A sermon preached before the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen, at St. Mary le Bow, on Nov. 5, 1683 being the commemoration-day of our deliverance from a popish conspiracy / by Edward Pelling ...

Pelling, Edward, d. 1718
Publisher: Printed for Will Abington
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1683
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A53969 ESTC ID: R1882 STC ID: P1095
Subject Headings: Popish Plot, 1678; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Luke XIX. 42. If thou hadst known, even Thou, at least in this Thy day, the things which belong unto thy Peace! Luke XIX. 42. If thou Hadst known, even Thou, At least in this Thy day, the things which belong unto thy Peace! np1 np1. crd cs pns21 vhd2 vvn, av pns21, p-acp ds p-acp d po21 n1, dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po21 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THE Fore-casting of Events, and the Prudent Providing against the Worst, as it is a Necessary Course for us all to take in the Management of our Private and Particular Concernments, THE Forecasting of Events, and the Prudent Providing against the Worst, as it is a Necessary Course for us all to take in the Management of our Private and Particular Concernments, dt j pp-f n2, cc dt j vvg p-acp dt js, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 so 'tis a most Useful Course in the Governmet of Publick and National Affairs, especially in Lowring Weather and Threatning Times, so it's a most Useful Course in the Government of Public and National Affairs, especially in Lowering Weather and Threatening Times, av pn31|vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, av-j p-acp j-vvg n1 cc vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 when a Nation seems to be brought under an absolute Necessity, either of being Wise in Time, when a nation seems to be brought under an absolute Necessity, either of being Wise in Time, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, av-d pp-f vbg j p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 or of being undone for ever. 'Tis plain that this was the Case of Jerusalem, when our Saviour Lamented over her, or of being undone for ever. It's plain that this was the Case of Jerusalem, when our Saviour Lamented over her, cc pp-f vbg vvn p-acp av. pn31|vbz j cst d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 and was a Mourner at her Funerals beforehand: her Days were numbred out unto her; and was a Mourner At her Funerals beforehand: her Days were numbered out unto her; cc vbds dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 av: po31 n2 vbdr vvn av p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 her last Hours were spending apace, and She was limited to a certain Time, which the purpose of a Patient and Just God had fixt her: her last Hours were spending apace, and She was limited to a certain Time, which the purpose of a Patient and Just God had fixed her: po31 ord n2 vbdr vvg av, cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j np1 vhd vvn pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
7 so that one of these two things She was bound to Resolve upon, either to bethink her self of her Follies, so that one of these two things She was bound to Resolve upon, either to bethink her self of her Follies, av cst pi pp-f d crd n2 pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 while the Sands were yet in her Glass, or to Perish and be Destroyed without any Remedy or Controul. while the Sands were yet in her Glass, or to Perish and be Destroyed without any Remedy or Control. cs dt n2 vbdr av p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvb cc vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 That Merciful Jesus who came into the World, not to Destroy Mens Lives, but to Save them, That Merciful jesus who Come into the World, not to Destroy Men's Lives, but to Save them, cst j np1 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, cc-acp p-acp p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 and to Retrieve and Succour that which was Lost, not only told her her sad Doom, and to Retrieve and Succour that which was Lost, not only told her her sad Doom, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvb d r-crq vbds vvn, xx av-j vvd pno31 po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
11 if She persisted still in her wonted course of Obstinacy and Rebellion (notwithstanding so many Meroies God had shewed her, if She persisted still in her wonted course of Obstinacy and Rebellion (notwithstanding so many Meroies God had showed her, cs pns31 vvn av p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 (c-acp av d n2 np1 vhd vvn pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
12 and so many Deliverances he had wrought for her) but moreover he Courted her with the most Passionate Expressions of Tenderness and Goodness, that now, at the last, and so many Deliverances he had wrought for her) but moreover he Courted her with the most Passionate Expressions of Tenderness and goodness, that now, At the last, cc av d n2 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31) cc-acp av pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst av, p-acp dt ord, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
13 after that the Patience of God had waited for her so long, she would be True to her own Interest, After that the Patience of God had waited for her so long, she would be True to her own Interest, c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 av av-j, pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
14 and be Merciful to her self: and be Merciful to her self: cc vbi j p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
15 for the Particle ( If ) is an Optative in this place, a note of Desire and Earnest Longing; as if our Blessed Saviour had said, O that thou hadst known; for the Particle (If) is an Optative in this place, a note of Desire and Earnest Longing; as if our Blessed Saviour had said, Oh that thou Hadst known; c-acp dt n1 (cs) vbz dt j p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f vvb cc j vvg; c-acp cs po12 j-vvn n1 vhd vvn, uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
16 would to God thou wouldst consider and do the things which belong unto thy Peace. would to God thou Wouldst Consider and do the things which belong unto thy Peace. vmd p-acp np1 pns21 vmd2 vvi cc vdb dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
17 These words I have chosen to Discourse of now, because they contain that Ʋse and Improvement which every Provident Nation should make of the Divine Goodness; These words I have chosen to Discourse of now, Because they contain that Ʋse and Improvement which every Provident nation should make of the Divine goodness; d n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1 pp-f av, c-acp pns32 vvb cst j cc n1 r-crq d j n1 vmd vvi pp-f dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
18 and espceially we of This Nation, who have had such Ample and Wonderful Experience of the Mercies of God (and particularly in that Signal and Miraculous Instance of it, which we Commemorate this Day) that one would think, Louder warnings could not well be given to Any People under Heaven, and espceially we of This nation, who have had such Ample and Wondered Experience of the mercies of God (and particularly in that Signal and Miraculous Instance of it, which we Commemorate this Day) that one would think, Louder Warnings could not well be given to Any People under Heaven, cc av-j pns12 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhb vhn d j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 (cc av-j p-acp d n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq pns12 j d n1) cst pi vmd vvi, jc n2 vmd xx av vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
19 than what hath been given to Ʋs, To know the things which belong unto our Peace. than what hath been given to Ʋs, To know the things which belong unto our Peace. cs r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
20 For though One end of our Meeting be to Praise and Bless the Keeper of our Israel, for this Days Astonishing Deliverance of our King, of the whole Family Royal, of the Three Estates of the Realm, For though One end of our Meeting be to Praise and Bless the Keeper of our Israel, for this Days Astonishing Deliverance of our King, of the Whole Family Royal, of the Three Estates of the Realm, c-acp cs crd n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbi p-acp n1 cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, p-acp d n2 vvg n1 pp-f po12 n1, pp-f dt j-jn n1 j, pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
21 and of our whole Church and Nation, from the Barbarous Designs of our old good Friends at Rome, with whom Treason and Villany is Meritorious; yet this is not the whole, nor indeed the greatest part of our Business. and of our Whole Church and nation, from the Barbarous Designs of our old good Friends At Room, with whom Treason and Villainy is Meritorious; yet this is not the Whole, nor indeed the greatest part of our Business. cc pp-f po12 j-jn n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 j j n2 p-acp vvb, p-acp ro-crq n1 cc n1 vbz j; av d vbz xx dt j-jn, ccx av dt js n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
22 For, Dangers of Destruction are Indications and Arguments of mens Demerits; and a Scourge, though it be not Felt, yet is a Monitor from Heaven that tells us what we shall feel in the end, if we be not Tractable; For, Dangers of Destruction Are Indications and Arguments of men's Demerits; and a Scourge, though it be not Felt, yet is a Monitor from Heaven that tells us what we shall feel in the end, if we be not Tractable; p-acp, n2 pp-f n1 vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f ng2 n2; cc dt n1, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn, av vbz dt np1 p-acp n1 cst vvz pno12 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vbb xx j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
23 and if in Time we be not Disciplin'd into that Wisdom which is Peaceable and Pure. and if in Time we be not Disciplined into that Wisdom which is Peaceable and Pure. cc cs p-acp n1 pns12 vbb xx vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
24 So that every Deliverance being but a Summoning of us to our Duty, we are not only to look Backward upon it, So that every Deliverance being but a Summoning of us to our Duty, we Are not only to look Backward upon it, av cst d n1 vbg p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
25 nor barely to Read it as a Story of Gods Providence; nor barely to Read it as a Story of God's Providence; ccx av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
26 but we are chiefly to look Forward, to the thing that it Points at, to the Amendment of our Lives, but we Are chiefly to look Forward, to the thing that it Points At, to the Amendment of our Lives, cc-acp pns12 vbr av-jn pc-acp vvi av-j, p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 n2 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
27 and to the Practice of the things which belong unto our Peace, while it is yet Our day. and to the Practice of the things which belong unto our Peace, while it is yet Our day. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, cs pn31 vbz av po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
28 Ingratitude, though it be the Basest and most Odious Sin, yet 'tis the Great and Epidemical Guilt of this Nation; Ingratitude, though it be the Basest and most Odious since, yet it's the Great and Epidemical Gilded of this nation; n1, cs pn31 vbb dt js cc ds j n1, av pn31|vbz dt j cc j j-vvn pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
29 that, when no People under Heaven are so deeply Indebted to Gods Providence as We are, Men nevertheless suffer, that, when no People under Heaven Are so deeply Indebted to God's Providence as We Are, Men nevertheless suffer, cst, c-crq dx n1 p-acp n1 vbr av av-jn vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pns12 vbr, n2 av vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
30 if not the Memory, vet the Sense of his Goodness to slide so easily away from them, if not the Memory, vet the Sense of his goodness to slide so Easily away from them, cs xx dt n1, zz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j av p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
31 as if they had nothing to do, but still to be trying Conclusions with Heaven, as if they had nothing to do, but still to be trying Conclusions with Heaven, c-acp cs pns32 vhd pix pc-acp vdi, cc-acp av pc-acp vbi vvg n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
32 and to make fresh Experiments of Gods Mercy, how Long, and how Far 'tis Possible for it to Last. What have we learnt from this Days Mercy, and to make fresh Experiments of God's Mercy, how Long, and how far it's Possible for it to Last. What have we learned from this Days Mercy, cc pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, c-crq av-j, cc q-crq av-j pn31|vbz j p-acp pn31 p-acp ord. q-crq vhb pns12 vvn p-acp d n2 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
33 but to fling Invectives at the Papists (though, I confess, the greatest Invectives cannot be too much? ) what other use have many made of the King's Restauration, but This onely, to try whether they could Rout him again out of his Kingdome, but to fling Invectives At the Papists (though, I confess, the greatest Invectives cannot be too much?) what other use have many made of the King's Restauration, but This only, to try whither they could Rout him again out of his Kingdom, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt njp2 (cs, pns11 vvb, dt js n2 vmbx vbi av d?) r-crq j-jn n1 vhb d vvn pp-f dt ng1 n1, p-acp d av-j, pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vmd n1 pno31 av av pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
34 or dispatch him quite out of the World? Nay (if I may have Liberty to ask it) what have they learnt from the Dangers of a late Popish Plot, or dispatch him quite out of the World? Nay (if I may have Liberty to ask it) what have they learned from the Dangers of a late Popish Plot, cc vvb pno31 av av pp-f dt n1? uh-x (cs pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31) r-crq vhb pns32 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
35 but to Form a Fanatick Conspiracy, and to Mock God Solemnly by Studying Treason Themselves after a Day of Humiliation for the very same Horrid Sin in others? I cannot tell what Use we shall make of the Late ▪ Deliverance of the King and the whole Kingdome, which God hath wrought for us but Yesterday, as it were: but to From a Fanatic conspiracy, and to Mock God Solemnly by Studying Treason Themselves After a Day of Humiliation for the very same Horrid since in Others? I cannot tell what Use we shall make of the Late ▪ Deliverance of the King and the Whole Kingdom, which God hath wrought for us but Yesterday, as it were: cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, cc pc-acp vvi np1 av-j p-acp vvg n1 px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j d j n1 p-acp n2-jn? pns11 vmbx vvi r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt j ▪ n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j-jn n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp av-an, c-acp pn31 vbdr: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
36 but I am greatly afraid, that the Sense even of This Deliverance will not stick by us long neither; but I am greatly afraid, that the Sense even of This Deliverance will not stick by us long neither; cc-acp pns11 vbm av-j j, cst dt n1 av pp-f d n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12 av-j av-d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
37 especially since some begin already to look upon that as a Sham, which was one of the greatest Miracles of Mercy, that ever we or our Fore-Fathers have seen. Lord! especially since Some begin already to look upon that as a Sham, which was one of the greatest Miracles of Mercy, that ever we or our Fore-Fathers have seen. Lord! av-j c-acp d vvb av pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp dt np1, r-crq vbds crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1, cst av zz cc po12 n2 vhb vvn. n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
38 after this Rate what shall we do, and what will become of us in the End? Little do Men consider, that these Rescuings of us from Perdition, are intended only to lengthen our Time for Repentance; and 'tis a general Fault among us, that while we are striving, who shall be too hard for the other, we do not look up unto Heaven, where the Righteous God is weighing his Mercies and our Sins. After this Rate what shall we do, and what will become of us in the End? Little do Men Consider, that these Rescuings of us from Perdition, Are intended only to lengthen our Time for Repentance; and it's a general Fault among us, that while we Are striving, who shall be too hard for the other, we do not look up unto Heaven, where the Righteous God is weighing his mercies and our Sins. p-acp d vvb r-crq vmb pns12 vdi, cc q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno12 p-acp dt vvb? j vdb n2 vvi, cst d n2-vvg pp-f pno12 p-acp n1, vbr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1; cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12, cst cs pns12 vbr vvg, r-crq vmb vbi av j c-acp dt n-jn, pns12 vdb xx vvi a-acp p-acp n1, c-crq dt j np1 vbz vvg po31 n2 cc po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
39 To Stir Men up therefore to a, Religious and Timely Care of a Matter which is of such vast Importance and Concernment to our whole Nation, I have pitch't upon these Words of our Saviour, which with weeping Eyes he used concerning Jerusalem in the like Case. To Stir Men up Therefore to a, Religious and Timely Care of a Matter which is of such vast Importance and Concernment to our Whole nation, I have pitched upon these Words of our Saviour, which with weeping Eyes he used Concerning Jerusalem in the like Case. p-acp n1 n2 a-acp av p-acp av, j cc av-j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f d j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq p-acp j-vvg n2 pns31 vvd vvg np1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
40 And before I take upon more to speak of the things which belong unto our Peace, And before I take upon more to speak of the things which belong unto our Peace, cc c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp av-dc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
41 as Affairs stand with us in this Juncture; as Affairs stand with us in this Juncture; c-acp n2 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
42 there are Two Points couched in my Text, which I beg leave to offer to your Serious Consideration. there Are Two Points couched in my Text, which I beg leave to offer to your Serious Consideration. pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvn p-acp po11 n1, r-crq pns11 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
