvn a-acp;
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 285
8233
how so? For God is able to make him stand.
how so? For God is able to make him stand.
c-crq av? p-acp np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 286
8234
And Jude to the same purpose, he is able to keep us from falling, verse 24. you see our preservation and support is still ascribed to the power and ability of God, by which it is apparent what guards us, that we are kept,
And U^de to the same purpose, he is able to keep us from falling, verse 24. you see our preservation and support is still ascribed to the power and ability of God, by which it is apparent what guards us, that we Are kept,
np1 np1 p-acp dt d n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg, n1 crd pn22 vvb po12 n1 cc n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j r-crq vvz pno12, cst pns12 vbr vvn,
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 286
8235
and kept safe by that power.
and kept safe by that power.
cc vvd j p-acp d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 286
8236
That of the Apostle Peter is express and full, so that we need to add no more for confirmation, we are kept by the power of God, saith he, through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5.
That of the Apostle Peter is express and full, so that we need to add no more for confirmation, we Are kept by the power of God, Says he, through faith unto salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5.
d pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j cc j, av cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pns31, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 286
8237
The point is plain, They that belong, &c.
The point is plain, They that belong, etc.
dt n1 vbz j, pns32 cst vvb, av
(37) part (DIV2)
1060
Page 286
8238
Now to open this a little, because you do not see it in the full extent of it, you must conceive that such as appertain to Jesus Christ, are kept by the almighty power of God; Especially two wayes.
Now to open this a little, Because you do not see it in the full extent of it, you must conceive that such as appertain to jesus christ, Are kept by the almighty power of God; Especially two ways.
av pc-acp vvi d dt j, c-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vmb vvi cst d c-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1, vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; av-j crd n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1061
Page 286
8239
Either by the power of God in them, or by the power of God for them.
Either by the power of God in them, or by the power of God for them.
av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1061
Page 286
8240
Either by the power of God assisting, or by the power of God protecting.
Either by the power of God assisting, or by the power of God protecting.
av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg.
(37) part (DIV2)
1061
Page 286
8241
Either by the power of God within them strengthening, or by the power of God without them guarding and defending.
Either by the power of God within them strengthening, or by the power of God without them guarding and defending.
av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvg, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvg cc vvg.
(37) part (DIV2)
1061
Page 286
8242
I shall speak to these in order.
I shall speak to these in order.
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1061
Page 286
8243
They that belong to Jesus Christ are kept by the Almighty power of God in them;
They that belong to jesus christ Are kept by the Almighty power of God in them;
pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32;
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8244
assisting them and strengthning them, and fortifying them to stand, and to hold out, both in temptations and afflictions.
assisting them and strengthening them, and fortifying them to stand, and to hold out, both in temptations and afflictions.
vvg pno32 cc vvg pno32, cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi av, av-d p-acp n2 cc n2.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8245
Man is by nature NONLATINALPHABET a feeble and infirm thing.
Man is by nature a feeble and infirm thing.
n1 vbz p-acp n1 dt j cc j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8246
So weakned and enfeebled with his fail, that of himself he is able to do nothing. So weakened and enfeebled with his fail, that of himself he is able to do nothing.
av vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pp-f px31 pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi pix.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8247
And therefore God communicates his own transcendent power to such as he intends to keep and to preserve,
And Therefore God communicates his own transcendent power to such as he intends to keep and to preserve,
cc av np1 n2 po31 d j n1 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi,
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8248
so far as they are capable of it.
so Far as they Are capable of it.
av av-j c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8249
And thus however they be weak in themselves, yet they are strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might, as the Apostle speaks, Eph. 6.10. He stands by and strengthens them, 2 Tim. 4.17.
And thus however they be weak in themselves, yet they Are strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 6.10. He Stands by and strengthens them, 2 Tim. 4.17.
cc av c-acp pns32 vbb j p-acp px32, av pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz pno32, crd np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8250
And of this inward strengthning it is that the Apostle speaks. Col. 1.11.
And of this inward strengthening it is that the Apostle speaks. Col. 1.11.
cc pp-f d j vvg pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz. np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8251
Strengthned with all might according to his glorious power, that is the power of God himself, which he gives in to his people,Strengthened with all might according to his glorious power, that is the power of God himself, which he gives in to his people,
vvn p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp po31 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8252
and so corroborates them, makes them strong as Oaks, to bear the burthen that is laid upon them.
and so corroborates them, makes them strong as Oaks, to bear the burden that is laid upon them.
cc av vvz pno32, vvz pno32 j c-acp n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8253
For if you mark it, the Apostle saith not, the power of God bears our afflictions, resists and overcomes our temptations for us but we are strengthened by his glorious power to both these.
For if you mark it, the Apostle Says not, the power of God bears our afflictions, resists and overcomes our temptations for us but we Are strengthened by his glorious power to both these.
p-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31, dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po12 n2, vvz cc vvz po12 n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d d.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8254
And God is able, saith the same Apostle, to do abundantly according to his power that worketh in us, Eph. 3.20. Observe it well;And God is able, Says the same Apostle, to do abundantly according to his power that works in us, Ephesians 3.20. Observe it well;
cc np1 vbz j, vvz dt d n1, pc-acp vdi av-j vvg p-acp po31 n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av;
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8255
not his power that worketh for us, but his power that worketh in us, and that makes us able.
not his power that works for us, but his power that works in us, and that makes us able.
xx po31 n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, cc d vvz pno12 j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8256
So that you see my brethren, it is an infused thing, there goes forth power and vertue from the Lord to us, and becomes inherent in us.
So that you see my brothers, it is an infused thing, there Goes forth power and virtue from the Lord to us, and becomes inherent in us.
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, pn31 vbz dt vvn n1, a-acp vvz av n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvz j p-acp pno12.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8257
Not as one friend may help another that is weak, with an external succour and support, bearing his heavy burthen for him,
Not as one friend may help Another that is weak, with an external succour and support, bearing his heavy burden for him,
xx p-acp crd n1 vmb vvi j-jn cst vbz j, p-acp dt j n1 cc vvi, vvg po31 j n1 p-acp pno31,
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8258
but giving him ability himself to bear it.
but giving him ability himself to bear it.
cc-acp vvg pno31 n1 px31 pc-acp vvi pn31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8259
Even as a man that hath been much enfeebled with along sickness, and being now recovered in a measure,
Even as a man that hath been much enfeebled with along sickness, and being now recovered in a measure,
j c-acp dt n1 cst vhz vbn av-d vvn p-acp p-acp n1, cc vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8260
and his malignant humours purged away, encreaseth every day in strength:
and his malignant humours purged away, increases every day in strength:
cc po31 j n2 vvn av, vvz d n1 p-acp n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8261
So we my Brethren, having been enfeebled by the fall, God makes us sound and strong again, enables us to do and suffer what he cals us to So that it is an inward and habitual power that we partake, infused into the soul by God.
So we my Brothers, having been enfeebled by the fallen, God makes us found and strong again, enables us to do and suffer what he calls us to So that it is an inward and habitual power that we partake, infused into the soul by God.
av pns12 po11 n2, vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz pno12 vvi cc j av, vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi cc vvi r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp av cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 cst pns12 vvb, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8262
And God in this respect is strong in us. His power is perfected, declared to be perfect in our weakness.
And God in this respect is strong in us. His power is perfected, declared to be perfect in our weakness.
cc np1 p-acp d n1 vbz j p-acp pno12. po31 n1 vbz vvn, vvd pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1062
Page 286
8263
Now my beloved, to follow this a little further, this glorious power of his the Lord conveyeth into a Christians soul through Jesus Christ.
Now my Beloved, to follow this a little further, this glorious power of his the Lord conveyeth into a Christians soul through jesus christ.
av po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vvi d dt j av-jc, d j n1 pp-f po31 dt n1 vvz p-acp dt njpg2 n1 p-acp np1 np1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8264
The Father hath annointed him with the Holy Ghost and with power, as the Apostle Peter speaks, Acts 10.38. And upon him the spirit of power doth rest, as you have it in the Prophet, Isa. 11.2. That so from him it might be given out to all his people.The Father hath anointed him with the Holy Ghost and with power, as the Apostle Peter speaks, Acts 10.38. And upon him the Spirit of power does rest, as you have it in the Prophet, Isaiah 11.2. That so from him it might be given out to all his people.
dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1 cc p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, vvz crd. cc p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cst av p-acp pno31 pn31 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp d po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8265
He is the Conduit-pipe through which the spirit and the graces of it run, obtaining them by vertue of his meritorious intercession from his Father,
He is the Conduit-pipe through which the Spirit and the graces of it run, obtaining them by virtue of his meritorious Intercession from his Father,
pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi, vvg pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8266
and so conveying them to every member, as he (by reason of his near communion with the manhood, being more deeply touched with the feeling of their wants) observeth their necessities to be.
and so conveying them to every member, as he (by reason of his near communion with the manhood, being more deeply touched with the feeling of their Wants) observeth their necessities to be.
cc av vvg pno32 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 (p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, vbg av-dc av-jn vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2) vvz po32 n2 pc-acp vbi.
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8267
And so to every one of us is given grace;
And so to every one of us is given grace;
cc av p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 vbz vvn n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8268
and what is grace but power to do, and power to suffer? power to stand out,
and what is grace but power to do, and power to suffer? power to stand out,
cc q-crq vbz n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi, cc n1 pc-acp vvi? n1 pc-acp vvi av,
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8269
and not to faint or yield in temptations or afflictions? Habitual grace is nothing but the inward strengthening of the soul.
and not to faint or yield in temptations or afflictions? Habitual grace is nothing but the inward strengthening of the soul.
cc xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2 cc n2? j n1 vbz pix p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8270
To every one of us, I say is given grace, according to the measure of the gift of Christ, Eph. 4.2. that is as he is pleased to distribute.To every one of us, I say is given grace, according to the measure of the gift of christ, Ephesians 4.2. that is as he is pleased to distribute.
p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, pns11 vvb vbz vvn n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. cst vbz c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi.
(37) part (DIV2)
1063
Page 287
8271
And as this power proceeds originally from the Father by and through Jesus Christ, so it is wrought immediatly by the Holy Ghost.
And as this power proceeds originally from the Father by and through jesus christ, so it is wrought immediately by the Holy Ghost.
cc p-acp d n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp np1 np1, av pn31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1064
Page 287
8330
JOHN. 17.11. Keep them through thy own name, those whom thou hast given.JOHN. 17.11. Keep them through thy own name, those whom thou hast given.
np1. crd. vvi pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, d r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(38) part (DIV2)
1074
Page 289
8272
And hence the strength infused into a Christians soul, is called the spirit of power, as you may see, 2 Tim. 1.7.
And hence the strength infused into a Christians soul, is called the Spirit of power, as you may see, 2 Tim. 1.7.
cc av dt n1 vvn p-acp dt njpg2 n1, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1064
Page 287
8273
Because indeed it is wrought in us by the spirit. That place of the Apostle Paul is cleer and full to this purpose, Ephes. 3.16. where he desireth God in the behalf of that people, That he would grant them to be strengthened with all might in the inner man.
Because indeed it is wrought in us by the Spirit. That place of the Apostle Paul is clear and full to this purpose, Ephesians 3.16. where he Desires God in the behalf of that people, That he would grant them to be strengthened with all might in the inner man.
p-acp av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1. cst n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j cc j p-acp d n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1064
Page 287
8274
How so? Why by his spirit, as you may see in that place.
How so? Why by his Spirit, as you may see in that place.
c-crq av? uh-crq p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1064
Page 287
8275
And thus you see both that, and how they that belong to Jesus Christ, are kept by the almighty power of God in them.
And thus you see both that, and how they that belong to jesus christ, Are kept by the almighty power of God in them.
cc av pn22 vvb d d, cc c-crq pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1064
Page 287
8276
They that belong to Jesus Christ, are also kept by the almighty power of God for them.
They that belong to jesus christ, Are also kept by the almighty power of God for them.
pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 np1, vbr av vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8277
For even as God is strong in them, so he is also strong for them.
For even as God is strong in them, so he is also strong for them.
p-acp av c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp pno32, av pns31 vbz av j p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8278
And as he makes them strong, so he shews himself strong in their behalf, as the Expression is, 2 Chron. 16 9. The eyes of the Lord run to and fro through the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of those whose hearts are perfect with him.
And as he makes them strong, so he shows himself strong in their behalf, as the Expression is, 2 Chronicles 16 9. The eyes of the Lord run to and from through the Whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of those whose hearts Are perfect with him.
cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 j, av pns31 vvz px31 j p-acp po32 n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz, crd np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d rg-crq n2 vbr j p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8279
And thus they are preserved and kept, not only by the power of God strengthing and fortifying them within,
And thus they Are preserved and kept, not only by the power of God strengthing and fortifying them within,
cc av pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg cc vvg pno32 a-acp,
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8280
but also by the power of God protecting them, and helping them without.
but also by the power of God protecting them, and helping them without.
cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno32, cc vvg pno32 p-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8281
And therefore it is said the name of the Lord, that is, the power of the Lord is a strong Tower, the righteous runneth to it and is safe, Prov. 18.10.
And Therefore it is said the name of the Lord, that is, the power of the Lord is a strong Tower, the righteous Runneth to it and is safe, Curae 18.10.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1, dt j vvz p-acp pn31 cc vbz j, np1 crd.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8282
Now security of any person that runneth to a Tower for shelter, consists not in his own strength,
Now security of any person that Runneth to a Tower for shelter, consists not in his own strength,
av n1 pp-f d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz xx p-acp po31 d n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8283
but in the strength of the Tower he runs to. A strong Tower will protect a weak man;
but in the strength of the Tower he runs to. A strong Tower will Pact a weak man;
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp. dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8284
if he can get within it he is safe.
if he can get within it he is safe.
cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 pns31 vbz j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8285
And such a stong Tower is the name, the power of God for the safeguard of his people.
And such a stung Tower is the name, the power of God for the safeguard of his people.
cc d dt vvn n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8286
And thus you see, he keeps us through his own name, his own power (according to our Saviours prayer in my text) in a way of protection, by giving outward help and succour,
And thus you see, he keeps us through his own name, his own power (according to our Saviors prayer in my text) in a Way of protection, by giving outward help and succour,
cc av pn22 vvb, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 d n1, po31 d n1 (vvg p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po11 n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg j n1 cc n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8287
when we are in great danger. And this outward help he gives us two wayes. First sometimes immediately by his own power:
when we Are in great danger. And this outward help he gives us two ways. First sometime immediately by his own power:
c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp j n1. cc d j n1 pns31 vvz pno12 crd n2. ord av av-j p-acp po31 d n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1065
Page 287
8288
he helpeth us himself by his own almighty arm, without the use of second causes, and then his arm is made bare.
he Helpeth us himself by his own almighty arm, without the use of second Causes, and then his arm is made bore.
pns31 vvz pno12 n1 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f ord n2, cc av po31 n1 vbz vvn j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1066
Page 287
8289
He brings in succour to his people, as he made the world of nothing, and therefore he is said in Scripture, to create it, as you may see that place for instance, Isa. 65.18. Be ye glad and rejoice for ever, in that which I create, for behold I create Jerusalem a rejoycing, and her people a joy.
He brings in succour to his people, as he made the world of nothing, and Therefore he is said in Scripture, to create it, as you may see that place for instance, Isaiah 65.18. Be you glad and rejoice for ever, in that which I create, for behold I create Jerusalem a rejoicing, and her people a joy.
pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pix, cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. vbb pn22 j cc vvi p-acp av, p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb, c-acp vvb pns11 vvb np1 dt vvg, cc po31 n1 dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1066
Page 288
8290
And thus he kept his people in the fire, and in the water, and in the wilderness, where there were no means at all of preservation, he did it meerly by his own name.
And thus he kept his people in the fire, and in the water, and in the Wilderness, where there were no means At all of preservation, he did it merely by his own name.
cc av pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, c-crq a-acp vbdr dx n2 p-acp d pp-f n1, pns31 vdd pn31 av-j p-acp po31 d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1066
Page 288
8291
Secondly, Sometimes he helps and keeps his people mediately by his power communicated for that end to second causes:
Secondly, Sometime he helps and keeps his people mediately by his power communicated for that end to second Causes:
ord, av pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n2:
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8292
He raises instruments of their delivery, and makes them able to relieve his people, as he did the Judges often.
He raises Instruments of their delivery, and makes them able to relieve his people, as he did the Judges often.
pns31 vvz n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvz pno32 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vdd dt n2 av.
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8293
And as it is observed of David, when God was pleased to use him for the help of Israel, in a time of great distress, he furnished him with power sufficient to go through with the business which he had designed him to.
And as it is observed of David, when God was pleased to use him for the help of Israel, in a time of great distress, he furnished him with power sufficient to go through with the business which he had designed him to.
cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp.
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8294
And therefore saith the Lord of that instrument of his, Psal. 89.19, 20. I have laid help upon one that is mighty, I have exalted one chosen out of the people, I have found David my servant, with my holy oil have I annointed him.
And Therefore Says the Lord of that Instrument of his, Psalm 89.19, 20. I have laid help upon one that is mighty, I have exalted one chosen out of the people, I have found David my servant, with my holy oil have I anointed him.
cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, np1 crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn n1 p-acp pi cst vbz j, pns11 vhb vvn pi vvn av pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn np1 po11 n1, p-acp po11 j n1 vhb pns11 vvn pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8295
Mighty he is to help indeed, but it is because I have made him so, because I have laid help upon him.
Mighty he is to help indeed, but it is Because I have made him so, Because I have laid help upon him.
j pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp pn31 vbz c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno31 av, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn n1 p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8296
And so he stirs up some continually to favour and relieve his people;
And so he stirs up Some continually to favour and relieve his people;
cc av pns31 vvz a-acp d av-j p-acp n1 cc vvi po31 n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8297
he makes the earth sometimes to help the woman, men that have nothing else but earth in them;
he makes the earth sometime to help the woman, men that have nothing Else but earth in them;
pns31 vvz dt n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1, n2 cst vhb pix av cc-acp n1 p-acp pno32;
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8298
but still the power by which they help them is from him.
but still the power by which they help them is from him.
cc-acp av dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pno32 vbz p-acp pno31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8299
Their power is his power, and therefore when his people are preserved and kept by them, they are kept by his name,
Their power is his power, and Therefore when his people Are preserved and kept by them, they Are kept by his name,
po32 n1 vbz po31 n1, cc av c-crq po31 n1 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8300
as you have it in my text, and his name must have the glory.
as you have it in my text, and his name must have the glory.
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1, cc po31 n1 vmb vhi dt n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1067
Page 288
8301
This shall suffice for explication of the point, they that belong to Jesus Christ, are kept by the almighty power of God himself.
This shall suffice for explication of the point, they that belong to jesus christ, Are kept by the almighty power of God himself.
d vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 px31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1068
Page 288
8302
And there is pregnant reason for it.
And there is pregnant reason for it.
cc pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp pn31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1068
Page 288
8303
For first of all, no other power but his will keep them, and his is every way sufficient.
For First of all, no other power but his will keep them, and his is every Way sufficient.
p-acp ord pp-f d, dx j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvi pno32, cc po31 vbz d n1 j.
(37) part (DIV2)
1068
Page 288
8304
And secondly his power is mightily engaged to keep them.
And secondly his power is mightily engaged to keep them.
cc ord po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1068
Page 288
8305
They that belong to Jesus Christ are kept, &c. because no other power but his will keep them.
They that belong to jesus christ Are kept, etc. Because no other power but his will keep them.
pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 np1 vbr vvn, av p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvi pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8306
Kept they must be, and none but this alone will do it.
Kept they must be, and none but this alone will do it.
vvd pns32 vmb vbi, cc pix p-acp d av-j vmb vdi pn31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8307
Alas the adversaries power that is against them, is abundantly too strong for any power that can appear for them,
Alas the Adversaries power that is against them, is abundantly too strong for any power that can appear for them,
np1 dt n2 n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, vbz av-j av j c-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno32,
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8308
but that of the almighty God himself.
but that of the almighty God himself.
cc-acp d pp-f dt j-jn np1 px31.
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8309
The power of all the world, and all the strong temptations that are in it, of pleasure, profit, honour, which is bent against the Saints, you will conceive to be a great matter:
The power of all the world, and all the strong temptations that Are in it, of pleasure, profit, honour, which is bent against the Saints, you will conceive to be a great matter:
dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc d dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pn31, pp-f n1, n1, n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8310
Yet this is nothing in comparison; this is the least part of their danger.
Yet this is nothing in comparison; this is the least part of their danger.
av d vbz pix p-acp n1; d vbz dt ds n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8350
let us be wary of the same error, lest we find the same issue.
let us be wary of the same error, lest we find the same issue.
vvb pno12 vbi j pp-f dt d n1, cs pns12 vvb dt d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8311
What think you of the power of all the lusts and the corruptions that are in them, that are continually raging, warring? Who is able of himself to overpower and master these? What think you of the power of Satan,
What think you of the power of all the Lustiest and the corruptions that Are in them, that Are continually raging, warring? Who is able of himself to overpower and master these? What think you of the power of Satan,
q-crq vvb pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pno32, cst vbr av-j vvg, j-vvg? q-crq vbz j pp-f px31 p-acp vvi cc vvi d? q-crq vvb pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8312
and his black confederates, the power of darkness, as it is stiled in the Scripture? All the united strength of hell it self? nothing but the power of heaven is able to out wrestle this:
and his black confederates, the power of darkness, as it is styled in the Scripture? All the united strength of hell it self? nothing but the power of heaven is able to out wrestle this:
cc po31 j-jn n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1? av-d dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1? pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp av vvi d:
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8313
and they that will struggle with it, had need be strengthned by that glorious power.
and they that will struggle with it, had need be strengthened by that glorious power.
cc pns32 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31, vhd n1 vbi vvn p-acp d j n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1069
Page 288
8314
And hence our Saviour places the security of his Disciples in this That they are kept by him that is greater then all, John 10.29. That is, of greater strength, as I have shewed, so that none can pluck them out of his hand.
And hence our Saviour places the security of his Disciples in this That they Are kept by him that is greater then all, John 10.29. That is, of greater strength, as I have showed, so that none can pluck them out of his hand.
cc av po12 n1 n2 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 cst vbz jc cs d, np1 crd. cst vbz, pp-f jc n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, av d pix vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po31 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1070
Page 288
8315
They that belong to Jesus Christ, are kept, &c. because as no other power can keep them,
They that belong to jesus christ, Are kept, etc. Because as no other power can keep them,
pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 np1, vbr vvn, av c-acp p-acp dx j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno32,
(37) part (DIV2)
1071
Page 288
8316
so this is mightily engaged to be for them: And that especially two wayes, by the Sons prayer, and the Fathers promise.
so this is mightily engaged to be for them: And that especially two ways, by the Sons prayer, and the Father's promise.
av d vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32: cc cst av-j crd n2, p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc dt ng1 n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1071
Page 288
8317
1. By the Sons prayer, and that must not be denyed; For this we need to go no further then my text;
1. By the Sons prayer, and that must not be denied; For this we need to go no further then my text;
crd p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc cst vmb xx vbi vvn; c-acp d pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc cs po11 n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1072
Page 289
8318
Holy Father keep them through thy own name. Holy Father keep them through thy own name.
j n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po21 d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1072
Page 289
8319
It was one of the last requests he made when he was taking leave of this world,
It was one of the last requests he made when he was taking leave of this world,
pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt ord n2 pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vbds vvg n1 pp-f d n1,
(37) part (DIV2)
1072
Page 289
8320
and therefore certainly it was successfull. Simon, Simon, saith our Saviour, Satan hath desired to winnow thee as wheat.
and Therefore Certainly it was successful. Simon, Simon, Says our Saviour, Satan hath desired to winnow thee as wheat.
cc av av-j pn31 vbds j. np1, np1, vvz po12 n1, np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1072
Page 289
8321
But how is Peter kept now? Why by our Saviours intercession, I have prayed for thee that thy faith fail not. 2. By the Fathers promise;
But how is Peter kept now? Why by our Saviors Intercession, I have prayed for thee that thy faith fail not. 2. By the Father's promise;
cc-acp q-crq vbz np1 vvd av? uh-crq p-acp po12 ng1 n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 d po21 n1 vvb xx. crd p-acp dt ng1 n1;
(37) part (DIV2)
1072
Page 289
8322
he hath engaged himself by promise to his people many times, that his power shall be for them.
he hath engaged himself by promise to his people many times, that his power shall be for them.
pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 d n2, cst po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1073
Page 289
8323
The Covenant is a Constellation, and a heap of promises, and he is a God in Covenant with them.
The Covenant is a Constellation, and a heap of promises, and he is a God in Covenant with them.
dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1073
Page 289
8324
So that as he himself is theirs, so all his attributes are theirs too. His mercy to forgive them, his justice to avenge them, his power to keep them.
So that as he himself is theirs, so all his attributes Are theirs too. His mercy to forgive them, his Justice to avenge them, his power to keep them.
av d c-acp pns31 px31 vbz png32, av d po31 n2 vbr png32 av. po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(37) part (DIV2)
1073
Page 289
8325
The Romans were in league with many people, and if those people were in danger, they were obliged in point of honour to defend them;
The Roman were in league with many people, and if those people were in danger, they were obliged in point of honour to defend them;
dt njp2 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc cs d n1 vbdr p-acp n1, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32;
(37) part (DIV2)
1074
Page 289
8326
And so they did with as much diligence and care as they did their own City.
And so they did with as much diligence and care as they did their own city.
cc av pns32 vdd p-acp c-acp d n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 vdd po32 d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1074
Page 289
8327
Even thus it is between the Lord and his people; he is in League and Covenant with them, and he hath undertaken their protection:
Even thus it is between the Lord and his people; he is in League and Covenant with them, and he hath undertaken their protection:
np1 av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1; pns31 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vhz vvn po32 n1:
(37) part (DIV2)
1074
Page 289
8328
And therefore if they be in any streight, he is bound in point of honour to set his power on work to save them:
And Therefore if they be in any straight, he is bound in point of honour to Set his power on work to save them:
cc av cs pns32 vbb p-acp d j, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32:
(37) part (DIV2)
1074
Page 289
8329
And hence it is that they are kept by the almighty power of God as long as they remain in this world.
And hence it is that they Are kept by the almighty power of God as long as they remain in this world.
cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1.
(37) part (DIV2)
1074
Page 289
8331
IS it so that they that belong to Jesus Christ are kept, &c. Then in the first place let it serve for information, to let us see where our strength and safety lies.
IS it so that they that belong to jesus christ Are kept, etc. Then in the First place let it serve for information, to let us see where our strength and safety lies.
vbz pn31 av cst pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 vbr vvn, av av p-acp dt ord n1 vvb pn31 vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi c-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vvz.
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8332
We are in danger every day and every hour as long as we remain in this world;
We Are in danger every day and every hour as long as we remain in this world;
pns12 vbr p-acp n1 d n1 cc d n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8333
we have mighty enemies both without us and within us;
we have mighty enemies both without us and within us;
pns12 vhb j n2 av-d p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pno12;
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8334
we walk continually in the midst of traps and snares, and gins that Satan and his instruments do lay for us.
we walk continually in the midst of traps and snares, and begins that Satan and his Instruments do lay for us.
pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc vvz cst np1 cc po31 n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno12.
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8335
How are we preserved now, and where is our security? Truly my brethren, not in our own wisdom, grace, strength, &c. but in the name of God himself.
How Are we preserved now, and where is our security? Truly my brothers, not in our own Wisdom, grace, strength, etc. but in the name of God himself.
q-crq vbr pns12 vvn av, cc q-crq vbz po12 n1? np1 po11 n2, xx p-acp po12 d n1, n1, n1, av p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8336
We are kept by his power, and not our own.
We Are kept by his power, and not our own.
pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc xx po12 d.
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8337
Our blessed Saviour in his prayer doth not commit us to our selves, or any thing that is in us,
Our blessed Saviour in his prayer does not commit us to our selves, or any thing that is in us,
po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1 vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cc d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12,
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8338
but to his Fathers own name, q. d. They cannot keep themselves by any grace or strength that is within them or without them;
but to his Father's own name, q. worser. They cannot keep themselves by any grace or strength that is within them or without them;
cc-acp p-acp po31 n2 d n1, vvd. sy. pns32 vmbx vvi px32 p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32;
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8339
and therefore I beseech thee Father keep them through thy own name.
and Therefore I beseech thee Father keep them through thy own name.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1 vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1076
Page 289
8340
Well then, my brethren, let none of us be strong in his own strength, let us not trust to our own abilities to support us and uphold us, to bear us up,
Well then, my brothers, let none of us be strong in his own strength, let us not trust to our own abilities to support us and uphold us, to bear us up,
av av, po11 n2, vvb pix pp-f pno12 vbi j p-acp po31 d n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp po12 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp,
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 289
8341
and to safeguard us, in temptations and afflictions.
and to safeguard us, in temptations and afflictions.
cc pc-acp vvi pno12, p-acp n2 cc n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 289
8342
But let us know that grace received and infused is not sufficient of it self to keep us,
But let us know that grace received and infused is not sufficient of it self to keep us,
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi d n1 vvn cc vvn vbz xx j pp-f pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12,
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 289
8343
unless it be corroborated and supported still with new assisting grace and strength from God. And therefore he is said to keep us who are sanctified, that we fall not.
unless it be corroborated and supported still with new assisting grace and strength from God. And Therefore he is said to keep us who Are sanctified, that we fallen not.
cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn av p-acp j vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbr vvn, cst pns12 vvb xx.
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 289
8344
And we are kept not by inherent faith alone, but by the power of God through faith unto salvation; 1 Pet. 1.4.
And we Are kept not by inherent faith alone, but by the power of God through faith unto salvation; 1 Pet. 1.4.
cc pns12 vbr vvn xx p-acp j n1 av-j, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; vvn np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8345
And thus the Lord hath ordered it, that though we are endued with some degrees of grace and spiritual strength, we might be held to a perpetual necessary firm dependance on him, notwithstanding:
And thus the Lord hath ordered it, that though we Are endued with Some Degrees of grace and spiritual strength, we might be held to a perpetual necessary firm dependence on him, notwithstanding:
cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, cst cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1, pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j j j n1 p-acp pno31, a-acp:
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8346
And therefore when we rely on what we have received already, as if those measures which we have inherent in our selves were strong enough to cope with a temptation, the Lord will let us see how weak it is, by the withdrawing of his succour from us.
And Therefore when we rely on what we have received already, as if those measures which we have inherent in our selves were strong enough to cope with a temptation, the Lord will let us see how weak it is, by the withdrawing of his succour from us.
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn av, c-acp cs d n2 r-crq pns12 vhb j p-acp po12 n2 vbdr j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi c-crq j pn31 vbz, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8347
And this indeed was Peters case, he was too bold and confident upon the strength of his inherent grace, he thought no doubt his faith was so impregnable, that no temptation could prevail so far against it, to cause him to deny his Lord and Master;
And this indeed was Peter's case, he was too bold and confident upon the strength of his inherent grace, he Thought no doubt his faith was so impregnable, that no temptation could prevail so Far against it, to cause him to deny his Lord and Master;
cc d av vbds npg1 n1, pns31 vbds av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, pns31 vvd dx n1 po31 n1 vbds av j, cst dx n1 vmd vvi av av-j p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8348
No, not the fear of death it self:
No, not the Fear of death it self:
uh-dx, xx dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8349
and therefore God deserted him in reference to his assisting grace, and so he fell in the temptation;
and Therefore God deserted him in Referente to his assisting grace, and so he fell in the temptation;
cc av np1 vvn pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvg n1, cc av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1077
Page 290
8351
Is it so, That they that belong to Jesus Christ are kept, &c. This then should teach us to be bold and resolute in all cases,
Is it so, That they that belong to jesus christ Are kept, etc. This then should teach us to be bold and resolute in all cases,
vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 vbr vvn, av d av vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp d n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8352
and not to cast away our confidence, how desperate soever our condition be:
and not to cast away our confidence, how desperate soever our condition be:
cc xx pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, c-crq j av po12 n1 vbi:
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8353
I say as the Prophet, Who is among you that feareth the Lord, that walketh in darkness and can see no light? let him trust in the Name of the Lord, that is, the great and Almighty power of God, and stay upon his God, Isa. 50.10.
I say as the Prophet, Who is among you that fears the Lord, that walks in darkness and can see no Light? let him trust in the Name of the Lord, that is, the great and Almighty power of God, and stay upon his God, Isaiah 50.10.
pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn22 cst vvz dt n1, cst vvz p-acp n1 cc vmb vvi dx n1? vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8354
And this was that which Abraham trusted in, and stayed himself upon, in such a case wherein there was no likelihood, no probability at all to a humane apprehension.
And this was that which Abraham trusted in, and stayed himself upon, in such a case wherein there was no likelihood, no probability At all to a humane apprehension.
cc d vbds d r-crq np1 vvn p-acp, cc vvd px31 p-acp, p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds dx n1, dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8355
He staggered not at the promise of God, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God, Rom. 4.20.He staggered not At the promise of God, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God, Rom. 4.20.
pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vbds j p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8356
And whereupon did he repose and rest his faith? on the Almighty power of God, being fully perswaded that what he had promised, he was able to perform:
And whereupon did he repose and rest his faith? on the Almighty power of God, being Fully persuaded that what he had promised, he was able to perform:
cc c-crq vdd pns31 vvi cc vvi po31 n1? p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, vbg av-j vvn d r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi:
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8357
And so let us, my Brethren, rest on this power in all extremities and streights, let us hide our selves in the Name of God,
And so let us, my Brothers, rest on this power in all extremities and straights, let us hide our selves in the Name of God,
cc av vvb pno12, po11 n2, n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8358
and let us not be dashed, or permit our hearts to sink by reason of improbabilities, or want of means:
and let us not be dashed, or permit our hearts to sink by reason of improbabilities, or want of means:
cc vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn, cc vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2:
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8359
But let us seriously consider with our selves, that Jesus Christ hath, as it were, resigned us up into his Fathers hands, to be kept by his Name.
But let us seriously Consider with our selves, that jesus christ hath, as it were, resigned us up into his Father's hands, to be kept by his Name.
cc-acp vvb pno12 av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst np1 np1 vhz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvd pno12 a-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8360
And by that name and power of his, let us be confident we shall be kept, what ever our distresses be.
And by that name and power of his, let us be confident we shall be kept, what ever our Distresses be.
cc p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f png31, vvb pno12 vbi j pns12 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq av po12 n2 vbi.
(38) part (DIV2)
1078
Page 290
8361
And more particularly according to the Explication of the point, let us be confident, that if the danger be within, we shall be kept by the Almighty power of God within us strengthening.
And more particularly according to the Explication of the point, let us be confident, that if the danger be within, we shall be kept by the Almighty power of God within us strengthening.
cc av-dc av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno12 vbi j, cst cs dt n1 vbb a-acp, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vvg.
(38) part (DIV2)
1079
Page 290
8362
If our danger be without, we shall be kept by the Almighty power of God without us guarding and defending.
If our danger be without, we shall be kept by the Almighty power of God without us guarding and defending.
cs po12 n1 vbi p-acp, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vvg cc vvg.
(38) part (DIV2)
1079
Page 290
8363
If our danger be within, by reason of temptations or afflictions that lye hard upon us,
If our danger be within, by reason of temptations or afflictions that lie hard upon us,
cs po12 n1 vbb a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 cst vvb av-j p-acp pno12,
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 290
8364
and are about to overcome us, let us take courage to our selves, and resolve we shall be kept by this Almighty power of God within us, strengthening and supporting:
and Are about to overcome us, let us take courage to our selves, and resolve we shall be kept by this Almighty power of God within us, strengthening and supporting:
cc vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12, vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, vvg cc vvg:
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 290
8365
And that we shall be strengthned with all might, according to his glorious power.
And that we shall be strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power.
cc cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp po31 j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 290
8366
Oh thy temptations or afflictions (thou wilt say) are a crushing burthen to thee, thou art not able to sustain it:
O thy temptations or afflictions (thou wilt say) Are a crushing burden to thee, thou art not able to sustain it:
uh po21 n2 cc n2 (pns21 vm2 vvi) vbr dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r xx j pc-acp vvi pn31:
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 290
8367
Thou wilt cry out as Job perhaps, Job 6.11. What is my strength that I should hope? Is my strength the strength of stones? or is my flesh of brass? But man consider, is it thy own strength that thou standest in? If it were so, I must confess thy case were very sad indeed.
Thou wilt cry out as Job perhaps, Job 6.11. What is my strength that I should hope? Is my strength the strength of stones? or is my Flesh of brass? But man Consider, is it thy own strength that thou Standest in? If it were so, I must confess thy case were very sad indeed.
pns21 vm2 vvi av p-acp np1 av, np1 crd. q-crq vbz po11 n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi? vbz po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f n2? cc vbz po11 n1 pp-f n1? p-acp n1 vvi, vbz pn31 av d n1 cst pns21 vv2 n1? cs pn31 vbdr av, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1 vbdr av j av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 290
8368
But if thou be supported by the glorious power of an Almighty God, why shouldst thou doubt or be discouraged? Thus far perhaps (although with many bitter pangs of fear) thou hast past through the midst of thy temptations and afflictions;
But if thou be supported by the glorious power of an Almighty God, why Shouldst thou doubt or be discouraged? Thus Far perhaps (although with many bitter pangs of Fear) thou hast passed through the midst of thy temptations and afflictions;
p-acp cs pns21 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn np1, q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi cc vbi vvn? av av-j av (cs p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1) pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 cc n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 291
8369
thou hast been shaken fearfully, but yet thou hast not utterly been overthrown and cast down, thou hast not yet denyed the Holy One, as Job speaks;
thou hast been shaken fearfully, but yet thou hast not utterly been overthrown and cast down, thou hast not yet denied the Holy One, as Job speaks;
pns21 vh2 vbn vvn av-j, cc-acp av pns21 vh2 xx av-j vbn vvn cc vvn a-acp, pns21 vh2 xx av vvn dt j pi, p-acp n1 vvz;
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 291
8370
How hast thou been supported hitherto, but by the Name of God himself? was it not he that strengthned thee in those distresses, fears and agonies of thine? and cannot he uphold thee still? Is Gods hand shortned, that he cannot help? is any thing too hard for the Almighty?
How hast thou been supported hitherto, but by the Name of God himself? was it not he that strengthened thee in those Distresses, fears and agonies of thine? and cannot he uphold thee still? Is God's hand shortened, that he cannot help? is any thing too hard for the Almighty?
q-crq vh2 pns21 vbn vvn av, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31? vbds pn31 xx pns31 cst vvn pno21 p-acp d n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f png21? cc vmbx pns31 vvi pno21 av? vbz npg1 n1 vvn, cst pns31 vmbx vvi? vbz d n1 av av-j c-acp dt j-jn?
(38) part (DIV2)
1080
Page 291
8371
Suppose thy burthen shall be heavier yet, as that it may be is thy great fear:
Suppose thy burden shall be Heavier yet, as that it may be is thy great Fear:
vvb po21 n1 vmb vbi jc av, c-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi vbz po21 j n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8372
Is that any thing to God? is not his glorious Name sufficient to keep and bear thee up,
Is that any thing to God? is not his glorious Name sufficient to keep and bear thee up,
vbz d d n1 p-acp np1? vbz xx po31 j n1 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21 a-acp,
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8373
as well in heavier as in higher trials, that hath kept thee hitherto (it must be yeilded) or else thou hadst been overwhelmed in thy troubles? And what now will it be too weak,
as well in Heavier as in higher trials, that hath kept thee hitherto (it must be yielded) or Else thou Hadst been overwhelmed in thy Troubles? And what now will it be too weak,
c-acp av p-acp jc p-acp p-acp jc n2, cst vhz vvn pno21 av (pn31 vmb vbi vvn) cc av pns21 vhd2 vbn vvn p-acp po21 n2? cc q-crq av vmb pn31 vbi av j,
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8374
if thou be brought to greater exigencies and distresses? Indeed if thou wer't kept by creature-strength, either within thee,
if thou be brought to greater exigencies and Distresses? Indeed if thou Were't kept by Creature-strength, either within thee,
cs pns21 vbb vvn p-acp jc n2 cc n2? np1 cs pns21 vbdr|pn31 vvn p-acp n1, av-d p-acp pno21,
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8375
or without thee, the difference were very great, I must confess, between a heavy and a light affliction.
or without thee, the difference were very great, I must confess, between a heavy and a Light affliction.
cc p-acp pno21, dt n1 vbdr av j, pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp dt j cc dt j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8376
But now it matters not at all;
But now it matters not At all;
p-acp av pn31 n2 xx p-acp d;
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8377
it is all one to the Almighty power of God, that will be sufficient for thee, let the case be what it will, or what it can.
it is all one to the Almighty power of God, that will be sufficient for thee, let the case be what it will, or what it can.
pn31 vbz d pi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb vbi j p-acp pno21, vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, cc r-crq pn31 vmb.
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8378
It may be thou conceivest, that if thy burthen were a little heavier, if but a grain or two were added to it, thou wert gone, thou must be overlaid, and crushed, and broken instantly.
It may be thou conceivest, that if thy burden were a little Heavier, if but a grain or two were added to it, thou Wertenberg gone, thou must be overlaid, and crushed, and broken instantly.
pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vv2, cst cs po21 n1 vbdr dt av-j jc, cs p-acp dt n1 cc crd vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, pns21 vbd2r vvn, pns21 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn av-jn.
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8379
Oh but remember that of the Apostle, Ephes. 3.16. God is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we can either ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.
O but Remember that of the Apostle, Ephesians 3.16. God is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we can either ask or think, according to the power that works in us.
uh cc-acp vvb d pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vbz j pc-acp vdi j-vvg av-j p-acp d cst pns12 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi, vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12.
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8380
He is able by that power whereby he hath sustained thee so long, to strengthen and support thee still;
He is able by that power whereby he hath sustained thee so long, to strengthen and support thee still;
pns31 vbz j p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno21 av av-j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21 av;
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8381
what ever further trial come upon thee, beyond all that thou canst ask, yea beyond all that thou canst think, he is able to do more then thou art able to imagine.
what ever further trial come upon thee, beyond all that thou Canst ask, yea beyond all that thou Canst think, he is able to do more then thou art able to imagine.
r-crq av av-j n1 vvn p-acp pno21, p-acp d cst pns21 vm2 vvi, uh p-acp d cst pns21 vm2 vvi, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi dc cs pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi.
(38) part (DIV2)
1081
Page 291
8382
If our danger be without, from enemies that set against us with all their policy and power,
If our danger be without, from enemies that Set against us with all their policy and power,
cs po12 n1 vbi p-acp, p-acp n2 cst vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8383
and have reduced us to great extremities and streights;
and have reduced us to great extremities and straights;
cc vhb vvn pno12 p-acp j n2 cc n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8384
let us resolve we shall be kept by the Almighty power of God without us, guarding and defending.
let us resolve we shall be kept by the Almighty power of God without us, guarding and defending.
vvb pno12 vvi pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, vvg cc vvg.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8385
Let us say boldly as the Psalmist did in such a case, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man can do unto me.
Let us say boldly as the Psalmist did in such a case, The Lord is my helper, I will not Fear what man can do unto me.
vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vbz po11 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno11.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8386
I must confess that we are apt to cast away our confidence, and to despair of succour and deliverance.
I must confess that we Are apt to cast away our confidence, and to despair of succour and deliverance.
pns11 vmb vvi cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 cc n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8387
It was the Prophet Davids weakness, as himself acknowledges, Psal. 77.10.
It was the Prophet Davids weakness, as himself acknowledges, Psalm 77.10.
pn31 vbds dt n1 npg1 n1, c-acp px31 vvz, np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8388
But if we fail at any time with holy David, let us come off as he did;
But if we fail At any time with holy David, let us come off as he did;
p-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp j np1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp c-acp pns31 vdd;
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8389
let us ingenuously confess that it is our infirmity, and let us call to mind with him, the right hand of the most High.
let us ingenuously confess that it is our infirmity, and let us call to mind with him, the right hand of the most High.
vvb pno12 av-j vvi cst pn31 vbz po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt av-ds j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8390
Oh let us think upon the great and the Almighty power of God; for that is intimated by his right hand, which commonly is stronger then the left,
O let us think upon the great and the Almighty power of God; for that is intimated by his right hand, which commonly is Stronger then the left,
uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; p-acp d vbz vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1, r-crq av-j vbz jc cs dt j,
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8391
and so let us uphold our fainting spirits, when they are apt to sink within us.
and so let us uphold our fainting spirits, when they Are apt to sink within us.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi po12 j-vvg n2, c-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8392
As Luther did, when one supposed that the Emperor with all his Forces would fall upon the Duke of Savoy, who was the great Protector of the Protestants at that time:
As Luther did, when one supposed that the Emperor with all his Forces would fallen upon the Duke of Savoy, who was the great Protector of the Protestants At that time:
p-acp np1 vdd, c-crq pi vvd d dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8393
And where, saith he, will Luther be then? That holy man returned this suddain answer, Aut in Coelo, aut sub Coelo, either in Heaven,
And where, Says he, will Luther be then? That holy man returned this sudden answer, Or in Coelo, Or sub Coelo, either in Heaven,
cc c-crq, vvz pns31, vmb np1 vbi av? cst j n1 vvd d j n1, fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, d p-acp n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 291
8394
or under Heaven, because he expected protection from Heaven as long as he lived, and knew he should have possession of heaven when ever he died.
or under Heaven, Because he expected protection from Heaven as long as he lived, and knew he should have possession of heaven when ever he died.
cc p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd, cc vvd pns31 vmd vhi n1 pp-f n1 c-crq av pns31 vvd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1082
Page 292
8395
But may we rest upon it then, that we shall have protection from the Name of God in all dangers? That he will keep us through his own Name?
But may we rest upon it then, that we shall have protection from the Name of God in all dangers? That he will keep us through his own Name?
cc-acp vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pn31 av, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2? cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 d n1?
(38) part (DIV2)
1083
Page 292
8396
To this I answer, if we belong to Jesus Christ, we may be sure we shall be kept by it, either one way or other, either from the outward danger,
To this I answer, if we belong to jesus christ, we may be sure we shall be kept by it, either one Way or other, either from the outward danger,
p-acp d pns11 vvb, cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 np1, pns12 vmb vbi j pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, d crd n1 cc n-jn, av-d p-acp dt j n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8397
or else from the inward dammage; either in a way of deliverance, or if not so, in a way of assistance.
or Else from the inward damage; either in a Way of deliverance, or if not so, in a Way of assistance.
cc av p-acp dt j n1; d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cs xx av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8398
The Prayer of our Intercessor in my text shall not be in all respects in vain for us.
The Prayer of our Intercessor in my text shall not be in all respects in vain for us.
dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp d n2 p-acp j p-acp pno12.
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8399
It's true, the Lord may leave us sometimes in the outward danger, and may not keep us by his power for us;
It's true, the Lord may leave us sometime in the outward danger, and may not keep us by his power for us;
pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 av p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12;
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8400
But then he will be sure to keep us by his power in us. If he take not off our burthen, he will give us strength to bear it.
But then he will be sure to keep us by his power in us. If he take not off our burden, he will give us strength to bear it.
cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12. cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp po12 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8401
And if he do not keep us from the evill, he will keep us in the evil. One way or other we shall have succour from his great Name.
And if he do not keep us from the evil, he will keep us in the evil. One Way or other we shall have succour from his great Name.
cc cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-jn, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n-jn. crd n1 cc j-jn pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po31 j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8402
If it be not a shield to cover us and protect us, it shall be an arm to underprop us and support us;
If it be not a shield to cover us and Pact us, it shall be an arm to underprop us and support us;
cs pn31 vbb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12;
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8403
underneath us shall be the everlasting arms, as Moses speaks. Deut. 33 27. So that here is comfort still, in any trial or temptation:underneath us shall be the everlasting arms, as Moses speaks. Deuteronomy 33 27. So that Here is Comfort still, in any trial or temptation:
p-acp pno12 vmb vbi dt j n2, p-acp np1 vvz. np1 crd crd av cst av vbz n1 av, p-acp d n1 cc n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8404
If we be not delivered from it, we shall be enabled to bear it. And here lest any of you should look on this as cold comfort.
If we be not Delivered from it, we shall be enabled to bear it. And Here lest any of you should look on this as cold Comfort.
cs pns12 vbb xx vvn p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. cc av cs d pp-f pn22 vmd vvi p-acp d c-acp j-jn n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1084
Page 292
8405
I must tell you that it is a richer mercy to be enabled by the power of God within, to bear a trial,
I must tell you that it is a Richer mercy to be enabled by the power of God within, to bear a trial,
pns11 vmb vvi pn22 cst pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8406
then to be rescued and delivered from it by his power without; this latter we desire most;
then to be rescued and Delivered from it by his power without; this latter we desire most;
cs pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp; d d pns12 vvb ds;
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8407
but out of doubt the first is best for us:
but out of doubt the First is best for us:
cc-acp av pp-f n1 dt ord vbz js p-acp pno12:
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8408
For do but weigh it, my Beloved, outward help and outward succor and deliverance by the power of God, is but a common mercy, of which the worst of men partake;
For do but weigh it, my beloved, outward help and outward succour and deliverance by the power of God, is but a Common mercy, of which the worst of men partake;
c-acp vdb cc-acp vvb pn31, po11 j-vvn, j n1 cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz p-acp dt j n1, pp-f r-crq dt js pp-f n2 vvb;
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8409
yea of which the beasts partake; in this respect he saveth man and beast.
yea of which the beasts partake; in this respect he Saveth man and beast.
uh a-acp r-crq dt n2 vvb; p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz n1 cc n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8410
How often doth the Lord put forth his power to rescue the vilest of the sons of men, from outward danger;
How often does the Lord put forth his power to rescue the Vilest of the Sons of men, from outward danger;
uh-crq av vdz dt n1 vvd av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp j n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8411
yea the vilest of the creatures! But he supports and strengthens by his grace within, none but his own people.
yea the Vilest of the creatures! But he supports and strengthens by his grace within, none but his own people.
uh dt js pp-f dt n2! p-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp, pix cc-acp po31 d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8412
It is the proper and peculiar priviledge of those that are given up to Jesus Christ, to be kept this way by the Name of God.
It is the proper and peculiar privilege of those that Are given up to jesus christ, to be kept this Way by the Name of God.
pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vbi vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8413
Paul was importunate you know, to be delivered from the Messenger of Satan that was sent to buffet him;Paul was importunate you know, to be Delivered from the Messenger of Satan that was sent to buffet him;
np1 vbds j pn22 vvb, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno31;
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8414
For this thing ▪ besought the Lord thrice, that is might depart from me, 2 Cor. 12.8. He could not speed in that Petition, he could not get deliverance, but he got support, which was abundantly the richest mercy:For this thing ▪ besought the Lord thrice, that is might depart from me, 2 Cor. 12.8. He could not speed in that Petition, he could not get deliverance, but he god support, which was abundantly the Richest mercy:
p-acp d n1 ▪ vvn dt n1 av, cst vbz vmd vvi p-acp pno11, crd np1 crd. pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d vvb, pns31 vmd xx vvi n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd vvi, r-crq vbds av-j dt js n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8415
And when did God ever say to an ungodly wretch in such a case, as he doth there to the Apostle Paul, My grace is sufficient for thee,
And when did God ever say to an ungodly wretch in such a case, as he does there to the Apostle Paul, My grace is sufficient for thee,
cc q-crq vdd np1 av vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pns31 vdz zz p-acp dt n1 np1, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp pno21,
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8416
and my strength is perfected in weakness? He hath very often given wicked men sufficient outward succour,and my strength is perfected in weakness? He hath very often given wicked men sufficient outward succour,
cc po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1? pns31 vhz av av vvn j n2 j j n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8417
but he never gave them yet sufficient inward grace; this is peculiar to his own people.
but he never gave them yet sufficient inward grace; this is peculiar to his own people.
cc-acp pns31 av-x vvd pno32 av j j n1; d vbz j p-acp po31 d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1085
Page 292
8418
Is it so, that they that belong to Jesus Christ are kept, &c. Then when you are in any danger or distress, have recourse to this power.
Is it so, that they that belong to jesus christ Are kept, etc. Then when you Are in any danger or distress, have recourse to this power.
vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 vbr vvn, av av c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp d n1 cc n1, vhb n1 p-acp d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 292
8419
Seek not so much to outward means and second helps, but say as David, Psal. 68.11. Lord, do thou give us help from trouble:
Seek not so much to outward means and second helps, but say as David, Psalm 68.11. Lord, do thou give us help from trouble:
vvb xx av av-d p-acp j n2 cc ord n2, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd. n1, vdb pns21 vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 292
8420
If you be kept, it must be by the Name of God, to which you are committed by your Saviour.
If you be kept, it must be by the Name of God, to which you Are committed by your Saviour.
cs pn22 vbb vvn, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 292
8421
He saith not to the Father in my text, Let them be kept by humane strength, by worldly succours and accomodations;
He Says not to the Father in my text, Let them be kept by humane strength, by worldly succours and Accommodations;
pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvb pno32 vbi vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp j n2 cc n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 292
8422
But keep them through thy own Name:
But keep them through thy own Name:
cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8423
And therefore when you know not what to do, run to this Tower, the Name of God:
And Therefore when you know not what to do, run to this Tower, the Name of God:
cc av c-crq pn22 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, vvb p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8424
Seek the Lord, and seek his strength, as the Psalmist counsels you, Psal. 105.4.Seek the Lord, and seek his strength, as the Psalmist Counsels you, Psalm 105.4.
vvb dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8425
For you must know, my Brethren, it is not enough to make us capable of having sure protection in the name and power of God, that we belong to Jesus Christ;
For you must know, my Brothers, it is not enough to make us capable of having sure protection in the name and power of God, that we belong to jesus christ;
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi pno12 j pp-f vhg j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp np1 np1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8426
No, we may be so careless of our duty, that we may be deserted for the present of the power of God,
No, we may be so careless of our duty, that we may be deserted for the present of the power of God,
uh-x, pns12 vmb vbi av j pp-f po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8427
and may not have it to relieve us and defend us: And this is that which Ezra intimates, Ezra 8.22. The hand, that is, the power of God, is upon all them for good that seek him:
and may not have it to relieve us and defend us: And this is that which Ezra intimates, Ezra 8.22. The hand, that is, the power of God, is upon all them for good that seek him:
cc vmb xx vhi pn31 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12: cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz p-acp d pno32 p-acp j cst vvb pno31:
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8428
If we neglect him, we may miss of favour from him, as Asa did in such a case, the Lord would not put forth his power to heal him,
If we neglect him, we may miss of favour from him, as Asa did in such a case, the Lord would not put forth his power to heal him,
cs pns12 vvb pno31, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vmd xx vvi av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31,
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8429
because he sought not to the Lord, but to Physitians:
Because he sought not to the Lord, but to Physicians:
c-acp pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n2:
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8430
And therefore when we are in danger any way, from within, or from without, let us lift up our hearts and cry to God, with the afflicted Church, Psal. 80.2. Stir up thy strength and come and save us;
And Therefore when we Are in danger any Way, from within, or from without, let us lift up our hearts and cry to God, with the afflicted Church, Psalm 80.2. Stir up thy strength and come and save us;
cc av c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 d n1, p-acp a-acp, cc p-acp p-acp, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 cc vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd. vvb a-acp po21 n1 cc vvi cc vvb pno12;
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8431
and let us see that we do it in the way that God would have us,
and let us see that we do it in the Way that God would have us,
cc vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vdb pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vmd vhi pno12,
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8432
and that we seek him in the due order, as the expression is, 1 Chron. 15.13.
and that we seek him in the due order, as the expression is, 1 Chronicles 15.13.
cc cst pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz, crd np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8433
And to this end I shall give you some directions. 1. Seek him early while he may be found of you;
And to this end I shall give you Some directions. 1. Seek him early while he may be found of you;
cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2. crd vvb pno31 av-j cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn22;
(38) part (DIV2)
1086
Page 293
8434
you must not run through all your other holds, and fly to all your other stays,
you must not run through all your other holds, and fly to all your other stays,
pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp d po22 j-jn n2, cc vvi p-acp d po22 j-jn n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1087
Page 293
8435
and when you find that you are disappointed in them all, then go to hide your selves,
and when you find that you Are disappointed in them all, then go to hide your selves,
cc c-crq pn22 vvb cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 d, av vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1087
Page 293
8436
and not till then in this Name, when you know not what to do;
and not till then in this Name, when you know not what to do;
cc xx c-acp av p-acp d n1, c-crq pn22 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi;
(38) part (DIV2)
1087
Page 293
8437
for then perhaps the Lord will shut the doors against you, and leave you helpless in your troubles:
for then perhaps the Lord will shut the doors against you, and leave you helpless in your Troubles:
c-acp av av dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 j p-acp po22 n2:
(38) part (DIV2)
1087
Page 293
8438
And truly it is just with God, that they that seek not to him, till they be driven out of all their shifts, should be neglected by him when they come.
And truly it is just with God, that they that seek not to him, till they be driven out of all their shifts, should be neglected by him when they come.
cc av-j pn31 vbz j p-acp np1, cst pns32 cst vvb xx p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn av pp-f d po32 n2, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31 c-crq pns32 vvb.
(38) part (DIV2)
1087
Page 293
8439
2. Humbly, or else the Name of God will not be a refuge to you.
2. Humbly, or Else the Name of God will not be a refuge to you.
crd av-j, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22.
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8440
You may come to him for shelter, but he will not receive you into his protection;
You may come to him for shelter, but he will not receive you into his protection;
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp po31 n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8441
No, he will resist the proud, he will keep them out of doors, he will leave them succourless in their distresses.
No, he will resist the proud, he will keep them out of doors, he will leave them succourless in their Distresses.
uh-dx, pns31 vmb vvi dt j, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 j p-acp po32 n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8442
They were so proud, and their stomachs were so high in prosperous times, that they looked not after God, God was not in all their thoughts, Psal. 10.4.
They were so proud, and their stomachs were so high in prosperous times, that they looked not After God, God was not in all their thoughts, Psalm 10.4.
pns32 vbdr av j, cc po32 n2 vbdr av j p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vvd xx p-acp np1, np1 vbds xx p-acp d po32 n2, np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8443
And therefore now when they come running to him, because they know not how to live without him, the Lord will look as little after them;
And Therefore now when they come running to him, Because they know not how to live without him, the Lord will look as little After them;
cc av av c-crq pns32 vvb vvg p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vvi c-acp j p-acp pno32;
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8444
let them do what they will for God.
let them do what they will for God.
vvb pno32 vdb r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp np1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8445
But on the other side, my Brethren, there are many sweet and pretious promises of mercy & protection to the humble person.
But on the other side, my Brothers, there Are many sweet and precious promises of mercy & protection to the humble person.
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, po11 n2, pc-acp vbr d j cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1088
Page 293
8466
Let us confess that God (according to our Saviours Prayer in my Text) hath kept us through his own Name.
Let us confess that God (according to our Saviors Prayer in my Text) hath kept us through his own Name.
vvb pno12 vvi cst np1 (vvg p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po11 n1) vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8467
And let his Name have all the glory.
And let his Name have all the glory.
cc vvb po31 n1 vhb d dt n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8446
3. Heartily, with all the heart, and all the soul, for so is the direction, Deut. 4.29. you must not seek him feignedly with half a heart, with a divided spirit;
3. Heartily, with all the heart, and all the soul, for so is the direction, Deuteronomy 4.29. you must not seek him feignedly with half a heart, with a divided Spirit;
crd av-j, p-acp d dt n1, cc d dt n1, p-acp av vbz dt n1, np1 crd. pn22 vmb xx vvi pno31 av-vvn p-acp j-jn dt n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1089
Page 293
8447
for if you do, you may expect such entertainment as is threatned to those dissembling wretches mentioned Prov. 1.28. They shall call upon me, but I will not answer;
for if you do, you may expect such entertainment as is threatened to those dissembling wretches mentioned Curae 1.28. They shall call upon me, but I will not answer;
c-acp cs pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 c-acp vbz vvn p-acp d j-vvg n2 vvn np1 crd. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi;
(38) part (DIV2)
1089
Page 293
8448
they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me;
pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pno11;
(38) part (DIV2)
1089
Page 293
8449
and you may look to speed as hollow-hearted Israel did, Hos. 5.6 They shall go with their flocks and with their herds to seek the Lord, and shall not find him.
and you may look to speed as hollowhearted Israel did, Hos. 5.6 They shall go with their flocks and with their herds to seek the Lord, and shall not find him.
cc pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi c-acp j np1 vdd, np1 crd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vmb xx vvi pno31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1089
Page 293
8450
4. Reformedly, in a way of Reformation, and amendment.
4. Reformedly, in a Way of Reformation, and amendment.
crd av-vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1090
Page 293
8451
It is in vain for a prophane and filthy person, so continuing, to run to the name of God in his distresses;
It is in vain for a profane and filthy person, so Continuing, to run to the name of God in his Distresses;
pn31 vbz p-acp j c-acp dt j cc j n1, av vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1090
Page 293
8452
He must not look for any shelter there, he shall not come neer God, for God will be sanctified in all that come near him.
He must not look for any shelter there, he shall not come near God, for God will be sanctified in all that come near him.
pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 a-acp, pns31 vmb xx vvi av-j np1, c-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb av-j pno31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1090
Page 293
8453
He that cannot endure to look upon prophaness with his eye, will not shrowd it with his wing.
He that cannot endure to look upon profaneness with his eye, will not shroud it with his wing.
pns31 cst vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1090
Page 294
8454
But to the Saints, to holy persons, the Lord will be a sure refuge; The Name of the Lord is a strong Tower, Prov. 18.10. the righteous runneth into it and is safe.
But to the Saints, to holy Persons, the Lord will be a sure refuge; The Name of the Lord is a strong Tower, Curae 18.10. the righteous Runneth into it and is safe.
p-acp p-acp dt n2, p-acp j n2, dt n1 vmb vbi dt j n1; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd. dt j vvz p-acp pn31 cc vbz j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1090
Page 294
8455
5. Constantly, we must hold out in seeking God, and that not only in the act,
5. Constantly, we must hold out in seeking God, and that not only in the act,
crd av-j, pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp vvg np1, cc cst xx av-j p-acp dt n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1091
Page 294
8456
but also in the power and vigor of it:
but also in the power and vigor of it:
cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31:
(38) part (DIV2)
1091
Page 294
8457
And as the Spouse, though she were long delaid, and though she met with many difficulties and disheartnings; yet she continued seeking still:
And as the Spouse, though she were long delayed, and though she met with many difficulties and disheartnings; yet she continued seeking still:
cc c-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbdr av-j vvn, cc cs pns31 vvd p-acp d n2 cc n2; av pns31 vvd vvg av:
(38) part (DIV2)
1091
Page 294
8458
She followed Christ through every lane and every street, and never left till she had found him:
She followed christ through every lane and every street, and never left till she had found him:
pns31 vvd np1 p-acp d n1 cc d n1, cc av-x vvn c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31:
(38) part (DIV2)
1091
Page 294
8459
So we must follow God, my Brethren, through all the Ordinances, all the means, all the wayes that lead to him,
So we must follow God, my Brothers, through all the Ordinances, all the means, all the ways that led to him,
av pns12 vmb vvi np1, po11 n2, p-acp d dt n2, d dt n2, d dt n2 cst vvb p-acp pno31,
(38) part (DIV2)
1091
Page 294
8460
and though he fly away and hide himself, we must not faint, and languish, but continue and hold out, till we have found him.
and though he fly away and hide himself, we must not faint, and languish, but continue and hold out, till we have found him.
cc cs pns31 vvb av cc vvi px31, pns12 vmb xx vvi, cc vvi, cc-acp vvb cc vvi av, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1091
Page 294
8461
Is it so, that they that belong to Christ are kept, &c. If then we have been kept in any dangers or distresses, let us look up to this Name:
Is it so, that they that belong to christ Are kept, etc. If then we have been kept in any dangers or Distresses, let us look up to this Name:
vbz pn31 av, cst pns32 cst vvb p-acp np1 vbr vvn, av cs av pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp d n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8462
let us not rest in the external means, and secondary causes of our succour or deliverance;
let us not rest in the external means, and secondary Causes of our succour or deliverance;
vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp dt j n2, cc j n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8463
but let us look beyond them and above them, to the name of God.
but let us look beyond them and above them, to the name of God.
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8464
Let us see this Name of his engraven and enstampt upon them, as the Prophet counsels, Mich. 6.9. The man of wisdom shall see thy Name;
Let us see this Name of his engraven and enstampt upon them, as the Prophet Counsels, Mich. 6.9. The man of Wisdom shall see thy Name;
vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pp-f po31 vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp dt n1 n2, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po21 n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8465
and when we see it, let us acknowledge it to be the fountain of our help, the cause of all our succour and deliverance:
and when we see it, let us acknowledge it to be the fountain of our help, the cause of all our succour and deliverance:
cc c-crq pns12 vvb pn31, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt n1 pp-f d po12 n1 cc n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1092
Page 294
8468
And thus far of the means by which our Saviour here desires, that his Disciples and Apostles might be kept, his Fathers Name;
And thus Far of the means by which our Saviour Here Desires, that his Disciples and Apostles might be kept, his Father's Name;
cc av av-j pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 av vvz, cst po31 n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn, po31 ng1 n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1093
Page 294
8469
Holy Father, keep through thy own Name those whom thou hast given me. Holy Father, keep through thy own Name those whom thou hast given me.
j n1, vvb p-acp po21 d n1 d ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(38) part (DIV2)
1093
Page 294
8470
The End for which he prays they might be kept, comes now in order to be handled, That they may be one as we are.
The End for which he prays they might be kept, comes now in order to be handled, That they may be one as we Are.
dt vvb p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vmd vbi vvn, vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1094
Page 294
8471
A strange expression, if we look upon it with a superficial view.
A strange expression, if we look upon it with a superficial view.
dt j n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1095
Page 294
8472
That the Disciples of our Saviour may be one in some respects, is very easie to imagine:
That the Disciples of our Saviour may be one in Some respects, is very easy to imagine:
cst dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi pi p-acp d n2, vbz av j pc-acp vvi:
(38) part (DIV2)
1095
Page 294
8473
But how they should be one, as God the Father and the Son are one, who are so one that they are the very same, the same essence, (for so the union is identical) though they be not the same person, this is hard to be conceived;
But how they should be one, as God the Father and the Son Are one, who Are so one that they Are the very same, the same essence, (for so the Union is Identical) though they be not the same person, this is hard to be conceived;
cc-acp c-crq pns32 vmd vbi pi, c-acp np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd, r-crq vbr av pi cst pns32 vbr dt av d, dt d n1, (c-acp av dt n1 vbz j) cs pns32 vbb xx dt d n1, d vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn;
(38) part (DIV2)
1095
Page 294
8474
yet this is the expression of our Saviour to his Father in my Text, That they be one as we are.
yet this is the expression of our Saviour to his Father in my Text, That they be one as we Are.
av d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vbb crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1095
Page 294
8475
Which that you may the better understand, my Brethren, you must know that [ as ] in Scripture is many times a note of similitude, and not of equality.
Which that you may the better understand, my Brothers, you must know that [ as ] in Scripture is many times a note of similitude, and not of equality.
r-crq d pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi, po11 n2, pn22 vmb vvi cst [ c-acp ] p-acp n1 vbz d n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx pp-f n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8476
It intimates the truth and the reality of that wherein the likeness stands, and not the measure and degree.
It intimates the truth and the reality of that wherein the likeness Stands, and not the measure and degree.
pn31 vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc xx dt n1 cc n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8477
I might give many instances wherein that particle is so taken; you may see that place for instance, Luk. 6.36. Be you merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
I might give many instances wherein that particle is so taken; you may see that place for instance, Luk. 6.36. Be you merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
pns11 vmd vvi d n2 c-crq d n1 vbz av vvn; pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. vbb pn22 j, c-acp po22 n1 av vbz j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8478
It is impossible for any man to be merciful as God, if you look to the degree:
It is impossible for any man to be merciful as God, if you look to the degree:
pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j c-acp np1, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8479
For as the Heavens are higher then the Earth, so are his ways and thoughts above ours, in reference to mercy and forgiveness:
For as the Heavens Are higher then the Earth, so Are his ways and thoughts above ours, in Referente to mercy and forgiveness:
c-acp c-acp dt n2 vbr jc cs dt n1, av vbr po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp png12, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8480
But yet we may be merciful as God is, really and truly so, although not so in such a measure.
But yet we may be merciful as God is, really and truly so, although not so in such a measure.
cc-acp av pns12 vmb vbi j c-acp np1 vbz, av-j cc av-j av, cs xx av p-acp d dt n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8481
We may be merciful as he, though not as merciful as he.
We may be merciful as he, though not as merciful as he.
pns12 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31, cs xx p-acp j c-acp pns31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8482
So in my Text our Saviour prays in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples to his Father, that they may be one (saith he) as we are, as thee and I are.
So in my Text our Saviour prays in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples to his Father, that they may be one (Says he) as we Are, as thee and I Are.
av p-acp po11 n1 po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd (vvz pns31) c-acp pns12 vbr, p-acp pno21 cc pns11 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 294
8483
The meaning is not, that they may be one as neerly (that is impossible) but that they may be one as truly as we are.
The meaning is not, that they may be one as nearly (that is impossible) but that they may be one as truly as we Are.
dt n1 vbz xx, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp av-j (d vbz j) cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 295
8484
Not that they may be one by a substantial and identical, but by a real union as we are.
Not that they may be one by a substantial and Identical, but by a real Union as we Are.
xx cst pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp dt j cc j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 295
8485
Not that they many be one in all respects, but that they may be one in some respects as we are.
Not that they many be one in all respects, but that they may be one in Some respects as we Are.
xx cst pns32 d vbb pi p-acp d n2, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1096
Page 295
8486
But you will ask me then, what those respects are? I will shew you in a Word.
But you will ask me then, what those respects Are? I will show you in a Word.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av, r-crq d n2 vbr? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8487
God and Christ, the Father and the Son are two persons.
God and christ, the Father and the Son Are two Persons.
np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8488
And yet though they be two persons, they agree in every thing Though they be divers, yet they never differ;
And yet though they be two Persons, they agree in every thing Though they be diverse, yet they never differ;
cc av cs pns32 vbb crd n2, pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 cs pns32 vbb j, av pns32 av-x vvb;
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8489
No, they do continually minde the same things, they will and nill the same things, they love and hate the same things:
No, they do continually mind the same things, they will and nill the same things, they love and hate the same things:
uh-dx, pns32 vdb av-j vvi dt d n2, pns32 vmb cc vmb dt d n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi dt d n2:
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8490
There is an unexpressible agreement and consent between them every way;
There is an unexpressible agreement and consent between them every Way;
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 d n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8491
even so it is exceedingly to be desired, that the Disciples of our Saviour, though they be many persons,
even so it is exceedingly to be desired, that the Disciples of our Saviour, though they be many Persons,
av av pn31 vbz av-vvg pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cs pns32 vbb d n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8492
yet they may be of one mind, and one heart, and one affection:
yet they may be of one mind, and one heart, and one affection:
av pns32 vmb vbi pp-f crd n1, cc crd n1, cc crd n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8493
That they may agree in all things, that there may be no difference, no divisions, no jars, no strifes, no rents among them;
That they may agree in all things, that there may be no difference, no divisions, no jars, no strifes, no rends among them;
cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1, dx n2, dx n2, dx n2, dx n2 p-acp pno32;
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8494
but that they may in this respect be one, even as the Father and Son are.
but that they may in this respect be one, even as the Father and Son Are.
cc-acp cst pns32 vmb p-acp d n1 vbb pi, av c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1097
Page 295
8495
And this, you see, is the great thing for which our Saviour is a suitor to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that they might be at unity among themselves.
And this, you see, is the great thing for which our Saviour is a suitor to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that they might be At unity among themselves.
cc d, pn22 vvb, vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1098
Page 295
8496
This is the end for which he prays they may be kept by the Almighty power of God himself, that as far as it is possible for men to be, they may be one,
This is the end for which he prays they may be kept by the Almighty power of God himself, that as Far as it is possible for men to be, they may be one,
d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 px31, cst c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi, pns32 vmb vbi pi,
(38) part (DIV2)
1098
Page 295
8497
even as the Father and the Son are one;
even as the Father and the Son Are one;
av c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr pi;
(38) part (DIV2)
1098
Page 295
8498
Holy Father keep them through thy own Name, that they may be one as we are. Holy Father keep them through thy own Name, that they may be one as we Are.
j n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1098
Page 295
8499
So that the Observation clearly intimated here is this.
So that the Observation clearly intimated Here is this.
av cst dt n1 av-j vvn av vbz d.
(38) part (DIV2)
1098
Page 295
8500
DOCTRINE. It is a matter of wondrous difficulty, and of high Concernment, for Christs Disciples to be at neerest unity among themselves.DOCTRINE. It is a matter of wondrous difficulty, and of high Concernment, for Christ Disciples to be At nearest unity among themselves.
n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc pp-f j n1, p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1098
Page 295
8501
Both these particulars, I take it, are apparently suggested in the words, First, that it is a point of wondrous difficulty;
Both these particulars, I take it, Are apparently suggested in the words, First, that it is a point of wondrous difficulty;
d d n2-j, pns11 vvb pn31, vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, ord, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1099
Page 295
8502
Then that it is a point of high concernment, that all that are bestowed on Jesus Christ, should (as far as men may be) be one,
Then that it is a point of high concernment, that all that Are bestowed on jesus christ, should (as Far as men may be) be one,
av cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, vmd (c-acp av-j c-acp n2 vmb vbi) vbi pi,
(38) part (DIV2)
1099
Page 295
8503
as God and Christ are one. I shall clear them in order, from the Text and other Scriptures.
as God and christ Are one. I shall clear them in order, from the Text and other Scriptures.
c-acp np1 cc np1 vbr crd. pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1099
Page 295
8504
It is a matter of wondrous difficulty, even for Christs Disciples to be at neerest unity among themselves.
It is a matter of wondrous difficulty, even for Christ Disciples to be At nearest unity among themselves.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av c-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8505
Our Saviour saw it to be very hard for them in all things to agree together,
Our Saviour saw it to be very hard for them in all things to agree together,
po12 n1 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi av j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi av,
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8506
and therefore he desires it may be brought about by the Almighty power of God himself;
and Therefore he Desires it may be brought about by the Almighty power of God himself;
cc av pns31 vvz pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 px31;
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8507
Holy Father keep them through thy own Name, that they may be one as we are. Holy Father keep them through thy own Name, that they may be one as we Are.
j n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8508
He prays his Father to set his own Almighty power about it, to effect it; by which he intimateth that it is no easie matter.
He prays his Father to Set his own Almighty power about it, to Effect it; by which he intimateth that it is no easy matter.
pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31; p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz dx j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8509
It is observable how the Apostle struggles for it, 2 Thess. 3.16. The God of peace himself give you peace always by all means:
It is observable how the Apostle struggles for it, 2 Thess 3.16. The God of peace himself give you peace always by all means:
pn31 vbz j c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1 px31 vvi pn22 n1 av p-acp d n2:
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8510
So that there is no possibility of having peace, unless God himself bestow it;
So that there is no possibility of having peace, unless God himself bestow it;
av cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vhg n1, cs np1 px31 vvi pn31;
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8511
unless he bow the heavens and come down, and work it in the hearts of his people.
unless he bow the heavens and come down, and work it in the hearts of his people.
cs pns31 vvb dt n2 cc vvb a-acp, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8512
It is beyond the power of any creature to keep the Saints themselves in unity and peace, unless God himself do it.
It is beyond the power of any creature to keep the Saints themselves in unity and peace, unless God himself do it.
pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 px32 p-acp n1 cc n1, cs np1 px31 vdb pn31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8513
And so the Apostle having well considered the wondrous difficulty of it, turns himself to God.
And so the Apostle having well considered the wondrous difficulty of it, turns himself to God.
cc av dt n1 vhg av vvn dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vvz px31 p-acp np1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 295
8514
Now the God of peace himself give it. q. d. Now the God of peace himself give it. q. worser.
av dt n1 pp-f n1 px31 vvi pn31. sy. sy.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8515
I see no other means will do it, and therefore I beseech thee Lord, thou who art the God of peace, do thou thy self make unity among thy people.
I see no other means will do it, and Therefore I beseech thee Lord, thou who art the God of peace, do thou thy self make unity among thy people.
pns11 vvb dx j-jn n2 vmb vdi pn31, cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, pns21 r-crq vb2r dt n1 pp-f n1, vdb pns21 po21 n1 vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8516
That phrase of the Apostle is notable to this purpose. Eph. 4.3. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
That phrase of the Apostle is notable to this purpose. Ephesians 4.3. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
cst n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n1. np1 crd. vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8517
NONLATINALPHABET, The word there used, imports the doing of a thing with much intention, with inward care,
, The word there used, imports the doing of a thing with much intention, with inward care,
, dt n1 a-acp vvn, vvz dt vdg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp j n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8518
and outward diligence, and labour, and endeavour to the very utmost.
and outward diligence, and labour, and endeavour to the very utmost.
cc j n1, cc n1, cc vvi p-acp dt j j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8519
The setting of ones self about a business strenuously, and with all his might, which would not need,
The setting of ones self about a business strenuously, and with all his might, which would not need,
dt n-vvg pp-f pig n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j, cc p-acp d po31 n1, r-crq vmd xx vvi,
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8520
if it were an easie matter. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
if it were an easy matter. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1. vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8521
So that you see it is a matter of wondrous difficulty, for Christs Disciples to be at neerest unity among themselves.
So that you see it is a matter of wondrous difficulty, for Christ Disciples to be At nearest unity among themselves.
av cst pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1100
Page 296
8522
But you will ask me how it should be so? A man would think it should be no hard matter for Christs Disciples to be all one:
But you will ask me how it should be so? A man would think it should be no hard matter for Christ Disciples to be all one:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 c-crq pn31 vmd vbi av? dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 vmd vbi dx j n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi d crd:
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8523
for them who are so closely and so neerly joyned so many wayes, and by so many tyes;
for them who Are so closely and so nearly joined so many ways, and by so many ties;
c-acp pno32 r-crq vbr av av-j cc av av-j vvn av d n2, cc p-acp av d n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8524
who are all one body, one spirit, who have all one Head, one God, one Lord, one faith, one hope, one baptism, to be at unity among themselves.
who Are all one body, one Spirit, who have all one Head, one God, one Lord, one faith, one hope, one Baptism, to be At unity among themselves.
r-crq vbr d crd n1, crd n1, r-crq vhb d crd n1, crd np1, crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8525
Indeed it is a task almost insuperable to have peace with all the world.
Indeed it is a task almost insuperable to have peace with all the world.
np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 av j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp d dt n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8526
To say the truth, it is impossible, as the Apostle Paul insinuates in his exhortation, Rom. 12.18. If it be possible, as much as lies in you, live peaceably with all men.
To say the truth, it is impossible, as the Apostle Paul insinuates in his exhortation, Rom. 12.18. If it be possible, as much as lies in you, live peaceably with all men.
p-acp vvi dt n1, pn31 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. cs pn31 vbb j, c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pn22, vvb av-j p-acp d n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8527
But to live peaceably with Saints and fellow members, for such to be at unity among themselves, what difficulty should there be in this!
But to live peaceably with Saints and fellow members, for such to be At unity among themselves, what difficulty should there be in this!
p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2 cc n1 n2, p-acp d pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32, r-crq n1 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp d!
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8528
How cometh it to pass that this is such a hard matter, That the almighty power of God himself is called down from heaven about it?
How comes it to pass that this is such a hard matter, That the almighty power of God himself is called down from heaven about it?
q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi cst d vbz d dt j n1, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 px31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31?
(38) part (DIV2)
1101
Page 296
8529
Why my beloved there be many things even in the Saints and Christs Disciples, that make the matter difficult.
Why my Beloved there be many things even in the Saints and Christ Disciples, that make the matter difficult.
q-crq po11 j-vvn a-acp vbb d n2 av p-acp dt n2 cc npg1 n2, cst vvb dt n1 j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1102
Page 296
8530
And I shall draw them all that I shall mention, to these two heads.
And I shall draw them all that I shall mention, to these two Heads.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 d cst pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp d crd n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1102
Page 296
8531
There are some things in which they are too much alike, and there are other things in which they differ overmuch;
There Are Some things in which they Are too much alike, and there Are other things in which they differ overmuch;
pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av av-d av, cc pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av;
(38) part (DIV2)
1102
Page 296
8532
and both of them do make it wonderfully hard even for the Saints to be at unity among themselves.
and both of them do make it wonderfully hard even for the Saints to be At unity among themselves.
cc d pp-f pno32 vdb vvi pn31 av-j av-j av p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1102
Page 296
8534
They are all (the holiest of them) too carnal, they have too much corruption in them easily to close together.
They Are all (the Holiest of them) too carnal, they have too much corruption in them Easily to close together.
pns32 vbr d (dt js pp-f pno32) av j, pns32 vhb av d n1 p-acp pno32 av-j pc-acp vvi av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8535
And this is that the Apostle Paul observes in the Corinthians, 1 Epist. 3.3.
And this is that the Apostle Paul observes in the Corinthians, 1 Epistle 3.3.
cc d vbz d dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, crd np1 crd.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8536
Whereas there is among you strife, and envy, and division, are you not carnal? Is it not very manifest, that there is much corruption,Whereas there is among you strife, and envy, and division, Are you not carnal? Is it not very manifest, that there is much corruption,
cs pc-acp vbz p-acp pn22 n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbr pn22 xx j? vbz pn31 xx av j, cst pc-acp vbz d n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8537
and much flesh in you? And is not this the cause of these dissentions? It may be you are apt to think it to be otherwise,
and much Flesh in you? And is not this the cause of these dissensions? It may be you Are apt to think it to be otherwise,
cc d n1 p-acp pn22? cc vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f d n2? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av,
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8538
but mark what the Apostle saith James 4.1. From whence come wars and fightings among you? Whence do they come? Why hence they come, will some men say;
but mark what the Apostle Says James 4.1. From whence come wars and fightings among you? Whence do they come? Why hence they come, will Some men say;
cc-acp vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz np1 crd. p-acp q-crq vvb n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pn22? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi? uh-crq av pns32 vvb, vmb d n2 vvb;
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8539
I am so troubled and molested, I am so grosly injured and abused that I cannot live in peace.
I am so troubled and molested, I am so grossly injured and abused that I cannot live in peace.
pns11 vbm av vvn cc vvn, pns11 vbm av av-j vvn cc vvn cst pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8540
Never was any man so basely used, so vilely dealt withall, as I have been, and that by those that are accounted honest men.
Never was any man so basely used, so vilely dealt withal, as I have been, and that by those that Are accounted honest men.
av-x vbds d n1 av av-j vvn, av av-j vvn av, c-acp pns11 vhb vbn, cc cst p-acp d cst vbr vvn j n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8541
And hence it is that I cannot be at rest:
And hence it is that I cannot be At rest:
cc av pn31 vbz cst pns11 vmbx vbi p-acp n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8542
No, no, saith the Apostle, thou art much deceived, I had as lief thou hadst said nothing.
No, no, Says the Apostle, thou art much deceived, I had as lief thou Hadst said nothing.
uh-dx, uh-dx, vvz dt n1, pns21 vb2r av-d vvn, pns11 vhd a-acp av-j pns21 vhd2 vvn pix.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8543
It is the wickedness and the corruption that is in thee, that is the true and real cause of all this.
It is the wickedness and the corruption that is in thee, that is the true and real cause of all this.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21, cst vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f d d.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 296
8544
From hence come wars and fightings among you, even from your lusts that warr in your members. From hence come wars and fightings among you, even from your Lustiest that war in your members.
p-acp av vvb n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pn22, av p-acp po22 n2 cst n1 p-acp po22 n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 297
8545
And I will shew you what those lusts are, which make it so extremely hard, even for the Saints to be at unity among themselves. 1. They are too proud:
And I will show you what those Lustiest Are, which make it so extremely hard, even for the Saints to be At unity among themselves. 1. They Are too proud:
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 r-crq d n2 vbr, r-crq vvb pn31 av av-jn j, av p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32. crd pns32 vbr av j:
(38) part (DIV2)
1103
Page 297
8546
The wise man tels us this hath a stroke in all quarrels, Prov. 13.10. And if in all, then in the quarrels of the Saints too.
The wise man tells us this hath a stroke in all quarrels, Curae 13.10. And if in all, then in the quarrels of the Saints too.
dt j n1 vvz pno12 d vhz dt n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd. cc cs p-acp d, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1104
Page 297
8547
And truly my beloved, were it not for this, there would not be such endless and implacable contentions about matters civil,
And truly my Beloved, were it not for this, there would not be such endless and implacable contentions about matters civil,
cc av-j po11 j-vvn, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d, pc-acp vmd xx vbi d j cc j n2 p-acp n2 j,
(38) part (DIV2)
1104
Page 297
8548
as there are sometimes between those that are Christs Disciples. It is their pride that neither side will stoop or bow;
as there Are sometime between those that Are Christ Disciples. It is their pride that neither side will stoop or bow;
c-acp pc-acp vbr av p-acp d cst vbr npg1 n2. pn31 vbz po32 n1 cst dx n1 vmb vvi cc vvi;
(38) part (DIV2)
1104
Page 297
8549
both are high and both are stiff, and so there can no possible accommodation or accord be made between them.
both Are high and both Are stiff, and so there can no possible accommodation or accord be made between them.
d vbr j cc d vbr j, cc av pc-acp vmb dx j n1 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1104
Page 297
8550
And were it not for pride there would not be such endless and implacable contentions about matters doctrinal.
And were it not for pride there would not be such endless and implacable contentions about matters doctrinal.
cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp n1 a-acp vmd xx vbi d j cc j n2 p-acp n2 j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8551
This is the true and real cause, why men will not indure to be gainsaid and crost in their opinion,
This is the true and real cause, why men will not endure to be gainsaid and crossed in their opinion,
d vbz dt j cc j n1, q-crq n2 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8552
but presently they fret and fume and fall into an everlasting strife about words, whereof cometh envy, railing, evil surmisings,
but presently they fret and fume and fallen into an everlasting strife about words, whereof comes envy, railing, evil surmisings,
cc-acp av-j pns32 vvb cc vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2, c-crq vvz n1, vvg, j-jn n2-vvg,
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8553
and perverse disputings, as the Apostle shewes, 1 Tim. 6.4, 5. Now would you have the character of such a person as carryes matters in this fashion? saith the Apostle, he is proud, knowing nothing. and perverse disputings, as the Apostle shows, 1 Tim. 6.4, 5. Now would you have the character of such a person as carries matters in this fashion? Says the Apostle, he is proud, knowing nothing.
cc j n2-vvg, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd, crd av vmd pn22 vhi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vvz n2 p-acp d n1? vvz dt n1, pns31 vbz j, vvg pix.
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8555
And hence it comes to pass that men are so unalterable in their fancies and conceipts, that having once asserted them and owned them, they will not lay them down again (no though they be convinced) for their honours sake.
And hence it comes to pass that men Are so unalterable in their fancies and conceits, that having once asserted them and owned them, they will not lay them down again (not though they be convinced) for their honours sake.
cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n2 vbr av j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cst vhg a-acp vvn pno32 cc vvd pno32, pns32 vmb xx vvi pno32 a-acp av (xx c-acp pns32 vbb vvn) p-acp po32 ng1 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8556
Remarkable and exemplary is the resolution and humility of Job in such a case, Job 6.24. Teach me and I will hold my peace, and make me know wherein I have erred.
Remarkable and exemplary is the resolution and humility of Job in such a case, Job 6.24. Teach me and I will hold my peace, and make me know wherein I have erred.
j cc j vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd. vvb pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc vvb pno11 vvi c-crq pns11 vhb vvn.
(38) part (DIV2)
1105
Page 297
8557
In which ingenuous disposition, did those who differ in their judgements constantly agree, they might be quickly brought,
In which ingenuous disposition, did those who differ in their Judgments constantly agree, they might be quickly brought,
p-acp r-crq j n1, vdd d r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n2 av-j vvi, pns32 vmd vbi av-j vvn,
(38) part (DIV2)
1106
Page 297
8558
if not wherein they err, to change their minds, yet to allay them so, with humility and love, that they should never break forth into bitterness against their brethren.
if not wherein they err, to change their minds, yet to allay them so, with humility and love, that they should never break forth into bitterness against their brothers.
cs xx c-crq pns32 vvb, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av pc-acp vvi pno32 av, p-acp n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmd av-x vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1106
Page 297
8559
But while they have such a deal of pride among them (while they are so alike in this regard) it is impossible they should agree together.
But while they have such a deal of pride among them (while they Are so alike in this regard) it is impossible they should agree together.
p-acp cs pns32 vhb d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 (cs pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp d n1) pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd vvi av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1106
Page 297
8560
2. It is impossible, even for the Saints, to be in all respects at unity among themselves,
2. It is impossible, even for the Saints, to be in all respects At unity among themselves,
crd pn31 vbz j, av p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vbi p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp px32,
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8561
because as they are too proud, so they are too selfish. Herein they are too near alike easily to close together.
Because as they Are too proud, so they Are too selfish. Herein they Are too near alike Easily to close together.
c-acp c-acp pns32 vbr av j, av pns32 vbr av n1. av pns32 vbr av av-j av av-j pc-acp vvi av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8562
This is indeed the great make-bate, it hath a special hand, and is a violent eager stickler in all the quarrels that are driven to and fro among men.
This is indeed the great makebate, it hath a special hand, and is a violent eager stickler in all the quarrels that Are driven to and from among men.
d vbz av dt j n1, pn31 vhz dt j n1, cc vbz dt j j n1 p-acp d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp cc av p-acp n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8563
From hence it is that men are so inflexible and so extremly stiff in their opinions, that they will abate nothing,
From hence it is that men Are so inflexible and so extremely stiff in their opinions, that they will abate nothing,
p-acp av pn31 vbz d n2 vbr av j cc av av-jn j p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pix,
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8564
nor yield to nothing for quietness and peace sake; it is their love, not to the truth, but to themselves, it is their self-love.
nor yield to nothing for quietness and peace sake; it is their love, not to the truth, but to themselves, it is their Self-love.
ccx vvi p-acp pix p-acp n1 cc n1 n1; pn31 vbz po32 n1, xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp px32, pn31 vbz po32 n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8565
And so it is the selfishness of men that makes them so intent upon their own things that they will have the utmost in a business,
And so it is the selfishness of men that makes them so intent upon their own things that they will have the utmost in a business,
cc av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vvz pno32 av n1 p-acp po32 d n2 cst pns32 vmb vhi dt j p-acp dt n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8566
and urge extremity of right, and will not part with any thing almost to purchase pretious peace.
and urge extremity of right, and will not part with any thing almost to purchase precious peace.
cc vvi n1 pp-f n-jn, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 av pc-acp vvi j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8567
It is because they love themselves too well, and because there is so much of this even in the Saints, this makes it wonderfully hard for them to be at unity among themselves.
It is Because they love themselves too well, and Because there is so much of this even in the Saints, this makes it wonderfully hard for them to be At unity among themselves.
pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vvb px32 av av, cc c-acp pc-acp vbz av d pp-f d av p-acp dt n2, d vvz pn31 av-j av-j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1107
Page 297
8568
I might name other things in which they are too much alike to close so nearly as they should,
I might name other things in which they Are too much alike to close so nearly as they should,
pns11 vmd vvi j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av av-d av pc-acp vvi av av-j c-acp pns32 vmd,
(38) part (DIV2)
1108
Page 298
8569
but these shall serve for that branch.
but these shall serve for that branch.
cc-acp d vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1108
Page 298
8570
It is a hard thing for the Saints to live at unity among themselves, because as there are some things in which they are too much alike:
It is a hard thing for the Saints to live At unity among themselves, Because as there Are Some things in which they Are too much alike:
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp px32, c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av av-d av:
(38) part (DIV2)
1109
Page 298
8571
So there are other things in which they differ overmuch, so close so nearly as they should together.
So there Are other things in which they differ overmuch, so close so nearly as they should together.
av a-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av, av av-j av av-j c-acp pns32 vmd av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1109
Page 298
8572
For differences make divisions many times, even among Christs Disciples.
For differences make divisions many times, even among Christ Disciples.
p-acp n2 vvb n2 d n2, av p-acp npg1 n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1109
Page 298
8637
How is the Prophet David carried out beyond himself, and even ravished in the contemplation of this pretious unity among the Saints,
How is the Prophet David carried out beyond himself, and even ravished in the contemplation of this precious unity among the Saints,
q-crq vbz dt n1 np1 vvd av p-acp px31, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8573
And that you may the better look into the business, I will shew you many things in which they differ many times, which render a conjunction and a perfect union infinitely hard to be made and kept among them.
And that you may the better look into the business, I will show you many things in which they differ many times, which render a conjunction and a perfect Union infinitely hard to be made and kept among them.
cc cst pn22 vmb dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb d n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 cc dt j n1 av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1109
Page 298
8574
1. They are of divers tempers and of divers constitutions, and those will hardly close together.
1. They Are of diverse tempers and of diverse constitutions, and those will hardly close together.
crd pns32 vbr pp-f j n2 cc pp-f j n2, cc d vmb av av-j av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8575
As divers strings, unless they be of purpose tun'd alike, will not be unisons, they will not be of one sound:
As diverse strings, unless they be of purpose tuned alike, will not be unisons, they will not be of one found:
p-acp j n2, cs pns32 vbb pp-f n1 vvd av-j, vmb xx vbi n2, pns32 vmb xx vbi pp-f crd n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8576
They may be very sweet apart, but if you strike them all together, they will make a discord;
They may be very sweet apart, but if you strike them all together, they will make a discord;
pns32 vmb vbi av j av, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pno32 d av, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8577
So it is in this case:
So it is in this case:
av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1:
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8578
some of the Saints are of a melancholy sad, and others of a sanguine cheerfull temper.
Some of the Saints Are of a melancholy sad, and Others of a sanguine cheerful temper.
d pp-f dt n2 vbr pp-f dt j-jn j, cc n2-jn pp-f dt j j n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8579
The melancholy doth not like the cheerfull, the cheerfull doth not like the melancholy Saint. Or if he like him in his judgement, he cares not to converse with him,
The melancholy does not like the cheerful, the cheerful does not like the melancholy Saint. Or if he like him in his judgement, he Cares not to converse with him,
dt n-jn vdz xx av-j dt j, dt j vdz xx av-j dt j-jn n1. cc cs pns31 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31,
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8580
or not so much at least as with another, because he doth not suit his disposition. One Saint by reason of his constitution, (which grace doth never wholly alter,) is very hot and very active:
or not so much At least as with Another, Because he does not suit his disposition. One Saint by reason of his constitution, (which grace does never wholly altar,) is very hight and very active:
cc xx av av-d p-acp ds c-acp p-acp j-jn, c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1. crd n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (r-crq n1 vdz av av-jn vvi,) vbz av j cc j j:
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8581
Another Saint is very cold, and very dull.
another Saint is very cold, and very dull.
j-jn n1 vbz av j-jn, cc av j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8582
Those two being so unlike, will continually be disliking one another, and it may be censuring:
Those two being so unlike, will continually be disliking one Another, and it may be censuring:
d crd vbg av av-j, vmb av-j vbi j-vvg pi j-jn, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvg:
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8583
so that it will be very hard to bring them to so near a close as should be between Christs Disciples.
so that it will be very hard to bring them to so near a close as should be between Christ Disciples.
av cst pn31 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av av-j dt j c-acp vmd vbi p-acp npg1 n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1110
Page 298
8584
2. They are of divers stations and conditions, in the world, and in the Church. Some are high, and some are low, some are rich and some are poor.
2. They Are of diverse stations and conditions, in the world, and in the Church. some Are high, and Some Are low, Some Are rich and Some Are poor.
crd pns32 vbr pp-f j n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1. d vbr j, cc d vbr j, d vbr j cc d vbr j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1111
Page 298
8585
The high are ready to despise the low, the low are ready to envy the high.
The high Are ready to despise the low, the low Are ready to envy the high.
dt j vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j, dt j vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1111
Page 298
8586
The rich are ready to despise the poor;
The rich Are ready to despise the poor;
dt j vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j;
(38) part (DIV2)
1111
Page 298
8587
the poor, &c. One of them will be apt on all occasions to be perking at the other.
the poor, etc. One of them will be apt on all occasions to be perking At the other.
dt j, av crd pp-f pno32 vmb vbi j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n-jn.
(38) part (DIV2)
1111
Page 298
8588
And this will make a perfect union extremly difficult between them.
And this will make a perfect Union extremely difficult between them.
cc d vmb vvi dt j n1 av-jn j p-acp pno32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1111
Page 298
8589
3. They are of divers interests by reason of their callings, judgements, opinions, habitations, outward substance and estates;
3. They Are of diverse interests by reason of their callings, Judgments, opinions, habitations, outward substance and estates;
crd pns32 vbr pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, n2, n2, n2, j n1 cc n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8590
and differences will arise and grow from all these;
and differences will arise and grow from all these;
cc n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp d d;
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8591
So that it will be hard to keep them quiet, and to hold them close together.
So that it will be hard to keep them quiet, and to hold them close together.
av cst pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j av.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8592
Meum and tuum, is the rise of all dissentions;Meum and tuum, is the rise of all dissensions;
fw-la cc fw-la, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8593
it is this same thine and mine, that setteth men, yea the best men sometimes together by the Ears.
it is this same thine and mine, that sets men, yea the best men sometime together by the Ears.
pn31 vbz d d po21 cc png11, cst vvz n2, uh dt js n2 av av p-acp dt n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8594
This is my right, and that is thine; this is my place, and that is thine;
This is my right, and that is thine; this is my place, and that is thine;
d vbz po11 n-jn, cc d vbz png21; d vbz po11 n1, cc d vbz png21;
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8595
this is my opinion, and that is thine. If the interest were one, they would be one;
this is my opinion, and that is thine. If the Interest were one, they would be one;
d vbz po11 n1, cc d vbz png21. cs dt n1 vbdr crd, pns32 vmd vbi pi;
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8678
If he come in and find his family together by the ears, he will be in a rage too.
If he come in and find his family together by the ears, he will be in a rage too.
cs pns31 vvb p-acp cc vvi po31 n1 av p-acp dt n2, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8596
but sure it cannot be avoided, but it will be so different, in this world; there will be differences now and then even among the Saints themselves.
but sure it cannot be avoided, but it will be so different, in this world; there will be differences now and then even among the Saints themselves.
cc-acp av-j pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi av j, p-acp d n1; pc-acp vmb vbi n2 av cc av av p-acp dt n2 px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8597
It was upon the point of interest that Abraham and Lot fell out though they were both good men.
It was upon the point of Interest that Abraham and Lot fell out though they were both good men.
pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 cc n1 vvd av cs pns32 vbdr d j n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8598
And it is noted by the Holy Ghost himself as one especial reason of the strange consent and harmony that was among the primitive Saints,
And it is noted by the Holy Ghost himself as one especial reason of the strange consent and harmony that was among the primitive Saints,
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 px31 p-acp crd j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 cst vbds p-acp dt j n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8599
because their interest was one, Acts 4.32. The multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul.
Because their Interest was one, Acts 4.32. The multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul.
c-acp po32 n1 vbds pi, n2 crd. dt n1 pp-f pno32 d vvn vbdr pp-f crd n1 cc pp-f crd n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8600
How so? They had all things common, neither said any of them that any of the things which he possessed were his own.
How so? They had all things Common, neither said any of them that any of the things which he possessed were his own.
c-crq av? pns32 vhd d n2 j, av-dx vvd d pp-f pno32 cst d pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvn vbdr po31 d.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8601
The state of those times, my brethren, both admitted and required it, and we see the fruit of it.
The state of those times, my brothers, both admitted and required it, and we see the fruit of it.
dt n1 pp-f d n2, po11 n2, av-d vvn cc vvd pn31, cc pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 298
8602
It is not so, and to say truth, cannot be so in our dayes, and therefore it is much the harder to keep perfect unity among the Saints.
It is not so, and to say truth, cannot be so in our days, and Therefore it is much the harder to keep perfect unity among the Saints.
pn31 vbz xx av, cc pc-acp vvi n1, vmbx vbi av p-acp po12 n2, cc av pn31 vbz d dt jc pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 299
8603
When once they shall come all to be in one place, in one condition, of one opinion,
When once they shall come all to be in one place, in one condition, of one opinion,
c-crq a-acp pns32 vmb vvi d pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, pp-f crd n1,
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 299
8604
and to have one inheritance, and so to have one common interest among them all, when God shall be all in all, there will be no more divisions;
and to have one inheritance, and so to have one Common Interest among them all, when God shall be all in all, there will be no more divisions;
cc pc-acp vhi crd n1, cc av pc-acp vhi crd j n1 p-acp pno32 d, c-crq np1 vmb vbi av-d p-acp d, pc-acp vmb vbi dx dc n2;
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 299
8605
but in the mean time it is impossible they should in every thing agree together. 4. They are of divers qualifications.
but in the mean time it is impossible they should in every thing agree together. 4. They Are of diverse qualifications.
cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd p-acp d n1 vvi av. crd pns32 vbr pp-f j n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1112
Page 299
8606
There are diversities of gifts, saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12.4. Now these I must acknowledge are intended to beget union.There Are diversities of Gifts, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12.4. Now these I must acknowledge Are intended to beget Union.
pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. av d pns11 vmb vvi vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8607
But yet by accident, by reason of remainders of corruption in the Saints, they cause divisions.
But yet by accident, by reason of remainders of corruption in the Saints, they cause divisions.
p-acp av p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vvb n2.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8608
While some are of more judgement, and other some of more affection;
While Some Are of more judgement, and other Some of more affection;
cs d vbr pp-f dc n1, cc j-jn d pp-f dc n1;
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8609
while some are of greater, and other some of meaner gifts, here are occasions (I say not causes,
while Some Are of greater, and other Some of meaner Gifts, Here Are occasions (I say not Causes,
cs d vbr pp-f jc, cc j-jn d pp-f jc n2, av vbr n2 (pns11 vvb xx n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8610
but occasions) of dissention, while some are supercilious, and the other envious.
but occasions) of dissension, while Some Are supercilious, and the other envious.
cc-acp n2) pp-f n1, cs d vbr j, cc dt n-jn j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8611
As soon as the Apostle layes down the distinction between strong and weak Christians, Rom. 14.1. there follows disputation and division presently.
As soon as the Apostle lays down the distinction between strong and weak Christians, Rom. 14.1. there follows disputation and division presently.
p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp j cc j np1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvz n1 cc n1 av-j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8612
The one despises, and the other judges. The strong Christian is ready upon all occasions to despise the weak.
The one despises, and the other judges. The strong Christian is ready upon all occasions to despise the weak.
dt pi vvz, cc dt j-jn n2. dt j np1 vbz j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8613
The weak Christian is apt upon the other side to judge the strong.
The weak Christian is apt upon the other side to judge the strong.
dt j np1 vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt j.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8614
The strong slights, and the weak censures, and so there is a wofull breach of unity and peace among them.
The strong slights, and the weak censures, and so there is a woeful breach of unity and peace among them.
dt j n2, cc dt j n2, cc av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1113
Page 299
8615
By these things it is evident my brethren, that it is a matter of wondrous difficulty even for Christs Disciples to be at unity among themselves.
By these things it is evident my brothers, that it is a matter of wondrous difficulty even for Christ Disciples to be At unity among themselves.
p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz j po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 av p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(38) part (DIV2)
1114
Page 299
8616
And truly if we seriously consider how like they are in regard of some corruptions,
And truly if we seriously Consider how like they Are in regard of Some corruptions,
cc av-j cs pns12 av-j vvb c-crq av-j pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f d n2,
(38) part (DIV2)
1114
Page 299
8617
and how different they are in Constitutions, Stations, Interests and Qualifications, we will not wonder that the Almighty power of God is invocated by our Saviour to effect it.
and how different they Are in Constitutions, Stations, Interests and Qualifications, we will not wonder that the Almighty power of God is invocated by our Saviour to Effect it.
cc c-crq j pns32 vbr p-acp n2, n2, n2 cc n2, pns12 vmb xx vvi cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31.
(38) part (DIV2)
1114
Page 299
8618
JOHN 17.11. That they may be one as we are.JOHN 17.11. That they may be one as we Are.
np1 crd. cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(39) part (DIV2)
1114
Page 299
8619
AND this for clearing of the former member of the point, It is a matter of wondrous difficulty for Christs Disciples to be at nearest unity among themselves.
AND this for clearing of the former member of the point, It is a matter of wondrous difficulty for Christ Disciples to be At nearest unity among themselves.
cc d p-acp vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1116
Page 299
8620
Proceed we to the clearing of the second.
Proceed we to the clearing of the second.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord.
(39) part (DIV2)
1116
Page 299
8621
It is a matter of high concernment for Christs disciples to be at nearest unity among themselves.
It is a matter of high concernment for Christ Disciples to be At nearest unity among themselves.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1117
Page 299
8622
As of wondrous difficulty, so of very great concernment.
As of wondrous difficulty, so of very great concernment.
p-acp pp-f j n1, av pp-f av j n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1117
Page 299
8623
It is the first thing that our Saviour begs in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that they might be one:
It is the First thing that our Saviour begs in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that they might be one:
pn31 vbz dt ord n1 cst po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmd vbi pi:
(39) part (DIV2)
1117
Page 299
8624
And prayes his Father to effect it, by his own almighty power.
And prays his Father to Effect it, by his own almighty power.
cc vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp po31 d j-jn n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1117
Page 299
8625
Holy Father, keep them through thy own name, that they may be one as we are. Holy Father, keep them through thy own name, that they may be one as we Are.
j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(39) part (DIV2)
1117
Page 299
8626
By which he shews that as it is a hard thing, so it is a choise thing, a thing of special consequence, worthy the putting forth of the almighty power of God about it.
By which he shows that as it is a hard thing, so it is a choice thing, a thing of special consequence, worthy the putting forth of the almighty power of God about it.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, j dt vvg av pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31.
(39) part (DIV2)
1117
Page 299
8627
And therefore the Apostle Paul would have us strain our selves to get it and preserve it, to do as much as lies in us,
And Therefore the Apostle Paul would have us strain our selves to get it and preserve it, to do as much as lies in us,
cc av dt n1 np1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31, pc-acp vdi c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno12,
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8628
even to the utmost, as much as it is possible for men to do, to set all our abilities and all our faculties a work to procure and keep peace, Rom. 12.18.
even to the utmost, as much as it is possible for men to do, to Set all our abilities and all our faculties a work to procure and keep peace, Rom. 12.18.
av p-acp dt j, c-acp d c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 cc d po12 n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1, np1 crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8629
And to this end having perswaded the Colossians to adorn themselves with mercy, kindness humbleness of mind,
And to this end having persuaded the colossians to adorn themselves with mercy, kindness humbleness of mind,
cc p-acp d n1 vhg vvn dt njp2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, n1 n1 pp-f n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8630
and with the habits and the acts of meekness and long-suffering as with glorious robes, he perswadeth them at length to put on love, which is an uniting grace, a bond of perfectness, the uppermost garment (as it were) and so the largest, fairest, richest,
and with the habits and the acts of meekness and long-suffering as with glorious robes, he Persuadeth them At length to put on love, which is an uniting grace, a bound of perfectness, the uppermost garment (as it were) and so the Largest, Fairest, Richest,
cc p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j c-acp p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) cc av dt js, js, js,
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8631
and most pretious piece of the new cloathing of a Christian: And therefore puts a special Emphasis upon his exhortation to it;
and most precious piece of the new clothing of a Christian: And Therefore puts a special Emphasis upon his exhortation to it;
cc av-ds j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt njp: cc av vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn31;
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8632
Above all these things put on charity which is the bond of perfectness: which will unite and join you perfectly together.Above all these things put on charity which is the bound of perfectness: which will unite and join you perfectly together.
p-acp d d n2 vvn p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi pn22 av-j av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8633
They are not graces of the meanest rank that Paul commends to the Colossians in the former verses.
They Are not graces of the Meanest rank that Paul commends to the colossians in the former Verses.
pns32 vbr xx n2 pp-f dt js n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2 p-acp dt j n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8634
Yet having run through all of them, and being come at length to this uniting grace,
Yet having run through all of them, and being come At length to this uniting grace,
av vhg vvn p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n-vvg n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8635
as to the top and chief of all, he sets the finger of a hand against it, to point it out as supereminent:
as to the top and chief of all, he sets the finger of a hand against it, to point it out as supereminent:
c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn pp-f d, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp j:
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8636
Above all these things put on charity which is the bond of perfectness. Above all these things put on charity which is the bound of perfectness.
p-acp d d n2 vvn p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8679
Manasseh against Ephraim, and Ephraim against Manasseh, and both of them against Judah; Manasses against Ephraim, and Ephraim against Manasses, and both of them against Judah;
np1 p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp np1, cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp np1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8638
and therefore calleth others to join in admiration with him. Psal. 133.1. Behold how good and pleasant a thing it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
and Therefore calls Others to join in admiration with him. Psalm 133.1. Behold how good and pleasant a thing it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!
cc av vvz n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. np1 crd. vvb c-crq j cc j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1!
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8639
The admirable and surpassing excellency of it, is represented to us in the Scripture many wayes.
The admirable and surpassing excellency of it, is represented to us in the Scripture many ways.
dt j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31, vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 d n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8640
If God will promise any special mercy to the Church, it shall be this, Isa. 11.6.
If God will promise any special mercy to the Church, it shall be this, Isaiah 11.6.
cs np1 vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi d, np1 crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8641
The Wolf and Lamb shall dwell together, the Leopard shall lye down with the Kid, and the Lyon with the Calf, and a little Child shall lead them. The Wolf and Lamb shall dwell together, the Leopard shall lie down with the Kid, and the lion with the Calf, and a little Child shall led them.
dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8642
And great shall be the peace of thy Children, Isa, 54.13.And great shall be the peace of thy Children, Isaiah, 54.13.
cc j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, np1, crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8643
If he will give them any choice blessing, The Lord will bless his people with peace, Psal. 29.11.
If he will give them any choice blessing, The Lord will bless his people with peace, Psalm 29.11.
cs pns31 vmb vvi pno32 d j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8644
If we will pray for any favour worth striving for, it must be for Church-peace and unity among the Saints.
If we will pray for any favour worth striving for, it must be for Church peace and unity among the Saints.
cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 j vvg p-acp, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8645
Pray ye for the peace of Jerusalem, Psalm 112.7. that it may be like a City that is at unity within it self.Pray you for the peace of Jerusalem, Psalm 112.7. that it may be like a city that is At unity within it self.
vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. cst pn31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8646
And therefore the Apostle is so earnest for it, as it were for life and death, The God of peace give you peace alwayes, and by all means.
And Therefore the Apostle is so earnest for it, as it were for life and death, The God of peace give you peace always, and by all means.
cc av dt n1 vbz av j c-acp pn31, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 n1 av, cc p-acp d n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8647
By which he intimateth that as it is a thing of wondrous difficulty, so of great concernment for Christs Disciples to be at unity among themselves.
By which he intimateth that as it is a thing of wondrous difficulty, so of great concernment for Christ Disciples to be At unity among themselves.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av pp-f j n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8648
And this I shall lay open to you in a few paaticulars.
And this I shall lay open to you in a few paaticulars.
cc d pns11 vmb vvi j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(39) part (DIV2)
1118
Page 300
8649
It is of great concernment to the growth of Christs Disciples, and to their thriving in their spiritual estate.
It is of great concernment to the growth of Christ Disciples, and to their thriving in their spiritual estate.
pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cc p-acp po32 vvg p-acp po32 j n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8650
It is observed of the Church, Acts 4.32. that they were of one heart and one soul.
It is observed of the Church, Acts 4.32. that they were of one heart and one soul.
pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, n2 crd. cst pns32 vbdr pp-f crd n1 cc crd n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8651
And that which follows presently, is this, great grace was upon them all. It seems they were in the increasing and the thriving hand by this means.
And that which follows presently, is this, great grace was upon them all. It seems they were in the increasing and the thriving hand by this means.
cc cst r-crq vvz av-j, vbz d, j n1 vbds p-acp pno32 d. pn31 vvz pns32 vbdr p-acp dt vvg cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8652
Where there is great peace among the Saints, there is great grace too.
Where there is great peace among the Saints, there is great grace too.
c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vbz j n1 av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8653
Much union brings forth much communion, and much Communion brings forth much holiness and much grace.
Much Union brings forth much communion, and much Communion brings forth much holiness and much grace.
av-d n1 vvz av d n1, cc d n1 vvz av d n1 cc d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8654
When Christians walk on in a sweet and amicable way, they cannot choose but grow exceedingly.
When Christians walk on in a sweet and amicable Way, they cannot choose but grow exceedingly.
c-crq np1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1, pns32 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi av-vvg.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8655
But when dissentions make them to reserve themselves, this is extremely prejudicial to the increase in holiness which otherwise would be among them.
But when dissensions make them to reserve themselves, this is extremely prejudicial to the increase in holiness which otherwise would be among them.
p-acp c-crq n2 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi px32, d vbz av-jn j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 r-crq av vmd vbi p-acp pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8656
That place of the Apostle is very notable to this purpose, Col. 2, 19. And not holding the head from which all the body by joints,
That place of the Apostle is very notable to this purpose, Col. 2, 19. And not holding the head from which all the body by Joints,
cst n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av j p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd cc xx vvg dt n1 p-acp r-crq d dt n1 p-acp n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 300
8657
and bands having nourishment ministred and knit together, encreaseth with the increase of God; being knit together it maketh increase.and bans having nourishment ministered and knit together, increases with the increase of God; being knit together it makes increase.
cc n2 vhg n1 vvn cc vvn av, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; vbg vvn av pn31 vvz n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1119
Page 301
8658
It is of great concernment as to the growth of Christs Disciples, so also to their comfort, that they be at nearest unity among themselves;
It is of great concernment as to the growth of Christ Disciples, so also to their Comfort, that they be At nearest unity among themselves;
pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, av av p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vbb p-acp js n1 p-acp px32;
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8659
it is a notable expression of the Apostle Paul to this purpose, Col. 2.2. That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love:
it is a notable expression of the Apostle Paul to this purpose, Col. 2.2. That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love:
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd. cst po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn, vbg vvn av p-acp n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8660
There is the mercy wished them, that their hearts might be comforted;
There is the mercy wished them, that their hearts might be comforted;
pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd pno32, cst po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn;
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8661
and then the requisite condition and qualification to make them capable of this comfort, being knit together in love. Much union, much comfort; little union, little comfort; no union, no comfort:
and then the requisite condition and qualification to make them capable of this Comfort, being knit together in love. Much Union, much Comfort; little Union, little Comfort; no Union, no Comfort:
cc av dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j pp-f d n1, vbg vvn av p-acp n1. d n1, d n1; j n1, j n1; dx n1, dx n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8662
Indeed it is a pleasant thing for Brethren to live together in unity; but it is a bitter thing to live in discord and dissention;
Indeed it is a pleasant thing for Brothers to live together in unity; but it is a bitter thing to live in discord and dissension;
av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8663
it eats out all the joy and comfort of a man, and fills his spirit with vexation:
it eats out all the joy and Comfort of a man, and fills his Spirit with vexation:
pn31 vvz av d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8664
When men are over head and ears in Controversies and Contentions, especially Saints with Saints, it makes their lives unquiet and uncomfortable to them:
When men Are over head and ears in Controversies and Contentions, especially Saints with Saints, it makes their lives unquiet and uncomfortable to them:
c-crq n2 vbr p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, av-j n2 p-acp n2, pn31 vvz po32 n2 j cc j-u p-acp pno32:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8665
You shall observe how restless such men are, who are embroyled in troubles, and who are deep in Controversies and Contentions;
You shall observe how restless such men Are, who Are embroiled in Troubles, and who Are deep in Controversies and Contentions;
pn22 vmb vvi c-crq j d n2 vbr, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc q-crq vbr j-jn p-acp n2 cc n2;
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8666
they cannot eat, they cannot sleep, they cannot talk, they can do nothing cheerfully and freely, they are so clogged and cumbred with their own impatient and perplexed thoughts:
they cannot eat, they cannot sleep, they cannot talk, they can do nothing cheerfully and freely, they Are so clogged and cumbered with their own impatient and perplexed thoughts:
pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vmb vdi pix av-j cc av-j, pns32 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 d j cc j-vvn n2:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8667
Listen to them, and you shall hear them ever and anon complaining that every one is vexing them,
Listen to them, and you shall hear them ever and anon complaining that every one is vexing them,
vvb p-acp pno32, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av cc av vvg cst d pi vbz vvg pno32,
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8668
and troubling and molesting them, so that they cannot live in peace.
and troubling and molesting them, so that they cannot live in peace.
cc vvg cc vvg pno32, av cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8669
Their wives, their children, and their servants cannot be at quiet for them, they are in such a pelting humor upon every light occasion:
Their wives, their children, and their Servants cannot be At quiet for them, they Are in such a pelting humour upon every Light occasion:
po32 n2, po32 n2, cc po32 n2 vmbx vbi p-acp j-jn c-acp pno32, pns32 vbr p-acp d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d j n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8670
Their families are like the middle Region of the air, continually rent and torn with storms and thunders and tempestuous stirs, which rise at first of a thing of nothing, a thin invisible fume drawn up from the earth:
Their families Are like the middle Region of the air, continually rend and torn with storms and Thunders and tempestuous stirs, which rise At First of a thing of nothing, a thin invisible fume drawn up from the earth:
po32 n2 vbr av-j dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 cc j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp ord pp-f dt n1 pp-f pix, dt j j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8671
And all this comes to pass by the dissentions that they have with others, which takes away the meekness of their spirits,
And all this comes to pass by the dissensions that they have with Others, which Takes away the meekness of their spirits,
cc d d vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cst pns32 vhb p-acp ng2-jn, r-crq vvz av dt n1 pp-f po32 n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8672
and with that their quiet too:
and with that their quiet too:
cc p-acp d po32 j-jn av:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8673
And therefore you shall find a meek and quiet spirit joyned together, and made the chief adorning of a Christian, 1 Pet. 2.4. Whose adorning let it be that of the hidden man of the heart, even the adorning of a meek and quiet spirit:
And Therefore you shall find a meek and quiet Spirit joined together, and made the chief adorning of a Christian, 1 Pet. 2.4. Whose adorning let it be that of the hidden man of the heart, even the adorning of a meek and quiet Spirit:
cc av pn22 vmb vvi dt j cc j-jn n1 vvn av, cc vvd dt n-jn vvg pp-f dt njp, crd np1 crd. rg-crq vvg vvb pn31 vbb d pp-f dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, av dt vvg pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8674
It it be meek, it will be quiet; if enraged, it will be troubled;
It it be meek, it will be quiet; if enraged, it will be troubled;
pn31 pn31 vbb j, pn31 vmb vbi j-jn; cs vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn;
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8675
it will be like the Sea that cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt.
it will be like the Sea that cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt.
pn31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 cst vmbx vvi, rg-crq n2 vvd a-acp n1 cc n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1120
Page 301
8676
It is of so great concernment, as to the growth and comfort of Christs Disciples, that they be at unity, &c. so also to their keeping in with God himself;
It is of so great concernment, as to the growth and Comfort of Christ Disciples, that they be At unity, etc. so also to their keeping in with God himself;
pn31 vbz pp-f av j n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cst pns32 vbb p-acp n1, av av av p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp p-acp np1 px31;
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8677
they must have peace among themselves, if they will have peace with God; if they be angry one with another, God will be angry with them all.
they must have peace among themselves, if they will have peace with God; if they be angry one with Another, God will be angry with them all.
pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp px32, cs pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1; cs pns32 vbb j pi p-acp n-jn, np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32 d.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8680
and all these you must know, my Brethren, were within the verge and compass of the Church:
and all these you must know, my Brothers, were within the verge and compass of the Church:
cc d d pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, vbdr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8681
There were rents and breaches there, they were divided into parties, they were up one against another.
There were rends and Breaches there, they were divided into parties, they were up one against Another.
pc-acp vbdr n2 cc n2 a-acp, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n2, pns32 vbdr a-acp crd p-acp n-jn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8682
And what follows? For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still, Isa. 9.21.
And what follows? For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still, Isaiah 9.21.
cc q-crq vvz? p-acp d d po31 n1 vbz xx vvn av, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn av av, np1 crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8683
And is not this our case? Are not the members of the body mystical of Christ divided into factions, that struggle one against another (like the twins in Rebecca's womb) that bite,
And is not this our case? are not the members of the body mystical of christ divided into factions, that struggle one against Another (like the twins in Rebecca's womb) that bite,
cc vbz xx d po12 n1? vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n2, cst vvi pi p-acp j-jn (av-j dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1) cst vvb,
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 301
8684
and even devour one another? And this I make no question, is one cause among the rest why the wrath of the Lord is not turned away.
and even devour one Another? And this I make no question, is one cause among the rest why the wrath of the Lord is not turned away.
cc av vvb pi j-jn? cc d pns11 vvi dx n1, vbz crd n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx vvn av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8685
Our wrath is not turned away, and therefore his wrath is not turned way neither.
Our wrath is not turned away, and Therefore his wrath is not turned Way neither.
po12 n1 vbz xx vvn av, cc av po31 n1 vbz xx vvn n1 av-dx.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8686
Our hands are stretched out one against another still, and therefore his hand is stretched out against us all.
Our hands Are stretched out one against Another still, and Therefore his hand is stretched out against us all.
po12 n2 vbr vvn av crd p-acp n-jn av, cc av po31 n1 vbz vvn av p-acp pno12 d.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8687
We are not yet appeased one towards another, and therefore he is not appeased towards us:
We Are not yet appeased one towards Another, and Therefore he is not appeased towards us:
pns12 vbr xx av vvn pi p-acp n-jn, cc av pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno12:
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8688
We are making and continuing breaches still among our selves, and God is making and continuing breaches still among us:
We Are making and Continuing Breaches still among our selves, and God is making and Continuing Breaches still among us:
pns12 vbr vvg cc vvg n2 av p-acp po12 n2, cc np1 vbz vvg cc vvg n2 av p-acp pno12:
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8689
He deals with us just as we deal with one another; With the froward, saith the Psalmist, thou wilt shew thy self froward, Psal. 18.25. We are unjustly froward to our Brethren, and he is justly froward towards us.
He deals with us just as we deal with one Another; With the froward, Says the Psalmist, thou wilt show thy self froward, Psalm 18.25. We Are unjustly froward to our Brothers, and he is justly froward towards us.
pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 av c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp crd j-jn; p-acp dt j, vvz dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 j, np1 crd. pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp po12 n2, cc pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp pno12.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8690
As we have done, so God hath requited us;
As we have done, so God hath requited us;
c-acp pns12 vhb vdn, av np1 vhz vvn pno12;
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8691
Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah, saith the Lord, by taking vengeance, I will take vengeance upon Edom, Ezek. 25.12. Edom and Judah, you must know, my Brethren, came out of the same loyns;Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah, Says the Lord, by taking vengeance, I will take vengeance upon Edom, Ezekiel 25.12. Edom and Judah, you must know, my Brothers, Come out of the same loins;
p-acp d np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, p-acp vvg n1, pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. np1 cc np1, pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, vvd av pp-f dt d n2;
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8692
And truly till we cease from taking our revenge, as we have opportunitie, upon our Brethren, God will not cease from taking vengeance upon us.
And truly till we cease from taking our revenge, as we have opportunity, upon our Brothers, God will not cease from taking vengeance upon us.
cc av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp vvg po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vhb n1, p-acp po12 n2, np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno12.
(39) part (DIV2)
1121
Page 302
8693
It is of great concernment to the preservation of Christs Disciples, that they be at neerest unity among themselves.
It is of great concernment to the preservation of Christ Disciples, that they be At nearest unity among themselves.
pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cst pns32 vbb p-acp js n1 p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8694
It is one special means to enable them to stand and to hold out against their common enemies both without them and within them.
It is one special means to enable them to stand and to hold out against their Common enemies both without them and within them.
pn31 vbz crd j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp po32 j n2 av-d p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8695
It is an easie thing to break them and destroy them one by one;
It is an easy thing to break them and destroy them one by one;
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 pi p-acp crd;
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8696
but if they be united and bound up together, (as the Rods which the Roman gave his sons upon his death-bed) they will not be so quickly broken;
but if they be united and bound up together, (as the Rods which the Roman gave his Sons upon his deathbed) they will not be so quickly broken;
cc-acp cs pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn a-acp av, (c-acp dt n2 r-crq dt np1 vvd po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1) pns32 vmb xx vbi av av-j vvn;
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8697
they will find that their union is their strength and preservation;
they will find that their Union is their strength and preservation;
pns32 vmb vvi d po32 n1 vbz po32 n1 cc n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8717
As if the only way to keep them and preserve them, were to make them one among themselves.
As if the only Way to keep them and preserve them, were to make them one among themselves.
c-acp cs dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32, vbdr pc-acp vvi pno32 pi p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 303
8773
If there were no lusts within, there would be no wars without, as the Apostle James insinuates.If there were no Lustiest within, there would be no wars without, as the Apostle James insinuates.
cs a-acp vbdr dx n2 p-acp, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n2 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8698
If they stand fast in one spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel, they need to be in nothing terrified by their Adversaries, as the Apostle shews, Phil. 1.27. Indeed they will be terrible and dreadful to them.If they stand fast in one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel, they need to be in nothing terrified by their Adversaries, as the Apostle shows, Philip 1.27. Indeed they will be terrible and dreadful to them.
cs pns32 vvb av-j p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pix vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. av pns32 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8699
When Gods Jerusalem is as a City that is compacted within it self, when she is at unity,
When God's Jerusalem is as a city that is compacted within it self, when she is At unity,
c-crq n2 np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8700
then she is terrible as an Army of Banners, Cant. 6.4. It's true indeed, that Christs Disciples as they have the best friends, so they have the worst enemies.
then she is terrible as an Army of Banners, Cant 6.4. It's true indeed, that Christ Disciples as they have the best Friends, so they have the worst enemies.
cs pns31 vbz j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd. pn31|vbz j av, cst npg1 n2 c-acp pns32 vhb dt js n2, av pns32 vhb dt js n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1122
Page 302
8701
But let them be as many and as mighty as they will, if they could but hold together,
But let them be as many and as mighty as they will, if they could but hold together,
cc-acp vvb pno32 vbi p-acp d cc p-acp j c-acp pns32 vmb, cs pns32 vmd p-acp vvi av,
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8702
and if they were resolved as Joab and his brother Abishai, If they be too strong for thee, I will come and help thee;
and if they were resolved as Joab and his brother Abishai, If they be too strong for thee, I will come and help thee;
cc cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 np1, cs pns32 vbb av j p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi pno21;
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8703
and if they be too strong for me, thou shalt come and help me: If either of us be distressed, the other shall come in with all his succour;and if they be too strong for me, thou shalt come and help me: If either of us be distressed, the other shall come in with all his succour;
cc cs pns32 vbb av j c-acp pno11, pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvb pno11: cs d pp-f pno12 vbi vvn, dt n-jn vmb vvi p-acp p-acp d po31 n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8704
If thy corruptions, or temptations, or afflictions be too strong for thee, I will come and help thee with my Councels, with my Comforts, with my Prayers,
If thy corruptions, or temptations, or afflictions be too strong for thee, I will come and help thee with my Counsels, with my Comforts, with my Prayers,
cs po21 n2, cc n2, cc n2 vbb av j p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi pno21 p-acp po11 n2, p-acp po11 n2, p-acp po11 n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8705
and thou shalt deal accordingly with me.
and thou shalt deal accordingly with me.
cc pns21 vm2 vvi av-vvg p-acp pno11.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8706
If it were thus among the Saints, they would be impregnable against all the Oppositions that Earth or Hell could make against them.
If it were thus among the Saints, they would be impregnable against all the Oppositions that Earth or Hell could make against them.
cs pn31 vbdr av p-acp dt n2, pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp d dt n2 cst n1 cc n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8707
They are built up to a spiritual house, and if they were cemented well together, no storms would overthrow them.
They Are built up to a spiritual house, and if they were cemented well together, no storms would overthrow them.
pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc cs pns32 vbdr vvn av av, dx n2 vmd vvi pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8708
That is worth our observation, which Ferus writes of the Primitive Saints.
That is worth our observation, which Ferus writes of the Primitive Saints.
cst vbz j po12 n1, r-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt j n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8709
They were wont, saith he, to meet together very often, and there to lay open their several temptations, their means of resistance, their gracious success and happy deliverance:
They were wont, Says he, to meet together very often, and there to lay open their several temptations, their means of resistance, their gracious success and happy deliverance:
pns32 vbdr j, vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi av av av, cc a-acp pc-acp vvi vvi po32 j n2, po32 n2 pp-f n1, po32 j n1 cc j n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8710
And so to councel, and to comfort, and to encourage, and confirm and strengthen one another.
And so to council, and to Comfort, and to encourage, and confirm and strengthen one Another.
cc av p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi cc vvi pi j-jn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8711
As for my own part, I take very much comfort in the great unity that is to be observed among Gods people here in this place,
As for my own part, I take very much Comfort in the great unity that is to be observed among God's people Here in this place,
p-acp p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb av av-d vvi p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1 av p-acp d n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 302
8712
and in the frequent meetings which they have together.
and in the frequent meetings which they have together.
cc p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 303
8713
It is a joyfull thing to see their love in the truth, and I am confident they get much strength by it:
It is a joyful thing to see their love in the truth, and I am confident they get much strength by it:
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns11 vbm j pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp pn31:
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 303
8714
while others who reserve themselves, refrain communion each with other, withhold their Counsels, Comforts, Prayers, are very weak by this means, and easie to be overcome.
while Others who reserve themselves, refrain communion each with other, withhold their Counsels, Comforts, Prayers, Are very weak by this means, and easy to be overcome.
cs n2-jn r-crq vvb px32, vvb n1 d p-acp n-jn, vvb po32 n2, n2, n2, vbr av j p-acp d n2, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 303
8715
And therefore one observeth very well, upon this prayer of our Saviour in my text, that his Disciples are preserved and kept by unity.
And Therefore one observeth very well, upon this prayer of our Saviour in my text, that his Disciples Are preserved and kept by unity.
cc av pi vvz av av, p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst po31 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 303
8716
Holy Father, keep them through thy own name, and to this end let them be one as we are. Holy Father, keep them through thy own name, and to this end let them be one as we Are.
j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvb pno32 vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(39) part (DIV2)
1123
Page 303
15369
What then? is he not to be seen or known at all by any means? Yes,
What then? is he not to be seen or known At all by any means? Yes,
q-crq av? vbz pns31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d p-acp d n2? uh,
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
8718
It is of great concernment to the furtherance of the Gospel that Christs Disciples, &c. The work of Jesus Christ is not to be carried on with much knocking.
It is of great concernment to the furtherance of the Gospel that Christ Disciples, etc. The work of jesus christ is not to be carried on with much knocking.
pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst npg1 n2, av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n-vvg.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8719
As in the building of the old material Temple, there were no Axes, no Hammers, nor any other Tool heard, 1 Kings 6.7. so in the building of the Church of Christ, and carrying on the business of the Gospel, the less stir, the less noise, the more progress.
As in the building of the old material Temple, there were no Axes, no Hammers, nor any other Tool herd, 1 Kings 6.7. so in the building of the Church of christ, and carrying on the business of the Gospel, the less stir, the less noise, the more progress.
p-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j j-jn n1, pc-acp vbdr dx n2, dx n2, ccx d j-jn n1 vvd, crd n2 crd. av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8720
If there were not such knocking as we have heard too much of late, this Church-work would go on the faster,
If there were not such knocking as we have herd too much of late, this Church work would go on the faster,
cs pc-acp vbdr xx d vvg c-acp pns12 vhb vvn av d pp-f av-j, d n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt jc,
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8721
and come the sooner to perfection.
and come the sooner to perfection.
cc vvb dt av-c p-acp n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8722
In the building of Babel, you know there was a confusion, &c. so the work was wholly hindred and laid by, Gen. 11.7. The workmen understood not one anothers language, and so were forced to desist from that business.
In the building of Babel, you know there was a confusion, etc. so the work was wholly hindered and laid by, Gen. 11.7. The workmen understood not one another's language, and so were forced to desist from that business.
p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, pn22 vvb a-acp vbds dt n1, av av dt n1 vbds av-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp, np1 crd. dt n2 vvd xx pi j-jn n1, cc av vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8723
And truly there is a confusion hapned in another sort of building in this land, the building not of Babel, but of Sion, which is a very great impediment to that work.
And truly there is a confusion happened in Another sort of building in this land, the building not of Babel, but of Sion, which is a very great impediment to that work.
cc av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 xx pp-f np1, p-acp pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt av j n1 p-acp d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8724
The workmen understand not one another, and by this means the time which should be spent in laying is spent in knocking of the stones and timber, in making and upholding parties,
The workmen understand not one Another, and by this means the time which should be spent in laying is spent in knocking of the stones and timber, in making and upholding parties,
dt n2 vvb xx pi j-jn, cc p-acp d n2 dt n1 r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg vbz vvn p-acp vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8725
and in maintaining endless controversies and disputes which tend to strife and variance and not a whit to edification.
and in maintaining endless controversies and disputes which tend to strife and variance and not a whit to edification.
cc p-acp vvg j n2 cc vvz r-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 cc xx dt n1 p-acp n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8726
The Axe and Hammer is in use, but the Trowell is laid by.
The Axe and Hammer is in use, but the Trowel is laid by.
dt n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8727
And verily, my brethren, while it so continues, the work of Christ will never go forward.
And verily, my brothers, while it so continues, the work of christ will never go forward.
cc av-j, po11 n2, cs pn31 av vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi av-j.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8728
Religion will not thrive among us as it should, till all that appertain to Christ, come to a nearer unity & a more firm accord among themselves.
Religion will not thrive among us as it should, till all that appertain to christ, come to a nearer unity & a more firm accord among themselves.
n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31 vmd, c-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1, vvb p-acp dt jc n1 cc dt av-dc j n1 p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8729
And therefore it is very notable that when our Saviour Christ ascended, and meant to propagate the Gospel, to amplifie and to enlarge the Church, He gave some Apostles and so on for the perfecting of the Saints,
And Therefore it is very notable that when our Saviour christ ascended, and meant to propagate the Gospel, to amplify and to enlarge the Church, He gave Some Apostles and so on for the perfecting of the Saints,
cc av pn31 vbz av j cst c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vvd d n2 cc av p-acp p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8730
and for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come in the unity of the faith,
and for the edifying of the body of christ, till we all come in the unity of the faith,
cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 d vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8731
and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, &c. Mark my beloved,and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, etc. Mark my Beloved,
cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1, av vvb po11 j-vvn,
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8732
when we come to unity, then the work goes on amain, then we thrive apace in knowledge,
when we come to unity, then the work Goes on amain, then we thrive apace in knowledge,
c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vvz a-acp av, cs pns12 vvb av p-acp n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8733
then we grow to perfectness, then the Church of Christ goes up:
then we grow to perfectness, then the Church of christ Goes up:
cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp:
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8734
But till the stones be joined close together there will be no edifying, that is in English, no building.
But till the stones be joined close together there will be no edifying, that is in English, no building.
cc-acp c-acp dt n2 vbb vvn av-j av pc-acp vmb vbi dx j-vvg, cst vbz p-acp jp, dx n-vvg.
(39) part (DIV2)
1124
Page 303
8735
It is of great concernment to the entertainment of Christ Jesus in the world, that his Disciples be at nearest, &c. If they be alwayes wrangling and contending, others will not come among them.
It is of great concernment to the entertainment of christ jesus in the world, that his Disciples be At nearest, etc. If they be always wrangling and contending, Others will not come among them.
pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, cst po31 n2 vbb p-acp js, av cs pns32 vbb av vvg cc vvg, n2-jn vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 303
8736
No, they will stand off from them, and from the Master which they serve, if he be owned and followed by none but by a company of quarrelsome contentious people.
No, they will stand off from them, and from the Master which they serve, if he be owned and followed by none but by a company of quarrelsome contentious people.
uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, cs pns31 vbb j-vvn cc vvd p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 303
8737
And hence is that Petition of our Saviour in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples at ver. 23. of this Chapter.
And hence is that Petition of our Saviour in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples At for. 23. of this Chapter.
cc av vbz cst vvb pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp p-acp. crd pp-f d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 303
8738
In my text he prayes the Father that they may be one even as the Father and himself were one.
In my text he prays the Father that they may be one even as the Father and himself were one.
p-acp po11 n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi crd av c-acp dt n1 cc px31 vbdr pi.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8739
And in the cited verse, he renews the same petition, that they may all be one,
And in the cited verse, he renews the same petition, that they may all be one,
cc p-acp dt vvn n1, pns31 vvz dt d n1, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi,
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8740
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they may be one in us. as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they may be one in us.
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8741
And why so? That the world may believe that thou hast sent me. q. d.
And why so? That the world may believe that thou hast sent me. q. worser.
cc c-crq av? cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. sy. sy.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8742
If my disciples be not one among themselves, if they be rent asunder by a spirit of division, the world will not believe that I came forth from thee who art the God of love and peace, that thou hast sent me down into the world to be a Mediator,
If my Disciples be not one among themselves, if they be rend asunder by a Spirit of division, the world will not believe that I Come forth from thee who art the God of love and peace, that thou hast sent me down into the world to be a Mediator,
cs po11 n2 vbb xx pi p-acp px32, cs pns32 vbb vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21 r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8743
and a Peace-maker, to make up all the breaches and the differences between thee and thy people.
and a Peacemaker, to make up all the Breaches and the differences between thee and thy people.
cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc dt n2 p-acp pno21 cc po21 n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8744
They will look strangely upon me, and I shall never bring them to believe, that I am come on such an errand as this is.
They will look strangely upon me, and I shall never bring them to believe, that I am come on such an errand as this is.
pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cst pns11 vbm vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8745
And therefore I beseech thee Father, that I may be entertained under the Notion of a Mediator, that the world may believe that thou hast sent me on this business, do thou take care that my Disciples may be at unity among themselves.
And Therefore I beseech thee Father, that I may be entertained under the Notion of a Mediator, that the world may believe that thou hast sent me on this business, do thou take care that my Disciples may be At unity among themselves.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp d n1, vdb pns21 vvi n1 cst po11 n2 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1125
Page 304
8746
It is of great concernment to the happiness of Christs Disciples that they be at neerest, &c. Among the eight beatitudes, the third in order falleth to the meek and peaceable, Mat. 5.5.
It is of great concernment to the happiness of Christ Disciples that they be At nearest, etc. Among the eight Beatitudes, the third in order falls to the meek and peaceable, Mathew 5.5.
pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cst pns32 vbb p-acp av-j, av p-acp dt crd n2, dt ord p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j cc j, np1 crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8747
And if the meek and peaceable be blessed, then certainly the fierce and furious are accursed.
And if the meek and peaceable be blessed, then Certainly the fierce and furious Are accursed.
cc cs dt j cc j vbb vvn, av av-j dt j cc j vbr vvn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8748
It is a pretty observation of Ludolphus out of Bede on that place, Heaven is promised to the pure, blessed are the pure in spirit,
It is a pretty observation of Ludolphus out of Bede on that place, Heaven is promised to the pure, blessed Are the pure in Spirit,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8749
for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven: for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven:
c-acp png32 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8750
Earth is promised to the meek, Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth;
Earth is promised to the meek, Blessed Are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth;
n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, vvn vbr dt j, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8751
So there remaineth nothing else but hell for the contentious and impure spirit.
So there remains nothing Else but hell for the contentious and impure Spirit.
av a-acp vvz pix av cc-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8752
Ah my beloved, would we avoid the curse, and would we be partakers of the blessing? would we have heaven and earth to be our portion? Let us be pure and peaceable, let us make and keep peace,
Ah my Beloved, would we avoid the curse, and would we be partakers of the blessing? would we have heaven and earth to be our portion? Let us be pure and peaceable, let us make and keep peace,
uh po11 j-vvn, vmd pns12 vvi dt n1, cc vmd pns12 vbi n2 pp-f dt n1? vmd pns12 vhb n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1? vvb pno12 vbi j cc j, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8753
and so the blessing of the God of peace will be upon us.
and so the blessing of the God of peace will be upon us.
cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8754
And therefore David having broken out into a passionate and pithy commendation of the unity of brethren, behold how good and pleasant a thing it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
And Therefore David having broken out into a passionate and pithy commendation of the unity of brothers, behold how good and pleasant a thing it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!
cc av np1 vhg vvn av p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb c-crq j cc j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1!
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8755
it is like pretious oyntment, &c. Psal. 133.2. he shuts up all with this conclusion, There the Lord commanded the blessing and life for evermore. it is like precious ointment, etc. Psalm 133.2. he shuts up all with this conclusion, There the Lord commanded the blessing and life for evermore.
pn31 vbz av-j j n1, av np1 crd. pns31 vvz a-acp d p-acp d n1, a-acp dt n1 vvd dt n1 cc n1 c-acp av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8756
There where brethren live in unity and love, there the Lord commands blessing; it cannot choose but come upon them, for the Lord himself commands it.
There where brothers live in unity and love, there the Lord commands blessing; it cannot choose but come upon them, for the Lord himself commands it.
a-acp c-crq n2 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, a-acp dt n1 vvz n1; pn31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 px31 vvz pn31.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8757
And this blessing it is life, and this life it is eternal. There the Lord commanded the blessing and life for evevermore. Now to proceed to application.
And this blessing it is life, and this life it is Eternal. There the Lord commanded the blessing and life for evevermore. Now to proceed to application.
cc d n1 pn31 vbz n1, cc d n1 pn31 vbz j. a-acp dt n1 vvd dt n1 cc n1 c-acp av. av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1126
Page 304
8758
Is it so my brethren, that it is a matter of wondrous difficulty and of great concernment for Christs Disciples to be at neerest unity among themselves? Then let this quicken us and stirr us up, who would be taken to be Christs Disciples, to labour after this oneness,
Is it so my brothers, that it is a matter of wondrous difficulty and of great concernment for Christ Disciples to be At nearest unity among themselves? Then let this quicken us and stir us up, who would be taken to be Christ Disciples, to labour After this oneness,
vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc pp-f j n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp px32? av vvb d vvi pno12 cc vvi pno12 a-acp, r-crq vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi npg1 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8759
and to endeavour to the utmost of our power to get and keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
and to endeavour to the utmost of our power to get and keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace.
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8760
You hear it is a matter of great concernment, and therefore it is worth the striving for:
You hear it is a matter of great concernment, and Therefore it is worth the striving for:
pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc av pn31 vbz j dt vvg p-acp:
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8761
It is a matter of wondrous difficulty, and therefore is not to be had without striving.
It is a matter of wondrous difficulty, and Therefore is not to be had without striving.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc av vbz xx pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp vvg.
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8762
Now I beseech you my beloved, let us set our selves to this business.
Now I beseech you my Beloved, let us Set our selves to this business.
av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8763
There was never greater need them now, when God hath suffered such a spirit of division to possess his own people.
There was never greater need them now, when God hath suffered such a Spirit of division to possess his own people.
pc-acp vbds av-x jc n1 pno32 av, c-crq np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8764
And when the members of the body mysticall of Christ are of so many minds,
And when the members of the body mystical of christ Are of so many minds,
cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j pp-f np1 vbr a-acp av d n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 304
8765
and draw so many wayes, and have sometimes such vehement and hot contentions and disputes among themselves:
and draw so many ways, and have sometime such vehement and hight contentions and disputes among themselves:
cc vvi av d n2, cc vhb av d j cc j n2 cc vvz p-acp px32:
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 305
8766
So that the Church had never greater reason to cry out, as Rebecca sometimes did,
So that the Church had never greater reason to cry out, as Rebecca sometime did,
av cst dt n1 vhd av-x jc n1 pc-acp vvi av, c-acp np1 av vdd,
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 305
8767
when she had parties in her womb, If it be so, why am I thus? and therefore we had need to put some spirit into this perswasion,
when she had parties in her womb, If it be so, why am I thus? and Therefore we had need to put Some Spirit into this persuasion,
c-crq pns31 vhd n2 p-acp po31 n1, cs pn31 vbb av, q-crq vbm pns11 av? cc av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 305
8768
and you had need to put some spirit into your endeavours, and if the Lord will put his spirit of unity and peace into us, it may subdue and overcome the spirit of division which reigns too much abroad in these times.
and you had need to put Some Spirit into your endeavours, and if the Lord will put his Spirit of unity and peace into us, it may subdue and overcome the Spirit of division which reigns too much abroad in these times.
cc pn22 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc cs dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz av av-d av p-acp d n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 305
8769
But you will ask me, How may we attain this? and what are we to do, that we may come to be at neerest unity among our selves? Though it be very difficult as you have heard, it may be compassed notwithstanding by the blessing of the Lord, upon the use of these directions.
But you will ask me, How may we attain this? and what Are we to do, that we may come to be At nearest unity among our selves? Though it be very difficult as you have herd, it may be compassed notwithstanding by the blessing of the Lord, upon the use of these directions.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d? cc q-crq vbr pns12 pc-acp vdi, cst pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp po12 n2? cs pn31 vbb av j c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1127
Page 305
8770
You must endeavour to the utmost of your power to mortifie those lusts and those corruptions that incline you to dissentions.
You must endeavour to the utmost of your power to mortify those Lustiest and those corruptions that incline you to dissensions.
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc d n2 cst vvb pn22 p-acp n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8771
I shewed you formerly in explication of the point, that the cause of our divisions is within, and not without us;
I showed you formerly in explication of the point, that the cause of our divisions is within, and not without us;
pns11 vvd pn22 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz a-acp, cc xx p-acp pno12;
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8772
They do not come so much from outward provocations, as inward corruptions.
They do not come so much from outward provocations, as inward corruptions.
pns32 vdb xx vvi av av-d p-acp j n2, c-acp j n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8774
And verily if our corruptions, as pride, and passion, and self-love, were throughly mortified within, those outward provocations would never cause such wofull rents and such implacable contentions as they do.
And verily if our corruptions, as pride, and passion, and Self-love, were thoroughly mortified within, those outward provocations would never cause such woeful rends and such implacable contentions as they do.
cc av-j cs po12 n2, c-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbdr av-j vvn a-acp, d j n2 vmd av-x vvi d j n2 cc d j n2 c-acp pns32 vdb.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8775
And therefore let us set our selves effectually and throughly to subdue these lusts of ours;
And Therefore let us Set our selves effectually and thoroughly to subdue these Lustiest of ours;
cc av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f png12;
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8776
though they be naturally as dear and near as the members of our bodies, let us persue them to the very death,
though they be naturally as dear and near as the members of our bodies, let us pursue them to the very death,
c-acp pns32 vbb av-j p-acp j-jn cc av-j c-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8777
as the Apostle Paul advises, Col. 3.5. Mortifie therefore your members which are upon the earth.
as the Apostle Paul advises, Col. 3.5. Mortify Therefore your members which Are upon the earth.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. vvi av po22 n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8778
Let nothing satisfie us, till we have the life of them. Let us not wound them only, but destroy them;
Let nothing satisfy us, till we have the life of them. Let us not wound them only, but destroy them;
vvd pix vvi pno12, c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f pno32. vvb pno12 xx vvi pno32 av-j, cc-acp vvb pno32;
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8779
that ought to be the Christians aim, as the Apostle shews, Rom. 6.6. that the body of sin may be destroyed.
that ought to be the Christians aim, as the Apostle shows, Rom. 6.6. that the body of since may be destroyed.
cst vmd pc-acp vbi dt np1 vvb, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8780
Our lusts seek our life, either they must dye or we. And they seek Gods life, Omne peccatum est Deicidium. And they have sought Christs life,
Our Lustiest seek our life, either they must die or we. And they seek God's life, Omne peccatum est Deicidium. And they have sought Christ life,
po12 n2 vvi po12 n1, av-d pns32 vmb vvi cc pns12. cc pns32 vvb npg1 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. cc pns32 vhb vvn npg1 n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8781
and brought him to a shamefull and accursed death.
and brought him to a shameful and accursed death.
cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8782
And therefore let us seek their lives too, and never satisfie our selves till we have the blood of them.
And Therefore let us seek their lives too, and never satisfy our selves till we have the blood of them.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi po32 n2 av, cc av-x vvi po12 n2 c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8783
Let it be far from any of us to nourish or to cherish our corruptions, to favour them,
Let it be Far from any of us to nourish or to cherish our corruptions, to favour them,
vvb pn31 vbi av-j p-acp d pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32,
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8784
or to deal kindly with them any way.
or to deal kindly with them any Way.
cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno32 d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8785
No let us dash this Babylonish brood against the stones, let us shew them no mercy;
No let us dash this Babylonish brood against the stones, let us show them no mercy;
uh-dx vvb pno12 vvi d np1 n1 p-acp dt n2, vvb pno12 vvi pno32 dx n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8786
And when they are once destroyed, our differences and debates will end with them.
And when they Are once destroyed, our differences and debates will end with them.
cc c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp vvn, po12 n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1128
Page 305
8787
As we must mortifie our carnal lusts, so we must chase away out of our hearts our carnal reasonings that foment and nourish discords and dissentions.
As we must mortify our carnal Lustiest, so we must chase away out of our hearts our carnal reasonings that foment and nourish discords and dissensions.
c-acp pns12 vmb vvi po12 j n2, av pns12 vmb vvi av av pp-f po12 n2 po12 j n2-vvg d n1 cc vvi n2 cc n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 305
8788
For these, if we will give them entertainment, will set our hearts on fire of hell.
For these, if we will give them entertainment, will Set our hearts on fire of hell.
p-acp d, cs pns12 vmb vvi pno32 n1, vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 305
8789
And therefore when our thoughts begin to work apace in any injury or provocation that is offered to us,
And Therefore when our thoughts begin to work apace in any injury or provocation that is offered to us,
cc av c-crq po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12,
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 305
8790
and to tell us strange things, that it is not to be born, and that it may not be endured, let us smother and suppress them, let us not give place to them, no not for an hour, no not for a moment.
and to tell us strange things, that it is not to be born, and that it may not be endured, let us smother and suppress them, let us not give place to them, no not for an hour, no not for a moment.
cc pc-acp vvi pno12 j n2, cst pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc cst pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi pno32, vvb pno12 xx vvi n1 p-acp pno32, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 305
8791
It is observed of Abraham that when the fowls came down upon his sacrifice, he drove them away, Gen. 15.11. so when such foul and noisome thoughts as these offer to pitch upon our heart, let them have no footing there;
It is observed of Abraham that when the fowls Come down upon his sacrifice, he drove them away, Gen. 15.11. so when such foul and noisome thoughts as these offer to pitch upon our heart, let them have no footing there;
pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 d c-crq dt n2 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd pno32 av, np1 crd. av c-crq d j cc j n2 c-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, vvb pno32 vhb dx n-vvg a-acp;
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 305
8792
no, let us watch them narrowly, that we may suddenly chase them away: And let us follow the advice of the Apostle, Heb. 10.24. Let us consider one another to provoke to love.
no, let us watch them narrowly, that we may suddenly chase them away: And let us follow the Advice of the Apostle, Hebrew 10.24. Let us Consider one Another to provoke to love.
uh-dx, vvb pno12 vvi pno32 av-j, cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno32 av: cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. vvb pno12 vvi pi j-jn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi.
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 305
8793
Let us consider that, and think on that which may stir us up to love;
Let us Consider that, and think on that which may stir us up to love;
vvb pno12 vvi d, cc vvb p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi;
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 306
8794
let our imaginations work and dwell upon such thoughts as these, and not those which lead on to Contestation and Dissention.
let our Imaginations work and dwell upon such thoughts as these, and not those which led on to Contestation and Dissension.
vvb po12 n2 vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp d, cc xx d r-crq vvb a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1129
Page 306
8795
As we should chase away the thoughts, so we should avoid the persons that make and nourish breaches and divisions.
As we should chase away the thoughts, so we should avoid the Persons that make and nourish Breaches and divisions.
c-acp pns12 vmd vvi av dt n2, av pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 cst vvb cc vvi n2 cc n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8796
It is the Apostles Counsel that we should mark them that cause divisions, and offences, and avoid them, Rom. 16.17. Mark them, not to join with them, but to decline them and avoid them.
It is the Apostles Counsel that we should mark them that cause divisions, and offences, and avoid them, Rom. 16.17. Mark them, not to join with them, but to decline them and avoid them.
pn31 vbz dt n2 vvb cst pns12 vmd vvi pno32 cst vvb n2, cc n2, cc vvi pno32, np1 crd. n1 pno32, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8797
Brethren, you shall observe that there are some of all hands whose work it is to make peace, and to compose breaches.
Brothers, you shall observe that there Are Some of all hands whose work it is to make peace, and to compose Breaches.
n1, pn22 vmb vvi cst a-acp vbr d pp-f d n2 rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8798
And there are others on the other side who are as busie as it is possible for men to be, to make rents and separations and divisions.
And there Are Others on the other side who Are as busy as it is possible for men to be, to make rends and separations and divisions.
cc pc-acp vbr n2-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq vbr a-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 cc n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8799
And it is our unhappiness that these dividers work goes onward faster then the others.
And it is our unhappiness that these dividers work Goes onward faster then the Others.
cc pn31 vbz po12 n1 cst d ng1 n1 vvz av av-jc cs dt n2-jn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8800
Indeed it is an easie thing for one to rip faster then two or three can sow.
Indeed it is an easy thing for one to rip faster then two or three can sow.
np1 pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pi pc-acp vvi av-jc cs crd cc crd vmb vvi.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8801
Alas how many are there in these wrangling times, who are continually medling, and who make this their work and business, to see how they can set men one against another;
Alas how many Are there in these wrangling times, who Are continually meddling, and who make this their work and business, to see how they can Set men one against Another;
np1 c-crq d vbr a-acp p-acp d j-vvg n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvg, cc q-crq vvb d po32 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n2 pi p-acp n-jn;
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8802
how they can blow the coals of discord, and kindle them into a flame;
how they can blow the coals of discord, and kindle them into a flame;
c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8803
how they can heighten the contention and the animosity that is too high already among those who are in name at least and in profession Christs Disciples.
how they can heighten the contention and the animosity that is too high already among those who Are in name At least and in profession Christ Disciples.
c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 cst vbz av j av p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp n1 p-acp ds cc p-acp n1 npg1 n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8804
Now I beseech you my beloved, as the Apostle doth the Romans in the fore-alledged Scripture, Mark these men; let them be of what side they will,
Now I beseech you my Beloved, as the Apostle does the Roman in the fore-alleged Scripture, Mark these men; let them be of what side they will,
av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, c-acp dt n1 vdz dt njp2 p-acp dt j n1, vvb d n2; vvb pno32 vbi pp-f r-crq n1 pns32 vmb,
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8805
if they be of this spirit, do you set a mark upon them, that you may know them another time,
if they be of this Spirit, do you Set a mark upon them, that you may know them Another time,
cs pns32 vbb pp-f d n1, vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32 j-jn n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8806
and that you decline them, and avoid them. It is a bitter imprecation of the Apostle Pauls, Gal. 2.12. I wish they were cut off that trouble you.
and that you decline them, and avoid them. It is a bitter imprecation of the Apostle Paul's, Gal. 2.12. I wish they were Cut off that trouble you.
cc cst pn22 vvb pno32, cc vvi pno32. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 npg1, np1 crd. pns11 vvb pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp d n1 pn22.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8807
Truly I wish that they who are the troublers of our Sions peace, the main and unwearied sticklers in our Church-divisions, who would not have things come to an accord and a friendly composition (for ends which they best know) I wish they were cut off from all communion with the Saints:
Truly I wish that they who Are the troublers of our Zions peace, the main and unwearied sticklers in our Church divisions, who would not have things come to an accord and a friendly composition (for ends which they best know) I wish they were Cut off from all communion with the Saints:
np1 pns11 vvb cst pns32 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 n1, dt j cc j n2 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vmd xx vhi n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1 (c-acp n2 r-crq pns32 av-j vvb) pns11 vvb pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2:
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8808
That all the people of the Lord on all sides would look aloof upon them, and avoid them as the pests of this Nation.
That all the people of the Lord on all sides would look aloof upon them, and avoid them as the pests of this nation.
cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2 vmd vvi av p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8809
And certainly if all men would avoid them, and keep off from them, they would have the less work,
And Certainly if all men would avoid them, and keep off from them, they would have the less work,
cc av-j cs d n2 vmd vvi pno32, cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd vhi dt av-dc n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8810
and we should have the less trouble.
and we should have the less trouble.
cc pns12 vmd vhi dt av-dc n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1130
Page 306
8811
If we would be at nearest unity among our selves, we must be furnished with abundance of that wisdom which cometh from above,
If we would be At nearest unity among our selves, we must be furnished with abundance of that Wisdom which comes from above,
cs pns12 vmd vbi p-acp js n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp a-acp,
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8857
so especially for the peace of Jerusalem: Oh let us pray, and pray hard for Church peace,
so especially for the peace of Jerusalem: O let us pray, and pray hard for Church peace,
av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: uh vvb pno12 vvi, cc vvb av-j p-acp n1 n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8812
as the Apostle cals it, James. 3.17. For that is gentle, peaceable, easie to be be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits.
as the Apostle calls it, James. 3.17. For that is gentle, peaceable, easy to be be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits.
c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1. crd. p-acp d vbz j, j, j pc-acp vbi vbi vvn, j pp-f n1 cc j n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8813
Contentious persons may applaud their own wits, and think themselves extreamly wise and subtil, in making good the quarrels which they undertake:
Contentious Persons may applaud their own wits, and think themselves extremely wise and subtle, in making good the quarrels which they undertake:
j n2 vmb vvi po32 d n2, cc vvi px32 av-jn n1 cc j, p-acp vvg j dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb:
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8814
But what saith the Apostle? ver. 14. if you have bitter strife and envy in your hearts, glory not, lye not against the truth.
But what Says the Apostle? ver. 14. if you have bitter strife and envy in your hearts, glory not, lie not against the truth.
cc-acp q-crq vvz dt n1? fw-la. crd cs pn22 vhb j n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2, vvb xx, vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8815
This wisdom descendeth not from above; This Wisdom Descendeth not from above;
d n1 vvz xx p-acp a-acp;
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8816
And if it come not from above, from heaven, it cometh from beneath, from earth, from hell, it is earthly, sensual, devilish.
And if it come not from above, from heaven, it comes from beneath, from earth, from hell, it is earthly, sensual, devilish.
cc cs pn31 vvb xx p-acp a-acp, p-acp n1, pn31 vvz p-acp a-acp, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j, j, j.
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8817
What ever mens abilities, or parts, or reaches are, if they be alwayes quarrelling and falling out,
What ever men's abilities, or parts, or reaches Are, if they be always quarreling and falling out,
q-crq av ng2 n2, cc n2, cc n2 vbr, cs pns32 vbb av vvg cc vvg av,
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8818
as many are, it is apparent that they want this blessed wisdom.
as many Are, it is apparent that they want this blessed Wisdom.
c-acp d vbr, pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vvb d j-vvn n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 306
8819
To say the truth, my brethren, it is want of wit that is much of the cause of all this:
To say the truth, my brothers, it is want of wit that is much of the cause of all this:
p-acp vvi dt n1, po11 n2, pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz d pp-f dt n1 pp-f d d:
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 307
8820
Anger resteth in the bosom of fools; and so the wise man tells us, that every fool will be medling, Prov. 20.3. It is an honor for a man to cease from strife, but every fool will be medling.Anger rests in the bosom of Fools; and so the wise man tells us, that every fool will be meddling, Curae 20.3. It is an honour for a man to cease from strife, but every fool will be meddling.
n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; cc av dt j n1 vvz pno12, cst d n1 vmb vbi vvg, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvg.
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 307
8821
It is the property of every fool to do so.
It is the property of every fool to do so.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1131
Page 307
8822
You have a sort of men, my Brethren, that will be at the end of every quarrel.
You have a sort of men, my Brothers, that will be At the end of every quarrel.
pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f n2, po11 n2, cst vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8823
If there be any difference or strife near them, they will be sure to have a finger in the pie, they will never sit out.
If there be any difference or strife near them, they will be sure to have a finger in the pie, they will never fit out.
cs pc-acp vbb d n1 cc n1 av-j pno32, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb av-x vvi av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8824
Now would you know what kind of men these are? They are a company of fools, a company of busie medling fools;
Now would you know what kind of men these Are? They Are a company of Fools, a company of busy meddling Fools;
av vmd pn22 vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n2 d vbr? pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f j vvg n2;
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8825
and were it not for such Idiots we might have much more peace then we have at this day.
and were it not for such Idiots we might have much more peace then we have At this day.
cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d n2 pns12 vmd vhi d dc n1 cs pns12 vhb p-acp d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8826
If men were ballasted with wisdom, they would not be a tempering and a making variance as they do:
If men were ballasted with Wisdom, they would not be a tempering and a making variance as they do:
cs n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmd xx vbi dt n-vvg cc dt vvg n1 c-acp pns32 vdb:
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8827
And if indignities and wrongs were offered to them, they would easily digest them, and possess their souls in patience;
And if indignities and wrongs were offered to them, they would Easily digest them, and possess their Souls in patience;
cc cs n2 cc n2-jn vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd av-j vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8828
and therefore let us labour after this wisdom, and let us follow the advise and counsel of our Saviour, Mar. 9 50. Have salt in your selves,
and Therefore let us labour After this Wisdom, and let us follow the Advice and counsel of our Saviour, Mar. 9 50. Have salt in your selves,
cc av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd crd vhb n1 p-acp po22 n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8829
and have peace one with another. and have peace one with Another.
cc vhb n1 crd p-acp n-jn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8830
First let us have the salt of wisedom in our selves, and then we shall have unity and peace with others.
First let us have the salt of Wisdom in our selves, and then we shall have unity and peace with Others.
ord vvb pno12 vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc av pns12 vmb vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1132
Page 307
8831
If we would be one, and if we would have peace the blessing, we must be under the commanding and the ruling power of peace the vertue:
If we would be one, and if we would have peace the blessing, we must be under the commanding and the ruling power of peace the virtue:
cs pns12 vmd vbi pi, cc cs pns12 vmd vhi n1 dt n1, pns12 vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvg cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 dt n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8832
It must sit upon the throne in our hearts, as the Apostle Paul exhorts, Col. 3.15. Let the peace of God rule in your hearts.
It must fit upon the throne in our hearts, as the Apostle Paul exhorts, Col. 3.15. Let the peace of God Rule in your hearts.
pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2.
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8833
Brethren, when you are any way exasperated or provoked, so that your passions rise or swell,
Brothers, when you Are any Way exasperated or provoked, so that your passion rise or swell,
n2, c-crq pn22 vbr d n1 vvn cc vvn, av cst po22 n2 vvi cc vvi,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8834
and are ready to break out into intemperate words or actions, when you are hardly able to contain your selves,
and Are ready to break out into intemperate words or actions, when you Are hardly able to contain your selves,
cc vbr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp j n2 cc n2, c-crq pn22 vbr av j pc-acp vvi po22 n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8835
then let the ruling power of peace appear, by stilling and composing all again: And let this holy disposition be so strong within you, that neither pride, nor wrath,
then let the ruling power of peace appear, by stilling and composing all again: And let this holy disposition be so strong within you, that neither pride, nor wrath,
av vvb dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 vvi, p-acp vvg cc vvg d av: cc vvb d j n1 vbb av j p-acp pn22, cst dx n1, ccx n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8836
nor malice, nor any other lust may be able to controll it.
nor malice, nor any other lust may be able to control it.
ccx n1, ccx d j-jn n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8837
There is a story that the Swevians had a Law among them, that in a fray where swords were drawn,
There is a story that the Swevians had a Law among them, that in a fray where swords were drawn,
pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst dt njp2 vhd dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst p-acp dt n1 c-crq n2 vbdr vvn,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8838
if a woman or a child did cry but peace a great way of, they were bound to end the quarrel,
if a woman or a child did cry but peace a great Way of, they were bound to end the quarrel,
cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp n1 dt j n1 pp-f, pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8839
or else he died that struck the next stroke after peace was named.
or Else he died that struck the next stroke After peace was nam.
cc av pns31 vvd cst vvd dt ord n1 p-acp n1 vbds vvn.
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8840
So if your passions be at war within you, (to use the Apostles phrase) if they be up in arms,
So if your passion be At war within you, (to use the Apostles phrase) if they be up in arms,
av cs po22 n2 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, (pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb) cs pns32 vbb a-acp p-acp n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8841
and you do but think of peace, or any friend perswade to peace, let all be husht and quiet presently,
and you do but think of peace, or any friend persuade to peace, let all be hushed and quiet presently,
cc pn22 vdb p-acp vvi pp-f n1, cc d n1 vvi p-acp n1, vvb d vbi vvn cc j-jn av-j,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8842
and let that passion die, let it be crucified that dares to stir when peace is mentioned:
and let that passion die, let it be Crucified that dares to stir when peace is mentioned:
cc vvb d n1 vvi, vvb pn31 vbi vvn cst vvz pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 vbz vvn:
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8843
So let the peace of God rule in our hearts, let it triumph in all,
So let the peace of God Rule in our hearts, let it triumph in all,
av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po12 n2, vvb pn31 n1 p-acp d,
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8844
and over all our provocations, that we may bear them all with an unmoved and undisturbed spirit.
and over all our provocations, that we may bear them all with an unmoved and undisturbed Spirit.
cc p-acp d po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1133
Page 307
8845
Let us be earnest with the Lord in prayer, that he would make and keep us one among our selves:
Let us be earnest with the Lord in prayer, that he would make and keep us one among our selves:
vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvb pno12 crd p-acp po12 n2:
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8846
All other means that we can use will be of no avail at all, unless the Lord himself strike in, and interpose in this business.
All other means that we can use will be of no avail At all, unless the Lord himself strike in, and interpose in this business.
d j-jn n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi vmb vbi pp-f dx n1 p-acp d, cs dt n1 px31 vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp d n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8847
He is the donor and dispenser of this rare and pretious blessing;
He is the donor and dispenser of this rare and precious blessing;
pns31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j cc j n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8848
and therefore he is called the God of peace; It is a name that he delighteth in,
and Therefore he is called the God of peace; It is a name that he delights in,
cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp,
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8849
and therefore it is often used;
and Therefore it is often used;
cc av pn31 vbz av vvn;
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8850
and he is stiled the God of peace, not only because he is formally so (if this expression be allowable) for Primum bonum summae Trinitatis est indivisio, but because he is effectively so,
and he is styled the God of peace, not only Because he is formally so (if this expression be allowable) for Primum bonum Summae Trinitatis est indivisio, but Because he is effectively so,
cc pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j c-acp pns31 vbz av-j av (cs d n1 vbi j) p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp c-acp pns31 vbz av-j av,
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8851
because he is the Author of peace, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 14.33. For God is not the Author of confusion, but of peace:
Because he is the Author of peace, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 14.33. For God is not the Author of confusion, but of peace:
c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. p-acp np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1:
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 307
8852
And he makes wars to cease, saith David, Psal. 46.11. he breaks the bow, and cuts the spear asunder:And he makes wars to cease, Says David, Psalm 46.11. he breaks the bow, and cuts the spear asunder:
cc pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi, vvz np1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 av:
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 308
8853
And therefore the Apostle begs this peace of God in such a manner, as if it were to be obtained no where else,
And Therefore the Apostle begs this peace of God in such a manner, as if it were to be obtained no where Else,
cc av dt n1 vvz d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn dx c-crq av,
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 308
8854
and our Saviour of his Father in my Text, Holy Father, keep them through thy own Name, that they may be one as we are.
and our Saviour of his Father in my Text, Holy Father, keep them through thy own Name, that they may be one as we Are.
cc po12 n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns12 vbr.
(39) part (DIV2)
1134
Page 308
8855
Well then, my Brethren, let us go to him for this blessing, let us not only strive for peace in the use of other means which have been formerly proposed,
Well then, my Brothers, let us go to him for this blessing, let us not only strive for peace in the use of other means which have been formerly proposed,
av av, po11 n2, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 xx j vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 r-crq vhb vbn av-j vvn,
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8856
but let us pray for peace;
but let us pray for peace;
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8858
for peace among Christs Disciples, among Gods own people, for there he uses to bestow it:
for peace among Christ Disciples, among God's own people, for there he uses to bestow it:
p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp n2 d n1, c-acp a-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31:
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8859
My peace I leave with you, saith our Saviour, and God will give his people the blessing of peace.My peace I leave with you, Says our Saviour, and God will give his people the blessing of peace.
po11 n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvz po12 n1, cc np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8860
Oh let us beg him now in these divided distracted times, to give this blessing to his own people;
O let us beg him now in these divided distracted times, to give this blessing to his own people;
uh vvb pno12 vvi pno31 av p-acp d j-vvn j-vvn n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 d n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8861
that though Jerusalem be not at unity, neither can be at unity with those that are without,
that though Jerusalem be not At unity, neither can be At unity with those that Are without,
cst cs np1 vbi xx p-acp n1, dx vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp,
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8862
yet she may be at unity with those that are within, that she may be at unity within her self;
yet she may be At unity with those that Are within, that she may be At unity within her self;
av pns31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vbr a-acp, cst pns31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8863
and to this end let us desire especially two things. 1. That God himself would govern all his own people, that he would rule them,
and to this end let us desire especially two things. 1. That God himself would govern all his own people, that he would Rule them,
cc p-acp d n1 vvb pno12 vvi av-j crd n2. crd cst np1 px31 vmd vvi d po31 d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32,
(39) part (DIV2)
1135
Page 308
8864
and command them so, that they may not break the peace.
and command them so, that they may not break the peace.
cc vvi pno32 av, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8865
By nature we are all of us inclined to divisions, destruction and unhappiness is in our ways, and the way of peace we have not known:
By nature we Are all of us inclined to divisions, destruction and unhappiness is in our ways, and the Way of peace we have not known:
p-acp n1 pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 vvn p-acp n2, n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb xx vvn:
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8866
And if the Lord himself should not appease those raging and tempestuous waves that are so apt to rise and swell,
And if the Lord himself should not appease those raging and tempestuous waves that Are so apt to rise and swell,
cc cs dt n1 px31 vmd xx vvi d j-vvg cc j n2 cst vbr av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi,
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8867
if he should not extinguish and put out the fire that is so apt to kindle in the hearts of men,
if he should not extinguish and put out the fire that is so apt to kindle in the hearts of men,
cs pns31 vmd xx vvi cc vvi av dt n1 cst vbz av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8868
yea of the best men, the world would flame with nothing else but discords and dissentions:
yea of the best men, the world would flame with nothing Else but discords and dissensions:
uh pp-f dt js n2, dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pix av cc-acp n2 cc n2:
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8869
And therefore let us earnestly beseech the Lord to do the work which none but he alone is able to perform.
And Therefore let us earnestly beseech the Lord to do the work which none but he alone is able to perform.
cc av vvb pno12 av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 r-crq pix cc-acp pns31 av-j vbz j pc-acp vvi.
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8870
To rule and over-rule the hearts (at least of his own people) and by his Kingly power to master and keep down those raging passions that are so apt to rise and swell, to the disturbance of the Churches peace;
To Rule and overrule the hearts (At least of his own people) and by his Kingly power to master and keep down those raging passion that Are so apt to rise and swell, to the disturbance of the Churches peace;
p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n2 (p-acp ds pp-f po31 d n1) cc p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi a-acp d j-vvg n2 cst vbr av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8871
when his houshold are together by the ears, when they are in a tumult and combustion, let us entreat him to come in among them,
when his household Are together by the ears, when they Are in a tumult and combustion, let us entreat him to come in among them,
c-crq po31 n1 vbr av p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno32,
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8872
and he will quickly make them still as Lambs, all will be husht and quiet presently.
and he will quickly make them still as Lambs, all will be hushed and quiet presently.
cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno32 av c-acp n2, d vmb vbi vvn cc j-jn av-j.
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8873
It is his own most gratious promise, and therefore we may urge it with the greater confidence, that he will make the Wolf and Lamb to dwell together, &c. That he will quiet the tempestuous hearts of men, and make them tame:
It is his own most gracious promise, and Therefore we may urge it with the greater confidence, that he will make the Wolf and Lamb to dwell together, etc. That he will quiet the tempestuous hearts of men, and make them tame:
pn31 vbz po31 d av-ds j n1, cc av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt jc n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av, av cst pns31 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2, cc vvi pno32 vvi:
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8874
So that how furious and how fierce soever they were formerly by nature, yet they shall be so meek and gentle now, that they shall yeild to any admonition or perswasion, yea a little child shall lead them, Isa. 11.6.
So that how furious and how fierce soever they were formerly by nature, yet they shall be so meek and gentle now, that they shall yield to any admonition or persuasion, yea a little child shall led them, Isaiah 11.6.
av cst c-crq j cc c-crq j av pns32 vbdr av-j p-acp n1, av pns32 vmb vbi av j cc j av, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1, uh dt j n1 vmb vvi pno32, np1 crd.
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8875
How weak soever he may seem to be, he shall prevail and over-rule them.
How weak soever he may seem to be, he shall prevail and overrule them.
q-crq j av pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32.
(39) part (DIV2)
1136
Page 308
8876
2. That God himself would teach all his own people, and the effect of this would be a strange agreement,
2. That God himself would teach all his own people, and the Effect of this would be a strange agreement,
crd cst np1 px31 vmd vvi d po31 d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d vmd vbi dt j n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 308
8877
and a sweet accord among them, even beyond imagination. One cause why they that are professed,
and a sweet accord among them, even beyond imagination. One cause why they that Are professed,
cc dt j n1 p-acp pno32, av p-acp n1. crd n1 c-crq pns32 cst vbr vvn,
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 308
8879
and why there are such breaches, and such rents among them, is, because they are not all of them, at least in all things, taught of God.
and why there Are such Breaches, and such rends among them, is, Because they Are not all of them, At least in all things, taught of God.
cc c-crq pc-acp vbr d n2, cc d n2 p-acp pno32, vbz, c-acp pns32 vbr xx d pp-f pno32, p-acp ds p-acp d n2, vvn pp-f np1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 308
8880
Some of them in some particulars at least, are taught of men, and not of God,
some of them in Some particulars At least, Are taught of men, and not of God,
d pp-f pno32 p-acp d n2-j p-acp ds, vbr vvn pp-f n2, cc xx pp-f np1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 308
8881
and other some are taught of God.
and other Some Are taught of God.
cc j-jn d vbr vvn pp-f np1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 308
8882
And they that are taught of men, will not agree with them that are taught of God;
And they that Are taught of men, will not agree with them that Are taught of God;
cc pns32 cst vbr vvn pp-f n2, vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1;
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 309
8883
and they that are taught of God, cannot agree with them that are taught of men;
and they that Are taught of God, cannot agree with them that Are taught of men;
cc pns32 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1, vmbx vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pp-f n2;
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 309
8884
and so they are continually wrangling, and contending, and contradicting one another, they can never fadge together:
and so they Are continually wrangling, and contending, and contradicting one Another, they can never fadge together:
cc av pns32 vbr av-j vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pi j-jn, pns32 vmb av-x vvi av:
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 309
8885
But now when God shall come to teach them all in every thing, then they shall think and speak the same things,
But now when God shall come to teach them all in every thing, then they shall think and speak the same things,
cc-acp av c-crq np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp d n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi dt d n2,
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 309
8886
then they shall quarrel and contest no more, but they shall all of them agree, and live in unity and love together.
then they shall quarrel and contest no more, but they shall all of them agree, and live in unity and love together.
cs pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp pns32 vmb d pp-f pno32 vvi, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 av.
(39) part (DIV2)
1137
Page 309
8887
And therefore let us earnestly beseech the Lord to do this, to leave his children now no longer out at School,
And Therefore let us earnestly beseech the Lord to do this, to leave his children now no longer out At School,
cc av vvb pno12 av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi d, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av av-dx av-jc av p-acp n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8888
but speedily to fetch them home, and to teach them all himself.
but speedily to fetch them home, and to teach them all himself.
cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-an, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 d px31.
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8889
That being all of one School, under one chief Master, and some Ushers under him, they may be all taught one way,
That being all of one School, under one chief Master, and Some Ushers under him, they may be all taught one Way,
cst vbg d pp-f crd n1, p-acp crd j-jn n1, cc d n2 p-acp pno31, pns32 vmb vbi av-d vvn crd n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8890
and so may all agree together. We have the promise of the Lord for this too, Isa. 54.13. Oh let us urge it hard upon him in such times as these are;
and so may all agree together. We have the promise of the Lord for this too, Isaiah 54.13. O let us urge it hard upon him in such times as these Are;
cc av vmb d vvi av. pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d av, np1 crd. uh vvb pno12 vvi pn31 av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr;
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8891
All thy children shall be taught of God, and mark what follows presently, great shall be the peace of thy children; All thy children shall be taught of God, and mark what follows presently, great shall be the peace of thy children;
d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, cc vvb r-crq vvz av-j, j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2;
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8892
Here is a time for such a promise to be put in suit, and therefore let us press it home, let us take no nay.
Here is a time for such a promise to be put in suit, and Therefore let us press it home, let us take no nay.
av vbz dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc av vvb pno12 vvi pn31 av-an, vvb pno12 vvi av-dx uh.
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8893
Let the Lord have no rest, till he teach all his own children, and then he will have a great School,
Let the Lord have no rest, till he teach all his own children, and then he will have a great School,
vvb dt n1 vhb dx n1, c-acp pns31 vvb d po31 d n2, cc av pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1,
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8894
and we shall have great peace.
and we shall have great peace.
cc pns12 vmb vhi j n1.
(39) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8895
JOHN 17.12. While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name.JOHN 17.12. While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name.
np1 crd. cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1138
Page 309
8896
THE words now read are part of the Lords Prayer, not of the Lords Prayer which he taught us,
THE words now read Are part of the lords Prayer, not of the lords Prayer which he taught us,
dt n2 av vvn vbr n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, xx pp-f dt n2 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pno12,
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8897
but as I shewed in the beginning, of the Lords Prayer which he made for us:
but as I showed in the beginning, of the lords Prayer which he made for us:
cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt n2 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12:
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8898
Not that which he propounded to us as our pattern, but that which he presented for us as our priviledge;
Not that which he propounded to us as our pattern, but that which he presented for us as our privilege;
xx d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8899
at least for his Apostles and Disciples, and in them for us also. In which have been considered two things:
At least for his Apostles and Disciples, and in them for us also. In which have been considered two things:
p-acp ds p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp pno32 p-acp pno12 av. p-acp r-crq vhb vbn vvn crd n2:
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8900
The matter of it, and the reasons of it. The things which Christ desires in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples:
The matter of it, and the Reasons of it. The things which christ Desires in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples:
dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31. dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2:
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8901
And then the arguments with which he presseth and enforceth his desire:
And then the Arguments with which he Presseth and enforceth his desire:
cc av dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8902
The matter of it, or the thing which he desireth in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, is preservation;
The matter of it, or the thing which he Desires in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, is preservation;
dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, vbz n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8903
Holy Father, keep them through thy own Name, which we have fully ended and dispatched.Holy Father, keep them through thy own Name, which we have Fully ended and dispatched.
j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1, r-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn cc vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1140
Page 309
8904
And now we are arrived at the reasons of the prayer, the arguments with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth this desire of his.
And now we Are arrived At the Reasons of the prayer, the Arguments with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth this desire of his.
cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8905
Whereof the first is taken from his own effectual preservation of them, during the time that he had been among them;
Whereof the First is taken from his own effectual preservation of them, during the time that he had been among them;
c-crq dt ord vbz vvn p-acp po31 d j n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vbn p-acp pno32;
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8906
and therefore he would have his Father keep them now, because he himself had kept them very safe till now.
and Therefore he would have his Father keep them now, Because he himself had kept them very safe till now.
cc av pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 vvi pno32 av, c-acp pns31 px31 vhd vvn pno32 av j c-acp av.
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8907
While I was with them in the world, saith he, I kept them, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition: While I was with them in the world, Says he, I kept them, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition:
cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vvd pno32, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8908
And now I am even ready to withdraw my corporal and fleshly presence from them,
And now I am even ready to withdraw my corporal and fleshly presence from them,
cc av pns11 vbm av j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno32,
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8909
and therefore I beseech thee Father, take them into thy tuition, receive them into thy especial custody and care;
and Therefore I beseech thee Father, take them into thy tuition, receive them into thy especial custody and care;
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 j n1 cc n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8910
I had them from thee, and here I render and resign them up again safe, and whole, and sound to thee;
I had them from thee, and Here I render and resign them up again safe, and Whole, and found to thee;
pns11 vhd pno32 p-acp pno21, cc av pns11 vvb cc vvi pno32 a-acp av j, cc j-jn, cc vvi p-acp pno21;
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8911
I pray thee Father, keep them henceforward, as well as I have done to this day.
I pray thee Father, keep them henceforward, as well as I have done to this day.
pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno32 av, c-acp av c-acp pns11 vhb vdn p-acp d n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1141
Page 309
8912
This passage of our Saviour hath two considerable things in it; a general profession, and a particular exception.
This passage of our Saviour hath two considerable things in it; a general profession, and a particular exception.
d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vhz crd j n2 p-acp pn31; dt j n1, cc dt j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8913
First you have here a general profession, that he had safely and entirely kept all those that were bestowed upon him by his Father;
First you have Here a general profession, that he had safely and entirely kept all those that were bestowed upon him by his Father;
ord pn22 vhb av dt j n1, cst pns31 vhd av-j cc av-j vvd d d cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8914
While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name, those that thou gavest me I kept, While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name, those that thou Gavest me I kept,
cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1, d cst pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd,
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8915
and none of them is lost. and none of them is lost.
cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8916
And then you have a particular exception of Judas, who here is stiled, NONLATINALPHABET, the son of perdition. An Hebrew manner of expression, that is, perditioni destinatus & devotus, as Beza reads it, destinated and devoted to perdition.
And then you have a particular exception of Judas, who Here is styled,, the son of perdition. an Hebrew manner of expression, that is, perditioni destinatus & devotus, as Beza reads it, destinated and devoted to perdition.
cc cs pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av vbz vvn,, dt n1 pp-f n1. dt njp n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, p-acp np1 vvz pn31, vvn cc vvn p-acp n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8917
None of them is lost, but the son of perdition, who was designed and appointed to destruction.None of them is lost, but the son of perdition, who was designed and appointed to destruction.
pi pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8918
He is lost, and he only.
He is lost, and he only.
pns31 vbz vvn, cc pns31 j.
(40) part (DIV2)
1142
Page 310
8919
In the general profession and assertion of our Saviour, I shall desire you to take notice with me of these three things, viz. whom he kept;
In the general profession and assertion of our Saviour, I shall desire you to take notice with me of these three things, viz. whom he kept;
p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno11 pp-f d crd n2, n1 r-crq pns31 vvd;
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8920
in whose behalf he kept them; and how long he kept them. First whom he kept;
in whose behalf he kept them; and how long he kept them. First whom he kept;
p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vvd pno32; cc c-crq av-j pns31 vvd pno32. ord ro-crq pns31 vvd;
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8921
those who were bestowed upon him by the donation of the Father, only those, and all those;
those who were bestowed upon him by the donation of the Father, only those, and all those;
d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j d, cc d d;
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8922
Those whom thou gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost: Secondly, in whose behalf he kept them, in his Fathers.Those whom thou Gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost: Secondly, in whose behalf he kept them, in his Father's.
d ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn: ord, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vvd pno32, p-acp po31 n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
9027
He gives his sheep eternal life, and they do never perish, as himself speaks, John 10.28.He gives his sheep Eternal life, and they do never perish, as himself speaks, John 10.28.
pns31 vvz po31 n1 j n1, cc pns32 vdb av vvi, p-acp px31 vvz, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 314
8923
As he had them from the Father, so he kept them as the Fathers, I kept them in thy Name, saith he;
As he had them from the Father, so he kept them as the Father's, I kept them in thy Name, Says he;
p-acp pns31 vhd pno32 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n2, pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1, vvz pns31;
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8924
though they were made over to him by a deed of gift, he kept them notwithstanding in his Fathers Name, and not in his own.
though they were made over to him by a deed of gift, he kept them notwithstanding in his Father's Name, and not in his own.
cs pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc xx p-acp po31 d.
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8925
He keep them as his Fathers goods, and as a servant in the business to his Father.
He keep them as his Father's goods, and as a servant in the business to his Father.
pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp po31 ng1 n2-j, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8926
As if he should have told the world, they are my Fathers, and for him I keep them.
As if he should have told the world, they Are my Father's, and for him I keep them.
p-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1, pns32 vbr po11 n2, cc p-acp pno31 pns11 vvb pno32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8927
Thirdly, how long he kept them; while I was with them in the world, saith he;
Thirdly, how long he kept them; while I was with them in the world, Says he;
ord, c-crq av-j pns31 vvd pno32; cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvz pns31;
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8928
He speaks as if he were in heaven already, because the time of his departure was at hand, he was as good as gone into the bosom of the Father, while I was with them in the world I kept them.
He speaks as if he were in heaven already, Because the time of his departure was At hand, he was as good as gone into the bosom of the Father, while I was with them in the world I kept them.
pns31 vvz c-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp n1 av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1, pns31 vbds a-acp j c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvd pno32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1143
Page 310
8929
But did he keep them no longer then he was with them in the world? No, my Beloved, no longer in the way that he intends:
But did he keep them no longer then he was with them in the world? No, my beloved, no longer in the Way that he intends:
cc-acp vdd pns31 vvi pno32 av-dx av-jc cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1? uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz:
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8930
No longer as God manifested in the flesh, and in a visible, and corporal, and fleshly way;
No longer as God manifested in the Flesh, and in a visible, and corporal, and fleshly Way;
av-dx av-jc p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j, cc j, cc j n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8931
and therefore in the verse before which I have finished, he yeelds them up to the tuition of the God-head, and addeth this immediately;
and Therefore in the verse before which I have finished, he yields them up to the tuition of the Godhead, and adds this immediately;
cc av p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz d av-j;
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8932
while I was with them (conceive it corporally) in the world, I kept them in thy Name, those whom thou gavest me I kept, while I was with them (conceive it corporally) in the world, I kept them in thy Name, those whom thou Gavest me I kept,
cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 (vvb pn31 av-j) p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1, d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd,
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8933
and none of them is lost. and none of them is lost.
cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8934
You see, my Brethren, here are many weighty things, if I should undertake to handle all, I should over-grasp my self,
You see, my Brothers, Here Are many weighty things, if I should undertake to handle all, I should over-grasp my self,
pn22 vvb, po11 n2, av vbr d j n2, cs pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d, pns11 vmd j po11 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8935
and let fall more then I should hold.
and let fallen more then I should hold.
cc vvb vvi av-dc cs pns11 vmd vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8936
And therefore I shall fasten on the first particular observed, which though it be not first in place,
And Therefore I shall fasten on the First particular observed, which though it be not First in place,
cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord j vvn, r-crq cs pn31 vbb xx ord p-acp n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8937
and in the order of the words, yet it is first in reason to be handled: Whom our Saviour kept;
and in the order of the words, yet it is First in reason to be handled: Whom our Saviour kept;
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av pn31 vbz ord p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn: r-crq po12 n1 vvn;
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8938
and they, as you have heard, were those that were bestowed upon him by the Father;
and they, as you have herd, were those that were bestowed upon him by the Father;
cc pns32, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbdr d cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8939
Those that thou gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost; and here the Observation lies before us.Those that thou Gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost; and Here the Observation lies before us.
d cst pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn; cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12.
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 310
8940
DOCTRINE. Christ hath been wont to keep them safe who are bestowed upon him by the Father.DOCTRINE. christ hath been wont to keep them safe who Are bestowed upon him by the Father.
n1. np1 vhz vbn j pc-acp vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1144
Page 311
8941
Those whom the Father gives him, he is sure to keep: So he did when he was conversant upon the earth among them;
Those whom the Father gives him, he is sure to keep: So he did when he was conversant upon the earth among them;
d r-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi: av pns31 vdd c-crq pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32;
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8942
and so he doth now he is resident in heaven; for he is yesterday and to day the same for ever:
and so he does now he is resident in heaven; for he is yesterday and to day the same for ever:
cc av pns31 vdz av pns31 vbz j-jn p-acp n1; p-acp pns31 vbz av-an cc p-acp n1 dt d p-acp av:
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8943
Then indeed he kept them one way, and now he keeps them in another;
Then indeed he kept them one Way, and now he keeps them in Another;
av av pns31 vvd pno32 crd n1, cc av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp j-jn;
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8944
then he was with them to preserve them in a visible and fleshly way, by the presence of his body:
then he was with them to preserve them in a visible and fleshly Way, by the presence of his body:
cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8945
Now he is with them to preserve them in an invisible and spiritual way, by the presence of his Spirit:
Now he is with them to preserve them in an invisible and spiritual Way, by the presence of his Spirit:
av pns31 vbz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8946
And however in the verse immediately before my Text he resigns them to the Father, as if he meant to take no further charge of them;
And however in the verse immediately before my Text he resigns them to the Father, as if he meant to take no further charge of them;
cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp po11 n1 pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dx jc n1 pp-f pno32;
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8947
that Father, my Beloved, is the whole God-head, of which himself as God makes one Person:
that Father, my beloved, is the Whole Godhead, of which himself as God makes one Person:
d n1, po11 j-vvn, vbz dt j-jn n1, pp-f r-crq n1 p-acp np1 vvz crd n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8948
For Jesus Christ as he is man, is not the Son of the first Person of the God-head only,
For jesus christ as he is man, is not the Son of the First Person of the Godhead only,
c-acp np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j,
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8949
but of all the three Persons. And in my text he speaks as man, for he speaks in prayer here;
but of all the three Persons. And in my text he speaks as man, for he speaks in prayer Here;
cc-acp pp-f d dt crd n2. cc p-acp po11 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av;
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8950
and prayer is part of worship, and God doth not worship God.
and prayer is part of worship, and God does not worship God.
cc n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 vdz xx vvi np1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8951
And therefore when as man he yeelds up his Disciples to the Father (his Man-hood being now to be withdrawn) he yeelds them to the whole God-head, which is the Father of the Son as he is Man:
And Therefore when as man he yields up his Disciples to the Father (his Manhood being now to be withdrawn) he yields them to the Whole Godhead, which is the Father of the Son as he is Man:
cc av c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 (po31 n1 vbg av pc-acp vbi vvn) pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8952
And consequently Jesus Christ as Man, resigns them to himself as God aswell as to the other two Persons;
And consequently jesus christ as Man, resigns them to himself as God aswell as to the other two Persons;
cc av-j np1 np1 p-acp n1, vvz pno32 p-acp px31 p-acp np1 av c-acp p-acp dt j-jn crd n2;
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8953
and so in that capacity he keeps them to this day, and wil do so to the worlds end.
and so in that capacity he keeps them to this day, and will do so to the world's end.
cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1, cc vmb vdi av p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8954
Still you see he keeps them safe who are bestowed upon him by the Father. Now to evince and clear the point, I shall dispatch these two things.
Still you see he keeps them safe who Are bestowed upon him by the Father. Now to evince and clear the point, I shall dispatch these two things.
j pn22 vvb pns31 vvz pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1145
Page 311
8955
First I shall shew you that, and how, the Father gives men to the Son. And then in what respects,
First I shall show you that, and how, the Father gives men to the Son. And then in what respects,
ord pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d, cc c-crq, dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 cc av p-acp r-crq vvz,
(40) part (DIV2)
1146
Page 311
8956
and how far forth the Son preserves and keeps them safe who are thus bestowed upon him by the Father.
and how Far forth the Son preserves and keeps them safe who Are thus bestowed upon him by the Father.
cc c-crq av-j av dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno32 j q-crq vbr av vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1146
Page 311
8957
As for the first of these, that some there are, some certain choice selected ones, whom God the Father in a special manner gives to Jesus Christ, this is apparent in the Text;
As for the First of these, that Some there Are, Some certain choice selected ones, whom God the Father in a special manner gives to jesus christ, this is apparent in the Text;
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cst d a-acp vbr, d j n1 vvn pi2, ro-crq np1 dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1, d vbz j p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8958
Those whom thou gavest me I kept; Indeed, originally all the world, and all the people in it, appertain to God;Those whom thou Gavest me I kept; Indeed, originally all the world, and all the people in it, appertain to God;
d ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd; av, av-j d dt n1, cc d dt n1 p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp np1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8959
his they are, for he made them:
his they Are, for he made them:
po31 pns32 vbr, c-acp pns31 vvd pno32:
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8960
So that if Jesus Christ, as he is Man, have any people, it must be by donation from the Father:
So that if jesus christ, as he is Man, have any people, it must be by donation from the Father:
av cst cs np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1, vhb d n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8961
And therefore he is often said to give men to the Son in the Scripture, especially in the New Testament, according to his promise in the old, Psal. 2.7. Ask of me and I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance.
And Therefore he is often said to give men to the Son in the Scripture, especially in the New Testament, according to his promise in the old, Psalm 2.7. Ask of me and I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance.
cc av pns31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j, np1 crd. vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j-jn p-acp po21 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8962
And yet you must not apprehend that he doth so bestow them on the Son, that he doth utterly devest himself of all his interest,
And yet you must not apprehend that he does so bestow them on the Son, that he does utterly devest himself of all his Interest,
cc av pn22 vmb xx vvi cst pns31 vdz av vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vdz av-j vvb n1 pp-f d po31 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8963
and wholly pass away his right in them:
and wholly pass away his right in them:
cc av-jn vvi av po31 n-jn p-acp pno32:
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8964
No, my Beloved, the Father gives men to the Son, just as a great Sheep-master gives his sheep unto his Shepherd, to keep them and to look to them, to save them and answer them again:
No, my beloved, the Father gives men to the Son, just as a great Sheepmaster gives his sheep unto his Shepherd, to keep them and to look to them, to save them and answer them again:
dx, po11 j-vvn, dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, av c-acp dt j n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 av:
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8965
So Jesus Christ who is the servant of the Father (as he calls him, Isa. 42.1. Behold my servant ) receives men from him under that notion:
So jesus christ who is the servant of the Father (as he calls him, Isaiah 42.1. Behold my servant) receives men from him under that notion:
av np1 np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp pns31 vvz pno31, np1 crd. vvb po11 n1) vvz n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 311
8966
And therefore he is said to keep them in his Fathers Name, and as his Fathers goods,
And Therefore he is said to keep them in his Father's Name, and as his Father's goods,
cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc p-acp po31 ng1 n2-j,
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 312
8967
as a shepherd and a servant to his Father.
as a shepherd and a servant to his Father.
c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 312
8968
It is his own expression in my Text, While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name;
It is his own expression in my Text, While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name;
pn31 vbz po31 d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 312
8969
those whom thou gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost. those whom thou Gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost.
d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 312
8970
They are his, you see, to keep them, not to sell them or to lose them;
They Are his, you see, to keep them, not to fell them or to loose them;
pns32 vbr png31, pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi pno32, xx pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi pno32;
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 312
8971
for he is always answerable for them to the Father. Now in this sense the Father gives men to the Son, especially in two respects.
for he is always answerable for them to the Father. Now in this sense the Father gives men to the Son, especially in two respects.
c-acp pns31 vbz av j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. av p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp crd n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1147
Page 312
8972
1. In the first place he gives men to him by election; and this he doth from everlasting;
1. In the First place he gives men to him by election; and this he does from everlasting;
crd p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; cc d pns31 vdz p-acp j;
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8973
He picks out such a certain company of men, and bestows them upon Christ in regard of the decree.
He picks out such a certain company of men, and bestows them upon christ in regard of the Decree.
pns31 vvz av d dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8974
There are a people for thee, saith the Father to the Son:
There Are a people for thee, Says the Father to the Son:
pc-acp vbr dt n1 p-acp pno21, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8975
So many thou shalt have among the Iews; and if that be not sufficient, thou shalt have as many more as thou wilt ask among the Gentiles; Ask of me and I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance, Psal. 2.7.
So many thou shalt have among the Iews; and if that be not sufficient, thou shalt have as many more as thou wilt ask among the Gentiles; Ask of me and I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance, Psalm 2.7.
av d pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp dt np2; cc cs d vbb xx j, pns21 vm2 vhi p-acp d dc c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n2-j; vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j-jn p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8976
And therefore God is said to choose us in the Son, Eph. 1.4. as in our Head, and as by designation members of his body.
And Therefore God is said to choose us in the Son, Ephesians 1.4. as in our Head, and as by designation members of his body.
cc av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. c-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc c-acp p-acp n1 n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8977
He doth not choose us first, and then after choose Christ; No, he chooses Christ first;
He does not choose us First, and then After choose christ; No, he chooses christ First;
pns31 vdz xx vvi pno12 ord, cc av p-acp vvi np1; uh-x, pns31 vvz np1 ord;
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8978
he is his first and chief Elect, and then he chooses as in him, appoints us to belong to him.
he is his First and chief Elect, and then he chooses as in him, appoints us to belong to him.
pns31 vbz po31 ord cc j-jn n1, cc av pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8979
It were unnatural the feet should first come out of the womb before the head; and therefore God observes this method;
It were unnatural the feet should First come out of the womb before the head; and Therefore God observes this method;
pn31 vbdr j dt n2 vmd ord vvi av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc av np1 vvz d n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8980
First Christ the Head comes forth out of the womb of his Decree, and then the others follow.
First christ the Head comes forth out of the womb of his decree, and then the Others follow.
ord np1 dt n1 vvz av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av dt n2-jn vvb.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8981
First he electeth Christ to be the head of his Church, and then he electeth us to be the members of his body.
First he Electeth christ to be the head of his Church, and then he Electeth us to be the members of his body.
ord pns31 vvz np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8982
And hence perhaps is that expression of our Saviours to the Father, a body hast thou prepared me,
And hence perhaps is that expression of our Saviors to the Father, a body hast thou prepared me,
cc av av vbz d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vh2 pns21 vvn pno11,
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8983
or fitted me, as it is rendred in the Margent, Heb. 10.5. viz. in thy Predestination:or fitted me, as it is rendered in the Margin, Hebrew 10.5. viz. in thy Predestination:
cc vvn pno11, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 p-acp po21 n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8984
Thou hast not only chosen me to be a Head, but in and by the fame decree thou hast prepared a body for me.
Thou hast not only chosen me to be a Head, but in and by the fame Decree thou hast prepared a body for me.
pns21 vh2 xx av-j vvn pno11 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc-acp p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 vvb pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp pno11.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8985
Thou hast culled out a certain company of men, whom thou hast preordained to belong to me, whom thou hast chosen as it were in me,
Thou hast culled out a certain company of men, whom thou hast preordained to belong to me, whom thou hast chosen as it were in me,
pns21 vh2 vvn av dt j n1 pp-f n2, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp pno11,
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8986
and whom thou hast bestowed upon me to be members of my body.
and whom thou hast bestowed upon me to be members of my body.
cc ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno11 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po11 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1148
Page 312
8987
2. And as the Father gives men to the Son by the decree, so more expresly by the execution and accomplishment of the decree;
2. And as the Father gives men to the Son by the Decree, so more expressly by the execution and accomplishment of the Decree;
crd cc c-acp dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8988
as he bestows men on our Saviour by election, so further yet by actual union and incorporation.
as he bestows men on our Saviour by election, so further yet by actual Union and incorporation.
c-acp pns31 vvz n2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1, av av-jc av p-acp j n1 cc n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8989
In the first he assigns them, in the second he delivers them, when he takes those very men whom he had preordained from everlasting and puts them into Jesus Christ:
In the First he assigns them, in the second he delivers them, when he Takes those very men whom he had preordained from everlasting and puts them into jesus christ:
p-acp dt ord pns31 vvz pno32, p-acp dt ord pns31 vvz pno32, c-crq pns31 vvz d j n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp j cc vvz pno32 p-acp np1 np1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8990
There, saith the Father, are the members which I appointed for thee from Eternity. So that now the Son receives them, and hath them in his own possession.
There, Says the Father, Are the members which I appointed for thee from Eternity. So that now the Son receives them, and hath them in his own possession.
a-acp, vvz dt n1, vbr dt n2 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. av cst av dt n1 vvz pno32, cc vhz pno32 p-acp po31 d n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8991
And he may say to God the Father as the Prophet doth, Here am I, and the people which thou hast given me.
And he may say to God the Father as the Prophet does, Here am I, and the people which thou hast given me.
cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz, av vbm pns11, cc dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8992
Thine they were saith Jesus Christ, Joh. 17.6. They have been thine, I must acknowledge; but now the property is altered, they are mine.Thine they were Says jesus christ, John 17.6. They have been thine, I must acknowledge; but now the property is altered, they Are mine.
png21 pns32 vbdr vvz np1 np1, np1 crd. pns32 vhb vbn png21, pns11 vmb vvi; cc-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vbr png11.
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8993
Why, which way came you by them? might the Father say. The Son replies, By thy donation, by thy own free gift;
Why, which Way Come you by them? might the Father say. The Son replies, By thy donation, by thy own free gift;
uh-crq, r-crq n1 vvd pn22 p-acp pno32? vmd dt n1 vvb. dt n1 vvz, p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 d j n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8994
Thine they were, and thou hast given them to me, as it is added in the next words.Thine they were, and thou hast given them to me, as it is added in the next words.
po21 pns32 vbdr, cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp pno11, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8995
So then you see, my Brethren, that, and how, the Father gives men to the Son.
So then you see, my Brothers, that, and how, the Father gives men to the Son.
av cs pn22 vvb, po11 n2, cst, cc c-crq, dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1
(40) part (DIV2)
1149
Page 312
8996
Now for the second thing proposed, in what respects and how far forth the Son preserves and keeps them safe, who are thus bestowed upon him by the Father, This will need a little opening,
Now for the second thing proposed, in what respects and how Far forth the Son preserves and keeps them safe, who Are thus bestowed upon him by the Father, This will need a little opening,
av p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, p-acp r-crq n2 cc c-crq av-j av dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno32 j, r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, d vmb vvi dt j n-vvg,
(40) part (DIV2)
1150
Page 312
8997
because indeed there is some difficulty in it.
Because indeed there is Some difficulty in it.
c-acp av pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp pn31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1150
Page 312
8998
And that you may the better understand it, I shall shew you in the first place,
And that you may the better understand it, I shall show you in the First place,
cc cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt ord n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1150
Page 313
8999
how far our Saviour doth not keep them, who are thus bestowed upon him. And in the second place how far he doth.
how Far our Saviour does not keep them, who Are thus bestowed upon him. And in the second place how Far he does.
c-crq av-j po12 n1 vdz xx vvi pno32, r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp pno31. cc p-acp dt ord n1 c-crq av-j pns31 vdz.
(40) part (DIV2)
1150
Page 313
9000
1. He doth not keep them that they do not suffer.
1. He does not keep them that they do not suffer.
crd pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1151
Page 313
9001
Though Christ be with his own Disciples in the Ship, there may be a storm upon it, and a very dangerous one.
Though christ be with his own Disciples in the Ship, there may be a storm upon it, and a very dangerous one.
cs np1 vbb p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc dt j j pi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1151
Page 313
9002
They may be under heavy tryals, and afflictions, both within them and without them. Christ may expose them, though they be his own, to bitter persecutions in the world;
They may be under heavy trials, and afflictions, both within them and without them. christ may expose them, though they be his own, to bitter persecutions in the world;
pns32 vmb vbi p-acp j n2, cc n2, av-d p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32. np1 vmb vvi pno32, cs pns32 vbb po31 d, p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1151
Page 313
9003
yea to the greatest miseries that humane cruelties can devise to inflict.
yea to the greatest misery's that humane cruelties can devise to inflict.
uh p-acp dt js n2 cst j n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1151
Page 313
9004
And when in the extremity of their distresses they run crying to him, as they are about to sink, Master save us we perish, Christ may seem to be asleep, to wink at all this misery of theirs, to make as if he knew nothing,
And when in the extremity of their Distresses they run crying to him, as they Are about to sink, Master save us we perish, christ may seem to be asleep, to wink At all this misery of theirs, to make as if he knew nothing,
cc c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pns32 vvb vvg p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi, n1 p-acp pno12 pns12 vvi, np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi p-acp d d n1 pp-f png32, pc-acp vvi c-acp cs pns31 vvd pix,
(40) part (DIV2)
1151
Page 313
9005
and as if he did not dream of the intolerable pressures that lye upon his poor people.
and as if he did not dream of the intolerable pressures that lie upon his poor people.
cc c-acp cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pp-f dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp po31 j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1151
Page 313
9006
2. He doth not keep them that they do not sin; and that most grievously, sometimes with hideous circumstantial aggravations.
2. He does not keep them that they do not sin; and that most grievously, sometime with hideous circumstantial aggravations.
crd pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi; cc cst av-ds av-j, av p-acp j j n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9007
How fearfully have many fallen, who have indeed belong'd to Jesus Christ? We have very sad examples of it in the Scripture.
How fearfully have many fallen, who have indeed belonged to jesus christ? We have very sad Examples of it in the Scripture.
c-crq av-j vhb d vvn, r-crq vhb av vvd p-acp np1 np1? pns12 vhb av j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9008
Peter was one of them, concerning whom our Saviour tells his Father in my text, those whom thou gavest me I kept. Peter was one of them, Concerning whom our Saviour tells his Father in my text, those whom thou Gavest me I kept.
np1 vbds pi pp-f pno32, vvg ro-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, d ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9009
And indeed he prayed for Peter in a special manner, that his faith might never fail, that it might not wholly fail,
And indeed he prayed for Peter in a special manner, that his faith might never fail, that it might not wholly fail,
cc av pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, cst po31 n1 vmd av-x vvi, cst pn31 vmd xx av-jn vvi,
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9010
so as to be quite lost and utterly extinct in him.
so as to be quite lost and utterly extinct in him.
av c-acp pc-acp vbi av vvn cc av-j j p-acp pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9011
Yet after this you know, he fearfully sinned notwithstanding, so as in some respect to deny the Lord that bought him;
Yet After this you know, he fearfully sinned notwithstanding, so as in Some respect to deny the Lord that bought him;
av p-acp d pn22 vvb, pns31 av-j vvd a-acp, av c-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vvd pno31;
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9012
and that in a stupendious way, with dreadfull Oaths, yea, more then so, with bitter curses, and direfull imprecations too.
and that in a stupendious Way, with dreadful Oaths, yea, more then so, with bitter curses, and direful imprecations too.
cc cst p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n2, uh, av-dc cs av, p-acp j n2, cc j n2 av.
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9013
What sin almost may not Christ leave a person to commit, whom he hath taken into his tuition?
What since almost may not christ leave a person to commit, whom he hath taken into his tuition?
q-crq n1 av vmb xx np1 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1?
(40) part (DIV2)
1152
Page 313
9014
3. But now my brethren, in the third place, though Christ do not keep them that they do not suffer,
3. But now my brothers, in the third place, though christ do not keep them that they do not suffer,
crd p-acp av po11 n2, p-acp dt ord n1, cs np1 vdb xx vvi pno32 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi,
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9015
and though he do not keep them that they do not sin, who are bestowed upon him by his Father, both by election and incorporation:
and though he do not keep them that they do not sin, who Are bestowed upon him by his Father, both by election and incorporation:
cc cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno32 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9016
yet he doth keep them that they do not perish. All that are so bestowed upon him he keeps so that they are not lost,
yet he does keep them that they do not perish. All that Are so bestowed upon him he keeps so that they Are not lost,
av pns31 vdz vvi pno32 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi. av-d d vbr av vvn p-acp pno31 pns31 vvz av cst pns32 vbr xx vvn,
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9017
as you have it in my text, Those whom thou gavest me, I kept saith he, and none of them is lost.
as you have it in my text, Those whom thou Gavest me, I kept Says he, and none of them is lost.
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1, d ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vvd vvz pns31, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9018
They may suffer grievously, their sufferings may deprive them of the life of nature, but they cannot deprive them of the life of grace.
They may suffer grievously, their sufferings may deprive them of the life of nature, but they cannot deprive them of the life of grace.
pns32 vmb vvi av-j, po32 n2 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9019
They may be persecuted, but they cannot be forsaken totally and finally. They may be cast down, but they cannot be destroyed, as 2 Cor. 4.9. They may be destroyed as men, but they can never be destroyed as Saints.
They may be persecuted, but they cannot be forsaken totally and finally. They may be cast down, but they cannot be destroyed, as 2 Cor. 4.9. They may be destroyed as men, but they can never be destroyed as Saints.
pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av-j cc av-j. pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, c-acp crd np1 crd. pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9020
In this respect they are like Mount Sion that can never be removed. The wind may 〈 ◊ 〉 drive away the chaff;
In this respect they Are like Mount Sion that can never be removed. The wind may 〈 ◊ 〉 drive away the chaff;
p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr av-j n1 np1 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn. dt n1 vmb 〈 sy 〉 vvi av dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9021
but all the storms of persecution shall never blow away one grain of good wheat. So they may sin exceedingly, but they can never sin to death.
but all the storms of persecution shall never blow away one grain of good wheat. So they may sin exceedingly, but they can never sin to death.
cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi av crd n1 pp-f j n1. av pns32 vmb vvi av-vvg, cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1153
Page 313
9022
Any sin they may commit (if you respect the matter of it, for of that I speak, not of the manner of Commission) but that against that Holy Ghost.
Any since they may commit (if you respect the matter of it, for of that I speak, not of the manner of Commission) but that against that Holy Ghost.
d n1 pns32 vmb vvi (cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pp-f cst pns11 vvb, xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp cst p-acp d j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 313
9023
There is a sin to death, saith the Apostle, 1 John 5.16.There is a since to death, Says the Apostle, 1 John 5.16.
pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 313
9024
to death, not in the merit of it only (for so is every sin to death if we look to the desert) but to death, in the event,
to death, not in the merit of it only (for so is every since to death if we look to the desert) but to death, in the event,
p-acp n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j (c-acp av vbz d n1 p-acp n1 cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1) cc-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 313
9025
so that eternal death and condemnation is the infallible and unavoidable effect and issue of it.
so that Eternal death and condemnation is the infallible and unavoidable Effect and issue of it.
av cst j n1 cc n1 vbz dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 314
9026
And this Christ surely keeps his people from, so that they never fall into it.
And this christ surely keeps his people from, so that they never fallen into it.
cc d np1 av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp, av cst pns32 av-x vvb p-acp pn31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 314
9028
And though they be not kept in all respects to preservation, either from sinning, or from suffering,
And though they be not kept in all respects to preservation, either from sinning, or from suffering,
cc cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, av-d p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg,
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 314
9029
yet they are kept unto salvation, notwithstanding both these, 1 Pet. 1.5.
yet they Are kept unto salvation, notwithstanding both these, 1 Pet. 1.5.
av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, c-acp d d, crd np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1154
Page 314
9030
And thus you see the point is clear, that Jesus Christ doth keep them safe who are bestowed upon him by his Father, in the sense before exprest.
And thus you see the point is clear, that jesus christ does keep them safe who Are bestowed upon him by his Father, in the sense before expressed.
cc av pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz j, cst np1 np1 vdz vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1155
Page 314
9031
Not safe from sinning and from suffering, but safe from losing, whatever their afflictions, whatever their trangressions be.
Not safe from sinning and from suffering, but safe from losing, whatever their afflictions, whatever their transgressions be.
xx j p-acp vvg cc p-acp vvg, cc-acp j p-acp vvg, r-crq po32 n2, r-crq po32 n2 vbi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1155
Page 314
9032
Those whom thou gavest me, I kept, saith he, and none of them is lost. Those whom thou Gavest me, I kept, Says he, and none of them is lost.
d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vvd, vvz pns31, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1155
Page 314
9033
But you will interrupt me with our Saviours own exception in the very next words, but the Son of perdition;
But you will interrupt me with our Saviors own exception in the very next words, but the Son of perdition;
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp po12 ng1 d n1 p-acp dt av ord n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1156
Page 314
9034
none of them is lost but the Son of perdition, so that one of them was lost who was bestowed upon him by the Father.none of them is lost but the Son of perdition, so that one of them was lost who was bestowed upon him by the Father.
pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av cst pi pp-f pno32 vbds vvn r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1156
Page 314
9035
To this some answer, that the particle But is not exceptive, but adversitative, and so doth not at all imply that Iudas was bestowed upon our Saviour by the Father. To this Some answer, that the particle But is not exceptive, but adversitative, and so does not At all imply that Iudas was bestowed upon our Saviour by the Father.
p-acp d d n1, cst dt n1 cc-acp vbz xx j, p-acp j, cc av vdz xx p-acp d vvb cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1157
Page 314
9036
Those whom thou gavest me I kept, and none of them, no not one of them is lost. Those whom thou Gavest me I kept, and none of them, no not one of them is lost.
d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pno32, uh-dx xx crd pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1157
Page 314
9037
But as for Judas, he indeed is gone, being none of that number. He is not given to me by election, but is indeed the Son of perdition.
But as for Judas, he indeed is gone, being none of that number. He is not given to me by election, but is indeed the Son of perdition.
p-acp c-acp p-acp np1, pns31 av vbz vvn, vbg pix pp-f d n1. pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp n1, cc-acp vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1157
Page 314
9038
But if it be allowed to be exceptive, and so that Judas was in some respect bestowed upon our Saviour by the Father, it will not follow that he was so bestowed upon him as the rest were.
But if it be allowed to be exceptive, and so that Judas was in Some respect bestowed upon our Saviour by the Father, it will not follow that he was so bestowed upon him as the rest were.
cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc av d np1 vbds p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi cst pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 vbdr.
(40) part (DIV2)
1158
Page 314
9039
Indeed the Father gave him Judas for outward Ministration as the rest of the Apostles, but not for inward union and incorporation as the rest.
Indeed the Father gave him Judas for outward Ministration as the rest of the Apostles, but not for inward Union and incorporation as the rest.
np1 dt n1 vvd pno31 np1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc-acp xx p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1158
Page 314
9040
He gave him Judas for a Servant as the rest, not for a member as the rest;
He gave him Judas for a Servant as the rest, not for a member as the rest;
pns31 vvd pno31 np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1158
Page 314
9041
he was not bestowed upon our Saviour by election as the rest, for he was a reprobate,
he was not bestowed upon our Saviour by election as the rest, for he was a Reprobate,
pns31 vbds xx vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n-jn,
(40) part (DIV2)
1158
Page 314
9042
and therefore called the Son of perdition.
and Therefore called the Son of perdition.
cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1158
Page 314
9043
But why then doth Christ except him? Because he was in some respect bestowed upon him as the rest,
But why then does christ except him? Because he was in Some respect bestowed upon him as the rest,
cc-acp q-crq av vdz np1 vvi pno31? p-acp pns31 vbds p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9044
and for ought appeared then in all respects.
and for ought appeared then in all respects.
cc c-acp pi vvd av p-acp d n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9045
And therefore though our Saviour Christs exception be improper, as to the Grammar of the words,
And Therefore though our Saviour Christ exception be improper, as to the Grammar of the words,
cc av cs po12 n1 npg1 n1 vbb j, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2,
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9046
as Calvin very well observes upon the Text, yet it is not improper as to the sence of those that heard him.
as calvin very well observes upon the Text, yet it is not improper as to the sense of those that herd him.
c-acp np1 av av vvz p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vbz xx j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvd pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9047
For any thing that they were able to discover, he was as much bestowed on Christ,
For any thing that they were able to discover, he was as much bestowed on christ,
p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbds a-acp av-d vvn p-acp np1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9048
as any of the rest of the Apostles.
as any of the rest of the Apostles.
c-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9049
And therefore though this [ but ] might have been spared, if all things had been rightly understood,
And Therefore though this [ but ] might have been spared, if all things had been rightly understood,
cc av cs d [ cc-acp ] vmd vhi vbn vvn, cs d n2 vhd vbn av-jn vvn,
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9050
yet it was very necessary with respect to them who thought far better of that hypocrite then he deserved.
yet it was very necessary with respect to them who Thought Far better of that hypocrite then he deserved.
av pn31 vbds av j p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvd av-j av-jc pp-f d n1 av pns31 vvd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9051
None of them is lost saith Christ, but he who though he be accounted for the present of the number,None of them is lost Says christ, but he who though he be accounted for the present of the number,
pi pp-f pno32 vbz vvn vvz np1, p-acp pns31 r-crq cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9052
yet he is indeed and will in time appear to be the Son of perdition.
yet he is indeed and will in time appear to be the Son of perdition.
av pns31 vbz av cc vmb p-acp n1 vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1159
Page 314
9053
Now is it so that Jesus Christ doth keep them safe who are bestowed upon him by the Father? They are exceedingly mistaken then who hold and teach, that Christ may and doth often lose those whom the Father gives him:
Now is it so that jesus christ does keep them safe who Are bestowed upon him by the Father? They Are exceedingly mistaken then who hold and teach, that christ may and does often loose those whom the Father gives him:
av vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vdz vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1? pns32 vbr av-vvg vvn av r-crq n1 cc vvi, cst np1 vmb cc vdz av vvi d ro-crq dt n1 vvz pno31:
(40) part (DIV2)
1160
Page 314
9054
And that not only for outward Ministration, but even for inward union and incorporation; That he that is in Christ to day, may be out of Christ to morrow;
And that not only for outward Ministration, but even for inward Union and incorporation; That he that is in christ to day, may be out of christ to morrow;
cc cst xx av-j p-acp j n1, cc-acp av c-acp j n1 cc n1; cst pns31 cst vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vmb vbi av pp-f np1 p-acp n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1160
Page 314
9055
That he that is elect to day, may be reprobate to morrow;
That he that is elect to day, may be Reprobate to morrow;
cst pns31 cst vbz j p-acp n1, vmb vbi j-jn p-acp n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1160
Page 315
9056
that he that is to day an heir of salvation, may be to morrow a child of perdition.
that he that is to day an heir of salvation, may be to morrow a child of perdition.
cst pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1160
Page 315
9057
A Doctrine infinitely prejudicial to the honour of our Saviour, as if he were regardless of that which is bestowed upon him by his Father,
A Doctrine infinitely prejudicial to the honour of our Saviour, as if he were regardless of that which is bestowed upon him by his Father,
dt n1 av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9058
and looked upon it as not worth the keeping.
and looked upon it as not worth the keeping.
cc vvd p-acp pn31 c-acp xx j dt n-vvg.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9059
As if he were unfaithfull to the trust that is reposed in him by the Father.
As if he were unfaithful to the trust that is reposed in him by the Father.
p-acp cs pns31 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9060
He commits a people to him to be kept and saved by him.
He commits a people to him to be kept and saved by him.
pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9061
The Father doth it to this very end, that he may give eternal life to as many as he hath given him, John 17.2.
The Father does it to this very end, that he may give Eternal life to as many as he hath given him, John 17.2.
dt n1 vdz pn31 p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9062
And what doth Jesus Christ abandon them to ruine and destruction notwithstanding? No, my beloved:
And what does jesus christ abandon them to ruin and destruction notwithstanding? No, my Beloved:
cc q-crq vdz np1 np1 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi cc n1 a-acp? uh-dx, po11 j-vvn:
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9063
mark what John the Baptist saith, John 3.35. The Father loves the Son, saith he, and hath given all things into his hands;
mark what John the Baptist Says, John 3.35. The Father loves the Son, Says he, and hath given all things into his hands;
vvb r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vvz dt n1, vvz pns31, cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2;
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9064
you must conceive it, all things of one sort he hath bestowed upon him;
you must conceive it, all things of one sort he hath bestowed upon him;
pn22 vmb vvi pn31, d n2 pp-f crd n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31;
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9065
so that he hath put them into his hand, to honour them and to keep and preserve them:
so that he hath put them into his hand, to honour them and to keep and preserve them:
av cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32:
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9066
all his elect and chosen people:
all his elect and chosen people:
d po31 j-vvn cc j-vvn n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9067
for all things of another sort he hath (as the Apostle speaks) put under his feet to tread upon them and to ruine and destroy them.
for all things of Another sort he hath (as the Apostle speaks) put under his feet to tread upon them and to ruin and destroy them.
c-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1 pns31 vhz (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vvd p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9068
But what doth Jesus Christ with those his Father gives him in the former way? why as his Father would he should do:
But what does jesus christ with those his Father gives him in the former Way? why as his Father would he should do:
p-acp q-crq vdz np1 np1 p-acp d po31 n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1? q-crq p-acp po31 n1 vmd pns31 vmd vdi:
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9069
he keeps them and he gives eternal life to them, as it is added in the next verse.
he keeps them and he gives Eternal life to them, as it is added in the next verse.
pns31 vvz pno32 cc pns31 vvz j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9070
Yea they have everlasting life (as that is the expression there) they have it in the present world in regard of inchoation,
Yea they have everlasting life (as that is the expression there) they have it in the present world in regard of inchoation,
uh pns32 vhb j n1 (c-acp d vbz dt n1 a-acp) pns32 vhb pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9071
and are as sure of the perfection of it in the world to come, as if they had it in their own possession.
and Are as sure of the perfection of it in the world to come, as if they had it in their own possession.
cc vbr a-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pns32 vhd pn31 p-acp po32 d n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9072
And to affirm that such may perish and be lost for ever, is to make the Son of God unfaithfull to the Father, which is a horrid derogation.
And to affirm that such may perish and be lost for ever, is to make the Son of God unfaithful to the Father, which is a horrid derogation.
cc pc-acp vvi cst d vmb vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp av, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1161
Page 315
9073
Or if not so, at least unable to preserve them from destruction; Save them he would, but it is not in his power.
Or if not so, At least unable to preserve them from destruction; Save them he would, but it is not in his power.
cc cs xx av, p-acp ds j-u pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; vvb pno32 pns31 vmd, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1162
Page 315
9074
Whereas the Apostle tell us that he is able to save his people to the utmost, Heb. 7.25.
Whereas the Apostle tell us that he is able to save his people to the utmost, Hebrew 7.25.
cs dt n1 vvb pno12 d pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1162
Page 315
9075
And he himself who is the truth it self affirms, that none shall pluck them out of his hand, Iohn 10.28. The world would, the devil would, the flesh would, many would, but none shall.
And he himself who is the truth it self affirms, that none shall pluck them out of his hand, John 10.28. The world would, the Devil would, the Flesh would, many would, but none shall.
cc pns31 px31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz, cst pix vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vmd, dt n1 vmd, dt n1 vmd, d vmd, cc-acp pix vmb.
(40) part (DIV2)
1162
Page 315
9076
He hath power to overtop them and to master and controul them, so that they shall not have their will in this business.
He hath power to overtop them and to master and control them, so that they shall not have their will in this business.
pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc p-acp n1 cc vvi pno32, av cst pns32 vmb xx vhi po32 n1 p-acp d n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1162
Page 315
9077
And as this Doctrine, that they may be lost whom God the Father gives to Jesus Christ, is very prejudicial to the honour of our Saviour,
And as this Doctrine, that they may be lost whom God the Father gives to jesus christ, is very prejudicial to the honour of our Saviour,
cc p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1, vbz av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9078
so to the comfort of his poor people.
so to the Comfort of his poor people.
av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9079
Alas, my brethren, what solid and enduring comfort will the best condition that they can be in, afford them,
Alas, my brothers, what solid and enduring Comfort will the best condition that they can be in, afford them,
np1, po11 n2, r-crq j cc j-vvg n1 vmb dt js n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp, vvb pno32,
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9080
if they be not sure to keep it? Suppose they give all diligence to make their calling and election sure;
if they be not sure to keep it? Suppose they give all diligence to make their calling and election sure;
cs pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi pn31? vvb pns32 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n-vvg cc n1 j;
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9081
yea, suppose they make it sure; Though they be sure they are elect, they are not sure they shall continue so;
yea, suppose they make it sure; Though they be sure they Are elect, they Are not sure they shall continue so;
uh, vvb pns32 vvb pn31 j; cs pns32 vbb j pns32 vbr j, pns32 vbr xx j pns32 vmb vvi av;
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9082
by this doctrine, they may be reprobates to morrow; suppose they prove themselves whether they be in Christ or no;
by this Doctrine, they may be Reprobates to morrow; suppose they prove themselves whither they be in christ or no;
p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vbi n2-jn p-acp n1; vvb pns32 vvb px32 c-crq pns32 vbb p-acp np1 cc av-dx;
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9083
Suppose they prove they be in Christ; they cannot prove they shall continue so; by this doctrine, they may be out of Christ to morrow.
Suppose they prove they be in christ; they cannot prove they shall continue so; by this Doctrine, they may be out of christ to morrow.
vvb pns32 vvb pns32 vbb p-acp np1; pns32 vmbx vvi pns32 vmb vvi av; p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vbi av pp-f np1 p-acp n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9084
And is not this cold comfort? Ah my beloved, how will it sting the soul that is about to take her flight for another world to be at such uncertainty,
And is not this cold Comfort? Ah my Beloved, how will it sting the soul that is about to take her flight for Another world to be At such uncertainty,
cc vbz xx d j-jn n1? uh po11 j-vvn, q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9085
when all the consolation she can have is only this, that for the present she belongs to Christ,
when all the consolation she can have is only this, that for the present she belongs to christ,
c-crq d dt n1 pns31 vmb vhi p-acp|dt av-j d, cst p-acp dt j pns31 vvz p-acp np1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9086
but the next hour before she get away out of the world, he may lose her and disown her,
but the next hour before she get away out of the world, he may loose her and disown her,
cc-acp dt ord n1 c-acp pns31 vvb av av pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31,
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9087
and so she is undone for ever.
and so she is undone for ever.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp av.
(40) part (DIV2)
1163
Page 315
9088
John making mention of the Locusts that crawl out of the bottomless pit (and they are Antichristian Teachers) affirmeth that they shall torment men, Apoc. 9.5. and that with exquisite and horrid torture:John making mention of the Locusts that crawl out of the bottomless pit (and they Are Antichristian Teachers) Affirmeth that they shall torment men, Apocalypse 9.5. and that with exquisite and horrid torture:
np1 vvg n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vvb av pp-f dt j n1 (cc pns32 vbr jp n2) vvz d pns32 vmb vvi n2, np1 crd. cc cst p-acp j cc j n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1164
Page 316
9089
it shall be like the torment of a Scorpion that striketh a man, as it is added in the next words:it shall be like the torment of a Scorpion that striketh a man, as it is added in the next words:
pn31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2:
(40) part (DIV2)
1164
Page 316
9090
which torment they shall put men to by teaching Antichristian doctrine. And truly, my Beloved, this doctrine of the possibility of falling quite away from Christ,
which torment they shall put men to by teaching Antichristian Doctrine. And truly, my beloved, this Doctrine of the possibility of falling quite away from christ,
r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vvi n2 p-acp p-acp vvg jp n1. cc av-j, po11 j-vvn, d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg av av p-acp np1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1164
Page 316
9091
and being lost by him for ever, after the most sweet experience of his love,
and being lost by him for ever, After the most sweet experience of his love,
cc vbg vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp av, p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1164
Page 316
9092
and after all his dearest kisses and embraces of a poor soul, is one of the most venomous and bitter stings with which these Scorpions strike men.
and After all his dearest Kisses and embraces of a poor soul, is one of the most venomous and bitter stings with which these Scorpions strike men.
cc p-acp d po31 js-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbz pi pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp r-crq d n2 vvb n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1164
Page 316
9093
Oh my Beloved, what exquisite and racking pangs and agonies of fear and horror, this may cast a soul into, in the sad hour of temptation, desertion and dissolution, no tongue of Men or Angels is sufficient to express.
O my beloved, what exquisite and racking pangs and agonies of Fear and horror, this may cast a soul into, in the sad hour of temptation, desertion and dissolution, no tongue of Men or Angels is sufficient to express.
uh po11 j-vvn, r-crq j cc j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, d vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, dx n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbz j pc-acp vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1164
Page 316
9094
Is it so, that Jesus Christ doth keep them safe who are bestowed, &c. You then that are delivered up into the hands of Jesus Christ by the donation of the Father, triumph and be exceeding glad in the security of your Condition.
Is it so, that jesus christ does keep them safe who Are bestowed, etc. You then that Are Delivered up into the hands of jesus christ by the donation of the Father, triumph and be exceeding glad in the security of your Condition.
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vdz vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn, av pn22 av d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc vbi vvg j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9095
Believe it, you can never perish, be your afflictions, or temptations, or corruptions what they will, or what they can:
Believe it, you can never perish, be your afflictions, or temptations, or corruptions what they will, or what they can:
vvb pn31, pn22 vmb av-x vvi, vbi po22 n2, cc n2, cc n2 r-crq pns32 vmb, cc r-crq pns32 vmb:
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9096
depend upon it, you are safe as to the main.
depend upon it, you Are safe as to the main.
vvb p-acp pn31, pn22 vbr j c-acp p-acp dt j.
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9097
If you belong to Jesus Christ, he hath undertaken for you to the Father, and he will see that you shall not miscarry.
If you belong to jesus christ, he hath undertaken for you to the Father, and he will see that you shall not miscarry.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi cst pn22 vmb xx vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9098
Let the flesh, and let the world, and let the Devil pluck at you with all their power,
Let the Flesh, and let the world, and let the devil pluck At you with all their power,
vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp d po32 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9099
and might, it is in vain; they shall not get you off from Jesus Christ.
and might, it is in vain; they shall not get you off from jesus christ.
cc n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j; pns32 vmb xx vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp np1 np1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9100
They may pluck you, and pluck you violently in his hand, but they shall never pluck you out of his hand: No, my Beloved;
They may pluck you, and pluck you violently in his hand, but they shall never pluck you out of his hand: No, my beloved;
pns32 vmb vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi pn22 av pp-f po31 n1: uh-dx, po11 np1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9101
he that hath received you from the Father, will be sure to answer you safe and sound to him again:
he that hath received you from the Father, will be sure to answer you safe and found to him again:
pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22 j cc j p-acp pno31 av:
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9102
And in the great day of account, he will bring you forth and say, Here am I,
And in the great day of account, he will bring you forth and say, Here am I,
cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av cc vvi, av vbm pns11,
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9103
and the people which thou hast given me: Those which thou gavest me, I kept, and not one of them is lost.
and the people which thou hast given me: Those which thou Gavest me, I kept, and not one of them is lost.
cc dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11: d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vvd, cc xx pi pp-f pno32 vbz vvn.
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9104
Indeed, my Brethren, if your preservation depended on your own care, strength, ability, you were in very great hazard:
Indeed, my Brothers, if your preservation depended on your own care, strength, ability, you were in very great hazard:
av, po11 n2, cs po22 n1 vvd p-acp po22 d n1, n1, n1, pn22 vbdr p-acp av j n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9105
But seeing this depends upon the care and power, and faithfulness of Jesus Christ, what can be added to your safety? Now the better to assure you,
But seeing this depends upon the care and power, and faithfulness of jesus christ, what can be added to your safety? Now the better to assure you,
cc-acp vvg d vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 np1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1? av dt jc pc-acp vvi pn22,
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9106
& settle you in this particular, I shall lay down a few particulars as an immoveable foundation, upon which this comfortable truth is built, that Christ will surely keep them safe who are bestowed upon him by the Father.
& settle you in this particular, I shall lay down a few particulars as an immoveable Foundation, upon which this comfortable truth is built, that christ will surely keep them safe who Are bestowed upon him by the Father.
cc vvi pn22 p-acp d j, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt d n2-j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq d j n1 vbz vvn, cst np1 vmb av-j vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9107
And they are of three sorts. Either such as respect the Father who bestows a people on the Son;
And they Are of three sorts. Either such as respect the Father who bestows a people on the Son;
cc pns32 vbr pp-f crd n2. av-d d c-acp vvb dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9108
or such as respect the Son on whom this people are bestowed; or such as respect the people who by the Father are bestowed upon the Son.
or such as respect the Son on whom this people Are bestowed; or such as respect the people who by the Father Are bestowed upon the Son.
cc d c-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbr vvn; cc d c-acp vvb dt n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1
(40) part (DIV2)
1165
Page 316
9109
As for the first of these, you may be sure that Christ will keep you safe,
As for the First of these, you may be sure that christ will keep you safe,
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, pn22 vmb vbi j cst np1 vmb vvi pn22 j,
(40) part (DIV2)
1166
Page 316
9110
if you have been bestowed upon him by the Father; out of love, and out of duty to the Father.
if you have been bestowed upon him by the Father; out of love, and out of duty to the Father.
cs pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1; av pp-f n1, cc av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1166
Page 316
9112
What do you think that Christ will lose that which his Father gives him? we would not lose the gift but of an ordinary friend, especially if he be dear to us,
What do you think that christ will loose that which his Father gives him? we would not loose the gift but of an ordinary friend, especially if he be dear to us,
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vmb vvi d r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31? pns12 vmd xx vvi dt n1 cc-acp pp-f dt j n1, av-j cs pns31 vbb j-jn p-acp pno12,
(40) part (DIV2)
1167
Page 316
9113
as I have noted heretofore, and much less would we lose a Fathers gift; we would keep such a thing with all the care and diligence we can.
as I have noted heretofore, and much less would we loose a Father's gift; we would keep such a thing with all the care and diligence we can.
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av, cc av-d dc vmd pns12 vvi dt ng1 n1; pns12 vmd vvi d dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pns12 vmb.
(40) part (DIV2)
1167
Page 316
9114
Now Jesus Christ loves his Father better then we can love ours;
Now jesus christ loves his Father better then we can love ours;
av np1 np1 vvz po31 n1 av-jc cs pns12 vmb vvi png12;
(40) part (DIV2)
1167
Page 316
9115
and therefore as he had us from the Father, so he will surely keep us for the Fathers sake.
and Therefore as he had us from the Father, so he will surely keep us for the Father's sake.
cc av c-acp pns31 vhd pno12 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1167
Page 316
9116
Secondly, As he will keep us out of love so out of duty to the Father;
Secondly, As he will keep us out of love so out of duty to the Father;
ord, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av pp-f n1 av av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1168
Page 317
9117
For as Man and Mediator he is a servant to the Father;
For as Man and Mediator he is a servant to the Father;
c-acp c-acp n1 cc n1 pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1168
Page 317
9118
And as the Father hath bestowed a people on him, so he hath given him an express command to keep them,
And as the Father hath bestowed a people on him, so he hath given him an express command to keep them,
cc c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, av pns31 vhz vvn pno31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32,
(40) part (DIV2)
1168
Page 317
9119
and he hath given him ample power that he may keep them: And consequently Jesus Christ will certainly preserve them, out of duty to the Father:
and he hath given him ample power that he may keep them: And consequently jesus christ will Certainly preserve them, out of duty to the Father:
cc pns31 vhz vvn pno31 j n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32: cc av-j np1 np1 vmb av-j vvi pno32, av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1168
Page 317
9120
in reference to his injunction that he may not disobey him: in reference to his intention and expectation, that he may not disappoint to him.
in Referente to his injunction that he may not disobey him: in Referente to his intention and expectation, that he may not disappoint to him.
p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31: p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1168
Page 317
9121
First in reference to the injunction of the Father, Christ will surely keep us that he may not disobey him.
First in Referente to the injunction of the Father, christ will surely keep us that he may not disobey him.
ord p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 d pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9122
For you must know, my Brethren, that the Father, as he hath given us to Jesus Christ,
For you must know, my Brothers, that the Father, as he hath given us to jesus christ,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp np1 np1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9123
so he hath withall commanded him to look to us, and to see we do not perish.
so he hath withal commanded him to look to us, and to see we do not perish.
av pns31 vhz av vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pns12 vdb xx vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9124
This is the Fathers will, saith Christ, that of all which he hath given me, I should lose nothing, Joh. 6.39.This is the Father's will, Says christ, that of all which he hath given me, I should loose nothing, John 6.39.
d vbz dt ng1 n1, vvz np1, cst pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmd vvi pix, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9125
And he came down into this lower world to do the will of him that sent him.
And he Come down into this lower world to do the will of him that sent him.
cc pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp d jc n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9126
And therefore certainly he will be very careful of this special charge of his: he will observe it very strictly and exactly.
And Therefore Certainly he will be very careful of this special charge of his: he will observe it very strictly and exactly.
cc av av-j pns31 vmb vbi av j pp-f d j n1 pp-f po31: pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j cc av-j.
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9127
He will be infinitely wary that he lose nothing of the Fathers goods, which he hath given him to keep,
He will be infinitely wary that he loose nothing of the Father's goods, which he hath given him to keep,
pns31 vmb vbi av-j j cst pns31 vvb pix pp-f dt ng1 n2-j, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi,
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9128
and required him to keep, that so he may approve himself a faithful servant.
and required him to keep, that so he may approve himself a faithful servant.
cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, cst av pns31 vmb vvi px31 dt j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1169
Page 317
9129
Secondly in reference to the intention of the Father, Jesus Christ will surely keep us, that he may not disappoint him:
Secondly in Referente to the intention of the Father, jesus christ will surely keep us, that he may not disappoint him:
ord p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 np1 vmb av-j vvi pno12, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31:
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9130
For as he hath received a strict command, so he hath withall received full and ample power to keep us:
For as he hath received a strict command, so he hath withal received full and ample power to keep us:
c-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1, av pns31 vhz av vvn j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12:
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9131
His Father hath bestowed it on him to this very end, as himself acknowledges, Joh. 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he might give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him, and consequently that they might not perish:
His Father hath bestowed it on him to this very end, as himself acknowledges, John 17.2. As thou hast given him power over all Flesh, that he might give Eternal life to as many as thou hast given him, and consequently that they might not perish:
png31 n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1, c-acp px31 vvz, np1 crd. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno31, cc av-j cst pns32 vmd xx vvi:
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9153
he keeps them not for wages, but for love, and for the property he hath in them,
he keeps them not for wages, but for love, and for the property he hath in them,
pns31 vvz pno32 xx p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz p-acp pno32,
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9132
So that this is the Fathers aim, you see, which Jesus Christ will never frustrate; he hath bestowed upon him large authority and power to this purpose:
So that this is the Father's aim, you see, which jesus christ will never frustrate; he hath bestowed upon him large Authority and power to this purpose:
av cst d vbz dt ng1 n1, pn22 vvb, r-crq np1 np1 vmb av-x vvi; pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9133
Power over all flesh that he may give eternal life to some flesh, to as many as God hath given him.
Power over all Flesh that he may give Eternal life to Some Flesh, to as many as God hath given him.
n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9134
Indeed if he were only vested with authority and power over that flesh which God intends that he shall keep and save, it would fall short in this business;
Indeed if he were only vested with Authority and power over that Flesh which God intends that he shall keep and save, it would fallen short in this business;
np1 cs pns31 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, pn31 vmd vvi j p-acp d n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9135
For there is other flesh that would resist and hinder our salvation. There is flesh within us, I mean our lusts and our corruptions;
For there is other Flesh that would resist and hinder our salvation. There is Flesh within us, I mean our Lustiest and our corruptions;
c-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cst vmd vvi cc vvi po12 n1. pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno12, pns11 vvb po12 n2 cc po12 n2;
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9136
and there is flesh without us, I mean the world and worldly men that would oppose this great work;
and there is Flesh without us, I mean the world and worldly men that would oppose this great work;
cc pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno12, pns11 vvb dt n1 cc j n2 cst vmd vvi d j n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9137
and therefore God hath qualified Jesus Christ with power sufficient to reach his end in this design of his.
and Therefore God hath qualified jesus christ with power sufficient to reach his end in this Design of his.
cc av np1 vhz vvn np1 np1 p-acp n1 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9138
He hath not only vested him with power over the flesh to which he means that he should give eternal life:
He hath not only vested him with power over the Flesh to which he means that he should give Eternal life:
pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9139
But he hath given him power over all flesh, that he may give eternal life to as many as he hath given him; But he hath given him power over all Flesh, that he may give Eternal life to as many as he hath given him;
cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31;
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9140
that other flesh may not resist him and disappoint him in this great business;
that other Flesh may not resist him and disappoint him in this great business;
cst j-jn n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 p-acp d j n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9141
and therefore let the flesh without us, and let the flesh within struggle, we may be confident that we shall have eternal life, in spite of all their opposition:
and Therefore let the Flesh without us, and let the Flesh within struggle, we may be confident that we shall have Eternal life, in spite of all their opposition:
cc av vvb dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns12 vmb vhi j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d po32 n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9142
For God hath vested Jesus Christ with full power, to this end, and to this purpose, that he may give it,
For God hath vested jesus christ with full power, to this end, and to this purpose, that he may give it,
c-acp np1 vhz vvn np1 np1 p-acp j n1, p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31,
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9143
and that none may hinder it.
and that none may hinder it.
cc cst pix vmb vvi pn31.
(40) part (DIV2)
1170
Page 317
9144
As Jesus Christ will surely keep us for his Fathers sake, so he will keep us for his own sake,
As jesus christ will surely keep us for his Father's sake, so he will keep us for his own sake,
p-acp np1 np1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 d n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 317
9145
and for the property and interest which he himself hath in us;
and for the property and Interest which he himself hath in us;
cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 px31 vhz p-acp pno12;
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 317
9146
For you must know, my Brethren, that we are not nakedly entrusted with our Saviour as a servant, in which respect he is engaged to keep us out of duty;
For you must know, my Brothers, that we Are not nakedly Entrusted with our Saviour as a servant, in which respect he is engaged to keep us out of duty;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9147
but more then so, we are bestowed upon him as a Son, in which respect he is engaged to keep us out of property,
but more then so, we Are bestowed upon him as a Son, in which respect he is engaged to keep us out of property,
cc-acp av-dc cs av, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9148
and this is that which makes us safe indeed.
and this is that which makes us safe indeed.
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz pno12 j av.
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9149
If Jesus Christ were but an hireling, and if the sheep were not his own, he might leave them as a prey to the devouring and ravening Wolf,
If jesus christ were but an hireling, and if the sheep were not his own, he might leave them as a prey to the devouring and ravening Wolf,
cs np1 np1 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc cs dt n1 vbdr xx po31 d, pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9150
as he himself informs us in that same Similitude, Joh. 10.12.
as he himself informs us in that same Similitude, John 10.12.
c-acp pns31 px31 vvz pno12 p-acp d d n1, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9151
The hireling flees and leaves the sheep, because the sheep are not his own, and cares not for the sheep, The hireling flees and leaves the sheep, Because the sheep Are not his own, and Cares not for the sheep,
dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vbr xx po31 d, cc vvz xx p-acp dt n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9152
and the Wolf catcheth and scattereth the sheep. But Jesus Christ is not the Shepherd only, but the owner of the sheep;and the Wolf Catches and Scattereth the sheep. But jesus christ is not the Shepherd only, but the owner of the sheep;
cc dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1. p-acp np1 np1 vbz xx dt n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9217
The Wolves that prey upon their persons or estates.
The Wolves that prey upon their Persons or estates.
dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 n2 cc n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9154
and therefore certainly he will be careful of them to the utmost. Those whom the Father gives him, he will keep:
and Therefore Certainly he will be careful of them to the utmost. Those whom the Father gives him, he will keep:
cc av av-j pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j. d r-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vmb vvi:
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9155
Indeed they are the Sons portion, The Lords portion is his people, Deut. 32.9. And what follows? He kept them as the Apple of his Eye.
Indeed they Are the Sons portion, The lords portion is his people, Deuteronomy 32.9. And what follows? He kept them as the Apple of his Eye.
av pns32 vbr dt ng1 n1, dt n2 n1 vbz po31 n1, np1 crd. cc q-crq vvz? pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9156
What do you think that Jesus Christ will lose his portion which his Father gives him? That he will be so wretchless, that he will not keep his own? his own goods: Nay, more then so;
What do you think that jesus christ will loose his portion which his Father gives him? That he will be so wretchless, that he will not keep his own? his own goods: Nay, more then so;
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31? cst pns31 vmb vbi av j, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 d? po31 d n2-j: uh, av-dc cs av;
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9157
his own members, the very apples of his Eye.
his own members, the very Apples of his Eye.
po31 d n2, dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9158
Will he suffer men or Devils to rent away his limbs from him, to pluck his very eyes out of his head? take this and take all.
Will he suffer men or Devils to rend away his limbs from him, to pluck his very eyes out of his head? take this and take all.
n1 pns31 vvi n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi av po31 n2 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 av pp-f po31 n1? vvb d cc vvi d.
(40) part (DIV2)
1171
Page 318
9159
We may be sure that Jesus Christ will keep us safe, who are bestowed upon him by his Father,
We may be sure that jesus christ will keep us safe, who Are bestowed upon him by his Father,
pns12 vmb vbi j cst np1 np1 vmb vvi pno12 j, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1172
Page 318
9160
as for his Fathers sake, and for his own sake, so for our sakes too: And that upon a double reckoning or account.
as for his Father's sake, and for his own sake, so for our sakes too: And that upon a double reckoning or account.
c-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc p-acp po31 d n1, av p-acp po12 n2 av: cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n-vvg cc n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1172
Page 318
9161
For first of all we cost him dear; and secondly, we are very dear to him. 1. We cost him dear;
For First of all we cost him dear; and secondly, we Are very dear to him. 1. We cost him dear;
p-acp ord pp-f d pns12 vvd pno31 j-jn; cc ord, pns12 vbr av j-jn p-acp pno31. crd pns12 vvd pno31 j-jn;
(40) part (DIV2)
1172
Page 318
9162
he paid a great price for us, and therefore he will know how he goes from us. We cost him prayers;
he paid a great price for us, and Therefore he will know how he Goes from us. We cost him Prayers;
pns31 vvd dt j n1 p-acp pno12, cc av pns31 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12. pns12 vvd pno31 n2;
(40) part (DIV2)
1173
Page 318
9163
he hath not one of us among the Gentiles without asking:
he hath not one of us among the Gentiles without asking:
pns31 vhz xx crd pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n2-j p-acp vvg:
(40) part (DIV2)
1173
Page 318
9164
Ask of me, and I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance, saith the Father to the Son, Psal. 2.7. Otherwise I will not.Ask of me, and I will give thee the Heathen for thine inheritance, Says the Father to the Son, Psalm 2.7. Otherwise I will not.
vvb pp-f pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j-jn p-acp po21 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. av pns11 vmb xx.
(40) part (DIV2)
1173
Page 318
9165
Christ is faign to beg for us before he gets us of the Father.
christ is faign to beg for us before he gets us of the Father.
np1 vbz vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1173
Page 318
9166
Nay, more then so, we did not cost him breath only, but we cost him blood too;
Nay, more then so, we did not cost him breath only, but we cost him blood too;
uh, av-dc cs av, pns12 vdd xx vvi pno31 n1 av-j, cc-acp pns12 vvd pno31 n1 av;
(40) part (DIV2)
1174
Page 318
9167
He is the Lord that bought us, as the Apostle Peter calls him, and bought us not with gold and silver,He is the Lord that bought us, as the Apostle Peter calls him, and bought us not with gold and silver,
pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvd pno12, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno31, cc vvd pno12 xx p-acp n1 cc n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1174
Page 318
9168
and such corruptible things, but with his own most pretious blood, 1 Pet. 1.19. And if he lose us in the end, he hath a very ill bargain.
and such corruptible things, but with his own most precious blood, 1 Pet. 1.19. And if he loose us in the end, he hath a very ill bargain.
cc d j n2, p-acp p-acp po31 d av-ds j n1, vvn np1 crd. cc cs pns31 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz dt j j-jn n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1174
Page 318
9169
No, my Beloved, we may rest upon it, that Jesus Christ will never suffer the purchase of his prayers the purchase of his blood to perish;
No, my beloved, we may rest upon it, that jesus christ will never suffer the purchase of his Prayers the purchase of his blood to perish;
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cst np1 np1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi;
(40) part (DIV2)
1174
Page 318
9170
he never spent his breath, and much less will he spend his blood in vain. 2. And as we cost him dear, so we are very dear to him:
he never spent his breath, and much less will he spend his blood in vain. 2. And as we cost him dear, so we Are very dear to him:
pns31 av-x vvd po31 n1, cc av-d av-dc vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1 p-acp j. crd cc c-acp pns12 vvd pno31 j-jn, av pns12 vbr av j-jn p-acp pno31:
(40) part (DIV2)
1174
Page 318
9171
His heart is infinitely set upon his Church and people;
His heart is infinitely Set upon his Church and people;
po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1175
Page 318
9172
he loves them out of all measure, so that you may be sure he will be loth to see them perish.
he loves them out of all measure, so that you may be sure he will be loath to see them perish.
pns31 vvz pno32 av pp-f d n1, av cst pn22 vmb vbi j pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1175
Page 318
9173
He looks upon them as his Jewels, Mal. 3.17. and as his own peculiar treasure, Psal. 135.4.
He looks upon them as his Jewels, Malachi 3.17. and as his own peculiar treasure, Psalm 135.4.
pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd. cc c-acp po31 d j n1, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1175
Page 318
9174
And he will keep his Treasure and his Jewels safe, take his trash who will.
And he will keep his Treasure and his Jewels safe, take his trash who will.
cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n2 j, vvb po31 n1 r-crq vmb.
(40) part (DIV2)
1175
Page 318
9175
And thus you have seen the grounds, on which you may be confident, that if the Father have bestowed you on the Son, he will not lose you;
And thus you have seen the grounds, on which you may be confident, that if the Father have bestowed you on the Son, he will not loose you;
cc av pn22 vhb vvn dt n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vbi j, cst cs dt n1 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22;
(40) part (DIV2)
1176
Page 318
9176
No, you are safe enough, depend upon it; it is impossible that you should ever perish, or miscarry.
No, you Are safe enough, depend upon it; it is impossible that you should ever perish, or miscarry.
uh-x, pn22 vbr j av-d, vvb p-acp pn31; pn31 vbz j cst pn22 vmd av vvi, cc vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1176
Page 318
9177
But you will interpose and say perhaps, This Doctrine serves to make men negligent, and careless, and secure;
But you will interpose and say perhaps, This Doctrine serves to make men negligent, and careless, and secure;
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi av, d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi n2 j, cc j, cc j;
(40) part (DIV2)
1177
Page 319
9178
For if they be preserved and kept so absolutely safe by Christ, they need to take no care to keep themselves. For if they be preserved and kept so absolutely safe by christ, they need to take no care to keep themselves.
c-acp cs pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn av av-j j p-acp np1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dx n1 pc-acp vvi px32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1177
Page 319
9179
For answer, let it be considered, 1. That Christ doth keep men by themselves.
For answer, let it be considered, 1. That christ does keep men by themselves.
p-acp n1, vvb pn31 vbi vvn, crd cst np1 vdz vvi n2 p-acp px32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9180
And hence saith the Apostle James, This is Religion for a man to keep himself unspotted of the world, James 1.27.
And hence Says the Apostle James, This is Religion for a man to keep himself unspotted of the world, James 1.27.
cc av vvz dt n1 np1, d vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 j pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9181
And Paul advises Timothy to keep himself pure, 1 Tim. 5.22.
And Paul advises Timothy to keep himself pure, 1 Tim. 5.22.
np1 np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi px31 j, vvn np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9182
And 2. if any of you who belong to Christ, remit your watch and grow secure,
And 2. if any of you who belong to christ, remit your watch and grow secure,
cc crd cs d pp-f pn22 r-crq vvb p-acp np1, vvb po22 n1 cc vvi j,
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9183
and neglect to keep your selves, though Christ will not lose you, yet you may lose Christ as the Church did when she lay upon her bed,
and neglect to keep your selves, though christ will not loose you, yet you may loose christ as the Church did when she lay upon her Bed,
cc vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2, cs np1 vmb xx vvi pn22, av pn22 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 vdd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9184
and would not open, Cant. 5.6. You may be wofully deserted by him both in regard of grace and peace:
and would not open, Cant 5.6. You may be woefully deserted by him both in regard of grace and peace:
cc vmd xx vvi, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp pno31 d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9185
And though you cannot fall away, yet you may fall most fearfully to the dishonor of the Lord,
And though you cannot fallen away, yet you may fallen most fearfully to the dishonour of the Lord,
cc cs pn22 vmbx vvi av, av pn22 vmb vvi av-ds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9186
and of Religion, and the irreparable wounding of your Names while you have a day to live.
and of Religion, and the irreparable wounding of your Names while you have a day to live.
cc pp-f n1, cc dt j n-vvg pp-f po22 n2 cs pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9187
Though you cannot wholly lose the inward habits of your graces, yet you may lose the exercise of them.
Though you cannot wholly loose the inward habits of your graces, yet you may loose the exercise of them.
cs pn22 vmbx av-jn vvi dt j n2 pp-f po22 n2, av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9188
And though you cannot lose the Essence, yet you may lose the sense and comfort of all the graces that you have:
And though you cannot loose the Essence, yet you may loose the sense and Comfort of all the graces that you have:
cc cs pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1, av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 cst pn22 vhb:
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9189
Though it be utterly impossible that you should perish in reality, yet you may perish in your own conceit and apprehension;
Though it be utterly impossible that you should perish in reality, yet you may perish in your own conceit and apprehension;
cs pn31 vbb av-j j cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp n1, av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 d n1 cc n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9190
you may be brought to such a sad condition, that you may look upon your selves as reprobates and cast-aways,
you may be brought to such a sad condition, that you may look upon your selves as Reprobates and castaways,
pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt j n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 c-acp n2-jn cc j,
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9191
and think your selves undone creatures:
and think your selves undone creatures:
cc vvb po22 n2 vvn n2:
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9192
And though Christ will not suffer you to go to hell, yet he may make you cry in your heart and in your bones,
And though christ will not suffer you to go to hell, yet he may make you cry in your heart and in your bones,
cc cs np1 vmb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1 cc p-acp po22 n2,
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9193
as David did, and set you on the rack of such unutterable agonies, and horrors and affrightments, that you may feel a Hell in this world.
as David did, and Set you on the rack of such unutterable agonies, and horrors and affrightments, that you may feel a Hell in this world.
c-acp np1 vdd, cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cc n2 cc n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1178
Page 319
9194
Now for a last use of the Point, this may afford a seasonable admonition to all the Deputies and under-Officers of Jesus Christ.
Now for a last use of the Point, this may afford a seasonable admonition to all the Deputies and under-Officers of jesus christ.
av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, d vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1179
Page 319
9195
If Christ who is the Fathers servant, and the Fathers Shepherd, do keep them safe who are committed to him by the Father;
If christ who is the Father's servant, and the Father's Shepherd, do keep them safe who Are committed to him by the Father;
cs np1 r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1, cc dt ng1 n1, vdb vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1179
Page 319
9218
These you must either make to fly, or break their jaws, as Job did, and pluck the prey out of their teeth.
These you must either make to fly, or break their Jaws, as Job did, and pluck the prey out of their teeth.
np1 pn22 vmb av-d vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po32 n2, c-acp n1 vdd, cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9196
you then who are the Servants, and the Shepherds and the Officers of Christ, should learn of him, to keep them (safe as far as lies in you) who are committed to your custody, and care by Jesus Christ.
you then who Are the Servants, and the Shepherd's and the Officers of christ, should Learn of him, to keep them (safe as Far as lies in you) who Are committed to your custody, and care by jesus christ.
pn22 av r-crq vbr dt n2, cc dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, vmd vvi pp-f pno31, pc-acp vvi pno32 (j c-acp av-j c-acp vvz p-acp pn22) q-crq vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1, cc vvb p-acp np1 np1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1179
Page 319
9197
1. Ministers are Christs Shepherds in the Church, as Christ is the Fathers Shepherd;
1. Ministers Are Christ Shepherd's in the Church, as christ is the Father's Shepherd;
crd ng1 vbr npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vbz dt ng1 n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9198
and as the Father commits his people to the Son to keep, so Christ commits them to his under-Officers,
and as the Father commits his people to the Son to keep, so christ commits them to his under-Officers,
cc c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av np1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2,
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9199
and to his Ministers to keep;
and to his Ministers to keep;
cc p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi;
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9200
and therefore it concerneth them to hearken to the advice of the Apostle to the Elders of Ephesus, Act. 20.28. Take heed to your selves, and to all the flock over which Jesus Christ hath made you Over-seers to feed the Church of Christ, which he hath purchased with his own blood;
and Therefore it concerns them to harken to the Advice of the Apostle to the Elders of Ephesus, Act. 20.28. Take heed to your selves, and to all the flock over which jesus christ hath made you Overseers to feed the Church of christ, which he hath purchased with his own blood;
cc av pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f np1, n1 crd. vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp d dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9201
yea, to the admonition of Jesus Christ himself to Peter, Joh. 21.15. Simon son of Jonas, lovest thou me? dost thou love me? dost thou indeed? why if thou dost, Keep my Lambs, feed my Sheep;
yea, to the admonition of jesus christ himself to Peter, John 21.15. Simon son of Jonah, Lovest thou me? dost thou love me? dost thou indeed? why if thou dost, Keep my Lambs, feed my Sheep;
uh, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 px31 p-acp np1, np1 crd. np1 n1 pp-f np1, vv2 pns21 pno11? vd2 pns21 vvi pno11? vd2 pns21 av? q-crq cs pns21 vd2, vvb po11 n2, vvb po11 n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9202
If you have any love to Christ your Master, see that none of his be lost by your default, by want of any pains you could have taken w•th them, in heat by day,
If you have any love to christ your Master, see that none of his be lost by your default, by want of any pains you could have taken w•th them, in heat by day,
cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp np1 po22 n1, vvb cst pix pp-f png31 vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 pn22 vmd vhi vvn av pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9203
and cold by night, for want of any admonition, or instruction that you could have given them:
and cold by night, for want of any admonition, or instruction that you could have given them:
cc j-jn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 cst pn22 vmd vhi vvn pno32:
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9204
And be assured of th•s, that if any of them perish by your carelesness, and your neglect, you will have a very sad account to make when the day of reckoning comes;
And be assured of th•s, that if any of them perish by your carelessness, and your neglect, you will have a very sad account to make when the day of reckoning comes;
cc vbi vvn pp-f n2, cst cs d pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc po22 n1, pn22 vmb vhi dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz;
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 319
9205
their blood will Jesus Christ require at your hands:
their blood will jesus christ require At your hands:
po32 n1 vmb np1 np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2:
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9206
Oh let it not be said of you that you do not Custodire gregem sed perdere, non pascere sed mactare.
O let it not be said of you that you do not Guard gregem sed Perdere, non pascere sed mactare.
uh vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn pp-f pn22 cst pn22 vdb xx vvi fw-la fw-la fw-mi, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la.
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9207
Not keep the sheep but lose them; not feed the flock, but feed upon it:
Not keep the sheep but loose them; not feed the flock, but feed upon it:
xx vvi dt n1 cc-acp vvi pno32; xx vvb dt n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp pn31:
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9208
Be sure that you be faithful to your great trust, that you may give up your account with joy;
Be sure that you be faithful to your great trust, that you may give up your account with joy;
vbi j cst pn22 vbb j p-acp po22 j n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi a-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9209
and that when Christ shall call you to a reckoning, you may say to him,
and that when christ shall call you to a reckoning, you may say to him,
cc cst c-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n-vvg, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31,
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9210
as he doth to his Father in my Text, and say it truly, Those whom thou gavest me to keep I kept,
as he does to his Father in my Text, and say it truly, Those whom thou Gavest me to keep I kept,
c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc vvb pn31 av-j, d ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vvi pns11 vvd,
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9211
and not one of them is lost by my means.and not one of them is lost by my means.
cc xx pi pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1180
Page 320
9212
2. So Magistrates are Christs servants, his Shepherds in the Common-wealth, as they are called 1 King. 22.17.
2. So Magistrates Are Christ Servants, his Shepherd's in the Commonwealth, as they Are called 1 King. 22.17.
crd av n2 vbr npg1 n2, po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn crd n1. crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1181
Page 320
9213
And they must learn to keep them safe who are committed to them to be kept as Christ doth.
And they must Learn to keep them safe who Are committed to them to be kept as christ does.
cc pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 j q-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 vdz.
(40) part (DIV2)
1181
Page 320
9214
They must be very careful of the sheep of Christ that none of them miscarry in their hands.
They must be very careful of the sheep of christ that none of them miscarry in their hands.
pns32 vmb vbi av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 d pi pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1181
Page 320
9215
And to this end they must do two things.
And to this end they must do two things.
cc p-acp d n1 pns32 vmb vdi crd n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1181
Page 320
9216
1. They must chase away the Wolves, that seek to prey upon the sheep of Christ:
1. They must chase away the Wolves, that seek to prey upon the sheep of christ:
crd pns32 vmb vvi av dt n2, cst vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9219
The Wolves that prey upon their souls, that bring in soul-destroying errors, damnable heresies, as the Apostle calls them, 2 Pet. 2.1. There are some errors which whosoever holds them and continues in them, suffers loss, but he himself is saved, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 3.15.
The Wolves that prey upon their Souls, that bring in soul-destroying errors, damnable heresies, as the Apostle calls them, 2 Pet. 2.1. There Are Some errors which whosoever holds them and continues in them, suffers loss, but he himself is saved, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 3.15.
dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 n2, cst vvb p-acp j n2, j n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq r-crq vvz pno32 cc vvz p-acp pno32, vvz n1, cc-acp pns31 px31 vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9220
But there are others in which if any man continue, he himself is lost for ever.
But there Are Others in which if any man continue, he himself is lost for ever.
p-acp a-acp vbr n2-jn p-acp r-crq cs d n1 vvi, pns31 px31 vbz vvn p-acp av.
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9221
Now they that bring in those, destroy the sheep of Christ:
Now they that bring in those, destroy the sheep of christ:
av pns32 cst vvb p-acp d, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9222
and therefore they that keep his sheep, must take course with such, according to the power wch the Law of God and Man hath put into their hands.
and Therefore they that keep his sheep, must take course with such, according to the power which the Law of God and Man hath put into their hands.
cc av pns32 cst vvb po31 n1, vmb vvi n1 p-acp d, vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2.
(40) part (DIV2)
1182
Page 320
9223
2. They must be very tender of the sheep of Christ, which he hath given them to keep, as David was;
2. They must be very tender of the sheep of christ, which he hath given them to keep, as David was;
crd pns32 vmb vbi av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 vbds;
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9224
Alas those sheep, what evil have they done? And as Hezekiah was, who, as a Type of Christ, is stiled a hiding place from winde, Alas those sheep, what evil have they done? And as Hezekiah was, who, as a Type of christ, is styled a hiding place from wind,
np1 d n1, r-crq j-jn vhb pns32 vdn? cc p-acp np1 vbds, r-crq, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn dt vvg n1 p-acp n1,
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9225
and a covert from the Tempest, Isa. 32.2. where the poor sheep might fly for shelter, in a storm, and there find sure refuge.and a covert from the Tempest, Isaiah 32.2. where the poor sheep might fly for shelter, in a storm, and there find sure refuge.
cc dt j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. c-crq dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi j n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9226
Now I beseech you honorable and respected, who are the Ministers of Christ, be you such to his people;
Now I beseech you honourable and respected, who Are the Ministers of christ, be you such to his people;
av pns11 vvb pn22 j cc j-vvn, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, vbb pn22 d p-acp po31 n1;
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9227
Let them have protection from you, let them be kept safe by you: Oh do not see them injured and undone, if you can help them.
Let them have protection from you, let them be kept safe by you: O do not see them injured and undone, if you can help them.
vvb pno32 vhi n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pno32 vbi vvn j p-acp pn22: uh vdb xx vvi pno32 vvn cc vvn, cs pn22 vmb vvi pno32.
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9228
Oh do not see them lost if you can save them: Keep them as you desire that Jesus Christ should keep you;
O do not see them lost if you can save them: Keep them as you desire that jesus christ should keep you;
uh vdb xx vvi pno32 vvn cs pn22 vmb vvi pno32: vvb pno32 c-acp pn22 vvb cst np1 np1 vmd vvi pn22;
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9229
let those who will assuredly find favour at the last day, at the bar of Jesus Christ, find favour at your bar now.
let those who will assuredly find favour At the last day, At the bar of jesus christ, find favour At your bar now.
vvb d r-crq vmb av-vvn vvi n1 p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvb n1 p-acp po22 n1 av.
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9230
I speak not this that you should boulster any out in any evil; God forbid;
I speak not this that you should bolster any out in any evil; God forbid;
pns11 vvb xx d cst pn22 vmd vvi d av p-acp d n-jn; np1 vvb;
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9231
but that you should be very careful that those who appertain to Christ, be not so far neglected by you,
but that you should be very careful that those who appertain to christ, be not so Far neglected by you,
cc-acp cst pn22 vmd vbi av j cst d r-crq vvb p-acp np1, vbb xx av av-j vvn p-acp pn22,
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9232
as to be over-born unjustly and malitiously by those who are the enemies of Christ and them, Oh be a covert and a hiding place to such.
as to be overborne unjustly and maliciously by those who Are the enemies of christ and them, O be a covert and a hiding place to such.
c-acp pc-acp vbi j av-j cc av-j p-acp d r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pno32, uh vbi dt n1 cc dt vvg n1 p-acp d.
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9233
Make them ashamed who report (I hope untruly) that many times an honest man finds less respect and countenance then an enemy of Christ.
Make them ashamed who report (I hope untruly) that many times an honest man finds less respect and countenance then an enemy of christ.
n1 pno32 j q-crq n1 (pns11 vvb av-j-u) cst d n2 dt j n1 vvz dc n1 cc n1 av dt n1 pp-f np1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9234
And in a word, in all your actings, and administrations, have a careful eye upon the little flock of Jesus Christ, to fence it,
And in a word, in all your actings, and administrations, have a careful eye upon the little flock of jesus christ, to fence it,
cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp d po22 n2, cc n2, vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, pc-acp vvi pn31,
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9235
and to mound it, and safe-guard it, that no damage come to it:
and to mound it, and safeguard it, that no damage come to it:
cc p-acp n1 pn31, cc n1 pn31, cst dx n1 vvb p-acp pn31:
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9236
that when the Stewardship is out, and the counting time is come, you may not be dejected,
that when the Stewardship is out, and the counting time is come, you may not be dejected,
cst c-crq dt n1 vbz av, cc dt vvg n1 vbz vvn, pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn,
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9237
and hang down your heads, but may appear before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy:
and hang down your Heads, but may appear before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy:
cc vvb a-acp po22 n2, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j-vvg n1:
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9238
that you may rejoyce in Christ, and Christ may rejoyce in you, to see how well and faithfully you have demeaned your selves in his service.
that you may rejoice in christ, and christ may rejoice in you, to see how well and faithfully you have demeaned your selves in his service.
cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi c-crq av cc av-j pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1.
