The law and equity of the gospel, or, The goodness of our Lord as a legislator delivered first from the pulpit in two plain sermons, and now repeated from the press with others tending to the same end ... by Thomas Pierce ...

Pierce, Thomas, 1622-1691
Publisher: Printed by S Roycroft for Robert Clavell
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1686
Approximate Era: JamesII
TCP ID: A54843 ESTC ID: R38205 STC ID: P2185
Subject Headings: Christian life; Providence and government of God;
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0 THE NECESSITY OF WEARING THE Yoke of Christ. JOHN XIII. 13. Ye call me Master and Lord, THE NECESSITY OF WEARING THE Yoke of christ. JOHN XIII. 13. You call me Master and Lord, dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 np1. crd pn22 vvb pno11 n1 cc n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 and ye say well, for so I am. and you say well, for so I am. cc pn22 vvb av, c-acp av pns11 vbm. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 § 1. THat we may see how well the Text may be made suitable to the Time, both to the Day of the Month, and to the Buis'ness of the Day, we shall do well do bear in mind, throughout the Tenor of my Discourse, that our Saviour's last Supper did consist of two parts. § 1. THat we may see how well the Text may be made suitable to the Time, both to the Day of the Monn, and to the Business of the Day, we shall do well do bear in mind, throughout the Tenor of my Discourse, that our Saviour's last Supper did consist of two parts. § crd cst pns12 vmb vvi c-crq av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vdi av vdb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst po12 ng1 ord n1 vdd vvi pp-f crd n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
3 There was a Coena, and a Post-Coenium: which we may fitly enough express, by calling them the first, and the second Course. Our Saviour rose from the first, to wash and wipe his Disciples Feet, (v. 5.) which as soon as he had done, he sat him down unto the second, (v. 12.) And then designing to institute the tremendous Sacrament of his Body, he prepared his Communicants with these words following, (v. 13.) Ye call me Master and Lord, There was a Coena, and a post-coenium: which we may fitly enough express, by calling them the First, and the second Course. Our Saviour rose from the First, to wash and wipe his Disciples Feet, (v. 5.) which as soon as he had done, he sat him down unto the second, (v. 12.) And then designing to institute the tremendous Sacrament of his Body, he prepared his Communicants with these words following, (v. 13.) You call me Master and Lord, pc-acp vbds dt fw-la, cc dt j: r-crq pns12 vmb av-j av-d vvi, p-acp vvg pno32 dt ord, cc dt ord n1. po12 n1 vvd p-acp dt ord, p-acp vvb cc vvb po31 n2 n2, (n1 crd) r-crq p-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vdn, pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ord, (n1 crd) cc av vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd po31 j-jn p-acp d n2 vvg, (n1 crd) pn22 vvb pno11 n1 cc n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
4 and ye say well, for so I am. and you say well, for so I am. cc pn22 vvb av, c-acp av pns11 vbm. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
5 The word Lord, and the word Master do so agree in the Translation, and yet in the Original do so much differ, that we must bring in the Greek to explain the English, or else we shall miss of its full Importance. The word Lord, and the word Master do so agree in the translation, and yet in the Original do so much differ, that we must bring in the Greek to explain the English, or Else we shall miss of its full Importance. dt n1 n1, cc dt n1 n1 vdb av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp dt j-jn vdb av av-d vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt jp pc-acp vvi dt jp, cc av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po31 j n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 2 Page 2
6 § 2. NONLATINALPHABET is a word which refers to Power. NONLATINALPHABET a word which relates to Knowledge. NONLATINALPHABET is from NONLATINALPHABET, which properly signifies Authority; but NONLATINALPHABET from NONLATINALPHABET, which properly signifies to Teach. Our blessed Saviour is the first in his Kingly Office, § 2. is a word which refers to Power. a word which relates to Knowledge. is from, which properly signifies authority; but from, which properly signifies to Teach. Our blessed Saviour is the First in his Kingly Office, § crd vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1. dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1. vbz p-acp, r-crq av-j vvz n1; p-acp p-acp, r-crq av-j vvz pc-acp vvi. po12 j-vvn n1 vbz dt ord p-acp po31 j n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 and the second in his Prophetical. He is [ NONLATINALPHABET ] a Lord, to protect and govern; He is [ NONLATINALPHABET ] a Master, to direct and teach us; and the second in his Prophetical. He is [ ] a Lord, to Pact and govern; He is [ ] a Master, to Direct and teach us; cc dt ord p-acp po31 j. pns31 vbz [ ] dt n1, p-acp vvb cc vvb; pns31 vbz [ ] dt n1, p-acp j cc vvb pno12; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 And Both he is NONLATINALPHABET, in such a degree of supereminence, as is not common to him with others; And Both he is, in such a degree of supereminence, as is not Common to him with Others; cc d pns31 vbz, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbz xx j p-acp pno31 p-acp n2-jn; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 3 Page 3
9 NONLATINALPHABET, THE Lord, and NONLATINALPHABET, THE Master. In as much as he is the Lord, we are to serve in his House; And in as much as he is the Master, we are to learn in his School. He is NONLATINALPHABET the Lord, to stretch his Scepter over our Hearts; And NONLATINALPHABET the Master, to light his Candle within our Heads. As a Master, he instructs us to know our Duties; , THE Lord, and, THE Master. In as much as he is the Lord, we Are to serve in his House; And in as much as he is the Master, we Are to Learn in his School. He is the Lord, to stretch his Sceptre over our Hearts; And the Master, to Light his Candle within our Heads. As a Master, he instructs us to know our Duties; , dt n1, cc, dt n1. p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1; cc p-acp p-acp d c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp po31 vvi. pns31 vbz dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2; cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2. p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb po12 n2; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 3 Page 3
10 but as a Lord, he commands us to do them also. but as a Lord, he commands us to do them also. cc-acp c-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vdb pno32 av. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 3 Page 3
11 He is proposed to us as Both, for our Observance and Imitation. That looking on him as our Lord, we may be humble; and taking after him as our Master, we may be wise. He is proposed to us as Both, for our Observance and Imitation. That looking on him as our Lord, we may be humble; and taking After him as our Master, we may be wise. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp av-d, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. cst vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmb vbi j; cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmb vbi j. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 3 Page 3
12 § 3. And this which helps us to Understand, may help us also to divide, and apply the Text. For § 3. And this which helps us to Understand, may help us also to divide, and apply the Text. For § crd cc d r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp vvb, vmb vvi pno12 av p-acp vvi, cc vvb dt np1 p-acp (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 4 Page 3
13 First of all, If he is NONLATINALPHABET, which properly signifies a Lord, whose Prerogative it is to Command and Rule us; First of all, If he is, which properly signifies a Lord, whose Prerogative it is to Command and Rule us; ord pp-f d, cs pns31 vbz, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvb cc n1 pno12; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 5 Page 3
14 then must we pay him a strict obedience, in as much as we are his Subjects, or as being his Soldiers, and Servants too. (Such as promised in our Baptism to fight manfully under his Banner. ) then must we pay him a strict Obedience, in as much as we Are his Subject's, or as being his Soldiers, and Servants too. (Such as promised in our Baptism to fight manfully under his Banner.) av vmb pns12 vvi pno31 dt j n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr po31 n2-jn, cc a-acp vbg po31 n2, cc n2 av. (d c-acp vvd p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvb av-j p-acp po31 n1.) (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 5 Page 3
15 Secondly, If he is NONLATINALPHABET, which properly signifies a Master, whose property it is to instruct and teach us; Secondly, If he is, which properly signifies a Master, whose property it is to instruct and teach us; ord, cs pns31 vbz, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvb cc vvb pno12; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 6 Page 3
16 then do we owe him obedience too, as being his Followers and Disciples, placed under his Discipline, and trained up in his School. then do we owe him Obedience too, as being his Followers and Disciples, placed under his Discipline, and trained up in his School. av vdb pns12 vvb pno31 n1 av, c-acp vbg po31 n2 cc n2, vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp po31 vvi. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 6 Page 4
17 Thirdly, It follows by way of Inference from two expressions in the Text, (towit the first, and the last, ) that he is not only to be called our Lord and Master, Thirdly, It follows by Way of Inference from two expressions in the Text, (towit the First, and the last,) that he is not only to be called our Lord and Master, ord, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1, (vvd dt ord, cc dt ord,) cst pns31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn po12 n1 cc n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 7 Page 4
18 but to be seriously received and own'd as such. For mark the manner in which he speaks. but to be seriously received and owned as such. For mark the manner in which he speaks. cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc j-vvn p-acp d. p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 7 Page 4
19 Ye call me Lord, and ye call me Master; and in that ye say well, because what ye call me, I truly am. But to say well, is one thing; You call me Lord, and you call me Master; and in that you say well, Because what you call me, I truly am. But to say well, is one thing; pn22 vvb pno11 n1, cc pn22 vvb pno11 n1; cc p-acp cst pn22 vvb av, c-acp r-crq pn22 vvb pno11, pns11 av-j pno32. cc-acp p-acp vvb av, vbz crd n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 8 Page 4
20 and to do well, another. And therefore because I truly am what ye call me, be you as truly what you pretend. If I your Lord and your Master have washed your feet, remember then to do as ye have me for an Example, and see that ye wash oneanothers feet. and to do well, Another. And Therefore Because I truly am what you call me, be you as truly what you pretend. If I your Lord and your Master have washed your feet, Remember then to do as you have me for an Exampl, and see that you wash oneanothers feet. cc p-acp vdb av, j-jn. cc av c-acp pns11 av-j pno32 r-crq pn22 vvb pno11, vbb pn22 a-acp av-j r-crq pn22 vvi. cs pns11 po22 n1 cc po22 vvb vhb vvn po22 n2, vvb av p-acp vdb c-acp pn22 vhb pno11 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb cst pn22 vvb j-jn n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 8 Page 4
21 If they have called me Belzebub, who am the Master of the House; how much more should such as You (who are but some of my Houshold ) be content to be called as bad, or worse? If they have called me Belzebub, who am the Master of the House; how much more should such as You (who Are but Some of my Household) be content to be called as bad, or Worse? cs pns32 vhb vvn pno11 np1, r-crq vbm dt vvb pp-f dt n1; c-crq av-d av-dc vmd d c-acp pn22 (r-crq vbr p-acp d pp-f po11 n1) vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j, cc av-jc? (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 8 Page 4
22 In the two first of these Particulars we have the Doctrin of the Text; In the two First of these Particulars we have the Doctrine of the Text; p-acp dt crd ord pp-f d n2-j pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 9 Page 4
23 and in the last we see the Use. Not an Use of my framing, but such as the Author of the Text was pleas'd himself to draw from it for our Instruction. and in the last we see the Use. Not an Use of my framing, but such as the Author of the Text was pleased himself to draw from it for our Instruction. cc p-acp dt ord pns12 vvb dt vvb. xx dt n1 pp-f po11 vvg, cc-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn px31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 9 Page 5
24 § 4. The Result of the Doctrin is briefly this. That we must not expect to live as Libertines under Christ, who is not only our Elder Brother, to make us partakers of his Inheritance; but our Lord and our Master, to make us obedient to his Commands. Not our Lord only to Save us, § 4. The Result of the Doctrine is briefly this. That we must not expect to live as Libertines under christ, who is not only our Elder Brother, to make us partakers of his Inheritance; but our Lord and our Master, to make us obedient to his Commands. Not our Lord only to Save us, § crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j d. cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz xx av-j po12 j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 pp-f po31 n1; p-acp po12 n1 cc po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp po31 vvz. xx po12 n1 av-j p-acp p-acp pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
25 but especially our Lord to be served by us. but especially our Lord to be served by us. cc-acp av-j po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
26 Nor our Master only to teach us by the Veracity of his Doctrin, but more especially to reform us by the convincingness of his Life. Our Lord and Master in the Text hath such a twofold Importance, Nor our Master only to teach us by the Veracity of his Doctrine, but more especially to reform us by the convincingness of his Life. Our Lord and Master in the Text hath such a twofold Importance, ccx po12 vvb av-j p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp av-dc av-j p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz d dt j n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
27 as comes to one and the same end in the Application. We may distinguish the Notions, as comes to one and the same end in the Application. We may distinguish the Notions, c-acp vvz p-acp crd cc dt d vvb p-acp dt n1. pns12 vmb vvi dt n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
28 but must not separate or divide them. but must not separate or divide them. cc-acp vmb xx vvi cc vvb pno32. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
29 They must be coupled in my Discourse, as here they are in the Subject of it. They must be coupled in my Discourse, as Here they Are in the Subject of it. pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po11 vvb, c-acp av pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-jn pp-f pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
30 For as Scholars of Christ, we ought to imitate his Example; which how can we do, For as Scholars of christ, we ought to imitate his Exampl; which how can we do, p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vmd p-acp vvb po31 n1; r-crq q-crq vmb pns12 vdi, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
31 unless as Servants of Christ, we obey his Will? When Iesus began both to do, unless as Servants of christ, we obey his Will? When Iesus began both to do, cs p-acp n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb po31 vmb? c-crq np1 vvd av-d pc-acp vdi, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
32 and to teach, he taught according to what he did. As were his Precepts, and his Doctrin, such exactly was his Life, and his Conversation. He led his Life by the Rule of the Moral Law; and to teach, he taught according to what he did. As were his Precepts, and his Doctrine, such exactly was his Life, and his Conversation. He led his Life by the Rule of the Moral Law; cc pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvn vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd. a-acp vbdr po31 n2, cc po31 n1, d av-j vbds po31 n1, cc po31 n1. pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 5
33 by his perfect obedience unto which, he was pleased to blunt the edge, and to abate the Rigour of it. by his perfect Obedience unto which, he was pleased to blunt the edge, and to abate the Rigour of it. p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp r-crq, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp j dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 6
34 So that 'tis absolutely Impossible for us to follow his Example, unless by yielding our Obedience to his Commands. We cannot embrace him as a Master, unless we receive him as a Lord too. So that it's absolutely Impossible for us to follow his Exampl, unless by yielding our obedience to his Commands. We cannot embrace him as a Master, unless we receive him as a Lord too. av cst pn31|vbz av-j j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cs p-acp vvg po12 n1 p-acp po31 vvz. pns12 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 av. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 10 Page 6
35 § 5. And with this I am desirous to fill my Readers so much the rather, because I take it to be a point, concerning which as it is dangerous, so it is easie for us to err. § 5. And with this I am desirous to fill my Readers so much the rather, Because I take it to be a point, Concerning which as it is dangerous, so it is easy for us to err. § crd cc p-acp d pns11 vbm j p-acp vvb po11 n2 av av-d dt av-c, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, vvg r-crq p-acp pn31 vbz j, av pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 11 Page 6
36 And so much the easier, because it is acceptable and pleasant to the natural Appetites of the flesh, to look on Christ as a Redeemer, but nothing else. To entertain him as a Lamb, fit to be fed upon at his Table, whereby we may be nourished to Life Eternal; But not at all as a Shepherd to guide and govern us, And so much the Easier, Because it is acceptable and pleasant to the natural Appetites of the Flesh, to look on christ as a Redeemer, but nothing Else. To entertain him as a Lamb, fit to be fed upon At his Table, whereby we may be nourished to Life Eternal; But not At all as a Shepherd to guide and govern us, cc av av-d dt jc, c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp pix av. pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 j; p-acp xx p-acp d c-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb cc vvb pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 11 Page 6
37 and by the strictness of his Discipline, to keep us from straying out of his Pastures. For let us look a little within us, and examin our own hearts by our own experience. Do we not naturally esteem it an happy Thing, to have as much of this World as we know what to do with? as much as we can sacrifice to all our Senses? to live in as great a superfluity of Sports and Pleasures, and by the strictness of his Discipline, to keep us from straying out of his Pastures. For let us look a little within us, and examine our own hearts by our own experience. Do we not naturally esteem it an happy Thing, to have as much of this World as we know what to do with? as much as we can sacrifice to all our Senses? to live in as great a superfluity of Sports and Pleasures, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg av pp-f po31 n2. c-acp vvb pno12 vvi dt j p-acp pno12, cc vvi po12 d n2 p-acp po12 d n1. vdb pns12 xx av-j vvi pn31 dt j n1, pc-acp vhi c-acp av-d pp-f d n1 c-acp pns12 vvb r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp? p-acp d c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d po12 n2? pc-acp vvi p-acp c-acp j dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 11 Page 6
38 as a Tiberius can in joy, or a Petronius think of? And (when we are deeply run in debt by our expenseful Sensualities ) to have all our Debts paid out of Another man's purse, all our recknings made even, Acquittances put into our hands, and nothing more required to be done on our parts, as a Tiberius can in joy, or a Petronius think of? And (when we Are deeply run in debt by our expenseful Sensualities) to have all our Debts paid out of another Man's purse, all our reckonings made even, Acquittances put into our hands, and nothing more required to be done on our parts, c-acp dt npg1 vmb p-acp n1, cc dt np1 vvi pp-f? cc (c-crq pns12 vbr av-jn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n2) pc-acp vhi d po12 n2 vvn av pp-f j-jn ng1 n1, d po12 n2-vvg vvd av, n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc pix av-dc vvn pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp po12 n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 11 Page 7
39 than to believe we owe nothing, and that if by continuing in our Exorbitant expences we plunge our selves in new Debts, they shall all be discharged out of the very same Treasure? Nay, is it not yet a more pleasing Error, a more delicious kind of mistake and madness, to think our Debts were all remitted before we were able to contract them? And then with a greater force of Reason, Are we not apt to look on Them (I do not say as the most rational, but) as the most comfortable Preachers, who bring us Tidings even from Heaven, that all our Duties are done already by Another man's obedience in our behalf? that all our Sins are discounted by Another man's Sufferings? all our Punishments inflicted upon Another man's Shoulders? And that 'tis safe for us to Sin, upon condition we despair not of being pardon'd, but believe without doubting that we were justified from Eternity, and that our Sins were all forgiven before they could possibly be committed? not only all the Sins that are, but all that shall be? than to believe we owe nothing, and that if by Continuing in our Exorbitant expenses we plunge our selves in new Debts, they shall all be discharged out of the very same Treasure? Nay, is it not yet a more pleasing Error, a more delicious kind of mistake and madness, to think our Debts were all remitted before we were able to contract them? And then with a greater force of Reason, are we not apt to look on Them (I do not say as the most rational, but) as the most comfortable Preachers, who bring us Tidings even from Heaven, that all our Duties Are done already by another Man's Obedience in our behalf? that all our Sins Are discounted by another Man's Sufferings? all our Punishments inflicted upon another Man's Shoulders? And that it's safe for us to since, upon condition we despair not of being pardoned, but believe without doubting that we were justified from Eternity, and that our Sins were all forgiven before they could possibly be committed? not only all the Sins that Are, but all that shall be? cs p-acp vvb pns12 vvb pix, cc cst cs p-acp vvg p-acp po12 j n2 pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb d vbi vvn av pp-f dt j d n1? uh, vbz pn31 xx av dt dc vvg n1, dt av-dc j j pp-f vvb cc n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vbdr d vvn c-acp pns12 vbdr j p-acp vvb pno32? cc av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, vbr pns12 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 (pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt av-ds j, p-acp) c-acp dt av-ds j n2, r-crq vvb pno12 n2 av p-acp n1, cst d po12 n2 vbr vdn av p-acp j-jn ng1 n1 p-acp po12 n1? cst d po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn ng1 n2? d po12 n2 vvn p-acp j-jn ng1 n2? cc cst pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb xx pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp vvi p-acp vvg cst pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc d po12 n2 vbdr d vvn c-acp pns32 vmd av-j vbi vvn? xx av-j d dt n2 cst vbr, p-acp d cst vmb vbi? (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 11 Page 7
40 § 6. I need not say who they are, by whom this Carnal Christianity is preach't and printed; Nor can we choose but confess, that to the men who have embraced this present world, as did Demas, (the men who are afraid there is a Heaven, because it infers there is a Hell too, the men who live after the flesh, and most pretend unto the Spirit, the men who pray and despise dominion, the men who praise God and defraud their Neighbour,) it is an admirably pleasant and gladsom Doctrin. And this I take to be the Reason, § 6. I need not say who they Are, by whom this Carnal Christianity is preached and printed; Nor can we choose but confess, that to the men who have embraced this present world, as did Demas, (the men who Are afraid there is a Heaven, Because it infers there is a Hell too, the men who live After the Flesh, and most pretend unto the Spirit, the men who pray and despise dominion, the men who praise God and defraud their Neighbour,) it is an admirably pleasant and gladsome Doctrine. And this I take to be the Reason, § crd pns11 vvb xx vvi r-crq pns32 vbr, p-acp ro-crq d j np1 vbz vvd cc vvn; ccx vmb pns12 vvi cc-acp vvb, cst p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhb vvn d j n1, a-acp vdd np1, (dt n2 r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbz dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz a-acp vbz dt n1 av, dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, cc ds vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n2 r-crq vvb cc vvb n1, dt n2 r-crq vvb np1 cc vvi po32 n1,) pn31 vbz dt av-j j cc j n1. cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 12 Page 8
41 why so much of the Libertine doth shew it self with bare face in the Christian world. For what the Sons of Disobedience do think most pleasant, they do passionately desire to have most true. All their Wits are set on work to find our Arguments and Reasons, whereby to evince it, why so much of the Libertine does show it self with bore face in the Christian world. For what the Sons of Disobedience do think most pleasant, they do passionately desire to have most true. All their Wits Are Set on work to find our Arguments and Reasons, whereby to evince it, q-crq av d pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi pn31 n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt njp n1. p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi av-ds j, pns32 vdb av-j vvi pc-acp vhi av-ds j. d po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2, c-crq pc-acp n1 pn31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 12 Page 8
42 and make it good. What soever they feed upon is so exceedingly fermented by this four Leven, that the wholsomest of meats is made to nourish their Disease; and none so much, as the Bread of Life. Even Sermons and Sacraments are most perverted to their destruction. And therefore the Tendency of Opinions ought to be diligently Weigh'd. and make it good. What soever they feed upon is so exceedingly fermented by this four Leven, that the Wholesomest of Meats is made to nourish their Disease; and none so much, as the Bred of Life. Even Sermons and Sacraments Are most perverted to their destruction. And Therefore the Tendency of Opinions ought to be diligently Weighed. cc vvi pn31 j. q-crq av pns32 vvb a-acp vbz av av-vvg j-vvn p-acp d crd crd, cst dt js pp-f n2 vbz vvn p-acp vvb po32 n1; cc pix av av-d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av-j n2 cc n2 vbr av-ds vvn p-acp po32 n1. cc av dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 12 Page 8
43 For when men's Opinions in Religion are gratifications to the Flesh, and when they are Servants to those Opinions, and transported with the pleasure of being Such, there is hardly any passage in all the Scriptures, which they will not prevail with to sound that way. For when men's Opinions in Religion Are gratifications to the Flesh, and when they Are Servants to those Opinions, and transported with the pleasure of being Such, there is hardly any passage in all the Scriptures, which they will not prevail with to found that Way. p-acp c-crq ng2 n2 p-acp n1 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq pns32 vbr n2 p-acp d n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg d, pc-acp vbz av d n1 p-acp d dt n2, r-crq pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp p-acp vvb cst n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
44 But seeing the Ioy and Contentment which is wont to arise from a pleasing Falshood, is but like the Ioy of Hypocrites, exceeding short, and cannot last any longer than a Natural man's life, (which, But seeing the Joy and Contentment which is wont to arise from a pleasing Falsehood, is but like the Joy of Hypocrites, exceeding short, and cannot last any longer than a Natural Man's life, (which, p-acp vvg dt vvb cc n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg n1, vbz p-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg j, cc vmbx vvi d av-jc cs dt j ng1 n1, (r-crq, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 13 Page 9
45 if it continue till he is old, is much too young to be but the childhood of Aeternity, ) we ought to look upon Them as our surest Friends, who are so curteously severe, as to awaken us out of our Reverie; not permitting us to go on in our merry Dream, for fear it prove a dead sleep by long continuance, whose danger will not be discern'd, until we awake in Another world. if it continue till he is old, is much too young to be but the childhood of Eternity,) we ought to look upon Them as our Surest Friends, who Are so courteously severe, as to awaken us out of our Revery; not permitting us to go on in our merry Dream, for Fear it prove a dead sleep by long Continuance, whose danger will not be discerned, until we awake in another world. cs pn31 vvi c-acp pns31 vbz j, vbz av-d av j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,) pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 js n2, r-crq vbr av av-j j, a-acp p-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f po12 n1; xx vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 j vvb, p-acp n1 pn31 vvi dt j n1 p-acp j n1, rg-crq n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 13 Page 9
46 § 7. They indeed do say truth, who say that Christ is our Saviour, our Sacrifice, our Elder Brother, and our Advocate, and that by him we are redeemed from the Curse of the Law; § 7. They indeed do say truth, who say that christ is our Saviour, our Sacrifice, our Elder Brother, and our Advocate, and that by him we Are redeemed from the Curse of the Law; § crd pns32 av vdb vvi n1, r-crq vvb cst np1 vbz po12 n1, po12 vvi, po12 j-jn n1, cc po12 n1, cc cst p-acp pno31 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 14 Page 9
47 (Gal. 3. 13.) But nothing hurts more than Truth it self, when 'tis not solidly and wholly, but only partially deliver'd. (Gal. 3. 13.) But nothing hurts more than Truth it self, when it's not solidly and wholly, but only partially Delivered. (np1 crd crd) p-acp pix n2 av-dc cs n1 pn31 n1, c-crq pn31|vbz xx av-j cc av-jn, p-acp j av-j vvn. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 14 Page 9
48 And they say not the whole Truth, until they add this unto all the rest, that Christ is our Master, our Lawgiver, our King, and our Iudge; and that he came not to abrogate, but to perfect the Law. And they say not the Whole Truth, until they add this unto all the rest, that christ is our Master, our Lawgiver, our King, and our Judge; and that he Come not to abrogate, but to perfect the Law. cc pns32 vvb xx dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns32 vvb d p-acp d dt n1, cst np1 vbz po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1, cc po12 n1; cc d pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp j dt n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 14 Page 10
49 To fulfil it, saith the English; To fill it up, saith the Greek; for NONLATINALPHABET is the word, Matth. 5. 17. Hence therefore I shall argue the obligation lying upon us, that we exceed the Iews as much, by our obeying the moral Law, as They did us, by their obeying the Ceremonial. And this I shall do by three such steps or Degrees, as may serve for three Rounds of a Iacob's Ladder; whose Bottom, although it touch the Earth, yet it reacheth at the Top within the Heavens. To fulfil it, Says the English; To fill it up, Says the Greek; for is the word, Matthew 5. 17. Hence Therefore I shall argue the obligation lying upon us, that we exceed the Iews as much, by our obeying the moral Law, as They did us, by their obeying the Ceremonial. And this I shall do by three such steps or Degrees, as may serve for three Rounds of a Jacob's Ladder; whose Bottom, although it touch the Earth, yet it reaches At the Top within the Heavens. p-acp vvb pn31, vvz dt np1; p-acp vvb pn31 a-acp, vvz dt jp; p-acp vbz dt n1, np1 crd crd av av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vvb dt np2 a-acp av-d, p-acp po12 vvg dt j n1, p-acp pns32 vdd pno12, p-acp po32 vvg dt j. cc d pns11 vmb vdi p-acp crd d n2 cc n2, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 pp-f dt npg1 n1; rg-crq n1, cs pn31 vvb dt n1, av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 14 Page 10
50 § 8. First, If Christ were nothing more than our Lord and Master, we must be concluded to be his Servants; because they are Relative and Correlative, which do mutually infer the one the other. And were we nothing more to him than hired Servants, we could not sure but be obliged to do his work: which is not only to believe he is true, and righteous, and will pay us the wages which he hath promis'd; But (over and above) it is to come when he calls, to go when he sends, and to do what he bids us, without exception, or delay. For was it ever yet the work of an hired Servant, to believe that his Master is an honest meek man, who first will suffer himself with patience to be abused by his Servant, and then besides his forgiveness, will give him also a great Reward? No. 'Tis the keeping of his Commandments which is the Doing of his work; And that is strictly recommended by Christ himself, § 8. First, If christ were nothing more than our Lord and Master, we must be concluded to be his Servants; Because they Are Relative and Correlative, which do mutually infer the one the other. And were we nothing more to him than hired Servants, we could not sure but be obliged to do his work: which is not only to believe he is true, and righteous, and will pay us the wages which he hath promised; But (over and above) it is to come when he calls, to go when he sends, and to do what he bids us, without exception, or Delay. For was it ever yet the work of an hired Servant, to believe that his Master is an honest meek man, who First will suffer himself with patience to be abused by his Servant, and then beside his forgiveness, will give him also a great Reward? No. It's the keeping of his commandments which is the Doing of his work; And that is strictly recommended by christ himself, § crd ord, cs np1 vbdr pix av-dc cs po12 n1 cc n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi po31 n2; c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j, r-crq vdb av-j vvi dt crd dt j-jn. cc vbdr pns12 pix av-dc p-acp pno31 cs vvn n2, pns12 vmd xx av-j cc-acp vbb vvn pc-acp vdi po31 vvi: r-crq vbz xx av-j p-acp vvb pns31 vbz j, cc j, cc vmb vvi pno12 dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; p-acp (p-acp cc a-acp) pn31 vbz p-acp vvb c-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp vvb c-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp vdb r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, p-acp n1, cc n1. p-acp vbds pn31 av av dt vvb pp-f dt vvd n1, p-acp vvb cst po31 vvb vbz dt j j n1, r-crq ord vmb vvi px31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi pno31 av dt j vvb? uh-dx pn31|vbz dt vvg pp-f po31 n2 r-crq vbz dt vdg pp-f po31 vvi; cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 px31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 11
51 as the NONLATINALPHABET or touchstone whereby to judge what we are; whether loving, or faithful, or knowing Servants. as the or touchstone whereby to judge what we Are; whither loving, or faithful, or knowing Servants. c-acp dt cc n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vbr; cs vvg, cc j, cc vvg n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 11
52 If loving Servants, we will keep his Commandments, Iohn 14. 15. If faithful Servants, we will be sure to do whatsoever he commands us, Iohn 15. 14. If knowing Servants, If loving Servants, we will keep his commandments, John 14. 15. If faithful Servants, we will be sure to do whatsoever he commands us, John 15. 14. If knowing Servants, cs vvg n2, pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2, np1 crd crd cs j n2, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd cs vvg n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 11
53 and such as know that we know him, his best beloved Servant tells us, we will keep his Commandments, 1 Iohn 2. 3. Still the keeping his Commandments is as 'twere the great Vein, carrying spirits and life throughout the Body of the Gospel, that is, Health and Salvation to them that read it. and such as know that we know him, his best Beloved Servant tells us, we will keep his commandments, 1 John 2. 3. Still the keeping his commandments is as 'twere the great Vein, carrying spirits and life throughout the Body of the Gospel, that is, Health and Salvation to them that read it. cc d c-acp vvb cst pns12 vvb pno31, po31 js j-vvn n1 vvz pno12, pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2, crd np1 crd crd j dt vvg po31 n2 vbz c-acp pn31|vbdr dt j n1, vvg n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvd pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 11
54 Let men write never so much; Let men write never so much; vvb n2 vvb av-x av av-d; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 11
55 let them Dispute never so well for the cause of Christ; or let them preach never so often; this at last will be the product and Sum of All, Fear God, and keep his Commandments. let them Dispute never so well for the cause of christ; or let them preach never so often; this At last will be the product and Sum of All, fear God, and keep his commandments. vvb pno32 vvb av av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc vvb pno32 vvi av-x av av; d p-acp ord vmb vbi dt vvb cc vvb pp-f d, vvb np1, cc vvi po31 n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 12
56 And therefore the keeping of his Commandments, which is the doing of his work, is every where set before us as the only-sufficient Proof, or Demonstration, that we do not only call him our Lord and Master, but that we practically receive him as truly such. But this is not all. And Therefore the keeping of his commandments, which is the doing of his work, is every where Set before us as the only-sufficient Proof, or Demonstration, that we do not only call him our Lord and Master, but that we practically receive him as truly such. But this is not all. cc av dt vvg pp-f po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt vdg pp-f po31 n1, vbz d c-crq vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1, cst pns12 vdb xx av-j vvb pno31 po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp cst pns12 av-j vvi pno31 c-acp av-j d. p-acp d vbz xx d. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 15 Page 12
57 § 9. For he is such a Lord and Master, as deserves more of us than bare obedience; in as much as he hath not only hired us, § 9. For he is such a Lord and Master, as deserves more of us than bore Obedience; in as much as he hath not only hired us, § crd p-acp pns31 vbz d dt n1 cc n1, c-acp vvz av-dc pp-f pno12 av j n1; p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
58 but hath bought us out-right. So said St. Paul to his Corinthians, We are not our own, but hath bought us outright. So said Saint Paul to his Corinthians, We Are not our own, cc-acp vhz vvn pno12 av-j. av vvd n1 np1 p-acp po31 np1, pns12 vbr xx po12 d, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
59 for we are bought with a Price. And therefore if he had been pleas'd, he might justly of Servants have made us Slaves. Lord! for we Are bought with a Price. And Therefore if he had been pleased, he might justly of Servants have made us Slaves. Lord! c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. cc av cs pns31 vhd vbn vvn, pns31 vmd av-j pp-f n2 vhb vvn pno12 n2. n1! (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
60 how exactly should we be dutiful to this our Master, if we would only do for him, as we would that our Servants should do for us? we look for absolute, impartial, universal obedience, from a Servant only hired from year to year. how exactly should we be dutiful to this our Master, if we would only do for him, as we would that our Servants should do for us? we look for absolute, impartial, universal Obedience, from a Servant only hired from year to year. q-crq av-j vmd pns12 vbi j p-acp d po12 n1, cs pns12 vmd av-j vdi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vmd d po12 n2 vmd vdi p-acp pno12? pns12 vvb p-acp j, j, j n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
61 And sure much more from such a Servant, as is bound in an Apprentiship for six or seven. Much more yet from such a Servant, And sure much more from such a Servant, as is bound in an Apprenticeship for six or seven. Much more yet from such a Servant, cc j d dc p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd cc crd. av-d av-dc av p-acp d dt n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
62 as we have bought out of the Gallies, and dearly paid for, and made as much our Peculium, as either our Sheep, or our Oxen, or as the Furniture of our House. But now the blessed Lord and Master speaking to us in my Text, hath bought us all from what is worse than the Turkish Gallies; even as much as a Lake of Fire and Brimstone is worse than a Sea of Salt and Water. Nor must we serve him the less (with the Antinomians, ) but rather the more for our being bought: because being bought, we cannot possibly be our own; And sure the less we are our own, the more we must needs be his that bought us; as we have bought out of the Galleys, and dearly paid for, and made as much our Peculium, as either our Sheep, or our Oxen, or as the Furniture of our House. But now the blessed Lord and Master speaking to us in my Text, hath bought us all from what is Worse than the Turkish Galleys; even as much as a Lake of Fire and Brimstone is Worse than a Sea of Salt and Water. Nor must we serve him the less (with the Antinomians,) but rather the more for our being bought: Because being bought, we cannot possibly be our own; And sure the less we Are our own, the more we must needs be his that bought us; c-acp pns12 vhb vvn av pp-f dt n2, cc av-jn vvn p-acp, cc vvd p-acp d po12 fw-la, p-acp d po12 n1, cc po12 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. p-acp av dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp po11 n1, vhz vvn pno12 d p-acp r-crq vbz jc cs dt jp n2; av p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1 vbz jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. ccx vmb pns12 vvi pno31 dt dc (p-acp dt njp2,) p-acp av-c dt av-dc p-acp po12 vbg vvn: p-acp vbg vvn, pns12 vmbx av-j vbi po12 d; cc j dt dc pns12 vbr po12 d, dt av-dc pns12 vmb av vbb po31 cst vvn pno12; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 13
63 He having bought and deliver'd us out of the hands of our Enemies, as well to the end that we might serve him, He having bought and Delivered us out of the hands of our Enemies, as well to the end that we might serve him, pns31 vhg vvn cc vvn pno12 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmd vvb pno31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 13
64 as to the end that we might be safe. He bought us for his own sake, as to the end that we might be safe. He bought us for his own sake, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmd vbi j. pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp po31 d n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 13
65 as well as ours. We indeed were deer to him, but he was deerer unto himself. The very Disgraces which he suffer'd as having a Tendency to our Good, were first and chiefly suffer'd by him as having a Tendency to his Glory. And however he intends our present Good, in order to our Future Glory; yet he intends our Glory too, so far forth as 'tis in order, and subordination unto his own. as well as ours. We indeed were deer to him, but he was Dearer unto himself. The very Disgraces which he suffered as having a Tendency to our Good, were First and chiefly suffered by him as having a Tendency to his Glory. And however he intends our present Good, in order to our Future Glory; yet he intends our Glory too, so Far forth as it's in order, and subordination unto his own. c-acp av c-acp png12. pns12 av vbdr n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vbds jc-jn p-acp px31. dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vhg dt n1 p-acp po12 j, vbdr ord cc av-jn vvn p-acp pno31 c-acp vhg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. cc c-acp pns31 vvz po12 vvb j, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1; av pns31 vvz po12 n1 av, av av-j av c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 d. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 13
66 So that if when he bought us, and made us His, he aymed sooner at his own Glory, than our Salvation, it cannot but follow from that supposal, he aymed sooner at our Salvation from the Tyranny of Sin, than from the Torments of Hell as the wages of it. So that if when he bought us, and made us His, he aimed sooner At his own Glory, than our Salvation, it cannot but follow from that supposal, he aimed sooner At our Salvation from the Tyranny of since, than from the Torments of Hell as the wages of it. av cst cs c-crq pns31 vvn pno12, cc vvd pno12 png31, pns31 j-vvn av-c p-acp po31 d n1, cs po12 n1, pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 j-vvn av-c p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 14
67 And this he did as for his own sake, so very particularly for ours. I say for ours; because the Torments of Hell could not possibly come neer us, were it not for the Tyranny and Filth of Sin. When men do sin as with a Cartrope, (to use the Phrase of the Prophet Esa, ) with the strength of the Cartrope, they draw Hell to them. And this he did as for his own sake, so very particularly for ours. I say for ours; Because the Torments of Hell could not possibly come near us, were it not for the Tyranny and Filth of Sin. When men do sin as with a Cartrope, (to use the Phrase of the Prophet Isaiah,) with the strength of the Cartrope, they draw Hell to them. cc d pns31 vdd a-acp p-acp po31 d n1, av av av-j p-acp png12. pns11 vvb p-acp png12; c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vmd xx av-j vvi av-j pno12, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq n2 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp dt np1, (pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1,) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno32. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 14
68 But especially for his own; because the Tyranny of Sin is an impudent Rebellion against his Will, and immediately tendeth to his Dishonour; whereas the Torments of Hell are great Discouragements from Sin, and executions of vengeance on them that do it. But especially for his own; Because the Tyranny of since is an impudent Rebellion against his Will, and immediately tendeth to his Dishonour; whereas the Torments of Hell Are great Discouragements from since, and executions of vengeance on them that do it. p-acp av-j p-acp po31 d; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp po31 vmb, cc av-j vvz p-acp po31 vvb; cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j n2 p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 d vdb pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 14
69 Hell is God's Bridewell, or House of Correction; but Sin is that Tyrant which drags us thither. Hell is God's Creature, Hell is God's Bridewell, or House of Correction; but since is that Tyrant which drags us thither. Hell is God's Creature, n1 vbz npg1 np1, cc n1 pp-f n1; p-acp n1 vbz cst n1 r-crq vvz pno12 av. n1 vbz npg1 n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 14
70 but Sin is Satan's. The Torments of Hell are extreamly useful, as well to satisfie the Iustice, as to set forth the Glory of our Creator; but since is Satan's. The Torments of Hell Are extremely useful, as well to satisfy the justice, as to Set forth the Glory of our Creator; cc-acp n1 vbz npg1. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-jn j, c-acp av p-acp vvi dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 14
71 whereas the Tyranny of Sin doth oppose itself against Both. In so much that the Reasons are great, and many, why we are bought with a Price by our Lord and Master, that we might live in obedience to Him that bought us. whereas the Tyranny of since does oppose itself against Both. In so much that the Reasons Are great, and many, why we Are bought with a Price by our Lord and Master, that we might live in Obedience to Him that bought us. cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi px31 p-acp d p-acp av av-d cst dt n2 vbr j, cc d, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvn pno12. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 15
72 Sin was the object of his Hatred, for being the subject of his Dishonour; And therefore the Scope of our Saviour's Purchase, was rather to purifie, than to forgive us, since was the Object of his Hatred, for being the Subject of his Dishonour; And Therefore the Scope of our Saviour's Purchase, was rather to purify, than to forgive us, n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vbg dt j-jn pp-f po31 vvb; cc av dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, vbds av-c p-acp vvb, cs p-acp vvb pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 15
73 although it was to forgive us too. To forgive in the second place, thô to purifie in the first. although it was to forgive us too. To forgive in the second place, though to purify in the First. cs pn31 vbds p-acp vvb pno12 av. p-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 15
74 According to the Method St. Peter us'd in his Preaching; According to the Method Saint Peter used in his Preaching; vvg p-acp dt n1 n1 np1 vvn p-acp po31 vvg; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 15
75 Repent and be converted, that your Sins may be blotted out, (Acts 3. 19.) Without Repentance and Conversion, no such Blessing as Forgiveness can ever be. repent and be converted, that your Sins may be blotted out, (Acts 3. 19.) Without Repentance and Conversion, no such Blessing as Forgiveness can ever be. vvb cc vbi vvn, cst po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn av, (n2 crd crd) p-acp n1 cc n1, dx d n1 c-acp n1 vmb av vbi. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 16 Page 15
76 § 10. But neither is This the greatest Title, our Saviour hath to his being our Lord and Master. For as he hath not only hired, but bought us out-right, so neither hath he bought us with any Corruptible things, as Silver, or Gold, or pretious Stones, but with his own most pretious Blood, 1 Pet. 1. 18, 19. Now had we been People never so lovely, or been worth never so much, he could not have bought us with more expense; He could not have paid at a Deerer Rate; even Almightiness itself could not have given more for Us. For he that bought us was the Word, the Word that was in the Beginning, the Word that was with God, the Word that was God, the Word by whom all things were made, (John 1. 3.) And sure the Word that was God, was Almightiness itself; Add He it was who gave himself for us, (Tit. 2. 14) And more than Himself he could not give. § 10. But neither is This the greatest Title, our Saviour hath to his being our Lord and Master. For as he hath not only hired, but bought us outright, so neither hath he bought us with any Corruptible things, as Silver, or Gold, or precious Stones, but with his own most precious Blood, 1 Pet. 1. 18, 19. Now had we been People never so lovely, or been worth never so much, he could not have bought us with more expense; He could not have paid At a Dearer Rate; even Almightiness itself could not have given more for Us. For he that bought us was the Word, the Word that was in the Beginning, the Word that was with God, the Word that was God, the Word by whom all things were made, (John 1. 3.) And sure the Word that was God, was Almightiness itself; Add He it was who gave himself for us, (Tit. 2. 14) And more than Himself he could not give. § crd p-acp d vbz d dt js n1, po12 n1 vhz p-acp po31 vbg po12 n1 cc n1. c-acp c-acp pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn, p-acp vvn pno12 av-j, av av-d vhz pns31 vvn pno12 p-acp d j n2, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j n2, p-acp p-acp po31 d av-ds j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd av vhd pns12 vbn n1 av av j, cc vbi j av-x av av-d, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn pno12 p-acp dc n1; pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp dt jc-jn vvb; av n1 px31 vmd xx vhi vvn dc p-acp np1 p-acp pns31 cst vvn pno12 vbds dt n1, dt n1 cst vbds p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cst vbds p-acp np1, dt n1 cst vbds np1, dt n1 p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbdr vvn, (np1 crd crd) cc av-j dt n1 cst vbds np1, vbds n1 px31; vvb pns31 pn31 vbds r-crq vvd px31 p-acp pno12, (np1 crd crd) cc dc cs px31 pns31 vmd xx vvi. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 17 Page 16
77 For of him, and through him, and to him are all things, Rom. 11. 36. & Heb. 2. 10. § 11. Lord! For of him, and through him, and to him Are all things, Rom. 11. 36. & Hebrew 2. 10. § 11. Lord! p-acp pp-f pno31, cc p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31 vbr d n2, np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd § crd n1! (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 17 Page 16
78 by how many Rights and Titles, may He pretend to our obedience when he commands us? All the Relations of sub and supra are made use of in Scripture for our Conviction. Not only here in This Text, is he said to be our Lord, and we his Servants; He our Master, and we his Scholars; But he is every thing to us (in other passages of Scripture) which may oblige us to the Love, and the Service of him. by how many Rights and Titles, may He pretend to our Obedience when he commands us? All the Relations of sub and supra Are made use of in Scripture for our Conviction. Not only Here in This Text, is he said to be our Lord, and we his Servants; He our Master, and we his Scholars; But he is every thing to us (in other passages of Scripture) which may oblige us to the Love, and the Service of him. p-acp c-crq d n2-jn cc n2, vmb pns31 vvi p-acp po12 n1 c-crq pns31 n2 pno12? av-d dt n2 pp-f fw-la cc fw-la vbr vvn n1 pp-f p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1. xx av-j av p-acp d n1, vbz pns31 vvn pc-acp vbi po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n2; pns31 po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n2; p-acp pns31 vbz d n1 p-acp pno12 (p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1) r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f pno31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 18 Page 16
79 He (for Example) is our Head, and we his Members. He our Bridegroom, and we his Spouse. He is our Shepherd, and we the Sheep of his Pasture. He our Everlasting Father, and we his Children. He our King, and we his Subjects. He is our God, and we his People. He our Potter, and we his Clay. He our Creator, and we the work of his hands. And as if all this together were hardly enough to indear him to us, He is also our Redeemer, and we the Price of his Blood. Now to what purpose, or for what reason, should our Saviour be said to be All this to us throughout the Scriptures, He (for Exampl) is our Head, and we his Members. He our Bridegroom, and we his Spouse. He is our Shepherd, and we the Sheep of his Pasture. He our Everlasting Father, and we his Children. He our King, and we his Subject's. He is our God, and we his People. He our Potter, and we his Clay. He our Creator, and we the work of his hands. And as if all this together were hardly enough to endear him to us, He is also our Redeemer, and we the Price of his Blood. Now to what purpose, or for what reason, should our Saviour be said to be All this to us throughout the Scriptures, pns31 (p-acp n1) vbz po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n2. pns31 po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n1. pns31 vbz po12 n1, cc pns12 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pns31 po12 j n1, cc pns12 po31 n2. pns31 po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n2-jn. pns31 vbz po12 np1, cc pns12 po31 n1. pns31 po12 n1, cc pns12 po31 n1. pns31 po12 n1, cc pns12 dt vvb pp-f po31 n2. cc c-acp cs d d av vbdr av av-d p-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pno12, pns31 vbz av po12 n1, cc pns12 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av p-acp r-crq vvb, cc p-acp r-crq n1, vmd po12 n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d d p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 18 Page 17
80 unless it were to afford us this general Lesson, That whatsoever can be due, in any measure, from any Inferiour to a Superiour, of any Quality or Degree, the same is due in perfection, and out of all measure, from Us to Christ. In one Capacity our Love, our Fear in another, our veneration in a third, our meek submission in a fourth, our delectation in a fift, our admiration in a sixt, our perfect dependence in a seventh, unless it were to afford us this general lesson, That whatsoever can be due, in any measure, from any Inferior to a Superior, of any Quality or Degree, the same is due in perfection, and out of all measure, from Us to christ. In one Capacity our Love, our fear in Another, our veneration in a third, our meek submission in a fourth, our delectation in a fift, our admiration in a sixt, our perfect dependence in a seventh, cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi pno12 d j n1, cst r-crq vmb vbi j-jn, p-acp d vvi, p-acp d j-jn p-acp dt j-jn, pp-f d n1 cc n1, dt d vbz j-jn p-acp n1, cc av pp-f d n1, p-acp pno32 p-acp np1. p-acp crd n1 po12 vvi, po12 vvb p-acp j-jn, po12 n1 p-acp dt ord, po12 j n1 p-acp dt ord, po12 n1 p-acp dt ord, po12 n1 p-acp dt ord, po12 j n1 p-acp dt ord, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 18 Page 17
81 and our absolute obedience in every one. 'Twould be a profitable Impertinence (if an Impertinence) to insist on this Last, from every one of our Saviour's Relations to us. and our absolute Obedience in every one. 'twould be a profitable Impertinence (if an Impertinence) to insist on this Last, from every one of our Saviour's Relations to us. cc po12 j n1 p-acp d pi. pn31|vmd vbi dt j n1 (cs dt n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp d ord, p-acp d crd pp-f po12 ng1 n2 p-acp pno12. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 18 Page 17
82 But not to run out beyond the time which is allow'd for this Service, I shall press it no farther, But not to run out beyond the time which is allowed for this Service, I shall press it no farther, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-dx av-jc, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 18 Page 17
83 than the Text and the Context will give me warrant. than the Text and the Context will give me warrant. cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 18 Page 17
84 § 12. First then let us consider, that seeing our Saviour is NONLATINALPHABET, a Master to Teach, and to Instruct us; § 12. First then let us Consider, that seeing our Saviour is, a Master to Teach, and to Instruct us; § crd np1 av vvb pno12 vvi, cst vvg po12 n1 vbz, dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb pno12; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 18
85 nor only so, but also NONLATINALPHABET a Lord, to Command, and Govern us; nor only so, but also a Lord, to Command, and Govern us; ccx j av, p-acp av dt n1, p-acp vvb, cc vvb pno12; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 18
86 It is not only our Duty, to learn the knowledge of his Doctrin, as his Disciples; but withal as his Servants, we must yield obedience to his Commands. For if we follow him as a Master sent to principle, and teach us, It is not only our Duty, to Learn the knowledge of his Doctrine, as his Disciples; but withal as his Servants, we must yield Obedience to his Commands. For if we follow him as a Master sent to principle, and teach us, pn31 vbz xx av-j po12 n1, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2; p-acp av c-acp po31 n2, pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvz. c-acp cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 18
87 and nothing else; so that as Scholars of his School we hold his sentiments or tenets, and entertain his Propositions as sure and certain, but go no farther; and nothing Else; so that as Scholars of his School we hold his sentiments or tenets, and entertain his Propositions as sure and certain, but go no farther; cc pix av; av cst p-acp n2 pp-f po31 vvi pns12 vvb po31 n2 cc n2, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp j cc j, p-acp vvi av-dx av-jc; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 18
88 what then do we more by way of Reverence to Christ, than the several Sectaries of the world to the several Authors of their Opinions, whether their opinions are true, or false? shall we be followers only of Christ, as they of Geneva are of Calvin, or as they of Helvetia do follow Zuinglius, or as they of Saxony follow Luther, or as the brethren of Scotland do follow Knox? shall we be factious only for Christ, as the Franciscans are for Scotus, and the Dominicans for Aquinas? Nay shall we follow Christ no otherwise, what then do we more by Way of reverence to christ, than the several Sectaries of the world to the several Authors of their Opinions, whither their opinions Are true, or false? shall we be followers only of christ, as they of Geneva Are of calvin, or as they of Helvetia do follow Zwingli, or as they of Saxony follow Luther, or as the brothers of Scotland do follow Knox? shall we be factious only for christ, as the Franciscans Are for Scotus, and the Dominicans for Aquinas? Nay shall we follow christ no otherwise, q-crq av vdb pns12 av-dc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cs dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, cs po32 n2 vbr j, cc j? vmb pns12 vbi n2 av-j pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 pp-f np1 vbr pp-f np1, cc c-acp pns32 pp-f np1 vdb vvi np1, cc c-acp pns32 pp-f np1 vvb np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb vvi np1? vmb pns12 vbi j av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt np1 vbr p-acp np1, cc dt np1 p-acp np1? uh vmb pns12 vvi np1 uh-x av, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 18
89 than as the Stoicks did Zeno, or the Academicks, Plato? or as Iulian did Iamblicus, and the old Magi, Zoroastres? shall we think we are Christians good enough to serve turn, than as the Stoics did Zeno, or the Academics, Plato? or as Iulian did Iamblicus, and the old Magi, Zoroaster? shall we think we Are Christians good enough to serve turn, cs p-acp dt njp2 vdd np1, cc dt n2-jn, np1? cc p-acp np1 vdd np1, cc dt j n2, np1? vmb pns12 vvi pns12 vbr np1 av-j av-d pc-acp vvi n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 19
90 for having been baptiz'd in the name of Christ, and for historically believing his holy Gospel? the very Scholars of Pythagoras were most exactly of his Creed, and great Admirers of his Philosophy, and perfectly led by his NONLATINALPHABET. for having been baptized in the name of christ, and for historically believing his holy Gospel? the very Scholars of Pythagoras were most exactly of his Creed, and great Admirers of his Philosophy, and perfectly led by his. c-acp vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp av-j vvg po31 j n1? dt j n2 pp-f npg1 vbdr av-ds av-j pp-f po31 np1, cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp po31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 19
91 His Mouth was their Oracle; his words their Text; what he said, they were sworn to, because He said it. His Mouth was their Oracle; his words their Text; what he said, they were sworn to, Because He said it. po31 n1 vbds po32 n1; po31 n2 po32 n1; r-crq pns31 vvn, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, c-acp pns31 vvd pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 19
92 And shall we who are Christians give no more Reverence unto Christ, than the old Pythagoreans were wont to give unto Pythagoras? or than the Turks at this day do give to Mahomed? shall we live as if we believ'd, that Christianity is but a Sect, if not a Faction? And that nothing is to be done, And shall we who Are Christians give no more reverence unto christ, than the old pythagoreans were wont to give unto Pythagoras? or than the Turks At this day do give to Mahomed? shall we live as if we believed, that Christianity is but a Sect, if not a Faction? And that nothing is to be done, cc vmb pns12 r-crq vbr np1 vvb av-dx dc n1 p-acp np1, cs dt j njp2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? cc cs dt n2 p-acp d n1 vdb vvi p-acp np1? vmb pns12 vvb c-acp cs pns12 vvn, cst np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs xx dt n1? cc d pix vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 19
93 but to be orthodox Professors, embracing the NONLATINALPHABET (as the Heathen call'd it,) that is, the Doctrin, or Tenet, or Faith of Christ? whilst at the very same time we do abjure him by our neglects, revile him by our Oaths, spit upon him by our uncleanness, buffet him by our Blasphemies, strip him by our Sacriledge, and even Murder him by our Rage? methinks the Blindness of the Heathen may be of some vertue to clear our Eyes. For the Disciples of Pythagoras did not only give assent to their Master's Dictates, but also did imitate his Example, and were obedient to his Commands. Just as Alexander's Soldiers did so ambitiously affect to be like their General; that they were loath to speak plainly, because He stutter'd. Or as the Scholars of Plato were so exceedingly concern'd to have a similitude with their Master, that they espoused his Deformities, and prided themselves in his Imperfections. They would have Cushions under their Dublets, because he was Gibbous, or too thick Back't. So devoted they were to their Master Plato, that because he was not strait, they would reckon none hansom who were not Crooked. § 13. Lord! but to be orthodox Professors, embracing the (as the Heathen called it,) that is, the Doctrine, or Tenet, or Faith of christ? while At the very same time we do abjure him by our neglects, revile him by our Oaths, spit upon him by our uncleanness, buffet him by our Blasphemies, strip him by our Sacrilege, and even Murder him by our Rage? methinks the Blindness of the Heathen may be of Some virtue to clear our Eyes. For the Disciples of Pythagoras did not only give assent to their Masters Dictates, but also did imitate his Exampl, and were obedient to his Commands. Just as Alexander's Soldiers did so ambitiously affect to be like their General; that they were loath to speak plainly, Because He stuttered. Or as the Scholars of Plato were so exceedingly concerned to have a similitude with their Master, that they espoused his Deformities, and prided themselves in his Imperfections. They would have Cushions under their Doublets, Because he was Gibbous, or too thick Backed. So devoted they were to their Master Plato, that Because he was not strait, they would reckon none handsome who were not Crooked. § 13. Lord! cc-acp pc-acp vbi n1 n2, vvg dt (c-acp dt j-jn vvn pn31,) cst vbz, dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1? cs p-acp dt j d n1 pns12 vdb vvb pno31 p-acp po12 vvz, vvb pno31 p-acp po12 n2, vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n1, vvi pno31 p-acp po12 n2, vvb pno31 p-acp po12 n1, cc j vvb pno31 p-acp po12 vvi? vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vmb vbi pp-f d n1 p-acp j po12 n2. p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 vdd xx av-j vvi vvi p-acp po32 ng1 vvz, p-acp av vdd vvi po31 n1, cc vbdr j p-acp po31 vvz. j p-acp npg1 n2 vdd av av-j vvi pc-acp vbi av-j po32 j; cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi av-j, c-acp pns31 vvn. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av av-vvg vvn p-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vvn po31 n2, cc vvn px32 p-acp po31 n2. pns32 vmd vhi n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vbds np1, cc av av-j vvn. av j-vvn pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 vvb np1, d c-acp pns31 vbds xx av-j, pns32 vmd vvi pix j r-crq vbdr xx j. § crd n1! (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 19 Page 20
94 what a shame it is for Christians, to be less conformable to a Master, who is infinitely fairer than the Children of men, most accomplished and perfect in every kind? And yet we know without Obedience we cannot possibly be conformable, either to his Precepts, or his Example. For notwithstanding he was a Son, what a shame it is for Christians, to be less conformable to a Master, who is infinitely Fairer than the Children of men, most accomplished and perfect in every kind? And yet we know without obedience we cannot possibly be conformable, either to his Precepts, or his Exampl. For notwithstanding he was a Son, q-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j jc cs dt n2 pp-f n2, av-ds vvd cc j p-acp d n1? cc av pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pns12 vmbx av-j vbi j, d p-acp po31 n2, cc po31 n1. p-acp c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 20
95 yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffer'd, ( Heb. 5. 8.) And being made perfect through suffrings, he thereupon became the Author of Eternal Salvation, (not to them that believe him only, yet learned he Obedience by the things which he suffered, (Hebrew 5. 8.) And being made perfect through sufferings, he thereupon became the Author of Eternal Salvation, (not to them that believe him only, av vvd pns31 n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd, (np1 crd crd) cc vbg vvn j p-acp n2, pns31 av vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1, (xx p-acp pno32 d vvb pno31 av-j, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
96 but) to them that obey him also, ( v. 9.) not to any Believing Rebels, not to Treacherous Believers, of which the world is too full; but) to them that obey him also, (v. 9.) not to any Believing Rebels, not to Treacherous Believers, of which the world is too full; cc-acp) p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31 av, (n1 crd) xx p-acp d vvg n2, xx p-acp j n2, pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbz av j; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
97 but to them who have Faithfulness, as well as Faith; who so believe, as to serve him, but to them who have Faithfulness, as well as Faith; who so believe, as to serve him, cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vhb n1, c-acp av c-acp n1; r-crq av vvb, a-acp p-acp vvb pno31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
98 and do his Will. He is not the Author of Salvation to them that know it, and do his Will. He is not the Author of Salvation to them that know it, cc vdb po31 vmb. pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 d vvb pn31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
99 but do it not; or to them who do promise, but not perform it. (For almost All do know his Will, but do it not; or to them who doe promise, but not perform it. (For almost All do know his Will, cc-acp vdb pn31 xx; cc p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 vvi, p-acp xx vvi pn31. (c-acp av d vdb vvb po31 n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
100 and all do promise to perform it, not only in their Baptism, but over and above on their Bed of Sickness. ) No to Them, and Them only, is he the Author of Salvation, who live according to what they know; and justifie their Promise, by their Performance. Our Saviour intimates by a parable ( Matth. 21. 28, 29, 30, 31.) that the obedient Churl is much better, and all do promise to perform it, not only in their Baptism, but over and above on their Bed of Sickness.) No to Them, and Them only, is he the Author of Salvation, who live according to what they know; and justify their Promise, by their Performance. Our Saviour intimates by a parable (Matthew 21. 28, 29, 30, 31.) that the obedient Churl is much better, cc d vdb vvb p-acp vvb pn31, xx av-j p-acp po32 n1, p-acp a-acp cc a-acp p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1.) uh-dx p-acp pno32, cc pno32 av-j, vbz pns31 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb; cc vvi po32 vvb, p-acp po32 n1. po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd) cst dt j n1 vbz av-d jc, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
101 than the mealymouth'd Rebel. It is a vain thing to say, we are Sons of God, and Servants of Christ, unless we practically Shew, as well as Say it. than the mealymouthed Rebel. It is a vain thing to say, we Are Sons of God, and Servants of christ, unless we practically Show, as well as Say it. cs dt j n1. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f np1, cs pns12 av-j vvi, c-acp av c-acp vvb pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 21
102 A Son honoureth his Father, and a Servant his Master (said God heretofore by the Prophet Malachi; ) If I then be a Father, where is mine honour? if I be a Master, where is my Fear? Now what was thus said to others, by God the Father under the Law, is as effectually said to us, by God the Son under the Gospel. Why call ye me Lord Lord, A Son Honoureth his Father, and a Servant his Master (said God heretofore by the Prophet Malachi;) If I then be a Father, where is mine honour? if I be a Master, where is my fear? Now what was thus said to Others, by God the Father under the Law, is as effectually said to us, by God the Son under the Gospel. Why call you me Lord Lord, dt n1 vvz po31 n1, cc dt n1 po31 n1 (vvd np1 av p-acp dt n1 np1;) cs pns11 av vbi dt n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1? cs pns11 vbb dt n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1? av q-crq vbds av vvd p-acp n2-jn, p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz a-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. q-crq vvb pn22 pno11 n1 n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 22
103 and do not the things that I say? To say, Sir your Servant, is either a Complement, or a Ieer, when we say it with our Lips, but without our Actions. And this doth seem to be intended by the words of my Text, and do not the things that I say? To say, Sir your Servant, is either a Compliment, or a Jeer, when we say it with our Lips, but without our Actions. And this does seem to be intended by the words of my Text, cc vdb xx dt n2 cst pns11 vvb? pc-acp vvi, n1 po22 n1, vbz d dt n1, cc dt vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp p-acp po12 n2. cc d vdz vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 22
104 if we compare it with the Inference deduced from it. Ye call me Lord and Master, and ye say well. if we compare it with the Inference deduced from it. You call me Lord and Master, and you say well. cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31. pn22 vvb pno11 n1 cc n1, cc pn22 vvb av. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 22
105 But to say very well, is not sufficient; For the Devils said well, in saying that Christ was the Son of God. And the Worldling said well, in that he said unto our Saviour of the Commandments of the Law, All these things have I kept from my Youth. But to say very well, is not sufficient; For the Devils said well, in saying that christ was the Son of God. And the Worldling said well, in that he said unto our Saviour of the commandments of the Law, All these things have I kept from my Youth. cc-acp p-acp vvb j av, vbz xx j; p-acp dt n2 vvd av, p-acp vvg cst np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1. cc dt n1 vvd av, p-acp cst pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d d n2 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 22
106 But not every one that saith unto me Lord Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; But not every one that Says unto me Lord Lord, shall enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; p-acp xx d pi cst vvz p-acp pno11 n1 n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 22
107 for the Life of Christianity consists in Practice. And therefore the Inferences are These, which are drawn from the Text by Him that spake it. for the Life of Christianity consists in Practice. And Therefore the Inferences Are These, which Are drawn from the Text by Him that spoke it. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n1. cc av dt n2 vbr d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 d vvd pn31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 22
108 If I then your Lord and Master have washed your feet, ye also ought to wash oneanother's feet, (v. 14.) If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them, (v. 16.) And by the same Logick he argues in the very next Chapter, which is another part of his Farewell-Sermon: If any man love me, he will keep my words, (v. 23.) and He that loveth me not, keepeth not my words, (v. 24.) which is as if he should have said, [ He that loves me will obey me, If I then your Lord and Master have washed your feet, you also ought to wash oneanother feet, (v. 14.) If you know these things, happy Are you if you do them, (v. 16.) And by the same Logic he argues in the very next Chapter, which is Another part of his Farewell-Sermon: If any man love me, he will keep my words, (v. 23.) and He that loves me not, Keepeth not my words, (v. 24.) which is as if he should have said, [ He that loves me will obey me, cs pns11 av po22 n1 cc n1 vhb vvn po22 n2, pn22 av vmd p-acp vvi j-jn n2, (n1 crd) cs pn22 vvb d n2, j vbr pn22 cs pn22 vdb pno32, (n1 crd) cc p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt av ord n1, r-crq vbz j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1: cs d n1 vvb pno11, pns31 vmb vvi po11 n2, (n1 crd) cc pns31 cst vvz pno11 xx, vvz xx po11 n2, (n1 crd) r-crq vbz p-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, [ pns31 cst n2 pno11 n1 vvi pno11, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 23
109 and do the Things that I appoint him; and do the Things that I appoint him; cc vdb dt n2 cst pns11 vvb pno31; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 23
110 which if any man does not, let him say what he will, he does not Love me. which if any man does not, let him say what he will, he does not Love me. r-crq cs d n1 vdz xx, vvb pno31 vvi r-crq pns31 n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno11. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 23
111 ] For no good Tree can bear ill Fruit, (that's an Aphorism of Christ, Matth. 7. 18.) there is not any thing more impossible, than that sincere Love, and a solid Faith, should ever bring forth Rebellion, and Disobedience. (Or so much as consist with that which does. ) No, no more than a Vine can bring forth Thorns, or no more than a Fig Tree can bring forth Thistles. From whence the Sequel is Unavoidable, That if we do not justly Obey our Master, we neither heartily Love him, ] For no good Tree can bear ill Fruit, (that's an Aphorism of christ, Matthew 7. 18.) there is not any thing more impossible, than that sincere Love, and a solid Faith, should ever bring forth Rebellion, and Disobedience. (Or so much as consist with that which does.) No, no more than a Vine can bring forth Thorns, or no more than a Fig Tree can bring forth Thistles. From whence the Sequel is Unavoidable, That if we do not justly Obey our Master, we neither heartily Love him, ] p-acp dx j n1 vmb vvi j-jn n1, (d|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd) pc-acp vbz xx d n1 av-dc j, cs d j n1, cc dt j n1, vmd av vvi av n1, cc n1. (cc av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp d r-crq vdz.) uh-dx, av-dx av-dc cs dt n1 vmb vvi av n2, cc dx av-dc cs dt n1 n1 vmb vvi av n2. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, cst cs pns12 vdb xx av-j vvb po12 n1, pns12 d av-j vvb pno31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 23
112 nor do we cordially believe him. nor do we cordially believe him. ccx vdb pns12 av-j vvb pno31. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 23
113 For let our Faith and our Love be what they can be, they are no more than a Couple of Trees, which must be known by their Fruit. That 's the great Diagnostick commended to us by our Saviour, whereby to judge of ourselves and others, Matth. 7. 20. If the Fruit is Disobedience to the Commandments of our Lord; then the Love that is pretended is but a Thorn, and the Faith so much talk't of, For let our Faith and our Love be what they can be, they Are no more than a Couple of Trees, which must be known by their Fruit. That is the great Diagnostic commended to us by our Saviour, whereby to judge of ourselves and Others, Matthew 7. 20. If the Fruit is Disobedience to the commandments of our Lord; then the Love that is pretended is but a Thorn, and the Faith so much talked of, p-acp vvb po12 n1 cc po12 vvb vbb r-crq pns32 vmb vbi, pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 np1 cst vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f px12 cc n2-jn, np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; av dt vvb cst vbz vvn vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 av av-d vvd pp-f, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 24
114 an arrant Thistle. Let the Lover or the Believer be commonly call'd what he will, either a Vine, or a Fig Tree, A Godly man, or a Saint; And let the Leaves or the Branches be never so specious to the Eye, (I mean Professions, and Shews, and Forms of Godliness, ) Yet our Master's Affirmation is still as true, as it is Terrible, Every Tree [ without exception ] which bringeth not forth good fruit, is hewn down, an arrant Thistle. Let the Lover or the Believer be commonly called what he will, either a Vine, or a Fig Tree, A Godly man, or a Saint; And let the Leaves or the Branches be never so specious to the Eye, (I mean Professions, and Shows, and Forms of Godliness,) Yet our Masters Affirmation is still as true, as it is Terrible, Every Tree [ without exception ] which brings not forth good fruit, is hewn down, dt j n1. vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 vbb av-j vvn r-crq pns31 n1, d dt n1, cc dt n1 n1, dt j n1, cc dt n1; cc vvb dt vvz cc dt n2 vbb av-x av j p-acp dt n1, (pns11 vvb n2, cc vvz, cc n2 pp-f n1,) av po12 ng1 n1 vbz av p-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz j, d n1 [ p-acp n1 ] r-crq vvz xx av j n1, vbz vvn a-acp, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 24
115 and cast into the Fire, (Matth. 7. 19.) Lord! and cast into the Fire, (Matthew 7. 19.) Lord! cc vvd p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd crd) n1! (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 20 Page 24
116 what a change of men's manners would this one word produce, were it but throughly Understood, or but sufficiently consider'd? had it the happiness to be taken, what a change of men's manners would this one word produce, were it but thoroughly Understood, or but sufficiently considered? had it the happiness to be taken, q-crq dt vvb pp-f ng2 n2 vmd d crd n1 vvi, vbdr pn31 cc-acp av-j vvn, cc p-acp av-j vvn? vhd pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 24
117 as well into the Hearts, as the Ears of men? behold the only sure way whereby to judge without Sin of our selves or others. If we are fraudulent persons, as well into the Hearts, as the Ears of men? behold the only sure Way whereby to judge without since of our selves or Others. If we Are fraudulent Persons, c-acp av p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2? vvb dt j j n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2-jn. cs pns12 vbr j n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 24
118 or Drunckards, if we are Schismaticks, or Rebels, if we are Slanderers, or Railers, or fals Accusers, or any otherways abounding in the fruits of the Flesh, (Gal. 5. 19.) 'tis plain that God, when he cuts us down, will also cast us into the Fire. or Drunkards, if we Are Schismatics, or Rebels, if we Are Slanderers, or Railers, or falls Accusers, or any otherways abounding in the fruits of the Flesh, (Gal. 5. 19.) it's plain that God, when he cuts us down, will also cast us into the Fire. cc n2, cs pns12 vbr n1, cc n2, cs pns12 vbr n2, cc n2, cc vvz n2, cc d av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd crd) pn31|vbz j cst np1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 a-acp, vmb av vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 24
119 I say he will and must do it, because of his Iustice and Veracity, unless Repentance step in timely 'twixt Us, and Death. And still, by Repentance, I mean Amendment. Not an empty confession that we have sin'd, I say he will and must do it, Because of his justice and Veracity, unless Repentance step in timely betwixt Us, and Death. And still, by Repentance, I mean Amendment. Not an empty Confessi that we have sinned, pns11 vvi pns31 vmb cc vmb vdb pn31, c-acp pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, cs n1 vvb p-acp j p-acp pno32, cc n1. cc av, p-acp n1, pns11 vvb n1. xx dt j n1 cst pns12 vhb vvn, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 25
120 nor yet a cheap wishing we had not sin'd; no nor expressions of Attrition for having sin'd; nor yet a cheap wishing we had not sinned; no nor expressions of Attrition for having sinned; ccx av dt j vvg pns12 vhd xx vvn; uh-dx ccx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp vhg vvn; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 25
121 but a bringing forth fruits meet for Repentance; but a bringing forth fruits meet for Repentance; cc-acp dt vvg av n2 vvb p-acp n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 25
122 A Renovation of the outward and inward man; such a thorow Reformation as does make a New Creature; A Change of mind, and of manners, even the fruits of the spirit, Gal. 5. 22. In a word; A Renovation of the outward and inward man; such a thorough Reformation as does make a New Creature; A Change of mind, and of manners, even the fruits of the Spirit, Gal. 5. 22. In a word; dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1; d dt p-acp n1 c-acp vdz vvi dt j n1; dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n2, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 25
123 If we are not our own, but are bought with a Price, and bought out right by our Lord and Master, and that as to the whole of us, both Soul and Body; Then (as St. Paul does well infer) let us glorify him that bought us both in our Bodies and in our Souls, because they are not truly ours, but his that bought them, 1 Cor. 6. 20. § 14. But there is yet another Lesson to be derived from this Doctrin, and such as our Master in the Text has taught us how to draw from it by his Example. If we Are not our own, but Are bought with a Price, and bought out right by our Lord and Master, and that as to the Whole of us, both Soul and Body; Then (as Saint Paul does well infer) let us Glorify him that bought us both in our Bodies and in our Souls, Because they Are not truly ours, but his that bought them, 1 Cor. 6. 20. § 14. But there is yet Another lesson to be derived from this Doctrine, and such as our Master in the Text has taught us how to draw from it by his Exampl. cs pns12 vbr xx po12 d, p-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av av-jn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, cc d c-acp p-acp dt j-jn pp-f pno12, d n1 cc n1; av (c-acp n1 np1 vdz av vvi) vvb pno12 vvi pno31 cst vvn pno12 av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr xx av-j png12, p-acp po31 cst vvd pno32, crd np1 crd crd § crd p-acp pc-acp vbz av j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc d c-acp po12 vvb p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 21 Page 25
124 For it being to be praemised, that the Disciple is not above his Master, nor the Servant above his Lord; For it being to be premised, that the Disciple is not above his Master, nor the Servant above his Lord; p-acp pn31 vbg pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1, ccx dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 25
125 we must not only do as our Master did, But (when God shall call us to it,) it is our Duty also to suffer, as he hath suffer'd. First we must do as our Master did; For 'tis his own way of arguing in the next verse after my Text; we must not only do as our Master did, But (when God shall call us to it,) it is our Duty also to suffer, as he hath suffered. First we must do as our Master did; For it's his own Way of arguing in the next verse After my Text; pns12 vmb xx av-j vdb p-acp po12 n1 vdd, p-acp (c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31,) pn31 vbz po12 n1 av p-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn. ord pns12 vmb vdb p-acp po12 n1 vdd; c-acp pn31|vbz po31 d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
126 If I your Lord and Master have washed your feet, ye ought also to wash oneanother's feet; If I your Lord and Master have washed your feet, you ought also to wash oneanother feet; cs pns11 po22 n1 cc n1 vhb vvn po22 n2, pn22 vmd av pc-acp vvi j-jn n2; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
127 for I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done. for I have given you an Exampl, that you should do as I have done. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt n1, cst pn22 vmd vdi c-acp pns11 vhb vdn. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
128 Here he argues from his being our Lord and Master, the obligation lying upon us to give an active obedience to his example, and (by way of consecution) to his Command. And this being so, what manner of men ought we to be in the course of our Lives and conversations? we ought to Love oneanother, Here he argues from his being our Lord and Master, the obligation lying upon us to give an active Obedience to his Exampl, and (by Way of consecution) to his Command. And this being so, what manner of men ought we to be in the course of our Lives and conversations? we ought to Love oneanother, av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 vbg po12 n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) p-acp po31 vvi. cc d vbg av, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2? pns12 vmd p-acp vvb j-jn, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
129 as He did Us; not only unto the Death, but to the fulfilling of the Law too. as He did Us; not only unto the Death, but to the fulfilling of the Law too. c-acp pns31 vdd pno32; xx av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 av. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
130 And how far are they from that, who are (NONLATINALPHABET, that is) Inventors of evil things? of Lyes, And how Far Are they from that, who Are (, that is) Inventors of evil things? of Lies, cc c-crq av-j vbr pns32 p-acp d, r-crq vbr (, cst vbz) n2 pp-f j-jn n2? pp-f n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
131 and Slanders, and most malitious Accusations, against a People more Innocent, and better Reputed than themselves? This is not to do as we would be done by. and Slanders, and most malicious Accusations, against a People more Innocent, and better Reputed than themselves? This is not to do as we would be done by. cc n2, cc av-ds j n2, p-acp dt n1 av-dc j-jn, cc j j-vvn cs px32? d vbz xx pc-acp vdi c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
132 Much less is it to love our Neighbour as ourselves. Much less is it to love our Neighbour as ourselves. av-d dc vbz pn31 p-acp vvb po12 n1 p-acp px12. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 26
133 Much less yet to love our friends, as our Lord loved us when we were his Enemies. To be Imitators of Christ, (which men must be, Much less yet to love our Friends, as our Lord loved us when we were his Enemies. To be Imitators of christ, (which men must be, av-d av-dc av pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp po12 n1 vvn pno12 c-crq pns12 vbdr po31 n2. pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f np1, (r-crq n2 vmb vbi, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 27
134 if they will be Christians, ) we ought to serve oneanother, as he did us; yea to serve our Inferiours, as he did His; and that with such a kind of Service, as is the washing of their feet. And his reason to inforce it is chiefly this, [ the Disciple is not above his Master, the Servant is not above his Lord, and I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done. if they will be Christians,) we ought to serve oneanother, as he did us; yea to serve our Inferiors, as he did His; and that with such a kind of Service, as is the washing of their feet. And his reason to enforce it is chiefly this, [ the Disciple is not above his Master, the Servant is not above his Lord, and I have given you an Exampl, that you should do as I have done. cs pns32 vmb vbi np1,) pns12 vmd p-acp vvb j-jn, c-acp pns31 vdd pno12; uh pc-acp vvi po12 n2-jn, c-acp pns31 vdd po31; cc cst p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f po32 n2. cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz av-jn d, [ dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1, cc pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt n1, cst pn22 vmd vdi c-acp pns11 vhb vdn. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 27
135 ] But now besides that this Argument does evince the moral Necessity of our Active obedience and conformity to his Example and Command; it also shews us our obligation of having a fellowship with his suffrings, and a conformity to his Death, which connotates our Passive obedience also; ] But now beside that this Argument does evince the moral Necessity of our Active Obedience and conformity to his Exampl and Command; it also shows us our obligation of having a fellowship with his sufferings, and a conformity to his Death, which connotates our Passive Obedience also; ] cc-acp av p-acp cst d n1 vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvb; pn31 av vvz pno12 po12 n1 pp-f vhg dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq n2 po12 j n1 av; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 27
136 and is the main thing intended in this second Lesson the Context yields us. and is the main thing intended in this second lesson the Context yields us. cc vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp d ord n1 dt n1 vvz pno12. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 22 Page 27
137 § 15. For when he had said to his Disciples, that he would shortly send them out as so many Sheep amongst Wolves, from whom their usual entertainment should be to be persecuted, and hated, and to be scourged in their Synagogues, and all for the sake of him that sent them, ( Matth. 10. 17. &c. ) he labour'd to give them an acquiescence in all their Suffrings, from this one single Consideration, that 'tis enough, for the Disciple, § 15. For when he had said to his Disciples, that he would shortly send them out as so many Sheep among Wolves, from whom their usual entertainment should be to be persecuted, and hated, and to be scourged in their Synagogues, and all for the sake of him that sent them, (Matthew 10. 17. etc.) he laboured to give them an acquiescence in all their Sufferings, from this one single Consideration, that it's enough, for the Disciple, § crd p-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi pno32 av c-acp av d n1 p-acp n2, p-acp ro-crq po32 j n1 vmd vbi pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno32, (np1 crd crd av) pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp d po32 n2, p-acp d crd j n1, cst pn31|vbz d, c-acp dt n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 28
138 if he be as his Master, and the Servant as his Lord, (v. 24.) If they have called the Master of the House Belzebub, how much more shall they call them of his Household? (v. 25.) There he argues from his being our Lord and Master, the obligation lying upon us, to suffer the evils which he hath suffer'd. Then if at any time we shall fall into the Enmity of the World, into a Cross or Disgrace which is undeserved; we may relieve ourselves enough with this one Remembrance, That 'tis the friendship of the world which is enmity with God, (James 4. 4 ▪) and that 'tis well for the Servant, if he be as his Master, and the Servant as his Lord, (v. 24.) If they have called the Master of the House Belzebub, how much more shall they call them of his Household? (v. 25.) There he argues from his being our Lord and Master, the obligation lying upon us, to suffer the evils which he hath suffered. Then if At any time we shall fallen into the Enmity of the World, into a Cross or Disgrace which is undeserved; we may relieve ourselves enough with this one Remembrance, That it's the friendship of the world which is enmity with God, (James 4. 4 ▪) and that it's well for the Servant, cs pns31 vbb p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (n1 crd) cs pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, c-crq av-d av-dc vmb pns32 vvi pno32 pp-f po31 n1? (n1 crd) a-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 vbg po12 n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp pno12, p-acp vvb dt n2-jn r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. av cs p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j cc n1 r-crq vbz j; pns12 vmb vvi px12 d p-acp d crd n1, cst pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz n1 p-acp np1, (np1 crd crd ▪) cc cst pn31|vbz av p-acp dt n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 28
139 if he be as his Lord; if he be as his Lord; cs pns31 vbb p-acp po31 n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 28
140 we must not be ambitious to be above him ▪ It will be useful to expostulate and reason the matter within ourselves. we must not be ambitious to be above him ▪ It will be useful to expostulate and reason the matter within ourselves. pns12 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 ▪ pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp vvi cc n1 dt n1 p-acp px12. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 28
141 Shall we be such mad Disciples, as to expect, or but desire, to fare any better than our Master? shall we be such overnice, or such delicate Servants, as to repine at those hardships, which were the Portion of our Lord? shall we expect to be applauded, and well reported by all the world, not only by the Best, Shall we be such mad Disciples, as to expect, or but desire, to fare any better than our Master? shall we be such overnice, or such delicate Servants, as to repine At those hardships, which were the Portion of our Lord? shall we expect to be applauded, and well reported by all the world, not only by the Best, vmb pns12 vbi d j n2, a-acp p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb, pc-acp vvi d jc cs po12 vvi? vmb pns12 vbi d j, cc d j n2, a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vbdr dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av vvn p-acp d dt n1, xx av-j p-acp dt js, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 29
142 but by the worst of men also, when our Blessed Lord and Master is call'd a winebibber, a Glutton, an Hypocrite and a Deceiver, a Blasphemer, and a Boutefeux, a Conjurer, and a Demoniack? or shall we shamelesly be seeking great things for ourselves, whilst our Master is the outcast and Scorn of men? (when he who is at once the King, and also the Bishop of our Souls, is trodden down into the Dust, It may seem a thing improper, an Absurdity, and a Soloecism for us to prosper.) Shall we who are not our own, but are bought out right by our Master Christ, be either so arrogant, or so stately, as to be stretching our selves on Couches, but by the worst of men also, when our Blessed Lord and Master is called a winebibber, a Glutton, an Hypocrite and a Deceiver, a Blasphemer, and a Boutefeux, a Conjurer, and a Demoniac? or shall we shamelessly be seeking great things for ourselves, while our Master is the outcast and Scorn of men? (when he who is At once the King, and also the Bishop of our Souls, is trodden down into the Dust, It may seem a thing improper, an Absurdity, and a Solecism for us to prosper.) Shall we who Are not our own, but Are bought out right by our Master christ, be either so arrogant, or so stately, as to be stretching our selves on Couches, cc-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2 av, c-crq po12 j-vvn n1 cc n1 vbz vvn dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1, cc dt fw-fr, dt n1, cc dt j-jn? cc vmb pns12 av-j vbi vvg j n2 p-acp px12, cs po12 vvb vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2? (c-crq pns31 r-crq vbz p-acp a-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 j, dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi.) vmb pns12 r-crq vbr xx po12 d, p-acp vbr vvn av j-jn p-acp po12 vvb np1, vbb d av j, cc av j, a-acp pc-acp vbi vvg po12 n2 p-acp n2, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 29
143 and Beds of Ivorie, whilst he our Lord, and our Lawgiver, our King, and our Head, our Advocate and our Iudge too, is either grov'ling upon the Earth in a bloody sweat, or stretched out upon the Cross in Tears of blood, as well as Brine? shall we be drinking wine in Bowles, (like the Wantons of whom we read in the Prophet Amos, ) whilst our Master cry's out, he is a thirst, and has nothing wherewith to quentch it, and Beds of Ivory, while he our Lord, and our Lawgiver, our King, and our Head, our Advocate and our Judge too, is either groveling upon the Earth in a bloody sweat, or stretched out upon the Cross in Tears of blood, as well as Brine? shall we be drinking wine in Bowls, (like the Wantons of whom we read in the Prophet Amos,) while our Master cry's out, he is a thirst, and has nothing wherewith to quentch it, cc n2 pp-f n1, cs pns31 po12 n1, cc po12 n1, po12 n1, cc po12 n1, po12 n1 cc po12 vvi av, vbz d vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvn av p-acp dt j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp n1? vmb pns12 vbi vvg n1 p-acp n2, (av-j dt n2-jn pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1,) cs po12 vvb ng1 av, pns31 vbz dt n1, cc vhz pix c-crq p-acp vvb pn31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 29
144 but the Cup of Trembling and Astonishment, not only sharp as vineger, but bitter as Gall too? shall we be crowning our selves with Rosebuds, (like the Atheists of whom we read in the Book of Wisdom, ) whilst our Lord and Master's Diadem is made of Thornes? shall we be dancing to the sound of the Viol, whilst His Ears are bored through with the most sharp-pointed Sarcasms, that the Wit of Insultation can well invent? Let us look upon the Case in another colour, but the Cup of Trembling and Astonishment, not only sharp as vinegar, but bitter as Gall too? shall we be crowning our selves with Rosebuds, (like the Atheists of whom we read in the Book of Wisdom,) while our Lord and Masters Diadem is made of Thorns? shall we be dancing to the found of the Violent, while His Ears Are bored through with the most sharp-pointed Sarcasms, that the Wit of Insultation can well invent? Let us look upon the Case in Another colour, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg cc n1, xx av-j j c-acp n1, p-acp j p-acp vvb av? vmb pns12 vbi vvg po12 n2 p-acp n2, (av-j dt n2 pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,) cs po12 n1 cc ng1 n1 vbz vvn pp-f n2? vmb pns12 vbb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cs po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt av-ds j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av vvi? vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 30
145 and admit it were our own. and admit it were our own. cc vvb pn31 vbdr po12 d. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 30
146 Would we not wonder at such a Servant, and think him mad, who should affect to eat finer, and take less pains, to be much better clad, and to lye softer than his Master? It is enough then for us, that we fare at least as well as our Master Christ; that we suffer no more, than to be spit upon, and buffeted, and scourg'd, and Crucified. If a Christian is but beggar'd, or if but rail'd at, and slander'd for conscience sake, he fares a great deal better than his Master Christ did; Would we not wonder At such a Servant, and think him mad, who should affect to eat finer, and take less pains, to be much better clad, and to lie Softer than his Master? It is enough then for us, that we fare At least as well as our Master christ; that we suffer no more, than to be spit upon, and buffeted, and scourged, and crucified. If a Christian is but beggared, or if but railed At, and slandered for conscience sake, he fares a great deal better than his Master christ did; vmd pns12 xx vvi p-acp d dt n1, cc vvb pno31 j, r-crq vmd vvi p-acp vvb jc, cc vvb dc n2, pc-acp vbi d av-jc vvn, cc p-acp vvb jc cs po31 n1? pn31 vbz av-d av p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vvb p-acp ds c-acp av p-acp po12 vvb np1; cst pns12 vvb av-dx av-dc, cs pc-acp vbb vvb p-acp, cc vvn, cc vvd, cc vvn. cs dt njp vbz p-acp j-vvn, cc cs p-acp vvd p-acp, cc vvn p-acp n1 n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 jc cs po31 n1 np1 vdd; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 30
147 if he is Crucified, or hang'd, he fares no worse. The Thought of which will be sufficient, (if we are qualified with Faith, ) to make us smile upon our suffrings when they are wrongfully cast upon us, if he is crucified, or hanged, he fares no Worse. The Thought of which will be sufficient, (if we Are qualified with Faith,) to make us smile upon our sufferings when they Are wrongfully cast upon us, cs pns31 vbz vvn, cc vvn, pns31 vvz dx av-jc. dt vvd pp-f r-crq vmb vbi j, (cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1,) pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 30
148 and to furnish us with Patience (if not with Pleasure ) in all our Pains. I say with Pleasure, because our Master taught his Disciples, to Rejoice in that Case, and to furnish us with Patience (if not with Pleasure) in all our Pains. I say with Pleasure, Because our Master taught his Disciples, to Rejoice in that Case, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 (cs xx p-acp n1) p-acp d po12 n2. pns11 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp po12 n1 vvd po31 n2, p-acp vvb p-acp d n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 31
149 and to leap for Ioy; for that is the English of our Saviour's NONLATINALPHABET, Matth. 5. 12. Rejoice (saith he to his Disciples) and leap for joy, when men shall revile you, and to leap for Joy; for that is the English of our Saviour's, Matthew 5. 12. Rejoice (Says he to his Disciples) and leap for joy, when men shall revile you, cc p-acp vvb p-acp n1; p-acp d vbz dt jp pp-f po12 ng1, np1 crd crd vvb (vvz pns31 p-acp po31 n2) cc vvi p-acp n1, c-crq n2 vmb vvi pn22, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 31
150 and persecute you, and speak all manner of evil against you falsly, for my Sake. and persecute you, and speak all manner of evil against you falsely, for my Sake. cc vvi pn22, cc vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp pn22 av-j, p-acp po11 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 23 Page 31
151 § 16. Thus having seen the obligation, laid upon us by Iesus Christ as our Lord and Master, both to imitate his Example, and to yield obedience to his Commands, as well by doing him Passive, as Active Service; I shall conclude with the Necessity, the Indispensable Necessity we all are under, either of rising to life eternal, if we accomplish this Condition; or of incurring (if we do not ) by so much the greater Condemnation. For let our Professions be what they will, of Faith in Christ as a Redeemer; we cannot own him as a Master, Unless we are Followers of his Life; nor without sincere obedience, can we Recive him as a Lord. And yet unless we so receive him, He will not then receive us, in the great day of Discrimination, § 16. Thus having seen the obligation, laid upon us by Iesus christ as our Lord and Master, both to imitate his Exampl, and to yield Obedience to his Commands, as well by doing him Passive, as Active Service; I shall conclude with the Necessity, the Indispensable Necessity we all Are under, either of rising to life Eternal, if we accomplish this Condition; or of incurring (if we do not) by so much the greater Condemnation. For let our Professions be what they will, of Faith in christ as a Redeemer; we cannot own him as a Master, Unless we Are Followers of his Life; nor without sincere Obedience, can we Receive him as a Lord. And yet unless we so receive him, He will not then receive us, in the great day of Discrimination, § crd av vhg vvn dt n1, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, d p-acp vvb po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvz, c-acp av p-acp vdg pno31 j, p-acp j n1; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pns12 d vbr p-acp, av-d pp-f vvg p-acp n1 j, cs pns12 vvb d n1; cc pp-f vvg (cs pns12 vdb xx) p-acp av av-d dt jc n1. p-acp vvi po12 n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; pns12 vmbx d pno31 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vbr n2 pp-f po31 n1; ccx p-acp j n1, vmb pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1. cc av cs pns12 av vvb pno31, pns31 vmb xx av vvb pno12, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 31
152 when he shall solemnly put a Difference betwixt the Wheat, and the Chaff, taking the one into his Garner, and burning up the other with Fire unquentchable. For not to him, who hides his Talent in the Earth; when he shall solemnly put a Difference betwixt the Wheat, and the Chaff, taking the one into his Garner, and burning up the other with Fire unquentchable. For not to him, who hides his Talon in the Earth; c-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, vvg dt crd p-acp po31 np1, cc j-vvg a-acp dt j-jn p-acp vvb j. c-acp xx p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 32
153 much less to him, who vainly throws it into the Aire; But to him who does employ and improve his Talent, the righteous Judge of all the world will use that Sentence of Approbation, ( Matth. 25. 21.) Well done thou good and faithful Servant, Enter thou into the Ioy of thy Lord. much less to him, who vainly throws it into the Air; But to him who does employ and improve his Talon, the righteous Judge of all the world will use that Sentence of Approbation, (Matthew 25. 21.) Well done thou good and faithful Servant, Enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord. av-d av-dc p-acp pno31, r-crq av-j vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vdz vvi cc vvb po31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) av vdn pns21 j cc j n1, vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 32
154 From whence it follows as unavoidably, as that God cannot lye, That we must All without exception be first well Doers, we must first of all be good and Faithful Servants, before the Iudge can say to us, well done good and faithful Servants. From whence it follows as avoidable, as that God cannot lie, That we must All without exception be First well Doers, we must First of all be good and Faithful Servants, before the Judge can say to us, well done good and faithful Servants. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp av-j, p-acp d n1 vmbx vvi, cst pns12 vmb d p-acp n1 vbb ord n1 n2, pns12 vmb ord pp-f d vbb j cc j n2, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, av vdn j cc j n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 32
155 And yet again he must be able to say That to us, before he can possibly bid us Enter into the Ioy of our Lord. And yet again he must be able to say That to us, before he can possibly bid us Enter into the Joy of our Lord. cc av av pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi cst p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 32
156 He cannot say well done, to an Evil Doer; He cannot call him a Faithful, who is an unfaithful Servant; He cannot say well done, to an Evil Doer; He cannot call him a Faithful, who is an unfaithful Servant; pns31 vmbx vvi av vdn, p-acp dt j-jn n1; pns31 vmbx vvi pno31 dt j, r-crq vbz dt j n1; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 32
157 He cannot say Come ye blessed, and Enter ye into the Ioy of your Lord, to whom the Sentence of Go ye Cursed into everlasting Fire does of right belong. He cannot say Come you blessed, and Enter you into the Joy of your Lord, to whom the Sentence of Go you Cursed into everlasting Fire does of right belong. pns31 vmbx vvi vvb pn22 vvn, cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb pn22 vvn p-acp j n1 vdz pp-f n-jn vvi. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 24 Page 32
158 § 17. And if these things are so; then as we tender the greatest Interest both of our Bodies and of our Souls. § 17. And if these things Are so; then as we tender the greatest Interest both of our Bodies and of our Souls. § crd cc cs d n2 vbr av; av c-acp pns12 vvb dt js n1 d pp-f po12 n2 cc pp-f po12 n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 32
159 Let no man cozen us to Hell, by making us believe we are sure of Heaven. Let no man cozen us to Hell, by making us believe we Are sure of Heaven. vvb dx n1 vvi pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pno12 vvi pns12 vbr j pp-f n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 33
160 Beware of Comfortable Preachers (as they that love to be flatter'd do fasly call them,) who either write or speak much in the Praise of Faith, But in Disparagement of obedience to the Commandments of our Lord. Beware of Comfortable Preachers (as they that love to be flattered do fasly call them,) who either write or speak much in the Praise of Faith, But in Disparagement of Obedience to the commandments of our Lord. vvb pp-f j n2 (c-acp pns32 cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn vdb av-j vvi pno32,) r-crq d vvb cc vvi d p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 33
161 And often quarrel at the necessity of being rich in good works, as if Salvation were to be had at a cheaper Rate. Let me put the case home, And often quarrel At the necessity of being rich in good works, as if Salvation were to be had At a cheaper Rate. Let me put the case home, cc av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg j p-acp j n2, c-acp cs n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dt jc vvb. vvb pno11 vvi dt n1 av-an, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 33
162 as well to others as to myself, in the fewest words. as well to Others as to myself, in the fewest words. c-acp av p-acp n2-jn c-acp p-acp px11, p-acp dt ds n2. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 33
163 Have we an earnestness of Desire to live for ever in Bliss and Glory? or are we careless and indifferent what shall become of us hereafter? Do we seriously believe an Immortality of our Souls, a Life after Death, and a Day of Iudgment? Or do we but talk of these things in civility to the men amongst whom we live? if we are in good earnest in the Rehearsal of the Creed, of the two last Articles in particular, the Resurrection of the Body, and the Life everlasting; Have we an earnestness of Desire to live for ever in Bliss and Glory? or Are we careless and indifferent what shall become of us hereafter? Do we seriously believe an Immortality of our Souls, a Life After Death, and a Day of Judgement? Or do we but talk of these things in civility to the men among whom we live? if we Are in good earnest in the Rehearsal of the Creed, of the two last Articles in particular, the Resurrection of the Body, and the Life everlasting; vhb pns12 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av p-acp n1 cc n1? cc vbr pns12 j cc j r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno12 av? vdb pns12 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1? cc vdb pns12 p-acp vvb pp-f d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb? cs pns12 vbr p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt crd ord n2 p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 j; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 33
164 Then let the Condition of the New Covenant abide forever in our Remembrance. And seeing this is the Condition on which the promise of Salvation is given unto us, that we receive and own Christ as our Lord and Master, as our Saviour, and our Prince, as our Advocate, and our Iudge too; Then let the Condition of the New Covenant abide forever in our Remembrance. And seeing this is the Condition on which the promise of Salvation is given unto us, that we receive and own christ as our Lord and Master, as our Saviour, and our Prince, as our Advocate, and our Judge too; av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvi av p-acp po12 n1. cc vvg d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt vvb pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vvb cc d np1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 n1, cc po12 n1, p-acp po12 n1, cc po12 vvi av; (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 34
165 And that we so own him in our Lives, as well as in our Beliefes, as well in our practice, as speculation; Let us not flatter ourselves for shame (as so many Traytors to our own Souls, ) that Salvation will be found upon easier Termes. For to such as cannot pretend to be Babes, or Ideots, or never to have liv'd within the sound of Christ's Gospel, the words of the Apostle are very positive and Express, That without Holiness and Peace, (that is to say, without our Duties both to God, and to our Neighbour, ) No man living shall see the Lord, Hebr. 12. 14. And that we so own him in our Lives, as well as in our Beliefs, as well in our practice, as speculation; Let us not flatter ourselves for shame (as so many Traitors to our own Souls,) that Salvation will be found upon Easier Terms. For to such as cannot pretend to be Babes, or Idiots, or never to have lived within the found of Christ's Gospel, the words of the Apostle Are very positive and Express, That without Holiness and Peace, (that is to say, without our Duties both to God, and to our Neighbour,) No man living shall see the Lord, Hebrew 12. 14. cc cst pns12 av vvb pno31 p-acp po12 vvz, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n2, c-acp av p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1; vvb pno12 xx vvi px12 p-acp n1 (c-acp av d n2 p-acp po12 d n2,) cst n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp jc n2. c-acp p-acp d c-acp vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi n2, cc n2, cc av-x pc-acp vhi vvd p-acp dt j pp-f npg1 n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av j cc j, cst p-acp n1 cc n1, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp po12 n2 av-d pc-acp np1, cc p-acp po12 n1,) dx n1 j-vvg vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 25 Page 34
166 And this I think may suffice us to have learn't at this time from the Text in hand. And this I think may suffice us to have learnt At this time from the Text in hand. cc d pns11 vvb vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 26 Page 34
167 For thô I say not that these are All, yet these Especially are the Lessons we are concern'd to draw from it, For though I say not that these Are All, yet these Especially Are the Lessons we Are concerned to draw from it, p-acp cs pns11 vvb xx cst d vbr d, av d av-j vbr dt n2 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 26 Page 34
168 and such as willingly flow to us from its most rational Importance. and such as willingly flow to us from its most rational Importance. cc d c-acp av-j vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 av-ds j n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 26 Page 34
169 Now to him who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we are able to ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Now to him who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we Are able to ask or think, according to the power that works in us, av p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vdi j-vvg av-j p-acp d cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 27 Page 35
170 unto him be glory in the Church by Christ Jesus, throughout all Ages, world without end. unto him be glory in the Church by christ jesus, throughout all Ages, world without end. p-acp pno31 vbb n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp d n2, n1 p-acp n1. (5) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 27 Page 35
171 THE Yoke of Christ Easier than That of MOSES: AND HIS Burden a Refreshment to such as Labour. THE Yoke of christ Easier than That of MOSES: AND HIS Burden a Refreshment to such as Labour. dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jc cs d pp-f np1: cc po31 n1 dt n1 p-acp d c-acp n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 27 Page 37
172 MATTH. XI. 30. For my Yoke is Easy, and my Burden is light. MATTHEW. XI. 30. For my Yoke is Easy, and my Burden is Light. av. crd. crd p-acp po11 n1 vbz j, cc po11 n1 vbz j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 27 Page 37
173 (A Text not unsuitable to all the Severities of the Lent, which is (if St. Ierome may be believ'd, (A Text not unsuitable to all the Severities of the Lent, which is (if Saint Jerome may be believed, (dt n1 xx j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt vvn, r-crq vbz (cs n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 28 Page 37
174 and other Fathers more antient,) of Apostolical Institution. and other Father's more ancient,) of Apostolical Institution. cc j-jn n2 av-dc j,) pp-f j n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 28 Page 37
175 A Time sequester'd by That Autority, for the Exercise and Practice of Christian Strictness, expressed pithily in my Text, by our bearing both the Burden and Yoke of Christ.) A Time sequestered by That authority, for the Exercise and Practice of Christian Strictness, expressed pithily in my Text, by our bearing both the Burden and Yoke of christ.) dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f njp n1, vvn av-j p-acp po11 n1, p-acp po12 vvg d dt vvb cc vvb pp-f np1.) (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 28 Page 38
176 § 1. The Affinity and Connexion is as obvious, as it is close, betwixt my present, and former Text. For it was the last Service which I perform'd in this Place, to shew how Christ is our Lord and Master. Such as he was pleas'd to assert himself, in the thirteenth of St. Iohn, at the thirteenth verse. It now remains that we Contemplate the Moderation of the Laws, whereby our Lord is exceeding Gratious, and our Master extreamly Good. For it seems not sufficient that he is known to be a Lord, in Exacting obedience to his Commandments, § 1. The Affinity and Connexion is as obvious, as it is close, betwixt my present, and former Text. For it was the last Service which I performed in this Place, to show how christ is our Lord and Master. Such as he was pleased to assert himself, in the thirteenth of Saint John, At the thirteenth verse. It now remains that we Contemplate the Moderation of the Laws, whereby our Lord is exceeding Gracious, and our Master extremely Good. For it seems not sufficient that he is known to be a Lord, in Exacting Obedience to his commandments, § crd dt n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz j, p-acp po11 j, cc j np1 p-acp pn31 vbds dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vbz po12 n1 cc n1. d c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp vvb px31, p-acp dt ord pp-f n1 np1, p-acp dt ord n1. pn31 av vvz cst pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-crq po12 n1 vbz vvg j, cc po12 vvb av-jn j. p-acp pn31 vvz xx j cst pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po31 n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 29 Page 38
177 unless he be as well known to be good and gratious, in that his Commandments are not grievous. (Nothing neer so insupportable as they were thought by those Gnosticks St. Iohn alludes to, 1 Iohn 5. 3. who fell away from Christianity, unless he be as well known to be good and gracious, in that his commandments Are not grievous. (Nothing near so insupportable as they were Thought by those Gnostics Saint John alludes to, 1 John 5. 3. who fell away from Christianity, cs pns31 vbb a-acp av vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j, p-acp d po31 n2 vbr xx j. (pix av-j av j c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n2 n1 np1 vvz p-acp, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vvd av p-acp np1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 29 Page 38
178 and disown'd Christ himself, for fear their Loyalty and obedience should cost them dear; and disowned christ himself, for Fear their Loyalty and Obedience should cost them dear; cc vvd np1 px31, c-acp vvb po32 n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pno32 av-jn; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 29 Page 38
179 living then, as they did, in Times of Trial, and Persecution;) He is our Lord, and our Master, in respect of the Yoke with which he binds, and in regard of the Burden wherewith he loads us. living then, as they did, in Times of Trial, and Persecution;) He is our Lord, and our Master, in respect of the Yoke with which he binds, and in regard of the Burden wherewith he loads us. vvg av, c-acp pns32 vdd, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1;) pns31 vbz po12 n1, cc po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 n2 pno12. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 29 Page 39
180 But this our Master is Good, and our Lord Gratious, in respect of the Easiness which he gives unto the one, and in regard of the Lightness wherewith he qualify's the other. But But this our Master is Good, and our Lord Gracious, in respect of the Easiness which he gives unto the one, and in regard of the Lightness wherewith he qualify the other. But p-acp d po12 vvb vbz j, cc po12 n1 j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt crd, cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvi dt j-jn. p-acp (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 29 Page 39
181 § 2. Our Translation, however True, is so far short of the Original, that (as before, § 2. Our translation, however True, is so Far short of the Original, that (as before, § crd po12 n1, c-acp j, vbz av av-j j pp-f dt j-jn, cst (c-acp a-acp, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
182 so now also,) the Greek must come in to assist the English, or else we shall miss of its whole Importance. so now also,) the Greek must come in to assist the English, or Else we shall miss of its Whole Importance. av av av,) dt jp vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi dt jp, cc av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po31 j-jn n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
183 For 'tis not only my Yoke is Easy, But NONLATINALPHABET, my Yoke is Good. My Yoke is profitable and useful. My Yoke is an indearing and delectable Yoke. For it's not only my Yoke is Easy, But, my Yoke is Good. My Yoke is profitable and useful. My Yoke is an endearing and delectable Yoke. p-acp pn31|vbz xx av-j po11 n1 vbz j, p-acp, po11 n1 vbz j. po11 n1 vbz j cc j. po11 n1 vbz dt vvg cc j vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
184 For all this and more is imported by the word NONLATINALPHABET, as Lexicographers and Glossaries do make apparent. For all this and more is imported by the word, as Lexicographers and Glossaries do make apparent. p-acp d d cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 cc n2 vdb vvi j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
185 That is, (to express it without a Metaphor) The Service of Christ is a most gratious, and Desirable Service. That is, (to express it without a Metaphor) The Service of christ is a most gracious, and Desirable Service. cst vbz, (pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1) dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-ds j, cc j n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
186 What he commands us to perform, is not only very possible, but facil and easy to be perform'd. What he commands us to perform, is not only very possible, but Facil and easy to be performed. r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, vbz xx av-j av j, cc-acp j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
187 Nor only so, but sweet and pleasant in the performance. Nor only so, but sweet and pleasant in the performance. ccx av-j av, cc-acp j cc j p-acp dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
188 It is not only our Bounden Duty, but 'tis our Interest, our Delight, our Reward to serve him. It is not only our Bounden Duty, but it's our Interest, our Delight, our Reward to serve him. pn31 vbz xx av-j po12 vvn n1, p-acp pn31|vbz po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 30 Page 39
189 § 3. And such as the Yoke is with which he binds, such is also the burden wherewith he loads us. § 3. And such as the Yoke is with which he binds, such is also the burden wherewith he loads us. § crd cc d c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, d vbz av dt n1 c-crq pns31 n2 pno12. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
190 Whatsoever his Burden may here import. If the Burden of his Precepts, then 'tis absolutely light. Whatsoever his Burden may Here import. If the Burden of his Precepts, then it's absolutely Light. r-crq po31 vvi vmb av vvi. cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, av pn31|vbz av-j vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
191 For then the Burden and the Yoke are Terms aequivalent. The lightness of the one explains the Easiness of the other; and the later clause of the Text is but an Exegesis of the former. Or admit that by his Burden is meant the Burden of his Cross; yet even then we must confess it is comparatively light. For then the Burden and the Yoke Are Terms equivalent. The lightness of the one explains the Easiness of the other; and the later clause of the Text is but an Exegesis of the former. Or admit that by his Burden is meant the Burden of his Cross; yet even then we must confess it is comparatively Light. p-acp cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr n2 j. dt n1 pp-f dt crd vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; cc dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. cc vvb cst p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi; av j av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbz av-j vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
192 And so indeed it is in two considerable respects. And so indeed it is in two considerable respects. cc av av pn31 vbz p-acp crd j n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
193 First in respect of the endless punishment, which will fall upon Them that refuse the Burden; First in respect of the endless punishment, which will fallen upon Them that refuse the Burden; ord p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32 d vvb dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
194 and again in respect of that unspeakable Reward, which will be given unto them that shall take it up. The Cross of Christ at its heaviest is but a Burden of Afflictions, which St. Paul accompts light for these two reasons. and again in respect of that unspeakable Reward, which will be given unto them that shall take it up. The Cross of christ At its Heaviest is but a Burden of Afflictions, which Saint Paul accounts Light for these two Reasons. cc av p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi pn31 a-acp. dt j pp-f np1 p-acp po31 js vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq n1 np1 vvz j p-acp d crd n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
195 First because it is but for a moment; First Because it is but for a moment; ord c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 40
196 next because it works for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. For as the same Apostle saith to the same Corinthians, (what seems at first hearing a contradiction,) NONLATINALPHABET, that That which was glorious was not glorious at all, in respect of the glory which excelleth. So 'tis as true That our Afflictions are no Afflictions, in comparison with the Beatitudes which they work for us as our Reward. next Because it works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory. For as the same Apostle Says to the same Corinthians, (what seems At First hearing a contradiction,), that That which was glorious was not glorious At all, in respect of the glory which excels. So it's as true That our Afflictions Are no Afflictions, in comparison with the Beatitudes which they work for us as our Reward. ord p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. c-acp p-acp dt d n1 vvz p-acp dt d np1, (r-crq vvz p-acp ord vvg dt n1,), cst cst r-crq vbds j vbds xx j p-acp d, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz. av pn31|vbz p-acp j cst po12 n2 vbr dx n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 31 Page 41
197 § 4. This is the meaning of the Text consider'd simply in it self. Wherein are two Things especially which offer themselves to our Consideration. § 4. This is the meaning of the Text considered simply in it self. Wherein Are two Things especially which offer themselves to our Consideration. § crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn av-j p-acp pn31 n1. q-crq vbr crd n2 av-j r-crq n1 px32 p-acp po12 n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 32 Page 41
198 First the Greatness of Christ in the Extent of his Authority; and Secondly his Goodness, in the merciful use or employment of it. First the Greatness of christ in the Extent of his authority; and Secondly his goodness, in the merciful use or employment of it. ord dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc ord po31 n1, p-acp dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 33 Page 41
199 First his Greatness is very evident, in that he has the power to impose a Yoke, and a Burden. A Yoke of Injunctions upon our Necks, and a Burden of Suffrings upon our Backs. First his Greatness is very evident, in that he has the power to impose a Yoke, and a Burden. A Yoke of Injunctions upon our Necks, and a Burden of Sufferings upon our Backs. ord po31 n1 vbz av j, p-acp cst pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1. dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 35 Page 41
200 Next his Goodness is as apparent, from the easiness of the one, and from the lightness of the other. Next his goodness is as apparent, from the easiness of the one, and from the lightness of the other. ord po31 n1 vbz a-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 36 Page 41
201 For besides That Eternal and exceeding weight of Glory, which gives an easiness to the Yoke, however hard; and a lightness to the Burden, however heavy; The one is so easy in it self, and the other in it self is so truly light, (considering that dolor, si gravis, brevis, is just as much, For beside That Eternal and exceeding weight of Glory, which gives an easiness to the Yoke, however hard; and a lightness to the Burden, however heavy; The one is so easy in it self, and the other in it self is so truly Light, (considering that dolour, si gravis, brevis, is just as much, p-acp p-acp d j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av-j; cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp j; dt pi vbz av j p-acp pn31 n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp pn31 n1 vbz av av-j n1, (vvg d n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, vbz j c-acp d, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 36 Page 41
202 as si longus, levis, ) that even the Yoke of his Injunctions does give us Freedom, and the Burden of his Suffrings affords us strength. as si longus, levis,) that even the Yoke of his Injunctions does give us Freedom, and the Burden of his Sufferings affords us strength. c-acp zz n2, fw-la,) cst av dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vdz vvi pno12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvz pno12 n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 36 Page 42
203 If we put them both together, they make a Text without length extremely copious; for it exhibits to us at once the Law and Equity of the Gospel. If we put them both together, they make a Text without length extremely copious; for it exhibits to us At once the Law and Equity of the Gospel. cs pns12 vvb pno32 d av, pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 av-jn j; p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
204 The Yoke and the Burden do prove the first, as the easiness and the lightness infer the second. The Yoke and the Burden do prove the First, as the easiness and the lightness infer the second. dt n1 cc dt n1 vdb vvi dt ord, c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb dt ord. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
205 It serves to keep us in the Fear, and the Faith of Christ. It serves to keep us in the fear, and the Faith of christ. pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
206 For first the nature of a Yoke implies a Bridle to our Presumption; and then the easiness of this Yoke does also forbid us to despair. Christ is here both in his Kingly, and Priestly Office; For First the nature of a Yoke Implies a Bridle to our Presumption; and then the easiness of this Yoke does also forbid us to despair. christ is Here both in his Kingly, and Priestly Office; p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1; cc av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vdz av vvi pno12 p-acp vvb. np1 vbz av av-d p-acp po31 j, cc j n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
207 at once to rule, and to bless us too. At once to Rule, and to bless us too. p-acp a-acp p-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvb pno12 av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
208 He is an Absolute Soveraign, because to Him it does belong to put a Yoke upon our Necks, But yet withal he is a good and a Gratious Soveraign, He is an Absolute Sovereign, Because to Him it does belong to put a Yoke upon our Necks, But yet withal he is a good and a Gracious Sovereign, pns31 vbz dt j j-jn, c-acp pc-acp pno31 pn31 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp av av pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j j-jn, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
209 because It is not only easy, but gives us ease too. And though it may sometimes vex the Body, yet it brings Rest unto the Soul. Because It is not only easy, but gives us ease too. And though it may sometime vex the Body, yet it brings Rest unto the Soul. c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j j, p-acp vvz pno12 vvi av. cc cs pn31 vmb av vvb dt n1, av pn31 vvz vvb p-acp dt n1 (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 37 Page 42
210 The Reason of which is wrapt up in the causal For, being consider'd in its Retrospect on the Verse going before. The Reason of which is wrapped up in the causal For, being considered in its Retrospect on the Verse going before. dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp, vbg vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg a-acp. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 38 Page 42
211 Where no sooner had he said, Take my Yoke, and ye shall find rest; but immediatly it follows, For, or Because my Yoke is easy. Where no sooner had he said, Take my Yoke, and you shall find rest; but immediately it follows, For, or Because my Yoke is easy. c-crq dx av-c vhd pns31 vvn, vvb po11 n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi n1; p-acp av-j pn31 vvz, p-acp, cc c-acp po11 n1 vbz j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 38 Page 42
212 And this again affords us a double Reason, for which we should come at his Invitation, (v. 28.) First because my Yoke is easy, Therefore come unto me; Next because it is so gratious as to give Rest unto your Souls, Therefore come unto me all ye that labour. And this again affords us a double Reason, for which we should come At his Invitation, (v. 28.) First Because my Yoke is easy, Therefore come unto me; Next Because it is so gracious as to give Rest unto your Souls, Therefore come unto me all you that labour. cc d av vvz pno12 dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, (n1 crd) ord c-acp po11 vvb vbz j, av vvb p-acp pno11; ord p-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp pc-acp vvi vvb p-acp po22 n2, av vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vvb. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 38 Page 43
213 And this is the meaning of the Text in its relation to the Context. And this is the meaning of the Text in its Relation to the Context. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 38 Page 43
214 § 5. To Contract my meditations within the compass of the time, and withal to go forwards with the design I have in hand, (which is not only to shew the Law, but also the Equity of the Gospel,) I must not now consider Christ in the extent of his Authority, as he is NONLATINALPHABET, (that is to say) an Absolute unaccomptable Master, to whom of right it does belong to impose a Yoke, and a Burden; (for That was properly the Subject of the last Service which I perform'd;) But only in the exercise and usage of it, § 5. To Contract my meditations within the compass of the time, and withal to go forward with the Design I have in hand, (which is not only to show the Law, but also the Equity of the Gospel,) I must not now Consider christ in the extent of his authority, as he is, (that is to say) an Absolute unaccomptable Master, to whom of right it does belong to impose a Yoke, and a Burden; (for That was properly the Subject of the last Service which I performed;) But only in the exercise and usage of it, § crd p-acp n1 po11 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb p-acp n1, (r-crq vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) pns11 vmb xx av vvb np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi) dt j j n1, p-acp ro-crq pp-f av-jn pn31 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1; (c-acp d vbds av-j dt j-jn pp-f dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vvd;) cc-acp j p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 39 Page 43
215 as he is NONLATINALPHABET, (that is to say) a Mild, and a Gratious Master; as he is, (that is to say) a Mild, and a Gracious Master; c-acp pns31 vbz, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi) dt j, cc dt j n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 39 Page 43
216 whose Commands are so far from being burdensom and grievous, that even his Yoke makes us able to bear his Burden, and his Burden does enable us to wear his Yoke. At which Paradox to Nature if any Natural man stumble, he may illustrate it to himself by the Wings of an Eagle, which are indeed a Real Burden, and of Considerable Weight to the Eagle's Body, whose Commands Are so Far from being burdensome and grievous, that even his Yoke makes us able to bear his Burden, and his Burden does enable us to wear his Yoke. At which Paradox to Nature if any Natural man Stumble, he may illustrate it to himself by the Wings of an Eagl, which Are indeed a Real Burden, and of Considerable Weight to the Eagle's Body, rg-crq vvz vbr av av-j p-acp vbg j cc j, cst av po31 vvi vvz pno12 j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 vvi vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 vvi. p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp n1 cs d j n1 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr av dt j n1, cc pp-f j n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 39 Page 44
217 but such a Burden as by which she soars up loftily towards Heaven, which for want of That Burden would be a Groveler on the Earth. but such a Burden as by which she soars up loftily towards Heaven, which for want of That Burden would be a Groveler on the Earth. cc-acp d dt n1 c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp av-j p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f cst n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 39 Page 44
218 Or he may clear it by the weights of a Vulgar Clock, which, the heavier they are, do make it go so much the faster. Or he may clear it by the weights of a vulgar Clock, which, the Heavier they Are, do make it go so much the faster. cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq, dt jc pns32 vbr, pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi av av-d dt av-jc. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 39 Page 44
219 § 6. A Subject upon which I do the rather indulge my Thoughts, (thô better handled I doubt not by other men, § 6. A Subject upon which I do the rather indulge my Thoughts, (though better handled I doubt not by other men, § crd dt j-jn p-acp r-crq pns11 vdb dt av-c vvi po11 n2, (cs av-jc vvn pns11 vvb xx p-acp j-jn n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 44
220 and somewhat often by my self upon other Texts,) because we have Libertines in our days, and somewhat often by my self upon other Texts,) Because we have Libertines in our days, cc av av p-acp po11 n1 p-acp j-jn n2,) c-acp pns12 vhb n2 p-acp po12 n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 44
221 as there were Gnosticks in St. Iohn 's, who make the Law by which we live (I mean the Law of Christ's Gospel ) to need our Apologies and Defensatives, by bringing up an ill Report of the Christian Yoke, as if it were as hard as the Yoke of Moses, which neither we, nor our Fathers, neither the Prophets, as there were Gnostics in Saint John is, who make the Law by which we live (I mean the Law of Christ's Gospel) to need our Apologies and Defensatives, by bringing up an ill Report of the Christian Yoke, as if it were as hard as the Yoke of Moses, which neither we, nor our Father's, neither the prophets, c-acp pc-acp vbdr n2 p-acp n1 np1 vbz, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb (pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp vvg a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq d pns12, ccx po12 n2, d dt n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 44
222 nor the Apostles, were ever able well to bear, (Acts 15. 10.) Just as They who went to spy out the Land of Canaan, giving it out to be a Land which did eat up its Inhabitants; nor the Apostles, were ever able well to bear, (Acts 15. 10.) Just as They who went to spy out the Land of Canaan, giving it out to be a Land which did eat up its Inhabitants; ccx dt n2, vbdr av j av pc-acp vvi, (n2 crd crd) j c-acp pns32 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pn31 av pc-acp vbi dt n1 r-crq vdd vvi a-acp po31 n2; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 45
223 a Land full of Gyants, the Sons of Anak, in comparison with whom Themselves were Grashoppers. Yet they confessed it was a Land which even flow'd with milk and hony, excellent Figs, and Pomegranates, and such Gygantaean Grapes too, (in full proportion to the Inhabitants) that one single Cluster was fain to be carried on two men's shoulders. And Caleb thought it not impossible to take Possession of the Land, in order whereunto he pressed earnestly for an Essay; implying that All the Explorators, excepting Iosua and Himself, deceiv'd the People with their own Fears; thereby tempting them to murmur against the means of their Redemption, a Land full of Giants, the Sons of Anak, in comparison with whom Themselves were Grasshoppers. Yet they confessed it was a Land which even flowed with milk and honey, excellent Figs, and Pomegranates, and such Gygantaean Grapes too, (in full proportion to the Inhabitants) that one single Cluster was fain to be carried on two men's shoulders. And Caleb Thought it not impossible to take Possession of the Land, in order whereunto he pressed earnestly for an Essay; implying that All the Explorators, excepting Iosua and Himself, deceived the People with their own Fears; thereby tempting them to murmur against the means of their Redemption, dt n1 j pp-f n2, dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq px32 vbdr n2. av pns32 vvd pn31 vbds dt n1 r-crq j vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, j n2, cc n2, cc d jp n2 av, (p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2) cst pi j vvi vbds av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd ng2 n2. cc np1 vvd pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1; vvg cst d dt n2, vvg np1 cc px31, vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 d n2; av vvg pno32 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 45
224 and to think hardly of their Redeemer, as if he had put them upon the doing of things impossible to be done. So there are Multitudes even in Christendom, (and at this very day) Antinomians and Solifidians, who having not courage enough as Christians to make a Trial of their Ability, how far forth they are impowred to wear the Yoke of Christ's Commands, or bear the Burden of his Cross; And being unwilling that other Christians should be less cowardly than Themselves, have given it out among the People, that Christ commands Impossibilities. Which is as much as to say, that His Yoke is too hard, and to think hardly of their Redeemer, as if he had put them upon the doing of things impossible to be done. So there Are Multitudes even in Christendom, (and At this very day) Antinomians and Solifidians, who having not courage enough as Christians to make a Trial of their Ability, how Far forth they Are empowered to wear the Yoke of Christ's Commands, or bear the Burden of his Cross; And being unwilling that other Christians should be less cowardly than Themselves, have given it out among the People, that christ commands Impossibilities. Which is as much as to say, that His Yoke is too hard, cc pc-acp vvi av pp-f po32 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp dt vdg pp-f n2 j pc-acp vbi vdn. av a-acp vbr n2 av p-acp np1, (cc p-acp d j n1) njp2 cc fw-la, r-crq vhg xx n1 av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, c-crq av-j av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vvb dt vvb pp-f npg1 vvz, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi; cc vbg j cst j-jn np1 vmd vbi av-dc j cs px32, vhb vvn pn31 av p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vvz n2. r-crq vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n1 vbz av j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
225 and his Burden too heavy, and that by consequence their Rebellions are but the Infirmities of their Nature, which might have been possibly in their Wishes, but not at all in their Abilities to be avoided. and his Burden too heavy, and that by consequence their Rebellions Are but the Infirmities of their Nature, which might have been possibly in their Wishes, but not At all in their Abilities to be avoided. cc po31 n1 av j, cc cst p-acp n1 po32 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vmd vhi vbn av-j p-acp po32 n2, p-acp xx p-acp d p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
226 Whereas the Truth is, they are resolv'd to sit still, to be at peace with their Temptations, and not to make the best use of the Powers within them; Whereas the Truth is, they Are resolved to fit still, to be At peace with their Temptations, and not to make the best use of the Powers within them; cs dt n1 vbz, pns32 vbr vvd p-acp vvb av, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt js vvb pp-f dt n2 p-acp pno32; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
227 So that the Devil becomes strong, in that they make themselves weak; and 'tis in stead of Wisdom to him, that he finds men foolish. If at any time He conquers, it is because they do not fight; yea if he does not fly from them, it is because they do not resist him; So that the devil becomes strong, in that they make themselves weak; and it's in stead of Wisdom to him, that he finds men foolish. If At any time He conquers, it is Because they do not fight; yea if he does not fly from them, it is Because they do not resist him; av cst dt n1 vvz j, p-acp cst pns32 vvb px32 j; cc pn31|vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvz n2 j. cs p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi; uh cs pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
228 for so saith St. Iames expresly, Resist the Devil and he will fly from you. for so Says Saint James expressly, Resist the devil and he will fly from you. c-acp av vvz n1 np1 av-j, vvb dt n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
229 But Cowards call their mean Submissions, their Inabilities to resist, that so they may Sin without Scruple, or at least stop the Mouth of a clamorous Conscience. But Cowards call their mean Submissions, their Inabilities to resist, that so they may since without Scruple, or At least stop the Mouth of a clamorous Conscience. p-acp n2 vvb po32 j n2, po32 n2 pc-acp vvi, cst av pns32 vmb n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp ds vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
230 For building (as they do) upon a very great Falshood, that Christ commands Impossibilities; For building (as they do) upon a very great Falsehood, that christ commands Impossibilities; p-acp vvg (c-acp pns32 vdb) p-acp dt j j n1, cst np1 vvz n2; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 46
231 They make their Error the more Incurable, by adding to it as great a Truth, [ that having done all we can, in our submission to the Burden and Yoke of Christ, we shall never be accountable for All we cannot; They make their Error the more Incurable, by adding to it as great a Truth, [ that having done all we can, in our submission to the Burden and Yoke of christ, we shall never be accountable for All we cannot; pns32 vvb po32 n1 dt av-dc j, p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp j dt n1, [ cst vhg vdn d pns12 vmb, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb av-x vbi j p-acp d pns12 vmbx; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 47
232 because where our utmost obedience Ends, our Saviour's begins to be reckon'd to us. ] Because where our utmost Obedience Ends, our Saviour's begins to be reckoned to us. ] c-acp c-crq po12 j n1 n2, po12 ng1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12. ] (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 40 Page 47
233 Thus Truth and Falshood are tyed together by the Necks, (as Iupiter in Plato serv'd Ioy and Sorrow, ) that if they will not be friends, they may be made to be Companions; and even forced to conspire against their Wills, to make us tamely submit our Necks to the Yoke of Satan, in Pretence that our Saviour's is too ruggid for us to bear. Thus Truth and Falsehood Are tied together by the Necks, (as Iupiter in Plato served Joy and Sorrow,) that if they will not be Friends, they may be made to be Sodales; and even forced to conspire against their Wills, to make us tamely submit our Necks to the Yoke of Satan, in Pretence that our Saviour's is too rugged for us to bear. av n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n2, (c-acp np1 p-acp np1 vvn vvb cc n1,) cst cs pns32 vmb xx vbi n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi n2; cc av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 cst po12 ng1 vbz av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 41 Page 47
234 And Truth it self becomes hurtful, by being dishonestly tack'd on to as great a Falshood. And Truth it self becomes hurtful, by being dishonestly tacked on to as great a Falsehood. cc n1 pn31 n1 vvz j, p-acp vbg av-j vvn a-acp p-acp a-acp j dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 41 Page 47
235 § 7. But God be thanked there are others of Caleb's brave Judgment and Disposition; § 7. But God be thanked there Are Others of Caleb's brave Judgement and Disposition; § crd p-acp np1 vbb vvn pc-acp vbr n2-jn pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 47
236 who think of Christ with more Reverence, than to believe that His Yoke is insupportable, or that he looks for harder Services than he enables us to perform. who think of christ with more reverence, than to believe that His Yoke is insupportable, or that he looks for harder Services than he enables us to perform. q-crq vvb pp-f np1 p-acp dc n1, cs pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 vbz j, cc cst pns31 vvz p-acp jc n2 cs pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 47
237 They judge that Christ commands nothing but what is reasonable, and congruous, and therefore Possible to be done; They judge that christ commands nothing but what is reasonable, and congruous, and Therefore Possible to be done; pns32 vvb cst np1 vvz pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j, cc j, cc av j pc-acp vbi vdn; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 47
238 at least in That sincere measure wherein he mercifully exacts it, and with all those Assistances which He continually affords ▪ and with those Equitable Grains, which as a Saviour he allows for human Frailty. At least in That sincere measure wherein he mercifully exacts it, and with all those Assistances which He continually affords ▪ and with those Equitable Grains, which as a Saviour he allows for human Frailty. p-acp ds p-acp cst j vvb c-crq pns31 av-j vvz pn31, cc p-acp d d n2 r-crq pns31 av-j vvz ▪ cc p-acp d j n2, r-crq c-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp j n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 48
239 And therefore they strive so much the harder to put his Commands in Execution; to wear the Yoke of his Precepts in all parts equally. And Therefore they strive so much the harder to put his Commands in Execution; to wear the Yoke of his Precepts in all parts equally. cc av pns32 vvb av av-d dt jc pc-acp vvi po31 vvz p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n2 av-jn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 48
240 They think the Difficulties are such as by the strength of his Grace they are impowred to overcome; more Invited by the Pomgranates and Grapes of Canaan, than discouraged with the Gyants, which are to be grapl'd with in the way. And thence it is that they neglect not the Visible means of being happy to all Eternity, They think the Difficulties Are such as by the strength of his Grace they Are empowered to overcome; more Invited by the Pomegranates and Grapes of Canaan, than discouraged with the Giants, which Are to be grappled with in the Way. And thence it is that they neglect not the Visible means of being happy to all Eternity, pns32 vvb dt n2 vbr d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vvn; av-dc vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, cs vvn p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1. cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vvb xx dt j n2 pp-f vbg j p-acp d n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 48
241 for fear of a temporary unhappiness 'twixt Them and It. for Fear of a temporary unhappiness betwixt Them and It. p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno32 cc np1 (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 42 Page 48
242 § 8. Indeed the Sons of Disobedience, who court the Friendship of the World, and thence are said by St. Iames to be The Enemies of God, may make an Objection of their Experience against the Saying of our Saviour touching the Easiness of his Yoke, and against St. Iohn 's Exposition of it, § 8. Indeed the Sons of Disobedience, who court the Friendship of the World, and thence Are said by Saint James to be The Enemies of God, may make an Objection of their Experience against the Saying of our Saviour touching the Easiness of his Yoke, and against Saint John is Exposition of it, § crd np1 dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 vvb p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi, cc p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f pn31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 43 Page 48
243 when he saith of Christ's Commandments, they are not grievous. when he Says of Christ's commandments, they Are not grievous. c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f npg1 n2, pns32 vbr xx j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 43 Page 48
244 For hath not Christ commanded all men to love their Enemies? and is not That a Grievous Precept unto Them who forsake and detest their Friends? Hath not Christ commanded all men to be content with their Own, nor so much as to covet their Neighbours Goods? and is not That a Grievous Precept, to such as live upon Plunder, or Defraudation? Hath not Christ commanded all men the rigid Duty of Selfdenial? and is not That a Grievous Precept to our Proverbial Apolausticks, who deny themselves nothing that Heart can wish, For hath not christ commanded all men to love their Enemies? and is not That a Grievous Precept unto Them who forsake and detest their Friends? Hath not christ commanded all men to be content with their Own, nor so much as to covet their Neighbours Goods? and is not That a Grievous Precept, to such as live upon Plunder, or Defraudation? Hath not christ commanded all men the rigid Duty of Self-denial? and is not That a Grievous Precept to our Proverbial Apolausticks, who deny themselves nothing that Heart can wish, c-acp vhz xx np1 vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2? cc vbz xx d dt j n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb cc vvb po32 n2? vhz xx np1 vvd d n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 d, ccx av av-d c-acp p-acp vvb po32 ng1 n2-j? cc vbz xx d dt j n1, p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc n1? vhz xx np1 vvd d n2 dt j n1 pp-f j? cc vbz xx d dt j n1 p-acp po12 np1 n2, r-crq vvb px32 pix d n1 vmb vvi, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 43 Page 49
245 but indulge themselves in all that either their Appetites can crave, or their Fancies call for? Nay hath not Christ commanded all men to take up his Cross, but indulge themselves in all that either their Appetites can crave, or their Fancies call for? Nay hath not christ commanded all men to take up his Cross, cc-acp vvb px32 p-acp d cst d po32 n2 vmb vvi, cc po32 n2 vvb p-acp? uh vhz xx np1 vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 43 Page 49
246 and to bear That after him? and is not That a Grievous Precept, to such as love to lay it heavily upon other mens Shoulders? How then are his Yoke and his Burden easy, when the greatest part of men do slip their Necks out of the former, and to bear That After him? and is not That a Grievous Precept, to such as love to lay it heavily upon other men's Shoulders? How then Are his Yoke and his Burden easy, when the greatest part of men do slip their Necks out of the former, cc pc-acp vvi cst p-acp pno31? cc vbz xx d dt j n1, p-acp d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j p-acp j-jn ng2 n2? c-crq av vbr po31 vvi cc po31 vvb j, c-crq dt js n1 pp-f n2 vdb vvi po32 n2 av pp-f dt j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 43 Page 49
247 and cast the later (not upon, but) behind their Backs? and cast the later (not upon, but) behind their Backs? cc vvd dt jc (xx p-acp, p-acp) p-acp po32 n2? (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 43 Page 49
248 § 9. Thus in the person of a Demas, who hath embraced this present world for want of a Confidence in the next, I have objected against my Text as strongly at least as I am able, § 9. Thus in the person of a Demas, who hath embraced this present world for want of a Confidence in the next, I have objected against my Text as strongly At least as I am able, § crd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, r-crq vhz vvn d j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1 c-acp av-j p-acp ds c-acp pns11 vbm j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
249 and against the Exposition St. Iohn made of it against the Gnosticks: And I think I have done it with very great Reason. and against the Exposition Saint John made of it against the Gnostics: And I think I have done it with very great Reason. cc p-acp dt n1 n1 np1 vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2: cc pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vdn pn31 p-acp av j n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
250 For as an Objection is never stronger, than when it is borrowed from Experience; So Truth is never more Glorious, For as an Objection is never Stronger, than when it is borrowed from Experience; So Truth is never more Glorious, p-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz av jc, cs c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1; av n1 vbz av-x av-dc j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
251 than Oppositions and Objections (by being well answer'd) are apt to make it. than Oppositions and Objections (by being well answered) Are apt to make it. cs n2 cc n2 (p-acp vbg av vvn) vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
252 Nor can an Objection be better answer'd, or more to the Snarler 's satisfaction, than when Experience as well as Reason, even in the Greatest and Best of men, is opposed to the Experience and Wants of Reason in the Worst. The Answer cannot be Categorical, Nor can an Objection be better answered, or more to the Snarler is satisfaction, than when Experience as well as Reason, even in the Greatest and Best of men, is opposed to the Experience and Wants of Reason in the Worst. The Answer cannot be Categorical, ccx vmb dt n1 vbb av-jc vvn, cc av-dc p-acp dt fw-fr vbz n1, cs c-crq vvb c-acp av c-acp n1, av p-acp dt js cc js pp-f n2, vbz vvn p-acp dt vvb cc vvz pp-f vvb p-acp dt av-js. dt n1 vmbx vbi j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
253 but must be adaequate to the Objection, and so proceed by several Steps; but must be adequate to the Objection, and so proceed by several Steps; cc-acp vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp j vvz; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
254 First in general, and then in some of the choisest or the most difficult of the Particulars. First in general, and then in Some of the Choicest or the most difficult of the Particulars. ord p-acp n1, cc av p-acp d pp-f dt js cc dt av-ds j pp-f dt n2-j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
255 First I answer in general, That when 'tis said by our Lord, his yoke is easy, and burden light, it is not meant in relation to That inveterate rank of Sinners, in whom the God of this World (as St. Paul calls the Devil) hath blinded the Minds; whose Consciences are callous, First I answer in general, That when it's said by our Lord, his yoke is easy, and burden Light, it is not meant in Relation to That inveterate rank of Sinners, in whom the God of this World (as Saint Paul calls the devil) hath blinded the Minds; whose Consciences Are callous, ord pns11 vvb p-acp n1, cst c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, po31 n1 vbz j, cc n1 n1, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz dt n1) vhz vvn dt n2; rg-crq n2 vbr j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 50
256 and cauteriz'd, who (like Them in the Acts ) do always resist the Holy Ghost, and have not only grieved, but even quench'd the Spirit of Grace. and cauterized, who (like Them in the Acts) do always resist the Holy Ghost, and have not only grieved, but even quenched the Spirit of Grace. cc vvn, r-crq (vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2) vdb av vvb dt j n1, cc vhb xx av-j vvn, p-acp j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 51
257 It is not meant of Those Profligates, who shake Christ's Yoke from off their Necks, and tread his Burden under their Feet. But as 'tis meant that his Yoke is smooth and easy in it self, or easy to Them who are wont to wear it, (whereby they have fitted it for their Necks, It is not meant of Those Profligates, who shake Christ's Yoke from off their Necks, and tread his Burden under their Feet. But as it's meant that his Yoke is smooth and easy in it self, or easy to Them who Are wont to wear it, (whereby they have fitted it for their Necks, pn31 vbz xx vvn pp-f d vvz, r-crq vvb npg1 vvb p-acp a-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po31 vvi p-acp po32 n2. p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz vvn cst po31 vvi vbz j cc j p-acp pn31 n1, cc j p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr j p-acp vvb pn31, (c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp po32 n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 51
258 and their Necks for It,) so 'tis meant that his Burden is not absolutely and simply, but comparatively light; and their Necks for It,) so it's meant that his Burden is not absolutely and simply, but comparatively Light; cc po32 n2 p-acp pn31,) av pn31|vbz vvn cst po31 n1 vbz xx av-j cc av-j, p-acp av-j j; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 51
259 in respect of That Glory, whereof it works for us a weight unspeakable; and in respect of That Burden, of God's heavy Vengeance, from which it frees us. in respect of That Glory, whereof it works for us a weight unspeakable; and in respect of That Burden, of God's heavy Vengeance, from which it frees us. p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pn31 n2 p-acp pno12 dt n1 j; cc p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f npg1 j n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz pno12. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 51
260 In like manner when St. Iohn affirms of Christ as a Legislator, that his Commandments are not grievous, it is not meant with respect to the Carnal minded, who are said by St. Paul to be at Enmity with God; (for to men of sore Eyes the glorious Bounty of the Sun is the greatest Nuisance, and so to men of sick Palates the very best meat is the most unsavorie; ) But 'tis meant that his Commandments are not grievous in Themselves, nor to such as have the Patience to try them throughly, nor have forfeited or lost the moral honesty of their Nature, which The God of good Nature implanted in them. In like manner when Saint John affirms of christ as a Legislator, that his commandments Are not grievous, it is not meant with respect to the Carnal minded, who Are said by Saint Paul to be At Enmity with God; (for to men of soar Eyes the glorious Bounty of the Sun is the greatest Nuisance, and so to men of sick Palates the very best meat is the most unsavoury;) But it's meant that his commandments Are not grievous in Themselves, nor to such as have the Patience to try them thoroughly, nor have forfeited or lost the moral honesty of their Nature, which The God of good Nature implanted in them. p-acp j n1 c-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cst po31 n2 vbr xx j, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j vvn, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f av-j n2 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt js n1, cc av p-acp n2 pp-f j n2 dt j js n1 vbz dt av-ds j;) cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn cst po31 n2 vbr xx j p-acp px32, ccx p-acp d c-acp vhb dt n1 p-acp vvb pno32 av-j, ccx vhb vvn cc vvn dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 52
261 Shall sore Eyes object against the soundest, that of All noxious things, Light it self is the most hurtful? or shall a Blind man infer, (and that from the Topick of Experience,) that the Sun in his Meridian is in reality but a Shadow? Or shall a man of the most depraved and paved Palate, be allow'd to argue well from his own Experience, that Salt it self has no Savour? nor any thing else that is season'd with it? and is therefore fit for nothing but to be cast unto the Dunghill? No, the Objection lyes clearly against the Soreness of the man's Eyes, and the Sickness of his Palate, Not at all against the Sun, and as little against the Salt, which are evinced by the Experience as well of the Most as the most judicious, (indeed of All mortals who are not mad,) to be as good and useful Creatures, Shall soar Eyes Object against the soundest, that of All noxious things, Light it self is the most hurtful? or shall a Blind man infer, (and that from the Topic of Experience,) that the Sun in his Meridian is in reality but a Shadow? Or shall a man of the most depraved and paved Palate, be allowed to argue well from his own Experience, that Salt it self has no Savour? nor any thing Else that is seasoned with it? and is Therefore fit for nothing but to be cast unto the Dunghill? No, the Objection lies clearly against the Soreness of the Man's Eyes, and the Sickness of his Palate, Not At all against the Sun, and as little against the Salt, which Are evinced by the Experience as well of the Most as the most judicious, (indeed of All mortals who Are not mad,) to be as good and useful Creatures, vmb av-j n2 vvi p-acp dt js, cst pp-f d j n2, vvb pn31 n1 vbz dt av-ds j? cc vmb dt j n1 vvi, (cc cst p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1,) cst dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1? cc vmb dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-vvn cc j-vvn n1, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 d n1, cst n1 pn31 n1 vhz dx n1? ccx d n1 av cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31? cc vbz av j p-acp pix cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? uh-dx, dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx p-acp d p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt vvb c-acp av pp-f dt av-ds p-acp dt av-ds j, (av pp-f d n2-jn r-crq vbr xx j,) pc-acp vbi a-acp j cc j n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 52
262 as any are in the upper, and lower world. as any Are in the upper, and lower world. c-acp d vbr p-acp dt jc, cc jc n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 44 Page 52
263 This is the Monogram of the Answer I purpose in general to the Objection, (before I descend to the most difficult of the Particulars,) And I am now to fill it up with as good a Zographesis as I am able. This is the Monogram of the Answer I purpose in general to the Objection, (before I descend to the most difficult of the Particulars,) And I am now to fill it up with as good a Zographesis as I am able. d vbz dt np1 pp-f dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp j p-acp dt n1, (c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt av-ds j pp-f dt n2-j,) cc pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp p-acp j dt np1 c-acp pns11 vbm j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 45 Page 53
264 § 10. First then to strengthen our Resolutions of accustoming our selves to Law and Discipline, And not to wear the Yoke of Christ, just as the Ox wears his Master's, meerly for fear of being goaded, but from a principle of Love to the Yoke it self; let us consider how those Commandments, which do make up the Law or the Yoke of Christ, do but exact the things of us which are agreeable to our Reason, and therefore suitable to our Nature, and therefore consonant to our Desires. I mean our Rational Desires, which we Injoy, as we are Men; though not our brutish ones, which we suffer, as we are Animals, and which (without any difference) are common unto us with the Beasts that perish. It should be natural for us (as Men, indued with Reason,) to Love the Beauty of our Lord, § 10. First then to strengthen our Resolutions of accustoming our selves to Law and Discipline, And not to wear the Yoke of christ, just as the Ox wears his Masters, merely for Fear of being goaded, but from a principle of Love to the Yoke it self; let us Consider how those commandments, which do make up the Law or the Yoke of christ, do but exact the things of us which Are agreeable to our Reason, and Therefore suitable to our Nature, and Therefore consonant to our Desires. I mean our Rational Desires, which we Enjoy, as we Are Men; though not our brutish ones, which we suffer, as we Are Animals, and which (without any difference) Are Common unto us with the Beasts that perish. It should be natural for us (as Men, endued with Reason,) to Love the Beauty of our Lord, § crd np1 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pp-f vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, j c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 ng1, av-j p-acp vvb pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt vvb pn31 n1; vvb pno12 vvi c-crq d n2, r-crq vdb vvi a-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vdb p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pno12 r-crq vbr j p-acp po12 n1, cc av j p-acp po12 n1, cc av j p-acp po12 vvz. pns11 vvb po12 j vvz, r-crq pns12 vvb, c-acp pns12 vbr n2; cs xx po12 j pi2, r-crq pns12 vvi, c-acp pns12 vbr n2, cc r-crq (p-acp d n1) vbr j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 cst vvb. pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno12 (c-acp n2, vvn p-acp n1,) p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 53
265 and to fear his Power. Because we naturally incline to the Means of Safety, at least as far as we do know them, and to Fear his Power. Because we naturally incline to the Means of Safety, At least as Far as we do know them, cc p-acp vvb po31 n1. c-acp pns12 av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp ds p-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vdb vvb pno32, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 53
266 or believe them to be such. Now all that tends unto our Safety may be reduc't to two Heads, Seeking God, and Eschewing Evil. And Rational Nature does incline, or believe them to be such. Now all that tends unto our Safety may be reduced to two Heads, Seeking God, and Eschewing Evil. And Rational Nature does incline, cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi d. av d cst vvz p-acp po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2, vvg np1, cc vvg np1 cc j n1 vdz vvi, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 53
267 as well to the first, as to the Second. Nay as Things which are good, and have a Tendency to our Safety, are more or less excellent, and useful to us; as well to the First, as to the Second. Nay as Things which Are good, and have a Tendency to our Safety, Are more or less excellent, and useful to us; c-acp av p-acp dt ord, c-acp p-acp dt ord. uh p-acp n2 r-crq vbr j, cc vhb dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, vbr n1 cc av-dc j, cc j p-acp pno12; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 54
268 so Nature, whilst it is Rational, must needs incline to That of the Higher, more strongly than to That of the Lower Value. so Nature, while it is Rational, must needs incline to That of the Higher, more strongly than to That of the Lower Valve. av n1, cs pn31 vbz j, vmb av vvi p-acp d pp-f dt jc, av-dc av-j cs p-acp d pp-f dt jc vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 54
269 And that which saves a man for ever, being of much an higher value, than that which saves him but for a Time, 'Tis plain that Nature, being Rational, does most incline towards the former: And all the Commandments of our Lord having a Tendency unto That, are by consequence agreeable to human Nature. Especially when our Nature is also rectified by Grace, which does not fail to work with any, who do not fail to work with It; And however insufficient to make us Sinless, is yet abundantly sufficient to make us single and sincere. Less than which in our Service our Master's Iustice cannot exact, And that which saves a man for ever, being of much an higher valve, than that which saves him but for a Time, It's plain that Nature, being Rational, does most incline towards the former: And all the commandments of our Lord having a Tendency unto That, Are by consequence agreeable to human Nature. Especially when our Nature is also rectified by Grace, which does not fail to work with any, who do not fail to work with It; And however insufficient to make us Sinless, is yet abundantly sufficient to make us single and sincere. Less than which in our Service our Masters justice cannot exact, cc cst r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp av, vbg pp-f d dt jc n1, cs d r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz j cst n1, vbg j, vdz ds vvi p-acp dt j: cc d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vhg dt n1 p-acp cst, vbr p-acp n1 j p-acp j n1. av-j q-crq po12 n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d, r-crq vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; cc c-acp j pc-acp vvi pno12 j, vbz av av-j j pc-acp vvi pno12 j cc j. av-dc cs r-crq p-acp po12 n1 po12 ng1 ng1 vmbx vvi, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 54
270 And the Equity of his Gospel exacts no more. And the Equity of his Gospel exacts no more. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz av-dx av-dc. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 46 Page 54
271 § 11. The Truth of which may be evinced, from the Absurdity which would follow its being supposed to be False. For the Moral Commands of Christ, like the Moral commands of Moses, must be acknowledged to be Holy, Iust, and Good. Which yet I know not how they could be, were they not adequate to the Faculties of Grace and Reason. For what Goodness can there be, in an Impossibility of doing the Good that is required? or what holiness can there be, in unavoidable transgressions for want of strength? Or what Iustice can it be, that any Rational Agent should be accomptable for the Things he could never help? To command Impossibilities is not agreeable to Reason, in Him who threatens an Endless Punishment for not performing what is commanded. § 11. The Truth of which may be evinced, from the Absurdity which would follow its being supposed to be False. For the Moral Commands of christ, like the Moral commands of Moses, must be acknowledged to be Holy, Just, and Good. Which yet I know not how they could be, were they not adequate to the Faculties of Grace and Reason. For what goodness can there be, in an Impossibility of doing the Good that is required? or what holiness can there be, in unavoidable transgressions for want of strength? Or what justice can it be, that any Rational Agent should be accountable for the Things he could never help? To command Impossibilities is not agreeable to Reason, in Him who threatens an Endless Punishment for not performing what is commanded. § crd dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi po31 vbg vvn pc-acp vbi j. p-acp dt j vvz pp-f np1, av-j dt j n2 pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, j, cc j. r-crq av pns11 vvb xx c-crq pns32 vmd vbi, vbdr pns32 xx j p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc n1. p-acp r-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg dt j cst vbz vvn? cc r-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi, p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1? cc q-crq n1 vmb pn31 vbi, cst d j n1 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2 pns31 vmd av-x vvi? pc-acp vvi n2 vbz xx j p-acp n1, p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz dt j n1 c-acp xx vvg r-crq vbz vvn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 55
272 And therefore no such hard Yoke can be imposed by our Lord on the Neck of Any. No such heavy and grievous Burden can be laid by a Saviour on any Shoulder. For though 'tis true that the Reprobates, (both men, And Therefore no such hard Yoke can be imposed by our Lord on the Neck of Any. No such heavy and grievous Burden can be laid by a Saviour on any Shoulder. For though it's true that the Reprobates, (both men, cc av dx d j vvb vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. av-dx d j cc j vvb vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. c-acp cs pn31|vbz j cst dt n2-jn, (d n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 55
273 and Devils,) being left, and forsaken, and finally given over by the Iudge of all the world, are under a sad Impossibility of doing Good; yet it is as true too, that they drew upon themselves such a deplorable Necessity of doing evil, They were not created in That Condition. and Devils,) being left, and forsaken, and finally given over by the Judge of all the world, Are under a sad Impossibility of doing Good; yet it is as true too, that they drew upon themselves such a deplorable Necessity of doing evil, They were not created in That Condition. cc n2,) vbg vvn, cc vvn, cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vdg j; av pn31 vbz a-acp j av, cst pns32 vvd p-acp px32 d dt j n1 pp-f vdg n-jn, pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp cst n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 55
274 For God created them upright, and made them capable of Duty; But they found out and follow'd their own Inventions, whereby to lose the Capability which God had given them, Eccles. 7. 29. If men are so wilful in using the Liberty of their Wills, as to make an absolute Covenant with Death, and with Hell to be at Agreement; For God created them upright, and made them capable of Duty; But they found out and followed their own Inventions, whereby to loose the Capability which God had given them, Eccles. 7. 29. If men Are so wilful in using the Liberty of their Wills, as to make an absolute Covenant with Death, and with Hell to be At Agreement; p-acp np1 vvd pno32 av-j, cc vvd pno32 j pp-f n1; p-acp pns32 vvd av cc vvd po32 d n2, c-crq pc-acp vvb dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32, np1 crd crd cs n2 vbr av j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 56
275 if they will Sin with both hands, (as one Prophet words it) and draw Iniquity as with a Cartrope, (as it is in Another) No wonder if in the words of the Book of Wisdom, they pull Destruction upon Themselves with the work of their hands. if they will since with both hands, (as one Prophet words it) and draw Iniquity as with a Cartrope, (as it is in another) No wonder if in the words of the Book of Wisdom, they pull Destruction upon Themselves with the work of their hands. cs pns32 vmb n1 p-acp d n2, (c-acp pi n1 n2 pn31) cc vvb n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn) uh-dx vvb cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb n1 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 56
276 And in These considerations, All who are Lovers of Christ indeed, and think ingenuously of him, And in These considerations, All who Are Lovers of christ indeed, and think ingenuously of him, cc p-acp d n2, d r-crq vbr n2 pp-f np1 av, cc vvb av-j pp-f pno31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 56
277 and are not grosly injurious to him, nor have an evident pique at him, must either say that he commands us in proportion to our Talents of Grace and Reason, or will not punish us for the Not doing what is impossible to be done. and Are not grossly injurious to him, nor have an evident pique At him, must either say that he commands us in proportion to our Talents of Grace and Reason, or will not Punish us for the Not doing what is impossible to be done. cc vbr xx av-j j p-acp pno31, ccx vhb dt j vvi p-acp pno31, vmb av-d vvi cst pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, cc vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt xx vdg q-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vdn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 56
278 Thus as the Antinomian Error may be sufficiently confuted by Arguments leading ad Absurdum, so the Truth of Christ's Doctrin is as sufficiently confirmed, by the Absurdity which would follow its being supposed to be false. Thus as the Antinomian Error may be sufficiently confuted by Arguments leading and Absurdum, so the Truth of Christ's Doctrine is as sufficiently confirmed, by the Absurdity which would follow its being supposed to be false. av c-acp dt jp n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp n2 vvg cc np1, av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz a-acp av-j vvn, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi po31 vbg vvn pc-acp vbi j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 47 Page 56
279 § 12. Again if we are not out of our Wits, nor have cast off the Gentleness and Humanity of our Nature, we are not able to give an Instance in any one of Christ's Commands which is truly grievous; we cannot pitch on That precept which is not agreeable to our Nature. § 12. Again if we Are not out of our Wits, nor have cast off the Gentleness and Humanity of our Nature, we Are not able to give an Instance in any one of Christ's Commands which is truly grievous; we cannot pitch on That precept which is not agreeable to our Nature. § crd av cs pns12 vbr xx av pp-f po12 n2, ccx vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d crd pp-f npg1 vvz r-crq vbz av-j j; pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp cst n1 r-crq vbz xx j p-acp po12 n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 48 Page 57
280 For what other is the Sum of all his Commandments put together, than that we do to all others, For what other is the Sum of all his commandments put together, than that we do to all Others, p-acp r-crq n-jn vbz dt vvb pp-f d po31 n2 vvd av, cs cst pns12 vdb p-acp d n2-jn, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 48 Page 57
281 as we would that all others should do to us? And what is That, but the Law of Nature? not only written by Severus (a meerly Heathen Emperour) in all his Plates, and publick works, as we would that all Others should do to us? And what is That, but the Law of Nature? not only written by Severus (a merely Heathen Emperor) in all his Plataea, and public works, c-acp pns12 vmd d d n2-jn vmd vdi p-acp pno12? cc q-crq vbz cst, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? xx av-j vvn p-acp np1 (dt av-j j-jn n1) p-acp d po31 n2, cc j n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 48 Page 57
282 But by the invisible finger of God, in the natural Heart and Conscience of man as man, till Tract of Time and Evil Custom (in some depraved persons) have raz'd it out? Let us keep but This precept, But by the invisible finger of God, in the natural Heart and Conscience of man as man, till Tract of Time and Evil Custom (in Some depraved Persons) have razed it out? Let us keep but This precept, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc j-jn n1 (p-acp d j-vvn n2) vhb vvn pn31 av? vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 48 Page 57
283 and break the rest, if we are able. and break the rest, if we Are able. cc vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vbr j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 48 Page 57
284 For what does our Lord require of us in any one or more parts of his Royal Law, which is not easily reducible to this one Head? Deal we as righteously with men, as by men we would be dealt with; And let us do the Will of God, with as much singleness and Zeal, as we desire that God himself will be pleas'd to do ours; And then we have at once fulfill'd the Law of Nature, and of Christ too. For what does our Lord require of us in any one or more parts of his Royal Law, which is not Easily reducible to this one Head? Deal we as righteously with men, as by men we would be dealt with; And let us do the Will of God, with as much singleness and Zeal, as we desire that God himself will be pleased to do ours; And then we have At once fulfilled the Law of Nature, and of christ too. p-acp q-crq vdz po12 n1 vvi pp-f pno12 p-acp d crd cc av-dc n2 pp-f po31 j n1, r-crq vbz xx av-j j p-acp d crd n1? n1 pns12 p-acp av-j p-acp n2, p-acp p-acp n2 pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp; cc vvb pno12 vdb dt vmb pp-f np1, p-acp c-acp d n1 cc n1, c-acp pns12 vvb cst np1 px31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vdb png12; cc av pns12 vhb p-acp a-acp vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f np1 av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 48 Page 57
285 § 13. Now if the Yoke of Christ's Precepts is thus easy in it self, how smooth and easy is it to Them, who have inur'd themselves to it by their Obedience? an Argument taken from Experience will be as cogent as any can be. § 13. Now if the Yoke of Christ's Precepts is thus easy in it self, how smooth and easy is it to Them, who have inured themselves to it by their obedience? an Argument taken from Experience will be as cogent as any can be. § crd av cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 vbz av j p-acp pn31 n1, c-crq j cc j vbz pn31 p-acp pno32, r-crq vhb vvn px32 p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 n1? dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 vmb vbi a-acp j c-acp d vmb vbi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 58
286 David found, after a great and a long Experience, that the Commandments of God were sweeter to him, David found, After a great and a long Experience, that the commandments of God were Sweeten to him, np1 vvn, p-acp dt j cc dt j n1, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr jc p-acp pno31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 58
287 than the Hony, and Hony-comb, Psal. 19. 10. where the word Hony being us'd, by a kind of a Proverb among the Hebrews, for all imaginable objects of Sensual Pleasure, 'tis plain the meaning of the Prophet must needs be This; than the Honey, and Honeycomb, Psalm 19. 10. where the word Honey being used, by a kind of a Proverb among the Hebrews, for all imaginable objects of Sensual Pleasure, it's plain the meaning of the Prophet must needs be This; cs dt n1, cc n1, np1 crd crd n1 dt n1 n1 vbg vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np2, p-acp d j n2 pp-f j n1, pn31|vbz j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av vbi d; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 58
288 that the Pleasure arising to him from the Rectitude of his Actions, and an uniform obedience to Gods Commands, was as much greater than any pleasure which he had ever yet injoy'd in the Breaches of them, that the Pleasure arising to him from the Rectitude of his Actions, and an uniform Obedience to God's Commands, was as much greater than any pleasure which he had ever yet enjoyed in the Breaches of them, cst dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt j n1 p-acp n2 vvz, vbds c-acp av-d jc cs d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd av av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 58
289 as the Pleasure which smites the Soul, is greater than That which affects the Body. Betwixt which two there is so signal and wide a Difference, that (by an obvious Antimetabole ) the Pleasure of the Soul is the Soul of Pleasure; as the Pleasure which smites the Soul, is greater than That which affects the Body. Betwixt which two there is so signal and wide a Difference, that (by an obvious Antimetabole) the Pleasure of the Soul is the Soul of Pleasure; c-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, vbz jc cs d r-crq vvz dt n1. p-acp r-crq crd a-acp vbz av n1 cc j dt n1, cst (p-acp dt j np1) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 58
290 to which the pleasure of the Body is in comparison nothing more than a putrid Carcass. And as the Pleasures of the Soul are by much the greatest, to which the pleasure of the Body is in comparison nothing more than a putrid Carcase. And as the Pleasures of the Soul Are by much the greatest, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pix av-dc cs dt j n1. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp d dt js, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
291 so 'tis the Soul's greatest Pleasure, to arrive at an Ability to despise That of the Body. so it's the Soul's greatest Pleasure, to arrive At an Ability to despise That of the Body. av pn31|vbz dt ng1 js n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb cst pp-f dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
292 Such was the Savour and the Gust which David had of God's Precepts, and such was his Accompt of the Delight he took in them. Such was the Savour and the Gust which David had of God's Precepts, and such was his Account of the Delight he took in them. d vbds dt vvb cc dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd pp-f npg1 n2, cc d vbds po31 vvb pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp pno32. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
293 And surely All People of Vertue in all the Ages of the World, have ever said the same thing from the same Experience. And surely All People of Virtue in all the Ages of the World, have ever said the same thing from the same Experience. cc av-j d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vhb av vvn dt d n1 p-acp dt d n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
294 So that if any body is not of David 's Mind, 'tis meerly for want of his Experience. For the Proof of sweet things lyes in the Trial, and the Taste. As the Psalmist cry'd out in one place, Lord how sweet are thy words unto my Taste! So that if any body is not of David is Mind, it's merely for want of his Experience. For the Proof of sweet things lies in the Trial, and the Taste. As the Psalmist cried out in one place, Lord how sweet Are thy words unto my Taste! av cst cs d n1 vbz xx pp-f np1 vbz n1, pn31|vbz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt vvb. p-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp crd n1, n1 c-crq j vbr po21 n2 p-acp po11 n1! (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
295 yea sweeter than Hony unto my Mouth! So he prayed in another, Lord open thou my lips. yea Sweeten than Honey unto my Mouth! So he prayed in Another, Lord open thou my lips. uh av-jc cs n1 p-acp po11 n1! av pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn, n1 vvb pns21 po11 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
296 For he knew he could not Taste that Food from Heaven, whilst carnal prejudice and perversness had shut his Mouth. First therefore having pray'd that God will open our lips, (as the Psalmist did) we must indeavour (as He did too) to taste, and see, how gratious the Lord is, and not only in his Promises, but Precepts also. For he knew he could not Taste that Food from Heaven, while carnal prejudice and perverseness had shut his Mouth. First Therefore having prayed that God will open our lips, (as the Psalmist did) we must endeavour (as He did too) to taste, and see, how gracious the Lord is, and not only in his Promises, but Precepts also. c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vmd xx vvi cst n1 p-acp n1, cs j vvi cc n1 vhd vvn po31 n1. ord av vhg vvd cst np1 vmb vvi po12 n2, (c-acp dt n1 vdd) pns12 vmb vvi (c-acp pns31 vdd av) p-acp vvb, cc vvb, c-crq j dt n1 vbz, cc xx av-j p-acp po31 vvz, p-acp n2 av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
297 Which the oftner we taste, with the more Appetite shall we desire them. But we know not how they taste, before we taste them. Which the oftener we taste, with the more Appetite shall we desire them. But we know not how they taste, before we taste them. r-crq dt av-c pns12 vvi, p-acp dt av-dc n1 vmb pns12 vvb pno32. cc-acp pns12 vvb xx c-crq pns32 vvb, p-acp pns12 vvb pno32. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 59
298 As he who covets, knows not the sweetness of Contentment. Nor he the Delights of living chastly, who has Eyes full of Adultery. Nor he the deliciousness of Temperance, who hath made himself a Slave to Debauch and Surfet. As he who covets, knows not the sweetness of Contentment. Nor he the Delights of living chastely, who has Eyes full of Adultery. Nor he the deliciousness of Temperance, who hath made himself a Slave to Debauch and Surfeit. p-acp pns31 r-crq vvz, vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1. ccx pns31 dt n2 pp-f j-vvg av-j, r-crq vhz n2 j pp-f n1. ccx pns31 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhz vvn px31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 60
299 Fraudulent Persons could not be Fraudulent, if they experimented the Pleasure of upright Dealing; But they must actually be upright in all their Dealing, before they can find out the Pleasure of it. Fraudulent Persons could not be Fraudulent, if they experimented the Pleasure of upright Dealing; But they must actually be upright in all their Dealing, before they can find out the Pleasure of it. j n2 vmd xx vbi j, cs pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f av-j vvg; p-acp pns32 vmb av-j vbi av-j p-acp d po32 vvg, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 60
300 The Royal Prophet therefore said well, That WHEN he had KEPT the Commandments, he loved them exceedingly; The Royal Prophet Therefore said well, That WHEN he had KEPT the commandments, he loved them exceedingly; dt j n1 av vvd av, cst c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n2, pns31 vvd pno32 av-vvg; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 60
301 Not that he loved them exceedingly before he kept them. Not that he loved them exceedingly before he kept them. xx cst pns31 vvd pno32 av-vvg a-acp pns31 vvd pno32. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 60
302 What else was it which induced him to speak so kindly of his Afflictions, to say that God of very Faithfulness had caused him to be troubled, but that he was thereby much assisted in the keeping of the Commandments, which, he knew by much experience, are naturally apt to rejoyce the Heart, Psal. 19. 8. and that in the very keeping of them is great Reward, Psal. 19. 11. But where a Cloud of Vitious Habits doth incessantly interpose bewixt the Eye and the Object, how can the Beauty of the Commandments be rightly seen, or apprehended? The Prophet David was sain to pray, not only that God would open his lips that he might taste, But also his Eyes, that he might SEE the wondrous things of his law, Psal. 119. 18. And by the help of his Grace, (which we must pray for, What Else was it which induced him to speak so kindly of his Afflictions, to say that God of very Faithfulness had caused him to be troubled, but that he was thereby much assisted in the keeping of the commandments, which, he knew by much experience, Are naturally apt to rejoice the Heart, Psalm 19. 8. and that in the very keeping of them is great Reward, Psalm 19. 11. But where a Cloud of Vicious Habits does incessantly interpose betwixt the Eye and the Object, how can the Beauty of the commandments be rightly seen, or apprehended? The Prophet David was sain to pray, not only that God would open his lips that he might taste, But also his Eyes, that he might SEE the wondrous things of his law, Psalm 119. 18. And by the help of his Grace, (which we must pray for, q-crq av vbds pn31 r-crq vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi av av-j pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi cst np1 pp-f j n1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp cst pns31 vbds av av-d vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2, r-crq, pns31 vvd p-acp d n1, vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd cc d p-acp dt j vvg pp-f pno32 vbz j n1, np1 crd crd p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt vvb cc dt n1, q-crq vmb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbb av-jn vvn, cc vvn? dt n1 np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, xx j cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n2 cst pns31 vmd vvi, p-acp av po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd vvb dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 61