43 1. First, that the most Profligate Nation have Overtures of Happiness, a Day of Peace given them; 1. First, that the most Profligate nation have Overtures of Happiness, a Day of Peace given them; crd ord, cst dt av-ds vvn n1 vhb n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
44 so that if they be Undone, the fault is their own, and their Destruction is of themselves. so that if they be Undone, the fault is their own, and their Destruction is of themselves. av cst cs pns32 vbb vvn, dt n1 vbz po32 d, cc po32 n1 vbz pp-f px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
45 There hardly ever was a more Wicked and Profligate People in the World (especially that Profest Religion and the Knowledg of the True God) than that People was, which now was within the Walls of Jerusalem; an Ungrateful and Rebellious Generation: There hardly ever was a more Wicked and Profligate People in the World (especially that Professed Religion and the Knowledge of the True God) than that People was, which now was within the Walls of Jerusalem; an Ungrateful and Rebellious Generation: a-acp av av vbds dt av-dc j cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 (av-j d vvd n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j np1) cs d n1 vbds, r-crq av vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; dt j cc j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
46 Men that were Addicted to Hypocrysie, to Violence, to Cruelty, and to all manner of Wickedness, Idolatry only excepted. Men that Rejected the Prince of Peace, that Resisted the Holy Ghost, that shut their Eyes against the Truth, Men that were Addicted to Hypocrisy, to Violence, to Cruelty, and to all manner of Wickedness, Idolatry only excepted. Men that Rejected the Prince of Peace, that Resisted the Holy Ghost, that shut their Eyes against the Truth, n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, n1 av-j vvn. n2 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvd dt j n1, cst vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
47 and obstinately opposed it, notwithstanding the most Convincing Arguments which were given on its side, even by Miracles from Heaven. and obstinately opposed it, notwithstanding the most Convincing Arguments which were given on its side, even by Miracles from Heaven. cc av-j vvd pn31, c-acp dt av-ds vvg n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
48 Men that forsook their own Mercies, and were so Maliciously set against Him, that brought those Mercies in his hands, that they only studyed how they might now Treat themselves with his Blood at the Passover. Men that forsook their own mercies, and were so Maliciously Set against Him, that brought those mercies in his hands, that they only studied how they might now Treat themselves with his Blood At the Passover. np1 cst vvd po32 d n2, cc vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp pno31, cst vvd d n2 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 av-j vvd c-crq pns32 vmd av vvi px32 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
49 Never did any Nation take a more direct Course to bring themselves to Ruin, than the Jews took at this time: Never did any nation take a more Direct Course to bring themselves to Ruin, than the jews took At this time: av-x vdd d n1 vvi dt av-dc j n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, cs dt np2 vvd p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
50 and yet they had their Day, an Opportunity given them to save themselves from Destruction, if they would have been Wise in Time. and yet they had their Day, an Opportunity given them to save themselves from Destruction, if they would have been Wise in Time. cc av pns32 vhd po32 n1, dt n1 vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, cs pns32 vmd vhi vbn j p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
51 This was that Time of Visitation which we find mentioned at vers. 44. of this Chapter. This was that Time of Visitation which we find mentioned At vers. 44. of this Chapter. d vbds d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp fw-la. crd pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
52 For there is Visitatio Misericordiae as well as Justitiae, a time when Men are Visited in a way of Mercy, as the Jews were Visited at their Deliverance out of Egypt, and as we of this Nation have been often Visited with many stupendious Deliverances from the most imminent Dangers all along from the Beginning of the Reformation unto this day. For there is Visitatio Mercy as well as Justitiae, a time when Men Are Visited in a Way of Mercy, as the jews were Visited At their Deliverance out of Egypt, and as we of this nation have been often Visited with many stupendious Deliverances from the most imminent Dangers all along from the Beginning of the Reformation unto this day. p-acp pc-acp vbz fw-la fw-la c-acp av c-acp fw-la, dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1 av pp-f np1, cc c-acp pns12 pp-f d n1 vhb vbn av vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 d a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
53 And thus Christ Visited Jerusalem when he Rode unto her in Tryumph (the only Triumphal Progress which he took in his whole Life) he went to her to Heal, and to Save, and to Deliver her from Destruction. And thus christ Visited Jerusalem when he Road unto her in Triumph (the only Triumphal Progress which he took in his Whole Life) he went to her to Heal, and to Save, and to Deliver her from Destruction. cc av np1 vvd np1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 (dt j j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j-jn n1) pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
54 This Lucid Interval and Lightning of Mercy before her Tragical overthrow, is called the Day of Jerusalem, Her Day, This Lucid Interval and Lightning of Mercy before her Tragical overthrow, is called the Day of Jerusalem, Her Day, d np1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
55 as it was distinguish't from Gods Day, that time of Judgment which followed afterwards. Our Saviour himself did thus distinguish between these two times: as it was distinguished from God's Day, that time of Judgement which followed afterwards. Our Saviour himself did thus distinguish between these two times: c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp n2 n1, cst n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd av. po12 n1 px31 vdd av vvi p-acp d crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
56 for speaking of that Desolation which was coming, how the Jews should be led away Captive into all Nations, for speaking of that Desolation which was coming, how the jews should be led away Captive into all nations, p-acp vvg pp-f d n1 r-crq vbds vvg, q-crq dt np2 vmd vbi vvn av j-jn p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
57 and Jerusalem should be Troden down of the Gentiles, These (said he) are the Days of Vengeance, Lu. 21. 22. It was a far different Time from that which he called here a Time of Visitation: This was a Time of Grace and Mercy: now he went to Jerusalem with Peace and Pardon in his Hand, and Jerusalem should be Trodden down of the Gentiles, These (said he) Are the Days of Vengeance, Lu. 21. 22. It was a Far different Time from that which he called Here a Time of Visitation: This was a Time of Grace and Mercy: now he went to Jerusalem with Peace and Pardon in his Hand, cc np1 vmd vbi vvn a-acp pp-f dt n2-j, d (vvd pns31) vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbds dt j j n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd av dt n1 pp-f n1: d vbds dt n1 pp-f vvb cc n1: av pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
58 if she would not bid him defiance. if she would not bid him defiance. cs pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
59 As yet the Jews were not utterly lost, but they might have been happy if they had not been wanting to themselves; As yet the jews were not utterly lost, but they might have been happy if they had not been wanting to themselves; p-acp av dt np2 vbdr xx av-j vvn, cc-acp pns32 vmd vhi vbn j cs pns32 vhd xx vbn vvg p-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
60 because in the Sentence against them God had reserved to himself a Power of Revocation: his purpose concerning them, was not Peremptory as yet: Because in the Sentence against them God had reserved to himself a Power of Revocation: his purpose Concerning them, was not Peremptory as yet: c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 np1 vhd vvn p-acp px31 dt n1 pp-f n1: po31 n1 vvg pno32, vbds xx j c-acp av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
61 for though Ruin and Excision had been, time after time, denounced against them, yet the Menaces were not Absolute; but as his Promises to them were on Condition of their Obedience, so all his Threatnings against them, were on Condition of their Impenitence, if they Refused to do the things which did belong unto their Peace. for though Ruin and Excision had been, time After time, denounced against them, yet the Menaces were not Absolute; but as his Promises to them were on Condition of their obedience, so all his Threatenings against them, were on Condition of their Impenitence, if they Refused to do the things which did belong unto their Peace. c-acp cs n1 cc n1 vhd vbn, n1 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp pno32, av dt n2 vbdr xx j; p-acp c-acp po31 vvz p-acp pno32 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, av d po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno32, vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vdi dt n2 r-crq vdd vvi p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
62 And the Reason of this is grounded upon that Infinite Goodness and most Tender Compassion, which is an Inseparable Property of the Divine Nature. And the Reason of this is grounded upon that Infinite goodness and most Tender Compassion, which is an Inseparable Property of the Divine Nature. cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz vvn p-acp d j n1 cc av-ds j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
63 His Mercy is over all his Works; His Mercy is over all his Works; po31 n1 vbz p-acp d po31 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
64 and his Providence is watchful over Mens very Lives and Fortunes to keep them from being lost, and his Providence is watchful over Men's very Lives and Fortune's to keep them from being lost, cc po31 n1 vbz j p-acp ng2 j vvz cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vbg vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
65 and many times too when Men are upon the very Brink of the Pit, and in the greatest Extremity of Danger, and many times too when Men Are upon the very Brink of the Pit, and in the greatest Extremity of Danger, cc d n2 av c-crq n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
66 as his Providence Kept and Sav'd This Our Church and Nation, even when the Powder and the Touch-wood was now ready, and but a few Hours before the Intended Blow: as his Providence Kept and Saved This Our Church and nation, even when the Powder and the Touchwood was now ready, and but a few Hours before the Intended Blow: c-acp po31 n1 vvn cc vvd d po12 n1 cc n1, av c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vbds av j, cc p-acp dt d n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
67 God doth not willingly Afflict nor Grieve the Children of Men; God does not willingly Afflict nor Grieve the Children of Men; np1 vdz xx av-j vvb ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
68 and when he threatneth to do it, it is with an Intent to prevent the doing of it, b• Correcting and Humbling People by the Fears of the Rod. and when he threatens to do it, it is with an Intent to prevent the doing of it, b• Correcting and Humbling People by the Fears of the Rod. cc c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi pn31, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt vdg pp-f pn31, n1 vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
69 Judgment comes heavily from him, and with a Holy kind of Reluctancy and Regret; Judgement comes heavily from him, and with a Holy kind of Reluctancy and Regret; n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno31, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
70 and so it is called his strange Work, and his strange Act, as many Interpreters Understand that Place in Is. 28. 21. This Consideration is of very great Use to us, to make us Steddy, Ʋpright and Couragious even in Times that are full of Difficulties and Horrous. and so it is called his strange Work, and his strange Act, as many Interpreters Understand that Place in Is. 28. 21. This Consideration is of very great Use to us, to make us Steady, Ʋpright and Courageous even in Times that Are full of Difficulties and Horrous. cc av pn31 vbz vvn po31 j n1, cc po31 j n1, c-acp d n2 vvb d n1 p-acp np1 crd crd d n1 vbz pp-f av j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 j, av-j cc j av p-acp n2 cst vbr j pp-f n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
71 The Bowels of God are ever Yerning toward us; The Bowels of God Are ever Yearning towards us; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av vvg p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
72 and if we do not Mis-imploy or squander away those Blessed Oportunities which he gives us, we need not doubt, and if we do not Misemploy or squander away those Blessed Opportunities which he gives us, we need not doubt, cc cs pns12 vdb xx j cc vvi av d j-vvn n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, pns12 vvb xx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
73 but his Providence will Protect and Preserve us, though the World be never so Impatient and Mad, but his Providence will Pact and Preserve us, though the World be never so Impatient and Mad, cc-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi cc vvb pno12, cs dt n1 vbb av-x av j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
74 and on which Hand soever it be that Danger threatneth us, whether it be from the Popish, or from the Protestant Jesuit. But yet (that we may not presume too much, and on which Hand soever it be that Danger threatens us, whither it be from the Popish, or from the Protestant Jesuit. But yet (that we may not presume too much, cc p-acp r-crq n1 av pn31 vbb d n1 vvz pno12, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt n1 np1. p-acp av (cst pns12 vmb xx vvi av av-d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
75 or be Consident if we be Careless ) we must note, that though Vengance be called a Strange work, or be Confident if we be Careless) we must note, that though Vengeance be called a Strange work, cc vbb j cs pns12 vbb j) pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs n1 vbb vvn dt j vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
76 yet 'tis Gods work nevertheless, when he is forced to it, and when all other Courses are ineffectual. Mercy hath the first turn, yet it's God's work nevertheless, when he is forced to it, and when all other Courses Are ineffectual. Mercy hath the First turn, av pn31|vbz npg1 vvb av, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cc c-crq d n-jn vvz vbr j. n1 vhz dt ord vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
77 but Justice takes the second, when the forbearance and Goodness of God do not lead Men to Repentance. but justice Takes the second, when the forbearance and goodness of God do not led Men to Repentance. cc-acp n1 vvz dt ord, c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vdb xx vvi n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
78 Go we to Jerusalem for an Instance: Go we to Jerusalem for an Instance: vvb pns12 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
79 She had her Day indeed, wherein she might have known the things which did belong unto her Peace: She had her Day indeed, wherein she might have known the things which did belong unto her Peace: pns31 vhd po31 n1 av, c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n2 r-crq vdd vvi p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
80 but by the Tenor of our Saviours Mournful Speech she might Collect, that she should be Irrecoverably Lost and Undone, but by the Tenor of our Saviors Mournful Speech she might Collect, that she should be Irrecoverably Lost and Undone, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 j n1 pns31 vmd vvi, cst pns31 vmd vbi av-j vvn cc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
81 if she slept or sported her time away. O that thou hadst known, even thou at least in this thy day! if she slept or sported her time away. O that thou Hadst known, even thou At least in this thy day! cs pns31 vvn cc vvd po31 n1 av. sy cst pns21 vhd2 vvn, av pns21 p-acp ds p-acp d po21 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
82 intimating that Another day was at hand, and that Gods day would come next, and that a time of Vengeance would certainly follow the time of her Visitation. intimating that another day was At hand, and that God's day would come next, and that a time of Vengeance would Certainly follow the time of her Visitation. vvg d j-jn n1 vbds p-acp n1, cc d ng1 n1 vmd vvi ord, cc cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
83 2. Whence I proceed to the Second Point, That when a Froward and Stubborn Nation do Obstinately refuse to do the things which belong unto their Peace, they fall at last under an ineluctable Fate, 2. Whence I proceed to the Second Point, That when a Froward and Stubborn nation do Obstinately refuse to do the things which belong unto their Peace, they fallen At last under an ineluctable Fate, crd c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, cst c-crq dt j cc j n1 vdb av-j vvi pc-acp vdi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb p-acp ord p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
84 and Ruin themselves by an inevitable kind of Nec•ssity, when Judgment is Ripe, and Men are Ripe for it, and Ruin themselves by an inevitable kind of Nec•ssity, when Judgement is Ripe, and Men Are Ripe for it, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n1 vbz j, cc n2 vbr j p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
85 then the Purpose of God concerning the Destruction of a City or a Kingdom in general, is a Definite, Peremptory and Ʋnalterable Purpose; then the Purpose of God Concerning the Destruction of a city or a Kingdom in general, is a Definite, Peremptory and Ʋnalterable Purpose; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j, j cc j vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