(40) part (DIV2)
1183
Page 320
9240
AND thus of our Saviours general profession, that he had safely and entirely kept all those that were bestowed upon him by his Father;
AND thus of our Saviors general profession, that he had safely and entirely kept all those that were bestowed upon him by his Father;
cc av pp-f po12 ng1 j n1, cst pns31 vhd av-j cc av-j vvd d d cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1185
Page 321
9241
Those whom thou gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost. Proceed we now to his particular exception of Judas; but the son of perdition; Those whom thou Gavest me I kept, and none of them is lost. Proceed we now to his particular exception of Judas; but the son of perdition;
d ro-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn. vvb pns12 av p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1185
Page 321
9242
none of them is lost, but the son of perdition. none of them is lost, but the son of perdition.
pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1186
Page 321
9243
How, and upon what account Judas is excepted here from the rest of the Apostles, you may remember I have shewed you fully heretofore.
How, and upon what account Judas is excepted Here from the rest of the Apostles, you may Remember I have showed you Fully heretofore.
q-crq, cc p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pn22 vmb vvi pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j av.
(41) part (DIV2)
1187
Page 321
9244
And therefore I shall touch no more at the Exception. But I shall fasten on the appellation that is given him who is excepted here: The son of perdition.
And Therefore I shall touch no more At the Exception. But I shall fasten on the appellation that is given him who is excepted Here: The son of perdition.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt n1. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn pno31 r-crq vbz vvn av: dt n1 pp-f n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1187
Page 321
9245
Now he is called the son of perdition, not only to imply that he was a lost creature, as considered in himself;
Now he is called the son of perdition, not only to imply that he was a lost creature, as considered in himself;
av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds dt j-vvn n1, c-acp vvn p-acp px31;
(41) part (DIV2)
1188
Page 321
9246
but more then so, that he was destinated and appointed to be lost in the eternal Counsel and Decree of God, that he designed him to destruction.
but more then so, that he was destinated and appointed to be lost in the Eternal Counsel and decree of God, that he designed him to destruction.
cc-acp av-dc cs av, cst pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1188
Page 321
9247
A manner of Expression very usual with the Hebrews, as Calvin and some others after him observe upon the Text. Now this our Saviour mentions, not to lay the fault of the destruction of this wretched man on Gods Decree,
A manner of Expression very usual with the Hebrews, as calvin and Some Others After him observe upon the Text. Now this our Saviour mentions, not to lay the fault of the destruction of this wretched man on God's decree,
dt n1 pp-f n1 av j p-acp dt njp2, c-acp np1 cc d n2-jn p-acp pno31 vvi p-acp dt np1 av d po12 n1 n2, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp ng1 n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1188
Page 321
9248
or to take it off from Judas; But to make it to appear, that though he were a lost creature,
or to take it off from Judas; But to make it to appear, that though he were a lost creature,
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp np1; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst cs pns31 vbdr dt j-vvn n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1188
Page 321
9249
yet the election of the Lord remained firm, and stood unalterable notwithstanding: For he was not elected, but reprobated and appointed to perdition.
yet the election of the Lord remained firm, and stood unalterable notwithstanding: For he was not elected, but reprobated and appointed to perdition.
av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd j, cc vvd j a-acp: c-acp pns31 vbds xx vvn, cc-acp vvd cc vvn p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1188
Page 321
9250
This being the intention of the phrase, the Observation clearly offered to us here is this.
This being the intention of the phrase, the Observation clearly offered to us Here is this.
d vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp pno12 av vbz d.
(41) part (DIV2)
1189
Page 321
9251
DOCTRINE. That God in his Eternal Counsel and Decree hath appointed and designed some certain special persons to destruction.DOCTRINE. That God in his Eternal Counsel and decree hath appointed and designed Some certain special Persons to destruction.
n1. cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vhz vvn cc vvn d j j n2 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1189
Page 321
9252
This was the case of Judas in my Text; he was Perditioni destinatus ac devotus, destinated and devoted to perdition:
This was the case of Judas in my Text; he was Perditioni destinatus ac devotus, destinated and devoted to perdition:
d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n1; pns31 vbds fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvn cc vvn p-acp n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 321
9253
And therefore when he was destroyed and lost, the Holy Ghost observeth of him, that he went to his own place, Act. 1.25. that is to Hell, the place which was appointed for him from Eternity:
And Therefore when he was destroyed and lost, the Holy Ghost observeth of him, that he went to his own place, Act. 1.25. that is to Hell, the place which was appointed for him from Eternity:
cc av c-crq pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn, dt j n1 vvz pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1, n1 crd. cst vbz p-acp n1, dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 321
9254
And therefore Bildad speaks of some whom God hath cast away, Job 8.4. And Job of some who are reserved to destruction, Job 21.31. The Wise man tells us that God hath made the wicked for the day of evil, Prov. 16.4. The Lord made all things for himself, his own glory;
And Therefore Bildad speaks of Some whom God hath cast away, Job 8.4. And Job of Some who Are reserved to destruction, Job 21.31. The Wise man tells us that God hath made the wicked for the day of evil, Curae 16.4. The Lord made all things for himself, his own glory;
cc av np1 vvz pp-f d r-crq np1 vhz vvn av, np1 crd. np1 np1 pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd. dt j n1 vvz pno12 d np1 vhz vvd dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, np1 crd. dt n1 vvd d n2 c-acp px31, po31 d n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 321
9255
yea, even the wicked for the glory of his Justice to be declared and manifested on them in the evil day, the day which is so to them:
yea, even the wicked for the glory of his justice to be declared and manifested on them in the evil day, the day which is so to them:
uh, av dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 r-crq vbz av p-acp pno32:
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 321
9291
First, I will shew you what is not the reason; And in the next place I will shew you what it is.
First, I will show you what is not the reason; And in the next place I will show you what it is.
ord, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 q-crq vbz xx dt n1; cc p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 r-crq pn31 vbz.
(41) part (DIV2)
1195
Page 323
9256
That is, the day of judgement and perdition of ungodly men, as the Apostle Peter calls it, 2 Epist. 3.7. to which day they are reserved, as the same Apostle speaks;
That is, the day of judgement and perdition of ungodly men, as the Apostle Peter calls it, 2 Epistle 3.7. to which day they Are reserved, as the same Apostle speaks;
cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, crd np1 crd. p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vbr vvn, c-acp dt d n1 vvz;
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 321
9257
you must conceive it in the everlasting purpose and decree of God, 1 Pet. 2.9.
you must conceive it in the everlasting purpose and Decree of God, 1 Pet. 2.9.
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9258
As there are vessels of mercy ordained to glory, so there are vessels of wrath prepared to destruction, Rom. 9.22. Not only by their own misdeeds, but in some sence by the decree of God.
As there Are vessels of mercy ordained to glory, so there Are vessels of wrath prepared to destruction, Rom. 9.22. Not only by their own misdeeds, but in Some sense by the Decree of God.
p-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd. xx av-j p-acp po32 d n2, cc-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9259
Meritoriously indeed and in desert they are prepared for it only by themselves, and by their own sins.
Meritoriously indeed and in desert they Are prepared for it only by themselves, and by their own Sins.
av-j av cc p-acp n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 av-j p-acp px32, cc p-acp po32 d n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9260
But in design they are prepared for it also by the Counsel and the fore-appointment of the Lord.
But in Design they Are prepared for it also by the Counsel and the foreappointment of the Lord.
p-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9261
And this indeed is specially intended in the place.
And this indeed is specially intended in the place.
cc d av vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9262
Or else wherefore doth the Apostle for clearing of the Justice of the Lord in this particular, fly to his NONLATINALPHABET, his absolute and soveraign power, which he hath over all his creatures, to bestow them at his pleasure, either to wrath, or to salvation:
Or Else Wherefore does the Apostle for clearing of the justice of the Lord in this particular, fly to his, his absolute and sovereign power, which he hath over all his creatures, to bestow them At his pleasure, either to wrath, or to salvation:
cc av q-crq vdz dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j, vvb p-acp po31, po31 j cc j-jn n1, r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp d po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9263
Even as the Potter is at liberty to mould his clay, to what shape and to what use he pleases, either to honour or to dishonour.
Even as the Potter is At liberty to mould his clay, to what shape and to what use he Pleases, either to honour or to dishonour.
av c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1 po31 n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz, av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9264
The answer had been ready and at hand, if God had had no finger in the business, in preparing men to wrath, no not so much as by determination and decree, Paul need not have said he did it by his absolute and Soveraign power.
The answer had been ready and At hand, if God had had no finger in the business, in preparing men to wrath, no not so much as by determination and Decree, Paul need not have said he did it by his absolute and Sovereign power.
dt n1 vhd vbn j cc p-acp n1, cs np1 vhd vhn dx n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n1, uh-dx xx av av-d c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 vvb xx vhi vvn pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp po31 j cc j-jn n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9265
No, if it had been so, he might have said, God did it not all, he prepared them not at all, ordained them not at all,
No, if it had been so, he might have said, God did it not all, he prepared them not At all, ordained them not At all,
uh-dx, cs pn31 vhd vbn av, pns31 vmd vhi vvn, np1 vdd pn31 xx av-d, pns31 vvd pno32 xx p-acp d, vvd pno32 xx p-acp d,
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9266
but they prepared themselves to wrath and to destruction. But this he could not say;
but they prepared themselves to wrath and to destruction. But this he could not say;
cc-acp pns32 vvd px32 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. p-acp d pns31 vmd xx vvi;
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9267
for it were quite against the saying of the holy Ghost, Iude 4. where he makes mention of some certain men, who were before of old ordained to condemnation.
for it were quite against the saying of the holy Ghost, Iude 4. where he makes mention of Some certain men, who were before of old ordained to condemnation.
c-acp pn31 vbdr av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbdr a-acp a-acp j vvn p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9268
Not only fitted for it by themselves, but preordained to it by another, and that is God.
Not only fitted for it by themselves, but preordained to it by Another, and that is God.
xx av-j vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp px32, cc-acp vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp j-jn, cc d vbz np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9269
Yea the Apostle Paul doth clearly and expresly intimate that God appointeth some to wrath, in that memorable place to this purpose, 1 Thes. 5.9. where stirring up the Thessalonians to exemplary holiness of life, he quickens them with the consideration of the high preferment which he and they and others had in that which is indeed the richest and the choicest mercy of the Lord, For God hath not appointed us to wrath. Others he hath;
Yea the Apostle Paul does clearly and expressly intimate that God appoints Some to wrath, in that memorable place to this purpose, 1 Thebes 5.9. where stirring up the Thessalonians to exemplary holiness of life, he quickens them with the consideration of the high preferment which he and they and Others had in that which is indeed the Richest and the Choicest mercy of the Lord, For God hath not appointed us to wrath. Others he hath;
uh dt n1 np1 vdz av-j cc av-j vvi cst np1 vvz d p-acp n1, p-acp cst j n1 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd. c-crq vvg a-acp dt njp2 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq pns31 cc pns32 cc ng2-jn vhb p-acp d r-crq vbz av dt js cc dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp np1 vhz xx vvn pno12 p-acp n1. ng2-jn pns31 vhz;
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9270
but this is our prerogative that God hath not appointed us to wrath, (as he hath done many others,) but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ.
but this is our prerogative that God hath not appointed us to wrath, (as he hath done many Others,) but to obtain salvation through our Lord jesus christ.
cc-acp d vbz po12 n1 cst np1 vhz xx vvn pno12 p-acp n1, (c-acp pns31 vhz vdn d n2-jn,) cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9292
The sins of men are not the reason why God ordains men to destruction;
The Sins of men Are not the reason why God ordains men to destruction;
dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr xx dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9271
So that the Point is plain you see, that God in his Eternal Counsel and Decree, hath appointed and designed, &c. To open this a little to you, that so you may the more distinctly understand it, you must know, that there are two parts or acts of the decree of God, in reference to these whom he appointeth to destruction;
So that the Point is plain you see, that God in his Eternal Counsel and decree, hath appointed and designed, etc. To open this a little to you, that so you may the more distinctly understand it, you must know, that there Are two parts or acts of the Decree of God, in Referente to these whom he appoints to destruction;
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, vhz vvn cc vvn, av pc-acp vvi d dt j p-acp pn22, cst av pn22 vmb dt av-dc av-j vvi pn31, pn22 vmb vvi, cst a-acp vbr crd n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1190
Page 322
9272
viz. a negative, and a positive act. The first of these, the negative act, is nothing else but preterition, non-election, Passing by,viz. a negative, and a positive act. The First of these, the negative act, is nothing Else but preterition, nonelection, Passing by,
n1 dt j-jn, cc dt j n1. dt ord pp-f d, dt j-jn n1, vbz pix av cc-acp n1, n1, vvg p-acp,
(41) part (DIV2)
1191
Page 322
9273
and not electing some particular and special men to that beatitude and glory which others are appointed to.
and not electing Some particular and special men to that beatitude and glory which Others Are appointed to.
cc xx vvg d j cc j n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq n2-jn vbr vvn p-acp.
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 322
9274
This is that will of God, by which he hath determined not to save them, but even to leave them in their lost condition, that they may perish everlastingly.
This is that will of God, by which he hath determined not to save them, but even to leave them in their lost condition, that they may perish everlastingly.
d vbz d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn xx pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi av-j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 322
9275
Now this, my brethren, is expresly and apparently implyed and included in election.
Now this, my brothers, is expressly and apparently employed and included in election.
av d, po11 n2, vbz av-j cc av-j vvn cc vvd p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 322
9276
For when God chooses some, it follows evidently, that there are other some remaining, on which that act of choosing doth not pass.
For when God chooses Some, it follows evidently, that there Are other Some remaining, on which that act of choosing does not pass.
p-acp c-crq np1 vvz d, pn31 vvz av-j, cst a-acp vbr j-jn d vvg, p-acp r-crq d n1 pp-f vvg vdz xx vvi.
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 322
9277
When David went to fight against Goliah, he chose him five smooth stones out of the brook;
When David went to fight against Goliath, he chosen him five smooth stones out of the brook;
c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vvd pno31 crd j n2 av pp-f dt n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 322
9278
Who doth not presently conceive that he refused other some? If all be taken, it is no election:
Who does not presently conceive that he refused other Some? If all be taken, it is no election:
q-crq vdz xx av-j vvi cst pns31 vvd j-jn d? cs d vbb vvn, pn31 vbz dx n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 322
9279
so that election carries in it the first act of reprobation, preterition, passing by. When some are chosen, there are other some refused;
so that election carries in it the First act of reprobation, preterition, passing by. When Some Are chosen, there Are other Some refused;
av cst n1 vvz p-acp pn31 dt ord n1 pp-f n1, n1, vvg p-acp. c-crq d vbr vvn, pc-acp vbr j-jn d vvn;
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 323
9280
when some are taken, there are others left.
when Some Are taken, there Are Others left.
c-crq d vbr vvn, pc-acp vbr n2-jn j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1192
Page 323
9281
2. But now there is another act of the decree of God in reference to those whom he appointeth to destruction, which we have called a positive act.
2. But now there is Another act of the Decree of God in Referente to those whom he appoints to destruction, which we have called a positive act.
crd p-acp av pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9282
For as God leaves men, in the first place, in their sins, and in their lost condition,
For as God leaves men, in the First place, in their Sins, and in their lost condition,
p-acp c-acp np1 vvz n2, p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 j-vvn n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9283
and doth not choose them to salvation:
and does not choose them to salvation:
cc vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9284
So in the second place, he resolveth with himself to condemn them and to destroy them for the sin in which he leaves them,
So in the second place, he resolves with himself to condemn them and to destroy them for the since in which he leaves them,
av p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32,
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9285
and so to glorifie his Justice in them.
and so to Glorify his justice in them.
cc av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32.
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9286
And this is that which some have stiled predamnation, damnation in the purpose and decree of God.
And this is that which Some have styled predamnation, damnation in the purpose and Decree of God.
cc d vbz d r-crq d vhb vvn n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9287
For it is one thing to decree the condemnation of such as are not chosen to salvation:
For it is one thing to Decree the condemnation of such as Are not chosen to salvation:
p-acp pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr xx vvn p-acp n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9288
and it is another thing actually to condemn them, by executing the decree upon them.
and it is Another thing actually to condemn them, by executing the Decree upon them.
cc pn31 vbz j-jn n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32.
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9289
Now of this second act of the decree of God it is that we speak in the conclusion we are handling, That God in his Eternal Counsel and Decree hath appointed and designed some certain special persons to destruction.
Now of this second act of the Decree of God it is that we speak in the conclusion we Are handling, That God in his Eternal Counsel and decree hath appointed and designed Some certain special Persons to destruction.
av pp-f d ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr vvg, cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vhz vvn cc vvn d j j n2 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1193
Page 323
9290
But you will ask me, Why hath God done so? What is the reason of this Act of his? What doth induce him to ordain men to destruction?
But you will ask me, Why hath God done so? What is the reason of this Act of his? What does induce him to ordain men to destruction?
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vhz np1 vdn av? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31? q-crq vdz vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1?
(41) part (DIV2)
1194
Page 323
9293
they are the cause indeed why he destroyes them, but not why he ordaines them to destruction.
they Are the cause indeed why he Destroys them, but not why he ordains them to destruction.
pns32 vbr dt n1 av c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, cc-acp xx c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9294
Its true, sin is considered in this second act of reprobation, which we have stiled predamnation.
Its true, since is considered in this second act of reprobation, which we have styled predamnation.
po31 j, n1 vbz vvn p-acp d ord n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9295
For as the Lord condemns men for their sins, in the great and dreadful day, so he accordingly decrees from everlasting to condemn them for their sins.
For as the Lord condemns men for their Sins, in the great and dreadful day, so he accordingly decrees from everlasting to condemn them for their Sins.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt j cc j n1, av pns31 av-vvg vvz p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9296
He doth in time, as he decrees from all eternity; Just so and no otherwise.
He does in time, as he decrees from all eternity; Just so and no otherwise.
pns31 vdz p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1; av av cc dx av.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9297
But mark it my beloved, however sin be thought upon in the decree, yet it is not the moving cause of the decree,
But mark it my Beloved, however since be Thought upon in the Decree, yet it is not the moving cause of the Decree,
cc-acp vvb pn31 po11 vvn, c-acp n1 vbb vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vbz xx dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9298
but only of the execution of it.
but only of the execution of it.
cc-acp av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9299
And as it is not the fore-sight of faith and holiness upon the one side that inclineth God to choose men:
And as it is not the foresight of faith and holiness upon the one side that Inclineth God to choose men:
cc c-acp pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd n1 cst vvz np1 pc-acp vvi n2:
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9300
so on the other side it is not the foresight of infidelity and disobedience that inclines him to reject them and appoint them to damnation.
so on the other side it is not the foresight of infidelity and disobedience that inclines him to reject them and appoint them to damnation.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9301
Indeed God damns men for their sins, yea he decrees to damn men for their sins;
Indeed God damns men for their Sins, yea he decrees to damn men for their Sins;
np1 np1 vvz n2 p-acp po32 n2, uh pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2;
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9302
but yet it is not for their sins that he decrees it.
but yet it is not for their Sins that he decrees it.
cc-acp av pn31 vbz xx p-acp po32 n2 cst pns31 vvz pn31.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9303
Sin is the Cause, and is considered as the cause of the accomplishment of the decree:
since is the Cause, and is considered as the cause of the accomplishment of the Decree:
n1 vbz dt n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9304
but not of the decree it self.
but not of the Decree it self.
cc-acp xx pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1196
Page 323
9305
But if sin be not the reason then why God appoints men to destruction, what is the reason then?
But if since be not the reason then why God appoints men to destruction, what is the reason then?
cc-acp cs n1 vbb xx dt n1 av c-crq np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 av?
(41) part (DIV2)
1197
Page 323
9306
Truly there is no reason out of God, no moving or impulsive cause of the decree out of his own bosome.
Truly there is no reason out of God, no moving or impulsive cause of the Decree out of his own bosom.
av-j pc-acp vbz dx n1 av pp-f np1, av-dx vvg cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f po31 d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 323
9307
His NONLATINALPHABET is the only reason why he appointeth some to wrath, and others to salvation: the pleasure of his own will.
His is the only reason why he appoints Some to wrath, and Others to salvation: the pleasure of his own will.
po31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d p-acp n1, cc n2-jn p-acp n1: dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 323
9308
He hath mercy on whom he will, and whom he will he hardneth, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 9.18.He hath mercy on whom he will, and whom he will he Hardeneth, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 9.18.
pns31 vhz n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb, cc r-crq pns31 vmb pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 323
9309
And therefore the Apostle in that very Chapter concludeth the decree of God, both of election,
And Therefore the Apostle in that very Chapter Concludeth the Decree of God, both of election,
cc av dt n1 p-acp d j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, d pp-f n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 323
9310
and of reprobation, to be absolutely free from any motive or inducement out of God himself,
and of reprobation, to be absolutely free from any motive or inducement out of God himself,
cc pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp d n1 cc n1 av pp-f np1 px31,
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 324
9311
because it passed upon the children, Iacob and Esau being yet unborn, having neither done good or evil,
Because it passed upon the children, Iacob and Esau being yet unborn, having neither done good or evil,
c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt n2, np1 cc np1 vbg av j, vhg d vdi j cc j-jn,
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 324
9312
as you may see at large, Rom. 9.11, 12, 13. For the children being not yet born, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works but of him that calleth, it was said, The elder shall serve the yonger, &c. As it is written, Jacob have I loved, that is to choose him;
as you may see At large, Rom. 9.11, 12, 13. For the children being not yet born, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works but of him that calls, it was said, The elder shall serve the younger, etc. As it is written, Jacob have I loved, that is to choose him;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j, np1 crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n2 vbg xx av vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp n1 vmd vvi, xx pp-f n2 p-acp pp-f pno31 cst vvz, pn31 vbds vvn, dt n-jn vmb vvi dt jc, av p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vhb pns11 vvn, cst vbz pc-acp vvi pno31;
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 324
9313
and Esau have I hated, to reject him.and Esau have I hated, to reject him.
cc np1 vhb pns11 vvn, pc-acp vvi pno31.
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 324
9314
And consequently neither election not rejection was of works, not of any thing in them, seeing it took hold upon them before they had a being in the world.
And consequently neither election not rejection was of works, not of any thing in them, seeing it took hold upon them before they had a being in the world.
cc av-j av-dx n1 xx n1 vbds pp-f n2, xx pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32, vvg pn31 vvd vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vhd dt vbg p-acp dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1198
Page 324
9315
Yea but it will be said perhaps, though they were yet unborn, and though they had done neither good nor evil,
Yea but it will be said perhaps, though they were yet unborn, and though they had done neither good nor evil,
uh p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, cs pns32 vbdr av j, cc cs pns32 vhd vdn dx j ccx j-jn,
(41) part (DIV2)
1199
Page 324
9316
yet God fore-knew, and God foresaw they would be born, and that in time they would do good or evil,
yet God foreknew, and God foresaw they would be born, and that in time they would do good or evil,
av np1 j, cc np1 vvd pns32 vmd vbi vvn, cc cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vdi j cc j-jn,
(41) part (DIV2)
1199
Page 324
9317
and so accordingly he moulded his decree, electing him whom he foresaw would do good, rejecting him whom he foresaw would do evil.
and so accordingly he moulded his Decree, electing him whom he foresaw would do good, rejecting him whom he foresaw would do evil.
cc av av-vvg pns31 vvd po31 n1, vvg pno31 r-crq pns31 vvd vmd vdi j, vvg pno31 r-crq pns31 vvd vmd vdi j-jn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1199
Page 324
9318
But how then was it not of works, if it were of works foreseen of the one side or the other? will works foreseen stand better with the freeness of the purpose and decree of God,
But how then was it not of works, if it were of works foreseen of the one side or the other? will works foreseen stand better with the freeness of the purpose and Decree of God,
cc-acp q-crq av vbds pn31 xx pp-f n2, cs pn31 vbdr pp-f n2 vvn pp-f dt crd n1 cc dt n-jn? vmb n2 vvn vvb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1200
Page 324
9319
then present works or works in being? Not a whit. And therefore this is cleerly and apparently the force of the Apostles reason.
then present works or works in being? Not a whit. And Therefore this is clearly and apparently the force of the Apostles reason.
av j n2 cc vvz p-acp vbg? xx dt n1. cc av d vbz av-j cc av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1200
Page 324
9320
The decree of God is free, and not of works: it is not caused by any thing that man doth:
The Decree of God is free, and not of works: it is not caused by any thing that man does:
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc xx pp-f n2: pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 cst n1 vdz:
(41) part (DIV2)
1200
Page 324
9321
For it took hold of Iacob and of Esau, being yet unborn, before they had done either good or evil,
For it took hold of Iacob and of Esau, being yet unborn, before they had done either good or evil,
c-acp pn31 vvd vvi pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1, vbg av j, c-acp pns32 vhd vdn d j cc j-jn,
(41) part (DIV2)
1200
Page 324
9322
or were considered doing good or evil as a motive or inducement to prevail with God to choose the one or to refuse the other.
or were considered doing good or evil as a motive or inducement to prevail with God to choose the one or to refuse the other.
cc vbdr vvn vdg j cc j-jn c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt crd cc p-acp vvi dt j-jn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1200
Page 324
9323
So then you see the reason of the point. Some certain men God appointeth to perdition.
So then you see the reason of the point. some certain men God appoints to perdition.
av av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d j n2 np1 vvz p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1201
Page 324
9324
Why? because he will, because it is his pleasure so to do.
Why? Because he will, Because it is his pleasure so to do.
q-crq? c-acp pns31 vmb, c-acp pn31 vbz po31 n1 av pc-acp vdi.
(41) part (DIV2)
1201
Page 324
9325
But you will say perhaps, This is very hard measure, that God should preordain men to destruction, upon this account because he will.
But you will say perhaps, This is very hard measure, that God should preordain men to destruction, upon this account Because he will.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, d vbz av j n1, cst np1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vmb.
(41) part (DIV2)
1202
Page 324
9326
And is it not as hard measure, that the Creator should not be allowed to have his will upon his creature? If you could make a thing of nothing, you would look to have the free disposal of it at your own pleasure. And is it not as hard measure, that the Creator should not be allowed to have his will upon his creature? If you could make a thing of nothing, you would look to have the free disposal of it At your own pleasure.
cc vbz pn31 xx p-acp j n1, cst dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1? cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pix, pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9327
Nay, my beloved, to use the instance the Apostle gives, the Potter looks to have the free disposal of his clay,
Nay, my Beloved, to use the instance the Apostle gives, the Potter looks to have the free disposal of his clay,
uh-x, po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9328
and of the self same Lump to make one Vessel to an honourable, another to a sordid use. and of the self same Lump to make one Vessel to an honourable, Another to a sordid use.
cc pp-f dt n1 d n1 pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp dt j, j-jn p-acp dt j n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9329
Or if he please, as soon as he hath finished them, to dash the one to shivers, and to save the other.
Or if he please, as soon as he hath finished them, to dash the one to shivers, and to save the other.
cc cs pns31 vvb, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32, pc-acp vvi dt crd p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n-jn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9330
If any ask a reason of him, it is enough for him to say that he doth this because he will,
If any ask a reason of him, it is enough for him to say that he does this Because he will,
cs d vvb dt n1 pp-f pno31, pn31 vbz av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vdz d c-acp pns31 vmb,
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9331
because it is his pleasure so to do. He made it, and he may destroy it;
Because it is his pleasure so to do. He made it, and he may destroy it;
c-acp pn31 vbz po31 n1 av pc-acp vdi. pns31 vvd pn31, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31;
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9332
And yet he gives but form to what he makes, he works on matter made before by God.
And yet he gives but from to what he makes, he works on matter made before by God.
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9333
But God creates a thing of nothing; he gives it form and matter too;
But God creates a thing of nothing; he gives it from and matter too;
p-acp np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pix; pns31 vvz pn31 n1 cc n1 av;
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9334
and why may not he dispose it as he will? Why should not his authority and power be yielded and allowed to be as great upon the creature which he makes of nothing,
and why may not he dispose it as he will? Why should not his Authority and power be yielded and allowed to be as great upon the creature which he makes of nothing,
cc q-crq vmb xx pns31 vvi pn31 c-acp pns31 vmb? q-crq vmd xx po31 n1 cc n1 vbb vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi a-acp j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pix,
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9335
as the Potters on the clay which he could never make?
as the Potters on the clay which he could never make?
c-acp dt ng1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd av-x vvi?
(41) part (DIV2)
1203
Page 324
9336
And yet what ever Gods decree concerning any man may be, which he reserveth in his own breast and bosome, he never damneth or destroyes a man till he deserve it.
And yet what ever God's Decree Concerning any man may be, which he reserveth in his own breast and bosom, he never damneth or Destroys a man till he deserve it.
cc av q-crq av ng1 n1 vvg d n1 vmb vbi, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, pns31 av-x vvz cc vvz dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvb pn31.
(41) part (DIV2)
1204
Page 324
9337
The Potter breaks a vessell it may be for no fault at all, but to satisfie his fancy,
The Potter breaks a vessel it may be for no fault At all, but to satisfy his fancy,
dt n1 vvz dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dx n1 p-acp d, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1204
Page 324
9338
or to manifest his power, and to shew what he can do. But God the great Creator of the world, doth never so with any creature;
or to manifest his power, and to show what he can do. But God the great Creator of the world, does never so with any creature;
cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb vdi. p-acp np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vdz av av p-acp d n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1204
Page 324
9339
if he dash any man to pieces, it is because he hath deserved it very justly by his sins.
if he dash any man to Pieces, it is Because he hath deserved it very justly by his Sins.
cs pns31 vvb d n1 p-acp n2, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av av-j p-acp po31 n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1204
Page 325
9340
If he condemn him, there is a meritorious cause. And he may truly say to such a person, Thy destruction is of thy self.
If he condemn him, there is a meritorious cause. And he may truly say to such a person, Thy destruction is of thy self.
cs pns31 vvb pno31, pc-acp vbz dt j n1. cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d dt n1, po21 n1 vbz pp-f po21 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1204
Page 325
9341
But in the second place it will be said perhaps by some, If this be so that God in his Eternal Counsel and Decree, hath apointed and disigned some certain special persons to destruction, it is in vain for such to hear and pray,
But in the second place it will be said perhaps by Some, If this be so that God in his Eternal Counsel and decree, hath appointed and disigned Some certain special Persons to destruction, it is in vain for such to hear and pray,
cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp d, cs d vbb av cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, vhz vvd cc vvd d j j n2 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j c-acp d pc-acp vvi cc vvb,
(41) part (DIV2)
1205
Page 325
9342
and use the means of attaining to salvation. They were as good to fit still and do nothing:
and use the means of attaining to salvation. They were as good to fit still and do nothing:
cc vvi dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp n1. pns32 vbdr a-acp j pc-acp vvi av cc vdb pix:
(41) part (DIV2)
1205
Page 325
9343
for all will be to no purpose. If they be reprobated, they must be destroyed: the Counsell of the Lord must stand. for all will be to no purpose. If they be reprobated, they must be destroyed: the Counsel of the Lord must stand.
p-acp d vmb vbi pc-acp dx n1. cs pns32 vbb vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi.
(41) part (DIV2)
1205
Page 325
9344
If they be reprobated? But who are reprobated, can they tell? Hast thou known the mind of the Lord? Art thou assured that thou art reprobated and appointed to destruction? If so indeed, there were some colour for thee to neglect the means of attainment to salvation.
If they be reprobated? But who Are reprobated, can they tell? Hast thou known the mind of the Lord? Art thou assured that thou art reprobated and appointed to destruction? If so indeed, there were Some colour for thee to neglect the means of attainment to salvation.
cs pns32 vbb vvn? p-acp r-crq vbr vvn, vmb pns32 vvi? vh2 pns21 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vb2r pns21 vvn cst pns21 vb2r vvn cc vvn p-acp n1? cs av av, pc-acp vbdr d n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9345
But know, my brethren, that it is impossible for any man to be infallibly assured of his reprobation without immediate revelation, as perhaps Saul was.
But know, my brothers, that it is impossible for any man to be infallibly assured of his reprobation without immediate Revelation, as perhaps Saul was.
cc-acp vvb, po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j n1, c-acp av np1 vbds.
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9346
Its true, he may be sure of his election: never of his reprobation. The Scripture urges and perswades men to assure the one, never to assure the other.
Its true, he may be sure of his election: never of his reprobation. The Scripture urges and persuades men to assure the one, never to assure the other.
po31 j, pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f po31 n1: av pp-f po31 n1. dt n1 vvz cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi dt pi, av-x pc-acp vvi dt n-jn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9347
It giveth marks and evidences of the one; it gives no evidences of the other.
It gives marks and evidences of the one; it gives no evidences of the other.
pn31 vvz n2 cc n2 pp-f dt crd; pn31 vvz dx n2 pp-f dt j-jn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9348
Indeed the sin against the Holy Ghost (where it is found) follows after of reprobation:
Indeed the since against the Holy Ghost (where it is found) follows After of reprobation:
np1 dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 (c-crq pn31 vbz vvn) vvz p-acp pp-f n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9349
but who is able to determine whether he be guilty of this sin against the Holy Ghost,
but who is able to determine whither he be guilty of this since against the Holy Ghost,
cc-acp q-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vbb j pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9350
or no? As for my own part, I am confident that God hath ordered matters so, that no man shall be able to determine that he is rejected by him;
or no? As for my own part, I am confident that God hath ordered matters so, that no man shall be able to determine that he is rejected by him;
cc dx? p-acp p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vbm j cst np1 vhz vvn n2 av, cst dx n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31;
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9351
And that to this intent, that all men may be held in diligent attendance on the means of reconciliation and attonement with him, not knowing what the issue and event may be.
And that to this intent, that all men may be held in diligent attendance on the means of reconciliation and atonement with him, not knowing what the issue and event may be.
cc cst p-acp d n1, cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, xx vvg r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi.
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9352
And what then? wilt thou take that to be certain which is very doubtfull,
And what then? wilt thou take that to be certain which is very doubtful,
cc q-crq av? vm2 pns21 vvi cst pc-acp vbi j r-crq vbz av j,
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9353
and on so weak a ground as this, neglect and slight the means, which may for ought thou knowest, be powerfull to the salvation of thy pretious soul for ever? Wilt thou conclude thou art rejected,
and on so weak a ground as this, neglect and slight the means, which may for ought thou Knowest, be powerful to the salvation of thy precious soul for ever? Wilt thou conclude thou art rejected,
cc p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp d, n1 cc vvi dt n2, r-crq vmb p-acp pi pns21 vv2, vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1 c-acp av? vm2 pns21 vvi pns21 vb2r vvn,
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9354
and do as if this resolution were infallible, when yet it is apparently a most uncertain thing, of which thou canst not be assured? When the decree concerning reprobation is a secret and a doubtfull thing;
and do as if this resolution were infallible, when yet it is apparently a most uncertain thing, of which thou Canst not be assured? When the Decree Concerning reprobation is a secret and a doubtful thing;
cc vdb c-acp cs d n1 vbdr j, c-crq av pn31 vbz av-j dt av-ds j n1, pp-f r-crq pns21 vm2 xx vbi vvn? c-crq dt n1 vvg n1 vbz dt j-jn cc dt j n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9355
and the command requiring thee to make thy calling and election sure is a plain and certain thing:
and the command requiring thee to make thy calling and election sure is a plain and certain thing:
cc dt n1 vvg pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc n1 j vbz dt j cc j n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9356
wilt thou neglect the precept and command that lies before thee, and walk by the decree that is obscure and hidden from thee?
wilt thou neglect the precept and command that lies before thee, and walk by the Decree that is Obscure and hidden from thee?
vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz p-acp pno21, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j cc vvn p-acp pno21?
(41) part (DIV2)
1206
Page 325
9357
Shouldst thou not rather reason in the case in hand, as Merchants and Adventurers in worldly things are wont to do? Perhaps the Lord may have a blessing yet in store for me;
Shouldst thou not rather reason in the case in hand, as Merchant's and Adventurers in worldly things Are wont to do? Perhaps the Lord may have a blessing yet in store for me;
vmd2 pns21 xx av-c vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vdi? av dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 av p-acp n1 p-acp pno11;
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 325
9358
Once I am sure he hath required me to use the means, and therefore though there be some hazard in it, I will not be behind in my endeavour;
Once I am sure he hath required me to use the means, and Therefore though there be Some hazard in it, I will not be behind in my endeavour;
c-acp pns11 vbm j pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc av cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb xx vbi a-acp p-acp po11 n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 325
9359
at his command I will let down the net. Even so perhaps the Lord may have appointed me to life and glory:
At his command I will let down the net. Even so perhaps the Lord may have appointed me to life and glory:
p-acp po31 n1 pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1. np1 av av dt n1 vmb vhi vvn pno11 p-acp n1 cc n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 325
9360
once I am sure he hath commanded me to use the means of attaining to salvation:
once I am sure he hath commanded me to use the means of attaining to salvation:
c-acp pns11 vbm j pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 325
9361
And therefore though I know not what the issue and event may be, I will attend upon them, be carefull in the use and practice of them, to the utmost of my power.
And Therefore though I know not what the issue and event may be, I will attend upon them, be careful in the use and practice of them, to the utmost of my power.
cc av cs pns11 vvb xx r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, vbb j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt j pp-f po11 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 325
9362
I know, if I neglect them, I must perish: if I use them, I may live eternally:
I know, if I neglect them, I must perish: if I use them, I may live eternally:
pns11 vvb, cs pns11 vvb pno32, pns11 vmb vvi: cs pns11 vvb pno32, pns11 vmb vvi av-j:
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 325
9363
And therefore I will rather give all diligence to make my calling and election sure, then thus adventure my immortal soul upon such hazzard and uncertainty as this.
And Therefore I will rather give all diligence to make my calling and election sure, then thus adventure my immortal soul upon such hazard and uncertainty as this.
cc av pns11 vmb av-c vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n-vvg cc n1 j, av av vvi po11 j n1 p-acp d vvi cc n1 p-acp d.
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 326
9364
And who can tell but that the Lord may yet be gracious that my soul may live?
And who can tell but that the Lord may yet be gracious that my soul may live?
cc q-crq vmb vvi cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb av vbi j cst po11 n1 vmb vvi?
(41) part (DIV2)
1207
Page 326
9365
Is it so that God in his eternal Counsel and Decree hath appointed and designed, &c. hence then it follows that all men are not chosen to salvation;
Is it so that God in his Eternal Counsel and decree hath appointed and designed, etc. hence then it follows that all men Are not chosen to salvation;
vbz pn31 av cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vhz vvn cc vvn, av av av pn31 vvz cst d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1208
Page 326
9366
And consequently they are very much deceived, who hold and teach that God in his Decree, hath not perfectly precisely pitched on any special individual men, appointing them to life and glory:
And consequently they Are very much deceived, who hold and teach that God in his decree, hath not perfectly precisely pitched on any special Individu men, appointing them to life and glory:
cc av-j pns32 vbr av av-d vvn, r-crq vvb cc vvi cst np1 p-acp po31 n1, vhz xx av-j av-j vvn p-acp d j j-jn n2, vvg pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1208
Page 326
9367
But that he hath elected all upon condition that they repent, believe and persevere in holiness and grace unto the end.
But that he hath elected all upon condition that they Repent, believe and persevere in holiness and grace unto the end.
cc-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn d p-acp n1 cst pns32 vvb, vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1208
Page 326
9368
And on the other side, that he rejecteth no man absolutely from salvation, but (as their own expression is) suspenso manet animo, si forte resipiscant, The Lord suspendeth his determination, expecting their repentance that they may be saved.
And on the other side, that he rejecteth no man absolutely from salvation, but (as their own expression is) suspenso manet animo, si forte resipiscant, The Lord suspendeth his determination, expecting their Repentance that they may be saved.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns31 vvz dx n1 av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp (c-acp po32 d n1 vbz) fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr n1, dt n1 vvz po31 n1, vvg po32 n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1208
Page 326
9369
A Doctrine evidently crossing with the truth which we have plentifully proved and confirmed from the Scripture, that there is a particular and special reprobation,
A Doctrine evidently crossing with the truth which we have plentifully proved and confirmed from the Scripture, that there is a particular and special reprobation,
dt n1 av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz dt j cc j n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9370
and therefore cannot be an universal election.
and Therefore cannot be an universal election.
cc av vmbx vbi dt j n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9392
If he will glorifie his grace in this business, we must be saved according to his will and pleasure,
If he will Glorify his grace in this business, we must be saved according to his will and pleasure,
cs pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 327
9371
Now that you may not be misled in this particular, or drawn to think that God hath chosen all men to salvation on condition, leaving it wholly to themselves and to their own free wils, either to ratifie it, or infringe it;
Now that you may not be misled in this particular, or drawn to think that God hath chosen all men to salvation on condition, leaving it wholly to themselves and to their own free wills, either to ratify it, or infringe it;
av cst pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j, cc vvn pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvg pn31 av-jn p-acp px32 cc p-acp po32 d j n2, av-d pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31;
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9372
so making his decree like a Noveriut universi, If men believe not, persevere not, then the election must be void.
so making his Decree like a Noveriut universi, If men believe not, persevere not, then the election must be void.
av vvg po31 n1 av-j dt n1 fw-la, cs n2 vvb xx, vvb xx, cs dt n1 vmb vbi j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9373
Otherwise, if they believe and continue to the end, it must remain in full power, strength and vertue.
Otherwise, if they believe and continue to the end, it must remain in full power, strength and virtue.
av, cs pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, n1 cc n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9374
I say, that this corrupt opinion (which is so confidently vented now adayes) may not take with any of you, I shall lay down some arguments against it,
I say, that this corrupt opinion (which is so confidently vented now adays) may not take with any of you, I shall lay down Some Arguments against it,
pns11 vvb, cst d j n1 (r-crq vbz av av-j vvd av av) vmb xx vvi p-acp d pp-f pn22, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n2 p-acp pn31,
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9375
and answer others that are brought for it.
and answer Others that Are brought for it.
cc vvi n2-jn cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31.
(41) part (DIV2)
1209
Page 326
9376
This universal and conditional election overthrows the end of God, all which he aims in all his Counsels and Decrees,
This universal and conditional election overthrows the end of God, all which he aims in all his Counsels and Decrees,
d j cc j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2,
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9377
and in all his dispensations, viz. the glory of his free grace.
and in all his dispensations, viz. the glory of his free grace.
cc p-acp d po31 n2, n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9378
This was that which the Lord had in his eye when he appointed men to glory,
This was that which the Lord had in his eye when he appointed men to glory,
d vbds d r-crq dt n1 vhd p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9379
even that he might make known the riches of his own glory, on those which he prepared to glory,
even that he might make known the riches of his own glory, on those which he prepared to glory,
av cst pns31 vmd vvi vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9380
as you have it, Rom. 9.22.
as you have it, Rom. 9.22.
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31, np1 crd.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9381
Now how shall he attain this end by choosing all men to Salvation, if they will themselves? how is the glory of his mercy magnified and advanced? where is the freeness of his grace more to one man then another? since he doth alike for all, electeth all alike to glory and salvation;
Now how shall he attain this end by choosing all men to Salvation, if they will themselves? how is the glory of his mercy magnified and advanced? where is the freeness of his grace more to one man then Another? since he does alike for all, Electeth all alike to glory and salvation;
av q-crq vmb pns31 vvi d n1 p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp n1, cs pns32 vmb px32? uh-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn cc vvn? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-dc p-acp crd n1 av j-jn? c-acp pns31 vdz av p-acp d, vvz d av-j p-acp n1 cc n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9382
prepareth heaven no more for one man then another:
Prepareth heaven no more for one man then Another:
vvz n1 av-dx dc p-acp crd n1 av j-jn:
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9383
so that if any man be saved, he may thank himself, he may glory in himself, and not in God.
so that if any man be saved, he may thank himself, he may glory in himself, and not in God.
av cst cs d n1 vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vvi px31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp px31, cc xx p-acp np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9384
And therefore it is very notable that the Apostle making this the end of the decree of God, viz. the glory of his grace, withall discovers that he electeth men to life, not according to their wills,
And Therefore it is very notable that the Apostle making this the end of the Decree of God, viz. the glory of his grace, withal discovers that he Electeth men to life, not according to their wills,
cc av pn31 vbz av j cst dt n1 vvg d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av vvz cst pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n1, xx vvg p-acp po32 n2,
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9385
as they will either choose it, or refuse it, but according to his own, Eph. 1.5, 6. Having predestinated us by Jesus Christ, to the praise of the glory of his grace.
as they will either choose it, or refuse it, but according to his own, Ephesians 1.5, 6. Having predestinated us by jesus christ, to the praise of the glory of his grace.
c-acp pns32 vmb av-d vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31, cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 d, np1 crd, crd vhg vvn pno12 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9386
How so? according to the pleasure of his will.
How so? according to the pleasure of his will.
c-crq av? vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9387
To shew that he works freely in the business without impulsion or provocation from external causes.
To show that he works freely in the business without impulsion or provocation from external Causes.
p-acp n1 cst pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9388
And so he must if he will atttain his end.
And so he must if he will atttain his end.
cc av pns31 vmb cs pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9389
If it be to the glory of his grace, it must be according to the pleasure of his will.
If it be to the glory of his grace, it must be according to the pleasure of his will.
cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 326
9390
So afterwards, ver. 11, 12. We are predestinated that we should be to the glory of his grace.
So afterwards, ver. 11, 12. We Are predestinated that we should be to the glory of his grace.
av av, fw-la. crd, crd pns12 vbr vvn cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 327
9391
And to this end we are predestinated according to his purpose who worketh all things after the Counsel of his own will. And to this end we Are predestinated according to his purpose who works all things After the Counsel of his own will.
cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr vvn vvg p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 327
9393
and not according to our own. His will must have the first and greatest stroke in this mercy.
and not according to our own. His will must have the First and greatest stroke in this mercy.
cc xx vvg p-acp po12 d. po31 n1 vmb vhi dt ord cc js n1 p-acp d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1210
Page 327
9394
This universal and conditional election, as it overthrows Gods end, so it hinders our duty. It cannot choose but wonderfully cool and dead our hearts in rendring thankfulness to God,
This universal and conditional election, as it overthrows God's end, so it hinders our duty. It cannot choose but wonderfully cool and dead our hearts in rendering thankfulness to God,
d j cc j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz ng1 n1, av pn31 vvz po12 n1. pn31 vmbx vvi cc-acp av-j vvi cc j po12 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9395
when we consider with our selves that he hath done no more for us in this business of election and salvation then he hath for all the world.
when we Consider with our selves that he hath done no more for us in this business of election and salvation then he hath for all the world.
c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 cst pns31 vhz vdn dx dc p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cs pns31 vhz p-acp d dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9396
Our Saviour Christ endeavouring to quicken his Disciples to thanskgiving, shews them the priviledge and the preferment which they had in the mercy of the Lord, Mat. 11.25. and 13.16, 17. And the same course the Prophet David takes with Israel, Psal. 147.19, 20. He shewed his word to Jacob, his statutes and his judgements to Israel.
Our Saviour christ endeavouring to quicken his Disciples to thanskgiving, shows them the privilege and the preferment which they had in the mercy of the Lord, Mathew 11.25. and 13.16, 17. And the same course the Prophet David Takes with Israel, Psalm 147.19, 20. He showed his word to Jacob, his statutes and his Judgments to Israel.
po12 n1 np1 vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, vvz pno32 dt n1 cc dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. cc crd, crd cc dt d n1 dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, po31 n2 cc po31 n2 p-acp np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9397
He dealt not so with other Nations, and therefore you are specially engaged to praise the Lord.He dealt not so with other nations, and Therefore you Are specially engaged to praise the Lord.
pns31 vvd xx av p-acp j-jn n2, cc av pn22 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9398
And certainly that soul shall find it self most quickned and enlarged to the praises of the Lord, that sees his special and peculiar favour to it self, which millions are rejected from.
And Certainly that soul shall find it self most quickened and enlarged to the praises of the Lord, that sees his special and peculiar favour to it self, which millions Are rejected from.
cc av-j d n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 av-ds vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz po31 j cc j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, r-crq crd vbr vvn p-acp.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9399
Oh, will the soul consider with it self in such a case, Why hath God pitched on me neglecting others? whence was it that he took me into his decree? what did he see in me, more then in those whom he laid by? why he did choose me? In our elections who are men (beloved) there is something still that carries and inclines us to a choice.
O, will the soul Consider with it self in such a case, Why hath God pitched on me neglecting Others? whence was it that he took me into his Decree? what did he see in me, more then in those whom he laid by? why he did choose me? In our elections who Are men (Beloved) there is something still that carries and inclines us to a choice.
uh, vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp d dt n1, q-crq vhz np1 vvn p-acp pno11 vvg ng2-jn? q-crq vbds pn31 cst pns31 vvd pno11 p-acp po31 n1? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp pno11, av-dc cs p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp? uh-crq pns31 vdd vvi pno11? p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vbr n2 (vvn) pc-acp vbz pi av cst vvz cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9400
Some fitness in the object of it, some relation to our selves, some motive or inducement that prevails upon us.
some fitness in the Object of it, Some Relation to our selves, Some motive or inducement that prevails upon us.
d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, d n1 p-acp po12 n2, d n1 cc n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9401
But now my brethren, we are all alike to God in the act of his election;
But now my brothers, we Are all alike to God in the act of his election;
p-acp av po11 n2, pns12 vbr d av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9402
we lay together in the same corrupted Mass, all weltring in the same blood, and tumbling in the same gore;
we lay together in the same corrupted Mass, all weltering in the same blood, and tumbling in the same gore;
pns12 vvd av p-acp dt d j-vvn n1, d vvg p-acp dt d n1, cc vvg p-acp dt d n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9403
and when he came to choose a little number in comparison of those he left, Oh what a mercy was it that he should pitch on thee and me!
and when he Come to choose a little number in comparison of those he left, O what a mercy was it that he should pitch on thee and me!
cc c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d pns31 vvd, uh r-crq dt n1 vbds pn31 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno21 cc pno11!
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9404
which if he had not done, we had been lost for ever.
which if he had not done, we had been lost for ever.
r-crq cs pns31 vhd xx vdn, pns12 vhd vbn vvn p-acp av.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9405
Truly, my brethren, did we sit down and weigh it well in our advised and deliberate thoughts, it would transport and carry us beyond our selves.
Truly, my brothers, did we fit down and weigh it well in our advised and deliberate thoughts, it would transport and carry us beyond our selves.
np1, po11 n2, vdd pns12 vvi a-acp cc vvi pn31 av p-acp po12 j-vvn cc j n2, pn31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9406
It would make us to break out with the Apostle, Eph. 1.3, 4. Blessed be God who hath chosen us:
It would make us to break out with the Apostle, Ephesians 1.3, 4. Blessed be God who hath chosen us:
pn31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd vvd vbi n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno12:
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9407
us who deserved no more then others, who were no fitter for his choice then others.
us who deserved no more then Others, who were no fitter for his choice then Others.
pno12 r-crq vvd dx dc cs n2-jn, r-crq vbdr dx jc p-acp po31 n1 cs n2-jn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9408
And yet us, when he hath rejected others. Oh blessed be the Lord for this mercy.
And yet us, when he hath rejected Others. O blessed be the Lord for this mercy.
cc av pns12, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn ng2-jn. uh j-vvn vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9409
But now, my brethren, none of this, if all be chosen to salvation with this condition that they will accept it, they may have it if they will;
But now, my brothers, none of this, if all be chosen to salvation with this condition that they will accept it, they may have it if they will;
p-acp av, po11 n2, pix pp-f d, cs d vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31, pns32 vmb vhi pn31 cs pns32 vmb;
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9410
The damned reprobate in hell by this account hath as much reason to be thankfull as the triumphant Saint in heaven.
The damned Reprobate in hell by this account hath as much reason to be thankful as the triumphant Saint in heaven.
dt j-vvn n-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 vhz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j c-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9411
Why, may this wretched Catiffe say, God did as much for me as him; only indeed I did not so much for my self.
Why, may this wretched Caitiff say, God did as much for me as him; only indeed I did not so much for my self.
uh-crq, vmb d j n1 vvi, np1 vdd c-acp av-d p-acp pno11 p-acp pno31; av-j av pns11 vdd xx av av-d c-acp po11 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9412
And may the glorified Saint in heaven say, The Lord hath done as much for those in hell,
And may the glorified Saint in heaven say, The Lord hath done as much for those in hell,
cc vmb dt vvn n1 p-acp n1 vvi, dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp d c-acp d p-acp n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9413
as ever he hath done for me.
as ever he hath done for me.
c-acp av pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno11.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9414
He hath elected them as well as me, and he hath assisted them as much as me;
He hath elected them as well as me, and he hath assisted them as much as me;
pns31 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp av c-acp pno11, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d c-acp pno11;
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9415
for he is to all alike; only they have not used their own free-wills as well as I have done;
for he is to all alike; only they have not used their own Free-wills as well as I have done;
c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp d av; av-j pns32 vhb xx vvn po32 d n2 c-acp av c-acp pns11 vhb vdn;
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9416
and this is the only cause that they are damned, and I am saved. And therefore I wil ever thank my self and not God.
and this is the only cause that they Are damned, and I am saved. And Therefore I will ever thank my self and not God.
cc d vbz dt j n1 cst pns32 vbr vvn, cc pns11 vbm vvn. cc av pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n1 cc xx np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 327
9417
At least I have no greater cause to think him, then the damned have.
At least I have no greater cause to think him, then the damned have.
p-acp ds pns11 vhb dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cs dt j-vvn vhb.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 328
9418
If there be any difference between them and me, it is not God that made it, but my self.
If there be any difference between them and me, it is not God that made it, but my self.
cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp pno32 cc pno11, pn31 vbz xx np1 cst vvd pn31, cc-acp po11 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 328
9419
God did for them and me alike. And that they are not in the same condition with me, the only reason is,
God did for them and me alike. And that they Are not in the same condition with me, the only reason is,
np1 vdd p-acp pno32 cc pno11 av. cc cst pns32 vbr xx p-acp dt d n1 p-acp pno11, dt j n1 vbz,
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 328
9420
because we did not for ourselves alike.
Because we did not for ourselves alike.
c-acp pns12 vdd xx p-acp px12 j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 328
9421
And therefore they are every way as much obliged and bound to God as I am.
And Therefore they Are every Way as much obliged and bound to God as I am.
cc av pns32 vbr d n1 c-acp av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 c-acp pns11 vbm.
(41) part (DIV2)
1211
Page 328
9422
This universal and conditional election doth in some respect set up man above God.
This universal and conditional election does in Some respect Set up man above God.
d j cc j n1 vdz p-acp d n1 vvn a-acp n1 p-acp np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9423
God for his own part chooseth all men to salvation, he would have all men to be saved.
God for his own part chooses all men to salvation, he would have all men to be saved.
np1 p-acp po31 d n1 vvz d n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9424
How comes it then to pass, whence is it that they are not saved? Because they will not themselves.
How comes it then to pass, whence is it that they Are not saved? Because they will not themselves.
q-crq vvz pn31 av pc-acp vvi, q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns32 vbr xx vvn? p-acp pns32 vmb xx px32.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9425
God will, and they will not;
God will, and they will not;
np1 vmb, cc pns32 vmb xx;
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9426
who carries it in this business? Their will takes place, and not Gods. The will of God you see, by this opinion, is ordered and disposed by the will of man.
who carries it in this business? Their will Takes place, and not God's The will of God you see, by this opinion, is ordered and disposed by the will of man.
q-crq vvz pn31 p-acp d n1? po32 n1 vvz n1, cc xx n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vvb, p-acp d n1, vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9427
He chooseth all men on condition;
He chooses all men on condition;
pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9428
but his final resolution and absolute determination is suspended upon the operation of the will of man;
but his final resolution and absolute determination is suspended upon the operation of the will of man;
cc-acp po31 j n1 cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9429
He is at liberty to make it good, or make it void at his pleasure: If he will be saved, he may;
He is At liberty to make it good, or make it void At his pleasure: If he will be saved, he may;
pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cc vvi pn31 j p-acp po31 n1: cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pns31 vmb;
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9430
if not, he must be damned, though God for his part have ordained him to salvation.
if not, he must be damned, though God for his part have ordained him to salvation.
cs xx, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cs np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9431
What is this but to make God in some respect an underling to man? to make the will of God subservient to the will of man, which is a most blasphemous derogation.
What is this but to make God in Some respect an underling to man? to make the will of God subservient to the will of man, which is a most blasphemous derogation.
q-crq vbz d p-acp pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n1 dt n1 p-acp n1? pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 fw-fr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt av-ds j n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9432
Indeed by this opinion the Lord doth not so much in the business of election and salvation as man doth.
Indeed by this opinion the Lord does not so much in the business of election and salvation as man does.
np1 p-acp d n1 dt n1 vdz xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 vdz.
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9433
God chooseth man upon condition if he do thus and thus; but man is he that strikes the stroke, and that makes it all sure:
God chooses man upon condition if he do thus and thus; but man is he that strikes the stroke, and that makes it all sure:
np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1 cs pns31 vdb av cc av; cc-acp n1 vbz pns31 cst vvz dt n1, cc d vvz pn31 av-d av-j:
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9434
So that he elects himself much more then God doth; Whereas our Saviour saith to his Disciples, you have not chosen me;
So that he elects himself much more then God does; Whereas our Saviour Says to his Disciples, you have not chosen me;
av cst pns31 vvz px31 av-d av-dc cs np1 vdz; cs po12 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, pn22 vhb xx vvn pno11;
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9435
but I have chosen you, John 15.6. Not you me by your deserts and the good use of your free will;but I have chosen you, John 15.6. Not you me by your deserts and the good use of your free will;
cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, np1 crd. xx pn22 pno11 p-acp po22 n2 cc dt j n1 pp-f po22 j n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9436
but I you of my free favour. I shall add no other arguments against universal conditional election:
but I you of my free favour. I shall add no other Arguments against universal conditional election:
cc-acp pns11 pn22 pp-f po11 j n1. pns11 vmb vvi dx j-jn n2 p-acp j j n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1212
Page 328
9437
But proceed to answer such as the assertors of it bring for it. Object. They confidently urge that place of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 2.4. God will have all men to be saved:
But proceed to answer such as the assertors of it bring for it. Object. They confidently urge that place of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 2.4. God will have all men to be saved:
cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi d c-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi p-acp pn31. n1. pns32 av-j vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. np1 vmb vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn:
(41) part (DIV2)
1213
Page 328
9438
therefore he electeth all, appointeth all men to salvation.
Therefore he Electeth all, appoints all men to salvation.
av pns31 vvz d, vvz d n2 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1214
Page 328
9439
Sol. But what if we should understand it, not of his will of Counsel and Decree,Sol. But what if we should understand it, not of his will of Counsel and decree,
np1 cc-acp q-crq cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31, xx pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1215
Page 328
9440
but of his will of Precept and Command.
but of his will of Precept and Command.
cc-acp pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1215
Page 328
9441
God will have all men to be saved, that is, he wlleth and commandeth all men to repent and to believe the Gospel, that they may be saved.
God will have all men to be saved, that is, he wlleth and commands all men to Repent and to believe the Gospel, that they may be saved.
np1 vmb vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz, pns31 vvz cc vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1215
Page 328
9442
Or if we understand it of his Will of Counsel and Decree, that he appointeth all men to salvation, the meaning is not singula generum, but genera singulorum. Not all men universally without exception,
Or if we understand it of his Will of Counsel and decree, that he appoints all men to salvation, the meaning is not singula generum, but genera singulorum. Not all men universally without exception,
cc cs pns12 vvb pn31 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz xx fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la. xx d n2 av-j p-acp n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9443
but some of all sorts, of all callings, of all Nations, some of all.
but Some of all sorts, of all callings, of all nations, Some of all.
cc-acp d pp-f d n2, pp-f d n2, pp-f d n2, d pp-f d.
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9444
A manner of expression very usual, as I might give you divers instances out of the Scripture:
A manner of expression very usual, as I might give you diverse instances out of the Scripture:
dt n1 pp-f n1 av j, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 j n2 av pp-f dt n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9445
It is said that all Judea went to John the Baptist and were baptized of him in Iordan, that is, some of all parts;
It is said that all Judea went to John the Baptist and were baptised of him in Iordan, that is, Some of all parts;
pn31 vbz vvn cst d np1 vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 cc vbdr vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp np1, cst vbz, d pp-f d n2;
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9446
That Christ healed all diseases, that is, some of all kinds.That christ healed all diseases, that is, Some of all Kinds.
cst np1 vvd d n2, cst vbz, d pp-f d n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9447
So in the place forealledged, God will have all men to be saved, that is, some of all sorts.
So in the place forealledged, God will have all men to be saved, that is, Some of all sorts.
av p-acp dt n1 vvd, np1 vmb vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz, d pp-f d n2.
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9448
And this was necessary to be urged in opposition to the Iews, to check their folly and presumption, who in a kind of envious pride, restrained election and salvation to themselves alone,
And this was necessary to be urged in opposition to the Iews, to check their folly and presumption, who in a kind of envious pride, restrained election and salvation to themselves alone,
cc d vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp px32 av-j,
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9449
as if no other people should be saved but they:
as if not other people should be saved but they:
c-acp cs xx j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn cc-acp pns32:
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 328
9450
And in savour of the Gentiles, over whom the Iews insulted as a rejected and a lost people, forbad the Gospel to be preached to them, would not endure to hear of turning to the Gentiles:
And in savour of the Gentiles, over whom the Iews insulted as a rejected and a lost people, forbade the Gospel to be preached to them, would not endure to hear of turning to the Gentiles:
cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2-j, p-acp ro-crq dt np2 vvd p-acp dt j-vvn cc dt vvd n1, vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2-j:
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 329
9451
Therefore to check the one, and cheer the other, as the condition of the times required, the Apostle tells them, God will have all men to be saved,
Therefore to check the one, and cheer the other, as the condition of the times required, the Apostle tells them, God will have all men to be saved,
av pc-acp vvi dt crd, cc vvb dt n-jn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd, dt n1 vvz pno32, np1 vmb vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn,
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 329
9452
as well the Gentiles as the Iews without exception. as well the Gentiles as the Iews without exception.
c-acp av dt n2-j p-acp dt np2 p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1216
Page 329
9453
3. Or if he would have all men to be saved, of all sorts and of all Nations,
3. Or if he would have all men to be saved, of all sorts and of all nations,
crd cc cs pns31 vmd vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, pp-f d n2 cc pp-f d n2,
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9454
How is it that they are not saved? for who hath resisted his will? Assuredly, my Brethren,
How is it that they Are not saved? for who hath resisted his will? Assuredly, my Brothers,
q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns32 vbr xx vvn? p-acp r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1? av-vvn, po11 n2,
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9455
if God would have all men to be saved, all men universally, it is because he cannot save them, that they are not saved.
if God would have all men to be saved, all men universally, it is Because he cannot save them, that they Are not saved.
cs np1 vmd vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, d n2 av-j, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi pno32, cst pns32 vbr xx vvn.
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9456
The only cause why any one doth not what he desires and wills to do, is because there is a failing in his power;
The only cause why any one does not what he Desires and wills to do, is Because there is a failing in his power;
dt j n1 c-crq d pi vdz xx r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz pc-acp vdi, vbz p-acp pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp po31 n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9457
and were it not for want of this, there is no one in the world but would bring his will to pass.
and were it not for want of this, there is no one in the world but would bring his will to pass.
cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vbz dx pi p-acp dt n1 cc-acp vmd vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi.
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9458
And therefore to affirm that God desires and wills that all men should be saved without exception,
And Therefore to affirm that God Desires and wills that all men should be saved without exception,
cc av pc-acp vvi d np1 vvz cc n2 cst d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9459
and that the reason why he doth not save them, is the obstinacy and perverseness of their wills, by which they finally resist the work of grace,
and that the reason why he does not save them, is the obstinacy and perverseness of their wills, by which they finally resist the work of grace,
cc cst dt n1 c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9460
and hinder God from doing his desire and will upon them, is to make God too weak for man, who hath the better of him in the contestation: which is blasphemous.
and hinder God from doing his desire and will upon them, is to make God too weak for man, who hath the better of him in the contestation: which is blasphemous.
cc vvi np1 p-acp vdg png31 n1 cc vmb p-acp pno32, vbz pc-acp vvi np1 av j c-acp n1, r-crq vhz dt jc pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1: r-crq vbz j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1217
Page 329
9461
It is objected further, If God elect not all men to salvation, he is partial, since all were in the same condition. It is objected further, If God elect not all men to salvation, he is partial, since all were in the same condition.
pn31 vbz vvn av-jc, cs np1 vvb xx d n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz j, c-acp d vbdr p-acp dt d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1218
Page 329
9462
To this I answer, why should he not be partial, if you will call it so, in the disposal of a free gift, preferring one before another? Why should he not do with his own what he pleases? this is not matter of debt,
To this I answer, why should he not be partial, if you will call it so, in the disposal of a free gift, preferring one before Another? Why should he not do with his own what he Pleases? this is not matter of debt,
p-acp d pns11 vvb, q-crq vmd pns31 xx vbi j, cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg pi p-acp j-jn? q-crq vmd pns31 xx vdi p-acp po31 d r-crq pns31 vvz? d vbz xx n1 pp-f n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1219
Page 329
9463
or matter of justice, but matter of mercy.
or matter of Justice, but matter of mercy.
cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1219
Page 329
9464
Suppose he choose a few, what is he therefore bound to choose all? Indeed he is not bound to choose any.
Suppose he choose a few, what is he Therefore bound to choose all? Indeed he is not bound to choose any.
vvb pns31 vvb dt d, r-crq vbz pns31 av vvn pc-acp vvi d? av pns31 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi d.
(41) part (DIV2)
1219
Page 329
9465
But if he choose a few only, and leave the rest who are incomparably the greater number, to perish in eternal flames and torments, But if he choose a few only, and leave the rest who Are incomparably the greater number, to perish in Eternal flames and torments,
cc-acp cs pns31 vvb dt d av-j, cc vvi dt n1 r-crq vbr av-j dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2,
(41) part (DIV2)
1220
Page 329
9466
though he be not partial, it may be thought that he is cruel. though he be not partial, it may be Thought that he is cruel.
cs pns31 vbb xx j, pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst pns31 vbz j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1220
Page 329
9467
To this I answer, That he is infinitely unutterably merciful that he chooses any soul out of the corrupted mass, takes such a loathsome and polluted creature to himself.
To this I answer, That he is infinitely unutterably merciful that he chooses any soul out of the corrupted mass, Takes such a loathsome and polluted creature to himself.
p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst pns31 vbz av-j av-j j cst pns31 vvz d n1 av pp-f dt j-vvn n1, vvz d dt j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp px31.
(41) part (DIV2)
1221
Page 329
9468
And that he leaves the rest in that forlorn condition whereunto they brought themselves, and from which he is no way bound to free them, he is manifestly just;
And that he leaves the rest in that forlorn condition whereunto they brought themselves, and from which he is no Way bound to free them, he is manifestly just;
cc cst pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1 c-crq pns32 vvd px32, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz dx n1 vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vbz av-j j;
(41) part (DIV2)
1221
Page 329
9469
and if he be but just, he is not cruel.
and if he be but just, he is not cruel.
cc cs pns31 vbb p-acp j, pns31 vbz xx j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1221
Page 329
9470
Yea, but he doth not only leave them in their sins, but determines to condemn them for their sins in the pit of Hell for ever.
Yea, but he does not only leave them in their Sins, but determines to condemn them for their Sins in the pit of Hell for ever.
uh, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9471
And is not this a piece of justice to condemn them for their sins? Do not their sins deserve the Condemnation? So that if you look one way, he is merciful;
And is not this a piece of Justice to condemn them for their Sins? Do not their Sins deserve the Condemnation? So that if you look one Way, he is merciful;
cc vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2? vdb xx po32 n2 vvi dt n1? av cst cs pn22 vvb crd n1, pns31 vbz j;
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9472
and if you look the other, he is just: and if you lay them both together, mercy triumpheth over justice.
and if you look the other, he is just: and if you lay them both together, mercy Triumpheth over Justice.
cc cs pn22 vvb dt n-jn, pns31 vbz j: cc cs pn22 vvb pno32 d av, n1 vvz p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9473
The Lord is infinitely gracious that any are appointed to salvation; and he had been but righteous if all had been appointed to destruction.
The Lord is infinitely gracious that any Are appointed to salvation; and he had been but righteous if all had been appointed to destruction.
dt n1 vbz av-j j cst d vbr vvn p-acp n1; cc pns31 vhd vbn p-acp j cs d vhd vbn vvn p-acp n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9474
True, he rejecteth more then he electeth; but mercy is more glorious in electing one, then justice in rejecting all.
True, he rejecteth more then he Electeth; but mercy is more glorious in electing one, then Justice in rejecting all.
j, pns31 vvz av-dc cs pns31 vvz; cc-acp n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp vvg pi, cs n1 p-acp vvg d.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9475
For justice doth but take them as it finds them, but mercy makes them what it finds them not.
For Justice does but take them as it finds them, but mercy makes them what it finds them not.
p-acp n1 vdz p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31 vvz pno32, cc-acp n1 vvz pno32 r-crq pn31 vvz pno32 xx.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9476
There is a cause of justice in the creature; there is no cause at all of mercy.
There is a cause of Justice in the creature; there is no cause At all of mercy.
pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d pp-f n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9477
When God rejecteth men, he determines to condemn them for their sin & disobedience;
When God rejecteth men, he determines to condemn them for their since & disobedience;
c-crq np1 vvz n2, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9478
but when he electeth them, he determines not to save them for their grace and their obedience.
but when he Electeth them, he determines not to save them for their grace and their Obedience.
cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc po32 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 329
9479
Somewhat moveth him to damn, nothing without him moveth him to save;
Somewhat moves him to damn, nothing without him moves him to save;
av vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi, pix p-acp pno31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi;
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 330
9480
so that if any be appointed to salvation, if all be not appointed to destruction, his mercy hath the hand upon his justice.
so that if any be appointed to salvation, if all be not appointed to destruction, his mercy hath the hand upon his Justice.
av cst cs d vbb vvn p-acp n1, cs d vbb xx vvn p-acp n1, po31 n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1222
Page 330
9481
Yea, but God hath received a ransom and a price for all: Yea, but God hath received a ransom and a price for all:
uh, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d:
(41) part (DIV2)
1223
Page 330
9482
So that if all be not designed by him to glory and salvation, he must be unjust to take the price of their deliverance from destruction,
So that if all be not designed by him to glory and salvation, he must be unjust to take the price of their deliverance from destruction,
av cst cs d vbb xx vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1223
Page 330
9483
and all the while to appoint them to destruction. How can this agree together? and all the while to appoint them to destruction. How can this agree together?
cc d dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1. q-crq vmb d vvi av?
(41) part (DIV2)
1223
Page 330
9484
To this I answer, God hath received a price for all indeed, a price of worth enough for all, To this I answer, God hath received a price for all indeed, a price of worth enough for all,
p-acp d pns11 vvb, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d av, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-d p-acp d,
(41) part (DIV2)
1224
Page 330
9485
but not intended to be paid for all, neither by him the giver, nor by Christ the sufferer:
but not intended to be paid for all, neither by him the giver, nor by christ the sufferer:
cc-acp xx vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, av-dx p-acp pno31 dt n1, ccx p-acp np1 dt n1:
(41) part (DIV2)
1224
Page 330
9486
So that in property of speech the Lord hath not received a ransom for any reprobate:
So that in property of speech the Lord hath not received a ransom for any Reprobate:
av cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 vhz xx vvn dt n1 p-acp d n-jn:
(41) part (DIV2)
1224
Page 330
9487
Christ paid it not for any such; he prays not for the world, and much less doth he pay for them;
christ paid it not for any such; he prays not for the world, and much less does he pay for them;
np1 vvd pn31 xx p-acp d d; pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, cc av-d dc vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pno32;
(41) part (DIV2)
1224
Page 330
9488
the Father took it not for any such, but only for his own Elect, who shall assuredly be made partakers of the glory purchased by is unto all Eternity.
the Father took it not for any such, but only for his own Elect, who shall assuredly be made partakers of the glory purchased by is unto all Eternity.
dt n1 vvd pn31 xx p-acp d d, cc-acp av-j c-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vmb av-vvn vbi vvd n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp vbz p-acp d n1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1224
Page 330
9489
There are many more objections, but some are frivolous, and some blasphemous;
There Are many more objections, but Some Are frivolous, and Some blasphemous;
pc-acp vbr av-d av-dc n2, cc-acp d vbr j, cc d j;
(41) part (DIV2)
1225
Page 330
9490
the thoughts of men will work without measure, and without end upon such points as these are.
the thoughts of men will work without measure, and without end upon such points as these Are.
dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(41) part (DIV2)
1225
Page 330
9491
But I must silence all of them with that of the Apostle in the same case, Rom. 9.20. Nay, but O man, who art thou that replyest, answerest again, disputest against God! All the objections that are made almost against the point in hand, are against God too:
But I must silence all of them with that of the Apostle in the same case, Rom. 9.20. Nay, but Oh man, who art thou that repliest, Answerest again, Disputes against God! All the objections that Are made almost against the point in hand, Are against God too:
p-acp pns11 vmb vvi d pp-f pno32 p-acp d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd. uh, cc-acp uh n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2, vv2 av, js p-acp np1 d dt n2 cst vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vbr p-acp np1 av:
(41) part (DIV2)
1225
Page 330
9492
against his mercy, justice, power, &c. If you have any thing to say for God, it is worth the hearkning to;
against his mercy, Justice, power, etc. If you have any thing to say for God, it is worth the Harkening to;
p-acp po31 n1, n1, n1, av cs pn22 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vbz j dt vvg p-acp;
(41) part (DIV2)
1225
Page 330
9493
otherwise you have your answer, Who art thou that disputest against God? do but consider, who art thou?
otherwise you have your answer, Who art thou that Disputes against God? do but Consider, who art thou?
av pn22 vhb po22 n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 p-acp np1? vdb p-acp vvi, q-crq vb2r pns21?
(41) part (DIV2)
1225
Page 330
9494
Is it so, that God in his Eternal, &c. How should this make us to admire at the transcendent riches of his grace,
Is it so, that God in his Eternal, etc. How should this make us to admire At the transcendent riches of his grace,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 p-acp po31 j, av q-crq vmd d vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1,
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9495
and love to us, whom he hath chosen to salvation!
and love to us, whom he hath chosen to salvation!
cc vvb p-acp pno12, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1!
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9496
Paul makes it an especial aim of God in his Decree of Reprobation, To shew the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, Rom. 9.23.Paul makes it an especial aim of God in his decree of Reprobation, To show the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, Rom. 9.23.
np1 vvz pn31 dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9497
And if we weigh it well, we shall easily discern that it doth strangely heighten the exceeding love of God.
And if we weigh it well, we shall Easily discern that it does strangely heighten the exceeding love of God.
cc cs pns12 vvb pn31 av, pns12 vmb av-j vvi cst pn31 vdz av-j vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1.
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9498
Had he ordained all men to salvation, even so his mercy had been out of measure great.
Had he ordained all men to salvation, even so his mercy had been out of measure great.
vhd pns31 vvn d n2 p-acp n1, av av po31 n1 vhd vbn av pp-f n1 j.
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9499
But that he hath ordained any of us to salvation, when on the contrary he hath ordained so many millions to destruction, whose state in Nature was no worse then ours, whose strength in nature was as great as ours, to exempt them from damnation, whose care to be reconciled was no less then ours, till God was pleased in mercy to prevent us;
But that he hath ordained any of us to salvation, when on the contrary he hath ordained so many millions to destruction, whose state in Nature was no Worse then ours, whose strength in nature was as great as ours, to exempt them from damnation, whose care to be reconciled was no less then ours, till God was pleased in mercy to prevent us;
p-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn d pp-f pno12 p-acp n1, c-crq p-acp dt n-jn pns31 vhz vvn av d crd p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 p-acp n1 vbds av-dx av-jc cs png12, r-crq n1 p-acp n1 vbds a-acp j c-acp png12, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbds av-dx av-dc cs png12, c-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12;
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9500
how should this sweeten the favour of the Lord to us in this respect, and even ravish us with admiration of his free grace!
how should this sweeten the favour of the Lord to us in this respect, and even ravish us with admiration of his free grace!
q-crq vmd d vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, cc av vvb pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1!
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9501
The Lord delights to amplifie his love by this, He took not Angels, but the seed of Abraham, Heb. 2.16. Was not Esau Jacobs brother? saith the Lord;
The Lord delights to amplify his love by this, He took not Angels, but the seed of Abraham, Hebrew 2.16. Was not Esau Jacobs brother? Says the Lord;
dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d, pns31 vvd xx n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. vbds xx np1 np1 n1? vvz dt n1;
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9502
Yet I loved Jacob, and I hated Esau. Mal. 1.2, 3. Whose soul that hath tasted of it, can choose but be amazed at it? Hath God preferred me before Angels? before so many thousands in the world? Oh the unsearchable depth of his love to me!
Yet I loved Jacob, and I hated Esau Malachi 1.2, 3. Whose soul that hath tasted of it, can choose but be amazed At it? Hath God preferred me before Angels? before so many thousands in the world? O the unsearchable depth of his love to me!
av pns11 vvd np1, cc pns11 vvd np1 np1 crd, crd rg-crq n1 cst vhz vvn pp-f pn31, vmb vvi cc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31? vhz np1 vvn pno11 p-acp n2? p-acp av d crd p-acp dt n1? uh dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno11!
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9503
How doth it pass all knowledge!
How does it pass all knowledge!
q-crq vdz pn31 vvi d n1!
(41) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 330
9504
JOHN 17.12. That the Scripture might be fulfilled.JOHN 17.12. That the Scripture might be fulfilled.
np1 crd. cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1226
Page 331
9505
AND thus of our Saviours general assertion, that he had safely and entirely kept all those that were bestowed upon him by his Father;
AND thus of our Saviors general assertion, that he had safely and entirely kept all those that were bestowed upon him by his Father;
cc av pp-f po12 ng1 j n1, cst pns31 vhd av-j cc av-j vvd d d cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1228
Page 331
9506
While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name; those thou gavest me, I kept, and none of them lost. While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy Name; those thou Gavest me, I kept, and none of them lost.
cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp po21 n1; d pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pno32 vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1228
Page 331
9507
And likewise of his particular exception of Judas, who here is called the son of perdition. None of them is lost, but the son of perdition.
And likewise of his particular exception of Judas, who Here is called the son of perdition. None of them is lost, but the son of perdition.
cc av pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1228
Page 331
9508
Now in the following words, that none might be offended at the loss of Judas, or stumble at his ruine and destruction, our Saviour Christ goes on to shew, that as it was designed and fore-appointed in the eternal Councel and Decree of God,
Now in the following words, that none might be offended At the loss of Judas, or Stumble At his ruin and destruction, our Saviour christ Goes on to show, that as it was designed and fore-appointed in the Eternal Council and decree of God,
av p-acp dt vvg n2, cst pix vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp pn31 vbds vvn cc j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1229
Page 331
9509
so it was fore-told in Scripture. It was not only fore-ordained, but it was fore-shewed too:
so it was foretold in Scripture. It was not only foreordained, but it was foreshowed too:
av pn31 vbds j p-acp n1. pn31 vbds xx av-j j, cc-acp pn31 vbds j av:
(42) part (DIV2)
1229
Page 331
9510
So that in his destruction there fell out nothing otherwise, then as it was expresly and apparently declared before in Scripture.
So that in his destruction there fell out nothing otherwise, then as it was expressly and apparently declared before in Scripture.
av cst p-acp po31 n1 a-acp vvd av pix av, av c-acp pn31 vbds av-j cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1229
Page 331
9511
The Scripture was not crost and contradicted in it, but verified and fulfilled, None of them is lost,
The Scripture was not crossed and contradicted in it, but verified and fulfilled, None of them is lost,
dt n1 vbds xx vvn cc vvd p-acp pn31, cc-acp vvn cc vvn, pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1229
Page 331
9512
but the son of perdition, that the Scripture might be fulfilled. but the son of perdition, that the Scripture might be fulfilled.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1229
Page 331
15873
And even for this cause we shall love God, and love him out of all measure,
And even for this cause we shall love God, and love him out of all measure,
cc av p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi np1, cc vvb pno31 av pp-f d n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
9513
But you will ask me what Scripture? where did the Word of God foretel the ruine and destruction of this wretched man:
But you will ask me what Scripture? where did the Word of God foretell the ruin and destruction of this wretched man:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 r-crq n1? q-crq vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9514
I answer, David prophesied clearly and expresly of it many hundred years before, Psal. 109.8. Let Satan stand at his right hand.
I answer, David prophesied clearly and expressly of it many hundred Years before, Psalm 109.8. Let Satan stand At his right hand.
pns11 vvb, np1 vvd av-j cc av-j pp-f pn31 d crd n2 a-acp, np1 crd. vvb np1 vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9515
When he shall be judged, let him be condemned, and let his prayer become sin; Let his days be few, and let another take his office.
When he shall be judged, let him be condemned, and let his prayer become since; Let his days be few, and let Another take his office.
c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, vvb pno31 vbi vvn, cc vvb po31 n1 vvi n1; vvb po31 n2 vbb d, cc vvb j-jn vvb po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9516
Judas you know was self-condemned, and self-executed too, and so his days were few by that means.Judas you know was self-condemned, and self-executed too, and so his days were few by that means.
np1 pn22 vvb vbds j, cc j av, cc av po31 n2 vbdr d p-acp d n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9517
And when he had destroyed himself, his place and Office of Apostleship was supplyed by another.
And when he had destroyed himself, his place and Office of Apostleship was supplied by Another.
cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn px31, po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvd p-acp j-jn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9518
But you will say perhaps, Judas is not named by David in the fore-alleadged Psalm.
But you will say perhaps, Judas is not nam by David in the fore-alleged Psalm.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9519
And therefore though the prophesie seem to agree to him and his condition, yet how are we assured that he is aimed at in particular in that prediction? Why, my Beloved,
And Therefore though the prophesy seem to agree to him and his condition, yet how Are we assured that he is aimed At in particular in that prediction? Why, my beloved,
cc av cs dt vvb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, av q-crq vbr pns12 vvn cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp j p-acp d n1? uh-crq, po11 j-vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9520
though the Prophet David do not name him, the Apostle Peter doth apply that Scripture to him, Act. 1.20.
though the Prophet David do not name him, the Apostle Peter does apply that Scripture to him, Act. 1.20.
cs dt n1 np1 vdb xx vvi pno31, dt n1 np1 vdz vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, n1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9521
For having said in the fore-going verses, This Scripture must have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by David spake before concerning Judas:
For having said in the foregoing Verses, This Scripture must have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by David spoke before Concerning Judas:
p-acp vhg vvn p-acp dt j n2, d n1 vmb vhi vbn vvn, r-crq dt j n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp vvg np1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9522
He comes at length to this in the alledged verse, For it is written in the Book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate,
He comes At length to this in the alleged verse, For it is written in the Book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate,
pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d p-acp dt vvn n1, p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb po31 n1 vbb j,
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9523
and let no man dwell therein, and his Bishoprick, or Charge, or Office 〈 ◊ 〉 another take, so that when he was lost and fell from his Apostleship, y•• see, that Scripture was fulfilled.and let no man dwell therein, and his Bishopric, or Charge, or Office 〈 ◊ 〉 Another take, so that when he was lost and fell from his Apostleship, y•• see, that Scripture was fulfilled.
cc vvb dx n1 vvi av, cc po31 n1, cc vvb, cc n1 〈 sy 〉 j-jn vvb, av cst c-crq pns31 vbds vvn cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, n1 vvb, cst np1 vbds vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1230
Page 331
9524
And yet you must not apprehend the loss of Iudas to be caused by that praediction;
And yet you must not apprehend the loss of Iudas to be caused by that predication;
cc av pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 331
9525
as if the Prophesie concerning him, did really contribute any thing by way of active operation and efficiencie to his destruction.
as if the Prophesy Concerning him, did really contribute any thing by Way of active operation and efficiency to his destruction.
c-acp cs dt vvb vvg pno31, vdd av-j vvi d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 331
9526
Though I acknowledge the expression of my Text may seem to look a little that way, None of them is lost, but the son of perdition.
Though I acknowledge the expression of my Text may seem to look a little that Way, None of them is lost, but the son of perdition.
cs pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j cst n1, pix pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 331
9527
And he is lost that the Scripture might be fulfilled.
And he is lost that the Scripture might be fulfilled.
cc pns31 vbz vvn cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 331
9528
But you must know, my Brethren, that he had been lost, though his destruction had never been foretold in Scripture.
But you must know, my Brothers, that he had been lost, though his destruction had never been foretold in Scripture.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst pns31 vhd vbn vvn, cs po31 n1 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 331
9529
He was not lost the rather because his loss was prophesied, but it was prophesied because he was before from all eternity appointed to perdition:
He was not lost the rather Because his loss was prophesied, but it was prophesied Because he was before from all eternity appointed to perdition:
pns31 vbds xx vvn dt av-c c-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn, p-acp pn31 vbds vvn c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 332
9530
And being prophesied, when the event fell out accordingly, it looked as if the prophesie had been the cause of his destruction:
And being prophesied, when the event fell out accordingly, it looked as if the prophesy had been the cause of his destruction:
cc vbg vvn, c-crq dt n1 vvd av av-vvg, pn31 vvd c-acp cs dt vvb vhd vbn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 332
9531
So that the particle [ that ] (as a very learned man observes upon the Text) Iudas was lost [ that ] the Scripture might be fulfilled, denoteth not the true, but the appearing cause only.
So that the particle [ that ] (as a very learned man observes upon the Text) Iudas was lost [ that ] the Scripture might be fulfilled, denoteth not the true, but the appearing cause only.
av cst dt n1 [ cst ] (c-acp dt j j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1) np1 vbds vvn [ cst ] dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, vvz xx dt j, cc-acp dt j-vvg n1 av-j.
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 332
9532
Yet thus much it suggests withall, which shall be our observation; DOCTRINE. That whatsoever is foretold in Scripture, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
Yet thus much it suggests withal, which shall be our observation; DOCTRINE. That whatsoever is foretold in Scripture, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
av av av-d pn31 vvz av, r-crq vmb vbi po12 n1; n1. cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1231
Page 332
9533
The issue and event shall answer the prediction every way, in all respects.
The issue and event shall answer the prediction every Way, in all respects.
dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi dt n1 d n1, p-acp d n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9534
And therefore it is often noted, not in my Text alone, but elsewhere frequently, that such and such things came to pass, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, as you may see that place for instance, Mat. 2.14, 15. Joseph arose and took the child,
And Therefore it is often noted, not in my Text alone, but elsewhere frequently, that such and such things Come to pass, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, as you may see that place for instance, Mathew 2.14, 15. Joseph arose and took the child,
cc av pn31 vbz av vvn, xx p-acp po11 n1 av-j, cc-acp av av-j, cst d cc d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd, crd np1 vvd cc vvd dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9535
and departed into Egypt, That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my Son: and departed into Egypt, That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my Son:
cc vvd p-acp np1, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg, av pp-f np1 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9536
And after in the following verse, Herod sent forth and slew the children from two years old and under:
And After in the following verse, Herod sent forth and slew the children from two Years old and under:
cc c-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1, np1 vvd av cc vvd dt n2 p-acp crd n2 j cc p-acp:
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9537
Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by the Prophet, saying, In Rama was a voyce heard, Lamentation and weeping,
Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by the Prophet, saying, In Rama was a voice herd, Lamentation and weeping,
av vbds vvn d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg, p-acp np1 vbds dt n1 vvd, n1 cc j-vvg,
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9538
and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not. and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, Because they Are not.
cc j n1, n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc vmd xx vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr xx.
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9539
And so in many other places the Apostles very carefully observe the punctual and exact accomplishment of the antient Prophesies;
And so in many other places the Apostles very carefully observe the punctual and exact accomplishment of the ancient prophecies;
cc av p-acp d j-jn n2 dt n2 av av-j vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n2;
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9540
and speak sometimes in such a manner, as if things came to pass for no other cause but this,
and speak sometime in such a manner, as if things Come to pass for no other cause but this,
cc vvb av p-acp d dt n1, c-acp cs n2 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp d,
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9541
because they were foretold in Scripture, and that the Scripture might be fulfilled.
Because they were foretold in Scripture, and that the Scripture might be fulfilled.
c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9542
Whereas indeed they had been done, though they had never been foretold, because they were fore-determined;
Whereas indeed they had been done, though they had never been foretold, Because they were fore-determined;
cs av pns32 vhd vbn vdn, cs pns32 vhd av-x vbn vvn, c-acp pns32 vbdr j;
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9543
only they would have us know, that whatsoever is foretold shal certainly be done in Gods time:
only they would have us know, that whatsoever is foretold shall Certainly be done in God's time:
av-j pns32 vmd vhi pno12 vvi, cst r-crq vbz vvn vmb av-j vbi vdn p-acp npg1 n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9544
It is easier saith our Saviour, for Heaven and Earth to pass away, then for one title of the Word of God to fail, Luk. 16.17. that is, to miss of execution and accomplishment:It is Easier Says our Saviour, for Heaven and Earth to pass away, then for one title of the Word of God to fail, Luk. 16.17. that is, to miss of execution and accomplishment:
pn31 vbz av-jc vvz po12 n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av, av p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 cc n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9545
Fail it may in the Letter and Paper of it, but not in the fulfilling of it;
Fail it may in the letter and Paper of it, but not in the fulfilling of it;
vvb pn31 vmb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31;
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9546
No, saith our Saviour, Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but my Word shall not pass away; No, Says our Saviour, Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but my Word shall not pass away;
av-dx, vvz po12 n1, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, cc-acp po11 n1 vmb xx vvi av;
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9547
Mat. 24, 35. Heaven and Earth are more inconstant and variable, then my Word is;
Mathew 24, 35. Heaven and Earth Are more inconstant and variable, then my Word is;
np1 crd, crd n1 cc n1 vbr av-dc j cc j, cs po11 n1 vbz;
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9548
and therefore the Apostle Peter, speaking of the Prophesies of Scripture, saith that they are sure, 2 Pet. 1.19. We have, saith he, a more sure Word of Prophesie, whereunto ye do we•• •hat ye take heed:
and Therefore the Apostle Peter, speaking of the prophecies of Scripture, Says that they Are sure, 2 Pet. 1.19. We have, Says he, a more sure Word of Prophesy, whereunto you do we•• •hat you take heed:
cc av dt n1 np1, vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, vvz cst pns32 vbr j, crd np1 crd. pns12 vhb, vvz pns31, dt av-dc j n1 pp-f vvb, c-crq pn22 vdb n1 av pn22 vvb n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9549
Not as if the Prophets words or writings were in th••selves more sure then the Apostles,
Not as if the prophets words or writings were in th••selves more sure then the Apostles,
xx c-acp cs dt ng1 n2 cc n2-vvg vbdr p-acp n2 av-dc j cs dt n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9550
but to the Jews they were more sure; For they received the Prophets words and writings, but they rejected the Apostles.
but to the jews they were more sure; For they received the prophets words and writings, but they rejected the Apostles.
cc-acp p-acp dt np2 pns32 vbdr av-dc j; c-acp pns32 vvd dt ng1 n2 cc n2-vvg, cc-acp pns32 vvd dt n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
16000
who hate God and hate his people, and that with a perfect hatred:
who hate God and hate his people, and that with a perfect hatred:
r-crq n1 np1 cc vvi po31 n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
9551
Well, sure the writings and predictions of the Prophets are you see, we may rest safely upon them,
Well, sure the writings and predictions of the prophets Are you see, we may rest safely upon them,
uh-av, av-j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr pn22 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno32,
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9552
and conclude, That whatsoever is foretold, &c. And it must needs be so my Brethren: For
and conclude, That whatsoever is foretold, etc. And it must needs be so my Brothers: For
cc vvi, cst r-crq vbz vvn, av cc pn31 vmb av vbi av po11 n2: c-acp
(42) part (DIV2)
1232
Page 332
9553
The Author of the Prophesies is unchangeable and true, and consesequently, whatsoever he foretels, or any Messenger of his from him, must surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
The Author of the prophecies is unchangeable and true, and consesequently, whatsoever he foretells, or any Messenger of his from him, must surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz j-u cc j, cc av-j, r-crq pns31 vvz, cc d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp pno31, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1233
Page 332
9554
1. The Author of the Prophesies as well as other parts of Scripture is unchangeable, He is the Lord that changeth not, Mal. 3.6. He is yesterday, to day, the same for ever, Heb. 13.8.
1. The Author of the prophecies as well as other parts of Scripture is unchangeable, He is the Lord that changes not, Malachi 3.6. He is yesterday, to day, the same for ever, Hebrew 13.8.
crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1 vbz j-u, pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz xx, np1 crd. pns31 vbz av-an, p-acp n1, dt d p-acp av, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1234
Page 333
9555
And therefore what be saith must come to pass;
And Therefore what be Says must come to pass;
cc av q-crq vbb vvz vmb vvi pc-acp vvi;
(42) part (DIV2)
1234
Page 333
9556
men say sometimes that they will do a thing to day, which yet they alter and revoke again to morrow.
men say sometime that they will do a thing to day, which yet they altar and revoke again to morrow.
n2 vvb av cst pns32 vmb vdi dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq av pns32 vvb cc vvi av p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1234
Page 333
9557
But if God say a thing to day, he will stand to it firm to morrow, he will not change his resolution;
But if God say a thing to day, he will stand to it firm to morrow, he will not change his resolution;
p-acp cs np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1234
Page 333
9558
He is not as man that he should lye, and as the son of man that he should repent. He is not as man that he should lie, and as the son of man that he should Repent.
pns31 vbz xx p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi.
(42) part (DIV2)
1234
Page 333
9559
But he hath seemed to repent, and to change his resolution in many things foretold in Scripture: But he hath seemed to Repent, and to change his resolution in many things foretold in Scripture:
cc-acp pns31 vhz vvd pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1235
Page 333
9560
For instance, he foretold by Jonah that Nineveh should be destroyed, at the end of forty days, Jonah 3.4. yet when they were expired, he did not as he had foretold, so that he altered in appearance;
For instance, he foretold by Jonah that Nineveh should be destroyed, At the end of forty days, Jonah 3.4. yet when they were expired, he did not as he had foretold, so that he altered in appearance;
p-acp n1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cst np1 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, np1 crd. av c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, pns31 vdd xx c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, av cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1235
Page 333
9561
yea it is said expressly, that he repented of his Commination, so that he brought it not to execution; yea it is said expressly, that he repented of his Commination, so that he brought it not to execution;
uh pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cst pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n1, av cst pns31 vvd pn31 xx p-acp n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1235
Page 333
9562
God repented of the evil which he had said, that he would do unto them, and he did it not, Jonah 3.10.
God repented of the evil which he had said, that he would do unto them, and he did it not, Jonah 3.10.
np1 vvd pp-f dt n-jn r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, cst pns31 vmd vdi p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vdd pn31 xx, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1235
Page 333
9563
For clearing this, you may remember that universal rule which God lays down, for the better understanding of all Prophetical Praedictions in a way of Commination, Jer. 18.7.
For clearing this, you may Remember that universal Rule which God lays down, for the better understanding of all Prophetical Predictions in a Way of Commination, Jer. 18.7.
p-acp vvg d, pn22 vmb vvi d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz a-acp, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9564
The sum is this, that they have all of them annexed to them, or implyed at least, if not an exprest condition:
The sum is this, that they have all of them annexed to them, or employed At least, if not an expressed condition:
dt n1 vbz d, cst pns32 vhb d pp-f pno32 vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp ds, cs xx dt j-vvn n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9565
And so had this against the Ninivites; Yet forty days and Niniveh shall be destroyed; conceive it,
And so had this against the Ninevites; Yet forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed; conceive it,
cc av vhd d p-acp dt np1; av crd n2 cc np1 vmb vbi vvn; vvb pn31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9566
if they be not humbled, that was the reserved condition. But they were humbled & repented;
if they be not humbled, that was the reserved condition. But they were humbled & repented;
cs pns32 vbb xx vvn, cst vbds dt j-vvn n1. p-acp pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn;
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9567
though they were preserved, God did not otherwise then he determined, and yet indeed he is said to have repented because he did so that he seemed to repent:
though they were preserved, God did not otherwise then he determined, and yet indeed he is said to have repented Because he did so that he seemed to Repent:
cs pns32 vbdr vvn, np1 vdd xx av av pns31 vvd, cc av av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn c-acp pns31 vdd av cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi:
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9568
For as a man if he have threatned that thus and thus he is resolved to do,
For as a man if he have threatened that thus and thus he is resolved to do,
c-acp c-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vhb vvn cst av cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi,
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9569
and after do not so, if he have power, is said to change his mind, and to repent of what he said:
and After do not so, if he have power, is said to change his mind, and to Repent of what he said:
cc a-acp vdb xx av, cs pns31 vhb n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd:
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9570
Even so the Lord when he had threatned Niniveh, and had concealed the condition, because he spared it afterwards,
Even so the Lord when he had threatened Nineveh, and had concealed the condition, Because he spared it afterwards,
av-j av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn np1, cc vhd vvn dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 av,
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9571
and did not just according the letter of the Commination, is said to have repented,
and did not just according the Letter of the Commination, is said to have repented,
cc vdd xx av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9572
because he seemed to do that which in a man would have discovered change and alteration of his resolution.
Because he seemed to do that which in a man would have discovered change and alteration of his resolution.
c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vdi d r-crq p-acp dt n1 vmd vhi vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9573
And even as anger is ascribed to the Lord, Non per affectum, sed per effectum, as the Schoolmen say;
And even as anger is ascribed to the Lord, Non per affectum, sed per effectum, as the Schoolmen say;
cc av c-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n2 vvb;
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9574
The passion or affection of it is not properly attributed to God, but the effect and fruit is, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it.
The passion or affection of it is not properly attributed to God, but the Effect and fruit is, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it.
dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz, n1 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9575
Even so repentance is not in the nature of the Lord, but the effect and issue of it is usually ascribed to him.
Even so Repentance is not in the nature of the Lord, but the Effect and issue of it is usually ascribed to him.
av av n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9576
The recalling or undoing of a thing which as far as we could judge by his words,
The recalling or undoing of a thing which as Far as we could judge by his words,
dt vvg cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9577
or by his works, or our deserts, or any other evidence that was before us, seemed unto us to have been his intent and purpose to have done.
or by his works, or our deserts, or any other evidence that was before us, seemed unto us to have been his intent and purpose to have done.
cc p-acp po31 n2, cc po12 n2, cc d j-jn n1 cst vbds p-acp pno12, vvd p-acp pno12 pc-acp vhi vbn po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vhi vdn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1236
Page 333
9578
2. And as the Author of the Prophesies, as well as other parts of Scripture, is unchangeable, so he is true;
2. And as the Author of the prophecies, as well as other parts of Scripture, is unchangeable, so he is true;
crd cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, vbz j-u, av pns31 vbz j;
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 333
9579
Yea, He is the God of Truth, as the Prophet David stiles him, Psal. 31.5. And therefore that which he foretells must be accomplished and fulfilled.
Yea, He is the God of Truth, as the Prophet David stile him, Psalm 31.5. And Therefore that which he foretells must be accomplished and fulfilled.
uh, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno31, np1 crd. cc av cst r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 333
9580
Observe it well, my Brethren, the Prophet doth not say, He is the true God in himself,
Observe it well, my Brothers, the Prophet does not say, He is the true God in himself,
vvb pn31 av, po11 n2, dt n1 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vbz dt j np1 p-acp px31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 333
9581
and in his nature, but he is the God of Truth in his discoveries, and in his revelation of himself to men.
and in his nature, but he is the God of Truth in his discoveries, and in his Revelation of himself to men.
cc p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 n1 pp-f px31 p-acp n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 333
9582
All that comes from him is truth; He is the faithful and the true witness, Apoc. 3.14. Not only true and faithful as a God, but true and faithful as a witness.
All that comes from him is truth; He is the faithful and the true witness, Apocalypse 3.14. Not only true and faithful as a God, but true and faithful as a witness.
av-d d vvz p-acp pno31 vbz n1; pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j n1, np1 crd. xx av-j j cc j c-acp dt np1, cc-acp j cc j c-acp dt n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 333
9583
In all the testimonies that he gives of himself, or of his Son, or of his works already done,
In all the testimonies that he gives of himself, or of his Son, or of his works already done,
p-acp d dt n2 cst pns31 vvz pp-f px31, cc pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n2 av vdn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 334
9584
or intended to be done, there is nothing else but truth.
or intended to be done, there is nothing Else but truth.
cc vvd pc-acp vbi vdn, pc-acp vbz pix av cc-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 334
9585
He cannot be the Author of a falsehood, it is impossible, as the Apostle tells you, Heb. 6.18. It is impossible that he should lye.
He cannot be the Author of a falsehood, it is impossible, as the Apostle tells you, Hebrew 6.18. It is impossible that he should lie.
pns31 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz j, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd. pn31 vbz j cst pns31 vmd vvi.
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 334
9586
He can assoon deny himself, put off his Deity, cease to be God, as father an untruth;
He can As soon deny himself, put off his Deity, cease to be God, as father an untruth;
pns31 vmb av vvi px31, vvd a-acp po31 n1, vvb pc-acp vbi np1, c-acp n1 dt n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 334
9587
and therefore that which he foretels must be accomplished in his season.
and Therefore that which he foretells must be accomplished in his season.
cc av cst r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1237
Page 334
9588
And as the Author of the Prophesies is unchangeable and true, so the Word of God it self, of which the Prophesies are part, is so also.
And as the Author of the prophecies is unchangeable and true, so the Word of God it self, of which the prophecies Are part, is so also.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz j-u cc j, av dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 n1, pp-f r-crq dt n2 vbr n1, vbz av av.
(42) part (DIV2)
1238
Page 334
9589
The Word of God is unchangeable and true, even as God himself is, and therefore all the Prophesies and the Praedictions of it must be accomplished and fulfilled.
The Word of God is unchangeable and true, even as God himself is, and Therefore all the prophecies and the Predictions of it must be accomplished and fulfilled.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-u cc j, av c-acp np1 px31 vbz, cc av d dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1238
Page 334
9590
1. The Word of God is an unchangeable, an unalterable Word;
1. The Word of God is an unchangeable, an unalterable Word;
crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j-u, dt j n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9591
when he hath said a thing, and said it absolutely, that must stand, there is no revocation of it in the sense that he hath said it.
when he hath said a thing, and said it absolutely, that must stand, there is no revocation of it in the sense that he hath said it.
c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cc vvd pn31 av-j, cst vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pn31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9592
Thy Word, O Lord, saith holy David, is setled in heaven, Psal. 119.89. It is an Established thing, never to be removed again.Thy Word, Oh Lord, Says holy David, is settled in heaven, Psalm 119.89. It is an Established thing, never to be removed again.
po21 n1, uh n1, vvz j np1, vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt vvn n1, av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av.
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9593
And therefore it is said to be setled in heaven; There are great changes here below continually,
And Therefore it is said to be settled in heaven; There Are great changes Here below continually,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; a-acp vbr j n2 av a-acp av-j,
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9594
but there is none above in heaven: and there the Word of God is setled above the reach of any alteration.
but there is none above in heaven: and there the Word of God is settled above the reach of any alteration.
cc-acp pc-acp vbz pix p-acp p-acp n1: cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9595
All flesh is grass, saith the Apostle, 1 Pet. 1.24. all the glory of man, as the flower of grass; All Flesh is grass, Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 1.24. all the glory of man, as the flower of grass;
d n1 vbz n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9596
the grass withereth, and the flower thereof fadeth away, but the Word of the Lord endureth for ever. the grass withereth, and the flower thereof fades away, but the Word of the Lord Endureth for ever.
dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 av vvz av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp av.
(42) part (DIV2)
1239
Page 334
9597
2. And as it is unchangeable, so it is true; yea, it is the Word of Truth.
2. And as it is unchangeable, so it is true; yea, it is the Word of Truth.
crd cc c-acp pn31 vbz j-u, av pn31 vbz j; uh, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9598
It is an Epithite that is imposed upon it often: Thy Word is true from the beginning, saith the Psalmist to the Lord, Psal. 119.160.
It is an Epithet that is imposed upon it often: Thy Word is true from the beginning, Says the Psalmist to the Lord, Psalm 119.160.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31 av: po21 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9599
And so it shall be to the end.
And so it shall be to the end.
cc av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9600
And therefore it is added presently, The judgements of the Lord endure for ever, not in their being only, but their truth.
And Therefore it is added presently, The Judgments of the Lord endure for ever, not in their being only, but their truth.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi p-acp av, xx p-acp po32 vbg j, cc-acp po32 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9601
You know the Scripture is often called a testimony, or a witness: Either it is a testimony that the Father gives us of the Son,
You know the Scripture is often called a testimony, or a witness: Either it is a testimony that the Father gives us of the Son,
pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz av vvn dt n1, cc dt n1: d pn31 vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9602
or that the Son gives us of the Father;
or that the Son gives us of the Father;
cc cst dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9603
either it is a witness to us of things that have been done, or else (which is a little stronger) it is a witness to us of things that shall be done.
either it is a witness to us of things that have been done, or Else (which is a little Stronger) it is a witness to us of things that shall be done.
av-d pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 pp-f n2 cst vhb vbn vdn, cc av (r-crq vbz dt av-j jc) pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 pp-f n2 cst vmb vbi vdn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9604
Now this is a condition absolutely necessary to a testimony or a witness, that it declare the truth and nothing else.
Now this is a condition absolutely necessary to a testimony or a witness, that it declare the truth and nothing Else.
av d vbz dt n1 av-j j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cst pn31 vvb dt n1 cc pix av.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9605
Or else how shall it be depended and relyed upon? and so how shall the Scripture be the Word of Faith, as it is called,
Or Else how shall it be depended and relied upon? and so how shall the Scripture be the Word of Faith, as it is called,
cc av q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp? cc av q-crq vmb dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9606
unless it be the Word of Truth? How shall this testimony challenge faith from us,
unless it be the Word of Truth? How shall this testimony challenge faith from us,
cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vmb d n1 vvi n1 p-acp pno12,
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9607
unless it utter truth to us? How shall it be believed, if it be not wholly true? and therefore truth is frequently ascribed to it as a witness:
unless it utter truth to us? How shall it be believed, if it be not wholly true? and Therefore truth is frequently ascribed to it as a witness:
cs pn31 vvb n1 p-acp pno12? q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cs pn31 vbb xx av-jn j? cc av n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9608
The testimonies of the Lord are sure, saith David, Psal. 19.7. That which they tell, hath been;The testimonies of the Lord Are sure, Says David, Psalm 19.7. That which they tell, hath been;
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j, vvz np1, np1 crd. d r-crq pns32 vvb, vhz vbn;
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9609
and that which they foretell, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
and that which they foretell, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
cc cst r-crq pns32 vvb, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1240
Page 334
9610
And this by way of use and application, may serve for terror in the first place unto those against whom there is any thing foretold in Scripture, in a way of Commination:
And this by Way of use and application, may serve for terror in the First place unto those against whom there is any thing foretold in Scripture, in a Way of Commination:
cc d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz d n1 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 334
9611
for it shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
for it shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
c-acp pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 334
9612
How should they tremble for fear of God, and how should they be afraid of his judgements,
How should they tremble for Fear of God, and how should they be afraid of his Judgments,
q-crq vmd pns32 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1, cc q-crq vmd pns32 vbb j pp-f po31 n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 334
9649
Let us depend upon it, that the word of God shall be fulfilled to the very utmost.
Let us depend upon it, that the word of God shall be fulfilled to the very utmost.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j j.
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9613
though only hanging in the threatning? How should their hearts dissolve within them, when they hear his threatning words denounc't against them? How should the Adulterer tremble when he hears that flaming Commination, Whoremongers and adulterers God will judge!
though only hanging in the threatening? How should their hearts dissolve within them, when they hear his threatening words denounced against them? How should the Adulterer tremble when he hears that flaming Commination, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge!
cs av-j vvg p-acp dt n-vvg? q-crq vmd po32 n2 vvi p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb po31 j-vvg n2 vvn p-acp pno32? q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vvz d j-vvg n1, n2 cc n2 np1 vmb vvi!
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 334
9614
how should the drunkard tremble when he hears those dreadful woes that are denounced to drunkards, up and down the Prophets everywhere? How should the wretched worldling tremble,
how should the drunkard tremble when he hears those dreadful woes that Are denounced to drunkards, up and down the prophets everywhere? How should the wretched worldling tremble,
q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vvz d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n2, a-acp cc a-acp dt n2 av? q-crq vmd dt j n1 vvi,
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 335
9615
when he hears that dreadfull threatning, that no covetous person hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and of God? How should the lier,
when he hears that dreadful threatening, that no covetous person hath any inheritance in the Kingdom of christ and of God? How should the liar,
c-crq pns31 vvz d j n-vvg, cst dx j n1 vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1? q-crq vmd dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 335
9616
and the dogg that barks and snarls and snaps at holiness, and the unclean wretch tremble when they hear that such shall have their everlasting portion in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone!
and the dog that barks and snarls and snaps At holiness, and the unclean wretch tremble when they hear that such shall have their everlasting portion in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone!
cc dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz cc vvz p-acp n1, cc dt j n1 vvi c-crq pns32 vvb cst d vmb vhi po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1!
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 335
9617
And so for other sinners against whom there are heavy things foretold in Scripture, how should they shake and quiver,
And so for other Sinners against whom there Are heavy things foretold in Scripture, how should they shake and quiver,
cc av p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp n1, q-crq vmd pns32 vvi cc n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 335
9618
when they read and hear them!
when they read and hear them!
c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi pno32!
(42) part (DIV2)
1241
Page 335
9619
But alas there are abundance who steel and fortifie their hearts against them, who give no credit to the threatnings of the word,
But alas there Are abundance who steel and fortify their hearts against them, who give no credit to the threatenings of the word,
cc-acp uh a-acp vbr n1 r-crq n1 cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9620
as if they were but bruta fulmina, but empty cracks: who when they hear them thundred out against them, say with Israel, Jer. 5.12. It is not he, neither shall evil come upon us, nor shall we see sword or famine.
as if they were but bruta Thunderbolts, but empty cracks: who when they hear them thundered out against them, say with Israel, Jer. 5.12. It is not he, neither shall evil come upon us, nor shall we see sword or famine.
c-acp cs pns32 vbdr cc-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp j n2: r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 vvd av p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd. pn31 vbz xx pns31, dx vmb av-jn vvi p-acp pno12, ccx vmb pns12 vvi n1 cc n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9621
Oh my beloved, do not belye the Lord in this fashion; do not delude your own souls.
O my Beloved, do not belie the Lord in this fashion; do not delude your own Souls.
uh po11 j-vvn, vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1; vdb xx vvi po22 d n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9622
Believe it, Judgement is towards you, as the Expression is, Hosea 5.1. although it be not actually upon you.
Believe it, Judgement is towards you, as the Expression is, Hosea 5.1. although it be not actually upon you.
vvb pn31, n1 vbz p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. cs pn31 vbb xx av-j p-acp pn22.
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9623
The wrath of God commeth, it is a comming still, and in the end, depend upon it, it will come home.
The wrath of God comes, it is a coming still, and in the end, depend upon it, it will come home.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg av, cc p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi av-an.
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9624
What do you think that if you do such things, you shall escape the vengeance of God? No, be assured that if you persevere without repentance, you shall feel it with a witness.
What do you think that if you do such things, you shall escape the vengeance of God? No, be assured that if you persevere without Repentance, you shall feel it with a witness.
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi cst cs pn22 vdb d n2, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? uh-dx, vbb vvn cst cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9625
There is not any thing denounced against you in the Scripture, but shall be fulfilled upon you to the utmost.
There is not any thing denounced against you in the Scripture, but shall be fulfilled upon you to the utmost.
pc-acp vbz xx d n1 vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j.
(42) part (DIV2)
1242
Page 335
9626
And Secondly, it serves for sweet and pretious comfort to the Church, since all the good that is foretold in Scripture, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
And Secondly, it serves for sweet and precious Comfort to the Church, since all the good that is foretold in Scripture, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
cc ord, pn31 vvz p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp d dt j cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9627
You that are members of the Church, look over all the Book of God, collect together all the promises contained in it, from the beginning of it to the end;
You that Are members of the Church, look over all the Book of God, collect together all the promises contained in it, from the beginning of it to the end;
pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb a-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb av d dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9628
consider all the choice and pretious mercies that are contained in those promises, and satisfie your souls with a certain expectation of them all.
Consider all the choice and precious Mercies that Are contained in those promises, and satisfy your Souls with a certain expectation of them all.
vvb d dt n1 cc j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n2, cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 d.
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9629
There is not one of all those promises shall fall unaccomplished to the ground, or fail of execution in the Lords time.
There is not one of all those promises shall fallen unaccomplished to the ground, or fail of execution in the lords time.
pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f d d n2 vmb vvi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9630
And therefore look on all the good things promised there as sure mercies, (so they are called the sure mercies of David ) which shall not fail you when the season comes.
And Therefore look on all the good things promised there as sure Mercies, (so they Are called the sure Mercies of David) which shall not fail you when the season comes.
cc av vvb p-acp d dt j n2 vvd a-acp p-acp j n2, (av pns32 vbr vvn dt j n2 pp-f np1) r-crq vmb xx vvi pn22 c-crq dt n1 vvz.
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9631
And when you meet with any thing that specially concerns you in such a case or such a condition, that might be a support and comfort to you in affliction and the like, Oh give not way to one unbelieving thought, do not forsake your own mercies.
And when you meet with any thing that specially concerns you in such a case or such a condition, that might be a support and Comfort to you in affliction and the like, O give not Way to one unbelieving Thought, do not forsake your own Mercies.
cc c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 cst av-j vvz pn22 p-acp d dt n1 cc d dt n1, cst vmd vbi dt n1 cc vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 cc dt j, uh vvb xx n1 p-acp pi vvg n1, vdb xx vvi po22 d n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9632
Remember it is the word of the Lord, which (as the Angel said) shall be fulfilled in its season.
remember it is the word of the Lord, which (as the Angel said) shall be fulfilled in its season.
np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq (c-acp dt n1 vvd) vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1243
Page 335
9633
And so for any good thing that is foretold in Scripture to the Church, as there are glorious things you know foretold concerning it in after times, that God will raise it to an admirable state of glory and felicity, which while the world continues, shall not be overthrown again:
And so for any good thing that is foretold in Scripture to the Church, as there Are glorious things you know foretold Concerning it in After times, that God will raise it to an admirable state of glory and felicity, which while the world continues, shall not be overthrown again:
cc av p-acp d j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbr j n2 pn22 vvb vvn vvg pn31 p-acp p-acp n2, cst np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq cs dt n1 vvz, vmb xx vbi vvn av:
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 335
9634
Let us not make any question but they shall absolutely and compleatly be accomplished and fulfilled.
Let us not make any question but they shall absolutely and completely be accomplished and fulfilled.
vvb pno12 xx vvi d n1 cc-acp pns32 vmb av-j cc av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 335
9635
And therefore let us strengthen and confirm our hearts in the assured expectation of it,
And Therefore let us strengthen and confirm our hearts in the assured expectation of it,
cc av vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f pn31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 335
9636
and let us put those promises in suit in our Petitions, as Isaiah in the same case, Chap. 62.1.
and let us put those promises in suit in our Petitions, as Isaiah in the same case, Chap. 62.1.
cc vvb pno12 vvi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp np1 p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 335
9637
And let us stand upon our watch-towers waiting for the execution of them. Let us account it our especial happiness, that we live under promises that shall surely be accomplished,
And let us stand upon our watch-towers waiting for the execution of them. Let us account it our especial happiness, that we live under promises that shall surely be accomplished,
cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. vvb pno12 vvi pn31 po12 j n1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp n2 cst vmb av-j vbi vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9638
though they should be never fulfilled in our time. Let us embrace them as the Fathers did, yea though they be afar off.
though they should be never fulfilled in our time. Let us embrace them as the Father's did, yea though they be afar off.
cs pns32 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp po12 n1. vvb pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 vdd, uh cs pns32 vbb av a-acp.
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9639
Oh let us hugg them and take especial joy and comfort in them.
O let us hug them and take especial joy and Comfort in them.
uh vvb pno12 vvb pno32 cc vvb j n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9640
And though the Lord should take us hence, before he bring them into act and execution,
And though the Lord should take us hence, before he bring them into act and execution,
cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 av, c-acp pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9641
yet let us cheer our hearts with the apprehension of the happiness and glory that shall be upon the Church,
yet let us cheer our hearts with the apprehension of the happiness and glory that shall be upon the Church,
av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9642
after we are dead and gone. And so dye with our arms full of promises, and our hearts full of faith,
After we Are dead and gone. And so die with our arms full of promises, and our hearts full of faith,
c-acp pns12 vbr j cc vvn. cc av vvi p-acp po12 n2 j pp-f n2, cc po12 n2 j pp-f n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9643
and our souls full of comfort. To pass on to a third use;
and our Souls full of Comfort. To pass on to a third use;
cc po12 n2 j pp-f n1. pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt ord n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1244
Page 336
9644
Since this is so that whatsoever is foretold in Scripture, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled:
Since this is so that whatsoever is foretold in Scripture, shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled:
c-acp d vbz av cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn:
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9645
whatsoever is foretold in a way of Commination, or in a way of Consolation, by way of threatning or by way of promise:
whatsoever is foretold in a Way of Commination, or in a Way of Consolation, by Way of threatening or by Way of promise:
r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9646
Let us endeavour to believe both, and act our faith upon them.
Let us endeavour to believe both, and act our faith upon them.
vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi d, cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9647
Let us work up our hearts to give a firm and full assent to all the threatnings,
Let us work up our hearts to give a firm and full assent to all the threatenings,
vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp d dt n2-vvg,
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9648
and to all the promises, though that which is delivered in the Scripture either way be never so improbable, never so much against corrupt reason, never so impossible to a humane apprehension.
and to all the promises, though that which is Delivered in the Scripture either Way be never so improbable, never so much against corrupt reason, never so impossible to a humane apprehension.
cc p-acp d dt n2, cs d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 d n1 vbb av-x av j, av-x av av-d p-acp j n1, av-x av j p-acp dt j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9650
Let us imitate the faith of the antient Saints of God, as I shall give you some examples of it in reference to both of these, both to the threatnings and the promises of Scripture.
Let us imitate the faith of the ancient Saints of God, as I shall give you Some Examples of it in Referente to both of these, both to the threatenings and the promises of Scripture.
vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f d, av-d p-acp dt n2-vvg cc dt n2 pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1245
Page 336
9651
As for the threatnings, That which the Lord denounced to Noah, that he might publish it to all the world, that he would utterly destroy all flesh from off the earth,
As for the threatenings, That which the Lord denounced to Noah, that he might publish it to all the world, that he would utterly destroy all Flesh from off the earth,
c-acp p-acp dt n2-vvg, cst r-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi d n1 p-acp a-acp dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1246
Page 336
9652
and by a flood of water too, was as improbable as any thing almost could be,
and by a flood of water too, was as improbable as any thing almost could be,
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, vbds a-acp j c-acp d n1 av vmd vbi,
(42) part (DIV2)
1246
Page 336
9653
as like to be derided by the wise men of the world;
as like to be derided by the wise men of the world;
c-acp av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1246
Page 336
9654
Yet Noah being warned of God, believed it, and so accordingly prepared the Ark, as you may see, Heb. 11.7.
Yet Noah being warned of God, believed it, and so accordingly prepared the Ark, as you may see, Hebrew 11.7.
av np1 vbg vvn pp-f np1, vvd pn31, cc av av-vvg vvd dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1246
Page 336
9655
And so that Commination by the Prophet Jonah was almost incredible, that Nineveh so flourishing,
And so that Commination by the Prophet Jonah was almost incredible, that Nineveh so flourishing,
cc av d n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 vbds av j, cst np1 av vvg,
(42) part (DIV2)
1246
Page 336
9656
so glorious, and so great a City, should be destroyed in forty dayes; and yet it is observed, to the praise of Nineveh that they believed God, that is, the word of God, his threatning message sent them by the Prophet, Jonah 3.5.
so glorious, and so great a city, should be destroyed in forty days; and yet it is observed, to the praise of Nineveh that they believed God, that is, the word of God, his threatening message sent them by the Prophet, Jonah 3.5.
av j, cc av j dt n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp crd n2; cc av pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns32 vvd np1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j-vvg n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1246
Page 336
9657
So for the promises of Scripture, how improbable soever, the Saints of old have closed with them.
So for the promises of Scripture, how improbable soever, the Saints of old have closed with them.
av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq j av, dt n2 pp-f j vhb vvn p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9658
What an unlikely promise was it that was made to Abraham, that he should have a Son when he was full a hundred years of age,
What an unlikely promise was it that was made to Abraham, that he should have a Son when he was full a hundred Years of age,
q-crq dt j n1 vbds pn31 d vbds vvn p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds av-j dt crd n2 pp-f n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9659
and a seed that should be as innumerable as the stars of heaven? and that by Sarah too, a withered and a barren woman? What strong objections might they both have brought against it? And yet they did not argue,
and a seed that should be as innumerable as the Stars of heaven? and that by Sarah too, a withered and a barren woman? What strong objections might they both have brought against it? And yet they did not argue,
cc dt n1 cst vmd vbi a-acp j c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? cc cst p-acp np1 av, dt j-vvn cc dt j n1? q-crq j n2 vmd pns32 d vhb vvn p-acp pn31? cc av pns32 vdd xx vvi,
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9660
but believed that it should be just as the Lord had spoken:
but believed that it should be just as the Lord had spoken:
cc-acp vvd cst pn31 vmd vbi j c-acp dt n1 vhd vvn:
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9661
as the Apostle speaks of Abraham, Rom. 4.20, 21. He staggered not at the promise of God, through unbelief,
as the Apostle speaks of Abraham, Rom. 4.20, 21. He staggered not At the promise of God, through unbelief,
c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9662
but was strong in faith, giving glory to God. Yea, and of Sarah too, though she were somewhat doubtfull and incredulous in the beginning,but was strong in faith, giving glory to God. Yea, and of Sarah too, though she were somewhat doubtful and incredulous in the beginning,
cc-acp vbds j p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1. uh, cc pp-f np1 av, cs pns31 vbdr av j cc j p-acp dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9663
yet even of her he saith, She iudged him faithfull that had promised.
yet even of her he Says, She judged him faithful that had promised.
av av pp-f pno31 pns31 vvz, pns31 vvd pno31 j cst vhd vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9664
That great and Master promise of the resurrection of the body from the dust, is far above the principles of nature and philosophy,
That great and Master promise of the resurrection of the body from the dust, is Far above the principles of nature and philosophy,
cst j cc n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 336
9665
and therefore the Philosophers at Athens laughed at it. Yet Job believed this seeming Paradox, as he professes, Job 19.26. I know saith he, he uses such a word you see as intimates a full perswasion.
and Therefore the Philosophers At Athens laughed At it. Yet Job believed this seeming Paradox, as he Professes, Job 19.26. I know Says he, he uses such a word you see as intimates a full persuasion.
cc av dt n2 p-acp np1 vvn p-acp pn31. av np1 vvd d j-vvg n1, c-acp pns31 vvz, n1 crd. pns11 vvb vvz pns31, pns31 vvz d dt n1 pn22 vvb c-acp vvz dt j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 337
9666
I am confident of this, that though after mys kin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh I shall see God.
I am confident of this, that though After mys kin worms destroy this body, yet in my Flesh I shall see God.
pns11 vbm j pp-f d, cst cs p-acp vvi n1 n2 vvi d n1, av p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vmb vvi np1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 337
9667
And so let us, my brethren, whatsoever is foretold in Scripture, let us stedfastly believe that it shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
And so let us, my brothers, whatsoever is foretold in Scripture, let us steadfastly believe that it shall surely be accomplished and fulfilled.
cc av vvb pno12, po11 n2, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, vvb pno12 av-j vvi cst pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1247
Page 337
9668
And thus of the first argument or reason, with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth his petition to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that he himself would undertake the keeping of them;
And thus of the First argument or reason, with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth his petition to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that he himself would undertake the keeping of them;
cc av pp-f dt ord n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cst pns31 px31 vmd vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pno32;
(42) part (DIV2)
1248
Page 337
9669
Holy Father, keep them through thy own name. Holy Father, keep them through thy own name.
j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1248
Page 337
9670
Which hath been taken, as you may remember, from his own effectual preservation of them during the time that he had been amongst them.
Which hath been taken, as you may Remember, from his own effectual preservation of them during the time that he had been among them.
r-crq vhz vbn vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, p-acp po31 d j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vbn p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1248
Page 337
9671
And therefore he would have his Father keep them now, because he himself had kept them,
And Therefore he would have his Father keep them now, Because he himself had kept them,
cc av pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 vvi pno32 av, c-acp pns31 px31 vhd vvn pno32,
(42) part (DIV2)
1248
Page 337
9672
and kept them very safe till now. While I was with them in the world I kept them.
and kept them very safe till now. While I was with them in the world I kept them.
cc vvd pno32 av j c-acp av. cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvd pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1248
Page 337
9673
Before our Saviour adds a second reason to enforce this supplication and request of his, he interposes a discovery of the end,
Before our Saviour adds a second reason to enforce this supplication and request of his, he interposes a discovery of the end,
p-acp po12 n1 vvz dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f png31, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1249
Page 337
9674
why he presents it, and why he is so earnest in it:
why he presents it, and why he is so earnest in it:
c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, cc c-crq pns31 vbz av j p-acp pn31:
(42) part (DIV2)
1249
Page 337
9675
Saith he, I put up this Petition to thee while I am resident in this world;
Says he, I put up this Petition to thee while I am resident in this world;
vvz pns31, pns11 vvb a-acp d vvb p-acp pno21 cs pns11 vbm j-jn p-acp d n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1249
Page 337
9676
I do it in the hearing of my Apostles and Disciples, that they might have their comfort much encreased by this means.
I do it in the hearing of my Apostles and Disciples, that they might have their Comfort much increased by this means.
pns11 vdb pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po11 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmd vhi po32 n1 av-d vvn p-acp d n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1249
Page 337
9677
And now I come to thee, and these things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves. And now I come to thee, and these things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.
cc av pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, cc d n2 pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1249
Page 337
9678
So that the words you see are the account our Saviour gives his Father of the Petition which he makes for his Apostles and Disciples,
So that the words you see Are the account our Saviour gives his Father of the Petition which he makes for his Apostles and Disciples,
av cst dt n2 pn22 vvb vbr dt n1 po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 pp-f dt vvb r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9679
or rather of the circumstances of the making of it.
or rather of the Circumstances of the making of it.
cc av-c pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f pn31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9680
Why he makes it in the world, why he did not defer the making of it till he came to heaven;
Why he makes it in the world, why he did not defer the making of it till he Come to heaven;
uh-crq pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9681
and sate down at the right hand of his Father, there to be an everlasting Intercessor for his people,
and sat down At the right hand of his Father, there to be an everlasting Intercessor for his people,
cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, a-acp pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9682
but rather chose to make it here before he went, in the presence and the ears of his Apostles and Disciples,
but rather chosen to make it Here before he went, in the presence and the ears of his Apostles and Disciples,
cc-acp av-c vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 av c-acp pns31 vvd, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9683
while they were by, and hearkning to him.
while they were by, and Harkening to him.
cs pns32 vbdr p-acp, cc vvg p-acp pno31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9684
These things, saith he, I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves. These things, Says he, I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.
d n2, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9685
And here we have two things to be examined and resolved.
And Here we have two things to be examined and resolved.
cc av pns12 vhb crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1250
Page 337
9686
What our Saviour means by his joy, which he would have fulfilled in his Apostles and Disciples,
What our Saviour means by his joy, which he would have fulfilled in his Apostles and Disciples,
q-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1251
Page 337
9687
why he calls it His joy, and not theirs.
why he calls it His joy, and not theirs.
c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 po31 n1, cc xx png32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1251
Page 337
9688
That they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves, not their own joy fulfilled, but my joy fulfilled in them. And,That they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves, not their own joy fulfilled, but my joy fulfilled in them. And,
cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32, xx po32 d n1 vvn, cc-acp po11 n1 vvn p-acp pno32. cc,
(42) part (DIV2)
1251
Page 337
9689
How this joy should be fulfilled by his presenting this Petition for them to his Father, in their hearing,
How this joy should be fulfilled by his presenting this Petition for them to his Father, in their hearing,
q-crq d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 vvg d vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po32 n-vvg,
(42) part (DIV2)
1252
Page 337
9690
before he left this world, which way this circumstance should tend so much, and be so available to the accomplishment of that joy.
before he left this world, which Way this circumstance should tend so much, and be so available to the accomplishment of that joy.
c-acp pns31 vvd d n1, r-crq n1 d n1 vmd vvi av av-d, cc vbb av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1252
Page 337
9691
As for the first of these, our Saviour calls the joy which he would have to be fulfilled in his Disciples, his ioy. Not that he was the subject of it,
As for the First of these, our Saviour calls the joy which he would have to be fulfilled in his Disciples, his joy. Not that he was the Subject of it,
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, po12 n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, po31 n1. xx d pns31 vbds dt n-jn pp-f pn31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1253
Page 337
9692
or that it was inherent in himself.
or that it was inherent in himself.
cc cst pn31 vbds j p-acp px31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1253
Page 337
9693
But either, First, because he was the object of it, that they might have my ioy, that is to say, the joy which they take in me, fulfilled in themselves. Or Secondly,
But either, First, Because he was the Object of it, that they might have my joy, that is to say, the joy which they take in me, fulfilled in themselves. Or Secondly,
p-acp d, ord, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno11, vvn p-acp px32. cc ord,
(42) part (DIV2)
1253
Page 337
9694
as Calvin thinks, because he was the author of it.
as calvin thinks, Because he was the author of it.
c-acp np1 vvz, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1253
Page 337
9695
That they might have my ioy, the joy which they have from me, fulfilled in themselves. That they might have my joy, the joy which they have from me, fulfilled in themselves.
cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp pno11, vvn p-acp px32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1253
Page 337
9696
But how should this presenting this Petition for them to his Father in their hearing,
But how should this presenting this Petition for them to his Father in their hearing,
cc-acp q-crq vmd d vvg d vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg,
(42) part (DIV2)
1254
Page 338
9697
how should this circumstance conduce so much to the fulfilling of the joy within them?
how should this circumstance conduce so much to the fulfilling of the joy within them?
q-crq vmd d n1 vvi av av-d p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32?
(42) part (DIV2)
1254
Page 338
9698
Truly, my brethren, it might be very helpfull to it many wayes.
Truly, my brothers, it might be very helpful to it many ways.
av-j, po11 n2, pn31 vmd vbi av j p-acp pn31 d n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1255
Page 338
9699
Either as it manifested Christs affection to them, and his care of them, in which they could not but exceedingly rejoyce.
Either as it manifested Christ affection to them, and his care of them, in which they could not but exceedingly rejoice.
av-d c-acp pn31 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, cc po31 n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd xx cc-acp av-vvg vvi.
(42) part (DIV2)
1255
Page 338
9700
What he would do in their behalf, when he was come to heaven, was not so clearly known to them.
What he would do in their behalf, when he was come to heaven, was not so clearly known to them.
r-crq pns31 vmd vdi p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, vbds xx av av-j vvn p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1255
Page 338
9701
But this he did before he went, in their hearing, he earnestly besought his Father to take special care of them, to keep them through his own name;
But this he did before he went, in their hearing, he earnestly besought his Father to take special care of them, to keep them through his own name;
p-acp d pns31 vdd c-acp pns31 vvd, p-acp po32 n-vvg, pns31 av-j vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1255
Page 338
9702
they heard it with their own ears, how earnest and importunate he was, which could not choose but be an extraordinary comfort to them, that Jesus Christ should have such dear and singular regard to them.
they herd it with their own ears, how earnest and importunate he was, which could not choose but be an extraordinary Comfort to them, that jesus christ should have such dear and singular regard to them.
pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp po32 d n2, c-crq j cc j pns31 vbds, r-crq vmd xx vvi cc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cst np1 np1 vmd vhi d j-jn cc j n1 p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1255
Page 338
9703
Or else it might fulfill their joy, as it assured them of their special preservation, after Christ was gone from them.
Or Else it might fulfil their joy, as it assured them of their special preservation, After christ was gone from them.
cc av pn31 vmd vvi po32 n1, c-acp pn31 vvd pno32 pp-f po32 j n1, c-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1256
Page 338
9704
There is no question to be made, they were in many doubts and fears when he was about to leave them.
There is no question to be made, they were in many doubts and fears when he was about to leave them.
pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vbdr p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9705
And had he gone without discovering any care of their safety, their sorrows would have been increased.
And had he gone without discovering any care of their safety, their sorrows would have been increased.
cc vhd pns31 vvn p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f po32 n1, po32 n2 vmd vhi vbn vvn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9706
If he had only prayed in secret for them to his Father, and desired him to keep them, this would have added to their safety;
If he had only prayed in secret for them to his Father, and desired him to keep them, this would have added to their safety;
cs pns31 vhd av-j vvn p-acp j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32, d vmd vhi vvn p-acp po32 n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9707
but what would this have added to their joy? But when they heard him being ready to depart, to yield them up in such a serious solemn manner to his Father,
but what would this have added to their joy? But when they herd him being ready to depart, to yield them up in such a serious solemn manner to his Father,
cc-acp q-crq vmd d vhi vvn p-acp po32 n1? p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 vbg j pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d dt j j n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9708
and to make this his last request to him while he was here in this world, that he would keep them, this could not but assure them that they should be kept,
and to make this his last request to him while he was Here in this world, that he would keep them, this could not but assure them that they should be kept,
cc pc-acp vvi d po31 ord n1 p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32, d vmd xx cc-acp vvi pno32 cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9709
and so fill them full of joy.
and so fill them full of joy.
cc av vvb pno32 j pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9710
And hence our Saviour having put up that Petition for them, Holy Father, keep them through thy own name;
And hence our Saviour having put up that Petition for them, Holy Father, keep them through thy own name;
cc av po12 n1 vhg vvn a-acp d vvb p-acp pno32, j n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 d n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9752
And hence the Holy Ghost is called the Oyl of gladness, Isa. 45.7.
And hence the Holy Ghost is called the Oil of gladness, Isaiah 45.7.
cc av dt j n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9711
And that because while I was with them in the world, I kept them; Adds this immediately, and now come, I to thee:
And that Because while I was with them in the world, I kept them; Adds this immediately, and now come, I to thee:
cc d c-acp cs pns11 vbds p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd pno32; vvz d av-j, cc av vvb, pns11 p-acp pno21:
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9712
and these things speak I in the world, before I come;and these things speak I in the world, before I come;
cc d n2 vvb pns11 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvb;
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9713
I speak them here among them, that my Discples being ear-witnesses to my importunate and earnest intercession for them, may have the joy, either which they take in me,
I speak them Here among them, that my Disciples being Ear-witnesses to my importunate and earnest Intercession for them, may have the joy, either which they take in me,
pns11 vvb pno32 av p-acp pno32, cst po11 n2 vbg n2 p-acp po11 j cc j n1 p-acp pno32, vmb vhi dt n1, d r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno11,
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9714
or which they receive from me, the more abundantly fulfilled in themselves. The words thus opened, yield us out three Observations.
or which they receive from me, the more abundantly fulfilled in themselves. The words thus opened, yield us out three Observations.
cc r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno11, dt av-dc av-j vvn p-acp px32. dt n2 av vvn, vvb pno12 av crd n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1257
Page 338
9715
First, Christ is the Author and Original of the joy of his people. Secondly, Jesus Christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
First, christ is the Author and Original of the joy of his people. Secondly, jesus christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
ord, np1 vbz dt n1 cc j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. ord, np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1258
Page 338
9716
Thirdly, Their perfect knowledge of his intercession for them, is one special means to fill them full of this joy.
Thirdly, Their perfect knowledge of his Intercession for them, is one special means to fill them full of this joy.
ord, po32 j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 j pp-f d n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1258
Page 338
9717
DOCTRINE. Christ is the Author and Original of the joy of his people.DOCTRINE. christ is the Author and Original of the joy of his people.
n1. np1 vbz dt n1 cc j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1258
Page 338
9718
If they have any true and real joy, it comes from him, they have it from the Lord Christ:
If they have any true and real joy, it comes from him, they have it from the Lord christ:
cs pns32 vhb d j cc j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp pno31, pns32 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 338
9719
And therefore it is called his joy, because originally it is his, and comes from him to them by way of dispensation and communication, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.
And Therefore it is called his joy, Because originally it is his, and comes from him to them by Way of Dispensation and communication, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn po31 n1, c-acp av-j pn31 vbz png31, cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 338
9720
So in another place he tells his Apostles and Disciples, that if they were obedient to him, they should abide in his love;
So in Another place he tells his Apostles and Disciples, that if they were obedient to him, they should abide in his love;
av p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz po31 n2 cc n2, cst cs pns32 vbdr j p-acp pno31, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 339
9721
And adds immediately, these things have I spoken to you, that my joy might remain in you, (that is to say) the joy that I give you, John 15.11.
And adds immediately, these things have I spoken to you, that my joy might remain in you, (that is to say) the joy that I give you, John 15.11.
cc vvz av-j, d n2 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp pn22, cst po11 n1 vmd vvi p-acp pn22, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi) dt n1 cst pns11 vvb pn22, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 339
9722
Indeed it is the fruit and the effect of Christs kingdom, erected in the hearts of his people,
Indeed it is the fruit and the Effect of Christ Kingdom, erected in the hearts of his people,
np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 339
9723
as the Apostle shews us, Rom. 14.17. His Kingdom is not meat and drink, but righteousness and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
as the Apostle shows us, Rom. 14.17. His Kingdom is not meat and drink, but righteousness and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. po31 n1 vbz xx n1 cc vvi, cc-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 339
9724
You shall be sorrowfull, saith Christ to his Disciples, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy, John 16.20.You shall be sorrowful, Says christ to his Disciples, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy, John 16.20.
pn22 vmb vbi j, vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 339
9725
And who can turn it into joy but Christ only?
And who can turn it into joy but christ only?
cc q-crq vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 av-j?
(42) part (DIV2)
1259
Page 339
9726
But you will ask me how and in what respect is Christ the Author of the joy of his people? Beloved, I might instance in a multitude of things,
But you will ask me how and in what respect is christ the Author of the joy of his people? beloved, I might instance in a multitude of things,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? j-vvn, pns11 vmd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1260
Page 339
9727
but I shall draw them all to three heads. Christ is the Author of the joy of his people,
but I shall draw them all to three Heads. christ is the Author of the joy of his people,
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp crd n2. np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1260
Page 339
9728
As he is their Prophet to instruct them.
As he is their Prophet to instruct them.
c-acp pns31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1261
Page 339
9729
The state of ignorance my brethren, is a state of darkness, so it is often stiled in Scripture.
The state of ignorance my brothers, is a state of darkness, so it is often styled in Scripture.
dt n1 pp-f n1 po11 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1261
Page 339
9730
And that is an uncomfortable state, full of fear, and full of sorrow.
And that is an uncomfortable state, full of Fear, and full of sorrow.
cc cst vbz dt j n1, j pp-f n1, cc j pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1261
Page 339
9731
But when Christ comes with light, and information, and instruction, when he becomes a Prophet to them, he gives them extraordinary comfort.
But when christ comes with Light, and information, and instruction, when he becomes a Prophet to them, he gives them extraordinary Comfort.
p-acp c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1261
Page 339
9732
In that he gives them light, he gives them joy; for both of them are joyned together, Psal. 97.11. Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for them that are upright in heart.
In that he gives them Light, he gives them joy; for both of them Are joined together, Psalm 97.11. Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for them that Are upright in heart.
p-acp cst pns31 vvz pno32 j, pns31 vvz pno32 n1; p-acp d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn av, np1 crd. n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr av-j p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1261
Page 339
9733
As he is their King to rule them: you heard but now that his kingdom stands in joy.
As he is their King to Rule them: you herd but now that his Kingdom Stands in joy.
c-acp pns31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: pn22 vvd p-acp av cst po31 n1 vvz p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1262
Page 339
9734
And hence his subjects are exhorted to rejoyce in him, Psal. 149.2. Let the Children of Zion be joyful in their King.
And hence his subject's Are exhorted to rejoice in him, Psalm 149.2. Let the Children of Zion be joyful in their King.
cc av po31 n2-jn vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd. vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vbi j p-acp po32 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1262
Page 339
9735
Now as a King, my brethren, he is many wayes the author of the joy of his people, I will name a few of them.
Now as a King, my brothers, he is many ways the author of the joy of his people, I will name a few of them.
av p-acp dt n1, po11 n2, pns31 vbz d n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt d pp-f pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1262
Page 339
9736
1. As he subdues their enemies, and gives them peace.
1. As he subdues their enemies, and gives them peace.
crd p-acp pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz pno32 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9737
And this he doth, my brethren, for he is the King of Salem, and the Prince of peace.
And this he does, my brothers, for he is the King of Salem, and the Prince of peace.
cc d pns31 vdz, po11 n2, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9738
And when he doth it, he is an extraordinary comfort to his people. When he subdues their enemies within them, and so gives them inward peace.
And when he does it, he is an extraordinary Comfort to his people. When he subdues their enemies within them, and so gives them inward peace.
cc c-crq pns31 vdz pn31, pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. c-crq pns31 vvz po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cc av vvz pno32 j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9739
When he masters and brings under their stubborn and rebellious Lusts and strong corruptions which are such a daily trouble and vexation to them.
When he Masters and brings under their stubborn and rebellious Lustiest and strong corruptions which Are such a daily trouble and vexation to them.
c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp po32 j cc j n2 cc j n2 r-crq vbr d dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9740
O what a joy is it to his people, when (according to his Covenant) he saves them from those enemies!
O what a joy is it to his people, when (according to his Covenant) he saves them from those enemies!
sy r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq (vvg p-acp po31 n1) pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n2!
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9741
then they serve him without fear, Luke 1.75. and if without fear, then certainly with great joy:
then they serve him without Fear, Lycia 1.75. and if without Fear, then Certainly with great joy:
cs pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp n1, av crd. cc cs p-acp n1, av av-j p-acp j n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9742
So when he saves them from their enemies without them, and so gives them outward peace,
So when he saves them from their enemies without them, and so gives them outward peace,
av c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cc av vvz pno32 j n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9743
then he gives them joy too. Such times have still been celebrated and observed with extraordinary gladness and rejoycing.
then he gives them joy too. Such times have still been celebrated and observed with extraordinary gladness and rejoicing.
cs pns31 vvz pno32 vvi av. d n2 vhb av vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1 cc vvg.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9744
Especially when Babylon goes down, the arch-enemy of his Church and his people, then Christ hears many Halelujahs,
Especially when Babylon Goes down, the archenemy of his Church and his people, then christ hears many Hallelujahs,
av-j c-crq np1 vvz a-acp, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 n1, cs np1 vvz d n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9745
for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth.
for the Lord God omnipotent Reigneth.
p-acp dt n1 np1 j vvz.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9746
Then they that stand upon the glassie sea, are in a very chearie frame, They sing the song of Moses and the song of the Lamb, Just and true are thy wayes, O thou King of Saints.
Then they that stand upon the glassy sea, Are in a very cheery frame, They sing the song of Moses and the song of the Lamb, Just and true Are thy ways, Oh thou King of Saints.
cs pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt j n1, vbr p-acp dt j j n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j cc j vbr po21 n2, uh pns21 n1 pp-f n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1263
Page 339
9747
2. As a King Christ is the Author of the joy of his people as he gives them his spirit.
2. As a King christ is the Author of the joy of his people as he gives them his Spirit.
crd p-acp dt n1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 339
9748
For this he doth under the notion of a King, and when he doth it, then he fils them full of joy.
For this he does under the notion of a King, and when he does it, then he fills them full of joy.
p-acp d pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc c-crq pns31 vdz pn31, cs pns31 vvz pno32 j pp-f n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 339
9749
The Spirit is the Comforter, that is his name, so he is stiled very often, to shew us what his Office, work, and business is:
The Spirit is the Comforter, that is his name, so he is styled very often, to show us what his Office, work, and business is:
dt n1 vbz dt n1, cst vbz po31 n1, av pns31 vbz vvn av av, pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq po31 n1, n1, cc n1 vbz:
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9750
And therefore joy is made a companion of the Spirit, to shew us that they use to go together, Act. 13.52. The Disciples, saith the Text, were filled with joy, and with the Holy Ghost:
And Therefore joy is made a Companion of the Spirit, to show us that they use to go together, Act. 13.52. The Disciples, Says the Text, were filled with joy, and with the Holy Ghost:
cc av n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av, n1 crd. dt n2, vvz dt n1, vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9751
and the Apostle tells us, that joy is one especial fruit of the Spirit, Gal. 5.22. The fruit of the Spirit is live, joy:
and the Apostle tells us, that joy is one especial fruit of the Spirit, Gal. 5.22. The fruit of the Spirit is live, joy:
cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vbz pi j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9753
As it is the Oyl of gladness, it makes glad the heart of man, and it makes his face to shine:
As it is the Oil of gladness, it makes glad the heart of man, and it makes his face to shine:
p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pn31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi:
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9754
And consequently when our King pours out this Oyl upon his people, he pours out joy and gladness with it.
And consequently when our King pours out this Oil upon his people, he pours out joy and gladness with it.
cc av-j q-crq po12 n1 vvz av d n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz av n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9755
Then his joy is fulfilled in them, because they have this oyl from him; He is anointed with it above his fellows;
Then his joy is fulfilled in them, Because they have this oil from him; He is anointed with it above his Fellows;
cs po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pno31; pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n2;
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9756
it flows down from him the head, even to the lowest members of his body.
it flows down from him the head, even to the lowest members of his body.
pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31 dt n1, av p-acp dt js n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1264
Page 340
9757
3. As a King Christ is the Author of the joy of his people, as he dispenses recompences and rewards to them:
3. As a King christ is the Author of the joy of his people, as he dispenses recompenses and rewards to them:
crd p-acp dt n1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32:
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9758
For this he must do as a King too, and when he doth it, he makes them overflow with joy;
For this he must do as a King too, and when he does it, he makes them overflow with joy;
c-acp d pns31 vmb vdi c-acp dt n1 av, cc c-crq pns31 vdz pn31, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9759
and therefore he will have them to be out of measure glad, even in the expectation of it, Luk. 6.23. Rejoyce and leap for joy, saith he:
and Therefore he will have them to be out of measure glad, even in the expectation of it, Luk. 6.23. Rejoice and leap for joy, Says he:
cc av pns31 vmb vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi av pp-f n1 j, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd. vvb cc vvi p-acp n1, vvz pns31:
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9760
and why so? for great is your reward in heaven:
and why so? for great is your reward in heaven:
cc q-crq av? p-acp j vbz po22 n1 p-acp n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9761
And if they have such cause to be transported in the expectation, how much more in the fruition? When Christ shall say to every one of his, as Mat. 25.21.
And if they have such cause to be transported in the expectation, how much more in the fruition? When christ shall say to every one of his, as Mathew 25.21.
cc cs pns32 vhb d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq d dc p-acp dt n1? c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp d crd pp-f png31, c-acp np1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9762
Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord, into the self-same joy which I thy Lord and Master entred first into,Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord, into the selfsame joy which I thy Lord and Master entered First into,
vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns11 po21 n1 cc n1 vvd ord p-acp,
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9763
and took possession of before thee: Then indeed the joy of Christ shall be communicated to them.
and took possession of before thee: Then indeed the joy of christ shall be communicated to them.
cc vvd n1 pp-f p-acp pno21: av av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9764
Then they shall have his joy fulfilled in them to the very utmost.
Then they shall have his joy fulfilled in them to the very utmost.
cs pns32 vmb vhi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j j.
(42) part (DIV2)
1265
Page 340
9765
Christ is the Author of the joy of his people, as he is their Priest to sacrifice and intercede for them.
christ is the Author of the joy of his people, as he is their Priest to sacrifice and intercede for them.
np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32.
(42) part (DIV2)
1266
Page 340
9766
Both ways he is the Fountain of their comfort. I shall a little touch them in their order.
Both ways he is the Fountain of their Comfort. I shall a little touch them in their order.
av-d n2 pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. pns11 vmb dt j n1 pno32 p-acp po32 n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1266
Page 340
9767
1. As he is their Priest to sacrifice, he is the Author of their joy,
1. As he is their Priest to sacrifice, he is the Author of their joy,
crd p-acp pns31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9768
for by this means he satisfies the justice of his Father for them, he frees them from the guilt of all their sins, he reconcileth them to God:
for by this means he Satisfies the Justice of his Father for them, he frees them from the guilt of all their Sins, he reconcileth them to God:
c-acp p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9769
And is he not in this respect the cause of extraordinary comfort to his people? Is it not a sad thing for a person to live at enmity with God who made him,
And is he not in this respect the cause of extraordinary Comfort to his people? Is it not a sad thing for a person to live At enmity with God who made him,
cc vbz pns31 xx p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 r-crq vvd pno31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9770
and will judge him in the great day? If peace with God be so infinitely sweet, is not enmity with God full of fear,
and will judge him in the great day? If peace with God be so infinitely sweet, is not enmity with God full of Fear,
cc vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1? cs n1 p-acp np1 vbb av av-j j, vbz xx n1 p-acp np1 j pp-f n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9771
and full of horror? is it not a doleful thing for any person to be dead in Law, bound over to the everlasting wrath and vengeance of the great God;
and full of horror? is it not a doleful thing for any person to be dead in Law, bound over to the everlasting wrath and vengeance of the great God;
cc j pp-f n1? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9791
There are very many of them, who though they be as lewd, and vitious, and prophane as it is possible for men to be,
There Are very many of them, who though they be as lewd, and vicious, and profane as it is possible for men to be,
pc-acp vbr av d pp-f pno32, r-crq cs pns32 vbb a-acp j, cc j, cc j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi,
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9792
yet they are out of measure chearful, they give themselves to nothing else but mirth and joy.
yet they Are out of measure cheerful, they give themselves to nothing Else but mirth and joy.
av pns32 vbr av pp-f n1 j, pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9772
in danger every hour to be haled and dragged away to execution, and to be cast into the lake that burns with fire and brimstone? and is it not a joyful thing to be delivered out of such a state as this is? Now this our Saviour as a Priest hath done for his people, in a way of satisfaction,
in danger every hour to be haled and dragged away to execution, and to be cast into the lake that burns with fire and brimstone? and is it not a joyful thing to be Delivered out of such a state as this is? Now this our Saviour as a Priest hath done for his people, in a Way of satisfaction,
p-acp n1 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn av p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1? cc vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? av d po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9773
and so hath given them cause of exceeding great joy, as the Angel intimates when he informs the Shepherds where he was born,
and so hath given them cause of exceeding great joy, as the Angel intimates when he informs the Shepherd's where he was born,
cc av vhz vvn pno32 n1 pp-f j-vvg j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9774
and what he was to do, Luk. 2.10. Behold I bring you good tidings of great joy.
and what he was to do, Luk. 2.10. Behold I bring you good tidings of great joy.
cc r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vdi, np1 crd. vvb pns11 vvb pn22 j n2 pp-f j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1267
Page 340
9775
2. As Christ is his peoples Priest to intercede for them, he is the Author of their joy:
2. As christ is his peoples Priest to intercede for them, he is the Author of their joy:
crd p-acp np1 vbz po31 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 340
9776
It is an extraordinary comfort to them, that Christ appears in heaven for them in all causes, to offer up and to second their Petitions, to plead the causes of their souls before his Father;
It is an extraordinary Comfort to them, that christ appears in heaven for them in all Causes, to offer up and to second their Petitions, to plead the Causes of their Souls before his Father;
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cst np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc p-acp ord po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 340
9777
and therefore in my Text, he gives them as it were a tast of his future Intercession, that thereby they might guess what he would do when he was come to heaven;
and Therefore in my Text, he gives them as it were a taste of his future Intercession, that thereby they might guess what he would do when he was come to heaven;
cc av p-acp po11 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, cst av pns32 vmd vvi r-crq pns31 vmd vdi c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9778
and that to this end he might replenish them with joy and comfort:
and that to this end he might replenish them with joy and Comfort:
cc cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9779
These things speak I in the world, while I am yet among them, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves, That hearing what I do now,These things speak I in the world, while I am yet among them, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves, That hearing what I do now,
d n2 vvb pns11 p-acp dt n1, cs pns11 vbm av p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32, d n-vvg r-crq pns11 vdb av,
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9780
while I am here, they might a little guess what I am like to do hereafter,
while I am Here, they might a little guess what I am like to do hereafter,
cs pns11 vbm av, pns32 vmd dt j n1 r-crq pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi av,
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9781
when I am once sate down at the right hand of my Father, and so might be full of comfort,
when I am once sat down At the right hand of my Father, and so might be full of Comfort,
c-crq pns11 vbm a-acp vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc av vmd vbi j pp-f n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9782
yea though I am departing from them, while they consider with themselves, If he do so much now,
yea though I am departing from them, while they Consider with themselves, If he do so much now,
uh cs pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvb p-acp px32, cs pns31 vdb av av-d av,
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9783
surely when he comes to heaven, he will do much more.
surely when he comes to heaven, he will do much more.
av-j c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vdi d dc.
(42) part (DIV2)
1268
Page 341
9784
Is Christ the Author and the Fountain of the joy of his people? Then certainly they that are out of Christ can have no true and solid joy,
Is christ the Author and the Fountain of the joy of his people? Then Certainly they that Are out of christ can have no true and solid joy,
vbz np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? av av-j pns32 cst vbr av pp-f np1 vmb vhi dx j cc j n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9785
because they are divided from the Fountain of it: They cannot have his joy in them, because they have no union with him:
Because they Are divided from the Fountain of it: They cannot have his joy in them, Because they have no Union with him:
c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: pns32 vmbx vhb po31 n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno31:
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9786
and therefore they are frequently forbidden to rejoyce in Scripture, let their case otherwise be what it will, or what it can:
and Therefore they Are frequently forbidden to rejoice in Scripture, let their case otherwise be what it will, or what it can:
cc av pns32 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vvb po32 n1 av vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, cc r-crq pn31 vmb:
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9787
Go to ye rich men, weep and howl, saith the Apostle James, chap. 5.1.Go to you rich men, weep and howl, Says the Apostle James, chap. 5.1.
vvb p-acp pn22 j n2, vvb cc vvi, vvz dt n1 np1, n1 crd.
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9788
Why, might they say, why should we weep, for we have all things at our hearts desire? yet weep saith the Apostle there,
Why, might they say, why should we weep, for we have all things At our hearts desire? yet weep Says the Apostle there,
uh-crq, vmd pns32 vvb, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi, c-acp pns12 vhb d n2 p-acp po12 n2 vvi? av vvb vvz dt n1 a-acp,
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9789
although not for the present misery, yet for the misery that shall come upon you. There is no peace, and consequently no joy to wicked men:
although not for the present misery, yet for the misery that shall come upon you. There is no peace, and consequently no joy to wicked men:
cs xx p-acp dt j n1, av p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22. pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc av-j dx n1 p-acp j n2:
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9790
And therefore this me thinks should cast a damp upon the mirth and jollity of such people.
And Therefore this me thinks should cast a damp upon the mirth and jollity of such people.
cc av d pno11 vvz vmd vvi dt n-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9793
Now I beseech you seriously consider with your selves, whence comes this joy? you have it not from Jesus Christ, who is the Fountain only of the joy of his people,
Now I beseech you seriously Consider with your selves, whence comes this joy? you have it not from jesus christ, who is the Fountain only of the joy of his people,
av pns11 vvb pn22 av-j vvb p-acp po22 n2, q-crq vvz d n1? pn22 vhb pn31 xx p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9794
and consequently it is feigned and unsound.
and consequently it is feigned and unsound.
cc av-j pn31 vbz vvn cc j.
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9795
And therefore say to this false joy of yours, as the Wiseman counsels you, What is it that thou dost? Is there any true cause why we should be thus over-merry? have we any reason for it? Examine it,
And Therefore say to this false joy of yours, as the Wiseman Counsels you, What is it that thou dost? Is there any true cause why we should be thus over-merry? have we any reason for it? Examine it,
cc av vvb p-acp d j n1 pp-f png22, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn22, q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns21 vd2? vbz a-acp d j n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vbi av j? vhb pns12 d n1 c-acp pn31? vvb pn31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9796
and you shall find that it is mad laughter, as it is stiled in the Scripture:
and you shall find that it is mad laughter, as it is styled in the Scripture:
cc pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9797
For as a mad man laughs he knows not why, even so do wicked and ungodly men;
For as a mad man laughs he knows not why, even so do wicked and ungodly men;
c-acp c-acp dt j n1 vvz pns31 vvz xx c-crq, av av vdb j cc j n2;
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9798
they have no reason to rejoyce, but rather to lament and howl, and melt away in sorrow.
they have no reason to rejoice, but rather to lament and howl, and melt away in sorrow.
pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av-c pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi av p-acp n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1269
Page 341
9799
Is Christ the Author, &c. Then I beseech you my Brethren; do you fetch your joy and comfort thence:
Is christ the Author, etc. Then I beseech you my Brothers; do you fetch your joy and Comfort thence:
vbz np1 dt n1, av av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 n2; vdb pn22 vvi po22 n1 cc vvi av:
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9800
Drink you out of the Fountain, and not out of broken cisterns.
Drink you out of the Fountain, and not out of broken cisterns.
vvb pn22 av pp-f dt n1, cc xx av pp-f j-vvn n2.
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9801
It is the fault of many, who do indeed belong to Jesus Christ, they draw not all their comfort from him,
It is the fault of many, who do indeed belong to jesus christ, they draw not all their Comfort from him,
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vdb av vvi p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vvb xx d po32 n1 p-acp pno31,
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9802
but too much from other things, perhaps from creatures: Nay, which is worse, sometimes from sinful and unlawful pleasures:
but too much from other things, perhaps from creatures: Nay, which is Worse, sometime from sinful and unlawful pleasures:
cc-acp av av-d p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp n2: uh-x, r-crq vbz av-jc, av p-acp j cc j n2:
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9803
and so they have much joy within them, which they never had from Christ, of which he is not the Author.
and so they have much joy within them, which they never had from christ, of which he is not the Author.
cc av pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq pns32 av-x vhd p-acp np1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz xx dt n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9804
However they be full of joy sometimes, his joy is not fulfilled in them, but their own.
However they be full of joy sometime, his joy is not fulfilled in them, but their own.
c-acp pns32 vbb j pp-f n1 av, po31 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp po32 d.
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9805
Oh, my Beloved, think upon it when you rejoyce so much in worldly comforts, in houses,
O, my beloved, think upon it when you rejoice so much in worldly comforts, in houses,
uh, po11 j-vvn, vvb p-acp pn31 c-crq pn22 vvb av av-d p-acp j n2, p-acp n2,
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9806
and estates, and means, and friends, and outward succors, is this the joy of Christ in you? did it come from Christ to you? be you sure you had it there? Nay, my Beloved,
and estates, and means, and Friends, and outward succors, is this the joy of christ in you? did it come from christ to you? be you sure you had it there? Nay, my beloved,
cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j n2, vbz d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22? vdd pn31 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn22? vbb pn22 j pn22 vhd pn31 a-acp? uh-x, po11 j-vvn,
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9807
when you rejoyce sometimes in sinful satisfactions and delights, is Christ the Author and the Fountain of this joy in you? Alas, this is an earthly, sensual, sinful joy.
when you rejoice sometime in sinful satisfactions and delights, is christ the Author and the Fountain of this joy in you? Alas, this is an earthly, sensual, sinful joy.
c-crq pn22 vvb av p-acp j n2 cc n2, vbz np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn22? np1, d vbz dt j, j, j n1.
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9808
The joy of Christ which he bestows upon his people is an heavenly, spiritual, holy joy;
The joy of christ which he bestows upon his people is an heavenly, spiritual, holy joy;
dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 vbz dt j, j, j n1;
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 341
9809
such as no worldly thing can raise in you, such as the world can neither give nor take from you:
such as no worldly thing can raise in you, such as the world can neither give nor take from you:
d c-acp dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, d c-acp dt n1 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi p-acp pn22:
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9810
And therefore I beseech you who are Christs, go not to the world, and much less to the Devil for your joy:
And Therefore I beseech you who Are Christ, go not to the world, and much less to the devil for your joy:
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 r-crq vbr npg1, vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n1:
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9811
Fetch not your comfort from any of these things below;
Fetch not your Comfort from any of these things below;
vvb xx po22 n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2 a-acp;
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9812
but go to Jesus Christ, and fetch it there, he hath enough in him, and that which he hath is right.
but go to jesus christ, and fetch it there, he hath enough in him, and that which he hath is right.
cc-acp vvb p-acp np1 np1, cc vvb pn31 a-acp, pns31 vhz av-d p-acp pno31, cc cst r-crq pns31 vhz vbz j-jn.
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9813
Rejoyce not in the creature, but in Christ, and then rejoyce with exceeding great joy, with joy unspeakable and glorious;
Rejoice not in the creature, but in christ, and then rejoice with exceeding great joy, with joy unspeakable and glorious;
vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp np1, cc av vvb p-acp vvg j n1, p-acp n1 j cc j;
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9814
that when your hearts are dilated to the utmost, when they are full up to the brim,
that when your hearts Are dilated to the utmost, when they Are full up to the brim,
cst c-crq po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j, c-crq pns32 vbr j a-acp p-acp dt n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9815
and even over-flow with joy, it may be truly said of you, that not the joy of this world,
and even overflow with joy, it may be truly said of you, that not the joy of this world,
cc av j p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f pn22, cst xx dt n1 pp-f d n1,
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9816
and much less the joy of sin, but the joy of Jesus Christ, his joy is fulfilled in you.
and much less the joy of since, but the joy of jesus christ, his joy is fulfilled in you.
cc av-d av-dc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22.
(42) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9817
JOHN 17.13. That they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves. DOCTRINE. 2. That Jesus Christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.JOHN 17.13. That they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves. DOCTRINE. 2. That jesus christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
np1 crd. cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32. n1. crd cst np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1270
Page 342
9818
THis he declares to be his purpose and intention in my Text, the thing at which he aims in making this Petition in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples,
THis he declares to be his purpose and intention in my Text, the thing At which he aims in making this Petition in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples,
d pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp vvg d vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1272
Page 342
9819
while he was in the world among them, and while he was in their hearing:
while he was in the world among them, and while he was in their hearing:
cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc cs pns31 vbds p-acp po32 n-vvg:
(43) part (DIV2)
1272
Page 342
9820
These things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves. These things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.
d n2 pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1272
Page 342
9821
By which it is apparent, that Jesus Christ hath a singular regard to the comfort of his people, that he would have their hearts replenished with the consolations which they have from him.
By which it is apparent, that jesus christ hath a singular regard to the Comfort of his people, that he would have their hearts replenished with the consolations which they have from him.
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst np1 np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp pno31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1272
Page 342
9822
He is not satisfied that they have some degrees of joy begun;
He is not satisfied that they have Some Degrees of joy begun;
pns31 vbz xx vvn cst pns32 vhb d n2 pp-f n1 vvn;
(43) part (DIV2)
1272
Page 342
9823
No, he desires to have this joy compleated and fulfilled in them to the very utmost.
No, he Desires to have this joy completed and fulfilled in them to the very utmost.
uh-dx, pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi d n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j j.
(43) part (DIV2)
1272
Page 342
9824
And therefore in the Chapter next before, he gives them counsel and direction how they might attain to this,
And Therefore in the Chapter next before, he gives them counsel and direction how they might attain to this,
cc av p-acp dt n1 ord p-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d,
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9825
how they might come to have their hearts brim full of holy joy;
how they might come to have their hearts brim full of holy joy;
c-crq pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n2 j j pp-f j n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9826
by which he makes it to appear, that he for his part was willing that it should be so, Joh. 16.24. Ask and ye shall receive, saith he, that your joy may be ful.
by which he makes it to appear, that he for his part was willing that it should be so, John 16.24. Ask and you shall receive, Says he, that your joy may be full.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vbds j cst pn31 vmd vbi av, np1 crd. vvb cc pn22 vmb vvi, vvz pns31, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi j.
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9827
The Apostle hath a phrase that looks much this way, 2 Cor. 1.5. As the sufferings of Christ abound much in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ; q. d.
The Apostle hath a phrase that looks much this Way, 2 Cor. 1.5. As the sufferings of christ abound much in us, so our consolation also Aboundeth by christ; q. worser.
dt n1 vhz dt n1 cst vvz d d n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb av-d p-acp pno12, av po12 n1 av vvz p-acp np1; sy. sy.
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9828
The consolation which we have by Christ, which he dispenseth, and communicateth to us, is an abundant consolation.
The consolation which we have by christ, which he dispenseth, and Communicateth to us, is an abundant consolation.
dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp np1, r-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz p-acp pno12, vbz dt j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9829
He doth not give us slight and slender comforts, his consolations are not small;
He does not give us slight and slender comforts, his consolations Are not small;
pns31 vdz xx vvi pno12 j cc j n2, po31 n2 vbr xx j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9830
No, it is usual with him when his hand is in, to exceed and to abound, to do over and above for his people;
No, it is usual with him when his hand is in, to exceed and to abound, to do over and above for his people;
uh-dx, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 c-crq po31 n1 vbz p-acp, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vdi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp po31 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9831
Be you glad and rejoyce for ever, in that which I create, saith he, Isa. 65.18. For behold, I create Jerusalem a rejoycing, and her people a joy; Be you glad and rejoice for ever, in that which I create, Says he, Isaiah 65.18. For behold, I create Jerusalem a rejoicing, and her people a joy;
vbb pn22 j cc vvi p-acp av, p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, np1 crd. p-acp vvi, pns11 vvb np1 dt vvg, cc po31 n1 dt n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9832
Though there be no appearance of it for the present, no probability from whence it should arise,
Though there be no appearance of it for the present, no probability from whence it should arise,
cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j, dx n1 p-acp c-crq pn31 vmd vvi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9833
yet I will do it out of nothing: I will not only make them joyful, but a rejoycing and a joy;
yet I will do it out of nothing: I will not only make them joyful, but a rejoicing and a joy;
av pns11 vmb vdi pn31 av pp-f pix: pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32 j, cc-acp dt vvg cc dt n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9834
I will make them all joy.
I will make them all joy.
pns11 vmb vvi pno32 d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1273
Page 342
9853
So, when the promises were made, there is no doubt they would have been observed and kept,
So, when the promises were made, there is no doubt they would have been observed and kept,
av, c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn cc vvn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9854
though they had never been confirmed:
though they had never been confirmed:
cs pns32 vhd av-x vbn vvn:
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9835
But not to rest in generals, I shall proceed to shew you more particularly and distinctly, that Jesus Christ hath made it sufficiently to appear, that he would have his people to be full of joy:
But not to rest in generals, I shall proceed to show you more particularly and distinctly, that jesus christ hath made it sufficiently to appear, that he would have his people to be full of joy:
cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 av-dc av-j cc av-j, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn pn31 av-j pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1274
Page 343
9836
and this he hath done many ways.
and this he hath done many ways.
cc d pns31 vhz vdn d n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1274
Page 343
9837
By publishing the Gospel to them, which as it is a Gospel of Salvation, so of Consolation;
By publishing the Gospel to them, which as it is a Gospel of Salvation, so of Consolation;
p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9838
and therefore it is called NONLATINALPHABET, good news; or as the Angel tells the Shepherds, Luk. 2.10. good tidings of great joy.
and Therefore it is called, good news; or as the Angel tells the Shepherd's, Luk. 2.10. good tidings of great joy.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn, j n1; cc c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n2, np1 crd. j n2 pp-f j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9839
In which respect it is very notable, that when our Saviour was about to preach the Gospel, he was anointed with the Spirit, which is called the Oyl of gladness. The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, saith our Saviour, because he hath anointed me, Isa. 61.1.
In which respect it is very notable, that when our Saviour was about to preach the Gospel, he was anointed with the Spirit, which is called the Oil of gladness. The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Says our Saviour, Because he hath anointed me, Isaiah 61.1.
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz av j, cst c-crq po12 n1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, vvz po12 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9840
And what follows? why then he preaches good tidings to the meek, he binds up the broken-hearted, proclaimeth liberty to Captives,
And what follows? why then he Preaches good tidings to the meek, he binds up the brokenhearted, proclaims liberty to Captives,
cc q-crq vvz? uh-crq av pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp dt j, pns31 vvz a-acp dt j, vvz n1 p-acp n2-jn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9841
and opening of the prison doors to those that are bound there, which is very joyful tidings:and opening of the prison doors to those that Are bound there, which is very joyful tidings:
cc vvg pp-f dt n1 n2 p-acp d cst vbr vvn a-acp, r-crq vbz av j n2:
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9842
He comforts those that are in sorrow, appoints to those that mourn in Sion (not to those that mourn abroad,He comforts those that Are in sorrow, appoints to those that mourn in Sion (not to those that mourn abroad,
pns31 vvz d cst vbr p-acp n1, vvz p-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1 (xx p-acp d cst vvb av,
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9843
but to those that mourn in Sion, in the Church,) beauty for ashes, the Oyl of joy for mourning,
but to those that mourn in Sion, in the Church,) beauty for Ashes, the Oil of joy for mourning,
cc-acp p-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1,) n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9844
and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness: So that you see, my Brethren, it is all joy, and all comfort.and the garment of praise for the Spirit of heaviness: So that you see, my Brothers, it is all joy, and all Comfort.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: av cst pn22 vvb, po11 n2, pn31 vbz d n1, cc d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9845
By which it is apparent, that our Saviours special aim and drift in publishing the Gospel, is, that the people might be full of joy.
By which it is apparent, that our Saviors special aim and drift in publishing the Gospel, is, that the people might be full of joy.
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst po12 ng1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, vbz, cst dt n1 vmd vbi j pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9846
And therefore it is much to be observed, that when our Saviour entred on his Ministry, assoon as he had been baptized and tempted, he preached his very first Sermon, upon this comfortable Gospel Text, Luk. 4.17. to shew what was to be the main intent and drift of his ministry.
And Therefore it is much to be observed, that when our Saviour entered on his Ministry, As soon as he had been baptised and tempted, he preached his very First Sermon, upon this comfortable Gospel Text, Luk. 4.17. to show what was to be the main intent and drift of his Ministry.
cc av pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-crq po12 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, av c-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn cc vvn, pns31 vvd po31 j ord n1, p-acp d j n1 n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1275
Page 343
9847
Christ gives his people pretious promises, and seals them with his own blood, that they might be full of joy.
christ gives his people precious promises, and Seals them with his own blood, that they might be full of joy.
np1 vvz po31 n1 j n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1276
Page 343
9848
Indeed this is the great end, my Beloved, both of the promise, and of the confirmation of it.
Indeed this is the great end, my beloved, both of the promise, and of the confirmation of it.
av d vbz dt j n1, po11 j-vvn, d pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1276
Page 343
9849
It's true, if Christ had been reserved, if he had kept his purpose and intention in his breast, and in his bosom;
It's true, if christ had been reserved, if he had kept his purpose and intention in his breast, and in his bosom;
pn31|vbz j, cs np1 vhd vbn vvn, cs pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1276
Page 343
9850
if he had made his people no promise, the execution of his merciful designs had not been less sure and certain in it self,
if he had made his people no promise, the execution of his merciful designs had not been less sure and certain in it self,
cs pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 dx n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 vhd xx vbn av-dc j cc j p-acp pn31 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1276
Page 343
9851
but it had been less sure to us; we had not had the less benefit, but we had had the less comfort;
but it had been less sure to us; we had not had the less benefit, but we had had thee less Comfort;
cc-acp pn31 vhd vbn av-dc j p-acp pno12; pns12 vhd xx vhn dt dc n1, cc-acp pns12 vhd vhn pno32 dc n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1276
Page 343
9852
For he would surely have fulfilled his own intentions to his people, though he had never been obliged by promise to perform them.
For he would surely have fulfilled his own intentions to his people, though he had never been obliged by promise to perform them.
c-acp pns31 vmd av-j vhi vvn po31 d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1276
Page 343
9855
yet Christ hath ratified them with his own blood, as the Apostle shews us, Heb. 9.16. Not with the blood of Bulls and Goats, but with his own most pretious blood.
yet christ hath ratified them with his own blood, as the Apostle shows us, Hebrew 9.16. Not with the blood of Bulls and Goats, but with his own most precious blood.
av np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp p-acp po31 d av-ds j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9856
And why hath he done this? why doubtless, that there might be nothing wanting to his peoples comfort.
And why hath he done this? why doubtless, that there might be nothing wanting to his peoples Comfort.
cc uh-crq vhz pns31 vdn d? q-crq av-j, cst a-acp vmd vbi pix vvg p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9857
The promise is not made a whit more certain by our Saviours sealing of it with his blood,
The promise is not made a whit more certain by our Saviors sealing of it with his blood,
dt n1 vbz xx vvn dt n1 av-dc j p-acp po12 ng1 vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9858
but we are made the more certain:
but we Are made the more certain:
cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn dt av-dc j:
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9859
The promise is not made a whit the more sure, but we are the more assured,
The promise is not made a whit the more sure, but we Are the more assured,
dt n1 vbz xx vvn dt n1 dt av-dc j, cc-acp pns12 vbr dt av-dc j-vvn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9860
and so we have the more comfort.
and so we have the more Comfort.
cc av pns12 vhb dt av-dc n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9861
What do we think of God, that he who is the God of Truth, would not have kept his promises, that he would have broken with us, had they not been thus confirmed? No, certainly my Brethren, he would have been firm and constant,
What do we think of God, that he who is the God of Truth, would not have kept his promises, that he would have broken with us, had they not been thus confirmed? No, Certainly my Brothers, he would have been firm and constant,
q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pp-f np1, cst pns31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd xx vhi vvn po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno12, vhd pns32 xx vbn av vvn? uh-dx, av-j po11 n2, pns31 vmd vhi vbn j cc j,
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 343
9862
but we might have been assaulted with continual doubts and fears, we should not have attained to such unshaken and such sweet assurance.
but we might have been assaulted with continual doubts and fears, we should not have attained to such unshaken and such sweet assurance.
cc-acp pns12 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp d j-vvn cc d j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 344
9863
And therefore Christ hath set his seal to all the promises, he hath sealed them with his blood, to this end, that we might have strong consolation, as the Apostles phrase is, Heb. 6.18. He hath shed his blood you see, that our comfort might not be weak, but strong comfort;
And Therefore christ hath Set his seal to all the promises, he hath sealed them with his blood, to this end, that we might have strong consolation, as the Apostles phrase is, Hebrew 6.18. He hath shed his blood you see, that our Comfort might not be weak, but strong Comfort;
cc av np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp d dt n2, pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmd vhi j n1, p-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 pn22 vvb, cst po12 n1 vmd xx vbi j, cc-acp j n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 344
9864
that our joy might not be imcompleat, but full joy. Christ gives his people glorious Ordinances, that they might be full of joy.
that our joy might not be imcompleat, but full joy. christ gives his people glorious Ordinances, that they might be full of joy.
d po12 n1 vmd xx vbi j, cc-acp j n1. np1 vvz po31 n1 j n2, cst pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1277
Page 344
9865
For Ordinances are not for our profit only, but they are for our comfort too.
For Ordinances Are not for our profit only, but they Are for our Comfort too.
p-acp n2 vbr xx p-acp po12 n1 av-j, cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po12 n1 av.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9866
Oh how was David taken with them? How did they fill his heart with joy? when he was banished from them for a time,
O how was David taken with them? How did they fill his heart with joy? when he was banished from them for a time,
uh q-crq vbds np1 vvn p-acp pno32? q-crq vdd pns32 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1? c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9867
how did he melt to think upon the overflowing Consolations he had sometimes found in them? How did his heart pant and gasp after them? Oh with what self-consuming wishes did he long to be restored to them? One thing have I desired of the Lord, saith he, Psal. 27.4.
how did he melt to think upon the overflowing Consolations he had sometime found in them? How did his heart pant and gasp After them? O with what self-consuming wishes did he long to be restored to them? One thing have I desired of the Lord, Says he, Psalm 27.4.
q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pns31 vhd av vvn p-acp pno32? q-crq vdd po31 n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32? uh p-acp r-crq j n2 vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32? crd n1 vhb pns11 vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz pns31, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9868
No question he desired many things, but one thing he desired above the rest, that he might dwell in the house of the Lord all the dayes of his life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
No question he desired many things, but one thing he desired above the rest, that he might dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of his life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
dx n1 pns31 vvd d n2, cc-acp crd n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9869
and to enquire in his Temple where publick Ordinances were dispensed: Which shews the infinite delight he took in them.and to inquire in his Temple where public Ordinances were dispensed: Which shows the infinite delight he took in them.
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 c-crq j n2 vbdr vvn: r-crq vvz dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp pno32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9870
I might distinctly shew how special Ordinances serve for the comfort of the Lords people;
I might distinctly show how special Ordinances serve for the Comfort of the lords people;
pns11 vmd av-j vvi c-crq j n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9871
I will bring them to my Mountain, saith the Lord, and make them joyfull in my house of prayer, Isa. 56.7.I will bring them to my Mountain, Says the Lord, and make them joyful in my house of prayer, Isaiah 56.7.
pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n1, vvz dt n1, cc vvi pno32 j p-acp po11 n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9872
So for the word, Jer. 15.16. Thy word was to me, saith the Prophet there, the joy and the rejoycing of my heart.
So for the word, Jer. 15.16. Thy word was to me, Says the Prophet there, the joy and the rejoicing of my heart.
av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. po21 n1 vbds p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1 a-acp, dt n1 cc dt vvg pp-f po11 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9873
With joy shall ye draw water, saith the Lord, out of the wells of salvation, Isa. 12.3. Some understand the Ordinances by the wells in that place.With joy shall you draw water, Says the Lord, out of the wells of salvation, Isaiah 12.3. some understand the Ordinances by the wells in that place.
p-acp n1 vmb pn22 vvi n1, vvz dt n1, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd. d vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9874
You see particularly then what the end of Christ is, in giveing Ordinances to his people,
You see particularly then what the end of christ is, in giving Ordinances to his people,
pn22 vvb av-jn av r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po31 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9875
and what use they serve for. Not only to help onward their Salvation, but their Consolation too.
and what use they serve for. Not only to help onward their Salvation, but their Consolation too.
cc r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp. xx av-j pc-acp vvi av po32 n1, cc-acp po32 n1 av.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9876
By which it is apparent, that even in these dispensations he hath a great aspect upon their comfort.
By which it is apparent, that even in these dispensations he hath a great aspect upon their Comfort.
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst av p-acp d n2 pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1278
Page 344
9877
Christ gives his people cleer discoveries and revelations of himself, that they might be full of joy:
christ gives his people clear discoveries and revelations of himself, that they might be full of joy:
np1 vvz po31 n1 j n2 cc n2 pp-f px31, cst pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9878
you may observe how they were overjoyed to whom he shewed himself after his resurrection from the dead, they were not able to contain themselves.
you may observe how they were overjoyed to whom he showed himself After his resurrection from the dead, they were not able to contain themselves.
pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi px32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9879
And so when Christ reveals himself to any soul at this day, when he comes in and shews himself to it, it is sometimes almost transported to an extasie of joy.
And so when christ reveals himself to any soul At this day, when he comes in and shows himself to it, it is sometime almost transported to an ecstasy of joy.
cc av c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz px31 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz av av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9880
Especially when he hath hid himself awhile, then such discoveries of himself are out of measure sweet and pretious.
Especially when he hath hid himself awhile, then such discoveries of himself Are out of measure sweet and precious.
av-j c-crq pns31 vhz vvn px31 av, cs d n2 pp-f n1 vbr av pp-f n1 j cc j.
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9881
When this Sun of righteousness hath been overcast awhile, so that the Saints have walked in darkness dayes and years, without a glimps of this reviving light, Oh with what inward ravishment doth it break forth upon the soul again!
When this Sun of righteousness hath been overcast awhile, so that the Saints have walked in darkness days and Years, without a glimpse of this reviving Light, O with what inward ravishment does it break forth upon the soul again!
c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn vvn av, av cst dt n2 vhb vvn p-acp n1 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvg n1, uh p-acp r-crq j n1 vdz pn31 vvi av p-acp dt n1 av!
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9882
The wife while she enjoyes the constant presence of her loving husband, it may be thinks not much upon it, she is not much affected with it.
The wife while she enjoys the constant presence of her loving husband, it may be thinks not much upon it, she is not much affected with it.
dt n1 cs pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 j-vvg n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvz xx d p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz xx av-d vvn p-acp pn31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9883
But if he have been long away, so that she hath not heard for many years neither where her husband is,
But if he have been long away, so that she hath not herd for many Years neither where her husband is,
p-acp cs pns31 vhb vbn av-j av, av cst pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp d n2 av-dx q-crq po31 n1 vbz,
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9884
nor when he means to come again, and after all her fruitless expectations of him, hath resolved with her self, that out of question she shall never see him more,
nor when he means to come again, and After all her fruitless Expectations of him, hath resolved with her self, that out of question she shall never see him more,
ccx c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av, cc p-acp d po31 j n2 pp-f pno31, vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst av pp-f n1 pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno31 av-dc,
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9885
and then at last, when she is wholly our of hopes, in strikes her husband on a suddain at the door, she is not able to contain her self for joy, his presence is incomparably sweet and pleasing to her.
and then At last, when she is wholly our of hope's, in strikes her husband on a sudden At the door, she is not able to contain her self for joy, his presence is incomparably sweet and pleasing to her.
cc av p-acp ord, c-crq pns31 vbz av-jn po12 pp-f n2, p-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz av-j j cc j-vvg p-acp pno31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 344
9886
Even so when poor distressed souls have waited long for Christ, and thought that they should never see him more with comfort,
Even so when poor distressed Souls have waited long for christ, and Thought that they should never see him more with Comfort,
np1 av c-crq j j-vvn n2 vhb vvn av-j p-acp np1, cc vvd cst pns32 vmd av-x vvi pno31 av-dc p-acp n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 345
9887
and then at length he comes and shewes himself to them; his gratious presence is extremely pretious;
and then At length he comes and shows himself to them; his gracious presence is extremely precious;
cc av p-acp n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp pno32; po31 j n1 vbz av-jn j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 345
9888
He makes them full of joy with his countenance, as the expression is, Acts 2.28. Christ sends the Comforter to his people, that they might be full of joy:
He makes them full of joy with his countenance, as the expression is, Acts 2.28. christ sends the Comforter to his people, that they might be full of joy:
pns31 vvz pno32 j pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz, n2 crd. np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1279
Page 345
9889
when he promised him you know to his Apostles and Disciples, they were full of sorrow;
when he promised him you know to his Apostles and Disciples, they were full of sorrow;
c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 pn22 vvb p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pns32 vbdr j pp-f n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9890
and he did this as an antidote against it.
and he did this as an antidote against it.
cc pns31 vdd d p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9891
Come, be not troubled, saith our Saviour, I will send you another Comforter that shall abide with you for ever, John 14.16. I have been a Comforter to you, I confess;Come, be not troubled, Says our Saviour, I will send you Another Comforter that shall abide with you for ever, John 14.16. I have been a Comforter to you, I confess;
vvb, vbb xx vvn, vvz po12 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j-jn n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp av, np1 crd. pns11 vhb vbn dt n1 p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb;
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9892
but seeing I am ready to depart from you, I will not leave you comfortless;
but seeing I am ready to depart from you, I will not leave you comfortless;
cc-acp vvg pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9893
no, I will send you another Comforter, one that shall comfort you as much as I have done,
no, I will send you Another Comforter, one that shall Comfort you as much as I have done,
uh-dx, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j-jn n1, pi cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d c-acp pns11 vhb vdn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9894
and one that shall stick to you too, and shall not leave you, as I am about to do,
and one that shall stick to you too, and shall not leave you, as I am about to do,
cc pi cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22 av, cc vmb xx vvi pn22, c-acp pns11 vbm a-acp pc-acp vdi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9895
but shall abide with you for ever.
but shall abide with you for ever.
cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp av.
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9896
So that you see one special end of Christ in sending down the Holy Ghost into the hearts of his people;
So that you see one special end of christ in sending down the Holy Ghost into the hearts of his people;
av cst pn22 vvb crd j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg a-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9897
is to comfort them and cheer them; to be to them not only a spirit of Sanctification, but a spirit of Consolation,
is to Comfort them and cheer them; to be to them not only a Spirit of Sanctification, but a Spirit of Consolation,
vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvb pno32; pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32 xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9898
and so discovers that he hath a great regard to the joy of his people. Christ gives deliverance to his people, that they may be full of joy.
and so discovers that he hath a great regard to the joy of his people. christ gives deliverance to his people, that they may be full of joy.
cc av vvz cst pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1280
Page 345
9899
He hath divers other ends why he becomes a Saviour to them in the day of their distress;
He hath diverse other ends why he becomes a Saviour to them in the day of their distress;
pns31 vhz j j-jn n2 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1281
Page 345
9900
but this is not the least of all, that he may put new joy into their hearts,
but this is not the least of all, that he may put new joy into their hearts,
cc-acp d vbz xx dt ds pp-f d, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po32 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1281
Page 345
9901
and a new Song into their mouths.
and a new Song into their mouths.
cc dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1281
Page 345
9902
When he appears to the salvation of his people, in doing so he appeareth to their joy,
When he appears to the salvation of his people, in doing so he appears to their joy,
c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vdg av pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1281
Page 345
9903
as you may see, Isa. 66.5. That is the End and Drift of his Appearance. Christ hath purchased Heaven for his people, that they might be full of ioy;
as you may see, Isaiah 66.5. That is the End and Drift of his Appearance. christ hath purchased Heaven for his people, that they might be full of joy;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. cst vbz dt vvb cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1281
Page 345
9904
For Heaven, as it is a place of the heigth of holiness, so it is a place of the heigth of happiness.
For Heaven, as it is a place of the heighth of holiness, so it is a place of the heighth of happiness.
p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9905
Here indeed we are in Bochim, in a place of weeping;
Here indeed we Are in Bochim, in a place of weeping;
av av pns12 vbr p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg;
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9906
we go through a vale of tears, and digg up Wells, but they are of salt water, the rain also fills the pools.
we go through a vale of tears, and dig up Wells, but they Are of salt water, the rain also fills the pools.
pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvb a-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr pp-f n1 n1, dt n1 av vvz dt n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9907
But when we are arrived at Heaven, we shall weep no more, but all our tears shall be wiped from our eyes.
But when we Are arrived At Heaven, we shall weep no more, but all our tears shall be wiped from our eyes.
p-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp d po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9908
We shall not have a wrinkle in our faces, nor a tear upon our cheeks,
We shall not have a wrinkle in our faces, nor a tear upon our cheeks,
pns12 vmb xx vhi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, ccx dt n1 p-acp po12 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9909
nor a sad thought upon our hearts, but all shall be smooth and clear and sweet, and that for ever.
nor a sad Thought upon our hearts, but all shall be smooth and clear and sweet, and that for ever.
ccx dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp d vmb vbi j cc j cc j, cc cst p-acp av.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9910
Then we shall be full of joy;
Then we shall be full of joy;
cs pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9911
Christs joy shall be fulfilled in us, yea we shall have the fulness of joy, Psalm 16. ult.
Christ joy shall be fulfilled in us, yea we shall have the fullness of joy, Psalm 16. ult.
npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, uh pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9912
Indeed full joy importeth nothing but enough to fill us, so much as we are capable of,
Indeed full joy imports nothing but enough to fill us, so much as we Are capable of,
np1 j n1 vvz pix p-acp av-d pc-acp vvi pno12, av av-d c-acp pns12 vbr j pp-f,
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9913
as is commensurate to our capacity, as we are able to receive.
as is commensurate to our capacity, as we Are able to receive.
c-acp vbz j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9914
But on the other side the fulness of joy importeth all the measures and degrees of it;
But on the other side the fullness of joy imports all the measures and Degrees of it;
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31;
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9915
So that there can be nothing added to it; there is nothing wanting to it to make it absolute in all respects;
So that there can be nothing added to it; there is nothing wanting to it to make it absolute in all respects;
av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31; pc-acp vbz pix vvg p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp d n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9916
It is not to be raised higher any way; And this hath Christ prepared and purchased for us.
It is not to be raised higher any Way; And this hath christ prepared and purchased for us.
pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn jc d n1; cc d vhz np1 vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9917
By these things it is evident that Jesus Christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
By these things it is evident that jesus christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz j cst np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1282
Page 345
9918
But wherefore will he have it to be so? Why would he have his people to be full of holy joy?
But Wherefore will he have it to be so? Why would he have his people to be full of holy joy?
cc-acp q-crq vmb pns31 vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi av? q-crq vmd pns31 vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1?
(43) part (DIV2)
1283
Page 345
9919
Out of self-respect he would have it to be so, because by reason of the neerness of his union with his people, he hath a kind of share in their comfort.
Out of self-respect he would have it to be so, Because by reason of the nearness of his Union with his people, he hath a kind of share in their Comfort.
av pp-f n1 pns31 vmd vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi av, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 345
9920
As his joy is their joy, according to his own expression in my text, that they may have my ioy fulfilled in themselves:
As his joy is their joy, according to his own expression in my text, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves:
p-acp po31 n1 vbz po32 n1, vvg p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vmb vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32:
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 346
9921
So upon the other side, their joy is his joy. And as there is a social glory of the head and of the members; as the School-expression is;
So upon the other side, their joy is his joy. And as there is a social glory of the head and of the members; as the School-expression is;
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, po32 n1 vbz po31 n1. cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n2; c-acp dt n1 vbz;
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 346
9922
as Christ is glorified in the glory of his people, 2 Thes. 1.12. so there is a social joy of the head and of the members;as christ is glorified in the glory of his people, 2 Thebes 1.12. so there is a social joy of the head and of the members;
p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, crd np1 crd. av a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 346
9923
Christ rejoyceth in the joy of his people. The Comfort of the members redoundeth also to the Comfort of the head.
christ Rejoiceth in the joy of his people. The Comfort of the members redoundeth also to the Comfort of the head.
np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 346
9924
As Christ delights in the prosperity, so in the joy of his people.
As christ delights in the Prosperity, so in the joy of his people.
p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 346
9925
When they are joyfull, he rejoyceth over them with joy, and joyeth over them with singing, as his own expression is, Zeph. 3.17. Christ would have his people to be full of holy joy, to recompence them for their sorrow.
When they Are joyful, he Rejoiceth over them with joy, and Joyeth over them with singing, as his own expression is, Zephaniah 3.17. christ would have his people to be full of holy joy, to recompense them for their sorrow.
c-crq pns32 vbr j, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp vvg, p-acp po31 d n1 vbz, np1 crd. np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1284
Page 346
9926
They are described to be such as mourn, Mat. 5.4. That uses to be first with them, they use to begin there;
They Are described to be such as mourn, Mathew 5.4. That uses to be First with them, they use to begin there;
pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi d c-acp vvi, np1 crd. cst vvz pc-acp vbi ord p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp;
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9927
But then they do not use to end there. And therefore it is added presently, for they shall be comforted.
But then they do not use to end there. And Therefore it is added presently, for they shall be comforted.
cc-acp cs pns32 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp. cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn.
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9928
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted: And Christ would have their comfort to be answerable to their sorrow:Blessed Are they that mourn for they shall be comforted: And christ would have their Comfort to be answerable to their sorrow:
j-vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn: cc np1 vmd vhi po32 n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9929
That as his sufferings have abounded in them, their consolation also may abound by him, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 1.5. Indeed they go forth weeping, bearing pretious seed, as you may see, Psal. 126.6. They sow in showry weather, in a weeping time.That as his sufferings have abounded in them, their consolation also may abound by him, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 1.5. Indeed they go forth weeping, bearing precious seed, as you may see, Psalm 126.6. They sow in showry weather, in a weeping time.
cst p-acp po31 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, po32 n1 av vmb vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. np1 pns32 vvb av vvg, vvg j n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns32 vvb p-acp j n1, p-acp dt j-vvg n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9930
In such a time did David sow the seed of true repentance for his sin;
In such a time did David sow the seed of true Repentance for his since;
p-acp d dt n1 vdd np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9931
he wept so much that he made his bed to swimm, and watered his Couch with his tears:
he wept so much that he made his Bed to swim, and watered his Couch with his tears:
pns31 vvd av av-d cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2:
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9932
In such a time did Peter sow the same see;
In such a time did Peter sow the same see;
p-acp d dt n1 vdd np1 vvb dt d vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9933
in a time of bitter weeping, Mat. 26. ult. But then the harvest makes them ample recompence,
in a time of bitter weeping, Mathew 26. ult. But then the harvest makes them ample recompense,
p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg, np1 crd n1. p-acp av dt n1 vvz pno32 j n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9934
for all the dark and sad and showry weather in the sowing time. They come again with joy, and they bring their sheaves with them.
for all the dark and sad and showry weather in the sowing time. They come again with joy, and they bring their sheaves with them.
p-acp d dt j cc j cc j n1 p-acp dt vvg n1. pns32 vvb av p-acp n1, cc pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp pno32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9935
They scatter it by grains, but they gather it by sheaves; they have twenty, thirty, forty, yea an hundred fold for one.
They scatter it by grains, but they gather it by sheaves; they have twenty, thirty, forty, yea an hundred fold for one.
pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n2; pns32 vhb crd, crd, crd, uh dt crd n1 p-acp pi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1285
Page 346
9936
So that if any now should ask me, You say that Christ would have his people to rejoyce;
So that if any now should ask me, You say that christ would have his people to rejoice;
av cst cs d av vmd vvi pno11, pn22 vvb cst np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9937
but what? would he not have them mourn too? Yes he would have them mourn, but in order to rejoycing.
but what? would he not have them mourn too? Yes he would have them mourn, but in order to rejoicing.
cc-acp q-crq? vmd pns31 xx vhi pno32 vvi av? uh pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp vvg.
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9938
Sorrow is an unperfect passion, and is not for it self, but for some higher use,
Sorrow is an unperfect passion, and is not for it self, but for Some higher use,
n1 vbz dt j n1, cc vbz xx p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp p-acp d jc n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9939
as all the rest of the declining passions or affections are. As hatred is for love, and fear for confidence, so sorrow also is for joy, unto which it is subservient.
as all the rest of the declining passion or affections Are. As hatred is for love, and Fear for confidence, so sorrow also is for joy, unto which it is subservient.
c-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 vbr. p-acp n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp n1, av n1 av vbz p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz fw-fr.
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9940
As lancing is not for it self, but for ease and remedy:
As lancing is not for it self, but for ease and remedy:
p-acp vvg vbz xx p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9941
and as a potion is not properly for sickness (though it cause it for a season) but for health:
and as a potion is not properly for sickness (though it cause it for a season) but for health:
cc c-acp dt n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp n1 (cs pn31 n1 pn31 p-acp dt n1) cc-acp p-acp n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9942
so sorrow is for joy, and joy is the end of sorrow in the Saints. And Christ intends it to be so;
so sorrow is for joy, and joy is the end of sorrow in the Saints. And christ intends it to be so;
av n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2. cc np1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi av;
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9943
You shall be sorrowfull (saith Christ to his Disciples) but your sorrow shall be turned into Joy, John 16.20.You shall be sorrowful (Says christ to his Disciples) but your sorrow shall be turned into Joy, John 16.20.
pn22 vmb vbi j (vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2) p-acp po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9944
He gives to them that mourn in Zion, beauty for ashes, the oil of gladness for mourning, He gives to them that mourn in Zion, beauty for Ashes, the oil of gladness for mourning,
pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1, n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9945
and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, Isa. 61.3. The ransom'd of the Lord go out lamenting, but they return to Zion with Songs and everlasting Joy upon their heads, Isa. 35. ult.and the garment of praise for the Spirit of heaviness, Isaiah 61.3. The ransomed of the Lord go out lamenting, but they return to Zion with Songs and everlasting Joy upon their Heads, Isaiah 35. ult.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. dt vvn pp-f dt n1 vvb av vvg, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n2 cc j n1 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1286
Page 346
9946
Christ would have his people to be full of holy joy, that they may be large in duty.
christ would have his people to be full of holy joy, that they may be large in duty.
np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 346
9947
Sorrow is a kind of straightning the heart;
Sorrow is a kind of straightening the heart;
n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 346
9948
a sad heart is a straigthned heart, it is shut up, it cannot pray, it cannot praise, it can do nothing with enlargement.
a sad heart is a straigthned heart, it is shut up, it cannot pray, it cannot praise, it can do nothing with enlargement.
dt j n1 vbz dt vvn n1, pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, pn31 vmbx vvi, pn31 vmbx vvi, pn31 vmb vdi pix p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 346
9949
And therefore the Apostle calleth mourning NONLATINALPHABET, a contraction of the heart, 2 Cor. 2.4.
And Therefore the Apostle calls mourning, a contraction of the heart, 2 Cor. 2.4.
cc av dt n1 vvz j-vvg, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 346
9950
And I appeal for this to those whose spirits are opprest with sadness and dejection, whether it do not make them indisposed to duty, unfit to hear, unfit to pray,
And I appeal for this to those whose spirits Are oppressed with sadness and dejection, whither it do not make them indisposed to duty, unfit to hear, unfit to pray,
cc pns11 vvb p-acp d p-acp d rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pn31 vdb xx vvi pno32 vvn p-acp n1, j pc-acp vvi, j pc-acp vvi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9951
and in a word unfit for any part of Christs service.
and in a word unfit for any part of Christ service.
cc p-acp dt n1 j p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9952
But holy joy upon the other side dilates the heart, it spreads it, and it widens it,
But holy joy upon the other side dilates the heart, it spreads it, and it widens it,
p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz dt n1, pn31 vvz pn31, cc pn31 vvz pn31,
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9953
and consequently doth not only make it fit for duty, but it makes it large in duty.
and consequently does not only make it fit for duty, but it makes it large in duty.
cc av-j vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 j p-acp n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz pn31 j p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9954
It makes it to abound, and to exceed in every service that is suitable to joy;
It makes it to abound, and to exceed in every service that is suitable to joy;
pn31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9955
It carries it beyond the ordinary rate.
It carries it beyond the ordinary rate.
pn31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9956
And therefore Jesus Christ would have his people to be full of joy, that they may be full of fruit,
And Therefore jesus christ would have his people to be full of joy, that they may be full of fruit,
cc av np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9957
and that they may abound in his service.
and that they may abound in his service.
cc cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1287
Page 347
9958
Is it so that Jesus Christ would have his people full of holy Joy? Then first it serves to censure those who seek to hinder the Joy of Christs people,
Is it so that jesus christ would have his people full of holy Joy? Then First it serves to censure those who seek to hinder the Joy of Christ people,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 j pp-f j n1? av ord pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9959
and to imbitter all their comfort with spitefull molestations, and vexations; who like the Cananites are thorns in their sides, and daggers at their hearts.
and to embitter all their Comfort with spiteful molestations, and vexations; who like the Canaanites Are thorns in their sides, and daggers At their hearts.
cc p-acp jc d po32 n1 p-acp j n2, cc n2; r-crq av-j dt np2 vbr n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9960
Jesus Christ would have his people to rejoice, yea to be full of Joy as their very hearts can hold;
jesus christ would have his people to rejoice, yea to be full of Joy as their very hearts can hold;
np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, uh p-acp vbi j pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j n2 vmb vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9961
but they will not suffer it, but alwayes seek as much as lies in them to interrupt their comfort,
but they will not suffer it, but always seek as much as lies in them to interrupt their Comfort,
cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp av vvi p-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9962
and to disturb their peace and joy.
and to disturb their peace and joy.
cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9963
They disturb them by their persecutions with the hand and with the tongue, and which is worse, they disturb them by their sins;
They disturb them by their persecutions with the hand and with the tongue, and which is Worse, they disturb them by their Sins;
pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq vbz av-jc, pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9964
They rail at holiness and holy men, blaspheme religion, and the name of Christ, of purpose to disquiet and to vex his people, who cannot choose but mourn and weep for these things.
They rail At holiness and holy men, Blaspheme Religion, and the name of christ, of purpose to disquiet and to vex his people, who cannot choose but mourn and weep for these things.
pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc j n2, vvb n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, r-crq vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9965
Just like the Sodomites of whom the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 2.8. who vexed the righteous soul of Lot from day to day with their filthy conversation.
Just like the Sodomites of whom the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 2.8. who vexed the righteous soul of Lot from day to day with their filthy Conversation.
j j dt n2 pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. r-crq vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9966
But yet this difference we may observe, they did not their prodigious villanies of purpose to disquiet Lot (for ought we find) What think we, shall their portion be, my brethren,
But yet this difference we may observe, they did not their prodigious villainies of purpose to disquiet Lot (for ought we find) What think we, shall their portion be, my brothers,
p-acp av d n1 pns12 vmb vvi, pns32 vdd xx po32 j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 (c-acp pi pns12 vvi) q-crq vvb pns12, vmb po32 n1 vbi, po11 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9967
then, who pass the Sodomites in villany, whose wicked deeds are yet set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire?
then, who pass the Sodomites in villainy, whose wicked Deeds Are yet Set forth for an Exampl, suffering the vengeance of Eternal fire?
av, r-crq vvb dt n2 p-acp n1, rg-crq j n2 vbr av vvn av p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1?
(43) part (DIV2)
1288
Page 347
9968
Is it so that Jesus Christ would have his people full of holy Joy? Then in the second place it taxeth such among the Lords people who waste away themselves in heaviness and discontent, who are so far from promoting the design of Christ in this particular, that they rather strive to cross him,
Is it so that jesus christ would have his people full of holy Joy? Then in the second place it Taxes such among the lords people who waste away themselves in heaviness and discontent, who Are so Far from promoting the Design of christ in this particular, that they rather strive to cross him,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 j pp-f j n1? av p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vvz d p-acp dt n2 n1 r-crq n1 av px32 p-acp n1 cc n-jn, r-crq vbr av av-j p-acp j-vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j, cst pns32 av-c vvb pc-acp vvi pno31,
(43) part (DIV2)
1289
Page 347
9969
and even waste away their hearts in pleasing sadness and affected discontent;
and even waste away their hearts in pleasing sadness and affected discontent;
cc av vvb av po32 n2 p-acp j-vvg n1 cc j-vvn n-jn;
(43) part (DIV2)
1289
Page 347
9970
and surely there are many such among Christs own people, who even give themselves over to sorrow,
and surely there Are many such among Christ own people, who even give themselves over to sorrow,
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d d p-acp npg1 d n1, r-crq av vvb px32 p-acp p-acp n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1289
Page 347
9971
and wilfully thrust away this Joy from them.
and wilfully thrust away this Joy from them.
cc av-j vvd av d n1 p-acp pno32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1289
Page 347
9972
Now I beseech you my beloved, consider what the will of Christ is, and let him have his will in this business;
Now I beseech you my Beloved, Consider what the will of christ is, and let him have his will in this business;
av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, cc vvb pno31 vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1289
Page 347
9973
use all means possible to have your hearts brim-full of holy Joy; And to this end I shall prescibe you some directions.
use all means possible to have your hearts brimful of holy Joy; And to this end I shall prescribe you Some directions.
vvb d n2 j pc-acp vhi po22 n2 j pp-f j n1; cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1289
Page 347
9974
Be conversant and studious in the word of Christ.
Be conversant and studious in the word of christ.
vbb j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 347
9975
There is the fountain of living waters, whence every may draw sufficient to refresh his fainting soul in all his troubles and afflictions.
There is the fountain of living waters, whence every may draw sufficient to refresh his fainting soul in all his Troubles and afflictions.
pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, c-crq d vmb vvi j pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 347
9976
The statutes of the Lord are right, saith David, rejoycing the heart, Psal. 19.8.The statutes of the Lord Are right, Says David, rejoicing the heart, Psalm 19.8.
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j-jn, vvz np1, vvg dt n1, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 347
9977
Through comfort of the Scriptures we have hope, saith Paul, Rom. 15.4. (Philosophers indeed have taught us many wayes to fence and fortifie our hearts against sorrow.) But when the Lord shall set afflictions home upon the soul,Through Comfort of the Scriptures we have hope, Says Paul, Rom. 15.4. (Philosophers indeed have taught us many ways to fence and fortify our hearts against sorrow.) But when the Lord shall Set afflictions home upon the soul,
p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pns12 vhb n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. (n2 av vhb vvn pno12 d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1.) p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n2 av-an p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 347
9978
and put a sting into them too, there is nothing in the world that can cement and cheer us,
and put a sting into them too, there is nothing in the world that can cement and cheer us,
cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32 av, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi cc vvi pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 347
9979
but the comfort that is fetched out of the Scriture.
but the Comfort that is fetched out of the Scripture.
cc-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 347
9980
We may run in our distress to other means as Saul when he was with a melancholy humor to the minstrel;
We may run in our distress to other means as Saul when he was with a melancholy humour to the minstrel;
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1 p-acp j-jn n2 c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9981
but we shall find that nothing goes the right way, and that we grasp at nothing but some empty succors of contentment,
but we shall find that nothing Goes the right Way, and that we grasp At nothing but Some empty succors of contentment,
cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst pix vvz dt j-jn n1, cc cst pns12 vvi p-acp pix cc-acp d j n2 pp-f n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9982
unless we comfort our selves with these words, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Thess. 4. ult. David was cut short of nothing that the world could have afforded to revive his drooping spirit;
unless we Comfort our selves with these words, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Thess 4. ult. David was Cut short of nothing that the world could have afforded to revive his drooping Spirit;
cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n2, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd n1. np1 vbds vvn j pp-f pix cst dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9983
yet he professeth freely, that he must have fainted unless he had been staid with better comfort:
yet he Professes freely, that he must have fainted unless he had been stayed with better Comfort:
av pns31 vvz av-j, cst pns31 vmb vhi vvn cs pns31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp jc n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9984
Ʋnless thy Word had been my comfort, I should have perished in my affliction, Psal. 119.92.Ʋnless thy Word had been my Comfort, I should have perished in my affliction, Psalm 119.92.
j po21 n1 vhd vbn po11 n1, pns11 vmd vhi vvn p-acp po11 n1, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9985
And in another place he cries out, Remember thy Word unto thy servant, upon which then hast caused me to hope;
And in Another place he cries out, remember thy Word unto thy servant, upon which then hast caused me to hope;
cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz av, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp r-crq av vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9986
this is my comfort, my only comfort in my trouble, Psal. 119.49, 50. And therefore at this Fountain let us draw if we mean to have comfort;
this is my Comfort, my only Comfort in my trouble, Psalm 119.49, 50. And Therefore At this Fountain let us draw if we mean to have Comfort;
d vbz po11 n1, po11 j n1 p-acp po11 n1, np1 crd, crd cc av p-acp d n1 vvb pno12 vvi cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9987
but chiefly let us wait upon the publick preaching of the Word of God, which is called the Ministry of reconciliation, in which there are divulged glad tidings of good things, which should carry something in the power and efficacy of it to work joy:
but chiefly let us wait upon the public preaching of the Word of God, which is called the Ministry of reconciliation, in which there Are divulged glad tidings of good things, which should carry something in the power and efficacy of it to work joy:
cc-acp av-jn vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbr vvn j n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq vmd vvi pi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9988
For God doth commonly dispense it rather by the way of hearing them by the way of reading the Scriptures:
For God does commonly dispense it rather by the Way of hearing them by the Way of reading the Scriptures:
c-acp np1 vdz av-j vvi pn31 av-c p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n2:
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9989
And hence saith David, Make me to hear of joy and gladness, that so the bones that thou hast broken may rejoyce, Psal. 51.8.
And hence Says David, Make me to hear of joy and gladness, that so the bones that thou hast broken may rejoice, Psalm 51.8.
cc av vvz np1, vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 cc n1, cst av dt n2 cst pns21 vh2 vvn vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9990
It is the Publique Ordinance, it is the Publique Ordinance that is the Interpreter one of a thousand that comforts the dejected soul,
It is the Public Ordinance, it is the Public Ordinance that is the Interpreter one of a thousand that comforts the dejected soul,
pn31 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vbz dt n1 crd pp-f dt crd cst vvz dt j-vvn n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9991
as you may see, Job 33.23.
as you may see, Job 33.23.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1290
Page 348
9992
Imploy your serious thoughts upon the meditation and survey of that delitious place, where there is fulness of all joy and pleasures for evermore, into which you that are Christs, assoon as you are past through the veil of tears, shall enter,
Employ your serious thoughts upon the meditation and survey of that delicious place, where there is fullness of all joy and pleasures for evermore, into which you that Are Christ, As soon as you Are passed through the veil of tears, shall enter,
vvb po22 j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f cst j n1, c-crq a-acp vbz n1 pp-f d n1 cc n2 p-acp av, p-acp r-crq pn22 d vbr npg1, av c-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9993
and there continue and abide for ever:
and there continue and abide for ever:
cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp av:
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9994
There is the place where you shall sigh and weep, and mourn no more, where all your tears will be wiped away from your eyes;
There is the place where you shall sighs and weep, and mourn no more, where all your tears will be wiped away from your eyes;
pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvb av-dx av-dc, c-crq d po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp po22 n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9995
and surely did you think upon this joy with which you shall be filled there to over-flowing, this would preserve you here from being swallowed up with over-much sorrow; we rejoyce, saith the Apostle.
and surely did you think upon this joy with which you shall be filled there to overflowing, this would preserve you Here from being swallowed up with overmuch sorrow; we rejoice, Says the Apostle.
cc av-j vdd pn22 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j, d vmd vvi pn22 av p-acp vbg vvn a-acp p-acp av n1; pns12 vvi, vvz dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9996
How? not in the fruition; No, in the hope of the glory of God, Rom. 15.4.
How? not in the fruition; No, in the hope of the glory of God, Rom. 15.4.
q-crq? xx p-acp dt n1; uh-dx, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9997
Indeed the Saints of God while they compass and carry their afflictions according to their present state, are very pensive and disconsolate,
Indeed the Saints of God while they compass and carry their afflictions according to their present state, Are very pensive and disconsolate,
np1 dt n2 pp-f np1 cs pns32 vvi cc vvi po32 n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n1, vbr av j cc j,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9998
and so at once they do an injury to Christ, who hath reserved such pretious comforts for them in the world to come:
and so At once they do an injury to christ, who hath reserved such precious comforts for them in the world to come:
cc av p-acp a-acp pns32 vdb dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vvn d j n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi:
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
9999
And to themselves who have received good assurance that they shall certainly enjoy them in their season;
And to themselves who have received good assurance that they shall Certainly enjoy them in their season;
cc p-acp px32 q-crq vhb vvn j n1 cst pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10000
but did they walk by faith, and not by sight;
but did they walk by faith, and not by sighed;
cc-acp vdd pns32 vvi p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10001
did they not look so much upon the difficulties that they meet with in the way,
did they not look so much upon the difficulties that they meet with in the Way,
vdd pns32 xx vvi av av-d p-acp dt n2 cst pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10002
but on the things that are not seen, the invisible pleasures of which they shall be made partakers in the end, they should soon find cause enough of joy unspeakable and glorious;
but on the things that Are not seen, the invisible pleasures of which they shall be made partakers in the end, they should soon find cause enough of joy unspeakable and glorious;
cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr xx vvn, dt j n2 pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd av vvi n1 av-d pp-f n1 j cc j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10003
yea, even amidst the greatest tribulation of this present life;
yea, even amid the greatest tribulation of this present life;
uh, av p-acp dt js n1 pp-f d j n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10004
you see how frolike the poor Worldling is, if he have gotten a few thousand pounds,
you see how frolic the poor Worldling is, if he have got a few thousand pounds,
pn22 vvb c-crq j-jn dt j n1 vbz, cs pns31 vhb vvn dt d crd n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10005
and built a goodly house, and bought a little earth about it;
and built a goodly house, and bought a little earth about it;
cc vvd dt j n1, cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp pn31;
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10006
and yet his title to it is so uncertain and unsound, that the very following night for ought he knows, the Lord may turn him out of all,
and yet his title to it is so uncertain and unsound, that the very following night for ought he knows, the Lord may turn him out of all,
cc av po31 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz av j cc j-u, cst dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp pi pns31 vvz, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 av pp-f d,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10007
and take away his soul from him, and make him roar in Hell before the morning.
and take away his soul from him, and make him roar in Hell before the morning.
cc vvb av po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 348
10008
But you who by the hand and seal, and earnest of the Lord himself, have a most certain title to that happiness and joy which neither tongue of men or Angels can express,
But you who by the hand and seal, and earnest of the Lord himself, have a most certain title to that happiness and joy which neither tongue of men or Angels can express,
p-acp pn22 r-crq p-acp dt n1 cc vvi, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 px31, vhb dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq dx n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vmb vvi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 349
10009
if you have but a wicked disobedient child, a froward wife, a sickly body, or a low estate, do waste away your lives in heaviness and discontent,
if you have but a wicked disobedient child, a froward wife, a sickly body, or a low estate, do waste away your lives in heaviness and discontent,
cs pn22 vhb p-acp dt j j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, cc dt j n1, vdb vvi av po22 n2 p-acp n1 cc n-jn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 349
10010
and so you undervalue heaven, and the incomparable riches of Christs mercy to your souls.
and so you undervalue heaven, and the incomparable riches of Christ mercy to your Souls.
cc av pn22 vvi n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po22 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 349
10011
And whence proceedeth this, but from the fleshiness of your corrupt hearts, while you walk by sense only? and therefore I beseech you, take a little pains to make your selves conceive and understand your happiness,
And whence Proceedeth this, but from the fleshiness of your corrupt hearts, while you walk by sense only? and Therefore I beseech you, take a little pains to make your selves conceive and understand your happiness,
cc q-crq vvz d, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j n2, cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1 av-j? cc av pns11 vvb pn22, vvb dt j n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvi cc vvb po22 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 349
10012
and spend a little time upon the contemplation of the blessedness that is reserved for you in the heavens,
and spend a little time upon the contemplation of the blessedness that is reserved for you in the heavens,
cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 349
10013
and this will draw and swallow up your present sorrows and afflictions.
and this will draw and swallow up your present sorrows and afflictions.
cc d vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp po22 j n2 cc n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1291
Page 349
10051
The joy of Christ which he works by his Spirit, hath its matter within, and not without the person rejoycing.
The joy of christ which he works by his Spirit, hath its matter within, and not without the person rejoicing.
dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vhz po31 n1 p-acp, cc xx p-acp dt n1 vvg.
(43) part (DIV2)
1295
Page 350
10052
There be many (my Beloved) That have nothing in themselves, whereof they have a just occasion to rejoyce,
There be many (my beloved) That have nothing in themselves, whereof they have a just occasion to rejoice,
pc-acp vbi d (po11 np1) cst vhb pix p-acp px32, c-crq pns32 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1295
Page 350
10014
Is it so that Jesus Christ would have his people full of holy joy? you then who have your hearts replenished with it, take heed that neither sin nor Satan steal away this Jewel from you, which is the legacy that Christ bequeathed you when he was even about to leave this world.
Is it so that jesus christ would have his people full of holy joy? you then who have your hearts replenished with it, take heed that neither since nor Satan steal away this Jewel from you, which is the legacy that christ bequeathed you when he was even about to leave this world.
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 j pp-f j n1? pn22 av r-crq vhb po22 n2 vvn p-acp pn31, vvb n1 cst dx n1 ccx np1 vvi av d n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvd pn22 c-crq pns31 vbds av a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10015
But first, before I press you any further in this kind, this caution would be fitly interposed;
But First, before I press you any further in this kind, this caution would be fitly interposed;
p-acp ord, c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 d jc p-acp d n1, d n1 vmd vbi av-j vvn;
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10016
be sure the joy you have be Christs joy, the joy which he works by his Spirit, which he would have you to be full of,
be sure the joy you have be Christ joy, the joy which he works by his Spirit, which he would have you to be full of,
vbb j dt n1 pn22 vhb vbi npg1 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pn22 pc-acp vbi j pp-f,
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10017
and that you have his joy fulfilled in your selves;
and that you have his joy fulfilled in your selves;
cc cst pn22 vhb po31 n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10018
for you must know my Brethren, that as there is a kind of joy that is a fruit and effect of the Spirit,
for you must know my Brothers, that as there is a kind of joy that is a fruit and Effect of the Spirit,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi po11 n2, cst c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10019
as the Apostle Paul stiles it, Gal. 5.22. so there is another kind that is a fruit and effect of the flesh;
as the Apostle Paul stile it, Gal. 5.22. so there is Another kind that is a fruit and Effect of the Flesh;
c-acp dt n1 np1 n1 pn31, np1 crd. av a-acp vbz j-jn n1 cst vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10020
there is a laughter that is madness, a rejoycing that is not good, as the Apostle hath it, Jam. 4.16.
there is a laughter that is madness, a rejoicing that is not good, as the Apostle hath it, Jam. 4.16.
pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vbz n1, dt vvg cst vbz xx j, c-acp dt n1 vhz pn31, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10021
And nulla est verior miseria quam falsa laetitia: There is no truer misery then false joy and feigned felicity.
And nulla est verior Miseria quam Falsa Laetitia: There is no truer misery then false joy and feigned felicity.
cc fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 av j n1 cc j-vvn n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10022
A very hypocrite may have his raptures and flashes of exceeding comfort. The second ground you know received the Word of God with joy;
A very hypocrite may have his raptures and flashes of exceeding Comfort. The second ground you know received the Word of God with joy;
dt j n1 vmb vhi po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f j-vvg n1. dt ord n1 pn22 vvb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10023
and those that followed John the Baptist, rejoyced in his sight; and such as after fall away, may find a kind of taste and sweetness in the Word of God,
and those that followed John the Baptist, rejoiced in his sighed; and such as After fallen away, may find a kind of taste and sweetness in the Word of God,
cc d cst vvd np1 dt n1, vvd p-acp po31 n1; cc d c-acp p-acp vvi av, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10024
and in the powers of the world to come.
and in the Powers of the world to come.
cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10025
And therefore we had need to prove the joy and comfort that we have, whether it be Christs joy, the joy which he works in his people by his Spirit.
And Therefore we had need to prove the joy and Comfort that we have, whither it be Christ joy, the joy which he works in his people by his Spirit.
cc av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 cst pns12 vhb, cs pn31 vbi npg1 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10026
The marks to try it may be such as follow.
The marks to try it may be such as follow.
dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 vmb vbi d c-acp vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1292
Page 349
10027
The joy of Christ which he works by his Spirit, is chiefly moved with spiritual things:
The joy of christ which he works by his Spirit, is chiefly moved with spiritual things:
dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-jn vvn p-acp j n2:
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10028
It's true, there is a joy allowable for earthly blessings; as when the Lord vouchsafes us rain and fruitful seasons, and the like;
It's true, there is a joy allowable for earthly blessings; as when the Lord vouchsafes us rain and fruitful seasons, and the like;
pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 j p-acp j n2; c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 vvi cc j n2, cc dt j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10029
in doing so he fills our hearts with joy and gladness, Act. 14.17.
in doing so he fills our hearts with joy and gladness, Act. 14.17.
p-acp vdg av pns31 vvz po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10030
But this is as if we rejoyced not, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 7.30. it is not worthy to be named with the joy that ariseth from the sense of the favour of God and spiritual blessings conferred on our souls.
But this is as if we rejoiced not, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 7.30. it is not worthy to be nam with the joy that arises from the sense of the favour of God and spiritual blessings conferred on our Souls.
p-acp d vbz c-acp cs pns12 vvd xx, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc j n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10031
Here then examine, my Beloved, when your joy is most;
Here then examine, my beloved, when your joy is most;
av av vvi, po11 j-vvn, c-crq po22 n1 vbz ds;
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10032
when you are freed from some affliction, or when you have obtained conquest over some corruption? when inward grace,
when you Are freed from Some affliction, or when you have obtained conquest over Some corruption? when inward grace,
c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, cc c-crq pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp d n1? q-crq j n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10053
and therefore seek it up and down without. And from this kind of joy the Apostle Paul disswadeth as unsound, Gal. 6.4.
and Therefore seek it up and down without. And from this kind of joy the Apostle Paul dissuadeth as unsound, Gal. 6.4.
cc av vvb pn31 a-acp cc a-acp p-acp. cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp j, np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1295
Page 350
10033
or else when outward wealth, when Corn and Wine, and Oyl increaseth? Alas, how evidently do the greatest part of men discover the unfoundness of their joy? who take abundantly more comfort in these outward things, the thriving of their Trades, their speeding of their pleasures and past-times,
or Else when outward wealth, when Corn and Wine, and Oil increases? Alas, how evidently do the greatest part of men discover the unfoundness of their joy? who take abundantly more Comfort in these outward things, the thriving of their Trades, their speeding of their pleasures and Pastimes,
cc av c-crq j n1, c-crq n1 cc n1, cc n1 vvz? np1, c-crq av-j vdi dt js n1 pp-f n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1? q-crq vvb av-j dc n1 p-acp d j n2, dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n2, po32 n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 cc n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10034
then in the thriving of the means of grace, or any other thing that most especially concerns Gods glory or the Churches good? They make it to appear where lies the toot and Fountain of their joy,
then in the thriving of the means of grace, or any other thing that most especially concerns God's glory or the Churches good? They make it to appear where lies the toot and Fountain of their joy,
av p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc d j-jn n1 cst av-ds av-j vvz npg1 n1 cc dt n2 j? pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi c-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10035
and consequently of what kind it is, which if they be deprived of their riches,
and consequently of what kind it is, which if they be deprived of their riches,
cc av-j pp-f r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, r-crq cs pns32 vbb vvn pp-f po32 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 349
10036
or honors, their hearts like Nabal dye within them, their joy is dashed, and their comfort gone.
or honours, their hearts like Nabal die within them, their joy is dashed, and their Comfort gone.
cc n2, po32 n2 av-j np1 vvi p-acp pno32, po32 n1 vbz vvn, cc po32 n1 vvn.
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 350
10037
Whereas the Saint of Christ whose heart is filled with spiritual joy, retains it in a measure in the loss of earthly things,
Whereas the Saint of christ whose heart is filled with spiritual joy, retains it in a measure in the loss of earthly things,
cs dt n1 pp-f np1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n1, vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 350
10038
and professeth with the Prophet Habbakuk, chap. 3.17. Though the fig-tree shall not blossom, neither shall there be any fruit in the Vine,
and Professes with the Prophet Habakkuk, chap. 3.17. Though the Fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall there be any fruit in the Vine,
cc vvz p-acp dt n1 np1, n1 crd. cs dt n1 vmb xx vvi, dx vmb pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 350
10039
if the labour of the Olive fail, and the field yeild no meat;
if the labour of the Olive fail, and the field yield no meat;
cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb, cc dt n1 vvb dx n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 350
10040
if the Flock be cut off from the fold, and there be no Herd in the stall,
if the Flock be Cut off from the fold, and there be no Heard in the stall,
cs dt vvb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 350
10041
yet I will rejoyce in the Lord; yea, I will joy in the God of my salvation. yet I will rejoice in the Lord; yea, I will joy in the God of my salvation.
av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; uh, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1293
Page 350
10042
The joy of Christ which he works by his Spirit, proceeds from a conscience testifying good,
The joy of christ which he works by his Spirit, proceeds from a conscience testifying good,
dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg j,
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10043
and not from a conscience testifying nothing.
and not from a conscience testifying nothing.
cc xx p-acp dt n1 vvg pix.
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10044
For our rejoycing, saith the Apostle, is this, the testimony of our conscience, 2 Cor. 1.12.For our rejoicing, Says the Apostle, is this, the testimony of our conscience, 2 Cor. 1.12.
p-acp po12 vvg, vvz dt n1, vbz d, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, crd np1 crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10045
There is as Barnard stiles it, Conscientia mala & quieta, an evill conscience that is quiet, which being lulled asleep by Satan, saith nothing to disquiet him that owns it,
There is as Barnard stile it, Conscientia mala & Quieta, an evil conscience that is quiet, which being lulled asleep by Satan, Says nothing to disquiet him that owns it,
pc-acp vbz p-acp np1 n1 pn31, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, dt j-jn n1 cst vbz j-jn, r-crq vbg vvn j p-acp np1, vvz pix pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vvz pn31,
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10046
and so he lives as jocund and as metry for a time as he whose heart most really acquitteth him from any thing that may disturb or interrupt his joy.
and so he lives as jocund and as metry for a time as he whose heart most really acquitteth him from any thing that may disturb or interrupt his joy.
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp j cc a-acp zz p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 rg-crq n1 ds av-j vvz pno31 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10047
But yet this kind of comfort, beause it comes from nothing else but a Vacation in the Court of Conscience, (if I may call it so) a respit of the accusations there, is most uncertain and unfound.
But yet this kind of Comfort, Because it comes from nothing Else but a Vacation in the Court of Conscience, (if I may call it so) a respite of the accusations there, is most uncertain and unfound.
p-acp av d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pix av cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (cs pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av) dt n1 pp-f dt n2 a-acp, vbz av-ds j cc j.
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10048
Assoon as term begins again, when Satan as he seeth occasion, shall set the sins of such a man before his face,
As soon as term begins again, when Satan as he sees occasion, shall Set the Sins of such a man before his face,
av p-acp n1 vvz av, c-crq np1 c-acp pns31 vvz n1, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10049
when conscience shall awaken and accuse, that joy and comfort will be turned into sorrow, yea into such tormenting pangs of horror, that no tongue is able to express.
when conscience shall awaken and accuse, that joy and Comfort will be turned into sorrow, yea into such tormenting pangs of horror, that no tongue is able to express.
c-crq n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, cst n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, uh p-acp d j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, cst dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10050
But if thy joy arise from a conscience testifying good, that in simplicity and sincerity of heart, thou hast had thy conversation in the world, this is the joy that Christ would have fulfilled in thee.
But if thy joy arise from a conscience testifying good, that in simplicity and sincerity of heart, thou hast had thy Conversation in the world, this is the joy that christ would have fulfilled in thee.
p-acp cs po21 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg j, cst p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vh2 vhd po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbz dt n1 cst np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno21.
(43) part (DIV2)
1294
Page 350
10054
Let every man prove his own work, and he shall have rejoycing in himself alone, and not in another. Let every man prove his own work, and he shall have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in Another.
vvb d n1 vvi po31 d n1, cc pns31 vmb vhi vvg p-acp px31 av-j, cc xx p-acp j-jn.
(43) part (DIV2)
1295
Page 350
10055
Now men are said to rejoyce in another, especially in two cases:
Now men Are said to rejoice in Another, especially in two cases:
av n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, av-j p-acp crd n2:
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10056
As first, when they compare themselves with such as are extremely vitious and prophane, and finding that themselves are not so bad as many others are, they cheer and comfort up themselves with this,
As First, when they compare themselves with such as Are extremely vicious and profane, and finding that themselves Are not so bad as many Others Are, they cheer and Comfort up themselves with this,
c-acp ord, c-crq pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d c-acp vbr av-jn j cc j, cc vvg cst px32 vbr xx av j c-acp d n2-jn vbr, pns32 vvb cc vvi a-acp px32 p-acp d,
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10057
as the Pharisee did, I thank thee God, saith he, that I am no extortioner, &c. I am not as other men are,
as the Pharisee did, I thank thee God, Says he, that I am no extortioner, etc. I am not as other men Are,
c-acp dt np1 vdd, pns11 vvb pno21 np1, vvz pns31, cst pns11 vbm dx n1, av pns11 vbm xx c-acp j-jn n2 vbr,
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10058
nor as this Publican, Luk. 18.11. and yet they may be bad enough for all this.nor as this Publican, Luk. 18.11. and yet they may be bad enough for all this.
ccx p-acp d n1, np1 crd. cc av pns32 vmb vbi j av-d p-acp d d.
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10059
And secondly, when men take comfort only in the good opinion that others have conceived of them,
And secondly, when men take Comfort only in the good opinion that Others have conceived of them,
cc ord, c-crq n2 vvb n1 av-j p-acp dt j n1 cst n2-jn vhb vvn pp-f pno32,
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10060
and not in any good that hath a true and real being in themselves.
and not in any good that hath a true and real being in themselves.
cc xx p-acp d j cst vhz dt j cc j vbg p-acp px32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10061
And this St. Paul suggesteth is a false deceitful joy, and therefore presseth every man to prove his own work, to sift and try his own actions;
And this Saint Paul suggests is a false deceitful joy, and Therefore Presseth every man to prove his own work, to sift and try his own actions;
cc d n1 np1 vvz vbz dt j j n1, cc av vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 d n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10062
and if on tryal they be good indeed, then he hath ground and matter to rejoyce in himself and not in another
and if on trial they be good indeed, then he hath ground and matter to rejoice in himself and not in Another
cc cs p-acp n1 pns32 vbb j av, cs pns31 vhz n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb p-acp px31 cc xx p-acp j-jn
(43) part (DIV2)
1296
Page 350
10063
And now my Brethren, are there not too many such among us, who when they look on drunkards, whoremongers, blasphemers,
And now my Brothers, Are there not too many such among us, who when they look on drunkards, whoremongers, blasphemers,
cc av po11 n2, vbr pc-acp xx av d d p-acp pno12, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2, n2, n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 350
10064
and men of the most infamous and vitious lives, that pass them and exceed them in prophaness, take joy and comfort in themselves,
and men of the most infamous and vicious lives, that pass them and exceed them in profaneness, take joy and Comfort in themselves,
cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2, cst vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, vvb n1 cc vvi p-acp px32,
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10065
but never prove their own works, their own lives.
but never prove their own works, their own lives.
cc-acp av-x vvb po32 d n2, po32 d n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10066
And thus while they compare themselves with others more loose and vitious then themselves, they rejoyce in another and not in themselves;
And thus while they compare themselves with Others more lose and vicious then themselves, they rejoice in Another and not in themselves;
cc av cs pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n2-jn av-dc j cc j cs px32, pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn cc xx p-acp px32;
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10067
they think themselves are very good, because others are more evil. And even as Jerusalem justified Sodom, Ezek. 16.5. so drunkards and adulterers justifie them, and are occasion of their joy.
they think themselves Are very good, Because Others Are more evil. And even as Jerusalem justified Sodom, Ezekiel 16.5. so drunkards and Adulterers justify them, and Are occasion of their joy.
pns32 vvb px32 vbr av j, c-acp n2-jn vbr av-dc j-jn. cc av c-acp np1 vvn np1, np1 crd. av n2 cc n2 vvi pno32, cc vbr n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10068
Others there are who finding that they have obtained a good opinion and repute with others,
Others there Are who finding that they have obtained a good opinion and repute with Others,
n2-jn pc-acp vbr r-crq vvg cst pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10069
and that they are approved by men of judgement, and of conscience too, are comforted in this exceedingly;
and that they Are approved by men of judgement, and of conscience too, Are comforted in this exceedingly;
cc cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 av, vbr vvn p-acp d av-vvg;
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10070
and here is the foundation of their Joy:
and Here is the Foundation of their Joy:
cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10071
Oh such a godly man, or such a Minister approves of them, and is familiar to them;
O such a godly man, or such a Minister approves of them, and is familiar to them;
uh d dt j n1, cc d dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32, cc vbz j-jn p-acp pno32;
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10072
and hence it comes to pass that when they once begin to lose the good opinion and conceit of men, they are like persons stracken in the head, their joy is blasted and their comfort gone,
and hence it comes to pass that when they once begin to loose the good opinion and conceit of men, they Are like Persons stracken in the head, their joy is blasted and their Comfort gone,
cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst c-crq pns32 a-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vbr j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 vbz vvn cc po32 n1 vvn,
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10073
because the ground and matter of it was without, and not within. O then let us endeavour my Beloved, to have our comfort in our selves;
Because the ground and matter of it was without, and not within. O then let us endeavour my beloved, to have our Comfort in our selves;
c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbds p-acp, cc xx p-acp. sy av vvb pno12 vvi po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vhi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2;
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10151
The Law comes in with a black bill against us, layes very heavy things to our charge,
The Law comes in with a black bill against us, lays very heavy things to our charge,
dt n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, vvz av j n2 p-acp po12 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10074
and if it have a spring and fountain in the heart, it will not fail; there will be a sufficient supply of joy and comfort there, though men neglect us,
and if it have a spring and fountain in the heart, it will not fail; there will be a sufficient supply of joy and Comfort there, though men neglect us,
cc cs pn31 vhb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi; pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi a-acp, cs n2 vvb pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10075
and cast away their good opinion of us:
and cast away their good opinion of us:
cc vvd av po32 j n1 pp-f pno12:
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10076
Whereas if it proceed from that which is without us, it will be like a standing Pool that is not nourished with the Spring,
Whereas if it proceed from that which is without us, it will be like a standing Pool that is not nourished with the Spring,
cs cs pn31 vvb p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp pno12, pn31 vmb vbi av-j dt j-vvg n1 cst vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10077
but with a sodain fall of rain; assoon as heat of Summer comes, away it dryeth and is seen no more.
but with a sudden fallen of rain; As soon as heat of Summer comes, away it drieth and is seen no more.
cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; av c-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz, av pn31 vvz cc vbz vvn av-dx av-dc.
(43) part (DIV2)
1297
Page 351
10078
And now my Brethren, having proved your joy, and found it to be right, the joy of Christ, which he would have to be fulfilled in you, preserve it as your lives,
And now my Brothers, having proved your joy, and found it to be right, the joy of christ, which he would have to be fulfilled in you, preserve it as your lives,
cc av po11 n2, vhg vvn po22 n1, cc vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi j-jn, dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22, vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10079
and see that neither sin nor Satan steal away this jewel from you;
and see that neither since nor Satan steal away this jewel from you;
cc vvb cst dx n1 ccx np1 vvi av d n1 p-acp pn22;
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10080
and to this end, you must especially beware of sinning against Conscience, which is the subject and the seat of joy.
and to this end, you must especially beware of sinning against Conscience, which is the Subject and the seat of joy.
cc p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb av-j vvi pp-f vvg p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10081
As long as you do well to Conscience, Conscience will say well to you;
As long as you do well to Conscience, Conscience will say well to you;
p-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vdb av p-acp n1, np1-n vmb vvi av p-acp pn22;
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10082
but if you wound your Conscience with the guilt of sin, Conscience will wound you with the horror and the sting of sin;
but if you wound your Conscience with the guilt of since, Conscience will wound you with the horror and the sting of since;
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10083
and if by sinning against light you waste your Conscience in regard of grace, Conscience will waste you in regard of peace and comfort:
and if by sinning against Light you waste your Conscience in regard of grace, Conscience will waste you in regard of peace and Comfort:
cc cs p-acp vvg p-acp n1 pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10084
yea, it may set you on the rack of such affrightments as no tongue is sufficient to express.
yea, it may Set you on the rack of such affrightments as no tongue is sufficient to express.
uh, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10085
What was the cause that David cryed so often in his bones, and in his heart, that they were broken, that it was melted in the midst of his bowels,
What was the cause that David cried so often in his bones, and in his heart, that they were broken, that it was melted in the midst of his bowels,
q-crq vbds dt n1 cst np1 vvd av av p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vbdr vvn, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10086
but because he sinned so grosly against the light of his own understanding, and the convictions of his own conscience? But if in sincerity you have your conversation in the world, this will be your rejoycing.
but Because he sinned so grossly against the Light of his own understanding, and the convictions of his own conscience? But if in sincerity you have your Conversation in the world, this will be your rejoicing.
cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1? p-acp cs p-acp n1 pn22 vhb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1, d vmb vbi po22 vvg.
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10087
And if you walk according to the rule, peace shall be upon you as upon the Israel of God.
And if you walk according to the Rule, peace shall be upon you as upon the Israel of God.
cc cs pn22 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 a-acp p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10088
This joy of Christ shall be fulfilled in you, and your joy shall none take from you.
This joy of christ shall be fulfilled in you, and your joy shall none take from you.
d n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, cc po22 n1 vmb pix vvi p-acp pn22.
(43) part (DIV2)
1298
Page 351
10089
And thus we have dispatched the first and second Observation; Christ is the Author and Original of the joy of his people;
And thus we have dispatched the First and second Observation; christ is the Author and Original of the joy of his people;
cc av pns12 vhb vvn dt ord cc ord n1; np1 vbz dt n1 cc j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1299
Page 351
10090
Jesus Christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
jesus christ would have his people to be full of holy joy.
np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1299
Page 351
10091
DOCTRINE 3. Their clear and perfect knowledge of his intercession for them, is one especial means to fill them full of this joy.DOCTRINE 3. Their clear and perfect knowledge of his Intercession for them, is one especial means to fill them full of this joy.
n1 crd po32 j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 j pp-f d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1299
Page 352
10092
It is the means our Saviour uses in my text, and certainly it is available to this end.
It is the means our Saviour uses in my text, and Certainly it is available to this end.
pn31 vbz dt n2 po12 n1 vvz p-acp po11 n1, cc av-j pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1300
Page 352
10093
That he might cheer the hearts of his Disciples, and replenish them with comfort, he lets them hear him pleading for them to his Father.
That he might cheer the hearts of his Disciples, and replenish them with Comfort, he lets them hear him pleading for them to his Father.
cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi pno31 vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1300
Page 352
10152
and taxes us with many grievous violations of it, which we are no way able to deny;
and Taxes us with many grievous violations of it, which we Are no Way able to deny;
cc vvz pno12 p-acp d j n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq pns12 vbr dx n1 j pc-acp vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10094
He doth it in their presence, and while they are listning to him, as being very well assured that this will make their joy abound, and overflow the banks.
He does it in their presence, and while they Are listening to him, as being very well assured that this will make their joy abound, and overflow the banks.
pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp po32 n1, cc cs pns32 vbr vvg p-acp pno31, c-acp vbg av av vvn cst d vmb vvi po32 n1 vvi, cc vvi dt n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1300
Page 352
10095
And this is the account he gives his Father of the business, having been very earnest with him to keep them through his own name,
And this is the account he gives his Father of the business, having been very earnest with him to keep them through his own name,
cc d vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 pp-f dt n1, vhg vbn av j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1300
Page 352
10096
as he himself had done, as long as he had been among them, and urged many things in their behalf.
as he himself had done, as long as he had been among them, and urged many things in their behalf.
c-acp pns31 px31 vhd vdn, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vhd vbn p-acp pno32, cc vvd d n2 p-acp po32 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1300
Page 352
10097
These things, saith he, I speak in the world, before I come away to thee, I speak them here among these men for whom I am a Suitor to thee, in the ears of my Apostles and Disciples, who are by and listen to me, that being witnesses themselves to my importunate and earnest intercession for them, they may by this means, have my joy fulfilled in themselves. True, you will say;These things, Says he, I speak in the world, before I come away to thee, I speak them Here among these men for whom I am a Suitor to thee, in the ears of my Apostles and Disciples, who Are by and listen to me, that being Witnesses themselves to my importunate and earnest Intercession for them, they may by this means, have my joy fulfilled in themselves. True, you will say;
d n2, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvb av p-acp pno21, pns11 vvb pno32 av p-acp d n2 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr p-acp cc vvi p-acp pno11, cst vbg n2 px32 p-acp po11 j cc j n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb p-acp d n2, vhb po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32. j, pn22 vmb vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1300
Page 352
10098
this was an extraordinary comfort to them for the present;
this was an extraordinary Comfort to them for the present;
d vbds dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1301
Page 352
10099
but what was this to them after Christ was gone from them? Or what it this to us in these times?
but what was this to them After christ was gone from them? Or what it this to us in these times?
cc-acp q-crq vbds d p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32? cc q-crq pn31 d p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2?
(43) part (DIV2)
1301
Page 352
10100
Yes, my beloved, it was much to them, even after Christs departure for the fulfilling of their joy:
Yes, my Beloved, it was much to them, even After Christ departure for the fulfilling of their joy:
uh, po11 j-vvn, pn31 vbds av-d p-acp pno32, av c-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10101
For when he was ascended into heaven, they could on all occasions, reflect upon the prayer that they heard him make in their behalf,
For when he was ascended into heaven, they could on all occasions, reflect upon the prayer that they herd him make in their behalf,
c-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmd p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp po32 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10102
while he was conversant upon the earth:
while he was conversant upon the earth:
cs pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10103
when they were in any fear or any danger, when they were even ready to be overcome with grief and sorrow, they could consider with themselves, We perfectly remember that while our Master was among us, we heard him earnestly beseech his Father for us, that he would keep us,
when they were in any Fear or any danger, when they were even ready to be overcome with grief and sorrow, they could Consider with themselves, We perfectly Remember that while our Master was among us, we herd him earnestly beseech his Father for us, that he would keep us,
c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp d n1 cc d n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp px32, pns12 av-j vvb cst cs po12 n1 vbds p-acp pno12, pns12 vvd pno31 av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10104
and that he would Comfort us, and that he would Sanctifie us, and that he would save us, (as all those things and many more you shall observe along the Current of his prayer here,) and we shall surely find the fruit of it in such a time as this is.
and that he would Comfort us, and that he would Sanctify us, and that he would save us, (as all those things and many more you shall observe along the Current of his prayer Here,) and we shall surely find the fruit of it in such a time as this is.
cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12, cc cst pns31 vmd vvb pno12, cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12, (c-acp d d n2 cc av-d av-dc pn22 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av,) cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10105
Yea, we have reason to believe that what he did for us, in a way of intercession,
Yea, we have reason to believe that what he did for us, in a Way of Intercession,
uh, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10106
while he was here upon the earth, he doth the same in heaven to this day,
while he was Here upon the earth, he does thee same in heaven to this day,
cs pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz pno32 d p-acp n1 p-acp d n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10107
and will do till we follow him to that place.
and will do till we follow him to that place.
cc vmb vdi c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp d n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10108
And why then should we not be cheerfull in the midst of these troubles? And this our Saviour cleerly aims at in the words, These things speak I in the world,
And why then should we not be cheerful in the midst of these Troubles? And this our Saviour clearly aims At in the words, These things speak I in the world,
cc q-crq av vmd pns12 xx vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2? cc d po12 n1 av-j vvz p-acp p-acp dt n2, d n2 vvb pns11 p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10109
while I am yet among them, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves: while I am yet among them, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves:
cs pns11 vbm av p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vhi po11 n1 vvn p-acp px32:
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10110
That hearing what I do now while I am here, they might a little guess what I am like to do hereafter,
That hearing what I do now while I am Here, they might a little guess what I am like to do hereafter,
d n-vvg r-crq pns11 vdb av cs pns11 vbm av, pns32 vmd dt j n1 r-crq pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi av,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10417
So if they find it in the least degree; they will be sure to make the most of it.
So if they find it in the least degree; they will be sure to make the most of it.
av cs pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt ds n1; pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f pn31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10111
when I am once sate down at the right hand of my Father to be an everlasting Intercessor or for them;
when I am once sat down At the right hand of my Father to be an everlasting Intercessor or for them;
c-crq pns11 vbm a-acp vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc p-acp pno32;
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10112
and therefore might be full of comfort, yea though I am departing from them, while they consider with themselves,
and Therefore might be full of Comfort, yea though I am departing from them, while they Consider with themselves,
cc av vmd vbi j pp-f n1, uh cs pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvb p-acp px32,
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10113
If he do so much now, surely when he comes to heaven, he will do much more.
If he do so much now, surely when he comes to heaven, he will do much more.
cs pns31 vdb av av-d av, av-j c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vdi d dc.
(43) part (DIV2)
1302
Page 352
10114
And as for us who live in these times, it is a means to fill us full of comfort too, Christs speaking these things in the world,
And as for us who live in these times, it is a means to fill us full of Comfort too, Christ speaking these things in the world,
cc c-acp p-acp pno12 r-crq vvb p-acp d n2, pn31 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 j pp-f n1 av, npg1 vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 352
10115
and so giving us a taste of his future intercession:
and so giving us a taste of his future Intercession:
cc av vvg pno12 dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10116
For hence it comes to pass that this prayer of our Saviour being uttered in the ears of his Apostles, it is pend accordingly,
For hence it comes to pass that this prayer of our Saviour being uttered in the ears of his Apostles, it is pend accordingly,
c-acp av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, pn31 vbz vvn av-vvg,
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10117
and left upon record in Scripture.
and left upon record in Scripture.
cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10118
And so we have a specimen, a form, a modell of our Saviours intercession for his people, which he hath left behind him,
And so we have a specimen, a from, a model of our Saviors Intercession for his people, which he hath left behind him,
cc av pns12 vhb dt n2, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31,
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10119
for us to look upon on all occasions, and to gather comfort from.
for us to look upon on all occasions, and to gather Comfort from.
p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp.
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10120
What he doth in heaven for us, we are not able fully and exactly to discover.
What he does in heaven for us, we Are not able Fully and exactly to discover.
r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr xx j av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10121
But this he did on earth before he went;
But this he did on earth before he went;
p-acp d pns31 vdd p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vvd;
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10122
he did it openly, and there is a memorial of it, for ever, in the Church.
he did it openly, and there is a memorial of it, for ever, in the Church.
pns31 vdd pn31 av-j, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp av, p-acp dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10123
And by this we may conjecture what he doth in heaven for his people at this day,
And by this we may conjecture what he does in heaven for his people At this day,
cc p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10124
and will do to the worlds end.
and will do to the world's end.
cc vmb vdi p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10125
For certainly he is not less regardfull of them now in Heaven (which is the most proper place of acting the second part of his Mediatorship which consists in intercession) then he was upon the earth.
For Certainly he is not less regardful of them now in Heaven (which is the most proper place of acting the second part of his Mediatorship which consists in Intercession) then he was upon the earth.
p-acp av-j pns31 vbz xx av-dc j pp-f pno32 av p-acp n1 (r-crq vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vvg dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1) cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1303
Page 353
10126
So that whatever our Condition be, how sad or sorrowfull soever, if we would know our Saviours intercession what it is for us in heaven, we may survey this counterpane thereof on earth, which is recorded for this very end, That we may have an exemplar,
So that whatever our Condition be, how sad or sorrowful soever, if we would know our Saviors Intercession what it is for us in heaven, we may survey this counterpane thereof on earth, which is recorded for this very end, That we may have an exemplar,
av cst r-crq po12 n1 vbi, c-crq j cc j av, cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 ng1 n1 r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 av p-acp n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, cst pns12 vmb vhi dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1304
Page 353
10127
and a pattern of it continually lying by us in the Scripture to have recourse unto,
and a pattern of it continually lying by us in the Scripture to have recourse unto,
cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp,
(43) part (DIV2)
1304
Page 353
10128
and to fetch overflowing comforts from in all cases.
and to fetch overflowing comforts from in all cases.
cc pc-acp vvi j-vvg n2 p-acp p-acp d n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1304
Page 353
10129
Now to cleer this a little further to you, I shall proceed to shew you in a few particulars, that the perfect knowledge of our Saviours intercession is one especial means to fill his people full of holy joy.
Now to clear this a little further to you, I shall proceed to show you in a few particulars, that the perfect knowledge of our Saviors Intercession is one especial means to fill his people full of holy joy.
av pc-acp vvi d dt j av-jc p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j, cst dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j pp-f j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1305
Page 353
10130
It is a means to comfort them exceedingly in reference to all the oppositions of their enemies,
It is a means to Comfort them exceedingly in Referente to all the oppositions of their enemies,
pn31 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10131
whether without them or within them.
whither without them or within them.
cs p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32.
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10150
The knowledge of our Saviours Intercession for his people, is a means to comfort them in reference to all the accusations that are laid against us at the barr of Gods justice.
The knowledge of our Saviors Intercession for his people, is a means to Comfort them in Referente to all the accusations that Are laid against us At the bar of God's Justice.
dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10132
Do you not think it was a comfort to the Host of Israel, when they had got a Champion to stand up for them, against the daring insolencies of Goliah, who had so long defied the armies of the living God? It made them even shout for joy.
Do you not think it was a Comfort to the Host of Israel, when they had god a Champion to stand up for them, against the daring insolences of Goliath, who had so long defied the armies of the living God? It made them even shout for joy.
vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd av av-j vvn dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1? pn31 vvd pno32 av n1 p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10133
And so it is a comfort to the poor soul, when he hath been long contending with the world which sets upon him mightily with all its blandishments and its allurements on the one side,
And so it is a Comfort to the poor soul, when he hath been long contending with the world which sets upon him mightily with all its blandishments and its allurements on the one side,
cc av pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vbn av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp d po31 n2 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt crd n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10134
and with its threats and persecutions on the other side, and with the Devil who furiously assaults him with his fiery darts,
and with its Treats and persecutions on the other side, and with the devil who furiously assaults him with his fiery darts,
cc p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-j vvz pno31 p-acp po31 j n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10135
and his violent temptations, and with his own corruptions and his lusts, that warr against the soul as the Apostle speaks:
and his violent temptations, and with his own corruptions and his Lustiest, that war against the soul as the Apostle speaks:
cc po31 j n2, cc p-acp po31 d n2 cc po31 n2, cst n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz:
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10136
And when he is about to faint and sink away, he considers with himself, Why though I have all these against me,
And when he is about to faint and sink away, he considers with himself, Why though I have all these against me,
cc c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, pns31 vvz p-acp px31, q-crq cs pns11 vhb d d p-acp pno11,
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10137
yet I have Jesus Christ for me, and he is pleading-hard on my behalf, that I may not have the worst in these Encounters,
yet I have jesus christ for me, and he is pleading-hard on my behalf, that I may not have the worst in these Encounters,
av pns11 vhb np1 np1 p-acp pno11, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb xx vhi dt js p-acp d vvz,
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10138
but that I may be more then a Conqueror.
but that I may be more then a Conqueror.
cc-acp cst pns11 vmb vbi av-dc cs dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10139
I seem to hear him saying to me, These enemies of thine have desired to winnow thee,
I seem to hear him saying to me, These enemies of thine have desired to winnow thee,
pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg p-acp pno11, d n2 pp-f png21 vhb vvd pc-acp vvi pno21,
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10140
and to destroy thee, but I have prayed for thee that thy faith may not fail;
and to destroy thee, but I have prayed for thee that thy faith may not fail;
cc pc-acp vvi pno21, p-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 d po21 n1 vmb xx vvi;
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10141
Thy courage and thy strength may fail a little, but thy faith shall never fail.
Thy courage and thy strength may fail a little, but thy faith shall never fail.
po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vmb vvi dt j, cc-acp po21 n1 vmb av-x vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10142
When Christ was here upon the earth, he earnestly besought his Father for me, that he would keep me through his own name:
When christ was Here upon the earth, he earnestly besought his Father for me, that he would keep me through his own name:
c-crq np1 vbds av p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno11, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp po31 d n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10143
and what he did on earth, I know he doth in heaven much more; and he cannot be denyed.
and what he did on earth, I know he does in heaven much more; and he cannot be denied.
cc r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp n1, pns11 vvb pns31 vdz p-acp n1 av-d av-dc; cc pns31 vmbx vbi vvn.
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10144
So that I am as safe as the Almighty power of God can make me. Oh what a matchless comfort and encouragement is this!
So that I am as safe as the Almighty power of God can make me. O what a matchless Comfort and encouragement is this!
av cst pns11 vbm a-acp j c-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno11. uh q-crq dt j n1 cc n1 vbz d!
(43) part (DIV2)
1306
Page 353
10145
The poor perplexed soul but now was tossing on the boystrous waters of violent temptations, and of raging passions, and of furious lusts, and even ready to be cast away:
The poor perplexed soul but now was tossing on the boisterous waters of violent temptations, and of raging passion, and of furious Lustiest, and even ready to be cast away:
dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp av vbds vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f j-vvg n2, cc pp-f j n2, cc av j pc-acp vbi vvn av:
(43) part (DIV2)
1307
Page 353
10146
But now as David speaks, the soul is glad because it is at rest, and it is brought to the desired haven.
But now as David speaks, the soul is glad Because it is At rest, and it is brought to the desired Haven.
cc-acp av c-acp np1 vvz, dt n1 vbz j c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1307
Page 354
10147
Ah my beloved, when a man who is mightily assaulted by corruptions and temptations, and persecutions and afflictions,
Ah my Beloved, when a man who is mightily assaulted by corruptions and temptations, and persecutions and afflictions,
uh po11 j-vvn, c-crq dt n1 r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2 cc n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1307
Page 354
10148
and when the stones and buffets are about his soul, can look up as Stephen did, Acts 7.56. and see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing at the right hand of God, this cannot choose but fill him full of comfort.
and when the stones and buffets Are about his soul, can look up as Stephen did, Acts 7.56. and see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing At the right hand of God, this cannot choose but fill him full of Comfort.
cc c-crq dt n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp np1 vdd, vvz crd. cc vvi dt n2 vvd, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, d vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi pno31 j pp-f n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1307
Page 354
10149
Nay sayes the soul, If thou art there pleading for me to the Father, and standing up in my defence, I know it is impossible that I should perish or miscarry.
Nay sayes the soul, If thou art there pleading for me to the Father, and standing up in my defence, I know it is impossible that I should perish or miscarry.
uh-x zz dt n1, cs pns21 vb2r a-acp vvg p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg a-acp p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j cst pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi.
(43) part (DIV2)
1307
Page 354
10153
Sathan for his part, is the grand accuser of the brethren, and he objecteth heynous things against us,Sathan for his part, is the grand accuser of the brothers, and he Objecteth heinous things against us,
np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10154
and layes it on with full load; And then our consciences perhaps accuse us, as fast as any of the other two.
and lays it on with full load; And then our Consciences perhaps accuse us, as fast as any of the other two.
cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp j n1; cc av po12 n2 av vvb pno12, c-acp av-j c-acp d pp-f dt j-jn crd.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10155
They are not able to gainsay the allegations, either of Sathan or the Law, but are forced to acknowledge, that all the curses that are written in the Book of God, are very justly due to us.
They Are not able to gainsay the allegations, either of Sathan or the Law, but Are forced to acknowledge, that all the curses that Are written in the Book of God, Are very justly due to us.
pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n2, d pp-f np1 cc dt n1, cc-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cst d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr av av-j j-jn p-acp pno12.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10156
What shall we do, or how shall we keep up our hearts from sinking into utter desperation in such a case as this is? As for our parts, we have nothing to alledge in,
What shall we do, or how shall we keep up our hearts from sinking into utter desperation in such a case as this is? As for our parts, we have nothing to allege in,
q-crq vmb pns12 vdi, cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp j n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? p-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10157
or of, or from our selves, why the sentence of the Law should not be pronounced against us;
or of, or from our selves, why the sentence of the Law should not be pronounced against us;
cc a-acp, cc p-acp po12 n2, q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp pno12;
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10158
But this is that which fills us full of Comfort, that Jesus Christ hath enough to say for us,
But this is that which fills us full of Comfort, that jesus christ hath enough to say for us,
cc-acp d vbz d r-crq vvz pno12 j pp-f n1, cst np1 np1 vhz d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10159
and that he sits in heaven for this very end to make intercession for us,
and that he sits in heaven for this very end to make Intercession for us,
cc cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10160
when any thing comes in against us there, to appear in our behalf, and to plead our cause.
when any thing comes in against us there, to appear in our behalf, and to plead our cause.
c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno12 pc-acp, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10161
If any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, saith the Apostle, 1 John 2.2. and he is the propitiation for our sins. If any man since, we have an Advocate with the Father, Says the Apostle, 1 John 2.2. and he is the propitiation for our Sins.
cs d n1 n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. cc pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10162
We have such an Advocate as is a propitiation:
We have such an Advocate as is a propitiation:
pns12 vhb d dt n1 c-acp vbz dt n1:
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10163
So that when Sathan, and when sin accuses, and makes a dreadfull noise against us, he can wipe all off again with one word: Saith he.
So that when Sathan, and when since accuses, and makes a dreadful noise against us, he can wipe all off again with one word: Says he.
av cst c-crq np1, cc c-crq n1 vvz, cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vmb vvi d a-acp av p-acp crd n1: vvz pns31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10164
This person hath offended, I confess;
This person hath offended, I confess;
d n1 vhz vvn, pns11 vvb;
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10165
but what of that? There is a full propitiation made, it is well known that I have done it;
but what of that? There is a full propitiation made, it is well known that I have done it;
cc-acp q-crq pp-f d? pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvd, pn31 vbz av vvn cst pns11 vhb vdn pn31;
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10166
and what hath any one to say to this man? If he have out-sinned my satisfaction, even let him be condemned.
and what hath any one to say to this man? If he have outsin my satisfaction, even let him be condemned.
cc q-crq vhz d pi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1? cs pns31 vhb j po11 n1, av vvb pno31 vbi vvn.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10167
But if not, let him be acquitted;
But if not, let him be acquitted;
p-acp cs xx, vvb pno31 vbi vvn;
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10168
or what do I sit here for? How can this choose but ravish and transport the soul into an Extasie of joy,
or what do I fit Here for? How can this choose but ravish and transport the soul into an Ecstasy of joy,
cc q-crq vdb pns11 vvi av p-acp? q-crq vmb d vvi cc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10169
and make it to triumph with the Apostle, Rom. 8.33. Who can lay anything to my charge? who is he that condemneth? Let me but see the man that durst to do it.
and make it to triumph with the Apostle, Rom. 8.33. Who can lay anything to my charge? who is he that Condemneth? Let me but see the man that durst to do it.
cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. q-crq vmb vvi pi p-acp po11 n1? q-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz? vvb pno11 p-acp vvi dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vdi pn31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10170
So that no marvail though our Saviour Christ be called NONLATINALPHABET in the forecited place, which signifieth both a Comforter and Advocate: To shew that Jesus Christ doth comfort us exceedingly, by undertaking for us as an Advocate,
So that no marvel though our Saviour christ be called in the forecited place, which signifies both a Comforter and Advocate: To show that jesus christ does Comfort us exceedingly, by undertaking for us as an Advocate,
av cst dx n1 cs po12 n1 np1 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvz d dt n1 cc n1: pc-acp vvi cst np1 np1 vdz vvi pno12 av-vvg, p-acp vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10171
and pleading for us with the Father.
and pleading for us with the Father.
cc vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1308
Page 354
10172
The knowledge of our Saviours Intercession for his people is a means to comfort them in reference to the many weaknesses and imperfections of our own prayers.
The knowledge of our Saviors Intercession for his people is a means to Comfort them in Referente to the many Weaknesses and imperfections of our own Prayers.
dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 d n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 354
10211
and in a word, that he is so extremely kind and loving to us, so infinitely tender of our welfare every way;
and in a word, that he is so extremely kind and loving to us, so infinitely tender of our welfare every Way;
cc p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbz av av-jn j cc vvg p-acp pno12, av av-j j pp-f po12 n1 d n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10173
Oh how are we dejected and cast down sometimes, when we are dull and flat and cold and speechless in our addresses to the Majesty of God.
O how Are we dejected and cast down sometime, when we Are dull and flat and cold and speechless in our Addresses to the Majesty of God.
uh q-crq vbr pns12 vvn cc vvn a-acp av, c-crq pns12 vbr j cc j cc j-jn cc j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10174
When we are so deserted, and our hearts are so shut up, that (as Hezekiah once) we cannot speak in prayer,
When we Are so deserted, and our hearts Are so shut up, that (as Hezekiah once) we cannot speak in prayer,
c-crq pns12 vbr av vvn, cc po12 n2 vbr av vvn a-acp, cst (c-acp np1 a-acp) pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10175
but only chatter like a Swallow, Isa. 38.14. when we know not what to say, nor what to plead, we are so barren;
but only chatter like a Swallow, Isaiah 38.14. when we know not what to say, nor what to plead, we Are so barren;
cc-acp av-j vvi av-j dt n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi, ccx r-crq pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr av j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10176
when we are destitute of matter and expression, this puts us many times into a very sad condition and overwhelms our hearts with sorrow;
when we Are destitute of matter and expression, this puts us many times into a very sad condition and overwhelms our hearts with sorrow;
c-crq pns12 vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1, d vvz pno12 d n2 p-acp dt j j n1 cc vvz po12 n2 p-acp n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10177
As David once complained in such a case, Psal. 77.3. I remembred God, saith he, I was troubled; I complained and my spirit was overwhelmed.
As David once complained in such a case, Psalm 77.3. I remembered God, Says he, I was troubled; I complained and my Spirit was overwhelmed.
c-acp np1 a-acp vvd p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd. pns11 vvd np1, vvz pns31, pns11 vbds vvn; pns11 vvd cc po11 n1 vbds vvn.
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10178
But now, my brethren, is it not a matter of exceeding comfort to consider that we have an Intercessor to help us out with all this? That he puts in to God the Father for us,
But now, my brothers, is it not a matter of exceeding Comfort to Consider that we have an Intercessor to help us out with all this? That he puts in to God the Father for us,
p-acp av, po11 n2, vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp d d? cst pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10179
and takes our Suites into his hands; That he excuses what is wanting in our prayers, and supplies it in his own;
and Takes our Suits into his hands; That he excuses what is wanting in our Prayers, and supplies it in his own;
cc vvz po12 n2 p-acp po31 n2; cst pns31 vvz r-crq vbz vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc vvz pn31 p-acp po31 d;
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10180
That he is lively there where we are dull; that he is quick where we are flat;
That he is lively there where we Are dull; that he is quick where we Are flat;
cst pns31 vbz j a-acp c-crq pns12 vbr j; cst pns31 vbz j c-crq pns12 vbr j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10181
that he is full where we are short. My Clyent, saith our Advocate, means this and this;
that he is full where we Are short. My Client, Says our Advocate, means this and this;
cst pns31 vbz j c-crq pns12 vbr j. po11 n1, vvz po12 n1, vvz d cc d;
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10182
this is the meaning of the spirit in him.
this is the meaning of the Spirit in him.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10183
He is not able to express himself as many others can, but this is that which he intends and aims at.
He is not able to express himself as many Others can, but this is that which he intends and aims At.
pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n2-jn vmb, cc-acp d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp.
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10184
His words are not so ready and so apt, but he hath as sincere a heart as the most voluble and fluent of them all:
His words Are not so ready and so apt, but he hath as sincere a heart as the most voluble and fluent of them all:
po31 n2 vbr xx av j cc av j, cc-acp pns31 vhz p-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j pp-f pno32 d:
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10185
and he is one for whom I have laid down my life, and shed my blood,
and he is one for whom I have laid down my life, and shed my blood,
cc pns31 vbz pi p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn a-acp po11 n1, cc vvb po11 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10186
for whom I have deserved all the good that he can ask and stand in need of;
for whom I have deserved all the good that he can ask and stand in need of;
p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn d dt j cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f;
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10187
And therefore I beseech thee Father, let him have what he desires, give him a speedy and a gratious answer for my sake.
And Therefore I beseech thee Father, let him have what he Desires, give him a speedy and a gracious answer for my sake.
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno31 vhi r-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno31 dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10188
Ah my beloved, is it not able to fill our hearts brimfull of joy, when we remember that we have such an Advocate as this is?
Ah my Beloved, is it not able to fill our hearts brimful of joy, when we Remember that we have such an Advocate as this is?
uh po11 j-vvn, vbz pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb cst pns12 vhb d dt n1 c-acp d vbz?
(43) part (DIV2)
1309
Page 355
10189
The knowledge of our Saviours Intercession for his people, is a means to comfort them in reference to the defects of all our graces.
The knowledge of our Saviors Intercession for his people, is a means to Comfort them in Referente to the defects of all our graces.
dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po12 n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10190
For we come short in all of them, there is not one of them compleat. There is much lacking in our faith, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Thes. 3.10. and so there is in all the rest which spring from faith.
For we come short in all of them, there is not one of them complete. There is much lacking in our faith, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Thebes 3.10. and so there is in all the rest which spring from faith.
c-acp pns12 vvb j p-acp d pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f pno32 j. pc-acp vbz d vvg p-acp po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. cc av pc-acp vbz p-acp d dt n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10191
For if there be a failing in the root, there cannot choose but be a failing in the branches.
For if there be a failing in the root, there cannot choose but be a failing in the branches.
p-acp cs pc-acp vbi dt vvg p-acp dt n1, a-acp vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi dt vvg p-acp dt n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10212
This cannot choose if it be duly weighed, but fill our hearts up to the brim,
This cannot choose if it be duly weighed, but fill our hearts up to the brim,
d vmbx vvi cs pn31 vbb av-jn vvn, cc-acp vvb po12 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10213
and make them over-flow with joy.
and make them overflow with joy.
cc vvi pno32 j p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10192
And this is that which makes us walk so heavily and sadly many times, when we consider with our selves how slender the degrees and measures of our graces are,
And this is that which makes us walk so heavily and sadly many times, when we Consider with our selves how slender the Degrees and measures of our graces Are,
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz pno12 vvi av av-j cc av-j d n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 c-crq j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr,
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10193
so that we know not where to find comfort.
so that we know not where to find Comfort.
av cst pns12 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10194
What shall we do in such a case to keep our spirits from despondency? Why truly among many other wayes, this is a very special one to fix our thoughts upon the intercession of our Saviour for us,
What shall we do in such a case to keep our spirits from despondency? Why truly among many other ways, this is a very special one to fix our thoughts upon the Intercession of our Saviour for us,
q-crq vmb pns12 vdi p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1? q-crq av-j p-acp d j-jn n2, d vbz dt av j pi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10195
and to consider seriously with our selves, that this is one great business that he urges to his Father, that he would sanctifie his people;
and to Consider seriously with our selves, that this is one great business that he urges to his Father, that he would sanctify his people;
cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po12 n2, cst d vbz pi j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1;
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10196
That he would give them out more grace, and more holiness.
That he would give them out more grace, and more holiness.
cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av av-dc n1, cc dc n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10197
This prayer of our Saviour in my text, as I have hinted formerly, is but a Counterpane of the perpetual intercession that he makes for his in heaven.
This prayer of our Saviour in my text, as I have hinted formerly, is but a Counterpane of the perpetual Intercession that he makes for his in heaven.
d n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp po31 p-acp n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10198
And it consists especially of two branches, which comprehend the two main things that he desireth of his Father for his people, Preservation and Sanctification.
And it consists especially of two branches, which comprehend the two main things that he Desires of his Father for his people, Preservation and Sanctification.
cc pn31 vvz av-j pp-f crd n2, r-crq vvb dt crd j n2 cst pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 cc n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10199
The latter he is large upon, sanctifie them with thy truth, and so on.
The latter he is large upon, sanctify them with thy truth, and so on.
dt d pns31 vbz j p-acp, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, cc av a-acp.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10200
They were sanctified before, for they were not of the world, and he desires they might be sanctified yet more;
They were sanctified before, for they were not of the world, and he Desires they might be sanctified yet more;
pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz pns32 vmd vbi vvn av av-dc;
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10201
That they might have larger measures of all the graces of the spirit.