303 as well as David, ) we are to cast out the mote, (perhaps the Beam ) out of our Eyes, as well as David,) we Are to cast out the mote, (perhaps the Beam) out of our Eyes, c-acp av c-acp np1,) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av dt vmb, (av dt n1) av pp-f po12 n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 61
304 before our Eyes can be ravish't with the Charming Beauty of Christ's Commands. And the way to do That, is ipso facto to obey them. before our Eyes can be ravished with the Charming Beauty of Christ's Commands. And the Way to do That, is ipso facto to obey them. p-acp po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f npg1 vvz. cc dt n1 pc-acp vdi cst, vbz fw-la fw-la p-acp vvb pno32. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 61
305 For they are Pure (saith the Psalmist) and inlightning the Eyes, (Psal. 19. 8.) they give wisdom unto the Simple, are altogether undefiled, and converting the Soul; For they Are Pure (Says the Psalmist) and enlightening the Eyes, (Psalm 19. 8.) they give Wisdom unto the Simple, Are altogether undefiled, and converting the Soul; p-acp pns32 vbr j (vvz dt n1) cc n1 dt n2, (np1 crd crd) pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt j, vbr av j, cc vvg dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 61
306 moreover by Them is thy Servant Taught, (v. 7, 11.) From which expressions of the Psalmist it plainly follows, that the Commands of the Law Moral (which are common to Moses with Christ and Nature, ) do make an excellent Collyrium, a Soveraign Oyntment or Eyesalve, to clear our Sight of those Mists, which the Devil and the World have cast before them. moreover by Them is thy Servant Taught, (v. 7, 11.) From which expressions of the Psalmist it plainly follows, that the Commands of the Law Moral (which Are Common to Moses with christ and Nature,) do make an excellent Collyrium, a Sovereign Ointment or Eyesalve, to clear our Sighed of those Mists, which the devil and the World have cast before them. av p-acp pno32 vbz po21 n1 vvd, (n1 crd, crd) p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f dt n1 pn31 av-j vvz, cst dt vvz pp-f dt n1 np1 (r-crq vbr j p-acp np1 p-acp np1 cc n1,) vdb vvi dt j n1, dt j-jn n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno32. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 49 Page 61
307 § 14. Say then Thou Demas, Thou Crude, and unexperienced Christian, or whoever thou art who hast a share in the Objection. § 14. Say then Thou Demas, Thou Crude, and unexperienced Christian, or whoever thou art who hast a share in the Objection. § crd n1 cs pns21 np1, pns21 j, cc j njp, cc r-crq pns21 vb2r r-crq vh2 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
308 Dost thou find within thy self nothing of Appetite or Love to the Yoke of Christ? It is because thou dost not know, Dost thou find within thy self nothing of Appetite or Love to the Yoke of christ? It is Because thou dost not know, vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1 pix pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? pn31 vbz c-acp pns21 vd2 xx vvi, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
309 how pleasant a thing it is to wear it. how pleasant a thing it is to wear it. c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvb pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
310 And wilt thou know the true Reason why thou dost not know That? It is because thou art not us'd to the wearing of it. And wilt thou know the true Reason why thou dost not know That? It is Because thou art not used to the wearing of it. cc vm2 pns21 vvi dt j n1 c-crq pns21 vd2 xx vvi d? pn31 vbz c-acp pns21 vb2r xx vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
311 For how can any man find the Pleasure of keeping close to Christ's Precepts, before he keeps them? Do but live a strict life, (and begin now in Lent) till thou hast got into an Habit of living strictly, For how can any man find the Pleasure of keeping close to Christ's Precepts, before he keeps them? Do but live a strict life, (and begin now in Lent) till thou hast god into an Habit of living strictly, p-acp q-crq vmb d n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg av-j p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp pns31 vvz pno32? vdb p-acp vvi dt j n1, (cc vvb av p-acp np1) c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg av-j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
312 and my life for thine thou wilt find it Pleasant. But He who will not live exactly, till he arrives at those Pleasures, which nothing less than Experience can bless him with, is neither more nor less foolish, and my life for thine thou wilt find it Pleasant. But He who will not live exactly, till he arrives At those Pleasures, which nothing less than Experience can bless him with, is neither more nor less foolish, cc po11 n1 p-acp png21 pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 j. p-acp pns31 r-crq vmb xx vvi av-j, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, r-crq pix av-dc cs vvb vmb vvi pno31 p-acp, vbz dx dc ccx av-dc j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
313 than the meer Scholar in Hierocles his NONLATINALPHABET, who would not adventure into the Water, until he was certain that he could swim; than the mere Scholar in Hierocles his, who would not adventure into the Water, until he was certain that he could swim; cs dt j n1 p-acp np1 po31, r-crq vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbds j cst pns31 vmd vvi; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
314 or one who utterly refuseth the putting of meat into his Mouth, until he shall have tasted the Goodness of it. or one who utterly Refuseth the putting of meat into his Mouth, until he shall have tasted the goodness of it. cc pi r-crq av-j vvz dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
315 For as thou canst not taste meat, till thou hast put it into thy Mouth, nor find its goodness, till thou hast chew'd it, For as thou Canst not taste meat, till thou hast put it into thy Mouth, nor find its Goodness, till thou hast chewed it, p-acp c-acp pns21 vm2 xx vvi n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1, ccx vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pn31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
316 and (by digesting it into Blood) hast made it a parcel of thy self too; and (by digesting it into Blood) hast made it a parcel of thy self too; cc (p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp n1) vh2 vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 av; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 62
317 so thou canst never discern the sweetness of the Commandments of Christ, until for some time they have been thy Diet. Do but feed upon them enough, and digest them into thy Soul by obedience to them, so thou Canst never discern the sweetness of the commandments of christ, until for Some time they have been thy Diet. Do but feed upon them enough, and digest them into thy Soul by Obedience to them, av pns21 vm2 av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb vbn po21 np1 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av-d, cc vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 63
318 and Then how soon wilt thou resemble the men in Homer? who having eaten a while of Lotos, were as much captivated in Love with the Place it grew in, and Then how soon wilt thou resemble the men in Homer? who having eaten a while of Lotos, were as much captivated in Love with the Place it grew in, cc av q-crq av vm2 pns21 vvi dt n2 p-acp np1? r-crq vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vbdr c-acp av-d vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvd p-acp, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 63
319 as our Ecstatical St. Peter with the Delights of Mount Tabor. NONLATINALPHABET, NONLATINALPHABET. as our Ecstatical Saint Peter with the Delights of Mount Tabor.,. c-acp po12 j n1 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb n1.,. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 50 Page 63
320 Wer't thou but wonted, and inur'd, as much to the keeping of Christ's Commands, as now thou art to the breaking of them, Thou wouldst find as great a change, as from Hell to Heaven. Were't thou but wonted, and inured, as much to the keeping of Christ's Commands, as now thou art to the breaking of them, Thou Wouldst find as great a change, as from Hell to Heaven. vbb|pn31 pns21 p-acp j, cc vvn, p-acp d p-acp dt vvg pp-f npg1 vvz, c-acp av pns21 vb2r p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32, pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp j dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 51 Page 63
321 And if from this Instant wherein I speak, Thou wilt but serve The Lord Christ with as much Zeal and Assiduity, and as long as thou hast served thy Master Satan; (NONLATINALPHABET,) I dare lay a Wager of Gold to Brass, Thou wilt not change Masters for all the World. And if from this Instant wherein I speak, Thou wilt but serve The Lord christ with as much Zeal and Assiduity, and as long as thou hast served thy Master Satan; (,) I Dare lay a Wager of Gold to Brass, Thou wilt not change Masters for all the World. cc cs p-acp d j-jn c-crq pns11 vvb, pns21 vm2 cc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 p-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc c-acp j c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 np1; (,) pns11 vvb vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi n2 p-acp d dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 51 Page 63
322 § 15. But here perhaps it may be said, that the main Aking Tooth is not drawn out of the Obection. § 15. But Here perhaps it may be said, that the main Aching Tooth is not drawn out of the Objection. § crd p-acp av av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt j j-vvg n1 vbz xx vvn av pp-f dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 52 Page 64
323 For thô the Yoke of Christs Precepts is thus evinced to be easy, yet the burden of his Cross is not hence proved to be light. Nor does it follow his Yoke is easy in That ruggidest part of it, wherein both his Yoke and his Burden meet. For though the Yoke of Christ Precepts is thus evinced to be easy, yet the burden of his Cross is not hence proved to be Light. Nor does it follow his Yoke is easy in That ruggidest part of it, wherein both his Yoke and his Burden meet. p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi j, av dt n1 pp-f po31 j vbz xx av vvn pc-acp vbi j. ccx vdz pn31 vvi po31 vvi vbz j p-acp cst vv2 n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq d po31 vvi cc po31 vvi vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 52 Page 64
324 For so we know they Both do in his Precept of Selfdenial, and of bearing his Cross after him, For so we know they Both do in his Precept of Self-denial, and of bearing his Cross After him, p-acp av pns12 vvb pns32 d vdb p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j, cc pp-f vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 52 Page 64
325 whether laid upon us by others, or freely taken upon our selves. whither laid upon us by Others, or freely taken upon our selves. cs vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp n2-jn, cc av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 52 Page 64
326 § 16. To which I answer by these following Degrees, (beginning with the least and lowest.) First when laid upon us by others, there is matter of Comfort in it, from the Consideration of its bare Nature For we know 'twas the Prerogative of Goodly men heretofore above other Mortals, that they were able out of choice to be bravely Miserable, (if such a Latinism as That may be us'd in English.) Fortiter Ille facit qui miser esse potest. § 16. To which I answer by these following Degrees, (beginning with the least and lowest.) First when laid upon us by Others, there is matter of Comfort in it, from the Consideration of its bore Nature For we know 'twas the Prerogative of Goodly men heretofore above other Mortals, that they were able out of choice to be bravely Miserable, (if such a Latinism as That may be used in English.) Fortiter Isle facit qui miser esse potest. § crd p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp d j-vvg n2, (vvg p-acp dt ds cc js.) ord c-crq vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp n2-jn, a-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 c-acp pns12 vvb pn31|vbds dt n1 pp-f j n2 av p-acp j-jn n2-jn, cst pns32 vbdr j av pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j, (cs d dt np1 p-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1.) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 53 Page 64
327 Many Examples of which we have, not only in the Christian, but Heathen World. It was for no other reason, that Hierocles flung his Blood in his Lictor's face; Many Examples of which we have, not only in the Christian, but Heathen World. It was for no other reason, that Hierocles flung his Blood in his Lictor's face; d n2 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb, xx av-j p-acp dt njp, p-acp j-jn n1. pn31 vbds p-acp dx j-jn n1, cst np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 64
328 that Zeno spit out his Toung into the Teeth of his Tormentor; that the Indians in Valerius did chose to suffer the Extremities of Heat and Cold; that Zeno spit out his Tongue into the Teeth of his Tormentor; that the Indians in Valerius did chosen to suffer the Extremities of Heat and Cold; cst np1 vvb av po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; cst dt np1 p-acp np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j-jn; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
329 that the Brachmans and the Gymnosophists maintain'd their Paradox even to Victory, Nihil jucundius esse quàm pati; that the Brachmans and the Gymnosophists maintained their Paradox even to Victory, Nihil jucundius esse quàm pati; cst dt ng1 cc dt n2 vvn po32 n1 av p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
330 I say for no other reason, than to demonstrate that their Souls were above the Infirmities of their Bodies. Somewhat like the Brave Martyrs in the Eleventh Chapter to the Hebrews, (thô not from the same religious Principle,) who having been tortur'd, would not accept of a Deliverance. I say for no other reason, than to demonstrate that their Souls were above the Infirmities of their Bodies. Somewhat like the Brave Martyrs in the Eleventh Chapter to the Hebrews, (though not from the same religious Principle,) who having been tortured, would not accept of a Deliverance. pns11 vvb p-acp dx j-jn n1, cs pc-acp vvi cst po32 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. av av-j dt j n2 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt np2, (cs xx p-acp dt d j n1,) r-crq vhg vbn vvn, vmd xx vvi pp-f dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
331 In the midst of all their Agonies, they would not admit of a Relaxation. In the midst of all their Agonies, they would not admit of a Relaxation. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, pns32 vmd xx vvi pp-f dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
332 And we know that an Army of Frogs and Lice (as in Egypt ) may have the power to do Mischief, But are utterly incapable of being Injur'd. They are the Great and the Good, who are most of all subject to suffer wrong. And we know that an Army of Frogs and Lice (as in Egypt) may have the power to do Mischief, But Are utterly incapable of being Injured. They Are the Great and the Good, who Are most of all Subject to suffer wrong. cc pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 (c-acp p-acp np1) vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp vdb n1, cc-acp vbr av-j j pp-f vbg vvn. pns32 vbr dt j cc dt j, r-crq vbr av-ds pp-f d n-jn pc-acp vvi n-jn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
333 Regium est & Magnificum, bene facere, & male pati. Regium est & Magnificum, bene facere, & male patience. np1 fw-la cc np1, fw-la fw-la, cc j-jn n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
334 We may explain it out of St. Peter; If ye do well, and suffer for it, Happy are ye. We may explain it out of Saint Peter; If you do well, and suffer for it, Happy Are you. pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f n1 np1; cs pn22 vdb av, cc vvi p-acp pn31, j vbr pn22. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
335 For this is thankworthy, This is acceptable with God. For this is thankworthy, This is acceptable with God. p-acp d vbz j, d vbz j p-acp np1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 65
336 And hereunto are ye called, because Christ also suffer'd for us, leaving an Example that we should follow His steps. And hereunto Are you called, Because christ also suffered for us, leaving an Exampl that we should follow His steps. cc av vbr pn22 vvn, c-acp np1 av vvn p-acp pno12, vvg dt n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 66
337 God himself is most capable of insolent Usages and Affronts, by the Transcendency of his Being, and the Praerogative of his Omnipotence; most obnoxious to Indignities, by his being All Goodness; and the most lyable to Dishonours, by his being All Glory. So next and immediately under God, the most susceptive of Abuses are His Vicegerents? Whose highest priviledge it is, God himself is most capable of insolent Usages and Affronts, by the Transcendency of his Being, and the Prerogative of his Omnipotence; most obnoxious to Indignities, by his being All goodness; and the most liable to Dishonours, by his being All Glory. So next and immediately under God, the most susceptive of Abuses Are His Vicegerents? Whose highest privilege it is, np1 px31 vbz av-ds j pp-f j n2 cc vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; av-ds j p-acp n2, p-acp po31 vbg d n1; cc dt av-ds j p-acp n2, p-acp po31 vbg d n1. av ord cc av-j p-acp np1, dt av-ds j pp-f n2 vbr po31 n2? qg-crq js n1 pn31 vbz, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 66
338 and that which makes them most like their Maker, (whose Lieutenants they are on Earth,) that All the Subjects put together are not obnoxious to the wrongs which their Soveraigns suffer. and that which makes them most like their Maker, (whose Lieutenants they Are on Earth,) that All the Subject's put together Are not obnoxious to the wrongs which their Sovereigns suffer. cc cst r-crq vvz pno32 av-ds av-j po32 n1, (rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr p-acp n1,) cst d dt n2-jn vvd av vbr xx j p-acp dt n2-jn r-crq po32 n2-jn vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 66
339 In so much that we should scorn to need a more Effectual Motive, to make us an Obedient and Loyal People, In so much that we should scorn to need a more Effectual Motive, to make us an Obedient and Loyal People, p-acp av av-d cst pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt av-dc j n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j cc j n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 66
340 than our resentment of the hardships they suffer for us. than our resentment of the hardships they suffer for us. cs po12 n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp pno12. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 66
341 Besides that All Crowns are so lin'd with Crosses, and All Crown'd Heads so apt to ake, (even abstracting from all the injuries which they are ever subject to as the Butts of Envy, ) that they deserve the Ease and Comfort of their Best Subjects good Affections, if but to make them some Amends for All the Malignities of the Worst; and in Requital of their Cares for the Common Safety. Beside that All Crowns Are so lined with Crosses, and All Crowned Heads so apt to ache, (even abstracting from all the injuries which they Are ever Subject to as the Butts of Envy,) that they deserve the Ease and Comfort of their Best Subject's good Affections, if but to make them Some Amends for All the Malignities of the Worst; and in Requital of their Cares for the Common Safety. p-acp cst d vvz vbr av vvn p-acp n2, cc d vvn n2 av j p-acp vvi, (av vvg p-acp d dt n2 r-crq pns32 vbr av j-jn p-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1,) cst pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 av-js n2-jn j n2, cs p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 d n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt js; cc p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 67
342 And here I am tempted to a Digression I cannot easily forbear: For if it is profitable and short too, it will be pertinent enough. It is but This; And Here I am tempted to a Digression I cannot Easily forbear: For if it is profitable and short too, it will be pertinent enough. It is but This; cc av pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 pns11 vmbx av-j vvi: c-acp cs pn31 vbz j cc j av, pn31 vmb vbi j av-d. pn31 vbz p-acp d; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 67
343 that if the People of these Realms will either All travel abroad into Foreign Parts, that if the People of these Realms will either All travel abroad into Foreign Parts, cst cs dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb d d n1 av p-acp j n2, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 67
344 or at least take the pains to be taught at home, how much like Princes rather than Subjects, they live in the Land of their Nativity, (being compar'd with other Subjects throughout the habitable World,) they will say of our British Soveraign, what No other People can say of Theirs, that his Yoke is very easy, and his Burden exceeding light. or At least take the pains to be taught At home, how much like Princes rather than Subject's, they live in the Land of their Nativity, (being compared with other Subject's throughout the habitable World,) they will say of our Brit Sovereign, what No other People can say of Theirs, that his Yoke is very easy, and his Burden exceeding Light. cc p-acp ds vvi dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1-an, c-crq d j n2 av-c cs n2-jn, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (vbg vvn p-acp j-jn n2-jn p-acp dt j n1,) pns32 vmb vvi pp-f po12 np1 j-jn, r-crq dx j-jn n1 vmb vvi pp-f png32, cst po31 n1 vbz av j, cc po31 n1 vvg n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 54 Page 67
345 § 17. Another Comfort the Cross affords, when laid by the Guilty upon the Innocent, does lye in This; § 17. another Comfort the Cross affords, when laid by the Guilty upon the Innocent, does lie in This; § crd j-jn n1 dt n1 vvz, c-crq vvn p-acp dt j p-acp dt j-jn, vdz vvi p-acp d; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 67
346 that the Iudge upon the Bench can but condemn a Malefactor; The King himself can but reprieve him; that the Judge upon the Bench can but condemn a Malefactor; The King himself can but reprieve him; cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb p-acp vvb dt n1; dt n1 px31 vmb p-acp vvb pno31; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 67
347 'Tis GOD only who can forgive him. It's GOD only who can forgive him. pn31|vbz np1 av-j r-crq vmb vvi pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 67
348 So that Mischievous men have This common to them with the Devil, that they are able to wrong the Innocent; whereas the Innocent man hath This derived to him from God alone, that he is able (as to himself) to acquit the Guilty. So that Mischievous men have This Common to them with the devil, that they Are able to wrong the Innocent; whereas the Innocent man hath This derived to him from God alone, that he is able (as to himself) to acquit the Guilty. av d j n2 vhb d j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn; cs dt j-jn n1 vhz d vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp np1 av-j, cst pns31 vbz j (c-acp p-acp px31) pc-acp vvi dt j. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 68
349 Here then we may demand with the Royal Psalmist, Why boastest Thou thy self, ô Tyrant, that thou canst do mischief? so can a Toad, so can a Spider, so can a Pest, or an Imposthume. Why dost thou glory in thy ability of blasting thine Enemy with a Lye, or of bearing False witness against thy Neighbour? so can the Father of Lyes the Devil, who thence is call'd by way of Eminence NONLATINALPHABET, the Detractor, and NONLATINALPHABET, The Accuser of the Brethren. Here then we may demand with the Royal Psalmist, Why boastest Thou thy self, o Tyrant, that thou Canst do mischief? so can a Toad, so can a Spider, so can a Pest, or an Imposthume. Why dost thou glory in thy ability of blasting thine Enemy with a Lie, or of bearing False witness against thy Neighbour? so can the Father of Lies the devil, who thence is called by Way of Eminence, the Detractor, and, The Accuser of the Brothers. av cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1, uh n1, cst pns21 vm2 vdi n1? av vmb dt n1, av vmb dt n1, av vmb dt n1, cc dt n1. q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1 pp-f vvg po21 n1 p-acp dt vvb, cc pp-f vvg j n1 p-acp po21 n1? av vmb dt n1 pp-f vvz dt n1, r-crq av vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, dt n1, cc, dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 68
350 Nay why dost thou pride it in thy power of being skilful to destroy, either the Livelyhoods or the Lives of a world of men? so can the Palmer-worm, or Mildew, so can a Deluge, or a Drouth. Which if seriously consider'd by him who suffers, as well as by him who does an Injury; Nay why dost thou pride it in thy power of being skilful to destroy, either the Livelihoods or the Lives of a world of men? so can the Palmer-worm, or Mildew, so can a Deluge, or a Drouth. Which if seriously considered by him who suffers, as well as by him who does an Injury; uh q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n1 pp-f vbg j pc-acp vvi, d dt n2 cc dt vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2? av vmb dt n1, cc n1, av vmb dt n1, cc dt n1. r-crq cs av-j vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz, c-acp av c-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vdz dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 68
351 'twill yield the First matter of Comfort, and the Second matter of Terror. For Qui tulit injuriam ignoscere potest; Qui fecit, nunquam: it'll yield the First matter of Comfort, and the Second matter of Terror. For Qui tulit Injuriam ignoscere potest; Qui fecit, Never: pn31|vmb vvi dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cc dt ord n1 pp-f n1. p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la, fw-la: (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 68
352 whilst he who suffers Injury has a divine Opportunity of giving Pardon, He who does it has nothing left as the Issue of it, but Bitter Repentance, or Condemnation. while he who suffers Injury has a divine Opportunity of giving Pardon, He who does it has nothing left as the Issue of it, but Bitter Repentance, or Condemnation. cs pns31 r-crq vvz n1 vhz dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg n1, pns31 r-crq vdz pn31 vhz pix vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp j n1, cc n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 55 Page 68
353 Hence therefore we must learn to discriminate two Things, which most commonly are confounded, and apprehended to be the same. For 'tis one thing, to Insult, or to domineer; And quite another, to gain a Victory. Just as 'tis one thing, to be wrong'd; And quite another, to be worsted. The Devil and Pilate (for example) did Domineer over our Saviour, who yet (we know) had the best of Both. Dives insulted over Lazarus, (as 'tis expressed by way of Parable,) though Lazarus in the end had the better of him. Hence Therefore we must Learn to discriminate two Things, which most commonly Are confounded, and apprehended to be the same. For it's one thing, to Insult, or to domineer; And quite Another, to gain a Victory. Just as it's one thing, to be wronged; And quite Another, to be worsted. The devil and Pilate (for Exampl) did Domineer over our Saviour, who yet (we know) had the best of Both. Dives insulted over Lazarus, (as it's expressed by Way of Parable,) though Lazarus in the end had the better of him. av av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j crd n2, r-crq av-ds av-j vbr vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vbi dt d. p-acp pn31|vbz crd n1, p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvi; cc av j-jn, pc-acp vvi dt n1. j c-acp pn31|vbz crd n1, pc-acp vbi vvn; cc av j-jn, pc-acp vbi n1. dt n1 cc np1 (p-acp n1) vdd vvi p-acp po12 n1, r-crq av (pns12 vvb) vhd dt av-js pp-f d np1 vvd p-acp np1, (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1,) cs np1 p-acp dt n1 vhd dt jc pp-f pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 69
354 Anytus and Melitus could not hurt Socrates, though they could kill him. Anytus and Melitus could not hurt Socrates, though they could kill him. npg1 cc np1 vmd xx vvn np1, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 69
355 And though St. Paul could be beheaded by the Emperor Nero, yet he could not be conquer'd or worsted by him. And though Saint Paul could be beheaded by the Emperor Nero, yet he could not be conquered or worsted by him. cc cs n1 np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, av pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn cc n1 p-acp pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 69
356 The Mode or Fashion of a Victory does not detract from the Essence of it. The Mode or Fashion of a Victory does not detract from the Essence of it. dt n1 cc vvb pp-f dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 69
357 It does not cease to be a Victory because 'tis got by not fighting; as That against Cade by King Henry the Sixth. It does not cease to be a Victory Because it's god by not fighting; as That against Cade by King Henry the Sixth. pn31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp xx vvg; p-acp cst p-acp n1 p-acp n1 np1 dt ord. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 69
358 Nor does it cease to be a Victory, in case 'tis purchased by Delays; as that against Hannibal by Fabius Maximus. Nay 'tis a Victory, though it be won even by flying out of the Field; Nor does it cease to be a Victory, in case it's purchased by Delays; as that against Hannibal by Fabius Maximus. Nay it's a Victory, though it be wone even by flying out of the Field; ccx vdz pn31 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, p-acp n1 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n2; p-acp cst p-acp np1 p-acp np1 fw-la. uh pn31|vbz dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn av p-acp vvg av pp-f dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 69
359 which was the way by which the Parthians were wont to Conquer. And so 'tis Victory nevertheless, which was the Way by which the Parthians were wont to Conquer. And so it's Victory nevertheless, r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt njp2 vbdr j p-acp vvb. cc av pn31|vbz n1 av, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 70
360 though obtain'd by suffering; as by the noble Army of Martyrs against the whole Heathen world. It being impossible that a thing should cease to be what it is, through the Nature of the means, by which it is so. though obtained by suffering; as by the noble Army of Martyrs against the Whole Heathen world. It being impossible that a thing should cease to be what it is, through the Nature of the means, by which it is so. cs vvn p-acp vvg; a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j-jn j-jn n1. pn31 vbg j cst dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi r-crq pn31 vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 70
361 It is so far from being necessary, that Conquest should consist in making Havock of an Enemy by wounds and slaughter, That 'tis but one sort of Conquest, It is so Far from being necessary, that Conquest should consist in making Havoc of an Enemy by wounds and slaughter, That it's but one sort of Conquest, pn31 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg j, cst n1 vmd vvi p-acp vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n1, cst pn31|vbz p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 70
362 and that the Meanest. Let us therefore set it down as a Truth unmoveable, upon which we may adventure to lean with safety; and that the Meanest. Let us Therefore Set it down as a Truth Unmovable, upon which we may adventure to lean with safety; cc cst dt js. vvb pno12 av vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 j, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 70
363 That to be mightily overborn, whilst by Impiety, must needs be either none at all, or a glorious Overthrow. That to be mightily overborne, while by Impiety, must needs be either none At all, or a glorious Overthrow. cst pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cs p-acp n1, vmb av vbi d pix p-acp d, cc dt j vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 70
364 Because 'tis clear that God's Mercy is overborn by men's Impenitence; And even his greatest Longanimity may be quite beaten out by our Provocations. Because it's clear that God's Mercy is overborne by men's Impenitence; And even his greatest Longanimity may be quite beaten out by our Provocations. p-acp pn31|vbz j cst npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp ng2 n1; cc av po31 js n1 vmb vbi av vvn av p-acp po12 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 56 Page 70
365 § 18. Thirdly the Burden of the Cross, when 'tis laid upon us by others, is made exceedingly lighter to us than I have hitherto shew'd it to be, by our looking up to Him, who hath born it for us, and before us; § 18. Thirdly the Burden of the Cross, when it's laid upon us by Others, is made exceedingly lighter to us than I have hitherto showed it to be, by our looking up to Him, who hath born it for us, and before us; § crd ord dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2-jn, vbz vvn av-vvg jc p-acp pno12 cs pns11 vhb av vvn pn31 pc-acp vbi, p-acp po12 vvg a-acp p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 70
366 and by our reflecting on the Reward, towards which it does lead us, and lift us up. Eusebius tells us of some in Egypt, who, however groaning at once under Three sorts of Tyranny, that of Poverty, and Pestilence, and Persecution, did yet express so great a Ioy at the Return of Good Friday, upon which they were to celebrate their Master's Suffrings on the Cross, and by our reflecting on the Reward, towards which it does led us, and lift us up. Eusebius tells us of Some in Egypt, who, however groaning At once under Three sorts of Tyranny, that of Poverty, and Pestilence, and Persecution, did yet express so great a Joy At the Return of Good Friday, upon which they were to celebrate their Masters Sufferings on the Cross, cc p-acp po12 vvg p-acp dt vvb, p-acp r-crq pn31 vdz vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp. np1 vvz pno12 pp-f d p-acp np1, r-crq, c-acp vvg p-acp a-acp p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1, cst pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, vdd av vvi av j dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi po32 ng1 n2 p-acp dt n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 71
367 as that the sense of Their suffrings seem'd to be wholly swallow'd up, by the far greater sense which they had of His. Though they were scatter'd and dispers't as far asunder, as that the sense of Their sufferings seemed to be wholly swallowed up, by the Far greater sense which they had of His. Though they were scattered and dispersed as Far asunder, c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvd pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn a-acp, p-acp dt av-j jc n1 r-crq pns32 vhd pp-f np1 cs pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn a-acp av-j av, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 71
368 as the Ingenie of Malice could well contrive, (some imprison'd upon the Land, some under Hatches upon the Sea, some in Caves of the Wilderness, as the Ingeny of Malice could well contrive, (Some imprisoned upon the Land, Some under Hates upon the Sea, Some in Caves of the Wilderness, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd av vvi, (d vvn p-acp dt n1, d p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, d p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 71
369 and some condemn'd upon the Scaffold,) Yet, as the Angles of a Pyramid, however distant at the Basis, do still come nearer as they Ascend, and at last Concenter in the Conus; so how distant soever the one from the other those Christians were, in respect of their Bodies here below, They met together in their Affections at the same Throne of Grace. And though Our Church, and Some condemned upon the Scaffold,) Yet, as the Angles of a Pyramid, however distant At the Basis, do still come nearer as they Ascend, and At last Concenter in the Conus; so how distant soever the one from the other those Christians were, in respect of their Bodies Here below, They met together in their Affections At the same Throne of Grace. And though Our Church, cc d vvn p-acp dt n1,) av, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1, c-acp j p-acp dt n1, vdb av vvi jc p-acp pns32 vvb, cc p-acp ord jc-jn p-acp dt np1; av c-crq j av dt crd p-acp dt n-jn d np1 vbdr, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2 av a-acp, pns32 vvd av p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1. cc cs po12 n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 71
370 like Theirs, in the late ill Times, was truly Militant, when with the Burden she labour'd under she sadly hung down her Head, yet Sursum Corda, she lifted up her Heart to the Lord of Glory, like Theirs, in the late ill Times, was truly Militant, when with the Burden she laboured under she sadly hung down her Head, yet Sursum Corda, she lifted up her Heart to the Lord of Glory, av-j png32, p-acp dt j j-jn n2, vbds av-j j, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp pns31 av-j vvd a-acp po31 n1, av np1 np1, pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 72
371 And by an union of Affections kept all her Holy Days and Feasts with the Church Triumphant. It would be certainly a voluminous, if not an Endless Undertaking, (thô otherwise easy enough) to prove by way of Induction, or by a Catalogue of the Particulars, how many Myriads have been enabled to run with Patience the Race that was set before them, by meerly looking unto Iesus the Author and Finisher of their Faith, so far forth as for the Ioy that was set before him, he endured the Cross, And by an Union of Affections kept all her Holy Days and Feasts with the Church Triumphant. It would be Certainly a voluminous, if not an Endless Undertaking, (though otherwise easy enough) to prove by Way of Induction, or by a Catalogue of the Particulars, how many Myriads have been enabled to run with Patience the Raze that was Set before them, by merely looking unto Iesus the Author and Finisher of their Faith, so Far forth as for the Joy that was Set before him, he endured the Cross, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvd d po31 j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 j. pn31 vmd vbi av-j dt j, cs xx dt j vvg, (cs av j d) pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j, c-crq d crd vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp av-j vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, av av-j av c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd dt n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 72
372 and despised the shame, and so sate him down at the right hand of God. and despised the shame, and so sat him down At the right hand of God. cc vvd dt n1, cc av vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 72
373 Nor indeed can it be otherwise, with such as Love and believe in the Lord Jesus in sincerity, And give an Evidence of Both by their new obedience. For so long as we are such, the Spirit it self (saith St. Paul ) beareth witness with our Spirits, that we are children of God. And if Children, then Heirs; Nor indeed can it be otherwise, with such as Love and believe in the Lord jesus in sincerity, And give an Evidence of Both by their new Obedience. For so long as we Are such, the Spirit it self (Says Saint Paul) bears witness with our Spirits, that we Are children of God. And if Children, then Heirs; ccx av vmb pn31 vbi av, p-acp d c-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d p-acp po32 j n1. c-acp av j c-acp pns12 vbr d, dt n1 pn31 n1 (vvz n1 np1) vvz n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1. cc cs n2, cs n2; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 72
374 Heirs of God, and joynt Heirs with Christ; Heirs of God, and joint Heirs with christ; n2 pp-f np1, cc j n2 p-acp np1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 72
375 if so be we suffer with him, that we may also be glorified together with him. if so be we suffer with him, that we may also be glorified together with him. cs av vbb pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, cst pns12 vmb av vbi vvn av p-acp pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 72
376 And suffer with him we shall with the greater ease, (if not Ambition, ) because we shall reckon with St. Paul, That the Suffrings of this present Time are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed in us; And suffer with him we shall with the greater ease, (if not Ambition,) Because we shall reckon with Saint Paul, That the Sufferings of this present Time Are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed in us; cc vvb p-acp pno31 pns12 vmb p-acp dt jc vvi, (cs xx n1,) c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1, cst dt n2 pp-f d j n1 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 73
377 and because the whole Trinity is clearly ingaged in our behalf: (For so St. Paul tells us in the following Parts of the same Chapter.) God the Father gave us his Son, and all good things together with him. and Because the Whole Trinity is clearly engaged in our behalf: (For so Saint Paul tells us in the following Parts of the same Chapter.) God the Father gave us his Son, and all good things together with him. cc c-acp dt j-jn np1 vbz av-j vvd p-acp po12 n1: (c-acp av n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f dt d n1.) np1 dt n1 vvd pno12 po31 n1, cc d j n2 av p-acp pno31. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 73
378 God the Son gave us Himself, not only that he might dye, but also rise from the Dead, and be an Advocate for us incessantly at the right hand of God. God the Son gave us Himself, not only that he might die, but also rise from the Dead, and be an Advocate for us incessantly At the right hand of God. np1 dt n1 vvd pno12 px31, xx j cst pns31 vmd vvi, p-acp av vvb p-acp dt j, cc vbb dt n1 p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 73
379 Thirdly God the Holy Ghost ingageth for us as much as either; both by helping our Infirmities, through which we know not what we should pray for as we ought, And by making Intercession for us with Groans not to be utter'd. And whilst so great a Care is taken both of us, and our Interest, by God Himself, It cannot but follow that all the Crosses which shall be laid upon us by others, will work together for our Comfort in this life present, as well as for our Glory in that to come. Thirdly God the Holy Ghost engageth for us as much as either; both by helping our Infirmities, through which we know not what we should pray for as we ought, And by making Intercession for us with Groans not to be uttered. And while so great a Care is taken both of us, and our Interest, by God Himself, It cannot but follow that all the Crosses which shall be laid upon us by Others, will work together for our Comfort in this life present, as well as for our Glory in that to come. ord np1 dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp d c-acp av-d; av-d p-acp vvg po12 n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb xx r-crq pns12 vmd vvi c-acp c-acp pns12 vmd, cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 xx pc-acp vbi vvn. cc cs av j dt n1 vbz vvn d pp-f pno12, cc po12 n1, p-acp np1 px31, pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi d d dt n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2-jn, vmb vvi av p-acp po12 vvi p-acp d n1 j, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 57 Page 73
380 § 19. Lastly the Burden of Christ is light, when freely taken upon our selves; as (in particular) when he Commands us (somewhat like what the Ammonites commanded the men of Iabesh Gilead ) to pluck out an Eye, (a right Eye too,) and to cast it from us. For § 19. Lastly the Burden of christ is Light, when freely taken upon our selves; as (in particular) when he Commands us (somewhat like what the Ammonites commanded the men of Jabesh Gilead) to pluck out an Eye, (a right Eye too,) and to cast it from us. For § crd ord dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, c-crq av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2; c-acp (p-acp j) c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 (av av-j r-crq dt np2 vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 np1) p-acp vvb av dt n1, (dt j-jn n1 av,) cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12. p-acp (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 58 Page 74
381 First it is not an Absolute, but a Conditional Command. We are to pluck out an Eye, upon a supposal that it offends us; First it is not an Absolute, but a Conditional Command. We Are to pluck out an Eye, upon a supposal that it offends us; ord pn31 vbz xx dt j, p-acp dt j vvi. pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vvz pno12; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 59 Page 74
382 that is to say, If it is scandalous, and makes us stumble into Sin; and into such wasting Sin, as makes us fall headlong into Hell; that is to say, If it is scandalous, and makes us Stumble into since; and into such wasting since, as makes us fallen headlong into Hell; d vbz pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vbz j, cc vvz pno12 vvi p-acp n1; cc p-acp d vvg n1, c-acp vvz pno12 vvi av-j p-acp n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 59 Page 74
383 for so our Saviour does infer in his very next words. for so our Saviour does infer in his very next words. c-acp av po12 n1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 j ord n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 59 Page 74
384 In such a formidable Case, and for the preventing of such a Mischief, It is not only not grievous, but NONLATINALPHABET (saith our Saviour) It is profitable for thee, that one of thy Members perish, and not that thy whole Body be cast into Hell. So that In such a formidable Case, and for the preventing of such a Mischief, It is not only not grievous, but (Says our Saviour) It is profitable for thee, that one of thy Members perish, and not that thy Whole Body be cast into Hell. So that p-acp d dt j n1, cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f d dt n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j xx j, p-acp (vvz po12 n1) pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21, cst crd pp-f po21 n2 vvi, cc xx d po21 j-jn n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1. av cst (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 59 Page 74
385 Secondly 'tis not a Positive, but a Comparative Command. Secondly it's not a Positive, but a Comparative Command. ord pn31|vbz xx dt j, p-acp dt j vvi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 60 Page 74
386 And 'tis the Dictate of Common Sense, That of two evils of Punishment, we are in Prudence to choose the least. As rather to lose one Eye than Both, and rather Both than the whole Body; and rather the Body than the Soul. To suffer any thing, rather than Death; and Death it self, rather than Hell. A man having a Gangraene in any Limb of his Body, will not only permit, but hire the Artist to cut it off. And by consequence will confess it very much better and more desirable, to Pluck out his Eye, and to cast it from him, than, by keeping it in his Head, to be Cast into Hell. And it's the Dictate of Common Sense, That of two evils of Punishment, we Are in Prudence to choose the least. As rather to loose one Eye than Both, and rather Both than the Whole Body; and rather the Body than the Soul. To suffer any thing, rather than Death; and Death it self, rather than Hell. A man having a Gangrene in any Limb of his Body, will not only permit, but hire the Artist to Cut it off. And by consequence will confess it very much better and more desirable, to Pluck out his Eye, and to cast it from him, than, by keeping it in his Head, to be Cast into Hell. cc pn31|vbz dt vvi pp-f j n1, cst pp-f crd n2-jn a-acp n1, pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt av-ds. c-acp av-c pc-acp vvi crd n1 cs d, cc av-c d cs dt j-jn n1; cc av-c dt n1 cs dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, av-c cs n1; cc n1 pn31 n1, av-c cs n1. dt n1 vhg dt j p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb xx j vvi, p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp vvb pn31 a-acp. cc p-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31 av av-d jc cc av-dc j, p-acp vvb av po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, av, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 60 Page 75
387 Better suffer under Them who can destroy the Body only, than under Him who can destroy both Body and Soul. Yea Better suffer under Them who can destroy the Body only, than under Him who can destroy both Body and Soul. Yea j vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 av-j, cs p-acp pno31 r-crq vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 uh (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 60 Page 75
388 Thirdly 'tis the Dictate of Sanctified Reason, That of any two evils, whereof the one is of Sin, the other of Affliction, we must choose to Suffer the greatest, rather than wilfully Do the least. Our first Care must be, to make a Covenant with our Eyes, not to look upon a Maid. Next in order to That Design, we should not look round about us in the Streets of the City, for fear our Eyes become our Enemies. Thirdly it's the Dictate of Sanctified Reason, That of any two evils, whereof the one is of since, the other of Affliction, we must choose to Suffer the greatest, rather than wilfully Do the least. Our First Care must be, to make a Covenant with our Eyes, not to look upon a Maid. Next in order to That Design, we should not look round about us in the Streets of the city, for Fear our Eyes become our Enemies. ord pn31|vbz dt vvi pp-f vvn n1, cst pp-f d crd n2-jn, c-crq dt crd vbz pp-f n1, dt n-jn pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp vvb dt js, av-c cs av-j vdb dt ds. po12 ord n1 vmb vbi, p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. ord p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmd xx vvi av-j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvi po12 n2 vvb po12 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 61 Page 75
389 Or if our Eyes chance to wander beyond the Bounds of That Counsel, our third degree of Care must be, not to gaze upon a Woman, Or if our Eyes chance to wander beyond the Bounds of That Counsel, our third degree of Care must be, not to gaze upon a Woman, cc cs po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, po12 ord n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 61 Page 75
390 lest we fall by those things that are pretious in her, (v. 5. & 8.) Or if This cannot be done, 'tis better to out them whilst they are innocent, (as Virginius did his Daughter, ) than continue them as Inlets to Sin and Hell. Nor should we be griev'd at our Advantage, though it be bought with great Pain, whilst it is for the Prevention of a very much greater. lest we fallen by those things that Are precious in her, (v. 5. & 8.) Or if This cannot be done, it's better to out them while they Are innocent, (as Virgin did his Daughter,) than continue them as Inlets to since and Hell. Nor should we be grieved At our Advantage, though it be bought with great Pain, while it is for the Prevention of a very much greater. cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 cst vbr j p-acp pno31, (n1 crd cc crd) cc cs d vmbx vbi vdn, pn31|vbz jc p-acp av pno32 cs pns32 vbr j-jn, (c-acp np1 vdd po31 n1,) cs vvb pno32 c-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. ccx vmd pns12 vbb vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp j n1, cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j d jc. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 61 Page 76
391 Last of all, this Commandment which is so grievous to us in Sound, is very far from being such in its intrinsick signification. For, in our Saviour's gratious sense, 'Tis but the Vanity of the Eye which we are bound to pluck out; 'Tis but the Violence of the Hand which we are bound to cut off; And the obliquity of the Foot which we are bid to cast from us, (as is shewn more at large in an other Place.) Several vices of the Soul being fitly enough expressed by so many Members of the Body. And That severest of our Lord's Precepts, If thy Right Eye offend thee, pluck it out; Last of all, this Commandment which is so grievous to us in Found, is very Far from being such in its intrinsic signification. For, in our Saviour's gracious sense, It's but the Vanity of the Eye which we Are bound to pluck out; It's but the Violence of the Hand which we Are bound to Cut off; And the obliquity of the Foot which we Are bid to cast from us, (as is shown more At large in an other Place.) Several vices of the Soul being fitly enough expressed by so many Members of the Body. And That Severest of our Lord's Precepts, If thy Right Eye offend thee, pluck it out; ord pp-f d, d n1 r-crq vbz av j p-acp pno12 p-acp j, vbz av av-j p-acp vbg d p-acp po31 j n1. p-acp, p-acp po12 ng1 j n1, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb av; pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvn a-acp; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvn p-acp pno12, (c-acp vbz vvn av-dc p-acp j p-acp dt j-jn n1.) j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbg av-j av-d vvn p-acp av d n2 pp-f dt n1. cc d js pp-f po12 ng1 n2, cs po21 j-jn n1 vvb pno21, vvb pn31 av; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 62 Page 76
392 if thy Right hand offend thee, cut it off; if thy Right Foot offend thee, cast it from thee; if thy Right hand offend thee, Cut it off; if thy Right Foot offend thee, cast it from thee; cs po21 j-jn n1 vvi pno21, vvb pn31 a-acp; cs po21 j-jn n1 vvb pno21, vvb pn31 p-acp pno21; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 62 Page 76
393 may very well admit of this Serene Signification: may very well admit of this Serene Signification: vmb av av vvi pp-f d np1 n1: (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 62 Page 76
394 That we must pluck out a Lust, thô as dear to us as a right Eye. And we must cut off an Avarice, thô as dear to us as a right Hand. And we must cast away an Ambition of greater things than are good for us, That we must pluck out a Lust, though as dear to us as a right Eye. And we must Cut off an Avarice, though as dear to us as a right Hand. And we must cast away an Ambition of greater things than Are good for us, cst pns12 vmb vvi av dt n1, c-acp c-acp j-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1. cc pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1, c-acp c-acp j-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1. cc pns12 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f jc n2 cs vbr j p-acp pno12, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 62 Page 76
395 thô perhaps as dear to us as both our Feet. though perhaps as dear to us as both our Feet. cs av c-acp j-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp d po12 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 62 Page 76
396 § 20. Thus we see this very Precept, which seems a very rough Part of our Saviour's Yoke, and a very heavy part of his Burden too, does upon serious Consideration appear as Easy, and as Light, as any Servant can expect from so kind a Lord. For this Maxim being praemis'd as most unquestionable, § 20. Thus we see this very Precept, which seems a very rough Part of our Saviour's Yoke, and a very heavy part of his Burden too, does upon serious Consideration appear as Easy, and as Light, as any Servant can expect from so kind a Lord. For this Maxim being premised as most unquestionable, § crd av pns12 vvb d j n1, r-crq vvz dt j j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cc dt j j n1 pp-f po31 vvi av, vdz p-acp j n1 vvb p-acp j, cc c-acp j, p-acp d n1 vmb vvi p-acp av j dt n1. p-acp d n1 vbg vvn p-acp ds j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 63 Page 77
397 and cogent, That without the pursuing of Peace and Holiness, no man living shall see the Lord; and cogent, That without the pursuing of Peace and Holiness, no man living shall see the Lord; cc j, cst p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, dx n1 j-vvg vmb vvi dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 63 Page 77
398 And that no unclean Thing can ever enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, but does inevitably belong to the Commonwealth of Hell, how could our Master have obliged us with better expressions of his love, And that no unclean Thing can ever enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, but does inevitably belong to the Commonwealth of Hell, how could our Master have obliged us with better expressions of his love, cc cst dx j n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq vmd po12 n1 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp jc n2 pp-f po31 n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 63 Page 77
399 than by Commanding us to flee from the wrath to come? and to forbear the least evil which may possibly lead unto the greatest? rather to crucifie the Flesh, than permit it to defile and destroy the Spirit? even to pluck out our right Eye, rather than suffer it to pollute us? to lose any thing, rather than Heaven? to indure any thing, rather than Hell? And rather to smart for some Time, than to all Eternity? than by Commanding us to flee from the wrath to come? and to forbear the least evil which may possibly led unto the greatest? rather to crucify the Flesh, than permit it to defile and destroy the Spirit? even to pluck out our right Eye, rather than suffer it to pollute us? to loose any thing, rather than Heaven? to endure any thing, rather than Hell? And rather to smart for Some Time, than to all Eternity? cs p-acp vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi? cc p-acp vvb dt ds j-jn r-crq vmb av-j vvb p-acp dt js? av-c p-acp vvi dt n1, cs vvi pn31 p-acp vvb cc vvb dt n1? av p-acp vvb av po12 j-jn n1, av-c cs vvi pn31 p-acp vvi pno12? p-acp vvb d n1, av-c cs n1? p-acp vvb d n1, av-c cs n1? cc av-c p-acp j p-acp d n1, cs p-acp d n1? (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 63 Page 77
400 § 21. Say then again thou Habitual Sinner, or who ever else thou art who hast a Share in the Objection. Since 'tis thy Duty and thy Interest to bear the Yoke of Christ's Precepts and the Burden of his Cross with Faith and Patience, by whomsoever 'tis laid upon thee, § 21. Say then again thou Habitual Sinner, or who ever Else thou art who hast a Share in the Objection. Since it's thy Duty and thy Interest to bear the Yoke of Christ's Precepts and the Burden of his Cross with Faith and Patience, by whomsoever it's laid upon thee, § crd np1 av av pns21 j n1, cc r-crq av av pns21 vb2r r-crq vh2 dt vvb p-acp dt n1. c-acp pn31|vbz po21 n1 cc po21 n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f npg1 n2 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp ro-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno21, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 78
401 whether spitefully by others, or piously by thy self; what pretense canst thou invent for thy unkindness to those Commandments, which are not only not grievous, but very agreeable to thy Nature, if at least thou retainest and hast not rooted out that Nature, which the God of Good nature implanted in thee? or what Apologie canst thou make for thy starting aside from the Cross of Christ, which alone can exalt thee to wear a Crown? nor that a meer Earthly and Perishing Crown, whither spitefully by Others, or piously by thy self; what pretense Canst thou invent for thy unkindness to those commandments, which Are not only not grievous, but very agreeable to thy Nature, if At least thou retainest and hast not rooted out that Nature, which the God of Good nature implanted in thee? or what Apology Canst thou make for thy starting aside from the Cross of christ, which alone can exalt thee to wear a Crown? nor that a mere Earthly and Perishing Crown, cs av-j p-acp n2-jn, cc av-j p-acp po21 n1; r-crq n1 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr xx av-j xx j, p-acp j j p-acp po21 n1, cs p-acp ds pns21 vv2 cc vvb xx vvn av cst n1, r-crq dt np1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp pno21? cc q-crq np1 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 vvg av p-acp dt j pp-f np1, r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1? ccx d dt j j cc vvg vvi, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 78
402 but one which fadeth not away, eternal in the Heavens. but one which fades not away, Eternal in the Heavens. cc-acp pi r-crq vvz xx av, j p-acp dt n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 78
403 So that admitting the Cross of Christ were heavy or grievous in it self, yet in respect of thy Reward it should cease to be so. So that admitting the Cross of christ were heavy or grievous in it self, yet in respect of thy Reward it should cease to be so. av cst vvg dt j pp-f np1 vbdr j cc j p-acp pn31 n1, av p-acp vvb pp-f po21 vvb pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 78
404 Shall any Thing be call'd grievous, which does evidently tend to thy greatest Good? All the Apologie Thou canst make, Shall any Thing be called grievous, which does evidently tend to thy greatest Good? All the Apology Thou Canst make, vmb d n1 vbb vvn j, r-crq vdz av-j vvi p-acp po21 js j? d dt n1 pns21 vm2 vvi, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 78
405 and all the Reason thou canst give, is, that thou art not yet arrived at a True Christian Faith, nor by consequence at a Love of the Lord Jesus in Sincerity. and all the Reason thou Canst give, is, that thou art not yet arrived At a True Christian Faith, nor by consequence At a Love of the Lord jesus in Sincerity. cc d dt n1 pns21 vm2 vvi, vbz, cst pns21 vb2r xx av vvn p-acp dt j njp n1, ccx p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 78
406 For do but imagin (honest Friend) thou wert just falling from a Praecipice, or from the Pinacle of a Temple; For do but imagine (honest Friend) thou Wertenberg just falling from a Precipice, or from the Pinnacle of a Temple; p-acp vdb cc-acp vvi (j n1) pns21 vbd2r av vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 79
407 And a Neighbour standing by should thrust his hand to thy Rescue, and catching hold of thine Arm should snatch thee back with such a vehement and sudden Twinge, as either to dislocate or break a Bone; And a Neighbour standing by should thrust his hand to thy Rescue, and catching hold of thine Arm should snatch thee back with such a vehement and sudden Twinge, as either to dislocate or break a Bone; cc dt n1 vvg p-acp vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp po21 vvb, cc j-vvg n1 pp-f po21 n1 vmd vvi pno21 av p-acp d dt j cc j vvg, p-acp d p-acp vvi cc vvb dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 79
408 would'st thou be angry with thy Neighbour for so much rudeness? And in stead of being thankful for springing in to thy Deliverance, would'st thou accuse him of being hasty, and quarrel the roughness of his motion, asking why he did not use thee with greater softness, and would not deliberate before he acted? would'st thou not rather kneel down before him, Wouldst thou be angry with thy Neighbour for so much rudeness? And in stead of being thankful for springing in to thy Deliverance, Wouldst thou accuse him of being hasty, and quarrel the roughness of his motion, asking why he did not use thee with greater softness, and would not deliberate before he acted? Wouldst thou not rather kneel down before him, vmd2 pns21 vbi j p-acp po21 n1 c-acp av d n1? cc p-acp n1 pp-f vbg j p-acp vvg p-acp p-acp po21 n1, vmd pns21 vvi pno31 pp-f vbg j, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg c-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi pno21 p-acp jc n1, cc vmd xx j c-acp pns31 vvn? vmd pns21 xx av-c vvb a-acp p-acp pno31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 79
409 and make an offer of obedience, as well as thanks, and look upon him thenceforwards as dearer to thee than thy life? And in case thou art a rich man, and make an offer of Obedience, as well as thanks, and look upon him thenceforwards as Dearer to thee than thy life? And in case thou art a rich man, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp n2, cc vvb p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp jc-jn pc-acp pno21 av po21 n1? cc p-acp n1 pns21 vb2r dt j n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 79
410 as He a poor one, would'st thou not give him an yearly Pension for such an obliging act of Friendship, as He a poor one, Wouldst thou not give him an yearly Pension for such an obliging act of Friendship, c-acp pns31 dt j crd, vmd2 pns21 xx vvi pno31 dt j n1 p-acp d dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 79
411 as that ransoming of Thy life with the utmost hazard of his own? Apply this now to the Case in hand. as that ransoming of Thy life with the utmost hazard of his own? Apply this now to the Case in hand. c-acp cst vvg pp-f po21 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d? vvb d av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 79
412 Imagin as strongly as thou art able, that thou art even now falling into the Bottomless Pit of Hell, (a Lake eternally burning with Fire and Brimstone,) And suppose in this Case that God the Son shall spring forth from the Bosom of God the Father; Imagine as strongly as thou art able, that thou art even now falling into the Bottomless Pit of Hell, (a Lake eternally burning with Fire and Brimstone,) And suppose in this Case that God the Son shall spring forth from the Bosom of God the Father; vvb a-acp av-j c-acp pns21 vb2r j, cst pns21 vb2r av av vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (dt n1 av-j vvg p-acp n1 cc n1,) cc vvb p-acp d n1 cst np1 dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 80
413 ascend the Cross with set purpose, to fetch thee down; ascend the Cross with Set purpose, to fetch thee down; vvb dt j p-acp j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 80
414 and descend into the Grave, for no other end than to raise thee up; And go purposely into Hell, to fetch thee back from thence to Heaven. Wilt thou repine at That Deliverance, in case the violence of the Twitch shall happen to cost thee a little pain? or be displeas'd with thy Deliverer, in case he should not set thee Free at a cheaper rate, and descend into the Grave, for no other end than to raise thee up; And go purposely into Hell, to fetch thee back from thence to Heaven. Wilt thou repine At That Deliverance, in case the violence of the Twitch shall happen to cost thee a little pain? or be displeased with thy Deliverer, in case he should not Set thee Free At a cheaper rate, cc vvb p-acp dt j, p-acp dx j-jn n1 cs p-acp vvb pno21 p-acp; cc vvb av p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 av p-acp av p-acp n1. vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp cst n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt vvi vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j n1? cc vbb vvn p-acp po21 n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vmd xx vvi pno21 j p-acp dt jc n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 80
415 than that of taking off the Weights that kept thee down, (that is) by mortifying the Flesh, with the Affections and Lusts; than that of taking off the Weights that kept thee down, (that is) by mortifying the Flesh, with the Affections and Lustiest; cs d pp-f vvg a-acp dt n2 cst vvd pno21 p-acp, (cst vbz) p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 80
416 by Commanding thee to be clean, and pure, and holy; by Commanding thee to be clean, and pure, and holy; p-acp vvg pno21 pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 80
417 And that for this obliging reason, because thy happiness does depend on thy being Such? Wilt thou grumble at thy Physician, for being severely Faithful to thee, in using the means of thy Recovery? Or wilt thou not rather bethink thy self, with the Royal Psal mist, Quid Retribuam? What shall I render unto the Lord for all his Benefits and Blessings bestow'd upon me? If this Redeemer of thine is poor, (as in his Members indeed he is, ) wilt thou not give him an yearly Pension, (devote a Part of thy Revenue to Pious uses, ) as a small Token that thou resentest his Goodness to thee? or admit that He is Great, (as in Himself he is immensly and unspeakably such, ) wilt thou not Sacrifice unto him the constant Tribute of thy obedience, though he should rigidly command thee to fight with Anakims and Lyons, to fetch him Water from Bethleem, or Grapes from Canaan? Suppose he orders thee, (as he does,) to pluck out an Eye of Lust or Vanity; And that for this obliging reason, Because thy happiness does depend on thy being Such? Wilt thou grumble At thy physician, for being severely Faithful to thee, in using the means of thy Recovery? Or wilt thou not rather bethink thy self, with the Royal Psalm missed, Quid Retribuam? What shall I render unto the Lord for all his Benefits and Blessings bestowed upon me? If this Redeemer of thine is poor, (as in his Members indeed he is,) wilt thou not give him an yearly Pension, (devote a Part of thy Revenue to Pious uses,) as a small Token that thou resentest his goodness to thee? or admit that He is Great, (as in Himself he is immensely and unspeakably such,) wilt thou not Sacrifice unto him the constant Tribute of thy Obedience, though he should rigidly command thee to fight with Anakims and Lyons, to fetch him Water from Bethlehem, or Grapes from Canaan? Suppose he order thee, (as he does,) to pluck out an Eye of Lust or Vanity; cc cst p-acp d j-vvg n1, c-acp po21 n1 vdz vvi p-acp po21 n1 d? vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1, p-acp vbg av-j j p-acp pno21, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po21 n1? cc vm2 pns21 xx av-c vvb po21 n1, p-acp dt j np1 n1, fw-la fw-la? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno11? cs d n1 pp-f po21 vbz j, (c-acp p-acp po31 n2 av pns31 vbz,) vm2 pns21 xx vvi pno31 dt j n1, (vvb dt vvb pp-f po21 n1 p-acp j n2,) c-acp dt j n1 cst pns21 vv2 po31 n1 p-acp pno21? cc vvb d pns31 vbz j, (c-acp p-acp px31 pns31 vbz av-j cc av-j d,) vm2 pns21 xx vvi p-acp pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd av-j vvi pno21 p-acp vvb p-acp vvz cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp np1, cc n2 p-acp np1? vvb pns31 n2 pno21, (c-acp pns31 vdz,) p-acp vvb av dt vvb pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 81
418 To cut off an Hand of Fraud or Violence; To cast away a Foot which is swift to shed blood; To Cut off an Hand of Fraud or Violence; To cast away a Foot which is swift to shed blood; p-acp vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; p-acp vvd av dt n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi n1; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 81
419 rather than keep them to thy undoing; wilt thou not execute those orders for the Love of thy Saviour, and of thy self too, rather than thine Eye shall find the right Rode to Hell, Thine Hand work out thine own damnation, Thy Foot carry thee in the Broad way which leadeth to Destruction? Imagin strongly that thy Saviour does long as much for thy obedience as King David did to drink of the Well of Bethlem; Christ as Perfectly out of kindness, as David out of Curiosity. Wilt thou not do as much for Christ, as David 's Soldiers did for Him? what They did to please David, was at the Peril of their Lives. rather than keep them to thy undoing; wilt thou not execute those order for the Love of thy Saviour, and of thy self too, rather than thine Eye shall find the right Road to Hell, Thine Hand work out thine own damnation, Thy Foot carry thee in the Broad Way which leads to Destruction? Imagine strongly that thy Saviour does long as much for thy Obedience as King David did to drink of the Well of Bethlehem; christ as Perfectly out of kindness, as David out of Curiosity. Wilt thou not doe as much for christ, as David is Soldiers did for Him? what They did to please David, was At the Peril of their Lives. av-c cs vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n-vvg; vm2 pns21 xx vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc pp-f po21 n1 av, av-c cs po21 vvb vmb vvi dt n-jn vvd p-acp n1, po21 n1 vvi av po21 d n1, po21 vvb vvb pno21 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1? vvb av-j cst po21 n1 vdz av-j p-acp d c-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1 np1 vdd p-acp vvi pp-f dt av pp-f np1; np1 a-acp av-j av pp-f n1, p-acp np1 av pp-f n1. vm2 pns21 xx n1 p-acp d c-acp np1, p-acp np1 vbz n2 vdd p-acp pno31? r-crq pns32 vdd p-acp vvi np1, vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 82
420 But what thou dost to please Christ, is for the Safety of thine own. But what thou dost to please christ, is for the Safety of thine own. p-acp r-crq pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi np1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 d. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 82
421 And 'tis so natural for a man to pursue his own Interest, that there is no better way to make a Rebel become Obedient, than by convincing him of This, That 'tis his interest to be so, And it's so natural for a man to pursue his own Interest, that there is no better Way to make a Rebel become Obedient, than by convincing him of This, That it's his Interest to be so, cc pn31|vbz av j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb vvi j, cs p-acp vvg pno31 pp-f d, cst pn31|vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 82
422 as well as Duty. Although a man be such a passionate Idolizer of his Wealth, that he will part with his Blood, a great deal sooner than with his Mony, yet a desperate fit of Sickness will make him send for the Physician, And He conceiving it for his Interest, will give him very large Fees too. as well as Duty. Although a man be such a passionate Idolizer of his Wealth, that he will part with his Blood, a great deal sooner than with his Money, yet a desperate fit of Sickness will make him send for the physician, And He conceiving it for his Interest, will give him very large Fees too. c-acp av c-acp n1. cs dt n1 vbb d dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 av-c cs p-acp po31 n1, av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi pno31 av j n2 av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 82
423 The tenderest Person and the most delicate, who values his Body above his Soul, if he esteems it for his Interest to have a Member saw'd off, being infested with a Gangraene, will (as I said a little before) even hire the Chirurgion to use his Tool. And (after the very same manner, The Tenderest Person and the most delicate, who value's his Body above his Soul, if he esteems it for his Interest to have a Member sawed off, being infested with a Gangrene, will (as I said a little before) even hire the Chirurgeon to use his Tool. And (After the very same manner, dt vv2 n1 cc dt av-ds j, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn a-acp, vbg j-vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb (c-acp pns11 vvd dt j a-acp) av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. cc (c-acp dt j d n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 82
424 as well as on the same ground,) He who is now the greatest Enemy, both to the Counsels, and Commandments, and Cross of Christ, as well as on the same ground,) He who is now the greatest Enemy, both to the Counsels, and commandments, and Cross of christ, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt d n1,) pns31 r-crq vbz av dt js n1, d p-acp dt n2, cc n2, cc j pp-f np1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 82
425 If he be but once brought to an inviolable Belief, (without all Scruples, or Peradventures,) That every man shall live eternally either in Heaven, or in Hell, And that 'tis clearly for his Interest to do or suffer as Christ commands him, If he be but once brought to an inviolable Belief, (without all Scruples, or Peradventure,) That every man shall live eternally either in Heaven, or in Hell, And that it's clearly for his Interest to do or suffer as christ commands him, cs pns31 vbb p-acp a-acp vvd p-acp dt j n1, (p-acp d n2, cc av,) cst d n1 vmb vvi av-j av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc cst pn31|vbz av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vdb cc vvb p-acp np1 n2 pno31, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 83
426 because in order to his Escape from all the miseries of the one, and in order to his Attainment of all the Beatitudes in the other; Because in order to his Escape from all the misery's of the one, and in order to his Attainment of all the Beatitudes in the other; c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt crd, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 83
427 He will presently break off his Sins by Righteousness, as Daniel charged Nebuchadnezzar. He will be ready for Restitution to every one whom he hath injur'd, as Zachee the Publican when He repented. He will presently break off his Sins by Righteousness, as daniel charged Nebuchadnezzar. He will be ready for Restitution to every one whom he hath injured, as Zaccheus the Publican when He repented. pns31 vmb av-j vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp np1 vvd np1. pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 p-acp d crd ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, p-acp np1 dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvn. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 83
428 He will bring forth Fruits meet for Repentance, as the Jews were admonished by Iohn the Baptist. He will be glad to be thought worthy to suffer shame for Christ's sake, as the Apostles at Ierusalem, Acts 5. 41. The Consideration of his Interest will give an high Relish to all his suffrings, making his Torments and his Tormentors to become his great Instruments and means of pleasure. He will bring forth Fruits meet for Repentance, as the jews were admonished by John the Baptist. He will be glad to be Thought worthy to suffer shame for Christ's sake, as the Apostles At Ierusalem, Acts 5. 41. The Consideration of his Interest will give an high Relish to all his sufferings, making his Torments and his Tormentors to become his great Instruments and means of pleasure. pns31 vmb vvi av n2 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 dt n1. pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, n2 crd crd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi dt j vvb p-acp d po31 n2, vvg po31 vvz cc po31 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 64 Page 83
429 § 22. Thus we see in all cases, both Temporal, and Spiritual, every man is for himself, and intends his own Interest, in whatsoever it is which he undertakes; § 22. Thus we see in all cases, both Temporal, and Spiritual, every man is for himself, and intends his own Interest, in whatsoever it is which he undertakes; § crd av pns12 vvb p-acp d n2, d j, cc j, d n1 vbz p-acp px31, cc vvz po31 d n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz r-crq pns31 vvz; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 83
430 either the Interest of his Profit, or of his Pleasure, and Reputation; The Interest of his Flesh, or of his Spirit; his present Interest, either the Interest of his Profit, or of his Pleasure, and Reputation; The Interest of his Flesh, or of his Spirit; his present Interest, d dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi, cc pp-f po31 n1, cc n1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1; po31 j n1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 84
431 or his future; still 'tis one Interest, or other, which leads him on unto the best, or the worst Performances in the World. or his future; still it's one Interest, or other, which leads him on unto the best, or the worst Performances in the World. cc po31 j-jn; av pn31|vbz crd n1, cc j-jn, r-crq vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt av-js, cc dt js n2 p-acp dt n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 84
432 Is any man Covetous and extremely close sisted? He thinks it is for his Interest, as being the way to be Rich in mony, which is the only Grand Project that he is driving. Or is he Free, Is any man Covetous and extremely close sisted? He thinks it is for his Interest, as being the Way to be Rich in money, which is the only Grand Project that he is driving. Or is he Free, vbz d n1 j cc av-jn j vvn? pns31 vvz pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vbg dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j j n1 cst pns31 vbz vvg. cc vbz pns31 j, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 84
433 and open-handed? He thinks it for his Interest, because it is the ready way to make him Rich in good Works, which is the highest and noblest end at which he ayms in this World. and openhanded? He thinks it for his Interest, Because it is the ready Way to make him Rich in good Works, which is the highest and Noblest end At which he aims in this World. cc j? pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 j p-acp j vvz, r-crq vbz dt js cc js vvb p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 84
434 Is there any man running headlong into a Customary Contempt of his Saviour's Yoke? He thinks it is for his Interest, as being the way to live merrily, and in Prosperity here on Earth, which is the Soveraign Allective of his Desires. Is there any man running headlong into a Customary Contempt of his Saviour's Yoke? He thinks it is for his Interest, as being the Way to live merrily, and in Prosperity Here on Earth, which is the Sovereign Allective of his Desires. vbz pc-acp d n1 vvg av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 ng1 vvi? pns31 vvz pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp vvb av-j, cc p-acp n1 av p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn j pp-f po31 n2. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 84
435 Or does any man take pleasure in supporting both the Burden and Yoke of Christ? He thinks it is for his Interest, as being the way to dye safely, and to live after Death a life of Bliss and Immortality; which is the utmost Atchievement his heart is set on. Or does any man take pleasure in supporting both the Burden and Yoke of christ? He thinks it is for his Interest, as being the Way to die safely, and to live After Death a life of Bliss and Immortality; which is the utmost Achievement his heart is Set on. cc vdz d n1 vvb n1 p-acp vvg d dt vvb cc vvb pp-f np1? pns31 vvz pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp vvb av-j, cc p-acp vvb p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; r-crq vbz dt j n1 po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 84
436 Lastly would ye know the Reason, why I have meditated so much upon this kind of Subject? why I have struck so many Blows upon this great Anvil? made so many long Discourses (though on occasion of divers Texts) touching the Equity and the Law of our Saviour's Gospel? and indispensable Necessity of our obedience unto the end? The Reason of it is truly This, Lastly would you know the Reason, why I have meditated so much upon this kind of Subject? why I have struck so many Blows upon this great Anvil? made so many long Discourses (though on occasion of diverse Texts) touching the Equity and the Law of our Saviour's Gospel? and indispensable Necessity of our Obedience unto the end? The Reason of it is truly This, ord vmd pn22 vvi dt n1, c-crq pns11 vhb j-vvn av d p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn? q-crq pns11 vhb vvn av d vvz p-acp d j n1? vvd av d j n2 (cs p-acp n1 pp-f j n2) vvg dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1? cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-j d, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 85
437 Because I have thought it most mine own, and other men's Interest so to do. Because I have Thought it most mine own, and other men's Interest so to do. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31 av-ds zz d, cc j-jn ng2 n1 av pc-acp vdi. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 85
438 And till we are able to be so happy, as to convince our selves and others, that 'tis most for our Interest to bear the Yoke of Christ's Law, and the Burden of his Cross when 'tis laid upon us; And till we Are able to be so happy, as to convince our selves and Others, that it's most for our Interest to bear the Yoke of Christ's Law, and the Burden of his Cross when it's laid upon us; cc c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2-jn, cst pn31|vbz av-js p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 85
439 'Tis very sure that neither of us shall bear the one, or the other, as is requir'd. Whereas 'tis as sure, on the other side, That as we never neglect our Interest in what is Secular, or Carnal, (as touching our Credits, or our Estates, or our Temporal Preservation; ) so as little shall we indure, to start aside from the Burden or Yoke of Christ, It's very sure that neither of us shall bear the one, or the other, as is required. Whereas it's as sure, on the other side, That as we never neglect our Interest in what is Secular, or Carnal, (as touching our Credits, or our Estates, or our Temporal Preservation;) so as little shall we endure, to start aside from the Burden or Yoke of christ, pn31|vbz av j cst dx pp-f pno12 vmb vvi dt crd, cc dt n-jn, c-acp vbz vvn. cs pn31|vbz p-acp j, p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst c-acp pns12 av vvb po12 n1 p-acp r-crq vbz j, cc j, (c-acp vvg po12 n2, cc po12 n2, cc po12 j n1;) av c-acp av-j vmb pns12 vvi, pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f np1, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 85
440 if indeed we do believe it our greatest Interest to bear them as He requires. if indeed we do believe it our greatest Interest to bear them as He requires. cs av pns12 vdb vvb pn31 po12 js n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 c-acp pns31 vvz. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 85
441 For can the very same man who is sollicitously careful to get a Trifle, be as perfectly careless to gain a Talent? or stand in very great Dread of a lesser Punishment? But of an infinitely greater, in none at all? If we are strict in our conforming to the Commandments of men, with whom the Penalties are but Temporal, and the Recompenses but finite.; we cannot sure be Non-Conformists to the Commandments of Christ, on a Supposal that we believe it as great a Truth as any is, That his Punishments and Rewards, are both Immortal, and Immense. Nor can I think of a more rational or a more satisfactory Accompt, For can the very same man who is solicitously careful to get a Trifle, be as perfectly careless to gain a Talon? or stand in very great Dread of a lesser Punishment? But of an infinitely greater, in none At all? If we Are strict in our conforming to the commandments of men, with whom the Penalties Are but Temporal, and the Recompenses but finite.; we cannot sure be nonconformists to the commandments of christ, on a Supposal that we believe it as great a Truth as any is, That his Punishments and Rewards, Are both Immortal, and Immense. Nor can I think of a more rational or a more satisfactory Account, p-acp vmb dt av d n1 r-crq vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi dt vvb, vbb a-acp av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n1? cc vvb p-acp j j j pp-f dt jc n1? cc-acp pp-f dt av-j jc, p-acp pix p-acp d? cs pns12 vbr j p-acp po12 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 vbr p-acp j, cc dt vvz p-acp j.; pns12 vmbx av-j vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp j dt n1 c-acp d vbz, cst po31 n2 cc n2, vbr d j, cc j. ccx vmb pns11 vvb pp-f dt av-dc j cc dt dc j vvb, (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 86
442 why the Commandments of men should be so commonly heeded by us, with more circumspection than those of Christ, but that we fear Them more, and believe Him less; why the commandments of men should be so commonly heeded by us, with more circumspection than those of christ, but that we Fear Them more, and believe Him less; q-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi av av-j vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp dc n1 cs d pp-f np1, p-acp cst pns12 vvb pno32 av-dc, cc vvi pno31 av-dc; (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 86
443 or value the Interest of our Bodies above the Interest of our Souls; or prefer the seeming certainty of what is Present, before the Hope and Expectance of what is future; And had rather become the owners of Earthly Contentments in Possession, than to be dealing for Reversions in Heaven it self. or valve the Interest of our Bodies above the Interest of our Souls; or prefer the seeming certainty of what is Present, before the Hope and Expectance of what is future; And had rather become the owners of Earthly Contentment's in Possession, than to be dealing for Reversions in Heaven it self. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; cc vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j, p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j-jn; cc vhd av-c vvi dt n2 pp-f j ng1 p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp n2 p-acp n1 pn31 n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 65 Page 86
444 § 23. And therefore to the end we may be able even to feel, and by consequence to arrive at the Conviction of Experience, That the Yoke of Christ's Law is really Easy in it self; and the Burden of his Cross is in comparison very light; And that they have Both a secret vertue of giving Rest unto the Souls of Them that labour, and of Refreshing the heavy laden; (for so our Saviour tells us expresly in the two next Verses before the Text,) let us be Conversant incessantly in all the means of attaining to a True Christian Faith, That so by cordially believing, we may passionately love the Lord Jesus Christ. § 23. And Therefore to the end we may be able even to feel, and by consequence to arrive At the Conviction of Experience, That the Yoke of Christ's Law is really Easy in it self; and the Burden of his Cross is in comparison very Light; And that they have Both a secret virtue of giving Rest unto the Souls of Them that labour, and of Refreshing the heavy laden; (for so our Saviour tells us expressly in the two next Verses before the Text,) let us be Conversant incessantly in all the means of attaining to a True Christian Faith, That so by cordially believing, we may passionately love the Lord jesus christ. § crd cc av p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vbi j av pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz av-j j p-acp pn31 n1; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j vbz p-acp n1 av n1; cc cst pns32 vhb d dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb, cc pp-f vvg dt j vvn; (c-acp av po12 n1 vvz pno12 av-j p-acp dt crd ord n2 p-acp dt n1,) vvb pno12 vbi j av-j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j njp n1, cst av p-acp av-j vvg, pns12 vmb av-j vvb dt n1 np1 np1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 66 Page 87
445 And that loving him as we ought, we may by consequence delight in doing that which he requires, and by consequence may attain to that Reward which he hath Promis'd. For as our Faith and our Love, do what we can, will beget obedience, (if the first is unfeigned, and the second without Dissimulation, ) So 'tis sure that our obedience will end in bliss. Not in bliss whilst we are Passengers, but when we shall arrive at our Iourneys end. For here we are Dead (saith our Apostle,) and our life is yet hid with Christ in God. And that loving him as we ought, we may by consequence delight in doing that which he requires, and by consequence may attain to that Reward which he hath Promised. For as our Faith and our Love, do what we can, will beget Obedience, (if the First is unfeigned, and the second without Dissimulation,) So it's sure that our Obedience will end in bliss. Not in bliss while we Are Passengers, but when we shall arrive At our Journeys end. For Here we Are Dead (Says our Apostle,) and our life is yet hid with christ in God. cc d vvg pno31 p-acp po12 vmd, pns12 vmb p-acp n1 vvb p-acp vdg d r-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp d vvb r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. c-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc po12 vvi, vdb r-crq pns12 vmb, vmb vvi n1, (cs dt ord vbz j, cc dt ord p-acp n1,) av pn31|vbz j cst po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1. xx p-acp n1 cs pns12 vbr n2, p-acp c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1. p-acp av pns12 vbr j (vvz po12 n1,) cc po12 n1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 66 Page 87
446 But when the Lord Iesus Christ who is our life shall appear, Then shall We also appear with Him in Glory. But when the Lord Iesus christ who is our life shall appear, Then shall We also appear with Him in Glory. p-acp c-crq dt n1 np1 np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1 vmb vvi, av vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 66 Page 87
447 Which God the Father of his mercy prepare us for, through the working of his Spirit, and for the worthiness of his Son; To whom be Glory for ever and ever. Which God the Father of his mercy prepare us for, through the working of his Spirit, and for the worthiness of his Son; To whom be Glory for ever and ever. r-crq np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi pns12 p-acp, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; p-acp ro-crq vbb n1 p-acp av cc av. (6) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 67 Page 88
448 THE INDISPENSABLE NECESSITY OF Strict Obedience Under the GOSPEL. THE INDISPENSABLE NECESSITY OF Strict Obedience Under The GOSPEL. THE INDISPENSABLE NECESSITY OF Strict obedience Under the GOSPEL. THE INDISPENSABLE NECESSITY OF Strict obedience Under The GOSPEL. dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 67 Page 89
449 HEB. XII. 28, 29. Wherefore we receiving a Kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have Grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably, with Reverence and godly Fear. HEBREW. XII. 28, 29. Wherefore we receiving a Kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have Grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably, with reverence and godly fear. n1. np1. crd, crd c-crq pns12 vvg dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, vvb pno12 vhi n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi np1 av-j, p-acp n1 cc j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 67 Page 91
450 For our God is a Consuming Fire. For our God is a Consuming Fire. p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 67 Page 91
451 THere is something Difficult in the Text, which will (I think) be best explain'd by way of Answer to an Objection. THere is something Difficult in the Text, which will (I think) be best explained by Way of Answer to an Objection. pc-acp vbz pi j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb (pns11 vvb) vbi av-js vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 68 Page 91
452 For why is it said here, Let us have Grace? It may seem at first hearing a strange expression, For why is it said Here, Let us have Grace? It may seem At First hearing a strange expression, p-acp q-crq vbz pn31 vvn av, vvb pno12 vhi n1? pn31 vmb vvi p-acp ord vvg dt j n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 68 Page 91
453 whether we have it, or have it not. For if we have it, it seems superfluous; and if we have it not, it seems as vain. We need not say Let us have, what 'tis plain we have already before we say it: whither we have it, or have it not. For if we have it, it seems superfluous; and if we have it not, it seems as vain. We need not say Let us have, what it's plain we have already before we say it: cs pns12 vhb pn31, cc vhb pn31 xx. c-acp cs pns12 vhb pn31, pn31 vvz j; cc cs pns12 vhb pn31 xx, pn31 vvz p-acp j. pns12 vvb xx vvi vvb pno12 vhi, r-crq pn31|vbz j pns12 vhb av p-acp po12 vvb pn31: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 68 Page 92
454 And we say to no purpose, Let us have this or that, which whilst we have not, it is not in our power to have. And we say to no purpose, Let us have this or that, which while we have not, it is not in our power to have. cc pns12 vvb p-acp dx n1, vvb pno12 vhi d cc d, r-crq cs pns12 vhb xx, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vhi. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 68 Page 92
455 For, Is the Grace of God Almighty at our Disposal? Can we confer it upon our selves, that it should hear be said to us, NONLATINALPHABET, Let us have grace? we cannot have grace till we receive it, For, Is the Grace of God Almighty At our Disposal? Can we confer it upon our selves, that it should hear be said to us,, Let us have grace? we cannot have grace till we receive it, p-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn p-acp po12 n1? vmb pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, cst pn31 vmd vvi vbi vvn p-acp pno12,, vvb pno12 vhi n1? pns12 vmbx vhb n1 p-acp po12 vvb pn31, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 68 Page 92
456 nor can we possibly receive it, till God most freely bestows it on us. What is this that he saith then, let us have grace? nor can we possibly receive it, till God most freely bestows it on us. What is this that he Says then, let us have grace? ccx vmb pns12 av-j vvb pn31, c-acp np1 av-ds av-j vvz pn31 p-acp pno12. q-crq vbz d cst pns31 vvz av, vvb pno12 vhi n1? (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 68 Page 92
457 To answer this it must be known, that in many places of Scripture Grace doth signifie the Gospel. Whether as being the chief Instrument or Means of Grace; or as containing and exhibiting the Covenant of Grace, which does often stand oppos'd unto the Covenant of Works; or else as being the great Message of Grace and Favour from Heaven to Earth. Whether for these, or for other Reasons, To answer this it must be known, that in many places of Scripture Grace does signify the Gospel. Whither as being the chief Instrument or Means of Grace; or as containing and exhibiting the Covenant of Grace, which does often stand opposed unto the Covenant of Works; or Else as being the great Message of Grace and Favour from Heaven to Earth. Whither for these, or for other Reasons, pc-acp vvi d pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vvb vdz vvi dt n1. cs a-acp vbg dt j-jn n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; cc c-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vdz av vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz; cc av c-acp vbg dt j n1 pp-f vvb cc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1. cs p-acp d, cc p-acp j-jn n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 69 Page 92
458 so it is that the word Grace doth often signifie the Gospel; especially then, when 'tis oppos'd unto the Law. A clear Example of which we have, Iohn 1. 17. The Law came by Moses, but Grace and Truth from Iesus Christ: so it is that the word Grace does often signify the Gospel; especially then, when it's opposed unto the Law. A clear Exampl of which we have, John 1. 17. The Law Come by Moses, but Grace and Truth from Iesus christ: av pn31 vbz d dt n1 n1 vdz av vvi dt n1; av-j av, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 69 Page 93
459 that is, The Gospel of Grace and Truth. that is, The Gospel of Grace and Truth. cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 69 Page 93
460 For there was truth in the Law, as well as in the Gospel; and grace was given unto the Iews, as well as to the Gentiles, of whom we are. For there was truth in the Law, as well as in the Gospel; and grace was given unto the Iews, as well as to the Gentiles, of whom we Are. p-acp a-acp vbds n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1; cc vvb vbds vvn p-acp dt np2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2-j, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vbr. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 69 Page 93
461 And therefore the meaning of it must be, That as the Law came by Moses, so the Gospel of grace came down from Heaven by Iesus Christ; and so it is called by St. Paul, Acts 20. 24. Another Instance of it we have Rom. 6. 14. We are not under the Law, but under Grace: And Therefore the meaning of it must be, That as the Law Come by Moses, so the Gospel of grace Come down from Heaven by Iesus christ; and so it is called by Saint Paul, Acts 20. 24. another Instance of it we have Rom. 6. 14. We Are not under the Law, but under Grace: cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi, cst p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1; cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, n2 crd crd j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 pns12 vhb np1 crd crd pns12 vbr xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 69 Page 93
462 that is, the Gospel of Christ which is the Word of his Grace; and so St. Paul calls it again, Acts 20. 32. For it cannot be meant concerning the grace of Sanctification; because even They were under that, who were under the Law that was given by Moses; else would Caleb and Ioshua, and Moses himself have been void of Grace. Which being eminently Impossible, 'tis plain the Gospel must be the thing which is there opposed unto the Law. that is, the Gospel of christ which is the Word of his Grace; and so Saint Paul calls it again, Acts 20. 32. For it cannot be meant Concerning the grace of Sanctification; Because even They were under that, who were under the Law that was given by Moses; Else would Caleb and Ioshua, and Moses himself have been void of Grace. Which being eminently Impossible, it's plain the Gospel must be the thing which is there opposed unto the Law. cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc av n1 np1 vvz pn31 av, n2 crd crd p-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn vvg dt vvb pp-f n1; p-acp j pns32 vbdr p-acp cst, r-crq vbdr p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp np1; av vmd np1 cc np1, cc np1 px31 vhb vbn j pp-f n1. r-crq vbg av-j j, pn31|vbz j dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 r-crq vbz a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 69 Page 93
463 And as in other places of Scripture, so particularly in This which now is under consideration, the Grace of God is so set, And as in other places of Scripture, so particularly in This which now is under consideration, the Grace of God is so Set, cc c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, av av-j p-acp d r-crq av vbz p-acp n1, dt vvb pp-f np1 vbz av vvn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 93
464 as to signifie nothing but the Gospel. And (the word NONLATINALPHABET very often being put for NONLATINALPHABET) to Have it in this place, is nothing else but to hold it fast. So that the Scope of the Exhortation, is, that we hold fast the Gospel or Law of Christ, described to be the Instrument, whereby we may perform a Service acceptable to God. But acceptable Service it cannot be, as to signify nothing but the Gospel. And (the word very often being put for) to Have it in this place, is nothing Else but to hold it fast. So that the Scope of the Exhortation, is, that we hold fast the Gospel or Law of christ, described to be the Instrument, whereby we may perform a Service acceptable to God. But acceptable Service it cannot be, c-acp pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp dt n1. cc (dt n1 av av vbg vvn p-acp) p-acp vhb pn31 p-acp d n1, vbz pix av cc-acp p-acp vvb pn31 av-j. av cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz, cst pns12 vvb av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 j p-acp np1. p-acp j n1 pn31 vmbx vbi, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 94
465 unless attended with Fear and Reverence. To wit with a reverence of his Mercy in the beginning of the Text, unless attended with fear and reverence. To wit with a Reverence of his Mercy in the beginning of the Text, cs vvn p-acp vvb cc n1. p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 94
466 and with a fear of his Wrath in the later end. The Duty therefore is here inforced both before and behind; and that with such Reasons, as 'tis not easy to resist. For first the Reason going before is drawn from the richness of our Reward, in case we serve God as he here requires. and with a Fear of his Wrath in the later end. The Duty Therefore is Here enforced both before and behind; and that with such Reasons, as it's not easy to resist. For First the Reason going before is drawn from the richness of our Reward, in case we serve God as he Here requires. cc p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt jc vvi. dt n1 av vbz av vvn d p-acp cc a-acp; cc cst p-acp d n2, c-acp pn31|vbz xx j p-acp vvi. p-acp ord dt vvb vvg p-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb np1 c-acp pns31 av vvz. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 94
467 And then the Reason coming behind is from the Grievousness of the Punishment, in case we serve him not at all, or not at all with due Reverence and godly Fear. Our reward, if we do, is no less than a Kingdom, and a Kingdom not to be moved. But our punishment (if we do not ) is to perish by the hand that should make us whole; to feel the God of our life a consuming fire. The one affords us an Allective, whereby to draw us to the Duty; And then the Reason coming behind is from the Grievousness of the Punishment, in case we serve him not At all, or not At all with due reverence and godly fear. Our reward, if we do, is no less than a Kingdom, and a Kingdom not to be moved. But our punishment (if we do not) is to perish by the hand that should make us Whole; to feel the God of our life a consuming fire. The one affords us an Allective, whereby to draw us to the Duty; cc av dt n1 vvg p-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pno31 xx p-acp d, cc xx p-acp d p-acp j-jn n1 cc j n1. po12 vvi, cs pns12 vdb, vbz av-dx av-dc cs dt n1, cc dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn. p-acp po12 n1 (cs pns12 vdb xx) vbz p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 cst vmd vvi pno12 j-jn; pc-acp vvi dt np1 pp-f po12 n1 dt vvg n1. dt crd vvz pno12 dt j, c-crq pc-acp vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 94
468 the other an Impellent, to drive us on. It is the Wisdom and the Care of the holy Penman, to place our Duty in the midst of a double motive, that if the one cannot engage us, the other may. the other an Impellent, to drive us on. It is the Wisdom and the Care of the holy Penman, to place our Duty in the midst of a double motive, that if the one cannot engage us, the other may. dt j-jn dt fw-fr, p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp. pn31 vbz dt n1 cc dt vvb pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst cs dt crd vmbx vvi pno12, dt j-jn vmb. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 95
469 He begins with a Promise, to feed our Hope; and concludes with a Threat, to excite our Fear. The first as a Spur does provoke to Vertue; the second, He begins with a Promise, to feed our Hope; and concludes with a Threat, to excite our fear. The First as a Spur does provoke to Virtue; the second, pns31 vvz p-acp dt vvb, pc-acp vvi po12 vvb; cc vvz p-acp dt vvb, pc-acp vvi po12 vvb. dt ord p-acp dt vvb vdz vvi p-acp n1; dt ord, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 95
470 as a Bridle, withholds from Vice. And he is sure a dull Beast, whom such a Spur cannot excite, or at least a very wild one; as a Bridle, withholds from Vice. And he is sure a dull Beast, whom such a Spur cannot excite, or At least a very wild one; c-acp dt vvb, vvz p-acp n1. cc pns31 vbz av-j dt j n1, r-crq d dt vvb vmbx vvb, cc p-acp ds dt j j crd; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 95
471 whom such a Bridle cannot restrain. whom such a Bridle cannot restrain. r-crq d dt vvb vmbx vvb. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 70 Page 95
472 The whole circuit of the Text being thus explain'd, there are five things especially to be inferr'd. The Whole circuit of the Text being thus explained, there Are five things especially to be inferred. dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg av vvn, pc-acp vbr crd n2 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 71 Page 95
473 First that the Liberty of a Christian doth carry its Yoke along with it. First that the Liberty of a Christian does carry its Yoke along with it. ord d dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vdz vvi po31 vvi a-acp p-acp pn31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 95
474 It being a liberty from Moses, but not from Christ; the Condition of whose Gospel is our obedience unto the Law. I do not mean the Mosaical, whether Iudicial or Ceremonial, which were but positive Laws at best, It being a liberty from Moses, but not from christ; the Condition of whose Gospel is our Obedience unto the Law. I do not mean the Mosaical, whither Judicial or Ceremonial, which were but positive Laws At best, pn31 vbg dt n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp xx p-acp np1; dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 vbz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1. pns11 vdb xx vvi dt j, cs j cc j, r-crq vbdr cc-acp j n2 p-acp js, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 95
475 but the Natural, or Moral, which is withal the Aeternal Law; but the Natural, or Moral, which is withal the Eternal Law; cc-acp dt j, cc j, r-crq vbz av dt j n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 95
476 The Law, of which our Saviour saith, that he came not to abrogate, but to fulfil it: The Law, of which our Saviour Says, that he Come not to abrogate, but to fulfil it: dt n1, pp-f r-crq po12 n1 vvz, cst pns31 vvd xx p-acp vvi, p-acp p-acp vvb pn31: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 95
477 Not to evacuate, but fill it up. Rather to strengthen, than to destroy it. Not to evacuate, but fill it up. Rather to strengthen, than to destroy it. xx p-acp vvi, p-acp vvb pn31 a-acp. np1 p-acp vvb, cs p-acp vvb pn31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 95
478 NONLATINALPHABET, let us have Grace, that is, NONLATINALPHABET, let us hold fast the Gospel or Law of Christ. And let us hold it as an Instrument whereby to serve him. , let us have Grace, that is,, let us hold fast the Gospel or Law of christ. And let us hold it as an Instrument whereby to serve him. , vvb pno12 vhi n1, cst vbz,, vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. cc vvb pno12 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb pno31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 96
479 And let us serve him NONLATINALPHABET, so as our Persons and our Service may be accepted. But yet And let us serve him, so as our Persons and our Service may be accepted. But yet cc vvb pno12 vvi pno31, av c-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn. p-acp av (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 72 Page 96
480 Secondly, we cannot Serve him so, as to be accepted; (we cannot do it NONLATINALPHABET, Secondly, we cannot Serve him so, as to be accepted; (we cannot do it, ord, pns12 vmbx vvi pno31 av, a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn; (pns12 vmbx vdi pn31, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 73 Page 96
481 so as to satisfy and please him in what we do,) unless we serve him with Reverence and godly Fear With a reverence of his Mercy, whereby we are capable of a Kingdom; and with a fear of his Wrath, whereby he becomes a consuming fire. So that the Reverence has a Retrospect on the beginning of the Text; so as to satisfy and please him in what we do,) unless we serve him with reverence and godly fear With a Reverence of his Mercy, whereby we Are capable of a Kingdom; and with a Fear of his Wrath, whereby he becomes a consuming fire. So that the reverence has a Retrospect on the beginning of the Text; av c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno31 p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb,) cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j pp-f dt n1; cc p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt vvg n1. av cst dt n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 73 Page 96
482 and the fear has a Prospect upon the End. And therefore and the Fear has a Prospect upon the End. And Therefore cc dt vvb vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc av (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 73 Page 96
483 Thirdly, here is a reason for each of these Qualifications, by which our Service is to be such, as to be accepted. A reason why it must be with reverence, and a reason why it must be with fear. Let us serve God with reverence, because thereby we receive a Kingdom, (a Kingdom of Grace and Glory too; Thirdly, Here is a reason for each of these Qualifications, by which our Service is to be such, as to be accepted. A reason why it must be with Reverence, and a reason why it must be with Fear. Let us serve God with Reverence, Because thereby we receive a Kingdom, (a Kingdom of Grace and Glory too; ord, av vbz dt vvb p-acp d pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi d, a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn. dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cc dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi p-acp vvb. vvb pno12 vvi np1 p-acp n1, c-acp av pns12 vvb dt n1, (dt n1 pp-f vvb cc n1 av; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 74 Page 96
484 the first being as 'twere an Inchoation of the second; and Both as I conceive, alluded to in this Text;) Again let us Serve him with godly fear; the First being as 'twere an Inchoation of the second; and Both as I conceive, alluded to in this Text;) Again let us Serve him with godly Fear; dt ord vbg a-acp pn31|vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt ord; cc d c-acp pns11 vvb, vvd p-acp p-acp d n1;) av vvb pno12 vvi pno31 p-acp j n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 74 Page 97
485 Because he is else a consuming fire. And then Because he is Else a consuming fire. And then c-acp pns31 vbz av dt j-vvg n1. cc av (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 74 Page 97
486 Fourthly, it is obvious to infer even from hence, that the Fear of God, as a Destroyer, may nevertheless be a godly fear; because it is coupled here with Reverence, and by consequence with love. For Reverence is a Compound, which hath love as well as fear for a chief Ingredient. And the Fear here expressed by godly Fear, is not only a fear of God's Power and Majesty, in respect of which he is a Severaign, who hath an absolute Do minion over the work of his hands; Fourthly, it is obvious to infer even from hence, that the fear of God, as a Destroyer, may nevertheless be a godly Fear; Because it is coupled Here with reverence, and by consequence with love. For reverence is a Compound, which hath love as well as Fear for a chief Ingredient. And the fear Here expressed by godly fear, is not only a Fear of God's Power and Majesty, in respect of which he is a Severaign, who hath an absolute Do minion over the work of his hands; ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av p-acp av, cst dt vvb pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1, vmb av vbi dt j n1; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp vvb. p-acp n1 vbz dt vvi, r-crq vhz vvb c-acp av c-acp vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1. cc dt n1 av vvn p-acp j vvb, vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz dt j-jn, r-crq vhz dt j vdb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 75 Page 97
487 nor only a fear of his love and mercy, in respect of which he is a Father, who by his Children must be revered: but especially a Fear of his Wrath and Iustice, in respect of which he is a Iudge, and so an Executor of Vengeance. It is a fear indeed of God, but under the notion of a Consumer. A fear enforced with a Reason all arm'd with terrour; (for nothing strikes terror so much as Fire. ) Lastly a fear whereof the Terror is ushered in with the Causal For, which shew's the Tendency of the Terror towards the Godliness of the fear: nor only a Fear of his love and mercy, in respect of which he is a Father, who by his Children must be revered: but especially a fear of his Wrath and justice, in respect of which he is a Judge, and so an Executor of Vengeance. It is a Fear indeed of God, but under the notion of a Consumer. A Fear Enforced with a Reason all armed with terror; (for nothing strikes terror so much as Fire.) Lastly a Fear whereof the Terror is ushered in with the Causal For, which shew's the Tendency of the Terror towards the Godliness of the Fear: ccx av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1, r-crq p-acp po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn: cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vbz dt vvb av pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 d vvn p-acp n1; (c-acp pix vvz n1 av av-d c-acp n1.) ord dt vvb c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp, r-crq ng1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 75 Page 98
488 for thus lyes the order and the coherence of the words. for thus lies the order and the coherence of the words. c-acp av vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 75 Page 98
489 Let us serve him with Reverence and Godly fear, For our God is a Consuming Fire. Let us serve him with reverence and Godly Fear, For our God is a Consuming Fire. vvb pno12 vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc j vvb, p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 75 Page 98
490 Last of all we may infer from the Pronoun our, That God is no such Accepter of Persons, Last of all we may infer from the Pronoun our, That God is no such Accepter of Persons, ord pp-f d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 po12, cst np1 vbz dx d n1 pp-f n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 98
491 as to connive at Sin in us, whilst he does punish it in others. No, the times of their ignorance God winked at, (saith the Apostle,) But now commandeth all men every where to repent. as to connive At since in us, while he does Punish it in Others. No, the times of their ignorance God winked At, (Says the Apostle,) But now commands all men every where to Repent. c-acp p-acp vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns31 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn. uh-dx, dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 np1 vvd p-acp, (vvz dt n1,) p-acp av vvz d n2 d c-crq pc-acp vvi. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 98
492 To us indeed, if we repent, he is a God ready to pardon; To us indeed, if we Repent, he is a God ready to pardon; p-acp pno12 av, cs pns12 vvi, pns31 vbz dt n1 j pc-acp vvi; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 98
493 swift to shew mercy, and slow to wrath. But to us being Impenitent he is a Terrible, a jealous, and an avenging God. swift to show mercy, and slow to wrath. But to us being Impenitent he is a Terrible, a jealous, and an avenging God. j pc-acp vvi n1, cc j p-acp n1. cc-acp p-acp pno12 vbg j pns31 vbz dt j, dt j, cc dt j-vvg np1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 98
494 From whence 'tis inferr'd by the holy Writer, That we, as well as the People Israel are bound to serve God with Fear and Reverence; Because Our God as well as Theirs is a consuming Fire. That is, the same God is such, From whence it's inferred by the holy Writer, That we, as well as the People Israel Are bound to serve God with fear and reverence; Because Our God as well as Theirs is a consuming Fire. That is, the same God is such, p-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst pns12, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvb cc n1; p-acp po12 np1 c-acp av c-acp png32 vbz dt vvg n1. cst vbz, dt d np1 vbz d, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 98
495 as well to Us, as to Them. For here 'tis worthy to be observ'd, That as Moses exhorting his people Israel to take heed unto themselves, that they forget not the Covenant of the Lord their God, gave his reason in these words, as well to Us, as to Them. For Here it's worthy to be observed, That as Moses exhorting his people Israel to take heed unto themselves, that they forget not the Covenant of the Lord their God, gave his reason in these words, c-acp av p-acp pno32, a-acp pc-acp np1 c-acp av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-acp np1 vvg po31 n1 np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp px32, cst pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po32 n1, vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 98
496 For the Lord Thy God is a Consuming Fire; So our Apostle in this Chapter, having first of all compared the Law with the Gospel, Moses with Christ, and a Contemner of the one with a Despiser of the other; and having exhorted us to the Duty incumbent on us as we are Christians; gives the very same reason in the very same words, (with no more than the change of a Monosyllable,) for OUR God is a consuming Fire. For the Lord Thy God is a Consuming Fire; So our Apostle in this Chapter, having First of all compared the Law with the Gospel, Moses with christ, and a Contemner of the one with a Despiser of the other; and having exhorted us to the Duty incumbent on us as we Are Christians; gives the very same reason in the very same words, (with no more than the change of a Monosyllable,) for OUR God is a consuming Fire. c-acp dt n1 po21 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1; av po12 n1 p-acp d n1, vhg ord pp-f d vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; cc vhg vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12 c-acp pns12 vbr np1; vvz dt j d n1 p-acp dt j d n2, (p-acp av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 99
497 Such he is, as the God of All; but above all, as he is OURS; because we sin, Such he is, as the God of All; but above all, as he is OURS; Because we since, d pns31 vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d; p-acp p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vbz png12; c-acp pns12 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 99
498 when we sin, against greater light; and against greater obligations to cease from sinning. when we sin, against greater Light; and against greater obligations to cease from sinning. c-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp jc vvi; cc p-acp jc n2 p-acp vvb p-acp vvg. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 76 Page 99
499 Having now done with the explication and with the division of the Text, 'twill be most useful as well as natural to begin with the first of the five Illations, Having now done with the explication and with the division of the Text, it'll be most useful as well as natural to begin with the First of the five Illations, vhg av vdn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vmb vbi av-ds j c-acp av c-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f dt crd n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 77 Page 99
500 Because the greatest numbers of men do stand in need of a conviction, That Christianity is a Service requiring our Industry and Care. A Service consisting of Obedience, as well as Faith; in as much as the Promises of the Gospel are clog'd with Precepts. Thô the Yoke of Christ is easy, Because the greatest numbers of men do stand in need of a conviction, That Christianity is a Service requiring our Industry and Care. A Service consisting of obedience, as well as Faith; in as much as the Promises of the Gospel Are clogged with Precepts. Though the Yoke of christ is easy, c-acp dt js n2 pp-f n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 vbz dt n1 vvg po12 n1 cc vvb. dt n1 vvg pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp n1; p-acp c-acp d c-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 77 Page 99
501 yet 'tis a Yoke; and thô his Burden is light, yet 'tis a Burden To stand fast in that Liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, is to hold fast the Gospel or Law of Christ, and to hold it as an Instrument whereby to serve him: yet it's a Yoke; and though his Burden is Light, yet it's a Burden To stand fast in that Liberty wherewith christ hath made us free, is to hold fast the Gospel or Law of christ, and to hold it as an Instrument whereby to serve him: av pn31|vbz dt n1; cc cs po31 n1 vbz j, av pn31|vbz dt vvb p-acp vvb av-j p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 j, vbz pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb pno31: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 77 Page 100
502 and to serve him NONLATINALPHABET, so as our Persons and our Service may be accepted. and to serve him, so as our Persons and our Service may be accepted. cc pc-acp vvi pno31, av c-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 77 Page 100
503 A Doctrin the rather to be Imprinted in all our memories and our minds, (as either a method for prevention, A Doctrine the rather to be Imprinted in all our memories and our minds, (as either a method for prevention, dt n1 dt av-c pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d po12 n2 cc po12 n2, (c-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 78 Page 100
504 or means of cure,) because throughout the whole catalogue of damning Haeresies, whether as that Catalogue was begun by Irenaeus, or as continued by Epiphanius, or as perfected by St. Austin, (and other Writers of the Church, ) none hath shed a more killing Influence upon the minds and manners of Christian People, (so far at least as I am able to conjecture,) than the mistaken, but pleasant notions, of Iustification, and Faith, the imputed Righteousness of Christ, or means of cure,) Because throughout the Whole catalogue of damning Heresies, whither as that Catalogue was begun by Irnaeus, or as continued by Epiphanius, or as perfected by Saint Austin, (and other Writers of the Church,) none hath shed a more killing Influence upon the minds and manners of Christian People, (so Far At least as I am able to conjecture,) than the mistaken, but pleasant notions, of Justification, and Faith, the imputed Righteousness of christ, cc n2 pp-f n1,) c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg n2, cs p-acp d n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc c-acp vvd p-acp np1, cc c-acp vvn p-acp n1 np1, (cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1,) pix vhz vvn dt av-dc j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f njp n1, (av av-j p-acp ds c-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi,) cs dt vvn, p-acp j n2, pp-f n1, cc n1, dt vvd n1 pp-f np1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 78 Page 100
505 and Christian Liberty. Hardly any four things are more needful to be believ'd; or more subject to be mistaken. and Christian Liberty. Hardly any four things Are more needful to be believed; or more Subject to be mistaken. cc njp n1. av d crd n2 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn; cc av-dc j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 78 Page 100
506 Never was Poyson more pernicious, or more to be antidoted than that, to which I oppose the main drift of the well intended project I have in hand. Never was Poison more pernicious, or more to be Antidoted than that, to which I oppose the main drift of the well intended project I have in hand. av-x vbds n1 dc j, cc av-dc pc-acp vbi j cs cst, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt av j-vvn n1 pns11 vhb p-acp n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 78 Page 100
507 There were Gnosticks, and Nicolaitans, Carpocratians, and Valentinians, whilst yet the day of the Gospel began to dawn; whom the Tempter had betrayed into such a Lust, That Lust had blinded with such an Ignorance, That Ignorance was the Mother of so many and great Errors, and those Errors brake forth into such execrable Sins, that 'twere perhaps another Sin to make men acquainted with their nature, or but to tell them their very names. For there are Sins (saith St. Paul ) which 'tis a shame even to speak of. There were Gnostics, and Nicolaitans, Carpocratians, and Valentinians, while yet the day of the Gospel began to dawn; whom the Tempter had betrayed into such a Lust, That Lust had blinded with such an Ignorance, That Ignorance was the Mother of so many and great Errors, and those Errors brake forth into such execrable Sins, that 'twere perhaps Another since to make men acquainted with their nature, or but to tell them their very names. For there Are Sins (Says Saint Paul) which it's a shame even to speak of. a-acp vbdr n2, cc n2, np1, cc njp2, cs av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp a-acp; ro-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp d dt n1, cst n1 vhd vvn p-acp d dt n1, cst n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f av d cc j n2, cc d n2 vvd av p-acp d j n2, cst pn31|vbdr av j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 j n2. c-acp a-acp vbr n2 (vvz n1 np1) q-crq pn31|vbz dt vvb av p-acp vvb pp-f. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 79 Page 101
508 So as Tertullian passed them by with a profession of his Bashfulness; he wanted the confidence and the courage, to name those things which were done in secret. So as Tertullian passed them by with a profession of his Bashfulness; he wanted the confidence and the courage, to name those things which were done in secret. av c-acp np1 vvd pno32 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vvd dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp vvb d n2 r-crq vbdr vdn p-acp j-jn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 79 Page 101
509 To such as these we can award no fitter punishment, than that to which the Ephesians condemn'd Herostratus; when, having burnt Diana's Temple (just as Pausanias kill'd King Philip, ) for no other end than to be talk't of, He was decreed by that Senate to be forgotten. (And forgotten he had been, To such as these we can award no fitter punishment, than that to which the Ephesians condemned Herostratus; when, having burned Diana's Temple (just as Pausanias killed King Philip,) for no other end than to be talked of, He was decreed by that Senate to be forgotten. (And forgotten he had been, p-acp d c-acp d pns12 vmb vvi dx jc n1, cs cst p-acp r-crq dt np1 vvn np1; c-crq, vhg vvn npg1 n1 (j c-acp npg1 vvn n1 np1,) p-acp dx j-jn n1 cs pc-acp vbb vvd pp-f, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (cc vvn pns31 vhd vbn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 79 Page 101
510 if one single Theopompus had not put him into his Story.) And therefore there was need of Epiphanius his Apology, for having given us a Narrative of those Tacenda, although he did it in detestation. if one single Theopompus had not put him into his Story.) And Therefore there was need of Epiphanius his Apology, for having given us a Narrative of those Tacenda, although he did it in detestation. cs crd j np1 vhd xx vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1.) cc av a-acp vbds n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, p-acp vhg vvn pno12 dt j-jn pp-f d np1, cs pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 79 Page 102
511 Now as often as I consider within my self, how the oldest and the worst of all those Haeresies do walk about in new names through our English Streets; Now as often as I Consider within my self, how the oldest and the worst of all those Heresies do walk about in new names through our English Streets; av p-acp av c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1, c-crq dt js cc dt js pp-f d d n2 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp po12 jp n2; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 102
512 that though the Scenes are somewhat different, yet still the Actors do all agree; That the Gnosticks, and Nicolaitans, and Carpocratians of the First times are repeated as 'twere by a Metempsychosis, in the Antinomians, and Solifidians, and sanguin Fiduciaries of Ours; that we have had, that though the Scenes Are somewhat different, yet still the Actors do all agree; That the Gnostics, and Nicolaitans, and Carpocratians of the First times Are repeated as 'twere by a Metempsychosis, in the Antinomians, and Solifidians, and sanguine Fiduciaries of Ours; that we have had, cst cs dt n2 vbr av j, av av dt n2 vdb d vvi; cst dt n2, cc np1, cc npg1 pp-f dt ord n2 vbr vvn c-acp pn31|vbdr p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt njp2, cc fw-la, cc j n2-j pp-f png12; cst pns12 vhb vhn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 102
513 if not as false Christs as Barch••hebas, yet as false Prophets as Barjesus; who have so preached up the Gospel, if not as false Christ as Barch••hebas, yet as false prophets as Barjesus; who have so preached up the Gospel, cs xx p-acp j npg1 p-acp np1, av p-acp j n2 p-acp np1; r-crq vhb av vvn a-acp dt n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 102
514 and so cry'd down the Law, (I only mean the Evangelical or Christian Law,) And made obedience so cheap a thing by enhauncing the price of Faith, as to have turn'd Christian Liberty into Libertinism, and the Grace of God into wantonness; and so cried down the Law, (I only mean the Evangelical or Christian Law,) And made Obedience so cheap a thing by enhancing the price of Faith, as to have turned Christian Liberty into Libertinism, and the Grace of God into wantonness; cc av vvd a-acp dt n1, (pns11 av-j vvb dt np1 cc np1 n1,) cc vvd n1 av j dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp pc-acp vhi vvn np1 n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 102
515 I am tempted to wish the Gospel were sometimes preach'd, as the Law of God was first publish'd, in thundring and lightning. That God were sometimes represented, I am tempted to wish the Gospel were sometime preached, as the Law of God was First published, in thundering and lightning. That God were sometime represented, pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbdr av vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds ord vvn, p-acp vvg cc n1. cst np1 vbdr av vvn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 102
516 as well by us unto the English, as by St Paul to the Hebrew Christians, not only, as well by us unto the English, as by Saint Paul to the Hebrew Christians, not only, c-acp av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt jp, a-acp p-acp zz np1 p-acp dt njp np1, xx av-j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 102
517 as in his nature, a quickning light; but as he is also in his Effects, a consuming Fire. If not in hope to raise some who seem to be dead in their Security, as in his nature, a quickening Light; but as he is also in his Effects, a consuming Fire. If not in hope to raise Some who seem to be dead in their Security, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, dt j-vvg n1; p-acp c-acp pns31 vbz av p-acp po31 n2, dt vvg n1. cs xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 103
518 yet at least to awaken others, who (it is to be hoped) are yet but drowzy. yet At least to awaken Others, who (it is to be hoped) Are yet but drowsy. av p-acp ds pc-acp vvi n2-jn, r-crq (pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn) vbr av p-acp j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 80 Page 103
519 For as 'tis the custom and the craft of some cunning Pleaders, by citing the Authority of Laws and Statutes, to patronize the Breach of them; For as it's the custom and the craft of Some cunning Pleaders, by citing the authority of Laws and Statutes, to patronise the Breach of them; c-acp c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 103
520 or as Ausonius could compile the most loathsom Fescenine, out of Virgil Himself, the Parthenian Poet; or as Ausonius could compile the most loathsome Fescenine, out of Virgil Himself, the Parthenian Poet; cc c-acp np1 vmd vvi dt av-ds j j, av pp-f np1 px31, dt jp n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 103
521 or as a Spider sucks poyson from the very same flower, from which a Bee doth extract the most soveraign hony; so I know not which hath drawn the more deadly Venom from the wholsom Letter of the Gospel, the Gnosticks heretofore, or the Libertines now; whether the former were worse corrupters of the Third Chapter of St. Iohn, or the later of the Fourth of St. Paul's Epistle to the Galatians. For as the Gnosticks in those times, or as a Spider sucks poison from the very same flower, from which a be does extract the most sovereign honey; so I know not which hath drawn the more deadly Venom from the wholesome letter of the Gospel, the Gnostics heretofore, or the Libertines now; whither the former were Worse corrupters of the Third Chapter of Saint John, or the later of the Fourth of Saint Paul's Epistle to the Galatians. For as the Gnostics in those times, cc c-acp dt n1 vvz vvi p-acp dt j d n1, p-acp r-crq dt vbb vdz vvi dt av-ds j-jn n1; av pns11 vvb xx r-crq vhz vvn dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 av, cc dt n2 av; cs dt j vbdr jc n2 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1, cc dt jc pp-f dt ord pp-f n1 npg1 n1 p-acp dt np1. c-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 103
522 so the Libertines in These, are wont to cocker up themselves (with the she Tempter in Epiphanius ) that they are all the chosen Vessels; not vessels of a Respective, but of an absolute election. so the Libertines in These, Are wont to cocker up themselves (with the she Tempter in Epiphanius) that they Are all the chosen Vessels; not vessels of a Respective, but of an absolute election. av dt n2 p-acp d, vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp px32 (p-acp dt pns31 n1 p-acp np1) cst pns32 vbr d dt vvn n2; xx n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp pp-f dt j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 103
523 They think it much below Them, to look upon God as a consuming Fire. It is for men of their Perfection, not to serve him with fear, but with Familiarity. Thence they commonly do so startle at the legal obedience of the Iews, the mo ral honesty of the Gentiles, and the pretendedly meritorious good works of the Romanists, as to fortifie themselves against these, with the naked Faith of the Antinomians. And so like him in Spartianus, who poyson'd himself with too much antidote, (not considering that there is poyson, They think it much below Them, to look upon God as a consuming Fire. It is for men of their Perfection, not to serve him with Fear, but with Familiarity. Thence they commonly do so startle At the Legal Obedience of the Iews, the more Rat honesty of the Gentiles, and the pretendedly meritorious good works of the Romanists, as to fortify themselves against these, with the naked Faith of the Antinomians. And so like him in Spartianus, who poisoned himself with too much antidote, (not considering that there is poison, pns32 vvb pn31 d a-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvg n1. pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pp-f po32 n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvb, p-acp p-acp n1. av pns32 av-j vdi av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, dt dc j n1 pp-f dt n2-j, cc dt av-vvn j j n2 pp-f dt np1, a-acp pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp2. cc av av-j pno31 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd px31 p-acp av d n1, (xx vvg cst pc-acp vbz n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 104
524 as well in the Quantity of the best meats, as in the Quality of the worst, ) they prevent a less Disease with a greater, and kill themselves with their Preservative. For men to sweeten their malady, as well in the Quantity of the best Meats, as in the Quality of the worst,) they prevent a less Disease with a greater, and kill themselves with their Preservative. For men to sweeten their malady, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-js n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js,) pns32 vvb dt dc n1 p-acp dt jc, cc vvb px32 p-acp po32 n1. p-acp n2 p-acp vvb po32 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 104
525 and make their sickness pleasant to them, they think it better than to cure it; and so the Humor be not painful, it is no matter how peccant ' tis. and make their sickness pleasant to them, they think it better than to cure it; and so the Humour be not painful, it is no matter how peccant ' this. cc vvi po32 n1 j p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb pn31 jc cs p-acp vvb pn31; cc av dt n1 vbb xx j, pn31 vbz dx n1 q-crq vvb ' pn31|vbz. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 104
526 They think they have met with the great Purchace Timotheus brag'd of in Athenaeus, NONLATINALPHABET: They think they have met with the great Purchase Timothy bragged of in Athenaeus,: pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 npg1 vvn pp-f p-acp np1,: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 104
527 All the Fortunate I stands are caught forsooth in their Net. They dream they have found the new skill of the old Athletae, NONLATINALPHABET, to conquer the Devil without a Combat. All the Fortunate I Stands Are caught forsooth in their Net. They dream they have found the new skill of the old Athletae,, to conquer the devil without a Combat. d dt j pns11 vvb vbr vvn uh p-acp po32 n1. pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1,, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 104
528 And though St. Paul (poor man) was fain to work out his Salvation with fear and trembling; And though Saint Paul (poor man) was fain to work out his Salvation with Fear and trembling; cc cs n1 np1 (j n1) vbds av-j pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 105
529 to beat down his Body, and bring his Flesh into subjection; to beatrice down his Body, and bring his Flesh into subjection; pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 105
530 to crucify the world unto himself, and himself unto the world, always bearing about in his Body the dying of the Lord Jesus; to crucify the world unto himself, and himself unto the world, always bearing about in his Body the dying of the Lord jesus; pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px31, cc px31 p-acp dt n1, av vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1 dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 105
531 lest whilst he preached unto others, He himself might become a Castaway; lest while he preached unto Others, He himself might become a Castaway; cs cs pns31 vvd p-acp n2-jn, pns31 px31 vmd vvi dt n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 105
532 yet the Professors I allude to are so much happier than St. Paul in their own opinion, that their Victories cost Them neither Dust, nor Sweat. They imagin they have got a peculiar knack of being sav'd; and without any more ado can so believe themselves to Heaven, that it seems to Them as easy to Dye like the Thief on our Saviour's Cross, yet the Professors I allude to Are so much Happier than Saint Paul in their own opinion, that their Victories cost Them neither Dust, nor Sweat. They imagine they have god a peculiar knack of being saved; and without any more ado can so believe themselves to Heaven, that it seems to Them as easy to Die like the Thief on our Saviour's Cross, av dt n2 pns11 vvi pc-acp vbr av av-d jc cs n1 np1 p-acp po32 d n1, cst po32 n2 vvd pno32 av-dx n1, ccx vvb. pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f vbg vvn; cc p-acp d dc n1 vmb av vvb px32 p-acp n1, cst pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp j p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 105
533 as it is to Live like him. as it is to Live like him. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vvb vvb pno31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 105
534 For they have set up a New Faith upon Mount Sion, as Manasses and Sanballet did erect a New Temple upon Mount Ierezim; that the most Scandalous Malefactors, who have been any way obnoxious for breach of Law, may Fly for Refuge to That Asylum, and so become of their Party. Their Vices many times do so border upon Vertue, (or appear at least in that Visard,) that conceiving they are Sanctified with that Unclean Spirit, with which indeed they are possest; mistaking the corruptions of Common Nature, for the secret suggestions of Special Grace; an hypocritical Sigh, for a sincere Repentance; a sturdy Presumption for an unshaken Faith; and a carnal Security, for an assurance of Salvation; they make no doubt but to enter at the very striat Gate, meerly by walking in the very broad way; supposing that the chiefest reason why so very few do find it, is their seeking to acquire it with too much Pains. And therefore for their own parts, That they may not be in danger to put their Trust in good works, they live as if they took care to have them bad enough. For they have Set up a New Faith upon Mount Sion, as Manasses and Sanballet did erect a New Temple upon Mount Ierezim; that the most Scandalous Malefactors, who have been any Way obnoxious for breach of Law, may Fly for Refuge to That Asylum, and so become of their Party. Their Vices many times do so border upon Virtue, (or appear At least in that Wizard,) that conceiving they Are Sanctified with that Unclean Spirit, with which indeed they Are possessed; mistaking the corruptions of Common Nature, for the secret suggestions of Special Grace; an hypocritical Sighs, for a sincere Repentance; a sturdy Presumption for an unshaken Faith; and a carnal Security, for an assurance of Salvation; they make no doubt but to enter At the very striat Gate, merely by walking in the very broad Way; supposing that the chiefest reason why so very few do find it, is their seeking to acquire it with too much Pains. And Therefore for their own parts, That they may not be in danger to put their Trust in good works, they live as if they took care to have them bad enough. p-acp pns32 vhb vvn a-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 np1, p-acp np1 cc n1 vdd vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 np1; cst dt av-ds j n2, r-crq vhb vbn d n1 j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp cst np1, cc av vvn pp-f po32 n1. po32 n2 d n2 vdb av n1 p-acp n1, (cc vvi p-acp ds p-acp d n1,) d vvg pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j-u n1, p-acp r-crq av pns32 vbr vvn; vvg dt n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f j vvb; dt j vvb, p-acp dt j n1; dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; cc dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pns32 vvb dx n1 cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j j n1, av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j j n1; vvg cst dt js-jn n1 c-crq av j d vdb vvi pn31, vbz po32 n-vvg p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp av d n2. cc av p-acp po32 d n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp j n2, pns32 vvb c-acp cs pns32 vvd n1 pc-acp vhi pno32 j av-d. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 106
535 Hence they swallow the greatest Camels, and never feel them going down; Hence they swallow the greatest Camels, and never feel them going down; av pns32 vvb dt js n2, cc av-x vvb pno32 vvg a-acp; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 106
536 Sacriledge, and Schism, and the Sin that is as bad as the Sin of Witchcraft, Deposing of Kings, and Subversion of Kingdoms. Sacrilege, and Schism, and the since that is as bad as the since of Witchcraft, Deposing of Kings, and Subversion of Kingdoms. n1, cc n1, cc dt n1 cst vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 106
537 For if (say They) they are once Regenerate, none of these things can ever hurt them. For if (say They) they Are once Regenerate, none of these things can ever hurt them. p-acp cs (vvb pns32) pns32 vbr a-acp vvn, pix pp-f d n2 vmb av vvi pno32. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 106
538 Humbly supposing it the priviledge of Freeborn Christians, not to need the common honesty of Moral men. Humbly supposing it the privilege of Freeborn Christians, not to need the Common honesty of Moral men. av-j vvg pn31 dt n1 pp-f j np1, xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f j n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 81 Page 106
539 These especially are the Persons who stand in need of a conviction, that to be such, These especially Are the Persons who stand in need of a conviction, that to be such, d av-j vbr dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst p-acp vbb d, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 107
540 as they would be thought, they must be some of God's Servants, as well as Sons. And withal, they must be shew'd wherein The Service is to consist. as they would be Thought, they must be Some of God's Servants, as well as Sons. And withal, they must be showed wherein The Service is to consist. c-acp pns32 vmd vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi d pp-f npg1 n2, c-acp av c-acp n2. cc av, pns32 vmb vbi vvn c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 107
541 For most agree upon the word, but many differ about the thing. Our Saviour tells us of certain Jews, who took the killing of his Apostles to be doing God Service. And Saul did seek to serve God, by madly blaspheming against his Son. How many Professors of Christianity, within our knowledge, For most agree upon the word, but many differ about the thing. Our Saviour tells us of certain jews, who took the killing of his Apostles to be doing God Service. And Saul did seek to serve God, by madly blaspheming against his Son. How many Professors of Christianity, within our knowledge, p-acp ds vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp d vvb p-acp dt n1. po12 n1 vvz pno12 pp-f j np2, r-crq vvd dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vbi vdg n1 n1. cc np1 vdd vvi p-acp vvb np1, p-acp av-j vvg p-acp po31 n1 q-crq d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp po12 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 107
542 and observation, have thought it a Service to the Bridegroom, to offer violence to the Bride? most inhumanly to deprive her of all her Ornaments and Jewels? and to expose her stark naked, to the derision of her Enemies on every side? How many Refiners upon Religion have verily thought to serve God, by shedding the Blood of his Vicegerent? just as certain old Heathens did worship Hermes, by throwing Stones at the Image of him. and observation, have Thought it a Service to the Bridegroom, to offer violence to the Bride? most inhumanly to deprive her of all her Ornament and Jewels? and to expose her stark naked, to the derision of her Enemies on every side? How many Refiners upon Religion have verily Thought to serve God, by shedding the Blood of his Vicegerent? just as certain old heathens did worship Hermes, by throwing Stones At the Image of him. cc n1, vhb vvn pn31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? ds j pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2? cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n1? c-crq d n2 p-acp n1 vhb av-j vvn p-acp vvb np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? j c-acp j j n2-jn vdd vvi np1, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 107
543 It is not therefore so much my business, to prove that God is to be serv'd, As to shew what we must do whereby to serve him NONLATINALPHABET, It is not Therefore so much my business, to prove that God is to be served, As to show what we must do whereby to serve him, pn31 vbz xx av av av-d po11 n1, pc-acp vvi d np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmb vdi c-crq pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 107
544 so far forth as to please him by it, and so as our Service may be accepted. The single word NONLATINALPHABET is of Invaluable Importance; so Far forth as to please him by it, and so as our Service may be accepted. The single word is of Invaluable Importance; av av-j av c-acp p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp pn31, cc av c-acp po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn. dt j n1 vbz pp-f j n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
545 It seems to be one of the main Hinges, on which the Door of our Hope and Salvation turns. It seems to be one of the main Hinges, on which the Door of our Hope and Salvation turns. pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi crd pp-f dt j n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vvz. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
546 It concerns us more than the World is worth, to know exactly how much it means; It concerns us more than the World is worth, to know exactly how much it means; pn31 vvz pno12 dc cs dt n1 vbz j, pc-acp vvi av-j c-crq d pn31 vvz; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
547 And so to be able to demonstrate (at least to our selves, if not to others ) what kind of Service it is to be, which God will reckon to be sufficient. And so to be able to demonstrate (At least to our selves, if not to Others) what kind of Service it is to be, which God will reckon to be sufficient. cc av pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvb (p-acp ds p-acp po12 n2, cs xx p-acp n2-jn) r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi, r-crq np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
548 For considering those words of our blessed Saviour, Seek to enter in at the strait Gate, For considering those words of our blessed Saviour, Seek to enter in At the strait Gate, p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
549 for many shall seek and shall not enter; for many shall seek and shall not enter; p-acp d vmb vvi cc vmb xx vvi; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
550 how can we quiet our Understandings, or safely set our Hearts at rest, before we know what it is, which will please our Master? and when our Service will be accepted? Now a Service only consisting of naked Orthodoxy and Faith, (as it is an Assent of the Understanding,) is not the acceptable Service commended to us in the Text. But (as appears by the Context ) The chiefest requisite is obedience to the Commandments of our Master, whereof our Faith is a special Instance. how can we quiet our Understandings, or safely Set our Hearts At rest, before we know what it is, which will please our Master? and when our Service will be accepted? Now a Service only consisting of naked Orthodoxy and Faith, (as it is an Assent of the Understanding,) is not the acceptable Service commended to us in the Text. But (as appears by the Context) The chiefest requisite is Obedience to the commandments of our Master, whereof our Faith is a special Instance. c-crq vmb pns12 j-jn po12 n2, cc av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz, r-crq vmb vvi po12 n1? cc c-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn? av dt n1 av-j vvg pp-f j n1 cc n1, (c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) vbz xx dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt np1 p-acp (c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1) dt js-jn j vbz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq po12 n1 vbz dt j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 108
551 'Tis an Employing of our selves in our Master's business; a careful observance of his Will, in whatsoever he commands us to do, or suffer. Our Saviour tells us the way to life is NONLATINALPHABET, not only narrow, but craggy too; (for that's imported by the Original, It's an Employing of our selves in our Masters business; a careful observance of his Will, in whatsoever he commands us to do, or suffer. Our Saviour tells us the Way to life is, not only narrow, but craggy too; (for that's imported by the Original, pn31|vbz dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 ng1 n1; dt j n1 pp-f po31 vmb, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vdb, cc vvi. po12 n1 vvz pno12 dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz, xx av-j j, p-acp j av; (c-acp d|vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 109
552 though not exprest in our English Bibles;) A way so incumber'd with Christian Precepts, and so block't up with strict Commands, that as nothing but Faith can open the Door, so nothing but Obedience can clear the way. though not expressed in our English Bibles;) A Way so encumbered with Christian Precepts, and so blocked up with strict Commands, that as nothing but Faith can open the Door, so nothing but obedience can clear the Way. cs xx vvn p-acp po12 jp np1;) dt n1 av vvn p-acp njp n2, cc av vvn a-acp p-acp j vvz, cst p-acp pix cc-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1, av pix cc-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 82 Page 109
553 So that Faith and Obedience are to a Christian, (as the two Comets to a Mariner, whereof the one is call'd Castor, the other Pollux, ) never auspicious but in conjunction. By Faith indeed we may have the Gospel; So that Faith and obedience Are to a Christian, (as the two Comets to a Mariner, whereof the one is called Castor, the other Pollux,) never auspicious but in conjunction. By Faith indeed we may have the Gospel; av cst n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp dt njp, (c-acp dt crd n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt pi vbz vvn np1, dt j-jn np1,) av-x j cc-acp p-acp n1. p-acp n1 av pns12 vmb vhb dt n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 109
554 but we hold it not fast, without Obedience. Without them both in conjunction, we cannot have Grace, as the Text injoyns. but we hold it not fast, without obedience. Without them both in conjunction, we cannot have Grace, as the Text enjoins. cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 xx av-j, p-acp n1. p-acp pno32 d p-acp n1, pns12 vmbx vhb n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 109
555 For naked faith without obedience (like either of those Comets without the other,) is apt to raise up a Tempest of God's displeasure, enough to shipwrack the Soul of man. For naked faith without Obedience (like either of those Comets without the other,) is apt to raise up a Tempest of God's displeasure, enough to shipwreck the Soul of man. p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 (av-j d pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n-jn,) vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av-d p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 109
556 I cannot set them both off with a better colour, than if I compare them to Iacob's two Wives; I cannot Set them both off with a better colour, than if I compare them to Jacob's two Wives; pns11 vmbx vvi pno32 d a-acp p-acp dt jc n1, cs cs pns11 vvb pno32 p-acp npg1 crd n2; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 109
557 whereof the One was very beautiful, but barren too; whereof the One was very beautiful, but barren too; c-crq dt pi vbds j j, p-acp j av; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 109
558 the other was fruitful, but yet deform'd. For as Faith (like Rachel ) is wholly barren without obedience, so Obedience (like Leah ) is but deform'd without Faith. Again, the other was fruitful, but yet deformed. For as Faith (like Rachel) is wholly barren without Obedience, so obedience (like Leah) is but deformed without Faith. Again, dt n-jn vbds j, p-acp av vvn. c-acp c-acp n1 (av-j np1) vbz av-jn j p-acp n1, av n1 (av-j np1) vbz p-acp vvn p-acp n1. av, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 110
559 as that without this is void of Eyes, so this without that is utterly destitute of Feet. And though I take it to be impossible, for any follower of Christ to arrive at Heaven, as that without this is void of Eyes, so this without that is utterly destitute of Feet. And though I take it to be impossible, for any follower of christ to arrive At Heaven, c-acp cst p-acp d vbz j pp-f n2, av d p-acp cst vbz av-j j pp-f n2. cc cs pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 110
560 until obedience take up Faith upon her shoulders, that the one may traverse the way thither, and the other direct it; until Obedience take up Faith upon her shoulders, that the one may traverse the Way thither, and the other Direct it; c-acp n1 vvb a-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst dt pi vmb vvi dt n1 av, cc dt j-jn j pn31; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 110
561 yet because I conceive it less impossible of the two, for an Honest blind Heathen to shew me his Faith by his vertuous works, than for a knavish and knowing Christian to shew me his works by his naked Faith, (a thing esteemed by St. Iames the greatest Absurdity in the World,) were Iacob's option mine, I should rather choose Leah with her blere Eyes, than Rachel with her barrenness, that is, obedience without faith, rather than faith without obedience. And do think it by so much a safer thing, to be a very strict Moralist, than a very loose Christian, by how a likelier thing it is, yet Because I conceive it less impossible of the two, for an Honest blind Heathen to show me his Faith by his virtuous works, than for a knavish and knowing Christian to show me his works by his naked Faith, (a thing esteemed by Saint James the greatest Absurdity in the World,) were Jacob's option mine, I should rather choose Leah with her blere Eyes, than Rachel with her Barrenness, that is, Obedience without faith, rather than faith without Obedience. And do think it by so much a safer thing, to be a very strict Moralist, than a very lose Christian, by how a likelier thing it is, av c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 dc j pp-f dt crd, p-acp dt j j j-jn pc-acp vvi pno11 po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n2, cs p-acp dt j cc j-vvg np1 pc-acp vvi pno11 po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, (dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 np1 dt js n1 p-acp dt n1,) vbdr npg1 n1 png11, pns11 vmd av-c vvi np1 p-acp po31 j n2, cs n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, n1 p-acp n1, av-c cs n1 p-acp n1. cc vdb vvi pn31 p-acp av av-d dt jc n1, pc-acp vbi dt j j n1, cs dt j vvb njp, p-acp c-crq dt jc n1 pn31 vbz, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 110
562 for a Traveller to arrive at his Journey's End, by being a Baiard that can go, than a Cripple that can but see. for a Traveller to arrive At his Journey's End, by being a Baiard that can go, than a Cripple that can but see. p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1|vbz vvb, p-acp vbg dt np1 cst vmb vvi, cs dt vvb cst vmb p-acp vvi. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 83 Page 110
563 They who know not, must be instructed; and they who know, but are wilful, must be convinc'd; and we who acknowledge as well as know, must be for ever put in mind, That when we are said in any Scripture to be sav'd, or justified by Faith, it can be meant of no other Faith, than what is the Mother of Obedience, and evermore attended with it. They who know not, must be instructed; and they who know, but Are wilful, must be convinced; and we who acknowledge as well as know, must be for ever put in mind, That when we Are said in any Scripture to be saved, or justified by Faith, it can be meant of no other Faith, than what is the Mother of obedience, and evermore attended with it. pns32 r-crq vvb xx, vmb vbi vvn; cc pns32 r-crq vvb, p-acp vbr j, vmb vbi vvd; cc pns12 q-crq vvb c-acp av c-acp vvb, vmb vbi p-acp av vvn p-acp n1, cst c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dx j-jn n1, cs q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvn p-acp pn31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 111
564 Which may appear as by other Arguments, so particularly by this; That as faith and disobedience are set as Terms of opposition, (I Pet. 2. 7, 8.) so faith and obedience are set as Terms aequipollent, (Rev. 14. 12.) From whence 'tis obvious to infer, that our Lord is not an absolute, but a conditional Redeemer. Which may appear as by other Arguments, so particularly by this; That as faith and disobedience Are Set as Terms of opposition, (I Pet. 2. 7, 8.) so faith and Obedience Are Set as Terms Aequipollent, (Rev. 14. 12.) From whence it's obvious to infer, that our Lord is not an absolute, but a conditional Redeemer. r-crq vmb vvi a-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av av-j p-acp d; cst p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (pns11 np1 crd crd, crd) av n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2 j, (n1 crd crd) p-acp c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst po12 n1 vbz xx dt j, p-acp dt j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 111
565 How else can That God who is a comfortable Light, be said to be in This Text a consuming Fire? It is the property of Satan, to be an Abaddon, or NONLATINALPHABET. How Else can That God who is a comfortable Light, be said to be in This Text a consuming Fire? It is the property of Satan, to be an Abaddon, or. uh-crq av vmb d n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1, vbb vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 dt vvg n1? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi dt np1, cc. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 111
566 And how can an Attribute of Hell, be in any sense apply'd to the God of Heaven, but that it is spoken by a Metonymie of the effect for the efficient, and imply's God Almighty his deportment towards us, after the measure of ours to Him? A fire to purifie and preserve, if we are Gold; but a fire to consume, if we are stubble: A case to be easily illustrated by the waters of Iealousy; which if a woman were chast, would make her fruitful; but if adulterous, they made her thigh to rot, and her belly to swell. Just so said Simeon of the holy Child Iesus, that he is set for the fall, And how can an Attribute of Hell, be in any sense applied to the God of Heaven, but that it is spoken by a Metonymy of the Effect for the efficient, and imply's God Almighty his deportment towards us, After the measure of ours to Him? A fire to purify and preserve, if we Are Gold; but a fire to consume, if we Are stubble: A case to be Easily illustrated by the waters of Jealousy; which if a woman were chaste, would make her fruitful; but if adulterous, they made her thigh to rot, and her belly to swell. Just so said Simeon of the holy Child Iesus, that he is Set for the fallen, cc q-crq vmb dt vvb pp-f n1, vbb p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j, cc ng1 n1 j-jn po31 n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f png12 p-acp pno31? dt n1 p-acp vvb cc vvb, cs pns12 vbr n1; p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb, cs pns12 vbr n1: dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; r-crq cs dt n1 vbdr j, vmd vvi po31 j; p-acp cs j, pns32 vvd po31 n1 p-acp vvb, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvb. av av vvd np1 pp-f dt j n1 np1, cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
567 and for the rising again of many in Israel. and for the rising again of many in Israel. cc p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f d p-acp np1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
568 For the fall of the rebellious, and for the rising again of his loyal Subjects; for the fall of such Persons as will not serve him NONLATINALPHABET, For the fallen of the rebellious, and for the rising again of his loyal Subject's; for the fallen of such Persons as will not serve him, p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j, cc p-acp dt vvg av pp-f po31 j n2-jn; p-acp dt vvb pp-f d n2 c-acp vmb xx vvi pno31, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
569 but for the rising again of such, as will serve him with Reverence and Godly fear. but for the rising again of such, as will serve him with reverence and Godly Fear. cc-acp p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f d, c-acp vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
570 Which proves by a consequence unavoidable, That as he is not an absolute, but a conditional Saviour; Which Proves by a consequence unavoidable, That as he is not an absolute, but a conditional Saviour; r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 j, cst c-acp pns31 vbz xx dt j, p-acp dt j n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
571 so the Condition on which he saves us, is our being true Subjects and Servants to him. so the Condition on which he saves us, is our being true Subject's and Servants to him. av dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, vbz po12 vbg j n2-jn cc n2 p-acp pno31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
572 'Tis our repentance from dead works, and our bringing forth fruits meet for Repentance. It's our Repentance from dead works, and our bringing forth fruits meet for Repentance. pn31|vbz po12 n1 p-acp j n2, cc po12 n-vvg av n2 vvb p-acp n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
573 It is an heart sprinkled from an evil conscience, and a conscience void of offence towards God and towards men. It is an heart sprinkled from an evil conscience, and a conscience void of offence towards God and towards men. pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 j pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
574 It is our having no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, and the keeping of our Selves unspotted from the World. It is our having no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, and the keeping of our Selves unspotted from the World. pn31 vbz po12 vhg dx n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 j p-acp dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 112
575 Lastly the condition on which he saves us, is the Denying of our selves, and the taking up of his Cross; not to put it out of the way, Lastly the condition on which he saves us, is the Denying of our selves, and the taking up of his Cross; not to put it out of the Way, ord dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, vbz dt vvg pp-f po12 n2, cc dt vvg a-acp pp-f po31 vvi; xx p-acp vvd pn31 av pp-f dt n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 113
576 but to follow Him with it whithersoever he shall lead us; but to follow Him with it whithersoever he shall led us; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31 av pns31 vmb vvi pno12; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 113
577 nor to lay it upon other mens shoulders, but meekly to bear it upon our own. This is the acceptable Service pointed at in my Text. Less than this is too little, because it is less than will be accepted. And if we come short of the NONLATINALPHABET, the NONLATINALPHABET in the Text will be nothing worth. nor to lay it upon other men's shoulders, but meekly to bear it upon our own. This is the acceptable Service pointed At in my Text. Less than this is too little, Because it is less than will be accepted. And if we come short of the, the in the Text will be nothing worth. ccx pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 d. d vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp p-acp po11 np1 av-dc cs d vbz av j, c-acp pn31 vbz av-dc cs vmb vbi vvn. cc cs pns12 vvb j pp-f dt, dt p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi pix j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 84 Page 113
578 Of this I must labour so much the rather to convince my self, and such as hear me, Of this I must labour so much the rather to convince my self, and such as hear me, pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi av av-d dt av-c pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc d c-acp vvb pno11, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 85 Page 113
579 because the best of us all is apt to have something of the Fiduciarie, and (without a continual watch) will have a smack of the Antinomian. For let us examin our selves throughly, Because the best of us all is apt to have something of the Fiduciary, and (without a continual watch) will have a smack of the Antinomian. For let us examine our selves thoroughly, c-acp dt js pp-f pno12 d vbz j pc-acp vhi pi pp-f dt n1, cc (p-acp dt j n1) vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt np1. c-acp vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 av-j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 85 Page 113
580 and sift our selves unto the Bran; and then speak freely as honest men unto our selves. and sift our selves unto the Bran; and then speak freely as honest men unto our selves. cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; cc av vvb av-j p-acp j n2 p-acp po12 n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 85 Page 113
581 Do we not flatter our selves often, that we are good enough to serve turn? and that we must not be Righteous overmuch? that 'tis improper for us to live as in the Commonwealth of Plato, whilst we are in the Dregs of Romulus? and that we need not be better than other men, of whose Salvation we suppose it is not Charity for us to doubt? Have we not often sinn'd the more, if not that Grace may abound, yet because it hath already so much abounded? and the rather adventur'd to be evil, because of our knowledge that God is good? Do we not generally conceive, (like Him in Zosimus ) that we may sin the more safely for being Christians? And have a priviledge to be wicked above the rest of mankind, Do we not flatter our selves often, that we Are good enough to serve turn? and that we must not be Righteous overmuch? that it's improper for us to live as in the Commonwealth of Plato, while we Are in the Dregs of Romulus? and that we need not be better than other men, of whose Salvation we suppose it is not Charity for us to doubt? Have we not often sinned the more, if not that Grace may abound, yet Because it hath already so much abounded? and the rather adventured to be evil, Because of our knowledge that God is good? Do we not generally conceive, (like Him in Zosimus) that we may since the more safely for being Christians? And have a privilege to be wicked above the rest of mankind, vdb pns12 xx vvi po12 n2 av, cst pns12 vbr j av-d pc-acp vvi n1? cc cst pns12 vmb xx vbb j av? cst pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? cc cst pns12 vvb xx vbi av-jc cs j-jn n2, pp-f rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb pn31 vbz xx n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb? vhb pns12 xx av vvd dt av-dc, cs xx d n1 vmb vvi, av c-acp pn31 vhz av av d vvn? cc dt av-c vvd pc-acp vbi j-jn, c-acp pp-f po12 n1 cst np1 vbz j? vdb pns12 xx av-j vvi, (av-j pno31 p-acp np1) cst pns12 vmb n1 dt av-dc av-j p-acp vbg njpg2? cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 85 Page 114
582 because we are Worshippers of a God who is a God ready to pardon? Are we not much the more careless of falling headlong into Sin, Because we Are Worshippers of a God who is a God ready to pardon? are we not much the more careless of falling headlong into since, c-acp pns12 vbr n2 pp-f dt np1 r-crq vbz dt n1 j pc-acp vvi? vbr pns12 xx d dt av-dc j pp-f vvg av-j p-acp n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 85 Page 114
583 and much the less careful of getting out, because we read, that if we sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, who is the propitiation for all our Sins? Compare the lives of most Christians, (I mean Professors of Christianity,) with what we read of Unbelievers, (whether ignorant Gentiles, or stubborn Iews, ) And you will say they have need to be all instructed, or atleast to be put in mind, that Believers being the men with whom the best of God's Talents have been entrusted, are by consequence the men too, of whom the best Service will be requir'd. and much the less careful of getting out, Because we read, that if we sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, who is the propitiation for all our Sins? Compare the lives of most Christians, (I mean Professors of Christianity,) with what we read of Unbelievers, (whither ignorant Gentiles, or stubborn Iews,) And you will say they have need to be all instructed, or atleast to be put in mind, that Believers being the men with whom the best of God's Talents have been Entrusted, Are by consequence the men too, of whom the best Service will be required. cc d dt av-dc j pp-f vvg av, c-acp pns12 vvb, cst cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp d po12 n2? vvb dt n2 pp-f ds njpg2, (pns11 vvb n2 pp-f np1,) p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f n2, (cs j n2-j, cc j np2,) cc pn22 vmb vvi pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi d vvn, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cst n2 vbg dt n2 p-acp ro-crq dt av-js pp-f npg1 n2 vhb vbn vvn, vbr p-acp n1 dt n2 av, pp-f ro-crq dt av-js n1 vmb vbi vvn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 85 Page 114
584 This I shall briefly make appear from two general Topicks, or Heads of Arguing. This I shall briefly make appear from two general Topicks, or Heads of Arguing. d pns11 vmb av-j vvi vvi p-acp crd j np2, cc n2 pp-f vvg. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 86 Page 114
585 From the principal end or final cause of our Saviour's coming hither, and from his Principal business which took him up when he was here. From the principal end or final cause of our Saviour's coming hither, and from his Principal business which took him up when he was Here. p-acp dt j-jn vvb cc j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 vvg av, cc p-acp po31 j-jn n1 r-crq vvd pno31 a-acp c-crq pns31 vbds av. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 86 Page 115
586 First for the end of his coming hither, it was rather to redeem us from Sin, than Hell. Rather to sanctifie our Nature, than meerly to justifie our Persons; rather to make us truly Righteous, than only to reckon or count us Iust. And this may appear, First for the end of his coming hither, it was rather to Redeem us from since, than Hell. Rather to sanctify our Nature, than merely to justify our Persons; rather to make us truly Righteous, than only to reckon or count us Just And this may appear, ord p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 vvg av, pn31 vbds av-c pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cs n1. av-c p-acp vvb po12 n1, cs av-j p-acp vvb po12 n2; av p-acp vvb pno12 av-j j, cs av-j p-acp vvb cc vvb pno12 j cc d vmb vvi, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 115
587 as by other Reasons, so more especially by These. as by other Reasons, so more especially by These. c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av av-dc av-j p-acp d. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 115
588 First that Sin is by nature far worse than Hell, Because our sins can serve for nothing, First that since is by nature Far Worse than Hell, Because our Sins can serve for nothing, ord cst n1 vbz p-acp n1 av-j jc cs n1, p-acp po12 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pix, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 115
589 but to Injure and Incense the Righteous Iudge of all the World; but to Injure and Incense the Righteous Judge of all the World; cc-acp p-acp vvi cc vvb dt j vvi pp-f d dt n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 115
590 whereas Hell is good for something; even to satisfie the Iustice which Sin hath Injur'd, and to glorifie the Iudge whom it hath Incens'd. From whence it follows, that 'tis much more conformable to the Holiness of God, whereas Hell is good for something; even to satisfy the justice which since hath Injured, and to Glorify the Judge whom it hath Incensed. From whence it follows, that it's much more conformable to the Holiness of God, cs n1 vbz j p-acp pi; av p-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq n1 vhz vvn, cc p-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz, cst pn31|vbz av-d dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 115
591 and more advanceth his Glory too, To have sent his Son into the world, rather to purifie, than to forgive it. and more Advanceth his Glory too, To have sent his Son into the world, rather to purify, than to forgive it. cc dc vvz po31 n1 av, pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-c p-acp vvb, cs p-acp vvb pn31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 115
592 To forgive it indeed by a secondary intention, but to purifie it by the first; (for purity by nature being better than Pardon, by a very good sequel was sooner meant,) To reduce us to our obedience as the chief purpose of his coming, To forgive it indeed by a secondary intention, but to purify it by the First; (for purity by nature being better than Pardon, by a very good sequel was sooner meant,) To reduce us to our Obedience as the chief purpose of his coming, p-acp vvb pn31 av p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp dt ord; (c-acp n1 p-acp n1 vbg j cs vvb, p-acp dt j j n1 vbds av-c vvn,) pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
593 and to give us Heaven as the Accession. For real happiness consisting in being holy as God is holy, 'Tis plain that Heaven can be no more, and to give us Heaven as the Accession. For real happiness consisting in being holy as God is holy, It's plain that Heaven can be no more, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp j n1 vvg p-acp vbg j c-acp np1 vbz j, pn31|vbz j cst n1 vmb vbi dx av-dc, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
594 than a good Appendix of our felicity. than a good Appendix of our felicity. cs dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
595 For can we imagin, that God himself can be any whit the happier for being in Heaven? No; For can we imagine, that God himself can be any whit the Happier for being in Heaven? No; p-acp vmb pns12 vvi, cst np1 px31 vmb vbi d n1 dt jc p-acp vbg p-acp n1? dx; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
596 'Tis Heaven which is the happier for being God's Throne: which should he fix upon the Earth, Heaven would presently be his Footstool. As it is not the Court which gives Majesty to the King; But wheresoever the King is, there's the Court. To be in Heaven without holiness, (like the lost Regiment of Angels) would be to make it a second Hell. And therefore They, at the Day of Judgment, who shall intreat the Hills to cover them, It's Heaven which is the Happier for being God's Throne: which should he fix upon the Earth, Heaven would presently be his Footstool. As it is not the Court which gives Majesty to the King; But wheresoever the King is, there's the Court. To be in Heaven without holiness, (like the lost Regiment of Angels) would be to make it a second Hell. And Therefore They, At the Day of Judgement, who shall entreat the Hills to cover them, pn31|vbz n1 r-crq vbz dt jc p-acp vbg npg1 n1: r-crq vmd pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1, n1 vmd av-j vbi po31 n1. p-acp pn31 vbz xx dt vvb r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz, pc-acp|vbz dt n1. pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (av-j dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2) vmd vbi pc-acp vvi pn31 dt ord n1. cc av pns32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp vvb pno32, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
597 and the Mountains to fall upon them, will have no other reason for that Intreaty, than to be hid from the face of him that sitteth upon the Throne. and the Mountains to fallen upon them, will have no other reason for that Entreaty, than to be hid from the face of him that Sitteth upon the Throne. cc dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vmb vhi dx j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
598 From whence it is obvious to infer, that to a man of impure Eyes, nothing smarts more than the Sight of Bliss. And therefore our Saviour's coming hither was first to fortifie our eyes, From whence it is obvious to infer, that to a man of impure Eyes, nothing smarts more than the Sighed of Bliss. And Therefore our Saviour's coming hither was First to fortify our eyes, p-acp c-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pix n2 av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av po12 ng1 n-vvg av vbds ord p-acp vvi po12 n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
599 or to make them pure, and then to procure us the Blessed Vision. or to make them pure, and then to procure us the Blessed Vision. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j, cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 dt vvn n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 87 Page 116
600 Besides, Secondly, Had he been sent into the world, only to amplify our Charter, but not our Statutes; Beside, Secondly, Had he been sent into the world, only to amplify our Charter, but not our Statutes; a-acp, ord, vhd pns31 vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc-acp xx po12 n2; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 88 Page 117
601 to free us as really from the Moral, as from the Ceremonial Law; to free us as really from the Moral, as from the Ceremonial Law; pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp av-j p-acp dt j, a-acp p-acp dt j n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 88 Page 117
602 or from the observance of the Law moral, as well as from the curse, and the rigour of it; or from the observance of the Law moral, as well as from the curse, and the rigour of it; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 88 Page 117
603 And so to make us no whit holier, but only happier than before; (if yet a man can be happy who is not holy, which rather implys a contradiction,) he might have been buried before he was born; ( buried, I mean, in his Mothers womb; ) or he might have been born, only to be buried; He might have been murder'd as commodiously by Herod in the Cradle, as by Pilate upon the Cross; and with as great a convenience, have dyed a Saviour at a year old, And so to make us no whit Holier, but only Happier than before; (if yet a man can be happy who is not holy, which rather Implies a contradiction,) he might have been buried before he was born; (buried, I mean, in his Mother's womb;) or he might have been born, only to be buried; He might have been murdered as commodiously by Herod in the Cradle, as by Pilate upon the Cross; and with as great a convenience, have died a Saviour At a year old, cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 dx n1 jc, cc-acp av-j jc cs a-acp; (cs av dt n1 vmb vbi j r-crq vbz xx j, r-crq av vvz dt n1,) pns31 vmd vhi vbn vvn c-acp pns31 vbds vvn; (vvn, pns11 vvb, p-acp po31 ng1 n1;) cc pns31 vmd vhi vbn vvn, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; pns31 vmd vhi vbn vvn a-acp av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp p-acp j dt n1, vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 88 Page 117
604 as in living till three and thirty. For what better reason can we imagin, why he should live so long a Saint, before he dyed a publick Sacrifice, but that as 'twere by the Aequator, or standing Rule of his life, we might reform and regulate all the obliquities of our own? that he might free us from Sin's Dominion, by his Precepts and Example, his Life and Doctrin, as well as from the wages of it by his Death and Resurrection? as in living till three and thirty. For what better reason can we imagine, why he should live so long a Saint, before he died a public Sacrifice, but that as 'twere by the Equator, or standing Rule of his life, we might reform and regulate all the obliquities of our own? that he might free us from Since Dominion, by his Precepts and Exampl, his Life and Doctrine, as well as from the wages of it by his Death and Resurrection? c-acp p-acp vvg p-acp crd cc crd. c-acp q-crq jc n1 vmb pns12 vvi, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi av av-j dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd dt j vvi, p-acp d c-acp pn31|vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f po12 d? cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n2 cc n1, po31 n1 cc n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1? (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 88 Page 117
605 For 3dly, let us expostulate and reason a little within our selves. For 3dly, let us expostulate and reason a little within our selves. p-acp j, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi dt j p-acp po12 n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 118
606 Can there be any thing more irrational, more dishonourable to God, or more disgraceful to our Religion, than to think that our Saviour came down from Heaven, only to open, and so to shut up the Gates of Hell? To be a Friend of Publicans and Sinners in the same ill Sense, in which his Enemies spake him to be so? 'Tis true indeed in one sense, there can be nothing more Orthodox, than was the malice of those Blasphemers. Can there be any thing more irrational, more dishonourable to God, or more disgraceful to our Religion, than to think that our Saviour Come down from Heaven, only to open, and so to shut up the Gates of Hell? To be a Friend of Publicans and Sinners in the same ill Sense, in which his Enemies spoke him to be so? It's true indeed in one sense, there can be nothing more Orthodox, than was the malice of those Blasphemers. vmb a-acp vbi d n1 av-dc j, dc j p-acp np1, cc av-dc j p-acp po12 n1, cs pc-acp vvi cst po12 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, av-j p-acp j, cc av p-acp vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2 p-acp dt d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n2 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi av? pn31|vbz j av p-acp crd n1, pc-acp vmb vbi pix av-dc n1, av vbds dt n1 pp-f d n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 118
607 Christ indeed was the friend of Publicans and Sinners, the greatest Friend to be imagin'd. christ indeed was the friend of Publicans and Sinners, the greatest Friend to be imagined. np1 av vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2, dt js n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 118
608 But 'twas by Saving them from their Sins, as he did Matthew, and Zachaeus, Mary Magdalen, and the like; But 'twas by Saving them from their Sins, as he did Matthew, and Zacchaeus, Marry Magdalen, and the like; p-acp pn31|vbds p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vdd np1, cc np1, uh np1, cc dt j; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 118
609 not by Saving them for all their Sins however indulgently lived in. Not by making it safe for them to be Sinners without Amendment. not by Saving them for all their Sins however indulgently lived in. Not by making it safe for them to be Sinners without Amendment. xx p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d po32 n2 c-acp av-j vvn p-acp. xx p-acp vvg pn31 j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 118
610 Could he come for nothing else but to proclaim a Iubilee for Malefactors, and so to make them more voluptuous, not more vertuous than before? Can we imagin that the Law was so a Schoolmaster to Christ, as that the end of his coming should be to turn us from our Books? to beg us a kind of an endless Playday, and so to send us out as Truants into a Mahomet's Paradise? Can it be possibly consistent (I say not with Scripture only and Reason, Could he come for nothing Else but to proclaim a Jubilee for Malefactors, and so to make them more voluptuous, not more virtuous than before? Can we imagine that the Law was so a Schoolmaster to christ, as that the end of his coming should be to turn us from our Books? to beg us a kind of an endless Playday, and so to send us out as Truants into a Mahomet's Paradise? Can it be possibly consistent (I say not with Scripture only and Reason, vmd pns31 vvi p-acp pix av cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 av-dc j, xx av-dc j cs a-acp? vmb pns12 vvi d dt n1 vbds av dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp cst dt vvb pp-f po31 vvg vmd vbi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2? pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp n2 p-acp dt npg1 n1? vmb pn31 vbi av-j j (pns11 vvb xx p-acp n1 av-j cc n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 119
611 but indeed) with common Sense, that he should purifie to himself a peculiar people, not by bridling Sin, but indeed) with Common Sense, that he should purify to himself a peculiar people, not by bridling since, cc-acp av) p-acp j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1, xx p-acp vvg n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 119
612 but by letting it ride? That the NONLATINALPHABET in Zosimus should be (as the Spaniard there calls it) NONLATINALPHABET; (that is to say in plain English) that the meer Christianity of our Opinions should abundantly expiate for all the Atheism of our Lives? and so that the Gospel should be intended, not for a Rule, but a Dispensation? 'Tis true this Fallacy of the Tempter is too too commonly swallow'd down; but by letting it ride? That the in Zosimus should be (as the Spaniard there calls it); (that is to say in plain English) that the mere Christianity of our Opinions should abundantly expiate for all the Atheism of our Lives? and so that the Gospel should be intended, not for a Rule, but a Dispensation? It's true this Fallacy of the Tempter is too too commonly swallowed down; cc-acp p-acp vvg pn31 vvi? cst dt p-acp np1 vmd vbi (c-acp dt np1 a-acp vvz pn31); (d vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j jp) cst dt j np1 pp-f po12 n2 vmd av-j vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? cc av cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1? pn31|vbz j d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av av av-j vvn a-acp; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 119
613 although not only the Stream of Reason, but all the Current of the Scripture runs quite against it. although not only the Stream of Reason, but all the Current of the Scripture runs quite against it. cs xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp d dt j pp-f dt n1 vvz av p-acp pn31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 89 Page 119
614 For in the third of the Acts, at the twentieth Verse, God having raised up his Son Iesus sent him to bless us, (saith St. Peter; ) but how? even NONLATINALPHABET, &c. That blessing altogether consisted in his turning us away every one from our Iniquities. For in the third of the Acts, At the twentieth Verse, God having raised up his Son Iesus sent him to bless us, (Says Saint Peter;) but how? even, etc. That blessing altogether consisted in his turning us away every one from our Iniquities. c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt ord n1, np1 vhg vvn a-acp po31 n1 np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12, (vvz n1 np1;) cc-acp q-crq? av, av cst n1 av vvn p-acp po31 vvg pno12 av d pi p-acp po12 n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 119
615 So in the second to Titus, at the eleventh Verse, The Grace of God which bringeth Salvation hath appeared indeed to all men. So in the second to Titus, At the eleventh Verse, The Grace of God which brings Salvation hath appeared indeed to all men. av p-acp dt ord p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1 vhz vvd av p-acp d n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
616 But to what end? 'Twas NONLATINALPHABET, &c. that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we may live soberly, righteously, But to what end? 'Twas, etc. that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, we may live soberly, righteously, cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1? pn31|vbds, av d vvg n1 cc j n2, pns12 vmb vvi av-j, av-j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
617 and godly in this present world. and godly in this present world. cc j p-acp d j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
618 Again in the fourteenth Verse of the same Chapter, Christ is said indeed to have given himself for us; But immediately it follows, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. The gist consisteth in his Redeeming us from all Iniquity. Again in the fourteenth Verse of the same Chapter, christ is said indeed to have given himself for us; But immediately it follows,, etc. The gist Consisteth in his Redeeming us from all Iniquity. av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1, np1 vbz vvn av pc-acp vhi vvn px31 p-acp pno12; cc-acp av-j pn31 vvz,, av dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 vvg pno12 p-acp d n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
619 To which at least we may accommodate what is said of our Saviour, Matth. 8. 17. where the NONLATINALPHABET, which is in Beza 's Translation he bare their Sicknesses (or their Sins, ) is in Tertullian 's he took them away. And let the Translation be what it will, sure I am that the reason is very good. To which At least we may accommodate what is said of our Saviour, Matthew 8. 17. where the, which is in Beza is translation he bore their Sicknesses (or their Sins,) is in Tertullian is he took them away. And let the translation be what it will, sure I am that the reason is very good. p-acp r-crq p-acp ds pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbz vvn pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd crd n1 dt, r-crq vbz p-acp np1 vbz n1 pns31 j po32 n2 (cc po32 n2,) vbz p-acp np1 vbz pns31 vvd pno32 av. cc vvb dt n1 vbb r-crq pn31 vmb, av-j pns11 vbm d dt n1 vbz av j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
620 It being the noblest benefaction, and much most worthy of a Saviour who came from Heaven, rather to cure the lame, It being the Noblest benefaction, and much most worthy of a Saviour who Come from Heaven, rather to cure the lame, pn31 vbg dt js n1, cc d av-ds j pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp n1, av-c p-acp vvb dt j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
621 than to give them crutches; rather to rid us of our sins by reducing us to obedience, than by acquitting us only of punishment, to make our sins the more supportable. than to give them crutches; rather to rid us of our Sins by reducing us to Obedience, than by acquitting us only of punishment, to make our Sins the more supportable. cs pc-acp vvi pno32 n2; av p-acp vvn pno12 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp n1, cs p-acp vvg pno12 av-j pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 dt av-dc j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 90 Page 120
622 And as the prime end of his coming hither, was to correct and reform our practice, so his prime business when he was here was (as our Lord) to prescribe us Precepts, and to press for a due obedience to all the Precepts which he prescrib'd. And as the prime end of his coming hither, was to correct and reform our practice, so his prime business when he was Here was (as our Lord) to prescribe us Precepts, and to press for a due Obedience to all the Precepts which he prescribed. cc p-acp dt j-jn vvb pp-f po31 vvg av, vbds p-acp vvb cc vvi po12 n1, av po31 j-jn n1 c-crq pns31 vbds av vbds (p-acp po12 n1) pc-acp vvi pno12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 121
623 Though 'tis the custom of the world, to look upon him as a Saviour, and nothing else, in his Priestly Office only, which is to bless us, Though it's the custom of the world, to look upon him as a Saviour, and nothing Else, in his Priestly Office only, which is to bless us, cs pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc pix av, p-acp po31 j n1 av-j, r-crq vbz p-acp vvb pno12, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 121
624 and to insist upon his being our Elder Brother; yet the name written upon his Garment, and to insist upon his being our Elder Brother; yet the name written upon his Garment, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 vbg po12 j-jn n1; av dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 121
625 and on his Thigh, is King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. and on his Thigh, is King of Kings, and Lord of lords. cc p-acp po31 n1, vbz n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 121
626 His name is Christ as well as Iesus. Moses was his Type, as well as Ioshua. And observe in what order. His name is christ as well as Iesus. Moses was his Type, as well as Ioshua. And observe in what order. po31 n1 vbz np1 c-acp av c-acp np1. np1 vbds po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp np1. cc vvi p-acp r-crq n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 121
627 He is our Moses in the first place, to make us fit for a blessed Canaan; and then our Ioshua to give us possession. The general Title of the Gospel [ NONLATINALPHABET ] which we love to call the New Testament (and nothing else) would (by a more genuine Translation of the word) be expressed by The new Covenant, that is to say, the new Law. For so it is called by St. Paul, NONLATINALPHABET, the Law of Faith, (Rom. 3. 27.) And as the whole Moral Law was published by Christ, as well as Moses, (which any man may see who will not wink, in the fifth, sixth, He is our Moses in the First place, to make us fit for a blessed Canaan; and then our Ioshua to give us possession. The general Title of the Gospel [ ] which we love to call the New Testament (and nothing Else) would (by a more genuine translation of the word) be expressed by The new Covenant, that is to say, the new Law. For so it is called by Saint Paul,, the Law of Faith, (Rom. 3. 27.) And as the Whole Moral Law was published by christ, as well as Moses, (which any man may see who will not wink, in the fifth, sixth, pns31 vbz po12 np1 p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp dt j-vvn np1; cc av po12 np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 n1. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 [ ] r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 (cc pix av) vmd (p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n1) vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt j n1. c-acp av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1,, dt n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) cc c-acp dt j-jn j n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, c-acp av c-acp np1, (r-crq d n1 vmb vvi r-crq vmb xx vvi, p-acp dt ord, ord, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 121
628 and seventh Chapters of St. Matthew, ) so Christ, as well as Moses, thought fit to give it upon a Mountain. Nor is it unworthy our observation, That throughout the New Testament, and seventh Chapters of Saint Matthew,) so christ, as well as Moses, Thought fit to give it upon a Mountain. Nor is it unworthy our observation, That throughout the New Testament, cc ord n2 pp-f n1 np1,) av np1, c-acp av c-acp np1, vvd j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1. ccx vbz pn31 j po12 n1, cst p-acp dt j n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 122
629 though there is many times a Precept without a Promise annexed to it; though there is many times a Precept without a Promise annexed to it; cs pc-acp vbz d n2 dt n1 p-acp dt vvb vvn p-acp pn31; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 122
630 yet there is not one Promise which is not clogg'd with some Precept. As if our Saviour had esteemed it an easier thing, to make us believing and orthodox Christians, than obedient and sincere ones. yet there is not one Promise which is not clogged with Some Precept. As if our Saviour had esteemed it an Easier thing, to make us believing and orthodox Christians, than obedient and sincere ones. av a-acp vbz xx crd n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1. c-acp cs po12 n1 vhd vvn pn31 dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvg cc n1 np1, cs j cc j pi2. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 122