86 so that when Gods Time of Striking is fully come, there is no possible way to evade, or ward off the Blow: so that when God's Time of Striking is Fully come, there is no possible Way to evade, or ward off the Blow: av cst c-crq n2 n1 pp-f vvg vbz av-j vvn, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi a-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
87 This is clear from Gods dealing with those People over whom our Saviour Wept now. This is clear from God's dealing with those People over whom our Saviour Wept now. d vbz j p-acp n2 vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
88 Though they had a Day, and a long Day too, yet their Light utterly vanish't at the last; Though they had a Day, and a long Day too, yet their Light utterly vanished At the last; cs pns32 vhd dt n1, cc dt av-j n1 av, av po32 n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
89 so that when Titus came with his Army against Jerusalem, all her Time of Grace was spent, and her Hour of Darkness and Desolation began. so that when Titus Come with his Army against Jerusalem, all her Time of Grace was spent, and her Hour of Darkness and Desolation began. av cst c-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, d po31 n1 pp-f vvb vbds vvn, cc po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
90 God would not then be intreated for the Hardened Jews, nor was it possible by any means to Reverse the Decree that was gone out against them. God would not then be entreated for the Hardened jews, nor was it possible by any means to Reverse the decree that was gone out against them. np1 vmd xx av vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvn np2, ccx vbds pn31 j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbds vvn av p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
91 Josephus the Historian was at that time in the City; Josephus the Historian was At that time in the city; np1 dt n1 vbds p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
92 and when he saw the Blockade about it, and how impossible it was for the City to Escape, notwithstanding all the various Methods, and when he saw the Blockade about it, and how impossible it was for the city to Escape, notwithstanding all the various Methods, cc c-crq pns31 vvd dt np1 p-acp pn31, cc c-crq j pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp d dt j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
93 and the Restless endeavours which the foolish Jews used, he was plainly, sensible that they fought against God, and the Restless endeavours which the foolish jews used, he was plainly, sensible that they fought against God, cc dt j n2 r-crq dt j np2 vvn, pns31 vbds av-j, j cst pns32 vvd p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
94 and strove against his Irresistible Will; and strove against his Irresistible Will; cc vvd p-acp po31 j vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
95 and therefore would have perswaded them to Resolutions of Surrendring, being fully convinced, that Jerusalem at that time was under the same unavoidable Necessity of being taken, and Therefore would have persuaded them to Resolutions of Surrendering, being Fully convinced, that Jerusalem At that time was under the same unavoidable Necessity of being taken, cc av vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f vvg, vbg av-j vvn, cst np1 p-acp d n1 vbds p-acp dt d j n1 pp-f vbg vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
96 as it had been under before, in the time of Nebuchaddonosor and Antiochus. as it had been under before, in the time of Nebuchaddonosor and Antiochus. c-acp pn31 vhd vbn p-acp a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
97 The Scripture sometimes speaks of Mens filling up their Sins, and of their filling up the Measure of their Iniquities. The Scripture sometime speaks of Men's filling up their Sins, and of their filling up the Measure of their Iniquities. dt n1 av vvz a-acp ng2 vvg a-acp po32 n2, cc pp-f po32 vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
98 For such is the Mercy of God, that he doth not strike upon every (though Just ) provocation; For such is the Mercy of God, that he does not strike upon every (though Just) provocation; p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp d (cs j) n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
99 but stays to soe how Far, and to what Degree Men will go on in their Impieties in spight of all Means and Calls to the contrary: but stays to so how far, and to what Degree Men will go on in their Impieties in spite of all Means and Calls to the contrary: cc-acp vvz p-acp av c-crq av-j, cc p-acp r-crq n1 n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
100 and 'till the Cry of Mens Sins be Great and General, God is not wont to bring a Curse upon a Nation so, and till the Cry of Men's Sins be Great and General, God is not wont to bring a Curse upon a nation so, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 vbb j cc j, np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
101 as to Bury it in Ruin. as to Bury it in Ruin. c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
102 Thus speaking of the Amorites, how they were to be Extirpated, he pointed to the Time, Thus speaking of the amorites, how they were to be Extirpated, he pointed to the Time, av vvg pp-f dt np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
103 when it was to be done, viz. in the Fourth Generation, not till then; when it was to be done, viz. in the Fourth Generation, not till then; c-crq pn31 vbds pc-acp vbi vdn, n1 p-acp dt ord n1, xx c-acp av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 12
104 for (said he) the Iniquity of the Amorites is not yet full, Gen. 15. 16. As King Solomon did set Shimei his Bounds, saying, that if he passed over the Brook Kidron, he should surely dye, 1 Kings 2. 37. So does the great Governour of the World deal with Evil Men, especially such Men as Shimei was, Persidious Wretches and Traytors; he gives them their Rope and Tedder, but of such a length and scantling; and when they come to their Kidrons, the next step they take is into Destruction. for (said he) the Iniquity of the amorites is not yet full, Gen. 15. 16. As King Solomon did Set Shimei his Bounds, saying, that if he passed over the Brook Kidron, he should surely die, 1 Kings 2. 37. So does the great Governor of the World deal with Evil Men, especially such Men as Shimei was, Perfidious Wretches and Traitors; he gives them their Rope and Tedder, but of such a length and scantling; and when they come to their Kidrons, the next step they take is into Destruction. c-acp (vvd pns31) dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbz xx av j, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 np1 vdd vvi np1 po31 n2, vvg, cst cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 n1, pns31 vmd av-j vvi, crd n2 crd crd np1 vdz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, av-j d n2 c-acp np1 vbds, j ng1 cc n2; pns31 vvz pno32 po32 n1 cc np1, p-acp pp-f d dt n1 cc n1; cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, dt ord n1 pns32 vvb vbz p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
105 For God cannot but hate all manner of Wickedness, especially when 'tis a Trade; and most of all when 'tis a Long and an Old Trade. For God cannot but hate all manner of Wickedness, especially when it's a Trade; and most of all when it's a Long and an Old Trade. p-acp np1 vmbx cc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, av-j c-crq pn31|vbz dt n1; cc ds pp-f d c-crq pn31|vbz dt av-j cc dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
106 This is enough to wear out the Patience, even of a Merciful God; This is enough to wear out the Patience, even of a Merciful God; d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi av dt n1, av pp-f dt j np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
107 and then Men must come to a full reckoning for a Long Indulgence, and so many Acts of Grace, which they have Abused. and then Men must come to a full reckoning for a Long Indulgence, and so many Acts of Grace, which they have Abused. cc cs n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp dt j n1, cc av d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
108 And would to God we should lay this Consideration to Heart, and for the sake of this Poor Nation, Transmit it into Practice betimes; And would to God we should lay this Consideration to Heart, and for the sake of this Poor nation, Transmit it into Practice betimes; cc vmd p-acp np1 pns12 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, np1 pn31 p-acp n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
109 and not presume too much upon the Divine Clemency, as if it would never be Night with us, what use soever we make of our Day of Peace! 'Tis true; and not presume too much upon the Divine Clemency, as if it would never be Night with us, what use soever we make of our Day of Peace! It's true; cc xx vvi av av-d p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp cs pn31 vmd av-x vbi n1 p-acp pno12, q-crq vvb av pns12 vvb pp-f po12 n1 pp-f n1! pn31|vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
110 as the Malice and Designs of our Enemies, so have the kindnesses of our God, been to us, as the Malice and Designs of our Enemies, so have the Kindnesses of our God, been to us, c-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2, av vhb dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vbn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
111 even from the Days of Old, and ever since the Dayspring from an high, began to Visit us in the Morning of the Reformation. Those Acts and Struglings under K. Henry the 8th. could not keep the Truth of Religion from breaking out. even from the Days of Old, and ever since the Dayspring from an high, began to Visit us in the Morning of the Reformation. Those Acts and Strugglings under K. Henry the 8th. could not keep the Truth of Religion from breaking out. av p-acp dt n2 pp-f j, cc av c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, vvd pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp n1 np1 dt ord. vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
112 Those Commotions in the Reign of K. Edward the Sixth, were not able to hinder the Perfecting of the Work which his Father had begun. Those Victims which were off red in the Marian Persecution, served only to bring down, Those Commotions in the Reign of K. Edward the Sixth, were not able to hinder the Perfecting of the Work which his Father had begun. Those Victims which were off read in the Marian Persecution, served only to bring down, d n2 p-acp dt vvi pp-f n1 np1 dt ord, vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vhd vvn. d av r-crq vbdr a-acp j-jn p-acp dt np1 n1, vvd av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
113 as it were, God upon the Earth to be with his Saints and M•rtyrs in the Flam•s. as it were, God upon the Earth to be with his Saints and M•rtyrs in the Flam•s. c-acp pn31 vbdr, np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
114 In the Days of Q. Elizabeth, when in a manner the whole Papal World, at Home and Abroad, formed their Designs, In the Days of Q. Elizabeth, when in a manner the Whole Papal World, At Home and Abroad, formed their Designs, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 dt j-jn j n1, p-acp n1-an cc av, vvd po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
115 and put th•mselves in Arms against One Woman, God stood by this Church so, that no hidden Conspiracies, and put th•mselves in Arms against One Woman, God stood by this Church so, that no hidden Conspiracies, cc vvd n2 p-acp n2 p-acp crd n1, np1 vvd p-acp d n1 av, cst dx j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
116 nor open Force, proved Effective of those Ends which the Romanists aimed at, with so much Confidence. nor open Force, proved Effective of those Ends which the Romanists aimed At, with so much Confidence. ccx j n1, vvd j pp-f d n2 r-crq dt np1 vvn p-acp, p-acp av d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
117 The Treason of this Day, in the time of K. James, what did it do else, The Treason of this Day, in the time of K. James, what did it doe Else, dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, r-crq vdd pn31 n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
118 but Blow up the Interest of the Popish Cause, and Kindle such a Zeal against that Sanguinary Religion, but Blow up the Interest of the Popish Cause, and Kindle such a Zeal against that Sanguinary Religion, cc-acp vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vvb, cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
119 as Burneth yet in our Breasts, and we hope will be Warm in the Veins of our Posterity to the Worlds End? Nay, to go on a little farther to the Reign of that Incomparable Prince, as Burns yet in our Breasts, and we hope will be Warm in the veins of our Posterity to the World's End? Nay, to go on a little farther to the Reign of that Incomparable Prince, c-acp vvz av p-acp po12 n2, cc pns12 vvb vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb? uh-x, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j av-jc p-acp dt vvi pp-f cst j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
120 and in the End, Royal Martyr, K. Charls the First; and in the End, Royal Martyr, K. Charls the First; cc p-acp dt vvb, j n1, n1 np1 dt ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
121 when a Domestick Enemy undertook the Quarrel of a Foreign one, and Votes, and Ordinances Roar'd Louder than Bulls; though a Cromwell was a more Prosperous Devil than a Catesbie or a Garnet, and the Consistory was a more Mischievous Legion than the Conclave; yet God was so Merciful to our Sins, that he suffered not this Nation ro be quite eaten up of the Vermine that it bred; but after a long Aegyptian Plague of Lice made us whole and Sound again, when a Domestic Enemy undertook the Quarrel of a Foreign one, and Votes, and Ordinances Roared Louder than Bulls; though a Cromwell was a more Prosperous devil than a Catesby or a Garnet, and the Consistory was a more Mischievous Legion than the Conclave; yet God was so Merciful to our Sins, that he suffered not this nation ro be quite eaten up of the Vermin that it bred; but After a long Egyptian Plague of Lice made us Whole and Found again, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vvd dt vvb pp-f dt j crd, cc n2, cc n2 vvd av-jc cs n2; cs dt np1 vbds dt av-dc j n1 cs dt np1 cc dt np1, cc dt n1 vbds dt av-dc j n1 cs dt n1; av np1 vbds av j p-acp po12 n2, cst pns31 vvd xx d n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn a-acp pp-f dt n1 cst pn31 vvn; p-acp p-acp dt j jp n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno12 j-jn cc j av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
122 if happily we would be taught by that Severe Judgment, to Sin no more. if happily we would be taught by that Severe Judgement, to since no more. cs av-j pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp n1 dx av-dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
123 These Great and Continual Deliverances 'tis necessary for me to mention, and for us All to be thankful for, that we may set forth the Honour of Gods Name, These Great and Continual Deliverances it's necessary for me to mention, and for us All to be thankful for, that we may Set forth the Honour of God's Name, d j cc j n2 pn31|vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp pno12 d pc-acp vbi j p-acp, cst pns12 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 15
124 and the Glory of his Mercy, which from Age to Age he hath so abundantly shew'd to this our Sion, as if he had said of it, as he did once of Jerusalem, Here will I dwell, and the Glory of his Mercy, which from Age to Age he hath so abundantly showed to this our Sion, as if he had said of it, as he did once of Jerusalem, Here will I dwell, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vhz av av-j vvn p-acp d po12 np1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pp-f pn31, c-acp pns31 vdd a-acp pp-f np1, av vmb pns11 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 15
125 for I have a Delight therein. for I have a Delight therein. c-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 15
126 But yet, 'tis a most Impolitick and Dangerous Course for us, to lean still upon the Goodness of God, But yet, it's a most Impolitic and Dangerous Course for us, to lean still upon the goodness of God, cc-acp av, pn31|vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
127 if we be not careful to Answer the great Ends of all his Longanimity and Compassion. if we be not careful to Answer the great Ends of all his Longanimity and Compassion. cs pns12 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi dt j vvz pp-f d po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
128 For his Spirit mill not always be striving with Men: there is a Time when he will give overall further Luctations with an Incorrigible People. For his Spirit mill not always be striving with Men: there is a Time when he will give overall further Luctations with an Incorrigible People. p-acp po31 n1 n1 xx av vbi vvg p-acp n2: a-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-j jc n2 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
129 And I Pray God we may not be made a fearful Instance to demonstrate to the World the Truth of this. And I Pray God we may not be made a fearful Instance to demonstrate to the World the Truth of this. cc pns11 vvb np1 pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
130 But if our Consciences are not Seared, we cannot but be Sensible how near our Ingratitude hath lately brought us again to the Edge of the Praecipice, But if our Consciences Are not Seared, we cannot but be Sensible how near our Ingratitude hath lately brought us again to the Edge of the Precipice, p-acp cs po12 n2 vbr xx vvn, pns12 vmbx cc-acp vbi j c-crq j po12 n1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
131 and to the very Margin of that Gulph, which would for ever hath Swallowed us all up, had not our God after a most Providential manner, opened our Eyes, and to the very Margin of that Gulf, which would for ever hath Swallowed us all up, had not our God After a most Providential manner, opened our Eyes, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmd p-acp av vhz vvn pno12 av-d a-acp, vhd xx po12 n1 p-acp dt ds np1 n1, vvd po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
132 and discovered unto us the Depths of Satan. and discovered unto us the Depths of Satan. cc vvn p-acp pno12 dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
133 Though our Nation hath for some time past been troubled, and Giddy with a Meagram, yet now we may have our Senses at Command; Though our nation hath for Some time passed been troubled, and Giddy with a Meagram, yet now we may have our Senses At Command; cs po12 n1 vhz p-acp d n1 vvn vbn vvn, cc j p-acp dt n1, av av pns12 vmb vhi po12 n2 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