That they might have larger measures of all the graces of the Spirit.
cst pns32 vmd vhi jc n2 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 355
10202
And is not this an extraordinary comfort to those who are but meanly furnished, and who have but a slender stock of grace, that Jesus Christ is alwayes interceding to his Father in their behalf for a more full supply? It was a suit that he begun on earth,
And is not this an extraordinary Comfort to those who Are but meanly furnished, and who have but a slender stock of grace, that jesus christ is always interceding to his Father in their behalf for a more full supply? It was a suit that he begun on earth,
cc vbz xx d dt j vvi p-acp d r-crq vbr cc-acp av-j vvn, cc q-crq vhb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 np1 vbz av vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1? pn31 vbds dt n1 cst pns31 vvn p-acp n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 356
10203
and he is still pursuing it in heaven to this day, and will do to the worlds end, he will never give it over;
and he is still pursuing it in heaven to this day, and will do to the world's end, he will never give it over;
cc pns31 vbz av vvg pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc vmb vdi p-acp dt ng1 n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pn31 a-acp;
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 356
10204
so that we may be confident we shall have such degrees of holiness and grace bestowed upon us, as are necessary for us.
so that we may be confident we shall have such Degrees of holiness and grace bestowed upon us, as Are necessary for us.
av cst pns12 vmb vbi j pns12 vmb vhi d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp vbr j p-acp pno12.
(43) part (DIV2)
1310
Page 356
10205
The knowledge, &c. as it assures us of his dear love to us, and his tender care of us.
The knowledge, etc. as it assures us of his dear love to us, and his tender care of us.
dt n1, av p-acp pn31 vvz pno12 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, cc po31 j n1 pp-f pno12.
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10206
What our Saviour doth in heaven in a way of Intercession, if it were unknown to us,
What our Saviour does in heaven in a Way of Intercession, if it were unknown to us,
q-crq po12 n1 vdz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp pno12,
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10207
though it might profit us and benefit us very much, it could not comfort as at all.
though it might profit us and benefit us very much, it could not Comfort as At all.
cs pn31 vmd vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 av av-d, pn31 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp d.
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10208
But when we know that Jesus Christ hath such a singular regard to us, and that his heart and his affections work towards us so sweetly,
But when we know that jesus christ hath such a singular regard to us, and that his heart and his affections work towards us so sweetly,
p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb cst np1 np1 vhz d dt j n1 p-acp pno12, cc cst po31 n1 cc po31 n2 vvi p-acp pno12 av av-j,
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10209
and so strongly now he is in heaven, at so great a distance from us (I mean as he is man) that he is always taking all advantages, to further and promote our business with his Father,
and so strongly now he is in heaven, At so great a distance from us (I mean as he is man) that he is always taking all advantages, to further and promote our business with his Father,
cc av av-j av pns31 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp pno12 (pns11 vvb c-acp pns31 vbz n1) cst pns31 vbz av vvg d n2, p-acp jc cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10210
and speaking to him upon all occasions for our good;
and speaking to him upon all occasions for our good;
cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 p-acp po12 j;
(43) part (DIV2)
1311
Page 356
10377
and raising scandalous reports upon them; we know not what to make of it.
and raising scandalous reports upon them; we know not what to make of it.
cc vvg j n2 p-acp pno32; pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10214
Now is it so my Brethren, that the assured knowledge of our Saviours Intercession is one, &c. If then we would abound in this heavenly affection, let us exactly study,
Now is it so my Brothers, that the assured knowledge of our Saviors Intercession is one, etc. If then we would abound in this heavenly affection, let us exactly study,
av vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbz pi, av cs av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1, vvb pno12 av-j vvi,
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10215
and throughly p•y into our Saviours Intercession, that we may know as much of it as we are able to attain to.
and thoroughly p•y into our Saviors Intercession, that we may know as much of it as we Are able to attain to.
cc av-j vvi p-acp po12 ng1 n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f pn31 c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10216
We are here in an unquiet and unstable world, in which we meet with many causes of discomfort from within,
We Are Here in an unquiet and unstable world, in which we meet with many Causes of discomfort from within,
pns12 vbr av p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp a-acp,
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10217
and from without, and many times they take extremely deep upon us, so as almost to make our lives a burthen to us.
and from without, and many times they take extremely deep upon us, so as almost to make our lives a burden to us.
cc p-acp p-acp, cc d n2 pns32 vvb av-jn j-jn p-acp pno12, av c-acp av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10218
Now if we would be free from such distempers, let us endeavour to look more into our Saviours Intercession.
Now if we would be free from such distempers, let us endeavour to look more into our Saviors Intercession.
av cs pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp d n2, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp po12 ng1 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10219
And if we understand it well, it will fill us full of comfort, that will swell high, exceedingly above all the afflictions of this present life.
And if we understand it well, it will fill us full of Comfort, that will swell high, exceedingly above all the afflictions of this present life.
cc cs pns12 vvb pn31 av, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j pp-f n1, cst vmb vvi j, av-vvg p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d j n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10220
Indeed the intercession of our Saviour is of it self a large volume, too much for us to read over,
Indeed the Intercession of our Saviour is of it self a large volume, too much for us to read over,
np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz pp-f pn31 n1 dt j n1, av av-d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp,
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10221
and that Volume sealed too, shut up in heaven, that we cannot open it, or look into it:
and that Volume sealed too, shut up in heaven, that we cannot open it, or look into it:
cc d n1 vvd av, vvd a-acp p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, cc vvb p-acp pn31:
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10222
But he hath given us a brief compendium, and a short abridgement of it, in the Prayer that he made for his Apostles and Disciples,
But he hath given us a brief compendium, and a short abridgement of it, in the Prayer that he made for his Apostles and Disciples,
cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 dt j fw-la, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 cc n2,
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10223
and in them for all the Church, that is or shall be to the worlds end, that we may read it and acquaint our selves with it:
and in them for all the Church, that is or shall be to the world's end, that we may read it and acquaint our selves with it:
cc p-acp pno32 p-acp d dt n1, cst vbz cc vmb vbi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31:
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10224
He spake that prayer in the world, that they might hear it from him, and so might have his joy fulfilled in them:
He spoke that prayer in the world, that they might hear it from him, and so might have his joy fulfilled in them:
pns31 vvd cst n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, cc av vmd vhi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno32:
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10225
And that we might hear it from them, and so might have his joy fulfilled in us.
And that we might hear it from them, and so might have his joy fulfilled in us.
cc cst pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pno32, cc av vmd vhi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno12.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10226
In which regard, my Brethren, it is left upon record in publique in the Church for ever, that all his people might have recourse thereto, on all occasions for their Comfort.
In which regard, my Brothers, it is left upon record in public in the Church for ever, that all his people might have recourse thereto, on all occasions for their Comfort.
p-acp r-crq n1, po11 n2, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j p-acp dt n1 c-acp av, cst d po31 n1 vmd vhi n1 av, p-acp d n2 p-acp po32 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10227
And therefore when we are in any trouble, when sorrow seizes deep upon us, let us study this prayer in all the parts and branches of it, that from thence we may conjecture what he doth in our behalf,
And Therefore when we Are in any trouble, when sorrow seizes deep upon us, let us study this prayer in all the parts and branches of it, that from thence we may conjecture what he does in our behalf,
cc av c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp d n1, c-crq n1 vvz j-jn p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi d n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, cst p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp po12 n1,
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10228
now he is fitting at the right hand of his Father.
now he is fitting At the right hand of his Father.
av pns31 vbz vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10229
And this let us depend upon, that if he spake one word in our behalf in any case while he was here upon earth, he speaks a hundred for us now he is heaven.
And this let us depend upon, that if he spoke one word in our behalf in any case while he was Here upon earth, he speaks a hundred for us now he is heaven.
cc d vvb pno12 vvi p-acp, cst cs pns31 vvd crd n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1 cs pns31 vbds av p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt crd p-acp pno12 av pns31 vbz n1.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 356
10230
And truly if this Counterpane of our Saviours Intercession were dived into and studied more, there would be more holy joy among the Saints.
And truly if this Counterpane of our Saviors Intercession were dived into and studied more, there would be more holy joy among the Saints.
cc av-j cs d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp cc vvd av-dc, pc-acp vmd vbi av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n2.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 357
10231
Their troubles and their sorrows would be less, and they would be more full of comfort then they are.
Their Troubles and their sorrows would be less, and they would be more full of Comfort then they Are.
po32 n2 cc po32 n2 vmd vbi av-dc, cc pns32 vmd vbi av-dc j pp-f n1 cs pns32 vbr.
(43) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 357
10232
JOHN 17.14. I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them.JOHN 17.14. I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them.
np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1312
Page 357
10233
AND thus of the first argument, with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that he himself would undertake the keeping of them:
AND thus of the First argument, with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that he himself would undertake the keeping of them:
cc av pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz po31 vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cst pns31 px31 vmd vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1314
Page 357
10234
Which hath been taken as you may remember, from his own effectual preservation of them, during the time that he had been among them:
Which hath been taken as you may Remember, from his own effectual preservation of them, during the time that he had been among them:
r-crq vhz vbn vvn c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, p-acp po31 d j n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vbn p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1314
Page 357
10235
Together with the reason which he interposes why he made this Petition for them in the world.
Together with the reason which he interposes why he made this Petition for them in the world.
av p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz c-crq pns31 vvd d vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1314
Page 357
10236
Proceed we to the second argument with which he backs it, and it is taken from the place in which he was about to leave them, wherein he was assured they would stand in need of special preservation from his Father:
Proceed we to the second argument with which he backs it, and it is taken from the place in which he was about to leave them, wherein he was assured they would stand in need of special preservation from his Father:
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 n2 pn31, cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1315
Page 357
10237
And therefore he desireth him to keep them through his own Name, because our Saviour for his own part, was even ready to depart from them,
And Therefore he Desires him to keep them through his own Name, Because our Saviour for his own part, was even ready to depart from them,
cc av pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vbds av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32,
(44) part (DIV2)
1315
Page 357
10238
and to abandon them in such a place, where they would be in danger every day,
and to abandon them in such a place, where they would be in danger every day,
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi p-acp n1 d n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1315
Page 357
10239
and every hour, as being hated and maligned upon all hands, and that for the truths sake.
and every hour, as being hated and maligned upon all hands, and that for the truths sake.
cc d n1, c-acp vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2, cc cst p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1315
Page 357
10240
I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them, Because they Are not of the world,
pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1315
Page 357
10241
even as I am not of the world. even as I am not of the world.
av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1315
Page 357
10242
So that the words have in them a discovery of the condition and estate of Christs Disciples in the world, together with the causes of it.
So that the words have in them a discovery of the condition and estate of Christ Disciples in the world, together with the Causes of it.
av cst dt n2 vhb p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10243
First the condition and estate of Christs Disciples in the world is mentioned here, although not in the first place:
First the condition and estate of Christ Disciples in the world is mentioned Here, although not in the First place:
np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn av, cs xx p-acp dt ord n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10244
and it is such as cannot but be grievous and uncomfortable to them; For they are very ill beloved;
and it is such as cannot but be grievous and uncomfortable to them; For they Are very ill Beloved;
cc pn31 vbz d c-acp vmbx p-acp vbi j cc j p-acp pno32; c-acp pns32 vbr av av-jn vvn;
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10245
yea, they are hated universally almost; the world hath hated them, saith Christ.
yea, they Are hated universally almost; the world hath hated them, Says christ.
uh, pns32 vbr vvn av-j av; dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, vvz np1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10246
And then the causes of it are annexed, by what means it comes to pass that they are so maligned in the world;
And then the Causes of it Are annexed, by what means it comes to pass that they Are so maligned in the world;
cc av dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr vvn, p-acp r-crq vvz pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10247
and this is not for any evill that is in them, or done by them. But either first, because they receive the Word of God, not into their knowledge only,
and this is not for any evil that is in them, or done by them. But either First, Because they receive the Word of God, not into their knowledge only,
cc d vbz xx p-acp d n-jn cst vbz p-acp pno32, cc vdn p-acp pno32. p-acp d ord, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, xx p-acp po32 n1 av-j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10248
but into their practice and obedience too; I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them:
but into their practice and Obedience too; I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them:
cc-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 av; pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10249
So that it hates them for the Word, and for the Truths sake. And secondly because they are not of this world, but of another;
So that it hates them for the Word, and for the Truths sake. And secondly Because they Are not of this world, but of Another;
av cst pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt ng1 n1. cc ord c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn;
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10250
therefore the world is so envenomed, and so malitiously bent against them:
Therefore the world is so envenomed, and so maliciously bent against them:
av dt n1 vbz av vvn, cc av av-j vvn p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10251
The world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. The world hath hated them, Because they Are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10252
They like them much the worse, because they are in this respect like me.
They like them much the Worse, Because they Are in this respect like me.
pns32 vvb pno32 d dt av-jc, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp d n1 vvb pno11.
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10418
They will be very carefull that it shall not lose a Jot by their means.
They will be very careful that it shall not loose a Jot by their means.
pns32 vmb vbi av j cst pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10253
At this time let us look into the condition and estate of Christs Disciples in the world, the world hates them.
At this time let us look into the condition and estate of Christ Disciples in the world, the world hates them.
p-acp d n1 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1316
Page 357
10254
The world is taken divers ways; I think more differently then any other phrase almost in Scripture.
The world is taken diverse ways; I think more differently then any other phrase almost in Scripture.
dt n1 vbz vvn j n2; pns11 vvb av-dc av-j cs d j-jn n1 av p-acp n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 357
10255
Sometimes we find it used for elect and sanctified; sometimes for reprobate and unsanctified persons.
Sometime we find it used for elect and sanctified; sometime for Reprobate and unsanctified Persons.
av pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp vvi cc j-vvn; av p-acp n-jn cc j n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 357
10256
Sometimes for the elect and sanctified, as you may see that place for instance, Joh. 4.42.
Sometime for the elect and sanctified, as you may see that place for instance, John 4.42.
av p-acp dt j cc j-vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10257
This is the Christ the Saviour of the world, that is, of all the chosen and elect of God, not limited to Jewry only,This is the christ the Saviour of the world, that is, of all the chosen and elect of God, not limited to Jewry only,
d vbz dt np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, pp-f d dt j-vvn cc j-vvn pp-f np1, xx vvn p-acp np1 av-j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10258
but wheresoever scattered over all the world.
but wheresoever scattered over all the world.
cc-acp c-crq vvn p-acp d dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10259
God was in Christ (saith the Apostle) reconciling the world to himself, 2 Cor. 5.19. Not all the world at large, but all his chosen people, whatsoever, or wheresoever living in the world.God was in christ (Says the Apostle) reconciling the world to himself, 2 Cor. 5.19. Not all the world At large, but all his chosen people, whatsoever, or wheresoever living in the world.
np1 vbds p-acp np1 (vvz dt n1) n-vvg dt n1 p-acp px31, crd np1 crd. xx d dt n1 p-acp j, cc-acp d po31 j-vvn n1, r-crq, cc c-crq vvg p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10260
Sometimes the world is taken for reprobate and unsanctified men: So that, The world lies in wickedness, 1 Joh. 5.19. as Austin intimateth the distinction, there is mundus mundus, & mundus inmundus.
Sometime the world is taken for Reprobate and unsanctified men: So that, The world lies in wickedness, 1 John 5.19. as Austin intimateth the distinction, there is World World, & World inmundus.
av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n-jn cc j n2: av cst, dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. c-acp np1 vvz dt n1, pc-acp vbz fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10261
Indeed it is so differently taken, that sometimes they that are hated, are the world; and sometimes they that hate them, are the world:
Indeed it is so differently taken, that sometime they that Are hated, Are the world; and sometime they that hate them, Are the world:
av pn31 vbz av av-j vvn, cst av pns32 cst vbr vvn, vbr dt n1; cc av pns32 cst vvb pno32, vbr dt n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10262
And in this latter sense, you are to understand it in my Text: The world, that is, the reprobate and wicked of the world, hath hated them, saith: our Saviour to his Father;
And in this latter sense, you Are to understand it in my Text: The world, that is, the Reprobate and wicked of the world, hath hated them, Says: our Saviour to his Father;
cc p-acp d d n1, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1: dt n1, cst vbz, dt j-jn cc j pp-f dt n1, vhz vvn pno32, vvz: po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10263
The•, whom? why them whom thou hast given me, as you may see, if you look a little back on the foregoing verses.The•, whom? why them whom thou hast given me, as you may see, if you look a little back on the foregoing Verses.
np1, r-crq? uh-crq pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10264
Them whom thou hast bestowed upon me, and whom I have received and entertained for my Disciples, them hath the world hated.
Them whom thou hast bestowed upon me, and whom I have received and entertained for my Disciples, them hath the world hated.
pno32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno11, cc r-crq pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp po11 n2, pno32 vhz dt n1 vvd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10265
So that you see, DOCTRINE. It is the manner of the world to hate them that are Christs Disciples.
So that you see, DOCTRINE. It is the manner of the world to hate them that Are Christ Disciples.
av cst pn22 vvb, n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbr npg1 n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1317
Page 358
10266
They that belong to Jesus Christ are usually but ill-beloved among ungodly and unsanctified men.
They that belong to jesus christ Are usually but ill-beloved among ungodly and unsanctified men.
pns32 d vvb p-acp np1 np1 vbr av-j p-acp j p-acp j cc j n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10267
The world is generally set against them, to malign them and oppose them, and do them all the spite and mischief that they can.
The world is generally Set against them, to malign them and oppose them, and do them all the spite and mischief that they can.
dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32, cc vdb pno32 d dt n1 cc n1 cst pns32 vmb.
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10268
So it was in Christs time, and so it will be to the worlds end:
So it was in Christ time, and so it will be to the world's end:
av pn31 vbds p-acp npg1 n1, cc av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt ng1 n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10269
And therefore it is made the Epithite of wicked men that they are such as hate the righteous;
And Therefore it is made the Epithet of wicked men that they Are such as hate the righteous;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2 cst pns32 vbr d c-acp vvb dt j;
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10270
you may see that place for instance, Psal. 34.21. They are not only angry with them, but they hate them, and that to the very death.
you may see that place for instance, Psalm 34.21. They Are not only angry with them, but they hate them, and that to the very death.
pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns32 vbr xx av-j j p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno32, cc cst p-acp dt j n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10271
They desire their extirpatation and destruction, that they may have no more a being;
They desire their extirpatation and destruction, that they may have no more a being;
pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmb vhi dx dc dt vbg;
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10272
no nor so much as the memorial of a being, if it might be possible, that their name may be no mere remembred, Psal. 83.4.
no nor so much as the memorial of a being, if it might be possible, that their name may be no mere remembered, Psalm 83.4.
uh-dx ccx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn31 vmd vbi j, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi dx j vvn, np1 crd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10273
And therefore you shall find the Saints complaining often of the hatred of the world, and of the rage and malice of ungodly men against them.
And Therefore you shall find the Saints complaining often of the hatred of the world, and of the rage and malice of ungodly men against them.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10274
And Christ fore-warning his Disciples what they must expect in this world, You shall be hated, saith our Saviour, of all Nations, Mat. 24.9. That seems to be very much;
And christ forewarning his Disciples what they must expect in this world, You shall be hated, Says our Saviour, of all nations, Mathew 24.9. That seems to be very much;
cc np1 n1 po31 n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn, vvz po12 n1, pp-f d n2, np1 crd. cst vvz pc-acp vbi av av-d;
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10275
yet in another place he goes further; You shall be hated of all men; you must conceive it of all worldly wicked men, Mat. 10.22. I shall add no more for proof;
yet in Another place he Goes further; You shall be hated of all men; you must conceive it of all worldly wicked men, Mathew 10.22. I shall add no more for proof;
av p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz av-jc; pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2; pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pp-f d j j n2, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10276
you see it is the manner of the wicked world, &c.
you see it is the manner of the wicked world, etc.
pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av
(44) part (DIV2)
1318
Page 358
10277
But what should be the reason why they hate them so? It may be you will ask as David once, What hath the righteous done? what evil hath he wrought? what have Christs Disciples done, that they are so maligned in the world? Why truly, my Beloved,
But what should be the reason why they hate them so? It may be you will ask as David once, What hath the righteous done? what evil hath he wrought? what have Christ Disciples done, that they Are so maligned in the world? Why truly, my beloved,
cc-acp q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 av? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 a-acp, q-crq vhz dt j vdn? q-crq n-jn vhz pns31 vvn? q-crq vhb npg1 n2 vdn, cst pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq av-j, po11 j-vvn,
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 358
10278
if you would know the reason of it, it is not for any evil they have done, that they are so railed at,
if you would know the reason of it, it is not for any evil they have done, that they Are so railed At,
cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n-jn pns32 vhb vdn, cst pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp,
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 358
10279
and that they have so much ill will on all hands;
and that they have so much ill will on all hands;
cc cst pns32 vhb av d j-jn n1 p-acp d n2;
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 358
10280
there is no just and real cause of all this hatred which they suffer from the world:
there is no just and real cause of all this hatred which they suffer from the world:
pc-acp vbz dx j cc j n1 pp-f d d n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 358
10281
No, my Beloved, as they hated Christ himself without a cause, as David once complained as his Type, Psal. 35.19. so they hate Christs Disciples too, those that belong to Christ, without a cause, without any just cause.
No, my beloved, as they hated christ himself without a cause, as David once complained as his Type, Psalm 35.19. so they hate Christ Disciples too, those that belong to christ, without a cause, without any just cause.
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, c-acp pns32 vvd np1 px31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 a-acp vvd p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. av pns32 vvb npg1 n2 av, d cst vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp d j n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10282
So that you see here is a Doctrine, of which no man in the world can give you one good reason.
So that you see Here is a Doctrine, of which no man in the world can give you one good reason.
av cst pn22 vvb av vbz dt n1, pp-f r-crq dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 crd j n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10283
It is the manner of the wicked world to hate them that are Christs Disciples; but it is without reason, without any good reason:
It is the manner of the wicked world to hate them that Are Christ Disciples; but it is without reason, without any good reason:
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbr npg1 n2; cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp d j n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10284
However they have reasons to themselves, such as they are, of this hatred. And I might give you many such reasons, more then a good many:
However they have Reasons to themselves, such as they Are, of this hatred. And I might give you many such Reasons, more then a good many:
c-acp pns32 vhb n2 p-acp px32, d c-acp pns32 vbr, pp-f d n1. cc pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d d n2, av-dc cs dt j d:
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10285
For though there be not any reasons why they should, yet there are many reasons why they do hate Christs Disciples,
For though there be not any Reasons why they should, yet there Are many Reasons why they do hate Christ Disciples,
c-acp cs pc-acp vbb xx d n2 c-crq pns32 vmd, av a-acp vbr d n2 c-crq pns32 vdb vvi npg1 n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10286
and I might be large upon them:
and I might be large upon them:
cc pns11 vmd vbi j p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10287
But I shall confine my self to those which Christ hath mentioned in the Text it self.
But I shall confine my self to those which christ hath mentioned in the Text it self.
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1319
Page 359
10288
The wicked world hates Christs Disciples, because they entertain the Word of God, because they love it and obey it,
The wicked world hates Christ Disciples, Because they entertain the Word of God, Because they love it and obey it,
dt j n1 vvz npg1 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31,
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10289
and conform their lives to it;
and conform their lives to it;
cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pn31;
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10290
and this is the account our Saviour gives his Father of the business, I have given them thy Word,
and this is the account our Saviour gives his Father of the business, I have given them thy Word,
cc d vbz dt n1 po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10291
and the world hath hated them; as if he should have said for that cause:and the world hath hated them; as if he should have said for that cause:
cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10292
I have so given them thy Word, that they have entertained it as thy Word in their faith,
I have so given them thy Word, that they have entertained it as thy Word in their faith,
pns11 vhb av vvn pno32 av n1, cst pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po32 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10293
and love, and practice, and obedience; and hence it is that they are so maligned, and despitefully entreated in the world.
and love, and practice, and Obedience; and hence it is that they Are so maligned, and despitefully entreated in the world.
cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vbr av vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10294
And so it is at this day;
And so it is At this day;
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10295
As long as men make no account and reckoning of the Word, as long as they profess it only,
As long as men make no account and reckoning of the Word, as long as they profess it only,
c-acp av-j c-acp n2 vvb dx n1 cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 av-j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10296
but are not very zealous for it, nor very careful to walk in every thing exactly by it, they may live pretty quiet with their neighbors:
but Are not very zealous for it, nor very careful to walk in every thing exactly by it, they may live pretty quiet with their neighbours:
cc-acp vbr xx av j c-acp pn31, ccx av j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 av-j p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb vvi j j-jn p-acp po32 n2:
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10297
But if they come once to contend, and that with earnestness for every truth that is contained in the Word;
But if they come once to contend, and that with earnestness for every truth that is contained in the Word;
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10298
if they will not in any case, by any means depart in any thing from that Rule, the world will be about their ears upon a sodain,
if they will not in any case, by any means depart in any thing from that Rule, the world will be about their ears upon a sudden,
cs pns32 vmb xx p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10299
and shew a great deal of malignity and rage against them.
and show a great deal of malignity and rage against them.
cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1320
Page 359
10300
But why should this exasperate the world against them, you will ask me? I cannot tell you why it should,
But why should this exasperate the world against them, you will ask me? I cannot tell you why it should,
cc-acp q-crq vmd d vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, pn22 vmb vvi pno11? pns11 vmbx vvi pn22 c-crq pn31 vmd,
(44) part (DIV2)
1321
Page 359
10301
but I will tell you why it doth: For by this means they cross the world, and they condemn and shame the world.
but I will tell you why it does: For by this means they cross the world, and they condemn and shame the world.
cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq pn31 vdz: c-acp p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb dt n1, cc pns32 vvb cc vvi dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1321
Page 359
10302
And this is that which sets the world so much against them. By this means they cross the world;
And this is that which sets the world so much against them. By this means they cross the world;
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 av av-d p-acp pno32. p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb dt n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1321
Page 359
10303
and this they are not able to endure, it makes their very hearts to rise against them:
and this they Are not able to endure, it makes their very hearts to rise against them:
cc d pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvz po32 j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1322
Page 359
10304
And they cross them three ways, they cross them in their judgements, and they cross them in their wills,
And they cross them three ways, they cross them in their Judgments, and they cross them in their wills,
cc pns32 vvb pno32 crd n2, pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1322
Page 359
10305
and they cross them in their lives and conversations. 1. First by this means they cross them in their judgements and opinions.
and they cross them in their lives and conversations. 1. First by this means they cross them in their Judgments and opinions.
cc pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. crd ord p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1322
Page 359
10306
Till men receive the Word of God, they can in every thing conform their judgements and opinions to the world.
Till men receive the Word of God, they can in every thing conform their Judgments and opinions to the world.
p-acp n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10307
They can think as they do, and they can speak as they do;
They can think as they do, and they can speak as they do;
pns32 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vdb, cc pns32 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vdb;
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10308
they can agree and hold with them in every point, and so they walk on lovingly together;
they can agree and hold with them in every point, and so they walk on lovingly together;
pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, cc av pns32 vvb a-acp av-vvg av;
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10309
there grows no difference or debate between them.
there grows no difference or debate between them.
pc-acp vvz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10310
But when they come to entertain the Word to be their rule in every thing, both in opinion and in conversation,
But when they come to entertain the Word to be their Rule in every thing, both in opinion and in Conversation,
p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1 p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10311
now they are forced to differ from the world, to clash with them, in many things to contradict and oppose them, and gain-say them.
now they Are forced to differ from the world, to clash with them, in many things to contradict and oppose them, and gainsay them.
av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, cc vvb pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10312
And this breeds disaffection and dislike, yea enmity and hatred against them:
And this breeds disaffection and dislike, yea enmity and hatred against them:
cc d vvz n1 cc n1, uh n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10313
Nay, they are forced sometimes, if they will keep exactly to the Word of God, to cross the world in those opinions which they are most intent upon,
Nay, they Are forced sometime, if they will keep exactly to the Word of God, to cross the world in those opinions which they Are most intent upon,
uh-x, pns32 vbr vvn av, cs pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vbr av-ds n1 p-acp,
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10314
and for which they are most eager; and this they can by no means bear from them:
and for which they Are most eager; and this they can by no means bear from them:
cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j; cc d pns32 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvb p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 359
10315
As they that entertained Christ to be the Son of God, and the Saviour of the world,
As they that entertained christ to be the Son of God, and the Saviour of the world,
c-acp pns32 cst vvd np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10316
when he was conversant upon the Earth, and in the times that followed next after his Incarnation, Passion and Ascension, they did exceedingly enrage the world against them:
when he was conversant upon the Earth, and in the times that followed next After his Incarnation, Passion and Ascension, they did exceedingly enrage the world against them:
c-crq pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 cst vvd ord p-acp po31 n1, n1 cc n1, pns32 vdd av-vvg vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10317
The generality of men would not endure to heat of Christ, or the Religion that embraced and worshipped him;
The generality of men would not endure to heat of christ, or the Religion that embraced and worshipped him;
dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 cst vvd cc vvd pno31;
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10318
and therefore whosoever undertook to own him and profess him, was sure to meet with all the violence and rage and malice that the world could pour upon him.
and Therefore whosoever undertook to own him and profess him, was sure to meet with all the violence and rage and malice that the world could pour upon him.
cc av r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31, vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10319
He might have crost the world in many other truths, and not have found so ill measure;
He might have crossed the world in many other truths, and not have found so ill measure;
pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cc xx vhi vvn av j-jn n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10320
but this drew out their rage and malice to the utmost:
but this drew out their rage and malice to the utmost:
cc-acp d vvd av po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j:
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10321
And this is that (as I conceive) which our Saviour Christ aims particularly at in my text, I have given them thy Word, thy Gospel Word;
And this is that (as I conceive) which our Saviour christ aims particularly At in my text, I have given them thy Word, thy Gospel Word;
cc d vbz d (c-acp pns11 vvb) r-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz av-j p-acp p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, po21 n1 n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10322
of that he speaks, and they have entertained it and embraced it, and therefore the world hates them. And if you look into the stories of the Church, you shall observe that whosoever closed with the Gospel in those early times,
of that he speaks, and they have entertained it and embraced it, and Therefore the world hates them. And if you look into the stories of the Church, you shall observe that whosoever closed with the Gospel in those early times,
pp-f cst pns31 vvz, cc pns32 vhb vvn pn31 cc vvd pn31, cc av dt n1 vvz pno32. cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi d r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10323
and professed the faith of Christ, from which the world was so exceedingly averse, he was exposed thereby to all the misery that humane cruelty, &c. could devise to inflict.
and professed the faith of christ, from which the world was so exceedingly averse, he was exposed thereby to all the misery that humane cruelty, etc. could devise to inflict.
cc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbds av av-vvg j, pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp d dt n1 cst j n1, av vmd vvi pc-acp vvi.
(44) part (DIV2)
1323
Page 360
10324
But after when this Gospel-Truth came to be better setled and digested in the world,
But After when this Gospel truth Come to be better settled and digested in the world,
p-acp a-acp c-crq d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi av-jc vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10325
so that they were content to hear of Christ and his Religion with a little patience,
so that they were content to hear of christ and his Religion with a little patience,
av cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10326
then there rose up other things in which they would not be gain-said:
then there rose up other things in which they would not be gainsaid:
av a-acp vvd a-acp j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn:
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10327
As to leap down to Luther, time, who ever stuck to him, and to the doctrine which he taught, against the Pope and his adherents, got the world about his ears.
As to leap down to Luther, time, who ever stuck to him, and to the Doctrine which he taught, against the Pope and his adherents, god the world about his ears.
c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1, n1, r-crq av vvd p-acp pno31, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10328
And so in every age, there are some passages of holy Scripture, and the truths delivered in them, against which the world is violently bent:
And so in every age, there Are Some passages of holy Scripture, and the truths Delivered in them, against which the world is violently bent:
cc av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f j n1, cc dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn:
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10329
and whosoever sticks to these, the world hates him out of measure, and doth him all the mischief that it can.
and whosoever sticks to these, the world hates him out of measure, and does him all the mischief that it can.
cc r-crq vvz p-acp d, dt n1 vvz pno31 av pp-f n1, cc vdz pno31 d dt n1 cst pn31 vmb.
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10330
And therefore this is called the Word of Gods patience, Apoc. 3.10. Thou hast kept the Word of my patience;
And Therefore this is called the Word of God's patience, Apocalypse 3.10. Thou hast kept the Word of my patience;
cc av d vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd. pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10331
that is, thou hast not only kept my Word in general, but more particularly thou hast kept those portions of my Word,
that is, thou hast not only kept my Word in general, but more particularly thou hast kept those portions of my Word,
cst vbz, pns21 vh2 xx av-j vvn po11 n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av-dc av-j pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 pp-f po11 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10332
and those parcels of my Truth, which must have patience to the keeping of them.
and those parcels of my Truth, which must have patience to the keeping of them.
cc d n2 pp-f po11 n1, r-crq vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10333
A man may keep some Truths delivered in the Word without patience, as being universally received by all, opposed by none:
A man may keep Some Truths Delivered in the Word without patience, as being universally received by all, opposed by none:
dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp vbg av-j vvn p-acp d, vvn p-acp pix:
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10334
But there are others, which if a man maintain and hold them, he shall surely suffer, he shall be persecuted for them.
But there Are Others, which if a man maintain and hold them, he shall surely suffer, he shall be persecuted for them.
cc-acp pc-acp vbr n2-jn, r-crq cs dt n1 vvi cc vvi pno32, pns31 vmb av-j vvi, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10335
And he that keeps these notwithstanding, keeps the Word of Gods patience. The patience which God works in his people.
And he that keeps these notwithstanding, keeps the Word of God's patience. The patience which God works in his people.
cc pns31 cst vvz d a-acp, vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1324
Page 360
10336
2. They that embrace the Word of God, as they cross the wicked world in their opinions,
2. They that embrace the Word of God, as they cross the wicked world in their opinions,
crd pns32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10337
so they cross them in their wills: They cannot do in every thing as the wicked world would have them;
so they cross them in their wills: They cannot do in every thing as the wicked world would have them;
av pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2: pns32 vmbx vdi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmd vhi pno32;
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10338
they cannot yeild to every thing, which they obtrude and force upon them, and this is another reason why they are so exasperated and enraged against them.
they cannot yield to every thing, which they obtrude and force upon them, and this is Another reason why they Are so exasperated and enraged against them.
pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1, r-crq pns32 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc d vbz j-jn n1 c-crq pns32 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10339
Were it not for the Word of God, to which they are resolved to yield obedience, they might comply in every thing,
Were it not for the Word of God, to which they Are resolved to yield Obedience, they might comply in every thing,
vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10340
and so the world and they might be very good freinds.
and so the world and they might be very good Friends.
cc av dt n1 cc pns32 vmd vbi av j n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10341
But when the Word forbiddeth what the world requireth, & that most vehemently too perhaps, they are forced to cross the world,
But when the Word forbiddeth what the world requires, & that most vehemently too perhaps, they Are forced to cross the world,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc cst av-ds av-j av av, pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10342
and and so the Word brings the world and them out.
and and so the Word brings the world and them out.
cc cc av dt n1 vvz dt n1 cc pno32 av.
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 360
10343
These men, say they, are so precise and holy, that they must have Scripture for every thing they say or do, they will do nothing but what they have a warrant for out of the Word of God.
These men, say they, Are so precise and holy, that they must have Scripture for every thing they say or do, they will do nothing but what they have a warrant for out of the Word of God.
np1 n2, vvb pns32, vbr av j cc j, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb cc vdb, pns32 vmb vdi pix cc-acp r-crq pns32 vhi dt n1 c-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10344
But we will make them stoop and yield, and we will make them turn another leaf ere we have done:
But we will make them stoop and yield, and we will make them turn Another leaf ere we have done:
cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno32 vvi j-jn n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vdn:
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10345
and when they cannot have their wills, because the other cannot bend or vary from the Word of God when they are crost in that which they are so resolved upon, this heats the furnace of their wrath seven times hotter then ordinary:
and when they cannot have their wills, Because the other cannot bend or vary from the Word of God when they Are crossed in that which they Are so resolved upon, this heats the furnace of their wrath seven times hotter then ordinary:
cc c-crq pns32 vmbx vhi po32 n2, c-acp dt n-jn vmbx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d r-crq pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp, d n2 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 crd n2 jc cs j:
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10346
and this the Prophet David found, Psal. 119.161. Princes have persecuted me without a cause; but my heart standeth in awe of thy Word:
and this the Prophet David found, Psalm 119.161. Princes have persecuted me without a cause; but my heart Stands in awe of thy Word:
cc d dt n1 np1 vvn, np1 crd. n2 vhb vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10347
Either he must have them against him, or the Word of God against him. They threatned him if he obeyed the Word:
Either he must have them against him, or the Word of God against him. They threatened him if he obeyed the Word:
av-d pns31 vmb vhi pno32 p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. pns32 vvd pno31 cs pns31 vvd dt n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10348
the Word upon the other side, that threatned if he disobeyed it.
the Word upon the other side, that threatened if he disobeyed it.
dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vvd cs pns31 vvd pn31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10349
Whom did he fear most? why saith the Psalmist, My heart standeth in awe of thy Word;
Whom did he Fear most? why Says the Psalmist, My heart Stands in awe of thy Word;
ro-crq vdd pns31 vvi av-ds? q-crq vvz dt n1, po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10350
I fear it more then I fear them:
I Fear it more then I Fear them:
pns11 vvb pn31 av-dc cs pns11 vvb pno32:
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10351
And this was that which got him much hatred and bitter persecution too, as you may see in that place.
And this was that which god him much hatred and bitter persecution too, as you may see in that place.
cc d vbds d r-crq vvd pno31 d n1 cc j n1 av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1325
Page 361
10352
3. They that receive the Word of God, as they cross the wicked world in their opinions and their wills, so in their conversations too;
3. They that receive the Word of God, as they cross the wicked world in their opinions and their wills, so in their conversations too;
crd pns32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc po32 n2, av p-acp po32 n2 av;
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10353
they do not live and walk as they do;
they do not live and walk as they do;
pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi c-acp pns32 vdb;
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10354
their ways are of another fashion, and this is another reason why the world is so malitiously bent against them.
their ways Are of Another fashion, and this is Another reason why the world is so maliciously bent against them.
po32 n2 vbr a-acp j-jn n1, cc d vbz j-jn n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10355
Were it not for the Word of God, and the rules that it prescribes, there need to be no difference between them and other men,
Were it not for the Word of God, and the rules that it prescribes, there need to be no difference between them and other men,
vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 cst pn31 vvz, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp pno32 cc n-jn n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10356
and so there would be no dislike.
and so there would be no dislike.
cc av pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10357
But now they are not, neither can they be conformed and fashiond to the world, Rom. 12.2. they cannot walk according to the course and custom of the world Ephes. 2.2. The world runs out exceedingly into all licentious courses, but they run not out with them.
But now they Are not, neither can they be conformed and fashioned to the world, Rom. 12.2. they cannot walk according to the course and custom of the world Ephesians 2.2. The world runs out exceedingly into all licentious courses, but they run not out with them.
p-acp av pns32 vbr xx, dx vmb pns32 vbi vvn cc j-vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 vmbx vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 crd. dt n1 vvz av av-vvg p-acp d j n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx av p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10358
They walk not as the Gentiles, Ephes. 4.17. they sleep not as do others, 1 Thess. 5.5.
They walk not as the Gentiles, Ephesians 4.17. they sleep not as doe Others, 1 Thess 5.5.
pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n2-j, np1 crd. pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1 n2-jn, crd np1 crd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10359
And this the world cannot abide them for, because they are so singular, and will not do as they do.
And this the world cannot abide them for, Because they Are so singular, and will not do as they do.
cc d dt n1 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp, c-acp pns32 vbr av j, cc vmb xx vdi c-acp pns32 vdb.
(44) part (DIV2)
1326
Page 361
10360
They that receive the Word of God, as they do cross the world, so they condemn and shame the world:
They that receive the Word of God, as they do cross the world, so they condemn and shame the world:
pns32 d vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vdb vvi dt n1, av pns32 vvb cc vvi dt n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1327
Page 361
10361
For while they walk exactly by the Rule, their holy and unblemisht lives and conversations do make the vitious and licentious courses of ungodly men the more odious,
For while they walk exactly by the Rule, their holy and unblemished lives and conversations do make the vicious and licentious courses of ungodly men the more odious,
c-acp cs pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, po32 j cc j n2 cc n2 vdb vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f j n2 dt av-dc j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1327
Page 361
10362
and bring the more contempt upon them. And as the righteous is the more excellent, because he dwelleth by a bad neighbour;
and bring the more contempt upon them. And as the righteous is the more excellent, Because he dwells by a bad neighbour;
cc vvi dt av-dc n1 p-acp pno32. cc c-acp dt j vbz dt av-dc j, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1327
Page 361
10363
so on the other side, the wicked is the more abominable, because he dwelleth by a good neighbour;
so on the other side, the wicked is the more abominable, Because he dwells by a good neighbour;
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j vbz dt av-dc j, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1327
Page 361
10364
his vile and wicked actions shew the worse, because there are so good examples just by.
his vile and wicked actions show the Worse, Because there Are so good Examples just by.
po31 j cc j n2 vvb dt jc, c-acp pc-acp vbr av j n2 j p-acp.
(44) part (DIV2)
1327
Page 361
10365
Thus we have seen the first reason of the point;
Thus we have seen the First reason of the point;
av pns12 vhb vvn dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1328
Page 361
10366
the wicked world hates Christs Disciples, because they entertain the Word of God, I have given them thy Word, saith Christ, &c. There is a second also added in the Text, It is the manner of the world to hate them that are Christs disciples, because they are not of this world but of another.
the wicked world hates Christ Disciples, Because they entertain the Word of God, I have given them thy Word, Says christ, etc. There is a second also added in the Text, It is the manner of the world to hate them that Are Christ Disciples, Because they Are not of this world but of Another.
dt j n1 vvz npg1 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, vvz np1, av pc-acp vbz dt ord av vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbr npg1 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(44) part (DIV2)
1328
Page 361
10367
Therefore the world is so envenomed, and so malitiously bent against them.
Therefore the world is so envenomed, and so maliciously bent against them.
av dt n1 vbz av vvn, cc av av-j vvn p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1329
Page 361
10368
The world hath hated them, saith Christ, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world: The world hath hated them, Says christ, Because they Are not of the world, even as I am not of the world:
dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, vvz np1, c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1:
(44) part (DIV2)
1329
Page 361
10369
If they were of their own society, and of their own Countrey, they would love them well enough,
If they were of their own society, and of their own Country, they would love them well enough,
cs pns32 vbdr pp-f po32 d n1, cc pp-f po32 d n1, pns32 vmd vvi pno32 av av-d,
(44) part (DIV2)
1329
Page 361
10370
as Christ himself informeth his Disciples, Joh. 15.19.
as christ himself Informeth his Disciples, John 15.19.
c-acp np1 px31 vvz po31 n2, np1 crd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1329
Page 361
10371
If ye were of the world, the world would love his own, but because ye are not of the world, If you were of the world, the world would love his own, but Because you Are not of the world,
cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 d, cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1329
Page 361
10372
but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hates you. but I have chosen you out of the world, Therefore the world hates you.
cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1329
Page 361
10373
Is it the manner of the wicked world, &c. Here then you see one especial reason why Christs Disciples are so vilified and abused in the world.
Is it the manner of the wicked world, etc. Here then you see one especial reason why Christ Disciples Are so vilified and abused in the world.
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av av av pn22 vvb crd j n1 c-crq npg1 n2 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10374
They dwell among a company of men that hate them, and that to the very death.
They dwell among a company of men that hate them, and that to the very death.
pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vvb pno32, cc cst p-acp dt j n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10375
And hence it is my brethren, that they do them all the mischief that they can:
And hence it is my brothers, that they do them all the mischief that they can:
cc av pn31 vbz po11 n2, cst pns32 vdb pno32 d dt n1 cst pns32 vmb:
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10376
It is a wonder to us, many times, that all the world almost should be upon the skirts of the small number that belongs to Christ, that they should be continually perking at them,
It is a wonder to us, many times, that all the world almost should be upon the skirts of the small number that belongs to christ, that they should be continually perking At them,
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12, d n2, cst d dt n1 av vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp np1, cst pns32 vmd vbi av-j vvg p-acp pno32,
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10378
Why, whats the matter, think we, that they should be so ill-entreated, and so unworthily and basely used on all hands? Truly nothing else but this, the world hates them;
Why, whats the matter, think we, that they should be so ill-entreated, and so unworthily and basely used on all hands? Truly nothing Else but this, the world hates them;
uh-crq, q-crq|vbz dt n1, vvb pns12, cst pns32 vmd vbi av j, cc av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp d n2? np1 pix av cc-acp d, dt n1 vvz pno32;
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10379
and all these injuries, and wrongs, and molestations are the effects of that hatred.
and all these injuries, and wrongs, and molestations Are the effects of that hatred.
cc d d n2, cc n2-jn, cc n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1330
Page 362
10380
Is it the manner of the wicked, &c. the greater cause there is of admiration at the power and mercy of the Lord that keeps them,
Is it the manner of the wicked, etc. the greater cause there is of admiration At the power and mercy of the Lord that keeps them,
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j, av dt jc n1 pc-acp vbz pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz pno32,
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10381
and preserves them, notwithstanding this hatred.
and preserves them, notwithstanding this hatred.
cc vvz pno32, c-acp d n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10382
Though all the world be bitterly envenomed and enraged against them, they cannot have their will upon them;
Though all the world be bitterly envenomed and enraged against them, they cannot have their will upon them;
cs d dt n1 vbb av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmbx vhi po32 n1 p-acp pno32;
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10383
no, they are safeguarded still, as if a little Lamb were kept among a company of Wolves and Lions.
no, they Are safeguarded still, as if a little Lamb were kept among a company of Wolves and Lions.
uh-dx, pns32 vbr vvn av, c-acp cs dt j n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10384
Tis not for want of multitude or malice in the enemies of Christs Disciples, that they have yet a being in the world,
This not for want of multitude or malice in the enemies of Christ Disciples, that they have yet a being in the world,
pn31|vbz xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, cst pns32 vhb av av vbg p-acp dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10385
but by the power and goodness of a gratious God, upholding them, and providing for their safety.
but by the power and Goodness of a gracious God, upholding them, and providing for their safety.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1, vvg pno32, cc vvg p-acp po32 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10386
This is the Lords doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes; This is the lords doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes;
d vbz dt n2 vdg, cc pn31 vbz j p-acp po12 n2;
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10387
And we shall marvail at it, and admire the Lord the more, if we consider yet a little more distinctly but these two things.
And we shall marvel At it, and admire the Lord the more, if we Consider yet a little more distinctly but these two things.
cc pns12 vmb n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvi dt n1 dt av-dc, cs pns12 vvb av dt j av-dc av-j p-acp d crd n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1331
Page 362
10388
1. The disparity in number between Christs Disciples and them that bear such mortal hatred to them;
1. The disparity in number between Christ Disciples and them that bear such Mortal hatred to them;
crd dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n2 cc pno32 cst vvb d j-jn n1 p-acp pno32;
(44) part (DIV2)
1332
Page 362
10389
For Christs Disciples they are very few, a little flock, a small number, a petty inconsiderable company of men.
For Christ Disciples they Are very few, a little flock, a small number, a Petty inconsiderable company of men.
c-acp npg1 n2 pns32 vbr av d, dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j j n1 pp-f n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1332
Page 362
10390
But they that hate them, and desire their ruine, are the world, a world of wicked and ungodly men.
But they that hate them, and desire their ruin, Are the world, a world of wicked and ungodly men.
p-acp pns32 cst vvb pno32, cc vvi po32 n1, vbr dt n1, dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1332
Page 362
10391
So that you see, there are enemies enough to eat up Christs people, (as David said they did in his time, They eat up thy people,
So that you see, there Are enemies enough to eat up Christ people, (as David said they did in his time, They eat up thy people,
av cst pn22 vvb, pc-acp vbr n2 av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp npg1 n1, (c-acp np1 vvd pns32 vdd p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvb a-acp po21 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1332
Page 362
10392
as a man would eat bread ) to devour them, and to bring them all to nothing in a moment.as a man would eat bred) to devour them, and to bring them all to nothing in a moment.
c-acp dt n1 vmd vvi n1) pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp pix p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1332
Page 362
10393
And if you do compare them with the multitude that are against them, and consider what a deadly and envenomed hatred they bear against them, their preservation will appear to be a strange thing, the greater and more admirable is the power that keeps them and upholds them in such a posture and condition as this is.
And if you do compare them with the multitude that Are against them, and Consider what a deadly and envenomed hatred they bear against them, their preservation will appear to be a strange thing, the greater and more admirable is the power that keeps them and upholds them in such a posture and condition as this is.
cc cs pn22 vdb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst vbr p-acp pno32, cc vvb r-crq dt j cc j-vvn n1 pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, po32 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt jc cc av-dc j vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d vbz.
(44) part (DIV2)
1332
Page 362
10394
2. And as there is a great disparity in number between Christs Disciples, and them that bear such hatred to them,
2. And as there is a great disparity in number between Christ Disciples, and them that bear such hatred to them,
crd cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n2, cc pno32 cst vvb d n1 p-acp pno32,
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 362
10395
so in disposition too, which magnifies the power that keeps them yet more.
so in disposition too, which Magnifies the power that keeps them yet more.
av p-acp n1 av, r-crq vvz dt n1 cst vvz pno32 av av-dc.
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 362
10396
For Christs Disciples they are frequently compared to Sheep and Lambs, poor harmless things that are so far from being able or desirous to offend & hurt others, that they are no wayes able to defend themselves.
For Christ Disciples they Are frequently compared to Sheep and Lambs, poor harmless things that Are so Far from being able or desirous to offend & hurt Others, that they Are no ways able to defend themselves.
p-acp npg1 n2 pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n2, j j n2 cst vbr av av-j p-acp vbg j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2-jn, cst pns32 vbr dx n2 j pc-acp vvi px32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 362
10397
And they that hate them on the otherside, are compared to Dogs, and Wolves, and Bears, and Lions.
And they that hate them on the otherside, Are compared to Dogs, and Wolves, and Bears, and Lions.
cc pns32 cst vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc n2, cc vvz, cc n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 362
10398
How easie is it for such strong and cruel creatures to make a prey upon the silly Lambs? So Christs Disciples are resembled to a Lilly for their tenderness and softness;
How easy is it for such strong and cruel creatures to make a prey upon the silly Lambs? So Christ Disciples Are resembled to a Lily for their tenderness and softness;
q-crq j vbz pn31 p-acp d j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n2? np1 npg1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 362
10399
and they that hate them on the other side, to Thorns for their injurious and offensive quality, Cant. 2.2. They are sharp, and rough, and boistrous;
and they that hate them on the other side, to Thorns for their injurious and offensive quality, Cant 2.2. They Are sharp, and rough, and boisterous;
cc pns32 cst vvb pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp n2 p-acp po32 j cc j n1, np1 crd. pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc j;
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 362
10400
and these alas are sweet and harmless, and how shall they subsist among them? They are not like to hurt the world,
and these alas Are sweet and harmless, and how shall they subsist among them? They Are not like to hurt the world,
cc d uh vbr j cc j, cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno32? pns32 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 363
10401
but the world is very like to hurt them. Thorns you know, are apt to prick, and rent and scratch;
but the world is very like to hurt them. Thorns you know, Are apt to prick, and rend and scratch;
cc-acp dt n1 vbz av av-j pc-acp vvi pno32. np1 pn22 vvb, vbr j pc-acp vvi, cc vvn cc vvi;
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 363
10402
and on the other side, the Lilly by reason of her tenderness, is very lyable to wrong and very capable of such impressions.
and on the other side, the Lily by reason of her tenderness, is very liable to wrong and very capable of such impressions.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz av j pc-acp vvi cc j j pp-f d n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 363
10403
The Greater cause there is of admiration at the power of God, by which the Church of Christ is kept, in such a dangerous condition and estate as this is.
The Greater cause there is of admiration At the power of God, by which the Church of christ is kept, in such a dangerous condition and estate as this is.
dt jc n1 pc-acp vbz pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, p-acp d dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp d vbz.
(44) part (DIV2)
1333
Page 363
10404
Is it the manner of the wicked, &c. Then surely it concerneth Christs Disciples to be very cautious how they walk in the midst of such men.
Is it the manner of the wicked, etc. Then surely it concerns Christ Disciples to be very cautious how they walk in the midst of such men.
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j, av av av-j pn31 vvz npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi av j c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1334
Page 363
10405
If they were among their friends, there needed not such curious circumspection.
If they were among their Friends, there needed not such curious circumspection.
cs pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n2, a-acp vvd xx d j n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1334
Page 363
10406
For friends will make the best of every thing, and construe matters in the mildest and most favourable way.
For Friends will make the best of every thing, and construe matters in the Mildest and most favourable Way.
p-acp n2 vmb vvi dt js pp-f d n1, cc vvi n2 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1334
Page 363
10407
But since they are amongst their enemies that hate them, it stands them very much upon to look exactly to their words and wayes.
But since they Are among their enemies that hate them, it Stands them very much upon to look exactly to their words and ways.
p-acp c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n2 cst vvb pno32, pn31 vvz pno32 av av-d p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1335
Page 363
10408
And that upon a few Considerations.
And that upon a few Considerations.
cc cst p-acp dt d n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1335
Page 363
10409
For, First, if there be any thing to be misconstrued, they will be sure to make an ill interpretation of it, they will mistake your words (as David speaks) and mistake your actions too,
For, First, if there be any thing to be misconstrued, they will be sure to make an ill Interpretation of it, they will mistake your words (as David speaks) and mistake your actions too,
p-acp, ord, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vmb vvi po22 n2 (c-acp np1 vvz) cc vvb po22 n2 av,
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10410
and turn them all the wrong way.
and turn them all the wrong Way.
cc vvi pno32 d dt j-jn n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10411
Because they hate you, they will lie upon the the catch, that they may pick some matter of exception and reproach against you.
Because they hate you, they will lie upon thee the catch, that they may pick Some matter of exception and reproach against you.
p-acp pns32 vvb pn22, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10412
And if there be but any shew, or colour for it, they will glory out of measure as you may see Michal for an instance when David danced before the Ark. And therefore David calls them his observers, Psal. 5.8. for so the Hebrew word imports, and so you find it in the Margine.
And if there be but any show, or colour for it, they will glory out of measure as you may see Michal for an instance when David danced before the Ark And Therefore David calls them his observers, Psalm 5.8. for so the Hebrew word imports, and so you find it in the Margin.
cc cs pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb vvi av pp-f n1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt np1 cc av np1 vvz pno32 po31 n2, np1 crd. p-acp av dt njp n1 vvz, cc av pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10413
And if they once get any matter by the end, Oh with what Joy and exultation will they vent it!
And if they once get any matter by the end, O with what Joy and exultation will they vent it!
cc cs pns32 a-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, uh p-acp q-crq n1 cc n1 vmb pns32 vvi pn31!
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10414
Aha, say they, our eyes hath seen it, our ear hath heard it.
Aha, say they, our eyes hath seen it, our ear hath herd it.
uh, vvb pns32, po12 n2 vhz vvn pn31, po12 n1 vhz vvn pn31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10415
And therefore we have need of wisdom, yea the wisdom of an Angel, to know how to demean our selves before such persons as these are.
And Therefore we have need of Wisdom, yea the Wisdom of an Angel, to know how to demean our selves before such Persons as these Are.
cc av pns12 vhb n1 pp-f n1, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(44) part (DIV2)
1336
Page 363
10416
Seconly, And as by reason of their hatred of you, they will be very busie, and inquisitive, to catch at any thing against you.
Secondly, And as by reason of their hatred of you, they will be very busy, and inquisitive, to catch At any thing against you.
av-j, cc c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 pp-f pn22, pns32 vmb vbi av j, cc j, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10419
And therefore we have reason to be very wary of doing any thing that may be capable of misconstruction,
And Therefore we have reason to be very wary of doing any thing that may be capable of misconstruction,
cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi av j pp-f vdg d n1 cst vmb vbi j pp-f n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10420
yea though we know it to be Lawfull;
yea though we know it to be Lawful;
uh cs pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi j;
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10421
And to avoid the appearance of evil, That so these enemies of ours, who watch and hope to take us tripping, may be ashamed,
And to avoid the appearance of evil, That so these enemies of ours, who watch and hope to take us tripping, may be ashamed,
cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n-jn, cst av d n2 pp-f png12, r-crq n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 vvg, vmb vbi j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10422
as the Apostle speaks, Titus 2.8. as being disappointed of that which they expected and desired.
as the Apostle speaks, Titus 2.8. as being disappointed of that which they expected and desired.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. c-acp vbg vvn pp-f d r-crq pns32 vvd cc vvn.
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10423
For shame you know, is the fruit of disappointment, that they may be ashamed having no evil thing to say of you.
For shame you know, is the fruit of disappointment, that they may be ashamed having no evil thing to say of you.
p-acp n1 pn22 vvb, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j vhg av-dx n-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1337
Page 363
10424
If they can mis-interpret any thing you say or do, they will not only wound your names with it,
If they can misinterpret any thing you say or do, they will not only wound your names with it,
cs pns32 vmb vvi d n1 pn22 vvb cc vdb, pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi po22 n2 p-acp pn31,
(44) part (DIV2)
1338
Page 363
10425
but the name of God himself, and the credit of religion.
but the name of God himself, and the credit of Religion.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1338
Page 363
10426
So that it is not a sufficient Plea to say, that we are very well perswaded that we have done no evil,
So that it is not a sufficient Plea to say, that we Are very well persuaded that we have done no evil,
av cst pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vbr av av vvn cst pns12 vhb vdn dx n-jn,
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 363
10427
and therefore if they make an ill construction of it, the fault is theirs, and we must bear it, we cannot help it, we must endure their scandals and reproaches;
and Therefore if they make an ill construction of it, the fault is theirs, and we must bear it, we cannot help it, we must endure their scandals and Reproaches;
cc av cs pns32 vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 vbz png32, cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, pns12 vmb vvi po32 n2 cc n2;
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 363
10428
No, my beloved, this is not enough, it ought to be our care, as much as lyes in us, to prevent those ill Constructions,
No, my Beloved, this is not enough, it ought to be our care, as much as lies in us, to prevent those ill Constructions,
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, d vbz xx av-d, pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi po12 n1, c-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 364
10429
and to take away occasion from those that long and seek for it. For these reproaches do not rest in us.
and to take away occasion from those that long and seek for it. For these Reproaches do not rest in us.
cc pc-acp vvi av n1 p-acp d cst av-j cc vvi p-acp pn31. p-acp d n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno12.
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 364
10430
If we alone did bear them, if they did reach no further then our persons, it were well.
If we alone did bear them, if they did reach no further then our Persons, it were well.
cs pns12 av-j vdd vvi pno32, cs pns32 vdd vvi av-dx av-jc cs po12 n2, pn31 vbdr av.
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 364
10431
But God and his Religion, and his Gospel, are miserably wounded through our sides, by this occasion;
But God and his Religion, and his Gospel, Are miserably wounded through our sides, by this occasion;
p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1, vbr av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 364
10432
and therefore we must see that we do nothing, as far as it is possible, from whence these enemies of ours may take advantage to wound such pretious things as these are.
and Therefore we must see that we do nothing, as Far as it is possible, from whence these enemies of ours may take advantage to wound such precious things as these Are.
cc av pns12 vmb vvi cst pns12 vdb pix, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j, p-acp c-crq d n2 pp-f png12 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi d j n2 c-acp d vbr.
(44) part (DIV2)
1339
Page 364
10433
And as they will take occasion, if there be any colour for it, to dishonour Gods name,
And as they will take occasion, if there be any colour for it, to dishonour God's name,
cc c-acp pns32 vmb vvi n1, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 c-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10434
so to undo and damn their own souls.
so to undo and damn their own Souls.
av pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 d n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10435
If they find weaknesses and flaws, •n those who are Christs Disciples, this sets them off the further from religion.
If they find Weaknesses and flaws, •n those who Are Christ Disciples, this sets them off the further from Religion.
cs pns32 vvb n2 cc n2, av d r-crq vbr npg1 n2, d vvz pno32 a-acp dt jc p-acp n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10436
If they see them to fall short, or take them tripping any way, in any thing that falls within their compass to discover, this strangely hardens them against profession.
If they see them to fallen short, or take them tripping any Way, in any thing that falls within their compass to discover, this strangely hardens them against profession.
cs pns32 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi j, cc vvi pno32 vvg d n1, p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, d av-j vvz pno32 p-acp n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10437
I am perswaded there are many souls in hell, who have been kept aloof from Christ,
I am persuaded there Are many Souls in hell, who have been kept aloof from christ,
pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vhb vbn vvn av p-acp np1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10438
and from Religion, by the incircumspect and careless walking of those who have either been really,
and from Religion, by the incircumspect and careless walking of those who have either been really,
cc p-acp n1, p-acp dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f d r-crq vhb av-d vbn av-j,
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10439
or have been taken to be Christs Disciples.
or have been taken to be Christ Disciples.
cc vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vbi npg1 n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10440
And therefore let it be our care, that while we go to heaven with our friends, no enemies of ours may go to hell by our means.
And Therefore let it be our care, that while we go to heaven with our Friends, no enemies of ours may go to hell by our means.
cc av vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1, cst cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, dx n2 pp-f png12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1340
Page 364
10441
Is it the manner of the wicked, &c. Then let it not seem strange to Christs Disciples,
Is it the manner of the wicked, etc. Then let it not seem strange to Christ Disciples,
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j, av av vvb pn31 xx vvi j p-acp npg1 n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10442
if they be hated in the world, if they be wronged and injured and abused, on all hands.
if they be hated in the world, if they be wronged and injured and abused, on all hands.
cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn cc vvn, p-acp d n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10443
Let them not look upon it as a thing to be admired and wondred at, if they be very coursely used and very ill intreated here.
Let them not look upon it as a thing to be admired and wondered At, if they be very coursely used and very ill entreated Here.
vvb pno32 xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp, cs pns32 vbb av av-j vvn cc av av-jn vvn av.
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10444
If they be alwayes troubled and distressed, if they be alwayes followed and persued with spightfull molestations,
If they be always troubled and distressed, if they be always followed and pursued with spiteful molestations,
cs pns32 vbb av vvn cc j-vvn, cs pns32 vbb av vvn cc vvn p-acp j n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10445
and vexations, let them not think much of it, but let them look upon it as an ordinary thing,
and vexations, let them not think much of it, but let them look upon it as an ordinary thing,
cc n2, vvb pno32 xx vvi d pp-f pn31, cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10446
and let them seriously consider that they could expect no other, living in such a place,
and let them seriously Consider that they could expect no other, living in such a place,
cc vvb pno32 av-j vvi cst pns32 vmd vvi dx j-jn, vvg p-acp d dt n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10447
and with such company as they do.
and with such company as they do.
cc p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vdb.
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10448
Only to stay them and support them in such a troublesome condition, let them take notice of a few things.
Only to stay them and support them in such a troublesome condition, let them take notice of a few things.
j pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp d dt j n1, vvb pno32 vvi n1 pp-f dt d n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1341
Page 364
10449
1. God and Jesus Christ love you, and love you very dearly, though the world hate you.
1. God and jesus christ love you, and love you very dearly, though the world hate you.
crd np1 cc np1 np1 vvb pn22, cc vvb pn22 av av-jn, cs dt n1 vvb pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1342
Page 364
10450
And whether do you think the love of God will do you most good, or the hatred of the world will do you most hurt? I beseech you my beloved, set the one in opposition to the other,
And whither do you think the love of God will do you most good, or the hatred of the world will do you most hurt? I beseech you my Beloved, Set the one in opposition to the other,
cc cs vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vdi pn22 av-ds j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vdb pn22 av-ds vvn? pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvd dt crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn,
(44) part (DIV2)
1342
Page 364
10451
and when you are disquieted at any time, to think how you are hated and maligned and abused in the world, consider on the other side,
and when you Are disquieted At any time, to think how you Are hated and maligned and abused in the world, Consider on the other side,
cc c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pn22 vbr vvn cc vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1342
Page 364
10452
how you are beloved of God; how dear are you to Jesus Christ, who loved you and gave himself for you.
how you Are Beloved of God; how dear Are you to jesus christ, who loved you and gave himself for you.
c-crq pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1; q-crq n1 vbr pn22 p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vvd pn22 cc vvd px31 p-acp pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1342
Page 364
10453
And if you weigh the matter well, you will find infinitely greater cause to cheer your hearts with his love,
And if you weigh the matter well, you will find infinitely greater cause to cheer your hearts with his love,
cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1 av, pn22 vmb vvi av-j jc n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1342
Page 364
10454
then to deject them with the worlds hatred.
then to deject them with the world's hatred.
cs pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1342
Page 364
10455
2. Jesus Christ himself was in the same condition with you when he lived in the world.
2. jesus christ himself was in the same condition with you when he lived in the world.
crd np1 np1 px31 vbds p-acp dt d n1 p-acp pn22 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 364
10456
You fare no worse then he did.
You fare no Worse then he did.
pn22 vvb av-dx av-jc cs pns31 vdd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 364
10457
And this is that which he himself propounds to his Apostles and Disciples to the very same end, John 15.18. If the world hate you, saith Christ, you know that it hated me before it hated you.
And this is that which he himself propounds to his Apostles and Disciples to the very same end, John 15.18. If the world hate you, Says christ, you know that it hated me before it hated you.
cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 px31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt av d n1, np1 crd. cs dt n1 vvb pn22, vvz np1, pn22 vvb cst pn31 vvd pno11 p-acp pn31 vvd pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 364
10458
Are you hated in the world? let not that seem strange to you;
are you hated in the world? let not that seem strange to you;
vbr pn22 vvn p-acp dt n1? vvb xx cst vvb j p-acp pn22;
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 364
10459
you know your selves, it hated me before you, or else it hated me who am before you;
you know your selves, it hated me before you, or Else it hated me who am before you;
pn22 vvb po22 n2, pn31 vvd pno11 p-acp pn22, cc av pn31 vvd pno11 q-crq vbm p-acp pn22;
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 364
10460
It hated me NONLATINALPHABET It hated me prius, or it hated me priorem, for it may be both wayes rendred.It hated me It hated me prius, or it hated me priorem, for it may be both ways rendered.
pn31 vvd pno11 pn31 vvd pno11 fw-la, cc pn31 vvd pno11 fw-la, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi d n2 vvn.
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 364
10461
It hated me before you, in regard of time, or me who am before you in regard of Dignity,It hated me before you, in regard of time, or me who am before you in regard of Dignity,
pn31 vvd pno11 p-acp pn22, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pno11 r-crq vbm p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 365
10462
as Calvin very well observes upon the place.
as calvin very well observes upon the place.
c-acp np1 av av vvz p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1343
Page 365
10463
And should not this Consideration quiet us and make us patient? we are hated in the world;
And should not this Consideration quiet us and make us patient? we Are hated in the world;
cc vmd xx d n1 vvb pno12 cc vvb pno12 j? pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1;
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10464
why so was Jesus Christ himself.
why so was jesus christ himself.
q-crq av vbds np1 np1 px31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10465
Why should we look to be exempted from that to which our blessed Saviour was exposed? yea, he was hated in the first place,
Why should we look to be exempted from that to which our blessed Saviour was exposed? yea, he was hated in the First place,
q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cst p-acp r-crq po12 j n1 vbds vvn? uh, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10466
and we are hated after him, and in reference to him; Though he were absolutely holy, harmless, separate from sinners, he was hated notwithstanding.
and we Are hated After him, and in Referente to him; Though he were absolutely holy, harmless, separate from Sinners, he was hated notwithstanding.
cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; cs pns31 vbdr av-j j, j, vvb p-acp n2, pns31 vbds vvn a-acp.
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10467
Alas, my brethren, how unholy, how faulty, how injurious many times are we to others? And then what wonder is it that they take offence at us? Though Christ were far above us every way,
Alas, my brothers, how unholy, how faulty, how injurious many times Are we to Others? And then what wonder is it that they take offence At us? Though christ were Far above us every Way,
np1, po11 n2, c-crq j, c-crq j, c-crq j d n2 vbr pns12 p-acp n2-jn? cc av q-crq n1 vbz pn31 cst pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno12? cs np1 vbdr av-j p-acp pno12 d n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10468
though he were our Lord and Master, he was exceedingly maligned in the world.
though he were our Lord and Master, he was exceedingly maligned in the world.
cs pns31 vbdr po12 n1 cc n1, pns31 vbds av-vvg vvn p-acp dt n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10469
And why should we expect in this regard to be above him, to fare better then he did? No, let it be sufficient for us, that we are no worse, no nor so ill intreat-as our Lord and Master was.
And why should we expect in this regard to be above him, to fare better then he did? No, let it be sufficient for us, that we Are no Worse, no nor so ill intreat-as our Lord and Master was.
cc q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi av-jc cs pns31 vdd? uh-dx, vvb pn31 vbi j p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vbr av-dx av-jc, uh-dx ccx av av-jn j po12 n1 cc n1 vbds.
(44) part (DIV2)
1344
Page 365
10470
3. The hatred of the world is no impediment at all, no barr, no hindrance to your blessedness.
3. The hatred of the world is no impediment At all, no bar, no hindrance to your blessedness.
crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp d, dx n1, dx n1 p-acp po22 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1345
Page 365
10471
Indeed, it fits you rather and qualifies you for it, as Jesus Christ himself insinuates, in his Sermon on the Mount, Mat. 5.12. Blessed are ye when men revile you, and persecute you, and say all evil of you falsly.
Indeed, it fits you rather and Qualifies you for it, as jesus christ himself insinuates, in his Sermon on the Mount, Mathew 5.12. Blessed Are you when men revile you, and persecute you, and say all evil of you falsely.
np1, pn31 vvz pn22 av cc vvz pn22 p-acp pn31, c-acp np1 np1 px31 vvz, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvn vbr pn22 c-crq n2 vvb pn22, cc vvi pn22, cc vvb d n-jn pp-f pn22 av-j.
(44) part (DIV2)
1345
Page 365
10472
And the Apostle Peter, to the same effect, 1 Pet. 4.14. saith he, If you be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are you.
And the Apostle Peter, to the same Effect, 1 Pet. 4.14. Says he, If you be reproached for the name of christ, happy Are you.
cc dt n1 np1, p-acp dt d n1, crd np1 crd. vvz pns31, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j vbr pn22.
(44) part (DIV2)
1345
Page 365
10473
So that malignity and injury, and evil usage from the world, are no way inconsistent with our happiness,
So that malignity and injury, and evil usage from the world, Are no Way inconsistent with our happiness,
av cst n1 cc n1, cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vbr dx n1 j p-acp po12 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1345
Page 365
10474
neither with our present nor our future happiness.
neither with our present nor our future happiness.
av-dx p-acp po12 n1 ccx po12 j-jn n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1345
Page 365
10475
1. Our present happiness consisteth in the title that we have to Christ, the interest we have in him,
1. Our present happiness Consisteth in the title that we have to christ, the Interest we have in him,
crd po12 j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp np1, dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pno31,
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10476
and the Communion we have with him.
and the Communion we have with him.
cc dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pno31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10477
Can the hatred of the world put an end to this Communion? No, saith the Apostle Paul, Rom. 3.35.
Can the hatred of the world put an end to this Communion? No, Says the Apostle Paul, Rom. 3.35.
vmb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1? uh-dx, vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10478
Who shall separate us from the Love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, Who shall separate us from the Love of christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution,
q-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vmb n1, cc n1, cc n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10479
or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? as it is written, for thy sake are we killed all the day long.
or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? as it is written, for thy sake Are we killed all the day long.
cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1? p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp po21 n1 vbr pns12 vvn d dt n1 av-j.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10480
Nay, in all these things we are more then Conquerours through him that loves as.
Nay, in all these things we Are more then Conquerors through him that loves as.
uh-x, p-acp d d n2 pns12 vbr av-dc cs n2 p-acp pno31 cst vvz a-acp.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10481
For I am verily perswaded, that neither death nor life, nor Angels, nor principalities nor powers,
For I am verily persuaded, that neither death nor life, nor Angels, nor principalities nor Powers,
p-acp pns11 vbm av-j vvn, cst dx n1 ccx n1, ccx n2, ccx n2 ccx n2,
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10482
nor things present, nor things to come, nor heigth, not depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. nor things present, nor things to come, nor heighth, not depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in christ jesus our Lord.
ccx n2 j, ccx n2 pc-acp vvi, ccx n1, xx n1, ccx d j-jn n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10483
Nay, to say truth, Christ loves us most, and hath most communion with us, when the world is most against us.
Nay, to say truth, christ loves us most, and hath most communion with us, when the world is most against us.
uh, pc-acp vvi n1, np1 vvz pno12 av-ds, cc vhz av-ds n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-ds p-acp pno12.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10648
God can and will preserve those that belong to Jesus Christ from all evil.
God can and will preserve those that belong to jesus christ from all evil.
np1 vmb cc vmb vvi d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10484
Then he is specially present with us, as he was with Paul, Acts 18.9. and with the Martyrs in the Dungeon, in the Stocks, in the flames.
Then he is specially present with us, as he was with Paul, Acts 18.9. and with the Martyrs in the Dungeon, in the Stocks, in the flames.
cs pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp np1, n2 crd. cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10485
And it is certain that Christ doth then reveal himself most sweetly to his people, when the world discovers most malignity and rage against them.
And it is certain that christ does then reveal himself most sweetly to his people, when the world discovers most malignity and rage against them.
cc pn31 vbz j cst np1 vdz av vvi px31 av-ds av-j p-acp po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz av-ds n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10486
So that it is not all their hatred can keep a Christian from the love and fellowship of Jesus Christ,
So that it is not all their hatred can keep a Christian from the love and fellowship of jesus christ,
av cst pn31 vbz xx d po32 n1 vmb vvi dt njp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10487
and so by Consequence it cannot keep him from his present happiness. 2. And for our happiness to come, it cannot hinder that neither.
and so by Consequence it cannot keep him from his present happiness. 2. And for our happiness to come, it cannot hinder that neither.
cc av p-acp n1 pn31 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j n1. crd cc p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmbx vvi cst dx.
(44) part (DIV2)
1346
Page 365
10488
It doth not lie so loose, my brethren, that all the world can take it from us.
It does not lie so lose, my brothers, that all the world can take it from us.
pn31 vdz xx vvi av j, po11 n2, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno12.
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 365
10489
No, it is in Gods keeping; he openeth and no man shutteth; he shutteth and no man openeth.
No, it is in God's keeping; he Openeth and no man shutteth; he shutteth and no man Openeth.
uh-dx, pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 vvg; pns31 vvz cc dx n1 vvz; pns31 vvz cc dx n1 vvz.
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 365
10490
He opened Heaven upon Stephen, when the world was shewing the utmost of its rage against him.
He opened Heaven upon Stephen, when the world was showing the utmost of its rage against him.
pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvg dt j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 365
10491
And verily a Christian is as near the complement and the perfection of his happiness,
And verily a Christian is as near the compliment and the perfection of his happiness,
cc av-j dt njp vbz a-acp j dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 365
10492
when he suffers all the wrong and ignominy and contempt that the world can pour upon him,
when he suffers all the wrong and ignominy and contempt that the world can pour upon him,
c-crq pns31 vvz d dt j-jn cc n1 cc n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31,
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 366
10493
and sometimes nearer then he is at other times; for that may be the way to it.
and sometime nearer then he is At other times; for that may be the Way to it.
cc av av-jc cs pns31 vbz p-acp j-jn n2; p-acp d vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 366
10494
And hence, saith Christ in the forealledged text, Mat. 5.11. Blessed are ye when men revile you;
And hence, Says christ in the forealledged text, Mathew 5.11. Blessed Are you when men revile you;
cc av, vvz np1 p-acp dt vvn n1, np1 crd. vvn vbr pn22 c-crq n2 vvb pn22;
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 366
10495
Rejoyce and be exceeding glad, And why so? For great is your reward in heaven. Rejoice and be exceeding glad, And why so? For great is your reward in heaven.
vvb cc vbi vvg j, cc q-crq av? p-acp j vbz po22 n1 p-acp n1.
(44) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 366
10496
JOHN 17.15. I pray not that thou shouldst take them out of the world, &c. JOHN 17.15. I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world, etc.
np1 crd. pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, av
(45) part (DIV2)
1347
Page 366
10497
AND thus far of the second Argument with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that he would keep them through his own name, viz. because our Saviour for his own part was even ready to depart from them,
AND thus Far of the second Argument with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, that he would keep them through his own name, viz. Because our Saviour for his own part was even ready to depart from them,
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz po31 vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 d n1 vbds av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1349
Page 366
10498
and to abandon them in such a place where they were hated universally almost; the world hath hated them, saith Christ.
and to abandon them in such a place where they were hated universally almost; the world hath hated them, Says christ.
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av-j av; dt n1 vhz vvn pno32, vvz np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1349
Page 366
10499
Why then a man would think the only way were to remove them out of such a place, where they are so ill beloved,
Why then a man would think the only Way were to remove them out of such a place, where they Are so ill Beloved,
q-crq av dt n1 vmd vvi dt j n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f d dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr av av-jn vvn,
(45) part (DIV2)
1350
Page 366
10500
and so maligned upon all hands.
and so maligned upon all hands.
cc av vvd p-acp d n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1350
Page 366
10501
If the world hate them, because they are not of the world, what should they do there any longer? the best way were to take them thence,
If the world hate them, Because they Are not of the world, what should they do there any longer? the best Way were to take them thence,
cs dt n1 vvb pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd pns32 vdb a-acp d av-jc? dt js n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi pno32 av,
(45) part (DIV2)
1350
Page 366
10502
and to translate them to a place where they are likely to have more quiet. No, saith our Saviour, I disown that;
and to translate them to a place where they Are likely to have more quiet. No, Says our Saviour, I disown that;
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi dc j-jn. uh-dx, vvz po12 n1, pns11 vvb d;
(45) part (DIV2)
1350
Page 366
10503
that is not the intent and drift of my Petition, I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, &c.
that is not the intent and drift of my Petition, I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world, etc.
d vbz xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po11 vvb, pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, av
(45) part (DIV2)
1350
Page 366
10504
So that these words my brethren, are an Explication of that which is delivered in the former verse, that it might not be mistaken.
So that these words my brothers, Are an Explication of that which is Delivered in the former verse, that it might not be mistaken.
av cst d n2 po11 n2, vbr dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1351
Page 366
10505
Not that our Saviour was afraid his Father would mistake his meaning, but he knew they might mistake him, who heard him speaking to his Father.
Not that our Saviour was afraid his Father would mistake his meaning, but he knew they might mistake him, who herd him speaking to his Father.
xx cst po12 n1 vbds j po31 n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi pno31, r-crq vvd pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1351
Page 366
10506
And therefore as a learned Writer notes upon the text, he speaks unto his Father as a man,
And Therefore as a learned Writer notes upon the text, he speaks unto his Father as a man,
cc av c-acp dt j n1 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1351
Page 366
10507
for mens sake, because he speaks in their hearing.
for men's sake, Because he speaks in their hearing.
p-acp ng2 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n-vvg.
(45) part (DIV2)
1351
Page 366
10508
He tells them plainly and expresly what he doth not pray for, I pray not that thou shouldst take them out of the world.
He tells them plainly and expressly what he does not pray for, I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world.
pns31 vvz pno32 av-j cc av-j r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp, pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1351
Page 366
10509
And then he tels him clearly what he doth pray for, but that thou shouldst keep them from the evil.
And then he tells him clearly what he does pray for, but that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil.
cc av pns31 vvz pno31 av-j r-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp, p-acp cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1351
Page 366
10510
Begin we with the first part of the explication, in which our Saviour tells his Father plainly and expresly what he doth not pray for;
Begin we with the First part of the explication, in which our Saviour tells his Father plainly and expressly what he does not pray for;
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 av-j cc av-j r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp;
(45) part (DIV2)
1352
Page 366
10511
I do not pray that thou should take them out of the world. So that the point to be observed hence, is this.I do not pray that thou should take them out of the world. So that the point to be observed hence, is this.
pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pns21 vmd vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1. av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av, vbz d.
(45) part (DIV2)
1352
Page 366
10512
DOCTRINE Removal out of this world, is not the proper subject matter of Petition.DOCTRINE Removal out of this world, is not the proper Subject matter of Petition.
n1 n1 av pp-f d n1, vbz xx dt j j-jn n1 pp-f vvb.
(45) part (DIV2)
1353
Page 366
10513
You see our Saviour Christ disowns it clearly in my text, he would by no means have it thought that he desires his Father to remove his Disciples hence by death, to take them out of the world:
You see our Saviour christ disowns it clearly in my text, he would by no means have it Thought that he Desires his Father to remove his Disciples hence by death, to take them out of the world:
pn22 vvb po12 n1 np1 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp po11 n1, pns31 vmd p-acp dx n2 vhb pn31 vvn cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10514
No, saith our Saviour, that is not the thing I pray for; I pray not that thou shouldst take them out of the world:
No, Says our Saviour, that is not the thing I pray for; I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world:
uh-dx, vvz po12 n1, cst vbz xx dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp; pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10515
And even as he disowns it in his prayer, so should we; for we must walk in every imitable thing, as we have him for an example:
And even as he disowns it in his prayer, so should we; for we must walk in every imitable thing, as we have him for an Exampl:
cc av c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av vmd pns12; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns12 vhb pno31 p-acp dt n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10516
And out of doubt, he speaks not this for the direction of his Father, that he might not be mistaken (as I noted even now) but on the other side,
And out of doubt, he speaks not this for the direction of his Father, that he might not be mistaken (as I noted even now) but on the other side,
cc av pp-f n1, pns31 vvz xx d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn (c-acp pns11 vvd av av) cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10517
for the instruction of his Apostles and Disciples, who were by and heard him pray: That they might learn not to exceed their bounds in their petitions:
for the instruction of his Apostles and Disciples, who were by and herd him pray: That they might Learn not to exceed their bounds in their petitions:
p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbdr a-acp cc vvd pno31 vvi: cst pns32 vmd vvi xx pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10518
And when they seriously consider how they are hated, and maligned, and abused in the world, they might not yet desire the Lord on this account, that he would take them hence,
And when they seriously Consider how they Are hated, and maligned, and abused in the world, they might not yet desire the Lord on this account, that he would take them hence,
cc c-crq pns32 av-j vvb c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvd, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd xx av vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av,
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10519
but rather that he would preserve and keep them here, as you have it in my Text;
but rather that he would preserve and keep them Here, as you have it in my Text;
cc-acp av-c cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 av, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10520
I pray not that thou shouldst take them out of the world, but that thou shouldst keep them from the evil. And the ground is evident.I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world, but that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil. And the ground is evident.
pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, cc-acp cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn. cc dt n1 vbz j.
(45) part (DIV2)
1354
Page 367
10521
Removal out of this world is not the proper subject matter of Petition, because it is not simply in it self a blessing.
Removal out of this world is not the proper Subject matter of Petition, Because it is not simply in it self a blessing.
n1 av pp-f d n1 vbz xx dt j j-jn n1 pp-f vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10522
Indeed by accident I must acknowledge death and departure hence, is turned exceed ngly to the advantage of the Saints.
Indeed by accident I must acknowledge death and departure hence, is turned exceed ngly to the advantage of the Saints.
np1 p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 av, vbz vvn vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10523
For by it they are freed from evils penal, and from evils sinful; from suffering, and from sinning;
For by it they Are freed from evils penal, and from evils sinful; from suffering, and from sinning;
p-acp p-acp pn31 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2-jn j, cc p-acp n2-jn j; p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg;
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10524
they are admitted to most near communion with him whom their soul loves, and whom their hearts do even gasp after, from whose immediate presence they are unavoidably debarred,
they Are admitted to most near communion with him whom their soul loves, and whom their hearts do even gasp After, from whose immediate presence they Are avoidable debarred,
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp ds j n1 p-acp pno31 ro-crq po32 n1 vvz, cc r-crq po32 n2 vdb av vvi a-acp, p-acp rg-crq j n1 pns32 vbr av-j vvn,
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10525
as long as they remain in this world.
as long as they remain in this world.
c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10526
But properly life and continuance in the body is the blessing, and therefore it is properly to be desired.
But properly life and Continuance in the body is the blessing, and Therefore it is properly to be desired.
p-acp av-j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc av pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10527
We find it usually to be propounded in the promise, as the reward of holiness, and of obedience.
We find it usually to be propounded in the promise, as the reward of holiness, and of Obedience.
pns12 vvb pn31 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10528
And in this form we have it in the fifth Commandment, which is the first Commandment with promise, the only one that hath a promise of the second Table, the only one of all the ten that hath a distinct and particular promise.
And in this from we have it in the fifth Commandment, which is the First Commandment with promise, the only one that hath a promise of the second Table, the only one of all the ten that hath a distinct and particular promise.
cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 p-acp n1, dt j pi cst vhz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, dt j pi pp-f d dt crd cst vhz dt j cc j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10529
And now you will expect, I know, there should be some transcendent mercy comprehended in such a singular and extraordinary promise as this is.
And now you will expect, I know, there should be Some transcendent mercy comprehended in such a singular and extraordinary promise as this is.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vmd vbi d j n1 vvn p-acp d dt j cc j n1 c-acp d vbz.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10530
And yet it is but long life in this world, that thy days may be long in the land, &c. That promise is a pregnant one to this effect, Psal. 91. ult. with long life will I satisfie him, and shew him my salvation.
And yet it is but long life in this world, that thy days may be long in the land, etc. That promise is a pregnant one to this Effect, Psalm 91. ult. with long life will I satisfy him, and show him my salvation.
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, av cst n1 vbz dt j pi p-acp d n1, np1 crd n1. p-acp j n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 po11 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10531
First I will satisfie him with long life, he shall live so long on earth, till he be full of days,
First I will satisfy him with long life, he shall live so long on earth, till he be full of days,
ord pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp j n1, pns31 vmb vvi av av-j p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vbb j pp-f n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10532
even as the stomack that is full of meat, till he desire to live no longer, till nature be spun out to the uttermost extent,
even as the stomach that is full of meat, till he desire to live no longer, till nature be spun out to the uttermost extent,
av c-acp dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc, c-acp n1 vbb vvn av p-acp dt j n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10533
and after I will shew him my salvation; I will bring him to the place where he shall live for evermore.
and After I will show him my salvation; I will bring him to the place where he shall live for evermore.
cc c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno31 po11 n1; pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1355
Page 367
10534
And hence it is, because continuance here is properly and in it self a blessing (as on the other side the contrary thereto, the rooting out of the land of the living is properly and in it self a curse) that holyest Saints have deprecated taking hence:
And hence it is, Because Continuance Here is properly and in it self a blessing (as on the other side the contrary thereto, the rooting out of the land of the living is properly and in it self a curse) that Holiest Saints have deprecated taking hence:
cc av pn31 vbz, c-acp n1 av vbz av-j cc p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1 (c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n-jn av, dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg vbz av-j cc p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1) cst js n2 vhb vvn vvg av:
(45) part (DIV2)
1356
Page 367
10535
They have been so far from praying that God would take them out of the world, that they have rather prayed against it;
They have been so Far from praying that God would take them out of the world, that they have rather prayed against it;
pns32 vhb vbn av av-j p-acp vvg cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vhb av vvn p-acp pn31;
(45) part (DIV2)
1356
Page 367
10536
Lord take me not away in the midst of my days, Psal. 102.24. How did they plead sometimes for their indangered lives, as a prisoner at the bar!Lord take me not away in the midst of my days, Psalm 102.24. How did they plead sometime for their endangered lives, as a prisoner At the bar!
n1 vvb pno11 xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, np1 crd. q-crq vdd pns32 vvi av p-acp po32 vvd n2, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1!
(45) part (DIV2)
1356
Page 367
10537
and when the Lord was pleased to leave them in the world a little longer, they were exceedingly affected and enlarged to thankfulness:
and when the Lord was pleased to leave them in the world a little longer, they were exceedingly affected and enlarged to thankfulness:
cc c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 dt j av-jc, pns32 vbdr av-vvg j-vvn cc vvn p-acp n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1356
Page 367
10538
As Hezekiah was you know, who penned a Psalm of praise on this occasion, and this was the burthen of it, The living, the living, they shall praise thee, as I do this day.
As Hezekiah was you know, who penned a Psalm of praise on this occasion, and this was the burden of it, The living, the living, they shall praise thee, as I do this day.
c-acp np1 vbds pn22 vvn, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cc d vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j-vvg, dt j-vvg, pns32 vmb vvi pno21, c-acp pns11 vdb d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1356
Page 368
10539
But you will interpose and say perhaps, Some of the choicest Saints of God have prayed expresly to be taken hence,
But you will interpose and say perhaps, some of the Choicest Saints of God have prayed expressly to be taken hence,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi av, d pp-f dt js n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn av-j pc-acp vbi vvn av,
(45) part (DIV2)
1357
Page 368
10540
and therefore it should seem to be the proper subject matter of Petition. and Therefore it should seem to be the proper Subject matter of Petition.
cc av pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt j j-jn n1 pp-f vvb.
(45) part (DIV2)
1357
Page 368
10541
1. To this I answer, such as prayed aright, did not make their removal hence by death the proper subject matter of their prayers.
1. To this I answer, such as prayed aright, did not make their removal hence by death the proper Subject matter of their Prayers.
crd p-acp d pns11 vvb, d c-acp vvd av, vdd xx vvi po32 n1 av p-acp n1 dt j j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10542
They did not seek it simply and abstractly by and for it self, but in relation to some other thing which they could not have without it.
They did not seek it simply and abstractly by and for it self, but in Relation to Some other thing which they could not have without it.
pns32 vdd xx vvi pn31 av-j cc av-j p-acp cc p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n1 r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10543
It's true indeed, that the Apostle Paul desired to be dissolved and to be with Christ;
It's true indeed, that the Apostle Paul desired to be dissolved and to be with christ;
pn31|vbz j av, cst dt n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10544
he could not be with Christ (he knew) unless he were dissolved first;
he could not be with christ (he knew) unless he were dissolved First;
pns31 vmd xx vbi p-acp np1 (pns31 vvd) cs pns31 vbdr vvn ord;
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10545
and therefore that he might injoy him, he was contented to be dissolved for that end.
and Therefore that he might enjoy him, he was contented to be dissolved for that end.
cc av cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10546
Or otherwise he would have been far enough from desiring dissolution:
Or otherwise he would have been Far enough from desiring dissolution:
cc av pns31 vmd vhi vbn av-j av-d p-acp vvg n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10547
And therefore in another place he speaks clearly, We would not be unclothed, saith he, viz. of life and of the body, 2 Cor. 5.4. that is not properly the thing that we desire;
And Therefore in Another place he speaks clearly, We would not be unclothed, Says he, viz. of life and of the body, 2 Cor. 5.4. that is not properly the thing that we desire;
cc av p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz av-j, pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn, vvz pns31, n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. cst vbz xx av-j dt n1 cst pns12 vvb;
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10548
But we would be clothed upon with immortality in heaven. But we would be clothed upon with immortality in heaven.
p-acp pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10549
If it might be possible, we would be clothed upon with that, without the putting off of this.
If it might be possible, we would be clothed upon with that, without the putting off of this.
cs pn31 vmd vbi j, pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d, p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10550
Indeed he saith before, in the Name of all the Saints, We that are in this Tabernacle do groan, being burthened.
Indeed he Says before, in the Name of all the Saints, We that Are in this Tabernacle do groan, being burdened.
av pns31 vvz a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2, pns12 d vbr p-acp d n1 vdb vvi, vbg j-vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10551
But yet it was not life considered in it self that was their burthen;
But yet it was not life considered in it self that was their burden;
p-acp av pn31 vbds xx n1 vvn p-acp pn31 n1 cst vbds po32 n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10552
but with its evil adjuncts and associates which do continually cleave to it, and which cannot be severed from it in this world.
but with its evil adjuncts and associates which do continually cleave to it, and which cannot be severed from it in this world.
cc-acp p-acp po31 j-jn n2 cc n2 r-crq vdb av-j vvi p-acp pn31, cc q-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10553
So that if you take life, you must take that which comes with it.
So that if you take life, you must take that which comes with it.
av cst cs pn22 vvb n1, pn22 vmb vvi d r-crq vvz p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10554
In this respect indeed, it is a burthen to the holyest Saints, because it is accompanyed with such a burthen of corruption,
In this respect indeed, it is a burden to the Holiest Saints, Because it is accompanied with such a burden of corruption,
p-acp d n1 av, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt js n2, c-acp pn31 vbz vvd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10555
as makes them groan and faint under it.
as makes them groan and faint under it.
c-acp vvz pno32 vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10556
But if it be considered simply and abstractly in it self, it is not a burthen from which the Saints do groan to be delivered;
But if it be considered simply and abstractly in it self, it is not a burden from which the Saints do groan to be Delivered;
p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn av-j cc av-j p-acp pn31 n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n2 vdb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn;
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10557
no, it is a blessing rather, of which they groan to be deprived.
no, it is a blessing rather, of which they groan to be deprived.
uh-dx, pn31 vbz dt n1 av-c, pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1358
Page 368
10558
2. Most of the Saints who have desired God to take them hence, have failed and sinned in those desires of theirs.
2. Most of the Saints who have desired God to take them hence, have failed and sinned in those Desires of theirs.
crd ds pp-f dt n2 r-crq vhb vvn np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f png32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10559
It was their weakness and infirmity, they did it out of fear and despondency of Spirit, out of passion and impatience.
It was their weakness and infirmity, they did it out of Fear and despondency of Spirit, out of passion and impatience.
pn31 vbds po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vdd pn31 av pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f n1 cc n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10560
And thus it seems Eliah did when he fled from Jezabel, 1 King. 19.4.
And thus it seems Elijah did when he fled from Jezebel, 1 King. 19.4.
cc av pn31 vvz np1 vdd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, crd n1. crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10561
And thus it is extreamly probable that Moses did, Num. 11.10, 15. For it is said he was displeased, and in that angry fit he said to God, Wherefore hast thou afflicted me? If thou deal thus with me, kill me I pray thee out of hand,
And thus it is extremely probable that Moses did, Num. 11.10, 15. For it is said he was displeased, and in that angry fit he said to God, Wherefore hast thou afflicted me? If thou deal thus with me, kill me I pray thee out of hand,
cc av pn31 vbz av-jn j cst np1 vdd, np1 crd, crd p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pns31 vbds vvn, cc p-acp d j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11? cs pns21 vvb av p-acp pno11, vvb pno11 pns11 vvb pno21 av pp-f n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10562
and do not let me see my wretchedness. and do not let me see my wretchedness.
cc vdb xx vvi pno11 vvi po11 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10563
And thus it is apparent Jonas did, who being crost in a punctilio, in a point of honor, out of a pettish, foolish, childish humour, will go die forsooth, God must take away his life;
And thus it is apparent Jonah did, who being crossed in a punctilio, in a point of honour, out of a pettish, foolish, childish humour, will go die forsooth, God must take away his life;
cc av pn31 vbz j np1 vdd, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f dt j, j, j n1, vmb vvi vvi uh, np1 vmb vvi av po31 n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10564
These imperfections of the Saints are left upon record in Scripture, not as marks to be aimed at,
These imperfections of the Saints Are left upon record in Scripture, not as marks to be aimed At,
d n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, xx p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp,
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10565
but as rocks to be declined. Now to proceed, to make some Application of the point;
but as Rocks to be declined. Now to proceed, to make Some Application of the point;
cc-acp c-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. av pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1359
Page 368
10566
My Brethren, is it so, that removal out of this world, is not the proper subject matter of Petition? Then let not any of us make it so,
My Brothers, is it so, that removal out of this world, is not the proper Subject matter of Petition? Then let not any of us make it so,
po11 n2, vbz pn31 av, cst n1 av pp-f d n1, vbz xx dt j j-jn n1 pp-f vvb? av vvb xx d pp-f pno12 vvi pn31 av,
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 368
10567
when we are putting up our supplications and requests to God.
when we Are putting up our supplications and requests to God.
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg a-acp po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 368
10568
When we consider how the world hates us, how it pours contempt upon us, how it follows us with troubles, persecutions and afflictions;
When we Consider how the world hates us, how it pours contempt upon us, how it follows us with Troubles, persecutions and afflictions;
c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz pno12, c-crq pn31 vvz n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp n2, n2 cc n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 368
10569
so that we see but little hope that we should ever live contentedly, and quietly, and freely here;
so that we see but little hope that we should ever live contentedly, and quietly, and freely Here;
av cst pns12 vvb p-acp j n1 cst pns12 vmd av vvi n1, cc av-jn, cc av-j av;
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 368
10570
it may be we are weary of it, and ever ready to desire the Lord that he would remove us from it.
it may be we Are weary of it, and ever ready to desire the Lord that he would remove us from it.
pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vbr j pp-f pn31, cc av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10571
To wish with Israel, in a pang of discontent, Numb. 11.1. Would God we were dead.
To wish with Israel, in a pang of discontent, Numb. 11.1. Would God we were dead.
p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, j. crd. vmd np1 pns12 vbdr j.
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10572
And with Eliah, It is enough, Lord take away our lives, 1 King. 14.4.
And with Elijah, It is enough, Lord take away our lives, 1 King. 14.4.
cc p-acp np1, pn31 vbz av-d, n1 vvb av po12 n2, crd n1. crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10573
It's that which many of us are too apt to do, when we are over-loaden with the cares and troubles of this world, to reach after deliverance,
It's that which many of us Are too apt to do, when we Are overladen with the Cares and Troubles of this world, to reach After deliverance,
pn31|vbz d r-crq d pp-f pno12 vbr av j pc-acp vdi, c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10574
and redress, and ease by this means:
and redress, and ease by this means:
cc n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10575
And therefore when we find our hearts are running out in such a way as this is, let us call them in again, let us correct our selves,
And Therefore when we find our hearts Are running out in such a Way as this is, let us call them in again, let us correct our selves,
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vbr vvg av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, vvb pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp av, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10576
and say as our Saviour in my Text, O Lord, we pray not that thou wouldst take us out of the world, we are far from such impatience, we are content to wait thy leisure to tarry till thy time come.
and say as our Saviour in my Text, Oh Lord, we pray not that thou Wouldst take us out of the world, we Are Far from such impatience, we Are content to wait thy leisure to tarry till thy time come.
cc vvb p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, uh n1, pns12 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno12 av pp-f dt n1, pns12 vbr av-j p-acp d n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 vvi.
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10577
And here to keep you from such extravagancies and irregular desires, I shall present you with a few things.
And Here to keep you from such extravagancies and irregular Desires, I shall present you with a few things.
cc av pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d n2 cc j n2, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1360
Page 369
10578
It is a special mercy of the Lord to give us life, and to continue us in this world,
It is a special mercy of the Lord to give us life, and to continue us in this world,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10579
though in a comfortless and sad condition.
though in a comfortless and sad condition.
cs p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10580
David was in a sorry case, afflicted, persecuted and oppressed when he put up that prayer to the Lord, Deal bountifully with thy servant, or be beneficial to thy servant, that I may live and keep thy Word, Psal. 119.17. He counted it a benefit to live, how troublesome soever his condition were.David was in a sorry case, afflicted, persecuted and oppressed when he put up that prayer to the Lord, Deal bountifully with thy servant, or be beneficial to thy servant, that I may live and keep thy Word, Psalm 119.17. He counted it a benefit to live, how troublesome soever his condition were.
np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1, j-vvn, vvn cc vvn c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb av-j p-acp po21 n1, cc vbb j p-acp po21 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi po21 n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq j av po31 n1 vbdr.
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10581
It's that which even Nature teaches us to reach after; Skin for skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life.
It's that which even Nature Teaches us to reach After; Skin for skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life.
pn31|vbz d r-crq av n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp; n1 p-acp n1, cc d cst dt n1 vhz n1 pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10582
And yet a life with nothing else, some will count worth nothing.
And yet a life with nothing Else, Some will count worth nothing.
cc av dt n1 p-acp pix av, d vmb vvi j pix.
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10583
You know my Brethren, all that God himself did promise to some very gratious men in times of common trouble and calamity, was only this, they should have their lives for a prey,
You know my Brothers, all that God himself did promise to Some very gracious men in times of Common trouble and calamity, was only this, they should have their lives for a prey,
pn22 vvb po11 n2, d cst np1 px31 vdd vvi p-acp d j j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vbds av-j d, pns32 vmd vhi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10584
and that was all, for great things were not to be looked for, Jer. 39.38. and 45.5.
and that was all, for great things were not to be looked for, Jer. 39.38. and 45.5.
cc cst vbds d, c-acp j n2 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, np1 crd. cc crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10585
And yet that was a great mercy. If we be not taken hence, perhaps we may enjoy the mercy to out-live troubles:
And yet that was a great mercy. If we be not taken hence, perhaps we may enjoy the mercy to outlive Troubles:
cc av cst vbds dt j n1. cs pns12 vbb xx vvn av, av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1361
Page 369
10586
It is mercy to live in them, but it is greater mercy to live beyond them;
It is mercy to live in them, but it is greater mercy to live beyond them;
pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn31 vbz jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32;
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10587
and this if we be quiet, and content, and patient, for ought we know, may be our portion.
and this if we be quiet, and content, and patient, for ought we know, may be our portion.
cc d cs pns12 vbb j-jn, cc j, cc j, c-acp pi pns12 vvi, vmb vbi po12 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10588
And this was that which David promised to himself, when he was almost over-come and over-whelmed with his afflictions and distresses:
And this was that which David promised to himself, when he was almost overcome and overwhelmed with his afflictions and Distresses:
cc d vbds d r-crq np1 vvn p-acp px31, c-crq pns31 vbds av vvi cc j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10589
I shall not die, but live, saith he, and declare the works of the Lord, Psal. 118.17. Me thinks he gathers up his spirits, when he was about to faint;I shall not die, but live, Says he, and declare the works of the Lord, Psalm 118.17. Me thinks he gathers up his spirits, when he was about to faint;
pns11 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb, vvz pns31, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pno11 vvz pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi;
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10590
why yet, saith he, I shall not dye, but live for all this, as near as I am brought;
why yet, Says he, I shall not die, but live for all this, as near as I am brought;
q-crq av, vvz pns31, pns11 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb p-acp d d, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vbm vvn;
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10591
yea I shall live to glory and triumph in Gods works, in that which he shall do for me:
yea I shall live to glory and triumph in God's works, in that which he shall do for me:
uh pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno11:
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10592
to live in dangerous times, and to get through them, though but with an escape, is mercy.
to live in dangerous times, and to get through them, though but with an escape, is mercy.
pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cs cc-acp p-acp dt n1, vbz n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10593
But to get through them with a conquest, is far greater mercy. To live in troubles, though in the end they overcome us, is an honor.
But to get through them with a conquest, is Far greater mercy. To live in Troubles, though in the end they overcome us, is an honour.
p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j jc n1. p-acp vvi p-acp n2, cs p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pno12, vbz dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10594
But to live in them, so as in the end to overcome them;
But to live in them, so as in the end to overcome them;
p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32;
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10595
to be as the Apostle was, in deaths often, and yet to live and to triumph, this is happiness indeed.
to be as the Apostle was, in death's often, and yet to live and to triumph, this is happiness indeed.
pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 vbds, p-acp n2 av, cc av pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, d vbz n1 av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1362
Page 369
10596
Consider, in the worst of times, and in the midst of greatest troubles, you may be serviceable to the Church of Christ.
Consider, in the worst of times, and in the midst of greatest Troubles, you may be serviceable to the Church of christ.
vvb, p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2, pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1363
Page 369
10597
Perhaps more serviceable then in better times, because the Church may need you more.
Perhaps more serviceable then in better times, Because the Church may need you more.
av av-dc j cs p-acp jc n2, c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc.
(45) part (DIV2)
1363
Page 369
10598
This caused Paul, who else had certainly desired dissolution, to pitch upon continuance in the body;
This caused Paul, who Else had Certainly desired dissolution, to pitch upon Continuance in the body;
np1 vvd np1, r-crq av vhd av-j vvn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1363
Page 369
10599
For me, saith he, to die is gain, it is best to be dissolved and to be with Christ: For me, Says he, to die is gain, it is best to be dissolved and to be with christ:
p-acp pno11, vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi vbz n1, pn31 vbz js pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1363
Page 369
10600
But to abide in the flesh is more needful for you, Phil. 1.24.But to abide in the Flesh is more needful for you, Philip 1.24.
cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp pn22, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1363
Page 370
10601
And therefore that I shall resolve upon, as David once, I shall prefer the Church before my own joy, yea, before my chief joy.
And Therefore that I shall resolve upon, as David once, I shall prefer the Church before my own joy, yea, before my chief joy.
cc av cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, c-acp np1 a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 d n1, uh, p-acp po11 j-jn n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1363
Page 370
10602
And as you may be serviceable to the Church in the midst of greatest troubles;
And as you may be serviceable to the Church in the midst of greatest Troubles;
cc c-acp pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10603
so you may be instrumental to the glory of the Lord, perhaps more instrumental then in better times.
so you may be instrumental to the glory of the Lord, perhaps more instrumental then in better times.
av pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av av-dc j cs p-acp jc n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10670
And then the Devil or their own corruptions may entice them long enough, before they can prevail against them,
And then the devil or their own corruptions may entice them long enough, before they can prevail against them,
cc av dt n1 cc po32 d n2 vmb vvi pno32 av-j av-d, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10604
It was the weakness of Eliah, that God must take away his life, when by his own confession, there was none almost to stand up and appear for God and for his Truth against the great corruptions in those times, but he only:
It was the weakness of Elijah, that God must take away his life, when by his own Confessi, there was none almost to stand up and appear for God and for his Truth against the great corruptions in those times, but he only:
pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vmb vvi av po31 n1, c-crq p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vbds pix av pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2 p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns31 av-j:
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10605
Then should he have desired to have lived, when God had greatest need of him:
Then should he have desired to have lived, when God had greatest need of him:
av vmd pns31 vhb vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, c-crq np1 vhd js n1 pp-f pno31:
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10606
It's true, that death in such a case would be a benefit and ease to us;
It's true, that death in such a case would be a benefit and ease to us;
pn31|vbz j, cst n1 p-acp d dt n1 vmd vbi dt n1 cc vvi p-acp pno12;
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10607
yea, but our life would be a glory to the Lord; and this we should desire before the other.
yea, but our life would be a glory to the Lord; and this we should desire before the other.
uh, cc-acp po12 n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc d pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10608
This world is the proper place where we bring glory to the Lord; in the world that is to come, we are glorified by him;
This world is the proper place where we bring glory to the Lord; in the world that is to come, we Are glorified by him;
d n1 vbz dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31;
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10609
Oh let us be so ingenuous to desire to be a while where we may bring God glory, rather then where we may have glory from him.
O let us be so ingenuous to desire to be a while where we may bring God glory, rather then where we may have glory from him.
uh vvb pno12 vbi av j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi np1 n1, av-c cs c-crq pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10610
Let us not be so eager for our wages, for our rest, till we have finished our work,
Let us not be so eager for our wages, for our rest, till we have finished our work,
vvb pno12 xx vbi av j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn po12 n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10611
and served our generations, and when we have done so, then God will glorifie us with himself for ever.
and served our generations, and when we have done so, then God will Glorify us with himself for ever.
cc vvd po12 n2, cc c-crq pns12 vhb vdn av, cs np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1 c-acp av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1364
Page 370
10612
And thus far of the first part of our Saviours Explication, in which he tells his Father plainly and expresly, what he doth not pray for:
And thus Far of the First part of our Saviors Explication, in which he tells his Father plainly and expressly, what he does not pray for:
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-j cc av-j, r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp:
(45) part (DIV2)
1365
Page 370
10613
I pray not that thou shouldst take them out of the world. I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world.
pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1365
Page 370
10614
The second follows now in order to be handled, in which he tells him what he doth pray for;
The second follows now in order to be handled, in which he tells him what he does pray for;
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31 r-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp;
(45) part (DIV2)
1365
Page 370
10615
But that thou shouldst keep them from the evil. There is no difficulty in the terms, requiring any tedious Explication.But that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil. There is no difficulty in the terms, requiring any tedious Explication.
p-acp cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2, vvg d j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1365
Page 370
10616
Some dispute indeed there is about the meaning of the word Evil, from which our Saviour prays his Father to keep those that belong to him.
some dispute indeed there is about the meaning of the word Evil, from which our Saviour prays his Father to keep those that belong to him.
d n1 av pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j-jn, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d cst vvb p-acp pno31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10617
There want not some Expositors who understand this Evil here to be the world it self, which indeed is very evill, which lies in wickedness,
There want not Some Expositors who understand this Evil Here to be the world it self, which indeed is very evil, which lies in wickedness,
a-acp vvb xx d n2 r-crq vvb d j-jn av pc-acp vbi dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq av vbz av j-jn, r-crq vvz p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10618
as the Apostle speaks, 1 Joh. 5.19.
as the Apostle speaks, 1 John 5.19.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10619
As if our Saviour should have said, I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world,
As if our Saviour should have said, I pray not that thou Shouldst take them out of the world,
p-acp cs po12 n1 vmd vhi vvn, pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10620
but that thou shouldst keep them from the world, which is evil in it self,but that thou Shouldst keep them from the world, which is evil in it self,
cc-acp cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pn31 n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10621
and which will surely draw them into evil too, by her temptations, and her sugred baits,
and which will surely draw them into evil too, by her temptations, and her sugared baits,
cc r-crq vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn av, p-acp po31 n2, cc po31 j-vvn n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10622
unless thou keep a watchful eye upon them, and take them into thy tuition.
unless thou keep a watchful eye upon them, and take them into thy tuition.
cs pns21 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1366
Page 370
10623
Others take evil in the ordinary notion of it, and so it comprehendeth and involveth in it all sin,
Others take evil in the ordinary notion of it, and so it comprehendeth and involveth in it all since,
ng2-jn vvi av-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc av pn31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31 d n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1367
Page 370
10624
and all affliction, according to the known distinction of it, into the evil of fault,
and all affliction, according to the known distinction of it, into the evil of fault,
cc d n1, vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1367
Page 370
10625
and the evil of pain, whereof the latter is the fruit and issue of the former.
and the evil of pain, whereof the latter is the fruit and issue of the former.
cc dt n-jn pp-f n1, c-crq dt d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j.
(45) part (DIV2)
1367
Page 370
10626
So that our Saviour in their apprehension prays his Father, that he would keep his Apostles and Disciples from all the evil in the world;
So that our Saviour in their apprehension prays his Father, that he would keep his Apostles and Disciples from all the evil in the world;
av cst po12 n1 p-acp po32 n1 vvz po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d dt j-jn p-acp dt n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1367
Page 370
10627
For all may be reduced to these two heads.
For all may be reduced to these two Heads.
c-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1367
Page 370
10628
Not that he would remove them from it, but that he would preserve them from the evill in it.
Not that he would remove them from it, but that he would preserve them from the evil in it.
xx cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1367
Page 370
10629
Others conceive the Evil mentioned in my Text, to be the Devil.
Others conceive the Evil mentioned in my Text, to be the devil.
ng2-jn vvb dt j-jn vvn p-acp po11 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 370
10630
For he is often called the evil one in Scripture, as you may see that place for instance, 1 Joh. 5.18. Beza is very resolute for this interpretation:
For he is often called the evil one in Scripture, as you may see that place for instance, 1 John 5.18. Beza is very resolute for this Interpretation:
p-acp pns31 vbz av vvn dt j-jn crd p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. np1 vbz av j p-acp d n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 370
10631
For NONLATINALPHABET (as he conceives) is rather taken for a person then a thing:
For (as he conceives) is rather taken for a person then a thing:
p-acp (c-acp pns31 vvz) vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 cs dt n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 370
10632
And besides, the Article, saith he, which is adjoyned puts the matter out of question, That thou wouldst keep them, NONLATINALPHABET, that is, from the wicked one.
And beside, the Article, Says he, which is adjoined puts the matter out of question, That thou Wouldst keep them,, that is, from the wicked one.
cc a-acp, dt n1, vvz pns31, r-crq vbz vvn vvz dt n1 av pp-f n1, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32,, cst vbz, p-acp dt j pi.
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 371
10633
And so we find the same expression used by the Apostle, 1 Joh. 2.13.
And so we find the same expression used by the Apostle, 1 John 2.13.
cc av pns12 vvb dt d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 371
10634
I write unto you young men, because you have overcome NONLATINALPHABET, the wicked one, that is, the Devil. As for my own part, I see no reason to reject this,I write unto you young men, Because you have overcome, the wicked one, that is, the devil. As for my own part, I see no reason to reject this,
pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 j n2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, dt j pi, cst vbz, dt n1. c-acp p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi d,
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 371
10635
or either of the other Expositions, but to take our Saviours prayer in the largest and most comprehensive sense, which will be most for the support and comfort of the Church.
or either of the other Expositions, but to take our Saviors prayer in the Largest and most comprehensive sense, which will be most for the support and Comfort of the Church.
cc d pp-f dt j-jn n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1, r-crq vmb vbi ds p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 371
10636
And so accordingly the Observation shall be this.
And so accordingly the Observation shall be this.
cc av av-vvg av n1 vmb vbi d.
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 371
10637
DOCTRINE. God can and will preserve those that belong to Jesus Christ, from all evil as long as they remain in this world.DOCTRINE. God can and will preserve those that belong to jesus christ, from all evil as long as they remain in this world.
n1. np1 vmb cc vmb vvi d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, p-acp d n-jn c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1368
Page 371
10638
Whether the evil be the evil of corruption, or the evil of affliction, the evil of sin, or the evil of punishment.
Whither the evil be the evil of corruption, or the evil of affliction, the evil of since, or the evil of punishment.
cs dt n-jn vbb dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1, dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10639
Whether the evil be the world; as some conceive, or the Devil, as others think;
Whither the evil be the world; as Some conceive, or the devil, as Others think;
cs dt n-jn vbb dt n1; c-acp d vvb, cc dt n1, c-acp n2-jn vvb;
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10640
God can and will preserve those that belong to Jesus Christ from all these in such a sense as I shall open to you by and by.
God can and will preserve those that belong to jesus christ from all these in such a sense as I shall open to you by and by.
np1 vmb cc vmb vvi d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d d p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp cc p-acp.
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10641
Both these are manifest in this Petition of our Saviours here; I pray, saith he, that thou wouldst keep them from the evil:
Both these Are manifest in this Petition of our Saviors hear; I pray, Says he, that thou Wouldst keep them from the evil:
av-d d vbr j p-acp d vvb pp-f po12 ng1 vvi; pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn:
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10642
From what evil? none is excepted, and therefore out of doubt, he means from all evil.
From what evil? none is excepted, and Therefore out of doubt, he means from all evil.
p-acp r-crq j-jn? pi vbz vvn, cc av av pp-f n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10643
He prays that God would so preserve them, that nothing that is really and truly evil (not in it self and in its nature only,
He prays that God would so preserve them, that nothing that is really and truly evil (not in it self and in its nature only,
pns31 vvz cst np1 vmd av vvi pno32, cst pix cst vbz av-j cc av-j j-jn (xx p-acp pn31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1 av-j,
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10644
but to them) nothing that is so to them, might come upon them.
but to them) nothing that is so to them, might come upon them.
cc-acp p-acp pno32) pix cst vbz av p-acp pno32, vmd vvi p-acp pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10645
And seeing Jesus Christ desires it of his Father, it is very evident that he is able so to keep them,
And seeing jesus christ Desires it of his Father, it is very evident that he is able so to keep them,
np1 vvg np1 np1 vvz pn31 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz av j cst pns31 vbz j av pc-acp vvi pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10646
or else it were a vain Prayer;
or Else it were a vain Prayer;
cc av pn31 vbdr dt j n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10647
and it is as manifest, that he will keep them so, or else it were a fruitless and an ineffectual prayer.
and it is as manifest, that he will keep them so, or Else it were a fruitless and an ineffectual prayer.
cc pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av, cc av pn31 vbdr dt j cc dt j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1369
Page 371
10649
For clearing of the observation, I shall shew you particularly and distinctly, that God can and will preserve them from the evil of temptation,
For clearing of the observation, I shall show you particularly and distinctly, that God can and will preserve them from the evil of temptation,
p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j cc av-j, cst np1 vmb cc vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1370
Page 371
10650
and from the evil of corruption, and from the evil of affliction: And if he keep from these, he keeps from all;
and from the evil of corruption, and from the evil of affliction: And if he keep from these, he keeps from all;
cc p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1: cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp d, pns31 vvz p-acp d;
(45) part (DIV2)
1370
Page 371
10651
from the world and Devil too, though neither of them be expresly mentioned;
from the world and devil too, though neither of them be expressly mentioned;
p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av, cs dx pp-f pno32 vbb av-j vvn;
(45) part (DIV2)
1370
Page 371
10652
for if the world, or Devil hurt us, it must be either by temptation or affliction.
for if the world, or devil hurt us, it must be either by temptation or affliction.
c-acp cs dt n1, cc n1 vvb pno12, pn31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp n1 cc n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1370
Page 371
10653
God can and will preserve those that belong to Jesus Christ from the evil of temptation.
God can and will preserve those that belong to jesus christ from the evil of temptation.
np1 vmb cc vmb vvi d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1371
Page 371
10654
Whether you understand it of the temptation of the world, or the temptation of the Devil,
Whither you understand it of the temptation of the world, or the temptation of the devil,
cs pn22 vvb pn31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1371
Page 371
10655
or the temptation of our own hearts:
or the temptation of our own hearts:
cc dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1371
Page 371
10656
God can and will preserve us from it, or the evil of it, as I shall shew you evidently from the Scripture.
God can and will preserve us from it, or the evil of it, as I shall show you evidently from the Scripture.
np1 vmb cc vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, cc dt n-jn pp-f pn31, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j p-acp dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1371
Page 371
10657
Either he will preserve from the assault, or from the prevalence, or from the hurt of the temptation.
Either he will preserve from the assault, or from the prevalence, or from the hurt of the temptation.
av-d pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1371
Page 371
10658
1. Sometimes the Lord preserves those that belong to Christ from the assault of the temptation.
1. Sometime the Lord preserves those that belong to christ from the assault of the temptation.
crd av dt n1 vvz d cst vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 371
10659
He doth not give the Tempter leave to tempt them: For you must know, my Brethren, that the Devil cannot once inject a wicked thought,
He does not give the Tempter leave to tempt them: For you must know, my Brothers, that the devil cannot once inject a wicked Thought,
pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32: c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst dt n1 vmbx a-acp vvi dt j n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 371
10660
or suggest a sinful motion, without allowance granted him from God: you may behold him bound and chained, Apoc. 20.2.
or suggest a sinful motion, without allowance granted him from God: you may behold him bound and chained, Apocalypse 20.2.
cc vvb dt j n1, p-acp n1 vvd pno31 p-acp np1: pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvn cc vvn, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 371
10661
and that to this end, that he may deceive no more, untill the time and season of his chaining be expired,
and that to this end, that he may deceive no more, until the time and season of his chaining be expired,
cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dx n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-vvg vbb vvn,
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10662
and after loosed at the Lords appointment. And he will loose him only when himself pleaseth.
and After loosed At the lords appointment. And he will lose him only when himself Pleases.
cc a-acp vvd p-acp dt n2 n1. cc pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av-j q-crq px31 vvz.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10663
So that the Devil cannot tempt us when he will; he must confine himself within the compass of his chain.
So that the devil cannot tempt us when he will; he must confine himself within the compass of his chain.
av cst dt n1 vmbx vvi pno12 c-crq pns31 vmb; pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10664
Indeed if God enlarge him once, he may go forth and entice us, and prevail, as you may see in that example, 1 King. •2. 22.
Indeed if God enlarge him once, he may go forth and entice us, and prevail, as you may see in that Exampl, 1 King. •2. 22.
np1 cs np1 vvb pno31 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi av cc vvb pno12, cc vvi, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, crd n1. n1. crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10665
But if he limit him, he cannot move, nor meddle with us any way. This roaring Lyon walketh up and down, saith the Apostle, 1 Pet. 5.8. seeking whom he may devour.
But if he limit him, he cannot move, nor meddle with us any Way. This roaring lion walks up and down, Says the Apostle, 1 Pet. 5.8. seeking whom he may devour.
p-acp cs pns31 vvb pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi, ccx vvi p-acp pno12 d n1. d vvg n1 vvz a-acp cc a-acp, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10666
Not whom he will, it is not so, but whom he may devour. There are some whom he may assault,
Not whom he will, it is not so, but whom he may devour. There Are Some whom he may assault,
xx ro-crq pns31 vmb, pn31 vbz xx av, cc-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. pc-acp vbr d r-crq pns31 vmb vvi,
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10667
and others whom he may not; some whom he may devour, and others whom he may not.
and Others whom he may not; Some whom he may devour, and Others whom he may not.
cc ng2-jn r-crq pns31 vmb xx; d r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, cc ng2-jn r-crq pns31 vmb xx.
(45) part (DIV2)
1372
Page 372
10668
2. If God preserve, not those who belong to Jesus Christ from the assault, he uses to preserve them from the prevalence of the temptation.
2. If God preserve, not those who belong to jesus christ from the assault, he uses to preserve them from the prevalence of the temptation.
crd cs np1 vvb, xx d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10669
Perhaps he gives the tempter power to tempt them, but then he doth not give them up into the tempters power.
Perhaps he gives the tempter power to tempt them, but then he does not give them up into the tempters power.
av pns31 vvz dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10833
but more then so, he doth them much good by them;
but more then so, he does them much good by them;
cc-acp av-dc cs av, pns31 vdz pno32 d j p-acp pno32;
(45) part (DIV2)
1392
Page 377
10671
unless he give them up to Sathan, or their own lusts, unless he leave them, as it is said of Hezekiah in the same case, 2 Chron. 32.31. You know that Sathan was permitted to set upon our Saviour Christ himself;
unless he give them up to Sathan, or their own Lustiest, unless he leave them, as it is said of Hezekiah in the same case, 2 Chronicles 32.31. You know that Sathan was permitted to Set upon our Saviour christ himself;
cs pns31 vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, cc po32 d n2, cs pns31 vvb pno32, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt d n1, crd np1 crd. pn22 vvb cst np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 np1 px31;
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10672
but though he had obtained leave to tempt him, he had not leave to overcome him.
but though he had obtained leave to tempt him, he had not leave to overcome him.
cc-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vhd xx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10673
So at his earnest motion he procured a commission from the Lord to worry Job. But he had only power to tempt him;
So At his earnest motion he procured a commission from the Lord to worry Job. But he had only power to tempt him;
av p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1. p-acp pns31 vhd av-j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31;
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10674
Job was not given up to his power, and therefore though he did his worst, he could not foll him in the combate.Job was not given up to his power, and Therefore though he did his worst, he could not foll him in the combat.
np1 vbds xx vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc av cs pns31 vdd po31 js, pns31 vmd xx vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10675
So he desired to sift add winnow Peter, and so far forth, it seemeth, he obtained his desire, that he winnowed him indeed;
So he desired to sift add winnow Peter, and so Far forth, it seems, he obtained his desire, that he winnowed him indeed;
av pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi vvb vvi np1, cc av av-j av, pn31 vvz, pns31 vvd po31 n1, cst pns31 vvn pno31 av;
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10676
But though he winnowed him, he could not hurt him, because he had a God to keep him, a Christ to intercede for him:
But though he winnowed him, he could not hurt him, Because he had a God to keep him, a christ to intercede for him:
cc-acp cs pns31 vvn pno31, pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, dt np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31:
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10677
Simon, Simon, saith our Saviour, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may winnow you as Wheat, Luke 22.31. But I have prayed for thee that thy faith fail not. Simon, Simon, Says our Saviour, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may winnow you as Wheat, Lycia 22.31. But I have prayed for thee that thy faith fail not.
np1, np1, vvz po12 n1, np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vhi pn22, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1, av crd. cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 d po21 n1 vvb xx.
(45) part (DIV2)
1373
Page 372
10678
We want not many sweet and pretious promises to this effect dispersed and scattered up and down the Scripture, that God will either keep us from temptation,
We want not many sweet and precious promises to this Effect dispersed and scattered up and down the Scripture, that God will either keep us from temptation,
pns12 vvb xx d j cc j n2 p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn a-acp cc a-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmb av-d vvi pno12 p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10679
or if he suffer and permit us to be tempted, he will not give us up into the power of the temptation,
or if he suffer and permit us to be tempted, he will not give us up into the power of the temptation,
cc cs pns31 vvb cc vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10680
but will preserve us so that the very gates of hell shall not prevail against us, Mat. 16.18.
but will preserve us so that the very gates of hell shall not prevail against us, Mathew 16.18.
cc-acp vmb vvi pno12 av cst dt j n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10681
If Sathan or the world desire to set upon us, the Lord will either save us and deliver us from the temptation, which he knoweth how to do, be the temptation what it will,
If Sathan or the world desire to Set upon us, the Lord will either save us and deliver us from the temptation, which he Knoweth how to do, be the temptation what it will,
cs np1 cc dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, dt n1 vmb av-d vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vdi, vbb dt n1 r-crq pn31 vmb,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10682
as the Apostle Peter speaks, 1 Pet. 2.9.
as the Apostle Peter speaks, 1 Pet. 2.9.
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10683
or else he will support us in it, according to his Covenant with us, for he is faithfull and will not suffer us to be tempted above measure,
or Else he will support us in it, according to his Covenant with us, for he is faithful and will not suffer us to be tempted above measure,
cc av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vbz j cc vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10684
as the Apostle shews, 1 Cor. 10.13.
as the Apostle shows, 1 Cor. 10.13.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10685
And though he do not free us from it, yet he will uphold us in it,
And though he do not free us from it, yet he will uphold us in it,
cc cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10686
as he did the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 12.9.
as he did the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 12.9.
c-acp pns31 vdd dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10687
who having received a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet him, and seeking earnestly to God that he would free him from this troublesome unpleasing guest,
who having received a thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet him, and seeking earnestly to God that he would free him from this troublesome unpleasing guest,
r-crq vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvg av-j p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d j j n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10688
although he could not be delivered from it, yet he was fortified against it, and had this answer to his prayer, My Grace is sufficient for thee,
although he could not be Delivered from it, yet he was fortified against it, and had this answer to his prayer, My Grace is sufficient for thee,
cs pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp pn31, av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31, cc vhd d n1 p-acp po31 n1, po11 n1 vbz j p-acp pno21,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10689
and my strength is perfected in weakness. Or,and my strength is perfected in weakness. Or,
cc po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. cc,
(45) part (DIV2)
1374
Page 372
10690
3. If the Lord preserve not those who belong to Jesus Christ, neither from the assault,
3. If the Lord preserve not those who belong to jesus christ, neither from the assault,
crd cs dt n1 vvb xx d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1, av-dx p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10691
nor from the prevalency of the temptation: at least he keeps them from the hurt of the temptation.
nor from the prevalency of the temptation: At lest he keeps them from the hurt of the temptation.
ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: p-acp cs pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10692
He keeps them from the evil of it, according to our Saviours prayer in my text, I pray that thou wouldst keep them from the evil.
He keeps them from the evil of it, according to our Saviors prayer in my text, I pray that thou Wouldst keep them from the evil.
pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pn31, vvg p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10693
I must confess the holiest Saints in case may not be assaulted only, but overcome and foiled in a temptation.
I must confess the Holiest Saints in case may not be assaulted only, but overcome and foiled in a temptation.
pns11 vmb vvi dt js n2 p-acp n1 vmb xx vbi vvn av-j, cc-acp vvb cc vvn p-acp dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10694
David a man who hath as large a testimony from the Holy Ghost himself for his uprightness as any man almost in sacred story,David a man who hath as large a testimony from the Holy Ghost himself for his uprightness as any man almost in sacred story,
np1 dt n1 r-crq vhz p-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 px31 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp d n1 av p-acp j n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10695
yet he was tempted of the Devil. 1 Chron. 21.1. yea, and not tempted only, but seduced and drawn away.
yet he was tempted of the devil. 1 Chronicles 21.1. yea, and not tempted only, but seduced and drawn away.
av pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1. crd np1 crd. uh, cc xx vvn av-j, cc-acp vvd cc vvn av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10696
And that which was David, case, that might be the case of any other. But then God suffers it for mercifull and gratious ends which himself best knows.
And that which was David, case, that might be the case of any other. But then God suffers it for merciful and gracious ends which himself best knows.
cc cst r-crq vbds np1, n1, cst vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d n-jn. p-acp av np1 vvz pn31 p-acp j cc j n2 r-crq n1 av-js vvz.
(45) part (DIV2)
1375
Page 373
10697
Perhaps to try them, as he permitted Hezekiah to be foiled for that end; God left him to try him, 2 Chron. 32.31. and thus he deals with many that belong to Christ.
Perhaps to try them, as he permitted Hezekiah to be foiled for that end; God left him to try him, 2 Chronicles 32.31. and thus he deals with many that belong to christ.
av pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1; np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31, crd np1 crd. cc av pns31 vvz p-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10698
It may be they are apt to please themselves with a too good opinion of their own graces,
It may be they Are apt to please themselves with a too good opinion of their own graces,
pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt av j n1 pp-f po32 d n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10699
because they look upon themselves at such a time when there is no temptation to discover what they are.
Because they look upon themselves At such a time when there is no temptation to discover what they Are.
c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vbr.
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10700
And therefore God in such a case permits them to temptation for their good, and then they see those gross corruptions in themselves which they could not have imagined.
And Therefore God in such a case permits them to temptation for their good, and then they see those gross corruptions in themselves which they could not have imagined.
cc av np1 p-acp d dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j, cc av pns32 vvb d j n2 p-acp px32 q-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10701
Peter did little think till he was tried, he had been such a Coward as he prov'd.Peter did little think till he was tried, he had been such a Coward as he proved.
np1 vdd av-j vvi c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vhd vbn d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10702
What, that the question of a silly Maid should make him flatly to deny his Lord,
What, that the question of a silly Maid should make him flatly to deny his Lord,
q-crq, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmd vvi pno31 av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10703
and Master, and that with oaths and execrations too!
and Master, and that with Oaths and execrations too!
cc n1, cc cst p-acp n2 cc n2 av!
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10704
No, it is evident he thought himself a stout and valiant man, for he was resolute that death it self should never work so far upon him:
No, it is evident he Thought himself a stout and valiant man, for he was resolute that death it self should never work so Far upon him:
uh-dx, pn31 vbz j pns31 vvd px31 dt j cc j n1, c-acp pns31 vbds j cst n1 pn31 n1 vmd av-x vvi av av-j p-acp pno31:
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10705
And therefore he was brought to the encounter, that he might see how much he was mistaken of himself,
And Therefore he was brought to the encounter, that he might see how much he was mistaken of himself,
cc av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi c-crq d pns31 vbds vvn pp-f px31,
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10706
and how far short his real graces came of his imaginary fancies and conceits.
and how Far short his real graces Come of his imaginary fancies and conceits.
cc c-crq av-j j po31 j n2 vvd pp-f po31 j n2 cc n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1376
Page 373
10707
Sometimes God suffers those who belong to Jesus Christ to be foiled in a temptation, to make them the more humble,
Sometime God suffers those who belong to jesus christ to be foiled in a temptation, to make them the more humble,
av np1 vvz d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc j,
(45) part (DIV2)
1377
Page 373
10708
and the more watchfull, and the more prayerfull, and so by consequence the more holy, even all their lives after.
and the more watchful, and the more prayerful, and so by consequence the more holy, even all their lives After.
cc dt av-dc j, cc dt av-dc j, cc av p-acp n1 dt av-dc j, av d po32 n2 a-acp.
(45) part (DIV2)
1377
Page 373
10709
And thus however the temptation doth them one way some hurt, yet in another way it doth them much more good,
And thus however the temptation does them one Way Some hurt, yet in Another Way it does them much more good,
cc av c-acp dt n1 vdz pno32 crd n1 d n1, av p-acp j-jn n1 pn31 vdz pno32 av-d av-dc j,
(45) part (DIV2)
1377
Page 373
10710
and so upon the whole they are better for it, not the worse. And thus God keeps them from the evil of temptation.
and so upon the Whole they Are better for it, not the Worse. And thus God keeps them from the evil of temptation.
cc av p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vbr jc p-acp pn31, xx dt av-jc. cc av np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1377
Page 373
10711
And as God keeps them from the evil of temptation, so from the evil of corruption.
And as God keeps them from the evil of temptation, so from the evil of corruption.
cc p-acp np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1378
Page 373
10712
Indeed he doth not keep them so that they have no corruption in them; for this is unattainable in this world;
Indeed he does not keep them so that they have no corruption in them; for this is unattainable in this world;
av pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 av cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32; c-acp d vbz j p-acp d n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1378
Page 373
10713
neither doth he keep them so, that this corruption doth not shew it self at all in the outward conversation.
neither does he keep them so, that this corruption does not show it self At all in the outward Conversation.
dx vdz pns31 vvi pno32 av, cst d n1 vdz xx vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d p-acp dt j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1378
Page 373
10714
No, it hath both its esse, and its operari in the holiest Saints.
No, it hath both its esse, and its operari in the Holiest Saints.
uh-dx, pn31 vhz d po31 fw-la, cc po31 fw-la p-acp dt js n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1378
Page 373
10715
But yet he can and will preserve those that belong to Jesus Christ, either from the act and guilt or hurt of corruption that is in them.
But yet he can and will preserve those that belong to jesus christ, either from the act and guilt or hurt of corruption that is in them.
p-acp av pns31 vmb cc vmb vvi d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cc vvn pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1378
Page 373
10716
I shall a little touch upon them in their order.
I shall a little touch upon them in their order.
pns11 vmb dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1378
Page 373
10717
In a qualified sence he keeps them from the act of their corruption, so that they act it not at all (as thus, sometimes and in some certain things he keeps them and withholds them from) or not at least as other men.
In a qualified sense he keeps them from the act of their corruption, so that they act it not At all (as thus, sometime and in Some certain things he keeps them and withholds them from) or not At least as other men.
p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, av cst pns32 vvi pn31 xx p-acp d (c-acp av, av cc p-acp d j n2 pns31 vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32 p-acp) cc xx p-acp ds c-acp j-jn n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1379
Page 373
10718
They also, saith the Prophet David, speaking of the Saints, do no iniquity, Psal. 119.3. They sin not saith the Apostle, 1 John 3.6. neither can they sin.They also, Says the Prophet David, speaking of the Saints, do no iniquity, Psalm 119.3. They sin not Says the Apostle, 1 John 3.6. neither can they since.
pns32 av, vvz dt n1 np1, vvg pp-f dt n2, vdb dx n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvb xx vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. av-dx vmb pns32 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1379
Page 373
10719
Conceive it not so freely and so remorselesly as others; For the seed remaineth in them.
Conceive it not so freely and so remorselessly as Others; For the seed remains in them.
vvb pn31 xx av av-j cc av av-j c-acp n2-jn; c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1379
Page 374
10720
The spirit lusts against the flesh, so that they cannot do the evil that they would, at least not all the evil that they would, Gal. 5.15.The Spirit Lustiest against the Flesh, so that they cannot do the evil that they would, At least not all the evil that they would, Gal. 5.15.
dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n1, av cst pns32 vmbx vdi dt n-jn cst pns32 vmd, p-acp ds xx d dt n-jn cst pns32 vmd, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1379
Page 374
10721
God keeps them by this means from much evil, which else they would fall into, as to instance in particulars.
God keeps them by this means from much evil, which Else they would fallen into, as to instance in particulars.
np1 vvz pno32 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n-jn, r-crq av pns32 vmd vvi p-acp, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2-j.
(45) part (DIV2)
1379
Page 374
10722
He keeps them wholy from the great and unpardonable sin, the sin against the Holy Ghost.
He keeps them wholly from the great and unpardonable since, the since against the Holy Ghost.
pns31 vvz pno32 av-jn p-acp dt j cc j n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1380
Page 374
10723
There is a sin to death, saith the Apostle, 1 John 5.16.There is a since to death, Says the Apostle, 1 John 5.16.
pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1380
Page 374
10724
to death, not in the merit of it only, for so is every sin to death,to death, not in the merit of it only, for so is every since to death,
p-acp n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j, c-acp av vbz d n1 p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1380
Page 374
10725
if you look to the desert, but in the issue and event.
if you look to the desert, but in the issue and event.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1380
Page 374
10726
And this God surely keeps them from, that belong to Jesus Christ, so that they never fall into it.
And this God surely keeps them from, that belong to jesus christ, so that they never fallen into it.
cc d np1 av-j vvz pno32 p-acp, cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, av cst pns32 av-x vvb p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1380
Page 374
10727
2. He keeps them usually from the grosser acts of sin, which the Apostle calls NONLATINALPHABET the defilements and pollutions of the world, 2 Pet. 2.20.
2. He keeps them usually from the grosser acts of since, which the Apostle calls the defilements and pollutions of the world, 2 Pet. 2.20.
crd pns31 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1381
Page 374
10728
being the common mire and kennel in which the filthy Swine of this world wallow,
being the Common mire and kennel in which the filthy Swine of this world wallow,
vbg dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvi,
(45) part (DIV2)
1381
Page 374
10729
and which are termed by the Apostle Paul, the works of the flesh, which are manifest even to the the dimmest eye even to the light of nature it self, Chap. 5.19. Such are adultery, drunkenness, perjury, theft, and such like.
and which Are termed by the Apostle Paul, the works of the Flesh, which Are manifest even to the the dimmest eye even to the Light of nature it self, Chap. 5.19. Such Are adultery, Drunkenness, perjury, theft, and such like.
cc q-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr j av p-acp dt dt js n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, np1 crd. d vbr n1, n1, n1, n1, cc d av-j.
(45) part (DIV2)
1381
Page 374
10730
Now from these foul and gross corruptions which cross the principles of common life and honesty, in which the lewdest and prophanest wallow, God usually keeps them that belong to Jesus Christ.
Now from these foul and gross corruptions which cross the principles of Common life and honesty, in which the lewdest and profanest wallow, God usually keeps them that belong to jesus christ.
av p-acp d j cc j n2 r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq dt js cc vv2 vvi, np1 av-j vvz pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1381
Page 374
10731
3. He keeps them from committing any known sin, resolvedly and with full consent of will.
3. He keeps them from committing any known since, resolvedly and with full consent of will.
crd pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvg d j-vvn n1, av-vvn cc p-acp j n1 pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10732
Indeed there may be a velleity, an incompleat and an imperfect will to sin in those that belong to Christ;
Indeed there may be a velleity, an incomplete and an imperfect will to sin in those that belong to christ;
np1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1, dt j cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10733
but a compleat and perfect will there cannot be.
but a complete and perfect will there cannot be.
cc-acp dt j cc j n1 a-acp vmbx vbi.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10734
For flesh and spirit being interwoven and commixt in every faculty, and consequently in the will, the will so farr as it is sanctified and renewed, can never give allowance to the act of sin.
For Flesh and Spirit being interwoven and commixed in every faculty, and consequently in the will, the will so Far as it is sanctified and renewed, can never give allowance to the act of since.
p-acp n1 cc n1 vbg vvn cc vvd p-acp d n1, cc av-j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn, vmb av-x vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10735
And whereas wicked and ungodly men are totally addicted, and universaly devoted to it, they act it wholly,
And whereas wicked and ungodly men Are totally addicted, and universal devoted to it, they act it wholly,
cc cs j cc j n2 vbr av-j vvn, cc j vvn p-acp pn31, pns32 vvi pn31 av-jn,
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10736
and with every part and power, being nothing else but flesh: It is not so with those that are renewed.
and with every part and power, being nothing Else but Flesh: It is not so with those that Are renewed.
cc p-acp d n1 cc n1, vbg pix av cc-acp n1: pn31 vbz xx av p-acp d cst vbr vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10737
And hence saith Paul, it is not I that do it, Rom. 7.17. yet in the verse immediately before;
And hence Says Paul, it is not I that do it, Rom. 7.17. yet in the verse immediately before;
cc av vvz np1, pn31 vbz xx pns11 cst vdb pn31, np1 crd. av p-acp dt n1 av-j a-acp;
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10738
he said, what I would not, that do I. So that there is a double I in Paul, I spiritual, and I carnal;
he said, what I would not, that do I. So that there is a double I in Paul, I spiritual, and I carnal;
pns31 vvd, r-crq pns11 vmd xx, cst vdb pns11. av cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn pns11 p-acp np1, pns11 j, cc pns11 j;
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10739
I do it and I do it not.
I do it and I do it not.
pns11 vdb pn31 cc pns11 vdb pn31 xx.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10740
Not I that am spiritual, or in that part wherein I am spiritual, but I that am carnal,
Not I that am spiritual, or in that part wherein I am spiritual, but I that am carnal,
xx pns11 cst vbm j, cc p-acp d n1 c-crq pns11 vbm j, cc-acp pns11 cst vbm j,
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10741
or in that part wherein I am carnal. It is not I that do it, but the flesh that dwelleth in me.
or in that part wherein I am carnal. It is not I that do it, but the Flesh that dwells in me.
cc p-acp d n1 c-crq pns11 vbm j. pn31 vbz xx pns11 cst vdb pn31, cc-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno11.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10742
And thus God keeps them from the acts of sin.
And thus God keeps them from the acts of since.
cc av np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1382
Page 374
10743
Or if he do not alwayes keep them from the acts, he alwayes frees them from the guilt of sin;
Or if he do not always keep them from the acts, he always frees them from the guilt of since;
cc cs pns31 vdb xx av vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2, pns31 av vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1383
Page 374
10744
and so in that respect, he keeps them from the evil of corruption, and therefore he assures it to himself,
and so in that respect, he keeps them from the evil of corruption, and Therefore he assures it to himself,
cc av p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc av pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp px31,
(45) part (DIV2)
1383
Page 374
10745
as his peculiar, I, even I am he that blotteth out thy sin. It is God that justifies, saith the Apostle, Rom. 8.33.
as his peculiar, I, even I am he that blots out thy since. It is God that Justifies, Says the Apostle, Rom. 8.33.
c-acp po31 j, pns11, av pns11 vbm pns31 cst vvz av po21 n1. pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz, vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1383
Page 374
10746
And with relation to this act of his, he is called a deliverer, Rom. 11.26. There shall come out of Zion the deliverer, and he shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob. For this is my Covenant with them when I shall take away their sin.
And with Relation to this act of his, he is called a deliverer, Rom. 11.26. There shall come out of Zion the deliverer, and he shall turn away ungodliness from Jacob. For this is my Covenant with them when I shall take away their since.
cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, pns31 vbz vvn dt n1, np1 crd. a-acp vmb vvi av pp-f np1 dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi av n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d vbz po11 n1 p-acp pno32 c-crq pns11 vmb vvi av po32 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1383
Page 374
10747
God alwayes keeps them that belong to Jesus Christ, from the hurt of the corruption that is in them;
God always keeps them that belong to jesus christ, from the hurt of the corruption that is in them;
np1 av vvz pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32;
(45) part (DIV2)
1384
Page 374
10748
he turns their very sins against their nature, by accident to their advantage; if all things, then all these things work together for the best to them.
he turns their very Sins against their nature, by accident to their advantage; if all things, then all these things work together for the best to them.
pns31 vvz po32 j n2 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1; cs d n2, av d d n2 n1 av p-acp dt js p-acp pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1384
Page 374
10749
God doth them good, even by their sins, and by their falls:
God does them good, even by their Sins, and by their falls:
np1 vdz pno32 j, av p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1384
Page 375
10750
he makes that to promote and further their salvation, which seemeth most directly to hinder it and to oppose it.
he makes that to promote and further their salvation, which seems most directly to hinder it and to oppose it.
pns31 vvz cst pc-acp vvi cc jc po32 n1, r-crq vvz av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 cc pc-acp vvi pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1384
Page 375
10751
Oh the riches of his mercy! Blessings and Ordinances, by accident, do hurt to wicked men;
O the riches of his mercy! Blessings and Ordinances, by accident, do hurt to wicked men;
uh dt n2 pp-f po31 n1! n2 cc n2, p-acp n1, vdb vvi p-acp j n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1384
Page 375
10752
And even sins by accident do good to Gods people.
And even Sins by accident do good to God's people.
cc av n2 p-acp n1 vdb j p-acp npg1 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1384
Page 375
10753
Thus we have shewed you, that God can and will preserve those that belong to Jesus Christ, from the evil of temptation and corruption.
Thus we have showed you, that God can and will preserve those that belong to jesus christ, from the evil of temptation and corruption.
av pns12 vhb vvn pn22, cst np1 vmb cc vmb vvi d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1 cc n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1385
Page 375
10754
And as God keeps those that belong to Jesus Christ from the evil of temptation, and from the evil of corruption, so from the evil of affliction;
And as God keeps those that belong to jesus christ from the evil of temptation, and from the evil of corruption, so from the evil of affliction;
cc p-acp np1 vvz d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10755
I must confess he doth not keep them so that they are utterly exempt from all affliction.
I must confess he does not keep them so that they Are utterly exempt from all affliction.
pns11 vmb vvi pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 av cst pns32 vbr av-j j p-acp d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10756
They have their share and portion of it many times, as well as any other men.
They have their share and portion of it many times, as well as any other men.
pns32 vhb po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 d n2, c-acp av c-acp d j-jn n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10757
Many are the afflictions of the righteous, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 34.19. not of the wicked only, but the righteous too.Many Are the afflictions of the righteous, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 34.19. not of the wicked only, but the righteous too.
d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. xx pp-f dt j av-j, cc-acp dt j av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10758
Yea their afflictions oftentimes are more and greater then the afflictions of the wicked are.
Yea their afflictions oftentimes Are more and greater then the afflictions of the wicked Are.
uh po32 n2 av vbr dc cc jc cs dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10759
The Prophet David was too sensible of this, so that his spirit fretted at it, and he was envious at the foolish, as himself confesseth, Psal. 73.3. when he saw the prosperity of wicked men.
The Prophet David was too sensible of this, so that his Spirit fretted At it, and he was envious At the foolish, as himself Confesses, Psalm 73.3. when he saw the Prosperity of wicked men.
dt n1 np1 vbds av j pp-f d, av d po31 n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cc pns31 vbds j p-acp dt j, p-acp px31 vvz, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10760
Their strength is firm, saith he, there are no bands in their death.
Their strength is firm, Says he, there Are no bans in their death.
po32 n1 vbz j, vvz pns31, a-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp po32 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10761
They are not in trouble like other men, nor are they plagued like other men, no nor like better men;They Are not in trouble like other men, nor Are they plagued like other men, not nor like better men;
pns32 vbr xx p-acp n1 av-j j-jn n2, ccx vbr pns32 vvn av-j j-jn n2, xx ccx av-j j n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10762
Their eyes stand out with fatness, they have more then heart can wish: These are the wicked, saith the Psalmist, they prosper in the world. Their eyes stand out with fatness, they have more then heart can wish: These Are the wicked, Says the Psalmist, they prosper in the world.
po32 n2 vvb av p-acp n1, pns32 vhb dc cs n1 vmb vvi: d vbr dt j, vvz dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10763
But how fares it with David all this while? why verily, saith he, I have cleansed my heart in vain,
But how fares it with David all this while? why verily, Says he, I have cleansed my heart in vain,
cc-acp q-crq vvz pn31 p-acp np1 d d n1? q-crq av-j, vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp j,
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10764
and washed my bands in innocency; for all the day long have I been plagued and chastned every morning. and washed my bans in innocency; for all the day long have I been plagued and chastened every morning.
cc vvd po11 n2 p-acp n1; p-acp d dt n1 av-j vhb pns11 vbn vvn cc vvn d n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10765
And this is that which Christ forewarned his Disciples of, that in the world they must have troubles, there would be no avoiding of it.
And this is that which christ forewarned his Disciples of, that in the world they must have Troubles, there would be no avoiding of it.
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vvn po31 n2 pp-f, cst p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vhi n2, pc-acp vmd vbi dx vvg pp-f pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10766
But yet however, God keeps them from the evil of affliction in the sence that I shall open to you, in a few particulars.
But yet however, God keeps them from the evil of affliction in the sense that I shall open to you, in a few particulars.
p-acp av c-acp, np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp dt d n2-j.
(45) part (DIV2)
1386
Page 375
10767
1. Sometimes when he sees it best, he keeps them from affliction, that it doth not touch them for a considerable time together.
1. Sometime when he sees it best, he keeps them from affliction, that it does not touch them for a considerable time together.
crd av c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 js, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10768
He environs them with loving kindness round about, so that no trouble or calamity can find a way to enter and to seize upon them, according to that pretious promise, Psal. 5. ult.
He environs them with loving kindness round about, so that no trouble or calamity can find a Way to enter and to seize upon them, according to that precious promise, Psalm 5. ult.
pns31 n2 pno32 p-acp j-vvg n1 av-j a-acp, av cst dx n1 cc n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp d j n1, np1 crd n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10769
For thou Lord wilt bless the righteous, with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield. For thou Lord wilt bless the righteous, with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.
c-acp pns21 n1 vm2 vvi dt j, p-acp n1 vm2 pns21 vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10770
And thus he dealt a while with Job, as Satan enviously suggested to the Lord, Job 1.10.
And thus he dealt a while with Job, as Satan enviously suggested to the Lord, Job 1.10.
cc av pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10771
Hast thou not made a hedge about him, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, Hast thou not made a hedge about him, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands,
vh2 pns21 xx vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp d cst pns31 vhz p-acp d n1? pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10772
and his substance is increased in the Land. So David, though he were a man of many troubles and afflictions,and his substance is increased in the Land. So David, though he were a man of many Troubles and afflictions,
cc po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 av np1, c-acp pns31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10773
yet he had his Halcyon dayes.
yet he had his Halcyon days.
av pns31 vhd po31 n1 n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10774
There was a time when God had made his Mountain of prosperity so strong that he was verily perswaded he should never be removed.
There was a time when God had made his Mountain of Prosperity so strong that he was verily persuaded he should never be removed.
pc-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 pp-f n1 av j cst pns31 vbds av-j vvn pns31 vmd av-x vbi vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10775
And there are many promises of special preservation from dangers and distresses made to those who have an interest in God and Christ.
And there Are many promises of special preservation from dangers and Distresses made to those who have an Interest in God and christ.
cc pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp d r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10776
I might heap up a multitude of such;
I might heap up a multitude of such;
pns11 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d;
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10777
but there is one Psalm of David that seems to be a short Compendium and abridgement of them all, viz. Psal. 91. He shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome Pestilence.
but there is one Psalm of David that seems to be a short Compendium and abridgement of them all, viz. Psalm 91. He shall deliver thee from the snare of the Fowler, and from the noisome Pestilence.
cc-acp pc-acp vbz crd n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz pc-acp vbi dt j fw-la cc n1 pp-f pno32 d, n1 np1 crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 375
10778
He shall cover thee with his feathers, his truth shall be thy shield and buckler:
He shall cover thee with his Feathers, his truth shall be thy shield and buckler:
pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n2, po31 n1 vmb vbi po21 n1 cc n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10779
thou shalt not be afraid for the terrour by night, nor for the arrow that flyeth by day,
thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night, nor for the arrow that flies by day,
pns21 vm2 xx vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10780
nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness, nor the destruction that wasteth at noon-day.
nor for the pestilence that walks in darkness, nor the destruction that wastes At noonday.
ccx p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, ccx dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10781
A thousand shall fall at thy side and ten thousand on thy right hand, but it shall not come nigh thee.
A thousand shall fallen At thy side and ten thousand on thy right hand, but it shall not come High thee.
dt crd vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc crd crd p-acp po21 j-jn n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi av-j pno21.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10782
Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold it. Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold it.
j p-acp po21 n2 vm2 pns21 vvi pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10783
Thou shalt see it seize on others, but for thy own part thou shalt be exempt from it.
Thou shalt see it seize on Others, but for thy own part thou shalt be exempt from it.
pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 vvi p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp p-acp po21 d n1 pns21 vm2 vbi j p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10784
There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling; For he shall give his Angels charge over thee to keep thee. There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come High thy Dwelling; For he shall give his Angels charge over thee to keep thee.
a-acp vmb dx j-jn vvi pno21, dx vmb d n1 vvb av-j po21 n1; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno21.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10785
Now these and such like promises the Lord makes good to his, even in the very letter of them,
Now these and such like promises the Lord makes good to his, even in the very Letter of them,
av d cc d av-j vvz dt n1 vvz j p-acp png31, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10786
when in the infiniteness of his love and wisdom he sees it most expedient for them.
when in the infiniteness of his love and Wisdom he sees it most expedient for them.
c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz pn31 av-ds j p-acp pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1387
Page 376
10787
2. Or if God do not keep them from affliction that it doth not touch them, he keeps them that it doth not stay too long with them.
2. Or if God do not keep them from affliction that it does not touch them, he keeps them that it does not stay too long with them.
crd cc cs np1 vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cst pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 cst pn31 vdz xx vvi av av-j p-acp pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10788
The rod of trouble though it strike them, yet it doth not rest upon them. It is on and off again in due time.
The rod of trouble though it strike them, yet it does not rest upon them. It is on and off again in due time.
dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pn31 vvb pno32, av pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32. pn31 vbz a-acp cc a-acp av p-acp j-jn n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10789
Its true God often suffers those who belong to Jesus Christ to be brought into affliction,
Its true God often suffers those who belong to jesus christ to be brought into affliction,
po31 j np1 av vvz d r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10790
but then he doth not leave them there, his manner is to bring them out again.
but then he does not leave them there, his manner is to bring them out again.
cc-acp cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 a-acp, po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 av av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10791
To deliver them from evil, according to that passage in the Lords prayer.
To deliver them from evil, according to that passage in the lords prayer.
p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n-jn, vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10792
And therefore he is stiled the deliverer of his people, and the God of their salvation.
And Therefore he is styled the deliverer of his people, and the God of their salvation.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10793
He that is our God, is the God of salvation, and to the Lord God belong the issues from death, not from inferiour dangers only, but from death it self.He that is our God, is the God of salvation, and to the Lord God belong the issues from death, not from inferior dangers only, but from death it self.
pns31 cst vbz po12 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 np1 vvi dt n2 p-acp n1, xx p-acp j-jn n2 av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1 pn31 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10794
And hence salvation is ascribed to him as his peculiar: It is of the Lord, sath Jonah, Chap. 2.9. Salvation belongeth to the Lord, saith David, Psal. 3.8. and his blessing upon his people.
And hence salvation is ascribed to him as his peculiar: It is of the Lord, Sath Jonah, Chap. 2.9. Salvation belongeth to the Lord, Says David, Psalm 3.8. and his blessing upon his people.
cc av n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 j: pn31 vbz pp-f dt n1, vhz np1, np1 crd. n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10795
It is his work to save us from distresses and afflictions; the secondary means are subordinate to him, they move but as he acts them.
It is his work to save us from Distresses and afflictions; the secondary means Are subordinate to him, they move but as he acts them.
pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n2 cc n2; dt j n2 vbr j p-acp pno31, pns32 vvb cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno32.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10796
And this is very usual with him;
And this is very usual with him;
cc d vbz av j p-acp pno31;
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10797
if he prevent not the afflictions of his people that they do not come upon them,
if he prevent not the afflictions of his people that they do not come upon them,
cs pns31 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10798
yet he delivers them at length from those afflictions, assoon as they have done their work in them,
yet he delivers them At length from those afflictions, As soon as they have done their work in them,
av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, av c-acp pns32 vhb vdn po32 n1 p-acp pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10799
yea, let them be as many as they will, Psal. 34.19. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivereth them out of all.
yea, let them be as many as they will, Psalm 34.19. Many Are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord Delivereth them out of all.
uh, vvb pno32 vbi p-acp d c-acp pns32 vmb, np1 crd. d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 av pp-f d.
(45) part (DIV2)
1388
Page 376
10800
3. Or if God do not keep them who belong to Jesus Christ from the evil of affliction, by way of preservation,
3. Or if God do not keep them who belong to jesus christ from the evil of affliction, by Way of preservation,
crd cc cs np1 vdb xx vvi pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10801
or deliverance from it, he keeps them many times by way of preservation and delivery in it.
or deliverance from it, he keeps them many times by Way of preservation and delivery in it.
cc n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vvz pno32 d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10802
So that though it seize upon them, it is no pain or trouble to them. And thus he kept the three Confessors, he did not save them from the furnace,
So that though it seize upon them, it is no pain or trouble to them. And thus he kept the three Confessors, he did not save them from the furnace,
av cst cs pn31 vvb p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz dx n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32. cc av pns31 vvd dt crd n2, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10803
but he saved them in the furnace, Dan. 3.27.
but he saved them in the furnace, Dan. 3.27.
cc-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10804
The fire had no power upon their bodies, nor was a hair of their head singed, The fire had no power upon their bodies, nor was a hair of their head singed,
dt n1 vhd dx n1 p-acp po32 n2, ccx vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvn,
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10805
neither were their Coats changed, nor the smell of fire did pass upon them. According to that pretious promise, Isa. 43.2.neither were their Coats changed, nor the smell of fire did pass upon them. According to that precious promise, Isaiah 43.2.
dx vbdr po32 n2 vvn, ccx dt n1 pp-f n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno32. vvg p-acp d j n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10806
when thou passest through the waters I will be with thee, and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm thee, when thou passest through the waters I will be with thee, and through the Rivers, they shall not overwhelm thee,
c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n2 pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno21, cc p-acp dt n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi pno21,
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10807
when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned, neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned, neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 xx vbi vvn, dx vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno21.
(45) part (DIV2)
1389
Page 376
10808
Or if not thus, he qualifies his people so with inward peace, and comfort, and assurance, that they feel not what they feel.
Or if not thus, he Qualifies his people so with inward peace, and Comfort, and assurance, that they feel not what they feel.
cc cs xx av, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av p-acp j n1, cc n1, cc n1, cst pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb.
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 376
10809
They are so ravished and transported to an extasie of holy joy, that they are in a sort insensible even of the greatest torment that humane cruelty can devise to inflict.
They Are so ravished and transported to an ecstasy of holy joy, that they Are in a sort insensible even of the greatest torment that humane cruelty can devise to inflict.
pns32 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 j av pp-f dt js n1 cst j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi.
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 376
10810
Unto the righteous, saith the Psalmist, ariseth light in darkness, glorious comfort even in the midst of greatest troubles, Psal. 112.4. Thy light shall rise in obscurity, saith God, Isa. 58.10. And thy darkness shall be as the noon-day; Unto the righteous, Says the Psalmist, arises Light in darkness, glorious Comfort even in the midst of greatest Troubles, Psalm 112.4. Thy Light shall rise in obscurity, Says God, Isaiah 58.10. And thy darkness shall be as the noonday;
p-acp dt j, vvz dt n1, vvz n1 p-acp n1, j n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2, np1 crd. po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. cc po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10811
Such light did there arise to some of the blessed Martyrs, when it was darkest with them, in regard of outward comforts,
Such Light did there arise to Some of the blessed Martyrs, when it was Darkest with them, in regard of outward comforts,
d n1 vdd a-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f dt j-vvn n2, c-crq pn31 vbds js p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10812
so that they sung in the prisons, in the irons, in the flames;
so that they sung in the prisons, in the irons, in the flames;
av cst pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10813
they were not able to contain themselves, by reason of the sodain flash of joy that came breaking in upon them, which made them to forget the miseries and torments which they suffered;
they were not able to contain themselves, by reason of the sudden flash of joy that Come breaking in upon them, which made them to forget the misery's and torments which they suffered;
pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi px32, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst vvd vvg p-acp p-acp pno32, r-crq vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvd;
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10814
yea, though the fire did kindle on them, and consume them into ashes:
yea, though the fire did kindle on them, and consume them into Ashes:
uh, cs dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10815
yet many of them warbled out melodious accents in the flames, professed that they were amidst the fire as in a bed of down and spices, where they felt nothing else but admirable joy and comfort.
yet many of them warbled out melodious accents in the flames, professed that they were amid the fire as in a Bed of down and spices, where they felt nothing Else but admirable joy and Comfort.
av d pp-f pno32 j-vvn av j n2 p-acp dt n2, vvd cst pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, c-crq pns32 vvd pix av cc-acp j n1 cc n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10816
These men you see did more then conquer, they did triumph in the very midst of their unparalleld and matchless sufferings:
These men you see did more then conquer, they did triumph in the very midst of their unparalleled and matchless sufferings:
np1 n2 pn22 vvb vdd av-dc cs vvi, pns32 vdd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j cc j n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10817
so that they might have taken up that comfortable speech of the Apostle, Rom. 8.37. In all these things we are more then Conquerors.
so that they might have taken up that comfortable speech of the Apostle, Rom. 8.37. In all these things we Are more then Conquerors.
av cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn a-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp d d n2 pns12 vbr av-dc cs n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10818
And what were those things? see at the 35. verse, In tribulation, and distress, and persecution, and famine, and nakedness, and peril and sword:
And what were those things? see At the 35. verse, In tribulation, and distress, and persecution, and famine, and nakedness, and peril and sword:
cc q-crq vbdr d n2? vvb p-acp dt crd n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 cc n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10819
then which there are no greater outward evils in the world: In all these things we are more then Conquerors through him that loved us.
then which there Are no greater outward evils in the world: In all these things we Are more then Conquerors through him that loved us.
av r-crq a-acp vbr dx jc j n2-jn p-acp dt n1: p-acp d d n2 pns12 vbr av-dc cs n2 p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno12.
(45) part (DIV2)
1390
Page 377
10820
4. Or if God do not keep his people from the smart, at least he keeps them from the hurt of their afflictions.
4. Or if God do not keep his people from the smart, At least he keeps them from the hurt of their afflictions.
crd cc cs np1 vdb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ds pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10821
The world indeed may persecute them, and that to the very death; they may take away their names, their estates, their lives from them;
The world indeed may persecute them, and that to the very death; they may take away their names, their estates, their lives from them;
dt n1 av vmb vvi pno32, cc cst p-acp dt j n1; pns32 vmb vvi av po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2 p-acp pno32;
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10822
but though they kill them, they can never hurt them. God keeps them from the evil of all this, from the evil in the world,
but though they kill them, they can never hurt them. God keeps them from the evil of all this, from the evil in the world,
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb pno32, pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno32. np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f d d, p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10823
as you have it in my Text; what ever comes upon them, they are no losers in the main, but gainers rather.
as you have it in my Text; what ever comes upon them, they Are no losers in the main, but gainers rather.
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1; r-crq av vvz p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr dx n2 p-acp dt j, cc-acp n2 av-c.
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10824
All things are for their sakes, saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.15. for their profit and advantage;All things Are for their sakes, Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 4.15. for their profit and advantage;
d n2 vbr p-acp po32 n2, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp po32 n1 cc n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10825
Yea, though the outward man perish, by reason of the length or violence of the affliction, the inward man is renewed day by day. Yea, though the outward man perish, by reason of the length or violence of the affliction, the inward man is renewed day by day.
uh, cs dt j n1 vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 vbz vvn n1 p-acp n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10826
Their afflictions work out for them a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. Their afflictions work out for them a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory.
po32 n2 vvi av p-acp pno32 dt av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10827
They may suffer grievously, their sufferings may deprive them of the life of nature, but they cannot deprive them of the life of grace, or glory:
They may suffer grievously, their sufferings may deprive them of the life of nature, but they cannot deprive them of the life of grace, or glory:
pns32 vmb vvi av-j, po32 n2 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10828
They may be persecuted, but they cannot be forsaken totally and finally; they may be cast down, but they cannot be destroyed, 2 Cor. 4.9. They may be destroyd as men;
They may be persecuted, but they cannot be forsaken totally and finally; they may be cast down, but they cannot be destroyed, 2 Cor. 4.9. They may be destroyed as men;
pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av-j cc av-j; pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, crd np1 crd. pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10829
but they can never be destroyd as Saints: In this respect they are like Mount Sion that can never be removed:
but they can never be destroyed as Saints: In this respect they Are like Mount Sion that can never be removed:
cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp n2: p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr av-j n1 np1 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn:
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10830
The rain descended, saith our Saviour, and the floods came, and the wind blew and beat upon the house, and it fell not; The rain descended, Says our Saviour, and the floods Come, and the wind blew and beatrice upon the house, and it fell not;
dt n1 vvn, vvz po12 n1, cc dt n2 vvd, cc dt n1 vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vvd xx;
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10831
for it was founded upon a rock, Mat. 7.25. q.d. Nothing can hurt or overthrow him that is built on Jesus Christ, he shall stand fast for evermore.for it was founded upon a rock, Mathew 7.25. Q.d Nothing can hurt or overthrow him that is built on jesus christ, he shall stand fast for evermore.
c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 pix vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp av.
(45) part (DIV2)
1391
Page 377
10832
Nay to go a little further, God doth not only keep them that belong to Jesus Christ from the hurt of their afflictions,
Nay to go a little further, God does not only keep them that belong to jesus christ from the hurt of their afflictions,
uh p-acp vvi dt j av-jc, np1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1392
Page 377
10834
that they may say as David doth when all is ended, It is good for me that I have been afflicted.
that they may say as David does when all is ended, It is good for me that I have been afflicted.
cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vdz c-crq d vbz vvn, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vhb vbn vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1392
Page 377
10835
I give you but a taste of this, and I have done with Explication. 1. Sometimes he awakens them by their afflictions;
I give you but a taste of this, and I have done with Explication. 1. Sometime he awakens them by their afflictions;
pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc pns11 vhb vdn p-acp n1. crd av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1392
Page 377
10836
they are sleepy and secure, and God jogges and startles them, and rouzes them by this means;
they Are sleepy and secure, and God jogges and startles them, and rouzes them by this means;
pns32 vbr j cc j, cc np1 n2 cc vvz pno32, cc n2 pno32 p-acp d n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10837
When men are bound in fetters, saith Elihu, and held fast in the cords of their afflictions, When men Are bound in fetters, Says Elihu, and held fast in the cords of their afflictions,
c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, vvz np1, cc vvd av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10838
so that they are not able to unlooose themselves and get away: so that they Are not able to unlooose themselves and get away:
av cst pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi px32 cc vvb av:
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10839
what then? why then he sheweth them their works, and their transgressions that they have exceeded in:
what then? why then he shows them their works, and their transgressions that they have exceeded in:
r-crq av? q-crq cs pns31 vvz pno32 po32 n2, cc po32 n2 cst pns32 vhb vvn p-acp:
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10840
q.d. At such a time his manner is to represent their sins to them, with all their circumstantial aggravations:Q.d At such a time his manner is to represent their Sins to them, with all their circumstantial aggravations:
n1 p-acp d dt n1 po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp d po32 j n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10841
See an example of it in the Lords own people, Gen. 42.21.
See an Exampl of it in the lords own people, Gen. 42.21.
vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 d n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10842
when Josephs Brethren saw themselves taken for spies in Egypt, and so in present danger of their lives, the sin they had committed many years ago, came as fresh into their minds,
when Josephs Brothers saw themselves taken for spies in Egypt, and so in present danger of their lives, the since they had committed many Years ago, Come as fresh into their minds,
q-crq np1 n2 vvd px32 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp np1, cc av p-acp j n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt n1 pns32 vhd vvn d n2 av, vvd p-acp j p-acp po32 n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10843
and lay as heavy on their Consciences, as if it had been newly done.
and lay as heavy on their Consciences, as if it had been newly done.
cc vvd p-acp j p-acp po32 n2, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn av-j vdn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10844
I know that troubles and distresses, and the approach of death it self, hath not always this effect on all men;
I know that Troubles and Distresses, and the approach of death it self, hath not always this Effect on all men;
pns11 vvb d n2 cc n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, vhz xx av d n1 p-acp d n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10845
the Lord hath poured on some the spirit of slumber: but usually they have on Gods people.
the Lord hath poured on Some the Spirit of slumber: but usually they have on God's people.
dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1: cc-acp av-j pns32 vhb p-acp n2 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1393
Page 378
10846
2. Sometimes God abates their pride by their afflictions:
2. Sometime God abates their pride by their afflictions:
crd av np1 vvz po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2:
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10847
There is not any sin that makes a man more odious to the Lord then pride doth,
There is not any since that makes a man more odious to the Lord then pride does,
pc-acp vbz xx d n1 cst vvz dt n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1 cs n1 vdz,
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10848
or is a greater bar to his salvation; All that are proud in heart are an abomination to him, Prov. 16.5.
or is a greater bar to his salvation; All that Are proud in heart Are an abomination to him, Curae 16.5.
cc vbz dt jc n1 p-acp po31 n1; d cst vbr j p-acp n1 vbr dt n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10849
neither is there are any man but hath some reliques of this leaven in him, which puffeth up his heart,
neither is there Are any man but hath Some Relics of this leaven in him, which Puffeth up his heart,
av-dx vbz a-acp vbr d n1 cc-acp vhz d n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz a-acp po31 n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10850
and makes him swell beyond measure:
and makes him swell beyond measure:
cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10851
Yea, the choicest of the Saints, have mighty inclinations to it, especially if all things go on their side.
Yea, the Choicest of the Saints, have mighty inclinations to it, especially if all things go on their side.
uh, dt js pp-f dt n2, vhb j n2 p-acp pn31, av-j cs d n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10852
As it is said of Hezekiah, when he was put into a prosperous estate, his heart was lifted up, 2 Chron. 32.25.
As it is said of Hezekiah, when he was put into a prosperous estate, his heart was lifted up, 2 Chronicles 32.25.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp, crd np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10853
and therefore God exposes them to sharp afflictions, that he may hide the pride of man,
and Therefore God exposes them to sharp afflictions, that he may hide the pride of man,
cc av np1 vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10854
as the expression is, Joh 33.17. that he may lessen and abate, and wear it out, till it be not to be seen.
as the expression is, John 33.17. that he may lessen and abate, and wear it out, till it be not to be seen.
c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvb pn31 av, c-acp pn31 vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1394
Page 378
10855
3. Sometimes God draws his people nearer to himself by their afflictions.
3. Sometime God draws his people nearer to himself by their afflictions.
crd av np1 vvz po31 n1 av-jc p-acp px31 p-acp po32 n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10856
In their affliction they will seek me early, saith the Lord of his people, Hos. 5.15.In their affliction they will seek me early, Says the Lord of his people, Hos. 5.15.
p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j, vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10857
It seems they had been wofully regardless of the Lord in former times of happiness, and peace, and comfort;
It seems they had been woefully regardless of the Lord in former times of happiness, and peace, and Comfort;
pn31 vvz pns32 vhd vbn av-j j pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10858
but saith the Lord, In their affliction they will hasten to me, they will be eager after me,
but Says the Lord, In their affliction they will hasten to me, they will be eager After me,
cc-acp vvz dt n1, p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pno11,
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10859
and never rest till they have found me: And this you shall observe to be the disposition of the sons men;
and never rest till they have found me: And this you shall observe to be the disposition of the Sons men;
cc av-x vvb c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno11: cc d pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10860
yea of the best and holyest of them;
yea of the best and Holiest of them;
uh a-acp dt js cc js pp-f pno32;
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10861
they look not after God so much at any time, as when they are in greatest exigencies and distresses.
they look not After God so much At any time, as when they Are in greatest exigencies and Distresses.
pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1 av av-d p-acp d n1, c-acp c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp js n2 cc n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10862
And as the sails, though they be some addition to the burthen of the ship, yet they help it on the faster to the Haven:
And as the sails, though they be Some addition to the burden of the ship, yet they help it on the faster to the Haven:
cc c-acp dt n2, cs pns32 vbb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt jc p-acp dt n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10863
So crosses and afflictions, though they be a burthen to us, yet they hasten us to God,
So Crosses and afflictions, though they be a burden to us, yet they hasten us to God,
av n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vbb dt n1 p-acp pno12, av pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp np1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10864
and draw us on the faster to the port of happiness:
and draw us on the faster to the port of happiness:
cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10865
And therefore God relating divers judgements which he was resolved to bring upon his own people, by which he meant to strip them naked of all outward comforts, at length concludes that this should be the issue of it, Isa. 17.7. At that day shall they look unto their Maker, and their eyes shall have respect unto the Holy One of Israel.
And Therefore God relating diverse Judgments which he was resolved to bring upon his own people, by which he meant to strip them naked of all outward comforts, At length concludes that this should be the issue of it, Isaiah 17.7. At that day shall they look unto their Maker, and their eyes shall have respect unto the Holy One of Israel.
cc av np1 vvg j n2 r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 j pp-f d j n2, p-acp n1 vvz cst d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd. p-acp d n1 vmb pns32 vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc po32 n2 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt j pi pp-f np1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1395
Page 378
10866
It is a miserable thing, yet so it is, as long as we have any thing on earth to rest upon, we enquire not after God:
It is a miserable thing, yet so it is, as long as we have any thing on earth to rest upon, we inquire not After God:
pn31 vbz dt j n1, av av pn31 vbz, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns12 vvi xx p-acp np1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 378
10867
With Noahs Dove, if we can find a twig to pitch upon, we are regardless of the Ark;
With Noahs Dove, if we can find a twig to pitch upon, we Are regardless of the Ark;
p-acp npg1 n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns12 vbr j pp-f dt n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 378
10868
and therefore God by heavy crosses and afflictions strips us of these outward helps, and strikes away the earthly things by which we stand,
and Therefore God by heavy Crosses and afflictions strips us of these outward helps, and strikes away the earthly things by which we stand,
cc av np1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 vvz pno12 pp-f d j n2, cc vvz av dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb,
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 378
10869
and when we know not what to do; when we are driven out of all our holes, then our eyes are upon God;
and when we know not what to do; when we Are driven out of all our holes, then our eyes Are upon God;
cc c-crq pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi; c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av pp-f d po12 n2, cs po12 n2 vbr p-acp np1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 378
10870
when we look on every hand, and refuge fails us every way, and no man careth for our souls,
when we look on every hand, and refuge fails us every Way, and no man Careth for our Souls,
c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, cc n1 vvz pno12 d n1, cc dx n1 vvz p-acp po12 n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10871
then we address our selves to God, and say to him, Thou art our refuge, Psal. 142.4.
then we address our selves to God, and say to him, Thou art our refuge, Psalm 142.4.
cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, pns21 vb2r po12 n1, np1 crd.
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10872
It seems that David, though he were a holy man, was very apt, while he was furnished with these outward favors, to rely too much upon them,
It seems that David, though he were a holy man, was very apt, while he was furnished with these outward favors, to rely too much upon them,
pn31 vvz cst np1, c-acp pns31 vbdr dt j n1, vbds av j, cs pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d j n2, pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10873
so far as to neglect the Lord.
so Far as to neglect the Lord.
av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10874
But when the Lord by crosses and afflictions took them from him, or made him see the vanity and insufficiency of them,
But when the Lord by Crosses and afflictions took them from him, or made him see the vanity and insufficiency of them,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 vvd pno32 p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32,
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10875
then he cryed out, And now Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee;
then he cried out, And now Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee;
cs pns31 vvd av, cc av n1, r-crq vvb pns11 p-acp? po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno21;
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10876
now I have tryed how fickle, and how vain the creature is; now I perceive by sensible experience, that no help is in it;
now I have tried how fickle, and how vain the creature is; now I perceive by sensible experience, that no help is in it;
av pns11 vhb vvn c-crq j, cc c-crq j dt n1 vbz; av pns11 vvb p-acp j n1, cst dx n1 vbz p-acp pn31;
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10877
Now Lord what wait I for? &c. And thus I think I have sufficiently cleared the point;Now Lord what wait I for? etc. And thus I think I have sufficiently cleared the point;
av n1 r-crq vvb pns11 p-acp? av cc av pns11 vvb pns11 vhb av-j vvn dt n1;
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10878
God can and will preserve, &c. To add a word or two for Application.
God can and will preserve, etc. To add a word or two for Application.
np1 vmb cc vmb vvi, av pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc crd p-acp n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1396
Page 379
10900
He will keep me from every evil work, and preserve me to his heavenly Kingdom.
He will keep me from every evil work, and preserve me to his heavenly Kingdom.
pns31 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d j-jn n1, cc vvb pno11 p-acp po31 j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10879
This serves to let us see the admirable and transcendent happiness of all that have an interest in Jesus Christ, in this respect that they are safe from all evil.
This serves to let us see the admirable and transcendent happiness of all that have an Interest in jesus christ, in this respect that they Are safe from all evil.
np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d cst vhb dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vbr j p-acp d n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10880
God will withhold no good from them, as the Prophet David speaks;God will withhold no good from them, as the Prophet David speaks;
np1 vmb vvi dx j p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz;
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10881
and then upon the other side, he will keep all evil from them, as you have it in my Text. Beloved, we are here in an uncomfortable place, a wicked world, in which we are exposed (as considered in our selves) to all evil.
and then upon the other side, he will keep all evil from them, as you have it in my Text. beloved, we Are Here in an uncomfortable place, a wicked world, in which we Are exposed (as considered in our selves) to all evil.
cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n-jn p-acp pno32, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 np1 j-vvn, pns12 vbr av p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn (c-acp vvn p-acp po12 n2) p-acp d n-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10882
We are exempt from no temptation; No not the blackest and the bloodlest, to the very worst of sins.
We Are exempt from no temptation; No not the Blackest and the bloodlest, to the very worst of Sins.
pns12 vbr j p-acp dx n1; uh-dx xx dt js-jn cc dt vv2, p-acp dt av js pp-f n2.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10883
We are secure from no affliction, no not the sharpest and the most extream.
We Are secure from no affliction, no not the Sharpest and the most extreme.
pns12 vbr j p-acp dx n1, uh-dx xx dt js cc dt av-ds j-jn.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10884
If there be any worse then other, which we conceive would be most bitter and intolerable to us, it is going in the world,
If there be any Worse then other, which we conceive would be most bitter and intolerable to us, it is going in the world,
cs pc-acp vbb d jc cs j-jn, r-crq pns12 vvb vmd vbi av-ds j cc j p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10885
and it may seise on us as well as others:
and it may seize on us as well as Others:
cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp av c-acp n2-jn:
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10886
Yea, we are always bearing with us in our bosoms, that which is infinitely worse then both the other, viz. the evil of corruption:
Yea, we Are always bearing with us in our bosoms, that which is infinitely Worse then both the other, viz. the evil of corruption:
uh, pns12 vbr av vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cst r-crq vbz av-j av-jc cs d dt j-jn, n1 dt n-jn pp-f n1:
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10887
so that we seem to be in a very sad condition.
so that we seem to be in a very sad condition.
av cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j j n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10888
But yet this comfort waits upon us still, the Lord will surely keep us absolutely free from the evil of them all.
But yet this Comfort waits upon us still, the Lord will surely keep us absolutely free from the evil of them all.
p-acp av d n1 vvz p-acp pno12 av, dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 av-j vvi p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pno32 d.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10889
The worst of them may do us good, but it shall never do us hurt,
The worst of them may do us good, but it shall never do us hurt,
dt js pp-f pno32 vmb vdi pno12 j, cc-acp pn31 vmb av-x vdi pno12 vvi,
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10890
as long as there is any vertue in our Saviours Intercession, as long as he hath any interest in God the Father.
as long as there is any virtue in our Saviors Intercession, as long as he hath any Interest in God the Father.
c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(45) part (DIV2)
1397
Page 379
10891
And therefore when we look upon the world, and see it marching out against us with bloody persecutions and afflictions;
And Therefore when we look upon the world, and see it marching out against us with bloody persecutions and afflictions;
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pn31 vvg av p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2 cc n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10892
when we look upon the Devil, and see him ready to assault us with his fiery darts, and fierce tentations;
when we look upon the devil, and see him ready to assault us with his fiery darts, and fierce tentations;
c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 j n2, cc j n2;
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10893
when we look inward to our own hearts, and see such swarms of hellish lusts and base corruptions there,
when we look inward to our own hearts, and see such swarms of hellish Lustiest and base corruptions there,
c-crq pns12 vvb j p-acp po12 d n2, cc vvi d n2 pp-f j n2 cc j n2 a-acp,
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10894
and are ready to cry out in the anguish of our souls, Oh miserable men that we are, who shall deliver us!
and Are ready to cry out in the anguish of our Souls, O miserable men that we Are, who shall deliver us!
cc vbr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, uh j n2 cst pns12 vbr, r-crq vmb vvi pno12!
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10895
let us look up to Jesus Christ, and think upon his powerful Intercession with the Father, that he hath prayed him to preserve and keep us from all the evil in the world,
let us look up to jesus christ, and think upon his powerful Intercession with the Father, that he hath prayed him to preserve and keep us from all the evil in the world,
vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp np1 np1, cc vvb p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp d dt j-jn p-acp dt n1,
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10896
and so let us be quiet and secure:
and so let us be quiet and secure:
cc av vvb pno12 vbi j-jn cc j:
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10897
Let us say as David once, Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, among men, among Devils, among temptations,
Let us say as David once, Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, among men, among Devils, among temptations,
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 a-acp, cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2,
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10898
and corruptions, and afflictions of all sorts, of all sizes, yet I will not be afraid;
and corruptions, and afflictions of all sorts, of all sizes, yet I will not be afraid;
cc n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2, pp-f d n2, av pns11 vmb xx vbi j;
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10899
for Christ hath interceded for me to the Father, and he will certainly preserve me from the hurt of all these;
for christ hath interceded for me to the Father, and he will Certainly preserve me from the hurt of all these;
p-acp np1 vhz vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d;
(45) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 379
10901
JOHN 17.16. They are not of the world, even as I am not, &c. AND thus far of the Second Argument with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father, together with the Explication of it.JOHN 17.16. They Are not of the world, even as I am not, etc. AND thus Far of the Second Argument with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father, together with the Explication of it.
np1 crd. pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx, av cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz po31 vvb p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1398
Page 380
10902
To this he adds a repetition of that which he delivered word for word before, as you shall see if you compare them both together.
To this he adds a repetition of that which he Delivered word for word before, as you shall see if you compare them both together.
p-acp d pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n1 a-acp, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb pno32 d av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1400
Page 380
10903
They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. He said before, I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them, They Are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. He said before, I have given them thy Word, and the world hath hated them,
pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1. pns31 vvd a-acp, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno32,
(46) part (DIV2)
1400
Page 380
10904
because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. Because they Are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1400
Page 380
10905
And here again, they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
And Here again, they Are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
cc av av, pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1400
Page 380
10906
So that you see my Brethren, Repetition of the self same thing, and in the self same words in Prayer, is not to be condemned in all cases.
So that you see my Brothers, Repetition of the self same thing, and in the self same words in Prayer, is not to be condemned in all cases.
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, n1 pp-f dt n1 d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 d n2 p-acp n1, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10907
Our Saviour as he is our Mediator to pray for us, so he is our Master too, to instruct us how to pray;
Our Saviour as he is our Mediator to pray for us, so he is our Master too, to instruct us how to pray;
po12 n1 c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, av pns31 vbz po12 n1 av, pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi;
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10908
Master, say the Disciples to our Saviour, Luk. 11.1.Master, say the Disciples to our Saviour, Luk. 11.1.
n1, vvb dt n2 p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10909
teach us to pray as John also taught his Disciples. And he teaches us to pray not by his precept only, but by example too.teach us to pray as John also taught his Disciples. And he Teaches us to pray not by his precept only, but by Exampl too.
vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av vvd po31 n2. cc pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi xx p-acp po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1 av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10910
And in the latter way he teaches us in this place, to fetch over things again that have been said before in prayer,
And in the latter Way he Teaches us in this place, to fetch over things again that have been said before in prayer,
cc p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 av cst vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10911
yea, sometimes in the very same expressions.
yea, sometime in the very same expressions.
uh, av p-acp dt av d n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10912
And in another place the Holy Ghost observeth of him, that he prayed a second and a third time, saying the very same words, Matth. 26.44. He could have varied, but he would not varie, because his judgement and affection led him into the very same tract wherein he had gone once or twice before.
And in Another place the Holy Ghost observeth of him, that he prayed a second and a third time, saying the very same words, Matthew 26.44. He could have varied, but he would not vary, Because his judgement and affection led him into the very same tract wherein he had gone once or twice before.
cc p-acp j-jn n1 dt j n1 vvz pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vvd dt ord cc dt ord n1, vvg dt av d n2, np1 crd. pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi, c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j d n1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp cc av a-acp.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10913
And so when repetitions are not of necessity, but out of choise, because the zeal and fervor of the speaker draws him and invites him to it, they are sometimes of very good use.
And so when repetitions Are not of necessity, but out of choice, Because the zeal and fervor of the speaker draws him and invites him to it, they Are sometime of very good use.
cc av c-crq n2 vbr xx pp-f n1, cc-acp av pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31 cc vvz pno31 p-acp pn31, pns32 vbr av pp-f av j n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10914
Indeed our Saviour, I acknowledge, interdicteth repetitions: but mark, what repetitions my Beloved; Battologies, vain repetitions:
Indeed our Saviour, I acknowledge, interdicteth repetitions: but mark, what repetitions my beloved; Battologies, vain repetitions:
np1 po12 n1, pns11 vvb, vvz n2: cc-acp vvb, r-crq n2 po11 np1; n2, j n2:
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10915
When ye pray, NONLATINALPHABET, use no vain repetitions, as the Heathens do, and as the Papists do, who use to babble over so many Pater Nosters, and so many Ave Maries, and think to be heard for their much speaking,When you pray,, use no vain repetitions, as the heathens do, and as the Papists do, who use to babble over so many Pater Noster's, and so many Have Mary's, and think to be herd for their much speaking,
c-crq pn22 vvb,, vvb dx j n2, c-acp dt n2-jn vdb, cc p-acp dt njp2 vdb, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp av d n1 ng1, cc av d vhb npg1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 d vvg,
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10916
as it is added there in that place, Mat. 6.7. Observe it well; our Saviour saith not, use no repetitions; but use no vain repetitions.
as it is added there in that place, Mathew 6.7. Observe it well; our Saviour Says not, use no repetitions; but use no vain repetitions.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av; po12 n1 vvz xx, vvb dx n2; p-acp vvi dx j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10917
And when they flow from the strength of the affection, that knows not which way to get off from some considerable and important thing,
And when they flow from the strength of the affection, that knows not which Way to get off from Some considerable and important thing,
cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz xx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d j cc j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10918
as you may note in David, and other Saints in Scripture, they are not vain, but to very good purpose.
as you may note in David, and other Saints in Scripture, they Are not vain, but to very good purpose.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr xx j, cc-acp p-acp av j n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1401
Page 380
10919
What was our Saviours purpose in the repetition that he uses in my Text, is diversly conceived by those that write upon it.
What was our Saviors purpose in the repetition that he uses in my Text, is diversely conceived by those that write upon it.
q-crq vbds po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp po11 n1, vbz av-j vvn p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 380
10920
Once this is evident to me, there is the same occasion for the repetition, that there was for the mention of the self-same thing before.
Once this is evident to me, there is the same occasion for the repetition, that there was for the mention of the selfsame thing before.
a-acp d vbz j p-acp pno11, pc-acp vbz dt d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 a-acp.
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 380
10921
Before, the hatred to which they were exposed in the world, and here the evil which they were like to suffer from the world, of both which this was the true reason,
Before, the hatred to which they were exposed in the world, and Here the evil which they were like to suffer from the world, of both which this was the true reason,
p-acp, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n-jn r-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pp-f d r-crq d vbds dt j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 380
10922
because indeed they were not of this world but of another. There, saith our Saviour, the world hath hated them;
Because indeed they were not of this world but of Another. There, Says our Saviour, the world hath hated them;
c-acp av pns32 vbdr xx pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f j-jn. a-acp, vvz po12 n1, dt n1 vhz vvn pno32;
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 380
10923
how so? They are not of the world, even as I am not of this world.
how so? They Are not of the world, even as I am not of this world.
c-crq av? pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10924
Here saith our Saviour, I pray thee Father, keep them from the evil of the world.
Here Says our Saviour, I pray thee Father, keep them from the evil of the world.
av vvz po12 n1, pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10925
Why, are they like to suffer evil from the world? how so? The same again, They are not of the world,
Why, Are they like to suffer evil from the world? how so? The same again, They Are not of the world,
q-crq, vbr pns32 av-j pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1? uh-crq av? dt d av, pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10926
even as I am not of the world. even as I am not of the world.
av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10927
And he would have it to be very well observed, that all the hatred and injurious dealing, to which his poor Disciples were exposed in the world, proceeded not from any fault of theirs,
And he would have it to be very well observed, that all the hatred and injurious dealing, to which his poor Disciples were exposed in the world, proceeded not from any fault of theirs,
cc pns31 vmd vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi av av vvn, cst d dt n1 cc j n-vvg, p-acp r-crq po31 j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvd xx p-acp d n1 pp-f png32,
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10928
but it was meerly upon this account, because they were not of the world, but were conformable to Christ himself in this particular:
but it was merely upon this account, Because they were not of the world, but were conformable to christ himself in this particular:
cc-acp pn31 vbds av-j p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vbdr j p-acp np1 px31 p-acp d j:
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10929
The world likes them much the worse, because they were in this respect like Christ.
The world likes them much the Worse, Because they were in this respect like christ.
dt n1 vvz pno32 d dt av-jc, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp d n1 av-j np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1402
Page 381
10930
I shall not now insist upon the words as considered in dependence, and as they are a reason of the evil usage which Christs Disciples use to meet withal in this world;
I shall not now insist upon the words as considered in dependence, and as they Are a reason of the evil usage which Christ Disciples use to meet withal in this world;
pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt n2 a-acp vvn p-acp n1, cc c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 r-crq npg1 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1403
Page 381
10931
For this I did when I last met with them; But I shall take them absolutely as considered in themselves:
For this I did when I last met with them; But I shall take them absolutely as considered in themselves:
c-acp d pns11 vdd c-crq pns11 ord vvd p-acp pno32; cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av-j a-acp vvn p-acp px32:
(46) part (DIV2)
1403
Page 381
10932
And so they yield us out this general Observation.
And so they yield us out this general Observation.
cc av pns32 vvb pno12 av d j n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1403
Page 381
10933
DOCTRINE That Christs Disciples are in this respect like Christ himself, that they are of another world as he is.DOCTRINE That Christ Disciples Are in this respect like christ himself, that they Are of Another world as he is.
n1 cst npg1 n2 vbr p-acp d n1 av-j np1 px31, cst pns32 vbr a-acp j-jn n1 c-acp pns31 vbz.
(46) part (DIV2)
1403
Page 381
10934
There are two things in the point, which I shall clear distinctly and in order: First Christ himself is not of this world, but of another.
There Are two things in the point, which I shall clear distinctly and in order: First christ himself is not of this world, but of Another.
pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av-j cc p-acp n1: ord np1 px31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1404
Page 381
10935
Then Christs Disciples are in this respect like him.
Then Christ Disciples Are in this respect like him.
av npg1 n2 vbr p-acp d n1 av-j pno31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1404
Page 381
10936
They are like him many ways, in many things, and especially in this among the rest, That they are not of the world,
They Are like him many ways, in many things, and especially in this among the rest, That they Are not of the world,
pns32 vbr av-j pno31 d n2, p-acp d n2, cc av-j p-acp d p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1404
Page 381
10937
as he is not of the world. as he is not of the world.
c-acp pns31 vbz xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1404
Page 381
10938
As for the first of these, That Christ himself is not of this world, but of another, you see it is his own express assertion in my Text, I am not of this world:
As for the First of these, That christ himself is not of this world, but of Another, you see it is his own express assertion in my Text, I am not of this world:
p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cst np1 px31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn, pn22 vvb pn31 vbz po31 d j n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1405
Page 381
10939
He doth not say, I am not in this world; for that indeed he could not say when he made this prayer;
He does not say, I am not in this world; for that indeed he could not say when he made this prayer;
pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns11 vbm xx p-acp d n1; c-acp cst av pns31 vmd xx vvi c-crq pns31 vvd d n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1405
Page 381
10940
Nay, he saith the contrary but a verse or two before, These things speak I in the world.
Nay, he Says the contrary but a verse or two before, These things speak I in the world.
uh-x, pns31 vvz dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc crd p-acp, d n2 vvb pns11 p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1405
Page 381
10941
But I am not of this world, this he affirmeth here, and in divers others places:But I am not of this world, this he Affirmeth Here, and in diverse Others places:
p-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1, d pns31 vvz av, cc p-acp j n2-jn n2:
(46) part (DIV2)
1405
Page 381
10942
Though he were really a man, yet he was not like other men, at least not like worldly men in this regard,
Though he were really a man, yet he was not like other men, At least not like worldly men in this regard,
cs pns31 vbdr av-j dt n1, av pns31 vbds xx av-j j-jn n2, p-acp ds xx av-j j n2 p-acp d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1405
Page 381
10943
as he told the Pharisees, Joh. 8.23. Ye are of this world, I am not of this world.
as he told the Pharisees, John 8.23. You Are of this world, I am not of this world.
c-acp pns31 vvd dt np2, np1 crd. pn22 vbr pp-f d n1, pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1405
Page 381
10944
Now to open this a little, I shall shew you particularly and distinctly that Jesus Christ when he was here in this world,
Now to open this a little, I shall show you particularly and distinctly that jesus christ when he was Here in this world,
av pc-acp vvi d dt j, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j cc av-j cst np1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1406
Page 381
10945
yet he was not of this world, but of another, especially in these respects. As first because he came from another world.
yet he was not of this world, but of Another, especially in these respects. As First Because he Come from Another world.
av pns31 vbds xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn, av-j p-acp d n2. p-acp ord c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1406
Page 381
10946
And secondly, because he lived in another world. And thirdly, because he went to another world;
And secondly, Because he lived in Another world. And Thirdly, Because he went to Another world;
cc ord, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1. cc ord, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1406
Page 381
10947
I shall follow these in order.
I shall follow these in order.
pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1406
Page 381
10948
1. Jesus Christ when he was here in this world, yet he was not of this world,
1. jesus christ when he was Here in this world, yet he was not of this world,
crd np1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1, av pns31 vbds xx pp-f d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 381
10949
but of another, because he came from another world:
but of Another, Because he Come from Another world:
cc-acp pp-f j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 381
10950
And he was more properly of the world he came from, then of the world he sojourned in for a little space only.
And he was more properly of the world he Come from, then of the world he sojourned in for a little Molle only.
cc pns31 vbds av-dc av-j pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp, av pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp dt j n1 av-j.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 381
10951
And thus he argues with the Jews, in the fore-alleadged Scripture, Joh. 8.23. Ye are from beneath, I am from above, saith he.
And thus he argues with the jews, in the fore-alleged Scripture, John 8.23. You Are from beneath, I am from above, Says he.
cc av pns31 vvz p-acp dt np2, p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. pn22 vbr p-acp a-acp, pns11 vbm p-acp a-acp, vvz pns31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 381
10952
And what doth he infer upon it? Ye are of this world, I am not of this world.
And what does he infer upon it? You Are of this world, I am not of this world.
cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? pn22 vbr pp-f d n1, pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 381
10953
You see both the clauses answer one another; Ye are from beneath, and therefore ye are of this world.
You see both the clauses answer one Another; the Are from beneath, and Therefore you Are of this world.
pn22 vvb d dt n2 vvb pi j-jn; dt vbr p-acp a-acp, cc av pn22 vbr pp-f d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 381
10954
I am from above, and therefore I am not of this world; In this respect he is called the Lord from heaven, 1 Cor. 15.47. Observe it, not the Lord in heaven, but the Lord from heaven: I am from above, and Therefore I am not of this world; In this respect he is called the Lord from heaven, 1 Cor. 15.47. Observe it, not the Lord in heaven, but the Lord from heaven:
pns11 vbm p-acp a-acp, cc av pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1; p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. vvb pn31, xx dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10955
and that not only with relation to his second, but also to his first coming; No man hath ascended up to heaven, saith our Saviour Christ himself, Joh. 3.13. but he that came down from heaven.
and that not only with Relation to his second, but also to his First coming; No man hath ascended up to heaven, Says our Saviour christ himself, John 3.13. but he that Come down from heaven.
cc cst xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 ord, cc-acp av p-acp po31 ord n-vvg; dx n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, vvz po12 n1 np1 px31, np1 crd. p-acp pns31 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10956
So that when he was incarnate, he came down from heaven in a sense; for of this our Saviour speaks in that place:
So that when he was incarnate, he Come down from heaven in a sense; for of this our Saviour speaks in that place:
av cst c-crq pns31 vbds j, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; c-acp pp-f d po12 n1 vvz p-acp d n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10957
And to this speech of Christ it is that the Apostle Paul alludeth, when speaking of our Saviour Christs ascension, Ephes. 4.8.
And to this speech of christ it is that the Apostle Paul alludeth, when speaking of our Saviour Christ Ascension, Ephesians 4.8.
cc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 np1 vvz, c-crq vvg pp-f po12 n1 npg1 n1, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10958
he addeth presently by way of Explication, Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? So then, descend he did at first from heaven,
he adds presently by Way of Explication, Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also First descended into the lower parts of the earth? So then, descend he did At First from heaven,
pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av cst pns31 vvd, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp cst pns31 av ord vvd p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f dt n1? av av, vvb pns31 vdd p-acp ord p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10980
but of another, because indeed he was but going to another world;
but of Another, Because indeed he was but going to Another world;
cc-acp pp-f j-jn, c-acp av pns31 vbds p-acp vvg p-acp j-jn n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 382
10959
as after he ascended up again to heaven. And because he came from heaven, he is more properly of heaven, then of earth;
as After he ascended up again to heaven. And Because he Come from heaven, he is more properly of heaven, then of earth;
c-acp c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp av p-acp n1. cc c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1, pns31 vbz av-dc av-j pp-f n1, av pp-f n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10960
as the Apostle Paul insinuates very clearly, when he calls him the Lord from heaven, heavenly, 1 Cor. 15.47, 48. Because from heaven,
as the Apostle Paul insinuates very clearly, when he calls him the Lord from heaven, heavenly, 1 Cor. 15.47, 48. Because from heaven,
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz av av-j, c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp n1, j, crd np1 crd, crd p-acp p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10961
therefore heavenly, not of this world, but of another.
Therefore heavenly, not of this world, but of Another.
av j, xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1407
Page 382
10962
2. Jesus Christ when he was here in this world, yet he was not of this world,
2. jesus christ when he was Here in this world, yet he was not of this world,
crd np1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1, av pns31 vbds xx pp-f d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10963
but of another, because he lived in another; Here he breathed, but there he lived; he did not live the life of this world, but the life of heaven;
but of Another, Because he lived in Another; Here he breathed, but there he lived; he did not live the life of this world, but the life of heaven;
cc-acp pp-f j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn; av pns31 vvd, cc-acp a-acp pns31 vvd; pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10964
and that not in expectation, as we do, but in fruition; He lived the life of perfect righteousness and perfect holiness, the life of Angels;
and that not in expectation, as we do, but in fruition; He lived the life of perfect righteousness and perfect holiness, the life of Angels;
cc cst xx p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vdb, cc-acp p-acp n1; pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10965
yea, a life above Angels while he was here in this world:
yea, a life above Angels while he was Here in this world:
uh, dt n1 p-acp n2 cs pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10966
That life which is to be attained by us, nowhere but in heaven only, Christ lived here in this world;
That life which is to be attained by us, nowhere but in heaven only, christ lived Here in this world;
cst n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, av cc-acp p-acp n1 av-j, np1 vvd av p-acp d n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10967
and this perhaps was partly aimed at by our Saviour in that speech of his, Joh. 3.13. No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven:
and this perhaps was partly aimed At by our Saviour in that speech of his, John 3.13. No man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that Come down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven:
cc d av vbds av vvn p-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, np1 crd. dx n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10968
He was then come down from heaven, he was then upon the earth when he spake these words.
He was then come down from heaven, he was then upon the earth when he spoke these words.
pns31 vbds av vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd d n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10969
And yet he addeth, he was then in heaven too, even the Son of man which is in heaven.
And yet he adds, he was then in heaven too, even the Son of man which is in heaven.
cc av pns31 vvz, pns31 vbds av p-acp n1 av, av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10970
And he was then in heaven, not only as the Son of God, but as the Son of man too.
And he was then in heaven, not only as the Son of God, but as the Son of man too.
cc pns31 vbds av p-acp n1, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10971
Virtually he was there, though he were not locally: His life did relish infinitely more of heaven then of earth.
Virtually he was there, though he were not locally: His life did relish infinitely more of heaven then of earth.
av-j pns31 vbds a-acp, cs pns31 vbdr xx av-j: po31 n1 vdd vvi av-j n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1408
Page 382
10972
And therefore it is very notable that he disclaimed all medling with these earthly things;
And Therefore it is very notable that he disclaimed all meddling with these earthly things;
cc av pn31 vbz av j cst pns31 vvn d vvg p-acp d j n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10973
he would not once so much as touch with them, neither as a Judge or a divider, as himself professeth, Luk. 12.14. nor as possessor neither.
he would not once so much as touch with them, neither as a Judge or a divider, as himself Professes, Luk. 12.14. nor as possessor neither.
pns31 vmd xx a-acp av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp pno32, av-dx p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, c-acp px31 vvz, np1 crd. ccx p-acp n1 av-dx.
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10974
It's true, he was a King, as he implicitely acknowledges to Pilate; and he had a kind of Kingdom while he was here in this world,
It's true, he was a King, as he implicitly acknowledges to Pilate; and he had a kind of Kingdom while he was Here in this world,
pn31|vbz j, pns31 vbds dt n1, c-acp pns31 av-j vvz p-acp np1; cc pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10975
but it was not of this world; My Kingdom is not of this world, saith Christ himself, Joh. 18.36.
but it was not of this world; My Kingdom is not of this world, Says christ himself, John 18.36.
cc-acp pn31 vbds xx pp-f d n1; po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, vvz np1 px31, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10976
And therefore he did nor erect it outwardly, with any outward policy and splendour among men,
And Therefore he did nor erect it outwardly, with any outward policy and splendour among men,
cc av pns31 vdd ccx vvi pn31 av-j, p-acp d j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10977
but he did only set it up in the hearts of a few despised people, to whom he said, My Kingdom is within you; Luk. 17.21.
but he did only Set it up in the hearts of a few despised people, to whom he said, My Kingdom is within you; Luk. 17.21.
cc-acp pns31 vdd av-j vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d j-vvn n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, po11 n1 vbz p-acp pn22; np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10978
And so in every thing, my Brethren, he avoided such a conversation as might intimate him to be one of this world.
And so in every thing, my Brothers, he avoided such a Conversation as might intimate him to be one of this world.
cc av p-acp d n1, po11 n2, pns31 vvd d dt n1 c-acp vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi crd pp-f d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1409
Page 382
10979
3. Jesus Christ when he was here in this world, yet he was not of this world,
3. jesus christ when he was Here in this world, yet he was not of this world,
crd np1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1, av pns31 vbds xx pp-f d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 382
10981
From another world he came, as you have heard before, and to another world he was about to go.
From Another world he Come, as you have herd before, and to Another world he was about to go.
p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvd, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn a-acp, cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10982
Only he tarried here a little, about some weighty and important business which his Father sent him down into this lower world to do,
Only he tarried Here a little, about Some weighty and important business which his Father sent him down into this lower world to do,
j pns31 vvd av dt j, p-acp d j cc j n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp d jc n1 pc-acp vdi,
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10983
and as soon as that was ended, he returned to heaven again.
and as soon as that was ended, he returned to heaven again.
cc c-acp av c-acp d vbds vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp n1 av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10984
So that you see, brethren, he conversed here but as a Messenger from God the Father, whose errand he came down upon,
So that you see, brothers, he conversed Here but as a Messenger from God the Father, whose errand he Come down upon,
av cst pn22 vvb, n2, pns31 vvd av cc-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, rg-crq n1 pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp,
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10985
and to whom he was to go, assoon as he had finished what he came for.
and to whom he was to go, As soon as he had finished what he Come for.
cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi, av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp.
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10986
And therefore he avoided any kind of setlement in this world, any way of making this his fixed habitation,
And Therefore he avoided any kind of settlement in this world, any Way of making this his fixed habitation,
cc av pns31 vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, d n1 pp-f vvg d po31 j-vvn n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10987
as he told the Scribe that was about to follow him, Mat. 8.20. The Foxes have holes, and the Birds of the air have nests, but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
as he told the Scribe that was about to follow him, Mathew 8.20. The Foxes have holes, and the Birds of the air have nests, but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.
c-acp pns31 vvd dt vvi cst vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, np1 crd. dt n2 vhb n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10988
Yea, he professed that he was not in the world, while he was here, because indeed he was not to continue here;
Yea, he professed that he was not in the world, while he was Here, Because indeed he was not to continue Here;
uh, pns31 vvd cst pns31 vbds xx p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbds av, c-acp av pns31 vbds xx pc-acp vvi av;
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10989
he was shortly to depart, he was as good as gone already, as in this Chapter I am handling, ver. 11. And now I am no more in the world, but I come to th•e.
he was shortly to depart, he was as good as gone already, as in this Chapter I am handling, ver. 11. And now I am no more in the world, but I come to th•e.
pns31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbds a-acp j c-acp vvn av, c-acp p-acp d n1 pns11 vbm vvg, fw-la. crd cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10990
And this for cleering of the former member of the point, that Christ himself is not of this world, but of another.
And this for clearing of the former member of the point, that christ himself is not of this world, but of Another.
cc d c-acp n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 px31 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1410
Page 383
10991
Now for the second branch, that Christs Disciples are in this respect like Christ himself, this lies before you in the letter of the text, They are not of the world,
Now for the second branch, that Christ Disciples Are in this respect like christ himself, this lies before you in the Letter of the text, They Are not of the world,
av p-acp dt ord n1, cst npg1 n2 vbr p-acp d n1 av-j np1 px31, d vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1411
Page 383
10992
even as I am not of the world. even as I am not of the world.
av c-acp pns11 vbm xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1411
Page 383
10993
And this our Saviour often minds them of, as you may see that place for instance, to name no more at this time, John 15.19. Ye are not of the world, saith he, but I have chosen you out of the world.
And this our Saviour often minds them of, as you may see that place for instance, to name no more At this time, John 15.19. You Are not of the world, Says he, but I have chosen you out of the world.
cc d po12 n1 av vvz pno32 pp-f, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dx dc p-acp d n1, np1 crd. pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, vvz pns31, p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1411
Page 383
10994
Indeed, as Christ is, so they are in this world, as the Apostle speaks, 1 John 4.7.
Indeed, as christ is, so they Are in this world, as the Apostle speaks, 1 John 4.7.
av, c-acp np1 vbz, av pns32 vbr p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1411
Page 383
10995
So in this world, that they are not of the world.
So in this world, that they Are not of the world.
av p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1411
Page 383
10996
And that in all the three respects wherein we have clearly shewed you that Christ is not of this world, but of another.
And that in all the three respects wherein we have clearly showed you that christ is not of this world, but of Another.
cc cst p-acp d dt crd n2 c-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn pn22 cst np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1411
Page 383
10997
1. Christs Disciples came from another world, and so in that respect they are not of the world,
1. Christ Disciples Come from Another world, and so in that respect they Are not of the world,
crd npg1 n2 vvd p-acp j-jn n1, cc av p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
10998
as Christ is not of the world.
as christ is not of the world.
c-acp np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
10999
I say they came originally from another world, although not as they are men, yet as they are Saints and Christians:
I say they Come originally from Another world, although not as they Are men, yet as they Are Saints and Christians:
pns11 vvb pns32 vvd av-j p-acp j-jn n1, cs xx c-acp pns32 vbr n2, av c-acp pns32 vbr n2 cc np1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
11000
So they are from above of God, they are his off-spring, as Paul said to the Athenians, God is their Father, for they are begotten of him, 1 John 5.18.
So they Are from above of God, they Are his offspring, as Paul said to the Athenians, God is their Father, for they Are begotten of him, 1 John 5.18.
av pns32 vbr p-acp p-acp pp-f np1, pns32 vbr po31 n1, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt njp2, np1 vbz po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pp-f pno31, crd np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
11001
And God is their Mother too, for they are born of him, 1 Iohn 3.9. So that you see, they are no less then a divine and heavenly generation.
And God is their Mother too, for they Are born of him, 1 John 3.9. So that you see, they Are no less then a divine and heavenly generation.
cc np1 vbz po32 n1 av, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pp-f pno31, crd np1 crd. av cst pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc cs dt j-jn cc j n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
11002
And they are members of the New Jerusalem, which John saw coming down from heaven, Apoc. 21.2.
And they Are members of the New Jerusalem, which John saw coming down from heaven, Apocalypse 21.2.
cc pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq np1 vvd vvg a-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
11003
They are only for a while let down from heaven in a sheet, as the creatures were to Peter in a vision, and so taken up again.
They Are only for a while let down from heaven in a sheet, as the creatures were to Peter in a vision, and so taken up again.
pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvn a-acp av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1412
Page 383
11004
2. As Christs Disciples came from another world, so they live in another world, and so in that respect they are not of the world,
2. As Christ Disciples Come from Another world, so they live in Another world, and so in that respect they Are not of the world,
crd p-acp npg1 n2 vvd p-acp j-jn n1, av pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, cc av p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11005
as Christ is not of the world; Their Conversation is in heaven, as the Apostle speaks, Phil. 3.20. With the woman, Apoc. 12. they tread the Moon, this variable and unconstant world under their feet.
as christ is not of the world; Their Conversation is in heaven, as the Apostle speaks, Philip 3.20. With the woman, Apocalypse 12. they tread the Moon, this variable and unconstant world under their feet.
c-acp np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1; po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1, np1 crd pns32 vvb dt n1, d j cc j n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11006
Trample with a disdainfull and a holy scorn upon earth and earthly things.
Trample with a disdainful and a holy scorn upon earth and earthly things.
vvb p-acp dt j cc dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11007
Honors are too ignoble to command them, riches too poor to buy them, pleasures too fleeting to allure them.
Honours Are too ignoble to command them, riches too poor to buy them, pleasures too fleeting to allure them.
ng1 vbr av j pc-acp vvi pno32, n2 av j pc-acp vvi pno32, n2 av j-vvg pc-acp vvi pno32.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11008
Sometimes they are transported (as it were) rapt and taken up into heaven in sweet Soliloquies,
Sometime they Are transported (as it were) rapt and taken up into heaven in sweet Soliloquies,
av pns32 vbr vvn (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11009
and in holy contemplations, ravished beyond themselves with cleer and comfortable apprehensions of their Fathers love.
and in holy contemplations, ravished beyond themselves with clear and comfortable apprehensions of their Father's love.
cc p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp px32 p-acp j cc j n2 pp-f po32 ng1 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11010
Indeed they get above the world, they soare higher then the earth, their treasure is in heaven,
Indeed they get above the world, they soar higher then the earth, their treasure is in heaven,
av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb av-jc cs dt n1, po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 383
11011
and there are their hearts also: Their life is Angel-like:and there Are their hearts also: Their life is Angel-like:
cc pc-acp vbr po32 n2 av: po32 n1 vbz av-j:
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11012
they live with men indeed, but walk with God, as Moses speaks of Enoch. They have their eyes on him (as Moses) they see him who is invisible, and they are taken up with him in all their wayes and actions.they live with men indeed, but walk with God, as Moses speaks of Enoch. They have their eyes on him (as Moses) they see him who is invisible, and they Are taken up with him in all their ways and actions.
pns32 vvb p-acp n2 av, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1, p-acp np1 vvz pp-f np1. pns32 vhb po32 n2 p-acp pno31 (c-acp np1) pns32 vvb pno31 r-crq vbz j, cc pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11013
They are acquainted very well with the Almighty, (to use the phrase of holy Job ) they converse with God here, come very often to his house,
They Are acquainted very well with the Almighty, (to use the phrase of holy Job) they converse with God Here, come very often to his house,
pns32 vbr vvn av av p-acp dt j-jn, (pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j np1) pns32 vvb p-acp np1 av, vvb av av p-acp po31 n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11014
now and then sup with him, speak with him twice a day at least, and that in a familiar way,
now and then sup with him, speak with him twice a day At least, and that in a familiar Way,
av cc av vvi p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp pno31 av dt n1 p-acp ds, cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11015
untill at length they be admitted to a more neer and intimate enjoyment of the Lord for ever, 1 Thes. 4.17.
until At length they be admitted to a more near and intimate enjoyment of the Lord for ever, 1 Thebes 4.17.
c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt av-dc av-j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp av, crd np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11016
till they be caught up (as they were first let down,) to meet him,
till they be caught up (as they were First let down,) to meet him,
c-acp pns32 vbb vvn a-acp (c-acp pns32 vbdr ord vvb a-acp,) pc-acp vvi pno31,
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11017
and so to be for ever with the Lord.
and so to be for ever with the Lord.
cc av pc-acp vbi p-acp av p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1413
Page 384
11018
3. Christs Disciples are going to another world, and so in that respect they are not of the world,
3. Christ Disciples Are going to Another world, and so in that respect they Are not of the world,
crd npg1 n2 vbr vvg p-acp j-jn n1, cc av p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11019
as Christ is not of the world, because the world is not their fixed habitation;
as christ is not of the world, Because the world is not their fixed habitation;
c-acp np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz xx po32 j-vvn n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11020
It is the character of wicked wretches, that they are men of this world, and that they have their portion here, Psal. 17.14. In which respect the Prophet sets them in opposition to the Saints.
It is the character of wicked wretches, that they Are men of this world, and that they have their portion Here, Psalm 17.14. In which respect the Prophet sets them in opposition to the Saints.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d n1, cc d pns32 vhb po32 n1 av, np1 crd. p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11021
And so ungodly men are stiled the inhabitants and the indwellers of the earth, very often in the Book of Revelation.
And so ungodly men Are styled the inhabitants and the indwellers of the earth, very often in the Book of Revelation.
cc av j n2 vbr vvn dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11022
But now the Christian on the other side, is not a dweller but a stranger on the earth.
But now the Christian on the other side, is not a dweller but a stranger on the earth.
p-acp av dt njp p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11023
And this the Saints of God have frequently professed in the Scriptures.
And this the Saints of God have frequently professed in the Scriptures.
cc d dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb av-j vvn p-acp dt n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11024
The Fathers, they acknowledged (as the Apostle Paul observeth, Heb. 11.13.) that they were forreigners and pilgrims here.
The Father's, they acknowledged (as the Apostle Paul observeth, Hebrew 11.13.) that they were foreigners and pilgrim's Here.
dt n2, pns32 vvd (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.) cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc n2 av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11025
And Abraham, as the same Apostle notes, sojourned in the Land of promise.
And Abraham, as the same Apostle notes, sojourned in the Land of promise.
cc np1, p-acp dt d n1 n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11026
Observe it well, he did not dwell there, but sojourned as in a strange Countrey, Heb. 11.9.
Observe it well, he did not dwell there, but sojourned as in a strange Country, Hebrew 11.9.
vvb pn31 av, pns31 vdd xx vvi a-acp, p-acp vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11027
And why? because he looked for a City where he meant to dwell: he had it not, but he expected it and looked for it.
And why? Because he looked for a city where he meant to dwell: he had it not, but he expected it and looked for it.
cc q-crq? c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi: pns31 vhd pn31 xx, cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 cc vvd p-acp pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11028
And this is that which the Apostle Paul professeth in the name of all the faithfull, that they had no continuing City here (no City that they meant to settle in) but they sought for one to come.
And this is that which the Apostle Paul Professes in the name of all the faithful, that they had no Continuing city Here (no city that they meant to settle in) but they sought for one to come.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j, cst pns32 vhd dx j-vvg n1 av (dx n1 cst pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp) cc-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pi pc-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11029
This was the City that the Fathers saw a great way of, and made towards.
This was the city that the Father's saw a great Way of, and made towards.
d vbds dt n1 cst dt n2 vvd dt j n1 pp-f, cc vvd p-acp.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11030
And so despising all the happiness and glory of the present world, where they were strangers,
And so despising all the happiness and glory of the present world, where they were Strangers,
cc av vvg d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11031
and in which they were tarrying only for a little space, they set their eyes and hearts on this which was their own Countrey, Heb. 11.19. They desired a better Countrey which was an heavenly, where God had prepared for them a City.
and in which they were tarrying only for a little Molle, they Set their eyes and hearts on this which was their own Country, Hebrew 11.19. They desired a better Country which was an heavenly, where God had prepared for them a city.
cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvg av-j p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vvd po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp d r-crq vbds po32 d n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvd dt jc n1 r-crq vbds dt j, c-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11032
And the same disposition you may note in others of the faithfull mentioned there in that Chapter.
And the same disposition you may note in Others of the faithful mentioned there in that Chapter.
cc dt d n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn pp-f dt j vvn a-acp p-acp d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1414
Page 384
11033
Is it so that Christs Disciples are in this respect like Christ himself, that they are of another world as he is? Then let us prove our selves by this my brethren, whither we be Christs Disciples, yea or no.
Is it so that Christ Disciples Are in this respect like christ himself, that they Are of Another world as he is? Then let us prove our selves by this my brothers, whither we be Christ Disciples, yea or no.
vbz pn31 av cst npg1 n2 vbr p-acp d n1 av-j np1 px31, cst pns32 vbr a-acp j-jn n1 c-acp pns31 vbz? av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d po11 n2, c-crq pns12 vbb npg1 n2, uh cc uh-dx.
(46) part (DIV2)
1415
Page 384
11034
If we be the indwellers of the earth, if we be at home here, if we have our portion here, no portion in the other world, we are none of Christs Disciples. No, no;
If we be the indwellers of the earth, if we be At home Here, if we have our portion Here, no portion in the other world, we Are none of Christ Disciples. No, no;
cs pns12 vbb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cs pns12 vbb p-acp n1-an av, cs pns12 vhb po12 n1 av, dx n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns12 vbr pix pp-f npg1 n2. uh-dx, uh-dx;
(46) part (DIV2)
1415
Page 384
11035
if we belong to him we are strangers in the earth, we are absent from our home while we are here;
if we belong to him we Are Strangers in the earth, we Are absent from our home while we Are Here;
cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 pns12 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp po12 n1-an n1 pns12 vbr av;
(46) part (DIV2)
1415
Page 384
11036
we are not of the world as Christ is not of the world; and whether we be so or no, we may discover by these evidences following.we Are not of the world as christ is not of the world; and whither we be so or no, we may discover by these evidences following.
pns12 vbr xx pp-f dt n1 c-acp np1 vbz xx pp-f dt n1; cc cs pns12 vbb av cc uh-dx, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 vvg.
(46) part (DIV2)
1415
Page 384
11037
They that are not of this world, are not in all respects conformed to it; they fashion not themselves according to the world, Rom. 12.2. they walk not according to the course of this world, Ephes. 2.2.
They that Are not of this world, Are not in all respects conformed to it; they fashion not themselves according to the world, Rom. 12.2. they walk not according to the course of this world, Ephesians 2.2.
pns32 d vbr xx pp-f d n1, vbr xx p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp pn31; pns32 vvb xx px32 vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 vvb xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 384
11038
As Turks and Spaniards are not like to Englishmen, they have another kind of visage, another garb and habit, and the like:
As Turks and Spanish Are not like to Englishmen, they have Another kind of visage, Another garb and habit, and the like:
p-acp np1 cc np1 vbr xx av-j p-acp np1, pns32 vhb j-jn n1 pp-f n1, j-jn n1 cc n1, cc dt j:
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11039
So they that are not of this world differ manifestly from it.
So they that Are not of this world differ manifestly from it.
av pns32 cst vbr xx pp-f d n1 vvi av-j p-acp pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11040
There is a clear distinction to be made between them and worldly men, by any man that marks them well,
There is a clear distinction to be made between them and worldly men, by any man that marks them well,
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cc j n2, p-acp d n1 cst vvz pno32 av,
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11041
and hath his Judgement exercised to discern. There are none like them in the earth; their wayes are of another fashion then the wayes of other men.
and hath his Judgement exercised to discern. There Are none like them in the earth; their ways Are of Another fashion then the ways of other men.
cc vhz po31 n1 vvn pc-acp vvi. pc-acp vbr pix j pno32 p-acp dt n1; po32 n2 vbr a-acp j-jn n1 av dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11042
Now I beseech you, my beloved, think upon it;
Now I beseech you, my Beloved, think upon it;
av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb p-acp pn31;
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11043
If you be fashioned to this world, if you be carried with a swinge of the prophane and vitious times and places where you live,
If you be fashioned to this world, if you be carried with a swinge of the profane and vicious times and places where you live,
cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp d n1, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n2 cc n2 c-crq pn22 vvb,
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11044
if you run down the stream with others, if you sleep as others do, 1 Thes. 5.6.
if you run down the stream with Others, if you sleep as Others do, 1 Thebes 5.6.
cs pn22 vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, cs pn22 vvb c-acp n2-jn vdb, crd np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11045
if you swear as others do, if you run out with others to the same excess of riot, you are surely of this world, and not the other.
if you swear as Others do, if you run out with Others to the same excess of riot, you Are surely of this world, and not the other.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp n2-jn vdb, cs pn22 vvb av p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vbr av-j pp-f d n1, cc xx dt j-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1416
Page 385
11046
They that are not of this world, but of the other, have a very dear affection to those of the other world.
They that Are not of this world, but of the other, have a very dear affection to those of the other world.
pns32 d vbr xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n-jn, vhb dt j j-jn n1 p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11047
If travellers and strangers meet with any of their Countreymen in a remote and forreign Land;
If travellers and Strangers meet with any of their Countrymen in a remote and foreign Land;
cs n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp d pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11048
how lovingly do they embrace them? What kindness do they shew them? how are they knit together in a bond of love? Just so it is with Christs Disciples;
how lovingly do they embrace them? What kindness do they show them? how Are they knit together in a bound of love? Just so it is with Christ Disciples;
c-crq av-vvg vdb pns32 vvi pno32? q-crq n1 vdb pns32 vvi pno32? q-crq vbr pns32 vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? j av pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11049
if at any time they light on those who are not of this world, but of the other as themselves are, they are taken up with joy,
if At any time they Light on those who Are not of this world, but of the other as themselves Are, they Are taken up with joy,
cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d r-crq vbr xx pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f dt j-jn c-acp px32 vbr, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11050
and presently their hearts and their affections, by a kind of sympathie do wonderfully close together.
and presently their hearts and their affections, by a kind of Sympathy do wonderfully close together.
cc av-j po32 n2 cc po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb av-j vvi av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11051
And therefore those dissemblers deal too grosly to deceive ( si tamen Hypocrisis dici debeat, quae jam latere prae abundantia non potest, prae impudentia non quaerit, as Bernard speaks) who would be taken to be Christs Disciples,
And Therefore those dissemblers deal too grossly to deceive (si tamen Hypocrisis dici debeat, Quae jam later Prae abundantia non potest, Prae Impudentia non Query, as Bernard speaks) who would be taken to be Christ Disciples,
cc av d n2 vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi (fw-fr fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la jc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1 vvz) r-crq vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi npg1 n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11052
while their companions and their bosome friends are the men of this world; yea Traytors to the place to which they would be thought to appertain.
while their Sodales and their bosom Friends Are the men of this world; yea Traitors to the place to which they would be Thought to appertain.
cs po32 n2 cc po32 n1 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1; uh n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11053
And others hate the very men whom Christ hath called out of the world: holiness whereever they find it being the object of their fury.
And Others hate the very men whom christ hath called out of the world: holiness wherever they find it being the Object of their fury.
cc n2-jn vvb dt j n2 ro-crq np1 vhz vvn av pp-f dt n1: n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11054
Suppose thou wert in Italy, or in another forreign land, and there shouldst meet an Englishman, wouldst thou mock and scoff at him? wouldst thou deride and jear the fashion of his Hat,
Suppose thou Wertenberg in Italy, or in Another foreign land, and there Shouldst meet an Englishman, Wouldst thou mock and scoff At him? Wouldst thou deride and jear the fashion of his Hat,
vvb pns21 vbd2r p-acp np1, cc p-acp j-jn j n1, cc a-acp vmd2 vvi dt np1, vmd2 pns21 vvi cc n1 p-acp pno31? vmd2 pns21 vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11055
and Cloak, and Sute, the manner of his Complement, his Gate, and Carriage, & c.? wouldst thou procure him to be taken up, imprisoned, put to death? Thy earthly Countrey would not own thee,
and Cloak, and Suit, the manner of his Compliment, his Gate, and Carriage, & c.? Wouldst thou procure him to be taken up, imprisoned, put to death? Thy earthly Country would not own thee,
cc n1, cc n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, cc n1, cc sy.? vmd2 pns21 vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, vvn, vvn p-acp n1? po21 j n1 vmd xx vvi pno21,
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11056
if thou shouldst be so unworthy:
if thou Shouldst be so unworthy:
cs pns21 vmd2 vbi av j:
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11057
and truly Heaven will not own the men who deal thus basely and injuriously with the inhabitants of that Countrey.
and truly Heaven will not own the men who deal thus basely and injuriously with the inhabitants of that Country.
cc av-j n1 vmb xx d dt n2 r-crq vvb av av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1417
Page 385
11058
They that are not of this world, their language is not of this world but of the other:
They that Are not of this world, their language is not of this world but of the other:
pns32 d vbr xx pp-f d n1, po32 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f dt n-jn:
(46) part (DIV2)
1418
Page 385
11059
they speak the tongue of the heavenly Canaan, their speech is gratious, and usually to glorifie their God, or to edifie their brethren;
they speak the tongue of the heavenly Canaan, their speech is gracious, and usually to Glorify their God, or to edify their brothers;
pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, po32 n1 vbz j, cc av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1418
Page 385
11060
But they that are of this world, they speak of this world, 1 Iohn 4.5. Shibboleth never discried so many Ephramites as this doth worldly men.
But they that Are of this world, they speak of this world, 1 John 4.5. Shibboleth never descried so many Ephraimites as this does worldly men.
p-acp pns32 cst vbr pp-f d n1, pns32 vvb pp-f d n1, crd np1 crd. vvz av-x vvd av d n2 c-acp d vdz j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1418
Page 385
11061
Of what place are they inhabitants whose language is so harsh and tart, whose mouths are full of cursings and bitterness, the poyson of Aspes being under their lips? Where dwell they (Alas too neer us) who cannot speak almost without an oath, whose tongues are alwayes dipping in that blood which was shed for mans salvation? Are they inhabitants of the Celestial Canaan, whose tongues are keen as swords,
Of what place Are they inhabitants whose language is so harsh and tart, whose mouths Are full of cursings and bitterness, the poison of Asps being under their lips? Where dwell they (Alas too near us) who cannot speak almost without an oath, whose tongues Are always dipping in that blood which was shed for men salvation? are they inhabitants of the Celestial Canaan, whose tongues Are keen as swords,
pp-f r-crq n1 vbr pns32 n2 r-crq n1 vbz av j cc j, rg-crq n2 vbr j pp-f n2-vvg cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbg p-acp po32 n2? q-crq vvb pns32 (uh av av-j pno12) r-crq vmbx vvi av p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbr av vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp ng1 n1? vbr pns32 n2 pp-f dt j np1, rg-crq n2 vbr j c-acp n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1418
Page 385
11062
and sharp as Arrows, to hew and wound their brethrens names? Shall I say that man or woman is of heaven, whose tongue is set on fire of hell? To what place do they appertain, whose speech is stuft with filthiness and ribauldry, whose words are rotten? as the Apostles speaks.
and sharp as Arrows, to hew and wound their Brothers' names? Shall I say that man or woman is of heaven, whose tongue is Set on fire of hell? To what place do they appertain, whose speech is stuffed with filthiness and ribaldry, whose words Are rotten? as the Apostles speaks.
cc j c-acp n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 ng2 n2? vmb pns11 vvi d n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f n1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1? p-acp r-crq n1 vdb pns32 vvi, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn? p-acp dt n2 vvz.
(46) part (DIV2)
1418
Page 386
11063
Brethren, do not deceive your selves; if you cannot speak the language, you belong not to the Countrey.
Brothers, do not deceive your selves; if you cannot speak the language, you belong not to the Country.
n1, vdb xx vvi po22 n2; cs pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1, pn22 vvb xx p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1418
Page 386
11064
Is it so that Christs Disciples are in this respect like Christ himself that they are of another world as he is? No marvel then though they be made a gazing stock and a wonder in the world.
Is it so that Christ Disciples Are in this respect like christ himself that they Are of Another world as he is? No marvel then though they be made a gazing stock and a wonder in the world.
vbz pn31 av cst npg1 n2 vbr p-acp d n1 av-j np1 px31 cst pns32 vbr a-acp j-jn n1 c-acp pns31 vbz? dx n1 av cs pns32 vbb vvn dt j-vvg n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1419
Page 386
11065
If Turks or Indians walk along the streets, the common people use to gaze upon them,
If Turks or Indians walk along the streets, the Common people use to gaze upon them,
cs np1 cc np1 vvb a-acp dt n2, dt j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32,
(46) part (DIV2)
1419
Page 386
11066
and so wonder at their habit and deportment, &c. And are not Christs Disciples of another Countrey,
and so wonder At their habit and deportment, etc. And Are not Christ Disciples of Another Country,
cc av vvb p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, av cc vbr xx npg1 n2 pp-f j-jn n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1419
Page 386
11067
yea of an other world? Are they not men of singularity? Are not their wayes and fashions divers from the fashions of this world? No marvell then though they be men of wonder as the Prophet speaks, Zac. 3.8. though they be hooted at, and though they be made as spectacles and gazing stocks to worldly men.
yea of an other world? are they not men of singularity? are not their ways and fashions diverse from the fashions of this world? No marvel then though they be men of wonder as the Prophet speaks, Zac. 3.8. though they be hooted At, and though they be made as spectacles and gazing stocks to worldly men.
uh pp-f dt j-jn n1? vbr pns32 xx n2 pp-f n1? vbr xx po32 n2 cc n2 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1? dx n1 av cs pns32 vbb n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp, cc cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n2 cc j-vvg n2 p-acp j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1419
Page 386
11068
Is it so that Christs Disciples, &c. Then let them live like men of another world, shining as lights amidst a perverse and crooked generation that sit in darkness and in the shaddow of death.
Is it so that Christ Disciples, etc. Then let them live like men of Another world, shining as lights amid a perverse and crooked generation that fit in darkness and in the shadow of death.
vbz pn31 av cst npg1 n2, av av vvb pno32 vvi av-j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vvg p-acp n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1 cst vvb p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11069
Let Heaven appear in their discourses, and their Conversation. Here we may remain, and must, till God be pleased to call us hence;
Let Heaven appear in their discourses, and their Conversation. Here we may remain, and must, till God be pleased to call us hence;
vvb n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n1. av pns12 vmb vvi, cc vmb, c-acp np1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 av;
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11070
but our continuance here must be accompanied with a reserved exemption of our selves from the Contagion of the times,
but our Continuance Here must be accompanied with a reserved exemption of our selves from the Contagion of the times,
cc-acp po12 n1 av vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11071
and with an earnest and unwearied striving against the stream of the corruptions of the places where we live;
and with an earnest and unwearied striving against the stream of the corruptions of the places where we live;
cc p-acp dt n1 cc j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 c-crq pns12 vvb;
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11072
not following a multitude to do evil. not following a multitude to do evil.
xx vvg dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11073
We must be separated from the world (my brethren) not in place but in affection and in Conversation.
We must be separated from the world (my brothers) not in place but in affection and in Conversation.
pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 (po11 n2) xx p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11074
I pray not, saith our Saviour, ver. 15. of this Chapter, that thou wouldst take them out of the world, I pray not, Says our Saviour, ver. 15. of this Chapter, that thou Wouldst take them out of the world,
pns11 vvb xx, vvz po12 n1, fw-la. crd pp-f d n1, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11075
but that thou shouldst keep them from the evil. but that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil.
cc-acp cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11076
We must not on consideration of the notorious lewdness and prophaness of the inhabitants of this world, who vex our souls with their ungodly deeds, desire the Lord to carry us to Heaven in a fiery Chariot,
We must not on consideration of the notorious Lewdness and profaneness of the inhabitants of this world, who vex our Souls with their ungodly Deeds, desire the Lord to carry us to Heaven in a fiery Chariot,
pns12 vmb xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvb po12 n2 p-acp po32 j n2, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11077
as he did Elijah, to take us presently out of this world:
as he did Elijah, to take us presently out of this world:
c-acp pns31 vdd np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j av pp-f d n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11078
but rather to preserve us in it, that we may keep our robes pure and undefiled among so many garments spotted with the flesh;
but rather to preserve us in it, that we may keep our robes pure and undefiled among so many garments spotted with the Flesh;
cc-acp av-c pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 j cc j p-acp av d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11079
That against the violent and restless oppositions and temptations of the world and worldly men, we may stand impregnable, shewing our selves the sons of God, by overcoming it and them.
That against the violent and restless oppositions and temptations of the world and worldly men, we may stand impregnable, showing our selves the Sons of God, by overcoming it and them.
cst p-acp dt j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cc j n2, pns12 vmb vvi j, vvg po12 n2 dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pn31 cc pno32.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11080
The veriest wretch may keep himself from grosser acts when he hath no occasions nor allurements to them.
The veriest wretch may keep himself from grosser acts when he hath no occasions nor allurements to them.
dt js n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp jc n2 c-crq pns31 vhz dx n2 ccx n2 p-acp pno32.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11081
But in the midst of millions of enticements and commanding provocations, and in a world that lies in wickedness, to be singular in goodness, this is indeed like Christs Disciple, who himself was holy, harmless, separate from sinners.
But in the midst of millions of enticements and commanding provocations, and in a world that lies in wickedness, to be singular in Goodness, this is indeed like Christ Disciple, who himself was holy, harmless, separate from Sinners.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f n2 cc j-vvg n2, cc p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, d vbz av av-j npg1 n1, r-crq n1 vbds j, j, vvb p-acp n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11082
It was Tullies commendation of Muraena, Non tam lauda•d•s Muraena quod in Asia vixerit, quam quod in Asia continenter vixerit. Muraena deserved not so much commendations that he lived in Asia, as that he lived continently there, amongst such a loose and effaeminate people, where his Chastity must of necessity suffer many encounters;
It was Yields commendation of Muraena, Non tam lauda•d•s Muraena quod in Asia vixerit, quam quod in Asia continenter vixerit. Muraena deserved not so much commendations that he lived in Asia, as that he lived continently there, among such a lose and effeminate people, where his Chastity must of necessity suffer many encounters;
pn31 vbds npg1 n1 pp-f np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la np1 vvd p-acp np1 n1, fw-la fw-la p-acp np1 n1 n1. np1 vvd xx av d n2 cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp cst pns31 vvd av-j a-acp, p-acp d dt j cc j n1, c-crq po31 n1 vmb pp-f n1 vvi d n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11083
And Gods, of Job, that there was none like him in the earth. Such must we strive to be, and come as neer the pattern as we may.
And God's, of Job, that there was none like him in the earth. Such must we strive to be, and come as near the pattern as we may.
cc n2, pp-f np1, cst a-acp vbds pix av-j pno31 p-acp dt n1. d vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi, cc vvb a-acp av-j dt n1 c-acp pns12 vmb.
(46) part (DIV2)
1420
Page 386
11084
Is it so that Christs Disciples, &c. Then let them not regard this world nor the vanities thereof.
Is it so that Christ Disciples, etc. Then let them not regard this world nor the vanities thereof.
vbz pn31 av cst npg1 n2, av av vvb pno32 xx vvi d n1 ccx dt n2 av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 386
11085
We see that Travellers and Strangers do not set their hearts on any thing they meet with in the way:
We see that Travellers and Strangers do not Set their hearts on any thing they meet with in the Way:
pns12 vvb d n2 cc n2 vdb xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11086
If they see stately Houses, Orchards, Gardens, if they hear curious musick, &c. they are not taken up with these things.
If they see stately Houses, Orchards, Gardens, if they hear curious music, etc. they Are not taken up with these things.
cs pns32 vvb j n2, n2, n2, cs pns32 vvb j n1, av pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp d n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11087
No, they keep on their way, and are not hindred nor withdrawn by the most pleasing Avocations.
No, they keep on their Way, and Are not hindered nor withdrawn by the most pleasing Avocations.
uh-dx, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc vbr xx vvn ccx vvn p-acp dt av-ds j-vvg n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11088
Doth any Traveller fall a building at his Inn? a planting or a sowing by the way? And therefore seeing we are of another world,
Does any Traveller fallen a building At his Inn? a planting or a sowing by the Way? And Therefore seeing we Are of Another world,
vdz d n1 vvi dt n-vvg p-acp po31 n1? dt n-vvg cc dt vvg p-acp dt n1? cc av vvg pns12 vbr a-acp j-jn n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11089
and consequently strangers here, let us not set our hearts and our affections on the things that are beneath,
and consequently Strangers Here, let us not Set our hearts and our affections on the things that Are beneath,
cc av-j n2 av, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp,
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11090
but on the things that are above;
but on the things that Are above;
cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr p-acp;
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11091
let us use this world as though we used it not, for necessity alone, and not so much for profit or delight;let us use this world as though we used it not, for necessity alone, and not so much for profit or delight;
vvb pno12 vvi d n1 c-acp cs pns12 vvd pn31 xx, p-acp n1 av-j, cc xx av av-d p-acp n1 cc n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11092
to further us in holy duties, not to stop; us to help heavenward, not to hinder.
to further us in holy duties, not to stop; us to help heavenward, not to hinder.
p-acp jc pno12 p-acp j n2, xx pc-acp vvi; pno12 pc-acp vvi av, xx pc-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11093
O let us not by scraping up the dung of this world, disgrace our Countrey, and bring it to a low esteem with worldly men.
O let us not by scraping up the dung of this world, disgrace our Country, and bring it to a low esteem with worldly men.
sy vvb pno12 xx p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb po12 n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11094
Let it not be said to us, as Anacharsis said to Atticus, opbraiding him because he was a Scythian;
Let it not be said to us, as Anacharsis said to Atticus, opbraiding him Because he was a Scythian;
vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn p-acp pno12, c-acp npg1 vvd p-acp np1, vvg pno31 c-acp pns31 vbds dt jp;
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11095
Mihi inquit dedecori est patria, at patriae tu. My Countrey is a shame to me, but thou art dishonour to thy Countrey. No, let us honour it:Mihi inquit dedecori est patria, At patriae tu. My Country is a shame to me, but thou art dishonour to thy Country. No, let us honour it:
fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la. po11 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns21 vb2r n1 p-acp po21 n1. uh-dx, vvb pno12 vvi pn31:
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11096
let carnal wretches know that it is a wealthy place, that there we have a rich inheritance,
let carnal wretches know that it is a wealthy place, that there we have a rich inheritance,
vvb j n2 vvb cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst a-acp pns12 vhb dt j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11097
and large possessions, and that our Father (who is king thereof) is well able to provide for all his children.
and large possessions, and that our Father (who is King thereof) is well able to provide for all his children.
cc j n2, cc d po12 n1 (r-crq vbz n1 av) vbz av j pc-acp vvi p-acp d po31 n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1421
Page 387
11098
Is it so that Christs Disciples, &c. Then let us not desire nor fancy to our selves (my brethren) any long continuance here,
Is it so that Christ Disciples, etc. Then let us not desire nor fancy to our selves (my brothers) any long Continuance Here,
vbz pn31 av cst npg1 n2, av av vvb pno12 xx vvi ccx n1 p-acp po12 n2 (po11 n2) d j n1 av,
(46) part (DIV2)
1422
Page 387
11099
but let us be preparing for our journey home. A stranger makes no long abode or residence in any place;
but let us be preparing for our journey home. A stranger makes no long Abided or residence in any place;
cc-acp vvb pno12 vbi vvg p-acp po12 n1 av-an. dt n1 vvz dx j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1422
Page 387
11100
he tarries for a night or so, and passeth onward to the Countrey where he dwelleth.
he tarries for a night or so, and passes onward to the Country where he dwells.
pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc av, cc vvz av p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz.
(46) part (DIV2)
1422
Page 387
11101
And therefore seeing we are of another world, let us alwayes be thinking of our journey home,
And Therefore seeing we Are of Another world, let us always be thinking of our journey home,
cc av vvg pns12 vbr a-acp j-jn n1, vvb pno12 av vbi vvg pp-f po12 n1 av-an,
(46) part (DIV2)
1422
Page 387
11102
and making preparation for it every day. I say as Moses, Deut. 32.29. O that men were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end!
and making preparation for it every day. I say as Moses, Deuteronomy 32.29. Oh that men were wise, that they understood this, that they would Consider their latter end!
cc vvg n1 p-acp pn31 d n1. pns11 vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd. uh cst n2 vbdr j, cst pns32 vvd d, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 d n1!
(46) part (DIV2)
1422
Page 387
11103
Is it so that Christs Disciples, &c. Why are they so unwilling then to leave this world? Why are they so averse from death and dissolution,
Is it so that Christ Disciples, etc. Why Are they so unwilling then to leave this world? Why Are they so averse from death and dissolution,
vbz pn31 av cst npg1 n2, av q-crq vbr pns32 av j av pc-acp vvi d n1? q-crq vbr pns32 av j p-acp n1 cc n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11104
and departure hence? Indeed for wicked and ungodly wretches who are the men of this world (as the Psalmist calls them) who have their portion in this present world, no portion in the other, it is no wonder that they should be loth die.
and departure hence? Indeed for wicked and ungodly wretches who Are the men of this world (as the Psalmist calls them) who have their portion in this present world, no portion in the other, it is no wonder that they should be loath die.
cc n1 av? np1 p-acp j cc j n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32) r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d j n1, dx n1 p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz dx n1 cst pns32 vmd vbi j vvb.
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11105
O death, how bitter needs must thy remembrance be to him that lives at ease and rest in his possessions!
O death, how bitter needs must thy remembrance be to him that lives At ease and rest in his possessions!
sy n1, c-crq j av vmb po21 n1 vbi p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp po31 n2!
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11106
But unto you who are of another world, I say as Christ to his Disciples, Arise let us go hence.
But unto you who Are of Another world, I say as christ to his Disciples, Arise let us go hence.
p-acp p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr a-acp j-jn n1, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, vvb vvb pno12 vvi av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11107
Why (my beloved) what is the matter with you? What, are you loth to go home? Methinks you should consider with your selves that when you die, you go to your own world, your own Father, your own friends, where you shall be as welcome as your hearts can wish:
Why (my Beloved) what is the matter with you? What, Are you loath to go home? Methinks you should Consider with your selves that when you die, you go to your own world, your own Father, your own Friends, where you shall be as welcome as your hearts can wish:
q-crq (po11 j-vvn) r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22? q-crq, vbr pn22 j pc-acp vvi av-an? vvz pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2 cst c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vvb p-acp po22 d n1, po22 d n1, po22 d n2, c-crq pn22 vmb vbi a-acp j-jn c-acp po22 n2 vmb vvi:
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11108
God your Father will receive you, Christ your brother will embrace you, Triumphant Saints and Angels will rejoyce in you:
God your Father will receive you, christ your brother will embrace you, Triumphant Saints and Angels will rejoice in you:
np1 po22 n1 vmb vvi pn22, np1 po22 n1 vmb vvi pn22, j n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn22:
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11109
And after all the troubles of a tedious journey, you shall sit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, in the Kingdom of Heaven, feasting it in companies, feeding on the hidden Manna,
And After all the Troubles of a tedious journey, you shall fit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, in the Kingdom of Heaven, feasting it in companies, feeding on the hidden Manna,
cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp np1, np1, cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg pn31 p-acp n2, vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11110
and drinking deeply of the pure and Christall River of Water of Life, proceeding from the Throne of God and of the Lamb. and drinking deeply of the pure and Crystal River of Water of Life, proceeding from the Throne of God and of the Lamb.
cc vvg av-jn pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 387
11111
And who would willingly remain abroad in an unpleasing Pilgrimage, and not choose rather to come home to such sweet Company,
And who would willingly remain abroad in an unpleasing Pilgrimage, and not choose rather to come home to such sweet Company,
cc q-crq vmd av-j vvi av p-acp dt j n1, cc xx vvi av-c pc-acp vvi av-an p-acp d j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 388
11112
and to such blessed Entertainment as this is!
and to such blessed Entertainment as this is!
cc p-acp d j-vvn n1 p-acp d vbz!
(46) part (DIV2)
1423
Page 388
11113
And thus we have at length dispatched the first part of our Saviours prayer, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples who were then about him,
And thus we have At length dispatched the First part of our Saviors prayer, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples who were then about him,
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 r-crq vbdr av p-acp pno31,
(46) part (DIV2)
1424
Page 388
11114
and in it the first main thing which he desireth for them, preservation.
and in it the First main thing which he Desires for them, preservation.
cc p-acp pn31 dt ord j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1424
Page 388
11115
The second follows now in order to be entred on, and here the main thing, that he seeks in their behalf, is Sanctification.
The second follows now in order to be entered on, and Here the main thing, that he seeks in their behalf, is Sanctification.
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cc av dt j n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1, vbz n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1425
Page 388
11116
Sanctifie them through thy truth, thy word is truth. And here we have two things to be considered. A Supplication, and an Explication.Sanctify them through thy truth, thy word is truth. And Here we have two things to be considered. A Supplication, and an Explication.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1. cc av pns12 vhb crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. dt n1, cc dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1425
Page 388
11117
First, We have here our Saviours Supplication to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, Sanctifie them through thy truth.
First, We have Here our Saviors Supplication to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles and Disciples, Sanctify them through thy truth.
ord, pns12 vhb av po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1426
Page 388
11118
And then we have this Explication, in which he shews what he intends by truth, viz. the word of God.
And then we have this Explication, in which he shows what he intends by truth, viz. the word of God.
cc av pns12 vhb d n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1426
Page 388
11119
Sanctifie them with thy truth, thy word is truth. Sanctify them with thy truth, thy word is truth.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1426
Page 388
11120
Begin we with the Supplication, in which you may take notice with me, of these two particulars. First, the thing desired, Sanctification: Sanctifie them, saith our Saviour;
Begin we with the Supplication, in which you may take notice with me, of these two particulars. First, the thing desired, Sanctification: Sanctify them, Says our Saviour;
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno11, pp-f d crd n2-j. ord, dt n1 vvd, n1: vvb pno32, vvz po12 n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1427
Page 388
11121
And then the outward instrumental means, by which he prayes they may be sanctified, the truth of God, that is the word,
And then the outward instrumental means, by which he prays they may be sanctified, the truth of God, that is the word,
cc av dt j j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1427
Page 388
11122
as he explains it afterwards, Sanctifie them through thy truth. Both yeild us our this Observation.
as he explains it afterwards, Sanctify them through thy truth. Both yield us our this Observation.
c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 av, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1. av-d vvi pno12 po12 d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1427
Page 388
11123
DOCTRINE. The word of God is the ordinary Means by which he Sanctifies his people. It is the instrument in Gods hands, by which he doth this great work.DOCTRINE. The word of God is the ordinary Means by which he Sanctifies his people. It is the Instrument in God's hands, by which he does this great work.
n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz d j n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1428
Page 388
11124
He sanctifies them, he is the God of all grace, he calleth and he makes perfect, stablisheth, strengthneth, settleth them.
He Sanctifies them, he is the God of all grace, he calls and he makes perfect, stablisheth, strengtheneth, settleth them.
pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz cc pns31 vvz j, vvz, vvz, vvz pno32.
(46) part (DIV2)
1429
Page 388
11125
But he doth it by this means, according to our Saviours prayer here, Sanctifie them through thy truth.
But he does it by this means, according to our Saviors prayer Here, Sanctify them through thy truth.
p-acp pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp d n2, vvg p-acp po12 ng1 n1 av, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1429
Page 388
11126
And here I shall distinctly cleer these two things.
And Here I shall distinctly clear these two things.
cc av pns11 vmb av-j vvi d crd n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1430
Page 388
11127
First, that the word of God is the ordinary Means by which he sanctifies his people in a way of inchoation, by which he begins that work in them, by which he converteth them, regenerates them and makes them to become new creatures.
First, that the word of God is the ordinary Means by which he Sanctifies his people in a Way of inchoation, by which he begins that work in them, by which he Converts them, regenerates them and makes them to become new creatures.
ord, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32, vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11128
And this we find abundantly exemplified in the times of the Apostle, how mightily the word of God prevailed to the Conversion of their hearers,
And this we find abundantly exemplified in the times of the Apostle, how mightily the word of God prevailed to the Conversion of their hearers,
cc d pns12 vvb av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11170
as the Apostle shews, 1 Pet. 1.23. Being born again, not of corruptible, but incorruptible seed, by the Word of God:
as the Apostle shows, 1 Pet. 1.23. Being born again, not of corruptible, but incorruptible seed, by the Word of God:
c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. vbg vvn av, xx pp-f j, cc-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11129
and to the working of unfeigned faith, and grace in them. You may behold three thousand sinners wrought upon by one Sermon, Acts 2.41.
and to the working of unfeigned faith, and grace in them. You may behold three thousand Sinners wrought upon by one Sermon, Acts 2.41.
cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32. pn22 vmb vvi crd crd n2 vvn p-acp p-acp crd n1, n2 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11130
And yet again, as if these had been a few, five thousand by another Sermon, Acts 4.4.
And yet again, as if these had been a few, five thousand by Another Sermon, Acts 4.4.
cc av av, c-acp cs d vhd vbn dt d, crd crd p-acp n-jn n1, n2 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11131
And hence it is my brethren, that the word is called the word of grace, because it works grace in Gods people.
And hence it is my brothers, that the word is called the word of grace, Because it works grace in God's people.
cc av pn31 vbz po11 n2, cst dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp ng1 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11132
But whether this be the work of the Law, or of the Gospel, whether one or both of them be the ordinary means by which God sanctifies his people, will need to be a little further opened and resolved.
But whither this be the work of the Law, or of the Gospel, whither one or both of them be the ordinary means by which God Sanctifies his people, will need to be a little further opened and resolved.
p-acp cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, cs crd cc d pp-f pno32 vbi dt j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt j av-jc vvn cc vvn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11133
And I shall shew you from the Scripture, that both of them are instruments in Gods hand, by which he sanctifies his people.
And I shall show you from the Scripture, that both of them Are Instruments in God's hand, by which he Sanctifies his people.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1, cst d pp-f pno32 vbr n2 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1431
Page 388
11134
1. God sanctifies his people preparatively by the Law. The Law converts, and worketh grace by way of preparation.
1. God Sanctifies his people preparatively by the Law. The Law converts, and works grace by Way of preparation.
crd np1 vvz po31 n1 av-j p-acp dt n1. dt n1 vvz, cc vvz n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 388
11135
It shews a man his sin and his trangression, it emptieth him of all opinion of himself, it humbles him,
It shows a man his since and his Transgression, it emptieth him of all opinion of himself, it humbles him,
pn31 vvz dt n1 po31 n1 cc po31 n1, pn31 vvz pno31 pp-f d n1 pp-f px31, pn31 vvz pno31,
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11136
and layes him low in apprehension of his own unworthiness: And so indeed, it makes him fit to entertain the grace of God;
and lays him low in apprehension of his own unworthiness: And so indeed, it makes him fit to entertain the grace of God;
cc vvz pno31 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d n1: cc av av, pn31 vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11137
for he will give his grace unto the humble. for he will give his grace unto the humble.
p-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j.
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11138
John Baptists rough and rigid preaching of the Law you know, my brethren, must prepare the way for Christ.John Baptists rough and rigid preaching of the Law you know, my brothers, must prepare the Way for christ.
np1 np1 j cc j vvg pp-f dt n1 pn22 vvb, po11 n2, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11139
He must be like a Pioner to go before him, to bring down every high exalted thought, to make the Mountains levell with the Valleyes;
He must be like a Pioneer to go before him, to bring down every high exalted Thought, to make the Mountains level with the Valleys;
pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi a-acp d j j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11140
He must be like a Harbinger to ride before, and take up room for Jesus Christ, to write his name upon the heart, This heart is taken up for Christ;
He must be like a Harbinger to ride before, and take up room for jesus christ, to write his name upon the heart, This heart is taken up for christ;
pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvb a-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp np1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11141
To cause these everlasting doors to be set open to him when he comes.
To cause these everlasting doors to be Set open to him when he comes.
pc-acp vvi d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz.
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11142
And when the heart is thus prepared, thus emptied, and thus opened once, then it is fit for Jesus Christ with all the graces of his spirit to enter in and dwell there.
And when the heart is thus prepared, thus emptied, and thus opened once, then it is fit for jesus christ with all the graces of his Spirit to enter in and dwell there.
cc c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn, av vvn, cc av vvd a-acp, cs pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi a-acp.
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11143
And this is all that God doth by the Law, he sanctifieth men by way of preparation and predisposition only; But
And this is all that God does by the Law, he Sanctifieth men by Way of preparation and predisposition only; But
cc d vbz d cst np1 vdz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-j; cc-acp
(46) part (DIV2)
1432
Page 389
11144
2. The means by which he sanctifieth them indeed, and works the truth and the reality of saving grace in them, is the preaching of the Gospel;
2. The means by which he Sanctifieth them indeed, and works the truth and the reality of Saving grace in them, is the preaching of the Gospel;
crd dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 av, cc vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp pno32, vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11145
and therefore the Apostle puts the question to the renewed Galathians, Gal. 3.2. This only would I learn of you, saith he;
and Therefore the Apostle puts the question to the renewed Galatians, Gal. 3.2. This only would I Learn of you, Says he;
cc av dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn np2, np1 crd. d av-j vmd pns11 vvi pp-f pn22, vvz pns31;
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11146
received ye the spirit by the works of the Law, or by the hearing of faith? q. d. received you the Spirit by the works of the Law, or by the hearing of faith? q. worser.
vvd pn22 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1? sy. sy.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11147
for this I appeal to you, I put the matter to your consciences, whether the saving graces of the spirit, were not first wrote in you by the hearing of faith:
for this I appeal to you, I put the matter to your Consciences, whither the Saving graces of the Spirit, were not First wrote in you by the hearing of faith:
p-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvd dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, vbdr xx ord vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11148
that is, by hearing the doctrine of faith, which is the Gospel.
that is, by hearing the Doctrine of faith, which is the Gospel.
cst vbz, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11149
And hence the Gospel is sometimes called the grace of God, as you may see that place for instance, Titus 2.11. and that not formaliter, for so the Gospel is not, neither can it be the grace of God (neither that grace which is in God;
And hence the Gospel is sometime called the grace of God, as you may see that place for instance, Titus 2.11. and that not formaliter, for so the Gospel is not, neither can it be the grace of God (neither that grace which is in God;
cc av dt n1 vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. cc cst xx fw-la, p-acp av dt n1 vbz xx, dx vmb pn31 vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 (av-d cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11150
I mean his free and undeserved favour; nor yet that grace which is communicated and dispensed from him to us;
I mean his free and undeserved favour; nor yet that grace which is communicated and dispensed from him to us;
pns11 vvb po31 j cc j n1; ccx av d n1 r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp pno12;
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11151
I mean the gifts of his spirit, whether they be such as appertain to edification,
I mean the Gifts of his Spirit, whither they be such as appertain to edification,
pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cs pns32 vbb d c-acp vvi p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11152
or sanctification,) but effective, as the School-men speak, the Gospel is the grace of God,
or sanctification,) but effective, as the Schoolmen speak, the Gospel is the grace of God,
cc n1,) p-acp j, p-acp dt n2 vvb, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11153
because the grace of God is the effect and issue of the Gospel. The Gospel is the instrumental means of grace and holiness which it effecteth under God,
Because the grace of God is the Effect and issue of the Gospel. The Gospel is the instrumental means of grace and holiness which it Effecteth under God,
c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 vbz dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp np1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11154
and worketh in the hearts of his people. And under this expression it is set in opposition to the Law.
and works in the hearts of his people. And under this expression it is Set in opposition to the Law.
cc vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11155
For as the Law doth not reveal the grace of God in Jesus Christ the Mediator and Redeemer as the Gospel doth:
For as the Law does not reveal the grace of God in jesus christ the Mediator and Redeemer as the Gospel does:
p-acp p-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz:
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11156
so neither doth it work the grace of God, I mean the saving gifts of his spirit:
so neither does it work the grace of God, I mean the Saving Gifts of his Spirit:
av d vdz pn31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb dt vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11157
and therefore it is called the Ministration of the Letter, and not the Ministration of the Spirit,
and Therefore it is called the Ministration of the letter, and not the Ministration of the Spirit,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11158
because there goes no spirit with it.
Because there Goes no Spirit with it.
c-acp pc-acp vvz dx n1 p-acp pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11159
Or if it carry any of the spirit with it, it is the spirit of fear and bondage,
Or if it carry any of the Spirit with it, it is the Spirit of Fear and bondage,
cc cs pn31 vvb d pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11160
and legal humiliation, and not the spirit of adoption and sanctification.
and Legal humiliation, and not the Spirit of adoption and sanctification.
cc j n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11161
But on the other side, the Gospel carries spirit in the ministration of it, which it conveyes into the heart of those that hear it and embrace it, as they ought to do.
But on the other side, the Gospel carries Spirit in the ministration of it, which it conveys into the heart of those that hear it and embrace it, as they ought to do.
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31, c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11162
It operateth and begetteth the endowments of the spirit, and worketh grace and sanctification.
It operateth and begetteth the endowments of the Spirit, and works grace and sanctification.
pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz n1 cc n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1433
Page 389
11163
And as the word of God is the ordinary means by which he begins the work of Sanctification:
And as the word of God is the ordinary means by which he begins the work of Sanctification:
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 389
11164
So it is the means also by which he carries on the same work to further measures and degrees.
So it is the means also by which he carries on the same work to further measures and Degrees.
av pn31 vbz dt n2 av p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt d n1 p-acp jc n2 cc n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 389
11165
They were sanctified already for whom our Saviour makes this prayer in my text; the work was begun in them, they were his own Apostles and Disciples;
They were sanctified already for whom our Saviour makes this prayer in my text; the work was begun in them, they were his own Apostles and Disciples;
pns32 vbdr vvn av p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvz d n1 p-acp po11 n1; dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vbdr po31 d n2 cc n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11166
and yet for them he prays, sanctifie them with thy Truth, q. d.
and yet for them he prays, sanctify them with thy Truth, q. worser.
cc av p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, vvd. sy.
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11167
Sanctifie them yet more fully, make them yet more gratious and more humble, and more holy, by a more full discovery of the Truth revealed in thy Word to them:
Sanctify them yet more Fully, make them yet more gracious and more humble, and more holy, by a more full discovery of the Truth revealed in thy Word to them:
vvb pno32 av av-dc av-j, vvb pno32 av av-dc j cc av-dc j, cc av-dc j, p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1 p-acp pno32:
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11168
Sanctifie them with thy truth, thy Word is truth. Sanctify them with thy truth, thy Word is truth.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11169
Indeed the Word, my Brethren, as it is incorruptible seed, by which men are regenerate and born again to God,
Indeed the Word, my Brothers, as it is incorruptible seed, by which men Are regenerate and born again to God,
av dt n1, po11 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz j n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av p-acp np1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11171
so it is milk which nourishes and makes them thrive and grow, while they are but babes in Christ:
so it is milk which Nourishes and makes them thrive and grow, while they Are but babes in christ:
av pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz pno32 vvi cc vvi, cs pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp np1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11172
and it is also strong meat on which they feed, until they come ad NONLATINALPHABET, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.
and it is also strong meat on which they feed, until they come and, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ.
cc pn31 vbz av j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, c-acp pns32 vvb cc, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11173
This for clearing of the point: proceed we to the Application.
This for clearing of the point: proceed we to the Application.
d p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1: vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1434
Page 390
11174
Is it so, That the Word of God is the ordinary means by which he sanctifieth his people in a way of inchoation? O then let Ministers be here intreated and prevailed withall,
Is it so, That the Word of God is the ordinary means by which he Sanctifieth his people in a Way of inchoation? O then let Ministers be Here entreated and prevailed withal,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? sy av vvb n2 vbb av vvn cc vvn av,
(46) part (DIV2)
1435
Page 390
11175
as they desire the Reformation and Conversion of their people, the working of unfeigned faith and grace in them, to be diligent and instant in preaching the Word and Gospel unto them,
as they desire the Reformation and Conversion of their people, the working of unfeigned faith and grace in them, to be diligent and instant in preaching the Word and Gospel unto them,
c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, dt n-vvg pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbi j cc j-jn p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32,
(46) part (DIV2)
1435
Page 390
11176
if they would have them turn from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God.
if they would have them turn from darkness to Light, and from the power of Satan unto God.
cs pns32 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1435
Page 390
11177
Let them lay out themselves in indefatigable pains this way.
Let them lay out themselves in indefatigable pains this Way.
vvb pno32 vvi av px32 p-acp j n2 d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1435
Page 390
11178
Let them be instant (as the Apostle Paul exhorteth Timothy) in season and out of season, and spare no labour to accomplish such a blessed end as this is.
Let them be instant (as the Apostle Paul exhorteth Timothy) in season and out of season, and spare no labour to accomplish such a blessed end as this is.
vvb pno32 vbi j-jn (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz np1) p-acp n1 cc av pp-f n1, cc vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi d dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d vbz.
(46) part (DIV2)
1435
Page 390
11179
But some may say perhaps, That they have preached long and laboured hard, and yet they see no issue, no success of all their labours;
But Some may say perhaps, That they have preached long and laboured hard, and yet they see no issue, no success of all their labours;
p-acp d vmb vvi av, cst pns32 vhb vvn av-j cc vvd av-j, cc av pns32 vvb dx n1, dx n1 pp-f d po32 n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1436
Page 390
11180
Their people are not turned to the Lord, no grace appeareth in their lives and conversations,
Their people Are not turned to the Lord, no grace appears in their lives and conversations,
po32 n1 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1, dx n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2 cc n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1436
Page 390
11181
so that they are exceedingly discouraged and disheartned in the work of God. so that they Are exceedingly discouraged and disheartened in the work of God.
av cst pns32 vbr av-vvg vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1436
Page 390
11182
To this I shall reply in two or three particulars, and I shall be brief in them; To this I shall reply in two or three particulars, and I shall be brief in them;
p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd cc crd n2-j, cc pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32;
(46) part (DIV2)
1437
Page 390
11183
for I am very sensible that other things will be more suitable to this Assembly.
for I am very sensible that other things will be more suitable to this Assembly.
c-acp pns11 vbm av j cst j-jn n2 vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1437
Page 390
11184
First, the fruit of their endeavours who faithfully dispense the Word of God, is not always manifest.
First, the fruit of their endeavours who faithfully dispense the Word of God, is not always manifest.
ord, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 r-crq av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz xx av j.
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11185
Eliah thought he had been left alone, and yet even then there were seven thousand men that had not bowed the knee to Baal: Elijah Thought he had been left alone, and yet even then there were seven thousand men that had not bowed the knee to Baal:
np1 vvd pns31 vhd vbn vvn av-j, cc av av av a-acp vbdr crd crd n2 cst vhd xx vvn dt n1 p-acp np1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11186
Among the Rulers there were some who were indeed converted and believed in Christ;
Among the Rulers there were Some who were indeed converted and believed in christ;
p-acp dt n2 a-acp vbdr d r-crq vbdr av vvn cc vvn p-acp np1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11187
and yet because they were but novices, and newly entred, they were fearful to acknowledge and confess him;
and yet Because they were but Novices, and newly entered, they were fearful to acknowledge and confess him;
cc av c-acp pns32 vbdr cc-acp n2, cc av-j vvn, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31;
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11188
Grace is not always wrought with observation, as our Saviour sheweth, Mat. 13.13.
Grace is not always wrought with observation, as our Saviour shows, Mathew 13.13.
n1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp n1, c-acp po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11189
It is compared to Seed in Scripture, which after it is sowen, lies hid and covered in the earth a while, and is not seen.
It is compared to Seed in Scripture, which After it is sown, lies hid and covered in the earth a while, and is not seen.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, vvz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1, cc vbz xx vvn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11190
And therefore faithful Teachers should not be disheartned because they cannot see the fruit of their indeavours;
And Therefore faithful Teachers should not be disheartened Because they cannot see the fruit of their endeavours;
cc av j n2 vmd xx vbi vvn c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11191
it may be they have sowen the seed, that may spring up and flourish in another age.
it may be they have sown the seed, that may spring up and flourish in Another age.
pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vhb vvn dt n1, cst vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp j-jn n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11192
And they have laid the good foundation under ground, and out of sight, on which another faithful Minister may build,
And they have laid the good Foundation under ground, and out of sighed, on which Another faithful Minister may built,
cc pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc av pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq j-jn j n1 vmb vvi,
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11193
and raise a very goodly frame.
and raise a very goodly frame.
cc vvi dt j j n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11194
And herein is that saying sometimes verified; (to use our Saviours own word) Joh. 4.37. One soweth and another reapeth:
And herein is that saying sometime verified; (to use our Saviors own word) John 4.37. One Soweth and Another reapeth:
cc av vbz d vvg av vvn; (p-acp vvi po12 ng1 d n1) np1 crd. pi vvz cc n-jn vvz:
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11195
The Prophets laboured, and the Apostles entred on their labours; and so it is at this day.
The prophets laboured, and the Apostles entered on their labours; and so it is At this day.
dt n2 vvd, cc dt n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2; cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1438
Page 390
11196
Though their labour be in vain, respectively to their desired issue and success, the conversion of their people, they ought not to desist from it;
Though their labour be in vain, respectively to their desired issue and success, the conversion of their people, they ought not to desist from it;
c-acp po32 n1 vbb p-acp j, av-j p-acp po32 j-vvn n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31;
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11197
No, they must work the work of God, they must continue preaching still, though no fruit at all should follow:
No, they must work the work of God, they must continue preaching still, though no fruit At all should follow:
uh-x, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi vvg av, cs dx n1 p-acp d vmd vvi:
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11198
Thou shalt speak my words unto them, saith the Lord unto EZekiel, chap. 2.7. whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear, for they are a rebellious house; Thou shalt speak my words unto them, Says the Lord unto Ezekielem, chap. 2.7. whither they will hear, or whither they will forbear, for they Are a rebellious house;
pns21 vm2 vvi po11 n2 p-acp pno32, vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, n1 crd. cs pns32 vmb vvi, cc cs pns32 vmb vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr dt j n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11199
And the Apostles exhortation is very apposite to this purpose, 2 Tim. 4.4. They shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
And the Apostles exhortation is very apposite to this purpose, 2 Tim. 4.4. They shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.
cc dt n2 n1 vbz av zz p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd. pns32 vmb vvi av po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11200
What now, must Timothy desist from preaching any more unto them? No, saith the Apostle, watch thou in all things, endure affliction, make full proof of thy Ministry:
What now, must Timothy desist from preaching any more unto them? No, Says the Apostle, watch thou in all things, endure affliction, make full proof of thy Ministry:
q-crq av, vmb np1 vvb p-acp vvg d dc p-acp pno32? uh-dx, vvz dt n1, vvb pns21 p-acp d n2, vvb n1, vvb j n1 pp-f po21 n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11201
Be diligent, perform thy duty, and leave the success to God;
Be diligent, perform thy duty, and leave the success to God;
vbb j, vvb po21 n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp np1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11202
Waiting if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledgement of the Truth, and that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the Devil, by whom they are led Captive at his will.