631 According to which he elsewhere tells us, that they only shall enter into the Kingdom of his Father , not that call upon his Name, but that do his Will. Nay (as there he goes on in the following Verses,) Though a man may have Faith to the working of Miracles, yet if it be built upon the Sand, (as most certainly it is, According to which he elsewhere tells us, that they only shall enter into the Kingdom of his Father, not that call upon his Name, but that do his Will. Nay (as there he Goes on in the following Verses,) Though a man may have Faith to the working of Miracles, yet if it be built upon the Sand, (as most Certainly it is, vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 av vvz pno12, cst pns32 av-j vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx d vvb p-acp po31 vvb, p-acp d vdb po31 vmb. uh (c-acp a-acp pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt vvg n2,) cs dt n1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, av cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, (c-acp av-ds av-j pn31 vbz, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 122
632 when 'tis not seconded with obedience, ) he foretells what he will say unto men of that sort at the Day of Judgment, NONLATINALPHABET, I never knew you. (Not that Christ can be ignorant of their persons, or their works, to whom he will say, I never knew you. For even that very saying imports he knew them well enough, that is, he knew them to be such, as did deserve that such words should be spoken to them. when it's not seconded with Obedience,) he foretells what he will say unto men of that sort At the Day of Judgement,, I never knew you. (Not that christ can be ignorant of their Persons, or their works, to whom he will say, I never knew you. For even that very saying imports he knew them well enough, that is, he knew them to be such, as did deserve that such words should be spoken to them. c-crq pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp n1,) pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,, pns11 av-x vvd pn22. (xx d np1 vmb vbi j pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 av-x vvd pn22. c-acp av d j n-vvg vvz pns31 vvd pno32 av av-d, cst vbz, pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi d, a-acp vdd vvi cst d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 122
633 And therefore the meaning must needs be this, I never knew you to be members of my Body, And Therefore the meaning must needs be this, I never knew you to be members of my Body, cc av dt n1 vmb av vbi d, pns11 av-x vvd pn22 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po11 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 123
634 or to be sheep of my Fold; or to be sheep of my Fold; cc pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f po11 vvb; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 123
635 that is, I know you to be Persons I cannot own. For as to know in the holy Dialect does often signifie to approve; so not to know does very often import no more than to disown. ) I must confess we might think it exceeding strange, that is, I know you to be Persons I cannot own. For as to know in the holy Dialect does often signify to approve; so not to know does very often import no more than to disown.) I must confess we might think it exceeding strange, cst vbz, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vbi np1 pns11 vmbx d. c-acp c-acp p-acp vvb p-acp dt j n1 vdz av vvi p-acp vvb; av xx pc-acp vvi vdz av av vvi av-dx dc cs p-acp vvn.) pns11 vmb vvi pns12 vmd vvi pn31 vvg j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 123
636 but that our Oracle does assure us 'tis very true, That as Believers we may be able to cast out Devils, but that our Oracle does assure us it's very true, That as Believers we may be able to cast out Devils, cc-acp cst po12 n1 vdz vvi pno12 pn31|vbz av j, cst p-acp n2 pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp vvd av n2, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 123
637 and yet as Disobedient may be our selves possess't with them ▪ We may preach to save others, and yet be Castaways our selves. For be we never so zealous Preachers, or Professors of the Gospel; and at the very same time Indulgent Transgressors of the Law; our very Advocate will say, and yet as Disobedient may be our selves possessed with them ▪ We may preach to save Others, and yet be Castaways our selves. For be we never so zealous Preachers, or Professors of the Gospel; and At the very same time Indulgent Transgressors of the Law; our very Advocate will say, cc av c-acp j vmb vbi po12 n2 vvn p-acp pno32 ▪ pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cc av vbi n2 po12 n2. p-acp vbi pns12 av av j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1; cc p-acp dt j d n1 j n2 pp-f dt n1; po12 j n1 vmb vvi, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 123
638 when he shall come to be our Iudge, NONLATINALPHABET, Depart from me ye workers of Iniquity. when he shall come to be our Judge,, Depart from me you workers of Iniquity. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi po12 vvi,, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 n2 pp-f n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 91 Page 123
639 And therefore our blessed Saviour being about to leave the world, and to teach his Disciples ( before he left them) how to serve him NONLATINALPHABET, in such a manner as he would like; did not speak in this stile, If ye love me, cast all your Care upon my Promises; And Therefore our blessed Saviour being about to leave the world, and to teach his Disciples (before he left them) how to serve him, in such a manner as he would like; did not speak in this style, If you love me, cast all your Care upon my Promises; cc av po12 j-vvn n1 vbg a-acp p-acp vvb dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 (p-acp pns31 j pno32) c-crq pc-acp vvb pno31, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd av-j; vdd xx vvi p-acp d n1, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvd d po22 n1 p-acp po11 vvz; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 123
640 or If you love me, stoutly rely upon my merits; or If you love me, stoutly rely upon my merits; cc cs pn22 vvb pno11, av-j vvb p-acp po11 n2; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 123
641 (althô there is a place for each of these too,) But, as preparatory to Both, If ye love me, keep my Commandments, John 14. 15. which was as if he should have said, shew me your Faith by your works, and your Love by your obedience. Plainly implying to Them and Us, that our Sonship does not give us any Exemption from our Service; our Service being the only thing by which we are able to prove our Sonship. As Christ hath a Priestly, and a Prophetical, so hath he also a Kingly Office. (althô there is a place for each of these too,) But, as preparatory to Both, If you love me, keep my commandments, John 14. 15. which was as if he should have said, show me your Faith by your works, and your Love by your Obedience. Plainly implying to Them and Us, that our Sonship does not give us any Exemption from our Service; our Service being the only thing by which we Are able to prove our Sonship. As christ hath a Priestly, and a Prophetical, so hath he also a Kingly Office. (uh a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d pp-f d av,) cc-acp, c-acp n1 p-acp d, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb po11 n2, np1 crd crd r-crq vbds c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, vvb pno11 po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc po22 vvb p-acp po22 n1. av-j vvg p-acp pno32 cc pno32, cst po12 n1 vdz xx vvi pno12 d n1 p-acp po12 n1; po12 n1 vbg dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb po12 n1. p-acp np1 vhz dt j, cc dt j, av vhz pns31 av dt j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
642 Nor may we kick at the Scepter and Throne of Christ, and think it sufficient to declare we are his Majesty's most humble and loyal Subjects. Nor may we kick At the Sceptre and Throne of christ, and think it sufficient to declare we Are his Majesty's most humble and loyal Subject's. ccx vmb pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi pns12 vbr po31 ng1 av-ds j cc j n2-jn. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
643 Some Earthly Potentates have been thus mock'd, but the King of Kings will never be so. some Earthly Potentates have been thus mocked, but the King of Kings will never be so. d j n2 vhb vbn av vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 vmb av-x vbi av. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
644 We cannot honour our Lord by disobeying him; We cannot honour our Lord by disobeying him; pns12 vmbx vvb po12 n1 p-acp vvg pno31; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
645 or shew our selves kind, by being undutiful; For we see that our obedience is both the Argument and the Badge of a True Affection. or show our selves kind, by being undutiful; For we see that our Obedience is both the Argument and the Badge of a True Affection. cc vvb po12 n2 j, p-acp vbg j; c-acp pns12 vvb cst po12 n1 vbz d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
646 Our Saviour saith, Matth. 10. 38. He that follows me not, is unworthy of me. Where to follow him, is to be like him; Our Saviour Says, Matthew 10. 38. He that follows me not, is unworthy of me. Where to follow him, is to be like him; po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz pno11 xx, vbz j pp-f pno11. c-crq p-acp vvb pno31, vbz pc-acp vbi av-j pno31; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
647 To conform our selves to him more than a Parasite to his Patron; not to walk in his Path only, To conform our selves to him more than a Parasite to his Patron; not to walk in his Path only, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 av-dc cs dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 av-j, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 124
648 but to tread in his very Footsteps. According to that of the Pythagoreans (which deserves for its worth to be Christianiz'd, however writ by that Hierocles who writ a Book against Christ, ) NONLATINALPHABET. but to tread in his very Footsteps. According to that of the pythagoreans (which deserves for its worth to be Christianized, however writ by that Hierocles who writ a Book against christ,). cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n2. vvg p-acp d pp-f dt njp2 (r-crq vvz p-acp po31 j pc-acp vbi vvn, a-acp vvn p-acp d np1 r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp np1,). (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 125
649 Thou shalt honour God the better, the more thou studiest to be like him. Thou shalt honour God the better, the more thou studiest to be like him. pns21 vm2 vvi np1 dt jc, dt av-dc pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi av-j pno31. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 125
650 For him we love most, whom we most imitate; and he honours God best, who doth best resemble him; For him we love most, whom we most imitate; and he honours God best, who does best resemble him; p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb av-ds, r-crq pns12 av-ds vvb; cc pns31 n2 np1 js, r-crq vdz av-js vvb pno31; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 125
651 And what kind of Resemblance he most requires, St. Iohn hath told us twice together in his first Epistle and third Chapter; And what kind of Resemblance he most requires, Saint John hath told us twice together in his First Epistle and third Chapter; cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 av-ds vvz, n1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 av av p-acp po31 ord n1 cc ord n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 125
652 to wit, our being pure as he is pure, (v. 3.) and our being Righteous as he is Righteous, (v. 7.) And our Saviour to the same purpose, having mustred up his Precepts with the several Promises annext, makes a kind of a Corollarie or rather Abridgment of the whole, not at all with a command, that we be happy as God is happy, but with an NONLATINALPHABET, be ye perfect as he is perfect. to wit, our being pure as he is pure, (v. 3.) and our being Righteous as he is Righteous, (v. 7.) And our Saviour to the same purpose, having mustered up his Precepts with the several Promises annexed, makes a kind of a Corollary or rather Abridgment of the Whole, not At all with a command, that we be happy as God is happy, but with an, be you perfect as he is perfect. p-acp n1, po12 vbg j c-acp pns31 vbz j, (n1 crd) cc po12 vbg j c-acp pns31 vbz j, (n1 crd) cc po12 n1 p-acp dt d n1, vhg vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j vvz vvn, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc av-c n1 pp-f dt j-jn, xx p-acp d p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vbb j c-acp np1 vbz j, p-acp p-acp dt, vbb pn22 j c-acp pns31 vbz j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 92 Page 125
653 Thus as briefly, and yet as fully as I could possibly contrive, I have shew'd the chiefest end of our blessed Saviour's coming hither, and his principal Business when he was here. It was not only as a Saviour, to propose Promises to our Faith; Thus as briefly, and yet as Fully as I could possibly contrive, I have showed the chiefest end of our blessed Saviour's coming hither, and his principal Business when he was Here. It was not only as a Saviour, to propose Promises to our Faith; av a-acp av-j, cc av c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmd av-j vvi, pns11 vhb vvn dt js-jn n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn ng1 vvg av, cc po31 j-jn n1 c-crq pns31 vbds av. pn31 vbds xx av-j c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi vvz p-acp po12 n1; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 125
654 nor only as a Teacher, to fiill our heads with new knowledge, but as a Soveraign, and a Prince, (as St. Peter calls him) to exact obedience to his Commands. And to place it without dispute, He made it part of his business, when he was here, to let us know, why he came hither. nor only as a Teacher, to fiill our Heads with new knowledge, but as a Sovereign, and a Prince, (as Saint Peter calls him) to exact Obedience to his Commands. And to place it without dispute, He made it part of his business, when he was Here, to let us know, why he Come hither. ccx av-j c-acp dt n1, p-acp vmb po12 n2 p-acp j n1, p-acp p-acp dt j-jn, cc dt n1, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno31) pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvz. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd pn31 n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds av, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd av. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
655 For as he tells us in one place (enough to keep us from despair ) that he came not to destroy mens lives, but to save them; For as he tells us in one place (enough to keep us from despair) that he Come not to destroy men's lives, but to save them; p-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp crd n1 (av-d p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvb) cst pns31 vvd xx p-acp vvb ng2 n2, p-acp p-acp p-acp pno32; (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
656 so he tells us in another, (enough to keep us from presumption, ) that he came not to destroy the Law, so he tells us in Another, (enough to keep us from presumption,) that he Come not to destroy the Law, av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n-jn, (av-d p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1,) cst pns31 vvd xx p-acp vvb dt n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
657 but to save and preserve That also: but to save and preserve That also: cc-acp p-acp p-acp cc vvb cst av: (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
658 and that in each sense of the word NONLATINALPHABET, not by fulfilling it only, but by filling it up too. For thô nothing could be completer than the Law Moral in it self, and that in each sense of the word, not by fulfilling it only, but by filling it up too. For though nothing could be completer than the Law Moral in it self, cc cst p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp vvg pn31 av-j, cc-acp p-acp vvg pn31 a-acp av. c-acp cs pix vmd vbi jc cs dt n1 j p-acp pn31 n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
659 yet did he fill up those vacuities which Moses left in his Delivery. yet did he fill up those Vacuities which Moses left in his Delivery. av vdd pns31 vvi a-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
660 From all which it follows (do what we can) that Unless our Righteousness shall exceed the Righteousness of the Iews, we shall in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. From all which it follows (do what we can) that Unless our Righteousness shall exceed the Righteousness of the Iews, we shall in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. p-acp d r-crq pn31 vvz (vdb r-crq pns12 vmb) cst cs po12 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np2, pns12 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 93 Page 126
661 For can there be any thing more agreeable to the judgment of common Sense, (I had almost said of Carnality it self) than that where God hath afforded a greater Stock, he should expect a greater Increase; that where he hath strengthened the Shoulders, he should in proportion increase the Burden? And that as he hath shrunk up the Mosaical Law, For can there be any thing more agreeable to the judgement of Common Sense, (I had almost said of Carnality it self) than that where God hath afforded a greater Stock, he should expect a greater Increase; that where he hath strengthened the Shoulders, he should in proportion increase the Burden? And that as he hath shrunk up the Mosaical Law, c-acp vmb pc-acp vbi d n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (pns11 vhd av vvn pp-f n1 pn31 n1) cs cst c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt jc n1, pns31 vmd vvi dt jc vvi; cst c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n2, pns31 vmd p-acp n1 vvi dt n1? cc d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn a-acp dt j n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 94 Page 127
662 so he should also extend the Moral? Of Moses we know, that he had a Vail upon his Promises, as well as upon his Face; and was as obscure upon Mount Nebo, as before he had been upon Mount Sinai. Whereas our Antitype of Moses hath been graciously pleas'd to uncover Both. The Iews beheld Christ as in a Glass, but we (in comparison) face to face. They walk't by Twilight, but we by the Sun in his Meridian. They were us'd like little Children, but we like Men. They had a Sensible good propos'd, so he should also extend the Moral? Of Moses we know, that he had a vail upon his Promises, as well as upon his Face; and was as Obscure upon Mount Nebo, as before he had been upon Mount Sinai. Whereas our Antitype of Moses hath been graciously pleased to uncover Both. The Iews beheld christ as in a Glass, but we (in comparison) face to face. They walked by Twilight, but we by the Sun in his Meridian. They were used like little Children, but we like Men. They had a Sensible good proposed, av pns31 vmd av vvb dt j? pp-f np1 pns12 vvb, cst pns31 vhd dt vvb p-acp po31 vvz, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po31 n1; cc vbds p-acp j p-acp n1 np1, c-acp c-acp pns31 vhd vbn p-acp n1 np1. cs po12 j pp-f np1 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp vvb d dt np2 vvn np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp pns12 (p-acp n1) n1 p-acp n1. pns32 vvd p-acp n1, p-acp pns12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. pns32 vbdr vvn av-j j n2, p-acp pns12 av-j n2. pns32 vhd dt j j vvn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 94 Page 127
663 but we an Intellectual. They as 'twere an Apple, but we an Inheritance. They a transitory Kingdom, but we an Intellectual. They as 'twere an Apple, but we an Inheritance. They a transitory Kingdom, cc-acp pns12 dt j. pns32 c-acp pn31|vbdr dt n1, p-acp pns12 dt n1. pns32 dt j n1, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 94 Page 127
664 but we a Kingdom not to be moved. They were promis'd a Redemption indeed from Egypt, but we from Hell. They to be fed with milk and hony, but we never to hunger or thirst. They a long life, but we an Eternal one. but we a Kingdom not to be moved. They were promised a Redemption indeed from Egypt, but we from Hell. They to be fed with milk and honey, but we never to hunger or thirst. They a long life, but we an Eternal one. cc-acp pns12 dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn. pns32 vbdr vvn dt n1 av p-acp np1, p-acp pns12 p-acp n1. pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp pns12 av-x p-acp n1 cc n1. pns32 dt av-j n1, cc-acp pns12 dt j crd. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 94 Page 127
665 They a Canaan, but we a Heaven. And that God will exact the most strict accompt of our wanderings, to whom he hath held the greatest light for the better clearing of our ways, we may infer from our Saviour's words in the eleventh Chapter of St. Matthew, where Tyre and Sidon are more excusable than Corazin and Bethsaida, because the later had been obliged with greater Means of Conviction, but all in vain. They a Canaan, but we a Heaven. And that God will exact the most strict account of our wanderings, to whom he hath held the greatest Light for the better clearing of our ways, we may infer from our Saviour's words in the eleventh Chapter of Saint Matthew, where Tyre and Sidon Are more excusable than Chorazin and Bethsaida, Because the later had been obliged with greater Means of Conviction, but all in vain. pns32 dt np1, p-acp pns12 dt n1. cc cst np1 vmb vvi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f po12 n2-vvg, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt js n1 p-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 ng1 n2 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1, c-crq vvb cc np1 vbr av-dc j cs np1 cc np1, p-acp dt jc vhd vbn vvn p-acp jc n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp d p-acp j. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 94 Page 128
666 This affords a Lesson for our Humiliation, That however our Reward is extremely Great, even a Kingdom which cannot be moved, (a Kingdom of Grace and of Glory too,) yet God hath placed it very high, and the way to it is very steep. We must not flatter our selves therefore, that we are able to fall upwards; that with a yawning Relyance we can ever climb up the Hill of Sion, and drop as 'twere into Heaven with a drowzy Confidence. We have no incouragement from our Apostle, to believe we shall go thither, by meerly believing we are Regenerate, This affords a lesson for our Humiliation, That however our Reward is extremely Great, even a Kingdom which cannot be moved, (a Kingdom of Grace and of Glory too,) yet God hath placed it very high, and the Way to it is very steep. We must not flatter our selves Therefore, that we Are able to fallen upward; that with a yawning Reliance we can ever climb up the Hill of Sion, and drop as 'twere into Heaven with a drowsy Confidence. We have no encouragement from our Apostle, to believe we shall go thither, by merely believing we Are Regenerate, d vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, cst c-acp po12 n1 vbz av-jn j, av dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, (dt n1 pp-f vvb cc pp-f n1 av,) av np1 vhz vvn pn31 av j, cc dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz j j. pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 av, cst pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb av-j; cst p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pns12 vmb av vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 c-acp pn31|vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1. pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pns12 vmb vvi av, p-acp av-j vvg pns12 vbr vvn, (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 95 Page 128
667 and cannot fail of our being there. He does not here press on his Hebrew Christians, to receive their Salvation with Faith; but to serve for it with Reverence. Not to expect it only with confidence, but strictly to endeavour it with godly Fear. For our God is a Consuming Fire. and cannot fail of our being there. He does not Here press on his Hebrew Christians, to receive their Salvation with Faith; but to serve for it with reverence. Not to expect it only with confidence, but strictly to endeavour it with godly fear. For our God is a Consuming Fire. cc vmbx vvi pp-f po12 vbg pc-acp. pns31 vdz xx av vvi p-acp po31 njp np1, p-acp vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1; p-acp p-acp vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp n1. xx p-acp vvb pn31 av-j p-acp n1, p-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1. p-acp po12 np1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 95 Page 128
668 To Him be Glory for ever and ever. To Him be Glory for ever and ever. p-acp pno31 vbi n1 p-acp av cc av. (7) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 95 Page 128
669 HOW A Man is to work out HIS OWN SALVATION. PHILIP. II. 12. Work out your own Salvation with Fear and Trembling. HOW A Man is to work out HIS OWN SALVATION. PHILIP. II 12. Work out your own Salvation with fear and Trembling. c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av po31 d n1. np1. crd crd n1 av po22 d n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 95 Page 129
670 THe words (in general ) are a Command, delivered by St. Paul, in the Name of God the Great Master, to the Servants of God, in the Church at Philippi. In which there are chiefly four things to be consider'd. THe words (in general) Are a Command, Delivered by Saint Paul, in the Name of God the Great Master, to the Servants of God, in the Church At Philippi. In which there Are chiefly four things to be considered. dt n2 (p-acp j) vbr dt vvb, vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. p-acp r-crq a-acp vbr av-jn crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 96 Page 129
671 First the quality of the Servants. Next the wages which they expected. Thirdly the work, with which the wages was to be earn'd. And lastly the manner, or qualification, with which the working was to be cloath'd. First the quality of the Servants. Next the wages which they expected. Thirdly the work, with which the wages was to be earned. And lastly the manner, or qualification, with which the working was to be clothed. ord dt n1 pp-f dt n2. ord dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvn. ord dt vvb, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn. cc ord dt n1, cc n1, p-acp r-crq dt n-vvg vbds pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 97 Page 129
672 First for the Quality of the Servants, They were such as had been diligent in the performance of their Duty. First for the Quality of the Servants, They were such as had been diligent in the performance of their Duty. np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vbdr d c-acp vhd vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 98 Page 130
673 They had not only been sometimes dutiful; They had not only been sometime dutiful; pns32 vhd xx av-j vbn av j; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 98 Page 130
674 they had not only been good by fits; but NONLATINALPHABET, they had always obeyed; They had evermore liv'd in the fear of God. they had not only been good by fits; but, they had always obeyed; They had evermore lived in the Fear of God. pns32 vhd xx av-j vbn j p-acp vvz; p-acp, pns32 vhd av vvd; pns32 vhd av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 98 Page 130
675 Next for the Wages which they expected, That is expressed by [ NONLATINALPHABET ] to be Salvation; both as it signifies a deliverance from the tremendous Pains of Hell, and as importing an Advancement to the ravishing Ioys of Heaven Next for the Wages which they expected, That is expressed by [ ] to be Salvation; both as it signifies a deliverance from the tremendous Pains of Hell, and as importing an Advancement to the ravishing Joys of Heaven ord p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvd, cst vbz vvn p-acp [ ] pc-acp vbb n1; d c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc c-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f n1 (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 99 Page 130
676 Then Thirdly for the Work, with which the Wages was to be earn'd, That is evidently obedience to the Lord Iesus Christ Very significantly implyed in the NONLATINALPHABET, Then Thirdly for the Work, with which the Wages was to be earned, That is evidently Obedience to the Lord Iesus christ Very significantly employed in the, av ord p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz av-j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 av av-j vvn p-acp dt, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 100 Page 130
677 as that looks back upon the NONLATINALPHABET. As ye have always obey'd, so now much more obey the Gospel. as that looks back upon the. As you have always obeyed, so now much more obey the Gospel. c-acp cst vvz av p-acp dt. p-acp pn22 vhb av vvd, av av d dc vvi dt n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 100 Page 130
678 Continue the Course of your obedience. Go on to finish the work which ye have begun; Continue the Course of your Obedience. Go on to finish the work which you have begun; vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. vvb a-acp p-acp vvb dt n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 100 Page 130
679 NONLATINALPHABET, work, and work out your own Salvation. , work, and work out your own Salvation. , vvb, cc vvb av po22 d n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 100 Page 130
680 Last of all, for the Manner or Qualification of the working, whereby to make it become effectual for the receiving of the Reward, There must be NONLATINALPHABET, our Salvation is to be wrought for, with Fear and Trembling; And that according to the threefold Signification of this expression. Last of all, for the Manner or Qualification of the working, whereby to make it become effectual for the receiving of the Reward, There must be, our Salvation is to be wrought for, with fear and Trembling; And that according to the threefold Signification of this expression. ord pp-f d, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n-vvg, c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, a-acp vmb vbi, po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; cc d vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 101 Page 131
681 First with Meekness and Humility. We must not put the least Trust in the greatest Performances of our own; nor must we be puff't or lifted up with the Gifts and Graces which God hath given us. First with Meekness and Humility. We must not put the least Trust in the greatest Performances of our own; nor must we be puffed or lifted up with the Gifts and Graces which God hath given us. ord p-acp n1 cc n1. pns12 vmb xx vvi dt ds vvb p-acp dt js n2 pp-f po12 d; ccx vmb pns12 vbi vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 102 Page 131
682 Next with Diligence and Solicitude. That we may not for want of Perseverance, finally miss of the Prize that is set before us, Next with Diligence and Solicitude. That we may not for want of Perseverance, finally miss of the Prize that is Set before us, ord p-acp n1 cc n1. cst pns12 vmb xx p-acp vvb pp-f n1, av-j vvb pp-f dt vvb cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 103 Page 131
683 and for which we have hitherto as it were contended by our obedience. and for which we have hitherto as it were contended by our Obedience. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb av c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 103 Page 131
684 Thirdly with Awefulness, and Horror, or holy Dread; Because as God is (in one Cafe) a quickning Light, so he is (in another) a consuming Fire. He who purposely created us to do him service, is He who will turn us to Destruction, unless we serve him as he Requires. Thirdly with Awfulness, and Horror, or holy Dread; Because as God is (in one Cafe) a quickening Light, so he is (in Another) a consuming Fire. He who purposely created us to do him service, is He who will turn us to Destruction, unless we serve him as he Requires. ord p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j n1; c-acp c-acp np1 vbz (p-acp crd n1) dt j-vvg n1, av pns31 vbz (p-acp j-jn) dt vvg n1. pns31 r-crq av vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, vbz pns31 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vvz. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 104 Page 131
685 And now to anticipate an Inquiry, how Humility, and Solicitude, (as well as Awefulness and Dread, are comprehended under the notion of Fear, and Trembling, I think it is easy to make it clear from the consideration of the Context; without recourse to those other Scriptures, wherein we meet with the same expression. For And now to anticipate an Inquiry, how Humility, and Solicitude, (as well as Awfulness and Dread, Are comprehended under the notion of fear, and Trembling, I think it is easy to make it clear from the consideration of the Context; without recourse to those other Scriptures, wherein we meet with the same expression. For cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq n1, cc n1, (c-acp av c-acp n1 cc j, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb, cc vvg, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt d n1. p-acp (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 105 Page 132
686 First in vain should we indeavour the working out of our Salvation, but that it is God who worketh in us both to will, and to do. And therefore we must do it with all Humility of Mind, because in our selves (as of our selves ) there dwelleth no good thing; First in vain should we endeavour the working out of our Salvation, but that it is God who works in us both to will, and to do. And Therefore we must do it with all Humility of Mind, Because in our selves (as of our selves) there dwells no good thing; ord p-acp j vmd pns12 vvi dt vvg av pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 d p-acp n1, cc p-acp vdb. cc av pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp po12 n2 (c-acp pp-f po12 n2) pc-acp vvz dx j n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 106 Page 132
687 no not so much as Inclination to any thing that is good, no not so much as Aversation from any thing that is evil. But every good and perfect gift is from above, no not so much as Inclination to any thing that is good, no not so much as Aversation from any thing that is evil. But every good and perfect gift is from above, uh-dx xx av av-d c-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz j, dx xx av av-d c-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz j-jn. p-acp d j cc j n1 vbz p-acp a-acp, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 106 Page 132
688 and cometh down from the Father of Lights. and comes down from the Father of Lights. cc vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 106 Page 132
689 If we can triumph over the Law, as the strength of Sin, by treading Sin under our Feet, as the sting of Death, All the Thanks must be to God, who hath given us the Victory through our Lord Iesus Christ. And yet Secondly; If we can triumph over the Law, as the strength of since, by treading since under our Feet, as the sting of Death, All the Thanks must be to God, who hath given us the Victory through our Lord Iesus christ. And yet Secondly; cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n2 vmb vbi p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1. cc av ord; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 106 Page 132
690 Although it is God that worketh in us both to will, and to do; Although it is God that works in us both to will, and to do; cs pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 d p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vdi; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 107 Page 132
691 yet the Apostle makes it a Reason, why we our selves are to work out our own Salvation. And therefore we must do it with Care and Diligence, lest whilst God by his Grace is not wanting unto us, we finally miss of his Glory, by having been wanting unto our selves. yet the Apostle makes it a Reason, why we our selves Are to work out our own Salvation. And Therefore we must do it with Care and Diligence, lest while God by his Grace is not wanting unto us, we finally miss of his Glory, by having been wanting unto our selves. av dt n1 vvz pn31 dt n1, c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vbr p-acp vvb av po12 d n1. cc av pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp vvb cc n1, zz cs np1 p-acp po31 vvb vbz xx vvg p-acp pno12, pns12 av-j vvb pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vhg vbn vvg p-acp po12 n2. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 107 Page 132
692 Thus we see there is pregnant Reason, for the Double Importance of the Phrase as 'tis meerly rational. And of the literal Signification I suppose there cannot be any Doubt. For Thus we see there is pregnant Reason, for the Double Importance of the Phrase as it's merely rational. And of the literal Signification I suppose there cannot be any Doubt. For av pns12 vvb a-acp vbz j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pn31|vbz av-j j. cc pp-f dt j n1 pns11 vvb a-acp vmbx vbi d n1. p-acp (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 108 Page 133
693 We must work out our Salvation with Fear and Trembling, (in as much as that signifies the greatest Awefulness and Dread, ) because of the Dreadfulness of our Doom, in case we work not at all, or not at all to that purpose that God requires. We must work out our Salvation with fear and Trembling, (in as much as that signifies the greatest Awfulness and Dread,) Because of the Dreadfulness of our Doom, in case we work not At all, or not At all to that purpose that God requires. pns12 vmb vvi av po12 n1 p-acp vvb cc vvg, (p-acp c-acp d c-acp cst vvz dt js n1 cc j,) c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb xx p-acp d, cc xx p-acp d p-acp cst vvb cst np1 vvz. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 109 Page 133
694 And thus I hope I have so divided, as withal to have explained, and clear'd the Text. And thus I hope I have so divided, as withal to have explained, and cleared the Text. cc av pns11 vvb pns11 vhb av vvn, c-acp av pc-acp vhi vvn, cc vvn dt np1 (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 109 Page 133
695 The first three Parts of the whole Division may well be thrust up together into this Doctrinal Proposition. The First three Parts of the Whole Division may well be thrust up together into this Doctrinal Proposition. dt ord crd n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmb av vbi vvn a-acp av p-acp d j n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 110 Page 133
696 [ That our Salvation is not attainable by a meer Orthodoxy of Iudgment in point of Faith, [ That our Salvation is not attainable by a mere Orthodoxy of Judgement in point of Faith, [ cst po12 n1 vbz xx j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 110 Page 133
697 or a bare Rectitude of Opinions concerning God; or a bore Rectitude of Opinions Concerning God; cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 vvg np1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 110 Page 133
698 But by obedience to the Gospel or Law of Christ. ] For what is expressed by obedience, in the former part of this Verse; But by Obedience to the Gospel or Law of christ. ] For what is expressed by Obedience, in the former part of this Verse; cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. ] c-acp q-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 110 Page 133
699 is also expressed in the later, by the working out of our own Salvation. And as Salvation is a Thing which requires our working; So 'tis not any kind of working will serve our Turn. For is also expressed in the later, by the working out of our own Salvation. And as Salvation is a Thing which requires our working; So it's not any kind of working will serve our Turn. For vbz av vvn p-acp dt jc, p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f po12 d n1. cc p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz po12 vvg; av pn31|vbz xx d n1 pp-f n-vvg vmb vvi po12 n1. p-acp (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 110 Page 133
700 The last Particular of the four affords us a second Proposition, which is as apt to defend us from Carnal Security, as the First. The last Particular of the four affords us a second Proposition, which is as apt to defend us from Carnal Security, as the First. dt ord j pp-f dt crd vvz pno12 dt ord n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j n1, c-acp dt ord. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 111 Page 134
701 To wit, [ That however Unavoidable our State of Bliss may seem to us, by our having (with the Philippians) obeyed Always, yet our obedience unto the Gospel or Law of Christ, by which alone we are to work out our own Salvation, is to be qualified and season'd with Fear and Trembling. ] To wit, [ That however Unavoidable our State of Bliss may seem to us, by our having (with the Philippians) obeyed Always, yet our Obedience unto the Gospel or Law of christ, by which alone we Are to work out our own Salvation, is to be qualified and seasoned with fear and Trembling. ] p-acp n1, [ cst c-acp j po12 n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, p-acp po12 vhg (p-acp dt njp2) vvd av, av po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq av-j pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av po12 d n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp vvb cc vvg. ] (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 111 Page 134
702 The first of these I have consider'd in a former Subject of Meditation, when I enlarged upon the Matter of which our working is to consist. I now am come to that Part of my General Method and Design, which obligeth me strictly to the consideration of the Second; as touching the Manner or Qualification wherewith our working is to be cloath'd, whereby to make it become effectual for the receiving of our Reward. The First of these I have considered in a former Subject of Meditation, when I enlarged upon the Matter of which our working is to consist. I now am come to that Part of my General Method and Design, which obliges me strictly to the consideration of the Second; as touching the Manner or Qualification wherewith our working is to be clothed, whereby to make it become effectual for the receiving of our Reward. dt ord pp-f d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j j-jn pp-f n1, c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq po12 n-vvg vbz p-acp vvi. pns11 av vbm vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po11 j n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz pno11 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord; p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 c-crq po12 n-vvg vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 112 Page 134
703 To wit, with Meekness and Humility, with Diligence and Solicitude, with Awefulness and Horror, or holy Dread; the threefold Importance of Fear and Trembling; which must first be considered in the Gross, and after that, in the Retail. To wit, with Meekness and Humility, with Diligence and Solicitude, with Awfulness and Horror, or holy Dread; the threefold Importance of fear and Trembling; which must First be considered in the Gross, and After that, in the Retail. p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j n1; dt j n1 pp-f vvb cc j-vvg; r-crq vmb ord vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc p-acp d, p-acp dt n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 112 Page 134
704 First consider'd in the Gross, it shews us a ready and easy way of reconciling and understanding those parts of Scripture, which being taken but in the letter, do seem to differ, and contradict. For there is not any One Passion or Affection of the Mind, either more rigidly forbidden, or more earnestly commanded, than that of Fear. First considered in the Gross, it shows us a ready and easy Way of reconciling and understanding those parts of Scripture, which being taken but in the Letter, do seem to differ, and contradict. For there is not any One Passion or Affection of the Mind, either more rigidly forbidden, or more earnestly commanded, than that of fear. ord vvn p-acp dt j, pn31 vvz pno12 dt j cc j n1 pp-f n-vvg cc vvg d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi p-acp vvb, cc vvi. p-acp pc-acp vbz xx d crd n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av-d av-dc av-j vvn, cc av-dc av-j vvn, cs d pp-f vvb. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 113 Page 135
705 It is so rigidly forbidden, that the fearful and unbelieving have their part in the Lake of Fire and Brimstone, (Rev. 21. 8.) where St. Iohn making a Muster of such as are listed under the Devil, and bound for Hell, sets the Fearful and Unbelieving (as it were) in the Front of the whole Battalia, with which the desperate Prince of Darkness is wont to wage War against the Father of Lights. As for The Murderers, and Whoremongers, The Sorcerers and Idolaters, They all march after in Rank and File; Implying the Fearful and Unbelieving to be the Ringleaders in Hell, It is so rigidly forbidden, that the fearful and unbelieving have their part in the Lake of Fire and Brimstone, (Rev. 21. 8.) where Saint John making a Muster of such as Are listed under the devil, and bound for Hell, sets the Fearful and Unbelieving (as it were) in the Front of the Whole Battalions, with which the desperate Prince of Darkness is wont to wage War against the Father of Lights. As for The Murderers, and Whoremongers, The Sorcerers and Idolaters, They all march After in Rank and File; Implying the Fearful and Unbelieving to be the Ringleaders in Hell, pn31 vbz av av-j vvn, cst dt j cc vvg vhb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (n1 crd crd) q-crq n1 np1 vvg dt vvb pp-f d c-acp vbr vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, vvz dt j cc vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. c-acp p-acp dt n2, cc n2, dt n2 cc n2, pns32 d vvb p-acp p-acp j cc n1; vvg dt j cc vvg pc-acp vbi dt n2 p-acp n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 135
706 and as it were in the Van of the Devil's Army. and as it were in the Van of the Devil's Army. cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt fw-mi pp-f dt ng1 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 135
707 Unbelief is so commonly the Cause of Fear, and Fear is commonly such a Tempter to Unbelief, that we find them often yok't together, Unbelief is so commonly the Cause of fear, and fear is commonly such a Tempter to Unbelief, that we find them often yoked together, n1 vbz av av-j dt vvb pp-f vvb, cc vvb vbz av-j d dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns12 vvb pno32 av vvn av, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 135
708 if not so as to signifie, one, the other. Woe be to fearful Hearts, and faint Hands, and the Sinner that goeth two ways; if not so as to signify, one, the other. Woe be to fearful Hearts, and faint Hands, and the Sinner that Goes two ways; cs xx av c-acp pc-acp vvi, crd, dt n-jn. n1 vbb p-acp j n2, cc j n2, cc dt n1 cst vvz crd n2; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 135
709 woe be to him that is faint-hearted, for he believeth not, therefore shall he not be defended, (Ecclus. 2. 12, 13.) It seems that Fear is a Thing, of which we ought to be sore afraid; Because it is apt to make us sinners going two ways at once. woe be to him that is fainthearted, for he Believeth not, Therefore shall he not be defended, (Ecclus 2. 12, 13.) It seems that fear is a Thing, of which we ought to be soar afraid; Because it is apt to make us Sinners going two ways At once. n1 vbb p-acp pno31 cst vbz j, c-acp pns31 vvz xx, av vmb pns31 xx vbi vvn, (np1 crd crd, crd) pn31 vvz d vvb vbz dt n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi av-j j; p-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 vvg crd n2 p-acp a-acp. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 136
710 One in our Principles, and quite another in our Practice. Very fit to be compar'd unto wandering Stars, which are carried towards the West by the Primum Mobile, whilst They are stealing towards the East by their proper motion. When Peter was frighted upon the Sea, One in our Principles, and quite Another in our Practice. Very fit to be compared unto wandering Stars, which Are carried towards the West by the Primum Mobile, while They Are stealing towards the East by their proper motion. When Peter was frighted upon the Sea, crd p-acp po12 n2, cc av j-jn p-acp po12 vvi. av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt fw-la np1, cs pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1. c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 136
711 and cryed [ Lord save me ] as he was just ready to sink; and cried [ Lord save me ] as he was just ready to sink; cc vvd [ n1 p-acp pno11 ] c-acp pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 136
712 although it was a good Prayer, yet because it proceeded from Carnal Fear, rather than Faith, our Saviour presently took him up with an NONLATINALPHABET, O Thou of little Faith, although it was a good Prayer, yet Because it proceeded from Carnal fear, rather than Faith, our Saviour presently took him up with an, Oh Thou of little Faith, cs pn31 vbds dt j n1, av c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp j vvb, av-c cs n1, po12 n1 av-j vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt, uh pns21 pp-f j n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 136
713 wherefore didst thou doubt? And so it was fitly said by Zachary in his Divine Benedictus, That God did Therefore deliver us out of the hands of our Enemies, that we might serve him without Fear, (Luke 1. 74.) With which agrees That of St. Paul to Timothy; He hath not given us the spirit of Fear, Wherefore didst thou doubt? And so it was fitly said by Zachary in his Divine Benedictus, That God did Therefore deliver us out of the hands of our Enemies, that we might serve him without fear, (Lycia 1. 74.) With which agrees That of Saint Paul to Timothy; He hath not given us the Spirit of fear, q-crq vdd2 pns21 vvi? cc av pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j-jn np1, cst np1 vdd av vvb pno12 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1, (n1 crd crd) p-acp r-crq vvz d pp-f n1 np1 p-acp np1; pns31 vhz xx vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 136
714 but of Love, (2 Tim. 1. 7.) To which it is added by St. Iohn, That there is no Fear in Love, but of Love, (2 Tim. 1. 7.) To which it is added by Saint John, That there is no fear in Love, cc-acp pp-f n1, (crd np1 crd crd) p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, cst a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 137
715 for perfect Love casteth out Fear, (1 John 4. 18.) Thus we see how this Passion is very rigidly forbidden throughout the Scriptures. for perfect Love Cast out fear, (1 John 4. 18.) Thus we see how this Passion is very rigidly forbidden throughout the Scriptures. p-acp j n1 vvz av n1, (vvd np1 crd crd) av pns12 vvb c-crq d n1 vbz j av-j j-vvn p-acp dt n2. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 114 Page 137
716 And yet for all that it is so earnestly commanded, that we cannot serve God acceptably, unless we serve him with Fear, as well as Reverence, (Heb. 12. penult) Nor can there be any such thing as the working out of our Salvation, unless we do it with Fear and Trembling. For the fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom, (Prov. 1. 7.) Nay (as Solomon goes on in the fourteenth Chapter, v. 27.) The fear of the Lord is a Fountain of Life; the attainment of which is the end of Wisdom. And thence 'tis set by our Apostle as the highest accomplishment of a Christian, To perfect holiness in the Fear of God, (2 Cor. 7. 1.) And yet for all that it is so earnestly commanded, that we cannot serve God acceptably, unless we serve him with fear, as well as reverence, (Hebrew 12. penult) Nor can there be any such thing as the working out of our Salvation, unless we do it with fear and Trembling. For the Fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom, (Curae 1. 7.) Nay (as Solomon Goes on in the fourteenth Chapter, v. 27.) The Fear of the Lord is a Fountain of Life; the attainment of which is the end of Wisdom. And thence it's Set by our Apostle as the highest accomplishment of a Christian, To perfect holiness in the fear of God, (2 Cor. 7. 1.) cc av p-acp d cst pn31 vbz av av-j vvd, cst pns12 vmbx vvb np1 av-j, cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp vvb, c-acp av c-acp n1, (np1 crd n1) ccx vmb pc-acp vbi d d n1 p-acp dt vvg av pp-f po12 n1, cs pns12 vdb pn31 p-acp vvb cc vvg. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) uh-x (c-acp np1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, n1 crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt njp, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (crd np1 crd crd) (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 115 Page 137
717 What then may be the meaning of these NONLATINALPHABET, these so seeming Contradictions, that we must serve God with Fear, What then may be the meaning of these, these so seeming Contradictions, that we must serve God with fear, q-crq av vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d, d av vvg n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp vvb, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 116 Page 137
718 and that we must serve him without Fear? that there is no fear in love, yet no true love without some fear? and that we must serve him without fear? that there is no Fear in love, yet no true love without Some Fear? cc cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp vvi? cst a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp vvb, av dx j n1 p-acp d vvb? (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 116 Page 137
719 The Reconcilement of These is extremely obvious. The Reconcilement of These is extremely obvious. dt n1 pp-f d vbz av-jn j. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 117 Page 138
720 It is no more but to distinguish betwixt that which is Carnal, and that which is Spiritual; betwixt the spirit of Bondage, and the spirit of Adoption; betwixt a servile, and filial Fear. It is no more but to distinguish betwixt that which is Carnal, and that which is Spiritual; betwixt the Spirit of Bondage, and the Spirit of Adoption; betwixt a servile, and filial fear. pn31 vbz dx dc cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j, cc cst r-crq vbz j; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp dt j, cc j vvb. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 117 Page 138
721 As 'tis true in one sense, that perfect Love doth cast out Fear, so 'tis true in another, that perfect Love doth carry fear along with it. As it's true in one sense, that perfect Love does cast out fear, so it's true in Another, that perfect Love does carry Fear along with it. p-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp crd n1, cst j n1 vdz vvi av n1, av pn31|vbz j p-acp j-jn, cst j vvb vdz vvi n1 a-acp p-acp pn31. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 117 Page 138
722 When I say with St. Iohn, It casteth out Fear; I mean that childish unmanlike Fear, which betrayeth those Succours that Reason offereth; When I say with Saint John, It Cast out fear; I mean that childish unmanlike fear, which betrayeth those Succours that Reason Offereth; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1 np1, pn31 vvz av n1; pns11 vvb cst j j n1, r-crq vvz d n2 cst n1 vvz; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 118 Page 138
723 especially that heathenish and carnal fear, the fear of Poverty, and Pain, and other effects of Persecution; the fear that made so many Sinners going two ways at once. especially that Heathenish and carnal Fear, the Fear of Poverty, and Pain, and other effects of Persecution; the Fear that made so many Sinners going two ways At once. av-j cst j cc j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1; dt n1 cst vvd av d n2 vvg crd n2 p-acp a-acp. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 118 Page 138
724 And so it casteth out one fear with another; the fear of them that can kill the Body, but are not able to hurt the Soul, with the fear of Him who is able to cast them both into Hell. In this sense 'tis said, we must serve God without Fear. And so it Cast out one Fear with Another; the Fear of them that can kill the Body, but Are not able to hurt the Soul, with the Fear of Him who is able to cast them both into Hell. In this sense it's said, we must serve God without fear. cc av pn31 vvz av crd vvb p-acp j-jn; dt vvb pp-f pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp n1. p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz vvn, pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 118 Page 138
725 But when I say the same Love doth carry fear along with it, I mean the fear of offending God, the fear of quenching or grieving his holy Spirit; the fear of never doing enough whereby to please him; But when I say the same Love does carry Fear along with it, I mean the Fear of offending God, the Fear of quenching or grieving his holy Spirit; the Fear of never doing enough whereby to please him; cc-acp c-crq pns11 vvb dt d n1 vdz vvi vvb a-acp p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f j-vvg np1, dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg po31 j n1; dt n1 pp-f av-x vdg d c-crq p-acp vvb pno31; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 119 Page 139
726 the fear of falling into Temptation; the fear of a treacherous deceitful heart; that is, the fear of Unsincerity in the performance of our Service; the fear of falling from our own steadfastness, and so of receiving the Grace of God in vain. the Fear of falling into Temptation; the Fear of a treacherous deceitful heart; that is, the Fear of Unsincerity in the performance of our Service; the Fear of falling from our own steadfastness, and so of receiving the Grace of God in vain. dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1; dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1; cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 d n1, cc av pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 119 Page 139
727 In this sense 'tis said by the Royal Prophet, Serve the Lord with fear, and rejoyce unto him with Reverence. In this sense it's said by the Royal Prophet, Serve the Lord with Fear, and rejoice unto him with reverence. p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 119 Page 139
728 And thus 'tis said by the Royal Preacher, Happy is the man that feareth always. And thus it's said by the Royal Preacher, Happy is the man that fears always. cc av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, j vbz dt n1 cst vvz av. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 119 Page 139
729 As a meer carnal fear is a fear of that which is carnal, so a godly fear is the fear of God. First a fear of his Majesty, in respect of which he is a Soveraign; next a fear of his Mercy, in respect of which he is a Father; (for so 'tis said by the Prophet David, There is Mercy with thee, ô Lord, therefore shalt thou be Feared. As a mere carnal Fear is a Fear of that which is carnal, so a godly Fear is the Fear of God. First a Fear of his Majesty, in respect of which he is a Sovereign; next a Fear of his Mercy, in respect of which he is a Father; (for so it's said by the Prophet David, There is Mercy with thee, o Lord, Therefore shalt thou be Feared. p-acp dt j j n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f d r-crq vbz j, av dt j n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f np1. ord dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz dt j-jn; ord dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1; (c-acp av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno21, uh n1, av vm2 pns21 vbi vvn. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 119 Page 139
730 ) Lastly a fear of his Wrath and Iustice, in respect of which he is a Iudge, and also an Executor of Vengeance. ) Lastly a Fear of his Wrath and justice, in respect of which he is a Judge, and also an Executor of Vengeance. ) ord dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 119 Page 139
731 This Fear of God is so necessary for the Qualification of our obedience, that all without it is nothing worth; and even this, of it self, is wont to supply the place of all. For NONLATINALPHABET; (that is) men fearing God, is an expression made use of by God himself, whereby to signifie conscientious and pious men; This fear of God is so necessary for the Qualification of our Obedience, that all without it is nothing worth; and even this, of it self, is wont to supply the place of all. For; (that is) men fearing God, is an expression made use of by God himself, whereby to signify conscientious and pious men; d vvb pp-f np1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst d p-acp pn31 vbz pix j; cc j d, pp-f pn31 n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d. p-acp; (d vbz) n2 vvg np1, vbz dt n1 vvd n1 pp-f p-acp np1 px31, c-crq pc-acp vvi j cc j n2; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 140
732 men who live in obedience to all his Precepts. Iob was said to be an upright, and perfect man, because he was one that feared God. And the words of Moses to Israel have a remarkable Importance; men who live in Obedience to all his Precepts. Job was said to be an upright, and perfect man, Because he was one that feared God. And the words of Moses to Israel have a remarkable Importance; n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2. np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt av-j, cc j n1, c-acp pns31 vbds pi cst vvd np1. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vhb dt j n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 140
733 What doth the Lord thy God require of thee, but only to fear the Lord thy God? (Deut. 10. 12.) And what is it to fear him, but (as it follows in the next words) to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve him, with all thy heart, What does the Lord thy God require of thee, but only to Fear the Lord thy God? (Deuteronomy 10. 12.) And what is it to Fear him, but (as it follows in the next words) to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve him, with all thy heart, r-crq vdz dt n1 po21 n1 vvi pp-f pno21, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 po21 n1? (np1 crd crd) cc q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp vvb pno31, p-acp (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp d po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp d po21 n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 140
734 and with all thy soul? Without this Fear, we shall easily fall into presumption, or into carnal security. We shall not strive to enter in at the strait Gate; and with all thy soul? Without this fear, we shall Easily fallen into presumption, or into carnal security. We shall not strive to enter in At the strait Gate; cc p-acp d po21 n1? p-acp d vvb, pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1. pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 140
735 Nor give all diligence to make our Calling and Election sure. Nor give all diligence to make our Calling and Election sure. ccx vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po12 vvg cc n1 j. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 140
736 We shall not give an earnest heed unto the things which we have heard, (Heb. 2. 1.) If we do not fear, lest a promise being left of entring into his Rest, any of us should seem to come short of it, (Heb. 4. 1.) we shall not labour to enter into that Rest, (v. 11.) For who will labour to get a thing, which he verily thinks he hath as good as in possession? Or who will labour to keep a thing, which he verily thinks he can never lose? I will not here stand to shew the manifold danger of their Opinion, who say they were justified from Eternity, and their Sins so forgiven, before committed, That they cannot fall totally, much less finally from Grace; We shall not give an earnest heed unto the things which we have herd, (Hebrew 2. 1.) If we do not Fear, lest a promise being left of entering into his Rest, any of us should seem to come short of it, (Hebrew 4. 1.) we shall not labour to enter into that Rest, (v. 11.) For who will labour to get a thing, which he verily thinks he hath as good as in possession? Or who will labour to keep a thing, which he verily thinks he can never loose? I will not Here stand to show the manifold danger of their Opinion, who say they were justified from Eternity, and their Sins so forgiven, before committed, That they cannot fallen totally, much less finally from Grace; pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (np1 crd crd) cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, cs dt n1 vbg vvn pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1, d pp-f pno12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j pp-f pn31, (np1 crd crd) pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (n1 crd) p-acp r-crq vmb vvi p-acp vvb dt n1, r-crq pns31 av-j vvz pns31 vhz p-acp j c-acp p-acp n1? cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp vvb dt n1, r-crq pns31 av-j vvz pns31 vmb av-x vvi? pns11 vmb xx av vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vvz pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc po32 n2 av vvn, p-acp vvn, cst pns32 vmbx vvi av-j, d dc av-j p-acp n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 141
737 although my Text would bear me out in such a profitable Severity. Nor dare I otherwise be severe to any difference in opinion, than as I find it corruptive of Christian Practice. although my Text would bear me out in such a profitable Severity. Nor Dare I otherwise be severe to any difference in opinion, than as I find it corruptive of Christian Practice. cs po11 n1 vmd vvi pno11 av p-acp d dt j n1. ccx vvb pns11 av vbi j p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, av c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 j-jn pp-f njp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 141
738 The case is clear, that our Apostle having commended his Philippians, for having always obey'd the Gospel, does not there make a stop, as if they had done enough already, or needed no more of his Admonitions; but immediately adds, that they must work for their Salvation; The case is clear, that our Apostle having commended his Philippians, for having always obeyed the Gospel, does not there make a stop, as if they had done enough already, or needed no more of his Admonitions; but immediately adds, that they must work for their Salvation; dt n1 vbz j, cst po12 n1 vhg vvn po31 njp2, p-acp vhg av vvd dt n1, vdz xx pc-acp vvi dt vvb, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vdn av-d av, cc vvd dx dc pp-f po31 n2; p-acp av-j vvz, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 141
739 and work so far, as to work it out; and work it out in such a manner, and work so Far, as to work it out; and work it out in such a manner, cc vvb av av-j, c-acp p-acp vvb pn31 av; cc vvi pn31 av p-acp d dt n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 141
740 as to do it with Fear and Trembling; and that according to the threefold Importance of this Expression; as to do it with fear and Trembling; and that according to the threefold Importance of this Expression; c-acp pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp vvb cc j-vvg; cc d vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 141
741 which having thus considered in the Gross, I shall now consider in the Retail too. which having thus considered in the Gross, I shall now Consider in the Retail too. r-crq vhg av vvn p-acp dt j, pns11 vmb av vvb p-acp dt n1 av. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 120 Page 141
742 First we must work it out with meekness, and humility of mind, because it is God that worketh in us both to will and to do of his good pleasure. First we must work it out with meekness, and humility of mind, Because it is God that works in us both to will and to do of his good pleasure. ord pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 d p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi pp-f po31 j n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 121 Page 141
743 All we have is but little, and all that little is but receiv'd. All the good we have received, we have received as intrusted, or lent unto us; All we have is but little, and all that little is but received. All the good we have received, we have received as Entrusted, or lent unto us; d po12 vhb vbz p-acp j, cc d d j vbz p-acp vvn. d dt j pns12 vhb vvn, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp vvn, cc vvd p-acp pno12; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 121 Page 142
744 And whatsoever God lends us, he lends us purposely to Employ. Of all that is lent us to be imploy'd, we are every one to render a strict Accompt. And this alone may serve to keep us in all humility of mind, that the more we have, the more we owe, and for so much the more we are accomptable. And for the more we are unable to render a satisfactory Accompt, by so much the more we shall be appal'd at the Day of Reck'ning. And whatsoever God lends us, he lends us purposely to Employ. Of all that is lent us to be employed, we Are every one to render a strict Account. And this alone may serve to keep us in all humility of mind, that the more we have, the more we owe, and for so much the more we Are accountable. And for the more we Are unable to render a satisfactory Account, by so much the more we shall be appalled At the Day of Reckoning. cc r-crq np1 vvz pno12, pns31 vvz pno12 av p-acp vvb. pp-f d cst vbz vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns12 vbr d pi pc-acp vvi dt j vvb. cc d av-j vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst dt av-dc pns12 vhb, dt av-dc pns12 vvb, cc p-acp av av-d dt av-dc pns12 vbr j. cc p-acp dt av-dc pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j vvb, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 121 Page 142
745 'Tis true indeed (vvhat St. Iohn saith) that by keeping the Commandments we may come to have a right to the Tree of Life; It's true indeed (what Saint John Says) that by keeping the commandments we may come to have a right to the Tree of Life; pn31|vbz j av (r-crq n1 np1 vvz) cst p-acp vvg dt n2 pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 142
746 And by suffering for God, may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God. And by suffering for God, may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God. cc p-acp vvg p-acp np1, vmb vbb vvn j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 142
747 Affliction suffer'd in such a Case is said to work for us a weight of Glory. Affliction suffered in such a Case is said to work for us a weight of Glory. n1 vvn p-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 142
748 'Tis true indeed we may be profitable Servants in God's Accompt; It's true indeed we may be profitable Servants in God's Account; pn31|vbz j av pns12 vmb vbi j n2 p-acp npg1 vvb; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 142
749 because the unprofitable was commanded to be cast into utter Darkness, Matth. 25. 30. And the Joys of Heaven are express'd by a Crown of Righteousness; as if Eternity of Life were become our due. But all this only by the force of God's Promise who cannot lye; or by the Tenor of the Covenant which God was pleas'd to make with us; Because the unprofitable was commanded to be cast into utter Darkness, Matthew 25. 30. And the Joys of Heaven Are expressed by a Crown of Righteousness; as if Eternity of Life were become our due. But all this only by the force of God's Promise who cannot lie; or by the Tenor of the Covenant which God was pleased to make with us; c-acp dt j vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1, np1 crd crd cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; c-acp cs n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn po12 j-jn. p-acp d d av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb r-crq vmbx vvb; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
750 Not by vertue of our Obedience, as that that is equal to our Reward. Which, Not by virtue of our obedience, as that that is equal to our Reward. Which, xx p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d cst vbz j-jn p-acp po12 vvb. r-crq, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
751 when it is in its Apogaeo, at the utmost Top of its Exaltation, is not worthy to be compar'd with the Glory which shall be revealed in us. For however St. Paul had preach'd the Gospel, and preach'd it too without charge, not living of the Gospel, (which yet by right he might have done,) but making his own hands to serve and minister to his Necessities, that he might not be burdensom unto any; yet he professed he had nothing to glory of, for so gratuitous a preaching the Word of God; when it is in its Apogee, At the utmost Top of its Exaltation, is not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed in us. For however Saint Paul had preached the Gospel, and preached it too without charge, not living of the Gospel, (which yet by right he might have done,) but making his own hands to serve and minister to his Necessities, that he might not be burdensome unto any; yet he professed he had nothing to glory of, for so gratuitous a preaching the Word of God; c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po31 np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12. c-acp c-acp n1 np1 vhd vvn dt n1, cc vvd pn31 av p-acp n1, xx vvg pp-f dt n1, (r-crq av p-acp n-jn pns31 vmd vhi vdn,) p-acp vvg po31 d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvb p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vmd xx vbi j p-acp d; av pns31 vvd pns31 vhd pix p-acp n1 pp-f, p-acp av j dt vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
752 because a moral Necessity was laid upon him, and woe had been to him if he had not preach'd it, (1 Cor. 9. 16.) Our blessed Saviour so puts the Case, Because a moral Necessity was laid upon him, and woe had been to him if he had not preached it, (1 Cor. 9. 16.) Our blessed Saviour so puts the Case, c-acp dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, cc n1 vhd vbn p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vhd xx vvn pn31, (vvd np1 crd crd) po12 j-vvn n1 av vvz dt n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
753 as to illustrate it with a Colour, Luke 17. 7, 8, 9, 10. Admit a Servant is very diligent in the performance of his Duty; as to illustrate it with a Colour, Lycia 17. 7, 8, 9, 10. Admit a Servant is very diligent in the performance of his Duty; c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, av crd crd, crd, crd, crd vvb dt n1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
754 ever going when he is sent; ever going when he is sent; av vvg c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
755 ever coming when he is call'd; and ever doing as he is bid. Does the Master give Thanks to that diligent Servant, ever coming when he is called; and ever doing as he is bid. Does the Master give Thanks to that diligent Servant, av vvg c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; cc av vdg c-acp pns31 vbz vvn. vdz dt n1 vvb n2 p-acp cst j n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 143
756 for doing the things that were commanded him? I trow not (saith our Saviour.) Even so ye, (as our Lord goes on to Application,) when ye shall have done all those things that are commanded you, say, we are unprofitable Servants, we have done but our Duty; for doing the things that were commanded him? I trow not (Says our Saviour.) Even so you, (as our Lord Goes on to Application,) when the shall have done all those things that Are commanded you, say, we Are unprofitable Servants, we have done but our Duty; p-acp vdg dt n2 cst vbdr vvn pno31? pns11 vvb xx (vvz po12 n1.) av av pn22, (p-acp po12 n1 vvz a-acp p-acp n1,) c-crq dt vmb vhi vdn d d n2 cst vbr vvn pn22, vvb, pns12 vbr j n2, pns12 vhb vdn p-acp po12 n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 144
757 and had been lyable to wrath, if we had not done it. and had been liable to wrath, if we had not done it. cc vhd vbn j p-acp n1, cs pns12 vhd xx vdn pn31. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 122 Page 144
758 Away then with those Philosophers St. Austin speaks of, qui sibi vitam beatam fabricare vellent, who design'd themselves a Heaven of their own skill and industry. And away with those Pharisees, not only of our Saviour's, but of these our own Times; whose custom 'tis to thank God, for that they are not like other men. Away then with those Philosophers Saint Austin speaks of, qui sibi vitam Beatific fabricare vellent, who designed themselves a Heaven of their own skill and industry. And away with those Pharisees, not only of our Saviour's, but of these our own Times; whose custom it's to thank God, for that they Are not like other men. av av p-acp d ng1 n1 np1 vvz pp-f, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j, r-crq vvd px32 dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1. cc av p-acp d np2, xx av-j pp-f po12 ng1, p-acp pp-f d po12 d n2; rg-crq n1 pn31|vbz p-acp vvb np1, p-acp d pns32 vbr xx av-j j-jn n2. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 144
759 And confining Sanctity to the men of their Sect, do separate from the rest of the Christian World, as from Publicans and Sinners; And confining Sanctity to the men of their Sect, do separate from the rest of the Christian World, as from Publicans and Sinners; cc j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 144
760 Sinners not to be approached by men of their Purity. Stand farther off (is their language) for we are holier than you, (Isa. 65. 5.) Conform we rather to St. Paul, the special Badge of whose Saintship was the profoundness of his Humility. For as the chiefest of Sinners do call themselves (by an impious Antiphrasis and Hyperbole) the chief of Saints; so That Apostle on the contrary, Sinners not to be approached by men of their Purity. Stand farther off (is their language) for we Are Holier than you, (Isaiah 65. 5.) Conform we rather to Saint Paul, the special Badge of whose Saintship was the profoundness of his Humility. For as the chiefest of Sinners do call themselves (by an impious Antiphrasis and Hyperbole) the chief of Saints; so That Apostle on the contrary, n2 xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f po32 n1. n1 av-jc p-acp (vbz po32 n1) p-acp pns12 vbr jc cs pn22, (np1 crd crd) vvi pns12 av-c p-acp n1 np1, dt j n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. c-acp p-acp dt js-jn pp-f n2 vdb vvi px32 (p-acp dt j n1 cc n1) dt n-jn pp-f n2; av cst np1 p-acp dt n-jn, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 144
761 although Chieftain among the Saints, doth call Himself (by an holy M NONLATINALPHABET osis ) The chief of Sinners. When therefore our obedience hath led us to Christ, and Christ is leading us to Heaven, Let us remember the New Ierusalem, though a vastly great City, although Chieftain among the Saints, does call Himself (by an holy M osis) The chief of Sinners. When Therefore our Obedience hath led us to christ, and christ is leading us to Heaven, Let us Remember the New Ierusalem, though a vastly great city, cs n1 p-acp dt n2, vdz vvi px31 (p-acp dt j sy n1) dt j-jn pp-f n2. c-crq av po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp np1, cc np1 vbz vvg pno12 p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi dt j np1, cs dt av-j j n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
762 yet (contrary to Myndus ) hath a very low Gate. And seeing the lowness of the Gate, stoop we down to enter in. Let us love Good works, yet (contrary to Myndus) hath a very low Gate. And seeing the lowness of the Gate, stoop we down to enter in. Let us love Good works, av (j-jn p-acp np1) vhz dt j j n1. cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pns12 a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp. vvb pno12 vvi j n2, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
763 but let us not lean too hard upon them. but let us not lean too hard upon them. cc-acp vvb pno12 xx j av av-j p-acp pno32. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
764 Let us love them as things, without which we cannot be saved; but let us not hope to be saved by them. Let us love them as things, without which we cannot be saved; but let us not hope to be saved by them. vvb pno12 vvi pno32 c-acp n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi vvn; p-acp vvb pno12 xx vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
765 Let us not labour with an ambition of being more meritorious, but less unworthy than heretofore. Let us not labour with an ambition of being more meritorious, but less unworthy than heretofore. vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg av-dc j, p-acp av-dc j cs av. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
766 Claim we Heaven by a Right, not of Purchace, but of Donation. Having added Obedience to our Faith, add we Meekness to our Obedience. Having done Iustice, and lov'd Mercy, let us walk humbly with our God. Claim we Heaven by a Right, not of Purchase, but of Donation. Having added obedience to our Faith, add we Meekness to our obedience. Having done justice, and loved Mercy, let us walk humbly with our God. n1 pns12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, xx pp-f vvi, p-acp pp-f n1. vhg vvn n1 p-acp po12 n1, vvb pns12 n1 p-acp po12 n1. vhg vdi n1, cc vvd n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp po12 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
767 And so expect our Salvation with Faith, and Hope, as withal to work it out, with Fear and Trembling. And so expect our Salvation with Faith, and Hope, as withal to work it out, with fear and Trembling. cc av vvb po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb, c-acp av p-acp vvb pn31 av, p-acp n1 cc vvg. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
768 And that according to the first Importance of this Expression. And that according to the First Importance of this Expression. cc d vvg p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 123 Page 145
769 Again we must do it with fear and trembling, in as much as that signifies the greatest anxiety and solicitude, that we do not run in vain, nor labour in vain, (Philip. 2. 16.) that we do not faint as we are running, Again we must do it with Fear and trembling, in as much as that signifies the greatest anxiety and solicitude, that we do not run in vain, nor labour in vain, (Philip. 2. 16.) that we do not faint as we Are running, av pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp vvb cc vvg, p-acp c-acp d c-acp cst vvz dt js n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vdb xx vvn p-acp j, ccx n1 p-acp j, (n1. crd crd) cst pns12 vdb xx j c-acp pns12 vbr vvg, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 124 Page 145
770 and possibly miss of the Prize within a stride of the Goal. For though we work for Salvation whole years together, and possibly miss of the Prize within a stride of the Goal. For though we work for Salvation Whole Years together, cc av-j vvi pp-f dt vvb p-acp dt vvi pp-f dt n1. c-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 j-jn n2 av, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 124 Page 146
771 and work for it never so hard, yet whilst we are in the Body, and compass'd about with a Tempting world, we cannot say we have work'd it out. So that That is a Thing to be still in doing, and work for it never so hard, yet while we Are in the Body, and compassed about with a Tempting world, we cannot say we have worked it out. So that That is a Thing to be still in doing, cc vvi p-acp pn31 av-x av j, av cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt vvg n1, pns12 vmbx vvi pns12 vhb vvd pn31 av. av d cst vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi av p-acp vdg, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 124 Page 146
772 and to be done with Fear and Trembling. For as there are a sort of Labourers who do not come into the Vineyard, until the ninth or tenth hour; so there are that fall off in the very Evening, and lose the benefit of their Labour during the heat of the Day. (For when they cease from being Righteous, all their pass't Righteousness shall not be mention'd, (Ezek. 18.) Had not Iudas been worthy, Christ had not made him an Apostle; and had he not been a good Apostle, he had hardly been trusted with the Bag, much less had he been sent to dispense the Gospel. 'Tis very late e're we read the Devil enter'd into Iudas, hardly sooner than a day or two before his Death. And though our Saviour said, he chose twelve, whereof one was a Devil; and to be done with fear and Trembling. For as there Are a sort of Labourers who do not come into the Vineyard, until the ninth or tenth hour; so there Are that fallen off in the very Evening, and loose the benefit of their Labour during the heat of the Day. (For when they cease from being Righteous, all their passed Righteousness shall not be mentioned, (Ezekiel 18.) Had not Iudas been worthy, christ had not made him an Apostle; and had he not been a good Apostle, he had hardly been trusted with the Bag, much less had he been sent to dispense the Gospel. It's very late ever we read the devil entered into Iudas, hardly sooner than a day or two before his Death. And though our Saviour said, he chosen twelve, whereof one was a devil; cc pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp vvb cc vvg. c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt ord cc ord n1; av a-acp vbr cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (c-acp c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp vbg j, d po32 vvn n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, (np1 crd) vhd xx np1 vbn j, np1 vhd xx vvn pno31 dt n1; cc vhd pns31 xx vbn dt j n1, pns31 vhd av vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, d dc vhd pns31 vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1. pn31|vbz j j av pns12 vvb dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, av av-c cs dt n1 cc crd p-acp po31 n1. cc cs po12 n1 vvd, pns31 vvd crd, c-crq pi vbds dt n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 124 Page 146
773 yet did he not say, He chose a Devil. For Iudas was not a Devil, that is, a Traytor, 'till some time after he had been chosen. Which fitly serves to put us in mind, that if we know what we are, we are not sure of what we shall be. yet did he not say, He chosen a devil. For Iudas was not a devil, that is, a Traitor, till Some time After he had been chosen. Which fitly serves to put us in mind, that if we know what we Are, we Are not sure of what we shall be. av vdd pns31 xx vvi, pns31 vvd dt n1. p-acp np1 vbds xx dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn. r-crq av-j vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cst cs pns12 vvb r-crq pns12 vbr, pns12 vbr xx j pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vbi. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 124 Page 147
774 What our last days will be, we cannot tell till we have liv'd them. We may speak out of Hope, but out of Certainty we cannot. What our last days will be, we cannot tell till we have lived them. We may speak out of Hope, but out of Certainty we cannot. q-crq po12 ord n2 vmb vbi, pns12 vmbx vvi c-acp pns12 vhb vvd pno32. pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f vvb, p-acp av pp-f n1 pns12 vmbx. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 124 Page 147
775 I know who they are, who breath nothing but Assurance of Life eternal, as if That were the english of NONLATINALPHABET And as if their Rebellions were meritorious, mistake the sturdiness of their Presumption, for the stability of their Faith. So little or nothing are they concern'd in St. Paul 's Exhortation to Fear and Trembling, that supposing they are sure, they think it below them to be solicitous. I know who they Are, who breath nothing but Assurance of Life Eternal, as if That were the english of And as if their Rebellions were meritorious, mistake the sturdiness of their Presumption, for the stability of their Faith. So little or nothing Are they concerned in Saint Paul is Exhortation to fear and Trembling, that supposing they Are sure, they think it below them to be solicitous. pns11 vvb r-crq pns32 vbr, r-crq n1 pix cc-acp n1 pp-f n1 j, c-acp cs cst vbdr dt jp pp-f cc c-acp cs po32 n2 vbdr j, vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. av j cc pix vbr pns32 vvn p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1 p-acp vvb cc j-vvg, cst vvg pns32 vbr j, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi j. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 125 Page 147
776 I would to God that such Professors had but the patience to consider, that St. Peter doth not exhort us to make our selves sure of our Election; but to make our Election sure. The vvord is NONLATINALPHABET, not meant in an Active, but Passive sense; I would to God that such Professors had but the patience to Consider, that Saint Peter does not exhort us to make our selves sure of our Election; but to make our Election sure. The word is, not meant in an Active, but Passive sense; pns11 vmd p-acp np1 cst d n2 vhd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 np1 vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp vvb po12 n2 j pp-f po12 n1; p-acp p-acp vvb po12 n1 j. dt n1 vbz, xx vvn p-acp dt j, p-acp j n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 147
777 nor of the Person, but of the Thing. St. Paul had sure as much reason, not to doubt of his Election to life Eternal, nor of the Person, but of the Thing. Saint Paul had sure as much reason, not to doubt of his Election to life Eternal, ccx pp-f dt n1, p-acp pp-f dt n1. n1 np1 vhd av-j c-acp d n1, xx pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 j, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 147
778 as any meer mortal, before, or after. And yet vvith vvhat a deal of fear and trembling, did he run the Race that was set before him? how did he strive for the Mastery? And in order thereunto, as any mere Mortal, before, or After. And yet with what a deal of Fear and trembling, did he run the Raze that was Set before him? how did he strive for the Mastery? And in order thereunto, c-acp d j j-jn, a-acp, cc a-acp. cc av p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb cc j-vvg, vdd pns31 vvn dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31? q-crq vdd pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1? cc p-acp n1 av, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 148
779 how very temperate was he in all things? How did he keep under his body? how did he bring it into Subjection? and all for fear, left whilst he was preaching unto others, He himself might be a Castaway? How did he suffer the loss of all things, how very temperate was he in all things? How did he keep under his body? how did he bring it into Subjection? and all for Fear, left while he was preaching unto Others, He himself might be a Castaway? How did he suffer the loss of all things, c-crq j j vbds pns31 p-acp d n2? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n1? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp n1? cc d p-acp n1, vvd cs pns31 vbds vvg p-acp n2-jn, pns31 px31 vmd vbi dt n1? q-crq vdd pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 148
780 and count them but Dung for the winning of Christ, who was at once his NONLATINALPHABET, and count them but Dung for the winning of christ, who was At once his, cc vvb pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, r-crq vbds p-acp a-acp po31, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 148
781 and his NONLATINALPHABET, at once his Rewarder, and his Reward; the setter out of the Prize, and the Goal it self? 'Tis true indeed, He wins that loses, who loses All to win Christ. But, in order unto this end, with what fear and trembling did he press towards the Mark, and reach forth to those things that were before him, embracing a fellowship with the Sufferings of Christ, and being conformable unto his Death; and his, At once his Rewarder, and his Reward; the setter out of the Prize, and the Goal it self? It's true indeed, He wins that loses, who loses All to win christ. But, in order unto this end, with what Fear and trembling did he press towards the Mark, and reach forth to those things that were before him, embracing a fellowship with the Sufferings of christ, and being conformable unto his Death; cc po31, p-acp a-acp po31 n1, cc po31 vvb; dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pn31 n1? pn31|vbz j av, pns31 vvz cst vvz, r-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi np1. p-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq vvb cc j-vvg vdd pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi av p-acp d n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno31, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vbg j p-acp po31 n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 148
782 if by any means he might attain to the Resurrection of the Dead; if by any means he might attain to the Resurrection of the Dead; cs p-acp d n2 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 148
783 if by any means he might apprehend That, for which he was also apprehended of Christ Iesus? if by any means he might apprehend That, for which he was also apprehended of christ Iesus? cs p-acp d n2 pns31 vmd vvi cst, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av vvn pp-f np1 np1? (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 126 Page 148
784 And here to anticipate an Objection which very easily may be made by a sort of men, I think it of use to be observ'd, That He first had fought the good Fight, and finished his Course, before he durst presume to say (in the following words,) Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness. And Here to anticipate an Objection which very Easily may be made by a sort of men, I think it of use to be observed, That He First had fought the good Fight, and finished his Course, before he durst presume to say (in the following words,) Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness. cc av p-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq av av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vvb pn31 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 ord vhd vvn dt j n1, cc vvd po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd vvi pc-acp vvi (p-acp dt vvg n2,) av vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 127 Page 149
785 It was not till after his Perseverance with Faith and Patience unto the end, that is, It was not till After his Perseverance with Faith and Patience unto the end, that is, pn31 vbds xx p-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 127 Page 149
786 but a little before his Death, when the Axe and the Headsman stood ready for him, (at least when both were within his Prospect, ) that he was able to speak with so great Assurance. For before that Season, whilst he was yet but in his Course, and had not fought to a perfect Victory; he flatly told his Philippians, He did not speak of his Proficiency in the School of Christ, as if he counted himself to have apprehended, or as if he thought he were already made perfect; But on the contrary, He did so work out his Salvation with Fear and Trembling, as that he macerated himself, but a little before his Death, when the Axe and the Headsman stood ready for him, (At least when both were within his Prospect,) that he was able to speak with so great Assurance. For before that Season, while he was yet but in his Course, and had not fought to a perfect Victory; he flatly told his Philippians, He did not speak of his Proficiency in the School of christ, as if he counted himself to have apprehended, or as if he Thought he were already made perfect; But on the contrary, He did so work out his Salvation with fear and Trembling, as that he macerated himself, cc-acp dt j p-acp po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vvd j p-acp pno31, (p-acp ds c-crq d vbdr p-acp po31 n1,) cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp av j n1. p-acp p-acp cst n1, cs pns31 vbds av p-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc vhd xx vvn p-acp dt j n1; pns31 av-j vvd po31 njp2, pns31 vdd xx vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cs pns31 vvn px31 pc-acp vhi vvn, cc c-acp cs pns31 vvd pns31 vbdr av vvd j; cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, pns31 vdd av vvi av po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, p-acp cst pns31 j-vvn px31, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 127 Page 149
787 and (what with fasting, and watching, and other Austerities of Life, ) he did bear in his body the Dying of the Lord Iesus; and (what with fasting, and watching, and other Austerities of Life,) he did bear in his body the Dying of the Lord Iesus; cc (r-crq p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1,) pns31 vdd vvi p-acp po31 n1 dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 127 Page 149
788 lest whilst he preach'd to save others, he himself might not be sav'd. He had not yet endured unto the end, and so he was not yet free from Fear. For he that endureth unto the end, the same is he (saith our Saviour) who shall be sav'd; (Matth. 24. 13.) It was the voice of God himself, (reveal'd from Heaven five several Times) He that overcometh shall inherit all things, Rev. 21. 7. He that overcometh is He that shall eat of the Tree of Life, (Rev. 2. 7.) He that overcometh is He that shall not be hurt with the second Death, (v. 11.) He that overcometh is He that shall eat of the hidden Manna, (v. 17.) And who is he that overcometh, but he that keepeth God's works unto the end, (v. 26.) lest while he preached to save Others, he himself might not be saved. He had not yet endured unto the end, and so he was not yet free from fear. For he that Endureth unto the end, the same is he (Says our Saviour) who shall be saved; (Matthew 24. 13.) It was the voice of God himself, (revealed from Heaven five several Times) He that Overcometh shall inherit all things, Rev. 21. 7. He that Overcometh is He that shall eat of the Tree of Life, (Rev. 2. 7.) He that Overcometh is He that shall not be hurt with the second Death, (v. 11.) He that Overcometh is He that shall eat of the hidden Manna, (v. 17.) And who is he that Overcometh, but he that Keepeth God's works unto the end, (v. 26.) zz cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n2-jn, pns31 px31 vmd xx vbi vvn. pns31 vhd xx av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av pns31 vbds xx av j p-acp vvb. p-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, dt d vbz pns31 (vvz po12 n1) r-crq vmb vbi vvn; (np1 crd crd) pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, (vvn p-acp n1 crd j n2) pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi d n2, n1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz vbz pns31 cst vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (n1 crd crd) pns31 cst vvz vbz pns31 cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, (n1 crd) pns31 cst vvz vbz pns31 cst vmb vvi pp-f dt j-vvn n1, (n1 crd) cc q-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz, p-acp pns31 cst vvz npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1, (n1 crd) (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 127 Page 150
789 To Apply this now unto our selves; To Apply this now unto our selves; pc-acp vvi d av p-acp po12 n2; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 128 Page 150
790 If we can say with St. Paul, that our Battle is quite fought, (against the World, the Flesh, If we can say with Saint Paul, that our Battle is quite fought, (against the World, the Flesh, cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 np1, cst po12 n1 vbz av vvd, (p-acp dt n1, dt n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 128 Page 150
791 and the Devil,) And that our Course is quite finished, (in so much that we are able to lay our hands upon the Goal, ) we then may say with him too, Henceforth is laid up for us a Crown of Righteousness. and the devil,) And that our Course is quite finished, (in so much that we Are able to lay our hands upon the Goal,) we then may say with him too, Henceforth is laid up for us a Crown of Righteousness. cc dt n1,) cc d po12 n1 vbz av vvn, (p-acp av av-d cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1,) pns12 av vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av, av vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 128 Page 150
792 We may say, we have a Right to the Tree of Life; We may say, we have a Right to the Tree of Life; pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vhb dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 128 Page 150
793 That God is NONLATINALPHABET, a righteous Iudge, who will not be so Unfaithful (having given us a Promise, ) as to forget our work and labour of love, (Heb. 6. 10.) And so being sure to be with Christ, we may desire to be dissolv'd too. That God is, a righteous Judge, who will not be so Unfaithful (having given us a Promise,) as to forget our work and labour of love, (Hebrew 6. 10.) And so being sure to be with christ, we may desire to be dissolved too. cst np1 vbz, dt j n1, r-crq vmb xx vbi av j (vhg vvn pno12 dt vvb,) p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) cc av vbg j pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn av. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 128 Page 151
794 But whilst we are upon the way, and we cannot tell how far from our Iourneys end; Nor what may happen 'twixt This and That; sure the use we are to make of our present standing, is to take great heed that we do not fall. We must beware, But while we Are upon the Way, and we cannot tell how Far from our Journeys end; Nor what may happen betwixt This and That; sure the use we Are to make of our present standing, is to take great heed that we do not fallen. We must beware, cc-acp cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vmbx vvi c-crq av-j p-acp po12 n2 vvb; ccx r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d cc d; av-j dt n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 j vvg, vbz p-acp vvb j vvb cst pns12 vdb xx vvi. pns12 vmb vvi, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 129 Page 151
795 if we are righteous, that we do not return from righteousness to sin. if we Are righteous, that we do not return from righteousness to since. cs pns12 vbr j, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 129 Page 151
796 The higher we stand in God's Favour, we must beware so much the more, that we be not high-minded, but rather fear; lest for having (like Capernaum ) been lifted up to Heaven, we be the rather (like Capernaum ) cast down to Hell. The higher we stand in God's Favour, we must beware so much the more, that we be not High-minded, but rather Fear; lest for having (like Capernaum) been lifted up to Heaven, we be the rather (like Capernaum) cast down to Hell. dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp npg1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi av av-d dt av-dc, cst pns12 vbb xx j, p-acp av-c vvb; cs p-acp vhg (av-j np1) vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vbb dt av-c (j np1) vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 129 Page 151
797 There was a Proverb among the Iews, The Sow is turned being wash't to her wallowing in the Mire. There was a Proverb among the Iews, The Sow is turned being washed to her wallowing in the Mire. a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt np2, dt n1 vbz vvn vbg vvn p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 151
798 And St. Peter applys it to certain Christians, who have made it good in the Application; even by growing Unrighteous after Regeneration, (2 Pet. 2. ult.) For having been wash'd from the Mire of Sin Original by the Laver of Baptism, and from the Mire of Sins Actual by the blood of Iesus Christ, in the other Sacrament of Eucharist, they have committed the very Sins, of which they had solemnly repented, and so their latter end hath been worse than their beginning. Now ▪ putting the Case unto our selves, we know not what may arrive betwixt the Cup and the Lip, much less betwixt This and the Day of Iudgment; especially if we meet with a Time of Trial. We cannot be confident of our strength upon any better Ground than St. Peter stood on. And Saint Peter Applies it to certain Christians, who have made it good in the Application; even by growing Unrighteous After Regeneration, (2 Pet. 2. ult.) For having been washed from the Mire of since Original by the Laver of Baptism, and from the Mire of Sins Actual by the blood of Iesus christ, in the other Sacrament of Eucharist, they have committed the very Sins, of which they had solemnly repented, and so their latter end hath been Worse than their beginning. Now ▪ putting the Case unto our selves, we know not what may arrive betwixt the Cup and the Lip, much less betwixt This and the Day of Judgement; especially if we meet with a Time of Trial. We cannot be confident of our strength upon any better Ground than Saint Peter stood on. cc n1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp j np1, r-crq vhb vvn pn31 j p-acp dt n1; av p-acp vvg j-u p-acp n1, (crd np1 crd n1.) p-acp vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb vvn dt j n2, pp-f r-crq pns32 vhd av-j vvn, cc av po32 d n1 vhz vbn jc cs po32 vvg. av ▪ vvg dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvb xx r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt vvb cc dt n1, d dc p-acp d cc dt n1 pp-f n1; av-j cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vmbx vbi j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d jc n1 cs n1 np1 vvd p-acp. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 152
799 And having not Grace at our own Disposal, we must not boast (as he did) what we will do above others, And having not Grace At our own Disposal, we must not boast (as he did) what we will do above Others, cc vhg xx vvi p-acp po12 d n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi (c-acp pns31 vdd) q-crq pns12 vmb vdi p-acp n2-jn, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 152
800 when Christ is under a Condemnation. If we have follow'd him to Golgotha, we must religiously fear to forsake him there. For let our Enduring be what it will, it will be found to no purpose, when christ is under a Condemnation. If we have followed him to Golgotha, we must religiously Fear to forsake him there. For let our Enduring be what it will, it will be found to no purpose, c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1. cs pns12 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb av-j vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp. p-acp vvi po12 vvg vbb r-crq pn31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dx n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 152
801 unless we endure unto the end. And thence it follows, that 'till we have Happiness in Possession, we are to live by such a Faith, as doth admit an holy mixture of fear and trembling. This Mode or Manner of our obedience being as rigidly requir'd by God Almighty, unless we endure unto the end. And thence it follows, that till we have Happiness in Possession, we Are to live by such a Faith, as does admit an holy mixture of Fear and trembling. This Mode or Manner of our Obedience being as rigidly required by God Almighty, cs pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1. cc av pn31 vvz, cst p-acp pns12 vhb n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f vvb cc j-vvg. d n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbg p-acp av-j vvn p-acp np1 j-jn, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 152
802 as the Matter, and Measure, and Method of it. as the Matter, and Measure, and Method of it. c-acp dt n1, cc vvb, cc n1 pp-f pn31. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 152
803 Not only Faith, and Repentance, and Amendment of Life, but also Perseverance in each of These, is the Condition of the Promises which God in Christ hath made to us. Not only Faith, and Repentance, and Amendment of Life, but also Perseverance in each of These, is the Condition of the Promises which God in christ hath made to us. xx av-j n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp av n1 p-acp d pp-f d, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvz r-crq np1 p-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 152
804 Whose House we are (saith the Epistle to the Hebrews ) if we hold fast the confidence, Whose House we Are (Says the Epistle to the Hebrews) if we hold fast the confidence, rg-crq n1 pns12 vbr (vvz dt n1 p-acp dt np1) cs pns12 vvb av-j dt n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 153
805 and the rejoycing of the hope firm unto the end, (Heb. 3. 6.) Take heed therefore Brethren (as it follows a little after) lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God, (v. 12.) But exhort one another daily, and the rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end, (Hebrew 3. 6.) Take heed Therefore Brothers (as it follows a little After) lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God, (v. 12.) But exhort one Another daily, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd crd) vvb n1 av n2 (c-acp pn31 vvz dt j p-acp) vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp d pp-f pn22 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j-vvg np1, (n1 crd) p-acp vvi pi j-jn j, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 153
806 whilst it is call'd, To Day, lest any of you be harden'd through the deceitfulness of Sin, (v. 13.) For we are made partakers of Christ, (not absolutely, but with an If, ) If we hold the beginning of our Confidence steadfast unto the end, (v. 14.) while it is called, To Day, lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of since, (v. 13.) For we Are made partakers of christ, (not absolutely, but with an If,) If we hold the beginning of our Confidence steadfast unto the end, (v. 14.) cs pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp n1, cs d pp-f pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (n1 crd) c-acp pns12 vbr vvn n2 pp-f np1, (xx av-j, p-acp p-acp dt cs,) cs pns12 vvb dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 j p-acp dt n1, (n1 crd) (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 130 Page 153
807 Now what needed the holy Penman to have crowded and throng'd so many Caveats so thick together in that one Chapter, (and in other Chapters of that Epistle,) if the People of God are so sure of Heaven, that there is not place left for a fear of Hell? If some at least who were enlightned, and by true Grace sanctified, do turn Mammelucks and Apostates, as Lycerus hath observ'd, Now what needed the holy Penman to have crowded and thronged so many Caveats so thick together in that one Chapter, (and in other Chapters of that Epistle,) if the People of God Are so sure of Heaven, that there is not place left for a Fear of Hell? If Some At least who were enlightened, and by true Grace sanctified, do turn Mammelucks and Apostates, as Lycerus hath observed, av r-crq vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn av d n2 av j av p-acp d crd n1, (cc p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f d n1,) cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr av j pp-f n1, cst pc-acp vbz xx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cs d p-acp ds q-crq vbdr vvn, cc p-acp j n1 vvn, vdb vvi vvz cc n2, p-acp np1 vhz vvn, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 153
808 and as the Apostle doth take for granted, ( Heb. 6. 6.) we ought to fear, and take heed, that We be none of their Number. and as the Apostle does take for granted, (Hebrew 6. 6.) we ought to Fear, and take heed, that We be none of their Number. cc p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi c-acp vvn, (np1 crd crd) pns12 vmd p-acp vvb, cc vvi n1, cst pns12 vbb pix pp-f po32 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 153
809 For God's promises to us of a Spiritual Canaan, are no more absolute than those of a Temporal Canaan, which he made heretofore to his People Israel. And since he swore to the Provokers which came with Moses out of Aegypt, that notwithstanding his promise, (which appears by that to have been conditional, ) they should not enter into his Rest, (Heb. 3. 18.) the Apostle tells us we ought to fear, lest (if we do as they did) we come short (as they did) of the conditional promise proposed to us, (Heb 4. 1.) And conformably to this, St. Iohn doth earnestly exhort us, to look to our selves, that we lose not the things which we have wrought, For God's promises to us of a Spiritual Canaan, Are no more absolute than those of a Temporal Canaan, which he made heretofore to his People Israel. And since he swore to the Provokers which Come with Moses out of Egypt, that notwithstanding his promise, (which appears by that to have been conditional,) they should not enter into his Rest, (Hebrew 3. 18.) the Apostle tells us we ought to Fear, lest (if we do as they did) we come short (as they did) of the conditional promise proposed to us, (Hebrew 4. 1.) And conformably to this, Saint John does earnestly exhort us, to look to our selves, that we loose not the things which we have wrought, p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp pno12 pp-f dt j np1, vbr av-dx av-dc j cs d pp-f dt j np1, r-crq pns31 vvd av p-acp po31 n1 np1. cc c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp np1 av pp-f np1, cst p-acp po31 vvi, (r-crq vvz p-acp cst pc-acp vhi vbn j,) pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, (np1 crd crd) dt n1 vvz pno12 pns12 vmd p-acp vvb, cs (cs pns12 vdb a-acp pns32 vdd) pns12 vvb j (c-acp pns32 vdd) pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12, (n1 crd crd) cc av-j p-acp d, n1 np1 vdz av-j vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vvb xx dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 154
810 but that we may receive a full Reward, (2 Joh. 8.) And he that saith here for our Consolation, [ It is God that worketh in us to will and to do of his good pleasure, ] doth also say for our greater Caution, that we our selves are to work out our own Salvation. but that we may receive a full Reward, (2 John 8.) And he that Says Here for our Consolation, [ It is God that works in us to will and to do of his good pleasure, ] does also say for our greater Caution, that we our selves Are to work out our own Salvation. cc-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1, (crd np1 crd) cc pns31 cst vvz av p-acp po12 n1, [ pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 pc-acp vmb cc pc-acp vdi pp-f po31 j n1, ] vdz av vvi p-acp po12 jc n1, cst pns12 po12 n2 vbr p-acp vvb av po12 d n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 154
811 Plainly intimating unto us, (for he is not guilty of Contradictions, ) That God's working in us to will and to do, is not after an irresistible, but congruous manner; not as with natural, but as with voluntary Agents; Plainly intimating unto us, (for he is not guilty of Contradictions,) That God's working in us to will and to do, is not After an irresistible, but congruous manner; not as with natural, but as with voluntary Agents; av-j vvg p-acp pno12, (c-acp pns31 vbz xx j pp-f n2,) cst npg1 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp vmb cc p-acp vdb, vbz xx p-acp dt j, p-acp j n1; xx a-acp p-acp j, p-acp c-acp p-acp j-jn n2; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 154
812 not by physically inforcing, but by morally persuading our peevish Wills. not by physically enforcing, but by morally persuading our peevish Wills. xx p-acp av-j vvg, p-acp p-acp av-j vvg po12 j n2. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 154
813 He doth so work with us, as to require that we also do work with Him. It is evinced even from hence, that as God hath his part, He does so work with us, as to require that we also do work with Him. It is evinced even from hence, that as God hath his part, pns31 vdz av vvb p-acp pno12, a-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns12 av vdb vvi p-acp pno31. pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp av, cst p-acp np1 vhz po31 vvi, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 155
814 so we have ours, in the great Business of our Salvation, Because we are many times threatned with falling short of the promise, in Case we depart from the living God. so we have ours, in the great Business of our Salvation, Because we Are many times threatened with falling short of the promise, in Case we depart from the living God. av pns12 vhb png12, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vbr d n2 vvd p-acp vvg j pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pns12 vvi p-acp dt j-vvg np1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 155
815 For God cannot threaten to be reveng'd upon his Creatures, for what Himself doth either do, or not do, but for what is either performed, or not performed, by his Creatures. It being not possibly imputable to the Creature, that God hath made it Thus, or Thus; any more than God himself can be accomptable to his Creature, why he made it Thus, or Thus. God indeed doth NONLATINALPHABET, most divinely work in us both to will, and to do, the work required to our Salvation. But 'tis that we may NONLATINALPHABET, work out that work which he is pleas'd to work in us. For God cannot threaten to be revenged upon his Creatures, for what Himself does either do, or not do, but for what is either performed, or not performed, by his Creatures. It being not possibly imputable to the Creature, that God hath made it Thus, or Thus; any more than God himself can be accountable to his Creature, why he made it Thus, or Thus. God indeed does, most divinely work in us both to will, and to do, the work required to our Salvation. But it's that we may, work out that work which he is pleased to work in us. p-acp np1 vmbx vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp r-crq px31 vdz d vdb, cc xx vdi, p-acp p-acp q-crq vbz d vvn, cc xx vvn, p-acp po31 n2. pn31 vbg xx av-j j p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pn31 av, cc av; d dc cs np1 px31 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 av, cc av np1 av vdz, av-ds av-jn vvi p-acp pno12 av-d p-acp vmb, cc p-acp vdb, dt vvb vvn p-acp po12 n1. cc-acp pn31|vbz d pns12 vmb, vvb av d vvb r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 155
816 And by consequence we must do it with fear and trembling, lest when God hath done his part, we finally miss of Salvation, for having been wanting in doing ours. And by consequence we must do it with Fear and trembling, lest when God hath done his part, we finally miss of Salvation, for having been wanting in doing ours. cc p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp vvb cc j-vvg, cs c-crq np1 vhz vdn po31 vvi, pns12 av-j vvb pp-f n1, p-acp vhg vbn vvg p-acp vdg png12. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 131 Page 155
817 And this doth lead us to consider the third Importance of the expression, the very great Awefulness or Dread, with which we are to work out our own Salvation. And this does led us to Consider the third Importance of the expression, the very great Awfulness or Dread, with which we Are to work out our own Salvation. cc d vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j j n1 cc j, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av po12 d n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 132 Page 155
818 The two first were rational, this third is Literal. And indeed the third may be deduced out of the second. For if we may fall as well as others, we may be lyable to vengeance, as well as others. The two First were rational, this third is Literal. And indeed the third may be deduced out of the second. For if we may fallen as well as Others, we may be liable to vengeance, as well as Others. dt crd ord vbdr j, d ord vbz j. cc av dt ord vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt ord. c-acp cs pns12 vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp n2-jn. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 132 Page 156
819 That which calls for our solicitude, deserves our Fear. And that which was St. Paul 's reason, may well be ours, even because our God is a Consuming Fire. That which calls for our solicitude, deserves our fear. And that which was Saint Paul is reason, may well be ours, even Because our God is a Consuming Fire. d r-crq vvz p-acp po12 n1, vvz po12 vvb. cc cst r-crq vbds n1 np1 vbz n1, vmb av vbi png12, av p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 132 Page 156
820 I may say in some sense, that God made Hell for the use of all; as well of the best, as the worst of men. I may say in Some sense, that God made Hell for the use of all; as well of the best, as the worst of men. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst np1 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; a-acp av pp-f dt av-js, p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 156
821 For a Torment only to These, who have hated knowledge, and will not choose the fear of the Lord; For a Torment only to These, who have hated knowledge, and will not choose the Fear of the Lord; p-acp dt vvb av-j p-acp d, r-crq vhb vvn n1, cc vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 156
822 But for a Terror also to Them, whom he would therefore have to fear, that they may not feel it. But for a Terror also to Them, whom he would Therefore have to Fear, that they may not feel it. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av p-acp pno32, r-crq pns31 vmd av vhb p-acp vvb, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 156
823 That working out their Salvation with fear and trembling, they never may come to the place of Torment. The same Spirit that saith, Fear not them that can kill the Body only, (which is a fear proceeding from the spirit of Bondage,) doth also say at the same Time, But rather fear Him who can cast both Body and Soul into Hell. That working out their Salvation with Fear and trembling, they never may come to the place of Torment. The same Spirit that Says, fear not them that can kill the Body only, (which is a Fear proceeding from the Spirit of Bondage,) does also say At the same Time, But rather Fear Him who can cast both Body and Soul into Hell. cst vvg av po32 n1 p-acp vvb cc vvg, pns32 av-x vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb. dt d n1 cst vvz, vvb xx pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1 av-j, (r-crq vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,) vdz av vvi p-acp dt d n1, p-acp av-c vvb pno31 r-crq vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 156
824 Implying This to be such a Fear, as doth very well consist with the spirit of Adoption. Implying This to be such a fear, as does very well consist with the Spirit of Adoption. vvg d pc-acp vbi d dt vvb, c-acp vdz av av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 156
825 It's true indeed, we may be brutishly valiant, and over-daringly encounter the wrath of Heaven, without the least fear of the pains of Hell. But this (I say) is a beastly courage; an arrant NONLATINALPHABET that is to say, A fool-hardiness rather than valour. True Valour being That, that is built on Reason. Nor can we Reasonably be free from the fear of Hell, until we come to be sure of Heaven. It's true indeed, we may be brutishly valiant, and over-daringly encounter the wrath of Heaven, without the least Fear of the pains of Hell. But this (I say) is a beastly courage; an arrant that is to say, A foolhardiness rather than valour. True Valour being That, that is built on Reason. Nor can we Reasonably be free from the Fear of Hell, until we come to be sure of Heaven. pn31|vbz j av, pns12 vmb vbi av-j j, cc j vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt ds vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. p-acp d (pns11 vvb) vbz dt j n1; dt j cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n1 av-c cs n1. j n1 vbg cst, cst vbz vvn p-acp n1. ccx vmb pns12 av-j vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 157
826 And sure of Heaven we cannot be, until we have fought the good fight to a final victory, and perfectly finish'd our Christian Course. And sure of Heaven we cannot be, until we have fought the good fight to a final victory, and perfectly finished our Christian Course. cc j pp-f n1 pns12 vmbx vbi, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc av-j vvd po12 np1 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 133 Page 157
827 We must not suffer the novel Fancy of unconditional Election to flatter us out of all fear of the wrath of God, We must not suffer the novel Fancy of unconditional Election to flatter us out of all Fear of the wrath of God, pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f d vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 157
828 and make us sure to miss of Heaven, by making us dream it is unavoidable. For as God in his Iudgment is no Respecter of Persons, so neither was he in his Decrees. As his Rule is in Time, to judge us according to our works; so he decreed from all Aeternity, to proceed in Time by that Rule. He did determin the end of men, with a special respect to their Qualifications, (from whence his Decree is call'd respective, ) But he did absolutely determin that men who are thus or thus qualified, should come to this or that end. and make us sure to miss of Heaven, by making us dream it is unavoidable. For as God in his Judgement is no Respecter of Persons, so neither was he in his Decrees. As his Rule is in Time, to judge us according to our works; so he decreed from all Eternity, to proceed in Time by that Rule. He did determine the end of men, with a special respect to their Qualifications, (from whence his decree is called respective,) But he did absolutely determine that men who Are thus or thus qualified, should come to this or that end. cc vvb pno12 j p-acp vvb pp-f n1, p-acp vvg pno12 vvi pn31 vbz j. c-acp c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, av d vbds pns31 p-acp po31 n2. p-acp po31 vvi vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvg p-acp po12 n2; av pns31 vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp cst n1. pns31 vdd vvi dt vvb pp-f n2, p-acp dt j vvb p-acp po32 n2, (p-acp c-crq po31 vvb vbz vvn j,) cc-acp pns31 vdd av-j vvi d n2 r-crq vbr av cc av vvn, vmd vvi p-acp d cc cst n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 157
829 And I could wish that this Distinction (since 'tis sufficient of it self) might find so much favour in all mens Eyes, And I could wish that this Distinction (since it's sufficient of it self) might find so much favour in all men's Eyes, cc pns11 vmd vvi cst d n1 (c-acp pn31|vbz j pp-f pn31 n1) vmd vvi av d n1 p-acp d ng2 n2, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 158
830 as to appease and reconcile dissenting Brethren. That as the Decrees of the Almighty are said to be Absolute in one sense, as to appease and reconcile dissenting Brothers. That as the Decrees of the Almighty Are said to be Absolute in one sense, c-acp p-acp vvb cc vvb vvg n2. cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp crd n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 158
831 so they may candidly be granted to be Respective in Another. This methinks should be the Judgment of all Mankind, (being so visible in it self, and of so necessary Importance to the well-ordering of our Lives, ) That God did absolutely decree a most indissoluble Connexion betwixt Repentance and Salvation, as betwixt Impenitence and Condemnation. Which proves the end to have been decreed with a special respect unto the means. Let this one thing be granted, (as well for the Comfort of the good, as for a Terror to evil Doers, ) And I, so they may candidly be granted to be Respective in another. This methinks should be the Judgement of all Mankind, (being so visible in it self, and of so necessary Importance to the well-ordering of our Lives,) That God did absolutely Decree a most indissoluble Connexion betwixt Repentance and Salvation, as betwixt Impenitence and Condemnation. Which Proves the end to have been decreed with a special respect unto the means. Let this one thing be granted, (as well for the Comfort of the good, as for a Terror to evil Doers,) And I, av pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp j-jn. d vvz vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (vbg av j p-acp pn31 n1, cc pp-f av j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 vvz,) cst np1 vdd av-j n1 dt ds j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. r-crq vvz dt vvb pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt j vvb p-acp dt n2. vvb d crd n1 vbb vvn, (c-acp av c-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j, a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2,) cc pns11, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 158
832 for my part, shall ask no more. for my part, shall ask no more. p-acp po11 n1, vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 158
833 For the Decree which is respective in sensu diviso, may so be proved to be Absolute in sensu composito, as to afford a Demonstration, That God's Decree of the several Ends was in respect to the several Means. For if in sensu composito, He did absolutely decree, that all who are faithful and repent should belong to Heaven, and that all who are faithless and impenitent should in like manner belong to Hell; Then his Decree was respective (in sensu diviso ) of that Repentance, or Impenitence, by which Professors do belong to Heaven, or Hell. From whence it follows unavoidably, that if we are faithless and impenitent, (be it in a greater, or lesser measure,) we ought to be affected with fear and trembling, (in the literal sense of this expression,) and never to give our selves Rest, For the decree which is respective in sensu diviso, may so be proved to be Absolute in sensu composito, as to afford a Demonstration, That God's decree of the several Ends was in respect to the several Means. For if in sensu composito, He did absolutely Decree, that all who Are faithful and Repent should belong to Heaven, and that all who Are faithless and impenitent should in like manner belong to Hell; Then his decree was respective (in sensu diviso) of that Repentance, or Impenitence, by which Professors do belong to Heaven, or Hell. From whence it follows avoidable, that if we Are faithless and impenitent, (be it in a greater, or lesser measure,) we ought to be affected with Fear and trembling, (in the literal sense of this expression,) and never to give our selves Rest, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp fw-la fw-it, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp fw-la fw-la, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst npg1 vvb pp-f dt j vvz vbds p-acp vvb p-acp dt j n2. c-acp cs p-acp fw-la fw-la, pns31 vdd av-j vvi, cst d r-crq vbr j cc vvb vmd vvi p-acp n1, cc cst d r-crq vbr j cc j vmd p-acp j n1 vvi p-acp n1; av po31 n1 vbds j (p-acp fw-la fw-it) pp-f d np1-n, cc n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1, cc n1. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz av-j, cst cs pns12 vbr j cc j, (vbi pn31 p-acp dt jc, cc jc vvb,) pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvb cc vvg, (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1,) cc av-x pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vvb, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 159
834 until we be faithful, and do repent. But faithful and penitent we cannot be, till by the power of God's Grace, (after our Prayers and Tears shall have given him no Rest ) he shall be pleas'd to work in us, and with us too, not only to will, but to do his work. until we be faithful, and do Repent. But faithful and penitent we cannot be, till by the power of God's Grace, (After our Prayers and Tears shall have given him no Rest) he shall be pleased to work in us, and with us too, not only to will, but to do his work. c-acp pns12 vbb j, cc vdb vvi. p-acp j cc j-jn pns12 vmbx vbi, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 vmb vhi vvn pno31 dx n1) pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12 av, xx av-j p-acp vmb, p-acp p-acp vdb po31 n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 159
835 That by the power of his Grace we may all endeavour, and by the power of his Grace on our Endeavours, we our selves may have a Power too, whereby to work out our own Salvation. That by the power of his Grace we may all endeavour, and by the power of his Grace on our Endeavours, we our selves may have a Power too, whereby to work out our own Salvation. cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns12 vmb d vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 po12 n2 vmb vhi dt n1 av, c-crq p-acp vvb av po12 d n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 159
836 And work for it we must with a sacred horror, because of the Dreadfulness of our Doom, if we work remissly. For as (on one side) God himself cannot condemn us, (although our sins past have been very great, ) if we immediately repent and amend our lives, because he is faithful who hath promised, and he hath promised forgiveness to all that repent and turn unto him; And work for it we must with a sacred horror, Because of the Dreadfulness of our Doom, if we work remissly. For as (on one side) God himself cannot condemn us, (although our Sins passed have been very great,) if we immediately Repent and amend our lives, Because he is faithful who hath promised, and he hath promised forgiveness to all that Repent and turn unto him; cc vvi p-acp pn31 pns12 vmb p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs pns12 vvb av-j. c-acp a-acp (p-acp crd n1) n1 px31 vmbx vvb pno12, (cs po12 n2 vvn vhb vbn j j,) cs pns12 av-j vvb cc vvb po12 n2, c-acp pns31 vbz j r-crq vhz vvn, cc pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d d vvb cc vvb p-acp pno31; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 160
837 so withal (on the other side) Let our Righteousness past have been what it will, so withal (on the other side) Let our Righteousness passed have been what it will, av av (p-acp dt j-jn n1) vvb po12 n1 vvn vhb vbn r-crq pn31 vmb, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 160
838 yet if we return from Righteousness to Sin, God himself cannot save us, without our Repentance and Reformation, because he hath sworn that the Impenitent shall not enter into his Rest. Not that God can be overpower'd by any Quality in the Creature, whether Repentance in the first Case, yet if we return from Righteousness to since, God himself cannot save us, without our Repentance and Reformation, Because he hath sworn that the Impenitent shall not enter into his Rest. Not that God can be overpowered by any Quality in the Creature, whither Repentance in the First Case, av cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, np1 px31 vmbx vvb pno12, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cst dt j vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 xx d np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cs n1 p-acp dt ord n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 160
839 or Impenitence in the second; But because his Power (in the first ) is suspended by his Mercy, as it stands in conjunction with his Truth. For in his Mercy he made a Promise to give us pardon if we repent, and in his Truth he must perform it. or Impenitence in the second; But Because his Power (in the First) is suspended by his Mercy, as it Stands in conjunction with his Truth. For in his Mercy he made a Promise to give us pardon if we Repent, and in his Truth he must perform it. cc n1 p-acp dt ord; p-acp c-acp po31 n1 (p-acp dt ord) vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. c-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd dt vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi cs pns12 vvi, cc p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 160
840 Just so his Power (in the second) is suspended by his Iustice, as it stands in conjunction with his Truth too. Just so his Power (in the second) is suspended by his justice, as it Stands in conjunction with his Truth too. j av po31 n1 (p-acp dt ord) vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 av. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 160
841 For in his Iustice he made an Oath to be revenged on the Impenitent, and in his Truth he must make it good. For in his justice he made an Oath to be revenged on the Impenitent, and in his Truth he must make it good. p-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31 j. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 134 Page 160
842 Now since each of these Cases concerns us All, (be we never so good, or be we never so evil, ) I need not shew by another Medium how the love of God's Mercy doth consist with a fear of his Indignation, and how whilst we love him as a Father, we ought to fear him as a Judge. Now since each of these Cases concerns us All, (be we never so good, or be we never so evil,) I need not show by Another Medium how the love of God's Mercy does consist with a Fear of his Indignation, and how while we love him as a Father, we ought to Fear him as a Judge. av p-acp d pp-f d n2 vvz pno12 av-d, (vbi pns12 av av j, cc vbb po12 av-x av j-jn,) pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp j-jn fw-la uh-crq dt vvb pp-f npg1 n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, cc q-crq cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 135 Page 161
843 But (to conclude with such a Caveat, as may best of all become an Ingenuous People) Take we heed that our Fear do not swallow up our Love; for fear it swallow up us too in the Bottomless Pit of Desperation. We must serve God with Fear, but so as to fear him also for Love. Ever saying with the Psalmist, There is mercy with thee ô Lord, But (to conclude with such a Caveat, as may best of all become an Ingenuous People) Take we heed that our fear do not swallow up our Love; for Fear it swallow up us too in the Bottomless Pit of Desperation. We must serve God with fear, but so as to Fear him also for Love. Ever saying with the Psalmist, There is mercy with thee o Lord, p-acp (p-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vmb av-js pp-f d vvb dt j n1) vvb po12 n1 cst po12 vvb vdb xx vvi a-acp po12 vvb; p-acp n1 pn31 vvi a-acp pno12 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp vvb, p-acp av c-acp p-acp vvb pno31 av p-acp vvb. av vvg p-acp dt n1, a-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno21 uh n1, (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 136 Page 161
844 therefore ▪ shalt thou be feared. Therefore ▪ shalt thou be feared. av ▪ vm2 pns21 vbi vvn. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 136 Page 161
845 The Psalmist did not thus argue, There is Mercy with Thee ô Lord, Therefore shalt thou be rely'd upon, Therefore we shall make the bolder with thee; The Psalmist did not thus argue, There is Mercy with Thee o Lord, Therefore shalt thou be relied upon, Therefore we shall make the bolder with thee; dt n1 vdd xx av vvi, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno21 uh n1, av vm2 pns21 vbi vvn p-acp, av pns12 vmb vvi dt jc p-acp pno21; (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 136 Page 161
846 we shall break thy Commandments without the fear of being damn'd, because we know thou art slow to anger, and being angry art quickly pleas'd; But because of thy mercy thou shalt be feared. And there is good reason for it. we shall break thy commandments without the Fear of being damned, Because we know thou art slow to anger, and being angry art quickly pleased; But Because of thy mercy thou shalt be feared. And there is good reason for it. pns12 vmb vvi po21 n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f vbg vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb pns21 vb2r j p-acp n1, cc vbg j vb2r av-j vvn; p-acp c-acp pp-f po21 n1 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. cc pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp pn31. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 136 Page 161
847 For by how much the kinder a Father is, a well-natur'd Son will fear to offend him so much the more. And the more our Father which is in Heaven does even delight to please us, (by heaping his Mercies and Favours on us,) by so much the more shall we be afraid, (if we are well-natur'd Children) to exasperate our Father which is in Heaven. For by how much the kinder a Father is, a well-natured Son will Fear to offend him so much the more. And the more our Father which is in Heaven does even delight to please us, (by heaping his mercies and Favours on us,) by so much the more shall we be afraid, (if we Are well-natured Children) to exasperate our Father which is in Heaven. p-acp p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc dt n1 vbz, dt j n1 vmb vvb p-acp vvb pno31 av av-d dt av-dc. cc dt av-dc po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vdz j vvb pc-acp vvi pno12, (p-acp vvg po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12,) p-acp av av-d dt av-dc vmb pns12 vbi j, (cs pns12 vbr j n2) p-acp vvb po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 136 Page 162
848 What then remains, but that we ponder these things, and lay them up in our hearts, and draw them forth into our Actions, and daily repeat them in our Lives, And reap the comfort of so doing, in the hour of Death, and the Day of Iudgment. What then remains, but that we ponder these things, and lay them up in our hearts, and draw them forth into our Actions, and daily repeat them in our Lives, And reap the Comfort of so doing, in the hour of Death, and the Day of Judgement. q-crq av vvz, cc-acp cst pns12 vvi d n2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb pno32 av p-acp po12 n2, cc j vvb pno32 p-acp po12 vvz, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f av vdg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 137 Page 162
849 Which God of his Mercy prepare us for, even for the glory of his Name, and for the worthiness of his Son; To whom, with the Father, in the Unity of the Spirit, be ascribed by us, and by all the World, Blessing, and Glory, and Honour, and Power, and Wisdom, and Thanksgiving, from this time forward for evermore. Which God of his Mercy prepare us for, even for the glory of his Name, and for the worthiness of his Son; To whom, with the Father, in the Unity of the Spirit, be ascribed by us, and by all the World, Blessing, and Glory, and Honour, and Power, and Wisdom, and Thanksgiving, from this time forward for evermore. r-crq np1 pp-f po31 n1 vvb pno12 p-acp, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; p-acp ro-crq, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp d dt n1, vvg, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp d n1 av-j c-acp av. (8) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 138 Page 162
850 THE GRAND INQUIRY To be made In these Inquisitive Times, Taken from the Mouth of The Frighted Iailour OF PHILIPPI. THE GRAND INQUIRY To be made In these Inquisitive Times, Taken from the Mouth of The Frighted Jailor OF PHILIPPI. dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvd n1 pp-f np2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 138 Page 163
851 THE GRAND INQUIRY To be made in These Inquisitive Times. ACTS XVI. 30. What must I do, that I may be saved? THE GRAND INQUIRY To be made in These Inquisitive Times. ACTS XVI. 30. What must I do, that I may be saved? dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2. vvz np1. crd q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 138 Page 165
852 THus the Iailour at Philippi sought to his Pris'ners for a Deliverance. Not his ordinary Pris'ners, who at once were in Bondage to Him and Satan; And were bound up in Misery as well as Iron; who had NONLATINALPHABET, spirits so gross, and so incrassat, and so manacl'd to the Flesh, that together with their Bodies, their Souls were put into the Stocks, as knowing no better Liberty than what consisted in the Freedom of Hands and Feet. But the Pris'ners in the Text were Pris'ners only NONLATINALPHABET. THus the Jailor At Philippi sought to his Prisoners for a Deliverance. Not his ordinary Prisoners, who At once were in Bondage to Him and Satan; And were bound up in Misery as well as Iron; who had, spirits so gross, and so incrassat, and so manacled to the Flesh, that together with their Bodies, their Souls were put into the Stocks, as knowing no better Liberty than what consisted in the Freedom of Hands and Feet. But the Prisoners in the Text were Prisoners only. av dt n1 p-acp np1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1. xx po31 j n2, r-crq p-acp a-acp vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cc np1; cc vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp n1; r-crq vhd, n2 av j, cc av fw-ge, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst av p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2, p-acp vvg dx jc n1 cs r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbdr n1 j. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 166
853 Men whose Liberty did consist in the ubiquity of their Thoughts, and in being made free of the New Ierusalem. Men, who by living the Life of Faith, maintain'd an Intercourse with God and his glorious Angels. And though their Carkasses or Outsides were contiguous to the Earth, yet their Commerce and Conversation was still in Heaven. They were at once such a Free and such a Dreadful sort of Pris'ners, as by their Liberty to pray, and to sing praises unto God, (v. 25.) may be said to have taken their Prison Captive. For their Midnight Devotions were suddainly follow'd with an Earthquake; in so much that the Foundations of the Prison were shaken, the Doors flew open of themselves, and the Bands of the Pris'ners were all unloos'd, (v. 26.) Nor indeed is it a wonder, that such a Miracle should be seen in so blind a Dungeon, whilst the Pris'ners that were in it were Paul and Silas. For These were two of that little number, by whom the world had been turned upside down, Acts 17. 6. not in that malitious sense, in which the words were there us'd, by the certain leud fellows of the baser sort, who had assaulted the House of Jason, and set the City in an uproar, (v. 5.) They having turn'd it upside down, not for the worse, but for the better. Men whose Liberty did consist in the ubiquity of their Thoughts, and in being made free of the New Ierusalem. Men, who by living the Life of Faith, maintained an Intercourse with God and his glorious Angels. And though their Carcases or Outsides were contiguous to the Earth, yet their Commerce and Conversation was still in Heaven. They were At once such a Free and such a Dreadful sort of Prisoners, as by their Liberty to pray, and to sing praises unto God, (v. 25.) may be said to have taken their Prison Captive. For their Midnight Devotions were suddenly followed with an Earthquake; in so much that the Foundations of the Prison were shaken, the Doors flew open of themselves, and the Bans of the Prisoners were all unloosed, (v. 26.) Nor indeed is it a wonder, that such a Miracle should be seen in so blind a Dungeon, while the Prisoners that were in it were Paul and Silas. For These were two of that little number, by whom the world had been turned upside down, Acts 17. 6. not in that malicious sense, in which the words were there used, by the certain lewd Fellows of the baser sort, who had assaulted the House of Jason, and Set the city in an uproar, (v. 5.) They having turned it upside down, not for the Worse, but for the better. np1 rg-crq n1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc p-acp vbg vvn j pp-f dt j np1. n2, r-crq p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 j n2. cc cs po32 n2 cc n2-an vbdr j p-acp dt n1, av po32 n1 cc n1 vbds av p-acp n1. pns32 vbdr p-acp a-acp d dt j cc d dt j n1 pp-f n2, a-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1, (n1 crd) vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n1 j-jn. p-acp po32 n1 n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1; p-acp av av-d cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn, dt n2 vvd j pp-f px32, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbdr d vvn, (n1 crd) ccx av vbz pn31 dt vvb, cst d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp av j dt n1, cs dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp pn31 vbdr np1 cc np1. p-acp d vbdr crd pp-f d j n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhd vbn vvn av a-acp, n2 crd crd xx p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbdr a-acp vvn, p-acp dt j j n2 pp-f dt jc n1, r-crq vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (n1 crd) pns32 vhg vvd pn31 av a-acp, xx p-acp dt jc, cc-acp p-acp dt jc. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 167
854 The Confusion which they made did tend to Harmony, and Order. They made men Antipodes to themselves, by their contrary walking to what they hitherto had done. The Confusion which they made did tend to Harmony, and Order. They made men Antipodes to themselves, by their contrary walking to what they hitherto had done. dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd vdd vvi p-acp n1, cc n1. pns32 vvd n2 n2 p-acp px32, p-acp po32 j-jn j-vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 av vhd vdn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 167
855 And so in effect, They turn'd a Chaos upside down, more properly than a World. Or if it must needs be call'd a world, it was the world lying in wickedness, 1 Joh. 5. 19. The world compos'd of three Ingredients, which made it fit to be cleans'd by another Deluge. For all that is in the world (as the same St. Iohn saith) is the Lust of the Flesh, the Lust of the Eye, and the Pride of Life. And so in Effect, They turned a Chaos upside down, more properly than a World. Or if it must needs be called a world, it was the world lying in wickedness, 1 John 5. 19. The world composed of three Ingredients, which made it fit to be cleansed by Another Deluge. For all that is in the world (as the same Saint John Says) is the Lust of the Flesh, the Lust of the Eye, and the Pride of Life. cc av p-acp n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 av a-acp, av-dc av-j cs dt n1. cc cs pn31 vmb av vbi vvn dt n1, pn31 vbds dt n1 vvg p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd crd dt n1 vvn pp-f crd n2, r-crq vvd pn31 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1. p-acp d d vbz p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt d n1 np1 vvz) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 167
856 And this alone was That world, which by Precept, and Example, by Life, and Doctrin, these first Preachers of Christ were to turn upside down. And this accordingly they did in a great many respects. And this alone was That world, which by Precept, and Exampl, by Life, and Doctrine, these First Preachers of christ were to turn upside down. And this accordingly they did in a great many respects. cc d j vbds cst n1, r-crq p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, d ord n2 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp vvb av a-acp. cc d av-vvg pns32 vdd p-acp dt j d n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 167
857 As in opening the Eyes of the Ignorant Gentiles, and in mollifying the Hearts of the stubborn Iews, and in breaking down the Partition-wall, which God himself had built up betwixt the Iew and the Gentile. They turn'd the world upside down, by beating Swords into Plough-shares, and warlike Spears into peaceful Pruning-hooks. By making the Lamb to lye down with the Wolf, and the Kid with the Hyaena. By making Friendship and Peace between the Greek and the Iew, as between the Iew and the Samaritan. By turning Infidels into Believers; Idolaters into Christians; and the rebellious Sons of Darkness into Children of the Light. Thus without Archimedes his Postulatum or Hypothesis, NONLATINALPHABET, As in opening the Eyes of the Ignorant Gentiles, and in mollifying the Hearts of the stubborn Iews, and in breaking down the Partition-wall, which God himself had built up betwixt the Iew and the Gentile. They turned the world upside down, by beating Swords into Ploughshares, and warlike Spears into peaceful Pruning-hooks. By making the Lamb to lie down with the Wolf, and the Kid with the Hyaena. By making Friendship and Peace between the Greek and the Iew, as between the Iew and the Samaritan. By turning Infidels into Believers; Idolaters into Christians; and the rebellious Sons of Darkness into Children of the Light. Thus without Archimedes his Postulatum or Hypothesis,, p-acp p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j n2-j, cc p-acp j-vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j np2, cc p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 px31 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp dt np1 cc dt j. pns32 vvd dt n1 av a-acp, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n2, cc j n2 p-acp j n2. p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt fw-la. p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt jp cc dt np1, a-acp p-acp dt np1 cc dt np1. p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n2; n2 p-acp np1; cc dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1. av p-acp np1 po31 np1 cc n1,, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 168
858 or (as it is in the Dorick Dialect) NONLATINALPHABET, an easy way was found out, to turn the world upside down. or (as it is in the Doric Dialect), an easy Way was found out, to turn the world upside down. cc (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt jp n1), dt j n1 vbds vvn av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av a-acp. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 139 Page 168
859 Sure I am that in my Text there was somewhat like it. Sure I am that in my Text there was somewhat like it. j pns11 vbm d p-acp po11 n1 a-acp vbds av av-j pn31. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 140 Page 168
860 For Paul and Silas who were yesterday as the off-scowring of the Earth, are now on a suddain entertain'd as two Inhabitants of Heaven. They who yesterday had been drag'd, both in their Persons, and in their Names, through the publick Marketplace of Philippi, (v. 19.) who had had their Cloaths rent, and been beaten with Rods, (v. 22.) who had been thrown into a Dungeon as a Couple of pernicious and insufferable men, (v. 24.) are now revered and sought unto, For Paul and Silas who were yesterday as the offscouring of the Earth, Are now on a sudden entertained as two Inhabitants of Heaven. They who yesterday had been dragged, both in their Persons, and in their Names, through the public Marketplace of Philippi, (v. 19.) who had had their Clothes rend, and been beaten with Rods, (v. 22.) who had been thrown into a Dungeon as a Couple of pernicious and insufferable men, (v. 24.) Are now revered and sought unto, p-acp np1 cc np1 r-crq vbdr av-an p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vbr av p-acp dt j vvn p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1. pns32 r-crq av-an vhd vbn vvd, d p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (n1 crd) r-crq vhd vhn po32 n2 vvn, cc vbi vvn p-acp n2, (n1 crd) r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, (n1 crd) vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 140 Page 168
861 as the very Oracles of God. That very Iailour who was yesterday putting their Feet into the Stocks, and thrusting them into the inner Prison, (v. 24.) is now awak'd by their Musick, and stands affrighted at their Liberty, and is ready to kill himself with his Sword, for fear of dying by their Escape; when, being hinder'd by his Pris'ners from offering violence to Himself, he even springs into their Presence with fear and trembling, and (by Faith coupl'd with Fear) falls down prostrate at their Feet with this short Inquiry, (an Inquiry very plain, but yet sufficiently mysterious, and as copious in the sense, as it is short in the letter, ) What must I do, that I may be saved? Which is as if he should have said, (that I may paraphrase his words,) Seeing I cannot but acknowledge, that the Doctrin you Teach is the Truth of God, and the Truth of That God who now hath testified it by Miracle, in shaking my Prison by its Foundations, in compelling its Doors to do you Reverence, as the very Oracles of God. That very Jailor who was yesterday putting their Feet into the Stocks, and thrusting them into the inner Prison, (v. 24.) is now awaked by their Music, and Stands affrighted At their Liberty, and is ready to kill himself with his Sword, for Fear of dying by their Escape; when, being hindered by his Prisoners from offering violence to Himself, he even springs into their Presence with Fear and trembling, and (by Faith coupled with fear) falls down prostrate At their Feet with this short Inquiry, (an Inquiry very plain, but yet sufficiently mysterious, and as copious in the sense, as it is short in the Letter,) What must I do, that I may be saved? Which is as if he should have said, (that I may Paraphrase his words,) Seeing I cannot but acknowledge, that the Doctrine you Teach is the Truth of God, and the Truth of That God who now hath testified it by Miracle, in shaking my Prison by its Foundations, in compelling its Doors to do you reverence, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1. cst j n1 r-crq vbds av-an vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1, (n1 crd) vbz av vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc vvz j-vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc vbz j p-acp vvb px31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po32 vvi; c-crq, vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp px31, pns31 av n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvb cc vvg, cc (p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1) vvz p-acp j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j n1, (dt n1 j j, p-acp av av-j j, cc c-acp j p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1,) q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? r-crq vbz p-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, (d pns11 vmb n1 po31 n2,) vvg pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pn22 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f cst np1 r-crq av vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg po11 n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvg po31 n2 pc-acp vdi pn22 n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 140 Page 169
862 and in making your Fetters afraid to hold you; and in making your Fetters afraid to hold you; cc p-acp vvg po22 n2 j pc-acp vvi pn22; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 140 Page 169
863 And seeing I cannot but acknowledge, That such a God is to be served by every one who will be sav'd; I beseech you Sirs inform me wherein his Service is to consist, and how I may attain to so great Salvation. It is not Silver, or Gold, or Security for your Persons, that I demand ▪ I do not earnestly intreat you to confine your Heads within the Dungeon, or to return your Feet into the Stocks, (though That is as much as my Life is worth;) But if there is any Thing in the World which you will do for my sake, Tell me what I must do, that I may be saved. And seeing I cannot but acknowledge, That such a God is to be served by every one who will be saved; I beseech you Sirs inform me wherein his Service is to consist, and how I may attain to so great Salvation. It is not Silver, or Gold, or Security for your Persons, that I demand ▪ I do not earnestly entreat you to confine your Heads within the Dungeon, or to return your Feet into the Stocks, (though That is as much as my Life is worth;) But if there is any Thing in the World which you will do for my sake, Tell me what I must do, that I may be saved. cc vvg pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, cst d dt np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d crd r-crq vmb vbi vvn; pns11 vvb pn22 n2 vvb pno11 c-crq po31 n1 vbz p-acp vvi, cc c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp av j n1. pn31 vbz xx n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po22 n2, cst pns11 vvb ▪ pns11 vdb xx av-j vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n2, (cs cst vbz p-acp d c-acp po11 n1 vbz j;) cc-acp cs pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vdi p-acp po11 n1, vvb pno11 r-crq pns11 vmb vdi, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 140 Page 170
864 And here I am sorry that I must say, (what yet I must, if I deal uprightly,) That we who pass for very prudent and sober Christians, may very well be sent to School to this frighted Heathen. We may learn from this Iailour in his time of exigence and distress, how our Souls should be employ'd at our Times of leisure. Not in progging for Riches, or worldly Greatness, asking what we must do to get a fortune when we have none, or to increase it when it is gotten, or to keep it when 'tis increas't, or to recover it when it is lost, or to secure it if recover'd from running the risque of a Relapse; Nor yet in progging (with Eudoxus ) for Ease and Pleasure, without either End, or Interruption, asking what we shall eat, or what we shall drink, or wherewithal we shall be cloath'd. We must not be carefully contriving with the unjust Steward, (Luke 16. 3.) in his What shall I do to put a cheat upon my Lord, And Here I am sorry that I must say, (what yet I must, if I deal uprightly,) That we who pass for very prudent and Sobrium Christians, may very well be sent to School to this frighted Heathen. We may Learn from this Jailor in his time of exigence and distress, how our Souls should be employed At our Times of leisure. Not in progging for Riches, or worldly Greatness, asking what we must do to get a fortune when we have none, or to increase it when it is got, or to keep it when it's increased, or to recover it when it is lost, or to secure it if recovered from running the risk of a Relapse; Nor yet in progging (with Eudoxus) for Ease and Pleasure, without either End, or Interruption, asking what we shall eat, or what we shall drink, or wherewithal we shall be clothed. We must not be carefully contriving with the unjust Steward, (Lycia 16. 3.) in his What shall I do to put a cheat upon my Lord, cc av pns11 vbm j cst pns11 vmb vvi, (r-crq av pns11 vmb, cs pns11 vvb av-j,) cst pns12 r-crq vvb p-acp j j cc j np1, vmb av av vbi vvn p-acp vvb p-acp d vvn j-jn. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq po12 n2 vmd vbi vvd p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1. xx p-acp vvg p-acp n2, cc j n1, vvg r-crq pns12 vmb vdi p-acp vvb dt n1 c-crq pns12 vhb pix, cc p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31|vbz vvd, cc p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc p-acp j pn31 cs n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1; ccx av p-acp vvg (p-acp np1) p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d vvb, cc n1, vvg r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cc r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cc c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn. pns12 vmb xx vbi av-j vvg p-acp dt j n1, (n1 crd crd) p-acp po31 r-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 141 Page 171
865 and to oblige his Debtors to me, that when I am put out of my Stewardship, they may receive me into their Houses. and to oblige his Debtors to me, that when I am put out of my Stewardship, they may receive me into their Houses. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno11, cst c-crq pns11 vbm vvn av pp-f po11 n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp po32 n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 141 Page 171
866 Nor may we ask with the wealthy Miser, (Luke 12. 17.) What shall I do for sufficient Treasuries and Barns, wherein to bestow all my Fruit and my Goods; Nor may we ask with the wealthy Miser, (Lycia 12. 17.) What shall I do for sufficient Treasuries and Barns, wherein to bestow all my Fruit and my Goods; ccx vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n1, (n1 crd crd) q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp j n2 cc n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi d po11 n1 cc po11 n2-j; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 141 Page 171
867 (as if his Life had consisted in the Abundance of the Things which he possessed, v. 15.) But our Inquiry must be rather like that of the Multitude to our Saviour, What shall we do that we may work the work of God? (that is to say in plainer Terms,) what course shall we take, that we may do what thou bidst us? that we may labour for the meat which will never perish, (as if his Life had consisted in the Abundance of the Things which he possessed, v. 15.) But our Inquiry must be rather like that of the Multitude to our Saviour, What shall we do that we may work the work of God? (that is to say in plainer Terms,) what course shall we take, that we may do what thou bidst us? that we may labour for the meat which will never perish, (c-acp cs po31 n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd, n1 crd) p-acp po12 n1 vmb vbi av-c j cst pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? (cst vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp jc n2,) r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi, cst pns12 vmb vdi r-crq pns21 vv2 pno12? cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb av-x vvi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 141 Page 171
868 but indure unto Life everlasting? or as the Publicans and Souldiers, and other Proselytes to the Baptist, who had warn'd them to flee from the wrath to come, (Luke 3. 7, 10.) What shall we do whereby to anticipate our Destruction, and to avert the sad effects of the fatal Axe, which now is laid to the Root of the Tree? what shall we do, as to the bearing good fruit, to prevent hewing down, and being cast into the Fire? or as the Iailour of Philippi to Paul and Silas, (in the words which are now before us,) what must we do that we may be sav'd? but endure unto Life everlasting? or as the Publicans and Soldiers, and other Proselytes to the Baptist, who had warned them to flee from the wrath to come, (Lycia 3. 7, 10.) What shall we do whereby to anticipate our Destruction, and to avert the sad effects of the fatal Axe, which now is laid to the Root of the Tree? what shall we do, as to the bearing good fruit, to prevent hewing down, and being cast into the Fire? or as the Jailor of Philippi to Paul and Silas, (in the words which Are now before us,) what must we do that we may be saved? cc-acp vvi p-acp n1 j? cc p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc j-jn n2 p-acp dt np1, r-crq vhd vvn pno32 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (n1 crd crd, crd) q-crq vmb pns12 vdi c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi, a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg j n1, pc-acp vvi vvg a-acp, cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1? cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 cc np1, (p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr av p-acp pno12,) q-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 141 Page 172
869 In which Inquiry of the Iailour there are Four Things observable. First the End of the Inquiry; In which Inquiry of the Jailor there Are Four Things observable. First the End of the Inquiry; p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vbr crd n2 j. ord dt vvb pp-f dt n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 142 Page 172
870 Next the Means conducing to it; Next the Means conducing to it; ord dt n2 vvg p-acp pn31; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 142 Page 172
871 Then the necessary Connexion between the one and the other; And lastly the Person here Inquiring, together with the Persons inquired of. Then the necessary Connexion between the one and the other; And lastly the Person Here Inquiring, together with the Persons inquired of. av dt j n1 p-acp dt crd cc dt j-jn; cc ord dt n1 av vvg, av p-acp dt n2 vvn pp-f. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 142 Page 172
872 First the End of the Inquiry is here expressed to be Salvation. 'Tis NONLATINALPHABET, That I may be sav'd. First the End of the Inquiry is Here expressed to be Salvation. It's, That I may be saved. ord dt vvb pp-f dt n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi n1. pn31|vbz, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 143 Page 172
873 Next the Means of its Attainment (which make the Object of his Inquiry) are here imply'd to consist in Practice. For it is not thus ask't, what must I outwardly Profess? or what must I inwardly believe? But NONLATINALPHABET; Next the Means of its Attainment (which make the Object of his Inquiry) Are Here implied to consist in Practice. For it is not thus asked, what must I outwardly Profess? or what must I inwardly believe? But; ord dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 (r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. p-acp pn31 vbz xx av vvn, q-crq vmb pns11 av-j vvb? cc q-crq vmb pns11 av-j vvi? p-acp; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 144 Page 172
874 what must I Do, that I may be sav'd? what must I Do, that I may be saved? q-crq vmb pns11 vdb, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 144 Page 172
875 Thirdly the necessary Connexion between the Means and the End, is very significantly imply'd in the little word Must. For 'tis not only NONLATINALPHABET; Thirdly the necessary Connexion between the Means and the End, is very significantly implied in the little word Must. For it's not only; ord dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc dt vvb, vbz av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 np1 p-acp pn31|vbz xx av-j; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 145 Page 173
876 what shall I do? (though That is also comprehended,) but NONLATINALPHABET; what Must I do that I may be sav'd? what shall I do? (though That is also comprehended,) but; what Must I do that I may be saved? r-crq vmb pns11 vdi? (cs cst vbz av vvn,) cc-acp; r-crq vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 145 Page 173
877 Lastly The Person here Inquiring, together with the Persons inquired of, are The Iailour and his two Pris'ners, Paul and Silas. These He earnestly consulted about the Business of his Salvation. Lastly The Person Here Inquiring, together with the Persons inquired of, Are The Jailor and his two Prisoners, Paul and Silas. These He earnestly consulted about the Business of his Salvation. ord dt n1 av vvg, av p-acp dt n2 vvn pp-f, vbr dt n1 cc po31 crd n2, np1 cc np1. np1 pns31 av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 146 Page 173
878 Yet not as Pris'ners, or Private men, but as attested by the Miracle to be Embassadors from God. For as God the Son had His mission from God the Father, so had They Theirs from God the Son. As my Father sent me, Yet not as Prisoners, or Private men, but as attested by the Miracle to be ambassadors from God. For as God the Son had His mission from God the Father, so had They Theirs from God the Son. As my Father sent me, av xx p-acp n2, cc j n2, p-acp c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp np1. c-acp c-acp np1 dt n1 vhd po31 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, av vhd pns32 png32 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvd pno11, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 146 Page 173
879 so send I you, was the saying of Christ to his Twelve Apostles. so send I you, was the saying of christ to his Twelve Apostles. av vvb pns11 pn22, vbds dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po31 crd n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 146 Page 173
880 And He that receiveth you, receiveth me, As he that receiveth me, receiveth also him that sent me. They were not only The Nuntio's, but Representatives of Christ. And He that receives you, receives me, As he that receives me, receives also him that sent me. They were not only The Nuntio's, but Representatives of christ. cc pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz pno11, p-acp pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz av pno31 cst vvd pno11. pns32 vbdr xx av-j dt n2, p-acp n2 pp-f np1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 146 Page 173
881 He alone was the Oracle, at which Salvation was to be ask't; But Paul and Silas were two of those sacred Mystae, by whom the Responses were to be given. And so of Them in That Notion our Neophyte Iailour did fitly ask, He alone was the Oracle, At which Salvation was to be asked; But Paul and Silas were two of those sacred Mystae, by whom the Responses were to be given. And so of Them in That Notion our Neophyte Jailor did fitly ask, pns31 av-j vbds dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn; p-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr crd pp-f d j np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn. cc av pp-f pno32 p-acp cst n1 po12 n1 n1 vdd av-j vvi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 146 Page 173
882 What must I do, that I may be saved? What must I do, that I may be saved? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 147 Page 173
883 This indeed is the Division, But it is not nice enough to be the measure of my Intent in the Tractation of the Text. Wherein I purpose to consider, not so much the Matter, as the Condition of the Question. This indeed is the Division, But it is not Nicaenae enough to be the measure of my Intent in the Tractation of the Text. Wherein I purpose to Consider, not so much the Matter, as the Condition of the Question. np1 av vbz dt n1, p-acp pn31 vbz xx j av-d pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, xx av av-d dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 148 Page 174
884 No nor That, in a Dogmatical, but in an Applicatory way. No nor That, in a Dogmatical, but in an Applicatory Way. uh-dx ccx d, p-acp dt j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 148 Page 174
885 Nor so, in general, or at large, but as particularly relating unto the Terrors in the Context, whereby the Iailour of Philippi was happily frighted into Devotion. Nor so, in general, or At large, but as particularly relating unto the Terrors in the Context, whereby the Jailor of Philippi was happily frighted into Devotion. ccx av, p-acp j, cc p-acp j, p-acp c-acp av-j vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 148 Page 174
886 It being chiefly my present Aim, (not to touch on those Notions which I have used on a Text of some Affinity with This in another Place, It being chiefly my present Aim, (not to touch on those Notions which I have used on a Text of Some Affinity with This in Another Place, pn31 vbg av-jn po11 n1 n1, (xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d p-acp j-jn n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 148 Page 174
887 but) to fill up the Vacuities of my former Design, by supplying That Here, which was there omitted. For the accomplishing of which, but) to fill up the Vacuities of my former Design, by supplying That Here, which was there omitted. For the accomplishing of which, cc-acp) pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 j n1, p-acp vvg cst av, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 148 Page 174
888 As in all Moral Subjects of Meditation and Discourse, The Method is still to be Analytical; so in This (above All ) which now does call for our Attention, I must begin with the End of the Iailor's Quaere. For As in all Moral Subject's of Meditation and Discourse, The Method is still to be Analytical; so in This (above All) which now does call for our Attention, I must begin with the End of the Jailor's Quaere. For c-acp p-acp d j n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi j; av p-acp d (p-acp d) r-crq av vdz vvi p-acp po12 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt ng1 fw-la. p-acp (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 149 Page 174
889 He who is so great a Sluggard, as not to open his Lips for the way to Heaven, will hardly be so industrious, as to labour with his Hands, or so much as pluck them out of his Bosom, whereby to lay hold on Eternal Life. How very far are They from striving to enter in at the strait Gate, who are not anxious enough to ask, whereabout the Gate lyes, or which is the way to get it open? How little can we expect they should give all diligence, to make their Calling and Election sure, who have not the Courage or Curiosity to learn of what sort it is? who are too Lazy to contemplate, or too delicate to inquire, either into the End, or the Nature of it? Can they be heartily employ'd in working out their Salvation with fear and trembling, who will not trouble themselves to ask, (no not so much as this Heathen-Iailour ) what it is they must do that they may be sav'd? 'Tis very strange that so it should be, He who is so great a Sluggard, as not to open his Lips for the Way to Heaven, will hardly be so Industria, as to labour with his Hands, or so much as pluck them out of his Bosom, whereby to lay hold on Eternal Life. How very Far Are They from striving to enter in At the strait Gate, who Are not anxious enough to ask, whereabout the Gate lies, or which is the Way to get it open? How little can we expect they should give all diligence, to make their Calling and Election sure, who have not the Courage or Curiosity to Learn of what sort it is? who Are too Lazy to contemplate, or too delicate to inquire, either into the End, or the Nature of it? Can they be heartily employed in working out their Salvation with Fear and trembling, who will not trouble themselves to ask, (no not so much as this Heathen-jailor) what it is they must do that they may be saved? It's very strange that so it should be, pns31 r-crq vbz av j dt n1, c-acp xx p-acp j po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vmb av vbi av j, a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n2, cc av av-d c-acp vvb pno32 av pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvb vvb p-acp j n1. c-crq av av-j vbr pns32 p-acp vvg p-acp vvb p-acp p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbr xx j av-d pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j? c-crq j vmb pns12 vvi pns32 vmd vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi po32 vvg cc n1 j, r-crq vhb xx dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq n1 pn31 vbz? q-crq vbr av j p-acp vvi, cc av j p-acp vvb, d p-acp dt vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31? vmb pns32 vbb av-j vvd p-acp vvg av po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, r-crq vmb xx vvi px32 p-acp vvb, (dx xx av av-d c-acp d j) r-crq pn31 vbz pns32 vmb vdi cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn? pn31|vbz j j cst av pn31 vmd vbi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 150 Page 175
890 but very clear that so it is: That of the All which concerns us as Men or Christians, though nothing makes a greater Noyse than the Salvation of the Soul, yet there is nothing in the World of any considerable accompt, (whether for Profit, or Pleasure, or Reputation, ) which is so little look't after, or labour'd for. For but very clear that so it is: That of the All which concerns us as Men or Christians, though nothing makes a greater Noise than the Salvation of the Soul, yet there is nothing in the World of any considerable account, (whither for Profit, or Pleasure, or Reputation,) which is so little looked After, or laboured for. For cc-acp j j cst av pn31 vbz: cst pp-f dt d r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp n2 cc np1, c-acp pix vvz dt jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (cs p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1,) r-crq vbz av j vvb|pn31 a-acp, cc vvd p-acp. p-acp (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 150 Page 175
891 This is sure the sole reason, (or at least one of the chief ) why a far lesser number of men belongs to Heaven than to Hell; And why the Harvest of Satan will be very much greater than That of Christ; because Men commonly are industriously and expensively wicked, They sin as with a Cart-rope, and drink iniquity like water, they think they can never bid enough, whilst they are purchasing a Mansion in the Territories of Darkness; And therefore in the words of the Prophet Isaiah, (though spoken by Him in another sense,) They make a Covenant with Death, This is sure the sole reason, (or At least one of the chief) why a Far lesser number of men belongs to Heaven than to Hell; And why the Harvest of Satan will be very much greater than That of christ; Because Men commonly Are industriously and expensively wicked, They sin as with a Cartrope, and drink iniquity like water, they think they can never bid enough, while they Are purchasing a Mansion in the Territories of Darkness; And Therefore in the words of the Prophet Isaiah, (though spoken by Him in Another sense,) They make a Covenant with Death, d vbz av-j dt j n1, (cc p-acp ds crd pp-f dt j-jn) c-crq dt j jc n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp n1 cs p-acp n1; cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j av-d jc cs d pp-f np1; c-acp n2 av-j vbr av-j cc av-j j, pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvb n1 av-j n1, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb av-x vvi av-d, cs pns32 vbr vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cc av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, (cs vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn n1,) pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 176
892 and with Hell are at Agreement, (Isa. 28. 15.) or, (as the excellent Book of Wisdom does more designedly express it,) They even call Death to them, and with Hell Are At Agreement, (Isaiah 28. 15.) or, (as the excellent Book of Wisdom does more designedly express it,) They even call Death to them, cc p-acp n1 vbr p-acp n1, (np1 crd crd) cc, (c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz n1 av-j vvi pn31,) pns32 av vvb n1 p-acp pno32, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 176
893 and pull Destruction upon themselves with the works of their Hands. and pull Destruction upon themselves with the works of their Hands. cc vvi n1 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 176
894 They are as studious of variety, and as wittily inventive of evil things, as if the Burden of their Inquiry were none but. They Are as studious of variety, and as wittily inventive of evil things, as if the Burden of their Inquiry were none but. pns32 vbr p-acp j pp-f n1, cc c-acp av-j j pp-f j-jn n2, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbdr pix p-acp. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 176
895 This, What must we do that we may be damn'd? But now so far are most men from being either as expencefully or as elaborately vertuous, that they rather are afraid of being righteous overmuch; (as they love to misinterpret the words of Solomon; ) Their strictest Care is, not be taken for Praecisians; This, What must we do that we may be damned? But now so Far Are most men from being either as expencefully or as elaborately virtuous, that they rather Are afraid of being righteous overmuch; (as they love to misinterpret the words of Solomon;) Their Strictest Care is, not be taken for precisians; np1, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn? p-acp av av av-j vbr av-ds n2 p-acp vbg d c-acp av-j cc c-acp av-j j, cst pns32 av vbr j pp-f vbg j av; (c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1;) po32 js n1 vbz, xx vbi vvn p-acp n2; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 177
896 And they are really asham'd to be holy indeed, for fear it should make them look like Hypocrites. They are so far from taking pains, and making a Business of Religion, that they do not so much as say, with the Pythagoreans, (who summon'd the Actions of every Day before the Tribunal of every Night, ) NONLATINALPHABET; And they Are really ashamed to be holy indeed, for Fear it should make them look like Hypocrites. They Are so Far from taking pains, and making a Business of Religion, that they do not so much as say, with the pythagoreans, (who summoned the Actions of every Day before the Tribunal of every Night,); cc pns32 vbr av-j j pc-acp vbi j av, p-acp n1 pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi av-j n2. pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg n2, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vdb xx av av-d c-acp vvb, p-acp dt njp2, (r-crq vvn dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1,); (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 177
897 What evil have I done since I rose this morning? or what Good Deed have I omitted? whither goes the way that I am now walking in? goes it to Egypt? or to Canaan? leads it to Heaven? or to Hell? Much less do they ask with this frighted Iailour in the Text; What evil have I done since I rose this morning? or what Good Deed have I omitted? whither Goes the Way that I am now walking in? Goes it to Egypt? or to Canaan? leads it to Heaven? or to Hell? Much less do they ask with this frighted Jailor in the Text; r-crq j-jn vhb pns11 vdn c-acp pns11 vvd d n1? cc q-crq j n1 vhb pns11 vvn? q-crq vvz dt n1 cst pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp? vvz pn31 p-acp np1? cc p-acp np1? vvz pn31 p-acp n1? cc p-acp n1? d dc vdb pns32 vvi p-acp d vvn n1 p-acp dt n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 177
898 What must we do that we may be sav'd? What must we do that we may be saved? r-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 151 Page 177
899 Now the reason of this Reason doth seem to be chiefly A want of That, which was required of the Iailour as a chief means of his being sav'd; even a cordial Beliving in the Lord Iesus Christ, and a Belief of That Salvation which in the Text is inquired after. Now the reason of this Reason does seem to be chiefly A want of That, which was required of the Jailor as a chief means of his being saved; even a cordial Believing in the Lord Iesus christ, and a Belief of That Salvation which in the Text is inquired After. av dt n1 pp-f d vvb vdz vvi pc-acp vbi av-jn dt n1 pp-f cst, r-crq vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvz pp-f po31 vbg vvn; av dt j vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 177
900 Of which I doubt there are but few that are True Believers, even of Them who do not doubt of their own Belief. So that there is not a greater Instance of the Deceitfulness of a man's Heart, than his Treacherous Belief that he does Believe; when yet he proves by all his Practice that he is either no Believer, or else no better than a Gamester when he believes that he shall win. How many Professors of Christianity who daily assent unto the Creed, do still confute their own Belief of the two last Articles, The Resurrection of the Body, and the Life Everlasting? For is it possible that a man should very seriously believe he shall last for ever, and not be vehemently solicitous, Of which I doubt there Are but few that Are True Believers, even of Them who doe not doubt of their own Belief. So that there is not a greater Instance of the Deceitfulness of a Man's Heart, than his Treacherous Belief that he does Believe; when yet he Proves by all his Practice that he is either no Believer, or Else no better than a Gamester when he believes that he shall win. How many Professors of Christianity who daily assent unto the Creed, do still confute their own Belief of the two last Articles, The Resurrection of the Body, and the Life Everlasting? For is it possible that a man should very seriously believe he shall last for ever, and not be vehemently solicitous, pp-f r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr p-acp d cst vbr j n2, av pp-f pno32 r-crq n1 xx vvi pp-f po32 d n1. av cst pc-acp vbz xx dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cs po31 j n1 cst pns31 vdz vvi; c-crq av pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 vvi cst pns31 vbz d dx n1, cc av av-dx av-jc cs dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi. q-crq d n2 pp-f np1 r-crq j vvi p-acp dt n1, vdb av vvi po32 d n1 pp-f dt crd ord n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 j? c-acp vbz pn31 j cst dt n1 vmd av av-j vvb pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av, cc xx vbi av-j j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 178
901 whether in Heaven, or in Hell? or that he really should believe there is a Heaven, and a Hell, without a minutely concernment, to which of the two he must needs belong? If a man's Neck be but obnoxious to the Gallows or the Block, or his Goods but in danger of Confiscation, sleep it self will not be strong enough to give him rest, until he has us'd his whole strength to purchase a Pardon, or a Reprieve. And did he as really believe, that he shall rise after Death to a Day of Iudgment, when evil Doers shall be cast into a Bottomless Asphaltites, a Lake which evermore is burning with Fire and Brimstone, ô with what Horror and Indignation would he look back upon his Sins? with what Remorse and Self-Revenge would he afflict himself for them in Soul and Body? with what a vehement desire would he demonstrate his Repentance by Change of Life? ô with what Carefulness and Concernment would he endeavour to make his Peace with abused Iustice? with what strong crying and Tears would he sue for Mercy? Not in the language of St. Peter, when transported out of his wits by his great Amazement, Depart from me ô Lord, for I am a sinful man; whither in Heaven, or in Hell? or that he really should believe there is a Heaven, and a Hell, without a minutely concernment, to which of the two he must needs belong? If a Man's Neck be but obnoxious to the Gallows or the Block, or his Goods but in danger of Confiscation, sleep it self will not be strong enough to give him rest, until he has used his Whole strength to purchase a Pardon, or a Reprieve. And did he as really believe, that he shall rise After Death to a Day of Judgement, when evil Doers shall be cast into a Bottomless Asphaltites, a Lake which evermore is burning with Fire and Brimstone, o with what Horror and Indignation would he look back upon his Sins? with what Remorse and Self-revenge would he afflict himself for them in Soul and Body? with what a vehement desire would he demonstrate his Repentance by Change of Life? o with what Carefulness and Concernment would he endeavour to make his Peace with abused justice? with what strong crying and Tears would he sue for Mercy? Not in the language of Saint Peter, when transported out of his wits by his great Amazement, Depart from me o Lord, for I am a sinful man; cs p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1? cc cst pns31 av-j vmd vvi pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp dt av-j n1, p-acp r-crq pp-f dt crd pns31 vmb av vvi? cs dt ng1 n1 vbb p-acp j p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1, cc po31 n2-j p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb pn31 n1 vmb xx vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb, cc dt vvb. cc vdd pns31 a-acp av-j vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j np1, dt n1 r-crq av vbz vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, uh p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd pns31 vvb av p-acp po31 n2? p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd pns31 vvb px31 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1? p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vmd pns31 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1? uh p-acp q-crq n1 cc n1 vmd pns31 vvi p-acp vvb po31 n1 p-acp vvn n1? p-acp r-crq j n-vvg cc n2 vmd pns31 vvb p-acp n1? xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, c-crq vvn av pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, vvb p-acp pno11 uh n1, c-acp pns11 vbm dt j n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 179
902 But rather with Christ upon the Cross where he recited in Syriac those words of David, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me! But rather with christ upon the Cross where he recited in Syriac those words of David, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me! p-acp av-c p-acp np1 p-acp dt j c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 d n2 pp-f np1, po11 np1, po11 np1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11! (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 179
903 How much rather would he choose, to do it now to some purpose, and that but once, than at last to no purpose, and that for ever? Say then, good Reader, and say without Partiality; How much rather would he choose, to do it now to Some purpose, and that but once, than At last to no purpose, and that for ever? Say then, good Reader, and say without Partiality; q-crq d av-c vmd pns31 vvi, pc-acp vdi pn31 av p-acp d n1, cc cst p-acp a-acp, cs p-acp ord p-acp dx n1, cc d c-acp av? vvb av, j n1, cc vvb p-acp n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 179
904 Can a man in good earnest believe his own Immortality, whilst he so seldom or never mindes the future condition of his Soul? and is not solicitous what to do, that he may be sav'd? There can be nothing more incredible, Can a man in good earnest believe his own Immortality, while he so seldom or never minds the future condition of his Soul? and is not solicitous what to do, that he may be saved? There can be nothing more incredible, vmb dt n1 p-acp j j vvb po31 d n1, cs pns31 av av cc av-x n2 dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1? cc vbz xx j r-crq pc-acp vdi, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn? a-acp vmb vbi pix av-dc j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 179
905 than that a man of such a Faith should be so destitute of Fear. For what accompt can be given, than that a man of such a Faith should be so destitute of fear. For what account can be given, cs cst dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmd vbi av j pp-f vvb. p-acp r-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 180
906 why a man should shrink at Death, a great deal more than at Damnation, and more provide against the pains of a dying Life, than the Torments of a Death which will live for ever, (that is, more against the first, than the second Death, ) but that he steadily believes the first may easily come to pass, whilst he hopes that the second is but a Fable? They who hitherto have thought they were True Believers, whilst yet their Infidel Lives have strongly prov'd that they were none, will confess what I say, why a man should shrink At Death, a great deal more than At Damnation, and more provide against the pains of a dying Life, than the Torments of a Death which will live for ever, (that is, more against the First, than the second Death,) but that he steadily believes the First may Easily come to pass, while he hope's that the second is but a Fable? They who hitherto have Thought they were True Believers, while yet their Infidel Lives have strongly proved that they were none, will confess what I say, c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, dt j n1 dc cs p-acp n1, cc av-dc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt vvg n1, cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq n1 vvi p-acp av, (cst vbz, dc p-acp dt ord, cs dt ord n1,) cc-acp cst pns31 av-j vvz dt ord vmb av-j vvb pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vvz cst dt ord vbz p-acp dt n1? pns32 r-crq av vhb vvn pns32 vbdr j n2, cs av po32 n1 vvz vhb av-j vvn cst pns32 vbdr pix, vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vvb, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 180
907 if they ever shall have Patience enough to meditate; and shall meditate long enough, to comprehend the whole force of my present reason. if they ever shall have Patience enough to meditate; and shall meditate long enough, to comprehend the Whole force of my present reason. cs pns32 av vmb vhi n1 av-d p-acp vvi; cc vmb vvi av-j av-d, p-acp vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 j n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 152 Page 180
908 Now in order to my purpose, which is to rouze up some or other out of the Lethargie they are in, Now in order to my purpose, which is to rouse up Some or other out of the Lethargy they Are in, av p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp vvi a-acp d cc n-jn av pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr p-acp, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 180
909 and to set them on work in this Grand Inquiry, I shall reason a little farther with the Paganish Professors of Christianity. And first of all let it be granted, (what ought not yet to be suppos'd, ) That what they have not in Themselves an active Power to demonstrate, cannot have a passive Power of being demonstrated by others; that so they may not be offended at the uncivil possibility, of other mens being deeper or quicker sighted than Themselves. For some are so strongly of opinion, that their particular Comprehension is the Adaequate measure of all Existence, that they are apter to deny, and to disbelieve, that there is any thing in the World beyond the Horizon of their Conceipt, than to suspect, or confess, that their Souls are short-sighted. Not vouchsafing to consider, and to Set them on work in this Grand Inquiry, I shall reason a little farther with the Paganish Professors of Christianity. And First of all let it be granted, (what ought not yet to be supposed,) That what they have not in Themselves an active Power to demonstrate, cannot have a passive Power of being demonstrated by Others; that so they may not be offended At the Uncivil possibility, of other men's being Deeper or quicker sighted than Themselves. For Some Are so strongly of opinion, that their particular Comprehension is the Adequate measure of all Existence, that they Are apter to deny, and to disbelieve, that there is any thing in the World beyond the Horizon of their Conceit, than to suspect, or confess, that their Souls Are shortsighted. Not vouchsafing to Consider, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt j av-jc p-acp dt jp n2 pp-f np1. cc ord pp-f d vvb pn31 vbb vvn, (r-crq vmd xx av pc-acp vbi vvn,) cst r-crq pns32 vhb xx p-acp px32 dt j n1 p-acp vvi, vmbx vhi dt j n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n2-jn; cst av pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, pp-f j-jn ng2 n1 avc-jn cc jc vvn cs px32. p-acp d vbr av av-j pp-f n1, cst po32 j n1 vbz dt j vvb pp-f d n1, cst pns32 vbr jc p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cs p-acp vvb, cc vvb, cst po32 n2 vbr j. xx vvg pc-acp vvi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 181
910 how great a number of Things there are about the Body of a Flea, which are invisible to their Eyes, how great a number of Things there Are about the Body of a Flay, which Are invisible to their Eyes, c-crq j dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvi, r-crq vbr j p-acp po32 n2, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 181
911 whilst unassisted, and yet are evident unto any, who shall behold them through a Microscope. And if to the natural Eye of Reason, we add the Telescope of Faith, which is the Evidence of Things not seen, we shall have an easy Prospect of that Salvation, which the Iailour of Philippi enquired after. while unassisted, and yet Are evident unto any, who shall behold them through a Microscope. And if to the natural Eye of Reason, we add the Telescope of Faith, which is the Evidence of Things not seen, we shall have an easy Prospect of that Salvation, which the Jailor of Philippi inquired After. cs vvn, cc av vbr j p-acp d, r-crq vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1. cc cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn a-acp. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 181
912 And discern the true reason, why the Sciolists of the Age (who are call'd the Wits ) do first contend there are no Spirits, and thence infer there is no Hell, and so conclude they need not ask, what it is they must do that they may be saved; And discern the true reason, why the Sciolists of the Age (who Are called the Wits) do First contend there Are no Spirits, and thence infer there is no Hell, and so conclude they need not ask, what it is they must do that they may be saved; cc vvi dt j n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vbr vvn dt n2) vdb ord vvi pc-acp vbr av-dx n2, cc av vvb a-acp vbz dx n1, cc av vvb pns32 vvb xx vvi, r-crq pn31 vbz pns32 vmb vdi cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 181
913 even because they have too much, and too little wit. For if they had less, they would not raise their Objections; even Because they have too much, and too little wit. For if they had less, they would not raise their Objections; av c-acp pns32 vhb av d, cc av j n1. p-acp cs pns32 vhd av-dc, pns32 vmd xx vvi po32 n2; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 182
914 and if they had more, they would be able to refute them. and if they had more, they would be able to refute them. cc cs pns32 vhd av-dc, pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp vvi pno32. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 182
915 But be it so that they themselves are not able to demonstrate, there is a Hell to be saved from; But be it so that they themselves Are not able to demonstrate, there is a Hell to be saved from; cc-acp vbb pn31 av d pns32 px32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, a-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 182
916 Dare they say they are better able to demonstrate that there is none? Can they say that they have dyed, to make a Decision of the Question? And been restored again to life, to declare the Negative by Experience? Do they suspect the Galilaean whom we commonly call Iesus, in what he saith of an outer Darkness, and therein of a Worm which never dyes, and of a Fire which is not quenched? And do they so far suspect him, that they resolve to make an Essay of his Veracity, and therefore trust not his Doctrin, till they have try'd it? will they admit of no Philosophy, but what they call Experimental? and therefore stay till they are dead for a Determination of their Doubt, Dare they say they Are better able to demonstrate that there is none? Can they say that they have died, to make a Decision of the Question? And been restored again to life, to declare the Negative by Experience? Do they suspect the Galilaean whom we commonly call Iesus, in what he Says of an outer Darkness, and therein of a Worm which never dies, and of a Fire which is not quenched? And do they so Far suspect him, that they resolve to make an Essay of his Veracity, and Therefore trust not his Doctrine, till they have tried it? will they admit of no Philosophy, but what they call Experimental? and Therefore stay till they Are dead for a Determination of their Doubt, vvb pns32 vvb pns32 vbr jc j pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz pi? vmb pns32 vvi cst pns32 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc vbi vvn av p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn p-acp n1? vdb pns32 vvi dt jp r-crq pns12 av-j vvb np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt j n1, cc av pp-f dt n1 r-crq av-x vvz, cc pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn? cc vdb pns32 av av-j vvi pno31, cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvb xx po31 n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pn31? vmb pns32 vvi pp-f dx n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb j? cc av vvb c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 182
917 because (forsooth) until the time that they have tasted the first Death, they know not if they can feel a second? I say admit they do not know, that there are Torments after Death to indure for ever. Because (forsooth) until the time that they have tasted the First Death, they know not if they can feel a second? I say admit they do not know, that there Are Torments After Death to endure for ever. c-acp (uh) c-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vhb vvn dt ord n1, pns32 vvb xx cs pns32 vmb vvi dt ord? pns11 vvb vvi pns32 vdb xx vvi, cst a-acp vbr n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 182