134 we may clearly discern the Wolf under the Lamb-Skin; and if we be not willfully Blind, we have Light enough to discover those who are Protestants by Profession, we may clearly discern the Wolf under the Lamb-Skin; and if we be not wilfully Blind, we have Light enough to discover those who Are Protestants by Profession, pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc cs pns12 vbb xx av-j j, pns12 vhb j av-d pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
135 but as very Ruffians and Regicides by Principle, as the Jesuites. For the difference is not great, but as very Ruffians and Regicides by Principle, as the Jesuits. For the difference is not great, cc-acp c-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, c-acp dt np2. p-acp dt n1 vbz xx j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
136 whether a Powder-Treason be Acted at the Parliamemt - House, or at Rumbolds: the Principle upon which both Parties Act, is the same; whither a Powder treason be Acted At the Parliamemt - House, or At Rumbolds: the Principle upon which both Parties Act, is the same; cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt fw-mi - n1, cc p-acp n2: dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n2 n1, vbz dt d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
137 and it seems, the Reward was to have been alike too; and it seems, the Reward was to have been alike too; cc pn31 vvz, dt vvb vbds pc-acp vhi vbn av-j av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
138 and Statutes and Monuments were to have been set up in Honour of Thee, as Garnets Picture was set up at Rome with this Inscription, Father Garnet, Executed at London for the Catholick Faith; that is, and Statutes and Monuments were to have been Set up in Honour of Thee, as Garnetus Picture was Set up At Room with this Inscription, Father Garnet, Executed At London for the Catholic Faith; that is, cc n2 cc n2 vbdr pc-acp vhi vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f pno21, p-acp n2 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp d n1, n1 np1, vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt njp n1; cst vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
139 for Treason; which at last, it seems, is made a part of the True Protestant Faith also. for Treason; which At last, it seems, is made a part of the True Protestant Faith also. c-acp n1; r-crq p-acp ord, pn31 vvz, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
140 That our King and his Kingdoms are not made a Consumptive Sacrifice to the Diabolical Fury of these Abaddons, is a Felicity which we owe onely unto the Ʋnwearied Goodness of God to his Anointed, and to this Church; both which have hitherto been the Care, as they both are the Blessing of Heaven. That our King and his Kingdoms Are not made a Consumptive Sacrifice to the Diabolical Fury of these Abaddons, is a Felicity which we owe only unto the Ʋnwearied goodness of God to his Anointed, and to this Church; both which have hitherto been the Care, as they both Are the Blessing of Heaven. cst po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vbr xx vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d np1, vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 vvn, cc p-acp d n1; d r-crq vhb av vbn dt vvb, c-acp pns32 d vbr dt vvg pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
141 Yet still I say, 'tis most unsafe for us to hug our selves with Confidences, if we be not better Husbands of our Time than the Jews were; Yet still I say, it's most unsafe for us to hug our selves with Confidences, if we be not better Husbands of our Time than the jews were; av av pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz av-ds j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, cs pns12 vbb xx jc n2 pp-f po12 n1 cs dt np2 vbdr; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
142 and if we do not study to doe the things which belong unto our peace, while it is yet called to day. This I look upon to be the great end of our late Deliverance, to try whether one Gracious Visitation more will work any good upon us. and if we do not study to do the things which belong unto our peace, while it is yet called to day. This I look upon to be the great end of our late Deliverance, to try whither one Gracious Visitation more will work any good upon us. cc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vdi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, cs pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp n1. d pns11 vvb p-acp pc-acp vbi dt j vvb pp-f po12 j n1, pc-acp vvi cs crd j n1 av-dc vmb vvi d j p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
143 Though it be probable, that as God suffered not long since a dreadful Rebellion to go on, that thereby he might punish the whole Nation; so he may have suffered This Horrid Conspiracy to go on, that thereby he might punish the Traytours themselves: yet we must not interpret the Providence of God this way onely; Though it be probable, that as God suffered not long since a dreadful Rebellion to go on, that thereby he might Punish the Whole nation; so he may have suffered This Horrid conspiracy to go on, that thereby he might Punish the Traitors themselves: yet we must not interpret the Providence of God this Way only; cs pn31 vbb j, cst c-acp np1 vvd xx av-j c-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cst av pns31 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1; av pns31 vmb vhi vvn d j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cst av pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 px32: av pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 d n1 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
144 but we ought to look upon the Judgment to have been sent us to Frighten us all into our wits, but we ought to look upon the Judgement to have been sent us to Frighten us all into our wits, cc-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn pno12 p-acp vvb pno12 d p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
145 and upon this day of Grace to be given us to this end, that God may make another Experiment of us, and upon this day of Grace to be given us to this end, that God may make Another Experiment of us, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, cst np1 vmb vvi j-jn n1 pp-f pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
146 whether we will yet learn Wisdom by this one Miracle of Mercy more. And truly we shall build our Hopes upon no other than a shadow, if we do not found them upon a Good Conscience; and we may •latter our selves as we please; whither we will yet Learn Wisdom by this one Miracle of Mercy more. And truly we shall built our Hope's upon no other than a shadow, if we do not found them upon a Good Conscience; and we may •latter our selves as we please; cs pns12 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp d crd n1 pp-f n1 av-dc. cc av-j pns12 vmb vvi po12 ng1 p-acp dx n-jn cs dt n1, cs pns12 vdb xx vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1; cc pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 c-acp pns12 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
147 but if we do not heartily set about the main business, and doe the things which belong unto our peace, all the mercies of God to us will be utterly lost; and, instead of being the Better, we shall be the Worse for them; but if we do not heartily Set about the main business, and do the things which belong unto our peace, all the Mercies of God to us will be utterly lost; and, instead of being the Better, we shall be the Worse for them; cc-acp cs pns12 vdb xx av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vdb dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vmb vbi av-j vvn; cc, av pp-f vbg dt jc, pns12 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
148 and both the Deliverance of this day, and all other our deliverances since, will turn to a sad Reckoning, and both the Deliverance of this day, and all other our Deliverances since, will turn to a sad Reckoning, cc d dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc d j-jn po12 n2 a-acp, vmb vvi p-acp dt j j-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
149 and greatly aggravate our Guilt and Misery in the day of the Lord. and greatly aggravate our Gilded and Misery in the day of the Lord. cc av-j vvi po12 j-vvn cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
150 I have now done with the Explication and Application of those Two Points which are easily gathered out of our Saviour's words in my Text. But since I am called to this Office, I would not be so Rude with this Venerable Auditory, I have now done with the Explication and Application of those Two Points which Are Easily gathered out of our Saviour's words in my Text. But since I am called to this Office, I would not be so Rude with this Venerable Auditory, pns11 vhb av vdn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2 r-crq vbr av-j vvn av pp-f po12 ng1 n2 p-acp po11 np1 cc-acp c-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmd xx vbi av j p-acp d j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
151 as to omit any thing which may be thought to be either Proper for Me to add, as to omit any thing which may be Thought to be either Proper for Me to add, c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
152 or Profitable for this great Assembly to hear. or Profitable for this great Assembly to hear. cc j p-acp d j n1 p-acp vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
153 And because the Subject I am upon is altogether of a Practical nature, I humbly conceive it to be both a fitting and an useful course for us all, to consider a little, what those things are which at this time of day do very nearly belong unto our peace, And Because the Subject I am upon is altogether of a Practical nature, I humbly conceive it to be both a fitting and an useful course for us all, to Consider a little, what those things Are which At this time of day do very nearly belong unto our peace, cc p-acp dt j-jn pns11 vbm p-acp vbz av pp-f dt j n1, pns11 av-j vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi d dt j-vvg cc dt j n1 p-acp pno12 d, pc-acp vvi dt j, r-crq d n2 vbr r-crq p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vdb av av-j vvi p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
154 and which are apt to Direct and Govern our Practice rightly, in a matter of such Moment and Importance. and which Are apt to Direct and Govern our Practice rightly, in a matter of such Moment and Importance. cc q-crq vbr j p-acp j cc vvb po12 n1 av-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
155 For my hopes are, that the Generality of us ▪ being now very sensible both of our manifold Dangers and Deliverances, are so well dispos'd to Hearken to those things which really tend to the Peace and Happiness of our whole Nation, that 'twill be needful for me but to Propound, and make mention of them onely. I must therefore beg a little more of your Christian Patience, For my hope's Are, that the Generality of us ▪ being now very sensible both of our manifold Dangers and Deliverances, Are so well disposed to Harken to those things which really tend to the Peace and Happiness of our Whole nation, that it'll be needful for me but to Propound, and make mention of them only. I must Therefore beg a little more of your Christian Patience, p-acp po11 n2 vbr, cst dt n1 pp-f pno12 ▪ vbg av av j av-d pp-f po12 j n2 cc n2, vbr av av vvn p-acp vvb p-acp d n2 r-crq av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, cst pn31|vmb vbi j p-acp pno11 cc-acp p-acp vvi, cc vvi n1 pp-f pno32 av-j. pns11 vmb av vvi dt j n1 pp-f po22 njp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
156 while I offer a few things, which if we will but duly observe, the Peace we desire will follow of Course, while I offer a few things, which if we will but duly observe, the Peace we desire will follow of Course, cs pns11 vvb dt d n2, r-crq cs pns12 vmb cc-acp av-jn vvb, dt n1 pns12 vvb vmb vvi pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
157 and 'twill be Impossible for us to be any other than a most Prosperous and Happy Nation. and it'll be Impossible for us to be any other than a most Prosperous and Happy nation. cc pn31|vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi d n-jn cs dt ds j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
158 1. And, first, that we may begin at the Right end; 1. And, First, that we may begin At the Right end; crd np1, ord, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
159 it necessarily belongeth unto our peace, by constant Prayer, and sincere Repentance, and by the diligent performance of all offices of Religion, and all manner of Piety, to make our Peace with Heaven in the first place. it necessarily belongeth unto our peace, by constant Prayer, and sincere Repentance, and by the diligent performance of all Offices of Religion, and all manner of Piety, to make our Peace with Heaven in the First place. pn31 av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j n1, cc j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
160 For that on which the whole interest of a Nation doth solely depend, is This, to engage the God of peace on its side. For that on which the Whole Interest of a nation does solely depend, is This, to engage the God of peace on its side. p-acp cst p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz av-j vvi, vbz d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
161 Now, as on the one hand, Irreligion and hardness of heart serves to make God an Enemy, to sight against a Nation (as Josephus said, That the Sins of the Jews was that which brought in the Romans upon them; Now, as on the one hand, Irreligion and hardness of heart serves to make God an Enemy, to sighed against a nation (as Josephus said, That the Sins of the jews was that which brought in the Romans upon them; av, c-acp p-acp dt crd n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp np1 vvd, cst dt n2 pp-f dt np2 vbds d r-crq vvd p-acp dt np1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
162 and Titus himself profest, That he came against Jerusalem by a Divine Impulse: ) So on the other hand, Mens careful performing of their duty to God, in its several parts and branches, doth effectually serve to make him a Friend to fight for a Nation: and Titus himself professed, That he Come against Jerusalem by a Divine Impulse:) So on the other hand, Mens careful performing of their duty to God, in its several parts and branches, does effectually serve to make him a Friend to fight for a nation: cc np1 px31 vvn, cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1:) av p-acp dt j-jn n1, fw-la j n-vvg pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2, vdz av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
163 and when Mens ways please the Lord, be maketh even their enemies to be at peace with them, Prov. 16. 7. Here then we are to Begin; to make Religion the Business and Employment of our Lives. and when Men's ways please the Lord, be makes even their enemies to be At peace with them, Curae 16. 7. Here then we Are to Begin; to make Religion the Business and Employment of our Lives. cc c-crq ng2 n2 vvb dt n1, vbb vvz av po32 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd av av pns12 vbr p-acp vvb; pc-acp vvi n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 20
164 For such is the Horrid Atheism of our Age, such are the Profanations of God's Holy Name, and so common are all sorts of Immorality and Debauchery, that instead of wondring at any of our dangers, we may rather wonder that our Calamities are not Greater and More, and that God's Soul is not yet avenged on such a generation as this. For such is the Horrid Atheism of our Age, such Are the Profanations of God's Holy Name, and so Common Are all sorts of Immorality and Debauchery, that instead of wondering At any of our dangers, we may rather wonder that our Calamities Are not Greater and More, and that God's Soul is not yet avenged on such a generation as this. p-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, d vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 j vvb, cc av j vbr d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst av pp-f vvg p-acp d pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb av-c vvi cst po12 n2 vbr xx jc cc av-dc, cc cst npg1 n1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
165 2. It makes for our Peace, to be Ingenuous, Ʋpright and Sincere in our Professions of Religion. Alas! 2. It makes for our Peace, to be Ingenuous, Ʋpright and Sincere in our Professions of Religion. Alas! crd pn31 vvz p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vbi j, av-j cc j p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1. np1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 20
166 What Peace can we hope for from Them, who make a shew of Piety onely to Cheat the World, What Peace can we hope for from Them, who make a show of Piety only to Cheat the World, q-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 20
167 and to serve a Turn? from Them, who go to Churches for Sanctuary and Refuge onely (as St. Austin saith the very Pagans did when Rome was taken by the Goths under King Alaric? ) from Them, who use Religion as an Ʋmbrello, to keep their Treasons and Villanies in the Dark, and to keep themselves from the Heat of the Laws? from Them, who are always observing the Weather-gage and the Tide, and are for steering, not the Best, but the Safest course? from Them, that can Temper and Lard their Consciences so, that you may discern for one Layer of Religion, many Layers of Dishonesty? 'Tis all one to these, and to serve a Turn? from Them, who go to Churches for Sanctuary and Refuge only (as Saint Austin Says the very Pagans did when Rome was taken by the Gothis under King Alaric?) from Them, who use Religion as an Ʋmbrello, to keep their Treasons and Villainies in the Dark, and to keep themselves from the Heat of the Laws? from Them, who Are always observing the Weather gage and the Tide, and Are for steering, not the Best, but the Safest course? from Them, that can Temper and Lard their Consciences so, that you may discern for one Layer of Religion, many Layers of Dishonesty? It's all one to these, cc pc-acp vvi dt vvb? p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb p-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j (c-acp n1 np1 vvz dt j n2-jn vdd c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp n1 np1?) p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j, cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n2? p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr av vvg dt n1 cc dt n1, cc vbr p-acp vvg, xx dt av-js, p-acp dt js n1? p-acp pno32, cst vmb vvi cc n1 po32 n2 av, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp crd np1 pp-f n1, d n2 pp-f n1? pn31|vbz d pi p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