Waiting if God Peradventure will give them Repentance to the acknowledgement of the Truth, and that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, by whom they Are led Captive At his will.
vvg cs np1 av vmb vvi pno32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn j-jn p-acp po31 n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1439
Page 391
11203
If they continue in their ministerial labours, though no apparent good be done by it, they want not great encouragement;
If they continue in their ministerial labours, though no apparent good be done by it, they want not great encouragement;
cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j n2, cs dx j j vbb vdn p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb xx j n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1440
Page 391
11204
They are to God a sweet savour in Christ, not in them that are saved only,They Are to God a sweet savour in christ, not in them that Are saved only,
pns32 vbr p-acp np1 dt j n1 p-acp np1, xx p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn av-j,
(46) part (DIV2)
1440
Page 391
11205
but in them that perish too, 2 Cor. 2 15. Though they spend their strength in vain (with reference to the conversion of the people) yet their judgement is with the Lord,
but in them that perish too, 2 Cor. 2 15. Though they spend their strength in vain (with Referente to the conversion of the people) yet their judgement is with the Lord,
cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb av, crd np1 crd crd cs pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp j (p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) av po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1440
Page 391
11206
and their work is with their God: that is, the recompence and reward of it, Isa. 49.4.and their work is with their God: that is, the recompense and reward of it, Isaiah 49.4.
cc po32 n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1: cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1440
Page 391
11207
And they have their recompence secundum laborem, non secundum proventum, as Bernard speaks, according to their labour,
And they have their recompense secundum laborem, non secundum proventum, as Bernard speaks, according to their labour,
cc pns32 vhb po32 n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1 vvz, vvg p-acp po32 n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1440
Page 391
11208
and not according to the issue and success.
and not according to the issue and success.
cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1440
Page 391
11209
But in the last place my Beloved, if after all their tiring pains and tedious expectation, God should be pleased so to bless their labours to make them happy instruments of bringing in his chosen to him, their comfort would be very great in this world, their recompence exceeding glorious in the world to come.
But in the last place my beloved, if After all their tiring pains and tedious expectation, God should be pleased so to bless their labours to make them happy Instruments of bringing in his chosen to him, their Comfort would be very great in this world, their recompense exceeding glorious in the world to come.
cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 po11 j-vvn, cs p-acp d po32 j-vvg n2 cc j n1, np1 vmd vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 j n2 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 j-vvn p-acp pno31, po32 n1 vmd vbi av j p-acp d n1, po32 n1 vvg j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1441
Page 391
11210
For they that are not only wise themselves, but also are the instruments of making others wise too, shall have a great deal of glory, they shall shine as the stars in the Kingdom of God for ever and ever.
For they that Are not only wise themselves, but also Are the Instruments of making Others wise too, shall have a great deal of glory, they shall shine as the Stars in the Kingdom of God for ever and ever.
p-acp pns32 cst vbr xx av-j n1 px32, cc-acp av vbr dt n2 pp-f vvg n2-jn j av, vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av cc av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1441
Page 391
11211
And as the Ministers are hence encouraged to preach the Word, so in the second place the people may be perswaded hence to hear it & attend upon it.
And as the Ministers Are hence encouraged to preach the Word, so in the second place the people may be persuaded hence to hear it & attend upon it.
cc p-acp dt n2 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, av p-acp dt ord n1 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11212
If you be yet without the Covenant, and have not any saving grace in you, this is the ready way to have it wrought in your souls.
If you be yet without the Covenant, and have not any Saving grace in you, this is the ready Way to have it wrought in your Souls.
cs pn22 vbb av p-acp dt n1, cc vhb xx d j-vvg n1 p-acp pn22, d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn p-acp po22 n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11213
It is the Word by which God sanctifieth in a way of inchoation;
It is the Word by which God Sanctifieth in a Way of inchoation;
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11214
and if the Lord be pleased to concurr with it, you may be sanctified by this means;
and if the Lord be pleased to concur with it, you may be sanctified by this means;
cc cs dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11215
you are not able to convert your selves: My Brethren, you are not able to renew and sanctifie your selves;
you Are not able to convert your selves: My Brothers, you Are not able to renew and sanctify your selves;
pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi po22 n2: po11 n2, pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11216
but the blessed Word of God, (if he be pleased to add vertue to it) may operate and bring about these great effects.
but the blessed Word of God, (if he be pleased to add virtue to it) may operate and bring about these great effects.
cc-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, (cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31) vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp d j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11217
The Law (that is the Word of God) converts the soul;
The Law (that is the Word of God) converts the soul;
dt n1 (cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1) vvz dt n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11218
the Truth, that is, the Word of truth (so is the Gospel called in opposition to the types and shadows of the Law) renews and sanctifies the heart, according to our Saviour Christs Petition to his Father here in the behalf of his Disciples:
the Truth, that is, the Word of truth (so is the Gospel called in opposition to the types and shadows of the Law) renews and Sanctifies the heart, according to our Saviour Christ Petition to his Father Here in the behalf of his Disciples:
dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 (av vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1) vvz cc vvz dt n1, vvg p-acp po12 n1 npg1 vvb p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2:
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11219
Sanctifie them with thy Truth, thy Word is truth: Sanctify them with thy Truth, thy Word is truth:
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 391
11220
And therefore you that are strangers to the life of grace, be you intreated and prevailed withal to put your selves under the powerful preaching of the Word and Gospel of the Lord Jesus;
And Therefore you that Are Strangers to the life of grace, be you entreated and prevailed withal to put your selves under the powerful preaching of the Word and Gospel of the Lord jesus;
cc av pn22 cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb pn22 vvn cc vvn av pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 392
11221
O wait upon the doors of Wisedoms house, be swift to hear, attend upon the Word of God, lay hold on every opportunity to be partakers of this holy Ordinance,
Oh wait upon the doors of Wisdoms house, be swift to hear, attend upon the Word of God, lay hold on every opportunity to be partakers of this holy Ordinance,
uh vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f d j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 392
11222
and then perhaps it may in time become a word of grace unto you, you may be sanctified by this Truth.
and then perhaps it may in time become a word of grace unto you, you may be sanctified by this Truth.
cc av av pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1442
Page 392
11223
Is it so, That the Word of God is the ordinary means by which he sanctifieth his people in a further measure, by which he works not only the beginnings,
Is it so, That the Word of God is the ordinary means by which he Sanctifieth his people in a further measure, by which he works not only the beginnings,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz xx av-j dt n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11224
but also the increase of grace? which is the second member of the point.
but also the increase of grace? which is the second member of the point.
cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f n1? r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11225
We see then what the reason is why many Christians do not grow, make no increase at all in holiness and grace;
We see then what the reason is why many Christians do not grow, make no increase At all in holiness and grace;
pns12 vvb av q-crq dt n1 vbz c-crq d np1 vdb xx vvi, vvb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 cc n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11226
nay rather in a declining and abating hand; there may be many causes of it;
nay rather in a declining and abating hand; there may be many Causes of it;
uh-x av-c p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg n1; pc-acp vmb vbi d n2 pp-f pn31;
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11227
and this is not the least of the decay of many men, because they do not wait upon the powerful preaching of the Word of God, which is the means to make them prosper and to thrive in grace.
and this is not the least of the decay of many men, Because they do not wait upon the powerful preaching of the Word of God, which is the means to make them prosper and to thrive in grace.
cc d vbz xx dt ds pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11228
You may take notice of too many such, who while they constantly attended on the means, were zealous, lively, active, fruitful Christians, their gifts were always on the growing hand:
You may take notice of too many such, who while they constantly attended on the means, were zealous, lively, active, fruitful Christians, their Gifts were always on the growing hand:
pn22 vmb vvi n1 pp-f av d d, r-crq cs pns32 av-j vvd p-acp dt n2, vbdr j, j, j, j np1, po32 n2 vbdr av p-acp dt j-vvg n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11229
But since they have remitted of their diligence in this respect, they are sensibly decayed, and they are nothing like the men that they were in former times.
But since they have remitted of their diligence in this respect, they Are sensibly decayed, and they Are nothing like the men that they were in former times.
cc-acp c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1, pns32 vbr av-j vvn, cc pns32 vbr pix av-j dt n2 cst pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11231
either you shall find them dead and stupid (as it were) not having any savory word to say in any matter that concerns Religion,
either you shall find them dead and stupid (as it were) not having any savoury word to say in any matter that concerns Religion,
d pn22 vmb vvi pno32 j cc j (c-acp pn31 vbdr) xx vhg d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst vvz n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11232
or else they talk is so far of, so barren, so unprofitable, that it administers no grace, no benefit at all to them that hear it.
or Else they talk is so Far of, so barren, so unprofitable, that it administers no grace, no benefit At all to them that hear it.
cc av pns32 vvb vbz av av-j pp-f, av j, av j, cst pn31 vvz dx n1, dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11233
Follow them into their houses, and there you shall observe that many holy exercises and religious houshold duties, which had been formerly set up,
Follow them into their houses, and there you shall observe that many holy exercises and religious household duties, which had been formerly Set up,
vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc a-acp pn22 vmb vvi cst d j n2 cc j n1 n2, r-crq vhd vbn av-j vvn a-acp,
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11234
and constantly performed perhaps for divers years together, are either utterly neglected, or else discharged in such a cold and formal manner, that there is no life in them.
and constantly performed perhaps for diverse Years together, Are either utterly neglected, or Else discharged in such a cold and formal manner, that there is no life in them.
cc av-j vvn av p-acp j n2 av, vbr av-d av-j vvn, cc av vvn p-acp d dt j-jn cc j n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32.
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11235
Enquire of other men who knew them in their first beginning, and they will tell you all is gone;
Inquire of other men who knew them in their First beginning, and they will tell you all is gone;
vvb pp-f j-jn n2 r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp po32 ord n-vvg, cc pns32 vmb vvi pn22 d vbz vvn;
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11236
their wonted heat, and zeal, and forwardness is come to nothing, and in them the Proverb is verifyed, The Dog is turned to his own vomit,
their wonted heat, and zeal, and forwardness is come to nothing, and in them the Proverb is verified, The Dog is turned to his own vomit,
po32 j n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pix, cc p-acp pno32 dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11237
and the Sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire. and the Sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.
cc dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1443
Page 392
11238
Is it so, That the word of God is the ordinary means, by which he sanctifieth his people, not only in a way of inchoation,
Is it so, That the word of God is the ordinary means, by which he Sanctifieth his people, not only in a Way of inchoation,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11239
but also in a way of augmentation? Here then we see what we must do if we desire to thrive in holiness, to make a daily progress and increase in grace:
but also in a Way of augmentation? Here then we see what we must do if we desire to thrive in holiness, to make a daily progress and increase in grace:
cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? av cs pns12 vvb r-crq pns12 vmb vdi cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc vvi p-acp n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11240
We must attend upon the preaching of the Gospel:
We must attend upon the preaching of the Gospel:
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11241
And truly there is little hope that we should ever grow (as Christians) without the use of this means.
And truly there is little hope that we should ever grow (as Christians) without the use of this means.
cc av-j a-acp vbz j n1 cst pns12 vmd av vvi (c-acp np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11242
The tree that spreads and flourisheth, and brings forth much fruit, is said by David to be planted by the water side, Psal. 1.3.
The tree that spreads and flourishes, and brings forth much fruit, is said by David to be planted by the water side, Psalm 1.3.
dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz, cc vvz av d n1, vbz vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11243
Even so the thriving and the growing Christian, must be planted by the means, he must be near the Word of God, those waters of the Sanctuary, as the Prophet calls them:
Even so the thriving and the growing Christian, must be planted by the means, he must be near the Word of God, those waters of the Sanctuary, as the Prophet calls them:
np1 av dt j-vvg cc dt j-vvg njp, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, d n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32:
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11244
That saving Doctrine must drop down upon him as the rain, it must distil upon him as the dew, and as the smaller rain upon the herbs,
That Saving Doctrine must drop down upon him as the rain, it must distil upon him as the due, and as the smaller rain upon the herbs,
cst vvg n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp dt n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11245
and as the showrs upon the grass, as Moses speaks, Deut. 32.2. or else he will be like in time to wither, and decay, and come to nothing.and as the showers upon the grass, as Moses speaks, Deuteronomy 32.2. or Else he will be like in time to wither, and decay, and come to nothing.
cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc av pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp pix.
(46) part (DIV2)
1444
Page 392
11246
Is it so, That the Word of God is the ordinary means by which he sanctifieth his people not only in a way of inchoation,
Is it so, That the Word of God is the ordinary means by which he Sanctifieth his people not only in a Way of inchoation,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11247
but also in a way of augmentation? Then certainly those men are in an ill condition, who though they constantly enjoy the preaching of the Gospel,
but also in a Way of augmentation? Then Certainly those men Are in an ill condition, who though they constantly enjoy the preaching of the Gospel,
cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? av av-j d n2 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq cs pns32 av-j vvi dt vvg pp-f dt n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11248
yet do not thrive nor grow by it;
yet do not thrive nor grow by it;
av vdb xx vvi ccx vvi p-acp pn31;
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11249
they hear it Sabbath after Sabbath, yea and perhaps repeat it with their families, and yet are not a jot the better for it any way.
they hear it Sabbath After Sabbath, yea and perhaps repeat it with their families, and yet Are not a jot the better for it any Way.
pns32 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp n1, uh cc av vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2, cc av vbr xx dt n1 dt jc p-acp pn31 d n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11250
Look at what point they were for knowledge, practice and obedience many years ago, at the very same they stay;
Look At what point they were for knowledge, practice and Obedience many Years ago, At the very same they stay;
n1 p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 d n2 av, p-acp dt j d pns32 vvb;
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11251
they are the very same men, there is no alteration on them, they have not gained any ground on their corruptions, they are not grown a jot more constant and fervent in religious duties then in former times.
they Are the very same men, there is no alteration on them, they have not gained any ground on their corruptions, they Are not grown a jot more constant and fervent in religious duties then in former times.
pns32 vbr dt av d n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb xx vvn d n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr xx vvn dt n1 av-dc j cc j p-acp j n2 av p-acp j n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11252
What is the reason that the Gospel produceth not its genuine effect in these men,
What is the reason that the Gospel Produceth not its genuine Effect in these men,
q-crq vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz xx po31 j n1 p-acp d n2,
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11253
and that it bringeth forth no augmentation, no increase of inward grace, or outward obedience? the fault is not in the inefficacy of the Gospel, simply considered in it self,
and that it brings forth no augmentation, no increase of inward grace, or outward Obedience? the fault is not in the inefficacy of the Gospel, simply considered in it self,
cc cst pn31 vvz av dx n1, dx n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1? dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j vvn p-acp pn31 n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11254
but in the hardness and deadness of their hearts;
but in the hardness and deadness of their hearts;
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11255
and as we use to say of ground that is manured and drest, and watered much,
and as we use to say of ground that is manured and dressed, and watered much,
cc c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 cst vbz vvn cc vvn, cc vvd av-d,
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11256
if it yieldeth no increase, that it is very barren ground; just so we may conclude of these men:
if it yieldeth no increase, that it is very barren ground; just so we may conclude of these men:
cs pn31 vvz dx n1, cst pn31 vbz av j n1; av av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d n2:
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11257
And certainly their case is fearful, if they so continue, as the Apostle shews us in the same Similitude, Heb. 6.7. The earth that drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and bringth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing from God:
And Certainly their case is fearful, if they so continue, as the Apostle shows us in the same Similitude, Hebrew 6.7. The earth that Drinketh in the rain that comes oft upon it, and bringeth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receives blessing from God:
cc av-j po32 n1 vbz j, cs pns32 av vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd. dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz av p-acp pn31, cc vvz av n2 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vvz n1 p-acp np1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11258
But on the other side, that which bringeth bryers and thorns is rejected and nigh unto cursing, whose end is to be burned:
But on the other side, that which brings briers and thorns is rejected and High unto cursing, whose end is to be burned:
cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst r-crq vvz n2 cc n2 vbz vvn cc av-j p-acp vvg, rg-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn:
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11259
And therefore I beseech you my Beloved, as increase and growth in grace is one effect in Gods Word,
And Therefore I beseech you my beloved, as increase and growth in grace is one Effect in God's Word,
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, c-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 vbz crd n1 p-acp ng1 n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11260
so let it bring forth this effect in you; and that it may so do, I shall prescribe you some directions.
so let it bring forth this Effect in you; and that it may so do, I shall prescribe you Some directions.
av vvb pn31 vvi av d n1 p-acp pn22; cc cst pn31 vmb av vdi, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1445
Page 393
11261
Remove those impediments that hinder growth and profiting by the Word of God, and they are principally such as follow.
Remove those impediments that hinder growth and profiting by the Word of God, and they Are principally such as follow.
vvb d n2 cst vvb n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns32 vbr av-j d c-acp vvi.
(46) part (DIV2)
1446
Page 393
11262
1. The first is pride and loftiness of heart and spirit; for when a man is puft up with a self opinion of his own sufficiency,
1. The First is pride and loftiness of heart and Spirit; for when a man is puffed up with a self opinion of his own sufficiency,
crd dt ord vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f po31 d n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11263
and thinks he knows as much as all the Preachers in the world can tell him,
and thinks he knows as much as all the Preachers in the world can tell him,
cc vvz pns31 vvz p-acp d c-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31,
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11264
how can he profit by the Gospel!
how can he profit by the Gospel!
q-crq vmb pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1!
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11265
He is so full that when the water of the Word is poured upon him, either it runneth over,
He is so full that when the water of the Word is poured upon him, either it Runneth over,
pns31 vbz av j cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, av-d pn31 vvz a-acp,
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11266
and is spilt upon the ground, or else returneth back upon the face of him that poured it.
and is spilled upon the ground, or Else returns back upon the face of him that poured it.
cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11267
If therefore you desire to thrive by it, come to hear it my Beloved with teachable and humble spirits;
If Therefore you desire to thrive by it, come to hear it my beloved with teachable and humble spirits;
cs av pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 po11 np1 p-acp j cc j n2;
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11268
the Lord will teach the humble his ways. 2. Infidelity or unbelief;
the Lord will teach the humble his ways. 2. Infidelity or unbelief;
dt n1 vmb vvi dt j po31 n2. crd n1 cc n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1447
Page 393
11269
for if we give no credit to the Word of God, if we believe not the report of the Word of God, his arm will never be revealed to us, we shall not benefit, nor profit by it:
for if we give no credit to the Word of God, if we believe not the report of the Word of God, his arm will never be revealed to us, we shall not benefit, nor profit by it:
c-acp cs pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb xx vvi, ccx n1 p-acp pn31:
(46) part (DIV2)
1448
Page 393
11270
And therefore this is yielded as the reason why the Jews were not a whit the better for the Word, Heb. 4.2. The Word did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it.
And Therefore this is yielded as the reason why the jews were not a whit the better for the Word, Hebrew 4.2. The Word did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that herd it.
cc av d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt np2 vbdr xx dt n1 dt jc p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vdd xx vvi pno32, xx vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvd pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1448
Page 393
11271
3. The third impediment is strong passion; for as obstructions in the stomach hinder growth by bodily and outward food;
3. The third impediment is strong passion; for as obstructions in the stomach hinder growth by bodily and outward food;
crd dt ord n1 vbz j n1; c-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp j cc j n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1449
Page 393
11272
so vehement and head-strong passions do keep us from receiving growth and nourishment, and augmentation by the Word of God.
so vehement and headstrong passion do keep us from receiving growth and nourishment, and augmentation by the Word of God.
av j cc j n2 vdb vvi pno12 p-acp vvg n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1449
Page 393
11273
You shall observe it commonly, that men that have such furious and unbridled passions in them, that will not be subdued by reason,
You shall observe it commonly, that men that have such furious and unbridled passion in them, that will not be subdued by reason,
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, cst n2 cst vhb d j cc j-vvn n2 p-acp pno32, cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1449
Page 393
11274
nor by Scripture, do seldom profit by the preaching of the Gospel;
nor by Scripture, do seldom profit by the preaching of the Gospel;
ccx p-acp n1, vdb av vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1449
Page 393
11275
no, it must be received with meekness if we mean to grow by it, Jam. 1.12.
no, it must be received with meekness if we mean to grow by it, Jam. 1.12.
uh-dx, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd.
(46) part (DIV2)
1449
Page 394
11276
And therefore the Apostle yields it as the reason why the Corinthians could not bear strong meat, substantial solid truths, their stomachs were not able to digest them, they were so cloid with these obstructions, 1 Cor. 3.2. 4. Prejudice against the gifts or person of the Teacher;
And Therefore the Apostle yields it as the reason why the Corinthians could not bear strong meat, substantial solid truths, their stomachs were not able to digest them, they were so cloid with these obstructions, 1 Cor. 3.2. 4. Prejudice against the Gifts or person of the Teacher;
cc av dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt np1 vmd xx vvi j n1, j j n2, po32 n2 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd. crd n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(46) part (DIV2)
1449
Page 394
11277
this will exceedingly abate the power, and hinder the success and profit of his teaching:
this will exceedingly abate the power, and hinder the success and profit of his teaching:
d n1 av-vvg vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg:
(46) part (DIV2)
1450
Page 394
11278
If once the heart be prepossest with jealousies and sinister thoughts and disaffection to the Minister, there is but little hope of any benefit that such a man will reap by his labours.
If once the heart be prepossessed with jealousies and sinister thoughts and disaffection to the Minister, there is but little hope of any benefit that such a man will reap by his labours.
cs a-acp dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp n2 cc j n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz cc-acp j n1 pp-f d n1 cst d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2.
(46) part (DIV2)
1450
Page 394
11279
These are the lets which we must labour to remove, if we desire to thrive and grow by hearing of the Word of God.
These Are the lets which we must labour to remove, if we desire to thrive and grow by hearing of the Word of God.
d vbr dt n2 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1450
Page 394
11280
If we desire to grow and to increase by it, we must not hear it only,
If we desire to grow and to increase by it, we must not hear it only,
cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31 av-j,
(46) part (DIV2)
1451
Page 394
11281
but labour to digest it too.
but labour to digest it too.
cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 av.
(46) part (DIV2)
1451
Page 394
11282
A man shall never thrive and prosper by the meat he eats if he digest it not,
A man shall never thrive and prosper by the meat he eats if he digest it not,
dt n1 vmb av-x vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx,
(46) part (DIV2)
1451
Page 394
11283
unless there be concoction and assimilation of it to the substance of the person that is nourished.
unless there be concoction and assimilation of it to the substance of the person that is nourished.
cs pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn.
(46) part (DIV2)
1451
Page 394
11284
Let such a person feed as plentifully as he will, there will be no augmentation.
Let such a person feed as plentifully as he will, there will be no augmentation.
vvb d dt n1 vvb a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1451
Page 394
11285
So let us hear as much and as often as we will, if we do not digest the Word of God, the bread of life, by serious meditation, by application of it to our own particular estate, there will be no increase of grace by it.
So let us hear as much and as often as we will, if we do not digest the Word of God, the bred of life, by serious meditation, by application of it to our own particular estate, there will be no increase of grace by it.
av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d cc c-acp av c-acp pns12 vmb, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 d j n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31.
(46) part (DIV2)
1451
Page 394
11286
Lastly, Let us seek to God by earnest prayer, that he would bless his Word to us;
Lastly, Let us seek to God by earnest prayer, that he would bless his Word to us;
ord, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12;
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11287
that sucking this sincere milk, we may grow thereby:
that sucking this sincere milk, we may grow thereby:
d vvg d j n1, pns12 vmb vvi av:
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11288
Paul may plant, and Apollo may water, but the success (if any be) must be from God, as the Apostle shews, 1 Cor. 3.6. and therefore must seek it at his hands:
Paul may plant, and Apollo may water, but the success (if any be) must be from God, as the Apostle shows, 1 Cor. 3.6. and Therefore must seek it At his hands:
np1 vmb vvi, cc np1 vmb vvi, cc-acp dt n1 (cs d vbb) vmb vbi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. cc av vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n2:
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11333
First, That the word of God is all truth; there is no falsehood or deceit in it, and I shall be brief on that.
First, That the word of God is all truth; there is no falsehood or deceit in it, and I shall be brief on that.
ord, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp d.
(47) part (DIV2)
1461
Page 396
11289
Before we go to hear him speaking to us in his Word, let him hear us speaking to him in our prayers, that he would sanctifie his holy Ordinance,
Before we go to hear him speaking to us in his Word, let him hear us speaking to him in our Prayers, that he would sanctify his holy Ordinance,
c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 vvi pno12 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 j n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11290
and make it by his blessing to become a means of our increase in holiness and grace,
and make it by his blessing to become a means of our increase in holiness and grace,
cc vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11291
until we come to be compleat in Christ Jesus:
until we come to be complete in christ jesus:
c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 np1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11292
Seeing the Word is but an Instrument in his hand, let us pray that he would mannage it,
Seeing the Word is but an Instrument in his hand, let us pray that he would manage it,
vvg dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno12 vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31,
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11293
and weild it, and make it powerful and successful.
and wield it, and make it powerful and successful.
cc vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 j cc j.
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11294
Let us renew our Saviours supplication in the Text, every time we go to hear, Lord, sanctifie us with thy truth:
Let us renew our Saviors supplication in the Text, every time we go to hear, Lord, sanctify us with thy truth:
vvb pno12 vvi po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, n1, vvb pno12 p-acp po21 n1:
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11295
thy truth alone and of it self will never do it, unless thou sanctifie us by it,
thy truth alone and of it self will never do it, unless thou sanctify us by it,
po21 n1 j cc pp-f pn31 n1 vmb av-x vdi pn31, cs pns21 vvb pno12 p-acp pn31,
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11296
and therefore Lord do thou appear in this business: Sanctifie us with thy truth, thy Word is truth.
and Therefore Lord do thou appear in this business: Sanctify us with thy truth, thy Word is truth.
cc av n1 vdb pns21 vvi p-acp d n1: vvb pno12 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(46) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11297
JOHN 17.17. Thy Word is truth.JOHN 17.17. Thy Word is truth.
np1 crd. po21 n1 vbz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1452
Page 394
11298
OUR Saviour as he is a Mediator of Redemption to his people, so of Intercession too.
OUR Saviour as he is a Mediator of Redemption to his people, so of Intercession too.
po12 n1 c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pp-f n1 av.
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 394
11299
He finished the former (as his own expression is) and he began the latter,
He finished the former (as his own expression is) and he began the latter,
pns31 vvd dt j (c-acp po31 d n1 vbz) cc pns31 vvd dt d,
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 394
11300
while he was here in this world.
while he was Here in this world.
cs pns31 vbds av p-acp d n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 394
11301
The Chapter is a model of it, wherein he gives his Apostles and Disciples a fore-taste, from which they might a little guess what he was like to do more fully for them,
The Chapter is a model of it, wherein he gives his Apostles and Disciples a foretaste, from which they might a little guess what he was like to do more Fully for them,
dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 cc n2 dt j, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi av-dc av-j p-acp pno32,
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 394
11302
when he was ascended and sate down at the right hand of his Father, to be an everlasting Advocate and Intercessor for his Church and people.
when he was ascended and sat down At the right hand of his Father, to be an everlasting Advocate and Intercessor for his Church and people.
c-crq pns31 vbds vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 395
11303
And here there are two things especially, which he desires in their behalf, to which at least all the rest may be reduced, Preservation and Sanctification.
And Here there Are two things especially, which he Desires in their behalf, to which At least all the rest may be reduced, Preservation and Sanctification.
cc av a-acp vbr crd n2 av-j, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1, p-acp r-crq p-acp ds d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, n1 cc n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 395
11304
He enters on the latter in the verse now read, and so did we the last occasion.
He enters on the latter in the verse now read, and so did we the last occasion.
pns31 vvz p-acp dt d p-acp dt n1 av vvn, cc av vdd pns12 dt ord n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1454
Page 395
11305
And here we have as I have shewed you, the Supplication and the Explication. The Supplication, Sanctifie them with thy truth.
And Here we have as I have showed you, the Supplication and the Explication. The Supplication, Sanctify them with thy truth.
cc av pns12 vhb c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, dt n1 cc dt n1. dt n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1455
Page 395
11306
The Explication, what is meant by truth, the Word of God, Thy Word is truth.
The Explication, what is meant by truth, the Word of God, Thy Word is truth.
dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1455
Page 395
11307
The last Lords-day I dispatched the Supplication, so that the Explication comes to be insisted on at this time; Thy Word is truth.
The last Lord's day I dispatched the Supplication, so that the Explication comes to be insisted on At this time; Thy Word is truth.
dt ord n1 pns11 vvd dt n1, av cst dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvd a-acp p-acp d n1; po21 n1 vbz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1456
Page 395
11308
It seems to be an answer to the self same question which Pilate sometimes put to Christ himself,
It seems to be an answer to the self same question which Pilate sometime put to christ himself,
pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 d n1 r-crq np1 av vvd p-acp np1 px31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1457
Page 395
11309
but would not tarry for a resolution.
but would not tarry for a resolution.
cc-acp vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1457
Page 395
11310
What is truth? So sanctifie them, saith our Saviour, with thy truth. But what is truth? you have the answer in the following clause, Thy Word is truth.
What is truth? So sanctify them, Says our Saviour, with thy truth. But what is truth? you have the answer in the following clause, Thy Word is truth.
q-crq vbz n1? av vvb pno32, vvz po12 n1, p-acp po21 n1. cc-acp q-crq vbz n1? pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1457
Page 395
11311
There is the Word God, and there is the word of God. The one is Christ the Son of God;
There is the Word God, and there is the word of God. The one is christ the Son of God;
pc-acp vbz dt n1 np1, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. dt pi vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f np1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1458
Page 395
11488
for any thing we either need it, or care for it.
for any thing we either need it, or care for it.
p-acp d n1 pns12 d vvb pn31, cc vvb p-acp pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11312
for he is called the Word in Scripture, and he is the Word God, as you may see that place for instance, 1 Joh. 1. In the beginning was the Word,
for he is called the Word in Scripture, and he is the Word God, as you may see that place for instance, 1 John 1. In the beginning was the Word,
c-acp pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vbz dt n1 np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd p-acp dt n1 vbds dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1458
Page 395
11313
and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The other is the will of God revealed and manifested in the Scripture.and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The other is the will of God revealed and manifested in the Scripture.
cc dt n1 vbds p-acp np1, cc dt n1 vbds np1. dt n-jn vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1458
Page 395
11314
And it is called the word of God, because as the words of men discover what their mind is, which else you were not able to imagine;
And it is called the word of God, Because as the words of men discover what their mind is, which Else you were not able to imagine;
cc pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb q-crq po32 n1 vbz, r-crq av pn22 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi;
(47) part (DIV2)
1458
Page 395
11315
so the Word of God, the Scripture, discovers to us what the mind of God is,
so the Word of God, the Scripture, discovers to us what the mind of God is,
av dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz,
(47) part (DIV2)
1458
Page 395
11316
so far as it is necessary to salvation. Now this Word, saith our Saviour here, is truth;
so Far as it is necessary to salvation. Now this Word, Says our Saviour Here, is truth;
av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n1. av d n1, vvz po12 n1 av, vbz n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1458
Page 395
11317
Thy Word is truth. It is not only true, but truth it self; and so indeed is all the Scripture;Thy Word is truth. It is not only true, but truth it self; and so indeed is all the Scripture;
po21 n1 vbz n1. pn31 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp n1 pn31 n1; cc av av vbz d dt n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11318
the Law and Gospel both of them are all truth, conformable in all respects to the Idaea of them in the mind of God.
the Law and Gospel both of them Are all truth, conformable in all respects to the Idaea of them in the mind of God.
dt n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f pno32 vbr d n1, j p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11319
But yet the Gospel is the Truth by way of Excellencie above the rest of holy Scripture.
But yet the Gospel is the Truth by Way of Excellency above the rest of holy Scripture.
p-acp av dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11320
Not that the Law, or any other part of the Old Testament, is not so true as Gospel is;
Not that the Law, or any other part of the Old Testament, is not so true as Gospel is;
xx d dt n1, cc d j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz xx av j c-acp n1 vbz;
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11321
for there are no degrees in truth as truth. Words are either true alike; or some are true, and others false:
for there Are no Degrees in truth as truth. Words Are either true alike; or Some Are true, and Others false:
p-acp a-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. n2 vbr d j av; cc d vbr j, cc n2-jn j:
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11322
But the Old Testament, and legal truths, are not be compared in some respects to the New Testament and Gospel truths:
But the Old Testament, and Legal truths, Are not be compared in Some respects to the New Testament and Gospel truths:
cc-acp dt j n1, cc j n2, vbr xx vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 n2:
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11323
These have the odds and the advantage of the other;
These have the odds and the advantage of the other;
d vhb dt n2 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn;
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11324
And therefore this, I mean the Gospel, is principally called the Truth in the language of the Scripture,
And Therefore this, I mean the Gospel, is principally called the Truth in the language of the Scripture,
cc av d, pns11 vvb dt n1, vbz av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11325
as I shall shew you more at large hereafter.
as I shall show you more At large hereafter.
c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc p-acp j av.
(47) part (DIV2)
1459
Page 395
11326
And this at least is chiefly aimed at by our Saviour, when he saith, thy Word is truth; for of that truth he speaks apparently, which is the instrumental means by which God sanctifies his people.
And this At least is chiefly aimed At by our Saviour, when he Says, thy Word is truth; for of that truth he speaks apparently, which is the instrumental means by which God Sanctifies his people.
cc d p-acp ds vbz av-jn vvn p-acp p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, po21 n1 vbz n1; p-acp pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz av-j, r-crq vbz dt j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz po31 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1460
Page 395
11327
And that is not legal truth;
And that is not Legal truth;
cc cst vbz xx j n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1460
Page 395
11328
God doth not sanctifie men by the preaching of the Law, save only in a way of preparation and predisposition.
God does not sanctify men by the preaching of the Law, save only in a Way of preparation and predisposition.
np1 vdz xx vvi n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1460
Page 395
11329
The Gospel only works the truth and the reality of holiness and grace, as I have shewed abundantly out of the former member of the Text. And therefore it is Gospel truth that is especially intended here, which is the only proper instrument of sanctification.
The Gospel only works the truth and the reality of holiness and grace, as I have showed abundantly out of the former member of the Text. And Therefore it is Gospel truth that is especially intended Here, which is the only proper Instrument of sanctification.
dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt np1 cc av pn31 vbz n1 n1 cst vbz av-j vvn av, r-crq vbz dt j j n1 pp-f n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1460
Page 395
11330
Sanctifie them with thy truth, thy Word is truth. So then the Observation lies before us.Sanctify them with thy truth, thy Word is truth. So then the Observation lies before us.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1. av av dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12.
(47) part (DIV2)
1460
Page 395
11331
DOCTRINE. The word of God of God, especially the Gospel, is the Truth.DOCTRINE. The word of God of God, especially the Gospel, is the Truth.
n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1, vbz dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1460
Page 396
11332
In prosecution of the Point, I have two things to cleer to you, before I come to application.
In prosecution of the Point, I have two things to clear to you, before I come to application.
p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb crd n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1461
Page 396
11571
As Christ is the Author, so the Gospel is the Instrument of life and salvation to them that obey it.
As christ is the Author, so the Gospel is the Instrument of life and salvation to them that obey it.
p-acp np1 vbz dt n1, av dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11336
but it is truth of more concernment, and of more use, as I shall make it evidently and distinctly to appear to you.
but it is truth of more concernment, and of more use, as I shall make it evidently and distinctly to appear to you.
cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 pp-f dc n1, cc pp-f dc n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22.
(47) part (DIV2)
1461
Page 396
11337
As for the first of these, the word of God is all truth;
As for the First of these, the word of God is all truth;
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11338
so it is stiled in the letter of my text, without restraint or limitation, Thy word is truth. Whether it be the word of History, the things that are historically represented to us in the Scripture,
so it is styled in the Letter of my text, without restraint or limitation, Thy word is truth. Whither it be the word of History, the things that Are historically represented to us in the Scripture,
av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, po21 n1 vbz n1. cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11339
or the word of precept, or the word of promise, or the word of threatning, all is truth.
or the word of precept, or the word of promise, or the word of threatening, all is truth.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, d vbz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11340
If you look to the intention of the Author of the word, God hath delivered nothing in it with a purpose to deceive.
If you look to the intention of the Author of the word, God hath Delivered nothing in it with a purpose to deceive.
cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vhz vvn pix p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11341
Or if you look to the matter of the word, the things themselves that are delivered in the Scripture, they are indeed as they are there expressed.
Or if you look to the matter of the word, the things themselves that Are Delivered in the Scripture, they Are indeed as they Are there expressed.
cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 px32 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr av p-acp pns32 vbr a-acp vvn.
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11342
The sayings of the Lord are true sayings, Apoc. 19.9. whether they be the sayings of the Father, or the sayings of the Son;The sayings of the Lord Are true sayings, Apocalypse 19.9. whither they be the sayings of the Father, or the sayings of the Son;
dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbr j n2-vvg, np1 crd. cs pns32 vbb dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11343
For God the Father hath his saying, God spake these words in the preface to the Law.
For God the Father hath his saying, God spoke these words in the preface to the Law.
c-acp np1 dt n1 vhz po31 n1, np1 vvd d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11344
And God the Son hath his saying, Verily I say unto you, if a man keep my saying, he shall never see death, John 8.51.
And God the Son hath his saying, Verily I say unto you, if a man keep my saying, he shall never see death, John 8.51.
cc np1 dt n1 vhz po31 n1, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cs dt n1 vvb po11 n-vvg, pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11345
And both of these, the sayings of the one and of the other, the sayings of the Father, the Law of works, the sayings of the Son, the Law of faith, are absolutely and exactly true, there is no falshood or deceit in them;
And both of these, the sayings of the one and of the other, the sayings of the Father, the Law of works, the sayings of the Son, the Law of faith, Are absolutely and exactly true, there is no falsehood or deceit in them;
cc d pp-f d, dt n2-vvg pp-f dt crd cc pp-f dt n-jn, dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr av-j cc av-j j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32;
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11346
They are the true sayings of God. And they must needs be true, because they are the sayings of God.
They Are the true sayings of God. And they must needs be true, Because they Are the sayings of God.
pns32 vbr dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1. cc pns32 vmb av vbi j, c-acp pns32 vbr dt n2-vvg pp-f np1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1462
Page 396
11347
Thy word is truth, saith our Saviour in my text. It is thine, and therefore truth.Thy word is truth, Says our Saviour in my text. It is thine, and Therefore truth.
po21 n1 vbz n1, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1. pn31 vbz png21, cc av n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11348
For he that is the author of it, he is the God of truth, as the Prophet David stiles him, Psal. 31.5.
For he that is the author of it, he is the God of truth, as the Prophet David stile him, Psalm 31.5.
p-acp pns31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pno31, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11349
Observe it well, he doth not say he is the true God in himself, and in his nature,
Observe it well, he does not say he is the true God in himself, and in his nature,
vvb pn31 av, pns31 vdz xx vvi pns31 vbz dt j np1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11350
but he is the God of truth in his discoveries and revelations of himself to men.
but he is the God of truth in his discoveries and revelations of himself to men.
cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f px31 p-acp n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11351
All that comes from him is truth. He is the faithfull and the true witness, Apoc. 3.14. Not only true and faithfull as a God, but true and faithfull as a witness;
All that comes from him is truth. He is the faithful and the true witness, Apocalypse 3.14. Not only true and faithful as a God, but true and faithful as a witness;
av-d d vvz p-acp pno31 vbz n1. pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j n1, np1 crd. xx av-j j cc j c-acp dt np1, cc-acp j cc j c-acp dt n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11352
And his word is his witness, not his ordinary saying only, but his witness to confirm us and assure us of that which is delivered to us, to work and strengthen faith in us.
And his word is his witness, not his ordinary saying only, but his witness to confirm us and assure us of that which is Delivered to us, to work and strengthen faith in us.
cc po31 n1 vbz po31 n1, xx po31 j vvg av-j, cc-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp pno12.
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11610
And here we have to be considered three things.
And Here we have to be considered three things.
cc av pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi vvn crd n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1502
Page 406
11353
And therefore it is called the Testimony, or the witness of the Lord, I think no less then twenty times in Scripture.
And Therefore it is called the Testimony, or the witness of the Lord, I think no less then twenty times in Scripture.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc cs crd n2 p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1463
Page 396
11354
Now for the second branch, the Gospell is the truth NONLATINALPHABET and in a specialty above the rest of holy Scripture.
Now for the second branch, the Gospel is the truth and in a specialty above the rest of holy Scripture.
av p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vbz dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1464
Page 396
11355
Thy word is truth, saith our Saviour in my Text, that is thy sanctifying word which is the Gospell, Sanctifie them with thy truth, thy word is truth. Thy word is truth, Says our Saviour in my Text, that is thy sanctifying word which is the Gospel, Sanctify them with thy truth, thy word is truth.
po21 n1 vbz n1, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst vbz po21 vvg n1 r-crq vbz dt n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1464
Page 396
11356
The Law, (as far as I am able to remember) is nowhere called distinctly by it self the word of truth;
The Law, (as Far as I am able to Remember) is nowhere called distinctly by it self the word of truth;
dt n1, (c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi) vbz av vvn av-j p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1465
Page 397
11357
but the Gospel commonly, not in my Text alone but elswhere often.
but the Gospel commonly, not in my Text alone but elsewhere often.
cc-acp dt n1 av-j, xx p-acp po11 n1 av-j p-acp av av.
(47) part (DIV2)
1465
Page 397
11358
Indeed the Psalmist prayes to God, Take not thy word of truth away out of my mouth;
Indeed the Psalmist prays to God, Take not thy word of truth away out of my Mouth;
np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, vvb xx po21 n1 pp-f n1 av av pp-f po11 n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1465
Page 397
11359
but he intends the promises for which he hoped, as you may see in that place, Psalm 119.43. And all the promises you know are Gospel, they are in Christ yea, and in Christ Amen.
but he intends the promises for which he hoped, as you may see in that place, Psalm 119.43. And all the promises you know Are Gospel, they Are in christ yea, and in christ Amen.
p-acp pns31 vvz dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, n1 crd. cc d dt n2 pn22 vvb vbr n1, pns32 vbr p-acp np1 uh, cc p-acp np1 uh-n.
(47) part (DIV2)
1465
Page 397
11360
But on the other side the Law is mentioned as in some respect contradistinct to truth.
But on the other side the Law is mentioned as in Some respect contradistinct to truth.
cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 j p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1465
Page 397
11361
The Law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ, 1 John 17.The Law was given by Moses, but grace and truth Come by jesus christ, 1 John 17.
dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, p-acp n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp np1 np1, vvn np1 crd
(47) part (DIV2)
1465
Page 397
11362
And yet you must not apprehend the Gospel to be truer then the Law, or any parts of Scripture.
And yet you must not apprehend the Gospel to be truer then the Law, or any parts of Scripture.
cc av pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi jc cs dt n1, cc d n2 pp-f n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1466
Page 397
11363
If it be truer, they are absolutely false.
If it be truer, they Are absolutely false.
cs pn31 vbi jc, pns32 vbr av-j j.
(47) part (DIV2)
1466
Page 397
11364
But it delivers truth of greater excellency then the rest of Scripture doth, as will appear if you consider either the subject matter of it,
But it delivers truth of greater excellency then the rest of Scripture does, as will appear if you Consider either the Subject matter of it,
p-acp pn31 vvz n1 pp-f jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz, c-acp vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb d dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1466
Page 397
11365
or the Revelation of it, or the Confirmation of it, or the Operation of it. Gospel truth excelleth for the matter of it.
or the Revelation of it, or the Confirmation of it, or the Operation of it. Gospel truth excels for the matter of it.
cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. n1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1466
Page 397
11366
Christ is the subject matter of the Gospel, and therefore it is called the word of Christ, Col. 3.16.
christ is the Subject matter of the Gospel, and Therefore it is called the word of christ, Col. 3.16.
np1 vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1467
Page 397
11367
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, not of Christ the Author only, but of Christ the subject matter:Let the word of christ dwell in you richly, not of christ the Author only, but of christ the Subject matter:
vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pn22 av-j, xx pp-f np1 dt n1 av-j, cc-acp pp-f np1 dt j-jn n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1467
Page 397
11368
and herein it surpasses and transcends, not all other Books only that handle other arguments, but even all other parts and parcels of the Book of God it self.
and herein it Surpasses and transcends, not all other Books only that handle other Arguments, but even all other parts and parcels of the Book of God it self.
cc av pn31 vvz cc vvz, xx d j-jn n2 av-j cst vvb j-jn n2, cc-acp av d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1467
Page 397
11369
For Christ is the most pretious and delicious matter. He is the richest, and the sweetest subject in the world.
For christ is the most precious and delicious matter. He is the Richest, and the Sweetest Subject in the world.
p-acp np1 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1. pns31 vbz dt js, cc dt js n-jn p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1467
Page 397
11370
1. Christ the Subject of the Gospel is the most rich and pretious subject. He is the wealth and treasure of the faithfull soul;
1. christ the Subject of the Gospel is the most rich and precious Subject. He is the wealth and treasure of the faithful soul;
crd np1 dt j-jn pp-f dt n1 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n-jn. pns31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11371
there is in him an endless Myne and infinite Mass of inestimable riches.
there is in him an endless Mine and infinite Mass of inestimable riches.
pc-acp vbz p-acp pno31 dt j png11 cc j n1 pp-f j n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11372
And therefore the Apostle having spoken of the riches of the glory of the Gospel, adds in the words immediately anexed, which riches is Christ in you, Col. 1.27. In him are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2.3. A treasure is much, but treasures are more.
And Therefore the Apostle having spoken of the riches of the glory of the Gospel, adds in the words immediately adnexed, which riches is christ in you, Col. 1.27. In him Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge, Col. 2.3. A treasure is much, but treasures Are more.
cc av dt n1 vhg vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn, r-crq n2 vbz np1 p-acp pn22, np1 crd. p-acp pno31 vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vbz av-d, cc-acp n2 vbr av-dc.
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11373
But when all the treasures that are in the world, shall be gathered together, and laid in a heap, there must needs be vast and riches.
But when all the treasures that Are in the world, shall be gathered together, and laid in a heap, there must needs be vast and riches.
p-acp c-crq d dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn av, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb av vbi j cc n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11374
And this transported the Apostle Paul and swallowed up his thoughts and words, as unable to conceive it or express it,
And this transported the Apostle Paul and swallowed up his thoughts and words, as unable to conceive it or express it,
cc d vvn dt n1 np1 cc vvn a-acp po31 n2 cc n2, c-acp j pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11375
yea even ravished him beyond himself, that he was entrusted to preach the unsearchable riches of Christ, Ephes. 3.8.
yea even ravished him beyond himself, that he was Entrusted to preach the unsearchable riches of christ, Ephesians 3.8.
uh av vvd pno31 p-acp px31, cst pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11376
He found no end, no bottome of them, he could not reach the heigth, and depth,
He found no end, no bottom of them, he could not reach the heighth, and depth,
pns31 vvd dx n1, dx n1 pp-f pno32, pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1, cc n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11377
and length, and breadth of those treasures, they had such immense and endless dimensions.
and length, and breadth of those treasures, they had such immense and endless dimensions.
cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d n2, pns32 vhd d j cc j n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1468
Page 397
11378
2. Christ the subject of the Gospel, is the sweetest and most delicious subject in the world.
2. christ the Subject of the Gospel, is the Sweetest and most delicious Subject in the world.
crd np1 dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, vbz dt js cc av-ds j n-jn p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 397
11379
It was the only thing that weakned the delight that Austin took in reading of a certain work of Cicero's, because he could not find the name of Christ in it.
It was the only thing that weakened the delight that Austin took in reading of a certain work of Cicero's, Because he could not find the name of christ in it.
pn31 vbds dt j n1 cst vvd dt n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f npg1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 397
11380
That is a pleasant name indeed to every true believing soul;
That is a pleasant name indeed to every true believing soul;
cst vbz dt j n1 av p-acp d j j-vvg n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 397
11381
and wheresoever that is found, or whatsoever writing hath that high and holy person for the subject of it, whom to know is life eternal, should be read with full delight and high pleasure.
and wheresoever that is found, or whatsoever writing hath that high and holy person for the Subject of it, whom to know is life Eternal, should be read with full delight and high pleasure.
cc c-crq d vbz vvn, cc r-crq n1 vhz d j cc j n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pn31, ro-crq pc-acp vvi vbz n1 j, vmd vbi vvn p-acp j n1 cc j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 397
11382
And therefore that which treats of Jesus Christ, is stiled Gospel, good news, and good tydings;
And Therefore that which treats of jesus christ, is styled Gospel, good news, and good tidings;
cc av cst r-crq vvz pp-f np1 np1, vbz vvn n1, j n1, cc j n2;
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 397
11383
yea good tydings of great joy. yea good tidings of great joy.
uh j n2 pp-f j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 397
11384
It tells us of a Jesus, a Saviour, a deliverer out of bondage to sin and Sathan and damnation, out of the most sad and miserable thraldom in the world; and this is infinitely sweet.
It tells us of a jesus, a Saviour, a deliverer out of bondage to since and Sathan and damnation, out of the most sad and miserable thraldom in the world; and this is infinitely sweet.
pn31 vvz pno12 pp-f dt np1, dt n1, dt n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 cc n1, av pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1; cc d vbz av-j j.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 398
11385
Oh with what melting, self-consuming wishes and desires doth the poor distressed Captive long to hear of a Redeemer? how welcome is this news to him? and such a one is Jesus Christ to us,
O with what melting, self-consuming wishes and Desires does the poor distressed Captive long to hear of a Redeemer? how welcome is this news to him? and such a one is jesus christ to us,
uh p-acp r-crq vvg, j n2 cc n2 vdz dt j j-vvn j-jn j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1? q-crq j-jn vbz d n1 p-acp pno31? cc d dt pi vbz np1 np1 p-acp pno12,
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 398
11386
and therefore it is sweet to hear of him.
and Therefore it is sweet to hear of him.
cc av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 398
11387
And as the Gospel tells us of deliverance out of bondage, so of admission to such incomparable priviledges here, to such unutterable happiness hereafter,
And as the Gospel tells us of deliverance out of bondage, so of admission to such incomparable privileges Here, to such unutterable happiness hereafter,
cc c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f n1 av pp-f n1, av pp-f n1 p-acp d j n2 av, p-acp d j n1 av,
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 398
11388
as cannot choose but melt the heart with ravishing delight that hath assurance of a share in them.
as cannot choose but melt the heart with ravishing delight that hath assurance of a share in them.
c-acp vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-vvg n1 cst vhz n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32.
(47) part (DIV2)
1469
Page 398
11389
As Gospel truth excelleth for the subject matter of it, Jesus Christ, so for the manner of the revelation of it.
As Gospel truth excels for the Subject matter of it, jesus christ, so for the manner of the Revelation of it.
p-acp n1 n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, np1 np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11390
The trurh in the Old Testament was covered with a Vail, not of Types and Shaddows only,
The trurh in the Old Testament was covered with a vail, not of Types and Shadows only,
dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, xx pp-f n2 cc n2 av-j,
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11391
but of dark expressions too, so that it was obscure and hid:
but of dark expressions too, so that it was Obscure and hid:
cc-acp pp-f j n2 av, av cst pn31 vbds j cc vvn:
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11392
But now it is unvailed as it were, and therefore the Apostle tells us, that we behold it now with open face, 2 Cor. 3.18. There is nothing now to hide it;
But now it is Unveiled as it were, and Therefore the Apostle tells us, that we behold it now with open face, 2 Cor. 3.18. There is nothing now to hide it;
cc-acp av pn31 vbz vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pns12 vvb pn31 av p-acp j n1, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbz pix av pc-acp vvi pn31;
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11393
The truth of the Old Testament is likened to the glimmering twilight in the dawning of the day,
The truth of the Old Testament is likened to the glimmering twilight in the dawning of the day,
dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11394
or to the faint and dimmer twinkling of a star; But Gospel truth is likened to the shining of the Sun at noon-day.
or to the faint and dimmer twinkling of a star; But Gospel truth is likened to the shining of the Sun At noonday.
cc p-acp dt j cc jc n-vvg pp-f dt n1; cc-acp n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11395
And therefore we that live under Gospel-revelation are called the Children of the light and of the day, 1 Thes. 5.5.
And Therefore we that live under Gospel revelation Are called the Children of the Light and of the day, 1 Thebes 5.5.
cc av pns12 cst vvb p-acp n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1, vvn np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11396
And the Apostle tells us that now the grace of God which brings salvation hath appeared, Tit. 2.11. It is a Metaphor in which the Gospel is resembled to a glorious Light, that having been obscured and masked awhile (even as the Sun when it is overcast and mufled with a dark and gloomy cloud) at length shines forth with admirable brightness and shewes it self with darling splendor to the world.
And the Apostle tells us that now the grace of God which brings salvation hath appeared, Tit. 2.11. It is a Metaphor in which the Gospel is resembled to a glorious Light, that having been obscured and masked awhile (even as the Sun when it is overcast and muffled with a dark and gloomy cloud) At length shines forth with admirable brightness and shows it self with darling splendour to the world.
cc dt n1 vvz pno12 cst av dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1 vhz vvn, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst vhg vbn vvn cc vvn av (av c-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1) p-acp n1 vvz av p-acp j n1 cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp n-jn n1 p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11397
Though it were hid from ages and from generations, yet it is now made manifest unto the Saints, Col. 1.26. Gospel truth excelleth for the confirmation of it.
Though it were hid from ages and from generations, yet it is now made manifest unto the Saints, Col. 1.26. Gospel truth excels for the confirmation of it.
cs pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2, av pn31 vbz av vvn j p-acp dt n2, np1 crd. n1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1470
Page 398
11398
It is better ratified then other truth.
It is better ratified then other truth.
pn31 vbz jc vvn av j-jn n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11399
Truth may not be believed you know, it may not gain assent from those that hear it,
Truth may not be believed you know, it may not gain assent from those that hear it,
n1 vmb xx vbi vvn pn22 vvb, pn31 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp d cst vvb pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11400
for want of solid and substantial confirmation:
for want of solid and substantial confirmation:
p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11401
But Gospel truth hath this preheminency, that it is now established to the very utmost, by the death of Christ himself.
But Gospel truth hath this Preeminence, that it is now established to the very utmost, by the death of christ himself.
cc-acp n1 n1 vhz d n1, cst pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11402
He hath sealed it with his blood, and therefore we have reason to believe it.He hath sealed it with his blood, and Therefore we have reason to believe it.
pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11403
Indeed the truth of the Old Testament was ratified and confirmed, yea it was confirmed in blood:
Indeed the truth of the Old Testament was ratified and confirmed, yea it was confirmed in blood:
np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbds vvn cc vvn, uh pn31 vbds vvn p-acp n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11404
But this was but the blood of Bulls and Goats;
But this was but the blood of Bulls and Goats;
cc-acp d vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2;
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11405
But now it is confirmed by the blood of Christ himself, which is a better and a more effectual confirmation.
But now it is confirmed by the blood of christ himself, which is a better and a more effectual confirmation.
cc-acp av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, r-crq vbz dt jc cc dt av-dc j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11406
And this is that which the Apostle shews at large, Heb. 9.16. and in the following verses.
And this is that which the Apostle shows At large, Hebrew 9.16. and in the following Verses.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp j, np1 crd. cc p-acp dt vvg n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11407
So that the blood which ratified the Old Testament, was but the shaddow and the Type of that which ratifies the new;
So that the blood which ratified the Old Testament, was but the shadow and the Type of that which Ratifies the new;
av cst dt n1 r-crq vvd dt j n1, vbds p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz dt j;
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11408
and therefore this hath the advantage of the other.
and Therefore this hath the advantage of the other.
cc av d vhz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11409
I must confess that the Old Testament was ratified by the death of Jesus Christ in destination, for so he was the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world:
I must confess that the Old Testament was ratified by the death of jesus christ in destination, for so he was the Lamb slave from the Foundation of the world:
pns11 vmb vvi d dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp n1, p-acp av pns31 vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11410
But this is ratified by the death of Christ in actual execution, which is if not in it self, to us at least, a cleerer and a better confirmation.
But this is ratified by the death of christ in actual execution, which is if not in it self, to us At least, a clearer and a better confirmation.
p-acp d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz cs xx p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp pno12 p-acp ds, dt jc cc dt jc n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1471
Page 398
11411
Gospel truth excelleth for the operation of it: it hath effects transcendently beyond all other truth that ever was revealed to the world.
Gospel truth excels for the operation of it: it hath effects transcendently beyond all other truth that ever was revealed to the world.
n1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: pn31 vhz n2 av-j p-acp d j-jn n1 cst av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1472
Page 398
11412
I shall name but two only suggested in those two great Gospel Epithites, the word of grace, the word of life. 1. Gospel truth works grace.
I shall name but two only suggested in those two great Gospel Epithets, the word of grace, the word of life. 1. Gospel truth works grace.
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd j vvn p-acp d crd j n1 n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. crd n1 n1 vvz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1472
Page 398
11413
Not common grace, and common sorrow, and humiliation, and repentance as the Law doth, but saving grace:
Not Common grace, and Common sorrow, and humiliation, and Repentance as the Law does, but Saving grace:
xx j n1, cc j n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz, cc-acp vvg n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1473
Page 399
13932
If we hold out to the period of our lives, when we shall come to dye, we may conclude with God,
If we hold out to the Period of our lives, when we shall come to die, we may conclude with God,
cs pns12 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
11414
And therefore it is called the word of grace, Acts 20.32. It is so exclusively, it worketh grace alone, without the help and the assistance of the Law in that business.
And Therefore it is called the word of grace, Acts 20.32. It is so exclusively, it works grace alone, without the help and the assistance of the Law in that business.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 crd. pn31 vbz av av-j, pn31 vvz n1 av-j, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1473
Page 399
11415
Something the Law may do towards us indeed, but it doth nothing in the work of grace.
Something the Law may do towards us indeed, but it does nothing in the work of grace.
np1 dt n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno12 av, cc-acp pn31 vdz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1473
Page 399
11416
Of his own will begat he us saith the Apostle, by the word of truth, that is the Gospel, James 1.18. That, only that is properly and strictly sanctifying truth, Sanctifie them with thy truth. Of his own will begat he us Says the Apostle, by the word of truth, that is the Gospel, James 1.18. That, only that is properly and strictly sanctifying truth, Sanctify them with thy truth.
pp-f po31 d n1 vvd pns31 pno12 vvz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz dt n1, np1 crd. cst, av-j d vbz av-j cc av-j j-vvg n1, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1473
Page 399
11417
2. Gospel truth infuseth life, and that no other truth can do. The Law indeed can kill, but it cannot make alive;
2. Gospel truth infuseth life, and that no other truth can do. The Law indeed can kill, but it cannot make alive;
crd n1 n1 vvz n1, cc cst dx j-jn n1 vmb vdi. dt n1 av vmb vvi, cc-acp pn31 vmbx vvi j;
(47) part (DIV2)
1474
Page 399
11418
It is the Ministry of death and condemnation. The Gospel only is the Ministry of life and of Salvation.
It is the Ministry of death and condemnation. The Gospel only is the Ministry of life and of Salvation.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. dt n1 av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1474
Page 399
11419
And therefore this exceeds the other, and surpasseth it in glory, as the Apostle shews at large, 2 Cor. 3.6, 7, &c. In this respect we find the Gospel called the word of life, 1 John 1.1. because it is the word that worketh life.And Therefore this exceeds the other, and Surpasses it in glory, as the Apostle shows At large, 2 Cor. 3.6, 7, etc. In this respect we find the Gospel called the word of life, 1 John 1.1. Because it is the word that works life.
cc av d vvz dt j-jn, cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j, crd np1 crd, crd, av p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn np1 crd. c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1474
Page 399
11420
It is the quickning word that raises men from death to life, to the life of grace in this world,
It is the quickening word that raises men from death to life, to the life of grace in this world,
pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1474
Page 399
11421
and to the life of glory in the world to come.
and to the life of glory in the world to come.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(47) part (DIV2)
1474
Page 399
11422
And thus, I think we have sufficiently cleered the point, the word of God, especially the Gospel is the truth.
And thus, I think we have sufficiently cleared the point, the word of God, especially the Gospel is the truth.
cc av, pns11 vvb pns12 vhb av-j vvn dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1 vbz dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1475
Page 399
11423
Proceed we now to make some application of it, according to the divers branches of the point in order.
Proceed we now to make Some application of it, according to the diverse branches of the point in order.
vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f pn31, vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1475
Page 399
11424
I shall but touch upon the first, because I would no be prevented in the second.
I shall but touch upon the First, Because I would not be prevented in the second.
pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord, c-acp pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt ord.
(47) part (DIV2)
1475
Page 399
11425
Is it so, my brethren, that the word of God is all truth? then certainly it ought all to be believed.
Is it so, my brothers, that the word of God is all truth? then Certainly it ought all to be believed.
vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d n1? av av-j pn31 vmd av-d pc-acp vbi vvn.
(47) part (DIV2)
1476
Page 399
11426
This truth on Gods part calls for faith on ours.
This truth on God's part calls for faith on ours.
d n1 p-acp npg1 n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp png12.
(47) part (DIV2)
1476
Page 399
11427
For what is faith but the belief of truth? as the Apostle Paul defines it, 2 Thes. 2.13. He hath chosen us to Salvation through Sanctification of the spirit, and belief of the truth. For what is faith but the belief of truth? as the Apostle Paul defines it, 2 Thebes 2.13. He hath chosen us to Salvation through Sanctification of the Spirit, and belief of the truth.
p-acp r-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, crd np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1476
Page 399
11428
So that if the word be truth, it ought to be believed by us. And this our Saviour Christ insinuates in his expostulation with the Jews, John 8.46.
So that if the word be truth, it ought to be believed by us. And this our Saviour christ insinuates in his expostulation with the jews, John 8.46.
av cst cs dt n1 vbb n1, pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12. cc d po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np2, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1476
Page 399
11429
If I say truth, why do you not believe me? Though that which is delivered in the word of God be never so improbable, never so much above corrupt reason, never so impossible to a humane apprehension,If I say truth, why do you not believe me? Though that which is Delivered in the word of God be never so improbable, never so much above corrupt reason, never so impossible to a humane apprehension,
cs pns11 vvb n1, q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi pno11? cs d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb av-x av j, av-x av av-d p-acp j n1, av-x av j p-acp dt j n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1476
Page 399
11430
yet it admitteth not of doubtfull Disputation and Expostulation, but rather calls for absolute belief.
yet it admitteth not of doubtful Disputation and Expostulation, but rather calls for absolute belief.
av pn31 vvz xx pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-c vvz p-acp j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1476
Page 399
11431
And therefore they are deeply to be censured, who give no credit to the word of truth,
And Therefore they Are deeply to be censured, who give no credit to the word of truth,
cc av pns32 vbr av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11432
further then their private spirits close with it, who do not answer Gods truth with their faith.
further then their private spirits close with it, who do not answer God's truth with their faith.
av-jc cs po32 j n2 av-j p-acp pn31, r-crq vdb xx vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11433
They read it and they hear it preached, but they yield no assent to it. No, they oppose it and dispute against it, they are meer Scepticks in religion;
They read it and they hear it preached, but they yield no assent to it. No, they oppose it and dispute against it, they Are mere Sceptics in Religion;
pns32 vvb pn31 cc pns32 vvb pn31 vvd, cc-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp pn31. uh-dx, pns32 vvb pn31 cc vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vbr j n2-jn p-acp n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11434
There are a multitude of such in these times.
There Are a multitude of such in these times.
pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11435
They consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Doctrine which is according to godliness, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 6.3, 4. Whereas they that have ever felt the saving power of Gods word, have their thoughts captivated to it,They consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord jesus christ, and the Doctrine which is according to godliness, as the Apostle Paul speaks, 1 Tim. 6.3, 4. Whereas they that have ever felt the Saving power of God's word, have their thoughts captivated to it,
pns32 vvb xx p-acp j n2, av dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cc dt n1 r-crq vbz vvg p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd, crd cs pns32 cst vhb av vvn dt j-vvg n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vhb po32 n2 vvn p-acp pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11436
and will say as the Apostle, we can do nothing, we can speak nothing against the truth, 2 Cor. 13.8.
and will say as the Apostle, we can do nothing, we can speak nothing against the truth, 2 Cor. 13.8.
cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vdi pix, pns12 vmb vvi pix p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11437
These men upon the other side, when they hear the truth of God delivered to them, speak against it, contradicting and blaspheming, as the stubborn Jews did; Acts 13.45.
These men upon the other side, when they hear the truth of God Delivered to them, speak against it, contradicting and blaspheming, as the stubborn jews did; Acts 13.45.
np1 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp pn31, vvg cc vvg, c-acp dt j np2 vdd; n2 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 399
11438
They do not only ask with Mary, how shall this be? A question not of opposition, but of inquisition, Luke 1.34.
They do not only ask with Marry, how shall this be? A question not of opposition, but of inquisition, Lycia 1.34.
pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp vvi, q-crq vmb d vbi? dt n1 xx pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, av crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 400
11439
But even peremptorily determine they can never be. And thus they belye the Lord, like those of whom the Prophet speaks, Jer. 5.12. This in a word for application of the former member of the point.
But even peremptorily determine they can never be. And thus they belie the Lord, like those of whom the Prophet speaks, Jer. 5.12. This in a word for application of the former member of the point.
p-acp av av-j vvi pns32 vmb av-x vbi. cc av pns32 vvi dt n1, av-j d pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 400
11440
We shall now apply the latter.
We shall now apply the latter.
pns12 vmb av vvi dt d.
(47) part (DIV2)
1477
Page 400
11441
Is it so that the word of God, especially the Gospel is the truth? Is Gospel truth excelling truth? Then let us give it the preferment before any other truth, both in our inquisition and our acceptation.
Is it so that the word of God, especially the Gospel is the truth? Is Gospel truth excelling truth? Then let us give it the preferment before any other truth, both in our inquisition and our acceptation.
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1 vbz dt n1? vbz n1 n1 vvg n1? av vvb pno12 vvi pn31 dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, av-d p-acp po12 n1 cc po12 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1478
Page 400
11442
Let us dive into it most, and let us value and prize it most.
Let us dive into it most, and let us valve and prize it most.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31 av-ds, cc vvb pno12 vvi cc vvb pn31 av-ds.
(47) part (DIV2)
1478
Page 400
11443
First, Let us give it the due preferment in our inquisition, let us dive into it most,
First, Let us give it the due preferment in our inquisition, let us dive into it most,
ord, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31 av-ds,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11444
and labour more to be acquainted with it then with any other truth.
and labour more to be acquainted with it then with any other truth.
cc n1 av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 av p-acp d j-jn n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11445
Let us read those books, let us hear those Preachers, and let us nourish those studies, which help us most to this knowledge;
Let us read those books, let us hear those Preachers, and let us nourish those studies, which help us most to this knowledge;
vvb pno12 vvi d n2, vvb pno12 vvi d n2, cc vvb pno12 vvi d n2, r-crq vvb pno12 av-ds p-acp d n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11446
let us make this our main endeavour to be seen in Gospel truth: let us undervalue and neglect all other knowledge incomparison of this.
let us make this our main endeavour to be seen in Gospel truth: let us undervalue and neglect all other knowledge incomparison of this.
vvb pno12 vvi d po12 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 n1: vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi d j-jn n1 n1 pp-f d.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11447
It is the dangerous mistake of the greater part of men, who had rather be acquainted with the matters of the world,
It is the dangerous mistake of the greater part of men, who had rather be acquainted with the matters of the world,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt jc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vhd av-c vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11448
and to be skild in secular and humane learning, then in the doctrine of the Gospel.
and to be skilled in secular and humane learning, then in the Doctrine of the Gospel.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11449
How do abundance plod to dive into the secrets and depths of nature, and set their wits upon the tenter-hooks, to search into the mysteries of Arts and Trades!
How do abundance plod to dive into the secrets and depths of nature, and Set their wits upon the tenterhooks, to search into the Mysteres of Arts and Trades!
q-crq vdb n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2!
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11450
how do they beat and work their brains to get abundance of experience and skill in worldly dealings and employments!
how do they beatrice and work their brains to get abundance of experience and skill in worldly dealings and employments!
q-crq vdb pns32 vvi cc vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2-vvg cc n2!
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11451
but take no pains at all in hearing, reading, meditation, to dive into the mysteries of Jesus Christ.
but take no pains At all in hearing, reading, meditation, to dive into the Mysteres of jesus christ.
cc-acp vvb dx n2 p-acp d p-acp vvg, vvg, n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11452
Tell me my beloved, have you ever among all your earnest strivings after insight either into humane knowledge,
Tell me my Beloved, have you ever among all your earnest strivings After insight either into humane knowledge,
vvb pno11 po11 j-vvn, vhb pn22 av p-acp d po22 j n2-vvg p-acp n1 av-d p-acp j n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11453
or into matters of the world, been half so studious and industrious to search into this Gospel truth, to be acquainted with Christ Jesus who is the subject of the Gospel, to know that he was born,
or into matters of the world, been half so studious and Industria to search into this Gospel truth, to be acquainted with christ jesus who is the Subject of the Gospel, to know that he was born,
cc p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, vbi n-jn av j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1 r-crq vbz dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds vvn,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11454
and lived and dyed for you, to know him and the virtue of his resurrection, not by speculation only,
and lived and died for you, to know him and the virtue of his resurrection, not by speculation only,
cc vvd cc vvd p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pno31 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx p-acp n1 av-j,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11455
but experience, raising you up to newness of life, to know that he loved you, and gave himself for you? Alas the hearts of a great many of you, cannot choose but tell you, that you have hardly ever spent a serious thought on this.
but experience, raising you up to newness of life, to know that he loved you, and gave himself for you? Alas the hearts of a great many of you, cannot choose but tell you, that you have hardly ever spent a serious Thought on this.
cc-acp n1, vvg pn22 a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvd pn22, cc vvd px31 p-acp pn22? uh dt n2 pp-f dt j d pp-f pn22, vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pn22, cst pn22 vhb av av vvn dt j n1 p-acp d.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11456
And the very best among us cannot choose but say that we have been too slight and careless in our enquiries into this knowledge.
And the very best among us cannot choose but say that we have been too slight and careless in our Enquiries into this knowledge.
cc dt av js p-acp pno12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb cst pns12 vhb vbn av j cc j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11457
Ah my beloved, had we the spirit of the Apostle Paul, or of those blessed Angels, who desire to peep and pry into the Gospel truth as you may see, 1 Pet. 1.12.
Ah my Beloved, had we the Spirit of the Apostle Paul, or of those blessed Angels, who desire to peep and pry into the Gospel truth as you may see, 1 Pet. 1.12.
uh po11 j-vvn, vhd pns12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc pp-f d j-vvn n2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11458
we would not foolishly mispend so much of our pretious time, in empty, frothy and unnecessary studies,
we would not foolishly misspend so much of our precious time, in empty, frothy and unnecessary studies,
pns12 vmd xx av-j vvi av d pp-f po12 j n1, p-acp j, j cc j n2,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11459
nor waste away that Lamp of reason in our bosoms in unprofitable blazes, but we would set more time apart to look into the Patent of salvation,
nor waste away that Lamp of reason in our bosoms in unprofitable blazes, but we would Set more time apart to look into the Patent of salvation,
ccx vvi av d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j n2, cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi dc n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11460
and to acquaint our selves with Jesus Christ before hand, that when we come into his presence at the latter day, we may be entertained as friends and not as strangers.
and to acquaint our selves with jesus christ before hand, that when we come into his presence At the latter day, we may be entertained as Friends and not as Strangers.
cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1, cst c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt d n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc xx p-acp n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11461
You hear that Gospel truth is the study of the Angels, they had a little inckling of it,
You hear that Gospel truth is the study of the Angels, they had a little inkling of it,
pn22 vvb d n1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vhd dt j n1 pp-f pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11462
and it was so ravishing, that they must dive and prie into it; they were not able to forbear it.
and it was so ravishing, that they must dive and pry into it; they were not able to forbear it.
cc pn31 vbds av vvg, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31; pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 400
11463
Oh Fools and Ideots that we are that now the Lord hath made it plain to us we should be so careless of it, that now the knowledge of it is attainable, we should wilfully neglect that pretious truth which was so studied and enquired into in Heaven, which Angels reacht after,
O Fools and Idiots that we Are that now the Lord hath made it plain to us we should be so careless of it, that now the knowledge of it is attainable, we should wilfully neglect that precious truth which was so studied and inquired into in Heaven, which Angels reached After,
uh n2 cc n2 cst pns12 vbr d av dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 j p-acp pno12 pns12 vmd vbi av j pp-f pn31, cst av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz j, pns12 vmd av-j vvi d j n1 r-crq vbds av vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp n1, r-crq n2 vvd a-acp,
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 401
11464
and yet when all was done, came short of the discovery.
and yet when all was done, Come short of the discovery.
cc av c-crq d vbds vdn, vvd j pp-f dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1479
Page 401
11465
Secondly, Since Gospel truth excells all other truth, let us give it the preferment, as in our Inquisition,
Secondly, Since Gospel truth excels all other truth, let us give it the preferment, as in our Inquisition,
ord, c-acp n1 n1 vvz d j-jn n1, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 dt n1, c-acp p-acp po12 n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11466
so in our acceptation, and let us value it and prize it above other truth.
so in our acceptation, and let us valve it and prize it above other truth.
av p-acp po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31 p-acp j-jn n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11467
Every truth of God is pretious, but this truth is most pretious, and therefore should be most esteemed and layed up with most care.
Every truth of God is precious, but this truth is most precious, and Therefore should be most esteemed and laid up with most care.
np1 n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc-acp d n1 vbz av-ds j, cc av vmd vbi av-ds vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp ds n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11468
All the sayings of God are worthy of acceptation, but Gospel sayings are worthy of all acceptation; 1 Tim. 1.15. all that is possible to entertain them with.
All the sayings of God Are worthy of acceptation, but Gospel sayings Are worthy of all acceptation; 1 Tim. 1.15. all that is possible to entertain them with.
av-d dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 vbr j pp-f n1, cc-acp n1 n2-vvg vbr j pp-f d n1; vvn np1 crd. d cst vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11785
Not by the fruits of their persons, but the fruits of their doctrine:
Not by the fruits of their Persons, but the fruits of their Doctrine:
xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11469
And therefore the Prophets call the time of the Gospel tempus acceptabile, the acceptable time, the year of the Lord, Isa. 16.2.
And Therefore the prophets call the time of the Gospel Tempus acceptabile, the acceptable time, the year of the Lord, Isaiah 16.2.
cc av dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 fw-la fw-la, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11470
And if we look into the Scriptures, my beloved, we shall see what worthy acceptation it hath found.
And if we look into the Scriptures, my Beloved, we shall see what worthy acceptation it hath found.
cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2, po11 j-vvn, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq j n1 pn31 vhz vvn.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11471
Zacheus made haste and received our Saviour gladly into his house, Luke 19.6.Zacchaeus made haste and received our Saviour gladly into his house, Lycia 19.6.
np1 vvd n1 cc vvn po12 n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, av crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11472
So did the brethren at Jerusalem receive the Apostles because they brought the Gospel with them, Acts 21.17.
So did the brothers At Jerusalem receive the Apostles Because they brought the Gospel with them, Acts 21.17.
av vdd dt n2 p-acp np1 vvb dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, n2 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11473
So did the Bereans receive the Gospel it self with all readiness of mind, or forward affection, NONLATINALPHABET, Acts 17.11.
So did the Bereans receive the Gospel it self with all readiness of mind, or forward affection,, Acts 17.11.
av vdd dt njp2 vvb dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1,, n2 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11474
So did the Galathians receive the Apostle with the honour of an Angel, even as Jesus Christ himself,
So did the Galatians receive the Apostle with the honour of an Angel, even as jesus christ himself,
av vdd dt np2 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp np1 np1 px31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11475
because he preached this excelling truth to them, Gal. 4.14.
Because he preached this excelling truth to them, Gal. 4.14.
c-acp pns31 vvd d j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11476
The Merchant in the Parable (you know) did dearly purchase it, the Saints did earnestly contend for it,
The Merchant in the Parable (you know) did dearly purchase it, the Saints did earnestly contend for it,
dt n1 p-acp dt n1 (pn22 vvb) vdd av-jn vvi pn31, dt n2 vdd av-j vvi p-acp pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11477
and took the Kingdom of heaven by violence.
and took the Kingdom of heaven by violence.
cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11478
And hath it found the like esteem with you my brethren? have you received and entertained it as a transcendent and excellent truth? have your souls been even ravisht with the knowledge of it? have you preferred it in your thoughts and your desires before all other knowledge,
And hath it found the like esteem with you my brothers? have you received and entertained it as a transcendent and excellent truth? have your Souls been even ravished with the knowledge of it? have you preferred it in your thoughts and your Desires before all other knowledge,
np1 vhz pn31 vvn dt j n1 p-acp pn22 po11 n2? vhb pn22 vvn cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1? vhb po22 n2 vbn av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? vhb pn22 vvn pn31 p-acp po22 n2 cc po22 n2 p-acp d j-jn n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11479
yea before all other things? Alas how many are there that never valued it, who think it to be foolishness in comparison of that which brings them worldly profit or advantage!
yea before all other things? Alas how many Are there that never valued it, who think it to be foolishness in comparison of that which brings them worldly profit or advantage!
uh p-acp d j-jn n2? np1 c-crq d vbr pc-acp d av vvd pn31, r-crq vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq vvz pno32 j n1 cc n1!
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11480
It is a miserable thing to see how this incomparable Gospel is slighted in the world.
It is a miserable thing to see how this incomparable Gospel is slighted in the world.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1480
Page 401
11481
Now I beseech you my beloved;
Now I beseech you my Beloved;
av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn;
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11482
think upon it, what is it that you despise? The wisdom of God in a mysterie which is adorned with so many glorious Titles in the Scripture to raise our hearts and our affections to it, without which all the wisdom and all the learning in the world is nothing else but loss and dung.
think upon it, what is it that you despise? The Wisdom of God in a mystery which is adorned with so many glorious Titles in the Scripture to raise our hearts and our affections to it, without which all the Wisdom and all the learning in the world is nothing Else but loss and dung.
vvb p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz pn31 cst pn22 vvb? dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp av d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2 p-acp pn31, p-acp r-crq d dt n1 cc d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11483
And who is it that you despise in it? for the contempt and undervaluing of the Gospel carries in it more dishonour to every person of the Trinity, then any other sin.
And who is it that you despise in it? for the contempt and undervaluing of the Gospel carries in it more dishonour to every person of the Trinity, then any other since.
cc q-crq vbz pn31 cst pn22 vvb p-acp pn31? p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31 av-dc vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt np1, cs d j-jn n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11484
It is a shamefull undervaluing of the Fathers wisdom, which he hath shewed in no one thing so much as in the revelation of the Gospel,
It is a shameful undervaluing of the Father's Wisdom, which he hath showed in no one thing so much as in the Revelation of the Gospel,
pn31 vbz dt j vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dx crd n1 av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11485
and therefore it is called the wisdom of God, as if the Gospel were the short abridgement, the summ and the Epitome of Gods wisdom.
and Therefore it is called the Wisdom of God, as if the Gospel were the short abridgement, the sum and the Epitome of God's Wisdom.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr dt j n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11486
It is a fearfull slighting of the Fathers love, as if in all the business of our Saviours passion he had but put himself to needless compassion,
It is a fearful slighting of the Father's love, as if in all the business of our Saviors passion he had but put himself to needless compassion,
pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1, c-acp cs p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 pns31 vhd cc-acp vvd px31 p-acp j n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11487
and shewed such love to men, as he might very wel have kept in his own bosome,
and showed such love to men, as he might very well have kept in his own bosom,
cc vvd d n1 p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vmd av av vhb vvn p-acp po31 d n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11489
It is an horrible contempt to Jesus Christ, to suffer him to stand waiting at our doors, even till his head be full of dew,
It is an horrible contempt to jesus christ, to suffer him to stand waiting At our doors, even till his head be full of due,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po12 n2, av p-acp po31 n1 vbb j pp-f n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 401
11490
and his locks with the drops of the night, to put in his fingers by the hole of the lock, to humble, empty and deny himself, to suffer the indignities and wrongs of men, the heavy wrath of God himself,and his locks with the drops of the night, to put in his fingers by the hold of the lock, to humble, empty and deny himself, to suffer the indignities and wrongs of men, the heavy wrath of God himself,
cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi, j cc vvi px31, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2-jn pp-f n2, dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11491
and after all to have that pretious blood which was drawn out with such woful agonies,
and After all to have that precious blood which was drawn out with such woeful agonies,
cc p-acp d pc-acp vhi d j n1 r-crq vbds vvn av p-acp d j n2,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11492
and with such exquisite and horrid tortures, counted no other then the blood of a common Malefactor, no more regarded nor lookt after, no,
and with such exquisite and horrid tortures, counted no other then the blood of a Common Malefactor, no more regarded nor looked After, no,
cc p-acp d j cc j n2, vvd dx j-jn av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av-dx av-dc vvn ccx vvd a-acp, uh-dx,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11493
though presented and offered to us, and that with obsecrations and intreaties too; who is able to express such baseness as this is!
though presented and offered to us, and that with Prayer and entreaties too; who is able to express such baseness as this is!
cs vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, cc cst p-acp n2 cc n2 av; r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 c-acp d vbz!
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11494
It is a high indignity to the blessed Spirit of grace to suffer him to wait in vain, to move,
It is a high indignity to the blessed Spirit of grace to suffer him to wait in vain, to move,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp j, pc-acp vvi,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11495
and to perswade in vain, to beg and to beseech in vain, till we do even weary him,
and to persuade in vain, to beg and to beseech in vain, till we do even weary him,
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j, c-acp pns12 vdb av vvi pno31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11496
and send him sad from us.
and send him sad from us.
cc vvi pno31 j p-acp pno12.
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11497
Oh let us tremble of such contemptuous usage of the Father, of the Son, and of the Spirit, in the contempt of their Gospel;
O let us tremble of such contemptuous usage of the Father, of the Son, and of the Spirit, in the contempt of their Gospel;
uh vvb pno12 vvi pp-f d j n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11498
And henceforth let us receive it and embrace it as an excelling truth, as that which is of singular behoof and use,
And henceforth let us receive it and embrace it as an excelling truth, as that which is of singular behoof and use,
cc av vvb pno12 vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-acp d r-crq vbz pp-f j n1 cc n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11499
and consequently calls for singular esteem from us. Is it so, That the Word of God, especially the Gospel is the truth:
and consequently calls for singular esteem from us. Is it so, That the Word of God, especially the Gospel is the truth:
cc av-j vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp pno12. vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1 vbz dt n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1481
Page 402
11500
That Gospel truth is the truth, that it excells all other truth? Then certainly it lies on the professors of this truth to have a carriage answerable to it;
That Gospel truth is the truth, that it excels all other truth? Then Certainly it lies on the professors of this truth to have a carriage answerable to it;
cst n1 n1 vbz dt n1, cst pn31 vvz d j-jn n1? av av-j pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 j p-acp pn31;
(47) part (DIV2)
1482
Page 402
11501
to have an excellent carriage according to this excellent truth: that so it may not be disparaged and dishonoured by our unsuitable and unagreeing conversations.
to have an excellent carriage according to this excellent truth: that so it may not be disparaged and dishonoured by our unsuitable and unagreeing conversations.
pc-acp vhi dt j n1 vvg p-acp d j n1: cst av pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 j cc vvg n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1482
Page 402
11502
As it is glorious in it self, so it should be glorified by us, and among us,
As it is glorious in it self, so it should be glorified by us, and among us,
p-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, av pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12,
(47) part (DIV2)
1482
Page 402
11503
as the Apostles phrase is, 2 Thess. 3.1.
as the Apostles phrase is, 2 Thess 3.1.
c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, crd np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1482
Page 402
11504
As it is excellent in it self, so it should be presented to the world as excellent by us,
As it is excellent in it self, so it should be presented to the world as excellent by us,
p-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, av pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp j p-acp pno12,
(47) part (DIV2)
1482
Page 402
11505
while we adorn it by our holy lives, as the Apostle Paul exhorteth, Tit. 2.10. that we adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
while we adorn it by our holy lives, as the Apostle Paul exhorteth, Tit. 2.10. that we adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 j n2, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cst pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1482
Page 402
11506
And in a word, my Brethren, We must walk as becometh the Gospel of Christ, this excellent Gospel, Phil. 1.27.
And in a word, my Brothers, We must walk as Becometh the Gospel of christ, this excellent Gospel, Philip 1.27.
cc p-acp dt n1, po11 n2, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, d j n1, np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1483
Page 402
11507
And to this end I shall commend unto you, but these two things: First you must maintain it as an excellent truth.
And to this end I shall commend unto you, but these two things: First you must maintain it as an excellent truth.
cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc-acp d crd n2: ord pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1483
Page 402
11508
Secondly, you must obey it as an excellent truth. This Gospel truth must be maintained by you as an excellent truth.
Secondly, you must obey it as an excellent truth. This Gospel truth must be maintained by you as an excellent truth.
ord, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1. d n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1483
Page 402
11509
Indeed (my Brethren) you must stand for all Truth, you must never be against it,
Indeed (my Brothers) you must stand for all Truth, you must never be against it,
np1 (po11 n2) pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb av-x vbi p-acp pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11510
but you must be always for it, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, 2 Cor, 13.8. I can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
but you must be always for it, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, 2 Cor, 13.8. I can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
cc-acp pn22 vmb vbi av p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1, crd. pns11 vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11511
But you must stand for Gospel truth rather, and more then for any other truth, because it is of more concernment, and of more use.
But you must stand for Gospel truth rather, and more then for any other truth, Because it is of more concernment, and of more use.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 n1 av-c, cc av-dc cs p-acp d j-jn n1, c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f dc n1, cc pp-f dc n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11512
We are more eager and earnest in asserting the right and interest we have in things of worth,
We Are more eager and earnest in asserting the right and Interest we have in things of worth,
pns12 vbr av-dc j cc j p-acp vvg dt j-jn cc n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n2 pp-f n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11513
then in things of smaller value:
then in things of smaller valve:
av p-acp n2 pp-f jc n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11514
That which is excellent, will have more to stand for it, then that which is comparatively mean and much inferior to it:
That which is excellent, will have more to stand for it, then that which is comparatively mean and much inferior to it:
cst r-crq vbz j, vmb vhi dc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, av cst r-crq vbz av-j j cc d j-jn p-acp pn31:
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11515
and men will do it much more vehemently for a jewel then for a trifle: so let us in this case;
and men will do it much more vehemently for a jewel then for a trifle: so let us in this case;
cc n2 vmb vdi pn31 av-d av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1: av vvb pno12 p-acp d n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11516
and more particularly and distinctly let us earnestly maintain this excellent Gospel truth both by arguments and sufferings.
and more particularly and distinctly let us earnestly maintain this excellent Gospel truth both by Arguments and sufferings.
cc av-dc av-j cc av-j vvb pno12 av-j vvi d j n1 n1 av-d p-acp n2 cc n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1484
Page 402
11517
1. Let us earnestly maintain it by our Arguments and Reasons.
1. Let us earnestly maintain it by our Arguments and Reasons.
crd vvb pno12 av-j vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 402
11518
The more excellent a truth is, the more we must appear for it, the more extreamly tender we must be of any opposition that is made against it, the more we must endeavour to vindicate it and evince it, and to convince the gain-sayers.
The more excellent a truth is, the more we must appear for it, the more extremely tender we must be of any opposition that is made against it, the more we must endeavour to vindicate it and evince it, and to convince the gainsayers.
dt av-dc j dt n1 vbz, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, dt av-dc av-jn j pns12 vmb vbi pp-f d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi dt j.
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 402
11519
It is no wisdom for a man to lay out all his strength and heat on points of small consideration,
It is no Wisdom for a man to lay out all his strength and heat on points of small consideration,
pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 402
11520
as many men who are as earnest and as hot in petty matters as it is possible for men to be, and strive as much about words (as the Apostles phrase is) as they will about things.
as many men who Are as earnest and as hight in Petty matters as it is possible for men to be, and strive as much about words (as the Apostles phrase is) as they will about things.
c-acp d n2 r-crq vbr a-acp j cc p-acp j p-acp j n2 c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi, cc vvb p-acp d p-acp n2 (c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz) c-acp pns32 vmb p-acp n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11521
But when the weighty points of Gospel truths come once in agitation, when they are contradicted and opposed (as they have been exceedingly of late days) then it behoves us to bestir our selves, to draw up all the arguments that we are able, to call in all the reason that we have, to defend and to make good such excellent and pretious things as these are:
But when the weighty points of Gospel truths come once in agitation, when they Are contradicted and opposed (as they have been exceedingly of late days) then it behoves us to Bestir our selves, to draw up all the Arguments that we Are able, to call in all the reason that we have, to defend and to make good such excellent and precious things as these Are:
cc-acp c-crq dt j n2 pp-f n1 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvd cc j-vvn (c-acp pns32 vhb vbn av-vvg pp-f j n2) cs pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cst pns12 vbr j, pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 cst pns12 vhb, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi j d j cc j n2 c-acp d vbr:
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11522
We must contend for such truths, for they are worth the striving for with all our might;
We must contend for such truths, for they Are worth the striving for with all our might;
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, c-acp pns32 vbr j dt vvg p-acp p-acp d po12 n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11523
so the Apostle Jude would have us, NONLATINALPHABET, earnestly contend or struggle for the faith delivered to the Saints, Jude 2, 1. I think he doth not mean the grace of faith,
so the Apostle U^de would have us,, earnestly contend or struggle for the faith Delivered to the Saints, U^de 2, 1. I think he does not mean the grace of faith,
av dt n1 np1 vmd vhi pno12,, av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2, np1 crd, crd pns11 vvb pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11524
but the doctrine of faith, which is the Gospel;
but the Doctrine of faith, which is the Gospel;
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11525
and therefore it is added presently, for there are certain men crept in among you, turning the grace of God (which is the subject of the Gospel) into lasciviousness; so that you see my Brethren, Gospel truth must be contended for,
and Therefore it is added presently, for there Are certain men crept in among you, turning the grace of God (which is the Subject of the Gospel) into lasciviousness; so that you see my Brothers, Gospel truth must be contended for,
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, p-acp a-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp p-acp pn22, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz dt n-jn pp-f dt n1) p-acp n1; av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp,
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11526
and that with earnestness, even to an Agony;
and that with earnestness, even to an Agony;
cc cst p-acp n1, av p-acp dt n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11527
as once Apollos convinced the dissenting Jews (who doubted of that great point of the Gospel,
as once Apollos convinced the dissenting jews (who doubted of that great point of the Gospel,
c-acp a-acp npg1 vvd dt vvg np2 (r-crq vvd pp-f cst j n1 pp-f dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11528
whether Jesus was that Christ or no) and he did it mightily, Act. 18.28. he did it as it were with all his might, being fervent in spirit, as it is said at the 25. verse;
whither jesus was that christ or not) and he did it mightily, Act. 18.28. he did it as it were with all his might, being fervent in Spirit, as it is said At the 25. verse;
cs np1 vbds d np1 cc xx) cc pns31 vdd pn31 av-j, n1 crd. pns31 vdd pn31 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp d po31 n1, vbg j p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt crd n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11529
so that if any in these latter times have been too earnest and too vehement (as some have thought) in asserting Gospel truth, either in preaching,
so that if any in these latter times have been too earnest and too vehement (as Some have Thought) in asserting Gospel truth, either in preaching,
av cst cs d p-acp d d n2 vhb vbn av j cc av j (c-acp d vhb vvn) p-acp vvg n1 n1, av-d p-acp vvg,
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11530
or discourse, they may the better be excused.
or discourse, they may the better be excused.
cc n1, pns32 vmb dt av-jc vbi vvn.
(47) part (DIV2)
1485
Page 403
11531
2. Let us earnestly maintain this excelling Gospel truth, as by our arguments, so by our sufferings,
2. Let us earnestly maintain this excelling Gospel truth, as by our Arguments, so by our sufferings,
crd vvb pno12 av-j vvi d j-vvg n1 n1, c-acp p-acp po12 n2, av p-acp po12 n2,
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11532
if God shall call us thereunto.
if God shall call us thereunto.
cs np1 vmb vvi pno12 av.
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11533
It is an extraordinary honor and establishment to any truth, when some are raised up to suffer for it.
It is an extraordinary honour and establishment to any truth, when Some Are raised up to suffer for it.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq d vbr vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11534
As on the other side it is a shame and a disparagement when the professors of it give it over,
As on the other side it is a shame and a disparagement when the professors of it give it over,
p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvb pn31 a-acp,
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11535
and relinquish it assoon as times of tryal come. Oh let not this dishonour come on the Gospel by our means:
and relinquish it As soon as times of trial come. O let not this dishonour come on the Gospel by our means:
cc vvi pn31 av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vvn. uh vvb xx d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2:
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11536
Let us stick to it, even to the loss of goods, and liberty, and life it self, let us seal it with our blood.
Let us stick to it, even to the loss of goods, and liberty, and life it self, let us seal it with our blood.
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-j, cc n1, cc n1 pn31 n1, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11537
Our Saviour Christ himself you know, did not think his blood too dear to ratifie the New Covenant,
Our Saviour christ himself you know, did not think his blood too dear to ratify the New Covenant,
po12 n1 np1 px31 pn22 vvb, vdd xx vvi po31 n1 av j-jn pc-acp vvi dt j n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11538
and to establish and confirm the Gospel, to seal the truth of Gospel promises.
and to establish and confirm the Gospel, to seal the truth of Gospel promises.
cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz.
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11539
Let us not think that our blood is ill bestowed, if it may serve in any measure to that end for which Christ shed his.
Let us not think that our blood is ill bestowed, if it may serve in any measure to that end for which christ shed his.
vvb pno12 xx vvi cst po12 n1 vbz av-jn vvn, cs pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd po31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1486
Page 403
11540
And as we must maintain this Gospel truth as an excellent truth both by our arguments and by our sufferings:
And as we must maintain this Gospel truth as an excellent truth both by our Arguments and by our sufferings:
cc c-acp pns12 vmb vvi d n1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc p-acp po12 n2:
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11541
so we must obey it too as an excellent truth.
so we must obey it too as an excellent truth.
av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp dt j n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11542
And this way we shall honour it exceedingly, and hold it forth as excellent to all the world.
And this Way we shall honour it exceedingly, and hold it forth as excellent to all the world.
cc d n1 pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-vvg, cc vvb pn31 av p-acp j p-acp d dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11543
Indeed it is a greater honour and advancement to the Gospel to obey it, then to defend it, and maintain it.
Indeed it is a greater honour and advancement to the Gospel to obey it, then to defend it, and maintain it.
np1 pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cs pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11544
We favour those sometimes whom we defend; we always honour those whom we obey:
We favour those sometime whom we defend; we always honour those whom we obey:
pns12 vvb d av ro-crq pns12 vvb; pns12 av vvi d ro-crq pns12 vvb:
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11545
And this my Brethren is the greatest honour we can do the Gospel, to set it up as our rule in our hearts, and in our lives:
And this my Brothers is the greatest honour we can do the Gospel, to Set it up as our Rule in our hearts, and in our lives:
cc d po11 n2 vbz dt js n1 pns12 vmb vdi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2:
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11546
For you must know, my Brethren, that the Gospel as it saves from misery, so it requireth duty too:
For you must know, my Brothers, that the Gospel as it saves from misery, so it requires duty too:
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst dt n1 c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1, av pn31 vvz n1 av:
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11547
And hence we read not only of obedience to the Law, but of obedience to the Gospel too, 2 Thess. 1.8.
And hence we read not only of Obedience to the Law, but of Obedience to the Gospel too, 2 Thess 1.8.
cc av pns12 vvb xx av-j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 av, crd np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11548
And do you yield it this obedience? Do you live, and do you walk by Gospel rules? Brethren, I make no question all of you expect salvation by the Gospel:
And do you yield it this Obedience? Do you live, and do you walk by Gospel rules? Brothers, I make no question all of you expect salvation by the Gospel:
cc vdb pn22 vvi pn31 d n1? vdb pn22 vvi, cc vdb pn22 vvi p-acp n1 n2? n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 av-d pp-f pn22 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11549
but do you hearken to the counsel and instruction of the Gospel? You expect deliverance by it,
but do you harken to the counsel and instruction of the Gospel? You expect deliverance by it,
cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1? pn22 vvb n1 p-acp pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 403
11550
but do you yield obedience to it? I pray stand still a little, and consider with your selves, and accordingly resolve.
but do you yield Obedience to it? I pray stand still a little, and Consider with your selves, and accordingly resolve.
cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi n1 p-acp pn31? pns11 vvb vvb av dt j, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc av-vvg vvi.
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 404
11551
When you prophane Gods holy day, neglect the duties of his worship, either in publique or in private, blaspheme his name, defraud and over-reach your Brethren;
When you profane God's holy day, neglect the duties of his worship, either in public or in private, Blaspheme his name, defraud and overreach your Brothers;
c-crq pn22 j n2 j n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp j cc p-acp j, vvb po31 n1, n1 cc vvi po22 n2;
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 404
11552
when you please your selves with actual or contemplative uncleanness;
when you please your selves with actual or contemplative uncleanness;
c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j cc j n1;
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 404
11553
when you drink to drunkenness, or walk in any other sinful courses, be they what they will:
when you drink to Drunkenness, or walk in any other sinful courses, be they what they will:
c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp d j-jn j n2, vbb pns32 r-crq pns32 vmb:
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 404
11554
what doth the Gospel teach you these things? I say as the Apostle, have you so learned Christ out of the Gospel?
what does the Gospel teach you these things? I say as the Apostle, have you so learned christ out of the Gospel?
r-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pn22 d n2? pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, vhb pn22 av j np1 av pp-f dt n1?
(47) part (DIV2)
1487
Page 404
11555
Doth the pure and holy Gospel of the Lord Jesus give any approbation to such courses? and do you think my Brethren, that the Gospel will ever save you,
Does the pure and holy Gospel of the Lord jesus give any approbation to such courses? and do you think my Brothers, that the Gospel will ever save you,
vdz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvb d n1 p-acp d n2? cc vdb pn22 vvb po11 n2, cst dt n1 vmb av vvi pn22,
(47) part (DIV2)
1488
Page 404
11556
if it do not guide and rule you? that it will ever make you happy,
if it do not guide and Rule you? that it will ever make you happy,
cs pn31 vdb xx vvi cc vvi pn22? cst pn31 vmb av vvi pn22 j,
(47) part (DIV2)
1488
Page 404
11557
if it do not make you holy? Now I beseech you my Beloved, ponder it and weigh it well,
if it do not make you holy? Now I beseech you my beloved, ponder it and weigh it well,
cs pn31 vdb xx vvi pn22 j? av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvb pn31 cc vvb pn31 av,
(47) part (DIV2)
1488
Page 404
11558
and look for no salvation by the Gospel, unles you yield obedience to the Gospel: For if you do, first you dishonour it;
and look for no salvation by the Gospel, unless you yield Obedience to the Gospel: For if you do, First you dishonour it;
cc vvb p-acp dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pn22 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1: c-acp cs pn22 vdb, ord pn22 vvb pn31;
(47) part (DIV2)
1488
Page 404
11559
and secondly, you disappoint yout selves.
and secondly, you disappoint yout selves.
cc ord, pn22 vvi po22 n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1488
Page 404
11560
1. First you do exceedingly dishonour it, you cast a blemish and a stain upon it, you do not walk as becometh the Gospel of Christ, but cause it to be evil thought,
1. First you do exceedingly dishonour it, you cast a blemish and a stain upon it, you do not walk as Becometh the Gospel of christ, but cause it to be evil Thought,
crd ord pn22 vdb av-vvg vvi pn31, pn22 vvd dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn22 vdb xx vvi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 pn31 pc-acp vbi j-jn n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1489
Page 404
11561
and evil spoken of by wicked men: as if Christ saved men that live and walk and persevere in lewdness and prophaness,
and evil spoken of by wicked men: as if christ saved men that live and walk and persevere in Lewdness and profaneness,
cc n-jn vvn pp-f p-acp j n2: c-acp cs np1 vvd n2 cst vvb cc vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1489
Page 404
11562
as if he favoured and allowed of such courses; as if he fitted and provided heaven for swearers, drunkards and unclean persons.
as if he favoured and allowed of such courses; as if he fitted and provided heaven for swearers, drunkards and unclean Persons.
c-acp cs pns31 vvd cc vvn pp-f d n2; c-acp cs pns31 vvn cc vvn n1 p-acp n2, n2 cc j n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1489
Page 404
11563
What kind of Doctrine may they think is that which holds out such beatitude to be expected and enjoyed by such wretches? Thus you prejudice the Gospel, you cast contempt upon it,
What kind of Doctrine may they think is that which holds out such beatitude to be expected and enjoyed by such wretches? Thus you prejudice the Gospel, you cast contempt upon it,
q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmb pns32 vvb vbz d r-crq vvz av d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2? av pn22 vvi dt n1, pn22 vvd n1 p-acp pn31,
(47) part (DIV2)
1489
Page 404
11564
and take away its excellency in the eyes of wicked men.
and take away its excellency in the eyes of wicked men.
cc vvb av po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1489
Page 404
11565
2. Whiles you expect salvation by the Gospel, and do not yield obedience to the Gospel, you strangely disappoint your selves,
2. While you expect salvation by the Gospel, and do not yield Obedience to the Gospel, you strangely disappoint your selves,
crd cs pn22 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 av-j vvi po22 n2,
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11566
and wofully delude your own souls; You may be confident of heaven while you persist in such courses;
and woefully delude your own Souls; You may be confident of heaven while you persist in such courses;
cc av-j vvb po22 d n2; pn22 vmb vbi j pp-f n1 cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n2;
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11567
but when you come thither you will be ashamed, as Job speaks, chap. 6.20. Believe it Brethren, salvation and instruction will not be divided:
but when you come thither you will be ashamed, as Job speaks, chap. 6.20. Believe it Brothers, salvation and instruction will not be divided:
cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb av pn22 vmb vbi j, p-acp n1 vvz, n1 crd. vvb pn31 n2, n1 cc n1 vmb xx vbi vvn:
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11568
you must take them both together; you cannot have the former, without obedience to the latter.
you must take them both together; you cannot have the former, without Obedience to the latter.
pn22 vmb vvi pno32 d av; pn22 vmbx vhi dt j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt d.
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11569
If you will hear and learn and practice what the Gospel teacheth, you shall injoy that which the Gospel offereth.
If you will hear and Learn and practice what the Gospel Teaches, you shall enjoy that which the Gospel Offereth.
cs pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi cc vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz, pn22 vmb vvi d r-crq dt n1 vvz.
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11570
If you will be obedient to the Gospel, you shall be saved by the Gospel, otherwise you cannot.
If you will be obedient to the Gospel, you shall be saved by the Gospel, otherwise you cannot.
cs pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, av pn22 vmbx.
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11572
Assoon those black Infernal Legions, that are already damned to everlasting chains and darkness, shall be saved by the Gospel,
As soon those black Infernal Legions, that Are already damned to everlasting chains and darkness, shall be saved by the Gospel,
av d j-jn j n2, cst vbr av vvn p-acp j n2 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11573
as they that cast behind their backs the precepts of the Gospel, and will not walk accordingly in their lives and conversations.
as they that cast behind their backs the Precepts of the Gospel, and will not walk accordingly in their lives and conversations.
c-acp pns32 cst vvd p-acp po32 n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vmb xx vvi av-vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc n2.
(47) part (DIV2)
1490
Page 404
11574
It is a dreadful sentence to this purpose, able to break the hearts of wicked men,
It is a dreadful sentence to this purpose, able to break the hearts of wicked men,
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2,
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 404
11575
and to shake their joynts in pieces, 2 Thess. 1.8.
and to shake their Joints in Pieces, 2 Thess 1.8.
cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2, crd np1 crd.
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 404
11576
The Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, rendring vengeance to them that know not God, The Lord jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, rendering vengeance to them that know not God,
dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j-vvg n1, vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1,
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 404
11577
and obey not the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. and obey not the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ.
cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 404
11578
Indeed as Gospel truth is most excellent, so disobedience to this Gospel truth is most dangerous;
Indeed as Gospel truth is most excellent, so disobedience to this Gospel truth is most dangerous;
av p-acp n1 n1 vbz av-ds j, av n1 p-acp d n1 n1 vbz av-ds j;
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 404
11579
we know what a fearful doom and dreadful sentence the Apostle thunders out against it, Heb. 10.26. If we sin wilfully after we have received the knowledge of the truth (the Gospel truth) there remaineth no more sacrifice for sin.
we know what a fearful doom and dreadful sentence the Apostle Thunders out against it, Hebrew 10.26. If we sin wilfully After we have received the knowledge of the truth (the Gospel truth) there remains no more sacrifice for since.
pns12 vvb r-crq dt j n1 cc j n1 dt n1 vvz av p-acp pn31, np1 crd. cs pns12 vvb av-j c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (dt n1 n1) pc-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 404
11580
From which perversly wrested, though Novatus did extract that desperate Heresie of his, denying hope of pardon unto those who after they were once baptized, relapsed into sin:
From which perversely wrested, though Novatian did extract that desperate Heresy of his, denying hope of pardon unto those who After they were once baptised, relapsed into since:
p-acp r-crq av-j vvn, cs np1 vdd vvi d j n1 pp-f png31, vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq p-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp vvn, vvn p-acp n1:
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 405
11581
Yet (those uncomfortable inferences being laid aside) this is most evidently taught us in that Scripture, viz. That where the mind hath been enlightned once with Gospel truth, it tends exceedingly to the increase and aggravation of those sins that are committed after and against it.
Yet (those uncomfortable inferences being laid aside) this is most evidently taught us in that Scripture, viz. That where the mind hath been enlightened once with Gospel truth, it tends exceedingly to the increase and aggravation of those Sins that Are committed After and against it.
av (d j n2 vbg vvn av) d vbz av-ds av-j vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, n1 cst c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1 n1, pn31 vvz av-vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp cc p-acp pn31.
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 405
11582
And therefore upon these considerations, labour to walk worthy of so glorious a Gospel, and so great a Salvation.
And Therefore upon these considerations, labour to walk worthy of so glorious a Gospel, and so great a Salvation.
cc av p-acp d n2, vvb pc-acp vvi j pp-f av j dt n1, cc av j dt n1.
(47) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 405
11583
JOHN. 17.18. As thou sent me into the world, &c. AND thus far of our Saviours Prayer in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples for Sanctification;JOHN. 17.18. As thou sent me into the world, etc. AND thus Far of our Saviors Prayer in the behalf of his Apostles and Disciples for Sanctification;
np1. crd. c-acp pns21 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, av cc av av-j pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1491
Page 405
11584
Sanctifie them with thy truth, thy word is truth. Sanctify them with thy truth, thy word is truth.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1493
Page 405
11585
Proceed we to the arguments and reasons with which he urgeth and enforceth this Petition & request of his. And they are two.
Proceed we to the Arguments and Reasons with which he urges and enforceth this Petition & request of his. And they Are two.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz d vvb cc n1 pp-f png31. cc pns32 vbr crd.
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11586
Whereof the first is taken from the business and employment that he is setting them about;
Whereof the First is taken from the business and employment that he is setting them about;
c-crq dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vbz vvg pno32 a-acp;
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11587
viz. the very same (in some respect at least) which he himself hath hitherto sustained and undergone by the appointment of the Father;viz. the very same (in Some respect At least) which he himself hath hitherto sustained and undergone by the appointment of the Father;
n1 dt av d (p-acp d n1 p-acp ds) r-crq pns31 px31 vhz av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11588
As thou hast sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world, I am now about to send them, it is as good as done already: (For yet they had not their Commission to preach the Gospel to all the world, to every creature.) And therefore thou hadst need to sanctifie them, saith our Saviour to his Father, by a more full discovery of thy truth to them, that so they may be fitted and enabled for such a service as this is.As thou hast sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world, I am now about to send them, it is as good as done already: (For yet they had not their Commission to preach the Gospel to all the world, to every creature.) And Therefore thou Hadst need to sanctify them, Says our Saviour to his Father, by a more full discovery of thy truth to them, that so they may be fitted and enabled for such a service as this is.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm av p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp vdi av: (c-acp av pns32 vhd xx po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n1.) cc av pns21 vhd2 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno32, cst av pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11589
It is extreamly necessary that they should be qualified with all the gifts and graces of the Spirit to the very utmost, being to go upon the very self same errand and business on which thou hast imployed me; Sanctifie them, saith our Saviour.
It is extremely necessary that they should be qualified with all the Gifts and graces of the Spirit to the very utmost, being to go upon the very self same errand and business on which thou hast employed me; Sanctify them, Says our Saviour.
pn31 vbz av-jn j cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j j, vbg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 d n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11; vvb pno32, vvz po12 n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11590
Why, might the Father answer, why so? Cause enough saith Jesus Christ;
Why, might the Father answer, why so? Cause enough Says jesus christ;
uh-crq, vmd dt n1 n1, uh-crq av? n1 av-d vvz np1 np1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11591
for as thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world.
for as thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world.
p-acp c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1494
Page 405
11592
There are two things to be considered in the words. There is something positive, and there is in the second place something comparative.
There Are two things to be considered in the words. There is something positive, and there is in the second place something comparative.
pc-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2. pc-acp vbz pi j, cc pc-acp vbz p-acp dt ord n1 pi j.
(48) part (DIV2)
1495
Page 405
11593
1. There is something positive in these words, which Christ affirmeth positively of himself and his Apostles.
1. There is something positive in these words, which christ Affirmeth positively of himself and his Apostles.
crd pc-acp vbz pi j p-acp d n2, r-crq np1 vvz av-j pp-f px31 cc po31 n2.
(48) part (DIV2)
1496
Page 405
11594
That which he affirmeth positively of himself, is, that his Father hath sent him into the world.
That which he Affirmeth positively of himself, is, that his Father hath sent him into the world.
d r-crq pns31 vvz av-j pp-f px31, vbz, cst po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1496
Page 405
11595
That which he affirmeth positively of his Apostles and Disciples, is, That he is sending them into the world.
That which he Affirmeth positively of his Apostles and Disciples, is, That he is sending them into the world.
d r-crq pns31 vvz av-j pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, vbz, cst pns31 vbz vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1496
Page 405
11596
There is something Comparative, in which our Saviour Christ compares his Fathers sending him with his own sending his Apostles;
There is something Comparative, in which our Saviour christ compares his Father's sending him with his own sending his Apostles;
pc-acp vbz pi j, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz po31 n2 vvg pno31 p-acp po31 d vvg po31 n2;
(48) part (DIV2)
1497
Page 405
11597
As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world. As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world.
c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1497
Page 405
11598
I shall but touch on that which Christ affirmeth positively of himself, and that as you have heard, is, that his Father hath sent him down into the world;
I shall but touch on that which christ Affirmeth positively of himself, and that as you have herd, is, that his Father hath sent him down into the world;
pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz av-j pp-f px31, cc d c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbz, cst po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1498
Page 406
11599
He would not suffer him to stay in heaven, but sent him forth upon some weighty and important business;
He would not suffer him to stay in heaven, but sent him forth upon Some weighty and important business;
pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vvd pno31 av p-acp d j cc j n1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1498
Page 406
11600
so that the point to be observed is this.
so that the point to be observed is this.
av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(48) part (DIV2)
1498
Page 406
11601
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ was sent into the world, by the appointment and command of God the Father.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ was sent into the world, by the appointment and command of God the Father.
n1. cst np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 dt n1.
(48) part (DIV2)
1498
Page 406
11602
The word in the Original importeth an authoritative sending, which is accordingly submitted to and yield to by the person that is sent.
The word in the Original imports an authoritative sending, which is accordingly submitted to and yield to by the person that is sent.
dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvz dt j n-vvg, r-crq vbz av-vvg vvd p-acp cc vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn.
(48) part (DIV2)
1499
Page 406
11603
NONLATINALPHABET, saith our Saviour to the Father;
, Says our Saviour to the Father;
, vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1499
Page 406
11604
Thou hast sent me into the world, so sent, that I accordingly am come into the world, I have stoopt to thy mission;Thou hast sent me into the world, so sent, that I accordingly am come into the world, I have stooped to thy mission;
pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, av vvd, cst pns11 av-vvg vbm vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n1;
(48) part (DIV2)
1499
Page 406
11605
But this hath for the substance of it been handled on the third verse, and therefore I shall wave the further prosecution of it here,
But this hath for the substance of it been handled on the third verse, and Therefore I shall wave the further prosecution of it Here,
cc-acp d vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbn vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt jc n1 pp-f pn31 av,
(48) part (DIV2)
1499
Page 406
11606
and pass on to the following words.
and pass on to the following words.
cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n2.
(48) part (DIV2)
1499
Page 406
11607
JOHN. 17.18. Even so have I also sent them into the world.JOHN. 17.18. Even so have I also sent them into the world.
np1. crd. av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1499
Page 406
11608
AND thus of that which Jesus Christ hath affirmed of himself, in relation to his Father, Thou hast sent me into the world.
AND thus of that which jesus christ hath affirmed of himself, in Relation to his Father, Thou hast sent me into the world.
cc av pp-f d r-crq np1 np1 vhz vvn pp-f px31, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1501
Page 406
11609
Proceed we now to that which he affirms of his Apostles, and in them of his succeeding Ministers, in relation to himself, I also have sent them into the world.
Proceed we now to that which he affirms of his Apostles, and in them of his succeeding Ministers, in Relation to himself, I also have sent them into the world.
vvb pns12 av p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n2, cc p-acp pno32 pp-f po31 j-vvg n2, p-acp n1 p-acp px31, pns11 av vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1501
Page 406
11611
First the author of the Mission I; I stands for Jesus, I have sent. Secondly, the term or local object of the Mission, the world, without restraint or limitation, all the world.
First the author of the Mission I; I Stands for jesus, I have sent. Secondly, the term or local Object of the Mission, the world, without restraint or limitation, all the world.
np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns11; pns11 vvz p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn. ord, dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, d dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1502
Page 406
11612
I have sent them into the world. Not into Judea only, but into the world.I have sent them into the world. Not into Judea only, but into the world.
pns11 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1. xx p-acp np1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1502
Page 406
11613
Thirdly, the comparison, between our Saviours mission of his Apostles and Embassadors, and his Fathers mission of himself, suggested in the word also, I also have sent them into the world;
Thirdly, the comparison, between our Saviors mission of his Apostles and ambassadors, and his Father's mission of himself, suggested in the word also, I also have sent them into the world;
ord, dt n1, p-acp po12 ng1 n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cc po31 ng1 n1 pp-f px31, vvn p-acp dt n1 av, pns11 av vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1502
Page 406
11614
as thou sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them, &c. As the parts, so the Observations are three.as thou sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them, etc. As the parts, so the Observations Are three.
c-acp pns21 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32, av p-acp dt n2, av dt n2 vbr crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1502
Page 406
11615
First the Apostles and Ministers of Jesus Christ are sent by him, they are of Christs own sending:
First the Apostles and Ministers of jesus christ Are sent by him, they Are of Christ own sending:
np1 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr pp-f npg1 vvi vvg:
(49) part (DIV2)
1503
Page 406
11616
Secondly, Christ doth not send them particularly, or restrictively to any Countrey, or to any Nation:
Secondly, christ does not send them particularly, or restrictively to any Country, or to any nation:
ord, np1 vdz xx vvi pno32 av-j, cc av-j p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1503
Page 406
11617
But their Commission leaves them free to all the world. Thirdly, Jesus Christ sends his Apostles and his Ministers, even as his Father sent him.
But their Commission leaves them free to all the world. Thirdly, jesus christ sends his Apostles and his Ministers, even as his Father sent him.
cc-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32 j p-acp d dt n1. ord, np1 np1 vvz po31 n2 cc po31 n2, av c-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31.
(49) part (DIV2)
1503
Page 406
11618
There is a great similitude between Gods sending Christ into the world, and Christs sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world.
There is a great similitude between God's sending christ into the world, and Christ sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world.
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 vvg np1 p-acp dt n1, cc npg1 n-vvg po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1503
Page 406
11619
I shall handle these distinctly, as God shall give ability and opportunity: Beginning with the first.
I shall handle these distinctly, as God shall give ability and opportunity: Beginning with the First.
pns11 vmb vvi d av-j, c-acp np1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1: vvg p-acp dt ord.
(49) part (DIV2)
1503
Page 406
11620
DOCTRINE. The Apostles and the Ministers of Jesus Christ are sent by him, they are of Christs own sending.DOCTRINE. The Apostles and the Ministers of jesus christ Are sent by him, they Are of Christ own sending.
n1. dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr pp-f npg1 vvi vvg.
(49) part (DIV2)
1503
Page 407
11621
For the Apostles they have their very name from sending.
For the Apostles they have their very name from sending.
p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb po32 j n1 p-acp vvg.
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11622
The word in the Original importeth such a one as is dispatched upon the errand of another, upon the business that another sends him in:
The word in the Original imports such a one as is dispatched upon the errand of Another, upon the business that Another sends him in:
dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvz d dt pi a-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, p-acp dt n1 cst j-jn vvz pno31 p-acp:
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11623
And Christ is often said to send them. There are two memorable missions of them, mentioned in the Gospel story.
And christ is often said to send them. There Are two memorable missions of them, mentioned in the Gospel story.
cc np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi pno32. pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f pno32, vvn p-acp dt n1 n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11624
The first a little after he had called them, Mat. 10.1, &c. When he had called his twelve Disciples (and they were his twelve Apostles,
The First a little After he had called them, Mathew 10.1, etc. When he had called his twelve Disciples (and they were his twelve Apostles,
dt ord dt j c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32, np1 crd, av c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 crd n2 (cc pns32 vbdr po31 crd n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11625
as they are stiled, ver. 2.) he gave them power against unclean spirits.
as they Are styled, ver. 2.) he gave them power against unclean spirits.
c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, fw-la. crd) pns31 vvd pno32 n1 p-acp j n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11626
And these twelve he sent forth, ver. 1. and after at ver. 16. Behold I send you forth, saith he, as sheep among Wolves. The second memorable mission of them was a little after he was risen from the dead,
And these twelve he sent forth, ver. 1. and After At ver. 16. Behold I send you forth, Says he, as sheep among Wolves. The second memorable mission of them was a little After he was risen from the dead,
cc d crd pns31 vvd av, fw-la. crd cc a-acp p-acp fw-la. crd vvb pns11 vvb pn22 av, vvz pns31, p-acp n1 p-acp n2. dt ord j n1 pp-f pno32 vbds dt j c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j,
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11627
and was even ready to ascend, Joh. 20.21. Even as my Father sent me, so send I you.
and was even ready to ascend, John 20.21. Even as my Father sent me, so send I you.
cc vbds av j pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. av-j c-acp po11 n1 vvd pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22.
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11628
And this is that which the Apostle Paul acknowledges, that he was sent by Jesus Christ, 1 Cor. 1.17. Christ sent me;
And this is that which the Apostle Paul acknowledges, that he was sent by jesus christ, 1 Cor. 1.17. christ sent me;
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 np1, crd np1 crd. np1 vvd pno11;
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11629
what to do? not only, no not chiefly to baptize, but to preach the Gospel.
what to do? not only, no not chiefly to baptise, but to preach the Gospel.
r-crq pc-acp vdi? xx av-j, dx xx av-jn p-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1504
Page 407
11630
And as for ordinary Ministers, I take the seventy Disciples to be such.
And as for ordinary Ministers, I take the seventy Disciples to be such.
cc c-acp p-acp j n2, pns11 vvb dt crd n2 pc-acp vbi d.
(49) part (DIV2)
1505
Page 407
11631
And of them it is observed in the story, Luk. 10.1, &c. After these things the Lord appointed other 70. also, and sent them two and two before his face;
And of them it is observed in the story, Luk. 10.1, etc. After these things the Lord appointed other 70. also, and sent them two and two before his face;
cc pp-f pno32 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, av p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvd j-jn crd av, cc vvd pno32 crd cc crd p-acp po31 n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1505
Page 407
11632
and addeth presently, Behold I send you forth as Lambs among Wolves. It is a rule that the Apostle Paul lays down, Rom. 10.15.
and adds presently, Behold I send you forth as Lambs among Wolves. It is a Rule that the Apostle Paul lays down, Rom. 10.15.
cc vvz av-j, vvb pns11 vvb pn22 av c-acp n2 p-acp n2. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 np1 vvz a-acp, np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1505
Page 407
11633
How shall they preach except they be sent? He doth not say unless they be gifted,How shall they preach except they be sent? He does not say unless they be gifted,
q-crq vmb pns32 vvi c-acp pns32 vbb vvn? pns31 vdz xx vvi cs pns32 vbb vvn,
(49) part (DIV2)
1505
Page 407
11634
but unless they be sent. How shall they do the work and business of the Ministers of Christ, unless they be sent by Christ? so that the point is clear you see, that the Apostles and the Ministers of Christ are sent by Christ.
but unless they be sent. How shall they do the work and business of the Ministers of christ, unless they be sent by christ? so that the point is clear you see, that the Apostles and the Ministers of christ Are sent by christ.
cc-acp cs pns32 vbb vvn. q-crq vmb pns32 vdb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp np1? av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cst dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1505
Page 407
11635
But least I be mistaken here, I must interpose a caution. You must not understand that they are sent by Christ Exclusively, that is, by him, and none but him:
But least I be mistaken Here, I must interpose a caution. You must not understand that they Are sent by christ Exclusively, that is, by him, and none but him:
p-acp ds pns11 vbb vvn av, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1. pn22 vmb xx vvi cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 av-j, cst vbz, p-acp pno31, cc pix p-acp pno31:
(49) part (DIV2)
1506
Page 407
11636
Neither as to the sending of the Father and the holy Ghost, the other Persons of the Godhead:
Neither as to the sending of the Father and the holy Ghost, the other Persons of the Godhead:
av-d c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1, dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1506
Page 407
11637
Nor yet as to the sending of the Church:
Nor yet as to the sending of the Church:
ccx av a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1506
Page 407
11638
Neither of them is excluded, when we say, That the Apostles and Ministers of Jesus Christ are sent by him.
Neither of them is excluded, when we say, That the Apostles and Ministers of jesus christ Are sent by him.
av-d pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31.
(49) part (DIV2)
1506
Page 407
11639
They are not sent by him Exclusively as to the sending of the other Persons of the Godhead, the Father and the Holy Ghost.
They Are not sent by him Exclusively as to the sending of the other Persons of the Godhead, the Father and the Holy Ghost.
pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno31 av-j a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc dt j n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11640
The works of the Trinity without are undivided;
The works of the Trinity without Are undivided;
dt n2 pp-f dt np1 p-acp vbr j;
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11641
and certainly it is their work as well as his, to send forth Ministers into the Church;
and Certainly it is their work as well as his, to send forth Ministers into the Church;
cc av-j pn31 vbz po32 n1 c-acp av c-acp png31, pc-acp vvi av n2 p-acp dt n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11642
and hence it is not only said, that Christ when he ascended up on high, he gave some Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, and Teachers. Eph. 4.11. Some extraordinary, some ordinary Ministers in his Church:
and hence it is not only said, that christ when he ascended up on high, he gave Some Apostles, prophets, Evangelists, and Teachers. Ephesians 4.11. some extraordinary, Some ordinary Ministers in his Church:
cc av pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn, cst np1 c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j, pns31 vvd d n2, n2, n2, cc n2. np1 crd. d j, d j n2 p-acp po31 n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11643
But it is also said, That God hath see some in the Church, first Apostles, secondarily Prophets,
But it is also said, That God hath see Some in the Church, First Apostles, secondarily prophets,
cc-acp pn31 vbz av vvn, cst np1 vhz vvb d p-acp dt n1, ord n2, av-j n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11644
thirdly Teachers, &c. 1 Cor. 12.28. God hath sent them, and that not God the Son only, but God the Father, and Holy Ghost too.Thirdly Teachers, etc. 1 Cor. 12.28. God hath sent them, and that not God the Son only, but God the Father, and Holy Ghost too.
ord n2, av crd np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno32, cc cst xx np1 dt n1 av-j, cc-acp np1 dt n1, cc j n1 av.
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11645
Indeed the Scripture is express for this, that all the three concurred in this business. The Father thrusts forth Laborers into his Vineyard, Mat. 9.38. The Son gives Ministers in the fore-cited Text, Ephes. 4.11. The Holy Ghost makes Over-seers, Act. 20.28. Take heed to your selves, saith the Apostle to the Elders of Ephesus, and to all the flock over which the Holy Ghost hath made you Over-seers:
Indeed the Scripture is express for this, that all the three concurred in this business. The Father thrusts forth Laborers into his Vineyard, Mathew 9.38. The Son gives Ministers in the forecited Text, Ephesians 4.11. The Holy Ghost makes Overseers, Act. 20.28. Take heed to your selves, Says the Apostle to the Elders of Ephesus, and to all the flock over which the Holy Ghost hath made you Overseers:
np1 dt n1 vbz j p-acp d, cst d dt crd vvn p-acp d n1. dt n1 vvz av n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. dt j n1 vvz n2, n1 crd. vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f np1, cc p-acp d dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn pn22 n2:
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 407
11646
So that you see, Christ sends not Ministers exclusively as to the sending of the Father and the Holy Ghost.
So that you see, christ sends not Ministers exclusively as to the sending of the Father and the Holy Ghost.
av cst pn22 vvb, np1 vvz xx n2 av-j c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1507
Page 408
11647
2. Nor doth he send them in the second place exclusively as to the sending of the Church:
2. Nor does he send them in the second place exclusively as to the sending of the Church:
crd ccx vdz pns31 vvi pno32 p-acp dt ord n1 av-j a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11648
She also hath a hand (my Brethren) under Christ, and by authority from Christ in this mission.
She also hath a hand (my Brothers) under christ, and by Authority from christ in this mission.
pns31 av vhz dt n1 (po11 n2) p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11649
Election appertains to her, according to the rule of Christ, she chooses out fit men, Act. 6.3. So Ordination appertains to her;
Election appertains to her, according to the Rule of christ, she chooses out fit men, Act. 6.3. So Ordination appertains to her;
n1 vvz p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz av j n2, n1 crd. av n1 vvz p-acp pno31;
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11650
I mean, she doth it by her Officers, as Act. 14.23.
I mean, she does it by her Officers, as Act. 14.23.
pns11 vvb, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp n1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11651
And Ordination as it is a Designation to the Ministry, so it is at least a virtual and implicite sending forth to the work of the Minstry:
And Ordination as it is a Designation to the Ministry, so it is At least a virtual and implicit sending forth to the work of the Ministry:
cc n1 c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp ds dt j cc j n-vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11652
And therefore Ministers are called the Messengers of the Churches, 2 Cor. 8.23. Not the Messengers of Christ alone, but of the Church of Christ too:
And Therefore Ministers Are called the Messengers of the Churches, 2 Cor. 8.23. Not the Messengers of christ alone, but of the Church of christ too:
cc av n2 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2, crd np1 crd. xx dt n2 pp-f np1 av-j, cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av:
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11653
They are not only sent by him, but they are sent by her also;
They Are not only sent by him, but they Are sent by her also;
pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 av;
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11654
she is the Wife, the Spouse of Jesus Christ, and so he suffers her to have a hand in sending of her own servants;
she is the Wife, the Spouse of jesus christ, and so he suffers her to have a hand in sending of her own Servants;
pns31 vbz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc av pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f po31 d n2;
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11655
For so are Ministers the Churches servants (though in some respects the Rulers, in other some the servants also) the servants of the Wife,
For so Are Ministers the Churches Servants (though in Some respects the Rulers, in other Some the Servants also) the Servants of the Wife,
c-acp av vbr n2 dt n2 n2 (cs p-acp d n2 dt n2, p-acp j-jn d dt n2 av) dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11656
and not the servants of the Husband only, as the Apostle insinuates, 2 Cor. 4.5. We preach not our selves, but the Lord Jesus Christ, and our selves your servants for Jesus's sake:
and not the Servants of the Husband only, as the Apostle insinuates, 2 Cor. 4.5. We preach not our selves, but the Lord jesus christ, and our selves your Servants for Jesus's sake:
cc xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pns12 vvb xx po12 n2, cc-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc po12 n2 po22 n2 p-acp npg1 n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11657
This shall suffice for clearing of the Observation by way of Application; here are some things that concern the Ministers, and some things that concern the people;
This shall suffice for clearing of the Observation by Way of Application; Here Are Some things that concern the Ministers, and Some things that concern the people;
d vmb vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; av vbr d n2 cst vvb dt n2, cc d n2 cst vvb dt n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11658
I shall proceed with them in order.
I shall proceed with them in order.
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1508
Page 408
11659
Is it so, That the Apostles and Ministers of Jesus Christ are sent by him? This then may serve to let them see their great mistake, who take upon themselves the Office of the Ministers of Christ,
Is it so, That the Apostles and Ministers of jesus christ Are sent by him? This then may serve to let them see their great mistake, who take upon themselves the Office of the Ministers of christ,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31? np1 av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi po32 j n1, r-crq vvb p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11660
and yet are not sent by him: Concerning whom he may complain, as God complains of those in Israel, Jer. 23.21. I did not send them, yet they ran faster then a good pace:
and yet Are not sent by him: Concerning whom he may complain, as God complains of those in Israel, Jer. 23.21. I did not send them, yet they ran faster then a good pace:
cc av vbr xx vvn p-acp pno31: vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f d p-acp np1, np1 crd. pns11 vdd xx vvi pno32, av pns32 vvd av-jc cs dt j n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11661
They were forward of themselves, but they were never sent by me. Brethren, men may not call themselves, or send themselves, because they think themselves sufficient;
They were forward of themselves, but they were never sent by me. Brothers, men may not call themselves, or send themselves, Because they think themselves sufficient;
pns32 vbdr j pp-f px32, cc-acp pns32 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp pno11. n1, n2 vmb xx vvi px32, cc vvi px32, c-acp pns32 vvb px32 j;
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11662
No, Jesus Christ will call and send whom he pleases:
No, jesus christ will call and send whom he Pleases:
uh-dx, np1 np1 vmb vvi cc vvi r-crq pns31 vvz:
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11663
For though he call not men immediately from heaven now, as in the times of the Apostles, he calls and sends them mediately still, by the Churches suffrages,
For though he call not men immediately from heaven now, as in the times of the Apostles, he calls and sends them mediately still, by the Churches suffrages,
c-acp cs pns31 vvb xx n2 av-j p-acp n1 av, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32 av-j av, p-acp dt ng1 n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11664
as you may see Act. 6.3. and by the laying on of the hands of the Presbyters, as the Apostles phrase is, 1 Tim. 4.14.
as you may see Act. 6.3. and by the laying on of the hands of the Presbyters, as the Apostles phrase is, 1 Tim. 4.14.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 crd. cc p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, crd np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11665
And as it was a rule to the Levitical Priesthood under the Law, Heb. 5.4. No man takes this honour on him, no man doth de jure take it, but he that is called of God as was Aaron:
And as it was a Rule to the Levitical Priesthood under the Law, Hebrew 5.4. No man Takes this honour on him, no man does de jure take it, but he that is called of God as was Aaron:
cc c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. dx n1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno31, dx n1 vdz fw-fr fw-la vvi pn31, p-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 a-acp vbds np1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11666
So to the Ministry under the Gospel, no man takes this honour on him, but he that is sent of Christ.
So to the Ministry under the Gospel, no man Takes this honour on him, but he that is sent of christ.
av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dx n1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11667
There may be many private Souldiers in an Army, that may be fit to be Commanders, every way it may be fitter then some of them that do command,
There may be many private Soldiers in an Army, that may be fit to be Commanders, every Way it may be fitter then Some of them that do command,
pc-acp vmb vbi d j n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi n2, d n1 pn31 vmb vbi jc cs d pp-f pno32 cst vdb vvi,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11668
and yet they may not take upon them to be so, without a regular and due admission.
and yet they may not take upon them to be so, without a regular and due admission.
cc av pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi av, p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11669
There may be many in the Common-wealth that may be fitter to be Justices of Peace then some of them that bear that Office,
There may be many in the Commonwealth that may be fitter to be Justices of Peace then Some of them that bear that Office,
pc-acp vmb vbi d p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vbi jc pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1 av d pp-f pno32 cst vvb cst n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11670
and yet they may not take upon them to be so, until they have received a Commission:
and yet they may not take upon them to be so, until they have received a Commission:
cc av pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi av, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 408
11671
Or if they should, it were impossible that their sufficiency should advantage the Army or the Commonwealth so much,
Or if they should, it were impossible that their sufficiency should advantage the Army or the Commonwealth so much,
cc cs pns32 vmd, pn31 vbdr j cst po32 n1 vmd vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 av av-d,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11672
as the ill president which they would give, and the disorder and confusion they would make, would do it hurt;
as the ill president which they would give, and the disorder and confusion they would make, would do it hurt;
c-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi, cc dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vmd vvi, vmd vdi pn31 vvd;
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11673
and so there may be many private Christians, that may be fitter to be Rulers and Pastors of a Congregation,
and so there may be many private Christians, that may be fitter to be Rulers and Pastors of a Congregation,
cc av pc-acp vmb vbi d j np1, cst vmb vbi jc pc-acp vbi n2 cc ng1 pp-f dt n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11674
then many that do rule and teach, and yet they may not take upon them to be either,
then many that do Rule and teach, and yet they may not take upon them to be either,
cs d cst vdb vvi cc vvi, cc av pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi d,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11675
until they be sent by Christ:
until they be sent by christ:
c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp np1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11676
For if one may call himself, and send himself, a second may, and so a third,
For if one may call himself, and send himself, a second may, and so a third,
c-acp cs pi vmb vvi px31, cc vvi px31, dt ord vmb, cc av dt ord,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11677
and then they may be all Teachers, which is the thing that the Apostle implicitely at least forbiddeth, 1 Cor. 12.19. And if all were one member, where were the body? as the same Apostle speaks.
and then they may be all Teachers, which is the thing that the Apostle implicitly At least forbiddeth, 1 Cor. 12.19. And if all were one member, where were the body? as the same Apostle speaks.
cc av pns32 vmb vbi d n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 av-j p-acp ds vvz, crd np1 crd. cc cs d vbdr crd n1, c-crq vbdr dt n1? p-acp dt d n1 vvz.
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11678
And indeed, if any man put himself into an office meerly upon this account, because he thinks himself sufficient, the weakest will be most forward and most conceited of their own sufficience:
And indeed, if any man put himself into an office merely upon this account, Because he thinks himself sufficient, the Weakest will be most forward and most conceited of their own sufficience:
cc av, cs d n1 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vvz px31 j, dt js vmb vbi av-ds av-j cc av-ds j-vvn pp-f po32 d n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11679
and on the other side the ablest men most modest, because they best know their own weakness.
and on the other side the Ablest men most modest, Because they best know their own weakness.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt js n2 av-ds j, c-acp pns32 av-js vvb po32 d n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11680
And if you look on those who call themselves to be the Teachers of publick Congregations,
And if you look on those who call themselves to be the Teachers of public Congregations,
cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f j n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11681
and who impose themselves upon them by force, and by a strong hand, as some have done in these times, you shall not find them of the ablest and the most judicious sort of men;
and who impose themselves upon them by force, and by a strong hand, as Some have done in these times, you shall not find them of the Ablest and the most judicious sort of men;
cc q-crq vvb px32 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, c-acp d vhb vdn p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi pno32 pp-f dt js cc dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n2;
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11682
No, not of those who are it may of their own opinion. But you will interpose, and ask me then;
No, not of those who Are it may of their own opinion. But you will interpose, and ask me then;
uh-dx, xx pp-f d r-crq vbr pn31 vmb pp-f po32 d n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvb pno11 av;
(49) part (DIV2)
1509
Page 409
11683
What are not private Christians to imploy their gifts for the common benefit? Yes, to the very utmost, my Beloved;
What Are not private Christians to employ their Gifts for the Common benefit? Yes, to the very utmost, my beloved;
q-crq vbr xx j np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1? uh, p-acp dt j j, po11 np1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11684
As every man hath received the gift, so let him minister the same one to the other, As every man hath received the gift, so let him minister the same one to the other,
p-acp d n1 vhz vvn dt n1, av vvb pno31 vvi dt d pi p-acp dt n-jn,
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11685
as good stewards of the manifold graces of God, 1 Pet. 4.16. Their gift they have received to profit withal, and that not themselves alone, but others also;as good Stewards of the manifold graces of God, 1 Pet. 4.16. Their gift they have received to profit withal, and that not themselves alone, but Others also;
c-acp j n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd. po32 n1 pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi av, cc cst xx px32 av-j, cc-acp n2-jn av;
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11686
But still within their own sphere, within compass of their own calling:
But still within their own sphere, within compass of their own calling:
cc-acp av p-acp po32 d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d vvg:
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11687
They may and ought as they are able, to teach, &c. as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.12. in a way of conference;
They may and ought as they Are able, to teach, etc. as the Apostle speaks, Col. 2.12. in a Way of conference;
pns32 vmb cc vmd c-acp pns32 vbr j, pc-acp vvi, av p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11688
and this lies as a duty on them all, in some degree: For this is no Evangelical counsel, but an Evangelical precept;
and this lies as a duty on them all, in Some degree: For this is no Evangelical counsel, but an Evangelical precept;
cc d vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 d, p-acp d n1: c-acp d vbz dx np1 n1, cc-acp dt np1 n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11689
it is not permitted only, but required:
it is not permitted only, but required:
pn31 vbz xx vvn av-j, cc-acp vvd:
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11690
But none of them may take upon him to be the publick Teacher of the whole, without a due Vocation and Ordination thereunto.
But none of them may take upon him to be the public Teacher of the Whole, without a due Vocation and Ordination thereunto.
cc-acp pix pp-f pno32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn, p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 av.
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11691
How shall they preach except they be sent? saith the Apostle, Rom. 11.15. How shall they do it lawfully? He doth not say except they be gifted,How shall they preach except they be sent? Says the Apostle, Rom. 11.15. How shall they do it lawfully? He does not say except they be gifted,
q-crq vmb pns32 vvi c-acp pns32 vbb vvn? vvz dt n1, np1 crd. q-crq vmb pns32 vdb pn31 av-j? pns31 vdz xx vvi c-acp pns32 vbb vvn,
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11692
but except they be sent. Qualification is not enough, without mission: he must not go forth of himself, but must be sent forth by Christ.
but except they be sent. Qualification is not enough, without mission: he must not go forth of himself, but must be sent forth by christ.
cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbb vvn. n1 vbz xx av-d, p-acp n1: pns31 vmb xx vvi av pp-f px31, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn av p-acp np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1510
Page 409
11693
Is it so, That the Apostles and Ministers of Christ are sent by him? This then may serve to let us see how far the power and the authority of Ministers extends in binding and in loosing,
Is it so, That the Apostles and Ministers of christ Are sent by him? This then may serve to let us see how Far the power and the Authority of Ministers extends in binding and in losing,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31? np1 av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp vvg cc p-acp vvg,
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11694
and in proclaming either war or peace. They do it but as servants in a ministerial way, and by a delegated power;
and in proclaiming either war or peace. They do it but as Servants in a ministerial Way, and by a delegated power;
cc p-acp vvg d n1 cc n1. pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j-vvn n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11695
and in the execution of it, they must exactly keep them by the rule and the directions which they have received from him that sent them.
and in the execution of it, they must exactly keep them by the Rule and the directions which they have received from him that sent them.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11696
They may not act according to their own discretion, and as it seemeth good to them,
They may not act according to their own discretion, and as it seems good to them,
pns32 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp po32 d n1, cc c-acp pn31 vvz j p-acp pno32,
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11697
but must proceed in every thing according to the orders and instructions of their Master.
but must proceed in every thing according to the order and instructions of their Master.
cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11698
Or if they swerve a jot from these, they stray beyond the bounds of their Commission, and their authority is void.
Or if they swerve a jot from these, they stray beyond the bounds of their Commission, and their Authority is void.
cc cs pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp d, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc po32 n1 vbz j.
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11699
So that the power of Ministers in this regard, is Ministerial, and declarative:
So that the power of Ministers in this regard, is Ministerial, and declarative:
av cst dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, vbz j, cc n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 409
11700
Yet this I add, because they do it by Commission from the Lord, and as Messengers of Christ, it comes from them, by reason of his Ordinance, with more assurance to the Conscience, then from any private person.
Yet this I add, Because they do it by Commission from the Lord, and as Messengers of christ, it comes from them, by reason of his Ordinance, with more assurance to the Conscience, then from any private person.
av d pns11 vvb, c-acp pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dc n1 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp d j n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1511
Page 410
11701
Is it so that the Apostles, &c. This then may serve to mind them what their duty is,
Is it so that the Apostles, etc. This then may serve to mind them what their duty is,
vbz pn31 av cst dt n2, av d av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq po32 n1 vbz,
(49) part (DIV2)
1512
Page 410
11702
and I shall give it you in two words.
and I shall give it you in two words.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 pn22 p-acp crd n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1512
Page 410
11703
1. They must do his work, and deliver his message, the errand which he sends them in.
1. They must do his work, and deliver his message, the errand which he sends them in.
crd pns32 vmb vdi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11704
They must not bring their own devices to the people, their own fancies and conceits, the issue of their own brains, the froth of their own spirits,
They must not bring their own devices to the people, their own fancies and conceits, the issue of their own brains, the froth of their own spirits,
pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 d n2 p-acp dt n1, po32 d n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11705
as many do in these times. No, they must speak the words of Christ, and speak them fully and compleatly.
as many do in these times. No, they must speak the words of christ, and speak them Fully and completely.
c-acp d vdb p-acp d n2. uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno32 av-j cc av-j.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11706
They must fulfill the word of God, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.25.
They must fulfil the word of God, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.25.
pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11707
They must without respect or fear, deliver all their Masters message, to any man to whom he sends them,
They must without respect or Fear, deliver all their Masters message, to any man to whom he sends them,
pns32 vmb p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb d po32 n2 n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz pno32,
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11708
how great soever he may be.
how great soever he may be.
c-crq j av pns31 vmb vbi.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11709
They must not out of base and servile dread of any, suppress or mince their errand in the least degree,
They must not out of base and servile dread of any, suppress or mince their errand in the least degree,
pns32 vmb xx av pp-f j cc j n1 pp-f d, vvi cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt ds n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11710
or deal so mannerly with men, that they become unfaithfull to the Lord Christ.
or deal so mannerly with men, that they become unfaithful to the Lord christ.
cc vvi av av-j p-acp n2, cst pns32 vvb j p-acp dt n1 np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11711
No, they must seriously consider that though themselves be mean and despicable persons, yet they are Ministers and Messengers of Christ himself, who is higher then the highest among men.
No, they must seriously Consider that though themselves be mean and despicable Persons, yet they Are Ministers and Messengers of christ himself, who is higher then the highest among men.
uh-dx, pns32 vmb av-j vvi cst c-acp px32 vbi j cc j n2, av pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 px31, r-crq vbz jc cs dt js p-acp n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11712
And therefore as the Noble Roman said, non ita memor sum dignitatis vestrae ut obliviscar me esse consulem;
And Therefore as the Noble Roman said, non ita memor sum dignitatis Vestrae ut obliviscar me esse consulem;
cc av c-acp dt j njp vvd, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la;
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11713
So they must say when they are dealing with the great ones of the world;
So they must say when they Are dealing with the great ones of the world;
av pns32 vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11714
I am not mindfull of dignity so far, as to forget that I am the Embassador and Messenger of Jesus Christ.
I am not mindful of dignity so Far, as to forget that I am the Ambassador and Messenger of jesus christ.
pns11 vbm xx j pp-f n1 av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vbm dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11715
They must be bold and resolute, with this assurance, that he that sendeth them, will bear them out, according to his many pretious promises which he hath made for their encouragement to faithfulness in his service.
They must be bold and resolute, with this assurance, that he that sends them, will bear them out, according to his many precious promises which he hath made for their encouragement to faithfulness in his service.
pns32 vmb vbi j cc j, p-acp d n1, cst pns31 cst vvz pno32, vmb vvi pno32 av, vvg p-acp po31 d j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1513
Page 410
11716
2. And as they must deliver Christs errand, and not their own, so for Christs ends, and not their own;
2. And as they must deliver Christ errand, and not their own, so for Christ ends, and not their own;
crd cc c-acp pns32 vmb vvi npg1 n1, cc xx po32 d, av p-acp npg1 n2, cc xx po32 d;
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11717
they must not seek their own profit, or their own honour, but the honour of their Master.
they must not seek their own profit, or their own honour, but the honour of their Master.
pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 d n1, cc po32 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11718
As Christ who was the Fathers messenger, glorified not himself, as the Apostle speaks, but him that sent him, Heb. 5.5. so they that are the messengers of Christ must not glorifie themselves, but Christ that sent them.
As christ who was the Father's Messenger, glorified not himself, as the Apostle speaks, but him that sent him, Hebrew 5.5. so they that Are the messengers of christ must not Glorify themselves, but christ that sent them.
p-acp np1 r-crq vbds dt ng1 n1, vvn xx px31, p-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31, np1 crd. av pns32 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi px32, cc-acp np1 cst vvd pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11719
They must act for him, and wooe for him, and win the souls of men to him.
They must act for him, and woo for him, and win the Souls of men to him.
pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31.
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11720
Their work must be to set him up, and to advance him that he may appear:
Their work must be to Set him up, and to advance him that he may appear:
po32 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vmb vvi:
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11721
They must with John the Baptist be contented to decrease, to wither in their reputation and esteem,
They must with John the Baptist be contented to decrease, to wither in their reputation and esteem,
pns32 vmb p-acp np1 dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11722
so Christ may be in the increasing hand.
so christ may be in the increasing hand.
av np1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvg n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11723
They must not endeavour to take such a course in the work of the Ministry, that they may seem witty,
They must not endeavour to take such a course in the work of the Ministry, that they may seem witty,
pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi j,
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11724
and learned and eloquent, that men may admire them, and applaud their abilities, but that they may admire Christ, that the thoughts and affections of men may be carried to him;
and learned and eloquent, that men may admire them, and applaud their abilities, but that they may admire christ, that the thoughts and affections of men may be carried to him;
cc j cc j, cst n2 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi np1, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31;
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11725
They must not preach themselves, but the Lord Jesus Christ as the Apostle did, 2 Cor. 4, 5.
They must not preach themselves, but the Lord jesus christ as the Apostle did, 2 Cor. 4, 5.
pns32 vmb xx vvi px32, cc-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vdd, crd np1 crd, crd
(49) part (DIV2)
1514
Page 410
11726
Is it so, that Apostles, Ministers, &c. Then let the Church be here directed, and advised to prove those that pretend they are the Ministers of Jesus Christ,
Is it so, that Apostles, Ministers, etc. Then let the Church be Here directed, and advised to prove those that pretend they Are the Ministers of jesus christ,
vbz pn31 av, cst n2, n2, av av vvb dt n1 vbb av vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi d cst vvb pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 np1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 410
11727
whether they be sent by Christ or no.
whither they be sent by christ or no.
cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp np1 cc av-dx.
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 410
11728
The Church of Ephesus is much commended for her care and diligence in this regard, Apoc. 2.2.
The Church of Ephesus is much commended for her care and diligence in this regard, Apocalypse 2.2.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 410
11729
I know thy works, (saith Christ there) and thy labour, and thy patience, I know thy works, (Says christ there) and thy labour, and thy patience,
pns11 vvb po21 n2, (vvz np1 a-acp) cc po21 n1, cc po21 n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 410
11730
and how thou canst not bear them which are evil, &c. And thou hast tried them who say they are Apostles,
and how thou Canst not bear them which Are evil, etc. And thou hast tried them who say they Are Apostles,
cc c-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno32 r-crq vbr j-jn, av cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 r-crq vvb pns32 vbr n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 410
11731
and are not, and hast found them lyers. They said they were the Messengers of Christ;and Are not, and hast found them liars. They said they were the Messengers of christ;
cc vbr xx, cc vh2 vvn pno32 n2. pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 411
11732
and that they were sent by Christ (for thats the meaning of the word Apostle) but indeed they were not.
and that they were sent by christ (for thats the meaning of the word Apostle) but indeed they were not.
cc cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 (c-acp d|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1) cc-acp av pns32 vbdr xx.
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 411
11733
The Church did not give them credit till she tried them, and so discovered them to be impostors and deceivers.
The Church did not give them credit till she tried them, and so discovered them to be impostors and deceivers.
dt n1 vdd xx vvi pno32 vvi c-acp pns31 vvd pno32, cc av vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1515
Page 411
11734
And truly there are many such in these times, who say they come from Jesus Christ,
And truly there Are many such in these times, who say they come from jesus christ,
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d d p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1516
Page 411
11735
when indeed he never sent them. They are Messengers of Satan, and not of Christ: and therefore it concerns the Church to prove them well who come with these pretences,
when indeed he never sent them. They Are Messengers of Satan, and not of christ: and Therefore it concerns the Church to prove them well who come with these pretences,
c-crq av pns31 av-x vvd pno32. pns32 vbr n2 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f np1: cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av r-crq vvb p-acp d n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1516
Page 411
11736
and to sift them to the bottome, that they may know not the speech of these men only,
and to sift them to the bottom, that they may know not the speech of these men only,
cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi xx dt n1 pp-f d n2 av-j,
(49) part (DIV2)
1516
Page 411
11737
but the power, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 4 19.
but the power, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 4 19.
cc-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd
(49) part (DIV2)
1516
Page 411
11738
And here you are not only to consider, whether they have obtained the election and ordination of the Church or no;
And Here you Are not only to Consider, whither they have obtained the election and ordination of the Church or no;
cc av pn22 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi, cs pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc av-dx;
(49) part (DIV2)
1517
Page 411
11739
for many reach to this who are never sent by Christ. But there are other things to be observed.
for many reach to this who Are never sent by christ. But there Are other things to be observed.
p-acp d n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp np1. p-acp a-acp vbr j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(49) part (DIV2)
1517
Page 411
11740
I shall lay them down in order.
I shall lay them down in order.
pns11 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1517
Page 411
11741
They that are sent by Jesus Christ, are furnished with competent ability at least for the delivery of their message.
They that Are sent by jesus christ, Are furnished with competent ability At least for the delivery of their message.
pns32 d vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, vbr vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11742
You must not think that Christ will send by the hand of a fool.
You must not think that christ will send by the hand of a fool.
pn22 vmb xx vvi cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11743
No, if there be a Messenger of Christ, he is one of a thousand for gifts and abilities.
No, if there be a Messenger of christ, he is one of a thousand for Gifts and abilities.
uh-dx, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz pi pp-f dt crd p-acp n2 cc n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11744
In the time of the Law when he raised up Prophets, what spirit, what power, what understanding was there in them? And is his hand shortned now, my beloved, in the dayes of the Gospel? He is ascended up on high, on purpose to give gifts unto men,
In the time of the Law when he raised up prophets, what Spirit, what power, what understanding was there in them? And is his hand shortened now, my Beloved, in the days of the Gospel? He is ascended up on high, on purpose to give Gifts unto men,
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp n2, r-crq n1, r-crq n1, r-crq n1 vbds a-acp p-acp pno32? cc vbz po31 n1 vvd av, po11 j-vvn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp j, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11745
for the work of the Ministry, Ephes. 4.12. He makes able Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor. 3.6.for the work of the Ministry, Ephesians 4.12. He makes able Ministers of the New Testament, 2 Cor. 3.6.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz j n2 pp-f dt j n1, crd np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11746
If he make them, they are able; and if they be not able, they are none of his making.
If he make them, they Are able; and if they be not able, they Are none of his making.
cs pns31 vvb pno32, pns32 vbr j; cc cs pns32 vbb xx j, pns32 vbr pix pp-f po31 n-vvg.
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11747
Now this ability consists especially in two things. 1. Ability of knowledge.
Now this ability consists especially in two things. 1. Ability of knowledge.
av d n1 vvz av-j p-acp crd n2. crd n1 pp-f n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1518
Page 411
11748
The Messenger of Christ is to deliver to the people the mind of Christ, the mysteries, the depth, the secrets of the Gospel;
The Messenger of christ is to deliver to the people the mind of christ, the Mysteres, the depth, the secrets of the Gospel;
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2, dt n1, dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11749
Such depths as the Angels desired to pry into, but could not find the bottom of them.
Such depths as the Angels desired to pry into, but could not find the bottom of them.
d n2 p-acp dt n2 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc-acp vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11750
And therefore Jesus Christ endueth them with more then ordinary understanding in these things.
And Therefore jesus christ endueth them with more then ordinary understanding in these things.
cc av np1 np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dc cs j n1 p-acp d n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11751
They may not upon pain of being guilty of the blood, conceal the very Counsel of God;
They may not upon pain of being guilty of the blood, conceal the very Counsel of God;
pns32 vmb xx p-acp n1 pp-f vbg j pp-f dt n1, vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11752
they must be able to evince the truth, and to convince the gainsayers, Tit. 1.9. To cleer the doubts of the erroneous, and satisfie the scruples of the tender conscience.
they must be able to evince the truth, and to convince the gainsayers, Tit. 1.9. To clear the doubts of the erroneous, and satisfy the scruples of the tender conscience.
pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2, np1 crd. p-acp j dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11753
They must be filled with knowledge, their lips must be a store-house of it, and at their mouths it must be sought for by the people, Mal. 2.7. They must be ready upon all occasion, to drop down the balm of Gilead, the sweet and pretious comforts of the Gospel into the sores of those whom God hath wounded:They must be filled with knowledge, their lips must be a storehouse of it, and At their mouths it must be sought for by the people, Malachi 2.7. They must be ready upon all occasion, to drop down the balm of Gilead, the sweet and precious comforts of the Gospel into the sores of those whom God hath wounded:
pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, po32 n2 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp po32 n2 pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq np1 vhz vvn:
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11754
To speak even to the hearts of Gods people, to utter a word in due season, to which alone is required the tongue of the Learned, Isa 50.4. To preach Christ, and to deliver his errand with all wisdom, Col. 1.28.
To speak even to the hearts of God's people, to utter a word in due season, to which alone is required the tongue of the Learned, Isaiah 50.4. To preach christ, and to deliver his errand with all Wisdom, Col. 1.28.
pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq j vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11755
And therefore whomsoever Christ sends, he fitteth them accordingly in some measure.
And Therefore whomsoever christ sends, he fits them accordingly in Some measure.
cc av ro-crq np1 vvz, pns31 vvz pno32 av-vvg p-acp d n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11756
He gives them that which the Apostles calls understanding in the mysterie of Christ, Ephes. 3.4. and makes them Scribes taught to the Kingdom of Heaven. 2. Ability of utterance.
He gives them that which the Apostles calls understanding in the mystery of christ, Ephesians 3.4. and makes them Scribes taught to the Kingdom of Heaven. 2. Ability of utterance.
pns31 vvz pno32 d r-crq dt n2 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. cc vvz pno32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd n1 pp-f n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1519
Page 411
11757
Behold I give you wisdom, and a mouth, said Christ to his Apostles, Luke 21.15.Behold I give you Wisdom, and a Mouth, said christ to his Apostles, Lycia 21.15.
vvb pns11 vvb pn22 n1, cc dt n1, vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, av crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 411
11758
So when he sendeth forth his Messengers, he doth not only give them wisdom and understanding in the message that he sends them in,
So when he sends forth his Messengers, he does not only give them Wisdom and understanding in the message that he sends them in,
av c-crq pns31 vvz av po31 n2, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp,
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11759
but he gives them a mouth too, to utter and communicate that wisdom to the people.
but he gives them a Mouth too, to utter and communicate that Wisdom to the people.
cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 av, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11760
Or else what doth their wisdom and their knowledge serve for, as Messengers or Ministers,
Or Else what does their Wisdom and their knowledge serve for, as Messengers or Ministers,
cc av q-crq vdz po32 n1 cc po32 n1 vvi p-acp, c-acp n2 cc n2,
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11761
unless they have a mouth to bring it forth and to declare it to the people? I do not say that all the messengers of Christ must have voluble tongues and fluent expressions.
unless they have a Mouth to bring it forth and to declare it to the people? I do not say that all the messengers of christ must have voluble tongues and fluent expressions.
cs pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1? pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vhi j n2 cc j n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11762
There was among the Prophets a stammering Moses, as well as a smooth and eloquent Aaron: A pla•• blunt Amos for the Countrey,
There was among the prophets a stammering Moses, as well as a smooth and eloquent Aaron: A pla•• blunt Amos for the Country,
pc-acp vbds p-acp dt n2 dt n-vvg np1, c-acp av c-acp dt j cc j np1: dt n1 j np1 p-acp dt n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11763
as well as a Rhetorical Isaiah for the Court: among Gospel Ministers there was a chief speaker, Acts 14.12.
as well as a Rhetorical Isaiah for the Court: among Gospel Ministers there was a chief speaker, Acts 14.12.
c-acp av c-acp dt j np1 p-acp dt n1: p-acp n1 n2 a-acp vbds dt j-jn n1, n2 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11764
But yet however all that are sent by Jesus Christ, have in a measure that which the Apostle calls a door of utterance, Col. 4.3. a faculty to speak to edification.
But yet however all that Are sent by jesus christ, have in a measure that which the Apostle calls a door of utterance, Col. 4.3. a faculty to speak to edification.
p-acp av c-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, vhb p-acp dt n1 cst r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11765
The Priest of Old must have knowledge in his lips as well as in his head, as Mal. 2.7.
The Priest of Old must have knowledge in his lips as well as in his head, as Malachi 2.7.
dt n1 pp-f j vmb vhi n1 p-acp po31 n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp po31 n1, c-acp np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11766
And the reason is annexed, because he is the Messenger of the Lord of Hosts.
And the reason is annexed, Because he is the Messenger of the Lord of Hosts.
cc dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11767
And you know a Messenger or an Embassador must not be dumb, but able in some handsome terms to utter and express the errant of his Master.
And you know a Messenger or an Ambassador must not be dumb, but able in Some handsome terms to utter and express the errant of his Master.
cc pn22 vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 vmb xx vbi j, cc-acp j p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11786
The same may be applied to the false Messengers of Christ, by their fruits you shall know them.
The same may be applied to the false Messengers of christ, by their fruits you shall know them.
dt d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp po32 n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11768
And this is intended, when the Apostle speaking of a Minister, saith, he must be apt to teach, 1 Tim. 3.2. They that are sent by Jesus Christ, as they are furnished with ability, both of knowledge and of utterance:
And this is intended, when the Apostle speaking of a Minister, Says, he must be apt to teach, 1 Tim. 3.2. They that Are sent by jesus christ, as they Are furnished with ability, both of knowledge and of utterance:
cc d vbz vvn, c-crq dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1, vvz, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd. pns32 d vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, d pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1520
Page 412
11769
so they are qualified with propensity.
so they Are qualified with propensity.
av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1521
Page 412
11770
And this is that which the Apostle calls a ready mind to feed the flock, 1 Pet. 5.2. and a good will to deal to the people the Gospel of Christ, 1 Thes. 2.8.
And this is that which the Apostle calls a ready mind to feed the flock, 1 Pet. 5.2. and a good will to deal to the people the Gospel of christ, 1 Thebes 2.8.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvn np1 crd. cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1521
Page 412
11771
Suppose he have ablility, yet if he have no mind to use it for the benefit and profit of the Church of Christ, no zeal to stir up the gift that is in him,
Suppose he have ablility, yet if he have no mind to use it for the benefit and profit of the Church of christ, no zeal to stir up the gift that is in him,
vvb pns31 vhb n1, av cs pns31 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31,
(49) part (DIV2)
1521
Page 412
11772
but is remiss and idle, and prefers his ease and pleasure before the bringing in of souls to Christ, it is a shrewd presumption that Jesus Christ did never send him.
but is remiss and idle, and prefers his ease and pleasure before the bringing in of Souls to christ, it is a shrewd presumption that jesus christ did never send him.
cc-acp vbz j cc j, cc vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f n2 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst np1 np1 vdd av-x vvi pno31.
(49) part (DIV2)
1521
Page 412
11773
But if he can be well content to spend himself and to be spent for the salvation of the peoples souls;
But if he can be well content to spend himself and to be spent for the salvation of the peoples Souls;
cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi px31 cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2;
(49) part (DIV2)
1522
Page 412
11774
if as John Baptist, he be a burning and a shining light, wasting himself and burning out, that he may give the people light:
if as John Baptist, he be a burning and a shining Light, wasting himself and burning out, that he may give the people Light:
cs p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vbb dt j-vvg cc dt j-vvg n1, vvg px31 cc vvg av, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 n1:
(49) part (DIV2)
1522
Page 412
11775
If he account it (as his Master did) his meat and drink to do the will of him that sent him, John 8.34. so that he is not in his Element unless he be about his Ministerial work;
If he account it (as his Master did) his meat and drink to do the will of him that sent him, John 8.34. so that he is not in his Element unless he be about his Ministerial work;
cs pns31 n1 pn31 (c-acp po31 n1 vdd) po31 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31, np1 crd. av cst pns31 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1 cs pns31 vbb p-acp po31 j n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1522
Page 412
11776
If he resolve with the Apostle, this will I do if God permit, and think no peril nor no pains too great that he may finish his course with joy,
If he resolve with the Apostle, this will I do if God permit, and think no peril nor no pains too great that he may finish his course with joy,
cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1, d vmb pns11 vdi cs np1 vvb, cc vvb dx n1 ccx dx n2 av j cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1522
Page 412
11777
and the Ministry which he hath received, it is very probable that such a one is of Christs own sending.and the Ministry which he hath received, it is very probable that such a one is of Christ own sending.
cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vbz av j cst d dt pi vbz pp-f npg1 vvi vvg.
(49) part (DIV2)
1522
Page 412
11778
They that are sent by Jesus Christ are qualified with sincerity.
They that Are sent by jesus christ Are qualified with sincerity.
pns32 d vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1 vbr vvn p-acp n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 412
11779
I do not mean sincerity as Christians, but as Messengers of Christ, in the delivery of their message without addition or substraction, In doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, sound speech that cannot be condemned, Tit. 2.7.
I do not mean sincerity as Christians, but as Messengers of christ, in the delivery of their message without addition or substraction, In Doctrine showing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, found speech that cannot be condemned, Tit. 2.7.
pns11 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp c-acp n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 vvg n1, n1, n1, j n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn, np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 412
11780
And this is that which Paul himself professes he had done, 2 Cor. 2.17. We, saith he, are not as many that corrupt the word of God;
And this is that which Paul himself Professes he had done, 2 Cor. 2.17. We, Says he, Are not as many that corrupt the word of God;
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 px31 vvz pns31 vhd vdn, crd np1 crd. pns12, vvz pns31, vbr xx p-acp d cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 412
11781
but as of sincerity, and in the sight of God, speak we in Christ. The Steward and the Messenger of Christ, as he is wise, so he is faithfull;but as of sincerity, and in the sighed of God, speak we in christ. The Steward and the Messenger of christ, as he is wise, so he is faithful;
cc-acp c-acp pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pns12 p-acp np1. dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vbz j, av pns31 vbz j;
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 412
11782
a faithfull and a wise steward.
a faithful and a wise steward.
dt j cc dt j n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 412
11783
He doth not for his own ends adulterate the Message of his Master, or coin a Message from him, which he never sent him in.
He does not for his own ends adulterate the Message of his Master, or coin a Message from him, which he never sent him in.
pns31 vdz xx p-acp po31 d n2 j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq pns31 av-x vvd pno31 p-acp.
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 412
11784
And hereby you shall know him from another, that was never sent by Christ. As Christ speaks of false Prophets, by their fruits you shall know them, Mat. 17.16. that is, by their fruits as Prophets, not as men;
And hereby you shall know him from Another, that was never sent by christ. As christ speaks of false prophets, by their fruits you shall know them, Mathew 17.16. that is, by their fruits as prophets, not as men;
cc av pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn, cst vbds av vvd p-acp np1. p-acp np1 vvz pp-f j n2, p-acp po32 n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32, np1 crd. cst vbz, p-acp po32 n2 c-acp n2, xx p-acp n2;
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11787
If the doctrine which they teach, and the message which they bring, be not the same which they have received from Christ;
If the Doctrine which they teach, and the message which they bring, be not the same which they have received from christ;
cs dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, cc dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, vbb xx dt d r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp np1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11788
if they speak not the words of Christ, but fancies and devices of their own;
if they speak not the words of christ, but fancies and devices of their own;
cs pns32 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d;
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11789
if they deliver that which is against Christ, against the Word and Spirit and Ordinances of the Lord Christ;
if they deliver that which is against christ, against the Word and Spirit and Ordinances of the Lord christ;
cs pns32 vvb cst r-crq vbz p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 np1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11790
which tends to looseness and licentiousness (as many do in these times) believe it they are none of Christs sending.
which tends to looseness and licentiousness (as many do in these times) believe it they Are none of Christ sending.
r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 (c-acp d vdb p-acp d n2) vvb pn31 pns32 vbr pix pp-f npg1 vvg.
(49) part (DIV2)
1523
Page 413
11791
Is it so that Apostles and Ministers, &c. then certainly they ought to be received by you,
Is it so that Apostles and Ministers, etc. then Certainly they ought to be received by you,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 cc n2, av av av-j pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22,
(49) part (DIV2)
1524
Page 413
11792
and so received, as those that come from such a one as Christ is.
and so received, as those that come from such a one as christ is.
cc av vvn, c-acp d cst vvb p-acp d dt pi p-acp np1 vbz.
(49) part (DIV2)
1524
Page 413
11793
As Christ should be well entertained because the Father hath sent him, so the Ministers of Christ should be well entertained because he hath sent them.
As christ should be well entertained Because the Father hath sent him, so the Ministers of christ should be well entertained Because he hath sent them.
p-acp np1 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, av dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av vvn c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1524
Page 413
11794
Oh how welcome should we bid them who come from such a dear pretious friend as Christ is? How beautifull and lovely should their very feet, their uncomliest parts be? What are you come from Jesus Christ indeed? hath he sent you? are you come from our Master, our Husband, our Head? You are very welcome to us.
O how welcome should we bid them who come from such a dear precious friend as christ is? How beautiful and lovely should their very feet, their uncomliest parts be? What Are you come from jesus christ indeed? hath he sent you? Are you come from our Master, our Husband, our Head? You Are very welcome to us.
uh q-crq j-jn vmb pns12 vvi pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp d dt j-jn j n1 p-acp np1 vbz? q-crq j cc j vmd po32 j n2, po32 js n2 vbb? q-crq vbr pn22 vvn p-acp np1 np1 av? vhz pns31 vvn pn22? vbr pn22 vvn p-acp po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1? pn22 vbr av j-jn p-acp pno12.
(49) part (DIV2)
1524
Page 413
11795
And here to be a little more distinct, the welcome entertainment we should give them, consists especially in two things, to name no more at this time.
And Here to be a little more distinct, the welcome entertainment we should give them, consists especially in two things, to name no more At this time.
cc av pc-acp vbi dt j av-dc j, dt j-jn n1 pns12 vmd vvi pno32, vvz av-j p-acp crd n2, pc-acp vvi dx dc p-acp d n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1525
Page 413
11796
1. You must give them honour, as those that come from Jesus Christ; Yea double honour, the honour of reverence, and the honour of maintenance.
1. You must give them honour, as those that come from jesus christ; Yea double honour, the honour of Reverence, and the honour of maintenance.
crd pn22 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, c-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1; uh j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1526
Page 413
11797
The Messengers and the Embassadors of Jesus Christ, must be received and entertained with all respects by you;
The Messengers and the ambassadors of jesus christ, must be received and entertained with all respects by you;
dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp pn22;
(49) part (DIV2)
1526
Page 413
11798
Or if they be not, he esteemeth their dishonour as his own. He that despiseth you, despiseth me, saith Christ.
Or if they be not, he esteems their dishonour as his own. He that despises you, despises me, Says christ.
cc cs pns32 vbb xx, pns31 vvz po32 n1 p-acp po31 d. pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz pno11, vvz np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1526
Page 413
11799
And verily, if this be true, he was never more despised then in these dayes.
And verily, if this be true, he was never more despised then in these days.
cc av-j, cs d vbb j, pns31 vbds av-x av-dc vvn av p-acp d n2.
(49) part (DIV2)
1526
Page 413
11800
Oh my beloved, what floods of ignominy and contempt and scorn are poured out upon the Messengers of Jesus Christ, those that are most faithfull to him? so that abundance of them are hardly able to bear up against the venome that men spit upon them.
O my Beloved, what floods of ignominy and contempt and scorn Are poured out upon the Messengers of jesus christ, those that Are most faithful to him? so that abundance of them Are hardly able to bear up against the venom that men spit upon them.
uh po11 j-vvn, r-crq n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, d cst vbr av-ds j p-acp pno31? av d n1 pp-f pno32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst n2 vvb p-acp pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1526
Page 413
11801
2. You must give them audience as those that come from Jesus Christ, considering that the message they deliver is Jesus Christs and not their own:
2. You must give them audience as those that come from jesus christ, considering that the message they deliver is jesus Christ and not their own:
crd pn22 vmb vvi pno32 n1 c-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, vvg cst dt n1 pns32 vvb vbz np1 npg1 cc xx po32 d:
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11802
and therefore when at any time you are advised by them to come in and stoop to Christ, Oh think that Christ himself doth counsell you and call upon you.
and Therefore when At any time you Are advised by them to come in and stoop to christ, O think that christ himself does counsel you and call upon you.
cc av c-crq p-acp d n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi p-acp np1, uh vvb cst np1 px31 vdz vvi pn22 cc vvb p-acp pn22.
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11803
And when they offer peace and mercy and atonement, and beseech you to accept it;
And when they offer peace and mercy and atonement, and beseech you to accept it;
cc c-crq pns32 vvb n1 cc n1 cc n1, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31;
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11804
Oh think that Christ himself beseecheth and entreats you by them, and therefore do not baffle him and slight him,
O think that christ himself Beseecheth and entreats you by them, and Therefore do not baffle him and slight him,
uh vvb cst np1 px31 vvz cc vvz pn22 p-acp pno32, cc av vdb xx vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31,
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11805
and put him off with a denial; for if you do, it is a most unsufferable provocation.
and put him off with a denial; for if you do, it is a most unsufferable provocation.
cc vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1; c-acp cs pn22 vdb, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11806
O think as often as you hear them speaking to you, that you are hearing Christ himself from heaven,
O think as often as you hear them speaking to you, that you Are hearing christ himself from heaven,
sy vvb a-acp av c-acp pn22 vvb pno32 vvg p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vbr n1 np1 px31 p-acp n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11807
and then consider how you dare to slight them.
and then Consider how you Dare to slight them.
cc av vvb c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32.
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11808
For you despise not men but Christ, as the Apostle speaks in this case, 1 Thes. 4.8.For you despise not men but christ, as the Apostle speaks in this case, 1 Thebes 4.8.
p-acp pn22 vvb xx n2 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd.
(49) part (DIV2)
1527
Page 413
11809
Is it so that the Apostles, Ministers, &c. this then should teach you in the last place to bear with all their earnestness and plainess,
Is it so that the Apostles, Ministers, etc. this then should teach you in the last place to bear with all their earnestness and plainness,
vbz pn31 av cst dt n2, n2, av d av vmd vvi pn22 p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1,
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 413
11810
and not to stomack them and storm against them when they are free or sharp with you;
and not to stomach them and storm against them when they Are free or sharp with you;
cc xx p-acp n1 pno32 cc n1 p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp pn22;
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11811
Considering that they are but servants and cannot but deliver the message of their Master;
Considering that they Are but Servants and cannot but deliver the message of their Master;
vvg cst pns32 vbr p-acp n2 cc vmbx cc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1;
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11812
its that to which their place and calling, and the trust which Christ hath put into their hands doth bind them:
its that to which their place and calling, and the trust which christ hath put into their hands does bind them:
pn31|vbz d p-acp r-crq po32 n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2 vdz vvi pno32:
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11813
which trust they must discharge and not betray, be the hazard what it will;
which trust they must discharge and not betray, be the hazard what it will;
r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vvi cc xx vvi, vbb dt n1 r-crq pn31 vmb;
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11814
and therefore be prevailed withall to take all in good part, and not to think them injurious to you,
and Therefore be prevailed withal to take all in good part, and not to think them injurious to you,
cc av vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi d p-acp j n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp pn22,
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11815
because they dare not to be unfaithfull to Christ.
Because they Dare not to be unfaithful to christ.
c-acp pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1.
(49) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11816
JOHN 17.18. Even so have I also sent them into the world.JOHN 17.18. Even so have I also sent them into the world.
np1 crd. av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1528
Page 414
11817
DOCTRINE 2. Christ doth not send his Ministers particularly or restrictively to any Countrey, or to any Nation,DOCTRINE 2. christ does not send his Ministers particularly or restrictively to any Country, or to any nation,
n1 crd np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 av-j cc av-j p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1529
Page 414
11818
but their Commission leaves them free to all the world. YOU see, he doth not tell his Father, I have sent them into Jewry only,
but their Commission leaves them free to all the world. YOU see, he does not tell his Father, I have sent them into Jewry only,
cc-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32 j p-acp d dt n1. pn22 vvb, pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp np1 av-j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1529
Page 414
11819
or into any other Region of the earth, but I have sent them into the world;
or into any other Region of the earth, but I have sent them into the world;
cc p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1530
Page 414
11820
That is the local object of their Mission, the world at large without restraint or limitation, all the world.
That is the local Object of their Mission, the world At large without restraint or limitation, all the world.
cst vbz dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, dt n1 p-acp j p-acp n1 cc n1, d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1530
Page 414
11821
Indeed our Saviour once professed of himself, I am not sent but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, Mat. 15.24.
Indeed our Saviour once professed of himself, I am not sent but to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, Mathew 15.24.
av po12 n1 a-acp vvn pp-f px31, pns11 vbm xx vvn cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1531
Page 414
11822
And so accordingly when first he sent forth his Apostles, his express injunction was, Go not into the way of the Gentiles,
And so accordingly when First he sent forth his Apostles, his express injunction was, Go not into the Way of the Gentiles,
cc av av-vvg c-crq ord pns31 vvd av po31 n2, po31 j n1 vbds, vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1531
Page 414
11823
but go ye rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, Mat. 10.5. At his ascention he appointed them to be his witnesses, first in Judaa and Jerusalem, Acts 1.8. This course and method the Apostles very carefully observed, as you may see, Acts 13 46. It was necessary (say Paul and Barnabas unto the Jews) that the word of God (the Gospel) should first of all be preached unto you. but go you rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel, Mathew 10.5. At his Ascension he appointed them to be his Witnesses, First in Judaa and Jerusalem, Acts 1.8. This course and method the Apostles very carefully observed, as you may see, Acts 13 46. It was necessary (say Paul and Barnabas unto the jews) that the word of God (the Gospel) should First of all be preached unto you.
cc-acp vvb pn22 av-c p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, ord p-acp uh cc np1, n2 crd. d n1 cc n1 dt n2 av av-j vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n2 crd crd pn31 vbds j (vvb np1 cc np1 p-acp dt np2) d dt n1 pp-f np1 (dt n1) vmd ord pp-f d vbb vvn p-acp pn22.
(50) part (DIV2)
1531
Page 414
11824
But if you mark it well, my brethren, the final and the last Commission of our Saviour was, Go ye into all the world,
But if you mark it well, my brothers, the final and the last Commission of our Saviour was, Go you into all the world,
cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, po11 n2, dt j cc dt ord n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds, vvb pn22 p-acp d dt n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1531
Page 414
11825
and preach the Gospel to every creature, Mark 16.15. Go ye and teach all Nations, Mat. 28.19.and preach the Gospel to every creature, Mark 16.15. Go you and teach all nations, Mathew 28.19.
cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb crd. vvb pn22 cc vvb d n2, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1531
Page 414
11826
But you will say that this was a Commission proper to Apostles, and doth not any whit concern succeeding ordinary Ministers,
But you will say that this was a Commission proper to Apostles, and does not any whit concern succeeding ordinary Ministers,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi cst d vbds dt n1 j p-acp n2, cc vdz xx d n1 vvb vvg j n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1532
Page 414
11827
and Pastors in the Church, who are restrained to special places, and fixed in special Congregations.
and Pastors in the Church, who Are restrained to special places, and fixed in special Congregations.
cc ng1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvn p-acp j n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1532
Page 414
11828
I grant indeed that many ordinary Ministers are restrained and fixed so;
I grant indeed that many ordinary Ministers Are restrained and fixed so;
pns11 vvb av cst d j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av;
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11829
but all are not so restrained, neither are any so restrained, but that they may in case remove to other places and to other Countreyes.
but all Are not so restrained, neither Are any so restrained, but that they may in case remove to other places and to other Countries.
cc-acp d vbr xx av vvn, av-dx vbr d av vvn, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi p-acp j-jn n2 cc p-acp j-jn n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11830
And in that any are restrained and fixed, it is not meerly as they are Ministers of Christ,
And in that any Are restrained and fixed, it is not merely as they Are Ministers of christ,
cc p-acp cst d vbr vvn cc vvn, pn31 vbz xx av-j c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f np1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11831
but as they are the chosen Officers and Pastors of such a Congregation or of such a people.
but as they Are the chosen Officers and Pastors of such a Congregation or of such a people.
cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr dt j-vvn n2 cc ng1 pp-f d dt n1 cc pp-f d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11832
Their Commission as from Christ, doth not fix them anywhere, but leaves them free as I have said, to exercise their Ministry wheresoever they are called in all the world.
Their Commission as from christ, does not fix them anywhere, but leaves them free as I have said, to exercise their Ministry wheresoever they Are called in all the world.
po32 n1 c-acp p-acp np1, vdz xx vvi pno32 av, cc-acp vvz pno32 j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11833
Indeed the Apostle tells us that God hath set some in the Church, some Ministers of all sorts,
Indeed the Apostle tells us that God hath Set Some in the Church, Some Ministers of all sorts,
np1 dt n1 vvz pno12 d np1 vhz vvn d p-acp dt n1, d n2 pp-f d n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11834
as you may see, 1 Cor. 12.28. He hath placed and fixed them there.
as you may see, 1 Cor. 12.28. He hath placed and fixed them there.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd pno32 a-acp.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 414
11835
But that is out of all dispute the universal Church which is not limited to any Countrey,
But that is out of all dispute the universal Church which is not limited to any Country,
p-acp d vbz av pp-f d n1 dt j n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11836
but is to be extended over all the world.
but is to be extended over all the world.
cc-acp vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11837
For if you mark it, the Apostle saith not, God hath set some in the Churches, in the plural number,
For if you mark it, the Apostle Says not, God hath Set Some in the Churches, in the plural number,
p-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31, dt n1 vvz xx, np1 vhz vvn d p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt j n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11838
but NONLATINALPHABET in the Church, and that in such a latitude as that it comprehendeth in it all gifts, all members, all officers of all sorts, which cannot be intended of the Church of Corinth, or any single Congregation,
but in the Church, and that in such a latitude as that it comprehendeth in it all Gifts, all members, all Officers of all sorts, which cannot be intended of the Church of Corinth, or any single Congregation,
cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc cst p-acp d dt n1 p-acp cst pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 d n2, d n2, d n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d j n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11839
but only of the universal Church of Christ on earth. There Christ hath set his Ministers, not his Apostles only, but his ordinary teachers;
but only of the universal Church of christ on earth. There christ hath Set his Ministers, not his Apostles only, but his ordinary Teachers;
cc-acp av-j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. a-acp np1 vhz vvn po31 n2, xx po31 n2 av-j, cc-acp po31 j n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11840
and if they be confined to narrower limits, it is not properly by his Commission, but by a call from men, or by some other secundary means.
and if they be confined to narrower Limits, it is not properly by his Commission, but by a call from men, or by Some other secondary means.
cc cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp jc n2, pn31 vbz xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, cc p-acp d j-jn j n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11841
And as for that Commission mentioned even now, Go ye and teach all Nations, though it were given immediately to the Apostles, it cannot be restrained to the Apostles, being evidently meant, in and with them, of all the Ministers and Preaches of the Gospel that should succeed them in the Church to the end of the world.
And as for that Commission mentioned even now, Go you and teach all nations, though it were given immediately to the Apostles, it cannot be restrained to the Apostles, being evidently meant, in and with them, of all the Ministers and Preaches of the Gospel that should succeed them in the Church to the end of the world.
cc c-acp p-acp d n1 vvd av av, vvb pn22 cc vvb d n2, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn av-j p-acp dt n2, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, vbg av-j vvn, p-acp cc p-acp pno32, pp-f d dt n2 cc vvz pp-f dt n1 cst vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11842
And therefore it is added presently in the next verse. Lo, I am with you alwayes to the end of the world.
And Therefore it is added presently in the next verse. Lo, I am with you always to the end of the world.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt ord n1. uh, pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11843
They were not to continue for their own parts, by many hundred years so long,
They were not to continue for their own parts, by many hundred Years so long,
pns32 vbdr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp d crd n2 av av-j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11844
and therefore it must also stretch to those who were to follow them in the office and work of Gospel-preaching, till it be published universally to all Nations:
and Therefore it must also stretch to those who were to follow them in the office and work of Gospel preaching, till it be published universally to all nations:
cc av pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp d r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn av-j p-acp d n2:
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11845
which was not done you know by the Apostles;
which was not done you know by the Apostles;
r-crq vbds xx vdn pn22 vvi p-acp dt n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11846
it was but begun by them, and must be carried on till it be finished by other Ministers of Christ in ever age successively to the end of the world;
it was but begun by them, and must be carried on till it be finished by other Ministers of christ in ever age successively to the end of the world;
pn31 vbds p-acp vvn p-acp pno32, cc vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f np1 p-acp av n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11847
So that the point is clear you see;
So that the point is clear you see;
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb;
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11848
Christ doth not send his Ministers particularly or restrictively to any Countrey or to any Nation,
christ does not send his Ministers particularly or restrictively to any Country or to any nation,
np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 av-j cc av-j p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11849
but their Commission leaves them free to all the world.
but their Commission leaves them free to all the world.
cc-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32 j p-acp d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1533
Page 415
11850
And there are two great reasons of the Point, viz. because his Kingdom is to be erected,
And there Are two great Reasons of the Point, viz. Because his Kingdom is to be erected,
cc pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 c-acp po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn,
(50) part (DIV2)
1534
Page 415
11851
and his Church is to be planted over all the world in every Countrey and in every Nation, under heaven.
and his Church is to be planted over all the world in every Country and in every nation, under heaven.
cc po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1, p-acp n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1534
Page 415
11852
And therefore Jesus Christ doth send his Ministers to all the world, for this purpose, for the erecting of the one, and the planting of the other.
And Therefore jesus christ does send his Ministers to all the world, for this purpose, for the erecting of the one, and the planting of the other.
cc av np1 np1 vdz vvi po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt crd, cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1534
Page 415
11853
1. His Kingdom is to be erected over all the world.
1. His Kingdom is to be erected over all the world.
crd po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11854
It is not bounded or confined to any Countrey, or to any Nation, but it is to stretch and to extend it self to all places, and to all people.
It is not bounded or confined to any Country, or to any nation, but it is to stretch and to extend it self to all places, and to all people.
pn31 vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11855
And hence the Kingdom of the Lord Christ is likened to a stone that swells into a Mountain,
And hence the Kingdom of the Lord christ is likened to a stone that Swells into a Mountain,
cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11856
and in the end replenishes the world, as Dan. 2.35. The stone that smote the Image, became a great Mountain, and filled the whole earth.
and in the end replenishes the world, as Dan. 2.35. The stone that smote the Image, became a great Mountain, and filled the Whole earth.
cc p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, c-acp np1 crd. dt n1 cst vvd dt n1, vvd dt j n1, cc vvd dt j-jn n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11857
A very fit resemblance of our Saviours Kingdom.
A very fit resemblance of our Saviors Kingdom.
dt j j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11858
First it is a little stone, it lyes within a little compass, it is confined within very narrow limits;
First it is a little stone, it lies within a little compass, it is confined within very narrow Limits;
ord pn31 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp av j n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11859
but yet at length it grows into a Mountain, yea a great Mountain, it stretches and extends out it self exceedingly,
but yet At length it grows into a Mountain, yea a great Mountain, it stretches and extends out it self exceedingly,
cc-acp av p-acp n1 pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, uh dt j n1, pn31 vvz cc vvz av pn31 n1 av-vvg,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11860
and in the end replenishes the whole earth.
and in the end replenishes the Whole earth.
cc p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11861
The beginnings are but small, a little stone, a man may put it in his pocket,
The beginnings Are but small, a little stone, a man may put it in his pocket,
dt n2 vbr p-acp j, dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11862
but the stone becomes a Mountain, and the Mountain fills the world.
but the stone becomes a Mountain, and the Mountain fills the world.
cc-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11863
And this is that which the same Daniel in his vision did foresee, as if it had been done already, Dan. 7.14. And there was given him, saith he, dominion, and glory and a Kingdom, (speaking of the Lord Christ) And what Kingdom shall he have? See in the following words;
And this is that which the same daniel in his vision did foresee, as if it had been done already, Dan. 7.14. And there was given him, Says he, dominion, and glory and a Kingdom, (speaking of the Lord christ) And what Kingdom shall he have? See in the following words;
cc d vbz d r-crq dt d np1 p-acp po31 n1 vdd vvi, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn vdn av, np1 crd. cc pc-acp vbds vvn pno31, vvz pns31, n1, cc n1 cc dt n1, (vvg pp-f dt n1 np1) cc q-crq n1 vmb pns31 vhi? n1 p-acp dt vvg n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11864
he shall have such a Kingdom, that all the people, Languages, and Nations in the world shall serve him.
he shall have such a Kingdom, that all the people, Languages, and nations in the world shall serve him.
pns31 vmb vhi d dt n1, cst d dt n1, n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 415
11865
There is a Prophecy to this purpose, Psal. 22.27, 28. All the ends of the world shall turn to the Lord,
There is a Prophecy to this purpose, Psalm 22.27, 28. All the ends of the world shall turn to the Lord,
pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11866
and all the kinreds of the Nations shall worship before him;
and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before him;
cc d dt ng1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno31;
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11867
For the Kingdom is the Lords, and he is the Governour among all Nations, with which accordeth that, Psal. 72.8. He shall have Dominion from Sea to Sea, and from the River unto the ends of the Earth: and yet again, Psal. 86.9.For the Kingdom is the lords, and he is the Governor among all nations, with which accords that, Psalm 72.8. He shall have Dominion from Sea to Sea, and from the River unto the ends of the Earth: and yet again, Psalm 86.9.
c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n2, cc pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq vvz d, np1 crd. pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: cc av av, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11868
All Nations whom thou hast made (and you know there is no Nation which he hath not made) shall come and worship before thee, O Lord, and shall glorifie thy Name: All nations whom thou hast made (and you know there is no nation which he hath not made) shall come and worship before thee, Oh Lord, and shall Glorify thy Name:
d n2 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn (cc pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn) vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21, uh n1, cc vmb vvi po21 n1:
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11869
This is the meaning of that famous Proclamation of our King himself, Mal. 1.11.
This is the meaning of that famous Proclamation of our King himself, Malachi 1.11.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 pp-f po12 n1 px31, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11870
From the rising of the Sun unto the going down of the same, my Name shall be great among the Gentiles, From the rising of the Sun unto the going down of the same, my Name shall be great among the Gentiles,
p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt d, po11 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2-j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11871
and in every place incense shall be offered to me, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the Heathen, saith the Lord of Hosts: and in every place incense shall be offered to me, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the Heathen, Says the Lord of Hosts:
cc p-acp d n1 vvi vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno11, cc dt j n1; p-acp po11 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j-jn, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2:
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11872
And when all these predictions shall be brought to execution, then shall that which was represented in a Vision unto John be really accomplished, Apoc. 7.9.
And when all these predictions shall be brought to execution, then shall that which was represented in a Vision unto John be really accomplished, Apocalypse 7.9.
cc c-crq d d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, av vmb d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 vbi av-j vvn, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11873
I beheld, saith he, and loe a great multitude, which no man could number, of all Nations and kinreds, I beheld, Says he, and lo a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations and kindreds,
pns11 vvd, vvz pns31, cc uh dt j n1, r-crq dx n1 vmd vvi, pp-f d n2 cc ng1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11874
and people, and tongues, stood before the Throne, and before the Lamb, cloathed with white Robes, and Palms in their hands: and people, and tongues, stood before the Throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white Robes, and Palms in their hands:
cc n1, cc n2, vvd p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2:
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11875
and then shall that triumphant voyce take place, Apoc. 11.15.
and then shall that triumphant voice take place, Apocalypse 11.15.
cc av vmb d j n1 vvb n1, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11876
The Kingdoms of the world are become the Kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ, The Kingdoms of the world Are become the Kingdoms of our Lord, and of his christ,
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc pp-f po31 np1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11877
and he shall reign for ever and ever. and he shall Reign for ever and ever.
cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av cc av.
(50) part (DIV2)
1535
Page 416
11878
Now how shall this be brought to pass, my Brethren, but by the preaching of the Gospel over all the world, which by our Saviour Christ himself is called the Gospel of the Kingdom? Mat. 24.14. because his Kingdom is erected by it;
Now how shall this be brought to pass, my Brothers, but by the preaching of the Gospel over all the world, which by our Saviour christ himself is called the Gospel of the Kingdom? Mathew 24.14. Because his Kingdom is erected by it;
av c-crq vmb d vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, po11 n2, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, r-crq p-acp po12 n1 np1 px31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 crd. c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31;
(50) part (DIV2)
1536
Page 416
11879
and that is the first reason, why Christ sends forth his Ministers to preach the Gospel over all the world, that so his Kingdom may be erected by it over all the world.
and that is the First reason, why christ sends forth his Ministers to preach the Gospel over all the world, that so his Kingdom may be erected by it over all the world.
cc d vbz dt ord n1, c-crq np1 vvz av po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, cst av po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1536
Page 416
11880
This Gospel of the Kingdom (saith our Saviour in the fore-alledged place) that is, this Gospel by which my Kingdom is set up,This Gospel of the Kingdom (Says our Saviour in the fore-alleged place) that is, this Gospel by which my Kingdom is Set up,
d n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1) cst vbz, d n1 p-acp r-crq po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp,
(50) part (DIV2)
1536
Page 416
11881
and propagated and enlarged, shall be preached in all the world, to all Nations, and then shall the end come:
and propagated and enlarged, shall be preached in all the world, to all nations, and then shall the end come:
cc vvn cc vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n2, cc av vmb dt n1 vvb:
(50) part (DIV2)
1536
Page 416
11882
When this is done, this Gospel preached, and this Kingdom thereby propagated unto all the world, then (saith our Saviour) and not till then shall the end come.
When this is done, this Gospel preached, and this Kingdom thereby propagated unto all the world, then (Says our Saviour) and not till then shall the end come.
c-crq d vbz vdn, d n1 vvd, cc d n1 av vvn p-acp d dt n1, av (vvz po12 n1) cc xx c-acp av vmb dt n1 vvb.
(50) part (DIV2)
1536
Page 416
11883
2. And as the Kingdom of our Saviour is to be erected, so Churches (in the second place) are to be planted over all the world:
2. And as the Kingdom of our Saviour is to be erected, so Churches (in the second place) Are to be planted over all the world:
crd cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, av n2 (p-acp dt ord n1) vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1:
(50) part (DIV2)
1537
Page 416
11884
And that is another reason why Christ sends forth his Ministers to preach the Gospel over all the world;
And that is Another reason why christ sends forth his Ministers to preach the Gospel over all the world;
cc cst vbz j-jn n1 c-crq np1 vvz av po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1537
Page 416
11885
for Gospel preaching serves as to erect the one, so to collect and plant the other.
for Gospel preaching serves as to erect the one, so to collect and plant the other.
p-acp n1 vvg vvz p-acp pc-acp vvi dt pi, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-jn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1537
Page 416
11886
The Church indeed was antiently shut up among the Jews, but now it is let out to all Nations,
The Church indeed was anciently shut up among the jews, but now it is let out to all nations,
dt n1 av vbds av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt np2, cc-acp av pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp d n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1538
Page 416
11958
and therefore let us rest upon it, that he will surely finish it in his season.
and Therefore let us rest upon it, that he will surely finish it in his season.
cc av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11887
so that neither Jew nor Grecian, neither Scythian nor Barbarian, is excluded from the Church. Thou hast redeemed us by thy blood, say the Elders to our Saviour, Apoc. 5.9. not out of one, but out of every Kindred, Nation, Tongue and People.
so that neither Jew nor Grecian, neither Scythian nor Barbarian, is excluded from the Church. Thou hast redeemed us by thy blood, say the Elders to our Saviour, Apocalypse 5.9. not out of one, but out of every Kindred, nation, Tongue and People.
av cst dx np1 ccx jp, av-dx np1 ccx j-jn, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 p-acp po21 n1, vvb dt n2-jn p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd. xx av pp-f crd, p-acp av pp-f d n1, n1, n1 cc n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1538
Page 416
11888
This enlargement of the Church is clearly taught us in the Prophesie of Hosea 2.23. which may serve instead of all;
This enlargement of the Church is clearly taught us in the Prophesy of Hosea 2.23. which may serve instead of all;
d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pno12 p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1 crd. r-crq vmb vvi av pp-f d;
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 416
11889
And I will sow her to me in the earth, saith God there, which is a Metaphorical or borrowed speech, by which the Lord fore-shews the great extension of the Church in these latter Gospel days;And I will sow her to me in the earth, Says God there, which is a Metaphorical or borrowed speech, by which the Lord foreshows the great extension of the Church in these latter Gospel days;
cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1 a-acp, r-crq vbz dt j cc j-vvn n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d d n1 n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 416
11890
For as the Husbandman that means to have his Corn increased and multiplyed, first sows it in the ground, that so it may take root and spring and bear him many grains for one;
For as the Husbandman that means to have his Corn increased and multiplied, First Sovus it in the ground, that so it may take root and spring and bear him many grains for one;
c-acp c-acp dt n1 cst vvz pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvd cc vvn, ord n2 pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst av pn31 vmb vvi n1 cc vvi cc vvi pno31 d n2 p-acp crd;
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11891
so God affirming he will sow his Church, insinuates he will make it do as corn when it is sowen, to grow and multiply exceedingly.
so God affirming he will sow his Church, insinuates he will make it do as corn when it is sown, to grow and multiply exceedingly.
av np1 vvg pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, vvz pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vdi p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvb av-vvg.
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11892
So that from a very small, it shall encrease to a great number. And hence he saith not I will sow her in the land of Canaan only,
So that from a very small, it shall increase to a great number. And hence he Says not I will sow her in the land of Canaan only,
av cst p-acp dt j j, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1. cc av pns31 vvz xx pns11 vmb vvi po31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11893
but in the earth at large without restraint or limitation. In former times, he made his breach in Iewry only;
but in the earth At large without restraint or limitation. In former times, he made his breach in Iewry only;
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp j p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp j n2, pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1 av-j;
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11894
his field the Church was but a little corner of the world;
his field the Church was but a little corner of the world;
po31 n1 dt n1 vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11895
but here the Lord fore-shews, that he will multiply her so, that she shall be dispersed over all the earth;
but Here the Lord foreshows, that he will multiply her so, that she shall be dispersed over all the earth;
cc-acp av dt n1 j, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11896
And I will sow her to me in the earth: And I will sow her to me in the earth:
cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1:
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11897
And for this reason, Jesus Christ sends forth his Seedesmen into all the Earth, that they may sow the Church in all Countries.
And for this reason, jesus christ sends forth his Seedsmen into all the Earth, that they may sow the Church in all Countries.
cc p-acp d n1, np1 np1 vvz av po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11898
This shall suffice for clearing of the point.
This shall suffice for clearing of the point.
d vmb vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1539
Page 417
11899
And is it so that Jesus Christ doth not send his Ministers particularly, or restrictively, &c. This then may serve my Brethren, in the first place at least to justifie the practice of those Ministers of Christ, who for the propagating of the Church of Christ and elarging of his Kingdom, have done as the Apostle Paul professed he had strived to do, Rom. 15.20. saith he, I have strived to preach the Gospel not where Christ was named, least I should build upon another mans foundation;
And is it so that jesus christ does not send his Ministers particularly, or restrictively, etc. This then may serve my Brothers, in the First place At least to justify the practice of those Ministers of christ, who for the propagating of the Church of christ and elarging of his Kingdom, have done as the Apostle Paul professed he had strived to do, Rom. 15.20. Says he, I have strived to preach the Gospel not where christ was nam, lest I should built upon Another men Foundation;
cc vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 av-jn, cc av-j, av d av vmb vvi po11 n2, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp ds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvg pp-f po31 n1, vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vdi, np1 crd. vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 xx c-crq np1 vbds vvn, cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp j-jn ng1 n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11900
but as it is written, To whom he was not spoken of they shall see, and they that have not heard shall understand. but as it is written, To whom he was not spoken of they shall see, and they that have not herd shall understand.
cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds xx vvn pp-f pno32 vmb vvi, cc pns32 cst vhb xx vvn vmb vvi.
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11901
You heard even now of many zealous Instruments of Christ, who have had the same design, viz, to preach the Gospel in America, where Christ was never named till within these few years. You herd even now of many zealous Instruments of christ, who have had the same Design, videlicet, to preach the Gospel in America, where christ was never nam till within these few Years.
pn22 vvd av av pp-f d j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vhb vhn dt d n1, av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vbds av-x vvn p-acp p-acp d d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11919
What shall we do now, my Beloved, and how shall we behave our selves under such a dispensation? shall we (as many have done heretofore,
What shall we do now, my beloved, and how shall we behave our selves under such a Dispensation? shall we (as many have done heretofore,
q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av, po11 j-vvn, cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d dt n1? vmb pns12 (c-acp d vhb vdn av,
(50) part (DIV2)
1543
Page 418
11902
To lay the first stone of the Foundation of Religion there, to gather Churches, and to erect the Kingdom of the Lord Christ among the poor blind Indians, in the remotest quarter of the world, That so the Fathers promise may at length be made good to Jesus Christ, Psal. 2.8. Ask of me and I will give thee the Heathen for thine Inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession.
To lay the First stone of the Foundation of Religion there, to gather Churches, and to erect the Kingdom of the Lord christ among the poor blind Indians, in the Remotest quarter of the world, That so the Father's promise may At length be made good to jesus christ, Psalm 2.8. Ask of me and I will give thee the Heathen for thine Inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession.
p-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp dt j j np1, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, cst av dt ng1 n1 vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn j p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd. vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j-jn p-acp po21 n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po21 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11903
And verily in this my Brethren, they have not gone beyond their line, they have not strayed beyond the bounds of their Commission.
And verily in this my Brothers, they have not gone beyond their line, they have not strayed beyond the bounds of their Commission.
cc av-j p-acp d po11 n2, pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11904
Christ doth not send his Ministers, as you have heard, particularly or restrictively to any Countrey,
christ does not send his Ministers, as you have herd, particularly or restrictively to any Country,
np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, av-j cc av-j p-acp d n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11905
or to any Nation, but their Commission leaves them free to all the world:
or to any nation, but their Commission leaves them free to all the world:
cc p-acp d n1, cc-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32 j p-acp d dt n1:
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11906
Even the Commission, not of Apostles only, but of the ordinary Ministers of Christ, as I have shewed before in Explication of the point:
Even the Commission, not of Apostles only, but of the ordinary Ministers of christ, as I have showed before in Explication of the point:
av-j dt n1, xx pp-f n2 av-j, cc-acp pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1:
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11907
so that they are within their compass still, though they be among the Indians, even at the other end of all the Earth.
so that they Are within their compass still, though they be among the Indians, even At the other end of all the Earth.
av cst pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n1 av, cs pns32 vbb p-acp dt np1, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1540
Page 417
11908
And it is to be very much observed, that Christ hath given abundant testimony to this glorious work of theirs, in the incredible success of their endeavours there,
And it is to be very much observed, that christ hath given abundant testimony to this glorious work of theirs, in the incredible success of their endeavours there,
cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi av av-d vvn, cst np1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png32, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 a-acp,
(50) part (DIV2)
1541
Page 417
11909
so that poor naked souls come continually to Jesus Christ, stoop to the Government and Scepter of his Kingdom, desire to be acquainted with his will, to be instructed in the way of his worship, to have their children brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord;
so that poor naked Souls come continually to jesus christ, stoop to the Government and Sceptre of his Kingdom, desire to be acquainted with his will, to be instructed in the Way of his worship, to have their children brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord;
av cst j j n2 vvb av-j p-acp np1 np1, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1541
Page 417
11910
And in a word, they shame us who have so long enjoyed the Gospel, that we are even weary of it,
And in a word, they shame us who have so long enjoyed the Gospel, that we Are even weary of it,
cc p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pno12 r-crq vhb av av-j vvn dt n1, cst pns12 vbr av j pp-f pn31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1541
Page 417
11911
and begin to put it from us, and so to judge our selves unworthy of eternal life.
and begin to put it from us, and so to judge our selves unworthy of Eternal life.
cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, cc av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j pp-f j n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1541
Page 417
11912
The Lord in mercy grant it go not from us to the Indians, who prize it more, are more eager after it,
The Lord in mercy grant it go not from us to the Indians, who prize it more, Are more eager After it,
dt n1 p-acp n1 vvb pn31 vvi xx p-acp pno12 p-acp dt np1, r-crq n1 pn31 av-dc, vbr av-dc j p-acp pn31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1541
Page 417
11913
and more fruitful under it, according to their light, then multitudes of us professed Christians are.
and more fruitful under it, according to their Light, then Multitudes of us professed Christians Are.
cc av-dc j p-acp pn31, vvg p-acp po32 n1, cs n2 pp-f pno12 vvd njpg2 vbr.
(50) part (DIV2)
1541
Page 418
11914
Now I beseech you my Beloved, cast an eye upon them, travail thither in your thoughts and meditations;
Now I beseech you my beloved, cast an eye upon them, travail thither in your thoughts and meditations;
av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvb av p-acp po22 n2 cc n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1542
Page 418
11915
there you shall see some Ministers of Jesus Christ, once our fellow-Labourers, spending themselves, undergoing difficulties without number or measure, to convert souls,
there you shall see Some Ministers of jesus christ, once our Fellow-labourers, spending themselves, undergoing difficulties without number or measure, to convert Souls,
a-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f np1 np1, a-acp po12 n2, vvg px32, j-vvg n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1542
Page 418
11916
and gather Churches among blind Heathens.
and gather Churches among blind heathens.
cc vvi n2 p-acp j n2-jn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1542
Page 418
11917
There you shall see the Gospel blossoming, the Church enlarging her Tent, and stretching forth the Curtains of her habitation, the Doves flocking to the windows of the Ark, the Church of Christ, the fulness of the Gentiles now beginning to come in;
There you shall see the Gospel blossoming, the Church enlarging her Tent, and stretching forth the Curtains of her habitation, the Dove flocking to the windows of the Ark, the Church of christ, the fullness of the Gentiles now beginning to come in;
a-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 j-vvg, dt n1 vvg po31 n1, cc vvg av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j av vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp;
(50) part (DIV2)
1542
Page 418
11918
and in a word, that great work going on, which is incomparably the most remarkable that Christ hath yet to do in this world.
and in a word, that great work going on, which is incomparably the most remarkable that christ hath yet to do in this world.
cc p-acp dt n1, cst j n1 vvg a-acp, r-crq vbz av-j dt av-ds j cst np1 vhz av pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1542
Page 418
11920
and it may be yet do) condemn the Instruments, as if they went beyond themselves in this business? Shall we mock at these beginnings of the building of the Temple? shall we despise the day of small things? shall we as Gallio care for none of these matters?
and it may be yet do) condemn the Instruments, as if they went beyond themselves in this business? Shall we mock At these beginnings of the building of the Temple? shall we despise the day of small things? shall we as Gallio care for none of these matters?
cc pn31 vmb vbi av vdi) vvb dt n2, c-acp cs pns32 vvd p-acp px32 p-acp d n1? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1? vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2? vmb pns12 p-acp np1 vvb p-acp pix pp-f d n2?
(50) part (DIV2)
1543
Page 418
11921
Truly the least that we can do, is to comply with Jesus Christ in this design of his,
Truly the least that we can do, is to comply with jesus christ in this Design of his,
av-j dt ds cst pns12 vmb vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1544
Page 418
11922
for which he sends his Ministers into the world, and to promote this glorious work to the utmost of our power.
for which he sends his Ministers into the world, and to promote this glorious work to the utmost of our power.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1544
Page 418
11923
It is in the hands of those for whom (as you have heard) it is too heavy,
It is in the hands of those for whom (as you have herd) it is too heavy,
pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) pn31 vbz av j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1544
Page 418
11924
so that they cannot mannage it, they are not able to go through with it.
so that they cannot manage it, they Are not able to go through with it.
av cst pns32 vmbx vvi pn31, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pn31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1544
Page 418
11925
They seem to call over to us, as the man of Macedonia, Come to America and help us.
They seem to call over to us, as the man of Macedonia, Come to America and help us.
pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp np1 cc vvb pno12.
(50) part (DIV2)
1544
Page 418
11926
Oh let not such a work miscarry, and fail of being driven on, for want of any help that we can yield to it, a work that is so purely Christian as this is.
O let not such a work miscarry, and fail of being driven on, for want of any help that we can yield to it, a work that is so purely Christian as this is.
uh vvb xx d dt n1 vvb, cc vvi pp-f vbg vvn a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, dt n1 cst vbz av av-j np1 p-acp d vbz.
(50) part (DIV2)
1544
Page 418
11927
But which way can we help it on? it may be you will say to me.
But which Way can we help it on? it may be you will say to me.
cc-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi pn31 p-acp? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11.
(50) part (DIV2)
1545
Page 418
11928
Truly my Brethren, if no other way, we may promote and help it on at least without purses and our prayers.
Truly my Brothers, if not other Way, we may promote and help it on At least without purses and our Prayers.
np1 po11 n2, cs xx j-jn n1, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp ds p-acp n2 cc po12 n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1545
Page 418
11929
This we may do at this distance. I shall speak a word to either. 1. We may promote it with our prayers.
This we may do At this distance. I shall speak a word to either. 1. We may promote it with our Prayers.
np1 pns12 vmb vdi p-acp d n1. pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d. crd pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1545
Page 418
11930
This was the course the Prophet took as you may see, Isa. 62.1. In the precedent chapter he is very large, and eloquent on this business;
This was the course the Prophet took as you may see, Isaiah 62.1. In the precedent chapter he is very large, and eloquent on this business;
d vbds dt n1 dt n1 vvd c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbz av j, cc j p-acp d n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 418
11931
shewing the future glory of the Church, by the addition of the fulness of the Gentiles in all Countries and in all Nations.
showing the future glory of the Church, by the addition of the fullness of the Gentiles in all Countries and in all nations.
vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 418
11932
And having done with the description of it in two whole Chapters, me thinks he is an end to hasten the fruition of it:
And having done with the description of it in two Whole Chapters, me thinks he is an end to hasten the fruition of it:
cc vhg vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp crd j-jn n2, pno11 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 418
11933
For Zions sake I will not hold my peace, saith he, and for Jerusalems I will not rest. So we, my Brethren, having heard of the beginning of this great work in America, let us do as Isaiah did, let us be always crying to the Lord, let him be hard beset on all hands, let him not have a quiet hour.For Zions sake I will not hold my peace, Says he, and for Jerusalems I will not rest. So we, my Brothers, having herd of the beginning of this great work in America, let us do as Isaiah did, let us be always crying to the Lord, let him be hard beset on all hands, let him not have a quiet hour.
p-acp n2 n1 pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1, vvz pns31, cc p-acp npg1 pns11 vmb xx vvi. av pns12, po11 n2, vhg vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp np1, vvb pno12 vdi p-acp np1 vdd, vvb pno12 vbi av vvg p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 xx vhi dt j-jn n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 418
11934
The Lord hath set his Watchmen on the walls of his Jerusalem, to this purpose, Isa. 62.6. that they may watch such opportunities as these are.
The Lord hath Set his Watchmen on the walls of his Jerusalem, to this purpose, Isaiah 62.6. that they may watch such opportunities as these Are.
dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 np1, p-acp d n1, np1 crd. cst pns32 vmb vvi d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 418
11935
And least he should forget this great work, when it is upon the wheel, he hath appointed some remembrancers to mind him of it,
And lest he should forget this great work, when it is upon the wheel, he hath appointed Some remembrancers to mind him of it,
cc cs pns31 vmd vvi d j n1, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f pn31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 418
11936
and therefore let us be continually minding God of this business, beseeching him to go on with this work, till he hath brought it to perfection, till the whole fulness of the Gentiles be come in, till Christ inherit all Nations.
and Therefore let us be continually minding God of this business, beseeching him to go on with this work, till he hath brought it to perfection, till the Whole fullness of the Gentiles be come in, till christ inherit all nations.
cc av vvb pno12 vbi av-j vvg n1 pp-f d n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np1 vbb vvn p-acp, c-acp np1 vvi d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 419
11937
Let us remember that we have a little sister in America, and that now is the day of speaking for her,
Let us Remember that we have a little sister in America, and that now is the day of speaking for her,
vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc cst av vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 419
11938
for now her case and business is in agitation;
for now her case and business is in agitation;
c-acp av po31 n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 419
11939
and therefore now let us be earnest with the Lord, let us pray and pray hard, let us not be cold or dead in such a suit as this is.
and Therefore now let us be earnest with the Lord, let us pray and pray hard, let us not be cold or dead in such a suit as this is.
cc av av vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvb av-j, vvb pno12 xx vbi j-jn cc j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(50) part (DIV2)
1546
Page 419
11940
We may promote it with our purses and estates: And this is that especially we have in hand at this time.
We may promote it with our purses and estates: And this is that especially we have in hand At this time.
pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2: cc d vbz d av-j pns12 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1547
Page 419
11941
There are very many things in that great business now on foot, that need pecuniary helps, as hath been said.
There Are very many things in that great business now on foot, that need pecuniary helps, as hath been said.
pc-acp vbr av d n2 p-acp d j n1 av p-acp n1, cst vvb j n2, c-acp vhz vbn vvn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1547
Page 419
11942
The charge that lies on these that are the agents in it, is exceeding great, and indeed too heavy for them;
The charge that lies on these that Are the agents in it, is exceeding great, and indeed too heavy for them;
dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d cst vbr dt n2 p-acp pn31, vbz vvg j, cc av av j p-acp pno32;
(50) part (DIV2)
1547
Page 419
11943
and therefore we (me thinks) that share not in the difficulties and the labours that other of our Brethren undergo among the Indians, should be content to share a little in the costs;
and Therefore we (me thinks) that share not in the difficulties and the labours that other of our Brothers undergo among the Indians, should be content to share a little in the costs;
cc av pns12 (pno11 vvz) cst vvb xx p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 d n-jn pp-f po12 n2 vvi p-acp dt np1, vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1547
Page 419
11944
for who would willingly sit wholly out in such a blessed work as this is?
for who would willingly fit wholly out in such a blessed work as this is?
p-acp r-crq vmd av-j vvi av-jn av p-acp d dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d vbz?
(50) part (DIV2)
1547
Page 419
11945
Alas, my Brethren, how much idle mony do we spend a hundred ways, that might be saved for such a purpose!
Alas, my Brothers, how much idle money do we spend a hundred ways, that might be saved for such a purpose!
uh, po11 n2, c-crq d j n1 vdb pns12 vvi dt crd n2, cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1!
(50) part (DIV2)
1548
Page 419
11946
And truly I believe, we never had occasion to lay mony out to a better end then this.
And truly I believe, we never had occasion to lay money out to a better end then this.
cc av-j pns11 vvb, pns12 av-x vhd n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av p-acp dt jc n1 cs d.
(50) part (DIV2)
1548
Page 419
11947
Now we may help, in a qualified sense, to purchase souls with money, to further the accomplishment of the Gospel promises with money;
Now we may help, in a qualified sense, to purchase Souls with money, to further the accomplishment of the Gospel promises with money;
av pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, p-acp jc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1548
Page 419
11948
we may make temporal and earthly things serve spiritual and heavenly ends.
we may make temporal and earthly things serve spiritual and heavenly ends.
pns12 vmb vvi j cc j n2 vvb j cc j n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1548
Page 419
11949
And therefore I beseech you, my Beloved, enlarge your bounty more then ordinary, in such a choise and extraordinary work as this is.
And Therefore I beseech you, my beloved, enlarge your bounty more then ordinary, in such a choice and extraordinary work as this is.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb po22 n1 av-dc cs j, p-acp d dt n1 cc j n1 c-acp d vbz.
(50) part (DIV2)
1549
Page 419
11950
Let love to Christ and to his Church, compassion to those blind Americans, draw out your very hearts to them, that those poor Indian souls, whose Conversion and Salvation you may further by this means, may bless you.
Let love to christ and to his Church, compassion to those blind Americans, draw out your very hearts to them, that those poor Indian Souls, whose Conversion and Salvation you may further by this means, may bless you.
vvb n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp d j np1, vvi av po22 j n2 p-acp pno32, cst d j np1 n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pn22 vmb av-jc p-acp d n2, vmb vvi pn22.
(50) part (DIV2)
1549
Page 419
11951
Thus make you friends of the unrighteous Mammon, that you may render up a good account when the day of reckoning comes.
Thus make you Friends of the unrighteous Mammon, that you may render up a good account when the day of reckoning comes.
av vvb pn22 n2 pp-f dt j np1, cst pn22 vmb vvi a-acp dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz.
(50) part (DIV2)
1549
Page 419
11952
Is it so, That Jesus Christ sends forth his Ministers into the world, and that (as I have said) to gather Churches,
Is it so, That jesus christ sends forth his Ministers into the world, and that (as I have said) to gather Churches,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1 np1 vvz av po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc d (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) pc-acp vvi n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1550
Page 419
11953
and erect his Kingdom over all the world? Then let this raise our hearts, my Brethren, in reference to this work, which is indeed the greatest and the most eximious that Christ hath yet to do in this world.
and erect his Kingdom over all the world? Then let this raise our hearts, my Brothers, in Referente to this work, which is indeed the greatest and the most eximious that christ hath yet to do in this world.
cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1? av vvb d vvi po12 n2, po11 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz av dt js cc dt av-ds j cst np1 vhz av pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1550
Page 419
11954
Oh let our hearts be lifted up towards it, and that especially three ways, in faith, in expectation, in Petition.
O let our hearts be lifted up towards it, and that especially three ways, in faith, in expectation, in Petition.
uh vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, cc cst av-j crd n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp vvi.
(50) part (DIV2)
1550
Page 419
11955
I shall speak to them in order. Let our hearts be lifted up in faith, with reference to this work;
I shall speak to them in order. Let our hearts be lifted up in faith, with Referente to this work;
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1550
Page 419
11956
Let them be raised to a full and firm belief, that it shall surely be accomplished in the Lords own time.
Let them be raised to a full and firm belief, that it shall surely be accomplished in the lords own time.
vvb pno32 vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11959
It may be you may look upon it as a thing almost impossible, that all the Nations of the world should turn to Christ,
It may be you may look upon it as a thing almost impossible, that all the nations of the world should turn to christ,
pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 av j, cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11960
and receive him for their King.
and receive him for their King.
cc vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11961
But if you will cast back your eye on the beginnings of this glorious work, you cannot but acknowledge, that it was as hard to bring it on to what it hath attained already in the world,
But if you will cast back your eye on the beginnings of this glorious work, you cannot but acknowledge, that it was as hard to bring it on to what it hath attained already in the world,
p-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi av po22 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1, pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbds c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz vvn av p-acp dt n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11962
as to perform that which remaineth to be done;
as to perform that which remains to be done;
c-acp pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vdn;
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11963
All that which we expect is not so hard, as that which Christ hath done already.
All that which we expect is not so hard, as that which christ hath done already.
d cst r-crq pns12 vvb vbz xx av av-j, c-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vdn av.
(50) part (DIV2)
1551
Page 419
11964
If you had seen him here upon the Earth, and his fishermen about him, you would not have imagined that so many Nations would ever have been brought in to him,
If you had seen him Here upon the Earth, and his fishermen about him, you would not have imagined that so many nations would ever have been brought in to him,
cs pn22 vhd vvn pno31 av p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmd xx vhi vvn cst av d n2 vmd av vhb vbn vvn p-acp p-acp pno31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11965
as there are at this day.
as there Are At this day.
c-acp pc-acp vbr p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11966
When he sent out a company of poor despised men to preach the Gospel, and to draw men in to him, by telling them they must deny themselves, and they must take up their Cross and suffer persecution for his sake;
When he sent out a company of poor despised men to preach the Gospel, and to draw men in to him, by telling them they must deny themselves, and they must take up their Cross and suffer persecution for his sake;
c-crq pns31 vvd av dt n1 pp-f j j-vvn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg pno32 pns32 vmb vvi px32, cc pns32 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11967
they must forsake all, leave all and follow him; you would have thought this had been an unlikely way to do very great matters.they must forsake all, leave all and follow him; you would have Thought this had been an unlikely Way to do very great matters.
pns32 vmb vvi d, vvb d cc vvi pno31; pn22 vmd vhi vvn d vhd vbn dt j n1 pc-acp vdi av j n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11968
And yet by such improbable, unlikely means as these, hath Christ been entertained in many Nations,
And yet by such improbable, unlikely means as these, hath christ been entertained in many nations,
cc av p-acp d j, j n2 c-acp d, vhz np1 vbn vvn p-acp d n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11969
and many Countreyes, and multitudes of people have been brought to stoop to him.
and many Countries, and Multitudes of people have been brought to stoop to him.
cc d n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11970
And therefore seeing he hath done so much already, and that in such a strange way,
And Therefore seeing he hath done so much already, and that in such a strange Way,
cc av vvg pns31 vhz vdn av av-d av, cc cst p-acp d dt j n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11971
as you would never have believed, if you had not seen it done, you may the better cast your selves upon him, with this assurance that he will overcome the difficulties that are yet behind, that he that hath begun the work,
as you would never have believed, if you had not seen it done, you may the better cast your selves upon him, with this assurance that he will overcome the difficulties that Are yet behind, that he that hath begun the work,
c-acp pn22 vmd av-x vhi vvn, cs pn22 vhd xx vvn pn31 vdn, pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 cst vbr av a-acp, cst pns31 cst vhz vvn dt n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11972
and prospered it so far as he hath done, will finish it untill he hath brought in the fulness of the Gentiles to his Church and Kingdom, from one end of the earth unto the other.
and prospered it so Far as he hath done, will finish it until he hath brought in the fullness of the Gentiles to his Church and Kingdom, from one end of the earth unto the other.
cc vvd pn31 av av-j c-acp pns31 vhz vdn, vmb vvi pn31 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1552
Page 420
11973
But you will ask me now perhaps, What, would you have us to believe that all the people of the world shall accept of Jesus Christ,
But you will ask me now perhaps, What, would you have us to believe that all the people of the world shall accept of jesus christ,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av av, q-crq, vmd pn22 vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f np1 np1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1553
Page 420
11974
and receive him for their King, and be the Subjects of his Kingdom? Why then it seems there should be no tares, no Goats, no wicked when that time comes. and receive him for their King, and be the Subject's of his Kingdom? Why then it seems there should be no tares, no Goats, no wicked when that time comes.
cc vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1, cc vbb dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1? uh-crq av pn31 vvz a-acp vmd vbi dx n2, dx n2, dx j c-crq d n1 vvz.
(50) part (DIV2)
1553
Page 420
11975
No, my beloved, this is not the thing at which I aim: No, my Beloved, this is not the thing At which I aim:
av-dx, po11 j-vvn, d vbz xx dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb:
(50) part (DIV2)
1554
Page 420
11976
And therefore you may not be mistaken, you must remember that distinction of the Kingdom of Christ Iesus, into the Kingdom of power, and the Kingdom of grace.
And Therefore you may not be mistaken, you must Remember that distinction of the Kingdom of christ Iesus, into the Kingdom of power, and the Kingdom of grace.
cc av pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1554
Page 420
11977
The first of these indeed is universal, and doth already reach to all places and to all persons.
The First of these indeed is universal, and does already reach to all places and to all Persons.
dt ord pp-f d av vbz j, cc vdz av vvi p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1555
Page 420
11999
as if we knew not what is a doing in the world.
as if we knew not what is a doing in the world.
c-acp cs pns12 vvd xx r-crq vbz dt vdg p-acp dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
11978
Though all be not the subjects of the grace of Christ, yet all are subject to the power of Christ.
Though all be not the subject's of the grace of christ, yet all Are Subject to the power of christ.
cs d vbb xx dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av d vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1555
Page 420
11979
And hence the Psalmist tells us, that his Kingdom rules over all, Psal. 103.19. And that he is the King of all the earth, Psal. 47.7. he is King of all the places in the earth, yea and of all the persons in the earth either one way or the other.
And hence the Psalmist tells us, that his Kingdom rules over all, Psalm 103.19. And that he is the King of all the earth, Psalm 47.7. he is King of all the places in the earth, yea and of all the Persons in the earth either one Way or the other.
cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst po31 n1 vvz p-acp d, np1 crd. cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vbz n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, uh cc pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 d crd n1 cc dt n-jn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1555
Page 420
11980
Either he is a gracious King to rule them, or a powerfull King to break them.
Either he is a gracious King to Rule them, or a powerful King to break them.
av-d pns31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(50) part (DIV2)
1555
Page 420
11981
And thus his Kingdom doth already reach to all Countreys, and to all people.
And thus his Kingdom does already reach to all Countries', and to all people.
cc av po31 n1 vdz av vvi p-acp d ng2, cc p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1555
Page 420
11982
But now my brethren, for the second Kingdom which we have called the Kingdom of grace, that is also in a sence, to stretch and to extend it self to all places, and to all people.
But now my brothers, for the second Kingdom which we have called the Kingdom of grace, that is also in a sense, to stretch and to extend it self to all places, and to all people.
p-acp av po11 n2, p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1556
Page 420
11983
I shall clear it very briefly.
I shall clear it very briefly.
pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j.
(50) part (DIV2)
1556
Page 420
11984
1. It is to stretch and to extend it self to all places and to all Countreyes.
1. It is to stretch and to extend it self to all places and to all Countries.
crd pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 420
11985
The Church of Jesus Christ is to be Catholick in this respect, and so by consequence his Kingdom too, it is to be erected and set up in all Nations.
The Church of jesus christ is to be Catholic in this respect, and so by consequence his Kingdom too, it is to be erected and Set up in all nations.
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz pc-acp vbi njp p-acp d n1, cc av p-acp n1 po31 n1 av, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 420
11986
And hence the Holy Ghost affirmeth, that all the people, Languages, and Nations in the world shall serve him.
And hence the Holy Ghost Affirmeth, that all the people, Languages, and nations in the world shall serve him.
cc av dt j n1 vvz, cst d dt n1, n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 420
11987
And the Apostle tells us that in the business of sanctification, or setting up the Kingdom of Christ Jesus in the hearts of men, there is neither Greek nor Jew,
And the Apostle tells us that in the business of sanctification, or setting up the Kingdom of christ jesus in the hearts of men, there is neither Greek nor Jew,
cc dt n1 vvz pno12 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, a-acp vbz dx jp ccx np1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 420
11988
neither Scythian nor Barbarian, but Christ is all in all. neither Scythian nor Barbarian, but christ is all in all.
dx jp ccx j-jn, cc-acp np1 vbz d p-acp d.
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 420
11989
That is, the Jew is not preferred before the Greek, and neither of them is preferred before the Scythian and Barbarian,
That is, the Jew is not preferred before the Greek, and neither of them is preferred before the Scythian and Barbarian,
cst vbz, dt np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt jp, cc av-dx pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt jp cc j-jn,
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 420
11990
but all of them are one to Christ, and Christ is one to all of them:
but all of them Are one to christ, and christ is one to all of them:
cc-acp d pp-f pno32 vbr pi p-acp np1, cc np1 vbz pi p-acp d pp-f pno32:
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 421
11991
and he will have a Church and Kingdom as well among the Scythians and Barbarians, as among the Jews themselves.
and he will have a Church and Kingdom as well among the Scythians and Barbarians, as among the jews themselves.
cc pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 cc n1 c-acp av p-acp dt njp2 cc n2-jn, c-acp p-acp dt np2 px32.
(50) part (DIV2)
1557
Page 421
11992
2. And as this Kingdom is to stretch and extend it self to all places, and to all Countreyes, so it is also to extend it self to all people;
2. And as this Kingdom is to stretch and extend it self to all places, and to all Countries, so it is also to extend it self to all people;
crd cc c-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2, av pn31 vbz av pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1558
Page 421
11993
That is, to all degrees and sorts of people, though not to all of those sorts.
That is, to all Degrees and sorts of people, though not to all of those sorts.
cst vbz, p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cs xx p-acp d pp-f d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1558
Page 421
11994
And as there is no Nation, so there is no condition or estate or rank of men excluded from the grace of Jesus Christ,
And as there is no nation, so there is no condition or estate or rank of men excluded from the grace of jesus christ,
cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1558
Page 421
11995
nor barred from being subjects of his gratious Kingdom here, and of his glorious Kingdom hereafter.
nor barred from being subject's of his gracious Kingdom Here, and of his glorious Kingdom hereafter.
ccx vvn p-acp vbg n2-jn pp-f po31 j n1 av, cc pp-f po31 j n1 av.
(50) part (DIV2)
1558
Page 421
11996
Let our hearts be lifted up in expectation of this glorious work.
Let our hearts be lifted up in expectation of this glorious work.
vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
11997
Since Christ hath sent forth his instruments about it, to gather Churches, and to erect his Kingdom over all the world,
Since christ hath sent forth his Instruments about it, to gather Churches, and to erect his Kingdom over all the world,
p-acp np1 vhz vvn av po31 n2 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
11998
and since the work hath prospered very far, and now is going on amain among the Indians, let us not lye still and idle,
and since the work hath prospered very Far, and now is going on amain among the Indians, let us not lie still and idle,
cc p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn av av-j, cc av vbz vvg a-acp av p-acp dt np1, vvb pno12 xx vvi av cc j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
12000
Now Christs work is in his hand, let our eyes be in our heads, and let it raise up extraordinary expectations in us;
Now Christ work is in his hand, let our eyes be in our Heads, and let it raise up extraordinary Expectations in us;
av npg1 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, vvb po12 n2 vbb p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb pn31 vvi a-acp j n2 p-acp pno12;
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
12001
The Prophet having had a glymps of this most excellent and glorious work in contemplation, when it was not yet begun, is on tip-toe presently, Isa. 62.1.
The Prophet having had a Glimpse of this most excellent and glorious work in contemplation, when it was not yet begun, is on tiptoe presently, Isaiah 62.1.
dt n1 vhg vhn dt n2 pp-f d av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pn31 vbds xx av vvn, vbz p-acp av-an av-j, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
12002
And so let us, especially now we behold it in the execution, let us lift up our heads and look, let us get up on our watch-towers where we may have more advantage to see,
And so let us, especially now we behold it in the execution, let us lift up our Heads and look, let us get up on our watch-towers where we may have more advantage to see,
cc av vvb pno12, av-j av pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vmb vhi dc n1 pc-acp vvi,
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
12003
if by any means we can discover more of it:
if by any means we can discover more of it:
cs p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi dc pp-f pn31:
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
12004
and let our spirits be continually reaching after the fufilling of it, as being full of hope about it.
and let our spirits be continually reaching After the fulfilling of it, as being full of hope about it.
cc vvb po12 n2 vbb av-j vvg p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, c-acp vbg j pp-f n1 p-acp pn31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1559
Page 421
12005
Let our hearts be lifted up in supplication for the accomplishment of this work.
Let our hearts be lifted up in supplication for the accomplishment of this work.
vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12006
Not that we can change the Lord by any means, or antedate his Counsels and Decrees;
Not that we can change the Lord by any means, or antedate his Counsels and Decrees;
xx cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc vvi po31 n2 cc n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12007
but yet if we would have such glorious works to come to execution, it is extreamly necessary for us to do that on which the execution of them is suspended in the Scripture.
but yet if we would have such glorious works to come to execution, it is extremely necessary for us to do that on which the execution of them is suspended in the Scripture.
cc-acp av cs pns12 vmd vhi d j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av-jn j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi d p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12008
I will build the ruined, and I will plant the desolate and desert places, saith the Lord, Ezek. 36.37.I will built the ruined, and I will plant the desolate and desert places, Says the Lord, Ezekiel 36.37.
pns11 vmb vvi dt j-vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt j cc j n2, vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12009
I will build the ruined Nation of the Jews, which was a Church in former times,
I will built the ruined nation of the jews, which was a Church in former times,
pns11 vmb vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt np2, r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp j n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12010
and I will plant the desolate and desert places of the Gentiles; I the Lord have spoken it, and I will do it;
and I will plant the desolate and desert places of the Gentiles; I the Lord have spoken it, and I will do it;
cc pns11 vmb vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2-j; pns11 dt n1 vhb vvn pn31, cc pns11 vmb vdi pn31;
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12011
But yet on this condition, that I will be enquired of by my people.
But yet on this condition, that I will be inquired of by my people.
p-acp av p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn pp-f p-acp po11 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12012
The Lord will surely come (my brethren,) in his own appointed season, and gather Churches,
The Lord will surely come (my brothers,) in his own appointed season, and gather Churches,
dt n1 vmb av-j vvb (po11 n2,) p-acp po31 d j-vvn n1, cc vvi n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12013
and erect his Kingdom over all the world.
and erect his Kingdom over all the world.
cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12014
But in the mean time he will have his people pray, Thy Kingdome come; he will have them hasten him and fetch him by their prayers, that he may say unto them,
But in the mean time he will have his people pray, Thy Kingdom come; he will have them hasten him and fetch him by their Prayers, that he may say unto them,
p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 vvb, po21 n1 vvi; pns31 vmb vhi pno32 vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32,
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12015
as the Angel did to Daniel, Dan. 10.12.
as the Angel did to daniel, Dan. 10.12.
c-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12016
From the first day that thou didst set thy self to understand, thy words were heard, From the First day that thou didst Set thy self to understand, thy words were herd,
p-acp dt ord n1 cst pns21 vdd2 vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, po21 n2 vbdr vvn,
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12017
and I am come for thy words, And here to quicken you a little, I shall present you with a few Considerations.and I am come for thy words, And Here to quicken you a little, I shall present you with a few Considerations.
cc pns11 vbm vvn p-acp po21 n2, cc av pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1560
Page 421
12018
1. The Lord expects you should be very earnest and importunate with him this business. He hearkens after supplications;
1. The Lord expects you should be very earnest and importunate with him this business. He hearkens After supplications;
crd dt n1 vvz pn22 vmd vbi av j cc j p-acp pno31 d n1. pns31 vvz p-acp n2;
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 421
12019
and looks that men should ply him hard. Thus saith the Lord, the holy one of Israel and his maker, Isa. 45.11. Ask of me things to come concerning my Sons, command you me. q. d.
and looks that men should ply him hard. Thus Says the Lord, the holy one of Israel and his maker, Isaiah 45.11. Ask of me things to come Concerning my Sons, command you me. q. worser.
cc vvz d n2 vmd vvi pno31 av-j. av vvz dt n1, dt j pi pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, np1 crd. vvb pp-f pno11 n2 pc-acp vvi vvg po11 n2, vvb pn22 pno11. sy. sy.
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 421
12020
There are great things to come that I am doing for my Church;
There Are great things to come that I am doing for my Church;
pc-acp vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vbm vdg p-acp po11 n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 421
12042
Perhaps we do not apprehend it to be so:
Perhaps we do not apprehend it to be so:
av pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av:
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12021
what is the reason that ye are so stil, and that I hear of no Petitions from you touching these things? You are alwayes plying me for present things,
what is the reason that you Are so still, and that I hear of no Petitions from you touching these things? You Are always plying me for present things,
r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pn22 vbr av av, cc cst pns11 vvb pp-f zz n2 p-acp pn22 vvg d n2? pn22 vbr av vvg pno11 p-acp j n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 422
12022
but I delight to hear you pleading with me for those glorious things to come, which I will surely do for my people.
but I delight to hear you pleading with me for those glorious things to come, which I will surely do for my people.
cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 vvg p-acp pno11 p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vdi p-acp po11 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 422
12023
Come put in your Petitions and requests concerning them, and I will stoop so low to be commanded by your prayers.
Come put in your Petitions and requests Concerning them, and I will stoop so low to be commanded by your Prayers.
np1 vvd p-acp po22 n2 cc n2 vvg pno32, cc pns11 vmb vvi av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po22 n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 422
12024
Ask of me things to come, concerning my Sons and concerning the work of my hands command ye me. Ask of me things to come, Concerning my Sons and Concerning the work of my hands command you me.
vvb pp-f pno11 n2 pc-acp vvi, vvg po11 n2 cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po11 n2 vvb pn22 pno11.
(50) part (DIV2)
1561
Page 422
12025
2. Consider in the second place, to quicken you in prayer, that this is such a business as is worth your earnestness;
2. Consider in the second place, to quicken you in prayer, that this is such a business as is worth your earnestness;
crd np1 p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, cst d vbz d dt n1 c-acp vbz j po22 n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12026
assure your selves you cannot lay out too much heat and zeal upon it.
assure your selves you cannot lay out too much heat and zeal upon it.
vvb po22 n2 pn22 vmbx vvi av av d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12027
When once the Lord hath gathered in a people to him over all the world, the Church shall have perfection of beauty.
When once the Lord hath gathered in a people to him over all the world, the Church shall have perfection of beauty.
c-crq a-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt n1, dt n1 vmb vhi n1 pp-f n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12028
It is a very high expression, but you shall see it is applied to Sion, Psal. 50.2.
It is a very high expression, but you shall see it is applied to Sion, Psalm 50.2.
pn31 vbz dt av j n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12029
And it is meant apparently (my bretren,) of the Gospel Sion, of the Gospel Church;
And it is meant apparently (my bretren,) of the Gospel Sion, of the Gospel Church;
cc pn31 vbz vvn av-j (po11 n2,) pp-f dt n1 np1, pp-f dt n1 n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12030
for in the following parcell of the Psalm, the Lord rejecteth Jewish worship.
for in the following parcel of the Psalm, the Lord rejecteth Jewish worship.
c-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz jp n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12031
Indeed the Churches happiness shall be so great in those dayes, that it is called heaven very often in the Scripture.
Indeed the Churches happiness shall be so great in those days, that it is called heaven very often in the Scripture.
np1 dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi av j p-acp d n2, cst pn31 vbz vvn n1 av av p-acp dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12032
And so the Saints who are to be the Members of that Church, are said to dwell in heaven, Apoc. 13.6. Indeed my brethren, it shall be heaven upon earth.
And so the Saints who Are to be the Members of that Church, Are said to dwell in heaven, Apocalypse 13.6. Indeed my brothers, it shall be heaven upon earth.
cc av dt n2 r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f d n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 po11 n2, pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1562
Page 422
12033
3. Consider that the bringing in of people over all the world to Christ, will be an extraordinary honour to him:
3. Consider that the bringing in of people over all the world to christ, will be an extraordinary honour to him:
crd np1 cst dt vvg p-acp pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp np1, vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno31:
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12034
the enlargement of his Kingdom is the enlargement of his glory.
the enlargement of his Kingdom is the enlargement of his glory.
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12035
It adds exceedingly you know, my brethren, to the Luster of a Kingdom, when it hath many people under it,
It adds exceedingly you know, my brothers, to the Luster of a Kingdom, when it hath many people under it,
pn31 vvz av-vvg pn22 vvb, po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vhz d n1 p-acp pn31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12036
and when the territories of it are amplified and enlarged.
and when the territories of it Are amplified and enlarged.
cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr vvn cc vvn.
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12037
Its no such glory my beloved, to be the King but of a little City or a little Island or of a small and inconsiderable company of men.
Its no such glory my Beloved, to be the King but of a little city or a little Island or of a small and inconsiderable company of men.
pn31|vbz dx d n1 po11 j-vvn, pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc-acp pp-f dt j n1 cc dt j n1 cc pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12038
But to be the King of many Nations, and of many Kingdoms, to have a multitude of people in subjection, this is a glorious thing indeed.
But to be the King of many nations, and of many Kingdoms, to have a multitude of people in subjection, this is a glorious thing indeed.
p-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc pp-f d n2, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, d vbz dt j n1 av.
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12039
In this respect the Empire of Christ Jesus in the latter times shall be unparalleld, when once the Jews come in and bring the fulness of the Gentiles with them.
In this respect the Empire of christ jesus in the latter times shall be unparalleled, when once the jews come in and bring the fullness of the Gentiles with them.
p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt d n2 vmb vbi j, c-crq c-acp dt np2 vvb p-acp cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j p-acp pno32.
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12040
And therefore out of love to Jesus Christ, and regard to his glory, we should be intent upon it.
And Therefore out of love to jesus christ, and regard to his glory, we should be intent upon it.
cc av av pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmd vbi n1 p-acp pn31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1563
Page 422
12041
4. Consider that the bringing in of people over all the world to Jesus Christ, will be very beneficial and advantagious to our selves.
4. Consider that the bringing in of people over all the world to jesus christ, will be very beneficial and advantageous to our selves.
crd np1 cst dt vvg p-acp pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, vmb vbi av j cc j p-acp po12 n2.
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12043
this Countrey is come in already to the profession of the Gospel, we are come in already,
this Country is come in already to the profession of the Gospel, we Are come in already,
d n1 vbz vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp av,
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12044
and what need we care so much for other Nations, and for other people? We are well enough our selves,
and what need we care so much for other nations, and for other people? We Are well enough our selves,
cc q-crq vvb pns12 vvb av av-d c-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp j-jn n1? pns12 vbr av av-d po12 n2,
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12045
and why should we look after others? Yes, my beloved, we have reason to look after others:
and why should we look After Others? Yes, my Beloved, we have reason to look After Others:
cc q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n2-jn? uh, po11 j-vvn, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn:
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12046
for till all others that belong to Christ of all the Nations of the world be gathered in, we are not in so good a case as we shall be afterwards;
for till all Others that belong to christ of all the nations of the world be gathered in, we Are not in so good a case as we shall be afterwards;
c-acp c-acp d n2-jn cst vvb p-acp np1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp, pns12 vbr xx p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp pns12 vmb vbi av;
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12047
We are in Christ perhaps, and that is well for us indeed; but others of his people by election, of many other Countreyes, are as yet without:
We Are in christ perhaps, and that is well for us indeed; but Others of his people by election, of many other Countries, Are as yet without:
pns12 vbr p-acp np1 av, cc d vbz av p-acp pno12 av; cc-acp n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, pp-f d j-jn n2, vbr a-acp av p-acp:
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12048
and we without them cannot be made perfect, as the Apostle shews, Heb. 11. ult. We without them are members in a sence of an imperfect body.
and we without them cannot be made perfect, as the Apostle shows, Hebrew 11. ult. We without them Are members in a sense of an imperfect body.
cc pns12 p-acp pno32 vmbx vbi vvn j, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd n1. pns12 p-acp pno32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12049
We without them have but imperfect grace, nay though we were in heaven already, we could have but imperfect glory.
We without them have but imperfect grace, nay though we were in heaven already, we could have but imperfect glory.
pns12 p-acp pno32 vhb cc-acp j n1, uh-x cs pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 av, pns12 vmd vhi p-acp j n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12050
Till all that appertain to Christ be gathered in of all Nations, so long as there is but a man without, there can be no day of judgement,
Till all that appertain to christ be gathered in of all nations, so long as there is but a man without, there can be no day of judgement,
p-acp d cst vvb p-acp np1 vbb vvn p-acp pp-f d n2, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 422
12051
and so no full reward, no complement of our beatitude.
and so no full reward, no compliment of our beatitude.
cc av dx j n1, dx n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 423
12052
And therefore we have reason to help on this glorious work to the utmost of our power,
And Therefore we have reason to help on this glorious work to the utmost of our power,
cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 423
12053
because till it be accomplished, it cannot be so well with us as it will be afterwards;
Because till it be accomplished, it cannot be so well with us as it will be afterwards;
c-acp c-acp pn31 vbb vvn, pn31 vmbx vbi av av p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31 vmb vbi av;
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 423
12054
we without them cannot be made perfect. we without them cannot be made perfect.
pns12 p-acp pno32 vmbx vbi vvn j.
(50) part (DIV2)
1564
Page 423
12055
Is it so that Iesus Christ sends forth his Ministers to gather Churches, and to erect his Kingdom over all the world? Here then is matter of rejoycing and thanksgiving for us, the once rejected and neglected people of the Gentiles.
Is it so that Iesus christ sends forth his Ministers to gather Churches, and to erect his Kingdom over all the world? Here then is matter of rejoicing and thanksgiving for us, the once rejected and neglected people of the Gentiles.
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vvz av po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1? av av vbz n1 pp-f vvg cc n1 p-acp pno12, dt a-acp vvn cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n2-j.
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12056
There was a time my brethren, when we were set without the verge, the reach of mercy;
There was a time my brothers, when we were Set without the verge, the reach of mercy;
pc-acp vbds dt n1 po11 n2, c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12057
When the poor Gentiles liv'd, and we too liv'd without God, without Christ, without a promise, without Gospel;
When the poor Gentiles lived, and we too lived without God, without christ, without a promise, without Gospel;
c-crq dt j np1 vvd, cc pns12 av vvd p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1;
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12058
when Christ did never send to them, to invite them to come in, and when he had no Scepter but in Jewry, no subjects (in a manner) but among that people.
when christ did never send to them, to invite them to come in, and when he had no Sceptre but in Jewry, no subject's (in a manner) but among that people.
c-crq np1 vdd av-x vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc c-crq pns31 vhd dx n1 cc-acp p-acp np1, dx n2-jn (p-acp dt n1) cc-acp p-acp d n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12059
Alas my brethren, Christ was a King in those dayes, to break the Gentiles by his power,
Alas my brothers, christ was a King in those days, to break the Gentiles by his power,
uh po11 n2, np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2-j p-acp po31 n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12060
but he was not a King to rule them by his grace.
but he was not a King to Rule them by his grace.
cc-acp pns31 vbds xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12061
But now, my brethren, in these Gospel dayes, there is no such respect of persons with him,
But now, my brothers, in these Gospel days, there is no such respect of Persons with him,
p-acp av, po11 n2, p-acp d n1 n2, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12062
as the Apostle shews, Acts 10.34.
as the Apostle shows, Acts 10.34.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvz crd.
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12063
In every Nation, and in every people he hath or shall have some to serve him, In every nation, and in every people he hath or shall have Some to serve him,
p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz cc vmb vhi d pc-acp vvi pno31,
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12064
and to be accepted with him. and to be accepted with him.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1565
Page 423
12065
And therefore whereas formerly, he sent his messengers to none but to the people of the Jewish Nation,
And Therefore whereas formerly, he sent his messengers to none but to the people of the Jewish nation,
cc av cs av-j, pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1,
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12066
and gave them an express Injunction, Goe not into the way of the Gentiles:
and gave them an express Injunction, Go not into the Way of the Gentiles:
cc vvd pno32 dt j n1, vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j:
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12067
In which respect it was that Peter was scrupulous to preach the Gospel to Cornelius: Now he sends forth his Ministers to all the world to all Nations:
In which respect it was that Peter was scrupulous to preach the Gospel to Cornelius: Now he sends forth his Ministers to all the world to all nations:
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds d np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1: av pns31 vvz av po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d n2:
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12068
now he enlargeth their Commission, Go preach the Gospel to every Creature; So that we Gentiles are included in it.
now he enlarges their Commission, Go preach the Gospel to every Creature; So that we Gentiles Are included in it.
av pns31 vvz po32 n1, vvb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1; av cst pns12 n2-j vbr vvd p-acp pn31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12069
All Countreys, People, Callings, Nations, are alike to Christ in this respect; the publication of the Gospel and the tender of Salvation, belongeth to them all alike,
All Countries', People, Callings, nations, Are alike to christ in this respect; the publication of the Gospel and the tender of Salvation, belongeth to them all alike,
d ng2, n1, n2, n2, vbr av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j pp-f n1, vvz p-acp pno32 d av,
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12070
and if they entertain it and embrace it, whether they be Jews or Gentiles:
and if they entertain it and embrace it, whither they be jews or Gentiles:
cc cs pns32 vvb pn31 cc vvi pn31, cs pns32 vbb np2 cc np1:
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12071
whether they be Males or Females, whether they be bond or free, they shall have salvation by him.
whither they be Males or Females, whither they be bound or free, they shall have salvation by him.
cs pns32 vbb n2-jn cc n2-jn, cs pns32 vbb vvn cc j, pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31.
(50) part (DIV2)
1566
Page 423
12072
How great a cause have we my brethren, that are Gentiles, of rejoycing and thanksgiving, that Jesus Christ should send to us, that the word is come to us as it is to all the world, that we should have the Gospel published and revealed to us!
How great a cause have we my brothers, that Are Gentiles, of rejoicing and thanksgiving, that jesus christ should send to us, that the word is come to us as it is to all the world, that we should have the Gospel published and revealed to us!
c-crq j dt n1 vhb pns12 po11 n2, cst vbr np1, pp-f vvg cc n1, cst np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp d dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12!
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12073
That we, who formerly were utterly shut out from the enjoyment of the means of our salvation, should have as full and free a title to them now, as the very Iews themselves.
That we, who formerly were utterly shut out from the enjoyment of the means of our salvation, should have as full and free a title to them now, as the very Iews themselves.
cst pns12, r-crq av-j vbdr av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vmd vhi p-acp j cc j dt n1 p-acp pno32 av, c-acp dt j np2 px32.
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12074
Nay that we should have the preferment of the Jew, in that by the abundant blessing of the Lord upon the means, the Churches of the Gentiles (which were wholly desolate and barren heretofore) should be more fruitfull,
Nay that we should have the preferment of the Jew, in that by the abundant blessing of the Lord upon the means, the Churches of the Gentiles (which were wholly desolate and barren heretofore) should be more fruitful,
uh-x cst pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f dt np1, p-acp cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2, dt n2 pp-f dt np1 (r-crq vbdr av-jn j cc j av) vmd vbi av-dc j,
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12075
and have more encrease of children then she that sometimes had an husband.
and have more increase of children then she that sometime had an husband.
cc vhb dc n1 pp-f n2 cs pns31 cst av vhd dt n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12076
Oh let us magnifie the grace of Iesus Christ, let us adore the infiniteness of his mercy that he hath cast us on these happy times, wherein he takes such care of poor Gentiles, wherein he sends to them,
O let us magnify the grace of Iesus christ, let us adore the infiniteness of his mercy that he hath cast us on these happy times, wherein he Takes such care of poor Gentiles, wherein he sends to them,
uh vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d j n2, c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 pp-f j n2-j, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32,
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12077
and wherein he looks after them as if they were some rich purchase.
and wherein he looks After them as if they were Some rich purchase.
cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr d j n1.
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12078
Ah, my beloved, did we follow this mercy as far as we could reach it in our thoughts, we should at length (finding no end or bottom in it) cry out with the Apostle, Oh the depth of the riches, both of the wisdom and goodness of Christ, &c.
Ah, my Beloved, did we follow this mercy as Far as we could reach it in our thoughts, we should At length (finding no end or bottom in it) cry out with the Apostle, O the depth of the riches, both of the Wisdom and Goodness of christ, etc.
uh, po11 j-vvn, vdd pns12 vvi d n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd p-acp n1 (vvg dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31) vvb av p-acp dt n1, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n2, d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av
(50) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 423
12079
JOHN. 17.18. Even so have I also sent them into the world. DOCTRINE 3. There is a great similitude between the Fathers sending Christ into the world,JOHN. 17.18. Even so have I also sent them into the world. DOCTRINE 3. There is a great similitude between the Father's sending christ into the world,
np1. crd. av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1. n1 crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg np1 p-acp dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1567
Page 424
12080
and Christs sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world.
and Christ sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world.
cc npg1 n-vvg po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1568
Page 424
12081
THis is apparently suggested here in the particle as, and the particle also. As thou hast sent me into the world,
THis is apparently suggested Here in the particle as, and the particle also. As thou hast sent me into the world,
d vbz av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1 a-acp, cc dt n1 av. p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1569
Page 424
12140
He is endowed with all the graces of the Spirit of every sort, and every kind,
He is endowed with all the graces of the Spirit of every sort, and every kind,
pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc d n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12082
even so have I also sent them into the world. My sending them is much like thy sending me.even so have I also sent them into the world. My sending them is much like thy sending me.
av av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1. po11 vvg pno32 vbz av-d av-j po21 vvg pno11.
(51) part (DIV2)
1569
Page 424
12083
So he compares them each with other in another place, almost in the same words, Iohn 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
So he compares them each with other in Another place, almost in the same words, John 20.21. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
av pns31 vvz pno32 d p-acp j-jn p-acp j-jn n1, av p-acp dt d n2, np1 crd. p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22.
(51) part (DIV2)
1569
Page 424
12084
The thing is plain enough, that so it was in some respects.
The thing is plain enough, that so it was in Some respects.
dt n1 vbz j av-d, cst av pn31 vbds p-acp d n2.
(51) part (DIV2)
1569
Page 424
12085
But wherein, and in what respects this likeness stood, will need to be explained with much Caution.
But wherein, and in what respects this likeness stood, will need to be explained with much Caution.
cc-acp c-crq, cc p-acp r-crq vvz d n1 vvd, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1570
Page 424
12086
Because as there was great likeness between the Fathers sending Christ, and Christs sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world,
Because as there was great likeness between the Father's sending christ, and Christ sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world,
p-acp a-acp pc-acp vbds j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg np1, cc npg1 n-vvg po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1570
Page 424
12087
so there was a great unlikeness too. As the similitude was great, so certainly the dissimilitude was great too.
so there was a great unlikeness too. As the similitude was great, so Certainly the dissimilitude was great too.
av a-acp vbds dt j n1 av. p-acp dt n1 vbds j, av av-j dt n1 vbds j av.
(51) part (DIV2)
1570
Page 424
12088
And therefore while I shew the likness, I will shew you the unlikeness, both of them at one veiw, That you may see the one the better for the other.
And Therefore while I show the likeness, I will show you the unlikeness, both of them At one view, That you may see the one the better for the other.
cc av cs pns11 vvb dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1, d pp-f pno32 p-acp crd vvb, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt crd dt av-jc p-acp dt n-jn.
(51) part (DIV2)
1570
Page 424
12089
As God the Father sent the Son with authority and power, so Jesus Christ sends his Apostles and Ministers with authority and power too:
As God the Father sent the Son with Authority and power, so jesus christ sends his Apostles and Ministers with Authority and power too:
p-acp np1 dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av np1 np1 vvz po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 av:
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12090
as God gives him power, so he gives them power.
as God gives him power, so he gives them power.
c-acp np1 vvz pno31 n1, av pns31 vvz pno32 n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12091
And therefore having said to his Apostles, All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth, Mat. 28.18. he adds immediately in the very next words, Go ye therefore and teach all Nations and baptize them. q. d.
And Therefore having said to his Apostles, All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth, Mathew 28.18. he adds immediately in the very next words, Go you Therefore and teach all nations and baptise them. q. worser.
cc av vhg vvn p-acp po31 n2, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt av ord n2, vvb pn22 av cc vvi d n2 cc vvi pno32. sy. sy.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12092
because I have received such ample power my self, therefore I give you this Commission, by which I put a part of this authority and power on you;
Because I have received such ample power my self, Therefore I give you this Commission, by which I put a part of this Authority and power on you;
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn d j n1 po11 n1, av pns11 vvb pn22 d n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22;
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12093
Go forth and exercise it over all the world.
Go forth and exercise it over all the world.
vvb av cc vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12094
And this is that which the Apostle calls the power which Christ hath given him, 2 Cor. 13.10.
And this is that which the Apostle calls the power which christ hath given him, 2 Cor. 13.10.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31, crd np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12095
To intimate that he received his power and his authority by way of delegation from the Lord Christ,
To intimate that he received his power and his Authority by Way of delegation from the Lord christ,
p-acp vvi cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 np1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12096
as Christ received his power and his authority (as he is man and Mediator) by way of delegation from the Father;
as christ received his power and his Authority (as he is man and Mediator) by Way of delegation from the Father;
c-acp np1 vvd po31 n1 cc po31 n1 (c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1) p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12097
and as the Father gives the Son a Key of power, as you may see in that remarkable place, Isa. 22.22.
and as the Father gives the Son a Key of power, as you may see in that remarkable place, Isaiah 22.22.
cc c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12098
The Key of the house of David will I lay upon his shoulder, (that is, upon the shoulder of Eliakim who was in that respect a figure and a Type of Christ,) and he shall open and none shall shut, The Key of the house of David will I lay upon his shoulder, (that is, upon the shoulder of Eliakim who was in that respect a figure and a Type of christ,) and he shall open and none shall shut,
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po31 n1, (cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbds p-acp d n1 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1,) cc pns31 vmb vvi cc pix vmb vvi,
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12099
and he shall shut and none shall open: and he shall shut and none shall open:
cc pns31 vmb vvi cc pix vmb vvi:
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12100
so Christ gives Keyes of power to his Apostles and his Ministers, as you may see exemplified in Peter, Mat. 16.19.
so christ gives Keys of power to his Apostles and his Ministers, as you may see exemplified in Peter, Mathew 16.19.
av np1 vvz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12101
I will give thee (saith Christ) the Keyes of the Kingdom of heaven, I will give thee (Says christ) the Keys of the Kingdom of heaven,
pns11 vmb vvi pno21 (vvz np1) dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12162
That is the sum of their Commission, Mar. 16.15. Go preach the Gospel to every Creature.
That is the sum of their Commission, Mar. 16.15. Go preach the Gospel to every Creature.
cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, np1 crd. vvb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 427
12102
and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth, shall be bound in heaven, and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth, shall be loosed in heaven, viz. either in the preaching of the word,and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth, shall be bound in heaven, and whatsoever thou shalt lose on earth, shall be loosed in heaven, viz. either in the preaching of the word,
cc r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1 av-d p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12103
or in the regular administration of the censures of the Church.
or in the regular administration of the censures of the Church.
cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1571
Page 424
12104
Here is a great Similitude you see between the power with which the Father sendeth Christ,
Here is a great Similitude you see between the power with which the Father sends christ,
av vbz dt j n1 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz np1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1572
Page 425
12105
and the power with which Christ sendeth his Apostles and his Ministers into the world.
and the power with which christ sends his Apostles and his Ministers into the world.
cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz po31 n2 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1572
Page 425
12106
As Christ hath power to shut and open from the Father, so have they from Jesus Christ;
As christ hath power to shut and open from the Father, so have they from jesus christ;
p-acp np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi cc j p-acp dt n1, av vhb pns32 p-acp np1 np1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1572
Page 425
12107
as Christ hath power to bind and loose from God the Father, so have they from Jesus Christ.
as christ hath power to bind and lose from God the Father, so have they from jesus christ.
c-acp np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 dt n1, av vhb pns32 p-acp np1 np1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1572
Page 425
12108
As Christ hath power to remit sins, and to retain them from the Father, so have they from Christ;
As christ hath power to remit Sins, and to retain them from the Father, so have they from christ;
p-acp np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, av vhb pns32 p-acp np1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1572
Page 425
12109
and therefore having said to his Apostles, As my Father hath sent me, so send I you, he adds immediately in the next verse save one, Whosesoever sins ye remit, they are remitted, and whosesoever sins ye retain they are retained.
and Therefore having said to his Apostles, As my Father hath sent me, so send I you, he adds immediately in the next verse save one, Whosesoever Sins you remit, they Are remitted, and whosesoever Sins you retain they Are retained.
cc av vhg vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22, pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp crd, av n2 pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn, cc av n2 pn22 vvb pns32 vbr vvn.
(51) part (DIV2)
1572
Page 425
12110
But yet as the similitude is great in this respect, so is the dissimilitude: The power which Jesus Christ received from God the Father, is an universal power.
But yet as the similitude is great in this respect, so is the dissimilitude: The power which jesus christ received from God the Father, is an universal power.
cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, av vbz dt n1: dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, vbz dt j n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12111
All power is given to me, saith our Saviour, both in heaven and in earth, Mat. 28.19.All power is given to me, Says our Saviour, both in heaven and in earth, Mathew 28.19.
d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, vvz po12 n1, d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12112
And in another place, he minds his Father, That he had given him power over all flesh, Joh. 17.2.
And in Another place, he minds his Father, That he had given him power over all Flesh, John 17.2.
cc p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1, cst pns31 vhd vvn pno31 n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12113
But now that power which the Apostles and the Ministers of Christ received from him, is more particular and more confined.
But now that power which the Apostles and the Ministers of christ received from him, is more particular and more confined.
p-acp av d n1 r-crq dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, vbz av-dc j cc av-dc vvn.
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12114
Jesus Christ hath all power, all sorts and all degrees of power; they have but some power, some sorts, and some measures.
jesus christ hath all power, all sorts and all Degrees of power; they have but Some power, Some sorts, and Some measures.
np1 np1 vhz d n1, d n2 cc d n2 pp-f n1; pns32 vhb p-acp d n1, d n2, cc d n2.
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12115
The power which Jesus Christ receives from God the Father, is a Kingly power; he sets him up as King upon his holy hill of Sion;
The power which jesus christ receives from God the Father, is a Kingly power; he sets him up as King upon his holy hill of Sion;
dt n1 r-crq np1 np1 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1, vbz dt j n1; pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12116
and so accordingly he crowns him: The power which they receive from Christ, is but a Ministerial power.
and so accordingly he crowns him: The power which they receive from christ, is but a Ministerial power.
cc av av-vvg pns31 vvz pno31: dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1, vbz p-acp dt j n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12117
Christ hath a Legislative power to make laws, while they have but a Legis-narrative or Declaratory power to publish laws:
christ hath a Legislative power to make laws, while they have but a Legis-narrative or Declaratory power to publish laws:
np1 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cs pns32 vhb p-acp dt j cc n1 n1 pc-acp vvi n2:
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12118
Christ doth jus dare, and they do but jus dicere: Christ binds and looses, shuts and opens, remitteth and retaineth sins, authoritatively as a Soveraign Lord;
christ does jus Dare, and they do but jus dicere: christ binds and looses, shuts and Opens, remitteth and retaineth Sins, authoritatively as a Sovereign Lord;
np1 vdz fw-la vvb, cc pns32 vdb p-acp fw-la fw-la: np1 vvz cc vvz, vvz cc vvz, vvz cc vvz n2, av-j c-acp dt j-jn n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12119
they do it but declaratively as his Ministers and servants. There is a great similitude between the Fathers sending Christ, &c. in regard of qualification:
they do it but declaratively as his Ministers and Servants. There is a great similitude between the Father's sending christ, etc. in regard of qualification:
pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp av-j c-acp po31 n2 cc n2. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg np1, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1573
Page 425
12120
as Christ receives an unction from the Father to his Office, so they received an unction from the Son to their Office;
as christ receives an unction from the Father to his Office, so they received an unction from the Son to their Office;
c-acp np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12281
Or truly sanctified, as it is rendred in the Margine;
Or truly sanctified, as it is rendered in the Margin;
cc av-j vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12121
as Christ is qualified with the Spirit, so are they: Let us compare them each with other, and we shall see it very clear:
as christ is qualified with the Spirit, so Are they: Let us compare them each with other, and we shall see it very clear:
c-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, av vbr pns32: vvb pno12 vvi pno32 d p-acp n-jn, cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av j:
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12122
The Prophet speaking in the Person of our Saviour, saith, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, he hath anointed me to preach, Isa. 61.1.
The Prophet speaking in the Person of our Saviour, Says, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, he hath anointed me to preach, Isaiah 61.1.
dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12123
And so accordingly when he first began to preach, he took this very Text to preach upon,
And so accordingly when he First began to preach, he took this very Text to preach upon,
cc av av-vvg c-crq pns31 ord vvd pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp,
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12124
as you may see, Luk. 4.18. Behold my servant (saith the Lord) whom I uphold, Isa. 42.1. and mine Elect in whom my soul delighteth;
as you may see, Luk. 4.18. Behold my servant (Says the Lord) whom I uphold, Isaiah 42.1. and mine Elect in whom my soul delights;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. vvb po11 n1 (vvz dt n1) ro-crq pns11 vvb, np1 crd. cc po11 j-vvn p-acp ro-crq po11 n1 vvz;
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12125
I have put my Spirit upon him, and that to qualifie him for his Office, as is apparent in the following words;I have put my Spirit upon him, and that to qualify him for his Office, as is apparent in the following words;
pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp pno31, cc cst pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt vvg n2;
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12126
for it is added presently, That he shall bring forth judgement to the Gentiles.
for it is added presently, That he shall bring forth judgement to the Gentiles.
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cst pns31 vmb vvi av n1 p-acp dt n2-j.
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12127
A bruised reed shall he not break, &c. And this is that which is suggested in the Prophesie, Isa. 11.2. The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, and it shall rest upon him in those graces and endowments that fit him for the places to which he is designed.A Bruised reed shall he not break, etc. And this is that which is suggested in the Prophesy, Isaiah 11.2. The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, and it shall rest upon him in those graces and endowments that fit him for the places to which he is designed.
dt j-vvn n1 vmb pns31 xx vvi, av cc d vbz d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt vvb, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 cc n2 cst vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn.
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12128
And hence it is immediately annexed, The Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, the Spirit of counsel and of might, the spirit of knowledge,
And hence it is immediately annexed, The Spirit of Wisdom and of understanding, the Spirit of counsel and of might, the Spirit of knowledge,
cc av pn31 vbz av-j vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12129
and the fear of the Lord.
and the Fear of the Lord.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12130
So then you see the Father as he sends Christ, so he endues him with the Spirit, to fit him for the business that he sends him in.
So then you see the Father as he sends christ, so he endues him with the Spirit, to fit him for the business that he sends him in.
av cs pn22 vvb dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz np1, av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp.
(51) part (DIV2)
1574
Page 425
12131
But doth our Saviour so with his Apostles and his Ministers? yes, my Beloved, just so:
But does our Saviour so with his Apostles and his Ministers? yes, my beloved, just so:
cc-acp vdz po12 n1 av p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2? uh, po11 j-vvn, av av:
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12132
he qualifies them with the Spirit too: and therefore having said to his Apostles and his Messengers, Joh. 20.22. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
he Qualifies them with the Spirit too: and Therefore having said to his Apostles and his Messengers, John 20.22. As my Father hath sent me, so send I you.
pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 av: cc av vhg vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2, np1 crd. p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, av vvb pns11 pn22.
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12133
The very next words are, And when he had said thus, he breathed on them, and said unto them, receive the Holy Ghost.
The very next words Are, And when he had said thus, he breathed on them, and said unto them, receive the Holy Ghost.
dt av ord n2 vbr, cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn av, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, cc vvd p-acp pno32, vvb dt j n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12134
And so accordingly the Holy Ghost fell upon them abundantly to fill them and enable them for their Ministerial Office,
And so accordingly the Holy Ghost fell upon them abundantly to fill them and enable them for their Ministerial Office,
cc av av-vvg av j n1 vvd p-acp pno32 av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12135
even as they were about to go abroad and preach.
even as they were about to go abroad and preach.
av c-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp pc-acp vvi av cc vvi.
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12136
Act. 2. Here is a greater similitude you see, between the Fathers sending Christ into the world,Act. 2. Here is a greater similitude you see, between the Father's sending christ into the world,
n1 crd av vbz dt jc n1 pn22 vvb, p-acp dt n2 vvg np1 p-acp dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12137
and Christs sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world, in regard of qualification. But yet as the similitude is great, so is the dissimilitude in this too.
and Christ sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world, in regard of qualification. But yet as the similitude is great, so is the dissimilitude in this too.
cc npg1 n-vvg po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz j, av vbz dt n1 p-acp d av.
(51) part (DIV2)
1575
Page 426
12138
The unction which the Ministers of Christ received from him, though it be like the unction which Christ himself receiveth from the Father in the thing,
The unction which the Ministers of christ received from him, though it be like the unction which christ himself receives from the Father in the thing,
dt n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, cs pn31 vbb av-j dt n1 r-crq np1 px31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12139
yet it is nothing like it in the measure and degree. Though they be both the unction of the Spirit, Christs is surpassingly, transcendently beyond theirs;
yet it is nothing like it in the measure and degree. Though they be both the unction of the Spirit, Christ is surpassingly, transcendently beyond theirs;
av pn31 vbz pix av-j pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1. cs pns32 vbb d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, npg1 vbz av-vvg, av-j p-acp png32;
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12141
so that not one of them is wanting in him: And therefore it is said in Scripture, that in him all fulness dwells;
so that not one of them is wanting in him: And Therefore it is said in Scripture, that in him all fullness dwells;
av cst xx pi pp-f pno32 vbz vvg p-acp pno31: cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst p-acp pno31 d n1 vvz;
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12142
that is, the fulness of all graces whatsoever.
that is, the fullness of all graces whatsoever.
cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq.
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12143
But now, my Brethren, in the Ministers of Christ it is not so, in them there is a division of graces (though not of the graces of Sanctification) yet of the graces of Edification,
But now, my Brothers, in the Ministers of christ it is not so, in them there is a division of graces (though not of the graces of Sanctification) yet of the graces of Edification,
p-acp av, po11 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz xx av, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 (cs xx pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1) av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12144
and one is made partaker of a gift which another hath not.
and one is made partaker of a gift which Another hath not.
cc crd vbz vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq n-jn vhz xx.
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12145
There are diversities of gifts, saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. to one is given by the Spirit the word of knowledge, to another prophesie, &c. But all these concur and ••er in Jesus Christ,
There Are diversities of Gifts, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. to one is given by the Spirit the word of knowledge, to Another prophesy, etc. But all these concur and ••er in jesus christ,
pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd p-acp crd vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn vvb, av p-acp d d vvb cc vvi p-acp np1 np1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12146
so that he is in this respect inricht above them all.
so that he is in this respect enriched above them all.
av cst pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno32 d.