918 Should not this suffice to Awe them, that such there are for ought they know? Or are their Souls so wholly drown'd and swallow'd up in Sensualities, Should not this suffice to Awe them, that such there Are for ought they know? Or Are their Souls so wholly drowned and swallowed up in Sensualities, vmd xx d vvi p-acp np1-n pno32, cst d a-acp vbr p-acp pi pns32 vvi? cc vbr po32 n2 av av-jn j-vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp n2, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
919 as that they have not any leisure wherein to consider their latter End? Have they not Melancholy enough in their Constitutions, to fix their volatil spirits (no not so much as for an hour ) upon that which concerns them the most that may be, as that they have not any leisure wherein to Consider their latter End? Have they not Melancholy enough in their Constitutions, to fix their volatile spirits (no not so much as for an hour) upon that which concerns them the most that may be, c-acp cst pns32 vhb xx d n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb po32 d vvb? vhb pns32 xx j-jn av-d p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 (dx xx av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1) p-acp d r-crq vvz pno32 dt ds cst vmb vbi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
920 even the Subject of a joyful or sad Eternity? Or have they the leisure to consider their latter end, even the Subject of a joyful or sad Eternity? Or have they the leisure to Consider their latter end, av dt j-jn pp-f dt j cc j n1? cc vhb pns32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
921 but only want sufficient Courage and Resolution to indure it ▪ as being a pungent, but only want sufficient Courage and Resolution to endure it ▪ as being a pungent, cc-acp av-j vvb j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb pn31 ▪ c-acp vbg dt j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
922 and a dismal, and not only a sad, but an insupportable Consideration? This methinks is as absurd, and a dismal, and not only a sad, but an insupportable Consideration? This methinks is as absurd, cc dt j, cc xx av-j dt j, p-acp dt j n1? d vvz vbz p-acp j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
923 as whatsoever it is that hath been alledg'd. as whatsoever it is that hath been alleged. c-acp r-crq pn31 vbz cst vhz vbn vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
924 For if they have not the patience to think or meditate upon Hell for a little season; How much less will they be able to undergo it with Patience to all Eternity? If the wages of Sin is such, For if they have not the patience to think or meditate upon Hell for a little season; How much less will they be able to undergo it with Patience to all Eternity? If the wages of since is such, p-acp cs pns32 vhb xx dt n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1; c-crq d dc vmb pns32 vbb j p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1? cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz d, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
925 whilst it is yet but in the earning; Lord! while it is yet but in the earning; Lord! cs pn31 vbz av cc-acp p-acp dt vvg; n1! (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 183
926 how terrible will it be at the Time of Payment? And what a strange Contradiction does this imply in some mens humours, That they should dare incur the danger of induring those Torments of Hell it self, whereof they dare not indure so much as a deep consideration? no not long enough to inquire, what they must do to be saved from them? how terrible will it be At the Time of Payment? And what a strange Contradiction does this imply in Some men's humours, That they should Dare incur the danger of enduring those Torments of Hell it self, whereof they Dare not endure so much as a deep consideration? no not long enough to inquire, what they must do to be saved from them? q-crq j vmb pn31 vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cc q-crq dt j n1 vdz d vvi p-acp d ng2 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg d vvz pp-f n1 pn31 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt j-jn n1? dx xx j av-d pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns32 vmb vdi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 153 Page 184
927 But all this is no more than an empty Mormo, to Them whose Faculties are possess't with a spirit of slumber, being benumn'd by those foolish and hurtful Lusts, which drown the Soul in Misery and Perdition. But all this is no more than an empty Mormo, to Them whose Faculties Are possessed with a Spirit of slumber, being benumbed by those foolish and hurtful Lustiest, which drown the Soul in Misery and Perdition. p-acp d d vbz dx dc cs dt j np1, p-acp pno32 r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbg vvn p-acp d j cc j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 154 Page 184
928 Some are either so intangled with worldly Cares, or else so transported with carnal Pleasures, they do so hunger after some sins, some Are either so entangled with worldly Cares, or Else so transported with carnal Pleasures, they do so hunger After Some Sins, d vbr av-d av vvn p-acp j n2, cc av av vvn p-acp j n2, pns32 vdb av n1 p-acp d n2, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 154 Page 184
929 and so thirst after others, and are so satisfied in the misery of injoying God's Anger, (by being at a full agreement with Sin and Hell, ) that they are still too much diverted by offering Sacrifice to their Senses, to be able to reflect, or to look before them. Either they do not at all remember, in the midst of their Injoyments, that for all these things God will bring them to Iudgment; or if some times they do, they straight contrive how to forget it. and so thirst After Others, and Are so satisfied in the misery of enjoying God's Anger, (by being At a full agreement with since and Hell,) that they Are still too much diverted by offering Sacrifice to their Senses, to be able to reflect, or to look before them. Either they do not At all Remember, in the midst of their Enjoyments, that for all these things God will bring them to Judgement; or if Some times they do, they straight contrive how to forget it. cc av vvb p-acp n2-jn, cc vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg npg1 n1, (p-acp vbg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1,) cst pns32 vbr av av av-d vvn p-acp vvg vvb p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. d pns32 vdb xx p-acp d vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cst p-acp d d n2 np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1; cc cs d n2 pns32 vdb, pns32 av-j vvi c-crq pc-acp vvb pn31. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 154 Page 184
930 And if nothing else will, either Wine, or Women, or Sleep, or Musick, or all these together, will put it out of their Remembrance. And if nothing Else will, either Wine, or Women, or Sleep, or Music, or all these together, will put it out of their Remembrance. cc cs pix av vmb, d n1, cc n2, cc vvb, cc n1, cc d d av, vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f po32 n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 154 Page 184
931 Prosperity is a weapon, which hardly one in Ten Thousand hath ever known how to wield. No not Solomon the wise, in a state of Grace; no nor Adam the uncorrupt, in a state of Innocence; no nor Lucifer the Beatified, in a state of Glory. They that have so much Peace without, as to beget a stupefaction, call'd Peace within, who live at ease in their Possessions, and have a great Friendship with the World, will be rather lifted up, like the men of Ephraim, or fall a kicking, like Iesurun, or stretch themselves upon their Couches and drink Wine in Bowls, like the wantons in Zion of whom we read in the Prophet Amos, than let it enter into their Thoughts, That the Feet of those Darlings do lead to Death, Prosperity is a weapon, which hardly one in Ten Thousand hath ever known how to wield. No not Solomon the wise, in a state of Grace; not nor Adam the uncorrupt, in a state of Innocence; not nor Lucifer the Beatified, in a state of Glory. They that have so much Peace without, as to beget a stupefaction, called Peace within, who live At ease in their Possessions, and have a great Friendship with the World, will be rather lifted up, like the men of Ephraim, or fallen a kicking, like Jeshurun, or stretch themselves upon their Couches and drink Wine in Bowls, like the wantons in Zion of whom we read in the Prophet Amos, than let it enter into their Thoughts, That the Feet of those Darlings do led to Death, n1 vbz dt n1, r-crq av crd p-acp crd crd vhz av vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi. dx xx np1 dt j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; xx ccx np1 dt j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; xx ccx np1 dt vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns32 d vhb av d n1 p-acp, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvn n1 a-acp, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi av-c vvd a-acp, av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt j-vvg, av-j vvi, cc vvb px32 p-acp po32 n2 cc vvi n1 p-acp n2, av-j dt n1 p-acp np1 pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, cs vvb pn31 vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst dt n2 pp-f d n2-jn vdb vvi p-acp n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 154 Page 185
932 and that their Hands take hold of Hell. They will be otherways employ'd, than in contriving how to stand in the Day of wrath, or in studying what to do, that they may be sav'd? and that their Hands take hold of Hell. They will be otherways employed, than in contriving how to stand in the Day of wrath, or in studying what to do, that they may be saved? cc cst po32 n2 vvb vvb pp-f n1. pns32 vmb vbi av vvd, cs p-acp vvg c-crq pc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp vvg r-crq pc-acp vdi, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 154 Page 185
933 It concerns us therefore to pray, with the Poenitent Emperour Mauritius, That God will use us as he did here the frighted Iailour of Philippi, even terrifie and scare us out of our carnal Security, (into which our successes are apt to cast us,) and awaken us into a sense of the great Concernment of our Souls. That he will fetch us unto Himself, although it be by the sharpest and dreadful'st Methods. That he will use us as severely, It concerns us Therefore to pray, with the Penitent Emperor Mauritius, That God will use us as he did Here the frighted Jailor of Philippi, even terrify and scare us out of our carnal Security, (into which our Successes Are apt to cast us,) and awaken us into a sense of the great Concernment of our Souls. That he will fetch us unto Himself, although it be by the Sharpest and Dreadfullest Methods. That he will use us as severely, pn31 vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j-jn n1 np1, cst np1 vmb vvi pno12 c-acp pns31 vdd av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, j vvi cc vvb pno12 av pp-f po12 j n1, (p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12,) cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2. cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp px31, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt js cc js n2. cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp av-j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 186
934 as once he did Nebuchadnezzar; even drive us from the Comforts of Human Society and Converse, And give us our Dwelling with the Beasts of the Field: as once he did Nebuchadnezzar; even drive us from the Comforts of Human Society and Converse, And give us our Dwelling with the Beasts of the Field: c-acp a-acp pns31 vdd np1; av vvb pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc vvb pno12 po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 186
935 That he will make us eat Grass as an Herd of Oxen, and let our Bodies be wet with the Dew of Heaven; That he will make us eat Grass as an Heard of Oxen, and let our Bodies be wet with the Due of Heaven; cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvb po12 n2 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 186
936 until we come to consider, as well as know, That the most high God ruleth in the Kingdoms of men, And that the great year of Recompence will shortly come, until we come to Consider, as well as know, That the most high God Ruleth in the Kingdoms of men, And that the great year of Recompense will shortly come, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp vvb, c-acp av c-acp vvb, cst dt av-ds j np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc d dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-j vvi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 186
937 when he will put a vast difference between the Wheat and the Chaff, taking the one into his Garner, and burning up the other with Fire unquenchable. when he will put a vast difference between the Wheat and the Chaff, taking the one into his Garner, and burning up the other with Fire unquenchable. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vvg dt crd p-acp po31 np1, cc vvg a-acp dt j-jn p-acp n1 j. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 186
938 If after all his fair warnings both by his Prophets and by his Rod, after his shaking the very Foundations both of a Kingdom and of a Church, (as here he shook Those of the Jailour's Prison, ) And now if after his shooting at us, not only with his venom'd, but invisible Arrow, the Plague of Pestilence, we are not quicken'd into a sense of our Sin and Misery, It is but high time to pray for what we most of all deprecate; That to the end we our selves may be some way better'd, He will make a much worse thing happen to us. If After all his fair Warnings both by his prophets and by his Rod, After his shaking the very Foundations both of a Kingdom and of a Church, (as Here he shook Those of the Jailor's Prison,) And now if After his shooting At us, not only with his venomed, but invisible Arrow, the Plague of Pestilence, we Are not quickened into a sense of our since and Misery, It is but high time to pray for what we most of all deprecate; That to the end we our selves may be Some Way bettered, He will make a much Worse thing happen to us. cs p-acp d po31 j n2 av-d p-acp po31 n2 cc p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 vvg dt j n2 d pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1, (c-acp av pns31 vvd d pp-f dt ng1 n1,) cc av cs p-acp po31 vvg p-acp pno12, xx av-j p-acp po31 vvd, p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 ds pp-f d j; cst p-acp dt n1 pns12 po12 n2 vmb vbi d n1 vvn, pns31 vmb vvi dt d jc n1 vvi p-acp pno12. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 187
939 That He will make us as the NONLATINALPHABET, the Dung, and Refuse of the Earth. That he will load us at once with Disgrace and Torment, whilst from the Pleasures, and the Plenty, he reduces us to the Beggary and Byles of Iob. That he will do to us in Mercy, what St. Paul decreed in Iustice to his Incestuous Corinthian; even deliver us up to Satan for the Destruction of the Flesh, that our Spirits may be saved in the Day of the Lord Iesus. That He will make us as the, the Dung, and Refuse of the Earth. That he will load us At once with Disgrace and Torment, while from the Pleasures, and the Plenty, he reduces us to the Beggary and Byles of Job That he will do to us in Mercy, what Saint Paul decreed in justice to his Incestuous Corinthian; even deliver us up to Satan for the Destruction of the Flesh, that our Spirits may be saved in the Day of the Lord Iesus. cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt, dt n1, cc vvb pp-f dt n1. cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvb, cs p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc np1 pp-f zz cst pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, r-crq n1 np1 vvn p-acp ng1 p-acp po31 j jp; av vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 187
940 That finding This to be a cruel, and an inhospitable World, we may live in it as Pilgrims and Sojourners on the Earth. That finding This to be a cruel, and an inhospitable World, we may live in it as Pilgrim's and Sojourners on the Earth. cst vvg d pc-acp vbi dt j, cc dt j n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 187
941 That our weariness of This, may make us long and look out for a better Country. That our weariness of This, may make us long and look out for a better Country. cst po12 n1 pp-f d, vmb vvi pno12 av-j cc vvb av p-acp dt jc n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 187
942 That being brought to the Extremity of lying with Lazarus and the Dogs at the Rich man's Door, we may be thereby instructed, if not compell'd to cast about, That being brought to the Extremity of lying with Lazarus and the Dogs At the Rich Man's Door, we may be thereby instructed, if not compelled to cast about, cst vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 cc dt n2 p-acp dt j ng1 n1, pns12 vmb vbi av vvn, cs xx vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 187
943 how we may lodge also with Lazarus in Abraham 's Bosom. This, I say, is our Interest, and so it should be our option, Therefore our wish and our Contrivance, and by Consequence our Prayer, That if we cannot be brought to God but by the Buffettings of Satan, nor be made in love with Heaven without a Foretast of Hell, (which hath been to most Patients the wholsom'st Med'cin, ) that then he will make our very Torments a means of Bliss; that he will make our very Destroyer become an Instrument of our Safety, and even give us up to Satan, to deliver us from him. how we may lodge also with Lazarus in Abraham is Bosom. This, I say, is our Interest, and so it should be our option, Therefore our wish and our Contrivance, and by Consequence our Prayer, That if we cannot be brought to God but by the Buffetings of Satan, nor be made in love with Heaven without a Foretaste of Hell, (which hath been to most Patients the Wholesomest Med'cin,) that then he will make our very Torments a means of Bliss; that he will make our very Destroyer become an Instrument of our Safety, and even give us up to Satan, to deliver us from him. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vbz n1. d, pns11 vvb, vbz po12 n1, cc av pn31 vmd vbi po12 n1, av po12 vvb cc po12 n1, cc p-acp n1 po12 n1, cst cs pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc-acp p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, ccx vbi vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, (r-crq vhz vbn p-acp ds n2 dt js n1,) cst cs pns31 vmb vvi po12 j vvz dt n2 pp-f n1; cst pns31 vmb vvi po12 j n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc j vvb pno12 p-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pno31. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 188
944 That he will bless us with the Miseries of a sinful World; That he will bless us with the Misery's of a sinful World; cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f dt j n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 188
945 and wean us utterly from the Flesh, by making it loathsom to our Remembrance. For That God who at the first commanded Light out of Darkness, and an Harmony of Creatures out of an indigested Chaos, can by the same creative Power, and wean us utterly from the Flesh, by making it loathsome to our Remembrance. For That God who At the First commanded Light out of Darkness, and an Harmony of Creatures out of an indigested Chaos, can by the same creative Power, cc vvb pno12 av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pn31 j p-acp po12 n1. p-acp cst np1 r-crq p-acp dt ord vvd n1 av pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f dt j n1, vmb p-acp dt d j n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 188
946 so over-rule and dispose of our three Grand Enemies, the World, the Flesh, and the Devil, as to make them three Antidotes against the Venom of Themselves. To give an Instance in each of These; so overrule and dispose of our three Grand Enemies, the World, the Flesh, and the devil, as to make them three Antidotes against the Venom of Themselves. To give an Instance in each of These; av vvi cc vvi pp-f po12 crd j n2, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f px32. pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d pp-f d; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 188
947 The terrible Buffettings and Roarings of the Lyon or the Dragon, (that is the Devil, ) are made an excellent kind of Antidote against the serpentine Wiles and Allurements of him. The terrible Buffetings and Roarings of the lion or the Dragon, (that is the devil,) Are made an excellent kind of Antidote against the serpentine Wiles and Allurements of him. dt j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, (cst vbz dt n1,) vbr vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pno31. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 188
948 The many Deceiptfulnesses and Frauds and cruel Usages of the World, do make the fittest Prophylactick against its Vanities and its Pomps. The natural rottenness and stench, and noysom Diseases of the Flesh, become the best NONLATINALPHABET against its Lusts. Just as the Bitings of the Scorpion are said to be cured by the skin; or as the Fire of the Chymist in Spirits of Wine, is most anodynous, and asswaging, to whosoever hath been burned, or scalded with it. The many Deceiptfulnesses and Frauds and cruel Usages of the World, do make the Fittest Prophylactic against its Vanities and its Pomps. The natural rottenness and stench, and noisome Diseases of the Flesh, become the best against its Lusts. Just as the Bitings of the Scorpion Are said to be cured by the skin; or as the Fire of the Chemist in Spirits of Wine, is most anodynous, and assuaging, to whosoever hath been burned, or scalded with it. dt d n2 cc n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, vdb vvi dt js n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2. dt j n1 cc n1, cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt js p-acp po31 np1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vbz ds j, cc vvg, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc vvn p-acp pn31. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 189
949 Or as the Root Mandihoca, though of it self a rank Poyson, does (with no greater praeparation than that of its being well press't, ) afford a Meal to make Bread for many great Nations in America. And shall we not pray that by any means, (be they never so pungent ) by any Method, (be it never so sharp ) we may be made to perform our Vow in Baptism, by forsaking the Devil and all his works, the Pomps and Vanities of the World, with the sinful Lusts of the Flesh? If hardly any thing but Shipwracks will make us pray, we are deeply concern'd to pray for Shipwracks. If we are grown so Atheistical, as not to cry out to God and the Lord Iesus Christ, but in a Fit of the Strangury, or the Stone; well may we pray for such Fits, as St. Basil once did for a Relapse into his Feaver, as soon as he found his Soul the worse for the Recovery of his Body. If nothing but Dangers can keep us safe, (as indeed all Dangers contribute to it, Or as the Root Mandihoca, though of it self a rank Poison, does (with no greater preparation than that of its being well pressed,) afford a Meal to make Bred for many great nations in America. And shall we not pray that by any means, (be they never so pungent) by any Method, (be it never so sharp) we may be made to perform our Voelli in Baptism, by forsaking the devil and all his works, the Pomps and Vanities of the World, with the sinful Lustiest of the Flesh? If hardly any thing but shipwrecks will make us pray, we Are deeply concerned to pray for shipwrecks. If we Are grown so Atheistical, as not to cry out to God and the Lord Iesus christ, but in a Fit of the Strangury, or the Stone; well may we pray for such Fits, as Saint Basil once did for a Relapse into his Fever, as soon as he found his Soul the Worse for the Recovery of his Body. If nothing but Dangers can keep us safe, (as indeed all Dangers contribute to it, cc c-acp dt n1 np1, c-acp pp-f pn31 n1 dt j n1, vdz (p-acp av-dx jc n1 cs d pp-f po31 vbg av vvn,) vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp np1. cc vmb pns12 xx vvi cst p-acp d n2, (vbi pns32 av-x av j) p-acp d n1, (vbi pn31 av-x av j) pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc d po31 vvz, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j vvz pp-f dt n1? cs av d n1 p-acp n2 vmb vvi pno12 vvi, pns12 vbr av-jn vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n2. cs pns12 vbr vvn av j, c-acp xx p-acp vvb av p-acp np1 cc dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1; av vmb pns12 vvb p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 np1 a-acp vdd p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cs pix cc-acp n2 vmb vvi pno12 j, (c-acp av d n2 vvi p-acp pn31, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 190
950 unless the Danger of Security be of the number) we have most reason to fear, what we commonly most affect, such a full flowing Tide of Good Things here, as made our Saviour 's Description of Dives his Heaven upon Earth. If we find in our selves that Scriptural Character of a Bastard, a being suffer'd to live in Sin without the chastisement of Sons, we well may wish for those Terrors which take so much from our Felicities, unless the Danger of Security be of the number) we have most reason to Fear, what we commonly most affect, such a full flowing Tide of Good Things Here, as made our Saviour is Description of Dives his Heaven upon Earth. If we find in our selves that Scriptural Character of a Bastard, a being suffered to live in since without the chastisement of Sons, we well may wish for those Terrors which take so much from our Felicities, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb pp-f dt n1) pns12 vhb av-ds n1 p-acp vvb, r-crq pns12 av-j av-ds vvb, d dt j j-vvg n1 pp-f j n2 av, a-acp vvd po12 n1 vbz n1 pp-f vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1. cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, av vbg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns12 av vmb vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb av av-d p-acp po12 n2, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 190
951 as to give us good hope that we may be Sons. as to give us good hope that we may be Sons. c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 j vvb cst pns12 vmb vbb n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 155 Page 190
952 We can never better discern the great Advantages coming to us by Frights and Terrors, (such as These in my Text,) than by reflecting upon them in some Examples. We can never better discern the great Advantages coming to us by Frights and Terrors, (such as These in my Text,) than by reflecting upon them in Some Examples. pns12 vmb av-x vvi vvi dt j n2 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp vvz cc n2, (d c-acp d p-acp po11 n1,) cs p-acp vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 190
953 When God himself would gain Reverence both to his Majesty and his Law, and beget in his People a fear to break it, it pleas'd his Wisdom to deliver it with many Circumstances of Terror; even with Thundring and Lightning, with Fire and Tempest, with the sound of a Trumpet, and the voice of words, which voice was so terrible, that they who heard it intreated they might not hear it any more. When God himself would gain reverence both to his Majesty and his Law, and beget in his People a Fear to break it, it pleased his Wisdom to deliver it with many circumstances of Terror; even with Thundering and Lightning, with Fire and Tempest, with the found of a Trumpet, and the voice of words, which voice was so terrible, that they who herd it entreated they might not hear it any more. c-crq np1 px31 vmd vvi vvi av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 dt vvb p-acp vvb pn31, pn31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; av p-acp j-vvg cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq n1 vbds av j, cst pns32 r-crq vvd pn31 vvd pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 av-d av-dc. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 191
954 And so terrible was the sight, that Moses said, I exceedingly fear and quake, (Heb. 12. 18, 19, 20.) And St. Paul having premis'd a NONLATINALPHABET, we must all appear before the Iudgment-seat of God, does presently add thereupon an NONLATINALPHABET, Knowing therefore the Terrors of the Lord we persuade men. And so terrible was the sighed, that Moses said, I exceedingly Fear and quake, (Hebrew 12. 18, 19, 20.) And Saint Paul having premised a, we must all appear before the Judgment seat of God, does presently add thereupon an, Knowing Therefore the Terrors of the Lord we persuade men. cc av j vbds dt n1, cst np1 vvd, pns11 av-vvg vvi cc vvi, (np1 crd crd, crd, crd) cc n1 np1 vhg vvn dt, pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz av-j vvb av dt, vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 191
955 Which is as if he should have said, That the Due Consideration of a Iudgment to come should be the strongest of all Incitements to the Amendment of our Lives. This in reason should prevail, Which is as if he should have said, That the Due Consideration of a Judgement to come should be the Strongest of all Incitements to the Amendment of our Lives. This in reason should prevail, r-crq vbz p-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi vmd vbi dt js pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvz. d p-acp n1 vmd vvi, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 191
956 when all things else are ineffectual. Nor does any thing more dispose us for such a sad consideration, when all things Else Are ineffectual. Nor does any thing more dispose us for such a sad consideration, c-crq d n2 av vbr j. ccx vdz d n1 dc vvb pno12 p-acp d dt j n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 191
957 than the happy Interruptions of our Prosperity. David boasted in his Prosperity, He should never be removed, Psal. 30. 6. But when God hid his Face, it presently follows, that he was troubled, v. 7. Then he cried unto the Lord, and piously made his Supplication, v. 8. Just so it was with the whole People Israel. The more they were compass'd about with Blessings, they presently sinn'd so much the more, (Psal. 78. 17.) But when he slew them, they sought him, and inquired early after God, (v. 34.) Nor was it otherwise in the Times of the Prophet Ieremy, and Amos; Wo be to them that are at ease in Zion, (Amos 6. 1.) For they put far off the evil Day, (v. 3.) But in the Time of their Trouble, men are ready to say, Arise, than the happy Interruptions of our Prosperity. David boasted in his Prosperity, He should never be removed, Psalm 30. 6. But when God hid his Face, it presently follows, that he was troubled, v. 7. Then he cried unto the Lord, and piously made his Supplication, v. 8. Just so it was with the Whole People Israel. The more they were compassed about with Blessings, they presently sinned so much the more, (Psalm 78. 17.) But when he slew them, they sought him, and inquired early After God, (v. 34.) Nor was it otherwise in the Times of the Prophet Ieremy, and Amos; Woe be to them that Are At ease in Zion, (Amos 6. 1.) For they put Far off the evil Day, (v. 3.) But in the Time of their Trouble, men Are ready to say, Arise, cs dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1. np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd av-x vbi vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp q-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, pn31 av-j vvz, cst pns31 vbds vvn, n1 crd av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvd po31 n1, n1 crd j av pn31 vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1 np1. dt av-dc pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp n2, pns32 av-j vvn av av-d dt av-dc, (np1 crd crd) cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, pns32 vvd pno31, cc vvd av-j p-acp np1, (n1 crd) ccx vbds pn31 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc np1; n1 vbb p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (np1 crd crd) c-acp pns32 vvd av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (n1 crd) p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, vvb, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 192
958 and save us, Jer. 2. 27. Exactly thus it was with the very Disciples of our Lord. and save us, Jer. 2. 27. Exactly thus it was with the very Disciples of our Lord. cc vvb pno12, np1 crd crd av-j av pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 192
959 For whilst all was well with them, and that their Ship injoy'd a Calm, Their Blessed Master was asleep, and They as perfectly secure, as if his Eye had been watching over them. For while all was well with them, and that their Ship enjoyed a Cam, Their Blessed Master was asleep, and They as perfectly secure, as if his Eye had been watching over them. p-acp cs d vbds av p-acp pno32, cc cst po32 vvi vvd dt j-jn, po32 j-vvn n1 vbds j, cc pns32 p-acp av-j vvi, c-acp cs po31 vvb vhd vbn vvg p-acp pno32. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 192
960 But behold a great Tempest, which made the Sea cover the Ship, made them also cry out, and awake their Master out of his sleep, with a NONLATINALPHABET, Lord save us, we perish. 'Tis true indeed they so spake of a meer Temporal Destruction; But behold a great Tempest, which made the Sea cover the Ship, made them also cry out, and awake their Master out of his sleep, with a, Lord save us, we perish. It's true indeed they so spoke of a mere Temporal Destruction; p-acp vvb dt j n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 vvi dt n1, vvd pno32 av vvb av, cc j po32 n1 av pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt, n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb. pn31|vbz j av pns32 av vvd pp-f dt j j n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 192
961 And of That they spake too from a Panick Fear. But how many in the World do hardly come to [ Lord save us, or what must we do that we may be sav'd, ] until they are like the poor Syrian, just ready to perish? Yet even This becomes an Argument to prove the Danger of our Felicities, and the benefit growing to us from seeing the Terrors of the Lord, That They who are Scoffers at Religion during the Time of their Health and Plenty, are universally on their Death-Beds of the Religion of the Clinicks; and being brought down to the Brink of Hell, will commonly lift up their Hands and their Eyes to Heaven; crying out in the language, though not in the Spirit of Christ's Disciples, Lord save us we perish. And of That they spoke too from a Panic fear. But how many in the World do hardly come to [ Lord save us, or what must we do that we may be saved, ] until they Are like the poor Syrian, just ready to perish? Yet even This becomes an Argument to prove the Danger of our Felicities, and the benefit growing to us from seeing the Terrors of the Lord, That They who Are Scoffers At Religion during the Time of their Health and Plenty, Are universally on their Death-Beds of the Religion of the Clinics; and being brought down to the Brink of Hell, will commonly lift up their Hands and their Eyes to Heaven; crying out in the language, though not in the Spirit of Christ's Disciples, Lord save us we perish. cc pp-f cst pns32 vvd av p-acp dt n1 n1. cc-acp c-crq d p-acp dt n1 vdb av vvi pc-acp [ n1 p-acp pno12, cc r-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn, ] c-acp pns32 vbr av-j dt j jp, av j pc-acp vvi? av av d vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 r-crq vbr n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, vbr av-j p-acp po32 n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2; cc vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av-j vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc po32 n2 p-acp n1; vvg av p-acp dt n1, c-acp xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, n1 p-acp pno12 pns12 vvi. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 193
962 And sometimes too, (although very seldom) not only in the language, but in the sense and syncerity of the poor Seeker in my Text, what must we do that we may be sav'd? Belshazzar had not in all his Life so much as a Fit of true Devotion, And sometime too, (although very seldom) not only in the language, but in the sense and sincerity of the poor Seeker in my Text, what must we do that we may be saved? Belshazzar had not in all his Life so much as a Fit of true Devotion, cc av av, (cs av av) xx av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1 p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn? np1 vhd xx p-acp d po31 n1 av av-d c-acp dt j pp-f j n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 193
963 until the fingers of a man's Hand coming forth out of a wall of their own accord, (or invisibly helpt by an hand from Heaven, ) and setting his Judgment before his Eyes in Mene Tekel upharsin, had even loosed the Ioynts of his Loins and Knees, and together with his Countenance had chang'd his Heart too. until the fingers of a Man's Hand coming forth out of a wall of their own accord, (or invisibly helped by an hand from Heaven,) and setting his Judgement before his Eyes in Mean Tekel Upharsin, had even loosed the Joints of his Loins and Knees, and together with his Countenance had changed his Heart too. c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvg av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1,) cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 np1 n1, vhd av vvd dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, cc av p-acp po31 vvi vhd vvn po31 n1 av. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 193
964 And (to conclude with That Instance which is afforded out of the Text, as being That that gave Occasion to all the rest) we see the Iailour of Philippi was never truly in his wits, until thus frighted. Until the Miracle of the Earthquake had struck his Prison into a Palsie, and Himself into a Trembling, it never entred into his Thoughts, what should become of him hereafter. But when he saw by signs and wonders which fill'd him with Ecstasie and Astonishment, That there was Punishment for the Wicked, Reward for the Righteous, And (to conclude with That Instance which is afforded out of the Text, as being That that gave Occasion to all the rest) we see the Jailor of Philippi was never truly in his wits, until thus frighted. Until the Miracle of the Earthquake had struck his Prison into a Palsy, and Himself into a Trembling, it never entered into his Thoughts, what should become of him hereafter. But when he saw by Signs and wonders which filled him with Ecstasy and Astonishment, That there was Punishment for the Wicked, Reward for the Righteous, cc (pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1, c-acp vbg d cst vvd n1 p-acp d dt n1) pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-x av-j p-acp po31 n2, c-acp av vvn. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc px31 p-acp dt vvg, pn31 av-x vvd p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vmd vvi pp-f pno31 av. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2 cc vvz r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst a-acp vbds n1 p-acp dt j, vvb p-acp dt j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 194
965 and a God that judgeth the Earth, and Quite another kind of God than what He had hitherto adored; A God that could bow down the Heavens, and make the Earth become Quaker; A God that gave Light to the blackest Dungeon, shook the Prison by its Foundations, conveighed Liberty to the Captives, and fill'd the Hearts of the Despised with unspeakable Ioy in the Holy Ghost; and a God that Judgeth the Earth, and Quite Another kind of God than what He had hitherto adored; A God that could bow down the Heavens, and make the Earth become Quaker; A God that gave Light to the Blackest Dungeon, shook the Prison by its Foundations, conveyed Liberty to the Captives, and filled the Hearts of the Despised with unspeakable Joy in the Holy Ghost; cc dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, cc av j-jn n1 pp-f np1 cs q-crq pns31 vhd av vvn; dt np1 cst vmd vvi a-acp dt n2, cc vvi dt n1 vvb np1; dt np1 cst vvd j p-acp dt js-jn n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvd n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, cc vvn dt n2 pp-f dt vvd p-acp j vvb p-acp dt j n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 194
966 He very easily inferr'd, that they had hitherto been but Idols, which he had paid Devotion to; He very Easily inferred, that they had hitherto been but Idols, which he had paid Devotion to; pns31 av av-j vvn, cst pns32 vhd av vbn p-acp n2, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 194
967 and That in requital of his Idolatries, he was lyable to the wrath of the only True God: That Paul and Silas were apparently two of his Emissaries or Heraulds, as might be gather'd from the Miracles which had been wrought for their sakes: That They by consequence could inform him, touching the means of his Escape: And therefore instantly he resolv'd to lay himself at their Feet, (though They were Pris'ners of the Dungeon, and He the Master of the House, ) saying, NONLATINALPHABET, Sirs, (so the English) or rather Masters and Lords, (so the Greek,) What must I do that I may be sav'd? And this does lead me from the End, to the proper Object of his Inquiry, and That in requital of his Idolatries, he was liable to the wrath of the only True God: That Paul and Silas were apparently two of his Emissaries or Heralds, as might be gathered from the Miracles which had been wrought for their sakes: That They by consequence could inform him, touching the means of his Escape: And Therefore instantly he resolved to lay himself At their Feet, (though They were Prisoners of the Dungeon, and He the Master of the House,) saying,, Sirs, (so the English) or rather Masters and lords, (so the Greek,) What must I do that I may be saved? And this does led me from the End, to the proper Object of his Inquiry, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j j np1: cst np1 cc np1 vbdr av-j crd pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, c-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp po32 n2: cst pns32 p-acp n1 vmd vvi pno31, vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 vvi: cc av av-jn pns31 vvd p-acp vvb px31 p-acp po32 n2, (c-acp pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) vvg,, n2, (av dt jp) cc av-c n2 cc n2, (av dt jp,) q-crq vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? cc d vdz vvi pno11 p-acp dt vvb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 195
968 or the Means inquired after for its Attainment. The second Part of my Division, and now in order to be consider'd. or the Means inquired After for its Attainment. The second Part of my Division, and now in order to be considered. cc dt n2 vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n1. dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 156 Page 195
969 The End of the Inquiry being Future, and Invisible, is only the object of our Thoughts, or at the most of our Desires. But the Means of its Attainment, are (as I noted) here imply'd to consist in Practice. And therefore This is That part, whereof the most of Mankind can least indure the Consideration. The End of the Inquiry being Future, and Invisible, is only the Object of our Thoughts, or At the most of our Desires. But the Means of its Attainment, Are (as I noted) Here implied to consist in Practice. And Therefore This is That part, whereof the most of Mankind can least endure the Consideration. dt vvb pp-f dt n1 vbg j-jn, cc j, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc p-acp dt av-ds pp-f po12 vvz. p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr (c-acp pns11 vvd) av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. cc av d vbz cst n1, c-crq dt ds pp-f n1 vmb av-ds vvi dt n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 195
970 Of the few who are concern'd to wish and supplicate for the End, fewer yet are contented to trouble themselves about the Means. They will readily ask, that they may be sav'd; Of the few who Are concerned to wish and supplicate for the End, fewer yet Are contented to trouble themselves about the Means. They will readily ask, that they may be saved; pp-f dt d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp vvb cc j p-acp dt vvb, d av vbr vvn pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n2. pns32 vmb av-j vvi, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 195
971 But not so readily inquire, what they must do that they may be sav'd. But not so readily inquire, what they must do that they may be saved. cc-acp xx av av-j vvi, r-crq pns32 vmb vdi cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 195
972 For should they ask what they must do, they are afraid it would be answer'd, That they must cease to do evil, and learn to do good; For should they ask what they must do, they Are afraid it would be answered, That they must cease to do evil, and Learn to do good; p-acp vmd pns32 vvi r-crq pns32 vmb vdi, pns32 vbr j pn31 vmd vbi vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc vvb pc-acp vdi j; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 195
973 That they must seek Iudgment, relieve the Oppressed, help the Fatherless, and plead for the Widow. That they must seek Judgement, relieve the Oppressed, help the Fatherless, and plead for the Widow. cst pns32 vmb vvi n1, vvb dt j-vvn, vvb dt j, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
974 That they must mortifie the Flesh with the Affections and Lusts. That they must crucifie the world unto themselves, and themselves unto the world. That they must mortify the Flesh with the Affections and Lusts. That they must crucify the world unto themselves, and themselves unto the world. cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc np1 cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp px32, cc px32 p-acp dt n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
975 That if an Eye, or a Hand, or a Foot offend them, they must pluck out the one, and cut off the other. That if an Eye, or a Hand, or a Foot offend them, they must pluck out the one, and Cut off the other. cst cs dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 vvi pno32, pns32 vmb vvi av dt pi, cc vvd a-acp dt n-jn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
976 That they must not take any thought for the morrow, but sell all they have, and give it to the Poor; That they must not take any Thought for the morrow, but fell all they have, and give it to the Poor; cst pns32 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb d pns32 vhb, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt j; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
977 deny themselves, take up Christ's Cross, and follow him. deny themselves, take up Christ's Cross, and follow him. vvb px32, vvb a-acp npg1 n1, cc vvi pno31. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
978 They will be sav'd with all their hearts, provided it may be gratis, either upon none, or on easy Terms: They will be saved with all their hearts, provided it may be gratis, either upon none, or on easy Terms: pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d po32 n2, vvd pn31 vmb vbi av, d p-acp pix, cc p-acp j n2: (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
979 But dare not ask what they must do, with a serious purpose to be doing whatsoever shall be answer'd to be a Requisite to Salvation, for fear the answer should be harder, But Dare not ask what they must do, with a serious purpose to be doing whatsoever shall be answered to be a Requisite to Salvation, for Fear the answer should be harder, cc-acp vvb xx vvi r-crq pns32 vmb vdi, p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vdg r-crq vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt j p-acp n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 vmd vbi jc, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
980 than they are able to indure. As That they must hate their own Lives, and Love their Enemies. than they Are able to endure. As That they must hate their own Lives, and Love their Enemies. cs pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi. p-acp d pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n2, cc vvi po32 n2. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
981 That they must fast as well as pray, but feed their Enemies when they hunger. That they must turn the right Cheek to him that strikes them on the left. That they must fast as well as pray, but feed their Enemies when they hunger. That they must turn the right Cheek to him that strikes them on the left. cst pns32 vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp vvb, cc-acp vvb po32 n2 c-crq pns32 n1. cst pns32 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno32 p-acp dt j. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
982 That when they are persecuted and rail'd at, they must not only rejoyce, but leap for Ioy. That they must pray without ceasing, rejoyce evermore, That when they Are persecuted and railed At, they must not only rejoice, but leap for Joy That they must pray without ceasing, rejoice evermore, cst c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvd p-acp, pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb p-acp n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vvg, vvb av, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
983 and in every thing give Thanks. Make a Covenant with their Eyes, not to look upon a Maid; and in every thing give Thanks. Make a Covenant with their Eyes, not to look upon a Maid; cc p-acp d n1 vvi n2. vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 196
984 and abstain from all appearance of Evil. and abstain from all appearance of Evil. cc vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 157 Page 197
985 But now the Iailour in my Text, although he had hardly yet the knowledge, had the true Courage of a Christian. But now the Jailor in my Text, although he had hardly yet the knowledge, had the true Courage of a Christian. cc-acp av dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, cs pns31 vhd av av dt n1, vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt njp. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 158 Page 197
986 Upon Condition he might be sav'd, he did not care on what Terms. 'Tis true Salvation was the End, but the Means of its Attainment did make the Object of his Inquiry. Upon Condition he might be saved, he did not care on what Terms. It's true Salvation was the End, but the Means of its Attainment did make the Object of his Inquiry. p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp r-crq n2. pn31|vbz j n1 vbds dt vvb, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 158 Page 197
987 For he did not simply beg that he might be sav'd, as if he thought he might be sav'd ▪ without the least cooperation or any endeavour of his own; But as if he had concluded within himself, (as St. Augustin did some Ages after,) That God who made us without our selves, will never save us without our selves, He ask't how much he was to contribute towards the Means of his Salvation. For he did not simply beg that he might be saved, as if he Thought he might be saved ▪ without the least cooperation or any endeavour of his own; But as if he had concluded within himself, (as Saint Augustin did Some Ages After,) That God who made us without our selves, will never save us without our selves, He asked how much he was to contribute towards the Means of his Salvation. p-acp pns31 vdd xx av-j vvb cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, c-acp cs pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vbi vvn ▪ p-acp dt ds n1 cc d vvb pp-f po31 d; p-acp c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp px31, (c-acp n1 np1 vdd d n2 a-acp,) cst np1 r-crq vvd pno12 p-acp po12 n2, vmb av-x vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vvd c-crq d pns31 vbds p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 158 Page 197
988 And This he ask'd in such a manner, as to imply his being ready, to contribute whatsoever could be exacted. For he did not thus ask, What must I say? or what must I believe? what Opinions must I hold? or what Sect must I be of? what must I give? or whither must I go? but (in a manner which implyed all This, and more, ) NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET, what must I Do, that I may be sav'd? And This he asked in such a manner, as to imply his being ready, to contribute whatsoever could be exacted. For he did not thus ask, What must I say? or what must I believe? what Opinions must I hold? or what Sect must I be of? what must I give? or whither must I go? but (in a manner which employed all This, and more,), what must I Do, that I may be saved? cc d pns31 vvd p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 vbg j, pc-acp vvi r-crq vmd vbi vvn. c-acp pns31 vdd xx av vvb, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? cc r-crq vmb pns11 vvi? q-crq n2 vmb pns11 vvi? cc r-crq n1 vmb pns11 vbi pp-f? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? cc c-crq vmb pns11 vvi? p-acp (p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd d d, cc av-dc,), r-crq vmb pns11 vdb, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 158 Page 198
989 But though this is praise-worthy, 'tis very far from being enough. For 'tis one thing to ask, what things are to be done that we may be sav'd; But though this is praiseworthy, it's very Far from being enough. For it's one thing to ask, what things Are to be done that we may be saved; cc-acp cs d vbz j, pn31|vbz av av-j p-acp vbg av-d. p-acp pn31|vbz crd n1 p-acp vvb, r-crq n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vdn cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 198
990 and effectually to do them, is quite another. The wealthy Quaerist in the Gospel could easily ask what he should do, that he might inherit eternal Life; and effectually to do them, is quite Another. The wealthy Quaerist in the Gospel could Easily ask what he should do, that he might inherit Eternal Life; cc av-j pc-acp vdi pno32, vbz av j-jn. dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd av-j vvi r-crq pns31 vmd vdi, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 198
991 and as easily learn the Things ask't after: But when he was answer'd, that he must sell all he had, and give it to the poor, he could not so easily fall to practise what he had learnt, by putting the Precept in execution. So the Multitude of Jews could easily ask our Blessed Saviour, what they must do that they might work the work of God, Joh. 6. 28. But being told they must believe, that He was the Bread that came down from Heaven, Then NONLATINALPHABET they murmur'd, v. 41. nay they despised him for his Parentage, v. 42. It was an hard saying, v. 60. Nay so far they were from doing the work of God, who had so lately and so readily ask't him what they must do that they might work it; and as Easily Learn the Things asked After: But when he was answered, that he must fell all he had, and give it to the poor, he could not so Easily fallen to practise what he had learned, by putting the Precept in execution. So the Multitude of jews could Easily ask our Blessed Saviour, what they must do that they might work the work of God, John 6. 28. But being told they must believe, that He was the Bred that Come down from Heaven, Then they murmured, v. 41. nay they despised him for his Parentage, v. 42. It was an hard saying, v. 60. Nay so Far they were from doing the work of God, who had so lately and so readily asked him what they must do that they might work it; cc c-acp av-j vvi dt n2 vvd a-acp: cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, cst pns31 vmb vvi d pns31 vhd, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt j, pns31 vmd xx av av-j vvi p-acp vvb r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp n1. av dt n1 pp-f np2 vmd av-j vvb po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq pns32 vmb vdi cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp vbg vvn pns32 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1, av pns32 vvd, n1 crd uh-x pns32 vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd pn31 vbds dt j n-vvg, n1 crd uh-x av av-j pns32 vbdr p-acp vdg dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd av av-j cc av av-j vvd pno31 r-crq pns32 vmb vdi cst pns32 vmd vvi pn31; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 198
992 that from thence they drew back, and would no longer walk with him, v. 66. Such a peevishness there is in the minds of men, that though they love to be asking the Will of God, they cannot indure to be told it, much less to be employ'd in the Doing of it; no not though they are also told, that This alone is the Price at which Salvation is to be had. that from thence they drew back, and would no longer walk with him, v. 66. Such a peevishness there is in the minds of men, that though they love to be asking the Will of God, they cannot endure to be told it, much less to be employed in the Doing of it; no not though they Are also told, that This alone is the Price At which Salvation is to be had. cst p-acp av pns32 vvd av, cc vmd av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp pno31, n1 crd d dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi vvd pn31, d dc pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31; dx xx cs pns32 vbr av vvn, cst d j vbz dt vvb p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 199
993 Men may come to be baptiz'd, as the Multitude did to Iohn the Baptist, And yet may be at That Instant a generation of Vipers, Luke 3. 7. A Generation of Vipers, and yet have Abraham for their Father, v. 8. that is, their Father after the Flesh; In which respect God is able out of arrant Stocks and Stones to raise up Children unto Abraham. Men may come to be baptized, as the Multitude did to John the Baptist, And yet may be At That Instant a generation of Vipers, Lycia 3. 7. A Generation of Vipers, and yet have Abraham for their Father, v. 8. that is, their Father After the Flesh; In which respect God is able out of arrant Stocks and Stones to raise up Children unto Abraham. np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp np1 dt n1, cc av vmb vbi p-acp d j-jn dt n1 pp-f n2, av crd crd dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av vhb np1 p-acp po32 n1, n1 crd d vbz, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vbz j av pp-f j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp np1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 199
994 But when 'tis ask't what we must do, to be his Children after the Spirit; The Answer is, we must inherit at once the Faith and the Works of Abraham. And accordingly the Baptist did proportion his Directions to such as ask't them. But when it's asked what we must do, to be his Children After the Spirit; The Answer is, we must inherit At once the Faith and the Works of Abraham. And accordingly the Baptist did proportion his Directions to such as asked them. cc-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vvn r-crq pns12 vmb vdi, pc-acp vbi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1; dt n1 vbz, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp a-acp dt n1 cc dt vvz pp-f np1. cc av-vvg dt n1 vdd vvi po31 n2 p-acp d c-acp vvd pno32. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 199
995 He did not tell them what they must Teach, whereby to be Orthodox Professors; or what they must hold, whereby to be Orthodox Believers; But as they ask'd what they must do, so he told them those Things that were of necessity to be done. Begin not to say within your selves, we have Abraham to our Father, (for so have They who are Sons of Belial, ) But bring forth fruits worthy of Repentance, v. 8. If ye are Publicans, exact no more than is appointed you, v. 13. If ye are Soldiers, do violence to no man, He did not tell them what they must Teach, whereby to be Orthodox Professors; or what they must hold, whereby to be Orthodox Believers; But as they asked what they must do, so he told them those Things that were of necessity to be done. Begin not to say within your selves, we have Abraham to our Father, (for so have They who Are Sons of Belial,) But bring forth fruits worthy of Repentance, v. 8. If you Are Publicans, exact no more than is appointed you, v. 13. If you Are Soldiers, do violence to no man, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, c-crq pc-acp vbi n1 n2; cc r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, c-crq pc-acp vbi n1 n2; p-acp c-acp pns32 vvd r-crq pns32 vmb vdi, av pns31 vvd pno32 d n2 cst vbdr pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vdn. vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, pns12 vhb np1 pc-acp po12 n1, (c-acp av vhi pns32 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f np1,) p-acp vvb av n2 j pp-f n1, n1 crd cs pn22 vbr n2, vvb av-dx av-dc cs vbz vvn pn22, n1 crd cs pn22 vbr n2, vdb n1 p-acp dx n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 200
996 neither accuse any one falsly, and be content with your wages, v. 14. If ye are Christians of any Calling, Let him that hath two Coats impart to Him that hath none; neither accuse any one falsely, and be content with your wages, v. 14. If you Are Christians of any Calling, Let him that hath two Coats impart to Him that hath none; av-dx vvi d crd av-j, cc vbi j p-acp po22 n2, n1 crd cs pn22 vbr np1 pp-f d vvg, vvb pno31 cst vhz crd n2 vvi p-acp pno31 cst vhz pix; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 200
997 And He that hath Meat, let Him do likewise, v. 11. Still 'tis our Doing the things ask'd after, not our Asking what we must do, which is effectually the way to our being sav'd. And accordingly when 'tis said by the Apostle St. Iames, That Faith without Works is dead, And He that hath Meat, let Him do likewise, v. 11. Still it's our Doing the things asked After, not our Asking what we must do, which is effectually the Way to our being saved. And accordingly when it's said by the Apostle Saint James, That Faith without Works is dead, cc pns31 cst vhz n1, vvb pno31 vdi av, n1 crd j pn31|vbz po12 vdg dt n2 vvd a-acp, xx po12 vvg r-crq pns12 vmb vdi, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp po12 vbg vvn. cc av-vvg c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 np1, cst n1 p-acp vvz vbz j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 200
998 and nothing worth, It is intimated to us by that expression, That a Rectitude of Iudgment is nothing worth, and nothing worth, It is intimated to us by that expression, That a Rectitude of Judgement is nothing worth, cc pix j, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pix j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 200
999 but as it stands in conjunction with a like Rectitude of Life. As if our Faith, and our Knowledge, and good Professions, could amount unto no more than the meer Body of Religion, but as it Stands in conjunction with a like Rectitude of Life. As if our Faith, and our Knowledge, and good Professions, could amount unto no more than the mere Body of Religion, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. c-acp cs po12 n1, cc po12 n1, cc j n2, vmd vvi p-acp dx dc cs dt j n1 pp-f n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 200
1000 whilst the Soul that enlivens it is still the sanctity of our Actions. Thence a Good man is called, not an Hearer, or a Believer, But NONLATINALPHABET, a Doer of the Word, Jam. 1. 22, 23. And when it pleas'd our blessed Saviour to give a general Description (in the fifth Chapter of St. Iohn, ) as well of the Few that belong to Heaven, as of the Many that go to Hell, He did not give them their Characters from their being of this or that Country, of this or that Calling, of this or that Church, or Congregation, of this or that Faith (not to say Faction ) in Religion; while the Soul that enlivens it is still the sanctity of our Actions. Thence a Good man is called, not an Hearer, or a Believer, But, a Doer of the Word, Jam. 1. 22, 23. And when it pleased our blessed Saviour to give a general Description (in the fifth Chapter of Saint John,) as well of the Few that belong to Heaven, as of the Many that go to Hell, He did not give them their Characters from their being of this or that Country, of this or that Calling, of this or that Church, or Congregation, of this or that Faith (not to say Faction) in Religion; cs dt n1 cst vvz pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. av dt j n1 vbz vvn, xx dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc c-crq pn31 vvd po12 j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 (p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1,) c-acp av pp-f dt d cst vvb p-acp n1, c-acp pp-f dt d cst vvb p-acp n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f d cc cst n1, pp-f d cc cst vvg, pp-f d cc d n1, cc n1, pp-f d cc d n1 (xx pc-acp vvi n1) p-acp n1; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 201
1001 But only from their being qualified with such and such Practice, with such and such Works, with such and such Habits of Conversation. Our Saviours words are very plain, but (in my apprehension) of great Remarque, And such as being well consider'd would teach us how to pass a Iudgment (without any prejudice to our Charity ) touching the Safety, or the Danger, the unworthiness, or the worth, of our selves, or others. For when All that are in the Graves shall hear the voice of the Son of Man, But only from their being qualified with such and such Practice, with such and such Works, with such and such Habits of Conversation. Our Saviors words Are very plain, but (in my apprehension) of great Remark, And such as being well considered would teach us how to pass a Judgement (without any prejudice to our Charity) touching the Safety, or the Danger, the unworthiness, or the worth, of our selves, or Others. For when All that Are in the Graves shall hear the voice of the Son of Man, cc-acp av-j p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp d cc d vvi, p-acp d cc d vvz, p-acp d cc d n2 pp-f n1. po12 ng1 n2 vbr j j, p-acp (p-acp po11 n1) pp-f j n1, cc d c-acp vbg av vvn vmd vvi pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 (p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n1) vvg dt n1, cc dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j, pp-f po12 n2, cc n2-jn. c-acp c-crq d cst vbr p-acp dt n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 201
1002 and shall come forth, our Saviour adds both their Qualities, and the Ends of their coming forth, They that have done good shall infallibly come forth unto the Resurrection of Life, And They that have done evil, and shall come forth, our Saviour adds both their Qualities, and the Ends of their coming forth, They that have done good shall infallibly come forth unto the Resurrection of Life, And They that have done evil, cc vmb vvi av, po12 n1 vvz d po32 n2, cc dt vvz pp-f po32 vvg av, pns32 cst vhb vdn j vmb av-j vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 cst vhb vdn n-jn, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 201
1003 unto the Resurrection of Damnation, John 5. 29. Now certainly He who is the Saviour, can best of all tell us what belongs to Salvation, and to whom it does belong; who they are that must be saved, and what we must do that we may be sav'd. unto the Resurrection of Damnation, John 5. 29. Now Certainly He who is the Saviour, can best of all tell us what belongs to Salvation, and to whom it does belong; who they Are that must be saved, and what we must do that we may be saved. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd av av-j pns31 r-crq vbz dt n1, vmb av-js pp-f d vvb pns12 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vdz vvi; r-crq pns32 vbr cst vmb vbi vvn, cc r-crq pns12 vmb vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 202
1004 It is not meerly the priviledge of being received into the Church, and of being admitted to all her Publick Dispensations, but especially the Abstaining from so much evil, as would denominate Evil-Doers, and the Doing so much Good, as does denominate a Good and a Faithful Servant, by which a man hath just Ground to think himself in God's Favour, It is not merely the privilege of being received into the Church, and of being admitted to all her Public Dispensations, but especially the Abstaining from so much evil, as would denominate Evil-Doers, and the Doing so much Good, as does denominate a Good and a Faithful Servant, by which a man hath just Ground to think himself in God's Favour, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f vbg vvn p-acp d po31 j n2, p-acp av-j dt vvg p-acp av d n-jn, c-acp vmd vvi n2, cc dt vdg av av-d j, c-acp vdz vvi dt j cc dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz j n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp npg1 n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 202
1005 and that he is doing what he must do, that he may be sav'd. and that he is doing what he must do, that he may be saved. cc cst pns31 vbz vdg r-crq pns31 vmb vdi, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 159 Page 202
1006 And if this is the Exegesis of what is said by Paul and Silas, (and that by way of Answer to the Inquiry of the Iailour ) Believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, And if this is the Exegesis of what is said by Paul and Silas, (and that by Way of Answer to the Inquiry of the Jailor) Believe in the Lord Iesus christ, cc cs d vbz dt np1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 cc np1, (cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 202
1007 and thou shalt be sav'd, so as it cannot be understood concerning Faith without Works, but of such a Faith only as worketh by Love, and so fulfilleth the Law of Christ, (The proof and evidence of which we have in part seen already, and thou shalt be saved, so as it cannot be understood Concerning Faith without Works, but of such a Faith only as works by Love, and so fulfilleth the Law of christ, (The proof and evidence of which we have in part seen already, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, av c-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn vvg n1 p-acp vvz, p-acp pp-f d dt n1 av-j c-acp vvz p-acp n1, cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, (dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvn av, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 202
1008 and shall see more at large upon the next opportunity,) Then let us not so mistake the words in the next Verse after my Text, and shall see more At large upon the next opportunity,) Then let us not so mistake the words in the next Verse After my Text, cc vmb vvi av-dc p-acp j p-acp dt ord n1,) av vvb pno12 xx av vvb dt n2 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 202
1009 or take them so by the wrong handle, as to imply that Paul and Silas were but a Couple of Antinomians; Or that nothing is to be done as of necessity to Salvation, or take them so by the wrong handle, as to imply that Paul and Silas were but a Couple of Antinomians; Or that nothing is to be done as of necessity to Salvation, cc vvi pno32 av p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp vvb d np1 cc np1 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp2; cc cst pix vbz pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 203
1010 but barely to believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, (which being abstracted from obedience, is nothing better than Presumption; But rather let us work out our own Salvation, and let us do it with fear and trembling. Let us give all diligence, by adding to Faith Vertue, and one Vertue unto another, to make our Calling and Election sure. but barely to believe in the Lord Iesus christ, (which being abstracted from Obedience, is nothing better than Presumption; But rather let us work out our own Salvation, and let us do it with Fear and trembling. Let us give all diligence, by adding to Faith Virtue, and one Virtue unto Another, to make our Calling and Election sure. cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (r-crq vbg vvn p-acp n1, vbz pix jc cs n1; p-acp av-c vvb pno12 vvi av po12 d n1, cc vvb pno12 vdi pn31 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg. vvb pno12 vvi d n1, p-acp vvg p-acp n1 n1, cc crd n1 p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vvi po12 vvg cc n1 j. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 203
1011 Let us not look upon our selves as having already apprehended, or as being already made perfect, but forgetting those things that are behind, let us reach forth to those things that are before; Let us not look upon our selves as having already apprehended, or as being already made perfect, but forgetting those things that Are behind, let us reach forth to those things that Are before; vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-acp vhg av vvn, cc a-acp vbg av vvd j, p-acp vvg d n2 cst vbr a-acp, vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp d n2 cst vbr a-acp; (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 203
1012 ever pressing towards the Mark, for the Prize of the high Calling of God in Christ Iesus. ever pressing towards the Mark, for the Prize of the high Calling of God in christ Iesus. av vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 203
1013 And leading a life of Self-denials, by frequent watchings, and fastings, and other warrantable Austerities, which are found in holy Scripture to be fit Instances of Attrition, let us beat down our Bodies, and bring our Flesh into Subjection; if by any means we may attain to the Resurrection of the Dead, And leading a life of Self-denials, by frequent watchings, and Fastings, and other warrantable Austerities, which Are found in holy Scripture to be fit Instances of Attrition, let us beatrice down our Bodies, and bring our Flesh into Subjection; if by any means we may attain to the Resurrection of the Dead, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp j n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg, cc j-jn j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f n1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp n1; cs p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 203
1014 if by any means we may apprehend That, for which we are also apprehended of Christ Iesus. if by any means we may apprehend That, for which we Are also apprehended of christ Iesus. cs p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi cst, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn pp-f np1 np1. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 203
1015 That so when Time it self shall be lost into Eternity, and all days shall be ended in that one great Sabbath which never Ends, we may also lose our hopes, and our endeavours of being sav'd, into the ravishing experience and presence of it: That so when Time it self shall be lost into Eternity, and all days shall be ended in that one great Sabbath which never Ends, we may also loose our hope's, and our endeavours of being saved, into the ravishing experience and presence of it: cst av c-crq n1 pn31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd j n1 r-crq av-x vvz, pns12 vmb av vvi po12 n2, cc po12 n2 pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31: (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 204
1016 There with Angels and Arch-Angels, and with all the Company of Heaven, singing Hosannahs, and Halleluiahs, to Him that sitteth upon the Throne, There with Angels and Arch-Angels, and with all the Company of Heaven, singing Hosannahs, and Hallelujahs, to Him that Sitteth upon the Throne, a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg np1, cc n2, p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 204
1017 and unto the Lamb for ever more. and unto the Lamb for ever more. cc p-acp dt n1 c-acp av av-dc. (9) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 204
1018 A SHORT and EASY RESOLUTION Of the fore-mentioned ENQUIRY Borrowed from the Mouths of the Two Free-Pris'ners, Paul and Silas. A RESOLUTION OF THE INQUIRY FROM A Practical Belief. &c. ACTS XVI. 31. Believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. A SHORT and EASY RESOLUTION Of the forementioned ENQUIRY Borrowed from the Mouths of the Two Free-prisoners, Paul and Silas. A RESOLUTION OF THE INQUIRY FROM A Practical Belief. etc. ACTS XVI. 31. Believe in the Lord Iesus christ, and thou shalt be saved. dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt crd j, np1 cc np1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. av vvz np1. crd vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 160 Page 207
1019 § 1. THere are such shallownesses and depths too in this little short passage of the Waters of Life, (as I am prompted out of Scripture to call the Gospel, ) that I may say of this Rivulet, what St. Austin once spake of the whole Ocean of holy Writ, The tenderest Lamb may here wade, and the tallest Elephant may swim. It is a small Current of words, But such as opens and will ingage us in a full Sea of matter. A Sea as hospitable and easy, as That which is now call'd The Euxine, But yet as hazardous, and as difficult, if not as proverbial as The Aegaean; and so as famous for danger, as 'tis for safety. A Sea we all are to sail in, § 1. THere Are such shallowness and depths too in this little short passage of the Waters of Life, (as I am prompted out of Scripture to call the Gospel,) that I may say of this Rivulet, what Saint Austin once spoke of the Whole Ocean of holy Writ, The Tenderest Lamb may Here wade, and the Tallest Elephant may swim. It is a small Current of words, But such as Opens and will engage us in a full Sea of matter. A Sea as hospitable and easy, as That which is now called The Euxine, But yet as hazardous, and as difficult, if not as proverbial as The Aegean; and so as famous for danger, as it's for safety. A Sea we all Are to sail in, § crd pc-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 av p-acp d j j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (c-acp pns11 vbm vvn av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1,) cst pns11 vmb vvi pp-f d n1, r-crq n1 np1 a-acp vvd pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f j vvn, dt vv2 n1 vmb av vvi, cc dt js n1 vmb vvi. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d c-acp vvz cc vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 c-acp j cc j, p-acp cst r-crq vbz av vvn dt jp, p-acp av c-acp j, cc c-acp j, cs xx p-acp j c-acp dt jp; cc av c-acp j c-acp n1, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1. dt n1 pns12 d vbr p-acp vvb p-acp, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 161 Page 208
1020 if bound for Heaven; And yet for want of good steerage, How many Adventurers unaware have been imbark'd in it for Hell? and been even split upon the Rock of their own Salvation? The Antinomians, Fiduciaries, and Solifidians, (betwixt whom there is a nice, but a real Difference,) do not more differ in the ground, and the occasion of their Error, than they agree in the danger, and issue of it. if bound for Heaven; And yet for want of good steerage, How many Adventurers unaware have been embarked in it for Hell? and been even split upon the Rock of their own Salvation? The Antinomians, Fiduciaries, and Solifidians, (betwixt whom there is a Nicaenae, but a real Difference,) do not more differ in the ground, and the occasion of their Error, than they agree in the danger, and issue of it. cs vvn p-acp n1; cc av p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, c-crq d n2 av-j vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1? cc vbi j vvb p-acp dt vvb pp-f po32 d n1? dt njp2, n2-j, cc fw-la, (p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dt j, p-acp dt j n1,) vdb xx dc vvb p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 161 Page 208
1021 For making use of the literal against the rational Importance of many Scriptures, and blending many great Truths with the greatest Falshoods, (so as the latter do pass for currant by their vicinity with the former, ) they commonly reason within themselves in this following manner. For making use of the literal against the rational Importance of many Scriptures, and blending many great Truths with the greatest Falsehoods, (so as the latter do pass for currant by their vicinity with the former,) they commonly reason within themselves in this following manner. p-acp vvg n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cc vvg d j ng1 p-acp dt js n2, (av c-acp dt d vdb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j,) pns32 av-j vvb p-acp px32 p-acp d j-vvg n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 161 Page 208
1022 § 2. Sure we need not live so rigidly by Rules and Praecepts, as some Arminian and Legal Divines would have us. § 2. Sure we need not live so rigidly by Rules and Precepts, as Some Arminian and Legal Divines would have us. § crd j pns12 vvb xx vvi av av-j p-acp vvz cc n2, p-acp d np1 cc j vvz vmd vhi pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1023 For we are not under the Law, but under Grace. And we are justified by Faith ) without the Deeds of the Law. For we Are not under the Law, but under Grace. And we Are justified by Faith) without the deeds of the Law. p-acp pns12 vbr xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1024 Nor are we justified from some things, whilst we are answerable for others; but (as St. Paul taught at Antioch, where he is written to have preached Forgiveness of Sins, ) All that believe are justified from all Things, from which they could not be justified by the Law of Moses. Nor Are we justified from Some things, while we Are answerable for Others; but (as Saint Paul taught At Antioch, where he is written to have preached Forgiveness of Sins,) All that believe Are justified from all Things, from which they could not be justified by the Law of Moses. ccx vbr pns12 vvn p-acp d n2, cs pns12 vbr j p-acp n2-jn; p-acp (c-acp n1 np1 vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn n1 pp-f n2,) d cst vvb vbr vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1025 Then why should we busie our selves with Martha about many Things of little moment, Then why should we busy our selves with Martha about many Things of little moment, av q-crq vmd pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1026 when 'tis so easy for us with Mary to choose the One that is needful? for can any Thing be easier, when it's so easy for us with Marry to choose the One that is needful? for can any Thing be Easier, c-crq pn31|vbz av j p-acp pno12 p-acp uh p-acp vvb dt pi cst vbz j? c-acp vmb d n1 vbi jc, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1027 than to believe without doubting that Iesus is the Christ? yet whosoever so believeth is born of God. than to believe without doubting that Iesus is the christ? yet whosoever so Believeth is born of God. cs pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg cst np1 vbz dt np1? av r-crq av vvz vbz vvn pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1028 And whosoever is born of God, overcometh the world. And whosoever is born of God, Overcometh the world. cc r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, vvz dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1029 Nor indeed is it a wonder, considering the Vertue of such Belief ▪ For our Saviour tells us expresly, That all Things are possible to Him that believeth. Nor indeed is it a wonder, considering the Virtue of such Belief ▪ For our Saviour tells us expressly, That all Things Are possible to Him that Believeth. ccx av vbz pn31 dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 ▪ p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12 av-j, cst d n2 vbr j p-acp pno31 cst vvz. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1030 From whence it follows that to believe, is The unum Necessarium, which a Christian is to provide in his way to Heaven. From whence it follows that to believe, is The Unum necessary, which a Christian is to provide in his Way to Heaven. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz d pc-acp vvi, vbz dt fw-la fw-la, r-crq dt njp vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 209
1031 And accordingly said our Saviour unto the Ruler of the Synagogue, not only NONLATINALPHABET, believe, but NONLATINALPHABET, Only believe. Nor can this be thought the Priviledge of but here and there one; for 'tis indefinitely extended to all in general; And accordingly said our Saviour unto the Ruler of the Synagogue, not only, believe, but, Only believe. Nor can this be Thought the Privilege of but Here and there one; for it's indefinitely extended to all in general; cc av-vvg vvd po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx av-j, vvb, p-acp, av-j vvi. ccx vmb d vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f p-acp av cc a-acp crd; p-acp pn31|vbz av-j vvn p-acp d p-acp n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1032 He that believeth in me hath eternal life. He that Believeth in me hath Eternal life. pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vhz j n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1033 Where the word He, being indefinite, is tantamount to whosoever, and every one. And so indeed it is express't in other passages of Scripture; Where the word He, being indefinite, is tantamount to whosoever, and every one. And so indeed it is expressed in other passages of Scripture; c-crq dt n1 pns31, vbg j, vbz vvi p-acp r-crq, cc d pi. cc av av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1034 As when 'tis said to Cornelius, and others with him, whosoever believeth in Him, shall receive remission of sins. As when it's said to Cornelius, and Others with him, whosoever Believeth in Him, shall receive remission of Sins. c-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc n2-jn p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1035 And in the Epistle to the Romans we find it said of the Gospel, That ' tis the Power of God unto Salvation to every One that believeth. And in the Epistle to the Romans we find it said of the Gospel, That ' this the Power of God unto Salvation to every One that Believeth. cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 pns12 vvb pn31 vvd pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d crd cst vvz. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1036 Where the Gospel cannot be meant as being inclusive of the Law, because 'tis said of our Lord in the same Epistle, He is the End of the Law to every one that believeth. Where the Gospel cannot be meant as being inclusive of the Law, Because it's said of our Lord in the same Epistle, He is the End of the Law to every one that Believeth. c-crq dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vbg j pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt d n1, pns31 vbz dt vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp d pi cst vvz. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1037 Besides, need we care to be Better, or better advised than St. Paul, That great Apostle of the Gentiles, and pretious Vessel of Election? Do we not find him confessing, Beside, need we care to be Better, or better advised than Saint Paul, That great Apostle of the Gentiles, and precious Vessel of Election? Do we not find him confessing, a-acp, vvb pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j, cc jc vvn cs n1 np1, cst j n1 pp-f dt n2-j, cc j n1 pp-f n1? vdb pns12 xx vvi pno31 vvg, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1038 and that in the time of his Apostleship, That He was carnal, and sold under sin? That the Good he would, he did not; and that in the time of his Apostleship, That He was carnal, and sold under since? That the Good he would, he did not; cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vbds j, cc vvn p-acp n1? cst dt j pns31 vmd, pns31 vdd xx; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 210
1039 But the evil which he would not, That he did, whereby he sinn'd against God and his Conscience too? That no good Thing did inhabit in him, and that he was brought into Captivity to the Law of Sin which was in his Members? Well therefore did he desire, in his Epistle to the Philippians, to be found only in Christ, not having his own righteousness which is of the Law, But the evil which he would not, That he did, whereby he sinned against God and his Conscience too? That no good Thing did inhabit in him, and that he was brought into Captivity to the Law of since which was in his Members? Well Therefore did he desire, in his Epistle to the Philippians, to be found only in christ, not having his own righteousness which is of the Law, p-acp dt n-jn r-crq pns31 vmd xx, cst pns31 vdd, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 av? cst dx j n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, cc d pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n2? av av vdd pns31 vvi, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt njp2, pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp np1, xx vhg po31 d n1 r-crq vbz pp-f dt n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 211
1040 but That which is through the Faith of Christ, The righteousness which is of God by Faith. but That which is through the Faith of christ, The righteousness which is of God by Faith. cc-acp cst r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 211
1041 Why then should we be going such a long way about, whilst behold in the Scriptures so much a neerer way home? what need we shut up our selves from a thousand Pleasures and Contentments, by our endeavour of living up to the Moral Law, by a Contempt of this World, by mortifications of the Flesh, by daily contendings against the Devil, by bearing both the Yoke and the Cross of Christ, by frequent watchings and fastings, and other Denials of our selves, by making Prayers, and hearing Sermons, and by a world of good works, (which are commonly very chargeable, or at least troublesom in the performance,) I say what need of all This, whilst Salvation may be had upon easier Terms? We cannot certainly be wiser, nor need we probably be warier, than Paul and Silas in the Text. Who being ask'd as Ghostly Fathers, and that by a newly-converted Heathen, what he was to do that he might be sav'd, gave him no other Answer of Direction or Advice, than That He must believe in the Lord Iesus Christ. Why then should we be going such a long Way about, while behold in the Scriptures so much a nearer Way home? what need we shut up our selves from a thousand Pleasures and Contentment's, by our endeavour of living up to the Moral Law, by a Contempt of this World, by mortifications of the Flesh, by daily contendings against the devil, by bearing both the Yoke and the Cross of christ, by frequent watchings and Fastings, and other Denials of our selves, by making Prayers, and hearing Sermons, and by a world of good works, (which Are commonly very chargeable, or At least troublesome in the performance,) I say what need of all This, while Salvation may be had upon Easier Terms? We cannot Certainly be Wiser, nor need we probably be warier, than Paul and Silas in the Text. Who being asked as Ghostly Father's, and that by a newly-converted Heathen, what he was to do that he might be saved, gave him no other Answer of Direction or advice, than That He must believe in the Lord Iesus christ. q-crq av vmd pns12 vbi vvg d dt av-j n1 a-acp, cs vvi p-acp dt n2 av av-d dt jc n1 av-an? q-crq vvb pns12 vvn a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt crd n2 cc ng1, p-acp po12 n1 pp-f vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg d dt vvb cc dt j pp-f np1, p-acp j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, cc j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp vvg n2, cc vvg n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (r-crq vbr av-j j j, cc p-acp ds j p-acp dt n1,) pns11 vvb r-crq n1 pp-f d d, cs n1 vmb vbi vhn p-acp jc n2? pns12 vmbx av-j vbi jc, ccx vvb pns12 av-j vbi jc, cs np1 cc np1 p-acp dt np1 r-crq vbg vvd p-acp j n2, cc cst p-acp dt j j-jn, r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vdi cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, vvd pno31 dx j-jn vvb pp-f n1 cc n1, cs d pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 162 Page 212
1042 § 3. Which, in the sense of the Solifidians, Antinomians, and Fiduciaries, (for whom I have hitherto been objecting, § 3. Which, in the sense of the Solifidians, Antinomians, and Fiduciaries, (for whom I have hitherto been objecting, § crd r-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, njp2, cc n2-j, (p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb av vbn vvg, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 163 Page 212
1043 if not as well as they can wish, at least as strongly as I am able, ) is just as if they had answer'd Thus. Jailour, be of good Comfort. if not as well as they can wish, At least as strongly as I am able,) is just as if they had answered Thus. Jailor, be of good Comfort. cs xx p-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi, p-acp ds p-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vbm j,) vbz j c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn av n1, vbb pp-f j n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 163 Page 212
1044 For we were lately in as much jeopardy, as Thou canst possibly be in. For we were lately in as much jeopardy, as Thou Canst possibly be in. p-acp pns12 vbdr av-j p-acp c-acp d n1, c-acp pns21 vm2 av-j vbi p-acp. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 212
1045 And though thy Danger is great, thy Escape is easy. For do not think that Christianity is such a Difficult Religion as some would make it. And though thy Danger is great, thy Escape is easy. For doe not think that Christianity is such a Difficult Religion as Some would make it. cc cs po21 n1 vbz j, po21 vvb vbz j. p-acp n1 xx vvi d np1 vbz d dt j n1 p-acp d vmd vvi pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 212
1046 It is rather the easiest and most indulgent, as well as the safest in all the World. It hath indeed many Praecepts, but by vertue of One alone (which we shall presently tell thee of) all the rest will be wav'd, or dispensed with. So that although it is a Law, 'tis a Law of Liberty. A Law of Liberty from the Rigors and Austerities of the Law. A special part of Christ's Purchase, and the great Priviledge of a Christian. Nor is it only his Priviledge, but Duty too: It is rather the Easiest and most indulgent, as well as the Safest in all the World. It hath indeed many Precepts, but by virtue of One alone (which we shall presently tell thee of) all the rest will be waved, or dispensed with. So that although it is a Law, it's a Law of Liberty. A Law of Liberty from the Rigors and Austerities of the Law. A special part of Christ's Purchase, and the great Privilege of a Christian. Nor is it only his Privilege, but Duty too: pn31 vbz av-c dt js cc ds j, c-acp av c-acp dt js p-acp d dt n1. pn31 vhz av d n2, p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f crd j (r-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno21 pp-f) d dt n1 vmb vbi vvd, cc vvn p-acp. av cst cs pn31 vbz dt n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt njp. ccx vbz pn31 av-j po31 n1, p-acp n1 av: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1047 He being commanded, and so oblig'd, (not only suffer'd, or allow'd, ) to stand fast in that Liberty wherewith Christ hath made him free. He being commanded, and so obliged, (not only suffered, or allowed,) to stand fast in that Liberty wherewith christ hath made him free. pns31 vbg vvn, cc av vvn, (xx av-j vvn, cc vvn,) pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 j. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1048 What Sins soever thou hast committed which cannot be expiated for amongst Iews or Gentiles, by thy Conversion unto Christ will be blotted out. Be it so that thou hast liv'd in perfect Enmity to God; yet to Us hath He committed the word of Reconciliation. What Sins soever thou hast committed which cannot be expiated for among Iews or Gentiles, by thy Conversion unto christ will be blotted out. Be it so that thou hast lived in perfect Enmity to God; yet to Us hath He committed the word of Reconciliation. q-crq n2 av pns21 vh2 vvn r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp np2 cc n2-j, p-acp po21 n1 p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn av. vbb pn31 av cst pns21 vh2 vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp np1; av p-acp pno32 vhz pns31 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1049 We are Embassadours for Christ, in whom alone we preach pardon, and forgiveness of Sins; not an absolute necessity of moral obedience and good works, which assist not our Faith, but declare it only. We Are ambassadors for christ, in whom alone we preach pardon, and forgiveness of Sins; not an absolute necessity of moral Obedience and good works, which assist not our Faith, but declare it only. pns12 vbr n2 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq av-j pns12 vvb vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2; xx dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n2, r-crq vvb xx po12 n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 av-j. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1050 He hath satisfied by his Death for all the Debt we ow'd to it, and is the Propitiation for all our Sins. He hath satisfied by his Death for all the Debt we owed to it, and is the Propitiation for all our Sins. pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vvd p-acp pn31, cc vbz dt n1 p-acp d po12 n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1051 He is our Wisdom, and our Redemption, and all besides that, which we are able to want or pray for. He is our Wisdom, and our Redemption, and all beside that, which we Are able to want or pray for. pns31 vbz po12 n1, cc po12 n1, cc d p-acp d, r-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1052 Nor stand we in need of an Inhaerent, as being safe by a transferr'd and imputed Righteousness. Nor stand we in need of an Inherent, as being safe by a transferred and imputed Righteousness. ccx vvb pns12 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp vbg j p-acp dt vvd cc vvn n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1053 For as Abraham believed and 'twas imputed to him for Righteousness, (Rom. 4. 22.) So also to Us shall it be imputed, For as Abraham believed and 'twas imputed to him for Righteousness, (Rom. 4. 22.) So also to Us shall it be imputed, p-acp c-acp np1 vvd cc pn31|vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (np1 crd crd) av av p-acp pno32 vmb pn31 vbi vvn, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1054 if we Believe on him that raised up Iesus from the dead, (v. 24.) We have been scourg'd on his Back, if we Believe on him that raised up Iesus from the dead, (v. 24.) We have been scourged on his Back, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 cst vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt j, (n1 crd) pns12 vhb vbn vvd p-acp po31 av, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 213
1055 and born a Cross on his Shoulders; we have been cleans'd by His blood, and still are heal'd by His stripes; and born a Cross on his Shoulders; we have been cleansed by His blood, and still Are healed by His stripes; cc j-vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 214
1056 we are beheld in His Face, and shall be judg'd in His Person, Just we are by His Righteousness, we Are beheld in His Face, and shall be judged in His Person, Just we Are by His Righteousness, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, av pns12 vbr p-acp po31 n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 214
1057 and for ever repriev'd by His Condemnation. It is for Christians to distinguish betwixt external and internal Grace, and so betwixt an outward and inward Holiness. For our Holiness without us (that is, in Christ ) does supersede the necessity of one within us. and for ever reprieved by His Condemnation. It is for Christians to distinguish betwixt external and internal Grace, and so betwixt an outward and inward Holiness. For our Holiness without us (that is, in christ) does supersede the necessity of one within us. cc p-acp av vvd p-acp po31 n1. pn31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp vvb p-acp j cc j n1, cc av p-acp dt j cc j n1. p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno12 (cst vbz, p-acp np1) vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 214
1058 And is extremely more effectual to the saving of the Soul than any Holiness within us could ever possibly have been. And is extremely more effectual to the Saving of the Soul than any Holiness within us could ever possibly have been. cc vbz av-jn av-dc j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cs d n1 p-acp pno12 vmd av av-j vhb vbn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 214
1059 We shall not therefore need to load thee with heavy Burdens, which neither we nor our Fathers have been able to bear. Nor shall we trouble thee at once about many Things. For though thy Quaestion is very Copious, and of ineffable Importance, We shall not Therefore need to load thee with heavy Burdens, which neither we nor our Father's have been able to bear. Nor shall we trouble thee At once about many Things. For though thy Question is very Copious, and of ineffable Importance, pns12 vmb xx av vvi p-acp vvi pno21 p-acp j n2, r-crq av-dx pns12 ccx po12 n2 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi. ccx vmb pns12 vvi pno21 p-acp a-acp p-acp d n2. c-acp cs po21 n1 vbz j j, cc pp-f j n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 214
1060 as to the End inquired after, Thy being sav'd; yet 'tis so easy to be resolv'd, as to the means of its Attainment, that all The Answer we shall give thee is only This, NONLATINALPHABET Believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. as to the End inquired After, Thy being saved; yet it's so easy to be resolved, as to the means of its Attainment, that all The Answer we shall give thee is only This, Believe in the Lord Iesus christ, and thou shalt be saved. c-acp p-acp dt vvb vvn a-acp, po21 n1 vvn; av pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvd, a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst d dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno21 vbz j d, vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 164 Page 214
1061 § 4. And now it would be high time to divide the Text, (after such a pleasant and easy Paraphrase, as the wit of Flesh and Blood is too too ▪ apt to make of it, especially when assisted by learned Patrons, ) but that I think the way to it is not sufficiently praepar'd. § 4. And now it would be high time to divide the Text, (After such a pleasant and easy paraphrase, as the wit of Flesh and Blood is too too ▪ apt to make of it, especially when assisted by learned Patrons,) but that I think the Way to it is not sufficiently prepared. § crd cc av pn31 vmd vbi j n1 p-acp vvb dt n1, (c-acp d dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz av av ▪ j p-acp vvi pp-f pn31, av-j c-crq vvn p-acp j n2,) cc-acp cst pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 215
1062 For should so weighty a Quaestion be so very lightly answer'd, as with a bare NONLATINALPHABET Believe, and be sav'd? This is short work indeed, and such as would make Paul and Silas to be the comfortablest Preachers in all the World. For should so weighty a Question be so very lightly answered, as with a bore Believe, and be saved? This is short work indeed, and such as would make Paul and Silas to be the comfortablest Preachers in all the World. p-acp vmd av j dt vvb vbb av j av-j vvn, a-acp p-acp dt j vvb, cc vbi vvn? d vbz j n1 av, cc d c-acp vmd vvi np1 cc np1 pc-acp vbi dt js n2 p-acp d dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 215
1063 I mean the pleasantest, and the most popular, I say not the faithful'st, and most sincere. For if This Answer is sound and Orthodox, That nothing more needs be done towards any man's being sav'd, than to believe in the Lord Iesus Christ; I mean the Pleasantest, and the most popular, I say not the Faithfullest, and most sincere. For if This Answer is found and Orthodox, That nothing more needs be done towards any Man's being saved, than to believe in the Lord Iesus christ; pns11 vvb dt js, cc dt av-ds j, pns11 vvb xx dt js, cc av-ds j. c-acp cs d n1 vbz j cc n1, cst pix dc av vbi vdn p-acp d ng1 n1 vvn, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 215
1064 Why then saith our Saviour, Narrow is the way, and strait is the Gate that enters into Life, Why then Says our Saviour, Narrow is the Way, and strait is the Gate that enters into Life, c-crq av vvz po12 n1, j vbz dt n1, cc j vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 215
1065 And few there be that go in thereat? or to what purpose are we commanded, That we strive to enter in, and also told at the same time, That many shall seek who shall not enter? Or why does St. Paul in other places press so earnestly for Obedience to the Commandments of Christ, which are at least comprehensive of the whole Moral Law? or why do we read in the New Testament, That every man is to work out his own Salvation, to fight, and to labour, and to use all diligence for the making of his Calling and Election sure? Are These things necessary for others ▪ but not for the Iailour of Philippi? was He alone to be sav'd at so cheap a Rate, And few there be that go in thereat? or to what purpose Are we commanded, That we strive to enter in, and also told At the same time, That many shall seek who shall not enter? Or why does Saint Paul in other places press so earnestly for obedience to the commandments of christ, which Are At least comprehensive of the Whole Moral Law? or why do we read in the New Testament, That every man is to work out his own Salvation, to fight, and to labour, and to use all diligence for the making of his Calling and Election sure? are These things necessary for Others ▪ but not for the Jailor of Philippi? was He alone to be saved At so cheap a Rate, cc d pc-acp vbi cst vvb p-acp av? cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbr pns12 vvn, cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc av vvd p-acp dt d n1, cst d vmb vvi r-crq vmb xx vvi? cc c-crq vdz n1 np1 p-acp j-jn n2 vvb av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr p-acp ds j pp-f dt j-jn j n1? cc q-crq vdb pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cst d n1 vbz p-acp vvb av po31 d n1, p-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 vvg cc n1 j? vbr d n2 j p-acp n2-jn ▪ cc-acp xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vbds pns31 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av j dt vvb, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 216
1066 as a single Belief on the Lord Iesus Christ? or was he not one of those Philippians of whom St. Paul required more? Or did he require at other men a great deal more than there was need? Or does He now joyn with Silas in soothing up the poor Iailour, and sowing Pillows under his Elbowes, which is no better than to dawb with untemper'd Morter, to lead their Convert into a Paradise, wherein there lurks both an old and a cunning Serpent? A Serpent apt to persuade him (and by the help of this Text) That though there are in the Gospel, which is the Garden of God, a great many sorts of forbidden fruit, yet 'tis so far from being deadly, that 'tis not dangerous to taste it, (as the best of God's Children have ever done,) so long as he can eat of the Tree of Faith too; as a single Belief on the Lord Iesus christ? or was he not one of those Philippians of whom Saint Paul required more? Or did he require At other men a great deal more than there was need? Or does He now join with Silas in soothing up the poor Jailor, and sowing Pillows under his Elbows, which is no better than to dawb with untempered Mortar, to led their Convert into a Paradise, wherein there lurks both an old and a cunning Serpent? A Serpent apt to persuade him (and by the help of this Text) That though there Are in the Gospel, which is the Garden of God, a great many sorts of forbidden fruit, yet it's so Far from being deadly, that it's not dangerous to taste it, (as the best of God's Children have ever done,) so long as he can eat of the Tree of Faith too; c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1? cc vbds pns31 xx pi pp-f d njp2 pp-f r-crq n1 np1 vvd n1? cc vdd pns31 vvi p-acp j-jn n2 dt j n1 dc cs a-acp vbds n1? cc vdz pns31 av vvb p-acp np1 p-acp vvg a-acp dt j n1, cc vvg n2 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vbz av-dx jc cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-crq a-acp vvz d dt j cc dt j-jn n1? dt n1 j pc-acp vvi pno31 (cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1) cst cs a-acp vbr p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j d n2 pp-f vvn n1, av pn31|vbz av av-j p-acp vbg j, cst pn31|vbz xx j p-acp vvb pn31, (c-acp dt av-js pp-f npg1 n2 vhb av vdn,) av av-j c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 216
1067 which is not only better tasted, but also wholsomer by far than the Tree of Knowledge, by being grafted on the stock of the Tree of Life. What (I say) might be the Motive which induced Paul and Silas to give this Answer, NONLATINALPHABET, Believe and be sav'd? Is there more than This needful, which is not only better tasted, but also wholesomer by Far than the Tree of Knowledge, by being grafted on the stock of the Tree of Life. What (I say) might be the Motive which induced Paul and Silas to give this Answer,, Believe and be saved? Is there more than This needful, r-crq vbz xx av-j av-jc vvn, p-acp av jc p-acp av-j cs dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. r-crq (pns11 vvb) vmd vbi dt n1 r-crq vvd np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi d n1,, vvb cc vbi vvn? vbz a-acp av-dc cs d j, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 217
1068 or is there not? If any thing more than this is needful for the attainment of Salvation, why then did They conceal it, or is there not? If any thing more than this is needful for the attainment of Salvation, why then did They conceal it, cc vbz pc-acp xx? cs d n1 dc cs d vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh-crq av vdd pns32 vvb pn31, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 217
1069 and that from one who even thirsted after a full Draught of Knowledge, What was the All he was to do, that he might be sav'd? Or if This is so sufficient, that nothing more than this is needful, what Necessity is there of preaching, or of learning any thing else? For, and that from one who even thirsted After a full Draught of Knowledge, What was the All he was to do, that he might be saved? Or if This is so sufficient, that nothing more than this is needful, what Necessity is there of preaching, or of learning any thing Else? For, cc cst p-acp pi r-crq av vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds dt d pns31 vbds pc-acp vdi, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn? cc cs d vbz av j, cst pix dc cs d vbz j, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp pp-f vvg, cc pp-f vvg d n1 av? p-acp, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 217
1070 as when it was said by our Blessed Saviour, [ It is easier for a Camel to pass the Eye of a Needle, as when it was said by our Blessed Saviour, [ It is Easier for a Camel to pass the Eye of a Needle, c-acp c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, [ pn31 vbz jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 217
1071 than for a Rich man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, ] his Disciples ask't presently, [ Who then can be sav'd; than for a Rich man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, ] his Disciples asked presently, [ Who then can be saved; cs p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ] po31 n2 vvd av-j, [ r-crq av vmb vbi vvn; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 217
1072 ] so when to One that had inquired, [ what he must do that he might be sav'd, ] no other Answer was given by Paul and Silas, than that he must believe in the Lord Iesus Christ; ] so when to One that had inquired, [ what he must do that he might be saved, ] no other Answer was given by Paul and Silas, than that he must believe in the Lord Iesus christ; ] av c-crq p-acp pi cst vhd vvn, [ r-crq pns31 vmb vdi cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, ] dx j-jn n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 cc np1, cs d pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 217
1073 It may be ask't with as good reason, who then can be damn'd? For thus (we see) the way to Heaven is not only made Broader, but less incumber'd than That to Hell. The Flock of Christ is made a great and a numerous Flock. It may be asked with as good reason, who then can be damned? For thus (we see) the Way to Heaven is not only made Broader, but less encumbered than That to Hell. The Flock of christ is made a great and a numerous Flock. pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j n1, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn? c-acp av (pns12 vvb) dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz xx av-j vvd jc, p-acp av-dc vvn cs cst p-acp n1. dt vvb pp-f np1 vbz vvn dt j cc dt j vvb. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 218
1074 So as The Kingdom of Heaven is but improperly compar'd unto a Pearl of great Price, which a Merchant sold all that he had to purchase, since one may have it for a Believing in the Lord Iesus Christ. So as The Kingdom of Heaven is but improperly compared unto a Pearl of great Price, which a Merchant sold all that he had to purchase, since one may have it for a Believing in the Lord Iesus christ. av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd d cst pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi, c-acp pi vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 218
1075 All which being Absurdities, and very profanely inconsistent with the Veracity of our Saviour, may seem to speak Paul and Silas to be a Couple of gross Casuists, for having given the Jailour's Quaere so lame and partial a Resolution. But This again is an Absurdity as little allowable as the former. For besides that All Scripture is of Divine Inspiration, and Paul and Silas in particular had been acknowledged by The Daemoniack (in the 17th Verse of this Chapter) to be The Servants of the most high God, who shew unto us the way of Salvation; All which being Absurdities, and very profanely inconsistent with the Veracity of our Saviour, may seem to speak Paul and Silas to be a Couple of gross Casuists, for having given the Jailor's Quaere so lame and partial a Resolution. But This again is an Absurdity as little allowable as the former. For beside that All Scripture is of Divine Inspiration, and Paul and Silas in particular had been acknowledged by The Demoniac (in the 17th Verse of this Chapter) to be The Servants of the most high God, who show unto us the Way of Salvation; d r-crq vbg n2, cc av av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi np1 cc np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp vhg vvn dt ng1 fw-la av j cc j dt n1. p-acp d av vbz dt n1 p-acp j j c-acp dt j. c-acp a-acp cst d n1 vbz pp-f j-jn n1, cc np1 cc np1 p-acp j vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt j-jn (p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1) pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 218
1076 The Text which now lyes before us may be justified by a Parallel out of our Saviour 's own Mouth. For having been asked by the People who flock't about him at Capernaum, what they should do that they might work the work of God, (John 6. 28.) This (reply'd our blessed Lord) is the work of God, That ye BELIEVE on Him whom He hath sent, (v. 29.) In so much that to obviate, and to satisfie all Objections, we must not quarrel, or suspect, but meekly study to understand, and explain the Text. Which I shall first attempt to do by a full Division, and after That (not by a curious, but) by a pertinent, and useful Tractation of it. The Text which now lies before us may be justified by a Parallel out of our Saviour is own Mouth. For having been asked by the People who flocked about him At Capernaum, what they should do that they might work the work of God, (John 6. 28.) This (replied our blessed Lord) is the work of God, That you BELIEVE on Him whom He hath sent, (v. 29.) In so much that to obviate, and to satisfy all Objections, we must not quarrel, or suspect, but meekly study to understand, and explain the Text. Which I shall First attempt to do by a full Division, and After That (not by a curious, but) by a pertinent, and useful Tractation of it. dt n1 r-crq av vvz p-acp pno12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av pp-f po12 n1 vbz d n1. p-acp vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, r-crq pns32 vmd vdi cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd crd) d (vvd po12 j-vvn n1) vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (n1 crd) p-acp av av-d cst p-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvi d n2, pns12 vmb xx vvi, cc vvb, p-acp av-j vvi p-acp vvb, cc vvi dt np1 r-crq pns11 vmb ord vvi pc-acp vdi p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp d (xx p-acp dt j, p-acp) p-acp dt j, cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 165 Page 219
1077 § 5. First to Divide the Text aright, (and so as that it may contain an Explication of its Importance, ) we must view and review it in its double relation to the Context. I mean in its Dependance on the words going before, and its Cohaerence with the two Verses which do immediately follow after. § 5. First to Divide the Text aright, (and so as that it may contain an Explication of its Importance,) we must view and review it in its double Relation to the Context. I mean in its Dependence on the words going before, and its Coherence with the two Verses which do immediately follow After. § crd ord p-acp vvb dt n1 av, (cc av c-acp cst pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,) pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg a-acp, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt crd n2 r-crq vdb av-j vvi a-acp. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 166 Page 219
1078 The words before are an Inquiry, touching the Thing of all the World which is to every man living of greatest moment, The words before Are an Inquiry, touching the Thing of all the World which is to every man living of greatest moment, dt n2 p-acp vbr dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp d n1 vvg pp-f js n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 167 Page 219
1079 even the Necessary Means of his being sav'd. even the Necessary Means of his being saved. av dt j n2 pp-f po31 vbg vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 167 Page 219
1080 This is the Ground, and the Occasion, and Introduction to the Text. The Text it self is an obscure, because a short Resolution of That Inquiry. This is the Ground, and the Occasion, and Introduction to the Text. The Text it self is an Obscure, Because a short Resolution of That Inquiry. d vbz dt n1, cc dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt np1 dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz dt j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 167 Page 219
1081 And the two Verses coming after, do very happily, though briefly, (and so indeed the less plainly) expound it to us. And the two Verses coming After, do very happily, though briefly, (and so indeed the less plainly) expound it to us. cc dt crd n2 vvg a-acp, vdb av av-j, c-acp av-j, (cc av av dt av-dc av-j) vvb pn31 p-acp pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 167 Page 219
1082 The Inquiry was made by the frighted Iailour of Philippi. The Inquiry was made by the frighted Jailor of Philippi. dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 168 Page 220
1083 The Resolution is given by Paul and Silas. The Exposition is St. Luke 's, to whom we also owe the Narrative and the Contexture of the whole. The Resolution is given by Paul and Silas. The Exposition is Saint Luke is, to whom we also owe the Narrative and the Contexture of the Whole. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 cc np1. dt n1 vbz n1 np1 vbz, p-acp ro-crq pns12 av vvb dt j-jn cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 168 Page 220
1084 The Text abstractively consider'd, does afford at first view, but a single Act, and a single Object. Yet in relation to the Context, each of these is twofold; one whereof is express'd, and the other imply'd. The Text abstractively considered, does afford At First view, but a single Act, and a single Object. Yet in Relation to the Context, each of these is twofold; one whereof is expressed, and the other implied. dt n1 av-j vvn, vdz vvi p-acp ord vvi, cc-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1. av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, d pp-f d vbz j; crd c-crq vbz vvn, cc dt j-jn vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 169 Page 220
1085 First the Object here express'd is ( in sensu composito ) The Lord Iesus Christ. And this is Objectum formale Quod. It is not Christ without Iesus, nor is it Iesus without The Lord. For That were the gross and common Fallacy, A benè conjunctis ad malè divisa, which yet the Flesh of most Professors is apt to impose upon their spirits. He is in all his Three Offices to be the Object of our Belief. And in his Three special Titles his Threefold Office is here included. First the Object Here expressed is (in sensu composito) The Lord Iesus christ. And this is Objectum formal Quod. It is not christ without Iesus, nor is it Iesus without The Lord. For That were the gross and Common Fallacy, A benè conjunctis ad malè divisa, which yet the Flesh of most Professors is apt to impose upon their spirits. He is in all his Three Offices to be the Object of our Belief. And in his Three special Titles his Threefold Office is Here included. ord dt n1 av vvd vbz (p-acp fw-la fw-la) dt n1 np1 np1. cc d vbz np1 j np1 pn31 vbz xx np1 p-acp np1, ccx vbz pn31 np1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp cst vbdr dt j cc j n1, dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, r-crq av dt n1 pp-f av-ds n2 vbz j p-acp vvb p-acp po32 n2. pns31 vbz p-acp d po31 crd n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. cc p-acp po31 crd j n2 po31 j n1 vbz av vvd. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 170 Page 220
1086 His Prophetical in the first, his Priestly in the second, and his Kingly in the third. If Salvation is the end, and if we aspire to have it also the event of our Belief, we must impartially believe in the whole Messias. Not as Iesus only, a Saviour; no nor only as Christ, a King; but undividedly, and at once, as the Lord Iesus Christ. This is the Object of our Faith which is here express'd. His Prophetical in the First, his Priestly in the second, and his Kingly in the third. If Salvation is the end, and if we aspire to have it also the event of our Belief, we must impartially believe in the Whole Messias. Not as Iesus only, a Saviour; no nor only as christ, a King; but undividedly, and At once, as the Lord Iesus christ. This is the Object of our Faith which is Here expressed. po31 j p-acp dt ord, po31 j p-acp dt ord, cc po31 j p-acp dt ord. cs n1 vbz dt n1, cc cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi pn31 av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn np1. xx c-acp np1 av-j, dt n1; av-dx ccx av-j c-acp np1, dt n1; p-acp av-vvn, cc p-acp a-acp, p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vbz av vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 170 Page 221
1087 Next the Word of God preach'd is the object of our Faith, which is here imply'd. And (as the men of the Schools do love to word it) This is Fidei objectum formale Quo. For as Faith cometh by Hearing, and Hearing by the Word of God, which Word cannot be heard without a Preacher; so no sooner was it said by Paul and Silas, that the Jailour must believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, but in the next breath it follows, They spake unto him the WORD of God, (v. 32.) They had in vain told him he must, had they not taught him how he might. And therefore they did not only possess him with the necessity of his believing, Next the Word of God preached is the Object of our Faith, which is Here implied. And (as the men of the Schools do love to word it) This is Fidei Objectum formal Quo. For as Faith comes by Hearing, and Hearing by the Word of God, which Word cannot be herd without a Preacher; so no sooner was it said by Paul and Silas, that the Jailor must believe in the Lord Iesus christ, but in the next breath it follows, They spoke unto him the WORD of God, (v. 32.) They had in vain told him he must, had they not taught him how he might. And Therefore they did not only possess him with the necessity of his believing, ord dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vbz av vvn. cc (c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1 pn31) d vbz fw-la fw-la j np1 c-acp c-acp n1 vvz p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; av dx av-c vbds pn31 vvn p-acp np1 cc np1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vvz, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1, (n1 crd) pns32 vhd p-acp j vvd pno31 pns31 vmb, vhd pns32 xx vvn pno31 c-crq pns31 n1. cc av pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 171 Page 221
1088 But in tenderness to his Soul they straight afforded him the means too. But in tenderness to his Soul they straight afforded him the means too. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 pns32 av-j vvd pno31 dt n2 av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 171 Page 221
1089 They did not train up their Convert (like the Catechists of Rome ) only to believe as the Church believes, that is to say, by a blind and implicit Faith, making Ignorance and Credulity the only Parents of Devotion; But they built up his Faith on the Foundation of the Scriptures; That by the knowledge of some Praemisses which he might easily comprehend, he might attain to a Belief of what was yet Incomprehensible. To beget in him a solid and a well-grounded Faith, such as whereof he might be able to give a rational Accompt, they both exhorted him to believe in, and also preached to him the WORD of the Lord Jesus Christ; They did not train up their Convert (like the Catechists of Room) only to believe as the Church believes, that is to say, by a blind and implicit Faith, making Ignorance and Credulity the only Parents of Devotion; But they built up his Faith on the Foundation of the Scriptures; That by the knowledge of Some Premises which he might Easily comprehend, he might attain to a Belief of what was yet Incomprehensible. To beget in him a solid and a well-grounded Faith, such as whereof he might be able to give a rational Account, they both exhorted him to believe in, and also preached to him the WORD of the Lord jesus christ; pns32 vdd xx vvi a-acp po32 vvb (av-j dt vvz pp-f vvb) j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvz, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j cc j n1, vvg n1 cc n1 dt j n2 pp-f n1; cc-acp pns32 vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vmd av-j vvi, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds av j. pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt j cc dt j n1, d c-acp c-crq pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j vvb, pns32 d vvd pno31 p-acp vvb p-acp, cc av vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 171 Page 222
1090 the object of our Faith which is here imply'd. the Object of our Faith which is Here implied. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vbz av vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 171 Page 222
1091 Come we now, from the double Object, to observe in the Text a double Act too. Come we now, from the double Object, to observe in the Text a double Act too. vvb pns12 av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j-jn n1 av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 172 Page 222
1092 Whereof the first is Internal, and that express'd; the second External, and that imply'd. Whereof the First is Internal, and that expressed; the second External, and that implied. c-crq dt ord vbz j, cc d vvn; dt ord j, cc d vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 172 Page 222
1093 The Act Internal, which is express'd, is NONLATINALPHABET, to believe. The Act External, which is imply'd, is to confess what is believ'd in spite of Temptations to conceal it. (And this did the Iailour of Philippi in the next Verses after my Text.) For as inwardly with the Heart a man believeth unto righteousness, so outwardly with the Mouth Confession is made unto Salvation. Indeed the Gnosticks were all for the Inward Act only, for the better avoiding of Persecution. The Act Internal, which is expressed, is, to believe. The Act External, which is implied, is to confess what is believed in spite of Temptations to conceal it. (And this did the Jailor of Philippi in the next Verses After my Text.) For as inwardly with the Heart a man Believeth unto righteousness, so outwardly with the Mouth Confessi is made unto Salvation. Indeed the Gnostics were all for the Inward Act only, for the better avoiding of Persecution. dt n1 j, r-crq vbz vvn, vbz, pc-acp vvi. dt n1 j, r-crq vbz vvn, vbz pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvb pn31. (cc d vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord n2 p-acp po11 np1) p-acp c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, av av-j p-acp dt n1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. av dt n2 vbdr d p-acp dt j n1 av-j, p-acp dt av-jc vvg pp-f n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 173 Page 222
1094 But the Outward is by God as indispensably requir'd; And the Inward Act without it is not sincere. Thence it is that they are coupl'd as the condition of Salvation, Rom. 10. 9. If thou shalt confess with thy Mouth the Lord Iesus, But the Outward is by God as indispensably required; And the Inward Act without it is not sincere. Thence it is that they Are coupled as the condition of Salvation, Rom. 10. 9. If thou shalt confess with thy Mouth the Lord Iesus, p-acp dt j vbz p-acp np1 a-acp av-j vvn; cc dt j n1 p-acp pn31 vbz xx j. av pn31 vbz d pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 173 Page 223
1095 and believe in thine Heart that God hath raised him from the Dead, thou shalt be sav'd. and believe in thine Heart that God hath raised him from the Dead, thou shalt be saved. cc vvi p-acp po21 n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 173 Page 223
1096 Believing and speaking are from the same spirit of Faith, 2 Cor. 4. 13. It is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken. Believing and speaking Are from the same Spirit of Faith, 2 Cor. 4. 13. It is written, I believed, and Therefore have I spoken. vvg cc vvg vbr p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn, pns11 vvd, cc av vhb pns11 vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 173 Page 223
1097 We also believe, and therefore speak. A double Act then there must be, if the end be to be sav'd. We also believe, and Therefore speak. A double Act then there must be, if the end be to be saved. pns12 av vvb, cc av vvb. dt j-jn n1 av pc-acp vmb vbi, cs dt n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 173 Page 223
1098 A True Believer must be a Confessor in time of Trial, And when duly call'd to it, a Martyr too. A True Believer must be a Confessor in time of Trial, And when duly called to it, a Martyr too. dt j n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq av-jn vvn p-acp pn31, dt vvb av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 173 Page 223
1099 Again, As the Object, and the Act, so too the Subject of it is double. For though begun in the Intellect, yet 'tis consummated in the Will, (as Aquinas and his Followers do rightly state it,) or else it would be meerly an human Faith, Fides cui potest subesse Dubium, a Faith whose very formal Reason is a radical Fear, (I do not mean an ingenuous, but carnal Fear,) a Faith without Love, and without Activity, and so without the effect of Obedience too. Again, As the Object, and the Act, so too the Subject of it is double. For though begun in the Intellect, yet it's consummated in the Will, (as Aquinas and his Followers do rightly state it,) or Else it would be merely an human Faith, Fides cui potest Subesse Dubium, a Faith whose very formal Reason is a radical fear, (I do not mean an ingenuous, but carnal fear,) a Faith without Love, and without Activity, and so without the Effect of obedience too. av, c-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, av av dt j-jn pp-f pn31 vbz j-jn. c-acp cs vvn p-acp dt n1, av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt vmb, (c-acp np1 cc po31 n2 vdb av-jn n1 pn31,) cc av pn31 vmd vbi av-j dt j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, dt n1 rg-crq j j n1 vbz dt j n1, (pns11 vdb xx vvi dt j, p-acp j vvb,) dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 223
1100 And therefore Cajetan argues well, That an habit of Salvifick or saving Faith must be at once both a Speculative, and a Practical habit. And truly such is That Faith which is required in the Text, And Therefore Cajetan argues well, That an habit of Salvific or Saving Faith must be At once both a Speculative, and a Practical habit. And truly such is That Faith which is required in the Text, cc av np1 vvz av, cst dt n1 pp-f vvi cc vvg n1 vmb vbi p-acp a-acp d dt j, cc dt j n1. cc av-j d vbz cst n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1101 as may appear by the Effects and Products of it in the Context. as may appear by the Effects and Products of it in the Context. c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1102 For first the Iailour did assent unto the Things that were preached by Paul and Silas; which infer's the Christian Faith to have got already into his Head. And then immediately after, we find it sunk into his Heart too; For First the Jailor did assent unto the Things that were preached by Paul and Silas; which infer's the Christian Faith to have god already into his Head. And then immediately After, we find it sunk into his Heart too; p-acp ord dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp np1 cc np1; r-crq vvz dt njp n1 pc-acp vhi vvn av p-acp po31 n1 cc av av-j a-acp, pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp po31 n1 av; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1103 witness the Sacrament of his Baptism which he received from Paul and Silas; witness also his tender Charity in his washing of their stripes, his entertaining them at his Table, and his rejoycing even in That that might be temporally his Ruin, (v. 34) which are a proof of his abounding in those fruits of the Spirit, Acts of Iustice, and Gratitude, and works of Mercy, and spiritual Ioy in the Holy Ghost; witness the Sacrament of his Baptism which he received from Paul and Silas; witness also his tender Charity in his washing of their stripes, his entertaining them At his Table, and his rejoicing even in That that might be temporally his Ruin, (v. 34) which Are a proof of his abounding in those fruits of the Spirit, Acts of justice, and Gratitude, and works of Mercy, and spiritual Joy in the Holy Ghost; vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cc np1; vvb av po31 j n1 p-acp po31 vvg pp-f po32 n2, po31 vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 vvg av p-acp cst cst vmd vbi av-j po31 vvi, (n1 crd) r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1104 All Effects and Diagnosticks of saving Faith; The overflowings of That Love, which (to use St. Paul 's phrase) is shed abroad in the Heart of a true Believer. And thus we have the twofold Subject, of Believing (as we ought) in the Lord Iesus Christ: All Effects and Diagnostics of Saving Faith; The overflowings of That Love, which (to use Saint Paul is phrase) is shed abroad in the Heart of a true Believer. And thus we have the twofold Subject, of Believing (as we ought) in the Lord Iesus christ: d n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg n1; dt n2-vvg pp-f d vvb, r-crq (pc-acp vvi n1 np1 vbz n1) vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. cc av pns12 vhb dt j j-jn, pp-f vvg (c-acp pns12 vmd) p-acp dt n1 np1 np1: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1105 to wit the Intellect, and the Will too. to wit the Intellect, and the Will too. pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt vmb av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1106 Our full Assent must be seconded by our Love of the Truth, and Obedience to it; Our full Assent must be seconded by our Love of the Truth, and obedience to it; po12 j vvi vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 224
1107 and that by a natural Production of the one out of the other. and that by a natural Production of the one out of the other. cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt crd av pp-f dt j-jn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 225
1108 For what at first is no more than The light of Knowledge in the Brain, does, by enkindling in the Bowels the Fire of Love, (of Love to God in the first place, For what At First is no more than The Light of Knowledge in the Brain, does, by enkindling in the Bowels the Fire of Love, (of Love to God in the First place, p-acp r-crq p-acp ord vbz av-dx av-dc cs dt j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vdz, p-acp n-vvg p-acp dt n2 dt n1 pp-f vvb, (pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt ord n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 225
1109 and to our Neighbour in the second, ) produce Obedience to the first and the second Table of the Law. and to our Neighbour in the second,) produce obedience to the First and the second Table of the Law. cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt ord,) vvi n1 p-acp dt ord cc dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 174 Page 225
1110 After the Object, and the Act, and the Subject of this Belief, (each of which is twofold,) we are in order to reflect on the Nature of it. After the Object, and the Act, and the Subject of this Belief, (each of which is twofold,) we Are in order to reflect on the Nature of it. p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt j-jn pp-f d n1, (d pp-f r-crq vbz j,) pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 225
1111 Which is indeed very closely, but significantly couch'd in the Praeposition. For 'tis not NONLATINALPHABET, believe the Essence or Existence of Jesus Christ; Which is indeed very closely, but significantly couched in the Preposition. For it's not, believe the Essence or Existence of jesus christ; r-crq vbz av j av-j, p-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. p-acp pn31|vbz xx, vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 225
1112 nor is it NONLATINALPHABET, believe his Truth or Veracity; But 'tis NONLATINALPHABET, believe and trust IN, or UPON the Lord Jesus. nor is it, believe his Truth or Veracity; But it's, believe and trust IN, or UPON the Lord jesus. ccx vbz pn31, vvb po31 n1 cc n1; cc-acp pn31|vbz, vvb cc vvi p-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 225
1113 Believe at once his Propensity and Power to save thee. Believe At once his Propensity and Power to save thee. vvb p-acp a-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno21. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 225
1114 Believe his Power, for he is Dominus, The Lord. And believe his Propensity, for he is Iesus, the Saviour. Well therefore said the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, Whosoever cometh to God, must believe that he is, Believe his Power, for he is Dominus, The Lord. And believe his Propensity, for he is Iesus, the Saviour. Well Therefore said the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, Whosoever comes to God, must believe that he is, vvb po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz fw-la, dt n1. cc vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz np1, dt n1. av av vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np2, r-crq vvz p-acp np1, vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 225
1115 and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 225
1116 Now what is thus said of God, is exactly true of the Lord Iesus Christ. For God was in Christ reconciling the World unto himself. Now what is thus said of God, is exactly true of the Lord Iesus christ. For God was in christ reconciling the World unto himself. av q-crq vbz av vvn pp-f np1, vbz av-j j pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. p-acp np1 vbds p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp px31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1117 And whosoever cometh to Christ, must believe, as that he is, so withal that he is a Rewarder too. And whosoever comes to christ, must believe, as that he is, so withal that he is a Rewarder too. cc c-crq vvz p-acp np1, vmb vvi, p-acp cst pns31 vbz, av av cst pns31 vbz dt n1 av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1118 A Rewarder, but of whom? and on what Condition? for he is not a Rewarder of all in general, no nor of All that do believe him to have the Office of a Rewarder, But of all such as seek him, A Rewarder, but of whom? and on what Condition? for he is not a Rewarder of all in general, not nor of All that do believe him to have the Office of a Rewarder, But of all such as seek him, dt n1, cc-acp pp-f r-crq? cc p-acp r-crq n1? c-acp pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n1, xx ccx pp-f d cst vdb vvb pno31 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp pp-f d d c-acp vvb pno31, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1119 and that with diligence, And of all who thus believe in Him as in the Lord Jesus Christ. and that with diligence, And of all who thus believe in Him as in the Lord jesus christ. cc d p-acp n1, cc pp-f d r-crq av vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1120 Such an important monosyllable is the Praeposition in, (as 'tis the English of the Greek NONLATINALPHABET, Such an important monosyllable is the Preposition in, (as it's the English of the Greek, d dt j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp, (c-acp pn31|vbz dt jp pp-f dt jp, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1121 and in conjunction with an Accusative, ) that the Life of the Text would be lost without it. and in conjunction with an Accusative,) that the Life of the Text would be lost without it. cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j,) cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1122 For standing here, as it does, betwixt the Act, and the Object, it does imply the true nature of saving Faith. For standing Here, as it does, betwixt the Act, and the Object, it does imply the true nature of Saving Faith. p-acp vvg av, c-acp pn31 vdz, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, pn31 vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f vvg n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 175 Page 226
1123 Pass we on from the Nature to the Necessity of Believing. Pass we on from the Nature to the Necessity of Believing. vvb pns12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 176 Page 226
1124 Which here is visibly imply'd by the Retrospect of the Text, as 'tis an Answer to the Question, [ NONLATINALPHABET, what must I do that I may be sav'd? ] for sure the sense of the Answer, if it be adaequate to the Question, must needs be This, Thou must believe in the Lord Jesus Christ. Which Here is visibly implied by the Retrospect of the Text, as it's an Answer to the Question, [, what must I do that I may be saved? ] for sure the sense of the Answer, if it be adequate to the Question, must needs be This, Thou must believe in the Lord jesus christ. r-crq av vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31|vbz dt vvb p-acp dt vvb, [, r-crq vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vbb vvn? ] c-acp j dt n1 pp-f dt vvb, cs pn31 vbb j p-acp dt vvb, vmb av vbi d, pns21 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 176 Page 226
1125 It is of absolute Necessity, and indispensably requir'd. For, as without our pleasing God, it is impossible to be sav'd, so (we know) without Faith, it is impossible to please him, Heb. 11. 6. Last of all we have here the Issue, or the Conclusion of the whole Matter, at once implyed in the Reflexion of the Answer upon the Question, and expressed in the words of the Answer too. It is of absolute Necessity, and indispensably required. For, as without our pleasing God, it is impossible to be saved, so (we know) without Faith, it is impossible to please him, Hebrew 11. 6. Last of all we have Here the Issue, or the Conclusion of the Whole Matter, At once employed in the Reflection of the Answer upon the Question, and expressed in the words of the Answer too. pn31 vbz pp-f j n1, cc av-j vvn. p-acp, c-acp p-acp po12 vvg np1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, av (pns12 vvb) p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31, np1 crd crd ord pp-f d pns12 vhb av dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvb p-acp dt vvb, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 176 Page 227
1126 Salvation is not the Effect, but yet the necessary event of our Faith in Christ. Nor is it properly the wages, but most certainly the Reward of a true Believer. Salvation is not the Effect, but yet the necessary event of our Faith in christ. Nor is it properly the wages, but most Certainly the Reward of a true Believer. n1 vbz xx dt vvb, p-acp av dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1. ccx vbz pn31 av-j dt n2, p-acp ds av-j dt vvb pp-f dt j n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 177 Page 227
1127 It comes to pass as unavoidably upon the Praemisses suppos'd, as an Effect on a supposal of all things requisite to its Production. It comes to pass as avoidable upon the Premises supposed, as an Effect on a supposal of all things requisite to its Production. pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j p-acp dt n2 vvn, c-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 j p-acp po31 n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 177 Page 227
1128 For the Question having been This, [ What must I do that I may be sav'd, ] to which the Answer is, Believe, and thou shalt be sav'd, (An Answer given by Paul and Silas who spake as the Spirit gave them utterance, ) here does arise a mutual Inference, as of the Praecept and the Promise, so of the Duty and the Reward. Here is a necessary Tendency of the first towards the second, and a necessary Dependence of the second upon the first. For as Salvation cannot be had (by such as live under the Gospel, without a praevious Belief in the Lord Iesus Christ, so wheresoever such Believing does go before, 'tis very plain that Salvation must follow after. Both afford us matter of Caution, and Comfort too. For the Question having been This, [ What must I do that I may be saved, ] to which the Answer is, Believe, and thou shalt be saved, (an Answer given by Paul and Silas who spoke as the Spirit gave them utterance,) Here does arise a mutual Inference, as of the Precept and the Promise, so of the Duty and the Reward. Here is a necessary Tendency of the First towards the second, and a necessary Dependence of the second upon the First. For as Salvation cannot be had (by such as live under the Gospel, without a previous Belief in the Lord Iesus christ, so wheresoever such Believing does go before, it's very plain that Salvation must follow After. Both afford us matter of Caution, and Comfort too. p-acp dt n1 vhg vbn d, [ q-crq vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn, ] pc-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz, vvb, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, (dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc np1 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 vvd pno32 n1,) av vdz vvi dt j n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cc dt vvb, av pp-f dt n1 cc dt vvb. av vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ord p-acp dt ord, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt ord p-acp dt ord. c-acp c-acp n1 vmbx vbi vhn (p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, av c-crq d vvg vdz vvi a-acp, pn31|vbz av j cst n1 vmb vvi a-acp. av-d vvi pno12 n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 177 Page 228
1129 The former serving to humble, and the latter to support us. That defends us from Praesumption, and This secures us from Despair. The former serving to humble, and the latter to support us. That defends us from Presumption, and This secures us from Despair. dt j vvg p-acp j, cc dt d p-acp vvb pno12. cst vvz pno12 p-acp n1, cc d vvz pno12 p-acp n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 177 Page 228
1130 Thus have I done with the Division, and (in the ordering of That ) with the Explication of the Text. Wherein if I have trespass't by too much length, it will in justice be imputed to my Desire of Perspicuity, and of making it one Arrest unto the Plausible Objection that lyes against it. Thus have I done with the Division, and (in the ordering of That) with the Explication of the Text. Wherein if I have trespassed by too much length, it will in Justice be imputed to my Desire of Perspicuity, and of making it one Arrest unto the Plausible Objection that lies against it. av vhb pns11 vdn p-acp dt n1, cc (p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f cst) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 c-crq cs pns11 vhb vvn p-acp av d n1, pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn p-acp po11 vvb pp-f n1, cc pp-f vvg pn31 crd n1 p-acp dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 178 Page 228
1131 § 6. In the ensuing Tractation of it, I must begin with the Act which is here express'd, and consider it as relating to the first and chief Object. And this I must do in such a manner, § 6. In the ensuing Tractation of it, I must begin with the Act which is Here expressed, and Consider it as relating to the First and chief Object. And this I must do in such a manner, § crd p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz av vvd, cc vvb pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp dt ord cc j-jn n1. cc d pns11 vmb vdi p-acp d dt n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 179 Page 228
1132 as to make it a farther Antidote against the venom of the Objection. Which to the end that I may do with the more success, I must explore by such ways as are not able to mislead us, what of necessity must be meant by such an Act of Believing, as does arise from an Habit of saving Faith. For as every one that paints is not presently a Painter, nor every Painter an Apelles; so 'tis not every Belief which can denominate a Believer, nor is it every Believer who can be sav'd. It will not therefore be sufficient to preach up the Faith of Christ in general, (which yet too many are wont to do, as to make it a farther Antidote against the venom of the Objection. Which to the end that I may do with the more success, I must explore by such ways as Are not able to mislead us, what of necessity must be meant by such an Act of Believing, as does arise from an Habit of Saving Faith. For as every one that paints is not presently a Painter, nor every Painter an Apelles; so it's not every Belief which can denominate a Believer, nor is it every Believer who can be saved. It will not Therefore be sufficient to preach up the Faith of christ in general, (which yet too many Are wont to do, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. r-crq p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vdi p-acp dt av-dc n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pno12, r-crq pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1. c-acp c-acp d pi cst vvz vbz xx av-j dt n1, ccx d n1 dt np1; av pn31|vbz xx d n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1, ccx vbz pn31 d n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn. pn31 vmb xx av vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (r-crq av av d vbr j pc-acp vdi, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 179 Page 229
1133 because 'tis easiest to be done,) nor to depredicate in particular the several rare Fruits and Effects of Faith, without distinguishing all along betwixt the Roots and the Causes from whence they grow; But we must first have the Patience to learn our selves, and then the Care as well as Skill to make it visible unto others, how much The Habit of salvifick or saving Faith is meant to grasp and comprehend in its whole Importance; and so (by a consequence unavoidable) how much short of Salvation, every Faith, without This, will be sure to land us. Because it's Easiest to be done,) nor to depredicate in particular the several rare Fruits and Effects of Faith, without distinguishing all along betwixt the Roots and the Causes from whence they grow; But we must First have the Patience to Learn our selves, and then the Care as well as Skill to make it visible unto Others, how much The Habit of salvific or Saving Faith is meant to grasp and comprehend in its Whole Importance; and so (by a consequence unavoidable) how much short of Salvation, every Faith, without This, will be sure to land us. c-acp pn31|vbz js pc-acp vbi vdn,) ccx pc-acp vvi p-acp j dt j j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg d a-acp p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb; p-acp pns12 vmb ord vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc av dt vvb c-acp av c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp n2-jn, c-crq d dt n1 pp-f vvi cc vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvi cc vvb p-acp po31 j-jn n1; cc av (p-acp dt n1 j) c-crq d j pp-f n1, d n1, p-acp d, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 179 Page 229
1134 Now in the bringing of this about (wherein 'tis certainly as needful, as it is difficult to be Orthodox, Now in the bringing of this about (wherein it's Certainly as needful, as it is difficult to be Orthodox, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d a-acp (c-crq pn31|vbz av-j p-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 180 Page 229
1135 and yet wherein Learned men have seldom hitherto agreed, ) we are all apt to err with the greater ease, the less we are able to determin, and yet wherein Learned men have seldom hitherto agreed,) we Are all apt to err with the greater ease, the less we Are able to determine, cc av c-crq j n2 vhb av av vvn,) pns12 vbr d j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc n1, dt av-dc pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 180 Page 230
1136 how many Acceptions of the word Faith may be found in Scripture. how many Acceptions of the word Faith may be found in Scripture. c-crq d n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 180 Page 230
1137 For (not to speak of its Import in human Authors) we may observe it in holy Writ to have been used in so Many and Different senses, that School-Divines have strangely varied touching its various significations. For first Medina will acknowledge but two Acceptions of the word Faith. Albertus Magnus allows of five. Alphonsus à Castro admits of seven. Vega goes higher, For (not to speak of its Import in human Authors) we may observe it in holy Writ to have been used in so Many and Different Senses, that School divines have strangely varied touching its various significations. For First Medina will acknowledge but two Acceptions of the word Faith. Albert Magnus allows of five. Alphonsus à Castro admits of seven. Vega Goes higher, p-acp (xx pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j n2) pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp av d cc j n2, cst j vhb av-j vvn vvg po31 j n2. p-acp ord np1 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 pp-f dt n1 n1. np1 np1 vvz pp-f crd. np1 fw-fr np1 vvz pp-f crd. np1 vvz av-jc, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 180 Page 230
1138 as far as Nine. Bonaventure and Valentia arise to ten. Alexander Hallensis will have eleven. Nay Sotus tells us of some who are for fifteen significations, as Far as Nine. Bonaventure and Valentia arise to ten. Alexander Hallensis will have eleven. Nay Sotus tells us of Some who Are for fifteen significations, c-acp av-j c-acp crd. np1 cc np1 vvb p-acp crd. np1 np1 vmb vhi crd. uh np1 vvz pno12 pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp crd n2, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 180 Page 230
1139 whereas Himself (with Medina ) will own but two. whereas Himself (with Medina) will own but two. cs px31 (p-acp np1) vmb d cc-acp crd. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 180 Page 230
1140 I will not presume to be an Umpire between so many and subtil School-men, though I confess I am not able to give an absolute Assent unto either of them. I will not presume to be an Umpire between so many and subtle Schoolmen, though I confess I am not able to give an absolute Assent unto either of them. pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp av d cc j n2, cs pns11 vvb pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 181 Page 230
1141 I can evince that the word Faith hath very various significations, and easily instance in the chief, whereof 'tis dangerous to be ignorant, or which at least it will be useful very particularly to know. But when I shall have given pregnant Instances of Many, and those the Most that at present I can discern, I shall not be so Dogmatical as to deny that there are more. I can evince that the word Faith hath very various significations, and Easily instance in the chief, whereof it's dangerous to be ignorant, or which At least it will be useful very particularly to know. But when I shall have given pregnant Instances of Many, and those the Most that At present I can discern, I shall not be so Dogmatical as to deny that there Are more. pns11 vmb vvi d dt n1 n1 vhz j j n2, cc av-j n1 p-acp dt j-jn, c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbi j, cc r-crq p-acp ds pn31 vmb vbi j av av-j p-acp vvb. cc-acp c-crq pns11 vmb vhi vvn j n2 pp-f d, cc d dt av-ds cst p-acp j pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb xx vbi av j c-acp p-acp vvb cst a-acp vbr av-dc. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 181 Page 231
1142 First 'tis clear that the word Faith does signify Faithfulness and Truth. As Rom. 3. 3, 4. What if some did not believe? shall their Unbelief make the Faith of God of none effect? no, let God be true, and every man a lyar. First it's clear that the word Faith does signify Faithfulness and Truth. As Rom. 3. 3, 4. What if Some did not believe? shall their Unbelief make the Faith of God of none Effect? no, let God be true, and every man a liar. ord pn31|vbz j cst dt n1 n1 vdz vvi n1 cc n1. p-acp np1 crd crd, crd q-crq cs d vdd xx vvi? vmb po32 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f pi n1? av-dx, vvb np1 vbi j, cc d n1 dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 231
1143 Next it signify's The Promise, which is in faithfulness and Truth to be performed. And of this we have an instance 1 Tim. 5. 12. where the wanton young Widows are said to be lyable to Damnation, because they have cast off their first Faith. Next it signify's The Promise, which is in faithfulness and Truth to be performed. And of this we have an instance 1 Tim. 5. 12. where the wanton young Widows Are said to be liable to Damnation, Because they have cast off their First Faith. ord pn31 vvz dt vvb, r-crq vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. cc pp-f d pns12 vhb dt n1 crd np1 crd crd n1 dt j-jn j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn a-acp po32 ord n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 231
1144 That is, their Promise of constant widowhood which they had made unto the Church, whose single Interest and Service they had thereby wedded and espous'd. Thence it signify's a Confidence, as that is opposed to Distrust; A full Dependance on the Power, and a firm adhaerence unto the Promises of our Lord. That is, their Promise of constant widowhood which they had made unto the Church, whose single Interest and Service they had thereby wedded and espoused. Thence it signify's a Confidence, as that is opposed to Distrust; A full Dependence on the Power, and a firm adherence unto the Promises of our Lord. cst vbz, po32 vvb pp-f j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, rg-crq j n1 cc n1 pns32 vhd av vvn cc vvn. av pn31 vvz dt n1, p-acp cst vbz vvn p-acp vvb; dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt vvz pp-f po12 n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 231
1145 Thus it was used by our Saviour, when Peter cryed as he was sinking, [ Lord save me, ] O thou of little Faith, Thus it was used by our Saviour, when Peter cried as he was sinking, [ Lord save me, ] Oh thou of little Faith, av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-crq np1 vvd c-acp pns31 vbds vvg, [ n1 p-acp pno11, ] uh pns21 pp-f j n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 231
1146 wherefore didst thou doubt? Matth. 14. 31. In the same sense he said to the two blind men, Do ye believe that I can do this? according to your Faith be it unto you, Matth. 9. 29. And thus 'tis used by St. Iames, by whom we are exhorted to ask in Faith, nothing wavering, James 1. 6. Again we find the word Faith set to signifie Conscience, or knowledge compar'd with the Rule of Action, as 'tis observ'd by Theophylact, and the Interlineary Gloss upon Rom. 14. 23. whatsoever is not of Faith, is Sin. Nay Faith, by a Synecdoche, is made to signifie the Gospel. Whereof we meet with an Example Gal. 3. 25. where when 'tis said, After Faith is come, we are no longer under a School-Master: Wherefore didst thou doubt? Matthew 14. 31. In the same sense he said to the two blind men, Do you believe that I can do this? according to your Faith be it unto you, Matthew 9. 29. And thus it's used by Saint James, by whom we Are exhorted to ask in Faith, nothing wavering, James 1. 6. Again we find the word Faith Set to signify Conscience, or knowledge compared with the Rule of Actium, as it's observed by Theophylact, and the Interlineary Gloss upon Rom. 14. 23. whatsoever is not of Faith, is Sin. Nay Faith, by a Synecdoche, is made to signify the Gospel. Whereof we meet with an Exampl Gal. 3. 25. where when it's said, After Faith is come, we Are no longer under a School-Master: q-crq vdd2 pns21 vvi? np1 crd crd p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt crd j n2, vdb pn22 vvi d pns11 vmb vdi d? vvg p-acp po22 n1 vbi pn31 p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd cc av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1, pix vvg, np1 crd crd av pns12 vvb dt n1 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp vvd, cc dt j n1 p-acp np1 crd crd r-crq vbz xx pp-f n1, vbz np1 uh n1, p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 crd crd n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, p-acp n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 232
1147 The plain meaning of it is only This, That after the coming of the Gospel we are no longer under the Law. The plain meaning of it is only This, That After the coming of the Gospel we Are no longer under the Law. dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-j d, cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 232
1148 It is sometimes us'd to signifie a bare Assent; And such is that Faith which is call'd historical, and is common to men with believing Devils, James 2. 19. But as sometimes an Assent, so at other times the Object assented to. And of this we have an Instance in the Epistle of St. Iude, where to contend for the Faith which was once deliver'd unto the Saints, is nothing else but to contend for the Creed it self, the Christian Doctrin, which is the Ground, and the Rule of Faith. It is sometime used to signify a bore Assent; And such is that Faith which is called historical, and is Common to men with believing Devils, James 2. 19. But as sometime an Assent, so At other times the Object assented to. And of this we have an Instance in the Epistle of Saint Iude, where to contend for the Faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints, is nothing Else but to contend for the Creed it self, the Christian Doctrine, which is the Ground, and the Rule of Faith. pn31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi dt j vvi; cc d vbz cst n1 r-crq vbz vvn j, cc vbz j p-acp n2 p-acp vvg n2, np1 crd crd cc-acp c-acp av dt n1, av p-acp j-jn n2 dt n1 vvd p-acp. cc pp-f d pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, vbz pix av cc-acp p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, dt njp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1, cc dt vvb pp-f n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 182 Page 232
1149 § 7. Thus we find the word Faith in seven distinct significations; But none of These will amount to a saving Faith, however some of These are Ingredients in it. § 7. Thus we find the word Faith in seven distinct significations; But none of These will amount to a Saving Faith, however Some of These Are Ingredients in it. § crd av pns12 vvb dt n1 n1 p-acp crd j n2; p-acp pix pp-f d vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n1, c-acp d pp-f d vbr n2 p-acp pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 183 Page 233
1150 For saving Faith is not only an Habit or Faculty of the Intellect, whereby we firmly and without fear, but yet withal without evidence, assent to all things propos'd to be believed in the Church as reveal'd by God, (which is the Schoolmen's Definition of a justifying Faith, or (as they rather love to speak) of the Faith which is infused in Iustification, ) For This is but part of that Description, which the same men afford to the Faith of Miracles, whereby a man may move Mountains, and yet be damn'd; may cast out Devils, and be himself possess'd with them; For Saving Faith is not only an Habit or Faculty of the Intellect, whereby we firmly and without Fear, but yet withal without evidence, assent to all things proposed to be believed in the Church as revealed by God, (which is the Schoolmen's Definition of a justifying Faith, or (as they rather love to speak) of the Faith which is infused in Justification,) For This is but part of that Description, which the same men afford to the Faith of Miracles, whereby a man may move Mountains, and yet be damned; may cast out Devils, and be himself possessed with them; p-acp vvg n1 vbz xx av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 av-j cc p-acp n1, p-acp av av p-acp n1, n1 p-acp d n2 vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp vvn p-acp np1, (r-crq vbz dt ng2 n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cc (c-acp pns32 av-c vvb pc-acp vvi) pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1,) p-acp d vbz p-acp vvb pp-f d n1, r-crq dt d n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n2, cc av vbi vvn; vmb vvi av n2, cc vbi px31 vvn p-acp pno32; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 183 Page 233
1151 as is evident from the preaching both of our Saviour and St. Paul, Matth. 7. 22, 23. 1 Cor. 13. 2. Nor is it only such a Relyance on the mercy of God, and the merits of a Saviour, as carrys with it a full Persuasion of the Remission of our Sins; (as some who are Enemies to the Schoolmen are wont to teach;) for This may possibly be alone, unattended with Repentance and change of Life; And being not the Mother of such an off-spring, it must by consequence be inferr'd to be but the Daughter of Praesumption. as is evident from the preaching both of our Saviour and Saint Paul, Matthew 7. 22, 23. 1 Cor. 13. 2. Nor is it only such a Reliance on the mercy of God, and the merits of a Saviour, as carrys with it a full Persuasion of the Remission of our Sins; (as Some who Are Enemies to the Schoolmen Are wont to teach;) for This may possibly be alone, unattended with Repentance and change of Life; And being not the Mother of such an offspring, it must by consequence be inferred to be but the Daughter of Presumption. a-acp vbz j p-acp dt vvg d pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1, np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd ccx vbz pn31 j d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vvz p-acp pn31 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (c-acp d r-crq vbr n2 p-acp dt n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi;) p-acp d vmb av-j vbi av-j, j p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; cc vbg xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 183 Page 234
1152 § 8. No, the saving Faith is That, which comprehends Both the former, and more than Both. It is indeed the very Pandect of all that is requisite to Salvation, by being the Substance and the Epitome even of all other Duties required of us. § 8. No, the Saving Faith is That, which comprehends Both the former, and more than Both. It is indeed the very Pandect of all that is requisite to Salvation, by being the Substance and the Epitome even of all other Duties required of us. § crd uh-dx, dt vvg n1 vbz d, r-crq vvz av-d dt j, cc dc cs d pn31 vbz av dt j vvb pp-f d cst vbz j p-acp n1, p-acp vbg dt n1 cc dt n1 av pp-f d j-jn n2 vvn pp-f pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 234
1153 In so much that we must learn how to expound it when alone, by what we find spoken of it when it stands in conjunction with other Duties. In so much that we must Learn how to expound it when alone, by what we find spoken of it when it Stands in conjunction with other Duties. p-acp av av-d cst pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvb pn31 c-crq av-j, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb vvn pp-f pn31 c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 234
1154 For when our Saviour gave Commission for the preaching of the Gospel to every Creature, he did not only say, He that believeth shall be sav'd; For when our Saviour gave Commission for the preaching of the Gospel to every Creature, he did not only say, He that Believeth shall be saved; p-acp c-crq po12 n1 vvd n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi, pns31 cst vvz vmb vbi vvn; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 234
1155 But he that believeth and is Baptèzed, He's the man that shall be sav'd, Mark 16. 16. And so when He preached first in Galilee, He did not only say, Believe; But, Repent, and Believe the Gospel, ( Mark 1. 15.) And still by Repentance is meant amendment, as St. Peter hath explain'd it by his Preaching at Ierusalem in Solomon's Porch. Where he did not only say, Repent and Believe; Nor only Repent, and be Baptized, (as he had said a while before,) but Repent and be Converted, that your sins may be blotted out, (Acts 3. 19.) Again in other places of Scripture we find it coupl'd with Confession, without the company of which it is nothing worth. And of this I gave examples in the Division of the Text. Nay we read in other Scriptures, touching the work, and the Law, and the Obedience of Faith. Nay in one place especially, I observe the two phrases [ To Believe, and To Obey, ] are clearly us'd as NONLATINALPHABET, in the very same breath importing both the same Thing, and promiscuously expressing the one the other. The Place I speak of is Rom. 10. 16. But they have not obey'd the Gospel: But he that Believeth and is Baptèzed, He's the man that shall be saved, Mark 16. 16. And so when He preached First in Galilee, He did not only say, Believe; But, repent, and Believe the Gospel, (Mark 1. 15.) And still by Repentance is meant amendment, as Saint Peter hath explained it by his Preaching At Ierusalem in Solomon's Porch. Where he did not only say, repent and Believe; Nor only repent, and be Baptised, (as he had said a while before,) but repent and be Converted, that your Sins may be blotted out, (Acts 3. 19.) Again in other places of Scripture we find it coupled with Confessi, without the company of which it is nothing worth. And of this I gave Examples in the Division of the Text. Nay we read in other Scriptures, touching the work, and the Law, and the obedience of Faith. Nay in one place especially, I observe the two phrases [ To Believe, and To Obey, ] Are clearly used as, in the very same breath importing both the same Thing, and promiscuously expressing the one the other. The Place I speak of is Rom. 10. 16. But they have not obeyed the Gospel: p-acp pns31 cst vvz cc vbz vvn, pns31|vbz dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, vvb crd crd cc av c-crq pns31 vvd ord p-acp np1, pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi, vvb; p-acp, vvb, cc vvb dt n1, (vvb crd crd) cc av p-acp n1 vbz vvn n1, p-acp n1 np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po31 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1. c-crq pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi, vvb cc vvb; ccx j vvb, cc vbi j-vvn, (c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 a-acp,) p-acp vvb cc vbi vvn, cst po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn av, (n2 crd crd) av p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb pn31 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vbz pix j. cc pp-f d pns11 vvd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 uh-x pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, vvg dt vvi, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. uh p-acp crd n1 av-j, pns11 vvb dt crd n2 [ pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, ] vbr av-j vvn p-acp, p-acp dt av d n1 vvg d dt d n1, cc av-j vvg dt crd dt j-jn. dt n1 pns11 vvb pp-f vbz np1 crd crd p-acp pns32 vhb xx vvd dt n1: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 235
1156 For Esaias saith, who hath Believed our Report? now if obeying in the first clause did not signify Believing, it must have been in the second, [ who hath obeyed our report? ] because it is in the first, [ But they have not obeyed the Gospel ] And if Believing in the second clause did not signify obeying, it must have been in the first, [ But they have not Believ'd the Gospel, ] because it is in the second, [ who hath Believed our report? ] else what means the Causal For, by which the second Clause is proved to give a reason of the first? for this is evidently the Logick which our Apostle there useth. For Isaiah Says, who hath Believed our Report? now if obeying in the First clause did not signify Believing, it must have been in the second, [ who hath obeyed our report? ] Because it is in the First, [ But they have not obeyed the Gospel ] And if Believing in the second clause did not signify obeying, it must have been in the First, [ But they have not Believed the Gospel, ] Because it is in the second, [ who hath Believed our report? ] Else what means the Causal For, by which the second Clause is proved to give a reason of the First? for this is evidently the Logic which our Apostle there uses. c-acp np1 vvz, r-crq vhz vvd po12 n1? av cs vvg p-acp dt ord n1 vdd xx vvi vvg, pn31 vmb vhi vbn p-acp dt ord, [ r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1? ] c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord, [ cc-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn dt n1 ] cc cs vvg p-acp dt ord n1 vdd xx vvi vvg, pn31 vmb vhi vbn p-acp dt ord, [ cc-acp pns32 vhb xx vvd dt n1, ] c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord, [ r-crq vhz vvd po12 n1? ] av q-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp, p-acp r-crq dt ord n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f dt ord? p-acp d vbz av-j dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 a-acp vvz. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 236
1157 To Believe the report of the Evangelical Prophet Isaiah, is to Obey the holy Gospel which he prophetically preached. To Believe the report of the Evangelical Prophet Isaiah, is to Obey the holy Gospel which he prophetically preached. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1 np1, vbz p-acp vvb dt j n1 r-crq pns31 av-j vvd. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 236
1158 But they have not Believ'd the former; Therefore they have not obey'd the latter. But neither have we yet the utmost of saving Faith. For as it signifies an obedience to all the Commandments of the Law, in that it worketh by Love, which is indeed the fulfilling of it, so it does many times imply a Perseverance (in Love, But they have not Believed the former; Therefore they have not obeyed the latter. But neither have we yet the utmost of Saving Faith. For as it signifies an Obedience to all the commandments of the Law, in that it works by Love, which is indeed the fulfilling of it, so it does many times imply a Perseverance (in Love, p-acp pns32 vhb xx vvd dt j; av pns32 vhb xx vvd dt d. p-acp dx vhb pns12 av dt j pp-f vvg n1. c-acp c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp cst pn31 vvz p-acp n1, r-crq vbz av dt vvg pp-f pn31, av pn31 vdz d n2 vvb dt n1 (p-acp n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 236
1159 and in Obedience,) unto the end. As when 'tis said by the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, We are not of Them that draw back unto Perdition, But of Them that Believe to the saving of the Soul. We read of some who had a Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and in obedience,) unto the end. As when it's said by the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, We Are not of Them that draw back unto Perdition, But of Them that Believe to the Saving of the Soul. We read of Some who had a Faith in the Lord jesus christ, cc p-acp n1,) p-acp dt n1. c-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np2, pns12 vbr xx pp-f pno32 cst vvb av p-acp n1, cc-acp pp-f pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb pp-f d r-crq vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 236
1160 but such as was utterly overthrown by Hymenaeus and Philetus, (whose words did eat into their Faith as doth a Canker, ) and so however for a time it might have justified, yet for want of perseverance it could not save them. but such as was utterly overthrown by Hymenaeus and Philetus, (whose words did eat into their Faith as does a Canker,) and so however for a time it might have justified, yet for want of perseverance it could not save them. cc-acp d c-acp vbds av-j vvn p-acp np1 cc np1, (r-crq n2 vdd vvi p-acp po32 n1 c-acp vdz dt n1,) cc av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmd vhi vvn, av p-acp vvb pp-f n1 pn31 vmd xx p-acp pno32. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 236
1161 For let the Nature of our Faith be what it can, still 'tis a Requisite to Salvation, That we indure unto the End, Matth. 24. 13. For let the Nature of our Faith be what it can, still it's a Requisite to Salvation, That we endure unto the End, Matthew 24. 13. p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, av pn31|vbz dt j p-acp n1, cst pns12 vvi p-acp dt vvb, np1 crd crd (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 184 Page 236
1162 § 9. Now when the Faith of a Believer is arriv'd at such a pitch as hath been describ'd, by Repentance, and Conversion, and Perseverance unto the end, or (to use St. Paul's words, 1. Thess. 1. 3.) by his work of Faith, his labour of Love, and his Patience of Hope, (that is to say in terms yet plainer,) by the obedience which his Faith, and by the Industry which his Love, and by the Constancy which his Hope in the Lord Jesus Christ hath effected in him, § 9. Now when the Faith of a Believer is arrived At such a pitch as hath been described, by Repentance, and Conversion, and Perseverance unto the end, or (to use Saint Paul's words, 1. Thess 1. 3.) by his work of Faith, his labour of Love, and his Patience of Hope, (that is to say in terms yet plainer,) by the Obedience which his Faith, and by the Industry which his Love, and by the Constancy which his Hope in the Lord jesus christ hath effected in him, § crd av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vhz vbn vvn, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc (pc-acp vvi n1 npg1 n2, crd np1 crd crd) p-acp po31 vvi pp-f n1, po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f n1, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 av av-jc,) p-acp dt n1 r-crq po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq po31 vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq po31 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 237
1163 so that the Righteousness of God hath been successfully revealed from Faith to Faith, (as St. Paul expresseth a Perseverance in Faith, Rom. 1. 17.) It is then indeed the Substance of things hoped for, so that the Righteousness of God hath been successfully revealed from Faith to Faith, (as Saint Paul Expresses a Perseverance in Faith, Rom. 1. 17.) It is then indeed the Substance of things hoped for, av d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd) pn31 vbz av av dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 237
1164 and the Evidence of things not seen, and virtually the Praesence of things yet future. A steady Dependance upon God for the Performance of his Promise, and a confident expectation of the Glory to be reveal'd. A being convinc'd that That is true by a mental Demonstration, which does not fall under an ocular. And as, in other respects, Faith is said to be the Hand, so in This is it the Eye of a pious Soul, wherewith looking up to Iesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith, we may easily see our way through any Night of Tribulation that can befall us. and the Evidence of things not seen, and virtually the Presence of things yet future. A steady Dependence upon God for the Performance of his Promise, and a confident expectation of the Glory to be revealed. A being convinced that That is true by a mental Demonstration, which does not fallen under an ocular. And as, in other respects, Faith is said to be the Hand, so in This is it the Eye of a pious Soul, wherewith looking up to Iesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith, we may Easily see our Way through any Night of Tribulation that can befall us. cc dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n2 av j-jn. dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. np1 vbg vvd d cst vbz j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j. cc p-acp, p-acp j-jn n2, n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, av p-acp d vbz pn31 dt vvb pp-f dt j n1, c-crq vvg a-acp p-acp np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvb po12 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vvi pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 238
1165 Thus we see how saving Faith does carry Hope in its Importance, as well as Charity; as may appear by the Duplicity of the Apostle's Definition, which seems to have a twofold Genus, and a twofold Differentia. For first he saith it is the Substance, and then the Evidence. In as much as 'tis an evidence, it is objected on Things invisible; But in as much as 'tis a Substance, so it is of Things which are hoped for. A Definition very fitly against the Method and the Rules of Art and Nature, because it is of such a Quality as is exceedingly above them. Thus we see how Saving Faith does carry Hope in its Importance, as well as Charity; as may appear by the Duplicity of the Apostle's Definition, which seems to have a twofold Genus, and a twofold Differentia. For First he Says it is the Substance, and then the Evidence. In as much as it's an evidence, it is objected on Things invisible; But in as much as it's a Substance, so it is of Things which Are hoped for. A Definition very fitly against the Method and the Rules of Art and Nature, Because it is of such a Quality as is exceedingly above them. av pns12 vvb c-crq vvg n1 vdz vvi vvb p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1; c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi dt j fw-la, cc dt j fw-la. p-acp ord pns31 vvz pn31 vbz dt n1, cc av dt n1. p-acp p-acp d c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 j; cc-acp p-acp c-acp d c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1, av pn31 vbz pp-f n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp. dt n1 j av-j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vbz av-vvg p-acp pno32. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 238
1166 And yet it is a Definition, whereof I think it will be easy to give a rational Accompt. And yet it is a Definition, whereof I think it will be easy to give a rational Account. cc av pn31 vbz dt n1, c-crq pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j vvb. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 238
1167 For this Faith being (an Act, or rather) an Habit of the Intellect, And yet determin'd to its object by the Empire of the Will which is at last its Subject too, ( That as expressed by the word Fides, and This as well by the word Fiducia, ) 'tis plain its object must be consider'd both as True, and as Good. As the object of the Intellect, the Injoyments of Heaven are still consider'd by us as True, and so are properly contemplated as Things not seen whereof there is yet no other Evidence, than that of Faith. But as the object of the Will, they are consider'd by us as Good, and so are properly here expressed by Things hoped for, and Faith of such may be call'd the Substance. Though not in a logical, or physical, or metaphysical Sense, For this Faith being (an Act, or rather) an Habit of the Intellect, And yet determined to its Object by the Empire of the Will which is At last its Subject too, (That as expressed by the word Fides, and This as well by the word Fiducia,) it's plain its Object must be considered both as True, and as Good. As the Object of the Intellect, the Enjoyments of Heaven Are still considered by us as True, and so Are properly contemplated as Things not seen whereof there is yet no other Evidence, than that of Faith. But as the Object of the Will, they Are considered by us as Good, and so Are properly Here expressed by Things hoped for, and Faith of such may be called the Substance. Though not in a logical, or physical, or metaphysical Sense, p-acp d n1 vbg (dt n1, cc av-c) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vmb r-crq vbz p-acp ord po31 j-jn av, (cst a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, cc d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 np1,) pn31|vbz j po31 vvi vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp j, cc c-acp j. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j, cc av vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2 xx vvn c-crq pc-acp vbz av dx j-jn n1, cs cst pp-f n1. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vmb, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j, cc av vbr av-j av vvn p-acp n2 vvn p-acp, cc n1 pp-f d vmb vbi vvn dt n1. cs xx p-acp dt j, cc j, cc j n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 239
1168 yet in a moral, and metaphorical; as that which is first in every kind, and either radically or vertually contains the rest in it, is said to be the Substance of all the rest; yet in a moral, and metaphorical; as that which is First in every kind, and either radically or virtually contains the rest in it, is said to be the Substance of all the rest; av p-acp dt j, cc j; p-acp d r-crq vbz ord p-acp d n1, cc d av-j cc av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 239
1169 as the Contents are the substance of the following Chapter; or as Adam was the Substance of all Mankind; or as there is said to be a Substance and Body of Sin, which very Body is also said to have a strength, and a sting. And then with a greater force of reason may Faith be said to be the Substance of things hoped for, because it hath an amazing power of presentiating the things which are wrapt up in Futurity, and represents them all at once, as the Contents Are the substance of the following Chapter; or as Adam was the Substance of all Mankind; or as there is said to be a Substance and Body of since, which very Body is also said to have a strength, and a sting. And then with a greater force of reason may Faith be said to be the Substance of things hoped for, Because it hath an amazing power of presentiating the things which Are wrapped up in Futurity, and represents them all At once, c-acp dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1; cc c-acp np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1; cc c-acp pc-acp vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1, cc dt n1. cc av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vmb n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, c-acp pn31 vhz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvz pno32 d p-acp a-acp, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 239
1170 as well to the Will, as the Understanding. It gives us (as I may say) a kind of Livery and Seisin of all we hope and pray for, and even long to be united to, though by the Help of a Dissolution. In so much that the Plenitude of this One Grace in the sense I mention'd (which Plenitude is expressed by a threefold NONLATINALPHABET, as well to the Will, as the Understanding. It gives us (as I may say) a kind of Livery and Seisin of all we hope and pray for, and even long to be united to, though by the Help of a Dissolution. In so much that the Plenitude of this One Grace in the sense I mentioned (which Plenitude is expressed by a threefold, c-acp av p-acp dt vmb, p-acp dt n1. pn31 vvz pno12 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f d po12 vvb cc vvb p-acp, cc av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1. p-acp av av-d cst dt n1 pp-f d crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvn (r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 240
1171 and boldly rendred a full Assurance, ) I say the Plenitude or fulness of this one Grace, which is attainable by Christians whilst here below, is worthily reckon'd by St. Paul, The Inchoation of our Glory. This very Grace is once affirm'd to be a kind of beatifick (although an antedated ) Vision of the Glory of God. and boldly rendered a full Assurance,) I say the Plenitude or fullness of this one Grace, which is attainable by Christians while Here below, is worthily reckoned by Saint Paul, The Inchoation of our Glory. This very Grace is once affirmed to be a kind of beatific (although an antedated) Vision of the Glory of God. cc av-j vvn dt j n1,) pns11 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d crd n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp np1 cs av a-acp, vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. d j vvb vbz a-acp vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f vvi (cs dt j-vvn) n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 240
1172 And for a man to leave This for a better world, with such a cordial Believing in the Lord Iesus Christ as was here recommended by Paul and Silas, (which I have hitherto explain'd by several passages of Scripture,) is nothing else but to pass from a Paradise to a Heaven, or (to use St. Paul's NONLATINALPHABET) from one Glory to another. For we all with open Face beholding as in a Glass the Glory of the Lord, are changed into the same Image, from Glory to Glory, And for a man to leave This for a better world, with such a cordial Believing in the Lord Iesus christ as was Here recommended by Paul and Silas, (which I have hitherto explained by several passages of Scripture,) is nothing Else but to pass from a Paradise to a Heaven, or (to use Saint Paul's) from one Glory to Another. For we all with open Face beholding as in a Glass the Glory of the Lord, Are changed into the same Image, from Glory to Glory, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp d dt j vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 a-acp vbds av vvn p-acp np1 cc np1, (r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1,) vbz pix av cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc (pc-acp vvi n1 npg1) p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn. p-acp pns12 av-d p-acp j n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 240
1173 even as by the Spirit of the Lord, 2 Cor. 3. 18. § 10. But some may tacitly now object against Paul and Silas in the Text, (or at least against St. Luke, the Relator of it, That if by Faith we must be justified, and also sanctified in part, before we can expect it should ever save us, they should have told the Jailour of it in Terms at large, and have shew'd in the Retail, how many Duties of a Christian are succinctly comprehended in that expression; even as by the Spirit of the Lord, 2 Cor. 3. 18. § 10. But Some may tacitly now Object against Paul and Silas in the Text, (or At least against Saint Lycia, the Relator of it, That if by Faith we must be justified, and also sanctified in part, before we can expect it should ever save us, they should have told the Jailor of it in Terms At large, and have showed in the Retail, how many Duties of a Christian Are succinctly comprehended in that expression; av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd § crd p-acp d vmb av-j av n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1, (cc p-acp ds p-acp n1 av, dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst cs p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vbi vvn, cc av vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vmd av p-acp pno12, pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2 p-acp j, cc vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq d n2 pp-f dt njp vbr av-j vvn p-acp d n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 185 Page 240
1174 not have told him only in Gross, (as Dutchmen make their dishonest Reckonings, ) He must believe in the Lord Iesus Christ. not have told him only in Gross, (as Dutchmen make their dishonest Reckonings,) He must believe in the Lord Iesus christ. xx vhi vvn pno31 av-j p-acp j, (c-acp np1 vvb po32 j n2-vvg,) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 186 Page 241
1175 For how knew the Jailour he was to do any thing but to Believe? or to believe in any other, than the second Person in the Trinity, God manifest in the Flesh? for they seem to have made no mention to him of his being to believe in God the Father, or in God the Holy Ghost, much less did they add the other Articles of the Creed, which are Ingredients in the object of Saving Faith. For how knew the Jailor he was to do any thing but to Believe? or to believe in any other, than the second Person in the Trinity, God manifest in the Flesh? for they seem to have made no mention to him of his being to believe in God the Father, or in God the Holy Ghost, much less did they add the other Articles of the Creed, which Are Ingredients in the Object of Saving Faith. c-acp c-crq vvd dt n1 pns31 vbds pc-acp vdi d n1 cc-acp p-acp vvb? cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-jn, cs dt ord n1 p-acp dt np1, np1 j p-acp dt n1? p-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn dx n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 vbg p-acp vvb p-acp np1 dt n1, cc p-acp np1 dt j n1, d av-dc vdd pns32 vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 186 Page 241
1176 § 11. To which I answer by two Degrees. § 11. To which I answer by two Degrees. § crd p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp crd n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 241
1177 And first of all by a concession, That if indeed Paul and Silas had said no more to their Catechumenist, than that He must believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, not explaining what was meant by that Habit of Faith from which the Act of his Believing was to proceed, And First of all by a concession, That if indeed Paul and Silas had said no more to their Catechumenist, than that He must believe in the Lord Iesus christ, not explaining what was meant by that Habit of Faith from which the Act of his Believing was to proceed, cc ord pp-f d p-acp dt n1, cst cs av np1 cc np1 vhd vvn dx dc p-acp po32 np1, cs d pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, xx vvg r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg vbds pc-acp vvi, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 241
1178 nor yet explaining what was meant by the Lord Iesus Christ, who is often put by a Synecdoche for the whole object of our Belief, ( Faith in Christ being the Pandect of Christian Duties, which are all shut up in Faith, as Homer's Iliads in a Nutshell, ) Then indeed they might have made him a Solifidian, or a Fiduciary, which had not been the way to his being sav'd. But secondly I answer, That the objection is made of a false Hypothesis; For Paul and Silas dealt honestly and discreetly with the Jailour; nor yet explaining what was meant by the Lord Iesus christ, who is often put by a Synecdoche for the Whole Object of our Belief, (Faith in christ being the Pandect of Christian Duties, which Are all shut up in Faith, as Homer's Iliads in a Nutshell,) Then indeed they might have made him a Solifidian, or a Fiduciary, which had not been the Way to his being saved. But secondly I answer, That the objection is made of a false Hypothesis; For Paul and Silas dealt honestly and discreetly with the Jailor; ccx av vvg r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, (n1 p-acp np1 vbg dt vvb pp-f np1 n2, r-crq vbr d vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp npg1 np2 p-acp dt n1,) av av pns32 vmd vhi vvn pno31 dt jp, cc dt n1, r-crq vhd xx vbn dt n1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn. p-acp ord pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1; p-acp np1 cc np1 vvn av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1179 when having told him he must believe in the Lord Iesus Christ for his being sav'd, (it presently follows after the Text,) they spake unto him the Word of God; when having told him he must believe in the Lord Iesus christ for his being saved, (it presently follows After the Text,) they spoke unto him the Word of God; r-crq vhg vvn pno31 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp po31 vbg vvn, (pn31 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1,) pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1180 that is, they expounded the Scriptures to him. that is, they expounded the Scriptures to him. cst vbz, pns32 vvn dt n2 p-acp pno31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1181 And in the doing of That, they prov'd the object of his Faith to be the Trinity in Unity; not solely and exclusively the Lord Jesus Christ, And in the doing of That, they proved the Object of his Faith to be the Trinity in Unity; not solely and exclusively the Lord jesus christ, cc p-acp dt vdg pp-f d, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt np1 p-acp n1; xx av-j cc av-j dt n1 np1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1182 but in conjunction with God the Father, and with God the Holy Ghost too. but in conjunction with God the Father, and with God the Holy Ghost too. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, cc p-acp np1 dt j n1 av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1183 Again in expounding the Scriptures to him, they could not but tell him what was meant, by an effectual Belief in the Lord Jesus Christ; Again in expounding the Scriptures to him, they could not but tell him what was meant, by an effectual Belief in the Lord jesus christ; av p-acp vvg dt n2 p-acp pno31, pns32 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pno31 r-crq vbds vvn, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1184 importing such a kind of Faith, as is ever working; and such a kind of working, as is by Love; and by such a kind of Love, as is the fulfilling of the Law; importing such a kind of Faith, as is ever working; and such a kind of working, as is by Love; and by such a kind of Love, as is the fulfilling of the Law; vvg d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbz av vvg; cc d dt n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp vbz p-acp vvb; cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f vvb, c-acp vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 242
1185 and of such a Law too, as does consist of somewhat higher and more illustrious Injunctions than those of Moses; and of such an obedience to those Injunctions, and of such a Law too, as does consist of somewhat higher and more illustrious Injunctions than those of Moses; and of such an Obedience to those Injunctions, cc pp-f d dt n1 av, c-acp vdz vvi pp-f av jc cc av-dc j n2 cs d pp-f np1; cc pp-f d dt n1 p-acp d n2, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 243
1186 as is attended and waited on by Perseverance unto the End. There is no doubt but they acquainted him, (in their expounding of the Scriptures, and speaking to him the Word of God, ) how very highly it did concern him, not only to escape the Corruption that is in the world through lust, and also to believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, but besides This, (as St. Peter speaks,) to give all diligence, for the adding to his Faith, Vertue; to Vertue, Knowledge; to Knowledge, Temperance; to Temperance, Patience; to Patience, Godliness; to Godliness, Brotherly kindness; to Brotherly kindness, Charity. as is attended and waited on by Perseverance unto the End. There is no doubt but they acquainted him, (in their expounding of the Scriptures, and speaking to him the Word of God,) how very highly it did concern him, not only to escape the Corruption that is in the world through lust, and also to believe in the Lord Iesus christ, but beside This, (as Saint Peter speaks,) to give all diligence, for the adding to his Faith, Virtue; to Virtue, Knowledge; to Knowledge, Temperance; to Temperance, Patience; to Patience, Godliness; to Godliness, Brotherly kindness; to Brotherly kindness, Charity. c-acp vbz vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pns32 vvn pno31, (p-acp po32 vvg pp-f dt n2, cc vvg p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1,) c-crq av av-j pn31 vdd vvi pno31, xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp p-acp d, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz,) pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt vvg p-acp po31 n1, n1; p-acp n1, n1; p-acp n1, n1; p-acp n1, np1-n; p-acp n1, n1; p-acp n1, av-j n1; p-acp j n1, n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 243
1187 For that these were all needful, and no redundant superadditions, is very clear from St. Peter in the next verse but one. For that these were all needful, and no redundant superadditions, is very clear from Saint Peter in the next verse but one. p-acp d d vbdr d j, cc dx j n2, vbz j j p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp crd. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 243
1188 He that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see a far off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins. He that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see a Far off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old Sins. pns31 cst vvz d n2 vbz j, cc vmbx vvi dt av-j a-acp, cc vhz vvn cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 243
1189 But if these Things be in you, and abound, Then indeed (as St. Peter adds) ye shall not be barren in the knowledge of our Lord Iesus Christ. But if these Things be in you, and abound, Then indeed (as Saint Peter adds) you shall not be barren in the knowledge of our Lord Iesus christ. p-acp cs d n2 vbb p-acp pn22, cc vvi, av av (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) pn22 vmb xx vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 243