168 whether there be Peace, or Consusion: Nay, we have some Reason to mistrust, that these Men are ready to Exchange (I will not say Christianity for Turcism, whither there be Peace, or Confusion: Nay, we have Some Reason to mistrust, that these Men Are ready to Exchange (I will not say Christianity for Turcism, cs pc-acp vbb n1, cc n1: uh, pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d n2 vbr j p-acp vvb (pns11 vmb xx vvi np1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
169 but) a Christian Monarch for an Insidel: but) a Christian Monarch for an Insidel: cc-acp) dt njp n1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
170 I am sure that they, who have of late been so favourable and kind to the Mahumetan Interest, go upon such Reasons as would make them wish the Turk the same good success in England (were he at Our doors) which they have already wisht him at the Gates of Vienna. It puts me in mind of what was said once by Cartwright (that old Zealous Advocate, I am sure that they, who have of late been so favourable and kind to the Mahometan Interest, go upon such Reasons as would make them wish the Turk the same good success in England (were he At Our doors) which they have already wished him At the Gates of Vienna. It puts me in mind of what was said once by Cartwright (that old Zealous Advocate, pns11 vbm j cst pns32, r-crq vhb pp-f av-j vbn av j cc j p-acp dt jp n1, vvb p-acp d ng1 c-acp vmd vvi pno32 vvi dt np1 dt d j n1 p-acp np1 (vbdr pns31 p-acp po12 n2) r-crq pns32 vhb av vvn pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. pn31 vvz pno11 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1 (cst j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
171 for a Perfidious and Turbulent Sect) who speaking of complyance with our Church-rites, affirm'd, That we ought rather to consorm our selves in Orders and Ceremonies to the Fashion of the Turks, than to the Papists. for a Perfidious and Turbulent Sect) who speaking of compliance with our Church rites, affirmed, That we ought rather to consorm our selves in Order and Ceremonies to the Fashion of the Turks, than to the Papists. p-acp dt j cc j n1) r-crq vvg pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvn, cst pns12 vmd av-c pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n2, cs p-acp dt njp2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
172 There is, it seems, such a spirit among them, which runs, ex Traduce, from the Father to the Child, that they are willing to admit of a Mahumetan Habit, rather than a Christian Ceremony; There is, it seems, such a Spirit among them, which runs, ex Traduce, from the Father to the Child, that they Are willing to admit of a Mahometan Habit, rather than a Christian Ceremony; pc-acp vbz, pn31 vvz, d dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvz, fw-la vvi, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt jp n1, av-c cs dt njp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
173 and so on, for ought we know, a Bassa rather than a Lord Mayor, a Mufti rather than a Bishop, and a True-Protestant Grand Seignior rather than a Christian Prince. and so on, for ought we know, a Bassa rather than a Lord Mayor, a Mufti rather than a Bishop, and a True-Protestant Grand Seignior rather than a Christian Prince. cc av a-acp, c-acp pi pns12 vvi, dt n1 av-c cs dt n1 n1, dt n1 av-c cs dt n1, cc dt n1 fw-fr n1 av-c cs dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 22
174 3. Next to our Religion to God, it greatly belongeth unto our Peace to be very careful of our Loyalty to God's Anointed. For our Peace being wrapt up in the welfare of the King, and in the prosperity of his Government, 'tis our Wisdoms to be True to Both; and 'tis a most Absurd, a well as a most wicked course that some have taken, who would bear us in hand, that to Traduce and Expose Majesty, is the way to make His Reign, 3. Next to our Religion to God, it greatly belongeth unto our Peace to be very careful of our Loyalty to God's Anointed. For our Peace being wrapped up in the welfare of the King, and in the Prosperity of his Government, it's our Wisdoms to be True to Both; and it's a most Absurd, a well as a most wicked course that Some have taken, who would bear us in hand, that to Traduce and Expose Majesty, is the Way to make His Reign, crd ord pc-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, pn31 av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vbi av j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp npg1 vvn. p-acp po12 n1 vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31|vbz po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp av-d; cc pn31|vbz dt av-ds j, dt av c-acp dt av-ds j n1 cst d vhb vvn, r-crq vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cst p-acp vvi cc vvb n1, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
175 and our own Lives Happy; and that the Diminution of his Prerogatives is the way to Support him; and our own Lives Happy; and that the Diminution of his Prerogatives is the Way to Support him; cc po12 d vvz j; cc d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz dt n1 p-acp vvb pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
176 and that the destruction of his Life (another Cursed bout at Lopping ) is the ready way to preserve Three Kingdoms. These are abominable Fallacies put upon the Fickle and Injudicious Populace; and Men are greatly Deceived if they do not believe, that every ones Interest is lodged in the King's, and that the way to make our selves happy, is, to make Him happy in the first place. and that the destruction of his Life (Another Cursed bout At Lopping) is the ready Way to preserve Three Kingdoms. These Are abominable Fallacies put upon the Fickle and Injudicious Populace; and Men Are greatly Deceived if they do not believe, that every ones Interest is lodged in the King's, and that the Way to make our selves happy, is, to make Him happy in the First place. cc cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (j-jn vvn n1 p-acp vvg) vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi crd n2. d vbr j n2 vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1; cc n2 vbr av-j vvn cs pns32 vdb xx vvi, cst d pig n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ng1, cc d dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j, vbz, pc-acp vvi pno31 j p-acp dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
177 To obey him Humbly, to Honour him Conscientiously, and to Love him Affectionately and Heartily, this is at once our Necessary Duty, and our Best Interest: whereas, to cast off that Reverence which he hath a just Right unto, to Mis-construe his Actions, to Deprave his Counsels, to Suspect his Integrity, to Defame his Person, to render him cheap, contemptible and odious, and much rather to Conspire against his Life (as some very Dainty, Tender-Conscience-Christians have done;) This is a Direct course to tear our Peace, and Government, and All into pieces, To obey him Humbly, to Honour him Conscientiously, and to Love him Affectionately and Heartily, this is At once our Necessary Duty, and our Best Interest: whereas, to cast off that reverence which he hath a just Right unto, to Misconstrue his Actions, to Deprave his Counsels, to Suspect his Integrity, to Defame his Person, to render him cheap, contemptible and odious, and much rather to Conspire against his Life (as Some very Dainty, Tender-Conscience-Christians have done;) This is a Direct course to tear our Peace, and Government, and All into Pieces, p-acp vvi pno31 av-j, pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j cc av-j, d vbz p-acp c-acp po12 j n1, cc po12 js n1: cs, pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz dt j j-jn p-acp, p-acp j po31 n2, p-acp vvi po31 n2, p-acp vvb po31 n1, p-acp vvb po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 j, j cc j, cc d av-c p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp d j j, j vhb vdn;) d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc n1, cc d p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
178 and to lay our Jerusalem waste without the help of a Foreign Enemy, and though the Romans sit still, and stir not a Foot or a Finger against us. and to lay our Jerusalem waste without the help of a Foreign Enemy, and though the Romans fit still, and stir not a Foot or a Finger against us. cc pc-acp vvi po12 np1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc cs dt np1 vvb av, cc vvb xx dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
179 4. Farthermore, it would be much for our Peace, were we but Candid and Kind in our Sentiments of all our Superiours in Church and State, 4. Farthermore, it would be much for our Peace, were we but Candid and Kind in our Sentiments of all our Superiors in Church and State, crd np1, pn31 vmd vbi av-d p-acp po12 n1, vbdr pns12 p-acp j cc j p-acp po12 n2 pp-f d po12 n2-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
180 and not Factiously Suspicious of them. and not Factiously Suspicious of them. cc xx av-j j pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
181 For one Devilish strategem which has been used of Late, to bring us first to Confusion, and so on to Bloud-shed and Ruine, hath been This, to Insinuate to the world, that our Governours are a Cabal of Conspiratours against our Religion, For one Devilish strategem which has been used of Late, to bring us First to Confusion, and so on to Bloodshed and Ruin, hath been This, to Insinuate to the world, that our Governors Are a Cabal of Conspirators against our Religion, p-acp crd j fw-la r-crq vhz vbn vvn pp-f av-j, pc-acp vvi pno12 ord pc-acp n1, cc av a-acp p-acp j cc n1, vhz vbn d, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cst po12 n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
182 and against our Laws, and whatsoever else is dearer unto us than the skin upon our Hearts. and against our Laws, and whatsoever Else is Dearer unto us than the skin upon our Hearts. cc p-acp po12 n2, cc r-crq av vbz jc-jn p-acp pno12 av dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 23
183 This is manifestly the design of that Cried-up Libel, the Growth of Popery. A Treasonable Pamphlet, concluded to have been written by a London-Cargillite, who in the late Hellish Conspiracy was a Common Agitatour: one whose Soul and Principles are of the same Complexion with the Jesuites; and whose Name consisteth of just so many syllables and letters, This is manifestly the Design of that Cried-up Libel, the Growth of Popery. A Treasonable Pamphlet, concluded to have been written by a London-Cargillite, who in the late Hellish conspiracy was a Common Agitatour: one whose Soul and Principles Are of the same Complexion with the Jesuits; and whose Name Consisteth of just so many syllables and letters, d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. dt j n1, vvd pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt j, r-crq p-acp dt j j n1 vbds dt j n1: crd rg-crq n1 cc n2 vbr pp-f dt d n1 p-acp dt np2; cc rg-crq vvb vvz pp-f j av d n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
184 as Regicide and Massacre. We see now for what end that, and other the like Pestilent Libels were handed about, as Regicide and Massacre. We see now for what end that, and other the like Pestilent Libels were handed about, c-acp n1 cc n1. pns12 vvb av p-acp r-crq n1 d, cc j-jn dt j j n2 vbdr vvn a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
185 namely, to doe a piece of Journey-work, first for One Ahitophel, and then for Six, that the King might be destroyed, that his Friends might be Butcher'd, namely, to do a piece of Journeywork, First for One Ahithophel, and then for Six, that the King might be destroyed, that his Friends might be Butchered, av, pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f n1, ord p-acp crd np1, cc av p-acp crd, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
186 and that the Government might be Subverted (as They hoped) upon some Colourable Pretences. Now, and that the Government might be Subverted (as They hoped) upon Some Colourable Pretences. Now, cc cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn (c-acp pns32 vvd) p-acp d j n2. av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
187 if people be thus wickedly persuaded, that our Governours are unfaithfull to our Religion and Liberties, it cannot be expected that our day of Peace should last long, but the whole Frame of things in Church and State will be in a Tottering condition, if people be thus wickedly persuaded, that our Governors Are unfaithful to our Religion and Liberties, it cannot be expected that our day of Peace should last long, but the Whole Frame of things in Church and State will be in a Tottering condition, cs n1 vbb av av-j vvn, cst po12 n2 vbr j p-acp po12 n1 cc n2, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn d po12 n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi av-j, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
188 and Fears and Jealousies (which have ever been the Beginning of our sorrows) will be so strong and epidemical, that at last we shall inherit the portion of Ishmael, whose hand was against every man, and Fears and Jealousies (which have ever been the Beginning of our sorrows) will be so strong and epidemical, that At last we shall inherit the portion of Ishmael, whose hand was against every man, cc n2 cc n2 (r-crq vhb av vbn dt vvg pp-f po12 n2) vmb vbi av j cc j, cst p-acp ord pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbds p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
189 and every man's hand against him. and every Man's hand against him. cc d ng1 n1 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
190 5. Again, it would very much conduce to our Peace, if Men were effectually taught to cease from Reproaching all such of us, 5. Again, it would very much conduce to our Peace, if Men were effectually taught to cease from Reproaching all such of us, crd av, pn31 vmd av av-d vvi p-acp po12 n1, cs n2 vbdr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg d d pp-f pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 24
191 as study to lead Quiet and Peaceable Lives in Godliness and Honesty. Herodotus tells us, that the old Egyptians were wont to call all that were not of their own Nation, Barbarians: and thence the Greeks learnt to call All that were not of their own Language, Barbarians. In like manner, 'tis Customary now with many rash and evil men among us, to call All that are not of their Faction, Papists; so that let a man be a true Friend to the interest of the Crown, and to the Government of the Church, and to the Solemnities of God's Worship, and (though he doth all this pursuant to those Obligations which are laid upon him by the Precepts of Christianity, as study to led Quiet and Peaceable Lives in Godliness and Honesty. Herodotus tells us, that the old egyptians were wont to call all that were not of their own nation, Barbarians: and thence the Greeks learned to call All that were not of their own Language, Barbarians. In like manner, it's Customary now with many rash and evil men among us, to call All that Are not of their Faction, Papists; so that let a man be a true Friend to the Interest of the Crown, and to the Government of the Church, and to the Solemnities of God's Worship, and (though he does all this pursuant to those Obligations which Are laid upon him by the Precepts of Christianity, c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn cc j vvz p-acp n1 cc n1. np1 vvz pno12, cst dt j np1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr xx pp-f po32 d n1, n2-jn: cc av dt np1 vvd pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr xx pp-f po32 d n1, n2-jn. p-acp j n1, pn31|vbz j av p-acp d j cc j-jn n2 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d cst vbr xx pp-f po32 n1, njp2; av cst vvb dt n1 vbb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc (cs pns31 vdz d d n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 25
192 and by the Laws of the Land, yet) presently, forsooth, he is Branded, and Hated, and Marked out against another day (among the Men Worthy ) for a Papist. But I remember, that when Alexander the Great was moved to have no Allies but the Greeks, and to deal with all other People as Enemies, his Answer was, that a Better way would be to distinguish between Men and Men by their Vertues, and by the Laws of the Land, yet) presently, forsooth, he is Branded, and Hated, and Marked out against Another day (among the Men Worthy) for a Papist. But I Remember, that when Alexander the Great was moved to have no Allies but the Greeks, and to deal with all other People as Enemies, his Answer was, that a Better Way would be to distinguish between Men and Men by their Virtues, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av) av-j, uh, pns31 vbz vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd av p-acp j-jn n1 (p-acp dt n2 j) p-acp dt njp. cc-acp pns11 vvb, cst c-crq np1 dt j vbds vvn pc-acp vhi dx n2 p-acp dt np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp n2, po31 n1 vbds, cst dt jc n1 vmd vbi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 25
193 or their Vices, rather than by their Character and Denomination, because he had found many Evil and Scurvy men among the Greeks themselves. or their Vices, rather than by their Character and Denomination, Because he had found many Evil and Scurvy men among the Greeks themselves. cc po32 n2, av-c cs p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d n-jn cc j n2 p-acp dt njpg2 px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 25
194 And truly it doth become Ʋs to take the same Course and Resolution now. Considering how abominably Lewd and Vicious, Dishonest and Factious many are that pretend Religion, and pretend to be the great Patriots of it too, we should do well to take measures of men, not by the Length of their Tongues, but by the Size of their Practices (which will infallibly shew what every man is) and accordingly in taking the tale of our Protestant Brethren, we should fling Villains and Base Fellows aside, and discount for them; And truly it does become Ʋs to take the same Course and Resolution now. Considering how abominably Lewd and Vicious, Dishonest and Factious many Are that pretend Religion, and pretend to be the great Patriots of it too, we should do well to take measures of men, not by the Length of their Tongues, but by the Size of their Practices (which will infallibly show what every man is) and accordingly in taking the tale of our Protestant Brothers, we should fling Villains and Base Fellows aside, and discount for them; cc av-j pn31 vdz vvi j pc-acp vvi dt d n1 cc n1 av. vvg c-crq av-j j cc j, j cc j d vbr d vvb n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n2 pp-f pn31 av, pns12 vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n2, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 (r-crq vmb av-j vvi r-crq d n1 vbz) cc av-vvg p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 n2, pns12 vmd vvi n2 cc j n2 av, cc n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