(51) part (DIV2)
1576
Page 426
12147
And as our Saviour is qualified by the Father, with all kinds and sorts of graces,
And as our Saviour is qualified by the Father, with all Kinds and sorts of graces,
cc p-acp po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2,
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12148
so with all measures and degrees;
so with all measures and Degrees;
av p-acp d n2 cc n2;
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12149
As he hath all graces in him, so each of them is raised and intended to the highest measure,
As he hath all graces in him, so each of them is raised and intended to the highest measure,
c-acp pns31 vhz d n2 p-acp pno31, av d pp-f pno32 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt js n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12150
so that there can be nothing added to it, to make it more compleat and perfect.
so that there can be nothing added to it, to make it more complete and perfect.
av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc j cc j.
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12151
Indeed, my Brethren, he received not the Spirit by measure from the Father, as the Evangelist observes, John 4.32. but beyond all measure.
Indeed, my Brothers, he received not the Spirit by measure from the Father, as the Evangelist observes, John 4.32. but beyond all measure.
np1, po11 n2, pns31 vvd xx dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc-acp p-acp d n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12152
But now the Ministers of Christ receive from him but a measure of grace, as the expression is, Rom. 12.3.
But now the Ministers of christ receive from him but a measure of grace, as the expression is, Rom. 12.3.
p-acp av dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12153
So much as he sees fit to qualifie them for the work that he imploys them in,
So much as he sees fit to qualify them for the work that he employs them in,
av av-d c-acp pns31 vvz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp,
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12154
as you may see, Eph. 4.8.
as you may see, Ephesians 4.8.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12155
When he ascended up on high, he gave gifts unto men, for the work of the Ministry, When he ascended up on high, he gave Gifts unto men, for the work of the Ministry,
c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12156
and for the edifying of the body of it. and for the edifying of the body of it.
cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(51) part (DIV2)
1577
Page 426
12157
There is a great similitude between the Fathers sending Christ into the world, and Christs sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world, in relation to the Errand that both of them are sent in.
There is a great similitude between the Father's sending christ into the world, and Christ sending his Apostles and Ministers into the world, in Relation to the Errand that both of them Are sent in.
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg np1 p-acp dt n1, cc npg1 n-vvg po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 426
12158
Christ sends his Ministers into the world, upon the very same errand that the Father sent him into the world.
christ sends his Ministers into the world, upon the very same errand that the Father sent him into the world.
np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j d n1 cst dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 426
12159
For mark it, why did God the Father send Christ into the world? Truly my Brethren, to be his spokesman unto the world,
For mark it, why did God the Father send christ into the world? Truly my Brothers, to be his spokesman unto the world,
p-acp n1 pn31, q-crq vdd np1 dt n1 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1? np1 po11 n2, pc-acp vbi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 426
12160
as the Apostle shews, God who in times past spoke to the Fathers by the Prophets, hath in these last days, spoken to us by his Son;
as the Apostle shows, God who in times past spoke to the Father's by the prophets, hath in these last days, spoken to us by his Son;
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 r-crq p-acp n2 j vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vhz p-acp d ord n2, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 426
12161
To preach the Gospel to the world: He hath anointed me to preach, saith Christ, Luk. 4.18. To preach what? to preach the Gospel to the poor, to heal the broken-hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives, &c. And why did Christ send his Apostles and Ministers into the world? Why to preach the Gospel too.
To preach the Gospel to the world: He hath anointed me to preach, Says christ, Luk. 4.18. To preach what? to preach the Gospel to the poor, to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives, etc. And why did christ send his Apostles and Ministers into the world? Why to preach the Gospel too.
pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1: pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi, vvz np1, np1 crd. p-acp vvi q-crq? pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, av cc q-crq vdd np1 vvi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1? q-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 av.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 426
12163
The Ministers of Christ are separated to the Gospel, as Rom. 1.1. They must preach all Gospel, or else all for Gospel ends.
The Ministers of christ Are separated to the Gospel, as Rom. 1.1. They must preach all Gospel, or Else all for Gospel ends.
dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 crd. pns32 vmb vvi d n1, cc av d p-acp n1 vvz.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 427
12164
They must preach Law with Gospel purposes, and Evangelical intentions.
They must preach Law with Gospel Purposes, and Evangelical intentions.
pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1 n2, cc np1 n2.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 427
12165
So that the Father sends the Son, and the Son sends his Apostles and Ministers upon very the same errand;
So that the Father sends the Son, and the Son sends his Apostles and Ministers upon very the same errand;
av cst dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp j dt d n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 427
12166
here the similitude is very great.
Here the similitude is very great.
av dt n1 vbz av j.
(51) part (DIV2)
1578
Page 427
12167
But then the dissimilitude is very great too, in that the Son whom God the Father sends, is transcendently above the Ministers whom Christ sends, in the very same business;
But then the dissimilitude is very great too, in that the Son whom God the Father sends, is transcendently above the Ministers whom christ sends, in the very same business;
p-acp av dt n1 vbz av j av, p-acp d dt n1 ro-crq np1 dt n1 vvz, vbz av-j p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vvz, p-acp dt av d n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12168
both are Apostles, but Christ is the chief Apostle; both are Preachers of the Gospel, but Christ is the chief Preacher:
both Are Apostles, but christ is the chief Apostle; both Are Preachers of the Gospel, but christ is the chief Preacher:
d vbr n2, cc-acp np1 vbz dt j-jn n1; d vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp np1 vbz dt j-jn n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12169
He preaches it with such authority as they are not invested with, and with such efficacy too,
He Preaches it with such Authority as they Are not invested with, and with such efficacy too,
pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp, cc p-acp d n1 av,
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12170
as they can never reach to; He preaches by the Spirit to the heart and to the inward man;
as they can never reach to; He Preaches by the Spirit to the heart and to the inward man;
c-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt j n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12171
and so he doth it with infallible success:
and so he does it with infallible success:
cc av pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp j n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12172
They can preach only to the ear, and to the outward man, and hence they often fail of the desired issue:
They can preach only to the ear, and to the outward man, and hence they often fail of the desired issue:
pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, cc av pns32 av vvb pp-f dt j-vvn n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12173
they spend their strength in vain, as the Prophet once complained. Indeed the efficacy of their preaching dependeth wholly on the work and power of Christ.
they spend their strength in vain, as the Prophet once complained. Indeed the efficacy of their preaching dependeth wholly on the work and power of christ.
pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp j, c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd. np1 dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg vvz av-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12174
So that you see he is transcendently above them in the same business.
So that you see he is transcendently above them in the same business.
av cst pn22 vvb pns31 vbz av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt d n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1579
Page 427
12175
And then besides, Jesus Christ is sent on business which they are not to touch with.
And then beside, jesus christ is sent on business which they Are not to touch with.
cc av a-acp, np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 r-crq pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp.
(51) part (DIV2)
1580
Page 427
12176
He is sent about the work of mans Redemption, of satisfaction to the justice of his Father, by his bitter death and passion, which is too heavy and too hard for any Man or Angel to go through with,
He is sent about the work of men Redemption, of satisfaction to the Justice of his Father, by his bitter death and passion, which is too heavy and too hard for any Man or Angel to go through with,
pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz av j cc av av-j c-acp d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp,
(51) part (DIV2)
1580
Page 427
12177
or to have a hand in.
or to have a hand in.
cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp.
(51) part (DIV2)
1580
Page 427
12178
There is a great similitude between the Fathers sending, &c. in relation to the end that both of them are sent for.
There is a great similitude between the Father's sending, etc. in Relation to the end that both of them Are sent for.
pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12179
Christ sends his Ministers into the world, for the very same end that God the Father sent him.
christ sends his Ministers into the world, for the very same end that God the Father sent him.
np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j d n1 cst np1 dt n1 vvd pno31.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12180
For why did God the Father send his Son into the world? To save his people,
For why did God the Father send his Son into the world? To save his people,
p-acp q-crq vdd np1 dt n1 vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp p-acp po31 n1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12181
as the expression is, Mat. 1.21. In which respect his Father would not have him called Apollyon, a destroyer, but Jesus a Saviour.
as the expression is, Mathew 1.21. In which respect his Father would not have him called Apollyon, a destroyer, but jesus a Saviour.
c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd. p-acp r-crq n1 po31 n1 vmd xx vhi pno31 vvn np1, dt n1, cc-acp np1 dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12182
It's true, that Christ is set and appointed by his Father, for the fall and rising again of many:
It's true, that christ is Set and appointed by his Father, for the fallen and rising again of many:
pn31|vbz j, cst np1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc vvg av pp-f d:
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12183
As for the rising of believers, so for the fall of unbelievers. But this is but by accident, and besides the main intention of God in sending, and Christ in coming.
As for the rising of believers, so for the fallen of unbelievers. But this is but by accident, and beside the main intention of God in sending, and christ in coming.
c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. p-acp d vbz cc-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg, cc np1 p-acp vvg.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12184
He doth not cause the fall of such as perish, so properly and so directly, as the rising of such are saved by him.
He does not cause the fallen of such as perish, so properly and so directly, as the rising of such Are saved by him.
pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vvb, av av-j cc av av-j, c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d vbr vvn p-acp pno31.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12185
Indeed he came into world to save sinners, 1 Tim, 1.15. not to destroy sinners.
Indeed he Come into world to save Sinners, 1 Tim, 1.15. not to destroy Sinners.
av pns31 vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2, vvn np1, crd. xx pc-acp vvi n2.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12186
It's true, that sinners are destroyed by him, but this was not the proper end of his coming.
It's true, that Sinners Are destroyed by him, but this was not the proper end of his coming.
pn31|vbz j, cst n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp d vbds xx dt j n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12187
God did not send his Son to condemn the world, but to save the world, Joh. 3.17.God did not send his Son to condemn the world, but to save the world, John 3.17.
np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12188
And so our Saviour Christ himself professeth, Joh. 12.47. I came not to judge the world, but to save the world.
And so our Saviour christ himself Professes, John 12.47. I Come not to judge the world, but to save the world.
cc av po12 n1 np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd. pns11 vvd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12189
Even so he sent his Ministers for the very same end, to work together with him in the Conversion and the Salvation of his people, by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe, 1 Cor. 1.21. To save themselves and those that hear them, 1 Tim. 4.16. Here the Similitude again is great, between the Fathers sending Christ, &c. in relation to the end that both of them are sent for.
Even so he sent his Ministers for the very same end, to work together with him in the Conversion and the Salvation of his people, by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe, 1 Cor. 1.21. To save themselves and those that hear them, 1 Tim. 4.16. Here the Similitude again is great, between the Father's sending christ, etc. in Relation to the end that both of them Are sent for.
av av pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt j d n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb, vvn np1 crd. p-acp vvi px32 cc d cst vvb pno32, crd np1 crd. av dt n1 av vbz j, p-acp dt n2 vvg np1, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp.
(51) part (DIV2)
1581
Page 427
12190
But then the dissimilitude is great too, In that the Father sends the Son to save his people by his merit and his Spirit.
But then the dissimilitude is great too, In that the Father sends the Son to save his people by his merit and his Spirit.
p-acp av dt n1 vbz j av, p-acp d dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1582
Page 428
12191
The Son sends his Ministers to save them by the application of his merit and his Spirit to them in the preaching of the Gospel:
The Son sends his Ministers to save them by the application of his merit and his Spirit to them in the preaching of the Gospel:
dt n1 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1582
Page 428
12192
The Father sends the Son to save them by dying for them;
The Father sends the Son to save them by dying for them;
dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32;
(51) part (DIV2)
1582
Page 428
12193
the Son sends his Ministers to save them by preaching to them, and so by crucifying Christ again before their eyes, as Gal. 3.1. The Father sends his Son to save his people meritoriously, and by way of effectual operation:
the Son sends his Ministers to save them by preaching to them, and so by crucifying christ again before their eyes, as Gal. 3.1. The Father sends his Son to save his people meritoriously, and by Way of effectual operation:
dt n1 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, cc av p-acp vvg np1 av p-acp po32 n2, c-acp np1 crd. dt n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-j, cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1582
Page 428
12194
The Son sends his Ministers to save them Ministerially, and by way of vocal Declaration;
The Son sends his Ministers to save them Ministerially, and by Way of vocal Declaration;
dt n1 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jn, cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1582
Page 428
12195
so that Christ only is the proper Saviour, and Ministers at most are but the Instrumental Saviours of his people.
so that christ only is the proper Saviour, and Ministers At most Are but the Instrumental Saviors of his people.
av cst np1 av-j vbz dt j n1, cc n2 p-acp ds vbr cc-acp dt j ng1 pp-f po31 n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1582
Page 428
12196
Now is it so, my Brethren, That there is a great similitude between the Fathers sending, &c. Here then, my Brethren, is a perfect pattern for all the Minsters of Jesus Christ:
Now is it so, my Brothers, That there is a great similitude between the Father's sending, etc. Here then, my Brothers, is a perfect pattern for all the Ministers of jesus christ:
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg, av av av, po11 n2, vbz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 np1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12197
they must look on him that sent them, and see what power he was endued withal, what errand he was sent on,
they must look on him that sent them, and see what power he was endued withal, what errand he was sent on,
pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno32, cc vvb r-crq n1 pns31 vbds vvn av, q-crq n1 pns31 vbds vvn a-acp,
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12198
and for what ends, and so act accordingly.
and for what ends, and so act accordingly.
cc p-acp r-crq n2, cc av vvb av-vvg.
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12199
As God invested him with power, and sent him into the world to preach the Gospel, and to save his people:
As God invested him with power, and sent him into the world to preach the Gospel, and to save his people:
p-acp np1 vvn pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12200
So Jesus Christ hath invested them with power to do the same thing, for the same end;
So jesus christ hath invested them with power to do the same thing, for the same end;
av np1 np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi dt d n1, p-acp dt d n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12201
So that they must not aim at the destruction and the hardning of the people;
So that they must not aim At the destruction and the hardening of the people;
av cst pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12202
No, they must make this their business, how they may bring about their conversion and salvation.
No, they must make this their business, how they may bring about their conversion and salvation.
uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi d po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12203
It's true, they must be sons of Thunder now and then, as well as sons of Consolation;
It's true, they must be Sons of Thunder now and then, as well as Sons of Consolation;
pn31|vbz j, pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1 av cc av, c-acp av c-acp n2 pp-f n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12438
for is not this the blood of Jesus Christ? He shed his blood to purifie me,
for is not this the blood of jesus christ? He shed his blood to purify me,
c-acp vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno11,
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 437
12204
they must preach the Law sometimes, as well as the sweet comforts of the Gospel; they must threaten men sometimes with wrath, and hell, and eternal condemnation:
they must preach the Law sometime, as well as the sweet comforts of the Gospel; they must threaten men sometime with wrath, and hell, and Eternal condemnation:
pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 av, c-acp av c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; pns32 vmb vvi n2 av p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12205
But then they must not do it so as wishing that these things might come upon them,
But then they must not do it so as wishing that these things might come upon them,
cc-acp cs pns32 vmb xx vdi pn31 av c-acp vvg cst d n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno32,
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12206
but rather that they might avoid them. They must threaten them with wrath, that they may flee from the wrath to come;
but rather that they might avoid them. They must threaten them with wrath, that they may flee from the wrath to come;
cc-acp av-c cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32. pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12207
and threaten with hell, that they may escape the damnation of hell; they must preach the Law with Gospel purposes and Evangelical intentions;
and threaten with hell, that they may escape the damnation of hell; they must preach the Law with Gospel Purposes and Evangelical intentions;
cc vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 n2 cc np1 n2;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12208
they must send out the avenger of blood to dog them at the heels, that they may fly to the City of refuge:
they must send out the avenger of blood to dog them At the heels, that they may fly to the city of refuge:
pns32 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12209
They must use sharpness now and then, it cannot be avoided;
They must use sharpness now and then, it cannot be avoided;
pns32 vmb vvi n1 av cc av, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12210
But it must be for the same end that the Apostle speaks of, 2 Cor. 13.10. where having minded the Corinthians, that in case he must use sharpness, according to the power the Lord had given him, he had authority from Christ to do it;
But it must be for the same end that the Apostle speaks of, 2 Cor. 13.10. where having minded the Corinthians, that in case he must use sharpness, according to the power the Lord had given him, he had Authority from christ to do it;
cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt d n1 cst dt n1 vvz pp-f, crd np1 crd. c-crq vhg vvn dt np1, cst p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vhd vvn pno31, pns31 vhd n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pn31;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12211
but mark in the succeeding words to what end; for edification, and not for destruction; according to the power the Lord hath given me for edification, and not for destruction:
but mark in the succeeding words to what end; for edification, and not for destruction; according to the power the Lord hath given me for edification, and not for destruction:
cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n2 p-acp r-crq n1; p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1; vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12212
And therefore it is very notable, that when our Saviour Christ had said to his Disciples, All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth:
And Therefore it is very notable, that when our Saviour christ had said to his Disciples, All power is given to me both in heaven and in earth:
cc av pn31 vbz av j, cst c-crq po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n2, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12213
and having put a part of that power and authority of his on his Apostles, having sent them as his Father sent him, he doth not say to them as God doth to the Prophet, Jer. 1.10. I have set you over the Nations, and over the Kingdoms, to root out and to destroy;
and having put a part of that power and Authority of his on his Apostles, having sent them as his Father sent him, he does not say to them as God does to the Prophet, Jer. 1.10. I have Set you over the nations, and over the Kingdoms, to root out and to destroy;
cc vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f png31 p-acp po31 n2, vhg vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp np1 vdz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi av cc pc-acp vvi;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12214
but I have sent you to the Nations to teach them, and to baptize them, that they may be saved:
but I have sent you to the nations to teach them, and to baptise them, that they may be saved:
p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn:
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12215
He doth not make them rooters, but planters;
He does not make them rooters, but planters;
pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 n2, cc-acp n2;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12216
he doth not bid them to go out, and preach damnation to the people in the first place;
he does not bid them to go out, and preach damnation to the people in the First place;
pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12217
but go and preach the Gospel to them, that they may be saved.
but go and preach the Gospel to them, that they may be saved.
cc-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn.
(51) part (DIV2)
1583
Page 428
12218
And the Apostle speaking of the execution of this Commission, and authority in the Administration of the censures of the Church, saith, he would give a foul offendor up to Satan,
And the Apostle speaking of the execution of this Commission, and Authority in the Administration of the censures of the Church, Says, he would give a foul Offender up to Satan,
cc dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz, pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 a-acp p-acp np1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12219
for no other end but this, even for his good, and his salvation, 1 Cor. 5.34.
for no other end but this, even for his good, and his salvation, 1 Cor. 5.34.
c-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, av p-acp po31 j, cc po31 n1, crd np1 crd.
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12220
I have already judged, saith he, concerning him that hath so done this deed, with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ, to deliver him to Satan, I have already judged, Says he, Concerning him that hath so done this deed, with the power of our Lord jesus christ, to deliver him to Satan,
pns11 vhb av vvn, vvz pns31, vvg pno31 cst vhz av vdn d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1,
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12221
for the destruction of the flesh, the carnal part, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord: for the destruction of the Flesh, the carnal part, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord:
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12439
and to make me clean from such sins as these are.
and to make me clean from such Sins as these Are.
cc pc-acp vvi pno11 j p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 437
12222
So that when we threaten judgement, when we retain the sins of men, when we give them up to Satan either in preaching or in Church-censure, our aim is, that their corruption may be mortified,
So that when we threaten judgement, when we retain the Sins of men, when we give them up to Satan either in preaching or in Church censure, our aim is, that their corruption may be mortified,
av cst c-crq pns12 vvb n1, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp np1 av-d p-acp vvg cc p-acp n1, po12 n1 vbz, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn,
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12223
and that their spirits may be saved by this means:
and that their spirits may be saved by this means:
cc cst po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2:
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12224
And all the Ministers of Christ ought to have this continually in their eye, how they may reach this great end;
And all the Ministers of christ ought to have this continually in their eye, how they may reach this great end;
cc d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd p-acp vhb d av-j p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi d j n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12225
they must remember that Jesus Christ hath sent them, as God the Father sent him,
they must Remember that jesus christ hath sent them, as God the Father sent him,
pns32 vmb vvi cst np1 np1 vhz vvn pno32, c-acp np1 dt n1 vvd pno31,
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12226
and that was not to condemn the world, but that the world by him might be saved.
and that was not to condemn the world, but that the world by him might be saved.
cc cst vbds xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn.
(51) part (DIV2)
1584
Page 429
12227
And thus of the First Argument, with which our Saviour presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles for Sanctification, which hath been taken from the business and imployment that he is setting them about, viz, the very same in some respect, which he himself hath hitherto sustained and undergone by the appointment of the Father.
And thus of the First Argument, with which our Saviour Presseth and enforceth his Petition to his Father, in behalf of his Apostles for Sanctification, which hath been taken from the business and employment that he is setting them about, videlicet, the very same in Some respect, which he himself hath hitherto sustained and undergone by the appointment of the Father.
cc av pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz po31 vvb p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vbz vvg pno32 a-acp, av, dt av d p-acp d n1, r-crq pns31 px31 vhz av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(51) part (DIV2)
1585
Page 429
12228
Sanctifie them with thy Truth, thy Word is Truth. Why, might the Father answer, why so? Cause enough saith Jesus Christ;Sanctify them with thy Truth, thy Word is Truth. Why, might the Father answer, why so? Cause enough Says jesus christ;
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz n1. q-crq, vmd dt n1 n1, uh-crq av? n1 av-d vvz np1 np1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1585
Page 429
12229
for as thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world;
for as thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I also sent them into the world;
p-acp c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, j av vhb pns11 av vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1;
(51) part (DIV2)
1585
Page 429
12230
and therefore thou hadst need to sanctifie them, that so they may be fitted and enabled for such a service as this is.
and Therefore thou Hadst need to sanctify them, that so they may be fitted and enabled for such a service as this is.
cc av pns21 vhd2 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cst av pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(51) part (DIV2)
1585
Page 429
12231
JOHN 17.19. JOHN 17.19.
np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1585
Page 429
12232
And for their sakes I sanctifie my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.
And for their sakes I sanctify my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.
cc p-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1, cst pns32 av vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1586
Page 429
12233
PRoceed we to the Second Argument with which he backs the same Petition, and it is taken from the end, for which he sanctified himself;
PRoceed we to the Second Argument with which he backs the same Petition, and it is taken from the end, for which he sanctified himself;
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 n2 dt d vvb, cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd px31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1587
Page 429
12234
And for their sakes I sanctifie my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth. q. d. And for their sakes I sanctify my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth. q. worser.
cc p-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1, cst pns32 av vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. sy. sy.
(52) part (DIV2)
1587
Page 429
12235
It was the very end at which I aimed in sanctifying of my self that they might be sanctified;
It was the very end At which I aimed in sanctifying of my self that they might be sanctified;
pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp vvg pp-f po11 n1 cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn;
(52) part (DIV2)
1587
Page 429
12236
it was my scope and drift in that business;
it was my scope and drift in that business;
pn31 vbds po11 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1587
Page 429
12237
and therefore I beseech thee Father, let me not be disappointed of my purpose, let not this great design of mine be frustrated,
and Therefore I beseech thee Father, let me not be disappointed of my purpose, let not this great Design of mine be frustrated,
cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno11 xx vbi vvn pp-f po11 n1, vvb xx d j n1 pp-f png11 vbb vvn,
(52) part (DIV2)
1587
Page 429
12238
but do thou sanctifie them with the truth, because I sanctified my self for their sakes, with this intent, that they might also be sanctified through the truth.
but do thou sanctify them with the truth, Because I sanctified my self for their sakes, with this intent, that they might also be sanctified through the truth.
cc-acp vdb pns21 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1587
Page 429
12239
Two things we have apparently presented to us in the words; what our Saviour did, and why he did it.
Two things we have apparently presented to us in the words; what our Saviour did, and why he did it.
crd n2 pns12 vhb av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2; r-crq po12 n1 vdd, cc c-crq pns31 vdd pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1588
Page 429
12240
First, what our Saviour did, He sanctified himself: Secondly, then why he did it;
First, what our Saviour did, He sanctified himself: Secondly, then why he did it;
ord, r-crq po12 n1 vdd, pns31 vvd px31: ord, av c-crq pns31 vdd pn31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1588
Page 429
12241
and this is in the first place generally exprest, that it was for their sakes, for his Apostles and Disciples sakes, that he sanctified himself:
and this is in the First place generally expressed, that it was for their sakes, for his Apostles and Disciples sakes, that he sanctified himself:
cc d vbz p-acp dt ord n1 av-j vvn, cst pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 n2, cst pns31 vvn px31:
(52) part (DIV2)
1588
Page 429
12242
And then it is particularly and expresly specified in what regard it was for their sakes, that they might also be sanctified through the truth.
And then it is particularly and expressly specified in what regard it was for their sakes, that they might also be sanctified through the truth.
cc av pn31 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1588
Page 429
12243
The difficulty of the text lies especially in this, how Christ is said to sanctifie himself,
The difficulty of the text lies especially in this, how christ is said to sanctify himself,
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp d, c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12244
and what he means by that expression, for their sakes I sanctifie my self. To sanctifie, is properly to make holy;
and what he means by that expression, for their sakes I sanctify my self. To sanctify, is properly to make holy;
cc r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, p-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1. pc-acp vvi, vbz av-j pc-acp vvi j;
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12245
now a person or a thing is made holy especially two wayes, viz. by qualification,
now a person or a thing is made holy especially two ways, viz. by qualification,
av dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn j av-j crd n2, n1 p-acp n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12246
when holiness and grace is put into it, when a man is made partaker of the saving gifts and graces of the holy spirit,
when holiness and grace is put into it, when a man is made partaker of the Saving Gifts and graces of the holy Spirit,
c-crq n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12247
then he is said in Scripture to be sanctified;
then he is said in Scripture to be sanctified;
cs pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn;
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12248
By consecration a person or a thing is made holy, when it is set apart for holy uses.
By consecration a person or a thing is made holy, when it is Set apart for holy uses.
p-acp n1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn j, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp j n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12249
In this respect the Sabbath day is holy, in this respect the Temple, the Utensils and Vessels of the house of God, in this respect the Priests were holy.
In this respect the Sabbath day is holy, in this respect the Temple, the Utensils and Vessels of the house of God, in this respect the Priests were holy.
p-acp d n1 dt n1 n1 vbz j, p-acp d n1 dt n1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 dt n2 vbdr j.
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12250
Thus all the first born of the Jews were holy, and set apart for God. And therefore having charged Moses to sanctifie the first born, thus he explains it afterwards;
Thus all the First born of the jews were holy, and Set apart for God. And Therefore having charged Moses to sanctify the First born, thus he explains it afterwards;
av d dt ord vvn pp-f dt np2 vbdr j, cc vvd av p-acp np1. cc av vhg vvn np1 pc-acp vvi dt ord vvn, av pns31 vvz pn31 av;
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12251
Exod. 13.2, 12. Thou shalt set them apart to God: Exod 13.2, 12. Thou shalt Set them apart to God:
np1 crd, crd pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 av p-acp np1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12252
and in a word, thus all the Sacrifices and oblations under the Ceremonial Law, were holy, they were consecrated things;
and in a word, thus all the Sacrifices and Oblations under the Ceremonial Law, were holy, they were consecrated things;
cc p-acp dt n1, av d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j n1, vbdr j, pns32 vbdr vvn n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12253
For consecrated things are sanctified things, as I might give you instances enough in that particular.
For consecrated things Are sanctified things, as I might give you instances enough in that particular.
c-acp j-vvn n2 vbr vvn n2, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 n2 d p-acp cst j.
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12254
Thou shalt annoint them, saith the Lord, speaking of Aaron and his Sons, Exod. 28.4. and thou shalt consecrate and sanctifie them that they may Minister unto me in the Priests office. Thou shalt anoint them, Says the Lord, speaking of Aaron and his Sons, Exod 28.4. and thou shalt consecrate and sanctify them that they may Minister unto me in the Priests office.
pns21 vm2 vvi pno32, vvz dt n1, vvg pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, np1 crd. cc pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi pno32 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12255
So after speaking of the Ramm of consecration, Aaron and his Sons shall eat it, saith the Lord, to consecrate them and to sanctifie them, Exod. 29.33.
So After speaking of the Ramm of consecration, Aaron and his Sons shall eat it, Says the Lord, to consecrate them and to sanctify them, Exod 29.33.
av p-acp vvg pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1, np1 cc po31 n2 vmb vvi pn31, vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 cc pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12256
Now all the question is, in which of these respects, our Saviour here is said to sanctifie himself,
Now all the question is, in which of these respects, our Saviour Here is said to sanctify himself,
av d dt n1 vbz, p-acp r-crq pp-f d n2, po12 n1 av vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12257
whether by way of qualification, or of consecration.
whither by Way of qualification, or of consecration.
cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1589
Page 430
12258
I must acknowledge, I have heretofore conceived it in the former way, as in a way of qualification, that he made himself holy, by the communication of the gifts and graces of the holy spirit, to his humane nature.
I must acknowledge, I have heretofore conceived it in the former Way, as in a Way of qualification, that he made himself holy, by the communication of the Gifts and graces of the holy Spirit, to his humane nature.
pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vhb av vvn pn31 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vvd px31 j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp po31 j n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12259
For though it be a certain truth, that Christ was not, neither could be made holy of not holy privatively,
For though it be a certain truth, that christ was not, neither could be made holy of not holy privatively,
p-acp cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, cst np1 vbds xx, av-dx vmd vbi vvn j pp-f xx j av-j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12260
as man who by the fall had wholly lost his holiness, is sanctified and made holy by regeneration,
as man who by the fallen had wholly lost his holiness, is sanctified and made holy by regeneration,
c-acp n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 vhd av-jn vvd po31 n1, vbz vvn cc vvd j p-acp n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12261
and the renewing of the Holy Ghost;
and the renewing of the Holy Ghost;
cc dt vvg pp-f dt j n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12262
Yet it is very manifest, that Christ was sanctified and made holy of not holy negatively;
Yet it is very manifest, that christ was sanctified and made holy of not holy negatively;
av pn31 vbz av j, cst np1 vbds vvn cc vvd j pp-f xx j av-j;
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12263
for there was once a time when Christ as man had not this holiness inherent in his humane nature,
for there was once a time when christ as man had not this holiness inherent in his humane nature,
c-acp a-acp vbds a-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 p-acp n1 vhd xx d n1 j p-acp po31 j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12264
because there was a time, viz. before his incarnation, when his humane nature had not a being in the world.
Because there was a time, viz. before his incarnation, when his humane nature had not a being in the world.
c-acp pc-acp vbds dt n1, n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq po31 j n1 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12265
And thus Christ was sanctified for his Apostles and Disciples sake, his peoples sake;
And thus christ was sanctified for his Apostles and Disciples sake, his peoples sake;
cc av np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 n1, po31 ng1 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12266
That they might be sanctified, That is, he was endued abundantly with the gifts of holiness and the graces of sanctification to this end, that he might communicate them and dispense them to his people,That they might be sanctified, That is, he was endued abundantly with the Gifts of holiness and the graces of sanctification to this end, that he might communicate them and dispense them to his people,
cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, cst vbz, pns31 vbds vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12267
and that they might be sanctified by this means, That of his fulness they might all receive, and grace for grace.
and that they might be sanctified by this means, That of his fullness they might all receive, and grace for grace.
cc cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2, cst pp-f po31 n1 pns32 vmd d vvi, cc n1 p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12268
So that this looks extreamly well you see, as the meaning of the Text. And for their sakes I sanctifie my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.
So that this looks extremely well you see, as the meaning of the Text. And for their sakes I sanctify my self, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.
av cst d n2 av-jn av pn22 vvb, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 cc p-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1, cst pns32 av vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1590
Page 430
12269
But yet I find interpreters even universally running in another stream, and understanding it of being sanctified in a way of consecration.
But yet I find Interpreters even universally running in Another stream, and understanding it of being sanctified in a Way of consecration.
cc-acp av pns11 vvb n2 av av-j vvg p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvg pn31 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1591
Page 430
12270
The former I suppose they leave, because indeed it is not consonant to Scripture phrase;
The former I suppose they leave, Because indeed it is not consonant to Scripture phrase;
dt j pns11 vvb pns32 vvb, c-acp av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp n1 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1591
Page 430
12271
For Jesus Christ to say (as man) that he sanctified himself in a way of qualification, That is to say, that he endued himself with the sanctifying gifts and graces of the holy spirit.
For jesus christ to say (as man) that he sanctified himself in a Way of qualification, That is to say, that he endued himself with the sanctifying Gifts and graces of the holy Spirit.
c-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vvi (c-acp n1) cst pns31 vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvn px31 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1591
Page 431
12272
It is usually affirmed that God the Father sanctified him, That it pleased the Father that in him should all the fulness of the holy spirit dwell, Col. 1.19. That God, even his God, did annoint him with the oyl of his spirit, Psal. 45.7.
It is usually affirmed that God the Father sanctified him, That it pleased the Father that in him should all the fullness of the holy Spirit dwell, Col. 1.19. That God, even his God, did anoint him with the oil of his Spirit, Psalm 45.7.
pn31 vbz av-j vvn cst np1 dt n1 vvd pno31, cst pn31 vvd dt n1 cst p-acp pno31 vmd d dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvi, np1 crd. cst np1, av po31 n1, vdd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1591
Page 431
12273
And therefore he is called him whom the Father sanctified and sent into the world, John 10.36.
And Therefore he is called him whom the Father sanctified and sent into the world, John 10.36.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn pno31 ro-crq dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1591
Page 431
12274
Besides it seems not to be congruous that Christ should pray his Father to sanctifie his Apostles and Disciples,
Beside it seems not to be congruous that christ should pray his Father to sanctify his Apostles and Disciples,
p-acp pn31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi j cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1592
Page 431
12275
because for his part he had sanctified himself with the graces of the spirit, to this end, that they might be sanctified by communication of those graces to them.
Because for his part he had sanctified himself with the graces of the Spirit, to this end, that they might be sanctified by communication of those graces to them.
c-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhd vvn px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1592
Page 431
12276
And therefore I shall run down with the common stream of exposition, and understand our Saviour here to tell his Father that he sanctified himself by way of Consecration;
And Therefore I shall run down with the Common stream of exposition, and understand our Saviour Here to tell his Father that he sanctified himself by Way of Consecration;
cc av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb po12 n1 av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cst pns31 vvn px31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12277
That he set himself apart to be a Priest, an Altar, an Offring, and a Sacrifice to God the Father,
That he Set himself apart to be a Priest, an Altar, an Offering, and a Sacrifice to God the Father,
cst pns31 vvd px31 av pc-acp vbi dt n1, dt n1, dt vvg, cc dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12278
for the sins of his people. And that to this end, that they might be sanctified by this means.
for the Sins of his people. And that to this end, that they might be sanctified by this means.
p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12279
Not only that they might be justified, but that they might be sanctified too.
Not only that they might be justified, but that they might be sanctified too.
xx j cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12280
And sanctified through the truth, through the effectual revelation of the Gospel to them, which is called the truth in Scripture;
And sanctified through the truth, through the effectual Revelation of the Gospel to them, which is called the truth in Scripture;
np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12282
not only in the Type and Figure (as the Offrings and Sacrifices of the Ceremonial Law) but in reality and truth.
not only in the Type and Figure (as the Offerings and Sacrifices of the Ceremonial Law) but in reality and truth.
xx av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 (c-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1) cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1593
Page 431
12283
And on this ground, our Saviour prayes his Father, to sanctifie his Apostles and Disciples, that he might not be disappointed of his great end for which he sanctified himself,
And on this ground, our Saviour prays his Father, to sanctify his Apostles and Disciples, that he might not be disappointed of his great end for which he sanctified himself,
cc p-acp d n1, po12 n1 vvz po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2, cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd px31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1594
Page 431
12284
and made himself an offring to his Father; Sanctifie them with the truth.
and made himself an offering to his Father; Sanctify them with the truth.
cc vvd px31 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1594
Page 431
12285
And why so? Why, for their sakes I sanctifice my self, I set my self apart to be a Sacrifice to thy justice, that they also might be sanctified with the truth.
And why so? Why, for their sakes I sanctifice my self, I Set my self apart to be a Sacrifice to thy Justice, that they also might be sanctified with the truth.
cc c-crq av? uh-crq, p-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst pns32 av vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1594
Page 431
12286
The words thus opened yield us out two Observations.
The words thus opened yield us out two Observations.
dt n2 av vvd vvi pno12 av crd n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1595
Page 431
12287
First, Jesus Christ did willingly and freely set himself apart to be an Offring and a Sacrifice to God the Father.
First, jesus christ did willingly and freely Set himself apart to be an Offering and a Sacrifice to God the Father.
ord, np1 np1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvd px31 av pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1595
Page 431
12288
Secondly, he did this for his peoples sakes, and that to this end, that they might be sanctified, by this means.
Secondly, he did this for his peoples sakes, and that to this end, that they might be sanctified, by this means.
ord, pns31 vdd d p-acp po31 ng1 n2, cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp d n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1595
Page 431
12289
DOCTRINE 1. Jesus Christ did willingly and freely set himself apart to be an Offring and a Sacrifice to God the Father.DOCTRINE 1. jesus christ did willingly and freely Set himself apart to be an Offering and a Sacrifice to God the Father.
n1 crd np1 np1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvd px31 av pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1595
Page 431
12290
He was not forced to become an Expiation for the sins of men. No he did it of himself;
He was not forced to become an Expiation for the Sins of men. No he did it of himself;
pns31 vbds xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. uh-dx pns31 vdd pn31 pp-f px31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1596
Page 431
12291
and of his own accord, I sanctifie my self (saith our Saviour in my text) by consecration.
and of his own accord, I sanctify my self (Says our Saviour in my text) by consecration.
cc pp-f po31 d n1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 (vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1) p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1596
Page 431
12292
So he is said to offer up himself, Heb. 7.27. To humble himself and to become obedient (conceive it passively obedient) to the death, even the death of the Cross, Phil. 2.8.
So he is said to offer up himself, Hebrew 7.27. To humble himself and to become obedient (conceive it passively obedient) to the death, even the death of the Cross, Philip 2.8.
av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp px31, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi px31 cc pc-acp vvi j (vvb pn31 av-j j) p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 431
12293
Tis true indeed the death and passion of our Saviour was necessary if we look to God the Father,
This true indeed the death and passion of our Saviour was necessary if we look to God the Father,
pn31|vbz j av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds j cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 431
12294
and his eternal Counsel and Decree;
and his Eternal Counsel and decree;
cc po31 j n1 cc n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 431
12295
for he was slain in that respect, i. e. appointed to be slain from the beginning of the world. for he was slave in that respect, i. e. appointed to be slave from the beginning of the world.
c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, sy. sy. vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 431
12296
It was determined to be done, as the Apostle speaks, Acts 4.28. And therefore it behoved him to suffer, as himself speaks, Luke 24.46. and he must be lifted up upon the Cross;
It was determined to be done, as the Apostle speaks, Acts 4.28. And Therefore it behooved him to suffer, as himself speaks, Lycia 24.46. and he must be lifted up upon the Cross;
pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vdn, c-acp dt n1 vvz, n2 crd. cc av pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, p-acp px31 vvz, av crd. cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 431
12297
an unavoidable necessity was laid upon him, John 3.14.
an unavoidable necessity was laid upon him, John 3.14.
dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12298
And as his death was necessary if we look to God the Father, so it was violent (my Brethren) if we look to men.
And as his death was necessary if we look to God the Father, so it was violent (my Brothers) if we look to men.
cc c-acp po31 n1 vbds j cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1, av pn31 vbds j (po11 n2) cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12299
With murderous and wicked hands they slew him, Acts 2.23. They kild and crucified the Lord of glory.
With murderous and wicked hands they slew him, Acts 2.23. They killed and Crucified the Lord of glory.
p-acp j cc j n2 pns32 vvd pno31, n2 crd. pns32 vvd cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12300
But if we look to Christ himself, his death and passion was a voluntary thing, to which he willingly resigned and yielded up himself.
But if we look to christ himself, his death and passion was a voluntary thing, to which he willingly resigned and yielded up himself.
cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 px31, po31 n1 cc n1 vbds dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvd cc vvd a-acp px31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12301
His life was not extorted from him, but he laid it down himself, John 10.17. He was delivered up to death by God the Father, Acts 2.23. He was delivered up by Judas and the Jews too, Mat. 27.2.
His life was not extorted from him, but he laid it down himself, John 10.17. He was Delivered up to death by God the Father, Acts 2.23. He was Delivered up by Judas and the jews too, Mathew 27.2.
po31 n1 vbds xx j-vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 a-acp px31, np1 crd. pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, n2 crd. pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1 cc dt np2 av, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12302
And yet he freely yielded up himself; he loved us and gave himself for us, Gal. 2.20. he gave himself for us an Offring and a sacrifice to God, Ephes. 5.2.
And yet he freely yielded up himself; he loved us and gave himself for us, Gal. 2.20. he gave himself for us an Offering and a sacrifice to God, Ephesians 5.2.
cc av pns31 av-j vvd a-acp px31; pns31 vvd pno12 cc vvd px31 p-acp pno12, np1 crd. pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pno12 dt vvg cc dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12303
He sanctified himself for our sakes, and set himself apart to this hard and sharp service,
He sanctified himself for our sakes, and Set himself apart to this hard and sharp service,
pns31 vvn px31 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvd px31 av p-acp d j cc j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12304
so that the Point is plain you see, That Jesus Christ did willingly and freely set himself apart to be a Offring and a Sacrifice to God the Father.
so that the Point is plain you see, That jesus christ did willingly and freely Set himself apart to be a Offering and a Sacrifice to God the Father.
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cst np1 np1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvd px31 av pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1597
Page 432
12305
And it must needs be so, my brethren;
And it must needs be so, my brothers;
cc pn31 vmb av vbi av, po11 n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12306
for (being God) there was no greater power then his to master him and overcome him.
for (being God) there was no greater power then his to master him and overcome him.
c-acp (vbg np1) pc-acp vbds dx jc n1 cs po31 p-acp n1 pno31 cc vvi pno31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12307
A man is never forced to any thing against his will, unless some outward violence prevail against him which he is no way able to resist.
A man is never forced to any thing against his will, unless Some outward violence prevail against him which he is no Way able to resist.
dt n1 vbz av-x vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs d j n1 vvi p-acp pno31 r-crq pns31 vbz dx n1 j pc-acp vvi.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12308
Now this was not the state and the condition of our Saviour;
Now this was not the state and the condition of our Saviour;
av d vbds xx dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12309
his death was not inflicted on him by an excess of strength in those that gave him up to it.
his death was not inflicted on him by an excess of strength in those that gave him up to it.
po31 n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12310
His Father was not able to constrain him, for he was God: and therefore equally Almighty with the Father.
His Father was not able to constrain him, for he was God: and Therefore equally Almighty with the Father.
po31 n1 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vbds np1: cc av av-jn j-jn p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12311
And men had infinitely less ability to overrule him, and to force him to it,
And men had infinitely less ability to overrule him, and to force him to it,
cc n2 vhd av-j av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12312
and therefore it must needs be voluntary of himself, and this he cleerly intimateth in that speech of his in the fore-alledged Scripture, John 10.17. No man takes my life from me;
and Therefore it must needs be voluntary of himself, and this he clearly intimateth in that speech of his in the fore-alleged Scripture, John 10.17. No man Takes my life from me;
cc av pn31 vmb av vbi j-jn pp-f px31, cc d pns31 av-j vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. dx n1 vvz po11 n1 p-acp pno11;
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12313
the meaning is, no man can take my life from me, and therefore it is added in the following words, I have power to lay it down, that is, to lay it down of choice and free election,
the meaning is, no man can take my life from me, and Therefore it is added in the following words, I have power to lay it down, that is, to lay it down of choice and free election,
dt n1 vbz, dx n1 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno11, cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n2, pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp pp-f n1 cc j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12314
so that I cannot be constrained to it, and I have power to take it up again.
so that I cannot be constrained to it, and I have power to take it up again.
av cst pns11 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12315
And certainly if he had power to take it up again when he had lost it,
And Certainly if he had power to take it up again when he had lost it,
cc av-j cs pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pn31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12316
then he had much more power to keep it when he had it and enjoyed it.
then he had much more power to keep it when he had it and enjoyed it.
cs pns31 vhd d dc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vhd pn31 cc vvd pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12317
So that you see he was not, neither could he be inforced to die, but of his own accord he willingly and freely gave himself to it.
So that you see he was not, neither could he be enforced to die, but of his own accord he willingly and freely gave himself to it.
av cst pn22 vvb pns31 vbds xx, av-dx vmd pns31 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pp-f po31 d n1 pns31 av-j cc av-j vvd px31 p-acp pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1598
Page 432
12318
Is it so that Jesus Christ did willingly and freely set himself a part to be an Offering and Sacrifice to God, the Father? The greater and the more unsearchable was the exceeding riches of his love to us,
Is it so that jesus christ did willingly and freely Set himself a part to be an Offering and Sacrifice to God, the Father? The greater and the more unsearchable was the exceeding riches of his love to us,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvd px31 dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc n1 p-acp np1, dt n1? dt jc cc dt av-dc j vbds dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12319
and the greater cause have we to magnifie it and admire it.
and the greater cause have we to magnify it and admire it.
cc dt jc n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12320
Had he done it by constraint, and had be been enforced to it, there had been no such matter in it,
Had he done it by constraint, and had be been Enforced to it, there had been no such matter in it,
vhd pns31 vdn pn31 p-acp n1, cc vhd vbi vbn vvn p-acp pn31, a-acp vhd vbn dx d n1 p-acp pn31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12321
so no such cause of Admiration and Thanksgiving.
so no such cause of Admiration and Thanksgiving.
av dx d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12322
The praise had then been due to him that forced him, and not to him that was inforced.
The praise had then been due to him that forced him, and not to him that was enforced.
dt n1 vhd av vbn j-jn p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno31, cc xx p-acp pno31 cst vbds vvn.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12323
But this was love, as the Apostle John speaks, love in the height and with a witness, this was unparalleld and matchless love that Christ should willingly and freely lay down his life for us.
But this was love, as the Apostle John speaks, love in the height and with a witness, this was unparalleled and matchless love that christ should willingly and freely lay down his life for us.
p-acp d vbds n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, d vbds j cc j n1 cst np1 vmd av-j cc av-j vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12324
Had his life been taken from him for our sakes, this had been no great love,
Had his life been taken from him for our sakes, this had been no great love,
vhd po31 n1 vbn vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2, d vhd vbn dx j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12325
but that himself should lay it down freely of his own accord, here was love,
but that himself should lay it down freely of his own accord, Here was love,
cc-acp cst n1 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp av-j pp-f po31 d n1, av vbds n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12326
and here was mercy to be spoken of, and to be wondred at in all ages.
and Here was mercy to be spoken of, and to be wondered At in all ages.
cc av vbds n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 432
12327
What? that he should abase himself, that he should not be made obedient by another,
What? that he should abase himself, that he should not be made obedient by Another,
q-crq? cst pns31 vmd vvi px31, cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn j p-acp n-jn,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 433
12328
but that he should himself become obedient to the death, yea to that shamefull and accursed death, that he should willingly expose himself to such abasures, to such indignities, reproaches, scorns,
but that he should himself become obedient to the death, yea to that shameful and accursed death, that he should willingly expose himself to such abasures, to such indignities, Reproaches, scorns,
cc-acp d pns31 vmd px31 vvi j p-acp dt n1, uh p-acp d j cc j-vvn n1, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi px31 p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2, n2, n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 433
12329
and to such unsufferable tortures, to such a heavy and intolerable burthen of his Fathers wrath,
and to such unsufferable tortures, to such a heavy and intolerable burden of his Father's wrath,
cc p-acp d j n2, p-acp d dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 433
12330
and all for those that were not undeserving only, but even ill deserving too, that were not friends but enemies;
and all for those that were not undeserving only, but even ill deserving too, that were not Friends but enemies;
cc d p-acp d cst vbdr xx j av-j, cc-acp av av-jn vvg av, cst vbdr xx n2 p-acp n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 433
12331
Oh, let us stand astonished at such a mercy.
O, let us stand astonished At such a mercy.
uh, vvb pno12 vvb vvd p-acp d dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 433
12332
We need not wonder that he whose love and kindness was so full of wonder should be called wonderfull, Isa. 9.6.
We need not wonder that he whose love and kindness was so full of wonder should be called wonderful, Isaiah 9.6.
pns12 vvb xx vvi cst pns31 rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbds av j pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn j, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1599
Page 433
12333
Is it so that Jesus Christ did willingly and freely set himself apart to be an Offring and Sacrifice to God the Father? Then let us learn of him (my brethren) as willingly (if it be possible) to offer up our selves, our persons, our estates, our names,
Is it so that jesus christ did willingly and freely Set himself apart to be an Offering and Sacrifice to God the Father? Then let us Learn of him (my brothers) as willingly (if it be possible) to offer up our selves, our Persons, our estates, our names,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvd px31 av pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc n1 p-acp np1 dt n1? av vvb pno12 vvi pp-f pno31 (po11 n2) c-acp av-j (cs pn31 vbb j) pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12334
or lives and all to him, to suffer any thing for him again.
or lives and all to him, to suffer any thing for him again.
cc n2 cc d p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31 av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12335
What my beloved, did he suffer willingly for us, and shall we suffer grudgingly and unwillingly for him? did he consecrate himself to be an offering and sacrifice for us,
What my Beloved, did he suffer willingly for us, and shall we suffer grudgingly and unwillingly for him? did he consecrate himself to be an offering and sacrifice for us,
q-crq po11 j-vvn, vdd pns31 vvi av-j p-acp pno12, cc vmb pns12 vvi av-vvg cc av-j p-acp pno31? vdd pns31 vvi px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12,
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12336
and shall not we on our parts consecrate our selves to be an offering and sacrifice for him if he shall call us thereunto? did he give himself for us,
and shall not we on our parts consecrate our selves to be an offering and sacrifice for him if he shall call us thereunto? did he give himself for us,
cc vmb xx zz p-acp po12 n2 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av? vdd pns31 vvi px31 p-acp pno12,
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12337
and shall not we as readily give our selves for him again? did he take up his Cross and go before,
and shall not we as readily give our selves for him again? did he take up his Cross and go before,
cc vmb xx pns12 c-acp av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 av? vdd pns31 vvi a-acp po31 n1 cc vvi a-acp,
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12338
and shall not we take up our Crosses too and follow him? I do not say we should draw Crosses and afflictions on our selves;
and shall not we take up our Crosses too and follow him? I do not say we should draw Crosses and afflictions on our selves;
cc vmb xx pns12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 av cc vvi pno31? pns11 vdb xx vvi pns12 vmd vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12339
but if they come upon us for our Saviours sake, we should not take them as inforced upon us,
but if they come upon us for our Saviors sake, we should not take them as enforced upon us,
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, pns12 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp vvn p-acp pno12,
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12340
but we should freely set our shoulders to them and cheerfully submit our selves to bear them.
but we should freely Set our shoulders to them and cheerfully submit our selves to bear them.
cc-acp pns12 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32 cc av-j vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12341
And thus far of the first conclusion mentioned. The second followeth.
And thus Far of the First conclusion mentioned. The second follows.
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 vvn. dt ord vvz.
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12342
DOCTRINE 2. Christ did not set himself apart to be an Offring and a Sacrifice to God the Father for his own sake but for his peoples sakes:DOCTRINE 2. christ did not Set himself apart to be an Offering and a Sacrifice to God the Father for his own sake but for his peoples sakes:
n1 crd np1 vdd xx vvi px31 av pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1 cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12343
and that to this end, that they might be sanctified by this means: Not that they might be justified only, but that they might be sanctified also.
and that to this end, that they might be sanctified by this means: Not that they might be justified only, but that they might be sanctified also.
cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2: xx cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn av-j, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1600
Page 433
12344
He did not do it for his own sake, for there was no sin in him,
He did not do it for his own sake, for there was no since in him,
pns31 vdd xx vdi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12345
and so in that respect he need not to be made a Sacrifice for sin.
and so in that respect he need not to be made a Sacrifice for since.
cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12346
There was no transgression in him, and why then should there be an expiation for him? But it was for his peoples sake.
There was no Transgression in him, and why then should there be an expiation for him? But it was for his peoples sake.
pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31, cc q-crq av vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31? p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12347
To say the truth, all that he did, all that he suffered, was for their sakes.
To say the truth, all that he did, all that he suffered, was for their sakes.
p-acp vvi dt n1, d cst pns31 vdd, d cst pns31 vvd, vbds p-acp po32 n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12348
For their sakes he became man, for their sakes he became Mediator between God and man,
For their sakes he became man, for their sakes he became Mediator between God and man,
p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvd n1, p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1 cc n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12349
for their sakes he became a King, a Prophet and a Priest.
for their sakes he became a King, a Prophet and a Priest.
p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vvd dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12350
And as a Priest, so a sacrifice and offring to the Father, for he offered up himself. All was for their sakes.
And as a Priest, so a sacrifice and offering to the Father, for he offered up himself. All was for their sakes.
cc c-acp dt n1, av dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp px31. d vbds p-acp po32 n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1601
Page 433
12351
And that to this end, that they might be sanctified, by this means. Not only that they might be justified, but that they might be sanctified also.
And that to this end, that they might be sanctified, by this means. Not only that they might be justified, but that they might be sanctified also.
cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp d n2. xx j cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 433
12352
That which was the scope and aim of Gods election, Ephes. 1.4. He hath chosen us in him, that is in Christ to this end, that we might be holy and unblameable before him;
That which was the scope and aim of God's election, Ephesians 1.4. He hath chosen us in him, that is in christ to this end, that we might be holy and unblameable before him;
d r-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pno31, cst vbz p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi j cc j-u p-acp pno31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 433
12353
of Gods Vocation, 1 Thess. 4.7. he hath not called us to uncleanness but to holiness:
of God's Vocation, 1 Thess 4.7. he hath not called us to uncleanness but to holiness:
pp-f npg1 n1, crd np1 crd. pns31 vhz xx vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 433
12354
The same (my brethren) was the end of Christs redemption.
The same (my brothers) was the end of Christ redemption.
dt d (po11 n2) vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 433
12355
He sanctified himself, that is, he set himself apart to be a Sacrifice to God the Father for his peoples sakes, that they also might be sanctified, as you have it in the Text. He loved his Church, and out of the abundance of this love of his he gave himself for her, as the Apostle speaks, Ephes. 5.25. What, that he might redeem and justifie her only? No my beloved, more then this;
He sanctified himself, that is, he Set himself apart to be a Sacrifice to God the Father for his peoples sakes, that they also might be sanctified, as you have it in the Text. He loved his Church, and out of the abundance of this love of his he gave himself for her, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 5.25. What, that he might Redeem and justify her only? No my Beloved, more then this;
pns31 vvn px31, cst vbz, pns31 vvd px31 av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n2, cst pns32 av vmd vbi vvn, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt np1 pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f po31 pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. q-crq, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi po31 j? av-dx po11 j-vvn, av-dc cs d;
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12356
that he might sanctifie and cleanse her too through the washing of Water by the word,
that he might sanctify and cleanse her too through the washing of Water by the word,
cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31 av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12357
and that he might present her to himself a glorious Church, not having any spot or wrinkle,
and that he might present her to himself a glorious Church, not having any spot or wrinkle,
cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp px31 dt j n1, xx vhg d n1 cc n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12358
but being holy and without blemish.
but being holy and without blemish.
cc-acp vbg j cc p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12359
He bare our sins in his own body on the Tree, that we being dead to sin might henceforth live to righteousness, as the Apostle Peter speaks, 1 Pet. 2.24.He bore our Sins in his own body on the Tree, that we being dead to since might henceforth live to righteousness, as the Apostle Peter speaks, 1 Pet. 2.24.
pns31 vvd po12 n2 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vbg j p-acp n1 vmd av vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12360
he dyed for us, that we which live, should henceforth live no longer to our selves, to our lusts,he died for us, that we which live, should henceforth live no longer to our selves, to our Lustiest,
pns31 vvd p-acp pno12, cst pns12 r-crq vvb, vmd av vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12361
and to our ends, but to him who dyed for us.
and to our ends, but to him who died for us.
cc p-acp po12 n2, p-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd p-acp pno12.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12362
He hath performed the mercyes promised, he hath remembred his holy Covenant, he hath saved us from our enemies,
He hath performed the Mercies promised, he hath remembered his holy Covenant, he hath saved us from our enemies,
pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 vvd, pns31 vhz vvn po31 j n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po12 n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12363
and from the hands of those hate us, Luke 1.74.and from the hands of those hate us, Lycia 1.74.
cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d vvb pno12, av crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12364
What, that from henceforth we might be our own Masters, and live at liberty and walk according to our own humours? O no,
What, that from henceforth we might be our own Masters, and live At liberty and walk according to our own humours? O no,
q-crq, cst p-acp av pns12 vmd vbi po12 d n2, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po12 d n2? sy uh-dx,
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12365
but on the contrary, that we might serve him who hath saved us, in holiness and righteousness all the dayes of our lives:
but on the contrary, that we might serve him who hath saved us, in holiness and righteousness all the days of our lives:
cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 r-crq vhz vvn pno12, p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12366
By one offering of himself, he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified, saith the Apostle, Heb. 10.14. Not them that are justified, but them that are sanctified. And hence the blood of Jesus which he shed when he was a made a sacrifice to God the Father, hath not a pacifying only but a purging quality in it.By one offering of himself, he hath perfected for ever them that Are sanctified, Says the Apostle, Hebrew 10.14. Not them that Are justified, but them that Are sanctified. And hence the blood of jesus which he shed when he was a made a sacrifice to God the Father, hath not a pacifying only but a purging quality in it.
p-acp crd n1 pp-f px31, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. xx pno32 cst vbr vvn, cc-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn. cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vbds dt vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, vhz xx dt vvg av-j p-acp dt n-vvg n1 p-acp pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12367
It hath not only a value to satisfie, but a virtue to sanctifie. The blood of Jesus cleanseth us from all sin, 1 John 1.7. Compleatly from the guilt of all in justification, and inchoatively from the filth of all in sanctification.
It hath not only a valve to satisfy, but a virtue to sanctify. The blood of jesus Cleanseth us from all since, 1 John 1.7. Completely from the guilt of all in justification, and inchoatively from the filth of all in sanctification.
pn31 vhz xx av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12 p-acp d n1, vvn np1 crd. av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n1, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12368
I might be copious in the proof, but this may satisfie to clear the point.
I might be copious in the proof, but this may satisfy to clear the point.
pns11 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12369
Christ did not set himself apart to be an offring and a sacrifice to God the Father for his own sake,
christ did not Set himself apart to be an offering and a sacrifice to God the Father for his own sake,
np1 vdd xx vvi px31 av pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12370
but for his peoples sakes, and that to this end, that they might be sanctified by this means. And the grounds are evident:
but for his peoples sakes, and that to this end, that they might be sanctified by this means. And the grounds Are evident:
cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2, cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2. cc dt n2 vbr j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1602
Page 434
12371
I shall but touch upon them only, and hasten to Application.
I shall but touch upon them only, and hasten to Application.
pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av-j, cc vvi p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12372
For, first his scope and purpose in this work of his, was not only to preserve his people from destruction,
For, First his scope and purpose in this work of his, was not only to preserve his people from destruction,
p-acp, ord po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, vbds xx av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12373
but to bring them to salvation; not only to deliver them from hell, but to obtain their entrance into heaven.
but to bring them to salvation; not only to deliver them from hell, but to obtain their Entrance into heaven.
cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12374
And truly had he not accomplished both of these, he had not been a perfect Saviour, he had not saved us to the utmost, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
And truly had he not accomplished both of these, he had not been a perfect Saviour, he had not saved us to the utmost, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
cc av-j vhd pns31 xx vvn d pp-f d, pns31 vhd xx vbn dt j n1, pns31 vhd xx vvn pno12 p-acp dt j, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz.
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12375
Now my beloved, had he justified us only from the guilt of our transgressions, he had done but one of these;
Now my Beloved, had he justified us only from the guilt of our transgressions, he had done but one of these;
av po11 j-vvn, vhd pns31 vvn pno12 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns31 vhd vdn p-acp pi pp-f d;
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12376
for guilt is nothing but the obligation or binding over of the sinner to damnation;
for guilt is nothing but the obligation or binding over of the sinner to damnation;
p-acp n1 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 cc vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12377
so that in quitting us of this, he had but saved us from the wrath to come (as the Apostle speaks) he had not brought us to the happiness to come.
so that in quitting us of this, he had but saved us from the wrath to come (as the Apostle speaks) he had not brought us to the happiness to come.
av cst p-acp vvg pno12 pp-f d, pns31 vhd p-acp vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pns31 vhd xx vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12378
And therefore since he had a further aim, that he might bring his whole intent about, he hath not justified us only,
And Therefore since he had a further aim, that he might bring his Whole intent about, he hath not justified us only,
cc av c-acp pns31 vhd dt jc n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 j-jn n1 a-acp, pns31 vhz xx vvn pno12 av-j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12379
and so delivered us from death and condemnation, but he hath sanctified us also, and so prepared us for life and salvation;
and so Delivered us from death and condemnation, but he hath sanctified us also, and so prepared us for life and salvation;
cc av vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 av, cc av vvd pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12380
For without holiness it is impossible to see the Lord; For without holiness it is impossible to see the Lord;
p-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12381
To be admitted as inhabitants into that holy habitation concerning which the holy Ghost hath said, There shall no unclean thing enter into it. Rev 21.27.
To be admitted as inhabitants into that holy habitation Concerning which the holy Ghost hath said, There shall no unclean thing enter into it. Rev 21.27.
pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d j n1 vvg r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn, a-acp vmb dx j n1 vvi p-acp pn31. np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 434
12382
And therefore our Redeemer sanctified himself to be a Sacrifice for us, not that we might be justified only, and so delivered from Hell and utter darkness,
And Therefore our Redeemer sanctified himself to be a Sacrifice for us, not that we might be justified only, and so Delivered from Hell and utter darkness,
cc av po12 n1 vvn px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12, xx cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn av-j, cc av vvn p-acp n1 cc j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 435
12383
but that we might be sanctified also, and so made meet to be partakers of the inheritance with the Saints in light.
but that we might be sanctified also, and so made meet to be partakers of the inheritance with the Saints in Light.
cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn av, cc av vvd vvi pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1603
Page 435
12384
Our Saviour sanctified himself to be a Sacrifice for us, not only that we might be justified,
Our Saviour sanctified himself to be a Sacrifice for us, not only that we might be justified,
po12 n1 vvn px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12, xx j cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn,
(52) part (DIV2)
1604
Page 435
12385
but that we might be sanctified also, because he had a purpose and design, not to glorifie us only,
but that we might be sanctified also, Because he had a purpose and Design, not to Glorify us only,
cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn av, c-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 cc n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1604
Page 435
12386
but to glorifie himself in this business.
but to Glorify himself in this business.
cc-acp pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1604
Page 435
12387
And more particularly and distinctly, to glorifie himself in us, and to glorifie himself by us.
And more particularly and distinctly, to Glorify himself in us, and to Glorify himself by us.
cc av-dc av-j cc av-j, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12.
(52) part (DIV2)
1604
Page 435
12388
1. It was the project and design of Christ in this great work of his, to glorifie himself in us,
1. It was the project and Design of christ in this great work of his, to Glorify himself in us,
crd pn31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png31, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12,
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12389
and therefore it was necessary that he should not justifie us only, but sanctifie us too:
and Therefore it was necessary that he should not justify us only, but sanctify us too:
cc av pn31 vbds j cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno12 av-j, cc-acp vvb pno12 av:
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12390
For had he justified us only from the guilt of our transgressions, his glory had appeared indeed upon us, to wit, the glory of his mercy;
For had he justified us only from the guilt of our transgressions, his glory had appeared indeed upon us, to wit, the glory of his mercy;
c-acp vhd pns31 vvn pno12 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, po31 n1 vhd vvn av p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12391
but which way had his glory shewed it self in us? But now by sanctifying us,
but which Way had his glory showed it self in us? But now by sanctifying us,
cc-acp r-crq n1 vhd po31 n1 vvd pn31 n1 p-acp pno12? p-acp av p-acp vvg pno12,
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12392
and by inriching us with all the saving graces of his holy Spirit (which far exeeed the brightest and Orient Pearls both in lustre and in value) his glory shineth forth in us.
and by enriching us with all the Saving graces of his holy Spirit (which Far exeeed the Brightest and Orient Pearls both in lustre and in valve) his glory shines forth in us.
cc p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp d dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po31 j n1 (r-crq av-j vvb dt js cc vvb n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1) po31 n1 vvz av p-acp pno12.
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12393
Now he us glorified in his Saints, as the Apostle Paul speaks. The glory of his grace appeareth in them, and sparkles forth with dazling lustre.Now he us glorified in his Saints, as the Apostle Paul speaks. The glory of his grace appears in them, and sparkles forth with dazzling lustre.
av pns31 pno12 vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz av p-acp vvg n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12394
And as in the Creation of the world is seen his wisdom and his power and God-head, and the like:
And as in the Creation of the world is seen his Wisdom and his power and Godhead, and the like:
cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn po31 n1 cc po31 n1 cc n1, cc dt j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12395
So in the renovation and the new creation of some certain persons in it, is seen the riches of his grace.
So in the renovation and the new creation of Some certain Persons in it, is seen the riches of his grace.
av p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp pn31, vbz vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12396
He doth it that he might make known his glory, as the Apostle tells us, NONLATINALPHABET, that he may declare it in the vessels of his mercy prepared by him unto glory, Rom. 9.23.
He does it that he might make known his glory, as the Apostle tells us,, that he may declare it in the vessels of his mercy prepared by him unto glory, Rom. 9.23.
pns31 vdz pn31 cst pns31 vmd vvi vvn po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12,, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12397
And as the greatness and magnificence of any Prince is seen in the Revenues and the Titles and the Dignities of those whom he hath raised and advanced:
And as the greatness and magnificence of any Prince is seen in the Revenues and the Titles and the Dignities of those whom he hath raised and advanced:
cc c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn:
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12398
So in our present gracious priviledges and endowments, preparing us for glory in the world to come, are seen the unsearchable riches of Christ.
So in our present gracious privileges and endowments, preparing us for glory in the world to come, Are seen the unsearchable riches of christ.
av p-acp po12 j j n2 cc n2, vvg pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbr vvn dt j n2 pp-f np1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1605
Page 435
12399
2. It was the project and design of Christ in this great work of his to glorifie himself by us:
2. It was the project and Design of christ in this great work of his to Glorify himself by us:
crd pn31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12:
(52) part (DIV2)
1606
Page 435
12400
And therefore it was necessary that he should not justifie us only but sanctifie us too:
And Therefore it was necessary that he should not justify us only but sanctify us too:
cc av pn31 vbds j cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno12 av-j p-acp vvi pno12 av:
(52) part (DIV2)
1606
Page 435
12401
For had we not been sanctified, we should have dishonoured Christ in our whole Conversation.
For had we not been sanctified, we should have dishonoured christ in our Whole Conversation.
c-acp vhd pns12 xx vbn vvn, pns12 vmd vhi vvn np1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1606
Page 435
12402
But being once regenerated and endowed with saving grace, and purified as a peculiar people to himself, then we glorifie our Saviour;
But being once regenerated and endowed with Saving grace, and purified as a peculiar people to himself, then we Glorify our Saviour;
p-acp vbg a-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg n1, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31, cs pns12 vvi po12 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1606
Page 435
12403
Then we shew forth the vertues, and with them the praises of him that hath saved us.
Then we show forth the Virtues, and with them the praises of him that hath saved us.
av pns12 vvb av dt n2, cc p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pno12.
(52) part (DIV2)
1606
Page 435
12404
We cause our works to shine before men, and Jesus Christ (who strengthneth us) to shine in them.
We cause our works to shine before men, and jesus christ (who strengtheneth us) to shine in them.
pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc np1 np1 (r-crq vvz pno12) pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1606
Page 435
12405
Now is it so, my Brethren, that Christ did not set himself apart, &c. for his own sake,
Now is it so, my Brothers, that christ did not Set himself apart, etc. for his own sake,
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst np1 vdd xx vvi px31 av, av p-acp po31 d n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 435
12406
but for his peoples sakes, that so they might be sanctified by this means? My Exhortation shall be somewhat sutable to that of the Apostle on the like occasion, Gal. 5.13. Take heed you use not this incomparable grace and mercy of the Lord Christ, as an occasion to the flesh, by taking any kind of licence thence to give it satisfaction in the lusts thereof.
but for his peoples sakes, that so they might be sanctified by this means? My Exhortation shall be somewhat suitable to that of the Apostle on the like occasion, Gal. 5.13. Take heed you use not this incomparable grace and mercy of the Lord christ, as an occasion to the Flesh, by taking any kind of licence thence to give it satisfaction in the Lustiest thereof.
cc-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2, cst av pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2? po11 n1 vmb vbi av j p-acp d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx d j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2 av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 435
12407
It is a dangerous & desperate course of many men who apprehending, that they are delivered by the death of Christ from all their sins,
It is a dangerous & desperate course of many men who apprehending, that they Are Delivered by the death of christ from all their Sins,
pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvg, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po32 n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 435
12408
and that the Justice of the Lord is satified and appeased for them, are by this means imboldned and encouraged on in their evill ways.
and that the justice of the Lord is satified and appeased for them, Are by this means emboldened and encouraged on in their evil ways.
cc cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, vbr p-acp d n2 vvd cc vvd a-acp p-acp po32 j-jn n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 435
12409
And when they are reproved for their licentious courses, they satisfie themselves with this, that Christ hath satisfied for them;
And when they Are reproved for their licentious courses, they satisfy themselves with this, that christ hath satisfied for them;
cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32;
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12410
and that not only for their past and present sins, but for their sins to come also;
and that not only for their past and present Sins, but for their Sins to come also;
cc cst xx av-j p-acp po32 j cc j n2, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi av;
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12411
so that they need not be afraid to act them, nor to be humbled for them, after they have done them.
so that they need not be afraid to act them, nor to be humbled for them, After they have done them.
av cst pns32 vvb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32, ccx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb vdn pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12412
But I must tell them, Christ hath not satisfied for them, if he do not sanctifie them.
But I must tell them, christ hath not satisfied for them, if he do not sanctify them.
p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32, np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12413
He hath not set himself apart to to be a sacrifice for them, if he do not set them apart to be a holy and peculiar people to himself.
He hath not Set himself apart to to be a sacrifice for them, if he do not Set them apart to be a holy and peculiar people to himself.
pns31 vhz xx vvn px31 av p-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno32 av pc-acp vbi dt j cc j n1 p-acp px31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12414
And unto such as turn this grace into licentiousness, I say as Moses did sometime to Israel, Do ye thus requite the Lord O foolish people and unwise! Oh Hellish people and prophane!
And unto such as turn this grace into licentiousness, I say as Moses did sometime to Israel, Do you thus requite the Lord Oh foolish people and unwise! O Hellish people and profane!
cc p-acp d c-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 vdd av p-acp np1, vdb pn22 av vvi dt n1 uh j n1 cc j! uh j n1 cc j!
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12415
yea I protest against them, in the words of the Apostle, Gal. 5.2. that Jesus Christ shall profit them nothing.
yea I protest against them, in the words of the Apostle, Gal. 5.2. that jesus christ shall profit them nothing.
uh pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. cst np1 np1 vmb vvi pno32 pix.
(52) part (DIV2)
1607
Page 436
12416
Is it so, That Christ, &c. Oh, how should this provoke and stir us up to strive and labour after holiness,
Is it so, That christ, etc. O, how should this provoke and stir us up to strive and labour After holiness,
vbz pn31 av, cst np1, av uh, q-crq vmd d vvi cc vvb pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12417
and to endeavour every way to clense our selves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit? What motive more prevailing can be tendered to our thoughts then this is? Ah my Beloved, were there nothing in the world but this alone, to quicken us and egge us on to purity and a holy conversation;
and to endeavour every Way to cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit? What motive more prevailing can be tendered to our thoughts then this is? Ah my beloved, were there nothing in the world but this alone, to quicken us and egg us on to purity and a holy Conversation;
cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1? q-crq n1 av-dc j-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 av d vbz? uh po11 j-vvn, vbdr a-acp pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j, pc-acp vvi pno12 cc n1 pno12 p-acp p-acp n1 cc dt j n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12418
no peace of conscience waiting on it, no inward joy and comfort of the Holy Ghost, no fruit of sanctity, no reward of it,
no peace of conscience waiting on it, no inward joy and Comfort of the Holy Ghost, no fruit of sanctity, no reward of it,
dx n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pn31, dx j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, dx n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 pp-f pn31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12419
neither in the present life, nor in that which is to come (whereas it hath the promises of both) I say my Brethren, were there nothing else to move us, this of it self were sufficient to perswade, viz. That Christ in all those torments, those abasures, those agonies and horrors which he suffered,
neither in the present life, nor in that which is to come (whereas it hath the promises of both) I say my Brothers, were there nothing Else to move us, this of it self were sufficient to persuade, viz. That christ in all those torments, those abasures, those agonies and horrors which he suffered,
av-dx p-acp dt j n1, ccx p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi (cs pn31 vhz dt n2 pp-f d) pns11 vvb po11 n2, vbdr a-acp pix av pc-acp vvi pno12, d pp-f pn31 n1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, n1 cst np1 p-acp d d n2, d n2, d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvd,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12420
when he sanctified himself and set himself apart to be a sacrifice to God the Father, aimed at this, that he might sanctifie us to himself:
when he sanctified himself and Set himself apart to be a sacrifice to God the Father, aimed At this, that he might sanctify us to himself:
c-crq pns31 vvd px31 cc vvi px31 av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, vvn p-acp d, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp px31:
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12421
that we for whom he suffered might be holy.
that we for whom he suffered might be holy.
cst pns12 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd vmd vbi j.
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12422
And shall we now like base unthankful and unworthy wretches, endeavour to the utmost of our power, to thwart and cross him in his purpose, to frustrate and make void his end? Hath he laid down his life to this end, that we might be pure,
And shall we now like base unthankful and unworthy wretches, endeavour to the utmost of our power, to thwart and cross him in his purpose, to frustrate and make void his end? Hath he laid down his life to this end, that we might be pure,
cc vmb pns12 av av-j j j cc j n2, vvb p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j po31 n1? vhz pns31 vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12423
and shall we notwithstanding be prophane? Hath he shed his pretious blood to this end that we might be holy,
and shall we notwithstanding be profane? Hath he shed his precious blood to this end that we might be holy,
cc vmb pns12 a-acp vbi j? vhz pns31 vvn po31 j n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmd vbi j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12424
and shall we notwithstanding be unclean? Is this the reckoning that we make of all those exquisite and those unutterable pangs and tortures which our Saviour suffered,
and shall we notwithstanding be unclean? Is this the reckoning that we make of all those exquisite and those unutterable pangs and tortures which our Saviour suffered,
cc vmb pns12 a-acp vbi j? vbz d dt n-vvg cst pns12 vvb pp-f d d j cc d j n2 cc n2 r-crq po12 n1 vvn,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12425
when not his body only, but his soul was made an offering for sin, that we regard not,
when not his body only, but his soul was made an offering for since, that we regard not,
c-crq xx po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns12 vvb xx,
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12426
though he suffer them in vain? I say to you my Brethren, as the Church, Lament. 1.12.
though he suffer them in vain? I say to you my Brothers, as the Church, Lament. 1.12.
cs pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp j? pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 po11 n2, c-acp dt n1, vvb. crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12427
Is it nothing to you all ye that pass by? Shall all those wounds, those stripes, those horrors he endured, those streams of pretious blood be shed in vain?Is it nothing to you all you that pass by? Shall all those wounds, those stripes, those horrors he endured, those streams of precious blood be shed in vain?
vbz pn31 pix p-acp pn22 d pn22 cst vvb p-acp? vmb d d n2, d n2, d n2 pns31 vvd, d n2 pp-f j n1 vbi vvn p-acp j?
(52) part (DIV2)
1608
Page 436
12428
Oh think upon it you that rot away in your corruptions, and that by weltring in the goar of your abominable sins:
O think upon it you that rot away in your corruptions, and that by weltering in the goar of your abominable Sins:
uh vvb p-acp pn31 pn22 cst vvb av p-acp po22 n2, cc cst p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12429
and though you have been frequently advised & intreated & besought to wash you, and to make you clean,
and though you have been frequently advised & entreated & besought to wash you, and to make you clean,
cc cs pn22 vhb vbn av-j vvn cc vvd cc vvd pc-acp vvi pn22, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12430
yet are resolved to be filthy still:
yet Are resolved to be filthy still:
av vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j av:
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12431
For you make the Son of God (as much as in you lies) to suffer & to die in vain:
For you make the Son of God (as much as in you lies) to suffer & to die in vain:
c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp d c-acp p-acp pn22 vvz) pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12432
you spill this pretious blood and tread it under foot:
you spill this precious blood and tread it under foot:
pn22 vvb d j n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12433
And be assured of this, your sin is infinitely great, and your damnation will be heavy in the world to come.
And be assured of this, your since is infinitely great, and your damnation will be heavy in the world to come.
cc vbi vvn pp-f d, po22 n1 vbz av-j j, cc po22 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12434
And therefore as King David once when his three Worthies had adventured to fetch him water from the Well of Bethel, with the apparent and extreamest hazard of their lives, refused utterly to drink it, or to taste of it:
And Therefore as King David once when his three Worthies had adventured to fetch him water from the Well of Bethel, with the apparent and Extremest hazard of their lives, refused utterly to drink it, or to taste of it:
cc av p-acp n1 np1 a-acp c-crq po31 crd n2-j vhd vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j cc js-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvd av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31:
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12435
Be it far from me saith he, for is not this the blood of these men? 2 Sam. 23.17.Be it Far from me Says he, for is not this the blood of these men? 2 Sam. 23.17.
vbb pn31 av-j p-acp pno11 vvz pns31, c-acp vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f d n2? crd np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 436
12436
Even so say you when you are tempted and enticed by Satan or your lusts to any fin, to be drunken,
Even so say you when you Are tempted and enticed by Satan or your Lustiest to any fin, to be drunken,
np1 av vvi pn22 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 cc po22 n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 437
12437
or unclean, or to defraud, or over-reach your brother, or the like; Oh be it far from me to do this thing:
or unclean, or to defraud, or overreach your brother, or the like; O be it Far from me to do this thing:
cc j, cc p-acp n1, cc vvi po22 n1, cc dt j; uh vbb pn31 av-j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vdi d n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1609
Page 437
12440
Is it so, that Christ, &c. Oh, how should this astonish all prophane and graceless persons? Me thinks, the thought of this should even break their hearts amidst their greatest earthly pleasures and contentments:
Is it so, that christ, etc. O, how should this astonish all profane and graceless Persons? Me thinks, the Thought of this should even break their hearts amid their greatest earthly pleasures and contentment's:
vbz pn31 av, cst np1, av uh, q-crq vmd d vvi d j cc j n2? pno11 vvz, dt n1 pp-f d vmd av vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 js j n2 cc n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1610
Page 437
12441
For what do they imagine, that Christ will fail of his intention, or that he will attain but half his purpose? That since he sanctified himself to be a sacrifice to God the Father for his people, that they might be sanctified, he will ever justifie and save them whom he never sanctifieth? That he will fall short of that which was his scope and aim in this business.
For what do they imagine, that christ will fail of his intention, or that he will attain but half his purpose? That since he sanctified himself to be a sacrifice to God the Father for his people, that they might be sanctified, he will ever justify and save them whom he never Sanctifieth? That he will fallen short of that which was his scope and aim in this business.
c-acp r-crq vdb pns32 vvi, cst np1 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn po31 n1? cst c-acp pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vmb av vvi cc vvi pno32 r-crq pns31 av-x vvz? cst pns31 vmb vvi j pp-f d r-crq vbds po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1610
Page 437
12442
Oh foolish fancie and absurd imagination! Nay Jesus Christ himself hath said, yea he hath sworn the contrary;
O foolish fancy and absurd imagination! Nay jesus christ himself hath said, yea he hath sworn the contrary;
uh j n1 cc j n1! uh uh-np np1 px31 vhz vvn, uh pns31 vhz vvn dt j-jn;
(52) part (DIV2)
1610
Page 437
12443
and if you will not take his word, I hope you will believe his Oath:
and if you will not take his word, I hope you will believe his Oath:
cc cs pn22 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1610
Page 437
12444
This the is oath that he hath sworn, that all they that are saved by him from the guilt and from the punishment of all their sins, shall serve him too in holiness:
This the is oath that he hath sworn, that all they that Are saved by him from the guilt and from the punishment of all their Sins, shall serve him too in holiness:
d av vbz n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn, cst d pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, vmb vvi pno31 av p-acp n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1610
Page 437
12445
So that if any filthy and unsanctified person should be saved, Jesus Christ must be forsworn, which were blasphemous to imagine.
So that if any filthy and unsanctified person should be saved, jesus christ must be forsworn, which were blasphemous to imagine.
av cst cs d j cc j n1 vmd vbi vvn, np1 np1 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi.
(52) part (DIV2)
1610
Page 437
12446
And thus we have at length dispatched the first part of our Saviours prayer for the Church;
And thus we have At length dispatched the First part of our Saviors prayer for the Church;
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1611
Page 437
12447
and are arrived at the Second.
and Are arrived At the Second.
cc vbr vvn p-acp dt ord.
(52) part (DIV2)
1611
Page 437
12448
In the first place he prays, as I have shewed you, for his Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the Church that then was, who were already called and sanctified, whom God had given him out of the world:
In the First place he prays, as I have showed you, for his Apostles and Disciples then about him, the members of the Church that then was, who were already called and sanctified, whom God had given him out of the world:
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, c-acp po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst av vbds, r-crq vbdr av vvn cc vvn, ro-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1611
Page 437
12449
I pray for them, saith he, I pray not for the world; I pray for them, Says he, I pray not for the world;
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1611
Page 437
12450
and this part of the prayer he shuts up with the verse which we have even now ended.
and this part of the prayer he shuts up with the verse which we have even now ended.
cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av av vvn.
(52) part (DIV2)
1611
Page 437
12451
And now my Brethren, in the second place, he comes to pray for those who were after to be called by their preaching,
And now my Brothers, in the second place, he comes to pray for those who were After to be called by their preaching,
cc av po11 n2, p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbdr p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 vvg,
(52) part (DIV2)
1612
Page 437
12452
or their writing, who were to be the members of the Church that was to come;
or their writing, who were to be the members of the Church that was to come;
cc po32 n-vvg, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds pc-acp vvi;
(52) part (DIV2)
1612
Page 437
12453
Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also that shall believe on me through their word. Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also that shall believe on me through their word.
av-dx vvb pns11 p-acp d j, cc-acp p-acp pno32 av cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1612
Page 437
12454
And here we have in general these two main things to be considered:
And Here we have in general these two main things to be considered:
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 d crd j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn:
(52) part (DIV2)
1612
Page 437
12455
1. Christs description of the persons for whom he now becomes a Suitor to his Father, them which shall believe on me through their word.
1. Christ description of the Persons for whom he now becomes a Suitor to his Father, them which shall believe on me through their word.
crd npg1 n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pno32 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1613
Page 437
12456
2. The matter of the prayer which he makes for these persons, That they may all be one,
2. The matter of the prayer which he makes for these Persons, That they may all be one,
crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi,
(52) part (DIV2)
1614
Page 437
12457
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, and so on.as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, and so on.
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cc av a-acp.
(52) part (DIV2)
1614
Page 437
12458
At this time we shall enter on the first of these, and that is Christs description of the persons for whom he now becomes a suitor to his Father:
At this time we shall enter on the First of these, and that is Christ description of the Persons for whom he now becomes a suitor to his Father:
p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cc d vbz npg1 n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1615
Page 437
12459
and they in general are true believers, who are described three ways. First, by the time of their faith;
and they in general Are true believers, who Are described three ways. First, by the time of their faith;
cc pns32 p-acp j vbr j n2, r-crq vbr vvn crd n2. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1615
Page 437
12460
they are not such as did believe when Christ put up his Supplication to his Father,
they Are not such as did believe when christ put up his Supplication to his Father,
pns32 vbr xx d c-acp vdd vvi c-crq np1 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1615
Page 437
12461
but such as should believe in after-times. Secondly, by the object of their Faith, they should believe in Jesus Christ.
but such as should believe in Aftertimes. Secondly, by the Object of their Faith, they should believe in jesus christ.
cc-acp d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp n2. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1 np1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1615
Page 437
12462
Thirdly, by the instrumental means of this faith; they should believe in Christ through the Apostles word.
Thirdly, by the instrumental means of this faith; they should believe in christ through the Apostles word.
ord, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1; pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1615
Page 437
12463
I shall speak a word or two of the circumstance of time by which our Saviour here describeth those for whom he prays;
I shall speak a word or two of the circumstance of time by which our Saviour Here Describeth those for whom he prays;
pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 cc crd pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 av vvz d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz;
(52) part (DIV2)
1616
Page 438
12464
they are not such as did believe, when Christ put up this supplication to his Father;
they Are not such as did believe, when christ put up this supplication to his Father;
pns32 vbr xx d c-acp vdd vvi, c-crq np1 vvd a-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1616
Page 438
12465
but such as should believe in after-times;
but such as should believe in Aftertimes;
cc-acp d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1616
Page 438
12466
Neither pray I for these only, for my Apostles and Disciples who believe in me already, but for them also who shall believe on me through their word. Neither pray I for these only, for my Apostles and Disciples who believe in me already, but for them also who shall believe on me through their word.
av-d vvb pns11 p-acp d av-j, p-acp po11 n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno11 av, p-acp p-acp pno32 av r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1616
Page 438
12467
So that you see, DOCTRINE. Our Saviours Intercession is not confined to those who believe,
So that you see, DOCTRINE. Our Saviors Intercession is not confined to those who believe,
av cst pn22 vvb, n1. po12 ng1 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d r-crq vvb,
(52) part (DIV2)
1616
Page 438
12468
but it extends to those who shall believe, though for the present they have no faith at all in them.
but it extends to those who shall believe, though for the present they have no faith At all in them.
cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi, cs p-acp dt j pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1616
Page 438
12469
It reaches to believers by Election, to all that are appointed to believe to the end of the world;
It reaches to believers by Election, to all that Are appointed to believe to the end of the world;
pn31 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp n1, p-acp d cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12470
I pray, saith Christ, for them also (for all them) which shall believe on me, through their word. I pray, Says christ, for them also (for all them) which shall believe on me, through their word.
pns11 vvb, vvz np1, p-acp pno32 av (c-acp d pno32) r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11, p-acp po32 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12471
And as God loves believers by Election, though for the present they be unbelievers, (as I have shewed you very lately) so Christ prays for all such.
And as God loves believers by Election, though for the present they be unbelievers, (as I have showed you very lately) so christ prays for all such.
cc p-acp np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1, cs p-acp dt j pns32 vbb n2, (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av av-j) av np1 vvz p-acp d d.
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12472
Indeed he died for all such, for all such as shall believe (and not for such alone as do believe) and therefore he must needs pray for all such:
Indeed he died for all such, for all such as shall believe (and not for such alone as do believe) and Therefore he must needs pray for all such:
av pns31 vvd p-acp d d, c-acp d d c-acp vmb vvi (cc xx p-acp d j p-acp vdb vvi) cc av pns31 vmb av vvi p-acp d d:
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12473
For both the branches of his Priesthood must of necessity be co-extended:
For both the branches of his Priesthood must of necessity be coextended:
c-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb pp-f n1 vbb j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12474
and so for whomsoever he is a Priest to sacrifice, for them also he is a Priest to intercede:
and so for whomsoever he is a Priest to sacrifice, for them also he is a Priest to intercede:
cc av p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp pno32 av pns31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi:
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12475
as he hath offered up himself for them, so he hath offered up his prayers for them,
as he hath offered up himself for them, so he hath offered up his Prayers for them,
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn a-acp px31 p-acp pno32, av pns31 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno32,
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12476
and will do to the worlds end.
and will do to the world's end.
cc vmb vdi p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1617
Page 438
12477
And this (to give you but a touch of Application) may serve to hearten us exceedingly,
And this (to give you but a touch of Application) may serve to hearten us exceedingly,
cc d (p-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 av-vvg,
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12478
when we are are putting up our prayers for them who are as yet without the pale, who have as yet no faith or grace at all in them;
when we Are Are putting up our Prayers for them who Are as yet without the pale, who have as yet no faith or grace At all in them;
c-crq pns12 vbr vbr vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr a-acp av p-acp dt j, r-crq vhb a-acp av dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d p-acp pno32;
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12479
It may be they are neer to us, Parents, Children, Husbands, Wives, and we are often carried out in prayer for them, that God would yet shew mercy to them, that he would yet prevail upon them,
It may be they Are near to us, Parents, Children, Husbands, Wives, and we Are often carried out in prayer for them, that God would yet show mercy to them, that he would yet prevail upon them,
pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vbr av-j p-acp pno12, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc pns12 vbr av vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cst np1 vmd av vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vmd av vvi p-acp pno32,
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12501
Christ is the object of a true beleiving faith. So he is represented in my Text you see;
christ is the Object of a true believing faith. So he is represented in my Text you see;
np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j vvg n1. av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vvb;
(52) part (DIV2)
1620
Page 439
12480
and cause them to come in to Jesus Christ; That he would break their stubborn lusts, and work unfeigned faith in them;
and cause them to come in to jesus christ; That he would break their stubborn Lustiest, and work unfeigned faith in them;
cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp np1 np1; cst pns31 vmd vvi po32 j n2, cc vvi j n1 p-acp pno32;
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12481
And while we are breathing out our souls to God in such a way as this is, we are surpized with distrustful thoughts, that we shall never speed in this request of ours, God will never be entreated:
And while we Are breathing out our Souls to God in such a Way as this is, we Are surprised with distrustful thoughts, that we shall never speed in this request of ours, God will never be entreated:
cc cs pns12 vbr vvg av po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, cst pns12 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f png12, np1 vmb av-x vbi vvn:
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12482
and so upon a sodain our affections cool, our hearts grow dead and flat within us;
and so upon a sudden our affections cool, our hearts grow dead and flat within us;
cc av p-acp dt j po12 n2 vvi, po12 n2 vvb j cc av-j p-acp pno12;
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12483
In such a case as this is, it may be some encouragement and comfort to consider that Jesus Christ (for ought we know) hath prayed,
In such a case as this is, it may be Some encouragement and Comfort to Consider that jesus christ (for ought we know) hath prayed,
p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, pn31 vmb vbi d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cst np1 np1 (c-acp pi pns12 vvi) vhz vvn,
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12484
and may be praying to the Father for the very same person, though for the present he believe not,
and may be praying to the Father for the very same person, though for the present he believe not,
cc vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j d n1, cs p-acp dt j pns31 vvb xx,
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12485
yet he may be such an one as shall believe, as is appointed to believe in after-times:
yet he may be such an one as shall believe, as is appointed to believe in Aftertimes:
av pns31 vmb vbi d dt crd c-acp vmb vvi, c-acp vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12486
And then he is (as you have heard) within the compass of our Saviours Intercession:
And then he is (as you have herd) within the compass of our Saviors Intercession:
cc av pns31 vbz (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12487
so that the prayers that we make for him are seconded by Christ in heaven.
so that the Prayers that we make for him Are seconded by christ in heaven.
av cst dt n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12488
While we are asking such a child, or such a friend, of God, it may be Christ is asking him or her of God too, according to the Covenant of the Father with the Son, Ask of me and I will give thee.
While we Are asking such a child, or such a friend, of God, it may be christ is asking him or her of God too, according to the Covenant of the Father with the Son, Ask of me and I will give thee.
cs pns12 vbr vvg d dt n1, cc d dt n1, pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vbi np1 vbz vvg pno31 cc po31 pp-f np1 av, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21.
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12489
And therefore let us not grow cold or faint in such a suit as this is,
And Therefore let us not grow cold or faint in such a suit as this is,
cc av vvb pno12 xx vvi j-jn cc j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz,
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12490
but let us follow and pursue it to the utmost:
but let us follow and pursue it to the utmost:
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12491
Let us not cease to pray for such a person, let us not cast him out of our prayers, whom Jesus Christ hath not cast out of his;
Let us not cease to pray for such a person, let us not cast him out of our Prayers, whom jesus christ hath not cast out of his;
vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi pno31 av pp-f po12 n2, ro-crq np1 np1 vhz xx vvn av pp-f png31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12492
I pray, saith he, for such as shall believe; and this for ought we know, may be one of that number.I pray, Says he, for such as shall believe; and this for ought we know, may be one of that number.
pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, p-acp d c-acp vmb vvi; cc d c-acp vmd pns12 vvi, vmb vbi crd pp-f d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1618
Page 438
12493
And thus far of the first particular, by which our Saviour Christ describeth those for whom he prays, viz. the time of their believing.
And thus Far of the First particular, by which our Saviour christ Describeth those for whom he prays, viz. the time of their believing.
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord j, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg.
(52) part (DIV2)
1619
Page 439
12494
They are not such as did believe when Christ put up this supplication for them to the Father,
They Are not such as did believe when christ put up this supplication for them to the Father,
pns32 vbr xx d c-acp vdd vvi c-crq np1 vvd a-acp d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1619
Page 439
12495
but such as should believe in after-times.
but such as should believe in Aftertimes.
cc-acp d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1619
Page 439
12496
Proceed we to the second thing by which he sets them forth, and that is, by the Spirit of this faith of theirs, they should believe in Jesus Christ;
Proceed we to the second thing by which he sets them forth, and that is, by the Spirit of this faith of theirs, they should believe in jesus christ;
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 av, cc d vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png32, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1 np1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1620
Page 439
12497
Neither pray I for these alone, saith Christ here, but for them also which shall believe on me: Neither pray I for these alone, Says christ Here, but for them also which shall believe on me:
av-dx vvb pns11 p-acp d j, vvz np1 av, p-acp p-acp pno32 av r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11:
(52) part (DIV2)
1620
Page 439
12498
He doth not say, for them which shall believe on God, or for them which shall believe the Word of God, but for them which shall believe on me;
He does not say, for them which shall believe on God, or for them which shall believe the Word of God, but for them which shall believe on me;
pns31 vdz xx vvi, p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11;
(52) part (DIV2)
1620
Page 439
12499
so that the point to be observed is this.
so that the point to be observed is this.
av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(52) part (DIV2)
1620
Page 439
12500
DOCTRINE. That true Believers do pitch their Faith on Jesus Christ, and make him the object of it.DOCTRINE. That true Believers do pitch their Faith on jesus christ, and make him the Object of it.
n1. cst j n2 vdb vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 np1, cc vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1620
Page 439
12502
The faithful do beleive on him.
The faithful do believe on him.
dt j vdb vvi p-acp pno31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12503
It's true indeed, that faith in general (which even Reprobates and Devils have) looks with an equal eye on all the Book of God, assenteth to the truth of all in gross:
It's true indeed, that faith in general (which even Reprobates and Devils have) looks with an equal eye on all the Book of God, assenteth to the truth of all in gross:
pn31|vbz j av, cst n1 p-acp n1 (r-crq av n2-jn cc n2 vhb) vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12504
But justifying faith, whith is the faith whereof we speak, picks out this special object Jesus Christ which is imbraced and received.
But justifying faith, vuhith is the faith whereof we speak, picks out this special Object jesus christ which is embraced and received.
cc-acp vvg n1, p-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, vvz av d j n1 np1 np1 r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn.
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12505
By him, saith the Apostle Paul (that is, by Christ, and none but him) all that believe are justified from all those things from which they could not have been justified by the Law of Moses, Act. 13.39. The Law will never justifie us, but condemn us:By him, Says the Apostle Paul (that is, by christ, and none but him) all that believe Are justified from all those things from which they could not have been justified by the Law of Moses, Act. 13.39. The Law will never justify us, but condemn us:
p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1 np1 (cst vbz, p-acp np1, cc pix p-acp pno31) d cst vvb vbr vvn p-acp d d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd. dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno12, cc-acp vvb pno12:
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12506
No, we are justified by faith in Christ and him alone who is revealed and manifested to us in the Gospel:
No, we Are justified by faith in christ and him alone who is revealed and manifested to us in the Gospel:
uh-dx, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc pno31 av-j r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12507
The Rightousness of God, that is the righteousness which makes us righteous; the righteousness of man will never do it;
The Righteousness of God, that is the righteousness which makes us righteous; the righteousness of man will never do it;
dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz pno12 j; dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vdi pn31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12508
No, it must be the righteousness of God himself, This is ours by faith in Christ, as the Apostle shews, Rom. 3.22.
No, it must be the righteousness of God himself, This is ours by faith in christ, as the Apostle shows, Rom. 3.22.
uh-x, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, d vbz png12 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12509
He that believeth in the Son hath life, Joh. 3. ult. Observe it well, he saith not in the Father,He that Believeth in the Son hath life, John 3. ult. Observe it well, he Says not in the Father,
pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vhz n1, np1 crd n1. vvb pn31 av, pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12510
nor the Holy Ghost, though certainly we must believe in both these;
nor the Holy Ghost, though Certainly we must believe in both these;
ccx dt j n1, cs av-j pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d d;
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12511
But Christ is the immediate object of the faith which justifieth, or of it as it justifieth.
But christ is the immediate Object of the faith which Justifieth, or of it as it Justifieth.
cc-acp np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz, cc pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vvz.
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12512
He that believeth in the Son hath life, the life of holiness, and the life of righteousness,He that Believeth in the Son hath life, the life of holiness, and the life of righteousness,
pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vhz n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12513
for both of them are very clearly meant in that place.
for both of them Are very clearly meant in that place.
p-acp d pp-f pno32 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1621
Page 439
12514
Object. But you will say perhaps, Is not the Word of God, and is not God himself, Object. But you will say perhaps, Is not the Word of God, and is not God himself,
n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbz xx np1 px31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1622
Page 439
12515
and is not everlasting life the object of our faith? how then is Christ as I have said,
and is not everlasting life the Object of our faith? how then is christ as I have said,
cc vbz xx j n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? uh-crq av vbz np1 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn,
(52) part (DIV2)
1622
Page 439
12516
and Christ alone the next and the immediate object of it? and christ alone the next and the immediate Object of it?
cc np1 av-j dt ord cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31?
(52) part (DIV2)
1622
Page 439
12517
Sol. To this, because it is compounded as it were of divers things, I must answer divers ways.Sol. To this, Because it is compounded as it were of diverse things, I must answer diverse ways.
np1 p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr pp-f j n2, pns11 vmb vvi j n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1623
Page 439
12518
1. For the Word of God, that is not properly the object of the faith that justifieth,
1. For the Word of God, that is not properly the Object of the faith that Justifieth,
crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz,
(52) part (DIV2)
1624
Page 439
12519
but is so called by a figure, because it holds forth and exhibits Christ who is indeed the proper object of this justifying faith.
but is so called by a figure, Because it holds forth and exhibits christ who is indeed the proper Object of this justifying faith.
cc-acp vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz av cc vvz np1 r-crq vbz av dt j n1 pp-f d vvg n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1624
Page 439
12520
Or secondly the Word of God, although it may in some respects be called the object of faith that justifieth,
Or secondly the Word of God, although it may in Some respects be called the Object of faith that Justifieth,
cc ord dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn31 vmb p-acp d n2 vbb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz,
(52) part (DIV2)
1624
Page 439
12521
yet not qua justificat, not as it justifieth, as the School speaks. It's true, that justifying faith believeth other things propounded in the Word of God.
yet not qua justificat, not as it Justifieth, as the School speaks. It's true, that justifying faith Believeth other things propounded in the Word of God.
av xx fw-la fw-la, xx c-acp pn31 vvz, c-acp dt n1 vvz. pn31|vbz j, cst vvg n1 vvz j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1624
Page 440
12522
But faith as it justifieth, lays hold on Christ and him only, not knowing any other thing here but Jesus Christ and him crucified.
But faith as it Justifieth, lays hold on christ and him only, not knowing any other thing Here but jesus christ and him Crucified.
p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vvz, vvz n1 p-acp np1 cc pno31 av-j, xx vvg d j-jn n1 av p-acp np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1624
Page 440
12541
and clasp the arms of faith about him:
and clasp the arms of faith about him:
cc vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31:
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12523
2. As for the second thing propounded in the Querie, True it is that God the Father is the Object of our faith (I mean the faith which justifyeth;) but not the next and the immediate Object of it.
2. As for the second thing propounded in the Querie, True it is that God the Father is the Object of our faith (I mean the faith which Justifieth;) but not the next and the immediate Object of it.
crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 vvn p-acp dt np1, j pn31 vbz cst np1 dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 (pns11 vvb dt n1 r-crq vvz;) cc-acp xx dt ord cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12524
Christ must be first laid hold upon, and God in Christ. Such trust have we through Christ in God, saith the Apostle, 2 Cor. 3.4.
christ must be First laid hold upon, and God in christ. Such trust have we through christ in God, Says the Apostle, 2 Cor. 3.4.
np1 vmb vbi ord vvn n1 p-acp, cc np1 p-acp np1. d n1 vhb pns12 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12525
Even Turks and Jews and Arrians boast of faith in God you know, amd yet because they apprehend not Jesus Christ, they miserably lose their own souls.
Even Turks and jews and Arians boast of faith in God you know, and yet Because they apprehend not jesus christ, they miserably loose their own Souls.
j np1 cc np2 cc n2-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 pn22 vvb, cc av c-acp pns32 vvb xx np1 np1, pns32 av-j vvi po32 d n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12526
He that denyeth (and so by consequence,) believes not in the Son, can never have the Father, as you may see, 1 John 2.23.He that denyeth (and so by consequence,) believes not in the Son, can never have the Father, as you may see, 1 John 2.23.
pns31 cst vvz (cc av p-acp n1,) vvz xx p-acp dt n1, vmb av-x vhi dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12527
He is like a man goes about to grasp a thing that is too big for him, a large and smooth round-bodyed Cup, it slips away out of his fingers,
He is like a man Goes about to grasp a thing that is too big for him, a large and smooth round-bodyed Cup, it slips away out of his fingers,
pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz av j c-acp pno31, dt j cc j j n1, pn31 vvz av av pp-f po31 n2,
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12528
whereas he might have held it by the handle. The faith which justifies us, my beloved, apprehendeth Christ, receiveth and layeth hold on him,
whereas he might have held it by the handle. The faith which Justifies us, my Beloved, apprehendeth christ, receives and Layeth hold on him,
cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1. dt n1 r-crq vvz pno12, po11 j-vvn, vvz np1, vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp pno31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12529
and then as it is added in the fore-alledged Scripture, He that hath the Son, hath the Father also.
and then as it is added in the fore-alleged Scripture, He that hath the Son, hath the Father also.
cc av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vhz dt n1 av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1625
Page 440
12530
3. As for the third particular propounded whether salvation and eternal life be the object of our faith.
3. As for the third particular propounded whither salvation and Eternal life be the Object of our faith.
crd p-acp p-acp dt ord j vvn cs n1 cc j n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1626
Page 440
12531
To say the truth, salvation and eternal life is not so properly believed as hoped for.
To say the truth, salvation and Eternal life is not so properly believed as hoped for.
p-acp vvi dt n1, n1 cc j n1 vbz xx av av-j vvn c-acp vvn p-acp.
(52) part (DIV2)
1626
Page 440
12532
Nor can it be so fitly called the object, as the consequent and end of faith.
Nor can it be so fitly called the Object, as the consequent and end of faith.
ccx vmb pn31 vbi av av-j vvn dt n1, c-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1626
Page 440
12533
So the Apostle calls it, 1 Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end, saith he, (Conceive it the perfection, or the reward of your faith) even the salvation of your souls.
So the Apostle calls it, 1 Pet. 1.9. Receiving the end, Says he, (Conceive it the perfection, or the reward of your faith) even the salvation of your Souls.
np1 dt n1 vvz pn31, crd np1 crd. vvg dt n1, vvz pns31, (vvb pn31 dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n1) av dt n1 pp-f po22 n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1626
Page 440
12534
Salvation then you see my brethren, is the end, Christ is the object of our faith.
Salvation then you see my brothers, is the end, christ is the Object of our faith.
n1 cs pn22 vvb po11 n2, vbz dt n1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1626
Page 440
12535
Is Christ the Object of a true believers faith? Then do not satisfie your selves my brethren, with a general assent to sacred Revelation,
Is christ the Object of a true believers faith? Then do not satisfy your selves my brothers, with a general assent to sacred Revelation,
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 n1? av vdb xx vvi po22 n2 po11 n2, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12536
neither do you rest in this that you believe the word of God in gross.
neither do you rest in this that you believe the word of God in gross.
av-dx vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d cst pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j.
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12537
Alas, how many men that have been throughly convinced of the truth of all the Scripture, are notwithstanding under everlasting Chains and darkness!
Alas, how many men that have been thoroughly convinced of the truth of all the Scripture, Are notwithstanding under everlasting Chains and darkness!
np1, c-crq d n2 cst vhb vbn av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vbr a-acp p-acp j n2 cc n1!
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12538
the Devils themselves believe and tremble. They believe the word (historically you must understand it) and because it makes against them the greater their faith is, the greater is their fear.
the Devils themselves believe and tremble. They believe the word (historically you must understand it) and Because it makes against them the greater their faith is, the greater is their Fear.
dt n2 px32 vvi cc vvi. pns32 vvb dt n1 (av-j pn22 vmb vvi pn31) cc c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 dt jc po32 n1 vbz, dt jc vbz po32 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12539
As therefore you desire to be absolved and acquitted from the guilt of all your sins which else will sink you down into the pit of Hell for ever, to be invested with the righteousness of Christ, without which you can never have admittance to the marriage of the Lamb,
As Therefore you desire to be absolved and acquitted from the guilt of all your Sins which Else will sink you down into the pit of Hell for ever, to be invested with the righteousness of christ, without which you can never have admittance to the marriage of the Lamb,
p-acp av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2 r-crq av vmb vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb av-x vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12540
nor to those joyes and pleasures at the Lords right hand for evermore, lay hold on Jesus Christ,
nor to those Joys and pleasures At the lords right hand for evermore, lay hold on jesus christ,
ccx p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 j-jn n1 p-acp av, vvb vvb p-acp np1 np1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12542
Men and brethren, to you is this salvation sent, and we declare unto you glad tydings, preaching through Christ the forgiveness of sins:
Men and brothers, to you is this salvation sent, and we declare unto you glad tidings, preaching through christ the forgiveness of Sins:
n2 cc n2, p-acp pn22 vbz d n1 vvd, cc pns12 vvb p-acp pn22 j n2, vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12543
and that by him all that believe are justified from all things from which they could not have been justified by the Law of Moses. We offer and exhibit Christ unto you,
and that by him all that believe Are justified from all things from which they could not have been justified by the Law of Moses. We offer and exhibit christ unto you,
cc cst p-acp pno31 d cst vvb vbr vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pns12 vvb cc vvi np1 p-acp pn22,
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12544
and we beseech you to accept him, that you may be saved. We stand and cry, Ho every one that thirsteth, came to this water.
and we beseech you to accept him, that you may be saved. We stand and cry, Ho every one that Thirsteth, Come to this water.
cc pns12 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn. pns12 vvb cc vvi, uh d crd cst vvz, vvd p-acp d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12545
Now as you tender the salvation of your pretious souls, let faith make out to Jesus Christ that comes towards her;
Now as you tender the salvation of your precious Souls, let faith make out to jesus christ that comes towards her;
av c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 j n2, vvb n1 vvi av p-acp np1 np1 cst vvz p-acp pno31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 440
12546
let her fasten on her object.
let her fasten on her Object.
vvb po31 vvb p-acp po31 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 441
12547
And that you may the better know what I perswade you to, I shall shew you very briefly, that there are four acts of the soul in reference to Jesus Christ, wherein the essence and the being of justifying faith consists:
And that you may the better know what I persuade you to, I shall show you very briefly, that there Are four acts of the soul in Referente to jesus christ, wherein the essence and the being of justifying faith consists:
cc cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi r-crq pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av av-j, cst a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 vvz:
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 441
12548
Whereof the former two, are of the understanding, and the two latter of the will. I shall but only touch at them.
Whereof the former two, Are of the understanding, and the two latter of the will. I shall but only touch At them.
c-crq dt j crd, vbr pp-f dt n1, cc dt crd d pp-f dt n1. pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j vvi p-acp pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1627
Page 441
12549
1. Well then, the first thing you are to do, you must endeavour to know Christ aright:
1. Well then, the First thing you Are to do, you must endeavour to know christ aright:
crd uh-av av, dt ord n1 pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1 av:
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12550
distinct explicite knowledge of him in a measure, is necessary to the being of this justifying faith.
distinct explicit knowledge of him in a measure, is necessary to the being of this justifying faith.
j j n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1, vbz j p-acp dt vbg pp-f d vvg n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12551
And therefore knowledge is sometimes put for faith in Scripture;
And Therefore knowledge is sometime put for faith in Scripture;
cc av n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12552
by his knowledge or the knowledge of himself, shall my righteous servant justifie many, saith the Father of the Son, Isa. 53.11.by his knowledge or the knowledge of himself, shall my righteous servant justify many, Says the Father of the Son, Isaiah 53.11.
p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f px31, vmb po11 j n1 vvi d, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12553
And here to be a little more distinct, you must know that Christ is a compleat and al-sufficient Saviour to free you from the wrath of God,
And Here to be a little more distinct, you must know that christ is a complete and All-sufficient Saviour to free you from the wrath of God,
cc av pc-acp vbi dt j av-dc j, pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12554
and to bring you to eternal life; That he is offered by the Lord to you, as well as any other:
and to bring you to Eternal life; That he is offered by the Lord to you, as well as any other:
cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp j n1; cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp av c-acp d n-jn:
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12555
for so the messengers of God have their Commission to make an universal tender of him to all to whom they preach without exception;
for so the messengers of God have their Commission to make an universal tender of him to all to whom they preach without exception;
c-acp av dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12556
Go preach the Gospel to every creature, Mark 16.15.Go preach the Gospel to every creature, Mark 16.15.
vvb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12557
And what is it to preach the Gospel to them, but to say as the Angel to the Shepherds, Luke 2.10, 11. I bring you good tydings of great joy, which shall be to all people:
And what is it to preach the Gospel to them, but to say as the Angel to the Shepherd's, Lycia 2.10, 11. I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people:
cc q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, av crd, crd pns11 vvb pn22 j n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp d n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12558
for unto you is born this day in the City of David, a Saviour which is Christ the Lord? And as Peter to the Jews, Acts 2.39.for unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Saviour which is christ the Lord? And as Peter to the jews, Acts 2.39.
c-acp p-acp pn22 vbz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 r-crq vbz np1 dt n1? cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt np2, n2 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12559
The promise is to you and to your children, yea and to all that are afar off, The promise is to you and to your children, yea and to all that Are afar off,
dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22 cc p-acp po22 n2, uh cc p-acp d cst vbr av a-acp,
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12560
as many as the Lord our God shall call. as many as the Lord our God shall call.
c-acp d c-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vmb vvi.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12561
Yea you must know that Christ is offered to you, so that you are peremptorily commanded and required to believe in him.
Yea you must know that christ is offered to you, so that you Are peremptorily commanded and required to believe in him.
uh pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, av cst pn22 vbr av-j vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12562
Come to me, saith our Saviour, Mat. 11.28.Come to me, Says our Saviour, Mathew 11.28.
vvb p-acp pno11, vvz po12 n1, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12563
i. e. Believe in me, (for so himself expounds the phrase as you may see, John 6.35.) all you that labour and are heavy-laden, i. e. Believe in me, (for so himself expounds the phrase as you may see, John 6.35.) all you that labour and Are heavy-laden,
sy. sy. vvb p-acp pno11, (c-acp av px31 vvz dt n1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd.) d pn22 cst vvb cc vbr j,
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12564
and I will give you rest. and I will give you rest.
cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12565
This is the first thing requisite to justifying faith, of which Christ is the proper Object.
This is the First thing requisite to justifying faith, of which christ is the proper Object.
d vbz dt ord n1 j p-acp vvg n1, pp-f r-crq np1 vbz dt j n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1628
Page 441
12566
2. The second act is the Assent and Credit of the mind to this, that Christ is such a one indeed,
2. The second act is the Assent and Credit of the mind to this, that christ is such a one indeed,
crd dt ord n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d, cst np1 vbz d dt pi av,
(52) part (DIV2)
1629
Page 441
12567
and that God offers him indeed in such a way as hath been said. And that in this his gracious offer he intendeth as he saith:
and that God offers him indeed in such a Way as hath been said. And that in this his gracious offer he intends as he Says:
cc cst np1 vvz pno31 av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vhz vbn vvn. cc cst p-acp d po31 j n1 pns31 vvz c-acp pns31 vvz:
(52) part (DIV2)
1629
Page 441
12568
That Christ and all his merits will be yours if you accept him. This you must consent to;
That christ and all his merits will be yours if you accept him. This you must consent to;
cst np1 cc d po31 n2 vmb vbi png22 cs pn22 vvb pno31. np1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp;
(52) part (DIV2)
1629
Page 441
12569
you must say with the Apostle, 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithfull saying; and in relation to this act it is that faith is called believing, John 3.36. and elsewhere often in the Scripture.
you must say with the Apostle, 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a faithful saying; and in Relation to this act it is that faith is called believing, John 3.36. and elsewhere often in the Scripture.
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. d vbz dt j n-vvg; cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz cst n1 vbz vvn vvg, np1 crd. cc av av p-acp dt n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1629
Page 441
12570
3. The third act is the yeelding of the Will to this external exhibition of the Son of God, this blessed offer of him in the Gospel, not only for the certain truth,
3. The third act is the yielding of the Will to this external exhibition of the Son of God, this blessed offer of him in the Gospel, not only for the certain truth,
crd dt ord n1 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, d j-vvn n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12571
but the incomparable excellency of it;
but the incomparable excellency of it;
cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31;
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12572
when the heart accepteth of it, and embraceth it, and saith with the Apostle in the fore-alledged Scripture, 1 Tim. 1.15. This saying as it is a faithfull one, so it is worthy of all acceptation.
when the heart Accepteth of it, and Embraceth it, and Says with the Apostle in the fore-alleged Scripture, 1 Tim. 1.15. This saying as it is a faithful one, so it is worthy of all acceptation.
c-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pn31, cc vvz pn31, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd. d vvg p-acp pn31 vbz dt j pi, av pn31 vbz j pp-f d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12573
It is a faithfull saying, saith the Understanding, and therefore I will give assent to it:It is a faithful saying, Says the Understanding, and Therefore I will give assent to it:
pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, vvz dt n1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31:
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12574
It is a saying worthy of all acceptation, saith the will, and therefore I will close with it.It is a saying worthy of all acceptation, Says the will, and Therefore I will close with it.
pn31 vbz dt vvg j pp-f d n1, vvz dt n1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31.
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12575
So the faith of the Fathers is described, Heb. 11.13. in which all the three acts which we have mentioned are wrapt up together. They saw the promises;
So the faith of the Father's is described, Hebrew 11.13. in which all the three acts which we have mentioned Are wrapped up together. They saw the promises;
np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz vvn, np1 crd. p-acp r-crq d dt crd n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn vbr vvn a-acp av. pns32 vvd dt n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12576
conceive it with the understandings eye, they knew them and they understood them.
conceive it with the understandings eye, they knew them and they understood them.
vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2 vvb, pns32 vvd pno32 cc pns32 vvd pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 441
12577
They were perswaded of them, they gave assent to them, and they received them and embraced them:
They were persuaded of them, they gave assent to them, and they received them and embraced them:
pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f pno32, pns32 vvd n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvd pno32 cc vvd pno32:
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 442
12578
for both these terms are there used, not the words and surface of them, but Christ in them.
for both these terms Are there used, not the words and surface of them, but christ in them.
p-acp d d n2 vbr a-acp vvn, xx dt n2 cc n1 pp-f pno32, cc-acp np1 p-acp pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 442
12579
In which respect this act of faith is sometimes called receiving of Christ, as see John 1.12. To as many as received him, &c. So that believing and receiving are all one; this is the third act.
In which respect this act of faith is sometime called receiving of christ, as see John 1.12. To as many as received him, etc. So that believing and receiving Are all one; this is the third act.
p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn vvg pp-f np1, c-acp vvb np1 crd. p-acp p-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, av av cst vvg cc vvg vbr d pi; d vbz dt ord n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1630
Page 442
12580
4. The fourth and last act, is a resting, a relying, and recumbency on Christ for mercy and salvation:
4. The fourth and last act, is a resting, a relying, and recumbency on christ for mercy and salvation:
crd dt ord cc ord n1, vbz dt j-vvg, dt vvg, cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12581
this is the great act of the soul in faith: A roling of it self on Jesus Christ, expecting life and happiness no other way,
this is the great act of the soul in faith: A rolling of it self on jesus christ, expecting life and happiness no other Way,
d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1: dt j-vvg pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp np1 np1, vvg n1 cc n1 av-dx j-jn n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12582
and by no other mean but him only:
and by no other mean but him only:
cc p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno31 av-j:
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12583
And this is that which is so often called believing in the Son of God, believing in his name, trusting in him,
And this is that which is so often called believing in the Son of God, believing in his name, trusting in him,
cc d vbz d r-crq vbz av av vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp pno31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12584
as the Apostle Pauls expression is, Ephes. 1.12. or trusting to him for all the good that we expect or look for.
as the Apostle Paul's expression is, Ephesians 1.12. or trusting to him for all the good that we expect or look for.
c-acp dt n1 npg1 n1 vbz, np1 crd. cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt j cst pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp.
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12585
These are the four great acts of faith, and Christ you see is the immediate and proper object of them all:
These Are the four great acts of faith, and christ you see is the immediate and proper Object of them all:
d vbr dt crd j n2 pp-f n1, cc np1 pn22 vvb vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno32 d:
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12586
So that you easily perceive what I intend when I perswade you and exhort you to fasten on this object and to believe in Jesus Christ.
So that you Easily perceive what I intend when I persuade you and exhort you to fasten on this Object and to believe in jesus christ.
av cst pn22 av-j vvb r-crq pns11 vvb c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1631
Page 442
12587
Object. But you will say perhaps (as that is now a great Objection) the Creature is not able to believe: Object. But you will say perhaps (as that is now a great Objection) the Creature is not able to believe:
n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av (c-acp d vbz av dt j n1) dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi:
(52) part (DIV2)
1632
Page 442
12588
it is an impotent and dead thing: what can the Creature do? And why do you perswade it to believe? it is an impotent and dead thing: what can the Creature do? And why do you persuade it to believe?
pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1: r-crq vmb dt n1 vdb? cc q-crq vdb pn22 vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi?
(52) part (DIV2)
1632
Page 442
12589
Sol. True my beloved, it can do nothing, and you would have it to do nothing by this Rule.Sol. True my Beloved, it can do nothing, and you would have it to do nothing by this Rule.
np1 j po11 j-vvn, pn31 vmb vdi pix, cc pn22 vmd vhi pn31 pc-acp vdi pix p-acp d n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12590
Keep away the means from it, and when will it attain the end? It hath no faith:
Keep away the means from it, and when will it attain the end? It hath no faith:
np1 av dt n2 p-acp pn31, cc q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1? pn31 vhz dx n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12591
it is not able to believe: but faith comes by this means, by the perswasions and intreaties of the Gospel:
it is not able to believe: but faith comes by this means, by the persuasions and entreaties of the Gospel:
pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi: cc-acp n1 vvz p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12592
Faith comes by hearing, Rom. 10.17.Faith comes by hearing, Rom. 10.17.
n1 vvz p-acp vvg, np1 crd.
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12593
When the Apostles perswaded sinners to believe, (as that was very usual with them) might not a man have said to them, What do you speak to them? They cannot do what you perswade them to;
When the Apostles persuaded Sinners to believe, (as that was very usual with them) might not a man have said to them, What do you speak to them? They cannot do what you persuade them to;
c-crq dt n2 vvd n2 pc-acp vvi, (c-acp d vbds av j p-acp pno32) vmd xx dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp pno32? pns32 vmbx vdb r-crq pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp;
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12594
and yet you know what multitudes sometimes were brought to believe by one Sermon.
and yet you know what Multitudes sometime were brought to believe by one Sermon.
cc av pn22 vvb r-crq n2 av vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12595
So that the word is not in vain, though men be dead and unable to believe,
So that the word is not in vain, though men be dead and unable to believe,
av cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp j, cs n2 vbb j cc j-u pc-acp vvi,
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12596
because when God is pleased to work with it, it quickens them, and begetteth faith in them.
Because when God is pleased to work with it, it quickens them, and begetteth faith in them.
c-acp c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz pno32, cc vvz n1 p-acp pno32.
(52) part (DIV2)
1633
Page 442
12597
Is Christ the Object of a true believers faith? Are we justified by faith as it layes hold on Christ,
Is christ the Object of a true believers faith? are we justified by faith as it lays hold on christ,
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 n1? vbr pns12 vvn p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp np1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12598
and on the Righteousness of Christ? This then discovers the defect and imperfection of inherent righteousness.
and on the Righteousness of christ? This then discovers the defect and imperfection of inherent righteousness.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 av vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12599
This laying hold upon the Lord Jesus, this going forth out of our selves to fetch Righteousness abroad to justifie us in the sight of God, implies an emptiness and want of it at home.
This laying hold upon the Lord jesus, this going forth out of our selves to fetch Righteousness abroad to justify us in the sighed of God, Implies an emptiness and want of it At home.
np1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, d vvg av av pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1-an.
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12600
Tis true indeed, had we continued in our first integrity, had we remained in that uprighteness and perfection which was at first bestowed upon us, there had been then no need at all of justifying faith.
This true indeed, had we continued in our First integrity, had we remained in that uprighteness and perfection which was At First bestowed upon us, there had been then no need At all of justifying faith.
pn31|vbz j av, vhd pns12 vvn p-acp po12 ord n1, vhd pns12 vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbds p-acp ord vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vhd vbn av dx n1 p-acp d pp-f vvg n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12601
But when our own inherent righteousness was lost in Adams fall, so that there was an utter failing of it,
But when our own inherent righteousness was lost in Adams fallen, so that there was an utter failing of it,
p-acp c-crq po12 d j n1 vbds vvn p-acp npg1 vvb, av cst pc-acp vbds dt j vvg pp-f pn31,
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12602
an absolute deficiency in our selves, Faith was provided to supply us and to furnish us again, by fetching in the righteousness of Christ,
an absolute deficiency in our selves, Faith was provided to supply us and to furnish us again, by fetching in the righteousness of christ,
dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 cc p-acp vvi pno12 av, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12603
so that this laying hold upon imputed, apparently implyes the absence of inherent righteousness;
so that this laying hold upon imputed, apparently Implies the absence of inherent righteousness;
av cst d vvg n1 p-acp j-vvn, av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12604
And therefore when we shall be raised again to that perfection which we once enjoyed in Adam in the state of Innocency, which shall be done you know my brethren, in the other Paradise, in heaven, in the state of glory, this justifying faith shall cease, at least with reference to the receiving of Jesus the Lord our Righteousness,
And Therefore when we shall be raised again to that perfection which we once enjoyed in Adam in the state of Innocency, which shall be done you know my brothers, in the other Paradise, in heaven, in the state of glory, this justifying faith shall cease, At least with Referente to the receiving of jesus the Lord our Righteousness,
cc av c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp d n1 r-crq pns12 a-acp vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vbi vdn pn22 vvb po11 n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vvg n1 vmb vvi, p-acp ds p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 dt n1 po12 n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12605
because we shall have righteousness enough in heaven of our own.
Because we shall have righteousness enough in heaven of our own.
c-acp pns12 vmb vhi n1 av-d p-acp n1 pp-f po12 d.
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 442
12606
And this is that which the Apostle meaneth in that memorable place, 1 Cor. 13. ult.
And this is that which the Apostle means in that memorable place, 1 Cor. 13. ult.
cc d vbz cst r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d j n1, crd np1 crd n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 443
12607
And now abideth faith, hope and charity. Now they abide; conceive it in the present life; they all continue;And now Abideth faith, hope and charity. Now they abide; conceive it in the present life; they all continue;
cc av vvz n1, n1 cc n1. av pns32 vvb; vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1; pns32 d vvi;
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 443
12608
for that is his intention there, but the chiefest of these is charity, the chiefest in regard of permanency and duration,
for that is his intention there, but the chiefest of these is charity, the chiefest in regard of permanency and duration,
p-acp d vbz po31 n1 a-acp, cc-acp dt js-jn pp-f d vbz n1, dt js-jn n1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 443
12609
because that never faileth as he affirmeth in the eighth verse of that Chapter, No not in heaven in the state of blessedness where justifying faith and hope shall fail, and be taken both away.
Because that never Faileth as he Affirmeth in the eighth verse of that Chapter, No not in heaven in the state of blessedness where justifying faith and hope shall fail, and be taken both away.
c-acp d av-x vvz c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, uh-dx xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq vvg n1 cc n1 vmb vvi, cc vbi vvn av-d av.
(52) part (DIV2)
1634
Page 443
12610
Is Christ the Object of a true believers faith? This then as it discovers the defect and imperfection of inherent righteousness,
Is christ the Object of a true believers faith? This then as it discovers the defect and imperfection of inherent righteousness,
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 n1? np1 av c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12611
so the perfection of imputed righteousness: as the defect of sanctification, so the perfection of justification.
so the perfection of imputed righteousness: as the defect of sanctification, so the perfection of justification.
av dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1: c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12612
It is the righteousness of Christ which we fetch in by faith, and that you know is absolute and accomplisht righteousness.
It is the righteousness of christ which we fetch in by faith, and that you know is absolute and accomplished righteousness.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp n1, cc cst pn22 vvb vbz j cc j-vvn n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12613
And this administers incomparable sweet and pretious comfort to the Saints, who are so far dejected with the sense and feeling of their wants as to conclude they are not justified in the sight of God, they are so full of imperfections and defects:
And this administers incomparable sweet and precious Comfort to the Saints, who Are so Far dejected with the sense and feeling of their Wants as to conclude they Are not justified in the sighed of God, they Are so full of imperfections and defects:
cc d n2 j j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 c-acp pc-acp vvi pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr av j pp-f n2 cc n2:
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12614
Oh they come so far short, their graces are so small and weak, and their obedience is so slender, that they resolve the Lord will not accept and justifie such wretched creatures as they are.
O they come so Far short, their graces Are so small and weak, and their Obedience is so slender, that they resolve the Lord will not accept and justify such wretched creatures as they Are.
uh pns32 vvb av av-j j, po32 n2 vbr av j cc j, cc po32 n1 vbz av j, cst pns32 vvb dt n1 vmb xx vvi cc vvi d j n2 c-acp pns32 vbr.
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12615
Indeed my brethren, if our being justified and accepted with the Lord, depended on the highth and the perfection of inherent righteousness, we had cause to be discouraged:
Indeed my brothers, if our being justified and accepted with the Lord, depended on the highth and the perfection of inherent righteousness, we had cause to be discouraged:
np1 po11 n2, cs po12 vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vvd p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn:
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12616
But seeing we are justified by faith in Christ by laying hold on the Lord our righteousness, by fetching in the righteousness of Christ,
But seeing we Are justified by faith in christ by laying hold on the Lord our righteousness, by fetching in the righteousness of christ,
cc-acp vvg pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12617
and not by perfecting our own:
and not by perfecting our own:
cc xx p-acp vvg po12 d:
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12618
if we have taken him, we are compleat in him (as the Apostle speaks) amidst our many unallowed imperfections and defects;
if we have taken him, we Are complete in him (as the Apostle speaks) amid our many unallowed imperfections and defects;
cs pns12 vhb vvn pno31, pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) p-acp po12 d j-vvn n2 cc n2;
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12619
And though we should be humbled for our failings, with refererence to sanctification, yet we should not doubt our selves and our estates, with reference to justification:
And though we should be humbled for our failings, with refererence to sanctification, yet we should not doubt our selves and our estates, with Referente to justification:
cc cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2-vvg, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av pns12 vmd xx vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp n1:
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12620
for having once received Christ by faith we are compleat in him, though imperfect in our selves.
for having once received christ by faith we Are complete in him, though imperfect in our selves.
c-acp vhg a-acp vvn np1 p-acp n1 pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31, cs j p-acp po12 n2.
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12621
If all the Righteousness which is in Christ will make us righteous, we are righteous; for he is made to us righteousness, 1 Cor. 1.30. Oh, how should this support their drooping spirits, who pine away in endless sorrow for their failings and defects!
If all the Righteousness which is in christ will make us righteous, we Are righteous; for he is made to us righteousness, 1 Cor. 1.30. O, how should this support their drooping spirits, who pine away in endless sorrow for their failings and defects!
cs d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 vmb vvi pno12 j, pns12 vbr j; p-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 n1, vvn np1 crd. uh, q-crq vmd d vvi po32 j-vvg n2, r-crq n1 av p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 n2-vvg cc n2!
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12622
If they be sure they have laid hold on Christ by faith, they may conclude his righteousness is theirs,
If they be sure they have laid hold on christ by faith, they may conclude his righteousness is theirs,
cs pns32 vbb j pns32 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1 vbz png32,
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12623
and that is perfect though their own be weak and wanting;
and that is perfect though their own be weak and wanting;
cc d vbz j cs po32 d vbi j cc j-vvg;
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12624
And though they be discouraged in themselves, they may encourage and cheer up themselves in Christs;
And though they be discouraged in themselves, they may encourage and cheer up themselves in Christ;
cc cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp px32, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp px32 p-acp npg1;
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12625
And certainly in doing so they honour Christ, and advance his fulness.
And Certainly in doing so they honour christ, and advance his fullness.
cc av-j p-acp vdg av pns32 vvb np1, cc vvi po31 n1.
(52) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 443
12626
JOHN. 17.20. But for them also that shall believe on me through their word.JOHN. 17.20. But for them also that shall believe on me through their word.
np1. crd. cc-acp p-acp pno32 av cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1635
Page 444
12627
VVE are at length arrived at the third particular considered in the words, viz. The instrumental means of their believing, whom our Saviour prayes for in my Text, Neither pray I for these alone,
WE Are At length arrived At the third particular considered in the words, viz. The instrumental means of their believing, whom our Saviour prays for in my Text, Neither pray I for these alone,
pns12 vbr p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt ord j vvn p-acp dt n2, n1 dt j n2 pp-f po32 vvg, ro-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp po11 n1, av-dx vvb pns11 p-acp d j,
(53) part (DIV2)
1637
Page 444
12628
but for them also that shall believe on me through their word. but for them also that shall believe on me through their word.
cc-acp p-acp pno32 av cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1637
Page 444
12629
There hath been noted, as you may remember, the time of their believing, not the present,
There hath been noted, as you may Remember, the time of their believing, not the present,
a-acp vhz vbn vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg, xx dt j,
(53) part (DIV2)
1637
Page 444
12630
but the future time, they shall believe; The Object of it Jesus Christ; The instrumental means of it, through their word.
but the future time, they shall believe; The Object of it jesus christ; The instrumental means of it, through their word.
cc-acp dt j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vvi; dt n1 pp-f pn31 uh-np np1; dt j n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp po32 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1637
Page 444
12631
Through their word; through whose word? why through the Apostles word, for whom our Saviour is a Suitor to his Father in the foregoing parcell of his prayer,Through their word; through whose word? why through the Apostles word, for whom our Saviour is a Suitor to his Father in the foregoing parcel of his prayer,
p-acp po32 n1; p-acp rg-crq n1? q-crq p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12632
and addeth in my Text, Neither pray I for these only, but for them also that shall believe on me through their word.
and adds in my Text, Neither pray I for these only, but for them also that shall believe on me through their word.
cc vvz p-acp po11 n1, av-dx vvb pns11 p-acp d av-j, cc-acp p-acp pno32 av cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12633
Their word, as the Publishers and Pen-men of it, not their word as the Authors of it;
Their word, as the Publishers and Penmen of it, not their word as the Authors of it;
po32 n1, c-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, xx po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12634
For the Apostles were the Preachers and the Writers, though not the Authors of the Gospel.
For the Apostles were the Preachers and the Writers, though not the Authors of the Gospel.
c-acp dt n2 vbdr dt n2 cc dt n2, cs xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12635
This word our Saviour makes the instrument of faith in this place. Mark it, not the Prophets word, but the Apostles word; Their word.
This word our Saviour makes the Instrument of faith in this place. Mark it, not the prophets word, but the Apostles word; Their word.
d n1 po12 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. n1 pn31, xx dt ng1 n1, cc-acp dt n2 n1; po32 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12636
Them that shall believe on me through their word. So that you see DOCTRINE. It is the Gospel word that maks believers;Them that shall believe on me through their word. So that you see DOCTRINE. It is the Gospel word that makes believers;
pno32 d vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1. av cst pn22 vvb n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 n1 cst vvz n2;
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12637
the Gospel is the instrumental means of faith.
the Gospel is the instrumental means of faith.
dt n1 vbz dt j n2 pp-f n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1638
Page 444
12638
If faith be wrought in any soul, it is by the Apostles word, the word of the New Testament, not of the Old;
If faith be wrought in any soul, it is by the Apostles word, the word of the New Testament, not of the Old;
cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, xx pp-f dt j;
(53) part (DIV2)
1639
Page 444
12639
Of the New Covenant, not of the Old; In brief, not of the Law, but of the Gospel:
Of the New Covenant, not of the Old; In brief, not of the Law, but of the Gospel:
pp-f dt j n1, xx pp-f dt j; p-acp j, xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1639
Page 444
12640
And this is that which the Apostle shews expresly, Rom. 10.15, 16, 17. How beautifull are the feet of them, saith he, that preach the Gospel! But they have not believed the Gospel.
And this is that which the Apostle shows expressly, Rom. 10.15, 16, 17. How beautiful Are the feet of them, Says he, that preach the Gospel! But they have not believed the Gospel.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz av-j, np1 crd, crd, crd c-crq j vbr dt n2 pp-f pno32, vvz pns31, cst vvb dt n1! p-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1639
Page 444
12641
For Isaiah said, Who hath believed our Report? So then faith comes by hearing, viz. by hearing of the Gospel.
For Isaiah said, Who hath believed our Report? So then faith comes by hearing, viz. by hearing of the Gospel.
p-acp np1 vvd, r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1? av av n1 vvz p-acp vvg, n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1639
Page 444
12642
And hence the Gospel is said to be the power of God unto salvation, to every one that believeth, Rom. 1.16.
And hence the Gospel is said to be the power of God unto salvation, to every one that Believeth, Rom. 1.16.
cc av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp d pi cst vvz, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1639
Page 444
12643
But what then, hath the Law no hand at all in the working faith? No hand in working it, but only in preparing to the work. But what then, hath the Law no hand At all in the working faith? No hand in working it, but only in preparing to the work.
cc-acp q-crq av, vhz dt n1 dx n1 p-acp d p-acp dt j-vvg n1? av-dx n1 p-acp vvg pn31, cc-acp av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1640
Page 444
12644
Indeed it shews a man his sin and his transgression; it empties him of all opin on of himself;
Indeed it shows a man his since and his Transgression; it empties him of all Opinions on of himself;
np1 pn31 vvz dt n1 po31 n1 cc po31 n1; pn31 vvz pno31 pp-f d fw-mi zz pp-f px31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 444
12645
it humbles him, and layes him low, and so it makes him fit to close with Jesus Christ by faith,
it humbles him, and lays him low, and so it makes him fit to close with jesus christ by faith,
pn31 vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31 av-j, cc av pn31 vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 444
12646
as the Apostle shews, Gal. 3.24. The Law was our Schoolmaster to bring us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith.
as the Apostle shows, Gal. 3.24. The Law was our Schoolmaster to bring us to christ, that we might be justified by faith.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vbds po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 444
12647
John Baptists rough rigid Ministry must prepare the way for Christ.John Baptists rough rigid Ministry must prepare the Way for christ.
np1 np1 j j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 444
12648
He must be like a Pioner to go before, to bring down every high exalted thought, to make the Mountains levell with the Vallies.
He must be like a Pioneer to go before, to bring down every high exalted Thought, to make the Mountains level with the Valleys.
pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp d j j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n2.
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 444
12649
The Law must bite and sting men with the curses and the terrors of it,
The Law must bite and sting men with the curses and the terrors of it,
dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31,
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 444
12650
and so work inclinations in them to look up to Jesus Christ who is the brazen Serpents Antitype erected in the Gospel.
and so work inclinations in them to look up to jesus christ who is the brazen Serpents Antitype erected in the Gospel.
cc av vvb n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1 np1 r-crq vbz dt j ng1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1641
Page 445
12651
And this is all the Law can do, it can but fit a man for Jesus Christ,
And this is all the Law can do, it can but fit a man for jesus christ,
cc d vbz d dt n1 vmb vdi, pn31 vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1642
Page 445
12652
and prepare a man for faith, which is indeed and properly effected in him by the Gospel.
and prepare a man for faith, which is indeed and properly effected in him by the Gospel.
cc vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz av cc av-j vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1642
Page 445
12653
This is the royall and triumphant Chariot in which the Son of God comes riding gloriously into the soul,
This is the royal and triumphant Chariot in which the Son of God comes riding gloriously into the soul,
d vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz vvg av-j p-acp dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1642
Page 445
12654
and so dwelleth there by faith, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Eph. 3.17.
and so dwells there by faith, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Ephesians 3.17.
cc av vvz a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1642
Page 445
12655
And hence the Gospel hath the name of faith in Scripture, as you may see that place for instance, Gal. 1.23. because it worketh faith in the hearts of Gods people.
And hence the Gospel hath the name of faith in Scripture, as you may see that place for instance, Gal. 1.23. Because it works faith in the hearts of God's people.
cc av dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1642
Page 445
12656
Is it the Gospel word that makes believers? Then surely they are in an infinitely sad Condition who want the Gospel, who want it wilfully,
Is it the Gospel word that makes believers? Then surely they Are in an infinitely sad Condition who want the Gospel, who want it wilfully,
vbz pn31 dt n1 n1 cst vvz n2? av av-j pns32 vbr p-acp dt av-j j n1 r-crq vvb dt n1, r-crq vvb pn31 av-j,
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12657
as the Jews do, and have done many hundred years. They have it, but they put it from them, as the Apostle speaks.
as the jews doe, and have done many hundred Years. They have it, but they put it from them, as the Apostle speaks.
c-acp dt np2 n1, cc vhb vdn d crd n2. pns32 vhb pn31, cc-acp pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp pno32, c-acp dt n1 vvz.
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12658
They receive the Prophets words, but they receive not the Apostles words.
They receive the prophets words, but they receive not the Apostles words.
pns32 vvb dt ng1 n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n2 n2.
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12659
And how then should they believe through their word? And there are others in the world who want it necessarily or of necessity,
And how then should they believe through their word? And there Are Others in the world who want it necessarily or of necessity,
cc q-crq av vmd pns32 vvi p-acp po32 n1? cc pc-acp vbr n2-jn p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 pn31 av-j cc pp-f n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12660
and through the just severity and righteous judgement of the Lord upon them. Many persons, many Nations are in this lamentable case to this day.
and through the just severity and righteous judgement of the Lord upon them. Many Persons, many nations Are in this lamentable case to this day.
cc p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32. av-d n2, d n2 vbr p-acp d j n1 p-acp d n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12661
They have no Gospel, and so no means at all to work faith in them, without which there is no salvation;
They have no Gospel, and so no means At all to work faith in them, without which there is no salvation;
pns32 vhb dx n1, cc av dx n2 p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12662
No, they are shut up under unbelief, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 11.32. God hath concluded them in that condition.
No, they Are shut up under unbelief, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 11.32. God hath concluded them in that condition.
av-dx, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12663
There they are, and there is no coming out, the door of wrath is shut upon them, whose miserable case in bowels of compassion we have cause to pitty, though they pitty not themselves.
There they Are, and there is no coming out, the door of wrath is shut upon them, whose miserable case in bowels of compassion we have cause to pity, though they pity not themselves.
a-acp pns32 vbr, cc pc-acp vbz dx vvg av, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, rg-crq j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cs pns32 vvb xx px32.
(53) part (DIV2)
1643
Page 445
12664
Is it the Gospel word that makes believers? then certainly it is no other word that is the means or ground of faith.
Is it the Gospel word that makes believers? then Certainly it is no other word that is the means or ground of faith.
vbz pn31 dt n1 n1 cst vvz n2? av av-j pn31 vbz dx j-jn n1 cst vbz dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12665
We have a company of men in our times that believe strange things, that bottom faith upon a strange foundation, Revelations and discoveries of a spirit that hath no commerce at all, no agreement with the Gospel:
We have a company of men in our times that believe strange things, that bottom faith upon a strange Foundation, Revelations and discoveries of a Spirit that hath no commerce At all, no agreement with the Gospel:
pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n2 cst vvb j n2, cst n1 n1 p-acp dt j n1, n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vhz dx n1 p-acp d, dx n1 p-acp dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12666
let the Apostles word be what it will, if they have another word from that which they conceive to be the spirit of God, they believe that, and not this;
let the Apostles word be what it will, if they have Another word from that which they conceive to be the Spirit of God, they believe that, and not this;
vvb dt n2 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, cs pns32 vhb j-jn n1 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb cst, cc xx d;
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12667
whereas the spirit that brings men any other Gospel then that which the Apostles taught, though he come from heaven it self, ought not to be believed, but accursed.
whereas the Spirit that brings men any other Gospel then that which the Apostles taught, though he come from heaven it self, ought not to be believed, but accursed.
cs dt n1 cst vvz n2 d j-jn n1 av cst r-crq dt n2 vvn, cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1 pn31 n1, vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp vvn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12668
And yet alas how confident have many been in their assent to such discoveries as have been clear against the Gospel,
And yet alas how confident have many been in their assent to such discoveries as have been clear against the Gospel,
cc av uh q-crq j vhb av-d vbn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp vhb vbn j p-acp dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12669
and against the Apostles words? Ah, my beloved, this is not revelation, but delusion; this is not faith, but unbelief.
and against the Apostles words? Ah, my Beloved, this is not Revelation, but delusion; this is not faith, but unbelief.
cc p-acp dt n2 n2? uh, po11 j-vvn, d vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1; d vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12670
Our Saviour speaking in my Text of all that should believe from that time in which he prayed to the end of the world, describes them to be such as should believe through the Apostles word.
Our Saviour speaking in my Text of all that should believe from that time in which he prayed to the end of the world, describes them to be such as should believe through the Apostles word.
po12 n1 vvg p-acp po11 n1 pp-f d cst vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12671
Not through any other word but that of the Apostles only, that which they preached, and that which they writ, which they have left recorded in the Scripture.
Not through any other word but that of the Apostles only, that which they preached, and that which they writ, which they have left recorded in the Scripture.
xx p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 av-j, cst r-crq pns32 vvd, cc cst r-crq pns32 vvd, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn vvn p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12672
If any man believe through any other word, or any other revelation that accordeth not with this, he is none of Christs beleivers, none of them which he owns, none of them for which he prayes;
If any man believe through any other word, or any other Revelation that accords not with this, he is none of Christ believers, none of them which he owns, none of them for which he prays;
cs d n1 vvb p-acp d j-jn n1, cc d j-jn n1 cst vvz xx p-acp d, pns31 vbz pi pp-f npg1 n2, pix pp-f pno32 r-crq pns31 vvz, pix pp-f pno32 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz;
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12673
I pray for them that shall believe on me through their word; For them and none but them.I pray for them that shall believe on me through their word; For them and none but them.
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1; p-acp pno32 cc pix p-acp pno32.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12674
He that believes through any other word, you see, is out of Christs prayer.
He that believes through any other word, you see, is out of Christ prayer.
pns31 cst vvz p-acp d j-jn n1, pn22 vvb, vbz av pp-f npg1 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1644
Page 445
12675
Is it the Apostles word, the Gospels word that makes believers? you then that are as yet without faith, be hence prevailed withall to hear it, and to attend upon it.
Is it the Apostles word, the Gospels word that makes believers? you then that Are as yet without faith, be hence prevailed withal to hear it, and to attend upon it.
vbz pn31 dt np1 n1, dt ng1 n1 cst vvz n2? pn22 av d vbr a-acp av p-acp n1, vbb av vvn av pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12676
This is that which the creature can do (I mean by general influence of common Providence without any supernatural grace) and therefore this do you do.
This is that which the creature can do (I mean by general influence of Common Providence without any supernatural grace) and Therefore this do you do.
d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi (pns11 vvb p-acp j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d j n1) cc av d vdb pn22 vdb.
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12677
It is the word of faith, as I have shewed you formerly;
It is the word of faith, as I have showed you formerly;
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j;
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12678
and when the Lord is pleased to concurr with it, it worketh faith in those that hear it.
and when the Lord is pleased to concur with it, it works faith in those that hear it.
cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp d cst vvb pn31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12679
Its true, you are not able to convert your selves, or to believe in Jesus Christ;
Its true, you Are not able to convert your selves, or to believe in jesus christ;
po31 j, pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi po22 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12680
but the Apostles word, the Gospel is a fit instrument for this purpose: Faith comes by hearing, and therefore hear that you may believe.
but the Apostles word, the Gospel is a fit Instrument for this purpose: Faith comes by hearing, and Therefore hear that you may believe.
cc-acp dt n2 n1, dt n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1: n1 vvz p-acp vvg, cc av vvb cst pn22 vmb vvi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12681
You that are strangers to the life of faith, be you entreated and prevailed withall to put your selves under the powerfull preaching of the Gospel,
You that Are Strangers to the life of faith, be you entreated and prevailed withal to put your selves under the powerful preaching of the Gospel,
pn22 cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb pn22 vvn cc vvn av pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12682
as the Apostle speaks, be swift to hear, lay hold on every opportunity to be partakers of this holy Ordinance,
as the Apostle speaks, be swift to hear, lay hold on every opportunity to be partakers of this holy Ordinance,
c-acp dt n1 vvz, vbb j pc-acp vvi, vvb vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f d j n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12683
and then perhaps it may in time become a word of faith to you:
and then perhaps it may in time become a word of faith to you:
cc av av pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22:
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12684
Wait diligently on the doors of Wisdoms house, listen attentively to them that teach you Apostolical doctrine,
Wait diligently on the doors of Wisdoms house, listen attentively to them that teach you Apostolical Doctrine,
vvb av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 n1, vvb av-j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22 j n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12685
and who knows but you may yet believe through their word?
and who knows but you may yet believe through their word?
cc r-crq vvz p-acp pn22 vmb av vvb p-acp po32 n1?
(53) part (DIV2)
1645
Page 446
12686
And thus of Christs description of the persons for whom he here becomes a Suitor to his Father:
And thus of Christ description of the Persons for whom he Here becomes a Suitor to his Father:
cc av pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1646
Page 446
12687
Them which shall believe on me through their word. Proceed we to the matter of the prayer which he makes for these persons;Them which shall believe on me through their word. Proceed we to the matter of the prayer which he makes for these Persons;
pno32 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1. vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n2;
(53) part (DIV2)
1646
Page 446
12688
And there are two main things that he desires in their hehalf. First that they may be one; next that they may be in one place together.
And there Are two main things that he Desires in their hehalf. First that they may be one; next that they may be in one place together.
cc pc-acp vbr crd j n2 cst pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1. ord cst pns32 vmb vbi crd; ord cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp crd n1 av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1647
Page 446
12689
The first of these he proposes in the verse that I have read, and prosecutes in the succeeding verses. 1. He proposes it in the verse that I have read, that they may all be one as thou Father art in me,
The First of these he proposes in the verse that I have read, and prosecutes in the succeeding Verses. 1. He proposes it in the verse that I have read, that they may all be one as thou Father art in me,
dt ord pp-f d pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n2. crd pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi p-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11,
(53) part (DIV2)
1648
Page 446
12690
and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(53) part (DIV2)
1648
Page 446
12691
2. And then he prosecutes this Suit of his with divers arguments and reasons to ver. 24. as (God permitting) we shall see hereafter.
2. And then he prosecutes this Suit of his with diverse Arguments and Reasons to for. 24. as (God permitting) we shall see hereafter.
crd cc av pns31 vvz d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp p-acp. crd p-acp (np1 vvg) pns12 vmb vvi av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1648
Page 446
12692
In the proposal of this Suit of his, you may observe that it is both expessed and amplified.
In the proposal of this Suit of his, you may observe that it is both expressed and amplified.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz av-d vvn cc vvn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12693
First it is nakedly expressed in plain terms, that they may all be one.
First it is nakedly expressed in plain terms, that they may all be one.
ord pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12694
Secondly, then it is amplified by a Similitude in which our Saviour shews how he would have them to be one, as thou father art in me,
Secondly, then it is amplified by a Similitude in which our Saviour shows how he would have them to be one, as thou father art in me,
ord, cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi pi, c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11,
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12695
and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. A strange expression if you look upon it with a superficial view:and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. A strange expression if you look upon it with a superficial view:
cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12. dt j n1 cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12696
That the Disciples of our Saviour may be one in some respects, is very easie to imagine.
That the Disciples of our Saviour may be one in Some respects, is very easy to imagine.
cst dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi pi p-acp d n2, vbz av j pc-acp vvi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12697
But how they should be one as God the Father and the Son are one:
But how they should be one as God the Father and the Son Are one:
p-acp c-crq pns32 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr pi:
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12698
how they should be in God and Christ, as they are in one another, is very hard to be conceived:
how they should be in God and christ, as they Are in one Another, is very hard to be conceived:
c-crq pns32 vmd vbi p-acp np1 cc np1, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp crd j-jn, vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvn:
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12699
Yet this is the expression of our Saviour to his Father in my Text, That they may all be one,
Yet this is the expression of our Saviour to his Father in my Text, That they may all be one,
av d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi,
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12700
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(53) part (DIV2)
1649
Page 446
12701
For clearing this, beloved, you must know, that [ as ] in Scripture many times is a note of similitude, not of equality;
For clearing this, Beloved, you must know, that [ as ] in Scripture many times is a note of similitude, not of equality;
p-acp vvg d, vvn, pn22 vmb vvi, cst [ c-acp ] p-acp n1 d n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, xx pp-f n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 446
12702
It intimates the truth and the reality of that wherein likeness stands, and not the measure and degree.
It intimates the truth and the reality of that wherein likeness Stands, and not the measure and degree.
pn31 vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d c-crq n1 vvz, cc xx dt n1 cc n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 446
12703
I might give many instances wherein that Particle is so taken. See Luke 6.36. Be mercifull as your heavenly Father is mercifull.
I might give many instances wherein that Particle is so taken. See Lycia 6.36. Be merciful as your heavenly Father is merciful.
pns11 vmd vvi d n2 c-crq d n1 vbz av vvn. n1 av crd. vbb j p-acp po22 j n1 vbz j.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 446
12704
It is impossible for any man to be as mercifull as God is, if you look to the degree;
It is impossible for any man to be as merciful as God is, if you look to the degree;
pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp np1 vbz, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 446
12705
For as the heavens are higher then the earth, so are his thoughts above ours in this particular.For as the heavens Are higher then the earth, so Are his thoughts above ours in this particular.
p-acp p-acp dt n2 vbr jc cs dt n1, av vbr po31 n2 p-acp png12 p-acp d j.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12706
But yet we may be mercifull as he is, though not as mercifull as he is.
But yet we may be merciful as he is, though not as merciful as he is.
p-acp av pns12 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31 vbz, cs xx p-acp j c-acp pns31 vbz.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12707
So in the Text our Saviour prayes for his Disciples, That they may all be one as thou Father art in me and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
So in the Text our Saviour prays for his Disciples, That they may all be one as thou Father art in me and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
av p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi p-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11 cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12708
The meaning is not that they may be one as nearly (that is impossible) but, as truly as we are:
The meaning is not that they may be one as nearly (that is impossible) but, as truly as we Are:
dt n1 vbz xx cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp av-j (d vbz j) cc-acp, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr:
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12709
That as we are in one another, so they may (in some respect) be all in us.
That as we Are in one Another, so they may (in Some respect) be all in us.
cst c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp crd j-jn, av pns32 vmb (p-acp d n1) vbb d p-acp pno12.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12710
How and in what respect they may be so, I shall shew at large anon, in the mean time the point is this.
How and in what respect they may be so, I shall show At large anon, in the mean time the point is this.
np1 cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vbi av, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j av, p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbz d.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12711
DOCTRINE. It is the will of Jesus Christ that his Disciples should not only be one among themselves,DOCTRINE. It is the will of jesus christ that his Disciples should not only be one among themselves,
n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst po31 n2 vmd xx av-j vbi crd p-acp px32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12712
but that they also should be one in God.
but that they also should be one in God.
cc-acp cst pns32 av vmd vbi pi p-acp np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1650
Page 447
12713
Indeed it is the will of Jesus Christ that his Disciples should be one among themselves:
Indeed it is the will of jesus christ that his Disciples should be one among themselves:
av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst po31 n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp px32:
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12714
That they should be all one, as you have it in my Text: Indeed he shed his blood for this purpose, Eph. 2.14.That they should be all one, as you have it in my Text: Indeed he shed his blood for this purpose, Ephesians 2.14.
cst pns32 vmd vbi d crd, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1: av pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12715
that though they be of divers Nations (as for instance, Jews and Gentiles) yet they may be both one, as in the fore-alledged Scripture.
that though they be of diverse nations (as for instance, jews and Gentiles) yet they may be both one, as in the fore-alleged Scripture.
cst cs pns32 vbb pp-f j n2 (c-acp p-acp n1, np2 cc np1) av pns32 vmb vbi d crd, c-acp p-acp dt j n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12716
He is our peace, saith the Apostle there, who hath made both one, having abolished in his flesh the enmity, to make in himself of twain (of Jews and Gentiles) one man. Though they be of divers places, some in heaven and some on earth;He is our peace, Says the Apostle there, who hath made both one, having abolished in his Flesh the enmity, to make in himself of twain (of jews and Gentiles) one man. Though they be of diverse places, Some in heaven and Some on earth;
pns31 vbz po12 n1, vvz dt n1 a-acp, r-crq vhz vvn d crd, vhg vvn p-acp po31 n1 dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 pp-f crd (pp-f np2 cc np1) crd n1. cs pns32 vbb pp-f j n2, d p-acp n1 cc d p-acp n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12717
and though they that are on earth, are many of them many thousand miles asunder, yet he would have them to be all one.
and though they that Are on earth, Are many of them many thousand miles asunder, yet he would have them to be all one.
cc cs pns32 cst vbr p-acp n1, vbr d pp-f pno32 d crd n2 av, av pns31 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi d crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12718
It is his project and design to gather all things into one, which are in heaven and which are in earth, as Ephes. 1.10.
It is his project and Design to gather all things into one, which Are in heaven and which Are in earth, as Ephesians 1.10.
pn31 vbz po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp crd, r-crq vbr p-acp n1 cc q-crq vbr p-acp n1, c-acp np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12719
But you will ask me, How can this be done, that they that are so distant should be one?
But you will ask me, How can this be done, that they that Are so distant should be one?
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmb d vbi vdn, cst pns32 cst vbr av j vmd vbi pi?
(53) part (DIV2)
1651
Page 447
12720
I answer, Very easily, because the bonds of this conjunction are not carnal but spiritual: So that they may be one, without a corporeal or local union.
I answer, Very Easily, Because the bonds of this conjunction Are not carnal but spiritual: So that they may be one, without a corporeal or local Union.
pns11 vvb, av av-j, c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr xx j p-acp j: av cst pns32 vmb vbi pi, p-acp dt j cc j n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1652
Page 447
12721
From him the head (saith the Apostle) all the body by joints and bands is knit together, Col. 2.19. Part of the body is in heaven, and part of it is on earth, and here some persons are in one, some in another quarter of the earth:From him the head (Says the Apostle) all the body by Joints and bans is knit together, Col. 2.19. Part of the body is in heaven, and part of it is on earth, and Here Some Persons Are in one, Some in Another quarter of the earth:
p-acp pno31 dt n1 (vvz dt n1) d dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 vbz vvn av, np1 crd. n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc av d n2 vbr p-acp crd, d p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1652
Page 447
12722
yet all the body so divided and so distant as you see, by joints and bands is knit together.
yet all the body so divided and so distant as you see, by Joints and bans is knit together.
av d dt n1 av vvn cc av j c-acp pn22 vvb, p-acp n2 cc n2 vbz vvn av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1652
Page 447
12723
And you will easily conceive it, when you consider what these bands are. 1. They have all one spirit, and so in that respect are one.
And you will Easily conceive it, when you Consider what these bans Are. 1. They have all one Spirit, and so in that respect Are one.
cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi pn31, c-crq pn22 vvb r-crq d n2 vbr. crd pns32 vhb d crd n1, cc av p-acp d n1 vbr pi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1652
Page 447
12724
I speak not of the spirit or soul of a man, but of the spirit of the Lord Christ, which being one, dwells in all the Saints at once,
I speak not of the Spirit or soul of a man, but of the Spirit of the Lord christ, which being one, dwells in all the Saints At once,
pns11 vvb xx pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, r-crq vbg pi, vvz p-acp d dt n2 p-acp a-acp,
(53) part (DIV2)
1653
Page 447
12725
and so makes them one too; yea let them be as distant as they will.
and so makes them one too; yea let them be as distant as they will.
cc av vvz pno32 pi av; uh vvb pno32 vbi p-acp j c-acp pns32 vmb.
(53) part (DIV2)
1653
Page 447
12726
And as the formal reason of the union of the members of the body natural, consisteth not so much in contiguity as animation by the same soul;
And as the formal reason of the Union of the members of the body natural, Consisteth not so much in contiguity as animation by the same soul;
cc c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j, vvz xx av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1653
Page 447
12727
so that if any part be mortified, and if the soul give over to enliven it, it is no more to be esteemed a member, notwithstanding its external and corporeal inherence to the body:
so that if any part be mortified, and if the soul give over to enliven it, it is no more to be esteemed a member, notwithstanding its external and corporeal inherence to the body:
av cst cs d n1 vbi vvn, cc cs dt n1 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vbz dx dc pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1, c-acp po31 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1653
Page 447
12728
So though the Saints be far from one another in regard of place, yet they are closely knit together by the same spirit, being joyned to the Lord, they are all one spirit,
So though the Saints be Far from one Another in regard of place, yet they Are closely knit together by the same Spirit, being joined to the Lord, they Are all one Spirit,
av cs dt n2 vbb av-j p-acp crd j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av pns32 vbr av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr d crd n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1653
Page 447
12729
and so indeed are all one.
and so indeed Are all one.
cc av av vbr d pi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1653
Page 447
12730
2. They have all one faith, (one at least in fundamentals) and one faith makes one,
2. They have all one faith, (one At least in fundamentals) and one faith makes one,
crd pns32 vhb d crd n1, (pi p-acp ds p-acp n2-j) cc crd n1 vvz pi,
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 447
12731
as Ephes. 4.4, 5. They that are of many faiths in fundamentals, cannot come so close together to be all one;
as Ephesians 4.4, 5. They that Are of many faiths in fundamentals, cannot come so close together to be all one;
c-acp np1 crd, crd pns32 cst vbr pp-f d n2 p-acp n2-j, vmbx vvi av av-j av pc-acp vbi d crd;
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 448
12732
and therefore Jesus Christ when he ascended up on high, gave gifts unto men for the work of the Ministry,
and Therefore jesus christ when he ascended up on high, gave Gifts unto men for the work of the Ministry,
cc av np1 np1 c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp j, vvd n2 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 448
12733
and for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come, all, both Jews and Gentiles come, in the unity of the faith, &c. So that there is a unity in the faith you see;and for the edifying of the body of christ, till we all come, all, both jews and Gentiles come, in the unity of the faith, etc. So that there is a unity in the faith you see;
cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 d vvb, d, d np2 cc np1 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av av cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb;
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 448
12734
and to say truth, my Brethren, faith will make a union at a distance, as well as if the persons joyned were all together:
and to say truth, my Brothers, faith will make a Union At a distance, as well as if the Persons joined were all together:
cc pc-acp vvi n1, po11 n2, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp cs dt n2 vvn vbdr d av:
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 448
12735
What doth th the corporal or local presence of the parties contribute to the union that is made by faith, which is a spiritual and invisible thing,
What does that the corporal or local presence of the parties contribute to the Union that is made by faith, which is a spiritual and invisible thing,
q-crq vdz dt dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j cc j n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 448
12736
and consequently joineth in a spiritual and invisible manner, which no division or distance in regard of place can hinder?
and consequently joins in a spiritual and invisible manner, which no division or distance in regard of place can hinder?
cc av-j vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1, r-crq dx n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi?
(53) part (DIV2)
1654
Page 448
12737
3. They have all one heart, and one affection, and so in that respect are one.
3. They have all one heart, and one affection, and so in that respect Are one.
crd pns32 vhb d crd n1, cc crd n1, cc av p-acp d n1 vbr pi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12738
The multitude of believers were of one heart, Act. 4.32. Though they were multitudes, yet they had but one heart;The multitude of believers were of one heart, Act. 4.32. Though they were Multitudes, yet they had but one heart;
dt n1 pp-f n2 vbdr pp-f crd n1, n1 crd. cs pns32 vbdr n2, av pns32 vhd p-acp crd n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12739
and when there is but one heart, there is a great Oness.
and when there is but one heart, there is a great Oness.
cc c-crq pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12740
The understanding is the principle of speculation, the heart the seat of love and of affection.
The understanding is the principle of speculation, the heart the seat of love and of affection.
dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12741
And the Saints are so united and linked togther in affection, as if they had among them but one common principle of this affection,
And the Saints Are so united and linked together in affection, as if they had among them but one Common principle of this affection,
cc dt n2 vbr av vvn cc vvn av p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns32 vhd p-acp pno32 p-acp crd j n1 pp-f d n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12742
as if they had but one heart;
as if they had but one heart;
c-acp cs pns32 vhd p-acp crd n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12743
and therefore the Apostle speaking of the faithful, saith, that they were knit together in love, Col. 2.2. The term there used importeth such a knitting as is between the divers parts and peices of a building.
and Therefore the Apostle speaking of the faithful, Says, that they were knit together in love, Col. 2.2. The term there used imports such a knitting as is between the diverse parts and Pieces of a building.
cc av dt n1 vvg pp-f dt j, vvz, cst pns32 vbdr vvn av p-acp n1, np1 crd. dt n1 a-acp vvn vvz d dt n-vvg a-acp vbz p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12744
For so the Saints, though there be Millions of them in the world, yet they are built up altogether to a spiritual house, 1 Pet. 2.5.
For so the Saints, though there be Millions of them in the world, yet they Are built up altogether to a spiritual house, 1 Pet. 2.5.
p-acp av dt n2, cs pc-acp vbb crd pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vbr vvn a-acp av p-acp dt j n1, vvn np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12745
And love is as it were the morter and the pins, the ligaments and tyes of the connexion;
And love is as it were the mortar and the pins, the ligaments and ties of the connexion;
cc n1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 cc dt n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12746
and elsewhere it is called a bond, Col. 3.10. Above all these things put on charity which is the bond of perfectness, with which we are perfectly joined together, 1 Cor. 1.10.
and elsewhere it is called a bound, Col. 3.10. Above all these things put on charity which is the bound of perfectness, with which we Are perfectly joined together, 1 Cor. 1.10.
cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp d d n2 vvn p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn av, crd np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12747
Now love will make a union at a distance (as well as near at hand.) The nearness of the place (simply considered in it self) contributes nothing to the nearness and to the strength of the affection:
Now love will make a Union At a distance (as well as near At hand.) The nearness of the place (simply considered in it self) contributes nothing to the nearness and to the strength of the affection:
av n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp av c-acp av-j p-acp n1.) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (av-j vvn p-acp pn31 n1) vvz pix p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12748
No, love will reach a person at the other end of all the earth as well as if he were just by us, in the very next room,
No, love will reach a person At the other end of all the earth as well as if he were just by us, in the very next room,
uh-dx, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp av c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j p-acp pno12, p-acp dt av ord n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12749
or in the very next dwelling.
or in the very next Dwelling.
cc p-acp dt av ord n-vvg.
(53) part (DIV2)
1655
Page 448
12750
You see both that, and how, it is the will of Jesus Christ, that his Disciples should be one among themselves, which is the first thing in the point.
You see both that, and how, it is the will of jesus christ, that his Disciples should be one among themselves, which is the First thing in the point.
pn22 vvb d d, cc c-crq, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp px32, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1656
Page 448
12751
But now there is a Second branch, he would not have them only to be one among themselves,
But now there is a Second branch, he would not have them only to be one among themselves,
p-acp av pc-acp vbz dt ord n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi pno32 av-j pc-acp vbi pi p-acp px32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1657
Page 448
12752
but he would have them also to be one in God.
but he would have them also to be one in God.
cc-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 av pc-acp vbi pi p-acp np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1657
Page 448
12753
This is the special thing for which he is a Suitor to his Father in my Text, That they may be all one,
This is the special thing for which he is a Suitor to his Father in my Text, That they may be all one,
d vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi d crd,
(53) part (DIV2)
1657
Page 448
12754
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us:
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12:
(53) part (DIV2)
1657
Page 448
12755
Not one among themselves alone, but one in us; which is indeed a very high thing.
Not one among themselves alone, but one in us; which is indeed a very high thing.
xx pi p-acp px32 av-j, cc-acp pi p-acp pno12; r-crq vbz av dt j j n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1657
Page 448
12756
Now that you may the better know what Christ intends in this particular, you must consider that he speaks to God the Father,
Now that you may the better know what christ intends in this particular, you must Consider that he speaks to God the Father,
av cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d j, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 448
12757
as man and Mediator in this place: For he speaks in prayer here; and consequently when he saith, As thou Father art in me, and I in thee;
as man and Mediator in this place: For he speaks in prayer Here; and consequently when he Says, As thou Father art in me, and I in thee;
c-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1: c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av; cc av-j c-crq pns31 vvz, c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21;
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 448
12758
he speaks not of the union which is between his Father and himself as he is God:
he speaks not of the Union which is between his Father and himself as he is God:
pns31 vvz xx pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 c-acp pns31 vbz np1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 448
12759
For in that consideration the Father and the Son are so in one another, that they are the very same;
For in that consideration the Father and the Son Are so in one Another, that they Are the very same;
c-acp p-acp d n1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr av p-acp crd j-jn, cst pns32 vbr dt av d;
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 448
12760
The same Essence (for so the union is Identical) though they be not the same Person:
The same Essence (for so the Union is Identical) though they be not the same Person:
dt d n1 (c-acp av dt n1 vbz j) cs pns32 vbb xx dt d n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 448
12761
And in this sense it is impossible for Christs Disciples to be so one in God and Christ,
And in this sense it is impossible for Christ Disciples to be so one in God and christ,
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz j p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi av crd p-acp np1 cc np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 449
12762
as God and Christ, the Father and the Son, are the one of them in the other.
as God and christ, the Father and the Son, Are the one of them in the other.
c-acp np1 cc np1, dt n1 cc dt n1, vbr dt crd pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n-jn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1658
Page 449
12763
Well then our Saviour speaks here of the oneness which is between his Father and himself,
Well then our Saviour speaks Here of the oneness which is between his Father and himself,
av av po12 n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1 cc px31,
(53) part (DIV2)
1659
Page 449
12764
as he is the Mediator, and as he is the Head of his Church: For so they are both one, as Jesus Christ himself speaks, Joh. 10.30.
as he is the Mediator, and as he is the Head of his Church: For so they Are both one, as jesus christ himself speaks, John 10.30.
c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: c-acp av pns32 vbr av-d crd, c-acp np1 np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1659
Page 449
12765
And in another place he uses the very same expression in my Text, and tells us that he is in the Father,
And in Another place he uses the very same expression in my Text, and tells us that he is in the Father,
cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz dt av d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc vvz pno12 cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1659
Page 449
12766
and the Father in him, Joh. 14.10.
and the Father in him, John 14.10.
cc dt n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1659
Page 449
12767
Now the Father is in Christ as he is Mediator of the Church, and Christ is in the Father in the same respect, that is, they are both one, especially three ways.
Now the Father is in christ as he is Mediator of the Church, and christ is in the Father in the same respect, that is, they Are both one, especially three ways.
av dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1, cc np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt d n1, cst vbz, pns32 vbr av-d crd, av-j crd n2.
(53) part (DIV2)
1660
Page 449
12768
1. By Hypostatical union of the Manhood to the Godhead in the Person of our Saviour;
1. By Hypostatical Union of the Manhood to the Godhead in the Person of our Saviour;
crd p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12769
for the Manhood being joyned to the Godhead in the Person of the Son, it must be mediately joyned also to the Father, to whom the Son as God is joyned in the nearest tye that can be.
for the Manhood being joined to the Godhead in the Person of the Son, it must be mediately joined also to the Father, to whom the Son as God is joined in the nearest tie that can be.
p-acp dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1 cst vmb vbi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12770
We have no higher phrase you know my Brethren, to express the closest union, then to affirm of two that they are one, they two are are one, and we cannot say more.
We have no higher phrase you know my Brothers, to express the closest Union, then to affirm of two that they Are one, they two Are Are one, and we cannot say more.
pns12 vhb dx jc n1 pn22 vvb po11 n2, pc-acp vvi dt js n1, cs pc-acp vvi pp-f crd cst pns32 vbr crd, pns32 crd vbr vbr pi, cc pns12 vmbx vvi av-dc.
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12771
There is a union between faithful friends, for there is one heart in two bodies, as the Philosopher expresses it:
There is a Union between faithful Friends, for there is one heart in two bodies, as the Philosopher Expresses it:
pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, c-acp pc-acp vbz crd n1 p-acp crd n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31:
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12772
There is a nearer union between man and wife, for they two are one flesh, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Ephes. 5.31. and therefore they have one name.
There is a nearer Union between man and wife, for they two Are one Flesh, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Ephesians 5.31. and Therefore they have one name.
pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 crd vbr crd n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc av pns32 vhb crd n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12773
But there is the nearest union between the Father and the Son: for they two have one Essence, one Nature, one Name:
But there is the nearest Union between the Father and the Son: for they two have one Essence, one Nature, one Name:
p-acp pc-acp vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1: c-acp pns32 crd vhb crd n1, crd n1, crd n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12774
And so the Godhead being joined to the Manhood in the Person of our Saviour, that Manhood by and through that God-head must needs be neerly and indissolubly joyned to God the Father.
And so the Godhead being joined to the Manhood in the Person of our Saviour, that Manhood by and through that Godhead must needs be nearly and indissolubly joined to God the Father.
cc av dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst n1 p-acp cc p-acp d n1 vmb av vbi av-j cc av-jn vvn p-acp np1 dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1661
Page 449
12775
2. God the Father and the Son are one by dear affection.
2. God the Father and the Son Are one by dear affection.
crd np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd p-acp j-jn n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12776
Thus they are in one another, and they live in one another (as it were) by inexpressible and tender love, which they bear to one another.
Thus they Are in one Another, and they live in one Another (as it were) by inexpressible and tender love, which they bear to one Another.
av pns32 vbr p-acp crd j-jn, cc pns32 vvb p-acp crd n-jn (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp j cc j n1, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp crd j-jn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12777
How doth the Father love the Son beyond expression, and that as he is Mediator? for under that capacity he speaks of him, Isa. 42.1. and he seems to glory in it, Behold my servant, mine Elect, in whom my soul delighteth!
How does the Father love the Son beyond expression, and that as he is Mediator? for under that capacity he speaks of him, Isaiah 42.1. and he seems to glory in it, Behold my servant, mine Elect, in whom my soul delights!
q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cc d c-acp pns31 vbz n1? p-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pp-f pno31, np1 crd. cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vvb po11 n1, po11 n1, p-acp ro-crq po11 n1 vvz!
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12778
and in another place he gives this attestation out of heaven to him, Mat. 3 17. This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, q. d.
and in Another place he gives this attestation out of heaven to him, Mathew 3 17. This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, q. worser.
cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz d n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn, vvd. sy.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12801
so Christ would have his Disciples to be in both of them by the mystical union:
so christ would have his Disciples to be in both of them by the mystical Union:
av np1 vmd vhi po31 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12779
I have some other children that I love well, but This is my Beloved Son above the rest, take notice of him, this is he.
I have Some other children that I love well, but This is my beloved Son above the rest, take notice of him, this is he.
pns11 vhb d j-jn n2 cst pns11 vvb av, cc-acp d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb n1 pp-f pno31, d vbz pns31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12780
And hence he lays him in his bosome next his heart, Joh. 1.18.
And hence he lays him in his bosom next his heart, John 1.18.
cc av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1 ord po31 n1, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12781
acquaints him with his counsels, tells his secrets to him, entrusts him with the revelation of them, sets him in the highest place next to himself, advances him above,
acquaints him with his Counsels, tells his secrets to him, entrusts him with the Revelation of them, sets him in the highest place next to himself, advances him above,
vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n2, vvz po31 n2-jn p-acp pno31, vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvz pno31 p-acp dt js n1 ord p-acp px31, vvz pno31 a-acp,
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12782
yea far above all principalities, and mights, and Dominions, and puts more honour on him then he doth on all the creatures:
yea Far above all principalities, and mights, and Dominions, and puts more honour on him then he does on all the creatures:
uh av-j p-acp d n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc vvz dc n1 p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vdz p-acp d dt n2:
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12783
And hence the Son is often speaking of the Fathers love to him:
And hence the Son is often speaking of the Father's love to him:
cc av dt n1 vbz av vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno31:
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12784
and on the other side professes his affection to the Father, and he would have the world to know it too, Joh. 14.31. That the world may know that I love the Father, so do I.
and on the other side Professes his affection to the Father, and he would have the world to know it too, John 14.31. That the world may know that I love the Father, so do I.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, np1 crd. cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns11 vvb dt n1, av vdb pns11.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12785
So that you see here is union of dear love. 3. The Father and the Son are one by unexpressable agreement and consent together.
So that you see Here is Union of dear love. 3. The Father and the Son Are one by unexpressable agreement and consent together.
av cst pn22 vvb av vbz n1 pp-f j-jn n1. crd dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd p-acp j-u n1 cc n1 av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1662
Page 449
12786
Though they be divers, yet they never differ;
Though they be diverse, yet they never differ;
cs pns32 vbb j, av pns32 av-x vvb;
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 449
12787
No, they continually mind the same things, they will and nill the same things, love and hate the same things;
No, they continually mind the same things, they will and nill the same things, love and hate the same things;
uh-dx, pns32 av-j vvi dt d n2, pns32 vmb cc vmb dt d n2, n1 cc vvi dt d n2;
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12788
and this agreement is between the Father and the Son, not only as the Son is God,
and this agreement is between the Father and the Son, not only as the Son is God,
cc d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12789
but as the Son is Man and Mediator too.
but as the Son is Man and Mediator too.
cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1 av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12790
The will of Jesus Christ as he is Man, in all respects accordeth and consenteth with the will of God the Father.
The will of jesus christ as he is Man, in all respects accords and consenteth with the will of God the Father.
dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1, p-acp d n2 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12791
Or if it were not so, it must be sinful and irregular;
Or if it were not so, it must be sinful and irregular;
cc cs pn31 vbdr xx av, pn31 vmb vbi j cc j;
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12792
and therefore he submitted still, yea even in those things which were against the Nature that he had assumed;
and Therefore he submitted still, yea even in those things which were against the Nature that he had assumed;
cc av pns31 vvd av, uh av p-acp d n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn;
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12793
Not my will, but thine be done. Not my will, but thine be done.
xx po11 n1, cc-acp png21 vbb vdn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1663
Page 450
12794
And thus you see how the Father is in Christ as he is Man and Mediaator,
And thus you see how the Father is in christ as he is Man and mediator,
cc av pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1664
Page 450
12795
and how Christ as Mediator is in God the Father, how they are both one, viz. by hypostatical union, by dear affection, by unexpressable agreement and consent together.
and how christ as Mediator is in God the Father, how they Are both one, viz. by hypostatical Union, by dear affection, by unexpressable agreement and consent together.
cc c-crq np1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp np1 dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr av-d crd, n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp j-u n1 cc n1 av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1664
Page 450
12796
Now we shall easily discover how he would have his Apostles to be one, in his Father and himself, which is the second thing to be unfolded in the point.
Now we shall Easily discover how he would have his Apostles to be one, in his Father and himself, which is the second thing to be unfolded in the point.
av pns12 vmb av-j vvi c-crq pns31 vmd vhi po31 n2 pc-acp vbi pi, p-acp po31 n1 cc px31, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1665
Page 450
12797
It is the will of Jesus Christ, that his Disciples should not only be one among themselves,
It is the will of jesus christ, that his Disciples should not only be one among themselves,
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst po31 n2 vmd xx av-j vbi crd p-acp px32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1665
Page 450
12798
but that they also should be one in God, in the Father and the Son. This is the special thing for which he prays, That they may all be one,
but that they also should be one in God, in the Father and the Son. This is the special thing for which he prays, That they may all be one,
cc-acp cst pns32 av vmd vbi pi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 d vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi,
(53) part (DIV2)
1665
Page 450
12799
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(53) part (DIV2)
1665
Page 450
12800
1. Then as the Father is in Christ as Mediator, and Christ as Mediator in the Father by the Hypostatical union:
1. Then as the Father is in christ as Mediator, and christ as Mediator in the Father by the Hypostatical Union:
crd av c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12802
That as the Manhood of the Son is mediately in God the Father, in being joyned to the Godhead of the Son, which is one with God the Father;
That as the Manhood of the Son is mediately in God the Father, in being joined to the Godhead of the Son, which is one with God the Father;
cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz pi p-acp np1 dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12803
so we should also be mediately in the Father, in being joyned to the Godhead and the Manhood in the Person of Christ:
so we should also be mediately in the Father, in being joined to the Godhead and the Manhood in the Person of christ:
av pns12 vmd av vbi av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12804
That we should be in the Father by and through Jesus Christ:
That we should be in the Father by and through jesus christ:
cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp np1 np1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12805
And so indeed are all the members of the body mystical, by reason of their union with the Lord Christ.
And so indeed Are all the members of the body mystical, by reason of their Union with the Lord christ.
cc av av vbr d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12806
Christ is one with God the Father, and we are one with Jesus Christ; and therefore (in a sense) we are one with God the Father;
christ is one with God the Father, and we Are one with jesus christ; and Therefore (in a sense) we Are one with God the Father;
np1 vbz pi p-acp np1 dt n1, cc pns12 vbr crd p-acp np1 np1; cc av (p-acp dt n1) pns12 vbr crd p-acp np1 dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12807
Jesus Christ is in the Father, and we are in Jesus Christ, Ephes. 1.10. We all are gathered into one in him;
jesus christ is in the Father, and we Are in jesus christ, Ephesians 1.10. We all Are gathered into one in him;
np1 np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vbr p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd. pns12 d vbr vvn p-acp pi p-acp pno31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12808
and therefore we are also mediately in the Father:
and Therefore we Are also mediately in the Father:
cc av pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12809
And hence it is that all the Saints are said not only to be one among themselves,
And hence it is that all the Saints Are said not only to be one among themselves,
cc av pn31 vbz cst d dt n2 vbr vvn xx av-j pc-acp vbi pi p-acp px32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12810
and to be one in Christ, but also to be one in God the Father,
and to be one in christ, but also to be one in God the Father,
cc pc-acp vbi pi p-acp np1, cc-acp av pc-acp vbi pi p-acp np1 dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12811
as in my Text you see, I pray for them, saith Christ, that shall believe on me, that they may all be one,
as in my Text you see, I pray for them, Says christ, that shall believe on me, that they may all be one,
c-acp p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vvb, pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, vvz np1, cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi,
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12812
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us; as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us;
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12;
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12813
not one among themselves, but one in us. Not in me only, but in thee too;
not one among themselves, but one in us. Not in me only, but in thee too;
xx pi p-acp px32, cc-acp pi p-acp pno12. xx p-acp pno11 av-j, cc-acp p-acp pno21 av;
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12814
Not one in me, but one in us: So that you see, believers all of them are in the Father by the Son.
Not one in me, but one in us: So that you see, believers all of them Are in the Father by the Son.
xx crd p-acp pno11, cc-acp pi p-acp pno12: av cst pn22 vvb, n2 d pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1
(53) part (DIV2)
1666
Page 450
12815
2. As God the Father and the Son are one by dear affection;
2. As God the Father and the Son Are one by dear affection;
crd p-acp np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd p-acp j-jn n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1667
Page 450
12816
so Christ would have all his Disciples to be one both with the Father and himself in the very same manner:
so christ would have all his Disciples to be one both with the Father and himself in the very same manner:
av np1 vmd vhi d po31 n2 pc-acp vbi crd av-d p-acp dt n1 cc px31 p-acp dt av d n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1667
Page 450
12817
He would not have them only to be one among themselves by love, but he would have them also to be one in God by love:
He would not have them only to be one among themselves by love, but he would have them also to be one in God by love:
pns31 vmd xx vhi pno32 av-j pc-acp vbi pi p-acp px32 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 av pc-acp vbi pi p-acp np1 p-acp n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1667
Page 450
12818
He would have their hearts to live in his Father and himself by unexpressible and choice affection:
He would have their hearts to live in his Father and himself by unexpressible and choice affection:
pns31 vmd vhi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc px31 p-acp j cc j n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1667
Page 450
12819
That they should find no rest, no quiet anywhere but in God and Christ only:
That they should find no rest, no quiet anywhere but in God and christ only:
cst pns32 vmd vvi dx n1, dx j-jn av cc-acp p-acp np1 cc np1 av-j:
(53) part (DIV2)
1667
Page 450
12820
To be so closely and indissolubly joyned to the Father and himself, that nothing in the world should be able to divide them, to separate them from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
To be so closely and indissolubly joined to the Father and himself, that nothing in the world should be able to divide them, to separate them from the love of God which is in christ jesus our Lord.
pc-acp vbi av av-j cc av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 cc px31, cst pix p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1667
Page 450
12821
3. As God the Father and the Son are one by will and by consent;
3. As God the Father and the Son Are one by will and by consent;
crd p-acp np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12822
so Christ would have all his Disciples to be one with the Father and himself in the very same manner.
so christ would have all his Disciples to be one with the Father and himself in the very same manner.
av np1 vmd vhi d po31 n2 pc-acp vbi pi p-acp dt n1 cc px31 p-acp dt av d n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12823
And as the Father and the Son agree in every thing, and never differ in the least degree;
And as the Father and the Son agree in every thing, and never differ in the least degree;
cc c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb p-acp d n1, cc av-x vvb p-acp dt ds n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12824
that which one wills, the other wills:
that which one wills, the other wills:
cst r-crq crd n2, dt j-jn n2:
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12865
then any in the world besides.
then any in the world beside.
cs d p-acp dt n1 a-acp.
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12825
So true believers should agree in every thing, not among themselves only, but with God and Christ too.
So true believers should agree in every thing, not among themselves only, but with God and christ too.
av j n2 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, xx p-acp px32 av-j, cc-acp p-acp np1 cc np1 av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12826
God and Jesus Christ and they should so accord in every thing, that they should be as it were all one.
God and jesus christ and they should so accord in every thing, that they should be as it were all one.
np1 cc np1 np1 cc pns32 vmd av vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi c-acp pn31 vbdr d crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12827
Look what God and Christ wills, assoon as it is manifested and revealed to them, they should will the very same,
Look what God and christ wills, As soon as it is manifested and revealed to them, they should will the very same,
n1 q-crq np1 cc np1 vvz, av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd vvi dt av d,
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12828
yea though it be against them in their honours, profits, pleasures, and delights. They should conform their wills in all respects to the will of God and Christ.
yea though it be against them in their honours, profits, pleasures, and delights. They should conform their wills in all respects to the will of God and christ.
uh cs pn31 vbb p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, n2, n2, cc n2. pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12829
And even as Christ said to the Father, Not my will, but thine be done:
And even as christ said to the Father, Not my will, but thine be done:
cc av c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, xx po11 n1, cc-acp png21 vbb vdn:
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12830
So we should say to the Father and Son, Not our wills, but yours be done.
So we should say to the Father and Son, Not our wills, but yours be done.
av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, xx po12 n2, cc-acp png22 vbi vdn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12831
As you agree together, so we agree in you;
As you agree together, so we agree in you;
p-acp pn22 vvb av, av pns12 vvb p-acp pn22;
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12832
and then indeed, my Brethren, we are like to agree among our selves, when we agree in God and Christ,
and then indeed, my Brothers, we Are like to agree among our selves, when we agree in God and christ,
cc av av, po11 n2, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 cc np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12833
and when our wills are suitable to their wills: Or otherwise agreement without this is combination and not union.
and when our wills Are suitable to their wills: Or otherwise agreement without this is combination and not Union.
cc c-crq po12 n2 vbr j p-acp po32 n2: cc av n1 p-acp d vbz n1 cc xx n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12834
And therefore Christ desiring that his Disciples should be one among themselves, desireth also that they might be one in God, in his Father and himself, That they may all be one as thou Father art in me, &c.
And Therefore christ desiring that his Disciples should be one among themselves, Desires also that they might be one in God, in his Father and himself, That they may all be one as thou Father art in me, etc.
cc av np1 vvg cst po31 n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp px32, vvz av cst pns32 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc px31, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi p-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, av
(53) part (DIV2)
1668
Page 451
12835
Now to descend to Application, and therein to proceed with all the branches of the Explication in their order.
Now to descend to Application, and therein to proceed with all the branches of the Explication in their order.
av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12836
First, Is it the will of Jesus Christ that his Disciples should be one in God, by the mystical union? Here then you see the glorious priviledge of Christs Disciples, of all that do indeed believe in him.
First, Is it the will of jesus christ that his Disciples should be one in God, by the mystical Union? Here then you see the glorious privilege of Christ Disciples, of all that do indeed believe in him.
ord, vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst po31 n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1? av cs pn22 vvb dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2, pp-f d cst vdb av vvi p-acp pno31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12837
The Scripture makes it a great matter to be nigh to God, and so it is indeed, my Brethren, a very blessed and a happy thing.
The Scripture makes it a great matter to be High to God, and so it is indeed, my Brothers, a very blessed and a happy thing.
dt n1 vvz pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp np1, cc av pn31 vbz av, po11 n2, dt j j-vvn cc dt j n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12838
What is it then, Beloved, to be in him, in the Father and the Son,
What is it then, beloved, to be in him, in the Father and the Son,
q-crq vbz pn31 av, j-vvn, pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12839
as they are in one another? This is a priviledge to purpose, and carries high and glorious things in it, such as we are not able to conceive,
as they Are in one Another? This is a privilege to purpose, and carries high and glorious things in it, such as we Are not able to conceive,
c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp crd j-jn? d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz j cc j n2 p-acp pn31, d c-acp pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi,
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12840
and much less are we able to express.
and much less Are we able to express.
cc av-d dc vbr pns12 j pc-acp vvi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12841
I shall endeavour according to the light I have, to lay them open to you in a few particulars.
I shall endeavour according to the Light I have, to lay them open to you in a few particulars.
pns11 vmb vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(53) part (DIV2)
1669
Page 451
12842
This being in the Father and the Son, implies most intimate Communion with them both.
This being in the Father and the Son, Implies most intimate Communion with them both.
d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vvz ds j n1 p-acp pno32 d.
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12843
It is very much, my Brethren, to be with them, to have fellowship with the Father and the Son, 1 Joh. 1.3. All of us are far from God, and far from Jesus Christ by nature:
It is very much, my Brothers, to be with them, to have fellowship with the Father and the Son, 1 John 1.3. All of us Are Far from God, and Far from jesus christ by nature:
pn31 vbz av av-d, po11 n2, pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, crd np1 crd. av-d pp-f pno12 vbr j p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12844
we dwell a great way from them in a strange Countrey, and so have no commerce with them;
we dwell a great Way from them in a strange Country, and so have no commerce with them;
pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc av vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32;
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12866
And here to be a little more particular, they know God more immediately, and more distinctly then others do.
And Here to be a little more particular, they know God more immediately, and more distinctly then Others doe.
cc av pc-acp vbi dt j av-dc j, pns32 vvb np1 av-dc av-j, cc av-dc av-j cs n2-jn n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12845
and when we are converted, we are said in Scripture to be made nigh to them, Ephes. 2.13. To have access by one Spirit, to the Father and the Son, vers. 17, 18. And this indeed importeth near and sweet Communion with them, such as the world is not acquainted with.
and when we Are converted, we Are said in Scripture to be made High to them, Ephesians 2.13. To have access by one Spirit, to the Father and the Son, vers. 17, 18. And this indeed imports near and sweet Communion with them, such as the world is not acquainted with.
cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp pno32, np1 crd. pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp crd n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, fw-la. crd, crd cc d av vvz j cc j n1 p-acp pno32, d c-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp.
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12846
But to be in them, importeth yet more near and close Communion: Indeed the nearest, and the closest, and most intimate that can be.
But to be in them, imports yet more near and close Communion: Indeed the nearest, and the closest, and most intimate that can be.
p-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, vvz av av-dc j cc j n1: av dt js, cc dt js, cc av-ds j cst vmb vbi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12847
It is much to be with God, with the Father and the Son; there must be heavenly communion if it were but so:
It is much to be with God, with the Father and the Son; there must be heavenly communion if it were but so:
pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; pc-acp vmb vbi j n1 cs pn31 vbdr cc-acp av:
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12848
But to be in them as they are in one another, this must needs be much more.
But to be in them as they Are in one Another, this must needs be much more.
cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp crd j-jn, d vmb av vbi d dc.
(53) part (DIV2)
1670
Page 451
12849
This being in the Father and the Son, importeth special interest in God.
This being in the Father and the Son, imports special Interest in God.
d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vvz j n1 p-acp np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 451
12850
The greatest interest that can be when we express the interest that any man hath in such or such a great man, we use to say that he is in with him.
The greatest Interest that can be when we express the Interest that any man hath in such or such a great man, we use to say that he is in with him.
dt js n1 cst vmb vbi c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 cst d n1 vhz p-acp d cc d dt j n1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz p-acp p-acp pno31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12851
And truly it is much to say that we are in with God the Father, and with Jesus Christ, this is a very great matter;
And truly it is much to say that we Are in with God the Father, and with jesus christ, this is a very great matter;
cc av-j pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vbr p-acp p-acp np1 dt n1, cc p-acp np1 np1, d vbz dt av j n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12852
It shews that we have much of their regard and love; That God and Jesus Christ, and we are great friends;
It shows that we have much of their regard and love; That God and jesus christ, and we Are great Friends;
pn31 vvz cst pns12 vhb d pp-f po32 n1 cc n1; cst np1 cc np1 np1, cc pns12 vbr j n2;
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12853
That while all the world are out with the Father and the Son, we are the only people that are in with them:
That while all the world Are out with the Father and the Son, we Are the only people that Are in with them:
cst cs d dt n1 vbr av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, pns12 vbr dt j n1 cst vbr p-acp p-acp pno32:
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12854
This I confess is very much:
This I confess is very much:
d pns11 vvb vbz av av-d:
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12855
But what is it then to say that we in them? That God and Jesus Christ,
But what is it then to say that we in them? That God and jesus christ,
cc-acp q-crq vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi cst pns12 p-acp pno32? cst np1 cc np1 np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12856
and we, are in a sense all one;
and we, Are in a sense all one;
cc pns12, vbr p-acp dt n1 d pi;
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12857
That as the Father is in Christ, and Christ in him, so we are one in both of them.
That as the Father is in christ, and christ in him, so we Are one in both of them.
cst c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31, av pns12 vbr crd p-acp av-d pp-f pno32.
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12858
Here is interest indeed, such as is impossible to be expressed. This being in the Father and the Son, importeth great acquaintance with them both:
Here is Interest indeed, such as is impossible to be expressed. This being in the Father and the Son, imports great acquaintance with them both:
av vbz n1 av, d c-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn. d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vvz j n1 p-acp pno32 d:
(53) part (DIV2)
1671
Page 452
12859
They that are much with one another, are acquainted each with other; but they that are in one another, must be acquainted much more:
They that Are much with one Another, Are acquainted each with other; but they that Are in one Another, must be acquainted much more:
pns32 cst vbr av-d p-acp crd j-jn, vbr vvn d p-acp n-jn; cc-acp pns32 cst vbr p-acp crd j-jn, vmb vbi vvn av-d av-dc:
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12860
They know not that which is without only, that which every one knows, but they know that which is within, which is obscure and hid from other men.
They know not that which is without only, that which every one knows, but they know that which is within, which is Obscure and hid from other men.
pns32 vvb xx d r-crq vbz p-acp av-j, cst r-crq d pi vvz, cc-acp pns32 vvb cst r-crq vbz a-acp, r-crq vbz j cc vvn p-acp j-jn n2.
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12861
They know God inwardly, for they are in him; They know the secrets of his heart, Psal. 25.14. and the mysterie of his will, Ephes. 1.9.
They know God inwardly, for they Are in him; They know the secrets of his heart, Psalm 25.14. and the mystery of his will, Ephesians 1.9.
pns32 vvb np1 av-j, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp pno31; pns32 vvb dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12862
And even as Christ is said to be in the bosome of the Father, and so to be the only one that is acquainted with him fully,
And even as christ is said to be in the bosom of the Father, and so to be the only one that is acquainted with him Fully,
cc av c-acp np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pc-acp vbi dt j pi cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31 av-j,
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12863
and can reveal him to the world, Joh. 1.18. No man hath seen God at any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him:
and can reveal him to the world, John 1.18. No man hath seen God At any time, the only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him:
cc vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, dt av-j vvn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31:
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12864
So true believers are in the bosom both of God and Christ, and so are infinitely more acquainted with them,
So true believers Are in the bosom both of God and christ, and so Are infinitely more acquainted with them,
av j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc np1, cc av vbr av-j av-dc vvn p-acp pno32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1672
Page 452
12868
they do not know him at a distance, and at second hand, but they know him by himself;
they do not know him At a distance, and At second hand, but they know him by himself;
pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp ord n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp px31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
12869
they have their knowledge of him at the Fountain head, for they are in him.
they have their knowledge of him At the Fountain head, for they Are in him.
pns32 vhb po32 n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp pno31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
12870
Others hear of him by the hearing of the ear, but they see him, Job 12.5. and they taste him, which sense requires the nearest application of the object, 1 Pet. 2.3. They know him at first hand, they are taught of God himself;
Others hear of him by the hearing of the ear, but they see him, Job 12.5. and they taste him, which sense requires the nearest application of the Object, 1 Pet. 2.3. They know him At First hand, they Are taught of God himself;
ng2-jn vvb pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno31, n1 crd. cc pns32 vvb pno31, r-crq n1 vvz dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp ord n1, pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1 px31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
12871
they do not only hear what others speak of God, and so accordingly discourse of him, as many do by memory:
they do not only hear what Others speak of God, and so accordingly discourse of him, as many do by memory:
pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi r-crq n2-jn vvb pp-f np1, cc av av-vvg vvi pp-f pno31, c-acp d vdb p-acp n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
12872
but they speak with God himself;
but they speak with God himself;
cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1 px31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
12873
God shews himself to them, as his own phrase is, and so accordingly are more immediately acquainted with him.
God shows himself to them, as his own phrase is, and so accordingly Are more immediately acquainted with him.
np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno32, c-acp po31 d n1 vbz, cc av av-vvg vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp pno31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1673
Page 452
12874
2. And as they know him more immediately then others, so they know him more distinctly then others;
2. And as they know him more immediately then Others, so they know him more distinctly then Others;
crd cc c-acp pns32 vvb pno31 av-dc av-j cs n2-jn, av pns32 vvb pno31 av-dc av-j cs n2-jn;
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12875
they have not a confused knowledge of him only as we have of strangers, or those whom we behold a far off:
they have not a confused knowledge of him only as we have of Strangers, or those whom we behold a Far off:
pns32 vhb xx dt j-vvn n1 pp-f pno31 av-j c-acp pns12 vhb pp-f n2, cc d ro-crq pns12 vvb dt av-j a-acp:
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12876
as when we see a person at a great distance, it may be we discover that it is a man,
as when we see a person At a great distance, it may be we discover that it is a man,
c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12877
or a woman in the general, but are not able to distinguish whether it be such a man,
or a woman in the general, but Are not able to distinguish whither it be such a man,
cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vbb d dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12878
or such a woman, whether it be such a friend, or such a one of our acquaintance, yea, or no:
or such a woman, whither it be such a friend, or such a one of our acquaintance, yea, or no:
cc d dt n1, cs pn31 vbb d dt n1, cc d dt pi pp-f po12 n1, uh, cc dx:
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12879
But they have a clear knowledge, they see God evidently, and distinctly, in a measure, for they are near enough to him, they are in him:
But they have a clear knowledge, they see God evidently, and distinctly, in a measure, for they Are near enough to him, they Are in him:
cc-acp pns32 vhb dt j n1, pns32 vvb np1 av-j, cc av-j, p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j av-d p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr p-acp pno31:
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12880
so that they can distinguish God, and Christ, from any other that comes in his Name,
so that they can distinguish God, and christ, from any other that comes in his Name,
av cst pns32 vmb vvi np1, cc np1, p-acp d n-jn cst vvz p-acp po31 n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12881
or that pretends that he is God, or Christ.
or that pretends that he is God, or christ.
cc d vvz cst pns31 vbz np1, cc np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 452
12882
And therefore, my Beloved, when there are any such abroad (as some have been in our days) who say that they are Christ, you shall do well to call one of them who are in Christ, to tell you whether this be Christ indeed, or no.
And Therefore, my beloved, when there Are any such abroad (as Some have been in our days) who say that they Are christ, you shall do well to call one of them who Are in christ, to tell you whither this be christ indeed, or no.
cc av, po11 j-vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbr d d av (c-acp d vhb vbn p-acp po12 n2) r-crq vvb cst pns32 vbr np1, pn22 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi crd pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pn22 cs d vbb np1 av, cc uh-dx.
(53) part (DIV2)
1674
Page 453
12883
This being in the Father and the Son, importeth ready, easie, and familiar access to the Father and the Son. They are in one another,
This being in the Father and the Son, imports ready, easy, and familiar access to the Father and the Son. They Are in one Another,
d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vvz j, j, cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pns32 vbr p-acp crd j-jn,
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12884
and therefore they must needs be much together. Believers need not to go far to speak with God, he is at hand continually, for they are in him:
and Therefore they must needs be much together. Believers need not to go Far to speak with God, he is At hand continually, for they Are in him:
cc av pns32 vmb av vbi d av. n2 vvb xx pc-acp vvi av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbz p-acp n1 av-j, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp pno31:
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12885
So that they have his ear and heart too, they can come to him and speak with him when they please.
So that they have his ear and heart too, they can come to him and speak with him when they please.
av cst pns32 vhb po31 n1 cc n1 av, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns32 vvb.
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12886
Others that are abroad, they hear him when he speaks in publick, in the open Congregation,
Others that Are abroad, they hear him when he speaks in public, in the open Congregation,
ng2-jn cst vbr av, pns32 vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j, p-acp dt j n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12887
and when he cryeth in the place of concourse, as the wise man speaks:
and when he Cries in the place of concourse, as the wise man speaks:
cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt j n1 vvz:
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12888
But alas they have no private talk with him as these have, when there is none but God and them together:
But alas they have no private talk with him as these have, when there is none but God and them together:
cc-acp uh pns32 vhb dx j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d vhb, c-crq pc-acp vbz pix p-acp np1 cc pno32 av:
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12889
And therefore they that are without, that live without God, and without Christ, are fain to use those that are in God and Christ sometimes to promote their suits to him.
And Therefore they that Are without, that live without God, and without christ, Are fain to use those that Are in God and christ sometime to promote their suits to him.
cc av pns32 cst vbr p-acp, cst vvb p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, vbr av-j pc-acp vvi d cst vbr p-acp np1 cc np1 av pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12890
If they have any special business to prefer to God, they that are without must be beholding to them that are within, to tender their Petitions for them,
If they have any special business to prefer to God, they that Are without must be beholding to them that Are within, to tender their Petitions for them,
cs pns32 vhb d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns32 cst vbr p-acp vmb vbi vvg p-acp pno32 cst vbr a-acp, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12891
as Pharaoh was in such a case;
as Pharaoh was in such a case;
c-acp np1 vbds p-acp d dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12892
Send for Moses and Aaron, and let them use their interest in my behalf, let them pray to God for me. Send for Moses and Aaron, and let them use their Interest in my behalf, let them pray to God for me.
vvb p-acp np1 cc np1, cc vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pno11.
(53) part (DIV2)
1675
Page 453
12893
This being in the Father and the Son, doth carry in it a more immediate enjoyment of all the comforts, satisfactions,
This being in the Father and the Son, does carry in it a more immediate enjoyment of all the comforts, satisfactions,
d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vdz vvi p-acp pn31 dt av-dc j n1 pp-f d dt n2, n2,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12894
and contentments that the soul of man can reach after; For God involves and comprehendeth in him all the good that can be thought upon,
and contentment's that the soul of man can reach After; For God involves and comprehendeth in him all the good that can be Thought upon,
cc n2 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi a-acp; c-acp np1 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31 d dt j cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12895
and infinitely more then the poor narrow heart of man can reach to.
and infinitely more then the poor narrow heart of man can reach to.
cc av-j av-dc cs dt j j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12896
We would think (abundance of us) that we were very well if we had all the happiness that all the creatures in the world could yield us:
We would think (abundance of us) that we were very well if we had all the happiness that all the creatures in the world could yield us:
pns12 vmd vvi (n1 pp-f pno12) cst pns12 vbdr av av cs pns12 vhd d dt n1 cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pno12:
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12897
If we had such a wife, house, gardens, servants, in-come by the year, honors, pleasures and delights,
If we had such a wife, house, gardens, Servants, income by the year, honours, pleasures and delights,
cs pns12 vhd d dt n1, n1, n2, n2, j p-acp dt n1, n2, n2 cc n2,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12898
as we would fancy to our selves, then we would think that we were happy men indeed.
as we would fancy to our selves, then we would think that we were happy men indeed.
c-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, cs pns12 vmd vvi cst pns12 vbdr j n2 av.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12899
Why, my Beloved, whatsoever good there is to please, or give us satisfaction in the creatures any way (if we had them all together) is eminently and transcendently in God.
Why, my beloved, whatsoever good there is to please, or give us satisfaction in the creatures any Way (if we had them all together) is eminently and transcendently in God.
uh-crq, po11 j-vvn, r-crq j a-acp vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vvb pno12 n1 p-acp dt n2 d n1 (cs pns12 vhd pno32 d av) vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12900
They had it all from him, and therefore certainly he hath it all in him; and that without dregs too;
They had it all from him, and Therefore Certainly he hath it all in him; and that without dregs too;
pns32 vhd pn31 d p-acp pno31, cc av av-j pns31 vhz pn31 d p-acp pno31; cc cst p-acp n2 av;
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12901
The spirits and the quintessence of all these comforts are in God, refined from the drossie part;
The spirits and the quintessence of all these comforts Are in God, refined from the drossy part;
dt n2 cc dt n1 pp-f d d n2 vbr p-acp np1, vvn p-acp dt j n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12902
so that in having him we have all. A naked God a naked Christ, is infinitely more to make a man compleatly happy,
so that in having him we have all. A naked God a naked christ, is infinitely more to make a man completely happy,
av cst p-acp vhg pno31 pns12 vhb d. dt j np1 dt j np1, vbz av-j dc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j j,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12903
then all the comforts in the world without him.
then all the comforts in the world without him.
cs d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12904
Or if it were not so my Brethren, our state in heaven would be worse then it is here upon the earth;
Or if it were not so my Brothers, our state in heaven would be Worse then it is Here upon the earth;
cc cs pn31 vbdr xx av po11 n2, po12 n1 p-acp n1 vmd vbi jc cs pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12905
the happiness of Heaven would be much below, and much inferiour to our earthly happiness: In Heaven we shall have nothing else but God, no Sun, no Moon, Apoc. 21.23. The Creatures shall not give us comfort, as they do in this world;
the happiness of Heaven would be much below, and much inferior to our earthly happiness: In Heaven we shall have nothing Else but God, no Sun, no Moon, Apocalypse 21.23. The Creatures shall not give us Comfort, as they do in this world;
dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi av-d a-acp, cc d j-jn p-acp po12 j n1: p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vhi pix av cc-acp np1, dx n1, dx n1, np1 crd. dt n2 vmb xx vvi pno12 vvi, c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp d n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12906
No, God shall be our Sun and Moon there:
No, God shall be our Sun and Moon there:
uh-dx, np1 vmb vbi po12 n1 cc n1 a-acp:
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12907
he shall be every thing to satisfie us, and content us, and to make us happy:
he shall be every thing to satisfy us, and content us, and to make us happy:
pns31 vmb vbi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 j:
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12908
He shall be all in all, 1 Cor. 15.18.He shall be all in all, 1 Cor. 15.18.
pns31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp d, vvn np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12909
Now if the Lord have not as much in him as all the creatures which we leave,
Now if the Lord have not as much in him as all the creatures which we leave,
av cs dt n1 vhb xx p-acp d p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12910
when we are taken hence by death, we are losers by the bargain, whereas we know the heighth,
when we Are taken hence by death, we Are losers by the bargain, whereas we know the height,
c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp n1, pns12 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12911
and the perfection of our happiness is there where we have nothing else but God:
and the perfection of our happiness is there where we have nothing Else but God:
cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz a-acp c-crq pns12 vhb pix av cc-acp np1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12912
And therefore certainly we stand in need of nothing else to make us absolutely and compleatly happy.
And Therefore Certainly we stand in need of nothing Else to make us absolutely and completely happy.
cc av av-j pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pix av pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j cc av-j j.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 453
12913
And whensoever we have least of creatures, and most of God in this world, then we are nearest to that full beatitude.
And whensoever we have least of creatures, and most of God in this world, then we Are nearest to that full beatitude.
cc c-crq pns12 vhb ds pp-f n2, cc ds pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vbr js p-acp cst j n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 454
12914
Now God we have, if we be in him, my Beloved, and so we have the Fountain of all happiness and satisfaction:
Now God we have, if we be in him, my beloved, and so we have the Fountain of all happiness and satisfaction:
av np1 pns12 vhb, cs pns12 vbb p-acp pno31, po11 j-vvn, cc av pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 454
12915
He that is in God, in the Father and the Son, must needs have all that is in God,
He that is in God, in the Father and the Son, must needs have all that is in God,
pns31 cst vbz p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vmb av vhi d cst vbz p-acp np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 454
12916
so far as it is necessary for him: And that indeed is all that can be.
so Far as it is necessary for him: And that indeed is all that can be.
av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31: cc cst av vbz d cst vmb vbi.
(53) part (DIV2)
1676
Page 454
12917
This being in the Father and the Son, doth carry in it admirable safety: He is secure enough from any hurt, that is in God;
This being in the Father and the Son, does carry in it admirable safety: He is secure enough from any hurt, that is in God;
d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vdz vvi p-acp pn31 j n1: pns31 vbz j av-d p-acp d n1, cst vbz p-acp np1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12918
For what should seize upon him to annoy him there? You know the Lord is often called a house, a habitation in the Scripture;
For what should seize upon him to annoy him there? You know the Lord is often called a house, a habitation in the Scripture;
p-acp r-crq vmd vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp? pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz av vvn dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1;
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12919
and to make up the Allegory, the Saints are said to dwell in God, 1 Joh. 3.24. He that keepeth his Commandements dwelleth in him, and he in him:
and to make up the Allegory, the Saints Are said to dwell in God, 1 John 3.24. He that Keepeth his commandments dwells in him, and he in him:
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, crd np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 vvz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 p-acp pno31:
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12920
So that believers are in God as in a house, where they are warm, and well,
So that believers Are in God as in a house, where they Are warm, and well,
av d n2 vbr p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc av,
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12921
and safe, however matters go abroad, what ever storms there be upon land; they are not like to the Egyptian servants in the storm of hail:
and safe, however matters go abroad, what ever storms there be upon land; they Are not like to the Egyptian Servants in the storm of hail:
cc j, c-acp n2 vvb av, r-crq av vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp n1; pns32 vbr xx av-j p-acp dt jp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12922
they are not left abroad in the woods and in the fields to be smitten and destroyed;
they Are not left abroad in the woods and in the fields to be smitten and destroyed;
pns32 vbr xx vvn av p-acp dt n2 cc p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn;
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12923
No, God hath fetched them into house, into himself;
No, God hath fetched them into house, into himself;
uh-dx, np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp px31;
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12924
they are in God, who is the habitation of his people, and there they are secure enough,
they Are in God, who is the habitation of his people, and there they Are secure enough,
pns32 vbr p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc a-acp pns32 vbr j av-d,
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12925
as the Psalmist intimates, Psal. 91.1. He that dwelleth in the secret of the most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty:
as the Psalmist intimates, Psalm 91.1. He that dwells in the secret of the most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty:
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt av-ds j, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn:
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12926
So that when the storm is fiercest, he can stand quiet, and look out at window,
So that when the storm is Fiercest, he can stand quiet, and look out At window,
av cst c-crq dt n1 vbz js, pns31 vmb vvi j-jn, cc vvb av p-acp n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12927
and see others perish in the tempest.
and see Others perish in the tempest.
cc vvi n2-jn vvb p-acp dt n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12928
He is in the Ark, in God, and a few more with him, while all the world besides are drowned in the deluge:
He is in the Ark, in God, and a few more with him, while all the world beside Are drowned in the deluge:
pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp np1, cc dt d dc p-acp pno31, cs d dt n1 p-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1:
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12929
It matters not to him what waves and floods there are abroad, he is where he is safe enough.
It matters not to him what waves and floods there Are abroad, he is where he is safe enough.
pn31 n2 xx p-acp pno31 r-crq n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbr av, pns31 vbz q-crq pns31 vbz j av-d.
(53) part (DIV2)
1677
Page 454
12930
Nay, God is not resembled to an ordinary habitation only, but to a place of refuge and defence, Psal. 18.2.
Nay, God is not resembled to an ordinary habitation only, but to a place of refuge and defence, Psalm 18.2.
uh, np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd.
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
12931
A Castle and a strong Tower, &c. So that they that are in God, are in a Castle and a strong Tower, that never was,A Castle and a strong Tower, etc. So that they that Are in God, Are in a Castle and a strong Tower, that never was,
dt n1 cc dt j n1, av av cst pns32 cst vbr p-acp np1, vbr p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, cst av-x vbds,
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
12932
and never will be taken by assault, and what need they fear there? They that are without indeed, are in very great danger, they are exposed to the mercy of the Enemy,
and never will be taken by assault, and what need they Fear there? They that Are without indeed, Are in very great danger, they Are exposed to the mercy of the Enemy,
cc av-x vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc r-crq n1 pns32 vvb a-acp? pns32 cst vbr p-acp av, vbr p-acp av j n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
12934
but they that are within, may say as David, when the Drums beat, and the bullets flie, I will lay me down in peace,
but they that Are within, may say as David, when the Drums beatrice, and the bullets fly, I will lay me down in peace,
cc-acp pns32 cst vbr a-acp, vmb vvi p-acp np1, c-crq dt n2 vvb, cc dt n2 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
12935
and sleep, for thou Lord only makest me dwell in safety, Psal. 4. ult. and that because I am in thee:and sleep, for thou Lord only Makest me dwell in safety, Psalm 4. ult. and that Because I am in thee:
cc n1, c-acp pns21 n1 av-j vv2 pno11 vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd n1. cc d c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp pno21:
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
12936
thou art thy self my Castle, and my refuge, and my strong Tower. This being in the Father and the Son, doth carry in it certainty of perseverance.
thou art thy self my Castle, and my refuge, and my strong Tower. This being in the Father and the Son, does carry in it certainty of perseverance.
pns21 vb2r po21 n1 po11 n1, cc po11 n1, cc po11 j n1. d vbg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vdz vvi p-acp pn31 n1 pp-f n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1678
Page 454
12937
What my Beloved, do you think that it is in and out? In God to day,
What my beloved, do you think that it is in and out? In God to day,
q-crq po11 j-vvn, vdb pn22 vvi cst pn31 vbz p-acp cc av? p-acp np1 p-acp n1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1679
Page 454
12938
and out to morrow, as Arminians teach. It is a most uncomfortable Doctrine which they have broached.
and out to morrow, as Arminians teach. It is a most uncomfortable Doctrine which they have broached.
cc av p-acp n1, c-acp njp2 vvb. pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1679
Page 454
12939
Ah, my Beloved, what solid and induring satisfaction will the best condition that they can be in afford them,
Ah, my beloved, what solid and enduring satisfaction will the best condition that they can be in afford them,
uh, po11 j-vvn, r-crq j cc j-vvg n1 vmb dt js n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp vvi pno32,
(53) part (DIV2)
1679
Page 454
12940
if they be not sure to keep it?
if they be not sure to keep it?
cs pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi pn31?
(53) part (DIV2)
1679
Page 454
12941
Now here Beloved, is the fullest and the best assurance against this discomfort that is contained in the Book of God.
Now Here beloved, is the Fullest and the best assurance against this discomfort that is contained in the Book of God.
av av vvn, vbz dt js cc dt js n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 454
12942
You hear that true believers are in God, in the Father and the Son, yea, they are so in God,
You hear that true believers Are in God, in the Father and the Son, yea, they Are so in God,
pn22 vvb d j n2 vbr p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, uh, pns32 vbr av p-acp np1,
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 454
12943
so in the Father and the Son, as they are in one another;
so in the Father and the Son, as they Are in one Another;
av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp crd j-jn;
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 454
12944
I pray for them, saith Christ, that they may all be one as thou Father art in me, I pray for them, Says christ, that they may all be one as thou Father art in me,
pns11 vvb p-acp pno32, vvz np1, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi p-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11,
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 454
12945
and I in thee, so that they may be one in us: and I in thee, so that they may be one in us:
cc pns11 p-acp pno21, av cst pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12:
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 454
12946
Now my Beloved, do but seriously consider, how is the Father in the Son? how is the Son in God the Father? What,
Now my beloved, do but seriously Consider, how is the Father in the Son? how is the Son in God the Father? What,
av po11 j-vvn, vdb p-acp av-j vvi, q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1? q-crq,
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 454
12947
so that they may be out again? and that they may part again? No,
so that they may be out again? and that they may part again? No,
av cst pns32 vmb vbi av av? cc cst pns32 vmb vvi av? uh-dx,
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12948
surely, they are so in one another, that they can never be divided each from other.
surely, they Are so in one Another, that they can never be divided each from other.
av-j, pns32 vbr av p-acp crd j-jn, cst pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn d p-acp n-jn.
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12949
Just so are true believers in them both:
Just so Are true believers in them both:
j av vbr j n2 p-acp pno32 d:
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12950
So that if God cannot be out of Christ, if Christ cannot be out of God, believers cannot possibly be out of either.
So that if God cannot be out of christ, if christ cannot be out of God, believers cannot possibly be out of either.
av cst cs np1 vmbx vbi av pp-f np1, cs np1 vmbx vbi av pp-f np1, n2 vmbx av-j vbi av pp-f d.
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12951
When God and Christ are rent asunder each from other, believers shall be rent asunder from them both:
When God and christ Are rend asunder each from other, believers shall be rend asunder from them both:
c-crq np1 cc np1 vbr vvn av d p-acp n-jn, n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32 d:
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12952
When God and Christ do come to part with one another, believers must expect to part with both;
When God and christ do come to part with one Another, believers must expect to part with both;
c-crq np1 cc np1 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j-jn, n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d;
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12953
and that would be a sad parting, if God the Father should go one way, and Christ another, and believers a third, never to come together any more:
and that would be a sad parting, if God the Father should go one Way, and christ Another, and believers a third, never to come together any more:
cc cst vmd vbi dt j n-vvg, cs np1 dt n1 vmd vvi crd n1, cc np1 j-jn, cc n2 dt ord, av-x pc-acp vvi av av-d av-dc:
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12954
But in the mean time, while they stay together, believers shall continue with, and in them both:
But in the mean time, while they stay together, believers shall continue with, and in them both:
cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, cs pns32 vvb av, n2 vmb vvi p-acp, cc p-acp pno32 d:
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12955
while God the Father is in Christ, and Christ in God the Father, believers shall be one in them.
while God the Father is in christ, and christ in God the Father, believers shall be one in them.
cs np1 dt n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp np1 dt n1, n2 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno32.
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12956
It is the will of Jesus Christ as he declares it to his Father, That as thou Father art in me,
It is the will of jesus christ as he declares it to his Father, That as thou Father art in me,
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst a-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11,
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12957
and I in thee, so that they also should be one in us; and he will surely have his will in this business.and I in thee, so that they also should be one in us; and he will surely have his will in this business.
cc pns11 p-acp pno21, av cst pns32 av vmd vbi pi p-acp pno12; cc pns31 vmb av-j vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(53) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12958
JOHN 17.21. JOHN 17.21.
np1 crd.
(54) part (DIV2)
1680
Page 455
12959
As thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
As thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(54) part (DIV2)
1681
Page 455
12960
IS it the will of Jesus Christ, that his Disciples should be one in God by the mystical union? Then in the second place, let us be hence instructed to admire and magnifie the goodness of the Lord in this business, that he is pleased so highly to advance and honour us:
IS it the will of jesus christ, that his Disciples should be one in God by the mystical Union? Then in the second place, let us be hence instructed to admire and magnify the Goodness of the Lord in this business, that he is pleased so highly to advance and honour us:
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1? av p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno12 vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz vvn av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12:
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12961
That we poor wretches should be made not only nigh to God, but that we should be one in God, in the Father and the Son:
That we poor wretches should be made not only High to God, but that we should be one in God, in the Father and the Son:
cst pns12 j n2 vmd vbi vvn xx av-j av-j p-acp np1, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12962
That the great God of Heaven and Earth should take us up into himself, and thereby raise us to such glorious priviledges as have been mentioned in the former use.
That the great God of Heaven and Earth should take us up into himself, and thereby raise us to such glorious privileges as have been mentioned in the former use.
cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp px31, cc av vvb pno12 p-acp d j n2 c-acp vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12963
My Brethren, doth it seem a small thing to you? consider it a little and resolve.
My Brothers, does it seem a small thing to you? Consider it a little and resolve.
po11 n2, vdz pn31 vvi dt j n1 p-acp pn22? vvb pn31 dt j cc vvi.
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12964
Is it but a small thing, that God should take us into such union with himself? I know not how you apprehend it,
Is it but a small thing, that God should take us into such Union with himself? I know not how you apprehend it,
vbz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp px31? pns11 vvb xx c-crq pn22 vvb pn31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12965
but I assure you, my Beloved, it amazes me; That such transcendent honour should be put upon such worms as we are.
but I assure you, my beloved, it amazes me; That such transcendent honour should be put upon such worms as we Are.
cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, pn31 vvz pno11; cst d j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vbr.
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12966
Me thinks we should break out to admiration with Elizabeth, Whence is this to us? Why, is it possible, that God should ever honor dust and ashes thus? Whence is it? Oh, my Beloved,
Me thinks we should break out to admiration with Elizabeth, Whence is this to us? Why, is it possible, that God should ever honour dust and Ashes thus? Whence is it? O, my beloved,
pno11 vvz pns12 vmd vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno12? uh-crq, vbz pn31 j, cst np1 vmd av vvi n1 cc n2 av? q-crq vbz pn31? uh, po11 j-vvn,
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12967
how humble and how thankful should we be? Let us not brag of this honour,
how humble and how thankful should we be? Let us not brag of this honour,
c-crq j cc c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi? vvb pno12 xx vvi pp-f d n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12968
as some do in these times, who never were advanced to it, who say that they are taken in to God,
as Some do in these times, who never were advanced to it, who say that they Are taken in to God,
c-acp d vdb p-acp d n2, r-crq av-x vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq vvb cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp np1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12969
so that they are God himself, and thus they swagger and blaspheme beyond measure. Oh, my Beloved, let it not be so with us;
so that they Are God himself, and thus they swagger and Blaspheme beyond measure. O, my beloved, let it not be so with us;
av cst pns32 vbr np1 px31, cc av pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp n1. uh, po11 j-vvn, vvb pn31 xx vbi av p-acp pno12;
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12970
let us not brag of this honour, but let us tremble to consider what a weight of duty and obedience lies upon us, to walk answerably to it:
let us not brag of this honour, but let us tremble to Consider what a weight of duty and Obedience lies upon us, to walk answerably to it:
vvb pno12 xx vvi pp-f d n1, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12971
and how exactly pure and holy they should be who are in any sense in God, in the Father and the Son.
and how exactly pure and holy they should be who Are in any sense in God, in the Father and the Son.
cc c-crq av-j j cc j pns32 vmd vbi r-crq vbr p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1
(54) part (DIV2)
1682
Page 455
12972
And this conveys me to a third use, which shall be for admonition to every one of us who are advanced to this glorious priviledge, to live and act as men that are in God, in the Father and the Son. There is a suitable expression of the Apostle Paul to this purpose, Col. 2.6. As ye have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him.
And this conveys me to a third use, which shall be for admonition to every one of us who Are advanced to this glorious privilege, to live and act as men that Are in God, in the Father and the Son. There is a suitable expression of the Apostle Paul to this purpose, Col. 2.6. As you have received christ jesus the Lord, so walk in him.
cc d vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd. c-acp pn22 vhb vvn np1 np1 dt n1, av vvb p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12973
As you have taken him by faith, and so are made one with him, As you are in him, so walk in him.
As you have taken him by faith, and so Are made one with him, As you Are in him, so walk in him.
c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp n1, cc av vbr vvn pi p-acp pno31, c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp pno31, av vvb p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12974
Even so say I to you, my brethren, As you are in God, in the Father and the Son, so walk in God;
Even so say I to you, my brothers, As you Are in God, in the Father and the Son, so walk in God;
np1 av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, po11 n2, c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, av vvb p-acp np1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12975
Take such a course in the whole tenour of your conversation, as they should do who are in God:
Take such a course in the Whole tenor of your Conversation, as they should do who Are in God:
vvb d dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po22 n1, c-acp pns32 vmd vdi r-crq vbr p-acp np1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12976
And truly my beloved, that must be a strict, a holy and exact course: As far as it is possible there must be no exorbitancy, no uncleanness in it.
And truly my Beloved, that must be a strict, a holy and exact course: As Far as it is possible there must be no exorbitancy, no uncleanness in it.
cc av-j po11 j-vvn, cst vmb vbi dt j, dt j cc j n1: c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1, dx n1 p-acp pn31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12977
It was the protestation of the Lord to Moses, which he repeats to Aaron, when his Sons were cut off for drawing nigh to God with strange fire, Lev. 10.3. Then Moses said to Aaron, This is that the Lord spake saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me.
It was the protestation of the Lord to Moses, which he repeats to Aaron, when his Sons were Cut off for drawing High to God with strange fire, Lev. 10.3. Then Moses said to Aaron, This is that the Lord spoke saying, I will be sanctified in them that come High me.
pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp j n1, np1 crd. av np1 vvd p-acp np1, d vbz d dt n1 vvd vvg, pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j pno11.
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12978
Ah, my beloved, will God be sanctified in them that are nigh him, and will he not be sanctified in them that are in him? And if they must be holy who are nigh him,
Ah, my Beloved, will God be sanctified in them that Are High him, and will he not be sanctified in them that Are in him? And if they must be holy who Are High him,
uh, po11 j-vvn, vmb np1 vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr av-j pno31, cc vmb pns31 xx vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp pno31? cc cs pns32 vmb vbi j r-crq vbr av-j pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12979
how holy must they be, my brethren, that are in him? in the Father and the Son:
how holy must they be, my brothers, that Are in him? in the Father and the Son:
c-crq j vmb pns32 vbi, po11 n2, cst vbr p-acp pno31? p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12980
How precisely and exactly must they live who live in God?
How precisely and exactly must they live who live in God?
c-crq av-j cc av-j vmb pns32 vvi r-crq vvb p-acp np1?
(54) part (DIV2)
1683
Page 456
12981
And therefore I beseech you, my beloved, who are advanced to this high Prerogative, look narrowly to all your wayes,
And Therefore I beseech you, my Beloved, who Are advanced to this high Prerogative, look narrowly to all your ways,
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, vvb av-j p-acp d po22 n2,
(54) part (DIV2)
1684
Page 456
12982
and keep your selves, as far as it is possible, from every sin; And that upon these three Considerations: For,
and keep your selves, as Far as it is possible, from every since; And that upon these three Considerations: For,
cc vvb po22 n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j, p-acp d n1; cc cst p-acp d crd n2: c-acp,
(54) part (DIV2)
1684
Page 456
12983
1. Your sin is strangely and unutterably heightned by the station that you have in the Father and the Son. It is such an aggravation as I am no wayes able to express.
1. Your since is strangely and unutterably heightened by the station that you have in the Father and the Son. It is such an aggravation as I am no ways able to express.
crd po22 n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pn22 vhb p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp pns11 vbm dx n2 j pc-acp vvi.
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12984
What, my beloved, will you sin in God? shall God have wickedness counted in him, by your means? will you be intemperate, will you be wanton,
What, my Beloved, will you sin in God? shall God have wickedness counted in him, by your means? will you be intemperate, will you be wanton,
q-crq, po11 j-vvn, vmb pn22 vvi p-acp np1? vmb np1 vhb n1 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp po22 n2? vmb pn22 vbi j, vmb pn22 vbb j-jn,
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12985
and lascivious and unclean in any kind? will you be covetous and worldly? will you be unjust in God? you do what lies in you to draw the infinitely pure and holy God into Communion with you in your sin.
and lascivious and unclean in any kind? will you be covetous and worldly? will you be unjust in God? you do what lies in you to draw the infinitely pure and holy God into Communion with you in your since.
cc j cc j p-acp d n1? vmb pn22 vbi j cc j? vmb pn22 vbi j p-acp np1? pn22 vdb r-crq vvz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt av-j j cc j np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12986
Indeed sin cannot be committed by him, but by your means it is committed in him, which is a horrid and amazing thing to think upon.
Indeed since cannot be committed by him, but by your means it is committed in him, which is a horrid and amazing thing to think upon.
np1 n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp p-acp po22 n2 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt j cc j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp.
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12987
You do what lies in you, to defile and pollute the holy God with the impurest and uncleanest thing in all the world, (for so is sin) with that which is most against his nature, which is most odious and abominable to him, which he is no wayes able to endure.
You do what lies in you, to defile and pollute the holy God with the impurest and uncleanest thing in all the world, (for so is since) with that which is most against his nature, which is most odious and abominable to him, which he is no ways able to endure.
pn22 vdb r-crq vvz p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j np1 p-acp dt js cc js n1 p-acp d dt n1, (c-acp av vbz n1) p-acp d r-crq vbz av-ds p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz av-ds j cc j p-acp pno31, r-crq pns31 vbz dx n2 j pc-acp vvi.
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12988
And you are so audacious, that you do not only do it nigh him, and do it by him,
And you Are so audacious, that you do not only do it High him, and do it by him,
cc pn22 vbr av j, cst pn22 vdb xx av-j vdi pn31 av pno31, cc vdb pn31 p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12989
but you do it in him.
but you do it in him.
cc-acp pn22 vdb pn31 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12990
Ah, my beloved, me thinks your hearts should not be strong enough to bear up under that weight of such wikedness as this is,
Ah, my Beloved, me thinks your hearts should not be strong enough to bear up under that weight of such wikedness as this is,
uh, po11 j-vvn, pno11 vvz po22 n2 vmd xx vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp d vbz,
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
12991
but that they should even faint and sink within you.
but that they should even faint and sink within you.
cc-acp cst pns32 vmd av vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22.
(54) part (DIV2)
1685
Page 456
13010
and what they do, because he is at hand to spy their faults, and to observe their provocations.
and what they do, Because he is At hand to spy their Faults, and to observe their provocations.
cc r-crq pns32 vdb, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1688
Page 457
12992
Why my beloved, for those that are without God, and who are far from him (as wicked men are said to be) their sins do not so much concern God, they cannot be so grievous and so vexatious to him.
Why my Beloved, for those that Are without God, and who Are Far from him (as wicked men Are said to be) their Sins do not so much concern God, they cannot be so grievous and so vexatious to him.
q-crq po11 j-vvn, c-acp d cst vbr p-acp np1, cc q-crq vbr av-j p-acp pno31 (c-acp j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi) po32 n2 vdb xx av av-d vvi np1, pns32 vmbx vbi av j cc av j p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1686
Page 456
12993
But to have sin committed in him, this is a most unsufferable provocation; This goes very near him, because it is done so near him.
But to have since committed in him, this is a most unsufferable provocation; This Goes very near him, Because it is done so near him.
p-acp pc-acp vhi n1 vvn p-acp pno31, d vbz dt av-ds j n1; d vvz av av-j pno31, c-acp pn31 vbz vdn av av-j pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1686
Page 456
12994
I beseech you think upon it, and let it have a mighty operation on your hearts;
I beseech you think upon it, and let it have a mighty operation on your hearts;
pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvb pn31 vhb dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1686
Page 456
12995
The sins of other men are committed out of God, but yours are committed in him.
The Sins of other men Are committed out of God, but yours Are committed in him.
dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vbr vvn av pp-f np1, cc-acp png22 vbr vvn p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1686
Page 456
12996
2. As they are committed in him, so in the second place they cannot choose but be observed by him:
2. As they Are committed in him, so in the second place they cannot choose but be observed by him:
crd p-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, av p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
12997
For God takes special notice of them, and their carriage and behaviour who are in him.
For God Takes special notice of them, and their carriage and behaviour who Are in him.
c-acp np1 vvz j n1 pp-f pno32, cc po32 n1 cc n1 r-crq vbr p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
12998
So that they cannot do amiss, they cannot step awry in any thing, but he spies them, he knows their lying doing and rising up, takes notice of their very thoughts, observes them how they go to bed,
So that they cannot do amiss, they cannot step awry in any thing, but he spies them, he knows their lying doing and rising up, Takes notice of their very thoughts, observes them how they go to Bed,
av cst pns32 vmbx vdi av, pns32 vmbx vvi av p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vvz po32 vvg vdg cc vvg a-acp, vvz n1 pp-f po32 j n2, vvz pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
12999
and how they rise, whether they think of him, whether they call on him, or no;
and how they rise, whither they think of him, whither they call on him, or no;
cc c-crq pns32 vvb, cs pns32 vvb pp-f pno31, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, cc av-dx;
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
13000
They are so near him that he cannot choose but mark them.
They Are so near him that he cannot choose but mark them.
pns32 vbr av av-j pno31 cst pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
13001
For others that belong not to him, that are without God and without Christ in the world, he looks not so much after them:
For Others that belong not to him, that Are without God and without christ in the world, he looks not so much After them:
p-acp n2-jn cst vvb xx p-acp pno31, cst vbr p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz xx av av-d c-acp pno32:
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
13002
But for those that are within him, they cannot but be under his immediate care, and special eye: He searcheth out their wayes:
But for those that Are within him, they cannot but be under his immediate care, and special eye: He Searches out their ways:
cc-acp p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno31, pns32 vmbx p-acp vbi p-acp po31 j n1, cc j n1: pns31 vvz av po32 n2:
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
13003
he doth not superficially observe them only, but he searcheth deep into them, he sees their very grounds and ends,
he does not superficially observe them only, but he Searches deep into them, he sees their very grounds and ends,
pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vvz j-jn p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz po32 j n2 cc n2,
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
13004
so that they cannot fail in any thing, no not so much as in a circumstance, but he spies them.
so that they cannot fail in any thing, no not so much as in a circumstance, but he spies them.
av cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1, uh-dx xx av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1687
Page 457
13005
And this me thinks, should make us very circumspect in all our wayes, and infinitely cautious that we sin not.
And this me thinks, should make us very circumspect in all our ways, and infinitely cautious that we sin not.
cc d pno11 vvz, vmd vvi pno12 av j p-acp d po12 n2, cc av-j j cst pns12 vvb xx.
(54) part (DIV2)
1688
Page 457
13006
That of the Prophet is remarkable, Jer. 8 19. Is not the Lord in Sion? is not her King in her? why then have they provoked him to anger? And I may say upon the other side, Is not Sion in the Lord? are not true believers in him, in the Father and the Son? why then have they provoked him to anger? They that are far away from God, perhaps may be the bolder to offend,
That of the Prophet is remarkable, Jer. 8 19. Is not the Lord in Sion? is not her King in her? why then have they provoked him to anger? And I may say upon the other side, Is not Sion in the Lord? Are not true believers in him, in the Father and the Son? why then have they provoked him to anger? They that Are Far away from God, perhaps may be the bolder to offend,
d pp-f dt n1 vbz j, np1 crd crd vbz xx dt n1 p-acp np1? vbz xx po31 n1 p-acp pno31? uh-crq av vhb pns32 vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi? cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz xx np1 p-acp dt n1? vbr xx j n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1? uh-crq av vhb pns32 vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi? pns32 cst vbr av-j av p-acp np1, av vmb vbi dt jc pc-acp vvi,
(54) part (DIV2)
1688
Page 457
13007
because they may conceive (with those in Job ) that he is shut up in the Clouds,
Because they may conceive (with those in Job) that he is shut up in the Clouds,
c-acp pns32 vmb vvi (p-acp d p-acp np1) cst pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2,
(54) part (DIV2)
1688
Page 457
13008
and that he cannot see them at a distance; or if he do, he cannot reach them:
and that he cannot see them At a distance; or if he do, he cannot reach them:
cc cst pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; cc cs pns31 vdb, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32:
(54) part (DIV2)
1688
Page 457
13009
But they that are in God, me thinks should be very circumspect; They should consider with themselves that it concerns them to be wary how they walk,
But they that Are in God, me thinks should be very circumspect; They should Consider with themselves that it concerns them to be wary how they walk,
cc-acp pns32 cst vbr p-acp np1, pno11 vvz vmd vbi av j; pns32 vmd vvi p-acp px32 cst pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi j c-crq pns32 vvb,
(54) part (DIV2)
1688
Page 457
13076
I shall be briefer on the other two.
I shall be briefer on the other two.
pns11 vmb vbi jc p-acp dt j-jn crd.
(54) part (DIV2)
1696
Page 459
13011
3. And as the sins of those that are in God, cannot choose but be observed by reason of their nearness to him,
3. And as the Sins of those that Are in God, cannot choose but be observed by reason of their nearness to him,
crd cc c-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp np1, vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13012
so neither can they choose but be corrected and chastised.
so neither can they choose but be corrected and chastised.
av dx vmb pns32 vvi cc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn.
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13013
The Lord will take a course with them, if they miscarry, and if they misbehave themselves, sooner and quicker then he will with other men.
The Lord will take a course with them, if they miscarry, and if they misbehave themselves, sooner and quicker then he will with other men.
dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvb, cc cs pns32 vvi px32, av-c cc jc cs pns31 vmb p-acp j-jn n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13014
And it concerns him so to do in point of honour;
And it concerns him so to do in point of honour;
cc pn31 vvz pno31 av pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 pp-f n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13015
for their iniquities reflect with more disparagement upon him then the sins of others do, who are further from him.
for their iniquities reflect with more disparagement upon him then the Sins of Others do, who Are further from him.
p-acp po32 n2 vvb p-acp dc n1 p-acp pno31 av dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vdb, r-crq vbr jc p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13016
It would be much for God to suffer sin by him:
It would be much for God to suffer since by him:
pn31 vmd vbi av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13017
but do you think that God will suffer sin in him? That he will let it nestle there without controul,
but do you think that God will suffer since in him? That he will let it nestle there without control,
cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31? cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vvi a-acp p-acp n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13018
as if he liked it, and as if he took delight in it? Would not this be a very great dishonour to him, that God should not reform those that are in him? Assuredly, my brethren,
as if he liked it, and as if he took delight in it? Would not this be a very great dishonour to him, that God should not reform those that Are in him? Assuredly, my brothers,
c-acp cs pns31 vvd pn31, cc c-acp cs pns31 vvd n1 p-acp pn31? vmd xx d vbi dt av j n1 p-acp pno31, cst np1 vmd xx vvi d cst vbr p-acp pno31? av-vvn, po11 n2,
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13019
if God will be sanctified in them that are nigh him, he will be sanctified in them that are in him;
if God will be sanctified in them that Are High him, he will be sanctified in them that Are in him;
cs np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr av-j pno31, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp pno31;
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13020
either one way or the other, in their holy Conversation, or in their visible Correction,
either one Way or the other, in their holy Conversation, or in their visible Correction,
d crd n1 cc dt n-jn, p-acp po32 j n1, cc p-acp po32 j n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13021
as he was in Davids case, that those that are without may not blaspheme, as if he suffred sin and approved it well enough in those that are near to him.
as he was in Davids case, that those that Are without may not Blaspheme, as if he suffered since and approved it well enough in those that Are near to him.
c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp np1 n1, cst d cst vbr p-acp vmb xx vvi, c-acp cs pns31 vvd n1 cc vvn pn31 av av-d p-acp d cst vbr av-j p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13022
No, they shall know, that he mislikes it most of all in them.
No, they shall know, that he mislikes it most of all in them.
uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vvz pn31 av-ds pp-f d p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13023
If he see many aliens to him, doing any wickedness, he may bear with them long perhaps,
If he see many aliens to him, doing any wickedness, he may bear with them long perhaps,
cs pns31 vvb d n2-jn p-acp pno31, vdg d n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-j av,
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13024
for it concerns him not so much to deal against them;
for it concerns him not so much to deal against them;
c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32;
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 457
13025
But if he spy one of his own among them, one of them that is in him, he will single such a one and cull him out from all the rest and say, You are in me,
But if he spy one of his own among them, one of them that is in him, he will single such a one and cull him out from all the rest and say, You Are in me,
cc-acp cs pns31 vvb pi pp-f po31 d p-acp pno32, crd pp-f pno32 cst vbz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvb d dt crd cc vvi pno31 av p-acp d dt n1 cc vvi, pn22 vbr p-acp pno11,
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 458
13026
and in my Son, you are united to me in the neerest bonds;
and in my Son, you Are united to me in the nearest bonds;
cc p-acp po11 n1, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt js n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 458
13027
and what will you do as these vile abominable wretches do? Come, I must order you (though I let the rest alone) I must not suffer you in such courses.
and what will you do as these vile abominable wretches do? Come, I must order you (though I let the rest alone) I must not suffer you in such courses.
cc q-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp d j j n2 vdb? np1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 (cs pns11 vvb dt n1 av-j) pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1689
Page 458
13028
If true believers be in God, in the Father and the Son? Then let them be enheartned hence to use their interest in God on all occasions, in all the streights and exigencies of the Church of God.
If true believers be in God, in the Father and the Son? Then let them be enheartened hence to use their Interest in God on all occasions, in all the straights and exigencies of the Church of God.
cs j n2 vbb p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1? av vvb pno32 vbi vvd av pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13029
You have the priviledges and the advantage to be more then nigh him, to be in him,
You have the privileges and the advantage to be more then High him, to be in him,
pn22 vhb dt n2 cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc cs av-j pno31, pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13030
so that undoubtedly you may have audience with him when you please; and you may very much prevail with him.
so that undoubtedly you may have audience with him when you please; and you may very much prevail with him.
av cst av-j pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31 c-crq pn22 vvb; cc pn22 vmb av av-d vvi p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13031
And therefore see that you improve the opportunity and the advantage that is put into your hands, by being Gods remembrancers in all cases.
And Therefore see that you improve the opportunity and the advantage that is put into your hands, by being God's remembrancers in all cases.
cc av vvb cst pn22 vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2, p-acp vbg n2 n2 p-acp d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13032
If he seem to forget his Church at any time, to be asleep, while she is sinking, do you come to him when you are with him in his privie Chamber,
If he seem to forget his Church At any time, to be asleep, while she is sinking, do you come to him when you Are with him in his privy Chamber,
cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi j, cs pns31 vbz vvg, vdb pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13033
and speak a good word for her.
and speak a good word for her.
cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13034
Mind him of her sad condition, and beseech him earnestly to think upon her and relieve her.
Mind him of her sad condition, and beseech him earnestly to think upon her and relieve her.
n1 pno31 pp-f po31 j n1, cc vvb pno31 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13035
They that are abroad, my brethren, cannot do it; They cannot have access to God, they have no interest in God at all.
They that Are abroad, my brothers, cannot do it; They cannot have access to God, they have no Interest in God At all.
pns32 cst vbr av, po11 n2, vmbx vdi pn31; pns32 vmbx vhi n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13036
But you, my brethren, are not only in with him, but you are in him, so that you have his ear and heart:
But you, my brothers, Are not only in with him, but you Are in him, so that you have his ear and heart:
p-acp pn22, po11 n2, vbr xx av-j p-acp p-acp pno31, cc-acp pn22 vbr p-acp pno31, av cst pn22 vhb po31 n1 cc n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13037
you can prevail exceedingly with God, and therefore see you be not wanting to promote the Churches cause with him.
you can prevail exceedingly with God, and Therefore see you be not wanting to promote the Churches cause with him.
pn22 vmb vvi av-vvg p-acp np1, cc av vvb pn22 vbb xx vvg pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13038
As it is said of Jacob, you have power with God, and therefore you must seek him more in streights, in difficulties,
As it is said of Jacob, you have power with God, and Therefore you must seek him more in straights, in difficulties,
p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pn22 vhb n1 p-acp np1, cc av pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av-dc p-acp n2, p-acp n2,
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13039
and in hard cases, because you can do more with God then others can. Brethren, there are some streights upon us at this time:
and in hard cases, Because you can do more with God then Others can. Brothers, there Are Some straights upon us At this time:
cc p-acp j n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vdi av-dc p-acp np1 cs n2-jn n1. n2, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1690
Page 458
13040
we are involved in difficulties, more then every eye sees. I speak as unto wise men, judge ye what I say.
we Are involved in difficulties, more then every eye sees. I speak as unto wise men, judge you what I say.
pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2, av-dc cs d n1 vvz. pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp j n2, vvb pn22 r-crq pns11 vvb.
(54) part (DIV2)
1691
Page 458
13041
And therefore you that are in God, that are more prevalent with him then others are, be sure that you plead hard before him, night and day in such a time as this is.
And Therefore you that Are in God, that Are more prevalent with him then Others Are, be sure that you plead hard before him, night and day in such a time as this is.
cc av pn22 cst vbr p-acp np1, cst vbr av-dc j p-acp pno31 cs ng2-jn vbr, vbb j cst pn22 vvb av-j p-acp pno31, n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(54) part (DIV2)
1691
Page 458
13042
The businesses that are in agitation now, are of a very great concernment, and therefore see that you improve all the respect and interest you have in God, about them.
The businesses that Are in agitation now, Are of a very great concernment, and Therefore see that you improve all the respect and Interest you have in God, about them.
dt n2 cst vbr p-acp n1 av, vbr pp-f dt j j n1, cc av vvb cst pn22 vvb d dt n1 cc n1 pn22 vhb p-acp np1, p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1691
Page 458
13043
If true believers be in God, you then that are without God, be advised how you wrong them,
If true believers be in God, you then that Are without God, be advised how you wrong them,
cs j n2 vbb p-acp np1, pn22 av d vbr p-acp np1, vbb vvn c-crq pn22 vvb pno32,
(54) part (DIV2)
1692
Page 458
13044
and how you be vexatious to them. Take heed you do not injure and molest them for your lives:
and how you be vexatious to them. Take heed you do not injure and molest them for your lives:
cc c-crq pn22 vbb j p-acp pno32. vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n2:
(54) part (DIV2)
1692
Page 458
13045
And that upon a double ground. For, 1. Being in God, they will have opportunity on all occasions to complain against you.
And that upon a double ground. For, 1. Being in God, they will have opportunity on all occasions to complain against you.
cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1. p-acp, crd vbg p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22.
(54) part (DIV2)
1692
Page 458
13046
Be wary how you wrong these little ones.
Be wary how you wrong these little ones.
vbb j c-crq pn22 vvb d j pi2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13047
For though they be of little reckoning and reputation in the world, and though they be of little power to make defence,
For though they be of little reckoning and reputation in the world, and though they be of little power to make defence,
p-acp cs pns32 vbb pp-f j n-vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc cs pns32 vbb pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13048
or right themselves when they are injured, they are so near to God, that they are in him,
or right themselves when they Are injured, they Are so near to God, that they Are in him,
cc vvi px32 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp np1, cst pns32 vbr p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13049
and they will readily tell him of it.
and they will readily tell him of it.
cc pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno31 pp-f pn31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13050
You that are men of earthly might, do not oppress them by your power, least they cry and God hear:
You that Are men of earthly might, do not oppress them by your power, lest they cry and God hear:
pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f j n1, vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n1, cs pns32 vvb cc n1 vvi:
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13051
And he will very quickly hear them, being in him.
And he will very quickly hear them, being in him.
cc pns31 vmb av av-j vvi pno32, vbg p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13052
You may abuse and injure others with infinitely less danger, for they are far from God, they are a great way of,
You may abuse and injure Others with infinitely less danger, for they Are Far from God, they Are a great Way of,
pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi n2-jn p-acp av-j dc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j p-acp np1, pns32 vbr dt j n1 pp-f,
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13053
and so may cry, yea cry aloud and not be heard: But they that are in God, are certainly within hearing.
and so may cry, yea cry aloud and not be herd: But they that Are in God, Are Certainly within hearing.
cc av vmb vvi, uh vvb av cc xx vbi vvn: cc-acp pns32 cst vbr p-acp np1, vbr av-j p-acp vvg.
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13054
And therefore be advised how you meddle with them, and make them cry so close to God,
And Therefore be advised how you meddle with them, and make them cry so close to God,
cc av vbi vvn c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 vvi av av-j p-acp np1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13055
least the Lord hear and it displease him. 2. Being in God, he will certainly redress them when they make complaint to him.
lest the Lord hear and it displease him. 2. Being in God, he will Certainly redress them when they make complaint to him.
cs dt n1 vvb cc pn31 vvi pno31. crd vbg p-acp np1, pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1693
Page 458
13056
It cannot be but he must be extreamly tender of those who are so near to him.
It cannot be but he must be extremely tender of those who Are so near to him.
pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp pns31 vmb vbi av-jn j pp-f d r-crq vbr av av-j p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13057
What do you think that the Almighty God will suffer men to be abused in him? A wicked wretch may touch another man indeed,
What do you think that the Almighty God will suffer men to be abused in him? A wicked wretch may touch Another man indeed,
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi cst dt j-jn np1 vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31? dt j n1 vmb vvi j-jn n1 av,
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13058
and yet never touch God, because he is without God, there is no union between God and him.
and yet never touch God, Because he is without God, there is no Union between God and him.
cc av av-x vvi np1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 cc pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13059
But whosoever touches him that is in God, must touch God in touching him. And hence saith the Lord himself, Zac. 2.8. He that toucheth you, toucheth the apple of mine eye.
But whosoever touches him that is in God, must touch God in touching him. And hence Says the Lord himself, Zac. 2.8. He that touches you, touches the apple of mine eye.
p-acp r-crq vvz pno31 cst vbz p-acp np1, vmb vvi np1 p-acp vvg pno31. cc av vvz dt n1 px31, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13060
In touching you, he toucheth me, and that in the most tender place, the very apple of mine eye.
In touching you, he touches me, and that in the most tender place, the very apple of mine eye.
p-acp vvg pn22, pns31 vvz pno11, cc cst p-acp dt av-ds j n1, dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13061
And do you think that God will ever suffer such audacious boldness as this is? That he will quietly sit still,
And do you think that God will ever suffer such audacious boldness as this is? That he will quietly fit still,
cc vdb pn22 vvi cst np1 vmb av vvi d j n1 c-acp d vbz? cst pns31 vmb av-jn vvi av,
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13062
and let ungodly wretches thrust their fingers into his eyes, and pluck the very apples of his eyes out of his head? Take this and take all.
and let ungodly wretches thrust their fingers into his eyes, and pluck the very Apples of his eyes out of his head? Take this and take all.
cc vvb j n2 vvd po32 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f po31 n2 av pp-f po31 n1? vvb d cc vvi d.
(54) part (DIV2)
1694
Page 459
13063
If true believers be in God, you then that are out of God, endeavour to keep in with them.
If true believers be in God, you then that Are out of God, endeavour to keep in with them.
cs j n2 vbb p-acp np1, pn22 av d vbr av pp-f np1, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13064
In any case make them your friends, and keep them so, and do not fall at any difference or odds with them;
In any case make them your Friends, and keep them so, and do not fallen At any difference or odds with them;
p-acp d n1 vvi pno32 po22 n2, cc vvi pno32 av, cc vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 cc n2 p-acp pno32;
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13065
You know not what you lose, when you lose their love and their friendship. A friend in place (they say) is worth something.
You know not what you loose, when you loose their love and their friendship. A friend in place (they say) is worth something.
pn22 vvb xx r-crq pn22 vvb, c-crq pn22 vvb po32 n1 cc po32 n1. dt n1 p-acp n1 (pns32 vvb) vbz j pi.
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13066
And certainly they are in place, that are in God, the best place that can be.
And Certainly they Are in place, that Are in God, the best place that can be.
cc av-j pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cst vbr p-acp np1, dt js n1 cst vmb vbi.
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13067
And therefore it is good for those that are without, and live abroad, to have some friends in this place;
And Therefore it is good for those that Are without, and live abroad, to have Some Friends in this place;
cc av pn31 vbz j p-acp d cst vbr p-acp, cc vvi av, pc-acp vhi d n2 p-acp d n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13068
you may fare the better for them, and they may do you a good turn, and a good office there, when time serves.
you may fare the better for them, and they may do you a good turn, and a good office there, when time serves.
pn22 vmb vvi dt jc p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vmb vdi pn22 dt j n1, cc dt j n1 a-acp, c-crq n1 vvz.
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13069
Wicked men have had advantage oftentimes by the friendship of believers;
Wicked men have had advantage oftentimes by the friendship of believers;
j n2 vhb vhn n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13070
Moses did a good turn for Pharaoh more then once, when he knew not what to do,Moses did a good turn for Pharaoh more then once, when he knew not what to do,
np1 vdd dt j n1 p-acp np1 av-dc cs a-acp, c-crq pns31 vvd xx r-crq pc-acp vdi,
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13071
and when he could not help himself. Alas, poor miserable man, he was an alien, he lived without God in the world:
and when he could not help himself. Alas, poor miserable man, he was an alien, he lived without God in the world:
cc c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi px31. np1, j j n1, pns31 vbds dt n-jn, pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13072
and therefore sends for Moses still (who was in God) to speak a word for him:
and Therefore sends for Moses still (who was in God) to speak a word for him:
cc av vvz p-acp np1 av (r-crq vbds p-acp np1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13073
and he was ready to sollicite hard in his behalf, and divers times prevailed for mercy, till in the end his heart was hardned to his utter ruine.
and he was ready to solicit hard in his behalf, and diverse times prevailed for mercy, till in the end his heart was hardened to his utter ruin.
cc pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc j n2 vvn p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13074
And therefore if you love your selves, make much of such friends as these are.
And Therefore if you love your selves, make much of such Friends as these Are.
cc av cs pn22 vvb po22 n2, vvb d pp-f d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(54) part (DIV2)
1695
Page 459
13075
And thus far of the application of the first branch of the Explication of the point.
And thus Far of the application of the First branch of the Explication of the point.
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1696
Page 459
13077
Is it the will of Jesus Christ, that true believers should be one in God, in the Father and himself by dear affection?
Is it the will of jesus christ, that true believers should be one in God, in the Father and himself by dear affection?
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst j n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc px31 p-acp j-jn n1?
(54) part (DIV2)
1697
Page 459
13078
You then that are believers, let your hearts be knit to God and Jesus Christ, by this indissoluble bond;
You then that Are believers, let your hearts be knit to God and jesus christ, by this indissoluble bound;
pn22 av d vbr n2, vvb po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp np1 cc np1 np1, p-acp d j n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13079
Let love make you all one.
Let love make you all one.
vvb n1 vvi pn22 d pi.
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13080
And as the Father and the Son are one among themselves, so be you one in them by love.
And as the Father and the Son Are one among themselves, so be you one in them by love.
cc c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr crd p-acp px32, av vbb pn22 crd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13081
Let your affections to them be so high, as to unite you to the Father and the Son. And even as dear affection joyns you to your fellow-Saints that you are knit in love (as the Apostle Pauls expression is) so let it joyn you much more to the Father, and the Son;
Let your affections to them be so high, as to unite you to the Father and the Son. And even as dear affection joins you to your fellow-Saints that you Are knit in love (as the Apostle Paul's expression is) so let it join you much more to the Father, and the Son;
vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno32 vbi av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 cc av c-acp j-jn n1 vvz pn22 p-acp po22 n2 cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1 (c-acp dt n1 npg1 n1 vbz) av vvb pn31 vvi pn22 d av-dc p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13082
for they are infinitely more to be beloved.
for they Are infinitely more to be Beloved.
c-acp pns32 vbr av-j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13083
Oh let your hearts no longer live in creature comforts, and in creature satisfactions (which do so often fail you and deceive you) but let them live in God, by inexpressable and choice love;
O let your hearts no longer live in creature comforts, and in creature satisfactions (which do so often fail you and deceive you) but let them live in God, by inexpressable and choice love;
uh vvb po22 n2 av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp n1 n2, cc p-acp n1 n2 (r-crq vdb av av vvi pn22 cc vvb pn22) cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi p-acp np1, p-acp j-u cc j n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13084
There live, and there rest, and there dwell, and there nestle, as it were in the bosome of the Father and the Son.
There live, and there rest, and there dwell, and there nestle, as it were in the bosom of the Father and the Son.
pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1
(54) part (DIV2)
1698
Page 459
13085
Mark that expression of the Apostle, John 1.4.16. God is love and he that dwelleth in Love, dewelleth in God, and God in him. God is love essentially:
Mark that expression of the Apostle, John 1.4.16. God is love and he that dwells in Love, dewelleth in God, and God in him. God is love essentially:
vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vbz n1 cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31. np1 vbz n1 av-j:
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 459
13086
for whatsoever is attributed to God, is God.
for whatsoever is attributed to God, is God.
c-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1, vbz np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13087
And he is the Original and fountain of the love that is Communicated to the Creature.
And he is the Original and fountain of the love that is Communicated to the Creature.
cc pns31 vbz dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13088
All the Love with which we love him, or the Creature regularly, comes from him:
All the Love with which we love him, or the Creature regularly, comes from him:
av-d dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno31, cc dt n1 av-j, vvz p-acp pno31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13089
It is a ray of the divinity, a beam of God, a part of the divine nature.
It is a ray of the divinity, a beam of God, a part of the divine nature.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13090
And seeing God is love in the sence before expressed, essentially, originally, it follows thence, as the Apostle John infers, that he that dwells in love, must dwell in God.
And seeing God is love in the sense before expressed, essentially, originally, it follows thence, as the Apostle John infers, that he that dwells in love, must dwell in God.
np1 vvg np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn, av-j, av-j, pn31 vvz av, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, cst pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13091
He that dwells, that is, continues and abides in love, to fellow Saints and fellow-members, dwels in God: But he that dwells in love to God himself, dwells in God much more.He that dwells, that is, continues and abides in love, to fellow Saints and Fellow members, dwells in God: But he that dwells in love to God himself, dwells in God much more.
pns31 cst vvz, cst vbz, vvz cc vvz p-acp n1, p-acp n1 n2 cc n2, vvz p-acp np1: cc-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1 px31, vvz p-acp np1 av-d av-dc.
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13092
And therefore I beseech you, let your hearts set up their rest in love to God and Jesus Christ;
And Therefore I beseech you, let your hearts Set up their rest in love to God and jesus christ;
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, vvb po22 n2 vvn a-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 np1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13093
there let them fix and dwell; let not your love be scattered up and down among the creatures as it is,
there let them fix and dwell; let not your love be scattered up and down among the creatures as it is,
pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi; vvb xx po22 n1 vbi vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n2 c-acp pn31 vbz,
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13094
but let it be united all in God: and let it joyn and unite you all to God:
but let it be united all in God: and let it join and unite you all to God:
cc-acp vvb pn31 vbi vvn d p-acp np1: cc vvb pn31 vvi cc vvi pn22 d p-acp np1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13095
that nothing in the world may ever separate you, or divide you from him. Brethren, you may be the losers by Love of other things, or other friends;
that nothing in the world may ever separate you, or divide you from him. Brothers, you may be the losers by Love of other things, or other Friends;
cst pix p-acp dt n1 vmb av vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp pno31. n2, pn22 vmb vbi dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc j-jn n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1699
Page 460
13096
For after your affections and your hearts are set upon them, they may forsake you, and be unfaithfull and unkind to you.
For After your affections and your hearts Are Set upon them, they may forsake you, and be unfaithful and unkind to you.
c-acp p-acp po22 n2 cc po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi pn22, cc vbi j cc j p-acp pn22.
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13097
And besides, you must bestow some pains, and travail and expence on those who are indeed beloved by you.
And beside, you must bestow Some pains, and travail and expense on those who Are indeed Beloved by you.
cc a-acp, pn22 vmb vvi d n2, cc vvi cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp pn22.
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13098
Or else it is but a dissembling, feigned love; for love where it is sound and real, is very bountiful and very active.
Or Else it is but a dissembling, feigned love; for love where it is found and real, is very bountiful and very active.
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg, j-vvn n1; p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vbz j cc j, vbz av j cc j j.
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13099
And hence it is, my brethren, that there is so little true affection in the world.
And hence it is, my brothers, that there is so little true affection in the world.
cc av pn31 vbz, po11 n2, cst pc-acp vbz av j j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13100
The love of men is for the greater part, in complement, in shew and in appearance only:
The love of men is for the greater part, in compliment, in show and in appearance only:
dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 av-j:
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13101
they will do nothing, they will part with nothing for those whom they are pleased to call their friends,
they will do nothing, they will part with nothing for those whom they Are pleased to call their Friends,
pns32 vmb vdi pix, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pix p-acp d r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2,
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13102
as they must do if they love in deed and truth.
as they must do if they love in deed and truth.
c-acp pns32 vmb vdi cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1700
Page 460
13103
But now in loving God, my brethren, (though I acknowledge you must part with all for him) yet you shall be no losers by it.
But now in loving God, my brothers, (though I acknowledge you must part with all for him) yet you shall be no losers by it.
p-acp av p-acp j-vvg np1, po11 n2, (cs pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp pno31) av pn22 vmb vbi dx n2 p-acp pn31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1701
Page 460
13104
Though you forgo your friends, your houses, and estates, and all for him, you shall have him instead of all;
Though you forgo your Friends, your houses, and estates, and all for him, you shall have him instead of all;
cs pn22 vvb po22 n2, po22 n2, cc n2, cc d p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vhi pno31 av pp-f d;
(54) part (DIV2)
1701
Page 460
13105
Yea, you shall not have him only, but you shall be in him by this means.
Yea, you shall not have him only, but you shall be in him by this means.
uh, pn22 vmb xx vhi pno31 av-j, cc-acp pn22 vmb vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1701
Page 460
13106
And therefore, I beseech you my beloved, grow up into this uniting grace in these divided and distracted times, which will not only make you one among your selves, but one in God.
And Therefore, I beseech you my Beloved, grow up into this uniting grace in these divided and distracted times, which will not only make you one among your selves, but one in God.
cc av, pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvb a-acp p-acp d n-vvg n1 p-acp d vvn cc j-vvn n2, r-crq vmb xx av-j vvi pn22 crd p-acp po22 n2, cc-acp pi p-acp np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1702
Page 460
13107
But you will ask me how may this be done? I will give you some directions.
But you will ask me how may this be done? I will give you Some directions.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 c-crq vmb d vbi vdn? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1702
Page 460
13108
1. Let prayer struggle for it at the throne of grace.
1. Let prayer struggle for it At the throne of grace.
crd vvb n1 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13109
It cannot choose but be a pleasing lovely suit indeed to be importunate with God to make us love him,
It cannot choose but be a pleasing lovely suit indeed to be importunate with God to make us love him,
pn31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi dt j-vvg j n1 av pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13110
and to draw up our hearts to him.
and to draw up our hearts to him.
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13111
A man would think that such a sweet request as this, should not be turned off with a denial.
A man would think that such a sweet request as this, should not be turned off with a denial.
dt n1 vmd vvi cst d dt j n1 p-acp d, vmd xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13112
Its true that prayer is the great Catholicon and universal means in all cases.
Its true that prayer is the great Catholicon and universal means in all cases.
po31 j cst n1 vbz dt j np1 cc j n2 p-acp d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13113
But yet it is expedient in a special manner to the attainment and enlargement of this grace of love, which is a special gift of the spirit It is the great work of the spirit of God to make us love God,
But yet it is expedient in a special manner to the attainment and enlargement of this grace of love, which is a special gift of the Spirit It is the great work of the Spirit of God to make us love God,
p-acp av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi np1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13114
and to endear our hearts to him.
and to endear our hearts to him.
cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13115
I know that Hope and Patience, &c. are graces of the Spirit, but Love is a prime grace.
I know that Hope and Patience, etc. Are graces of the Spirit, but Love is a prime grace.
pns11 vvb d n1 cc n1, av vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp n1 vbz dt j-jn n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13116
It is a grace of the first magnitude, and therefore placed first by the Apostle in that Catalogue of his, Gal. 5.22. The Love of God is shed abroad into our hearts, saith the Apostle, Rom. 5.5. how so? by the Holy Ghost that he hath given us.
It is a grace of the First magnitude, and Therefore placed First by the Apostle in that Catalogue of his, Gal. 5.22. The Love of God is shed abroad into our hearts, Says the Apostle, Rom. 5.5. how so? by the Holy Ghost that he hath given us.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cc av vvd ord p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av p-acp po12 n2, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. uh-crq av? p-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 460
13117
And in another place he tells the Saints, Ye are taught of God; saith he, to love one another, 1 Thes. 4.1. None in the world can teach you this but God only.
And in Another place he tells the Saints, You Are taught of God; Says he, to love one Another, 1 Thebes 4.1. None in the world can teach you this but God only.
cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz dt n2, pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1; vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, vvn np1 crd. pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 d p-acp np1 av-j.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 461
13118
And if none but he can teach us to love our brethren whom we see,
And if none but he can teach us to love our brothers whom we see,
cc cs pix cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 ro-crq pns12 vvb,
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 461
13119
then much more none but he can teach us to love him whom we do not see,
then much more none but he can teach us to love him whom we do not see,
av av-d av-dc pix cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31 ro-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi,
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 461
13120
and therefore let us earnestly beseech him to help us to take forth this Lesson.
and Therefore let us earnestly beseech him to help us to take forth this lesson.
cc av vvb pno12 av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi av d n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1703
Page 461
13121
2. Let us endeavour to grow up in the knowledge of the Lord, and as we know him better, we shall love him more.
2. Let us endeavour to grow up in the knowledge of the Lord, and as we know him better, we shall love him more.
crd vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 av-jc, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av-dc.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13122
That which one affirms of Learning, may be well applied to God, Non habet inimicum nisi ignorantem.
That which one affirms of Learning, may be well applied to God, Non habet Inimicum nisi ignorantem.
d r-crq crd vvz pp-f n1, vmb vbi av vvn p-acp np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13123
He hath such matchless excellency and beauty in him, that he that knows him, cannot choose but love him.
He hath such matchless excellency and beauty in him, that he that knows him, cannot choose but love him.
pns31 vhz d j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 cst vvz pno31, vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13124
Indeed while we are unacquainted with him, the admirable worth and lustre that is in him, doth not take a whit upon us.
Indeed while we Are unacquainted with him, the admirable worth and lustre that is in him, does not take a whit upon us.
np1 cs pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31, dt j n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13125
The Philosopher will tell us, that the judgement must be first of all convinced of the worth and value of a thing,
The Philosopher will tell us, that the judgement must be First of all convinced of the worth and valve of a thing,
dt n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n1 vmb vbi ord pp-f d vvd pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13126
before the heart will close with it, and the affections cleave to it.
before the heart will close with it, and the affections cleave to it.
p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc dt n2 vvb p-acp pn31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13127
Nec enim potes aut amare quem nescias, aut habere quem non amaveris, Thou canst not love him thou knowest not,Nec enim potes Or amare Whom Nescias, Or habere Whom non amaveris, Thou Canst not love him thou Knowest not,
fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno31 pns21 vv2 xx,
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13128
nor have him whom thou lovest not.
nor have him whom thou Lovest not.
ccx vhb pno31 r-crq pns21 vv2 xx.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13129
And hence it is that wicked and ungodly men love not God or Christ at all,
And hence it is that wicked and ungodly men love not God or christ At all,
cc av pn31 vbz cst j cc j n2 vvb xx np1 cc np1 p-acp d,
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13130
because they know him not at all;
Because they know him not At all;
c-acp pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d;
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13131
Or if they know him any way, it is not under such a notion as makes him beautifull and lovely to them.
Or if they know him any Way, it is not under such a notion as makes him beautiful and lovely to them.
cc cs pns32 vvb pno31 d n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz pno31 j cc j p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13132
Perhaps they know him as a Judge, or an Avenger, not as a Father, and a Saviour.
Perhaps they know him as a Judge, or an Avenger, not as a Father, and a Saviour.
av pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13133
And this is indeed the cause why the triumphant Saints in heaven love him more then the Saints militant on earth,
And this is indeed the cause why the triumphant Saints in heaven love him more then the Saints militant on earth,
cc d vbz av dt n1 c-crq dt j n2 p-acp n1 vvb pno31 av-dc cs dt n2 j p-acp n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13134
because they have a fuller, clearer and distincter knowledge of him. We see him darkly in a glass, but they see him face to face.
Because they have a fuller, clearer and distincter knowledge of him. We see him darkly in a glass, but they see him face to face.
c-acp pns32 vhb dt jc, jc cc jc n1 pp-f pno31. pns12 vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno31 n1 p-acp n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13135
And this is the reason also why we love not God so much on earth, as we shall do in heaven, viz. because we know him not so well here,
And this is the reason also why we love not God so much on earth, as we shall do in heaven, viz. Because we know him not so well Here,
cc d vbz dt n1 av c-crq pns12 vvb xx np1 av av-d p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vdi p-acp n1, n1 c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 xx av av av,
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13136
as we shall do in that place. So that our love to God you see, is answerable to our knowledge of him:
as we shall do in that place. So that our love to God you see, is answerable to our knowledge of him:
c-acp pns12 vmb vdi p-acp d n1. av cst po12 n1 p-acp np1 pn22 vvb, vbz j p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13137
as we know him more, or less, so we love him more, or less.
as we know him more, or less, so we love him more, or less.
c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 av-dc, cc av-dc, av pns12 vvb pno31 av-dc, cc av-dc.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13138
And therefore if we do desire indeed to love him more, let us strive to know him more.