1190 If ye do these things, ye shall never fall, 2 Pet. 1. 10. Now can we think that St. Peter did not teach the same Doctrin with Paul and Silas? or can we think that Paul and Silas would withhold from the Jailour that Train of Duties, for want of which he had been Blind, and not in Case to see God? no, whatever might have been wanting in their succinct and pithy Answer, whereby to give him a right Understanding of it, was abundantly supply'd by their following Sermon. And though the Heads of their Sermon are not put upon Record, (but only the Text upon which they made it;) yet St. Luke records This, That such a Sermon there was preach'd, in that he saith, They spake to him the Word of God. If you do these things, you shall never fallen, 2 Pet. 1. 10. Now can we think that Saint Peter did not teach the same Doctrine with Paul and Silas? or can we think that Paul and Silas would withhold from the Jailor that Train of Duties, for want of which he had been Blind, and not in Case to see God? no, whatever might have been wanting in their succinct and pithy Answer, whereby to give him a right Understanding of it, was abundantly supplied by their following Sermon. And though the Heads of their Sermon Are not put upon Record, (but only the Text upon which they made it;) yet Saint Lycia records This, That such a Sermon there was preached, in that he Says, They spoke to him the Word of God. cs pn22 vdb d n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi, crd np1 crd crd av vmb pns12 vvi d n1 np1 vdd xx vvi dt d n1 p-acp np1 cc np1? cc vmb pns12 vvi d np1 cc np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cst n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhd vbn j, cc xx p-acp n1 p-acp vvb np1? av-dx, r-crq vmd vhi vbn vvg p-acp po32 n1 cc j n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, vbds av-j vvd p-acp po32 j-vvg n1. cc cs dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, (cc-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd pn31;) av n1 av n2 d, cst d dt n1 a-acp vbds vvn, p-acp cst pns31 vvz, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 187 Page 244
1191 § 12. And truly This is such a Method, as I could wish were well observ'd by all that are of their Function. I mean the Stewards of the Mysteries of the Living God, Unto whom is committed the Word of Reconciliation, whose lips are made to be the Treasuries and Conservatories of Knowledge, and which the People are appointed to seek at their Mouths. § 12. And truly This is such a Method, as I could wish were well observed by all that Are of their Function. I mean the Stewards of the Mysteres of the Living God, Unto whom is committed the Word of Reconciliation, whose lips Are made to be the Treasuries and conservatories of Knowledge, and which the People Are appointed to seek At their Mouths. § crd cc av-j d vbz d dt n1, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi vbdr av vvn p-acp d cst vbr pp-f po32 n1. pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, p-acp ro-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc r-crq dt n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 244
1192 For the Text we have in hand is often turned to advance either Truth, or Falshood, even according to the handle by which 'tis held forth to the giddy People; For the Text we have in hand is often turned to advance either Truth, or Falsehood, even according to the handle by which it's held forth to the giddy People; p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, cc n1, av vvg p-acp dt vvb p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvd av p-acp dt j n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 244
1193 And is made to be eventually either venomous, or wholsom, just in proportion to the sense in which 'tis taken and digested by them that hear it. And is made to be eventually either venomous, or wholesome, just in proportion to the sense in which it's taken and digested by them that hear it. cc vbz vvn p-acp vbi av-j d j, cc j, j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 245
1194 If to Believe is only taken for an Assent unto the Truth, or a Relyance on the Merits of Jesus Christ, If to Believe is only taken for an Assent unto the Truth, or a Reliance on the Merits of jesus christ, cs pc-acp vvi vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 245
1195 or a confident Application of all his Promises to our selves, And this in a kind of opposition to the Necessity of Good works, (which ought to be in conjunction with it;) Then 'tis apt to cause a wreck in the waters of Life; and through the Malignity of a Digestion, a man may be kill'd by the Bread of Heaven. But if 'tis taken for obedience to the Commandments of Christ, with Perseverance unto the End in conjunction with it; or a confident Application of all his Promises to our selves, And this in a kind of opposition to the Necessity of Good works, (which ought to be in conjunction with it;) Then it's apt to cause a wreck in the waters of Life; and through the Malignity of a Digestion, a man may be killed by the Bred of Heaven. But if it's taken for Obedience to the commandments of christ, with Perseverance unto the End in conjunction with it; cc dt j n1 pp-f d po31 vvz p-acp po12 n2, cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31;) av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc-acp cs pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 245
1196 Then the Answer of Paul and Silas is the short Summary of the Gospel, and they might well promise Salvation to whosoever should accomplish the purpose of it. Then the Answer of Paul and Silas is the short Summary of the Gospel, and they might well promise Salvation to whosoever should accomplish the purpose of it. av dt vvb pp-f np1 cc np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vmd av vvi n1 p-acp r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 245
1197 That this indeed is the Importance, may appear by the words of our blessed Saviour; That this indeed is the Importance, may appear by the words of our blessed Saviour; cst d av vbz dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 245
1198 who having been asked by a Iew, as Paul and Silas by a Gentile, [ what Course was to be taken whereby to inherit Eternal Life, ] gave him an Answer which some may censure, as too much savouring of the Law, but yet it seems not unsuitable to the oeconomy of the Gospel, [ If thou wilt enter into life, keep the Commandments. who having been asked by a Iew, as Paul and Silas by a Gentile, [ what Course was to be taken whereby to inherit Eternal Life, ] gave him an Answer which Some may censure, as too much savouring of the Law, but yet it seems not unsuitable to the economy of the Gospel, [ If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. r-crq vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt np1, p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt j, [ q-crq n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi j n1, ] vvd pno31 dt n1 r-crq d vmb vvi, c-acp av av-d vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp av pn31 vvz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, [ cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1, vvb dt n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 246
1199 ] Now in as much as Paul and Silas did not teach another Doctrin, but the same in other words with their Master Christ, they must needs be understood to have given This Answer, That if the Jailour should so believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, ] Now in as much as Paul and Silas did not teach Another Doctrine, but the same in other words with their Master christ, they must needs be understood to have given This Answer, That if the Jailor should so believe in the Lord jesus christ, ] av p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 cc np1 vdd xx vvi j-jn n1, p-acp dt d p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp po32 vvb np1, pns32 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn d n1, cst cs dt n1 vmd av vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 246
1200 as to imitate his Example, and yield obedience to his Commands, and continue so to do all the days of his life, he should not fail (in that Case) of his being sav'd. And though the Rule is very true, That nothing is wanting in any Sentence which is of necessity understood, which well might justifie Paul and Silas in the conciseness of their expression: Yet not contented with this excuse, they rather chose not to want it, by speaking largely to the Jailour the Word of God. After the very same manner, as to imitate his Exampl, and yield Obedience to his Commands, and continue so to do all the days of his life, he should not fail (in that Case) of his being saved. And though the Rule is very true, That nothing is wanting in any Sentence which is of necessity understood, which well might justify Paul and Silas in the conciseness of their expression: Yet not contented with this excuse, they rather chosen not to want it, by speaking largely to the Jailor the Word of God. After the very same manner, c-acp p-acp vvb po31 n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvz, cc vvi av pc-acp vdi d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi (p-acp d n1) pp-f po31 vbg vvn. cc cs dt vvb vbz j j, cst pix vbz vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pp-f n1 vvd, r-crq av vmd vvi np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: av xx vvn p-acp d vvi, pns32 av vvd xx pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp dt j d n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 188 Page 246
1201 § 13. That the People may not wrest the outward Letter of the Scripture to their Damnation, we must carefully explain and disentangle it to their Safety. If any of Us shall be consulted by either Believers or Unbelievers, about the means of their being sav'd, we have two ways of Answer, § 13. That the People may not wrest the outward letter of the Scripture to their Damnation, we must carefully explain and disentangle it to their Safety. If any of Us shall be consulted by either Believers or Unbelievers, about the means of their being saved, we have two ways of Answer, § crd cst dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n1. cs d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 vbg vvn, po12 vhb crd n2 pp-f n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 189 Page 247
1202 and both exact; but both are to be taken cum grano salis, and with a due Interpretation. We may answer with our Saviour, They are to keep the Commandments; and both exact; but both Are to be taken cum grano Salis, and with a due Interpretation. We may answer with our Saviour, They Are to keep the commandments; cc d j; p-acp d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n2; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 189 Page 247
1203 or else with Paul and Silas, that they are to believe in the Lord Iesus Christ. or Else with Paul and Silas, that they Are to believe in the Lord Iesus christ. cc av p-acp np1 cc np1, d pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 189 Page 247
1204 But if the former, we must add, This is the chief of the Commandments, that we believe on the Name of the Lord Iesus Christ, 1 Joh. 3. 23. And although we must have an inherent righteousness in part, yet there is need that That of Christ be imputed to us, But if the former, we must add, This is the chief of the commandments, that we believe on the Name of the Lord Iesus christ, 1 John 3. 23. And although we must have an inherent righteousness in part, yet there is need that That of christ be imputed to us, cc-acp cs dt j, pns12 vmb vvi, d vbz dt n-jn pp-f dt n2, cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, vvn np1 crd crd cc cs pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp n1, av pc-acp vbz n1 cst d pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp pno12, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 190 Page 247
1205 if but to make up all the wants and the vacuities of our own. For our own is no better than filthy Rags, if impartially compar'd with our double Rule, to wit The Doctrin, and Life of Christ. if but to make up all the Wants and the Vacuities of our own. For our own is no better than filthy Rags, if impartially compared with our double Rule, to wit The Doctrine, and Life of christ. cs cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt vvz cc dt n2 pp-f po12 d. p-acp po12 d vbz av-dx jc cs j n2, cs av-j vvn p-acp po12 j-jn n1, p-acp n1 dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 190 Page 247
1206 We must negotiate indeed with the Talents of Grace, that we may not be cast into outer Darkness; yet so as to judge our selves at best to be unprofitable Servants, weigh'd with the Greatness of our Redeemer, and with the Richness of our Reward. We must negotiate indeed with the Talents of Grace, that we may not be cast into outer Darkness; yet so as to judge our selves At best to be unprofitable Servants, weighed with the Greatness of our Redeemer, and with the Richness of our Reward. pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j n1; av av c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp js pc-acp vbi j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 190 Page 247
1207 Or if we give them the second Answer, we must also speak to them the Word of God. Or if we give them the second Answer, we must also speak to them the Word of God. cc cs pns12 vvb pno32 dt ord n1, pns12 vmb av vvb p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 247
1208 We must explain what it is, to believe in Christ; and by the help of some Distinctions (duly consider'd, and apply'd, ) teach them to see through all the Fallacies, and flatten the edge of all objections, which are oppos'd to the Necessity of strict obedience and good works. When any Iustifying Vertue is given to Faith, we must tell them it is meant of Faith unfeigned. When we speak of the Sufficiency of Faith unfeigned, we must shew them how Love is the Spirit of Faith. We must explain what it is, to believe in christ; and by the help of Some Distinctions (duly considered, and applied,) teach them to see through all the Fallacies, and flatten the edge of all objections, which Are opposed to the Necessity of strict Obedience and good works. When any Justifying Virtue is given to Faith, we must tell them it is meant of Faith unfeigned. When we speak of the Sufficiency of Faith unfeigned, we must show them how Love is the Spirit of Faith. pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 (av-jn vvn, cc vvn,) vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2, cc j dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n2. c-crq d vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f n1 j. c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 j, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 c-crq n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 248
1209 Whether because (in the Active) it works by Love, or else because (in the Passive, in which the Syriac and Tertullian translate the word) by works of Charity and Obedience Faith is wrought and made perfect. Whither Because (in the Active) it works by Love, or Else Because (in the Passive, in which the Syriac and Tertullian translate the word) by works of Charity and obedience Faith is wrought and made perfect. cs c-acp (p-acp dt j) pn31 vvz p-acp n1, cc av c-acp (p-acp dt j, p-acp r-crq dt np1 cc np1 vvb dt n1) p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 n1 vbz vvn cc vvd j. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 248
1210 When we celebrate the force of a lively Faith, we must season it with a Note, that Faith is dead being alone. When 'tis said out of St. Paul, that we are justified by Faith, without the Deeds of the Law, 'tis fit we add out of St Iames, that we are justified by Works, and not by Faith only. When we celebrate the force of a lively Faith, we must season it with a Note, that Faith is dead being alone. When it's said out of Saint Paul, that we Are justified by Faith, without the deeds of the Law, it's fit we add out of Saint James, that we Are justified by Works, and not by Faith only. c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vbz j vbg j. c-crq pn31|vbz vvn av pp-f n1 np1, d pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz j pns12 vvb av pp-f zz np1, d pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvz, cc xx p-acp n1 av-j. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 248
1211 For (to shew that St. Iames does not either contradict or confute St. Paul, ) The Works excluded by St. Paul, are no other than the Deeds of the Ceremonial Law; And those included by St. Iames, are no other than the Works of the Moral Law. So we are justified by Faith as the Root of Works; and we are justified by Works, as the Fruit of Faith. Not by Faith without Works, for then St. Iames would not be Orthodox; nor yet by Works without Faith, for then we could not defend St. Paul; but by such a Faith as worketh, and by such Works as are of Faith. By Both indeed improperly, as being but necessary Conditions; But very properly by Christ, as being the sole meritorious Cause. Again because 'tis very natural for Carnal Professors of Christianity, For (to show that Saint James does not either contradict or confute Saint Paul,) The Works excluded by Saint Paul, Are no other than the deeds of the Ceremonial Law; And those included by Saint James, Are no other than the Works of the Moral Law. So we Are justified by Faith as the Root of Works; and we Are justified by Works, as the Fruit of Faith. Not by Faith without Works, for then Saint James would not be Orthodox; nor yet by Works without Faith, for then we could not defend Saint Paul; but by such a Faith as works, and by such Works as Are of Faith. By Both indeed improperly, as being but necessary Conditions; But very properly by christ, as being the sole meritorious Cause. Again Because it's very natural for Carnal Professors of Christianity, c-acp (p-acp vvi d n1 np1 vdz xx d vvb cc vvi n1 np1,) av vvz vvn p-acp n1 np1, vbr dx n-jn cs dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; cc d vvd p-acp n1 np1, vbr dx n-jn cs dt vvz pp-f dt j n1. av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz; cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. xx p-acp n1 p-acp vvz, c-acp cs n1 np1 vmd xx vbi n1; ccx av p-acp vvz p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns12 vmd xx vvi n1 np1; cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 p-acp vvz, cc p-acp d vvz c-acp vbr pp-f n1. p-acp d av av-j, p-acp vbg p-acp j n2; p-acp av av-j p-acp np1, p-acp vbg dt j j n1. av c-acp pn31|vbz av j c-acp j n2 pp-f np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 249
1212 so to enhaunce the Price of Faith, as to depretiate good Works, and make obedience to pass at the cheaper Rate, They must be told that when our Saviour ascribes the moving of Mountains, and other Miracles to Faith, He does not speak of That Faith, which is a Sanctifying Grace, Gal. 5. 22. but of that Faith alone which is an Edifying Gift, 1 Cor. 12. 9. by which a man may do wonders, and yet be damn'd, Matth •. 22, 23. So when he said unto the Ruler, who had besought him to heal his bed-rid Daughter, NONLATINALPHABET, Only Believe, He only meant it was sufficient for the healing of her •ody, without alluding in any measure unto the saving of her Soul. So far he was, in that place, from giving any ground of hope to a Solifidian. And therefore briefly let it suffice me to say once for all; so to enhance the Price of Faith, as to depretiate good Works, and make Obedience to pass At the cheaper Rate, They must be told that when our Saviour ascribes the moving of Mountains, and other Miracles to Faith, He does not speak of That Faith, which is a Sanctifying Grace, Gal. 5. 22. but of that Faith alone which is an Edifying Gift, 1 Cor. 12. 9. by which a man may do wonders, and yet be damned, Matthew •. 22, 23. So when he said unto the Ruler, who had besought him to heal his bedrid Daughter,, Only Believe, He only meant it was sufficient for the healing of her •ody, without alluding in any measure unto the Saving of her Soul. So Far he was, in that place, from giving any ground of hope to a Solifidian. And Therefore briefly let it suffice me to say once for all; av p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp j j vvz, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc vvb, pns32 vmb vbi vvn cst c-crq po12 n1 vvz dt vvg pp-f n2, cc j-jn n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pp-f cst n1, r-crq vbz dt vvg n1, np1 crd crd p-acp pp-f cst n1 av-j r-crq vbz dt vvg n1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vdb n2, cc av vbi vvn, av •. crd, crd av c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1,, av-j vvb, pns31 av-j vvd pn31 vbds j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 av av-j pns31 vbds, p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. cc av av-j vvb pn31 vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 250
1213 That when we find men Believers without good Life, we must shew them how many ways a man may be a Believer without true Faith, may be justified in the Praemisses, yet not sav'd in the Conclusion; may get no more by his Knowledge, than to be beaten with many stripes; That when we find men Believers without good Life, we must show them how many ways a man may be a Believer without true Faith, may be justified in the Premises, yet not saved in the Conclusion; may get no more by his Knowledge, than to be beaten with many stripes; cst c-crq pns12 vvb n2 n2 p-acp j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 c-crq d n2 dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp j n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, av xx vvn p-acp dt n1; vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp po31 n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 250
1214 and have no more of a Saviour, than to be damn'd by. We must instruct them to distinguish betwixt the Act, and the Habit of their Believing. and have no more of a Saviour, than to be damned by. We must instruct them to distinguish betwixt the Act, and the Habit of their Believing. cc vhb dx dc pp-f dt n1, cs pc-acp vbb vvn p-acp. pns12 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 250
1215 But above all, betwixt a Speculative, and a Practical Belief. A Belief in the Heads, and the Hearts of men. But above all, betwixt a Speculative, and a Practical Belief. A Belief in the Heads, and the Hearts of men. p-acp p-acp d, p-acp dt j, cc dt j n1. dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 250
1216 A Belief which does consist with a drawing back unto Perdition, and That by which a man believes unto the saving of the Soul. A Belief which does consist with a drawing back unto Perdition, and That by which a man believes unto the Saving of the Soul. dt n1 r-crq vdz vvi p-acp dt vvg av p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 191 Page 250
1217 § 14. Stand forth therefore Thou Antinomian, or Thou Fiduciary, or whosoever else Thou art who art a sturdy Believer without true Faith, and ever namest the Name of Christ without departing from Iniquity; § 14. Stand forth Therefore Thou Antinomian, or Thou Fiduciary, or whosoever Else Thou art who art a sturdy Believer without true Faith, and ever namest the Name of christ without departing from Iniquity; § crd n1 av av pns21 np1, cc pns21 j, cc r-crq av pns21 vb2r q-crq vb2r dt j n1 p-acp j n1, cc av vv2 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 250
1218 Try thy self by this Touchstone which lyes before thee; Try thy self by this Touchstone which lies before thee; vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno21; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 250
1219 and examin whether thy Heart be not as apt to be deceiptful, as 'twas once said to be by the Prophet Ieremy. Let the Tempter that is without, make thee as credulous as he can; and examine whither thy Heart be not as apt to be deceitful, as 'twas once said to be by the Prophet Ieremy. Let the Tempter that is without, make thee as credulous as he can; cc vvi cs po21 n1 vbb xx p-acp j pc-acp vbi j, c-acp pn31|vbds a-acp vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 np1. vvb dt n1 cst vbz p-acp, vvb pno21 p-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1220 And let the Traytor that is within, make thee as confident as he will of thy Faith in Christ; yet Thou wilt find, And let the Traitor that is within, make thee as confident as he will of thy Faith in christ; yet Thou wilt find, cc vvb dt n1 cst vbz a-acp, vvb pno21 p-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb pp-f po21 n1 p-acp np1; av pns21 vm2 vvi, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1221 when all is done, there is exceeding great Truth in the Spanish Proverb, That 'tis a very hard Thing to believe in God. when all is done, there is exceeding great Truth in the Spanish Proverb, That it's a very hard Thing to believe in God. c-crq d vbz vdn, pc-acp vbz vvg j n1 p-acp dt jp n1, cst pn31|vbz dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1222 And so very few there are who attain unto it, that it may rationally be doubted, And so very few there Are who attain unto it, that it may rationally be doubted, cc av j d pc-acp vbr r-crq vvb p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1223 whether when the Son of Man shall come a second time from Heaven, he will come with such success, as to find Faith upon the Earth. whither when the Son of Man shall come a second time from Heaven, he will come with such success, as to find Faith upon the Earth. cs c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt ord n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1224 Examin therefore whether Thy self may'st well be reckon'd to be one of that little Number. Examin whether thy Belief is really such as Thou believ'st it; Examine Therefore whither Thy self Mayest well be reckoned to be one of that little Number. Examine whither thy Belief is really such as Thou Believest it; vvb av cs po21 n1 vm2 av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi crd pp-f d j n1. vvb c-crq po21 n1 vbz av-j d c-acp pns21 vv2 pn31; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1225 and try whether thy Confidence is not the Thing to be distrusted the most of any. For and try whither thy Confidence is not the Thing to be distrusted the most of any. For cc vvb cs po21 n1 vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvd dt ds pp-f d. p-acp (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 192 Page 251
1226 § 15. Of this I can convince thee by a mental Demonstration, which is more cogent than an ocular, That if thou hast not such respect unto the Recompence of Reward, as to choose rather (with Moses ) to spend thy short and dying life in Mortisications and Selfdenials, and to suffer Tribulation with the People of God, than with the brutish Sons of Belial, to injoy the Pleasures of Sin for a season; § 15. Of this I can convince thee by a mental Demonstration, which is more cogent than an ocular, That if thou hast not such respect unto the Recompense of Reward, as to choose rather (with Moses) to spend thy short and dying life in Mortisications and Self-denials, and to suffer Tribulation with the People of God, than with the brutish Sons of Belial, to enjoy the Pleasures of since for a season; § crd pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-dc j cs dt j, cst cs pns21 vh2 xx d vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi av (p-acp np1) pc-acp vvi po21 j cc j-vvg n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 252
1227 If thou dost not esteem the Reproach of Christ to be much greater Riches than all the Treasures of Egypt; If thou dost not esteem the Reproach of christ to be much greater Riches than all the Treasures of Egypt; cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi av-d jc n2 cs d dt n2 pp-f np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 252
1228 Or if thou canst basely fear Them that can kill the Body only, (but are not able to hurt the Soul,) more than Him that can cast both Soul and Body into Hell; Or if thou Canst basely Fear Them that can kill the Body only, (but Are not able to hurt the Soul,) more than Him that can cast both Soul and Body into Hell; cc cs pns21 vm2 av-j vvb pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1 av-j, (cc-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1,) av-dc cs pno31 cst vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 252
1229 And hast often done more to escape the former, than ever thou wilt do to eschew the latter; Thou hast not yet the first Degree of a Saving Faith. And haste often done more to escape the former, than ever thou wilt do to eschew the latter; Thou hast not yet the First Degree of a Saving Faith. cc n1 av vdn av-dc pc-acp vvi dt j, cs av pns21 vm2 vdi p-acp vvi dt d; pns21 vh2 xx av dt ord n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 252
1230 Thou dost not NONLATINALPHABET, not so much as believe the Lord Jesus Christ. Thou dost not, not so much as believe the Lord jesus christ. pns21 vd2 xx, xx av av-d c-acp vvb dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 252
1231 Thou dost not assent to his veracity, or look upon him as a True Speaker. Thou dost not so far confide in the Truth of his Promises and his Threats, as to adventure any great matter upon the meer Reputation and Credit of them. Thou dost not assent to his veracity, or look upon him as a True Speaker. Thou dost not so Far confide in the Truth of his Promises and his Treats, as to adventure any great matter upon the mere Reputation and Credit of them. pns21 vd2 xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1. pns21 vd2 xx av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvz cc po31 vvz, a-acp pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 252
1232 For most undoubtedly, if thou didst, Thou wouldst prefer that which leads to all the Pleasures that he hath promis'd, before the Things that will betray thee to all the pains that he hath Threaten'd. Thou wouldst pursue with more vehemence what will end in an eternal and exceeding weight of Glory, than what will terminate in a worm which never dyes, and in a Fire which is not quenched. For most undoubtedly, if thou didst, Thou Wouldst prefer that which leads to all the Pleasures that he hath promised, before the Things that will betray thee to all the pains that he hath Threatened. Thou Wouldst pursue with more vehemence what will end in an Eternal and exceeding weight of Glory, than what will terminate in a worm which never dies, and in a Fire which is not quenched. p-acp ds av-j, cs pns21 vdd2, pns21 vmd2 vvi cst r-crq vvz p-acp d dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn, p-acp dt n2 cst vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn. pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp dc n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, cs q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-x vvz, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 253
1233 That thou dost now affect to walk, rather in the broad than the narrow way, is not so much that thou espousest a way which leads thee to Destruction, or hast Averseness unto That by which thou mayst enter into Life; as that thou dost not quite believe the Lord Jesus Christ, That thou dost now affect to walk, rather in the broad than the narrow Way, is not so much that thou espouse a Way which leads thee to Destruction, or haste Averseness unto That by which thou Mayest enter into Life; as that thou dost not quite believe the Lord jesus christ, cst pns21 vd2 av vvi p-acp vvb, av-c p-acp dt j cs dt j n1, vbz xx av av-d cst pns21 vvb dt n1 r-crq n2 pno21 p-acp n1, cc n1 n1 p-acp cst p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1; p-acp cst pns21 vd2 xx av vvb dt n1 np1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 253
1234 when he would fright thee from the one, and allure thee to the other. That thou dost now take the Course to dwell with everlasting Burnings, rather than That which hath a tending to Ioys unspeakable, cannot possibly be from hence, that thou preferr'st a very short to an endless Pleasure, when he would fright thee from the one, and allure thee to the other. That thou dost now take the Course to dwell with everlasting Burnings, rather than That which hath a tending to Joys unspeakable, cannot possibly be from hence, that thou preferrest a very short to an endless Pleasure, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp dt crd, cc vvb pno21 p-acp dt j-jn. cst pns21 vd2 av vvi dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp j n2, av-c cs cst r-crq vhz dt vvg p-acp n2 j, vmbx av-j vbi p-acp av, cst pns21 vv2 dt j j p-acp dt j n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 253
1235 but rather from hence that thou preferr'st thy present experience of the first, to the uncertainty and the doubtfulness which thou retainest of the second. Not at all that thou preferrest the Miseries of Hell to the Ioys of Heaven, But that thou dost not believe what is said of either. but rather from hence that thou preferrest thy present experience of the First, to the uncertainty and the doubtfulness which thou retainest of the second. Not At all that thou preferrest the Misery's of Hell to the Joys of Heaven, But that thou dost not believe what is said of either. cc-acp av-c p-acp av cst pns21 vv2 po21 j n1 pp-f dt ord, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 r-crq pns21 vv2 pp-f dt ord. xx p-acp d cst pns21 vv2 dt ng1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp cst pns21 vd2 xx vvi r-crq vbz vvn pp-f av-d. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 193 Page 253
1236 § 16. Again admit thou dost NONLATINALPHABET, believe the Truth and the Veracity of the Lord Jesus Christ; § 16. Again admit thou dost, believe the Truth and the Veracity of the Lord jesus christ; § crd av vvb pns21 vd2, vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 253
1237 Yet if thou are destitute of the Faith which is consummated by Love, and by such a Love too as doth cast out Fear; nor only the fear of all that may be inflicted, Yet if thou Are destitute of the Faith which is consummated by Love, and by such a Love too as does cast out fear; nor only the Fear of all that may be inflicted, av cs pns21 vbr j pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp d dt vvb av c-acp vdz vvi av n1; ccx j dt n1 pp-f d d vmb vbb vvn, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1238 but so far also the Feeling of all that is, as to be able to rejoyce, and to leap for joy, when thou art persecuted and rail'd at for righteousness sake; but so Far also the Feeling of all that is, as to be able to rejoice, and to leap for joy, when thou art persecuted and railed At for righteousness sake; cc-acp av av-j av dt vvg pp-f d d vbz, a-acp pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp n1 n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1239 If thou canst not say heartily, in the language of St. Paul, I take pleasure in Insirmities, in Reproaches, in Necessities, in Persecutions, If thou Canst not say heartily, in the language of Saint Paul, I take pleasure in Infirmities, in Reproaches, in Necessities, in Persecutions, cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, pns11 vvb n1 p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1240 and in Distresses for Christ his sake; and in Distresses for christ his sake; cc p-acp n2 p-acp np1 po31 n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1241 If (in a word) Thou art not able to conquer all thine own weakness by Ghostly strength, so as to hold fast thy Union and good Intelligence with Christ, in spight of Nakedness, or Famin, or Peril, or Sword, or Life, or Death, or Angels, or Devils, or Principalities, or Powers, or things present, or things to come, And all by vertue of that Faith which overcometh the World; If (in a word) Thou art not able to conquer all thine own weakness by Ghostly strength, so as to hold fast thy union and good Intelligence with christ, in spite of Nakedness, or Famine, or Peril, or Sword, or Life, or Death, or Angels, or Devils, or Principalities, or Powers, or things present, or things to come, And all by virtue of that Faith which Overcometh the World; cs (p-acp dt n1) pns21 vb2r xx j pc-acp vvi d po21 d n1 p-acp j n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi av-j po21 n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 j, cc n2 pc-acp vvi, cc d p-acp n1 pp-f cst n1 r-crq vvz dt n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1242 (which is not only the means of Conquest, but the Victory it self; ) Thou dost not heartily believe NONLATINALPHABET, (that is) In, or Upon the Lord Jesus Christ. (which is not only the means of Conquest, but the Victory it self;) Thou dost not heartily believe, (that is) In, or Upon the Lord jesus christ. (r-crq vbz xx av-j dt vvz pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1;) pns21 vd2 xx av-j vvb, (cst vbz) p-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1243 'Tis very evident that thou doubtest either his Power, or his Propensity. Thou dost not so depend, and rely upon him, It's very evident that thou doubtest either his Power, or his Propensity. Thou dost not so depend, and rely upon him, pn31|vbz av j cst pns21 vv2 av-d png31 n1, cc po31 n1. pns21 vd2 xx av vvb, cc vvb p-acp pno31, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1244 as that I can assure thee thou shalt be sav'd. as that I can assure thee thou shalt be saved. c-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi pno21 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 194 Page 254
1245 § 17. Again if thou hast not such a Faith, as does denominate thee a good and a faithful servant, such a justifying Faith, § 17. Again if thou hast not such a Faith, as does denominate thee a good and a faithful servant, such a justifying Faith, § crd av cs pns21 vh2 xx d dt n1, c-acp vdz vvi pno21 dt j cc dt j n1, d dt vvg n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 255
1246 as in the literal sense of it does make thee Iust, ( Iust I mean in that notion, in which 'twas said of holy Iob, that he was a just and an upright Man, ) If thou hast not such a Faith as by which thou art qualified in part, both with Holiness and Righteousness, with Godliness and Honesty, with the Duties of the first and the second Table, whereby the Righteousness of Christ may be so wholly imputed to thee, as in the literal sense of it does make thee Just, (Just I mean in that notion, in which 'twas said of holy Job, that he was a just and an upright Man,) If thou hast not such a Faith as by which thou art qualified in part, both with Holiness and Righteousness, with Godliness and Honesty, with the Duties of the First and the second Table, whereby the Righteousness of christ may be so wholly imputed to thee, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vdz vvi pno21 av, (j pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbds vvn pp-f j np1, cst pns31 vbds dt j cc dt av-j n1,) cs pns21 vh2 xx d dt n1 a-acp p-acp r-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord cc dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av av-jn j-vvn p-acp pno21, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 255
1247 as to instate thee in the Pardon of all thy Sins; (it being impossible that thy Saviour should ever justifie thy Person, and not sanctifie thy Nature in some proportionable degree;) If besides thy Assent to the veracity of his Doctrin, and besides thy Dependance on the Almightiness of his Power, Thou dost not pay so great a Reverence unto the Iustice of his Will too, as to instate thee in the Pardon of all thy Sins; (it being impossible that thy Saviour should ever justify thy Person, and not sanctify thy Nature in Some proportionable degree;) If beside thy Assent to the veracity of his Doctrine, and beside thy Dependence on the Almightiness of his Power, Thou dost not pay so great a reverence unto the justice of his Will too, c-acp p-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt vvb pp-f d po21 n2; (pn31 vbg j cst po21 n1 vmd av vvb po21 n1, cc xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp d j n1;) cs p-acp po21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns21 vd2 xx vvi av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vmb av, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 255
1248 as to serve and obey him with godly fear; Thou dost not practically believe in the Lord Jesus Christ. as to serve and obey him with godly Fear; Thou dost not practically believe in the Lord jesus christ. c-acp p-acp vvb cc vvb pno31 p-acp j n1; pns21 vd2 xx av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 255
1249 Thou dost not own him in his Authority, dost not receive him in his Commands, dost not embrace and entertain him as he comes to thee a Legislator, as one who hath a Name written both on his Vesture and on his Thigh, King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. Thou dost not own him in his authority, dost not receive him in his Commands, dost not embrace and entertain him as he comes to thee a Legislator, as one who hath a Name written both on his Vesture and on his Thigh, King of Kings, and Lord of lords. pns21 vd2 xx d pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vd2 xx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 vvz, vd2 xx vvi cc vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 dt n1, c-acp pi r-crq vhz dt n1 vvn av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp po31 n1, n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 256
1250 And by consequence though thy Head may be as full as it can hold of the Christian Science, or however thou mayst have Faith whereby thou canst remove Mountains; Yet thou dost not so Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, And by consequence though thy Head may be as full as it can hold of the Christian Science, or however thou Mayest have Faith whereby thou Canst remove Mountains; Yet thou dost not so Believe in the Lord jesus christ, cc p-acp n1 cs po21 n1 vmb vbi c-acp j c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pp-f dt njp n1, cc c-acp pns21 vm2 vhi n1 c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi n2; av pns21 vd2 xx av vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 256
1251 as that I can assure thee thou shalt be sav'd. as that I can assure thee thou shalt be saved. c-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi pno21 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 195 Page 256
1252 § 18. Again if thou hast not such a Telescope, as by which thou art inabled to look on the other side the Veil, such a Faith as, is the Evidence of things not seen, and the substance of things that are hoped for; § 18. Again if thou hast not such a Telescope, as by which thou art enabled to look on the other side the Veil, such a Faith as, is the Evidence of things not seen, and the substance of things that Are hoped for; § crd av cs pns21 vh2 xx d dt n1, a-acp p-acp r-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1, d dt n1 a-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 256
1253 hast not any praepossession of things invisible, and future, nor any glimmerings and foretasts of the Glory to be reveal'd; hast not any prepossession of things invisible, and future, nor any glimmerings and foretastes of the Glory to be revealed; vvb xx d n1 pp-f n2 j, cc j-jn, ccx d n2 cc vvz pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 256
1254 hast no ground for an Assurance, (whether of Faith, Hope, or Understanding, ) that thy Pardon is seal'd, and thy Peace ratified; Art not inwardly sustained, in all thy Agonies and Conflicts, with spiritual Ioy in the Holy Ghost; hast no ground for an Assurance, (whither of Faith, Hope, or Understanding,) that thy Pardon is sealed, and thy Peace ratified; Art not inwardly sustained, in all thy Agonies and Conflicts, with spiritual Joy in the Holy Ghost; vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1, (cs pp-f n1, vvb, cc n1,) cst po21 vvb vbz vvd, cc po21 n1 vvn; n1 xx av-j vvn, p-acp d po21 n2 cc n2, p-acp j vvb p-acp dt j n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 256
1255 hast not any the least Intelligence, (through the secret whispers of the Spirit) of a Ravishing Mansion praepared for thee in the Land of the Living. hast not any the least Intelligence, (through the secret whispers of the Spirit) of a Ravishing Mansion prepared for thee in the Land of the Living. vvb xx d dt ds n1, (p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1) pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 256
1256 And art not placed by that Intelligence above the Level of Temptations, exempted from the Fear of what Men or Devils can do unto thee; And art not placed by that Intelligence above the Level of Temptations, exempted from the fear of what Men or Devils can do unto thee; cc n1 xx vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f n2, vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f r-crq n2 cc n2 vmb vdi p-acp pno21; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1257 If thou canst not reflect with comfort upon the Day of Discrimination, when the Lord Iesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming Fire, taking Vengeance on Them that know not God, If thou Canst not reflect with Comfort upon the Day of Discrimination, when the Lord Iesus shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming Fire, taking Vengeance on Them that know not God, cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, p-acp j-vvg n1, vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1258 and that obey not the Gospel of Iesus Christ; and that obey not the Gospel of Iesus christ; cc d vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1259 Or if thou canst not think undauntedly upon the opening of the Books out of which thou must be judged, and that from this consideration, that the Father judgeth no Man, Or if thou Canst not think undauntedly upon the opening of the Books out of which thou must be judged, and that from this consideration, that the Father Judgeth no Man, cc cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 av pp-f r-crq pns21 vmb vbi vvn, cc cst p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vvz dx n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1260 but hath committed all Iudgment unto the Son; but hath committed all Judgement unto the Son; cc-acp vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1261 I say, if thou hast not attained to This, Thou dost not perfectly believe in the Lord Iesus Christ: I say, if thou hast not attained to This, Thou dost not perfectly believe in the Lord Iesus christ: pns11 vvb, cs pns21 vh2 xx vvn p-acp d, pns21 vd2 xx av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1262 Dost not fully lay hold on his golden Scepter: Dost not receive him as a Saviour, by whose Blood thou art cleansed from all thy sins: Dost not Fully lay hold on his golden Sceptre: Dost not receive him as a Saviour, by whose Blood thou art cleansed from all thy Sins: vd2 xx av-j vvd vvi p-acp po31 j n1: vd2 xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d po21 n2: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1263 Dost not look upon Christ as an Elder Brother, or behave thy self as one having the spirit of Adoption: Dost not behold him in his High-Priesthood after the Order of Melchisedech; Dost not look upon christ as an Elder Brother, or behave thy self as one having the Spirit of Adoption: Dost not behold him in his High-Priesthood After the Order of Melchizedek; vd2 xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po21 n1 c-acp pi vhg dt n1 pp-f n1: vd2 xx vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1264 and all for want of that Eye of Faith, by help of which (with St. Stephen ) Thou mightst see the Heavens opened, and Iesus sitting at the right hand of God, ever making Intercession with groanings not to be uttered, and rendring his Father propitious to thee. and all for want of that Eye of Faith, by help of which (with Saint Stephen) Thou Mightest see the Heavens opened, and Iesus sitting At the right hand of God, ever making Intercession with groanings not to be uttered, and rendering his Father propitious to thee. cc d p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq (p-acp n1 np1) pns21 vmd2 vvi dt n2 vvd, cc np1 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, av vvg n1 p-acp n2-vvg xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvg po31 n1 j p-acp pno21. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 196 Page 257
1265 § 19. I will not say, Thou shalt be damn'd, if thou arrivest not exactly at this Perfection, because I know there are Degrees of Salvisick Grace, in proportion to the Degrees of the Beatisick Glory. And though thou art not of Their Magnitude, who shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father, (Matth. 13. 43.) yet Thou mayst possibly be of Theirs, who are to shine as the stars for ever and ever; § 19. I will not say, Thou shalt be damned, if thou arrivest not exactly At this Perfection, Because I know there Are Degrees of salvific Grace, in proportion to the Degrees of the Beatisick Glory. And though thou art not of Their Magnitude, who shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father, (Matthew 13. 43.) yet Thou Mayest possibly be of Theirs, who Are to shine as the Stars for ever and ever; § crd pns11 vmb xx vvi, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, cs pns21 vv2 xx av-j p-acp d n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1. cc cs pns21 vb2r xx pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (np1 crd crd) av pns21 vm2 av-j vbi pp-f png32, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp av cc av; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 258
1266 (Dan. 12. 3.) But when I consider how great a stress is laid by God in the New Testament, upon the Habit of Believing in the Lord Iesus Christ, And weigh the stress of those things that are laid upon it, with all the Requisites in Scripture that hold it up; I cannot in faithfulness to my Text, or in Iustice and Charity to my Readers, say less than This, That whosoever they are amongst us, who are solicitous (with the Iailour ) to know the Minimum quod sic of a Christian's Duty, (Dan. 12. 3.) But when I Consider how great a stress is laid by God in the New Testament, upon the Habit of Believing in the Lord Iesus christ, And weigh the stress of those things that Are laid upon it, with all the Requisites in Scripture that hold it up; I cannot in faithfulness to my Text, or in justice and Charity to my Readers, say less than This, That whosoever they Are among us, who Are solicitous (with the Jailor) to know the Minimum quod sic of a Christian's Duty, (np1 crd crd) p-acp c-crq pns11 vvb c-crq j dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp d dt n2-j p-acp n1 cst vvb pn31 a-acp; pns11 vmbx p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc p-acp ng1 cc n1 p-acp po11 n2, vvb av-dc cs d, cst r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr j (p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi dt fw-la fw-la fw-la pp-f dt njpg1 n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 258
1267 and how much they must do that they may be sav'd; and how much they must do that they may be saved; cc c-crq av-d pns32 vmb vdi cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 258
1268 If they do not so assent to the veracity of a Saviour, so depend upon his Power and his Propensity to save them, If they do not so assent to the veracity of a Saviour, so depend upon his Power and his Propensity to save them, cs pns32 vdb xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vvb p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 258
1269 so submit unto his Pleasure, and so conform unto his Praecepts, and (on the Grounds before mention'd) so apply unto Themselves their Saviour's Merits and Mediation, as that in lieu of forsaking Christ to serve The Flesh, and the Devil, They do forsake them both at once, for the Service of Christ, And reckon their Happiness even on Earth to consist in those Pleasures, which Minds the most uncorrupted do most approve of, (such as are The Love of Christ, The Satisfaction of an unblameable and a well-ordered life, The Testimonial of a Pure and so a Peaceable Conscience, The finding out of God's Will revealed to them in his Word, The generous Pleasure of abstaining from all sorts of false and forbidden Pleasures, A real Carelesness and Contempt of all the Vanities of this World, so submit unto his Pleasure, and so conform unto his Precepts, and (on the Grounds before mentioned) so apply unto Themselves their Saviour's Merits and Mediation, as that in lieu of forsaking christ to serve The Flesh, and the devil, They do forsake them both At once, for the Service of christ, And reckon their Happiness even on Earth to consist in those Pleasures, which Minds the most uncorrupted do most approve of, (such as Are The Love of christ, The Satisfaction of an unblameable and a well-ordered life, The Testimonial of a Pure and so a Peaceable Conscience, The finding out of God's Will revealed to them in his Word, The generous Pleasure of abstaining from all sorts of false and forbidden Pleasures, A real Carelessness and Contempt of all the Vanities of this World, av vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvb p-acp po31 n2, cc (p-acp dt n2 a-acp vvn) av vvb p-acp px32 po32 ng1 vvz cc n1, p-acp cst p-acp n1 pp-f vvg np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, pns32 vdb vvi pno32 d p-acp a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi po32 n1 av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq n2 dt ds j vdb av-ds vvb pp-f, (d c-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-u cc dt j n1, dt j pp-f dt j cc av dt j n1, dt vvg av pp-f npg1 n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f j cc vvn n2, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f d n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 259
1270 and A well-grounded Expectation of all the Glories in the next, so as no kind of outward or temporal Sufferings can deprive them of their inward and spiritual Ioys; but still they hold fast their Confidence and the Rejoycing of the hope firm unto the End, ) I say, and A well-grounded Expectation of all the Glories in the next, so as no kind of outward or temporal Sufferings can deprive them of their inward and spiritual Joys; but still they hold fast their Confidence and the Rejoicing of the hope firm unto the End,) I say, cc dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt ord, av c-acp dx n1 pp-f j cc j n2 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f po32 j cc j n2; p-acp av pns32 vvb av-j po32 n1 cc dt vvg pp-f dt vvb j p-acp dt vvb,) pns11 vvb, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 259
1271 if Christians rest satisfied with less than This, I cannot say that their Election is yet so sure in it self, as the Apostle St. Peter shews how to make it. Nor can I say They do believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, so as to answer the whole Design of Paul and Silas in the Text, if Christians rest satisfied with less than This, I cannot say that their Election is yet so sure in it self, as the Apostle Saint Peter shows how to make it. Nor can I say They do believe in the Lord Iesus christ, so as to answer the Whole Design of Paul and Silas in the Text, cs np1 n1 vvn p-acp dc cs d, pns11 vmbx vvi cst po32 n1 vbz av av av-j p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 n1 np1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvb pn31. ccx vmb pns11 vvb pns32 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 260
1272 or so as that I can assure them they shall be sav'd. or so as that I can assure them they shall be saved. cc av c-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi pno32 pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 197 Page 260
1273 § 20. Why then should we suffer our Eyes to sleep, or the Temples of our Heads to take any rest, 'till we are owners of such a Faith, as will infallibly serve our turn? That is, such a Faith as a man may live by? such a Faith as by which we may be sure to please God, or at least without which it is impossible to please him? For however it is the free and the sole Gift of God, yet 'tis for us not to resist it, § 20. Why then should we suffer our Eyes to sleep, or the Temples of our Heads to take any rest, till we Are owners of such a Faith, as will infallibly serve our turn? That is, such a Faith as a man may live by? such a Faith as by which we may be sure to please God, or At least without which it is impossible to please him? For however it is the free and the sole Gift of God, yet it's for us not to resist it, § crd uh-crq av vmd pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp pns12 vbr n2 pp-f d dt n1, c-acp vmb av-j vvi po12 n1? cst vbz, d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvb p-acp? d dt n1 a-acp p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi np1, cc p-acp ds p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31? c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f np1, av pn31|vbz p-acp pno12 xx pc-acp vvi pn31, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 260
1274 but rather to give it a good Reception, and to retain it when it is given, not to squander it away, or to keep it useless, which is expressed by our receiving the Grace of God in vain, 2 Cor. 6. 1. Nay farther yet it is for us, (by diligent search into the Scriptures, and constant practice of Self-denials, and Importunity added to Prayer, and by watching thereunto with all Perseverance, ) not only to receive, and to retain the Grace of God; but rather to give it a good Reception, and to retain it when it is given, not to squander it away, or to keep it useless, which is expressed by our receiving the Grace of God in vain, 2 Cor. 6. 1. Nay farther yet it is for us, (by diligent search into the Scriptures, and constant practice of Self-denials, and Importunity added to Prayer, and by watching thereunto with all Perseverance,) not only to receive, and to retain the Grace of God; cc-acp av-c p-acp vvb pn31 dt j n1, cc p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, xx p-acp vvi pn31 av, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po12 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j, crd np1 crd crd uh-x jc av pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, (p-acp j vvb p-acp dt n2, cc j n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvg av p-acp d n1,) xx av-j p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 260
1275 but over and above to abound more and more, (1 Thess 4. 1.) That is to say, we must employ, and improve our Talent, not hide it under a Bushel of worldly Cares, or smother it in a Bed of unlawful Pleasures. And seeing 'tis God that worketh in us both to will and to do of his good Pleasure, we (as Labourers with God ) are bound to work out our Faith, in the very same sense, in which we are to work out our own Salvation, (Philip. 2. 12.) never ceasing to make a Progress from Faith to Faith, 'till we attain unto The Evidence of Things not seen, and the Substance of Things hoped for, even a Practical, and a Cordial, and an Habitual Belief in the Lord Jesus Christ: but over and above to abound more and more, (1 Thess 4. 1.) That is to say, we must employ, and improve our Talon, not hide it under a Bushel of worldly Cares, or smother it in a Bed of unlawful Pleasures. And seeing it's God that works in us both to will and to do of his good Pleasure, we (as Labourers with God) Are bound to work out our Faith, in the very same sense, in which we Are to work out our own Salvation, (Philip. 2. 12.) never ceasing to make a Progress from Faith to Faith, till we attain unto The Evidence of Things not seen, and the Substance of Things hoped for, even a Practical, and a Cordial, and an Habitual Belief in the Lord jesus christ: cc-acp a-acp cc p-acp pc-acp vvi dc cc av-dc, (vvd d crd crd) cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvb po12 n1, xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. cc vvg pn31|vbz np1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 d p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi pp-f po31 j n1, pns12 (c-acp n2 p-acp np1) vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, p-acp dt av d n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av po12 d n1, (n1. crd crd) av vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, av dt j, cc dt j, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1: (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 261
1276 Not as a Prophet only, to teach us; Nor as a Prince only, to rule us; Not as a Prophet only, to teach us; Nor as a Prince only, to Rule us; xx c-acp dt n1 av-j, p-acp vvb pno12; ccx p-acp dt n1 av-j, p-acp vvb pno12; (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 261
1277 But as an Advocate and a Priest too, who is incessantly procuring, and pouring his Benefits upon us. But as an Advocate and a Priest too, who is incessantly procuring, and pouring his Benefits upon us. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 av, r-crq vbz av-j vvg, cc vvg po31 n2 p-acp pno12. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 261
1278 To whom accordingly, with the Father, in the Unity of the Spirit, let us evermore ascribe, To whom accordingly, with the Father, in the Unity of the Spirit, let us evermore ascribe, p-acp ro-crq av-vvg, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno12 av vvi, (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 261
1279 as is ever due, Blessing, Glory, Honour, and Power, from this Time forwards for evermore. as is ever due, Blessing, Glory, Honour, and Power, from this Time forward for evermore. c-acp vbz av j-jn, n1, n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp d n1 av-j c-acp av. (10) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 261
1280 AN IMPROVEMENT OF THE INQUIRY Taken from the Mouth of A Iewish Convert. AND Containing, in its Parts, A Resolution unto it self. an IMPROVEMENT OF THE INQUIRY Taken from the Mouth of A Jewish Convert. AND Containing, in its Parts, A Resolution unto it self. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp vvb. cc vvg, p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 263
1281 AN IMPROVEMENT OF THE INQUIRY, &c. MARK X. 17. And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, an IMPROVEMENT OF THE INQUIRY, etc. MARK X. 17. And when he was gone forth into the Way, there Come one running, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av np1 fw-la crd cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1, a-acp vvd pi vvg, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 265
1282 and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31, j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 198 Page 265
1283 BEHOLD the only great Scruple to be discussed and resolv'd; the only Necessary Quaestion to be proposed and laid to heart, by all that live in these Sceptical and Disputative Times. BEHOLD the only great Scruple to be discussed and resolved; the only Necessary Question to be proposed and laid to heart, by all that live in these Sceptical and Disputative Times. vvb dt j j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd; dt j j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d cst vvb p-acp d j cc j n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 199 Page 265
1284 Wherein there is hardly perhaps a Family, much less a Parish, much less a City, or a Town, in which the shape of mens Iudgments (and by consequence of their Souls ) is not almost as various as that of Faces. For though the most of men are travelling to the same Iourneys End, yet it is (saith Boêthius ) diverso tramite, they love to walk towards it in several Paths. Happiness is a Thing which the worst men aym at; Wherein there is hardly perhaps a Family, much less a Parish, much less a city, or a Town, in which the shape of men's Judgments (and by consequence of their Souls) is not almost as various as that of Faces. For though the most of men Are traveling to the same Journeys End, yet it is (Says Boêthius) diverso tramite, they love to walk towards it in several Paths. Happiness is a Thing which the worst men aim At; c-crq pc-acp vbz av av dt n1, d av-dc dt n1, d av-dc dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 (cc p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2) vbz xx av c-acp j c-acp d pp-f n2. c-acp cs dt ds pp-f n2 vbr vvg p-acp dt d n2 vvb, av pn31 vbz (vvz np1) fw-it n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp j n2. n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq dt js n2 n1 p-acp; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 199 Page 266
1285 But they discover by their Inquiries, what variety of ways they take to miss it; But they discover by their Inquiries, what variety of ways they take to miss it; cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vvb p-acp vvb pn31; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 199 Page 266
1286 with how much Industry, and Expence, with how much Carelesness, and Care too, they do not only arrive at this, to have their Labour for their Pains; but also purchase to themselves a most costly Ruin; at once a most pudendous, and most Unprofitable Repentance. with how much Industry, and Expense, with how much Carelessness, and Care too, they do not only arrive At this, to have their Labour for their Pains; but also purchase to themselves a most costly Ruin; At once a most pudendous, and most Unprofitable Repentance. p-acp c-crq d n1, cc n1, p-acp c-crq d n1, cc vvb av, pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vhi po32 vvb p-acp po32 n2; p-acp av vvi p-acp px32 dt ds j n1; p-acp a-acp dt av-ds j, cc ds j-u n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 199 Page 266
1287 Were we at leisure to survey the several Orders and Ranks of men, from Him that whistles at the Plough, to Him that treads upon Crowns and Scepters, we should find them all Byass't by Secular Interesses and Aims; most incessantly pursuing their Carnal Projects and Designs. Poor Boôtes will needs be asking, (so low and humble is his Ambition, ) what He shall do to maintain a Teem? The same Boôtes growing Rich, will as willingly be able to keep a Coach. Here a man is ambitious of some great Office in the Court; whilst perhaps the great Courtier is at least as ambitious of being Greatest. The only Subject of His Inquiry, is what he shall do to wear a Crown. But having waded as far as That, (through Blood and Rapine, ) he thinks his Crown is too light, and his Territory too narrow; and therefore makes it his next Inquiry, what he shall do for the inlarging the straitned Borders of his Dominion. Were we At leisure to survey the several Order and Ranks of men, from Him that whistles At the Plough, to Him that treads upon Crowns and Sceptres, we should find them all Biased by Secular Interesses and Aims; most incessantly pursuing their Carnal Projects and Designs. Poor Boôtes will needs be asking, (so low and humble is his Ambition,) what He shall do to maintain a Teem? The same Boôtes growing Rich, will as willingly be able to keep a Coach. Here a man is ambitious of Some great Office in the Court; while perhaps the great Courtier is At least as ambitious of being Greatest. The only Subject of His Inquiry, is what he shall do to wear a Crown. But having waded as Far as That, (through Blood and Rapine,) he thinks his Crown is too Light, and his Territory too narrow; and Therefore makes it his next Inquiry, what he shall do for the enlarging the straitened Borders of his Dominion. np1 pns12 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j vvb cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt vvb, p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd vvi pno32 d vvn p-acp j n2 cc vvz; av-ds av-j vvg po32 j n2 cc n2. j np1 vmb av vbi vvg, (av j cc j vbz po31 n1,) r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp vvb dt vvb? dt d np1 vvg j, vmb a-acp av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1. av dt n1 vbz j pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1; cs av dt j n1 vbz p-acp ds p-acp j pp-f vbg js. dt j j-jn pp-f po31 n1, vbz q-crq pns31 vmb vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1. cc-acp vhg vvn c-acp av-j c-acp cst, (p-acp n1 cc n1,) pns31 vvz po31 vvb vbz av j, cc po31 n1 av j; cc av vvz pn31 po31 ord n1, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp dt n-vvg dt j-vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 200 Page 267
1288 His next Project is, how to be Monarch of the West. And if perhaps he climbs thither, his inlarged Ambition does want more Room; from whence ariseth another Quaestion, What he shall do to Subdue the World, that Kings and Princes may bow down to him, His next Project is, how to be Monarch of the West. And if perhaps he climbs thither, his enlarged Ambition does want more Room; from whence arises Another Question, What he shall do to Subdue the World, that Kings and Princes may bow down to him, po31 ord n1 vbz, c-crq pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f dt n1. cc cs av pns31 vvz av, po31 vvn n1 vdz vvi dc n1; p-acp q-crq vvz j-jn n1, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp vvb dt n1, cst n2 cc n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 200 Page 267
1289 and that whole Nations may do him service. and that Whole nations may do him service. cc d j-jn n2 vmb vdi pno31 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 200 Page 267
1290 Nay if he arrives at That too, his Unlimited Desires are more imprison'd than before; And so his last ▪ Quaestion is (like That of the Great Macedonian Robber, ) what he shall do for more Worlds wherewith to satisfie his Hunger, and (not to quench, but) to exercise his cruel Thirst. Nay if he arrives At That too, his Unlimited Desires Are more imprisoned than before; And so his last ▪ Question is (like That of the Great Macedonian Robber,) what he shall do for more World's wherewith to satisfy his Hunger, and (not to quench, but) to exercise his cruel Thirst. uh cs pns31 vvz p-acp cst av, po31 j n2 vbr dc vvn cs a-acp; cc av po31 ord ▪ n1 vbz (av-j d pp-f dt j jp n1,) r-crq pns31 vmb vdi c-acp dc n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc (xx p-acp vvi, p-acp) p-acp vvb po31 j n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 200 Page 267
1291 Thus is every man a scambler for some kind of Happiness here on Earth, (at least for the shadow and picture of it;) But there is not the like solicitude for the getting of a Kingdom and Crown in Heaven. Where shall we meet with a man of Youth, who joyns his Heart unto his Head; and asks about the great Business for which he came into the World? where shall we meet with a man of Riches, who makes it the great Contrivance and Design of his Life, to be advis'd in what manner he ought to live? where shall we meet with a man of Power, who will indure to be looking so far before him, as to consider and contemplate his latter end? or who will look so far within him, Thus is every man a scambler for Some kind of Happiness Here on Earth, (At least for the shadow and picture of it;) But there is not the like solicitude for the getting of a Kingdom and Crown in Heaven. Where shall we meet with a man of Youth, who joins his Heart unto his Head; and asks about the great Business for which he Come into the World? where shall we meet with a man of Riches, who makes it the great Contrivance and Design of his Life, to be advised in what manner he ought to live? where shall we meet with a man of Power, who will endure to be looking so Far before him, as to Consider and contemplate his latter end? or who will look so Far within him, av vbz d n1 dt jc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp n1, (p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31;) cc-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt av-j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc vvb p-acp n1. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1? c-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvz pn31 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmd p-acp vvi? c-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvg av av-j p-acp pno31, a-acp p-acp vvb cc vvi po31 d n1? cc r-crq vmb vvi av av-j p-acp pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 201 Page 268
1292 as to examin the state of things, betwixt his Saviour and his Soul? as whether he hath made his Election sure? or whether he hath not rather received the Grace of God in vain? where is He that crys out with the frighted Iailour at Philippi, What must I do that I may be saved? that makes a strict and impartial search after the Requisites of his Salvation? that sends as 'twere an Huy and Cry after things future and invisible? and makes it the Burden of his Inquiry, (with this young man, this Rich man, this Ruler in the Text,) Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? as to examine the state of things, betwixt his Saviour and his Soul? as whither he hath made his Election sure? or whither he hath not rather received the Grace of God in vain? where is He that cries out with the frighted Jailor At Philippi, What must I do that I may be saved? that makes a strict and impartial search After the Requisites of his Salvation? that sends as 'twere an Huy and Cry After things future and invisible? and makes it the Burden of his Inquiry, (with this young man, this Rich man, this Ruler in the Text,) Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1? c-acp cs pns31 vhz vvd po31 n1 j? cc cs pns31 vhz xx av-c vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j? c-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp np1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn? cst vvz dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2-j pp-f po31 n1? cst vvz c-acp pn31|vbdr dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 j-jn cc j? cc vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (p-acp d j n1, d j n1, d n1 p-acp dt n1,) j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdb, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 201 Page 269
1293 A Text as worthy to be consider'd, by every one who does believe an Immortality of his Soul, and prepares for an Arrest at the hour of Death, and expects to be try'd at a Day of Iudgment, perhaps as any one Text in all the Scriptures. A Text so fruitful of Particulars, and of Particulars so pregnant for Meditation, that 'tis not easy to resolve, with which of the many we should begin. A Text as worthy to be considered, by every one who does believe an Immortality of his Soul, and prepares for an Arrest At the hour of Death, and expects to be tried At a Day of Judgement, perhaps as any one Text in all the Scriptures. A Text so fruitful of Particulars, and of Particulars so pregnant for Meditation, that it's not easy to resolve, with which of the many we should begin. dt n1 c-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d crd r-crq vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp d crd n1 p-acp d dt n2. dt n1 av j pp-f n2-j, cc pp-f n2-j av j p-acp n1, cst pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq pp-f dt d pns12 vmd vvi. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 269
1294 They do not come in such order, as the Creatures once did into Noah 's Ark, two by two; They do not come in such order, as the Creatures once did into Noah is Ark, two by two; pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n2 a-acp vdd p-acp np1 vbz np1, crd p-acp crd; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 269
1295 but they press in upon us all together in a Crowd, as it were striving with one another, which shall have the first Place in our consideration. but they press in upon us all together in a Crowd, as it were striving with one Another, which shall have the First Place in our consideration. p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp pno12 d av p-acp dt vvb, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp crd j-jn, r-crq vmb vhi dt ord n1 p-acp po12 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 269
1296 Here is a Servant, a Master, work, and wages; Here is an excellent Inquiry made by the Servant to the Master. Here is a Servant, a Master, work, and wages; Here is an excellent Inquiry made by the Servant to the Master. av vbz dt n1, dt n1, n1, cc n2; av vbz dt j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 269
1297 And here are both their Qualifications to make them pleasing to one another. For the Servant is diligent, the Master good. Here is the manner also, And Here Are both their Qualifications to make them pleasing to one Another. For the Servant is diligent, the Master good. Here is the manner also, cc av vbr d po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvg p-acp crd j-jn. p-acp dt n1 vbz j, dt vvb j. av vbz dt n1 av, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 269
1298 and matter, and final cause of the Enquiry. and matter, and final cause of the Enquiry. cc n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 269
1299 And here are divers other particulars growing out of the Body of these particulars, as the lesser Branches of a Tree are wont to grow out of the greater. But dismissing all the rest until we meet them in the Division, I here shall fasten upon the Servant as fit to direct and assist us in it. And Here Are diverse other particulars growing out of the Body of these particulars, as the lesser Branches of a Tree Are wont to grow out of the greater. But dismissing all the rest until we meet them in the Division, I Here shall fasten upon the Servant as fit to Direct and assist us in it. cc av vbr j n-jn n2-jn vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2-j, c-acp dt jc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j p-acp vvb av pp-f dt jc. p-acp vvg d dt n1 c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns11 av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno12 p-acp pn31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 270
1300 There being nothing more proper to entertain us till we come thither, than the several looser Circumstances both of his Person, and his Approach. There being nothing more proper to entertain us till we come thither, than the several looser circumstances both of his Person, and his Approach. a-acp vbg pix av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno12 c-acp pns12 vvb av, cs dt j jc n2 d pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 vvb. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 202 Page 270
1301 As for his Person; we may observe him so qualified in three respects, as one would think should ill dispose him for such an Inquiry as here he makes. As for his Person; we may observe him so qualified in three respects, as one would think should ill dispose him for such an Inquiry as Here he makes. p-acp p-acp po31 n1; pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av vvn p-acp crd n2, c-acp pi vmd vvi vmd av-jn vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp av pns31 vvz. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 270
1302 For in St. Matthew He is a Young man; For in Saint Matthew He is a Young man; p-acp p-acp n1 np1 pns31 vbz dt j n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 270
1303 A Rich man in St. Mark; In St. Luke, a Ruler. And it may seem a thing strange (as the World now goes) that being a young man, he should inquire after life; or that being a Rich man, he should inquire after Heaven; that being also a Ruler, he should inquire after Subjection. It is not easy to be believ'd, (so far it is from being usual,) that he who lately began to live, should be solicitous for Aeternity; that he who had purchased the present world, should pursue an Inheritance in the next too; A Rich man in Saint Mark; In Saint Lycia, a Ruler. And it may seem a thing strange (as the World now Goes) that being a young man, he should inquire After life; or that being a Rich man, he should inquire After Heaven; that being also a Ruler, he should inquire After Subjection. It is not easy to be believed, (so Far it is from being usual,) that he who lately began to live, should be solicitous for Eternity; that he who had purchased the present world, should pursue an Inheritance in the next too; dt j n1 p-acp n1 vvb; p-acp n1 av, dt n1. cc pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 j (c-acp dt n1 av vvz) cst vbg dt j n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1; cc cst vbg dt j n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1; cst vbg av dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1. pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, (av av-j pn31 vbz p-acp vbg j,) cst pns31 r-crq av-j vvd p-acp vvb, vmd vbi j p-acp n1; cst pns31 r-crq vhd vvn dt j n1, vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ord av; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 270
1304 And that a Person of Command, should readily set himself to Service. Yet thus he did, and did with vehemence. For whether we look upon his motion, whilst he was hastening towards Christ; And that a Person of Command, should readily Set himself to Service. Yet thus he did, and did with vehemence. For whither we look upon his motion, while he was hastening towards christ; cc cst dt n1 pp-f vvb, vmd av-j vvi px31 p-acp n1. av av pns31 vdd, cc vdd p-acp n1. c-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vbds vvg p-acp np1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 271
1305 or on his Posture, when he was at him; or on his Posture, when he was At him; cc p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp pno31; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 271
1306 his Salutation, in the Entrance; or his Inquiry, in the end; we may by his Running, guess his Readiness; by his Kneeling, his Humility; by his Compellation, his Zeal; and by the manner of his asking, the great Resignedness of Spirit wherewith he asked. For when Iesus (saith the Text) was gone forth into the way, there came one running, his Salutation, in the Entrance; or his Inquiry, in the end; we may by his Running, guess his Readiness; by his Kneeling, his Humility; by his Compellation, his Zeal; and by the manner of his asking, the great Resignedness of Spirit wherewith he asked. For when Iesus (Says the Text) was gone forth into the Way, there Come one running, po31 n1, p-acp dt n1; cc po31 n1, p-acp dt vvb; pns12 vmb p-acp po31 vvg, vvb po31 n1; p-acp po31 vvg, po31 n1; p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg, dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vvn. p-acp c-crq np1 (vvz dt n1) vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1, a-acp vvd pi vvg, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 271
1307 and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31, j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 203 Page 271
1308 Words which are partly The Evangelists, and partly The Quaerist 's of whom He speaks. The Evangelist's own words have three Particulars of Remarque; Words which Are partly The Evangelists, and partly The Quaerist is of whom He speaks. The Evangelist's own words have three Particulars of Remark; n2 r-crq vbr av dt n2, cc av dt n1 vbz a-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz. dt ng1 d n2 vhi crd n2-j pp-f n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 204 Page 271
1309 First, The Person who here inquires, Next, The Nature of his Inquiry, Thirdly, The Oracle inquired of. First, The Person who Here inquires, Next, The Nature of his Inquiry, Thirdly, The Oracle inquired of. ord, dt n1 r-crq av vvz, ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, ord, dt n1 vvn pp-f. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 204 Page 271
1310 The Quaerist's words at first View consist of Three general Parts, which again at the second View do afford us Six more. The Quaerist's words At First View consist of Three general Parts, which again At the second View do afford us Six more. dt npg1 n2 p-acp ord n1 vvi pp-f crd j n2, r-crq av p-acp dt ord n1 vdb vvi pno12 crd dc. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 204 Page 271
1311 Here is first a Compellation, Secondly a Question, Thirdly the End, or the Motive, or Cause of Both. In the first we have to consider Not only the Subject of the Quaerist's Compellation, [ NONLATINALPHABET, Master, ] But also the Adjunct or Qualification, [ NONLATINALPHABET, Good. ] Again in the second, we have two Things observable; Here is First a Compellation, Secondly a Question, Thirdly the End, or the Motive, or Cause of Both. In the First we have to Consider Not only the Subject of the Quaerist's Compellation, [, Master, ] But also the Adjunct or Qualification, [, Good. ] Again in the second, we have two Things observable; av vbz ord dt n1, ord dt vvb, ord dt vvb, cc dt n1, cc vvb pp-f d p-acp dt ord pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi xx av-j dt j-jn pp-f dt npg1 n1, [, n1, ] cc-acp av dt n1 cc n1, [, j. ] av p-acp dt ord, pns12 vhb crd n2 j; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 205 Page 272
1312 to wit, The Matter of the Inquiry, in the NONLATINALPHABET, And the Manner, in the NONLATINALPHABET; to wit, The Matter of the Inquiry, in the, And the Manner, in the; p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt, cc dt n1, p-acp dt; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 205 Page 272
1313 'Tis [ what ] and [ what shall I do? ] In the third, we have also two; First the Object to be obtained; [ NONLATINALPHABET, Eternal Life; ] And then the Manner of obtaining it; [ NONLATINALPHABET 'tis by Inheriting ] But this is not all. It's [ what ] and [ what shall I do? ] In the third, we have also two; First the Object to be obtained; [, Eternal Life; ] And then the Manner of obtaining it; [ it's by Inheriting ] But this is not all. pn31|vbz [ r-crq ] cc [ q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? ] p-acp dt ord, pns12 vhb av crd; ord dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; [, j n1; ] cc cs dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31; [ pn31|vbz p-acp vvg ] cc-acp d vbz xx d. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 205 Page 272
1314 For I observe the Compellation hath a twofold Aspect upon the Question; and seems to give us a pregnant Reason at once for the Matter and Manner of it. For I observe the Compellation hath a twofold Aspect upon the Question; and seems to give us a pregnant Reason At once for the Matter and Manner of it. p-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp dt vvb; cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j n1 p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 206 Page 272
1315 First here is something to be done by every Follower of Christ, and that because He is a Master. It is not, Master, what shall I say, or Master, what shall I believe, but NONLATINALPHABET; First Here is something to be done by every Follower of christ, and that Because He is a Master. It is not, Master, what shall I say, or Master, what shall I believe, but; ord av vbz pi p-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cc d c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1. pn31 vbz xx, n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vvi, cc n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vvi, p-acp; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 207 Page 273
1316 Master, what shall I Do? Master, what shall I Do? n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdb? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 207 Page 273
1317 Here is Secondly observable in this Candidate of Heaven, a meek Resignedness of mind to any Command of Christ imaginable, Here is Secondly observable in this Candidate of Heaven, a meek Resignedness of mind to any Command of christ imaginable, av vbz ord j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d vvb pp-f np1 j, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 208 Page 273
1318 and that because he is a Good, or a Gracious Master. The Servant presumes not to choose his work, He does not bargain for Life Aeternal at such a Rate as he thinks fit, with a [ Master, I will do this, or that, ] but indefinitely asks (with an humble kind of Indifference, ) NONLATINALPHABET; what shall I do? and that Because he is a Good, or a Gracious Master. The Servant Presumest not to choose his work, He does not bargain for Life Eternal At such a Rate as he thinks fit, with a [ Master, I will do this, or that, ] but indefinitely asks (with an humble kind of Indifference,); what shall I do? cc d c-acp pns31 vbz dt j, cc dt j n1. dt n1 vv2 xx p-acp vvb po31 n1, pns31 vdz xx n1 p-acp n1 j p-acp d dt vvb c-acp pns31 vvz j, p-acp dt [ n1, pns11 vmb vdb d, cc cst, ] cc-acp av-j vvz (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1,); r-crq vmb pns11 vdi? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 208 Page 273
1319 These are Particulars more than enough, not only to exercise and entertain our Attentions, but (perhaps) to distract them too. These Are Particulars more than enough, not only to exercise and entertain our Attentions, but (perhaps) to distract them too. d vbr n2-j av-dc cs av-d, xx av-j p-acp vvb cc vvb po12 n2, cc-acp (av) p-acp vvb pno32 av. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 209 Page 273
1320 And therefore it cannot be taken ill, if I shall gather their whole Result into Four Doctrinal Propositions. And Therefore it cannot be taken ill, if I shall gather their Whole Result into Four Doctrinal Propositions. cc av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn j-jn, cs pns11 vmb vvi po32 j-jn vvi p-acp crd j n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 209 Page 273
1321 First that the Son of God Incarnate, who at present is our Advocate, and will hereafter be our Iudge, and who purposely came to save us from the Tyranny of our Sins, is not only A Saviour, to propose Promises to our Faith; But also A Master, to challenge obedience to his Commands. We must not only believe him, which is but to have him in our Brains; nor must we only confess him, which is but to have him in our Mouths; no nor must we only love him, First that the Son of God Incarnate, who At present is our Advocate, and will hereafter be our Judge, and who purposely Come to save us from the Tyranny of our Sins, is not only A Saviour, to propose Promises to our Faith; But also A Master, to challenge Obedience to his Commands. We must not only believe him, which is but to have him in our Brains; nor must we only confess him, which is but to have him in our Mouths; not nor must we only love him, ord d dt n1 pp-f np1 j, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz po12 n1, cc vmb av vbi po12 vvi, cc r-crq av vvd p-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz xx av-j dt n1, pc-acp vvi vvz p-acp po12 n1; p-acp av dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvz. pns12 vmb xx av-j vvb pno31, r-crq vbz cc-acp pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2; ccx vmb pns12 av-j vvb pno31, r-crq vbz cc-acp pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2; xx ccx vmb pns12 av-j vvb pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 210 Page 274
1322 though That is to have him in our Hearts; but farther yet we must obey him, though That is to have him in our Hearts; but farther yet we must obey him, cs cst vbz pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2; p-acp jc av pns12 vmb vvi pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 210 Page 274
1323 and do him Service, which is to have him in our Hands and our Actions too. and do him Service, which is to have him in our Hands and our Actions too. cc vdb pno31 n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2 av. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 210 Page 274
1324 NONLATINALPHABET; Master, what shall I do? And yet Secondly; ; Master, what shall I do? And yet Secondly; ; n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vdb? cc av ord; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 210 Page 274
1325 Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ is not any way a Severe or Aegyptianlike Master, who looks to reap where he never sow'd, Our Lord and Saviour jesus christ is not any Way a Severe or Aegyptianlike Master, who looks to reap where he never sowed, po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1 vbz xx d n1 dt j cc j n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 av-x vvd, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 211 Page 274
1326 and exacts store of work without allowing any Materials; and exacts store of work without allowing any Materials; cc vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg d n2-jn; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 211 Page 274
1327 but a Master full of Mercy and Lovingkindness. And this he is in two respects. To wit of the work which he requires, which is not foesible only, but a Master full of Mercy and Lovingkindness. And this he is in two respects. To wit of the work which he requires, which is not foesible only, cc-acp dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc n1. cc d pns31 vbz p-acp crd n2. p-acp n1 pp-f dt vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, r-crq vbz xx j av-j, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 211 Page 274
1328 but pleasant; and of the wages which he promiseth, Aeternal Life. For each of these reasons, which do arise out of the Text, he is NONLATINALPHABET, A good Master. And therefore but pleasant; and of the wages which he promises, Eternal Life. For each of these Reasons, which do arise out of the Text, he is, A good Master. And Therefore cc-acp j; cc pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, j n1. p-acp d pp-f d n2, r-crq vdb vvi av pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz, dt j n1. cc av (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 211 Page 274
1329 Thirdly, We must in gratitude unto so Good a Master as This, behold our selves as obliged to two Returns; to wit a Readiness of Obedience, and a Resignedness of Wills. First a Readiness of obedience, even because he is our Master; next a Resignedness of wills, because he is our Good Master. Thirdly, We must in gratitude unto so Good a Master as This, behold our selves as obliged to two Returns; to wit a Readiness of obedience, and a Resignedness of Wills. First a Readiness of Obedience, even Because he is our Master; next a Resignedness of wills, Because he is our Good Master. ord, pns12 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp d, vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvn p-acp crd vvz; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. ord dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1; ord dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns31 vbz po12 j n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 212 Page 275
1330 Our Christian Tribute to both together, [ to wit his Authority, and his Goodness, ] must not only be Universal, but Unconstrain'd. NONLATINALPHABET; Our Christian Tribute to both together, [ to wit his authority, and his goodness, ] must not only be Universal, but Unconstrained.; np1 njp n1 p-acp d av, [ pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, ] vmb xx av-j vbi j-u, p-acp j.; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 212 Page 275
1331 what shall I do? that is to say, I will do any thing. what shall I do? that is to say, I will do any thing. r-crq vmb pns11 vdi? cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vdi d n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 212 Page 275
1332 I am ready to perform whatever Service thou shalt appoint, be it never so harsh, or be it never so difficult. Eternal Life is such a Prize, as for which I can never do enough. I say not therefore what I will do, I am ready to perform whatever Service thou shalt appoint, be it never so harsh, or be it never so difficult. Eternal Life is such a Prize, as for which I can never do enough. I say not Therefore what I will do, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pns21 vm2 vvi, vbb pn31 av-x av j, cc vbi pn31 av-x av j. j n1 vbz d dt vvb, a-acp p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb av-x vdi av-d. pns11 vvb xx av r-crq pns11 vmb vdb, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 212 Page 275
1333 but humbly ask what I shall. Yet Fourthly and lastly; but humbly ask what I shall. Yet Fourthly and lastly; cc-acp av-j vvb r-crq pns11 vmb. av ord cc ord; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 212 Page 275
1334 When we have done the most we can we are Unprofitable Servants. Our Obedience is not the Cause, but the aequitable Condition of our Reward. When we have done the most we can we Are Unprofitable Servants. Our obedience is not the Cause, but the equitable Condition of our Reward. q-crq pns12 vhb vdn dt av-ds n1 vmb pns12 vbr j-u n2. po12 n1 vbz xx dt vvb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 213 Page 275
1335 And we finally arrive at Eternal Life, not by way of Purchase, as we are Servants; but of Inheritance, as we are Sons. It is not here NONLATINALPHABET, And we finally arrive At Eternal Life, not by Way of Purchase, as we Are Servants; but of Inheritance, as we Are Sons. It is not Here, cc pns12 av-j vvb p-acp j n1, xx p-acp n1 pp-f vvi, c-acp pns12 vbr n2; p-acp pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vbr n2. pn31 vbz xx av, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 213 Page 275
1336 but only NONLATINALPHABET wee seek not to merit or to deserve, (as some gross Christians pretend to do,) but meerly to Inherit Eternal Life. but only we seek not to merit or to deserve, (as Some gross Christians pretend to do,) but merely to Inherit Eternal Life. cc-acp av-j pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, (c-acp d j np1 vvi pc-acp vdi,) p-acp av-j p-acp vvb j n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 213 Page 275
1337 I now have done with the Introduction, wherein is included the Explication and Division of the Text. But as 'tis easy for an Artist to design more work in a little Time, I now have done with the Introduction, wherein is included the Explication and Division of the Text. But as it's easy for an Artist to Design more work in a little Time, pns11 av vhb vdn p-acp dt n1, c-crq vbz vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np1 cc-acp c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb av-dc n1 p-acp dt j n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 214 Page 276
1338 than he is able to accomplish a long time after; so however I have already drawn the Monogram or Scheme of my well-meant Project, yet to fill it with the Zographesis, by making it practical, and easy, not only useful to the most knowing, but also familiar to the most Ignorant of those that read me, will be the Business not of one, but of several Essays. And this the rather, because than he is able to accomplish a long time After; so however I have already drawn the Monogram or Scheme of my well-meant Project, yet to fill it with the Zographesis, by making it practical, and easy, not only useful to the most knowing, but also familiar to the most Ignorant of those that read me, will be the Business not of one, but of several Essays. And this the rather, Because cs pns31 vbz j p-acp vvb dt av-j n1 a-acp; av c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn dt np1 cc n1 pp-f po11 j n1, av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt np1, p-acp vvg pn31 j, cc j, xx av-j j p-acp dt ds vvg, p-acp av j-jn p-acp dt ds j pp-f d cst vvb pno11, vmb vbi dt n1 xx pp-f crd, p-acp pp-f j n2. cc d dt av-c, c-acp (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 214 Page 276
1339 Before I find Access to the four Doctrinal Propositions, I must direct to several Lessons from Those three Preliminary Subjects the Text affords us. Before I find Access to the four Doctrinal Propositions, I must Direct to several Lessons from Those three Preliminary Subjects the Text affords us. p-acp pns11 vvb n1 p-acp dt crd j n2, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp d crd n1 np1 dt n1 vvz pno12. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 215 Page 276
1340 To wit the Quality of the Person who here inquires, The excellent Nature of his Inquiry, To wit the Quality of the Person who Here inquires, The excellent Nature of his Inquiry, p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq av vvz, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 215 Page 276
1341 and The Condition of the Oracle inquired of. and The Condition of the Oracle inquired of. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 215 Page 276
1342 First the Person here inquiring had three remarkable Qualifications; Youth, Wealth, and Honour. And yet for all that, he did not ask as a young man, How shall I purchase the sweetest Pleasures? nor yet as a Rich man, How shall I compass the greatest wealth? no nor yet as a Ruler, How shall I climb to the highest Pinacle of Preferment: First the Person Here inquiring had three remarkable Qualifications; Youth, Wealth, and Honour. And yet for all that, he did not ask as a young man, How shall I purchase the Sweetest Pleasures? nor yet as a Rich man, How shall I compass the greatest wealth? no nor yet as a Ruler, How shall I climb to the highest Pinnacle of Preferment: ord dt n1 av vvg vhd crd j n2; n1, n1, cc n1. cc av p-acp d d, pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi dt js n2? ccx av p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi dt js n1? uh-dx ccx av p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1: (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 216 Page 277
1343 But notwithstanding his three Impediments pulling him down towards the Earth, he seemed wholly to be solicitous, How he might come by a place in Heaven. But notwithstanding his three Impediments pulling him down towards the Earth, he seemed wholly to be solicitous, How he might come by a place in Heaven. cc-acp p-acp po31 crd n2 vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd av-jn pc-acp vbi j, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 216 Page 277
1344 And therefore hence we are to take out a threefold Lesson; one for Young men, another for Rich men, a third for Rulers. (And I suppose of these three, this particular Congregation does now consist). And Therefore hence we Are to take out a threefold lesson; one for Young men, Another for Rich men, a third for Rulers. (And I suppose of these three, this particular Congregation does now consist). cc av av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av dt j n1; crd p-acp j n2, j-jn p-acp j n2, dt ord p-acp n2. (cc pns11 vvb pp-f d crd, d j n1 vdz av vvi). (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 216 Page 277
1345 First our Young men must learn, from the example of this Inquirer, to remember their Creator in the days of their youth, First our Young men must Learn, from the Exampl of this Inquirer, to Remember their Creator in the days of their youth, ord po12 j n2 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvi, p-acp vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 217 Page 277
1346 whilst the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh when they shall say, We have no pleasure in them, (Prov. 12. 1.) And that especially for these three Reasons. while the evil days come not, nor the Years draw High when they shall say, We have no pleasure in them, (Curae 12. 1.) And that especially for these three Reasons. cs dt j-jn n2 vvb xx, ccx dt n2 vvb av-j c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32, (np1 crd crd) cc cst av-j p-acp d crd n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 217 Page 277
1347 First the younger any one is, he came the more lately out of the Hands of his Creator; and has had the less time, to grow forgetful of the Rock out of which he was hewn. First the younger any one is, he Come the more lately out of the Hands of his Creator; and has had the less time, to grow forgetful of the Rock out of which he was hewn. ord dt jc d pi vbz, pns31 vvd dt av-dc av-j av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; cc vhz vhn dt av-dc n1, pc-acp vvi j pp-f dt n1 av pp-f r-crq pns31 vbds vvn. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 277
1348 It is with mens Souls as with their Bodies, and with their Bodies as with their Cloaths; The newer, commonly the better; and the older, so much the worse. A little evil Communication is enough to ferment the greatest Mass of good manners. It is with men's Souls as with their Bodies, and with their Bodies as with their Clothes; The newer, commonly the better; and the older, so much the Worse. A little evil Communication is enough to ferment the greatest Mass of good manners. pn31 vbz p-acp ng2 n2 c-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2 c-acp p-acp po32 n2; dt jc, av-j dt jc; cc dt jc, av av-d dt av-jc. dt j j-jn n1 vbz av-d p-acp n1 dt js n1 pp-f j n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 278
1349 And if the whole World does lye in wickedness, (as St. Iohn affirms it does,) how can we look to be the purer, by growing old and decrepit in so much Dirt? no, the longer we converse with Pitch or Birdlime, (to which the wickedness of the World may very happily be compar'd) It is by so much the harder to make us clean. Besides, we ought to run after Christ, (like this Inquirer in the Text,) not go to him like a Torpedo, as if we did not affect, but fear him; And if the Whole World does lie in wickedness, (as Saint John affirms it does,) how can we look to be the Purer, by growing old and decrepit in so much Dirt? no, the longer we converse with Pitch or Birdlime, (to which the wickedness of the World may very happily be compared) It is by so much the harder to make us clean. Beside, we ought to run After christ, (like this Inquirer in the Text,) not go to him like a Torpedo, as if we did not affect, but Fear him; cc cs dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi p-acp n1, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31 vdz,) q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi dt jc, p-acp j-vvg j cc j p-acp av d n1? av-dx, dt jc pns12 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, (p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av av-j vbi vvn) pn31 vbz p-acp av av-d dt jc pc-acp vvi pno12 j. a-acp, pns12 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp np1, (av-j d vvi p-acp dt n1,) xx vvi p-acp pno31 av-j dt np1, c-acp cs pns12 vdd xx vvi, p-acp vvb pno31; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 278
1350 or tanquam Bos ad Cer•ma, as if we were afraid to be baited by him. or tanquam Bos ad Cer•ma, as if we were afraid to be baited by him. cc fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 278
1351 But now the younger any man is, he can run so much the faster; whereas grown old he will hardly go. It was therefore the Blessing of God to Enoch, that he took him away speedily, and even hasten'd to cut him off, to the end that wickedness might not alter his Understanding, But now the younger any man is, he can run so much the faster; whereas grown old he will hardly go. It was Therefore the Blessing of God to Enoch, that he took him away speedily, and even hastened to Cut him off, to the end that wickedness might not altar his Understanding, p-acp av dt jc d n1 vbz, pns31 vmb vvi av av-d dt av-jc; cs vvn j pns31 vmb av vvb. pn31 vbds av dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvd pno31 av av-j, cc j vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, p-acp dt n1 d n1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 278
1352 nor deceipt beguile his Soul, (Wisd. 4. 11, 14.) This was That that gave occasion to the young mans Inquiry which lyes before us. nor deceit beguile his Soul, (Wisdom 4. 11, 14.) This was That that gave occasion to the young men Inquiry which lies before us. ccx n1 vvi po31 n1, (np1 crd crd, crd) d vbds d cst vvd n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 278
1353 For having heard our Saviour say, Suffer little Children to come unto me, for of such is the Kingdom of God, (v. 14.) And that no man shall enter into the Kingdom of God, For having herd our Saviour say, Suffer little Children to come unto me, for of such is the Kingdom of God, (v. 14.) And that no man shall enter into the Kingdom of God, p-acp vhg vvn po12 n1 vvb, vvb j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, c-acp pp-f d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (n1 crd) cc cst dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 278
1354 unless he receive it as a little Child, (v. 15.) He immediately consider'd within himself, That notwithstanding he was hitherto a young man, he had yet outliv'd his harmless Childhood; and that the longer he should live, the farther off he should grow from a little Child; and so it concern'd him very nearly (even before he grew older, and heap't up sins as well as years, ) to address himself to Christ with this Petition. unless he receive it as a little Child, (v. 15.) He immediately considered within himself, That notwithstanding he was hitherto a young man, he had yet outlived his harmless Childhood; and that the longer he should live, the farther off he should grow from a little Child; and so it concerned him very nearly (even before he grew older, and heaped up Sins as well as Years,) to address himself to christ with this Petition. cs pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1, (n1 crd) pns31 av-j vvn p-acp px31, cst a-acp pns31 vbds av dt j n1, pns31 vhd av vvd po31 j n1; cc d dt jc pns31 vmd vvi, dt av-jc p-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1; cc av pn31 vvd pno31 av av-j (av c-acp pns31 vvd jc, cc vvn a-acp n2 c-acp av c-acp n2,) pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1 p-acp d vvb. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 279
1355 For God's sake, Master, resolve me one Question. For God's sake, Master, resolve me one Question. p-acp npg1 n1, n1, vvb pno11 crd n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 279
1356 If 'tis true, what thou say'st, That little Children are the Inhabitants of which the Kingdom of God is more especially made up; If it's true, what thou Sayest, That little Children Are the Inhabitants of which the Kingdom of God is more especially made up; cs pn31|vbz j, r-crq pns21 vv2, cst j n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-dc av-j vvn a-acp; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 279
1357 what then shall I do, who am no little Child, that I also may inherit Eternal Life? The consideration of which Example ought to provoke us to aemulation, and to be prevalent also with Us, to remember our Redeemer in the days of our youth, whilst we have had but a little Time, to be infected with a sick and contagious World. what then shall I do, who am no little Child, that I also may inherit Eternal Life? The consideration of which Exampl ought to provoke us to Emulation, and to be prevalent also with Us, to Remember our Redeemer in the days of our youth, while we have had but a little Time, to be infected with a sick and contagious World. r-crq av vmb pns11 vdi, q-crq vbm dx j n1, cst pns11 av vmb vvi j n1? dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vmd pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi j av p-acp pno32, p-acp vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cs pns12 vhb vhn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 218 Page 279
1358 Again the younger any one is, the more capable he is of a deep Impression. As when a new Vessel is season'd with this or that Liquor, it will savour of it the longer for being New. And a very young Tree, be it never so crooked, will yet be made to grow straight; but if an old Tree is crooked, it is incorrigible; neither Industry nor Artifice can then reform it. Again the younger any one is, the more capable he is of a deep Impression. As when a new Vessel is seasoned with this or that Liquour, it will savour of it the longer for being New. And a very young Tree, be it never so crooked, will yet be made to grow straight; but if an old Tree is crooked, it is incorrigible; neither Industry nor Artifice can then reform it. av dt jc d pi vbz, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz pp-f dt j-jn n1. c-acp c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d cc d n1, pn31 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 dt av-jc p-acp vbg np1 cc dt j j n1, vbb pn31 av-x av j, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av; p-acp cs dt j n1 vbz j, pn31 vbz j; dx n1 ccx vvb vmb av vvb pn31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1359 So if a man is well principl'd and well disposed from his youth, or suck in good manners almost as soon as he does his Milk, Vertue will cleave to him as close, as his two Essentials; 'twill be his NONLATINALPHABET, (as Galen elegantly) that is, a kind of acquired Nature. But he who is an old Sinner, So if a man is well principled and well disposed from his youth, or suck in good manners almost as soon as he does his Milk, Virtue will cleave to him as close, as his two Essentials; it'll be his, (as Galen elegantly) that is, a kind of acquired Nature. But he who is an old Sinner, av cs dt n1 vbz av vvn cc av vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp j n2 av c-acp av c-acp pns31 vdz po31 n1, n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp j, p-acp po31 crd n2-jn; pn31|vmb vbi po31, (c-acp np1 av-j) cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f vvn n1. p-acp pns31 r-crq vbz dt j n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1360 or a Sinner in Grain, will find it as difficult not to be so, as for a Leopard to change his spots, or a Sinner in Grain, will find it as difficult not to be so, as for a Leopard to change his spots, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j xx pc-acp vbi av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1361 or a Blackmore his skin, Jer. 13. 23. Aegrius ejicitur ▪ And it is by much an easier thing, at first to put on the Armour of Light, or a Blackmore his skin, Jer. 13. 23. Aegrius ejicitur ▪ And it is by much an Easier thing, At First to put on the Armour of Light, cc dt np1 po31 n1, np1 crd crd np1 fw-la ▪ cc pn31 vbz p-acp d dt jc n1, p-acp ord p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1362 than at last to cast off the Works of Darkness. than At last to cast off the Works of Darkness. cs p-acp ord p-acp vvd a-acp dt vvz pp-f n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1363 As to preserve ones health is easier, than to recover it when it is lost. Remember therefore thy Redeemer in the days of thy youth, whilst yet thou hast a Remembrance to hold him in; As to preserve ones health is Easier, than to recover it when it is lost. remember Therefore thy Redeemer in the days of thy youth, while yet thou hast a Remembrance to hold him in; p-acp p-acp vvb pi2 n1 vbz jc, cs p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn. np1 av po21 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, cs av pns21 vh2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1364 lest if thou wickedly put it off to thy days of Dotage, thou forget (like fat Iesurun ) the God that made thee. lest if thou wickedly put it off to thy days of Dotage, thou forget (like fat Jeshurun) the God that made thee. cs cs pns21 av-j vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp po21 n2 pp-f n1, pns21 vvb (av-j j vvb) dt np1 cst vvd pno21. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 219 Page 280
1365 Lastly the younger any one is, he is a Sacrifie the fitter for God's Acceptance. Of all the fruits of the Earth, before the Times of the Law, He did require for his Portion, the first and choicest. Nor would he have any thing under the Law, but what was clean and without Blemish. So he expects under the Gospel, that we should give him still the best, of whatsoever we have, or are. And to answer his expectation, of all the days in the week, we give him Sunday, which is the First. Of all the Hours in the Day, we ought to give him the very Morning; to converse with him betimes, before our spirits are taken up with his two Grand Rivals, The choaking Cares, and bewitching Pleasures of the World. Lastly the younger any one is, he is a Sacrify the fitter for God's Acceptance. Of all the fruits of the Earth, before the Times of the Law, He did require for his Portion, the First and Choicest. Nor would he have any thing under the Law, but what was clean and without Blemish. So he expects under the Gospel, that we should give him still the best, of whatsoever we have, or Are. And to answer his expectation, of all the days in the Week, we give him Sunday, which is the First. Of all the Hours in the Day, we ought to give him the very Morning; to converse with him betimes, before our spirits Are taken up with his two Grand Rivals, The choking Cares, and bewitching Pleasures of the World. ord dt jc d pi vbz, pns31 vbz dt n1 dt jc p-acp npg1 n1. pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt ord cc js. ccx vmd pns31 vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq vbds j cc p-acp vvi. av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 av dt av-js, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb, cc vbr. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb pno31 np1, r-crq vbz dt ord. pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n1; pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 av, p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po31 crd j n2, dt vvg n2, cc j-vvg ng1 pp-f dt n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 281
1366 Thus we must consecrate our Youth and our Childhood to him; which we may call the very Morning and Dawning of our Days. Thus we must consecrate our Youth and our Childhood to him; which we may call the very Morning and Dawning of our Days. av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 cc po12 n1 p-acp pno31; r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc vvg pp-f po12 n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 281
1367 That is to say, we must serve him with the Excellence of our strength; whilst we are fresh and florid, and so an Oblation the worthier of him. That is to say, we must serve him with the Excellence of our strength; while we Are fresh and florid, and so an Oblation the Worthier of him. cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; cs pns12 vbr j cc j, cc av dt n1 dt jc pp-f pno31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 281
1368 What! spend the Flower of our Age on that base Triumvirate, The World, the Flesh, and the Devil? and at last when we are Wither'd, obtrude our selves upon our Maker? Shall we spend on God's Enemies the Spring and April of our Lives, when our Memories and our Wits are fresh as Rose-buds? And put off God with our December, when we have nothing to entertain him, What! spend the Flower of our Age on that base Triumvirate, The World, the Flesh, and the devil? and At last when we Are Withered, obtrude our selves upon our Maker? Shall we spend on God's Enemies the Spring and April of our Lives, when our Memories and our Wits Are fresh as Rosebuds? And put off God with our December, when we have nothing to entertain him, uh vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d j n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1? cc p-acp ord c-crq pns12 vbr j-vvn, vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp npg1 n2 dt vvb cc np1 pp-f po12 vvz, c-crq po12 n2 cc po12 n2 vbr j p-acp n2? cc vvd a-acp np1 p-acp po12 np1, c-crq pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vvi pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 282
1369 but Frost, and Snow? Nothing but Doatage and Forgetfulness, wherewith to make an Oblation to him? will God accept of That putrid Carkass, whose Life and Beauty hath been bestow'd upon the Devil? or when the World and the Flesh have injoy'd our Kernel, How can we think that our Creator will be contented with the Shell? Admit the Case were our own, and that the wife of a man's Bosom should spend her youth and her verdure in the Love of strange men; would he be willing to receive her when at last she comes to him both halt and blind? or what would we think of that man, who having invited us to his Table, should take the Marrow to himself, but Frost, and Snow? Nothing but Dotage and Forgetfulness, wherewith to make an Oblation to him? will God accept of That putrid Carcase, whose Life and Beauty hath been bestowed upon the devil? or when the World and the Flesh have enjoyed our Kernel, How can we think that our Creator will be contented with the Shell? Admit the Case were our own, and that the wife of a Man's Bosom should spend her youth and her verdure in the Love of strange men; would he be willing to receive her when At last she comes to him both halt and blind? or what would we think of that man, who having invited us to his Table, should take the Marrow to himself, cc-acp n1, cc n1? pi2 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31? vmb np1 vvb pp-f cst j n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1? cc c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vhb vvn po12 n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cst po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? vvb dt n1 vbdr po12 d, cc d dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vmd vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; vmd pns31 vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq p-acp ord pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 d vvb cc j? cc q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pp-f d n1, r-crq vhg vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp px31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 282
1370 and humbly present us with the Bone? or give the Victuals to his Dogs, and leave us to dine upon the Platters? If ye offer the blind for Sacrifice, is it not evil (saith God to Israel? ) Or if ye offer the lame and sick, is it not evil? offer it now unto thy Governour, will he be pleased with thee, and humbly present us with the Bone? or give the Victuals to his Dogs, and leave us to dine upon the Platters? If you offer the blind for Sacrifice, is it not evil (Says God to Israel?) Or if you offer the lame and sick, is it not evil? offer it now unto thy Governor, will he be pleased with thee, cc av-j vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1? cc vvi dt n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvz? cs pn22 vvb dt j p-acp n1, vbz pn31 xx j-jn (vvz np1 p-acp np1?) cc cs pn22 vvb dt j cc j, vbz pn31 xx j-jn? vvb pn31 av p-acp po21 n1, vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp pno21, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 282
1371 or accept thy Person, saith the Lord of Hosts? 'Tis an important expostulation, in the First of Malachi, at the Eighth Verse. Now if one man refuseth such an offering from another, as the Offerer knows not what to do with; or accept thy Person, Says the Lord of Hosts? It's an important expostulation, in the First of Malachi, At the Eighth Verse. Now if one man Refuseth such an offering from Another, as the Offerer knows not what to do with; cc vvb po21 n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2? pn31|vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord n1. av cs crd n1 vvz d dt vvg p-acp j-jn, p-acp dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 283
1372 why should not God refuse Us, when we refuse coming to him 'till old and ugly? that is to say, 'till we our selves are grown such Burdens unto our selves, as we know not what to do with? It is not likely He will have Us, if we will not have Him, until we are not worth having. If we will not both love him, why should not God refuse Us, when we refuse coming to him till old and ugly? that is to say, till we our selves Are grown such Burdens unto our selves, as we know not what to do with? It is not likely He will have Us, if we will not have Him, until we Are not worth having. If we will not both love him, q-crq vmd xx np1 vvb pno32, c-crq pns12 vvb vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp j cc j? cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp zz po12 n2 vbr vvn d n2 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp? pn31 vbz xx j pns31 vmb vhi pno32, cs pns12 vmb xx vhi pno31, c-acp pns12 vbr xx j vhg. cs pns12 vmb xx d vvb pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 283
1373 and obey him whilst we are young, He has certainly no inducement to be Amorous of us when we are old; when we are worm-eaten with years, and have nothing to treat him with, and obey him while we Are young, He has Certainly no inducement to be Amoros of us when we Are old; when we Are Worm-eaten with Years, and have nothing to Treat him with, cc vvb pno31 cs pns12 vbr j, pns31 vhz av-j dx n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno12 c-crq pns12 vbr j; c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp n2, cc vhb pix pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 283
1374 but Catarrhs, and Tissicks; nothing but Rottenness and Stench for his Entertainment. O let it never once depart out of our Memories and our Minds, that Samuel was but a little Child, when yet he wore a Linnen Ephod, and spent his Time in the Temple; as being to his God such a perfect Votary, that even his actual Living in, was a real forsaking of the World. but Catarrhs, and Tissicks; nothing but Rottenness and Stench for his Entertainment. Oh let it never once depart out of our Memories and our Minds, that Samuel was but a little Child, when yet he wore a Linen Ephod, and spent his Time in the Temple; as being to his God such a perfect Votary, that even his actual Living in, was a real forsaking of the World. cc-acp n2, cc n2; pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. uh vvb pn31 av a-acp vvb av pp-f po12 n2 cc po12 n2, cst np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1, c-crq av pns31 vvd dt n1 n1, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp vbg p-acp po31 np1 d dt j n1, cst av po31 j vvg p-acp, vbds dt j vvg pp-f dt n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 283
1375 Remember that Daniel was but a Youth, and yet a Prophet of the most High. That David was but a Stripling, when yet he had a mighty Zeal for the Lord of Hosts. That Iohn the Baptist, from his Cradle, was a most absolute Recluse. That Iohn the Evangelist and Divine was but a very young man, when Grave enough for an Apostleship, and for the privilege to lean on his Saviour's Bosom. That King Iosias was but a Child, (NONLATINALPHABET, saith the Cassobelite in her Epistle to Ignatius, ) when yet he sought after the God of his Father David, 2 Chron. 34. 3. That Timothy was but a Youth, and yet a Bishop; of whom St. Paul (his Ghostly Father ) gave this witness to the World, That he had known the Scriptures even from a Child. remember that daniel was but a Youth, and yet a Prophet of the most High. That David was but a Stripling, when yet he had a mighty Zeal for the Lord of Hosts. That John the Baptist, from his Cradle, was a most absolute Recluse. That John the Evangelist and Divine was but a very young man, when Grave enough for an Apostleship, and for the privilege to lean on his Saviour's Bosom. That King Iosias was but a Child, (, Says the Cassobelite in her Epistle to Ignatius,) when yet he sought After the God of his Father David, 2 Chronicles 34. 3. That Timothy was but a Youth, and yet a Bishop; of whom Saint Paul (his Ghostly Father) gave this witness to the World, That he had known the Scriptures even from a Child. np1 cst np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j. cst np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, c-crq av pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cst np1 dt np1, p-acp po31 n1, vbds dt av-ds j n1. cst np1 dt np1 cc j-jn vbds p-acp dt j j n1, c-crq j av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1. cst n1 np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, (, vvz dt vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1,) c-crq av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd cst np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1; pp-f r-crq n1 np1 (po31 j n1) vvd d vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vhd vvn dt n2 av p-acp dt n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1376 Inquire we therefore with the Psalmist, Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way. Inquire we Therefore with the Psalmist, Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his Way. vvb pns12 av p-acp dt n1, c-crq vmb dt j n1 vvi po31 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1377 And as the Votary in my Text went running to Christ whilst he was young, so let us also go running to him, And as the Votary in my Text went running to christ while he was young, so let us also go running to him, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvd vvg p-acp np1 cs pns31 vbds j, av vvb pno12 av vvb vvg p-acp pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1378 whilst we are able to run apace. And let us kneel (as He did) before our Knees are grown stiff. And having kneeled down to Christ, let us call him Good Master, with our Inquirer. while we Are able to run apace. And let us kneel (as He did) before our Knees Are grown stiff. And having kneeled down to christ, let us call him Good Master, with our Inquirer. cs pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb av. cc vvb pno12 vvi (c-acp pns31 vdd) p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn j. cc vhg vvn a-acp p-acp np1, vvb pno12 vvi pno31 j n1, p-acp po12 np1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1379 And let the Subject of our Inquiry be only This; And let the Subject of our Inquiry be only This; cc vvb dt j-jn pp-f po12 n1 vbb av-j d; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1380 What shall we do that we may be sav'd? If no man can enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, What shall we do that we may be saved? If no man can enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn? cs dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1381 unless it be as a little Child; unless it be as a little Child; cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 284
1382 what then shall We do, who are stricken in years, and have long since outliv'd our littlechildhood, that We also may Inherit Aeternal Life? what then shall We do, who Are stricken in Years, and have long since outlived our littlechildhood, that We also may Inherit Eternal Life? r-crq av vmb pns12 vdb, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc vhb av-j p-acp vvd po12 n1, d pns12 av vmb vvi j n1? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 220 Page 285
1383 This is the use we are to make of the first Qualification of our Inquirer, and These are the Reasons on which it stands. This is the use we Are to make of the First Qualification of our Inquirer, and These Are the Reasons on which it Stands. d vbz dt vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po12 np1, cc d vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 221 Page 285
1384 Next our Rich men must learn, from the example of this Inquirer, that the greater their Riches are, the greater Necessity lyes upon them to fly for Sanctuary to Christ. It being as difficult for a Rich man to enter Heaven, as for a Camel to find a passage through the Eye of a Needle. And so there is need that they run to Christ, that Christ may shew them the Danger of being Rich, Next our Rich men must Learn, from the Exampl of this Inquirer, that the greater their Riches Are, the greater Necessity lies upon them to fly for Sanctuary to christ. It being as difficult for a Rich man to enter Heaven, as for a Camel to find a passage through the Eye of a Needle. And so there is need that they run to christ, that christ may show them the Danger of being Rich, ord po12 j n2 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvi, cst dt jc po32 n2 vbr, dt jc n1 vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1. pn31 n1 p-acp j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvb n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1. cc av pc-acp vbz n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cst np1 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f vbg j, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 285
1385 and by his Counsel defend them from it. That he may teach them the Christian Method, whereby they may safely attain to Riches, and by his Counsel defend them from it. That he may teach them the Christian Method, whereby they may safely attain to Riches, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 dt njp n1, c-crq pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n2, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 285
1386 or how they may honestly possess them, or how they may usefully put them away. How they may profitably be rid of those pleasant Enemies; or how they may honestly possess them, or how they may usefully put them away. How they may profitably be rid of those pleasant Enemies; cc c-crq pns32 vmb av-j vvb pno32, cc c-crq pns32 vmb av-j vvd pno32 av. c-crq pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn pp-f d j n2; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 285
1387 unlade themselves of such heavy thick Clay, (as the Prophet calls it;) and run to Christ so much the nimbler, for being light; for being emptied and disburden'd of so much white and red Earth. How they may reap the greater Harvest, by casting their Bread upon the waters; unladen themselves of such heavy thick Clay, (as the Prophet calls it;) and run to christ so much the nimbler, for being Light; for being emptied and disburdened of so much white and read Earth. How they may reap the greater Harvest, by casting their Bred upon the waters; vvb px32 pp-f d j j n1, (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31;) cc vvb p-acp np1 av av-d dt jc, p-acp vbg j; p-acp vbg vvn cc vvn pp-f av d j-jn cc j-jn n1. c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt jc n1, p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp dt n2; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 286
1388 How they may make themselves Friends of the Mammon of Unrighteousness, and help to save themselves by That, which helps to damn so many others. How they may lay up a Treasure in Heaven, and provide themselves Bags which wax not old, where the Worm of Time doth not corrupt, nor the Thief of Sequestration break through and steal. If there are any amongst our selves, who have Riches in possession, either dishonestly acquir'd, or uncharitably kept; we ought to start away from them, How they may make themselves Friends of the Mammon of Unrighteousness, and help to save themselves by That, which helps to damn so many Others. How they may lay up a Treasure in Heaven, and provide themselves Bags which wax not old, where the Worm of Time does not corrupt, nor the Thief of Sequestration break through and steal. If there Are any among our selves, who have Riches in possession, either dishonestly acquired, or uncharitably kept; we ought to start away from them, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32 n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp p-acp px32 p-acp cst, r-crq vvz p-acp vvb av d n2-jn. c-crq pns32 vmb vvd a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb px32 n2 r-crq vvb xx j, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx vvi, ccx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp cc vvi. cs pc-acp vbr d p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vhb n2 p-acp n1, d av-j vvn, cc av-j vvd; pns12 vmd p-acp vvb av p-acp pno32, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 286
1389 like a man who unaware hath chanced to tread upon a Serpent; and to fling them far enough from us, like a man who unaware hath chanced to tread upon a Serpent; and to fling them Far enough from us, av-j dt n1 r-crq av-j vhz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp vvb pno32 av-j av-d p-acp pno12, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 286
1390 like the Emperour Sigismund; and to go running after Christ (like the Rich Votary in my Text,) saying, What shall we do who are men of great Plenty, and so are tempted more strongly than others are, like the Emperor Sigismund; and to go running After christ (like the Rich Votary in my Text,) saying, What shall we do who Are men of great Plenty, and so Are tempted more strongly than Others Are, av-j dt n1 np1; cc pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp np1 (av-j dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1,) vvg, q-crq vmb pns12 vdb r-crq vbr n2 pp-f j n1, cc av vbr vvn av-dc av-j cs n2-jn vbr, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 286
1391 and therefore every day walk in greater Ieopardy of our Lives ); and Therefore every day walk in greater Jeopardy of our Lives); cc av d n1 vvi p-acp jc n1 pp-f po12 vvz); (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 286
1392 We for whom it is so hard to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, even as hard as for a Camel to enter through a Needle's Eye, ) what shall such as We do, that We also may Inherit Aeternal Life? We for whom it is so hard to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, even as hard as for a Camel to enter through a Needle's Eye,) what shall such as We do, that We also may Inherit Eternal Life? pns12 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1,) r-crq vmb d p-acp pns12 vdb, cst pns12 av vmb vvi j n1? (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 222 Page 287
1393 This is the use we are to make of the second Qualification of our Inquirer, and This is chiefly the reason on which 'tis built. This is the use we Are to make of the second Qualification of our Inquirer, and This is chiefly the reason on which it's built. d vbz dt vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po12 np1, cc d vbz av-jn dt vvb p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvn. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 223 Page 287
1394 Lastly our Great men must learn, from the Example of This Inquirer, to lay their Greatness at Christ's Feet, Lastly our Great men must Learn, from the Exampl of This Inquirer, to lay their Greatness At Christ's Feet, ord po12 j n2 vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp npg1 n2, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 224 Page 287
1395 and to tread it under their own. Or (to express it in the words of the Son of Sirach ) the greater he is, to humble himself so much the more, Ecclus. 3. 18. And the Reason There is, (though other reasons are to be given,) because the Mysteries of God are only revealed unto the Meek, (v. 19.) The humble Soul is God's Temple, if not his Heaven too. and to tread it under their own. Or (to express it in the words of the Son of Sirach) the greater he is, to humble himself so much the more, Ecclus 3. 18. And the Reason There is, (though other Reasons Are to be given,) Because the Mysteres of God Are only revealed unto the Meek, (v. 19.) The humble Soul is God's Temple, if not his Heaven too. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po32 d. cc (pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) dt jc pns31 vbz, pc-acp vvi px31 av av-d dt av-dc, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 a-acp vbz, (c-acp j-jn n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn,) p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j, (n1 crd) dt j n1 vbz npg1 n1, cs xx po31 n1 av. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 224 Page 287
1396 For what was said heretofore by the Heathen Oracle in Hierocles, NONLATINALPHABET, For what was said heretofore by the Heathen Oracle in Hierocles,, p-acp r-crq vbds vvn av p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1,, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 224 Page 287
1397 [ that God delights himself as much in a pious Soul, as to dwell between The Cherubim in Heaven it self, ] may be evinced to be True from out the Oracles of Iehovah; who saith by the Mouth of his Prophet Esa, that the man upon whom he delights to look, and in whom he is pleas'd to dwell, is the man of a poor and a contrite Spirit, who even trembles at his word. And what said St. Paul to his Corinthians? Ye see your Calling, Brethren, [ that God delights himself as much in a pious Soul, as to dwell between The Cherubin in Heaven it self, ] may be evinced to be True from out the Oracles of Jehovah; who Says by the Mouth of his Prophet Isaiah, that the man upon whom he delights to look, and in whom he is pleased to dwell, is the man of a poor and a contrite Spirit, who even trembles At his word. And what said Saint Paul to his Corinthians? You see your Calling, Brothers, [ cst np1 vvz px31 p-acp d p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1, ] vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp av dt n2 pp-f np1; r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp vvb, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j cc dt j n1, r-crq av vvz p-acp po31 n1. cc r-crq vvd n1 np1 p-acp po31 np1? pn22 vvb po22 vvg, n2, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1398 how that not many Wise men after the Flesh, not many Mighty, not many Noble men are called; how that not many Wise men After the Flesh, not many Mighty, not many Noble men Are called; c-crq cst xx d j n2 p-acp dt n1, xx d j, xx d j n2 vbr vvn; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1399 But the foolish, and base, and despised things of the World, and the things which are not, are made choice of by God, to bring to naught things that are: But the foolish, and base, and despised things of the World, and the things which Are not, Are made choice of by God, to bring to nought things that Are: cc-acp dt j, cc j, cc j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 r-crq vbr xx, vbr vvn n1 pp-f p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pix n2 cst vbr: (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1400 and that as for other, so for This reason also, that no flesh may glory in His presence. and that as for other, so for This reason also, that no Flesh may glory in His presence. cc d c-acp p-acp j-jn, av p-acp d vvb av, cst dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1401 This is That Nobleness indeed, wherewith the Nobleness of the World cannot be worthy to be compar'd, This is That Nobleness indeed, wherewith the Nobleness of the World cannot be worthy to be compared, d vbz cst n1 av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1402 unless as the Child, or the Parent of it. unless as the Child, or the Parent of it. cs p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1403 For Secular Nobleness or Nobility, (consider'd simply, and in it self,) has ever been reckon'd to arise, from one or more of These Three Grounds. 'Tis either merited by Prudence, (Secular Wisdom, For Secular Nobleness or Nobilt, (considered simply, and in it self,) has ever been reckoned to arise, from one or more of These Three Grounds. It's either merited by Prudence, (Secular Wisdom, p-acp j n1 cc n1, (vvn av-j, cc p-acp pn31 n1,) vhz av vbn vvn pc-acp vvi, p-acp crd cc dc pp-f d crd n2. pn31|vbz d vvn p-acp n1, (j n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1404 and Erudition,) or purchased by Wealth, or earn'd by Courage. and Erudition,) or purchased by Wealth, or earned by Courage. cc n1,) cc vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1405 I mean the Courage which is exerted in a generous defense of ones King and Country ▪ But He is a man of the Noblest Courage, who is afraid of the fewest Things. I mean the Courage which is exerted in a generous defence of ones King and Country ▪ But He is a man of the Noblest Courage, who is afraid of the fewest Things. pns11 vvb dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pig n1 cc n1 ▪ cc-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, r-crq vbz j pp-f dt ds n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 288
1406 Only afraid of an impious Act; or indeed afraid of Nothing, unless of not fearing God. The vitious Warrier or Dueller, who seems to breath nothing but Courage, (such Courage as is common to the stout Horsman with his Horse, when carrying Thunder in his Throat, he madly rusheth into the Battel, ) I say a man of such an Animal, or Brutal Courage, who will rather be Damn'd than be thought a Coward, is yet, Only afraid of an impious Act; or indeed afraid of Nothing, unless of not fearing God. The vicious Warrior or Dueller, who seems to breath nothing but Courage, (such Courage as is Common to the stout Horsman with his Horse, when carrying Thunder in his Throat, he madly Rushes into the Battle,) I say a man of such an Animal, or Brutal Courage, who will rather be Damned than be Thought a Coward, is yet, j j pp-f dt j n1; cc av j pp-f pix, cs pp-f xx vvg np1. dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp n1, (d n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp dt j np1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq vvg vvb p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1,) pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc j n1, r-crq vmb av vbi j-vvn av vbi vvn dt n1, vbz av, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 289
1407 for all his brave Pretences, most cowardly afraid of Reproach, and Obloquie, and of Twenty other objects of carnal Fear. Whereas a man that fears God, fears nothing else: fears not what man can do unto him, (Psal. 56. 11.) And He who does not fear God, is not a Valiant, but stupid Sinner. for all his brave Pretences, most cowardly afraid of Reproach, and Obloquy, and of Twenty other objects of carnal fear. Whereas a man that fears God, fears nothing Else: fears not what man can do unto him, (Psalm 56. 11.) And He who does not Fear God, is not a Valiant, but stupid Sinner. c-acp d po31 j n2, ds j j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc pp-f crd j-jn n2 pp-f j n1. cs dt n1 cst vvz np1, vvz pix av: n2 xx r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno31, (np1 crd crd) cc pns31 r-crq vdz xx vvi np1, vbz xx dt j, p-acp j n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 289
1408 To meet with Nobleness indeed, we must not consult the Herald's Book, unless we take along with it the Book of The Acts of the Apostles, (Chap. 17. vers. 11.) where the People of Beroea are said to be Nobler than those of Thessalonica, Not because they were descended from greater Parents, To meet with Nobleness indeed, we must not consult the Herald's Book, unless we take along with it the Book of The Acts of the Apostles, (Chap. 17. vers. 11.) where the People of Beroea Are said to be Nobler than those of Thessalonica, Not Because they were descended from greater Parents, p-acp j p-acp n1 av, pns12 vmb xx vvi dt ng1 n1, cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (np1 crd fw-la. crd) c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi jc cs d pp-f np1, xx c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp jc n2, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 289
1409 nor because they were advanced to greater Places, But because with greater readiness they heard the Word of God preach't; nor Because they were advanced to greater Places, But Because with greater readiness they herd the Word of God preached; ccx c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp jc n2, cc-acp c-acp p-acp jc n1 pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 289
1410 that is, because they were meeker, and of more Teachable Dispositions. That alone is true Nobleness, which is sometimes The Daughter, and still the Mother of Humility. that is, Because they were Meeker, and of more Teachable Dispositions. That alone is true Nobleness, which is sometime The Daughter, and still the Mother of Humility. cst vbz, c-acp pns32 vbdr jc, cc pp-f dc j n2. cst av-j vbz j n1, r-crq vbz av dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 290
1411 That 'tis sometimes the Daughter, is very evident: That it's sometime the Daughter, is very evident: cst pn31|vbz av dt n1, vbz av j: (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 290
1412 for 'Twas the Lowliness of Mary which made her the Mother of our Lord. And so when Abigail made David That winning Complement from the heart, of her being The humble Handmaid to wash the feet of the Servants of her Lord, Her Humility did so advance her in David 's Mind, that he made her his Queen, if not his Mistress. The King was so captivated and charm'd by the powerful Magick of so much meekness, as he could not have been more by any Philtrum to be imagin'd. for 'Twas the Lowliness of Mary which made her the Mother of our Lord. And so when Abigail made David That winning Compliment from the heart, of her being The humble Handmaid to wash the feet of the Servants of her Lord, Her Humility did so advance her in David is Mind, that he made her his Queen, if not his Mistress. The King was so captivated and charmed by the powerful Magic of so much meekness, as he could not have been more by any Philtre to be imagined. c-acp pn31|vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. cc av c-crq np1 vvd np1 cst j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f po31 vbg dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1 vdd av vvb pno31 p-acp np1 vbz n1, cst pns31 vvd pno31 po31 n1, cs xx po31 n1. dt n1 vbds av vvn cc vvd p-acp dt j j pp-f av d n1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vhi vbn av-dc p-acp d np1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 290
1413 Thence St. Peter thought fit to call it, The Ornament of a meek and a quiet spirit; Thence Saint Peter Thought fit to call it, The Ornament of a meek and a quiet Spirit; np1 n1 np1 vvd j pc-acp vvi pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt j cc dt j-jn n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 290
1414 as being That that does dress and set off a Beauty, more than any Recommendations of Art, or Nature. as being That that does dress and Set off a Beauty, more than any Recommendations of Art, or Nature. p-acp vbg d cst vdz vvi cc vvn a-acp dt n1, av-dc cs d n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 225 Page 290
1415 Nor is True Nobleness more the Daughter, than 'tis the Mother of Humility. Nor is True Nobleness more the Daughter, than it's the Mother of Humility. ccx vbz j n1 av-dc dt n1, av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 226 Page 290
1416 For as the Lowliness of Mary made her the Mother of our Lord, so she was much the more lowly for That Advancement. And so The Ruler in the Gospel, (who is ennobl'd by Three Evangelists, thô nam'd by neither, ) the fuller he was of worldly Greatness, the more he saw it did concern him to make himself little before The Majesty of Christ, from whom he was to seek for an higher Birth and Extraction; such as by which he might have claim to an Inheritance of Aeternity, which is not competent to any who is not of an immortal Race; For as the Lowliness of Mary made her the Mother of our Lord, so she was much the more lowly for That Advancement. And so The Ruler in the Gospel, (who is ennobled by Three Evangelists, though named by neither,) the fuller he was of worldly Greatness, the more he saw it did concern him to make himself little before The Majesty of christ, from whom he was to seek for an higher Birth and Extraction; such as by which he might have claim to an Inheritance of Eternity, which is not competent to any who is not of an immortal Raze; p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, av pns31 vbds d dt av-dc j p-acp cst n1. cc av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (r-crq vbz vvn p-acp crd n2, cs vvn p-acp av-dx,) dt jc pns31 vbds pp-f j n1, dt av-dc pns31 vvd pn31 vdd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1; d c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz xx j p-acp d r-crq vbz xx pp-f dt j n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 226 Page 291
1417 nor can he be of such a Race, unless by being first Regenerate, and Born of God: nor can he be of such a Raze, unless by being First Regenerate, and Born of God: ccx vmb pns31 vbi pp-f d dt n1, cs p-acp n1 ord vvn, cc vvn pp-f np1: (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 226 Page 291
1418 and to be qualified for That, he must humble himself as a little Child, apt to learn, and to be qualified for That, he must humble himself as a little Child, apt to Learn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cst, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1, j pc-acp vvi, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 226 Page 291
1419 and to obey, meekly submitting unto the Rod, and even kissing the Hand that holds it. and to obey, meekly submitting unto the Rod, and even kissing the Hand that holds it. cc pc-acp vvi, av-j vvg p-acp dt n1, cc j vvg dt n1 cst vvz pn31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 226 Page 291
1420 Look of what temper an earthly Father is wont to find his little Child, a Child that trembles at every Threat, and is easily kept in awe by an angry Look, of the very same Temper ought Himself also to be, in respect of His Father who is in Heaven. Look of what temper an earthly Father is wont to find his little Child, a Child that trembles At every Threat, and is Easily kept in awe by an angry Look, of the very same Temper ought Himself also to be, in respect of His Father who is in Heaven. n1 pp-f r-crq n1 dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 j n1, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d vvi, cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, pp-f dt j d vvi pi px31 av pc-acp vbi, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 226 Page 291
1421 But now, besides the single Reason which has been given by Siracides; There are other Reasons assignable, But now, beside the single Reason which has been given by Sirach; There Are other Reasons assignable, p-acp av, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp n2; a-acp vbr j-jn n2 j, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 227 Page 291
1422 why the greater any man is, he is to humble himself the more. why the greater any man is, he is to humble himself the more. q-crq dt jc d n1 vbz, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi px31 dt av-dc. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 227 Page 291
1423 He must be humbler, being a Master, than whilst he was yet but his Master's Man. Still the lower, for being High. He must be humbler, being a Master, than while he was yet but his Masters Man. Still the lower, for being High. pns31 vmb vbi jc, vbg dt n1, av cs pns31 vbds av p-acp po31 ng1 n1 av dt jc, p-acp vbg j. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 227 Page 292
1424 And because to some Persons This may seem an harsh Paradox, or at least an hard Saying; I shall attempt to make it easy by Three Degrees. And Because to Some Persons This may seem an harsh Paradox, or At least an hard Saying; I shall attempt to make it easy by Three Degrees. cc c-acp p-acp d n2 d vmb vvi dt j n1, cc p-acp ds dt av-j vvg; pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp crd n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 227 Page 292
1425 First 'tis observable in Historians and Moral Writers, that such as are rais'd out of the Dust are apt to prove the most ingrateful and cruel Tyrants. First it's observable in Historians and Moral Writers, that such as Are raised out of the Dust Are apt to prove the most ingrateful and cruel Tyrants. ord pn31|vbz j p-acp n2 cc j n2, cst d c-acp vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j cc j n2. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 292
1426 They commonly take down the stairs by which Themselves were taken up; and, like a man climbing upon a Ladder, love to be treading under their feet the chiefest means of their Advancement ▪ Asperius nihil est humili cum surgit ad altum. They commonly take down the stairs by which Themselves were taken up; and, like a man climbing upon a Ladder, love to be treading under their feet the chiefest means of their Advancement ▪ Asperius nihil est humili cum Surgit ad altum. pns32 av-j vvb a-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq px32 vbdr vvn a-acp; cc, av-j dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvb pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp po32 n2 dt js-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1 ▪ np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 292
1427 The Fire out of the Bramble affects to devour the lofty Cedar. Thence it was that Pausanias murder'd King Philip, to be talk't of. The Fire out of the Bramble affects to devour the lofty Cedar. Thence it was that Pausanias murdered King Philip, to be talked of. dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1. av pn31 vbds d np1 vvn n1 np1, pc-acp vbi vvd pp-f. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 292
1428 And 'twas Phocas his Sensuality, of a pitiful common Souldier, to set his foot upon the Neck of the Great Emperour Mauritius. So Charles the First of These Realms (of whom the World was not worthy) was not only sent to Heaven by some of the vilest of all his Subjects, And 'twas Phocas his Sensuality, of a pitiful Common Soldier, to Set his foot upon the Neck of the Great Emperor Mauritius. So Charles the First of These Realms (of whom the World was not worthy) was not only sent to Heaven by Some of the Vilest of all his Subject's, cc pn31|vbds np1 po31 n1, pp-f dt j j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 np1. av np1 dt ord pp-f d n2 (pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vbds xx j) vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f dt js pp-f d po31 n2-jn, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 292
1429 But particularly by some Himself had rais'd out of the Mire. And if these things are so, that They are aptest to be debauch't by their worldly Greatness, whose Greatness steams out of a Dunghill; (as every man's does if he be traced far enough back,) it follows then that they have need of the greater Care, But particularly by Some Himself had raised out of the Mire. And if these things Are so, that They Are aptest to be debauched by their worldly Greatness, whose Greatness steams out of a Dunghill; (as every Man's does if he be traced Far enough back,) it follows then that they have need of the greater Care, cc-acp av-j p-acp d px31 vhd vvn av pp-f dt n1. cc cs d n2 vbr av, cst pns32 vbr js pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1, rg-crq n1 n2 av pp-f dt n1; (c-acp d ng1 vdz cs pns31 vbb vvn av-j av-d av,) pn31 vvz av cst pns32 vhb n1 pp-f dt jc n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 293
1430 and must be ply'd with the stricter Caveats, the Greater they are, to humble themselves so much the more, because they are Then in the greatest Danger. and must be plied with the Stricter Caveats, the Greater they Are, to humble themselves so much the more, Because they Are Then in the greatest Danger. cc vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt jc n2, dt jc pns32 vbr, p-acp j px32 av av-d dt av-dc, c-acp pns32 vbr av p-acp dt js n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 293
1431 For the greater any one is, by so much the greater are his Temptations: and to be safe from That Artillery, he stands in need of being armed with greater Meekness. The more St. Paul was advanced by his Abundance of Revelations, the more he was buffeted by Satan, and by Himself too. For the greater any one is, by so much the greater Are his Temptations: and to be safe from That artillery, he Stands in need of being armed with greater Meekness. The more Saint Paul was advanced by his Abundance of Revelations, the more he was buffeted by Satan, and by Himself too. p-acp dt jc d pi vbz, p-acp av av-d dt jc vbr po31 n2: cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp jc n1. dt av-dc n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n2, dt av-dc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp px31 av. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 293
1432 For he did Therefore NONLATINALPHABET, beat his Body black and blue, (as the word imports,) that, by Those profitable Severities, He might bring it into Subjection. For he did Therefore, beatrice his Body black and blue, (as the word imports,) that, by Those profitable Severities, He might bring it into Subjection. p-acp pns31 vdd av, vvb po31 n1 j-jn cc j-jn, (c-acp dt n1 vvz,) cst, p-acp d j n2, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 228 Page 293
1433 Again, the Greater any man is, the more Humility does become him. It sits upon him so much the better, with the more loveliness, and congruity. Again, the Greater any man is, the more Humility does become him. It sits upon him so much the better, with the more loveliness, and congruity. av, dt jc d n1 vbz, dt av-dc n1 vdz vvi pno31. pn31 vvz p-acp pno31 av av-d dt jc, p-acp dt av-dc n1, cc n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 293
1434 It is not only the more his Duty, but Honour and Ornament to be humble. It is not only the more his Duty, but Honour and Ornament to be humble. pn31 vbz xx av-j dt av-dc po31 n1, p-acp vvb cc n1 pc-acp vbi j. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 293
1435 'Tis a Vertue which should flow from a Man of Grandeur, with such a kind of Peculiarity, as Munificence ought to do from a man of Wealth. For He who is flat upon the Ground can no more prove that he is humble, than He who lives upon Almes, that he is liberally-minded. We know the Taller any man is, by so much the lower he has to stoop: whereas the Lowliness of a Dwarf, is not his Vertue, but Stature only. It's a Virtue which should flow from a Man of Grandeur, with such a kind of Peculiarity, as Munificence ought to do from a man of Wealth. For He who is flat upon the Ground can no more prove that he is humble, than He who lives upon Alms, that he is liberally-minded. We know the Taller any man is, by so much the lower he has to stoop: whereas the Lowliness of a Dwarf, is not his Virtue, but Stature only. pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 vmd pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. c-acp pns31 r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi cst pns31 vbz j, cs pns31 r-crq n2 p-acp n2, cst pns31 vbz j. pns12 vvb dt jc d n1 vbz, p-acp av av-d dt jc pns31 vhz p-acp vvi: cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx po31 n1, cc-acp n1 av-j. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 294
1436 We need not go far to find an Instance; We need not go Far to find an Instance; pns12 vvb xx vvi av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 294
1437 for go we whither we will, it will find out us. How many are there who do not scorn to beg their Bread from door to door, not because they are humble, but shameless Creatures? who, were they honourable, for go we whither we will, it will find out us. How many Are there who do not scorn to beg their Bred from door to door, not Because they Are humble, but shameless Creatures? who, were they honourable, p-acp vvb pns12 c-crq pns12 vmb, pn31 vmb vvi av pno12. q-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, xx c-acp pns32 vbr j, p-acp j n2? q-crq, vbdr pns32 j, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 294
1438 and potent, would quickly shew themselves proud, and oppressive too. and potent, would quickly show themselves proud, and oppressive too. cc j, vmd av-j vvi px32 j, cc j av. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 294
1439 Vices made almost invisible in the necessitous sort of men, not for want of a Being, but of competent Materials, to set them forth. Vices made almost invisible in the necessitous sort of men, not for want of a Being, but of competent Materials, to Set them forth. ng1 vvn av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt vbg, p-acp pp-f j n2-jn, pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 294
1440 The weaponless Serpent Epidaurus, though much more harmless, may yet be as malitious as any other; nor is't a commendable Innocence, which only proceeds from a want of Teeth. How many are there within our knowledge whose Backs are cloath'd in course Russet, whilst yet their Bloody-minded Insides are lin'd with Scarlet? And when a person of such a Frame shall be reduced by some Extremity, to beg an Halfpenny through a Grate, (which is wont to be said of the Great General Bellizarius, ) That is only his NONLATINALPHABET, not his NONLATINALPHABET, his lowness of Fortune, not his lowliness of Mind. It's true indeed, The weaponless Serpent Epidaurus, though much more harmless, may yet be as malicious as any other; nor is't a commendable Innocence, which only proceeds from a want of Teeth. How many Are there within our knowledge whose Backs Are clothed in course Russet, while yet their Bloody-minded Insides Are lined with Scarlet? And when a person of such a Frame shall be reduced by Some Extremity, to beg an Halfpenny through a Grate, (which is wont to be said of the Great General Belisarius,) That is only his, not his, his lowness of Fortune, not his lowliness of Mind. It's true indeed, dt j n1 np1, c-acp d dc j, vmb av vbi c-acp j c-acp d j-jn; ccx vbz|pn31 dt j n1, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. q-crq d vbr a-acp p-acp po12 n1 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 j-jn, cs av po32 j n2-an vbr vvn p-acp j-jn? cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt np1-n p-acp dt n1, (r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1 np1,) d vbz av-j png31, xx po31, po31 n1 pp-f n1, xx po31 n1 pp-f n1. pn31|vbz j av, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 295
1441 an humiliation may help dispose him for an Humility, (just as any Sinners Attrition may lead the way to Contrition; ) but sure I am that the Gymnosophists, who were tormented by Antiochus, were no whit the meeker for being humbled. They who think themselves humble, because they see themselves low, (and not for any other more solid reason,) do not know their own Hearts; which are commonly so hidden from human Eyes, as hardly ever to be discern'd, till they are placed upon a Mountain: Let that Mountain be what it will, an humiliation may help dispose him for an Humility, (just as any Sinners Attrition may led the Way to Contrition;) but sure I am that the Gymnosophists, who were tormented by Antiochus, were no whit the Meeker for being humbled. They who think themselves humble, Because they see themselves low, (and not for any other more solid reason,) do not know their own Hearts; which Are commonly so hidden from human Eyes, as hardly ever to be discerned, till they Are placed upon a Mountain: Let that Mountain be what it will, dt n1 vmb vvi vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, (j c-acp d n2 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1;) p-acp j pns11 vbm d dt n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp np1, vbdr dx n1 dt jc p-acp vbg vvn. pns32 r-crq vvb px32 j, c-acp pns32 vvb px32 j, (cc xx p-acp d n-jn av-dc j n1,) vdb xx vvi po32 d n2; r-crq vbr av-j av vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp av av pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1: vvb cst n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 295
1442 whether of Riches, or Renown, or of worldly Greatness. whither of Riches, or Renown, or of worldly Greatness. cs pp-f n2, cc n1, cc pp-f j n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 295
1443 Almost all that were sick came to Christ for a Cure; And (as They at least thought) with good devotion. But in that they did not all return to thank him, they shew'd the Principle of their coming to have been nothing but their Convenience. Had the Votary in my Text been very poor and contemptible, had he been every body's Servant by being in every body's Debt, Almost all that were sick Come to christ for a Cure; And (as They At least Thought) with good devotion. But in that they did not all return to thank him, they showed the Principle of their coming to have been nothing but their Convenience. Had the Votary in my Text been very poor and contemptible, had he been every body's Servant by being in every body's Debt, av d cst vbdr j vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvb; cc (c-acp pns32 p-acp ds n1) p-acp j n1. cc-acp p-acp cst pns32 vdd xx d n1 p-acp vvb pno31, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg pc-acp vhi vbn pix p-acp po32 n1. vhd dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vbn j j cc j, vhd pns31 vbn d ng1 n1 p-acp vbg p-acp d ng1 n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 296
1444 or miserably haunted with some Disease, he had not done a strange Thing in seeking Christ upon his Knees; But that being extremely Rich, and a Ruler too, or miserably haunted with Some Disease, he had not done a strange Thing in seeking christ upon his Knees; But that being extremely Rich, and a Ruler too, cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vhd xx vdn dt j n1 p-acp vvg np1 p-acp po31 n2; p-acp d vbg av-jn j, cc dt n1 av, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 296
1445 and in the Bravery of his Youth, he should consider Christ so much, and himself so little, This was an evidence of his generous and noble Meekness. And Therefore the greater thou art, my son, lessen thy self so much the more. and in the Bravery of his Youth, he should Consider christ so much, and himself so little, This was an evidence of his generous and noble Meekness. And Therefore the greater thou art, my son, lessen thy self so much the more. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi np1 av av-d, cc px31 av j, d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1. cc av dt jc pns21 vb2r, po11 n1, vvi po21 n1 av av-d dt av-dc. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 229 Page 296
1446 And do it for a Third Reason, which ought at least to be as prevalent as Both the former. And do it for a Third Reason, which ought At least to be as prevalent as Both the former. cc vdb pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vmd p-acp ds pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp d dt j. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 296
1447 For the Greater any man is, the greater Accompt he is to give to his one Great Master which is in Heaven; For the Greater any man is, the greater Account he is to give to his one Great Master which is in Heaven; p-acp dt jc d n1 vbz, dt jc vvb pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 crd j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 296
1448 that is, to a Master, with whom there is not Respect of Persons. In the Day when God shall judge the Secrets of men by Iesus Christ, He who now sits in State and Jurisdiction upon the Bench, shall stand at God's just and impartial Bar. He shall be called to a Reck'ning, a dreadful Reck'ning, that is, to a Master, with whom there is not Respect of Persons. In the Day when God shall judge the Secrets of men by Iesus christ, He who now sits in State and Jurisdiction upon the Bench, shall stand At God's just and impartial Bar. He shall be called to a Reckoning, a dreadful Reckoning, d vbz, p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz xx n1 pp-f n2. p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1, pns31 r-crq av vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp npg1 j cc j np1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg, dt j j-vvg, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 296
1449 how his Talent of Authority has been employ'd, and what Good he has done with his Jurisdiction. how his Talon of authority has been employed, and what Good he has done with his Jurisdiction. c-crq po31 n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn vvd, cc r-crq j pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po31 n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 296
1450 What poor Orphans he has righted; what Widows Causes he has pleaded; what injur'd Innocence he has protected; What poor Orphans he has righted; what Widows Causes he has pleaded; what injured Innocence he has protected; q-crq j n2 pns31 vhz vvn; r-crq n2 n2 pns31 vhz vvn; r-crq vvd n1 pns31 vhz vvn; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 296
1451 what Vertuous Persons he has incouraged with Rewards; what vile Offenders he has discountenanced and punish't; what Virtuous Persons he has encouraged with Rewards; what vile Offenders he has discountenanced and punished; r-crq j n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n2; r-crq j n2 pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 297
1452 what Great mens oppressions he has resisted; what Rising Mutinies and Rebellions He has indeavoured to repress. what Great men's oppressions he has resisted; what Rising Mutinies and Rebellions He has endeavoured to repress. r-crq vvz ng2 n2 pns31 vhz vvn; r-crq vvg n2 cc n2 pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 297
1453 For a man's Honour, and Authority, his Power, and Greatness, as well as Wealth, are things of which he must give Accompt. Thô for a King to be accomptable to any Tribunal upon Earth, implies indeed a Contradiction, yet Kings Themselves do stand accomptable to God, even for their high Privilege of unaccomptableness to Men. And therefore the Greater any man is, he is to humble himself the more, and then (as it follows in the Text) he will find favour of the Lord. For a Man's Honour, and authority, his Power, and Greatness, as well as Wealth, Are things of which he must give Account. Though for a King to be accountable to any Tribunal upon Earth, Implies indeed a Contradiction, yet Kings Themselves do stand accountable to God, even for their high Privilege of unaccomptableness to Men. And Therefore the Greater any man is, he is to humble himself the more, and then (as it follows in the Text) he will find favour of the Lord. p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc n1, po31 n1, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, vbr n2 pp-f r-crq pns31 vmb vvi vvb. cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, vvz av dt n1, av n2 px32 vdb vvi j p-acp np1, av p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2. cc av dt jc d n1 vbz, pns31 vbz p-acp j px31 dt av-dc, cc av (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1) pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 230 Page 297
1454 This is the use we are to make of the Third Qualification of our Inquirer; and These especially are the Reasons inducing to it. This is the use we Are to make of the Third Qualification of our Inquirer; and These especially Are the Reasons inducing to it. d vbz dt vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po12 np1; cc d av-j vbr dt n2 vvg p-acp pn31. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 231 Page 297
1455 But now the Case in my Text is one of the strangest we ever heard of. But now the Case in my Text is one of the strangest we ever herd of. p-acp av dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js pns12 av vvn pp-f. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 297
1456 For would we not think it exceeding strange, if the chief Magistrate of a City (forgetting the Mace that is born before him) should run to meet the poorest Cottager, For would we not think it exceeding strange, if the chief Magistrate of a city (forgetting the Mace that is born before him) should run to meet the Poorest Cottager, p-acp vmd pns12 xx vvi pn31 vvg j, cs dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvg dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31) vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt js n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 298
1457 and throw himself down upon his Knees too, and lifting up his trembling Hands, should intreat him so humbly as to call him Master, and so earnestly intreat him as to call him Good Master? 'Tis true that Christ was no Cottager, and throw himself down upon his Knees too, and lifting up his trembling Hands, should entreat him so humbly as to call him Master, and so earnestly entreat him as to call him Good Master? It's true that christ was no Cottager, cc vvb px31 a-acp p-acp po31 n2 av, cc vvg a-acp po31 vvg n2, vmd vvi pno31 av av-j p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 n1, cc av av-j vvi pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 j n1? pn31|vbz j cst np1 vbds dx n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 298
1458 because according to his Manhood He was very much poorer, as having not where to lay his Head. Yet the Man in my Text who had Great Possessions, and was a Ruler, in the pride and glory of his Youth too, did thus come running after Christ; and kneeled down to him, Because according to his Manhood He was very much Poorer, as having not where to lay his Head. Yet the Man in my Text who had Great Possessions, and was a Ruler, in the pride and glory of his Youth too, did thus come running After christ; and kneeled down to him, c-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vbds av d jc, p-acp vhg xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vhd j n2, cc vbds dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 av, vdd av vvi vvg p-acp np1; cc vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 298
1459 thô in the Form of a Servant; and call'd him Master, thô born of Mary, Spouse to Ioseph the Carpenter. As if through That Veil of the Carpenter's Son, he had had an Eye of Faith to see The Wisdom of the Father, The Son of That Almighty Architect, who indeed was The Builder of All the World, Heb. 11. 10. This Jewish Convert without a Name hath somewhat more strange and more remarkable in his Conversion, though in the From of a Servant; and called him Master, though born of Marry, Spouse to Ioseph the Carpenter. As if through That Veil of the Carpenter's Son, he had had an Eye of Faith to see The Wisdom of the Father, The Son of That Almighty Architect, who indeed was The Builder of All the World, Hebrew 11. 10. This Jewish Convert without a Name hath somewhat more strange and more remarkable in his Conversion, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc vvd pno31 n1, cs vvn pp-f uh, n1 p-acp np1 dt n1. c-acp cs p-acp d n1 pp-f dt vvz n1, pns31 vhd vhn dt vvb pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, r-crq av vbds dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 crd crd d jp vvb p-acp dt vvb vhz av av-dc j cc av-dc j p-acp po31 n1, (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 298
1460 than The Iailour of Philippi who was but frighted into his wits, and sought for Salvation in that Fright only; than The Jailor of Philippi who was but frighted into his wits, and sought for Salvation in that Fright only; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbds p-acp vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp d vvb av-j; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 298
1461 and rather in the negative, than positive sense of that word. For That which He sought directly, was a Deliverance out of his Dangers; and rather in the negative, than positive sense of that word. For That which He sought directly, was a Deliverance out of his Dangers; cc av-c p-acp dt j-jn, cs j n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd av-j, vbds dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 299
1462 Not an Inheritance of Aeternity, but only an Escape from the Wrath to come. So that the Quaerist we are upon, is more Didactical than the former; Not an Inheritance of Eternity, but only an Escape from the Wrath to come. So that the Quaerist we Are upon, is more Didactical than the former; xx dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. av cst dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp, vbz av-dc j cs dt j; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 299
1463 as affording us many more, and more Noble Lessons. Three whereof we have had already. And Three, if well minded, are enough for One Lecture; as affording us many more, and more Noble Lessons. Three whereof we have had already. And Three, if well minded, Are enough for One Lecture; c-acp vvg pno12 d av-dc, cc av-dc j n2. crd c-crq pns12 vhb vhn av. cc crd, cs av vvn, vbr av-d p-acp crd n1; (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 299
1464 as, if slighted, they are too many. as, if slighted, they Are too many. c-acp, cs vvn, pns32 vbr av d. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 299
1465 And therefore the Prospect of Life Aeternal, which is a very great Deep, (enough to exercise the freshest and the most vigorous of our Thoughts,) is the fitter to be reserved for another Opportunity. And Therefore the Prospect of Life Eternal, which is a very great Deep, (enough to exercise the Freshest and the most vigorous of our Thoughts,) is the fitter to be reserved for Another Opportunity. cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 j, r-crq vbz dt av j j-jn, (av-d p-acp n1 dt js cc dt av-ds j pp-f po12 n2,) vbz dt jc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (11) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 299
1466 THE Excellent Nature OF THE INQUIRY. THE Excellent Nature OF THE INQUIRY. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 301
1467 MARK X. 17. And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one Running, MARK X. 17. And when he was gone forth into the Way, there Come one Running, np1 fw-la crd cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1, a-acp vvd pi vvg, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 301
1468 and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Aeternal Life? and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31, j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 232 Page 301
1469 § 1. HAving done with the Person who here Inquires, and dismiss't the Three Lessons arising thence, together with the Reasons on which those Lessons were chiefly Grounded; § 1. HAving done with the Person who Here Inquires, and dismissed the Three Lessons arising thence, together with the Reasons on which those Lessons were chiefly Grounded; § crd vhg vdn p-acp dt n1 r-crq av vvz, cc vvn dt crd n2 vvg av, av p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq d n2 vbdr av-jn vvn; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 233 Page 301
1470 I am in order to proceed to the second General observation, The excellent Nature of his Inquiry; which was not carnal and temporal, but wholly spiritual and eternal. He did not ask as an ordinary Youth, what he should do that he might compass the greatest measure of Sensuality? nor as an ordinary Worldling or man of Wealth, what he should do that he might purchase the greatest Treasure of Gold and Silver? nor as an ordinary Ruler, what he should do that he might climb to the highest Honour upon Earth? But casting These Things as it were behind his Back, I am in order to proceed to the second General observation, The excellent Nature of his Inquiry; which was not carnal and temporal, but wholly spiritual and Eternal. He did not ask as an ordinary Youth, what he should do that he might compass the greatest measure of Sensuality? nor as an ordinary Worldling or man of Wealth, what he should do that he might purchase the greatest Treasure of Gold and Silver? nor as an ordinary Ruler, what he should do that he might climb to the highest Honour upon Earth? But casting These Things as it were behind his Back, pns11 vbm p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1 n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; r-crq vbds xx j cc j, p-acp av-jn j cc j. pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi cst pns31 vmd vvi dt js n1 pp-f n1? ccx p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi cst pns31 vmd vvi dt js n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? ccx p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt js vvb p-acp n1? p-acp vvg d n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp po31 n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 233 Page 302
1471 or treading them down under his Feet, he was intent upon Inquiring, as no ordinary Christian, (even before Christianity had got its Name, ) what he should do to get an interest and share in Heaven? How much soever he did abound in the things that are seen, which are temporal; He wholly directed his Ambition to the things that are not seen, which are Eternal. As the faster he ran to salute his Master, by so much the better he was in Breath; so the Lower he kneeled down, he lifted his Thoughts so much the Higher. Being mounted on the wings of an holy Zeal, His Soul had now taken a nobler Flight, than to Pearch upon any thing on this side Heaven. As if he had lost the consideration of all his Secular Concernments, such as Houses and Lands, Goods and good Name, Wife and Children, if he had any, or treading them down under his Feet, he was intent upon Inquiring, as no ordinary Christian, (even before Christianity had god its Name,) what he should do to get an Interest and share in Heaven? How much soever he did abound in the things that Are seen, which Are temporal; He wholly directed his Ambition to the things that Are not seen, which Are Eternal. As the faster he ran to salute his Master, by so much the better he was in Breath; so the Lower he kneeled down, he lifted his Thoughts so much the Higher. Being mounted on the wings of an holy Zeal, His Soul had now taken a Nobler Flight, than to Perch upon any thing on this side Heaven. As if he had lost the consideration of all his Secular Concernments, such as Houses and Lands, Goods and good Name, Wife and Children, if he had any, cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbds n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp dx j np1, (av p-acp np1 vhd vvn po31 vvb,) r-crq pns31 vmd vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1? c-crq av-d av pns31 vdd vvi p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, r-crq vbr j; pns31 av-jn vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr xx vvn, r-crq vbr j. p-acp dt jc pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp av av-d dt jc pns31 vbds p-acp n1; av dt jc pns31 vvd a-acp, pns31 vvd po31 n2 av av-d dt jc. vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, po31 n1 vhd av vvn dt jc n1, cs p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1 n1. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f d po31 j n2, d c-acp n2 cc n2, n2-j cc j n1, n1 cc n2, cs pns31 vhd d, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 233 Page 303
1472 and other things here below, All the subject of his Inquiry was, what he should do that he might be sav'd? not only saved in the negative, but in the positive sense of that word. and other things Here below, All the Subject of his Inquiry was, what he should do that he might be saved? not only saved in the negative, but in the positive sense of that word. cc j-jn n2 av a-acp, d dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1 vbds, r-crq pns31 vmd vdb cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn? xx av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 233 Page 303
1473 Not only so as to be rescued from a Bottomless Lake of Fire and Brimstone; Not only so as to be rescued from a Bottomless Lake of Fire and Brimstone; xx av-j av a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 233 Page 303
1474 But also so as to be drown'd or swallowed up, in a Boundless Ocean of Bliss and Glory. Nothing would satisfie him but Life; and no other Life than one Eternal. [ Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? ] But also so as to be drowned or swallowed up, in a Boundless Ocean of Bliss and Glory. Nothing would satisfy him but Life; and no other Life than one Eternal. [ Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? ] p-acp av av a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1; cc dx j-jn n1 cs crd j. [ j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? ] (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 233 Page 303
1475 § 2. From him therefore let us learn, how to regulate our Ambitions, and where to fasten our wild Desires. We ought to tread upon the Glories of such a World as This is, (which besides that 'tis a perishing and fading World, is also the Instrument of Satan whereby to betray us to our Destruction, ) and level the Gaspings of our Souls at Things Invisible and Future, Things expressed to us in Scripture, by a City having Foundations, Heb. 11. 10. and by a Kingdom which cannot be moved, Heb. 12. 28. and here in this Text, by Aeternal Life. NONLATINALPHABET was St. Paul 's Precept to his Colossians, Set and settle your affections on things above; And that for this Reason, § 2. From him Therefore let us Learn, how to regulate our Ambitions, and where to fasten our wild Desires. We ought to tread upon the Glories of such a World as This is, (which beside that it's a perishing and fading World, is also the Instrument of Satan whereby to betray us to our Destruction,) and level the Gaspings of our Souls At Things Invisible and Future, Things expressed to us in Scripture, by a city having Foundations, Hebrew 11. 10. and by a Kingdom which cannot be moved, Hebrew 12. 28. and Here in this Text, by Eternal Life. was Saint Paul is Precept to his colossians, Set and settle your affections on things above; And that for this Reason, § crd p-acp pno31 av vvb pno12 vvi, c-crq p-acp vvb po12 n2, cc c-crq p-acp vvb po12 j vvz. pns12 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, (r-crq p-acp cst pn31|vbz dt vvg cc vvg n1, vbz av dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1,) cc vvb dt n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n2 j cc j-jn, n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vhg n2, np1 crd crd cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, np1 crd crd cc av p-acp d n1, p-acp j n1. vbds n1 np1 vbz n1 p-acp po31 njp2, vvb cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp; cc cst p-acp d n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 304
1476 because your Christ is there sitting at the right hand of God. Because your christ is there sitting At the right hand of God. c-acp po22 np1 vbz pc-acp vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 304
1477 Set them not upon the Earth, For Iesus Christ is not here, but is long since Risen, (as the Angel once said to his weak Disciples.) And if we are risen together with Christ, let's make it appear that we are Risen, by our seeking those things that are above. Set them not upon the Earth, For Iesus christ is not Here, but is long since Risen, (as the Angel once said to his weak Disciples.) And if we Are risen together with christ, let's make it appear that we Are Risen, by our seeking those things that Are above. vvb pno32 xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp np1 np1 vbz xx av, p-acp vbz av-j p-acp vvn, (c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd p-acp po31 j n2.) cc cs pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp np1, vvb|pno12 vvi pn31 vvi d pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp po12 vvg d n2 cst vbr a-acp. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 304
1478 Since we were born out of due time to injoy the wish of St. Austin, by seeing our Saviour in the Flesh; Since we were born out of due time to enjoy the wish of Saint Austin, by seeing our Saviour in the Flesh; c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn av pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f n1 np1, p-acp vvg po12 n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 304
1479 let us look for him where he is, and at least behold him in the Spirit. Since (I say) we were not living when Christ was Conversant upon Earth, Let us redeem the whole Time by a Ghostly Conversation with Christ in Heaven. He who desires in Curiosity to see the Pope, or the King of Spain, and all the Rarities to be met with throughout their Countries, will inquire (as he is going) which is the ready way thither; and (Information being given) will be sure to take the way which leads to Italy, or Castile; not that which will carry him either to Muscovy, or Poland. After the very same manner, let us look for him where he is, and At least behold him in the Spirit. Since (I say) we were not living when christ was Conversant upon Earth, Let us Redeem the Whole Time by a Ghostly Conversation with christ in Heaven. He who Desires in Curiosity to see the Pope, or the King of Spain, and all the Rarities to be met with throughout their Countries, will inquire (as he is going) which is the ready Way thither; and (Information being given) will be sure to take the Way which leads to Italy, or Castile; not that which will carry him either to Muscovy, or Poland. After the very same manner, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz, cc p-acp ds vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1. c-acp (pns11 vvb) pns12 vbdr xx vvg c-crq np1 vbds j p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1. pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi (c-acp pns31 vbz vvg) r-crq vbz dt j n1 av; cc (np1 vbg vvn) vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp np1, cc np1; xx d r-crq vmb vvi pno31 av-d pc-acp np1, cc np1. p-acp dt j d n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 304
1480 but with a greater force of reason, if we desire either in kindness, or in a Religious Curiosity, to have a sight of the New Ierusalem, praepared as a Bride adorned for her Husband, of which we hear such strange things from the Traunce and Rapture of St. Paul, as well as from St. Iohn in his Revelations, where for want of a better and a more lively way of Comparison, he is contented to express that holy City by things so cheap and so homely, as Gold, and Crystal, and Pearl, and Saphir, and Emerald, Chalcedony and Iaspar, Sardonyx and Chrysolite, Sardius and Topaz, Amethyst and Iacinth, A River of Life and Immortality, planted round and beset with Trees of Health as well as Pleasure, and shin'd upon by the Lustre (not of such obscure things as Sun and Moon, but) of God and the Lamb, (in comparison with whom the Sun and Moon are nothing more, but with a greater force of reason, if we desire either in kindness, or in a Religious Curiosity, to have a sighed of the New Ierusalem, prepared as a Bride adorned for her Husband, of which we hear such strange things from the Trance and Rapture of Saint Paul, as well as from Saint John in his Revelations, where for want of a better and a more lively Way of Comparison, he is contented to express that holy city by things so cheap and so homely, as Gold, and Crystal, and Pearl, and Saphir, and Emerald, Chalcedony and Jasper, Sardonyx and chrysolite, Sardius and Topaz, Amethyst and Jacinth, A River of Life and Immortality, planted round and beset with Trees of Health as well as Pleasure, and shined upon by the Lustre (not of such Obscure things as Sun and Moon, but) of God and the Lamb, (in comparison with whom the Sun and Moon Are nothing more, cc-acp p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vvb av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 np1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2, c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc cc dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp n2 av j cc av j, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc np1, cc n1, np1 cc n1, np1 cc n1, np1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvn av-j cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 (xx pp-f d j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp) pp-f np1 cc dt n1, (p-acp n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbr pix av-dc, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 305
1481 than as a Couple of Black Spots in the Face of Heaven, ) which though the Richest hypotyposis St. Iohn could make of his Vision, and exceedingly beyond the goodliest Things that are visible in the beautifullest parts of the neather world, are yet incomparably short of that New Ierusalem which is above; If we long to be fulfilling our double Heat and Curiosity, the one proceeding from our Youthfulness, and the other from our Devotion, by an immediate conversation with Adam and Eve, and righteous Abel, in a pleasanter Paradise than that of Eden; by keeping Company with Noah, in a safer Ark; with Caleb and Ioshua, in a better Canaan; with David and Samuel, in a diviner Sion, than that wherein they delighted whilst they were sojourning here below; If we desire to see Lazarus in Abraham's Bosom, or in what kind of Robes of Bliss and Glory that noble Army of Martyrs is now apparell'd, of whom the world was not worthy, when they wander'd about in Sheep-Skins and Goat-Skins, in Dens and Desarts, being destitute, afflicted, tormented, not because they could not reach, but would not accept of a Deliverance, to the end they might obtain by so much a better Resurrection: Or if we desire to be recovering what we so many years have lost, our dear deceased Friends and Parents, or would converse with those Children, and Children's Children, which (by a Succession of Generations) will descend from our Bodies when we shall be gather'd to our Fathers; If we do long to be acquainted with those obliging and friendly Spirits, whom we deservedly revere as our Guardian Angels, (to whom the Custody and Conduct of our particular Persons is peculiarly committed by God Almighty;) and would receive their meanings whilst we communicate our own; not by Language, but Intuition, without the deceitful and poor Assistance of such articulate and successive Discourse as Ours; Or if we would be able to read all Hearts without the detecting of any Secrets, because in a place not to be habited by Shame, or Envy, or private Interest; If we think it a fine thing to have the wings of a Cherub (not only of a Dove, which was the subject of David 's wish) and to be mounted by those wings to such an exalted kind of Zenith, or height of Bliss, as shall lift up our Souls above our glorified Bodies; than as a Couple of Black Spots in the Face of Heaven,) which though the Richest hypotyposis Saint John could make of his Vision, and exceedingly beyond the Goodliest Things that Are visible in the beautifullest parts of the nether world, Are yet incomparably short of that New Ierusalem which is above; If we long to be fulfilling our double Heat and Curiosity, the one proceeding from our Youthfulness, and the other from our Devotion, by an immediate Conversation with Adam and Eve, and righteous Abel, in a pleasanter Paradise than that of Eden; by keeping Company with Noah, in a safer Ark; with Caleb and Ioshua, in a better Canaan; with David and Samuel, in a diviner Sion, than that wherein they delighted while they were sojourning Here below; If we desire to see Lazarus in Abraham's Bosom, or in what kind of Robes of Bliss and Glory that noble Army of Martyrs is now appareled, of whom the world was not worthy, when they wandered about in Sheep-Skins and Goat-Skins, in Dens and Deserts, being destitute, afflicted, tormented, not Because they could not reach, but would not accept of a Deliverance, to the end they might obtain by so much a better Resurrection: Or if we desire to be recovering what we so many Years have lost, our dear deceased Friends and Parents, or would converse with those Children, and Children's Children, which (by a Succession of Generations) will descend from our Bodies when we shall be gathered to our Father's; If we do long to be acquainted with those obliging and friendly Spirits, whom we deservedly revere as our Guardian Angels, (to whom the Custody and Conduct of our particular Persons is peculiarly committed by God Almighty;) and would receive their meanings while we communicate our own; not by Language, but Intuition, without the deceitful and poor Assistance of such articulate and successive Discourse as Ours; Or if we would be able to read all Hearts without the detecting of any Secrets, Because in a place not to be habited by Shame, or Envy, or private Interest; If we think it a fine thing to have the wings of a Cherub (not only of a Dove, which was the Subject of David is wish) and to be mounted by those wings to such an exalted kind of Zenith, or height of Bliss, as shall lift up our Souls above our glorified Bodies; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,) r-crq cs dt js n1 n1 np1 vmd vvi pp-f po31 n1, cc av-vvg p-acp dt js n2 cst vbr j p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbr av av-j j pp-f d j np1 r-crq vbz a-acp; cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvg po12 j-jn n1 cc n1, dt pi vvg p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, cc j np1, p-acp dt jc n1 cs d pp-f np1; p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt jc n1; p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp dt j np1; p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp dt jc-jn np1, cs cst c-crq pns32 vvd cs pns32 vbdr vvg av a-acp; cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst j n1 pp-f ng1 vbz av vvd, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vbds xx j, c-crq pns32 vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, vbg j, j-vvn, j-vvn, xx c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi, p-acp vmd xx vvi pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp av d dt jc n1: cc cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvg r-crq pns12 av d n2 vhb vvn, po12 j-jn vvn n2 cc n2, cc vmd vvi p-acp d n2, cc ng2 n2, r-crq (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2) vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2; cs pns12 vdb av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d vvg cc j n2, r-crq pns12 av-vvn vvi p-acp po12 n1 n2, (p-acp ro-crq dt n1 cc vvb pp-f po12 j n2 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 j-jn;) cc vmd vvi po32 n2 cs pns12 vvb po12 d; xx p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f d vvi cc j vvb p-acp png12; cc cs pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp vvb d n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n2-jn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j n1; cs pns12 vvb pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (xx av-j pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds dt n-jn pp-f np1 vbz n1) cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp d dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vmb vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 vvn n2; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 307
1482 whence looking down upon the Sun, as a thing exceedingly below us, we shall discern the very Epicycle, by which he moves slowly from West to East, whence looking down upon the Sun, as a thing exceedingly below us, we shall discern the very Epicycle, by which he moves slowly from West to East, c-crq vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av-vvg a-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 307
1483 even whilst he moves swiftly from East to West, and comprehend all Truths, without the Motherhood, and Pregnancy of such a dull thing as Time, (which yet is the swiftest-wing'd Flyer on this side Heaven,) by grasping all things at once, not one thing first, and then another: In a word (not to be endless in this beginning of my Discourse) if we inwardly do pant and even gasp after a Day, even while he moves swiftly from East to West, and comprehend all Truths, without the Motherhood, and Pregnancy of such a dull thing as Time, (which yet is the swiftest-winged Flyer on this side Heaven,) by grasping all things At once, not one thing First, and then Another: In a word (not to be endless in this beginning of my Discourse) if we inwardly do pant and even gasp After a Day, av cs pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi d n2, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d dt j n1 p-acp n1, (r-crq av vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 n1,) p-acp j-vvg d n2 p-acp a-acp, xx crd n1 ord, cc av j-jn: p-acp dt n1 (xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1 pp-f po11 n1) cs pns12 av-j vdb vvi cc av n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 308
1484 when fulfilling at once the Appetites of Grace and good Nature, we shall be able to conceive, and hear, and see, what neither Eye hath seen, nor Ear heard, when fulfilling At once the Appetites of Grace and good Nature, we shall be able to conceive, and hear, and see, what neither Eye hath seen, nor Ear herd, c-crq vvg p-acp a-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc j n1, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb, cc vvb, cc vvb, r-crq dx n1 vhz vvn, ccx n1 vvd, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 308
1485 nor hath ever enter'd into the Heart of man to conceive; when we shall not only see, but tast of Bliss; nor hath ever entered into the Heart of man to conceive; when we shall not only see, but taste of Bliss; ccx vhz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi; c-crq pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi, p-acp vvb pp-f n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 308