195 for if things go on at this rate, and men of the most Callous and Brawny Consciences be allowed to pass and shrowd themselves under the common Name of Protestants, we must look upon it to be no other than an Old Trick, to Ruin the Kingdom once again, and to make Eighty three as Infamous an Aera as Forty eight. for if things go on At this rate, and men of the most Callous and Brawny Consciences be allowed to pass and shroud themselves under the Common Name of Protestants, we must look upon it to be no other than an Old Trick, to Ruin the Kingdom once again, and to make Eighty three as Infamous an Era as Forty eight. c-acp cs n2 vvb a-acp p-acp d n1, cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 pc-acp vbi dx n-jn cs dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp av, cc pc-acp vvi crd crd c-acp j dt n1 p-acp crd crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
196 6. There is another thing yet which mightily belongeth to our Peace, and 'tis Proper for me to mention it to You who are the Worthy Magistrates of this Honourable City, because you are concern'd by your Place and Office to help us to it, 6. There is Another thing yet which mightily belongeth to our Peace, and it's Proper for me to mention it to You who Are the Worthy Magistrates of this Honourable city, Because you Are concerned by your Place and Office to help us to it, crd pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 av r-crq av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1, cc pn31|vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f d j n1, c-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
197 and you will be justly Blamed if you do not Endeavour to help us to it, and you will be justly Blamed if you do not Endeavour to help us to it, cc pn22 vmb vbi av-j vvn cs pn22 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
198 and it is This, that we may be at Ʋnity among our selves, as Jerusalem was in King David 's time, and it is This, that we may be At Ʋnity among our selves, as Jerusalem was in King David is time, cc pn31 vbz d, cst pns12 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp np1 vbds p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
199 when she was most Happy. Jerusalem, said he, is built as a City that is Compact together; when she was most Happy. Jerusalem, said he, is built as a city that is Compact together; c-crq pns31 vbds av-ds j. np1, vvd pns31, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
200 for thither the Tribes go up, the Tribes of the Lord, unto the Testimony of Israel, to give thanks to the Name of the Lord. for thither the Tribes go up, the Tribes of the Lord, unto the Testimony of Israel, to give thanks to the Name of the Lord. c-acp av dt n2 vvb a-acp, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
201 Psal. 122. 3, 4. And at the sixth Verse he exhorted them to pray for a continuance of Jerusalems Peace, O pray for the Peace of Jerusalem; Psalm 122. 3, 4. And At the sixth Verse he exhorted them to pray for a Continuance of Jerusalems Peace, Oh pray for the Peace of Jerusalem; np1 crd crd, crd cc p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, uh vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
202 as if all its Prosperity depended upon that admirable Order, Harmony and Ʋnity in Religion, which was then within its Walls. as if all its Prosperity depended upon that admirable Order, Harmony and Ʋnity in Religion, which was then within its Walls. c-acp cs d po31 n1 vvd p-acp d j vvb, n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbds av p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
203 For nothing doth so Naturally tend to break the Peace first of the Church, and at last of the State, as Schism and Faction and Division doth. For nothing does so Naturally tend to break the Peace First of the Church, and At last of the State, as Schism and Faction and Division does. p-acp pix vdz av av-j vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 ord pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp ord pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1 vdz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
204 It was the very thing which hastned Jerusalems ruin at last, and which was the direct Instrument of its Fate, when its day of Peace was spent: It was the very thing which hastened Jerusalems ruin At last, and which was the Direct Instrument of its Fate, when its day of Peace was spent: pn31 vbds dt j n1 r-crq vvd npg1 vvi p-acp ord, cc r-crq vbds dt vvb n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
205 So that had not Titus struck a stroke, the Jews themselves by their Domestick Feuds and Animosities would have made utter havock of each other; So that had not Titus struck a stroke, the jews themselves by their Domestic Feuds and Animosities would have made utter havoc of each other; av cst vhd xx np1 vvd dt n1, dt np2 px32 p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n2 vmd vhi vvn j n1 pp-f d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
206 and the very Romans under the Walls, though they were Enemies, yet being a People of Manly and Generous minds, could not but Pity the Monstrous Follies of those Miserable men. and the very Romans under the Walls, though they were Enemies, yet being a People of Manly and Generous minds, could not but Pity the Monstrous Follies of those Miserable men. cc dt j np1 p-acp dt n2, cs pns32 vbdr ng1, av vbg dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, vmd xx p-acp vvb dt j n2 pp-f d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
207 And O that we would know, even we, at least in this our day, this one thing, which so visibly belongeth to our Peace! You cannot but discern where the Seminaries of Sedition and Rebellion do lye, And Oh that we would know, even we, At least in this our day, this one thing, which so visibly belongeth to our Peace! You cannot but discern where the Seminaries of Sedition and Rebellion do lie, cc uh d pns12 vmd vvi, av pns12, p-acp ds p-acp d po12 n1, d crd n1, r-crq av av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1! pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vdb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
208 and who are the Labourers in them. and who Are the Labourers in them. cc q-crq vbr dt n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
209 You cannot but know, that all Schismatical Assemblies are of themselves a Breach of the Peace: And you have reason to believe, that People are drawn thither, to be taught by degrees how to be Rioters and Traytors under pretence of Religion. Is the Nation ready to be on a Flame? It is There that the Fire it Kindled. Is the King and his Government Bespattered? 'Tis There that the Dirt is gathered up. You cannot but know, that all Schismatical Assemblies Are of themselves a Breach of the Peace: And you have reason to believe, that People Are drawn thither, to be taught by Degrees how to be Rioters and Traitors under pretence of Religion. Is the nation ready to be on a Flame? It is There that the Fire it Kindled. Is the King and his Government Bespattered? It's There that the Dirt is gathered up. pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi, cst d j n2 vbr pp-f px32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1: cc pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vbr vvn av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 c-crq pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. vbz dt n1 j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1? pn31 vbz a-acp cst dt n1 pn31 vvn. vbz dt n1 cc po31 n1 j-vvn? pn31|vbz a-acp cst dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
210 Are the Laws Desied, and Disobedience Pleaded for? It is Thence that Arguments are fetcht. are the Laws Desied, and Disobedience Pleaded for? It is Thence that Arguments Are fetched. vbr dt n2 vvd, cc n1 vvd p-acp? pn31 vbz av d n2 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
211 Is the Populace tainted with any Evil Principle? It is Thence that the Sowr Leaven comes. Is the Populace tainted with any Evil Principle? It is Thence that the Sour Leaven comes. vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp d j-jn n1? pn31 vbz av cst dt j n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
212 Are any Seditious men to be Nominated for a Publick Office, or any Friendly Jobb to be done for the Good Did Cause? 'Tis There that Measures are taken, and Instructions given; are any Seditious men to be Nominated for a Public Office, or any Friendly Job to be done for the Good Did Cause? It's There that Measures Are taken, and Instructions given; vbr d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc d j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt j vdd n1? pn31|vbz a-acp cst vvz vbr vvn, cc n2 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
213 and now the Separation is grounded, not upon point of Conscience to teach men to be Pious and Honest, but upon point of Policy, to uphold and encourage a Party against the Government, and the Laws. 'Tis plain, that as the Jesuite and Presbyterian came into the World much about the same time, so they have been Kind to each other like Brethren ever since, and now the Separation is grounded, not upon point of Conscience to teach men to be Pious and Honest, but upon point of Policy, to uphold and encourage a Party against the Government, and the Laws. It's plain, that as the Jesuit and Presbyterian Come into the World much about the same time, so they have been Kind to each other like Brothers ever since, cc av dt n1 vbz vvn, xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2. pn31|vbz j, cst p-acp dt np1 cc j vvd p-acp dt n1 av-d p-acp dt d n1, av pns32 vhb vbn j p-acp d j-jn j n2 av a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
214 and both are Sworn Enemies to this Monarchy and Church. You have seen enough of their Pranks already, and you must not expect to see more, unless you will stand still and look on, till you see your selves and the whole Kingdom Ʋndone. and both Are Sworn Enemies to this Monarchy and Church. You have seen enough of their Pranks already, and you must not expect to see more, unless you will stand still and look on, till you see your selves and the Whole Kingdom Ʋndone. cc d vbr vvn n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1. pn22 vhb vvn d pp-f po32 n2 av, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc, cs pn22 vmb vvi av cc vvi a-acp, c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2 cc dt j-jn n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
215 7. To prevent which, it is necessary for you also, by all possible means to hinder the Spreading of those Leud and Antimonarchical Doctrines, which for these Five years past have made the whole Nation to Shake: As, That the King hath not his Authority immediately from God, (which yet was the Apostles Doctrine) but that the People are the Fountain of all Authority; 7. To prevent which, it is necessary for you also, by all possible means to hinder the Spreading of those Lewd and Antimonarchical Doctrines, which for these Five Years passed have made the Whole nation to Shake: As, That the King hath not his authority immediately from God, (which yet was the Apostles Doctrine) but that the People Are the Fountain of all authority; crd p-acp vvb r-crq, pn31 vbz j p-acp pn22 av, p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f d j cc j n2, r-crq p-acp d crd n2 vvn vhb vvn dt j-jn n1 p-acp vvb: a-acp, cst dt n1 vhz xx po31 n1 av-j p-acp np1, (r-crq av vbds dt n2 n1) cc-acp cst dt n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
216 that He is Their Trustee, and that they have Reserved to themselves so much of their Power, that they can call a Prince to an Account, and dispose of his Crown. These are Principles, which (to give them that Honour which is due for their Extraction and Kindred ) were first Begotten by the Jesuit (the Father of Ravilliacs ) then Nursed up by Buchanan (the Father of Rebels ) and at last Adopted by the Leviathan (the Father of Atheists. ) And it is impossible there should be any Firm Peace or Lasting Safety, either for Prince or Subject in any Kingdom where these Doctrines prevail, which have been all along Designed and Maintained to Ruin Kings, and all Hereditary Monarchies. that He is Their Trustee, and that they have Reserved to themselves so much of their Power, that they can call a Prince to an Account, and dispose of his Crown. These Are Principles, which (to give them that Honour which is due for their Extraction and Kindred) were First Begotten by the Jesuit (the Father of Ravilliacs) then Nursed up by Buchanan (the Father of Rebels) and At last Adopted by the Leviathan (the Father of Atheists.) And it is impossible there should be any Firm Peace or Lasting Safety, either for Prince or Subject in any Kingdom where these Doctrines prevail, which have been all along Designed and Maintained to Ruin Kings, and all Hereditary Monarchies. cst pns31 vbz po32 np1, cc cst pns32 vhb vvn p-acp px32 av av-d pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vvb, cc vvb pp-f po31 vvi. d vbr n2, r-crq (pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1) vbdr ord vvn p-acp dt np1 (dt n1 pp-f n2) cs vvd a-acp p-acp np1 (dt n1 pp-f n2) cc p-acp ord j-vvn p-acp dt np1 (dt n1 pp-f n2.) cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vmd vbi d j n1 cc j-vvg n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc j-jn p-acp d n1 c-crq d n2 vvi, r-crq vhb vbn d p-acp vvn cc vvd p-acp vvb n2, cc d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
217 These Principles made way for the Treason of This Day. And you may observe, that These were the Principles which Bradshaw, and the rest of That Cursed Association went upon, These Principles made Way for the Treason of This Day. And you may observe, that These were the Principles which Bradshaw, and the rest of That Cursed Association went upon, np1 np1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. cc pn22 vmb vvi, cst d vbdr dt n2 r-crq np1, cc dt n1 pp-f cst j-vvn n1 vvd p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
218 when they Arraigned and Murthered the Best Christian Prince that ever was made of Flesh and Bloud. You may read them throughout that Sad Trial, when they Arraigned and Murdered the Best Christian Prince that ever was made of Flesh and Blood. You may read them throughout that Sad Trial, c-crq pns32 vvn cc vvd dt av-js njp n1 cst av vbds vvn pp-f n1 cc n1. pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
219 and we may be sure that They who of Late have borrowed of the Jesuit the Same Principles, borrowed them for the Same Purpose; and we may be sure that They who of Late have borrowed of the Jesuit the Same Principles, borrowed them for the Same Purpose; cc pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns32 r-crq pp-f av-j vhb vvn pp-f dt np1 dt d n2, vvd pno32 p-acp dt d vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
220 and would have acted upon them such another Tragedy, had not the God of Peace by his Immediate and Special Providence rescued our Sovereign, and would have acted upon them such Another Tragedy, had not the God of Peace by his Immediate and Special Providence rescued our Sovereign, cc vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32 d j-jn n1, vhd xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1 vvd po12 n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
221 and all of us, out of the Claws of those pretending Protestants, whose Creed is at St. Omers, whose Consciences are in their Chests, whose Hearts and Souls are in the Field, and whose Honesty is No where. and all of us, out of the Claws of those pretending Protestants, whose Creed is At Saint Omers, whose Consciences Are in their Chests, whose Hearts and Souls Are in the Field, and whose Honesty is No where. cc d pp-f pno12, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d vvg n2, rg-crq np1 vbz p-acp n1 np1, rg-crq n2 vbr p-acp po32 n2, rg-crq n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc rg-crq n1 vbz dx c-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
222 Honourable and Beloved, I have humbly offered these things to your Consideration, not only because your Example is such as Influenceth the whole Nation, Honourable and beloved, I have humbly offered these things to your Consideration, not only Because your Exampl is such as Influenceth the Whole nation, j cc j-vvn, pns11 vhb av-j vvn d n2 p-acp po22 n1, xx av-j c-acp po22 n1 vbz d c-acp vvz dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
223 but also because your Loyalty is such, that you have given a Noble Example to all others, but also Because your Loyalty is such, that you have given a Noble Exampl to all Others, cc-acp av c-acp po22 n1 vbz d, cst pn22 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
224 and we doubt not, are still ready to follow after the things which make for Peace. That we now Sit every man under his own Vine, and under his own Fig-tree, is a Blessing which we owe, next to the Providence of God, and the Vigilance of the King, to the Wise and Excellent Conduct of those Loyal and Heroick Spirits in This City, who have ventured so hardly, and have waded so resolutely through so many Difficulties and Dangers, to Stop the Torrent, and we doubt not, Are still ready to follow After the things which make for Peace. That we now Fit every man under his own Vine, and under his own Fig tree, is a Blessing which we owe, next to the Providence of God, and the Vigilance of the King, to the Wise and Excellent Conduct of those Loyal and Heroic Spirits in This city, who have ventured so hardly, and have waded so resolutely through so many Difficulties and Dangers, to Stop the Torrent, cc pns12 vvb xx, vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1. cst pns12 av vvb d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp po31 d n1, vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j cc j vvb pp-f d j cc j n2 p-acp d n1, r-crq vhb vvn av av, cc vhb vvn av av-j p-acp av d n2 cc n2, p-acp vvb dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
225 when a Raging Inundation was just breaking in upon us. when a Raging Inundation was just breaking in upon us. c-crq dt j-vvg n1 vbds j vvg p-acp p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
226 This is to your Eternal Honour, and God forbid that ever you should be rob'd of any part of it, by taking any Wrong and Unhappy Measures, This is to your Eternal Honour, and God forbid that ever you should be robbed of any part of it, by taking any Wrong and Unhappy Measures, d vbz p-acp po22 j vvi, cc np1 vvb cst av pn22 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg d n-jn cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