And Therefore if we do desire indeed to love him more, let us strive to know him more.
cc av cs pns12 vdb vvi av pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc.
(54) part (DIV2)
1704
Page 461
13139
3. Another means to grow up in the love of God, is to have daily more communion and intimacy with him.
3. another means to grow up in the love of God, is to have daily more communion and intimacy with him.
crd j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vhi av-j av-dc n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1705
Page 461
13140
And this, as I conceive it, is a means distinct from that which goes before:
And this, as I conceive it, is a means distinct from that which Goes before:
cc d, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, vbz dt n2 j p-acp d r-crq vvz a-acp:
(54) part (DIV2)
1705
Page 461
13141
For it is one thing to know him, and another to have communion, and to be familiar with him.
For it is one thing to know him, and Another to have communion, and to be familiar with him.
c-acp pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc j-jn pc-acp vhi n1, cc pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1705
Page 461
13183
Yea, he expecteth that we should return him love for love, for he loves to be beloved.
Yea, he Expects that we should return him love for love, for he loves to be Beloved.
uh, pns31 vvz cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn.
(54) part (DIV2)
1711
Page 463
13142
We know abundance with whom we have no intimacy in the world. No, we know them too well perhaps to be familiar with them.
We know abundance with whom we have no intimacy in the world. No, we know them too well perhaps to be familiar with them.
pns12 vvb n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1. uh-dx, pns12 vvb pno32 av av av pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1705
Page 461
13143
So we may have a speculative knowledge of the Father, and the Son, and yet may have no intimate acquaintance with them.
So we may have a speculative knowledge of the Father, and the Son, and yet may have no intimate acquaintance with them.
av pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, cc av vmb vhi dx j n1 p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1705
Page 461
13144
And this is very necessary to encrease love.
And this is very necessary to increase love.
cc d vbz av j pc-acp vvi n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1706
Page 461
13145
To kindle and enflame affection (as the Philosopher observeth) there must be Convictus & crebra conversatio. They must dine and supp together, they must walk and talk together.
To kindle and inflame affection (as the Philosopher observeth) there must be Convicted & Crebra Conversation. They must dine and supp together, they must walk and talk together.
p-acp vvi cc vvi n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pc-acp vmb vbi np1 cc n1 fw-la. pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi av, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi av.
(54) part (DIV2)
1706
Page 461
13146
And wheresoever there is strangeness, there can be no great love.
And wheresoever there is strangeness, there can be no great love.
cc c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1706
Page 461
13147
And therefore if we would abound in the love of God and Christ, let us have more communion with them.
And Therefore if we would abound in the love of God and christ, let us have more communion with them.
cc av cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, vvb pno12 vhi dc n1 p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1706
Page 461
13148
Beloved if we be not wanting to our selves, we may be very much with God.
beloved if we be not wanting to our selves, we may be very much with God.
np1 cs pns12 vbb xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi av av-d p-acp np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1707
Page 461
13149
We may speak with him often in a day:
We may speak with him often in a day:
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av p-acp dt n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1707
Page 461
13150
we may talk with him face to face in our addresses to his holy Majesty, we may give him many visits;
we may talk with him face to face in our Addresses to his holy Majesty, we may give him many visits;
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 d n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1707
Page 462
13151
he doth not interdict us, but invite us to come and sup with him, and be acquainted with him throughly once;
he does not interdict us, but invite us to come and sup with him, and be acquainted with him thoroughly once;
pns31 vdz xx vvi pno12, cc-acp vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av-j a-acp;
(54) part (DIV2)
1707
Page 462
13152
he is so pretious and so sweet a friend, that we shall love him out of all measure.
he is so precious and so sweet a friend, that we shall love him out of all measure.
pns31 vbz av j cc av j dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av pp-f d n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1707
Page 462
13153
4. Endeavour to the utmost of your power, to dispossess your hearts of the unlawful love of worldly things;
4. Endeavour to the utmost of your power, to dispossess your hearts of the unlawful love of worldly things;
crd n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1708
Page 462
13154
for this is incompatible & inconsistent with the love of God.
for this is incompatible & inconsistent with the love of God.
p-acp d vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1708
Page 462
13155
If any man, saith the Apostle, love the world, the love of the Father is not in him, 1 Joh. 1.15. Let him be what he will (my Brethren) if he love the world, he loves not God:If any man, Says the Apostle, love the world, the love of the Father is not in him, 1 John 1.15. Let him be what he will (my Brothers) if he love the world, he loves not God:
cs d n1, vvz dt n1, vvb dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno31, vvn np1 crd. vvb pno31 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb (po11 n2) cs pns31 vvb dt n1, pns31 vvz xx np1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1708
Page 462
13156
And therefore ler not any covetous and wretched worldling make shew of having any love to God;
And Therefore ler not any covetous and wretched worldling make show of having any love to God;
cc av vvb xx d j cc j n1 vvi n1 pp-f vhg d n1 p-acp np1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1708
Page 462
13157
For certainly it is not in him. The friendship of the world, saith the Apostle James 4.4. is emnity with God. And therefore if we would be friends of God, we must dissolve this friendship with the world.
For Certainly it is not in him. The friendship of the world, Says the Apostle James 4.4. is Enmity with God. And Therefore if we would be Friends of God, we must dissolve this friendship with the world.
c-acp av-j pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno31. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 np1 crd. vbz n1 p-acp np1. cc av cs pns12 vmd vbi n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1708
Page 462
13158
Inordinate, irregular, unlawful love of worldly things, must be expelled: And as this love is cast out, the love of God will come in.
Inordinate, irregular, unlawful love of worldly things, must be expelled: And as this love is cast out, the love of God will come in.
j, j, j n1 pp-f j n2, vmb vbi vvd: cc c-acp d n1 vbz vvn av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp.
(54) part (DIV2)
1708
Page 462
13159
5. Be often in the company and fellowship of those that love God;
5. Be often in the company and fellowship of those that love God;
crd vbb av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst n1 np1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13160
Converse with those who are most endeared to him, and they will be continually speaking of him,
Converse with those who Are most endeared to him, and they will be continually speaking of him,
vvb p-acp d r-crq vbr av-ds vvn p-acp pno31, cc pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvg pp-f pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13161
and seting forth his excellency, beauty, love, and so will kindle and enflame your hearts towards him.
and setting forth his excellency, beauty, love, and so will kindle and inflame your hearts towards him.
cc vvg av po31 n1, n1, n1, cc av vmb vvi cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13162
They who are full of sweet affections to the Lord, if you be much among them, will work you to the same temper:
They who Are full of sweet affections to the Lord, if you be much among them, will work you to the same temper:
pns32 r-crq vbr j pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pn22 vbb av-d p-acp pno32, vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13206
and not endeavour to make his crooked like your own.
and not endeavour to make his crooked like your own.
cc xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 j vvb po22 d.
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13163
You may observe it in Cant. 5.10. and the following verses, that when those daughters of Jerusalem who at first despised Christ,
You may observe it in Cant 5.10. and the following Verses, that when those daughters of Jerusalem who At First despised christ,
pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1 crd. cc dt j-vvg n2, cst c-crq d n2 pp-f np1 r-crq p-acp ord vvn np1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13164
and wondred why the Church his Spouse should praise him so, and make such a stir about him,
and wondered why the Church his Spouse should praise him so, and make such a stir about him,
cc vvd c-crq dt n1 po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 av, cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13165
yet when they had a while conversed with the Church, and heard her speak of Christ with such affection, admiring and extolling him above the skies, they also fall in love with him,
yet when they had a while conversed with the Church, and herd her speak of christ with such affection, admiring and extolling him above the skies, they also fallen in love with him,
av c-crq pns32 vhd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31 vvi pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, vvg cc vvg pno31 p-acp dt n2, pns32 av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13166
and they will go together with the Church to seek him out;
and they will go together with the Church to seek him out;
cc pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av;
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13167
Whither is Beloved gone? say they, O thou fairest among women, whither is thy Beloved turned aside, that we may seek him with thee? And thus you see, my Brethren, frequent intercourse and holy conference with those that love God, is one effectual means to fill and to enflame our hearts with love to him.Whither is beloved gone? say they, Oh thou Fairest among women, whither is thy beloved turned aside, that we may seek him with thee? And thus you see, my Brothers, frequent intercourse and holy conference with those that love God, is one effectual means to fill and to inflame our hearts with love to him.
c-crq vbz vvn vvn? vvb pns32, uh pns21 js p-acp n2, q-crq vbz po21 np1 vvd av, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pno21? cc av pn22 vvb, po11 n2, j n1 cc j n1 p-acp d cst n1 np1, vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1709
Page 462
13168
6. Labour to comprehend with all the Saints, the greatness of the love of God to you,
6. Labour to comprehend with all the Saints, the greatness of the love of God to you,
crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22,
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13169
and to assure it to your own souls.
and to assure it to your own Souls.
cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13170
It is not all the beauty and the excellency in the world, that will allure us to the 〈 ◊ 〉 love one that we imagine doth not love us:
It is not all the beauty and the excellency in the world, that will allure us to the 〈 ◊ 〉 love one that we imagine does not love us:
pn31 vbz xx d dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 vvb pi cst pns12 vvb vdz xx vvi pno12:
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13171
But if we see and be assured of the love of God to us, this will kindle love to him,
But if we see and be assured of the love of God to us, this will kindle love to him,
cc-acp cs pns12 vvb cc vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, d vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31,
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13172
and make our hearts to melt towards him:
and make our hearts to melt towards him:
cc vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13173
When we consider with our selves what kindness he hath shewed to us, what he hath done for us, what matchless and unfathomed love he hath discovered to us, this will raise our affections high to him again,
When we Consider with our selves what kindness he hath showed to us, what he hath done for us, what matchless and unfathomed love he hath discovered to us, this will raise our affections high to him again,
c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 r-crq n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno12, r-crq j cc j n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, d vmb vvi po12 n2 j p-acp pno31 av,
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13174
and make us even sick of love: And therefore I beseech you strive to be more and more assured of this;
and make us even sick of love: And Therefore I beseech you strive to be more and more assured of this;
cc vvb pno12 av j pp-f n1: cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc cc av-dc vvn pp-f d;
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13175
for at this flame you must kindle your fire.
for At this flame you must kindle your fire.
c-acp p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13176
Here you must fetch your little spark of love (whereof the Saints are capable in this life) from the love of God to you:
Here you must fetch your little spark of love (whereof the Saints Are capable in this life) from the love of God to you:
av pn22 vmb vvi po22 j n1 pp-f n1 (c-crq dt n2 vbr j p-acp d n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22:
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13177
which being kindled in your hearts, it will never leave aspiring, and flying higher and higher still, till it have joyned it self unto that infinite and endless flame from whence it issued and proceeded.
which being kindled in your hearts, it will never leave aspiring, and flying higher and higher still, till it have joined it self unto that infinite and endless flame from whence it issued and proceeded.
r-crq vbg vvn p-acp po22 n2, pn31 vmb av-x vvi vvg, cc vvg av-jc cc jc av, c-acp pn31 vhb vvn pn31 n1 p-acp d j cc j n1 p-acp c-crq pn31 vvd cc vvn.
(54) part (DIV2)
1710
Page 462
13178
And indeed, as Bernard very well observes, we cannot answer God or Christ so well in any thing as love.
And indeed, as Bernard very well observes, we cannot answer God or christ so well in any thing as love.
cc av, c-acp np1 av av vvz, pns12 vmbx vvi np1 cc np1 av av p-acp d n1 p-acp n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1711
Page 463
13179
To say the truth, we must not answer him in other things.
To say the truth, we must not answer him in other things.
p-acp vvi dt n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1711
Page 463
13180
If he be angry, or displeased with us, we ought not be angry or displeased with him again.
If he be angry, or displeased with us, we ought not be angry or displeased with him again.
cs pns31 vbb j, cc vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd xx vbi j cc vvn p-acp pno31 av.
(54) part (DIV2)
1711
Page 463
13181
If he condemn and censure us, we ought not to condemn and censure him again; If he chide us, we ought not to chide him again.
If he condemn and censure us, we ought not to condemn and censure him again; If he chide us, we ought not to chide him again.
cs pns31 vvb cc vvb pno12, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 av; cs pns31 vvb pno12, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pno31 av.
(54) part (DIV2)
1711
Page 463
13182
But if he love us, we may, we must love him again;
But if he love us, we may, we must love him again;
p-acp cs pns31 vvb pno12, pns12 vmb, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av;
(54) part (DIV2)
1711
Page 463
13184
Is it the will of Jesus Christ, that true believers should be one in God, in the Father and the Son, by sweet agreement and consent? Then I beseech you, my Beloved, comply with Jesus Christ in this particular;
Is it the will of jesus christ, that true believers should be one in God, in the Father and the Son, by sweet agreement and consent? Then I beseech you, my beloved, comply with jesus christ in this particular;
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cst j n2 vmd vbi pi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1? cs pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvi p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d j;
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13185
As God and Jesus Christ agree in every thing, so do you agree with them.
As God and jesus christ agree in every thing, so do you agree with them.
c-acp np1 cc np1 np1 vvi p-acp d n1, av vdb pn22 vvi p-acp pno32.
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13186
Bring your mind to the mind of God, and to the will of God, that you may be of one mind, and one will:
Bring your mind to the mind of God, and to the will of God, that you may be of one mind, and one will:
vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vmb vbi pp-f crd n1, cc crd n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13187
Have you no judgement of your own, as different from Gods, but judge of things as God doth:
Have you no judgement of your own, as different from God's, but judge of things as God does:
vhb pn22 dx n1 pp-f po22 d, c-acp j p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb pp-f n2 p-acp np1 vdz:
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13188
Let his wisdom be your wisdom; his reason, your reason; and his determination, your determination:
Let his Wisdom be your Wisdom; his reason, your reason; and his determination, your determination:
vvb po31 n1 vbi po22 n1; po31 n1, po22 n1; cc po31 n1, po22 n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13189
Have you no wills of your own, my Brethren, but let the will of God be your will, let it rule and order you:
Have you no wills of your own, my Brothers, but let the will of God be your will, let it Rule and order you:
vhb pn22 dx n2 pp-f po22 d, po11 n2, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb po22 vmb, vvb pn31 vvi cc vvi pn22:
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13190
Let your will be so melted and resolved into the will of God, that as far as it is possible, God and you may have but one will;
Let your will be so melted and resolved into the will of God, that as Far as it is possible, God and you may have but one will;
vvb po22 vmb vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j, np1 cc pn22 vmb vhi cc-acp crd n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13191
That he may never cross you, and you may never cross him: Consent to him in every thing; if he say any thing; true, Lord; if he do any thing; good, Lord;
That he may never cross you, and you may never cross him: Consent to him in every thing; if he say any thing; true, Lord; if he do any thing; good, Lord;
cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi pn22, cc pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno31: vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1; cs pns31 vvb d n1; j, n1; cs pns31 vdb d n1; j, n1;
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13192
Yea, though it be against you in your ends, and in your natural desires;
Yea, though it be against you in your ends, and in your natural Desires;
uh, cs pn31 vbb p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 j n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13193
yet say as Hezekiah to the Prophet, when he received a heavy threatning, Good is the word of the Lord which he hath spoken.
yet say as Hezekiah to the Prophet, when he received a heavy threatening, Good is the word of the Lord which he hath spoken.
av vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n-vvg, j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn.
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13194
Take heed there be no difference between God and you in any thing; let not him say one thing, and you another;
Take heed there be no difference between God and you in any thing; let not him say one thing, and you Another;
vvb n1 pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp np1 cc pn22 p-acp d n1; vvb xx pno31 vvi crd n1, cc pn22 j-jn;
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13195
will one thing, and you another:
will one thing, and you Another:
vmb crd n1, cc pn22 j-jn:
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13196
But say you as God says, and will you as God wills, that so you may be swallowed up in God,
But say you as God Says, and will you as God wills, that so you may be swallowed up in God,
cc-acp vvb pn22 p-acp np1 vvz, cc vmb pn22 p-acp np1 vvz, cst av pn22 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13197
and that you may be one in him: And to this end I propound three things.
and that you may be one in him: And to this end I propound three things.
cc cst pn22 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno31: cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvi crd n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1712
Page 463
13198
1. If God and you agree not every way in all respects, you are out, and not he:
1. If God and you agree not every Way in all respects, you Are out, and not he:
crd cs np1 cc pn22 vvb xx d n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vbr av, cc xx pns31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13199
And therefore it is best in all things to conform your minds and wills to his:
And Therefore it is best in all things to conform your minds and wills to his:
cc av pn31 vbz js p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 cc vvz p-acp png31:
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13200
His mind and his will is always right; and yours if they dissent, are always crooked and oblique;
His mind and his will is always right; and yours if they dissent, Are always crooked and oblique;
png31 n1 cc po31 n1 vbz av j-jn; cc png22 cs pns32 vvb, vbr av j cc j;
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13201
and therefore it is best to bring your mindes and wills to his, and not to think to bring his to your own.
and Therefore it is best to bring your minds and wills to his, and not to think to bring his to your own.
cc av pn31 vbz js pc-acp vvi po22 n2 cc vvz p-acp png31, cc xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi png31 p-acp po22 d.
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13202
The Malon when he tries the wall that he hath builded, by his rule, and findes them not to suit together, he doth not go and cut the rule and bring it to the wall,
The Malon when he tries the wall that he hath built, by his Rule, and finds them not to suit together, he does not go and Cut the Rule and bring it to the wall,
dt np1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn, p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 xx pc-acp vvi av, pns31 vdz xx vvi cc vvi dt n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1,
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13203
but he goes and mends the wall, till he have brought it to the rule.
but he Goes and mends the wall, till he have brought it to the Rule.
cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13204
So if your minds and wills do not agree with God's, the fault is not in his, but yours;
So if your minds and wills do not agree with God's, the fault is not in his, but yours;
av cs po22 n2 cc n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp npg1, dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po31, cc-acp png22;
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13205
and therefore you must bend your minds and wills till you have brought them straight like his;
and Therefore you must bend your minds and wills till you have brought them straight like his;
cc av pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 cc n2 c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno32 av av-j png31;
(54) part (DIV2)
1713
Page 463
13207
2. If God and you agree not every way, as you are irregular, so you are undutiful.
2. If God and you agree not every Way, as you Are irregular, so you Are undutiful.
crd cs np1 cc pn22 vvb xx d n1, c-acp pn22 vbr j, av pn22 vbr j.
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 463
13208
You are his servants, and you are his creatures, and therefore ought in all things to be ruled by him.
You Are his Servants, and you Are his creatures, and Therefore ought in all things to be ruled by him.
pn22 vbr po31 n2, cc pn22 vbr po31 n2, cc av vmd p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 463
13209
The Masters will must be the servants will, in lawful things;
The Masters will must be the Servants will, in lawful things;
dt n2 vmb vmb vbi dt n2 vmb, p-acp j n2;
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 463
13210
and therefore in the Civil Law the servant is accounted in the Master, and not as a distinct person:
and Therefore in the Civil Law the servant is accounted in the Master, and not as a distinct person:
cc av p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc xx p-acp dt j n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 463
13211
And much more the Creators will must be the creatures will. He gives it being, both the beginning and continuance of it;
And much more the Creators will must be the creatures will. He gives it being, both the beginning and Continuance of it;
cc d av-dc dt n2 vmb vmb vbi dt n2 vmb. pns31 vvz pn31 vbg, av-d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31;
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 463
13212
and he that gives being, may give Law to regulate the motions and the operations of the being that he gives,
and he that gives being, may give Law to regulate the motions and the operations of the being that he gives,
cc pns31 cst vvz n1, vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vvz,
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 464
13213
and may not be contested with in any particular.
and may not be contested with in any particular.
cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d j.
(54) part (DIV2)
1714
Page 464
13214
3. If we agree not all in God, our agreement and accord among our selves is worth nothing:
3. If we agree not all in God, our agreement and accord among our selves is worth nothing:
crd cs pns12 vvb xx d p-acp np1, po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 vbz j pix:
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13215
So far it is to be approved, as it doth unite in God. Then it is good and right indeed;
So Far it is to be approved, as it does unite in God. Then it is good and right indeed;
av av-j pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pn31 vdz vvi p-acp np1. cs pn31 vbz j cc av-jn av;
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13216
when as the Father and the Son agree together, so we agree with both of them in the very same things.
when as the Father and the Son agree together, so we agree with both of them in the very same things.
c-crq c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb av, av pns12 vvb p-acp d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt av d n2.
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13217
If we be of one mind and heart, in things wherein the Father and the Son are not of one mind with us, it were better we did differ then unite;
If we be of one mind and heart, in things wherein the Father and the Son Are not of one mind with us, it were better we did differ then unite;
cs pns12 vbb pp-f crd n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr xx pp-f crd n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vbdr jc pns12 vdd vvi av vvi;
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13218
for we unite not in a right center.
for we unite not in a right centre.
c-acp pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt j-jn n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13219
But if as we be one among our selves, so we be one in the Father and the Son, this is indeed a blessed union:
But if as we be one among our selves, so we be one in the Father and the Son, this is indeed a blessed Union:
p-acp cs c-acp pns12 vbb pi p-acp po12 n2, av pns12 vbb pi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, d vbz av dt j-vvn n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13220
If Brethren so dwell together in unity, that all of them do dwell together in this one God, this is a happy and a heavenly conjunction:
If Brothers so dwell together in unity, that all of them do dwell together in this one God, this is a happy and a heavenly conjunction:
cs n2 av vvi av p-acp n1, cst d pp-f pno32 vdb vvi av p-acp d crd np1, d vbz dt j cc dt j n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13221
And therefore I beseech you, my Beloved, let us look to this, that as we all agree,
And Therefore I beseech you, my beloved, let us look to this, that as we all agree,
cc av pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d, cst c-acp pns12 d vvb,
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13222
so we all agree in God and Jesus Christ.
so we all agree in God and jesus christ.
av pns12 d vvb p-acp np1 cc np1 np1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13223
Let us examin still whether our consent in any thing do meet and unite with theirs:
Let us examine still whither our consent in any thing do meet and unite with theirs:
vvb pno12 vvi av cs po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vdb vvi cc vvi p-acp png32:
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13224
Let us see what their mind and will is, and let us all accord in that together;
Let us see what their mind and will is, and let us all accord in that together;
vvb pno12 vvi r-crq po32 n1 cc n1 vbz, cc vvb pno12 d n1 p-acp cst av;
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13225
For though we be not one against another, if God be against us all, it is a very sad case.
For though we be not one against Another, if God be against us all, it is a very sad case.
c-acp cs pns12 vbb xx pi p-acp n-jn, cs np1 vbb p-acp pno12 d, pn31 vbz dt av j n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13226
The Apostle John makes mention of love in the truth, 2 Joh. 15. Love in error is not to be accounted of, but to be avoided rather;
The Apostle John makes mention of love in the truth, 2 John 15. Love in error is not to be accounted of, but to be avoided rather;
dt n1 np1 vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd n1 p-acp n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn av-c;
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13227
but love in truth is very pretious;
but love in truth is very precious;
cc-acp vvb p-acp n1 vbz av j;
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13228
consent in error is not to be rejoyced in, but consent in truth, my Brethren, is a comfortable thing:
consent in error is not to be rejoiced in, but consent in truth, my Brothers, is a comfortable thing:
vvb p-acp n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cc-acp n1 p-acp n1, po11 n2, vbz dt j n1:
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13229
For this is consent in God, who is so often called Truth in Scripture.
For this is consent in God, who is so often called Truth in Scripture.
c-acp d vbz n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av av vvn n1 p-acp n1.
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13230
And if we so agree, and so consent, we may depend upon it, we have Gods agreement and consent with us;
And if we so agree, and so consent, we may depend upon it, we have God's agreement and consent with us;
cc cs pns12 av vvi, cc av n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pns12 vhb n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12;
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13231
and therefore let this be our great care, that Jesus Christ may have his will in this business, according to his prayer in my Text, That they may be one as thou Father art in me,
and Therefore let this be our great care, that jesus christ may have his will in this business, according to his prayer in my Text, That they may be one as thou Father art in me,
cc av vvb d vbb po12 j n1, cst np1 np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11,
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13232
and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. and I in thee, that they also may be one in us.
cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12.
(54) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13233
JOHN 17.21. That the world may believe that thou hast sent me.JOHN 17.21. That the world may believe that thou hast sent me.
np1 crd. cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(55) part (DIV2)
1715
Page 464
13234
VVE are upon the matter of our Saviours Prayer, for them who should believe in him by his Apostles word.
WE Are upon the matter of our Saviors Prayer, for them who should believe in him by his Apostles word.
pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, p-acp pno32 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2 n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1717
Page 464
13235
And there are two main things, as I have noted formerly, that he desires in their behalf:
And there Are two main things, as I have noted formerly, that he Desires in their behalf:
cc pc-acp vbr crd j n2, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j, cst pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1:
(55) part (DIV2)
1717
Page 464
13236
First that they might be all one; Then that they might be all in one place.
First that they might be all one; Then that they might be all in one place.
ord cst pns32 vmd vbi d crd; av cst pns32 vmd vbi d p-acp crd n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1717
Page 464
13237
The first of these requests of his he propounds and prosecutes;
The First of these requests of his he propounds and prosecutes;
dt ord pp-f d n2 pp-f po31 pns31 vvz cc vvz;
(55) part (DIV2)
1717
Page 464
13238
propounds it in the verse which we have even now insisted on, That they all may be one, &c. And then he prosecutes it with divers arguments and reasons, in this and the succeeding verses.
propounds it in the verse which we have even now insisted on, That they all may be one, etc. And then he prosecutes it with diverse Arguments and Reasons, in this and the succeeding Verses.
vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av av vvd a-acp, cst pns32 d vmb vbi pi, av cc av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp j n2 cc n2, p-acp d cc dt j-vvg n2.
(55) part (DIV2)
1717
Page 464
13239
Whereof the first is taken from the furtherance, that this neer unity of theirs would be, to the acceptance of our Saviour in the world;
Whereof the First is taken from the furtherance, that this near unity of theirs would be, to the acceptance of our Saviour in the world;
c-crq dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d av-j n1 pp-f png32 vmd vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1;
(55) part (DIV2)
1718
Page 464
13240
That the world may believe that thou hast sent me: That the world may believe that thou hast sent me:
cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11:
(55) part (DIV2)
1718
Page 464
13241
That they may all be one, as, &c. Why so? That the world may believe, &c.That they may all be one, as, etc. Why so? That the world may believe, etc.
cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi, c-acp, av q-crq av? cst dt n1 vmb vvi, av
(55) part (DIV2)
1718
Page 464
13242
For Explication of the terms, the difficulty lies especially in this, viz. what sort of people our Saviour Christ intendeth by the world here;
For Explication of the terms, the difficulty lies especially in this, viz. what sort of people our Saviour christ intends by the world Here;
p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp d, n1 r-crq n1 pp-f n1 po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av;
(55) part (DIV2)
1719
Page 464
13243
For to say truth, the world is taken divers ways; I think more differently then any other phrase almost in Scripture:
For to say truth, the world is taken diverse ways; I think more differently then any other phrase almost in Scripture:
c-acp pc-acp vvi n1, dt n1 vbz vvn j n2; pns11 vvb av-dc av-j cs d j-jn n1 av p-acp n1:
(55) part (DIV2)
1719
Page 464
13244
Sometimes we find it used for elect and sanctified, and sometimes for reprobate and unsanctified persons:
Sometime we find it used for elect and sanctified, and sometime for Reprobate and unsanctified Persons:
av pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp vvi cc j-vvn, cc av p-acp n-jn cc j n2:
(55) part (DIV2)
1719
Page 465
13245
Sometimes we find it taken for believers, and sometimes for unbelievers, as I could give you instances of both these. And when for unbelievers;
Sometime we find it taken for believers, and sometime for unbelievers, as I could give you instances of both these. And when for unbelievers;
av pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp n2, cc av p-acp n2, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 n2 pp-f d d. cc c-crq p-acp n2;
(55) part (DIV2)
1719
Page 465
13246
sometimes for those who believe not for the present, but shall believe in after times; sometimes for those who neither do believe nor shall believe.
sometime for those who believe not for the present, but shall believe in After times; sometime for those who neither do believe nor shall believe.
av p-acp d r-crq vvb xx p-acp dt j, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp p-acp n2; av p-acp d r-crq d vdb vvi ccx vmb vvi.
(55) part (DIV2)
1719
Page 465
13247
Now all the question is, which of these three sorts of people our Saviour Christ denoteth by the world in this place.
Now all the question is, which of these three sorts of people our Saviour christ denoteth by the world in this place.
av d dt n1 vbz, r-crq pp-f d crd n2 pp-f n1 po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1719
Page 465
13248
There is no colour to conceive that the world should here be taken for believers, for such as did then believe when Christ spake these words;
There is no colour to conceive that the world should Here be taken for believers, for such as did then believe when christ spoke these words;
pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp n2, p-acp d c-acp vdd av vvi c-crq np1 vvd d n2;
(55) part (DIV2)
1720
Page 465
13249
the very next word that he adds doth evidently cross and dash that; That the world may believe that thou hast sent me:
the very next word that he adds does evidently cross and dash that; That the world may believe that thou hast sent me:
dt av ord n1 cst pns31 vvz vdz av-j vvi cc vvi d; cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11:
(55) part (DIV2)
1720
Page 465
13250
So then the world in this place apparently importeth unbelievers. But whether such as beleived not for the present, but should believe in after times:
So then the world in this place apparently imports unbelievers. But whither such as believed not for the present, but should believe in After times:
av av dt n1 p-acp d n1 av-j vvz n2. p-acp cs d c-acp vvd xx p-acp dt j, cc-acp vmd vvi p-acp p-acp n2:
(55) part (DIV2)
1720
Page 465
13251
Or such as neither did believe, nor should believe:
Or such as neither did believe, nor should believe:
cc d c-acp d vdd vvi, ccx vmd vvi:
(55) part (DIV2)
1720
Page 465
13252
Whether elected unbelievers, or reprobated unbelievers, will need a little briefly to be enquired and resolved.
Whither elected unbelievers, or reprobated unbelievers, will need a little briefly to be inquired and resolved.
cs vvn n2, cc j n2, vmb vvi dt j av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn.
(55) part (DIV2)
1720
Page 465
13253
Some of no small authority conceive, that by the world is meant elected unbelievers;
some of no small Authority conceive, that by the world is meant elected unbelievers;
d pp-f dx j n1 vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn vvn n2;
(55) part (DIV2)
1721
Page 465
13254
such as did not then believe, but should believe in after times (conceive it with a saving and a justifying faith) and that the rather for Christs Disciples unity among themselves.
such as did not then believe, but should believe in After times (conceive it with a Saving and a justifying faith) and that the rather for Christ Disciples unity among themselves.
d c-acp vdd xx av vvi, cc-acp vmd vvi p-acp p-acp n2 (vvb pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg cc dt vvg n1) cc cst dt av-c p-acp npg1 n2 n1 p-acp px32.
(55) part (DIV2)
1721
Page 465
13255
And hence he prays, That they may all be one as thou Father, &c. that the world may believe that thou sent me.
And hence he prays, That they may all be one as thou Father, etc. that the world may believe that thou sent me.
cc av pns31 vvz, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi p-acp pns21 n1, av cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vvn pno11.
(55) part (DIV2)
1721
Page 465
13256
But if our Saviour had intended justifying faith in these words, in probability he would have said, that the world may believe in me.
But if our Saviour had intended justifying faith in these words, in probability he would have said, that the world may believe in me.
cc-acp cs po12 n1 vhd vvn vvg n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11.
(55) part (DIV2)
1721
Page 465
13257
They are but poor believers that come no further then barely to assent to this, that Jesus Christ is sent of God the Father; a reprobate may do this.
They Are but poor believers that come no further then barely to assent to this, that jesus christ is sent of God the Father; a Reprobate may do this.
pns32 vbr p-acp j n2 cst vvb dx av-jc av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst np1 np1 vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt n1; dt n-jn vmb vdi d.
(55) part (DIV2)
1721
Page 465
13258
Besides (which carries me exceedingly) me thinks the world is here apparently opposed to such as did believe,
Beside (which carries me exceedingly) me thinks the world is Here apparently opposed to such as did believe,
p-acp (r-crq vvz pno11 av-vvg) pno11 vvz dt n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp d c-acp vdd vvi,
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13259
and should believe with a justifying faith. Our Saviour mentions it as opposite to both these.
and should believe with a justifying faith. Our Saviour mentions it as opposite to both these.
cc vmd vvi p-acp dt vvg n1. po12 n1 n2 pn31 p-acp j-jn p-acp d d.
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13260
In the first place you know, he prays for such as did believe, when he made this prayer;
In the First place you know, he prays for such as did believe, when he made this prayer;
p-acp dt ord n1 pn22 vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp d c-acp vdd vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd d n1;
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13261
and then for such as should believe in after times:
and then for such as should believe in After times:
cc av p-acp d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp p-acp n2:
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13262
Neither pray I for these only, but for them also that shall believe on me, that they may all be one, &c. That the world, who neither do believe,Neither pray I for these only, but for them also that shall believe on me, that they may all be one, etc. That the world, who neither do believe,
av-d vvb pns11 p-acp d av-j, cc-acp p-acp pno32 av cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi, av cst dt n1, r-crq d vdb vvi,
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13263
nor shall believe with a justifying faith, may yet by this means be so far convinced,
nor shall believe with a justifying faith, may yet by this means be so Far convinced,
ccx vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n1, vmb av p-acp d n2 vbb av av-j vvn,
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13264
as historically to assent to this, That thou hast sent me, q. d.
as historically to assent to this, That thou hast sent me, q. worser.
c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vvd. sy.
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13265
This is that which I desire, that they who shall in after times believe by my Apostles word, may by their unity so far convince and work upon the world that never shall believe,
This is that which I desire, that they who shall in After times believe by my Apostles word, may by their unity so Far convince and work upon the world that never shall believe,
d vbz d r-crq pns11 vvb, cst pns32 r-crq vmb p-acp p-acp n2 vvb p-acp po11 n2 n1, vmb p-acp po32 n1 av av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cst av-x vmb vvi,
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13266
as that they may be brought to this at least, to acknowledge that thou hast sent me:
as that they may be brought to this At least, to acknowledge that thou hast sent me:
c-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp ds, pc-acp vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11:
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13267
For so believing here is nothing else but knowing or acknowledging:
For so believing Here is nothing Else but knowing or acknowledging:
c-acp av vvg av vbz pix av cc-acp vvg cc vvg:
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13268
and therefore in the 23. verse that word is used, I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one, that the world may know that thou hast sent me.
and Therefore in the 23. verse that word is used, I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one, that the world may know that thou hast sent me.
cc av p-acp dt crd n1 cst n1 vbz vvn, pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pi, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13269
You see the meaning of the words. The point to be observed is this:
You see the meaning of the words. The point to be observed is this:
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2. dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d:
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 465
13270
DOCTRINE. The unity of Christs Disciples is one especial means to cause the world to have the better thoughts and apprehensions of their Master.DOCTRINE. The unity of Christ Disciples is one especial means to cause the world to have the better thoughts and apprehensions of their Master.
n1. dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 vbb pi j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt jc n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1722
Page 466
13271
Though this will not convert the world, and bring them to be true believers, yet this will very much convince the world,
Though this will not convert the world, and bring them to be true believers, yet this will very much convince the world,
cs d vmb xx vvi dt n1, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j n2, av d vmb av av-d vvi dt n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13272
and make them look with a better eye on Christ, and on the Doctrine of the Gospel,
and make them look with a better eye on christ, and on the Doctrine of the Gospel,
cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13274
And hence is this Petition of our Saviour here, that they may all be one, &c. that so the world (although it be an enemy to me) yet seeing the consent and love,
And hence is this Petition of our Saviour Here, that they may all be one, etc. that so the world (although it be an enemy to me) yet seeing the consent and love,
cc av vbz d vvb pp-f po12 n1 av, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi, av cst av dt n1 (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 p-acp pno11) av vvg dt n1 cc n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13275
and unity of my Disciples, of them that own me and profess me, may be even forced to acknowledge and confess that I am sent of God, that my Doctrine is of God,
and unity of my Disciples, of them that own me and profess me, may be even forced to acknowledge and confess that I am sent of God, that my Doctrine is of God,
cc n1 pp-f po11 n2, pp-f pno32 cst vvd pno11 cc vvb pno11, vmb vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi cst pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1, cst po11 n1 vbz pp-f np1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13276
and that I am not (as the world is apt to think) a seducer and impostor, q.d. If my Disciples be not one among themselves,
and that I am not (as the world is apt to think) a seducer and impostor, Q.d If my Disciples be not one among themselves,
cc cst pns11 vbm xx (c-acp dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi) dt n1 cc n1, n1 cs po11 n2 vbb xx pi p-acp px32,
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13277
if they be rent asunder by a spirit of division, the world will never yield that I came forth from thee, who art the God of love and peace;
if they be rend asunder by a Spirit of division, the world will never yield that I Come forth from thee, who art the God of love and peace;
cs pns32 vbb vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21, q-crq vb2r dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1;
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13278
That thou hast sent me down to be a Mediator and a Peace-maker, to make up all the breaches and the differences between thee and thy people.
That thou hast sent me down to be a Mediator and a Peacemaker, to make up all the Breaches and the differences between thee and thy people.
cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 a-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc dt n2 p-acp pno21 cc po21 n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13279
They will look strangely upon me, and they will never be perswaded to acknowledge that I am come on such an Errand as this is.
They will look strangely upon me, and they will never be persuaded to acknowledge that I am come on such an Errand as this is.
pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno11, cc pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vbm vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz.
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13280
And therefore I beseech thee, Father, that I may be entertained under the notion of a Mediator,
And Therefore I beseech thee, Father, that I may be entertained under the notion of a Mediator,
cc av pns11 vvb pno21, n1, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13281
and that I may be looked upon as sent by thee; do thou take care that my Disciples be at unity among themselves.
and that I may be looked upon as sent by thee; do thou take care that my Disciples be At unity among themselves.
cc cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp c-acp vvn p-acp pno21; vdb pns21 vvi n1 cst po11 n2 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp px32.
(55) part (DIV2)
1723
Page 466
13282
Now here I shall a little more distinctly shew you, that the unity of Christs Disciples in Doctrine and Opinion,
Now Here I shall a little more distinctly show you, that the unity of Christ Disciples in Doctrine and Opinion,
av av pns11 vmb dt av-j av-dc av-j vvi pn22, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1724
Page 466
13283
and in Affection and in Conversation, is one especial means to cause the world to have the better thoughts of Christ himself.
and in Affection and in Conversation, is one especial means to cause the world to have the better thoughts of christ himself.
cc p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt jc n2 pp-f np1 px31.
(55) part (DIV2)
1724
Page 466
13284
The unity of Christs Disciples in Doctrine and Opinion is one especial means, &c. If they maintain and hold the same things,
The unity of Christ Disciples in Doctrine and Opinion is one especial means, etc. If they maintain and hold the same things,
dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz pi j n2, av cs pns32 vvb cc vvi dt d n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13285
if they teach the same things, they will the sooner gain the approbation and assent of those that are without;
if they teach the same things, they will the sooner gain the approbation and assent of those that Are without;
cs pns32 vvb dt d n2, pns32 vmb dt av-c vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp;
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13286
But if they wrangle and contend, this will make them more averse from Jesus Christ & from the Gospel.
But if they wrangle and contend, this will make them more averse from jesus christ & from the Gospel.
cc-acp cs pns32 vvb cc vvi, d vmb vvi pno32 av-dc j p-acp np1 np1 cc p-acp dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13287
And truly no one thing almost hath kept men more aloof from Christ, and the Doctrine of Salvation, in and by & through him,
And truly not one thing almost hath kept men more aloof from christ, and the Doctrine of Salvation, in and by & through him,
cc av-j xx crd n1 av vhz vvn n2 av-dc av p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp cc p-acp cc p-acp pno31,
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13288
then the perpetual, hot and endless controversies and Disputes that have been among the Teachers of the Gospel.
then the perpetual, hight and endless controversies and Disputes that have been among the Teachers of the Gospel.
cs dt j, j cc j n2 cc vvz cst vhb vbn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13289
Nay, if they be not able to agree among themselves, say they that are without, even let them all alone, we will carry till they do.
Nay, if they be not able to agree among themselves, say they that Are without, even let them all alone, we will carry till they do.
uh-x, cs pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, vvb pns32 cst vbr p-acp, av vvb pno32 d av-j, pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vdb.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13290
And therefore the Apostles still were very circumspect to manifest agreement and consent among themselves in that which they delivered to the people,
And Therefore the Apostles still were very circumspect to manifest agreement and consent among themselves in that which they Delivered to the people,
cc av dt n2 av vbdr av j pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp px32 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13291
because they knew of how great consequence it was to further the success & efficacy of their Doctrine.
Because they knew of how great consequence it was to further the success & efficacy of their Doctrine.
c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp c-crq j n1 pn31 vbds p-acp jc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13308
And this is one great cause of it, there is so little unity among Christians. Nothing but disputes and quarrels, and contests among them everywhere;
And this is one great cause of it, there is so little unity among Christians. Nothing but disputes and quarrels, and contests among them everywhere;
cc d vbz pi j n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbz av j n1 p-acp np1. pix p-acp vvz cc n2, cc vvz p-acp pno32 av;
(55) part (DIV2)
1727
Page 467
13292
It is observable that Paul joyns one or two together with himself in his Epistle, sometimes Sylvanus, sometimes Sylvanus and Timotheus, who were not inspired men (as it is probably conceived) and so could not add a whit to the divine authority of his Epistle:
It is observable that Paul joins one or two together with himself in his Epistle, sometime Sylvanus, sometime Sylvanus and Timothy, who were not inspired men (as it is probably conceived) and so could not add a whit to the divine Authority of his Epistle:
pn31 vbz j cst np1 vvz crd cc crd av p-acp px31 p-acp po31 n1, av np1, av np1 cc np1, r-crq vbdr xx vvn n2 (c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn) cc av vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 466
13293
But yet he shews how they accorded all together, for the better satisfaction of the people.
But yet he shows how they accorded all together, for the better satisfaction of the people.
cc-acp av pns31 vvz c-crq pns32 vvn d av, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 467
13294
So the Apostles and the Elders and the Brethren go joyntly all together in the Resolutions of the Synod at Jerusalem, Acts 15.23. that their decrees might find the readier entertainment among those to whom they sent them.
So the Apostles and the Elders and the Brothers go jointly all together in the Resolutions of the Synod At Jerusalem, Acts 15.23. that their decrees might find the Readier entertainment among those to whom they sent them.
np1 dt n2 cc dt n2-jn cc dt n2 vvb av-j d av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, n2 crd. d po32 n2 vmd vvi dt jc n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd pno32.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 467
13295
And though it be a certain and confessed truth that the agreement and consent of teachers,
And though it be a certain and confessed truth that the agreement and consent of Teachers,
cc cs pn31 vbb dt j cc j-vvn n1 cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 467
13296
neither doth, nor can work saving faith in any (The word it self, my brethren,
neither does, nor can work Saving faith in any (The word it self, my brothers,
av-dx vdz, ccx vmb vvi vvg n1 p-acp d (dt n1 pn31 n1, po11 n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 467
13297
as it is the Object, so it is the instrumentall cause of faith:) yet it may prepare the heart and work it up to better thoughts and apprehensions both of Christ and of the Gospel.
as it is the Object, so it is the instrumental cause of faith:) yet it may prepare the heart and work it up to better thoughts and apprehensions both of christ and of the Gospel.
c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1:) av pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp jc n2 cc n2 d pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1725
Page 467
13298
The unity of Christs Disciples in affection and in conversation is one especial means, &c. If they live in unity and love and sweet accord together, they that are Aliens to religion, strangers to Jesus Christ and to his Gospel, will think the better of them for their sakes.
The unity of Christ Disciples in affection and in Conversation is one especial means, etc. If they live in unity and love and sweet accord together, they that Are Aliens to Religion, Strangers to jesus christ and to his Gospel, will think the better of them for their sakes.
dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 vbz pi j n2, av cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 cc j n1 av, pns32 cst vbr n2-jn p-acp n1, n2 p-acp np1 np1 cc p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi dt jc pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n2.
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13299
But if they be continually brawling and opposing one another, this keeps others off from Christ.
But if they be continually brawling and opposing one Another, this keeps Others off from christ.
p-acp cs pns32 vbb av-j vvg cc vvg pi j-jn, d vvz n2-jn p-acp p-acp np1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13300
If he be owned and followed by none but by a company of wrangling, quarrelsome contentious people, they will never close with him.
If he be owned and followed by none but by a company of wrangling, quarrelsome contentious people, they will never close with him.
cs pns31 vbb j-vvn cc vvd p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, j j n1, pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno31.
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13301
So that you see my brethren, it exceedingly concerns the honour of our Saviour Jesus Christ and of the Gospel, that they that appertain to him, avoid dissentions with their brethren,
So that you see my brothers, it exceedingly concerns the honour of our Saviour jesus christ and of the Gospel, that they that appertain to him, avoid dissensions with their brothers,
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, pn31 av-vvg vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1 cc pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31, vvb n2 p-acp po32 n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13302
for they reflect with very great disparagement on him and it. And therefore the Apostle is so sharp with the Corinthians, because they shewed their malice,
for they reflect with very great disparagement on him and it. And Therefore the Apostle is so sharp with the Corinthians, Because they showed their malice,
c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp av j n1 p-acp pno31 cc pn31. cc av dt n1 vbz av j p-acp dt np1, c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13303
and had their suits and controvesies each with other before unbelievers, 1 Cor. 6.1. By which it seems they set them off the further, both from Christ and from the Gospel.
and had their suits and controversies each with other before unbelievers, 1 Cor. 6.1. By which it seems they Set them off the further, both from christ and from the Gospel.
cc vhd po32 n2 cc n2 d p-acp j-jn c-acp n2, crd np1 crd. p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz pns32 vvd pno32 a-acp dt jc, av-d p-acp np1 cc p-acp dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13304
This shall suffice for the cleering of the Observation; proceed we to the application.
This shall suffice for the clearing of the Observation; proceed we to the application.
d vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1726
Page 467
13305
Now, is it so my brethren, that the unity of Christs Disciples is one especial means to cause the world to have the better thoughts, &c. Here then we see the reason, my beloved,
Now, is it so my brothers, that the unity of Christ Disciples is one especial means to cause the world to have the better thoughts, etc. Here then we see the reason, my Beloved,
av, vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 vbb pi j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt jc n2, av av av pns12 vvb dt n1, po11 j-vvn,
(55) part (DIV2)
1727
Page 467
13306
why Jesus Christ, and religion, and the Gospel, are so despised and undervalued and neglected, why they are so ill thought of in these times.
why jesus christ, and Religion, and the Gospel, Are so despised and undervalved and neglected, why they Are so ill Thought of in these times.
c-crq np1 np1, cc n1, cc dt n1, vbr av vvn cc vvn cc vvn, c-crq pns32 vbr av j-jn n1 pp-f p-acp d n2.
(55) part (DIV2)
1727
Page 467
13307
As certainly Christ and the Gospel had never less esteem and credit in the world, then they have in these dayes;
As Certainly christ and the Gospel had never less esteem and credit in the world, then they have in these days;
p-acp av-j np1 cc dt n1 vhd av-x dc n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vhb p-acp d n2;
(55) part (DIV2)
1727
Page 467
13309
whither we look upon the Teachers or the Professors of Jesus Christ and of the Gospel.
whither we look upon the Teachers or the Professors of jesus christ and of the Gospel.
c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 cc pp-f dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1727
Page 467
13310
If we look upon the Teachers, how strangely do they differ each from other everywhere! how do they cross and thwart with one another, as if there were many Christs,
If we look upon the Teachers, how strangely do they differ each from other everywhere! how do they cross and thwart with one Another, as if there were many Christ,
cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2, c-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvi d p-acp n-jn av! q-crq vdb pns32 vvi cc vvi p-acp crd j-jn, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d npg1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13311
and many Faiths, and many Gospels, and more wayes then one to heaven!
and many Faiths, and many Gospels, and more ways then one to heaven!
cc d n2, cc d ng1, cc av-dc n2 cs pi p-acp n1!
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13312
In the Apostles times it was Paul and Silvanus and Timotheus, they did harmoniously agree together.
In the Apostles times it was Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, they did harmoniously agree together.
p-acp dt n2 n2 pn31 vbds np1 cc np1 cc np1, pns32 vdd av-j vvi av.
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13313
But now Paul is of one mind, and one way, and Timotheus of a second, and Silvanus of a third;
But now Paul is of one mind, and one Way, and Timothy of a second, and Silvanus of a third;
p-acp av np1 vbz pp-f crd n1, cc crd n1, cc npg1 pp-f dt ord, cc np1 pp-f dt ord;
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13314
So that the people are distracted, and in the end regard neither.
So that the people Are distracted, and in the end regard neither.
av cst dt n1 vbr vvn, cc p-acp dt n1 vvb av-dx.
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13315
They that are yet without, and to seek of their religion, know not what to pitch upon,
They that Are yet without, and to seek of their Religion, know not what to pitch upon,
pns32 cst vbr av p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 n1, vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp,
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13316
but are the more estranged from Jesus Christ and from the Gospel. If the Trumpet give an uncertain sound, now here and now there:
but Are the more estranged from jesus christ and from the Gospel. If the Trumpet give an uncertain found, now Here and now there:
cc-acp vbr dt av-dc vvn p-acp np1 np1 cc p-acp dt n1. cs dt n1 vvb dt j n1, av av cc av a-acp:
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13317
now this way, and now that:
now this Way, and now that:
av d n1, cc av cst:
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 467
13318
how shall the confused people gather themselves into a body, and come to be at one among themselves? If this Pulpit sound with one thing, another with that which is directly contrary to it;
how shall the confused people gather themselves into a body, and come to be At one among themselves? If this Pulpit found with one thing, Another with that which is directly contrary to it;
c-crq vmb dt j-vvn n1 vvb px32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pi p-acp px32? cs d n1 vvi p-acp crd n1, j-jn p-acp d r-crq vbz av-j j-jn p-acp pn31;
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 468
13319
a third with that which contradicts both;
a third with that which contradicts both;
dt ord p-acp d r-crq vvz d;
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 468
13320
where think you then shall poor unstable souls settle? how is it possible but they that have not sences exercised to discern, should be carried up and down and really adhere to nothing,
where think you then shall poor unstable Souls settle? how is it possible but they that have not Senses exercised to discern, should be carried up and down and really adhere to nothing,
q-crq vvb pn22 av vmb j j n2 vvi? q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp pns32 cst vhb xx n2 vvn pc-acp vvi, vmd vbi vvn a-acp cc a-acp cc av-j vvi p-acp pix,
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 468
13321
as it is at this day? And thus our Gospel is exposed to contempt, our Religion undervalued,
as it is At this day? And thus our Gospel is exposed to contempt, our Religion undervalved,
c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n1? cc av po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, po12 n1 vvn,
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 468
13322
and Jesus Christ himself is slighted and despised.
and jesus christ himself is slighted and despised.
cc np1 np1 px31 vbz vvn cc vvn.
(55) part (DIV2)
1728
Page 468
13323
2. If we look on the professors of Jesus Christ, and of the Gospel, how are they rent asunder into factions!
2. If we look on the professors of jesus christ, and of the Gospel, how Are they rend asunder into factions!
crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, cc pp-f dt n1, q-crq vbr pns32 vvn av p-acp n2!
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13324
Oh what a spirit of division is there up and down among them, such as never was abroad till these times!
O what a Spirit of division is there up and down among them, such as never was abroad till these times!
uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp a-acp cc a-acp p-acp pno32, d c-acp av-x vbds av p-acp d n2!
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13325
They are of so many minds, and draw so many wayes, and have such vehement and such hot contentions and disputes among themselves, that they are no way to be pacified and appeased,
They Are of so many minds, and draw so many ways, and have such vehement and such hight contentions and disputes among themselves, that they Are no Way to be pacified and appeased,
pns32 vbr pp-f av d n2, cc vvi av d n2, cc vhb d j cc d j n2 cc vvz p-acp px32, cst pns32 vbr dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn,
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13326
unless the God of peace himself appear, and above all that we can think.
unless the God of peace himself appear, and above all that we can think.
cs dt n1 pp-f n1 px31 vvi, cc p-acp d cst pns12 vmb vvi.
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13327
All that time and pains, and heat, and zeal, and strength which was wont to be bestowed in private duties, in prayer,
All that time and pains, and heat, and zeal, and strength which was wont to be bestowed in private duties, in prayer,
av-d d n1 cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 r-crq vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13328
and examination, and humiliation, &c. and to be set a work about their own hearts, in mortifying,
and examination, and humiliation, etc. and to be Set a work about their own hearts, in mortifying,
cc n1, cc n1, av cc pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp vvg,
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13329
and subduing the corruptions and the lusts that are there, is now laid out in making and upholding parties,
and subduing the corruptions and the Lustiest that Are there, is now laid out in making and upholding parties,
cc j-vvg dt n2 cc dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, vbz av vvn av p-acp vvg cc vvg n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13330
and in maintaining controversies, and disputes, in doating about frothy frivolous, and vain questions, that tend to strife and variance,
and in maintaining controversies, and disputes, in doting about frothy frivolous, and vain questions, that tend to strife and variance,
cc p-acp vvg n2, cc vvz, p-acp vvg p-acp j j, cc j n2, cst vvb p-acp n1 cc n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1729
Page 468
13332
And this is that which alienates and keeps off those that are without from closing with religion.
And this is that which alienates and keeps off those that Are without from closing with Religion.
cc d vbz d r-crq fw-la cc vvz a-acp d cst vbr p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13333
This takes away the beauty and the lustre of it, that may invite them, and allure them to it.
This Takes away the beauty and the lustre of it, that may invite them, and allure them to it.
np1 vvz av dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13334
When carnal men see nothing else but rents and breaches among professors of religion, the glory of it is extreamly darkned in their eyes,
When carnal men see nothing Else but rends and Breaches among professors of Religion, the glory of it is extremely darkened in their eyes,
c-crq j n2 vvb pix av cc-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp po32 n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13335
and it is sure a stone of stumbling to them, and such a rock of scandal and offence as they cannot get over.
and it is sure a stone of stumbling to them, and such a rock of scandal and offence as they cannot get over.
cc pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno32, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi a-acp.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13336
When we shew all our weakness in our passion, and in our violent and hot contentions,
When we show all our weakness in our passion, and in our violent and hight contentions,
c-crq pns12 vvb d po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp po12 j cc j n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13337
before the watchfull eyes of scornfull enemies:
before the watchful eyes of scornful enemies:
p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2:
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13338
when we uncover our selves in the sight of the wicked as a fool uncovers himself, they disdain us in their hearts,
when we uncover our selves in the sighed of the wicked as a fool uncovers himself, they disdain us in their hearts,
c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j c-acp dt n1 vvz px31, pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp po32 n2,
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13339
and with us our profession too.
and with us our profession too.
cc p-acp pno12 po12 n1 av.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13340
Nay if this be their Religion and profession, to brawl, to wrangle, and to quarrell thus, I am even at a point (saith the prophane and graceless heart) I will have none of it.
Nay if this be their Religion and profession, to brawl, to wrangle, and to quarrel thus, I am even At a point (Says the profane and graceless heart) I will have none of it.
uh-x cs d vbb po32 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi av, pns11 vbm av p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt j cc j n1) pns11 vmb vhi pix pp-f pn31.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13341
It is a choice and curious observation of the Holy Ghost (if you observe it) upon the difference that fell out between the servants of Abraham, and the servants of Lot, that at the very time when the contention grew, the Canaanite and Perezite was in the Land, Gen. 13.7.
It is a choice and curious observation of the Holy Ghost (if you observe it) upon the difference that fell out between the Servants of Abraham, and the Servants of Lot, that At the very time when the contention grew, the Canaanite and Perezite was in the Land, Gen. 13.7.
pn31 vbz dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 (cs pn22 vvb pn31) p-acp dt n1 cst vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvd, dt j cc np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13342
There was a strife between the Herdsmen of Abrahams Cattle, and the Herdsmen of Lots Cattle, and the Canaanite and Perezite dwelled then in the Land. Their strife was much the more vile,There was a strife between the Herdsmen of Abrahams Cattle, and the Herdsmen of Lots Cattle, and the Canaanite and Perezite dwelled then in the Land. Their strife was much the more vile,
a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, cc dt j cc np1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 po32 n1 vbds d dt av-dc j,
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13343
and the more disadvantagious to religion, because it was before them.
and the more disadvantageous to Religion, Because it was before them.
cc dt av-dc j p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp pno32.
(55) part (DIV2)
1730
Page 468
13344
And therefore in the second place, my brethren, since the unity of Christs Disciples, is one especial means to cause, &c. Let this prevail exceedingly with every one of us, who are or would be taken to be Christs Disciples to strive and labour after this oneness.
And Therefore in the second place, my brothers, since the unity of Christ Disciples, is one especial means to cause, etc. Let this prevail exceedingly with every one of us, who Are or would be taken to be Christ Disciples to strive and labour After this oneness.
cc av p-acp dt ord n1, po11 n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, vbz pi j n2 p-acp n1, av vvb d vvi av-vvg p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, r-crq vbr cc vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi npg1 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 468
13345
There have been many Arguments and Reasons used heretofore often, to stir us up to this endeavour,
There have been many Arguments and Reasons used heretofore often, to stir us up to this endeavour,
pc-acp vhi vbn d n2 cc n2 vvn av av, pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp d n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 468
13346
but none like this, that Jesus Christ will be the more respected, and the better thought of in the world by this means.
but none like this, that jesus christ will be the more respected, and the better Thought of in the world by this means.
cc-acp pix av-j d, cst np1 np1 vmb vbi dt av-dc j-vvn, cc dt jc n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2.
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 468
13347
Now for the honour of Christ Jesus, leave your wrangling and contending, and agree among your selves;
Now for the honour of christ jesus, leave your wrangling and contending, and agree among your selves;
av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvb po22 n-vvg cc vvg, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2;
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13348
Do not so carry and demean your selves, as to perswade the world that he was never sent of God.
Do not so carry and demean your selves, as to persuade the world that he was never sent of God.
vdb xx av vvi cc vvb po22 n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vbds av-x vvn pp-f np1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13349
He suffred shame and ignominy, and contempt for you; Oh, do not cause him now to suffer ignominy and contempt from you.
He suffered shame and ignominy, and contempt for you; O, do not cause him now to suffer ignominy and contempt from you.
pns31 vvd n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pn22; uh, vdb xx vvi pno31 av pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22.
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13350
You have seen the sad effects of breaches and divisions, many wayes, and this way among the rest in these times:
You have seen the sad effects of Breaches and divisions, many ways, and this Way among the rest in these times:
pn22 vhb vvn dt j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, d n2, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2:
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13351
How much our blessed Saviour and the Gospel suffers by the hot contentions of those who call themselves Saints.
How much our blessed Saviour and the Gospel suffers by the hight contentions of those who call themselves Saints.
c-crq d po12 j-vvn n1 cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb px32 n2.
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13352
Ah, my beloved, if you have any love to Jesus Christ, any regard at all to his esteem and credit in the world,
Ah, my Beloved, if you have any love to jesus christ, any regard At all to his esteem and credit in the world,
uh, po11 j-vvn, cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp np1 np1, d n1 p-acp d p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1,
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13353
if you would have him in account and reputation, make up your breaches and differences, deny your selves for his sake.
if you would have him in account and reputation, make up your Breaches and differences, deny your selves for his sake.
cs pn22 vmd vhi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb a-acp po22 n2 cc n2, vvb po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1731
Page 469
13354
See how he beggs his Father for it in my Text, Let them be one, saith he, as thou, &c. that the world may believe, &c. that they that are without may not be so ill perswaded of me as they are.
See how he begs his Father for it in my Text, Let them be one, Says he, as thou, etc. that the world may believe, etc. that they that Are without may not be so ill persuaded of me as they Are.
vvb c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po11 n1, vvb pno32 vbi crd, vvz pns31, c-acp pns21, av cst dt n1 vmb vvi, av cst pns32 cst vbr p-acp vmb xx vbi av av-jn vvn pp-f pno11 c-acp pns32 vbr.
(55) part (DIV2)
1732
Page 469
13355
And if Christ be so earnest for it, if he begg for it of his Father, with so much affection, will you slight it,
And if christ be so earnest for it, if he beg for it of his Father, with so much affection, will you slight it,
cc cs np1 vbb av j c-acp pn31, cs pns31 vvb p-acp pn31 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp av d n1, vmb pn22 vvi pn31,
(55) part (DIV2)
1732
Page 469
13356
and look upon it as a small matter? Oh labour to help onward that which he is so intent upon, that so without hypocrisie you may say Amen to this Prayer.
and look upon it as a small matter? O labour to help onward that which he is so intent upon, that so without hypocrisy you may say Amen to this Prayer.
cc vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1? uh n1 pc-acp vvi av cst r-crq pns31 vbz av n1 p-acp, cst av p-acp n1 pn22 vmb vvi uh-n p-acp d n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1732
Page 469
13357
And thus of the first Argument with which our Saviour prosecutes his suit to God the Father, that his Disciples might be all one:
And thus of the First Argument with which our Saviour prosecutes his suit to God the Father, that his Disciples might be all one:
cc av pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi d crd:
(55) part (DIV2)
1733
Page 469
13358
Which hath been taken from the furtherance that this neer unity of theirs would be to his own entertainment in the world.
Which hath been taken from the furtherance that this near unity of theirs would be to his own entertainment in the world.
r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 cst d av-j n1 pp-f png32 vmd vbi p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(55) part (DIV2)
1733
Page 469
13359
JOHN. 17.22. And the glory which thou hast given me, I have given them: that they may be one even as we are one.JOHN. 17.22. And the glory which thou hast given me, I have given them: that they may be one even as we Are one.
np1. crd. cc dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32: cst pns32 vmb vbi crd av c-acp pns12 vbr pi.
(56) part (DIV2)
1733
Page 469
13360
THE second follows now in order to be handled.
THE second follows now in order to be handled.
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(56) part (DIV2)
1735
Page 469
13361
And it is taken from the end at which he aimed in glorifying his Disciples, in giving them the glory which he had received from God the Father,
And it is taken from the end At which he aimed in glorifying his Disciples, in giving them the glory which he had received from God the Father,
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vvg po31 n2, p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 dt n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1735
Page 469
13362
and this was that they might be one;
and this was that they might be one;
cc d vbds cst pns32 vmd vbi pi;
(56) part (DIV2)
1735
Page 469
13363
And the glory which thou gavest me, I have given them, that they may be one, even as we are one. q. d. And the glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them, that they may be one, even as we Are one. q. worser.
cc dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi pi, av c-acp pns12 vbr pi. sy. sy.
(56) part (DIV2)
1735
Page 469
13364
Since I have glorified them so much as I have done, to this end that they might be one, I pray thee Father, let me not be disappointed of my purpose,
Since I have glorified them so much as I have done, to this end that they might be one, I pray thee Father, let me not be disappointed of my purpose,
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno32 av av-d c-acp pns11 vhb vdn, p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vmd vbi pi, pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno11 xx vbi vvn pp-f po11 n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1735
Page 469
13365
but let me have my end in this business. Two things we have to be considered in the words.
but let me have my end in this business. Two things we have to be considered in the words.
cc-acp vvb pno11 vhi po11 n1 p-acp d n1. crd n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1735
Page 469
13366
First Christs communication of the glory which he received from the Father to believers. The glory which thou gavest me, I have given them.
First Christ communication of the glory which he received from the Father to believers. The glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them.
np1 npg1 n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2. dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1736
Page 469
13367
And secondly the end of this communication, that they may be one, even as we are one.
And secondly the end of this communication, that they may be one, even as we Are one.
cc ord dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi pi, av c-acp pns12 vbr pi.
(56) part (DIV2)
1736
Page 469
13368
At this time I shall make a little entrance on the first of these, and that is Christs communication of the glory which he received from the Father to believers.
At this time I shall make a little Entrance on the First of these, and that is Christ communication of the glory which he received from the Father to believers.
p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cc d vbz npg1 n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1736
Page 469
13369
The glory which thou gavest me, I have given them. The glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them.
dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1736
Page 469
13410
She is so neer him that he will have her one way or other, to partake with him in this high glory.
She is so near him that he will have her one Way or other, to partake with him in this high glory.
pns31 vbz av av-j pno31 cst pns31 vmb vhi pno31 crd n1 cc n-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13370
If there be any question what glory is intended by our Saviour here, whither that which he as God, enjoyed together with the Father from eternity;
If there be any question what glory is intended by our Saviour Here, whither that which he as God, enjoyed together with the Father from eternity;
cs pc-acp vbb d n1 r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 av, c-crq cst r-crq pns31 p-acp np1, vvd av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 469
13371
Or that which he as Man and Mediator of the Church, received from the Father: It is apparently resolved in the words themselves.
Or that which he as Man and Mediator of the Church, received from the Father: It is apparently resolved in the words themselves.
cc cst r-crq pns31 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1: pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 px32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 469
13372
The glory which thou gavest me. Christ hath no glory given him as he is God;The glory which thou Gavest me. christ hath no glory given him as he is God;
dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11. np1 vhz dx n1 vvn pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz np1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13373
but as he is Man, and Mediator, he hath much bestowed upon him by the Father.
but as he is Man, and Mediator, he hath much bestowed upon him by the Father.
cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbz n1, cc n1, pns31 vhz av-d vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13374
Now that which he receives as man, he communicates to men, he gives it out again in some sence and in some degree, to true believers, to all the living members of his body.
Now that which he receives as man, he communicates to men, he gives it out again in Some sense and in Some degree, to true believers, to all the living members of his body.
av cst r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 n2 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz pn31 av av p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1, p-acp j n2, p-acp d dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13375
As he affirmeth here expresly, the glory which thou gavest me, I have given them.
As he Affirmeth Here expressly, the glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them.
p-acp pns31 vvz av av-j, dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13376
Them, whom? Why them that believe on me, as you shall easily discern, if you observe the series of the Text;
Them, whom? Why them that believe on me, as you shall Easily discern, if you observe the series of the Text;
pno32, ro-crq? q-crq pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno11, c-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13377
Neither pray I for those only, but, &c. That they may all be one, &c. And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them. Neither pray I for those only, but, etc. That they may all be one, etc. And the glory which thou Gavest me I have given them.
av-d vvb pns11 p-acp d av-j, cc-acp, av cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi, av cc dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vhb vvn pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13378
So that we have two Observations cleerly pointed at in these words.
So that we have two Observations clearly pointed At in these words.
av cst pns12 vhb crd n2 av-j vvn p-acp p-acp d n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1737
Page 470
13379
First, God the Father hath bestowed much glory on the Son, as he is Man and Mediator of the Church.
First, God the Father hath bestowed much glory on the Son, as he is Man and Mediator of the Church.
ord, np1 dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1738
Page 470
13380
Secondly, The self same glory which the Son as Man receives from God the Father, he communicates again,
Secondly, The self same glory which the Son as Man receives from God the Father, he communicates again,
ord, dt n1 d n1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 n2 av,
(56) part (DIV2)
1739
Page 470
13381
and gives it out in a sort to all believers.
and gives it out in a sort to all believers.
cc vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1739
Page 470
13382
DOCTRINE 1. God the Father hath bestowed much glory on the Son as he is Man and Mediator of the Church.DOCTRINE 1. God the Father hath bestowed much glory on the Son as he is Man and Mediator of the Church.
n1 crd np1 dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1739
Page 470
13383
You see he hath the Sons receipt to shew for it, the glory which thou hast given me, saith Christ;
You see he hath the Sons receipt to show for it, the glory which thou hast given me, Says christ;
pn22 vvb pns31 vhz dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vvz np1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13384
It is his own acknowledgement in writing here, that he hath glory given him by God the Father.
It is his own acknowledgement in writing Here, that he hath glory given him by God the Father.
pn31 vbz po31 d n1 p-acp vvg av, cst pns31 vhz n1 vvn pno31 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13385
Indeed my brethren, God the Father hath honoured Jesus Christ exceedingly, Heb. 1. per tot. for that is the intention of the whole Chapter,
Indeed my brothers, God the Father hath honoured jesus christ exceedingly, Hebrew 1. per tot. for that is the intention of the Whole Chapter,
np1 po11 n2, np1 dt n1 vhz vvn np1 np1 av-vvg, np1 crd fw-la fw-la. p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13386
as I have shewed you largely on the first verse, to which I shall refer you for further prosecution of this Point:
as I have showed you largely on the First verse, to which I shall refer you for further prosecution of this Point:
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp jc n1 pp-f d n1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13387
and so I pass on to the second Observation.
and so I pass on to the second Observation.
cc av pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp dt ord n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13388
DOCTRINE 2. The self same glory which the Son as man receives from God the Father, he communicates again,DOCTRINE 2. The self same glory which the Son as man receives from God the Father, he communicates again,
n1 crd dt n1 d n1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 n2 av,
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13389
and give it out in a sort to true Believers. That which he receives as man, he communicates to men;
and give it out in a sort to true Believers. That which he receives as man, he communicates to men;
cc vvb pn31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2. cst r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 n2 p-acp n2;
(56) part (DIV2)
1740
Page 470
13390
as he partakes it in the humane nature, so to the humane nature he dispenses it again to all the members of his body.
as he partakes it in the humane nature, so to the humane nature he dispenses it again to all the members of his body.
c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz pn31 av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1741
Page 470
13411
The Son as man receives much glory from the Father, as in the Titles which he gives the Son,
The Son as man receives much glory from the Father, as in the Titles which he gives the Son,
dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1745
Page 471
13391
This is the thing which he affirms expresly to his Father in my text, The glory which thou hast given me, I have given them, q. d.
This is the thing which he affirms expressly to his Father in my text, The glory which thou hast given me, I have given them, q. worser.
d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32, vvd. sy.
(56) part (DIV2)
1741
Page 470
13392
As thou gavest it me for them, so I have given it to them.
As thou Gavest it me for them, so I have given it to them.
c-acp pns21 vvd2 pn31 pno11 p-acp pno32, av pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1741
Page 470
13393
I have not kept it in my own hands, but have as freely parted with it, as I did receive it.
I have not kept it in my own hands, but have as freely parted with it, as I did receive it.
pns11 vhb xx vvn pn31 p-acp po11 d n2, cc-acp vhb p-acp av-j vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp pns11 vdd vvi pn31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1741
Page 470
13394
I have been true to thee and them in this business.
I have been true to thee and them in this business.
pns11 vhb vbn j p-acp pno21 cc pno32 p-acp d n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1741
Page 470
13395
Now for the through cleering of the Point, I shall review the glory which God the Father hath bestowed upon the Son as Man and Mediator of the Church,
Now for thee through clearing of the Point, I shall review the glory which God the Father hath bestowed upon the Son as Man and Mediator of the Church,
av p-acp pno32 p-acp n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq np1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1742
Page 470
13396
and that in all parts and branches of it.
and that in all parts and branches of it.
cc cst p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1742
Page 470
13397
And then proceed to shew you particularly and distinctly, that this very glory, in all the parts and branches of it, Christ hath dispensed again in some degree to true believers;
And then proceed to show you particularly and distinctly, that this very glory, in all the parts and branches of it, christ hath dispensed again in Some degree to true believers;
cc av vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 av-j cc av-j, cst d j n1, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, np1 vhz vvn av p-acp d n1 p-acp j n2;
(56) part (DIV2)
1742
Page 470
13398
And when I have done this, I hope it will be evident, that the self same glory, &c.
And when I have done this, I hope it will be evident, that the self same glory, etc.
cc c-crq pns11 vhb vdn d, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi j, cst dt n1 d n1, av
(56) part (DIV2)
1742
Page 470
13399
Then the Son, as man, receives most honourable titles from the Father, as I have shewed you formerly at large;
Then the Son, as man, receives most honourable titles from the Father, as I have showed you formerly At large;
av dt n1, c-acp n1, vvz ds j n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-j p-acp j;
(56) part (DIV2)
1743
Page 471
13400
he calls him King, he calls him Lord.
he calls him King, he calls him Lord.
pns31 vvz pno31 n1, pns31 vvz pno31 n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1743
Page 471
13401
Yea, not Lord Adonai alone, but Lord Jehovah; which is indeed the highest and most glorious Title that belongs to God himself.
Yea, not Lord Adonai alone, but Lord Jehovah; which is indeed the highest and most glorious Title that belongs to God himself.
uh, xx n1 np1 av-j, cc-acp n1 np1; r-crq vbz av dt js cc av-ds j n1 cst vvz p-acp np1 px31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1743
Page 471
13402
But doth Christ make these Titles over now to true believers? yes, my beloved, all of them without exception.
But does christ make these Titles over now to true believers? yes, my Beloved, all of them without exception.
cc-acp vdz np1 vvi d n2 a-acp av p-acp j n2? uh, po11 j-vvn, d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13403
As God makes him a Prince, so he makes them Princes;
As God makes him a Prince, so he makes them Princes;
p-acp np1 vvz pno31 dt n1, av pns31 vvz pno32 n2;
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13404
And as God makes him a King, so he makes them Kings, as the Church acknowledges, Apoc. 1.6. He hath made us Kings to God.
And as God makes him a King, so he makes them Kings, as the Church acknowledges, Apocalypse 1.6. He hath made us Kings to God.
cc p-acp np1 vvz pno31 dt n1, av pns31 vvz pno32 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n2 p-acp np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13405
As God calls him Jehovah, so he calls the Church Jehovah, at least she is so called by his means, by reason of her union with him: For even as Jer. 23.6. it is said of Jesus Christ, This is his name by which he shall be called, Jehovah our righteousness; so Jer. 33.16. it is said of true believers, of the Church which consists of true believers, This is her name, by which she shall be called, Jehovah our Righteousness. A man would think, Christ should have kept this glorious and transcendent title to himself, concerning which the Lord professes, Isa. 42.8. I am the Lord, I am Jehovah (for it is Jehovah there, not Adonai or Elohim) that is my name that is in a sence, my proper and peculiar name;
As God calls him Jehovah, so he calls the Church Jehovah, At least she is so called by his means, by reason of her Union with him: For even as Jer. 23.6. it is said of jesus christ, This is his name by which he shall be called, Jehovah our righteousness; so Jer. 33.16. it is said of true believers, of the Church which consists of true believers, This is her name, by which she shall be called, Jehovah our Righteousness. A man would think, christ should have kept this glorious and transcendent title to himself, Concerning which the Lord Professes, Isaiah 42.8. I am the Lord, I am Jehovah (for it is Jehovah there, not Adonai or Elohim) that is my name that is in a sense, my proper and peculiar name;
p-acp np1 vvz pno31 np1, av pns31 vvz dt n1 np1, p-acp ds pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31: c-acp av c-acp np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 np1, d vbz po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, np1 po12 n1; av np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f j n2, pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz pp-f j n2, d vbz po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, np1 po12 n1. dt n1 vmd vvi, np1 vmd vhi vvn d j cc j n1 p-acp px31, vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns11 vbm dt n1, pns11 vbm np1 (c-acp pn31 vbz np1 a-acp, xx np1 cc np1) cst vbz po11 n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, po11 j cc j n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13406
and my glory, the glory of that name, will I not give unto another. and my glory, the glory of that name, will I not give unto Another.
cc po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmb pns11 xx vvi p-acp j-jn.
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13407
But when the Father gives it unto the Son as Mediator, he doth not give it to another;
But when the Father gives it unto the Son as Mediator, he does not give it to Another;
cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn;
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13408
for he is one with God the Father;
for he is one with God the Father;
c-acp pns31 vbz pi p-acp np1 dt n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13409
and when the Son as Mediator, gives it to the Church, he doth not give it to another neither;
and when the Son as Mediator, gives it to the Church, he does not give it to Another neither;
cc c-crq dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn av-d;
(56) part (DIV2)
1744
Page 471
13412
so in the Titles which himself assumes in relation to the Son. In the New Testament,
so in the Titles which himself assumes in Relation to the Son. In the New Testament,
av p-acp dt n2 r-crq n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1745
Page 471
13413
as I have shewed you, he calls himself no more the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac,
as I have showed you, he calls himself no more the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac,
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, pns31 vvz px31 dx dc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1745
Page 471
13414
and the Father of Israel, but the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
and the Father of Israel, but the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ.
cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1745
Page 471
13415
He calls himself no more the Lord their God that brought them out of land of Aegypt, but the God that brought again from the dead the Lord Jesus Christ.
He calls himself no more the Lord their God that brought them out of land of Egypt, but the God that brought again from the dead the Lord jesus christ.
pns31 vvz px31 dx dc dt n1 po32 n1 cst vvd pno32 av pp-f n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst vvd av p-acp dt j dt n1 np1 np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1745
Page 471
13416
Now as he calls Christ so, so Christ makes him to call all true believers so.
Now as he calls christ so, so christ makes him to call all true believers so.
av c-acp pns31 vvz np1 av, av np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi d j n2 av.
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13417
He will have them to share with him by any means in this honour.
He will have them to share with him by any means in this honour.
pns31 vmb vhi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13418
Is God the God of Christ? why Christ makes him the God of all believers.
Is God the God of christ? why christ makes him the God of all believers.
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f np1? q-crq np1 vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13419
Is God the Father of Christ? why Christ makes him the Father of believers.
Is God the Father of christ? why christ makes him the Father of believers.
vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f np1? q-crq np1 vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13420
Is he the God that brings again from the dead the Lord Jesus Christ? why he is the God too that will surely bring again from the dead all true believers,
Is he the God that brings again from the dead the Lord jesus christ? why he is the God too that will surely bring again from the dead all true believers,
vbz pns31 dt n1 cst vvz av p-acp dt j dt n1 np1 np1? uh-crq pns31 vbz dt n1 av cst vmb av-j vvi av p-acp dt j d j n2,
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13421
as the Apostle tells us, them that sleep in Jesus, will he also bring with him, 1 Thess. 4.14. Me thinks it is as if Christ should have said to him, That which thou art to me, thou shalt be to them too:
as the Apostle tells us, them that sleep in jesus, will he also bring with him, 1 Thess 4.14. Me thinks it is as if christ should have said to him, That which thou art to me, thou shalt be to them too:
c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1, vmb pns31 av vvi p-acp pno31, vvn np1 crd. pno11 vvz pn31 vbz c-acp cs np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno31, cst r-crq pns21 vb2r p-acp pno11, pns21 vm2 vbi p-acp pno32 av:
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13422
That which thou dost for me, thou shalt do for them too. I will have none of this honour, unless they partake with me.
That which thou dost for me, thou shalt do for them too. I will have none of this honour, unless they partake with me.
cst r-crq pns21 vd2 p-acp pno11, pns21 vm2 vdi p-acp pno32 av. pns11 vmb vhi pix pp-f d n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno11.
(56) part (DIV2)
1746
Page 471
13423
The Son, as Man, receives much glory from the Father, in that he sets him at own right hand, in the next place to himself.
The Son, as Man, receives much glory from the Father, in that he sets him At own right hand, in the next place to himself.
dt n1, c-acp n1, vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d j-jn n1, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp px31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1747
Page 471
13424
Why now the self same glory doth the Son bestow upon the Church in that he sets her at his own right hand, in the next place to himself.
Why now the self same glory does the Son bestow upon the Church in that he sets her At his own right hand, in the next place to himself.
q-crq av dt n1 d n1 vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp cst pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp px31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 471
13425
If Jesus Christ be raised so high, how high is the Church raised? If Jesus Christ be so transcendently exalted in this, that he is set in the next place to God,
If jesus christ be raised so high, how high is the Church raised? If jesus christ be so transcendently exalted in this, that he is Set in the next place to God,
cs np1 np1 vbb vvn av j, c-crq j vbz dt n1 vvn? cs np1 np1 vbb av av-j vvn p-acp d, cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13426
how is the Church exalted then that she is set in the next place to Christ!
how is the Church exalted then that she is Set in the next place to christ!
q-crq vbz dt n1 vvn av cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1!
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13427
Look upon Christ, and you shall see that God hath highly exalted him, and set him at his own right hand, Ephes. 1.21.
Look upon christ, and you shall see that God hath highly exalted him, and Set him At his own right hand, Ephesians 1.21.
n1 p-acp np1, cc pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vhz av-j vvn pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, np1 crd.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13428
and then look upon the Church and you shall see, that Christ hath highly exalted her,
and then look upon the Church and you shall see, that christ hath highly exalted her,
cc av vvb p-acp dt n1 cc pn22 vmb vvi, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn pno31,
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13429
and set her at his own right hand, Psal. 45.9. On thy right hand did stand the Queen, (i. ) the Church.
and Set her At his own right hand, Psalm 45.9. On thy right hand did stand the Queen, (i.) the Church.
cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 d j-jn n1, np1 crd. p-acp po21 j-jn n1 vdd vvi dt n1, (uh.) dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13430
Now, my beloved, is the place of Christ high? How high then is the Churches place? Is Christ at the right hand of God? She is at the right hand of Christ.
Now, my Beloved, is the place of christ high? How high then is the Churches place? Is christ At the right hand of God? She is At the right hand of christ.
av, po11 j-vvn, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 j? q-crq j av vbz dt ng1 n1? vbz np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1? pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13431
Is Christ in the next place to God? She is in the next place to Christ.
Is christ in the next place to God? She is in the next place to christ.
vbz np1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1? pns31 vbz p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13473
but in the private members of the Church:
but in the private members of the Church:
cc-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13432
Is there none above Christ but God? None is above the Church, but Christ and God.
Is there none above christ but God? None is above the Church, but christ and God.
vbz pc-acp pix p-acp np1 p-acp np1? np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 cc np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13433
Is he exalted far above all principality and powers, might and dominion, not only in this world,
Is he exalted Far above all principality and Powers, might and dominion, not only in this world,
vbz pns31 vvn av-j p-acp d n1 cc n2, vmd cc n1, xx av-j p-acp d n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13434
but in that which is to come;
but in that which is to come;
cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi;
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13435
not only above all principalities and powers on earth, but even above all principalities and powers in heaven too;
not only above all principalities and Powers on earth, but even above all principalities and Powers in heaven too;
xx av-j p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp av p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 av;
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13436
above the very Angels, yea, the highest orders of them? She is exalted far above them.
above the very Angels, yea, the highest order of them? She is exalted Far above them.
p-acp dt j n2, uh, dt js n2 pp-f pno32? pns31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13437
As Christ comes between them and God, so she comes between them and Christ, she is neerer Christ in union, nature and dignity.
As christ comes between them and God, so she comes between them and christ, she is nearer christ in Union, nature and dignity.
p-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno32 cc np1, av pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 cc np1, pns31 vbz av-jc np1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13438
The Angels are but Ministers and servants whiles the Saints the members of the Church are heirs.
The Angels Are but Ministers and Servants while the Saints the members of the Church Are Heirs.
dt n2 vbr cc-acp n2 cc n2 cs dt n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13439
Yea, they are Ministers to these heirs.
Yea, they Are Ministers to these Heirs.
uh, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp d n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13440
They are all the best of them, ministring spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation, Heb. 1. ult.They Are all the best of them, ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be Heirs of salvation, Hebrew 1. ult.
pns32 vbr d dt js pp-f pno32, j-vvg n2, vvd av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13441
So that no marvail, though our Saviour tells his Father here, The glory which thou gavest me I have given them.
So that no marvel, though our Saviour tells his Father Here, The glory which thou Gavest me I have given them.
av cst dx n1, cs po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 av, dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vhb vvn pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1748
Page 472
13442
The Son as Man, receives much glory from the Father, in the vast authority and power which he hath vested him withall.
The Son as Man, receives much glory from the Father, in the vast Authority and power which he hath vested him withal.
dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av.
(56) part (DIV2)
1749
Page 472
13443
Why now, the same power he dispenseth to the Church, to be executed by her Officers.
Why now, the same power he dispenseth to the Church, to be executed by her Officers.
q-crq av, dt d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13444
And therefore having said All power is given to me both in Heaven and in Earth, Mat. 28.18. he adds immediately to his Apostles in the very next verse, Go ye, and teach all Nations, baptizing them. q. d.
And Therefore having said All power is given to me both in Heaven and in Earth, Mathew 28.18. he adds immediately to his Apostles in the very next verse, Go you, and teach all nations, baptizing them. q. worser.
cc av vhg vvn d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt av ord n1, vvb pn22, cc vvi d n2, vvg pno32. sy. sy.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13445
the power which is given me, I give you in some measure. As God the Father hath given me all power, so I give you some power,
the power which is given me, I give you in Some measure. As God the Father hath given me all power, so I give you Some power,
dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn pno11, pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d n1. p-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 d n1, av pns11 vvb pn22 d n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13446
so much as you are capable of.
so much as you Are capable of.
av av-d c-acp pn22 vbr j pp-f.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13447
And as the government is put upon my shoulders by the Father as the Prophet speaks, Isa 9.6. so I put over some part of this Government to you my under-Officers, whom I depute to manage and negotiate the affairs of my Kingdom.
And as the government is put upon my shoulders by the Father as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 9.6. so I put over Some part of this Government to you my under-Officers, whom I depute to manage and negotiate the affairs of my Kingdom.
cc c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. av pns11 vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn22 po11 n2, ro-crq pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po11 n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13448
As God the Father hath set me over his house, so I set you to be my Stewards under me, to whom I give the Keyes of this house.
As God the Father hath Set me over his house, so I Set you to be my Stewards under me, to whom I give the Keys of this house.
p-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po31 n1, av pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vbi po11 n2 p-acp pno11, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13449
As God the Father hath given me the King-key of Davids Princedom which I keep my self,
As God the Father hath given me the King-key of Davids Princedom which I keep my self,
p-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 r-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13450
so that I shut and no man openeth, I open and no man shutts:
so that I shut and no man Openeth, I open and no man shutts:
av d pns11 vvb cc dx n1 vvz, pns11 vvb cc dx n1 vvz:
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13451
so I give you the Ministerial Keyes, which I intrust with you who are the Stewards and the guides of my houshold:
so I give you the Ministerial Keys, which I intrust with you who Are the Stewards and the guides of my household:
av pns11 vvb pn22 dt j n2, r-crq pns11 vvi p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po11 n1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13452
To whom I give a special power to open and to shut the doors of my house, to let in and put out.
To whom I give a special power to open and to shut the doors of my house, to let in and put out.
p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi av.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13453
And though it be my own prerogative, and a chief flower of that Imperial Crown which God the Father hath been pleased to set upon my head, to seal pardons,
And though it be my own prerogative, and a chief flower of that Imperial Crown which God the Father hath been pleased to Set upon my head, to seal Pardons,
cc cs pn31 vbi po11 d n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f cst j-jn n1 r-crq np1 dt n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, pc-acp vvi n2,
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13454
and to forgive sins, viz. to do it in the Court of heaven, and Conscience:
and to forgive Sins, viz. to do it in the Court of heaven, and Conscience:
cc pc-acp vvi n2, n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13455
yet I commit to you my Viceroyes, and my under-Officers, a Ministerial power both to remit,
yet I commit to you my Viceroys, and my under-Officers, a Ministerial power both to remit,
av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 po11 n2, cc po11 n2, dt j n1 av-d pc-acp vvi,
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13456
and to retain sins in the outward Court, that is, the face and presence of the Church, in regard of declaration.
and to retain Sins in the outward Court, that is, the face and presence of the Church, in regard of declaration.
cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 472
13457
Verily I say unto you, whatsoever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, &c. Mat. 18.18, 19. And in another place, whosesoever sins ye remit, they are remitted; Verily I say unto you, whatsoever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, etc. Mathew 18.18, 19. And in Another place, whosesoever Sins you remit, they Are remitted;
av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, av np1 crd, crd cc p-acp j-jn n1, av n2 pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn;
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13458
and whosesoever sins you retain, they are retained. and whosesoever Sins you retain, they Are retained.
cc av n2 pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13459
And in a word, as God the Father hath committed all judgement unto me, so I commit some judgement to you.
And in a word, as God the Father hath committed all judgement unto me, so I commit Some judgement to you.
cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pno11, av pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp pn22.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13460
And hence it is, my brethren, that the Church assisted by her Officers, iudgeth them that are within,
And hence it is, my brothers, that the Church assisted by her Officers, Judgeth them that Are within,
cc av pn31 vbz, po11 n2, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2, vvz pno32 cst vbr a-acp,
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13461
although she judge not them that are without, as Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 5.22. over whom no power is given her by the Lord Christ:
although she judge not them that Are without, as Paul speaks, 1 Cor. 5.22. over whom no power is given her by the Lord christ:
cs pns31 vvb xx pno32 cst vbr p-acp, c-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. p-acp ro-crq dx n1 vbz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 np1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13462
But those that are within, she judgeth and condemneth too if there be cause, and casts them out,
But those that Are within, she Judgeth and Condemneth too if there be cause, and Cast them out,
p-acp d cst vbr a-acp, pns31 vvz cc vvz av cs pc-acp vbi n1, cc vvz pno32 av,
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13463
and gives them over to the Executioner;
and gives them over to the Executioner;
cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13464
There take them Satan, disquiet them, afflict them, for the destruction of the flesh the carnal part, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord.
There take them Satan, disquiet them, afflict them, for the destruction of the Flesh the carnal part, that the Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord.
pc-acp vvi pno32 np1, vvb pno32, vvb pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt j n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1750
Page 473
13465
The Son, as Man, receives much glory from the Father in the great offices of dignity and trust and honour, which he hath advanced him to.
The Son, as Man, receives much glory from the Father in the great Offices of dignity and trust and honour, which he hath advanced him to.
dt n1, c-acp n1, vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp.
(56) part (DIV2)
1751
Page 473
13466
Why now the self same glory hath the Son communicated to believers, in that he hath advanced them to the self same Offices to which he is himself advanced by the Father.
Why now the self same glory hath the Son communicated to believers, in that he hath advanced them to the self same Offices to which he is himself advanced by the Father.
q-crq av dt n1 d n1 vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, p-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz px31 vvn p-acp dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13467
As God the Father hath made Jesus Christ a King, a Priest, and a Prophet to himself;
As God the Father hath made jesus christ a King, a Priest, and a Prophet to himself;
p-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn np1 np1 dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp px31;
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13468
so Christ doth make all true believers Kings and Priests to God his Father: for both those Offices are mentioned Apoc. 1.6. He makes them to become a royal Priesthood, 1 Pet. 2.9. A Priesthood, and a royal Priesthood.
so christ does make all true believers Kings and Priests to God his Father: for both those Offices Are mentioned Apocalypse 1.6. He makes them to become a royal Priesthood, 1 Pet. 2.9. A Priesthood, and a royal Priesthood.
av np1 vdz vvi d j n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 po31 n1: c-acp d d n2 vbr vvn np1 crd. pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vvn np1 crd. dt n1, cc dt j n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13469
And as he makes them Kings and Priests, so he makes them Prophets too, to teach their families,
And as he makes them Kings and Priests, so he makes them prophets too, to teach their families,
cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 n2 cc n2, av pns31 vvz pno32 n2 av, pc-acp vvi po32 n2,
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13470
and make known his wayes to them:
and make known his ways to them:
cc vvi vvn po31 n2 p-acp pno32:
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13471
to teach their neighbours and acquaintance, and to admonish one another within the compass of their own Spheres, Col. 3.16.
to teach their neighbours and acquaintance, and to admonish one Another within the compass of their own Spheres, Col. 3.16.
pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi pi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, np1 crd.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13472
In which respect it is the Counsel of the Apostle in the cited place, Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, in you the people of Colosse, not in the learned Doctors only,
In which respect it is the Counsel of the Apostle in the cited place, Let the word of christ dwell in you richly, in you the people of Colosse, not in the learned Doctors only,
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vvn n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pn22 av-j, p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, xx p-acp dt j n2 av-j,
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13474
So that you see Christ hath advanced all true believers with him, to all the offices to which he is advanced by the Father,
So that you see christ hath advanced all true believers with him, to all the Offices to which he is advanced by the Father,
av cst pn22 vvb np1 vhz vvn d j n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13475
and so hath made them sharers with him in the glory. None of the Types of Christ were so advanced in the figure.
and so hath made them sharers with him in the glory. None of the Types of christ were so advanced in the figure.
cc av vhz vvn pno32 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13476
Melchizideck was both a King, and Priest, as you may see, Gen. 14.18. but he was no Prophet.Melchizideck was both a King, and Priest, as you may see, Gen. 14.18. but he was no Prophet.
vvb vbds d dt n1, cc n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. cc-acp pns31 vbds dx n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13477
David was a King and Prophet, 2 Sam. 23.2. but he was no Priest. Ezechiel was a Priest and a Prophet, but he was no King.David was a King and Prophet, 2 Sam. 23.2. but he was no Priest. Ezechiel was a Priest and a Prophet, but he was no King.
np1 vbds dt n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd. cc-acp pns31 vbds dx n1. np1 vbds dt n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vbds dx n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13478
But all believers are so advanced in the truth; they are Kings, and Priests and Prophets, all three as Christ is;
But all believers Are so advanced in the truth; they Are Kings, and Priests and prophets, all three as christ is;
p-acp d n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1; pns32 vbr n2, cc n2 cc n2, d crd p-acp np1 vbz;
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13479
and so they have the same glory that Christ receives from God the Father.
and so they have the same glory that christ receives from God the Father.
cc av pns32 vhb dt d n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1752
Page 473
13480
The Son, as Man, receives much glory from the Father, as by the Offices which he hath received him to,
The Son, as Man, receives much glory from the Father, as by the Offices which he hath received him to,
dt n1, c-acp n1, vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp,
(56) part (DIV2)
1753
Page 473
13481
so by the gifts and graces and abilities which he hath endued him with, for the discharge and execution of those Offices.
so by the Gifts and graces and abilities which he hath endued him with, for the discharge and execution of those Offices.
av p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2.
(56) part (DIV2)
1753
Page 473
13482
The self same honour do believers receive in some degree from Christ again.
The self same honour do believers receive in Some degree from christ again.
dt n1 d n1 vdb n2 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 av.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 473
13483
As God the Father hath annointed him with the Holy Ghost and power, thereby enabling him to be an al-sufficient King and Priest and Prophet to his people;
As God the Father hath anointed him with the Holy Ghost and power, thereby enabling him to be an All-sufficient King and Priest and Prophet to his people;
p-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, av vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 473
13484
so God the Son hath given down some part of his annointing to believers, by which he hath enabled them to all those Offices to which he hath assumed them with himself:
so God the Son hath given down Some part of his anointing to believers, by which he hath enabled them to all those Offices to which he hath assumed them with himself:
av np1 dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp d n1 pp-f po31 vvg p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp px31:
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 473
13485
It runs down from him the Head to the skirts of his Garment:
It runs down from him the Head to the skirts of his Garment:
pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 473
13486
And hence, saith the Apostle, speaking to believers, ye, saith he, have an unction from the Holy One, 1 Joh. 2.20. Christ hath an unction from the Father, yea from Christ.
And hence, Says the Apostle, speaking to believers, you, Says he, have an unction from the Holy One, 1 John 2.20. christ hath an unction from the Father, yea from christ.
cc av, vvz dt n1, vvg p-acp n2, pn22, vvz pns31, vhb dt n1 p-acp dt j pi, vvn np1 crd. np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, uh p-acp np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13487
Jesus Christ immediately from the Father; ye mediately in, and by, and through Christ. Indeed, my Brethren, all believers partake with Christ in this anointing of the Spirit.
jesus christ immediately from the Father; you mediately in, and by, and through christ. Indeed, my Brothers, all believers partake with christ in this anointing of the Spirit.
np1 np1 av-j p-acp dt n1; pn22 av-j p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1. np1, po11 n2, d n2 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d vvg pp-f dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13488
He suffered no man to do them wrong, but reproved even Kings for their sakes, saying, Touch not mine anointed, Psal. 105.15.
He suffered no man to do them wrong, but reproved even Kings for their sakes, saying, Touch not mine anointed, Psalm 105.15.
pns31 vvd dx n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 n-jn, cc-acp vvd av n2 p-acp po32 n2, vvg, vvb xx po11 j-vvn, np1 crd.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13489
But who were these anointed, you will ask me? They were not Kings as some expound it:
But who were these anointed, you will ask me? They were not Kings as Some expound it:
p-acp r-crq vbdr d vvn, pn22 vmb vvi pno11? pns32 vbdr xx n2 p-acp d vvb pn31:
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13490
for God reproved Kings for their sakes, saying, Touch not my anointed. But they were the Lords people,
for God reproved Kings for their sakes, saying, Touch not my anointed. But they were the lords people,
c-acp np1 vvd n2 p-acp po32 n2, vvg, vvb xx po11 j-vvn. p-acp pns32 vbdr dt n2 n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13491
as you may easily perceive, if you survey the scope of that place.
as you may Easily perceive, if you survey the scope of that place.
c-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13492
And hence the Prophet having said, God, even thy God hath anointed thee, he adds immediately above thy fellows, Psal. 45.7. so that Christ hath his fellows in the unction, although not in the measure of the unction:
And hence the Prophet having said, God, even thy God hath anointed thee, he adds immediately above thy Fellows, Psalm 45.7. so that christ hath his Fellows in the unction, although not in the measure of the unction:
cc av dt n1 vhg vvn, np1, av po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21, pns31 vvz av-j p-acp po21 n2, np1 crd. av cst np1 vhz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13493
All believers share with him, though they do not share like him.
All believers share with him, though they do not share like him.
d n2 vvi p-acp pno31, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi av-j pno31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13494
And if they be his fellows in the unction, they must be his fellows too in the honour of the unction.
And if they be his Fellows in the unction, they must be his Fellows too in the honour of the unction.
cc cs pns32 vbb po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi po31 n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13495
They are partakers with him in the self same glory, which, &c. By this time I suppose the point is cleared;
They Are partakers with him in the self same glory, which, etc. By this time I suppose the point is cleared;
pns32 vbr n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 d n1, r-crq, av p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn;
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13496
the self same glory which he receives from God the Father, &c.
the self same glory which he receives from God the Father, etc.
dt n1 d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1, av
(56) part (DIV2)
1754
Page 474
13497
Now, is it so, my Brethren, that the self same glory, &c. Here then you see what great regard he hath to them that do indeed believe in him,
Now, is it so, my Brothers, that the self same glory, etc. Here then you see what great regard he hath to them that do indeed believe in him,
av, vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst dt n1 d n1, av av av pn22 vvb r-crq j n1 pns31 vhz p-acp pno32 cst vdb av vvi p-acp pno31,
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13498
and what a mind he hath to honour them, even to the utmost:
and what a mind he hath to honour them, even to the utmost:
cc q-crq dt n1 pns31 vhz p-acp n1 pno32, av p-acp dt j:
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13499
So that he doth not grudge them to be sharers with him in his own glory.
So that he does not grudge them to be sharers with him in his own glory.
av cst pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 d n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13500
Rather then they shall want it, they shall have of that which God the Father hath bestowed on him, to make him glorious in the world.
Rather then they shall want it, they shall have of that which God the Father hath bestowed on him, to make him glorious in the world.
av-c cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31, pns32 vmb vhi pp-f d r-crq np1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 j p-acp dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13501
It satisfies him not to shine alone; no, he must have believers shine with him and sparkle with him.
It Satisfies him not to shine alone; no, he must have believers shine with him and sparkle with him.
pn31 vvz pno31 xx pc-acp vvi av-j; uh-dx, pns31 vmb vhi n2 vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31.
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13502
O what an admirable thing is this, that Christ should have such singular regard to poor wretches!
O what an admirable thing is this, that christ should have such singular regard to poor wretches!
sy r-crq dt j n1 vbz d, cst np1 vmd vhi d j n1 p-acp j n2!
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13503
His glory is the thing which he is most tender of, which he is lothest to forego:
His glory is the thing which he is most tender of, which he is loathest to forego:
po31 n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vbz av-ds j pp-f, r-crq pns31 vbz js pc-acp vvi:
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13504
And yet he is content, you see, to part with this to true believers, to give them of his own allowance from the Father.
And yet he is content, you see, to part with this to true believers, to give them of his own allowance from the Father.
cc av pns31 vbz j, pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13505
His blood was dear, but his glory is dearer;
His blood was dear, but his glory is Dearer;
po31 n1 vbds j-jn, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz jc-jn;
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13506
yet let it be dear and pretious as it will, it is not too dear for them:
yet let it be dear and precious as it will, it is not too dear for them:
av vvb pn31 vbi j-jn cc j c-acp pn31 vmb, pn31 vbz xx av j-jn p-acp pno32:
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13507
If he have any, they shall have a part with him, and that in the same glory;
If he have any, they shall have a part with him, and that in the same glory;
cs pns31 vhb d, pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc cst p-acp dt d n1;
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13508
not in another kind of glory, but the very same that he is endued with; so he tells his Father here;
not in Another kind of glory, but the very same that he is endued with; so he tells his Father Here;
xx p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt j d cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp; av pns31 vvz po31 n1 av;
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13509
The glory which thou gavest me, I have given them, q. d. The glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them, q. worser.
dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32, vvd. sy.
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13510
There let them take it with my heart, and much good may it do to them.
There let them take it with my heart, and much good may it do to them.
pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1, cc d j vmb pn31 vdi p-acp pno32.
(56) part (DIV2)
1755
Page 474
13511
And therefore in the second place let this instruct us, as Christ gives us his glory, so to give him ours.
And Therefore in the second place let this instruct us, as christ gives us his glory, so to give him ours.
cc av p-acp dt ord n1 vvb d vvi pno12, c-acp np1 vvz pno12 po31 n1, av pc-acp vvi pno31 png12.
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13512
Why should not we, my Brethren, be as willing to part with ours to him,
Why should not we, my Brothers, be as willing to part with ours to him,
q-crq vmd xx pns12, po11 n2, vbb a-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp png12 p-acp pno31,
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13513
as he is willing to part with his to us? you hear, the self same glory which the Son as man receives, &c. And therefore if at any time we receive any honour any way, let us not keep it in our hands,
as he is willing to part with his to us? you hear, the self same glory which the Son as man receives, etc. And Therefore if At any time we receive any honour any Way, let us not keep it in our hands,
c-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 pc-acp pno12? pn22 vvb, dt n1 d n1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz, av cc av cs p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb d n1 d n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2,
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13514
but let us give it up to Jesus Christ.
but let us give it up to jesus christ.
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp np1 np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13515
If we have done any act that draws applause or commendation, if when we have performed any duty with more then ordinary zeal,
If we have done any act that draws applause or commendation, if when we have performed any duty with more then ordinary zeal,
cs pns12 vhb vdn d n1 cst vvz n1 cc n1, cs c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp dc cs j n1,
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13516
or power, or profit, or success, men admire us, and advance us, let us not do as Herod did;
or power, or profit, or success, men admire us, and advance us, let us not do as Herod did;
cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, n2 vvb pno12, cc vvb pno12, vvb pno12 xx vdi c-acp np1 vdd;
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13517
Let not this glory cleave to our fingers;
Let not this glory cleave to our fingers;
vvb xx d n1 vvb p-acp po12 n2;
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13518
but let us shake it off from us, and say with David, Not unto us, not unto us,
but let us shake it off from us, and say with David, Not unto us, not unto us,
cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno12, cc vvb p-acp np1, xx p-acp pno12, xx p-acp pno12,
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 474
13519
but to the Name of Christ be all the glory; And when these Crowns of honour are set upon our heads by men;but to the Name of christ be all the glory; And when these Crowns of honour Are Set upon our Heads by men;
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi d dt n1; cc c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n2;
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 475
13520
O let us with the twenty four Elders cast them down before the throne of Jesus Christ.
Oh let us with the twenty four Elders cast them down before the throne of jesus christ.
uh vvb pno12 p-acp dt crd crd n2-jn vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 475
13521
And as Christ saith to God the Father here, The glory which thou gavest, me I have given them:
And as christ Says to God the Father Here, The glory which thou Gavest, me I have given them:
cc p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 av, dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2, pno11 pns11 vhb vvn pno32:
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 475
13522
so let us say the same in sincerity to Christ, The glory which men gave us, we have given thee.
so let us say the same in sincerity to christ, The glory which men gave us, we have given thee.
av vvb pno12 vvi dt d p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 r-crq n2 vvd pno12, pns12 vhb vvn pno21.
(56) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 475
13523
JOHN 17.23. I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one.JOHN 17.23. I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one.
np1 crd. pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1756
Page 475
13524
AND thus far of the Second Argument with which our Saviour prosecutes his suit to God the Father, that believers might be one;
AND thus Far of the Second Argument with which our Saviour prosecutes his suit to God the Father, that believers might be one;
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, cst n2 vmd vbi pi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1758
Page 475
13525
Which hath been taken from the end at which he aimed, in giving them the glory which he had received from God the Father:
Which hath been taken from the end At which he aimed, in giving them the glory which he had received from God the Father:
r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 dt n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1758
Page 475
13526
and this was that they might be one.
and this was that they might be one.
cc d vbds cst pns32 vmd vbi pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1758
Page 475
13527
The glory which thou gavest me, I have given them, that they may be one even as we are one. The glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them, that they may be one even as we Are one.
dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11, pns11 vhb vvn pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi crd av c-acp pns12 vbr pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1758
Page 475
13528
The third comes now in order to be handled:
The third comes now in order to be handled:
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn:
(57) part (DIV2)
1759
Page 475
13529
And it is taken from the end of Christs inhabitation in believers, and of the Fathers inhabitation in himself,
And it is taken from the end of Christ inhabitation in believers, and of the Father's inhabitation in himself,
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2, cc pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp px31,
(57) part (DIV2)
1759
Page 475
13530
and this is also that they may be one, yea, that they may be perfect in one, I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one.
and this is also that they may be one, yea, that they may be perfect in one, I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one.
cc d vbz av cst pns32 vmb vbi pi, uh, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi, pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1759
Page 475
13531
You easily discern that there is some word defective to make the sense compleat in this place, I in them, and thou in me, what's that? Either it must be I am in them, and thou in me;
You Easily discern that there is Some word defective to make the sense complete in this place, I in them, and thou in me, what's that? Either it must be I am in them, and thou in me;
pn22 av-j vvi cst pc-acp vbz d n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp d n1, pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, q-crq|vbz d? av-d pn31 vmb vbi pns11 vbm p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11;
(57) part (DIV2)
1760
Page 475
13532
or I have been in them, and thou in me; Or I shall be in them, and thou in me.
or I have been in them, and thou in me; Or I shall be in them, and thou in me.
cc pns11 vhb vbn p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11; cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11.
(57) part (DIV2)
1760
Page 475
13533
Either all or one of these, or some such thing as this is.
Either all or one of these, or Some such thing as this is.
av-d d cc crd pp-f d, cc d d n1 c-acp d vbz.
(57) part (DIV2)
1760
Page 475
13534
Modern Interpreters take little notice of it, that I can observe, and antient Writers supply it diversly, according as their apprehensions lead them.
Modern Interpreters take little notice of it, that I can observe, and ancient Writers supply it diversely, according as their apprehensions led them.
j n2 vvb j n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns11 vmb vvi, cc j n2 vvb pn31 av-j, vvg p-acp po32 n2 vvi pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13535
As far as I can dive into it, it is thus exprest of purpose because our Saviour had no mind to bind it up either to the past, the present,
As Far as I can dive into it, it is thus expressed of purpose Because our Saviour had no mind to bind it up either to the past, the present,
p-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz av vvn pp-f n1 c-acp po12 n1 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp d p-acp dt j, dt j,
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13536
or the future tense, but that it might be left indifferent to them all. If he had said expresly, I have been in them, and thou in me;
or the future tense, but that it might be left indifferent to them all. If he had said expressly, I have been in them, and thou in me;
cc dt j-jn n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn j p-acp pno32 d. cs pns31 vhd vvn av-j, pns11 vhb vbn p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11;
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13537
this could not have been properly applyed to those which then believed for the present, or should believe in after times.
this could not have been properly applied to those which then believed for the present, or should believe in After times.
d vmd xx vhi vbn av-j vvd p-acp d r-crq av vvd p-acp dt j, cc vmd vvi p-acp p-acp n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13557
As for the second thing proposed, how God the Father is in Christ as Mediator;
As for the second thing proposed, how God the Father is in christ as Mediator;
c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, c-crq np1 dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1764
Page 476
13538
If he had said I am in them, and thou in me exclusively, this would not have been properly applyed to them which had believed in former times (supposing that I am excludeth I have been) or should believe in after times.
If he had said I am in them, and thou in me exclusively, this would not have been properly applied to them which had believed in former times (supposing that I am excludeth I have been) or should believe in After times.
cs pns31 vhd vvn pns11 vbm p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11 av-j, d vmd xx vhi vbn av-j vvd p-acp pno32 r-crq vhd vvn p-acp j n2 (vvg cst pns11 vbm vvz pns11 vhb vbn) cc vmd vvi p-acp p-acp n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13539
If he had said, I shall he in them, and thou in me, this could not have been properly applyed to them which had believed, or did believe;
If he had said, I shall he in them, and thou in me, this could not have been properly applied to them which had believed, or did believe;
cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb pns31 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, d vmd xx vhi vbn av-j vvd p-acp pno32 r-crq vhd vvn, cc vdd vvi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13540
So that which way soever he had fully set it down, he had seemed to exclude past believers,
So that which Way soever he had Fully Set it down, he had seemed to exclude past believers,
av cst r-crq n1 av pns31 vhd av-j vvn pn31 a-acp, pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi j n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13541
or present believers, or future believers, which he had no intent to do;
or present believers, or future believers, which he had no intent to do;
cc j n2, cc j-jn n2, r-crq pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vdi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13542
And therefore he doth purpo ely express it so (as I conceive) that he might take in all of them, without exception, I in them, and thou in me, to which you may add, have been, are, and shall be.
And Therefore he does purpo ely express it so (as I conceive) that he might take in all of them, without exception, I in them, and thou in me, to which you may add, have been, Are, and shall be.
cc av pns31 vdz fw-es wd vvb pn31 av (c-acp pns11 vvb) cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f pno32, p-acp n1, pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, vhb vbn, vbr, cc vmb vbi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1761
Page 475
13543
I have been in them that did believe, I am in them that do believe, and I will be in them that shall believe:
I have been in them that did believe, I am in them that do believe, and I will be in them that shall believe:
pns11 vhb vbn p-acp pno32 cst vdd vvi, pns11 vbm p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi, cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi:
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 475
13544
That so they may be all of them by this means closely linkt together;
That so they may be all of them by this means closely linked together;
cst av pns32 vmb vbi d pp-f pno32 p-acp d n2 av-j vvn av;
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 475
13545
One special end of my inhabitation in believers past, present, and to come, of this inhabitation in my self, (the Mediator between thee and them) is this, That they may all be one;
One special end of my inhabitation in believers past, present, and to come, of this inhabitation in my self, (the Mediator between thee and them) is this, That they may all be one;
crd j n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp n2 j, j, cc pc-acp vvi, pp-f d n1 p-acp po11 n1, (dt n1 p-acp pno21 cc pno32) vbz d, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13546
yea, that they may be perfect in one; & therefore I beseech thee Father, let us have our end in this business.
yea, that they may be perfect in one; & Therefore I beseech thee Father, let us have our end in this business.
uh, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi; cc av pns11 vvb pno21 n1, vvb pno12 vhi po12 n1 p-acp d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13547
For Explication of the words, we have three things to be enquired and resolved. First, how Christ as Mediator is in true believers.
For Explication of the words, we have three things to be inquired and resolved. First, how christ as Mediator is in true believers.
p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, pns12 vhb crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. ord, c-crq np1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp j n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13548
Secondly, how God the Father is in Christ as Mediator.
Secondly, how God the Father is in christ as Mediator.
ord, c-crq np1 dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13549
Thirdly, how the Mediator being in believers, and God the Fathers being in the Mediator, do serve to this great end whereof our Saviour speaks (viz.) to make believers one,
Thirdly, how the Mediator being in believers, and God the Father's being in the Mediator, do serve to this great end whereof our Saviour speaks (viz.) to make believers one,
ord, c-crq dt n1 vbg p-acp n2, cc np1 dt n2 vbg p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi p-acp d j n1 c-crq po12 n1 vvz (n1) pc-acp vvi n2 crd,
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13550
yea, to make them perfect in one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one.
yea, to make them perfect in one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one.
uh, pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp pi; pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13551
I shall be brief upon the former two, because they are more easie to be apprehended;
I shall be brief upon the former two, Because they Are more easy to be apprehended;
pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j crd, c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn;
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13552
and the third indeed is the main thing in the Text.
and the third indeed is the main thing in the Text.
cc dt ord av vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt np1
(57) part (DIV2)
1762
Page 476
13553
As for the first of these, How Christ as Mediator is in true believers, I suppose you are not to seek of this.
As for the First of these, How christ as Mediator is in true believers, I suppose you Are not to seek of this.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, c-crq np1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp j n2, pns11 vvb pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pp-f d.
(57) part (DIV2)
1763
Page 476
13554
He is in true believers by his Spirit;
He is in true believers by his Spirit;
pns31 vbz p-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1763
Page 476
13555
And that not by the Essence of the Spirit (for so he is no more in one man then another) but by the operation and effects, that is, the gifts and graces of the Spirit;
And that not by the Essence of the Spirit (for so he is no more in one man then Another) but by the operation and effects, that is, the Gifts and graces of the Spirit;
cc cst xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp av pns31 vbz dx dc p-acp crd n1 av j-jn) p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n2, cst vbz, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1763
Page 476
13556
and especially by faith, which is the grace that gives them the denomination of believers; And therefore Christ is said expresly to dwell in the heart by faith, Eph. 3.17.
and especially by faith, which is the grace that gives them the denomination of believers; And Therefore christ is said expressly to dwell in the heart by faith, Ephesians 3.17.
cc av-j p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f n2; cc av np1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1763
Page 476
13558
for clearing this you must remember that which hath been often hinted, that God the Father all along this prayer of our Saviour, is taken for the whole God-head.
for clearing this you must Remember that which hath been often hinted, that God the Father all along this prayer of our Saviour, is taken for the Whole Godhead.
c-acp vvg d pn22 vmb vvi d r-crq vhz vbn av vvn, cst np1 dt n1 av-d p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1764
Page 476
13559
Now in our Saviours humane Nature the whole Godhead dwells, as the Apostle shews, Col. 2.9. In him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.
Now in our Saviors humane Nature the Whole Godhead dwells, as the Apostle shows, Col. 2.9. In him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.
av p-acp po12 ng1 j n1 dt j-jn n1 vvz, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp pno31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13560
Others are partakers of the Divine Nature, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 1.4. but he is partaker of the Divine Essence.
Others Are partakers of the Divine Nature, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 1.4. but he is partaker of the Divine Essence.
ng2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13561
Others are partakers of the properties of God; but he is partaker of the Godhead it self:
Others Are partakers of the properties of God; but he is partaker of the Godhead it self:
ng2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13562
Others are partakers of the grace of God; but he is partaker of the God of grace;
Others Are partakers of the grace of God; but he is partaker of the God of grace;
n2-jn vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13563
And therefore the Apostle saith not that in Christ dwelleth NONLATINALPHABET, that is, the Divinity, but NONLATINALPHABET, that is, the Godhead; And that the fulness, all the fulness of it;
And Therefore the Apostle Says not that in christ dwells, that is, the Divinity, but, that is, the Godhead; And that the fullness, all the fullness of it;
cc av dt n1 vvz xx d p-acp np1 vvz, cst vbz, dt n1, p-acp, cst vbz, dt n1; cc d dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f pn31;
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13564
In him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily; In him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily;
p-acp pno31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j;
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13565
Because it is indeed and really united to the humane Nature, to the body of Christ Jesus,
Because it is indeed and really united to the humane Nature, to the body of christ jesus,
p-acp pn31 vbz av cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13566
as I have somewhere noted heretofore. You see how Christ is in believers, and how God is in Christ.
as I have somewhere noted heretofore. You see how christ is in believers, and how God is in christ.
c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn av. pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vbz p-acp n2, cc c-crq np1 vbz p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1765
Page 476
13567
Now for the third and last particular proposed, how their being each in other doth serve to this end mentioned in my Text, viz. to make believers one,
Now for the third and last particular proposed, how their being each in other does serve to this end mentioned in my Text, viz. to make believers one,
av p-acp dt ord cc ord j vvn, c-crq po32 n1 d p-acp n-jn vdz vvi p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1, n1 pc-acp vvi n2 crd,
(57) part (DIV2)
1766
Page 476
13568
yea, to make them perfect in one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one;
yea, to make them perfect in one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one;
uh, pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp pi; pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1766
Page 476
13569
This will need a little further Explication.
This will need a little further Explication.
d vmb vvi dt av-j jc n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1766
Page 476
13570
That Christ is in believers by his Spirit, to this end, that they may be one among themselves,
That christ is in believers by his Spirit, to this end, that they may be one among themselves,
cst np1 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp px32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 476
13571
and with the Father and the Son, is very manifest in Scripture.
and with the Father and the Son, is very manifest in Scripture.
cc p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vbz av j p-acp n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 476
13572
But is God in Jesus Christ to this end? Yes, my Beloved, to this end.
But is God in jesus christ to this end? Yes, my beloved, to this end.
cc-acp vbz np1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1? uh, po11 j-vvn, p-acp d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 476
13573
God had never been in Christ as Mediator, but that believers might be joyned to himself, in, and by, and through Christ.
God had never been in christ as Mediator, but that believers might be joined to himself, in, and by, and through christ.
np1 vhd av-x vbn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc-acp d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp px31, p-acp, cc p-acp, cc p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 476
13574
True, my Beloved, the Father had been in the Son as God however, so he was from everlasting:
True, my beloved, the Father had been in the Son as God however, so he was from everlasting:
j, po11 j-vvn, dt n1 vhd vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 a-acp, av pns31 vbds p-acp j:
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13575
But God had never been in Christ as Man and Mediator, but for effecting this union:
But God had never been in christ as Man and Mediator, but for effecting this Union:
cc-acp np1 vhd av-x vbn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg d n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13576
so that as the Apostle saith, God was in Christ reconciling the world, the world of believers:
so that as the Apostle Says, God was in christ reconciling the world, the world of believers:
av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 vbds p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2:
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13577
so I may say as well, God was in Christ uniting the world, the same world of believers to himself.
so I may say as well, God was in christ uniting the world, the same world of believers to himself.
av pns11 vmb vvi c-acp av, np1 vbds p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1, dt d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13578
Originally they are disjoynted and divided each from other, and which is worst of all, from God;
Originally they Are disjointed and divided each from other, and which is worst of all, from God;
av-j pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn d p-acp n-jn, cc r-crq vbz js pp-f d, p-acp np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13579
But down comes Christ, and dwells in all of them together, and down comes God and dwells in Christ, that so they may be all one;
But down comes christ, and dwells in all of them together, and down comes God and dwells in christ, that so they may be all one;
cc-acp a-acp vvz np1, cc vvz p-acp d pp-f pno32 av, cc a-acp vvz np1 cc vvz p-acp np1, cst av pns32 vmb vbi d crd;
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13580
I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one. Not only that they may be one, but that they may be perfect in one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one. Not only that they may be one, but that they may be perfect in one;
pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi. xx j cst pns32 vmb vbi pi, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1767
Page 477
13581
what doth our Saviour mean by that expression, That they may be perfect in one? Truly nothing else but this,
what does our Saviour mean by that expression, That they may be perfect in one? Truly nothing Else but this,
r-crq vdz po12 n1 vvb p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi? av-j pix av cc-acp d,
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13582
as I conceive, that they may so be one, that there may be a perfect union.
as I conceive, that they may so be one, that there may be a perfect Union.
c-acp pns11 vvb, cst pns32 vmb av vbi crd, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13583
There is a two-fold perfection, a perfection of parts, and a perfection of degrees.
There is a twofold perfection, a perfection of parts, and a perfection of Degrees.
pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13584
The first of these is specially intended here, that there may be a perfect union in regard of parts, that is, that all the parts that should be joyned may be joyned together:
The First of these is specially intended Here, that there may be a perfect Union in regard of parts, that is, that all the parts that should be joined may be joined together:
dt ord pp-f d vbz av-j vvn av, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, cst d dt n2 cst vmd vbi vvn vmb vbi vvn av:
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13585
Therefore am I in all of them, saith Christ here, and thou in me that am in all of them;
Therefore am I in all of them, Says christ Here, and thou in me that am in all of them;
av vbm pns11 p-acp d pp-f pno32, vvz np1 av, cc pns21 p-acp pno11 cst vbm p-acp d pp-f pno32;
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13586
I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one;
pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13587
that there may be such a union, to which no part that should be joyned is wanting,
that there may be such a Union, to which no part that should be joined is wanting,
cst a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1, p-acp r-crq dx n1 cst vmd vbi vvn vbz vvg,
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13588
so that there can be nothing added to it (in regard of parts at least) to make it more consummate and compleat.
so that there can be nothing added to it (in regard of parts At least) to make it more consummate and complete.
av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31 (p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp ds) p-acp vvi pn31 av-dc j cc j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1768
Page 477
13589
If I were not in them (though they were never so indissolubly joyned among themselves) that would not be a perfect union;
If I were not in them (though they were never so indissolubly joined among themselves) that would not be a perfect Union;
cs pns11 vbdr xx p-acp pno32 (c-acp pns32 vbdr av-x av av-jn vvn p-acp px32) cst vmd xx vbi dt j n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13590
for there would be Christ wanting.
for there would be christ wanting.
c-acp a-acp vmd vbi np1 vvg.
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13591
If thou wer't not in me as Mediator (though I were never so indissolubly joyned to them) that would not be a perfect union neither;
If thou Were't not in me as Mediator (though I were never so indissolubly joined to them) that would not be a perfect Union neither;
cs pns21 vbdr|pn31 xx p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 (cs pns11 vbdr av-x av av-jn vvn p-acp pno32) d vmd xx vbi dt j n1 av-dx;
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13592
for there would be God wanting.
for there would be God wanting.
c-acp a-acp vmd vbi n1 vvg.
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13593
And therefore I in them (saith Christ) I have been in them that did believe, I am in them that do believe,
And Therefore I in them (Says christ) I have been in them that did believe, I am in them that do believe,
cc av pns11 p-acp pno32 (vvz np1) pns11 vhb vbn p-acp pno32 cst vdd vvi, pns11 vbm p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi,
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13594
and I will be in them that shall believe to the end of the world. And thou in me: thou hast been, art, and wilt be still in me;
and I will be in them that shall believe to the end of the world. And thou in me: thou hast been, art, and wilt be still in me;
cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc pns21 p-acp pno11: pns21 vh2 vbn, n1, cc vm2 vbi av p-acp pno11;
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13595
that they may be perfect in one; That they may be so one, that there may be a perfect union.that they may be perfect in one; That they may be so one, that there may be a perfect Union.
cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi; cst pns32 vmb vbi av crd, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1769
Page 477
13596
You see the meaning of the words, as far as I have attained.
You see the meaning of the words, as Far as I have attained.
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn.
(57) part (DIV2)
1770
Page 477
13597
There might be many things observed, which have been divers times insisted on from other places.
There might be many things observed, which have been diverse times insisted on from other places.
pc-acp vmd vbi d n2 vvn, r-crq vhb vbn j n2 vvd a-acp p-acp j-jn n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1770
Page 477
13598
The doctrine proper to the Text is this.
The Doctrine proper to the Text is this.
dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 vbz d.
(57) part (DIV2)
1770
Page 477
13599
DOCTRINE. That the perfection of believers union stands in this, that even as they are one among themselves,DOCTRINE. That the perfection of believers Union Stands in this, that even as they Are one among themselves,
n1. cst dt n1 pp-f n2 n1 vvz p-acp d, cst av c-acp pns32 vbr crd p-acp px32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1770
Page 477
13600
so God and Christ, or God in Christ is one with them. This is that which makes it perfect.
so God and christ, or God in christ is one with them. This is that which makes it perfect.
av np1 cc np1, cc np1 p-acp np1 vbz pi p-acp pno32. d vbz d r-crq vvz pn31 j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1770
Page 477
13621
so I will be in them, in all of them that shall believe to the end of the world.
so I will be in them, in all of them that shall believe to the end of the world.
av pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, p-acp d pp-f pno32 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13622
And of these last especially he speaks, as is apparent by the scope;
And of these last especially he speaks, as is apparent by the scope;
cc pp-f d vvi av-j pns31 vvz, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13701
when they observe them to be always wrangling and contending one against another.
when they observe them to be always wrangling and contending one against Another.
c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi av vvg cc vvg pi p-acp n-jn.
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13601
There are three things required, you see, to this perfection, and all of them apparently suggested in the Doctrine and the Text. First, Gods being one with Christ, being in Christ as Mediator, thou in me. Secondly, Christs being one with true believers, being in believers, I in them. Thirdly, believers being one among themselves,
There Are three things required, you see, to this perfection, and all of them apparently suggested in the Doctrine and the Text. First, God's being one with christ, being in christ as Mediator, thou in me. Secondly, Christ being one with true believers, being in believers, I in them. Thirdly, believers being one among themselves,
pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvn, pn22 vvb, p-acp d n1, cc d pp-f pno32 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt np1 ord, n2 vbg pi p-acp np1, vbg p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns21 p-acp pno11. ord, npg1 n1 crd p-acp j n2, vbg p-acp n2, pns11 p-acp pno32. ord, n2 vbg pi p-acp px32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1771
Page 477
13602
or each with other, that they may be one:
or each with other, that they may be one:
cc d p-acp n-jn, cst pns32 vmb vbi pi:
(57) part (DIV2)
1771
Page 477
13603
And when all these are joyned together, then there is a pefect union, perfect in regard of parts;
And when all these Are joined together, then there is a perfect Union, perfect in regard of parts;
cc c-crq d d vbr vvn av, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1, j p-acp n1 pp-f n2;
(57) part (DIV2)
1771
Page 477
13604
there can be nothing added to it. I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one.
there can be nothing added to it. I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one.
pc-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pn31. pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1771
Page 477
13605
For clearing of this, my Brethren, you must know that it hath been the project and design of God from everlasting, that all believers shall be joyned among themselves,
For clearing of this, my Brothers, you must know that it hath been the project and Design of God from everlasting, that all believers shall be joined among themselves,
p-acp vvg pp-f d, po11 n2, pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j, cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp px32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13606
and joyned to Christ as Mediator, and in and through Christ as Mediator, to himself:
and joined to christ as Mediator, and in and through christ as Mediator, to himself:
cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp cc p-acp np1 p-acp n1, p-acp px31:
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13607
That Christ who is the middle party between God and men, God in Heaven, and men on earth, should reconcile,
That christ who is the middle party between God and men, God in Heaven, and men on earth, should reconcile,
cst np1 r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, np1 p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp n1, vmd vvi,
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13608
and reconciling joyn things in heaven and earth together;
and reconciling join things in heaven and earth together;
cc n-vvg vvb n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 av;
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13609
That in the dispensation of the fulness of time, he should gather into one all things in heaven and earth together in himself, Ephes. 1.10.That in the Dispensation of the fullness of time, he should gather into one all things in heaven and earth together in himself, Ephesians 1.10.
cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp crd d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 av p-acp px31, np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13610
So that till all these things be joyned together, it cannot be a perfect union, because all things are not united, that are appointed to be joyned together.
So that till all these things be joined together, it cannot be a perfect Union, Because all things Are not united, that Are appointed to be joined together.
av cst p-acp d d n2 vbb vvn av, pn31 vmbx vbi dt j n1, c-acp d n2 vbr xx vvn, cst vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13611
I shall a little touch upon them in their order.
I shall a little touch upon them in their order.
pns11 vmb dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1772
Page 478
13612
1. That there may be a perfect union, perfect in regard of parts, believers must be joyned together all of them among themselves:
1. That there may be a perfect Union, perfect in regard of parts, believers must be joined together all of them among themselves:
crd d a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, j p-acp n1 pp-f n2, n2 vmb vbi vvn av d pp-f pno32 p-acp px32:
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13613
As long as one believer by Election, is without, and is not gathered in to Jesus Christ (for in him they are knit together) it is not a perfect union,
As long as one believer by Election, is without, and is not gathered in to jesus christ (for in him they Are knit together) it is not a perfect Union,
p-acp av-j c-acp crd n1 p-acp n1, vbz p-acp, cc vbz xx vvn p-acp p-acp np1 np1 (c-acp p-acp pno31 pns32 vbr vvn av) pn31 vbz xx dt j n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13614
because there is a member wanting.
Because there is a member wanting.
c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg.
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13615
The body mystical remains imperfect, in regard of integrals, as the Holy Ghost insinuates, Ephes. 4.13.
The body mystical remains imperfect, in regard of integrals, as the Holy Ghost insinuates, Ephesians 4.13.
dt n1 j vvz j, p-acp n1 pp-f n2, c-acp dt j n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13616
And hence (saith the Apostle) we without them cannot be made perfect, Heb. 11. ult. We without them, are members, in a sense, of an incompleat body:
And hence (Says the Apostle) we without them cannot be made perfect, Hebrew 11. ult. We without them, Are members, in a sense, of an incomplete body:
cc av (vvz dt n1) pno12 p-acp pno32 vmbx vbi vvn j, np1 crd n1. pns12 p-acp pno32, vbr n2, p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt j n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13617
But when all are once come in, when all, both Jews and Gentiles come in the unity of the Faith,
But when all Are once come in, when all, both jews and Gentiles come in the unity of the Faith,
cc-acp c-crq d vbr a-acp vvn p-acp, c-crq d, d np2 cc np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13618
unto the knowledge of the Son of God, then he is a perfect man (conceive it in his mystical Body) then is the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:
unto the knowledge of the Son of God, then he is a perfect man (conceive it in his mystical Body) then is the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ:
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vbz dt j n1 (vvb pn31 p-acp po31 j n1) av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13619
And therefore saith our Saviour, I in them, that they may be perfect in one:
And Therefore Says our Saviour, I in them, that they may be perfect in one:
cc av vvz po12 n1, pns11 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi:
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13620
As I have been in them that did believe, and as I am in them that do believe,
As I have been in them that did believe, and as I am in them that do believe,
c-acp pns11 vhb vbn p-acp pno32 cst vdd vvi, cc c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi,
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13623
Neither pray I for these only, saith our Saviour, (for these only that believe) but for them also which shall believe on me through their word; Neither pray I for these only, Says our Saviour, (for these only that believe) but for them also which shall believe on me through their word;
av-d vvb pns11 p-acp d av-j, vvz po12 n1, (c-acp d av-j cst vvb) p-acp p-acp pno32 av r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13624
for them, and all of them; I in them, in all of them;for them, and all of them; I in them, in all of them;
p-acp pno32, cc d pp-f pno32; pns11 p-acp pno32, p-acp d pp-f pno32;
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13625
as I have been & am in all that do believe, so I will be in all that shall believe, even to the worlds end:
as I have been & am in all that do believe, so I will be in all that shall believe, even to the world's end:
c-acp pns11 vhb vbn cc vbm p-acp d cst vdb vvi, av pns11 vmb vbi p-acp d cst vmb vvi, av p-acp dt ng1 n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13626
That all believers being joyned together, past, present, and to come, there may be a perfect union;
That all believers being joined together, past, present, and to come, there may be a perfect Union;
cst d n2 vbg vvn av, j, j, cc pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13627
That they may be perfect in one, That is the first thing. 2. That there may be a perfect union:That they may be perfect in one, That is the First thing. 2. That there may be a perfect Union:
cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi, cst vbz dt ord n1. crd d a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1773
Page 478
13628
as believers must be joyned together, all of them among themselves: so Christ must be united to them all;
as believers must be joined together, all of them among themselves: so christ must be united to them all;
c-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn av, d pp-f pno32 p-acp px32: av np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 d;
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13629
he must be in all of them, as you have it in my Text;
he must be in all of them, as you have it in my Text;
pns31 vmb vbi p-acp d pp-f pno32, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13630
For God hath given him to be the Head over all things to the Church, Ephes. 1.22. over all things of the Church, or that are members of the Church;For God hath given him to be the Head over all things to the Church, Ephesians 1.22. over all things of the Church, or that Are members of the Church;
p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d vbr n2 pp-f dt n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13631
And it is the Fathers pleasure which he hath purposed in himself, That in the dispensation of the fulness of time, he might gather together in one, all things in Christ, Ephes. 1.10.
And it is the Father's pleasure which he hath purposed in himself, That in the Dispensation of the fullness of time, he might gather together in one, all things in christ, Ephesians 1.10.
cc pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vvi av p-acp crd, d n2 p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13632
so that if all believers could be gathered into one among themselves, and not into one in Christ, that would not be a perfect union,
so that if all believers could be gathered into one among themselves, and not into one in christ, that would not be a perfect Union,
av cst cs d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pi p-acp px32, cc xx p-acp crd p-acp np1, cst vmd xx vbi dt j n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13633
because they are appointed to be one in him;
Because they Are appointed to be one in him;
c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi pi p-acp pno31;
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13634
If all the members of the body mystical, could be compleatly joyned among themselves, and not united unto Christ their Head, that would not be a perfect union,
If all the members of the body mystical, could be completely joined among themselves, and not united unto christ their Head, that would not be a perfect Union,
cs d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 j, vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp px32, cc xx vvn p-acp np1 po32 n1, cst vmd xx vbi dt j n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13635
because God hath appointed him, and given him to be their Head:
Because God hath appointed him, and given him to be their Head:
c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31, cc vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13636
The joyning of the members all together, you will say, will make but an unperfect and a maimed body,
The joining of the members all together, you will say, will make but an unperfect and a maimed body,
dt vvg pp-f dt n2 d av, pn22 vmb vvi, vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc dt j-vvn n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13637
unless the Head be joyned to them. 3. That there may be a perfect union, as believers must be one among themselves,
unless the Head be joined to them. 3. That there may be a perfect Union, as believers must be one among themselves,
cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32. crd d a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, c-acp n2 vmb vbi pi p-acp px32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1774
Page 478
13638
and Christ must be one with them: so God must be one with Christ, and in and through Christ with them.
and christ must be one with them: so God must be one with christ, and in and through christ with them.
cc np1 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno32: av np1 vmb vbi pi p-acp np1, cc p-acp cc p-acp np1 p-acp pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13639
I mean with Christ as Head and Mediator of the Church.
I mean with christ as Head and Mediator of the Church.
pns11 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13640
Indeed the end for which Christ took upon him the Office of a Mediator, was to joyn God and man together, who were divided by the fall:
Indeed the end for which christ took upon him the Office of a Mediator, was to join God and man together, who were divided by the fallen:
np1 dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1 av, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13641
Therefore God sent him down into the world, that he might be in Christ reconciling the world unto himself, 2 Cor. 5.19.
Therefore God sent him down into the world, that he might be in christ reconciling the world unto himself, 2 Cor. 5.19.
av np1 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp px31, crd np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13642
Now suppose Christ could reconcile believers each to other, suppose that he could reconcile them and unite them to himself as man:
Now suppose christ could reconcile believers each to other, suppose that he could reconcile them and unite them to himself as man:
av vvb np1 vmd vvi n2 d p-acp n-jn, vvb cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp px31 p-acp n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13643
if he could not reconcile them and unite them unto God, this were an unperfect union, there were a great defect in it.
if he could not reconcile them and unite them unto God, this were an unperfect Union, there were a great defect in it.
cs pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp np1, d vbdr dt j n1, pc-acp vbdr dt j n1 p-acp pn31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13645
And therefore God is in Christ reconciling the world of believers, that while Christ reconciles them to himself, he may eadem opera reconcile them unto God, who is in him, that so the union may be perfect,
And Therefore God is in christ reconciling the world of believers, that while christ reconciles them to himself, he may Same opera reconcile them unto God, who is in him, that so the Union may be perfect,
cc av np1 vbz p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, cst cs np1 vvz pno32 p-acp px31, pns31 vmb fw-la fw-la vvi pno32 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, cst av dt n1 vmb vbi j,
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13646
and there may be nothing wanting, as you have it in my Text; I in them, and thou in me, thae they may be perfect in one.
and there may be nothing wanting, as you have it in my Text; I in them, and thou in me, thane they may be perfect in one.
cc pc-acp vmb vbi pix vvg, c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po11 n1; pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1775
Page 479
13647
Now, is it so that the perfection of believers union stands in this, that even as they are one among themselves,
Now, is it so that the perfection of believers Union Stands in this, that even as they Are one among themselves,
av, vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 pp-f n2 n1 vvz p-acp d, cst av c-acp pns32 vbr crd p-acp px32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13648
so God and Christ, or God in Christ is one with them? Then first it serves to let us see,
so God and christ, or God in christ is one with them? Then First it serves to let us see,
av np1 cc np1, cc np1 p-acp np1 vbz pi p-acp pno32? av ord pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi,
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13649
how faulty and defective the union of the men of this world is.
how faulty and defective the Union of the men of this world is.
c-crq j cc j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbz.
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13650
True, many of them are knit together in a knot, they are confederate together, they have all one mind, as the Holy Ghost speaks, Apoc. 17.13. they seem to be as firmly joyned together in a bond of love, as it is possible for men to be.
True, many of them Are knit together in a knot, they Are confederate together, they have all one mind, as the Holy Ghost speaks, Apocalypse 17.13. they seem to be as firmly joined together in a bound of love, as it is possible for men to be.
j, d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr j-jn av, pns32 vhb d crd n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi c-acp av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13651
But God and Christ are not united with them, they are out of this conjunction:
But God and christ Are not united with them, they Are out of this conjunction:
p-acp np1 cc np1 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr av pp-f d n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13652
Nay my Beloved, they are so far from being one with them, that indeed they are against them.
Nay my beloved, they Are so Far from being one with them, that indeed they Are against them.
uh po11 j-vvn, pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg pi p-acp pno32, cst av pns32 vbr p-acp pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13653
This is a most unhappy and accursed union.
This is a most unhappy and accursed Union.
d vbz dt av-ds j cc j-vvn n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13654
I wish all such would think upon it, who are as Simeon and Levi, brethren in iniquity, who are confederate against God, as David speaks, Psal. 85.5. who set themselves and take counsel together against the Lord, and against his Christ, Psal. 2.2. who combine themselves together, to oppose the truths of God, the ways of God, the servants of God, the glory of God, to do such things as are contrary to God.
I wish all such would think upon it, who Are as Simeon and Levi, brothers in iniquity, who Are confederate against God, as David speaks, Psalm 85.5. who Set themselves and take counsel together against the Lord, and against his christ, Psalm 2.2. who combine themselves together, to oppose the truths of God, the ways of God, the Servants of God, the glory of God, to do such things as Are contrary to God.
pns11 vvb d d vmd vvi p-acp pn31, r-crq vbr p-acp np1 cc np1, n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd. q-crq vvb px32 cc vvb n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 np1, np1 crd. q-crq vvb px32 av, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi d n2 c-acp vbr j-jn p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13655
Is God and Christ in their confederation? Do God and Christ joyn with them, and combine together with them? They are all one among themselves; touch one and touch all:
Is God and christ in their confederation? Do God and christ join with them, and combine together with them? They Are all one among themselves; touch one and touch all:
vbz np1 cc np1 p-acp po32 n1? vdb n1 cc np1 vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvb av p-acp pno32? pns32 vbr d pi p-acp px32; vvb crd cc vvi d:
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13656
but is God and Christ one with them? Why, they are against God, and therefore certainly God is not with them,
but is God and christ one with them? Why, they Are against God, and Therefore Certainly God is not with them,
cc-acp vbz np1 cc np1 crd p-acp pno32? uh-crq, pns32 vbr p-acp np1, cc av av-j np1 vbz xx p-acp pno32,
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13657
but against them, and that is a sad union.
but against them, and that is a sad Union.
cc-acp p-acp pno32, cc d vbz dt j n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1776
Page 479
13658
The peace, and friendship, and confederacy of such, is like the tempering of iron, brass and clay together, that will by no means soder or unite;
The peace, and friendship, and confederacy of such, is like the tempering of iron, brass and clay together, that will by no means solder or unite;
dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d, vbz av-j dt n-vvg pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 av, cst vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi cc vvi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1777
Page 479
13659
The knot will certainly untie at last, the union will dissolve, if God and Christ be not engaged in it:
The knot will Certainly untie At last, the Union will dissolve, if God and christ be not engaged in it:
dt n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp ord, dt n1 vmb vvi, cs np1 cc np1 vbb xx vvn p-acp pn31:
(57) part (DIV2)
1777
Page 479
13660
And as the Hebrews note of the name of man and wife, Ish, and Ishah, that if you take away the letters NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET which make the Name of God, there remains nothing else but Esh, and that is fire the fire of discord and dissention:
And as the Hebrews note of the name of man and wife, Is, and Ishah, that if you take away the letters and which make the Name of God, there remains nothing Else but Esh, and that is fire the fire of discord and dissension:
cc c-acp dt njp2 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz, cc np1, cst cs pn22 vvb av dt n2 cc r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vvz pix av cc-acp np1, cc d vbz n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1777
Page 479
13700
when there are such perpetual rents and breaches, and discords and divisions between those who profess themselves to be believers,
when there Are such perpetual rends and Breaches, and discords and divisions between those who profess themselves to be believers,
c-crq pc-acp vbr d j n2 cc n2, cc n2 cc n2 p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vbi n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13661
So certainly if God be out of any union, yea let it be as near as that of man and wife, which is one of the nearest in the world, there will be fire among the parties to it, the fire of jealousie and rage, that will devour them and destroy them in the end:
So Certainly if God be out of any Union, yea let it be as near as that of man and wife, which is one of the nearest in the world, there will be fire among the parties to it, the fire of jealousy and rage, that will devour them and destroy them in the end:
av av-j cs np1 vbb av pp-f d n1, uh vvb pn31 vbi c-acp av-j c-acp d pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz pi pp-f dt js p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vmb vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1777
Page 480
13662
And it will prove like the unhappy combination between Abimelech and them of Shechem, concerning which the Holy Ghost foreshewed, Judg. 9.20. that fire should come out of Abimelech and devour the men of Shechem, and the house of Millo;
And it will prove like the unhappy combination between Abimelech and them of Shechem, Concerning which the Holy Ghost foreshowed, Judges 9.20. that fire should come out of Abimelech and devour the men of Shechem, and the house of Millo;
cc pn31 vmb vvi av-j dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc pno32 pp-f np1, vvg r-crq dt j n1 vvd, np1 crd. cst n1 vmd vvi av pp-f np1 cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1777
Page 480
13663
And fire should come out from the men of, Shechem, and the house of Millo, and devour Abimilech.
And fire should come out from the men of, Shechem, and the house of Millo, and devour Abimelech.
cc n1 vmd vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f, np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1777
Page 480
13664
Is it so, that the perfection of the union of believers stands in this, that even as they are one among themselves, &c. Then truly they have cause to bless the Lord that he is pleased to unite with them;
Is it so, that the perfection of the Union of believers Stands in this, that even as they Are one among themselves, etc. Then truly they have cause to bless the Lord that he is pleased to unite with them;
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp d, cst av c-acp pns32 vbr crd p-acp px32, av av av-j pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32;
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13665
to be one with such worms as they are, and so to make the union perfect.
to be one with such worms as they Are, and so to make the Union perfect.
pc-acp vbi pi p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13666
Ah, my Beloved, if God did not joyn with you, if he stood aloof from you, what would your Union or Communion each with other profit you,
Ah, my beloved, if God did not join with you, if he stood aloof from you, what would your union or Communion each with other profit you,
uh, po11 j-vvn, cs np1 vdd xx vvi p-acp pn22, cs pns31 vvd av p-acp pn22, q-crq vmd po22 n1 cc n1 d p-acp n-jn n1 pn22,
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13667
or comfort you? what would it do without God? But seeing God and Christ are in you, seeing they are one with you, this is indeed a perfect union, (all are joyned that should be joyned) this is a happy and a heavenly Conjunction.
or Comfort you? what would it do without God? But seeing God and christ Are in you, seeing they Are one with you, this is indeed a perfect Union, (all Are joined that should be joined) this is a happy and a heavenly Conjunction.
cc vvb pn22? q-crq vmd pn31 vdi p-acp np1? p-acp vvg np1 cc np1 vbr p-acp pn22, vvg pns32 vbr crd p-acp pn22, d vbz av dt j n1, (d vbr vvn cst vmd vbi vvn) d vbz dt j cc dt j n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13668
O my Beloved, I beseech you labour so to walk, that God and Christ may not withdraw from you.
O my beloved, I beseech you labour so to walk, that God and christ may not withdraw from you.
sy po11 j-vvn, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb av pc-acp vvi, cst np1 cc np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22.
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13669
It's true, I must confess, he never really and totally and finally forsaketh those in whom he dwels:
It's true, I must confess, he never really and totally and finally Forsaketh those in whom he dwells:
pn31|vbz j, pns11 vmb vvi, pns31 av av-j cc av-j cc av-j vvz d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz:
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13670
but he forsakes them sensibly, so that he seems to be no more with them:
but he forsakes them sensibly, so that he seems to be no more with them:
cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 av-j, av cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dx dc p-acp pno32:
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13671
and therefore let it be your study and endeavor, to walk so humbly & so holily, that God and Christ may still delight to dwell with you,
and Therefore let it be your study and endeavour, to walk so humbly & so holily, that God and christ may still delight to dwell with you,
cc av vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1 cc vvi, pc-acp vvi av av-j cc av av-j, cst np1 cc np1 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22,
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13672
and to dwell in you, and to shew themselves to you, that you may know that they are with you.
and to dwell in you, and to show themselves to you, that you may know that they Are with you.
cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi cst pns32 vbr p-acp pn22.
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13673
Be sure you never joyn in any business, in which they will not joyn with you:
Be sure you never join in any business, in which they will not join with you:
vbb j pn22 av-x vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22:
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13674
Be sure you never venture upon any action that will provoke them to withdraw from you:
Be sure you never venture upon any actium that will provoke them to withdraw from you:
vbb j pn22 av-x vvi p-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22:
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13675
Oh, do no wicked, no unclean thing that may offend the holy God:
O, do not wicked, no unclean thing that may offend the holy God:
uh, vdb xx j, dx j n1 cst vmb vvi dt j np1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13676
Allow no evil in your hearts, that may make his being in you uncomfortable and unpleasing to him.
Allow no evil in your hearts, that may make his being in you uncomfortable and unpleasing to him.
vvb dx j-jn p-acp po22 n2, cst vmb vvi po31 vbg p-acp pn22 j cc j p-acp pno31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13677
Do not defile the Temple that he dwells in, least you cause him to resolve,
Do not defile the Temple that he dwells in, lest you cause him to resolve,
vdb xx vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp, cs pn22 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi,
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13678
as once he did in reference to Israel, Hos. 5. ult. I will go and return to my place, I will stay no longer with you.
as once he did in Referente to Israel, Hos. 5. ult. I will go and return to my place, I will stay no longer with you.
c-acp a-acp pns31 vdd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd n1. pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp pn22.
(57) part (DIV2)
1778
Page 480
13889
as he will never cast off Christ.
as he will never cast off christ.
c-acp pns31 vmb av-x vvd a-acp np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13679
And thus of the Second Argument with which our Saviour prosecutes his suit, which hath been taken from the end at which he aimed in giving them the glory which he had received from God the Father.
And thus of the Second Argument with which our Saviour prosecutes his suit, which hath been taken from the end At which he aimed in giving them the glory which he had received from God the Father.
cc av pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz po31 n1, r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 dt n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1779
Page 480
13680
And likewise of the third, which hath been taken from the end of Christs inhabitation in believers,
And likewise of the third, which hath been taken from the end of Christ inhabitation in believers,
cc av pp-f dt ord, r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1780
Page 480
13681
and of the Fathers inhabitation in himself, I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one.
and of the Father's inhabitation in himself, I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfect in one.
cc pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp px31, pns11 p-acp pno32, cc pns21 p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1780
Page 480
13682
A fourth is added in the following words, That the world may know that thou hast sent me.
A fourth is added in the following words, That the world may know that thou hast sent me.
dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(57) part (DIV2)
1781
Page 480
13683
But that is but a repetition of the very same that hath been used in the 21. ver.
But that is but a repetition of the very same that hath been used in the 21. ver.
p-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j d cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt crd fw-la.
(57) part (DIV2)
1781
Page 480
13684
and in the very same words. Only this difference there is, in that knowing here is put for believing there:
and in the very same words. Only this difference there is, in that knowing Here is put for believing there:
cc p-acp dt av d n2. j d n1 a-acp vbz, p-acp d vvg av vbz vvn p-acp vvg a-acp:
(57) part (DIV2)
1781
Page 480
13685
For there it is that the world may believe, and here it is that the world may know, &c. To shew that Christ intends not justifying faith in that expression,
For there it is that the world may believe, and Here it is that the world may know, etc. To show that christ intends not justifying faith in that expression,
c-acp a-acp pn31 vbz cst dt n1 vmb vvi, cc av pn31 vbz cst dt n1 vmb vvi, av p-acp n1 cst np1 vvz xx vvg n1 p-acp d n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1781
Page 480
13686
but such a knowledge or acknowledgement of his being sent from God, as the very world themselves, who never did,
but such a knowledge or acknowledgement of his being sent from God, as the very world themselves, who never did,
cc-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 vbg vvn p-acp np1, c-acp dt j n1 px32, r-crq av-x vdd,
(57) part (DIV2)
1781
Page 480
13687
nor never shall believe, are capable of: And in that sense I handled it in that place.
nor never shall believe, Are capable of: And in that sense I handled it in that place.
ccx av-x vmb vvi, vbr j pp-f: cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1781
Page 480
13688
I shall not here insist again upon it, but pass to the fifth Argument, with which our Saviour prosecutes the self same suit.
I shall not Here insist again upon it, but pass to the fifth Argument, with which our Saviour prosecutes the self same suit.
pns11 vmb xx av vvi av p-acp pn31, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz dt n1 d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1782
Page 480
13689
And it is taken from another fruit that it would have in worldly men: It would convince them that believers are exceedingly beloved of God.
And it is taken from Another fruit that it would have in worldly men: It would convince them that believers Are exceedingly Beloved of God.
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1 cst pn31 vmd vhi p-acp j n2: pn31 vmd vvi pno32 d n2 vbr av-vvg vvn pp-f np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1782
Page 481
13690
If they observed them to live in nearest unity and peace together, they would be perswaded thence that they were very much in Gods favour;
If they observed them to live in nearest unity and peace together, they would be persuaded thence that they were very much in God's favour;
cs pns32 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp js n1 cc n1 av, pns32 vmd vbi vvn av cst pns32 vbdr av av-d p-acp npg1 n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1782
Page 481
13691
That they may be perfect in one, that the world may believe that thou hast sent me, That they may be perfect in one, that the world may believe that thou hast sent me,
cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11,
(57) part (DIV2)
1782
Page 481
13692
and that thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me. So that here I might observe:and that thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me. So that Here I might observe:
cc cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. av cst av pns11 vmd vvi:
(57) part (DIV2)
1782
Page 481
13693
DOCTRINE. That it is an apparent evidence of Gods love, when true believers live in unity and peace together.DOCTRINE. That it is an apparent evidence of God's love, when true believers live in unity and peace together.
n1. cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq j n2 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1782
Page 481
13694
It is a sign he bears a singular regard to them, when he makes and keeps them one among themselves;
It is a Signen he bears a singular regard to them, when he makes and keeps them one among themselves;
pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32 pi p-acp px32;
(57) part (DIV2)
1783
Page 481
13695
yea, it is such a sign of Gods love, as worldly men who have but half an eye to see, will mark and take special notice of.
yea, it is such a Signen of God's love, as worldly men who have but half an eye to see, will mark and take special notice of.
uh, pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-acp j n2 r-crq vhb p-acp j-jn dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vmb vvi cc vvi j n1 pp-f.
(57) part (DIV2)
1783
Page 481
13696
Let them be one, saith our Saviour in my Text; why so? That the world may know that thou hast loved them:
Let them be one, Says our Saviour in my Text; why so? That the world may know that thou hast loved them:
vvb pno32 vbi pi, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1; q-crq av? cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno32:
(57) part (DIV2)
1783
Page 481
13697
If they be knit together in holy indissoluble love, the world will see, and be satisfied thereby, that they are much in thy affection,
If they be knit together in holy indissoluble love, the world will see, and be satisfied thereby, that they Are much in thy affection,
cs pns32 vbb vvn av p-acp j j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vbi vvn av, cst pns32 vbr av-d p-acp po21 n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1783
Page 481
13698
and that thou hast a very dear regard to them.
and that thou hast a very dear regard to them.
cc cst pns21 vh2 dt j j-jn n1 p-acp pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1783
Page 481
13699
And hereby you may see, my Brethren, what a stumbling block it is to worldly men,
And hereby you may see, my Brothers, what a stumbling block it is to worldly men,
cc av pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, r-crq dt j-vvg n1 pn31 vbz p-acp j n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13702
Why, they conclude from hence, that certainly God doth not love them, nor any such as they are.
Why, they conclude from hence, that Certainly God does not love them, nor any such as they Are.
uh-crq, pns32 vvb p-acp av, cst av-j np1 vdz xx vvi pno32, ccx d d c-acp pns32 vbr.
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13703
Or if he did, he would unite them, and sweetly knit their hearts together:
Or if he did, he would unite them, and sweetly knit their hearts together:
cc cs pns31 vdd, pns31 vmd vvi pno32, cc av-j vvn po32 n2 av:
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13704
he would not suffer them to live in such a bitter and uncomfortable and unquiet way:
he would not suffer them to live in such a bitter and uncomfortable and unquiet Way:
pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt j cc j cc j n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13705
No, out of question, saith the world, this cannot be the company of men whom God loves,
No, out of question, Says the world, this cannot be the company of men whom God loves,
uh-dx, av pp-f n1, vvz dt n1, d vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 vvz,
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13706
and whom he bears such dear affection to above the rest, what ever their pretences be;
and whom he bears such dear affection to above the rest, what ever their pretences be;
cc r-crq pns31 vvz d j-jn n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq av po32 n2 vbi;
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13707
and therefore we will never joyn with them.
and Therefore we will never join with them.
cc av pns12 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13708
Whereas if there were nothing else but heavenly and holy unity and peace among them, the world would know that they are beloved of God,
Whereas if there were nothing Else but heavenly and holy unity and peace among them, the world would know that they Are Beloved of God,
cs cs pc-acp vbdr pix av cc-acp j cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, dt n1 vmd vvi cst pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13709
and look upon them as the most desirable society of people under heaven. But this I do but glance at in my passage by.
and look upon them as the most desirable society of people under heaven. But this I do but glance At in my passage by.
cc vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. p-acp d pns11 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po11 n1 p-acp.
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13710
The thing that I intend to fasten and insist upon, is the comparison our Saviour hints between his Fathers love to true believers and himself:
The thing that I intend to fasten and insist upon, is the comparison our Saviour hints between his Father's love to true believers and himself:
dt n1 cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp, vbz dt n1 po12 n1 n2 p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp j n2 cc px31:
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13711
By which he intimates it to be much one;
By which he intimates it to be much one;
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi d crd;
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13712
For if you mark it well, our Saviour saith not only, That the world may know that thou hast loved them;
For if you mark it well, our Saviour Says not only, That the world may know that thou hast loved them;
c-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, po12 n1 vvz xx av-j, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno32;
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13713
but that thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me.
but that thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me.
p-acp d pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13714
This out of question is a truth in some sense, or else he would not have the world to know it;
This out of question is a truth in Some sense, or Else he would not have the world to know it;
d av pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc av pns31 vmd xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31;
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13715
How it must be understood, I shall shew you by and by; In the mean time the point is this.
How it must be understood, I shall show you by and by; In the mean time the point is this.
c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp cc a-acp; p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbz d.
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 481
13716
DOCTRINE. That God the Father loves believers, even as he loves Christ himself. This is much, I must acknowledge:DOCTRINE. That God the Father loves believers, even as he loves christ himself. This is much, I must acknowledge:
n1. cst np1 dt n1 vvz n2, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1 px31. d vbz av-d, pns11 vmb vvi:
(57) part (DIV2)
1784
Page 482
13717
And yet you see it is the clear express assertion of the Text; Thou hast loved them, saith Christ, even as thou hast loved me.
And yet you see it is the clear express assertion of the Text; Thou hast loved them, Says christ, even as thou hast loved me.
cc av pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1; pns21 vh2 vvn pno32, vvz np1, av c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(57) part (DIV2)
1785
Page 482
13718
To make way to the opening of it, this must be premised as a thing to be fore-known, that Christ must here be looked upon as Man and Mediator of the Church:
To make Way to the opening of it, this must be premised as a thing to be foreknown, that christ must Here be looked upon as Man and Mediator of the Church:
pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cst np1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1785
Page 482
13719
so he hath been considered all along this prayer. Now under this consideration, the Father loves believers, as he loves him.
so he hath been considered all along this prayer. Now under this consideration, the Father loves believers, as he loves him.
av pns31 vhz vbn vvn d p-acp d n1. av p-acp d n1, dt n1 vvz n2, c-acp pns31 vvz pno31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1785
Page 482
13720
But you will ask me, How, as he doth him? what is the sense of that expression? there lies the weight of all indeed,
But you will ask me, How, as he does him? what is the sense of that expression? there lies the weight of all indeed,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq, c-acp pns31 vdz pn31? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1? pc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f d av,
(57) part (DIV2)
1786
Page 482
13721
and therefore I shall lay it open to you in a few particulars. 1. God the Father loves believers as really and truly, as he loves Christ;
and Therefore I shall lay it open to you in a few particulars. 1. God the Father loves believers as really and truly, as he loves christ;
cc av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j. crd np1 dt n1 vvz n2 c-acp av-j cc av-j, c-acp pns31 vvz np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1786
Page 482
13722
as he hath loved Christ, so he hath also loved them. He hath not loved Christ and not them, but he hath loved Christ and them.
as he hath loved christ, so he hath also loved them. He hath not loved christ and not them, but he hath loved christ and them.
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn np1, av pns31 vhz av vvn pno32. pns31 vhz xx vvn np1 cc xx pno32, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn np1 cc pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1787
Page 482
13723
The one of them as well, that is, as truly as the other.
The one of them as well, that is, as truly as the other.
dt crd pp-f pno32 c-acp av, cst vbz, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n-jn.
(57) part (DIV2)
1787
Page 482
13724
And even as all the love which he declares to Jesus Christ is real, and from the very heart-root, (if I might express it so) so all the love which he discovers to believers is of the very same stamp.
And even as all the love which he declares to jesus christ is real, and from the very heartroot, (if I might express it so) so all the love which he discovers to believers is of the very same stamp.
cc av c-acp d dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 np1 vbz j, cc p-acp dt j n1, (cs pns11 vmd vvi pn31 av) av d dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 vbz pp-f dt j d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1787
Page 482
13725
It is a love without dissimulation, in all respects as high and dear, and cordial, as it seems to be.
It is a love without dissimulation, in all respects as high and dear, and cordial, as it seems to be.
pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n2 c-acp j cc j-jn, cc j, c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi.
(57) part (DIV2)
1787
Page 482
13726
2. God the Father loves believers everlastingly, even as he loves Christ.
2. God the Father loves believers everlastingly, even as he loves christ.
crd np1 dt n1 vvz n2 av-j, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1788
Page 482
13727
And everlastingly he loves them upon both hands, à parte ante, and à parte post, from everlasting to everlasting.
And everlastingly he loves them upon both hands, à parte ante, and à parte post, from everlasting to everlasting.
cc av-j pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n2, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, cc fw-fr fw-la fw-la, p-acp j p-acp j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1788
Page 482
13728
First, he loves believers from everlasting, even as he loves Christ;
First, he loves believers from everlasting, even as he loves christ;
ord, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp j, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13729
for as the time cannot be mentioned (look back as far as you are able) wherein the Father did not love the Son;
for as the time cannot be mentioned (look back as Far as you Are able) wherein the Father did not love the Son;
p-acp c-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn (vvb av c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vbr j) c-crq dt n1 vdd xx vvi dt n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13730
so neither can the time be mentioned, wherein he did not love believers.
so neither can the time be mentioned, wherein he did not love believers.
av dx vmb dt n1 vbb vvn, c-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13731
You know Election was from everlasting, and therefore love must be from everlasting too, which is indeed the Cause and Fountain of Election, as Ephes. 1.5. Having predestinated us to be his children in Christ Jesus according to the good pleasure of his will:
You know Election was from everlasting, and Therefore love must be from everlasting too, which is indeed the Cause and Fountain of Election, as Ephesians 1.5. Having predestinated us to be his children in christ jesus according to the good pleasure of his will:
pn22 vvb n1 vbds p-acp j, cc av n1 vmb vbi p-acp j av, r-crq vbz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 crd. vhg vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi po31 n2 p-acp np1 np1 vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13732
You see Election flows from the good pleasure of the will of God, that is, not only from that pleasure of his will which in it self is good; for so doth Reprobation too;
You see Election flows from the good pleasure of the will of God, that is, not only from that pleasure of his will which in it self is good; for so does Reprobation too;
pn22 vvb n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz, xx av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq p-acp pn31 n1 vbz j; c-acp av vdz n1 av;
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13733
but from the pleasure of his will which is good to us his creatures. It issues from his love, that is, his free and undeserved favour:
but from the pleasure of his will which is good to us his creatures. It issues from his love, that is, his free and undeserved favour:
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp pno12 po31 n2. pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, po31 j cc j n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13734
So that you see he bears good will to true believers, even in the instant of Election, which is from all Eternity,
So that you see he bears good will to true believers, even in the instant of Election, which is from all Eternity,
av cst pn22 vvb pns31 vvz j n1 p-acp j n2, av p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13735
and so by consequence, before they have a being in the world. And this he doth in Christ, as the Apostle shews, Ephes. 1.3. he chooses us in Christ.
and so by consequence, before they have a being in the world. And this he does in christ, as the Apostle shows, Ephesians 1.3. he chooses us in christ.
cc av p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vhb dt vbg p-acp dt n1. cc d pns31 vdz p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13736
In the first place he chooses Christ, and then he chooses us in Christ.
In the First place he chooses christ, and then he chooses us in christ.
p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz np1, cc av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13737
He loves and chooses him first, as Man and Mediator of the Church, and then he loves and chooses us in him, with the same love with which he loves him.
He loves and chooses him First, as Man and Mediator of the Church, and then he loves and chooses us in him, with the same love with which he loves him.
pns31 vvz cc vvz pno31 ord, c-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pns31 vvz cc vvz pno12 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1789
Page 482
13738
Secondly, God the Father loves believers to everlasting, even as he doth love Christ;
Secondly, God the Father loves believers to everlasting, even as he does love christ;
ord, np1 dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp j, av c-acp pns31 vdz vvi np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 482
13739
as he doth never cease to love Christ, so he doth never cease to love them:
as he does never cease to love christ, so he does never cease to love them:
c-acp pns31 vdz av vvi pc-acp vvi np1, av pns31 vdz av vvi pc-acp vvi pno32:
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 482
13740
His love to them is like his love to Christ himself, immutable, he never alters it, nor takes it off again.
His love to them is like his love to christ himself, immutable, he never alters it, nor Takes it off again.
png31 n1 p-acp pno32 vbz av-j png31 n1 p-acp np1 px31, j, pns31 av-x vvz pn31, ccx vvz pn31 a-acp av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 483
13741
The Mountains may depart, and the Hills may be removed, but his kindness shall not depart from his people: The Mountains may depart, and the Hills may be removed, but his kindness shall not depart from his people:
dt n2 vmb vvi, cc dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp po31 n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 483
13742
neither shall the Covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy upon thee, Isa. 54.10. No, it is an everlasting kindness, ver. 8. an everlasting love, Jer. 31.3.neither shall the Covenant of my peace be removed, Says the Lord that hath mercy upon thee, Isaiah 54.10. No, it is an everlasting kindness, ver. 8. an everlasting love, Jer. 31.3.
av-dx vmb dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbi vvn, vvz dt n1 cst vhz n1 p-acp pno21, np1 crd. uh-dx, pn31 vbz dt j n1, fw-la. crd dt j n1, np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 483
13743
A mercy that endures for ever, Psal. 106. So that as he loveth Christ from the beginning to the end, so he loves believers too;A mercy that endures for ever, Psalm 106. So that as he loves christ from the beginning to the end, so he loves believers too;
dt n1 cst vvz p-acp av, np1 crd av d c-acp pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz n2 av;
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 483
13744
He loveth them in this respect even as he loveth him.
He loves them in this respect even as he loves him.
pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 av c-acp pns31 vvz pno31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1790
Page 483
13745
But hath not God been very angry, and displeased with those whom he hath seemed to love in former times? have they not most bitterly complained of it? as the Church, Lament 5. ult.But hath not God been very angry, and displeased with those whom he hath seemed to love in former times? have they not most bitterly complained of it? as the Church, Lament 5. ult.
cc-acp vhz xx np1 vbn av j, cc vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2? vhb pns32 xx av-ds av-j vvn pp-f pn31? p-acp dt n1, vvb crd n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1791
Page 483
13746
where she concludeth her discourse though not her misery with this wofull Epilogue, But thou hast utterly rejected us, thou art very wrath against us.where she Concludeth her discourse though not her misery with this woeful Epilogue, But thou hast utterly rejected us, thou art very wrath against us.
c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 cs xx po31 n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp pns21 vh2 av-j vvn pno12, pns21 vb2r j n1 p-acp pno12.
(57) part (DIV2)
1791
Page 483
13747
And how then shall we take it for a truth, that God doth never cease to love believers, And how then shall we take it for a truth, that God does never cease to love believers,
cc c-crq av vmb pns12 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vdz av-x vvi pc-acp vvi n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1791
Page 483
13748
as he doth never cease to love Christ? as he does never cease to love christ?
c-acp pns31 vdz av vvi pc-acp vvi np1?
(57) part (DIV2)
1791
Page 483
13749
True it is, the Lord is many times offended with believers, as he was with Christ himself.
True it is, the Lord is many times offended with believers, as he was with christ himself.
av-j pn31 vbz, dt n1 vbz d n2 vvn p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp np1 px31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1792
Page 483
13750
He was offended with our Saviour for believers sins: he is offended with believers, for their own sins.
He was offended with our Saviour for believers Sins: he is offended with believers, for their own Sins.
pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2 n2: pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2, p-acp po32 d n2.
(57) part (DIV2)
1792
Page 483
13751
Iniquity, wheresoever he finds it, whether by imputation, or commission, makes him angry.
Iniquity, wheresoever he finds it, whither by imputation, or commission, makes him angry.
n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, cs p-acp n1, cc n1, vvz pno31 j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1792
Page 483
13752
But you must know my brethren, that it is one thing to be angry with a person,
But you must know my brothers, that it is one thing to be angry with a person,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13753
and another thing to hate him.
and Another thing to hate him.
cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13754
Its true indeed that hatred cannot stand with love, for it desireth the not being of the object of it:
Its true indeed that hatred cannot stand with love, for it Desires thee not being of the Object of it:
po31 j av d n1 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pno32 xx vbg pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13755
but anger may consist with it.
but anger may consist with it.
cc-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13756
And even as we are angry many times with those we love best, and who are infinitely dear to us,
And even as we Are angry many times with those we love best, and who Are infinitely dear to us,
cc av c-acp pns12 vbr j d n2 p-acp d pns12 vvb av-js, cc q-crq vbr av-j j-jn p-acp pno12,
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13757
so God was angry with his dearest Son, and he is angry with his dearest Saints,
so God was angry with his dearest Son, and he is angry with his dearest Saints,
av np1 vbds j p-acp po31 js-jn n1, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 js-jn n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13758
and with his best beloved people:
and with his best Beloved people:
cc p-acp po31 js j-vvn n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13759
and yet his love is firm, and constant, and unalterable to them notwithstanding, as will appear if you consider,
and yet his love is firm, and constant, and unalterable to them notwithstanding, as will appear if you Consider,
cc av po31 n1 vbz j, cc j, cc j p-acp pno32 a-acp, c-acp vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb,
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13760
First the shortness, Secondly the fruits of this anger. First, Gods anger with his people is no lasting anger.
First the shortness, Secondly the fruits of this anger. First, God's anger with his people is no lasting anger.
ord dt n1, ord dt n2 pp-f d n1. ord, npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz dx j-vvg n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13761
There is so great a mixture of love and kindness and compassion in it, that it is overcome again upon a suddain, it is very quickly gone.
There is so great a mixture of love and kindness and compassion in it, that it is overcome again upon a sudden, it is very quickly gone.
pc-acp vbz av j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt j, pn31 vbz av av-j vvn.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13762
Indeed his anger to the wicked, is an anger like his love to his people, everlasting:
Indeed his anger to the wicked, is an anger like his love to his people, everlasting:
np1 po31 n1 p-acp dt j, vbz dt n1 av-j po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, j:
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13763
They are a people with whom the Lord is angry for ever. But his anger to his people is but short:
They Are a people with whom the Lord is angry for ever. But his anger to his people is but short:
pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp av. p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp j:
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13764
It is but little, and that little is nothing, it is but for a moment, Isa. 54.8. and that is recompensed with everlasting kindness too.
It is but little, and that little is nothing, it is but for a moment, Isaiah 54.8. and that is recompensed with everlasting kindness too.
pn31 vbz p-acp j, cc cst av-j vbz pix, pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cc d vbz vvn p-acp j n1 av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13765
In a little wrath have I hid my face from thee for a moment, but with everlasting kindness will I have mercy en thee. In a little wrath have I hid my face from thee for a moment, but with everlasting kindness will I have mercy en thee.
p-acp dt j n1 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp j n1 vmb pns11 vhb n1 fw-fr pno21.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13910
2. God will assist us in his service, as he did assist Christ.
2. God will assist us in his service, as he did assist christ.
crd np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vdd vvi np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1812
Page 488
13766
Its true that David said in his distress, that God had cast him off, and that his love and mercy was clean gone for ever.
Its true that David said in his distress, that God had cast him off, and that his love and mercy was clean gone for ever.
pn31|vbz j cst np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cst np1 vhd vvn pno31 a-acp, cc cst po31 n1 cc n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13767
But he corrects himself again in his advised and deliberate thoughts, and ingenuously confesses that he spake the former in his haste, Psal. 31.22. and that the latter was his infirmity, Psal. 77.10.
But he corrects himself again in his advised and deliberate thoughts, and ingenuously Confesses that he spoke the former in his haste, Psalm 31.22. and that the latter was his infirmity, Psalm 77.10.
p-acp pns31 vvz px31 av p-acp po31 j-vvn cc j n2, cc av-j vvz cst pns31 vvd dt j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. cc cst dt d vbds po31 n1, np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13768
Secondly, as for the second, the effects of Gods anger are such as relish strongly of his love to his people:
Secondly, as for the second, the effects of God's anger Are such as relish strongly of his love to his people:
ord, c-acp p-acp dt ord, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr d c-acp vvi av-j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13769
They are not such as he is wont to shew on reprobates and vessels of wrath:
They Are not such as he is wont to show on Reprobates and vessels of wrath:
pns32 vbr xx d c-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn cc n2 pp-f n1:
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13770
They are not rigorous punishments to satisfie his justice, but loving chastisements to hinder and prevent the execution of it.
They Are not rigorous punishments to satisfy his Justice, but loving chastisements to hinder and prevent the execution of it.
pns32 vbr xx j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc-acp j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13771
For when they are afflicted, they are (not punished in propriety of speech, but) chastned,
For when they Are afflicted, they Are (not punished in propriety of speech, but) chastened,
p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr (xx vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp) vvn,
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 483
13772
and that to this end, that they may not be condemned, 1 Cor. 11.32.
and that to this end, that they may not be condemned, 1 Cor. 11.32.
cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn, crd np1 crd.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 484
13773
They are not such as fit them for destruction and border on damnation, as those which he inflicteth on the wicked, such as are given up to strong delusions,
They Are not such as fit them for destruction and border on damnation, as those which he inflicteth on the wicked, such as Are given up to strong delusions,
pns32 vbr xx d c-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j, d c-acp vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n2,
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 484
13774
and to vile affections, and leaveing them to the hardness of their hearts to walk according to their own counsels;
and to vile affections, and leaving them to the hardness of their hearts to walk according to their own Counsels;
cc p-acp j n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po32 d n2;
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 484
13775
but such as make them fit for the inheritance with Saints in light, and work out for them, a far more exceeding and transcendent weight of glory.
but such as make them fit for the inheritance with Saints in Light, and work out for them, a Far more exceeding and transcendent weight of glory.
cc-acp d c-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc n1 av p-acp pno32, dt av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1793
Page 484
13776
God the Father loves believers infinitely, even as he doth love Christ; his love is like himself, nay indeed it is himself;
God the Father loves believers infinitely, even as he does love christ; his love is like himself, nay indeed it is himself;
np1 dt n1 vvz n2 av-j, av c-acp pns31 vdz vvi np1; po31 n1 vbz av-j px31, uh-x av pn31 vbz px31;
(57) part (DIV2)
1794
Page 484
13777
for whatsoever is affirmed of God, is God; And therefore the Apostle saith, that God is love, 1 John 4.16. so that if any ask Whether God love believers as much as he loves Christ? I answer, there are no degrees in that which is infinite.
for whatsoever is affirmed of God, is God; And Therefore the Apostle Says, that God is love, 1 John 4.16. so that if any ask Whither God love believers as much as he loves christ? I answer, there Are no Degrees in that which is infinite.
p-acp r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, vbz np1; cc av dt n1 vvz, cst np1 vbz n1, vvn np1 crd. av cst cs d vvb cs np1 vvb n2 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz np1? pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz j.
(57) part (DIV2)
1794
Page 484
13778
He loves believers out of measure, beyond measure, and just so he loves Christ. Indeed there are degrees in the effects and declaration of the love of God;
He loves believers out of measure, beyond measure, and just so he loves christ. Indeed there Are Degrees in the effects and declaration of the love of God;
pns31 vvz n2 av pp-f n1, p-acp n1, cc av av pns31 vvz np1. av a-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1794
Page 484
13779
and this way it is certain, God hath shewed more love to Christ then he doth to true believers;
and this Way it is certain, God hath showed more love to christ then he does to true believers;
cc d n1 pn31 vbz j, np1 vhz vvn dc n1 p-acp np1 cs pns31 vdz p-acp j n2;
(57) part (DIV2)
1795
Page 484
13780
and yet they share together with him in most of these expressions of his love to him;
and yet they share together with him in most of these expressions of his love to him;
cc av pns32 vvb av p-acp pno31 p-acp ds pp-f d n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31;
(57) part (DIV2)
1795
Page 484
13781
They share together with him in his grace; of his fulness they receive, and grace for grace;
They share together with him in his grace; of his fullness they receive, and grace for grace;
pns32 vvb av p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1; pp-f po31 n1 pns32 vvb, cc n1 p-acp n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1795
Page 484
13782
They share together with him in his glory, as I shewed you very lately;
They share together with him in his glory, as I showed you very lately;
pns32 vvb av p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 av av-j;
(57) part (DIV2)
1795
Page 484
13783
And as his glory is eternal, so is theirs, an exceeding and an eternall weight of glory.
And as his glory is Eternal, so is theirs, an exceeding and an Eternal weight of glory.
cc c-acp po31 n1 vbz j, av vbz png32, dt j-vvg cc dt j n1 pp-f n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1795
Page 484
13784
God the Father loves believers under the same relations that he loves Christ and so in that respect it is the same love.
God the Father loves believers under the same relations that he loves christ and so in that respect it is the same love.
np1 dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt d n2 cst pns31 vvz np1 cc av p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz dt d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13785
He loves them even as he loves Christ.
He loves them even as he loves christ.
pns31 vvz pno32 av c-acp pns31 vvz np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13786
Doth he love Christ as his chosen and elect? for so he calls him, Isa. 42.1. why so he loves believers too.
Does he love christ as his chosen and elect? for so he calls him, Isaiah 42.1. why so he loves believers too.
vdz pns31 vvi np1 p-acp po31 j-vvn cc j-vvn? p-acp av pns31 vvz pno31, np1 crd. uh-crq av pns31 vvz n2 av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13787
Doth he love Christ as his servant? so he loves believers too. Doth he love Christ as his Son? so he loves believers too.
Does he love christ as his servant? so he loves believers too. Does he love christ as his Son? so he loves believers too.
vdz pns31 vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1? av pns31 vvz n2 av. vdz pns31 vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1? av pns31 vvz n2 av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13788
Nay to go beyond Relations, doth he love Christ as himself, because he is one with him? so he loves bevers too,
Nay to go beyond Relations, does he love christ as himself, Because he is one with him? so he loves bevers too,
uh-x p-acp vvi p-acp n2, vdz pns31 vvi np1 p-acp px31, c-acp pns31 vbz pi p-acp pno31? av pns31 vvz n2 av,
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13789
for they are one with him in Christ.
for they Are one with him in christ.
c-acp pns32 vbr crd p-acp pno31 p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13790
So that you see it plain enough that God the Father loves believers even as, &c. And it must needs be so. For, He loves them in Christ.
So that you see it plain enough that God the Father loves believers even as, etc. And it must needs be so. For, He loves them in christ.
av cst pn22 vvb pn31 j av-d cst np1 dt n1 vvz n2 av a-acp, av cc pn31 vmb av vbi av. p-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1796
Page 484
13791
Indeed my brethren, did he love them as distant and separate from Christ, then he might love them with another kind of love.
Indeed my brothers, did he love them as distant and separate from christ, then he might love them with Another kind of love.
np1 po11 n2, vdd pns31 vvi pno32 p-acp j cc vvi p-acp np1, cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13792
But since he loves them as in Christ, and so loves Christ and them as one together; (not asunder,
But since he loves them as in christ, and so loves christ and them as one together; (not asunder,
cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, cc av vvz np1 cc pno32 p-acp crd av; (xx av,
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13793
but together) both must have the same love. As he that loves his friend, cannot distinguish of the love he bears the head,
but together) both must have the same love. As he that loves his friend, cannot distinguish of the love he bears the head,
cc-acp av) d vmb vhi dt d n1. p-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vmbx vvi pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz dt n1,
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13794
and the remainder of the body;
and the remainder of the body;
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13795
so Christ the head and Christ the body (as the Church is called with Christ) 1 Cor. 12.12. are both involved and wrapt up together in the same love.
so christ the head and christ the body (as the Church is called with christ) 1 Cor. 12.12. Are both involved and wrapped up together in the same love.
av np1 dt n1 cc np1 dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1) crd np1 crd. vbr d vvn cc vvn a-acp av p-acp dt d n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13796
He loves them not asunder but together, and therefore certainly, he doth not love them differently (as to the kind of the affection) but alike.
He loves them not asunder but together, and Therefore Certainly, he does not love them differently (as to the kind of the affection) but alike.
pns31 vvz pno32 xx av cc-acp av, cc av av-j, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 av-j (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cc-acp av.
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13797
Christ is his beloved Son in whom he is well pleased;
christ is his Beloved Son in whom he is well pleased;
np1 vbz po31 vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz av vvn;
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13798
not with whom he is well pleased, but in whom he is well pleased with all that are in him,
not with whom he is well pleased, but in whom he is well pleased with all that Are in him,
xx p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz av vvn, cc-acp p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno31,
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13799
and that are members of his body.
and that Are members of his body.
cc d vbr n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13800
Whom he loves, he loves in him, and therefore whom he loves, he loves as him, even as he loveth him.
Whom he loves, he loves in him, and Therefore whom he loves, he loves as him, even as he loves him.
ro-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, cc av r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, av c-acp pns31 vvz pno31.
(57) part (DIV2)
1797
Page 484
13801
As God the Father loves believers in Christ, so he loves them through Christ, and therefore loves them as Christ.
As God the Father loves believers in christ, so he loves them through christ, and Therefore loves them as christ.
p-acp np1 dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp np1, av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1, cc av vvz pno32 p-acp np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 484
13802
His love goes through Christ to them; in the first place he love Christ, and then he loves them through Christ;
His love Goes through christ to them; in the First place he love christ, and then he loves them through christ;
po31 n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp pno32; p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvb np1, cc av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1;
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13803
so that is the same (for kind at least) wherewithall he loves Christ.
so that is the same (for kind At least) wherewithal he loves christ.
av cst vbz dt d (c-acp j p-acp ds) c-crq pns31 vvz np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13804
He is the way from God to us, the pipe the mean, conveyance between God and us,
He is the Way from God to us, the pipe the mean, conveyance between God and us,
pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, dt n1 dt j, n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12,
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13805
and that which he receieveth from the Father, (as Head and Mediator of the Church) he conveyeth down to us:
and that which he receieveth from the Father, (as Head and Mediator of the Church) he conveyeth down to us:
cc cst r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, (c-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno12:
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13806
The very same and no other.
The very same and no other.
dt j d cc dx n-jn.
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13807
The same grace which he receives from God the Father for himself and all his members, he conveyeth down to them.
The same grace which he receives from God the Father for himself and all his members, he conveyeth down to them.
dt d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp px31 cc d po31 n2, pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno32.
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13808
The same glory which he receives from God the Father, he bestows on them, as I have shewed you:
The same glory which he receives from God the Father, he bestows on them, as I have showed you:
dt d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22:
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13809
And so the same love which comes flowing from the Father into him, he carries down to them too;
And so the same love which comes flowing from the Father into him, he carries down to them too;
cc av dt d n1 r-crq vvz j-vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno32 av;
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13810
By which it is apparent, that God loves believers even as he loves Christ.
By which it is apparent, that God loves believers even as he loves christ.
p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst np1 vvz n2 av c-acp pns31 vvz np1.
(57) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13811
JOHN. 17.23. And thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me.JOHN. 17.23. And thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me.
np1. crd. cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(58) part (DIV2)
1798
Page 485
13812
AND thus far we came on the last occasion, by way of explication of the Point.
AND thus Far we Come on the last occasion, by Way of explication of the Point.
cc av av-j pns12 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1800
Page 485
13813
Proceed we now to the Application of it, according to the branches of the explication in their order.
Proceed we now to the Application of it, according to the branches of the explication in their order.
vvb pns12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1800
Page 485
13814
Is it so that God the Father loves believers as really and truly as he loves Christ? This then should teach us in the first place, to depend upon him in all cases and not to doubt him,
Is it so that God the Father loves believers as really and truly as he loves christ? This then should teach us in the First place, to depend upon him in all cases and not to doubt him,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 dt n1 vvz n2 c-acp av-j cc av-j c-acp pns31 vvz np1? np1 av vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 cc xx pc-acp vvi pno31,
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13815
or distrust him, who is true and reall to us.
or distrust him, who is true and real to us.
cc vvb pno31, r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13816
Its that which we are very subject to, when we are brought to streights and difficulties and distresses, our hearts are shaken presently,
Its that which we Are very Subject to, when we Are brought to straights and difficulties and Distresses, our hearts Are shaken presently,
po31 d r-crq pns12 vbr av j-jn p-acp, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 cc n2, po12 n2 vbr vvn av-j,
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13817
and our faith in God fails; we are affraid that God will serve us as unfaithfull friends are wont to do,
and our faith in God fails; we Are afraid that God will serve us as unfaithful Friends Are wont to do,
cc po12 n1 p-acp np1 vvz; pns12 vbr j cst np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vdi,
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13818
when the time of tryal comes; That he will leave us succourless in our distresses.
when the time of trial comes; That he will leave us succourless in our Distresses.
c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz; cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp po12 n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13819
Oh, my beloved, I beseech you take heed how you wrong God, how you give way to one suspicious thought of him, who is so real in his love to you.
O, my Beloved, I beseech you take heed how you wrong God, how you give Way to one suspicious Thought of him, who is so real in his love to you.
uh, po11 j-vvn, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb np1, c-crq pn22 vvb n1 p-acp crd j n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz av j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn22.
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13820
It is an injury of which he cannot choose but be infinitely tender, and that the rather and the more,
It is an injury of which he cannot choose but be infinitely tender, and that the rather and the more,
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vbb av-j j, cc cst dt av-c cc dt av-dc,
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13821
because his heart is so unfeignedly endeared to us.
Because his heart is so unfeignedly endeared to us.
c-acp po31 n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13822
As friends who love us tenderly, if we be alwayes jealous of them, it troubles them exceedingly, they know not how to take it at our hands;
As Friends who love us tenderly, if we be always jealous of them, it Troubles them exceedingly, they know not how to take it At our hands;
p-acp n2 r-crq vvb pno12 av-j, cs pns12 vbb av j pp-f pno32, pn31 vvz pno32 av-vvg, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2;
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13823
so do but think how grievous it will be to God (who loves us as he doth his own Son) to be suspected still on all occasions,
so do but think how grievous it will be to God (who loves us as he does his own Son) to be suspected still on all occasions,
av vdb p-acp vvi c-crq j pn31 vmb vbi p-acp np1 (r-crq vvz pno12 c-acp pns31 vdz po31 d n1) pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp d n2,
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13824
and to have his love questioned.
and to have his love questioned.
cc pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13825
And therefore seeing God is such a faithfull friend, let us commit our selves, and all our wayes to him,
And Therefore seeing God is such a faithful friend, let us commit our selves, and all our ways to him,
cc av vvg np1 vbz d dt j n1, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2, cc d po12 n2 p-acp pno31,
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13826
and let us cast our selves upon him without fear in all cases; Seeing he loves us really, let us trust him perfectly:
and let us cast our selves upon him without Fear in all cases; Seeing he loves us really, let us trust him perfectly:
cc vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2; vvg pns31 vvz pno12 av-j, vvb pno12 vvi pno31 av-j:
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13827
And let us so behave our selves in all conditions, that we may make it to appear that we rely upon him fully without the least suspition of his love to us.
And let us so behave our selves in all conditions, that we may make it to appear that we rely upon him Fully without the least suspicion of his love to us.
cc vvb pno12 av vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1801
Page 485
13828
Is it so that God the Father loves believers as really and truly as he loves Christ? This then should teach us in the second place to love him truly and really again:
Is it so that God the Father loves believers as really and truly as he loves christ? This then should teach us in the second place to love him truly and really again:
vbz pn31 av cst np1 dt n1 vvz n2 c-acp av-j cc av-j c-acp pns31 vvz np1? np1 av vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j cc av-j av:
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 485
13829
To be (as far as it is possible) as undissembled and sincere and cordial in our love to him,
To be (as Far as it is possible) as undissembled and sincere and cordial in our love to him,
pc-acp vbb (c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j) p-acp j cc j cc j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno31,
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 485
13830
as he is in his love to us.
as he is in his love to us.
c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 485
13831
Oh, my beloved, let us not answer true love with feigned love, nor real with pretended love;
O, my Beloved, let us not answer true love with feigned love, nor real with pretended love;
uh, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 xx vvi j n1 p-acp j-vvn n1, ccx j p-acp vvd n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13832
that would be an ill requital.
that would be an ill requital.
cst vmd vbi dt j-jn n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13833
We all profess a great deal of affection to the Lord, we say we love him:
We all profess a great deal of affection to the Lord, we say we love him:
pns12 d vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pno31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13834
but if he should examine us, and sift us man by man, as once our Saviour did Peter, Lovest thou me? dost thou love me? dost thou indeed? could we reply with him Oh Lord thou knowest that we love thee;
but if he should examine us, and sift us man by man, as once our Saviour did Peter, Lovest thou me? dost thou love me? dost thou indeed? could we reply with him O Lord thou Knowest that we love thee;
cc-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno12, cc vvi pno12 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp c-acp po12 n1 vdd np1, vv2 pns21 pno11? vd2 pns21 vvi pno11? vd2 pns21 av? vmd pns12 vvi p-acp pno31 uh n1 pns21 vv2 cst pns12 vvb pno21;
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13835
Thou knowest that our hearts are right to thee. If God should ask us, as Jehu did Jehonadab, 2 Kings 10.25.
Thou Knowest that our hearts Are right to thee. If God should ask us, as Jehu did Jehonadab, 2 Kings 10.25.
pns21 vv2 d po12 n2 vbr j-jn p-acp pno21. cs np1 vmd vvi pno12, c-acp np1 vdd np1, crd n2 crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13836
Is thine heart right as my heart is with thy heart? can you reply,Is thine heart right as my heart is with thy heart? can you reply,
vbz po21 n1 j-jn p-acp po11 n1 vbz p-acp po21 n1? vmb pn22 vvi,
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13837
as he? It is. So you may think indeed, and yet you may decieve your own souls.
as he? It is. So you may think indeed, and yet you may decieve your own Souls.
c-acp pns31? pn31 vbz. av pn22 vmb vvi av, cc av pn22 vmb vvb po22 d n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13838
The Apostle speaks of some who love the Lord in sincerity, Eph. 6.24. by which he intimates that there are some who do not so, who love him hypocritically, not sincerely;
The Apostle speaks of Some who love the Lord in sincerity, Ephesians 6.24. by which he intimates that there Are Some who do not so, who love him hypocritically, not sincerely;
dt n1 vvz pp-f d r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst a-acp vbr d r-crq vdb xx av, r-crq vvb pno31 av-j, xx av-j;
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13839
whose love to God is like the love of many to their brethren, in word and in shew, not in deed and in truth:
whose love to God is like the love of many to their brothers, in word and in show, not in deed and in truth:
rg-crq n1 p-acp np1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f d p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13840
and therefore it concerns us to examine whether the love we bear to God, be NONLATINALPHABET, without dissimulation, yea or no,
and Therefore it concerns us to examine whither the love we bear to God, be, without dissimulation, yea or no,
cc av pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi cs dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, vbb, p-acp n1, uh cc uh-dx,
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13841
as the Apostles phrase is, Rom. 12.9.
as the Apostles phrase is, Rom. 12.9.
c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13842
And thus far of the Application of the Point, in reference to the first branch of the Explication of it: Proceed we to the second.
And thus Far of the Application of the Point, in Referente to the First branch of the Explication of it: Proceed we to the second.
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31: vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord.
(58) part (DIV2)
1802
Page 486
13843
Doth God the Father love believers everlastingly, even as he loves Christ? this then may cheer and comfort up the hearts of all believers, who though they have had sweet experience of the love of God to them,
Does God the Father love believers everlastingly, even as he loves christ? this then may cheer and Comfort up the hearts of all believers, who though they have had sweet experience of the love of God to them,
vdz n1 dt n1 vvb n2 av-j, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1? d av vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq cs pns32 vhb vhn j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32,
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13844
yet are inclinable to fear that it may be withdrawn again from them.
yet Are inclinable to Fear that it may be withdrawn again from them.
av vbr j pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32.
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13845
And surely there are many such, who even waste and pine away themselves in such perplexed thoughts as these are;
And surely there Are many such, who even waste and pine away themselves in such perplexed thoughts as these Are;
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d d, r-crq av n1 cc vvi av px32 p-acp d j-vvn n2 p-acp d vbr;
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13846
Oh they shall never persevere and continue to the end, they shall fall away at last from Gods favour,
O they shall never persevere and continue to the end, they shall fallen away At last from God's favour,
uh pns32 vmb av-x vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp ord p-acp ng1 n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13847
and so they shall be lost for ever. Now I beseech you, quiet and secure your selves in this particular;
and so they shall be lost for ever. Now I beseech you, quiet and secure your selves in this particular;
cc av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av. av pns11 vvb pn22, j-jn cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp d j;
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13848
the Lord that hath begun to love you, will persist to love you on to all eternity;
the Lord that hath begun to love you, will persist to love you on to all eternity;
dt n1 cst vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn22, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13849
as he hath loved you from the beginning, so he will surely love you to the end.
as he hath loved you from the beginning, so he will surely love you to the end.
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13850
As he hath loved you from everlasting, so he will love you to everlasting, even as he loves Christ.
As he hath loved you from everlasting, so he will love you to everlasting, even as he loves christ.
p-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp j, av pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13851
When he gives over loving Christ, then and not till then, my brethren he will give over loving you;
When he gives over loving christ, then and not till then, my brothers he will give over loving you;
c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j-vvg np1, av cc xx c-acp av, po11 n2 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp vvg pn22;
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13929
Having had the fruit to holiness, we shall receive the end eternal life. Having had the fruit to holiness, we shall receive the end Eternal life.
vhg vhn dt n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 j n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13852
when he withdraws his heart from Christ, the darling of his own bosome, he will withdraw his heart from you too.
when he withdraws his heart from christ, the darling of his own bosom, he will withdraw his heart from you too.
c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, dt n-jn pp-f po31 d n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22 av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13853
Believe it, Jesus Christ and you must fare alike in this respect, you must be hated or be loved together.
Believe it, jesus christ and you must fare alike in this respect, you must be hated or be loved together.
vvb pn31, np1 np1 cc pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn cc vbi vvn av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1803
Page 486
13854
And therefore do not fear of falling from the love of God, though you have many failings, many imperfections in you;
And Therefore do not Fear of falling from the love of God, though you have many failings, many imperfections in you;
cc av vdb xx vvi pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn22 vhb d n2-vvg, d n2 p-acp pn22;
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13855
do not doubt that they will cause the Lord to hate you.
do not doubt that they will cause the Lord to hate you.
vdb xx vvi cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22.
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13856
No, no, the love of God is large enough to cover a multitude of them, and none of them shall separate you from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 8.39. Observe it well, it is a love in Jesus Christ;
No, no, the love of God is large enough to cover a multitude of them, and none of them shall separate you from the love of God which is in christ jesus our Lord, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 8.39. Observe it well, it is a love in jesus christ;
uh-dx, uh-dx, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc pix pp-f pno32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 np1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13857
he loveth us in loving Christ, as being part of Christ; we are involved and wrapt up together with him in the same love:
he loves us in loving christ, as being part of christ; we Are involved and wrapped up together with him in the same love:
pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp j-vvg np1, c-acp vbg n1 pp-f np1; pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13858
so that if our infirmities should separate us from the love of God, they must separate Christ with us.
so that if our infirmities should separate us from the love of God, they must separate christ with us.
av cst cs po12 n2 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13859
If God and we part, God and Christ must part too.
If God and we part, God and christ must part too.
cs np1 cc pns12 vvb, np1 cc np1 vmb vvi av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13860
Oh think on this, my brethren, when your fears of losing Gods favour are most prevailing with you,
O think on this, my brothers, when your fears of losing God's favour Are most prevailing with you,
uh vvb p-acp d, po11 n2, c-crq po22 n2 pp-f vvg npg1 n1 vbr av-ds vvg p-acp pn22,
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13861
and have greatest power upon you.
and have greatest power upon you.
cc vhb js n1 p-acp pn22.
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13862
This take for all, and rest upon it, he can no sooner cease to love you,
This take for all, and rest upon it, he can no sooner cease to love you,
np1 vvb p-acp d, cc n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb av-dx av-c vvi pc-acp vvi pn22,
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13863
then you can cease to love Christ.
then you can cease to love christ.
cs pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1804
Page 486
13864
Doth God the Father love believers infinitely even as he loves Christ? Oh then, what may you not expect from such love as this is? A love that hath no bounds, no measures.
Does God the Father love believers infinitely even as he loves christ? O then, what may you not expect from such love as this is? A love that hath no bounds, no measures.
vdz n1 dt n1 vvb n2 av-j av c-acp pns31 vvz np1? uh av, q-crq vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp d vbz? dt n1 cst vhz dx n2, dx n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1805
Page 487
13865
What will not God do for you, in all conditions and in all cases? what will not God give you? what will not God forgive you? what can you want,
What will not God do for you, in all conditions and in all cases? what will not God give you? what will not God forgive you? what can you want,
q-crq vmb xx np1 vdb p-acp pn22, p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2? q-crq vmb xx np1 vvi pn22? q-crq vmb xx np1 vvb pn22? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi,
(58) part (DIV2)
1805
Page 487
13866
if God love you in this manner? Let your hearts dwell upon the meditation of it, especially when you are in trouble.
if God love you in this manner? Let your hearts dwell upon the meditation of it, especially when you Are in trouble.
cs np1 vvb pn22 p-acp d n1? vvb po22 n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av-j c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1805
Page 487
13867
When penal miseries are desperate and extream, when they are very sore upon you, that you know not what to do, Think with your selves, Is it a likely thing that God will suffer you to perish or miscarry? the God that loves you infinitely even as he loves Christ himself? Indeed if he did love you only with an ordinary love, you had some colour then to doubt, that he might be regardless of you.
When penal misery's Are desperate and extreme, when they Are very soar upon you, that you know not what to do, Think with your selves, Is it a likely thing that God will suffer you to perish or miscarry? the God that loves you infinitely even as he loves christ himself? Indeed if he did love you only with an ordinary love, you had Some colour then to doubt, that he might be regardless of you.
c-crq j n2 vbr j cc j-jn, c-crq pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, vvb p-acp po22 n2, vbz pn31 dt j n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi cc vvi? dt n1 cst vvz pn22 av-j av c-acp pns31 vvz np1 px31? np1 cs pns31 vdd vvi pn22 av-j p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vhd d n1 av pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pp-f pn22.
(58) part (DIV2)
1806
Page 487
13868
But since he loves you so unmeasurably, as he doth, how can you think that he will stand and see you sink away to ruine,
But since he loves you so unmeasurably, as he does, how can you think that he will stand and see you sink away to ruin,
cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pn22 av av-j, c-acp pns31 vdz, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvb pn22 vvb av pc-acp vvi,
(58) part (DIV2)
1806
Page 487
13869
and not stretch out his hand to save you? Suppose Christ were in your case (if it were to be supposed) that he were brought to such an exigent as you are,
and not stretch out his hand to save you? Suppose christ were in your case (if it were to be supposed) that he were brought to such an exigent as you Are,
cc xx vvi av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22? vvb np1 vbdr p-acp po22 n1 (cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn) cst pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pn22 vbr,
(58) part (DIV2)
1806
Page 487
13930
If we be faithfull to the death, we shall receive the Crown of life, Apoc. 2.10.If we be faithful to the death, we shall receive the Crown of life, Apocalypse 2.10.
cs pns12 vbb j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13870
how tender would the Father be of him? how would his bowels yearn upon him? how would he hasten to relieve him? What is it thou, saith God, that are brought to such distress? and art thou likely to be ruined and undone? what thou my dear and pleasant child, my own beloved son? Alas, I pitty thee, I melt upon thee, I will help thee presently, I will not see thee to continue long in such misery as this is.
how tender would the Father be of him? how would his bowels yearn upon him? how would he hasten to relieve him? What is it thou, Says God, that Are brought to such distress? and art thou likely to be ruined and undone? what thou my dear and pleasant child, my own Beloved son? Alas, I pity thee, I melt upon thee, I will help thee presently, I will not see thee to continue long in such misery as this is.
c-crq j vmd dt n1 vbb pp-f pno31? q-crq vmd po31 n2 vvi p-acp pno31? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi pno31? q-crq vbz pn31 pns21, vvz np1, cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1? cc vb2r pns21 j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn? q-crq pns21 po11 j-jn cc j n1, po11 d j-vvn n1? np1, pns11 vvb pno21, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av-j, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1 c-acp d vbz.
(58) part (DIV2)
1806
Page 487
13871
Why my beloved, just as God would deal with Christ in such a case, even so will he deal with you;
Why my Beloved, just as God would deal with christ in such a case, even so will he deal with you;
q-crq po11 j-vvn, j c-acp np1 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, av av vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pn22;
(58) part (DIV2)
1806
Page 487
13872
for he loves you, even as he loveth him.
for he loves you, even as he loves him.
c-acp pns31 vvz pn22, av c-acp pns31 vvz pno31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1806
Page 487
13873
So when your sins lie heavy on you, and you are even afraid that God will never pardon you, your provocations are so many and so great, you vex him every day, and every hour without ceasing:
So when your Sins lie heavy on you, and you Are even afraid that God will never pardon you, your provocations Are so many and so great, you vex him every day, and every hour without ceasing:
av c-crq po22 n2 vvb j p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vbr av j cst np1 vmb av-x vvi pn22, po22 n2 vbr av d cc av j, pn22 vvb pno31 d n1, cc d n1 p-acp vvg:
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13874
you do not give him any breathing time: and therefore you are apt to think sometimes, his patience will be out at last,
you do not give him any breathing time: and Therefore you Are apt to think sometime, his patience will be out At last,
pn22 vdb xx vvi pno31 d n-vvg n1: cc av pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, po31 n1 vmb vbi av p-acp ord,
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13875
and you shall pay for all together.
and you shall pay for all together.
cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13876
Indeed my brethren, if his love were but as the love of man, you had ground enough to fear it.
Indeed my brothers, if his love were but as the love of man, you had ground enough to Fear it.
np1 po11 n2, cs po31 n1 vbdr cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vhd n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13877
For who is able alwayes to forgive injuries without number, and without measure? But since his love is infinite,
For who is able always to forgive injuries without number, and without measure? But since his love is infinite,
p-acp r-crq vbz j av pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1? cc-acp c-acp po31 n1 vbz j,
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13878
and there is no end of it, it cannot be too narrow, and too scant for you.
and there is no end of it, it cannot be too narrow, and too scant for you.
cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vmbx vbi av j, cc av av-j c-acp pn22.
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13879
What may you not expect from an infinite love? Oh my beloved, I beseech you, do not limit it, do not set bounds to it:
What may you not expect from an infinite love? O my Beloved, I beseech you, do not limit it, do not Set bounds to it:
q-crq vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp dt j n1? uh po11 j-vvn, pns11 vvb pn22, vdb xx vvi pn31, vdb xx vvi n2 p-acp pn31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13880
do not think thus far the love of God may cause him to forbear us, and forgive us, but beyond this it will not go.
do not think thus Far the love of God may cause him to forbear us, and forgive us, but beyond this it will not go.
vdb xx vvi av av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12, cc-acp p-acp d pn31 vmb xx vvi.
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13881
Ah my beloved, if you be humble and believing souls, it is a bottomless and boundless love to you:
Ah my Beloved, if you be humble and believing Souls, it is a bottomless and boundless love to you:
uh po11 j-vvn, cs pn22 vbb j cc j-vvg n2, pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp pn22:
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13882
it will go beyond all that you can think, further then you are able to imagine.
it will go beyond all that you can think, further then you Are able to imagine.
pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d cst pn22 vmb vvi, av-jc cs pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi.
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13883
And therefore do not cast away your confidence, but roll your selves on this unmeasurable love of God in all cases. Your sins are finite: that is infinite: your sins have limits: that hath none.
And Therefore do not cast away your confidence, but roll your selves on this unmeasurable love of God in all cases. Your Sins Are finite: that is infinite: your Sins have Limits: that hath none.
cc av vdb xx vvi av po22 n1, cc-acp vvb po22 n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. po22 n2 vbr j: cst vbz j: po22 n2 vhb n2: cst vhz pix.
(58) part (DIV2)
1807
Page 487
13884
Doth God the Father love believers, under the same relations as he loves Christ? doth he love them as his chosen,
Does God the Father love believers, under the same relations as he loves christ? does he love them as his chosen,
vdz n1 dt n1 vvb n2, p-acp dt d n2 c-acp pns31 vvz np1? vdz pns31 vvi pno32 p-acp po31 j-vvn,
(58) part (DIV2)
1808
Page 487
13885
as his servants, as his children? This then administers incomparable sweet & pretious comfort, to all that do in deed and truth, believe in Christ.
as his Servants, as his children? This then administers incomparable sweet & precious Comfort, to all that do in deed and truth, believe in christ.
c-acp po31 n2, c-acp po31 n2? np1 av n2 j j cc j n1, p-acp d cst vdb p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1808
Page 487
13886
The love of God to them is like to that he bears to Christ, under all these three relations.
The love of God to them is like to that he bears to christ, under all these three relations.
dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vbz av-j p-acp cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1, p-acp d d crd n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1808
Page 487
13887
And this involveth blessed priviledges and carries high things in it, as I shall shew you in their order.
And this involveth blessed privileges and carries high things in it, as I shall show you in their order.
cc d vvz vvn n2 cc vvz j n2 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po32 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1808
Page 488
13888
Doth God the Father love believers as his chosen, even as he loves Christ? Then surely he will never cast them off again,
Does God the Father love believers as his chosen, even as he loves christ? Then surely he will never cast them off again,
vdz n1 dt n1 vvb n2 p-acp po31 j-vvn, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1? av av-j pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno32 a-acp av,
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13890
There are some whom God chooses out of a common love, to common priviledges and advancements, whom in the issue he rejects again:
There Are Some whom God chooses out of a Common love, to Common privileges and advancements, whom in the issue he rejects again:
pc-acp vbr d r-crq np1 vvz av pp-f dt j n1, p-acp j n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz av:
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13891
he repents that he hath chosen them to such a dignity, place, and office, and so he even casts them off again.
he repents that he hath chosen them to such a dignity, place, and office, and so he even Cast them off again.
pns31 vvz cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d dt n1, n1, cc n1, cc av pns31 av vvz pno32 a-acp av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13892
And thus he dealt you know with Saul and Judas. But he chose Christ out of a special and peculiar love, never to be reversed again.
And thus he dealt you know with Saul and Judas. But he chosen christ out of a special and peculiar love, never to be reversed again.
cc av pns31 vvd pn22 vvb p-acp np1 cc np1. p-acp pns31 vvd np1 av pp-f dt j cc j n1, av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13893
And just so he chose us in and by and through Christ, out of the very same love,
And just so he chosen us in and by and through christ, out of the very same love,
cc av av pns31 vvd pno12 a-acp cc p-acp cc p-acp np1, av pp-f dt j d n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13894
and with the very same intentions (in reference to revocation) that he chose Christ.
and with the very same intentions (in Referente to revocation) that he chosen christ.
cc p-acp dt j d n2 (p-acp n1 p-acp n1) cst pns31 vvd np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13895
And what will God cast away his people, whom he hath foreknown from everlasting? whom he hath chosen in his Son Christ, before the foundation of the world was laid, as the Apostle speaks, Eph. 1.4. No, no;
And what will God cast away his people, whom he hath foreknown from everlasting? whom he hath chosen in his Son christ, before the Foundation of the world was laid, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 1.4. No, no;
cc q-crq vmb np1 vvi av po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j? ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. uh-dx, uh-dx;
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13896
his choice of us, is as unalterable as his choice of Christ himself.
his choice of us, is as unalterable as his choice of christ himself.
po31 n1 pp-f pno12, vbz a-acp j c-acp po31 n1 pp-f np1 px31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13897
And when he casts away Christ, then and not till then (my brethren,) will he cast away us.
And when he Cast away christ, then and not till then (my brothers,) will he cast away us.
cc c-crq pns31 vvz av np1, av cc xx c-acp av (po11 n2,) vmb pns31 vvd av pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1809
Page 488
13898
Doth God the Father love believers as his servants, even as he loves Christ? Then surely he will deal with us in this regard, much as he dealt with Christ,
Does God the Father love believers as his Servants, even as he loves christ? Then surely he will deal with us in this regard, much as he dealt with christ,
vdz n1 dt n1 vvb n2 p-acp po31 n2, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1? av av-j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, av-d c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1810
Page 488
13899
as I shall shew you in a few particulars. 1. He will uphold us, as he did uphold Christ.
as I shall show you in a few particulars. 1. He will uphold us, as he did uphold christ.
c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j. crd pns31 vmb vvi pno12, c-acp pns31 vdd vvi np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1810
Page 488
13900
A Master will uphold his servant in any business or employment that he setteth him about:
A Master will uphold his servant in any business or employment that he sets him about:
dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp:
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13901
Especially a servant that he loves.
Especially a servant that he loves.
av-j dt n1 cst pns31 vvz.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13902
So did God uphold Christ, and he seems to glory in it, and to call us to observe it, Isa. 42.1. Behold my Servant whom I uphold;
So did God uphold christ, and he seems to glory in it, and to call us to observe it, Isaiah 42.1. Behold my Servant whom I uphold;
av vdd np1 vvi np1, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd. vvb po11 n1 ro-crq pns11 vvb;
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13903
I am resolved to bear him out, meddle with him he that dare.
I am resolved to bear him out, meddle with him he that Dare.
pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av, vvb p-acp pno31 pns31 cst vvb.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13904
Indeed when the appointed time was come, he gave him up to suffer what he had designed him to.
Indeed when the appointed time was come, he gave him up to suffer what he had designed him to.
np1 c-crq dt j-vvn n1 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13905
But in the interim, he bore him out, so that no projects, no attempts could take against him;
But in the interim, he boar him out, so that no projects, no attempts could take against him;
p-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd pno31 av, av cst dx n2, dx n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno31;
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13906
they could not seize upon him, they could not hurt him (saith the Gospel story) because his hour was not yet come.
they could not seize upon him, they could not hurt him (Says the Gospel story) Because his hour was not yet come.
pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 (vvz dt n1 n1) p-acp po31 n1 vbds xx av vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13907
Even so will God uphold us, untill our hour be come too. For we are servants whom he loves even as he loved Christ.
Even so will God uphold us, until our hour be come too. For we Are Servants whom he loves even as he loved christ.
av av vmb np1 vvi pno12, c-acp po12 n1 vbi vvn av. c-acp pns12 vbr n2 ro-crq pns31 vvz av c-acp pns31 vvd np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13908
And as he is a loving, so he is an al-sufficient and almighty Master, as he said to Abraham, when he took him to be a Covenant-servant to him, Gen. 17.1.
And as he is a loving, so he is an All-sufficient and almighty Master, as he said to Abraham, when he took him to be a Covenant servant to him, Gen. 17.1.
cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt j-vvg, av pns31 vbz dt j cc j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13909
And therefore he will be not only a reward, but a shield to his servants; a shield and an exceeding great reward, as his own expression is, Gen. 15.1. A reward for their salvation, and a shield for their protection.
And Therefore he will be not only a reward, but a shield to his Servants; a shield and an exceeding great reward, as his own expression is, Gen. 15.1. A reward for their salvation, and a shield for their protection.
cc av pns31 vmb vbi xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; dt n1 cc dt j-vvg j n1, p-acp po31 d n1 vbz, np1 crd. dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1811
Page 488
13911
Christ had a piece of work you know in hand that was very difficult, so that he sweat, and that not ordinary sweat,
christ had a piece of work you know in hand that was very difficult, so that he sweat, and that not ordinary sweat,
np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vvb p-acp n1 cst vbds av j, av cst pns31 vvb, cc cst xx j n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1812
Page 488
13912
but drops of blood trickling down upon the earth. Yea, more then so, he fainted, while he was about it:
but drops of blood trickling down upon the earth. Yea, more then so, he fainted, while he was about it:
cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. uh, av-dc cs av, pns31 vvd, cs pns31 vbds p-acp pn31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1812
Page 488
13913
But God his Master that employed him, took a special care of him, and sent an Angel down from heaven of purpose to comfort him, and strengthen him, Luke 22.43.
But God his Master that employed him, took a special care of him, and sent an Angel down from heaven of purpose to Comfort him, and strengthen him, Lycia 22.43.
cc-acp np1 po31 n1 cst vvd pno31, vvd dt j n1 pp-f pno31, cc vvd dt n1 a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31, av crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1812
Page 488
13914
And when as man he feared how he should hold out and how he should go through with the business (as to any self sufficiency as a Creature) and so wept and cried to God, he had a very sweet return as you may see, Heb. 5.7. When in the dayes of his flesh he had offered up prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears to him that was able to save him, he was heard in that he feared.
And when as man he feared how he should hold out and how he should go through with the business (as to any self sufficiency as a Creature) and so wept and cried to God, he had a very sweet return as you may see, Hebrew 5.7. When in the days of his Flesh he had offered up Prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears to him that was able to save him, he was herd in that he feared.
cc c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vmd vvi av cc c-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 (c-acp p-acp d n1 n1 p-acp dt n1) cc av vvd cc vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vhd dt av j n1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. c-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vhd vvn a-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp j n-vvg cc n2 p-acp pno31 cst vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp cst pns31 vvd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1812
Page 488
13915
Just so doth God support us in the work he calls us to; for we are servants whom he loves, even as he loved Christ.
Just so does God support us in the work he calls us to; for we Are Servants whom he loves, even as he loved christ.
av av vdz np1 vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp; c-acp pns12 vbr n2 ro-crq pns31 vvz, av c-acp pns31 vvd np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13916
If he perceive the service that we have in hand, to be too difficult and hard for us,
If he perceive the service that we have in hand, to be too difficult and hard for us,
cs pns31 vvb dt n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi av j cc j p-acp pno12,
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13917
then in comes God, and puts his own hand to the work.
then in comes God, and puts his own hand to the work.
av p-acp vvz np1, cc vvz po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13918
What, canst thou not go through with it? Come let me help thee, saith the Lord.
What, Canst thou not go through with it? Come let me help thee, Says the Lord.
q-crq, vm2 pns21 xx vvi p-acp p-acp pn31? np1 vvb pno11 vvi pno21, vvz dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13919
It is observed of the Levites, that God helped them, 1 Chron. 15.26. And the Apostle tells us, that the spirit helpeth our infirmities, Rom. 8.26. he stands against us, and bears up the burthen with us.
It is observed of the Levites, that God helped them, 1 Chronicles 15.26. And the Apostle tells us, that the Spirit Helpeth our infirmities, Rom. 8.26. he Stands against us, and bears up the burden with us.
pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt np2, cst np1 vvd pno32, vvn np1 crd. cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 vvz po12 n2, np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cc vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13920
So that the weakest servants of the Lord need not fear the hardest service, or the heaviest burthen,
So that the Weakest Servants of the Lord need not Fear the Hardest service, or the Heaviest burden,
av cst dt js n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb xx vvb dt js n1, cc dt js n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13921
when he hath such a one to help him, and when those everlasting arms are underneath him,
when he hath such a one to help him, and when those everlasting arms Are underneath him,
c-crq pns31 vhz d dt pi pc-acp vvi pno31, cc c-crq d j n2 vbr p-acp pno31,
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13922
as the Prophet speaks, Deut. 33.27. What said the Lord to Paul, when he was hard bestead, and when he was about to faint? My grace is sufficient for thee.
as the Prophet speaks, Deuteronomy 33.27. What said the Lord to Paul, when he was hard besteaded, and when he was about to faint? My grace is sufficient for thee.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. q-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds av-j vvn, cc c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi? po11 n1 vbz j p-acp pno21.
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13923
And this made Paul to say, I can do all things through Christ that strengthneth me, Phil. 4.13.
And this made Paul to say, I can do all things through christ that strengtheneth me, Philip 4.13.
cc d vvn np1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11, np1 crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1813
Page 489
13924
3. Out of this love, God will reward us for the service that he enables us to do, as he did reward Christ.
3. Out of this love, God will reward us for the service that he enables us to do, as he did reward christ.
crd av pp-f d n1, np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi, c-acp pns31 vdd vvi np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13925
As soon as he had done his work, he had his wages down upon the nail,
As soon as he had done his work, he had his wages down upon the nail,
p-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vdn po31 n1, pns31 vhd po31 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13926
for he was heard in that prayer, John 15.4. I have glorified thee upon earth, I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do:
for he was herd in that prayer, John 15.4. I have glorified thee upon earth, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do:
c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pc-acp vdi:
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13927
and now Oh Father glorifie me with thy self. and now O Father Glorify me with thy self.
cc av uh n1 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13928
And so as soon as we have ended and dispatched the business that God hath put into our hands, we shall receive our own reward according to our own labour.
And so as soon as we have ended and dispatched the business that God hath put into our hands, we shall receive our own reward according to our own labour.
cc av c-acp av c-acp pns12 vhb vvn cc vvd dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi po12 d n1 vvg p-acp po12 d n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13933
as Christ doth in the forealledged place, We have glorified thee on earth, we have finished the work which thou gavest us to do:
as christ does in the forealledged place, We have glorified thee on earth, we have finished the work which thou Gavest us to do:
c-acp np1 vdz p-acp dt vvn n1, pns12 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno12 pc-acp vdi:
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13934
and now O Father glorifie us with thy self; and we may sing our dying Song with the Apostle, 1 Tim. 4.7. We have fought a good fight, we have finished our Course:
and now Oh Father Glorify us with thy self; and we may sing our dying Song with the Apostle, 1 Tim. 4.7. We have fought a good fight, we have finished our Course:
cc av uh n1 vvi pno12 p-acp po21 n1; cc pns12 vmb vvi po12 j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns12 vhb vvn po12 n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13935
henceforth there is laid up for us a Crown of righteousness which God the righteous Judge will give us. henceforth there is laid up for us a Crown of righteousness which God the righteous Judge will give us.
av pc-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 dt j n1 vmb vvi pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1814
Page 489
13936
Doth God the Father love believers as his Children, even as he loves Christ? doth he affect them under that relation too,
Does God the Father love believers as his Children, even as he loves christ? does he affect them under that Relation too,
vdz n1 dt n1 vvb n2 p-acp po31 n2, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1? vdz pns31 vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 av,
(58) part (DIV2)
1815
Page 489
13937
and that as he doth Christ? Then surely he will shew him self a loving Father to them as he doth to Christ,
and that as he does christ? Then surely he will show him self a loving Father to them as he does to christ,
cc d c-acp pns31 vdz np1? av av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno31 n1 dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp np1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1815
Page 489
13938
and that especially in two respects. 1. He will hear them as he doth hear Christ.
and that especially in two respects. 1. He will hear them as he does hear christ.
cc cst av-j p-acp crd n2. crd pns31 vmb vvi pno32 c-acp pns31 vdz vvi np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1815
Page 489
13939
You know it is but ask and have, with Christ. Thou art my Son, saith God the Father to our Saviour, Psa. 2.6. this day I have begotten thee.
You know it is but ask and have, with christ. Thou art my Son, Says God the Father to our Saviour, Psa. 2.6. this day I have begotten thee.
pn22 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp vvi cc vhb, p-acp np1. pns21 vb2r po11 n1, vvz np1 dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd. d n1 pns11 vhb vvn pno21.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 489
13940
And what follows? Ask of me and I will give thee. And this is that which Christ himself acknowledges, John 11.42. Father, I thank thee because thou hast heard me.
And what follows? Ask of me and I will give thee. And this is that which christ himself acknowledges, John 11.42. Father, I thank thee Because thou hast herd me.
cc r-crq vvz? vvb pp-f pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21. cc d vbz d r-crq np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd. n1, pns11 vvb pno21 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 489
13941
Yea so he might in that particular, and yet he might deny him in another. But mark what followes presently, and I know thou hearest me alwayes.
Yea so he might in that particular, and yet he might deny him in Another. But mark what follows presently, and I know thou Hearst me always.
uh av pns31 vmd p-acp d j, cc av pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn. p-acp n1 r-crq vvz av-j, cc pns11 vvb pns21 vv2 pno11 av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 489
13942
Thou art my Father, and I am thy Son, and hence it is that thou art so inclinable to hear me, to let me have my own asking.
Thou art my Father, and I am thy Son, and hence it is that thou art so inclinable to hear me, to let me have my own asking.
pns21 vb2r po11 n1, cc pns11 vbm po21 n1, cc av pn31 vbz d pns21 vb2r av j pc-acp vvi pno11, pc-acp vvi pno11 vhi po11 d n-vvg.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 489
13943
Even so will God hear us in every thing that we desire according to his will,
Even so will God hear us in every thing that we desire according to his will,
np1 av vmb np1 vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 489
13944
for we are Children also whom he loves, even as he loves Christ.
for we Are Children also whom he loves, even as he loves christ.
c-acp pns12 vbr n2 av r-crq pns31 vvz, av c-acp pns31 vvz np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 489
13945
And therefore as it was but ask and have with Christ, just so it is with us too.
And Therefore as it was but ask and have with christ, just so it is with us too.
cc av c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp vvb cc vhb p-acp np1, av av pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 490
13946
Ask and it shall be given you, Mat. 7.7. And that because he is our loving Father, as he is Christs.Ask and it shall be given you, Mathew 7.7. And that Because he is our loving Father, as he is Christ.
vvb cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22, np1 crd. cc d c-acp pns31 vbz po12 vvg n1, c-acp pns31 vbz npg1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 490
13947
Our heavenly Father will undoubtedly give good things to them that ask him. 2. He will provide for us, as he doth for Christ.Our heavenly Father will undoubtedly give good things to them that ask him. 2. He will provide for us, as he does for christ.
po12 j n1 vmb av-j vvi j n2 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31. crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1816
Page 490
13948
You know he hath provided well for Christ. He is not his Son only, but he is his heir too.
You know he hath provided well for christ. He is not his Son only, but he is his heir too.
pn22 vvb pns31 vhz vvn av p-acp np1. pns31 vbz xx po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vbz po31 n1 av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13949
Yea, he hath made him heir of all things, Heb. 1.1.
Yea, he hath made him heir of all things, Hebrew 1.1.
uh, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 n1 pp-f d n2, np1 crd.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13950
Why just so he hath done by us, for we are children whom he loves even as he loves Christ.
Why just so he hath done by us, for we Are children whom he loves even as he loves christ.
uh-crq av av pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vbr n2 r-crq pns31 vvz av c-acp pns31 vvz np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13951
As Christ is his Son and Heir, so we are heirs of God through Christ, Gal. 4.17. Joint heirs with Christ, Rom. 8.17. Not heirs divided and apart from Christ, but joint with Christ.
As christ is his Son and Heir, so we Are Heirs of God through christ, Gal. 4.17. Joint Heirs with christ, Rom. 8.17. Not Heirs divided and apart from christ, but joint with christ.
p-acp np1 vbz po31 n1 cc n1, av pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. n1 n2 p-acp np1, np1 crd. xx n2 vvn cc av p-acp np1, cc-acp j p-acp np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13953
All is ours, and we are Christs, 1 Cor. 3.21. A man can have but earth and heaven:
All is ours, and we Are Christ, 1 Cor. 3.21. A man can have but earth and heaven:
av-d vbz png12, cc pns12 vbr npg1, crd np1 crd. dt n1 vmb vhi p-acp n1 cc n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13954
and we are heirs to both in Christ:
and we Are Heirs to both in christ:
cc pns12 vbr n2 p-acp d p-acp np1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13955
The meek shall inherit the earth, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 37.11, &c. And as we are heirs to earth,The meek shall inherit the earth, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 37.11, etc. And as we Are Heirs to earth,
dt j vmb vvi dt n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd, av cc c-acp pns12 vbr n2 p-acp n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13956
so we are heirs of heaven too, and that by virtue of our Son-ship: we are begotten to it, as the Apostle speaks 1 Pet. 1.3. He hath begotten us to an inheritance, &c. So that the child of God you see engrosseth all:
so we Are Heirs of heaven too, and that by virtue of our Sonship: we Are begotten to it, as the Apostle speaks 1 Pet. 1.3. He hath begotten us to an inheritance, etc. So that the child of God you see engrosseth all:
av pns12 vbr n2 pp-f n1 av, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1: pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n1 vvz crd np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, av av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vvb vvz d:
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13957
earth is his, and heaven is his, and nothing else remains for other men but hell only.
earth is his, and heaven is his, and nothing Else remains for other men but hell only.
n1 vbz png31, cc n1 vbz png31, cc pix av vvz p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp n1 av-j.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13958
Oh the unutterable happiness of those whom God the Father loves even as he loves Christ!
O the unutterable happiness of those whom God the Father loves even as he loves christ!
uh dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz av c-acp pns31 vvz np1!
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13959
he gives his own Son nothing but they have a share with him.
he gives his own Son nothing but they have a share with him.
pns31 vvz po31 d n1 pix cc-acp pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1817
Page 490
13960
And thus far of the first main thing which Christ desires of God the Father in the behalf of true believers, that they may be all one:
And thus Far of the First main thing which christ Desires of God the Father in the behalf of true believers, that they may be all one:
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord j n1 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi d crd:
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13961
Which suit he prosecutes with many arguments, as you have heard.
Which suit he prosecutes with many Arguments, as you have herd.
r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13962
The second follows now in order to be handled, and this is, that they may be all in one place.
The second follows now in order to be handled, and this is, that they may be all in one place.
dt ord vvz av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc d vbz, cst pns32 vmb vbi d p-acp crd n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13963
They may be one by such an union as our Saviour means (a spiritual and a mystical union) though they be in divers places.
They may be one by such an Union as our Saviour means (a spiritual and a mystical Union) though they be in diverse places.
pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 n2 (dt j cc dt j n1) cs pns32 vbb p-acp j n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13964
But Christ is not content with this, you see;
But christ is not content with this, you see;
p-acp np1 vbz xx j p-acp d, pn22 vvb;
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13965
he will not only have them to be all one, but he will have them also to be all in one place, the same place where he is.
he will not only have them to be all one, but he will have them also to be all in one place, the same place where he is.
pns31 vmb xx av-j vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi d crd, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi pno32 av pc-acp vbi d p-acp crd n1, dt d n1 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13966
Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, &c.Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, etc.
n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 av ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vbb p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm, av
(58) part (DIV2)
1818
Page 490
13967
And here you may take notice with me of these two particulars. First, the manner how our Saviour Christ propounds this suit of his:
And Here you may take notice with me of these two particulars. First, the manner how our Saviour christ propounds this suit of his:
cc av pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno11 pp-f d crd n2-j. ord, dt n1 c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz d n1 pp-f po31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13968
And then the matter of it, or the suit it self.
And then the matter of it, or the suit it self.
cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pn31 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13969
First the manner how our Saviour here propounds this suit of his, and that is boldly and confidently, as you see:
First the manner how our Saviour Here propounds this suit of his, and that is boldly and confidently, as you see:
np1 dt n1 c-crq po12 n1 av vvz d n1 pp-f png31, cc d vbz av-j cc av-j, c-acp pn22 vvb:
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13970
Father, I will: he saith not, as in other places, Father, I pray, or I desire,Father, I will: he Says not, as in other places, Father, I pray, or I desire,
n1, pns11 vmb: pns31 vvz xx, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, n1, pns11 vvb, cc pns11 vvb,
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13971
or I beseech thee and entreate thee, that it may be thus: but I will have it to be thus.
or I beseech thee and entreat thee, that it may be thus: but I will have it to be thus.
cc pns11 vvb pno21 cc vvi pno21, cst pn31 vmb vbi av: cc-acp pns11 vmb vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi av.
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13972
No more but so, Father, I will, that they whom thou hast given me.
No more but so, Father, I will, that they whom thou hast given me.
av-dx dc cc-acp av, n1, pns11 vmb, cst pns32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13973
Secondly, And then you have the matter of the suit which he propounds, the thing which he will have to be, That they also whom thou hast given me be with me, where I am.
Secondly, And then you have the matter of the suit which he propounds, the thing which he will have to be, That they also whom thou hast given me be with me, where I am.
ord, cc cs pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vhi pc-acp vbi, cst pns32 av ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbi p-acp pno11, c-crq pns11 vbm.
(58) part (DIV2)
1819
Page 490
13974
Begin we with the manner, how our Saviour here propounds this suit of his, confidently as I said, Father, I will.
Begin we with the manner, how our Saviour Here propounds this suit of his, confidently as I said, Father, I will.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1, c-crq po12 n1 av vvz d n1 pp-f png31, av-j c-acp pns11 vvd, n1, pns11 vmb.
(58) part (DIV2)
1820
Page 490
13975
I shall not hence conclude (as Austin did sometimes against the Arrians) the Sons equality with God the Father,
I shall not hence conclude (as Austin did sometime against the Arians) the Sons equality with God the Father,
pns11 vmb xx av vvi (c-acp np1 vdd av p-acp dt n2-jn) dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 490
13976
because he speaks in such a peremptory manner to him, if I may express it so, Father, I will, or elsesaith he, he would have spoken in a supplicating and entreating, not in a willing and commanding way.
Because he speaks in such a peremptory manner to him, if I may express it so, Father, I will, or elsesaith he, he would have spoken in a supplicating and entreating, not in a willing and commanding Way.
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cs pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av, n1, pns11 vmb, cc n1 pns31, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg, xx p-acp dt j cc vvg n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 401
13977
That Christ as God is equal with the Father, is a certain truth, and manifestly to be proved from other Scriptures:
That christ as God is equal with the Father, is a certain truth, and manifestly to be proved from other Scriptures:
cst np1 p-acp np1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1, vbz dt j n1, cc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2:
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 401
13978
But certainly it is not to be gathered hence:
But Certainly it is not to be gathered hence:
cc-acp av-j pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av:
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 401
13979
for in this Chapter all along he speaks as man, and as man he is inferiour to the Father.
for in this Chapter all along he speaks as man, and as man he is inferior to the Father.
c-acp p-acp d n1 d a-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pns31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 401
13980
And therefore usually before, he saith, I pray, or I intreat, he speaks in a submissive way,
And Therefore usually before, he Says, I pray, or I entreat, he speaks in a submissive Way,
cc av av-j a-acp, pns31 vvz, pns11 vvb, cc pns11 vvb, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 401
13981
though here he uses such a term as seems to to carry more authority, Father, I will.
though Here he uses such a term as seems to to carry more Authority, Father, I will.
cs av pns31 vvz d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp pc-acp vvi dc n1, n1, pns11 vmb.
(58) part (DIV2)
1821
Page 401
13982
Now since, he speaks as man and mediator, as that is very evident, we must understand him here in such a way as is agreeable to Christ in that capacity, and under that consideration.
Now since, he speaks as man and Mediator, as that is very evident, we must understand him Here in such a Way as is agreeable to christ in that capacity, and under that consideration.
av a-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp d vbz av j, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13983
And consequently that he doth not here imperiously require of God the Father:
And consequently that he does not Here imperiously require of God the Father:
cc av-j cst pns31 vdz xx av av-j vvi pp-f np1 dt n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13984
and yet upon the other side, he doth so express himself, as being very confident that he shall have his own pleasure,
and yet upon the other side, he does so express himself, as being very confident that he shall have his own pleasure,
cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vdz av vvi px31, c-acp vbg av j cst pns31 vmb vhi po31 d n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13985
and that his will shall surely carry it with God the Father, without any contradiction. If he will it, it is done without any more ado.
and that his will shall surely carry it with God the Father, without any contradiction. If he will it, it is done without any more ado.
cc cst po31 n1 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp d n1. cs pns31 vmb pn31, pn31 vbz vdn p-acp d dc n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13986
Father, I will have it so, and there's an end. And so accordingly the point shall be.
Father, I will have it so, and there's an end. And so accordingly the point shall be.
n1, pns11 vmb vhi pn31 av, cc pc-acp|vbz dt n1. cc av av-vvg av n1 vmb vbi.
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13987
DOCTRINE. The will of Christ as Mediator, is as it were a law with God the Father,DOCTRINE. The will of christ as Mediator, is as it were a law with God the Father,
n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13988
or Christ may have even what he will of God the Father.
or christ may have even what he will of God the Father.
cc np1 vmb vhi n1 r-crq pns31 vmb pp-f np1 dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1822
Page 401
13989
And therefore praying here that all believers might be together with him in the same place, he saith no more but this, Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me be with me where I am:
And Therefore praying Here that all believers might be together with him in the same place, he Says no more but this, Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me be with me where I am:
cc av vvg av cst d n2 vmd vbi av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d n1, pns31 vvz av-dx dc p-acp d, n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 av ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm:
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13990
And this is that which Martha was so stedfastly perswaded of, that Christ was sure to speed with God in any suit that he would make to him:
And this is that which Martha was so steadfastly persuaded of, that christ was sure to speed with God in any suit that he would make to him:
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vbds av av-j vvn pp-f, cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13991
She had no doubt at all concerning this, as you may see, John 11.22. I know, saith she, that whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee.
She had no doubt At all Concerning this, as you may see, John 11.22. I know, Says she, that whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee.
pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp d vvg d, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, cst r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pp-f np1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 pno21.
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13992
Let it be what it will, God will not turn thee off with a denial.
Let it be what it will, God will not turn thee off with a denial.
vvb pn31 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, np1 vmb xx vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13993
And least you should conceive that this was but a groundless confidence in her, you shall find it seconded by Christ himself, ver. 42. of the very same Chapter, which puts it out of all question.
And lest you should conceive that this was but a groundless confidence in her, you shall find it seconded by christ himself, ver. 42. of the very same Chapter, which puts it out of all question.
cc cs pn22 vmd vvi cst d vbds p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vvn p-acp np1 px31, fw-la. crd pp-f dt j d n1, r-crq vvz pn31 av pp-f d n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
14038
And this is that which makes him bold and confident, as you see him in my Text:
And this is that which makes him bold and confident, as you see him in my Text:
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz pno31 j cc j, c-acp pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp po11 n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
15271
1. In every unbeliever there is somewhat that repells divine knowledge, and that keeps out the beams of truth.
1. In every unbeliever there is somewhat that repels divine knowledge, and that keeps out the beams of truth.
crd p-acp d n1 a-acp vbz av cst vvz j-jn n1, cc d vvz av dt n2 pp-f n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
13994
If you survey the supplications that he made while he was here upon the earth, you shall perceive what force they had with God the Father.
If you survey the supplications that he made while he was Here upon the earth, you shall perceive what force they had with God the Father.
cs pn22 vvb dt n2 cst pns31 vvd cs pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pns32 vhd p-acp np1 dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13995
The Apostle Paul observes that he was very earnest with him in a weighty business, Heb. 5.7. and what was the event and issue of it? he was heard as it is added presently, no more but so, he was granted out of hand.
The Apostle Paul observes that he was very earnest with him in a weighty business, Hebrew 5.7. and what was the event and issue of it? he was herd as it is added presently, no more but so, he was granted out of hand.
dt n1 np1 vvz cst pns31 vbds av j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. cc q-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31? pns31 vbds vvn c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j, av-dx dc cc-acp av, pns31 vbds vvn av pp-f n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13996
So in another place he prayed for Peter in a special manner, that his faith might never fa•l, Luke 22.32. that it might not wholly fail, so as to be quite lost, and utterly extinct in him.
So in Another place he prayed for Peter in a special manner, that his faith might never fa•l, Lycia 22.32. that it might not wholly fail, so as to be quite lost, and utterly extinct in him.
av p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, cst po31 n1 vmd av-x vvi, av crd. cst pn31 vmd xx av-jn vvi, av c-acp pc-acp vbi av vvn, cc av-j j p-acp pno31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13997
His faith was shaken after this indeed, but it was not overthrown: it fainted, but it did not fail;
His faith was shaken After this indeed, but it was not overthrown: it fainted, but it did not fail;
po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp d av, cc-acp pn31 vbds xx vvn: pn31 vvd, cc-acp pn31 vdd xx vvi;
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13998
So that Christ had his full desire in that particular, I shall add no more for proof:
So that christ had his full desire in that particular, I shall add no more for proof:
av cst np1 vhd po31 j n1 p-acp d j, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
13999
you see the will of Christ as Mediator is, &c. And there are many Reasons of it. For,
you see the will of christ as Mediator is, etc. And there Are many Reasons of it. For,
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz, av cc pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f pn31. p-acp,
(58) part (DIV2)
1823
Page 401
14000
He is the Fathers own Son. And Fathers use to be indulgent to their Children to let them have their ears,
He is the Father's own Son. And Father's use to be indulgent to their Children to let them have their ears,
pns31 vbz dt ng1 d n1 cc n2 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 vhi po32 n2,
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 401
14001
yea and their very hearts too. Our Saviour calls him Father all along this prayer.
yea and their very hearts too. Our Saviour calls him Father all along this prayer.
uh cc po32 j n2 av. po12 n1 vvz pno31 n1 av-d p-acp d n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 401
14002
Indeed he gives him once the attribute of Holy, once the attribute of Righteous Father. But this is still the appellation that he uses,
Indeed he gives him once the attribute of Holy, once the attribute of Righteous Father. But this is still the appellation that he uses,
av pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp dt n1 pp-f j, a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. p-acp d vbz av dt n1 cst pns31 vvz,
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 492
14003
and from which he never varies. If he call him any thing, he calls him Father:
and from which he never Varies. If he call him any thing, he calls him Father:
cc p-acp r-crq pns31 av-x vvz. cs pns31 vvb pno31 d n1, pns31 vvz pno31 n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 492
14004
And therefore he presumeth much upon him, because of this relation to him, that he shall not be denyed;
And Therefore he Presumeth much upon him, Because of this Relation to him, that he shall not be denied;
cc av pns31 vvz av-d p-acp pno31, c-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn;
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 492
14005
he is the bolder, while he considers he is speaking to a Father, as that is his expression in my Text it self;
he is the bolder, while he considers he is speaking to a Father, as that is his expression in my Text it self;
pns31 vbz dt jc, cs pns31 vvz pns31 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp d vbz po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1 pn31 n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 492
14006
Father, I will; Come, I must have my will in this particular, thou must not put me off with a denyal;Father, I will; Come, I must have my will in this particular, thou must not put me off with a denial;
n1, pns11 vmb; vvb, pns11 vmb vhi po11 n1 p-acp d j, pns21 vmb xx vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp dt n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 492
14007
for I am thine own Son. Yet this is not sufficient that he is a Son:
for I am thine own Son. Yet this is not sufficient that he is a Son:
c-acp pns11 vbm po21 d n1 av d vbz xx j cst pns31 vbz dt n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1824
Page 492
14008
for there are sons whom fathers will deny in every thing almost, because they have deserved ill of them:
for there Are Sons whom Father's will deny in every thing almost, Because they have deserved ill of them:
c-acp a-acp vbr n2 r-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 av, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av-jn pp-f pno32:
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14009
and so they bear but little love to them. But Christ is not such a Son;
and so they bear but little love to them. But christ is not such a Son;
cc av pns32 vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp pno32. p-acp np1 vbz xx d dt n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14010
no, as he is a Son, so he is a beloved son;
no, as he is a Son, so he is a Beloved son;
uh-dx, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, av pns31 vbz dt j-vvn n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14011
it is the Fathers attestation of him, Mat. 3.17, This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
it is the Father's attestation of him, Mathew 3.17, This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1 pp-f pno31, np1 crd, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14012
And that is a second reason, why Christ may have even what he will of God the Father,
And that is a second reason, why christ may have even what he will of God the Father,
cc d vbz dt ord n1, c-crq np1 vmb vhi n1 r-crq pns31 vmb pp-f np1 dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14013
because he bears such dear affection to him:
Because he bears such dear affection to him:
c-acp pns31 vvz d j-jn n1 p-acp pno31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14014
And this is intimated also in the Text it self, saith Christ, in the words mediately before, which we have even now dispatched, thou hast loved me, saith he;
And this is intimated also in the Text it self, Says christ, in the words mediately before, which we have even now dispatched, thou hast loved me, Says he;
cc d vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, vvz np1, p-acp dt n2 av-j a-acp, r-crq pns12 vhb av av vvn, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vvz pns31;
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14039
Father, I will have it thus;
Father, I will have it thus;
n1, pns11 vmb vhi pn31 av;
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14015
and what follows? Father I will, q. d. I know thou will let me have my will, because thou lovest me.
and what follows? Father I will, q. worser. I know thou will let me have my will, Because thou Lovest me.
cc q-crq vvz? n1 pns11 vmb, vvd. sy. pns11 vvb pns21 vmb vvi pno11 vhi po11 n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 pno11.
(58) part (DIV2)
1825
Page 492
14016
Yet this is not sufficient neither, that he is a Son, and a beloved Son too:
Yet this is not sufficient neither, that he is a Son, and a Beloved Son too:
av d vbz xx j av-d, cst pns31 vbz dt n1, cc dt j-vvn n1 av:
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14017
For there are sons that are very well beloved, who yet will ask that of their fathers many times, which would be neither beneficial for them to receive,
For there Are Sons that Are very well Beloved, who yet will ask that of their Father's many times, which would be neither beneficial for them to receive,
c-acp a-acp vbr n2 cst vbr av av vvn, r-crq av vmb vvi d pp-f po32 n2 d n2, r-crq vmd vbi dx j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi,
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14018
nor honourable for their fathers to bestow upon them;
nor honourable for their Father's to bestow upon them;
ccx j p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14019
and God himself hath some of these sons, who now and then put up their supplications and requests for that which would be neither good for them to have, nor him to give;
and God himself hath Some of these Sons, who now and then put up their supplications and requests for that which would be neither good for them to have, nor him to give;
cc np1 px31 vhz d pp-f d n2, r-crq av cc av vvd a-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp d r-crq vmd vbi dx j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vhi, ccx pno31 pc-acp vvi;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14020
and therefore they receive the answer that the two Disciples did, Ye know not what ye ask.
and Therefore they receive the answer that the two Disciples did, You know not what you ask.
cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 cst dt crd n2 vdd, pn22 vvb xx r-crq pn22 vvb.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14021
But Jesus Christ is none of those sons;
But jesus christ is none of those Sons;
p-acp np1 np1 vbz pix pp-f d n2;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14022
he never faileth in the least degree, in the matter or the manner of his prayers.
he never Faileth in the least degree, in the matter or the manner of his Prayers.
pns31 av-x vvz p-acp dt ds n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14023
He never asketh what he should not ask: he never asketh what he should, in such a manner as he should not.
He never asks what he should not ask: he never asks what he should, in such a manner as he should not.
pns31 av-x vvz r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi: pns31 av-x vvz r-crq pns31 vmd, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd xx.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14024
And that is a third reason, why he may have even what he will of God the Father,
And that is a third reason, why he may have even what he will of God the Father,
cc cst vbz dt ord n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1 r-crq pns31 vmb pp-f np1 dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14025
because as he is a Son, and a beloved Son, so he is such a Son as never asketh any thing amiss;
Because as he is a Son, and a Beloved Son, so he is such a Son as never asks any thing amiss;
c-acp c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, av pns31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp av-x vvz d n1 av;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14026
he never prays but just according to his Fathers own will.
he never prays but just according to his Father's own will.
pns31 av-x vvz p-acp j vvg p-acp po31 n2 d vmb.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14027
His will as he is Man and Mediator, agrees in every thing, and all respects with the will of God the Father;
His will as he is Man and Mediator, agrees in every thing, and all respects with the will of God the Father;
po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1, vvz p-acp d n1, cc d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14028
And therefore while the Father lets our Saviour have his will, he hath his own;
And Therefore while the Father lets our Saviour have his will, he hath his own;
cc av cs dt n1 vvz po12 n1 vhb po31 n1, pns31 vhz po31 d;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14029
and if he should not let him have his will, he should not have his own neither.
and if he should not let him have his will, he should not have his own neither.
cc cs pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 vhi po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi po31 d av-d.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14030
We that are adopted sons, are many times mistaken in the supplications that we make to God;
We that Are adopted Sons, Are many times mistaken in the supplications that we make to God;
pns12 cst vbr vvn n2, vbr d n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp np1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14031
we do not ask according to his will; and hence it is, my Brethren, that he doth not always hear us.
we do not ask according to his will; and hence it is, my Brothers, that he does not always hear us.
pns12 vdb xx vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1; cc av pn31 vbz, po11 n2, cst pns31 vdz xx av vvi pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14032
But Jesus Christ who is the Fathers own begotten Son, is never at a loss in this respect.
But jesus christ who is the Father's own begotten Son, is never At a loss in this respect.
p-acp np1 np1 r-crq vbz dt ng1 d vvn n1, vbz av-x p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14033
He never misses of conforming his desires to his Fathers own pleasure; and hence it is that his Will is a law with God the Father.
He never misses of conforming his Desires to his Father's own pleasure; and hence it is that his Will is a law with God the Father.
pns31 av-x vvz pp-f vvg po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2 d n1; cc av pn31 vbz cst po31 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1826
Page 492
14034
And then there is a fourth reason, which is more then all the rest, why Christs Will is a Law with God the Father,
And then there is a fourth reason, which is more then all the rest, why Christ Will is a Law with God the Father,
cc av pc-acp vbz dt ord n1, r-crq vbz av-dc cs d dt n1, c-crq npg1 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 492
14035
because indeed he willeth nothing but that which he deserves of him.
Because indeed he wills nothing but that which he deserves of him.
c-acp av pns31 vvz pix cc-acp cst r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pno31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 492
14036
If he sue for any thing as Mediator in the behalf of his people, it is but that which he hath dearly bought and paid for:
If he sue for any thing as Mediator in the behalf of his people, it is but that which he hath dearly bought and paid for:
cs pns31 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz av-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp:
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 492
14037
So that his Father ought not in justice to deny him, His Intercession, as Divines observe, is nothing else but the presenting of his merits to the Father.
So that his Father ought not in Justice to deny him, His Intercession, as Divines observe, is nothing Else but the presenting of his merits to the Father.
av cst po31 n1 vmd xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, po31 n1, c-acp n2-jn vvb, vbz pix av cc-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14040
That which I seek, I have purchased with my blood, and therefore let me not be wronged,
That which I seek, I have purchased with my blood, and Therefore let me not be wronged,
cst r-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc av vvb pno11 xx vbi vvn,
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14041
but let me have what I have paid for.
but let me have what I have paid for.
cc-acp vvb pno11 vhi r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp.
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14042
Father, I will that those whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am: q. d. Father, I will that those whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am: q. worser.
n1, pns11 vmb d d ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vbb p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm: vvd. sy.
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14043
Thou knowest that I have bought that place for them, and I have satisfied thee for it, to the very utmost,
Thou Knowest that I have bought that place for them, and I have satisfied thee for it, to the very utmost,
pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j j,
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14044
and therefore I will have them to be there, and I must not be denyed.
and Therefore I will have them to be there, and I must not be denied.
cc av pns11 vmb vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi a-acp, cc pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1827
Page 493
14045
Now is it so, my Brethren, that the will of Christ is as it were, &c. The first serves to let us see their happiness who have Christ to speak for them.
Now is it so, my Brothers, that the will of christ is as it were, etc. The First serves to let us see their happiness who have christ to speak for them.
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr, av dt ord vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi po32 n1 r-crq vhb np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32.
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14046
They who have him to be their Intercessor, and to present his supplications and requests for them, are in a very good Condition,
They who have him to be their Intercessor, and to present his supplications and requests for them, Are in a very good Condition,
pns32 r-crq vhb pno31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, vbr p-acp dt j j n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14047
for they can want no good thing. They might stand begging long enough themselves, and never speed:
for they can want no good thing. They might stand begging long enough themselves, and never speed:
c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dx j n1. pns32 vmd vvi vvg j av-d px32, cc av-x vvi:
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14048
But if Christ do undertake to plead for them, if he put in a good word for them, all is ended presently, they have a gracious answer out of hand.
But if christ do undertake to plead for them, if he put in a good word for them, all is ended presently, they have a gracious answer out of hand.
cc-acp cs np1 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32, d vbz vvn av-j, pns32 vhb dt j n1 av pp-f n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14049
God may deny them (as I shewed you) while they are speaking for themselves;
God may deny them (as I showed you) while they Are speaking for themselves;
np1 vmb vvi pno32 (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22) cs pns32 vbr vvg p-acp px32;
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14050
but if Christ speak for them, he can never be denyed; he may have what he will of God the Father.
but if christ speak for them, he can never be denied; he may have what he will of God the Father.
cc-acp cs np1 vvb p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn; pns31 vmb vhi r-crq pns31 vmb pp-f np1 dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14051
O the the blessedness of those to whom this glorious priviledge belongs, and who have such a powerful Advocate as Christ is.
O the the blessedness of those to whom this glorious privilege belongs, and who have such a powerful Advocate as christ is.
sy cs dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq d j n1 vvz, cc q-crq vhb d dt j n1 p-acp np1 vbz.
(58) part (DIV2)
1828
Page 493
14052
Is it so, that the will of Christ, &c. why then, if we have any suit to make,
Is it so, that the will of christ, etc. why then, if we have any suit to make,
vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, av q-crq av, cs pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi,
(58) part (DIV2)
1829
Page 493
14053
or any supplication to present, let us not go directly to the Father, but let us get the Lord Christ to speak for us.
or any supplication to present, let us not go directly to the Father, but let us get the Lord christ to speak for us.
cc d n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1829
Page 493
14054
And then we may be confident that all is sure. We may be denyed, but he cannot.
And then we may be confident that all is sure. We may be denied, but he cannot.
cc av pns12 vmb vbi j cst d vbz j. pns12 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmbx.
(58) part (DIV2)
1829
Page 493
14055
But how shall we make Christ to be our Spokesman, and our Advocate in all supplications that we make to God? I will give you two directions.
But how shall we make christ to be our Spokesman, and our Advocate in all supplications that we make to God? I will give you two directions.
cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, cc po12 n1 p-acp d n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp np1? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd n2.
(58) part (DIV2)
1830
Page 493
14056
1. We must walk by his Rule, the Rule that he would have us guide our prayers and our supplications by.
1. We must walk by his Rule, the Rule that he would have us guide our Prayers and our supplications by.
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2 p-acp.
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14057
We must be sure to put up such petitions, and none but such as are agreeable to his will.
We must be sure to put up such petitions, and none but such as Are agreeable to his will.
pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2, cc pix p-acp d c-acp vbr j p-acp po31 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14058
For as the Father will not grant the suit that is not suitable to his will:
For as the Father will not grant the suit that is not suitable to his will:
p-acp p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cst vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1:
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14059
if we ask any thing according to his will he hears us, otherwise he doth not:
if we ask any thing according to his will he hears us, otherwise he does not:
cs pns12 vvb d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz pno12, av pns31 vdz xx:
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14060
so Christ will not take the suit that is not suitable to his will.
so christ will not take the suit that is not suitable to his will.
av np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cst vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14061
And to say truth, that is the reason why the Father doth not grant it, viz. because the Son doth not present it and pursue it;
And to say truth, that is the reason why the Father does not grant it, viz. Because the Son does not present it and pursue it;
cc pc-acp vvi n1, cst vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31, n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31;
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14062
for if he do, it never fails of audience or success. If Christ undertake it once, his Father never puts it off with a denyal.
for if he do, it never fails of audience or success. If christ undertake it once, his Father never puts it off with a denial.
c-acp cs pns31 vdb, pn31 av-x vvz pp-f n1 cc n1. cs np1 vvb pn31 a-acp, po31 n1 av-x vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14063
His will is as it were a Law with God the Father.
His will is as it were a Law with God the Father.
po31 n1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1831
Page 493
14064
Brethren, our Saviour is not such an Advocate as pleads for fees, and undertaketh any thing that any Clyent puts into his hands;
Brothers, our Saviour is not such an Advocate as pleads for fees, and undertaketh any thing that any Client puts into his hands;
n2, po12 n1 vbz xx d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz d n1 cst d n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2;
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14065
No, what he likes, and what he hath a mind to, he pursues and prosecutes with God the Father,
No, what he likes, and what he hath a mind to, he pursues and prosecutes with God the Father,
uh-dx, r-crq pns31 vvz, cc r-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp np1 dt n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14066
and never leaves till he obtain a grant from him;
and never leaves till he obtain a grant from him;
cc av-x vvz c-acp pns31 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno31;
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14067
but if he mislike the suit, if it agree not with his mind, or will, he never speaks a word in it,
but if he mislike the suit, if it agree not with his mind, or will, he never speaks a word in it,
cc-acp cs pns31 vvb dt n1, cs pn31 vvb xx p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb, pns31 av-x vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31,
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14068
and then it never speeds with God.
and then it never speeds with God.
cc av pn31 av-x vvz p-acp np1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14069
For as the Father granteth all that Christ desires, so he denyeth all in which he doth not shew himself an Intercessor.
For as the Father grants all that christ Desires, so he denyeth all in which he does not show himself an Intercessor.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz d cst np1 vvz, av pns31 vvz d p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi px31 dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14070
If Christ the Mediator do not own it, the Father never gives assent to it.
If christ the Mediator do not own it, the Father never gives assent to it.
cs np1 dt n1 vdb xx vvi pn31, dt n1 av-x vvz n1 p-acp pn31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14071
And therefore he must be engaged and interested in every suit we make to God, by framing it agreeably to his will.
And Therefore he must be engaged and interested in every suit we make to God, by framing it agreeably to his will.
cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pn31 av-j p-acp po31 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1832
Page 493
14072
2. We must act by his Spirit, who knows his mind as the Apostle tells us, 1 Cor. 2.11. and what will surely take and rellish with him.
2. We must act by his Spirit, who knows his mind as the Apostle tells us, 1 Cor. 2.11. and what will surely take and relish with him.
crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd. cc q-crq vmb av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14073
Beloved, if the Spirit draw up the Petition, Christ will present and follow it, and get it signed.
beloved, if the Spirit draw up the Petition, christ will present and follow it, and get it signed.
j-vvn, cs dt n1 vvb a-acp dt vvb, np1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14074
But if the Spirit have no hand in it, Christ will have none neither. We have two Advocates and Intercessors to the Father.
But if the Spirit have no hand in it, christ will have none neither. We have two Advocates and Intercessors to the Father.
p-acp cs dt n1 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31, np1 vmb vhi pix d. pns12 vhb crd n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14075
An Intercessor or an Advocate within us; an Intercessor or an Advocate without us: An Intercessor to plead in us, and to plead by us;
an Intercessor or an Advocate within us; an Intercessor or an Advocate without us: an Intercessor to plead in us, and to plead by us;
dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno12; dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno12: dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12;
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14076
and an Intercessor to plead for us.
and an Intercessor to plead for us.
cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14077
In the first sense, the Spirit is our Intercessor, so the Apostle calls him, Rom. 8.20. In the Latter Christ only.
In the First sense, the Spirit is our Intercessor, so the Apostle calls him, Rom. 8.20. In the Latter christ only.
p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vbz po12 n1, av dt n1 vvz pno31, np1 crd. p-acp dt d np1 av-j.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14078
Now these two Advocates or Intercessors are agreed: you get not one of them without the other.
Now these two Advocates or Intercessors Are agreed: you get not one of them without the other.
av d crd n2 cc n2 vbr vvn: pn22 vvb xx pi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n-jn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14079
Christ will not be your Lawyer, unless you make the Spirit your Attorney.
christ will not be your Lawyer, unless you make the Spirit your attorney.
np1 vmb xx vbi po22 n1, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 po22 n1.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14080
And as the Father never grants that which Christ doth not present and plead before him:
And as the Father never grants that which christ does not present and plead before him:
cc c-acp dt n1 av-x vvz cst r-crq np1 vdz xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31:
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14081
So our Saviour never pleads that which the Spirit doth not frame and draw up.
So our Saviour never pleads that which the Spirit does not frame and draw up.
av po12 n1 av-x vvz cst r-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi cc vvi a-acp.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14082
If the Petition which you tender be of the Spirits forming in you, Christ entertains and urges it without any more ado,
If the Petition which you tender be of the Spirits forming in you, christ entertains and urges it without any more ado,
cs dt vvb r-crq pn22 vvb vbb pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp pn22, np1 vvz cc vvz pn31 p-acp d dc n1,
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14083
and so the Father gives assent to it.
and so the Father gives assent to it.
cc av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pn31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1833
Page 494
14084
If then you would have Christ to be your Advocate, you must engage him by his Spirit;
If then you would have christ to be your Advocate, you must engage him by his Spirit;
cs av pn22 vmd vhi np1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14085
your Supplications and Petitions must be the voyce of his Spirit in your hearts; the Holy Ghost must raise and frame them there:
your Supplications and Petitions must be the voice of his Spirit in your hearts; the Holy Ghost must raise and frame them there:
po22 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2; dt j n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp:
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14086
you must take heed they be not barely natural desires, as the Petitions of abundance are, which seek for nothing else but that which nature craves for, on natural principles, and for natural ends: And that they be not:
you must take heed they be not barely natural Desires, as the Petitions of abundance Are, which seek for nothing Else but that which nature craves for, on natural principles, and for natural ends: And that they be not:
pn22 vmb vvi n1 pns32 vbb xx av-j j n2, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr, r-crq vvb p-acp pix av cc-acp cst r-crq n1 vvz p-acp, p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j n2: cc cst pns32 vbb xx:
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14087
only the voyce of your own spirits, but that they be the voyce of Christs spirit;
only the voice of your own spirits, but that they be the voice of Christ Spirit;
av-j dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, cc-acp cst pns32 vbb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1;
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14088
and if Christs Spirit make you prayers, if he make Intercession in you with sighs and groans, Christ will make Intercession for you,
and if Christ Spirit make you Prayers, if he make Intercession in you with sighs and groans, christ will make Intercession for you,
cc cs npg1 n1 vvi pn22 n2, cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn22,
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14089
and then the Father will be sure to hear you:
and then the Father will be sure to hear you:
cc av dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22:
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14090
For if he deny you, he must deny Christ too that pleads for you, and that he never doth, as you have heard.
For if he deny you, he must deny christ too that pleads for you, and that he never does, as you have herd.
c-acp cs pns31 vvb pn22, pns31 vmb vvi np1 av cst vvz p-acp pn22, cc cst pns31 av-x vdz, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn.
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14091
His will is as it were a law with God the Father, he may have what he will of him.
His will is as it were a law with God the Father, he may have what he will of him.
po31 n1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 vmb vhi r-crq pns31 vmb pp-f pno31.
(58) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14092
JOHN 17.24. Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me.JOHN 17.24. Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me.
np1 crd. n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 av ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(59) part (DIV2)
1834
Page 494
14093
AND thus far I proceeded on the last occasion, to discover to you how we may have Jesus Christ to be our Spokesman,
AND thus Far I proceeded on the last occasion, to discover to you how we may have jesus christ to be our Spokesman,
cc av av-j pns11 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 c-crq pns12 vmb vhi np1 np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1836
Page 494
14094
and our Advocate in all Petitions that we make to God. We must walk by his Rule, and we must act by his Spirit.
and our Advocate in all Petitions that we make to God. We must walk by his Rule, and we must act by his Spirit.
cc po12 n1 p-acp d n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp np1. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1836
Page 494
14095
But now because the thing is weighty, and of very great concernment, and it is no easie matter for every one to judge and to determine,
But now Because the thing is weighty, and of very great concernment, and it is no easy matter for every one to judge and to determine,
p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc pp-f av j n1, cc pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi,
(59) part (DIV2)
1837
Page 494
14096
whether in his supplications he walk by Christs Rule, and act by Christs Spirit: I shall give you some directions in reference to both these.
whither in his supplications he walk by Christ Rule, and act by Christ Spirit: I shall give you Some directions in Referente to both these.
cs p-acp po31 n2 pns31 vvb p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvi p-acp npg1 n1: pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d d.
(59) part (DIV2)
1837
Page 494
14097
And in the first place, I shall shew you how you may discover, whether in the Petitions that you make, you walk exactly by the Rule of Christ or no,
And in the First place, I shall show you how you may discover, whither in the Petitions that you make, you walk exactly by the Rule of christ or not,
cc p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi, cs p-acp dt n2 cst pn22 vvb, pn22 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc xx,
(59) part (DIV2)
1837
Page 494
14098
whether you pray according to his will or no.
whither you pray according to his will or no.
cs pn22 vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc uh-dx.
(59) part (DIV2)
1837
Page 494
14099
And to this end, my Brethren, you must search the Scriptures in which the will of Christ is manifested touching this as well as other points of duty.
And to this end, my Brothers, you must search the Scriptures in which the will of christ is manifested touching this as well as other points of duty.
cc p-acp d n1, po11 n2, pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn vvg d c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1838
Page 495
14100
And then compare your prayers with the Rule in all particulars, to see whether they agree with it, or dissent from it;
And then compare your Prayers with the Rule in all particulars, to see whither they agree with it, or dissent from it;
cc av vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2-j, pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31;
(59) part (DIV2)
1838
Page 495
14101
as the Apostle stirring up the Romans to offer up acceptable service to the Lord, Rom. 12.1. to this end in the following verse advises them to prove and to find out what the will of God is:
as the Apostle stirring up the Romans to offer up acceptable service to the Lord, Rom. 12.1. to this end in the following verse advises them to prove and to find out what the will of God is:
c-acp dt n1 vvg a-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz:
(59) part (DIV2)
1838
Page 495
14102
the same advice I give you;
the same Advice I give you;
dt d n1 pns11 vvb pn22;
(59) part (DIV2)
1838
Page 495
14103
See what the will of God and what the will of Christ is, and then examine how your prayers suit with it:
See what the will of God and what the will of christ is, and then examine how your Prayers suit with it:
vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, cc av vvb c-crq po22 n2 n1 p-acp pn31:
(59) part (DIV2)
1838
Page 495
14104
whether they be framed and ordered by your own invention, or by his direction.
whither they be framed and ordered by your own invention, or by his direction.
cs pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp po22 d n1, cc p-acp po31 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1838
Page 495
14105
And here you must take notice what the will of Christ prescribes touching the preparation to them;
And Here you must take notice what the will of christ prescribes touching the preparation to them;
cc av pn22 vmb vvi n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32;
(59) part (DIV2)
1839
Page 495
14106
the matter, and the manner, and the ends of them; it regulateth all these.
the matter, and the manner, and the ends of them; it regulateth all these.
dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pno32; pn31 vvz d d.
(59) part (DIV2)
1839
Page 495
14107
Well then, the first thing that you are to do, is to consider what the will of Christ is in reference to preparation,
Well then, the First thing that you Are to do, is to Consider what the will of christ is in Referente to preparation,
av av, dt ord n1 cst pn22 vbr pc-acp vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14108
and how your practice suits with it: For you must know that Christ will have you pray with preparation.
and how your practice suits with it: For you must know that christ will have you pray with preparation.
cc c-crq po22 n1 vvz p-acp pn31: c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vhi pn22 vvb p-acp n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14109
You must not rush into the presence of the Lord, like the Horse into the battel, not remembring where you go,
You must not rush into the presence of the Lord, like the Horse into the battle, not remembering where you go,
pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, xx vvg c-crq pn22 vvb,
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14110
nor what you are about to do. No, you must set about it seriously, and with much deliberation:
nor what you Are about to do. No, you must Set about it seriously, and with much deliberation:
ccx r-crq pn22 vbr a-acp pc-acp vdi. uh-dx, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 av-j, cc p-acp d n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14111
so is the rule of Christ, Eccles. 5.2, 3. Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thy heart be hasty to utter any thing before the Lord.
so is the Rule of christ, Eccles. 5.2, 3. Be not rash with thy Mouth, and let not thy heart be hasty to utter any thing before the Lord.
av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd vbb xx j p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb xx po21 n1 vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14112
Our hearts must be prepared to the duty, as the Prophet Davids was. And this consists in divers things;
Our hearts must be prepared to the duty, as the Prophet Davids was. And this consists in diverse things;
po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 npg1 vbds. cc d vvz p-acp j n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14113
I will name a few of them.
I will name a few of them.
pns11 vmb vvi dt d pp-f pno32.
(59) part (DIV2)
1840
Page 495
14114
1. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be purged, they must be washed and cleansed from every known sin.
1. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be purged, they must be washed and cleansed from every known since.
crd cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14115
If thou prepare thine heart, saith Zephar, Job 11.13. which preparation is to prayer, as it is apparent by the following words, and stretch out thine hands towards him. If thou prepare thine heart, Says Zephyr, Job 11.13. which preparation is to prayer, as it is apparent by the following words, and stretch out thine hands towards him.
cs pns21 vvb po21 n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. r-crq n1 vbz p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j-vvg n2, cc vvi av po21 n2 p-acp pno31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14116
Well, if thou so prepare thy self, what must thou do then? Why, If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away from thee,
Well, if thou so prepare thy self, what must thou do then? Why, If iniquity be in thine hand, put it Far away from thee,
av, cs pns21 av vvi po21 n1, r-crq vmb pns21 vdi av? uh-crq, cs n1 vbb p-acp po21 n1, vvb pn31 av-j av p-acp pno21,
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14117
and let not wickedness dwell in thy Tabernacle, as it is added in the next words.and let not wickedness dwell in thy Tabernacle, as it is added in the next words.
cc vvb xx n1 vvi p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14118
And hence, saith David, If I regard iniquity in my heart, any known iniquity, if I do not commit it only in my life,
And hence, Says David, If I regard iniquity in my heart, any known iniquity, if I do not commit it only in my life,
cc av, vvz np1, cs pns11 vvb n1 p-acp po11 n1, d j-vvn n1, cs pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 av-j p-acp po11 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14119
but regard it in my heart, my heart is not fit to pray, the Lord will not hear my prayer, Psal. 66.18.
but regard it in my heart, my heart is not fit to pray, the Lord will not hear my prayer, Psalm 66.18.
cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po11 n1, po11 n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vmb xx vvi po11 n1, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14120
The promise of acceptance with him, is made to such, and none but such as fear him,
The promise of acceptance with him, is made to such, and none but such as Fear him,
dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, vbz vvn p-acp d, cc pix p-acp d c-acp vvb pno31,
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14121
so far at least as to desire and to endeavour to depart from evill;
so Far At least as to desire and to endeavour to depart from evil;
av av-j p-acp ds c-acp pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n-jn;
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14122
He will fulfil the desire of such as fear him, he also will hear their cry and save them, Psal. 145.19.He will fulfil the desire of such as Fear him, he also will hear their cry and save them, Psalm 145.19.
pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vvb pno31, pns31 av vmb vvi po32 n1 cc vvi pno32, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1841
Page 495
14123
2. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be humbled, both in the sense of the transcendent Majesty and Glory of the Lord, and of our unworthiness.
2. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be humbled, both in the sense of the transcendent Majesty and Glory of the Lord, and of our unworthiness.
crd cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po12 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 495
14124
We must endeavour to possess them with an awful apprehension of the greatness of the Lord, whom we are making our approaches to, that we may pray in reverence and holy fear, according to the Psalmists exhortation, Psal. 2.11. Serve the Lord with fear, saith he;
We must endeavour to possess them with an awful apprehension of the greatness of the Lord, whom we Are making our Approaches to, that we may pray in Reverence and holy Fear, according to the Psalmists exhortation, Psalm 2.11. Serve the Lord with Fear, Says he;
pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ro-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc j n1, vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz pns31;
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 495
14125
and according to his practice and example, Psal. 5.7. in thy fear will I worship towards thy holy Temple.
and according to his practice and Exampl, Psalm 5.7. in thy Fear will I worship towards thy holy Temple.
cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, np1 crd. p-acp po21 n1 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po21 j n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 495
14126
And hence the Saints in the beginnings of their prayers, when they have buckled to the duty, have been wont to set the Lord upon the Throne,
And hence the Saints in the beginnings of their Prayers, when they have buckled to the duty, have been wont to Set the Lord upon the Throne,
cc av dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 495
14127
and there to represent him in his greatness, by reckoning up his glorious attributes: And then to vilifie and to abase themselves exceedingly before him:
and there to represent him in his greatness, by reckoning up his glorious attributes: And then to vilify and to abase themselves exceedingly before him:
cc a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg a-acp po31 j n2: cc av pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi px32 av-vvg p-acp pno31:
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 495
14128
That they might bring their hearts by this means to a frame and temper fit for prayer.