1486 nor only tast, but be filled with it; nor only fill'd, but overflown; nor only overflown, but swallow'd up too; nor only taste, but be filled with it; nor only filled, but overflown; nor only overflown, but swallowed up too; ccx j vvi, p-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31; ccx j vvn, p-acp vvn; ccx j vvn, p-acp vvn a-acp av; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 308
1487 when we shall drink, and drink deep of the Waters of Joy, and of such pure Ioy, as shall not be mingl'd with any Drop either of Sorrow, or Interruption; when we shall be as 'twere inebriated with the plenteousness of God's house (as the Psalmist in his Rapture was bold to speak) by drinking of it as out of a River; when we shall drink, and drink deep of the Waters of Joy, and of such pure Joy, as shall not be mingled with any Drop either of Sorrow, or Interruption; when we shall be as 'twere inebriated with the plenteousness of God's house (as the Psalmist in his Rapture was bold to speak) by drinking of it as out of a River; c-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvi j-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f d j n1, c-acp vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d vvb d pp-f n1, cc n1; c-crq pns12 vmb vbi c-acp pn31|vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 (c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi) p-acp vvg pp-f pn31 c-acp av pp-f dt n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 308
1488 Or (to express it in plainer Terms) when our Glory shall be greater than the greatest Ambition of our Desires, and our Ioys far more than our hearts can hold; when we shall be giddy (as 'twere) with happiness, and drown'd in pleasures; shall have Raptures, and Transports, and Exiliencies of Spirit, more than David himself in his sacred Ecstasie, by which was drawn from him that strange expression; And very much greater than that of Esa, when being cast into a Traunce, he did presentiate to himself the last and general Resurrection, with an [ Awake and sing ye that dwell in the Dust; ] when we whose Heads do now ake in comprehending and grasping the shallowest things, shall happily loose all our Doubtings into the clearest Demonstration, our Conjectures into Assurance, our Expectations into Injoyment, and Faith it self into Experience; when the three Triads of holy Orders which make up the Hierarchy of Heaven, of which it is said by the Prophet Daniel, A fiery stream issued out, Or (to express it in plainer Terms) when our Glory shall be greater than the greatest Ambition of our Desires, and our Joys Far more than our hearts can hold; when we shall be giddy (as 'twere) with happiness, and drowned in pleasures; shall have Raptures, and Transports, and Exiliencies of Spirit, more than David himself in his sacred Ecstasy, by which was drawn from him that strange expression; And very much greater than that of Isaiah, when being cast into a Trance, he did presentiate to himself the last and general Resurrection, with an [ Awake and sing you that dwell in the Dust; ] when we whose Heads do now ache in comprehending and grasping the shallowest things, shall happily lose all our Doubtings into the Clearest Demonstration, our Conjectures into Assurance, our Expectations into Enjoyment, and Faith it self into Experience; when the three Triads of holy Order which make up the Hierarchy of Heaven, of which it is said by the Prophet daniel, A fiery stream issued out, cc (pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp jc n2) c-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi jc cs dt js n1 pp-f po12 vvz, cc po12 n2 av-j av-dc cs po12 n2 vmb vvi; c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j (c-acp pn31|vbdr) p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n2; vmb vhi n2, cc vvz, cc n2 pp-f n1, av-dc cs np1 px31 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 cst j n1; cc j av-d jc cs d pp-f np1, c-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp px31 dt ord cc j n1, p-acp dt [ j cc vvi pn22 cst vvb p-acp dt n1; ] c-crq pns12 rg-crq n2 vdb av vvi p-acp vvg cc j-vvg dt js n2, vmb av-j j d po12 n2 p-acp dt js n1, po12 n2 p-acp n1, po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc n1 pn31 n1 p-acp n1; c-crq dt crd np2 pp-f j vvb r-crq vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, dt j n1 vvd av, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 309
1489 and came forth from before him, Thousand Thousands ministred unto him, ten Thousand times ten Thousand stood before him, ( Dan. 7. 10.) shall open those Books whereout the Dead are to be judged (Rev. 20. 12.) And when with them the holy Elders, casting their Crowns before the Throne of him that liveth for ever and ever, (Rev. 4. 10.) shall all salute us, and Come forth from before him, Thousand Thousands ministered unto him, ten Thousand times ten Thousand stood before him, (Dan. 7. 10.) shall open those Books whereout the Dead Are to be judged (Rev. 20. 12.) And when with them the holy Elders, casting their Crowns before the Throne of him that lives for ever and ever, (Rev. 4. 10.) shall all salute us, cc vvd av p-acp p-acp pno31, crd crd vvn p-acp pno31, crd crd n2 crd crd vvn p-acp pno31, (np1 crd crd) vmb vvi d n2 c-crq dt j vbr pc-acp vbi vvn (n1 crd crd) cc c-crq p-acp pno32 dt j n2-jn, vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp av cc av, (n1 crd crd) vmb d vvb pno12, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 309
1490 and bid us welcome into the Ravishing Converse of those Glorious Courtiers; when that Life, and that Eternity, which in my Text are inquired after, shall not only present themselves with their Retinue and Attendants unto the Faculties of our Souls, but shall withal take up their Lodgings in our glorified Bodies: If, I say, we are desirous to injoy a great deal more than we are here ever able to ask or think, even all that we can, and that we cannot imagin; and bid us welcome into the Ravishing Converse of those Glorious Courtiers; when that Life, and that Eternity, which in my Text Are inquired After, shall not only present themselves with their Retinue and Attendants unto the Faculties of our Souls, but shall withal take up their Lodgings in our glorified Bodies: If, I say, we Are desirous to enjoy a great deal more than we Are Here ever able to ask or think, even all that we can, and that we cannot imagine; cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d j n2; c-crq d n1, cc d n1, r-crq p-acp po11 n1 vbr vvn a-acp, vmb xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp vmb av vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po12 vvn n2: cs, pns11 vvb, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 dc cs pns12 vbr av av j p-acp vvb cc vvb, av d cst pns12 vmb, cc cst pns12 vmbx vvb; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 310
1491 And would meet with all That in the very Life, whereof the Word of God hath given us but a very faint Picture: Then whilst others, like Martha, are busying themselves about many things, let us apply our selves (with Mary ) to the one thing that is needful: And would meet with all That in the very Life, whereof the Word of God hath given us but a very faint Picture: Then while Others, like Martha, Are busying themselves about many things, let us apply our selves (with Marry) to the one thing that is needful: cc vmd vvi p-acp d cst p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j j n1: av cs n2-jn, av-j np1, vbr vvg px32 p-acp d n2, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 (p-acp uh) p-acp dt crd n1 cst vbz j: (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 310
1492 Let us make it the very Centre of all our Projects and Designs: Let our Studies and Disputes, our Aims and Ambitions, our Controversies and Questions end all in This, [ Which is the way to the New Ierusalem? And what shall we do to be walking in it? Which is the way to escape a Hell? And what must we do to obtain a Heaven? ] For this is certainly the Scope of the young man's Inquiry we have in hand, What shall I do, that I may Inherit Aeternal Life? Let us make it the very Centre of all our Projects and Designs: Let our Studies and Disputes, our Aims and Ambitions, our Controversies and Questions end all in This, [ Which is the Way to the New Ierusalem? And what shall we do to be walking in it? Which is the Way to escape a Hell? And what must we do to obtain a Heaven? ] For this is Certainly the Scope of the young Man's Inquiry we have in hand, What shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? vvb pno12 vvi pn31 dt j n1 pp-f d po12 n2 cc n2: vvb po12 n2 cc vvz, po12 vvz cc n2, po12 n2 cc n2 vvb d p-acp d, [ r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j np1? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp pn31? r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1? ] c-acp d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 234 Page 310
1493 §. 3. All the Kingdoms of the Earth can neither satisfie, nor justifie all our Appetites and Desires. But the Kingdom of Heaven (expressed here by eternal life ) will be sure to do Both. For if we are Covetous, Here are Riches to make it lawful. If we are Amorous, Here is Beauty to make it Vertuous. If we are Ambitious, Here is Glory to make it Good. For we must know that our Affections receive their Guilt, or Vitiosity, not from their strength, but from their blindness, when they are either double-sighted, and look asquint; or else are short-sighted, and cannot see a far off; they embrace those things for fair or pleasant, which (like Ixion 's watery Iuno ) do only mock them with their Injoyment. Whereas were our Affections so Eagle-sighted, as to see through the Creatures, discerning Happiness in its Hypostasis, and flying at it where it is, our only fault would then be This, That our Ambition is too low, and our Avarice too little, §. 3. All the Kingdoms of the Earth can neither satisfy, nor justify all our Appetites and Desires. But the Kingdom of Heaven (expressed Here by Eternal life) will be sure to do Both. For if we Are Covetous, Here Are Riches to make it lawful. If we Are Amoros, Here is Beauty to make it Virtuous. If we Are Ambitious, Here is Glory to make it Good. For we must know that our Affections receive their Gilded, or Vitiosity, not from their strength, but from their blindness, when they Are either double-sighted, and look asquint; or Else Are shortsighted, and cannot see a Far off; they embrace those things for fair or pleasant, which (like Ixion is watery Iuno) do only mock them with their Enjoyment. Whereas were our Affections so Eagle-sighted, as to see through the Creatures, discerning Happiness in its Hypostasis, and flying At it where it is, our only fault would then be This, That our Ambition is too low, and our Avarice too little, §. crd av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb dx vvi, ccx vvb d po12 n2 cc n2. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (vvn av p-acp j n1) vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi d c-acp cs pns12 vbr j, av vbr n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 j. cs pns12 vbr j, av vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j. cs pns12 vbr j, av vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst po12 n2 vvb po32 j-vvn, cc n1, xx p-acp po32 n1, p-acp p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vbr d j, cc vvb av; cc av vbr j, cc vmbx vvi dt av-j a-acp; pns32 vvb d n2 p-acp j cc j, r-crq (av-j np1 vbz j np1) vdb av-j vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1. cs vbdr po12 n2 av j, a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz, po12 av-j n1 vmd av vbi d, cst po12 n1 vbz av j, cc po12 n1 av j, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 311
1494 and that we are not Amorous enough. For they are poor-spirited persons, of thick Heads and narrow Hearts, whose thoughts are groveling upon the Creature, and aspiring to nothing but what is Finite. It is an impotent Ambition, a feeble Avarice, and that we Are not Amoros enough. For they Are poor-spirited Persons, of thick Heads and narrow Hearts, whose thoughts Are groveling upon the Creature, and aspiring to nothing but what is Finite. It is an impotent Ambition, a feeble Avarice, cc cst pns12 vbr xx j av-d. c-acp pns32 vbr j n2, pp-f j n2 cc j n2, rg-crq n2 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j. pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt j n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 312
1495 and a very flat Love, which makes a stoop at such low Trifles, as Crowns and Kingdoms here on Earth. He alone is of a Noble and erected mind, who can say, and a very flat Love, which makes a stoop At such low Trifles, as Crowns and Kingdoms Here on Earth. He alone is of a Noble and erected mind, who can say, cc dt j j vvb, r-crq vvz dt vvb p-acp d j n2, c-acp n2 cc n2 av p-acp n1. pns31 av-j vbz pp-f dt j cc vvd n1, r-crq vmb vvi, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 312
1496 and say heartily, (with Christ to Pilate, ) his Kingdom is not of this World. and say heartily, (with christ to Pilate,) his Kingdom is not of this World. cc vvi av-j, (p-acp np1 p-acp np1,) po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 312
1497 Alas the Kingdoms here Below are less than Grass-Hoppers, to the very least Mansion in the Kingdom of Heaven. Nor are they genuine, but degenerate and bastard Eagles, which will greedily catch at such little Flies. The Soul of man was created for the highest Purposes and Ends. And therefore we may not only be lawfully, but even dutifully ambitious, provided our Ambitions are great enough, and every whit as high as our Soul's Extraction: we are not only permitted, but even obliged to be Covetous, upon condition that it be but of solid Riches, which are not liable to Plunder, or to impairment. We ought in Conscience to be inamour'd, if it be of real Beauty, Alas the Kingdoms Here Below Are less than Grass-Hoppers, to the very least Mansion in the Kingdom of Heaven. Nor Are they genuine, but degenerate and bastard Eagles, which will greedily catch At such little Flies. The Soul of man was created for the highest Purposes and Ends. And Therefore we may not only be lawfully, but even dutifully ambitious, provided our Ambitions Are great enough, and every whit as high as our Soul's Extraction: we Are not only permitted, but even obliged to be Covetous, upon condition that it be but of solid Riches, which Are not liable to Plunder, or to impairment. We ought in Conscience to be enamoured, if it be of real Beauty, uh dt n2 av p-acp vbr av-dc cs n2, p-acp dt j ds n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. ccx vbr pns32 j, p-acp j cc n1 n2, r-crq vmb av-j vvi p-acp d j vvz. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt js vvz cc n2 cc av pns12 vmb xx av-j vbi av-j, p-acp j av-j j, vvn po12 n2 vbr j av-d, cc d n1 c-acp j p-acp po12 ng1 n1: pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn, p-acp j vvn pc-acp vbi j, p-acp n1 cst pn31 vbb p-acp pp-f j n2, r-crq vbr xx j p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvb. pns12 vmd p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j-vvn, cs pn31 vbb pp-f j n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 312
1498 and not of that which depends upon human Fansie; not of handsome Dirt, or well-complexion'd Clay; not of Beauty so call'd, whose Foundation is in the Dirt, which saith to Corruption, Thou art my Father, and not of that which depends upon human Fancy; not of handsome Dirt, or well-complexioned Clay; not of Beauty so called, whose Foundation is in the Dirt, which Says to Corruption, Thou art my Father, cc xx pp-f d r-crq vvz p-acp j n1; xx pp-f j n1, cc j n1; xx pp-f n1 av vvn, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, pns21 vb2r po11 n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1499 and to the Worm, Thou art my Mother. and to the Worm, Thou art my Mother. cc p-acp dt n1, pns21 vb2r po11 n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1500 But if we choose a right object, like the Spouse in the Canticles, we shall never be so well, as when (with that Spouse) sick of Love. For our Bowels ought to yern after the Bridegroom of our Souls; we ought to pant after Goodness, and (in the phrase of Espensaeus ) to languish after him who is the Fountain of that Goodness, But if we choose a right Object, like the Spouse in the Canticles, we shall never be so well, as when (with that Spouse) sick of Love. For our Bowels ought to yern After the Bridegroom of our Souls; we ought to pant After goodness, and (in the phrase of Esparza) to languish After him who is the Fountain of that goodness, p-acp cs pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2, pns12 vmb av-x vbi av av, c-acp c-crq (p-acp d n1) j pp-f n1. p-acp po12 n2 vmd p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; pns12 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) p-acp vvb p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1501 and so to thirst after that Fountain, as never to be satisfied 'till swallow'd up. and so to thirst After that Fountain, as never to be satisfied till swallowed up. cc av p-acp vvb p-acp d n1, c-acp av-x pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvn a-acp. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1502 In this one sense the Italian Proverb is to be verified, Bello fin fà chi ben amando muore. In this one sense the Italian Proverb is to be verified, Bello fin fà chi ben Amando muore. p-acp d crd n1 dt jp n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-mi fw-mi fw-la fw-la. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1503 He makes a good end that dyes a Lover; to wit a Lover of Him, who is the great Lover of Souls. He makes a good end that dies a Lover; to wit a Lover of Him, who is the great Lover of Souls. pns31 vvz dt j n1 cst vvz dt n1; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1504 We should not vouchsafe to love our selves, unless because we love Him, or because he loves us, the only measure of loving whom is to love him without measure. We should not vouchsafe to love our selves, unless Because we love Him, or Because he loves us, the only measure of loving whom is to love him without measure. pns12 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cs p-acp pns12 vvb pno31, cc c-acp pns31 vvz pno12, dt j vvb pp-f vvg r-crq vbz p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 235 Page 313
1505 § 4. Seeing therefore we have met with an easy way, whereby to bridle a Passion, § 4. Seeing Therefore we have met with an easy Way, whereby to bridle a Passion, § crd vvg av pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1, c-crq p-acp vvb dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 313
1506 and at the same time to let it loose; how at once we may abjure, and yet injoy our Sensuality; and At the same time to let it lose; how At once we may abjure, and yet enjoy our Sensuality; cc p-acp dt d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j; c-crq p-acp a-acp pns12 vmb vvi, cc av vvb po12 n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 313
1507 or (to speak more exactly,) how 'tis the Duty of a Christian, not to evacuate, not to invalidate, not to extenuate his Affections, but only to regulate and to direct them, to place them there where true Injoyment is to be found; or (to speak more exactly,) how it's the Duty of a Christian, not to evacuate, not to invalidate, not to extenuate his Affections, but only to regulate and to Direct them, to place them there where true Enjoyment is to be found; cc (pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j,) q-crq pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp vvb cc p-acp j pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp c-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 314
1508 let no man say within himself, what shall I do to get a Fortune, to raise a Family, to erect a Temple unto Fame? what shall I do to be a man of this World of some Authority and Power, able to mischief or to oblige, to beat down mine Enemies, and raise my Friends? what shall I do to be a man of great Knowledge, a famous Chymist, an exact Mathematician, a remarkable Lawyer, or an eminent Divine? (for the best of These Inquiries has something in it of Carnality;) But let every man say within Himself, [ what shall I do to get an Interest in Jesus Christ? and to be sure I am a Member, not only of his Visible, but of his Mystical Body? what shall I do for a Demonstration, that my Faith is truly such as does work by Love? and that it does work by such a Love, let no man say within himself, what shall I do to get a Fortune, to raise a Family, to erect a Temple unto Fame? what shall I do to be a man of this World of Some authority and Power, able to mischief or to oblige, to beatrice down mine Enemies, and raise my Friends? what shall I do to be a man of great Knowledge, a famous Chemist, an exact Mathematician, a remarkable Lawyer, or an eminent Divine? (for the best of These Inquiries has something in it of Carnality;) But let every man say within Himself, [ what shall I do to get an Interest in jesus christ? and to be sure I am a Member, not only of his Visible, but of his Mystical Body? what shall I do for a Demonstration, that my Faith is truly such as does work by Love? and that it does work by such a Love, vvb dx n1 vvb p-acp px31, r-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, j p-acp n1 cc p-acp vvi, p-acp vvb a-acp po11 n2, cc vvb po11 n2? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, cc dt j j-jn? (c-acp dt js pp-f d n2 vhz pi p-acp pn31 pp-f n1;) cc-acp vvb d n1 vvb p-acp px31, [ q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 np1? cc pc-acp vbi j pns11 vbm dt n1, xx av-j pp-f po31 j, p-acp pp-f po31 j n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp dt n1, cst po11 n1 vbz av-j d c-acp vdz vvi p-acp n1? cc cst pn31 vdz vvi p-acp d dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 314
1509 as does bring forth obedience to the Commandments of Christ? And such a kind of obedience, as does bring forth Obedience to the commandments of christ? And such a kind of Obedience, c-acp vdz vvi av n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? np1 d dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 314
1510 as Christ will graciously accept? what shall I do that I may repent? and repent in such a manner, as to bring forth fruits meet for Repentance? what shall I do to see the secrets of my Heart? and to know by some Token which will not fail me, as christ will graciously accept? what shall I do that I may Repent? and Repent in such a manner, as to bring forth fruits meet for Repentance? what shall I do to see the secrets of my Heart? and to know by Some Token which will not fail me, c-acp np1 vmb av-j vvi? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vvi? cc vvi p-acp d dt n1, a-acp p-acp vvb av n2 vvb p-acp n1? r-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn pp-f po11 n1? cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi pno11, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 315
1511 whether the Good which I do is well enough done? (I mean well enough to deserve Acceptance. ) What shall I do whereby to work out mine own Salvation, and yet for all that to serve my God without fear all the days of my life? what shall I do whereby to make my Election sure, and to make my self sure of my Election, whither the Good which I do is well enough done? (I mean well enough to deserve Acceptance.) What shall I do whereby to work out mine own Salvation, and yet for all that to serve my God without Fear all the days of my life? what shall I do whereby to make my Election sure, and to make my self sure of my Election, cs dt j r-crq pns11 vdb vbz av d vdn? (pns11 vvb av av-d pc-acp vvi n1.) q-crq vmb pns11 vdi c-crq pc-acp vvb av po11 d n1, cc av p-acp d cst p-acp vvb po11 n1 p-acp n1 d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi c-crq pc-acp vvb po11 n1 j, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n1 j pp-f po11 n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 315
1512 so as to be able to say in Truth with St. Paul, Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness? what shall I do, or what shall I not do, or what shall I suffer either for doing or not doing, that by distress, or persecution, by nakedness, or famin, by peril, or sword, by banishment, or bonds, by sickness, or death, by any means whatsoever, (however troublesom, or costly, or any way terrible to the Flesh, ) I may but finally inherit eternal Life? so as to be able to say in Truth with Saint Paul, Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness? what shall I do, or what shall I not do, or what shall I suffer either for doing or not doing, that by distress, or persecution, by nakedness, or famine, by peril, or sword, by banishment, or bonds, by sickness, or death, by any means whatsoever, (however troublesome, or costly, or any Way terrible to the Flesh,) I may but finally inherit Eternal Life? av c-acp pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 np1, av vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vdb, cc r-crq vmb pns11 xx vdi, cc r-crq vmb pns11 vvb av-d p-acp vdg cc xx vdg, d p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n2, p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp d n2 r-crq, (c-acp j, cc j, cc d n1 j p-acp dt n1,) pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j vvi j n1? (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 236 Page 315
1513 § 5. But now how little there is to be found of real and solid Christianity, even in that part of Christendom where Christ and his Gospel are always preach't, (least of all amongst Them who are the great Monopolizers of Life Aeternal, ) 'twill not be difficult to guess by the solemn Theme of their Inquiries, what shall we eat? and what shall we drink? and wherewithal shall we be cloath'd? which shews the Zeal and the Devotion wherewith they Sacrifice to the Flesh. And therefore well said our Saviour (to shew the Religion such men are of) After all these things do the Gentiles seek, (Matth. 6. 25) Thereby intimating unto us, That Christians must seek for diviner things, § 5. But now how little there is to be found of real and solid Christianity, even in that part of Christendom where christ and his Gospel Are always preached, (lest of all among Them who Are the great Monopolizers of Life Eternal,) it'll not be difficult to guess by the solemn Theme of their Inquiries, what shall we eat? and what shall we drink? and wherewithal shall we be clothed? which shows the Zeal and the Devotion wherewith they Sacrifice to the Flesh. And Therefore well said our Saviour (to show the Religion such men Are of) After all these things do the Gentiles seek, (Matthew 6. 25) Thereby intimating unto us, That Christians must seek for diviner things, § crd p-acp av c-crq j pc-acp vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f j cc j np1, av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 c-crq np1 cc po31 n1 vbr av vvd, (cs pp-f d p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1 j,) pn31|vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi? cc r-crq vmb pns12 vvi? cc c-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn? r-crq vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1. cc av av vvd po12 n1 (pc-acp vvi dt n1 d n2 vbr pp-f) p-acp d d n2 vdb dt n2-j vvb, (np1 crd crd) av vvg p-acp pno12, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp jc-jn n2, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 316
1514 than such as perish in the using; for in the seeking of such as these, they do not differ from the Gentiles who know not God. than such as perish in the using; for in the seeking of such as these, they do not differ from the Gentiles who know not God. cs d c-acp vvb p-acp dt vvg; p-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f d c-acp d, pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt np1 q-crq vvb xx np1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 316
1515 And yet if we look upon those Professors who do pretend to an Inclosure of all the good things in Heaven, we may observe them still inclosing as many good things as they can on Earth too. And yet if we look upon those Professors who do pretend to an Enclosure of all the good things in Heaven, we may observe them still enclosing as many good things as they can on Earth too. cc av cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 r-crq vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av vvg p-acp d j n2 c-acp pns32 vmb p-acp n1 av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 316
1516 It is enough for poor Lazarus, to have his Good things hereafter; And enough for Rich Dives, to have his proportion of Good things here; But the good men I speak of will needs be happier than Lazarus, and yet much richer than Dives too. It is enough for poor Lazarus, to have his Good things hereafter; And enough for Rich Dives, to have his proportion of Good things Here; But the good men I speak of will needs be Happier than Lazarus, and yet much Richer than Dives too. pn31 vbz av-d p-acp j np1, pc-acp vhi po31 j n2 av; cc av-d p-acp j vvz, pc-acp vhi po31 n1 pp-f j n2 av; p-acp dt j n2 pns11 vvb pp-f n1 av vbi jc cs np1, cc av d jc cs vvz av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 316
1517 They will have their good things, as well in this, as another World. They will have their good things, as well in this, as Another World. pns32 vmb vhi po32 j n2, c-acp av p-acp d, p-acp j-jn n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 316
1518 All the subject of their Inquiry, is not how to be better than other men, in Acts of Iustice, and Works of Mercy, But how to be greater and more regarded, which is call'd a being better in point of Quality, and Degree. And after these very things do the Gentiles seek; They of Iava and the Molucco's, They of Tartary, and China; whether as greedily as Christians, I cannot tell. All the Subject of their Inquiry, is not how to be better than other men, in Acts of justice, and Works of Mercy, But how to be greater and more regarded, which is called a being better in point of Quality, and Degree. And After these very things do the Gentiles seek; They of Iava and the Molucco's, They of Tartary, and China; whither as greedily as Christians, I cannot tell. av-d dt n-jn pp-f po32 n1, vbz xx c-crq pc-acp vbi j cs j-jn n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz pp-f n1, cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vbi jc cc av-dc vvn, r-crq vbz vvn av vbg j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. cc p-acp d j n2 vdb dt n2-j vvb; pns32 pp-f np1 cc dt npg1, pns32 pp-f np1, cc n1; cs p-acp av-j p-acp np1, pns11 vmbx vvi. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 317
1519 But our Saviour spake only of Food and Rayment, as of things which the Gentiles are wont to seek. And well it were for Real Christians, But our Saviour spoke only of Food and Raiment, as of things which the Gentiles Are wont to seek. And well it were for Real Christians, p-acp po12 n1 vvd av-j pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pp-f n2 r-crq dt n2-j vbr j p-acp vvb. cc av pn31 vbdr p-acp j np1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 317
1520 if Nominal Christians would seek no more. If Food and Rayment would serve the turn, Christians then (like other Creatures ) might quietly live by one another. if Nominal Christians would seek no more. If Food and Raiment would serve the turn, Christians then (like other Creatures) might quietly live by one Another. cs j-jn np1 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc. cs n1 cc n1 vmd vvi dt n1, np1 av (av-j j-jn n2) vmd av-jn vvi p-acp crd j-jn. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 317
1521 But it seems they have no more than the Name of Christians, who chiefly seek (with the Gentiles ) the low concernments of the Flesh. For as many as are Christians in very good earnest, will bestow themselves in seeking the Kingdom of God, But it seems they have no more than the Name of Christians, who chiefly seek (with the Gentiles) the low concernments of the Flesh. For as many as Are Christians in very good earnest, will bestow themselves in seeking the Kingdom of God, p-acp pn31 vvz pns32 vhb dx dc cs dt vvb pp-f np1, r-crq av-jn vvb (p-acp dt n2-j) dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. c-acp c-acp d c-acp vbr np1 p-acp j j n1, vmb vvi px32 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 317
1522 and the Righteousness thereof, supposing such things as These will be added to the rest as a good Appendix. and the Righteousness thereof, supposing such things as These will be added to the rest as a good Appendix. cc dt n1 av, vvg d n2 c-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 317
1523 Man not living by Bread alone, as our Saviour said to Satan, but by bread as it is blessed by the good Word of God. Nor indeed is he worthy to live by Bread, who is not able to live without it; Man not living by Bred alone, as our Saviour said to Satan, but by bred as it is blessed by the good Word of God. Nor indeed is he worthy to live by Bred, who is not able to live without it; n1 xx vvg p-acp n1 av-j, p-acp po12 n1 vvd p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 vbz j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. ccx av vbz pns31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 317
1524 who is not able to subsist upon better things. When we reckon Food and Rayment among the Necessaries of Life, (which we do with good reason) we only speak of such a painful and dying life, as is not worthy our caring for, unless in order to life Aeternal. And for the nourishing of That, the very famishing of the Body may pass for food unto the Soul. From all which together it seems to follow, That they who arrogate to themselves, not only the greatest both Faith and Hope, but the perfectest Assurance of life Aeternal, do prove themselves ( unaware ) the greatest Infidels in the World; who is not able to subsist upon better things. When we reckon Food and Raiment among the Necessaries of Life, (which we do with good reason) we only speak of such a painful and dying life, as is not worthy our caring for, unless in order to life Eternal. And for the nourishing of That, the very famishing of the Body may pass for food unto the Soul. From all which together it seems to follow, That they who arrogate to themselves, not only the greatest both Faith and Hope, but the perfectest Assurance of life Eternal, do prove themselves (unaware) the greatest Infidels in the World; r-crq vbz xx j p-acp vvi p-acp j n2. c-crq pns12 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2-j pp-f n1, (r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp j n1) pns12 av-j vvb pp-f d dt j cc vvg n1, c-acp vbz xx j po12 vvg p-acp, cs p-acp n1 p-acp n1 j. cc p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f cst, dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d r-crq av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 r-crq vvi p-acp px32, xx av-j dt js d n1 cc vvb, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 j, vdb vvi px32 (av-j) dt js ng1 p-acp dt n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 318
1525 whilst neglecting the grand Inquiry they ought to make after Heaven, they let the Tide of their Affections run out wholly upon the Earth. For did they really look for a Day of Iudgment, as much as they do for an Hour of Death, they would as certainly provide against the one, as commonly they do against the other. They would take as much Care to be just, and honest, as universally they do to be rich or healthful. And make as much of their Souls by Mortification and Self-denial, as now they do of their Bodies by a plentiful Injoyment of Creature-Comforts. 'Tis true indeed; while neglecting the grand Inquiry they ought to make After Heaven, they let the Tide of their Affections run out wholly upon the Earth. For did they really look for a Day of Judgement, as much as they do for an Hour of Death, they would as Certainly provide against the one, as commonly they do against the other. They would take as much Care to be just, and honest, as universally they do to be rich or healthful. And make as much of their Souls by Mortification and Self-denial, as now they do of their Bodies by a plentiful Enjoyment of Creature comforts. It's true indeed; cs vvg dt j n1 pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvb av av-jn p-acp dt n1. p-acp vdd pns32 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd p-acp av-j vvi p-acp dt crd, c-acp av-j pns32 vdb p-acp dt j-jn. pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc j, c-acp av-j pns32 vdb p-acp vbi j cc j. cc vvi p-acp d pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp av pns32 vdb pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. pn31|vbz j av; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 319
1526 Life Aeternal is a thing which is quickly talk't of; nor are there any so uncivil, as not to afford it a friendly mention. It is no hard thing to be another mans flatterer, much less is it difficult to be ones own. To be secure and praesumptuous, is cheap, and easy. Yea, 'tis pleasant to flesh and blood, to be carnally set free from that fear and trembling, wherewith a man is to work out his own Salvation. Life Eternal is a thing which is quickly talked of; nor Are there any so Uncivil, as not to afford it a friendly mention. It is no hard thing to be Another men flatterer, much less is it difficult to be ones own. To be secure and presumptuous, is cheap, and easy. Yea, it's pleasant to Flesh and blood, to be carnally Set free from that Fear and trembling, wherewith a man is to work out his own Salvation. n1 j vbz dt n1 r-crq vbz av-j vvd pp-f; ccx vbr pc-acp d av j, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j n1. pn31 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn vvz n1, d dc vbz pn31 j pc-acp vbi pi2 vvi. pc-acp vbi j cc j, vbz j, cc j. uh, pn31|vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn j p-acp d vvb cc j-vvg, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp vvb av po31 d n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 319
1527 Thence it is that we abound with such an Herd of Fiduciaries and Solifidians; who having persuaded themselves to fancy, that Life Eternal is a thing which cannot possibly escape them, Thence it is that we abound with such an Heard of Fiduciaries and Solifidians; who having persuaded themselves to fancy, that Life Eternal is a thing which cannot possibly escape them, av pn31 vbz cst pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2-j cc npg1; r-crq vhg vvn px32 p-acp n1, cst n1 j vbz dt n1 r-crq vmbx av-j vvi pno32, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 319
1528 and that all the next world is irresistibly their own; They think they have nothing to do in This, but to make a Trial, whether it hath not been decreed, that all shall be theirs that they can get; and whether it hath not been decreed, that they shall get all they try for; and that all the next world is irresistibly their own; They think they have nothing to do in This, but to make a Trial, whither it hath not been decreed, that all shall be theirs that they can get; and whither it hath not been decreed, that they shall get all they try for; cc d d dt ord n1 vbz av-j po32 d; pns32 vvb pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp d, p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vhz xx vbn vvn, cst d vmb vbi png32 cst pns32 vmb vvi; cc cs pn31 vhz xx vbn vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi d pns32 vvb p-acp; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 319
1529 and whether it hath not been decreed, that they shall try to get All. When men are season'd with such a Principle, they cannot think it concerns them to give all Diligence, for the making of their Calling and Election sure, by ceasing to do evil, and by learning to do well; or by adding to Faith, Vertue, and one Vertue unto another. But supposing their Election so sure already, as to be pass't the possibility of being miss't; It is natural for them to give all diligence, to make themselves sure of somewhat else. For (let them say what they will, and let them think what they please, and whither it hath not been decreed, that they shall try to get All. When men Are seasoned with such a Principle, they cannot think it concerns them to give all Diligence, for the making of their Calling and Election sure, by ceasing to do evil, and by learning to do well; or by adding to Faith, Virtue, and one Virtue unto Another. But supposing their Election so sure already, as to be passed the possibility of being missed; It is natural for them to give all diligence, to make themselves sure of somewhat Else. For (let them say what they will, and let them think what they please, cc cs pn31 vhz xx vbn vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vvb d c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 vvg cc n1 j, p-acp vvg pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc p-acp vvg p-acp vdb av; cc p-acp vvg p-acp n1, n1, cc crd n1 p-acp j-jn. p-acp vvg po32 n1 av j av, a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f vbg vvi|pn31; pn31 vbz j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi px32 j pp-f av av. c-acp (vvb pno32 vvi r-crq pns32 vmb, cc vvb pno32 vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 320
1530 and let them do what they can,) they cannot possibly give diligence to seek a thing in their possession, or to secure what they believe it is impossible for them to lose. No man living will light a Candle, to look about for those Eyes which he believes are in his Head; nor will he search after his head, which is (he doubts not) upon his shoulders. Our Saviour's two Parables of the lost Sheep and the lost Groat, cannot but seem an arrant Iargon unto a man of such Principles as now I speak of. and let them do what they can,) they cannot possibly give diligence to seek a thing in their possession, or to secure what they believe it is impossible for them to loose. No man living will Light a Candle, to look about for those Eyes which he believes Are in his Head; nor will he search After his head, which is (he doubts not) upon his shoulders. Our Saviour's two Parables of the lost Sheep and the lost Groat, cannot but seem an arrant Jargon unto a man of such Principles as now I speak of. cc vvb pno32 vdb r-crq pns32 vmb,) pns32 vmbx av-j vvi n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp j r-crq pns32 vvb pn31 vbz j p-acp pno32 p-acp vvb. dx n1 j-vvg vmb vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz vbr p-acp po31 n1; ccx vmb pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz (pns31 vvz xx) p-acp po31 n2. po12 ng1 crd n2 pp-f dt vvd n1 cc dt vvd n1, vmbx cc-acp vvi dt j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp av pns11 vvb pp-f. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 320
1531 For will He send about the Country, to find a Sheep which is in his Fold? or sweep the House for a Groat which he praesumes is in his Pocket? No, being poyson'd with an opinion, that he was justified from Eternity, and hath Grace irresistible, and therefore cannot fall totally, much less finally from Grace; For will He send about the Country, to find a Sheep which is in his Fold? or sweep the House for a Groat which he praesumes is in his Pocket? No, being poisoned with an opinion, that he was justified from Eternity, and hath Grace irresistible, and Therefore cannot fallen totally, much less finally from Grace; p-acp n1 pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvb dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 vvb? cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz vbz p-acp po31 vvi? uh-dx, vbg vvd p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, cc vhz vvb j, cc av vmbx vvi av-j, d dc av-j p-acp n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 320
1532 he will esteem it a thing impertinent for a man of his Talents, to be so anxious as to Inquire, what Good things he ought to do, that he may inherit Eternal Life. he will esteem it a thing impertinent for a man of his Talents, to be so anxious as to Inquire, what Good things he ought to do, that he may inherit Eternal Life. pns31 vmb vvi pn31 dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vbi av j c-acp p-acp vvb, r-crq j n2 pns31 pi pc-acp vdi, cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 237 Page 321
1533 § 6. The great unhappiness of it is, (what I am sorry I have reason to believe I say truly,) That there are few Congregations, wherein there are not such Professors as now I speak of; § 6. The great unhappiness of it is, (what I am sorry I have reason to believe I say truly,) That there Are few Congregations, wherein there Are not such Professors as now I speak of; § crd dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, (r-crq pns11 vbm j pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pns11 vvb av-j,) cst pc-acp vbr d n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr xx d n2 c-acp av pns11 vvb pp-f; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 321
1534 who as long as fermented with such a Leven, cannot possibly be profited by all our Preaching. who as long as fermented with such a Leven, cannot possibly be profited by all our Preaching. r-crq c-acp av-j c-acp vvn p-acp d dt zz, vmbx av-j vbi vvn p-acp d po12 vvg. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 321
1535 And therefore They (above others) must be inform'd, That by the Nature of our Inquiries, we ought to try (as by a Touchstone ) of what sort we are; And Therefore They (above Others) must be informed, That by the Nature of our Inquiries, we ought to try (as by a Touchstone) of what sort we Are; cc av pns32 (p-acp ng2-jn) vmb vbi vvn, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmd p-acp vvb (c-acp p-acp dt n1) pp-f r-crq n1 pns12 vbr; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 321
1536 whether Silver, or Alchymy; whether true and solid Gold, or but polished Iron with double Gilt. By this we may explore, from whence we came, and whither 'tis that we are going; of whom we are, and whom we are for. whither Silver, or Alchemy; whither true and solid Gold, or but polished Iron with double Gilded. By this we may explore, from whence we Come, and whither it's that we Are going; of whom we Are, and whom we Are for. q-crq n1, cc n1; cs j cc j n1, cc p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp j-jn j-vvn. p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvd, cc c-crq pn31|vbz cst pns12 vbr vvg; pp-f ro-crq pns12 vbr, cc r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 321
1537 For that Saying of our Saviour, Matth. 24. 28. which historically refers to the Roman Army, Wheresoever the Carkass is, there the Eagles will be gathered together; For that Saying of our Saviour, Matthew 24. 28. which historically refers to the Roman Army, Wheresoever the Carcase is, there the Eagles will be gathered together; p-acp cst vvg pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd crd r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt np1 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz, a-acp dt n2 vmb vbi vvn av; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 321
1538 must needs be applicable and true in This sense also, which is our Saviour's own Sense, Luke 12. 34. Where your Treasure is, there your Heart will be also. From whence it follows unavoidably, That if we are men of another world, and have our Treasure laid up in Heaven; we shall behave our selves as Pilgrims and perfect Sojourners here on Earth. We shall be commonly looking Upwards, with our Backs upon Egypt, and our Faces towards Canaan. Our Souls will be athirst for God, ( Psal. 42. 1, 2, 3.) our Hearts will pant after Eternity, must needs be applicable and true in This sense also, which is our Saviour's own Sense, Lycia 12. 34. Where your Treasure is, there your Heart will be also. From whence it follows avoidable, That if we Are men of Another world, and have our Treasure laid up in Heaven; we shall behave our selves as Pilgrim's and perfect Sojourners Here on Earth. We shall be commonly looking Upward, with our Backs upon Egypt, and our Faces towards Canaan. Our Souls will be athirst for God, (Psalm 42. 1, 2, 3.) our Hearts will pant After Eternity, vmb av vbi j cc j p-acp d n1 av, r-crq vbz po12 ng1 d n1, av crd crd c-crq po22 n1 vbz, a-acp po22 n1 vmb vbi av. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz av-j, cst cs pns12 vbr n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc vhb po12 n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1; pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp ng1 cc j n2 av p-acp n1. pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j, p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc po12 n2 p-acp np1. po12 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp np1, (np1 crd crd, crd, crd) po12 n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 322
1539 as the Hart panteth after the Water-Brooks; as the Heart pants After the Water brooks; c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 322
1540 crying out with holy David in an Exiliency of Spirit, O when shall we appear before the Presence of God? How low soever both our Bodies and Fortunes are, our Conversation will be above. NONLATINALPHABET, &c. we shall behave our selves as men who are free of God's City. Our Hearts will evermore be There, unless our Treasure is somewhere else. If the Kingdom of Heaven is that Pearl of great Price, to which our Lord in his Parable thought fit to liken it, crying out with holy David in an Exiliency of Spirit, Oh when shall we appear before the Presence of God? How low soever both our Bodies and Fortune's Are, our Conversation will be above., etc. we shall behave our selves as men who Are free of God's city. Our Hearts will evermore be There, unless our Treasure is somewhere Else. If the Kingdom of Heaven is that Pearl of great Price, to which our Lord in his Parable Thought fit to liken it, vvg av p-acp j np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh c-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? c-crq j av d po12 n2 cc n2 vbr, po12 n1 vmb vbi p-acp., av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 r-crq vbr j pp-f npg1 n1. po12 n2 vmb av vbi pc-acp, cs po12 n1 vbz av av. cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz cst n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd j p-acp vvi pn31, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 322
1541 And if we are those Merchants that traffick for it, we cannot choose but be busy in our Inquiries after the Price; still resolving upon the Purchase at any Rate that can be ask't; and ever asking what we shall give, or (as here) what we shall do, that we may any ways inherit Eternal Life. So it follows again on the other side, That if we are commonly looking downwards, and behave our selves here as men at home, as if we did not intend any farther Iourney; If the Burden of our Inquiries is such as This, [ What shall we do to live long upon the Earth, And if we Are those Merchant's that traffic for it, we cannot choose but be busy in our Inquiries After the Price; still resolving upon the Purchase At any Rate that can be asked; and ever asking what we shall give, or (as Here) what we shall do, that we may any ways inherit Eternal Life. So it follows again on the other side, That if we Are commonly looking downwards, and behave our selves Here as men At home, as if we did not intend any farther Journey; If the Burden of our Inquiries is such as This, [ What shall we do to live long upon the Earth, cc cs pns12 vbr d n2 cst vvi p-acp pn31, pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vbb j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; av vvg p-acp dt vvb p-acp d vvb cst vmb vbi vvn; cc av vvg r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cc (c-acp av) r-crq pns12 vmb vdi, cst pns12 vmb d n2 vvb j n1. av pn31 vvz av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst cs pns12 vbr av-j vvg av-j, cc vvi po12 n2 av p-acp n2 p-acp n1-an, c-acp cs pns12 vdd xx vvi d jc n1; cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz d p-acp d, [ q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 323
1542 and not see the Grave? or what shall we do to escape going to Heaven, 'till such time as we are pass't the pleasant Injoyments of the Earth? how shall we put the evil Day afar off? how shall we be saved without Repentance, or repent without Amendment, or amend no more than will serve our turn? what shall we do to be good enough, and yet no better than needs we must? what shall we do to serve two Masters, and reconcile the two Kingdoms of God and Mammon? and so confute what is said by our blessed Saviour in the Sixteenth of St. Luke? what for a Religion wherein to live with most pleasure, and not see the Grave? or what shall we do to escape going to Heaven, till such time as we Are passed the pleasant Enjoyments of the Earth? how shall we put the evil Day afar off? how shall we be saved without Repentance, or Repent without Amendment, or amend no more than will serve our turn? what shall we do to be good enough, and yet no better than needs we must? what shall we do to serve two Masters, and reconcile the two Kingdoms of God and Mammon? and so confute what is said by our blessed Saviour in the Sixteenth of Saint Lycia? what for a Religion wherein to live with most pleasure, cc xx vvi dt j? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1? q-crq vmb pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1 av a-acp? q-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb av-dx dc cs vmb vvi po12 n1? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vbi j av-d, cc av dx jc cs av pns12 vmb? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi crd n2, cc vvi dt crd n2 pp-f np1 cc np1? cc av vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f n1 av? r-crq p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp ds n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 323
1543 and one to dye in with greatest safety? what shall we do to live the Life of the sensual'st Epicure, and yet at last dye the Death of the strictest Saint? ] If, I say, our Affections are clinging thus unto the Earth, It is an absolute Demonstration that all our Treasure is here below, and that we are men of the present world, in whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds; and one to die in with greatest safety? what shall we do to live the Life of the sensual'st Epicure, and yet At last die the Death of the Strictest Saint? ] If, I say, our Affections Are clinging thus unto the Earth, It is an absolute Demonstration that all our Treasure is Here below, and that we Are men of the present world, in whom the God of this world hath blinded the minds; cc pi pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp js n1? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt vv2 n1, cc av p-acp ord vvi dt n1 pp-f dt js n1? ] cs, pns11 vvb, po12 n2 vbr vvg av p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst d po12 n1 vbz av a-acp, cc cst pns12 vbr n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn dt n2; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 324
1544 For our Saviour's famous Rule is at once of universal and endless Truth, Wheresoever the Carkass is, there the Eagles will be gathered together; For our Saviour's famous Rule is At once of universal and endless Truth, Wheresoever the Carcase is, there the Eagles will be gathered together; p-acp po12 ng1 j n1 vbz p-acp a-acp pp-f j cc j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz, a-acp dt n2 vmb vbi vvn av; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 324
1545 wheresoever our Treasure is, there our Hearts will be also. wheresoever our Treasure is, there our Hearts will be also. c-crq po12 n1 vbz, a-acp po12 n2 vmb vbi av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 324
1546 And whither our Hearts are gone before, (the Case is evident and clear) our Tongues and our Actions will follow after. And whither our Hearts Are gone before, (the Case is evident and clear) our Tongues and our Actions will follow After. cc q-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn a-acp, (dt n1 vbz j cc j) po12 n2 cc po12 n2 vmb vvi a-acp. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 238 Page 324
1547 § 7. Now since these are the Inquiries of several Seekers; to wit of Them who do affect to dwell here, and of them that look out for a better Country, that is an heavenly; § 7. Now since these Are the Inquiries of several Seekers; to wit of Them who do affect to dwell Here, and of them that look out for a better Country, that is an heavenly; § crd av c-acp d vbr dt n2 pp-f j n2; p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 r-crq vdb vvi pc-acp vvi av, cc pp-f pno32 d vvb av p-acp dt jc n1, cst vbz dt j; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 239 Page 324
1548 And since we may judge by their Inquiries, to which kind of Master they do belong, to God, or Mammon; 'Tis plain the Lesson or the Use we are to take from it is This, that when we find our selves beset with a twofold evil, the one of Sin, and the other of Affliction, (in so much as we know not which way to turn, there being on the right hand a fear of Beggery or Disgrace, and on the left hand a fear of Hell, ) when (I say) we are reduced to such an hard pinch of our Affairs, we must not carnally cast about, And since we may judge by their Inquiries, to which kind of Master they do belong, to God, or Mammon; It's plain the lesson or the Use we Are to take from it is This, that when we find our selves beset with a twofold evil, the one of since, and the other of Affliction, (in so much as we know not which Way to turn, there being on the right hand a Fear of Beggary or Disgrace, and on the left hand a Fear of Hell,) when (I say) we Are reduced to such an hard pinch of our Affairs, we must not carnally cast about, cc c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vdb vvi, pc-acp np1, cc np1; pn31|vbz j dt n1 cc dt vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 vbz d, cst c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvn p-acp dt j n-jn, dt crd pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1, (p-acp av av-d c-acp pns12 vvb xx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi, a-acp vbg p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt vvb pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 dt vvb pp-f n1,) c-crq (pns11 vvb) pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb xx av-j vvn a-acp, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 239 Page 325
1549 and tacitly say within our selves, [ what shall we do to keep our Livelyhoods? or what shall we do to hold fast our Lives? ] But what shall we do to keep a good Conscience, and to hold fast our Integrity? And since 'tis nobler to be led by the hope of a Reward, than to be frighted into our Duties, by the fear of being punish't if we neglect them; and tacitly say within our selves, [ what shall we do to keep our Livelihoods? or what shall we do to hold fast our Lives? ] But what shall we do to keep a good Conscience, and to hold fast our Integrity? And since it's Nobler to be led by the hope of a Reward, than to be frighted into our Duties, by the Fear of being punished if we neglect them; cc av-j vvb p-acp po12 n2, [ q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi po12 n2? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi av-j po12 n2? ] cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j po12 n1? cc c-acp pn31|vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, cs pc-acp vbb vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt vvb pp-f vbg vvn cs pns12 vvb pno32; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 239 Page 325
1550 let us not ask, like the Children of Hagar, (in the spirit of Bondage which is unto fear, ) what shall we do, that we may not inherit a Death Aeternal; But as the Children of Sarah, (in the spirit of Adoption which is unto hope, ) what shall we do, that we may inherit Aeternal Life? let us not ask, like the Children of Hagar, (in the Spirit of Bondage which is unto Fear,) what shall we do, that we may not inherit a Death Eternal; But as the Children of Sarah, (in the Spirit of Adoption which is unto hope,) what shall we do, that we may inherit Eternal Life? vvb pno12 xx vvi, av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp vvb,) r-crq vmb pns12 vdi, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 j; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp vvb,) r-crq vmb pns12 vdi, cst pns12 vmb vvi j n1? (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 239 Page 325
1551 Which Life being hid with Christ in God, (as St. Paul speaks to the Colossians, ) for God's sake whither should we go, either to seek it when it is absent, or to find it when it is hid, or to secure it when it is found, unless to Him who hath the words of Eternal Life? that is, the words which are the means by which alone we may attain to Eternal Life. Which Life being hid with christ in God, (as Saint Paul speaks to the colossians,) for God's sake whither should we go, either to seek it when it is absent, or to find it when it is hid, or to secure it when it is found, unless to Him who hath the words of Eternal Life? that is, the words which Are the means by which alone we may attain to Eternal Life. r-crq n1 vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2,) p-acp npg1 n1 q-crq vmd pns12 vvi, av-d p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz j, cc p-acp vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc p-acp j pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cs p-acp pno31 r-crq vhz dt n2 pp-f j n1? cst vbz, dt n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq av-j pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 240 Page 325
1552 The words which teach us how to know it, the words which tell us where to seek it, the words which shew us how to find it, the words which afford us those Rules and Precepts, by our conformity unto which we cannot but take it into possession? There is no other Name to make us Inheritors of Eternity, but only the Name of our Lord Iesus Christ, Acts 4. 12. And considering what is said by our blessed Saviour, That This (and this only) is Life Eternal, to know the only true God, [ with a practical knowledge ] and Iesus Christ whom he hath sent, (John 17. 2.) we should religiously resolve, not to know any thing else. The words which teach us how to know it, the words which tell us where to seek it, the words which show us how to find it, the words which afford us those Rules and Precepts, by our conformity unto which we cannot but take it into possession? There is no other Name to make us Inheritors of Eternity, but only the Name of our Lord Iesus christ, Acts 4. 12. And considering what is said by our blessed Saviour, That This (and this only) is Life Eternal, to know the only true God, [ with a practical knowledge ] and Iesus christ whom he hath sent, (John 17. 2.) we should religiously resolve, not to know any thing Else. dt n2 r-crq vvb pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvb pn31, dt vvz r-crq vvb pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvb pn31, dt n2 r-crq vvb pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvb pn31, dt n2 r-crq vvb pno12 d vvz cc n2, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp n1? pc-acp vbz dx j-jn vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, n2 crd crd np1 vvg r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, cst d (cc d j) p-acp|dt n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt j j np1, [ p-acp dt j n1 ] cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (np1 crd crd) pns12 vmd av-j vvi, xx p-acp vvb d n1 av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 240 Page 326
1553 Not (I mean) in comparison of Iesus Christ and him crucified; Not (I mean) in comparison of Iesus christ and him Crucified; xx (pns11 vvb) p-acp n1 pp-f np1 np1 cc pno31 vvd; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 240 Page 326
1554 nor yet to any other end, than to serve and assist us in that one knowledge. Look what carking and caring any Covetous man useth to get his wealth; look what industry and labour an Ambitious man useth to get his Honour; look what vigilance and solicitude any Amorous man useth to get his Idol; the same solicitude and diligence is each Religious man to use, nor yet to any other end, than to serve and assist us in that one knowledge. Look what carking and caring any Covetous man uses to get his wealth; look what industry and labour an Ambitious man uses to get his Honour; look what vigilance and solicitude any Amoros man uses to get his Idol; the same solicitude and diligence is each Religious man to use, ccx av p-acp d j-jn vvb, cs p-acp vvb cc vvb pno12 p-acp d crd n1. vvb r-crq n-vvg cc vvg d j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1; vvb q-crq n1 cc vvb dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 vvi; vvb q-crq n1 cc n1 d j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1; dt d n1 cc n1 vbz d j n1 pc-acp vvi, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 240 Page 326
1555 for the getting of an Interest in Iesus Christ. Which gives me a passage from the second to the third Observable I proposed; for the getting of an Interest in Iesus christ. Which gives me a passage from the second to the third Observable I proposed; p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 np1. r-crq vvz pno11 dt n1 p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt ord j pns11 vvd; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 240 Page 326
1556 from the Nature and Quality of the young man's Inquiry, to the condition of the Oracle inquired of. As he sought for nothing less than Eternal Life, so did he seek it from Him alone, who is the way to that Life, and the Life it self. from the Nature and Quality of the young Man's Inquiry, to the condition of the Oracle inquired of. As he sought for nothing less than Eternal Life, so did he seek it from Him alone, who is the Way to that Life, and the Life it self. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f. c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pix av-dc cs j n1, av vdd pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 av-j, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pn31 n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 241 Page 327
1557 He did not go to take Advice from the Witch of Endor; (for the madness of Saul had made him wiser, or more at least in his wits, He did not go to take advice from the Witch of Endor; (for the madness of Saul had made him Wiser, or more At least in his wits, pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn pno31 jc, cc av-dc p-acp ds p-acp po31 n2, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 327
1558 than to knock at Hell-door for the way to Heaven; ) Nor did he ask of Apollo Pythius, or go to Iupiter Ammon to be inform'd about the way to Eternal Life; (for all the Oracles of the Heathen were put to silence by our Messias, (as Plutarch and others of their own great Writers have well observ'd) and should they speak never so loudly, he very well knew they could not teach him;) Nor did he go to Aaron's Ephod, to ask the Urim and Thummim about the means of his Salvation; (for he knew that That Oracle was now grown Dimm, and that in case it had been legible, it could not help him;) Nor did he betake himself to Moses, the Iewish Law-giver, much less to the Scribes, the learned Interpreters of the Law; (for he found Mysterious Moses had still a Veil upon his Face, which the Scribes and Pharisees were not able to Remove; ) much less durst he go to the Law it self for a Relief; than to knock At Hell-door for the Way to Heaven;) Nor did he ask of Apollo Pythius, or go to Iupiter Ammon to be informed about the Way to Eternal Life; (for all the Oracles of the Heathen were put to silence by our Messias, (as Plutarch and Others of their own great Writers have well observed) and should they speak never so loudly, he very well knew they could not teach him;) Nor did he go to Aaron's Ephod, to ask the Urim and Thummim about the means of his Salvation; (for he knew that That Oracle was now grown Dimm, and that in case it had been legible, it could not help him;) Nor did he betake himself to Moses, the Jewish Lawgiver, much less to the Scribes, the learned Interpreters of the Law; (for he found Mysterious Moses had still a Veil upon his Face, which the Scribes and Pharisees were not able to Remove;) much less durst he go to the Law it self for a Relief; cs pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1;) ccx vdd pns31 vvi pp-f np1 np1, cc vvi p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1; (c-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbdr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp po12 np1, (c-acp ng1 cc n2-jn pp-f po32 d j n2 vhb av vvn) cc vmd pns32 vvb av-x av av-j, pns31 av av vvd pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31;) ccx vdd pns31 vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt np1 cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (c-acp pns31 vvd d cst n1 vbds av vvn np1, cc cst p-acp n1 pn31 vhd vbn j, pn31 vmd xx vvi pno31;) ccx vdd pns31 vvi px31 p-acp np1, dt jp n1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (c-acp pns31 vvd j np1 vhd av dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq dt n2 cc np2 vbdr xx j p-acp vvb;) d dc vvd pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 328
1559 there being nothing more plain, than that the Law worketh wrath: Those Tables of Stone are as the Hones or the Grindstones, at which the Sting of Death is whetted, and made more sharp. For as the sting of Death is Sin, there being nothing more plain, than that the Law works wrath: Those Tables of Stone Are as the Hones or the Grindstones, At which the Sting of Death is whetted, and made more sharp. For as the sting of Death is since, a-acp vbg pix av-dc j, cs d dt n1 vvz n1: d n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt np1 cc dt n2, p-acp r-crq dt vvb pp-f n1 vbz vvn, cc vvd dc j. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 328
1560 so the strength of Sin is the Law, (1 Cor. 15. 56.) The Law does thunder out a Curse, as well as a Rigid Obligation, (the one from Mount Ebal, as well as the other from Mount Sinai, ) upon every Soul of man who shall but fail in the least Iota. For it is written (saith St. Paul, who only saith it out of the Law,) Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the Book of the Law to do them. so the strength of since is the Law, (1 Cor. 15. 56.) The Law does thunder out a Curse, as well as a Rigid Obligation, (the one from Mount Ebal, as well as the other from Mount Sinai,) upon every Soul of man who shall but fail in the lest Iota. For it is written (Says Saint Paul, who only Says it out of the Law,) Cursed is every one that Continueth not in all things which Are written in the Book of the Law to do them. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1, (vvd np1 crd crd) dt n1 vdz vvi av dt vvb, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1, (dt pi p-acp n1 np1, c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn p-acp n1 np1,) p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp dt cs np1. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn (vvz n1 np1, r-crq av-j vvz pn31 av pp-f dt n1,) vvn vbz d pi cst vvz xx p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno32. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 328
1561 Or (to consider it yet more distinctly) admit Aeternal Life had been expected from the Law by this Inquirer, Or (to Consider it yet more distinctly) admit Eternal Life had been expected from the Law by this Inquirer, cc (pc-acp vvi pn31 av av-dc av-j) vvb j n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d np1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 328
1562 yet sure it may sooner be ask't than answer'd, To which of the Laws he should have had recourse for it? Certainly not to the Ceremonial; for That was but a shadow of things to come, whereof the Body is Christ, (Coloss. 2. 17.) The very Sacrifice of the Law was not able to expiate, but only to commemorate the Peoples Sins, ( Heb. 10. 3.) Therefore in vain would he have sought to the Ceremonial Law: yet sure it may sooner be asked than answered, To which of the Laws he should have had recourse for it? Certainly not to the Ceremonial; for That was but a shadow of things to come, whereof the Body is christ, (Coloss. 2. 17.) The very Sacrifice of the Law was not able to expiate, but only to commemorate the Peoples Sins, (Hebrew 10. 3.) Therefore in vain would he have sought to the Ceremonial Law: av av-j pn31 vmb av-c vbi vvn cs vvd, p-acp r-crq pp-f dt n2 pns31 vmd vhi vhn n1 p-acp pn31? av-j xx p-acp dt j; p-acp cst vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 vbz np1, (np1 crd crd) dt j vvb pp-f dt n1 vbds xx j p-acp vvi, p-acp j p-acp j dt ng1 n2, (np1 crd crd) av p-acp j vmd pns31 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1: (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 329
1563 And as vainly to the Iudicial; For that was a Politick Constitution peculiar only to the Iews, and reaching no farther than to a Civil Iurisdiction. Much less yet could he seek to the Moral Law of Moses for Life Eternal; For the Moral Law exacted so Universal an obedience, and also denounced so great a Curse (as I said before) on the least omission, that he could look for nothing thence but the justest matter of Despair. For first our Nature is so corrupt, and our Persons so much corrupter, And as vainly to the Judicial; For that was a Politic Constitution peculiar only to the Iews, and reaching no farther than to a Civil Jurisdiction. Much less yet could he seek to the Moral Law of Moses for Life Eternal; For the Moral Law exacted so Universal an Obedience, and also denounced so great a Curse (as I said before) on the least omission, that he could look for nothing thence but the Justest matter of Despair. For First our Nature is so corrupt, and our Persons so much corrupter, cc c-acp av-j p-acp dt j; p-acp cst vbds dt j n1 j av-j p-acp dt np2, cc vvg dx jc cs p-acp dt j n1. av-d av-dc av vmd pns31 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 j; p-acp dt j n1 vvn av j-u dt n1, cc av vvn av j dt vvb (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) p-acp dt ds n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pix av p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. p-acp ord po12 n1 vbz av j, cc po12 n2 av av-d jc, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 329
1564 since our having found out many Inventions, that if we say we have no sin, we deceive our selves, since our having found out many Inventions, that if we say we have no since, we deceive our selves, c-acp po12 vhg vvn av d n2, cst cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 329
1565 and the Truth is not in us, (1 John 1. 8.) And secondly if Righteousness come by the Law, and the Truth is not in us, (1 John 1. 8.) And secondly if Righteousness come by the Law, cc dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno12, (vvd np1 crd crd) cc ord cs n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 329
1566 then is Christ dead in vain, (Gal. 2. 21.) What then remain'd to this inquisitive Iew, but that the Law should be his Schoolmaster to bring him unto Christ? (Gal. 3. 24.) The Law being adapted by the infinite Wisdom of God's oeconomy, either to lead or to drive him thither. then is christ dead in vain, (Gal. 2. 21.) What then remained to this inquisitive Iew, but that the Law should be his Schoolmaster to bring him unto christ? (Gal. 3. 24.) The Law being adapted by the infinite Wisdom of God's economy, either to led or to drive him thither. av vbz np1 j p-acp j, (np1 crd crd) q-crq av vvd p-acp d j np1, p-acp d dt n1 vmd vbi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1? (np1 crd crd) dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av-d p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb pno31 av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1567 For requiring more from him than he was able to perform, and yet denouncing a Curse on his Non-Performance, it could not but make him stand affrighted at the ugly Condition he was in; For requiring more from him than he was able to perform, and yet denouncing a Curse on his Non-Performance, it could not but make him stand affrighted At the ugly Condition he was in; p-acp vvg av-dc p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vbds j p-acp vvb, cc av vvg dt vvb p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pno31 vvi j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbds p-acp; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1568 I mean his desperate Impossibility of ever attaining to Life Eternal, by the meer perfection of his obedience. I mean his desperate Impossibility of ever attaining to Life Eternal, by the mere perfection of his Obedience. pns11 vvb po31 j n1 pp-f av vvg p-acp n1 j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1569 Hence he saw it concern'd him to seek somewhere else. He found it clear by Demonstration, (and by the woful Demonstration of sad Experience, ) he stood in need of a Saviour, and of such a Saviour too, Hence he saw it concerned him to seek somewhere Else. He found it clear by Demonstration, (and by the woeful Demonstration of sad Experience,) he stood in need of a Saviour, and of such a Saviour too, av pns31 vvd pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi av av. pns31 vvd pn31 j p-acp n1, (cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j vvb,) pns31 vvd p-acp vvb pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d dt n1 av, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1570 as might deliver him from the Curse and from the Rigour of the Law, by being made both a Curse and a Ransom for him. as might deliver him from the Curse and from the Rigour of the Law, by being made both a Curse and a Ransom for him. c-acp n1 vvi pno31 p-acp dt vvb cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn d dt vvb cc dt n1 p-acp pno31. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1571 Again he saw both by the Doctrins, and by the Miracles of Christ, that He was most likely to be That Saviour; to wit a Saviour from whom he was to look for such a Clue, as might be able to conduct him out of the Labyrinth he was in. And therefore just as this Saviour was gone forth into the way, This kind of Neophyte in my Text came running to him, Again he saw both by the Doctrines, and by the Miracles of christ, that He was most likely to be That Saviour; to wit a Saviour from whom he was to look for such a clue, as might be able to conduct him out of the Labyrinth he was in. And Therefore just as this Saviour was gone forth into the Way, This kind of Neophyte in my Text Come running to him, av pns31 vvd av-d p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vbds av-ds j pc-acp vbi cst n1; pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vmd vbi j p-acp vvb pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbds p-acp. cc av j c-acp d n1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1, d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvd vvg p-acp pno31, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1572 and asked him, (meekly kneeling upon his Knees,) Good Master, what shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? and asked him, (meekly kneeling upon his Knees,) Good Master, what shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? cc vvd pno31, (av-j vvg p-acp po31 n2,) j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 242 Page 330
1573 Now if Christ was His Oracle who only liv'd under the Law, How much more must he be ours, who were born and bred under the Gospel? Shall men of our Dignity and Profession, of our Proficiency and Growth in the School of Christ, (an holy Generation, a Royal Priesthood, a Peculiar People, ) shall such as We go in Inquest of Life Eternal, to such deceivable Oracles, Now if christ was His Oracle who only lived under the Law, How much more must he be ours, who were born and bred under the Gospel? Shall men of our Dignity and Profession, of our Proficiency and Growth in the School of christ, (an holy Generation, a Royal Priesthood, a Peculiar People,) shall such as We go in Inquest of Life Eternal, to such deceivable Oracles, av cs np1 vbds po31 n1 r-crq av-j vvd p-acp dt n1, c-crq av-d av-dc vmb pns31 vbi png12, r-crq vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1? vmb n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1,) vmb d p-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 j, p-acp d j n2, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 243 Page 331
1574 as either Zuinglius, or Calvin, Piscator, or Erastus, or Iohn of Leyden? to the Sepulchres of Martyrs, to the Discipline of Monasteries, to daily Ave Maries and Masses, to Papal Indulgences or Bulls, or to the outward Scarrifications and Buffettings of the Flesh? shall we lean upon such Reeds as will but run through our Elbows? or shall we inlighten our selves by Candles, when behold the Sun of Righteousness is long since Risen in our Horizon? or to fly for Refuge to the Saints, when behold a Saviour? Christ is called very fitly the Sun of Righteousness, (Mal. 4. 2.) to whom the Apostles are but as Stars in the Firmament of the Gospel, which only shine forth with a borrowed light, as either Zwingli, or calvin, Piscator, or Erastus, or John of Leyden? to the Sepulchres of Martyrs, to the Discipline of Monasteries, to daily Have Mary's and Masses, to Papal Indulgences or Bulls, or to the outward Scarrifications and Buffetings of the Flesh? shall we lean upon such Reeds as will but run through our Elbows? or shall we inlighten our selves by Candles, when behold the Sun of Righteousness is long since Risen in our Horizon? or to fly for Refuge to the Saints, when behold a Saviour? christ is called very fitly the Sun of Righteousness, (Malachi 4. 2.) to whom the Apostles Are but as Stars in the Firmament of the Gospel, which only shine forth with a borrowed Light, c-acp d np1, cc np1, n1, cc np1, cc np1 pp-f np1? p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp j vhb npg1 cc n2, p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc p-acp dt j n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1? vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb p-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2? cc vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, c-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j c-acp vvn p-acp po12 n1? cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, c-crq vvb dt n1? np1 vbz vvn av av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) pc-acp ro-crq dt n2 vbr p-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av-j vvb av p-acp dt vvd j, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 243 Page 331
1575 and have no other brightness than what He lends them. and have no other brightness than what He lends them. cc vhb dx j-jn n1 cs q-crq pns31 vvz pno32. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 243 Page 331
1576 Now all the Stars in the Firmament cannot make up one Sun, or afford us one Day without his Presence. Just so All the learned and the good men on Earth, All the Angels & Saints in Heaven cannot make up one Saviour, (or but light us the way to Eternal Life ) without the Influence and Lustre of Jesus Christ. Now all the Stars in the Firmament cannot make up one Sun, or afford us one Day without his Presence. Just so All the learned and the good men on Earth, All the Angels & Saints in Heaven cannot make up one Saviour, (or but Light us the Way to Eternal Life) without the Influence and Lustre of jesus christ. av d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi a-acp crd n1, cc vvb pno12 crd n1 p-acp po31 n1. av av d dt j cc dt j n2 p-acp n1, d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 vmbx vvi a-acp crd n1, (cc p-acp n1 pno12 dt n1 p-acp j n1) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 243 Page 332
1577 Iairus, a Ruler of the Synagogue, a man that wanted no worldly means whereby to Cure his only Daughter, did yet despair of her Recovery, until he fell down at the Feet of Christ, (Luke 8. 41.) And so the Woman who had been sick of a bloody Flux no less than twelve years together, and had spent all she had in Physicians Fees, was not the better but the worse, until she crowded towards Christ, and touch't the Hemm of his Garment, (Luke 8. 43.) That we are every one sick of a bloody Flux too, appears by our scarlet and crimson Sins. Which Flux and Fountain of our Sins can never possibly be cur'd, unless by Him who is the Fountain for Sin and for Uncleanness, (Zach. 13. 1.) For as Red wine is good for a bloody Flux in the Body, so is That which gushed out of our Saviour's Body, who called himself The True Vine, the only Good thing for this Disease in the Soul. And of this Wine we drink in the Cup of Blessing which we Bless, in the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of Christ. Jairus, a Ruler of the Synagogue, a man that wanted no worldly means whereby to Cure his only Daughter, did yet despair of her Recovery, until he fell down At the Feet of christ, (Lycia 8. 41.) And so the Woman who had been sick of a bloody Flux no less than twelve Years together, and had spent all she had in Physicians Fees, was not the better but the Worse, until she crowded towards christ, and touched the Helm of his Garment, (Lycia 8. 43.) That we Are every one sick of a bloody Flux too, appears by our scarlet and crimson Sins. Which Flux and Fountain of our Sins can never possibly be cured, unless by Him who is the Fountain for since and for Uncleanness, (Zach 13. 1.) For as Read wine is good for a bloody Flux in the Body, so is That which gushed out of our Saviour's Body, who called himself The True Vine, the only Good thing for this Disease in the Soul. And of this Wine we drink in the Cup of Blessing which we Bless, in the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of christ. np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cst vvd dx j n2 c-crq pc-acp vvb po31 av-j n1, vdd av vvb pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (n1 crd crd) cc av dt n1 r-crq vhd vbn j pp-f dt j n1 av-dx dc cs crd n2 av, cc vhd vvn d pns31 vhd p-acp n2 n2, vbds xx dt j p-acp dt av-jc, c-acp pns31 vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd dt np1 pp-f po31 n1, (n1 crd crd) cst pns12 vbr d crd j pp-f dt j n1 av, vvz p-acp po12 j-jn cc j-jn n2. r-crq n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 vmb av-x av-j vbi vvn, cs p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, (np1 crd crd) p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, av vbz cst r-crq vvd av pp-f po12 ng1 n1, r-crq vvd px31 dt j n1, dt av-j j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 333
1578 To him alone must we fly as to the Physician of our Souls; who saith to us under the Gospel, as once to Israel under the Law, I am the Lord God that healeth thee, Exod. 15. 26. He alone (saith St. Peter ) is the Head-stone of the Corner, nor is there Salvation in any other, (Acts 4. 11, 12.) It pleased the Father, that in him should all Fulness dwell, (Coloss. 1. 19) And of his Fulness have all we received Grace for Grace, (John 1. 16.) All things necessary to life, and to life Eternal, are delivered to him of the Father, (Matth. 11. 27.) And this 'twill be easy out of Scripture, (for I am speaking to Believers, I should not else produce a Text,) to make apparent by an Induction. For first if we are hungry, He alone is the Bread of Life, which whoso eateth shall live for ever, (John 6. 58.) Next if we are thirsty, He alone is the living Water, which whoso drinketh shall never thirst, (John 4. 13.) Thirdly if we are foul, He alone has that Blood by which we may be cleansed from all our Sins, (1 John 1. 7.) Fourthly if we are foolish, He is the Wisdom of the Father, who hath laid up in Him all the Treasures of Knowledge, (Coloss. 2. 3.) He is Doctor Catholicus, and only He. For when he was transfigur'd upon Mount Tabor, a bright Cloud overshadow'd him, and behold a voice out of the Cloud, This is my beloved Son, Hunc Audite, Hear Him, (Matth. 17. 15.) It is the Top of that Wisdom which we are capable of on Earth, to sit with Mary at his Feet, and to hear his Word, (Luke 10. 39, 42.) Fifthly if we inquire for the only true way, which leadeth unto life, and to life Eternal, He alone is the Way, the Truth, To him alone must we fly as to the physician of our Souls; who Says to us under the Gospel, as once to Israel under the Law, I am the Lord God that heals thee, Exod 15. 26. He alone (Says Saint Peter) is the Headstone of the Corner, nor is there Salvation in any other, (Acts 4. 11, 12.) It pleased the Father, that in him should all Fullness dwell, (Coloss. 1. 19) And of his Fullness have all we received Grace for Grace, (John 1. 16.) All things necessary to life, and to life Eternal, Are Delivered to him of the Father, (Matthew 11. 27.) And this it'll be easy out of Scripture, (for I am speaking to Believers, I should not Else produce a Text,) to make apparent by an Induction. For First if we Are hungry, He alone is the Bred of Life, which whoso Eateth shall live for ever, (John 6. 58.) Next if we Are thirsty, He alone is the living Water, which whoso Drinketh shall never thirst, (John 4. 13.) Thirdly if we Are foul, He alone has that Blood by which we may be cleansed from all our Sins, (1 John 1. 7.) Fourthly if we Are foolish, He is the Wisdom of the Father, who hath laid up in Him all the Treasures of Knowledge, (Coloss. 2. 3.) He is Doctor Catholicus, and only He. For when he was transfigured upon Mount Tabor, a bright Cloud overshadowed him, and behold a voice out of the Cloud, This is my Beloved Son, Hunc Audite, Hear Him, (Matthew 17. 15.) It is the Top of that Wisdom which we Are capable of on Earth, to fit with Marry At his Feet, and to hear his Word, (Lycia 10. 39, 42.) Fifthly if we inquire for the only true Way, which leads unto life, and to life Eternal, He alone is the Way, the Truth, p-acp pno31 av-j vmb pns12 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, c-acp a-acp pc-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm dt n1 np1 cst vvz pno21, np1 crd crd pns31 av-j (vvz n1 np1) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn, (n2 crd crd, crd) pn31 vvd dt n1, cst p-acp pno31 vmd av-d n1 vvi, (np1 crd crd) cc pp-f po31 n1 vhb d po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, (np1 crd crd) d n2 j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 j, vbr vvn p-acp pno31 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd crd) cc d pn31|vmb vbi j av pp-f n1, (c-acp pns11 vbm vvg p-acp n2, pns11 vmd xx av vvi dt n1,) pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1. p-acp ord cs pns12 vbr j, pns31 av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq r-crq vvz vmb vvi p-acp av, (np1 crd crd) ord cs pns12 vbr j, pns31 av-j vbz dt j-vvg n1, r-crq r-crq vvz vmb av-x vvi, (np1 crd crd) ord cs pns12 vbr j, pns31 av-j vhz cst n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d po12 n2, (vvd np1 crd crd) ord cs pns12 vbr j, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 d dt n2 pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) pns31 vbz n1 np1, cc av-j pns31 c-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 n1, dt j n1 vvn pno31, cc vvb dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1, fw-la fw-la, vvb pno31, (np1 crd crd) pn31 vbz dt vvb pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vbr j pp-f p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp uh p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp vvb po31 n1, (n1 crd crd, crd) ord cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 j, pns31 av-j vbz dt n1, dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 334
1579 and the Life, (John 14. 6.) Are we affrighted at the Law? He alone hath redeemed us from the Curse of the Law, being made a Curse for us, (Gal. 3. 13.) In a word: and the Life, (John 14. 6.) are we affrighted At the Law? He alone hath redeemed us from the Curse of the Law, being made a Curse for us, (Gal. 3. 13.) In a word: cc dt n1, (np1 crd crd) vbr pns12 vvn p-acp dt n1? pns31 av-j vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, (np1 crd crd) p-acp dt n1: (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 334
1580 He is the true Noah's Ark, whereby to escape the Inundations of Sin and Hell. He hath broken the Ice, He is the true Noah's Ark, whereby to escape the Inundations of since and Hell. He hath broken the Ice, pns31 vbz dt j npg1 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 334
1581 and made way for us, that we may enter into the Gate, (Micah 2. 13.) He is our Ionathan after the Spirit, who first hath scaled in his Person the heavenly Mountain, that we the Bearers of his Armour may follow after, (1 Sam. 14. 1.) The Ministration of his Word is the Spiritual Chariot, by which he carries us with himself into the outward Court of the Temple, and thence at last within the Veil into the Sanctum Sanctorum. He alone is the Gate both of Grace and Salvation; None can go unto the Father, and made Way for us, that we may enter into the Gate, (micah 2. 13.) He is our Ionathan After the Spirit, who First hath scaled in his Person the heavenly Mountain, that we the Bearer of his Armour may follow After, (1 Sam. 14. 1.) The Ministration of his Word is the Spiritual Chariot, by which he carries us with himself into the outward Court of the Temple, and thence At last within the Veil into the Sanctum Sanctorum. He alone is the Gate both of Grace and Salvation; None can go unto the Father, cc vvn n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd crd) pns31 vbz po12 np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq ord vhz vvd p-acp po31 n1 dt j n1, d pns12 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi a-acp, (vvn np1 crd crd) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j vvb pp-f dt n1, cc av p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt fw-la fw-la. pns31 av-j vbz dt n1 d pp-f vvb cc n1; pix vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1582 unless by Him, (John 14. 6.) He alone is the Iacob's Ladder, whose Top reacheth into the Heavens; unless by Him, (John 14. 6.) He alone is the Jacob's Ladder, whose Top reaches into the Heavens; cs p-acp pno31, (np1 crd crd) pns31 av-j vbz dt npg1 n1, rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n2; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1583 that is to say the True NONLATINALPHABET, by which as by a Bridge, or Isthmus, Heaven and Earth are tyed together; that is to say the True, by which as by a Bridge, or Isthmus, Heaven and Earth Are tied together; cst vbz pc-acp vvi dt j, p-acp r-crq c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc np1, n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1584 Angels and Men pass to and fro; Angels to Men, and Men to Angels. By Him hath the Father reconciled all things unto Himself, (Coloss. 1. 20.) He it is that invites us, Angels and Men pass to and from; Angels to Men, and Men to Angels. By Him hath the Father reconciled all things unto Himself, (Coloss. 1. 20.) He it is that invites us, n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp cc av; n2 p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp n2. p-acp pno31 vhz dt n1 vvn d n2 p-acp px31, (np1 crd crd) pns31 pn31 vbz cst vvz pno12, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1585 when we are weary and heavy laden, to come unto him for a Refreshment, (Matth. 11 28.) From Him the Spirit and the Bride say, Come: when we Are weary and heavy laden, to come unto him for a Refreshment, (Matthew 11 28.) From Him the Spirit and the Bride say, Come: c-crq pns12 vbr j cc j vvn, p-acp vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd crd) p-acp pno31 dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb, vvb: (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1586 And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst, Come. And let him that hears say, Come. And let him that is athirst, Come. cc vvb pno31 cst vvz vvb, vvb. cc vvb pno31 cst vbz j, vvb. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1587 And whosoever will, let him come and take freely of the water of life, (Rev. 22. 17.) And whosoever will, let him come and take freely of the water of life, (Rev. 22. 17.) cc r-crq vmb, vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (n1 crd crd) (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 244 Page 335
1588 All which being consider'd, we thus may Argue within our selves. All which being considered, we thus may Argue within our selves. d r-crq vbg vvn, pns12 av vmb vvb p-acp po12 n2. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 245 Page 335
1589 If the great Queen of Shebah did choose to take so long a Iourney as from Shebah to Ierusalem, and all to hear a wise man speak, (Matth. 12. 42.) Or if Socrates, though an Heathen, was such a Lover of Wisdom, as to travel for his Improvement through several Countries, and put himself to learn of every great Master that he could hear of; If the great Queen of Shebah did choose to take so long a Journey as from Shebah to Ierusalem, and all to hear a wise man speak, (Matthew 12. 42.) Or if Socrates, though an Heathen, was such a Lover of Wisdom, as to travel for his Improvement through several Countries, and put himself to Learn of every great Master that he could hear of; cs dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi av av-j dt n1 a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvi, (np1 crd crd) cc cs np1, cs dt j-jn, vbds d dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n2, cc vvi px31 pc-acp vvi pp-f d j n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pp-f; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 245 Page 336
1590 with how much a greater force of reason should we travel far and near to find out the Wisdom of the Father? to learn of that Good, as well as Great Master, who alone hath the words of Eternal Life? with how much a greater force of reason should we travel Far and near to find out the Wisdom of the Father? to Learn of that Good, as well as Great Master, who alone hath the words of Eternal Life? p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vmd pns12 vvb av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1? pc-acp vvi pp-f d j, c-acp av c-acp j n1, r-crq av-j vhz dt n2 pp-f j n1? (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 245 Page 336
1591 But some perhaps may here object, That the Man in the Text met with Christ in the way, whilst here on Earth. How shall we find him out since his Ascension into Heaven? The Psalmist tells us He is in Heaven, and in Hell too. But Some perhaps may Here Object, That the Man in the Text met with christ in the Way, while Here on Earth. How shall we find him out since his Ascension into Heaven? The Psalmist tells us He is in Heaven, and in Hell too. p-acp d av vmb av vvi, cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cs av p-acp n1. q-crq vmb pns12 vvb pno31 av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1? dt n1 vvz pno12 pns31 vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 246 Page 336
1592 If we go up into Heaven, he is there; And if we go down into Hell, he is there also. If we go up into Heaven, he is there; And if we go down into Hell, he is there also. cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pns31 vbz a-acp; cc cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pns31 vbz a-acp av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 246 Page 336
1593 But to Heaven we cannot, and to Hell we dare not go. To which the Answer is very obvious. But to Heaven we cannot, and to Hell we Dare not go. To which the Answer is very obvious. cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmbx, cc p-acp n1 pns12 vvb xx vvi. p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz av j. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 246 Page 336
1594 That if Christ is in Hell, because he is every where, by the necessity of his Godhead; he is by consequence here on Earth too, That if christ is in Hell, Because he is every where, by the necessity of his Godhead; he is by consequence Here on Earth too, cst cs np1 vbz p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vbz d c-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vbz p-acp n1 av p-acp n1 av, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 247 Page 336
1595 for the very same reason. And that we may not say with Seneca, [ Qui ubique, nusquam, ] that he who is every where is no where, for that he is every where invisible, and so as difficultly found as if he were not; The Righteousness which is of Faith speaketh on this wise, Say not in thine heart, who shall ascend into Heaven? ( that is to bring Christ down from above ) Or who shall descend into the Deep? ( that is to bring up Christ again from the Dead, ) For Christ in his word, is very nigh thee, for the very same reason. And that we may not say with Senecca, [ Qui ubique, nusquam, ] that he who is every where is not where, for that he is every where invisible, and so as difficultly found as if he were not; The Righteousness which is of Faith speaks on this wise, Say not in thine heart, who shall ascend into Heaven? (that is to bring christ down from above) Or who shall descend into the Deep? (that is to bring up christ again from the Dead,) For christ in his word, is very High thee, p-acp dt j d n1. cc cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, [ fw-la fw-la, fw-la, ] cst pns31 r-crq vbz d c-crq vbz xx c-crq, p-acp cst pns31 vbz d c-crq j, cc av c-acp av-j vvd c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx; dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f n1 vvz p-acp d n1, vvb xx p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1? (cst vbz pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp p-acp) cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn? (cst vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 av p-acp dt j,) p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz av av-j pno21, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 247 Page 337
1596 even in thy Mouth, and in thine Heart, that is, the word of Faith which we preach. even in thy Mouth, and in thine Heart, that is, the word of Faith which we preach. av p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp po21 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 247 Page 337
1597 We need not go to Compostella, or travel in Pilgrimage to other places, where they pretend at least to shew us his Seamless Coat, and his Cross, and his Crown of Thorns. We need go no farther than to his Word, and his Sacraments, his Ministers, and his Members. We need not go to Compostela, or travel in Pilgrimage to other places, where they pretend At least to show us his Seamless Coat, and his Cross, and his Crown of Thorns. We need go no farther than to his Word, and his Sacraments, his Ministers, and his Members. pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pno12 po31 j n1, cc po31 vvi, cc po31 vvi pp-f n2. pns12 vvb vvi av-dx av-jc cs p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n2, po31 n2, cc po31 n2. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 247 Page 337
1598 And having thus found him out, we must not content our selves, with Herod, to gaze upon him in Curiosity; but, with Zachaeus, out of Devotion. Nor must we grow old in our setting out, but rather hasten to him betimes, and as fast as we can run too, And having thus found him out, we must not content our selves, with Herod, to gaze upon him in Curiosity; but, with Zacchaeus, out of Devotion. Nor must we grow old in our setting out, but rather hasten to him betimes, and as fast as we can run too, cc vhg av vvd pno31 av, pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2, p-acp np1, p-acp vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; p-acp, p-acp np1, av pp-f n1. ccx vmb pns12 vvb j p-acp po12 vvg av, p-acp av-c vvb p-acp pno31 av, cc c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb vvi av, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 337
1599 And as humbly as it is possible we must go kneeling to him, and ask him, Good Master, what shall we do? or with the Disciples upon the Sea, Master, Master, we perish. And as humbly as it is possible we must go kneeling to him, and ask him, Good Master, what shall we do? or with the Disciples upon the Sea, Master, Master, we perish. cc c-acp av-j p-acp pn31 vbz j pns12 vmb vvi vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31, j n1, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi? cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, pns12 vvb. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 337
1600 That is, we perish of our selves, without thy stretched out Hand to support and save us. That is, we perish of our selves, without thy stretched out Hand to support and save us. cst vbz, pns12 vvb pp-f po12 n2, p-acp po21 vvn av n1 p-acp vvb cc p-acp pno12. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 337
1601 And therefore lift we up our voices, with those Ten Lepers in the way, Iesus Master, have Mercy on us. And Therefore lift we up our voices, with those Ten Lepers in the Way, Iesus Master, have Mercy on us. cc av vvb pns12 a-acp po12 n2, p-acp d crd n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 n1, vhb n1 p-acp pno12. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 338
1602 For indeed he will never have Mercy on us, unless we have mercy upon our selves, that is to say, For indeed he will never have Mercy on us, unless we have mercy upon our selves, that is to say, p-acp av pns31 vmb av-x vhb n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 338
1603 unless we take him upon his own most righteous Terms; unless we take him upon his own most righteous Terms; cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 d av-ds j n2; (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 338
1604 not only as a Iesus who came to save us, but withal as a Master, who does expect to be served by us. not only as a Iesus who Come to save us, but withal as a Master, who does expect to be served by us. xx av-j c-acp dt np1 r-crq vvd p-acp p-acp pno12, cc-acp av c-acp dt n1, r-crq vdz vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 338
1605 And this does lead me to consider the Compellation of our Inquirer, concerning which I shall discourse upon the next Opportunity. And this does led me to Consider the Compellation of our Inquirer, Concerning which I shall discourse upon the next Opportunity. cc d vdz vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, vvg r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 248 Page 338
1606 Now to the King Eternal, Immortal, Invisible, the only wise God, be Honour and Glory for ever and ever. Now to the King Eternal, Immortal, Invisible, the only wise God, be Honour and Glory for ever and ever. av p-acp dt n1 j, j, j, dt j j np1, vbb n1 cc n1 c-acp av cc av. (12) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 249 Page 338
1607 THE Goodness of Christ AS A LEGISLATOR. THE goodness of christ AS A LEGISLATOR. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 249 Page 339
1608 MARK X. 17. NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Aeternal Life? MARK X. 17., etc. Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? np1 fw-la crd, av j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 249 Page 339
1609 § 1. HAving done with the Person who here inquires, and with the excellent Nature of his Inquiry, § 1. HAving done with the Person who Here inquires, and with the excellent Nature of his Inquiry, § crd vhg vdn p-acp dt n1 r-crq av vvz, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 250 Page 339
1610 and with the only true Oracle inquired of; and with the only true Oracle inquired of; cc p-acp dt j j n1 vvn pp-f; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 250 Page 339
1611 It now remains that I proceed to the significant Compellation, wherewith the Person who here inquires, praepares the way to his Inquiry. It now remains that I proceed to the significant Compellation, wherewith the Person who Here inquires, praepares the Way to his Inquiry. pn31 av vvz cst pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 r-crq av vvz, vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 250 Page 339
1612 The Compellation (as hath been said) does consist of two Parts; first the Subject, NONLATINALPHABET, Master; next the Adjunct or Qualification, NONLATINALPHABET, Good. The Compellation (as hath been said) does consist of two Parts; First the Subject,, Master; next the Adjunct or Qualification,, Good. dt n1 (c-acp vhz vbn vvn) vdz vvi pp-f crd n2; ord dt j-jn,, n1; ord dt n1 cc n1,, j. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 250 Page 339
1613 § 2. From the first being compared with the matter of the Question, (that is to say, with the NONLATINALPHABET) 'tis very obvious to draw forth this Doctrinal Proposition. That the Son of God Incarnate, who at present is our Advocate, and will hereafter be our Iudge, and who purposely came to save us from the Tyranny of our Sins, is not only a Saviour to offer Promises to our Faith, but also a Master to exact Obedience to his Commands. We must not only believe him, which is but to have him in our Brains; nor must we only confess him, which is but to have him in our Mouths; no nor must we only love him, which (were it possible to be done) were only to have him in our hearts; But farther yet we must Obey him and do him Service, which is to have him in our Hands and our Actions too. § 2. From the First being compared with the matter of the Question, (that is to say, with the) it's very obvious to draw forth this Doctrinal Proposition. That the Son of God Incarnate, who At present is our Advocate, and will hereafter be our Judge, and who purposely Come to save us from the Tyranny of our Sins, is not only a Saviour to offer Promises to our Faith, but also a Master to exact obedience to his Commands. We must not only believe him, which is but to have him in our Brains; nor must we only confess him, which is but to have him in our Mouths; not nor must we only love him, which (were it possible to be done) were only to have him in our hearts; But farther yet we must Obey him and do him Service, which is to have him in our Hands and our Actions too. § crd p-acp dt ord vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt) pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi av d j n1. cst dt n1 pp-f np1 j, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz po12 n1, cc vmb av vbi po12 vvi, cc r-crq av vvd p-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz xx av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvz p-acp po12 n1, p-acp av dt n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 vvz. pns12 vmb xx av-j vvb pno31, r-crq vbz cc-acp pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2; ccx vmb pns12 av-j vvb pno31, r-crq vbz cc-acp pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2; xx ccx vmb pns12 av-j n1 pno31, r-crq (vbdr pn31 j pc-acp vbi vdn) vbdr av-j pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2; p-acp jc av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 cc vdb pno31 n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2 av. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 251 Page 340
1614 NONLATINALPHABET; Master, what shall I do? ; Master, what shall I do? ; n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vdb? (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 251 Page 340
1615 § 3. A Proposition of such Importance to all that are Candidates for Heaven, and solicitous for the way which will lead us thither; that truly a Sermon on such a Subject should be as long as a man's life. We cannot touch on that string either too often, or too much, by which we are taught to bear a part in the Quire of Heaven. And therefore if at present I only touch upon it in short, I would be known so to do for these two Reasons. § 3. A Proposition of such Importance to all that Are Candidates for Heaven, and solicitous for the Way which will led us thither; that truly a Sermon on such a Subject should be as long as a Man's life. We cannot touch on that string either too often, or too much, by which we Are taught to bear a part in the Choir of Heaven. And Therefore if At present I only touch upon it in short, I would be known so to do for these two Reasons. § crd dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d cst vbr n2 p-acp n1, cc j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 av; cst av-j dt n1 p-acp d dt j-jn vmd vbi c-acp j p-acp dt ng1 n1. pns12 vmbx vvb p-acp d n1 av-d av av, cc av av-d, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av cs p-acp j pns11 av-j vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp j, pns11 vmd vbi vvn av pc-acp vdi p-acp d crd n2. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 252 Page 341
1616 First because I must consider it in the second Doctrinal Proposition, (it being impossible to consider that Christ is a Good Master, First Because I must Consider it in the second Doctrinal Proposition, (it being impossible to Consider that christ is a Good Master, ord c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord j n1, (pn31 vbg j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz dt j n1, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 252 Page 341
1617 and not to consider at the same time that he is a Master; ) Next because I shall resume it upon a sitter passage of Scripture, which I shall handle either in this, or in a Neighbouring Congregation. and not to Consider At the same time that he is a Master;) Next Because I shall resume it upon a sitter passage of Scripture, which I shall handle either in this, or in a Neighbouring Congregation. cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1;) ord c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av-d p-acp d, cc p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 252 Page 341
1618 § 4. It shall therefore suffice me to say at present, That almost All the Appellatives which are any where given to Christ in Scripture, do either express or imply his Empire. He is A Prince in the Prophet Esa, and has a Government on his shoulders; § 4. It shall Therefore suffice me to say At present, That almost All the Appellatives which Are any where given to christ in Scripture, do either express or imply his Empire. He is A Prince in the Prophet Isaiah, and has a Government on his shoulders; § crd pn31 vmb av vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp j, cst av d dt n2 r-crq vbr d q-crq vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vdb av-d vvi cc vvi po31 n1. pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cc vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 253 Page 341
1619 A Ruler in Micah; A Sun of Righteousness in Malachi. In as much as we are Soldiers, he is the Captain of our Salvation; A Ruler in micah; A Sun of Righteousness in Malachi. In as much as we Are Soldiers, he is the Captain of our Salvation; dt n1 p-acp np1; dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr n2, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 253 Page 341
1620 As the Sheep of his Pasture, he is our Shepherd; As fellow Members of a Body, he is our Head. He is a King and a Lord in the Revelations. Nor is he only as other Kings, The Lord's Anointed, or The Lord's Christ; But by way of Supereminence, Christ the Lord. The Lord of Life he is in one place; As the Sheep of his Pasture, he is our Shepherd; As fellow Members of a Body, he is our Head. He is a King and a Lord in the Revelations. Nor is he only as other Kings, The Lord's Anointed, or The Lord's christ; But by Way of Supereminence, christ the Lord. The Lord of Life he is in one place; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz po12 n1; p-acp n1 n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz po12 n1 pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2. ccx vbz pns31 j c-acp j-jn n2, dt n1|vbz j-vvn, cc dt n2 np1; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, np1 dt n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vbz p-acp crd n1; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 253 Page 342
1621 and The Lord of Glory in another. Every Tongue must confess that Iesus Christ is THE Lord, (Phil. 2. 11.) and The Lord of Glory in Another. Every Tongue must confess that Iesus christ is THE Lord, (Philip 2. 11.) cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn. d n1 vmb vvi cst np1 np1 vbz dt n1, (np1 crd crd) (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 253 Page 342
1622 § 5. Farther yet, he is a Lawgiver, as well as a Lord. For so we read in two Prophets, (who plainly speak it of our Messias,) Out of Zion shall go forth a Law, (Isa. 2. 3. Mic. 4. 2.) and our Apostle tells us expresly, That however we are free from the Law of Moses, yet still we are under the Law to Christ, (1 Cor. 9. 21.) To understand which the better, we must know the Moral Law imports a threefold Obligation. One, § 5. Farther yet, he is a Lawgiver, as well as a Lord. For so we read in two prophets, (who plainly speak it of our Messias,) Out of Zion shall go forth a Law, (Isaiah 2. 3. Mic. 4. 2.) and our Apostle tells us expressly, That however we Are free from the Law of Moses, yet still we Are under the Law to christ, (1 Cor. 9. 21.) To understand which the better, we must know the Moral Law imports a threefold Obligation. One, § crd np1 av, pns31 vbz dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1. c-acp av pns12 vvb p-acp crd n2, (r-crq av-j vvb pn31 pp-f po12 np1,) av pp-f np1 vmb vvi av dt n1, (np1 crd crd np1 crd crd) cc po12 n1 vvz pno12 av-j, cst c-acp pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av j pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, (vvd np1 crd crd) p-acp vvi r-crq dt jc, pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 vvz dt j n1. crd, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 254 Page 342
1623 as being the Law of Nature; And so 'tis obliging to all Mankind. Another, as being the Law of Moses; And so 'tis obliging in special manner unto the Iews. A third, as being the Law of Christ; And so 'tis obliging unto as many, as being the Law of Nature; And so it's obliging to all Mankind. another, as being the Law of Moses; And so it's obliging in special manner unto the Iews. A third, as being the Law of christ; And so it's obliging unto as many, c-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f n1; cc av pn31|vbz vvg p-acp d n1. j-jn, p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av pn31|vbz vvg p-acp j n1 p-acp dt np2. dt ord, p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av pn31|vbz vvg p-acp p-acp d, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 254 Page 342
1624 as do call upon the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ. as do call upon the Name of our Lord jesus christ. c-acp vdb vvi p-acp dt vvb pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 254 Page 342
1625 Who did not come to make the Law of none effect through Faith, (As many thought in St. Paul 's Days, Who did not come to make the Law of none Effect through Faith, (As many Thought in Saint Paul is Days, q-crq vdd xx vvi p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f pi n1 p-acp n1, (c-acp d n1 p-acp n1 np1 vbz n2, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 254 Page 342
1626 and more in Ours,) but by Faith to establish the Law, Rom. 3. 31. That 'tis indeed the Law of Christ, and the Law to be fulfill'd, is very evident from the words of St. Paul to the Galatians, Bear ye one anothers Burdens, and more in Ours,) but by Faith to establish the Law, Rom. 3. 31. That it's indeed the Law of christ, and the Law to be fulfilled, is very evident from the words of Saint Paul to the Galatians, Bear you one another's Burdens, cc av-dc p-acp png12,) cc-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd cst pn31|vbz av dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp dt np1, vvb pn22 crd j-jn n2, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 254 Page 343
1627 and so fulfil the Law of Christ, (Gal. 6. 2.) and so fulfil the Law of christ, (Gal. 6. 2.) cc av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd crd) (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 254 Page 343
1628 § 6. Thus we see by NONLATINALPHABET, which here relates to the NONLATINALPHABET, is meant a Master to Command, as well as Teach. For Moses himself was somewhat more than a Teaching Master, who yet did humbly submit and do obeysance unto Christ; As when a King enters a City, The Maior of the Town yields up his Mace. Moses verily was faithful in all his house as a Servant; § 6. Thus we see by, which Here relates to the, is meant a Master to Command, as well as Teach. For Moses himself was somewhat more than a Teaching Master, who yet did humbly submit and do obeisance unto christ; As when a King enters a city, The Mayor of the Town yields up his Mace. Moses verily was faithful in all his house as a Servant; § crd av pns12 vvb p-acp, r-crq av vvz p-acp dt, vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp vvb, c-acp av c-acp vvb. p-acp np1 px31 vbds av av-dc cs dt vvg n1, r-crq av vdd av-j vvb cc vdb n1 p-acp np1; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz a-acp po31 n1. np1 av-j vbds j p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 343
1629 But Christ as a Son, and as a Son over his own house, whose house are we, (Heb. 3. 5, 6.) When I say that Master Moses did submittere Fasces, as it were yield up his Mace to Christ, I speak as prompted by Himself in the Eighteenth of Deuteronomy, at the Fifteenth Verse; where saith Moses to the People, (by a Divine and Prophetick Spirit,) The Lord thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee of thy Brethren like unto Me, unto Him shalt thou hearken; But christ as a Son, and as a Son over his own house, whose house Are we, (Hebrew 3. 5, 6.) When I say that Master Moses did submittere Fasces, as it were yield up his Mace to christ, I speak as prompted by Himself in the Eighteenth of Deuteronomy, At the Fifteenth Verse; where Says Moses to the People, (by a Divine and Prophetic Spirit,) The Lord thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee of thy Brothers like unto Me, unto Him shalt thou harken; cc-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, rg-crq n1 vbr pns12, (np1 crd crd, crd) c-crq pns11 vvb cst n1 np1 vdd n1 fw-la, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vvb c-acp vvn p-acp px31 p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord n1; c-crq vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, (p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1,) dt n1 po21 n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno21 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21 pp-f po21 n2 av-j p-acp pno11, p-acp pno31 vm2 pns21 vvi; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 343
1630 that is, to Him shalt thou be obedient. A Text so plainly understood touching the Mastership of Christ, that is, to Him shalt thou be obedient. A Text so plainly understood touching the Mastership of christ, cst vbz, pc-acp pno31 vm2 pns21 vbi j. dt n1 av av-j vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 344
1631 or of his being a Legislator, that 'tis cited by St. Peter in the Third Chapter of the Acts; and by St. Stephen, Acts the Seventh; or of his being a Legislator, that it's cited by Saint Peter in the Third Chapter of the Acts; and by Saint Stephen, Acts the Seventh; cc pp-f po31 vbg dt n1, cst pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2; cc p-acp n1 np1, n2 dt ord; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 344
1632 and by both to the purpose at which I drive. and by both to the purpose At which I drive. cc p-acp d p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 344
1633 To which agreeth this Observation, That as at the close of our Saviour's Sermon which he deliver'd upon the Mount, he is said to have taught the astonish't People, as one having authority, and not as the Scribes, (Matth. 7. ult.) so in the close of that Commission with which he shut up all his Sermons, and sent his Preachers into the world, he gave them charge to preach his Gospel, as that in which was contained his Royal Law. [ All Power is given unto me in Heaven and in Earth, go ye therefore, To which agreeth this Observation, That as At the close of our Saviour's Sermon which he Delivered upon the Mount, he is said to have taught the astonished People, as one having Authority, and not as the Scribes, (Matthew 7. ult.) so in the close of that Commission with which he shut up all his Sermons, and sent his Preachers into the world, he gave them charge to preach his Gospel, as that in which was contained his Royal Law. [ All Power is given unto me in Heaven and in Earth, go you Therefore, p-acp r-crq vvz d n1, cst c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po12 ng1 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt vvb, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn dt vvn n1, p-acp crd vhg n1, cc xx p-acp dt n2, (np1 crd n1.) av p-acp dt j pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp d po31 n2, cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp cst p-acp r-crq vbds vvn po31 j n1. [ d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, vvb pn22 av, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 344
1634 and teach all Nations to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you, (Matth. ult. and teach all nations to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you, (Matthew ult. cc vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pn22, (np1 n1. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 344
1635 ult.) In a due discharge of which Commission, we find St. Paul, (Rom. 13.) and St. Iames, (Chap. 2.) and St. Peter and St. Iohn, in several parts of their Epistles, requiring absolute obedience to the Commandments of Christ, that is to Christ, as a Legislator. The words of St. Paul are most remarkable, (1 Cor. 7. 19.) Circumcision is nothing, and Uncircumcision is nothing, ult.) In a due discharge of which Commission, we find Saint Paul, (Rom. 13.) and Saint James, (Chap. 2.) and Saint Peter and Saint John, in several parts of their Epistles, requiring absolute Obedience to the commandments of christ, that is to christ, as a Legislator. The words of Saint Paul Are most remarkable, (1 Cor. 7. 19.) Circumcision is nothing, and Uncircumcision is nothing, n1.) p-acp dt j-jn vvb pp-f r-crq n1, pns12 vvb n1 np1, (np1 crd) cc n1 np1, (np1 crd) cc n1 np1 cc n1 np1, p-acp j n2 pp-f po32 n2, vvg j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vbz p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1. dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 vbr av-ds j, (vvn np1 crd crd) n1 vbz pix, cc n1 vbz pix, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 344
1636 but the keeping of the Commandments. As if the Apostle should have said, Let us not please our selves too much with our being of This or That Religion, embracing such or such a Sect. For no man living shall be sav'd for being of this or that Profession, a Iew, or a Gentile, an Unbeliever, or a Believer, (a Papist or a Protestant, a Presbyterian, or a Prelatist. ) But men are better, or worse, and in a more savable or unsavable Condition, but the keeping of the commandments. As if the Apostle should have said, Let us not please our selves too much with our being of This or That Religion, embracing such or such a Sect. For no man living shall be saved for being of this or that Profession, a Iew, or a Gentile, an Unbeliever, or a Believer, (a Papist or a Protestant, a Presbyterian, or a Prelatist.) But men Are better, or Worse, and in a more savable or unsavable Condition, cc-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2. c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vhi vvn, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 av av-d p-acp po12 n1 pp-f d cc cst n1, vvg d cc d dt np1 p-acp dx n1 j-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp vbg pp-f d cc d n1, dt np1, cc dt j, dt n1, cc dt n1, (dt njp cc dt n1, dt j, cc dt n1.) p-acp n2 vbr jc, cc av-jc, cc p-acp dt dc j cc j n1, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 345
1637 as they are more or less obedient to the Commandments of Christ. This I take to be the meaning of that Expression in St. Paul, which is so far only difficult as it is spoken by an Ellipsis: Circumcision is nothing, as they Are more or less obedient to the commandments of christ. This I take to be the meaning of that Expression in Saint Paul, which is so Far only difficult as it is spoken by an Ellipsis: Circumcision is nothing, c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc cc av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vbz av av-j j j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: n1 vbz pix, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 345
1638 and Uncircumcision is nothing, but the keeping of the Commandments is all in all. and Uncircumcision is nothing, but the keeping of the commandments is all in all. cc n1 vbz pix, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 vbz d p-acp d. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 345
1639 That is it must do us good in the Day of Wrath, because 'tis That that Christ requires, as the Condition of the Covenant 'twixt Him and Us. And without which it is impossible that we receive him as a Lord. But there is nothing more pertinent to prove the Mastership of Christ, (as here we have it in the Text,) than his own resolution of the young mans question, That is it must do us good in the Day of Wrath, Because it's That that christ requires, as the Condition of the Covenant betwixt Him and Us. And without which it is impossible that we receive him as a Lord. But there is nothing more pertinent to prove the Mastership of christ, (as Here we have it in the Text,) than his own resolution of the young men question, cst vbz pn31 vmb vdi pno12 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31|vbz cst cst np1 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc np1 cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1. p-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp av pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1,) cs po31 d n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 345
1640 as we find it set down in St. Matthew 's Gospel; where no sooner was it ask't by our Inquirer, [ Good Master what good thing shall I do that I may inherit Eternal Life; as we find it Set down in Saint Matthew is Gospel; where no sooner was it asked by our Inquirer, [ Good Master what good thing shall I do that I may inherit Eternal Life; c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vvi a-acp p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1; c-crq av-dx av-c vbds pn31 vvd p-acp po12 np1, [ j n1 r-crq j n1 vmb pns11 vdi cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 346
1641 ] but straight the Master return'd this answer, If thou wilt enter into life, keep the Commandments, (Matth. 19. 17.) And being presently ask't which, our Saviour passed by the first, and only instanced in those of the second Table. ] but straight the Master returned this answer, If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments, (Matthew 19. 17.) And being presently asked which, our Saviour passed by the First, and only instanced in those of the second Table. ] cc-acp av-j dt n1 vvd d n1, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1, vvb dt n2, (np1 crd crd) np1 vbg av-j vvn r-crq, po12 n1 vvn p-acp dt ord, cc av-j vvn p-acp d pp-f dt ord n1. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 346
1642 To shew, that Faith will not avail us without Obedience; Nor Obedience to the first Table without Obedience unto the second. Whereby 'tis intimated unto us, That They are desperately Erroneous who think they are lovers of their God, whilst they are haters of their Neighbour; And that because they do not worship more Gods than One, have no Images in Churches, are no Swearers, or Sabbath-Breakers, they have therefore discharged their Duty towards God, notwithstanding their dishonouring of Publick Parents, their Killing, their Cousening, and their bearing False-witness. Such as these must be taught by the Answer of this Master to this Inquiry, that their chiefest Duty towards God is their Duty towards their Neighbour; and that their Godliness is but Guile, whilst they acknowledge the true God, and yet disown his Vicegerent; Abhor Idols, and yet commit Sacrilege; Scruple at vain or common Swearing, but yet dissemble, and lye, and enter into Solemn Covenants against their many most sacred and praevious Oaths; whilst they are strict Sabbatizers, but disorderly walkers six days in the week; To show, that Faith will not avail us without obedience; Nor obedience to the First Table without obedience unto the second. Whereby it's intimated unto us, That They Are desperately Erroneous who think they Are lovers of their God, while they Are haters of their Neighbour; And that Because they do not worship more God's than One, have no Images in Churches, Are no Swearers, or Sabbath breakers, they have Therefore discharged their Duty towards God, notwithstanding their Dishonoring of Public Parents, their Killing, their Cosening, and their bearing False witness. Such as these must be taught by the Answer of this Master to this Inquiry, that their chiefest Duty towards God is their Duty towards their Neighbour; and that their Godliness is but Guile, while they acknowledge the true God, and yet disown his Vicegerent; Abhor Idols, and yet commit Sacrilege; Scruple At vain or Common Swearing, but yet dissemble, and lie, and enter into Solemn Covenants against their many most sacred and previous Oaths; while they Are strict Sabbatizers, but disorderly walker's six days in the Week; p-acp n1, cst n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp n1; ccx n1 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord. c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cst pns32 vbr av-j j r-crq vvb pns32 vbr n2 pp-f po32 np1, cs pns32 vbr n2 pp-f po32 n1; cc d c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi av-dc n2 cs pi, vhb dx n2 p-acp n2, vbr av-dx n2, cc n2, pns32 vhb av vvn po32 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po32 vvg pp-f j n2, po32 vvg, po32 vvg, cc po32 vvg n1. d p-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f d vvb p-acp d n1, cst po32 js-jn n1 p-acp np1 vbz po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; cc d po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvb dt j np1, cc av n1 po31 n1; vvb n2, cc av vvb n1; n1 p-acp j cc j vvg, p-acp av vvb, cc vvb, cc vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 d ds j cc j n2; cs pns32 vbr j n2, p-acp j ng1 crd n2 p-acp dt n1; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 347
1643 ever putting on the Form, but ever denying the Power of Godliness. The Good Master in the Text will not thus be serv'd by us; ever putting on the From, but ever denying the Power of Godliness. The Good Master in the Text will not thus be served by us; av vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp av vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx av vbb vvn p-acp pno12; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 347
1644 for he expects good Servants too. for he expects good Servants too. p-acp pns31 vvz j n2 av. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 347
1645 And to our being good Servants, there is nothing more needful, than that we be honest and upright men. In this especially (saith our Saviour) consists the way to Eternal Life. So that the Liberty and Freedom so much spoken of in the Gospel is a Manumission from Satan, and not from Christ; who did not live our Example, that we might not imitate him; And to our being good Servants, there is nothing more needful, than that we be honest and upright men. In this especially (Says our Saviour) consists the Way to Eternal Life. So that the Liberty and Freedom so much spoken of in the Gospel is a Manumission from Satan, and not from christ; who did not live our Exampl, that we might not imitate him; cc p-acp po12 vbg j n2, a-acp vbz pix av-dc j, cs cst pns12 vbb j cc av-j n2. p-acp d av-j (vvz po12 n1) vvz dt n1 p-acp j n1. av cst dt n1 cc n1 av av-d vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc xx p-acp np1; r-crq vdd xx vvi po12 n1, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi pno31; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 347
1646 or praescribe us Praecepts, that we might not obey them. or prescribe us Precepts, that we might not obey them. cc vvb pno12 n2, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi pno32. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 347
1647 No, the Liberty of the Gospel doth only make us the more his Servants. And though his Service is perfect Freedom, yet doth it not cease to be a Service. For as he that is called in the Lord, being a Servant, is the Lord's Free-man; No, the Liberty of the Gospel does only make us the more his Servants. And though his Service is perfect Freedom, yet does it not cease to be a Service. For as he that is called in the Lord, being a Servant, is the Lord's Freeman; uh-dx, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz av-j vvi pno12 dt av-dc po31 n2. cc cs po31 n1 vbz j n1, av vdz pn31 xx vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1. c-acp c-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vbg dt n1, vbz dt ng1 n1; (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 347
1648 so is He the Lord's Servant, who is called being free, 1 Cor. 7. 22. We are not said with greater Truth to be infranchiz'd by the Gospel, so is He the Lord's Servant, who is called being free, 1 Cor. 7. 22. We Are not said with greater Truth to be infranchized by the Gospel, av vbz pns31 dt ng1 n1, r-crq vbz vvn vbg j, vvn np1 crd crd pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 348
1649 than to have made an exchange of Masters. We were before Servants to Sin, But now to Righteousness. Before to Satan, but now to Christ. We did before serve an Hard Master, but now a Good one. than to have made an exchange of Masters. We were before Servants to since, But now to Righteousness. Before to Satan, but now to christ. We did before serve an Hard Master, but now a Good one. cs pc-acp vhi vvn dt vvb pp-f n2. pns12 vbdr p-acp n2 p-acp n1, p-acp av p-acp n1. p-acp p-acp np1, p-acp av p-acp np1. pns12 vdd p-acp vvb dt j n1, cc-acp av dt j crd. (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 348
1650 And this I come to shew at large upon And this I come to show At large upon cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp j p-acp (13) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 255 Page 348
1651 My second Doctrinal Proposition. My second Doctrinal Proposition. po11 ord j n1. (14) part (DIV2) 255 Page 348
1652 That our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ is not any severe Egyptian Master, But a Master full of Mercy and Loving kindness. And this he is in two Respects, In respect of the Work which he requires, which is not foesible only, That our Lord and Saviour jesus christ is not any severe Egyptian Master, But a Master full of Mercy and Loving kindness. And this he is in two Respects, In respect of the Work which he requires, which is not foesible only, cst po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1 vbz xx d j jp n1, cc-acp dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc vvg n1. cc d pns31 vbz p-acp crd n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, r-crq vbz xx j av-j, (14) part (DIV2) 255 Page 348
1653 but pleasant; And of the Wages which he promiseth, Aeternal Life. He is, for each of these Reasons, NONLATINALPHABET, A Good Master. but pleasant; And of the Wages which he promises, Eternal Life. He is, for each of these Reasons,, A Good Master. cc-acp j; cc pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, j n1. pns31 vbz, p-acp d pp-f d n2,, dt j n1. (14) part (DIV2) 255 Page 348
1654 § 1. That he is a good Master, and a good Master in perfection, we may discern by the particulars of which a perfect good Master must be compos'd. § 1. That he is a good Master, and a good Master in perfection, we may discern by the particulars of which a perfect good Master must be composed. § crd cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2-j pp-f r-crq dt j j n1 vmb vbi vvn. (14) part (DIV2) 256 Page 348
1655 For He who exacts no more Duty than we are able to discharge, and yet affords a greater Recompence than we are able to deserve; He who sets us such a Task, For He who exacts no more Duty than we Are able to discharge, and yet affords a greater Recompense than we Are able to deserve; He who sets us such a Task, p-acp pns31 r-crq vvz dx dc n1 cs pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb, cc av vvz dt jc n1 cs pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb; pns31 r-crq vvz pno12 d dt n1, (14) part (DIV2) 256 Page 349
1656 as is not only always possible, but most times easy; nor only easy to be perform'd, but also pleasant in the performance; He who treateth his Servants as Friends and Brethren, as if he were their Fellow-Servant, or indeed his Servants Servant; He who when he takes upon him the most of Mastership and Empire, commands his Servants no meaner things, as is not only always possible, but most times easy; nor only easy to be performed, but also pleasant in the performance; He who Treateth his Servants as Friends and Brothers, as if he were their Fellow servant, or indeed his Servants Servant; He who when he Takes upon him the most of Mastership and Empire, commands his Servants no meaner things, c-acp vbz xx av-j av j, p-acp av-ds n2 j; ccx j j pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp av j p-acp dt n1; pns31 r-crq vvz po31 n2 c-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr po32 n1, cc av po31 n2 n1; pns31 r-crq c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 dt av-ds pp-f n1 cc n1, vvz po31 n2 dx jc n2, (14) part (DIV2) 256 Page 349
1657 than he Himself in his Person hath done before them; than he Himself in his Person hath done before them; cs pns31 px31 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno32; (14) part (DIV2) 256 Page 349
1658 He who when he is affronted, is very easily reconcil'd, and even sues to his Servants for Reconcilement; He whose work is worth the doing because to do it is a Reward, and yet rewards it when it is done, above all that we are able to ask or think; He is sure a good Master, and a good Master in perfection; even as good as we are able to wish, or fancy. And just such a Master is Iesus Christ. He is the Master that makes us Free, (Gal. 5. 1.) the Master whose Service is perfect Freedom. Rom. 6. 18, 22. The Master that frees us from all other Masters besides Himself. The Master that bids us call no man Master upon Earth, He who when he is affronted, is very Easily reconciled, and even sues to his Servants for Reconcilement; He whose work is worth the doing Because to do it is a Reward, and yet rewards it when it is done, above all that we Are able to ask or think; He is sure a good Master, and a good Master in perfection; even as good as we Are able to wish, or fancy. And just such a Master is Iesus christ. He is the Master that makes us Free, (Gal. 5. 1.) the Master whose Service is perfect Freedom. Rom. 6. 18, 22. The Master that frees us from all other Masters beside Himself. The Master that bids us call no man Master upon Earth, pns31 r-crq c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vbz av av-j vvn, cc j vvz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1; pns31 rg-crq vvb vbz j dt vdg c-acp pc-acp vdi pn31 vbz dt vvb, cc av vvz pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vdn, p-acp d cst pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb cc vvb; pns31 vbz av-j dt j n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp n1; av p-acp j c-acp pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb, cc n1. cc j d dt n1 vbz np1 np1. pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12 j, (np1 crd crd) dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz j n1. np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp px31. dt n1 cst vvz pno12 vvi dx n1 n1 p-acp n1, (14) part (DIV2) 256 Page 349
1659 For one is our Master, and He in Heaven, Matth. 23. 10. For one is our Master, and He in Heaven, Matthew 23. 10. c-acp pi vbz po12 n1, cc pns31 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd (14) part (DIV2) 256 Page 350
1660 § 2. Indeed if Moses were our Master, and none but He; Our Case were then very hard. For He requireth more Service than we are able to perform, and pronounceth a Curse in case we do not perform it, § 2. Indeed if Moses were our Master, and none but He; Our Case were then very hard. For He requires more Service than we Are able to perform, and pronounceth a Curse in case we do not perform it, § crd np1 cs np1 vbdr po12 n1, cc pix cc-acp pns31; po12 n1 vbdr av j av-j. p-acp pns31 vvz dc n1 cs pns12 vbr j p-acp vvi, cc vvz dt vvb p-acp n1 pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31, (14) part (DIV2) 257 Page 350
1661 and yet affords not any strength whereby to adapt us for the performance. and yet affords not any strength whereby to adapt us for the performance. cc av vvz xx d n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1. (14) part (DIV2) 257 Page 350
1662 But yet however he is an hard Master, he is not a Cruel or an Unjust one, But yet however he is an hard Master, he is not a Cruel or an Unjust one, p-acp av c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vbz xx dt j cc dt j-u crd, (14) part (DIV2) 257 Page 350
1663 because he is an hard Master in order to a just and a gracious End. That is, he drives us from Himself, to make us look out for a better Master. He gives us a Law by which we cannot be justified, (Gal. 2. 16.) that we may seek to be justified by somewhat else. He pronounceth a Curse to as many as are of the works of the Law, that he may fright us into His Arms, who hath redeemed us from the Curse by being made a Curse for us, (Gal. 3. 13.) In a word, he is our Schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that being under Christ we may be no longer under a Schoolmaster, (Gal. 3. 24, 25.) And thus having ascended from Moses to Christ, from the hard Master to the mild One, we are no longer under the Tyranny and Exactions of the Law, but under the Kingdom and State of Grace, (Rom. 6. 14.) no longer in bondage under the Elements of the World, (Gal. 4. 3.) but have received the Adoption of Sons, (v. 5.) We are no longer under a Master who can only forbid Sin, Because he is an hard Master in order to a just and a gracious End. That is, he drives us from Himself, to make us look out for a better Master. He gives us a Law by which we cannot be justified, (Gal. 2. 16.) that we may seek to be justified by somewhat Else. He pronounceth a Curse to as many as Are of the works of the Law, that he may fright us into His Arms, who hath redeemed us from the Curse by being made a Curse for us, (Gal. 3. 13.) In a word, he is our Schoolmaster to bring us unto christ, that being under christ we may be no longer under a Schoolmaster, (Gal. 3. 24, 25.) And thus having ascended from Moses to christ, from the hard Master to the mild One, we Are no longer under the Tyranny and Exactions of the Law, but under the Kingdom and State of Grace, (Rom. 6. 14.) no longer in bondage under the Elements of the World, (Gal. 4. 3.) but have received the Adoption of Sons, (v. 5.) We Are no longer under a Master who can only forbid since, c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1 cst vbz, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp px31, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi av p-acp dt jc n1. pns31 vvz pno12 dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi vvn, (np1 crd crd) cst pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av av. pns31 vvz dt vvb p-acp c-acp d c-acp vbr pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, (np1 crd crd) p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1, cst vbg p-acp np1 pns12 vmb vbi av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1, (np1 crd crd, crd) cc av vhg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt av-j n1 p-acp dt j crd, pns12 vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (np1 crd crd) av-dx av-jc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (np1 crd crd) cc-acp vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, (n1 crd) pns12 vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb j vvb n1, (14) part (DIV2) 257 Page 351
1664 but we are now under a Master who can forgive it. but we Are now under a Master who can forgive it. cc-acp pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 257 Page 351
1665 No longer under a hard Master, who the longer we serve him, keeps us in bondage so much the more; But we are now under a Good one, who turns our Service into Sonship, translating us into Heirs and Coheirs with Himself, (v. 7.) No longer under a hard Master, who the longer we serve him, keeps us in bondage so much the more; But we Are now under a Good one, who turns our Service into Sonship, translating us into Heirs and Coheirs with Himself, (v. 7.) av-dx av-jc p-acp dt j n1, r-crq dt jc pns12 vvi pno31, vvz pno12 p-acp n1 av av-d dt av-dc; p-acp pns12 vbr av p-acp dt j crd, r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp n1, n-vvg pno12 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp px31, (n1 crd) (14) part (DIV2) 257 Page 351
1666 § 3. But here it cannot be deny'd, That if we look upon Christ as nothing more than a Master, who came not to abrogate, but to fill up the Law, (Matth. 5. 17.) our Condition is not better, but rather worse than it was before. § 3. But Here it cannot be denied, That if we look upon christ as nothing more than a Master, who Come not to abrogate, but to fill up the Law, (Matthew 5. 17.) our Condition is not better, but rather Worse than it was before. § crd p-acp av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cst cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pix av-dc cs dt n1, r-crq vvd xx p-acp vvi, p-acp p-acp vvb a-acp dt n1, (np1 crd crd) po12 n1 vbz xx av-jc, p-acp av-c jc cs pn31 vbds a-acp. (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 351
1667 For Christ is stricter in his Precepts than Moses was; For christ is Stricter in his Precepts than Moses was; p-acp np1 vbz jc p-acp po31 n2 cs np1 vbds; (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 351
1668 and seems to have set us an harder Task. He commands us to forgive and to love our Enemies; Not to look upon a Woman with the Adultery of the Eye; to rejoyce in Persecutions; and to leap for Ioy when we are Mourners; He commands us to fight with all that is in the World; and seems to have Set us an harder Task. He commands us to forgive and to love our Enemies; Not to look upon a Woman with the Adultery of the Eye; to rejoice in Persecutions; and to leap for Joy when we Are Mourners; He commands us to fight with all that is in the World; cc vvz pc-acp vhi vvn pno12 dt jc n1. pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb po12 n2; xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp vvb p-acp n2; cc p-acp vvb p-acp vvb c-crq pns12 vbr n2; pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp d cst vbz p-acp dt n1; (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 351
1669 and not to give over fighting until we conquer. I therefore say with all that is in the World, because as the Sublunary World was divided of old (before the Times of Columbus, and Americus Vesputius, ) into these three parts, Europe, Asia, and Africa, to wit the parts of That World which was created by God alone; and not to give over fighting until we conquer. I Therefore say with all that is in the World, Because as the Sublunary World was divided of old (before the Times of Columbus, and Americus Vespucci,) into these three parts, Europe, Asia, and Africa, to wit the parts of That World which was created by God alone; cc xx p-acp vvb p-acp vvg c-acp pns12 vvi. pns11 av vvb p-acp d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp c-acp dt j n1 vbds vvn pp-f j (c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1 np1,) p-acp d crd n2, np1, np1, cc np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f cst n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 av-j; (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 352
1670 so St. Iohn in his first Epistle hath divided the World of Sin and Wickedness, the World created by Men and Devils. For as he tells us in one place, That the whole World lyeth in wickedness, (like a Net cast into the Sea,) so he tells us in another, That All that is in the World is the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eye, and the pride of life. so Saint John in his First Epistle hath divided the World of since and Wickedness, the World created by Men and Devils. For as he tells us in one place, That the Whole World lies in wickedness, (like a Net cast into the Sea,) so he tells us in Another, That All that is in the World is the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the eye, and the pride of life. av n1 np1 p-acp po31 ord n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 cc n2. c-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp crd n1, cst dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1, (av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1,) av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n-jn, cst d cst vbz p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 352
1671 And methinks This Trichotomy hath such an Analogy with the former, as that the one may seem to have given occasion unto the other. Africa for its Heat, to the lust of the Flesh; Europe for its Avarice, to the lust of the Eye; Asia for its Bravery, to the pride of Life. Now to conquer a world of Temporal Enemies, is more than any one man could yet Attain to; And methinks This Trichotomy hath such an Analogy with the former, as that the one may seem to have given occasion unto the other. Africa for its Heat, to the lust of the Flesh; Europe for its Avarice, to the lust of the Eye; Asia for its Bravery, to the pride of Life. Now to conquer a world of Temporal Enemies, is more than any one man could yet Attain to; cc vvz d n1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp dt j, c-acp cst dt crd vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp dt j-jn. np1 p-acp po31 vvb, p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1; np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1; np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2, vbz dc cs d crd n1 vmd av vvi p-acp; (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 352
1672 How much less can any conquer a world of Sin? Such an Amorous man as Scipio might sooner conquer all Africa, than the lust of the Flesh. Such a Ravenous man as Caesar might sooner conquer all Europe, than the lust of the eye. Such an Ambitious man as Alexander might sooner conquer all Asia, than the pride of life. All these Admirable Victors were Slaves to Sin, which had subdued them from their Cradles, and led them Captive into their Graves. Admit that Alexander had conquered the World without him, (which yet we know he did not, and Livy tells us he could not do,) sure we are he was enslaved to the world within him; How much less can any conquer a world of since? Such an Amoros man as Scipio might sooner conquer all Africa, than the lust of the Flesh. Such a Ravenous man as Caesar might sooner conquer all Europe, than the lust of the eye. Such an Ambitious man as Alexander might sooner conquer all Asia, than the pride of life. All these Admirable Victor's were Slaves to since, which had subdued them from their Cradles, and led them Captive into their Graves. Admit that Alexander had conquered the World without him, (which yet we know he did not, and Livy tells us he could not do,) sure we Are he was enslaved to the world within him; c-crq d dc vmb d vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? d dt j n1 p-acp np1 vmd av-c vvi d np1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d dt j n1 p-acp np1 vmd av-c vvi d np1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1. d dt j n1 p-acp np1 vmd av-c vvi d np1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1. d d j ng1 vbr n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vhd vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvd pno32 j-jn p-acp po32 n2. vvb cst np1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, (r-crq av pns12 vvb pns31 vdd xx, cc np1 vvz pno12 pns31 vmd xx vdb,) av-j pns12 vbr pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31; (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 353
1673 to the lust of the flesh, by the Queen of the Amazons; to the lust of the eye, which nothing could fill but another 's Empire; and to the pride of life too, to the lust of the Flesh, by the Queen of the Amazons; to the lust of the eye, which nothing could fill but Another is Empire; and to the pride of life too, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt npg1; p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, r-crq pix vmd vvi p-acp j-jn vbz n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 353
1674 because by That He affected an Apotheosis upon Earth. But now the Soldiers and Servants of Iesus Christ are commanded to conquer this world of Sin. And that our Master should command us to overcome that Triumvirate, to which the universe of men hath so long been tributary, may seem as unreasonable to flesh and blood, Because by That He affected an Apotheosis upon Earth. But now the Soldiers and Servants of Iesus christ Are commanded to conquer this world of Sin. And that our Master should command us to overcome that Triumvirate, to which the universe of men hath so long been tributary, may seem as unreasonable to Flesh and blood, c-acp p-acp cst pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1. p-acp av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1 cc d po12 n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp vvn cst n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vhz av av-j vbn n-jn, vmb vvi p-acp j p-acp n1 cc n1, (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 353
1675 as to flesh and blood it is impossible. as to Flesh and blood it is impossible. c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz j. (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 353
1676 So that it cannot be deny'd, but that if Christ were nothing more than a Master to us, we should not only be in a dangerous, but in a desperate condition. So that it cannot be denied, but that if christ were nothing more than a Master to us, we should not only be in a dangerous, but in a desperate condition. av cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp cst cs np1 vbdr pix av-dc cs dt n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd xx av-j vbi p-acp dt j, p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 354
1677 And the setting his Servants so hard a Task, would loudly speak him as hard a Master. And the setting his Servants so hard a Task, would loudly speak him as hard a Master. cc dt vvg po31 n2 av j dt n1, vmd av-j vvi pno31 p-acp j dt n1. (14) part (DIV2) 258 Page 354
1678 § 4. But again we must confess on the other side, That if we look upon Christ as more and better than a Master, to wit a Sacrifice, and a Priest, an Elder Brother, and an Advocate, not only a Lawgiver, but a Propitiation, not only a Prince, but a Saviour too, who gives Repentance as well as Praecepts, and forgiveness of Sins; who requires no more of us than he enables us to perform, and expects not to reap, but after the measure that he hath sown; Our case is infinitely better than under the Paedagogie of Moses, and we must needs be concluded to serve a very good Master. § 4. But again we must confess on the other side, That if we look upon christ as more and better than a Master, to wit a Sacrifice, and a Priest, an Elder Brother, and an Advocate, not only a Lawgiver, but a Propitiation, not only a Prince, but a Saviour too, who gives Repentance as well as Precepts, and forgiveness of Sins; who requires no more of us than he enables us to perform, and expects not to reap, but After the measure that he hath sown; Our case is infinitely better than under the Pedagogy of Moses, and we must needs be concluded to serve a very good Master. § crd p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dc cc j cs dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1, xx av-j dt n1, p-acp dt n1, xx av-j dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av, r-crq vvz n1 c-acp av c-acp n2, cc n1 pp-f n2; r-crq vvz dx dc pp-f pno12 cs pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc vvz xx p-acp vvb, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn; po12 n1 vbz av-j j cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j j n1. (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 354
1679 For though he bids us have an Eye to the Perfection of his Commands, yet is he pleas'd to have an Eye to the Imperfection of our Nature, and looks not on the Imperfection, but on the meer sincerity of our Obedience. Though we must fasten an Eye of Fear on the exactness of his Injunctions, yet he does cast an Eye of favour upon our weakness to undergo them. For though he bids us have an Eye to the Perfection of his Commands, yet is he pleased to have an Eye to the Imperfection of our Nature, and looks not on the Imperfection, but on the mere sincerity of our obedience. Though we must fasten an Eye of fear on the exactness of his Injunctions, yet he does cast an Eye of favour upon our weakness to undergo them. p-acp cs pns31 vvz pno12 vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvz, av vbz pns31 vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc vvz xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. cs pns12 vmb vvi dt vvb pp-f vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, av pns31 vdz vvi dt vvb pp-f vvb p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvb pno32. (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 354
1680 This is a Rule which will never fail us. (And be it spoken to the comfort of whosoever has a wounded and broken Spirit; ) Our Master Christ is so good, as to put a great value upon the willingness of our minds; Accepts the Tribute of our Obedience, This is a Rule which will never fail us. (And be it spoken to the Comfort of whosoever has a wounded and broken Spirit;) Our Master christ is so good, as to put a great valve upon the willingness of our minds; Accepts the Tribute of our obedience, d vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb av-x vvi pno12. (cc vbi pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vhz dt vvn cc vvn n1;) po12 vvb np1 vbz av j, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 355
1681 even according to the Power and Ability which we have, not according to what we have not, (2 Cor. 8. 12.) He either enjoyneth no harder things than he gives us Ability to accomplish, or else he satisfieth his Iustice with a great deal less than he injoyneth. In each of which Cases he is a very good Master. For what we cannot perform for want of strength, He himself hath performed in our behalf, even according to the Power and Ability which we have, not according to what we have not, (2 Cor. 8. 12.) He either enjoineth no harder things than he gives us Ability to accomplish, or Else he Satisfieth his justice with a great deal less than he enjoin. In each of which Cases he is a very good Master. For what we cannot perform for want of strength, He himself hath performed in our behalf, av vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vhb, xx vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb xx, (crd np1 crd crd) pns31 av-d vvz dx jc n2 cs pns31 vvz pno12 n1 p-acp vvi, cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 dc cs pns31 vvi. p-acp d pp-f r-crq n2 pns31 vbz dt j j n1. p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 px31 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 355
1682 and still doth take in good part our hearty Indeavours of Performance. and still does take in good part our hearty Endeavours of Performance. cc av vdz vvi p-acp j n1 po12 j n2 pp-f n1. (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 355
1683 Be it so that he leads us upon very hot Service; commands us to fight against all the world; and fight it out until we conquer; (or at least until we are beaten into NONLATINALPHABET, that is to say, into more-than-Conquerours, by being manfully overcome, and valiantly trodden under foot; ) yet if we equally consider, Be it so that he leads us upon very hight Service; commands us to fight against all the world; and fight it out until we conquer; (or At least until we Are beaten into, that is to say, into more-than-Conquerours, by being manfully overcome, and valiantly trodden under foot;) yet if we equally Consider, vbb pn31 av cst pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp j j n1; vvz pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp d dt n1; cc vvi pn31 av c-acp pns12 vvi; (cc p-acp ds c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1, p-acp vbg av-j vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp n1;) av cs pns12 av-j vvb, (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 355
1684 as well the proof of our Armour, as the prowess of our Enemies, comparing the Armory of Grace with the Artillery of Temptations; and the strength of Him that fights for us, with the strenth of Him that fights against us; as well the proof of our Armour, as the prowess of our Enemies, comparing the Armoury of Grace with the artillery of Temptations; and the strength of Him that fights for us, with the strength of Him that fights against us; c-acp av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp pno12; (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 356
1685 we cannot choose but confess (if we have any Ingenuity abiding in us) That as there are lusts of the flesh, which war against the Soul, so there are weapons of the Spirit, which are abundantly sufficient to give them Battle. And though our Enemies are so urgent, that we cannot expect to injoy a Peace; yet when Christ is our Captain, we may rationally hope to obtain a Victory. And sure a Victory over Sin, must needs be very much better, we cannot choose but confess (if we have any Ingenuity abiding in us) That as there Are Lustiest of the Flesh, which war against the Soul, so there Are weapons of the Spirit, which Are abundantly sufficient to give them Battle. And though our Enemies Are so urgent, that we cannot expect to enjoy a Peace; yet when christ is our Captain, we may rationally hope to obtain a Victory. And sure a Victory over since, must needs be very much better, pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvb (cs pns12 vhb d n1 vvg p-acp pno12) cst p-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1, av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi pno32 n1. cc cs po12 n2 vbr av j, cst pns12 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1; av c-crq np1 vbz po12 n1, pns12 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1. cc j dt n1 p-acp n1, vmb av vbi av av-d av-jc, (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 356
1686 than to be at Peace with it. If indeed we can do all things through Christ that strengthens us, (as the Apostle tells us we can) How can we dare to be afraid, whilst our Commander is our strength too, who whilst he leads us by his Example, does also follow us by his Grace? 'Tis true indeed, Had he commanded us to fight, where he knew we must be conquer'd; than to be At Peace with it. If indeed we can do all things through christ that strengthens us, (as the Apostle tells us we can) How can we Dare to be afraid, while our Commander is our strength too, who while he leads us by his Exampl, does also follow us by his Grace? It's true indeed, Had he commanded us to fight, where he knew we must be conquered; cs pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. cs av pns12 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 cst vvz pno12, (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 pns12 vmb) q-crq vmb pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j, cs po12 n1 vbz po12 n1 av, r-crq cs pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n1, vdz av vvb pno12 p-acp po31 vvi? pn31|vbz j av, vhd pns31 vvn pno12 p-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd po12 vmb vbb vvn; (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 356
1687 and only promised an Eternity, upon the performance of things Impossible; It had not been to incourage, but jear our weakness; and only promised an Eternity, upon the performance of things Impossible; It had not been to encourage, but jear our weakness; cc av-j vvd dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 j; pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp vvi, p-acp vvi po12 n1; (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 356
1688 to reproach our Endeavours, and not reward them. to reproach our Endeavours, and not reward them. pc-acp n1 po12 n2, cc xx vvi pno32. (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 356
1689 But (to speak in the phrase of the Royal Psalmist) The Lord is Righteous in all his ways, and perfectly holy in all his works. But (to speak in the phrase of the Royal Psalmist) The Lord is Righteous in all his ways, and perfectly holy in all his works. cc-acp (p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1) dt n1 vbz j p-acp d po31 n2, cc av-j j p-acp d po31 n2. (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 357
1690 The Fortifications of every Soul are so proportion'd to the Besiegers, that (excepting such as Pharaoh, who was finally given over,) God permits not a Temptation to make a Battery, where he provides not a Grace to prevent a Breach. — Nec enim bone Ductor Magnarum virtutum inopes, nervis { que } carentes Christicolas vitiis populantibus exposuisti. The Fortifications of every Soul Are so proportioned to the Besiegers, that (excepting such as Pharaoh, who was finally given over,) God permits not a Temptation to make a Battery, where he provides not a Grace to prevent a Breach. — Nec enim bone Ductor Magnarum Virtues Inopes, nervis { que } carentes Christicolas Vitiis populantibus exposuisti. dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n2, cst (vvg d c-acp np1, r-crq vbds av-j vvn a-acp,) np1 vvz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. — fw-la fw-la n1 n1 fw-la fw-la n2, fw-la { fw-fr } n2 np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. (14) part (DIV2) 259 Page 357
1691 As by the Tenor of his Praecepts we must do any thing that we ought, so by the Power of his Grace we can do any thing that we must. For 'twas very truly said by the Pythagoreans, That Ability does dwell the next Door to Necessity. As by the Tenor of his Precepts we must do any thing that we ought, so by the Power of his Grace we can do any thing that we must. For 'twas very truly said by the pythagoreans, That Ability does dwell the next Door to Necessity. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 po12 vmb vdb d n1 cst pns12 vmd, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb pns12 vmb vdb d n1 cst pns12 vmb. p-acp pn31|vbds av av-j vvn p-acp dt njp2, cst n1 vdz vvi dt ord n1 p-acp n1. (14) part (DIV2) 260 Page 357
1692 We can, if we will, shut out Adultery from the Eye, and keep out Murder from the Heart. But then the utmost of their Assaults requires the utmost of our Resistance. We cannot do it by sleeping, or sitting still. It is required that we stir up the Gift of God that is in us, and exert our very utmost of skill and strength. There is a Time when we must strive to such a Degree against Sin, We can, if we will, shut out Adultery from the Eye, and keep out Murder from the Heart. But then the utmost of their Assaults requires the utmost of our Resistance. We cannot do it by sleeping, or sitting still. It is required that we stir up the Gift of God that is in us, and exert our very utmost of skill and strength. There is a Time when we must strive to such a Degree against since, pns12 vmb, cs pns12 vmb, vvd av n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb av vvb p-acp dt n1. p-acp av dt j pp-f po32 vvz vvz dt j pp-f po12 n1. pns12 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp vvg, cc vvg av. pn31 vbz vvn d pns12 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz p-acp pno12, cc vvb po12 j j pp-f n1 cc n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, (14) part (DIV2) 260 Page 358
1693 as to resist it even to Blood. As God on his part is faithful, and will not suffer us to be tempted beyond our strength, so must we be faithful too, as to resist it even to Blood. As God on his part is faithful, and will not suffer us to be tempted beyond our strength, so must we be faithful too, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp n1. p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz j, cc vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, av vmb pns12 vbb j av, (14) part (DIV2) 260 Page 358
1694 and persevere in our Resistance, although our Resistance may cost us dear. and persevere in our Resistance, although our Resistance may cost us dear. cc vvb p-acp po12 n1, cs po12 n1 vmb vvi pno12 j-jn. (14) part (DIV2) 260 Page 358
1695 § 5. I cannot make this plainer than by Example, nor by a plainer Example than what our own Good Master was pleas'd to give us, Matth. 5. 28, 29, 30. where first having forbidden us even to look upon a Woman with such an Eye, as is the inlet of vanity, or the outlet of Lust, He immediately commands us, § 5. I cannot make this plainer than by Exampl, nor by a plainer Exampl than what our own Good Master was pleased to give us, Matthew 5. 28, 29, 30. where First having forbidden us even to look upon a Woman with such an Eye, as is the inlet of vanity, or the outlet of Lust, He immediately commands us, § crd pns11 vmbx vvi d jc cs p-acp n1, ccx p-acp dt jc n1 cs r-crq po12 d j n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno12, np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq ord vhg vvn pno12 av p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 av-j vvz pno12, (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 358
1696 if our Eye offend us, to pluck it out; if our Hand offend us, to cut it off; if our feet offend us, to cast them from us. if our Eye offend us, to pluck it out; if our Hand offend us, to Cut it off; if our feet offend us, to cast them from us. cs po12 vvb vvb pno12, p-acp vvb pn31 av; cs po12 n1 vvb pno12, p-acp vvb pn31 a-acp; cs po12 n2 vvb pno12, p-acp vvd pno32 p-acp pno12. (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 358
1697 That if we cannot conquer one way, to wit by way of Prevention, we may yet do it another, by way of Cure. Or that if we cannot conquer our Ghostly Enemy, That if we cannot conquer one Way, to wit by Way of Prevention, we may yet do it Another, by Way of Cure. Or that if we cannot conquer our Ghostly Enemy, cst cs pns12 vmbx vvi crd n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb av vdi pn31 j-jn, p-acp n1 pp-f vvb. cc cst cs pns12 vmbx vvb po12 j n1, (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 358
1698 yet at least we may vex him by our Escape. If we can do either, it will suffice. For if we are able to keep our Eye from offending us, yet At least we may vex him by our Escape. If we can do either, it will suffice. For if we Are able to keep our Eye from offending us, av p-acp ds pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po12 vvi. cs pns12 vmb vdi av-d, pn31 vmb vvi. c-acp cs pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 vvb p-acp vvg pno12, (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 358
1699 then we need not pluck it out; Or if we are able to pluck it out, then we can keep it from offending us. then we need not pluck it out; Or if we Are able to pluck it out, then we can keep it from offending us. cs pns12 vvb xx vvi pn31 av; cc cs pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb pn31 av, av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp vvg pno12. (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 358
1700 And this is most certain, That if we fail of the one, we may attain unto the other. If we cannot keep our Eye from offending or insnaring us, And this is most certain, That if we fail of the one, we may attain unto the other. If we cannot keep our Eye from offending or ensnaring us, cc d vbz av-ds j, cst cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt crd, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn. cs pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n1 p-acp vvg cc j-vvg pno12, (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1701 or from making us to stumble and fall into Sin, (as the word NONLATINALPHABET does there import) yet (like Democritus in Tertullian ) we can pluck it out of our Head, and cast it from us. Or if we cannot keep in our Tongue, or from making us to Stumble and fallen into since, (as the word does there import) yet (like Democritus in Tertullian) we can pluck it out of our Head, and cast it from us. Or if we cannot keep in our Tongue, cc p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp n1, (c-acp dt n1 vdz pc-acp vvi) av (av-j np1 p-acp np1) pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f po12 n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pno12. cc cs pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp po12 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1702 yet (like Zeno Eleates ) we can chaw it between our Teeth, and so spit it out of our Mouths. If not our Heart from scandalizing us, yet (like Zeno Eleates) we can chaw it between our Teeth, and so spit it out of our Mouths. If not our Heart from scandalizing us, av (av-j np1 np1) pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2, cc av vvb pn31 av pp-f po12 n2. cs xx po12 n1 p-acp j-vvg pno12, (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1703 yet (like Cato Vticensis, ) we can tear it out of our Bosome. Or we can take a more gentle and legal Course. yet (like Cato Vincennes,) we can tear it out of our Bosom. Or we can take a more gentle and Legal Course. av (av-j np1 np1,) pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f po12 n1. cc pns12 vmb vvi dt dc j cc j n1. (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1704 For we can block up its Avenues, and intercept its Provisions, and so compel it to a surrender for want of Victuals. There is not any kind of Devil, no not the Devil of Concupiscence, but may be cast our of the Heart, one way or other. For we can block up its Avenues, and intercept its Provisions, and so compel it to a surrender for want of Victuals. There is not any kind of devil, no not the devil of Concupiscence, but may be cast our of the Heart, one Way or other. c-acp pns12 vmb n1 a-acp po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2, cc av vvb pn31 p-acp dt vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2. pc-acp vbz xx d j pp-f n1, dx xx dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vmb vbi vvn po12 pp-f dt n1, crd n1 cc n-jn. (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1705 Fervent Prayer peradventure will exorcise it of it self; especially if we continue and persevere in that Duty; Fervent Prayer Peradventure will exorcise it of it self; especially if we continue and persevere in that Duty; j n1 av vmb vvi pn31 pp-f pn31 n1; av-j cs pns12 vvb cc vvb p-acp d n1; (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1706 if we pray without ceasing, and that in the sense of the Apostle. But if to the stratagem of Prayer, we add the Engine of Fasting too; if we pray without ceasing, and that in the sense of the Apostle. But if to the stratagem of Prayer, we add the Engine of Fasting too; cs pns12 vvb p-acp vvg, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg av; (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1707 and of fasting from the Occasion, as well as from the Food of that hungry Enemy; and of fasting from the Occasion, as well as from the Food of that hungry Enemy; cc pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 359
1708 we shall famish and enfeeble the strongest Lust; and so by famishing the Monster, preserve the Man. we shall famish and enfeeble the Strongest Lust; and so by famishing the Monster, preserve the Man. pns12 vmb vvi cc j dt js n1; cc av p-acp vvg dt n1, vvb dt n1 (14) part (DIV2) 261 Page 360
1709 § 6. But some perhaps may here object, and silently expostulate within themselves: § 6. But Some perhaps may Here Object, and silently expostulate within themselves: § crd p-acp d av vmb av n1, cc av-j vvi p-acp px32: (14) part (DIV2) 262 Page 360
1710 Is the Case of us Christians so hard and tedious, as that we cannot be Saints but at the price of being Monsters? Are we not fit to see God, 'till we have pluck't out our Eyes? or must we cut off our hands, for the working out of our Salvation? Or must we cut off our feet and cast them from us, that we may walk so much the better in the narrow way of the Commandments? Does not St. Iohn tell us of Christ, (to prove he is a good Master, ) that his Commandments are not grievous? But what more grievous, than to pluck out an Eye? And are we not told by Christ Himself, (to prove he is a Good Master, ) that his yoke is easy, and his burden light? But what is more uneasy, than to cut off an hand? what more burdensome to our Shoulders, than what we cannot stand under, unless with the loss of our very feet? And how is Christ a good Master, whilst he placeth his Servants in such great Exigences and Streights, that to preserve our Integrity, we must be forc't to be dismember'd? If That which opens into Life is such a very strait Gate, that to make our selves slender, we must cut off our hands; and a Gate so very low, that to be short enough to enter, we must cut off our feet; where is the easiness of the Service so often talk't of? This proves indeed he is a Master with a witness, Is the Case of us Christians so hard and tedious, as that we cannot be Saints but At the price of being Monsters? are we not fit to see God, till we have plucked out our Eyes? or must we Cut off our hands, for the working out of our Salvation? Or must we Cut off our feet and cast them from us, that we may walk so much the better in the narrow Way of the commandments? Does not Saint John tell us of christ, (to prove he is a good Master,) that his commandments Are not grievous? But what more grievous, than to pluck out an Eye? And Are we not told by christ Himself, (to prove he is a Good Master,) that his yoke is easy, and his burden Light? But what is more uneasy, than to Cut off an hand? what more burdensome to our Shoulders, than what we cannot stand under, unless with the loss of our very feet? And how is christ a good Master, while he places his Servants in such great Exigences and Straights, that to preserve our Integrity, we must be forced to be dismembered? If That which Opens into Life is such a very strait Gate, that to make our selves slender, we must Cut off our hands; and a Gate so very low, that to be short enough to enter, we must Cut off our feet; where is the easiness of the Service so often talked of? This Proves indeed he is a Master with a witness, vbz dt n1 pp-f pno12 np1 av j cc j, c-acp cst pns12 vmbx vbi n2 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg n2? vbr pns12 xx j p-acp vvb np1, p-acp pns12 vhb vvn av po12 n2? cc vmb pns12 vvn a-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt vvg av pp-f po12 n1? cc vmb pns12 vvn a-acp po12 n2 cc vvd pno32 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi av av-d dt jc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2? vdz xx n1 np1 vvb pno12 pp-f np1, (pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz dt j n1,) cst po31 n2 vbr xx j? cc-acp q-crq av-dc j, cs p-acp vvb av dt n1? cc vbr pns12 xx vvn p-acp np1 px31, (pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz dt j n1,) cst po31 n1 vbz j, cc po31 n1 n1? cc-acp q-crq vbz av-dc j, cs p-acp vvn a-acp dt n1? q-crq av-dc j p-acp po12 n2, cs r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2? cc c-crq vbz np1 dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp d j n2 cc n2, cst pc-acp vvi po12 n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn? cs d r-crq vvz p-acp n1 vbz d dt j j n1, cst pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp po12 n2; cc dt n1 av j j, cst pc-acp vbi j av-d p-acp vvb, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp po12 n2; c-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av av vvd pp-f? np1 vvz av pns31 vbz dt vvb p-acp dt n1, (14) part (DIV2) 262 Page 361
1711 But that he is a good one, it does not prove. But that he is a good one, it does not prove. cc-acp cst pns31 vbz dt j crd, pn31 vdz xx vvi. (14) part (DIV2) 262 Page 361
1712 This indeed shews his work is possible; But 'twas affirm'd it should be easy, and pleasant too. This indeed shows his work is possible; But 'twas affirmed it should be easy, and pleasant too. np1 av vvz po31 vvb vbz j; p-acp pn31|vbds vvn pn31 vmd vbi j, cc j av. (14) part (DIV2) 262 Page 361
1713 § 7. 'Tis true I did, and still I do. For though to one who should literally pull his Eye out of his head, I might say with as good reason, § 7. It's true I did, and still I do. For though to one who should literally pull his Eye out of his head, I might say with as good reason, § crd pn31|vbz j pns11 vdd, cc av pns11 vdb. c-acp cs p-acp pi r-crq vmd av-j vvi po31 vvb av pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp j n1, (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 361
1714 as he in Cedrenus did to Didymus, [ Be not troubled at the loss of those fleshly Eyes, which are obnoxious to the Attempts of every petulant Fly; as he in Cedrenus did to Didymus, [ Be not troubled At the loss of those fleshly Eyes, which Are obnoxious to the Attempts of every petulant Fly; c-acp pns31 p-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1, [ vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt vvz pp-f d j n1; (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 361
1715 But let it rather be thy comfort, that by being thus blinded, thou hast such Eyes left thee, But let it rather be thy Comfort, that by being thus blinded, thou hast such Eyes left thee, cc-acp vvb pn31 av-c vbb po21 n1, cst p-acp vbg av vvn, pns21 vh2 d n2 vvd pno21, (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 361
1716 as by which Angels themselves do see, ] I say though this were an Answer which might satisfie the Objection, and which would not with ease be reply'd unto, yet the Answer I shall give will be far more welcome. For the words of our Master are spoken only by a figure, and do signifie in substance no more than This; That we must rather part with any thing, as by which Angels themselves do see, ] I say though this were an Answer which might satisfy the Objection, and which would not with ease be replied unto, yet the Answer I shall give will be Far more welcome. For the words of our Master Are spoken only by a figure, and do signify in substance no more than This; That we must rather part with any thing, c-acp p-acp r-crq n2 px32 vdb vvi, ] pns11 vvb cs d vbdr dt vvb r-crq vmd vvi dt n1, cc r-crq vmd xx p-acp n1 vbb vvn p-acp, av dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi vmb vbi av-j av-dc j-jn. p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 vvb vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vdb vvi p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc cs d; cst pns12 vmb av-c vvi p-acp d n1, (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 362
1717 than at once with the Purity and the Salvation of our Souls. Be it Friend, or Profit, be it Pleasure, or Reputation, whatsoever we love as we love our Eyes, or think as useful to our purpose as hands and feet; yet if it entice us to any wickedness by which we Shipwrack our Conscience, or fall from the favour of our God, we must rather cut it off, and cast it from us, than indure to be captiv'd by its Allurements. If before we are aware we are surpriz'd with a Temptation, so as Lust does conceive and is impregn'd in the heart, we must destroy it in that Instant, e're it hath time to bring forth. Or if perhaps it hath brought forth the Act of Sin, we then must rob it of the all that may feed and nourish it, that so it may be no more than an Act of Sin; than At once with the Purity and the Salvation of our Souls. Be it Friend, or Profit, be it Pleasure, or Reputation, whatsoever we love as we love our Eyes, or think as useful to our purpose as hands and feet; yet if it entice us to any wickedness by which we Shipwreck our Conscience, or fallen from the favour of our God, we must rather Cut it off, and cast it from us, than endure to be captived by its Allurements. If before we Are aware we Are surprised with a Temptation, so as Lust does conceive and is impregned in the heart, we must destroy it in that Instant, ever it hath time to bring forth. Or if perhaps it hath brought forth the Act of since, we then must rob it of the all that may feed and nourish it, that so it may be no more than an Act of since; cs p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. vbb pn31 n1, cc n1, vbb pn31 n1, cc n1, r-crq pns12 vvb c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc vvb p-acp j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2; av cs pn31 vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 n1 po12 n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, pns12 vmb av-c vvn pn31 a-acp, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pno12, cs vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2. cs a-acp pns12 vbr j pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp n1 vdz vvi cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp cst j-jn, av pn31 vhz n1 p-acp vvb av. cc cs av pn31 vhz vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 av vmb vvi pn31 pp-f dt d cst vmb vvi cc vvb pn31, cst av pn31 vmb vbi dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1; (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 362
1718 and that, for want of Provision, it may not prosper into an habit. It being better to suffer any thing, in hindering Lust from conceiving, and from bringing forth Sin, than suffer Sin (by being finished, ) to bring forth Death. This I conceive to be the upshot of those hard sayings, If thine Eye offend thee, pluck it out; and that, for want of Provision, it may not prosper into an habit. It being better to suffer any thing, in hindering Lust from conceiving, and from bringing forth since, than suffer since (by being finished,) to bring forth Death. This I conceive to be the upshot of those hard sayings, If thine Eye offend thee, pluck it out; cc cst, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1. pn31 vbg j pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg av n1, cs vvi n1 (p-acp vbg vvn,) p-acp vvb av n1. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d j n2-vvg, cs po21 n1 vvb pno21, vvb pn31 av; (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 362
1719 If thine Hand offend thee, cut it off; if thy Foot offend thee, cast it from thee. If thine Hand offend thee, Cut it off; if thy Foot offend thee, cast it from thee. cs po21 n1 vvi pno21, vvb pn31 a-acp; cs po21 n1 vvb pno21, vvb pn31 p-acp pno21. (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 363
1720 Nay in the Judgment of St. Chrysostom, (upon the Place,) To pluck out our eyes, is but to turn them aside from their Tempting objects. To cut off our hands, is only to lay them upon our hearts. And to cast our feet from us, is no more than to direct them another way; to abstain from the occasions and opportunities of evil; Nay in the Judgement of Saint Chrysostom, (upon the Place,) To pluck out our eyes, is but to turn them aside from their Tempting objects. To Cut off our hands, is only to lay them upon our hearts. And to cast our feet from us, is no more than to Direct them Another Way; to abstain from the occasions and opportunities of evil; uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, (p-acp dt n1,) p-acp vvb av po12 n2, vbz p-acp p-acp vvb pno32 av p-acp po32 vvg n2. p-acp vvn a-acp po12 n2, vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2. cc p-acp vvd po12 n2 p-acp pno12, vbz dx dc cs p-acp j pno32 j-jn n1; pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn; (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 363
1721 to turn aside from all Incentives and Temptations unto Sin. And therefore hitherto there is nothing in this very hardest of Christ's Commands, but what consisteth with his being a very good Master. For since he commands what he commands us, both in order to our gaining the greatest Good, and in order to our escape from the greatest Evil; (a Lake which evermore burns with Fire and Brimstone; ) The very hardest and sharpest of his Commands, must be comparatively easy, and pleasant too. to turn aside from all Incentives and Temptations unto Sin. And Therefore hitherto there is nothing in this very Hardest of Christ's Commands, but what Consisteth with his being a very good Master. For since he commands what he commands us, both in order to our gaining the greatest Good, and in order to our escape from the greatest Evil; (a Lake which evermore burns with Fire and Brimstone;) The very Hardest and Sharpest of his Commands, must be comparatively easy, and pleasant too. pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n2-jn cc n2 p-acp np1 cc av av a-acp vbz pix p-acp d j js pp-f npg1 vvz, p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp po31 vbg dt j j n1. c-acp c-acp pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vvg dt js j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vvi p-acp dt js n-jn; (dt n1 r-crq av vvz p-acp n1 cc n1;) dt j js cc js pp-f po31 vvz, vmb vbi av-j j, cc j av. (14) part (DIV2) 263 Page 363
1722 Thus I have dwelt somewhat long upon this one Precept, [ if thine Eye offend thee, pluck it out, ] because it seems to be the hardest our Master Christ hath praescrib'd; And so by consequence to evince him a good Master here, is to evidence his Goodness in all the rest. Thus I have dwelled somewhat long upon this one Precept, [ if thine Eye offend thee, pluck it out, ] Because it seems to be the Hardest our Master christ hath prescribed; And so by consequence to evince him a good Master Here, is to evidence his goodness in all the rest. av pns11 vhb vvn av av-j p-acp d crd n1, [ cs po21 n1 vvb pno21, vvb pn31 av, ] c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt js po12 n1 np1 vhz vvn; cc av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j vvb av, vbz p-acp n1 po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1. (14) part (DIV2) 264 Page 363
1723 § 8. If again it be objected, That our Master doth praescribe us an impossible Task, § 8. If again it be objected, That our Master does prescribe us an impossible Task, § crd cs av pn31 vbb vvn, cst po12 n1 vdz vvb pno12 dt j n1, (14) part (DIV2) 265 Page 364
1724 whilst he commands us to be perfect as our Father in Heaven is perfect, although the righteous man falleth seven times a day; while he commands us to be perfect as our Father in Heaven is perfect, although the righteous man falls seven times a day; cs pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 vbz j, cs dt j n1 vvz crd n2 dt n1; (14) part (DIV2) 265 Page 364
1725 and in many things we offend all; and no flesh is righteous in the sight of God. and in many things we offend all; and no Flesh is righteous in the sighed of God. cc p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d; cc dx n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) part (DIV2) 265 Page 364
1726 § 9. The Answer to it is briefly This: § 9. The Answer to it is briefly This: § crd dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz av-j d: (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 364
1727 That 'tis not said by our Master, [ Be ye as perfect as your Father in Heaven, ] But, Be ye perfect as he is perfect. That it's not said by our Master, [ Be you as perfect as your Father in Heaven, ] But, Be you perfect as he is perfect. d pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 n1, [ vbb pn22 a-acp j c-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1, ] cc-acp, vbb pn22 j c-acp pns31 vbz j. (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 364
1728 Which is as if he should have said, Be ye perfect pro modulo, as He is perfect sine modo. You after your measure, as He without it. Which is as if he should have said, Be you perfect Pro modulo, as He is perfect sine modo. You After your measure, as He without it. r-crq vbz p-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn, vbb pn22 j fw-la fw-la, c-acp pns31 vbz j fw-la fw-la. pn22 p-acp po22 vvi, c-acp pns31 p-acp pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 364
1729 It is meant of a Likeness, and not at all of an Equality. Be ye perfect, as the word perfect is oppos'd to unsincere, and only signifies Integrity; not as opposed to Infirm, and signifies absolute perfection. Or to expound it more exactly, Our Master speaks in that place touching the latitude of our Charity, which he would not have confin'd within the limits of our Country, or our Acquaintance, our Friends, and Brethren; But he would have us extend our Love, It is meant of a Likeness, and not At all of an Equality. Be you perfect, as the word perfect is opposed to unsincere, and only signifies Integrity; not as opposed to Infirm, and signifies absolute perfection. Or to expound it more exactly, Our Master speaks in that place touching the latitude of our Charity, which he would not have confined within the Limits of our Country, or our Acquaintance, our Friends, and Brothers; But he would have us extend our Love, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, cc xx p-acp d pp-f dt n1. vbb pn22 j, p-acp dt n1 j vbz vvn p-acp j, cc av-j vvz n1; xx c-acp vvn p-acp j, cc vvz j n1. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc av-j, po12 n1 vvz p-acp d n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc po12 n1, po12 n2, cc n2; p-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno12 vvi po12 vvi, (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 364
1730 as our Father in Heaven extendeth His, as well to our Enemies, as to our Friends. That this is the meaning of the Text, is very evident from the Context, and from the parallel place of Scripture, Luke 6. 36. where on the very same occasion of exhorting his Disciples to love their Enemies, he concludes in these words, Be ye merciful as your Father in Heaven is merciful. as our Father in Heaven extendeth His, as well to our Enemies, as to our Friends. That this is the meaning of the Text, is very evident from the Context, and from the parallel place of Scripture, Lycia 6. 36. where on the very same occasion of exhorting his Disciples to love their Enemies, he concludes in these words, Be you merciful as your Father in Heaven is merciful. c-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 vvz po31, a-acp av p-acp po12 n2, a-acp p-acp po12 n2. cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n1, av crd crd n1 p-acp dt j d n1 pp-f vvg po31 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, vbb pn22 j p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1 vbz j. (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 365
1731 But now suppose that That Text were to be literally expounded, and that our Master had commanded us, not only an impartial, but an immaculate obedience; But now suppose that That Text were to be literally expounded, and that our Master had commanded us, not only an impartial, but an immaculate Obedience; p-acp av vvb d cst n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cc d po12 vvb vhd vvn pno12, xx av-j dt j, p-acp dt j n1; (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 365
1732 an obedience without Sin, as well as without Unsincerity; yet by Aristotle's Rule, which may be a Rule amongst Christians too, [ That what is possible by our Friends, is also possible to us, ] our Obedience may be adequate to the very exactest of his Commands. For our Master is our Friend; (as he himself hath call'd himself, Iohn 13. 15.) And he hath satisfied the Law, as well by his Active, as by his Passive Obedience; an Obedience without since, as well as without Unsincerity; yet by Aristotle's Rule, which may be a Rule among Christians too, [ That what is possible by our Friends, is also possible to us, ] our obedience may be adequate to the very Exactest of his Commands. For our Master is our Friend; (as he himself hath called himself, John 13. 15.) And he hath satisfied the Law, as well by his Active, as by his Passive obedience; dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1; av p-acp npg1 vvi, r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 av, [ cst r-crq vbz j p-acp po12 n2, vbz av j p-acp pno12, ] po12 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j js pp-f po31 vvz. p-acp po12 vvb vbz po12 n1; (c-acp pns31 px31 vhz vvn px31, np1 crd crd) cc pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, c-acp av p-acp po31 j, a-acp p-acp po31 j n1; (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 365
1733 And this he hath done in our behalf too. And this he hath done in our behalf too. cc d pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po12 n1 av. (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 365
1734 And if by the Friendship of our Master (imputing to us his own Obedience) his Commands are foesible, and to be done; And if by the Friendship of our Master (imputing to us his own obedience) his Commands Are foesible, and to be done; cc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb (vvg p-acp pno12 po31 d n1) po31 vvz vbr j, cc pc-acp vbi vdn; (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 365
1735 If we can do all things through Him that strengthens us by his Grace, through Him that directs us by his Example, through him that satisfies for our Rebellions by his perfection of Obedience in our Behalf; we can never sure complain of an Egyptian Task-master, But may modestly rather make him St. Austin 's Challenge, Da Domine quod jubes, & jube quod vis. If we can do all things through Him that strengthens us by his Grace, through Him that directs us by his Exampl, through him that Satisfies for our Rebellions by his perfection of obedience in our Behalf; we can never sure complain of an Egyptian Taskmaster, But may modestly rather make him Saint Austin is Challenge, Dam Domine quod jubes, & jube quod vis. cs pns12 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno12 p-acp po31 vvi, p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pno31 d vvz p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n1; pns12 vmb av-x av-j vvi pp-f dt jp n1, p-acp vmb av-j av-c vvi pno31 n1 np1 vbz vvb, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-fr. (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 366
1736 Do thou command us, ô Lord, even what thou wilt, whilst thou dost give us both to will, and also to do what thou commandest. Do thou command us, o Lord, even what thou wilt, while thou dost give us both to will, and also to do what thou Commandest. vdb pns21 vvb pno12, uh n1, av r-crq pns21 vm2, cs pns21 vd2 vvi pno12 d p-acp vmb, cc av p-acp vdb r-crq pns21 vv2. (14) part (DIV2) 266 Page 366
1737 § 10. Come we now from the first unto the following Ingredients, of which a perfectly good Master must be compos'd. He sets his Servants such a Task, § 10. Come we now from the First unto the following Ingredients, of which a perfectly good Master must be composed. He sets his Servants such a Task, § crd np1 pns12 av p-acp dt ord p-acp dt vvg n2, pp-f r-crq dt av-j j n1 vmb vbi vvn. pns31 vvz po31 n2 d dt n1, (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 366
1738 as is not only possible, but easy too; as is not only possible, but easy too; c-acp vbz xx av-j j, p-acp j av; (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 366