227 and by Suffering your selves to be Supplanted or Over-born by those who Envy you the Name of the Loyal Citizens of London, the Restorers of our Peace. For the maintenance of this Great Character, no more is needful for you, and by Suffering your selves to be Supplanted or Overborne by those who Envy you the Name of the Loyal Citizens of London, the Restorers of our Peace. For the maintenance of this Great Character, no more is needful for you, cc p-acp vvg po22 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc j p-acp d r-crq vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av-dx dc vbz j p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
228 but to add still to your Fidelity Diligence, and Courage to your Wisdom. How Crafty are the Children of this World in Laying their Designs? And how Zealous are they in the Management and Prosecution of their Interest? So it commonly happens, that the Worst Cause is Best Sollicated. but to add still to your Fidis Diligence, and Courage to your Wisdom. How Crafty Are the Children of this World in Laying their Designs? And how Zealous Are they in the Management and Prosecution of their Interest? So it commonly happens, that the Worst Cause is Best Sollicated. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp po22 n1 n1, cc n1 p-acp po22 n1. c-crq j vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp vvg po32 n2? cc c-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1? av pn31 av-j vvz, cst dt js vvb vbz av-js vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
229 But as this is Folly in our Private Concernments, so in Publick Tranfactions it is a Crime, especially when the Life of a Prince, and the very Being of a Church, and the Prosperity of a whole Kingdom, are all in danger. But as this is Folly in our Private Concernments, so in Public Tranfactions it is a Crime, especially when the Life of a Prince, and the very Being of a Church, and the Prosperity of a Whole Kingdom, Are all in danger. cc-acp c-acp d vbz n1 p-acp po12 j n2, av p-acp j n2 pn31 vbz dt n1, av-j c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j vbg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbr d p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
230 This I speak the rather, because it has been generally observed, that some Honest Designs, This I speak the rather, Because it has been generally observed, that Some Honest Designs, d pns11 vvb dt av-c, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn, cst d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
231 how Prudently soever Laid, have nevertheless Miscarried, and proved Ʋnsuccesful, for want of Diligence and Care, and joynt Resolution. how Prudently soever Laid, have nevertheless Miscarried, and proved Ʋnsuccesful, for want of Diligence and Care, and joint Resolution. c-crq av-j av vvn, vhb av vvd, cc j-vvn j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc vvb, cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
232 In the Name of God let m• beseech you to carry a most Watchful Eye upon those who are Enemies to Peace, remembring what a Reproach was brought upon this Great City by a predominant Faction in the Last Age, which nothing could ever have Attoned for, In the Name of God let m• beseech you to carry a most Watchful Eye upon those who Are Enemies to Peace, remembering what a Reproach was brought upon this Great city by a predominant Faction in the Last Age, which nothing could ever have Atoned for, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb n1 vvb pn22 p-acp vvi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr n2 p-acp n1, vvg r-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pix vmd av vhi vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 32
233 but the Faithfulness and Bravery of some Generous and Right-worthy Citizens in This Age. but the Faithfulness and Bravery of Some Generous and Right-worthy Citizens in This Age. cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j cc j n2 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 32
234 Your selves have Exposed, both with Shame and Indignation, the Villanies that were acted here at Common-Halls and Common-Councils in the former times; Your selves have Exposed, both with Shame and Indignation, the Villainies that were acted Here At Common-Halls and Common-Councils in the former times; po22 n2 vhb vvn, av-d p-acp vvb cc n1, dt n2 cst vbdr vvn av p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 32
235 and I have sufficient Authority of your own to observe briefly unto you, some of those Horrid Practices which a Factious Party then used here, and I have sufficient authority of your own to observe briefly unto you, Some of those Horrid Practices which a Factious Party then used Here, cc pns11 vhb j n1 pp-f po22 d pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn22, d pp-f d j n2 r-crq dt j n1 av vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 32
236 First to Destroy one Prince, and then to Keep out another. The Late Loyal Act of Common-Council hath given us to Understand out of the City-Records, that 'twas here that a Rebellion was promoted in Forty One: That here great Treasures of Money and Plate were expended in carrying the Rebellion on in Forty Two: That here New Sums and Forces against the King were raised in Forty Three: That here Royalists were Punisht, First to Destroy one Prince, and then to Keep out Another. The Late Loyal Act of Common council hath given us to Understand out of the City-Records, that 'twas Here that a Rebellion was promoted in Forty One: That Here great Treasures of Money and Plate were expended in carrying the Rebellion on in Forty Two: That Here New Sums and Forces against the King were raised in Forty Three: That Here Royalists were Punished, ord pc-acp vvi crd n1, cc av pc-acp vvi av j-jn. dt j j n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvb av pp-f dt n2, cst pn31|vbds av cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp crd crd: cst av j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 a-acp p-acp crd crd: cst av j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp crd crd: cst av n2 vbdr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 32
237 and their Estates taken away in Forty Four: That here a Treasonable Oath and Covenant was Administred in Forty Five: That here a Thanksgiving was appointed for several Victories over the King in Forty Six: That here Resolutions were taken to stand and fall with a Rebellious House of Commons in Forty Seven: That here a Petition was Voted for Justice upon all Capital Actors in the War, from the Highest to the Lowest (and but a few Days before the King was Murder'd ) in Forty Eight: That here a Petition was drawn for Altering the Laws in Forty Nine: That here a Solemn Fast was held for the good Success of a Rebel-Army in Fifty: That here 'twas Resolved to Adventure Lives and Estates against the King of Scotland in Fifty One: That here a Publick Thanksgiving was Celebrated for the Defeat of the King and his Forces at Worcester in Fifty Two: That here Cromwel the Usurper was Carest and Treated in Fifty Three: That here Thanks were given him for his great Care of the Peace in Fifty Four: That here Monies were issued out for a Disloyal Militia in Fifty Five and Fifty Six: That here Subjection to the Ʋsurper was Acknowledged in Fifty Seven: That here his Death was Condoled, and their Estates taken away in Forty Four: That Here a Treasonable Oath and Covenant was Administered in Forty Five: That Here a Thanksgiving was appointed for several Victories over the King in Forty Six: That Here Resolutions were taken to stand and fallen with a Rebellious House of Commons in Forty Seven: That Here a Petition was Voted for justice upon all Capital Actors in the War, from the Highest to the Lowest (and but a few Days before the King was Murdered) in Forty Eight: That Here a Petition was drawn for Altering the Laws in Forty Nine: That Here a Solemn Fast was held for the good Success of a Rebel-Army in Fifty: That Here 'twas Resolved to Adventure Lives and Estates against the King of Scotland in Fifty One: That Here a Public Thanksgiving was Celebrated for the Defeat of the King and his Forces At Worcester in Fifty Two: That Here Cromwell the Usurper was Carest and Treated in Fifty Three: That Here Thanks were given him for his great Care of the Peace in Fifty Four: That Here Moneys were issued out for a Disloyal Militia in Fifty Five and Fifty Six: That Here Subjection to the Ʋsurper was Acknowledged in Fifty Seven: That Here his Death was Condoled, cc po32 n2 vvn av p-acp crd crd: cst av dt j n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp crd crd: cst av dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd crd: cst av n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp crd crd: cst av dt vvb vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-js p-acp dt js (cc p-acp dt d n2 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvd) p-acp crd crd: cst av dt vvb vbds vvn p-acp j-vvg dt n2 p-acp crd crd: cst av dt j j vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd: cst av pn31|vbds vvn p-acp n1 vvz cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd crd: cst av dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp crd crd: cst av np1 dt n1 vbds vv2 cc vvn p-acp crd crd: cst av n2 vbdr vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd crd: cst av n2 vbdr vvn av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp crd crd cc crd crd: cst av n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp crd crd: cst av po31 n1 vbds j-vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 33
238 and his Successor Congratulated in Fifty Eight: And that here the Parliament (so called) the Council of State, and the Officers of the Army were all Publickly and Splendidly entertained at the Cities Charge in Fifty Nine. Such a Chargeable and Costly Rebellion was here for Eighteen years together, that it is no wonder if your Publick Bank hath been rob'd, not of its Treasure only, and his Successor Congratulated in Fifty Eight: And that Here the Parliament (so called) the Council of State, and the Officers of the Army were all Publicly and Splendidly entertained At the Cities Charge in Fifty Nine. Such a Chargeable and Costly Rebellion was Here for Eighteen Years together, that it is no wonder if your Public Bank hath been robbed, not of its Treasure only, cc po31 n1 np1 p-acp crd crd: cc cst av dt n1 (av vvn) dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr d av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp crd crd. d dt j cc j n1 vbds av p-acp crd n2 av, cst pn31 vbz dx n1 cs po22 j n1 vhz vbn vvn, xx pp-f po31 n1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 34
239 but in a manner of the very Bags. Beloved, I am apt to deal Plainly with All men; but in a manner of the very Bags. beloved, I am apt to deal Plainly with All men; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2. vvn, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 34
240 and if I deal so with You now, it is not with any the least Design either to Ʋpbraid this Honourable Assembly, or to Reflect upon the Memory of your Loyal and True-Hearted Predecessors; but that you may see what great Reasons you have for your Best endeavours to follow the things which make for Peace, and if I deal so with You now, it is not with any the least Design either to Ʋpbraid this Honourable Assembly, or to Reflect upon the Memory of your Loyal and Truehearted Predecessors; but that you may see what great Reasons you have for your Best endeavours to follow the things which make for Peace, cc cs pns11 vvb av p-acp pn22 av, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d dt ds n1 d p-acp vvb d j n1, cc p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j cc j n2; p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi r-crq j n2 pn22 vhb p-acp po22 js n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 34
241 and to put an Early stop to the Growth of a Faction, who when they forsake their Duty, forsake all Modesty and good Manners, and by ceasing to be Governed become the most Imperious and Heady Governours, the most Insolent and Outragious Villains in the World. and to put an Early stop to the Growth of a Faction, who when they forsake their Duty, forsake all Modesty and good Manners, and by ceasing to be Governed become the most Imperious and Heady Governors, the most Insolent and Outrageous Villains in the World. cc pc-acp vvi dt av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1, vvb d n1 cc j n2, cc p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi vvn vvi dt av-ds j cc j n2, dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 34
242 Every Good man ought to be very Careful, at least in this our day, that he do not Herd or Concur with those Spirits, which but the other day (as it were) to shut out all Arbitrary Power brought it in, and to prevent Popery laid aside all True Religion, and the Fear of God. Every Good man ought to be very Careful, At least in this our day, that he do not Heard or Concur with those Spirits, which but the other day (as it were) to shut out all Arbitrary Power brought it in, and to prevent Popery laid aside all True Religion, and the fear of God. d j n1 vmd pc-acp vbi av j, p-acp ds p-acp d po12 n1, cst pns31 vdb xx n1 cc vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq p-acp dt j-jn n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pc-acp vvi av d j-jn n1 vvd pn31 p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi n1 vvd av d j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 34
243 But this Care especially belongeth unto You, the Honourable Governours of this Great Body, and your Timely Zeal for the Interest of the King, of the Church and of the whole Nation, will not only be Eff•ctual to the Establishment of such a Peace, But this Care especially belongeth unto You, the Honourable Governors of this Great Body, and your Timely Zeal for the Interest of the King, of the Church and of the Whole nation, will not only be Eff•ctual to the Establishment of such a Peace, p-acp d n1 av-j vvz p-acp pn22, dt j n2 pp-f d j n1, cc po22 av-j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt j-jn n1, vmb xx av-j vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
244 as (by the Blessing of God) will be transmitted to Posterity; as (by the Blessing of God) will be transmitted to Posterity; c-acp (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
245 but 'twill also render your Names Great and Precious, for being the Happy Instruments to Recover the Ancient Honour of this Renowned City. but it'll also render your Names Great and Precious, for being the Happy Instruments to Recover the Ancient Honour of this Renowned city. p-acp pn31|vmb av vvb po22 n2 j cc j, p-acp vbg dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
246 The Story is well known of Tylers Formidable Rebellion, who had the Confidence to say (in the Reign of King Richard the Second) that there should be no Law in England but what came out of his Mouth. The Story is well known of Tylers Formidable Rebellion, who had the Confidence to say (in the Reign of King Richard the Second) that there should be no Law in England but what Come out of his Mouth. dt n1 vbz av vvn pp-f n2 j n1, r-crq vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi (p-acp dt vvi pp-f n1 np1 dt ord) d a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp np1 p-acp r-crq vvd av pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
247 His Conspiracy was designed to destroy the King, the Nobles, the Ministers of State, and the whole Body of the Clergy, saving the Begging Friars, who had no•hing to Lose. His conspiracy was designed to destroy the King, the Nobles, the Ministers of State, and the Whole Body of the Clergy, Saving the Begging Friars, who had no•hing to Loose. po31 n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n2-j, dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg dt j-vvg n2, r-crq vhd n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
248 That Truly Honourable Person, Sir William Walworth, was the Lord Mayor of London that year; That Truly Honourable Person, Sir William Walworth, was the Lord Mayor of London that year; cst av-j j n1, n1 np1 np1, vbds dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
249 and that Excellent Man, with the help of some of his Brethren, ventur'd so Resolutely, that the Rebellion failed of Success. and that Excellent Man, with the help of Some of his Brothers, ventured so Resolutely, that the Rebellion failed of Success. cc cst j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, vvn av av-j, cst dt n1 vvd pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
250 For being himself in 〈 ◊ 〉 of danger, he Cryed out, Ye good Citizens, help your King that is to be Murther'd, and succour Me your Mayor; For being himself in 〈 ◊ 〉 of danger, he Cried out, You good Citizens, help your King that is to be Murdered, and succour Me your Mayor; p-acp vbg px31 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd av, pn22 j n2, vvb po22 n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvd, cc vvb pno11 po22 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
251 or if you will not succour Me, yet leave not your King destitute: or if you will not succour Me, yet leave not your King destitute: cc cs pn22 vmb xx vvi pno11, av vvb xx po22 n1 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 36
252 This so animated the Loyal Citizens, that in a very short space Sir William brought the Traytor's head to the King upon the point of his Sword. To Reward this great Service, the King gave Honours and Estates to the Mayor, and his faithful Brethren; This so animated the Loyal Citizens, that in a very short Molle Sir William brought the Traitor's head to the King upon the point of his Sword. To Reward this great Service, the King gave Honours and Estates to the Mayor, and his faithful Brothers; d av vvn dt j n2, cst p-acp dt j j n1 n1 np1 vvd dt n1|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vvi d j n1, dt n1 vvd ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 36
253 and to set a particular Mark of his Kindness upon the whole City, and to perpetuate the Honour of that day, and to Set a particular Mark of his Kindness upon the Whole city, and to perpetuate the Honour of that day, cc pc-acp vvi dt j vvb pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 36
254 and the Memory of such Signal Loyalty, some Historians tell us, that the King order'd the Sword to be put in the Dexter Canton of the City-Arms. and the Memory of such Signal Loyalty, Some Historians tell us, that the King ordered the Sword to be put in the Dexter Canton of the City-Arms. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 n1, d n2 vvb pno12, cst dt n1 vvn dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 36
255 Here is a Noble Pattern of Fidelity and Fortitude for every Honest Magistrate to follow in These days; Here is a Noble Pattern of Fidis and Fortitude for every Honest Magistrate to follow in These days; av vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 36