That they might bring their hearts by this means to a frame and temper fit for prayer.
cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi j p-acp n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 495
14129
In such a disposition was the heart of the Centurion when he sought to Christ for mercy, Luk. 7.6, 7. He did not think himself worthy, that Christ should once come under his roof:
In such a disposition was the heart of the Centurion when he sought to christ for mercy, Luk. 7.6, 7. He did not think himself worthy, that christ should once come under his roof:
p-acp d dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd, crd pns31 vdd xx vvi px31 j, cst np1 vmd a-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 496
14130
And so the prodigal that said to his Father, I am not worthy to be called thy son, Luk. 15.21. 3. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be fixed.
And so the prodigal that said to his Father, I am not worthy to be called thy son, Luk. 15.21. 3. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be fixed.
cc av dt j-jn cst vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po21 n1, np1 crd. crd cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn.
(59) part (DIV2)
1842
Page 496
14131
They must be setled upon God, and on the words we utter to him.
They must be settled upon God, and on the words we utter to him.
pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp pno31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1843
Page 496
14132
They must not rove and wander up and down, as they are very apt to do.
They must not rove and wander up and down, as they Are very apt to do.
pns32 vmb xx vvi cc vvi a-acp cc a-acp, c-acp pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vdi.
(59) part (DIV2)
1843
Page 496
14133
They must attend the business that they are about.
They must attend the business that they Are about.
pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 cst pns32 vbr a-acp.
(59) part (DIV2)
1843
Page 496
14134
In such a disposition was the heart of David, when he was about to praise the Lord;
In such a disposition was the heart of David, when he was about to praise the Lord;
p-acp d dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1843
Page 496
14135
My heart is fixed O God (saith he) my heart is fixed, I will sing and give praise; Psal. 57.7. There hath been much talk of late concerning fixing arms:My heart is fixed Oh God (Says he) my heart is fixed, I will sing and give praise; Psalm 57.7. There hath been much talk of late Concerning fixing arms:
po11 n1 vbz vvn uh np1 (vvz pns31) po11 n1 vbz vvn, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi n1; np1 crd. pc-acp vhz vbn d n1 pp-f j vvg vvg n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1843
Page 496
14136
but surely this of fixing hearts is the most necessary business. 4. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be awakened:
but surely this of fixing hearts is the most necessary business. 4. That our hearts may be prepared, they must be awakened:
cc-acp av-j d pp-f vvg n2 vbz dt av-ds j n1. crd cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn:
(59) part (DIV2)
1843
Page 496
14137
they are naturally dead and dull, and sleepy; especially at sometimes, by means of some corporal or spiritual distemper.
they Are naturally dead and dull, and sleepy; especially At sometime, by means of Some corporal or spiritual distemper.
pns32 vbr av-j j cc j, cc j; av-j p-acp av, p-acp n2 pp-f d j cc j n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1844
Page 496
14138
They cannot watch to prayer one hour, and though the spirit is ready, yet the flesh is weak:
They cannot watch to prayer one hour, and though the Spirit is ready, yet the Flesh is weak:
pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 crd n1, cc cs dt n1 vbz j, av dt n1 vbz j:
(59) part (DIV2)
1844
Page 496
14139
And therefore we must quicken them, and rouse them up from drowsiness, before we set about the duty;
And Therefore we must quicken them, and rouse them up from drowsiness, before we Set about the duty;
cc av pns12 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1844
Page 496
14140
and while we are in the performance of it, we must call upon our hearts as Deborah, Judg. 5.12. Awake, awake Deborah, awake awake, utter a song.
and while we Are in the performance of it, we must call upon our hearts as Deborah, Judges 5.12. Awake, awake Deborah, awake awake, utter a song.
cc cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1, np1 crd. vvb, j np1, vvb j, vvb dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1844
Page 496
14141
And as David on his Harp, Awake Harp; so we, awake heart, I my self will awake early, Psal. 108.2. You see in brief, the Rule of Christ in reference to preparation.
And as David on his Harp, Awake Harp; so we, awake heart, I my self will awake early, Psalm 108.2. You see in brief, the Rule of christ in Referente to preparation.
cc p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb n1; av pns12, j n1, pns11 po11 n1 vmb vvi av-j, np1 crd. pn22 vvb p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1844
Page 496
14142
Now let us see what he prescribes both for the matter, the manner, and the end of prayer.
Now let us see what he prescribes both for the matter, the manner, and the end of prayer.
av vvb pno12 vvi r-crq pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1844
Page 496
14143
As for the matter of your prayers, you must search the promises. You are to pray for nothing, but only what you have a promise;
As for the matter of your Prayers, you must search the promises. You Are to pray for nothing, but only what you have a promise;
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi dt n2. pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pix, cc-acp av-j r-crq pn22 vhb dt n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14144
for not what you have a mind to, but what you have a promise for.
for not what you have a mind to, but what you have a promise for.
c-acp xx r-crq pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp, cc-acp r-crq pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp.
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14145
It is the business and the work of prayer to put the promises of God in suit;
It is the business and the work of prayer to put the promises of God in suit;
pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14146
not our desires, but his promises.
not our Desires, but his promises.
xx po12 n2, cc-acp po31 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14147
And therefore we must study promises, if we would know how to make prayers, or how to judge of prayers after we have made them:
And Therefore we must study promises, if we would know how to make Prayers, or how to judge of Prayers After we have made them:
cc av pns12 vmb vvi n2, cs pns12 vmd vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi n2, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno32:
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14148
If they agree not with the promises, they are but rash and inconsiderate desires: they are the sacrifice of fools, as they are called, Eccles. 5.1.
If they agree not with the promises, they Are but rash and inconsiderate Desires: they Are the sacrifice of Fools, as they Are called, Eccles. 5.1.
cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n2, pns32 vbr p-acp j cc j n2: pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14149
And God will never look after them, nor shew respect to them, as Elibu teaches us, Job 35.13. Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it.
And God will never look After them, nor show respect to them, as Elihu Teaches us, Job 35.13. Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it.
cc np1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno32, ccx vvi n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. av-j n1 vmb xx vvi n1, dx vmb dt j-jn n1 pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1845
Page 496
14150
As for the manner of our prayers, the rule of Christ is very large here,
As for the manner of our Prayers, the Rule of christ is very large Here,
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j av,
(59) part (DIV2)
1846
Page 496
14151
and so accordingly directions might be copious, both how to form our supplications, which we are about to tender,
and so accordingly directions might be copious, both how to from our supplications, which we Are about to tender,
cc av av-vvg n2 vmd vbi j, av-d c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vbr a-acp p-acp j,
(59) part (DIV2)
1846
Page 496
14152
and having tendred them, how to resolve whether they have been according to the will of Christ, or no.
and having tendered them, how to resolve whither they have been according to the will of christ, or no.
cc vhg vvn pno32, c-crq pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vhb vbn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc uh-dx.
(59) part (DIV2)
1846
Page 496
14153
I shall but touch upon the principal. 1. It is in the will of Christ that we pray without wrath;
I shall but touch upon the principal. 1. It is in the will of christ that we pray without wrath;
pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn. crd pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1846
Page 496
14154
for so is the express direction, 1 Tim. 2.8. I will therefore that men may pray everywhere, lifting up pure hands without wrath.
for so is the express direction, 1 Tim. 2.8. I will Therefore that men may pray everywhere, lifting up pure hands without wrath.
c-acp av vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd. pns11 vmb av d n2 vmb vvi av, vvg a-acp j n2 p-acp n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 496
14155
We must not come to God with hearts distracted and disturbed with passion, but with composed, meek and quiet spirits.
We must not come to God with hearts distracted and disturbed with passion, but with composed, meek and quiet spirits.
pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp vvn, j cc j-jn n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 496
14156
It was the fault of James and John, who when a certain Town of the Samaritans repelled Christ,
It was the fault of James and John, who when a certain Town of the Samaritans repelled christ,
pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, r-crq c-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt njp2 vvn np1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 496
14157
and refused to receive him, would in a fit of rage and anger, have prayed for fire to come down from heaven to consume them, Luk. 9.54.
and refused to receive him, would in a fit of rage and anger, have prayed for fire to come down from heaven to consume them, Luk. 9.54.
cc vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vhb vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 496
14158
And so when the malitious enemies of Christ, have done his cause or people any great mischief, it may be we are ready in a heat to call for vengeance out of heaven upon them.
And so when the malicious enemies of christ, have done his cause or people any great mischief, it may be we Are ready in a heat to call for vengeance out of heaven upon them.
cc av c-crq dt j n2 pp-f np1, vhb vdn po31 n1 cc n1 d j n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp pno32.
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 497
14159
But if we pray in such a manner, we may look for such a censure as James and John had in the fore-alleadged Text, Ye know not what spirit ye are of;
But if we pray in such a manner, we may look for such a censure as James and John had in the fore-alleged Text, You know not what Spirit you Are of;
p-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp np1 cc np1 vhd p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 pn22 vbr a-acp;
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 497
14160
You think it may be you are zealous, but you are very much mistaken; you are cholerick and angry;
You think it may be you Are zealous, but you Are very much mistaken; you Are choleric and angry;
pn22 vvb pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr j, cc-acp pn22 vbr av av-d vvn; pn22 vbr j cc j;
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 497
14161
you do know not the temper and disposition of your spirits.
you do know not the temper and disposition of your spirits.
pn22 vdb vvi xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1847
Page 497
14162
Brethren we must not go to prayer in a fit of anger, and a pang of discontent,
Brothers we must not go to prayer in a fit of anger, and a pang of discontent,
n2 pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n-jn,
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14163
as it seems Eliah did, 1 King. 14.4. It is enough Lord, take away my life, for I am not better then my Fathers:
as it seems Elijah did, 1 King. 14.4. It is enough Lord, take away my life, for I am not better then my Father's:
c-acp pn31 vvz np1 vdd, crd n1. crd. pn31 vbz av-d n1, vvb av po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm xx jc cs po11 n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14164
And as it seems Job did, Job 6.8. Oh that I might have my request, and that God would grant me the thing that I long for;
And as it seems Job did, Job 6.8. O that I might have my request, and that God would grant me the thing that I long for;
cc c-acp pn31 vvz n1 vdd, np1 crd. uh cst pns11 vmd vhi po11 n1, cc cst np1 vmd vvi pno11 dt n1 cst pns11 av-j p-acp;
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14165
Even that it would please God to destroy me, that he would let loose his hand and cut me off: Even that it would please God to destroy me, that he would let lose his hand and Cut me off:
av cst pn31 vmd vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno11, cst pns31 vmd vvi vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pno11 a-acp:
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14166
And as it is extreamly probable that Moses did when he conceived his burthen was too heavy for him, Numb. 11.10, 15. For it is said he was displeased,
And as it is extremely probable that Moses did when he conceived his burden was too heavy for him, Numb. 11.10, 15. For it is said he was displeased,
cc c-acp pn31 vbz av-jn j cst np1 vdd c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 vbds av j c-acp pno31, j. crd, crd p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pns31 vbds vvn,
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14167
and in that angry mood, he said to God, Wherefore hast thou afflicted me? You see he calls the Lord to coram, to see how he can answer his proceedings;
and in that angry mood, he said to God, Wherefore hast thou afflicted me? You see he calls the Lord to coram, to see how he can answer his proceedings;
cc p-acp d j n1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11? pn22 vvb pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp fw-la, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2-vvg;
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14168
Wherefore, &c. I am not able to bear all this alone: Wherefore, etc. I am not able to bear all this alone:
c-crq, av pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi d d av-j:
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14169
And if thou deal thus with me, kill me I pray thee out of the way,
And if thou deal thus with me, kill me I pray thee out of the Way,
cc cs pns21 vvb av p-acp pno11, vvb pno11 pns11 vvb pno21 av pp-f dt n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14170
and do not let me see my wretchedness: and do not let me see my wretchedness:
cc vdb xx vvi pno11 vvi po11 n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14171
And thus it is apparent Jonah did, who being crost in a punctilio, in a point of honour, out of a pettish childish humor, will go die, God must take away his life:
And thus it is apparent Jonah did, who being crossed in a punctilio, in a point of honour, out of a pettish childish humour, will go die, God must take away his life:
cc av pn31 vbz j np1 vdd, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f dt j j n1, vmb vvi vvi, np1 vmb vvi av po31 n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14172
We must not come to God in such a temper, to empty and disgorge our choler,
We must not come to God in such a temper, to empty and disgorge our choler,
pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14173
and to vent our passions to him; No, Tempus mansuetudinis, est tempus orationis. The time of meekness is the time of prayer.
and to vent our passion to him; No, Tempus mansuetudinis, est Tempus orationis. The time of meekness is the time of prayer.
cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31; uh-dx, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1848
Page 497
14174
2. It is the will of Christ that we pray without doubtings, and this is also added in the Text before alledged, 1 Tim. 2.8. Pray, lifting up pure hands without wrath or doubting.
2. It is the will of christ that we pray without doubtings, and this is also added in the Text before alleged, 1 Tim. 2.8. Pray, lifting up pure hands without wrath or doubting.
crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp n2, cc d vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn, crd np1 crd. vvb, vvg a-acp j n2 p-acp n1 cc vvg.
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14175
He would have us come to God with confidence and strong assurance, as it beseemeth those to do who are indeed in Covenant with him.
He would have us come to God with confidence and strong assurance, as it beseems those to do who Are indeed in Covenant with him.
pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz d pc-acp vdi r-crq vbr av p-acp n1 p-acp pno31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14176
You know a houshold servant, that is in Covenant with his Master, cals confidently for his break-fast,
You know a household servant, that is in Covenant with his Master, calls confidently for his breakfast,
pn22 vvb dt n1 n1, cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14177
and his dinner, and his Supper, whereas a beggar or a stranger doth not so.
and his dinner, and his Supper, whereas a beggar or a stranger does not so.
cc po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vdz xx av.
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14178
So he that is in Covenant with the Lord, should come with boldness to the Throne of Grace, relying formerly on the promises of God,
So he that is in Covenant with the Lord, should come with boldness to the Throne of Grace, relying formerly on the promises of God,
av pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14179
as David did, I cryed and I hoped in thy Word, Psal. 119.147. Lord, I want faith, give it me;
as David did, I cried and I hoped in thy Word, Psalm 119.147. Lord, I want faith, give it me;
c-acp np1 vdd, pns11 vvd cc pns11 vvd p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd. n1, pns11 vvb n1, vvb pn31 pno11;
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14180
I want patience, let me have it;
I want patience, let me have it;
pns11 vvb n1, vvb pno11 vhi pn31;
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14181
I find my heart is out of order, joynt it, mend it, unite it to thy self.
I find my heart is out of order, joint it, mend it, unite it to thy self.
pns11 vvb po11 n1 vbz av pp-f n1, n1 pn31, vvb pn31, vvb pn31 p-acp po21 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1849
Page 497
14182
It is for those that are without, and that are strangers to the Lord, that live on nothing else but common providence, to come doubtfully to God,
It is for those that Are without, and that Are Strangers to the Lord, that live on nothing Else but Common providence, to come doubtfully to God,
pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vbr p-acp, cc d vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vvb p-acp pix av cc-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14183
when their distresses force them to his presence.
when their Distresses force them to his presence.
c-crq po32 n2 vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14184
But if those that are his friends, and that are in Covenant with him, come in such a posture to him, he may justly say to such,
But if those that Are his Friends, and that Are in Covenant with him, come in such a posture to him, he may justly say to such,
p-acp cs d cst vbr po31 n2, cc d vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp d dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d,
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14185
Why, what's the matter that you are so strange, and that you are not bold with me,
Why, what's the matter that you Are so strange, and that you Are not bold with me,
uh-crq, q-crq|vbz dt n1 cst pn22 vbr av j, cc cst pn22 vbr xx j p-acp pno11,
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14186
as you have wont to be? you shall fare neer a whit the better for coming to me after such a manner.
as you have wont to be? you shall fare near a whit the better for coming to me After such a manner.
c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi? pn22 vmb vvi av-j dt n1 dt jc p-acp vvg p-acp pno11 p-acp d dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14187
And verily, my Brethren, unless we draw nigh to God in faith well grounded on the promises, we can have no hopes to speed in our petitions.
And verily, my Brothers, unless we draw High to God in faith well grounded on the promises, we can have no hope's to speed in our petitions.
cc av-j, po11 n2, cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 av vvn p-acp dt n2, pns12 vmb vhi dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14188
He that would ask any thing of God, saith the Apostle James, chap. 1.6, 7, let him come in faith, nothing doubting.
He that would ask any thing of God, Says the Apostle James, chap. 1.6, 7, let him come in faith, nothing doubting.
pns31 cst vmd vvi d n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1 np1, n1 crd, crd, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp n1, pix vvg.
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14189
Otherwise let him not think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord.
Otherwise let him not think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord.
av vvb pno31 xx vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1850
Page 497
14190
3. It is the will of Christ that we pray with much zeal, that our Petitions be not formal, cold and drowsie prayers,
3. It is the will of christ that we pray with much zeal, that our Petitions be not formal, cold and drowsy Prayers,
crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, cst po12 n2 vbb xx j, j-jn cc j n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1851
Page 498
14191
but that there be some heat and fervour in them. You know the prayers of Gods people are compared to Incense, Psal. 141.2.
but that there be Some heat and fervour in them. You know the Prayers of God's people Are compared to Incense, Psalm 141.2.
cc-acp cst pc-acp vbi d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr vvn p-acp vvb, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1851
Page 498
14192
And Incense sends up no sweet savour till the fire come to it.
And Incense sends up no sweet savour till the fire come to it.
cc n1 vvz p-acp dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1851
Page 498
14193
It is the fervent prayer only that is effectual with the Lord, as the Apostle teaches us, Jam. 5.16. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
It is the fervent prayer only that is effectual with the Lord, as the Apostle Teaches us, Jam. 5.16. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
pn31 vbz dt j n1 av-j cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz d.
(59) part (DIV2)
1851
Page 498
14194
And hence saith David, Hear me, O Lord, and why so? I cry with my whole heart, Psal. 119.145. so runs the promise of the Lord to his people, Jer. 29.13. Ye shall seek and find me when ye search for me with your whole heart.
And hence Says David, Hear me, Oh Lord, and why so? I cry with my Whole heart, Psalm 119.145. so runs the promise of the Lord to his people, Jer. 29.13. You shall seek and find me when you search for me with your Whole heart.
cc av vvz np1, vvb pno11, uh n1, cc q-crq av? pns11 vvb p-acp po11 j-jn n1, np1 crd. av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi pno11 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp po22 j-jn n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1851
Page 498
14195
And thus you see in brief what Christ prescribeth for the manner of your prayers.
And thus you see in brief what christ prescribeth for the manner of your Prayers.
cc av pn22 vvb p-acp j r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1851
Page 498
14196
Now in the last place for the end of prayer, that must be his glory, we must aim at his ends, and not our own.
Now in the last place for the end of prayer, that must be his glory, we must aim At his ends, and not our own.
av p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vbi po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc xx po12 d.
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14197
If we seek any thing, my Brethren, meerly for our own ends, to advance our own credits,
If we seek any thing, my Brothers, merely for our own ends, to advance our own credits,
cs pns12 vvb d n1, po11 n2, av-j p-acp po12 d n2, pc-acp vvi po12 d n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14198
or our own profit, we have no aim at all but self in our Petitions:
or our own profit, we have no aim At all but self in our Petitions:
cc po12 d n1, pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14199
If we would have gifts and graces for no other ends but this, that we may be applauded and observed;
If we would have Gifts and graces for no other ends but this, that we may be applauded and observed;
cs pns12 vmd vhi n2 cc n2 p-acp dx j-jn n2 p-acp d, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn;
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14200
if we would have wealth and riches in the world for no other end but this, that we may strut and swagger,
if we would have wealth and riches in the world for no other end but this, that we may strut and swagger,
cs pns12 vmd vhi n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi,
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14201
and satisfie our own lusts (and so accordingly we may conceive of other things) we have cause enough to doubt, that Jesus Christ will leave us in such suits as these are,
and satisfy our own Lustiest (and so accordingly we may conceive of other things) we have cause enough to doubt, that jesus christ will leave us in such suits as these Are,
cc vvi po12 d n2 (cc av av-vvg pns12 vmb vvi pp-f j-jn n2) pns12 vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi, cst np1 np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr,
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14202
yea though we be his own people.
yea though we be his own people.
uh cs pns12 vbb po31 d n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14203
But if we would have nothing from the Father but in reference to Christ and to his glory,
But if we would have nothing from the Father but in Referente to christ and to his glory,
p-acp cs pns12 vmd vhi pix p-acp dt n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14204
if we would have grace, and if we would have outward things that we may serve him the better, that we may honour him the more, we have good grounds to hope that Jesus Christ will second us, in such requests as these are.
if we would have grace, and if we would have outward things that we may serve him the better, that we may honour him the more, we have good grounds to hope that jesus christ will second us, in such requests as these Are.
cs pns12 vmd vhi n1, cc cs pns12 vmd vhi j n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 dt jc, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 dt av-dc, pns12 vhb j n2 pc-acp vvi cst np1 np1 vmb vvi pno12, p-acp d n2 c-acp d vbr.
(59) part (DIV2)
1852
Page 498
14205
Now he will tell the Father, There is such a suit of such a member, such a Saint of mine, I pray thee hearken to it,
Now he will tell the Father, There is such a suit of such a member, such a Saint of mine, I pray thee harken to it,
av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f png11, pns11 vvb pno21 vvi p-acp pn31,
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14206
and dispatch it out of hand, for it concerneth me aswell as him:
and dispatch it out of hand, for it concerns me aswell as him:
cc vvb pn31 av pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pno11 av p-acp pno31:
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14207
Fain he would have more grace, but I assure thee (for I know his heart) it is not to be proud,
Fain he would have more grace, but I assure thee (for I know his heart) it is not to be proud,
av-j pns31 vmd vhi dc n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb pno21 (c-acp pns11 vvb po31 n1) pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi j,
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14208
or to be lifted up himself, but to lift up me with it, and to glorifie my name.
or to be lifted up himself, but to lift up me with it, and to Glorify my name.
cc pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp px31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14209
Poor soul he never thinks he gloryfieth me enough, and therefore he would have more strength from thee to do it.
Poor soul he never thinks he gloryfieth me enough, and Therefore he would have more strength from thee to do it.
j n1 pns31 av-x vvz pns31 vvz pno11 av-d, cc av pns31 vmd vhi dc n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14210
Thou seest how I am interessed in this suit of his, and therefore I beseech thee do not put him off,
Thou See how I am interested in this suit of his, and Therefore I beseech thee do not put him off,
pns21 vv2 c-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, cc av pns11 vvb pno21 vdb xx vvi pno31 a-acp,
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14211
but answer him for my sake.
but answer him for my sake.
cc-acp vvb pno31 p-acp po11 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14212
It is thy great design to glorifie me in the world, and if thou wilt but give this Saint of mine more grace, he will give me more glory.
It is thy great Design to Glorify me in the world, and if thou wilt but give this Saint of mine more grace, he will give me more glory.
pn31 vbz po21 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1, cc cs pns21 vm2 cc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po11 av-dc n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 av-dc n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14213
Come, let me set thy Treasure open, and give him out a large share, for I my self shall be a gainer by it.
Come, let me Set thy Treasure open, and give him out a large share, for I my self shall be a gainer by it.
np1, vvb pno11 vvi po21 n1 j, cc vvb pno31 av dt j n1, c-acp pns11 po11 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1853
Page 498
14214
And thus far I have shewed you, how we may have Jesus Christ to be our Advocate in our Petitions.
And thus Far I have showed you, how we may have jesus christ to be our Advocate in our Petitions.
cc av av-j pns11 vhb vvn pn22, c-crq pns12 vmb vhi np1 np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1854
Page 498
14215
We must walk by his Rule, and pray according to his Will, as I have laid it open to you, both in relation to the Preparation,
We must walk by his Rule, and pray according to his Will, as I have laid it open to you, both in Relation to the Preparation,
pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31 j p-acp pn22, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1854
Page 498
14216
and the Supplication, both for the matter, manner, and the end.
and the Supplication, both for the matter, manner, and the end.
cc dt n1, av-d p-acp dt n1, n1, cc dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1854
Page 498
14217
If thus we do, we may be confident of the good word of Christ for us.
If thus we do, we may be confident of the good word of christ for us.
cs av pns12 vdb, pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12.
(59) part (DIV2)
1854
Page 498
14218
But what if we fail in this? I answer in a word, and so an end.
But what if we fail in this? I answer in a word, and so an end.
p-acp q-crq cs pns12 vvb p-acp d? pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1854
Page 498
14219
If we fail in the matter of our prayer, if that be not according to the will of Christ, such a Petition and request as this, we may resolve upon, is laid by.
If we fail in the matter of our prayer, if that be not according to the will of christ, such a Petition and request as this, we may resolve upon, is laid by.
cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs d vbb xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d dt vvb cc vvi p-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, vbz vvn p-acp.
(59) part (DIV2)
1855
Page 498
14220
If we fail in the manner of our prayer, either it is a total failing, or a gradual failing.
If we fail in the manner of our prayer, either it is a total failing, or a gradual failing.
cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, av-d pn31 vbz dt j vvg, cc dt j-jn vvg.
(59) part (DIV2)
1856
Page 499
14221
If it be a total failing, if we pray without faith, without any faith at all, without zeal,
If it be a total failing, if we pray without faith, without any faith At all, without zeal,
cs pn31 vbb dt j vvg, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp d, p-acp n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1856
Page 499
14222
and the like, farewell to the success of such petitions.
and the like, farewell to the success of such petitions.
cc dt j, uh-n p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1856
Page 499
14223
If it be but a partial failing, and that failing strived against, and prayed against, the case is very different.
If it be but a partial failing, and that failing strived against, and prayed against, the case is very different.
cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j vvg, cc d vvg vvd p-acp, cc vvd p-acp, dt n1 vbz av j.
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14224
By Evangelical allay we do what we desire to do, in Gods gracious acceptation: We pray in faith, if we desire to pray in faith:
By Evangelical allay we do what we desire to do, in God's gracious acceptation: We pray in faith, if we desire to pray in faith:
p-acp np1 vvi pns12 vdb r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi, p-acp npg1 j n1: pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14225
we pray with zeal, if we desire to pray with zeal:
we pray with zeal, if we desire to pray with zeal:
pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14226
We pray according to the Will of Christ, if we desire to pray according to the Will of Christ,
We pray according to the Will of christ, if we desire to pray according to the Will of christ,
pns12 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14227
as to the manner of our prayers.
as to the manner of our Prayers.
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14228
And if we pray according to his Will (but in such a sense as this) Christ intercedes, and God hears.
And if we pray according to his Will (but in such a sense as this) christ intercedes, and God hears.
cc cs pns12 vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1 (cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d) np1 vvz, cc np1 vvz.
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14229
Our Advocate strikes in with us, and begs his Father to regard the matter, and not the manner of our prayers.
Our Advocate strikes in with us, and begs his Father to regard the matter, and not the manner of our Prayers.
po12 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno12, cc vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14230
He is an Intercessor for us to his Father, in reference to both these, both to the thing desired,
He is an Intercessor for us to his Father, in Referente to both these, both to the thing desired,
pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d d, av-d p-acp dt n1 vvd,
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14231
and the manner of desiring, that he would give the one, and that he would forgive the other.
and the manner of desiring, that he would give the one, and that he would forgive the other.
cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt pi, cc cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n-jn.
(59) part (DIV2)
1857
Page 499
14232
And thus far of the first sort of directions, how to judge whether in the Petitions that we make we walk by the Rule of Christ or no.
And thus Far of the First sort of directions, how to judge whither in the Petitions that we make we walk by the Rule of christ or no.
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi cs p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvb pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc av-dx.
(59) part (DIV2)
1858
Page 499
14233
Proceed we to the second sort, how to determine whither we act by the Spirit of Christ, or no.
Proceed we to the second sort, how to determine whither we act by the Spirit of christ, or no.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc uh-dx.
(59) part (DIV2)
1858
Page 499
14234
If in our prayers we act by Christs Spirit, there are some measures and degrees of fervency and zeal in them.
If in our Prayers we act by Christ Spirit, there Are Some measures and Degrees of fervency and zeal in them.
cs p-acp po12 n2 pns12 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32.
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14235
The Holy Ghost is frequently compared to fire in Scripture;
The Holy Ghost is frequently compared to fire in Scripture;
dt j n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14236
He shall baptize you (saith John the Baptist speaking of our Saviour) with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: He shall baptise you (Says John the Baptist speaking of our Saviour) with the Holy Ghost, and with fire:
pns31 vmb vvi pn22 (vvz np1 dt np1 vvg pp-f po12 n1) p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14237
that is, with the Holy Spirit, which is not like water only, but like fire too, in those that are baptized with it;
that is, with the Holy Spirit, which is not like water only, but like fire too, in those that Are baptised with it;
cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz xx av-j vvi av-j, cc-acp av-j n1 av, p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31;
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14238
so that where the Spirit is, there is an holy heat in those that are partakers of it, which shews it self in prayer as in other duties.
so that where the Spirit is, there is an holy heat in those that Are partakers of it, which shows it self in prayer as in other duties.
av cst c-crq dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d cst vbr n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vvz pn31 n1 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp j-jn n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14239
They are fervent in spirit serving the Lord.
They Are fervent in Spirit serving the Lord.
pns32 vbr j p-acp n1 vvg dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14240
And though their heat may be allaid and cooled sometimes, by outward means, like water cast on this fire,
And though their heat may be allayed and cooled sometime, by outward means, like water cast on this fire,
cc cs po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn av, p-acp j n2, j n1 vvn p-acp d n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14241
yet still there is an inward striving and disposition to be fervent. The Holy Ghost within them is like fire to this incense:
yet still there is an inward striving and disposition to be fervent. The Holy Ghost within them is like fire to this incense:
av av pc-acp vbz dt j vvg cc n1 pc-acp vbi j. dt j n1 p-acp pno32 vbz j n1 p-acp d n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14242
I mean the incense of their prayers.
I mean the incense of their Prayers.
pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14243
And though it may be smothered sometimes that it cannot flame or burn up, either by afflictions,
And though it may be smothered sometime that it cannot flame or burn up, either by afflictions,
cc cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn av cst pn31 vmbx vvi cc vvi a-acp, av-d p-acp n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14244
or temptations, or desertions, yet it is never utterly extinguished in the Saints.
or temptations, or desertions, yet it is never utterly extinguished in the Saints.
cc n2, cc n2, av pn31 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14245
Although there be not flames perhaps, yet there are coals continually on the Altars of their hearts, which though they may be raked in the ashes now and then,
Although there be not flames perhaps, yet there Are coals continually on the Altars of their hearts, which though they may be raked in the Ashes now and then,
cs pc-acp vbb xx n2 av, av a-acp vbr n2 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 av cc av,
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14246
yet at some other times they burn amain; Their hearts are hot within them, and the fire kindles,
yet At Some other times they burn amain; Their hearts Are hight within them, and the fire kindles,
av p-acp d j-jn n2 pns32 vvb av; po32 n2 vbr j p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 vvz,
(59) part (DIV2)
1859
Page 499
14247
If we act by Christs Spirit, our prayers are not purely natural, but spiritual desires.
If we act by Christ Spirit, our Prayers Are not purely natural, but spiritual Desires.
cs pns12 vvi p-acp npg1 n1, po12 n2 vbr xx av-j j, cc-acp j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 499
14248
For you must know, my Brethren, that a man may pray, yea he may think that he is much assisted by the Spirit in his prayers,
For you must know, my Brothers, that a man may pray, yea he may think that he is much assisted by the Spirit in his Prayers,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, po11 n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, uh pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 499
14249
when all proceeds from his own Spirit, and all his prayers may be nothing else but meerly natural desires.
when all proceeds from his own Spirit, and all his Prayers may be nothing Else but merely natural Desires.
c-crq d vvz p-acp po31 d n1, cc d po31 n2 vmb vbi pix av cc-acp av-j j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 499
14250
As when a man perceives himself to be in great distress, and sees no way or means to be delivered from it,
As when a man perceives himself to be in great distress, and sees no Way or means to be Delivered from it,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi p-acp j n1, cc vvz dx n1 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31,
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 499
14251
and is convinced and satisfied that God can save him notwithstanding this extremity of danger;
and is convinced and satisfied that God can save him notwithstanding this extremity of danger;
cc vbz vvn cc vvd cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 499
14252
In such a case (these suppositions being made) he may enlarge himself to God in prayer,
In such a case (these suppositions being made) he may enlarge himself to God in prayer,
p-acp d dt n1 (d n2 vbg vvn) pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 499
14253
and yet he may be stirred and quickned to it by nothing but his own Spirit, which is naturally carryed to the use of any means which it conceives may be effectual to such an end as this is:
and yet he may be stirred and quickened to it by nothing but his own Spirit, which is naturally carried to the use of any means which it conceives may be effectual to such an end as this is:
cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp pix cc-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pn31 vvz vmb vbi j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz:
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 500
14254
So that this man for all his earnestness, may not act by Christs Spirit, but his own:
So that this man for all his earnestness, may not act by Christ Spirit, but his own:
av cst d n1 p-acp d po31 n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp po31 d:
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 500
14255
as it is very manifest those wretches did, who when they saw themselves invironed round about with dangers,
as it is very manifest those wretches did, who when they saw themselves environed round about with dangers,
c-acp pn31 vbz av j d n2 vdd, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvd px32 vvn j p-acp p-acp n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 500
14256
and thought that none but God could help them, cryed vehemently to the Lord, Exod. 14.10. and yet in the succeeding verse it appeareth what they were:
and Thought that none but God could help them, cried vehemently to the Lord, Exod 14.10. and yet in the succeeding verse it appears what they were:
cc vvd cst pix cc-acp np1 vmd vvi pno32, vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cc av p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pn31 vvz r-crq pns32 vbdr:
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 500
14257
They shew themselves in their own colours.
They show themselves in their own colours.
pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 d n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1860
Page 500
14258
But when a man is carryed high in prayer upon such grounds and reasons as his spirit naturally is not likely to suggest,
But when a man is carried high in prayer upon such grounds and Reasons as his Spirit naturally is not likely to suggest,
cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1 av-j vbz xx j pc-acp vvi,
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14259
because they do not any way concern him as a natural man:
Because they do not any Way concern him as a natural man:
c-acp pns32 vdb xx d n1 vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14260
as when upon the apprehension of some great dishonour that will come to God, if such a thing should be denyed, a man is much enlarged and quickned in his prayers;
as when upon the apprehension of Some great dishonour that will come to God, if such a thing should be denied, a man is much enlarged and quickened in his Prayers;
c-acp c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp np1, cs d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, dt n1 vbz av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14261
yea, when his prayers are against his natural desires;
yea, when his Prayers Are against his natural Desires;
uh, c-crq po31 n2 vbr p-acp po31 j n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14262
when he is earnest with the Lord in secret, to help him to pluck out a right eye,
when he is earnest with the Lord in secret, to help him to pluck out a right eye,
c-crq pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av dt j-jn n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14263
or to cut off a right hand, to mortifie, and curse, and kill those lusts,
or to Cut off a right hand, to mortify, and curse, and kill those Lustiest,
cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi, cc n1, cc vvi d n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14264
and those corruptions which naturally are extreamly dear to him, and that upon such grounds and motives, wherein there is no self respect:
and those corruptions which naturally Are extremely dear to him, and that upon such grounds and motives, wherein there is no self respect:
cc d n2 r-crq av-j vbr av-jn j-jn p-acp pno31, cc cst p-acp d n2 cc n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14265
When he shall seriously and sincerely beg the Lord to give but a little wealth, a little honour,
When he shall seriously and sincerely beg the Lord to give but a little wealth, a little honour,
c-crq pns31 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14266
if he perceive that more will do him spiritual hurt, that it will puff him up and make him proud as Agur did, Give me not riches, feed me with food convenient for me, left I be full and deny thee,
if he perceive that more will do him spiritual hurt, that it will puff him up and make him proud as Agur did, Give me not riches, feed me with food convenient for me, left I be full and deny thee,
cs pns31 vvb d dc vmb vdi pno31 j n1, cst pn31 vmb n1 pno31 a-acp cc vvi pno31 j c-acp vvb vdd, vvb pno11 xx n2, vvb pno11 p-acp n1 j p-acp pno11, vvd pns11 vbi j cc vvb pno21,
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14267
and say, Who is the Lord? this man is like to act by Christs Spirit.and say, Who is the Lord? this man is like to act by Christ Spirit.
cc vvi, r-crq vbz dt n1? d n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1861
Page 500
14268
If we act by Christs Spirit in our prayers, we strive most for spiritual things.
If we act by Christ Spirit in our Prayers, we strive most for spiritual things.
cs pns12 vvi p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvi av-ds p-acp j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1862
Page 500
14269
What do you think the Spirit of Christ will make us long more after earth and earthly things then Christ himself? that it will make us more importunate for wealth,
What do you think the Spirit of christ will make us long more After earth and earthly things then christ himself? that it will make us more importunate for wealth,
q-crq vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno12 j av-dc p-acp n1 cc j n2 cs np1 px31? cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dc j p-acp n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1862
Page 500
14270
then grace? more earnest after temporal and worldly blessings, then after those spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ Jesus, as the Apostle calls them? Ephes. 1.3.
then grace? more earnest After temporal and worldly blessings, then After those spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ jesus, as the Apostle calls them? Ephesians 1.3.
cs n1? dc j p-acp j cc j n2, av p-acp d j n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32? np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1862
Page 500
14271
Is it a likely thing, my Brethren, that the Spirit should make us struggle more for bodily and outward things,
Is it a likely thing, my Brothers, that the Spirit should make us struggle more for bodily and outward things,
vbz pn31 dt j n1, po11 n2, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 vvi n1 p-acp j cc j n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1862
Page 500
14272
then for those things that are more agreeable and suitable to it, more near to its own nature? I make no question, David acted by the Spirit, in that Petition and request of his, Psal. 4.6. There be many that will say, Who will shew us any good? you must conceive it, any temporal or worldly good; many that look after this:
then for those things that Are more agreeable and suitable to it, more near to its own nature? I make no question, David acted by the Spirit, in that Petition and request of his, Psalm 4.6. There be many that will say, Who will show us any good? you must conceive it, any temporal or worldly good; many that look After this:
av p-acp d n2 cst vbr av-dc j cc j p-acp pn31, av-dc av-j p-acp po31 d n1? pns11 vvb dx n1, np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst vvb cc n1 pp-f png31, np1 crd. pc-acp vbi d cst vmb vvi, q-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? pn22 vmb vvi pn31, d j cc j j; d cst vvb p-acp d:
(59) part (DIV2)
1862
Page 500
14273
But this is that which I desire, saith he, Lord, lift upon me the light of thy countenance, and when thou hast done this, Thou hast put gladness in my heart, much more then in the hearts of worldly men when their corn and wine increaseth.
But this is that which I desire, Says he, Lord, lift upon me the Light of thy countenance, and when thou hast done this, Thou hast put gladness in my heart, much more then in the hearts of worldly men when their corn and wine increases.
cc-acp d vbz d r-crq pns11 vvb, vvz pns31, n1, vvb p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc c-crq pns21 vh2 vdn d, pns21 vh2 vvn n1 p-acp po11 n1, av-d av-dc cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 c-crq po32 n1 cc n1 vvz.
(59) part (DIV2)
1862
Page 500
14274
If we act by Christs-Spirit, we pray for temporal and worldly things in reference to spiritual ends.
If we act by Christs-Spirit, we pray for temporal and worldly things in Referente to spiritual ends.
cs pns12 vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vvb p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 500
14275
They that have the Spirit of Christ, and they that are devoid of it, do both pray for earthly blessings:
They that have the Spirit of christ, and they that Are devoid of it, do both pray for earthly blessings:
pns32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns32 cst vbr j pp-f pn31, vdb d vvb p-acp j n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 500
14276
For there are promises of these as well as of the other. But now the difference lies in this, both aim not at the same ends.
For there Are promises of these as well as of the other. But now the difference lies in this, both aim not At the same ends.
c-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f d c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt j-jn. p-acp av dt n1 vvz p-acp d, d vvb xx p-acp dt d n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 500
14277
He that hath the Spirit of Christ desires these outwards blessings moderately with submission, that he may serve God with them, that he may promote his ends;
He that hath the Spirit of christ Desires these outward blessings moderately with submission, that he may serve God with them, that he may promote his ends;
pns31 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d av-j n2 av-j p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 500
14278
that he may be the abler instrument to help his Church, to support his people, to advance his glory, to appear for his cause.
that he may be the abler Instrument to help his Church, to support his people, to advance his glory, to appear for his cause.
cst pns31 vmb vbi dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 500
14279
Even these desires of his are spiritual, although not for the matter of them, at least for the end of them.
Even these Desires of his Are spiritual, although not for the matter of them, At least for the end of them.
j d n2 pp-f png31 vbr j, cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32.
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 501
14280
But now my brethren, on the other side, he that hath not Christs spirit desires these outward blessings that he may consume them on his Lusts,
But now my brothers, on the other side, he that hath not Christ Spirit Desires these outward blessings that he may consume them on his Lustiest,
p-acp av po11 n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 cst vhz xx npg1 n1 vvz d j n2 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 501
14281
as the Apostle speaks, Jam. 4.3. Ye ask and receive not, because you ask amiss that you may consume it upon your lusts;
as the Apostle speaks, Jam. 4.3. You ask and receive not, Because you ask amiss that you may consume it upon your Lustiest;
c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pn22 vvb cc vvb xx, c-acp pn22 vvb av cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 501
14282
That you may make provision for the flesh with it, and that it may be oyle to nourish and to feed the sinfull flames that are within you.
That you may make provision for the Flesh with it, and that it may be oil to nourish and to feed the sinful flames that Are within you.
cst pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc cst pn31 vmb vbi n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22.
(59) part (DIV2)
1863
Page 501
14283
And thus it is my brethren, with a multitude of men:
And thus it is my brothers, with a multitude of men:
cc av pn31 vbz po11 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14284
they pray to God for some thing to bestow upon their sensual appetite, to serve their carnal turns, to satisfie their brutish and voluptuous pleasures and desires:
they pray to God for Some thing to bestow upon their sensual appetite, to serve their carnal turns, to satisfy their brutish and voluptuous pleasures and Desires:
pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, pc-acp vvi po32 j cc j n2 cc n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14285
They would be in place and power, that they may raise their names and families, that they may swell and swagger over their inferiours, that they may plague their enemies,
They would be in place and power, that they may raise their names and families, that they may swell and swagger over their inferiors, that they may plague their enemies,
pns32 vmd vbi p-acp n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14286
and pleasure those that are observant of them. They would have wealth and riches in abundance, that they may swimm in full delights, and fare delitiously every day.
and pleasure those that Are observant of them. They would have wealth and riches in abundance, that they may swim in full delights, and fare delitiously every day.
cc vvi d cst vbr j pp-f pno32. pns32 vmd vhi n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, cc vvb av-j d n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14287
Agur measures the conveniency or inconveniency of his outward state, as it would fit him more or less for Gods service:Agur measures the conveniency or inconveniency of his outward state, as it would fit him more or less for God's service:
vvb vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n1, c-acp pn31 vmd vvi pno31 av-dc cc av-dc p-acp npg1 n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14288
Not poverty, least I deny thee; not riches left I forget thee. But these men measure it by nothing but their sensual appetite:Not poverty, lest I deny thee; not riches left I forget thee. But these men measure it by nothing but their sensual appetite:
xx n1, cs pns11 vvb pno21; xx n2 vvn pns11 vvb pno21. p-acp d n2 vvb pn31 p-acp pix cc-acp po32 j n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14289
and so their prayers serve their lusts, and they would have God himself to serve them too,
and so their Prayers serve their Lustiest, and they would have God himself to serve them too,
cc av po32 n2 vvi po32 n2, cc pns32 vmd vhi np1 px31 pc-acp vvi pno32 av,
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14290
if they could prevail with him.
if they could prevail with him.
cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14309
3. You shall discover it by the effect, I mean the use of those external blessings which you pray for:
3. You shall discover it by the Effect, I mean the use of those external blessings which you pray for:
crd pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp:
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14291
And are such desires as these, like to be raised by the spirit of Christ? what will the spirit stir men up to pray for any thing to nourish and maintain the flesh, the carnall part, which is the spirits enemy.
And Are such Desires as these, like to be raised by the Spirit of christ? what will the Spirit stir men up to pray for any thing to nourish and maintain the Flesh, the carnal part, which is the spirits enemy.
cc vbr d n2 c-acp d, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14292
The flesh lusteth against the spirit, and the spirit lusteth against the flesh, for those two are contrary one to another:The Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit Lusteth against the Flesh, for those two Are contrary one to Another:
dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp d crd vbr j-jn crd p-acp n-jn:
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14293
And will the spirit notwithstanding strive for that which shall uphold and feed those lusts against which the spirit lusteth? Believe it brethren, they that pray for any blessings to maintain their lusts with them, their pride, intemperance, &c. do not act by Christs spirit. Object.
And will the Spirit notwithstanding strive for that which shall uphold and feed those Lustiest against which the Spirit Lusteth? Believe it brothers, they that pray for any blessings to maintain their Lustiest with them, their pride, intemperance, etc. do not act by Christ Spirit. Object.
cc vmb dt n1 a-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi d n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz? vvb pn31 n2, pns32 cst vvb p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, po32 n1, n1, av vdb xx vvi p-acp npg1 n1. n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1864
Page 501
14294
But you will ask me then, How shall we know whether we pray for blessings to consume them on our Lusts? how shall we discern that? I shall give you some discoveries. But you will ask me then, How shall we know whither we pray for blessings to consume them on our Lustiest? how shall we discern that? I shall give you Some discoveries.
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1865
Page 501
14295
1. If you will observe & deal impartially and freely with your selves, you shall know it by your thoughts.
1. If you will observe & deal impartially and freely with your selves, you shall know it by your thoughts.
crd cs pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14296
The end is first in the intention, and last in execution: and therefore certainly the heart works much upon it.
The end is First in the intention, and last in execution: and Therefore Certainly the heart works much upon it.
dt n1 vbz ord p-acp dt n1, cc ord p-acp n1: cc av av-j dt n1 vvz d p-acp pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14297
Now my beloved, consider what runneth often in your thoughts;
Now my Beloved, Consider what Runneth often in your thoughts;
av po11 j-vvn, vvb r-crq vvz av p-acp po22 n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14298
when you are sick, and pray for health and continuance of your lives, are your aimes as Davids were, that you may praise and glorifie the Lord among the living? Psal. 6.5. as Hezekiahs were? Loth he was to die, poor man:
when you Are sick, and pray for health and Continuance of your lives, Are your aims as Davids were, that you may praise and Glorify the Lord among the living? Psalm 6.5. as Hezekiah's were? Loath he was to die, poor man:
c-crq pn22 vbr j, cc vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2, vbr po22 n2 c-acp npg1 vbdr, cst pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg? np1 crd. c-acp njp2 vbdr? j pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi, j n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14299
but wherefore was he so averse from death? The grave cannot praise thee, death cannot celebrate, Isa. 38.18.
but Wherefore was he so averse from death? The grave cannot praise thee, death cannot celebrate, Isaiah 38.18.
cc-acp q-crq vbds pns31 av j p-acp n1? dt n1 vmbx vvi pno21, n1 vmbx vvi, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14300
Or do you feed your minds with nothing but preapprehensions of the carnal pleasure and delight and satifaction you shall have when you recover.
Or do you feed your minds with nothing but preapprehensions of the carnal pleasure and delight and satisfaction you shall have when you recover.
cc vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp pix cc-acp n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 cc n1 pn22 vmb vhi c-crq pn22 vvb.
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14301
So when you pray for outward things, do you entertain your spirits with pleasing dreams of honour and ambition? by this you may discover what your aims are.
So when you pray for outward things, do you entertain your spirits with pleasing dreams of honour and ambition? by this you may discover what your aims Are.
av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp j n2, vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp j-vvg n2 pp-f n1 cc n1? p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi q-crq po22 n2 vbr.
(59) part (DIV2)
1866
Page 501
14302
2. You shall discern it by the manner of your prayers, whether you pray for blessings to consume them on your lusts, or no.
2. You shall discern it by the manner of your Prayers, whither you pray for blessings to consume them on your Lustiest, or no.
crd pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n2, cc uh-dx.
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 501
14303
If so, you will be absolute and peremptory in your prayers. Carnal desires will make the spirit of a man impetuous and impatient of denial.
If so, you will be absolute and peremptory in your Prayers. Carnal Desires will make the Spirit of a man impetuous and impatient of denial.
cs av, pn22 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp po22 n2. j n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j cc j pp-f n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 501
14304
He that aims at satisfaction of his lusts, will not be at Gods disposal, there will be no sweet submission to the will of God.
He that aims At satisfaction of his Lustiest, will not be At God's disposal, there will be no sweet submission to the will of God.
pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, vmb xx vbi p-acp ng1 n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 502
14305
No, he must have this or that, and he cannot bear a check: as Rachel must have children or she dies;
No, he must have this or that, and he cannot bear a check: as Rachel must have children or she die;
uh-dx, pns31 vmb vhi d cc d, cc pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1: c-acp n1 vmb vhi n2 cc pns31 vvz;
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 502
14306
when once the heart is set on any thing that serves to feed a sensual appetite,
when once the heart is Set on any thing that serves to feed a sensual appetite,
c-crq a-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 502
14307
whether it be the lust of the flesh, or the lust of the eye, it is violently bent,
whither it be the lust of the Flesh, or the lust of the eye, it is violently bent,
cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz av-j vvn,
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 502
14308
and it must not be denyed.
and it must not be denied.
cc pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn.
(59) part (DIV2)
1867
Page 502
14310
you pray for health, you pray for riches and the like, and you receive them at the hands of God, he gives you the desire of your hearts in these things;
you pray for health, you pray for riches and the like, and you receive them At the hands of God, he gives you the desire of your hearts in these things;
pn22 vvb p-acp n1, pn22 vvb p-acp n2 cc dt j, cc pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz pn22 dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp d n2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14311
Well now consider with your selves what use you put them to when you have gotten them,
Well now Consider with your selves what use you put them to when you have got them,
av av vvi p-acp po22 n2 r-crq vvb pn22 vvd pno32 a-acp c-crq pn22 vhb vvn pno32,
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14312
and what bills you bring in.
and what bills you bring in.
cc r-crq n2 pn22 vvb p-acp.
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14313
What, so much health and so much strength bestowed upon the prosecution of your worldly and ambitious projects and designs? so much means and so much time upon riot and excess? Item, so much upon your pride,
What, so much health and so much strength bestowed upon the prosecution of your worldly and ambitious projects and designs? so much means and so much time upon riot and excess? Item, so much upon your pride,
q-crq, av d n1 cc av d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j cc j n2 cc n2? av d n2 cc av d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1? n1, av av-d p-acp po22 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14314
and so much upon your lusts, and so much upon the satisfaction of your malice and revenge:
and so much upon your Lustiest, and so much upon the satisfaction of your malice and revenge:
cc av av-d p-acp po22 n2, cc av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 cc n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14315
so much upon Hawks and Hounds, and Whores: but nothing upon God, his Cause, or his poor distressed servants.
so much upon Hawks and Hounds, and Whores: but nothing upon God, his Cause, or his poor distressed Servants.
av av-d p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2: cc-acp pix p-acp np1, po31 n1, cc po31 j j-vvn n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14316
Are these the bills that you bring in to God? and will you own them in the latter day? Brethren, by your layings out you may discover to what intent you have prayed for outward blessings,
are these the bills that you bring in to God? and will you own them in the latter day? Brothers, by your layings out you may discover to what intent you have prayed for outward blessings,
vbr d dt n2 cst pn22 vvb p-acp p-acp np1? cc vmb pn22 vvi pno32 p-acp dt d n1? n1, p-acp po22 n2-vvg av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp j n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14317
whether to consume them on your Lusts, or no:
whither to consume them on your Lustiest, or no:
cs pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n2, cc dx:
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14318
And if that hath been your end, the spirit hath not been your principle in these petitions.
And if that hath been your end, the Spirit hath not been your principle in these petitions.
cc cs d vhz vbn po22 n1, dt n1 vhz xx vbn po22 n1 p-acp d n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1868
Page 502
14319
If we act by Christs spirit, we keep a constant course in prayer.
If we act by Christ Spirit, we keep a constant course in prayer.
cs pns12 vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14320
We do not pray by fits and starts as Job observeth of the Hyppocrite, who hath not Christs spirit, Job 27.10. Will he delight in the Almighty? will be alwayes call on God? No, he will be on and off in this duty.
We do not pray by fits and starts as Job observeth of the Hypocrite, who hath not Christ Spirit, Job 27.10. Will he delight in the Almighty? will be always call on God? No, he will be on and off in this duty.
pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp n2 cc vvz p-acp n1 vvz pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz xx npg1 n1, np1 crd. vmb pns31 vvi p-acp dt j-jn? vmb vbi av vvb p-acp np1? uh-dx, pns31 vmb vbi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14321
Our spirits are unconstant and unstable, my beloved: but Christs spirit is 〈 ◊ 〉 not so.
Our spirits Are unconstant and unstable, my Beloved: but Christ Spirit is 〈 ◊ 〉 not so.
po12 n2 vbr j cc j, po11 j-vvn: cc-acp npg1 n1 vbz 〈 sy 〉 xx av.
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14322
And hence it is that they that pray by their own spirits, are so uncertain in the duty many times.
And hence it is that they that pray by their own spirits, Are so uncertain in the duty many times.
cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 cst vvb p-acp po32 d n2, vbr av j p-acp dt n1 d n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14323
Sometimes their spirits stir them up to pray, and sometimes they do not: Though there be differences in this too:
Sometime their spirits stir them up to pray, and sometime they do not: Though there be differences in this too:
av po32 n2 vvi pno32 a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc av pns32 vdb xx: cs pc-acp vbb n2 p-acp d av:
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14324
for some mens spirits naturally are more ready and more fixed then others are:
for Some men's spirits naturally Are more ready and more fixed then Others Are:
c-acp d ng2 n2 av-j vbr av-dc j cc av-dc vvn cs n2-jn vbr:
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14325
And there may be other things as fear and strong conviction and the like that may hold some certain men almost to a continued practice of the outward duty;
And there may be other things as Fear and strong conviction and the like that may hold Some certain men almost to a continued practice of the outward duty;
cc a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n2 p-acp n1 cc j n1 cc dt j cst vmb vvi d j n2 av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1;
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14326
yet it is very rare that he is constant who acts by his own spirit.
yet it is very rare that he is constant who acts by his own Spirit.
av pn31 vbz av j cst pns31 vbz j r-crq vvz p-acp po31 d n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1869
Page 502
14327
But now my brethren, he that acts by Christs spirit, is a steady man in prayer:
But now my brothers, he that acts by Christ Spirit, is a steady man in prayer:
p-acp av po11 n2, pns31 cst vvz p-acp npg1 n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14328
he can appeal to God as David doth, Psal. 40.9. I have not restrained my Lips, Oh Lord, thou knowest. Christs spirit dwells in him:
he can appeal to God as David does, Psalm 40.9. I have not restrained my Lips, O Lord, thou Knowest. Christ Spirit dwells in him:
pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vdz, np1 crd. pns11 vhb xx vvn po11 n2, uh n1, pns21 vv2. npg1 n1 vvz p-acp pno31:
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14329
he doth not sojourn in him for a time, but he dwells in him as in his fixed and his setled habitation,
he does not sojourn in him for a time, but he dwells in him as in his fixed and his settled habitation,
pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 j-vvn cc po31 j-vvn n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14330
and he dwells in him as a spirit of supplication; So the spirit of Christ is called, Zech. 12.10.
and he dwells in him as a Spirit of supplication; So the Spirit of christ is called, Zechariah 12.10.
cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14331
And hence it is that he is alwayes putting him upon the duty, upon all occasions,
And hence it is that he is always putting him upon the duty, upon all occasions,
cc av pn31 vbz cst pns31 vbz av vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14332
so that he is constant in it.
so that he is constant in it.
av cst pns31 vbz j p-acp pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14333
Christs spirit is at home still, though ours be wandring many times, even to the other end of all the earth.
Christ Spirit is At home still, though ours be wandering many times, even to the other end of all the earth.
npg1 n1 vbz p-acp n1-an av, cs png12 vbi vvg d n2, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14334
And though Christs spirit seem to be given sometimes as a spirit of consolation, yet then he will be present as a spirit of supplication:
And though Christ Spirit seem to be given sometime as a Spirit of consolation, yet then he will be present as a Spirit of supplication:
cc cs npg1 n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av cs pns31 vmb vbi j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14335
He will set a Saint to prayer, even when he seems most indisposed and averse: he will not suffer him to lay it by, and wholly to neglect the duty,
He will Set a Saint to prayer, even when he seems most indisposed and averse: he will not suffer him to lay it by, and wholly to neglect the duty,
pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, av c-crq pns31 vvz ds j-vvn cc j: pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, cc av-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 502
14336
as is observable in David, I said that I am cut off from before thine eyes, saith he, Psal. 31.22. Nevertheless thou heardest the voice of my prayer.
as is observable in David, I said that I am Cut off from before thine eyes, Says he, Psalm 31.22. Nevertheless thou heardest the voice of my prayer.
c-acp vbz j p-acp np1, pns11 vvd cst pns11 vbm vvn a-acp p-acp p-acp po21 n2, vvz pns31, np1 crd. av pns21 vvd2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 503
14337
Even then I prayed to thee when I was in that temper; so in another place, from the end of the earth will I cry unto thee,
Even then I prayed to thee when I was in that temper; so in Another place, from the end of the earth will I cry unto thee,
av av pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 c-crq pns11 vbds p-acp d n1; av p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno21,
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 503
14338
even when my heart is overwhelmed, Psal. 61.2.even when my heart is overwhelmed, Psalm 61.2.
av c-crq po11 n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 503
14339
And whence proceedeth this my brethren? surely these prayers of all others flow from Christs spirit as the Apostle teacheth, Rom. 8.20. The spirit helpeth our infirmities:
And whence Proceedeth this my brothers? surely these Prayers of all Others flow from Christ Spirit as the Apostle Teaches, Rom. 8.20. The Spirit Helpeth our infirmities:
cc q-crq vvz d po11 n2? av-j d n2 pp-f d n2-jn vvb p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vvz po12 n2:
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 503
14340
We know not what to pray for as we ought, but then the spirit it self makes intercession for us with sighs and groans that cannot be exprest.
We know not what to pray for as we ought, but then the Spirit it self makes Intercession for us with sighs and groans that cannot be expressed.
pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi c-acp c-acp pns12 vmd, cc-acp av dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 cc n2 cst vmbx vbi vvn.
(59) part (DIV2)
1870
Page 503
14341
If we act by Christs spirit, we come to God as to a Father, we cry Abba Father to him,
If we act by Christ Spirit, we come to God as to a Father, we cry Abba Father to him,
cs pns12 vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb np1 n1 p-acp pno31,
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14342
as you have it, Gal. 4.6.
as you have it, Gal. 4.6.
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31, np1 crd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14343
Because ye are Sons, saith the Apostle, God hath sent forth the spirit of his Son into your hearts.
Because you Are Sons, Says the Apostle, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts.
p-acp pn22 vbr n2, vvz dt n1, np1 vhz vvn av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14344
And what doth that spirit there? you have it in the next verse, crying Abba Father. So that Christs spirit,
And what does that Spirit there? you have it in the next verse, crying Abba Father. So that Christ Spirit,
cc q-crq vdz d n1 a-acp? pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, vvg np1 n1. av cst npg1 n1,
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14345
if he act in us, makes us address our selves to God as to a Father.
if he act in us, makes us address our selves to God as to a Father.
cs pns31 vvi p-acp pno12, vvz pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14346
And that my brethren, carries two things in it.
And that my brothers, carries two things in it.
cc cst po11 n2, vvz crd n2 p-acp pn31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14347
This spirit makes us come to God with the expectations of Children, and with the affections of Children.
This Spirit makes us come to God with the Expectations of Children, and with the affections of Children.
d n1 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1871
Page 503
14348
1. If Christs spirit act in us, he makes us come to God in prayer with Child-like expectations.
1. If Christ Spirit act in us, he makes us come to God in prayer with Childlike Expectations.
crd cs npg1 n1 n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1872
Page 503
14349
Expecting from him all the mercy, pitty, and compassion which a Child can look for from his own Father.
Expecting from him all the mercy, pity, and compassion which a Child can look for from his own Father.
vvg p-acp pno31 d dt n1, n1, cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp po31 d n1.
(59) part (DIV2)
1872
Page 503
14350
He makes us to approach the throne of grace with great assurance of audience and acceptance and success there; commonly he doth this.
He makes us to approach the throne of grace with great assurance of audience and acceptance and success there; commonly he does this.
pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 a-acp; av-j pns31 vdz d.
(59) part (DIV2)
1872
Page 503
14351
2. But yet I must confess An hypocrite may sometimes have these expectations, and a child of God may want them.
2. But yet I must confess an hypocrite may sometime have these Expectations, and a child of God may want them.
crd p-acp av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 vmb av vhi d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno32.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14372
if God have given them to him, his will is that they be with him where he is.
if God have given them to him, his will is that they be with him where he is.
cs np1 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp pno31, po31 n1 vbz d pns32 vbb p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1876
Page 504
14352
The Jews had Child-like expectations, Jer. 3.4. they cryed to God Thou art my Father, and wilt not thou that art my Father pitty me and help me? sure thou wilt;
The jews had Childlike Expectations, Jer. 3.4. they cried to God Thou art my Father, and wilt not thou that art my Father pity me and help me? sure thou wilt;
dt np2 vhd j n2, np1 crd. pns32 vvd p-acp np1 pns21 vb2r po11 n1, cc vm2 xx pns21 cst vb2r po11 n1 vvb pno11 cc vvb pno11? j pns21 vm2;
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14353
and yet they had no Child-like affections, no care at all to please God, and therefore it is added in the next words, that they said and did as evill as they could.
and yet they had no Childlike affections, no care At all to please God, and Therefore it is added in the next words, that they said and did as evil as they could.
cc av pns32 vhd dx j n2, dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi np1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2, cst pns32 vvd cc vdd p-acp j-jn c-acp pns32 vmd.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14354
But now my brethren he that acts by Christs spirit, as he hath Child-like expectations, so he hath Child-like affections, or if at any time he want his Child-like expectations,
But now my brothers he that acts by Christ Spirit, as he hath Childlike Expectations, so he hath Childlike affections, or if At any time he want his Childlike Expectations,
p-acp av po11 n2 pns31 cst vvz p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz j n2, av pns31 vhz j n2, cc cs p-acp d n1 pns31 vvb po31 j n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14355
yet still he hath his Child-like affections.
yet still he hath his Childlike affections.
av av pns31 vhz po31 j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14356
Though he be in such a case that he is verily perswaded for the present, that God will neither own him,
Though he be in such a case that he is verily persuaded for the present, that God will neither own him,
cs pns31 vbb p-acp d dt n1 cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j, cst np1 vmb av-dx vvi pno31,
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14357
nor regard him, nor look upon him as a Son, yet he loves God still.
nor regard him, nor look upon him as a Son, yet he loves God still.
ccx vvi pno31, ccx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz np1 av.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14358
He hath a Childs heart to God, even when he thinks that God hath not a Fathers heart to him.
He hath a Child's heart to God, even when he thinks that God hath not a Father's heart to him.
pns31 vhz dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1, av c-crq pns31 vvz cst np1 vhz xx dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno31.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14359
Though he seem to frown upon him, and to hide his face and to turn away his prayers,
Though he seem to frown upon him, and to hide his face and to turn away his Prayers,
cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc pc-acp vvi av po31 n2,
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14360
yet he hath dear affections to the Lord notwithstanding all this. And this appears by the trouble he is in at God displeasure:
yet he hath dear affections to the Lord notwithstanding all this. And this appears by the trouble he is in At God displeasure:
av pns31 vhz j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d d. cc d vvz p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz p-acp p-acp np1 n1:
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14361
it grieves him so that he is sick of love, as the poor Church was, Cant. 2.5. when Christ withdrew himself a while, this was her grief, I sought him whom my soul loveth.
it grieves him so that he is sick of love, as the poor Church was, Cant 2.5. when christ withdrew himself a while, this was her grief, I sought him whom my soul loves.
pn31 vvz pno31 av cst pns31 vbz j pp-f n1, c-acp dt j n1 vbds, np1 crd. c-crq np1 vvd px31 dt n1, d vbds po31 n1, pns11 vvd pno31 r-crq po11 n1 vvz.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14362
I will go into the City and seek him whom my soul loveth.
I will go into the city and seek him whom my soul loves.
pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31 r-crq po11 n1 vvz.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14363
I said unto the watchmen, Did ye see him whom my soul loveth? And so when God withdraws himself from such a one as is endued with his spirit, the very soul of such a person loves him still:I said unto the watchmen, Did you see him whom my soul loves? And so when God withdraws himself from such a one as is endued with his Spirit, the very soul of such a person loves him still:
pns11 vvd p-acp dt n2, vdd pn22 vvi pno31 r-crq po11 n1 vvz? cc av c-crq np1 vvz px31 p-acp d dt pi a-acp vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 vvz pno31 av:
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14364
when he is very much afraid that he shall never find God more, that God will never shew him favour more,
when he is very much afraid that he shall never find God more, that God will never show him favour more,
c-crq pns31 vbz av av-d j cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi np1 av-dc, cst np1 vmb av-x vvi pno31 n1 av-dc,
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14365
when he hath lost his Child-like expectations, yet still he maintains his Child-like affections.
when he hath lost his Childlike Expectations, yet still he maintains his Childlike affections.
c-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 j n2, av av pns31 vvz po31 j n2.
(59) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 503
14366
JOHN. 17.24. That they also whom thou hast given me be with me, &c. AND thus far of the manner of our Saviours prayer.JOHN. 17.24. That they also whom thou hast given me be with me, etc. AND thus Far of the manner of our Saviors prayer.
np1. crd. cst pns32 av ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbi p-acp pno11, av cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1873
Page 504
14367
Proceed we to the matter of it:
Proceed we to the matter of it:
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(60) part (DIV2)
1875
Page 504
14368
And here we have the persons that he prayes for, those whom thou hast given me:
And Here we have the Persons that he prays for, those whom thou hast given me:
cc av pns12 vhb dt n2 cst pns31 vvz p-acp, d ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11:
(60) part (DIV2)
1875
Page 504
14369
And then the thing that he desires in the behalf of those persons, that they also may be with me where I am.
And then the thing that he Desires in the behalf of those Persons, that they also may be with me where I am.
cc av dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst pns32 av vmb vbi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm.
(60) part (DIV2)
1875
Page 504
14370
As for the persons whom our Saviour prayes for, you see they are described here by the Fathers giving them to Jesus Christ.
As for the Persons whom our Saviour prays for, you see they Are described Here by the Father's giving them to jesus christ.
p-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp, pn22 vvb pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n2 vvg pno32 p-acp np1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1876
Page 504
14371
Let them be what they will in all considerations and respects besides, it matters not in this, of what Nation, Condition, Station, Disposition or Conversation for the present,
Let them be what they will in all considerations and respects beside, it matters not in this, of what nation, Condition, Station, Disposition or Conversation for the present,
vvb pno32 vbi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp d n2 cc n2 a-acp, pn31 n2 xx p-acp d, pp-f r-crq n1, n1, n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j,
(60) part (DIV2)
1876
Page 504
14373
But then we must distinguish as we have done before of the Fathers giving to the Son. The Father gives men to the Son either for outward Ministration, or inward union and incorporation;
But then we must distinguish as we have done before of the Father's giving to the Son. The Father gives men to the Son either for outward Ministration, or inward Union and incorporation;
p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vhb vdn p-acp pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 av-d p-acp j n1, cc j n1 cc n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14374
Either to be his servants, or to be his members.
Either to be his Servants, or to be his members.
d pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vbi po31 n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14375
In the first sence Judas was himself given to the Lord Christ, to be his Minister and his Apostle,
In the First sense Judas was himself given to the Lord christ, to be his Minister and his Apostle,
p-acp dt ord n1 np1 vbds px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, pc-acp vbi po31 n1 cc po31 n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14376
as Christ himself acknowledges, ver. 12. Those whom thou gavest me I kept, and none of of them is lost but the Son of perdition.
as christ himself acknowledges, ver. 12. Those whom thou Gavest me I kept, and none of of them is lost but the Son of perdition.
c-acp np1 px31 vvz, fw-la. crd d r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 pns11 vvd, cc pix pp-f pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14377
Now they who in this sence are given to the Lord Christ to be his Ministers and Servants only, not his members, are not the men for whom he prayes in this place, that they also may be with him where he is:
Now they who in this sense Are given to the Lord christ to be his Ministers and Servants only, not his members, Are not the men for whom he prays in this place, that they also may be with him where he is:
av pns32 r-crq p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cc n2 av-j, xx po31 n2, vbr xx dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, cst pns32 av vmb vbi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz:
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14378
because he knows they are appointed for another place. Judas was so bestowed upon him, and yet he was a lost Creature.
Because he knows they Are appointed for Another place. Judas was so bestowed upon him, and yet he was a lost Creature.
c-acp pns31 vvz pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n1. np1 vbds av vvn p-acp pno31, cc av pns31 vbds dt j-vvn n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14379
The Father gave him to the Son, and he lost him (as you may see in the forecited Text) never to enjoy him more.
The Father gave him to the Son, and he lost him (as you may see in the forecited Text) never to enjoy him more.
dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd pno31 (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1) av-x pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc.
(60) part (DIV2)
1877
Page 504
14380
But now there are another sort whom God the Father gives to Christ for inward union, whom he bestows upon him for to be members of his body.
But now there Are Another sort whom God the Father gives to christ for inward Union, whom he bestows upon him for to be members of his body.
p-acp av a-acp vbr j-jn n1 r-crq np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp j n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1878
Page 504
14381
And they must needs be with him, who are in him:
And they must needs be with him, who Are in him:
cc pns32 vmb av vbi p-acp pno31, r-crq vbr p-acp pno31:
(60) part (DIV2)
1878
Page 504
14382
And therefore out of question these are they for whom he prayes, Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am.
And Therefore out of question these Are they for whom he prays, Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am.
cc av av pp-f n1 d vbr pns32 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 av ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vbb p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm.
(60) part (DIV2)
1878
Page 504
14383
But where was Christ when he spake these words? Why he was upon the earth:
But where was christ when he spoke these words? Why he was upon the earth:
cc-acp q-crq vbds np1 c-crq pns31 vvd d n2? uh-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14384
he was here in the world:
he was Here in the world:
pns31 vbds av p-acp dt n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14385
what then doth he desire that true believers might be with him here? Is that the aim of his petition? No, it is a higher thing for which he is Suitor here, their being with him in a higher and more glorious place.
what then does he desire that true believers might be with him Here? Is that the aim of his petition? No, it is a higher thing for which he is Suitor Here, their being with him in a higher and more glorious place.
r-crq av vdz pns31 vvi cst j n2 vmd vbi p-acp pno31 av? vbz d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? uh-dx, pn31 vbz dt jc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz n1 av, po32 vbg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt jc cc av-dc j n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14386
Only you must conceive him here to speak (as his usual manner is) as if he were in heaven already.
Only you must conceive him Here to speak (as his usual manner is) as if he were in heaven already.
j pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av pc-acp vvi (c-acp po31 j n1 vbz) p-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp n1 av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14387
As ver. 11. of this Chapter, And now I am no more in the world.
As for. 11. of this Chapter, And now I am no more in the world.
p-acp p-acp. crd pp-f d n1, cc av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14388
So in my Text, Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me be with me where I am:
So in my Text, Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me be with me where I am:
av p-acp po11 n1, n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm:
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14389
That is, in heaven where I am to be, and whither I am now going:
That is, in heaven where I am to be, and whither I am now going:
cst vbz, p-acp n1 c-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi, cc c-crq pns11 vbm av vvg:
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14390
So that it is as if I were already there, it being such a certain near approaching instant thing:
So that it is as if I were already there, it being such a certain near approaching instant thing:
av cst pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns11 vbdr av a-acp, pn31 vbg d dt j av-j vvg j-jn n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14391
and in that place I would have all those to be, whom thou hast given me by election,
and in that place I would have all those to be, whom thou hast given me by election,
cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmd vhi d d pc-acp vbi, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14392
and whom in thine eternal Counsell and Decree thou hast appointed to be members of my body.
and whom in thine Eternal Counsel and decree thou hast appointed to be members of my body.
cc r-crq p-acp po21 j n1 cc n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po11 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14393
Father, I will, &c. So that the Point to be observed is this.Father, I will, etc. So that the Point to be observed is this.
n1, pns11 vmb, av av cst dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d.
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 504
14394
DOCTRINE. It is the will of Jesus Christ that all that are his own by the donation of the Father, shall be in heaven where he is.DOCTRINE. It is the will of jesus christ that all that Are his own by the donation of the Father, shall be in heaven where he is.
n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst d cst vbr po31 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1879
Page 505
14395
There are two things in the Doctrine, which I might prove clear in order, before I come to Application.
There Are two things in the Doctrine, which I might prove clear in order, before I come to Application.
pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmd vvi j p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1880
Page 505
14396
First, that there are some certain men, whom God the Father hath made over to the Son, that belong to Jesus Christ,
First, that there Are Some certain men, whom God the Father hath made over to the Son, that belong to jesus christ,
ord, cst a-acp vbr d j n2, ro-crq np1 dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst vvb p-acp np1 np1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1881
Page 505
14397
and are his own by donation from the Father.
and Are his own by donation from the Father.
cc vbr po31 d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1881
Page 505
14398
Secondly, that it is the will of Christ, that they who are so his own, shall be in heaven where he is.
Secondly, that it is the will of christ, that they who Are so his own, shall be in heaven where he is.
ord, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 r-crq vbr av po31 d, vmb vbi p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1882
Page 505
14399
There are some certain men who belong to Jesus Christ, who are his own by donation from the Father.
There Are Some certain men who belong to jesus christ, who Are his own by donation from the Father.
pc-acp vbr d j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vbr po31 d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1883
Page 505
14400
And he gives them to the Son, by his Decree from everlasting, and by the execution of the same Decree in time.
And he gives them to the Son, by his decree from everlasting, and by the execution of the same decree in time.
cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1883
Page 505
14401
This I do but mention here, because it hath been largely handled on ver. 12.
This I do but mention Here, Because it hath been largely handled on for. 12.
d pns11 vdb p-acp vvi av, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp p-acp. crd
(60) part (DIV2)
1883
Page 505
14402
Now for the second branch, that it is the will of Christ, that they who are so his own, shall be in heaven, where himself is;
Now for the second branch, that it is the will of christ, that they who Are so his own, shall be in heaven, where himself is;
av p-acp dt ord n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 r-crq vbr av po31 d, vmb vbi p-acp n1, c-crq n1 vbz;
(60) part (DIV2)
1884
Page 505
14403
you see it is the Suit he makes to God the Father in my Text, Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me be with me where I am, that is, in heaven where I am to be.
you see it is the Suit he makes to God the Father in my Text, Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me be with me where I am, that is, in heaven where I am to be.
pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm, cst vbz, p-acp n1 c-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi.
(60) part (DIV2)
1884
Page 505
14404
In heaven where I am already in my Godhead, and where I am to be very shortly in my Manhood;
In heaven where I am already in my Godhead, and where I am to be very shortly in my Manhood;
p-acp n1 c-crq pns11 vbm av p-acp po11 n1, cc c-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi av av-j p-acp po11 n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1884
Page 505
14405
there I will have them to be also.
there I will have them to be also.
a-acp pns11 vmb vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1884
Page 505
14406
And for this end our Saviour Christ is gone to heaven, even to make heaven ready for his people, that so they may be presently admitted when they come.
And for this end our Saviour christ is gone to heaven, even to make heaven ready for his people, that so they may be presently admitted when they come.
cc p-acp d n1 po12 n1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, av pc-acp vvi n1 j p-acp po31 n1, cst av pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn c-crq pns32 vvb.
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14407
He yields it as one special cause of his departure from his Apostles and Disciples, when he was about to leave them;
He yields it as one special cause of his departure from his Apostles and Disciples, when he was about to leave them;
pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp crd j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32;
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14408
saith he, I go to prepare a place for you, Joh. 4.2.
Says he, I go to prepare a place for you, John 4.2.
vvz pns31, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14409
When he entred into heaven and passed in, to the immediate presence of his Father, he took possession of it in our name and stead,
When he entered into heaven and passed in, to the immediate presence of his Father, he took possession of it in our name and stead,
c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 cc vvn p-acp, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14410
and left it open after him to all his members.
and left it open After him to all his members.
cc vvd pn31 j p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14411
He hath in this respect prepared it for them, that he hath made it ready to receive them;
He hath in this respect prepared it for them, that he hath made it ready to receive them;
pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vhz vvn pn31 j pc-acp vvi pno32;
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14412
And when they are ready too, he will come and receive them to himself, that where he is, there may they be also,
And when they Are ready too, he will come and receive them to himself, that where he is, there may they be also,
cc c-crq pns32 vbr j av, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp px31, cst c-crq pns31 vbz, pc-acp vmb pns32 vbi av,
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14413
as it is added, Joh 14.3.
as it is added, John 14.3.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14432
and to be with Christ there, of whose immediate prefence true believers are inavoidably debarred as long as they remain in this world:
and to be with christ there, of whose immediate presence true believers Are inavoidably debarred as long as they remain in this world:
cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 a-acp, pp-f rg-crq j n1 j n2 vbr av-j vvn a-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14433
While they are at home in the body, they are absent from the Lord, as 2 Cor. 5.6.While they Are At home in the body, they Are absent from the Lord, as 2 Cor. 5.6.
cs pns32 vbr p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1, p-acp crd np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14414
And upon this account it was that the Apostle Paul desired to be dissolved, because he was assured that assoon as that was over, he should be with Christ, Phil. 1.23. and so he teaches us expresly in another place, that all that sleep in Christ Jesus, shall be for ever with the Lord, 1 Thes. 4.17. By which it is apparent, that it is the will of Christ, that all that are his own by the donation of the Father, shall be in Heaven where himself is.
And upon this account it was that the Apostle Paul desired to be dissolved, Because he was assured that As soon as that was over, he should be with christ, Philip 1.23. and so he Teaches us expressly in Another place, that all that sleep in christ jesus, shall be for ever with the Lord, 1 Thebes 4.17. By which it is apparent, that it is the will of christ, that all that Are his own by the donation of the Father, shall be in Heaven where himself is.
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbds d dt n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn cst av c-acp d vbds a-acp, pns31 vmd vbi p-acp np1, np1 crd. cc av pns31 vvz pno12 av-j p-acp j-jn n1, cst d cst vvb p-acp np1 np1, vmb vbi p-acp av p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd. p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d cst vbr po31 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14415
But you will ask me, Why will he have them to be there?
But you will ask me, Why will he have them to be there?
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vmb pns31 vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi a-acp?
(60) part (DIV2)
1885
Page 505
14416
To this I answer, that a man would think it necessary by reason of the union between Christ and them, that seeing they are one, they should be in one place.
To this I answer, that a man would think it necessary by reason of the Union between christ and them, that seeing they Are one, they should be in one place.
p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc pno32, cst vvg pns32 vbr crd, pns32 vmd vbi p-acp crd n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 505
14417
But you must know (my brethren) that the corporeal and local presence of the parties contributes nothing to the union that is made between Christ and his members, which is a spiritual and invisible thing,
But you must know (my brothers) that the corporeal and local presence of the parties contributes nothing to the Union that is made between christ and his members, which is a spiritual and invisible thing,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi (po11 n2) cst dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz pix p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt j cc j n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14418
and which no neerness in regard of place can further, no distance in regard of place can hinder.
and which no nearness in regard of place can further, no distance in regard of place can hinder.
cc r-crq dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmb jc, dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi.
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14419
So that Christs people may be in him, though they be not with him (in the sence wherein I speak.) I mean not with him in the same place.
So that Christ people may be in him, though they be not with him (in the sense wherein I speak.) I mean not with him in the same place.
av cst npg1 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, cs pns32 vbb xx p-acp pno31 (p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvb.) pns11 vvb xx p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14420
Their being with him locally in heaven, is no way necessary to their union with him:
Their being with him locally in heaven, is no Way necessary to their Union with him:
po32 vbg p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp n1, vbz dx n1 j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31:
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14421
Or were it so, the Saints on earth were in a very ill case.
Or were it so, the Saints on earth were in a very ill case.
cc vbdr pn31 av, dt n2 p-acp n1 vbdr p-acp dt j j-jn n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14422
Well then, this cannot be the reason why Christ would have his people to be in one place with him:
Well then, this cannot be the reason why christ would have his people to be in one place with him:
uh-av av, d vmbx vbi dt n1 c-crq np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n1 p-acp pno31:
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14423
that they may be one with him. They may be this without the other. But there are divers other weighty reasons of the Point:that they may be one with him. They may be this without the other. But there Are diverse other weighty Reasons of the Point:
cst pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno31. pns32 vmb vbi d p-acp dt n-jn. p-acp a-acp vbr j n-jn j n2 pp-f dt n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14424
I shall name a few of them.
I shall name a few of them.
pns11 vmb vvi dt d pp-f pno32.
(60) part (DIV2)
1886
Page 506
14425
Christ would have his people be in heaven where himself is, because he hath a dear affection to them, his heart is carried out exceedingly in love to them.
christ would have his people be in heaven where himself is, Because he hath a dear affection to them, his heart is carried out exceedingly in love to them.
np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 vbb p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz, c-acp pns31 vhz dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, po31 n1 vbz vvn av av-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp pno32.
(60) part (DIV2)
1887
Page 506
14426
And more particularly and distinctly, he loves them with a love of benevolence, and he loves them with a love of complacency.
And more particularly and distinctly, he loves them with a love of benevolence, and he loves them with a love of complacency.
cc av-dc av-j cc av-j, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1887
Page 506
14427
1. Christ would have his people be in heaven, where himself is, because he loves them with a love of benevolence:
1. christ would have his people be in heaven, where himself is, Because he loves them with a love of benevolence:
crd np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 vbb p-acp n1, c-crq n1 vbz, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14428
With such a love as makes him with them all the good that they are possibly capable of.
With such a love as makes him with them all the good that they Are possibly capable of.
p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz pno31 p-acp pno32 d dt j cst pns32 vbr av-j j pp-f.
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14429
Now my beloved, what greater good can be wished to true Believers, then to be with Christ in heaven? To be in heaven where they shall be absolutely and compleatly holy and happy, where they shall never sin,
Now my Beloved, what greater good can be wished to true Believers, then to be with christ in heaven? To be in heaven where they shall be absolutely and completely holy and happy, where they shall never sin,
av po11 j-vvn, r-crq jc j vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp n1? pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vbi av-j cc av-j j cc j, c-crq pns32 vmb av-x vvi,
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14430
and where they shall never suffer any more: where holiness and happiness shall be both perfect:
and where they shall never suffer any more: where holiness and happiness shall be both perfect:
cc c-crq pns32 vmb av-x vvi d av-dc: c-crq n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av-d j:
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14431
where there is fulness of joy and pleasure for evermore:
where there is fullness of joy and pleasure for evermore:
c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp av:
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14434
But when they come to heaven they shall be with him, they shall have the compleat and full fruition and enjoyment of him, which is the greatest happiness that can be.
But when they come to heaven they shall be with him, they shall have the complete and full fruition and enjoyment of him, which is the greatest happiness that can be.
p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, pns32 vmb vhi dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz dt js n1 cst vmb vbi.
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14435
To be with Christ is best of all, 1 Phil. 23. To be with Saints on Earth is good,To be with christ is best of all, 1 Philip 23. To be with Saints on Earth is good,
pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 vbz js pp-f d, vvn np1 crd pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 p-acp n1 vbz j,
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14436
though they be imperfect here, and though by reason of their imperfections they be the less delightfull,
though they be imperfect Here, and though by reason of their imperfections they be the less delightful,
cs pns32 vbb j av, cc cs p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 pns32 vbb dt av-dc j,
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14437
and the less beneficial to us: To be with Saints in heaven is better, because they are perfect there:
and the less beneficial to us: To be with Saints in heaven is better, Because they Are perfect there:
cc dt av-dc j p-acp pno12: pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 p-acp n1 vbz jc, c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp:
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14438
There are the spirits of just men made perfect: But to be with Christ there, is best of all.There Are the spirits of just men made perfect: But to be with christ there, is best of all.
pc-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f j n2 vvd j: cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 a-acp, vbz js pp-f d.
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14439
This is so good that there is nothing better; there is no higher happiness attainable by any creature.
This is so good that there is nothing better; there is no higher happiness attainable by any creature.
d vbz av j cst pc-acp vbz pix jc; pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 j p-acp d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14440
And therefore Christ would have his people to enjoy it, to be in heaven where himself is,
And Therefore christ would have his people to enjoy it, to be in heaven where himself is,
cc av np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz,
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14441
because he loves them with a love of benevolence.
Because he loves them with a love of benevolence.
c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1888
Page 506
14442
2. Jesus Christ would have his people to be in heaven where himself is, because he loves them with a love of complacency,
2. jesus christ would have his people to be in heaven where himself is, Because he loves them with a love of complacency,
crd np1 np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14443
because he takes delight in them:
Because he Takes delight in them:
c-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32:
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14444
and friends that delight in one another, think it not sufficient to be present each with other by the presence of their hearts and spirits.
and Friends that delight in one Another, think it not sufficient to be present each with other by the presence of their hearts and spirits.
cc n2 cst vvb p-acp crd j-jn, vvb pn31 xx j pc-acp vbi j d p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14445
No, if it be possible, they will be present each with other in their bodies too:
No, if it be possible, they will be present each with other in their bodies too:
uh-dx, cs pn31 vbb j, pns32 vmb vbi j d p-acp j-jn p-acp po32 n2 av:
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14446
as you may see in Jonathan and David, what shifts they made to come together.
as you may see in Johnathan and David, what shifts they made to come together.
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc np1, r-crq n2 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14447
So Jesus Christ who loves his people out of measure, is not content that he is with them in his spirit,
So jesus christ who loves his people out of measure, is not content that he is with them in his Spirit,
av np1 np1 r-crq vvz po31 n1 av pp-f n1, vbz xx j cst pns31 vbz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14448
and that they are again with him in their spirits.
and that they Are again with him in their spirits.
cc cst pns32 vbr av p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14449
No, this is not enough, but he must have their bodies with him too, he must enjoy their company in heaven,
No, this is not enough, but he must have their bodies with him too, he must enjoy their company in heaven,
uh-dx, d vbz xx av-d, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi po32 n2 p-acp pno31 av, pns31 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 506
14450
or else it is not well there.
or Else it is not well there.
cc av pn31 vbz xx av a-acp.
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 507
14451
Christ is not fully satisfied till he enjoy the sweet Society of his beloved Saints in heaven, with whom he hath such intimate and dear acquaintance,
christ is not Fully satisfied till he enjoy the sweet Society of his Beloved Saints in heaven, with whom he hath such intimate and dear acquaintance,
np1 vbz xx av-j vvn c-acp pns31 vvb dt j n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n2 p-acp n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz d j cc j-jn n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 507
14452
while they are here upon earth.
while they Are Here upon earth.
cs pns32 vbr av p-acp n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 507
14453
And hence he beggs his Father for them to bring them to the same place where himself is,
And hence he begs his Father for them to bring them to the same place where himself is,
cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt d n1 c-crq px31 vbz,
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 507
14454
as if he could not live in heaven without them, Father, I will that, &c. 2. There is a second reason added in the Text, which I shall handle only under that consideration, Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me be with me where I am.
as if he could not live in heaven without them, Father, I will that, etc. 2. There is a second reason added in the Text, which I shall handle only under that consideration, Father, I will that they whom thou hast given me be with me where I am.
c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, n1, pns11 vmb d, av crd pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d n1, n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vbi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm.
(60) part (DIV2)
1889
Page 507
14455
And why so? might the Father ask him, Why that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me, as it is added in the next words.
And why so? might the Father ask him, Why that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me, as it is added in the next words.
cc c-crq av? vmd dt n1 vvb pno31, q-crq d pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14618
as being willing and resolved to obey it;
as being willing and resolved to obey it;
c-acp vbg j cc vvn pc-acp vvi pn31;
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14456
That they may see the lustre which I sparkle with. The glory of Christs humane nature in heaven, is exceeding great.
That they may see the lustre which I sparkle with. The glory of Christ humane nature in heaven, is exceeding great.
cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp. dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp n1, vbz vvg j.
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14457
The Evangelist who saw it through the dimm spectacles of humane frailty, endeavours as he can to set it forth:
The Evangelist who saw it through the dim spectacles of humane frailty, endeavours as he can to Set it forth:
dt np1 r-crq vvd pn31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n1, n2 c-acp pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi pn31 av:
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14458
Saith he, his Countenance was as the Sun that shineth in his strength. Apoc. 1.16. But this was but a short resemblance:
Says he, his Countenance was as the Sun that shines in his strength. Apocalypse 1.16. But this was but a short resemblance:
vvz pns31, po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1. np1 crd. p-acp d vbds p-acp dt j n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14459
Our Saviour Christ who knew it better, carries it a little higher:
Our Saviour christ who knew it better, carries it a little higher:
po12 n1 np1 r-crq vvd pn31 av-jc, vvz pn31 dt j av-jc:
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14460
The Son of man saith he, shall come in the glory of the Father, Mat. 16.27. In comparison of whose incomparable lustre and transcendent brightness the Sun it self is but a shaddow:The Son of man Says he, shall come in the glory of the Father, Mathew 16.27. In comparison of whose incomparable lustre and transcendent brightness the Sun it self is but a shadow:
dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pns31, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp n1 pp-f rg-crq j n1 cc j n1 dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14461
Now Christ would have his people be in heaven where himself is, that they may see this glory which he sh nes withall.
Now christ would have his people be in heaven where himself is, that they may see this glory which he sh nes withal.
av np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 vbb p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz, cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1 r-crq pns31 vmb zz av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14462
But why would he have them see it? what shall they gain by it?
But why would he have them see it? what shall they gain by it?
p-acp q-crq vmd pns31 vhi pno32 vvi pn31? q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pn31?
(60) part (DIV2)
1890
Page 507
14463
1. While they see it, they cannot but exceedingly rejoyce in it.
1. While they see it, they cannot but exceedingly rejoice in it.
crd cs pns32 vvb pn31, pns32 vmbx p-acp av-vvg vvi p-acp pn31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14464
It cannot but transport them even to an extasie of joy, to see him whom they love so infinitely, sparkle forth with such dazling raies of glory.
It cannot but transport them even to an ecstasy of joy, to see him whom they love so infinitely, sparkle forth with such dazzling rays of glory.
pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 ro-crq pns32 vvb av av-j, vvb av p-acp d vvg n2 pp-f n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14465
Oh will the poor believer say, This is my head, my husband whom my soul loveth, that is become so out of measure glorious.
O will the poor believer say, This is my head, my husband whom my soul loves, that is become so out of measure glorious.
uh vmb dt j n1 vvi, d vbz po11 n1, po11 n1 ro-crq po11 n1 vvz, cst vbz vvn av av pp-f n1 j.
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14466
There was a time when he was black, and when there was no form nor beauty in him,
There was a time when he was black, and when there was no from nor beauty in him,
pc-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds j-jn, cc c-crq pc-acp vbds dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp pno31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14467
when wretched men made him vile and ignominious, and when they hid their faces, as if they were ashamed of him:
when wretched men made him vile and ignominious, and when they hid their faces, as if they were ashamed of him:
c-crq j n2 vvd pno31 j cc j, cc c-crq pns32 vvd po32 n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j pp-f pno31:
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14468
But now he shines forth as the Sun that hath been masked with a gloomy cloud.
But now he shines forth as the Sun that hath been masked with a gloomy cloud.
cc-acp av pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14469
This is he that died for me, that shed his blood for me, that loved me and gave himself for me.
This is he that died for me, that shed his blood for me, that loved me and gave himself for me.
d vbz pns31 cst vvd p-acp pno11, cst vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno11, cst vvd pno11 cc vvd px31 p-acp pno11.
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14470
Oh how my heart is ravished to behold his glory.
O how my heart is ravished to behold his glory.
uh q-crq po11 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1891
Page 507
14471
2. While they behold it, as they shall rejoyce in it, so they shall partake of it.
2. While they behold it, as they shall rejoice in it, so they shall partake of it.
crd cs pns32 vvb pn31, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, av pns32 vmb vvi pp-f pn31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1892
Page 507
14472
And that especially two wayes both by union and reflection.
And that especially two ways both by Union and reflection.
cc cst av-j crd n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1892
Page 507
14473
First they shall partake of it by union, for being one with Jesus Christ, they cannot choose but share together with him in his glory.
First they shall partake of it by Union, for being one with jesus christ, they cannot choose but share together with him in his glory.
ord pns32 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, c-acp vbg pi p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi av p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1893
Page 507
14474
And as the glory of the members, redoundeth to the glory of the head, in which respect it is that the Apostle saith that, Christ shall be admired in all them that believe:
And as the glory of the members, redoundeth to the glory of the head, in which respect it is that the Apostle Says that, christ shall be admired in all them that believe:
cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz cst, np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d pno32 cst vvb:
(60) part (DIV2)
1893
Page 507
14475
So on the other side the glory of the head, redoundeth much more to the glory of the members.
So on the other side the glory of the head, redoundeth much more to the glory of the members.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1893
Page 507
14476
Secondly, And as they shall partake hereof by union, so also by reflection, when they see Christ:
Secondly, And as they shall partake hereof by Union, so also by reflection, when they see christ:
ord, cc c-acp pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp n1, av av p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vvb np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1894
Page 507
14477
while they behold the glory of the Lord they shall be transformed into the same image from glory to glory.
while they behold the glory of the Lord they shall be transformed into the same image from glory to glory.
cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1894
Page 507
14478
Their vile bodies shall be conformed to his glorious body, Phil. 3.21. And while they see him as he is, they shall be like him, as the Apostle John insinuates, 1 Epist. 3.2. They shall bear the very image of the heavenly Adam, 1 Cor. 15.48.Their vile bodies shall be conformed to his glorious body, Philip 3.21. And while they see him as he is, they shall be like him, as the Apostle John insinuates, 1 Epistle 3.2. They shall bear the very image of the heavenly Adam, 1 Cor. 15.48.
po32 j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1, np1 crd. cc cs pns32 vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz, pns32 vmb vbi av-j pno31, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1, vvn np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1894
Page 507
14479
And as the face of Moses shined when he had been with God upon the Mount,
And as the face of Moses shined when he had been with God upon the Mount,
cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd c-crq pns31 vhd vbn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1894
Page 508
14480
so when we come to be with Christ in heaven, and to behold his glory there, we shall reflect it back again,
so when we come to be with christ in heaven, and to behold his glory there, we shall reflect it back again,
av c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 a-acp, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av av,
(60) part (DIV2)
1894
Page 508
14481
and so shall shine together with him in the same glory.
and so shall shine together with him in the same glory.
cc av vmb vvi av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1894
Page 508
14482
And this is another reason why Christ will have his people to be with him, that they may see his glory,
And this is Another reason why christ will have his people to be with him, that they may see his glory,
cc d vbz j-jn n1 c-crq np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1895
Page 508
14483
and seeing, may partake of it, both by union and reflection. Now to descend to application:
and seeing, may partake of it, both by Union and reflection. Now to descend to application:
cc vvg, vmb vvi pp-f pn31, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1895
Page 508
14484
Is it the will of Christ, &c. Here then you see the singular and extraordinary happiness of Christs people.
Is it the will of christ, etc. Here then you see the singular and extraordinary happiness of Christ people.
vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1, av av av pn22 vvb dt j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1896
Page 508
14485
If they were alwayes to remain, to set up their perpetual abode in this world, it would be very sad with them:
If they were always to remain, to Set up their perpetual Abided in this world, it would be very sad with them:
cs pns32 vbdr av pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 j n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmd vbi av j p-acp pno32:
(60) part (DIV2)
1896
Page 508
14486
It is a vale of tears, a most uncomfortable place, especially to Christs people in which they are not like to have a quiet hour almost as long as they remain in it.
It is a vale of tears, a most uncomfortable place, especially to Christ people in which they Are not like to have a quiet hour almost as long as they remain in it.
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, dt av-ds j n1, av-j p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 av c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pn31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1896
Page 508
14487
But now the comfort is, that it is the will of Christ that they that are bestowed upon him by his Father, shall not alwayes stay here, that he will have them come to heaven where himself is:
But now the Comfort is, that it is the will of christ that they that Are bestowed upon him by his Father, shall not always stay Here, that he will have them come to heaven where himself is:
p-acp av dt n1 vbz, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vmb xx av vvi av, cst pns31 vmb vhi pno32 vvi p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz:
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14488
That he will not alwayes leave them in this vale of tears, but he will one day bring them to a place of joy, there to enjoy himself for ever:
That he will not always leave them in this vale of tears, but he will one day bring them to a place of joy, there to enjoy himself for ever:
cst pns31 vmb xx av vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb crd n1 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp av:
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14489
to keep no longer at a distance from him, but to be with him where he is.
to keep no longer At a distance from him, but to be with him where he is.
pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14490
To be with Christ in any place must needs be sweet.
To be with christ in any place must needs be sweet.
pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 vmb av vbi j.
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14491
It was a high expression of an holy man, that he had rather be in hell with Christ, (if it were possible) then anywhere besides without him.
It was a high expression of an holy man, that he had rather be in hell with christ, (if it were possible) then anywhere beside without him.
pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns31 vhd av-c vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (cs pn31 vbdr j) av av a-acp p-acp pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14492
But to be in heaven with Christ, this is excellent indeed:
But to be in heaven with christ, this is excellent indeed:
p-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, d vbz j av:
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14493
To be in such a glorious place as heaven is, the blessedness of which no tongue of men or Angels is sufficient to express,
To be in such a glorious place as heaven is, the blessedness of which no tongue of men or Angels is sufficient to express,
pc-acp vbi p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f r-crq dx n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbz j pc-acp vvi,
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14494
and to be with Christ there: To behold his glory there, and to partake with him of the same glory:
and to be with christ there: To behold his glory there, and to partake with him of the same glory:
cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 a-acp: pc-acp vvi po31 n1 a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f dt d n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14495
This is such happiness as neither eye hath seen, nor ear hath heard, nor can it enter into the heart of man to conceive.
This is such happiness as neither eye hath seen, nor ear hath herd, nor can it enter into the heart of man to conceive.
d vbz d n1 p-acp dx n1 vhz vvn, ccx n1 vhz vvn, ccx vmb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi.
(60) part (DIV2)
1897
Page 508
14496
But who shall partake of it? who shall be raised to this high felicity? why they that are Christs own people,
But who shall partake of it? who shall be raised to this high felicity? why they that Are Christ own people,
cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pn31? q-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n1? c-crq pns32 cst vbr npg1 d n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14497
as you have it in the point.
as you have it in the point.
c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14498
It is the will of Christ that all that are his own, shall be in heaven where himself is:
It is the will of christ that all that Are his own, shall be in heaven where himself is:
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst d cst vbr po31 d, vmb vbi p-acp n1 c-crq px31 vbz:
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14499
So that if you be Christs people, if God have given you to Christ, and put you into him as members of his body, you are the men that shall be with him where he is.
So that if you be Christ people, if God have given you to christ, and put you into him as members of his body, you Are the men that shall be with him where he is.
av cst cs pn22 vbb npg1 n1, cs np1 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp np1, cc vvb pn22 p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1, pn22 vbr dt n2 cst vmb vbi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14500
When other men are cast out, when they are punished with eternal perdition from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his power, you shall be admitted into nearest fellowship with Jesus Christ;
When other men Are cast out, when they Are punished with Eternal perdition from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his power, you shall be admitted into nearest fellowship with jesus christ;
c-crq j-jn n2 vbr vvn av, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp js n1 p-acp np1 np1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14501
when he saith to other men, Avaunt, be gone, in the sad day of separation, Depart ye cursed into everlasting fire, there to enjoy no better company then the Devil and his Angels, he will say to you Draw neer, come, you are company for me, you must dwell with me for ever.
when he Says to other men, Avaunt, be gone, in the sad day of separation, Depart you cursed into everlasting fire, there to enjoy no better company then the devil and his Angels, he will say to you Draw near, come, you Are company for me, you must dwell with me for ever.
c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2, uh, vbb vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvb pn22 vvn p-acp j n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi dx jc n1 cs dt n1 cc po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 vvb av-j, vvb, pn22 vbr n1 p-acp pno11, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 c-acp av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14502
Come ye blessed of my Father, sit down with me in my Kingdom. Ah, my beloved, this is a sweet and comfortable thing indeed.Come you blessed of my Father, fit down with me in my Kingdom. Ah, my Beloved, this is a sweet and comfortable thing indeed.
vvb pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n1, vvb a-acp p-acp pno11 p-acp po11 n1. uh, po11 j-vvn, d vbz dt j cc j n1 av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1898
Page 508
14503
And thus far of the matter of our Saviours prayer, or the thing which he desires in the behalf of true believers, that they may be with him where he is.
And thus Far of the matter of our Saviors prayer, or the thing which he Desires in the behalf of true believers, that they may be with him where he is.
cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1899
Page 508
14504
Together with the reason of it why he would have them to be with him, that they may behold his glory:
Together with the reason of it why he would have them to be with him, that they may behold his glory:
av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1899
Page 508
14505
which we have handled also with relation to the point. In the remainder of the verse you have a reason of a reason.
which we have handled also with Relation to the point. In the remainder of the verse you have a reason of a reason.
r-crq pns12 vhb vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1899
Page 508
14506
Our Saviour having spoken of the glory bestowed upon him by his Father, which he would have believers to behold:
Our Saviour having spoken of the glory bestowed upon him by his Father, which he would have believers to behold:
po12 n1 vhg vvn pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi n2 pc-acp vvi:
(60) part (DIV2)
1900
Page 509
14507
it might be questioned how he came by this glory, or what induced the Father to bestow it on the Son. Why saith our Saviour, he gave it me because he loved me from Eternity.
it might be questioned how he Come by this glory, or what induced the Father to bestow it on the Son. Why Says our Saviour, he gave it me Because he loved me from Eternity.
pn31 vmd vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d n1, cc q-crq vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 q-crq vvz po12 n1, pns31 vvd pn31 pno11 c-acp pns31 vvd pno11 p-acp n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1900
Page 509
14508
Father, I will that they, &c. that they may behold the glory which thou hast given me; For thou hast loved me; Father, I will that they, etc. that they may behold the glory which thou hast given me; For thou hast loved me;
n1, pns11 vmb cst pns32, av cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11; c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11;
(60) part (DIV2)
1900
Page 509
14509
mark it, thou hast loved me, and therefore thou hast given me this glory;
mark it, thou hast loved me, and Therefore thou hast given me this glory;
vvb pn31, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc av pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 d n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1900
Page 509
14510
That they may behold my glory which thou hast given me, for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world. That they may behold my glory which thou hast given me, for thou lovedest me before the Foundation of the world.
cst pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, c-acp pns21 vvd2 pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1900
Page 509
14511
There is no difficulty in the words, unless it be in that expression, before the foundation of the world;
There is no difficulty in the words, unless it be in that expression, before the Foundation of the world;
pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2, cs pn31 vbb p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1901
Page 509
14512
a phrase of speech very usual in the Scripture, and applyed to many things, as I might give you instances enough:
a phrase of speech very usual in the Scripture, and applied to many things, as I might give you instances enough:
dt n1 pp-f n1 av j p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp d n2, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 n2 d:
(60) part (DIV2)
1901
Page 509
14513
But it will be sufficient to observe, that it denotes Eternity wheresoever it is used.
But it will be sufficient to observe, that it denotes Eternity wheresoever it is used.
cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vvz n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1901
Page 509
14514
And that before, or from the foundation of the world, (for we meet with both expressions) is as much in Scripture language as to say from everlasting: For whatsoever was before the world was made, my brethren, was eternal;
And that before, or from the Foundation of the world, (for we meet with both expressions) is as much in Scripture language as to say from everlasting: For whatsoever was before the world was made, my brothers, was Eternal;
cc d a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d n2) vbz p-acp av-d p-acp n1 n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j: p-acp r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn, po11 n2, vbds j;
(60) part (DIV2)
1901
Page 509
14515
so that when our Saviour saith to God the Father, Thou hast loved me before the foundation of the world, It is as much as if he should have said, Thou hast loved me from Eternity, from Everlasting:
so that when our Saviour Says to God the Father, Thou hast loved me before the Foundation of the world, It is as much as if he should have said, Thou hast loved me from Eternity, from Everlasting:
av cst c-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp np1 dt n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp n1, p-acp j:
(60) part (DIV2)
1901
Page 509
14516
And so accordingly the point shall be, DOCTRINE. That God the Father hath dearly loved Jesus Christ from all Eternity.
And so accordingly the point shall be, DOCTRINE. That God the Father hath dearly loved jesus christ from all Eternity.
cc av av-vvg av n1 vmb vbi, n1. cst np1 dt n1 vhz av-jn vvd np1 np1 p-acp d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1901
Page 509
14517
There are two things in the point which I shall orderly pursue. First God the Father hath dearly loved Jesus Christ.
There Are two things in the point which I shall orderly pursue. First God the Father hath dearly loved jesus christ.
pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi. np1 np1 dt n1 vhz av-jn vvd np1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1902
Page 509
14518
Secondly, he hath done so from all Eternity, Before the foundation of the world was laid.
Secondly, he hath done so from all Eternity, Before the Foundation of the world was laid.
ord, pns31 vhz vdn av p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1902
Page 509
14519
As for the first of these, That God the Father loveth Jesus Christ, you see it is the clear express assertion of our Saviour in my Text. And therefore if you mark him, you shall find that he is often speaking of his Fathers love to him, as Joh. 15.9. and in the 23. verse of this Chapter.
As for the First of these, That God the Father loves jesus christ, you see it is the clear express assertion of our Saviour in my Text. And Therefore if you mark him, you shall find that he is often speaking of his Father's love to him, as John 15.9. and in the 23. verse of this Chapter.
p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cst np1 dt n1 vvz np1 np1, pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt j j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po11 np1 cc av cs pn22 vvb pno31, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz av vvg pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 crd. cc p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1903
Page 509
14520
And on the other side, the Father he professes his transcendent love to Christ, and that out of heaven it self, Mat. 3.17. This is my beloved Son. I have some other children that I love well, but this is my beloved Son above the rest, take notice of him, this is he, This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
And on the other side, the Father he Professes his transcendent love to christ, and that out of heaven it self, Mathew 3.17. This is my Beloved Son. I have Some other children that I love well, but this is my Beloved Son above the rest, take notice of him, this is he, This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased.
cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pns31 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp np1, cc cst av pp-f n1 pn31 n1, np1 crd. d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 pns11 vhb d j-jn n2 cst pns11 vvb av, cc-acp d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb n1 pp-f pno31, d vbz pns31, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1903
Page 509
14521
I shall not stand to prove so clear a truth, That God the Father dearly loveth Jesus Christ.
I shall not stand to prove so clear a truth, That God the Father dearly loves jesus christ.
pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av j dt n1, cst np1 dt n1 av-jn vvz uh-np np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1904
Page 509
14522
But you will ask me, Why doth God the Father love him?
But you will ask me, Why does God the Father love him?
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, q-crq vdz np1 dt n1 vvb pno31?
(60) part (DIV2)
1904
Page 509
14523
Truly, my Brethren, there is cause enough why he should love him, and love him out of all measure.
Truly, my Brothers, there is cause enough why he should love him, and love him out of all measure.
av-j, po11 n2, pc-acp vbz n1 av-d c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31 av pp-f d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1905
Page 509
14524
There are two things, my Brethren, that qualifie an object, and that make it meet for love; Proportion, and Propriety;
There Are two things, my Brothers, that qualify an Object, and that make it meet for love; Proportion, and Propriety;
pc-acp vbr crd n2, po11 n2, cst vvi dt n1, cc d vvb pn31 vvi p-acp n1; n1, cc n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1905
Page 509
14525
and both of these must meet together.
and both of these must meet together.
cc d pp-f d vmb vvi av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1905
Page 509
14526
Now both of these concurre in Christ, so that he is compleatly fitted for his Fathers love. For,
Now both of these concur in christ, so that he is completely fitted for his Father's love. For,
av d pp-f d vvb p-acp np1, av cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1. p-acp,
(60) part (DIV2)
1905
Page 509
14527
There is Proportion, He is very like the Father, and that both as God and Man.
There is Proportion, He is very like the Father, and that both as God and Man.
pc-acp vbz n1, pns31 vbz av av-j dt n1, cc cst d c-acp np1 cc n1
(60) part (DIV2)
1906
Page 509
14528
1. As God, he is extreamly like the Father, he is the very picture of him as we use to say;
1. As God, he is extremely like the Father, he is the very picture of him as we use to say;
crd p-acp np1, pns31 vbz av-jn j dt n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno31 c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi;
(60) part (DIV2)
1907
Page 510
14529
The express Image of his Fathers Person; not of the NONLATINALPHABET, but of the NONLATINALPHABET, Heb. 1.3. Indeed he representeth and resembleth him in every thing.The express Image of his Father's Person; not of the, but of the, Hebrew 1.3. Indeed he Representeth and resembles him in every thing.
dt j n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1; xx pp-f dt, cc-acp pp-f dt, np1 crd. av pns31 vvz cc vvz pno31 p-acp d n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1907
Page 510
14530
The Father is Almighty, so is he; the Father is Eternal, so is he; the Father is Immutable and Omnipresent, &c. so is he; He is his express Image.
The Father is Almighty, so is he; the Father is Eternal, so is he; the Father is Immutable and Omnipresent, etc. so is he; He is his express Image.
dt n1 vbz j-jn, av vbz pns31; dt n1 vbz j, av vbz pns31; dt n1 vbz j cc vvi, av av vbz pns31; pns31 vbz po31 j n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1907
Page 510
14531
Nay shall I go a little further? The Father as a Person distinguished from the Son, hath nothing proper and peculiar to himself,
Nay shall I go a little further? The Father as a Person distinguished from the Son, hath nothing proper and peculiar to himself,
uh vmb pns11 vvi dt j av-jc? dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vhz pix j cc j p-acp px31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14532
but is in some respect expressed and declared in the Son. His act of generation or begetting, is shewed forth in the begotten:
but is in Some respect expressed and declared in the Son. His act of generation or begetting, is showed forth in the begotten:
cc-acp vbz p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n-vvg, vbz vvn av p-acp dt vvn:
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14533
so that unless he were the Father, it is impossible he should be nearer to the Father,
so that unless he were the Father, it is impossible he should be nearer to the Father,
av cst cs pns31 vbdr dt n1, pn31 vbz j pns31 vmd vbi av-jc p-acp dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14534
or better like the Father then he is.
or better like the Father then he is.
cc jc av-j dt n1 cs pns31 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14535
And if he were the Father, he could not be the Fathers Image, he could not be like the Father;
And if he were the Father, he could not be the Father's Image, he could not be like the Father;
cc cs pns31 vbdr dt n1, pns31 vmd xx vbi dt ng1 n1, pns31 vmd xx vbi av-j dt n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14536
for Nullum simile est idem. Thus Christ as God you see my Brethren, is the most absolute and perfect Character of God the Father,
for Nullum simile est idem. Thus christ as God you see my Brothers, is the most absolute and perfect Character of God the Father,
p-acp fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. av np1 p-acp np1 pn22 vvb po11 n2, vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f np1 dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14537
like him in every thing in all respects, as one face answereth another in a glass:
like him in every thing in all respects, as one face Answers Another in a glass:
vvb pno31 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp crd n1 vvz j-jn p-acp dt n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14538
Having no other inward difference between them save only this, that by their relative properties, they are distinguished the one from the other.
Having no other inward difference between them save only this, that by their relative properties, they Are distinguished the one from the other.
vhg dx j-jn j n1 p-acp pno32 vvi av-j d, cst p-acp po32 j n2, pns32 vbr vvn dt crd p-acp dt n-jn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1908
Page 510
14539
2. As man our Saviour is extreamly like the Father too; He is the Image of the invisible God, Col. 1.15.
2. As man our Saviour is extremely like the Father too; He is the Image of the invisible God, Col. 1.15.
crd p-acp n1 po12 n1 vbz av-jn j dt n1 av; pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14540
As he hath assumed our flesh, he is the very Image of the Father.
As he hath assumed our Flesh, he is the very Image of the Father.
p-acp pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14541
And therefore the Apostle saith not simply, who is the Image of God, but of the invisible God: In which there is a close Antithesis, q. d. Having assumed our Nature, he is now become the visible Image of the invisible God;
And Therefore the Apostle Says not simply, who is the Image of God, but of the invisible God: In which there is a close Antithesis, q. worser. Having assumed our Nature, he is now become the visible Image of the invisible God;
cc av dt n1 vvz xx av-j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pp-f dt j np1: p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dt j n1, vvd. sy. vhg vvn po12 n1, pns31 vbz av vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14542
That God who is invisible, is made visible in him.
That God who is invisible, is made visible in him.
cst np1 r-crq vbz j, vbz vvn j p-acp pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14543
And this is that which is suggested in that speech of John the Baptist, Joh. 1.18. No man hath seen God at any time;
And this is that which is suggested in that speech of John the Baptist, John 1.18. No man hath seen God At any time;
cc d vbz d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, np1 crd. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14544
conceive it with the outward eye;
conceive it with the outward eye;
vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14545
The Son of man who is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him. The Son of man who is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14546
He hath discovered him in some respect to that eye, because he is so very like him.
He hath discovered him in Some respect to that eye, Because he is so very like him.
pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vbz av av av-j pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14547
So that if you see the Son, you shall see the Father in him; the resemblance is so great, that in seeing one of them, you see the other.
So that if you see the Son, you shall see the Father in him; the resemblance is so great, that in seeing one of them, you see the other.
av cst cs pn22 vvb dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31; dt n1 vbz av j, cst p-acp vvg pi pp-f pno32, pn22 vvb dt j-jn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14548
And hence saith Christ to Philip once, Joh. 14.9. He that hath seen me, hath seen the Father also.
And hence Says christ to Philip once, John 14.9. He that hath seen me, hath seen the Father also.
cc av vvz np1 p-acp np1 a-acp, np1 crd. pns31 cst vhz vvn pno11, vhz vvn dt n1 av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14549
So that our Saviour both as God and Man, is like the Father, and so in that respect is fitted for his Fathers love.
So that our Saviour both as God and Man, is like the Father, and so in that respect is fitted for his Father's love.
av cst po12 n1 d c-acp np1 cc n1, vbz av-j dt n1, cc av p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1909
Page 510
14550
And as there is Proportion, so Propriety;
And as there is Proportion, so Propriety;
cc c-acp pc-acp vbz n1, av n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14551
as he is like the Father, so he is the Fathers own, and therefore meet to be beloved of him.
as he is like the Father, so he is the Father's own, and Therefore meet to be Beloved of him.
c-acp pns31 vbz av-j dt n1, av pns31 vbz dt ng1 d, cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14552
Indeed there is an interest on both hands. God is Christs God; God even thy God hath anointed thee, saith David, Psal 45.7.
Indeed there is an Interest on both hands. God is Christ God; God even thy God hath anointed thee, Says David, Psalm 45.7.
np1 a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2. np1 vbz npg1 n1; np1 av po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21, vvz np1, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14553
And Christ is Gods Christ, Psal. 2.2.
And christ is God's christ, Psalm 2.2.
cc np1 vbz npg1 np1, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14554
The Kings of the earth set themselves, and the Rulers take counsel together against the Lord, and against his Christ.The Kings of the earth Set themselves, and the Rulers take counsel together against the Lord, and against his christ.
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb px32, cc dt n2 vvb n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14555
Indeed he is the Fathers Chosen, the Fathers servant, the Fathers Son; He is his Son as God by eternal generation, as man by union:
Indeed he is the Father's Chosen, the Father's servant, the Father's Son; He is his Son as God by Eternal generation, as man by Union:
av pns31 vbz dt ng1 j-vvn, dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n1; pns31 vbz po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp j n1, c-acp n1 p-acp n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14556
He is his in all capacities, and under all considerations; take him which way you will, he is the Fathers:
He is his in all capacities, and under all considerations; take him which Way you will, he is the Father's:
pns31 vbz po31 n1 d n2, cc p-acp d n2; vvb pno31 r-crq n1 pn22 vmb, pns31 vbz dt ng1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14557
So that no marvail though the Father love him, and love him dearly too.
So that no marvel though the Father love him, and love him dearly too.
av cst dx n1 cs dt n1 vvb pno31, cc vvb pno31 av-jn av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14558
We that are men are wont to love our own, yea many times we dote upon them,
We that Are men Are wont to love our own, yea many times we dote upon them,
pns12 cst vbr n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 d, uh d n2 pns12 vvb p-acp pno32,
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14559
though they have little lovely in them.
though they have little lovely in them.
cs pns32 vhb j j p-acp pno32.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14560
But Christ who is his Fathers own, is altogether lovely, so that he hath cause to love him.
But christ who is his Father's own, is altogether lovely, so that he hath cause to love him.
p-acp np1 r-crq vbz po31 ng1 d, vbz av j, av cst pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14561
And this for clearing of the first branch, that God the Father loveth Jesus Christ.
And this for clearing of the First branch, that God the Father loves jesus christ.
cc d p-acp vvg pp-f dt ord n1, cst np1 dt n1 vvz np1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1910
Page 510
14562
Now for the second branch, that he hath loved him from everlasting, This is expresly taught us also in the Text;
Now for the second branch, that he hath loved him from everlasting, This is expressly taught us also in the Text;
av p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp j, d vbz av-j vvn pno12 av p-acp dt n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1911
Page 511
14563
Thou hast loved me, saith Christ, before the foundation of the world, that is, before time was.Thou hast loved me, Says christ, before the Foundation of the world, that is, before time was.
pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vvz np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, p-acp n1 vbds.
(60) part (DIV2)
1911
Page 511
14564
As the time will never be when God will not love Christ; So the time never was when God did not love Christ:
As the time will never be when God will not love christ; So the time never was when God did not love christ:
p-acp dt n1 vmb av-x vbi c-crq np1 vmb xx vvi np1; av dt n1 av-x vbds c-crq np1 vdd xx vvi np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1911
Page 511
14565
That place is notable to this purpose, Prov. 8.22.
That place is notable to this purpose, Curae 8.22.
cst n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1911
Page 511
14566
The Lord possessed me in the beginning, &c. I was set up from everlasting, &c. I was as one brought up with him, The Lord possessed me in the beginning, etc. I was Set up from everlasting, etc. I was as one brought up with him,
dt n1 vvd pno11 p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp j, av pns11 vbds a-acp pi vvd a-acp p-acp pno31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1911
Page 511
14567
and I was dayly his delight. Observe it well, I was dayly his delight. I, you will answer, he was so as God;
and I was daily his delight. Observe it well, I was daily his delight. I, you will answer, he was so as God;
cc pns11 vbds av-j po31 n1. vvb pn31 av, pns11 vbds av-j po31 n1. pns11, pn22 vmb vvi, pns31 vbds av p-acp np1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1911
Page 511
14568
But how was he so as man? How could the Father love the Son as Man from everlasting,
But how was he so as man? How could the Father love the Son as Man from everlasting,
cc-acp q-crq vbds pns31 av p-acp n1? c-crq vmd dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j,
(60) part (DIV2)
1912
Page 511
14569
since he was not from everlasting? since he was not from everlasting?
c-acp pns31 vbds xx p-acp j?
(60) part (DIV2)
1912
Page 511
14570
God is one pure act, he doth not that in time (as to internal immanent acts) which he did not from everlasting.
God is one pure act, he does not that in time (as to internal immanent acts) which he did not from everlasting.
np1 vbz pi j n1, pns31 vdz xx d p-acp n1 (c-acp p-acp j j n2) r-crq pns31 vdd xx p-acp j.
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14571
Though things are past, present, and to come with us, yet they are not so with God.
Though things Are past, present, and to come with us, yet they Are not so with God.
cs n2 vbr j, j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, av pns32 vbr xx av p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14572
All things are present with him, at the same time;
All things Are present with him, At the same time;
av-d n2 vbr j p-acp pno31, p-acp dt d n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14573
as Jesus Christ, in reference to God and his decree, was slain, so he was incarnate too, before the foundation of the world;
as jesus christ, in Referente to God and his Decree, was slave, so he was incarnate too, before the Foundation of the world;
c-acp np1 np1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, vbds vvn, av pns31 vbds j av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14574
and so he was beloved as man, and as incarnate before the foundation of the world:
and so he was Beloved as man, and as incarnate before the Foundation of the world:
cc av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14575
and under this consideration he speaks, especially to his Father in my Text;
and under this consideration he speaks, especially to his Father in my Text;
cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz, av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14576
Thou hast loved me, saith he, viz. as Man and Mediator before the foundation of the world. Thou hast loved me, Says he, viz. as Man and Mediator before the Foundation of the world.
pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vvz pns31, n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1913
Page 511
14577
Now is it so, That God the Father dearly loveth Jesus Christ? then surely it is ill with them that hate him,
Now is it so, That God the Father dearly loves jesus christ? then surely it is ill with them that hate him,
av vbz pn31 av, cst np1 dt n1 av-jn vvz uh-np np1? av av-j pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1914
Page 511
14578
and it is well with them that love him.
and it is well with them that love him.
cc pn31 vbz av p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1914
Page 511
14579
If God love Jesus Christ so dearly, certainly he hates them that hate Christ, and he loves them that love Christ.
If God love jesus christ so dearly, Certainly he hates them that hate christ, and he loves them that love christ.
cs np1 vvb np1 np1 av av-jn, av-j pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb np1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 d n1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1914
Page 511
14643
It is the property of near and bosome friends, to will and nill, to love and hate the same things;
It is the property of near and bosom Friends, to will and nill, to love and hate the same things;
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j cc n1 n2, pc-acp vmb cc vmb, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt d n2;
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14580
1. If God love Jesus Christ so dearly, he hates them that hate Christ: and he will surely be avenged on them to the very utmost.
1. If God love jesus christ so dearly, he hates them that hate christ: and he will surely be avenged on them to the very utmost.
crd cs np1 vvb np1 np1 av av-jn, pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb np1: cc pns31 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j j.
(60) part (DIV2)
1915
Page 511
14581
The love he bears to Jesus Christ, will stir him up to execute his fiercest wrath,
The love he bears to jesus christ, will stir him up to execute his Fiercest wrath,
dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 np1, vmb vvi pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 js n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1915
Page 511
14582
and to take most severe revenge upon them.
and to take most severe revenge upon them.
cc pc-acp vvi ds j n1 p-acp pno32.
(60) part (DIV2)
1915
Page 511
14583
Believe it, brethren, God will not spare them in the day of vengeance, he will shew no bowels of compassion to them who hate his dear Son Christ, to whom he bears such infinite affection.
Believe it, brothers, God will not spare them in the day of vengeance, he will show no bowels of compassion to them who hate his dear Son christ, to whom he bears such infinite affection.
vvb pn31, n2, np1 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi dx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb po31 j-jn n1 np1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz d j n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1915
Page 511
14584
The more he loves Christ, the more he will hate them that hate him, and the more sharply will he deal with them.
The more he loves christ, the more he will hate them that hate him, and the more sharply will he deal with them.
dt av-dc pns31 vvz np1, dt av-dc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 cst vvb pno31, cc dt av-dc av-j vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno32.
(60) part (DIV2)
1915
Page 511
14585
But you ask me, Are there any such that hate Christ? and if there be, which way may they be discovered?
But you ask me, are there any such that hate christ? and if there be, which Way may they be discovered?
p-acp pn22 vvb pno11, vbr pc-acp d d cst vvb np1? cc cs pc-acp vbi, r-crq n1 vmb pns32 vbi vvn?
(60) part (DIV2)
1916
Page 511
14586
Some there are that hate Christ, and that not in Hell only (the Devil and the damned ghosts there) but on earth among men;
some there Are that hate christ, and that not in Hell only (the devil and the damned Ghosts there) but on earth among men;
d a-acp vbr d n1 np1, cc cst xx p-acp n1 av-j (dt n1 cc dt j-vvn n2 pc-acp) cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2;
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14587
yea, in the very bosom of the Church it self.
yea, in the very bosom of the Church it self.
uh, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14588
He is not hated only of a company of men that are but forraigners and strangers to him,
He is not hated only of a company of men that Are but foreigners and Strangers to him,
pns31 vbz xx vvn av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14589
as the Heathen are, (for that is no such admirable thing, that they that know him not should hate him) but of his Citizens who are acquainted with him,
as the Heathen Are, (for that is no such admirable thing, that they that know him not should hate him) but of his Citizens who Are acquainted with him,
c-acp dt j-jn vbr, (c-acp d vbz dx d j n1, cst pns32 cst vvb pno31 xx vmd vvi pno31) cc-acp pp-f po31 n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14590
and who are under his immediate Rule and Jurisdiction, Luk. 19.14. He is refused, not of the Heathen people only, but of divers in the Church,
and who Are under his immediate Rule and Jurisdiction, Luk. 19.14. He is refused, not of the Heathen people only, but of diverse in the Church,
cc q-crq vbr p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, np1 crd. pns31 vbz vvn, xx pp-f dt j-jn n1 av-j, cc-acp pp-f j p-acp dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14591
and some of them of greatest note, authority and learning there, to wit, the builders of the Church.
and Some of them of greatest note, Authority and learning there, to wit, the Builders of the Church.
cc d pp-f pno32 pp-f js n1, n1 cc n1 a-acp, p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14592
He is the stone which they that would be counted Workmen, Master-workmen, stumble at and set aside, Psal. 118.22. There be that live in opposition and hostility against him, even where his Kingdom is set up;
He is the stone which they that would be counted Workmen, Master workmen, Stumble At and Set aside, Psalm 118.22. There be that live in opposition and hostility against him, even where his Kingdom is Set up;
pns31 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns32 cst vmd vbi vvn n2, n2, vvb p-acp cc vvi av, np1 crd. pc-acp vbi cst vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, av c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp;
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14593
he ruleth in the midst of his enemies, as his Father speaks of him, Psal. 110.2. Where our Saviour hath a Church, there the Devil hath a Chappel, yea it may be a Cathedral.
he Ruleth in the midst of his enemies, as his Father speaks of him, Psalm 110.2. Where our Saviour hath a Church, there the devil hath a Chapel, yea it may be a Cathedral.
pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp po31 n1 vvz pp-f pno31, np1 crd. c-crq po12 n1 vhz dt n1, a-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1, uh pn31 vmb vbi dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 511
14594
I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, saith our Saviour to the Church of Pergamus, even where Satans seat is, Apoc. 2.13. Observe it well, where Satans seat is: that is, where he is Bishop, where he keeps his residence, where his Episcopal Cathedral and his chair is.I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, Says our Saviour to the Church of Pergamos, even where Satan seat is, Apocalypse 2.13. Observe it well, where Satan seat is: that is, where he is Bishop, where he keeps his residence, where his Episcopal Cathedral and his chair is.
pns11 vvb po21 n2, cc c-crq pns21 vv2, vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-crq npg1 n1 vbz, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av, c-crq npg1 n1 vbz: cst vbz, c-crq pns31 vbz n1, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, c-crq po31 np1 n1 cc po31 n1 vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14595
Christ can never want his enemies where Satan hath such interest, and such authority as this is.
christ can never want his enemies where Satan hath such Interest, and such Authority as this is.
np1 vmb av-x vvi po31 n2 c-crq np1 vhz d n1, cc d n1 c-acp d vbz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14596
Indeed the greatest Enemie that Christ hath in the world (conceit it among mortal men) is in the Church,
Indeed the greatest Enemy that christ hath in the world (conceit it among Mortal men) is in the Church,
np1 dt js n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp dt n1 (n1 pn31 p-acp j-jn n2) vbz p-acp dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14597
and that is Antichrist, a Bishop too, who hath his name from being opposite to Christ, NONLATINALPHABET,
and that is Antichrist, a Bishop too, who hath his name from being opposite to christ,,
cc d vbz np1, dt n1 av, r-crq vhz po31 n1 p-acp vbg j-jn p-acp np1,,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14598
as who should say against Christ.
as who should say against christ.
p-acp r-crq vmd vvi p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14599
He sitteth in the Temple, in the Church, as the Apostle Paul speak, 2 Thess. 2.4. There were false brethren in the Church of the Philippians, who notwithstanding all their glorious protestations, were enemies to Christ, as the Apostle tells them plainly, Phil. 3.18. and he tells it them with tears, he was so much affected with it.
He Sitteth in the Temple, in the Church, as the Apostle Paul speak, 2 Thess 2.4. There were false brothers in the Church of the Philippians, who notwithstanding all their glorious protestations, were enemies to christ, as the Apostle tells them plainly, Philip 3.18. and he tells it them with tears, he was so much affected with it.
pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvb, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, r-crq p-acp d po32 j n2, vbdr ng1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 av-j, np1 crd. cc pns31 vvz pn31 pno32 p-acp n2, pns31 vbds av av-d vvn p-acp pn31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14600
And surely there are many everywhere, and in every Congregation, who pretend much worship and submission,
And surely there Are many everywhere, and in every Congregation, who pretend much worship and submission,
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d av, cc p-acp d n1, r-crq vvb d n1 cc n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14601
and Ceremony, and respect to Christ:
and Ceremony, and respect to christ:
cc n1, cc n1 p-acp np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14602
And yet such is the damnable hypocrisie and falseness of the hearts of men, they swell with inward ranck or, rage, and hate against him.
And yet such is the damnable hypocrisy and falseness of the hearts of men, they swell with inward rank or, rage, and hate against him.
cc av d vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb p-acp j n1 cc, n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14603
It is not every one that calls him Rabbi Master, as the false Herodians did, that kisses him,
It is not every one that calls him Rabbi Master, as the false Herodians did, that Kisses him,
pn31 vbz xx d pi cst vvz pno31 n1 n1, c-acp dt j njp2 vdd, cst vvz pno31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14604
and bows before him, and salutes him with Hayl Master, as deceitful Judas did, that is indeed a friend to Christ:
and bows before him, and salutes him with Hail Master, as deceitful Judas did, that is indeed a friend to christ:
cc vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31 p-acp uh-v n1, c-acp j np1 vdd, cst vbz av dt n1 p-acp np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14605
No, men may make a flourish, and profess they love the Lord, and say that he is infinitely dear unto them,
No, men may make a flourish, and profess they love the Lord, and say that he is infinitely dear unto them,
uh-dx, n2 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb pns32 vvb dt n1, cc vvb cst pns31 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp pno32,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14606
and yet may be as real enemies to him, and to his Kingdom, as Judas that betrayed him, the Judge and Officers and people that condemned,
and yet may be as real enemies to him, and to his Kingdom, as Judas that betrayed him, the Judge and Officers and people that condemned,
cc av vmb vbi a-acp j n2 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1, c-acp np1 cst vvd pno31, dt n1 cc n2 cc n1 cst vvd,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14607
and scourged, and crucified the Lord of glory. And now my brethren, Will you say to me as the Disciples to our Saviour,
and scourged, and Crucified the Lord of glory. And now my brothers, Will you say to me as the Disciples to our Saviour,
cc vvn, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av po11 n2, vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po12 n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1917
Page 512
14608
when he told them, that one of them should betray him? Will you ask me man by man, Is it I? and is it I? No, I expect to hear you say, It is not I.
when he told them, that one of them should betray him? Will you ask me man by man, Is it I? and is it I? No, I expect to hear you say, It is not I.
c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, cst pi pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pno31? n1 pn22 vvi pno11 n1 p-acp n1, vbz pn31 pns11? cc vbz pn31 pns11? uh-dx, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb, pn31 vbz xx pns11.
(60) part (DIV2)
1918
Page 512
14609
What, I an enemy to Christ? I defie it;
What, I an enemy to christ? I defy it;
q-crq, pns11 dt n1 p-acp np1? pns11 vvb pn31;
(60) part (DIV2)
1918
Page 512
14610
and they that are his greatest enemies will be as bold and resolute in the denyal as any other.
and they that Are his greatest enemies will be as bold and resolute in the denial as any other.
cc pns32 cst vbr po31 js n2 vmb vbi a-acp j cc j p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n-jn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1918
Page 512
14611
And therefore as our Saviour gave a sign to the Disciples, by which the Traytor might be known;
And Therefore as our Saviour gave a Signen to the Disciples, by which the Traitor might be known;
cc av c-acp po12 n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmd vbi vvn;
(60) part (DIV2)
1918
Page 512
14612
so I will give you certain signs out of Scripture, by which the enemies of Christ may be discovered.
so I will give you certain Signs out of Scripture, by which the enemies of christ may be discovered.
av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j n2 av pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn.
(60) part (DIV2)
1918
Page 512
14613
First they that are willing to submit to sin, and are unwilling to submit to Christ, they are enemies to Christ.
First they that Are willing to submit to since, and Are unwilling to submit to christ, they Are enemies to christ.
ord pns32 d vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14614
I will a little stand on either branch of this mark. They that are willing to submit to sin, they are enemies to Christ:
I will a little stand on either branch of this mark. They that Are willing to submit to since, they Are enemies to christ:
pns11 vmb dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1. pns32 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14615
'Tis true indeed men may be taken captive by it, as Saint Paul was, they may be forc't to obey it in some certain acts, notwithstanding all their striving, by the power of a temptation which they are no way able to resist,
It's true indeed men may be taken captive by it, as Saint Paul was, they may be forced to obey it in Some certain acts, notwithstanding all their striving, by the power of a temptation which they Are no Way able to resist,
pn31|vbz j av n2 vmb vbi vvn j-jn p-acp pn31, c-acp n1 np1 vbds, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n2, c-acp d po32 vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vbr dx n1 j pc-acp vvi,
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14616
and yet may be the friends of Christ; they may unfaignedly and dearly love the Lord Jesus.
and yet may be the Friends of christ; they may unfeignedly and dearly love the Lord jesus.
cc av vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f np1; pns32 vmb av-j cc av-jn vvi dt n1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14617
But if they render up themselves to any lust, if they make a Covenant with it,
But if they render up themselves to any lust, if they make a Covenant with it,
p-acp cs pns32 vvb a-acp px32 p-acp d n1, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp pn31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14619
if not content that they are sold by Adam, they sell themselves to sin, as Ahab did, they are enemies to Christ:
if not content that they Are sold by Adam, they fell themselves to since, as Ahab did, they Are enemies to christ:
cs xx j cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vdd, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14620
No man can serve two Masters, that are contrary, as God and Mammon, Christ and sin;No man can serve two Masters, that Are contrary, as God and Mammon, christ and since;
uh-dx n1 vmb vvi crd n2, cst vbr j-jn, p-acp np1 cc np1, np1 cc n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14621
for saith our Saviour, He will love the one, and hate the other, Mat. 6.24.
for Says our Saviour, He will love the one, and hate the other, Mathew 6.24.
p-acp vvz po12 n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt crd, cc vvb dt n-jn, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 512
14622
So then if you be servants voluntarily engaged to any sin, as being willing to obey it in the lusts thereof.
So then if you be Servants voluntarily engaged to any since, as being willing to obey it in the Lustiest thereof.
av av cs pn22 vbb n2 av-jn vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 av.
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14623
Whether it be drunkenness, or swearing, or uncleanness, or the like;
Whither it be Drunkenness, or swearing, or uncleanness, or the like;
cs pn31 vbb n1, cc vvg, cc n1, cc dt j;
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14624
If you resolve it is a sweet, it is a profitable sin, I will not strive nor pray against it,
If you resolve it is a sweet, it is a profitable since, I will not strive nor pray against it,
cs pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt j, pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi p-acp pn31,
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14625
because I mean not to forsake it, you do indeed hate Christ.
Because I mean not to forsake it, you do indeed hate christ.
c-acp pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn31, pn22 vdb av vvi np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14626
It may be you do think that you may serve a lust, and love the Lord Christ too:
It may be you do think that you may serve a lust, and love the Lord christ too:
pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vdb vvi cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 np1 av:
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14627
But you deceive your own souls;
But you deceive your own Souls;
cc-acp pn22 vvb po22 d n2;
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14628
for the Truth of God hath said it, that he that loves the one, will hate the other:
for the Truth of God hath said it, that he that loves the one, will hate the other:
p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pn31, cst pns31 cst vvz dt crd, vmb vvi dt n-jn:
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14629
As they that serve Christ, hate sin; so they that serve sin, hate Christ.
As they that serve christ, hate since; so they that serve since, hate christ.
c-acp pns32 cst vvb np1, vvb n1; av pns32 cst vvb n1, vvb np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1919
Page 513
14630
And for the second branch of this mark, as they that willingly obey sin, so they that are unwilling to obey Christ, they are enemies to Christ.
And for the second branch of this mark, as they that willingly obey since, so they that Are unwilling to obey christ, they Are enemies to christ.
cc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pns32 cst av-j vvi n1, av pns32 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi np1, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14631
You are my friends, saith Christ to his Disciples, if you do whatsoever I command you, Joh. 15.14. otherwise you are not.You Are my Friends, Says christ to his Disciples, if you do whatsoever I command you, John 15.14. otherwise you Are not.
pn22 vbr po11 n2, vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2, cs pn22 vdb r-crq pns11 vvb pn22, np1 crd. av pn22 vbr xx.
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14632
And hence he styleth those his enemies, who will not have him rule over them, Luk. 19.27. Observe it well, he saith not simply, Those that will not have me raign;
And hence he styleth those his enemies, who will not have him Rule over them, Luk. 19.27. Observe it well, he Says not simply, Those that will not have me Reign;
cc av pns31 vvz d po31 n2, r-crq vmb xx vhi pno31 vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av, pns31 vvz xx av-j, d cst vmb xx vhi pno11 vvi;
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14633
but those mine enemies that will not have me raign over them, bring them forth and slay them before me.
but those mine enemies that will not have me Reign over them, bring them forth and slay them before me.
cc-acp d po11 n2 cst vmb xx vhi pno11 vvi p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 av cc vvi pno32 p-acp pno11.
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14634
If then you will not stoop to Christ, and to the Scepter of his Kingdom;
If then you will not stoop to christ, and to the Sceptre of his Kingdom;
cs av pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14635
if you will not have him rule you, if you will not do the things that he commands you,
if you will not have him Rule you, if you will not do the things that he commands you,
cs pn22 vmb xx vhi pno31 vvi pn22, cs pn22 vmb xx vdi dt n2 cst pns31 vvz pn22,
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14636
but are resolved to walk according to your own humors, and though you are informed what is good,
but Are resolved to walk according to your own humours, and though you Are informed what is good,
cc-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po22 d n2, cc cs pn22 vbr vvn r-crq vbz j,
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14637
and what the Lord requireth of you, yet you hate to be reformed, and pluck away the shoulder,
and what the Lord requires of you, yet you hate to be reformed, and pluck away the shoulder,
cc q-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pn22, av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvi av dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14638
as the Prophet speaks, and say with those rebellious wretches, Psal. 2.3.
as the Prophet speaks, and say with those rebellious wretches, Psalm 2.3.
c-acp dt n1 vvz, cc vvb p-acp d j n2, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14639
Let us break his bonds asunder, and cast away his cords from us, that we may walk at liberty,Let us break his bonds asunder, and cast away his cords from us, that we may walk At liberty,
vvb pno12 vvi po31 n2 av, cc vvd av po31 n2 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14640
and that there may be no restraint from any thing that seemeth good in our own eyes:
and that there may be no restraint from any thing that seems good in our own eyes:
cc cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz j p-acp po12 d n2:
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14641
be not deceived, for you are Adversaries of the Lord Christ.
be not deceived, for you Are Adversaries of the Lord christ.
vbb xx vvn, c-acp pn22 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1920
Page 513
14642
2. They are enemies to Christ, that love that which Christ hates, and hate that which Christ loves.
2. They Are enemies to christ, that love that which christ hates, and hate that which christ loves.
crd pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1, cst vvb cst r-crq np1 vvz, cc vvb d r-crq np1 vvz.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14645
They that are in love with sin, (which is the thing, the only thing which Christ hates) are surely out of love with Christ.
They that Are in love with since, (which is the thing, the only thing which christ hates) Are surely out of love with christ.
pns32 cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (r-crq vbz dt n1, dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz) vbr av-j av pp-f n1 p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14646
They that love the Lord, hate evil, Psal. 97.10. and I may say as well, They that love evil, hate the Lord.They that love the Lord, hate evil, Psalm 97.10. and I may say as well, They that love evil, hate the Lord.
pns32 d vvb dt n1, vvb j-jn, np1 crd. cc pns11 vmb vvi c-acp av, pns32 cst vvb j-jn, vvb dt n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14647
It's true, that such as love him, may commit it, but yet they have a strange antipathy against it, they hate it with a perfect hatred,
It's true, that such as love him, may commit it, but yet they have a strange antipathy against it, they hate it with a perfect hatred,
pn31|vbz j, cst d c-acp vvb pno31, vmb vvi pn31, cc-acp av pns32 vhb dt j n1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14648
and every false way they utterly abhor.
and every false Way they utterly abhor.
cc d j n1 pns32 av-j vvi.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14649
And hence it is that they endeavour to destroy it, to crucifie it every day, to put it to the cruellest and basest death,
And hence it is that they endeavour to destroy it, to crucify it every day, to put it to the Cruellest and Basest death,
cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 d n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt js cc js n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14650
and if they had it in their power, they would shew it no mercy. You would not use a Turk, a Toad, as such a man would use sin.
and if they had it in their power, they would show it no mercy. You would not use a Turk, a Toad, as such a man would use since.
cc cs pns32 vhd pn31 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmd vvi pn31 dx n1. pn22 vmd xx vvi dt np1, dt n1, c-acp d dt n1 vmd vvi n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14651
But when a man shall cocker it, and stroke it, and delight in it, when he shall not endure to have it striken with the hammer,
But when a man shall cocker it, and stroke it, and delight in it, when he shall not endure to have it stricken with the hammer,
p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, cc vvd pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14652
or wounded with the Sword of Gods Word, but shall be ready to do violence to any man that offers it a blow,
or wounded with the Sword of God's Word, but shall be ready to do violence to any man that offers it a blow,
cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc-acp vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz pn31 dt n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14653
or gives it but an ill word, the heart of such a person is not right towards Christ.
or gives it but an ill word, the heart of such a person is not right towards christ.
cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1921
Page 513
14654
And even as they are enemies to Christ, who love that which Christ hates, so also they who hate that which Christ loves,
And even as they Are enemies to christ, who love that which christ hates, so also they who hate that which christ loves,
cc av c-acp pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1, r-crq n1 d r-crq np1 vvz, av av pns32 r-crq vvb d r-crq np1 vvz,
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 513
14655
and that is holiness and grace, which he cannot choose but love, because it is a beam of his own light, a gift of his own spirit, a stamp of his own Image, a part of his own fulness, for of his fulness have we all received, and grace for grace.
and that is holiness and grace, which he cannot choose but love, Because it is a beam of his own Light, a gift of his own Spirit, a stamp of his own Image, a part of his own fullness, for of his fullness have we all received, and grace for grace.
cc d vbz n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp pp-f po31 n1 vhb pns12 d vvn, cc n1 p-acp n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14656
But you will say, Who hates this? I answer they that persecute and scorn and vex their brethren for their strictness and preciseness,
But you will say, Who hates this? I answer they that persecute and scorn and vex their brothers for their strictness and preciseness,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vvz d? pns11 vvb pns32 cst vvi cc vvi cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14657
because they follow that which good is, because they fear an oath, because they run not out with them to the same excess of riot, they are the men that hate grace.
Because they follow that which good is, Because they Fear an oath, Because they run not out with them to the same excess of riot, they Are the men that hate grace.
c-acp pns32 vvb cst r-crq j vbz, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb xx av p-acp pno32 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr dt n2 cst vvb n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14658
For it is holiness and grace you see that is the proper object, and indeed the formal reason of their hatred.
For it is holiness and grace you see that is the proper Object, and indeed the formal reason of their hatred.
p-acp pn31 vbz n1 cc n1 pn22 vvb cst vbz dt j n1, cc av dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14659
And they that hate their brethren for their holiness and grace, which they have received from Christ, by which they are conformable and like to Christ, would hate him so much more then them,
And they that hate their brothers for their holiness and grace, which they have received from christ, by which they Are conformable and like to christ, would hate him so much more then them,
cc pns32 cst vvb po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr j cc av-j p-acp np1, vmd vvi pno31 av av-d av-dc cs pno32,
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14660
if he should come and live among them, by how much he is holier then they are.
if he should come and live among them, by how much he is Holier then they Are.
cs pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp c-crq d pns31 vbz jc cs pns32 vbr.
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14661
And therefore let not such as say they could affect and like of such a person well enough,
And Therefore let not such as say they could affect and like of such a person well enough,
cc av vvb xx d c-acp vvb pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi pp-f d dt n1 av av-d,
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14662
but that he is so pure and so precise, he will not do as they do, pretend any love to Christ.
but that he is so pure and so precise, he will not do as they do, pretend any love to christ.
cc-acp cst pns31 vbz av j cc av j, pns31 vmb xx vdi c-acp pns32 vdb, vvb d n1 p-acp np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14683
Now if on triall by the former evidences, you find that you hate Christ, believe it God hates you.
Now if on trial by the former evidences, you find that you hate christ, believe it God hates you.
av cs p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2, pn22 vvb cst pn22 vvb np1, vvb pn31 np1 vvz pn22.
(60) part (DIV2)
1925
Page 514
14663
For certainly the same affections of spite and malice and reproach which they discover against such men, they would with so much greater bitterness express against the Lord Christ,
For Certainly the same affections of spite and malice and reproach which they discover against such men, they would with so much greater bitterness express against the Lord christ,
p-acp av-j dt d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n2, pns32 vmd p-acp av av-d jc n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 np1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14664
if he were conversant upon the earth, by how much he exceedeth and transcendeth them in holiness and grace.
if he were conversant upon the earth, by how much he exceeds and transcendeth them in holiness and grace.
cs pns31 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, p-acp c-crq d pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1922
Page 514
14665
3. They that are friends to the enemies of Christ, and enemies to the friends of Christ, are enemies to Christ himself.
3. They that Are Friends to the enemies of christ, and enemies to the Friends of christ, Are enemies to christ himself.
crd pns32 cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr n2 p-acp np1 px31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14666
Be they who they will that close with those that live in enmity against Christ,
Be they who they will that close with those that live in enmity against christ,
vbb pns32 r-crq pns32 vmb d j p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14667
and help them in their opposition to his truth and to his cause, and to his glory, they can never love Christ.
and help them in their opposition to his truth and to his cause, and to his glory, they can never love christ.
cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb av-x vvi np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14668
No, if they did, they could never side with those that are professed adversaries to the Lord Jesus,
No, if they did, they could never side with those that Are professed Adversaries to the Lord jesus,
uh-dx, cs pns32 vdd, pns32 vmd av-x n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 np1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14669
and who endeavour to subvert and overthrow his worship and religion, and destroy his people.
and who endeavour to subvert and overthrow his worship and Religion, and destroy his people.
cc r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 cc n1, cc vvi po31 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14670
And certainly Christ cannot choose but take them for his enemies, and use them like his enemies,
And Certainly christ cannot choose but take them for his enemies, and use them like his enemies,
cc av-j np1 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvi pno32 av-j po31 n2,
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14671
while they incorporate themselves with those that live in open opposition and hostility against him.
while they incorporate themselves with those that live in open opposition and hostility against him.
cs pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1923
Page 514
14672
And as the friends unto the enemies of Christ, even so the enemies unto the friends of Christ, are enemies to Christ himself.
And as the Friends unto the enemies of christ, even so the enemies unto the Friends of christ, Are enemies to christ himself.
cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av av dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr n2 p-acp np1 px31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14673
They that are adversaries to the Saints, who are as it is said of Abraham, the friends of God, the friends of Christ, must needs be adversaries to the Lord Jesus.
They that Are Adversaries to the Saints, who Are as it is said of Abraham, the Friends of God, the Friends of christ, must needs be Adversaries to the Lord jesus.
pns32 cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, vmb av vbi n2 p-acp dt n1 np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14674
There is a Covenant and a League of love between the Lord and them, and the league is not defensive only, but offensive too;
There is a Covenant and a League of love between the Lord and them, and the league is not defensive only, but offensive too;
pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc pno32, cc dt n1 vbz xx j av-j, cc-acp j av;
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14675
he that toucheth them, saith Christ, toucheth the Apple of mine eye; touch them, & touch me, Zac. 2.8.
he that touches them, Says christ, touches the Apple of mine eye; touch them, & touch me, Zac. 2.8.
pns31 cst vvz pno32, vvz np1, vvz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; vvb pno32, cc vvb pno11, np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14676
Nay, they are not alone in Covenant with him, but more then so my brethren, they are one with him.
Nay, they Are not alone in Covenant with him, but more then so my brothers, they Are one with him.
uh-x, pns32 vbr xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp av-dc cs av po11 n2, pns32 vbr crd p-acp pno31.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14677
And therefore they are called Christ, 1 Cor. 12.12.
And Therefore they Are called christ, 1 Cor. 12.12.
cc av pns32 vbr vvn np1, crd np1 crd.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14678
For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members are but one body, so also is Christ: For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members Are but one body, so also is christ:
c-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz pi, cc vhz d n2, cc d dt n2 vbr p-acp crd n1, av av vbz np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14679
conceive it Christ in aggregate, comprizing all the Church with him;
conceive it christ in aggregate, comprising all the Church with him;
vvb pn31 np1 p-acp j, vvg d dt n1 p-acp pno31;
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14680
for, caput & corpus unus est Christus (as Austin speaks) the head and the body is but one Christ:
for, caput & corpus Unus est Christus (as Austin speaks) the head and the body is but one christ:
c-acp, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 vvz) dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz p-acp crd np1:
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14681
and that which is the name of Christ, Jer. 23.6. This is his name by which he shall be called, The Lord our Righteousness, is the Churchss name too, Jer. 33.16. This is the name wherewith she shall be called, The Lord our Righteousness.
and that which is the name of christ, Jer. 23.6. This is his name by which he shall be called, The Lord our Righteousness, is the Churchss name too, Jer. 33.16. This is the name wherewith she shall be called, The Lord our Righteousness.
cc cst r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. d vbz po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 po12 n1, vbz dt j n1 av, np1 crd. d vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 po12 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14682
Indeed his people are the members of his body, and he can never be a friend unto the head, who is an adversary to the members.
Indeed his people Are the members of his body, and he can never be a friend unto the head, who is an adversary to the members.
av po31 n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb av-x vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2.
(60) part (DIV2)
1924
Page 514
14792
yea he shall suffer to the very death;
yea he shall suffer to the very death;
uh pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14684
The dearer his affection to his Son Christ is, the greater is his hatred of the enemies of Christ.
The Dearer his affection to his Son christ is, the greater is his hatred of the enemies of christ.
dt jc-jn po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 vbz, dt jc vbz po31 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1925
Page 515
14685
The union is so neer, and the love so infinite between the Father and the Son, that God may truly say to Jesus Christ, Do not I hate them that hate thee? I hate them with a perfect hatred,
The Union is so near, and the love so infinite between the Father and the Son, that God may truly say to jesus christ, Do not I hate them that hate thee? I hate them with a perfect hatred,
dt n1 vbz av av-j, cc dt n1 av j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cst np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1 np1, vdb xx pns11 vvi pno32 cst vvb pno21? pns11 vvb pno32 p-acp dt j n1,
(60) part (DIV2)
1925
Page 515
14686
as though they were mine enemies: And I will surely take a course with them, I will bring them low enough.
as though they were mine enemies: And I will surely take a course with them, I will bring them low enough.
c-acp cs pns32 vbdr po11 n2: cc pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av-j av-d.
(60) part (DIV2)
1925
Page 515
14687
Sit thou at my right hand, there sit thou still unmoved and undisturbed, till I have made thine enemies thy footstool. Fit thou At my right hand, there fit thou still unmoved and undisturbed, till I have made thine enemies thy footstool.
vvb pns21 p-acp po11 j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pns21 av j cc j, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn po21 n2 po21 n1.
(60) part (DIV2)
1925
Page 515
14688
JOHN 17.24. For thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world.JOHN 17.24. For thou lovedest me before the Foundation of the world.
np1 crd. c-acp pns21 vvd2 pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1925
Page 515
14689
IS it so that God the Father dearly loveth Jesus Christ? hence then it follows, that as he hates them that hate Christ,
IS it so that God the Father dearly loves jesus christ? hence then it follows, that as he hates them that hate christ,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 dt n1 av-jn vvz uh-np np1? av av pn31 vvz, cst c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14690
so on the other side he loveth them that love Christ.
so on the other side he loves them that love christ.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vvz pno32 d n1 np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14691
The dear affection that he bears to Christ draws out his very heart to all those that love Christ.
The dear affection that he bears to christ draws out his very heart to all those that love christ.
dt j-jn n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1 vvz av po31 j n1 p-acp d d cst n1 np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14692
And this is that which Jesus Christ himself teacheth, John 14.21. He that loveth me, saith Christ, shall be loved of my Father.
And this is that which jesus christ himself Teaches, John 14.21. He that loves me, Says christ, shall be loved of my Father.
cc d vbz d r-crq np1 np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz np1, vmb vbi vvn pp-f po11 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14693
Let him be what he will, of what condition or estate he will, never so poor and mean and despicable in the world,
Let him be what he will, of what condition or estate he will, never so poor and mean and despicable in the world,
vvb pno31 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb, av-x av j cc j cc j p-acp dt n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14694
if he do really and truly love me, my Father loves that man, and loves him dearly for my sake.
if he do really and truly love me, my Father loves that man, and loves him dearly for my sake.
cs pns31 vdb av-j cc av-j vvb pno11, po11 n1 vvz d n1, cc vvz pno31 av-jn p-acp po11 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14695
Nay saith the Father, this man is my Sons friend, he bears a very great affection to my Son Christ,
Nay Says the Father, this man is my Sons friend, he bears a very great affection to my Son christ,
uh-x vvz dt n1, d n1 vbz po11 ng1 n1, pns31 vvz dt j j n1 p-acp po11 n1 np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14696
and therefore I must needs esteem and love him for my Sons sake.
and Therefore I must needs esteem and love him for my Sons sake.
cc av pns11 vmb av vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp po11 ng1 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14697
I have alwayes loved my Son, even from all eternity, and that out of all measure;
I have always loved my Son, even from all eternity, and that out of all measure;
pns11 vhb av vvn po11 n1, av p-acp d n1, cc cst av pp-f d n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14698
and upon this account my love and my affection overflows to all those that love him.
and upon this account my love and my affection overflows to all those that love him.
cc p-acp d n1 po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvz p-acp d d cst vvb pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1927
Page 515
14699
Oh how should this prevail with every one of us to love Christ, and love him dearly,
O how should this prevail with every one of us to love christ, and love him dearly,
uh q-crq vmd d vvi p-acp d crd pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvb pno31 av-jn,
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14700
since God the Father will requite us to the utmost for all the love we shew to him;
since God the Father will requite us to the utmost for all the love we show to him;
c-acp np1 dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14701
all the love that we lay out on Jesus Christ, he will pay us back again,
all the love that we lay out on jesus christ, he will pay us back again,
d dt n1 cst pns12 vvb av p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av av,
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14702
and pay us in the same coin. We may depend upon it, that we shall have love for love.
and pay us in the same coin. We may depend upon it, that we shall have love for love.
cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt d n1. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14703
If we love Christ, the Father he will love us.
If we love christ, the Father he will love us.
cs pns12 vvb np1, dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14704
And is the Fathers love worth nothing? Ah, my beloved, it bringeth with it all the happiness and mercy that a poor soul is capable of:
And is the Father's love worth nothing? Ah, my Beloved, it brings with it all the happiness and mercy that a poor soul is capable of:
cc vbz dt ng1 n1 j pix? uh, po11 j-vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 d dt n1 cc n1 cst dt j n1 vbz j pp-f:
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14705
And therefore I beseech you let us love Christ: let Christ have our love, that we may have the Fathers love.
And Therefore I beseech you let us love christ: let christ have our love, that we may have the Father's love.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno12 vvi np1: vvb np1 vhi po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vhi dt ng1 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14706
And here to warm your hearts a little, and to draw them out to Christ, take notice of these few things.
And Here to warm your hearts a little, and to draw them out to christ, take notice of these few things.
cc av pc-acp vvi po22 n2 dt j, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp np1, vvb n1 pp-f d d n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1928
Page 515
14707
1. View him in himself, behold him in the choiceness and excellency of his own beauty;
1. View him in himself, behold him in the choiceness and excellency of his own beauty;
crd n1 pno31 p-acp px31, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 515
14708
There is no spot, nor imperfection in him, in the very least degree; He is fairer then the children of men, Psal. 45.2. then any of them all, let them be what they will:
There is no spot, nor imperfection in him, in the very lest degree; He is Fairer then the children of men, Psalm 45.2. then any of them all, let them be what they will:
pc-acp vbz dx n1, ccx n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt j cs n1; pns31 vbz jc cs dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 crd. av d pp-f pno32 d, vvb pno32 vbi r-crq pns32 vmb:
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 515
14709
for they have blemishes, but he hath none.
for they have blemishes, but he hath none.
c-acp pns32 vhb n2, cc-acp pns31 vhz pix.
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 515
14710
All the perfections in the world do meet in him, so that there can be nothing added to him.
All the perfections in the world do meet in him, so that there can be nothing added to him.
av-d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vdb vvi p-acp pno31, av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 515
14711
Indeed (my brethren) he is altogether lovely. All others have their imperfections and defects, something there is unlovely in them: but he is altogether lovely:
Indeed (my brothers) he is altogether lovely. All Others have their imperfections and defects, something there is unlovely in them: but he is altogether lovely:
np1 (po11 n2) pns31 vbz av j. d n2-jn vhb po32 n2 cc n2, pi pc-acp vbz j p-acp pno32: cc-acp pns31 vbz av j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 515
14712
And this is that which makes the Church so far in love with him:
And this is that which makes the Church so Far in love with him:
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pno31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 515
14713
She is taken with his beauty, and the delicious savour of his ointments, the sweetness of the graces that are in him, Cant. 1.3.
She is taken with his beauty, and the delicious savour of his ointments, the sweetness of the graces that Are in him, Cant 1.3.
pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pno31, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14714
How is she ravisht in the contemplation of him? Cant. 5.8. What is thy beloved more then another beloved? say the daughters to her there;
How is she ravished in the contemplation of him? Cant 5.8. What is thy Beloved more then Another Beloved? say the daughters to her there;
q-crq vbz pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31? np1 crd. q-crq vbz po21 j-vvn n1 av j-jn vvn? vvb dt n2 p-acp pno31 a-acp;
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14715
What is he more? saith she: me thinks she is an end with that word:
What is he more? Says she: me thinks she is an end with that word:
q-crq vbz pns31 av-dc? vvz pns31: pno11 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14716
Why have you no eyes to see? He is transcendent, incomparable, and so describeth him from top to toe,
Why have you no eyes to see? He is transcendent, incomparable, and so Describeth him from top to toe,
q-crq vhb pn22 dx n2 pc-acp vvi? pns31 vbz j, j, cc av vvz pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14717
and then concludes, This is my beloved O ye daughters, look upon him, this is he:
and then concludes, This is my Beloved Oh you daughters, look upon him, this is he:
cc av vvz, d vbz po11 j-vvn uh pn22 n2, vvb p-acp pno31, d vbz pns31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14718
As who should say, now judge you whether I have cause to love him, yea, or no.
As who should say, now judge you whither I have cause to love him, yea, or no.
p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av vvb pn22 cs pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, uh, cc uh-dx.
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14719
And therefore I am not ashamed to own it: and if you meet with my beloved, you may tell him that I love him,
And Therefore I am not ashamed to own it: and if you meet with my Beloved, you may tell him that I love him,
cc av pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi pn31: cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp po11 j-vvn, pn22 vmb vvi pno31 cst pns11 vvb pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14720
yea that I am sick of love.
yea that I am sick of love.
uh cst pns11 vbm j pp-f n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1929
Page 516
14721
2. Consider in the next place what he is to you, what interest and propriety you have in him.
2. Consider in the next place what he is to you, what Interest and propriety you have in him.
crd np1 p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq pns31 vbz p-acp pn22, q-crq n1 cc n1 pn22 vhb p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14722
Why, my beloved, he is yours: I speak this to believers only.
Why, my Beloved, he is yours: I speak this to believers only.
uh-crq, po11 j-vvn, pns31 vbz png22: pns11 vvb d p-acp n2 av-j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14723
And this the Church and Spouse of Christ professeth often, I am my beloveds, and my beloved is mine:
And this the Church and Spouse of christ Professes often, I am my beloveds, and my Beloved is mine:
cc d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz av, pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn, cc po11 j-vvn vbz png11:
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14724
and yields this as the reason of the high and dear affection that she bears him.
and yields this as the reason of the high and dear affection that she bears him.
cc vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1 cst pns31 vvz pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14725
A woman, you will say, hath cause to love her own husband.
A woman, you will say, hath cause to love her own husband.
dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi, vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14726
Now Jesus Christ is the husband of the Church, she is his wife, his spouse, his second self, she is called by his name:
Now jesus christ is the husband of the Church, she is his wife, his spouse, his second self, she is called by his name:
av np1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 ord n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14727
We are thine (say the people of the Lord) the heathen are not so, We Are thine (say the people of the Lord) the heathen Are not so,
pns12 vbr po21 (vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1) dt j-jn vbr xx av,
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14728
nor are they called by thy name. nor Are they called by thy name.
ccx vbr pns32 vvn p-acp po21 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14729
So that the Saints in this respect, are infinitely more obliged to love him, then these that are without the pale,
So that the Saints in this respect, Are infinitely more obliged to love him, then these that Are without the pale,
av cst dt n2 p-acp d n1, vbr av-j av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, cs d cst vbr p-acp dt j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14730
because they have not such relation to him.
Because they have not such Relation to him.
c-acp pns32 vhb xx d n1 p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1930
Page 516
14731
3. Let the exceeding love of Christ to you, draw out your love to him again.
3. Let the exceeding love of christ to you, draw out your love to him again.
crd vvb dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, vvb av po22 n1 p-acp pno31 av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14732
Amor (they say) is C•s amoris. And so let his love be a whet to you.Amor (they say) is C•s amoris. And so let his love be a whet to you.
fw-la (pns32 vvb) vbz np1 fw-la. cc av vvb po31 n1 vbb dt vvb p-acp pn22.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14733
Consider he hath loved you, and therefore you have reason to love him again. This reason doth not hold on both sides:
Consider he hath loved you, and Therefore you have reason to love him again. This reason does not hold on both sides:
np1 pns31 vhz vvn pn22, cc av pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av. d n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14734
we cannot say that we have loved Christ, and therefore he hath cause to love us.
we cannot say that we have loved christ, and Therefore he hath cause to love us.
pns12 vmbx vvi cst pns12 vhb vvn np1, cc av pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14735
For we never loved him till he loved us first, the love began on his side.
For we never loved him till he loved us First, the love began on his side.
c-acp pns12 av-x vvd pno31 c-acp pns31 vvd pno12 ord, dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14736
But we may truly say, that Jesus Christ hath loved us; and therefore we have cause to love him.
But we may truly say, that jesus christ hath loved us; and Therefore we have cause to love him.
cc-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst np1 np1 vhz vvn pno12; cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14737
For he prevented us with mercy, and with loving kindness, as the Prophet speaks; and this should win our hearts to him.
For he prevented us with mercy, and with loving kindness, as the Prophet speaks; and this should win our hearts to him.
p-acp pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp n1, cc p-acp j-vvg n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz; cc d vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14738
We love him (saith the Apostle in the name of all the faithfull) 1 John 4.19.We love him (Says the Apostle in the name of all the faithful) 1 John 4.19.
pns12 vvb pno31 (vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j) crd np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14739
Why so? what is the cause of this love? you have it in the following words, because he loved us first.
Why so? what is the cause of this love? you have it in the following words, Because he loved us First.
uh-crq av? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1? pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt vvg n2, c-acp pns31 vvd pno12 ord.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14740
Our love is not the cause of his, but his love is the cause of ours.
Our love is not the cause of his, but his love is the cause of ours.
po12 n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f png31, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f png12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1931
Page 516
14741
4. Survey what Christ hath done for you, and see if it deserve not at the least a return of love from you.
4. Survey what christ hath done for you, and see if it deserve not At the least a return of love from you.
crd n1 q-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pn22, cc vvb cs pn31 vvb xx p-acp dt ds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22.
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14742
He hath made you (that is little: in comparison I mean) all things were created by him, Col. 1.16. but more then this, he hath redeemed you from sin, from death, from hell it self.
He hath made you (that is little: in comparison I mean) all things were created by him, Col. 1.16. but more then this, he hath redeemed you from since, from death, from hell it self.
pns31 vhz vvn pn22 (cst vbz j: p-acp n1 pns11 vvb) d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd. cc-acp dc cs d, pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pn31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14743
You had been utterly undone, and lost for ever, had it not been for Jesus Christ.
You had been utterly undone, and lost for ever, had it not been for jesus christ.
pn22 vhd vbn av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp av, vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp np1 np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14744
But he hath saved that which was lost.
But he hath saved that which was lost.
p-acp pns31 vhz vvn d r-crq vbds vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14745
He hath raised you from nothing to a Kingdom, from poverty to matchless riches, yea from death to life it self:
He hath raised you from nothing to a Kingdom, from poverty to matchless riches, yea from death to life it self:
pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp pix p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, uh p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14746
we were dead, but are alive; all this is Christs doing. We use to love them who have saved our lives:
we were dead, but Are alive; all this is Christ doing. We use to love them who have saved our lives:
pns12 vbdr j, cc-acp vbr j; d d vbz npg1 vdg. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq vhb vvn po12 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14747
and surely we have cause to love Christ ▪ for he hath saved our lives, and that not from a temporal but from eternal death:
and surely we have cause to love christ ▪ for he hath saved our lives, and that not from a temporal but from Eternal death:
cc av-j pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi np1 ▪ c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2, cc cst xx p-acp dt j cc-acp p-acp j n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14748
Not from the first alone, but from the second death, where the worm never dies, and the fire is never quenched:
Not from the First alone, but from the second death, where the worm never die, and the fire is never quenched:
xx p-acp dt ord j, cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 av-x vvz, cc dt n1 vbz av-x vvn:
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14749
And therefore he is called our life, that is, the cause and fountain of it, Col. 3.4. When Christ who is our life shall appear.
And Therefore he is called our life, that is, the cause and fountain of it, Col. 3.4. When christ who is our life shall appear.
cc av pns31 vbz vvn po12 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd. c-crq np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1 vmb vvi.
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 516
14750
So that we may truly call him in the Prophets words, the God of our life;
So that we may truly call him in the prophets words, the God of our life;
av cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt ng1 n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 517
14751
And therefore we have cause to make him the object of our love, and wholly to bestow our hearts upon him;
And Therefore we have cause to make him the Object of our love, and wholly to bestow our hearts upon him;
cc av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc av-jn pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 517
14752
to love him, by whom we live the life of grace, and look to live the life of glory.
to love him, by whom we live the life of grace, and look to live the life of glory.
pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1932
Page 517
14753
Is it so that God the Father dearly loveth Jesus Christ? The more it is to be admired and wondred at that he should use him as he did for our sakes:
Is it so that God the Father dearly loves jesus christ? The more it is to be admired and wondered At that he should use him as he did for our sakes:
vbz pn31 av cst np1 dt n1 av-jn vvz uh-np np1? dt av-dc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp po12 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14754
That he should be angry with him, that he should hide his face from him, and forsake him in a sence:
That he should be angry with him, that he should hide his face from him, and forsake him in a sense:
cst pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14755
that he should load him with such a burthen of his wrath, as made him weep and cry, and sweat and faint.
that he should load him with such a burden of his wrath, as made him weep and cry, and sweat and faint.
cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp vvn pno31 vvi cc vvi, cc vvi cc vvi.
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14756
Ah, my beloved, what an admirable thing is this? who can reach the utmost of it in his thoughts? had he not cared for Jesus Christ, had he born no affection to him, it had not been so strange, that God the Father should deal with him in this manner;
Ah, my Beloved, what an admirable thing is this? who can reach the utmost of it in his thoughts? had he not cared for jesus christ, had he born no affection to him, it had not been so strange, that God the Father should deal with him in this manner;
uh, po11 j-vvn, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d? q-crq vmb vvi dt j pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n2? vhd pns31 xx vvn p-acp np1 np1, vhd pns31 vvn dx n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vhd xx vbn av j, cst np1 dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14757
But that he should be so extreamly harsh to him in whom his very soul delights:
But that he should be so extremely harsh to him in whom his very soul delights:
cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vbi av av-jn j p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq po31 j n1 vvz:
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14758
that he should handle him so roughly whom he loves so dearly, whom he hath ever loved from all eternity, this is an admirable thing indeed.
that he should handle him so roughly whom he loves so dearly, whom he hath ever loved from all eternity, this is an admirable thing indeed.
cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 av av-j r-crq pns31 vvz av av-jn, r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn p-acp d n1, d vbz dt j n1 av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14759
And that you may the better see the wonder of it, the miracle of mercy that is in it, let us consider a little more particularly and distinctly,
And that you may the better see the wonder of it, the miracle of mercy that is in it, let us Consider a little more particularly and distinctly,
cc cst pn22 vmb dt av-jc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31, vvb pno12 vvi dt j av-dc av-j cc av-j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14760
how the Father used him, and for whose sake he used him so, who was so infinitely dear, &c. 1. Consider how the Father used him, who is so infinitely dear to him:
how the Father used him, and for whose sake he used him so, who was so infinitely dear, etc. 1. Consider how the Father used him, who is so infinitely dear to him:
c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, cc p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vvd pno31 av, r-crq vbds av av-j j-jn, av crd np1 c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, r-crq vbz av av-j j-jn p-acp pno31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1933
Page 517
14761
he gave him up into the hands of sinfull men, to deal with him as they pleased. he gave him up into the hands of sinful men, to deal with him as they pleased.
pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp pns32 vvd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14762
There take the darling of my bosome (saith the Father) revile him, mock him, beat him, spit upon him, scourge him, pierce him, nail him, stretch his limbs upon the Cross, crucifie him, kill him, shed his blood, take away his life from him;
There take the darling of my bosom (Says the Father) revile him, mock him, beatrice him, spit upon him, scourge him, pierce him, nail him, stretch his limbs upon the Cross, crucify him, kill him, shed his blood, take away his life from him;
pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f po11 n1 (vvz dt n1) vvb pno31, vvb pno31, vvd pno31, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb pno31, vvb pno31, vvb pno31, vvb po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvi pno31, vvb pno31, vvd po31 n1, vvb av po31 n1 p-acp pno31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14763
wreak all your malice on him to the utmost, and though he cry and roar, I will not save him, I will be far from helping him,
wreak all your malice on him to the utmost, and though he cry and roar, I will not save him, I will be Far from helping him,
vvb d po22 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j, cc cs pns31 vvb cc vvi, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31, pns11 vmb vbi av-j p-acp vvg pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14764
and from the words of his roaring, as the expression is, Psal. 22.1.
and from the words of his roaring, as the expression is, Psalm 22.1.
cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, c-acp dt n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14765
Though God doth love him infinitely, he left him in the hands of vile men, to use him at their own pleasure:
Though God does love him infinitely, he left him in the hands of vile men, to use him At their own pleasure:
cs np1 vdz vvi pno31 av-j, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po32 d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14766
and they used him bad enough, as you may see, if you survey the Gospel story.
and they used him bad enough, as you may see, if you survey the Gospel story.
cc pns32 vvd pno31 j av-d, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14767
Oh the indignities, reproaches, and contempts that sinfull wretches poured out upon the Lord of glory!
O the indignities, Reproaches, and contempts that sinful wretches poured out upon the Lord of glory!
uh dt n2, n2, cc n2 cst j n2 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1!
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14768
In which respect, the Prophet saith, he was despised and rejected, and men hid their faces from him, as if they were ashamed of him, Isa. 53.3. I am a reproach of men (saith holy David, as a type of Christ, Psal. 22.6.) and despised of the people:
In which respect, the Prophet Says, he was despised and rejected, and men hid their faces from him, as if they were ashamed of him, Isaiah 53.3. I am a reproach of men (Says holy David, as a type of christ, Psalm 22.6.) and despised of the people:
p-acp r-crq n1, dt n1 vvz, pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn, cc n2 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j pp-f pno31, np1 crd. pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f n2 (vvz j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.) cc j-vvn pp-f dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14769
all that see me laugh me to scorn. Oh the abasures that he suffered from persons viler then the earth they trod upon,all that see me laugh me to scorn. O the abasures that he suffered from Persons Viler then the earth they trod upon,
d cst vvb pno11 vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi. uh dt n2 cst pns31 vvd p-acp n2 jc cs dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp,
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14770
and God the Father who so dearly loved him stood by, and made as if he saw nothing.
and God the Father who so dearly loved him stood by, and made as if he saw nothing.
cc np1 dt n1 r-crq av av-jn vvd pno31 vvd p-acp, cc vvn c-acp cs pns31 vvd pix.
(61) part (DIV2)
1934
Page 517
14771
Nay more then so, he suffered much even from his Fathers own hands, q He made him sin, that is a sacrifice for sin,
Nay more then so, he suffered much even from his Father's own hands, q He made him since, that is a sacrifice for since,
uh av-dc cs av, pns31 vvd av-d av p-acp po31 n2 d n2, vvd pns31 vvd pno31 n1, cst vbz dt n1 p-acp n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 517
14772
and he made him a curse for us, that there was nothing visible upon him for a season but the severest and feircest wrath of a revenging Judge,
and he made him a curse for us, that there was nothing visible upon him for a season but the Severest and Fiercest wrath of a revenging Judge,
cc pns31 vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst a-acp vbds pix j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt js cc js n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 517
14773
as if he had been utterly accursed from his Father.
as if he had been utterly accursed from his Father.
c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 517
14774
He scourged him most bitterly, even till he blead and roared and sunk away under his hand.
He scourged him most bitterly, even till he blead and roared and sunk away under his hand.
pns31 vvd pno31 av-ds av-j, av c-acp pns31 vvb cc vvn cc vvn av p-acp po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 517
14775
Thus it pleased the Father to bruise him; He spared not his own Son, Rom. 8.22.Thus it pleased the Father to bruise him; He spared not his own Son, Rom. 8.22.
av pn31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 517
14776
Though he were his own Son, he laid on and did not spare him.
Though he were his own Son, he laid on and did not spare him.
cs pns31 vbdr po31 d n1, pns31 vvd a-acp cc vdd xx vvi pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 517
14777
He remitted not to Christ the least jot of those exquisite & unsufferable tortures, that were in justice due to our transgressions.
He remitted not to christ the least jot of those exquisite & unsufferable tortures, that were in Justice due to our transgressions.
pns31 vvn xx p-acp np1 dt ds n1 pp-f d j cc j n2, cst vbdr p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp po12 n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 518
14778
He drank off at his Fathers hands the cup of fury, he drank the very dreggs, and wrung them out.
He drank off At his Father's hands the cup of fury, he drank the very dregs, and wrung them out.
pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd dt j n2, cc vvd pno32 av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 518
14779
All this the Father did to Jesus Christ, and more then I am able to express,
All this the Father did to jesus christ, and more then I am able to express,
av-d d dt n1 vdd p-acp np1 np1, cc av-dc cs pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi,
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 518
14780
and yet he loved him infinitely all this while, and did from eternity, and therein lies the great wonder.
and yet he loved him infinitely all this while, and did from eternity, and therein lies the great wonder.
cc av pns31 vvd pno31 av-j d d n1, cc vdd p-acp n1, cc av vvz dt j n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1935
Page 518
14781
2. But secondly if we consider for whose sake the Father used him so who is infinitely dear to him, the wonder will be yet greater.
2. But secondly if we Consider for whose sake the Father used him so who is infinitely dear to him, the wonder will be yet greater.
crd p-acp ord cs pns12 vvb p-acp rg-crq n1 dt n1 vvd pno31 av r-crq vbz av-j j-jn p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vbi av jc.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14782
It had not been so admirable, had it been for friends, but it was for enemies.
It had not been so admirable, had it been for Friends, but it was for enemies.
pn31 vhd xx vbn av j, vhd pn31 vbn p-acp n2, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14783
This raises and commends the Love of God, saith the Apostle, Rom. 8.10.
This raises and commends the Love of God, Says the Apostle, Rom. 8.10.
np1 vvz cc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14784
that we being sinners, yea being enemies, he reconciled us to him by his Son. He used a means, by giving up his Son to shame, to make up all the breaches between us and him,that we being Sinners, yea being enemies, he reconciled us to him by his Son. He used a means, by giving up his Son to shame, to make up all the Breaches between us and him,
cst pns12 vbg n2, uh n1 n2, pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd dt n2, p-acp vvg a-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 p-acp pno12 cc pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14785
and herein lies the quintessence of this business, the sparkle in the jewel of the grace of God:
and herein lies the quintessence of this business, the sparkle in the jewel of the grace of God:
cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14786
That he should prefer the good, the glory, the salvation of his enemies who lived in open opposition,
That he should prefer the good, the glory, the salvation of his enemies who lived in open opposition,
cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 r-crq vvd p-acp j n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14787
and hostility against him, before the ease, refreshment, safety, life of his own Son, whom he so dearly loved from all eternity:
and hostility against him, before the ease, refreshment, safety, life of his own Son, whom he so dearly loved from all eternity:
cc n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, n1 pp-f po31 d n1, ro-crq pns31 av av-jn vvn p-acp d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14788
That he should rather choose that one whom he loved so exceedingly, should die, then they;
That he should rather choose that one whom he loved so exceedingly, should die, then they;
cst pns31 vmd av-c vvi d crd ro-crq pns31 vvd av av-vvg, vmd vvi, cs pns32;
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14789
should be made a curse, then they: should undergo the tortures and the pains of hell, then they:
should be made a curse, then they: should undergo the tortures and the pains of hell, then they:
vmd vbi vvn dt n1, cs pns32: vmd vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n1, cs pns32:
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14790
justice resolves they must be undergone either by his beloved Son, or his hatefull enemies. It must and will be satisfied either by the one or by the other.
Justice resolves they must be undergone either by his Beloved Son, or his hateful enemies. It must and will be satisfied either by the one or by the other.
n1 vvz pns32 vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, cc po31 j n2. pn31 vmb cc vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt crd cc p-acp dt n-jn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14791
Well then if it must be so, his dearest Son shall suffer, and his enemies go free;
Well then if it must be so, his dearest Son shall suffer, and his enemies go free;
uh-av av cs pn31 vmb vbi av, po31 js-jn n1 vmb vvi, cc po31 n2 vvb j;
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14793
rather then they shall be punished (saith the Father,) There go my poor harmless Lamb to slaughter in their stead;
rather then they shall be punished (Says the Father,) There go my poor harmless Lamb to slaughter in their stead;
av-c cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn (vvz dt n1,) pc-acp vvi po11 j j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14794
there go his blood and life and all: He shall bleed and bleed to death, that they may be healed and live.
there go his blood and life and all: He shall bleed and bleed to death, that they may be healed and live.
pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1 cc d: pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14795
Oh the narrow hearts of men! how far short do they fall of comprehending such a miracle of mercy!
O the narrow hearts of men! how Far short do they fallen of comprehending such a miracle of mercy!
uh dt j n2 pp-f n2! c-crq av-j j vdb pns32 vvi pp-f vvg d dt n1 pp-f n1!
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14796
Well may the Angels wonder at it, and desire to peep into it.
Well may the Angels wonder At it, and desire to peep into it.
n1 vmb dt n2 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14797
Yea, the blessed Lord himself, whether as wondring at or willing to make us wonder at this admirable business, hath called the nane of Christ Wonderfull.
Yea, the blessed Lord himself, whither as wondering At or willing to make us wonder At this admirable business, hath called the nane of christ Wonderful.
uh, dt j-vvn n1 px31, cs p-acp vvg p-acp cc vvg pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp d j n1, vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1936
Page 518
14798
Is it so that God the Father hath dearly loved Jesus Christ from all eternity? This then may serve for sweet and pretious consolation to all them that belong to Christ:
Is it so that God the Father hath dearly loved jesus christ from all eternity? This then may serve for sweet and precious consolation to all them that belong to christ:
vbz pn31 av cst np1 dt n1 vhz av-jn vvd np1 np1 p-acp d n1? np1 av vmb vvi p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp d pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14799
for they may be hence assured that God hath loved them from all eternity even as he did Christ.
for they may be hence assured that God hath loved them from all eternity even as he did christ.
c-acp pns32 vmb vbi av vvn cst np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 av c-acp pns31 vdd np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14800
For if you mark it well, our Saviour speaks here of the love the Father bare him as man and Mediator,
For if you mark it well, our Saviour speaks Here of the love the Father bore him as man and Mediator,
p-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, po12 n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1 dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14801
as the head of his Church;
as the head of his Church;
c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14802
and so he loved him not alone, but he loved his members in him, and he loved his members with him.
and so he loved him not alone, but he loved his members in him, and he loved his members with him.
cc av pns31 vvd pno31 xx j, cc-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14803
Indeed he loved him as Mediator in reference to those for whom he was to make peace:
Indeed he loved him as Mediator in Referente to those for whom he was to make peace:
av pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14804
and loved him as a head in reference to those who were to be members of his body:
and loved him as a head in Referente to those who were to be members of his body:
cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po31 n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14805
and as he had not been a Mediator and a head, but for the working of their salvation, whom God appointed thereunto ▪ so neither had he been beloved in that capacity,
and as he had not been a Mediator and a head, but for the working of their salvation, whom God appointed thereunto ▪ so neither had he been Beloved in that capacity,
cc c-acp pns31 vhd xx vbn dt n1 cc dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1, ro-crq np1 vvd av ▪ av d vhd pns31 vbn vvn p-acp d n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14806
and under that consideration, but upon the same account:
and under that consideration, but upon the same account:
cc p-acp d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14807
and consequently if he were beloved as man, and Mediator, and head of his Church from everlasting, his people and his members were beloved from everlasting too, without whom he was no head.
and consequently if he were Beloved as man, and Mediator, and head of his Church from everlasting, his people and his members were Beloved from everlasting too, without whom he was no head.
cc av-j cs pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j, po31 n1 cc po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j av, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds dx n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14808
They were designed to be members by the same decree by which he was designed to be head.
They were designed to be members by the same Decree by which he was designed to be head.
pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14809
And as they were elected in him, so they were beloved in him before the foundation of the world.
And as they were elected in him, so they were Beloved in him before the Foundation of the world.
cc c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1937
Page 518
14810
But you will ask me, Which way doth this yield you out such pretious comfort that you have been beloved of God from all eternity?
But you will ask me, Which Way does this yield you out such precious Comfort that you have been Beloved of God from all eternity?
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, r-crq n1 vdz d vvi pn22 av d j n1 cst pn22 vhb vbn vvn pp-f np1 p-acp d n1?
(61) part (DIV2)
1938
Page 519
14811
1. It is a comfort to consider that the great and glorious God of heaven and earth should think of such poor worms as we from everlasting, much more that he should set his love upon us.
1. It is a Comfort to Consider that the great and glorious God of heaven and earth should think of such poor worms as we from everlasting, much more that he should Set his love upon us.
crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pp-f d j n2 c-acp pns12 p-acp j, av-d av-dc cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14812
The world it may be looks upon us as not worth the speaking of, as not worth the thinking of, much less as worthy of the least respect:
The world it may be looks upon us as not worth the speaking of, as not worth the thinking of, much less as worthy of the least respect:
dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi n2 p-acp pno12 c-acp xx j dt n-vvg pp-f, c-acp xx j dt n-vvg pp-f, av-d av-dc p-acp j pp-f dt ds n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14813
And this it may be troubles and dejects us now and then.
And this it may be Troubles and dejects us now and then.
cc d pn31 vmb vbi n2 cc vvz pno12 av cc av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14814
But this may cheer us, and encourage us upon the other side, that God himself did think upon us,
But this may cheer us, and encourage us upon the other side, that God himself did think upon us,
p-acp d vmb vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst np1 px31 vdd vvi p-acp pno12,
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14815
yea, and dearly love us too from all eternity:
yea, and dearly love us too from all eternity:
uh, cc av-jn vvb pno12 av p-acp d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14816
when we had not a being in the world, (save only in the Counsel and Decree of God) he made more of us,
when we had not a being in the world, (save only in the Counsel and decree of God) he made more of us,
c-crq pns12 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1) pns31 vvd dc pp-f pno12,
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14817
then these men do now we have a gratious being.
then these men do now we have a gracious being.
cs d n2 vdb av pns12 vhb dt j vbg.
(61) part (DIV2)
1939
Page 519
14818
2. It is a comfort to consider, that God and we have been such old friends, that he hath loved us from all eternity.
2. It is a Comfort to Consider, that God and we have been such old Friends, that he hath loved us from all eternity.
crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 cc pns12 vhb vbn d j n2, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1940
Page 519
14819
For it is like the love will hold, that hath been of such standing.
For it is like the love will hold, that hath been of such standing.
p-acp pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 vmb vvi, cst vhz vbn pp-f d n-vvg.
(61) part (DIV2)
1940
Page 519
14820
We have a Proverb, Change not an old friend for a new, because the new is like to be more fickle.
We have a Proverb, Change not an old friend for a new, Because the new is like to be more fickle.
pns12 vhb dt n1, vvb xx dt j n1 p-acp dt j, c-acp dt j vbz av-j pc-acp vbi av-dc j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1940
Page 519
14821
God hath been an old friend, time out of mind: And therefore he is like to be the more constant.
God hath been an old friend, time out of mind: And Therefore he is like to be the more constant.
np1 vhz vbn dt j n1, n1 av pp-f n1: cc av pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1940
Page 519
14822
From everlasting he hath loved us, and therefore we may safely rest and rely on his love.
From everlasting he hath loved us, and Therefore we may safely rest and rely on his love.
p-acp j pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cc av pns12 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1940
Page 519
14823
3. If God have loved us from everlasting, then he hath loved us all along since that time.
3. If God have loved us from everlasting, then he hath loved us all along since that time.
crd cs np1 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp j, cs pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d p-acp a-acp d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1941
Page 519
14824
Before we had a being in the world, and since we had a being: before we had a gratious being, when we were dead in trespasses and sins:
Before we had a being in the world, and since we had a being: before we had a gracious being, when we were dead in Trespasses and Sins:
c-acp pns12 vhd dt vbg p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp pns12 vhd dt vbg: c-acp pns12 vhd dt j vbg, c-crq pns12 vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1941
Page 519
14825
And if he loved us then, assuredly he will not cease to love us now, notwithstanding all our unallowed imperfections and defects:
And if he loved us then, assuredly he will not cease to love us now, notwithstanding all our unallowed imperfections and defects:
cc cs pns31 vvd pno12 av, av-vvn pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 av, c-acp d po12 j-vvn n2 cc n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1941
Page 519
14826
He will continue and go on to love us still, till he have lodged us with himself in glory.
He will continue and go on to love us still, till he have lodged us with himself in glory.
pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 av, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1941
Page 519
14827
Oh how should this revive the hearts of those among the Saints, who are so apt to doubt the love of God,
O how should this revive the hearts of those among the Saints, who Are so apt to doubt the love of God,
uh q-crq vmd d vvi dt n2 pp-f d p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1942
Page 519
14828
because they sin so often, and so much against him!
Because they sin so often, and so much against him!
c-acp pns32 vvb av av, cc av av-d p-acp pno31!
(61) part (DIV2)
1942
Page 519
14829
Why man, God loved thee when thou didst sin against him more then now thou dost;
Why man, God loved thee when thou didst sin against him more then now thou dost;
q-crq n1, np1 vvd pno21 c-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp pno31 av-dc cs av pns21 vd2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1942
Page 519
14830
he loved thee when thou hatedst him; and therefore certainly he will not hate thee now thou lovest him.
he loved thee when thou hatedst him; and Therefore Certainly he will not hate thee now thou Lovest him.
pns31 vvd pno21 c-crq pns21 vvd2 pno31; cc av av-j pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 av pns21 vv2 pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1942
Page 519
14831
No, he that loved thee from the beginning, will love thee also to the end.
No, he that loved thee from the beginning, will love thee also to the end.
uh-dx, pns31 cst vvd pno21 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi pno21 av p-acp dt n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1942
Page 519
14832
He that loved thee from everlasting, will love thee to everlasting, and nothing in the world shall separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
He that loved thee from everlasting, will love thee to everlasting, and nothing in the world shall separate us from the love of God which is in christ jesus our Lord.
pns31 cst vvd pno21 p-acp j, vmb vvi pno21 p-acp j, cc pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1942
Page 519
14833
And thus we have at length dispatched the body of our Saviours prayer, and are arrived at the close or the conclusion of it:
And thus we have At length dispatched the body of our Saviors prayer, and Are arrived At the close or the conclusion of it:
cc av pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j cc dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14834
In which his drift and purpose is, to render his Disciples (for whom he hath petitioned all along before) very acceptable and very gratious to his Father,
In which his drift and purpose is, to render his Disciples (for whom he hath petitioned all along before) very acceptable and very gracious to his Father,
p-acp r-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 (p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn d p-acp a-acp) av j cc j j p-acp po31 n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14835
and so to leave them in his hands:
and so to leave them in his hands:
cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14836
And that upon this account, because they only had the true and saving and affective knowledge of him;
And that upon this account, Because they only had the true and Saving and affective knowledge of him;
cc cst p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 av-j vhd dt j cc vvg cc j n1 pp-f pno31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14837
They only were acquainted with him, when as all the world beside were strangers to him.
They only were acquainted with him, when as all the world beside were Strangers to him.
pns32 av-j vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq p-acp d dt n1 a-acp vbdr n2 p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14838
And it was reason he should rather do for them, then do for strangers.
And it was reason he should rather do for them, then do for Strangers.
cc pn31 vbds n1 pns31 vmd av-c vdi p-acp pno32, av vdb p-acp n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14839
Oh righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me, O righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me,
uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cc d vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11,
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14840
and I have declared unto them thy name. q. d. and I have declared unto them thy name. q. worser.
cc pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1. sy. sy.
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14841
And now to shut up all, and to come to a conclusion, I pray thee Father to consider this,
And now to shut up all, and to come to a conclusion, I pray thee Father to Consider this,
cc av pc-acp vvi a-acp d, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb pno21 n1 pc-acp vvi d,
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14842
for close of all, That the world for whom I have not said a word in all my prayer,
for close of all, That the world for whom I have not said a word in all my prayer,
c-acp j pp-f d, cst dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb xx vvn dt n1 p-acp d po11 n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 519
14843
nay for whom I have professed not to pray, (I pray for these, I pray not for the world) yet they (the world) are wholly ignorant of thee, and unacquainted with thee.
nay for whom I have professed not to pray, (I pray for these, I pray not for the world) yet they (the world) Are wholly ignorant of thee, and unacquainted with thee.
uh-x p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn xx pc-acp vvi, (pns11 vvb p-acp d, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1) av pns32 (dt n1) vbr av-jn j pp-f pno21, cc j p-acp pno21.
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14844
But I that have put up this prayer to thee, know thee very well, no one in the world better.
But I that have put up this prayer to thee, know thee very well, no one in the world better.
p-acp pns11 cst vhb vvn a-acp d n1 p-acp pno21, vvb pno21 av av, dx pi p-acp dt n1 av-jc.
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14845
And they for whom I have put up this prayer, know thee too by my means,
And they for whom I have put up this prayer, know thee too by my means,
cc pns32 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn a-acp d n1, vvb pno21 av p-acp po11 n2,
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14846
for I have manifested and declared thee to them. And therefore I am confident, that thou wilt hear and answer me in their behalf:
for I have manifested and declared thee to them. And Therefore I am confident, that thou wilt hear and answer me in their behalf:
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn cc vvd pno21 p-acp pno32. cc av pns11 vbm j, cst pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvb pno11 p-acp po32 n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14847
None know thee in the world but I and they: I that pray, and they for whom I pray.
None know thee in the world but I and they: I that pray, and they for whom I pray.
np1 vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 cc-acp pns11 cc pns32: pns11 cst vvb, cc pns32 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb.
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14848
Remember that, and I have done:
remember that, and I have done:
np1 cst, cc pns11 vhb vdn:
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14849
I say no more, but even leave thee to consider whether thou wilt hear and answer me for them,
I say no more, but even leave thee to Consider whither thou wilt hear and answer me for them,
pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc, cc-acp av vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi cs pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvb pno11 p-acp pno32,
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14850
or no, Oh righteous, &c. the world, &c. In this conclusion of our Saviours prayer, I shall consider but these two things:
or no, O righteous, etc. the world, etc. In this conclusion of our Saviors prayer, I shall Consider but these two things:
cc uh-dx, uh j, av dt n1, av p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d crd n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1943
Page 520
14851
To whom he speaks, and What he speaks, for close of all.
To whom he speaks, and What he speaks, for close of all.
p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc q-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp j pp-f d.
(61) part (DIV2)
1944
Page 520
14852
First, to whom he speaks, and that you see my brethren, is to God, whom he stileth righteous Father. Secondly, what he speaks in the remainder of the two verses, which may be very well divided, by the subjects of his speech, the persons that he speaks of, viz. the world, himself,
First, to whom he speaks, and that you see my brothers, is to God, whom he styleth righteous Father. Secondly, what he speaks in the remainder of the two Verses, which may be very well divided, by the subject's of his speech, the Persons that he speaks of, viz. the world, himself,
ord, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, vbz p-acp np1, ro-crq pns31 vvz j n1. ord, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, r-crq vmb vbi av av vvn, p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 cst pns31 vvz pp-f, n1 dt n1, px31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1944
Page 520
14853
and true believers, as we shall see at large hereafter.
and true believers, as we shall see At large hereafter.
cc j n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1944
Page 520
14854
Begin we with the person that he speaks to, and him he mentions by his title and his attribute.
Begin we with the person that he speaks to, and him he mentions by his title and his attribute.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp, cc pno31 pns31 n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1945
Page 520
14855
His title here you see is Father, his attribute is righteous, righteous Father.
His title Here you see is Father, his attribute is righteous, righteous Father.
po31 n1 av pn22 vvb vbz n1, po31 n1 vbz j, j n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1945
Page 520
14856
As for the first of these my brethren, I have shewed you more then once, that Father in this prayer of our Saviour is not personally taken for the first person of the Godhead:
As for the First of these my brothers, I have showed you more then once, that Father in this prayer of our Saviour is not personally taken for the First person of the Godhead:
p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d po11 n2, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-dc cs a-acp, cst n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14857
For the first person of the Godhead (though it be the Father of our Saviour Christ as God,
For the First person of the Godhead (though it be the Father of our Saviour christ as God,
c-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 p-acp np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14916
The Judge of whom our Saviour Christ makes mention, Luk. 18.2. did the poor widdow justice;
The Judge of whom our Saviour christ makes mention, Luk. 18.2. did the poor widow Justice;
dt n1 pp-f r-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz n1, np1 crd. vdd dt j n1 n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14858
yet) it is not so properly the Father of our Saviour Christ as man. And our Saviour Christ speaks as man in this place.
yet) it is not so properly the Father of our Saviour christ as man. And our Saviour christ speaks as man in this place.
av) pn31 vbz xx av av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 p-acp n1. cc po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14859
And therefore Father here is essentially taken for the whole Godhead subsisting in the three persons.
And Therefore Father Here is essentially taken for the Whole Godhead subsisting in the three Persons.
cc av n1 av vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt crd n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14860
And even as we, by Father, mean the Godhead when we pray our Father which art in heaven:
And even as we, by Father, mean the Godhead when we pray our Father which art in heaven:
cc av c-acp pns12, p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14861
So doth our Saviour Christ too.
So does our Saviour christ too.
av vdz po12 n1 np1 av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14862
As man he is in this respect like us, as the Apostle tells us, he is in all things like unto us, sin only excepted.
As man he is in this respect like us, as the Apostle tells us, he is in all things like unto us, sin only excepted.
p-acp n1 pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 vvb pno12, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vbz p-acp d n2 av-j p-acp pno12, vvb av-j vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1946
Page 520
14863
Now the attribute he gives the Godhead, which he denotes by Father here, is righteous, Righteous Father. But wherefore doth he mention this, rather then any attribute of God, on this occasion? Why might he not have said as well Almighty,
Now the attribute he gives the Godhead, which he denotes by Father Here, is righteous, Righteous Father. But Wherefore does he mention this, rather then any attribute of God, on this occasion? Why might he not have said as well Almighty,
av dt n1 pns31 vvz dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av, vbz j, j n1. cc-acp q-crq vdz pns31 vvi d, av-c cs d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1? q-crq vmd pns31 xx vhi vvn a-acp av j-jn,
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14864
or Eternal, or Mercifull, or Gratious Father? The special reason why he chooses this expression (as far as I conceive) cannot be cleerly and undoubtedly resolved.
or Eternal, or Merciful, or Gracious Father? The special reason why he chooses this expression (as Far as I conceive) cannot be clearly and undoubtedly resolved.
cc j, cc j, cc j n1? dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d n1 (c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb) vmbx vbi av-j cc av-j vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14865
Judicious Calvin thinks he doth it in opposition to the unrighteousness of men:
Judicious calvin thinks he does it in opposition to the unrighteousness of men:
j np1 vvz pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14866
So to comfort true believers, that however they were like to meet with nothing but injustice and unrighteousness in the world,
So to Comfort true believers, that however they were like to meet with nothing but injustice and unrighteousness in the world,
av pc-acp vvi j n2, cst c-acp pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14867
yet he was now committing them into the hands and keeping of a righteous God. Others guess at other reasons.
yet he was now committing them into the hands and keeping of a righteous God. Others guess At other Reasons.
av pns31 vbds av vvg pno32 p-acp dt n2 cc n-vvg pp-f dt j np1. ng2-jn vvb p-acp j-jn n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14868
Once, this is clear and manifest, that he picks out this attribute of God among the rest,
Once, this is clear and manifest, that he picks out this attribute of God among the rest,
a-acp, d vbz j cc j, cst pns31 vvz av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14869
and whereas many others lay before him, he fixes upon this only:
and whereas many Others lay before him, he fixes upon this only:
cc cs d n2-jn vvb p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz p-acp d av-j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14870
He comes to God in prayer, by the name of righteous Father: The thing is evident,
He comes to God in prayer, by the name of righteous Father: The thing is evident,
pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: dt n1 vbz j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14871
though the particular Consideration that induced him to it be unknown. So that the Points to be observed here, are two.
though the particular Consideration that induced him to it be unknown. So that the Points to be observed Here, Are two.
cs dt j n1 cst vvd pno31 p-acp pn31 vbb j. av cst dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av, vbr crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1947
Page 520
14872
First God is a just and righteous God in himself and in all his dispensations.
First God is a just and righteous God in himself and in all his dispensations.
ord n1 vbz dt j cc j np1 p-acp px31 cc p-acp d po31 n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1948
Page 520
14873
Secondly, That Jesus Christ came to him as a righteous God, when he was pouring out his prayers to him,
Secondly, That jesus christ Come to him as a righteous God, when he was pouring out his Prayers to him,
ord, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg av po31 n2 p-acp pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1949
Page 521
14874
or making his Petition to him. DOCTRINE. God is a very just and righteous God.
or making his Petition to him. DOCTRINE. God is a very just and righteous God.
cc vvg po31 vvi p-acp pno31. n1. np1 vbz dt av j cc j np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1949
Page 521
14875
None knew him better then our Saviour, and he calls him Righteous Father: So doth the Holy Ghost in Scripture very often.
None knew him better then our Saviour, and he calls him Righteous Father: So does the Holy Ghost in Scripture very often.
np1 vvd pno31 jc cs po12 n1, cc pns31 vvz pno31 j n1: av vdz dt j n1 p-acp n1 av av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14876
The Prophet David stileth him The Righteous God, Psal. 7.9 And Jeremiah, The Lord that judgeth righteously, Jer. 11.10. Indeed he doth not judge after the sight of his eyes, nor reprove after the hearing of his ears;
The Prophet David styleth him The Righteous God, Psalm 7.9 And Jeremiah, The Lord that Judgeth righteously, Jer. 11.10. Indeed he does not judge After the sighed of his eyes, nor reprove After the hearing of his ears;
dt n1 np1 vvz pno31 dt j np1, np1 crd cc np1, dt n1 cst vvz av-j, np1 crd. av pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, ccx vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14877
that is, he is not deceived with the external shew of things, with which the eyes of men are often taken.
that is, he is not deceived with the external show of things, with which the eyes of men Are often taken.
d vbz, pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr av vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14878
He is not misled and carried with reports to deal unjustly in the least degree:
He is not misled and carried with reports to deal unjustly in the least degree:
pns31 vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt ds n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14879
No, with righteousness he doth judge the poor, (who many times are over-born in lower Courts, by those that are too strong and mighty for them) and reprove with equity for the meek of the earth:
No, with righteousness he does judge the poor, (who many times Are overborne in lower Courts, by those that Are too strong and mighty for them) and reprove with equity for the meek of the earth:
uh-dx, p-acp n1 pns31 vdz vvi dt j, (r-crq d n2 vbr j p-acp jc n2, p-acp d cst vbr av j cc j p-acp pno32) cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14880
Though they be meek, though they be not clamorous and troublesome, and though they do not wring out justice from him (as the poor widdow in the Gospel did from the unrighteous Judge, by unweariedness, earnestness,
Though they be meek, though they be not clamorous and troublesome, and though they do not wring out Justice from him (as the poor widow in the Gospel did from the unrighteous Judge, by unweariedness, earnestness,
c-acp pns32 vbb j, cs pns32 vbb xx j cc j, cc cs pns32 vdb xx vvi av n1 p-acp pno31 (c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1, n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14881
and tyring importunity) yet they shall have it easily and readily, he will dispense it to them freely of his own accord.
and tiring importunity) yet they shall have it Easily and readily, he will dispense it to them freely of his own accord.
cc j-vvg n1) av pns32 vmb vhi pn31 av-j cc av-j, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 av-j pp-f po31 d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14882
And this is that which holy David so applauds him for, and he will have it spoken to his praise among the Heathen, Psal. 96.10. Say among the Heathen, The Lord reigneth and he shall judge the people righteously.
And this is that which holy David so applauds him for, and he will have it spoken to his praise among the Heathen, Psalm 96.10. Say among the Heathen, The Lord Reigneth and he shall judge the people righteously.
cc d vbz d r-crq j np1 av vvz pno31 p-acp, cc pns31 vmb vhi pn31 vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 vvz cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 av-j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14883
Let the Heavens rejoyce, and let the Earth be glad before the Lord, for he cometh,
Let the Heavens rejoice, and let the Earth be glad before the Lord, for he comes,
vvb dt n2 vvb, cc vvb dt n1 vbb j p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz,
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14884
for he cometh to judge the Earth. He shall judge the world with Righteousness, and his people with his Truth. for he comes to judge the Earth. He shall judge the world with Righteousness, and his people with his Truth.
c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14885
So that you see the point is clear; That God is a very just and righteous God.
So that you see the point is clear; That God is a very just and righteous God.
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz j; cst np1 vbz dt av j cc j np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14886
And you will be the better satisfied in it; if you consider but these three things.
And you will be the better satisfied in it; if you Consider but these three things.
cc pn22 vmb vbi dt av-jc vvn p-acp pn31; cs pn22 vvb p-acp d crd n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1950
Page 521
14887
First the largeness of his Jurisdiction and Dominion:
First the largeness of his Jurisdiction and Dominion:
ord dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14888
His Government is universal and extends to all the world, and therefore he must needs be righteous.
His Government is universal and extends to all the world, and Therefore he must needs be righteous.
png31 n1 vbz j cc vvz p-acp d dt n1, cc av pns31 vmb av vbi j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14889
He is the judge of all the earth:
He is the judge of all the earth:
pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14890
And what (said Abraham) Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? Gen. 18.25. The Supream and Soveraign Judge before whose dread Tribunal all the World must stand, and at whose Bar they must be tryed for that which most concerns them too, their precious souls;
And what (said Abraham) Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? Gen. 18.25. The Supreme and Sovereign Judge before whose dread Tribunal all the World must stand, and At whose Bar they must be tried for that which most concerns them too, their precious Souls;
cc r-crq (vvd np1) vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vdb vvi? np1 crd. dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp rg-crq j n1 d dt n1 vmb vvi, cc p-acp rg-crq n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq av-ds vvz pno32 av, po32 j n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14891
from whose determination no man can appeal with any hope of being righted in a higher Court, seeing there is none above it.
from whose determination no man can appeal with any hope of being righted in a higher Court, seeing there is none above it.
p-acp rg-crq n1 dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, vvg a-acp vbz pix p-acp pn31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14892
Is God unrighteous? I say as the Apostle, Rom. 3.5.Is God unrighteous? I say as the Apostle, Rom. 3.5.
vbz np1 j? pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14893
How then shall he judge the world? Indeed inferiour Governours may be unrighteous and corrupt,How then shall he judge the world? Indeed inferior Governors may be unrighteous and corrupt,
c-crq av vmb pns31 vvi dt n1? av j-jn n2 vmb vbi j cc j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14894
and yet this universal frame continue and subsist, because they are perpetually subject to the Soveraign Judge, who standeth in the Congregation of the Mighty,
and yet this universal frame continue and subsist, Because they Are perpetually Subject to the Sovereign Judge, who Stands in the Congregation of the Mighty,
cc av d j n1 vvi cc vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14895
and is a Judge among the Gods, as David speaks, Psal. 82.1.and is a Judge among the God's, as David speaks, Psalm 82.1.
cc vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14896
But if the universal Judge should be unjust, whom none can over-top nor call to an account, what could be lookt for but confusion?
But if the universal Judge should be unjust, whom none can overtop nor call to an account, what could be looked for but confusion?
p-acp cs dt j n1 vmd vbi j, ro-crq pix vmb n1 ccx vvi p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1?
(61) part (DIV2)
1951
Page 521
14897
Another ground of the righteousness of God, is the immensity and infiniteness of his presence.
another ground of the righteousness of God, is the immensity and infiniteness of his presence.
j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 521
14898
As he is Governour and Judge of all the world, so he is in all the world.
As he is Governor and Judge of all the world, so he is in all the world.
p-acp pns31 vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1, av pns31 vbz p-acp d dt n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 521
14899
The largeness of his presence is answerable to the largeness of his Jurisdiction and Dominion, and this contributes very much to the uprightness and the justice of his Government.
The largeness of his presence is answerable to the largeness of his Jurisdiction and Dominion, and this contributes very much to the uprightness and the Justice of his Government.
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, cc d vvz av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14900
Inferiour Magistrates, although perhaps they have no mind to be unjust, yet they are often times misled by sinister information.
Inferior Magistrates, although perhaps they have no mind to be unjust, yet they Are often times misled by sinister information.
j-jn n2, cs av pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j, av pns32 vbr av n2 vvn p-acp j n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14901
They are not present everywhere, they see not every thing themselves, and therefore are necessitated to proceed secundum allegata & probata. And many times it comes to pass, that things which are untrue are testified and proved before them,
They Are not present everywhere, they see not every thing themselves, and Therefore Are necessitated to proceed secundum allegata & Approved. And many times it comes to pass, that things which Are untrue Are testified and proved before them,
pns32 vbr xx j av, pns32 vvb xx d n1 px32, cc av vbr vvn pc-acp vvi fw-la fw-la cc fw-la. cc d n2 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst n2 r-crq vbr j vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32,
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14902
and so they do injustum, though not injustè, by means of which the Innocent is injured and oppressed;
and so they do injustum, though not injustè, by means of which the Innocent is injured and oppressed;
cc av pns32 vdb fw-la, c-acp xx fw-fr, p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq dt j-jn vbz vvn cc vvn;
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14903
See an example of it in Mephibosheth, who by the false suggestions of his wicked servant Ziba, was outed of his goods and his possessions, 2 Sam. 16.4.
See an Exampl of it in Mephibosheth, who by the false suggestions of his wicked servant Ziba, was outed of his goods and his possessions, 2 Sam. 16.4.
vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 j n1 np1, vbds vvn pp-f po31 n2-j cc po31 n2, crd np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14904
Had David known that good Mephibosheth had still remained loyal to him, had he not been abused by a forged information,
Had David known that good Mephibosheth had still remained loyal to him, had he not been abused by a forged information,
vhd np1 vvn cst j np1 vhd av vvn j p-acp pno31, vhd pns31 xx vbn vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14905
how far would he have been from doing such apparent wrong as he did in that sentence? But he relyed on Testimony for the truth of that which by reason of remoteness could not fall within the compass of his own notice,
how Far would he have been from doing such apparent wrong as he did in that sentence? But he relied on Testimony for the truth of that which by reason of remoteness could not fallen within the compass of his own notice,
c-crq av-j vmd pns31 vhi vbn p-acp vdg d j n-jn c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp d n1? p-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14906
and so was led into that gross mistake which you have heard.
and so was led into that gross mistake which you have herd.
cc av vbds vvn p-acp d j n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14907
Now there can no such Errors happen in the Government of God, because himself is present every where,
Now there can no such Errors happen in the Government of God, Because himself is present every where,
av a-acp vmb dx d n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp px31 vbz j d q-crq,
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14908
and therefore cannot be misguided by finister information. He taketh nothing upon trust, upon suggestion, as all our Governours on earth do.
and Therefore cannot be misguided by finister information. He Takes nothing upon trust, upon suggestion, as all our Governors on earth do.
cc av vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j n1. pns31 vvz pix p-acp n1, p-acp n1, c-acp d po12 n2 p-acp n1 vdb.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14909
No, my beloved, he sees all with his own eyes, he hears all with his own ears:
No, my Beloved, he sees all with his own eyes, he hears all with his own ears:
uh-dx, po11 j-vvn, pns31 vvz d p-acp po31 d n2, pns31 vvz d p-acp po31 d n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14910
nothing is said or done but in his presence. His eyes in every place behold the evil and the good, saith Solomon, Prov. 15.3. whether it be good or evil, whether it be near or far off, it is within his own veiw, his eyes behold it, he need not to depend upon a witness for the proof of it:
nothing is said or done but in his presence. His eyes in every place behold the evil and the good, Says Solomon, Curae 15.3. whither it be good or evil, whither it be near or Far off, it is within his own view, his eyes behold it, he need not to depend upon a witness for the proof of it:
pix vbz vvn cc vdn p-acp p-acp po31 n1. po31 n2 p-acp d n1 vvi dt j-jn cc dt j, vvz np1, np1 crd. cs pn31 vbb j cc j-jn, cs pn31 vbb j cc av-j a-acp, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 d vvb, po31 n2 vvi pn31, pns31 vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14911
So that in this respect he is not subject to such injustice in his government as other Kings and Rulers are.
So that in this respect he is not Subject to such injustice in his government as other Kings and Rulers Are.
av cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz xx j-jn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr.
(61) part (DIV2)
1952
Page 522
14912
Thirdly, God must needs be righteous in his Administrations, because he is inclined to it by his inward Disposition:
Thirdly, God must needs be righteous in his Administrations, Because he is inclined to it by his inward Disposition:
ord, np1 vmb av vbi j p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 j n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14913
he hath a self propensity to righteous dealing; The righteous Lord loveth righteousness, Psal. 11.7. his very heart is set upon it;
he hath a self propensity to righteous dealing; The righteous Lord loves righteousness, Psalm 11.7. his very heart is Set upon it;
pns31 vhz dt n1 n1 p-acp j n-vvg; dt j n1 vvz n1, np1 crd. po31 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14914
as he acteth without, so he affecteth it within. There are many in the world that do justice, who yet do not love justice:
as he Acts without, so he affects it within. There Are many in the world that do Justice, who yet do not love Justice:
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp, av pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp. pc-acp vbr d p-acp dt n1 cst vdb n1, r-crq av vdb xx vvi n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14915
They execute it out of Politick respects and reasons only, or out of affectation of applause with men, not out of inward inclination and affection.
They execute it out of Politic respects and Reasons only, or out of affectation of applause with men, not out of inward inclination and affection.
pns32 vvb pn31 av pp-f j n2 cc n2 av-j, cc av pp-f n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, xx av pp-f j n1 cc n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14917
and yet he calls him an unjust Judge, because he did not execute it out of love to justice, but himself;
and yet he calls him an unjust Judge, Because he did not execute it out of love to Justice, but himself;
cc av pns31 vvz pno31 dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp px31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14918
To wit, that he might quit himself, and rid his hands of the unwearied importunities of such a sutor as would not give him rest till he had done it:
To wit, that he might quit himself, and rid his hands of the unwearied importunities of such a suitor as would not give him rest till he had done it:
p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31, cc vvd po31 n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vmd xx vvi pno31 n1 c-acp pns31 vhd vdn pn31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14919
Because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her; not because her cause is just: His aim was not to do her right, but obtain his own quiet. But herein God excells;Because this widow Troubles me, I will avenge her; not Because her cause is just: His aim was not to do her right, but obtain his own quiet. But herein God excels;
c-acp d n1 vvz pno11, pns11 vmb vvi pno31; xx c-acp po31 n1 vbz j: png31 n1 vbds xx pc-acp vdi pno31 n-jn, cc-acp vvi po31 d j-jn. p-acp av np1 vvz;
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14920
he doth justice, and that because he loves justice: He doth not execute it by compulsion and constraint, or out of by-sinister ends:
he does Justice, and that Because he loves Justice: He does not execute it by compulsion and constraint, or out of by-sinister ends:
pns31 vdz n1, cc d c-acp pns31 vvz n1: pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av pp-f j n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14921
but out of the affection that he bears it, and the dear regard he hath to it.
but out of the affection that he bears it, and the dear regard he hath to it.
cc-acp av pp-f dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pn31, cc dt j-jn n1 pns31 vhz p-acp pn31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14922
And this is that which he professeth of himself, Isai. 16.8. I the Lord love judgement.
And this is that which he Professes of himself, Isaiah 16.8. I the Lord love judgement.
cc d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31, np1 crd. sy dt n1 vvb n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1953
Page 522
14923
Is God a very just and righteous God? This then may serve to quiet us,
Is God a very just and righteous God? This then may serve to quiet us,
vbz np1 dt j j cc j np1? np1 av vmb vvi p-acp j-jn pno12,
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14924
and calm our troublous and tumultuous thoughts about the great disorders and confusions that we discover in the world.
and Cam our troublous and tumultuous thoughts about the great disorders and confusions that we discover in the world.
cc vvb po12 j cc j n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14925
It may preserve us from repining against God, and charging him foolishly.
It may preserve us from repining against God, and charging him foolishly.
pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg pno31 av-j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14926
What though the wicked prosper in the world, what though their eyes stand out with fatness,
What though the wicked prosper in the world, what though their eyes stand out with fatness,
q-crq cs dt j vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq cs po32 n2 vvb av p-acp n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14927
while the people of the Lord are troubled, and afflicted, and distressed! Will you presume to question Gods Justice!
while the people of the Lord Are troubled, and afflicted, and distressed! Will you presume to question God's justice!
cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn, cc vvn, cc j-vvn! n1 pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi npg1 n1!
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14928
Rather conclude the Lord is righteous;
Rather conclude the Lord is righteous;
av-c vvi dt n1 vbz j;
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14929
and where you cannot fathom his proceedings, cry out with the Apostle Paul, O the depth and the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgements,
and where you cannot fathom his proceedings, cry out with the Apostle Paul, Oh the depth and the riches both of the Wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable Are his Judgments,
cc c-crq pn22 vmbx vvb po31 n2-vvg, vvb av p-acp dt n1 np1, uh dt n1 cc dt n2 d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq j vbr po31 n2,
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14930
and his ways past finding out? Let Davids error be your caution:and his ways passed finding out? Let Davids error be your caution:
cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av? vvb np1 n1 vbi po22 n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14931
I was envious at the foolish when I saw the prosperous state of wicked men, Psal. 73.3. They are not in trouble, neither are they plagued like other men. I was envious At the foolish when I saw the prosperous state of wicked men, Psalm 73.3. They Are not in trouble, neither Are they plagued like other men.
pns11 vbds j p-acp dt j c-crq pns11 vvd dt j n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd. pns32 vbr xx p-acp n1, av-dx vbr pns32 vvn av-j j-jn n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14932
But as for me, I have washt my hands in vain: for all the day long I have been plagued and chastned every morning. But as for me, I have washed my hands in vain: for all the day long I have been plagued and chastened every morning.
cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno11, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp j: c-acp d dt n1 av-j pns11 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14933
It was no fair and equal dealing as it seemed to him; he knew not what to make of these proceedings.
It was no fair and equal dealing as it seemed to him; he knew not what to make of these proceedings.
pn31 vbds dx j cc j-jn n-vvg p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp pno31; pns31 vvd xx r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2-vvg.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14934
And where was Jeremiah, when reasoning with him of his judgements, as he calls it, Jer. 12.1. he thus expostulateth the case;
And where was Jeremiah, when reasoning with him of his Judgments, as he calls it, Jer. 12.1. he thus expostulateth the case;
cc q-crq vbds np1, c-crq vvg p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, np1 crd. pns31 av vvz dt n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14935
Wherefore doth the way of the wicked prosper? wherefore are all they happy that deal very treacherously? He could conceive no reason for it,Wherefore does the Way of the wicked prosper? Wherefore Are all they happy that deal very treacherously? He could conceive no reason for it,
c-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f dt j vvi? q-crq vbr d pns32 j cst vvb av av-j? pns31 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp pn31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14936
and therefore takes upon him to call the Lord to coram, how he could warrant his proceedings.
and Therefore Takes upon him to call the Lord to coram, how he could warrant his proceedings.
cc av vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp fw-la, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2-vvg.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14958
yea, the less able you are to relieve and help your selves, the more he loves to do you justice:
yea, the less able you Are to relieve and help your selves, the more he loves to do you Justice:
uh, dt av-dc j pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n2, dt av-dc pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi pn22 n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14937
If such blasphemous thoughts assault us, my Beloved, let us remember that of Austin, The judgements of the Lord are aliquando aperta, aliquando ecculta, semper justa:
If such blasphemous thoughts assault us, my beloved, let us Remember that of Austin, The Judgments of the Lord Are aliquando Aperta, aliquando ecculta, semper Justa:
cs d j n2 vvi pno12, po11 j-vvn, vvb pno12 vvi d pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la:
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14938
sometimes secret, sometimes open, always just:
sometime secret, sometime open, always just:
av j-jn, av j, av j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14939
yea just when they are secret, when with the Prophet Jeremiah we cannot see the reason of his judgements:
yea just when they Are secret, when with the Prophet Jeremiah we cannot see the reason of his Judgments:
uh av c-crq pns32 vbr j-jn, c-crq p-acp dt n1 np1 pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14940
And let us have it always in our thoughts, that the time is drawing on,
And let us have it always in our thoughts, that the time is drawing on,
cc vvb pno12 vhi pn31 av p-acp po12 n2, cst dt n1 vbz vvg a-acp,
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14941
when the justice of the Lord (which in this present life is cover'd and obscur'd) shall be revealed and made bare-fac't to the world, to wit, at the great day of retribution, which is therefore called in Scripture, The day of Revelation of the just judgement of God:
when the Justice of the Lord (which in this present life is covered and obscured) shall be revealed and made barefaced to the world, to wit, At the great day of retribution, which is Therefore called in Scripture, The day of Revelation of the just judgement of God:
c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq p-acp d j n1 vbz vvn cc vvn) vmb vbi vvn cc vvd j p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14942
which here is hid in the prosperity of the wicked, and the pressures of the righteous.
which Here is hid in the Prosperity of the wicked, and the pressures of the righteous.
r-crq av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1954
Page 523
14943
Is God a very just and righteous God? Then let it comfort and encourage those who are abused and injured,
Is God a very just and righteous God? Then let it Comfort and encourage those who Are abused and injured,
vbz np1 dt j j cc j np1? av vvb pn31 n1 cc vvi d r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn,
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14944
and opprest by them who are too strong and mighty for them, so that they know not which way in the world to help themselves against them.
and oppressed by them who Are too strong and mighty for them, so that they know not which Way in the world to help themselves against them.
cc vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr av j cc j p-acp pno32, av cst pns32 vvb xx r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno32.
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14945
Consider with your selves, you who are in this condition, though others do you wrong,
Consider with your selves, you who Are in this condition, though Others do you wrong,
np1 p-acp po22 n2, pn22 r-crq vbr p-acp d n1, cs n2-jn vdb pn22 n-jn,
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14946
yet God will surely do you right, and he will do it readily, for he takes delight in it;
yet God will surely do you right, and he will do it readily, for he Takes delight in it;
av np1 vmb av-j vdb pn22 n-jn, cc pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-j, c-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pn31;
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14947
He hath prepared his Throne for judgement, and he shall judge the world in righteousness, saith David, Psal. 9.8.He hath prepared his Throne for judgement, and he shall judge the world in righteousness, Says David, Psalm 9.8.
pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz np1, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14948
And what doth he infer upon it? He will be a refuge to the oppressed.
And what does he infer upon it? He will be a refuge to the oppressed.
cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14949
And therefore let all those that are oppressed fly to this refuge, and let the righteousness of God support them,
And Therefore let all those that Are oppressed fly to this refuge, and let the righteousness of God support them,
cc av vvb d d cst vbr vvn vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi pno32,
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14950
and uphold them, against the wicked and unrighteous dealing that they find from men. He loveth righteousness, and therefore he will surely do you right;
and uphold them, against the wicked and unrighteous dealing that they find from men. He loves righteousness, and Therefore he will surely do you right;
cc vvi pno32, p-acp dt j cc j-u n-vvg cst pns32 vvb p-acp n2. pns31 vvz n1, cc av pns31 vmb av-j vdb pn22 n-jn;
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14951
he hateth iniquity, and therefore he will surely punish them that do you wrong:
he hates iniquity, and Therefore he will surely Punish them that do you wrong:
pns31 vvz n1, cc av pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno32 cst vdb pn22 n-jn:
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14952
And therefore go and cry to him, tell him how you are used by those that over-power you in the world,
And Therefore go and cry to him, tell him how you Are used by those that overpower you in the world,
cc av vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d cst vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14953
and that you have no friends nor means to help your selves, and so beseech him earnestly to shew himself, and to appear for you:
and that you have no Friends nor means to help your selves, and so beseech him earnestly to show himself, and to appear for you:
cc cst pn22 vhb dx n2 ccx n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, cc av vvb pno31 av-j pc-acp vvi px31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22:
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14954
say as Hezekiah did, Isa. 38.14. O Lord I am opprest, undertake for me;
say as Hezekiah did, Isaiah 38.14. Oh Lord I am oppressed, undertake for me;
vvb a-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd. uh n1 pns11 vbm vvn, vvb p-acp pno11;
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 523
14955
and be confident of this, that you cannot easily put any business into the hands of God, that he takes more delight to do;
and be confident of this, that you cannot Easily put any business into the hands of God, that he Takes more delight to do;
cc vbi j pp-f d, cst pn22 vmbx av-j vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvz dc n1 pc-acp vdi;
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14956
O it is a thing that pleaseth him exceedingly, he loves it dearly to do them right that suffer wrong,
Oh it is a thing that Pleases him exceedingly, he loves it dearly to doe them right that suffer wrong,
uh pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno31 av-vvg, pns31 vvz pn31 av-jn p-acp n1 pno32 n-jn cst vvb n-jn,
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14957
and to avenge the wrong they suffer, upon those that do it. He loveth righteousness, and hateth iniquity:
and to avenge the wrong they suffer, upon those that do it. He loves righteousness, and hates iniquity:
cc pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pns32 vvb, p-acp d cst vdb pn31. pns31 vvz n1, cc vvz n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14959
And therefore takes upon himself the special care of those who are most destitute of earthly succour,
And Therefore Takes upon himself the special care of those who Are most destitute of earthly succour,
cc av vvz p-acp px31 dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr av-ds j pp-f j n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14960
as the fatherless and widdows, and the like.
as the fatherless and Widows, and the like.
c-acp dt j cc n2, cc dt j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14961
A Father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widdows, is God in his holy habitation, Psal. 68.5.A Father of the fatherless, and a judge of the Widows, is God in his holy habitation, Psalm 68.5.
dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vbz np1 p-acp po31 j n1, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1955
Page 524
14962
Is God a very just and righteous God? This then may be a motive and inducement to us, to stand no longer out against him,
Is God a very just and righteous God? This then may be a motive and inducement to us, to stand no longer out against him,
vbz np1 dt j j cc j np1? np1 av vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc av p-acp pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14963
but to come in to him and become his subjects.
but to come in to him and become his subject's.
cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno31 cc vvi po31 n2-jn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14964
It is a great advantage to the subject, and a special benefit, when he that is invested with Supream authority and power, will not abuse it any way to the damage of his people;
It is a great advantage to the Subject, and a special benefit, when he that is invested with Supreme Authority and power, will not abuse it any Way to the damage of his people;
pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc dt j n1, c-crq pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1, vmb xx vvi pn31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14965
Our earthly Governors are very seldom so upright, but they will strain their power a little now and then, (and it may be, not a little) to incroach and to intrench upon the liberty, upon the property, upon the rights and priviledges of the Subject.
Our earthly Governors Are very seldom so upright, but they will strain their power a little now and then, (and it may be, not a little) to encroach and to entrench upon the liberty, upon the property, upon the rights and privileges of the Subject.
po12 j n2 vbr av av av av-j, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 dt j av cc av, (cc pn31 vmb vbi, xx dt j) pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14966
But God, my Brethren, is a righteous God;
But God, my Brothers, is a righteous God;
p-acp np1, po11 n2, vbz dt j np1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14967
yea he is so incomparably just, that though he be Omnipotent, and doth what pleaseth him in heaven and earth,
yea he is so incomparably just, that though he be Omnipotent, and does what Pleases him in heaven and earth,
uh pns31 vbz av av-j j, cst cs pns31 vbb j, cc vdz r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14968
so that none can stay his hand, nor say unto him, What dost thou? By means of which Almightiness of his he might oppress his subjects at his own pleasure,
so that none can stay his hand, nor say unto him, What dost thou? By means of which Almightiness of his he might oppress his subject's At his own pleasure,
av cst pix vmb vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi p-acp pno31, q-crq vd2 pns21? p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f po31 pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2-jn p-acp po31 d n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14969
and need not fear that they will rise against him to recover and resume their right from him:
and need not Fear that they will rise against him to recover and resume their right from him:
cc vvb xx vvi cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n-jn p-acp pno31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14970
Yet he doth nothing else but right to them, he doth not injure them, or wrong them any way;
Yet he does nothing Else but right to them, he does not injure them, or wrong them any Way;
av pns31 vdz pix av cc-acp av-jn p-acp pno32, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 d n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14971
Yea, he ruleth righteously, not out of politick respects and reasons only, but out of inward inclination and affection.
Yea, he Ruleth righteously, not out of politic respects and Reasons only, but out of inward inclination and affection.
uh, pns31 vvz av-j, xx av pp-f j n2 cc n2 av-j, cc-acp av pp-f j n1 cc n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14972
O my Beloved, who would not be subject to such a King as this is? Why should we not rejoyce to resign all to him,
O my beloved, who would not be Subject to such a King as this is? Why should we not rejoice to resign all to him,
sy po11 j-vvn, r-crq vmd xx vbi j-jn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d vbz? q-crq vmd pns12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14973
and to be under his authority and jurisdiction, as the Prophet counselleth us, Zach. 9.9. Rejoyce greatly O daughter of Sion;
and to be under his Authority and jurisdiction, as the Prophet counselleth us, Zach 9.9. Rejoice greatly Oh daughter of Sion;
cc pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. vvb av-j uh n1 pp-f np1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14974
and why so? because thy King cometh to thee, and he is just.
and why so? Because thy King comes to thee, and he is just.
cc q-crq av? c-acp po21 n1 vvz p-acp pno21, cc pns31 vbz j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14975
(Even so say I to you my Brethren) God is a very just and righteous God,
(Even so say I to you my Brothers) God is a very just and righteous God,
(av av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22 po11 n2) np1 vbz dt av j cc j np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14976
and he desires to be received and entertained by you:
and he Desires to be received and entertained by you:
cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn22:
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14977
That you would set your gates open, that he may enter and sit upon the Throne in your hearts.
That you would Set your gates open, that he may enter and fit upon the Throne in your hearts.
cst pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2 j, cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14978
Say to him now, Ride on Lord, because of thy righteousness; Come in Lord, and take command of us;
Say to him now, Ride on Lord, Because of thy righteousness; Come in Lord, and take command of us;
np1 p-acp pno31 av, vvb p-acp n1, c-acp pp-f po21 n1; vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb n1 pp-f pno12;
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14979
We would willingly be ruled by such a just and righteous Prince as thou art.
We would willingly be ruled by such a just and righteous Prince as thou art.
pns12 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp d dt j cc j n1 c-acp pns21 vb2r.
(61) part (DIV2)
1956
Page 524
14980
Is God a very just and righteous God? Where then shall the wicked and ungodly appear? What will they do who are unrighteous,
Is God a very just and righteous God? Where then shall the wicked and ungodly appear? What will they do who Are unrighteous,
vbz np1 dt j j cc j np1? c-crq av vmb dt j cc j vvi? q-crq vmb pns32 vdb r-crq vbr j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 524
14981
when the time of judgement comes, who have lived in the continued and voluntary breach of all his laws? what will they plead why they should not be condemned? Me thinks the justice and the uprightness of the Judge should astonish and affright them, who have so ill a cause,
when the time of judgement comes, who have lived in the continued and voluntary breach of all his laws? what will they plead why they should not be condemned? Me thinks the Justice and the uprightness of the Judge should astonish and affright them, who have so ill a cause,
c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt j-vvn cc j-jn n1 pp-f d po31 n2? q-crq vmb pns32 vvi c-crq pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn? pno11 vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32, r-crq vhb av j-jn dt n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 524
14982
so bad a matter to be heard before him.
so bad a matter to be herd before him.
av j dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 524
14983
If they whose hearts and lives are full of all unrighteousness be judg'd with just and righteous judgement,
If they whose hearts and lives Are full of all unrighteousness be judged with just and righteous judgement,
cs pns32 r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr j pp-f d n1 vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 524
14984
if they receive according to their works, what think you will their portion be? Ah, my Beloved, lay it seriously to heart, you that run out with the intemperate, you that oppress and grind the poor, that are abominable and disobedient, and to every good work reprobate,
if they receive according to their works, what think you will their portion be? Ah, my beloved, lay it seriously to heart, you that run out with the intemperate, you that oppress and grind the poor, that Are abominable and disobedient, and to every good work Reprobate,
cs pns32 vvb vvg p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vvb pn22 vvi po32 n1 vbi? uh, po11 j-vvn, vvb pn31 av-j p-acp n1, pn22 cst vvb av p-acp dt j, pn22 cst vvb cc vvi dt j, cst vbr j cc j, cc p-acp d j n1 j-jn,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14985
how will you hold up your heads when the day of reckoning cometh, and all your sins shall be laid open in their colors? when God shall bring every work to judgement,
how will you hold up your Heads when the day of reckoning comes, and all your Sins shall be laid open in their colours? when God shall bring every work to judgement,
q-crq vmb pn22 vvi a-acp po22 n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz, cc d po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp po32 n2? c-crq np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14986
and every secret thing, when he shall rip up all your close abominations, and all your secret wickednesses, that never any eye saw,
and every secret thing, when he shall rip up all your close abominations, and all your secret Wickednesses, that never any eye saw,
cc d j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi a-acp d po22 j n2, cc d po22 j-jn n2, cst av-x d n1 vvd,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14987
when the books shall be laid open, and all the black bills read;
when the books shall be laid open, and all the black bills read;
c-crq dt n2 vmb vbi vvn j, cc d dt j-jn n2 vvb;
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14988
when God shall say to the Ministers of vengeance, Go give them now according as their works have been.
when God shall say to the Ministers of vengeance, Go give them now according as their works have been.
c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvb vvb pno32 av vvg p-acp po32 n2 vhb vbn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14989
Look how much they have sinned, and how much wickedness they have committed, so much sorrow and torment give them.
Look how much they have sinned, and how much wickedness they have committed, so much sorrow and torment give them.
n1 c-crq av-d pns32 vhb vvn, cc c-crq d n1 pns32 vhb vvn, av d n1 cc n1 vvb pno32.
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14990
Oh then what wringing of hands, what renting of hearts, what cries and lamentations will there be? able to make a Rock relent,
O then what wringing of hands, what renting of hearts, what cries and lamentations will there be? able to make a Rock relent,
uh av r-crq vvg pp-f n2, r-crq vvg pp-f n2, r-crq vvz cc n2 vmb a-acp vbi? j pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvi,
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14991
and a Flint to fall asunder; and yet God will stand out immoveable against them all;
and a Flint to fallen asunder; and yet God will stand out immoveable against them all;
cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi av; cc av np1 vmb vvi av j p-acp pno32 d;
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14992
for he is a righteous God; nothing will bend him from the rule of Justice.
for he is a righteous God; nothing will bend him from the Rule of justice.
c-acp pns31 vbz dt j np1; pix vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1957
Page 525
14993
And as this serves for terrour to the wicked, so for comfort to the righteous, that God is such a just and righteous God.
And as this serves for terror to the wicked, so for Comfort to the righteous, that God is such a just and righteous God.
cc p-acp d vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, cst np1 vbz d dt j cc j np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1958
Page 525
14994
But you will say, What reason have we to rejoyce in this? For if we have but justice from him, we are certainly undone;
But you will say, What reason have we to rejoice in this? For if we have but Justice from him, we Are Certainly undone;
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d? c-acp cs pns12 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr av-j vvn;
(61) part (DIV2)
1959
Page 525
14995
for what have we deserved but death and ruine? for what have we deserved but death and ruin?
p-acp r-crq vhb pns12 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1?
(61) part (DIV2)
1959
Page 525
14996
To this I answer, If we have justice from him, we are well enough, and this we shall be sure to have,
To this I answer, If we have Justice from him, we Are well enough, and this we shall be sure to have,
p-acp d pns11 vvb, cs pns12 vhb n1 p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr av av-d, cc d pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi,
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
14997
and therefore let us take comfort. I speak not now of such a justice as respects the merit of the work;
and Therefore let us take Comfort. I speak not now of such a Justice as respects the merit of the work;
cc av vvb pno12 vvi n1. pns11 vvb xx av pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
14998
for this we are delivered from;
for this we Are Delivered from;
p-acp d pns12 vbr vvn p-acp;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
14999
but I speak of such a justice as respects the truth of his promise, by which he hath engaged himself, that he will forgive our sins, that he will reward our labours, that he will punish all our enemies:
but I speak of such a Justice as respects the truth of his promise, by which he hath engaged himself, that he will forgive our Sins, that he will reward our labours, that he will Punish all our enemies:
cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn px31, cst pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi d po12 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15021
O let the people of the Lord rejoyce that they shall have righteous judgement;
Oh let the people of the Lord rejoice that they shall have righteous judgement;
uh vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb cst pns32 vmb vhi j n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15000
and if he keep his word with us, (as he is bound to do in justice) I hope we are in a very good case.
and if he keep his word with us, (as he is bound to do in Justice) I hope we Are in a very good case.
cc cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno12, (c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi p-acp n1) pns11 vvb pns12 vbr p-acp dt j j n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15001
His righteousness lies at stake for all those, by reason of his Covenant and Engagement to us.
His righteousness lies At stake for all those, by reason of his Covenant and Engagement to us.
po31 n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d d, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15002
Indeed before he made the Covenant he was free, he might have done according to his own pleasure;
Indeed before he made the Covenant he was free, he might have done according to his own pleasure;
np1 c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pns31 vbds j, pns31 vmd vhi vdn vvg p-acp po31 d n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15003
But having made it, he is bound, he is held to it, and may not vary.
But having made it, he is bound, he is held to it, and may not vary.
cc-acp vhg vvn pn31, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cc vmb xx vvi.
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15004
Now he must forgive our sins, or else he is unrighteous, as the Apostle John insinuates in 1 Joh. 1.9. He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins.
Now he must forgive our Sins, or Else he is unrighteous, as the Apostle John insinuates in 1 John 1.9. He is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins.
av pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc av pns31 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp crd np1 crd. pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15005
Now he must reward our labours, or else he is unjust, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Heb. 6.10. The Lord is not unrighteous to forget our work and labour:
Now he must reward our labours, or Else he is unjust, as the Apostle Paul speaks, Hebrew 6.10. The Lord is not unrighteous to forget our work and labour:
av pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc av pns31 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15006
He doth not say, the Lord is not unmerciful, but the Lord is not unrighteous;
He does not say, the Lord is not unmerciful, but the Lord is not unrighteous;
pns31 vdz xx vvi, dt n1 vbz xx j, cc-acp dt n1 vbz xx j;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15007
Now he must give us everlasting rest, and render everlasting trouble to our enemies, and that upon the same ground:
Now he must give us everlasting rest, and render everlasting trouble to our enemies, and that upon the same ground:
av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 j n1, cc vvi j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc cst p-acp dt d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15008
And therefore saith the same Apostle, 2 Thes. 1.6. It is a righteous thing with him to render tribulation to them that trouble you;
And Therefore Says the same Apostle, 2 Thebes 1.6. It is a righteous thing with him to render tribulation to them that trouble you;
cc av vvz dt d n1, crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15009
and to you that are troubled rest with us; and to you that Are troubled rest with us;
cc p-acp pn22 cst vbr vvn n1 p-acp pno12;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15010
So that you see the justice, and the righteousness of God, which is a ground of horrour to the wicked;
So that you see the Justice, and the righteousness of God, which is a ground of horror to the wicked;
av cst pn22 vvb dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15011
yet it is a ground of comfort to the godly.
yet it is a ground of Comfort to the godly.
av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15012
It is very ill for them, it is very well for us, that God is such a righteous God.
It is very ill for them, it is very well for us, that God is such a righteous God.
pn31 vbz av j-jn p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz av av p-acp pno12, cst np1 vbz d dt j np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15013
It is their loss, and it is our gain. And the cause is manifest;
It is their loss, and it is our gain. And the cause is manifest;
pn31 vbz po32 n1, cc pn31 vbz po12 n1. cc dt n1 vbz j;
(61) part (DIV2)
1960
Page 525
15014
for he proceeds with them according unto such a justice as respects the merit of the work;
for he proceeds with them according unto such a Justice as respects the merit of the work;
c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 vvg p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 525
15015
and he proceeds with us according unto such a justice as respects the verity and truth of his promise.
and he proceeds with us according unto such a Justice as respects the verity and truth of his promise.
cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 vvg p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 525
15016
And therefore though ungodly men have cause to fear and tremble at it, yet we have reason to rejoyce at it.
And Therefore though ungodly men have cause to Fear and tremble At it, yet we have reason to rejoice At it.
cc av cs j n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31, av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15017
And this is clearly intimated by the Prophet David in the fore-alledged place, which indeed is very notable to this purpose, Psal. 96. ult. Let the heavens rejoyce, saith he, and so on.
And this is clearly intimated by the Prophet David in the fore-alleged place, which indeed is very notable to this purpose, Psalm 96. ult. Let the heavens rejoice, Says he, and so on.
cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av vbz av j p-acp d n1, np1 crd n1. vvb dt n2 vvb, vvz pns31, cc av a-acp.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15018
And why so? for he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with his truth.
And why so? for he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with his truth.
cc q-crq av? c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15019
Observe it well, the world with righteousness; the people that stand in opposition to the world, his people with his truth: The world with such a righteousness as looks upon the merit of their works;
Observe it well, the world with righteousness; the people that stand in opposition to the world, his people with his truth: The world with such a righteousness as looks upon the merit of their works;
vvb pn31 av, dt n1 p-acp n1; dt n1 cst vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1: dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15020
His own people with such a righteousness as looks upon the truth of his promise. His people with his truth; Righteousness and truth do kiss each other.
His own people with such a righteousness as looks upon the truth of his promise. His people with his truth; Righteousness and truth do kiss each other.
po31 d n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; n1 cc n1 vdb vvi d n-jn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15022
that God will do according to his promise and his Covenant with them, when the great day of retribution cometh.
that God will do according to his promise and his Covenant with them, when the great day of retribution comes.
cst np1 vmb vdi vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15023
That he will in this respect be just and righteous to forgive them and reward them:
That he will in this respect be just and righteous to forgive them and reward them:
cst pns31 vmb p-acp d n1 vbi j cc j pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32:
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15024
Let them be glad of this for ever.
Let them be glad of this for ever.
vvb pno32 vbi j pp-f d c-acp av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1961
Page 526
15025
I have but one thing more to add, and that shall be a word of humble Admonition to the Deputies and Ministers of God, Superior and Inferior Magistrates, to labour to conform themselves to him in this respect,
I have but one thing more to add, and that shall be a word of humble Admonition to the Deputies and Ministers of God, Superior and Inferior Magistrates, to labour to conform themselves to him in this respect,
pns11 vhb cc-acp crd n1 av-dc pc-acp vvi, cc cst vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, np1 cc j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15026
and to be just and righteous as he is. They are under him, and for him, and therefore should endeavour to be like him.
and to be just and righteous as he is. They Are under him, and for him, and Therefore should endeavour to be like him.
cc pc-acp vbi j cc j c-acp pns31 vbz. pns32 vbr p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31, cc av vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av-j pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15027
Honorable and Beloved, the Land abounds with wickedness of every kind, there is much unrighteous dealing everywhere with God and man.
Honourable and beloved, the Land abounds with wickedness of every kind, there is much unrighteous dealing everywhere with God and man.
j cc j-vvn, dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbz d j n-vvg av p-acp np1 cc n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15028
This calls for righteous dealing from them that bear the Sword of Justice; that these abominations may be purged out, and that our breaches may be yet repaired.
This calls for righteous dealing from them that bear the Sword of justice; that these abominations may be purged out, and that our Breaches may be yet repaired.
np1 vvz p-acp j n-vvg p-acp pno32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn av, cc d po12 n2 vmb vbi av vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15029
In such a time as this, when there are such abuses, such blasphemies, such prophanations of the day and Ordinances of the Lord, such swearing, drunkenness, uncleanness, incest, &c. as former ages have not equal'd:
In such a time as this, when there Are such Abuses, such Blasphemies, such profanations of the day and Ordinances of the Lord, such swearing, Drunkenness, uncleanness, Incest, etc. as former ages have not equaled:
p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, c-crq pc-acp vbr d n2, d n2, d n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, d vvg, n1, n1, n1, av p-acp j n2 vhb xx vvn:
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15030
Justice should flow down like water, to wash away this filth from us, and righteousness as a mighty stream that violently bears down all before it,
justice should flow down like water, to wash away this filth from us, and righteousness as a mighty stream that violently bears down all before it,
n1 vmd vvi a-acp av-j n1, pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp pno12, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 cst av-j vvz a-acp d c-acp pn31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15031
and will not be diverted from the Channel which it ought to run in. As there is no respect of persons with God, let there be none with you;
and will not be diverted from the Channel which it ought to run in. As there is no respect of Persons with God, let there be none with you;
cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1, vvb pc-acp vbi pix p-acp pn22;
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15032
let every one receive according to his cause, and according to his deeds.
let every one receive according to his cause, and according to his Deeds.
vvb d crd vvb vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1962
Page 526
15033
When parties struggle in the bowels of a Nation, when there are factions up, as there are at this time, there is a great temptation to unrighteousness in this respect;
When parties struggle in the bowels of a nation, when there Are factions up, as there Are At this time, there is a great temptation to unrighteousness in this respect;
c-crq n2 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 a-acp, c-acp pc-acp vbr p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15034
one must be favourd, because he is of such a party, another must be rigorously dealt withall,
one must be favoured, Because he is of such a party, Another must be rigorously dealt withal,
pi vmb vbi vvd, c-acp pns31 vbz pp-f d dt n1, j-jn vmb vbi av-j vvn av,
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15035
because he is of such a party; though the cause of both be like.
Because he is of such a party; though the cause of both be like.
c-acp pns31 vbz pp-f d dt n1; cs dt n1 pp-f d vbb j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15036
It ought to be the care of Magistrates, that in the execution of their Office, they be not byassed, that they be not drawn aside by such low considerations.
It ought to be the care of Magistrates, that in the execution of their Office, they be not biased, that they be not drawn aside by such low considerations.
pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vbb xx vvn, cst pns32 vbb xx vvn av p-acp d j n2.
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15037
They must not NONLATINALPHABET, with the Delphian Oracle, they must not speak or act in their Administrations so as to comply with any party,
They must not, with the Delphian Oracle, they must not speak or act in their Administrations so as to comply with any party,
pns32 vmb xx, p-acp dt jp n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15038
as if they were afraid of doing that which will displease the strongest side, which will not rellish well with those who may do them a displeasure:
as if they were afraid of doing that which will displease the Strongest side, which will not relish well with those who may do them a displeasure:
c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j pp-f vdg d r-crq vmb vvi dt js n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi av p-acp d r-crq vmb vdi pno32 dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15039
No, they must NONLATINALPHABET, judge for Christ and act for God, and do as near as it is possible,
No, they must, judge for christ and act for God, and do as near as it is possible,
uh-dx, pns32 vmb, vvb p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc vdb c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15040
as he would do if he were in their places: they must be just as he is.
as he would do if he were in their places: they must be just as he is.
c-acp pns31 vmd vdi cs pns31 vbdr p-acp po32 n2: pns32 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31 vbz.
(61) part (DIV2)
1963
Page 526
15042
First, This is the ready way to settle, and establish and confirm this totering Nation when it shakes,
First, This is the ready Way to settle, and establish and confirm this totering nation when it shakes,
ord, d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi cc vvi d j-vvg n1 c-crq pn31 vvz,
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 526
15043
and when it is about to fall. Justice upholds the pillars of it; It is Columna & corona Reipublicae. There are at this time many things in agitation,
and when it is about to fallen. justice upholds the pillars of it; It is Columna & corona Reipublicae. There Are At this time many things in agitation,
cc c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pc-acp vvi. n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f pn31; pn31 vbz np1 cc fw-la fw-la. pc-acp vbr p-acp d n1 d n2 p-acp n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 526
15044
and many ways and projects thought upon to settle Government among us:
and many ways and projects Thought upon to settle Government among us:
cc d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12:
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 527
15045
But when we have run through them all, we shall find in the conclusion that nothing in the world will do it like to righteousness.
But when we have run through them all, we shall find in the conclusion that nothing in the world will do it like to righteousness.
cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 d, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi pn31 av-j p-acp n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 527
15046
Let the form, and let the frame of Government be what it will, the Throne must be establisht by righteousness;
Let the from, and let the frame of Government be what it will, the Throne must be established by righteousness;
vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 527
15047
Especially when it is first set up.
Especially when it is First Set up.
av-j c-crq pn31 vbz ord vvd a-acp.
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 527
15048
Justice is as necessary to confirm a new Government, as Miracles to confirm a new Doctrine.
justice is as necessary to confirm a new Government, as Miracles to confirm a new Doctrine.
n1 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 527
15049
And if the people find not this, if there be tyranny, injustice, and oppression still, that which made the old unpleasing, will have the same effect and operation on the new.
And if the people find not this, if there be tyranny, injustice, and oppression still, that which made the old unpleasing, will have the same Effect and operation on the new.
cc cs dt n1 vvb xx d, cs pc-acp vbi n1, n1, cc n1 av, cst r-crq vvd dt j j, vmb vhi dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1964
Page 527
15050
Secondly, This Righteousness in your Administrations will make you aimable in the sight of God; as God himself is righteous, so he loveth righteousness;
Secondly, This Righteousness in your Administrations will make you aimable in the sighed of God; as God himself is righteous, so he loves righteousness;
ord, d n1 p-acp po22 n2 vmb vvi pn22 fw-fr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; c-acp np1 px31 vbz j, av pns31 vvz n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15051
as he acteth it himself, so he affecteth it in others.
as he Acts it himself, so he affects it in Others.
c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 n1, av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n2-jn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15052
The righteous Lord (saith holy David) loveth righteousness, his countenance doth behold the upright, Psal. 11.7. Righteous he is in all his actings and administrations; he is the righteous Lord:The righteous Lord (Says holy David) loves righteousness, his countenance does behold the upright, Psalm 11.7. Righteous he is in all his actings and administrations; he is the righteous Lord:
dt j n1 (vvz j np1) vvz n1, po31 n1 vdz vvi dt j, np1 crd. j pns31 vbz p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2; pns31 vbz dt j n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15053
so righteous and so just, that there is none in that respect like him: and that out of a principle of love within: the righteous Lord loveth righteousness;
so righteous and so just, that there is none in that respect like him: and that out of a principle of love within: the righteous Lord loves righteousness;
av j cc av j, cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d n1 av-j pno31: cc cst av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp: dt j n1 vvz n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15054
yea, he affecteth it, and loves it so, that he gives no man a good countenance,
yea, he affects it, and loves it so, that he gives no man a good countenance,
uh, pns31 vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31 av, cst pns31 vvz dx n1 dt j n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15055
or a good look so much, that is not just and righteous too: his countenance doth behold the upright, the upright and none else.
or a good look so much, that is not just and righteous too: his countenance does behold the upright, the upright and none Else.
cc dt j n1 av av-d, cst vbz xx j cc j av: po31 n1 vdz vvi dt j, dt j cc pix av.
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15056
But as for those that are unrighteous, he abhors them, all of them without exception, he hateth all workers of iniquity, Psal. 5.5.
But as for those that Are unrighteous, he abhors them, all of them without exception, he hates all workers of iniquity, Psalm 5.5.
cc-acp c-acp p-acp d cst vbr j, pns31 vvz pno32, d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1965
Page 527
15057
Thirdly, As it will make you amiable in the eyes of God, so you will find it to be very beneficial to your selves:
Thirdly, As it will make you amiable in the eyes of God, so you will find it to be very beneficial to your selves:
ord, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pn22 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po22 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15058
They are precious promises that God makes, and great rewards that he gives to those that love and do Justice.
They Are precious promises that God makes, and great rewards that he gives to those that love and do justice.
pns32 vbr j n2 cst np1 vvz, cc j n2 cst pns31 vvz p-acp d cst n1 cc vdb n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15059
That is a signal one, Isa. 33.15. He that walketh righteously and speaks uprightly; he that despiseth the gain of oppression, and shaketh his hands from holding of bribes;
That is a signal one, Isaiah 33.15. He that walks righteously and speaks uprightly; he that despises the gain of oppression, and shakes his hands from holding of Bribes;
cst vbz dt n1 crd, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz av-j cc vvz av-j; pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp vvg pp-f n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15060
so that it any put a bribe into his hand before he be aware, he shakes it out again, and doth not hold it:
so that it any put a bribe into his hand before he be aware, he shakes it out again, and does not hold it:
av cst pn31 d vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vbb j, pns31 vvz pn31 av av, cc vdz xx vvi pn31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15061
he shall dwell on high, his place of defence shall be the munition of the Rocks: he shall dwell on high, his place of defence shall be the munition of the Rocks:
pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j, po31 n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15063
He shall have honor, he shall dwell on high, he shall be lifted up above his brethren:
He shall have honour, he shall dwell on high, he shall be lifted up above his brothers:
pns31 vmb vhi n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j, pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15064
He shall have sure protection, his defence shall be the munition of the Rocks;
He shall have sure protection, his defence shall be the munition of the Rocks;
pns31 vmb vhi j n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15065
high, that the enemy can never reach him, and high upon the Rock, that he cannot undermine him.
high, that the enemy can never reach him, and high upon the Rock, that he cannot undermine him.
j, cst dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno31, cc j p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15066
And as he shall have honor and protection, so he shall have provision too, bread shall be given him, and full provision;
And as he shall have honour and protection, so he shall have provision too, bred shall be given him, and full provision;
cc c-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1 cc n1, av pns31 vmb vhi n1 av, n1 vmb vbi vvn pno31, cc j n1;
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15067
he shall have bread and water too, and this shall be sure to him; Bread shall be given him, his waters shall be sure.
he shall have bred and water too, and this shall be sure to him; Bred shall be given him, his waters shall be sure.
pns31 vmb vhi n1 cc n1 av, cc d vmb vbi j p-acp pno31; n1 vmb vbi vvn pno31, po31 n2 vmb vbi j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1966
Page 527
15068
And as there is much promised to, so there hath been much done for those who have laid out themselves in doing justice.
And as there is much promised to, so there hath been much done for those who have laid out themselves in doing Justice.
cc c-acp pc-acp vbz av-d vvn p-acp, av a-acp vhz vbn av-d vdn p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn av px32 p-acp vdg n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1967
Page 527
15069
You know how Jehu sped, and yet he did it in hypocrisie. The Kingdom was continued in his line to the fourth generation.
You know how Jehu sped, and yet he did it in hypocrisy. The Kingdom was continued in his line to the fourth generation.
pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vvn, cc av pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp n1. dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1967
Page 527
15070
Phineas it seems was more upright, and therefore he had a reward that lasted longer, Numb. 25.13. He shall have and his seed after him the Covenant of an everlasting Priesthhod, because he was zealous for his God, to wit, in executing justice on that notorious pair of foul offenders;Phinehas it seems was more upright, and Therefore he had a reward that lasted longer, Numb. 25.13. He shall have and his seed After him the Covenant of an everlasting Priesthhod, Because he was zealous for his God, to wit, in executing Justice on that notorious pair of foul offenders;
np1 pn31 vvz vbds av-dc j, cc av pns31 vhd dt n1 cst vvd av-jc, j. crd. pns31 vmb vhi cc po31 n1 p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f j n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1967
Page 527
15071
Indeed the recompence of him that doth it in sincerity, shall last for ever;
Indeed the recompense of him that does it in sincerity, shall last for ever;
av dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vdz pn31 p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp av;
(61) part (DIV2)
1967
Page 528
15072
For he shall dwell upon Gods holy Mountain, he shall receive an Euge, when the great day of reckoning cometh.
For he shall dwell upon God's holy Mountain, he shall receive an Euge, when the great day of reckoning comes.
c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 j n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt j, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz.
(61) part (DIV2)
1967
Page 528
15073
And thus far of the first conclusion, God is a very just and righteous God. I shall speak very little to the second, because indeed it is not large:
And thus Far of the First conclusion, God is a very just and righteous God. I shall speak very little to the second, Because indeed it is not large:
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1, np1 vbz dt av j cc j np1. pns11 vmb vvi av j p-acp dt ord, c-acp av pn31 vbz xx j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1968
Page 528
15074
however I shall touch it in a word or two.
however I shall touch it in a word or two.
c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc crd.
(61) part (DIV2)
1968
Page 528
15075
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ came to him as a righteous God, and looked upon him as a righteous God,DOCTRINE. That jesus christ Come to him as a righteous God, and looked upon him as a righteous God,
n1. cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1, cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1968
Page 528
15076
when he was making his petitions to him. You see it evidently and demonstratively in the Text:
when he was making his petitions to him. You see it evidently and demonstratively in the Text:
c-crq pns31 vbds vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno31. pn22 vvb pn31 av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1968
Page 528
15077
this is the appellation that he gives him, Righteous Father; His thoughts it seems are taken up more with the righteousness of God,
this is the appellation that he gives him, Righteous Father; His thoughts it seems Are taken up more with the righteousness of God,
d vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno31, j n1; po31 n2 pn31 vvz vbr vvn a-acp av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1969
Page 528
15078
then any other attribute of his at this time.
then any other attribute of his At this time.
cs d j-jn n1 pp-f png31 p-acp d n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1969
Page 528
15079
I shall not undertake to shew why he did so, he had his reasons in his own breast and bosom.
I shall not undertake to show why he did so, he had his Reasons in his own breast and bosom.
pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vdd av, pns31 vhd po31 n2 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1970
Page 528
15080
Only this is probable, he did it that he might be an Example and President to us, that we might learn of him to do as he did;
Only this is probable, he did it that he might be an Exampl and President to us, that we might Learn of him to do as he did;
j d vbz j, pns31 vdd pn31 cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vvi pp-f pno31 pc-acp vdi c-acp pns31 vdd;
(61) part (DIV2)
1970
Page 528
15081
That when we are approaching to the Throne of grace, we might be very much possest with deep and serious contemplations of the righteousness of God.
That when we Are approaching to the Throne of grace, we might be very much possessed with deep and serious contemplations of the righteousness of God.
cst c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd vbi av av-d vvn p-acp j-jn cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1970
Page 528
15082
And therefore to make a little application of the point, Let us learn of Jesus Christ,
And Therefore to make a little application of the point, Let us Learn of jesus christ,
cc av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi pp-f np1 np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
15083
how to behave ovr selves when we are making our addresses to the Majesty of God,
how to behave our selves when we Are making our Addresses to the Majesty of God,
c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
15085
We are exhorted very often in the Scripture to be followers of Christ, and so to walk and act,
We Are exhorted very often in the Scripture to be followers of christ, and so to walk and act,
pns12 vbr vvn av av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f np1, cc av pc-acp vvi cc n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
15086
as we have him for an example, in all his imitable ways and actions; his practice ought to be a rule to us;
as we have him for an Exampl, in all his imitable ways and actions; his practice ought to be a Rule to us;
c-acp pns12 vhb pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d po31 j n2 cc n2; po31 n1 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12;
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
15087
and therefore let us labour to conform our selves to Jesus Christ in this particular;
and Therefore let us labour to conform our selves to jesus christ in this particular;
cc av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d j;
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
15088
when we are drawing nigh to God in prayer, let our thoughts be taken up with meditation of his righteousness, let them work much upon this attribute of his.
when we Are drawing High to God in prayer, let our thoughts be taken up with meditation of his righteousness, let them work much upon this attribute of his.
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno32 vvi av-d p-acp d n1 pp-f png31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1971
Page 528
15089
It will be very useful to us, as I shall shew you in a few particulars.
It will be very useful to us, as I shall show you in a few particulars.
pn31 vmb vbi av j p-acp pno12, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(61) part (DIV2)
1972
Page 528
15090
1. The meditation of the righteousness of God, will humble us for sin, and stir us up (as far as it is possible) to cleanse our selves from sin,
1. The meditation of the righteousness of God, will humble us for since, and stir us up (as Far as it is possible) to cleanse our selves from since,
crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp (c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j) pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1973
Page 528
15091
when we are making our approaches to him: For sin, my Brethren, is against the righteousness of God; yea in directest opposition:
when we Are making our Approaches to him: For since, my Brothers, is against the righteousness of God; yea in directest opposition:
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg po12 n2 p-acp pno31: p-acp n1, po11 n2, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; uh p-acp js n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1973
Page 528
15092
And therefore it is set out by the name of unrighteousness in Scripture. Not only all injustice is unrighteousness, but sin is generally so;
And Therefore it is Set out by the name of unrighteousness in Scripture. Not only all injustice is unrighteousness, but since is generally so;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. xx av-j d n1 vbz n1, cc-acp n1 vbz av-j av;
(61) part (DIV2)
1973
Page 528
15093
The wrath of God, saith the Apostle, is revealed from heaven, against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, Rom. 1.18. against every kind of sin, especially that violates the second Table.The wrath of God, Says the Apostle, is revealed from heaven, against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, Rom. 1.18. against every kind of since, especially that violates the second Table.
dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, av-j cst vvz dt ord n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1973
Page 528
15094
And so all unrighteousness is sin, saith the Evangelist, 1 Joh. 5.17. And I may say as well, all sin is unrighteousness.
And so all unrighteousness is since, Says the Evangelist, 1 John 5.17. And I may say as well, all since is unrighteousness.
cc av d n1 vbz n1, vvz dt np1, crd np1 crd. cc pns11 vmb vvi c-acp av, d n1 vbz n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1973
Page 528
15095
And hence it is my Brethren, that it is so infinitely odious to the righteous God.
And hence it is my Brothers, that it is so infinitely odious to the righteous God.
cc av pn31 vbz po11 n1, cst pn31 vbz av av-j j p-acp dt j np1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1973
Page 528
15096
And truly did we seriously consider this my Brethren, when we come to pray before him, we should be deeply humbled for it,
And truly did we seriously Consider this my Brothers, when we come to pray before him, we should be deeply humbled for it,
cc av-j vdd pns12 av-j vvb d po11 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns12 vmd vbi av-jn vvn p-acp pn31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 528
15097
and ashamed of it, we should strive exceedingly to quit and rid our selves of it, which is so contrary to this attribute of his,
and ashamed of it, we should strive exceedingly to quit and rid our selves of it, which is so contrary to this attribute of his,
cc j pp-f pn31, pns12 vmd vvi av-vvg p-acp vvb cc vvn po12 n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz av j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f png31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15098
and consequently is so detestable to him.
and consequently is so detestable to him.
cc av-j vbz av j p-acp pno31.
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15099
Oh we would shake and quiver every joynt, to think of coming to the righteous God in our unrighteousness unhumbled for, and unreformed.
O we would shake and quiver every joint, to think of coming to the righteous God in our unrighteousness unhumbled for, and unreformed.
uh pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg p-acp dt j np1 p-acp po12 n1 vvn p-acp, cc j-vvn.
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15100
We would consider with our selves, What will the Lord say to me when he sees me in his presence? How will he look on such a wicked and unrighteous wretch as I am? how is it possible but he should hide his eyes from me? how can he choose but hate me and abhor me? Do I expect to find favour in his eyes,
We would Consider with our selves, What will the Lord say to me when he sees me in his presence? How will he look on such a wicked and unrighteous wretch as I am? how is it possible but he should hide his eyes from me? how can he choose but hate me and abhor me? Do I expect to find favour in his eyes,
pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno11 c-crq pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1? q-crq vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d dt j cc j-u n1 c-acp pns11 vbm? q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno11? q-crq vmb pns31 vvi cc-acp vvb pno11 cc vvb pno11? vdb pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2,
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15101
and come before him with that which he so abhors, as if I meant to vex him,
and come before him with that which he so abhors, as if I meant to vex him,
cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp d r-crq pns31 av vvz, c-acp cs pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31,
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15102
and provoke him? And therefore if we ever look to speed with God in prayer, let us consider what a righteous God he is,
and provoke him? And Therefore if we ever look to speed with God in prayer, let us Consider what a righteous God he is,
cc vvi pno31? cc av cs pns12 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq dt j np1 pns31 vbz,
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15103
and let us labour to cleanse our selves from our unrighteousness, that is, as far as it is possible from every sin,
and let us labour to cleanse our selves from our unrighteousness, that is, as Far as it is possible from every since,
cc vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, cst vbz, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15104
and he will receive us, as his own expression is, 2 Cor. 6.17. or otherwise he will not.
and he will receive us, as his own expression is, 2 Cor. 6.17. or otherwise he will not.
cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12, c-acp po31 d n1 vbz, crd np1 crd. cc av pns31 vmb xx.
(61) part (DIV2)
1974
Page 529
15105
2. The meditation of the righteousness of God, will strengthen and confirm our faith, in all the pretious promises of God,
2. The meditation of the righteousness of God, will strengthen and confirm our faith, in all the precious promises of God,
crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n1, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15106
when we are pouring out our prayers to him:
when we Are pouring out our Prayers to him:
c-crq pns12 vbr vvg av po12 n2 p-acp pno31:
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15107
Because indeed his righteousness and justice lies at stake for the performance of his promises, by reason of his Covenant and Engagement to us.
Because indeed his righteousness and Justice lies At stake for the performance of his promises, by reason of his Covenant and Engagement to us.
c-acp av po31 n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15108
It is true, before he made the Covenant he was free, he might have done according to his own pleasure:
It is true, before he made the Covenant he was free, he might have done according to his own pleasure:
pn31 vbz j, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pns31 vbds j, pns31 vmd vhi vdn vvg p-acp po31 d n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15109
But having made it, he is bound, he is held to it, and may not vary.
But having made it, he is bound, he is held to it, and may not vary.
cc-acp vhg vvn pn31, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cc vmb xx vvi.
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15110
Now he must forgive our sins, (ours that believe) or else he is unrighteous,
Now he must forgive our Sins, (ours that believe) or Else he is unrighteous,
av pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, (png12 cst vvb) cc av pns31 vbz j,
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15111
as the Apostle John insinuates, 1 Joh. 1.19. He is faithful and just to forgive our sins:
as the Apostle John insinuates, 1 John 1.19. He is faithful and just to forgive our Sins:
c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd. pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi po12 n2:
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15112
Now he must reward our labour, or else he is unrighteous, as the Apostle speaks, Heb. 6.10. The Lord is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour.
Now he must reward our labour, or Else he is unrighteous, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 6.10. The Lord is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour.
av pns31 vmb vvi po12 n1, cc av pns31 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po22 n1 cc n1.
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15113
He doth not say, the Lord is not unmerciful, but the Lord is not unrighteous:
He does not say, the Lord is not unmerciful, but the Lord is not unrighteous:
pns31 vdz xx vvi, dt n1 vbz xx j, cc-acp dt n1 vbz xx j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15114
Now he must give us everlasting rest, and render everlasting trouble to our enemies, or else he is unrighteous:
Now he must give us everlasting rest, and render everlasting trouble to our enemies, or Else he is unrighteous:
av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 j n1, cc vvi j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc av pns31 vbz j:
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15115
And therefore saith the same Apostle, 2 Thess. 1.6. It is a righteous thing with God to render tribulation to them that trouble you,
And Therefore Says the same Apostle, 2 Thess 1.6. It is a righteous thing with God to render tribulation to them that trouble you,
cc av vvz dt d n1, crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22,
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15116
and to you who are troubled, rest with us. and to you who Are troubled, rest with us.
cc p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr vvn, n1 p-acp pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1975
Page 529
15117
And therefore when we pray for the pardon of our sins, the acceptance of our labours,
And Therefore when we pray for the pardon of our Sins, the acceptance of our labours,
cc av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2,
(61) part (DIV2)
1976
Page 529
15118
or any other good thing comprehended in the Covenant, from the beginning of it to the end:
or any other good thing comprehended in the Covenant, from the beginning of it to the end:
cc d j-jn j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1:
(61) part (DIV2)
1976
Page 529
15119
Let us fix our serious thoughts, not only on the mercy, but also on the justice and the righteousness of God,
Let us fix our serious thoughts, not only on the mercy, but also on the Justice and the righteousness of God,
vvb pno12 vvi po12 j n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1,
(61) part (DIV2)
1976
Page 529
15120
and we shall find it will exceedingly confirm our wavering faith, while we consider that his righteousness is bound for the performance of his promises;
and we shall find it will exceedingly confirm our wavering faith, while we Consider that his righteousness is bound for the performance of his promises;
cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31 n1 av-vvg vvi po12 j-vvg n1, cs pns12 vvb cst po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2;
(61) part (DIV2)
1976
Page 529
15121
and that as sure as God is righteous, he will with-hold no good thing from us.
and that as sure as God is righteous, he will withhold no good thing from us.
cc cst p-acp j c-acp np1 vbz j, pns31 vmb vvi dx j n1 p-acp pno12.