1739 nor only easy to be done, but pleasant commonly in the doing. First so easy to be done, that Sincerity is imputed and reckon'd to us in stead of Innocence; and a well-meant Endeavour doth pass with Christ for a Performance. Himself hath told us ( Matth. 7. 7.) That as pretious as Heaven is, we may have it for the asking. As inaccessibly as God is plac'd, we may find him for the seeking. And as fast as the Door is shut, we shall have it open'd for but the knocking. 'Tis true indeed our good Master hath both a Yoke, and a Burden, (Matth. 11. 30.) But the one is so easy, and the other is so light, that even his Yoke gives us freedom, and his Burden strength. It is therefore a NONLATINALPHABET, nor only easy to be done, but pleasant commonly in the doing. First so easy to be done, that Sincerity is imputed and reckoned to us in stead of Innocence; and a well-meant Endeavour does pass with christ for a Performance. Himself hath told us (Matthew 7. 7.) That as precious as Heaven is, we may have it for the asking. As inaccessibly as God is placed, we may find him for the seeking. And as fast as the Door is shut, we shall have it opened for but the knocking. It's true indeed our good Master hath both a Yoke, and a Burden, (Matthew 11. 30.) But the one is so easy, and the other is so Light, that even his Yoke gives us freedom, and his Burden strength. It is Therefore a, ccx j j pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp j av-j p-acp dt vdg. ord av j pc-acp vbi vdn, cst n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc dt j vvb vdz vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. px31 vhz vvn pno12 (np1 crd crd) cst p-acp j p-acp n1 vbz, pns12 vmb vhb pn31 p-acp dt vvg. p-acp av-j p-acp np1 vbz vvn, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt vvg. cc p-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vmb vhi pn31 vvn p-acp p-acp dt vvg. pn31|vbz j av po12 j n1 vhz d dt n1, cc dt n1, (np1 crd crd) p-acp dt pi vbz av j, cc dt n-jn vbz av j, cst av po31 vvi vvz pno12 n1, cc po31 vvi n1. pn31 vbz av dt, (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1740 or cold expression in St. Iohn, to say His Commandments are not grievous; or cold expression in Saint John, to say His commandments Are not grievous; cc j-jn n1 p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 vbr xx j; (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1741 for (to use the Physician 's Language) they are cordial and restaurative to such as faint, paregorical and anodynous to such as are in great pain. Witness the Recipe which is given by the great Physician of our Souls, Matth. 11. 29. where first having praemised, Come unto me all ye that labour and are heavy laden, for (to use the physician is Language) they Are cordial and restaurative to such as faint, paregorical and anodynous to such as Are in great pain. Witness the Recipe which is given by the great physician of our Souls, Matthew 11. 29. where First having premised, Come unto me all you that labour and Are heavy laden, p-acp (p-acp vvi dt n1 vbz n1) pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp d c-acp j, j cc j p-acp d c-acp vbr p-acp j n1. vvb dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, np1 crd crd n1 ord vhg vvn, vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vvb cc vbr j vvn, (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1742 and I will give you Rest; and I will give you Rest; cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 vvb; (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1743 he presently adds this Receipt, NONLATINALPHABET, Take my Yoke upon you, [ that is, my Praecepts, ] and ye shall find Rest unto your Souls. he presently adds this Receipt,, Take my Yoke upon you, [ that is, my Precepts, ] and you shall find Rest unto your Souls. pns31 av-j vvz d n1,, vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn22, [ cst vbz, po11 n2, ] cc pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2. (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1744 He binds us, we see, But with silken Fetters. He loads us indeed, But as the Poets loaded Atlas, when they plac'd that Heaven upon his shoulders, without the Influence of which he could not have stood upon his Feet. Thus our Lord (without a fiction) bids us bear our own Prop, and undergo such a Burden as holds us up; yea such a Burden as mounts us upwards. He binds us, we see, But with silken Fetters. He loads us indeed, But as the Poets loaded Atlas, when they placed that Heaven upon his shoulders, without the Influence of which he could not have stood upon his Feet. Thus our Lord (without a fiction) bids us bear our own Prop, and undergo such a Burden as holds us up; yea such a Burden as mounts us upward. pns31 vvz pno12, pns12 vvb, cc-acp p-acp j n2. pns31 n2 pno12 av, cc-acp c-acp dt n2 vvn np1, c-crq pns32 vvn cst n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp po31 n2. av po12 n1 (p-acp dt n1) vvz pno12 vvi po12 d n1, cc vvb d dt n1 p-acp vvz pno12 p-acp; uh d dt n1 c-acp vvz pno12 av-j. (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1745 Nor could we soar as high as Heaven, if we were not thus laden. § 11. Such is the easiness of our Service; Nor could we soar as high as Heaven, if we were not thus laden. § 11. Such is the easiness of our Service; ccx vmd pns12 vvi p-acp j p-acp n1, cs pns12 vbdr xx av vvn. § crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (14) part (DIV2) 267 Page 367
1746 And then for the pleasantness, we have the Verdict of St. Chrysostom, NONLATINALPHABET. And then for the pleasantness, we have the Verdict of Saint Chrysostom,. cc av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 np1,. (14) part (DIV2) 268 Page 368
1747 Vertue, without a Heaven, is so much pleasanter than Vice, that all the School of the Peripateticks thought sit to call it their Summum Bonum. Nor is there any thing more obvious in several parts of our Gospel, Virtue, without a Heaven, is so much pleasanter than Vice, that all the School of the Peripatetics Thought fit to call it their Summum Bonum. Nor is there any thing more obvious in several parts of our Gospel, n1, p-acp dt n1, vbz av d jc cs n1, cst d dt vvb pp-f dt n2 vvd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 po32 fw-la fw-la. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 av-dc j p-acp j n2 pp-f po12 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 268 Page 368
1748 than for Grace to be express'd by the Kingdom of Heaven. As if our present state of Grace were the Inchoation of our Glory; and that by the newness of our Life, we did but antedate our Resurrection. The greatest Happiness under Heaven, being as Aristotle defines it, than for Grace to be expressed by the Kingdom of Heaven. As if our present state of Grace were the Inchoation of our Glory; and that by the newness of our Life, we did but antedate our Resurrection. The greatest Happiness under Heaven, being as Aristotle defines it, cs p-acp vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. c-acp cs po12 j n1 pp-f vvb vbdr dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vdd p-acp vvi po12 n1. dt js n1 p-acp n1, vbg p-acp np1 vvz pn31, (14) part (DIV2) 268 Page 368
1749 when our Souls are ever working by the square and directions of the most exact and consummate vertue. For what but this was the design of our own good Master, in that Abridgment of all his Precepts, Be ye perfect as your Father in Heaven is perfect? when our Souls Are ever working by the square and directions of the most exact and consummate virtue. For what but this was the Design of our own good Master, in that Abridgment of all his Precepts, Be you perfect as your Father in Heaven is perfect? c-crq po12 n2 vbr av vvg p-acp dt j-jn cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j cc vvi n1. p-acp r-crq p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 d j n1, p-acp cst n1 pp-f d po31 n2, vbb pn22 j p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1 vbz j? (14) part (DIV2) 268 Page 368
1750 § 12. That other Master of mens Souls, Christ's Competitor for our Service, treats all his Vassals with greater Tyranny, § 12. That other Master of men's Souls, Christ's Competitor for our Service, treats all his Vassals with greater Tyranny, § crd cst j-jn vvb pp-f ng2 n2, npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n1, vvz d po31 n2 p-acp jc n1, (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 368
1751 than even the Malice of Zosimus could describe in Constantine, or Suetonius in Vespasian. Not only puts excize upon their offices of Nature, and makes them prostitute their Daughters to pay their Tribute; But even tortures them with the moral of what the Poets could but Invent. Uses the Proud man like Sisyphus, the Envious like Prometheus, the Avaricious like Tantalus, and the Lustful like Ixion. But now with This let us compare the most reasonable Service which Christ injoyns. than even the Malice of Zosimus could describe in Constantine, or Suetonius in Vespasian. Not only puts excise upon their Offices of Nature, and makes them prostitute their Daughters to pay their Tribute; But even tortures them with the moral of what the Poets could but Invent. Uses the Proud man like Sisyphus, the Envious like Prometheus, the Avaricious like Tantalus, and the Lustful like Ixion. But now with This let us compare the most reasonable Service which christ enjoins. cs av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp np1. xx av-j vvz n1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz pno32 vvi po32 n2 p-acp vvb po32 n1; p-acp j n2 pno32 p-acp dt j pp-f r-crq dt n2 vmd p-acp vvb. vvz dt j n1 av-j np1, dt j av-j np1, dt j av-j np1, cc dt j av-j np1. p-acp av p-acp d vvb pno12 vvi dt ds j n1 r-crq np1 vvz. (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 369
1752 He does not busy us at once about many things. He does not busy us At once about many things. pns31 vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp a-acp p-acp d n2. (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 369
1753 For his Commandments at the largest are but a Decalogue, and yet are shrunk to a Dichotomie. The whole Duty of a Christian being only This, To love his God with all his heart, and his Neighbour as himself. Now is there any thing in the world, either more suitable to our Nature, or more agreable to our desires, (I mean to our desires either of profit, or reputation, ) than to love God and our Neighbour after the measure that he injoyns? Nothing sure is more noble, than by the loving of our God, to become his Favourites and Friends; nothing more profitable or gainful, than by the loving of our Neighbour, to lay up Treasure upon use in the Bank of Heaven. Yet into these two Bottoms the several Duties of a Christian are all wound up. Which if we unravel into Particulars, what a lovely Rank of Graces may we observe to march forth? such as are Faith, and Humility, Chastity, and Sobriety, Mercifulness, and Iustice, and other Couples of the like nature; For his commandments At the Largest Are but a Decalogue, and yet Are shrunk to a Dichotomy. The Whole Duty of a Christian being only This, To love his God with all his heart, and his Neighbour as himself. Now is there any thing in the world, either more suitable to our Nature, or more agreeable to our Desires, (I mean to our Desires either of profit, or reputation,) than to love God and our Neighbour After the measure that he enjoins? Nothing sure is more noble, than by the loving of our God, to become his Favourites and Friends; nothing more profitable or gainful, than by the loving of our Neighbour, to lay up Treasure upon use in the Bank of Heaven. Yet into these two Bottoms the several Duties of a Christian Are all wound up. Which if we unravel into Particulars, what a lovely Rank of Graces may we observe to march forth? such as Are Faith, and Humility, Chastity, and Sobriety, Mercifulness, and justice, and other Couples of the like nature; p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt js vbr cc-acp dt n1, cc av vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp vbg j d, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp px31. av vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc j p-acp po12 n1, cc av-dc j p-acp po12 n2, (pns11 vvb p-acp po12 n2 d pp-f n1, cc n1,) cs p-acp n1 np1 cc po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz? pix j vbz av-dc j, cs p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2; pix dc j cc j, cs p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av p-acp d crd n2 dt j n2 pp-f dt np1 vbr d vvb a-acp. r-crq cs pns12 vvi p-acp n2-j, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n2 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp vvb av? d c-acp vbr n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1; (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 370
1754 Quae utique omnia non onerant nos, sed ornant, as somewhere Salvian is pleas'd to word it. Quae Utique omnia non onerant nos, sed ornant, as somewhere Salvian is pleased to word it. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1, c-acp av np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 370
1755 That is, our Duty is so much our ornament, our Labour so much our ease, and our Burden so much our prop, That our good Master in effect requires no more of us than This, That at least for his sake, That is, our Duty is so much our ornament, our Labour so much our ease, and our Burden so much our prop, That our good Master in Effect requires no more of us than This, That At least for his sake, cst vbz, po12 n1 vbz av d po12 n1, po12 vvb av d po12 vvi, cc po12 vvb av d po12 vvi, cst po12 j n1 p-acp n1 vvz av-dx dc pp-f pno12 av d, cst p-acp ds p-acp po31 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 370
1756 if not our own, we will do so much as be at Liberty; that we will gratisie him so far, if not our own, we will do so much as be At Liberty; that we will gratify him so Far, cs xx po12 d, pns12 vmb vdi av av-d c-acp vbb p-acp n1; cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av av-j, (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 370
1757 as to take our ease; and that in love to so good a Master, we will vouchsafe but to be happy. as to take our ease; and that in love to so good a Master, we will vouchsafe but to be happy. c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 vvi; cc cst p-acp vvb p-acp av j dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pc-acp vbi j. (14) part (DIV2) 269 Page 370
1758 § 13. But, to pass a little farther to other Instances of a good Master; Our Master Christ doth command us no meaner things, § 13. But, to pass a little farther to other Instances of a good Master; Our Master christ does command us no meaner things, § crd p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt j av-jc p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1; po12 n1 np1 vdz vvi pno12 dx jc n2, (14) part (DIV2) 270 Page 370
1759 than He Himself in his person hath done before us. He suffer'd a Birth, that he might be under the Law; than He Himself in his person hath done before us. He suffered a Birth, that he might be under the Law; cs pns31 px31 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12. pns31 vvn dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1; (14) part (DIV2) 270 Page 370
1760 and - indur'd a Life, that he might fulfil it. and - endured a Life, that he might fulfil it. cc - vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 270 Page 370
1761 Like the Emperour Hadrian in Spartianus, (who underwent as much Service as the meanest Soldier in his Army,) our Master thought it not below him, to wash and wipe his Disciples Feet: Call'd Iudas Friend, in the same Instant that he betray'd him. Like the Emperor Hadriani in Spartianus, (who underwent as much Service as the Meanest Soldier in his Army,) our Master Thought it not below him, to wash and wipe his Disciples Feet: Called Iudas Friend, in the same Instant that he betrayed him. j dt n1 np1 p-acp np1, (r-crq vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp po31 n1,) po12 vvb vvd pn31 xx p-acp pno31, p-acp vvb cc vvb po31 n2 n2: vvd np1 n1, p-acp dt d j-jn cst pns31 vvn pno31. (14) part (DIV2) 270 Page 371
1762 He emptied himself of Glory; became of no reputation; not only prayed for his Persecutors, but laid down his Life even for them that took it away. In every Action of his converse he set us a Copy of Obedience, as well to facilitate our Transcript, as to commend it; He emptied himself of Glory; became of no reputation; not only prayed for his Persecutors, but laid down his Life even for them that took it away. In every Actium of his converse he Set us a Copy of obedience, as well to facilitate our Transcript, as to commend it; pns31 vvn px31 pp-f n1; vvd pp-f dx n1; xx av-j vvd p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvn a-acp po31 n1 av p-acp pno32 cst vvd pn31 av. p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 vvi pns31 vvd pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av p-acp vvi po12 n1, c-acp p-acp vvb pn31; (14) part (DIV2) 270 Page 371
1763 that we might neither think it much, nor find it difficult. that we might neither think it much, nor find it difficult. cst pns12 vmd dx vvb pn31 av-d, ccx vvi pn31 j. (14) part (DIV2) 270 Page 371
1764 § 14. It is another great point of our Master's Goodness, That he does not break with us for every fault. Although we run away from him, (as, God know's, we do too often;) yet he does not in his displeasure presently turn us out of his Service; but desires that his Goodness may lead us back unto Repentance. And as he is not soon offended, so when he is, he is quickly pleas'd. We shall be sure to find mercy, at the price of shewing it. § 14. It is Another great point of our Masters goodness, That he does not break with us for every fault. Although we run away from him, (as, God know's, we do too often;) yet he does not in his displeasure presently turn us out of his Service; but Desires that his goodness may led us back unto Repentance. And as he is not soon offended, so when he is, he is quickly pleased. We shall be sure to find mercy, At the price of showing it. § crd pn31 vbz j-jn j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, cst pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1. cs pns12 vvb av p-acp pno31, (c-acp, np1 vvz, pns12 vdb av av;) av pns31 vdz xx p-acp po31 n1 av-j vvb pno12 av pp-f po31 n1; p-acp n2 cst po31 n1 vmb vvi pno12 av p-acp n1. cc c-acp pns31 vbz xx av vvn, av c-crq pns31 vbz, pns31 vbz av-j vvn. pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 371
1765 For Luke 6. 37. we are promis'd an NONLATINALPHABET for a cheap NONLATINALPHABET, 'Tis but forgive, and ye shall be forgiven. Nay so vehemently Good is our Master Christ, that he sends and sues to us for our consent to be forgiven. For Lycia 6. 37. we Are promised an for a cheap, It's but forgive, and you shall be forgiven. Nay so vehemently Good is our Master christ, that he sends and sues to us for our consent to be forgiven. p-acp av crd crd n1 vbr vvn dt p-acp dt j, pn31|vbz p-acp vvb, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn. uh av av-j j vbz po12 n1 np1, cst pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn. (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 371
1766 We are Embassadours for Christ, (saith St. Paul by the Spirit in his Epistle to the Corinthians, ) as if God himself did beseech you by us, we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled unto God, (2 Cor. 5. 20.) Is not this a strange height of Condescension, That God in Christ should beseech us, We Are ambassadors for christ, (Says Saint Paul by the Spirit in his Epistle to the Corinthians,) as if God himself did beseech you by us, we pray you in Christ's stead, be you reconciled unto God, (2 Cor. 5. 20.) Is not this a strange height of Condescension, That God in christ should beseech us, pns12 vbr n2 p-acp np1, (vvz n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1,) c-acp cs np1 px31 vdd vvi pn22 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp npg1 n1, vbb pn22 vvn p-acp np1, (crd np1 crd crd) vbz xx d dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 p-acp np1 vmd vvi pno12, (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 372
1767 and that Christ by his Ambassadours should pray unto us for a Pacification? That being neglected, He should court us? That being repulsed, He should covet us? That being buffetted, He should bless? and most unworthily affronted, he should intreat? Nay consider what it is, which he intreats to have granted. Not that He may be invited to be reconcil'd to us, but that we will be so gracious as to be reconcil'd to Him; implying God to be already reconciled unto us. And so his Intreaty is only This, That having done him a thousand wrongs, we will at last be friends with him. and that christ by his ambassadors should pray unto us for a Pacification? That being neglected, He should court us? That being repulsed, He should covet us? That being buffeted, He should bless? and most unworthily affronted, he should entreat? Nay Consider what it is, which he intreats to have granted. Not that He may be invited to be reconciled to us, but that we will be so gracious as to be reconciled to Him; implying God to be already reconciled unto us. And so his Entreaty is only This, That having done him a thousand wrongs, we will At last be Friends with him. cc cst np1 p-acp po31 n2 vmd vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1? cst vbg vvn, pns31 vmd vvi pno12? cst vbg vvn, pns31 vmd vvi pno12? cst vbg vvn, pns31 vmd vvi? cc av-ds av-j vvn, pns31 vmd vvi? uh vvb r-crq pn31 vbz, r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi vvn. xx d pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp d pns12 vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31; vvg np1 pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp pno12. cc av po31 n1 vbz j d, cst vhg vdn pno31 dt crd vvz, pns12 vmb p-acp ord vbi n2 p-acp pno31. (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 372
1768 That how many Injuries soever we have offer'd him for the time pass't, we will not aggravate them All, by our Contempt of that Pardon he offers to us. That how many Injuries soever we have offered him for the time passed, we will not aggravate them All, by our Contempt of that Pardon he offers to us. cst c-crq d n2 av pns12 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 vvd, pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32 d, p-acp po12 n1 pp-f d vvb pns31 vvz p-acp pno12. (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 372
1769 That having offended against his Iustice, we will not sin-away his Love, and his Mercy too. That having offended against his justice, we will not sin-away his Love, and his Mercy too. cst vhg vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb xx j po31 vvi, cc po31 n1 av. (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 372
1770 But that after the many Breaches which we alone have made wide betwixt Him and Us, we will finally admit of a Reconcilement. Thus it appears by the Ingredients of which a perfect Good Master may be compos'd, that Jesus Christ is a Good Master, But that After the many Breaches which we alone have made wide betwixt Him and Us, we will finally admit of a Reconcilement. Thus it appears by the Ingredients of which a perfect Good Master may be composed, that jesus christ is a Good Master, p-acp cst p-acp dt d n2 r-crq pns12 j vhb vvn j p-acp pno31 cc pno32, pns12 vmb av-j vvb pp-f dt n1. av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq dt j j n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst np1 np1 vbz dt j n1, (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 373
1771 and a Good Master in perfection. and a Good Master in perfection. cc dt j n1 p-acp n1. (14) part (DIV2) 271 Page 373
1772 § 15. Last of all, if to the work which our Lord requires, to wit obedience unto his Praecepts, we add the wages which he promiseth, Eternal Life, we must confess him as good a Master, as his Servants are able to wish, or fancy. Do but compare him with the Masters of greatest Note amongst the Heathen. Epicurus taught his Scholars, that the greatest Happiness they could aim at was the Pleasure of the Mind. Aristippus and Eudoxus were for that of the Body. Diodorus went no higher, § 15. Last of all, if to the work which our Lord requires, to wit Obedience unto his Precepts, we add the wages which he promises, Eternal Life, we must confess him as good a Master, as his Servants Are able to wish, or fancy. Do but compare him with the Masters of greatest Note among the Heathen. Epicurus taught his Scholars, that the greatest Happiness they could aim At was the Pleasure of the Mind. Aristippus and Eudoxus were for that of the Body. Diodorus went no higher, § crd ord pp-f d, cs p-acp dt vvb r-crq po12 n1 vvz, p-acp n1 n1 p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vvb dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp j dt n1, p-acp po31 n2 vbr j p-acp vvb, cc n1. vdb p-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f js n1 p-acp dt j-jn. npg1 vvd po31 n2, cst dt js n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1. npg1 cc np1 vbdr p-acp cst pp-f dt n1. np1 vvd dx jc, (14) part (DIV2) 272 Page 373
1773 than to the Absence only of Pain. Herillus thought rather the Perfection of knowledge. The Stoicks gave the preference to an Unpassionateness of Life. The Peripateticks made it of three Ingredients. The first whereof was Vertue, which they call the NONLATINALPHABET, than to the Absence only of Pain. Herillus Thought rather the Perfection of knowledge. The Stoics gave the preference to an Unpassionateness of Life. The Peripatetics made it of three Ingredients. The First whereof was Virtue, which they call the, cs p-acp dt n1 av-j pp-f n1. np1 vvn av-c dt n1 pp-f n1. dt njp2 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n2 vvd pn31 pp-f crd n2. dt ord c-crq vbds n1, r-crq pns32 vvb dt, (14) part (DIV2) 272 Page 373
1774 or great Essential; The second Ingredient was a Compound, comprehending all the Goods both of Body and Fortune, and those as the NONLATINALPHABET, not as Parts, but Subservients to the Foelicity of Man; or great Essential; The second Ingredient was a Compound, comprehending all the Goods both of Body and Fortune, and those as the, not as Parts, but Subservients to the Felicity of Man; cc j j; dt ord n1 vbds dt vvi, vvg d dt n2-j d pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d c-acp dt, xx p-acp n2, p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (14) part (DIV2) 272 Page 374
1775 The third was Pleasure, and that they were pleased to express by the NONLATINALPHABET, not as a part, or a subservient, but a meer Consequent of Bliss. The third was Pleasure, and that they were pleased to express by the, not as a part, or a subservient, but a mere Consequent of Bliss. dt ord vbds np1-n, cc d pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt, xx p-acp dt n1, cc dt fw-fr, p-acp dt j j pp-f n1. (14) part (DIV2) 272 Page 374
1776 Thus the great Masters amongst the Heathen did direct their Disciples by the Dimm light of Nature. But Christ alone is the good Master, who has both taught us as his Disciples, and also promis'd us as his Servants, Eternal Life. Thus the great Masters among the Heathen did Direct their Disciples by the Dimm Light of Nature. But christ alone is the good Master, who has both taught us as his Disciples, and also promised us as his Servants, Eternal Life. av dt j n2 p-acp dt j-jn vdd vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt np1 j pp-f n1. p-acp np1 j vbz dt j n1, r-crq vhz d vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n2, cc av vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n2, j n1. (14) part (DIV2) 272 Page 374
1777 § 16. And the least Measure of such Wages, as Life added to Eternity, and to Both the Fruition of God himself, is transcendently greater than the greatest measure of our Obedience. A Christian's Vails are more worth, than his Service comes to. § 16. And the least Measure of such Wages, as Life added to Eternity, and to Both the Fruition of God himself, is transcendently greater than the greatest measure of our obedience. A Christian's Vails Are more worth, than his Service comes to. § crd cc dt ds vvb pp-f d n2, c-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, vbz av-j jc cs dt js n1 pp-f po12 n1. dt njpg1 n2 vbr av-dc j, cs po31 n1 vvz p-acp. (14) part (DIV2) 273 Page 374
1778 The very Earnest our Master gives, (if we compare it with our work, ) might very well suffice for our Wages too. The very Earnest our Master gives, (if we compare it with our work,) might very well suffice for our Wages too. dt j j po12 n1 vvz, (cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 vvi,) n1 j av vvi p-acp po12 n2 av. (14) part (DIV2) 273 Page 374
1779 But his final Reward (which is express'd by Life Eternal ) does amount to so huge and unconceivable a value, that the Case stands with us, as heretofore with Simonides, when demanded by Hiero the Definition of God; the longer we study to sum it up, the more we shall find it unconceivable. And what we cannot conceive, we can much less utter. It is not only the greatest that we can have, nor only the greatest that can be had, but even the greatest we are able to ask or think, the greatest we are able to wish or fancy. The very Hope and Expectation of Life Eternal, although at many years distance, and wrapt up in Futurity, does carry with it the greatest Pleasure of which we are capable whilst we are here; not to mention those Pleasures which it will ravish us with hereafter. For That is sure the greatest wages, and carries with it the greatest pleasure, whose very hope and expectation is apt to soften the hardest work, and able to alleviate the heaviest Burden. But the hope and expectation of Life Eternal, and the Glory to be reveal'd, is apt to soften the hardest work, and to lighten the heaviest Burden; therefore That is the greatest wages, and carries with it the greatest Pleasure. The Assumption is to be prov'd by an Induction of particulars: But his final Reward (which is expressed by Life Eternal) does amount to so huge and unconceivable a valve, that the Case Stands with us, as heretofore with Simonides, when demanded by Hiero the Definition of God; the longer we study to sum it up, the more we shall find it unconceivable. And what we cannot conceive, we can much less utter. It is not only the greatest that we can have, nor only the greatest that can be had, but even the greatest we Are able to ask or think, the greatest we Are able to wish or fancy. The very Hope and Expectation of Life Eternal, although At many Years distance, and wrapped up in Futurity, does carry with it the greatest Pleasure of which we Are capable while we Are Here; not to mention those Pleasures which it will ravish us with hereafter. For That is sure the greatest wages, and carries with it the greatest pleasure, whose very hope and expectation is apt to soften the Hardest work, and able to alleviate the Heaviest Burden. But the hope and expectation of Life Eternal, and the Glory to be revealed, is apt to soften the Hardest work, and to lighten the Heaviest Burden; Therefore That is the greatest wages, and carries with it the greatest Pleasure. The Assump is to be proved by an Induction of particulars: p-acp po31 j n1 (r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 j) vdz vvi p-acp av j cc j dt n1, cst dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, c-acp av p-acp np1, c-crq vvn p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1; dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp vvb pn31 a-acp, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi pn31 j. cc r-crq pns12 vmbx vvb, pns12 vmb d av-dc j. pn31 vbz xx av-j dt js cst pns12 vmb vhi, ccx av-j dt js cst vmb vbi vhd, p-acp av dt js pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb cc vvb, dt js pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb cc n1. dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f n1 j, cs p-acp d n2 n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp n1, vdz vvi p-acp pn31 dt js n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr j cs pns12 vbr av; xx pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp av. p-acp cst vbz av-j dt js n2, cc vvz p-acp pn31 dt js n1, rg-crq j vvb cc n1 vbz j p-acp vvb dt js n1, cc j p-acp vvi dt js n1. p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f n1 j, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz j p-acp vvb dt js vvb, cc p-acp vvb dt js n1; av cst vbz dt js n2, cc vvz p-acp pn31 dt js n1. dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-j: (14) part (DIV2) 273 Page 375
1780 I mean the admirable Experiments which have been made in this life by Saints and Martyrs; whose very Torments have been sweeten'd and made delicious, by nothing else but the Foretasts of Life Eternal. Were Life Eternal nothing better, I mean the admirable Experiments which have been made in this life by Saints and Martyrs; whose very Torments have been sweetened and made delicious, by nothing Else but the Foretastes of Life Eternal. Were Life Eternal nothing better, pns11 vvb dt j n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 cc n2; rg-crq j vvz vhb vbn vvn cc j-vvn j, p-acp pix av cc-acp dt vvz pp-f n1 j. vbdr n1 j pix av-jc, (14) part (DIV2) 273 Page 376
1781 than a kind of perpetual Youth, an unmovable station upon the point of One-and-twenty, we may guess how much admir'd, and how much coveted it would be, by the Care which People take of their Embonpoint. How many use their Thrid of Life, as prudent Penelope did her Web? when being wound up to a Real Age, they unravel it again to a seeming Youth? So very willing they are to live, and yet so very unwilling to outlive Beauty, that they will needs court Eternity by a Nursery of Colours. So that when fifty or threescore years begin to be legible in their Faces, ( characters there dug by the Plough of Time, ) A Dash or two of their Pencil will strike off Twenty. And therefore the years which they have liv'd, though scarce the Childhood of Life Eternal, may yet assist them in its Discovery as far as a little imperfect Guess. They who fain would never dye, can tell me best how sweet is life; And They who fain would ne're be old, can best inform me of Eternity. than a kind of perpetual Youth, an unmovable station upon the point of One-and-twenty, we may guess how much admired, and how much coveted it would be, by the Care which People take of their Embonpoint. How many use their Thrid of Life, as prudent Penelope did her Web? when being wound up to a Real Age, they unravel it again to a seeming Youth? So very willing they Are to live, and yet so very unwilling to outlive Beauty, that they will needs court Eternity by a Nursery of Colours. So that when fifty or threescore Years begin to be legible in their Faces, (characters there dug by the Plough of Time,) A Dash or two of their Pencil will strike off Twenty. And Therefore the Years which they have lived, though scarce the Childhood of Life Eternal, may yet assist them in its Discovery as Far as a little imperfect Guess. They who fain would never die, can tell me best how sweet is life; And They who fain would never be old, can best inform me of Eternity. cs dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, pns12 vmb vvi c-crq d vvn, cc c-crq d vvn pn31 vmd vbi, p-acp dt vvb r-crq n1 vvb pp-f po32 np1. q-crq d vvb po32 ord pp-f n1, p-acp j np1 vdd po31 n1? c-crq n1 n1 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vvi pn31 av p-acp dt vvg n1? av j j pns32 vbr p-acp vvb, cc av av j j p-acp vvb n1, cst pns32 vmb av vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. av cst c-crq crd cc crd n2 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2, (n2 a-acp vvn p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1,) dt n1 cc crd pp-f po32 n1 vmb vvi a-acp crd. cc av dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvd, c-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 j, vmb av vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp av-j c-acp dt j j n1. pns32 r-crq av vmd av-x vvi, vmb vvi pno11 av-j c-crq j vbz n1; cc pns32 r-crq av vmd av-x vbb j, vmb av-js vvi pno11 pp-f n1. (14) part (DIV2) 273 Page 376
1782 § 17. But I must not here make a Panegyrick of Life Eternal; § 17. But I must not Here make a Panegyric of Life Eternal; § crd p-acp pns11 vmb xx av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 j; (14) part (DIV2) 274 Page 376
1783 as well because I insisted on it in considering the nature of the young man's Inquiry, as because I must hasten to make Advantage of what already hath been deliver'd. as well Because I insisted on it in considering the nature of the young Man's Inquiry, as Because I must hasten to make Advantage of what already hath been Delivered. c-acp av c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, c-acp c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f r-crq av vhz vbn vvn. (14) part (DIV2) 274 Page 377
1784 Since therefore Christ is so much a Master, as to beget our greatest Reverence; And yet a Master so full of goodness, as to merit our greatest Love; a Master, to challenge our obedience; Since Therefore christ is so much a Master, as to beget our greatest reverence; And yet a Master so full of Goodness, as to merit our greatest Love; a Master, to challenge our Obedience; c-acp av np1 vbz av av-d dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 js n1; cc av dt n1 av j pp-f n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 js vvb; dt n1, p-acp vvb po12 n1; (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 377
1785 and a Good Master, to invite it; and a Good Master, to invite it; cc dt j n1, p-acp vvb pn31; (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 377
1786 A Master, to keep us from Contempt; and yet withal a good Master, whereby to give us Familiarity; A Master, to set us on work; and a good Master, to reward us; A Master, to keep us from Contempt; and yet withal a good Master, whereby to give us Familiarity; A Master, to Set us on work; and a good Master, to reward us; dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1; cc av av dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi pno12 n1; dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvi; cc dt j n1, p-acp vvb pno12; (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 377
1787 Since (I say) he is so good, as to be willing to Allure, what he is so much a Master, as to be able to compel; Since our Imployment is not only very proportionable to our strength, but very conformable to our Nature; not only tending to our Interest, but even agreeable to our Desires; Since our Master is Goodness it self, our Service Freedom as well as Pleasure, and our Wages Eternal Life; Let us not serve him only for fear, but let us fear him only for love. Rather as a Good Master, who will Reward, than as a Master, who can punish. Let not our obedience be meerly servile, and only paid to the Law of a Carnal Commandment, (Heb. 7. 16.) But filial rather and ingenuous, to the Law that is Spiritual, (Rom. 7. 14.) Iob was objected against by Satan, that he serv'd God for something; and that the source of his obedience was but a mercenary Devotion. Since (I say) he is so good, as to be willing to Allure, what he is so much a Master, as to be able to compel; Since our Employment is not only very proportionable to our strength, but very conformable to our Nature; not only tending to our Interest, but even agreeable to our Desires; Since our Master is goodness it self, our Service Freedom as well as Pleasure, and our Wages Eternal Life; Let us not serve him only for Fear, but let us Fear him only for love. Rather as a Good Master, who will Reward, than as a Master, who can Punish. Let not our Obedience be merely servile, and only paid to the Law of a Carnal Commandment, (Hebrew 7. 16.) But filial rather and ingenuous, to the Law that is Spiritual, (Rom. 7. 14.) Job was objected against by Satan, that he served God for something; and that the source of his Obedience was but a mercenary Devotion. c-acp (pns11 vvb) pns31 vbz av j, a-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvb, r-crq pns31 vbz av av-d dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvi; p-acp po12 n1 vbz xx av-j j j p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j j p-acp po12 n1; xx av-j vvg p-acp po12 n1, p-acp av j p-acp po12 vvz; p-acp po12 vvb vbz n1 pn31 n1, po12 n1 n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, cc po12 n2 j n1; vvb pno12 xx vvi pno31 av-j p-acp vvb, p-acp vvb pno12 vvi pno31 av-j p-acp vvb. av-c p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi, cs p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi. vvb xx po12 n1 vbb av-j j, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (np1 crd crd) p-acp j av cc j, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j, (np1 crd crd) np1 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvn np1 p-acp pi; cc d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 378
1788 Now though we cannot but have something for serving God, yet (that Hell may not upbraid us) let us serve him for nothing more, Now though we cannot but have something for serving God, yet (that Hell may not upbraid us) let us serve him for nothing more, av cs pns12 vmbx cc-acp vhi pi p-acp vvg np1, av (cst n1 vmb xx vvi pno12) vvb pno12 vvi pno31 p-acp pix av-dc, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 378
1789 than the honour and happiness to serve him. than the honour and happiness to serve him. cs dt n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb pno31. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 378
1790 Shall we serve our Good Master from the same base Principle, from which the very worst Servants will serve an ill one? For shame let us not serve him, Shall we serve our Good Master from the same base Principle, from which the very worst Servants will serve an ill one? For shame let us not serve him, vmb pns12 vvi po12 j n1 p-acp dt d j n1, p-acp r-crq dt j js n2 vmb vvi dt j-jn crd? p-acp n1 vvb pno12 xx vvi pno31, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 378
1791 as vanquish't People do serve their Tyrants, or as some poor Indians do serve the Devil, only to the end that he may not hurt us. Will he accept of our Service (think ye) when we do make him our shelter, but not our choice? a kind of NONLATINALPHABET, as vanquished People do serve their Tyrants, or as Some poor Indians do serve the devil, only to the end that he may not hurt us. Will he accept of our Service (think you) when we do make him our shelter, but not our choice? a kind of, c-acp vvn n1 vdb vvi po32 n2, cc c-acp d j np1 vdb vvi dt n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno12. vmb pns31 vvb pp-f po12 n1 (vvi pn22) c-crq pns12 vdb vvi pno31 po12 vvi, p-acp xx po12 j? dt n1 pp-f, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 378
1792 or a meer Plank after a shipwrack? He is little beholding to such a Proselyte, whom only his Enemy hath made his Friend; and may rather thank Hell for our Obedience, when we come to him but in a Fright. I would not (with the Woman who was met in the way by Bishop Ivo, with a Firebrand in one hand, or a mere Plank After a shipwreck? He is little beholding to such a Proselyte, whom only his Enemy hath made his Friend; and may rather thank Hell for our obedience, when we come to him but in a Fright. I would not (with the Woman who was met in the Way by Bishop Ivo, with a Firebrand in one hand, cc dt j np1 p-acp dt n1? pns31 vbz av-j vvg p-acp d dt n1, r-crq av-j po31 n1 vhz vvn po31 n1; cc vmb av-c vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp dt vvb. pns11 vmd xx (p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 379
1793 and a Bucket of Water in the other, ) either burn up the Joys of Heaven, or extinguish the Fire of Hell; But so much I am of that Woman's mind, that (if I might have mine own wish,) I would have all Christian Servants to love This Master a great deal more than the Ioys of Heaven; And I would have them fear his Anger a great deal more than the Pains of Hell. If He did empty himself of Glory, and as it were go out of Himself to give us Grace; How should we empty our selves of all that is dear unto us, and a Bucket of Water in the other,) either burn up the Joys of Heaven, or extinguish the Fire of Hell; But so much I am of that Woman's mind, that (if I might have mine own wish,) I would have all Christian Servants to love This Master a great deal more than the Joys of Heaven; And I would have them Fear his Anger a great deal more than the Pains of Hell. If He did empty himself of Glory, and as it were go out of Himself to give us Grace; How should we empty our selves of all that is dear unto us, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn,) d vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp av av-d pns11 vbm pp-f cst ng1 n1, cst (cs pns11 vmd vhi png11 d n1,) pns11 vmd vhi d njp n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 dt j n1 dc cs dt n2 pp-f n1; cc pns11 vmd vhi pno32 vvi po31 vvi dt j n1 dc cs dt n2 pp-f n1. cs pns31 vdd j px31 pp-f n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvi av pp-f px31 p-acp vvi pno12 n1; c-crq vmd pns12 j po12 n2 pp-f d cst vbz j-jn p-acp pno12, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 379
1794 and even go out of our selves too, by Self-denials, to advance his Glory? O let us therefore be such generous and disinteressed Servants, and even go out of our selves too, by Self-denials, to advance his Glory? Oh let us Therefore be such generous and disinteressed Servants, cc j vvb av pp-f po12 n2 av, p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1? uh vvb pno12 av vbi d j cc vvn n2, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 379
1795 as to vye Obedience with his Commands. as to vie obedience with his Commands. c-acp p-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 vvz. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 379
1796 In an humble kind of Contention, let us indeavour to out-do, and (if occasion ever serve) to outsuffer what he commands us. In an humble kind of Contention, let us endeavour to outdo, and (if occasion ever serve) to outsuffer what he commands us. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvb, cc (cs n1 av vvi) p-acp vvb r-crq pns31 vvz pno12. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 379
1797 Since Heaven it self is the Merchandize, which (in the Parable of our Lord) must be sold for sweat; let us more out-bid the Pharisees, than the Pharisees did the Law. And that our Master may say to us in his Kingdom of Glory, [ Well done good Servants, ] Say we to him in this of Grace, [ Good Master what shall we do? ] Let us not admit of Ignobler Motives for the present exciting us to our Duties, than the bare doing them in this world, Since Heaven it self is the Merchandise, which (in the Parable of our Lord) must be sold for sweat; let us more outbid the Pharisees, than the Pharisees did the Law. And that our Master may say to us in his Kingdom of Glory, [ Well done good Servants, ] Say we to him in this of Grace, [ Good Master what shall we do? ] Let us not admit of Ignobler Motives for the present exciting us to our Duties, than the bore doing them in this world, p-acp n1 pn31 n1 vbz dt n1, r-crq (p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1) vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb; vvb pno12 dc vvb dt np2, cs dt np1 vdd dt n1. cc d po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, [ av vdn j n2, ] vvb pns12 p-acp pno31 p-acp d pp-f n1, [ j n1 r-crq vmb pns12 vdi? ] vvb pno12 xx vvi pp-f jc n2 p-acp dt j j pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cs dt j vdg pno32 p-acp d n1, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 380
1798 and an Inheritance in the next. A good life here, and hereafter an Eternal. Now the Earnest of our Service, and an Inheritance in the next. A good life Here, and hereafter an Eternal. Now the Earnest of our Service, cc dt n1 p-acp dt ord. dt j n1 av, cc av dt j. av dt j pp-f po12 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 380
1799 and then the Wages. The very Earnest of such an Estimate, but so inestimable the Wages, that 'tis not so fit to be describ'd, as to be press'd and urg'd home on a Congregation. and then the Wages. The very Earnest of such an Estimate, but so inestimable the Wages, that it's not so fit to be described, as to be pressed and urged home on a Congregation. cc av dt n2. dt j j pp-f d dt n1, p-acp av j dt n2, cst pn31|vbz xx av j pc-acp vbi vvn, a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd av-an p-acp dt n1. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 380
1800 For the Knowledge of This (unlike That of other things) dwells in the Heart, not in the Head. The way to understand the Joys of Heaven (with St. Paul, ) is (with St. Paul ) to be rapt up thither. Rapt up in zeal, and affection, not in fancy, and speculation. In the yerning of the Bowels, not in the working of the Brains. Let the Scepticks therefore dispute themselves to Heaven, whilst we in silence are walking thither. For the Knowledge of This (unlike That of other things) dwells in the Heart, not in the Head. The Way to understand the Joys of Heaven (with Saint Paul,) is (with Saint Paul) to be rapt up thither. Rapt up in zeal, and affection, not in fancy, and speculation. In the yearning of the Bowels, not in the working of the Brains. Let the Sceptics Therefore dispute themselves to Heaven, while we in silence Are walking thither. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d (av-j d pp-f j-jn n2) vvz p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 dt n1 p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 (p-acp n1 np1,) vbz (p-acp n1 np1) pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av. vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc n1, xx p-acp n1, cc n1. p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2, xx p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2. vvb dt n2-jn av vvb px32 p-acp n1, cs pns12 p-acp n1 vbr vvg av. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 380
1801 Let the Schoolmen take it in subtilty, and we in deed. Let the Pelagians or Socinians try to purchase Eternal Life, whilst we inherit it. Let the Schoolmen take it in subtlety, and we in deed. Let the Pelagians or socinians try to purchase Eternal Life, while we inherit it. vvb dt n2 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, cc pns12 p-acp n1. vvb dt n2 cc njp2 vvi p-acp vvb j n1, cs pns12 vvb pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 380
1802 Let the Sanguin Fiduciary possess himself of Bliss, whilst we contend for it. Let the Sanguine Fiduciary possess himself of Bliss, while we contend for it. vvb dt j j vvi px31 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pn31. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 381
1803 Let the Philosopher injoy it as well as he can in his Contemplations; we shall best contemplate it in our Injoyment. Let the Philosopher enjoy it as well as he can in his Contemplations; we shall best contemplate it in our Enjoyment. vvb dt n1 vvi pn31 a-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp po31 n2; pns12 vmb av-js vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1. (14) part (DIV2) 275 Page 381
1804 Which God of his Mercy vouchsafe unto us, even for the Glory of his Name, Which God of his Mercy vouchsafe unto us, even for the Glory of his Name, r-crq np1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi p-acp pno12, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (14) part (DIV2) 276 Page 381
1805 and for the worthiness of his Son, our great and good Master the Lord Jesus Christ. and for the worthiness of his Son, our great and good Master the Lord jesus christ. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po12 j cc j n1 dt n1 np1 np1. (14) part (DIV2) 276 Page 381
1806 To whom with the Father in the Unity of the Spirit, be Honour and Glory both now and for ever. To whom with the Father in the Unity of the Spirit, be Honour and Glory both now and for ever. p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb n1 cc n1 av-d av cc p-acp av. (14) part (DIV2) 276 Page 381
1807 THE INHERITANCE OF ETERNITY IS God's Free Gift After all our WORKING. THE INHERITANCE OF ETERNITY IS God's Free Gift After all our WORKING. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz npg1 j n1 p-acp d po12 vvg. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 276 Page 383
1808 MARK X. 17. Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Aeternal Life? MARK X. 17. Good Master, what shall I do, that I may Inherit Eternal Life? np1 fw-la crd j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 276 Page 383
1809 A Quaestion set forth in such happy Terms, that I conceive it will be easy to resolve it out of it self. For the way to inherit Eternal Life, is to receive and own Christ both as a Master, and as a Good Master; A Question Set forth in such happy Terms, that I conceive it will be easy to resolve it out of it self. For the Way to inherit Eternal Life, is to receive and own christ both as a Master, and as a Good Master; dt vvb vvi av p-acp d j n2, cst pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb pn31 av pp-f pn31 n1. p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb j n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cc d np1 d c-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 277 Page 384
1810 to obey him as the first, and to love him as the second, and to revere him as both together; and when All is done, still to ask what we shall do; to believe he will reward us according to our Doings, to obey him as the First, and to love him as the second, and to revere him as both together; and when All is done, still to ask what we shall do; to believe he will reward us according to our Doings, p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp dt ord, cc p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp dt ord, cc p-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d av; cc c-crq d vbz vdn, av pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmb vdi; pc-acp vvi pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp po12 n2-vdg, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 277 Page 384
1811 and not only so, but above them too. and not only so, but above them too. cc xx av-j av, p-acp p-acp pno32 av. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 277 Page 384
1812 The Compellation having been handled in both its parts, I must proceed unto the matter and the manner of the Quaestion, together with the manner of attaining to the End, or the final Cause. The matter is imply'd in the NONLATINALPHABET, and the manner in the NONLATINALPHABET. The Compellation having been handled in both its parts, I must proceed unto the matter and the manner of the Question, together with the manner of attaining to the End, or the final Cause. The matter is implied in the, and the manner in the. dt n1 vhg vbn vvn p-acp d po31 n2, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt vvb, cc dt j n1. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt, cc dt n1 p-acp dt. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 278 Page 384
1813 From both together there ariseth this Doctrinal Proposition. From both together there arises this Doctrinal Proposition. p-acp d av a-acp vvz d j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 278 Page 384
1814 That in duty and gratitude to such a Good Master as This, we must accompt our selves obliged to two Returns. That in duty and gratitude to such a Good Master as This, we must account our selves obliged to two Returns. cst p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 vvn p-acp crd vvz. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 279 Page 384
1815 To wit a Readiness of obedience, and a Resignedness of Wills. First a Readiness of Obedience, even because he is our Master: Next a Resignedness of Wills, because he is a Good Master. To wit a Readiness of Obedience, and a Resignedness of Wills. First a Readiness of obedience, even Because he is our Master: Next a Resignedness of Wills, Because he is a Good Master. p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. ord dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1: ord dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 279 Page 384
1816 Our Christian Tribute to both together, [ to wit his Authority, and his Goodness, ] must be at once Universal and Unconstrain'd. NONLATINALPHABET; Our Christian Tribute to both together, [ to wit his authority, and his goodness, ] must be At once Universal and Unconstrained.; np1 njp n1 p-acp d av, [ pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, ] vmb vbi p-acp a-acp j-u cc j.; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 279 Page 384
1817 what shall I do? that is to say, I will do any thing. what shall I do? that is to say, I will do any thing. r-crq vmb pns11 vdi? cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vdi d n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 279 Page 384
1818 I am ready to perform whatsoever thou shalt appoint, be it never so harsh, or be it never so difficult. For Life Eternal is such a prize, as for which I can never do enough. I say not therefore what I will do, I am ready to perform whatsoever thou shalt appoint, be it never so harsh, or be it never so difficult. For Life Eternal is such a prize, as for which I can never do enough. I say not Therefore what I will do, pns11 vbm j p-acp vvb r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi, vbb pn31 av-x av j, cc vbi pn31 av-x av j. p-acp n1 j vbz d dt vvb, a-acp p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb av-x vdi av-d. pns11 vvb xx av r-crq pns11 vmb vdb, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 279 Page 385
1819 but humbly ask what I shall. This I take to be the Scope of the NONLATINALPHABET; and by consequence the ground of my Proposition. but humbly ask what I shall. This I take to be the Scope of the; and by consequence the ground of my Proposition. cc-acp av-j vvi r-crq pns11 vmb. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt; cc p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 279 Page 385
1820 When I contemplate on God Almighty as the NONLATINALPHABET, (to use the phrase of the Pythagoreans, ) both as a God, and as a Creator, In his Essence, and in his Attributes, in the Unity of his Nature, and in the Variety of his Works; I know not whether I should conclude him to be more simple in Himself, or else more different in his Dispensations. And though this Difference does appear in the whole oeconomy of the Creation; yet is it no where so conspicuous, as it is betwixt us, and our Fellow-Creatures. Which if we have leisure but to compare, we shall find in other Creatures so many Traces of God's Divinity, But withal in our selves such great Remarques of his special Favour, that though to Them he is a just and a gracious God, I may say that to us he is a Partial one. When I contemplate on God Almighty as the, (to use the phrase of the pythagoreans,) both as a God, and as a Creator, In his Essence, and in his Attributes, in the Unity of his Nature, and in the Variety of his Works; I know not whither I should conclude him to be more simple in Himself, or Else more different in his Dispensations. And though this Difference does appear in the Whole economy of the Creation; yet is it not where so conspicuous, as it is betwixt us, and our Fellow-Creatures. Which if we have leisure but to compare, we shall find in other Creatures so many Traces of God's Divinity, But withal in our selves such great Remarks of his special Favour, that though to Them he is a just and a gracious God, I may say that to us he is a Partial one. c-crq pns11 vvi p-acp np1 j-jn p-acp dt, (pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp2,) d p-acp dt np1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvz; pns11 vvb xx cs pns11 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dc j p-acp px31, cc av av-dc j p-acp po31 n2. cc cs d n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; av vbz pn31 xx c-crq av j, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, cc po12 n2. r-crq cs pns12 vhb n1 cc-acp p-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n2 av d n2 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp av p-acp po12 n2 d j vvz pp-f po31 j n1, cst cs p-acp pno32 pns31 vbz dt j cc dt j np1, pns11 vmb vvi cst p-acp pno12 pns31 vbz dt j crd. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 386
1821 They acknowledge him a Soveraign; But we have the honour to call him Father. They are the objects of his Almightiness, But we of his Indulgence and tender Love. Them indeed he created, But us he created in a Similitude with Himself. Them he hath confin'd unto the Dictates of an Appetite; But hath turn'd us loose unto the Liberty of a Will. Them he condemn'd to be infallible, for want of reason; To us he gives the use of reason, and so the privilege to be led into Truth or Error. As they are never unfaithful, so are they ever press'd Soldiers in God's great Host. But we have the honour to be capable either of Blame or Commendation, by our being either Rebels, or Voluntiers. And according to this Diversity of Endowments in the Creature, 'Tis very just he should expect a like Diversity of Obedience. From Them a fatal obedience; They acknowledge him a Sovereign; But we have the honour to call him Father. They Are the objects of his Almightiness, But we of his Indulgence and tender Love. Them indeed he created, But us he created in a Similitude with Himself. Them he hath confined unto the Dictates of an Appetite; But hath turned us lose unto the Liberty of a Will. Them he condemned to be infallible, for want of reason; To us he gives the use of reason, and so the privilege to be led into Truth or Error. As they Are never unfaithful, so Are they ever pressed Soldiers in God's great Host. But we have the honour to be capable either of Blame or Commendation, by our being either Rebels, or Volunteers. And according to this Diversity of Endowments in the Creature, It's very just he should expect a like Diversity of obedience. From Them a fatal Obedience; pns32 vvb pno31 dt j-jn; p-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 n1. pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp pns12 pp-f po31 n1 cc j vvi. pno32 av pns31 vvn, p-acp pno12 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31. pno32 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1; cc-acp vhz vvn pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vmb. pno32 pns31 j-vvn pc-acp vbi j, p-acp vvb pp-f n1; p-acp pno12 pns31 vvz dt vvb pp-f n1, cc av dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp pns32 vbr av-x j, av vbr pns32 av vvn n2 p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j av-d pp-f vvb cc n1, p-acp po12 n1 d n2, cc n2. cc vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz av j pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1. p-acp pno32 dt j n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 386
1822 from us a filial. They are to suffer their Maker's will; But we properly to do it. from us a filial. They Are to suffer their Maker's will; But we properly to do it. p-acp pno12 dt j. pns32 vbr p-acp vvb po32 ng1 n1; cc-acp pns12 av-j p-acp vdb pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 386
1823 They to serve him out of necessity; But we from choice. They are to submit to his Good Pleasure; But we to love it. They to serve him out of necessity; But we from choice. They Are to submit to his Good Pleasure; But we to love it. pns32 p-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f n1; p-acp pns12 p-acp n1. pns32 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp po31 j n1; cc-acp pns12 p-acp vvb pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 386
1824 Or (to sum up the Difference with greater praeciseness as well as brevity, ) The other Creatures may be said not to resist his Commands; Or (to sum up the Difference with greater praeciseness as well as brevity,) The other Creatures may be said not to resist his Commands; cc (p-acp n1 a-acp dt n1 p-acp jc n1 c-acp av c-acp n1,) dt j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn xx pc-acp vvi po31 vvz; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 387
1825 But we only to obey them. But we only to obey them. cc-acp pns12 av-j p-acp vvb pno32. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 387
1826 Obedience properly being That, which proceeds from Option; And That the best of our obedience, which is the Production of our Love. obedience properly being That, which proceeds from Option; And That the best of our Obedience, which is the Production of our Love. n1 av-j n1 cst, r-crq vvz p-acp n1; cc cst dt av-js pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 vvi. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 280 Page 387
1827 But see how much the Scene is shifted, since first we enter'd upon the Theatre; and how oppositely we act to God's Great Design. For the Ox knoweth his owner, But see how much the Scene is shifted, since First we entered upon the Theatre; and how oppositely we act to God's Great Design. For the Ox Knoweth his owner, p-acp vvi c-crq av-d dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp ord po12 vvn p-acp dt n1; cc c-crq av-j po12 vvi p-acp npg1 j n1. p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 281 Page 387
1828 and the Ass his Master's Crib; God's other Creatures will, but only his People will not obey him. and the Ass his Masters Crib; God's other Creatures will, but only his People will not obey him. cc dt n1 po31 ng1 n1; npg1 j-jn n2 vmb, p-acp av-j po31 n1 vmb xx vvi pno31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 281 Page 387
1829 The Sun was not too high, nor the Sea too unruly; Hell was not too guilty, nor the Grave too strong. For we know the very Devils obey'd our Saviour in his Life; and Death it self at his Resurrection. But as if the partiality of God to man, by which he made him as the youngest, so the dearest Child of his Creation, had only given us that sad and accursed Privilege, of becoming more obliged, and by consequence more miserable, because more ingrateful than all the Rest; The Sun was not too high, nor the Sea too unruly; Hell was not too guilty, nor the Grave too strong. For we know the very Devils obeyed our Saviour in his Life; and Death it self At his Resurrection. But as if the partiality of God to man, by which he made him as the youngest, so the dearest Child of his Creation, had only given us that sad and accursed Privilege, of becoming more obliged, and by consequence more miserable, Because more ingrateful than all the Rest; dt n1 vbds xx av j, ccx dt n1 av j; n1 vbds xx av j, ccx dt j av j. c-acp pns12 vvb dt j n2 vvd po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc n1 pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt js, av dt js-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, vhd av-j vvn pno12 d j cc j-vvn n1, pp-f j-vvg n1 vvn, cc p-acp n1 av-dc j, p-acp dc j cs d dt n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 281 Page 387
1830 we, the NONLATINALPHABET in St. Chrysostom, even the Pride of his Workmanship, and the prime Business of his Providence, are the sole Remnant of his Creation, who turn the Instances of his Goodness into Unnatural Instruments of his Dishonour. The only sublunary Creatures that Understand his will, we, the in Saint Chrysostom, even the Pride of his Workmanship, and the prime Business of his Providence, Are the sole Remnant of his Creation, who turn the Instances of his goodness into Unnatural Instruments of his Dishonour. The only sublunary Creatures that Understand his will, pns12, dt p-acp n1 np1, av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbr dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f po31 vvb. dt j j n2 cst vvb po31 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 281 Page 388
1831 And yet (the Devils alone excepted) the only Creatures that dispute it. And yet (the Devils alone excepted) the only Creatures that dispute it. cc av (dt n2 av-j vvn) dt j n2 cst vvb pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 281 Page 388
1832 Some there are who will obey him by all means possible, But with a tacit Proviso that he will first obey Them. So far forth as they are pleas'd with the condition of his Service, they are ready to serve him in what he pleaseth. If Christ but once say the word, they will quickly follow him to Mount Tabor, or (if need be) they will go before him. some there Are who will obey him by all means possible, But with a tacit Proviso that he will First obey Them. So Far forth as they Are pleased with the condition of his Service, they Are ready to serve him in what he Pleases. If christ but once say the word, they will quickly follow him to Mount Tabor, or (if need be) they will go before him. d pc-acp vbr r-crq vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d n2 j, cc-acp p-acp dt fw-fr n1 cst pns31 vmb ord vvi np1 av av-j av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz. cs np1 p-acp a-acp vvb dt n1, pns32 vmb av-j vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi n1, cc (cs n1 vbi) pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 282 Page 388
1833 But when he goes to Mount Calvary, they will be sure to stay behind; or they will follow him then too, that is, they will not come near him. But when he Goes to Mount Calvary, they will be sure to stay behind; or they will follow him then too, that is, they will not come near him. p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi np1, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp; cc pns32 vmb vvi pno31 cs av, cst vbz, pns32 vmb xx vvi av-j pno31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 282 Page 388
1834 Move after him they will, but will think it good manners, to do it at a great and an humble Distance, like the Catharists of old, who of late are call'd Puritans, (the more Unclean in God's Eyes for being so righteous in their own, ) on a praesumption they shall dye the Death of the righteous, they do not much scruple what life they lead. Move After him they will, but will think it good manners, to do it At a great and an humble Distance, like the Catharists of old, who of late Are called Puritans, (the more Unclean in God's Eyes for being so righteous in their own,) on a presumption they shall die the Death of the righteous, they do not much scruple what life they led. vvb p-acp pno31 pns32 vmb, cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 j n2, pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1, av-j dt n2 pp-f j, r-crq pp-f j vbr vvn np2, (dt dc j-u p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp vbg av j p-acp po32 d,) p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns32 vdb xx d n1 r-crq n1 pns32 vvb. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 282 Page 388
1835 The Promises of their good Master they swallow down very glibly; But his Praecepts they cannot digest. They had rather idly gape after Life Eternal, The Promises of their good Master they swallow down very glibly; But his Precepts they cannot digest. They had rather idly gape After Life Eternal, dt vvz pp-f po32 j n1 pns32 vvb a-acp j av-j; p-acp po31 n2 pns32 vmbx vvb. pns32 vhd av-c av-j vvb p-acp n1 j, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 282 Page 389
1836 than by a rigid obedience take the pains to go towards it. than by a rigid Obedience take the pains to go towards it. cs p-acp dt j n1 vvb dt n2 p-acp vvb p-acp pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 282 Page 389
1837 Or if perhaps they are content with the working out of their Salvation, yet their Assurance of their Election will not suffer them to do it with fear and trembling. They so abominate the Popery of coming thither ex condigno, and so hate the Pelagianism of seeming worthy, as not to take any care of becoming fit. 'Tis most agreable with the privilege which they pretend to, to be with Christ at his Ascension; from whence they leave him all his life to converse with Publicans; and look upon him at his Death as fit to be companied only by Thieves. Or if perhaps they Are content with the working out of their Salvation, yet their Assurance of their Election will not suffer them to do it with Fear and trembling. They so abominate the Popery of coming thither ex condigno, and so hate the Pelagianism of seeming worthy, as not to take any care of becoming fit. It's most agreeable with the privilege which they pretend to, to be with christ At his Ascension; from whence they leave him all his life to converse with Publicans; and look upon him At his Death as fit to be companied only by Thieves. cc cs av pns32 vbr j p-acp dt vvg av pp-f po32 n1, av po32 n1 pp-f po32 n1 vmb xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg. pns32 av vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg av fw-la fw-la, cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f j-vvg j, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j-vvg j. pn31|vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1; p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pno31 d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvd av-j p-acp n2. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 282 Page 389
1838 There are others of a less Sanguin, and so a less credulous constitution; There Are Others of a less Sanguine, and so a less credulous constitution; pc-acp vbr n2-jn pp-f dt av-dc j, cc av dt dc j n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 389
1839 who do not throw themselves so wholly, or rather so supinely, into the Arms of Christ Jesus, who do not throw themselves so wholly, or rather so supinely, into the Arms of christ jesus, q-crq vdb xx vvi px32 av av-jn, cc av-c av av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 389
1840 or so expect to be carried upon his shoulders, as not to make use of their Eyes and Feet too. or so expect to be carried upon his shoulders, as not to make use of their Eyes and Feet too. cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 av. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 389
1841 Only the worst of it is this, that having cheerfully follow'd him through all the passages of his Life, they at last forsake him at his Cross; And if they betray him not, Only the worst of it is this, that having cheerfully followed him through all the passages of his Life, they At last forsake him At his Cross; And if they betray him not, j dt js pp-f pn31 vbz d, cst vhg av-j vvd pno31 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 p-acp ord vvi pno31 p-acp po31 vvi; cc cs pns32 vvb pno31 xx, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 390
1842 like Iudas, yet like Peter, they will not own him. like Iudas, yet like Peter, they will not own him. av-j np1, av av-j np1, pns32 vmb xx d pno31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 390
1843 Keep him company they will to the Brink of Happiness, But there affrightedly start back like their Brother Demas. Or else like Agrippa, NONLATINALPHABET, they are within a very little of being good Christians; as having made a fair shift to pass the narrowness of the way, but only sticking as 'twere at last at the straitness of the Gate. As if when after a tedious march they are advanced as far as the Door of Heaven, they would not be at the pains to enter in. I cannot exemplifie what I say with so much pertinence to my Text, Keep him company they will to the Brink of Happiness, But there affrightedly start back like their Brother Demas. Or Else like Agrippa,, they Are within a very little of being good Christians; as having made a fair shift to pass the narrowness of the Way, but only sticking as 'twere At last At the straitness of the Gate. As if when After a tedious march they Are advanced as Far as the Door of Heaven, they would not be At the pains to enter in. I cannot exemplify what I say with so much pertinence to my Text, np1 pno31 n1 pns32 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp a-acp av-j vvb av vvb po32 n1 np1. cc av av-j np1,, pns32 vbr p-acp dt j j pp-f vbg j np1; c-acp vhg vvn dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j vvg c-acp pn31|vbdr p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. c-acp cs c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbr vvn a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd xx vbi p-acp dt n2 p-acp vvb p-acp. pns11 vmbx vvi r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp av d n1 p-acp po11 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 390
1844 as by the young and wealthy Ruler concerned in it. as by the young and wealthy Ruler concerned in it. c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 390
1845 It appears by the Question which here he makes, and by his Care of the Commandments, (v. 20.) and by our Saviour's Love to him, (v. 21.) that he was one of some growth in his Master's School. But withal it appears, (v. 22.) that he shrunk at the thought of an harder Lesson. He had observed the Commandments even from his youth. It appears by the Question which Here he makes, and by his Care of the commandments, (v. 20.) and by our Saviour's Love to him, (v. 21.) that he was one of Some growth in his Masters School. But withal it appears, (v. 22.) that he shrunk At the Thought of an harder lesson. He had observed the commandments even from his youth. pn31 vvz p-acp dt vvb r-crq av pns31 vvz, cc p-acp po31 vvb pp-f dt n2, (n1 crd) cc p-acp po12 ng1 vvb p-acp pno31, (n1 crd) cst pns31 vbds pi pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1. p-acp av pn31 vvz, (n1 crd) cst pns31 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1. pns31 vhd vvn dt n2 av p-acp po31 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 390
1846 That was well, but not enough. For one thing he lacked, (as his own Good Master told him,) even the selling all he had, and giving it to the Poor. That was well, but not enough. For one thing he lacked, (as his own Good Master told him,) even the selling all he had, and giving it to the Poor. cst vbds av, p-acp xx av-d. p-acp crd n1 pns31 vvd, (c-acp po31 d j n1 vvd pno31,) av dt vvg d pns31 vhd, cc vvg pn31 p-acp dt j. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 390
1847 But as if he had forgotten the generosity of his Quaestion, [ NONLATINALPHABET; But as if he had forgotten the generosity of his Question, [; p-acp c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, [; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 391
1848 what shall I do? ] whereby he evidently imply'd he would stick at nothing, which by this his Good Master should be injoyn'd; he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved. what shall I do? ] whereby he evidently implied he would stick At nothing, which by this his Good Master should be enjoined; he was sad At that saying, and went away grieved. r-crq vmb pns11 vdi? ] c-crq pns31 av-j vvn pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pix, r-crq p-acp d po31 j n1 vmd vbi vvd; pns31 vbds j p-acp d n-vvg, cc vvd av vvn. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 391
1849 And the reason of it was, He had great Possessions, (v. 23.) And the reason of it was, He had great Possessions, (v. 23.) cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds, pns31 vhd j n2, (n1 crd) (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 283 Page 391
1850 It seems a Treasure here on Earth is so commonly inconsistent with one in Heaven, that we must part with the one, to injoy the other. And agreably our Saviour Matth. 13. 46. compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a Pearl of great price, which a Merchant sold all he had to purchase. It seems a Treasure Here on Earth is so commonly inconsistent with one in Heaven, that we must part with the one, to enjoy the other. And agreeably our Saviour Matthew 13. 46. compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a Pearl of great price, which a Merchant sold all he had to purchase. pn31 vvz dt n1 av p-acp n1 vbz av av-j j p-acp crd p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd, p-acp vvb dt j-jn. cc av-j po12 n1 np1 crd crd vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd d pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 284 Page 391
1851 Great Possessions do so incumber a spiritual Traveller in his Iourney, that the Door of Heaven to a Dives, is (in the Judgment of our Master who cannot err ) as the Eye of a Needle to a Camel, (v. 25.) which 'tis impossible he should enter, or be able to pass through, unless by crumbling his Possessions into as many small parts, as there are objects of his Charity to assist him in the Division. I do not say as many parts, as there are poor men and women who crave for Alms, (the parts would then be too little, and instead of entring the Needles Eye, would fall beside it,) But I say as many parts, as there are objects of his Charity; which all are not, who are very poor, because their Poverty may be their Sin, (by an obvious Metonymy of the efficient for the effect, ) unjustly gotten, for want of labour; and for the same want of labour, unjustly kept. Else our Laws had been unchristian in providing a Bridewell and a Beadle for such as beg; nay St. Paul had been cruel in condemning some of them to dye by Famin. For he commanded his Thessalonians, that if any would not labour, they should not eat, (2 Thess. 3. 10.) But (to resume my Discourse, where this Parenthesis made me leave it;) we see the Camel, or the Rich man, may not only be enabled to pass the Eye of a Needle, (that is to say, the Door of Heaven, ) by giving the Bunch upon his Back, that is, his Riches to the Poor; Great Possessions do so encumber a spiritual Traveller in his Journey, that the Door of Heaven to a Dives, is (in the Judgement of our Master who cannot err) as the Eye of a Needle to a Camel, (v. 25.) which it's impossible he should enter, or be able to pass through, unless by crumbling his Possessions into as many small parts, as there Are objects of his Charity to assist him in the Division. I do not say as many parts, as there Are poor men and women who crave for Alms, (the parts would then be too little, and instead of entering the Needles Eye, would fallen beside it,) But I say as many parts, as there Are objects of his Charity; which all Are not, who Are very poor, Because their Poverty may be their since, (by an obvious Metonymy of the efficient for the Effect,) unjustly got, for want of labour; and for the same want of labour, unjustly kept. Else our Laws had been unchristian in providing a Bridewell and a Beadle for such as beg; nay Saint Paul had been cruel in condemning Some of them to die by Famine. For he commanded his Thessalonians, that if any would not labour, they should not eat, (2 Thess 3. 10.) But (to resume my Discourse, where this Parenthesis made me leave it;) we see the Camel, or the Rich man, may not only be enabled to pass the Eye of a Needle, (that is to say, the Door of Heaven,) by giving the Bunch upon his Back, that is, his Riches to the Poor; j n2 vdb av vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt vvz, vbz (p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb r-crq vmbx vvi) c-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (n1 crd) r-crq pn31|vbz j pns31 vmd vvi, cc vbi j p-acp vvb p-acp, cs p-acp j-vvg po31 n2 p-acp c-acp d j n2, c-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n2, c-acp a-acp vbr j n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n2, (dt n2 vmd av vbi av j, cc av pp-f vvg dt n2 vvb, vmd vvi p-acp pn31,) cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n2, c-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f po31 n1; r-crq d vbr xx, r-crq vbr j j, p-acp po32 n1 vmb vbi po32 n1, (p-acp dt j j pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1,) av-j vvn, p-acp vvb pp-f n1; cc p-acp dt d vvb pp-f n1, av-j vvn. av po12 n2 vhd vbn j p-acp vvg dt np1 cc dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb; uh n1 np1 vhd vbn j p-acp vvg d pp-f pno32 p-acp vvb p-acp n1. c-acp pns31 vvn po31 njp2, d cs d vmd xx vvi, pns32 vmd xx vvi, (crd np1 crd crd) cc-acp (p-acp vvb po11 n1, c-crq d n1 vvd pno11 n1 pn31;) pns12 vvb dt n1, cc dt j n1, vmb xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp vvb dt vvb pp-f dt n1, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1,) p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 av, cst vbz, po31 n2 p-acp dt j; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 284 Page 392
1852 but he may do it and still be rich; nor can be rich in good works, until 'tis done. For though by having great Possessions he is in a capacity of being rich, but he may do it and still be rich; nor can be rich in good works, until it's done. For though by having great Possessions he is in a capacity of being rich, cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31 cc av vbi j; ccx vmb vbi j p-acp j n2, c-acp pn31|vbz vdn. c-acp cs p-acp vhg j n2 pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg j, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 284 Page 392
1853 yet truly His they cannot be, until he has mercifully employ'd them. Quas dederis solas semper habebis Opes. yet truly His they cannot be, until he has mercifully employed them. Quas dederis solas semper habebis Opens. av av-j po31 pns32 vmbx vbi, c-acp pns31 vhz av-j vvd pno32. fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la vvz. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 284 Page 392
1854 But however this is pertinent to as much of my Text as I am upon, But however this is pertinent to as much of my Text as I am upon, p-acp c-acp d vbz j p-acp c-acp d pp-f po11 n1 c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 393
1855 if the wealthy man's Quaestion be duly compar'd with the following Answers; yet it seems 'tis so sublime and so untrodden a piece of our Lord's Philosophy, if the wealthy Man's Question be duly compared with the following Answers; yet it seems it's so sublime and so untrodden a piece of our Lord's Philosophy, cs dt j ng1 vvb vbb av-jn vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n2; av pn31 vvz pn31|vbz av j cc av j dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 393
1856 so very heterodox and strange to the conceptions of Carnality, that it either transcendeth our Capacities, or is too opposite to our Desires. Such incompatible Masters are God and Mammon, that as Conscience by a Proverb is the poor man's Vertue, so Life Eternal by a Promise is the poor man's Reward. For though to have life wedded to Eternity, is a Match we like well; so very heterodox and strange to the conceptions of Carnality, that it either transcendeth our Capacities, or is too opposite to our Desires. Such incompatible Masters Are God and Mammon, that as Conscience by a Proverb is the poor Man's Virtue, so Life Eternal by a Promise is the poor Man's Reward. For though to have life wedded to Eternity, is a Match we like well; av j n1 cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pn31 d vvz po12 n2, cc vbz av j-jn p-acp po12 vvz. d j n2 vbr np1 cc np1, cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j ng1 n1, av n1 j p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j ng1 vvb. c-acp cs pc-acp vhi n1 vvn p-acp n1, vbz dt vvb pns12 vvb av; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 393
1857 yet unwilling we are often to pay the Dowry. We are commonly more inclinable to part with our Sweat, than with our Mony; and are readier, of the two, to earn Heaven, than to buy it. yet unwilling we Are often to pay the Dowry. We Are commonly more inclinable to part with our Sweat, than with our Money; and Are Readier, of the two, to earn Heaven, than to buy it. av j pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi dt n1. pns12 vbr av-j av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 vvi, cs p-acp po12 n1; cc vbr jc, pp-f dt crd, p-acp vvb n1, cs p-acp vvb pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 393
1858 And yet this Earning of it also, as it does too much exceed our strength, so it too much crosses our Inclinations. We are contented to serve our Master, And yet this Earning of it also, as it does too much exceed our strength, so it too much Crosses our Inclinations. We Are contented to serve our Master, cc av d vvg pp-f pn31 av, c-acp pn31 vdz av av-d vvb po12 n1, av pn31 av d n2 po12 n2. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb po12 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 393
1859 but so as it may stand with our ease, and leisure. Like that Disciple in St. Matthew, who was willing and ready to follow Christ, but so as in the first place to bury his Father. Or like them that were bid to the wedding Feast, if we have nothing else to do, we are forsooth his humble Servants. But if we have either a Field to prove, a yoke of Oxen to try, or a Wife to marry, we receive and return his Invitation, with an [ I pray you have me excus'd ] If he invites us to the Miracle of Loaves and Fishes, then indeed the Case is alter'd, and we shall flock to him by thousands. But if we are bid to sup with him upon a Mess of sowre Herbs, (as at the Passover, ) or to partake of an Oleo made of Vinegar and Gall; (as at the time of his Crucifixion,) then we affect being abstemious, we lay our hand upon our mouth, and thank him as much as if we did. but so as it may stand with our ease, and leisure. Like that Disciple in Saint Matthew, who was willing and ready to follow christ, but so as in the First place to bury his Father. Or like them that were bid to the wedding Feast, if we have nothing Else to do, we Are forsooth his humble Servants. But if we have either a Field to prove, a yoke of Oxen to try, or a Wife to marry, we receive and return his Invitation, with an [ I pray you have me excused ] If he invites us to the Miracle of Loaves and Fish, then indeed the Case is altered, and we shall flock to him by thousands. But if we Are bid to sup with him upon a Mess of sour Herbs, (as At the Passover,) or to partake of an Oleo made of Vinegar and Gall; (as At the time of his Crucifixion,) then we affect being abstemious, we lay our hand upon our Mouth, and thank him as much as if we did. cc-acp av c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po12 vvi, cc n1. av-j d n1 p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vbds j cc j p-acp vvb np1, p-acp av a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp vvb po31 n1. cc vvb pno32 d vbdr vvn p-acp dt vvg n1, cs pns12 vhb pix av pc-acp vdi, pns12 vbr uh po31 j n2. cc-acp cs pns12 vhb d dt n1 p-acp vvb, dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvi, cc dt n1 p-acp vvb, pns12 vvb cc vvi po31 n1, p-acp dt [ pns11 vvb pn22 vhb pno11 vvn ] cs pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cs av dt n1 vbz vvn, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp crd. cc-acp cs pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (c-acp p-acp dt np1,) cc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f n1 cc n1; (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,) cs pns12 vvb vbg j, pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvb pno31 p-acp d c-acp cs pns12 vdd. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 394
1860 That is to say, in all such Cases, either we are not at leisure, or else we do not like our Fare. That is to say, in all such Cases, either we Are not At leisure, or Else we do not like our Fare. cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp d d n2, av-d pns12 vbr xx p-acp n1, cc av pns12 vdb xx av-j po12 vvb. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 285 Page 394
1861 Whereas when the Master is so transcendently Good, that for the work of a few Minutes he gives an Eternity of Reward, we should prevent his Commands with a NONLATINALPHABET, what kind of Service wilt thou command us? we should afford him (for shame ) as great a Resignedness of Wills, as that Heathen man Cleanthes gave to his Iupiter, and his Fate. NONLATINALPHABET. Whereas when the Master is so transcendently Good, that for the work of a few Minutes he gives an Eternity of Reward, we should prevent his Commands with a, what kind of Service wilt thou command us? we should afford him (for shame) as great a Resignedness of Wills, as that Heathen man Cleanthes gave to his Iupiter, and his Fate.. cs c-crq dt n1 vbz av av-j j, cst p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt d n2 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vvb, pns12 vmd vvi po31 vvz p-acp dt, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vm2 pns21 vvi pno12? pns12 vmd vvi pno31 (c-acp vvb) p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 np1 vvd p-acp po31 np1, cc po31 n1.. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1862 Since on condition that he saves us, we care not how; we should invite him to command us, we care not what; and to lead us, we care not whither. We should give him up our Souls as so many Blanks, or unwritten Tables, aequally susceptible of all, which our Master shall be pleas'd to imprint upon us. Since on condition that he saves us, we care not how; we should invite him to command us, we care not what; and to led us, we care not whither. We should give him up our Souls as so many Blanks, or unwritten Tables, equally susceptible of all, which our Master shall be pleased to imprint upon us. p-acp p-acp n1 cst pns31 vvz pno12, pns12 vvb xx c-crq; pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp vvb pno12, pns12 vvb xx r-crq; cc p-acp vvb pno12, pns12 vvb xx c-crq. pns12 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp po12 n2 c-acp av d n2, cc j n2, av-jn j pp-f d, r-crq po12 vvb vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb p-acp pno12. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1863 For in the Eighteenth Chapter of St. Luke, (v. 17.) Whosoever shall not receive the Kingdom of God, (that is, the Praecepts of the Gospel, ) NONLATINALPHABET, For in the Eighteenth Chapter of Saint Lycia, (v. 17.) Whosoever shall not receive the Kingdom of God, (that is, the Precepts of the Gospel,), p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 av, (n1 crd) c-crq vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (cst vbz, dt n2 pp-f dt n1,), (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1864 as a little Child, (that is, as one who is passive, and of a teachable Disposition, impartially receptive of all impressions, which the Tenor of the Gospel shall stamp upon him;) NONLATINALPHABET saith our Saviour, he shall in no wise enter therein. as a little Child, (that is, as one who is passive, and of a teachable Disposition, impartially receptive of all impressions, which the Tenor of the Gospel shall stamp upon him;) Says our Saviour, he shall in no wise enter therein. c-acp dt j n1, (cst vbz, c-acp pi r-crq vbz j, cc pp-f dt j n1, av-j j pp-f d n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31;) vvz po12 n1, pns31 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi av. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1865 And this, no doubt, is the meaning of that Petition in the Lord's Prayer, Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. And this, no doubt, is the meaning of that Petition in the Lord's Prayer, Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. cc d, dx n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f cst vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1, po21 n1 vbi vdn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1866 Which notes a sufferance (saith Tertullian ) to which, when we pray, we excite our selves. Which notes a sufferance (Says Tertullian) to which, when we pray, we excite our selves. r-crq vvz dt n1 (vvz np1) p-acp r-crq, c-crq pns12 vvb, po12 vvi po12 n2. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1867 But certainly That cannot be all. But Certainly That cannot be all. p-acp av-j d vmbx vbi d. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 395
1868 For we pray in that Petition, as well for the doing of what he commands, as for the suffering of what he inflicts. Thy will be done, not only upon us, but by us too. For we pray in that Petition, as well for the doing of what he commands, as for the suffering of what he inflicts. Thy will be done, not only upon us, but by us too. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d vvb, c-acp av c-acp dt vdg pp-f r-crq pns31 n2, a-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz. po21 n1 vbi vdn, xx av-j p-acp pno12, p-acp p-acp pno12 av. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 396
1869 Let it be done here on Earth, with the same Alacrity as in Heaven; Let it be done by thy Children, with as much Impartiality as by thy Servants; Let it be done by us Men, as unconstrainedly as by Angels. If thou wilt have us to buy Salvation, let us not choose our own Price. If thou wilt have us to work it out, let us not choose our own Task. If thou wilt have us to do it presently, let us not choose our own Time. Give us Resignedness of Spirits, and with That, what thou pleasest. Be thy Injunctions never so hard, or thy Cross never so heavy; be it the giving up our Livelyhoods, or be it the parting with our Lives, NONLATINALPHABET, Thy will be done. 'Tis true we may pray with our Blessed Saviour, Father if it be possible, let this Cup pass from us. Let it be done Here on Earth, with the same Alacrity as in Heaven; Let it be done by thy Children, with as much Impartiality as by thy Servants; Let it be done by us Men, as unconstrainedly as by Angels. If thou wilt have us to buy Salvation, let us not choose our own Price. If thou wilt have us to work it out, let us not choose our own Task. If thou wilt have us to do it presently, let us not choose our own Time. Give us Resignedness of Spirits, and with That, what thou pleasest. Be thy Injunctions never so hard, or thy Cross never so heavy; be it the giving up our Livelihoods, or be it the parting with our Lives,, Thy will be done. It's true we may pray with our Blessed Saviour, Father if it be possible, let this Cup pass from us. vvb pn31 vbi vdn av p-acp n1, p-acp dt d n1 a-acp p-acp n1; vvb pn31 vbi vdn p-acp po21 n2, p-acp c-acp d n1 a-acp p-acp po21 n2; vvb pn31 vbi vdn p-acp pno12 n2, p-acp av-vvn c-acp p-acp n2. cs pns21 vm2 vhb pno12 p-acp vvb n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 d n1. cs pns21 vm2 vhb pno12 p-acp vvb pn31 av, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 d n1. cs pns21 vm2 vhb pno12 pc-acp vdi pn31 av-j, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 d n1. vvb pno12 n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp cst, r-crq pns21 vv2. vbb po21 n2 av av j, cc po21 j av-x av j; vbb pn31 dt vvg a-acp po12 n2, cc vbi pn31 dt vvg p-acp po12 vvz,, po21 n1 vbi vdn. pn31|vbz j pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, n1 cs pn31 vbb j, vvb d n1 vvi p-acp pno12. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 396
1870 But then we must pray with our Saviour too, Nevertheless not our will, but thy will be done. But then we must pray with our Saviour too, Nevertheless not our will, but thy will be done. p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1 av, av xx po12 n1, cc-acp po21 n1 vbi vdn. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 286 Page 396
1871 I remember Herodian reports of Alexander, (the Cousin German to Pseud Antonine, ) He was so perfectly at the Devotion of his Mother Mammaea, as to obey her in those things NONLATINALPHABET, in which he was most of all displeased. I Remember Herodian reports of Alexander, (the cousin German to Pseud Antonine,) He was so perfectly At the Devotion of his Mother Mammaea, as to obey her in those things, in which he was most of all displeased. pns11 vvb jp n2 pp-f np1, (dt n1 np1 p-acp vvb np1,) pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av-ds pp-f d vvn. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 287 Page 396
1872 Not disobeying her even in those, in which Disobedience had been a Duty. And 'twas Pythagoras his Theology, not only NONLATINALPHABET, in Iamblicus, but NONLATINALPHABET in Hierocles; not only not to repine at God's oeconomy, Not disobeying her even in those, in which Disobedience had been a Duty. And 'twas Pythagoras his Theology, not only, in Iamblicus, but in Hierocles; not only not to repine At God's economy, xx vvg po31 av p-acp d, p-acp r-crq n1 vhd vbn dt n1. cc pn31|vbds npg1 po31 n1, xx av-j, p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp np1; xx av-j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 287 Page 397
1873 but with all gentleness to embrace it. but with all gentleness to embrace it. cc-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp vvb pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 287 Page 397
1874 Nor only to observe, and to do his will, even then when it thwarted theirs; but to accommodate and conform their will to His. I am sorry I must say, (what yet I must, ) that were Pythagoras his Metempsychosis now to be verified in Himself, and He again to teach Philosophy in these our days; Nor only to observe, and to do his will, even then when it thwarted theirs; but to accommodate and conform their will to His. I am sorry I must say, (what yet I must,) that were Pythagoras his Metempsychosis now to be verified in Himself, and He again to teach Philosophy in these our days; ccx av-j p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vdb po31 n1, av av c-crq pn31 vvd png32; cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 vmb p-acp np1 pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb vvi, (r-crq av pns11 vmb,) cst vbdr npg1 po31 n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp px31, cc pns31 av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d po12 n2; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 287 Page 397
1875 I know not which were the more probable, either for us to be the better for his Christian-like Principles, or for Him to be the worse for our Heathen-Practice. And because Reason, by many Auditors, is more attended to than Scripture; let me bespeak you in the Person, not so much of a Christian, as of a Philsopher. I know not which were the more probable, either for us to be the better for his Christianlike Principles, or for Him to be the Worse for our Heathen-Practice. And Because Reason, by many Auditors, is more attended to than Scripture; let me bespeak you in the Person, not so much of a Christian, as of a Philosopher. pns11 vvb xx r-crq vbdr dt av-dc j, av-d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi dt jc p-acp po31 j n2, cc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt jc p-acp po12 n1. cc c-acp n1, p-acp d n2, vbz av-dc vvn p-acp cs n1; vvb pno11 vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1, xx av av-d pp-f dt njp, c-acp pp-f dt n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 287 Page 397
1876 Is there any thing in the World (I do not say more impious, but) more unpolitick, than for a Lump of Infirmities to enter the Lists with the Almighty? or for a thing of a Span long to resist Immensity? Our Disobedience to such a Master will be found aequally ridiculous, whether we hope to thrive in it by Opposition, or Avoidance. For dare we stand against Him who is Omnipotent? Or can we fly from Him that's every where? Do we live in fear of Them that can hurt the Body? and are we undaunted only at Him who can kill the Soul? Iacob could not wrestle with him, Is there any thing in the World (I do not say more impious, but) more unpolitic, than for a Lump of Infirmities to enter the Lists with the Almighty? or for a thing of a Span long to resist Immensity? Our Disobedience to such a Master will be found equally ridiculous, whither we hope to thrive in it by Opposition, or Avoidance. For Dare we stand against Him who is Omnipotent? Or can we fly from Him that's every where? Do we live in Fear of Them that can hurt the Body? and Are we undaunted only At Him who can kill the Soul? Iacob could not wrestle with him, vbz a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vdb xx vvi dc j, p-acp) n1 j, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn? cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j pc-acp vvi n1? po12 n1 p-acp d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-jn j, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, cc n1. c-acp vvb pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz j? cc vmb pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 d d q-crq? vdb pns12 vvi p-acp vvb pp-f pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1? cc vbr pns12 j av-j p-acp pno31 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1? np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 398
1877 though he did it for a Blessing, without the Disjoynting of his Thigh; and shall we struggle for a Curse, even at the price of a Damnation? If Ausonius could say of the Roman Emperour, That 'twas not safe scribling against a Man, who had the Power to proscribe; And Phavorinus of Hadrian, That 'twas not good to dispute with such a Person, though he did it for a Blessing, without the Disjointing of his Thigh; and shall we struggle for a Curse, even At the price of a Damnation? If Ausonius could say of the Roman Emperor, That 'twas not safe scribbling against a Man, who had the Power to proscribe; And Phavorinus of Hadriani, That 'twas not good to dispute with such a Person, cs pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1; cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt vvb, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cs np1 vmd vvi pp-f dt njp n1, cst pn31|vbds xx av-j j-vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi; cc np1 pp-f np1, cst pn31|vbds xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 398
1878 as had the command of thirty Legions; as had the command of thirty Legions; c-acp vhd dt n1 pp-f crd n2; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 398
1879 Then with a greater force of reason, Is it not Wisdom, as well as Duty, to yield obedience unto a Master, who is infinitely Great as well as Good, and has the power to compel, as well as the sweetness to invite, and that not only our Obedience, but our Assent too? We count it prudence in other things, to make a vertue of Necessity. And being convinc'd we are unable to prevail against our Master; Then with a greater force of reason, Is it not Wisdom, as well as Duty, to yield Obedience unto a Master, who is infinitely Great as well as Good, and has the power to compel, as well as the sweetness to invite, and that not only our obedience, but our Assent too? We count it prudence in other things, to make a virtue of Necessity. And being convinced we Are unable to prevail against our Master; av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1, vbz pn31 xx n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j j c-acp av c-acp j, cc vhz dt n1 p-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc cst xx av-j po12 n1, p-acp po12 vvi av? pns12 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. cc vbg vvd pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 399
1880 why do we not strive to be unwilling, and at least make a vertue of so much weakness? If we duly contemplate Inferiour Nature, we shall find but too much reason even to aemulate and strive with the things below us. why do we not strive to be unwilling, and At least make a virtue of so much weakness? If we duly contemplate Inferior Nature, we shall find but too much reason even to aemulate and strive with the things below us. q-crq vdb pns12 xx vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc p-acp ds vvi dt n1 pp-f av d n1? cs pns12 av-jn vvi j-jn n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av d n1 av p-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp dt n2 a-acp pno12. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 399
1881 Which yet, in this respect at least, are so much higher than our selves, by how much the more they are conformable to the Blessed Will and Pleasure of him that made them. Which yet, in this respect At least, Are so much higher than our selves, by how much the more they Are conformable to the Blessed Will and Pleasure of him that made them. r-crq av, p-acp d n1 p-acp ds, vbr av d jc cs po12 n2, p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc pns32 vbr j p-acp dt j-vvn vmb cc n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno32. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 399
1882 Not only the Beasts, which have no Understanding, but the Elements, which have no Sense, do silently preach to the Christian World, at once Obedience, and Self-denial. For what more contrary to Nature, than for the Earth to give Rain? or what are the Clouds more unwilling to, than they are to rain Earth? And yet Obedience to their Maker is a thing so natural, as that they obey him against their Nature. Not only the Beasts, which have no Understanding, but the Elements, which have no Sense, do silently preach to the Christian World, At once obedience, and Self-denial. For what more contrary to Nature, than for the Earth to give Rain? or what Are the Clouds more unwilling to, than they Are to rain Earth? And yet obedience to their Maker is a thing so natural, as that they obey him against their Nature. xx av-j dt n2, r-crq vhb dx n1, p-acp dt n2, r-crq vhb dx n1, vdb av-j vvb p-acp dt njp n1, p-acp a-acp n1, cc n1. p-acp r-crq av-dc j-jn p-acp n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvi? cc q-crq vbr dt n2 dc j p-acp, cs pns32 vbr p-acp vvb n1? cc av n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbz dt n1 av j, p-acp cst pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp po32 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 399
1883 What is the Sun more averse to, than either going back, or standing still? And yet in obedience to God's Command, He did not only stand still in Gibeon, but withal went back upon the Dial of Ahaz. What is the Sun more averse to, than either going back, or standing still? And yet in Obedience to God's Command, He did not only stand still in Gibeon, but withal went back upon the Dial of Ahaz. q-crq vbz dt n1 dc j p-acp, cs d vvg av, cc vvg av? cc av p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vdd xx av-j vvb j p-acp np1, p-acp av vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 288 Page 399
1884 Hereupon it will be useful thus to reason within our selves. Hereupon it will be useful thus to reason within our selves. av pn31 vmb vbi j av p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n2. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 399
1885 Are God's Drudges so inclinable to his Commands? and shall we his Darlings be so averse? They are only obliged to their Creator for being made; Our Obligation is far greater, by our being made men; and greater yet by our being remade. We are not only the Work, but the Breath of God, saith Tertullian. Nay farther yet, are God's Drudges so inclinable to his Commands? and shall we his Darlings be so averse? They Are only obliged to their Creator for being made; Our Obligation is Far greater, by our being made men; and greater yet by our being remade. We Are not only the Work, but the Breath of God, Says Tertullian. Nay farther yet, vbr npg1 n2 av j p-acp po31 vvz? cc vmb pns12 po31 n2-jn vbb av j? pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vbg vvn; po12 n1 vbz av-j jc, p-acp po12 n1 vvn n2; cc jc av p-acp po12 vbg vvn. pns12 vbr xx av-j dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz np1. uh jc av, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 400
1886 whereas he spake only for Them, for Us he died. And if they are so thankful for being the work of his Hands, shall not we be much more, for being the price of his Blood? yes sure. whereas he spoke only for Them, for Us he died. And if they Are so thankful for being the work of his Hands, shall not we be much more, for being the price of his Blood? yes sure. cs pns31 vvd av-j p-acp pno32, p-acp pno32 pns31 vvn. cc cs pns32 vbr av j p-acp vbg dt vvb pp-f po31 n2, vmb xx pns12 vbi d av-dc, p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? uh av-j. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 400
1887 As 'tis our privilege, above them, to have a Saviour, and a will, so our obedience must be more, and it must be more willing. It must not only be Universal, (for so is Theirs, ) but also free, and unconstrain'd. As other Creatures are obedient, As it's our privilege, above them, to have a Saviour, and a will, so our Obedience must be more, and it must be more willing. It must not only be Universal, (for so is Theirs,) but also free, and unconstrained. As other Creatures Are obedient, p-acp pn31|vbz po12 n1, p-acp pno32, pc-acp vhi dt n1, cc dt vmb, av po12 n1 vmb vbi av-dc, cc pn31 vmb vbi av-dc j. pn31 vmb xx av-j vbi j-u, (c-acp av vbz png32,) cc-acp av j, cc j. p-acp j-jn n2 vbr j, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 400
1888 because they cannot resist, so ought we, because we will not. Because they cannot resist, so ought we, Because we will not. c-acp pns32 vmbx vvb, av vmd pns12, c-acp pns12 vmb xx. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 400
1889 We must not obey him only in fear, because he is a great Iudge; but because he is a Saviour, we must take Pleasure in our Obedience. We must not obey him only in Fear, Because he is a great Judge; but Because he is a Saviour, we must take Pleasure in our obedience. pns12 vmb xx vvi pno31 av-j p-acp vvb, c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1; p-acp c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 400
1890 We ought to look upon his Praecepts, with as kind eyes as on his Promises; and the employment of such a Master, should as much incourage us as our pay. We ought to think the Day lost which is not spent in his Service; and execute his Precepts with so much readiness, as wishing at least we could prevent them. We ought to look upon his Precepts, with as kind eyes as on his Promises; and the employment of such a Master, should as much encourage us as our pay. We ought to think the Day lost which is not spent in his Service; and execute his Precepts with so much readiness, as wishing At least we could prevent them. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, p-acp a-acp j n2 c-acp p-acp po31 vvz; cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vmd p-acp d vvi pno12 p-acp po12 vvi. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1; cc vvb po31 n2 p-acp av d n1, p-acp vvg p-acp ds pns12 vmd vvi pno32. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 401
1891 We should not only be NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET: not only ready with the Praescriptions, but Freewill-Offerings of our Obedience. We should not only be, but: not only ready with the Prescriptions, but Freewill offerings of our obedience. pns12 vmd xx av-j vbi, cc-acp: xx av-j j p-acp dt n2, p-acp n2 pp-f po12 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 401
1892 It being a Gallantry of Devotion, and most worthy of a Christian, to be most of all afraid of offending Him, (not whom we find a meer Master very inclinable to punish, But) whom we find a good Master, most apt to pardon. It being a Gallantry of Devotion, and most worthy of a Christian, to be most of all afraid of offending Him, (not whom we find a mere Master very inclinable to Punish, But) whom we find a good Master, most apt to pardon. pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-ds j pp-f dt njp, pc-acp vbi av-ds pp-f d j pp-f vvg pno31, (xx ro-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1 av j p-acp vvi, p-acp) r-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1, av-ds j p-acp vvb. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 289 Page 401
1893 Let us hasten to him therefore preaching to us from the Mount, and let us give him our Attention in the spirit of the two Emblemes of the Law and the Prophets, which had the honour to attend him upon Mount Tabor. Undergoing his meanest Offices in the humility of a Moses, and with the greatest earnestness performing them in the zeal of an Elias. Let us render him every Faculty both of our Souls and of our Bodies; our Mouths to confess him, our Heads to believe him, our Hands and Feet to serve him, our Wills to be ruled, and our Wits to be captivated by him, our Hearts to love him, Let us hasten to him Therefore preaching to us from the Mount, and let us give him our Attention in the Spirit of the two Emblems of the Law and the prophets, which had the honour to attend him upon Mount Tabor. Undergoing his Meanest Offices in the humility of a Moses, and with the greatest earnestness performing them in the zeal of an Elias. Let us render him every Faculty both of our Souls and of our Bodies; our Mouths to confess him, our Heads to believe him, our Hands and Feet to serve him, our Wills to be ruled, and our Wits to be captivated by him, our Hearts to love him, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno31 av vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt vvb, cc vvb pno12 vvi pno31 po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2, r-crq vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvb n1. j-vvg png31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc p-acp dt js n1 vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1. vvb pno12 vvi pno31 d n1 av-d pp-f po12 n2 cc pp-f po12 n2; po12 n2 p-acp vvb pno31, po12 n2 p-acp vvb pno31, po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp vvb pno31, po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, po12 n2 p-acp vvb pno31, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 290 Page 401
1894 and our Lives to dye for him. and our Lives to die for him. cc po12 vvz p-acp vvb p-acp pno31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 290 Page 401
1895 All which, though it is All, is still too little, if we impartially consider the Disproportion of our Reward, that blessed Parallel drawn out for us by God's own Compass, Life, and Aeternity. A man (you know ) would do any thing whereby to find Life, though (in our Saviour's Oxymôron ) it is by losing it, Matth. 10. 39. And as a man will part with any thing, to save his life; All which, though it is All, is still too little, if we impartially Consider the Disproportion of our Reward, that blessed Parallel drawn out for us by God's own Compass, Life, and Eternity. A man (you know) would do any thing whereby to find Life, though (in our Saviour's Oxymôron) it is by losing it, Matthew 10. 39. And as a man will part with any thing, to save his life; av-d r-crq, cs pn31 vbz av-d, vbz av av j, cs pns12 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb, cst j-vvn vvi vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp npg1 d vvi, n1, cc n1. dt n1 (pn22 vvb) vmd vdi d n1 c-crq p-acp vvb n1, c-acp (p-acp po12 ng1 n1) pn31 vbz p-acp vvg pn31, np1 crd crd cc c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp p-acp po31 n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 290 Page 402
1896 so with life too, to eternize it. so with life too, to eternise it. av p-acp n1 av, p-acp vvi pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 290 Page 402
1897 If therefore our Saviour does bid us follow him, let us not venture to choose our way. And if we can but arrive at Heaven, it matters not much though we go by Hell. For comparing his Goodness with his Mastership, his Promises with his Precepts, and the Scantling of our Obedience with the Immenfity of our Reward; we shall find that our work hath no proportion with our wages; but that we may inquire, when all is done, Good Master what shall we do? If Therefore our Saviour does bid us follow him, let us not venture to choose our Way. And if we can but arrive At Heaven, it matters not much though we go by Hell. For comparing his goodness with his Mastership, his Promises with his Precepts, and the Scantling of our obedience with the Immenfity of our Reward; we shall find that our work hath no proportion with our wages; but that we may inquire, when all is done, Good Master what shall we do? cs av po12 n1 vdz vvi pno12 vvb pno31, vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp vvb po12 n1. cc cs pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pn31 n2 xx av-d cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1. p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, po31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb; pns12 vmb vvi cst po12 vvb vhz dx n1 p-acp po12 n2; p-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi, c-crq d vbz vdn, j n1 r-crq vmb pns12 vdi? (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 290 Page 402
1898 And this does prompt me to proceed to my last Doctrinal Proposition. And this does prompt me to proceed to my last Doctrinal Proposition. cc d vdz vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 ord j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 291 Page 402
1899 That when all is done that can be, we are unprofitable Servants; Our Obedience is not the Cause, but the meer Condition of our Reward. That when all is done that can be, we Are unprofitable Servants; Our obedience is not the Cause, but the mere Condition of our Reward. cst c-crq d vbz vdn cst vmb vbi, pns12 vbr j n2; po12 n1 vbz xx dt vvb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 292 Page 402
1900 And we arrive at Eternal Life, not by way of Purchase, as we are Servants; but of Inheritance, as we are Sons. It is not here NONLATINALPHABET, And we arrive At Eternal Life, not by Way of Purchase, as we Are Servants; but of Inheritance, as we Are Sons. It is not Here, cc pns12 vvb p-acp j n1, xx p-acp n1 pp-f vvi, c-acp pns12 vbr n2; p-acp pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vbr n2. pn31 vbz xx av, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 292 Page 403
1901 but only NONLATINALPHABET, not to deserve, but to inherit Eternal Life. but only, not to deserve, but to inherit Eternal Life. cc-acp av-j, xx p-acp vvb, p-acp p-acp vvb j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 292 Page 403
1902 As Christianity, like Manhood, hath its several steps and degrees of growth; so the Soul, as well as the Body, doth stand in need of Food, and Raiment. And agreable to the Complexion of immaterial Beings, she is not only bedeck't, but sustain'd with Righteousness. As Christianity, like Manhood, hath its several steps and Degrees of growth; so the Soul, as well as the Body, does stand in need of Food, and Raiment. And agreeable to the Complexion of immaterial Beings, she is not only bedecked, but sustained with Righteousness. p-acp np1, av-j n1, vhz po31 j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; av dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1, vdz vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn, p-acp vvd p-acp n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 293 Page 403
1903 Now as none can inherit Eternal Life, but He that is born of the Spirit; And as he that is born of the Spirit, must also be nourished with the Spirit, before he can possibly live an holy, and spiritual Life; so it is only God the Spirit that gives us Birth, God the Son that gives us Breeding, and God the Father that gives us the privilege of Adoption. The Spirit feedeth us as his Babes; the Son instructs us as his Disciples; the Father indows us as his Heirs. It is the Spirit that fits us for our Inheritance, the Son that gives us a Title to it, Now as none can inherit Eternal Life, but He that is born of the Spirit; And as he that is born of the Spirit, must also be nourished with the Spirit, before he can possibly live an holy, and spiritual Life; so it is only God the Spirit that gives us Birth, God the Son that gives us Breeding, and God the Father that gives us the privilege of Adoption. The Spirit feeds us as his Babes; the Son instructs us as his Disciples; the Father indows us as his Heirs. It is the Spirit that fits us for our Inheritance, the Son that gives us a Title to it, av c-acp pix vmb vvi j n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1; cc c-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi dt j, cc j n1; av pn31 vbz j np1 dt n1 cst vvz pno12 n1, np1 dt n1 cst vvz pno12 n-vvg, cc np1 dt n1 cst vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n2; dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n2; dt n1 n2 pno12 p-acp po31 n2. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst n2 pno12 p-acp po12 n1, dt n1 cst vvz pno12 dt n1 p-acp pn31, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 293 Page 403
1904 And 'tis especially the Father who doth invest us with the Possession. And it's especially the Father who does invest us with the Possession. cc pn31|vbz av-j dt n1 r-crq vdz vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 293 Page 403
1905 But now of all God's External and Temporal Blessings which have any Resemblance unto his Spiritual, methinks the Manna that fell from Heaven is the liveliest Embleme of his Grace. Of which though some did gather more, and some less; yet they that gather'd most, had nothing over, and they that gather'd least, had no lack. Thus as Manna, like Grace, is the Bread of Heaven; so Grace, like Manna, is also measur'd out by Omers. For even they that have least of the Grace of God, have enough (if well us'd ) to inherit Heaven; But now of all God's External and Temporal Blessings which have any Resemblance unto his Spiritual, methinks the Manna that fell from Heaven is the Liveliest Emblem of his Grace. Of which though Some did gather more, and Some less; yet they that gathered most, had nothing over, and they that gathered least, had no lack. Thus as Manna, like Grace, is the Bred of Heaven; so Grace, like Manna, is also measured out by Omers. For even they that have lest of the Grace of God, have enough (if well used) to inherit Heaven; cc-acp av pp-f d npg1 j cc j n2 r-crq vhb d n1 p-acp po31 j, vvz dt n1 cst vvd p-acp n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f po31 vvi. pp-f r-crq cs d vdd vvi av-dc, cc d av-dc; av pns32 cst vvn ds, vhd pix p-acp, cc pns32 cst vvd ds, vhd dx n1. av p-acp n1, av-j vvi, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; av n1, av-j n1, vbz av vvd av p-acp n2. c-acp av pns32 cst vhb cs pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vhb av-d (cs av vvn) p-acp vvb n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 294 Page 404
1906 and even they that have most, have not enough to deserve it. But still the Parallel goes on. and even they that have most, have not enough to deserve it. But still the Parallel Goes on. cc av pns32 cst vhb av-ds, vhb xx av-d p-acp vvb pn31. p-acp av dt n1 vvz a-acp. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 294 Page 404
1907 For the reason why the Manna which God sent down to the People Israel, would not indure above a Day, was (saith Philo upon the Place) lest considering the Care by which their Manna was preserv'd, more than the Bounty by which 'twas given, they might be tempted to applaud, not God's Providence, For the reason why the Manna which God sent down to the People Israel, would not endure above a Day, was (Says Philo upon the Place) lest considering the Care by which their Manna was preserved, more than the Bounty by which 'twas given, they might be tempted to applaud, not God's Providence, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1, vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, vbds (vvz np1 p-acp dt n1) vvd vvg dt vvb p-acp r-crq po32 n1 vbds vvn, av-dc cs dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31|vbds vvn, pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvb, xx npg1 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 295 Page 404
1908 but their own. Thus if God had bestow'd so full a measure of his Grace, but their own. Thus if God had bestowed so full a measure of his Grace, cc-acp po32 d. av cs np1 vhd vvn av j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 295 Page 404
1909 as to have left us altogether without our Frailties, perhaps our very Innocence might have been our Temptation. We might have found it an Inconvenience to have been dangerously Good. Like those once happy, but ever-since unhappy Angels, whose very excellency of Nature did prove a kind of Snare to them; as to have left us altogether without our Frailties, perhaps our very Innocence might have been our Temptation. We might have found it an Inconvenience to have been dangerously Good. Like those once happy, but ever-since unhappy Angels, whose very excellency of Nature did prove a kind of Snare to them; c-acp pc-acp vhi vvn pno12 av p-acp po12 n2, av po12 j n1 vmd vhi vbn po12 n1. pns12 vmd vhi vvn pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vhi vbn av-j j. av-j d a-acp j, p-acp j j n2, rg-crq j n1 pp-f n1 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp pno32; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 295 Page 405
1910 even the purity of their Essence did give occasion to their defilement; Their very Height and Eminence was that that helpt to pull them down; and one reason of their falling was, that they stood so firmly. For though they were free from that Lust, which is the Pollution of the Flesh; yet they were lyable to Ambition, which is the Filthiness of the Spirit. As if their Plethory of Goodness had made them Wantons, or the Unweildiness of their Glory had made them Proud; 'twas from a likeness to their Creator, that they aspir'd to an Equality; and so they were the first of all the Creatures, even the purity of their Essence did give occasion to their defilement; Their very Height and Eminence was that that helped to pull them down; and one reason of their falling was, that they stood so firmly. For though they were free from that Lust, which is the Pollution of the Flesh; yet they were liable to Ambition, which is the Filthiness of the Spirit. As if their Plethory of goodness had made them Wantons, or the Unwieldiness of their Glory had made them Proud; 'twas from a likeness to their Creator, that they aspired to an Equality; and so they were the First of all the Creatures, av dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vdd vvi n1 p-acp po32 n1; po32 j n1 cc n1 vbds d cst vvd p-acp vvb pno32 a-acp; cc crd n1 pp-f po32 vvg vbds, cst pns32 vvd av av-j. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j p-acp cst n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; av pns32 vbdr j p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. c-acp cs po32 np1 pp-f n1 vhd vvn pno32 n2-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vhd vvn pno32 j; pn31|vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vvn p-acp dt n1; cc av pns32 vbdr dt ord pp-f d dt n2, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 295 Page 405
1911 as well in their Fall, as their Perfections. as well in their Fallen, as their Perfections. c-acp av p-acp po32 vvi, p-acp po32 n2. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 295 Page 405
1912 Now adding to this the consideration, that Ingratitude does gather Increase of Guilt, from a greater abundance of Obligations, (so as the Angels falling from Heaven, could not fall less than as low as Hell, ) we may perhaps find a reason, Now adding to this the consideration, that Ingratitude does gather Increase of Gilded, from a greater abundance of Obligations, (so as the Angels falling from Heaven, could not fallen less than as low as Hell,) we may perhaps find a reason, av vvg p-acp d dt n1, cst n1 vdz vvi vvi pp-f j-vvn, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2, (av c-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp n1, vmd xx vvi av-dc cs c-acp j c-acp n1,) pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 405
1913 for which to congratulate to our selves, that Dimensum or Pittance of God's free Grace, which hath left us our Infirmities as fit Remembrancers to Humility. That being placed in a condition, rather of Trembling, than of Security, every Instance of our defect may send us to God for a Supply. God hath given us our Proportion, that we may not grumble, or despair; but not such a Perfection, as once to Adam and the Angels before their Fall, that we may not (like Them ) be either careless, or presume. So that making a due comparison, of that faint measure of Goodness which now we possibly may have by the Grace of God, with that full measure of Glory which now at least we hope for, we must be fain to acknowledge, for which to congratulate to our selves, that Dimensum or Pittance of God's free Grace, which hath left us our Infirmities as fit Remembrancers to Humility. That being placed in a condition, rather of Trembling, than of Security, every Instance of our defect may send us to God for a Supply. God hath given us our Proportion, that we may not grumble, or despair; but not such a Perfection, as once to Adam and the Angels before their Fallen, that we may not (like Them) be either careless, or presume. So that making a due comparison, of that faint measure of goodness which now we possibly may have by the Grace of God, with that full measure of Glory which now At least we hope for, we must be fain to acknowledge, p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst fw-la cc n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 po12 n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1. d vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, av-c pp-f vvg, cs pp-f n1, d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvi. np1 vhz vvn pno12 po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi, cc vvb; cc-acp xx d dt n1, c-acp a-acp pc-acp np1 cc dt n2 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns12 vmb xx (j pno32) vbb d j, cc vvb. av cst vvg dt j-jn n1, pp-f cst j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq av pns12 av-j vmb vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq av p-acp ds pns12 vvb p-acp, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 406
1914 when all is done, that the greatest measure of our obedience is far from deserving the least of Bliss. For as the Sun appears to us a most glorious Body, and yet is look't upon by God, as a spot of Ink; so though the Righteousness of men doth seem to men to be truly such, yet compar'd with our Reward, it is no more than as filthy Rags. That other promise of our Lord, Never to see or to taste of Death, had been sufficiently above our merits; But to inherit Eternal Life too, when all is done, that the greatest measure of our Obedience is Far from deserving the least of Bliss. For as the Sun appears to us a most glorious Body, and yet is looked upon by God, as a spot of Ink; so though the Righteousness of men does seem to men to be truly such, yet compared with our Reward, it is no more than as filthy Rags. That other promise of our Lord, Never to see or to taste of Death, had been sufficiently above our merits; But to inherit Eternal Life too, c-crq d vbz vdn, cst dt js n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz av-j p-acp vvg dt ds pp-f n1. c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt ds j n1, cc av vbz vvb|pn31 p-acp p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; av cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vdz vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi av-j d, av vvn p-acp po12 vvb, pn31 vbz dx dc cs c-acp j n2. cst j-jn vvb pp-f po12 n1, av-x pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, vhd vbn av-j p-acp po12 n2; cc-acp p-acp vvb j n1 av, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 407
1915 though I cannot affirm it above our wishes, yet sure it is often above our Faith. Had we no more than we deserv'd, we should not have so great Blessings as Rain and Sunshine; and God had still been Iust to us, had he made our best wages to be as negative as our work. For as the best of us all can boast no more, though I cannot affirm it above our wishes, yet sure it is often above our Faith. Had we no more than we deserved, we should not have so great Blessings as Rain and Sunshine; and God had still been Just to us, had he made our best wages to be as negative as our work. For as the best of us all can boast no more, cs pns11 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2, av av-j pn31 vbz av p-acp po12 n1. vhd pns12 dx av-dc cs pns12 vvn, pns12 vmd xx vhi av j n2 c-acp vvb cc n1; cc np1 vhd av vbn j p-acp pno12, vhd pns31 vvn po12 js n2 pc-acp vbi c-acp j-jn p-acp po12 vvi. c-acp p-acp dt av-js pp-f pno12 d vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 407
1916 than of being less guilty than other men; than of being less guilty than other men; cs pp-f vbg av-dc j cs j-jn n2; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 407
1917 so we can claim no other Reward, than to be somewat less punish't; (that is, to be beaten with fewer stripes. so we can claim no other Reward, than to be somewhat less punished; (that is, to be beaten with fewer stripes. av pns12 vmb vvi dx j-jn vvb, cs pc-acp vbi av av-dc vvn; (cst vbz, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 407
1918 ) As the Ox amongst the Iews being unmuzzl'd upon the Mowe (by the special appointment of God himself,) at once did eat, and tread the Corn, whereby he received his Reward, at the very same Instant in which he earn'd it; ) As the Ox among the Iews being unmuzzled upon the Mow (by the special appointment of God himself,) At once did eat, and tread the Corn, whereby he received his Reward, At the very same Instant in which he earned it; ) p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np2 vbg j-vvn p-acp dt vvb (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31,) p-acp a-acp vdd vvi, cc vvb dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvn po31 n1, p-acp dt j d j-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vvn pn31; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 407
1919 so the Protection of such a Soveraign is Reward enough for our Allegiance; and the present Maintenance of a Servant is the usual Recompence of his labour. Whatsoever God affords us besides our Being, is to be reckon'd supra Computum. Life at least is our stipend, and Aeternity but our Donative. so the Protection of such a Sovereign is Reward enough for our Allegiance; and the present Maintenance of a Servant is the usual Recompense of his labour. Whatsoever God affords us beside our Being, is to be reckoned supra Computum. Life At least is our stipend, and Eternity but our Donative. av dt n1 pp-f d dt n-jn vbz n1 av-d p-acp po12 n1; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvi. r-crq np1 vvz pno12 p-acp po12 vbg, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn fw-la fw-la. n1 p-acp ds vbz po12 n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 296 Page 407
1920 Nay if we seriously consider, that we are properly the Authors of all that is evil in our selves, Nay if we seriously Consider, that we Are properly the Authors of all that is evil in our selves, uh-x cs pns12 av-j vvb, cst pns12 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f d cst vbz j-jn p-acp po12 n2, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 408
1921 and nothing more than the Instruments of what is good; that when we pray very devoutly, 'tis God that sets our lips a going; and nothing more than the Instruments of what is good; that when we pray very devoutly, it's God that sets our lips a going; cc pix av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f r-crq vbz j; cst c-crq pns12 vvb av av-j, pn31|vbz np1 cst vvz po12 n2 dt vvg; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 408
1922 and whensoever we give Alms, 'tis God that mollifies our hearts, and that stretcheth out our hands too; and whensoever we give Alms, it's God that mollifies our hearts, and that Stretcheth out our hands too; cc c-crq pns12 vvb n2, pn31|vbz np1 d vvz po12 n2, cc d vvz av po12 n2 av; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 408
1923 He abundantly requites us for our obedience, by his enabling us to obey. For that the Goodness of a mans life is neither infus'd by Nature, nor acquir'd by Industry, but a special Benefaction of God's free Grace, Plato himself, He abundantly requites us for our Obedience, by his enabling us to obey. For that the goodness of a men life is neither infused by Nature, nor acquired by Industry, but a special Benefaction of God's free Grace, Plato himself, pns31 av-j vvz pno12 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp po31 vvg pno12 p-acp vvi. p-acp cst dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vbz av-dx vvn p-acp n1, ccx vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, np1 px31, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 408
1924 though an Heathen, had yet Discretion enough to say. though an Heathen, had yet Discretion enough to say. cs dt j-jn, vhd av n1 av-d pc-acp vvi. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 408
1925 Why then do the Hebrew or Roman Pharisees take a pride in the doing of this or that Duty, or boast the giving of this or that Alms, as if they had any thing to give, which they themselves had not receiv'd? Why do they glory in their Widowhood, or Single life, when 'tis only from God that they have their Continence? or why do they think to merit Heaven by being Rich in Good works, when even the Goodness of their works does but increase their obligation? Can they expect to be rewarded for their Acceptance? or think that ought is due to them, Why then do the Hebrew or Roman Pharisees take a pride in the doing of this or that Duty, or boast the giving of this or that Alms, as if they had any thing to give, which they themselves had not received? Why do they glory in their Widowhood, or Single life, when it's only from God that they have their Continence? or why do they think to merit Heaven by being Rich in Good works, when even the goodness of their works does but increase their obligation? Can they expect to be rewarded for their Acceptance? or think that ought is due to them, uh-crq av vdb dt njp cc njp np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d cc d n1, cc vvi dt vvg pp-f d cc d n2, c-acp cs pns32 vhd d n1 p-acp vvb, r-crq pns32 px32 vhd xx vvn? q-crq vdb pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1, c-crq pn31|vbz av-j p-acp np1 cst pns32 vhb po32 n1? cc q-crq vdb pns32 vvb p-acp vvb n1 p-acp vbg j p-acp j n2, c-crq av dt n1 pp-f po32 vvz vdz p-acp vvb po32 n1? vmb pns32 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1? cc vvb d pi vbz j-jn p-acp pno32, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 408
1926 for their having been already so much oblig'd? If from the liberty of their Wills they argue the merit of their Obedience, they must know they do impose a double fallacy on themselves. for their having been already so much obliged? If from the liberty of their Wills they argue the merit of their obedience, they must know they do impose a double fallacy on themselves. c-acp po32 vhg vbn av av d vvn? cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pns32 vvb dt vvb pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vdb vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp px32. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 409
1927 For neither can the Wills of men incline to good without Grace, nor is the Liberty of their Wills any whit less of God's giving, than all the rest. 'Tis God that makes us, not only able, but willing too to be obedient; For neither can the Wills of men incline to good without Grace, nor is the Liberty of their Wills any whit less of God's giving, than all the rest. It's God that makes us, not only able, but willing too to be obedient; p-acp dx vmb dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp j p-acp n1, ccx vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 d n1 dc pp-f npg1 vvg, cs d dt n1. pn31|vbz np1 cst vvz pno12, xx av-j j, p-acp j av pc-acp vbi j; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 409
1928 So that the privilege of our choice does not only not lessen, but greatly heighten our Obligation. So that the privilege of our choice does not only not lessen, but greatly heighten our Obligation. av cst dt n1 pp-f po12 j vdz xx av-j xx vvi, p-acp av-j vvb po12 n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 409
1929 And since to perform our whole Duty, is but to pay our whole Debt, our Lord might legally have awarded us, not a Recompence, but a Discharge. And since to perform our Whole Duty, is but to pay our Whole Debt, our Lord might legally have awarded us, not a Recompense, but a Discharge. cc c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 j-jn n1, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 j-jn n1, po12 n1 vmd av-j vhi vvn pno12, xx dt n1, p-acp dt vvb. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 297 Page 409
1930 Nay let me say a little farther, That had our Master proposed to us neither an Heaven to incourage, nor an Hell to fright us to our Obedience, it had been yet Reward sufficient, to have but our Labour for our Pains; And Christ were still a Good Master, in crowning our Foreheads with their own Sweat; in making it the Reward of our Christian Race, to injoy the Satisfaction of having run it. Nay let me say a little farther, That had our Master proposed to us neither an Heaven to encourage, nor an Hell to fright us to our obedience, it had been yet Reward sufficient, to have but our Labour for our Pains; And christ were still a Good Master, in crowning our Foreheads with their own Sweat; in making it the Reward of our Christian Raze, to enjoy the Satisfaction of having run it. uh-x vvb pno11 vvi dt j av-jc, cst vhd po12 n1 vvn p-acp pno12 d dt n1 p-acp vvi, ccx dt n1 p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vhd vbn av n1 j, pc-acp vhi p-acp po12 vvb p-acp po12 n2; cc np1 vbdr av dt j n1, p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp po32 d vvi; p-acp vvg pn31 dt vvb pp-f po12 np1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vhg vvn pn31. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 298 Page 409
1931 For the Commandments of God are so extremely for our Interest, and so conformable to our Reason, that even in keeping them (saith the Psalmist) there is great Reward, (Psal. 19. 9, 10, 11.) This I endeavour'd to make appear in the last days Subject of my Discourse, shewing the Goodness of our Master from the Work about which he employs his Servants; (As I shall also make it appear upon some other opportunity.) And indeed 'tis so impossible, that any Arrears of Bliss and Glory should be due to us in Heaven, for our having been obedient (that is happy ) here on Earth, that (in the Nineteenth Chapter of St. Matthew at the Nine and twentieth Verse,) Whosoever hath forsaken either Father, or Mother, or Brethren, For the commandments of God Are so extremely for our Interest, and so conformable to our Reason, that even in keeping them (Says the Psalmist) there is great Reward, (Psalm 19. 9, 10, 11.) This I endeavoured to make appear in the last days Subject of my Discourse, showing the goodness of our Master from the Work about which he employs his Servants; (As I shall also make it appear upon Some other opportunity.) And indeed it's so impossible, that any Arrears of Bliss and Glory should be due to us in Heaven, for our having been obedient (that is happy) Here on Earth, that (in the Nineteenth Chapter of Saint Matthew At the Nine and twentieth Verse,) Whosoever hath forsaken either Father, or Mother, or Brothers, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av av-jn c-acp po12 n1, cc av j p-acp po12 n1, cst av p-acp vvg pno32 (vvz dt n1) pc-acp vbz j n1, (np1 crd crd, crd, crd) d pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi vvi p-acp dt ord n2 j-jn pp-f po11 n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt vvb p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2; (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pn31 vvi p-acp d j-jn n1.) cc av pn31|vbz av j, cst d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vbi j-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp po12 vhg vbn j (cst vbz j) av p-acp n1, cst (p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp dt crd cc ord n1,) r-crq vhz vvn d n1, cc n1, cc n2, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 298 Page 410
1932 or Sisters, or Wife, or Children, or Houses, or Lands, for the Name of Christ and his Gospel; or Sisters, or Wife, or Children, or Houses, or Lands, for the Name of christ and his Gospel; cc n2, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 298 Page 410
1933 although he shall receive an hundred fold, and that perhaps in this present World, yet 'tis only NONLATINALPHABET, He shall not purchase, but inherit Eternal Life. although he shall receive an hundred fold, and that perhaps in this present World, yet it's only, He shall not purchase, but inherit Eternal Life. cs pns31 vmb vvi dt crd n1, cc cst av p-acp d j n1, av pn31|vbz j, pns31 vmb xx vvi, p-acp vvb j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 298 Page 410
1934 'Tis true indeed that our Obedience is the Causa-sine-quâ-non, (that is) the Necessary Condition, which is required by God to our being there; But it follows not thence that 'tis the Causa Energetica, the effectual Cause of our coming thither. For we cannot duly say, A man does walk with his Hands, or eat with his Ears, because he neither eats nor walks without them. It's true indeed that our obedience is the Causa-sine-quâ-non, (that is) the Necessary Condition, which is required by God to our being there; But it follows not thence that it's the Causa Energetica, the effectual Cause of our coming thither. For we cannot duly say, A man does walk with his Hands, or eat with his Ears, Because he neither eats nor walks without them. pn31|vbz j av cst po12 n1 vbz dt j, (cst vbz) dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po12 vbg a-acp; p-acp pn31 vvz xx av cst pn31|vbz dt fw-la np1, dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-vvg av. c-acp pns12 vmbx av-jn vvi, dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns31 dx vvz ccx vvz p-acp pno32. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 299 Page 411
1935 And 'tis as illogical to affirm that we can climb Heaven by our Good works, because without them we fall to Hell. They keep us company indeed, And it's as illogical to affirm that we can climb Heaven by our Good works, Because without them we fallen to Hell. They keep us company indeed, cc pn31|vbz c-acp j pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po12 j n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 pns12 vvb p-acp n1. pns32 vvb pno12 n1 av, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 299 Page 411
1936 but they do not carry us. but they do not carry us. cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi pno12. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 299 Page 411
1937 Thus if a Patron gives me a Mannor, and only covenants for the payment of some small Quit-Rent; or else bestows upon me an ample Field, upon condition that once a year I shall present him with a Turf; I cannot say that that Turf is a Recompence for the Field, but an acknowledgment of the Favour: Not the paying him for a Bargain, but the thanking him for a Benevolence. And such is the infinite Disproportion betwixt the best of our Obedience, and our least Degree of Bliss, that 'tis but a Token of our Homage, not an earning of our Reward. And therefore 'tis aptly observ'd by Grotius, that the word in the Hebrew Text which answers to the NONLATINALPHABET in the Sixth Chapter of St. Matthew, (v. 1.) doth promiscuously signifie both a Gift, and a Reward. Thus Life Eternal is a Reward, because 'tis given upon Condition; but withal it is a Gift, because 'tis given us. Thus if a Patron gives me a Manor, and only Covenants for the payment of Some small Quitrent; or Else bestows upon me an ample Field, upon condition that once a year I shall present him with a Turf; I cannot say that that Turf is a Recompense for the Field, but an acknowledgment of the Favour: Not the paying him for a Bargain, but the thanking him for a Benevolence. And such is the infinite Disproportion betwixt the best of our obedience, and our lest Degree of Bliss, that it's but a Token of our Homage, not an earning of our Reward. And Therefore it's aptly observed by Grotius, that the word in the Hebrew Text which answers to the in the Sixth Chapter of Saint Matthew, (v. 1.) does promiscuously signify both a Gift, and a Reward. Thus Life Eternal is a Reward, Because it's given upon Condition; but withal it is a Gift, Because it's given us. av cs dt n1 vvz pno11 dt n1, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j; cc av vvz p-acp pno11 dt j n1, p-acp n1 cst a-acp dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; pns11 vmbx vvi d cst n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: xx dt vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1. cc d vbz dt j vvi p-acp dt av-js pp-f po12 n1, cc po12 cs n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, xx dt vvg pp-f po12 vvb. cc av pn31|vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1, cst dt n1 p-acp dt njp n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1, (n1 crd) vdz av-j vvi d dt n1, cc dt vvb. av n1 j vbz dt vvb, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1; p-acp av pn31 vbz dt n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pno12. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 299 Page 412
1938 Say we therefore with holy Iob, If we are wicked, wo unto us; Say we Therefore with holy Job, If we Are wicked, woe unto us; vvb pns12 av p-acp j np1, cs pns12 vbr j, n1 p-acp pno12; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 412
1939 And if we are righteous, we will not lift up our Heads, Job 10. 15. Or let us say rather with St. Paul, 2 Cor. 3. 5. Not that we are sufficient of our selves, to think any thing as of our selves, And if we Are righteous, we will not lift up our Heads, Job 10. 15. Or let us say rather with Saint Paul, 2 Cor. 3. 5. Not that we Are sufficient of our selves, to think any thing as of our selves, cc cs pns12 vbr j, pns12 vmb xx vvi a-acp po12 n2, n1 crd crd cc vvb pno12 vvi av-c p-acp n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd xx d pns12 vbr j pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 c-acp pp-f po12 n2, (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 412
1940 but that our sufficiency is of God. That though indeed we can work out our own Salvation; but that our sufficiency is of God. That though indeed we can work out our own Salvation; cc-acp cst po12 n1 vbz pp-f np1. cst cs av pns12 vmb vvi av po12 d n1; (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 412
1941 yet it is upon this accompt, that God Himself worketh in us, both to will and to do of his good Pleasure. yet it is upon this account, that God Himself works in us, both to will and to do of his good Pleasure. av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cst np1 px31 vvz p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi pp-f po31 j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 412
1942 That though perhaps we can do all things; yet it is only through Christ that strengthens us. That though perhaps we can do all things; yet it is only through christ that strengthens us. cst cs av pns12 vmb vdi d n2; av pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 cst vvz pno12. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 412
1943 That neither our Duty, nor our Happiness, are any way Necessary to God; who, as he needeth not the sinful, so neither hath he need of the righteous man. That neither our Duty, nor our Happiness, Are any Way Necessary to God; who, as he needs not the sinful, so neither hath he need of the righteous man. cst d po12 n1, ccx po12 n1, vbr d n1 j p-acp np1; r-crq, c-acp pns31 vvz xx dt j, av d vhz pns31 n1 pp-f dt j n1. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 412
1944 And therefore (to pass out of this Point, at the same Door where I came in,) let us confess, that at our best, we are but Unprofitable Servants; that our Obedience is not the Cause, but meerly the Condition of our Reward; And that if ever we arrive at Eternal Life, it will not be by way of Purchase, as we are Servants; but by way of Inheritance, as we are Sons. And Therefore (to pass out of this Point, At the same Door where I Come in,) let us confess, that At our best, we Are but Unprofitable Servants; that our obedience is not the Cause, but merely the Condition of our Reward; And that if ever we arrive At Eternal Life, it will not be by Way of Purchase, as we Are Servants; but by Way of Inheritance, as we Are Sons. cc av (pc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1, p-acp dt d n1 c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp,) vvb pno12 vvi, cst p-acp po12 js, pns12 vbr p-acp j-u n2; cst po12 n1 vbz xx dt vvb, p-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb; cc cst cs av pns12 vvb p-acp j n1, pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 pp-f vvi, c-acp pns12 vbr n2; p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vbr n2. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 300 Page 413
1945 Which God of his Mercy prepare us for, not for our Faith, or for our Works, but for the worthiness of his Son. To him be Glory for ever and ever. Amen. Which God of his Mercy prepare us for, not for our Faith, or for our Works, but for the worthiness of his Son. To him be Glory for ever and ever. Amen. r-crq np1 pp-f po31 n1 vvb pno12 p-acp, xx p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp po12 vvz, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31 vbb n1 p-acp av cc av. uh-n. (15) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 301 Page 413
1946 A SCRIPTURAL PROGNOSTICK OF JESUS CHRIST's Second Advent TO Iudge the World. A PROGNOSTICK OF THE Coming of Christ TO JUDGMENT. A SCRIPTURAL PROGNOSTICK OF JESUS Christ's Second Advent TO Judge the World. A PROGNOSTICK OF THE Coming of christ TO JUDGMENT. dt j n1 pp-f np1 npg1 ord n1 p-acp vvi dt n1. dt n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 301 Page 417
1947 LUKE XVIII. 8. But when The Son of Man cometh, shall he find Faith upon the Earth? LUKE XVIII. 8. But when The Son of Man comes, shall he find Faith upon the Earth? np1 np1. crd p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 301 Page 417
1948 That is to say, He shall not. (According to the Rule of all Grammarians and Rhetoricians, that an Affirmative Interrogation is the most forcible way of expressing a flat and positive Denial.) That is to say, He shall not. (According to the Rule of all Grammarians and Rhetoricians, that an Affirmative Interrogation is the most forcible Way of expressing a flat and positive Denial.) cst vbz pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb xx. (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, cst dt j n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vvg dt j cc j n1.) (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 302 Page 417
1949 § 1. THE Cohaerence 'twixt These, and the words foregoing, is so hard to be discerned at first appearance, that some have thought there is none at all. For if God will come speedily to the Avenging of his Elect, (as our Saviour saith he will, in the two next Verses before my Text,) who were not Elected without a Praescience, as well of their Faithfulness, as of their Faith; How can it be that when He comes, He shall not find Faith upon the Earth? But if we attentively consider the Text before us, § 1. THE Coherence betwixt These, and the words foregoing, is so hard to be discerned At First appearance, that Some have Thought there is none At all. For if God will come speedily to the Avenging of his Elect, (as our Saviour Says he will, in the two next Verses before my Text,) who were not Elected without a Prescience, as well of their Faithfulness, as of their Faith; How can it be that when He comes, He shall not find Faith upon the Earth? But if we attentively Consider the Text before us, § crd dt n1 p-acp d, cc dt n2 vvg, vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp ord n1, cst d vhb vvn a-acp vbz pix p-acp av-d. c-acp cs np1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1, (p-acp po12 n1 vvz pns31 vmb, p-acp dt crd ord n2 p-acp po11 n1,) r-crq vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp av pp-f po32 n1, c-acp pp-f po32 n1; c-crq vmb pn31 vbi cst c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? cc-acp cs pns12 av-j vvb dt n1 p-acp pno12, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 418
1950 as it stands in relation to all the Verses going before, and more especially to the first, This Objection will quickly vanish, as it Stands in Relation to all the Verses going before, and more especially to the First, This Objection will quickly vanish, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 vvg a-acp, cc av-dc av-j p-acp dt ord, d n1 vmb av-j vvi, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 418
1951 and we shall find a good Connexion, between the praecedent, and praesent words. and we shall find a good Connexion, between the precedent, and present words. cc pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1, p-acp dt n1, cc j n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 418
1952 For our Lord having exhorted The Neophyte-Disciples to whom he spake, Not to faint in their Prayers, but to pray-on with Perseverance, (v. 1.) excites them to it with an Assurance, that their Prayers shall not be fruitless. For our Lord having exhorted The Neophyte-Disciples to whom he spoke, Not to faint in their Prayers, but to pray-on with Perseverance, (v. 1.) excites them to it with an Assurance, that their Prayers shall not be fruitless. p-acp po12 n1 vhg vvn dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, p-acp p-acp j p-acp n1, (n1 crd) vvz pno32 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst po32 n2 vmb xx vbi j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 418
1953 And that their Prayers shall not be fruitless, He convinceth them by an Argument à minori ad majus. This appears by his whole Parable touching the Widows Importunity, praevailing over the Heart of an hardned Iudge. From whence the Argument is as natural, And that their Prayers shall not be fruitless, He Convinces them by an Argument à minori ad Majus. This appears by his Whole Parable touching the Widows Importunity, prevailing over the Heart of an hardened Judge. From whence the Argument is as natural, cc cst po32 n2 vmb xx vbi j, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. d vvz p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vvg dt n2 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 418
1954 as it is logical, and convincing. as it is logical, and convincing. c-acp pn31 vbz j, cc j-vvg. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 418
1955 For if the Prayer of the distressed and importunate Widow returned at last into her Bosom with good Success, For if the Prayer of the distressed and importunate Widow returned At last into her Bosom with good Success, p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn cc j n1 vvn p-acp ord p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 419
1956 thô from a most corrupt Iudge, who had no fear of God, nor regard of Man, (v. 2.) NONLATINALPHABET, with how much a greater force of reason shall all the Prayers of The Faithful receive an acceptable Return, from the Father of Mercies, and God of all Consolation, who is (not only no unjust or obdurate Judge, though from a most corrupt Judge, who had no Fear of God, nor regard of Man, (v. 2.), with how much a greater force of reason shall all the Prayers of The Faithful receive an acceptable Return, from the Father of mercies, and God of all Consolation, who is (not only no unjust or obdurate Judge, cs p-acp dt av-ds j n1, r-crq vhd dx n1 pp-f np1, ccx n1 pp-f n1, (n1 crd), p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vmb d dt n2 pp-f dt j vvb dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc np1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz (xx av-j dx j cc j vvi, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 419
1957 but) NONLATINALPHABET, The Rewarder by way of Eminence of them that diligently seek him, either sooner, but), The Rewarder by Way of Eminence of them that diligently seek him, either sooner, cc-acp), dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvb pno31, d av-c, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 419
1958 or later, as he sees fit? Yes the time is now coming, when They shall be freed from their Afflictions, and when the Vengeance due from God shall speedily fall on the Authors of them. or later, as he sees fit? Yes the time is now coming, when They shall be freed from their Afflictions, and when the Vengeance due from God shall speedily fallen on the Authors of them. cc jc, c-acp pns31 vvz j? uh dt n1 vbz av vvg, c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc c-crq dt n1 j-jn p-acp np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 419
1959 To which He adds by way of complaint, and by a Compassionate Erotésis, or Expostulation, (cohaering with what he said before, by a Conjunction Adversative, ) that when He shall come in the later Days to be an Avenger of his Elect, The Apostasie will be so general, He will find but Few of them. To which He adds by Way of complaint, and by a Compassionate Erotésis, or Expostulation, (cohering with what he said before, by a Conjunction Adversative,) that when He shall come in the later Days to be an Avenger of his Elect, The Apostasy will be so general, He will find but Few of them. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j np1, cc n1, (vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp, p-acp dt n1 j,) cst c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt jc n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 vmb vbi av j, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f pno32. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 419
1960 Of the many who are Called, He will find but few Chosen. Amongst a Multitude of Flatterers, he will find but few Friends. Of the many who Are Called, He will find but few Chosen. among a Multitude of Flatterers, he will find but few Friends. pp-f dt d r-crq vbr vvn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d j-vvn. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 419
1961 In a world of Praetenders, He will find but Few Faithful; and with very much Profession, very little True Faith; They alone being Elect, who persevere unto the End in The Faith of Christ; In a world of Praetenders, He will find but Few Faithful; and with very much Profession, very little True Faith; They alone being Elect, who persevere unto the End in The Faith of christ; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d j; cc p-acp av d n1, j j j n1; pns32 av-j n1 j, r-crq vvb p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 420
1962 and whose Faith is efficacious, as well as sufficient to make them Faithful. and whose Faith is efficacious, as well as sufficient to make them Faithful. cc rg-crq n1 vbz j, c-acp av c-acp j pc-acp vvi pno32 j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 303 Page 420
1963 § 2. We see The Cohaerence of the Text, which will help us not to err in the Meaning of it. § 2. We see The Coherence of the Text, which will help us not to err in the Meaning of it. § crd pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 420
1964 For in that our Lord asks, When the Son of Man cometh, shall He find Faith upon the Earth? It is as if he should have said in plain and peremptory Terms, That at his second Coming from Heaven to judge the Inhabitants of the Earth, He shall not find Many Christians, who will pray with that Faith, which alone can inable them to pray without ceasing, and not to faint. For in that our Lord asks, When the Son of Man comes, shall He find Faith upon the Earth? It is as if he should have said in plain and peremptory Terms, That At his second Coming from Heaven to judge the Inhabitants of the Earth, He shall not find Many Christians, who will pray with that Faith, which alone can inable them to pray without ceasing, and not to faint. p-acp p-acp d po12 n1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp j cc j n2, cst p-acp po31 ord vvg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi d np1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp cst n1, r-crq av-j vmb j pno32 pc-acp vvb p-acp vvg, cc xx pc-acp vvi. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 420
1965 When He shall come to save Believers, He will find but few such in the Gospel-sense. Not none simpliciter, but none secundum quid. Comparatively none, When He shall come to save Believers, He will find but few such in the Gospel sense. Not none simpliciter, but none secundum quid. Comparatively none, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d d p-acp dt n1. xx pix fw-la, p-acp pix fw-la fw-la. av-j pi, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 420
1966 or none to speak of. The greatest part of men will perish, even for want of That Faith, whereby men's Prayers become effectual. 'Tis not through any defect of Goodness, and longanimity in God, that so few will be safe in the Day of Judgment; or none to speak of. The greatest part of men will perish, even for want of That Faith, whereby men's Prayers become effectual. It's not through any defect of goodness, and longanimity in God, that so few will be safe in the Day of Judgement; cc pix pc-acp vvi pp-f. dt js n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi, av p-acp n1 pp-f cst n1, c-crq ng2 n2 vvb j. pn31|vbz xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, cst av d vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 420
1967 But through a miserable defect of Christian Faithfulness, and Faith, The great Condition of the Covenant, which God in Christ (the only true Shechinah ) was pleas'd to make with the Sons of Men. Historical Faith there is in many, such as is common to men with Devils, who are said by St. Iames, to believe, and tremble. A sturdy Praesumption there is in Many, which they mistake for the perfection and strength of Faith. But through a miserable defect of Christian Faithfulness, and Faith, The great Condition of the Covenant, which God in christ (the only true Shechinah) was pleased to make with the Sons of Men. Historical Faith there is in many, such as is Common to men with Devils, who Are said by Saint James, to believe, and tremble. A sturdy Presumption there is in Many, which they mistake for the perfection and strength of Faith. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f njp n1, cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq np1 p-acp np1 (dt j j np1) vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. np1 n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp d, d c-acp vbz j p-acp n2 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp vvb, cc vvi. dt j n1 a-acp vbz p-acp d, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 421
1968 A Carnal Security is in Many, which they take to be the Product and Fruit of Faith. A Carnal Security is in Many, which they take to be the Product and Fruit of Faith. dt j n1 vbz p-acp d, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt vvb cc n1 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 421
1969 There is in many such a Carnal and Human Faith, concerning the Being of Heaven and Hell, a Life after Death, There is in many such a Carnal and Human Faith, Concerning the Being of Heaven and Hell, a Life After Death, pc-acp vbz p-acp d d dt j cc j n1, vvg dt vbg pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 421
1970 and a Day of Judgment, as that there is such a Place as Constantinople, or Eutopia; whereof thô This is as fictitious, as That is real, yet by Ignaroes in Geography they are believed Both alike. Thus in one sense or other, Faith is as common as Infidelity: a Weed which grows in most mens Gardens. and a Day of Judgement, as that there is such a Place as Constantinople, or Eutopia; whereof though This is as fictitious, as That is real, yet by Ignaroes in Geography they Are believed Both alike. Thus in one sense or other, Faith is as Common as Infidelity: a Weed which grows in most men's Gardens. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp np1, cc np1; c-crq cs d vbz p-acp j, p-acp cst vbz j, av p-acp npg1 p-acp np1 pns32 vbr vvn av-d av. av p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1: dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp av-ds ng2 n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 421
1971 But very few have That Faith, of which our Lord does here speak; But very few have That Faith, of which our Lord does Here speak; p-acp j d vhb cst n1, pp-f r-crq po12 n1 vdz av vvi; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 421
1972 to wit a Faith which is attended with Hope, and Charity; a Faith coupl'd with Fear to offend our Maker; a Faith productive of obedience unto That which is called The Law of Faith; a Faith importing all faithfulness in the discharge of that Service we owe our Master; a Faith expressed by a submission, first to God rather than Man, and then to Man for God's sake; to wit a Faith which is attended with Hope, and Charity; a Faith coupled with fear to offend our Maker; a Faith productive of Obedience unto That which is called The Law of Faith; a Faith importing all faithfulness in the discharge of that Service we owe our Master; a Faith expressed by a submission, First to God rather than Man, and then to Man for God's sake; pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvb, cc n1; dt n1 vvn p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1; dt n1 j pp-f n1 p-acp cst r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 vvg d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb po12 n1; dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, ord p-acp n1 av-c cs n1, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 422
1973 lastly a Faith joyned with Patience, and Perseverance unto the End in the work of Prayer; to which our Saviour had exhorted in the first Verse of This Chapter, lastly a Faith joined with Patience, and Perseverance unto the End in the work of Prayer; to which our Saviour had exhorted in the First Verse of This Chapter, ord dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 422
1974 and which indeed is the Scope of this whole Paragraph. and which indeed is the Scope of this Whole Paragraph. cc r-crq av vbz dt n1 pp-f d j-jn np1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 304 Page 422
1975 § 3. Thus we have clearly a Praediction, that the last Times will be the worst; or that the World, towards its End, will be most dissolute, and debauch't; that 'twill not be only an Iron-age, § 3. Thus we have clearly a Predication, that the last Times will be the worst; or that the World, towards its End, will be most dissolute, and debauched; that it'll not be only an iron-age, § crd av pns12 vhb av-j dt n1, cst dt ord n2 vmb vbi dt js; cc d dt n1, p-acp po31 vvb, vmb vbi av-ds j, cc vvn; cst pn31|vmb xx vbi av-j dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 422
1976 but that the Iron will be corrupted with Rust and Canker. but that the Iron will be corrupted with Rust and Canker. cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 422
1977 This is the Doctrine of the Text, and this must be divided into two distinct Branches, as the word Faith may here be taken in two distinct Considerations. For in which sense soever we understand the word Faith in the Text before us, This is the Doctrine of the Text, and this must be divided into two distinct Branches, as the word Faith may Here be taken in two distinct Considerations. For in which sense soever we understand the word Faith in the Text before us, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd j n2, p-acp dt n1 n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp crd j n2. c-acp p-acp r-crq n1 av pns12 vvb dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 422
1978 whether for a firm Adhaerence unto the Truth of Christ's Gospel in all its Doctrines; or for a faithful punctuality in All Commerce and Transaction 'twixt Man and Man; whither for a firm Adherence unto the Truth of Christ's Gospel in all its Doctrines; or for a faithful punctuality in All Commerce and Transaction betwixt Man and Man; cs p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2; cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 422
1979 whether in That as the Cause of This, or in This as the Fruit of That; (for 'tis not pertinent now to mention all the other acceptions of Faith in Scripture,) we shall have reason to suspect, The World is drawing towards its End, in that the Praediction of our Saviour is drawing so near its Completion. Before I come to prove or apply the Doctrine, it will perhaps be worth while, to take a view of the Description of the last and worst Days, as St. Peter and St. Paul have drawn it up for us in their Epistles: whither in That as the Cause of This, or in This as the Fruit of That; (for it's not pertinent now to mention all the other acceptions of Faith in Scripture,) we shall have reason to suspect, The World is drawing towards its End, in that the Predication of our Saviour is drawing so near its Completion. Before I come to prove or apply the Doctrine, it will perhaps be worth while, to take a view of the Description of the last and worst Days, as Saint Peter and Saint Paul have drawn it up for us in their Epistles: cs p-acp cst p-acp dt vvb pp-f d, cc p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (c-acp pn31|vbz xx j av pc-acp vvi d dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1,) pns12 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vbz vvg p-acp po31 vvb, p-acp cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvg av av-j po31 n1. c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp vvb cc vvb dt n1, pn31 vmb av vbi j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord cc js n2, p-acp n1 np1 cc n1 np1 vhb vvn pn31 a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp po32 n2: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 423
1980 the one in Gross, and the other in the Retail. First St. Peter tells us in general, There shall come in the last days Scoffers, walking after their own own Lusts. St. Paul acquaints us in particular, what the several Lusts are: the one in Gross, and the other in the Retail. First Saint Peter tells us in general, There shall come in the last days Scoffers, walking After their own own Lusts. Saint Paul acquaints us in particular, what the several Lustiest Are: dt pi p-acp j, cc dt n-jn p-acp dt n1. ord n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, a-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n2 n2, vvg p-acp po32 d d np1 n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp j, r-crq dt j n2 vbr: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 423
1981 This know also (saith he to Timothy, ) that in the last days perilous times shall come. This know also (Says he to Timothy,) that in the last days perilous times shall come. d vvb av (vvz pns31 p-acp np1,) d p-acp dt ord n2 j n2 vmb vvi. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 423
1982 For men shall be Lovers of their own selves; covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to Parents, unthankful, unholy; For men shall be Lovers of their own selves; covetous, boaster's, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to Parents, unthankful, unholy; p-acp n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f po32 d n2; j, ng1, j, n2, j p-acp n2, j, j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 423
1983 without natural affection, truce-breakers, make-bates, (otherwise called false Accusers, ) incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good; without natural affection, Truce-breakers, Makebates, (otherwise called false Accusers,) incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that Are good; p-acp j n1, n2, j, (av vvn j n2,) j, j, n2 pp-f d cst vbr j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 423
1984 Traitors, heady, highminded, Lovers of Pleasures more than Lovers of God; having a form of Godliness, but denying the Power thereof. Traitors, heady, High-minded, Lovers of Pleasures more than Lovers of God; having a from of Godliness, but denying the Power thereof. n2, j, j, n2 pp-f ng1 av-dc cs n2 pp-f np1; vhg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvg dt n1 av. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1985 From These (saith He) turn away. And presently after he gives his Reason. From These (Says He) turn away. And presently After he gives his Reason. p-acp d (vvz pns31) vvb av. cc av-j c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1986 For of this sort are they who creep into Houses, and lead captive silly women laden with Sins, For of this sort Are they who creep into Houses, and led captive silly women laden with Sins, p-acp pp-f d n1 vbr pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp n2, cc vvb j-jn j n2 vvn p-acp n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1987 and led away with divers lusts; Ever learning, but never able to come to the knowledge of the Truth. and led away with diverse Lustiest; Ever learning, but never able to come to the knowledge of the Truth. cc vvd av p-acp j n2; av n1, cc-acp av-x j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1988 After this they are compared to Iannes and Iambres withstanding Moses, men of corrupt minds, After this they Are compared to Jannes and Jambres withstanding Moses, men of corrupt minds, p-acp d pns32 vbr vvn p-acp ng1 cc n2 vvg np1, n2 pp-f j n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1989 or men of no judgment, and Reprobate concerning the Faith, (2 Tim. 3. from the first verse unto the ninth. or men of no judgement, and Reprobate Concerning the Faith, (2 Tim. 3. from the First verse unto the ninth. cc n2 pp-f dx n1, cc n-jn vvg dt n1, (crd np1 crd p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ord. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1990 ) This is St. Paul 's Exact Description of wicked Doers in the last Days, and that in the Bosom of The Church too, ) This is Saint Paul is Exact Description of wicked Doers in the last Days, and that in the Bosom of The Church too, ) d vbz n1 np1 vbz j n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt ord n2, cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1991 as learned Beza expresly words it. as learned Beza expressly words it. c-acp j np1 av-j n2 pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1992 Now whether the last Days refer to the Destruction of Ierusalem, or to the End of the World, or have an Aspect upon Both, (which I conceive to be the Best of the Three Opinions,) we cannot but say it suits well (a great deal too well,) with the Days we live in. For Now whither the last Days refer to the Destruction of Ierusalem, or to the End of the World, or have an Aspect upon Both, (which I conceive to be the Best of the Three Opinions,) we cannot but say it suits well (a great deal too well,) with the Days we live in. For av cs dt ord n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, cc vhb dt n1 p-acp av-d, (r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt av-js pp-f dt crd n2,) pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi pn31 vvz av (dt j n1 av av,) p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp. p-acp (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 305 Page 424
1993 § 4. If we consider the Faith of Christ in the first general sense I lately mention'd, § 4. If we Consider the Faith of christ in the First general sense I lately mentioned, § crd cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord j n1 pns11 av-j vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 424
1994 How is it totally rejected, or most wretchedly depraved, by the Mahomedans in the Eastern, and by the Multitude of Fanaticks, in the Western parts of the World? what with Heathens, and Iews, arrant Atheists, and empty Theists, modern Arrians or Socinians, what with Dogmatists, and Scepticks, and the more brutish Acatalepticks, and damnable Hypocrites in Religion, who (if it is possible) may be thought worse than the worst of These; How is it totally rejected, or most wretchedly depraved, by the Mahomedans in the Eastern, and by the Multitude of Fanatics, in the Western parts of the World? what with heathens, and Iews, arrant Atheists, and empty Theists, modern Arians or socinians, what with Dogmatists, and Sceptics, and the more brutish Acatalepticks, and damnable Hypocrites in Religion, who (if it is possible) may be Thought Worse than the worst of These; q-crq vbz pn31 av-j vvn, cc av-ds av-j vvn, p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1? q-crq p-acp n2-jn, cc np2, j n2, cc j n2, j n2-jn cc njp2, r-crq p-acp n2, cc n2-jn, cc dt av-dc j n2-jn, cc j n2 p-acp n1, r-crq (cs pn31 vbz j) vmb vbi vvn jc cs dt js pp-f d; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 425
1995 How few in Christendom are Christians, or more than Professors of Christianity? And even of Professors how many are there, who in their words do own Christ, How few in Christendom Are Christians, or more than Professors of Christianity? And even of Professors how many Are there, who in their words do own christ, c-crq d p-acp np1 vbr np1, cc av-dc cs n2 pp-f np1? cc av pp-f n2 c-crq d vbr a-acp, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vdb d np1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 425
1996 whilst in their works they quite deny him? like Those concerning whom St. Paul saith to Titus, They are Abominable, Disobedient, while in their works they quite deny him? like Those Concerning whom Saint Paul Says to Titus, They Are Abominable, Disobedient, cs p-acp po32 vvz pns32 vvb vvb pno31? vvb d vvg r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp np1, pns32 vbr j, j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 425
1997 and to every good work Reprobate. and to every good work Reprobate. cc p-acp d j n1 j-jn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 425
1998 Do not the Turks use our Saviour with much more reverence and respect, thô they believe him but a meer Prophet, than many Thousands of Verbal Christians who do profess him to be a God? The Turks chastize their Christian Slaves, whensoever their Anger or Impatience moves them to swear, or to blaspheme. A Turkish Sultan could afford a good Admonition to a Pope, Do not the Turks use our Saviour with much more Reverence and respect, though they believe him but a mere Prophet, than many Thousands of Verbal Christians who do profess him to be a God? The Turks chastise their Christian Slaves, whensoever their Anger or Impatience moves them to swear, or to Blaspheme. A Turkish Sultan could afford a good Admonition to a Pope, vdb xx dt n2 vvb po12 n1 p-acp d dc n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1, cs d crd pp-f j np1 r-crq vdb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt np1? dt n2 vvi po32 np1 n2, c-crq po32 n1 cc n1 vvz pno32 p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb. dt jp n1 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 425
1999 and a Christian Emperour, that Iesus Christ had commanded them to put up Injuries and Affronts, and a Christian Emperor, that Iesus christ had commanded them to put up Injuries and Affronts, cc dt njp n1, cst np1 np1 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp vvd a-acp n2 cc vvz, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 426
2000 but not to offer, or to revenge them. but not to offer, or to revenge them. cc-acp xx p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb pno32. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 426
2001 How like an Heathen did Iustinian break his Contract with the Mahomedans? and how sadly did they make an Example of him? How did Nicephorus do the like with the Turkish Aaron? and how was he made a like Example? A whole victorious Christian Army, dead in Drunkenness and Sleep, was so cut off by the Saracens during the Reign of Michael Ducas, that only a man was left alive to carry home Tidings of that Calamity. How like an Heathen did Iustinian break his Contract with the Mahomedans? and how sadly did they make an Exampl of him? How did Nicephorus do the like with the Turkish Aaron? and how was he made a like Exampl? A Whole victorious Christian Army, dead in drunkenness and Sleep, was so Cut off by the Saracens during the Reign of Michael Ducas, that only a man was left alive to carry home Tidings of that Calamity. c-crq av-j dt j-jn vdd np1 vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt np1? cc c-crq av-j vdd pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31? q-crq vdd np1 vdb dt av-j p-acp dt jp np1? cc q-crq vbds pns31 vvn dt j n1? dt j-jn j njp n1, j p-acp n1 cc n1, vbds av vvn a-acp p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt vvi pp-f np1 np1, cst av-j dt n1 vbds vvn j pc-acp vvi av-an n2 pp-f d n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 426
2002 The Christian Emperour Diogenes found as much Faithfulness and Humanity from the most admirable Axan, (a Turkish Sultan and an Enemy,) who took him Pris'ner, The Christian Emperor Diogenes found as much Faithfulness and Humanity from the most admirable Axan, (a Turkish Sultan and an Enemy,) who took him Prisoner, dt njp n1 np1 vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt av-ds j np1, (dt jp n1 cc dt n1,) r-crq vvd pno31 n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 426
2003 as he found Falsness, and Barbarity from his own Christian Subjects at his Enlargement. Lord! the wonderful difference between these Two! as he found Falseness, and Barbarity from his own Christian Subjects At his Enlargement. Lord! the wondered difference between these Two! c-acp pns31 vvd n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 d njp np1 p-acp po31 n1. n1! dt j n1 p-acp d crd! (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 426
2004 His Turkish Enemy sav'd his life, his Christian Subjects took it away. And the most Scandalous * Violation of Christian Faith with the Mahomedans, to which the impious Pope Eugenius had most unchristianly exhorted the King of Poland, cost Ladislaus the signal loss of more than Thirty thousand Soldiers, whom their good Father of the Papacy may well be esteemed to have slain. To deal impartially with our selves, His Turkish Enemy saved his life, his Christian Subjects took it away. And the most Scandalous * Violation of Christian Faith with the Mahomedans, to which the impious Pope Eugenius had most unchristianly exhorted the King of Poland, cost Ladislaus the signal loss of more than Thirty thousand Soldiers, whom their good Father of the Papacy may well be esteemed to have slave. To deal impartially with our selves, po31 jp n1 vvn po31 n1, po31 np1 np1 vvd pn31 av. cc dt ds j * n1 pp-f njp n1 p-acp dt np1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 np1 vhd av-ds av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd np1 dt n1 n1 pp-f dc cs crd crd n2, ro-crq po32 j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn. pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po12 n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 427
2005 as well as honestly with our Enemies, and religiously with our Saviour, (whose Praediction in my Text I am now justifying and proving;) what Incouragement have the Turks to joyn themselves with the Christians, whilst they observe so many Christians wearing Religion as a Cloak? a Cloak to cover Irreligion? a Cloak of Maliciousness and Hypocrisie, to be put off and on as occasion serves? a Cloak for Knavery, as well as honestly with our Enemies, and religiously with our Saviour, (whose Predication in my Text I am now justifying and proving;) what Encouragement have the Turks to join themselves with the Christians, while they observe so many Christians wearing Religion as a Cloak? a Cloak to cover Irreligion? a Cloak of Maliciousness and Hypocrisy, to be put off and on as occasion serves? a Cloak for Knavery, c-acp av c-acp av-j p-acp po12 n2, cc av-j p-acp po12 n1, (rg-crq n1 p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vbm av vvg cc vvg;) r-crq n1 vhb dt np1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt np1, cs pns32 vvb av d np1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1? dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc p-acp p-acp n1 vvz? dt n1 p-acp n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 427
2006 and Sedition, and Violation of Oaths? What Invitations or Inducements have the Worshippers of Mahomed to be converted to Christianity, and Sedition, and Violation of Oaths? What Invitations or Inducements have the Worshippers of Mahomed to be converted to Christianity, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n2? q-crq n2 cc n2 vhb dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 427
2007 whilst for one Drunkard in Turky, They see there are Multitudes in Christendom? or whilst they fear, by turning Christians, they shall be under the Persecution of Fellow Christians? whereas continuing to be Turks, the Christians can do them but little Hurt? or whilst they find Christian Princes buying Peace of the Great Turk, that they may break it with one another; while for one Drunkard in Turky, They see there Are Multitudes in Christendom? or while they Fear, by turning Christians, they shall be under the Persecution of Fellow Christians? whereas Continuing to be Turks, the Christians can do them but little Hurt? or while they find Christian Princes buying Peace of the Great Turk, that they may break it with one Another; cs p-acp crd n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp np1? cc cs pns32 vvb, p-acp vvg np1, pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1? cs vvg pc-acp vbi n2, dt np1 vmb vdi pno32 p-acp j n1? cc cs pns32 vvb np1 n2 vvg n1 pp-f dt j np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd j-jn; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 427
2008 or whilst they hear that Prosperity is avowed by many Christians, to be a Mark of the True Religion? or whilst they read that a most gracious and religious Christian King, Charles the First of Great Britain, was cruelly kill'd in cold Blood by his Christian Subjects, and by the best sort of Christians (as some esteem them, at least as They esteem Themselves, ) Dissenting Protestants, and Reformers, Refiners of The Reformation, or while they hear that Prosperity is avowed by many Christians, to be a Mark of the True Religion? or while they read that a most gracious and religious Christian King, Charles the First of Great Britain, was cruelly killed in cold Blood by his Christian Subject's, and by the best sort of Christians (as Some esteem them, At least as They esteem Themselves,) Dissenting Protestants, and Reformers, Refiners of The Reformation, cc cs pns32 vvb d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d np1, pc-acp vbi dt vvb pp-f dt j n1? cc cs pns32 vvb cst dt av-ds j cc j njp n1, np1 dt ord pp-f j np1, vbds av-j vvd p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp po31 np1 n2-jn, cc p-acp dt av-js n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp d n1 pno32, p-acp ds p-acp pns32 vvb px32,) vvg n2, cc n2, n2 pp-f dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2009 and even Menders of the Magnificat? Now what says The Mahomedan, within himself, and to others on this occasion? If such as These are the Characters whereby Christians are to be known, and even Menders of the Magnificat? Now what Says The Mahomedan, within himself, and to Others on this occasion? If such as These Are the Characters whereby Christians Are to be known, cc av n2 pp-f dt fw-la? av q-crq vvz dt np1, p-acp px31, cc p-acp n2-jn p-acp d n1? cs d c-acp d vbr dt n2 c-crq np1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2010 and Christians of the purer sort too, Christians tenderer in Conscience than others are, Christians scrupling at a Surplice, and Christians of the Purer sort too, Christians tenderer in Conscience than Others Are, Christians Scrutining At a Surplice, cc np1 pp-f dt jc n1 av, np1 jc p-acp n1 cs n2-jn vbr, np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2011 or Cross in Baptism, sit Anima mea cum paganis, (The Turkish Musulman will say,) Let my Soul be with Theirs, who never once heard of the Christian Creed. or Cross in Baptism, fit Anima mea cum Paganis, (The Turkish Muslim will say,) Let my Soul be with Theirs, who never once herd of the Christian Creed. cc vvi p-acp n1, vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (dt jp np1 vmb vvi,) vvb po11 n1 vbb p-acp png32, r-crq av-x a-acp vvd pp-f dt njp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2012 O my Soul, (says the Infidel,) come not Thou into their Secret; to their Assembly, mine Honour, be not Thou united. O my Soul, (Says the Infidel,) come not Thou into their Secret; to their Assembly, mine Honour, be not Thou united. sy po11 n1, (vvz dt n1,) vvb xx pns21 p-acp po32 n-jn; p-acp po32 n1, po11 n1, vbb xx pns21 vvn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2013 For in their Anger they slew a Man; For in their Anger they slew a Man; p-acp p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvd dt n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2014 and in their self-will they digged down a strong Wall; (Him who was to His People for Walls and Bulwarks.) Cursed be their Anger, for it was fierce; and their wrath, and in their self-will they dug down a strong Wall; (Him who was to His People for Walls and Bulwarks.) Cursed be their Anger, for it was fierce; and their wrath, cc p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvd a-acp dt j n1; (pno31 r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2.) vvd vbi po32 n1, p-acp pn31 vbds j; cc po32 n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 428
2015 for it was cruel. Such is the Infidel 's Indignation, thô expressed in the words of a most Faithful dying Iacob, concerning two of his own Sons. for it was cruel. Such is the Infidel is Indignation, though expressed in the words of a most Faithful dying Iacob, Concerning two of his own Sons. c-acp pn31 vbds j. d vbz dt n1 vbz n1, cs vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j j-vvg np1, vvg crd pp-f po31 d n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 429
2016 Unto which may be added That other Prophecy of the same Iacob, touching the same combining Sons, Unto which may be added That other Prophecy of the same Iacob, touching the same combining Sons, p-acp r-crq vmb vbi vvn cst j-jn n1 pp-f dt d np1, vvg dt d j-vvg n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 429
2017 as Sons of Violence and Bloodshed, (that sooner, or later,) God will divide them in Iacob, and scatter them in Israel. as Sons of Violence and Bloodshed, (that sooner, or later,) God will divide them in Iacob, and scatter them in Israel. c-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (cst av-c, cc jc,) np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp np1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp np1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 306 Page 429
2018 § 5. But let us consider whether The Iews have greater incouragement than The Turks, to unite with Those Christians in point of Faith, who hold that None is to be kept with their Fellow-Christians, if (forsooth) they are not fully of their Perswasion, and for That reason only are called Hereticks. The Italian Iews at this day do hate Adultery to the Death; § 5. But let us Consider whither The Iews have greater encouragement than The Turks, to unite with Those Christians in point of Faith, who hold that None is to be kept with their Fellow-Christians, if (forsooth) they Are not Fully of their Persuasion, and for That reason only Are called Heretics. The Italian Iews At this day do hate Adultery to the Death; § crd cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi cs dt np2 vhb jc n1 cs dt n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb cst pix vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 j, cs (uh) pns32 vbr xx av-j pp-f po32 n1, cc p-acp cst n1 av-j vbr vvn n2. dt njp np2 p-acp d n1 vdb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 429
2019 whilst they observe Italian Christians do hardly accompt it a greater Crime, than to eat Flesh upon a Friday. The Iews are so much at unity within themselves, that (as covetous as they are, while they observe Italian Christians do hardly account it a greater Crime, than to eat Flesh upon a Friday. The Iews Are so much At unity within themselves, that (as covetous as they Are, cs pns32 vvb njp np1 vdb av vvi pn31 dt jc n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt np1. dt np2 vbr av d p-acp n1 p-acp px32, cst (c-acp j c-acp pns32 vbr, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 429
2020 and how much soever scatter'd abroad, ) they have a kind of Community of Goods and Fortunes, in that they leave not their Poor ones without Relief, and how much soever scattered abroad,) they have a kind of Community of Goods and Fortune's, in that they leave not their Poor ones without Relief, cc c-crq d av vvn av,) pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2-j cc n2, p-acp cst pns32 vvb xx po32 j pi2 p-acp n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 429
2021 nor their Captives without a Ransom. nor their Captives without a Ransom. ccx po32 n2-jn p-acp dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 429
2022 Whereas the Christians, (they observe,) and as well Protestants, as Papists, are full of Enmity, and Strife, and perhaps of somewhat more than Vatinian Hatreds, from whence arise their Departures and Separations from one another. Whereas the Christians, (they observe,) and as well Protestants, as Papists, Are full of Enmity, and Strife, and perhaps of somewhat more than Vatinian Hatreds, from whence arise their Departures and Separations from one Another. cs dt np1, (pns32 vvb,) cc c-acp av n2, c-acp njp2, vbr j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc av pp-f av dc cs np1 n2, p-acp c-crq vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp crd j-jn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 430
2023 They will not meet to serve God under one and the same Roof with their Christian Brethren, for fear they should obey Man, and the Laws in force. They will not meet to serve God under one and the same Roof with their Christian Brothers, for Fear they should obey Man, and the Laws in force. pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp vvb np1 p-acp crd cc dt d n1 p-acp po32 np1 n2, p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vvi n1, cc dt n2 p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 430
2024 Now the Iews cannot believe The Spirit of Truth is in our Dwellings, because He is also The Spirit of Unity; and They conceive we could not be liable to such Dissentions and Divisions as are amongst us, had we The unity of Truth in our Fundamentals. How many Fractions of Religion have been observed to be in Poland? How many in England, and in Holland, and in other Christian Countries, 'tis hard to say. Now the Iews cannot believe The Spirit of Truth is in our Dwellings, Because He is also The Spirit of Unity; and They conceive we could not be liable to such Dissensions and Divisions as Are among us, had we The unity of Truth in our Fundamentals. How many Fractions of Religion have been observed to be in Poland? How many in England, and in Holland, and in other Christian Countries, it's hard to say. av dt np2 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1; cc pns32 vvb pns12 vmd xx vbi j p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vbr p-acp pno12, vhd pns12 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2-j. q-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp np1? q-crq d p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp j-jn njp n2, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 430
2025 I will say a strange thing, no whit stranger than it is true. I will say a strange thing, no whit stranger than it is true. pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1, dx n1 jc cs pn31 vbz j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 430
2026 There is not a Christian in all the World, who is not an Haeretick, or a Schismatick, in the accompt of other Christians, perhaps no better than Himself. There is not a Christian in all the World, who is not an Heretic, or a Schismatic, in the account of other Christians, perhaps no better than Himself. pc-acp vbz xx dt njp p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vbz xx dt n1, cc dt j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, av av-dx av-jc cs px31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 430
2027 How full are all Parties of hot Disputes, whereof the End commonly is rather Victory, than Truth? And what a Disgrace must it needs be to the Christian Name, that in all the bitter Contests between the Iesuites, and the Iansenists, the Dominicans, and the Franciscans, the Gallican Church, How full Are all Parties of hight Disputes, whereof the End commonly is rather Victory, than Truth? And what a Disgrace must it needs be to the Christian Name, that in all the bitter Contests between the Iesuites, and the Jansenists, the Dominicans, and the Franciscans, the Gallican Church, q-crq j vbr d n2 pp-f j vvz, c-crq dt vvb av-j vbz av n1, cs n1? cc q-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 av vbi p-acp dt njp n1, cst p-acp d dt j n2 p-acp dt np2, cc dt n2, dt np1, cc dt np1, dt np1 n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 431