256 for who is not convinced of the Truth of a Conspiracy now? Though, God be Blessed, we have not yet the Alarm in our Streets, yet we have many Tylers that are ready to destroy our Laws, and to cut our Throats, and many Straws too (if you will forgive the Expression) that are ready to Stuff our Skins also; for who is not convinced of the Truth of a conspiracy now? Though, God be Blessed, we have not yet the Alarm in our Streets, yet we have many Tylers that Are ready to destroy our Laws, and to Cut our Throats, and many Straws too (if you will forgive the Expression) that Are ready to Stuff our Skins also; p-acp r-crq vbz xx vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av? cs, np1 vbb vvn, pns12 vhb xx av dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, av pns12 vhb d ng1 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc d ng1 av (cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1) d vbr j p-acp vvb po12 n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 36
257 but we have our Walworths too; but we have our Walworths too; cc-acp pns12 vhb po12 npg1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 36
258 and as our Comfort is, that we are now Bless'd with another Walworth, so our Wishes are, that men of such Zeal, Conduct, and as our Comfort is, that we Are now Blessed with Another Walworth, so our Wishes Are, that men of such Zeal, Conduct, cc c-acp po12 n1 vbz, cst pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp j-jn np1, av po12 n2 vbr, cst n2 pp-f d n1, vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 36
259 and True Gallantry, may bear the Sword here to the Worlds end. and True Gallantry, may bear the Sword Here to the World's end. cc j n1, vmb vvi dt n1 av p-acp dt ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 36
260 When Treasons are Hatched against a most Gracious Prince, and the Common Peace is in danger, 'tis Happy that the Sword is in the hands of Such, When Treasons Are Hatched against a most Gracious Prince, and the Common Peace is in danger, it's Happy that the Sword is in the hands of Such, c-crq ng1 vbr vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1, cc dt j n1 vbz p-acp n1, pn31|vbz j cst dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 37
261 as will not turn the point of it towards the bowels of that Authority which gives it. as will not turn the point of it towards the bowels of that authority which gives it. c-acp vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 37
262 When Religion is made the Visor of a Faction, 'tis Happy that the Magistrate is such, When Religion is made the Visor of a Faction, it's Happy that the Magistrate is such, c-crq n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz j cst dt n1 vbz d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 37
263 as will not be favourable to those who go to School to the Atheist, and Truck with the Jesuit and the Devil himself, to make Spoil of the best Constituted Government in the whole World. as will not be favourable to those who go to School to the Atheist, and Truck with the Jesuit and the devil himself, to make Spoil of the best Constituted Government in the Whole World. c-acp vmb xx vbi j p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt np1 cc dt n1 px31, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt js vvn n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 37
264 When this poor distressed Church (the Envy of Rome, and the Glory of all Christendom ) is in danger of being torn in pieces by the Lion on This hand, When this poor distressed Church (the Envy of Room, and the Glory of all Christendom) is in danger of being torn in Pieces by the lion on This hand, c-crq d j j-vvn n1 (dt vvb pp-f vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f d np1) vbz p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 37
265 and the Bear on That, it is Happy for us that the Magistrate is such as will think himself obliged for Conscience, and for Gods sake, to Rescue the Spouse of Christ from the Jaws of the One, and from the Paws of the Other. and the Bear on That, it is Happy for us that the Magistrate is such as will think himself obliged for Conscience, and for God's sake, to Rescue the Spouse of christ from the Jaws of the One, and from the Paws of the Other. cc dt vvb p-acp cst, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 d dt n1 vbz d c-acp vmb vvi px31 vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp ng1 n1, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt crd, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 37
266 And things being thus well provided, it is the part of every one of us, to Study to be Quiet, and to do his own Business, and so in well-doing to commit our selves into the hands of that good God whose Providence careth for us All. It is by means of that Good Providence that we are Assembled this day to praise his Name for our Wonderful Deliverances hitherto, And things being thus well provided, it is the part of every one of us, to Study to be Quiet, and to do his own Business, and so in welldoing to commit our selves into the hands of that good God whose Providence Careth for us All. It is by means of that Good Providence that we Are Assembled this day to praise his Name for our Wondered Deliverances hitherto, cc n2 vbg av av vvn, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pno12, p-acp vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn, cc p-acp vdb po31 d n1, cc av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f cst j np1 rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp pno12 d pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pp-f d j n1 cst pns12 vbr vvn d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 j n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
267 and if we our selves be but carefull to Mind the things which belong unto our Peace, we need not doubt but the same Providence will deliver us still, though Extremity of danger should threaten us yet once again. For commonly Gods time of stepping in between Men and Ruin is then when Dangers are come to that Hedd and Crisis, that without present help from above there is no Visible way of Escaping. and if we our selves be but careful to Mind the things which belong unto our Peace, we need not doubt but the same Providence will deliver us still, though Extremity of danger should threaten us yet once again. For commonly God's time of stepping in between Men and Ruin is then when Dangers Are come to that Head and Crisis, that without present help from above there is no Visible Way of Escaping. cc cs pns12 po12 n2 vbb p-acp j p-acp n1 dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp dt d n1 vmb vvi pno12 av, cs n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pno12 av c-acp av. c-acp av-j npg1 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp p-acp n2 cc n1 vbz av c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst p-acp j n1 p-acp a-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pp-f vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
268 Thus the Providence of God interposed on This day, when the Bloud-thirsty Papists had laid their Designs so Closely, so Opportunely, and so Luckily, (as They thought) even beyond their First Hopes, Thus the Providence of God interposed on This day, when the Bloodthirsty Papists had laid their Designs so Closely, so Opportunely, and so Luckily, (as They Thought) even beyond their First Hope's, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp d n1, c-crq dt j njp2 vhd vvn po32 n2 av av-j, av av-j, cc av av-j, (c-acp pns32 vvd) av p-acp po32 ord ng1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
269 so that within the space of a few hours the Fire was to be Laid, so that within the Molle of a few hours the Fire was to be Laid, av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2 dt n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
270 and the King, the Nobles, and the Flower of the whole Nation, were all to be blown up, Then, and in that Nick and Critical Juncture, the Good Providence of God brought to light the hidden Works of Darkness, and the King, the Nobles, and the Flower of the Whole nation, were all to be blown up, Then, and in that Neck and Critical Juncture, the Good Providence of God brought to Light the hidden Works of Darkness, cc dt n1, dt n2-j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbdr d pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, av, cc p-acp d n1 cc j n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn vvz pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
271 and in the Twinkling of an eye delivered his poor Church, that was just Dropping into a Chaos. and in the Twinkling of an eye Delivered his poor Church, that was just Dropping into a Chaos. cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vvd po31 j n1, cst vbds j vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 38
272 We our Selves have Lately seen Two such other Instances of God's Providence; We our Selves have Lately seen Two such other Instances of God's Providence; pns12 po12 n2 vhb av-j vvn crd d j-jn n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
273 Instances, to which perhaps no Late Age, no Modern History can shew us a Parallel. The Stupendious Victory in Germany over the Profest Enemy of the Holy Jesus, though Men read it as News, yet we may well look upon it as a Signal Instance of God's wonderful Providence over so many miserable Souls, which were reduced to that condition, that in all Human probability they could not have held out against the next assault. Instances, to which perhaps no Late Age, no Modern History can show us a Parallel. The Stupendious Victory in Germany over the Professed Enemy of the Holy jesus, though Men read it as News, yet we may well look upon it as a Signal Instance of God's wondered Providence over so many miserable Souls, which were reduced to that condition, that in all Human probability they could not have held out against the next assault. n2, p-acp r-crq av dx av-j n1, dx j n1 vmb vvi pno12 dt vvi. dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvd n1 pp-f dt j np1, cs n2 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, av pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp av d j n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, cst p-acp d j n1 pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn av p-acp dt ord vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
274 In those their Last straights, God himself made bare his Holy Arm, and stretch't it out against the Blasphemous Insidel, so that almost such another overthrow was seen There, In those their Last straights, God himself made bore his Holy Arm, and stretched it out against the Blasphemous Insidel, so that almost such Another overthrow was seen There, p-acp d po32 ord n2, np1 px31 vvd vvd po31 j n1, cc vvd pn31 av p-acp dt j n1, av cst av d j-jn n1 vbds vvn a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
275 as was in the Camp of the Blasphemous Sennacherih, when there fell an Hundred Fourscore and Five Thousand, as you read 2 Kings 19. To come nearer home, to a Late Miraculous Deliverance wherein we our Selves are so greatly concern'd: as was in the Camp of the Blasphemous Sennacherih, when there fell an Hundred Fourscore and Five Thousand, as you read 2 Kings 19. To come nearer home, to a Late Miraculous Deliverance wherein we our Selves Are so greatly concerned: c-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j av, c-crq pc-acp vvd dt crd crd cc crd crd, c-acp pn22 vvb crd n2 crd pc-acp vvi jc av-an, p-acp dt j j n1 c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vbr av av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
276 The Fire at Newmarket, what was it, but one of the most Seasonable mercies, that God ever Visited this Poor Nation with? Had not Flames and Smoak been imployed to Drive the Anointed of God home just at that juncture, and but a very little time before the Instruments of Death were planted against him (Lord! The Fire At Newmarket, what was it, but one of the most Seasonable Mercies, that God ever Visited this Poor nation with? Had not Flames and Smoak been employed to Drive the Anointed of God home just At that juncture, and but a very little time before the Instruments of Death were planted against him (Lord! dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds pn31, cc-acp crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2, cst np1 av vvd d j n1 p-acp? vhd xx n2 cc np1 vbn vvn p-acp vvb dt j-vvn pp-f np1 av-an av p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 (n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
277 I tremble but to think of it) the Breath of our nostrils had been snatcht away long ago, I tremble but to think of it) the Breath of our nostrils had been snatched away long ago, pns11 vvb cc-acp p-acp vvb pp-f pn31) dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vhd vbn vvn av av-j av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
278 and Three Kingdoms would have presently layn weltring in Blood and Gore. The very Finger of God was plainly seen in this; and Three Kingdoms would have presently lain weltering in Blood and Gore. The very Finger of God was plainly seen in this; cc crd n2 vmd vhi av-j vvn vvg p-acp n1 cc n1. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
279 and 'twas the immediate Providence of God that has saved us All; yet so, as by Fire. and 'twas the immediate Providence of God that has saved us All; yet so, as by Fire. cc pn31|vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1 cst vhz vvn pno12 d; av av, c-acp p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
280 This I have mentioned, not only because 'twas necessary for me to take notice of the Late miraculous Deliverance, without which, God knows, we should not have had the Happiness of meeting together now, to Commemorate the Deliverance of this Day; This I have mentioned, not only Because 'twas necessary for me to take notice of the Late miraculous Deliverance, without which, God knows, we should not have had the Happiness of meeting together now, to Commemorate the Deliverance of this Day; d pns11 vhb vvn, xx av-j c-acp pn31|vbds j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt av-j j n1, p-acp r-crq, np1 vvz, pns12 vmd xx vhi vhn dt n1 pp-f vvg av av, p-acp j dt n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 40
281 but also because the Consideration thereof is a very Proper and a very Strong Argument to Encourage us to depend still upon God's good Providence; but also Because the Consideration thereof is a very Proper and a very Strong Argument to Encourage us to depend still upon God's good Providence; cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 av vbz dt j j cc dt j j n1 p-acp vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi av p-acp npg1 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 40
282 and especially if we be mindful of the Main thing, and Labour to do the things which at this Critical time do belong unto our Peace. and especially if we be mindful of the Main thing, and Labour to do the things which At this Critical time do belong unto our Peace. cc av-j cs pns12 vbb j pp-f dt j n1, cc n1 pc-acp vdi dt n2 r-crq p-acp d j n1 vdb vvi p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 40
283 I have no more to add, but my hearty Prayers to God of Order and Peace, that as he hath preserved this Nation from the Ravenage of Popery and Faction hitherto; so he would Preserve it still, and Pardon all our Shameful and Monstrous Ingratitude: I have no more to add, but my hearty Prayers to God of Order and Peace, that as he hath preserved this nation from the Ravenage of Popery and Faction hitherto; so he would Preserve it still, and Pardon all our Shameful and Monstrous Ingratitude: pns11 vhb dx dc pc-acp vvi, cc-acp po11 j n2 p-acp np1 pp-f vvb cc n1, cst a-acp pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av; av pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av, cc vvb d po12 j cc j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
284 That he would Bless our Soveraign (that hath all along been as a Signet upon his right Hand ) with a Long, Prosperous and Peaceable Reign over us. That he would Bless our Sovereign (that hath all along been as a Signet upon his right Hand) with a Long, Prosperous and Peaceable Reign over us. cst pns31 vmd vvi po12 j-jn (cst vhz d p-acp vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1) p-acp dt av-j, j cc j vvi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
285 That he would Bless and Support our Government which is such a great Blessing to Us, that no People under Heaven are so Happy as We, That he would Bless and Support our Government which is such a great Blessing to Us, that no People under Heaven Are so Happy as We, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvb po12 n1 r-crq vbz d dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cst dx n1 p-acp n1 vbr av j c-acp pns12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
286 if we did but see and value our own Happiness. if we did but see and valve our own Happiness. cs pns12 vdd p-acp vvb cc vvb po12 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
287 That he would Bless our Churhc, which is under God, our Safeguard and Bullwark against that Foreign Enemy which we are all afraid of. That he would Bless our Church, which is under God, our Safeguard and Bulwark against that Foreign Enemy which we Are all afraid of. cst pns31 vmd vvi po12 av, r-crq vbz p-acp np1, po12 vvi cc n1 p-acp cst j n1 r-crq pns12 vbr d j pp-f. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
288 And that he would Bless us all in turning us all away from our Iniquities, and by opening our Eyes that we may see the things which belong unto our Peace, And that he would Bless us all in turning us all away from our Iniquities, and by opening our Eyes that we may see the things which belong unto our Peace, cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 d p-acp vvg pno12 d av p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp vvg po12 n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
289 before they be hid from us. before they be hid from us. c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40
290 All which mercies, God Almighty grant unto us for Christ Jesus his sake, to whom with the Father and Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Praise and Adoration. Amen. FINIS. All which Mercies, God Almighty grant unto us for christ jesus his sake, to whom with the Father and Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Praise and Adoration. Amen. FINIS. d r-crq n2, np1 j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 np1 po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc j n1, vbb d vvi, vvb cc n1. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 40

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