(61) part (DIV2)
1976
Page 529
15122
JOHN 17.25. The world hath not known thee.JOHN 17.25. The world hath not known thee.
np1 crd. dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1976
Page 530
15123
OUR Saviour having ended the petitionary part, is at length come to the conclusion of his prayer:
OUR Saviour having ended the petitionary part, is At length come to the conclusion of his prayer:
po12 n1 vhg vvn dt j n1, vbz p-acp n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1978
Page 530
15124
In which he shews the Father reason why he should be heard in all that he hath been a Suitor for in the behalf of true believers.
In which he shows the Father reason why he should be herd in all that he hath been a Suitor for in the behalf of true believers.
p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d cst pns31 vhz vbn dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1978
Page 530
15168
He means not, that they know him not at all, but they know him not aright.
He means not, that they know him not At all, but they know him not aright.
pns31 vvz xx, cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno31 xx av.
(62) part (DIV2)
1986
Page 531
15125
(viz:) Because himself and they were inwardly acquainted with him, whereas all the world besides were strangers to him, as I have noted heretofore.(videlicet:) Because himself and they were inwardly acquainted with him, whereas all the world beside were Strangers to him, as I have noted heretofore.
(av:) p-acp px31 cc pns32 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp pno31, cs d dt n1 a-acp vbdr n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn av.
(62) part (DIV2)
1978
Page 530
15126
In this conclusion of our Saviours prayer, have been considered two things. To whom he speaks, and What he speaks.
In this conclusion of our Saviors prayer, have been considered two things. To whom he speaks, and What he speaks.
p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, vhb vbn vvn crd n2. p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc q-crq pns31 vvz.
(62) part (DIV2)
1979
Page 530
15127
First, To whom he speaks, and this you see my brethren, is to God, whom he stileth Righteous Father. Secondly then in the next place, What he speaks;
First, To whom he speaks, and this you see my brothers, is to God, whom he styleth Righteous Father. Secondly then in the next place, What he speaks;
ord, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc d pn22 vvb po11 n2, vbz p-acp np1, ro-crq pns31 vvz j n1. ord av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pns31 vvz;
(62) part (DIV2)
1979
Page 530
15128
and here is something that he speaks against the world, and something that he speaks for himself and true believers. 1. Here is something that he speaks against the world, the world hath not known thee.
and Here is something that he speaks against the world, and something that he speaks for himself and true believers. 1. Here is something that he speaks against the world, the world hath not known thee.
cc av vbz pi cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc pi cst pns31 vvz p-acp px31 cc j n2. crd av vbz pi cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1979
Page 530
15129
2. Then here is something that he speaks for himself and true believers, but I have known thee,
2. Then Here is something that he speaks for himself and true believers, but I have known thee,
crd av av vbz pi cst pns31 vvz p-acp px31 cc j n2, p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21,
(62) part (DIV2)
1979
Page 530
15130
and these have known that thou hast sent me. and these have known that thou hast sent me.
cc d vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(62) part (DIV2)
1979
Page 530
15131
To whom our Saviour speaks as he is set forth by his title and his attribute, hath been considered heretofore.
To whom our Saviour speaks as he is Set forth by his title and his attribute, hath been considered heretofore.
p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvz c-acp pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, vhz vbn vvn av.
(62) part (DIV2)
1980
Page 530
15132
The thing which we have now in hand, is what he speaks, and more particularly what he speaks against the world.
The thing which we have now in hand, is what he speaks, and more particularly what he speaks against the world.
dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av p-acp n1, vbz q-crq pns31 vvz, cc av-dc av-j r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1980
Page 530
15133
Oh Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee. O Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee.
uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1980
Page 530
15134
We have observed heretofore out of the ninth verse of this Chapter that he speaks not for the world.
We have observed heretofore out of the ninth verse of this Chapter that he speaks not for the world.
pns12 vhb vvn av av pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15135
No, it is utterly excluded from having any share at all in our Saviours intercession:
No, it is utterly excluded from having any share At all in our Saviors Intercession:
uh-dx, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp vhg d n1 p-acp d p-acp po12 ng1 n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15136
let their case be what it will, let their necessities be what they will, Christ even leaves them to themselves,
let their case be what it will, let their necessities be what they will, christ even leaves them to themselves,
vvb po32 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, vvb po32 n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, np1 av vvz pno32 p-acp px32,
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15137
and never interposes for them to the Father. Nay, which is worse, he speaks against them.
and never interposes for them to the Father. Nay, which is Worse, he speaks against them.
cc av-x vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. uh-x, r-crq vbz av-jc, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15138
He speaks against the world, as you hear him in my text.
He speaks against the world, as you hear him in my text.
pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp po11 n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15139
You see he cannot end his prayer, but he must have a parting blow at them (Oh righteous Father, the world hath not known thee,) to kindle and exasperate his wrath against them.
You see he cannot end his prayer, but he must have a parting blow At them (O righteous Father, the world hath not known thee,) to kindle and exasperate his wrath against them.
pn22 vvb pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32 (uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21,) pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15140
It hath not known thee with a knowledge of affection; they have not known thee so as to love thee and obey thee.
It hath not known thee with a knowledge of affection; they have not known thee so as to love thee and obey thee.
pn31 vhz xx vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pns32 vhb xx vvn pno21 av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno21 cc vvi pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15141
They are strangers, yea, they are enemies to thee.
They Are Strangers, yea, they Are enemies to thee.
pns32 vbr n2, uh, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15142
Let justice have its course against them, let it be executed on them to the utmost.
Let Justice have its course against them, let it be executed on them to the utmost.
vvb n1 vhi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vvb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j.
(62) part (DIV2)
1981
Page 530
15143
This I have glanced at only from the general, that Christ speaks against the world. Proceed we more particularly to consider what he speaks against the world.
This I have glanced At only from the general, that christ speaks against the world. Proceed we more particularly to Consider what he speaks against the world.
d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n1. vvb pns12 av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1982
Page 530
15144
Oh Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee. O Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee.
uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1982
Page 530
15167
So that it is not mundus mundus, but mundus immundus, as Austin calls it. It is the unbelieving and unsanctified world, saith our Saviour, knows not God.
So that it is not World World, but World Impure, as Austin calls it. It is the unbelieving and unsanctified world, Says our Saviour, knows not God.
av cst pn31 vbz xx fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1 vvz pn31. pn31 vbz dt vvg cc j n1, vvz po12 n1, vvz xx np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1986
Page 531
15145
And here I shall unfold the terms, and come to a more special observation. Two things we have to be enquired and resolved. 1. Whom our Saviour means by world. 2. What he intendeth when he affirmeth of the world, that it doth not know God.
And Here I shall unfold the terms, and come to a more special observation. Two things we have to be inquired and resolved. 1. Whom our Saviour means by world. 2. What he intends when he Affirmeth of the world, that it does not know God.
cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt n2, cc vvb p-acp dt av-dc j n1. crd n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. crd ro-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp n1. crd r-crq pns31 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1983
Page 530
15146
As for the first of these, The world imports not here the frame and frabrique of the world (as it doth sometimes in Scripture) but the people of the world.
As for the First of these, The world imports not Here the frame and frabrique of the world (as it does sometime in Scripture) but the people of the world.
c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f d, dt n1 vvz xx av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp pn31 vdz av p-acp n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1984
Page 530
15147
And yet not all the people of the world neither: for Jesus Christ immediately excepts himself and true believers.
And yet not all the people of the world neither: for jesus christ immediately excepts himself and true believers.
cc av xx d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-dx: c-acp np1 np1 av-j vvz px31 cc j n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1984
Page 530
15148
The world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known thee, The world you see is set in opposition here to Christ and his Disciples.The world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known thee, The world you see is Set in opposition Here to christ and his Disciples.
dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cc d vhb vvn pno21, dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz vvn p-acp n1 av p-acp np1 cc po31 n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1984
Page 531
15149
So that our Saviour by the world intends all the people in the world besides himself and true believers.
So that our Saviour by the world intends all the people in the world beside himself and true believers.
av cst po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31 cc j n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1984
Page 531
15150
Now of all these he saith expresly that they know not God.
Now of all these he Says expressly that they know not God.
av pp-f d d pns31 vvz av-j cst pns32 vvb xx np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15151
You must not understand it absolutely, that they know him not at all, in no respect and under no consideration.
You must not understand it absolutely, that they know him not At all, in no respect and under no consideration.
pn22 vmb xx vvi pn31 av-j, cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d, p-acp dx n1 cc p-acp dx n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15152
The very Heathen know him in a sense and in a measure.
The very Heathen know him in a sense and in a measure.
dt j j-jn vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15153
There is NONLATINALPHABET, somewhat to be known of God, by the works of the creation, and by the things that he hath made, Rom. 1.19. even by the book of Creatures which the Heathens have and study.
There is, somewhat to be known of God, by the works of the creation, and by the things that he hath made, Rom. 1.19. even by the book of Creatures which the heathens have and study.
pc-acp vbz, av pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn, np1 crd. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq dt n2-jn vhb cc vvi.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15154
And therefore it is charged upon them afterwards at ver. 21. that when they knew God, they glorified him not as God;
And Therefore it is charged upon them afterwards At for. 21. that when they knew God, they glorified him not as God;
cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 av p-acp p-acp. crd cst c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1;
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15155
They did not glorifie him according to their knowledge of him.
They did not Glorify him according to their knowledge of him.
pns32 vdd xx vvi pno31 vvg p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15156
And if the Heathen, who have but the Book of Creatures, know the Lord a little;
And if the Heathen, who have but the Book of Creatures, know the Lord a little;
cc cs dt j-jn, r-crq vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb dt n1 dt j;
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15157
Professed Christians, who have the Book of Scriptures, know him more.
Professed Christians, who have the Book of Scriptures, know him more.
j-vvn np1, r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb pno31 av-dc.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15158
I say, professed Christians who have no interest at all in Christ, no truth of saving grace in them,
I say, professed Christians who have no Interest At all in christ, no truth of Saving grace in them,
pns11 vvb, vvn np1 q-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp np1, dx n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp pno32,
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15159
even these may go far in a notional, speculative, discoursive knowledge of the Lord, beyond many sound believers:
even these may go Far in a notional, speculative, discursive knowledge of the Lord, beyond many found believers:
av d vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt j, j, j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d j n2:
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15160
and yet these are of the world.
and yet these Are of the world.
cc av d vbr pp-f dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15161
So that our Saviour means not absolutely when he saith to his Father here, The world hath not known thee, q. d.
So that our Saviour means not absolutely when he Says to his Father Here, The world hath not known thee, q. worser.
av cst po12 n1 vvz xx av-j c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21, vvd. sy.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15162
they have not known thee at all:
they have not known thee At all:
pns32 vhb xx vvn pno21 p-acp d:
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15163
But they have not known thee so, in such a manner, and with such a kind of knowledge as I and true believers do.
But they have not known thee so, in such a manner, and with such a kind of knowledge as I and true believers do.
cc-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn pno21 av, p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns11 cc j n2 vdb.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15164
Oh Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me, O Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me,
uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cc d vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11,
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15165
and I have declared unto them thy name, all that is necessary to be known of thee.and I have declared unto them thy name, all that is necessary to be known of thee.
cc pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, d d vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1985
Page 531
15166
You see the meaning of the words, The world here is opposed to Jesus Christ and true believers:
You see the meaning of the words, The world Here is opposed to jesus christ and true believers:
pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 av vbz vvn p-acp np1 np1 cc j n2:
(62) part (DIV2)
1986
Page 531
15169
How and in what respects they know him not a right, I shall open by and by;
How and in what respects they know him not a right, I shall open by and by;
np1 cc p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vvb pno31 xx dt n-jn, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp cc a-acp;
(62) part (DIV2)
1987
Page 531
15170
In the mean time the Point is this.
In the mean time the Point is this.
p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbz d.
(62) part (DIV2)
1987
Page 531
15171
DOCTRINE. That unbelievers and unsanctified persons know not God, at least they know him not in such a manner,DOCTRINE. That unbelievers and unsanctified Persons know not God, At lest they know him not in such a manner,
n1. cst n2 cc j n2 vvb xx np1, p-acp cs pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d dt n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1987
Page 531
15172
and with such a knowledge as they ought to do. This is the usual Character of such in Scripture:
and with such a knowledge as they ought to do. This is the usual Character of such in Scripture:
cc p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1987
Page 531
15173
This is the Character of unbelieving Heathens, they are the Gentiles that know not God, 1 Thes. 4.5. This is the Character of unbelieving Christians, they know not God, and obey not the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, 1 Thes. 1.8.
This is the Character of unbelieving heathens, they Are the Gentiles that know not God, 1 Thebes 4.5. This is the Character of unbelieving Christians, they know not God, and obey not the Gospel of the Lord jesus christ, 1 Thebes 1.8.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg n2-jn, pns32 vbr dt n2-j cst vvb xx np1, vvn np1 crd. d vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg np1, pns32 vvb xx np1, cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, vvn np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 531
15174
So that all unbelieving and unsanctified persons, whether they be Heathens or professed Christians, are ignorant of God:
So that all unbelieving and unsanctified Persons, whither they be heathens or professed Christians, Are ignorant of God:
av cst d vvg cc j n2, cs pns32 vbb n2-jn cc j-vvn np1, vbr j pp-f np1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 531
15175
yea though they discourse of him, and that excellently too, and pretend acquaintance with him, as those whom the Apostle mentions, Tit. 1.16. They profess they know God, but in works they deny him.
yea though they discourse of him, and that excellently too, and pretend acquaintance with him, as those whom the Apostle mentions, Tit. 1.16. They profess they know God, but in works they deny him.
uh cs pns32 vvb pp-f pno31, cc cst av-j av, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp d r-crq dt n1 n2, np1 crd. pns32 vvb pns32 vvb np1, cc-acp p-acp n2 pns32 vvb pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 531
15176
Yea, though they cry to God, as Israel did, my God, we know thee, while they cast off the thing that is good;
Yea, though they cry to God, as Israel did, my God, we know thee, while they cast off the thing that is good;
uh, cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vdd, po11 np1, pns12 vvb pno21, cs pns32 vvd a-acp dt n1 cst vbz j;
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 532
15177
Hosea 8.2, 3. yet they know not God indeed.
Hosea 8.2, 3. yet they know not God indeed.
np1 crd, crd av pns32 vvb xx np1 av.
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 532
15178
Their knowledge of him is not right and sound, and consequently is not worthy of the name of knowledge,
Their knowledge of him is not right and found, and consequently is not worthy of the name of knowledge,
po32 n1 pp-f pno31 vbz xx j-jn cc j, cc av-j vbz xx j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 532
15179
as I shall evidently clear it to you in a few particulars.
as I shall evidently clear it to you in a few particulars.
c-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt d n2-j.
(62) part (DIV2)
1988
Page 532
15180
Unbelievers, &c. know not God in such a manner, and with such a kind of knowledge as they ought to do, in that they know him not with an affective knowledge,
Unbelievers, etc. know not God in such a manner, and with such a kind of knowledge as they ought to do, in that they know him not with an affective knowledge,
n2, av vvb xx np1 p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, p-acp cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp dt j n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15181
so as to love him and delight in him. Knowledge in Scripture doth connote affection:
so as to love him and delight in him. Knowledge in Scripture does connote affection:
av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31. n1 p-acp n1 vdz vvi n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15182
and that which carries not the heart and the affections with it, deserveth not the name of knowledge.
and that which carries not the heart and the affections with it, deserveth not the name of knowledge.
cc cst r-crq vvz xx dt n1 cc dt n2 p-acp pn31, vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15183
And therefore men are frequently affirmed in Scripture, not to know that which they do not like and love.
And Therefore men Are frequently affirmed in Scripture, not to know that which they do not like and love.
cc av n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns32 vdb xx av-j cc vvi.
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15184
The Ox knows his owner, &c. but Israel knows not me, saith God, Isa. 1.3.The Ox knows his owner, etc. but Israel knows not me, Says God, Isaiah 1.3.
dt n1 vvz po31 n1, av p-acp np1 vvz xx pno11, vvz np1, np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15185
Why certainly they knew him, if any people under Heaven knew him with a discursive and a speculative knowledge.
Why Certainly they knew him, if any people under Heaven knew him with a discursive and a speculative knowledge.
q-crq av-j pns32 vvd pno31, cs d n1 p-acp n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15186
I but they knew him not with an affective knowledge:
I but they knew him not with an affective knowledge:
pns11 cc-acp pns32 vvd pno31 xx p-acp dt j n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15187
Their knowledge of him drew not out their hearts to him, and therefore in the Lords interpretation and construction, it was no knowledge:
Their knowledge of him drew not out their hearts to him, and Therefore in the lords Interpretation and construction, it was no knowledge:
po32 n1 pp-f pno31 vvd xx av po32 n2 p-acp pno31, cc av p-acp dt n2 n1 cc n1, pn31 vbds dx n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15188
For he saith of them expresly, Israel hath not known me.
For he Says of them expressly, Israel hath not known me.
c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f pno32 av-j, np1 vhz xx vvn pno11.
(62) part (DIV2)
1989
Page 532
15189
In that they know him not with an effective knowledge so as to serve him and obey him:
In that they know him not with an effective knowledge so as to serve him and obey him:
p-acp cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp dt j n1 av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31:
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15190
with such a knowledge as brings forth practice and obedience. That which is separate from this, is no knowledge.
with such a knowledge as brings forth practice and Obedience. That which is separate from this, is no knowledge.
p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz av n1 cc n1. d r-crq vbz j p-acp d, vbz dx n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15191
In which respect it is that the Apostle stiles it NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 2.20. A form of knowledge. There is the shew, but not the truth.
In which respect it is that the Apostle stile it, Rom. 2.20. A from of knowledge. There is the show, but not the truth.
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15192
When Christ is said in Scripture to have known no sin, we cannot understand it to be meant of intellectual knowledge,
When christ is said in Scripture to have known no since, we cannot understand it to be meant of intellectual knowledge,
c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi vvn dx n1, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f j n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15193
for then he could not have discoursed of it;
for then he could not have discoursed of it;
c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn pp-f pn31;
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15194
so that he knew no sin, in Paul, is, he did no sin, in Peter. They that knew God, Rom. 1.18. because they did not live accordingly, and glorified him not as God, are therefore said not to have kept him and retained him in their knowledge, ver. 28. God made his wayes and statutes known to Israel, he dealt not so with any Nation.
so that he knew no since, in Paul, is, he did no since, in Peter. They that knew God, Rom. 1.18. Because they did not live accordingly, and glorified him not as God, Are Therefore said not to have kept him and retained him in their knowledge, ver. 28. God made his ways and statutes known to Israel, he dealt not so with any nation.
av cst pns31 vvd dx n1, p-acp np1, vbz, pns31 vdd dx n1, p-acp np1. pns32 d vvd np1, np1 crd. c-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi av-vvg, cc vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1, vbr av vvn xx pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 cc vvd pno31 p-acp po32 n1, fw-la. crd np1 vvd po31 n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvd xx av p-acp d n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15195
And yet even of them he saith, It is a people that do err in their hearts,
And yet even of them he Says, It is a people that do err in their hearts,
cc av av pp-f pno32 pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vdb vvi p-acp po32 n2,
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15196
and they have not known my wayes, Psal. 95.10. Brethren, there is an error in the heart as well as in the brain;and they have not known my ways, Psalm 95.10. Brothers, there is an error in the heart as well as in the brain;
cc pns32 vhb xx vvn po11 n2, np1 crd. n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15197
and a kind of ignorance arising from the will, as well as from the understanding, and this takes off the name of knowledge from that which is but speculation only.
and a kind of ignorance arising from the will, as well as from the understanding, and this Takes off the name of knowledge from that which is but speculation only.
cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc d vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp n1 av-j.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15198
And therefore sinners are universally termed NONLATINALPHABET ignorant, erring persons, Heb. 5.2.
And Therefore Sinners Are universally termed ignorant, erring Persons, Hebrew 5.2.
cc av n2 vbr av-j vvn j, j-vvg n2, np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15199
And that alone is (by the Holy Ghost) thought worthy of the name of knowledge, that sinketh from the brain into the heart,
And that alone is (by the Holy Ghost) Thought worthy of the name of knowledge, that sinks from the brain into the heart,
cc cst av-j vbz (p-acp dt j n1) vvd j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15200
and so appeareth in the life, setting all on work for God:
and so appears in the life, setting all on work for God:
cc av vvz p-acp dt n1, vvg d p-acp n1 p-acp np1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15201
In which respect it is the Covenant of the Lord with his people that he will put his Law into their inward parts,
In which respect it is the Covenant of the Lord with his people that he will put his Law into their inward parts,
p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2,
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15202
and write it in their hearts. Not in their minds and understandings only the seat and principle of speculation;and write it in their hearts. Not in their minds and understandings only the seat and principle of speculation;
cc vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2. xx p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15203
but in their hearts the principle of action;
but in their hearts the principle of actium;
cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15204
So that they shall not only have it in their minds to know it, but in their hearts to practice it, and to obey it.
So that they shall not only have it in their minds to know it, but in their hearts to practice it, and to obey it.
av cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vhi pn31 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15205
This, only this is right knowledge. A good understanding have all they that do his Commandments, Psal. 119.10. They only understand and know the Lord effectually, and savingly, that obey the will of God.
This, only this is right knowledge. A good understanding have all they that do his commandments, Psalm 119.10. They only understand and know the Lord effectually, and savingly, that obey the will of God.
np1, av-j d vbz j-jn n1. dt j n1 vhb d pns32 cst vdb po31 n2, np1 crd. pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1 av-j, cc av-vvg, cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 532
15206
Hereby we know we know him (as we ought to do) if we keep his Commandments.
Hereby we know we know him (as we ought to do) if we keep his commandments.
av pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pno31 (c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi) cs pns12 vvb po31 n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 533
15207
Others may have understanding, only these have good understanding.
Others may have understanding, only these have good understanding.
ng2-jn vmb vhi n1, av-j d vhb j n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 533
15208
For this God sets the finger of a hand against Josiah, to point him out to special observation, Jer. 22.16. He judged the cause of the poor and needy;
For this God sets the finger of a hand against Josiah, to point him out to special observation, Jer. 22.16. He judged the cause of the poor and needy;
p-acp d np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp j n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j;
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 533
15209
was not this to know me? saith the Lord. q. d. was not this to know me? Says the Lord. q. worser.
vbds xx d pc-acp vvi pno11? vvz dt n1. sy. sy.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 533
15210
This was knowledge to the purpose, this was true and real knowledge of the Lord indeed.
This was knowledge to the purpose, this was true and real knowledge of the Lord indeed.
d vbds n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbds j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 av.
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 533
15211
which made him strict and carefull in the performance of his duty. In that that they know him not in Christ:
which made him strict and careful in the performance of his duty. In that that they know him not in christ:
r-crq vvd pno31 j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp d cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp np1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1990
Page 533
15212
and to know God out of Christ is all one as not to know him, as I have shewed at large out of the third verse of this Chapter.
and to know God out of christ is all one as not to know him, as I have showed At large out of the third verse of this Chapter.
cc pc-acp vvi np1 av pp-f np1 vbz d pi p-acp xx pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp j av pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f d n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1991
Page 533
15213
This shall suffice for clearing of the Observation, That unbelievers and unsanctified persons know not God:
This shall suffice for clearing of the Observation, That unbelievers and unsanctified Persons know not God:
d vmb vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, cst n2 cc j n2 vvb xx np1:
(62) part (DIV2)
1991
Page 533
15214
At least they know him not in such a manner and with such a kind of knowledge as they ought to do:
At lest they know him not in such a manner and with such a kind of knowledge as they ought to do:
p-acp cs pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d dt n1 cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi:
(62) part (DIV2)
1991
Page 533
15215
in that they know him not with an affective knowledge, they know him not with an effective knowledge,
in that they know him not with an affective knowledge, they know him not with an effective knowledge,
p-acp cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp dt j n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1991
Page 533
15216
and they know him not in Christ.
and they know him not in christ.
cc pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1991
Page 533
15217
But what may be the causes why the unbelieving world is so ignorant of God? I shall lay them open to you both with relation to the unbelieving world Heathen,
But what may be the Causes why the unbelieving world is so ignorant of God? I shall lay them open to you both with Relation to the unbelieving world Heathen,
cc-acp q-crq vmb vbi dt n2 c-crq dt vvg n1 vbz av j pp-f np1? pns11 vmb vvi pno32 vvi p-acp pn22 d p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 j-jn,
(62) part (DIV2)
1992
Page 533
15218
and with relation to the unbelieving world Christian; Christian I mean in name, though not in truth.
and with Relation to the unbelieving world Christian; Christian I mean in name, though not in truth.
cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 np1; np1 pns11 vvb p-acp n1, cs xx p-acp n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1992
Page 533
15219
First, for the unbelieving world Heathen, it is no wonder that they know not God,
First, for the unbelieving world Heathen, it is no wonder that they know not God,
ord, p-acp dt vvg n1 j-jn, pn31 vbz dx n1 cst pns32 vvb xx np1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1993
Page 533
15220
for they have no means to know him in such a manner as is necessary to salvation.
for they have no means to know him in such a manner as is necessary to salvation.
c-acp pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1993
Page 533
15221
Its true that even they have means to know him in a common way, as the Apostle shews and proves, Rom. 1.19, 20. That which may be known (conceive it naturally known) of God, is manifest to them, that is, the Heathen,
Its true that even they have means to know him in a Common Way, as the Apostle shows and Proves, Rom. 1.19, 20. That which may be known (conceive it naturally known) of God, is manifest to them, that is, the Heathen,
pn31|vbz j cst av pns32 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz cc vvz, np1 crd, crd d r-crq vmb vbi vvn (vvb pn31 av-j vvn) pp-f np1, vbz j p-acp pno32, cst vbz, dt j-jn,
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15222
for God hath shewed it even to them; There is an Image and resemblance of him stampt upon the Creatures.
for God hath showed it even to them; There is an Image and resemblance of him stamped upon the Creatures.
c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31 av p-acp pno32; pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 vvd p-acp dt n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15223
There are apparent characters, and footsteps and impressions of the Godhead, of his power and wisdom, set upon every thing which he hath made, which may be looked upon by every eye.
There Are apparent characters, and footsteps and impressions of the Godhead, of his power and Wisdom, Set upon every thing which he hath made, which may be looked upon by every eye.
pc-acp vbr j n2, cc n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15224
How doth his glory shine, my brethren, in the rare and admirable structure of the world, the glorious frame of Heaven and earth!
How does his glory shine, my brothers, in the rare and admirable structure of the world, the glorious frame of Heaven and earth!
q-crq vdz po31 n1 vvi, po11 n2, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1!
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15225
And hence it is that David saith, The Heavens declare the glory of God, &c. Psal. 19.1. Indeed he tells us afterwards, the Law of the Lord is perfect.
And hence it is that David Says, The Heavens declare the glory of God, etc. Psalm 19.1. Indeed he tells us afterwards, the Law of the Lord is perfect.
cc av pn31 vbz cst np1 vvz, dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, av np1 crd. av pns31 vvz pno12 av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j.
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15226
The word of God, and that alone, is a compleat and perfect help to bring us to the knowledge of God.
The word of God, and that alone, is a complete and perfect help to bring us to the knowledge of God.
dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst av-j, vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15227
But yet there is some declaration of him in the Creatures, the Heavens declare the glory of God.
But yet there is Some declaration of him in the Creatures, the Heavens declare the glory of God.
p-acp av pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n2, dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15228
And this means the Heathens have.
And this means the heathens have.
cc d vvz dt n2-jn vhb.
(62) part (DIV2)
1994
Page 533
15229
The Creatures catechise them and instruct them in the knowledge of a God, as Job shewes, Chap. 12.7.
The Creatures catechise them and instruct them in the knowledge of a God, as Job shows, Chap. 12.7.
dt n2 vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, c-acp n1 vvz, np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
1995
Page 533
15230
Ask now the Beasts and they shall teach thee, the Fowls and they shall tell thee, speak to the Earth and it shall teach thee, Ask now the Beasts and they shall teach thee, the Fowls and they shall tell thee, speak to the Earth and it shall teach thee,
vvb av dt n2 cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21, dt n2 cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc pn31 vmb vvi pno21,
(62) part (DIV2)
1995
Page 533
15231
and Fishes of the Sea shall declare to thee.
and Fish of the Sea shall declare to thee.
cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
1995
Page 533
15232
Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of God hath wrought this? And therefore the Apostle tells us that even they the Heathen knew God, Rom. 1.21.Who Knoweth not in all these that the hand of God hath wrought this? And Therefore the Apostle tells us that even they the Heathen knew God, Rom. 1.21.
q-crq vvz xx p-acp d d cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn d? cc av dt n1 vvz pno12 cst av pns32 dt j-jn vvd np1, np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
1995
Page 533
15233
But now they have no means to know him savingly in Christ;
But now they have no means to know him savingly in christ;
p-acp av pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-vvg p-acp np1;
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 533
15234
And this is life eternal, to know thee the only true God and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. And this is life Eternal, to know thee the only true God and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
cc d vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1 cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 533
15235
This knowledge is not written in the Creature Book, and they have not the Scripture Book,
This knowledge is not written in the Creature Book, and they have not the Scripture Book,
d n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, cc pns32 vhb xx dt n1 n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 533
15236
and how then should they come to it? Its true that God is written in the Creature Book,
and how then should they come to it? Its true that God is written in the Creature Book,
cc c-crq av vmd pns32 vvi p-acp pn31? po31 j cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 533
15237
but not a word of Christ there. God is written in the Heart Book, but not a word of Christ there neither;
but not a word of christ there. God is written in the Heart Book, but not a word of christ there neither;
cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp. np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp d;
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 534
15238
The Law is written in the heart by nature, but there are no impressions of the Gospel, which is the word of Christ, Col. 3.16.The Law is written in the heart by nature, but there Are no impressions of the Gospel, which is the word of christ, Col. 3.16.
dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbr dx n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 534
15239
And hence it is that all the Nations of the world have groped after God and found him too, as Acts 17.27. Let a man run from East to West, let him ransake all Nations, and where he findeth any men, there he shall find some notice of God.
And hence it is that all the nations of the world have groped After God and found him too, as Acts 17.27. Let a man run from East to West, let him ransake all nations, and where he finds any men, there he shall find Some notice of God.
cc av pn31 vbz cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb vvd p-acp np1 cc vvd pno31 av, c-acp n2 crd. vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno31 vvi d n2, cc c-crq pns31 vvz d n2, a-acp pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1996
Page 534
15240
But now, my Brethren, among which of all these Nations, who never had the book of Scriptures, shall you find any notice of a Christ, any incling of a Saviour or Redeemer!
But now, my Brothers, among which of all these nations, who never had the book of Scriptures, shall you find any notice of a christ, any incling of a Saviour or Redeemer!
p-acp av, po11 n2, p-acp r-crq pp-f d d n2, r-crq av-x vhd dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb pn22 vvi d n1 pp-f dt np1, d j-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1!
(62) part (DIV2)
1997
Page 534
15241
No, Christ is not so much as named among them, They have no glimpse, no crevice, to give them any light of God in Christ.
No, christ is not so much as nam among them, They have no glimpse, no crevice, to give them any Light of God in christ.
uh-dx, np1 vbz xx av av-d c-acp vvd p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb dx n1, dx n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
1997
Page 534
15242
So that it is no wonder, though the unbelieving world Pagan know him not in this manner,
So that it is no wonder, though the unbelieving world Pagan know him not in this manner,
av cst pn31 vbz dx n1, cs dt vvg n1 j-jn vvb pno31 xx p-acp d n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
1998
Page 534
15243
for they have no means to know him.
for they have no means to know him.
c-acp pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
1998
Page 534
15244
But now the unbelieving world Christian hath the means of this knowledge, and why then do not they know God? true, they have the outward means,
But now the unbelieving world Christian hath the means of this knowledge, and why then do not they know God? true, they have the outward means,
p-acp av dt vvg n1 np1 vhz dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc q-crq av vdb xx pns32 vvi np1? j, pns32 vhb dt j n2,
(62) part (DIV2)
1999
Page 534
15245
but they want the inward means.
but they want the inward means.
cc-acp pns32 vvb dt j n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
1999
Page 534
15246
They have the outward revelation of the word, but they have not the inward revelation of the spirit.
They have the outward Revelation of the word, but they have not the inward Revelation of the Spirit.
pns32 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vhb xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2000
Page 534
15247
And without this it is impossible for any man to know God. And without this it is impossible for any man to know God.
cc p-acp d pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2000
Page 534
15248
And therefore the Apostle prays for the Ephesians that God would give them the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. Chap. 1.17. By which he intimates that without spirit-revelation they could never come to know him.
And Therefore the Apostle prays for the Ephesians that God would give them the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation in the knowledge of him. Chap. 1.17. By which he intimates that without spirit-revelation they could never come to know him.
cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt njp2 cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. np1 crd. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmd av-x vvi pc-acp vvi pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2000
Page 534
15249
Now this spirit-revelation, or unveiling, consists in the removal of a double Veil: the Veil that lies upon the faculty, and the Veil that lies upon the Object.
Now this spirit-revelation, or unveiling, consists in the removal of a double Veil: the Veil that lies upon the faculty, and the Veil that lies upon the Object.
av d n1, cc vvg, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2001
Page 534
15250
1. In the spirit-revelation, which is the only means of knowing God, there must be the removal of the Veil that lies upon the faculty, the understanding.
1. In the spirit-revelation, which is the only means of knowing God, there must be the removal of the Veil that lies upon the faculty, the understanding.
crd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j n2 pp-f vvg np1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15251
The sence must be unveiled, you know, or else we cannot see an object, though it be before us.
The sense must be unveiled, you know, or Else we cannot see an Object, though it be before us.
dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, pn22 vvb, cc av pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp pno12.
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15252
For what can a blindfolded person see? And so it is in this case: for every unbelieving person is blindfolded as it were:
For what can a blindfolded person see? And so it is in this case: for every unbelieving person is blindfolded as it were:
p-acp q-crq vmb av vvn n1 vvi? cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1: c-acp d vvg n1 vbz vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr:
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15253
the God of this world hath blinded his eyes: the God of this world hath blinded his eyes:
dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn po31 n2:
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15254
The Veil is on their heart, that is their understanding, 2 Cor. 3, 15. And this Veil the Holy Ghost must take away;The Veil is on their heart, that is their understanding, 2 Cor. 3, 15. And this Veil the Holy Ghost must take away;
dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, cst vbz po32 n1, crd np1 crd, crd cc d n1 dt j n1 vmb vvi av;
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15255
as in the cited place, or else though God be by a man, (as certainly he is not far from every one of us) he will not see him.
as in the cited place, or Else though God be by a man, (as Certainly he is not Far from every one of us) he will not see him.
c-acp p-acp dt vvn n1, cc av cs np1 vbb p-acp dt n1, (c-acp av-j pns31 vbz xx av-j p-acp d crd pp-f pno12) pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15256
But when once this is removed, then revelata ac detecta facie, as Beza reads it, Then we with open and uncovered face behold the glory of the Lord.
But when once this is removed, then Revelation ac detecta fancy, as Beza reads it, Then we with open and uncovered face behold the glory of the Lord.
p-acp q-crq a-acp d vbz vvn, cs fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, p-acp np1 vvz pn31, av pns12 p-acp j cc j-vvn n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2002
Page 534
15257
2. In that spirit-revelation, which is the only means of knowing God, there must be the removal of the Veil that lies upon the Object;
2. In that spirit-revelation, which is the only means of knowing God, there must be the removal of the Veil that lies upon the Object;
crd p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz dt j n2 pp-f vvg np1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 534
15258
as of the Veil that lies upon the understanding, so of the Veil that lies upon the Gospel, where God is represented to us in a saving way.
as of the Veil that lies upon the understanding, so of the Veil that lies upon the Gospel, where God is represented to us in a Saving Way.
c-acp pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, av pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt vvg n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 534
15259
For you must know (my brethren) that the Gospel is a veiled and a covered thing, it hath a Curtain drawn before it:
For you must know (my brothers) that the Gospel is a veiled and a covered thing, it hath a Curtain drawn before it:
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi (po11 n2) cst dt n1 vbz dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvn n1, pn31 vhz dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31:
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 534
15260
It is a mysterie, a secret thing. Nay it is not only secret in it self, but it is also kept secret.
It is a mystery, a secret thing. Nay it is not only secret in it self, but it is also kept secret.
pn31 vbz dt n1, dt j-jn n1. uh-x pn31 vbz xx av-j j-jn p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz av vvn j-jn.
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 534
15261
Nor NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET, for that is the term that the Apostle uses, Col. 1.26. Not simply dark, or mystical, but hid on purpose, de industria, as Theophilacta observes.
Nor, but, for that is the term that the Apostle uses, Col. 1.26. Not simply dark, or mystical, but hid on purpose, de Industria, as Theophilacta observes.
ccx, cc-acp, p-acp d vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. xx av-j j, cc j, cc-acp vvd p-acp n1, fw-fr fw-la, p-acp np1 vvz.
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 534
15262
Among the Jews it was covered with a veil of types and figures and dark expressions:
Among the jews it was covered with a veil of types and figures and dark expressions:
p-acp dt np2 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 cc j n2:
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 535
15263
And to this day it is hid from natural and carnal men, 2 Cor. 4.3.
And to this day it is hid from natural and carnal men, 2 Cor. 4.3.
cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j cc j n2, crd np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 535
15264
So that however God in Christ be cleerly manifested there, let them do what they are able, still there is something between them and God that hides him from them, that they cannot see him.
So that however God in christ be clearly manifested there, let them do what they Are able, still there is something between them and God that hides him from them, that they cannot see him.
av d c-acp np1 p-acp np1 vbi av-j vvn a-acp, vvb pno32 vdb r-crq pns32 vbr j, av pc-acp vbz pi p-acp pno32 cc np1 cst vvz pno31 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmbx vvi pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 535
15265
And that is the first reason, why unbelieving Christians know not God, because they want the inward means of this knowledge, viz. spirit-revelation.
And that is the First reason, why unbelieving Christians know not God, Because they want the inward means of this knowledge, viz. spirit-revelation.
cc cst vbz dt ord n1, c-crq vvg np1 vvb xx np1, c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n2 pp-f d n1, n1 n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2003
Page 535
15266
And as they want the inward means of finding out this knowledge, when it is closely hidden and covered from them:
And as they want the inward means of finding out this knowledge, when it is closely hidden and covered from them:
cc c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n2 pp-f vvg av d n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32:
(62) part (DIV2)
2004
Page 535
15267
so they want inward capability of receiving this knowledge when it is openly proposed and tendred to them.
so they want inward capability of receiving this knowledge when it is openly proposed and tendered to them.
av pns32 vvb j n1 pp-f vvg d n1 c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
2004
Page 535
15268
They are so far from being able to go forth to fetch it from abroad, that they cannot entertain it when it is brought home to them:
They Are so Far from being able to go forth to fetch it from abroad, that they cannot entertain it when it is brought home to them:
pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp av, cst pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av-an p-acp pno32:
(62) part (DIV2)
2004
Page 535
15269
They have not of themselves by nature so much as a receptivity or an immediate passive capability of saving knowledge.
They have not of themselves by nature so much as a receptivity or an immediate passive capability of Saving knowledge.
pns32 vhb xx pp-f px32 p-acp n1 av av-d c-acp dt n1 cc dt j j n1 pp-f vvg n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2004
Page 535
15270
For there is somewhat in them superfluous, and there is somewhat in them defective: somewhat too much, and somewhat too little.
For there is somewhat in them superfluous, and there is somewhat in them defective: somewhat too much, and somewhat too little.
p-acp pc-acp vbz av p-acp pno32 j, cc pc-acp vbz av p-acp pno32 j: av av av-d, cc av av j.
(62) part (DIV2)
2004
Page 535
15272
And that is carnal reasoning, and carnal wisdom, NONLATINALPHABET, Rom. 8.7. The wondrous perspicuity and sharpness of conceit that is in any man (that is but flesh) is so far from helping him to know God, that it doth but hinder him. And the ground is evident;
And that is carnal reasoning, and carnal Wisdom,, Rom. 8.7. The wondrous perspicuity and sharpness of conceit that is in any man (that is but Flesh) is so Far from helping him to know God, that it does but hinder him. And the ground is evident;
cc cst vbz j n-vvg, cc j n1,, np1 crd. dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp d n1 (cst vbz p-acp n1) vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi np1, cst pn31 vdz p-acp vvi pno31. cc dt n1 vbz j;
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15273
for such a person leanes to his own wisdom, he doth not yield himself up to be taught of God,
for such a person leans to his own Wisdom, he does not yield himself up to be taught of God,
p-acp d dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi px31 a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15274
but weighs those things that are divine and supernatural in the ballance of his reason. As far as that will reach, he is content to go:
but weighs those things that Are divine and supernatural in the balance of his reason. As Far as that will reach, he is content to go:
cc-acp vvz d n2 cst vbr j-jn cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp av-j c-acp d vmb vvi, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi:
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15275
And where that faileth him (as infinitely short it falls) there he desists:
And where that Faileth him (as infinitely short it falls) there he desists:
cc c-crq cst vvz pno31 (c-acp av-j j pn31 vvz) a-acp pns31 vvz:
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15276
and what he is unable to perceive by this, is foolishness to him, as 1 Cor. 2.14. The natural man receiveth not the things of God, for they are foolishness unto him.
and what he is unable to perceive by this, is foolishness to him, as 1 Cor. 2.14. The natural man receives not the things of God, for they Are foolishness unto him.
cc r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, vbz n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp crd np1 crd. dt j n1 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vbr n1 p-acp pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15277
They are not so indeed and in themselves, they are but so to him. He is too wise to take in such foolish things:
They Are not so indeed and in themselves, they Are but so to him. He is too wise to take in such foolish things:
pns32 vbr xx av av cc p-acp px32, pns32 vbr p-acp av p-acp pno31. pns31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2:
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15278
and therefore the Apostle saith, not many wise, 1 Cor. 1.16. and tells us plainly, that if we ever mean to attain to saving knowledge, we must be renewed in the spirit of our mind, Eph. 1.24. that is, in the highest, purest and the most refined part of it.
and Therefore the Apostle Says, not many wise, 1 Cor. 1.16. and tells us plainly, that if we ever mean to attain to Saving knowledge, we must be renewed in the Spirit of our mind, Ephesians 1.24. that is, in the highest, Purest and the most refined part of it.
cc av dt n1 vvz, xx d j, vvn np1 crd. cc vvz pno12 av-j, cst cs pns12 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd. cst vbz, p-acp dt js, js cc dt av-ds j-vvn n1 pp-f pn31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15279
As spirits are the quintessence of things, that are most abstract from dross, and that have least of earth in them;
As spirits Are the quintessence of things, that Are most abstract from dross, and that have least of earth in them;
p-acp n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbr av-ds j-jn p-acp n1, cc cst vhb ds pp-f n1 p-acp pno32;
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15280
Even these must be renewed, or saving knowledge will not be received.
Even these must be renewed, or Saving knowledge will not be received.
av d vmb vbi vvn, cc vvg n1 vmb xx vbi vvn.
(62) part (DIV2)
2005
Page 535
15281
2. In every unbeliever and unsanctified person, as there is something redundant, that repells divine knowledge;
2. In every unbeliever and unsanctified person, as there is something redundant, that repels divine knowledge;
crd p-acp d n1 cc j n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz pi j, cst vvz j-jn n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15282
so there is something wanting to receive it, and that is the spirit of God. Saving truths are often called the things of the spirit, as 1 Cor. 2.14.
so there is something wanting to receive it, and that is the Spirit of God. Saving truths Are often called the things of the Spirit, as 1 Cor. 2.14.
av a-acp vbz pi vvg pc-acp vvi pn31, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. vvg n2 vbr av vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp crd np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15283
Now (my beloved) the things of our own spirits (carnal, natural and worldly things) our own spirits will take in:
Now (my Beloved) the things of our own spirits (carnal, natural and worldly things) our own spirits will take in:
av (po11 j-vvn) dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2 (j, j cc j n2) po12 d n2 vmb vvi p-acp:
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15284
but the things of Gods spirit, Gods spirit only will take in.
but the things of God's Spirit, God's Spirit only will take in.
cc-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, ng1 n1 av-j vmb vvi p-acp.
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15285
Though they be brought home to our doors, if Gods spirit be not there to take them in if he be not at home to entertain them,
Though they be brought home to our doors, if God's Spirit be not there to take them in if he be not At home to entertain them,
cs pns32 vbb vvn av-an p-acp po12 n2, cs npg1 n1 vbb xx a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp cs pns31 vbb xx p-acp n1-an pc-acp vvi pno32,
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15286
and receive them, it is all to no purpose. And this is the case of the natural man:
and receive them, it is all to no purpose. And this is the case of the natural man:
cc vvi pno32, pn31 vbz d p-acp dx n1. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15287
he hath not the spirit of God, and therefore he receiveth not the things of the spirit,
he hath not the Spirit of God, and Therefore he receives not the things of the Spirit,
pns31 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns31 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15288
because he hath no principle within him that is agreeable and suitable unto them.
Because he hath no principle within him that is agreeable and suitable unto them.
c-acp pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbz j cc j p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 535
15308
And thus it is with many Christians. These are the reasons why unbelieving and unsanctified persons know not God. Now to descend to application:
And thus it is with many Christians. These Are the Reasons why unbelieving and unsanctified Persons know not God. Now to descend to application:
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d np1. d vbr dt n2 c-crq vvg cc j n2 vvb xx np1. av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15289
And this is that which the Apostle aims at, when he saith, we speak wisdom to them that are perfect, 1 Cor. 2.6. That is, to them that have all the parts of a spiritual man (whereof the spirit is the principal) the doctrine which we teach is accounted wisdom.
And this is that which the Apostle aims At, when he Says, we speak Wisdom to them that Are perfect, 1 Cor. 2.6. That is, to them that have all the parts of a spiritual man (whereof the Spirit is the principal) the Doctrine which we teach is accounted Wisdom.
cc d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, c-crq pns31 vvz, pns12 vvb n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, vvn np1 crd. cst vbz, p-acp pno32 cst vhb d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 (c-crq dt n1 vbz dt n-jn) dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vbz vvn n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 536
15290
But NONLATINALPHABET, the animal man, the souly man, the man that hath a soul indeed, but no spirit, (I mean none of Gods spirit) he perceives not these things, nor can he know them.
But, the animal man, the souly man, the man that hath a soul indeed, but no Spirit, (I mean none of God's Spirit) he perceives not these things, nor can he know them.
p-acp, dt n1 n1, dt av-j n1, dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 av, cc-acp dx n1, (pns11 vvb pix pp-f npg1 n1) pns31 vvz xx d n2, ccx vmb pns31 vvi pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 536
15291
And why so? because they are spiritually discerned. And he poor man, hath not the spirit to discern them by.
And why so? Because they Are spiritually discerned. And he poor man, hath not the Spirit to discern them by.
cc q-crq av? c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn. cc pns31 j n1, vhz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp.
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 536
15292
And therefore though he hear the words of God and Christ, he never knows the mind of God or Christ,
And Therefore though he hear the words of God and christ, he never knows the mind of God or christ,
cc av cs pns31 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, pns31 av-x vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 536
15293
as it is added in the end of that Chapter. I shall add but one reason more;
as it is added in the end of that Chapter. I shall add but one reason more;
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc;
(62) part (DIV2)
2006
Page 536
15294
unbelievers and unsanctified persons know not God, because as they are of themselves unable, (in the respects which have been mentioned) so they are unwilling also to know God;
unbelievers and unsanctified Persons know not God, Because as they Are of themselves unable, (in the respects which have been mentioned) so they Are unwilling also to know God;
n2 cc j n2 vvb xx np1, c-acp c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f px32 j, (p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn) av pns32 vbr j av pc-acp vvi np1;
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15295
They will not understand, Psal 82.5. They are wilfully ignorant, as 2 Pet. 3.5. God comes and shews himself to them, and they say to God, Depart from us, for we will not the knowledge of thy wayes.
They will not understand, Psalm 82.5. They Are wilfully ignorant, as 2 Pet. 3.5. God comes and shows himself to them, and they say to God, Depart from us, for we will not the knowledge of thy ways.
pns32 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd. pns32 vbr av-j j, c-acp crd np1 crd. np1 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvb p-acp np1, vvb p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vmb xx dt n1 pp-f po21 n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15296
Light is offered, and they shut their eyes against it;
Light is offered, and they shut their eyes against it;
n1 vbz vvn, cc pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pn31;
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15297
So that it may be said of such, Their eyes have they closed, lest they should see with their eyes.
So that it may be said of such, Their eyes have they closed, lest they should see with their eyes.
av cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d, po32 n2 vhb pns32 vvn, cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15298
They need not to ascend up into heaven to bring God down from thence, that they may see him.
They need not to ascend up into heaven to bring God down from thence, that they may see him.
pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp av, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15299
No, the word that manifesteth and revealeth God, is nigh to them, Rom. 10.6. They need not to go far to hear it, and to hear of God in it:
No, the word that manifesteth and Revealeth God, is High to them, Rom. 10.6. They need not to go Far to hear it, and to hear of God in it:
uh-dx, dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz np1, vbz av-j p-acp pno32, np1 crd. pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp pn31:
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15300
But many will not step out of their doors to meet with God, and to be acquainted with him!
But many will not step out of their doors to meet with God, and to be acquainted with him!
cc-acp d vmb xx vvi av pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31!
(62) part (DIV2)
2007
Page 536
15301
If any light break in upon them, by which they have a glimpse of God, they even thrust it out again.
If any Light break in upon them, by which they have a glimpse of God, they even thrust it out again.
cs d n1 vvi p-acp p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 av vvd pn31 av av.
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15302
They do as the Gentiles did, Rom. 1.19. they liked not to retain God in their knowledge.
They do as the Gentiles did, Rom. 1.19. they liked not to retain God in their knowledge.
pns32 vdb p-acp dt n2-j vdd, np1 crd. pns32 vvd xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15303
They had him there, but they liked not to retain him, they had no mind to keep him there:
They had him there, but they liked not to retain him, they had no mind to keep him there:
pns32 vhd pno31 a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vvd xx pc-acp vvi pno31, pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp:
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15304
feign they would put him out again, the apprehension of a God called upon them for love and duty and obedience,
feign they would put him out again, the apprehension of a God called upon them for love and duty and Obedience,
vvb pns32 vmd vvi pno31 av av, dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15305
and was a curb and a restraint from many evils, and therefore they were weary of such thoughts as those,
and was a curb and a restraint from many evils, and Therefore they were weary of such thoughts as those,
cc vbds dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n2-jn, cc av pns32 vbdr j pp-f d n2 c-acp d,
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15306
and sought to chase them from their minds.
and sought to chase them from their minds.
cc vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2.
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15307
To say the truth, they did not like them, and therefore would be rid of them:
To say the truth, they did not like them, and Therefore would be rid of them:
p-acp vvi dt n1, pns32 vdd xx vvi pno32, cc av vmd vbi vvn pp-f pno32:
(62) part (DIV2)
2008
Page 536
15347
and hast revealed thy self to such babes as we are. We bless thy name for this mercy.and hast revealed thy self to such babes as we Are. We bless thy name for this mercy.
cc vh2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vbr. pns12 vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 538
15309
In the first place here we see the misery of unbelieving and unsanctified persons. For all that know not God, are in an infinitely sad condition:
In the First place Here we see the misery of unbelieving and unsanctified Persons. For all that know not God, Are in an infinitely sad condition:
p-acp dt ord n1 av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg cc j n2. p-acp d cst vvb xx np1, vbr p-acp dt av-j j n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15310
They are exposed to his fiercest wrath and most direfull indignation. The ignorant of God, as you may see, Jer 10.28. are made the object of a fearfull imprecation:
They Are exposed to his Fiercest wrath and most direful Indignation. The ignorant of God, as you may see, Jer 10.28. Are made the Object of a fearful imprecation:
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po31 js n1 cc av-ds j n1. dt j pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd. vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15311
yea the ignorant of God among the Heathen, who are deprived of the means, (though not of all,
yea the ignorant of God among the Heathen, who Are deprived of the means, (though not of all,
uh dt j pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vbr vvn pp-f dt n2, (cs xx pp-f d,
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15312
yet) at the least of any saving knowledge of him:
yet) At the least of any Saving knowledge of him:
av) p-acp dt ds pp-f d j-vvg n1 pp-f pno31:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15313
and yet the Prophet prayes, Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that have not known thee:
and yet the Prophet prays, Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that have not known thee:
cc av dt n1 vvz, vvb av po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn cst vhb xx vvn pno21:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15314
And what then will become of the ignorant of God among Christans? If ignorance of God, (yea though it be invincible) expose men to the vengeance of the Lord,
And what then will become of the ignorant of God among Christians? If ignorance of God, (yea though it be invincible) expose men to the vengeance of the Lord,
cc r-crq av vmb vvi pp-f dt j pp-f np1 p-acp n2? cs n1 pp-f np1, (uh a-acp pn31 vbb j) vvb n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15315
and damn them everlastingly, because the knowledge of him is required necessitate medii to salvation:
and damn them everlastingly, Because the knowledge of him is required necessitate medii to salvation:
cc vvi pno32 av-j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 vbz vvn n1 fw-la p-acp n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 536
15316
what will it do if it be wilfull and affected? If Jeremy desire the Lord to pour his fury on the heathen, who yet have not so much as the outward means of knowledge;
what will it do if it be wilful and affected? If Jeremiah desire the Lord to pour his fury on the heathen, who yet have not so much as the outward means of knowledge;
r-crq vmb pn31 vdi cs pn31 vbb j cc j-vvn? cs np1 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq av vhb xx av av-d c-acp dt j vvz pp-f n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15317
What rivers and what floods of indignation think you will be poured out on them who have the means and will not learn nor be instructed by them? what will they do when the day of judgement comes? when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven, &c. rendring vengeance to them that know not God. as 2 Thes. 1.4.8.
What Rivers and what floods of Indignation think you will be poured out on them who have the means and will not Learn nor be instructed by them? what will they do when the day of judgement comes? when the Lord jesus shall be revealed from heaven, etc. rendering vengeance to them that know not God. as 2 Thebes 1.4.8.
q-crq n2 cc q-crq n2 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32 r-crq vhb dt n2 cc vmb xx vvi ccx vbb vvn p-acp pno32? q-crq vmb pns32 vdb c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz? c-crq dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, av vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1. p-acp crd np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15318
I beseech you think upon it and lay it seriously to heart, you that have long enjoyed the means,
I beseech you think upon it and lay it seriously to heart, you that have long enjoyed the means,
pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 cc vvb pn31 av-j p-acp n1, pn22 cst vhb av-j vvn dt n2,
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15319
and yet know very little of the nature or the will of God.
and yet know very little of the nature or the will of God.
cc av vvb av j pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15320
Or if you know with a notional discoursive knowledge, you know him not with an affective and effective knowledge:
Or if you know with a notional discursive knowledge, you know him not with an affective and effective knowledge:
cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt j j n1, pn22 vvb pno31 xx p-acp dt j cc j n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15321
You glorifie him not as God, you do not walk according to your knowledge of him:
You Glorify him not as God, you do not walk according to your knowledge of him:
pn22 vvi pno31 xx c-acp np1, pn22 vdb xx vvi vvg p-acp po22 n1 pp-f pno31:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15322
And so your knowledge is as good as no knowledge;
And so your knowledge is as good as no knowledge;
cc av po22 n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp dx n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15323
You may, and many do delude themselves with this conceit, that though they dye in this condition, the Lord notwithstanding will be mercifull to them.
You may, and many do delude themselves with this conceit, that though they die in this condition, the Lord notwithstanding will be merciful to them.
pn22 vmb, cc d vdb vvi px32 p-acp d n1, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, dt n1 a-acp vmb vbi j p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15324
But as you tender the salvation of your pretious souls, I beseech you to observe that Gods own word is peremptory and express for this, that none that know not God, shall have any share in the mercy of God,
But as you tender the salvation of your precious Souls, I beseech you to observe that God's own word is peremptory and express for this, that none that know not God, shall have any share in the mercy of God,
cc-acp c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 j n2, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi d n2 d n1 vbz j cc j p-acp d, cst pi cst vvb xx np1, vmb vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15325
or in the glory of the world to come.
or in the glory of the world to come.
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15326
Oh continue thy loving kindness to them that know thee, (to them and none but them) saith David, Psal. 36.10. It is a people of no understanding, saith the Prophet of the Jews, Isa. 27.11.O continue thy loving kindness to them that know thee, (to them and none but them) Says David, Psalm 36.10. It is a people of no understanding, Says the Prophet of the jews, Isaiah 27.11.
uh vvb po21 j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno21, (p-acp pno32 cc pix p-acp pno32) vvz np1, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dx n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 crd.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15327
And what follows? Therefore he that made them will have no mercy upon them.
And what follows? Therefore he that made them will have no mercy upon them.
cc q-crq vvz? av pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15328
It is the common apprehension of vulgar and ignorant people, that he that made them will save them too: No, saith the Prophet:
It is the Common apprehension of Vulgar and ignorant people, that he that made them will save them too: No, Says the Prophet:
pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n1, cst pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmb vvi pno32 av: uh-dx, vvz dt n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15329
if they be ignorant of God, he that made them will not have mercy upon them.
if they be ignorant of God, he that made them will not have mercy upon them.
cs pns32 vbb j pp-f np1, pns31 cst vvd pno32 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno32.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15330
They have not known my wayes saith God, unto whom I sware in my wrath, that they should never enter into my rest. They have not known my ways Says God, unto whom I sware in my wrath, that they should never enter into my rest.
pns32 vhb xx vvn po11 n2 vvz np1, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1, cst pns32 vmd av-x vvi p-acp po11 n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2009
Page 537
15331
But you will ask me then, By what means shall we come to know God?
But you will ask me then, By what means shall we come to know God?
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11 av, p-acp r-crq n2 vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi np1?
(62) part (DIV2)
2010
Page 537
15332
Truly there is but one way of coming to the knowledge of him, and that way is Jesus Christ.
Truly there is but one Way of coming to the knowledge of him, and that Way is jesus christ.
av-j pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cc d n1 vbz np1 np1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15333
No man hath seen God at any time, 1 John 18. What then? is he not to be seen or known at all, by any means? Yes,No man hath seen God At any time, 1 John 18. What then? is he not to be seen or known At all, by any means? Yes,
dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, vvn np1 crd q-crq av? vbz pns31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d, p-acp d n2? uh,
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15334
though he be not to be seen, or known immediately in himself, yet mediately in and by the Son he may be known:
though he be not to be seen, or known immediately in himself, yet mediately in and by the Son he may be known:
cs pns31 vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn av-j p-acp px31, av av-j p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn:
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15335
For he hath manifested and revealed him to us. No man hath seen God at any time:
For he hath manifested and revealed him to us. No man hath seen God At any time:
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp pno12. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15336
the only begotten Son that came out of the bosome of the Father he hath declared him. the only begotten Son that Come out of the bosom of the Father he hath declared him.
dt av-j vvn n1 cst vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15337
Indeed it was the business for which our Saviour came into this lower world, to bring God down to us, that we might be acquainted with him:
Indeed it was the business for which our Saviour Come into this lower world, to bring God down to us, that we might be acquainted with him:
av pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp d jc n1, pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31:
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15338
And if ever you see or know God, you must have light from Jesus Christ. I am the light, saith he, John 8.12. He that follows me, shall have the light of life.
And if ever you see or know God, you must have Light from jesus christ. I am the Light, Says he, John 8.12. He that follows me, shall have the Light of life.
cc cs av pn22 vvb cc vvi np1, pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1. pns11 vbm dt n1, vvz pns31, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz pno11, vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15339
And therefore if you would have this light, follow Jesus Christ for it.
And Therefore if you would have this Light, follow jesus christ for it.
cc av cs pn22 vmd vhi d n1, vvb np1 np1 p-acp pn31.
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15340
How you must follow him, so as to fetch this light from him, I have directed you before on the third verse of this Chapter.
How you must follow him, so as to fetch this Light from him, I have directed you before on the third verse of this Chapter.
c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno31, av c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2011
Page 537
15341
Is it so, that unbelievers and unsanctified persons know not God? What cause have true believers then to admire and adore the special mercy of the Lord to them, that they should be acquainted with him? That he should give them the preferment in such a blessed and glorious priviledge as this is? That now they can say to God,
Is it so, that unbelievers and unsanctified Persons know not God? What cause have true believers then to admire and adore the special mercy of the Lord to them, that they should be acquainted with him? That he should give them the preferment in such a blessed and glorious privilege as this is? That now they can say to God,
vbz pn31 av, cst n2 cc j n2 vvb xx np1? q-crq n1 vhb j n2 av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31? cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp d dt j-vvn cc j n1 c-acp d vbz? cst av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 537
15342
as our Saviour in my text, Oh Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but we have known thee.
as our Saviour in my text, O Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but we have known thee.
c-acp po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1, uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno21.
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 537
15343
O Lord, whence is this to us? how is it Lord that thou dost manifest thy self to us and not unto the world,
Oh Lord, whence is this to us? how is it Lord that thou dost manifest thy self to us and not unto the world,
uh n1, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno12? q-crq vbz pn31 n1 cst pns21 vd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno12 cc xx p-acp dt n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 538
15344
as the Disciples said, John 14.22. How comes this to pass Lord? Truly this is free-grace and free-mercy;
as the Disciples said, John 14.22. How comes this to pass Lord? Truly this is Free grace and Free-mercy;
c-acp dt n2 vvd, np1 crd. c-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi n1? av-j d vbz n1 cc n1;
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 538
15345
mercy to be admired and wondred at. Oh let our souls and all that is within us, bless the Lord:
mercy to be admired and wondered At. O let our Souls and all that is within us, bless the Lord:
n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp. uh vvb po12 n2 cc d cst vbz p-acp pno12, vvb dt n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 538
15346
Let us take up our Saviours words, Father, we thank thee that thou hast hid thy self from a world of wise and prudent men,
Let us take up our Saviors words, Father, we thank thee that thou hast hid thy self from a world of wise and prudent men,
vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 ng1 n2, n1, pns12 vvb pno21 cst pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2,
(62) part (DIV2)
2012
Page 538
15348
And truly we have cause to bless him: for this knowledge is our life: keep it, for it is thy life, saith Solomon, Prov. 4.13. and life is a pretious thing.
And truly we have cause to bless him: for this knowledge is our life: keep it, for it is thy life, Says Solomon, Curae 4.13. and life is a precious thing.
cc av-j pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: c-acp d n1 vbz po12 n1: vvb pn31, c-acp pn31 vbz po21 n1, vvz np1, np1 crd. cc n1 vbz dt j n1.
(62) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15349
If we had still remained in the condition that the world is in, we had never known God:
If we had still remained in the condition that the world is in, we had never known God:
cs pns12 vhd av vvn p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vbz p-acp, pns12 vhd av-x vvn np1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15350
we must have died to all eternity: we had been punished with eternal perdition: we could never have enjoyed him who is the God of our life:
we must have died to all eternity: we had been punished with Eternal perdition: we could never have enjoyed him who is the God of our life:
pns12 vmb vhi vvn p-acp d n1: pns12 vhd vbn vvn p-acp j n1: pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1:
(62) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15351
But now we know him so as to love him, we shall be sure to live with him, and that for ever:
But now we know him so as to love him, we shall be sure to live with him, and that for ever:
cc-acp av pns12 vvb pno31 av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc cst p-acp av:
(62) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15352
Nay this is life, yea life eternal, (in regard of the beginning,) such a life as is above the power of death and dissolution,
Nay this is life, yea life Eternal, (in regard of the beginning,) such a life as is above the power of death and dissolution,
uh-x d vbz n1, uh n1 j, (p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1,) d dt n1 c-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(62) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15353
as our Saviour Christ assures us, John 17.3. This is life eternal to know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent.
as our Saviour christ assures us, John 17.3. This is life Eternal to know thee the only true God, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
c-acp po12 n1 np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn.
(62) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15354
JOHN 17.25. But I have known thee, and these have known, &c. AND thus of what our Saviour speaks against the world, Oh Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee. JOHN 17.25. But I have known thee, and these have known, etc. AND thus of what our Saviour speaks against the world, O Righteous Father, the world hath not known thee.
np1 crd. cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cc d vhb vvn, av cc av pp-f r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21.
(63) part (DIV2)
2013
Page 538
15355
Proceed we to know what he speaks for himself and true believers, But I have known thee,
Proceed we to know what he speaks for himself and true believers, But I have known thee,
vvb pns12 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31 cc j n2, p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21,
(63) part (DIV2)
2016
Page 538
15356
and these have known that thou hast sent me. There is no difficulty in the terms requiring any tedious explication.and these have known that thou hast sent me. There is no difficulty in the terms requiring any tedious explication.
cc d vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg d j n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2016
Page 538
15357
I have known thee, saith our Saviour to the Father:I have known thee, Says our Saviour to the Father:
pns11 vhb vvn pno21, vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2017
Page 538
15358
though the world be strangers to thee, yet I am very well acquainted with thee, I know thee inwardly:
though the world be Strangers to thee, yet I am very well acquainted with thee, I know thee inwardly:
cs dt n1 vbb n2 p-acp pno21, av pns11 vbm av av vvn p-acp pno21, pns11 vvb pno21 av-j:
(63) part (DIV2)
2017
Page 538
15359
And my Disciples here have known that thou hast sent me.
And my Disciples Here have known that thou hast sent me.
cc po11 n2 av vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(63) part (DIV2)
2017
Page 538
15360
They have been throughly perswaded that I am a messenger sent forth from thee, to manifest thy nature and thy will to them, which I have done accordingly:
They have been thoroughly persuaded that I am a Messenger sent forth from thee, to manifest thy nature and thy will to them, which I have done accordingly:
pns32 vhb vbn av-j vvn cst pns11 vbm dt n1 vvd av p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc po21 n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq pns11 vhb vdn av-vvg:
(63) part (DIV2)
2017
Page 538
15361
I have declared to them thy name, So they have known thee by my means.I have declared to them thy name, So they have known thee by my means.
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, av pns32 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp po11 n2.
(63) part (DIV2)
2017
Page 538
15362
So that the special thing to be observed here (my brethren,) is the order in which the knowledge of the Father is dispensed.
So that the special thing to be observed Here (my brothers,) is the order in which the knowledge of the Father is dispensed.
av cst dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av (po11 n2,) vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn.
(63) part (DIV2)
2018
Page 538
15363
First Christ the Mediator knows him, he is acquainted with him in the first place: I know thee, saith our Saviour here;
First christ the Mediator knows him, he is acquainted with him in the First place: I know thee, Says our Saviour Here;
np1 np1 dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt ord n1: pns11 vvb pno21, vvz po12 n1 av;
(63) part (DIV2)
2018
Page 538
15364
And then Believers are acquainted with him by the means of Christ;
And then Believers Are acquainted with him by the means of christ;
cc cs n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2018
Page 538
15365
And these have known that thou hast sent me, and I have declared unto them thy name. The Observation then is this.And these have known that thou hast sent me, and I have declared unto them thy name. The Observation then is this.
cc d vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1. dt n1 av vbz d.
(63) part (DIV2)
2018
Page 538
15366
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ, and he alone knows God immediately, and others know him by the means of Christ.DOCTRINE. That jesus christ, and he alone knows God immediately, and Others know him by the means of christ.
n1. cst np1 np1, cc pns31 av-j vvz np1 av-j, cc n2-jn vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2018
Page 539
15367
All saving knowledge of the Father comes out by Jesus Christ to his people Christ knows him first,
All Saving knowledge of the Father comes out by jesus christ to his people christ knows him First,
d vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av p-acp np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 vvz pno31 ord,
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15368
and then we know him in the second place by him. No man hath seen God at any time, John 1.18.
and then we know him in the second place by him. No man hath seen God At any time, John 1.18.
cc av pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp pno31. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15370
though he be not to be seen or known by us immediately in himself, yet mediately in and by the Son he may be known:
though he be not to be seen or known by us immediately in himself, yet mediately in and by the Son he may be known:
cs pns31 vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp px31, av av-j p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn:
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15371
for he hath manifested and revealed him to us. No man hath seen God at any time.
for he hath manifested and revealed him to us. No man hath seen God At any time.
c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp pno12. dx n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15372
The only begotten Son which is in the bosome of the Father, he hath declared him. The only begotten Son which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
dt av-j vvn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15373
Indeed it was the business for which our Saviour came into this lower world, to bring God down to us, that we might be acquainted with him.
Indeed it was the business for which our Saviour Come into this lower world, to bring God down to us, that we might be acquainted with him.
av pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp d jc n1, pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15374
Ye neither know me nor my Father, saith our Saviour to the Jews, John 8.19. If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also. q. d. You neither know me nor my Father, Says our Saviour to the jews, John 8.19. If you had known me, you should have known my Father also. q. worser.
pn22 av-dx vvb pno11 ccx po11 n1, vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt np2, np1 crd. cs pn22 vhd vvn pno11, pn22 vmd vhi vvn po11 n1 av. sy. sy.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15375
I would have brought you to the knowledge of my Father. And as the Book in Apoc. 5.9. had still remained a sealed Book, unless the Lamb had opened it:
I would have brought you to the knowledge of my Father. And as the Book in Apocalypse 5.9. had still remained a sealed Book, unless the Lamb had opened it:
pns11 vmd vhi vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. cc c-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 crd. vhd av vvn dt j-vvn n1, cs dt n1 vhd vvn pn31:
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15376
so God had still remained a concealed God:
so God had still remained a concealed God:
av np1 vhd av vvn dt j-vvn np1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15377
he had never been discovered and manifested to us in a saving way, unless the Son himself had done it.
he had never been discovered and manifested to us in a Saving Way, unless the Son himself had done it.
pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt vvg n1, cs dt n1 px31 vhd vdn pn31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15378
So that the Point is plain you see, That Jesus Christ, and he alone knows God immediately,
So that the Point is plain you see, That jesus christ, and he alone knows God immediately,
av cst dt n1 vbz j pn22 vvb, cst np1 np1, cc pns31 av-j vvz np1 av-j,
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15379
and others know him by the means of Christ.
and Others know him by the means of christ.
cc n2-jn vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2019
Page 539
15380
And therefore in the first place, this may serve for information, to let us see, that no man can be saved by his own innate knowledge,
And Therefore in the First place, this may serve for information, to let us see, that no man can be saved by his own innate knowledge,
cc av p-acp dt ord n1, d vmb vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, cst dx n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d j n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15381
nor by the light that is naturally in him, let him use it how he will, or how he can;
nor by the Light that is naturally in him, let him use it how he will, or how he can;
ccx p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vmb, cc c-crq pns31 vmb;
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15382
There hath been an opinion vented up and down of late, that any man that walks according to his principles, according to the imbred light he hath, let this light be what it will,
There hath been an opinion vented up and down of late, that any man that walks according to his principles, according to the imbred Light he hath, let this Light be what it will,
pc-acp vhz vbn dt n1 vvd a-acp cc a-acp pp-f av-j, cst d n1 cst vvz vvg p-acp po31 n2, vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vhz, vvb d n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb,
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15383
and of what kind it will, he may attain to happiness and glory in the end:
and of what kind it will, he may attain to happiness and glory in the end:
cc pp-f r-crq n1 pn31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15384
And so by consequence, that Pagans and Mahometans, and Infidels of any sort, may be saved if they please.
And so by consequence, that Pagans and Mahometans, and Infidels of any sort, may be saved if they please.
cc av p-acp n1, cst n2-jn cc np1, cc n2 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi vvn cs pns32 vvb.
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15385
All men have light enough (say they) if they improve and use it as they ought to do, to bring them to be atitude:
All men have Light enough (say they) if they improve and use it as they ought to do, to bring them to be atitude:
av-d n2 vhb n1 av-d (vvb pns32) cs pns32 vvb cc vvi pn31 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15386
whereas indeed no man hath light enough to bring him savingly to know God.
whereas indeed no man hath Light enough to bring him savingly to know God.
cs av dx n1 vhz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 av-vvg p-acp vvb np1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15387
Jesus Christ and he alone knows God immediately, and others know him by the means of Christ:
jesus christ and he alone knows God immediately, and Others know him by the means of christ:
np1 np1 cc pns31 av-j vvz np1 av-j, cc n2-jn vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15388
So that unless he shew the Father to us, unless he undertake himself to teach us and instruct us, we must continue ignorant of God,
So that unless he show the Father to us, unless he undertake himself to teach us and instruct us, we must continue ignorant of God,
av cst cs pns31 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns31 vvb px31 pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12, pns12 vmb vvi j pp-f np1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15389
and so there is no other way but we must perish and be lost for ever.
and so there is no other Way but we must perish and be lost for ever.
cc av pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp av.
(63) part (DIV2)
2020
Page 539
15390
Is it so that Jesus Christ and he alone knows God immediately, and others know him by the means of Christ? You see, my brethren,
Is it so that jesus christ and he alone knows God immediately, and Others know him by the means of christ? You see, my brothers,
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 cc pns31 av-j vvz np1 av-j, cc n2-jn vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? pn22 vvb, po11 n2,
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 539
15391
then, what course you are to take, if you desire to know God, to be acquainted with the Father:
then, what course you Are to take, if you desire to know God, to be acquainted with the Father:
av, q-crq n1 pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 539
15392
You must go to Jesus Christ for information, and use his help in this business.
You must go to jesus christ for information, and use his help in this business.
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 539
15393
If you ever see God, if you ever come to have the saving knowledge of his name, believe it, Jesus Christ must manifest it and declare it to you.
If you ever see God, if you ever come to have the Saving knowledge of his name, believe it, jesus christ must manifest it and declare it to you.
cs pn22 av vvi np1, cs pn22 av vvb pc-acp vhi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pn31, np1 np1 vmb vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp pn22.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 539
15394
If he conceal the Father from you, nay if he do not shew him to you, you can never come to know him.
If he conceal the Father from you, nay if he do not show him to you, you can never come to know him.
cs pns31 vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22, uh-x cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi pno31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 539
15395
All other means that you can use, searching in the Book of the Creatures, yea in the book of the Scriptures, hearing, reading, meditation will be unavailable,
All other means that you can use, searching in the Book of the Creatures, yea in the book of the Scriptures, hearing, reading, meditation will be unavailable,
av-d j-jn n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvg, vvg, n1 vmb vbi j,
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 540
15396
unless Christ strike in with them:
unless christ strike in with them:
cs np1 vvb p-acp p-acp pno32:
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 540
15397
When you have done your utmost, you will die in ignorance of God, and so be lost to all eternity.
When you have done your utmost, you will die in ignorance of God, and so be lost to all eternity.
c-crq pn22 vhb vdn po22 j, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1, cc av vbi vvn p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 540
15398
And therefore I beseech you my Beloved, betake your selves to Jesus Christ the great Prophet of the Church, be his Disciples, learn of him.
And Therefore I beseech you my beloved, betake your selves to jesus christ the great Prophet of the Church, be his Disciples, Learn of him.
cc av pns11 vvb pn22 po11 j-vvn, vvb po22 n2 p-acp np1 np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb po31 n2, vvb pp-f pno31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 540
15399
Tell him that he knows the Father, as he professeth in my Text, and so beseech him earnestly to make him known to you, that you may also be acquainted with him.
Tell him that he knows the Father, as he Professes in my Text, and so beseech him earnestly to make him known to you, that you may also be acquainted with him.
vvb pno31 cst pns31 vvz dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po11 n1, cc av vvb pno31 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvn p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp pno31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 540
15400
Pray him as Philip doth, Joh. 14.8. Lord, shew us the Father and it sufficeth us.
prey him as Philip does, John 14.8. Lord, show us the Father and it Suffices us.
n1 pno31 p-acp vvi vdz, np1 crd. n1, vvb pno12 dt n1 cc pn31 vvz pno12.
(63) part (DIV2)
2021
Page 540
15401
And thus far we have seen to whom our Saviour speaks, and what he speaks.
And thus Far we have seen to whom our Saviour speaks, and what he speaks.
cc av av-j pns12 vhb vvn p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvz, cc r-crq pns31 vvz.
(63) part (DIV2)
2022
Page 540
15402
In the first place against the world, and in the second place for himself and true believers;
In the First place against the world, and in the second place for himself and true believers;
p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp px31 cc j n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2022
Page 540
15403
Oh righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me. O righteous Father, the world hath not known thee, but I have known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent me.
uh j n1, dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno21, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cc d vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(63) part (DIV2)
2022
Page 540
15404
They have been throughly perswaded that I am a Messenger, and an Embassador sent forth from thee, to manifest thy Nature, and thy Will to them.
They have been thoroughly persuaded that I am a Messenger, and an Ambassador sent forth from thee, to manifest thy Nature, and thy Will to them.
pns32 vhb vbn av-j vvn cst pns11 vbm dt n1, cc dt n1 vvd av p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cc po21 n1 p-acp pno32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2022
Page 540
15405
Now in the following verse he comes to shew that he hath been, and will be faithful in the delivery of the message which his Father sent him in, together with the reason of it.
Now in the following verse he comes to show that he hath been, and will be faithful in the delivery of the message which his Father sent him in, together with the reason of it.
av p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vhz vbn, cc vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2023
Page 540
15406
First, he declares that he hath been, and will be faithful in the delivery of the message which his Father sent him in;
First, he declares that he hath been, and will be faithful in the delivery of the message which his Father sent him in;
ord, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vhz vbn, cc vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp;
(63) part (DIV2)
2023
Page 540
15407
I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it. Secondly, he shews the reason of it, why he hath been, and will be so;I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it. Secondly, he shows the reason of it, why he hath been, and will be so;
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31. ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns31 vhz vbn, cc vmb vbi av;
(63) part (DIV2)
2023
Page 540
15408
That the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them, and I in them. That the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them, and I in them.
cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc pns11 p-acp pno32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2023
Page 540
15409
Begin we with the first of these, in which our Saviour shews; First That he hath been faithful;
Begin we with the First of these, in which our Saviour shows; First That he hath been faithful;
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord pp-f d, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz; ord cst pns31 vhz vbn j;
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15410
then that he will be faithful as the Messenger of God. First that he hath been faithful;
then that he will be faithful as the Messenger of God. First that he hath been faithful;
av cst pns31 vmb vbi j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. ord cst pns31 vhz vbn j;
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15411
I have declared unto them thy Name; I have declared unto them thy Name;
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15412
But this is for the sense, and almost for the words, the very same that he had said before in the 6. verse of this Chapter.
But this is for the sense, and almost for the words, the very same that he had said before in the 6. verse of this Chapter.
p-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp dt n2, dt av d cst pns31 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15413
There it is NONLATINALPHABET, and here it is NONLATINALPHABET, and so accordingly there it is rendred I have manifested thy Name, here I have declared thy Name.
There it is, and Here it is, and so accordingly there it is rendered I have manifested thy Name, Here I have declared thy Name.
a-acp pn31 vbz, cc av pn31 vbz, cc av av-vvg pc-acp pn31 vbz vvn pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1, av pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15414
The phrase is varyed, but the sense is one.
The phrase is varied, but the sense is one.
dt n1 vbz j-vvn, cc-acp dt n1 vbz pi.
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15415
And therefore I shall wholly wave it here, and pass from that which Christ hath done, to that which he will further do, of which he makes no mention in the former verse;
And Therefore I shall wholly wave it Here, and pass from that which christ hath done, to that which he will further do, of which he makes no mention in the former verse;
cc av pns11 vmb av-jn vvi pn31 av, cc vvi p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vdn, p-acp cst r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vdi, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt j n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15416
I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it. I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it.
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2024
Page 540
15417
Whether this resolution of our Saviour to make a further declaration of his Fathers Name, relate to his Apostles and Disciples then about him only:
Whither this resolution of our Saviour to make a further declaration of his Father's Name, relate to his Apostles and Disciples then about him only:
cs d n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, vvb p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31 av-j:
(63) part (DIV2)
2025
Page 540
15418
or else to such as should believe in after times to the end of the world, is all the difficulty in the words;
or Else to such as should believe in After times to the end of the world, is all the difficulty in the words;
cc av p-acp d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2025
Page 540
15419
whether his meaning be, I have declared unto them thy Name, to those Apostles and Disciples, present with me, and will declare it: that is, I will declare it further to them, to the very same men:
whither his meaning be, I have declared unto them thy Name, to those Apostles and Disciples, present with me, and will declare it: that is, I will declare it further to them, to the very same men:
cs po31 n1 vbi, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, p-acp d n2 cc n2, j p-acp pno11, cc vmb vvi pn31: cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-jc p-acp pno32, p-acp dt av d n2:
(63) part (DIV2)
2025
Page 540
15420
Or whether it be rather this, I have declared unto them thy Name, to them that are now about me;
Or whither it be rather this, I have declared unto them thy Name, to them that Are now about me;
cc cs pn31 vbb av d, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, p-acp pno32 cst vbr av p-acp pno11;
(63) part (DIV2)
2025
Page 540
15421
and will declare it unto others, that in after ages shall come in to me.and will declare it unto Others, that in After ages shall come in to me.
cc vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn, cst p-acp p-acp n2 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno11.
(63) part (DIV2)
2025
Page 540
15422
I have declared it unto these by my own immediate voyce, and will declare it unto others, by them and their successors to the end of the world.
I have declared it unto these by my own immediate voice, and will declare it unto Others, by them and their Successors to the end of the world.
pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp d p-acp po11 d j n1, cc vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp pno32 cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2025
Page 540
15423
As for my own part, I see no reason why either of these Expositions should be laid aside, seeing both of them agree with the Analogy of Faith,
As for my own part, I see no reason why either of these Expositions should be laid aside, seeing both of them agree with the Analogy of Faith,
c-acp p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 q-crq d pp-f d n2 vmd vbi vvn av, vvg d pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2026
Page 541
15424
and with the scope and series of the Text. And since it is most consonant to the accomplishment and execution of the Prophetical office of Christ, to be continually teaching those that are bestowed upon him by the Father, in all Ages, Teaching them further whom he hath begun to teach,
and with the scope and series of the Text. And since it is most consonant to the accomplishment and execution of the Prophetical office of christ, to be continually teaching those that Are bestowed upon him by the Father, in all Ages, Teaching them further whom he hath begun to teach,
cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np1 cc c-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi av-j vvg d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2, vvg pno32 av-jc r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi,
(63) part (DIV2)
2026
Page 541
15425
and teaching other men anew, to the end of the world.
and teaching other men anew, to the end of the world.
cc vvg j-jn n2 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2026
Page 541
15426
But you will interpose and ask me, How can this be meant of the Apostles and Disciples then about our Saviour, in the sense before expressed? I have declared unto them thy Name,
But you will interpose and ask me, How can this be meant of the Apostles and Disciples then about our Saviour, in the sense before expressed? I have declared unto them thy Name,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi pno11, q-crq vmb d vbi vvn pp-f dt n2 cc n2 av p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn? pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2027
Page 541
15427
and will declare it further to them, since we have understood the first words of a full discovery.
and will declare it further to them, since we have understood the First words of a full discovery.
cc vmb vvi pn31 jc p-acp pno32, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt ord n2 pp-f dt j n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2027
Page 541
15428
If when our Saviour saith, I have declared unto them thy Name, his meaning be, I have declared it fully to them, (as I have formerly explained it,) how can he add, I will declare it further to them? If when our Saviour Says, I have declared unto them thy Name, his meaning be, I have declared it Fully to them, (as I have formerly explained it,) how can he add, I will declare it further to them?
cs c-crq po12 n1 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, po31 n1 vbi, pns11 vhb vvn pn31 av-j p-acp pno32, (c-acp pns11 vhb av-j vvn pn31,) q-crq vmb pns31 vvi, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 jc p-acp pno32?
(63) part (DIV2)
2027
Page 541
15429
Very well, if things be rightly and distinctly understood.
Very well, if things be rightly and distinctly understood.
av av, cs n2 vbb av-jn cc av-j vvn.
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15430
In the first place our Saviour saith, I have declared thee fully and compleatly to them,
In the First place our Saviour Says, I have declared thee Fully and completely to them,
p-acp dt ord n1 po12 n1 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 av-j cc av-j p-acp pno32,
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15431
as to all things necessary to be known of thee, necessitate medii, to salvation.
as to all things necessary to be known of thee, necessitate medii, to salvation.
c-acp p-acp d n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno21, n1 fw-la, p-acp n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15432
And here he adds I will declare thee further to them, as to many other things that are yet concealed from them.
And Here he adds I will declare thee further to them, as to many other things that Are yet concealed from them.
cc av pns31 vvz pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av-jc p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 cst vbr av vvn p-acp pno32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15433
I have declared thee fully to them as to the foundation, or to the fundamental knowledge of thee:I have declared thee Fully to them as to the Foundation, or to the fundamental knowledge of thee:
pns11 vhb vvn pno21 av-j p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno21:
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15434
I will declare thee further to them, as to the superstructure upon that foundation.
I will declare thee further to them, as to the superstructure upon that Foundation.
pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av-jc p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15435
I have declared thee fully to them, as to what I am my self to teach them with my own immediate voyce before my passion.
I have declared thee Fully to them, as to what I am my self to teach them with my own immediate voice before my passion.
pns11 vhb vvn pno21 av-j p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po11 d j n1 p-acp po11 n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15436
I will declare thee further to them after my resurrection (when he continued forty days discoursing with them) and further after my Ascension,
I will declare thee further to them After my resurrection (when he continued forty days discoursing with them) and further After my Ascension,
pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av-jc p-acp pno32 p-acp po11 n1 (c-crq pns31 vvd crd n2 vvg p-acp pno32) cc av-j p-acp po11 n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15437
when I will send down my Spirit to them, to teach them all things, and to lead them into all truth:
when I will send down my Spirit to them, to teach them all things, and to led them into all truth:
c-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15438
So then the point to be observed is this:
So then the point to be observed is this:
av cs dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d:
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15439
DOCTRINE. They that have the Name of God, his Nature, and his Will, savingly declared to them, have yet defects and imperfections in their knowledge of him,DOCTRINE. They that have the Name of God, his Nature, and his Will, savingly declared to them, have yet defects and imperfections in their knowledge of him,
n1. pns32 d vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1, cc po31 n1, av-vvg vvn p-acp pno32, vhb av n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pno31,
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15440
so that they stand in need of further Declaration.
so that they stand in need of further Declaration.
av cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f jc n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2028
Page 541
15441
The Name of God was so far manifested and declared to these Apostles and Disciples as was necessary to salvation.
The Name of God was so Far manifested and declared to these Apostles and Disciples as was necessary to salvation.
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vbds j p-acp n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15442
So far our Saviour had fully and compleatly made it known to them, he had concealed nothing from them of his Fathers Name, in the ignorance of which whosoever dies must perish:
So Far our Saviour had Fully and completely made it known to them, he had concealed nothing from them of his Father's Name, in the ignorance of which whosoever die must perish:
av av-j po12 n1 vhd av-j cc av-j vvd pn31 vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vhd vvn pix p-acp pno32 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq r-crq vvz vmb vvi:
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15443
For they were in the state of grace, and of salvation, when he spake those words, I have declared unto them thy Name.
For they were in the state of grace, and of salvation, when he spoke those words, I have declared unto them thy Name.
c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d n2, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15444
And yet he addeth presently (you see) I will declare it, I will make further declarations and discoveries of thy Name to them.
And yet he adds presently (you see) I will declare it, I will make further declarations and discoveries of thy Name to them.
cc av pns31 vvz av-j (pn22 vvb) pns11 vmb vvi pn31, pns11 vmb vvi jc n2 cc n2 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15445
And so accordingly he did assoon as he was risen from the dead, He shewed himself alive to them, being seen of them forty days together, Act. 1.3.
And so accordingly he did As soon as he was risen from the dead, He showed himself alive to them, being seen of them forty days together, Act. 1.3.
cc av av-vvg pns31 vdd av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j, pns31 vvd px31 j p-acp pno32, vbg vvn pp-f pno32 crd n2 av, n1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15446
And what did he in that time? Why he instructed them in things concerning God,
And what did he in that time? Why he instructed them in things Concerning God,
cc q-crq vdd pns31 p-acp d n1? uh-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp n2 vvg np1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15447
and his Kingdom, as you may see in that place.
and his Kingdom, as you may see in that place.
cc po31 n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15448
And when he was ascended into Heaven, he was mindful of his promise, which he had often made to them,
And when he was ascended into Heaven, he was mindful of his promise, which he had often made to them,
cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vbds j pp-f po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vhd av vvn p-acp pno32,
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 541
15449
and so accordingly dispatched the Holy Spirit down among them to lead them further onward in the knowledge of the Father.
and so accordingly dispatched the Holy Spirit down among them to led them further onward in the knowledge of the Father.
cc av av-vvg vvn dt j n1 a-acp p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2029
Page 542
15486
what they were able to receive he taught them out of hand, but reserved other things,
what they were able to receive he taught them out of hand, but reserved other things,
r-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pns31 vvd pno32 av pp-f n1, cc-acp vvd j-jn n2,
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15450
Indeed the best are Novices in this regard, they have not yet attained to a perfect man in point of holy and divine knowledge, as Ephes. 4.13. It is true, there is a great deal of variety among the Saints, aswell in this as other graces, according to the measure of the gift of Christ, Ephes. 4.7.
Indeed the best Are novices in this regard, they have not yet attained to a perfect man in point of holy and divine knowledge, as Ephesians 4.13. It is true, there is a great deal of variety among the Saints, aswell in this as other graces, according to the measure of the gift of christ, Ephesians 4.7.
av dt js vbr n2 p-acp d n1, pns32 vhb xx av vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j-jn n1, c-acp np1 crd. pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, av p-acp d c-acp j-jn n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15451
But in the best it is a measure, and no more; it is not fulness and perfection.
But in the best it is a measure, and no more; it is not fullness and perfection.
p-acp p-acp dt js pn31 vbz dt n1, cc dx av-dc; pn31 vbz xx n1 cc n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15452
He that hath most of God revealed to him, yet knows him but in part;
He that hath most of God revealed to him, yet knows him but in part;
pns31 cst vhz av-ds pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, av vvz pno31 p-acp p-acp n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15453
and he that hath the clearest sight of him, sees him but darkly in a glass, as 1 Cor. 13.12.
and he that hath the Clearest sighed of him, sees him but darkly in a glass, as 1 Cor. 13.12.
cc pns31 cst vhz dt js n1 pp-f pno31, vvz pno31 cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, c-acp crd np1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15454
And therefore this is called the seeing of the back parts of the Lord;
And Therefore this is called the seeing of the back parts of the Lord;
cc av d vbz vvn dt vvg pp-f dt n1 n2 pp-f dt n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15455
as when we see the back parts of a man, we know him but by guess only:
as when we see the back parts of a man, we know him but by guess only:
c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp p-acp vvi av-j:
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15456
we know him not so perfectly and so distinctly as when we come to see his face.
we know him not so perfectly and so distinctly as when we come to see his face.
pns12 vvb pno31 xx av av-j cc av av-j c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15457
Such a sight of God it is that we attain in this world.
Such a sighed of God it is that we attain in this world.
d dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz cst pns12 vvb p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15458
And therefore the Apostle Paul, who in this point of holy and divine knowledge was not behind the very chiefest Apostles, who had his Raptures and his Extasies,
And Therefore the Apostle Paul, who in this point of holy and divine knowledge was not behind the very chiefest Apostles, who had his Raptures and his Ecstasies,
cc av dt n1 np1, r-crq p-acp d n1 pp-f j cc j-jn n1 vbds xx p-acp dt j js-jn n2, r-crq vhd po31 n2 cc po31 n2,
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15459
and who was taken up into the third Heaven, and had such things revealed to him as were not to be uttered by the tongue of man, professeth notwithstanding that he had not yet attained,
and who was taken up into the third Heaven, and had such things revealed to him as were not to be uttered by the tongue of man, Professes notwithstanding that he had not yet attained,
cc r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, cc vhd d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 a-acp vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp cst pns31 vhd xx av vvn,
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15460
nor was he yet perfect, But, saith he, I follow after, that I may apprehend, Phil. 3.12.
nor was he yet perfect, But, Says he, I follow After, that I may apprehend, Philip 3.12.
ccx vbds pns31 av j, p-acp, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb a-acp, cst pns11 vmb vvi, np1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15461
So that he was Viator, and not Comprehensor; he was in the condition that the people were, Hos. 6.3. he followed on to know the Lord.
So that he was Viator, and not Comprehensor; he was in the condition that the people were, Hos. 6.3. he followed on to know the Lord.
av cst pns31 vbds np1, cc xx n1; pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vbdr, np1 crd. pns31 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15462
The people of Coloss were eminent for grace and knowledge, and yet for them it is the Apostle prays, That they might increase in the knowledg of God, Col. 1.10.
The people of Coloss were eminent for grace and knowledge, and yet for them it is the Apostle prays, That they might increase in the knowledge of God, Col. 1.10.
dt n1 pp-f n1 vbdr j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av p-acp pno32 pn31 vbz dt n1 vvz, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15463
So that the point is plain, as you see; They that have the Name of God, his Nature and his Will savingly, &c.
So that the point is plain, as you see; They that have the Name of God, his Nature and his Will savingly, etc.
av cst dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pn22 vvb; pns32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 cc po31 n1 av-vvg, av
(63) part (DIV2)
2030
Page 542
15464
But you will interpose, and say perhaps, That it should seem by some expressions in the Scriptures, that God hath been revealed fully to some certain men in this life,
But you will interpose, and say perhaps, That it should seem by Some expressions in the Scriptures, that God hath been revealed Fully to Some certain men in this life,
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvb av, cst pn31 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2, cst np1 vhz vbn vvn av-j p-acp d j n2 p-acp d n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2031
Page 542
15465
as to Jacob for an instance, Gen. 32.30. and to Moses, Numb. 12.8. With him will I speak saith God, mouth to mouth, even apparently, not in dark speeches;as to Jacob for an instance, Gen. 32.30. and to Moses, Numb. 12.8. With him will I speak Says God, Mouth to Mouth, even apparently, not in dark Speeches;
c-acp pc-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1, j. crd. p-acp pno31 vmb pns11 vvi vvz np1, n1 p-acp n1, av av-j, xx p-acp j n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2031
Page 542
15466
and the similitude of the Lord shall he behold.
and the similitude of the Lord shall he behold.
cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi.
(63) part (DIV2)
2031
Page 542
15467
But this, my Brethren, must be understood comparatively of the more clear and full discovery of the Lord to Jacob and to Moses, then to many other men; But this, my Brothers, must be understood comparatively of the more clear and full discovery of the Lord to Jacob and to Moses, then to many other men;
p-acp d, po11 n2, vmb vbi vvn av-j pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1, av p-acp d j-jn n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15487
as you may see, Joh. 16.12. I have many things to say unto you, but you cannot bear them now;
as you may see, John 16.12. I have many things to say unto you, but you cannot bear them now;
c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. pns11 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av;
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15468
but as for the perfect sight and knowledge of him, this was not imparted, neither to Jacob nor to Moses; and for the latter, God himself affirms expresly, Thou shalt not see my face, saith he to Moses, Exod. 33.10. that is the fulness of my glory;
but as for the perfect sighed and knowledge of him, this was not imparted, neither to Jacob nor to Moses; and for the latter, God himself affirms expressly, Thou shalt not see my face, Says he to Moses, Exod 33.10. that is the fullness of my glory;
cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, d vbds xx vvn, av-dx pc-acp np1 ccx p-acp np1; cc p-acp dt d, np1 px31 vvz av-j, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po11 n1, vvz pns31 p-acp np1, np1 crd. cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15469
for none shall see my face and live; for none shall see my face and live;
p-acp pix vmb vvi po11 n1 cc vvi;
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15470
That is reserved to the state of glory, when we shall see God face to face, as the Scripture phrase is;
That is reserved to the state of glory, when we shall see God face to face, as the Scripture phrase is;
cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi np1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 n1 vbz;
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15471
when we shall know as we are known; when we shall know as we Are known;
c-crq pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vbr vvn;
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15472
And this is that which Schoolmen call the beatifical vision, wherein consists the main of our beatitude hereafter, as Matth. 5.8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God:
And this is that which Schoolmen call the beatifical vision, wherein consists the main of our beatitude hereafter, as Matthew 5.8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God:
cc d vbz d r-crq n2 vvb dt j n1, c-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av, c-acp np1 crd. vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15473
He doth not say, they do see him, but they shall see God; which the Apostle makes the great ingredient in the happiness and glory prepared for the Saints at the time of Christs appearing, 1 Joh. 3.2. We know that when we shall appear, he shall be like him, and we shall see him as he is;
He does not say, they do see him, but they shall see God; which the Apostle makes the great ingredient in the happiness and glory prepared for the Saints At the time of Christ appearing, 1 John 3.2. We know that when we shall appear, he shall be like him, and we shall see him as he is;
pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns32 vdb vvi pno31, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1; r-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg, crd np1 crd. pns12 vvb cst c-crq pns12 vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vbi av-j pno31, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz;
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15474
Now we see him as we may; then we shall see him as he is.
Now we see him as we may; then we shall see him as he is.
av pns12 vvb pno31 c-acp pns12 vmb; av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz.
(63) part (DIV2)
2032
Page 542
15475
But why have they who have the Name of God savingly declared to them, defects and imperfections in their knowledge? Why doth not Jesus Christ in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge,
But why have they who have the Name of God savingly declared to them, defects and imperfections in their knowledge? Why does not jesus christ in whom Are hidden all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge,
cc-acp q-crq vhb pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-vvg vvn p-acp pno32, n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1? q-crq vdz xx np1 np1 p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2033
Page 543
15476
and that for the accommodation of his members, furnish and supply them? Why doth he not assoon as he begins to teach them, declare all his Fathers Name to them,
and that for the accommodation of his members, furnish and supply them? Why does he not As soon as he begins to teach them, declare all his Father's Name to them,
cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vvi cc vvi pno32? q-crq vdz pns31 xx av c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32, vvb d po31 ng1 n1 p-acp pno32,
(63) part (DIV2)
2033
Page 543
15477
but keeps back something still, for further discovery? There are two special reasons of it, to name no more at this time.
but keeps back something still, for further discovery? There Are two special Reasons of it, to name no more At this time.
cc-acp vvz av pi av, p-acp jc n1? pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 av-dx dc p-acp d n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2033
Page 543
15478
Christ doth not shew them all at once, because they are not capable of it: A scholar is not capable of all he is to learn at first dash.
christ does not show them all At once, Because they Are not capable of it: A scholar is not capable of all he is to Learn At First dash.
np1 vdz xx vvi pno32 d p-acp a-acp, c-acp pns32 vbr xx j pp-f pn31: dt n1 vbz xx j pp-f d pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp ord n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15479
He cannot take in all at once, even in his first lesson; and hence his Master leads him onward by degrees:
He cannot take in all At once, even in his First Lesson; and hence his Master leads him onward by Degrees:
pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp d p-acp a-acp, av p-acp po31 ord n1; cc av po31 n1 vvz pno31 av p-acp n2:
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15480
first gives him easier, and after brings him on to harder Lessons: Even so doth Jesus Christ with his scholars;
First gives him Easier, and After brings him on to harder Lessons: Even so does jesus christ with his Scholars;
ord vvz pno31 jc, cc a-acp vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp jc n2: av-j av vdz np1 np1 p-acp po31 n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15481
he goes along with every one as he can learn, as he is able to receive it in.
he Goes along with every one as he can Learn, as he is able to receive it in.
pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp d pi c-acp pns31 vmb vvi, c-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp.
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15482
He doth not shew them all his Fathers glory at a clap, for that he knows would dazle them, and over-whelm them;
He does not show them all his Father's glory At a clap, for that he knows would dazzle them, and overwhelm them;
pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 d po31 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cst pns31 vvz vmd vvi pno32, cc j pno32;
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15483
but lets in now a little light upon them, and then a little more, as he perceives their senses to be exercised:
but lets in now a little Light upon them, and then a little more, as he perceives their Senses to be exercised:
cc-acp vvb|pno12 p-acp av dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cc av dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz po32 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn:
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15484
Instils into their minds and understandings the knowledge of his Father by degrees; and as by learning their capacities are widened, so he goes on to further discoveries.
Instils into their minds and understandings the knowledge of his Father by Degrees; and as by learning their capacities Are widened, so he Goes on to further discoveries.
vvz p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n2; cc c-acp p-acp vvg po32 n2 vbr vvn, av pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp jc n2.
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15485
This course he took with the Apostles;
This course he took with the Apostles;
d n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15488
I am to say them, but you cannot bear them now, and therefore I will take some other time to reveal those things to you.
I am to say them, but you cannot bear them now, and Therefore I will take Some other time to reveal those things to you.
pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp pn22 vmbx vvi pno32 av, cc av pns11 vmb vvi d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn22.
(63) part (DIV2)
2034
Page 543
15489
Christ doth not shew them all at once, that he may keep his Saints humble.
christ does not show them all At once, that he may keep his Saints humble.
np1 vdz xx vvi pno32 d p-acp a-acp, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 j.
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15490
As long as there is flesh and nature in us, (as there will be while we remain in this world) high measures and degrees of knowledge may exalt us,
As long as there is Flesh and nature in us, (as there will be while we remain in this world) high measures and Degrees of knowledge may exalt us,
p-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, (c-acp a-acp vmb vbi cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1) j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12,
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15491
and lift us up above our selves:
and lift us up above our selves:
cc vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp po12 n2:
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15492
And therefore Jesus Christ in love and wisdom uses to bestow upon his people so much knowledge as he sees fit for them.
And Therefore jesus christ in love and Wisdom uses to bestow upon his people so much knowledge as he sees fit for them.
cc av np1 np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 av d n1 c-acp pns31 vvz j p-acp pno32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15493
A little more, it may be, would undo them: They would set their hearts it may be as the heart of God himself:
A little more, it may be, would undo them: They would Set their hearts it may be as the heart of God himself:
dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi, vmd vvi pno32: pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31:
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15494
They would be as Gods knowing good and evil: Shrewd fellows in their own conceits, none to be compared with them.
They would be as God's knowing good and evil: Shrewd Fellows in their own conceits, none to be compared with them.
pns32 vmd vbi c-acp n2 vvg j cc j-jn: j n2 p-acp po32 d n2, pix pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15495
In which respect he dealeth with us as God with Jacob; he gave him a gift,
In which respect he deals with us as God with Jacob; he gave him a gift,
p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp np1; pns31 vvd pno31 dt n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15496
but left behind him a lameness withall that accompanyed the gift:
but left behind him a lameness withal that accompanied the gift:
cc-acp vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 av cst vvd dt n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15497
So Christ bestows upon us some degrees of knowledge, but leaves withal some imperfections and defects, that we may be kept humble,
So christ bestows upon us Some Degrees of knowledge, but leaves withal Some imperfections and defects, that we may be kept humble,
av np1 vvz p-acp pno12 d n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvz av d n2 cc n2, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn j,
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15498
and that we may not swell with self-attributions. Now to descend to Application:
and that we may not swell with self-attributions. Now to descend to Application:
cc cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp j. av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2035
Page 543
15499
In the first place, let it have the same effect in every one of us, who find our selves inclinable to be conceited of our knowledge,
In the First place, let it have the same Effect in every one of us, who find our selves inclinable to be conceited of our knowledge,
p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pn31 vhb dt d n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, r-crq vvb po12 n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po12 n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 543
15500
and to despise our fellow brethren, who are not, as we apprehend, so far enlightned as our selves.
and to despise our fellow brothers, who Are not, as we apprehend, so Far enlightened as our selves.
cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 n2, r-crq vbr xx, c-acp pns12 vvb, av av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2.
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 543
15501
Admit that we know more of God then many others do, that we can fathom deeper into those holy mysteries, what reason have we to be proud? You hear that they who have the Name of God savingly, &c. Shall that we have received, lift us up? and shall not that in which we are defective, cast us down? Have we not far greater cause to be abased in the contemplation of the one,
Admit that we know more of God then many Others do, that we can fathom Deeper into those holy Mysteres, what reason have we to be proud? You hear that they who have the Name of God savingly, etc. Shall that we have received, lift us up? and shall not that in which we Are defective, cast us down? Have we not Far greater cause to be abased in the contemplation of the one,
vvb cst pns12 vvb dc pp-f np1 av d n2-jn vdb, cst pns12 vmb n1 jc-jn p-acp d j n2, r-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vbi j? pn22 vvb cst pns32 r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-vvg, av vmb d pns12 vhb vvn, vvb pno12 a-acp? cc vmb xx d p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr j, vvb pno12 a-acp? vhb pns12 xx av-j jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd,
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 543
15502
then to be exalted in the contemplation of the other? Indeed if we were absolute in this respect,
then to be exalted in the contemplation of the other? Indeed if we were absolute in this respect,
cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn? np1 cs pns12 vbdr j p-acp d n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 544
15503
and if (as the Apostle speaks) we understood all mysteries, and all knowledge, there were some colour then,
and if (as the Apostle speaks) we understood all Mysteres, and all knowledge, there were Some colour then,
cc cs (c-acp dt n1 vvz) pns12 vvd d n2, cc d n1, a-acp vbdr d n1 av,
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 544
15504
though yet no just occasion to be proud.
though yet no just occasion to be proud.
cs av dx j n1 pc-acp vbi j.
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 544
15505
But now it is the greatest folly in the world to strout and brave it in a back half naked,
But now it is the greatest folly in the world to strut and brave it in a back half naked,
p-acp av pn31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 j-jn j,
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 544
15506
and half covered with borrowed feathers. Well then my Brethren, let us do as the Apostle did in this case:
and half covered with borrowed Feathers. Well then my Brothers, let us do as the Apostle did in this case:
cc av-jn vvn p-acp j-vvn n2. av av po11 n2, vvb pno12 vdi p-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp d n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2036
Page 544
15507
Let us forget the things that are behind, and look on to the things that are before us:
Let us forget the things that Are behind, and look on to the things that Are before us:
vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp pno12:
(63) part (DIV2)
2037
Page 544
15642
That all the Countreyes in the world should come to know him, and to be acquainted with him:
That all the Countries in the world should come to know him, and to be acquainted with him:
cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31:
(64) part (DIV2)
2057
Page 549
15508
Let us consider with our selves how short we fall, and how far we are to seek in main things concerning God, which we are bound to know:
Let us Consider with our selves how short we fallen, and how Far we Are to seek in main things Concerning God, which we Are bound to know:
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-crq j pns12 vvb, cc c-crq av-j pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 vvg np1, r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi:
(63) part (DIV2)
2037
Page 544
15509
How ignorant we are, how ill we have improved our time and means;
How ignorant we Are, how ill we have improved our time and means;
c-crq j pns12 vbr, c-crq av-jn pns12 vhb vvn po12 n1 cc n2;
(63) part (DIV2)
2037
Page 544
15510
and if this do not take us down, how justly may we perish in our pride?
and if this do not take us down, how justly may we perish in our pride?
cc cs d vdb xx vvi pno12 a-acp, c-crq av-j vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n1?
(63) part (DIV2)
2037
Page 544
15511
And as this doctrine serves to humble and abase the proud, so to revive and cheer the humble.
And as this Doctrine serves to humble and abase the proud, so to revive and cheer the humble.
cc p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp j cc vvi dt j, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j.
(63) part (DIV2)
2038
Page 544
15512
Alas saith the distressed Christian, how ignorant am I of God, his nature and his will? How little do I understand of his name? Though I have been a long time in the School of Christ,
Alas Says the distressed Christian, how ignorant am I of God, his nature and his will? How little do I understand of his name? Though I have been a long time in the School of christ,
np1 vvz dt j-vvn njp, c-crq j vbm pns11 pp-f np1, po31 n1 cc po31 n1? c-crq av-j vdb pns11 vvb pp-f po31 n1? cs pns11 vhb vbn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2038
Page 544
15513
and have had abundant means, how little have I learned? what small progress have I made? how far short do I fall of many others? Oh the blindness of my mind, the darkness of my understanding to this day!
and have had abundant means, how little have I learned? what small progress have I made? how Far short do I fallen of many Others? O the blindness of my mind, the darkness of my understanding to this day!
cc vhb vhn j n2, c-crq av-j vhb pns11 vvn? q-crq j n1 vhb pns11 vvn? q-crq av-j j vdb pns11 vvb pp-f d n2-jn? uh dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1!
(63) part (DIV2)
2038
Page 544
15514
I am afraid that I am none of those whom Christ teaches.
I am afraid that I am none of those whom christ Teaches.
pns11 vbm j cst pns11 vbm pix pp-f d r-crq np1 vvz.
(63) part (DIV2)
2038
Page 544
15515
Why, thou hast heard, that they that have the Name of God declared to them, have yet defects and imperfections in their knowledge:
Why, thou hast herd, that they that have the Name of God declared to them, have yet defects and imperfections in their knowledge:
q-crq, pns21 vh2 vvn, cst pns32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, vhb av n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2039
Page 544
15516
So that however thou art much to seek in many things, and thou art exceedingly defective in thy knowledge, thou mayst be savingly enlightned notwithstanding:
So that however thou art much to seek in many things, and thou art exceedingly defective in thy knowledge, thou Mayest be savingly enlightened notwithstanding:
av cst c-acp pns21 vb2r av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, cc pns21 vb2r av-vvg j p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vm2 vbi av-vvg vvn a-acp:
(63) part (DIV2)
2039
Page 544
15517
And to uphold thy heart in this particular, consider
And to uphold thy heart in this particular, Consider
cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp d j, vvb
(63) part (DIV2)
2039
Page 544
15518
It a sign the little knowledge which thou hast is right and sound, because it humbles thee,
It a Signen the little knowledge which thou hast is right and found, Because it humbles thee,
pn31 dt n1 dt j n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vbz j-jn cc j, c-acp pn31 vvz pno21,
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15519
and makes thee sensible of thy defects.
and makes thee sensible of thy defects.
cc vvz pno21 j pp-f po21 n2.
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15520
This is the nature of the saving knowledge of the name of God, it is an humbling and an abasing knowledg.
This is the nature of the Saving knowledge of the name of God, it is an humbling and an abasing knowledge.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt vvg cc dt vvg n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15521
Indeed, my brethren, carnal knowledge puffeth up, it makes men swell and strut, and swagger, and so accordingly to slight their meaner brethren.
Indeed, my brothers, carnal knowledge Puffeth up, it makes men swell and strut, and swagger, and so accordingly to slight their meaner brothers.
np1, po11 n2, j n1 vvz a-acp, pn31 vvz n2 vvi cc vvi, cc vvi, cc av av-vvg pc-acp vvi po32 jc n2.
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15522
Like the high-minded Pharisees, This people which knoweth not the Law is accursed; Alas they are a company of sots to us, they know nothing.
Like the High-minded Pharisees, This people which Knoweth not the Law is accursed; Alas they Are a company of sots to us, they know nothing.
j dt j np2, d n1 r-crq vvz xx dt n1 vbz vvn; uh pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, pns32 vvb pix.
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15523
But saving knowledge makes man humble, more humble then he was before he had it.
But Saving knowledge makes man humble, more humble then he was before he had it.
p-acp vvg n1 vvz n1 j, av-dc j cs pns31 vbds c-acp pns31 vhd pn31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15524
They that are endued with it, thought better of themselves before Conversion, before they had one glimpse of this enlightning, then now they do.
They that Are endued with it, Thought better of themselves before Conversion, before they had one glimpse of this enlightening, then now they do.
pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, vvd av-jc pp-f px32 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vhd crd n1 pp-f d n1, av av pns32 vdb.
(63) part (DIV2)
2040
Page 544
15525
And hence you shall observe in Scripture, that they that have excelled most in knowledge, have had lowest apprehensions of themselves.
And hence you shall observe in Scripture, that they that have excelled most in knowledge, have had lowest apprehensions of themselves.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 cst vhb vvn av-ds p-acp n1, vhb vhn js n2 pp-f px32.
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 544
15526
None have complained so much of their corruption, blindness, ignorance as they have done.
None have complained so much of their corruption, blindness, ignorance as they have done.
pi vhb vvn av d pp-f po32 n1, n1, n1 c-acp pns32 vhb vdn.
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 544
15527
Agur was an exceeding wise and knowing man, yet he professeth that he had not the knowledge of a man in him.Agur was an exceeding wise and knowing man, yet he Professes that he had not the knowledge of a man in him.
vvb vbds dt j-vvg n1 cc j-vvg n1, av pns31 vvz cst pns31 vhd xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 544
15528
He doth not say that he had not the knowledge of a Saint in him, but he had not the knowledge of a man in him;
He does not say that he had not the knowledge of a Saint in him, but he had not the knowledge of a man in him;
pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vhd xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vhd xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31;
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 544
15529
he was a beast in regard of understanding. And holy David though eminent in this regard, yet was not puffed up, Psal. 131.1. No, he bewayls his ignorance exceedingly, and saith he was in this respect as a beast before God, Psal. 73.22.
he was a beast in regard of understanding. And holy David though eminent in this regard, yet was not puffed up, Psalm 131.1. No, he bewails his ignorance exceedingly, and Says he was in this respect as a beast before God, Psalm 73.22.
pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. cc j np1 cs j p-acp d n1, av vbds xx vvn a-acp, np1 crd. uh-dx, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-vvg, cc vvz pns31 vbds p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd.
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 544
15530
And most remarkable is that of Job, Job 42.5, 6. Heretofore I heard of thee by the hearing of the ear;
And most remarkable is that of Job, Job 42.5, 6. Heretofore I herd of thee by the hearing of the ear;
cc av-ds j vbz cst pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd av pns11 vvd pp-f pno21 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 545
15531
I have had in former times a dark remote confused knowledge of thee; I saw thee at a distance, as it were a great way off;
I have had in former times a dark remote confused knowledge of thee; I saw thee At a distance, as it were a great Way off;
pns11 vhb vhn p-acp j n2 dt j j j-vvn n1 pp-f pno21; pns11 vvd pno21 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr dt j n1 a-acp;
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 545
15532
but now I have a clearer and distincter knowledge of thee;
but now I have a clearer and distincter knowledge of thee;
cc-acp av pns11 vhb dt jc cc jc n1 pp-f pno21;
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 545
15533
and what was the event and issue of it? Now I abhor my self in dust and ashes.
and what was the event and issue of it? Now I abhor my self in dust and Ashes.
cc q-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31? av pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2.
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 545
15534
So that if the degrees of knowledge which thou hast (be they great or be they small) do humble thee,
So that if the Degrees of knowledge which thou hast (be they great or be they small) do humble thee,
av cst cs dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 (vbi pns32 j cc vbb pns32 av-j) vdb vvi pno21,
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 545
15535
and make thee little in thine own eyes, it is a comfortable evidence that it is sound.
and make thee little in thine own eyes, it is a comfortable evidence that it is found.
cc vvb pno21 j p-acp po21 d n2, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pn31 vbz j.
(63) part (DIV2)
2041
Page 545
15536
Whatsoever thy degrees of knowledge be, consider they are such as Jesus Christ in love and wisdom hath allotted to thee.
Whatsoever thy Degrees of knowledge be, Consider they Are such as jesus christ in love and Wisdom hath allotted to thee.
r-crq po21 n2 pp-f n1 vbi, vvb pns32 vbr d c-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno21.
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15537
To every one (yea to him that hath the least) is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ, Ephes. 4.7. as he is pleased to distribute and proportion.To every one (yea to him that hath the least) is given grace according to the measure of the gift of christ, Ephesians 4.7. as he is pleased to distribute and proportion.
p-acp d crd (uh p-acp pno31 cst vhz dt av-ds) vbz vvn n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15538
The body mystical is ordered so, that every member hath a fit share:
The body mystical is ordered so, that every member hath a fit share:
dt n1 j vbz vvn av, cst d n1 vhz dt j n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15539
To some he gives out greater measures and degrees of knowledge, the eminency of their station calls for it;
To Some he gives out greater measures and Degrees of knowledge, the eminency of their station calls for it;
p-acp d pns31 vvz av jc n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvz p-acp pn31;
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15540
to thee perhaps he hath communicated less, because he sees that less will be sufficient for thee:
to thee perhaps he hath communicated less, Because he sees that less will be sufficient for thee:
p-acp pno21 av pns31 vhz vvn av-dc, c-acp pns31 vvz d dc vmb vbi j p-acp pno21:
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15541
From whom the whole body according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh encrease, Ephes. 4.16. Observe it well, my brethren, every member hath his measure.From whom the Whole body according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, makes increase, Ephesians 4.16. Observe it well, my brothers, every member hath his measure.
p-acp ro-crq dt j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvz n1, np1 crd. vvb pn31 av, po11 n2, d n1 vhz po31 n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15542
The leg, the arm, the little finger, are not all alike, but all according to their measure,
The leg, the arm, the little finger, Are not all alike, but all according to their measure,
dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1, vbr xx d av-j, cc-acp d vvg p-acp po32 n1,
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15543
and so there is a decent and due proportion.
and so there is a decent and due proportion.
cc av pc-acp vbz dt j cc j-jn n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2042
Page 545
15544
The time is drawing on a pace, when these defects and imperfections in thy knowledge, under which thou groanest, shall be all supplyed;
The time is drawing on a pace, when these defects and imperfections in thy knowledge, under which thou groanest, shall be all supplied;
dt n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq d n2 cc n2 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2, vmb vbi d vvd;
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15545
when the darkness of thy mind, the blindness of thy understanding shall be fully done away.
when the darkness of thy mind, the blindness of thy understanding shall be Fully done away.
c-crq dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vmb vbi av-j vdn av.
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15546
That which is perfect is to come, though it be not yet come, 1 Cor. 13.10. when we shall clearly understand those mysteries which Angels pryed into, but could not fathom;That which is perfect is to come, though it be not yet come, 1 Cor. 13.10. when we shall clearly understand those Mysteres which Angels pried into, but could not fathom;
cst r-crq vbz j vbz pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vbb xx av vvn, crd np1 crd. c-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi d n2 r-crq n2 vvd p-acp, cc-acp vmd xx n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15547
even when we shall be ravished from our selves, in sweetest contemplations of the glorious Godhead:
even when we shall be ravished from our selves, in Sweetest contemplations of the glorious Godhead:
av c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp js n2 pp-f dt j n1:
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15548
when, as our Saviour tells us, we shall see God, and see him face to face, as the Apostle speaks;
when, as our Saviour tells us, we shall see God, and see him face to face, as the Apostle speaks;
c-crq, c-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12, pns12 vmb vvi np1, cc vvb pno31 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz;
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15549
Now we see him in a glass, but then face to face; 1 Cor. 13.12. now we know God in part only, then we shall know as we are known; Now we see him in a glass, but then face to face; 1 Cor. 13.12. now we know God in part only, then we shall know as we Are known;
av pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av n1 p-acp n1; vvn np1 crd. av pns12 vvb np1 p-acp n1 av-j, cs pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vbr vvn;
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15550
Now we see his back parts only, but then we shall behold (as far as finite creatures may be capable) the fulness of his glory.
Now we see his back parts only, but then we shall behold (as Far as finite creatures may be capable) the fullness of his glory.
av pns12 vvb po31 n1 vvz av-j, cc-acp av pns12 vmb vvi (c-acp av-j c-acp j n2 vmb vbi j) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2043
Page 545
15551
Consider that the glorious recompence which is to be dispensed in the day of retribution, shall be proportioned not to our knowledge, but our practice and obedience.
Consider that the glorious recompense which is to be dispensed in the day of retribution, shall be proportioned not to our knowledge, but our practice and Obedience.
vvb cst dt j n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn xx p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp po12 n1 cc n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2044
Page 545
15552
God will not have respect so much to what you know of him, as to what you do for him:
God will not have respect so much to what you know of him, as to what you do for him:
np1 vmb xx vhi n1 av av-d p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f pno31, c-acp p-acp r-crq pn22 vdb p-acp pno31:
(63) part (DIV2)
2044
Page 545
15553
He will give to every man (not according to his knowledge, but) according to his works: To them who by patient continuance in well doing, seek glory and honor, and immortality, saith the Apostle;He will give to every man (not according to his knowledge, but) according to his works: To them who by patient Continuance in well doing, seek glory and honour, and immortality, Says the Apostle;
pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 (xx vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp) vvg p-acp po31 n2: p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp av vdg, vvb n1 cc n1, cc n1, vvz dt n1;
(63) part (DIV2)
2044
Page 545
15554
Rom. 2.7. (To them who do, and do well, and continue doing well, and patiently continue doing well,Rom. 2.7. (To them who doe, and do well, and continue doing well, and patiently continue doing well,
np1 crd. (p-acp pno32 r-crq n1, cc vdb av, cc vvi vdg av, cc av-j vvi vdg av,
(63) part (DIV2)
2044
Page 545
15555
yea though they suffer evill for well doing) the Lord will render eternal life.
yea though they suffer evil for well doing) the Lord will render Eternal life.
uh cs pns32 vvb j-jn p-acp av vdg) dt n1 vmb vvi j n1.
(63) part (DIV2)
2044
Page 545
15556
JOHN 17.26. And will declare it.JOHN 17.26. And will declare it.
np1 crd. cc vmb vvi pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2044
Page 546
15557
AND thus far of the first part of our Saviours resolution, to make a further declaration of his Fathers Name, in reference to his Apostles and Disciples then about him;
AND thus Far of the First part of our Saviors resolution, to make a further declaration of his Father's Name, in Referente to his Apostles and Disciples then about him;
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno31;
(64) part (DIV2)
2046
Page 546
15558
I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it further to them, to the very same men.I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it further to them, to the very same men.
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31 jc p-acp pno32, p-acp dt av d n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2046
Page 546
15559
Proceed we to the Second Member of his Resolution, to make a further delaration of his Fathers Name in reference to other men, to whom he had not yet at all declared it.
Proceed we to the Second Member of his Resolution, to make a further declaration of his Father's Name in Referente to other men, to whom he had not yet At all declared it.
vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd xx av p-acp d vvd pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15560
I have declared unto them thy Name, to these Apostles and Disciples now about me,I have declared unto them thy Name, to these Apostles and Disciples now about me,
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, p-acp d n2 cc n2 av p-acp pno11,
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15561
and will declare it further yet to other men both in the present and the future ages.
and will declare it further yet to other men both in the present and the future ages.
cc vmb vvi pn31 av-jc av p-acp j-jn n2 av-d p-acp dt j cc dt j-jn n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15562
This act of mine shall be a constant and continued act;
This act of mine shall be a constant and continued act;
d n1 pp-f png11 vmb vbi dt j cc j-vvn n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15563
as long as there are any people in the world, I will not cease declaring of thy Name to them.
as long as there Are any people in the world, I will not cease declaring of thy Name to them.
c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbr d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi vvg pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15564
And so accordingly the point shall be;
And so accordingly the point shall be;
cc av av-vvg av n1 vmb vbi;
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15565
DOCTRINE. That Jesus Christ will be continually making further declarations of his Fathers Name, to other Nations,DOCTRINE. That jesus christ will be continually making further declarations of his Father's Name, to other nations,
n1. cst np1 np1 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, p-acp j-jn n2,
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15566
and to other persons, to the end of the world.
and to other Persons, to the end of the world.
cc p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2047
Page 546
15567
He will be still declaring it to those that have not heard of it, that have not been acquainted with his Fathers name:
He will be still declaring it to those that have not herd of it, that have not been acquainted with his Father's name:
pns31 vmb vbi av vvg pn31 p-acp d cst vhb xx vvn pp-f pn31, cst vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2048
Page 546
15568
Teaching new scholars still to spell it and to understand it, in every Generation while the World endureth.
Teaching new Scholars still to spell it and to understand it, in every Generation while the World Endureth.
vvg av-j n2 av pc-acp vvi pn31 cc pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp d n1 cs dt n1 vvz.
(64) part (DIV2)
2048
Page 546
15569
And as he is a King for ever, as long as there are any further people to be ruled:
And as he is a King for ever, as long as there Are any further people to be ruled:
cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 c-acp av, c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbr d jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn:
(64) part (DIV2)
2048
Page 546
15663
and when the fulness of the Gentiles shall come in: Oh my beloved, that will be a joyfull time indeed.
and when the fullness of the Gentiles shall come in: O my Beloved, that will be a joyful time indeed.
cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j vmb vvi p-acp: uh po11 j-vvn, cst vmb vbi dt j n1 av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15570
and as he is a Priest for ever, as the Psalmist speaks, Psal. 110.4. as long as there are any further people to be saved and redeemed:
and as he is a Priest for ever, as the Psalmist speaks, Psalm 110.4. as long as there Are any further people to be saved and redeemed:
cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 c-acp av, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbr d jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn:
(64) part (DIV2)
2048
Page 546
15571
So he is a Prophet for ever, as long as there are any further people to be taught.
So he is a Prophet for ever, as long as there Are any further people to be taught.
av pns31 vbz dt n1 c-acp av, c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbr d jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn.
(64) part (DIV2)
2048
Page 546
15572
Every age shall have experience of the blessed fruits of the Prophetical Office of Christ, in giving some the knowledge of his Fathers Name, who till then were strangers to him.
Every age shall have experience of the blessed fruits of the Prophetical Office of christ, in giving Some the knowledge of his Father's Name, who till then were Strangers to him.
np1 n1 vmb vhi n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg d dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, r-crq c-acp av vbdr n2 p-acp pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2048
Page 546
15573
For clearing of the point, I shall a little more distinctly shew you, that Jesus Christ will be continually making further Declarations of his Fathers Name.
For clearing of the point, I shall a little more distinctly show you, that jesus christ will be continually making further Declarations of his Father's Name.
p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb dt av-j av-dc av-j vvi pn22, cst np1 np1 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2049
Page 546
15574
In the first place to other Nations: And in the second place to other persons to the end of the world.
In the First place to other nations: And in the second place to other Persons to the end of the world.
p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp j-jn n2: cc p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2049
Page 546
15575
Jesus Christ will be continually making further declarations of his Fathers Name to other Nations.
jesus christ will be continually making further declarations of his Father's Name to other nations.
np1 np1 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp j-jn n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 546
15576
He had declared it only to the people of the Jews, when he put up this supplication to his Father in my Text. Some Proselytes of other Nations there might be among the Jews, who were partakers of his publique teaching:
He had declared it only to the people of the jews, when he put up this supplication to his Father in my Text. some Proselytes of other nations there might be among the jews, who were partakers of his public teaching:
pns31 vhd vvn pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po11 np1 d n2 pp-f j-jn n2 a-acp vmd vbi p-acp dt np2, r-crq vbdr n2 pp-f po31 j n-vvg:
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 546
15577
but certainly he had revealed his Father to no other Nation but the Jews only.
but Certainly he had revealed his Father to no other nation but the jews only.
cc-acp av-j pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt np2 av-j.
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 546
15578
For his Commission was confined to them, as he professed to the Canaanitish woman, Matth. 15.24. I am not sent but to the lost Sheep of the house of Israel;
For his Commission was confined to them, as he professed to the Canaanitish woman, Matthew 15.24. I am not sent but to the lost Sheep of the house of Israel;
p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. pns11 vbm xx vvn cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 546
15579
I am to be my Fathers Messenger to them, and none but them immediately in my own person.
I am to be my Father's Messenger to them, and none but them immediately in my own person.
pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi po11 ng1 n1 p-acp pno32, cc pix p-acp pno32 av-j p-acp po11 d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 546
15580
If I go further, I exceed my bounds;
If I go further, I exceed my bounds;
cs pns11 vvb av-jc, pns11 vvb po11 n2;
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 546
15581
For till the resurrection of our Saviour, the partition-wall between the Jews and Gentiles was not broken down:
For till the resurrection of our Saviour, the partition-wall between the jews and Gentiles was not broken down:
c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt n1 p-acp dt np2 cc np1 vbds xx vvn a-acp:
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 547
15582
And so accordingly he preacht not peace, he did not manifest that sweet part of his Fathers Name to those that were afar off,
And so accordingly he preached not peace, he did not manifest that sweet part of his Father's Name to those that were afar off,
cc av av-vvg pns31 vvd xx n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi d j n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d cst vbdr av a-acp,
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 547
15583
neither by himself, nor by his Ministers, till after that time, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Ephes. 2.14, 15, 16, 17. And therefore when he sent forth his Apostles, Mat. 10.5. his express injunction was, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any City of the Samaritans enter ye not: but go ye rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
neither by himself, nor by his Ministers, till After that time, as the Apostle Paul insinuates, Ephesians 2.14, 15, 16, 17. And Therefore when he sent forth his Apostles, Mathew 10.5. his express injunction was, Go not into the Way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter you not: but go you rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
av-dx p-acp px31, ccx p-acp po31 n2, c-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd cc av c-crq pns31 vvd av po31 n2, np1 crd. po31 j n1 vbds, vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt njp2 vvi pn22 xx: cc-acp vvb pn22 av-c p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 547
15584
Which course or method the Apostles in the first place very carefully observed, as you may see, Act. 13.15. It was necessary, saith Paul and Barnabas to the Jews, that the Word of God the Gospel (in which the Fathers name is manifested and made known to men) should first of all be preached unto you.
Which course or method the Apostles in the First place very carefully observed, as you may see, Act. 13.15. It was necessary, Says Paul and Barnabas to the jews, that the Word of God the Gospel (in which the Father's name is manifested and made known to men) should First of all be preached unto you.
r-crq n1 cc n1 dt n2 p-acp dt ord n1 av av-j vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd. pn31 vbds j, vvz np1 cc np1 p-acp dt np2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 (p-acp r-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn cc vvd vvn p-acp n2) vmd ord pp-f d vbb vvn p-acp pn22.
(64) part (DIV2)
2050
Page 547
15585
But since that time he hath declared it by his Ministers to other Nations.
But since that time he hath declared it by his Ministers to other nations.
cc-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp j-jn n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15664
Its true, those times, my brethren, shall be very comfortable and full of gladness many wayes.
Its true, those times, my brothers, shall be very comfortable and full of gladness many ways.
po31 j, d n2, po11 n2, vmb vbi av j cc j pp-f n1 d n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15586
To whom his last Commission was, Go into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every creature, Mark. 16.15. Go ye and teach all Nations, Mat. 28.19.
To whom his last Commission was, Go into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every creature, Mark. 16.15. Go you and teach all nations, Mathew 28.19.
p-acp ro-crq po31 ord n1 vbds, vvb p-acp d dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb. crd. vvb pn22 cc vvb d n2, np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15587
And in pursuance of this Commission and command of his, even the Apostles while they lived, did spread it far and wide.
And in pursuance of this Commission and command of his, even the Apostles while they lived, did spread it Far and wide.
cc p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f png31, av dt n2 cs pns32 vvd, vdd vvi pn31 av-j cc j.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15588
The Scripture story seems to hint it to us, Mark. 16. ult. where after the forementioned Mandate of our Saviour, it is immediately observed by the Evangelist, that they went forth and preached everywhere.
The Scripture story seems to hint it to us, Mark. 16. ult. where After the forementioned Mandate of our Saviour, it is immediately observed by the Evangelist, that they went forth and preached everywhere.
dt n1 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pn31 p-acp pno12, vvb. crd n1. c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt np1, cst pns32 vvd av cc vvd av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15589
And the Apostle Paul reporteth, that himself alone had filled with the Gospel all the Countrey from Jerusalem, even round about unto Illyricum; yea, that he strived to preach it where Christ was not so much as named, Rom. 15.19, 20. You may suppose the rest of the Apostles were not idle in their places:
And the Apostle Paul Reporteth, that himself alone had filled with the Gospel all the Country from Jerusalem, even round about unto Illyricum; yea, that he strived to preach it where christ was not so much as nam, Rom. 15.19, 20. You may suppose the rest of the Apostles were not idle in their places:
cc dt n1 np1 vvz, cst n1 av-j vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 d dt n1 p-acp np1, av av-j a-acp p-acp np1; uh, cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq np1 vbds xx av av-d c-acp vvn, np1 crd, crd pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbdr xx j p-acp po32 n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15590
The stories of the Church give in some Testimonies to it;
The stories of the Church give in Some Testimonies to it;
dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp pn31;
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15591
For Stapleton reports of Thomas that he preached to the Indians; and Clemens saith there is no Nation, either Grecian or Barbarian, among whom prayers are not made in the Name of Jesus:
For Stapleton reports of Thomas that he preached to the Indians; and Clemens Says there is no nation, either Grecian or Barbarian, among whom Prayers Are not made in the Name of jesus:
c-acp np1 n2 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt np1; cc np1 vvz a-acp vbz dx n1, d jp cc j-jn, p-acp r-crq n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15592
And so to whom God is not manifested as a Father in his Son Christ.
And so to whom God is not manifested as a Father in his Son christ.
cc av p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15593
But yet we are not to conclude from this, an universal Declaration of the Name of God to every people, Island, Nation in the world, in the times of the Apostles.
But yet we Are not to conclude from this, an universal Declaration of the Name of God to every people, Island, nation in the world, in the times of the Apostles.
p-acp av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15594
For since their dayes, Christ hath revealed it to many Countries, and to many people.
For since their days, christ hath revealed it to many Countries, and to many people.
p-acp p-acp po32 n2, np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2051
Page 547
15595
And yet at this day there are many Nations that have not heard of God in Christ;
And yet At this day there Are many nations that have not herd of God in christ;
cc av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vhb xx vvn pp-f np1 p-acp np1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15596
That Name of his hath not been declared to them: But to them he will declare it before the consummation of the world;
That Name of his hath not been declared to them: But to them he will declare it before the consummation of the world;
cst n1 pp-f png31 vhz xx vbn vvn p-acp pno32: cc-acp p-acp pno32 pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15597
they shall all hear of it;
they shall all hear of it;
pns32 vmb d vvi pp-f pn31;
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15598
The Gospel (saith our Saviour) shall be preached to all the world, and then shall the end come, Mat. 24.14.The Gospel (Says our Saviour) shall be preached to all the world, and then shall the end come, Mathew 24.14.
dt n1 (vvz po12 n1) vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc av vmb dt n1 vvb, np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15599
So it behoveth that remission should be preached in his Name, and that among all Nations, Luk. 24 47. There is a fulness of the Gentiles yet to be brought in, by this discovery of the Fathers Name:
So it behooveth that remission should be preached in his Name, and that among all nations, Luk. 24 47. There is a fullness of the Gentiles yet to be brought in, by this discovery of the Father's Name:
av pn31 vvz d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc cst p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15600
which Christ will certainly accomplish in his own time;
which christ will Certainly accomplish in his own time;
r-crq np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp po31 d n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15601
He hath begun of late to manifest it to the Indians in America, and he will certainly go on with that work, till all the People, Languages,
He hath begun of late to manifest it to the Indians in America, and he will Certainly go on with that work, till all the People, Languages,
pns31 vhz vvn pp-f j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt np1 p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp d dt n1, n2,
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15602
and Nations in the world do serve the Lord:
and nations in the world do serve the Lord:
cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vdb vvi dt n1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15603
till the ends of all the world do turn to him, and all the Kindreds of the earth do worship before him:
till the ends of all the world do turn to him, and all the Kindreds of the earth do worship before him:
c-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 vdb vvi p-acp pno31, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb vvi p-acp pno31:
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 547
15643
yet seeing Christ hath undertaken it, and bound himself by faithfull promise to his Father, that as he hath declared his name already,
yet seeing christ hath undertaken it, and bound himself by faithful promise to his Father, that as he hath declared his name already,
av vvg np1 vhz vvn pn31, cc vvn px31 p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 av,
(64) part (DIV2)
2057
Page 549
15604
And till he be Governour in all Nations, Psal. 22.27, 28. You see then Jesus Christ will be continually making further Declarations of his Fathers name to other Nations:And till he be Governor in all nations, Psalm 22.27, 28. You see then jesus christ will be continually making further Declarations of his Father's name to other nations:
cc c-acp pns31 vbb n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd, crd pn22 vvb av np1 np1 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp j-jn n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 548
15605
still it is, I have declared it, and I will declare it, with reference to other Nations.
still it is, I have declared it, and I will declare it, with Referente to other nations.
av pn31 vbz, pns11 vhb vvn pn31, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2052
Page 548
15606
And so it is with reference to other persons, in those Nations where it is declared already.
And so it is with Referente to other Persons, in those nations where it is declared already.
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp d n2 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15607
He hath declared it unto some, and will declare unto others still, in every age to the end of the world.
He hath declared it unto Some, and will declare unto Others still, in every age to the end of the world.
pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d, cc vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn av, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15608
There will be some elect continually to be brought in by this means. Some to be added to the Church, some to be joyned to the body mystical,
There will be Some elect continually to be brought in by this means. some to be added to the Church, Some to be joined to the body mystical,
pc-acp vmb vbi d j-vvn av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n2. d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 j,
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15609
untill the dispensation of the fullness of time which the Apostle mentions, Eph. 1.10. when all things shall be gathered into one, which are in heaven, and which are on earth.
until the Dispensation of the fullness of time which the Apostle mentions, Ephesians 1.10. when all things shall be gathered into one, which Are in heaven, and which Are on earth.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 n2, np1 crd. c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd, r-crq vbr p-acp n1, cc q-crq vbr p-acp n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15610
So that you see my brethren, Jesus Christ will be continually making further declarations of his Fathers Name to other Nations and to other persons.
So that you see my brothers, jesus christ will be continually making further declarations of his Father's Name to other nations and to other Persons.
av cst pn22 vvb po11 n2, np1 np1 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc p-acp j-jn n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15611
But how will he make these further declarations? Brethren, he will not do it in his own person,
But how will he make these further declarations? Brothers, he will not do it in his own person,
p-acp q-crq vmb pns31 vvi d jc n2? n1, pns31 vmb xx vdi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15612
or by his own immediate voyce: But he will do it other wayes. 1. By his written word and Ministers in all ages:
or by his own immediate voice: But he will do it other ways. 1. By his written word and Ministers in all ages:
cc p-acp po31 d j n1: cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-jn n2. crd p-acp po31 j-vvn n1 cc n2 p-acp d n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2053
Page 548
15613
for that which they declare in his name and by authority from him, Jesus Christ himself declares.
for that which they declare in his name and by Authority from him, jesus christ himself declares.
c-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, np1 np1 px31 vvz.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15614
To this end Christ hath set some in the Church, some Ministers of all sorts, as the Apostle tells us, 1 Cor. 12.28.
To this end christ hath Set Some in the Church, Some Ministers of all sorts, as the Apostle tells us, 1 Cor. 12.28.
p-acp d n1 np1 vhz vvn d p-acp dt n1, d n2 pp-f d n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15615
And that is out of all dispute in the universal Church, which is not limited to any Countrey, or to any age.
And that is out of all dispute in the universal Church, which is not limited to any Country, or to any age.
cc cst vbz av pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15616
That so there might be continually some in all Churches and in all ages, to publish what is to be manifested of his Father.
That so there might be continually Some in all Churches and in all ages, to publish what is to be manifested of his Father.
cst av pc-acp vmd vbi av-j d p-acp d n2 cc p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15617
And hence said Christ to his Apostles, Mat. 28.20. Lo, I am with you to the end of the world.
And hence said christ to his Apostles, Mathew 28.20. Lo, I am with you to the end of the world.
cc av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd. uh, pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15618
They were not to continue for their own parts by many hundred years so long:
They were not to continue for their own parts by many hundred Years so long:
pns32 vbdr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2 p-acp d crd n2 av av-j:
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15619
And therefore it must also stretch to those who were to follow them in the office,
And Therefore it must also stretch to those who were to follow them in the office,
cc av pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp d r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15620
and the work of Gospel preaching, till it be published universally to all Nations, in the outward promulgation,
and the work of Gospel preaching, till it be published universally to all nations, in the outward Promulgation,
cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn av-j p-acp d n2, p-acp dt j n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15621
and in the inward and effectual revelation to all persons to whom it is appointed so to be revealed:
and in the inward and effectual Revelation to all Persons to whom it is appointed so to be revealed:
cc p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn av pc-acp vbi vvn:
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15622
Which was not done, you know, by the Apostles:
Which was not done, you know, by the Apostles:
r-crq vbds xx vdn, pn22 vvb, p-acp dt n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15623
it was but begun by them, and must be carrried on, till it be finished, by other Ministers to the end of the world.
it was but begun by them, and must be carried on, till it be finished, by other Ministers to the end of the world.
pn31 vbds p-acp vvn p-acp pno32, cc vmb vbi vvn a-acp, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn, p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15662
when Christ shall have declared his Fathers name to all the Nations under heaven, when the Jews shall be converted,
when christ shall have declared his Father's name to all the nations under heaven, when the jews shall be converted,
c-crq np1 vmb vhi vvn po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1, c-crq dt np2 vmb vbi vvn,
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15624
And therefore when our Saviour Christ ascended, and consequently could no longer teach his Church immediately in his own person, he gave gifts unto men, such gifts as he never gave before:
And Therefore when our Saviour christ ascended, and consequently could not longer teach his Church immediately in his own person, he gave Gifts unto men, such Gifts as he never gave before:
cc av c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvn, cc av-j vmd xx av-jc vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2, d n2 c-acp pns31 av-x vvd a-acp:
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15625
And he gave some Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists: And he gave Some Apostles, prophets, Evangelists:
cc pns31 vvd d n2, n2, n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15626
Some temporary, some perpetual, for the perfecting of the Saints, for the work of the Ministry.
some temporary, Some perpetual, for the perfecting of the Saints, for the work of the Ministry.
d j, d j, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15627
How long? Till we all come (all that are chosen, whether Jews or Gentiles) in the unity of the Faith, unto a perfect man.
How long? Till we all come (all that Are chosen, whither jews or Gentiles) in the unity of the Faith, unto a perfect man.
c-crq j? c-acp pns12 d vvb (d cst vbr vvn, c-crq np2 cc np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15628
So that the Ministry shall be continued, till all be gathered into Christ, that shall be gathered,
So that the Ministry shall be continued, till all be gathered into christ, that shall be gathered,
av cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp d vbb vvn p-acp np1, cst vmb vbi vvn,
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15629
and that is till the end of the world. 2. Christ makes these further declarations of his Fathers name in every age; by his spirit.
and that is till the end of the world. 2. christ makes these further declarations of his Father's name in every age; by his Spirit.
cc d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd np1 vvz d jc n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d n1; p-acp po31 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2054
Page 548
15630
As he declares it outwardly to other persons by his word, so he declares it inwardly to other persons by his spirit, to his elect in every age to the end of the world.
As he declares it outwardly to other Persons by his word, so he declares it inwardly to other Persons by his Spirit, to his elect in every age to the end of the world.
p-acp pns31 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 j-vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 548
15631
And therefore when our Saviour Christ withdrew his corporal and fleshly presence, he sent his spirit down to teach his people, to lead them into all truth:
And Therefore when our Saviour christ withdrew his corporal and fleshly presence, he sent his Spirit down to teach his people, to led them into all truth:
cc av c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvd po31 n1 cc j n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 548
15632
And by that spirit he declares his Fathers name, and will do to the worlds end.
And by that Spirit he declares his Father's name, and will do to the world's end.
cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz po31 ng1 n1, cc vmb vdi p-acp dt ng1 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 548
15633
And he assured his Apostles in the place even now alledged, Mat. 28.20. when he was even about to leave them, as to his fleshly presence with them, Lo, I am with you alwayes, viz. by my spirit, to the end of the world.
And he assured his Apostles in the place even now alleged, Mathew 28.20. when he was even about to leave them, as to his fleshly presence with them, Lo, I am with you always, viz. by my Spirit, to the end of the world.
cc pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 av av vvn, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vbds av a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, uh, pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av, n1 p-acp po11 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 548
15634
That is, with you and such as you are, with you and your Successors still in every age,
That is, with you and such as you Are, with you and your Successors still in every age,
cst vbz, p-acp pn22 cc d c-acp pn22 vbr, p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2 av p-acp d n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 549
15635
as long as the world endureth.
as long as the world Endureth.
c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz.
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 549
15636
Go ye therefore and teach all Nations, and my spirit shall be with you: So that what you teach all without, he shall teach my elect within, powerfully and with success, till the last man be gathered in:Go you Therefore and teach all nations, and my Spirit shall be with you: So that what you teach all without, he shall teach my elect within, powerfully and with success, till the last man be gathered in:
vvb pn22 av cc vvi d n2, cc po11 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22: av cst r-crq pn22 vvb d p-acp, pns31 vmb vvi po11 j-vvn a-acp, av-j cc p-acp n1, c-acp dt ord n1 vbi vvn p-acp:
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 549
15637
And then shall the end come.
And then shall the end come.
cc av vmb dt n1 vvb.
(64) part (DIV2)
2055
Page 549
15638
Is it so that Jesus Christ will be continually making further declarations of his Fathers name to other Nations and to other persons to the end of the world? Then let us seriously consider what our dutie is in reference to this work, (which will be beautifull and glorious beyond all comparison) and what Christ expects of us.
Is it so that jesus christ will be continually making further declarations of his Father's name to other nations and to other Persons to the end of the world? Then let us seriously Consider what our duty is in Referente to this work, (which will be beautiful and glorious beyond all comparison) and what christ expects of us.
vbz pn31 av cst np1 np1 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av vvb pno12 av-j vvi r-crq po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (r-crq vmb vbi j cc j p-acp d n1) cc q-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2056
Page 549
15639
If he will do as he hath said, let us examine what we are to do,
If he will do as he hath said, let us examine what we Are to do,
cs pns31 vmb vdi c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi,
(64) part (DIV2)
2056
Page 549
15640
and what duty lyeth upon us, (relating to it) in the mean time. And here I shall propound a few things.
and what duty lies upon us, (relating to it) in the mean time. And Here I shall propound a few things.
cc r-crq n1 vvz p-acp pno12, (vvg p-acp pn31) p-acp dt j n1. cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt d n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2056
Page 549
15641
1. Let us give him so much credit as to believe what he hath spoken. And though it seem improbable that Christ should manifest his Fathers name to all Nations:
1. Let us give him so much credit as to believe what he hath spoken. And though it seem improbable that christ should manifest his Father's name to all nations:
crd vvb pno12 vvi pno31 av av-d vvi c-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. cc cs pn31 vvb j cst np1 vmd vvi po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2057
Page 549
15644
so he will be continually making further declarations of it to other persons and to other Nations, let us say Amen to it.
so he will be continually making further declarations of it to other Persons and to other nations, let us say Amen to it.
av pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp j-jn n2 cc p-acp j-jn n2, vvb pno12 vvi uh-n p-acp pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2057
Page 549
15645
As Mary sometimes, when she had staggerd at the difficulty of the Promise, at length recovered out of that fit of unbelief,
As Marry sometime, when she had staggered At the difficulty of the Promise, At length recovered out of that fit of unbelief,
p-acp uh av, c-crq pns31 vhd vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 vvd av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2057
Page 549
15646
and set the seal of faith to it, Be it according to thy word. 2. Let our hearts be full of hope, in reference to this business.
and Set the seal of faith to it, Be it according to thy word. 2. Let our hearts be full of hope, in Referente to this business.
cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, vbb pn31 vvg p-acp po21 n1. crd vvb po12 n2 vbb j pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2057
Page 549
15647
Since Christ hath undertaken it, let us expect the execution of it.
Since christ hath undertaken it, let us expect the execution of it.
p-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2058
Page 549
15648
Our Saviours words (my brethren) are a promise to the Father, what he will do in after times for his people:
Our Saviors words (my brothers) Are a promise to the Father, what he will do in After times for his people:
po12 ng1 n2 (po11 n2) vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2058
Page 549
15649
Saith he, I will declare thy name to them.
Says he, I will declare thy name to them.
vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2058
Page 549
15650
And therefore as it is our duty to believe the promise, so to expect the good things promised.
And Therefore as it is our duty to believe the promise, so to expect the good things promised.
cc av c-acp pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, av pc-acp vvi dt j n2 vvn.
(64) part (DIV2)
2058
Page 549
15651
To be continually in a waiting frame, looking and harkning after the accomplishment of this eximious work of his, spying if we can see the day break,
To be continually in a waiting frame, looking and Harkening After the accomplishment of this eximious work of his, spying if we can see the day break,
pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f png31, vvg cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb,
(64) part (DIV2)
2058
Page 549
15652
and the Fathers name shine forth to other Nations, who never had a glimsp of it by any Gospel Revelation, till in the end from the rising of the Sun unto the going down of the same, his name be great among the Gentiles, according to that Prophesie relating to these latter times and ages of the world, Mal. 1.11. 3. Let us strive with Christ in prayer, that he would make good the word that he hath spoken to the Father before so many witnesses.
and the Father's name shine forth to other nations, who never had a glimsp of it by any Gospel Revelation, till in the end from the rising of the Sun unto the going down of the same, his name be great among the Gentiles, according to that Prophesy relating to these latter times and ages of the world, Malachi 1.11. 3. Let us strive with christ in prayer, that he would make good the word that he hath spoken to the Father before so many Witnesses.
cc dt ng1 n1 vvb av p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq av-x vhd dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt d, po31 n1 vbb j p-acp dt n2-j, vvg p-acp cst vvb vvg p-acp d d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp av d n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2058
Page 549
15653
Oh my beloved, when ye look on many Heathen Nations that yet are overwhelmed in ignorance and Egyptian darkness, that yet know nothing of the Fathers name;
O my Beloved, when you look on many Heathen nations that yet Are overwhelmed in ignorance and Egyptian darkness, that yet know nothing of the Father's name;
uh po11 j-vvn, c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d j-jn n2 cst av vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc jp n1, cst av vvb pix pp-f dt ng1 n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 549
15654
when you look on many Christians in profession, that yet are even in as bad a case as they, some of which it may be have relation to your selves:
when you look on many Christians in profession, that yet Are even in as bad a case as they, Some of which it may be have Relation to your selves:
c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d np1 p-acp n1, cst av vbr av p-acp c-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns32, d pp-f r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vhb n1 p-acp po22 n2:
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 549
15655
go to Jesus Christ and say, O Lord, thou hast professed that thou wilt declare thy Fathers name to other persons,
go to jesus christ and say, Oh Lord, thou hast professed that thou wilt declare thy Father's name to other Persons,
vvb p-acp np1 np1 cc vvi, uh n1, pns21 vh2 vvn cst pns21 vm2 vvi po21 ng1 n1 p-acp j-jn n2,
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 549
15656
and to other Nations, to the end of the world.
and to other nations, to the end of the world.
cc p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 549
15657
Lord, there are such Nations, there are such persons who yet are strangers to the Father;
Lord, there Are such nations, there Are such Persons who yet Are Strangers to the Father;
n1, pc-acp vbr d n2, pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq av vbr n2 p-acp dt n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 549
15658
who know no more of God in Christ, then the very beasts that perish: O be intreated to declare thy Fathers name to them.
who know no more of God in christ, then the very beasts that perish: Oh be entreated to declare thy Father's name to them.
q-crq vvb av-dx dc pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cs dt j n2 cst vvb: uh vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po21 ng1 n1 p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 549
15659
Lord, manifest the Father to them, that they may know him to salvation.
Lord, manifest the Father to them, that they may know him to salvation.
n1, j dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2059
Page 550
15660
4. Let our hearts be full of joy while we are looking forward to the accomplishment of this work.
4. Let our hearts be full of joy while we Are looking forward to the accomplishment of this work.
crd vvb po12 n2 vbb j pp-f n1 cs pns12 vbr vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15661
O let it chear our spirits, under all the sinking damps and deep discouragements that are upon them, in relation to the Church, to think in what a blessed state and glorious posture she will be,
O let it cheer our spirits, under all the sinking damps and deep discouragements that Are upon them, in Relation to the Church, to think in what a blessed state and glorious posture she will be,
sy vvb pn31 vvi po12 n2, p-acp d dt vvg n2-jn cc j-jn n2 cst vbr p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq dt j-vvn n1 cc j n1 pns31 vmb vbi,
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15828
It is a great attractive of affection.
It is a great Attractive of affection.
pn31 vbz dt j j pp-f n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 555
15665
And this is not the least, that people shall be brougbt in to the knowledge of the Lord out of all the quarters of the world,
And this is not the least, that people shall be brougbt in to the knowledge of the Lord out of all the quarters of the world,
cc d vbz xx dt ds, cst n1 vmb vbi n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15666
and that by heaps and multitudes.
and that by heaps and Multitudes.
cc cst p-acp n2 cc n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15667
And when they come, th•• shall be brought with gladness and rejoycing, as the Psalmist speaks, Psal. 45.15. With gladness and rejoycing shall they be brought.
And when they come, th•• shall be brought with gladness and rejoicing, as the Psalmist speaks, Psalm 45.15. With gladness and rejoicing shall they be brought.
cc c-crq pns32 vvb, n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc vvg, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp n1 cc vvg vmb pns32 vbi vvn.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15668
And truly they that have the happiness to live in those dayes, cannot but be extreamly taken with it,
And truly they that have the happiness to live in those days, cannot but be extremely taken with it,
cc av-j pns32 cst vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, vmbx p-acp vbi av-jn vvn p-acp pn31,
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15669
when they behold the Fathers name declared to the people of the Jews, and to such multitudes of Nations of the Gentiles,
when they behold the Father's name declared to the people of the jews, and to such Multitudes of nations of the Gentiles,
c-crq pns32 vvb dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 pp-f dt n2-j,
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15670
so that they shall come thronging in so fast as if they were in haste to be acquainted with him,
so that they shall come thronging in so fast as if they were in haste to be acquainted with him,
av cst pns32 vmb vvi vvg p-acp av av-j c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31,
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15671
and to know more of him: Oh they will be an end at this, and their hearts will leap within them.
and to know more of him: O they will be an end At this, and their hearts will leap within them.
cc pc-acp vvi dc pp-f pno31: uh pns32 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d, cc po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15672
There was never such a time since the foundation of the world, nor shall be till that blessed season come:
There was never such a time since the Foundation of the world, nor shall be till that blessed season come:
pc-acp vbds av-x d dt n1 c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx vmb vbi p-acp d j-vvn n1 vvb:
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15673
and therefore let our souls rejoyce in the foresight of it, though we never live to see it.
and Therefore let our Souls rejoice in the foresight of it, though we never live to see it.
cc av vvb po12 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs pns12 av-x vvb pc-acp vvi pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2060
Page 550
15674
And thus far of our Saviour faithfullness, in the delivery of his Fathers Errand, in the discovery of his Fathers name to his people.
And thus Far of our Saviour faithfulness, in the delivery of his Father's Errand, in the discovery of his Father's name to his people.
cc av av-j pp-f po12 n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2061
Page 550
15675
He hath been faithfull and will be faithfull in it.
He hath been faithful and will be faithful in it.
pns31 vhz vbn j cc vmb vbi j p-acp pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2061
Page 550
15676
In the remainder of the verse, he shews the end and reason of it, why he hath been so,
In the remainder of the verse, he shows the end and reason of it, why he hath been so,
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns31 vhz vbn av,
(64) part (DIV2)
2061
Page 550
15677
and will be so, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them, and I in them.
and will be so, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them, and I in them.
cc vmb vbi av, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc pns11 p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2061
Page 550
15678
It is a very great question, whether believers be intended here to be the objects, or the subjects of the love our Saviour mentions.
It is a very great question, whither believers be intended Here to be the objects, or the subject's of the love our Saviour mentions.
pn31 vbz dt av j n1, cs n2 vbb vvn av pc-acp vbi dt n2, cc dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1 po12 n1 n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2062
Page 550
15679
Whether the name of God be manifested to them to this end, that they may be beloved by him,
Whither the name of God be manifested to them to this end, that they may be Beloved by him,
cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31,
(64) part (DIV2)
2062
Page 550
15680
or to this end that they may love him.
or to this end that they may love him.
cc p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2062
Page 550
15681
I must acknowledge, all Interpreters almost that I have seen, make them the objects, not the subjects of this love, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them;
I must acknowledge, all Interpreters almost that I have seen, make them the objects, not the subject's of this love, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them;
pns11 vmb vvi, d n2 av cst pns11 vhb vvn, vvb pno32 dt n2, xx dt n2-jn pp-f d n1, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32;
(64) part (DIV2)
2062
Page 550
15682
That is, say they, may reach to them, or come to them: their meaning is so as to lay hold upon them, and embrace them.
That is, say they, may reach to them, or come to them: their meaning is so as to lay hold upon them, and embrace them.
cst vbz, vvb pns32, vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvb p-acp pno32: po32 n1 vbz av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2062
Page 550
15683
In plainer terms, that thou maist love them with the love wherewith thou hast loved me, with the very same affection.
In plainer terms, that thou Mayest love them with the love wherewith thou hast loved me, with the very same affection.
p-acp jc n2, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, p-acp dt j d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2062
Page 550
15684
Against this Exposition there are two Exceptions, to which I must confess I know not how to give a cleer Solution.
Against this Exposition there Are two Exceptions, to which I must confess I know not how to give a clear Solution.
p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 550
15685
For First, If this were the intention of our Saviour, I have declared unto them thy name, that thou maist love them, he would have said in probability, That thy love may be towards them,
For First, If this were the intention of our Saviour, I have declared unto them thy name, that thou Mayest love them, he would have said in probability, That thy love may be towards them,
p-acp ord, cs d vbdr dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno32, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1, cst po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32,
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 550
15686
or That thy love may be upon them, rather then That thy love NONLATINALPHABET (as here we have it) may be in them.
or That thy love may be upon them, rather then That thy love (as Here we have it) may be in them.
cc cst po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, av-c cs cst po21 n1 (c-acp av pns12 vhb pn31) vmb vbi p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 550
15687
This is a strange expression to say My love is in a man, when my intention is, I love him,
This is a strange expression to say My love is in a man, when my intention is, I love him,
d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq po11 n1 vbz, pns11 vvb pno31,
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 550
15688
or I have set my love upon him.
or I have Set my love upon him.
cc pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 550
15689
But secondly, if when our Saviour Saviour saith that thy love may be in them, his meaning be, That thou maist love them:
But secondly, if when our Saviour Saviour Says that thy love may be in them, his meaning be, That thou Mayest love them:
p-acp ord, cs c-crq po12 n1 n1 vvz cst po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, po31 n1 vbi, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno32:
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 551
15690
how shall this be the end of his forementioned delaration of his Fathers name, as it is cleerly made in this place? I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them:
how shall this be the end of his forementioned declaration of his Father's name, as it is clearly made in this place? I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them:
c-crq vmb d vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1? pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vmb vbi p-acp pno32:
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 551
15691
That thou maist love them with the love wherewith thou hast loved me. That thou Mayest love them with the love wherewith thou hast loved me.
cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 551
15692
Doth Christ declare his Fathers name to men, his love, his mercy to this end that he may love them? Is this a proper means to that end? for God to be made known to men, that God may love them whom he is made known to? Brethren, God doth not love men because his name is manifested and declared to them,
Does christ declare his Father's name to men, his love, his mercy to this end that he may love them? Is this a proper means to that end? for God to be made known to men, that God may love them whom he is made known to? Brothers, God does not love men Because his name is manifested and declared to them,
vdz np1 vvi po31 ng1 n1 p-acp n2, po31 n1, po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32? vbz d dt j n2 p-acp d n1? p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn vvn p-acp n2, cst np1 vmb vvi pno32 r-crq pns31 vbz vvn vvn p-acp? n1, np1 vdz xx vvi n2 p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32,
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 551
15693
but men love him upon that ground, and for that reason: the declaration of his name to them, is a means to make them love him.
but men love him upon that ground, and for that reason: the declaration of his name to them, is a means to make them love him.
cc-acp n2 vvb pno31 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1: dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2063
Page 551
15694
And therefore I must needs crave leave to think the latter Exposition probable, by which believers are made the subjects of the love here mentioned, I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them as in the subjects of it:
And Therefore I must needs crave leave to think the latter Exposition probable, by which believers Are made the subject's of the love Here mentioned, I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them as in the subject's of it:
cc av pns11 vmb av vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 j, p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1 av vvn, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f pn31:
(64) part (DIV2)
2064
Page 551
15695
That the love which is originally in thy self as in the fountain (as all other graces are) may be communicated and dispensed from thee to them, and become inherent in them.
That the love which is originally in thy self as in the fountain (as all other graces Are) may be communicated and dispensed from thee to them, and become inherent in them.
cst dt n1 r-crq vbz av-j p-acp po21 n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 (c-acp d j-jn n2 vbr) vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp pno32, cc vvi j p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2064
Page 551
15696
You know my Brethren, we are said to be partakers of the divine nature, 2 Pet. 1.4.
You know my Brothers, we Are said to be partakers of the divine nature, 2 Pet. 1.4.
pn22 vvb po11 n2, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, crd np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2065
Page 551
15697
not by participation of the essence, but by communication of the properties of God, when the communicable properties of God,
not by participation of the essence, but by communication of the properties of God, when the communicable properties of God,
xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq dt j n2 pp-f np1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2065
Page 551
15698
as holiness and love and wisdom, are dispenst to us.
as holiness and love and Wisdom, Are dispensed to us.
c-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1, vbr vvn p-acp pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2065
Page 551
15699
So here our Saviour prayes his Father, that the love wherewith he hath loved Christ, may be given down from him into the hearts of his people, that they may have that very property in them also.
So Here our Saviour prays his Father, that the love wherewith he hath loved christ, may be given down from him into the hearts of his people, that they may have that very property in them also.
av av po12 n1 vvz po31 n1, cst dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn np1, vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vhi d j n1 p-acp pno32 av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2065
Page 551
15700
And to this end saith Christ, I have declared thy name, thy mercy, goodness, love to them, that this love may be wrought in them.
And to this end Says christ, I have declared thy name, thy mercy, Goodness, love to them, that this love may be wrought in them.
cc p-acp d n1 vvz np1, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1, po21 n1, n1, vvb p-acp pno32, cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2066
Page 551
15701
That by this means their hearts may be enflamed, and filled with the love of thee:
That by this means their hearts may be inflamed, and filled with the love of thee:
cst p-acp d n2 po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21:
(64) part (DIV2)
2066
Page 551
15702
That they may have the love of thee in them, as the Apostle hath the very Phrase, 1 John 3.17.
That they may have the love of thee in them, as the Apostle hath the very Phrase, 1 John 3.17.
cst pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pno21 p-acp pno32, c-acp dt n1 vhz dt j n1, crd np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2066
Page 551
15703
How dwelleth the love of God in him? So here, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me, that very property may be in them, by way of derivation from thee,How dwells the love of God in him? So Here, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me, that very property may be in them, by Way of derivation from thee,
c-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31? av av, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cst j n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21,
(64) part (DIV2)
2066
Page 551
15704
and that by the revealing of thy name to them.
and that by the revealing of thy name to them.
cc cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2066
Page 551
15705
If this be our Saviours meaning, as I can see no other for the present, the Observations will be two.
If this be our Saviors meaning, as I can see no other for the present, the Observations will be two.
cs d vbb po12 ng1 n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi dx j-jn p-acp dt j, dt n2 vmb vbi crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2067
Page 551
15706
First, The love which is in true believers, comes from God.
First, The love which is in true believers, comes from God.
ord, dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2, vvz p-acp np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2067
Page 551
15707
The love wherewith true believers love, is in a sense the same wherewith God himself loves:
The love wherewith true believers love, is in a sense the same wherewith God himself loves:
dt n1 c-crq j n2 vvb, vbz p-acp dt n1 dt d c-crq np1 px31 vvz:
(64) part (DIV2)
2067
Page 551
15708
Or the love wherewith God loves, is in a sense in true believers.
Or the love wherewith God loves, is in a sense in true believers.
cc dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz, vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2067
Page 551
15709
Secondly, The declaration of the Fathers name to them, is the great means that begetteth love in them.
Secondly, The declaration of the Father's name to them, is the great means that begetteth love in them.
ord, dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno32, vbz dt j n2 cst vvz n1 p-acp pno32.
(64) part (DIV2)
2067
Page 551
15710
DOCTRINE. The love which is in true Believers comes from God. The love wherewith he loveth, is in them, saith our Saviour in my text.DOCTRINE. The love which is in true Believers comes from God. The love wherewith he loves, is in them, Says our Saviour in my text.
n1. dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2 vvz p-acp np1. dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, vbz p-acp pno32, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2067
Page 551
15711
viz. by way of dispensation from him.viz. by Way of Dispensation from him.
n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 551
15712
Love is originally, primitively and essentially in the Lord, and from him it is given down into the hearts of true believers.
Love is originally, primitively and essentially in the Lord, and from him it is given down into the hearts of true believers.
n1 vbz av-j, av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp pno31 pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 551
15713
This is part of the divine nature, which they are made partakers of, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 1.4.
This is part of the divine nature, which they Are made partakers of, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 1.4.
d vbz n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq pns32 vbr vvn n2 pp-f, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15714
This is a print of his Image, whereby they are conformed to God, and made suitable to God,
This is a print of his Image, whereby they Are conformed to God, and made suitable to God,
d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd j p-acp np1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15715
when they love as he doth; And consequently, as he is, such are they in this world.
when they love as he does; And consequently, as he is, such Are they in this world.
c-crq pns32 vvb c-acp pns31 vdz; cc av-j, c-acp pns31 vbz, d vbr pns32 p-acp d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15716
So that when an enlightned eye looks first on God, and sees that he doth love, that he is love,
So that when an enlightened eye looks First on God, and sees that he does love, that he is love,
av cst c-crq dt vvn n1 vvz ord p-acp np1, cc vvz cst pns31 vdz vvi, cst pns31 vbz n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15717
and then looks on the believer, and sees this grace of love communicated and dispensed from God to him, he finds that he is such a one as God is:
and then looks on the believer, and sees this grace of love communicated and dispensed from God to him, he finds that he is such a one as God is:
cc av vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz d n1 pp-f n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz d dt pi p-acp np1 vbz:
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15718
That he is like God in this world, though he shall be better like him in the world that is to come:
That he is like God in this world, though he shall be better like him in the world that is to come:
cst pns31 vbz av-j np1 p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vmb vbi jc av-j pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi:
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15719
This is a beam of his light (as other saving graces are) it comes down from the Father of lights, as the Apostle James speaks, Chap. 1.17.
This is a beam of his Light (as other Saving graces Are) it comes down from the Father of lights, as the Apostle James speaks, Chap. 1.17.
d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (c-acp j-jn j-vvg n2 vbr) pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15720
And as the stars shine with a borrowed Luster, even so do believers too.
And as the Stars shine with a borrowed Luster, even so do believers too.
cc c-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1, av av vdb n2 av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15721
If there be this, or any other brightness in them, it is a beam of the divinity, a streak and ray of the divine glory.
If there be this, or any other brightness in them, it is a beam of the divinity, a streak and ray of the divine glory.
cs pc-acp vbb d, cc d j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15722
They shine because their light is come, viz. from God, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon them, Isa. 60.1.
They shine Because their Light is come, viz. from God, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon them, Isaiah 60.1.
pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn, n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15723
And in a word this is a stream of his fountain, which runs down from God to us:
And in a word this is a stream of his fountain, which runs down from God to us:
cc p-acp dt n1 d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp pno12:
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15724
All our fresh springs are in him, as the Prophet David speaks, Psal. 87.7. and consequently all our streams of living waters are from him.
All our fresh springs Are in him, as the Prophet David speaks, Psalm 87.7. and consequently all our streams of living waters Are from him.
d po12 j n2 vbr p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc av-j d po12 n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 vbr p-acp pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15725
First the springs of our streams are in him, and then the streams of his springs are in us.
First the springs of our streams Are in him, and then the streams of his springs Are in us.
np1 dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr p-acp pno31, cc av dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbr p-acp pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15726
The love wherewith he loveth, is in us.
The love wherewith he loves, is in us.
dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, vbz p-acp pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2068
Page 552
15727
So that God doth not only teach us love, as the Apostle saith, ye are taught of God to love, 1 Thes. 4.9. but more then so, he gives us love.
So that God does not only teach us love, as the Apostle Says, you Are taught of God to love, 1 Thebes 4.9. but more then so, he gives us love.
av cst np1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, vvn np1 crd. cc-acp dc cs av, pns31 vvz pno12 vvi.
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15728
He doth not only teach it as a Master, but he bestows it as a Donour and Dispenser;
He does not only teach it as a Master, but he bestows it as a Donor and Dispenser;
pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc np1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15729
Yea, as a Donour of himself to us; for when he gives us love, he gives us down himself in some measure;
Yea, as a Donor of himself to us; for when he gives us love, he gives us down himself in Some measure;
uh, c-acp dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp pno12; p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 vvi, pns31 vvz pno12 a-acp px31 p-acp d n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15730
And therefore by this love he is said to dwell in us; Mark that Expression of the Apostle John, 1. Epist. 4.10.
And Therefore by this love he is said to dwell in us; Mark that Expression of the Apostle John, 1. Epistle 4.10.
cc av p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15731
God is love, and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him, God is love properly, essentially (for whatsoever is attributed to God is God,) and he is the Original and Fountain of that love that is communicated to the Creature,God is love, and he that dwells in love dwells in God, and God in him, God is love properly, essentially (for whatsoever is attributed to God is God,) and he is the Original and Fountain of that love that is communicated to the Creature,
np1 vbz n1, cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31, np1 vbz n1 av-j, av-j (p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 vbz np1,) cc pns31 vbz dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15732
and by this love he dwells in us. So that whoever hath this love in him, hath God in him;
and by this love he dwells in us. So that whoever hath this love in him, hath God in him;
cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno12. av cst r-crq vhz d n1 p-acp pno31, vhz n1 p-acp pno31;
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15733
God in the beam, as we are wont to say; The room that hath the beam in it, hath the Sun in it;
God in the beam, as we Are wont to say; The room that hath the beam in it, hath the Sun in it;
np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi; dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31;
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15734
That place of the Apostle John is full, 1 Epist. 4.7.
That place of the Apostle John is full, 1 Epistle 4.7.
cst n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j, crd np1 crd.
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15735
Love is of God, saith he, and every one that loves is born of God, while he participates in this of Gods nature,Love is of God, Says he, and every one that loves is born of God, while he participates in this of God's nature,
n1 vbz pp-f np1, vvz pns31, cc d pi cst vvz vbz vvn pp-f np1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp d pp-f npg1 n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15736
even as the Son is made partaker of the nature of the Father.
even as the Son is made partaker of the nature of the Father.
av c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15737
The Point you see is fully proved, The love which is in true believers, comes from God.
The Point you see is Fully proved, The love which is in true believers, comes from God.
dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz av-j vvn, dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2, vvz p-acp np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2069
Page 552
15738
And it must needs be so, because it is not, neither can it be originally in,
And it must needs be so, Because it is not, neither can it be originally in,
cc pn31 vmb av vbi av, c-acp pn31 vbz xx, dx vmb pn31 vbi av-j p-acp,
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15739
or of, or from our selves. The heart of man is naturally averse, yea even abhorrent from the Love of God:
or of, or from our selves. The heart of man is naturally averse, yea even abhorrent from the Love of God:
cc a-acp, cc p-acp po12 n2. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j j, uh j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15740
And therefore in the state of nature, men are said to hate God, Rom. 1.30. as in divers other places of the Scripture.
And Therefore in the state of nature, men Are said to hate God, Rom. 1.30. as in diverse other places of the Scripture.
cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1, np1 crd. c-acp p-acp j j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15741
Indeed it seems to be a little strange that men should naturally hate the chiefest good:
Indeed it seems to be a little strange that men should naturally hate the chiefest good:
np1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j j cst n2 vmd av-j vvi dt js-jn j:
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15742
And true it is, that nothing apprehended and presented under the notion, reason, and the name of goodness can be hated and abhorred:
And true it is, that nothing apprehended and presented under the notion, reason, and the name of Goodness can be hated and abhorred:
cc j pn31 vbz, cst pix vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn cc j-vvn:
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15743
But yet the chief good, looked upon as evil, either in it self, or else to him that so conceives and apprehends it, may under such a notion be so far from being loved as that indeed it may be hated.
But yet the chief good, looked upon as evil, either in it self, or Else to him that so conceives and apprehends it, may under such a notion be so Far from being loved as that indeed it may be hated.
cc-acp av dt j-jn j, vvd p-acp c-acp n-jn, av-d p-acp pn31 n1, cc av p-acp pno31 cst av vvz cc vvz pn31, vmb p-acp d dt n1 vbb av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp cst av pn31 vmb vbi vvn.
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15744
And thus it is with all unsanctified men.
And thus it is with all unsanctified men.
cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d j n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 552
15745
So that of our selves you see it is impossible to have the love of God in us.
So that of our selves you see it is impossible to have the love of God in us.
av d pp-f po12 n2 pn22 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2070
Page 553
16001
as multitudes there are of such my Brethren, and that not in Hell only among the Devils,
as Multitudes there Are of such my Brothers, and that not in Hell only among the Devils,
c-acp n2 pc-acp vbr pp-f d po11 n2, cc cst xx p-acp n1 av-j p-acp dt n2,
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
15746
But whence must we have it then, if we be partakers of it? The Apostle clearly shews us, Jam. 1.17. Every good and perfect gift is from above.
But whence must we have it then, if we be partakers of it? The Apostle clearly shows us, Jam. 1.17. Every good and perfect gift is from above.
cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vhi pn31 av, cs pns12 vbb n2 pp-f pn31? dt n1 av-j vvz pno12, np1 crd. d j cc j n1 vbz p-acp a-acp.
(64) part (DIV2)
2071
Page 553
15747
From above, what's that? why it cometh down from the Father of lights, that is, from God who is the fountain of it.
From above, what's that? why it comes down from the Father of lights, that is, from God who is the fountain of it.
p-acp a-acp, q-crq|vbz d? q-crq pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, p-acp np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2071
Page 553
15748
And if every gift be from him, every good and perfect gift, then surely love which is in some respect the choicest of all other guifts (as the Apostle shewes at large) is from him too.
And if every gift be from him, every good and perfect gift, then surely love which is in Some respect the Choicest of all other Gifts (as the Apostle shows At large) is from him too.
cc cs d n1 vbi p-acp pno31, d j cc j n1, av av-j vvi r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 dt js pp-f d j-jn n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j) vbz p-acp pno31 av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2071
Page 553
15749
The love which is in true believers, comes from God. But yet this Caution let me interpose, before I come to application.
The love which is in true believers, comes from God. But yet this Caution let me interpose, before I come to application.
dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2, vvz p-acp np1. p-acp av d n1 vvb pno11 vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2071
Page 553
15750
You must not apprehend the love which is in true believers, to come immediately from God, without the use of second means,
You must not apprehend the love which is in true believers, to come immediately from God, without the use of second means,
pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f ord n2,
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15751
as some have seemed to infer from that place of the Apostle, 1 Thess. 4.9. As touching love you need not that I write to you;
as Some have seemed to infer from that place of the Apostle, 1 Thess 4.9. As touching love you need not that I write to you;
c-acp d vhb vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp vvg n1 pn22 vvb xx cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22;
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15752
for you your selves are taught of God to love. for you your selves Are taught of God to love.
c-acp pn22 po22 n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi.
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15753
As if his meaning were, I need not teach it you at all, I need not strive to work it and beget it in you, by my preaching;
As if his meaning were, I need not teach it you At all, I need not strive to work it and beget it in you, by my preaching;
c-acp cs po31 n1 vbdr, pns11 vvb xx vvi pn31 pn22 p-acp d, pns11 vvb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, p-acp po11 vvg;
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15754
for you are taught immediately of God himself.
for you Are taught immediately of God himself.
c-acp pn22 vbr vvn av-j pp-f np1 px31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15755
Whereas indeed he speaks comparatively, not as though they had no need at all of his instruction,
Whereas indeed he speaks comparatively, not as though they had no need At all of his instruction,
cs av pns31 vvz av-j, xx c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15756
but not such need as many other men who were not taught of God to love.
but not such need as many other men who were not taught of God to love.
cc-acp xx d n1 c-acp d j-jn n2 r-crq vbdr xx vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi.
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15757
As such expressions are very usual in the Scripture, which in shew are universal, yet to be understood ex parte, and in comparison,
As such expressions Are very usual in the Scripture, which in show Are universal, yet to be understood ex parte, and in comparison,
p-acp d n2 vbr av j p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr j, av pc-acp vbi vvn fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15758
as that for instance, John 9.4. If ye were blind, ye should have no sin, saith Christ;
as that for instance, John 9.4. If you were blind, you should have no since, Says christ;
c-acp cst p-acp n1, np1 crd. cs pn22 vbdr j, pn22 vmd vhi dx n1, vvz np1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15759
none in comparison, not simply none.
none in comparison, not simply none.
pix p-acp n1, xx av-j pi.
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15760
But as for love, that it is mediately wrought by means, as by the preaching of the Gospel, is very manifest by this, that the Apostles, Paul and John especially, do so frequently and earnestly perswade and press to it:
But as for love, that it is mediately wrought by means, as by the preaching of the Gospel, is very manifest by this, that the Apostles, Paul and John especially, do so frequently and earnestly persuade and press to it:
cc-acp c-acp p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2, c-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vbz av j p-acp d, cst dt n2, np1 cc np1 av-j, vdb av av-j cc av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31:
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15761
which they need not to have done, if God did work it in the hearts of his people immediately by the teaching of his spirit.
which they need not to have done, if God did work it in the hearts of his people immediately by the teaching of his Spirit.
r-crq pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vhi vdn, cs np1 vdd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15762
Indeed my brethren, every saving grace flows clearly from the upper spring, but yet there are some pipes that carry and convey it down to us,
Indeed my brothers, every Saving grace flows clearly from the upper spring, but yet there Are Some pipes that carry and convey it down to us,
np1 po11 n2, d vvg n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt jc n1, cc-acp av a-acp vbr d n2 cst vvb cc vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno12,
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15763
as the Word and Ordinances and the like. And he that lives above them, lives above grace too.
as the Word and Ordinances and the like. And he that lives above them, lives above grace too.
c-acp dt n1 cc n2 cc dt j. cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno32, vvz p-acp n1 av.
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15764
And therefore in my text, our Saviour makes his declaration of his Father name, by himself and his Apostles and their Successors in the Church, the means of working love in the hearts of his people;
And Therefore in my text, our Saviour makes his declaration of his Father name, by himself and his Apostles and their Successors in the Church, the means of working love in the hearts of his people;
cc av p-acp po11 n1, po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 pp-f po31 n1 n1, p-acp px31 cc po31 n2 cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1;
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15765
I have declared unto them thy name and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them I have declared unto them thy name and will declare it, that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1 cc vmb vvi pn31, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32
(64) part (DIV2)
2072
Page 553
15766
Now is it so my brethren, that the love which is in true believers comes from God? Here then we are directed where to go,
Now is it so my brothers, that the love which is in true believers comes from God? Here then we Are directed where to go,
av vbz pn31 av po11 n2, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2 vvz p-acp np1? av cs pns12 vbr vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi,
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15767
and to whom to have recourse for this grace. If any man lack wisdom, saith the Apostle, let him ask it of God.
and to whom to have recourse for this grace. If any man lack Wisdom, Says the Apostle, let him ask it of God.
cc p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp d n1. cs d n1 vvb n1, vvz dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 pp-f np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15768
And so say I in this case, If any man want love to God, or to his Brethren, let him ask it of God.
And so say I in this case, If any man want love to God, or to his Brothers, let him ask it of God.
cc av vvb pns11 p-acp d n1, cs d n1 vvb n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n2, vvb pno31 vvi pn31 pp-f np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15769
Let him go to God the Fountain and the spring of it, and beseech him earnestly to give it down to poor creatures.
Let him go to God the Fountain and the spring of it, and beseech him earnestly to give it down to poor creatures.
vvb pno31 vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvb pno31 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp j n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15770
If we find our hearts are cold and dull and flat, if they be not inflamed with the love of God, let us entreat him to kindle them at his fire.
If we find our hearts Are cold and dull and flat, if they be not inflamed with the love of God, let us entreat him to kindle them At his fire.
cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 vbr j-jn cc j cc j, cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15771
Let us begg him that the love which is in him may be in us.
Let us beg him that the love which is in him may be in us.
vvb pno12 vvi pno31 cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31 vmb vbi p-acp pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15772
Let us pray with the Apostle, The Lord direct our hearts unto the love of God, 2 Thess. 3.5. They cannot find the way themselves;
Let us pray with the Apostle, The Lord Direct our hearts unto the love of God, 2 Thess 3.5. They cannot find the Way themselves;
vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 px32;
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 553
15773
the way of peace, and so the way of love, they have not known. Now the good Lord himself direct them,the Way of peace, and so the Way of love, they have not known. Now the good Lord himself Direct them,
dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb xx vvn. av dt j n1 px31 vvi pno32,
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 554
15774
and guide them into that way.
and guide them into that Way.
cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 554
15775
It cannot choose but be a pleasing and a lovely suit indeed, to be importunate with God to make us love him and to endear our hearts to him.
It cannot choose but be a pleasing and a lovely suit indeed, to be importunate with God to make us love him and to endear our hearts to him.
pn31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vbi dt j-vvg cc dt j n1 av, pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi pno31 cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 554
15776
A man would think that such a sweet request as this should not be turned off with a denial.
A man would think that such a sweet request as this should not be turned off with a denial.
dt n1 vmd vvi cst d dt j n1 p-acp d vmd xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 554
15777
And that we may the rather struggle in it, I shall propound two things.
And that we may the rather struggle in it, I shall propound two things.
cc cst pns12 vmb dt av-c vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi crd n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2073
Page 554
15778
1. Love as it comes from God, so it is in some respect the chiefest thing that comes from God.
1. Love as it comes from God, so it is in Some respect the chiefest thing that comes from God.
crd n1 c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp np1, av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 dt js-jn n1 cst vvz p-acp np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2074
Page 554
15779
It is a grace of the first magnitude, and therefore it is placed first by the Apostle in that Catalogue of his, Gal. 5.22. The fruit of the spirit is love, and then joy, and other graces. It is an excelling gift:
It is a grace of the First magnitude, and Therefore it is placed First by the Apostle in that Catalogue of his, Gal. 5.22. The fruit of the Spirit is love, and then joy, and other graces. It is an excelling gift:
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn ord p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1, cc av n1, cc j-jn n2. pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1:
(64) part (DIV2)
2074
Page 554
15780
and therefore the Apostle Paul to shew the matchless worth and the surpassing value of it, admits a kind of Solaecism in his discourse,
and Therefore the Apostle Paul to show the matchless worth and the surpassing valve of it, admits a kind of Solecism in his discourse,
cc av dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1,
(64) part (DIV2)
2074
Page 554
15781
and makes it better then the best of gifts, 1 Cor. 12. ult. Covet, saith he, and covet earnestly the best gifts.
and makes it better then the best of Gifts, 1 Cor. 12. ult. Covet, Says he, and covet earnestly the best Gifts.
cc vvz pn31 av-jc cs dt js pp-f n2, crd np1 crd n1. vvb, vvz pns31, cc vvb av-j dt js n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2074
Page 554
15782
And then immediately annexeth a discourse of love, and touching that he saith, I shew unto you a more excellent way.
And then immediately annexeth a discourse of love, and touching that he Says, I show unto you a more excellent Way.
cc av av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg cst pns31 vvz, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 dt av-dc j n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2074
Page 554
15783
Indeed it is of greater latitude then other graces, it runs through every precept of the Law of God.
Indeed it is of greater latitude then other graces, it runs through every precept of the Law of God.
av pn31 vbz pp-f jc n1 cs j-jn n2, pn31 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2075
Page 554
15784
For love is the fulfilling of the Law, and that no other grace is. It is of greater power then other graces, for it sets them all on work.
For love is the fulfilling of the Law, and that no other grace is. It is of greater power then other graces, for it sets them all on work.
p-acp n1 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc cst dx j-jn n1 vbz. pn31 vbz pp-f jc n1 cs j-jn n2, c-acp pn31 vvz pno32 d p-acp n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2075
Page 554
15785
And hence the acts of other graces are frequently ascribed to love, as 1 Cor. 13.4, &c she hopeth, she believeth, &c. It is of greater permanency then other graces, then faith, or hope.
And hence the acts of other graces Are frequently ascribed to love, as 1 Cor. 13.4, etc. she Hopes, she Believeth, etc. It is of greater permanency then other graces, then faith, or hope.
cc av dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp crd np1 crd, av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz, av pn31 vbz pp-f jc n1 cs j-jn n2, cs n1, cc n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2075
Page 554
15786
And other graces without love are nothing, as the Apostle shews at large in that Chapter.
And other graces without love Are nothing, as the Apostle shows At large in that Chapter.
cc j-jn n2 p-acp n1 vbr pix, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j p-acp d n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2075
Page 554
15787
2. And as love is the chiefest thing that comes from God, so it is the chiefest thing that conformeth us to God.
2. And as love is the chiefest thing that comes from God, so it is the chiefest thing that conformeth us to God.
crd cc c-acp n1 vbz dt js-jn n1 cst vvz p-acp np1, av pn31 vbz dt js-jn n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15788
It makes us like him more then other graces do.
It makes us like him more then other graces do.
pn31 vvz pno12 vvi pno31 av-dc cs j-jn n2 vdb.
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15789
God is not said in Scripture to be faith, or hope, or patience, but he is said in Scripture to be Love.
God is not said in Scripture to be faith, or hope, or patience, but he is said in Scripture to be Love.
np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15790
If we believe, God doth not so: if we hope, God doth not so: if we suffer quietly, God doth not so:
If we believe, God does not so: if we hope, God does not so: if we suffer quietly, God does not so:
cs pns12 vvb, np1 vdz xx av: cs pns12 vvb, np1 vdz xx av: cs pns12 vvb av-jn, np1 vdz xx av:
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15791
Indeed he suffer not at all, either by way of passion or compassion. But if we love, my brethren, so doth God.
Indeed he suffer not At all, either by Way of passion or compassion. But if we love, my brothers, so does God.
av pns31 vvb xx p-acp d, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. p-acp cs pns12 vvb, po11 n2, av vdz np1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15792
In this we do as God himself doth.
In this we do as God himself does.
p-acp d pns12 vdb p-acp np1 px31 vdz.
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15793
And therefore we may pray for this, (my brethren) in another way then we may pray for other graces, according to the pattern in my Text. We cannot pray to God, Lord grant us that the faith which is in thee, may be in us:
And Therefore we may pray for this, (my brothers) in Another Way then we may pray for other graces, according to the pattern in my Text. We cannot pray to God, Lord grant us that the faith which is in thee, may be in us:
cc av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d, (po11 n2) p-acp j-jn n1 cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 np1 pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp np1, n1 vvb pno12 d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno21, vmb vbi p-acp pno12:
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15794
Lord grant us that the hope which is in thee may be in us;
Lord grant us that the hope which is in thee may be in us;
n1 vvb pno12 d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno21 vmb vbi p-acp pno12;
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15795
But we may pray, Lord grant us that the love which is in thee, may be in us;
But we may pray, Lord grant us that the love which is in thee, may be in us;
cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi, n1 vvb pno12 d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno21, vmb vbi p-acp pno12;
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15796
That the love wherewith thou lovest, may be given down to us.
That the love wherewith thou Lovest, may be given down to us.
cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vv2, vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno12.
(64) part (DIV2)
2076
Page 554
15797
Is it so that the love which is in true believers, comes from God? If then we have the love of God in us, let us remember whence it came,
Is it so that the love which is in true believers, comes from God? If then we have the love of God in us, let us Remember whence it Come,
vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j n2, vvz p-acp np1? cs av pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq pn31 vvd,
(64) part (DIV2)
2077
Page 554
15798
and to whom the glory of it ought to be returned.
and to whom the glory of it ought to be returned.
cc p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn.
(64) part (DIV2)
2077
Page 554
15799
We can hate God of our selves, but we can never love him of our selves.
We can hate God of our selves, but we can never love him of our selves.
pns12 vmb vvi np1 pp-f po12 n2, cc-acp pns12 vmb av-x vvi pno31 pp-f po12 n2.
(64) part (DIV2)
2077
Page 554
15800
So that if there be any spark of the love of God in us, we may be confident that it was kindled at his fire.
So that if there be any spark of the love of God in us, we may be confident that it was kindled At his fire.
av cst cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vbi j cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1.
(64) part (DIV2)
2077
Page 554
15801
And therefore let it be continually working upward, upward still, yea, let it never leave ascending till it have joyned it self unto that infinite and endless flame, from which it issued and proceeded.
And Therefore let it be continually working upward, upward still, yea, let it never leave ascending till it have joined it self unto that infinite and endless flame, from which it issued and proceeded.
cc av vvb pn31 vbi av-j vvg av-j, av-j av, uh, vvb pn31 av-x vvi vvg p-acp pn31 vhb vvn pn31 n1 p-acp d j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvd cc vvn.
(64) part (DIV2)
2077
Page 554
15802
JOHN 17.26. That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be, &c. DOCTRINE 2. The Declaration of the Fathers Name to men, is one especial means to work the grace of love in them.JOHN 17.26. That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be, etc. DOCTRINE 2. The Declaration of the Father's Name to men, is one especial means to work the grace of love in them.
np1 crd. cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi, av n1 crd dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp n2, vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2077
Page 555
15803
IT is to this end that our Saviour makes it known, as you may see expresly in my Text;
IT is to this end that our Saviour makes it known, as you may see expressly in my Text;
pn31 vbz pc-acp d n1 cst po12 n1 vvz pn31 vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po11 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2079
Page 555
15804
I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it; I have declared unto them thy Name, and will declare it;
pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno32 po21 n1, cc vmb vvi pn31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2079
Page 555
15829
Now herein God excells (my brethren) in this respect, he is incomparably, out of measure lovely:
Now herein God excels (my brothers) in this respect, he is incomparably, out of measure lovely:
av av np1 vvz (po11 n2) p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz av-j, av pp-f n1 j:
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 555
15805
Why so? to what end? That the love wherewith thou hast loved me (that very property) may be in them; That as it is in thee, it may be wrought in them also.
Why so? to what end? That the love wherewith thou hast loved me (that very property) may be in them; That as it is in thee, it may be wrought in them also.
c-crq av? p-acp q-crq n1? cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 (cst j n1) vmb vbi p-acp pno32; cst p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno21, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2079
Page 555
15806
And out of doubt the means our Saviour pitches on, are useful and available to his ends.
And out of doubt the means our Saviour pitches on, Are useful and available to his ends.
cc av pp-f n1 dt n2 po12 n1 vvz a-acp, vbr j cc j p-acp po31 n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2079
Page 555
15807
Indeed men come to know the Father, by the discovery of his name to them; for so his name is all that makes him known to men:
Indeed men come to know the Father, by the discovery of his name to them; for so his name is all that makes him known to men:
av n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32; c-acp av po31 n1 vbz d cst vvz pno31 vvn p-acp n2:
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15808
And that which worketh knowledge of him, doth mediately work love to him:
And that which works knowledge of him, does mediately work love to him:
cc cst r-crq vvz n1 pp-f pno31, vdz av-j vvi n1 p-acp pno31:
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15809
So that if the discovery of his name do make men know him (as that is very manifest) it doth make them love him too.
So that if the discovery of his name do make men know him (as that is very manifest) it does make them love him too.
av cst cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vdb vvi n2 vvb pno31 (c-acp d vbz av j) pn31 vdz vvi pno32 vvi pno31 av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15810
That which one affirms of Learning, may be applyed to God, Non habet Inimicum nisi ignorantem.
That which one affirms of Learning, may be applied to God, Non habet Inimicum nisi ignorantem.
d r-crq crd vvz pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvd p-acp np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15811
Whosoever knows him clearly, loves him truly;
Whosoever knows him clearly, loves him truly;
r-crq vvz pno31 av-j, vvz pno31 av-j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15812
Indeed while we are unacquainted with him, the admirable worth and beauty, and excellency that is in him every way, doth not take a whit upon us.
Indeed while we Are unacquainted with him, the admirable worth and beauty, and excellency that is in him every Way, does not take a whit upon us.
av cs pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31, dt j n1 cc n1, cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31 d n1, vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15813
The Philosopher will tell us that the mind must be informed and convinced of the goodness of a thing,
The Philosopher will tell us that the mind must be informed and convinced of the Goodness of a thing,
dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15814
before the heart will cleave to it, or the affections close with it:
before the heart will cleave to it, or the affections close with it:
p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc dt n2 av-j p-acp pn31:
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15815
And hence it is, that carnal and unsanctified persons love not God, because they know him not:
And hence it is, that carnal and unsanctified Persons love not God, Because they know him not:
cc av pn31 vbz, cst j cc j n2 vvb xx np1, c-acp pns32 vvb pno31 xx:
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15816
Or if they know him any way, it is not under such a notion as renders him desirable or lovely to them.
Or if they know him any Way, it is not under such a notion as renders him desirable or lovely to them.
cc cs pns32 vvb pno31 d n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz pno31 j cc j p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15817
Perhaps they know him as a Judge, or an avenger; they cannot know him as a Saviour and Redeemer.
Perhaps they know him as a Judge, or an avenger; they cannot know him as a Saviour and Redeemer.
av pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; pns32 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15818
And this is the real cause why the triumphant Saints in Heaven, love him more then the Saints Militant on earth,
And this is the real cause why the triumphant Saints in Heaven, love him more then the Saints Militant on earth,
cc d vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt j n2 p-acp n1, vvb pno31 av-dc cs dt n2 j p-acp n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15819
because they have a fuller, clearer and distincter knowledge of him. We see him darkly in a glass, they face to face.
Because they have a fuller, clearer and distincter knowledge of him. We see him darkly in a glass, they face to face.
c-acp pns32 vhb dt jc, jc cc jc n1 pp-f pno31. pns12 vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15820
And this is the reason also why we love not God with such a high affection here as we shall do hereafter,
And this is the reason also why we love not God with such a high affection Here as we shall do hereafter,
cc d vbz dt n1 av c-crq pns12 vvb xx np1 p-acp d dt j n1 av c-acp pns12 vmb vdi av,
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15821
because we know him not so well, we have not such distinct and full discoveries of his name,
Because we know him not so well, we have not such distinct and full discoveries of his name,
c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 xx av av, pns12 vhb xx d j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15822
as then we shall attain to.
as then we shall attain to.
c-acp cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15823
So then you see in general, that the discovery of the Fathers name to men is one especial means to work the grace of love in them.
So then you see in general, that the discovery of the Father's name to men is one especial means to work the grace of love in them.
av cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2080
Page 555
15824
To clear it yet a little further to you.
To clear it yet a little further to you.
pc-acp vvi pn31 av dt j av-jc p-acp pn22.
(65) part (DIV2)
2081
Page 555
15825
I shall shew you particularly and distinctly, that there are divers things in Gods name, which (being manifested and declared unto men) are means to win their hearts to him,
I shall show you particularly and distinctly, that there Are diverse things in God's name, which (being manifested and declared unto men) Are means to win their hearts to him,
pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j cc av-j, cst a-acp vbr j n2 p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq (vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp n2) vbr n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31,
(65) part (DIV2)
2081
Page 555
15826
and so to work love in them. As
and so to work love in them. As
cc av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. p-acp
(65) part (DIV2)
2081
Page 555
15827
The beauty of the Lord is a part of his name, and beauty being manifested and discovered is a means to win love.
The beauty of the Lord is a part of his name, and beauty being manifested and discovered is a means to win love.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 vbg vvn cc vvn vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 555
15830
The greatest beauty in the world is holiness; so it is often called, as 1 Chron. 16.19. Psal. 29.2. To shew that holiness hath beauty in it;
The greatest beauty in the world is holiness; so it is often called, as 1 Chronicles 16.19. Psalm 29.2. To show that holiness hath beauty in it;
dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz n1; av pn31 vbz av vvn, c-acp crd np1 crd. np1 crd. p-acp n1 cst n1 vhz n1 p-acp pn31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15831
yea it is called Beauties in the plural number; The beauties of holiness; Psal. 110.3.
yea it is called Beauty's in the plural number; The beauty's of holiness; Psalm 110.3.
uh pn31 vbz vvn n2 p-acp dt j n1; dt n2 pp-f n1; np1 crd.
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15832
to intimate that holiness is full of beauty, and that it over-matches all the beauties in the world,
to intimate that holiness is full of beauty, and that it overmatches all the beauty's in the world,
pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz j pp-f n1, cc cst pn31 n2 d dt n2 p-acp dt n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15833
if all of them were put together: And therefore this is made in Scripture the greatest beauty of the creature;
if all of them were put together: And Therefore this is made in Scripture the greatest beauty of the creature;
cs d pp-f pno32 vbdr vvn av: cc av d vbz vvn p-acp n1 dt js n1 pp-f dt n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15834
as Sin is the deformity, so Grace and Holiness is the beauty of the Soul, it adorns the inner man:
as since is the deformity, so Grace and Holiness is the beauty of the Soul, it adorns the inner man:
c-acp n1 vbz dt n1, av n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz dt j n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15835
And therefore the Apostle Peter exhorteth Christian women to adorn the hidden man of the heart with this, 1 Pet. 3.4. Even with the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is of great price in the sight of God:
And Therefore the Apostle Peter exhorteth Christian women to adorn the hidden man of the heart with this, 1 Pet. 3.4. Even with the ornament of a meek and quiet Spirit, which is of great price in the sighed of God:
cc av dt n1 np1 vvz np1 n2 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d, crd np1 crd. av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1, r-crq vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15836
And hence it is that holiness is likened to the fairest things, to Robes, and Gems,
And hence it is that holiness is likened to the Fairest things, to Robes, and Gems,
cc av pn31 vbz cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n2, p-acp n2, cc n2,
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15837
and Crowns, and Gold, and Jewels, and the like. Now God is matchless in this kind of beauty; He is holiness it self; yea, he is infinitely holy:
and Crowns, and Gold, and Jewels, and the like. Now God is matchless in this kind of beauty; He is holiness it self; yea, he is infinitely holy:
cc n2, cc n1, cc n2, cc dt j. av np1 vbz j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; pns31 vbz n1 pn31 n1; uh, pns31 vbz av-j j:
(65) part (DIV2)
2082
Page 556
15838
And therefore holiness is called the Image of God. The holiness that is in men, is but an image and a pattern of that holiness which is originally and compleatly in the Lord:
And Therefore holiness is called the Image of God. The holiness that is in men, is but an image and a pattern of that holiness which is originally and completely in the Lord:
cc av n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n2, vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15839
who hath in this respect all beauty in him. Yea, it is called the glory of the Lord, Rom. 3.23. All have sinned and are deprived of the glory of God, which shined in us in the state of innocency.
who hath in this respect all beauty in him. Yea, it is called the glory of the Lord, Rom. 3.23. All have sinned and Are deprived of the glory of God, which shined in us in the state of innocency.
r-crq vhz p-acp d n1 d n1 p-acp pno31. uh, pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. d vhb vvn cc vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15840
Indeed, my brethren, he hath in him the Sum and the perfection of beauty;
Indeed, my brothers, he hath in him the Sum and the perfection of beauty;
np1, po11 n2, pns31 vhz p-acp pno31 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15841
He hath all in him that doth win and raise, nothing that cools or deadens the affection;
He hath all in him that does win and raise, nothing that cools or deadens the affection;
pns31 vhz d p-acp pno31 cst vdz vvi cc vvi, pix cst vvz cc vvz dt n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15842
all things to invite, nothing to avert love.
all things to invite, nothing to avert love.
d n2 pc-acp vvi, pix pc-acp vvi n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15843
Others there are (my brethren) who have some things beautiful and comely to invite and draw love,
Others there Are (my brothers) who have Some things beautiful and comely to invite and draw love,
n2-jn pc-acp vbr (po11 n2) r-crq vhb d n2 j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15844
but other things uncomely and unbeautiful to keep it off: Something or other there is in them that is odd, unpleasing, and so a bar, and hindrance to affection.
but other things uncomely and unbeautiful to keep it off: Something or other there is in them that is odd, unpleasing, and so a bar, and hindrance to affection.
cc-acp j-jn n2 j cc j-u pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp: np1 cc n-jn pc-acp vbz p-acp pno32 cst vbz j, j, cc av dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15845
Brethren, it is not so with God, he is all beautiful, and all alluring, altogether lovely:
Brothers, it is not so with God, he is all beautiful, and all alluring, altogether lovely:
n1, pn31 vbz xx av p-acp np1, pns31 vbz d j, cc d j-vvg, av j:
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15846
Others are so in some respects, but he is so in all respects, He is altogether lovely, the allurement of all hearts;
Others Are so in Some respects, but he is so in all respects, He is altogether lovely, the allurement of all hearts;
ng2-jn vbr av p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns31 vbz av p-acp d n2, pns31 vbz av j, dt n1 pp-f d n2;
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15847
And the desire of all Nations, Hag. 2.7.And the desire of all nations, Hag. 2.7.
cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, np1 crd.
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15848
So he is always in the merit, although he be not always so in the event. Object.
So he is always in the merit, although he be not always so in the event. Object.
av pns31 vbz av p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb xx av av p-acp dt n1. n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2083
Page 556
15849
But if God be so beautiful, what is the reason that men do not love him? But if God be so beautiful, what is the reason that men do not love him?
cc-acp cs np1 vbb av j, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst n2 vdb xx vvi pno31?
(65) part (DIV2)
2084
Page 556
15850
Answ. Because his name, in this respect, is not made known to them. All men are naturally blind, you know;Answer Because his name, in this respect, is not made known to them. All men Are naturally blind, you know;
np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, vbz xx vvn vvn p-acp pno32. av-d n2 vbr av-j j, pn22 vvb;
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15851
and blind men cannot judge of beauty, until their eyes be anointed with the Eye-salve, Apoc. 3.18. to make them see such beauty as this is:
and blind men cannot judge of beauty, until their eyes be anointed with the Eyesalve, Apocalypse 3.18. to make them see such beauty as this is:
cc j n2 vmbx vvi pp-f n1, c-acp po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi d n1 c-acp d vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15852
The beauty of holiness is a spiritual beauty, and that is not discerned by a natural Eye.
The beauty of holiness is a spiritual beauty, and that is not discerned by a natural Eye.
dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1, cc d vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15853
There must be a spiritual eye to see and to discern a spiritual beauty:
There must be a spiritual eye to see and to discern a spiritual beauty:
pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15854
And when you have such eyes as these, to see the beauty of the Lord, your hearts will be enamoured on him;
And when you have such eyes as these, to see the beauty of the Lord, your hearts will be enamoured on him;
cc c-crq pn22 vhb d n2 c-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15855
you will be in the case the Church was, you will be sick of love, and say, Lord, turn away thine eyes, for they have overcome us:
you will be in the case the Church was, you will be sick of love, and say, Lord, turn away thine eyes, for they have overcome us:
pn22 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vbds, pn22 vmb vbi j pp-f n1, cc vvi, n1, vvb av po21 n2, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno12:
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15856
We cannot bear the dazling rayes of such beauty as thine is. The goodness of the Lord is a part of his name;
We cannot bear the dazzling rays of such beauty as thine is. The Goodness of the Lord is a part of his name;
pns12 vmbx vvi dt vvg n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp png21 vbz. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2085
Page 556
15857
and goodness being manifested and discovered, is a means to draw love.
and Goodness being manifested and discovered, is a means to draw love.
cc n1 vbg vvn cc vvn, vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 556
15858
Now herein God excels (my brethren) he is good beyond pattern, and beyond measure:
Now herein God excels (my brothers) he is good beyond pattern, and beyond measure:
av av np1 vvz (po11 n2) pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 556
15859
He is essentially good, good without goodness, (as Austin speaks) because indeed he is goodness it self.
He is essentially good, good without Goodness, (as Austin speaks) Because indeed he is Goodness it self.
pns31 vbz av-j j, j p-acp n1, (c-acp np1 vvz) c-acp av pns31 vbz n1 pn31 n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 556
15860
The creatures be good, but not goodness. Their nature is good, but goodness is not their nature.
The creatures be good, but not Goodness. Their nature is good, but Goodness is not their nature.
dt n2 vbb j, cc-acp xx n1. po32 n1 vbz j, cc-acp n1 vbz xx po32 n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 556
15861
But now the nature and substance of God, is goodness it self, so that he is essentially good;
But now the nature and substance of God, is Goodness it self, so that he is essentially good;
p-acp av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz n1 pn31 n1, av cst pns31 vbz av-j j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 557
15862
and then he is also causally good, as Psal. 119.68. Thou art good, and dost good;
and then he is also causally good, as Psalm 119.68. Thou art good, and dost good;
cc cs pns31 vbz av av-j j, c-acp np1 crd. pns21 vb2r j, cc vd2 av-j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 557
15863
Thou art good in thy self, and thou dost good to the creature, so that the earth is full of thy goodness: He is eminently good;
Thou art good in thy self, and thou dost good to the creature, so that the earth is full of thy Goodness: He is eminently good;
pns21 vb2r j p-acp po21 n1, cc pns21 vd2 j p-acp dt n1, av d dt n1 vbz j pp-f po21 n1: pns31 vbz av-j j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 557
15864
so that whatsoever goodness is to be found among the creatures, is eminently and transcendently in God himself.
so that whatsoever Goodness is to be found among the creatures, is eminently and transcendently in God himself.
av cst r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp np1 px31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2086
Page 557
15865
Now goodness is the object of love, and consequently the allective of affection.
Now Goodness is the Object of love, and consequently the allective of affection.
av n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j dt j pp-f n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15866
If we have cause to fear God for his goodness, as Hos. 3. ult. then surely we have much more cause to love him, especially since he is not only good in himself, but good to us:
If we have cause to Fear God for his Goodness, as Hos. 3. ult. then surely we have much more cause to love him, especially since he is not only good in himself, but good to us:
cs pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp np1 crd n1. av av-j pns12 vhb d dc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, av-j c-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j j p-acp px31, cc-acp j p-acp pno12:
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15867
If this part of his name be manifested and made known to us, we cannot choose but love him, and delight in him.
If this part of his name be manifested and made known to us, we cannot choose but love him, and delight in him.
cs d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbi vvn cc vvd vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15868
That phrase of the Apostle Paul is notable, and may be very well applyed to our purpose, Rom. 5.7. For scarcely for a righteous man will one die, but for a good man one would even dare to die:
That phrase of the Apostle Paul is notable, and may be very well applied to our purpose, Rom. 5.7. For scarcely for a righteous man will one die, but for a good man one would even Dare to die:
cst n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j, cc vmb vbi av av vvd p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd. c-acp av-j c-acp dt j n1 vmb pi vvi, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pi vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi:
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15869
Uprightness draws not love as goodness doth:
Uprightness draws not love as Goodness does:
n1 vvz xx vvi p-acp n1 vdz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15870
One man will hardly love another so much for his uprightness as to die for him;
One man will hardly love Another so much for his uprightness as to die for him;
pi n1 vmb av vvi j-jn av av-d c-acp po31 n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15871
but for his goodness manifested to himself on all occasions, continually doing good to him, he may come to love him so,
but for his Goodness manifested to himself on all occasions, continually doing good to him, he may come to love him so,
cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp px31 p-acp d n2, av-j vdg j p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 av,
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15872
as even to lay down his life for him:
as even to lay down his life for him:
c-acp av pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31:
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15874
so as even to die for him, if this part of his name be fully manifested and made known to us.
so as even to die for him, if this part of his name be Fully manifested and made known to us.
av c-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cs d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbi av-j vvn cc vvd vvn p-acp pno12.
(65) part (DIV2)
2087
Page 557
15875
The mercy of the Lord is a part of his name, and this if it be manifested to us, will beget love in us.
The mercy of the Lord is a part of his name, and this if it be manifested to us, will beget love in us.
dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pno12, vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12.
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15876
You know the Lord is said in Scripture to be merciful, yea to be rich in mercy; and that not only because the mercy that he hath is pretious,
You know the Lord is said in Scripture to be merciful, yea to be rich in mercy; and that not only Because the mercy that he hath is precious,
pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j, uh pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1; cc cst xx av-j c-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vbz j,
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15877
but because there is abundance of this pretious mercy in him; For both of these concur to riches;
but Because there is abundance of this precious mercy in him; For both of these concur to riches;
cc-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp pno31; c-acp d pp-f d vvb p-acp n2;
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15878
there must be something that is pretious, and there must be much of it: and so it is with God in this case;
there must be something that is precious, and there must be much of it: and so it is with God in this case;
pc-acp vmb vbi pi cst vbz j, cc pc-acp vmb vbi d pp-f pn31: cc av pn31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp d n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15879
He hath a mass of mercy in him, a bottomless and endless treasure, such as the wants of all the world are never able to draw dry:
He hath a mass of mercy in him, a bottomless and endless treasure, such as the Wants of all the world Are never able to draw dry:
pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, dt j cc j n1, d c-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 vbr av-x j pc-acp vvi j:
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15880
And as a rich man, though he spend exceedingly, yet because he hath a treasure, the e is no failing, no deficiency of his store;
And as a rich man, though he spend exceedingly, yet Because he hath a treasure, the e is no failing, no deficiency of his store;
cc c-acp dt j n1, cs pns31 vvi av-vvg, av c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1, dt sy vbz dx vvg, dx n1 pp-f po31 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15881
so God though he communicate his mercy freely to the sons of men, yet he cannot be exhausted;
so God though he communicate his mercy freely to the Sons of men, yet he cannot be exhausted;
av np1 cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, av pns31 vmbx vbi vvn;
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15882
no, there is more behind still, it is an infinite, a bottomless, an endless mercy; A mercy that endures for ever.
no, there is more behind still, it is an infinite, a bottomless, an endless mercy; A mercy that endures for ever.
uh-dx, pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp av, pn31 vbz dt j, dt j, dt j n1; dt n1 cst vvz p-acp av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2088
Page 557
15883
Now this rich mercy God lays out, as many other ways, so chiefly in the pardon of our sins:
Now this rich mercy God lays out, as many other ways, so chiefly in the pardon of our Sins:
av d j n1 np1 vvz av, c-acp d j-jn n2, av av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15884
and hence we read of mercies and forgivenesses in God, as Dan. 9.9. Mercies as the cause and fountain;
and hence we read of Mercies and Forgivenesses in God, as Dan. 9.9. mercies as the cause and fountain;
cc av pns12 vvb pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, c-acp np1 crd. n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15885
Forgivenesses as the effect and stream:
Forgivenesses as the Effect and stream:
n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15886
And both you see my brethren, in the plural number, to shew the over-flowing mercy of the Lord.
And both you see my brothers, in the plural number, to show the overflowing mercy of the Lord.
cc d pn22 vvb po11 n2, p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15887
Indeed my brethren, there is mercy in all pardons;
Indeed my brothers, there is mercy in all Pardons;
np1 po11 n2, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d n2;
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15888
but in the pardon and remission of the sins of Gods people there is admirable mercy.
but in the pardon and remission of the Sins of God's people there is admirable mercy.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1 a-acp vbz j n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15889
And hence the Prophet wondred at it, not knowing what to think, or to say of it;
And hence the Prophet wondered At it, not knowing what to think, or to say of it;
cc av dt n1 vvd p-acp pn31, xx vvg r-crq pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15890
Who is a God like thee, that pardoneth iniquity, &c. Mic. 7.18. The Prophet is transported, and carryed out beyond himself in admiration.Who is a God like thee, that Pardoneth iniquity, etc. Mic. 7.18. The Prophet is transported, and carried out beyond himself in admiration.
r-crq vbz dt np1 vvb pno21, cst vvz n1, av np1 crd. dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvd av p-acp px31 p-acp n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15891
And mark it well He doth not say, There is no man like thee, but there is no God like thee.
And mark it well He does not say, There is no man like thee, but there is no God like thee.
cc vvb pn31 av pns31 vdz xx vvi, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvb pno21, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvb pno21.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15892
Indeed it goes beyond the mercy of any but the true living God to do this.
Indeed it Goes beyond the mercy of any but the true living God to do this.
np1 pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt j j-vvg np1 pc-acp vdi d.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15893
In which respect is that expression, Hos. 11.9. I will not execute the fierceness of my wrath, for I am God, and not man:
In which respect is that expression, Hos. 11.9. I will not execute the fierceness of my wrath, for I am God, and not man:
p-acp r-crq n1 vbz d n1, np1 crd. pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm np1, cc xx n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 557
15894
that speech of the Apostle Paul is full, Ephes. 1.7. We have remission of our sins, according to the riches of his grace.
that speech of the Apostle Paul is full, Ephesians 1.7. We have remission of our Sins, according to the riches of his grace.
cst n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j, np1 crd. pns12 vhb n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15895
Now if this part of Gods name be made known to us, it cannot choose but work love in us.
Now if this part of God's name be made known to us, it cannot choose but work love in us.
av cs d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbi vvn vvn p-acp pno12, pn31 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15896
We love them who forgive us common debts, especially if they be great, we think that we can never do enough for them,
We love them who forgive us Common debts, especially if they be great, we think that we can never do enough for them,
pns12 vvb pno32 r-crq vvb pno12 j n2, av-j cs pns32 vbb j, pns12 vvb cst pns12 vmb av-x vdi d p-acp pno32,
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15897
or manifest respect enough to them.
or manifest respect enough to them.
cc j n1 av-d p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15898
But we have cause to love him more who forgives us such debts as these are, which if they should be rigorously exacted of us, we were not able to discharge them,
But we have cause to love him more who forgives us such debts as these Are, which if they should be rigorously exacted of us, we were not able to discharge them,
cc-acp pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc r-crq vvz pno12 d n2 c-acp d vbr, r-crq cs pns32 vmd vbi av-j vvn pp-f pno12, pns12 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pno32,
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15899
but must be laid up under everlasting chains.
but must be laid up under everlasting chains.
cc-acp vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15900
Oh my beloved, how can this choose but draw out our affection to the Lord? The woman in the Gospel had much forgiven her:
O my Beloved, how can this choose but draw out our affection to the Lord? The woman in the Gospel had much forgiven her:
uh po11 j-vvn, q-crq vmb d vvi cc-acp vvi av po12 n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vhd av-d vvn pno31:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15901
and what was the effect and issue of it? Why she loved much; Her love was answerable to her pardon:
and what was the Effect and issue of it? Why she loved much; Her love was answerable to her pardon:
cc r-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31? q-crq pns31 vvd av-d; po31 n1 vbds j p-acp po31 n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15902
Much was forgiven her, and she loved much: Much was forgiven her, and she loved much:
d vbds vvn pno31, cc pns31 vvd av-d:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15903
She was a great sinner, and she had a large pardon, and so accordingly she shewed great love.
She was a great sinner, and she had a large pardon, and so accordingly she showed great love.
pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc pns31 vhd dt j n1, cc av av-vvg pns31 vvd j n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15904
O my Beloved, if such mercy be discovered to us, we cannot choose but do as she did;
O my beloved, if such mercy be discovered to us, we cannot choose but do as she did;
sy po11 j-vvn, cs d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vdb c-acp pns31 vdd;
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15905
if we survey our lives, and find perhaps that we have been grievous sinners, beyond the ordinary rate, that we were over head and ears in debt to God, that there were horrid crimes upon the bill against us, scarlet sins, and bloody sins:
if we survey our lives, and find perhaps that we have been grievous Sinners, beyond the ordinary rate, that we were over head and ears in debt to God, that there were horrid crimes upon the bill against us, scarlet Sins, and bloody Sins:
cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc vvi av cst pns12 vhb vbn j n2, p-acp dt j n1, cst pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cst a-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, j-jn n2, cc j n2:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15906
and then the Fathers name is manifested to us, that he hath been to us The Lord, the Lord God merciful and gratious, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin:
and then the Father's name is manifested to us, that he hath been to us The Lord, the Lord God merciful and gracious, forgiving iniquity, Transgression and since:
cc av dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vhz vbn p-acp pno12 dt n1, dt n1 np1 j cc j, j-vvg n1, n1 cc n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15907
And that according to the multitude of his tender mercies he hath blotted out our transgressions: And that according to the multitude of his tender Mercies he hath blotted out our transgressions:
cc cst vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 pns31 vhz vvn av po12 n2:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15908
how will our hearts come off to him? how will they flame with love to God? so that we shall cry out, O how do we love the Lord!
how will our hearts come off to him? how will they flame with love to God? so that we shall cry out, Oh how do we love the Lord!
q-crq vmb po12 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pno31? q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1? av cst pns12 vmb vvi av, uh q-crq vdb pns12 vvb dt n1!
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15909
we are not able to express it, how infinitely dear is God to me! The Love of God is a part of his name:
we Are not able to express it, how infinitely dear is God to me! The Love of God is a part of his name:
pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31, c-crq av-j n1 vbz np1 p-acp pno11! dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2089
Page 558
15910
and this if it be manifest also, will beget love in us:
and this if it be manifest also, will beget love in us:
cc d cs pn31 vbb j av, vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12:
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15911
When it shines forth from God upon our hearts, it will reflect, and so return to God again.
When it shines forth from God upon our hearts, it will reflect, and so return to God again.
c-crq pn31 vvz av p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vmb vvi, cc av vvb p-acp np1 av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15912
This flame will kindle our fire, and make it burn, that all the waters in the world will never quench it, as Cant. 8.7. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the flouds drown it.
This flame will kindle our fire, and make it burn, that all the waters in the world will never quench it, as Cant 8.7. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it.
d n1 vmb vvi po12 n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi, cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pn31, c-acp np1 crd. d n2 vmbx vvi n1, dx vmb dt n2 vvb pn31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15913
Amor est cos amoris, love is the special thing that whets love, and that makes it keen and sharp:Amor est cos amoris, love is the special thing that whets love, and that makes it keen and sharp:
np1 fw-la vvd fw-la, vvb vbz dt j n1 cst vvz n1, cc d vvz pn31 j cc j:
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15914
So it is with the love of man, and so with the love of God.
So it is with the love of man, and so with the love of God.
av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15915
If it be made known to us, and if we have assurance of it, it will exceedingly indear our hearts to him;
If it be made known to us, and if we have assurance of it, it will exceedingly endear our hearts to him;
cs pn31 vbb vvn vvn p-acp pno12, cc cs pns12 vhb n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb av-vvg vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15916
We love him, saith the Evangelist John, 1 Epist. 4.19. Why so? because he loved us first; We love him, Says the Evangelist John, 1 Epistle 4.19. Why so? Because he loved us First;
pns12 vvb pno31, vvz dt np1 np1, vvn np1 crd. uh-crq av? c-acp pns31 vvd pno12 ord;
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15917
The declaration of his love to us, works love in us to him again. First he loves us, and when we know it, then we love him.
The declaration of his love to us, works love in us to him again. First he loves us, and when we know it, then we love him.
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, vvz n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp pno31 av. ord pns31 vvz pno12, cc c-crq pns12 vvb pn31, cs pns12 vvb pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15918
So that the point is fully proved, The Declaration of the Fathers name to men is one great means to work the grace of love in them. To make a little Application;
So that the point is Fully proved, The Declaration of the Father's name to men is one great means to work the grace of love in them. To make a little Application;
av cst dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp n2 vbz pi j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. pc-acp vvi dt j n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2090
Page 558
15919
First is it so, That the Discovery, &c. We see the reason then my brethren, why a great part of the world have not the love of God in them:
First is it so, That the Discovery, etc. We see the reason then my brothers, why a great part of the world have not the love of God in them:
np1 vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1, av pns12 vvb dt n1 av po11 n2, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32:
(65) part (DIV2)
2091
Page 558
15920
Though he be altogether lovely, yet they love him not at all, because his loveliness is hidden from them.
Though he be altogether lovely, yet they love him not At all, Because his loveliness is hidden from them.
cs pns31 vbb av j, av pns32 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d, c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2091
Page 558
15921
His name is not declared to them, they have no knwledge of his beauty, goodness, mercy, love, &c. and hence it is that they bear no affection to him;
His name is not declared to them, they have no knwledge of his beauty, Goodness, mercy, love, etc. and hence it is that they bear no affection to him;
po31 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, n1, av cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2091
Page 558
15922
They are alienated from him, strangers to him: love him no more then they do a meer stranger.
They Are alienated from him, Strangers to him: love him no more then they do a mere stranger.
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, n2 p-acp pno31: vvb pno31 av-dx av-dc cs pns32 vdb dt j n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2091
Page 558
15923
But how comes this to pass? by reason of the ignorance and blindness that is in them.
But how comes this to pass? by reason of the ignorance and blindness that is in them.
p-acp q-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi? p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2091
Page 558
15924
How many Heathen Nations in the world, and Christians by profession are in this condition! and so will certainly continue, till Jesus Christ declare the Fathers name to them.
How many Heathen nations in the world, and Christians by profession Are in this condition! and so will Certainly continue, till jesus christ declare the Father's name to them.
c-crq d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, cc np1 p-acp n1 vbr p-acp d n1! cc av vmb av-j vvi, c-acp np1 np1 vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2091
Page 558
15925
And therefore in the second place, if you desire indeed to love God, and to grow up in this love, Labour to be acquainted with his name:
And Therefore in the second place, if you desire indeed to love God, and to grow up in this love, Labour to be acquainted with his name:
cc av p-acp dt ord n1, cs pn22 vvb av pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15926
Wait on the discoveries of it, that Jesus Christ is pleased to make both in publique and in private;
Wait on the discoveries of it, that jesus christ is pleased to make both in public and in private;
vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, cst np1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d p-acp j cc p-acp j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15927
Wheresoever Christ declares his Fathers name, there be you attending on him, to see what he will further shew you of his beauty, goodness, mercy, love to you in special;
Wheresoever christ declares his Father's name, there be you attending on him, to see what he will further show you of his beauty, Goodness, mercy, love to you in special;
c-crq np1 vvz po31 ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi pn22 vvg p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi pn22 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15928
and you shall find, that as you know more of him, your hearts will be accordingly endeared more to him;
and you shall find, that as you know more of him, your hearts will be accordingly endeared more to him;
cc pn22 vmb vvi, cst c-acp pn22 vvb dc pp-f pno31, po22 n2 vmb vbi av-vvg vvn av-dc p-acp pno31;
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15929
when you are with other Christians, discourse of this name of God, the greatness of his beauty, goodness, mercy, love,
when you Are with other Christians, discourse of this name of God, the greatness of his beauty, Goodness, mercy, love,
c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp j-jn np1, n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15930
and your hearts will burn within you, with ardent flames of holy love, to his blessed Majesty.
and your hearts will burn within you, with Ardent flames of holy love, to his blessed Majesty.
cc po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp j n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp po31 j-vvn n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15931
When you are single and alone, study the name of God; think of his attributes:
When you Are single and alone, study the name of God; think of his attributes:
c-crq pn22 vbr j cc j, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; vvb pp-f po31 n2:
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15932
let them be often in your meditations, as you shall see they were in Davids, if you read the Book of Psalms,
let them be often in your meditations, as you shall see they were in Davids, if you read the Book of Psalms,
vvb pno32 vbi av p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pns32 vbdr p-acp np1, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2,
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15933
and then you will cry out not much unlike as he, O my God, how do I love thee,
and then you will cry out not much unlike as he, Oh my God, how do I love thee,
cc cs pn22 vmb vvi av xx d j c-acp pns31, uh po11 np1, q-crq vdb pns11 vvb pno21,
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15934
while I meditate of the beauty of thy glorious Majesty, and thy marvailous works! while I meditate of the beauty of thy glorious Majesty, and thy marvelous works!
cs pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1, cc po21 j n2!
(65) part (DIV2)
2092
Page 559
15935
And thus far of the first end of our Saviours declaration of his Fathers name, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them.
And thus Far of the First end of our Saviors declaration of his Father's name, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them.
cc av av-j pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2093
Page 559
15936
The second follows in the last place to be handled;
The second follows in the last place to be handled;
dt ord vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn;
(65) part (DIV2)
2094
Page 559
15937
And I in them; that the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them, and I in them. And I in them; that the love wherewith thou hast loved me, may be in them, and I in them.
cc pns11 p-acp pno32; cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc pns11 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2094
Page 559
15938
First, that love may be in them, and then that I may be in them.
First, that love may be in them, and then that I may be in them.
ord, cst n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc av cst pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2095
Page 559
15939
The latter is adjoyned to the former by the connective particle and, as that which (out of all dispute) will keep it company, and dwell with it.
The latter is adjoined to the former by the connective particle and, as that which (out of all dispute) will keep it company, and dwell with it.
dt d vbz vvn p-acp dt j p-acp dt j n1 cc, p-acp d r-crq (av pp-f d n1) vmb vvi pn31 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2095
Page 559
15940
If love be in them, I shall be in them too saith Christ; I shall be where love is;
If love be in them, I shall be in them too Says christ; I shall be where love is;
cs n1 vbb p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 av vvz np1; pns11 vmb vbi c-crq n1 vbz;
(65) part (DIV2)
2095
Page 559
15941
and therefore I have manifested and declared thy name to them, in reference to both these:
and Therefore I have manifested and declared thy name to them, in Referente to both these:
cc av pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn po21 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp d d:
(65) part (DIV2)
2095
Page 559
15942
That love being wrought in them, I may be in them too by this means. This I conceive to be the drift and purpose of our Saviour in the words.
That love being wrought in them, I may be in them too by this means. This I conceive to be the drift and purpose of our Saviour in the words.
cst n1 vbg vvn p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 av p-acp d n2. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2095
Page 559
15943
The point suggested then is this. DOCTRINE. Where Love is, there Christ is. If love be in a man, Jesus Christ is in him too;
The point suggested then is this. DOCTRINE. Where Love is, there christ is. If love be in a man, jesus christ is in him too;
dt n1 vvd av vbz d. n1. q-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz. cs n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, np1 np1 vbz p-acp pno31 av;
(65) part (DIV2)
2095
Page 559
15944
that is out of all question; He comes with love into the souls of true believers.
that is out of all question; He comes with love into the Souls of true believers.
d vbz av pp-f d n1; pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15945
Brethren, Christ is an utter stranger to every soul that hath not true love in it.
Brothers, christ is an utter stranger to every soul that hath not true love in it.
n1, np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cst vhz xx j n1 p-acp pn31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15946
But if you knock at the door of any heart, and enquire, Is love within? is love here? If love be there, you may conclude that Jesus Christ is there too.
But if you knock At the door of any heart, and inquire, Is love within? is love Here? If love be there, you may conclude that jesus christ is there too.
p-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvi, vbz n1 p-acp? vbz n1 av? cs n1 vbb a-acp, pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 np1 vbz a-acp av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15947
You see my brethren, they are knit together in my Text, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.
You see my brothers, they Are knit together in my Text, That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.
pn22 vvb po11 n2, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp po11 n1, cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc pns11 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15948
Love in them, and I in them; Love, and I. To shew that Jesus Christ and Love do always dwell together in the same heart;
Love in them, and I in them; Love, and I. To show that jesus christ and Love do always dwell together in the same heart;
vvb p-acp pno32, cc pns11 p-acp pno32; vvb, cc pns11. p-acp n1 cst np1 np1 cc n1 vdb av vvi av p-acp dt d n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15949
they are not be separated or divided each from other, but wheresoever one is, there is the other also;
they Are not be separated or divided each from other, but wheresoever one is, there is the other also;
pns32 vbr xx vbi vvn cc vvn d p-acp n-jn, cc-acp c-crq pi vbz, pc-acp vbz dt n-jn av;
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15950
where love is, there Christ is.
where love is, there christ is.
q-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz.
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15951
But then you must not understand it of love the passion, or natural affection, but of love the saving grace;
But then you must not understand it of love the passion, or natural affection, but of love the Saving grace;
p-acp cs pn22 vmb xx vvi pn31 pp-f n1 dt n1, cc j n1, cc-acp pp-f n1 dt j-vvg n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15952
of that love which is wrought by the effectual revelation of the Fathers name to men.
of that love which is wrought by the effectual Revelation of the Father's name to men.
pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15953
Where this love is, there Christ is: as I shall make it evidently to appear to you: For,
Where this love is, there christ is: as I shall make it evidently to appear to you: For,
c-crq d n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz: c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22: c-acp,
(65) part (DIV2)
2096
Page 559
15954
Where love (the saving grace of love) is, there the spirit is; and where the spirit is, there Christ is.
Where love (the Saving grace of love) is, there the Spirit is; and where the Spirit is, there christ is.
c-crq n1 (dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1) vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz; cc c-crq dt n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz.
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15955
First where love is, there the spirit is, whose special dwelling in believers is not by his Essence,
First where love is, there the Spirit is, whose special Dwelling in believers is not by his Essence,
ord q-crq n1 vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz, rg-crq j n-vvg p-acp n2 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15956
but his graces, and chiefly by the grace of love: And hence we read of the Spirit of love, 2 Tim. 1.7. because the Spirit is the cause of love.
but his graces, and chiefly by the grace of love: And hence we read of the Spirit of love, 2 Tim. 1.7. Because the Spirit is the cause of love.
cc-acp po31 n2, cc av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: cc av pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd. c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15957
And hence we also read of the love of the spirit, Rom. 15.30. because love is the fruit of the spirit:
And hence we also read of the love of the Spirit, Rom. 15.30. Because love is the fruit of the Spirit:
cc av pns12 av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15958
so the Apostle stileth it expresly, Gal. 5.22. Yea it is the prime fruit, the chief fruit, upon which all the rest follow,
so the Apostle styleth it expressly, Gal. 5.22. Yea it is the prime fruit, the chief fruit, upon which all the rest follow,
av dt n1 vvz pn31 av-j, np1 crd. uh pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1, dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq d dt n1 vvb,
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15959
as the Apostle makes it there, The fruit of the Spirit is love, and then joy, peace, meekness, and so on.
as the Apostle makes it there, The fruit of the Spirit is love, and then joy, peace, meekness, and so on.
c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1, cc av n1, n1, n1, cc av a-acp.
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15960
Love is indeed the special grace by which the spirit of love dwells in us; so that where love is, there the spirit is.
Love is indeed the special grace by which the Spirit of love dwells in us; so that where love is, there the Spirit is.
n1 vbz av dt j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pno12; av cst c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz.
(65) part (DIV2)
2097
Page 560
15961
Now where the spirit is, there Christ is:
Now where the Spirit is, there christ is:
av c-crq dt n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2098
Page 560
15962
For his inhabitation in the soul is by the Spirit, and so it is explained by all Expositors with one consent, where Christ is said to dwell in,
For his inhabitation in the soul is by the Spirit, and so it is explained by all Expositors with one consent, where christ is said to dwell in,
c-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp crd n1, c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp,
(65) part (DIV2)
2098
Page 560
15963
and be in us, as such expressions are very frequent in the Scripture: He is with us by his Spirit, and in us by his Spirit;
and be in us, as such expressions Are very frequent in the Scripture: He is with us by his Spirit, and in us by his Spirit;
cc vbb p-acp pno12, c-acp d n2 vbr av j p-acp dt n1: pns31 vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2098
Page 560
15964
as we are the habitation of God, so we are the habitation of Christ, through the Spirit, as it is in Ephes. 2. ult. And as the Spirit dwells in us by love,
as we Are the habitation of God, so we Are the habitation of christ, through the Spirit, as it is in Ephesians 2. ult. And as the Spirit dwells in us by love,
c-acp pns12 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns12 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd n1. cc p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2098
Page 560
15965
so Christ dwells in us by the Spirit; so that where love is, there the Spirit is;
so christ dwells in us by the Spirit; so that where love is, there the Spirit is;
av np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1; av cst c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz;
(65) part (DIV2)
2098
Page 560
15966
and where the Spirit is, there Christ is. That is the first thing. Where love is, there faith is;
and where the Spirit is, there christ is. That is the First thing. Where love is, there faith is;
cc c-crq dt n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz. cst vbz dt ord n1. q-crq n1 vbz, pc-acp n1 vbz;
(65) part (DIV2)
2098
Page 560
15967
and where faith is, there Christ is. Where love is, there faith is:
and where faith is, there christ is. Where love is, there faith is:
cc c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz. q-crq n1 vbz, pc-acp n1 vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15968
And therefore you shall find them often knit together, and made inseparable in the Scripture, Faith and Love.
And Therefore you shall find them often knit together, and made inseparable in the Scripture, Faith and Love.
cc av pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av vvn av, cc vvd j p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15969
I need not give you instances: Virtutes Christianae sunt connexae, as a Father speaks. All saving graces are united and conjoyned;
I need not give you instances: Virtues Christian sunt connexae, as a Father speaks. All Saving graces Are united and conjoined;
pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 n2: n2 np1 fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1 vvz. av-d j-vvg n2 vbr vvn cc vvn;
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15970
they are made up together in a chain, so that if but one link be wanting, all the rest are useless.
they Are made up together in a chain, so that if but one link be wanting, all the rest Are useless.
pns32 vbr vvn a-acp av p-acp dt n1, av cst cs p-acp crd n1 vbb vvg, d dt n1 vbr j.
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15971
If all of them be not united, not one of them is in sincerity.
If all of them be not united, not one of them is in sincerity.
cs d pp-f pno32 vbi xx vvn, xx pi pp-f pno32 vbz p-acp n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15972
But Faith and Love have a more near relation one to the other, then the rest have:
But Faith and Love have a more near Relation one to the other, then the rest have:
p-acp n1 cc n1 vhb dt av-dc j n1 crd p-acp dt n-jn, cs dt n1 vhi:
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15973
Faith to Love hath the nature of a Cause; Love to Faith the nature of an Evidence:
Faith to Love hath the nature of a Cause; Love to Faith the nature of an Evidence:
n1 p-acp n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; vvb p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15974
Faith worketh love, love proveth faith: Faith without Love is a dead Belief: Love without Faith is a frozen Charity:
Faith works love, love Proves faith: Faith without Love is a dead Belief: Love without Faith is a frozen Charity:
n1 vvz n1, n1 vvz n1: n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1: vvb p-acp n1 vbz dt j-vvn n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15975
So that where love is, there faith is. Now beloved, where faith is, there Christ is:
So that where love is, there faith is. Now Beloved, where faith is, there christ is:
av cst c-crq n1 vbz, pc-acp n1 vbz. av vvn, c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2099
Page 560
15976
Faith takes in Jesus Christ into the soul, and makes him to inhabit there: And therefore he is said expresly to dwell in the heart by faith, Ephes. 3.17. And he received gifts for men, saith David, Psal. 68.18. Yea for the rebellious also, that the Lord may dwell among them.
Faith Takes in jesus christ into the soul, and makes him to inhabit there: And Therefore he is said expressly to dwell in the heart by faith, Ephesians 3.17. And he received Gifts for men, Says David, Psalm 68.18. Yea for the rebellious also, that the Lord may dwell among them.
n1 vvz p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp: cc av pns31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. cc pns31 vvd n2 p-acp n2, vvz np1, np1 crd. uh p-acp dt j av, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2100
Page 560
15977
And if he dwell among and in us by his gifts, then certainly by faith, which is principal of those gifts:
And if he dwell among and in us by his Gifts, then Certainly by faith, which is principal of those Gifts:
cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp cc p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n2, av av-j p-acp n1, r-crq vbz j-jn pp-f d n2:
(65) part (DIV2)
2100
Page 560
16045
1. If Christ be in you, you have most intimate and near acquaintance and Communion with him.
1. If christ be in you, you have most intimate and near acquaintance and Communion with him.
crd cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb ds j cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2107
Page 562
15978
So that where love is, there faith is; and where faith is, there Christ is. That is the second thing.
So that where love is, there faith is; and where faith is, there christ is. That is the second thing.
av cst c-crq n1 vbz, pc-acp n1 vbz; cc c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz. cst vbz dt ord n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2100
Page 560
15979
Where love is, there the Father is; and where the Father is, there Jesus Christ the Son is:
Where love is, there the Father is; and where the Father is, there jesus christ the Son is:
q-crq n1 vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz; cc c-crq dt n1 vbz, a-acp np1 np1 dt n1 vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2101
Page 560
15980
where love is, there the Father is; God is love, saith the Apostle, 1 Joh. 4.8. he is Essentially so, as I have shewed you;
where love is, there the Father is; God is love, Says the Apostle, 1 John 4.8. he is Essentially so, as I have showed you;
c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz; np1 vbz n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd. pns31 vbz av-j av, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22;
(65) part (DIV2)
2101
Page 560
15981
and consequently God and love cannot be separated each from other.
and consequently God and love cannot be separated each from other.
cc av-j np1 cc n1 vmbx vbi vvn d p-acp n-jn.
(65) part (DIV2)
2101
Page 560
15982
He can no more be severed or divided from it, then he can be divided from his Essence:
He can no more be severed or divided from it, then he can be divided from his Essence:
pns31 vmb av-dx av-dc vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2101
Page 560
15983
And therefore the Apostle adds in the aforesaid place, that he that hath the grace of love in him, dwells in God, and God in him:
And Therefore the Apostle adds in the aforesaid place, that he that hath the grace of love in him, dwells in God, and God in him:
cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31:
(65) part (DIV2)
2101
Page 560
15984
So that where love is, God is. Now my Beloved, where God is, there Chist is:
So that where love is, God is. Now my beloved, where God is, there Christ is:
av cst c-crq n1 vbz, np1 vbz. av po11 j-vvn, c-crq np1 vbz, pc-acp n1 vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2101
Page 560
15985
For he and the Father are one, and consequently they must always be together.
For he and the Father Are one, and consequently they must always be together.
c-acp pns31 cc dt n1 vbr crd, cc av-j pns32 vmb av vbi av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15986
You are not ignorant, that Christ and God the Father are often said to be in one another,
You Are not ignorant, that christ and God the Father Are often said to be in one Another,
pn22 vbr xx j, cst np1 cc np1 dt n1 vbr av vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pi j-jn,
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15987
as in that place which we have largely handled in the 21 verse of this Chapter, That they may all be one,
as in that place which we have largely handled in the 21 verse of this Chapter, That they may all be one,
c-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns32 vmb d vbb pi,
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15988
as thou Father art in me, and I in thee; As Christ is God, the Father and himself are one Essence:as thou Father art in me, and I in thee; As christ is God, the Father and himself Are one Essence:
c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21; p-acp np1 vbz np1, dt n1 cc px31 vbr pi n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15989
In that consideration they are so in one another, that they are the very same:
In that consideration they Are so in one Another, that they Are the very same:
p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr av p-acp crd j-jn, cst pns32 vbr dt av d:
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15990
The same Essence, (for so the union is Identical) though not the same Person:
The same Essence, (for so the Union is Identical) though not the same Person:
dt d n1, (c-acp av dt n1 vbz j) cs xx dt d n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15991
As Christ is Man, the Son is in the Father, and the Father in the Son, by the union of the Manhood to the Godhead in the person of our Saviour;
As christ is Man, the Son is in the Father, and the Father in the Son, by the Union of the Manhood to the Godhead in the person of our Saviour;
c-acp np1 vbz n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15992
for the Manhood being joyned to the Godhead in the person of the Son, it must be mediately joyned also to the Father, with whom the Son, as God, is one:
for the Manhood being joined to the Godhead in the person of the Son, it must be mediately joined also to the Father, with whom the Son, as God, is one:
p-acp dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1, c-acp np1, vbz pi:
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15993
So that in both considerations Christ is one with God the Father; and if they be one, they must be together;
So that in both considerations christ is one with God the Father; and if they be one, they must be together;
av cst p-acp d n2 np1 vbz pi p-acp np1 dt n1; cc cs pns32 vbb crd, pns32 vmb vbi av;
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15994
they cannot be in all respects asunder who are one: So that where love is, God is;
they cannot be in all respects asunder who Are one: So that where love is, God is;
pns32 vmbx vbi p-acp d n2 av r-crq vbr crd: av cst c-crq n1 vbz, np1 vbz;
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15995
and where God is, Christ is; That is the third thing. By this time, I suppose, the point is clear, where love is, there Christ is:
and where God is, christ is; That is the third thing. By this time, I suppose, the point is clear, where love is, there christ is:
cc c-crq np1 vbz, np1 vbz; cst vbz dt ord n1. p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, dt n1 vbz j, c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15996
For 1. where love is, there the Spirit is. 2. Where love is, there faith is. 3. Where love is, there God is.
For 1. where love is, there the Spirit is. 2. Where love is, there faith is. 3. Where love is, there God is.
c-acp crd n1 n1 vbz, a-acp dt n1 vbz. crd q-crq n1 vbz, pc-acp n1 vbz. crd q-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz.
(65) part (DIV2)
2102
Page 561
15997
Now is it so, my brethren, That where love is, there Christ is? That he is there,
Now is it so, my brothers, That where love is, there christ is? That he is there,
av vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz? cst pns31 vbz a-acp,
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
15998
and only there where love is: for so it must be understood exclusively;
and only there where love is: for so it must be understood exclusively;
cc av-j a-acp c-crq n1 vbz: c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
15999
Then in the first place, what a sad condition are they in, who have not this love in them, who have not love to God nor to his children? Nay, who indeed are Enemies to both:
Then in the First place, what a sad condition Are they in, who have not this love in them, who have not love to God nor to his children? Nay, who indeed Are Enemies to both:
av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq dt j n1 vbr pns32 p-acp, r-crq vhb xx d n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vhb xx n1 p-acp np1 ccx p-acp po31 n2? uh-x, q-crq av vbr n2 p-acp d:
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16002
and the damned crew, but on earth among men, who taste continually of the goodness of the Lord,
and the damned crew, but on earth among men, who taste continually of the Goodness of the Lord,
cc dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vvb av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16003
yea in the very bosom of the Church it self.
yea in the very bosom of the Church it self.
uh p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16004
There were false brethren in the Church of the Philippians, who notwithstanding all their glorious protestations, were Enemies to Christ, as the Apostle tells them,
There were false brothers in the Church of the Philippians, who notwithstanding all their glorious protestations, were Enemies to christ, as the Apostle tells them,
pc-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, r-crq p-acp d po32 j n2, vbdr ng1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32,
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16005
and that with tears, Phil. 3.18.
and that with tears, Philip 3.18.
cc cst p-acp n2, np1 crd.
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16006
And surely there are many every where, and in every Congregation, who pretend much love to Christ,
And surely there Are many every where, and in every Congregation, who pretend much love to christ,
cc av-j pc-acp vbr d d c-crq, cc p-acp d n1, r-crq vvb d n1 p-acp np1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16007
and yet do really and truly hate him.
and yet do really and truly hate him.
cc av vdb av-j cc av-j vvi pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16008
It is not every one that calls him Rabbi, Master, as false Judas did, that kisses him and bows before him, that hath indeed the love of Christ in him:
It is not every one that calls him Rabbi, Master, as false Judas did, that Kisses him and bows before him, that hath indeed the love of christ in him:
pn31 vbz xx d pi cst vvz pno31 n1, n1, c-acp j np1 vdd, cst vvz pno31 cc vvz p-acp pno31, cst vhz av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31:
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16009
No, men may make a flourish and a shew of love to Christ, and yet may be as hearty enemies to him,
No, men may make a flourish and a show of love to christ, and yet may be as hearty enemies to him,
uh-dx, n2 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc av vmb vbi a-acp j n2 p-acp pno31,
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16010
and to his members, as Judas, Pilate, and the Jews were. And truly multitudes of such there are among us, and every place swarms with them.
and to his members, as Judas, Pilate, and the jews were. And truly Multitudes of such there Are among us, and every place swarms with them.
cc p-acp po31 n2, c-acp np1, np1, cc dt np2 vbdr. cc av-j n2 pp-f d a-acp vbr p-acp pno12, cc d n1 vvz p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2103
Page 561
16011
Now my Beloved, in what a sad and lamentable case are these men? For they that have no love in them, have no Christ in them neither;
Now my beloved, in what a sad and lamentable case Are these men? For they that have no love in them, have no christ in them neither;
av po11 j-vvn, p-acp r-crq dt j cc j n1 vbr d n2? p-acp pns32 cst vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32, vhb dx np1 p-acp pno32 d;
(65) part (DIV2)
2104
Page 561
16012
they that are without love, are without Christ too.
they that Are without love, Are without christ too.
pns32 cst vbr p-acp n1, vbr p-acp np1 av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2104
Page 561
16013
And so they are exposed to all those matchless miseries which follow being without Christ, such as no tongue is sufficient to express,
And so they Are exposed to all those matchless misery's which follow being without christ, such as no tongue is sufficient to express,
cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d d j n2 r-crq vvb vbg p-acp np1, d c-acp dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi,
(65) part (DIV2)
2104
Page 561
16014
as I have laid them open largely to you, on Ephes. 2.12. Is it so, my brethren, that where love is, there Christ is? They then that find upon undoubted evidences, that they have this love in them, may take incomparable comfort hence:
as I have laid them open largely to you, on Ephesians 2.12. Is it so, my brothers, that where love is, there christ is? They then that find upon undoubted evidences, that they have this love in them, may take incomparable Comfort hence:
c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno32 vvi av-j p-acp pn22, p-acp np1 crd. vbz pn31 av, po11 n2, cst c-crq n1 vbz, a-acp np1 vbz? pns32 av cst vvb p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, vmb vvi j n1 av:
(65) part (DIV2)
2104
Page 561
16015
For they may be hence assured, that they have Jesus Christ in them.
For they may be hence assured, that they have jesus christ in them.
c-acp pns32 vmb vbi av vvn, cst pns32 vhb uh-np np1 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 561
16016
If love be in them, Christ is in them, as is apparently suggested in my Text;
If love be in them, christ is in them, as is apparently suggested in my Text;
cs n1 vbb p-acp pno32, np1 vbz p-acp pno32, c-acp vbz av-j vvn p-acp po11 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16017
That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them. That the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.
cst dt n1 c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cc pns11 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16018
If that be in them, I shall assuredly be in them too, and therefore I have manifested and declared thy name to them, that love and I may dwell in them.
If that be in them, I shall assuredly be in them too, and Therefore I have manifested and declared thy name to them, that love and I may dwell in them.
cs d vbb p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb av-vvn vbi p-acp pno32 av, cc av pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn po21 n1 p-acp pno32, cst n1 cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16019
Ah, my Beloved, what an admirable thing is this, that Jesus Christ should live in you, as the Apostles phrase is, Gal. 2.20.
Ah, my beloved, what an admirable thing is this, that jesus christ should live in you, as the Apostles phrase is, Gal. 2.20.
uh, po11 j-vvn, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d, cst np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n2 n1 vbz, np1 crd.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16020
that your hearts should be his house, in which he dwells and walks, and dines and sups,
that your hearts should be his house, in which he dwells and walks, and dines and sups,
d po22 n2 vmd vbi po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz, cc vvz cc vvz,
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16021
and lodges every night, so that he is at home in your hearts that while he is a meer stranger to the remainder of the world, that while they are so far from having Jesus Christ in them, that they have the Devil in them:
and lodges every night, so that he is At home in your hearts that while he is a mere stranger to the remainder of the world, that while they Are so Far from having jesus christ in them, that they have the devil in them:
cc vvz d n1, av cst pns31 vbz p-acp n1-an p-acp po22 n2 cst cs pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst cs pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vhg uh-np np1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32:
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16022
Christ is not in them, but the devil is in them: He keeps the house as Christ speaks;
christ is not in them, but the Devil is in them: He keeps the house as christ speaks;
np1 vbz xx p-acp pno32, cc-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32: pns31 vvz dt n1 c-acp np1 vvz;
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16023
While the strong man keeps the house: While the strong man keeps the house:
cs dt j n1 vvz dt n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16024
He keeps house in the hearts of wicked men, the Devil himself is the house-keeper there:
He keeps house in the hearts of wicked men, the devil himself is the housekeeper there:
pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, dt n1 px31 vbz dt n1 a-acp:
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16025
there he dwells, and there he works, as the Apostle speaks, Ephes. 2.2. he worketh in them, they are the Devils house, the Devils shop;
there he dwells, and there he works, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 2.2. he works in them, they Are the Devils house, the Devils shop;
a-acp pns31 vvz, cc a-acp pns31 vvz, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16026
they are the house where he dwells, and the shop where he works:
they Are the house where he dwells, and the shop where he works:
pns32 vbr dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, cc dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz:
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16027
I say while it is thus with other men, while others have the Devil in them, they have Jesus Christ in them.
I say while it is thus with other men, while Others have the devil in them, they have jesus christ in them.
pns11 vvb cs pn31 vbz av p-acp j-jn n2, cs n2-jn vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb uh-np np1 p-acp pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16028
The strong man is bound, and dispossessed of his habitation: The strong man is bound, and dispossessed of his habitation:
dt j n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn pp-f po31 n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16029
The Prince of this world is cast out, and Jesus Christ the King of glory is come in. The Prince of this world is cast out, and jesus christ the King of glory is come in.
dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn av, cc np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16030
Ah, my Beloved, what a happiness is this!
Ah, my beloved, what a happiness is this!
uh, po11 j-vvn, r-crq dt n1 vbz d!
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16031
I wish that I were able to express it to you, to set it off as it deserves.
I wish that I were able to express it to you, to Set it off as it deserves.
pns11 vvb cst pns11 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp c-acp pn31 vvz.
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16032
How would it ravish and transport you, and make you to sit down in admiration at your blessedness in this world!
How would it ravish and transport you, and make you to fit down in admiration At your blessedness in this world!
q-crq vmd pn31 vvi cc vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp d n1!
(65) part (DIV2)
2105
Page 562
16033
That you may guess a little at it, review the things that have been hinted at before.
That you may guess a little At it, review the things that have been hinted At before.
cst pn22 vmb vvi dt j p-acp pn31, vvi dt n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp a-acp.
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16034
If Christ be in you, faith is in you, yea, all saving grace is in you;
If christ be in you, faith is in you, yea, all Saving grace is in you;
cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, n1 vbz p-acp pn22, uh, d vvg n1 vbz p-acp pn22;
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16035
You are blessed with all spiritual blessings, in that you have him in you. You have a magazine, a treasure of the graces of his holy Spirit:
You Are blessed with all spiritual blessings, in that you have him in you. You have a magazine, a treasure of the graces of his holy Spirit:
pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d j n2, p-acp cst pn22 vhb pno31 p-acp pn22. pn22 vhb dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16036
So that you are inestimably rich, and this riches is Christ in you, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.27. Not Christ without us, but Christ within us by his graces, is our riches.
So that you Are inestimably rich, and this riches is christ in you, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.27. Not christ without us, but christ within us by his graces, is our riches.
av cst pn22 vbr av-j j, cc d n2 vbz np1 p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. xx np1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n2, vbz po12 n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16037
If Christ be in you, the Holy Ghost himself is in you, as a Spirit of Illumination,If christ be in you, the Holy Ghost himself is in you, as a Spirit of Illumination,
cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, dt j n1 px31 vbz p-acp pn22, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16038
and a Spirit of Sanctification, and as a Spirit of Consolation. If you be ignorant, you have one within you to enlighten you:
and a Spirit of Sanctification, and as a Spirit of Consolation. If you be ignorant, you have one within you to enlighten you:
cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cs pn22 vbb j, pn22 vhb pi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22:
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16039
If you be impure, if you have dregs of sin and of corruption in you, you have one within you to sanctifie you;
If you be impure, if you have dregs of since and of corruption in you, you have one within you to sanctify you;
cs pn22 vbb j, cs pn22 vhb n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb pi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22;
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16040
if you be sad and comfortless, you have one within you to comfort you; the fountain and the spring of Consolation is within you:
if you be sad and comfortless, you have one within you to Comfort you; the fountain and the spring of Consolation is within you:
cs pn22 vbb j cc j, pn22 vhb pi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22; dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp pn22:
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16041
so that he is at hand in all cases, you need not faint, or swound away,
so that he is At hand in all cases, you need not faint, or swoon away,
av cst pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vvb xx j, cc vvi av,
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16042
while they fetch a cordial for you. If Christ be in you, God is in you;
while they fetch a cordial for you. If christ be in you, God is in you;
cs pns32 vvb dt j c-acp pn22. cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, np1 vbz p-acp pn22;
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16043
your hearts are his Temples, and the great God of heaven himself is the light and glory of them.
your hearts Are his Temples, and the great God of heaven himself is the Light and glory of them.
po22 n2 vbr po31 n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 px31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16044
O blessed hearts that have God to dwell in them! But more particulary yet;
O blessed hearts that have God to dwell in them! But more particular yet;
sy j-vvn n2 cst vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32! p-acp dc j-jn av;
(65) part (DIV2)
2106
Page 562
16046
It is very much (my brethren) for Christ Jesus to be with you.
It is very much (my brothers) for christ jesus to be with you.
pn31 vbz av av-d (po11 n2) p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22.
(65) part (DIV2)
2107
Page 562
16047
It was a pretious promise that he made to his Apostles, Behold I am with you:
It was a precious promise that he made to his Apostles, Behold I am with you:
pn31 vbds dt j n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2, vvb pns11 vbm p-acp pn22:
(65) part (DIV2)
2107
Page 562
16048
But for Christ Jesus to be in you, is much more. This importeth yet more close and sweet Communion:
But for christ jesus to be in you, is much more. This imports yet more close and sweet Communion:
cc-acp p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22, vbz d dc. np1 vvz av av-dc j cc j n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2107
Page 562
16049
Indeed the closest and the sweetest that can be. You cannot choose but know him inwardly, if he be in you.
Indeed the closest and the Sweetest that can be. You cannot choose but know him inwardly, if he be in you.
av dt js cc dt js cst vmb vbi. pn22 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb pno31 av-j, cs pns31 vbb p-acp pn22.
(65) part (DIV2)
2107
Page 562
16050
2. If Christ be in you, you have free access to him, you need not travail far to speak with Christ, he is at hand continually, for he is in you:
2. If christ be in you, you have free access to him, you need not travail Far to speak with christ, he is At hand continually, for he is in you:
crd cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb j n1 p-acp pno31, pn22 vvb xx vvi av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbz p-acp n1 av-j, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp pn22:
(65) part (DIV2)
2108
Page 563
16051
so that you may on all occasions, make your addresses to him when you please.
so that you may on all occasions, make your Addresses to him when you please.
av cst pn22 vmb p-acp d n2, vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno31 c-crq pn22 vvb.
(65) part (DIV2)
2108
Page 563
16052
If you have any supplication to present, any complaint to make to him, do but open your own hearts,
If you have any supplication to present, any complaint to make to him, do but open your own hearts,
cs pn22 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi, d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vdb p-acp vvi po22 d n2,
(65) part (DIV2)
2108
Page 563
16053
and you shall find Christ there.
and you shall find christ there.
cc pn22 vmb vvi np1 a-acp.
(65) part (DIV2)
2108
Page 563
16054
3. If you have Christ Jesus in you, you are partakers of a confluence of all accommodations, comforts, satisfactions and delights that the poor heart can reasonably long for, or look after:
3. If you have christ jesus in you, you Are partakers of a confluence of all accommodations, comforts, satisfactions and delights that the poor heart can reasonably long for, or look After:
crd cs pn22 vhb np1 np1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, n2, n2 cc n2 cst dt j n1 vmb av-j av-j p-acp, cc vvb a-acp:
(65) part (DIV2)
2109
Page 563
16055
For Jesus Christ hath all in him, and brings all with him, where he comes.
For jesus christ hath all in him, and brings all with him, where he comes.
c-acp np1 np1 vhz d p-acp pno31, cc vvz d p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vvz.
(65) part (DIV2)
2109
Page 563
16056
Indeed (my Brethren) he himself is all, as the Apostle tells us, Jesus Christ is all in all, Col. 3.11. In all in whom he is (my brethren) he is all:
Indeed (my Brothers) he himself is all, as the Apostle tells us, jesus christ is all in all, Col. 3.11. In all in whom he is (my brothers) he is all:
np1 (po11 n2) pns31 px31 vbz d, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 np1 vbz d p-acp d, np1 crd. p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz (po11 n2) pns31 vbz d:
(65) part (DIV2)
2109
Page 563
16057
So that in having him, we have all.
So that in having him, we have all.
av cst p-acp vhg pno31, pns12 vhb d.
(65) part (DIV2)
2109
Page 563
16058
There is more in him alone, to make us really and fully happy, then in all the world without him.
There is more in him alone, to make us really and Fully happy, then in all the world without him.
pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp pno31 av-j, pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j cc av-j j, av p-acp d dt n1 p-acp pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2109
Page 563
16059
4. If Christ be in you, as you are happy, so you are secure, there is no fear of falling from your happiness;
4. If christ be in you, as you Are happy, so you Are secure, there is no Fear of falling from your happiness;
crd cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, c-acp pn22 vbr j, av pn22 vbr j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po22 n1;
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16060
if you fall, Jesus Christ falls with you, for he is in you:
if you fallen, jesus christ falls with you, for he is in you:
cs pn22 vvb, np1 np1 vvz p-acp pn22, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp pn22:
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16061
And this is that which makes our happiness in all respects accomplisht, that as it is compleat and full,
And this is that which makes our happiness in all respects accomplished, that as it is complete and full,
cc d vbz d r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp d n2 vvn, cst c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j,
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16062
so it is permanent, and indeficient too.
so it is permanent, and indeficient too.
av pn31 vbz j, cc j av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16063
The more excellent it is, if it were not firm and stable, the greater were the fear, the greater were the misery of deprivation.
The more excellent it is, if it were not firm and stable, the greater were the Fear, the greater were the misery of deprivation.
dt av-dc j pn31 vbz, cs pn31 vbdr xx j cc j, dt jc vbdr dt n1, dt jc vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16064
Fuisse faelicem, to have been happy, is the greatest unhappiness. But this felicity, my brethren, is enduring;Fuisse faelicem, to have been happy, is the greatest unhappiness. But this felicity, my brothers, is enduring;
fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vhi vbn j, vbz dt js n1. p-acp d n1, po11 n2, vbz vvg;
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16065
In whomsoever Christ is, he dwells there; he doth not sojourn, but he dwells there, never to depart again.
In whomsoever christ is, he dwells there; he does not sojourn, but he dwells there, never to depart again.
p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz, pns31 vvz a-acp; pns31 vdz xx vvi, cc-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, av-x pc-acp vvi av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16066
The heart of such a man is his setled habitation, of which he saith, Here is my resting place, here will I dwell for ever:
The heart of such a man is his settled habitation, of which he Says, Here is my resting place, Here will I dwell for ever:
dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz po31 j-vvn n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz, av vbz po11 j-vvg n1, av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp av:
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16067
So that if Christ be in you, you are safe;
So that if christ be in you, you Are safe;
av cst cs np1 vbb p-acp pn22, pn22 vbr j;
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16068
for he will never leave you, nor depart from you, and then it is impossible that you should perish.
for he will never leave you, nor depart from you, and then it is impossible that you should perish.
c-acp pns31 vmb av-x vvi pn22, ccx vvi p-acp pn22, cc av pn31 vbz j cst pn22 vmd vvi.
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16090
Us (I say) who now believe, as well as them that did believe in former times.
Us (I say) who now believe, as well as them that did believe in former times.
pno32 (pns11 vvb) r-crq av vvb, c-acp av c-acp pno32 cst vdd vvi p-acp j n2.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16069
Ah, my Beloved, can a man be damned with Christ in him? cast into hell with Christ in him? separated from the Lord with Christ in him? Christ willl not, cannot leave him, that is once in Christ,
Ah, my beloved, can a man be damned with christ in him? cast into hell with christ in him? separated from the Lord with christ in him? christ willl not, cannot leave him, that is once in christ,
uh, po11 j-vvn, vmb dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno31? vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno31? vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno31? np1 vmb xx, vmbx vvi pno31, cst vbz a-acp p-acp np1,
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16070
so that if such a man should go to hell, Christ must go to hell in him.
so that if such a man should go to hell, christ must go to hell in him.
av cst cs d dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2110
Page 563
16071
And now to shut up all, since Christ is in you, Let me give you this caution, let him live quiet in your hearts;
And now to shut up all, since christ is in you, Let me give you this caution, let him live quiet in your hearts;
cc av pc-acp vvi a-acp d, c-acp np1 vbz p-acp pn22, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d n1, vvb pno31 vvi j-jn p-acp po22 n2;
(65) part (DIV2)
2111
Page 563
16072
do not molest him, and disturb him there; Do not make him vex, and fret: let it not be a pennance to him to continue in you.
do not molest him, and disturb him there; Do not make him vex, and fret: let it not be a penance to him to continue in you.
vdb xx vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 a-acp; vdb xx vvi pno31 vvi, cc vvi: vvb pn31 xx vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22.
(65) part (DIV2)
2111
Page 563
16073
Let him not suffer by your sins, who suffer'd for them: But labour every way to please him, and to give him satisfaction and content:
Let him not suffer by your Sins, who suffered for them: But labour every Way to please him, and to give him satisfaction and content:
vvb pno31 xx vvi p-acp po22 n2, r-crq vvd p-acp pno32: cc-acp vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 cc n1:
(65) part (DIV2)
2111
Page 563
16074
that so the house which he hath chosen meerly for your sakes (for he hath heaven to dwell in) may not be dark and doleful, but delightful to him.
that so the house which he hath chosen merely for your sakes (for he hath heaven to dwell in) may not be dark and doleful, but delightful to him.
cst av dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av-j p-acp po22 n2 (c-acp pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp) vmb xx vbi j cc j, cc-acp j p-acp pno31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2111
Page 563
16075
And thus at length we have dispatched this heavenly Prayer of our Great High Priest and Intercessor Jesus Christ.
And thus At length we have dispatched this heavenly Prayer of our Great High Priest and Intercessor jesus christ.
cc av p-acp n1 pns12 vhb vvn d j n1 pp-f po12 j j n1 cc n1 np1 np1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16076
He was even ready to go forth to suffer, when he made it.
He was even ready to go forth to suffer, when he made it.
pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16077
Me thinks I hear him saying to his Apostles and Disciples, The time is now at hand that I must leave you,
Me thinks I hear him saying to his Apostles and Disciples, The time is now At hand that I must leave you,
pno11 vvz pns11 vvb pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, dt n1 vbz av p-acp n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi pn22,
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16078
and be taken from the earth; Come let us pray before we part, and there;
and be taken from the earth; Come let us pray before we part, and there;
cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; vvb vvb pno12 vvi c-acp pns12 vvb, cc a-acp;
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16079
withall he lifted up his eyes to heaven, and poured out these holy breathings of his Spirit, for himself and them.
withal he lifted up his eyes to heaven, and poured out these holy breathings of his Spirit, for himself and them.
av pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvd av d j n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1, p-acp px31 cc pno32.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16080
Oh what a blessed frame of heart!
O what a blessed frame of heart!
uh r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1!
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16081
O what a choice and raised temper (think you) was he in at that time!
O what a choice and raised temper (think you) was he in At that time!
sy r-crq dt n1 cc j-vvn n1 (vvi pn22) vbds pns31 p-acp p-acp d n1!
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16082
O what a Prayer must that be that was made by such a person, in such a company, on such an occasion!
O what a Prayer must that be that was made by such a person, in such a company, on such an occasion!
sy r-crq dt n1 vmb d vbi cst vbds vvn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1!
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 563
16083
Christ was in heaven in his thoughts and his affections when he uttered it, and we have seemed sometimes to be in heaven too,
christ was in heaven in his thoughts and his affections when he uttered it, and we have seemed sometime to be in heaven too,
np1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2 c-crq pns31 vvd pn31, cc pns12 vhb vvd av pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 av,
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16084
while we have handled it, and heard it. Well, it hath been a sweet and precious subject, as ever we have dealt upon.
while we have handled it, and herd it. Well, it hath been a sweet and precious Subject, as ever we have dealt upon.
cs pns12 vhb vvn pn31, cc vvd pn31. uh-av, pn31 vhz vbn dt j cc j n-jn, c-acp av pns12 vhb vvn p-acp.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16085
I shall desire you to review it often, and let not any choice impressions, that have been made upon you by it, out again.
I shall desire you to review it often, and let not any choice impressions, that have been made upon you by it, out again.
pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cc vvb xx d j n2, cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp pn31, av av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16086
Let them not be like lines drawn upon the sand; no sooner formed but defaced: like water spilt upon the ground, that is not to be gathered up again.
Let them not be like lines drawn upon the sand; no sooner formed but defaced: like water spilled upon the ground, that is not to be gathered up again.
vvb pno32 xx vbi j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1; av-dx av-c vvn cc-acp vvn: av-j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16087
Here you have seen the heart of Jesus Christ opened, and his affections plentifully flowing out to his people.
Here you have seen the heart of jesus christ opened, and his affections plentifully flowing out to his people.
av pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvd, cc po31 n2 av-j vvg av p-acp po31 n1.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16088
Our prayers shew our hearts to Christ; his prayer shews his heart to us.
Our Prayers show our hearts to christ; his prayer shows his heart to us.
po12 n2 vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1; po31 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16089
Here you have seen how our dear Friend, our Head, our Husband loved us, and had us in his mind and thoughts before he dyed.
Here you have seen how our dear Friend, our Head, our Husband loved us, and had us in his mind and thoughts before he died.
av pn22 vhb vvn c-crq po12 j-jn n1, po12 n1, po12 n1 vvd pno12, cc vhd pns12 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 c-acp pns31 vvd.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16091
How earnest and importunate he is with God the Father, that we may be one here,
How earnest and importunate he is with God the Father, that we may be one Here,
q-crq n1 cc j pns31 vbz p-acp np1 dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi crd av,
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16092
and that we may be in one place hereafter!
and that we may be in one place hereafter!
cc cst pns12 vmb vbi p-acp crd n1 av!
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16093
O let us search into the heart of Jesus Christ, laid open to us in this Abridgement of his Intercession for us:
O let us search into the heart of jesus christ, laid open to us in this Abridgement of his Intercession for us:
sy vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvd av-j p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12:
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16094
that we may know it, and the workings of it continually more and more;
that we may know it, and the workings of it continually more and more;
cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 av-j av-dc cc av-dc;
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
16095
until at length this precious Prayer come to have its full effect, and we be taken up to be for ever with the Lord, that where he is, there may we be also. Amen. FINIS.
until At length this precious Prayer come to have its full Effect, and we be taken up to be for ever with the Lord, that where he is, there may we be also. Amen. FINIS.
c-acp p-acp n1 d j n1 vvb pc-acp vhi po31 j n1, cc pns12 vbb vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp av p-acp dt n1, cst c-crq pns31 vbz, pc-acp vmb pns12 vbi av. uh-n. fw-la.
(65) part (DIV2)
2112
Page 564