2028 and the Church of Rome, the Popish Churches, and the Reformed, the Regular Protestants, and the Irregular, the Prote stants by and for, and Those against the Law establish't, the Constant Protestants, and the Church of Rome, the Popish Churches, and the Reformed, the Regular Protestants, and the Irregular, the Prote stants by and for, and Those against the Law established, the Constant Protestants, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n2, cc dt vvn, dt j n2, cc dt j, dt np1 n2 p-acp cc p-acp, cc d p-acp dt n1 vvn, dt j n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 431
2029 and the Protestants given to change, the Remonstrants, and Antiremonstrants, the Sub, and Supralapsarians, and many other opposite Parties, (too many to be now reckon'd,) a greater Care is commonly taken to keep up the Credit of a Syllogism, or Reputation of a Side, than the Unity and Peace of The Church of God? If an Erasmus, or a Modrerius, if a Melancthon, or a Wicelius, if a Cassander, or a Thuanus, a Spalatensis, or a Grotius, does but indeavour to make up Breaches, and the Protestants given to change, the Remonstrants, and Antiremonstrants, the Sub, and Supralapsarians, and many other opposite Parties, (too many to be now reckoned,) a greater Care is commonly taken to keep up the Credit of a Syllogism, or Reputation of a Side, than the Unity and Peace of The Church of God? If an Erasmus, or a Modrerius, if a Melanchthon, or a Wicelius, if a Cassander, or a Thuanus, a Spalatensis, or a Grotius, does but endeavour to make up Breaches, cc dt n2 vvn pc-acp vvi, dt n2, cc n2, dt fw-la, cc n2, cc d j-jn j-jn n2, (av d pc-acp vbi av vvn,) dt jc n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? cs dt np1, cc dt np1, cs dt np1, cc dt np1, cs dt np1, cc dt np1, dt np1, cc dt np1, vdz p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 431
2030 or perswade men to meet in the Middle way, (such as is the way of the Church of England, or That of the Augustan Confession, ) how is he hang'd, drawn, or persuade men to meet in the Middle Way, (such as is the Way of the Church of England, or That of the Augustan Confessi,) how is he hanged, drawn, cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (d c-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d pp-f dt np1 n1,) q-crq vbz pns31 vvn, vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 431
2031 and quarter'd by the Implacable Professors of both Extremes? as if the Unity of Christians, and quartered by the Implacable Professors of both Extremes? as if the Unity of Christians, cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n2-jn? c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 431
2032 and the Peace of The Church, were to be, of all Things, the most avoided; or, and the Peace of The Church, were to be, of all Things, the most avoided; or, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbdr pc-acp vbi, pp-f d n2, dt av-ds vvn; cc, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 432
2033 if not to be avoided, at least despair'd of, as the most vain and the most fruitless, (if not the most odious ) of any project in the World. if not to be avoided, At least despaired of, as the most vain and the most fruitless, (if not the most odious) of any project in the World. cs xx pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp ds vvd pp-f, c-acp dt av-ds j cc dt av-ds j, (cs xx dt ds j) pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 432
2034 So that if there was Truth, as well as sharpness, (which God forbid) in what was said by the Spanish Friar, that few Soveraign Princes shall go to Hell, because in All they are but few; it may perhaps be said as truly in This case also, that few True Christians shall go to Heaven, because True Christians (comparatively speaking) are very few. So that if there was Truth, as well as sharpness, (which God forbid) in what was said by the Spanish Friar, that few Sovereign Princes shall go to Hell, Because in All they Are but few; it may perhaps be said as truly in This case also, that few True Christians shall go to Heaven, Because True Christians (comparatively speaking) Are very few. av cst cs a-acp vbds n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, (r-crq np1 vvb) p-acp r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt jp n1, cst d j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp d pns32 vbr p-acp d; pn31 vmb av vbi vvn a-acp av-j p-acp d n1 av, cst d j np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, c-acp j np1 (av-j vvg) vbr j d. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 307 Page 432
2035 § 6. There are Multitudes indeed who are called Christians; § 6. There Are Multitudes indeed who Are called Christians; § crd pc-acp vbr n2 av r-crq vbr vvn np1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 432
2036 and so are Those of The Marrani, Arabians and Moores in the South of Spain, a kind of Baptized Iews, and circumcised Christians, Men as bad as the ancient Gnosticks, of one Religion in their Mouths, and of another in their Hearts; or like that far more ancient People, the People of Sepharvaim, who feared the Lord, and served their own Gods. If not Both at once, yet at least Both by Turns. It being the common Custom and Policy of the very worst men, to be Professors of the Religion the most in fashion, the easiest, and so Are Those of The Marrani, Arabians and Moors in the South of Spain, a kind of Baptised Iews, and circumcised Christians, Men as bad as the ancient Gnostics, of one Religion in their Mouths, and of Another in their Hearts; or like that Far more ancient People, the People of Sepharvaim, who feared the Lord, and served their own God's If not Both At once, yet At least Both by Turns. It being the Common Custom and Policy of the very worst men, to be Professors of the Religion the most in fashion, the Easiest, cc av vbr d pp-f dt fw-la, njp2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f j-vvn np2, cc vvn np1, n2 p-acp j c-acp dt j n2, pp-f crd n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc pp-f j-jn p-acp po32 n2; cc av-j d j av-dc j n1, dt n1 pp-f vvb, r-crq vvd dt n1, cc vvd po32 d n2 cs xx d p-acp a-acp, av p-acp ds d p-acp vvz. pn31 vbg dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt av js n2, pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 dt ds p-acp n1, dt js, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2037 and cheapest, most for their Secular Ends and Interests, and where their wickednesses may pass with the greatest freedom. and cheapest, most for their Secular Ends and Interests, and where their Wickednesses may pass with the greatest freedom. cc js, ds p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, cc c-crq po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt js n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2038 But our Saviour in the Text which is now before us, did only speak of a Divine, and a Saving Faith, which is peculiar to unfeigned and real Christians; But our Saviour in the Text which is now before us, did only speak of a Divine, and a Saving Faith, which is peculiar to unfeigned and real Christians; p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz av p-acp pno12, vdd av-j vvi pp-f dt j-jn, cc dt vvg n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp j cc j np1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2039 not at all of That Human or Historical Faith, which is common to every titular or nominal Christian, not At all of That Human or Historical Faith, which is Common to every titular or nominal Christian, xx p-acp d pp-f d j cc j n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp d j cc j-jn njp, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2040 or hypocritical Professor of Christ's Religion. So that the meaning of the Text does seem to be evidently This: or hypocritical Professor of Christ's Religion. So that the meaning of the Text does seem to be evidently This: cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1. av cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vbi av-j d: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2041 [ When the Son of Man cometh to be The Judge of the Quick and Dead, shall He find Faith, shall He find Charity, shall He find Iustice upon the Earth? ] For Saving Faith infers Charity, and Charity Justice. [ When the Son of Man comes to be The Judge of the Quick and Dead, shall He find Faith, shall He find Charity, shall He find justice upon the Earth? ] For Saving Faith infers Charity, and Charity justice. [ c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j, vmb pns31 vvi n1, vmb pns31 vvi n1, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? ] c-acp j-vvg n1 vvz n1, cc n1 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2042 Where Justice is wanting, there can be no Christian Charity; and where there is not such Charity, there can be no Christian Faith. Where justice is wanting, there can be no Christian Charity; and where there is not such Charity, there can be no Christian Faith. q-crq n1 vbz vvg, pc-acp vmb vbi dx njp n1; cc c-crq pc-acp vbz xx d n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx njp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 433
2043 Now what Corner is there in Christendom, which does not live out of Charity with one sort or other of Christian People? and commonly the most with their nearest Neighbours, whom Christians should love as they do Themselves? How universally do the Italians despise the Germans, if not abhor them? and again how do the Germans pay them back with Detestation? How do the Little States of Italy malign the four Great ones? and how do they all detest the Protestants who are of Piemont, and Saluzzo? What Disaffections are there in Swisserland, between the Wealthy sort of Protestants, Now what Corner is there in Christendom, which does not live out of Charity with one sort or other of Christian People? and commonly the most with their nearest Neighbours, whom Christians should love as they do Themselves? How universally do the Italians despise the Germans, if not abhor them? and again how do the Germanes pay them back with Detestation? How do the Little States of Italy malign the four Great ones? and how do they all detest the Protestants who Are of Piedmont, and Saluzzo? What Disaffections Are there in Switzerland, between the Wealthy sort of Protestants, av q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vdz xx vvi av pp-f n1 p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn pp-f njp n1? cc av-j dt av-ds p-acp po32 av-j n2, r-crq np1 vmd vvi c-acp pns32 vdb px32? c-crq av-j vdi dt np1 vvb dt np2, cs xx vvb pno32? cc av q-crq vdb dt j vvi pno32 av p-acp n1? q-crq vdb dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvb dt crd j pi2? cc q-crq vdb pns32 d vvb dt n2 r-crq vbr pp-f np1, cc np1? q-crq n2 vbr a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 434
2044 and Warlike Papists? Those for France against Spain, and These for Spain against France? and what Antipodes unto each other are these Next Neighbours? parted more by their Animosities, than by their Pyrenaean Hills? If we look but as far back, and Warlike Papists? Those for France against Spain, and These for Spain against France? and what Antipodes unto each other Are these Next Neighbours? parted more by their Animosities, than by their Pyrenaean Hills? If we look but as Far back, cc j njp2? d p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc d p-acp np1 p-acp np1? cc r-crq n2 p-acp d n-jn vbr d ord n2? vvd n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs p-acp po32 jp n2? cs pns12 vvb cc-acp c-acp av-j av, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 434
2045 as the last Civil Wars of France, what mutual Hatreds may we observe betwixt the Hugonots, and the Leaguers? even as great as Those in Spain between the Castilians, and the Portugais; or as great as Those in Italy, 'twixt Guelphs, and Gibelines; or the Bianchi, and the Neri. How do the Lutherans hate the Papalins? and the Papalins Them? How do they Both hate the Calvinists? and the Calvinists Both? and what a Pique have All Three, at the most sober and the most moderate of All the Protestants upon Earth in The Church of England? Even the Great House of Austria is hardly in charity with it self. For how often have the Spaniards diverted the Turks upon the Emperour? and to shift clear Themselves, as the last Civil Wars of France, what mutual Hatreds may we observe betwixt the Huguenots, and the Leaguers? even as great as Those in Spain between the Castilians, and the Portugais; or as great as Those in Italy, betwixt Guelphs, and Gibelines; or the Bianchi, and the Neri. How do the Lutherans hate the Papalins? and the Papalins Them? How do they Both hate the Calvinists? and the Calvinists Both? and what a Pique have All Three, At the most Sobrium and the most moderate of All the Protestants upon Earth in The Church of England? Even the Great House of Austria is hardly in charity with it self. For how often have the Spanish diverted the Turks upon the Emperor? and to shift clear Themselves, c-acp dt ord j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq j n2 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt np2, cc dt n2? av p-acp j c-acp d p-acp np1 p-acp dt njp2, cc dt np1; cc p-acp j c-acp d p-acp np1, p-acp np1, cc np1; cc dt np1, cc dt np1. q-crq vdb dt njp2 vvi dt n2? cc dt n2 pno32? q-crq vdb pns32 d vvb dt np1? cc dt np1 av-d? cc q-crq dt vvi vhb d crd, p-acp dt av-ds j cc dt av-ds j pp-f d dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 n1. c-acp q-crq av vhb dt np1 vvn dt n2 p-acp dt n1? cc pc-acp vvi j px32, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 435
2046 how have they bribed the Bashaes, to put their Master upon Germany? How many Churches are there in Christendom, whereof each has its different Government, its different Ceremonies and Rites, its different Method or Manner of Publick Worship, its different Opinions from all the rest? And thô their Differences are innocent when about things Indifferent, yet what reciprocal Disaffections are wont to arise from That Variety? What wants of Charity there have been, between the principal Christians of Note, (the most considerable I mean, both for Power, how have they bribed the Basha's, to put their Master upon Germany? How many Churches Are there in Christendom, whereof each has its different Government, its different Ceremonies and Rites, its different Method or Manner of Public Worship, its different Opinions from all the rest? And though their Differences Are innocent when about things Indifferent, yet what reciprocal Disaffections Are wont to arise from That Variety? What Wants of Charity there have been, between the principal Christians of Note, (the most considerable I mean, both for Power, c-crq vhb pns32 vvd dt n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1? q-crq d n2 vbr a-acp p-acp np1, c-crq d vhz po31 j n1, po31 j n2 cc n2, pn31|vbz j n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, po31 j n2 p-acp d dt n1? cc cs po32 n2 vbr j-jn c-crq p-acp n2 j, av q-crq j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1? q-crq vvz pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi vbn, p-acp dt j-jn np1 pp-f n1, (dt av-ds j pns11 vvb, av-d p-acp n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 435
2047 and Number, if not for Name too,) we may judge but too easily, by Inquisitions upon one hand, and Number, if not for Name too,) we may judge but too Easily, by Inquisitions upon one hand, cc n1, cs xx p-acp n1 av,) pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av av-j, p-acp n2 p-acp crd n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 435
2048 and by Rebellions upon another, by the Massacres, and Libels, and Conspiracies upon Both. And that the stronger Parts of Christendom have not yet swallowed up the weaker, They are beholden to the Great Turk, (next and immediately under God) for having found them other Employment. and by Rebellions upon Another, by the Massacres, and Libels, and Conspiracies upon Both. And that the Stronger Parts of Christendom have not yet swallowed up the Weaker, They Are beholden to the Great Turk, (next and immediately under God) for having found them other Employment. cc p-acp n2 p-acp n-jn, p-acp dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp d cc cst dt jc n2 pp-f np1 vhb xx av vvn a-acp dt jc, pns32 vbr vvi p-acp dt j np1, (ord cc av-j p-acp np1) c-acp vhg vvn pno32 j-jn n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 308 Page 435
2049 § 7. Now such as is the Cause, a want of Faith in the first sense, such is also The Effect, a want of Faith in the second. For, besides the wants of Charity, whereby I have proved the wants of Faith, there are as notorious wants of Iustice, whereby to demonstrate the wants of Both. Men are so generally deceitful, in all their Promises, § 7. Now such as is the Cause, a want of Faith in the First sense, such is also The Effect, a want of Faith in the second. For, beside the Wants of Charity, whereby I have proved the Wants of Faith, there Are as notorious Wants of justice, whereby to demonstrate the Wants of Both. Men Are so generally deceitful, in all their Promises, § crd av d c-acp vbz dt vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1, d vbz av dt vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord. p-acp, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f n1, a-acp vbr a-acp j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbr av av-j j, p-acp d po32 vvz, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 436
2050 and Contracts, in their Alliances, and Leagues, in their Covenants, and Ingagements, in Matters of Traffick, and Contracts, in their Alliances, and Leagues, in their Covenants, and Engagements, in Matters of Traffic, cc n2, p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 436
2051 and Commerce, and as well between Publick, as Private Parties; and Commerce, and as well between Public, as Private Parties; cc n1, cc c-acp av p-acp j, p-acp j n2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 436
2052 Obligations first meant as a Restraint unto the Guilty, are so turned into a Gin to ensnare the Innocent; and They who have dispensed with other mens Oaths, have so taught them by That Example to dispense easily with their own, that if the Iews are ask't the Reason why the Mahomedans are permitted by God Almighty to prevail against Christendom, for more than a Thousand years together without Controul, Obligations First meant as a Restraint unto the Guilty, Are so turned into a Gin to ensnare the Innocent; and They who have dispensed with other men's Oaths, have so taught them by That Exampl to dispense Easily with their own, that if the Iews Are asked the Reason why the Mahomedans Are permitted by God Almighty to prevail against Christendom, for more than a Thousand Years together without Control, n2 ord vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn; cc pns32 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, vhb av vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po32 d, cst cs dt np2 vbr vvn dt n1 c-crq dt np1 vbr vvn p-acp np1 j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp av-dc cs dt crd n2 av p-acp n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 436
2053 and to boast of their Prosperity as a notable mark of the True Religion (an Argument ad homines, I mean to the Romanists and the Fanaticks, not easily to be Answer'd) They will ascribe it to the Blasphemies, Execrations, and Violations of Oaths, (Those of Allegiance more especially,) which have abounded, and to boast of their Prosperity as a notable mark of the True Religion (an Argument ad homines, I mean to the Romanists and the Fanatics, not Easily to be Answered) They will ascribe it to the Blasphemies, Execrations, and Violations of Oaths, (Those of Allegiance more especially,) which have abounded, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 (dt n1 fw-la fw-la, pns11 vvb p-acp dt np1 cc dt n2-jn, xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvd) pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, (d pp-f n1 av-dc av-j,) r-crq vhb vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 437
2054 and do abound, more amongst Christians than amongst Them. For the End of Temporal Blessings, are Spiritual. If God gave the Lands of the Heathen to the Israelites, to this end he gave them, that they might observe his Statutes, Psal. 105. 44. And therefore when we forfeit our Spiritual Blessings, we cannot rationally expect to injoy our Temporal. Should we pass through all Orders and Ranks of men, (which might be done with ease enough, and do abound, more among Christians than among Them. For the End of Temporal Blessings, Are Spiritual. If God gave the Lands of the Heathen to the Israelites, to this end he gave them, that they might observe his Statutes, Psalm 105. 44. And Therefore when we forfeit our Spiritual Blessings, we cannot rationally expect to enjoy our Temporal. Should we pass through all Order and Ranks of men, (which might be done with ease enough, cc vdb vvi, av-dc p-acp np1 cs p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f j n2, vbr j. cs np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp dt np2, p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi po31 n2, np1 crd crd cc av c-crq pns12 vvb po12 j n2, pns12 vmbx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po12 j. vmd pns12 vvi p-acp d n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, (r-crq vmd vbi vdn p-acp n1 av-d, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 437
2055 but that the Time will not permit it,) Lord! but that the Time will not permit it,) Lord! cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn31,) n1! (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 437
2056 for how little Christian Faith, how much faithlesness, and falsness, and praevarication should we discover? Excepting only These Nations wherein we live, Soveraigns mind nothing more, for how little Christian Faith, how much faithlessness, and falseness, and prevarication should we discover? Excepting only These nations wherein we live, Sovereigns mind nothing more, p-acp q-crq j np1 n1, c-crq d n1, cc n1, cc n1 vmd pns12 vvi? vvg av-j d n2 c-crq pns12 vvb, n2-jn n1 pix av-dc, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 437
2057 than the exhausting of their Subjects; and (not excepting These Nations wherein we live,) Subjects mind little less than the enfeebling of their Soveraigns. If the People here in England would either All travel a broad, or at least take the pains to be taught at home, how like Princes, rather than Subjects, (in point of Liberty, than the exhausting of their Subject's; and (not excepting These nations wherein we live,) Subject's mind little less than the enfeebling of their Sovereigns. If the People Here in England would either All travel a broad, or At least take the pains to be taught At home, how like Princes, rather than Subjects, (in point of Liberty, cs dt vvg pp-f po32 n2-jn; cc (xx vvg d n2 c-crq pns12 vvb,) n2-jn n1 av-j av-dc cs dt vvg pp-f po32 n2-jn. cs dt n1 av p-acp np1 vmd d d vvb dt j, cc p-acp ds vvi dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1-an, c-crq j n2, av-c cs np1, (p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2058 and Propriety,) they live at home, (being compared with other Subjects throughout the habitable World,) They would be certainly more contented, and Propriety,) they live At home, (being compared with other Subject's throughout the habitable World,) They would be Certainly more contented, cc n1,) pns32 vvb p-acp n1-an, (vbg vvn p-acp j-jn n2-jn p-acp dt j n1,) pns32 vmd vbi av-j av-dc vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2059 than now they are, with their Condition. than now they Are, with their Condition. cs av pns32 vbr, p-acp po32 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2060 They would be certainly so far from being given to change, and such passionate Abhorrers of All Sedition, as not to suffer themselves for ever, to be undone by their Foelicities. Men of all Ranks and Qualities would acquiesce in their great happiness, They would be Certainly so Far from being given to change, and such passionate Abhorrers of All Sedition, as not to suffer themselves for ever, to be undone by their Foelicities. Men of all Ranks and Qualities would acquiesce in their great happiness, pns32 vmd vbi av-j av av-j p-acp vbg vvn pc-acp vvi, cc d j np1 pp-f d n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi px32 c-acp av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 vmd vvi p-acp po32 j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2061 and learn to know when they are well. and Learn to know when they Are well. cc vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vbr av. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2062 Men of Trade would be contented to part with the paring of their Nails, to secure their Fingers. Men of Trade would be contented to part with the paring of their Nails, to secure their Fingers. n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2063 Men of Land would be contented to pay little Taxes; Men of Land would be contented to pay little Taxes; n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi j n2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2064 and Men of Mony would not grumble to pay None at all. Dissenting Clergymen would not study to please the People for their own profit, more than to profit them for their own pleasure. and Men of Money would not grumble to pay None At all. Dissenting Clergymen would not study to please the People for their own profit, more than to profit them for their own pleasure. cc n2 pp-f n1 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pix p-acp d. vvg n2 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1, av-dc cs pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2065 Nor would the People on the other side be so addicted as they are commonly, both to envy, Nor would the People on the other side be so addicted as they Are commonly, both to envy, ccx vmd dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbb av vvn c-acp pns32 vbr av-j, av-d pc-acp vvi, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2066 and defraud, and defame the Clergy. and defraud, and defame the Clergy. cc n1, cc vvi dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 438
2067 Men of Law would be contented to raise up great Fortunes to Them and Theirs, out of the Ruins of other mens; Men of Law would be contented to raise up great Fortune's to Them and Theirs, out of the Ruins of other men's; n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp j n2 p-acp pno32 cc png32, av pp-f dt vvz pp-f j-jn ng2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2068 and to injoy in full Peace, All the Profits and Effects of Dire Contention. Physicians would be contented to dispose of mens Lives, not only at a safe, but at a profitable rate; and to enjoy in full Peace, All the Profits and Effects of Dire Contention. Physicians would be contented to dispose of men's Lives, not only At a safe, but At a profitable rate; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1. n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f ng2 n2, xx av-j p-acp dt j, p-acp p-acp dt j vvb; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2069 and with Tentimes greater Fees, than were ever yet heard of in Foreign Parts. and with Tentimes greater Fees, than were ever yet herd of in Foreign Parts. cc p-acp av jc n2, cs vbdr av av vvn pp-f p-acp j n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2070 All sorts of People (in a word) would most thankfully acquiesce in their several Stations. All sorts of People (in a word) would most thankfully acquiesce in their several Stations. d n2 pp-f n1 (p-acp dt n1) vmd av-ds av-j vvi p-acp po32 j n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2071 Whereas for want of due knowledge, or of an ingenuous Consideration, how much better even Artificers and common Mechanicks do live in England, than men of the noblest blood and breeding under All foreign Governments without Exception, (I say for want of due Reflection on This great Truth,) All the Foundations of our Earth do seem to be utterly out of Course. Men are so drunk with their Prosperities, Whereas for want of due knowledge, or of an ingenuous Consideration, how much better even Artificers and Common Mechanics do live in England, than men of the Noblest blood and breeding under All foreign Governments without Exception, (I say for want of due Reflection on This great Truth,) All the Foundations of our Earth do seem to be utterly out of Course. Men Are so drunk with their Prosperities, cs p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc pp-f dt j n1, c-crq av-d av-jc av n2 cc j n2 vdb vvi p-acp np1, cs n2 pp-f dt js n1 cc j-vvg p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1, (pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d j n1,) d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vdb vvi pc-acp vbi av-j av pp-f n1. n2 vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2072 so tired out with Tranquillity, grown so restive with sitting still in the Scorner's Chair; In contradiction to The Apostle, so tired out with Tranquillity, grown so restive with sitting still in the Scorner's Chair; In contradiction to The Apostle, av vvn av p-acp n1, vvn av j p-acp vvg av p-acp dt ng1 n1; p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2073 and His Advice, They do so study to be unquiet, and not to do their own business, (but the business of other men;) they are so sharp and quicksighted in ordering other mens Affairs, and His advice, They do so study to be unquiet, and not to do their own business, (but the business of other men;) they Are so sharp and quick-sighted in ordering other men's Affairs, cc po31 n1, pns32 vdb av vvb pc-acp vbi j, cc xx pc-acp vdi po32 d n1, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2;) pns32 vbr av j cc vvn p-acp vvg j-jn ng2 n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 439
2074 though most commonly blind as Beetles in all the Managements of their own; are so perplext and dissatisfied with they-cannot-tell-what; are so restless in their Indeavours to prevent things unavoidable, to bring about things impossible, though most commonly blind as Beetles in all the Managements of their own; Are so perplexed and dissatisfied with they-cannot-tell-what; Are so restless in their Endeavours to prevent things unavoidable, to bring about things impossible, cs av-ds av-j j c-acp n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po32 d; vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp j; vbr av j p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n2 j, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 440
2075 and to provide against things which never are likely to ensue; and to provide against things which never Are likely to ensue; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 r-crq av vbr j pc-acp vvi; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 440
2076 they do so mutiny and repine at the good Providences of God, and are so unwilling to permit him to rule the World his own way; (being bewitch't with an Opinion that They are able to do it better by quaint Contrivances of their own;) are so unwilling that their Governours may be enabled to Protect, for fear they should be tempted by such an Ability to oppress them; they do so mutiny and repine At the good Providences of God, and Are so unwilling to permit him to Rule the World his own Way; (being bewitched with an Opinion that They Are able to do it better by quaint Contrivances of their own;) Are so unwilling that their Governors may be enabled to Pact, for Fear they should be tempted by such an Ability to oppress them; pns32 vdb av vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc vbr av j pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 po31 d n1; (vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi pn31 jc p-acp j n2 pp-f po32 d;) vbr av j cst po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb, p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 440
2077 I say by All these Infelicities which too much Felicity hath occasion'd, The World is now grown to so ill a pass, that we may take up the words of the Prophet Ieremy, and apply them to the Places and Times we live in. I say by All these Infelicities which too much Felicity hath occasioned, The World is now grown to so ill a pass, that we may take up the words of the Prophet Ieremy, and apply them to the Places and Times we live in. pns11 vvb p-acp d d n2 r-crq av d n1 vhz vvn, dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp av j-jn dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pns12 vvb p-acp. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 440
2078 Run to and fro through the Streets, and seek into all the broad Places thereof, Run to and from through the Streets, and seek into all the broad Places thereof, vvn p-acp cc av p-acp dt n2, cc vvi p-acp d dt j n2 av, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 440
2079 if ye can find a man, if there be any that executeth Iudgment, that seeketh the Truth, and I will pardon it. if you can find a man, if there be any that Executeth Judgement, that seeks the Truth, and I will pardon it. cs pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, cs pc-acp vbb d cst vvz n1, cst vvz dt n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 309 Page 440
2080 § 8. I know it may easily be objected against the Argument I have us'd, That no wants of Faith in the second Notion of the word can prove 'tis wanted in the first. For let the Practice of men amongst us be what it will, § 8. I know it may Easily be objected against the Argument I have used, That no Wants of Faith in the second Notion of the word can prove it's wanted in the First. For let the Practice of men among us be what it will, § crd pns11 vvb pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn, cst dx vvz pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt ord. p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2081 yet their Principles (they will say) may be as Orthodox as their Professions; and they have still a firm Assent unto the Truth of Christ's Gospel in All its Doctrines. yet their Principles (they will say) may be as Orthodox as their Professions; and they have still a firm Assent unto the Truth of Christ's Gospel in All its Doctrines. av po32 n2 (pns32 vmb vvi) vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2; cc pns32 vhb av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2082 But to This Objection it may as easily be Answer'd, that as a Practical Infidel or Atheist is a worse Monster than a Speculative, But to This Objection it may as Easily be Answered, that as a Practical Infidel or Atheist is a Worse Monster than a Speculative, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb a-acp av-j vbi vvd, cst p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 vbz dt jc n1 cs dt j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2083 so there is no better way to prove the first, than by the second. so there is no better Way to prove the First, than by the second. av pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt ord, cs p-acp dt ord. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2084 Men may believe the Word of God with an Human Faith, when yet 'tis easy to demonstrate, They do not believe it with a Divine one. Men may believe the Word of God with an Human Faith, when yet it's easy to demonstrate, They do not believe it with a Divine one. np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn crd. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2085 Nor is there any greater Instance of the Deceitfulness of a man's Heart, than is his Treacherous Belief that he does Believe, and that with a truly-Christian Faith; Nor is there any greater Instance of the Deceitfulness of a Man's Heart, than is his Treacherous Belief that he does Believe, and that with a truly-Christian Faith; ccx vbz pc-acp d jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cs vbz po31 j n1 cst pns31 vdz vvi, cc cst p-acp dt j n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2086 when yet he proves by All his Practice, that he is either no Believer, or such a Believer of the Gospel, as he is of Iulius Caesar 's, when yet he Proves by All his Practice, that he is either no Believer, or such a Believer of the Gospel, as he is of Julius Caesar is, c-crq av pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz d dx n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz pp-f np1 np1 vbz, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2087 or Cicero's Works, and no whit better. or Cicero's Works, and no whit better. cc npg1 vvz, cc dx n1 av-jc. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 441
2088 For why should men be more forcibly, and more effectually restrain'd, (as we see they are,) from committing a lesser Evil, which is forbidden under the Poenalty of a meerly human Law, For why should men be more forcibly, and more effectually restrained, (as we see they Are,) from committing a lesser Evil, which is forbidden under the Penalty of a merely human Law, p-acp q-crq vmd n2 vbb av-dc av-j, cc av-dc av-j vvn, (c-acp pns12 vvb pns32 vbr,) p-acp vvg dt jc n-jn, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2089 and where the Poenalty is no greater, than the loss of a man's Ears, or the forfeiture of his Estate, than from committing a greater Evil, which is forbidden by God himself, under the Poenalty of their missing the Ioys of Heaven, and also of abiding the Pains of Hell, but that they do more believe the one, than they do the other? It cannot be for This reason, that men do think it a greater Misery, to suffer a little for a short Time, and where the Penalty is no greater, than the loss of a Man's Ears, or the forfeiture of his Estate, than from committing a greater Evil, which is forbidden by God himself, under the Penalty of their missing the Joys of Heaven, and also of abiding the Pains of Hell, but that they do more believe the one, than they do the other? It cannot be for This reason, that men do think it a greater Misery, to suffer a little for a short Time, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz dx jc, cs dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs p-acp vvg dt jc n-jn, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, cc av pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp cst pns32 vdb av-dc vvb dt crd, cs pns32 vdb dt j-jn? pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp d n1, cst n2 vdb vvi pn31 dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2090 than all imaginable Torments to all Eternity. It cannot be, that they had rather fry in Hell without ceasing, than all imaginable Torments to all Eternity. It cannot be, that they had rather fry in Hell without ceasing, cs d j vvz p-acp d n1. pn31 vmbx vbi, cst pns32 vhd av-c vvi p-acp n1 p-acp vvg, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2091 than indure the short loss of Life and Fortune. than endure the short loss of Life and Fortune. cs vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2092 But the true Reason must needs be This, that men are as Confident of the one, as they are Diffident of the other. They have a manifold Experience of Temporal Punishments, But the true Reason must needs be This, that men Are as Confident of the one, as they Are Diffident of the other. They have a manifold Experience of Temporal Punishments, p-acp dt j n1 vmb av vbi d, cst n2 vbr p-acp j pp-f dt crd, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f dt j-jn. pns32 vhb dt j n1 pp-f j n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2093 But the Tempter makes them hope there are none Eternal. They are strong in the faith of what concerns the praesent world, But the Tempter makes them hope there Are none Eternal. They Are strong in the faith of what concerns the present world, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 vvb pc-acp vbr pix j. pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvz dt j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2094 but they stagger in the faith of a world to come. They have an ordinary relish of sensual Pleasure, but they stagger in the faith of a world to come. They have an ordinary relish of sensual Pleasure, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. pns32 vhb dt j n1 pp-f j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2095 But ghostly Pleasure is a Iargon they know not how to make sense of: But ghostly Pleasure is a Jargon they know not how to make sense of: cc-acp j n1 vbz dt np1 pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 442
2096 They think it meerly a piece of gibbrish of Ecclesiastical Investigation. They make no doubt but they shall dye, and that their Bodies being buried, shall all be moulder'd into Dust. But they secretly suspect they shall never Rise; they are Infidels in the point of a Resurrection. They either doubt, and make a Quaestion, or else they utterly disbelieve, both a Life after Death, and a Day of Judgment. They think it merely a piece of gibberish of Ecclesiastical Investigation. They make no doubt but they shall die, and that their Bodies being buried, shall all be mouldered into Dust. But they secretly suspect they shall never Rise; they Are Infidels in the point of a Resurrection. They either doubt, and make a Question, or Else they utterly disbelieve, both a Life After Death, and a Day of Judgement. pns32 vvb pn31 av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f j n1. pns32 vvb dx n1 cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi, cc d po32 n2 vbg vvn, vmb d vbi j-vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pns32 av-jn vvb pns32 vmb av-x vvi; pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pns32 d vvb, cc vvi dt vvb, cc av pns32 av-j vvi, d dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 443
2097 This is the only reason assignable, why men are more afraid of Them who can kill the Body only, (but are not able to hurt the Soul,) than of Him who can cast both Soul and Body into Hell. This is the only reason assignable, why men Are more afraid of Them who can kill the Body only, (but Are not able to hurt the Soul,) than of Him who can cast both Soul and Body into Hell. d vbz dt j n1 j, q-crq n2 vbr av-dc j pp-f pno32 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 av-j, (cc-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1,) av pp-f pno31 r-crq vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 443
2098 No other reason can I imagin, why men do commonly run counter to that known Maxim, NONLATINALPHABET why when 'tis every man's wisdom to choose the least of two Evils, men (in avoidance of the least) do choose the greatest, even to dwell with Eternal Burnings. No other reason can I imagine, why men do commonly run counter to that known Maxim, why when it's every Man's Wisdom to choose the least of two Evils, men (in avoidance of the least) do choose the greatest, even to dwell with Eternal Burnings. dx j-jn n1 vmb pns11 vvi, q-crq n2 vdb av-j vvi j p-acp cst j-vvn n1, c-crq c-crq pn31|vbz d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f crd n2-jn, n2 (p-acp n1 pp-f dt ds) vdb vvi dt js, j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 443
2099 And therefore well may it be said, as here it is in my Text, that when the Son of Man cometh, he shall not find Faith upon the Earth: And Therefore well may it be said, as Here it is in my Text, that when the Son of Man comes, he shall not find Faith upon the Earth: cc av av vmb pn31 vbi vvn, c-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp po11 n1, cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 443
2100 He shall not find Evangelical and Saving Faith; He shall not find Evangelical and Saving Faith; pns31 vmb xx vvi np1 cc vvg n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 443
2101 He shall not find it at least in many; nay he shall find it in few or none; in comparatively None, or None to speak of. Let men pretend what they will, He shall not find it At least in many; nay he shall find it in few or none; in comparatively None, or None to speak of. Let men pretend what they will, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp ds p-acp d; uh-x pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d cc pix; p-acp av-j pi, cc pix pc-acp vvi pp-f. vvb n2 vvi r-crq pns32 vmb, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2102 and let them will what they please, ye shall know them by their Fruits, saith our Blessed Saviour. and let them will what they please, you shall know them by their Fruits, Says our Blessed Saviour. cc vvb pno32 n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvz po12 j-vvn n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2103 And the Fruits of True Faith, whereof the Professors are True Believers, are no where better to be seen, And the Fruits of True Faith, whereof the Professors Are True Believers, Are not where better to be seen, cc dt n2 pp-f j n1, c-crq dt n2 vbr j n2, vbr xx c-crq jc pc-acp vbi vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2104 than in the Eleventh Chapter of the Epistle to the Hebrews: wherein we have Faith commended to us in four principal Respects; than in the Eleventh Chapter of the Epistle to the Hebrews: wherein we have Faith commended to us in four principal Respects; cs p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np1: c-crq pns12 vhb n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp crd j-jn n2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2105 and all within the narrow compass of the Six first Verses. and all within the narrow compass of the Six First Verses. cc d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt crd ord n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2106 First in respect of its Definition, which is to be the Substance of Things hoped for, First in respect of its Definition, which is to be the Substance of Things hoped for, ord p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2107 and the Evidence of Things not seen. and the Evidence of Things not seen. cc dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2108 Secondly in respect of its great and wonderful Effects, whereof we have there Two choice Examples; Secondly in respect of its great and wondered Effects, whereof we have there Two choice Examples; ord p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n2, c-crq pns12 vhb a-acp crd n1 n2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2109 the one in Abel, the other in Enoch. Thirdly in respect of its greatest Benefit, as being That Qualification by which we please God. Lastly in respect of its indispensable Necessity, as being That without which, it is impossible to please him. the one in Abel, the other in Enoch. Thirdly in respect of its greatest Benefit, as being That Qualification by which we please God. Lastly in respect of its indispensable Necessity, as being That without which, it is impossible to please him. dt pi p-acp np1, dt j-jn p-acp np1. ord p-acp n1 pp-f po31 js n1, p-acp vbg cst n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb np1. ord p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp vbg d p-acp r-crq, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2110 How could so many in the old Testament (of whom we have an accompt in the later parts of That Chapter,) have chosen Poverty rather than Wealth, How could so many in the old Testament (of whom we have an account in the later parts of That Chapter,) have chosen Poverty rather than Wealth, q-crq vmd av av-d p-acp dt j n1 (pp-f ro-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f d n1,) vhb vvn n1 av-c cs n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 444
2111 and Disgrace rather than Glory, and Pain it self rather than Pleasure, if they had not had Respect (and that a strange respect too,) unto the Recompence of Reward? if by the Telescope of Faith, (as 'tis the Evidence of Things not seen, ) they had not seen Him who is Invisible? if they had not been enabl'd to spy Reward afar off? and to look clearly through the Veil, which interposed as a Skreen 'twixt It and Them? if they had not had a Prospect of the several blessed Mansions prepared for them, in the City of God whereof they had been made Denisons, and Disgrace rather than Glory, and Pain it self rather than Pleasure, if they had not had Respect (and that a strange respect too,) unto the Recompense of Reward? if by the Telescope of Faith, (as it's the Evidence of Things not seen,) they had not seen Him who is Invisible? if they had not been enabled to spy Reward afar off? and to look clearly through the Veil, which interposed as a Skreen betwixt It and Them? if they had not had a Prospect of the several blessed Mansions prepared for them, in the city of God whereof they had been made Denizons, cc n1 av-c cs n1, cc n1 pn31 n1 av-c cs n1, cs pns32 vhd xx vhn n1 (cc cst dt j n1 av,) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn,) pns32 vhd xx vvn pno31 r-crq vbz j? cs pns32 vhd xx vbn vvn pc-acp vvi n1 av a-acp? cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 cc pno32? cs pns32 vhd xx vhn dt n1 pp-f dt j j-vvn n2 vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vhd vbn vvn n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 445
2112 and in the House of That Father of whom they were the adopted Sons? if they had not had an Eye upon their particular Resurrections? and such an Eye too, (so full, and in the House of That Father of whom they were the adopted Sons? if they had not had an Eye upon their particular Resurrections? and such an Eye too, (so full, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst n1 pp-f ro-crq pns32 vbdr dt j-vvn n2? cs pns32 vhd xx vhn dt vvb p-acp po32 j n2? cc d dt n1 av, (av j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 445
2113 so clear, so more than Lyncean or Eagle-sighted,) that even Then when they were tortur'd, they would not accept of a Deliverance, to the end they might injoy by so much a better Resurrection? so clear, so more than Lyncean or Eagle-sighted,) that even Then when they were tortured, they would not accept of a Deliverance, to the end they might enjoy by so much a better Resurrection? av j, av dc cs jp cc j,) cst av av c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, pns32 vmd xx vvi pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp av av-d dt jc n1? (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 310 Page 445
2114 § 9. This is a truly Salvisick Faith, and such as necessarily signifies (amongst other Vertues) a firmer Adhaerence and Assent unto the Truth of Christ's Gospel in all its Doctrines, § 9. This is a truly salvific Faith, and such as necessarily signifies (among other Virtues) a firmer Adherence and Assent unto the Truth of Christ's Gospel in all its Doctrines, § crd d vbz dt av-j n1 n1, cc d c-acp av-j vvz (p-acp j-jn n2) dt jc n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 445
2115 than any man can ever have, by any human means possible, either to Seneca's, or Cicero's, or Caesar 's Works. than any man can ever have, by any human means possible, either to Seneca's, or Cicero's, or Caesar is Works. cs d n1 vmb av vhi, p-acp d j n2 j, av-d p-acp npg1, cc npg1, cc np1 vbz vvz. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2116 This is That for want of which, men will do and suffer more, to save their Bodies, or Estates, and that for a little space of Time; This is That for want of which, men will do and suffer more, to save their Bodies, or Estates, and that for a little Molle of Time; d vbz cst p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq, n2 vmb vdi cc vvi av-dc, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc n2, cc d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2117 than they will either do or suffer, to save their more pretious Souls, and that for ever. It was for want of This Faith, that the Iews were broken off; than they will either do or suffer, to save their more precious Souls, and that for ever. It was for want of This Faith, that the Iews were broken off; cs pns32 vmb av-d vdb cc vvi, pc-acp vvi po32 av-dc j n2, cc d c-acp av. pn31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, cst dt np2 vbdr vvn a-acp; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2118 and by This only we Gentiles stand. This is That Faith the Iust shall live by. and by This only we Gentiles stand. This is That Faith the Just shall live by. cc p-acp d j pns12 n2-j vvb. d vbz cst n1 dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2119 This is That on which depends our Bliss, or Misery for ever; This is That on which depends our Bliss, or Misery for ever; d vbz cst p-acp r-crq vvz po12 n1, cc n1 p-acp av; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2120 according to the words of our Blessed Saviour, whereof it is an Explication, Mark 16. 16. He that believeth, shall be saved; according to the words of our Blessed Saviour, whereof it is an Explication, Mark 16. 16. He that Believeth, shall be saved; vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, c-crq pn31 vbz dt n1, vvb crd crd pns31 cst vvz, vmb vbi vvn; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2121 but He that believeth not, shall be damned. Here is short work indeed; but He that Believeth not, shall be damned. Here is short work indeed; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz xx, vmb vbi vvn. av vbz j n1 av; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2122 and such as might have sav'd the labour of many Controversial Volumes, which have been written, and such as might have saved the labour of many Controversial Volumes, which have been written, cc d c-acp vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2123 and made publick, between the Molinists and the Iansenians; the Franciscans and the Dominicans, or the Scotists and the Thomists, between the Lutherans and the Calvinists, the Arminians and the Gomarists, the Remonstrants and Antiremonstrants, concerning the Nature of God's Decrees, and Quaestions depending thereupon. and made public, between the Molinists and the Iansenians; the Franciscans and the Dominicans, or the Scotists and the Thomists, between the Lutherans and the Calvinists, the Arminians and the Gomarists, the Remonstrants and Antiremonstrants, Concerning the Nature of God's Decrees, and Questions depending thereupon. cc vvd j, p-acp dt np1 cc dt njp2; dt np1 cc dt np1, cc dt n2 cc dt n2, p-acp dt njp2 cc dt np1, dt njp2 cc dt n2, dt n2 cc n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cc n2 vvg av. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 446
2124 Our Saviour tells us very succinctly, in words most plain, and most univocal, who are Vessels of Election, and who of Wrath: Our Saviour tells us very succinctly, in words most plain, and most univocal, who Are Vessels of Election, and who of Wrath: po12 n1 vvz pno12 av av-j, p-acp n2 av-ds j, cc av-ds j, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc r-crq pp-f n1: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2125 Who were decreed from All Aeternity to Heaven, and Hell; even Believers, and Unbelievers. No more but so: Who were decreed from All Eternity to Heaven, and Hell; even Believers, and Unbelievers. No more but so: r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; av n2, cc n2. av-dx dc cc-acp av: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2126 He that believeth, shall be saved, and He that believeth not, shall be damn'd. Which cannot possibly be meant concerning every human Faith, whereof the World is too full. He that Believeth, shall be saved, and He that Believeth not, shall be damned. Which cannot possibly be meant Concerning every human Faith, whereof the World is too full. pns31 cst vvz, vmb vbi vvn, cc pns31 cst vvz xx, vmb vbi vvn. r-crq vmbx av-j vbi vvn vvg d j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz av j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2127 It cannot be meant of such a Faith, as makes a man abhor Idols, but not abstain from committing Sacrilege. Nor can it be meant of such a Faith, It cannot be meant of such a Faith, as makes a man abhor Idols, but not abstain from committing Sacrilege. Nor can it be meant of such a Faith, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f d dt n1, c-acp vvz dt n1 vvb n2, p-acp xx vvi p-acp vvg n1. ccx vmb pn31 vbi vvn pp-f d dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2128 as is strong enough to remove Mountains, (to wit The Laws and the Land-Marks of Church and State,) to pull down Kings, and unsettle Kingdoms; as is strong enough to remove Mountains, (to wit The Laws and the Land-Marks of Church and State,) to pull down Kings, and unsettle Kingdoms; c-acp vbz j av-d p-acp vvb n2, (pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1,) pc-acp vvi a-acp n2, cc vvi n2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2129 But not strong enough to bring forth Obedience to Christ's Commands, and (by a consequence unavoidable) to God's Vicegerents upon Earth. But not strong enough to bring forth obedience to Christ's Commands, and (by a consequence unavoidable) to God's Vicegerents upon Earth. cc-acp xx j av-d pc-acp vvi av n1 p-acp npg1 vvz, cc (p-acp dt n1 j) p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2130 It cannot be meant of the Antinomian, or the Fiduciarie 's Faith, which sets it self into a kind of opposition unto Good works; and so by consequence is the Parent of nothing but practical Infidelity. It cannot be meant of the Antinomian, or the Fiduciary is Faith, which sets it self into a kind of opposition unto Good works; and so by consequence is the Parent of nothing but practical Infidelity. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt np1, cc dt n1 vbz n1, r-crq vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2; cc av p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pix cc-acp j n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 447
2131 But 'tis meant of That sanctifying and saving Faith, which whosoever hath, overcometh the world, 1 John 5. 5. 'Tis meant of Iustifying Faith, not only in the mystical, but literal notion of the word; But it's meant of That sanctifying and Saving Faith, which whosoever hath, Overcometh the world, 1 John 5. 5. It's meant of Justifying Faith, not only in the mystical, but literal notion of the word; p-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f d vvg cc vvg n1, r-crq r-crq vhz, vvz dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvd pp-f vvg n1, xx av-j p-acp dt j, p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 448
2132 a Faith which so justifies, that (in a competent degree) It does evermore make its Possessor Iust. It makes him an upright and honest man. Saving Faith being a Grace, which, a Faith which so Justifies, that (in a competent degree) It does evermore make its Possessor Just It makes him an upright and honest man. Saving Faith being a Grace, which, dt n1 r-crq av vvz, cst (p-acp dt j n1) pn31 vdz av vvi po31 n1 zz pn31 vvz pno31 dt av-j cc j n1. vvg n1 vbg dt n1, r-crq, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 448
2133 as it is the most commonly talk't of, so it is (I am afraid) the least commonly understood, of any one thing in the Christian Code. We could not else so much abound with Knaves and Hypocrites as we do in the Christian World. as it is the most commonly talked of, so it is (I am afraid) the least commonly understood, of any one thing in the Christian Code. We could not Else so much abound with Knaves and Hypocrites as we do in the Christian World. c-acp pn31 vbz dt av-ds av-j vvd pp-f, av pn31 vbz (pns11 vbm j) dt ds av-j vvn, pp-f d crd n1 p-acp dt njp np1. pns12 vmd xx av av av-d vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp dt njp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 448
2134 That which we call Divine Faith, which is a justifying and sanctifying and saving Faith, That which we call Divine Faith, which is a justifying and sanctifying and Saving Faith, d r-crq pns12 vvb j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt vvg cc vvg cc vvg n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 448
2135 and upon which The Word of God does every where lay so great a stress, must be an Habit of the Will, as well as of the Understanding; not only flourishing in the Head, but deeply rooted in the Heart. It must be such as does contain a full and generous Belief he dares to dye for; and upon which The Word of God does every where lay so great a stress, must be an Habit of the Will, as well as of the Understanding; not only flourishing in the Head, but deeply rooted in the Heart. It must be such as does contain a full and generous Belief he dares to die for; cc p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz d c-crq vvb av j dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt vmb, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1; xx av-j vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp av-jn j-vvn p-acp dt n1. pn31 vmb vbi d c-acp vdz vvi dt j cc j n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 448
2136 a full and Practical Belief that Iesus Christ is the Messias; a full and Practical Belief that Iesus christ is the Messias; dt j cc j n1 cst np1 np1 vbz dt np1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 448
2137 a NONLATINALPHABET, a full and absolute Belief, both in his words, and in his works; both in his Counsels, and his Commands; both in his Promises, and his Threats. For He who Thus is believing, is ipso facto, and eo ipso, at once an Obedient and Loving Christian. a, a full and absolute Belief, both in his words, and in his works; both in his Counsels, and his Commands; both in his Promises, and his Treats. For He who Thus is believing, is ipso facto, and eo ipso, At once an Obedient and Loving Christian. dt, dt j cc j n1, d p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 vvz; av-d p-acp po31 n2, cc po31 vvz; av-d p-acp po31 vvz, cc po31 vvz. c-acp pns31 r-crq av vbz vvg, vbz fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, p-acp a-acp dt j cc vvg njp. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2138 A Christian so loving, that the longer he lives, the more he lives the Life of Faith; A Christian so loving, that the longer he lives, the more he lives the Life of Faith; dt njp av vvg, cst dt av-jc pns31 vvz, dt av-dc pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2139 the more he is weaned and sequestred from the things here below; the more he is wedded and betrothed unto those things that are above. the more he is weaned and sequestered from the things Here below; the more he is wedded and betrothed unto those things that Are above. dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 av a-acp; dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2 cst vbr a-acp. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2140 His Affections are taken off from the beggarly Elements of the World, and fix't entirely upon God, as his soveraign Good. His Affections Are taken off from the beggarly Elements of the World, and fixed entirely upon God, as his sovereign Good. po31 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd av-j p-acp np1, p-acp po31 j-jn j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2141 I mean they are set upon God in Christ, reconciling the World unto Himself. I mean they Are Set upon God in christ, reconciling the World unto Himself. pns11 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, n-vvg dt n1 p-acp px31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2142 And overcome The world he does, (as St. Iohn must needs mean,) by overcoming its Temptations; its Pomps, and Vanities; its Smiles, and Flatteries; nor only the Pleasures, but Terrors of it. And overcome The world he does, (as Saint John must needs mean,) by overcoming its Temptations; its Pomps, and Vanities; its Smiles, and Flatteries; nor only the Pleasures, but Terrors of it. cc vvn dt n1 pns31 vdz, (c-acp n1 np1 vmb av vvi,) p-acp vvg po31 n2; po31 n2, cc n2; po31 vvz, cc n2; ccx av-j dt n2, p-acp n2 pp-f pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2143 He overcometh That world, which St. Iohn has comprized under three general Heads, to wit the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the Eye, and the pride of Life. He Overcometh That world, which Saint John has comprised under three general Heads, to wit the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the Eye, and the pride of Life. pns31 vvz cst n1, r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvd p-acp crd j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2144 For a sincere Faith in Christ, in his Death, and Resurrection, and in the Consequences of Both, gives us a much greater Byass, a stronger Bent and Inclination to all good Things, For a sincere Faith in christ, in his Death, and Resurrection, and in the Consequences of Both, gives us a much greater Bias, a Stronger Bent and Inclination to all good Things, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, cc n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, vvz pno12 av av-d jc n1, dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 449
2145 than the whole World can to the contrary, by all its flatteries, or its frights. It possesseth us immediately with Inward Ioy in the Holy Ghost, and praepossesseth us with an Antepast of The Glory to be reveal'd. than the Whole World can to the contrary, by all its flatteries, or its frights. It Possesses us immediately with Inward Joy in the Holy Ghost, and praepossesseth us with an Antepast of The Glory to be revealed. cs dt j-jn n1 vmb p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp d po31 n2, cc po31 vvz. pn31 vvz pno12 av-j p-acp j vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 450
2146 It praesentiates unto us such Joys to come, as do exceedingly over-weigh the frowns and favours of the world. It praesentiates unto us such Joys to come, as do exceedingly overweigh the frowns and favours of the world. pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 d n2 pc-acp vvi, c-acp vdb av-vvg j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 450
2147 It is expressed by St. Iohn (in the place before-cited) not only as the means whereby we grow Victors, But as the Victory it self. It is expressed by Saint John (in the place before-cited) not only as the means whereby we grow Victor's, But as the Victory it self. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1 (p-acp dt n1 j) xx av-j c-acp dt n2 c-crq pns12 vvb ng1, p-acp c-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 450
2148 This (saith he) is The Victory which overcometh the world, even our Faith: As if it were not only the Instrument, but Essence of it. This (Says he) is The Victory which Overcometh the world, even our Faith: As if it were not only the Instrument, but Essence of it. d (vvz pns31) vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, av po12 n1: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx av-j dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 311 Page 450
2149 § 10. It follows then that we must distinguish, with exceeding great Care, and every minute of our Lives, between two things which do extremely much differ, (like Heaven, § 10. It follows then that we must distinguish, with exceeding great Care, and every minute of our Lives, between two things which do extremely much differ, (like Heaven, § crd pn31 vvz av cst pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp vvg j n1, cc d n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp crd n2 r-crq vdb av-jn d vvi, (j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 450
2150 and Hell,) and yet are commonly confounded to admiration. and Hell,) and yet Are commonly confounded to admiration. cc n1,) cc av vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 450
2151 I say we must carefully distinguish, not only between an Idle, and an Operative Faith, a Faith which works, I say we must carefully distinguish, not only between an Idle, and an Operative Faith, a Faith which works, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb av-j vvi, xx av-j p-acp dt j, cc dt j-jn n1, dt n1 r-crq vvz, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 450
2152 and a Faith which works not; But withal between a working, and working Faith; and a Faith which works not; But withal between a working, and working Faith; cc dt n1 r-crq vvz xx; cc-acp av p-acp dt n-vvg, cc vvg n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 450
2153 between a Faith which only works by the Love of a man's self, and a Faith which duly works by the Love of others. For when the Son of Man shall come with his holy Angels in flaming Fire, taking Vengeance of them that know not God, between a Faith which only works by the Love of a Man's self, and a Faith which duly works by the Love of Others. For when the Son of Man shall come with his holy Angels in flaming Fire, taking Vengeance of them that know not God, p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc dt n1 r-crq av-jn vvz p-acp dt vvb pp-f n2-jn. p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j-vvg n1, vvg n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb xx np1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2154 and obey not the Gospel of Iesus Christ, He will find enough idle, unactive Faith, which either works not at all, and obey not the Gospel of Iesus christ, He will find enough idle, unactive Faith, which either works not At all, cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vmb vvi d j, j n1, r-crq d vvz xx p-acp d, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2155 or not at all by Love, or else by none but Self-love, which is the worst and greatest Evil that can possibly come to pass in the last and worst Times. St. Paul sets it down, in his long Catalogue of Impieties which shall be in the last Days, as The Ringleader and Head of All the Villanies which ensue: or not At all by Love, or Else by none but Self-love, which is the worst and greatest Evil that can possibly come to pass in the last and worst Times. Saint Paul sets it down, in his long Catalogue of Impieties which shall be in the last Days, as The Ringleader and Head of All the Villainies which ensue: cc xx p-acp d p-acp n1, cc av p-acp pix cc-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt js cc js j-jn cst vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord cc js n2. n1 np1 vvz pn31 a-acp, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vmb vbb p-acp dt ord n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 r-crq vvb: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2156 as the first and greatest Link of that Chain of Darkness, which draws the other Links after it, as the First and greatest Link of that Chain of Darkness, which draws the other Links After it, c-acp dt ord cc js vvb pp-f cst vvb pp-f n1, r-crq vvz dt j-jn n2 p-acp pn31, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2157 and reacheth as far as from Hence to Hell. and reaches as Far as from Hence to Hell. cc vvz a-acp av-j c-acp p-acp av p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2158 In the last days (says he to Timothy ) perilous Times shall come; For men shall be Lovers of their own selves, and (in consequence of That,) All the Devilish Things that follow, from the First Verse unto the Ninth, of that Third Chapter of the Second Epistle to Timothy. A Chain of Darkness almost as long, In the last days (Says he to Timothy) perilous Times shall come; For men shall be Lovers of their own selves, and (in consequence of That,) All the Devilish Things that follow, from the First Verse unto the Ninth, of that Third Chapter of the Second Epistle to Timothy. A Chain of Darkness almost as long, p-acp dt ord n2 (vvz pns31 p-acp np1) j n2 vmb vvi; c-acp n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f po32 d n2, cc (p-acp n1 pp-f d,) d dt j n2 cst vvb, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ord, pp-f cst ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp np1. sy vvb pp-f n1 av c-acp av-j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2159 as That the Devils themselves are held in, and reserved (saith St. Iude ) until the Iudgment of the Great Day. as That the Devils themselves Are held in, and reserved (Says Saint Iude) until the Judgement of the Great Day. c-acp cst dt n2 px32 vbr vvn p-acp, cc vvn (vvz n1 np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 451
2160 Nor is it my opinion only, But that of Estius, Simplicius, and Strigelius, that the Sin of Self-love is set down First in The Black List, Nor is it my opinion only, But that of Estius, Simplicius, and Strigel, that the since of Self-love is Set down First in The Black List, ccx vbz pn31 po11 n1 av-j, cc-acp d pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn a-acp ord p-acp dt j-jn n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 452
2161 as The Head-spring and Fountain of all the Rest. For I think I may challenge any man living (without immodesty) to Name any one Actual and Damning Sin, which has not the Sin of Self-love for its most execrable Original. It was meerly Self-love, which turned Luciser into a Devil, and made the Son of the Morning The Prince of Darkness. as The Headspring and Fountain of all the Rest. For I think I may challenge any man living (without immodesty) to Name any one Actual and Damning since, which has not the since of Self-love for its most execrable Original. It was merely Self-love, which turned Lucifer into a devil, and made the Son of the Morning The Prince of Darkness. c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi d n1 vvg (p-acp n1) pc-acp vvi d crd j cc vvg n1, r-crq vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 av-ds j j-jn. pn31 vbds av-j n1, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 452
2162 It was the Sin of Self-love which turned those Protoplasts Adam and Eve out of their Innocence, and by consequence out of their Paradise, which they held and possessed by That one Tenure. It was the since of Self-love which turned those Protoplasts Adam and Eve out of their Innocence, and by consequence out of their Paradise, which they held and possessed by That one Tenure. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd d n2 np1 cc n1 av pp-f po32 n1, cc p-acp n1 av pp-f po32 n1, r-crq pns32 vvd cc vvn p-acp d crd n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 452
2163 It was at first the Love of Self, and of Self-preservation, which moved Peter to renounce and abjure his Master. It was At First the Love of Self, and of Self-preservation, which moved Peter to renounce and abjure his Master. pn31 vbds p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp vvb cc vvb po31 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 452
2164 And it was first a Self-love, which produced in Iudas a love of Mony, wherewith he was tempted to betray, and to slay his Master. And it was First a Self-love, which produced in Iudas a love of Money, wherewith he was tempted to betray, and to slay his Master. cc pn31 vbds ord dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvb po31 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 452
2165 Thence it was that Self-denial, or Self-abnegation, was the very first Lesson our Saviour taught his first Disciples. Thence it was that Self-denial, or Self-abnegation, was the very First lesson our Saviour taught his First Disciples. np1 pn31 vbds d n1, cc j, vbds dt av ord n1 po12 n1 vvd po31 ord n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 452
2166 And 'tis the first we are to learn, in the School of our Master Iesus Christ. It being the Causa-sine-quanon of all other Duties in a Christian. For whosoever has once attain'd a good Degree of Self-denial, or of Self-hatred for Sins committed, can fast from eating, when he is hungry; And it's the First we Are to Learn, in the School of our Master Iesus christ. It being the Causa-sine-quanon of all other Duties in a Christian. For whosoever has once attained a good Degree of Self-denial, or of Self-hatred for Sins committed, can fast from eating, when he is hungry; cc pn31|vbz dt ord po12 vbr pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. pn31 vbg dt j pp-f d j-jn n2 p-acp dt njp. p-acp r-crq vhz a-acp vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 p-acp n2 vvn, vmb vvi p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2167 and even from drinking, when he is dry; from stealing, when he is Poor; and from coveting, when he is Rich; and even from drinking, when he is dry; from stealing, when he is Poor; and from coveting, when he is Rich; cc av p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz j; p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz j; cc p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2168 from repining, when he is low; and from oppressing, when he is lofty; from repining, when he is low; and from oppressing, when he is lofty; p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz j; cc p-acp vvg, c-crq pns31 vbz j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2169 and so from every thing else, which either is sinful in it self, or so much as a Temptation inducing to it. and so from every thing Else, which either is sinful in it self, or so much as a Temptation inducing to it. cc av p-acp d n1 av, r-crq d vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, cc av av-d c-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2170 How did St. Peter, when he repented, revenge himself upon himself, for his having so basely (out of Self-love ) not only disown'd, but forsworn his Lord? He did not only deny Himself, in opposition to his Denial of Jesus Christ, How did Saint Peter, when he repented, revenge himself upon himself, for his having so basely (out of Self-love) not only disowned, but forsworn his Lord? He did not only deny Himself, in opposition to his Denial of jesus christ, q-crq vdd n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvn, n1 px31 p-acp px31, c-acp po31 vhg av av-j (av pp-f n1) xx av-j vvn, p-acp vvn po31 n1? pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi px31, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f np1 np1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2171 But abhorr'd himself too, in opposition to his Self-love, which betray'd him to it. But abhorred himself too, in opposition to his Self-love, which betrayed him to it. cc-acp vvn px31 av, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvn pno31 p-acp pn31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2172 How triumphant was his Faith, and his Selfdenial? how triumphant over Himself, and his former Cowardize? how did he preach up Christ Crucified, How triumphant was his Faith, and his Self-denial? how triumphant over Himself, and his former Cowardice? how did he preach up christ crucified, q-crq j vbds po31 n1, cc po31 j? c-crq j p-acp px31, cc po31 j n1? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi a-acp np1 vvn, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2173 for which he was Crucified with his Head downwards? and in All he did, for which he was crucified with his Head downwards? and in All he did, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 av? cc p-acp d pns31 vdd, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2174 or suffer'd, how did he bear down all before him, (not only all the World, but the Flesh, and the Devil too,) as mighty Cataracts and Torrents do sticks and straws? So did Peter, as well as Paul, courageously sight the good sight of Faith. or suffered, how did he bear down all before him, (not only all the World, but the Flesh, and the devil too,) as mighty Cataracts and Torrents do sticks and straws? So did Peter, as well as Paul, courageously sighed the good sighed of Faith. cc vvn, q-crq vdd pns31 vvi a-acp d p-acp pno31, (xx av-j d dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 av,) c-acp j n2 cc n2 vdb n2 cc n2? av vdd np1, c-acp av c-acp np1, av-j n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 453
2175 Such in Him was That Faith which overcometh the World. Such in Him was That Faith which Overcometh the World. d p-acp pno31 vbds d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 454
2176 And when the Son of Man cometh to be the Judge of Quick and Dead, (Lord!) how much (or rather how little,) shall he find of such fighting and conquering Faith upon the Earth? And when the Son of Man comes to be the Judge of Quick and Dead, (Lord!) how much (or rather how little,) shall he find of such fighting and conquering Faith upon the Earth? cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j cc j, (n1!) c-crq d (cc av c-crq j,) vmb pns31 vvi pp-f d vvg cc j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1? (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 312 Page 454
2177 § 11. This is infinitely far from That Carnal Faith, which only works ( by Self-love ) All the Degrees of Disobedience to Christ's Commands. § 11. This is infinitely Far from That Carnal Faith, which only works (by Self-love) All the Degrees of Disobedience to Christ's Commands. § crd d vbz av-j j p-acp cst j n1, r-crq j vvz (p-acp n1) d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 vvz. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 454
2178 No, The Faith which He shall find in comparatively None (that is to say in very few ) at his second Coming, is such a Faith as strongly works by a Love of others; which is said with great reason to be The fulfilling of the Law in Both the Tables of The Decalogue, (which our Blessed Lord came to fulfil and perfect, not to abrogate, No, The Faith which He shall find in comparatively None (that is to say in very few) At his second Coming, is such a Faith as strongly works by a Love of Others; which is said with great reason to be The fulfilling of the Law in Both the Tables of The Decalogue, (which our Blessed Lord Come to fulfil and perfect, not to abrogate, uh-dx, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av-j pi (cst vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp av d) p-acp po31 ord vvg, vbz d dt n1 c-acp av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (r-crq po12 j n1 vvd p-acp vvb cc j, xx pc-acp vvi, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 454
2179 or to destroy;) because 'tis hard, if not impossible, for us to name any one Duty, incumbent on us as Men, or to destroy;) Because it's hard, if not impossible, for us to name any one Duty, incumbent on us as Men, cc pc-acp vvi;) p-acp pn31|vbz j, cs xx j, p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d crd n1, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 454
2180 or Christians, which is not the Necessary Production of such a Love as Faith works by. or Christians, which is not the Necessary Production of such a Love as Faith works by. cc np1, r-crq vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 454
2181 For as immoderate Selflove, which consists with an human and worthless Faith, is the Root of All Evil without Exception; For as immoderate Self-love, which consists with an human and worthless Faith, is the Root of All Evil without Exception; p-acp p-acp j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f d j-jn p-acp n1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 454
2182 so a truly Christian Faith, which is operative, and works by a due love of others, (a love of God with all our hearts, and of our Neighbour as our selves, ) cannot choose but be the Root of all the Good fruits to be imagin'd. so a truly Christian Faith, which is operative, and works by a due love of Others, (a love of God with all our hearts, and of our Neighbour as our selves,) cannot choose but be the Root of all the Good fruits to be imagined. av dt av-j np1 n1, r-crq vbz j-jn, cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2-jn, (dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po12 n2, cc pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2,) vmbx vvi cc-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 455
2183 For how can any man indure to be rebelling against his God, whom he does love with all his Soul, and above Himself? And how can any man ( knowingly ) suffer himself to be induced to wrong his Neighbour, whom he does love without hypocrisie, and As Himself? that is, For how can any man endure to be rebelling against his God, whom he does love with all his Soul, and above Himself? And how can any man (knowingly) suffer himself to be induced to wrong his Neighbour, whom he does love without hypocrisy, and As Himself? that is, p-acp q-crq vmb d n1 vvi pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp d po31 n1, cc p-acp px31? cc q-crq vmb d n1 (av-vvg) vvi px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvb po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp px31? cst vbz, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 455
2184 as sincerely, thô not as well; or as well, (if you please,) thô not as much. With a sicut similitudinis, thô not aequalitatis. In which sense 'tis said by our Lord Himself, Be ye perfect, As your Father in Heaven is perfect. He does not there say, Be ye as perfect as he is perfect; as sincerely, though not as well; or as well, (if you please,) though not as much. With a sicut similitudinis, though not aequalitatis. In which sense it's said by our Lord Himself, Be you perfect, As your Father in Heaven is perfect. He does not there say, Be you as perfect as he is perfect; c-acp av-j, c-acp xx p-acp av; cc c-acp av, (cs pn22 vvb,) cs xx c-acp av-d. p-acp dt fw-la fw-la, c-acp xx fw-la. p-acp r-crq n1 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 px31, vbb pn22 j, c-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1 vbz j. pns31 vdz xx pc-acp vvi, vbb pn22 p-acp j c-acp pns31 vbz j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 455
2185 But be ye perfect as sincerely, as he is perfect consummately. Be ye That in your measure, which He is without measure. But be you perfect as sincerely, as he is perfect consummately. Be you That in your measure, which He is without measure. cc-acp vbb pn22 j c-acp av-j, c-acp pns31 vbz j av-j. vbb pn22 cst p-acp po22 n1, r-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 455
2186 Be ye perfect comparatively, as He is absolutely perfect. Be you perfect comparatively, as He is absolutely perfect. vbb pn22 j av-j, c-acp pns31 vbz av-j j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 455
2187 For as God is said in Scripture to have made Man in his own Likeness, so we may say by the same reason, that he makes a Man's perfection, (thô at a vast and humble distance) in the Similitude of his own. Now if what I have said of a True Christian Faith as it works by Love, and as it is the Substance of Things hoped for, and as it is the Evidence of Things not seen, and as 'tis that whereby a Believer overcometh the world, be duly compared with all before it, touching the faithlesness, For as God is said in Scripture to have made Man in his own Likeness, so we may say by the same reason, that he makes a Man's perfection, (though At a vast and humble distance) in the Similitude of his own. Now if what I have said of a True Christian Faith as it works by Love, and as it is the Substance of Things hoped for, and as it is the Evidence of Things not seen, and as it's that whereby a Believer Overcometh the world, be duly compared with all before it, touching the faithlessness, p-acp c-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp po31 d n1, av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n1, cst pns31 vvz dt ng1 n1, (cs p-acp dt j cc j n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d. av cs r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt j njp n1 p-acp pn31 n2 p-acp n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, cc c-acp pn31|vbz cst c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, vbb av-jn vvn p-acp d c-acp pn31, vvg dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 456
2188 and malignity, the wants of love, and common honesty, wherewith the world is overcome; 'Twill not be difficult to conclude, That when the Son of Man cometh, (let his coming be when it will,) He will find his own Prophecy fulfill'd amongst us. and malignity, the Wants of love, and Common honesty, wherewith the world is overcome; It'll not be difficult to conclude, That when the Son of Man comes, (let his coming be when it will,) He will find his own Prophecy fulfilled among us. cc n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn; pn31|vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, (vvn po31 n-vvg vbi c-crq pn31 vmb,) pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1 vvn p-acp pno12. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 313 Page 456
2189 § 12. Perhaps 'tis too little a thing to mention either Cotterus, or Dabricius, or Christina Poniatovia, however their Praedictions touching Christendom in general, § 12. Perhaps it's too little a thing to mention either Cotterus, or Dabricius, or Christina Poniatovia, however their Predictions touching Christendom in general, § crd av pn31|vbz av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi d np1, cc np1, cc np1 np1, c-acp po32 n2 vvg np1 p-acp n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 456
2190 and particularly touching the whole House of Austria, and That of Bourbon, (long and long ago printed,) are coming to pass in These our Days. and particularly touching the Whole House of Austria, and That of Bourbon, (long and long ago printed,) Are coming to pass in These our Days. cc av-j vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc cst pp-f np1, (j cc av-j av vvn,) vbr vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp d po12 n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 456
2191 Nor will I apply That of David touching Absolom's Rebellion, and the general Revolt occasion'd by it, stigmatized in the Fourteenth and in the Three and fiftieth Psalm: The Fool hath said in his Heart There is no God. Nor will I apply That of David touching Absolom's Rebellion, and the general Revolt occasioned by it, stigmatized in the Fourteenth and in the Three and fiftieth Psalm: The Fool hath said in his Heart There is no God. ccx vmb pns11 vvi d pp-f np1 vvg ng1 n1, cc dt n1 vvb vvn p-acp pn31, vvn p-acp dt ord cc p-acp dt crd cc ord n1: dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbz dx n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 456
2192 Where by the Fool he means a Multitude, as appears by his next words. Where by the Fool he means a Multitude, as appears by his next words. c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz dt n1, c-acp vvz p-acp po31 ord n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 456
2193 The Lord looked down from Heaven upon the Children of Men, to see if there were any that would understand, and seek after God. The Lord looked down from Heaven upon the Children of Men, to see if there were any that would understand, and seek After God. dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbdr d cst vmd vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2194 But they are all gone out of the way, they are altogether become Abominable, There is none that doth good, no not one. But they Are all gone out of the Way, they Are altogether become Abominable, There is none that does good, no not one. p-acp pns32 vbr d vvn av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr av vvn j, pc-acp vbz pix cst vdz j, uh-dx xx crd. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2195 Nor will I descant upon That of the Prophet Micah, The Good man is perished out of the Earth. Nor will I descant upon That of the Prophet micah, The Good man is perished out of the Earth. ccx vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d pp-f dt n1 np1, dt j n1 vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2196 There is none upright among men. They all lye in wait for Blood. They hunt every man his Brother with a Net. There is none upright among men. They all lie in wait for Blood. They hunt every man his Brother with a Net. pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp n2. pns32 d vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1. pns32 vvb d n1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2197 They do evil earnestly, and that with Both hands. The Iudge asketh for Reward. The Great man uttereth his Mischievous Desire. They do evil earnestly, and that with Both hands. The Judge asks for Reward. The Great man utters his Mischievous Desire. pns32 vdb j-jn av-j, cc cst p-acp d n2. dt n1 vvz p-acp n1. dt j n1 vvz po31 j n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2198 The Best of them is a Briar: and the most Upright of them is sharper than any Thorn Hedge. The Best of them is a Briar: and the most Upright of them is sharper than any Thorn Hedge. dt js pp-f pno32 vbz dt n1: cc dt av-ds av-j pp-f pno32 vbz jc cs d n1 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2199 (I do not speak of These things in this unlimited universality, unless it be by a Paralipsis. ) But This I think I may say with every man's suffrage and consent, There is so eminent a Defection from God and Goodness throughout the World, that Most do seem to have renounced, (I do not speak of These things in this unlimited universality, unless it be by a Paralipsis.) But This I think I may say with every Man's suffrage and consent, There is so eminent a Defection from God and goodness throughout the World, that Most do seem to have renounced, (pns11 vdb xx vvi pp-f d n2 p-acp d j n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1.) cc-acp d pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d ng1 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz av j dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cst av-ds vdb vvi pc-acp vhi vvd, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2200 and to have utterly cast off, All Fear, and Care, if not Acknowledgment of the most High. and to have utterly cast off, All fear, and Care, if not Acknowledgment of the most High. cc pc-acp vhi av-j vvn a-acp, d vvb, cc vvb, cs xx n1 pp-f dt av-ds j. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 457
2201 The Tongues of men are their own; their Thoughts are free; their Wills invisible; and the secrets of their Hearts are known to God only, The Searcher of them. But yet as far as mens Actions are the Interpreters of their Hearts, The Tongues of men Are their own; their Thoughts Are free; their Wills invisible; and the secrets of their Hearts Are known to God only, The Searcher of them. But yet as Far as men's Actions Are the Interpreters of their Hearts, dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr po32 d; po32 n2 vbr j; po32 n2 j; cc dt n2-jn pp-f po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 av-j, dt n1 pp-f pno32. p-acp av c-acp av-j c-acp ng2 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 458
2202 and as far as they discover an Epidemical Decay of Christian strictness, a Decay of That Seriousness in Reality and Substance, which some poor Quakers retain in Shew, a Decay of all Duties to God and Man, a Decay of Moral Honesty, and as Far as they discover an Epidemical Decay of Christian strictness, a Decay of That Seriousness in Reality and Substance, which Some poor Quakers retain in Show, a Decay of all Duties to God and Man, a Decay of Moral Honesty, cc c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f njp n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq d j np1 vvi p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp np1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 458
2203 and Humanity it self, and (which is the Top of all Impiety) a devilish blending and confounding the very Natures of Right and Wrong, a turning Religion Topsy Turvy, calling Evil Good, and Good Evil, putting Bitter for Sweet, and Humanity it self, and (which is the Top of all Impiety) a devilish blending and confounding the very Nature's of Right and Wrong, a turning Religion Topsy Turvy, calling Evil Good, and Good Evil, putting Bitter for Sweet, cc n1 pn31 n1, cc (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1) dt j vvg cc vvg dt j ng1 pp-f j-jn cc vvb, dt vvg n1 np1 n1, vvg j-jn j, cc j n-jn, vvg j p-acp j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 458
2204 and Sweet for Bitter, Light for Darkness, and Darkness for Light, holding Perjury, and Parricide, Killing of Kings, and Subverting of Kingdoms, not only Innocent, but Pious, not only Laudable and Vertuous, and Sweet for Bitter, Light for Darkness, and Darkness for Light, holding Perjury, and Parricide, Killing of Kings, and Subverting of Kingdoms, not only Innocent, but Pious, not only Laudable and Virtuous, cc j p-acp j, j p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, vvg n1, cc n1, vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg pp-f n2, xx av-j j-jn, p-acp j, xx av-j j cc j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 458
2205 but the most highly Meritorious, and Supererogating Works of the purest Christians, nor only of the purest, but of the only true Christians in all the World, the Only Members of the true Church, but the most highly Meritorious, and Supererogating Works of the Purest Christians, nor only of the Purest, but of the only true Christians in all the World, the Only Members of the true Church, cc-acp dt av-ds av-j j, cc j-vvg vvz pp-f dt js np1, ccx j pp-f dt js, p-acp pp-f dt av-j j np1 p-acp d dt n1, dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 458
2206 and Only Heirs of Salvation, whilst they who dare not break Oaths of Allegiance and Supremacy, dare not rail at and libel the Laws in force, dare not rebel against their Governours, dare not fall down and worship the Jesuites Idol, and Only Heirs of Salvation, while they who Dare not break Oaths of Allegiance and Supremacy, Dare not rail At and libel the Laws in force, Dare not rebel against their Governors, Dare not fallen down and worship the Jesuits Idol, cc av-j n2 pp-f n1, cs pns32 r-crq vvb xx vvi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb xx vvi p-acp cc vvi dt n2 p-acp n1, vvb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, vvb xx vvi a-acp cc vvi dt np2 n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 459
2207 even for This very Reason are Damn'd for ever; even for This very Reason Are Damned for ever; av p-acp d j n1 vbr j-vvn p-acp av; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 459
2208 I say as far as men's Actions are Thus the Indices of their Hearts, we may conclude there is a Principle of downright Atheism within them; I say as Far as men's Actions Are Thus the Indices of their Hearts, we may conclude there is a Principle of downright Atheism within them; pns11 vvb a-acp av-j c-acp ng2 n2 vbr av dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 459
2209 at least an Heathenish Belief that their Souls are not Immortal; At least an Heathenish Belief that their Souls Are not Immortal; p-acp ds dt j n1 cst po32 n2 vbr xx j; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 459
2210 and that for what they do in This, they shall not be brought to give Accompt in Another World. and that for what they do in This, they shall not be brought to give Account in another World. cc cst p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp d, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi vvb p-acp j-jn n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 314 Page 459
2211 § 13. I am far from undertaking (what yet some have done) to name the last Days of the Son of Man, or the Time of his coming to the avenging of His Elect, and to judge the World. § 13. I am Far from undertaking (what yet Some have done) to name the last Days of the Son of Man, or the Time of his coming to the avenging of His Elect, and to judge the World. § crd pns11 vbm av-j p-acp vvg (r-crq av d vhb vdn) pc-acp vvi dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 459
2212 But of This I am certain, (because I have it from his own Mouth, But of This I am certain, (Because I have it from his own Mouth, p-acp pp-f d pns11 vbm j, (c-acp pns11 vhb pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 459
2213 as well as from the Mouths of Three at least of his Apostles,) that we must not infer the Day of Doom is far off, because there are few prepare for it, and even the wisest do not expect it; as well as from the Mouths of Three At least of his Apostles,) that we must not infer the Day of Doom is Far off, Because there Are few prepare for it, and even the Wisest do not expect it; c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd p-acp ds pp-f po31 n2,) cst pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j a-acp, c-acp a-acp vbr d vvb p-acp pn31, cc av dt js vdb xx vvi pn31; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 459
2214 No, It's seeming very far off, is rather a Sign of its Approach. For The Scriptures tell us expresly, That Christ at his Coming will surprize us as a Thief in the Night. No, It's seeming very Far off, is rather a Signen of its Approach. For The Scriptures tell us expressly, That christ At his Coming will surprise us as a Thief in the Night. uh-x, pn31|vbz j-vvg j av-j a-acp, vbz av-c dt vvb pp-f po31 vvb. p-acp dt n2 vvb pno12 av-j, cst np1 p-acp po31 vvg n1 vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 459
2215 His Coming, for Quickness, will be like lightning. It shall be as suddain (saith our Lord) as Noah's Deluge was to All, Noah himself being excepted. His Coming, for Quickness, will be like lightning. It shall be as sudden (Says our Lord) as Noah's Deluge was to All, Noah himself being excepted. po31 vvg, p-acp n1, vmb vbi j n1. pn31 vmb vbi c-acp j (vvz po12 n1) c-acp npg1 n1 vbds p-acp d, np1 px31 vbg vvn. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2216 They did eat, they drank, they married wives, even until the very day of Noah's entring into the Ark, when behold the Flood came, They did eat, they drank, they married wives, even until the very day of Noah's entering into the Ark, when behold the Flood Come, pns32 vdd vvi, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd n2, av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq vvb dt n1 vvd, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2217 and destroy'd them All. It shall at least be as surprising, as was the shooting of Hell from Heaven in the Days of Lot. and destroyed them All. It shall At least be as surprising, as was the shooting of Hell from Heaven in the Days of Lot. cc vvn pno32 d pn31 vmb p-acp ds vbi c-acp vvg, a-acp vbds dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2218 And how surprising That was, our Saviour tells us in the next words: And how surprising That was, our Saviour tells us in the next words: cc q-crq j-vvg cst vbds, po12 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt ord n2: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2219 They did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they builded, (unto which it may be added, they play'd, they sported, they were indulging all their Lusts,) when behold the same day wherein Lot went out of Sodom, The Fire and Brimstone rained down, They did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they built, (unto which it may be added, they played, they sported, they were indulging all their Lustiest,) when behold the same day wherein Lot went out of Sodom, The Fire and Brimstone reigned down, pns32 vdd vvi, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd, (p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd, pns32 vbdr vvg d po32 n2,) c-crq vvb dt d n1 c-crq n1 vvd av pp-f np1, dt n1 cc np1 vvd a-acp, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2220 and destroy'd them All. So swift, so suddain, so surprising shall be The Day, of The Son of Man's Coming to judge the World. and destroyed them All. So swift, so sudden, so surprising shall be The Day, of The Son of Man's Coming to judge the World. cc vvn pno32 d av j, av j, av vvg vmb vbi dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2221 Watch therefore (says our Saviour) for ye know not what hour your Lord will come. Watch Therefore (Says our Saviour) for you know not what hour your Lord will come. n1 av (vvz po12 n1) p-acp pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 po22 n1 vmb vvi. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2222 Heaven and Earth shall pass away; Heaven and Earth shall pass away; n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2223 But of That day and hour knoweth no man (says he again,) no not the Angels of Heaven. But of That day and hour Knoweth no man (Says he again,) no not the Angels of Heaven. cc-acp pp-f d n1 cc n1 vvz dx n1 (vvz pns31 av,) dx xx dt n2 pp-f n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2224 Again (says he) be ye ready: for in such an hour as ye think not, The Son of Man cometh. Again (Says he) be you ready: for in such an hour as you think not, The Son of Man comes. av (vvz pns31) vbb pn22 j: c-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pn22 vvb xx, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 460
2225 All which that it is meant of the Day of Judgment, and the Consummation of all things, not only or chiefly of the Jews NONLATINALPHABET, All which that it is meant of the Day of Judgement, and the Consummation of all things, not only or chiefly of the jews, d r-crq cst pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, xx av-j cc av-jn pp-f dt np2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2226 and the Destruction of Ierusalem, seems to be evident from the Conclusion of That whole Prophecy of our Saviour: and the Destruction of Ierusalem, seems to be evident from the Conclusion of That Whole Prophecy of our Saviour: cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2227 For if That Evil Servant [ That Man of Sin by way of Eminence, whether without Christendom, For if That Evil Servant [ That Man of since by Way of Eminence, whither without Christendom, c-acp cs d j-jn n1 [ cst n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp np1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2228 or within it, whether in Asia, or in Italy, in Germany, or in Spain, in France, or England, ] shall say in his heart, My Lord delayeth his Coming, whereupon He shall praesume to smite his fellow Servants, or within it, whither in Asia, or in Italy, in Germany, or in Spain, in France, or England, ] shall say in his heart, My Lord delayeth his Coming, whereupon He shall presume to smite his fellow Servants, cc p-acp pn31, cs p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, p-acp np1, cc np1, ] vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, po11 n1 vvz po31 vvg, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 n2, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2229 and to riot it with the Drunken, The Lord of that Servant shall come in a day when he looketh not for him, and to riot it with the Drunken, The Lord of that Servant shall come in a day when he looks not for him, cc p-acp n1 pn31 p-acp dt j, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno31, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2230 and in an hour he is not aware of; and shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his Portion with the Hypocrites; and in an hour he is not aware of; and shall Cut him asunder, and appoint him his Portion with the Hypocrites; cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz xx j pp-f; cc vmb vvi pno31 av, cc vvi pno31 po31 n1 p-acp dt n2; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2231 There shall be weeping, and gnashing of Teeth. There shall be weeping, and gnashing of Teeth. pc-acp vmb vbi vvg, cc vvg pp-f n2. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 315 Page 461
2232 § 14. What now is to be done, by us who live in These Times, wherein I have shewn there is so Common, § 14. What now is to be done, by us who live in These Times, wherein I have shown there is so Common, § crd q-crq av vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp pno12 r-crq vvb p-acp d n2, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn a-acp vbz av j, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 461
2233 so Universal, so Epidemical a state of Depravation, but that every one in his station do labour hard to mend one: That we all watch and pray, lest we enter into Temptation? or that if we cannot escape the Temptations of the World, so Universal, so Epidemical a state of Depravation, but that every one in his station do labour hard to mend one: That we all watch and pray, lest we enter into Temptation? or that if we cannot escape the Temptations of the World, av j-u, av j dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d d crd p-acp po31 n1 vdb vvi av-j pc-acp vvi crd: cst pns12 d vvi cc vvb, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1? cc d cs pns12 vmbx vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 461
2234 yet by the powerful Grace of God, well cooperated with, we may be able to overcome them? In order whereunto, we must not only watch and pray for a Time, and examin our selves duly, whether we be in the Faith of Christ; yet by the powerful Grace of God, well cooperated with, we may be able to overcome them? In order whereunto, we must not only watch and pray for a Time, and examine our selves duly, whither we be in the Faith of christ; av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, av vvn p-acp, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32? p-acp n1 c-crq, pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi cc vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po12 n2 av-jn, cs pns12 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 462
2235 But we must not faint in it. We must quit our selves like Men. We must be strong in the Faith. But we must not faint in it. We must quit our selves like Men. We must be strong in the Faith. cc-acp pns12 vmb xx j p-acp pn31. pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j n2. pns12 vmb vbb j p-acp dt n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 462
2236 We must stand fast in it. Our watching must be constant; our praying always. So expresly saith our Saviour in the first Verse of That Paragraph, whereof my Text is the Conclusion. For The Parable which he spake, was (says St. Luke ) to This End, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint. We must stand fast in it. Our watching must be constant; our praying always. So expressly Says our Saviour in the First Verse of That Paragraph, whereof my Text is the Conclusion. For The Parable which he spoke, was (Says Saint Lycia) to This End, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint. pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn31. po12 vvg vmb vbi j; po12 vvg av. av av-j vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f cst np1, c-crq po11 n1 vbz dt n1. p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd, vbds (zz n1 av) p-acp d vvb, cst n2 vmd av pc-acp vvi, cc xx pc-acp vvi. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 462
2237 We ought to pray without ceasing, as St. Paul bids his Thessalonians. NONLATINALPHABET saith the first, NONLATINALPHABET saith the second, we must be a kind of Euchites, (be it spoken cum grano Salis, ) we must pray without End, or Intermission. And that for This reason, We ought to pray without ceasing, as Saint Paul bids his Thessalonians. Says the First, Says the second, we must be a kind of Euchites, (be it spoken cum grano Salis,) we must pray without End, or Intermission. And that for This reason, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, p-acp n1 np1 vvz po31 njp2. vvz dt ord, vvz dt ord, pns12 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, (vbi pn31 vvn fw-la fw-it np1,) pns12 vmb vvi p-acp vvb, cc n1. cc cst p-acp d n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 462
2238 as well as for This end and purpose, that our Lord at his Coming may find us praying. A work of so very great importance, as well as for This end and purpose, that our Lord At his Coming may find us praying. A work of so very great importance, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst po12 n1 p-acp po31 vvg vmb vvi pno12 vvg. dt n1 pp-f av j j n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 462
2239 and so conducible to Salvation, that even Then when Simon Magus was in the Gall of Bitterness, and in the Bond of Iniquity, St. Peter bid him Pray to God, if perhaps the Thought of his heart might be forgiven him. and so conducible to Salvation, that even Then when Simon Magus was in the Gall of Bitterness, and in the Bound of Iniquity, Saint Peter bid him Pray to God, if perhaps the Thought of his heart might be forgiven him. cc av j p-acp n1, cst av av c-crq np1 np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 np1 vvb pno31 vvi p-acp np1, cs av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn pno31. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 463
2240 Pray therefore we must, that we may not fall. And if at any time we are fallen, still we must pray, that we may rise. And still for fear of relapsing, we must watch unto Prayer, and we must watch thereunto with all perseverance. That so at what time soever The Master of the House shall come, whether at Evening, or at Midnight, or in the Morning, we may be found like wise Virgins with Oyl in our Lamps, or in the Number of the few Faithful and blessed Servants, whom our Lord when he comes shall find so Doing: Pray Therefore we must, that we may not fallen. And if At any time we Are fallen, still we must pray, that we may rise. And still for Fear of relapsing, we must watch unto Prayer, and we must watch thereunto with all perseverance. That so At what time soever The Master of the House shall come, whither At Evening, or At Midnight, or in the Morning, we may be found like wise Virgins with Oil in our Lamps, or in the Number of the few Faithful and blessed Servants, whom our Lord when he comes shall find so Doing: vvb av pns12 vmb, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi. cc cs p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr vvn, av pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi. cc av p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, pns12 vmb n1 p-acp n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp d n1. cst av p-acp r-crq n1 av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi, cs p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvd av-j j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d j cc j-vvn n2, r-crq po12 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz vmb vvi av vdg: (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 463
2241 and that finding us so doing, He may receive us with an Euge, Well done good and faithful Servants, Enter ye into the Ioy of your Lord. and that finding us so doing, He may receive us with an Euge, Well done good and faithful Servants, Enter you into the Joy of your Lord. cc d vvg pno12 av vdg, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j, av vdn j cc j n2, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 316 Page 463
2242 Which God The Father of his Mercy prepare and qualifie us for, even for the Merits of God The Son, Which God The Father of his Mercy prepare and qualify us for, even for the Merits of God The Son, r-crq np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1, (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 317 Page 463
2243 and by the powerful operation of God The Holy Ghost. To whom be Glory for ever and ever. and by the powerful operation of God The Holy Ghost. To whom be Glory for ever and ever. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1. p-acp ro-crq vbb n1 p-acp av cc av. (16) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 317 Page 463
2244 AN ANTIDOTE OR PRAESERVATIVE Against the Prurigo of Ambition. Satan's Masterpiece AS A TEMPTER TO WORLDLY GREATNESS. an ANTIDOTE OR PRESERVATIVE Against the Prurigo of Ambition. Satan's Masterpiece AS A TEMPTER TO WORLDLY GREATNESS. dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1. npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 317 Page 467
2245 MATTH. IV. 9. All these Things will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me. MATTHEW. IV. 9. All these Things will I give thee, if thou wilt fallen down and worship me. av. np1 crd av-d d n2 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 317 Page 467
2246 Or (as St. Luke sets down the words,) LUKE IV. 6, 7. All this Power will I give thee, and the Glory of them; Or (as Saint Lycia sets down the words,) LYCIA IV. 6, 7. All this Power will I give thee, and the Glory of them; cc (c-acp n1 av vvz a-acp dt n2,) av np1 crd, crd av-d d n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 318 Page 467
2247 for That is delivered unto me, And to whomsoever I will, I give it. If thou therefore wilt worship me, All shall be Thine. for That is Delivered unto me, And to whomsoever I will, I give it. If thou Therefore wilt worship me, All shall be Thine. c-acp cst vbz vvn p-acp pno11, cc p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb, pns11 vvb pn31. cs pns21 av vm2 vvi pno11, d vmb vbi png21. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 318 Page 467
2248 § 1. THere is a Time when in Scripture God is said to tempt Man. And again there is a Time when Man is said to tempt God. Last of all there is a Time when the Devil is said to tempt Both; and Both at once in this Text, in which are met the two Natures of God and Man. Now though to Tempt in each Case is still a phrase of one sound, yet is it often found to be of very different significations. Indeed so different, that they may seem to contradict. For Moses saith, God tempted Abraham; And yet St. Paul saith, God tempteth no man. It is implyed by our Saviour, that God is tempted at least by some; § 1. THere is a Time when in Scripture God is said to tempt Man. And again there is a Time when Man is said to tempt God. Last of all there is a Time when the devil is said to tempt Both; and Both At once in this Text, in which Are met the two Nature's of God and Man. Now though to Tempt in each Case is still a phrase of one found, yet is it often found to be of very different significations. Indeed so different, that they may seem to contradict. For Moses Says, God tempted Abraham; And yet Saint Paul Says, God tempts no man. It is employed by our Saviour, that God is tempted At least by Some; § crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq p-acp n1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc av pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb np1. ord pp-f d pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av-d; cc d p-acp a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq vbr vvn dt crd ng1 pp-f np1 cc n1 av cs pc-acp vvb p-acp d n1 vbz av dt n1 pp-f crd n1, av vbz pn31 av vvd pc-acp vbi pp-f j j n2. av av j, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vvi. p-acp np1 vvz, np1 vvn np1; cc av n1 np1 vvz, np1 vvz dx n1. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp ds p-acp d; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 319 Page 468
2249 And yet 'tis said by St. Iames, He is not tempted of any. And yet it's said by Saint James, He is not tempted of any. cc av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, pns31 vbz xx vvn pp-f d. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 319 Page 468
2250 Now the way to reconcile them is briefly This. When God is said to tempt Man, it signifies nothing but a Trial, a kind of Search which God makes in the Heart of man. Now the Way to reconcile them is briefly This. When God is said to tempt Man, it signifies nothing but a Trial, a kind of Search which God makes in the Heart of man. av dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vbz av-j zz c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1, pn31 vvz pix cc-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 319 Page 468
2251 Not that God can be in doubt, or stand in need of an Inquiry, how any man's heart is affected towards him; Not that God can be in doubt, or stand in need of an Inquiry, how any Man's heart is affected towards him; xx cst np1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 319 Page 468
2252 But 'tis to admonish him of his weakness, or to convince him of his hypocrisie, or else to evidence his Faith, or to exercise his Patience, or to make his Integrity the more conspicuous, and rewardable, that God is pleased to explore and to search his Heart. But it's to admonish him of his weakness, or to convince him of his hypocrisy, or Else to evidence his Faith, or to exercise his Patience, or to make his Integrity the more conspicuous, and rewardable, that God is pleased to explore and to search his Heart. cc-acp pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cc av p-acp n1 po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 dt av-dc j, cc j, cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 319 Page 468
2253 Thus in Genesis, and Exodus, and in the Thirteenth of Deuteronomy, our Father Abraham and the Israelites are said to have been tempted by God himself. Thus in Genesis, and Exodus, and in the Thirteenth of Deuteronomy, our Father Abraham and the Israelites Are said to have been tempted by God himself. av p-acp n1, cc fw-la, cc p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, po12 n1 np1 cc dt np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp np1 px31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 319 Page 469
2254 § 2. Man (in the second place) is said to tempt God, when without any Necessity, or Assurance of Success, he rashly goes out of his Calling to meet with Danger. Or when without any Warrant, whether from the Spirit, or Word of God, he gladly falls into Distress, (like Eldavid the false Messias, of whom we read in learned Buxtorf, ) supposing God, by some Miracle, will help him out. § 2. Man (in the second place) is said to tempt God, when without any Necessity, or Assurance of Success, he rashly Goes out of his Calling to meet with Danger. Or when without any Warrant, whither from the Spirit, or Word of God, he gladly falls into Distress, (like Eldavid the false Messias, of whom we read in learned Buxtorf,) supposing God, by Some Miracle, will help him out. § crd n1 (p-acp dt ord n1) vbz vvn pc-acp vvi np1, c-crq p-acp d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, pns31 av-j vvz av pp-f po31 vvg p-acp vvb p-acp n1. cc c-crq p-acp d vvb, cs p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pns31 av-j vvz p-acp n1, (av-j np1 dt j np1, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j np1,) vvg n1, p-acp d n1, vmb vvi pno31 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 320 Page 469
2255 For what is this but to explore, or to make a Trial, both of the Power, and Goodness, and Truth of God? not at all out of Faith in his Word and Promise, but out of a wanton Curiosity, or bold Praesumption. For what is this but to explore, or to make a Trial, both of the Power, and goodness, and Truth of God? not At all out of Faith in his Word and Promise, but out of a wanton Curiosity, or bold Presumption. p-acp r-crq vbz d p-acp p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, d pp-f dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1? xx p-acp d av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvb, p-acp av pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 320 Page 469
2256 § 3. But now the Devil is said to tempt either God, or Man, and Both together in the Text, § 3. But now the devil is said to tempt either God, or Man, and Both together in the Text, § crd p-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d np1, cc n1, cc d av p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 469
2257 when not only without, but against the Word, he does solicite and intice to something or other which is Evil. And thus our Lord is said in Scripture to have been tempted, even as We. Not by Hunger only and Thirst, by Cold and Nakedness, by Slander and Disgrace, by Pangs and Torments, when not only without, but against the Word, he does solicit and entice to something or other which is Evil. And thus our Lord is said in Scripture to have been tempted, even as We. Not by Hunger only and Thirst, by Cold and Nakedness, by Slander and Disgrace, by Pangs and Torments, c-crq xx av-j p-acp, p-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz vvi cc vvb pc-acp pi cc n-jn r-crq vbz np1 cc av po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn, av p-acp pns12. xx p-acp n1 av-j cc vvb, p-acp j-jn cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 cc n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2258 and all Degrees of Affliction to which the Name of Temptations is justly fixt; and all Degrees of Affliction to which the Name of Temptations is justly fixed; cc d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz av-j vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2259 But to the worst of Afflictions, that is, to Sin; and to the worst even of Sins, to wit Idolatry; And to the worst of Idolatries, But to the worst of Afflictions, that is, to since; and to the worst even of Sins, to wit Idolatry; And to the worst of Idolatries, cc-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cst vbz, pc-acp n1; cc p-acp dt js av pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi n1; cc p-acp dt js pp-f n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2260 even the worshipping of the Devil. even the worshipping of the devil. av dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2261 Who being permitted to take him up to an exceeding high Mountain, did shew him from thence, Who being permitted to take him up to an exceeding high Mountain, did show him from thence, r-crq vbg vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg j n1, vdd vvi pno31 p-acp av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2262 as in a Landskip, All the Kingdoms of the World and the Glory of them; as in a Landskip, All the Kingdoms of the World and the Glory of them; c-acp p-acp dt n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2263 And thereupon made him this glorious Offer, All these things will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me: And thereupon made him this glorious Offer, All these things will I give thee, if thou wilt fallen down and worship me: cc av vvd pno31 d j n1, d d n2 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2264 Or NONLATINALPHABET, If, falling down, Thou wilt worship me. § 4. Which words do present us with Satan's Masterpiece; Or, If, falling down, Thou wilt worship me. § 4. Which words do present us with Satan's Masterpiece; cc, cs, vvg a-acp, pns21 vm2 vvi pno11. § crd r-crq n2 vdb vvi pno12 p-acp npg1 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 321 Page 470
2265 And the Motto on his Ensign, is [ Now, or Never. ] For as the Roman Triarij, when their two first Squadrons had fought in vain, were depended upon at last as their only Refuge; So when the Devil had been improsperous in his two first Onsets upon our Saviour, He comes at last to make use of All the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; And the Motto on his Ensign, is [ Now, or Never. ] For as the Roman Triarii, when their two First Squadrons had fought in vain, were depended upon At last as their only Refuge; So when the devil had been improsperous in his two First Onsets upon our Saviour, He comes At last to make use of All the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz [ av, cc av-x. ] c-acp c-acp dt njp fw-la, c-crq po32 crd ord n2 vhd vvn p-acp j, vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp ord p-acp po32 av-j n1; av c-crq dt n1 vhd vbn j p-acp po31 crd ord n2 p-acp po12 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp ord pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 322 Page 470
2266 clearly looking upon This, as his most formidable Reserve; And even against the Fortifications, not only of the Innocence, but the Divinity of our Lord, (who was no less the Lord of Armies, than Prince of Peace, ) his most ingenious, most powerful, most hopeful Stratagem. clearly looking upon This, as his most formidable Reserve; And even against the Fortifications, not only of the Innocence, but the Divinity of our Lord, (who was no less the Lord of Armies, than Prince of Peace,) his most ingenious, most powerful, most hopeful Stratagem. av-j vvg p-acp d, p-acp po31 av-ds j vvb; cc av p-acp dt n2, xx av-j pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (r-crq vbds dx dc dt n1 pp-f n2, cs n1 pp-f n1,) po31 av-ds j, av-ds j, av-ds j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 322 Page 471
2267 The Text, at first view, affords no more than two Generals. To wit the Devil's vast Offer, And the unreasonable Condition with which 'tis clogg'd. The Text, At First view, affords no more than two Generals. To wit the Devil's vast Offer, And the unreasonable Condition with which it's clogged. dt n1, p-acp ord n1, vvz av-dx dc cs crd n2. pc-acp vvi dt ng1 j n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 471
2268 But out of these Generals put together, we may (by the help of a little Logick) draw four Particulars. Each of which will be a Doctrin, whereof it will be easy to make good Use. 1. The First particular Doctrin is, That the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them, being all met together (as here they are,) do amount to nothing more, But out of these Generals put together, we may (by the help of a little Logic) draw four Particulars. Each of which will be a Doctrine, whereof it will be easy to make good Use. 1. The First particular Doctrine is, That the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them, being all met together (as Here they Are,) do amount to nothing more, p-acp av pp-f d n2 vvd av, pns12 vmb (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1) vvb crd n2-j. d pp-f r-crq vmb vbi dt n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi j vvi. crd dt ord j n1 vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, vbg av-d vvn av (c-acp av pns32 vbr,) vdb vvi p-acp pix av-dc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 471
2269 than so many glittering Temptations. 2. The Second is, That all the Goods of this World, however lovely they may appear to Carnal Reason, or Common Sense, are yet by God's Patience, and wise Permission, in the Devil 's Proffer, and Disposal. I say They are so by God's Permission, because the Devil can give nothing, till God gives leave; which, than so many glittering Temptations. 2. The Second is, That all the Goods of this World, however lovely they may appear to Carnal Reason, or Common Sense, Are yet by God's Patience, and wise Permission, in the devil is Proffer, and Disposal. I say They Are so by God's Permission, Because the devil can give nothing, till God gives leave; which, cs av d vvg n2. crd dt ord vbz, cst d dt n2-j pp-f d n1, c-acp j pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, cc j n1, vbr av p-acp npg1 n1, cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz n1, cc n1. pns11 vvb pns32 vbr av p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pix, c-acp np1 vvz vvi; r-crq, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 472
2270 for wise and just Ends, it often pleaseth him to afford. 3. The Third Doctrin is, That the utmost Scope and Drift of all the Donatives of the Tempter, is to steal our Hearts from God, and to turn them wholly upon Himself. He never Proffers, but with a dangerous Proviso. He does it liberally indeed, [ All these things will I give thee, ] But with a covetous Supposition, [ if, falling down, thou wilt worship me. for wise and just Ends, it often Pleases him to afford. 3. The Third Doctrine is, That the utmost Scope and Drift of all the Donatives of the Tempter, is to steal our Hearts from God, and to turn them wholly upon Himself. He never Proffers, but with a dangerous Proviso. He does it liberally indeed, [ All these things will I give thee, ] But with a covetous Supposition, [ if, falling down, thou wilt worship me. p-acp j cc j n2, pn31 av vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi. crd dt ord n1 vbz, cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvb pno32 av-jn p-acp px31. pns31 av-x vvz, p-acp p-acp dt j n1. pns31 vdz pn31 av-j av, [ d d n2 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, ] cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, [ cs, vvg a-acp, pns21 vm2 vvi pno11. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 472
2271 ] 4. From whence it follows in the fourth Place, That how incessantly soever some men do labour, whereby to purchase these Gifts of Satan, ] 4. From whence it follows in the fourth Place, That how incessantly soever Some men do labour, whereby to purchase these Gifts of Satan, ] crd p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, cst c-crq av-j av d n2 vdb vvi, c-crq pc-acp vvb d n2 pp-f np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 472
2272 yet there is nothing in the World with greater easiness to be compass'd; yet there is nothing in the World with greater easiness to be compassed; av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 472
2273 if the Devil may be try'd by his own Confession. Who, though the things here spoken of are great, if the devil may be tried by his own Confessi. Who, though the things Here spoken of Are great, cs dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n1. r-crq, cs dt n2 av vvn pp-f vbr j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 472
2274 and goodly, ( even the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them, ) is yet most ready to part with All, in exchange for an Act of our Adoration. To attain the NONLATINALPHABET, The All that our Tempter can give, or offer, nothing more needs be done, and goodly, (even the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them,) is yet most ready to part with All, in exchange for an Act of our Adoration. To attain the, The All that our Tempter can give, or offer, nothing more needs be done, cc j, (av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32,) vbz av ds j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. pc-acp vvi dt, dt d cst po12 n1 vmb vvb, cc vvb, pix dc vvz vbi vdn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 473
2275 than to fall down to him and worship him. than to fallen down to him and worship him. cs pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno31 cc vvi pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 323 Page 473
2276 § 1. To prove the First of these Four, [ That the Kingdoms of the Earth, when they are All put together, make but a glittering Temptation, or handsom Snare, ] we need not argue or dispute from a fitter Topick, § 1. To prove the First of these Four, [ That the Kingdoms of the Earth, when they Are All put together, make but a glittering Temptation, or handsome Snare, ] we need not argue or dispute from a fitter Topic, § crd p-acp vvi dt ord pp-f d crd, [ cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr d vvn av, vvb p-acp dt vvg n1, cc j n1, ] pns12 vvb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt jc np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 473
2277 than the very signal Method the Devil here useth. than the very signal Method the devil Here uses. cs dt j n1 n1 dt n1 av vvz. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 473
2278 Who, when he could not corrupt our Saviour by all the Miseries of Want, did now at last attempt to do it by the bountiful Overtures of Plenty. Nor can we think he was so silly, as not to rise in his Temptations, from the less unto the greater. Who, when he could not corrupt our Saviour by all the Misery's of Want, did now At last attempt to do it by the bountiful Overtures of Plenty. Nor can we think he was so silly, as not to rise in his Temptations, from the less unto the greater. q-crq, c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi po12 n1 p-acp d dt ng1 pp-f vvb, vdd av p-acp ord n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. ccx vmb pns12 vvb pns31 vbds av j, c-acp xx p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt av-dc p-acp dt jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 473
2279 It being for nothing but his Subtilty, in conjunction with his Malice, that He is call'd The Old Serpent; And is said by St. Iohn, to have deceiv'd the whole World. And if the Children of this World are wiser in their kind (as our Saviour says they are) than the Children of Light, How much more is their Father, who for the Power of his working, It being for nothing but his Subtlety, in conjunction with his Malice, that He is called The Old Serpent; And is said by Saint John, to have deceived the Whole World. And if the Children of this World Are Wiser in their kind (as our Saviour Says they Are) than the Children of Light, How much more is their Father, who for the Power of his working, pn31 vbg p-acp pix cc-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz vvn dt j n1; cc vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp vhb vvn dt j-jn n1. cc cs dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr jc p-acp po32 j (p-acp po12 n1 vvz pns32 vbr) cs dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq d dc vbz po32 n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 473
2280 and Success of his Policy, is called sometimes The Prince, and once The God of this World? Nor is it certainly for Nothing, that The Devil has in Scripture such glorious Titles. For if we consider the world of men, who are divided in their Affections 'twixt Christ and Satan, we shall find by their Actions, (the best Interpreters of their Hearts ) that the Territories of Satan are much the greater. and Success of his Policy, is called sometime The Prince, and once The God of this World? Nor is it Certainly for Nothing, that The devil has in Scripture such glorious Titles. For if we Consider the world of men, who Are divided in their Affections betwixt christ and Satan, we shall find by their Actions, (the best Interpreters of their Hearts) that the Territories of Satan Are much the greater. cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz vvn av dt n1, cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? ccx vbz pn31 av-j p-acp pix, cst dt n1 vhz p-acp n1 d j n2. c-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1 cc np1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, (dt js n2 pp-f po32 n2) cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-d dt jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 474
2281 Our Saviour tells us of a Broad way which leadeth to Destruction, and many there be that go in thereat; Our Saviour tells us of a Broad Way which leads to Destruction, and many there be that go in thereat; po12 n1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc d pc-acp vbi cst vvb p-acp av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 474
2282 whereas (in comparison,) the way to Life is but Narrow, and They that go thither (he saith) are few. And therefore Those unclean Spirits which are expressed by St. Paul to be the Spirits now working in the Children of Disobedience, are but little after call'd by the same Apostle, The Principalities, and the Powers, and (which is more) NONLATINALPHABET, the Rulers of this World. whereas (in comparison,) the Way to Life is but Narrow, and They that go thither (he Says) Are few. And Therefore Those unclean Spirits which Are expressed by Saint Paul to be the Spirits now working in the Children of Disobedience, Are but little After called by the same Apostle, The Principalities, and the Powers, and (which is more), the Rulers of this World. cs (p-acp n1,) dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp j, cc pns32 cst vvb av (pns31 vvz) vbr d. cc av d j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr p-acp j c-acp vvn p-acp dt d n1, dt n2, cc dt n2, cc (r-crq vbz av-dc), dt n2 pp-f d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 324 Page 474
2283 § 2. That thus it is, the Scripture tells us. But some may wonder that thus it should be. § 2. That thus it is, the Scripture tells us. But Some may wonder that thus it should be. § crd cst av pn31 vbz, dt n1 vvz pno12. p-acp d vmb vvi cst av pn31 vmd vbi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 474
2284 What may therefore be the reason, why so few should fight manfully under the Banner of our Saviour, who therefore said truly, His Kingdom is not of this World, And so many under Satan 's, who thence is said to be the Ruler, and the God of this world? It cannot be because God is more unwilling to be obey'd, What may Therefore be the reason, why so few should fight manfully under the Banner of our Saviour, who Therefore said truly, His Kingdom is not of this World, And so many under Satan is, who thence is said to be the Ruler, and the God of this world? It cannot be Because God is more unwilling to be obeyed, q-crq vmb av vbi dt n1, uh-crq av d vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq av vvd av-j, po31 n1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc av d p-acp np1 vbz, r-crq av vbz vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1? pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp np1 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvd, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2285 and belov'd by his People, than Satan is. and Beloved by his People, than Satan is. cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, cs np1 vbz. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2286 Nor can it be because God did make it necessary for Satan, to have a greater success in the World than Christ. Nor can it be Because God did make it necessary for Satan, to have a greater success in the World than christ. ccx vmb pn31 vbi c-acp np1 vdd vvi pn31 j p-acp np1, pc-acp vhi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2287 Nor can it be because God is more delighted in the Damnation, than the Salvation of his Creatures. (He would not fo gratifie the Prince of Darkness; Nor can it be Because God is more delighted in the Damnation, than the Salvation of his Creatures. (He would not foe gratify the Prince of Darkness; ccx vmb pn31 vbi c-acp np1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (pns31 vmd xx p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2288 nor could his Mercy have been then over all his Works.) Nor can it be because Satan is of more strength than the Almighty, nor could his Mercy have been then over all his Works.) Nor can it be Because Satan is of more strength than the Almighty, ccx vmd po31 n1 vhb vbn cs p-acp d po31 vvz.) ccx vmb pn31 vbi c-acp np1 vbz pp-f av-dc n1 cs dt j-jn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2289 or more powerful to corrupt, than God to purifie. For could it consist with God's oeconomy, to work on our Wills by That Omnipotence, by which the Wind and the Fire and the Sea obey him, we should not be in a capacity to break his Praecepts; or more powerful to corrupt, than God to purify. For could it consist with God's economy, to work on our Wills by That Omnipotence, by which the Wind and the Fire and the Sea obey him, we should not be in a capacity to break his Precepts; cc av-dc j p-acp j, cs np1 p-acp vvb. c-acp vmd pn31 vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp cst n1, p-acp r-crq dt vvb cc dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb pno31, pns12 vmd xx vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2290 we should act only as natural, spontaneous Agents; we should act only as natural, spontaneous Agents; pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp j, j n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2291 and do our Duties as the Stones do, in tending downwards. Whereas having made us an other Thing, to wit a rational sort of Creatures, and do our Duties as the Stones do, in tending downwards. Whereas having made us an other Thing, to wit a rational sort of Creatures, cc vdb po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 vdb, p-acp vvg av-j. cs vhg vvn pno12 dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 475
2292 and that in viâ; not yet arriv'd at our Journeys end, but in a Tendency from Earth, either to Heaven, or to Hell; not indefectibly good, like the Spirits in Heaven, nor consummately evil, like those in Hell, but as it were NONLATINALPHABET, in the Skirts, or the Confines betwixt them Both; and that in viâ; not yet arrived At our Journeys end, but in a Tendency from Earth, either to Heaven, or to Hell; not indefectibly good, like the Spirits in Heaven, nor consummately evil, like those in Hell, but as it were, in the Skirts, or the Confines betwixt them Both; cc d p-acp fw-la; xx av vvn p-acp po12 n2 vvi, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; xx av-j j, av-j dt n2 p-acp n1, ccx av-j j-jn, av-j d p-acp n1, p-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 p-acp pno32 d; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 476
2293 to wit inclinable to evil, and also capable of good; does therefore work upon our Wills in a congruous manner; to wit inclinable to evil, and also capable of good; does Therefore work upon our Wills in a congruous manner; pc-acp vvi j p-acp n-jn, cc av j pp-f j; vdz av vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 476
2294 in such a manner as is agreeable with the nature we are of, and with the condition we are in. Does not press us by any force to list our selves in his Army; But freely leaves us our option, either to be Royalists, or Rebels to him. in such a manner as is agreeable with the nature we Are of, and with the condition we Are in. Does not press us by any force to list our selves in his Army; But freely leaves us our option, either to be Royalists, or Rebels to him. p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr pp-f, cc p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp. vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp av-j vvz pno12 po12 n1, av-d pc-acp vbi n2, cc n2 p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 476
2295 Nor can it derogate from his Goodness, that he leaves it in our power to be rebellious; because he gives us sufficient Grace, whereby he enables us to obey. It is not therefore by a Fatality that Satan has got so many Soldiers; Nor can it derogate from his goodness, that he leaves it in our power to be rebellious; Because he gives us sufficient Grace, whereby he enables us to obey. It is not Therefore by a Fatality that Satan has god so many Soldiers; ccx vmb pn31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j; c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb. pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn av d n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 476
2296 but by the voluntary Defection of such as serve him. but by the voluntary Defection of such as serve him. cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d c-acp vvi pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 476
2297 Who cannot say that the Tempter does irresistibly debauch them, though with the Vanities of the World he does assault them from without, and with the Treacheries of the Flesh he does surprise them from within. For the Devil's very utmost is but to tempt us. Who cannot say that the Tempter does irresistibly debauch them, though with the Vanities of the World he does assault them from without, and with the Treacheries of the Flesh he does surprise them from within. For the Devil's very utmost is but to tempt us. q-crq vmbx vvi cst dt n1 vdz av-j vvi pno32, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp p-acp, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp a-acp. p-acp dt n1|vbz j j vbz p-acp p-acp vvb pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 476
2298 And let the matter of Temptation be what it will, whether Honour, or Disgrace, whether Pain, or Pleasure, whether Frights, or Flatteries, whether want, or superfluity, or even the same in the Text wherewith he tempted our Blessed Saviour, [ All the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; And let the matter of Temptation be what it will, whither Honour, or Disgrace, whither Pain, or Pleasure, whither Frights, or Flatteries, whither want, or superfluity, or even the same in the Text wherewith he tempted our Blessed Saviour, [ All the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, cs vvb, cc n1, cs n1, cc n1, cs vvz, cc n2, cs vvb, cc n1, cc av dt d p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd po12 j-vvn n1, [ d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 477
2299 ] Yet because by all These he can but solicite, and intice us, we cannot say he does ravish, but court our Wills. ] Yet Because by all These he can but solicit, and entice us, we cannot say he does ravish, but court our Wills. ] av c-acp p-acp d d pns31 vmb p-acp vvi, cc vvb pno12, pns12 vmbx vvi pns31 vdz vvi, p-acp vvb po12 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 477
2300 'Tis true, the Devil is represented by many terrible Appellations throughout the Scriptures; It's true, the devil is represented by many terrible Appellations throughout the Scriptures; pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 477
2301 as that of Abaddon, and Apollyon, a Murderer from the Beginning, a Lyon, and a Red Dragon, a Roaring Lyon, and a Serpent. And in one respect or other he is indeed each of These. as that of Abaddon, and Apollyon, a Murderer from the Beginning, a lion, and a Read Dragon, a Roaring lion, and a Serpent. And in one respect or other he is indeed each of These. c-acp d pp-f np1, cc np1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1, dt vvg n1, cc dt n1. cc p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn pns31 vbz av d pp-f d. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 477
2302 But yet he carrys away the Wills and Assents of men, not as a Lyon, only by Strength; nor as a Roaring one, by Rapacity; but rather as a Serpent, by Circumvention. But yet he carrys away the Wills and Assents of men, not as a lion, only by Strength; nor as a Roaring one, by Rapacity; but rather as a Serpent, by Circumvention. p-acp av pns31 vvz av dt n2 cc vvz pp-f n2, xx p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp n1; ccx p-acp dt vvg crd, p-acp n1; p-acp av-c p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 325 Page 477
2303 § 3. Now then let us return to see how the Argument will go on; (having seen enough already, upon what foot it stands, § 3. Now then let us return to see how the Argument will go on; (having seen enough already, upon what foot it Stands, § crd av av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp; (vhg vvn av-d av, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vvz, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 477
2304 and put a Block out of the way too, at which too many are wont to stumble;) can we imagin it to be likely, that the old experienced Serpent, the subtlest Creature under Heaven, could be so stupid and obtuse in the Art of Mischief, and put a Block out of the Way too, At which too many Are wont to Stumble;) can we imagine it to be likely, that the old experienced Serpent, the subtlest Creature under Heaven, could be so stupid and obtuse in the Art of Mischief, cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 av, p-acp r-crq av d vbr j pc-acp vvi;) vmb pns12 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi j, cst dt j j-vvn n1, dt js n1 p-acp n1, vmd vbi av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 477
2305 as to employ his chief strength upon a Design of less importance, and to reserve his weakest force for his very last Onset, or Assault? At first he tempted our Blessed Saviour to nothing else but Distrust; and therefore only made use of his being hungry, (v. 3.) Next he tempted him to Praesumption, which is the opposite Provocation; as to employ his chief strength upon a Design of less importance, and to reserve his Weakest force for his very last Onset, or Assault? At First he tempted our Blessed Saviour to nothing Else but Distrust; and Therefore only made use of his being hungry, (v. 3.) Next he tempted him to Presumption, which is the opposite Provocation; c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dc n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 js vvb p-acp po31 j vvi np1-n, cc vvi? p-acp ord pns31 vvd po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp pix av cc-acp vvb; cc av av-j vvn n1 pp-f po31 vbg j, (n1 crd) ord pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2306 and thought it enough for that Effect, to put him in mind of his Praerogative, (v. 6.) But now at last he runs higher, and Thought it enough for that Effect, to put him in mind of his Prerogative, (v. 6.) But now At last he runs higher, cc vvd pn31 av-d p-acp d vvb, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (n1 crd) p-acp av p-acp ord pns31 vvz jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2307 and seeks to bribe the most righteous Iudge to the greatest unworthiness in the World, an Idolizing the unworthiest of all his Creatures. and seeks to bribe the most righteous Judge to the greatest unworthiness in the World, an Idolizing the Unworthiest of all his Creatures. cc vvz pc-acp vvi dt ds j n1 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, dt vvg dt js pp-f d po31 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2308 He knew that Christ was the Son of God, because he heard him so declared by God the Father, (Chap. 3. v. 17.) He also knew the Son of God to be God the Son too. He knew that christ was the Son of God, Because he herd him so declared by God the Father, (Chap. 3. v. 17.) He also knew the Son of God to be God the Son too. pns31 vvd cst np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvd pno31 av vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, (np1 crd n1 crd) pns31 av vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi np1 dt n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2309 And he knew that God the Son was even the Wisdom of the Father. And he knew that God the Son was even the Wisdom of the Father. cc pns31 vvd cst np1 dt n1 vbds av dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2310 And when he would tempt Wisdom it self to Idolize the very Tempter, he could not but know he was to use the highest Allective to be imagin'd. And when he would tempt Wisdom it self to Idolise the very Tempter, he could not but know he was to use the highest Allective to be imagined. cc c-crq pns31 vmd vvi n1 pn31 n1 pc-acp vvb dt j n1, pns31 vmd xx cc-acp vvb pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi dt av-js j pc-acp vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2311 Which by what other means should he hope to do, than by taking up our Lord to an exceeding high Mountain, shewing him there, Which by what other means should he hope to do, than by taking up our Lord to an exceeding high Mountain, showing him there, r-crq p-acp r-crq j-jn n2 vmd pns31 vvi pc-acp vdi, cs p-acp vvg a-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg j n1, vvg pno31 a-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 478
2312 as in a Synopsis, All the Kingdoms of the World, with the Glory of them, and then by making this lusty Proffer, All These will I give thee, as in a Synopsis, All the Kingdoms of the World, with the Glory of them, and then by making this lusty Proffer, All These will I give thee, c-acp p-acp dt n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc av p-acp vvg d j n1, d d vmb pns11 vvi pno21, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 479
2313 if thou wilt fall down and worship me? if thou wilt fallen down and worship me? cs pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11? (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 326 Page 479
2314 § 4. This then does lead us to see the reason, why 'tis said by St. Paul, That the love of mony is the Root of all Evil. And why by St. Iames, Go to now ye rich men, weep and howl for the Miseries that shall come upon you. § 4. This then does led us to see the reason, why it's said by Saint Paul, That the love of money is the Root of all Evil. And why by Saint James, Go to now you rich men, weep and howl for the Misery's that shall come upon you. § crd np1 av vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d np1 cc q-crq p-acp n1 np1, vvb p-acp av pn22 j n2, vvb cc vvb p-acp dt ng1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2315 And why 'tis said by our Saviour (of whom we believe that he shall come to be our Judge,) Wo to you that are Rich, And why it's said by our Saviour (of whom we believe that he shall come to be our Judge,) Woe to you that Are Rich, cc c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 (pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb cst pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi po12 n1,) n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2316 for ye have received your Consolation. Wo to you that are full, for ye shall hunger. for you have received your Consolation. Woe to you that Are full, for you shall hunger. c-acp pn22 vhb vvd po22 n1. n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j, c-acp pn22 vmb n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2317 Wo to you that laugh, for ye shall mourn and weep. Woe to you that laugh, for you shall mourn and weep. n1 p-acp pn22 cst vvb, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2318 And why 'twas said by the Spanish Friar, That Few Potentates go to Hell, because (comparatively speaking,) they All are but Few. And why 'twas said by the Spanish Friar, That Few Potentates go to Hell, Because (comparatively speaking,) they All Are but Few. cc c-crq pn31|vbds vvn p-acp dt jp n1, cst d n2 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp (av-j vvg,) pns32 d vbr p-acp d. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2319 And why we vowed in our Baptism to fight manfully under Christ's Banner, as well against the World, as the Flesh, and the Devil. And why we vowed in our Baptism to fight manfully under Christ's Banner, as well against the World, as the Flesh, and the devil. cc c-crq pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2320 And why we pray in our publick Litany, not only In all Time of our Tribulation, of Lightning and Tempest, of Plague, Pestilence, And why we pray in our public Litany, not only In all Time of our Tribulation, of Lightning and Tempest, of Plague, Pestilence, cc q-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 j n1, xx av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1, n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2321 and Famine, of Battle, and Murder, and suddain Death; and Famine, of Battle, and Murder, and sudden Death; cc n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 479
2322 But (as a Danger, if not a Mischief, as great as either,) In all Time of our WEALTH, Good Lord deliver us. But (as a Danger, if not a Mischief, as great as either,) In all Time of our WEALTH, Good Lord deliver us. p-acp (c-acp dt n1, cs xx dt n1, c-acp j c-acp d,) p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, j n1 vvb pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 480
2323 Nor can we render a better reason, (as long as Charity sits as Iudge, ) why so many who have been placed upon exceeding high Mountains, (a great deal higher even than That on which the Devil here placed our Blessed Saviour,) from whence they could not only see, but injoy the Kingdoms of the Earth, Nor can we render a better reason, (as long as Charity sits as Judge,) why so many who have been placed upon exceeding high Mountains, (a great deal higher even than That on which the devil Here placed our Blessed Saviour,) from whence they could not only see, but enjoy the Kingdoms of the Earth, ccx vmb pns12 vvi dt jc n1, (c-acp av-j c-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1,) c-crq av d r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp vvg j n2, (dt j n1 av-jc av cs cst p-acp r-crq dt n1 av vvn po12 j-vvn n1,) p-acp c-crq pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi, p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 480
2324 and the Glory of them, have gladly laid down those Kingdoms, and divorc'd themselves from those Glories, and the Glory of them, have gladly laid down those Kingdoms, and divorced themselves from those Glories, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, vhb av-j vvn a-acp d n2, cc vvn px32 p-acp d n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 480
2325 as having known them by sad experience, to be but exquisite Temptations, and pleasant Snares. as having known them by sad experience, to be but exquisite Temptations, and pleasant Snares. c-acp vhg vvn pno32 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp j n2, cc j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 327 Page 480
2326 § 5. But here I would not be so mistaken, as our Lord was by his Disciples, § 5. But Here I would not be so mistaken, as our Lord was by his Disciples, § crd p-acp av pns11 vmd xx vbi av vvn, c-acp po12 n1 vbds p-acp po31 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 480
2327 when he pronounced it impossible for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God. when he pronounced it impossible for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God. c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 480
2328 For when I say that worldly Greatness is one of the Devil's most cogent Engines, whereby to batter down the Castle or Soul of Man, I am far from implying 'tis irresistible. Though I argue that the Devil is then the greatest Poliorxetick, (as Soldiers word it) when he lays Siege to a man's Soul with All the Kingdoms of the Earth; For when I say that worldly Greatness is one of the Devil's most cogent Engines, whereby to batter down the Castle or Soul of Man, I am Far from implying it's irresistible. Though I argue that the devil is then the greatest Poliorxetick, (as Soldiers word it) when he lays Siege to a Man's Soul with All the Kingdoms of the Earth; c-acp c-crq pns11 vvb cst j n1 vbz pi pp-f dt n1|vbz av-ds j n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vbm av-j p-acp vvg pn31|vbz j. cs pns11 vvb cst dt n1 vbz av dt js j, (c-acp n2 n1 pn31) c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 480
2329 yet can it not therefore be deny'd, but that we may beat him out of his Trenches, through him that strengthneth us; yet can it not Therefore be denied, but that we may beatrice him out of his Trenches, through him that strengtheneth us; av vmb pn31 xx av vbb vvn, cc-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n2, p-acp pno31 cst vvz pno12; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 481
2330 and that (as He did,) with an NONLATINALPHABET, get thee hence Satan. Honour and Riches are but Temptations; and Temptations in Themselves are but Things Indifferent; which, accordingly as they are us'd, do administer a Nourishment to Vice, or Vertue. Just as the very same Sword is of it self apt to serve to the most contrary Effects; and that (as He did,) with an, get thee hence Satan. Honour and Riches Are but Temptations; and Temptations in Themselves Are but Things Indifferent; which, accordingly as they Are used, do administer a Nourishment to Vice, or Virtue. Just as the very same Sword is of it self apt to serve to the most contrary Effects; cc d (c-acp pns31 vdd,) p-acp dt, vvb pno21 av np1. n1 cc n2 vbr p-acp n2; cc n2 p-acp px32 vbr p-acp n2 j; r-crq, av-vvg c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1. j p-acp dt j d n1 vbz pp-f pn31 n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-ds j-jn n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 481
2331 as well to punish, as to protect the Guilty; and either to defend, or to kill the Innocent. as well to Punish, as to Pact the Guilty; and either to defend, or to kill the Innocent. c-acp av p-acp vvi, a-acp p-acp vvb dt j; cc d p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb dt j-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 481
2332 And thus the same Meat and Drink, as it meets with an immoderate, or sober Appetite, serves for the Mischief of a Surfeit, or for a necessary Refection. The strength of a Temptation, as it does in part lessen the Sinner's Guilt, when yielded to, and comply'd with; And thus the same Meat and Drink, as it meets with an immoderate, or Sobrium Appetite, serves for the Mischief of a Surfeit, or for a necessary Refection. The strength of a Temptation, as it does in part lessen the Sinner's Gilded, when yielded to, and complied with; cc av dt d n1 cc vvb, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j, cc j n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp n1 vvi dt ng1 j-vvn, c-crq vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 481
2333 so does it heighten the vertue too, when victoriously resisted. And as the Angels who fell from a state of Innocence and Bliss, were the less capable of rising, in that they fell without a Tempter; so the Angels who never fell, are the less capable of the Coronets which Virgins and Martyrs shall wear in Heaven, so does it heighten the virtue too, when victoriously resisted. And as the Angels who fell from a state of Innocence and Bliss, were the less capable of rising, in that they fell without a Tempter; so the Angels who never fell, Are the less capable of the Coronets which Virgins and Martyrs shall wear in Heaven, av vdz pn31 vvb dt n1 av, c-crq av-j vvn. cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbdr dt av-dc j pp-f vvg, p-acp cst pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1; av dt n2 r-crq av-x vvd, vbr dt av-dc j pp-f dt n2 r-crq n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 481
2334 because they are pure, and impassive, and so exempted by God Almighty from the Dignity and Privilege of suffering for him. Because they Are pure, and impassive, and so exempted by God Almighty from the Dignity and Privilege of suffering for him. c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc av vvn p-acp np1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 482
2335 This then (we must confess) is the great Benefit of Temptations, (to give our Enemies their Due,) that by resisting them to the end, we manfully fight under Christ's Banner, conform our selves to his Example, and suffer for his sake, This then (we must confess) is the great Benefit of Temptations, (to give our Enemies their Endue,) that by resisting them to the end, we manfully fight under Christ's Banner, conform our selves to his Exampl, and suffer for his sake, np1 av (pns12 vmb vvi) vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, (pc-acp vvi po12 n2 po32 n-jn,) cst p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns12 av-j vvi p-acp npg1 n1, vvb po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 482
2336 as He for ours. In which respect (no doubt) it was, (as before I noted) that St. Iames began his Epistle with this remarkable Exhortation, Brethren count it all Ioy when ye fall into divers Temptations. as He for ours. In which respect (no doubt) it was, (as before I noted) that Saint James began his Epistle with this remarkable Exhortation, Brothers count it all Joy when you fallen into diverse Temptations. c-acp pns31 p-acp png12. p-acp r-crq n1 (dx n1) pn31 vbds, (c-acp a-acp pns11 vvd) cst n1 np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp d j n1, n2 vvb pn31 d n1 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 482
2337 Some may wonder at the Expression, and think it impious, that at the instant in which we pray, lead us not into Temptation, we should be glad of those things we daily deprecate. But St. Iames does there speak touching proportionable Temptations, such as are not above our strength; and are not for the staggering, but for the trial of our Faith. Now the Trial of our Faith worketh Patience, and Patience breeds Hope, and Hope maketh not ashamed. some may wonder At the Expression, and think it impious, that At the instant in which we pray, led us not into Temptation, we should be glad of those things we daily deprecate. But Saint James does there speak touching proportionable Temptations, such as Are not above our strength; and Are not for the staggering, but for the trial of our Faith. Now the Trial of our Faith works Patience, and Patience breeds Hope, and Hope makes not ashamed. d vmb vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pn31 j, cst p-acp dt n-jn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, vvb pno12 xx p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f d n2 pns12 av-j j. p-acp n1 np1 vdz a-acp vvi vvg j n2, d c-acp vbr xx p-acp po12 n1; cc vbr xx p-acp dt vvg, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz n1, cc n1 vvz n1, cc n1 vvz xx j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 482
2338 Again, The Trial of our Faith shall be found unto praise, and honour, and glory, at the blessed Appearance of Iesus Christ. Again, The Trial of our Faith shall be found unto praise, and honour, and glory, At the blessed Appearance of Iesus christ. av, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 482
2339 If Christ himself had not been tempted with all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them, yea and afterwards too with Disgrace, and Torment, and Death it self, How then could he have led Captivity Captive? but for Injuries, and Pains, where were our Fortitude, and Patience? were it not for all sorts of forbidden Fruit, where were Continence, and Sobriety, and all other Abstinencies from Evil? were it not for Wealth and Plenty, where were Munificence, and Works of Mercy? where the Victories of Meekness, and Moderation, if there were no such thing as Glory, and worldly Greatness? Yea but for Danger, Destruction, and Death it self, how should we come by our Immortality? Our Saviour therefore, If christ himself had not been tempted with all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them, yea and afterwards too with Disgrace, and Torment, and Death it self, How then could he have led Captivity Captive? but for Injuries, and Pains, where were our Fortitude, and Patience? were it not for all sorts of forbidden Fruit, where were Continence, and Sobriety, and all other Abstinences from Evil? were it not for Wealth and Plenty, where were Munificence, and Works of Mercy? where the Victories of Meekness, and Moderation, if there were no such thing as Glory, and worldly Greatness? Yea but for Danger, Destruction, and Death it self, how should we come by our Immortality? Our Saviour Therefore, cs np1 px31 vhn xx vbp vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, uh cc av av p-acp n1, cc vvb, cc n1 pn31 n1, c-crq av vmd pns31 vhb vvn n1 j-jn? p-acp p-acp n2, cc n2, c-crq vbdr po12 n1, cc n1? vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d n2 pp-f vvn n1, c-crq vbdr n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n2 p-acp j-jn? vbdr pn31 xx p-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq vbdr n1, cc vvz pp-f n1? c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cs pc-acp vbdr dx d n1 c-acp n1, cc j n1? uh p-acp p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 pn31 n1, c-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n1? po12 n1 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 483
2340 when he compar'd a rich man's Entrance into Heaven, with the Entrance of a Camel through the Eye of a Needle, did not speak of a natural, but of a moral Impossibility. when he compared a rich Man's Entrance into Heaven, with the Entrance of a Camel through the Eye of a Needle, did not speak of a natural, but of a moral Impossibility. c-crq pns31 vvn dt j ng1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vdd xx vvi pp-f dt j, p-acp pp-f dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 483
2341 For wealthy Abraham went to Heaven, as well as poor forsaken Lazarus. And therefore St. Mark does very fitly, (not only translate, but) explain St. Matthew; saying, How hard; not, how Impossible; Nor for them that have Riches, For wealthy Abraham went to Heaven, as well as poor forsaken Lazarus. And Therefore Saint Mark does very fitly, (not only translate, but) explain Saint Matthew; saying, How hard; not, how Impossible; Nor for them that have Riches, p-acp j np1 vvd p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp j j-vvn np1. cc av n1 vvb vdz av av-j, (xx av-j vvi, p-acp) vvi n1 np1; vvg, c-crq j; xx, c-crq j; ccx p-acp pno32 d vhb n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 483
2342 but for them that trust in them, to enter into the Kingdom of God? And this may competently serve to keep the Richest out of Despair. but for them that trust in them, to enter into the Kingdom of God? And this may competently serve to keep the Richest out of Despair. cc-acp p-acp pno32 d vvb p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? cc d vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt js av pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 328 Page 484
2343 § 6. Yet even This Alleviation may serve to keep them from Praesumption, and make them humble; because 'tis hard to have Riches, § 6. Yet even This Alleviation may serve to keep them from Presumption, and make them humble; Because it's hard to have Riches, § crd av av d n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 j; c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp vhb n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 484
2344 and not to trust in them. and not to trust in them. cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 484
2345 Nor is there any one Thing (that I am able at least to think of) throughout the Gospel, against which we are admonish'd, praepar'd, Nor is there any one Thing (that I am able At least to think of) throughout the Gospel, against which we Are admonished, prepared, ccx vbz pc-acp d crd n1 (cst pns11 vbm j p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pp-f) p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvd, vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 484
2346 and arm'd, with greater store either of explicit, or implicit warnings. When an ingenuous young Ruler, whom Jesus lov'd, came to inquire after Eternity, and after the Means of its Attainment, there was not any thing but his Possessions, which seem'd to stand betwixt Him, and Heaven. For when his Oracle had told him, He must sell all he had, and armed, with greater store either of explicit, or implicit Warnings. When an ingenuous young Ruler, whom jesus loved, Come to inquire After Eternity, and After the Means of its Attainment, there was not any thing but his Possessions, which seemed to stand betwixt Him, and Heaven. For when his Oracle had told him, He must fell all he had, cc vvn, p-acp jc n1 d pp-f j, cc j n2-vvg. c-crq dt j j n1, ro-crq np1 vvd, vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbds xx d n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc n1. c-acp c-crq po31 n1 vhd vvn pno31, pns31 vmb vvi d pns31 vhd, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 484
2347 and distribute unto the Poor, he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved. So great and real is the misery of too much Happiness upon Earth. and distribute unto the Poor, he was sad At that saying, and went away grieved. So great and real is the misery of too much Happiness upon Earth. cc vvi p-acp dt j, pns31 vbds j p-acp cst vvg, cc vvd av vvn. av j cc j vbz dt n1 pp-f av d n1 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 484
2348 Had he been worth but two Mites, he would (no doubt) have parted with them (as the poor Widow did) for a Treasure in Heaven. And That was promis'd by our Saviour, in the very same Breath, in which he was exhorted to sell all he had. Had he been worth but two Mites, he would (no doubt) have parted with them (as the poor Widow did) for a Treasure in Heaven. And That was promised by our Saviour, in the very same Breath, in which he was exhorted to fell all he had. vhd pns31 vbn j p-acp crd n2, pns31 vmd (dx n1) vhb vvn p-acp pno32 (c-acp dt j n1 vdd) p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. cc cst vbds vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt av d n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d pns31 vhd. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2349 But, however such a Praecept could not be possibly so heavy, as not to be made exceeding light by such a Promise as was annext; But, however such a Precept could not be possibly so heavy, as not to be made exceeding Light by such a Promise as was annexed; p-acp, c-acp d dt n1 vmd xx vbi av-j av j, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn vvg j p-acp d dt vvb a-acp vbds vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2350 Yet such a dangerous thing it is to have the Friendship of this World, by injoying all the Pleasures which Power and Plenty can purchase for us, that the Treasure in Heaven was but of cold signification, Yet such a dangerous thing it is to have the Friendship of this World, by enjoying all the Pleasures which Power and Plenty can purchase for us, that the Treasure in Heaven was but of cold signification, av d dt j n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp vvg d dt n2 r-crq n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 vbds cc-acp pp-f j-jn n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2351 and he was sad at That Saying, that he must sell all he had. Eternal Happiness in Reversion was but a Melancholick thing, and he was sad At That Saying, that he must fell all he had. Eternal Happiness in Reversion was but a Melancholic thing, cc pns31 vbds j p-acp cst vvg, cst pns31 vmb vvi d pns31 vhd. j n1 p-acp n1 vbds p-acp dt j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2352 when only promised on condition of being merciful to the Poor. The Expression of St. Luke is short and pithy on that Occasion; when only promised on condition of being merciful to the Poor. The Expression of Saint Luke is short and pithy on that Occasion; c-crq av-j vvd p-acp n1 pp-f vbg j p-acp dt j. dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbz j cc j p-acp d n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2353 He was very sorrowful, for he was very Rich. And from That Single Instance our Lord took occasion to say in General, He was very sorrowful, for he was very Rich. And from That Single Instance our Lord took occasion to say in General, pns31 vbds av j, c-acp pns31 vbds j np1 cc p-acp d j n1 po12 n1 vvd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2354 and of All, How hardly shall they that have Riches, enter into the Kingdom of God? Let the Persons be who they will, Great and Rich, and of All, How hardly shall they that have Riches, enter into the Kingdom of God? Let the Persons be who they will, Great and Rich, cc pp-f d, c-crq av vmb pns32 cst vhb n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vvb dt n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, j cc j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2355 or Rich only, Rich and Prodigal, or Covetous, yet in case they Have Riches, their Case is difficult. or Rich only, Rich and Prodigal, or Covetous, yet in case they Have Riches, their Case is difficult. cc j av-j, j cc j-jn, cc j, av p-acp n1 pns32 vhb n2, po32 n1 vbz j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2356 They may be sav'd, but very hardly. Possibly they may, but with much ado: With very much strugling and striving to enter in at the strait Gate. They may be saved, but very hardly. Possibly they may, but with much ado: With very much struggling and striving to enter in At the strait Gate. pns32 vmb vbb vvn, cc-acp j av. av-j pns32 vmb, cc-acp p-acp d n1: p-acp av d vvg cc vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 485
2357 A man of great Bulk may possibly (though hardly ) be able to pass at a little Door, by a great deal of squeezing, A man of great Bulk may possibly (though hardly) be able to pass At a little Door, by a great deal of squeezing, dt n1 pp-f j n1 vmb av-j (cs av) vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 486
2358 and compression, and coarctation of himself, perhaps by rubbing off his Flesh, and by bruising some of his Bones. and compression, and coarctation of himself, perhaps by rubbing off his Flesh, and by bruising Some of his Bones. cc n1, cc n1 pp-f px31, av p-acp vvg a-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp vvg d pp-f po31 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 486
2359 And so a Camel may enter through the Eye of a Needle; But then the Beast must be burnt to Ashes, or cut at least into shreds and fitters, that one shred may enter before another, And so a Camel may enter through the Eye of a Needle; But then the Beast must be burned to Ashes, or Cut At least into shreds and fitters, that one shred may enter before Another, cc av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1; p-acp av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp ds p-acp n2 cc n2, cst crd vvb vmb vvi p-acp j-jn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 486
2360 and all may pass in the Conclusion. and all may pass in the Conclusion. cc d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 486
2361 A very cold degree of Comfort, not to be in any likelyhood, but in a bare Possibility of being sav'd. A very cold degree of Comfort, not to be in any likelihood, but in a bore Possibility of being saved. dt j j-jn n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vbg vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 329 Page 486
2362 § 8. It is enough to deterr us from being grieved at the loss, or overglad in the Injoyment of worldly Goods, That the good things of this World are apt to be Enemies to all that's Good. § 8. It is enough to deter us from being grieved At the loss, or overglad in the Enjoyment of worldly Goods, That the good things of this World Are apt to be Enemies to all that's Good. § crd pn31 vbz av-d p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2-j, cst dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp d cst|vbz j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 486
2363 They are often Enemies to Preaching; for the Deceitfulness of Riches choaks the Word, and makes the Hearer become unfruitful, (Matth. 13. 22.) They are usual Enemies to Praying; for you ask, and receive not, They Are often Enemies to Preaching; for the Deceitfulness of Riches chokes the Word, and makes the Hearer become unfruitful, (Matthew 13. 22.) They Are usual Enemies to Praying; for you ask, and receive not, pns32 vbr av n2 p-acp vvg; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvb j, (np1 crd crd) pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp vvg; p-acp pn22 vvb, cc vvb xx, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 486
2364 because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your Lusts, (James 4. 2.) They are common Enemies to Loyalty, and upright dealing; Because you ask amiss, that you may consume it upon your Lustiest, (James 4. 2.) They Are Common Enemies to Loyalty, and upright dealing; c-acp pn22 vvb av, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2, (np1 crd crd) pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp n1, cc j n-vvg; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 486
2365 for Iudas being Christ's Cash-keeper did quickly find his very Office became his Tempter. He did not stab, but sell his Master. for Iudas being Christ's cashkeeper did quickly find his very Office became his Tempter. He did not stab, but fell his Master. p-acp np1 vbg npg1 n1 vdd av-j vvi po31 j n1 vvd po31 n1. pns31 vdd xx vvi, p-acp vvb po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2366 Nor that out of malice, but love of mony. And when the Husbandmen of the Vineyard conspir'd to murder their Landlord's Heir, It was to this end alone, That the Inheritance might be Theirs, (Mark 12. 7.) Again the things of this World are general Enemies to Religion; to Religion in its practical and chiefest part; Nor that out of malice, but love of money. And when the Husbandmen of the Vineyard conspired to murder their Landlord's Heir, It was to this end alone, That the Inheritance might be Theirs, (Mark 12. 7.) Again the things of this World Are general Enemies to Religion; to Religion in its practical and chiefest part; ccx d av pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 ng1 n1, pn31 vbds p-acp d n1 av-j, cst dt n1 vmd vbi png32, (n1 crd crd) av dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j n2 p-acp n1; p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j cc js-jn n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2367 whose Truth and Purity does stand in This, That we keep our selves unspotted from the World; whose Truth and Purity does stand in This, That we keep our selves unspotted from the World; rg-crq n1 cc n1 vdz vvi p-acp d, cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 j p-acp dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2368 that is to say, from the Wealth, and Friendship, from the Luxuries, and the Lusts, that is to say, from the Wealth, and Friendship, from the Luxuries, and the Lustiest, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2369 and the Glories of it, ( Iames 1. 27.) Briefly, they are Enemies to the Eternal Salvation of Soul and Body. and the Glories of it, (James 1. 27.) Briefly, they Are Enemies to the Eternal Salvation of Soul and Body. cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, (np1 crd crd) av-j, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2370 For they that will be rich, fall into Temptation, and a Snare; For they that will be rich, fallen into Temptation, and a Snare; p-acp pns32 cst vmb vbi j, vvb p-acp n1, cc dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2371 into very many foolish and hurtful Lusts, which drown the Soul in Destruction and Perdition, (1 Tim. 6. 9.) Nor was it sure without Cause, that our Saviour made Dives the Repraesentative of the Damn'd. A man of Quality, into very many foolish and hurtful Lustiest, which drown the Soul in Destruction and Perdition, (1 Tim. 6. 9.) Nor was it sure without Cause, that our Saviour made Dives the Representative of the Damned. A man of Quality, p-acp av d j cc j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (vvd np1 crd crd) ccx vbds pn31 j p-acp n1, cst po12 n1 vvd vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2372 and Fortune, highly befriended by the World, cloath'd in Purple and fine Linnen, and faring sumptuously every day. and Fortune, highly befriended by the World, clothed in Purple and fine Linen, and faring sumptuously every day. cc n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp j-jn cc j n1, cc vvg av-j d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 487
2373 Which was so far from being a Narrative of any Particular man's Case, that I could never read of any whose name was Dives, much less that there was such in the time of Lazarus. Nor was Lazarus there meant of any Begger in particular, who lay full of Sores at the Rich man's Gate. Which was so Far from being a Narrative of any Particular Man's Case, that I could never read of any whose name was Dives, much less that there was such in the time of Lazarus. Nor was Lazarus there meant of any Beggar in particular, who lay full of Sores At the Rich Man's Gate. r-crq vbds av av-j p-acp vbg dt j-jn pp-f d j-jn ng1 n1, cst pns11 vmd av-x vvi pp-f d rg-crq n1 vbds np1, d dc d a-acp vbds d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. ccx vbds np1 a-acp vvd pp-f d n1 p-acp j, r-crq vvb j pp-f n2 p-acp dt j ng1 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2374 But all was spoken in a Parable, And that as 'twere on purpose to let us know, what kind of Voiagers more especially are bound for Heaven, and for Hell; and with what sorts of People they Both are aptest to be stock't: But all was spoken in a Parable, And that as 'twere on purpose to let us know, what kind of Voiagers more especially Are bound for Heaven, and for Hell; and with what sorts of People they Both Are aptest to be stocked: p-acp d vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d c-acp pn31|vbdr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, q-crq n1 pp-f n2 av-dc av-j vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; cc p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f n1 pns32 d vbr js pc-acp vbi vvn: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2375 to wit with poor Lazars, and wealthy Gluttons. Those Inhabitants of Heaven, as These of Hell. Again it teaches us how frequent and usual 'tis, to wit with poor Lazars, and wealthy Gluttons. Those Inhabitants of Heaven, as These of Hell. Again it Teaches us how frequent and usual it's, p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cc j n2. d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d pp-f n1. av pn31 vvz pno12 c-crq j cc j pn31|vbz, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2376 for every man to have his Portion of Pain, and Pleasure; either in This, or another Life. for every man to have his Portion of Pain, and Pleasure; either in This, or Another Life. c-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; av-d p-acp d, cc j-jn n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2377 His good things here, and his evil things hereafter; His good things Here, and his evil things hereafter; po31 j n2 av, cc po31 j-jn n2 av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2378 or his evil things now, and his good things then. For so said Abraham out of Heaven to the Rich man in Hell; or his evil things now, and his good things then. For so said Abraham out of Heaven to the Rich man in Hell; cc po31 j-jn n2 av, cc po31 j n2 av. c-acp av vvd np1 av pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2379 Son, remember that thou in thy life time receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things; But now he is comforted, and Thou art tormented. Son, Remember that thou in thy life time Received thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things; But now he is comforted, and Thou art tormented. n1, vvb cst pns21 p-acp po21 n1 n1 vvd2 po21 j n2, cc av np1 j-jn n2; cc-acp av pns31 vbz vvn, cc pns21 vb2r vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 488
2380 And when (agreably to this) our Blessed Lord denounc'd a Woe unto Them that were Rich, He gave this Reason, Because they had received their Consolation. They had already been possess'd of their Lot and Portion of Felicity. The Scales hereafter would be turn'd, And when (agreeably to this) our Blessed Lord denounced a Woe unto Them that were Rich, He gave this Reason, Because they had received their Consolation. They had already been possessed of their Lot and Portion of Felicity. The Scales hereafter would be turned, cc q-crq (av-j p-acp d) po12 j-vvn n1 vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbdr j, pns31 vvd d n1, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn po32 n1. pns32 vhd av vbn vvn pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. dt n2 av vmd vbi vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 489
2381 and the Scene quite chang'd, when They should have their full Share of Afflictions too. and the Scene quite changed, when They should have their full Share of Afflictions too. cc dt n1 av vvn, c-crq pns32 vmd vhi po32 j vvb pp-f n2 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 489
2382 And in this respect at least 'twas fitly said by those Voluptuaries, the Hectors of their Times in the Book of Wisdom; Let none of us go without his Part of Voluptuousness. And in this respect At least 'twas fitly said by those Voluptuaries, the Hectors of their Times in the Book of Wisdom; Let none of us go without his Part of Voluptuousness. cc p-acp d vvb p-acp ds pn31|vbds av-j vvn p-acp d n2, dt np2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; vvb pix pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 489
2383 Let us leave Tokens of our Ioyfulness in every Place: For this is our Portion, our Lot is This. Let us leave Tokens of our Joyfulness in every Place: For this is our Portion, our Lot is This. vvb pno12 vvi n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1: c-acp d vbz po12 n1, po12 n1 vbz d (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 330 Page 489
2384 § 9. Now the Reasons of this unhappiness, That the good things of this World are the goodliest Snares and Temptations, and such as our Adversary the Devil does put his chiefest Trust in, are these that follow. § 9. Now the Reasons of this unhappiness, That the good things of this World Are the Goodliest Snares and Temptations, and such as our Adversary the devil does put his chiefest Trust in, Are these that follow. § crd av dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vbr dt js n2 cc n2, cc d c-acp po12 n1 dt n1 vdz vvi po31 js-jn n1 p-acp, vbr d cst vvb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 331 Page 489
2385 First 'tis hard, in the use of Riches, to steer a safe and equal Course betwixt the Rock, and the Whirl-pool; Avarice on the one side, First it's hard, in the use of Riches, to steer a safe and equal Course betwixt the Rock, and the Whirlpool; Avarice on the one side, ord pn31|vbz j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 332 Page 489
2386 and Prodigality on the other. Very hard not to offend, either in laying up Riches, or at least in laying them out. and Prodigality on the other. Very heard not to offend, either in laying up Riches, or At least in laying them out. cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn. av vvd xx pc-acp vvi, av-d p-acp vvg a-acp n2, cc p-acp ds p-acp vvg pno32 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 332 Page 489
2387 § 10. As for the former, He whose Treasure is not his Slave, is clearly made a Slave by it; § 10. As for the former, He whose Treasure is not his Slave, is clearly made a Slave by it; § crd p-acp p-acp dt j, pns31 rg-crq n1 vbz xx po31 n1, vbz av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 490
2388 and is extremely more stupid than the Beast on which he rides, because he is ridden by a Beast, (that is to say,) by The NONLATINALPHABET, and is extremely more stupid than the Beast on which he rides, Because he is ridden by a Beast, (that is to say,) by The, cc vbz av-jn av-dc j cs dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi,) p-acp dt, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 490
2389 or Fourfooted Beast which reigns within him. He does not more possess his Riches, than he is possess'd by them; or Fourfooted Beast which reigns within him. He does not more possess his Riches, than he is possessed by them; cc j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno31. pns31 vdz xx av-dc vvb po31 n2, cs pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 490
2390 and may be called not improperly his Mammon's Mule. Our Lord ingeminated his Caveat against the Daughters of the Horse-Leech, as if 'twere That against which a Man could never be too much warn'd. and may be called not improperly his Mammon's Mule. Our Lord ingeminated his Caveat against the Daughters of the Horse-Leech, as if 'twere That against which a Man could never be too much warned. cc vmb vbi vvn xx av-j po31 npg1 n1. po12 n1 vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs pn31|vbdr d p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmd av-x vbi av av-d vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 490
2391 Take heed (saith He) and beware of Covetousness: NONLATINALPHABET, See, and be kept safe. Take heed, and take heed. Take heed (Says He) and beware of Covetousness:, See, and be kept safe. Take heed, and take heed. vvb n1 (vvz pns31) cc vvb pp-f n1:, vvb, cc vbi vvn j. vvb n1, cc vvb n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 490
2392 A thing which looks like a Battology, But is indeed nothing less; A thing which looks like a Battology, But is indeed nothing less; dt n1 r-crq vvz av-j dt n1, cc-acp vbz av pix av-dc; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 490
2393 a Caution purposely redoubled, for the securing us from an Affection which is the Root of all Evil. So very far is a man's life from consisting in the Abundance of the things which he possesseth, so very far from being able to add a Cubit to his Stature, a Minute to his Duration, or a Grain to his Contentment, that they give him a Poverty to be pitied, in that they make him not rich, towards God, or Himself. Rich towards God he cannot be, who layeth up Treasure for himself. a Caution purposely redoubled, for the securing us from an Affection which is the Root of all Evil. So very Far is a Man's life from consisting in the Abundance of the things which he Possesses, so very Far from being able to add a Cubit to his Stature, a Minute to his Duration, or a Grain to his Contentment, that they give him a Poverty to be pitied, in that they make him not rich, towards God, or Himself. Rich towards God he cannot be, who Layeth up Treasure for himself. dt n1 av vvn, p-acp dt vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d np1 av av av-j vbz dt ng1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, av av av-j p-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vvb pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx j, p-acp np1, cc px31. j p-acp np1 pns31 vmbx vbi, r-crq vvz a-acp n1 p-acp px31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 491
2394 No nor Rich towards Himself, who layeth it up for he-knows-net-whom; whether his Son, or his Son's Guardian, or for One who will be able to squeeze them Both. There being commonly one or other to whom the rest are but Spunges; nor can they tell either how soon, or by what kind of Hand they may all be squeez'd. No nor Rich towards Himself, who Layeth it up for he-knows-net-whom; whither his Son, or his Son's Guardian, or for One who will be able to squeeze them Both. There being commonly one or other to whom the rest Are but Sponges; nor can they tell either how soon, or by what kind of Hand they may all be squeezed. uh-dx ccx j p-acp px31, r-crq vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp j; cs po31 n1, cc po31 ng1 n1, cc p-acp crd r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp vvb pno32 d a-acp vbg av-j crd cc n-jn p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbr p-acp n2; ccx vmb pns32 vvi d c-crq av, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb d vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 491
2395 Now 'tis a very great Punishment, as well as Sin, for a man to bereave himself of Good, that no-body-knowswho may fare the better, Now it's a very great Punishment, as well as since, for a man to bereave himself of Good, that no-body-knowswho may fare the better, av pn31|vbz dt j j n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f j, cst j vmb vvi dt jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 491
2396 and as likely his Enemies, as his Friends. It was the Character of a Fool, which David gave of the Niggard, He heapeth up Riches, and cannot tell who shall gather them. And the Niggard (as I think) is the only man, on whom our Lord fastens the name of Fool. Dost thou talk of pulling down, and of building up, and of making provision for time to come? Thou fool! this Night thy Soul shall be required of thee. and as likely his Enemies, as his Friends. It was the Character of a Fool, which David gave of the Niggard, He heapeth up Riches, and cannot tell who shall gather them. And the Niggard (as I think) is the only man, on whom our Lord fastens the name of Fool. Dost thou talk of pulling down, and of building up, and of making provision for time to come? Thou fool! this Night thy Soul shall be required of thee. cc c-acp av-j po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq np1 vvd pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp n2, cc vmbx vvi r-crq vmb vvi pno32. cc dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vvb) vbz dt av-j n1, p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 vd2 pns21 vvi pp-f vvg a-acp, cc pp-f vvg a-acp, cc pp-f vvg n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi? pns21 n1! d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno21. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 491
2397 Then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided? Not thy Childrens perhaps, Then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided? Not thy Children's perhaps, cs r-crq vmb d n2 vbb r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn? xx po21 ng2 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 491
2398 but thy Children's Tyrants. Thy Riches are not in Their power, who are Themselves in the Power of somewhat else, either without them, or within them. but thy Children's Tyrants. Thy Riches Are not in Their power, who Are Themselves in the Power of somewhat Else, either without them, or within them. cc-acp po21 ng2 n2. po21 n2 vbr xx p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f av av, d p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2399 They have lost their Propriety in all their Legacies and Estates, if a Vespasian or a Copronymus shall chance to Rule them; They have lost their Propriety in all their Legacies and Estates, if a Vespasian or a Copronymus shall chance to Rule them; pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2, cs dt np1 cc dt np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2400 much more, if they shall live under the Tyranny of their Lusts. For if they pay Tribute to their Ambition, and Contributions to their Gluttony, and large Excise to their other Vices, such as is their childish dotage upon the Vanities and the Pomps and chargeable Customs of the World, (alas!) the main of their Revenue goes out in Taxes. For a man's own Lusts are the greatest Oppressors to be imagin'd. much more, if they shall live under the Tyranny of their Lusts. For if they pay Tribute to their Ambition, and Contributions to their Gluttony, and large Excise to their other Vices, such as is their childish dotage upon the Vanities and the Pomps and chargeable Customs of the World, (alas!) the main of their Revenue Goes out in Taxes. For a Man's own Lustiest Are the greatest Oppressors's to be imagined. av-d av-dc, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 np1 c-acp cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2, d c-acp vbz po32 j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, (uh!) dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvz av p-acp n2. p-acp dt ng1 d vvz vbr dt js ng2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2401 Besides, A man's * Enemies commonly are they of his own House. Beside, A Man's * Enemies commonly Are they of his own House. p-acp, dt ng1 * n2 av-j vbr pns32 pp-f po31 d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2402 Even the Fruit of his Body is the fullest of bitterness to his Soul. The more he heapeth up Treasure, in Intuition of his Children, the more he tempts them to be his Enemies, if They at least may be thought Enemies, who do not only wish his Death, Even the Fruit of his Body is the Fullest of bitterness to his Soul. The more he heapeth up Treasure, in Intuition of his Children, the more he tempts them to be his Enemies, if They At least may be Thought Enemies, who do not only wish his Death, av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt js pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 dt av-dc pns31 vvz a-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt av-dc pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, cs pns32 p-acp ds vmb vbi vvn n2, r-crq vdb xx av-j vvb po31 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2403 but many times contrive it too. but many times contrive it too. cc-acp d n2 vvi pn31 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2404 A poor man's Child will love the life of his Parents, because he lives by their labour; whilst the wealthier sort of Parents are apt to be troublesom to their Children, A poor Man's Child will love the life of his Parents, Because he lives by their labour; while the wealthier sort of Parents Are apt to be troublesome to their Children, dt j ng1 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1; cs dt jc n1 pp-f n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 492
2405 because they stand betwixt them and Plenty; 'twixt them and their Liberty to live as deliciously as they list. Because they stand betwixt them and Plenty; betwixt them and their Liberty to live as deliciously as they list. c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 cc n1; p-acp pno32 cc po32 n1 p-acp vvb a-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 493
2406 But because a Man is ignorant, who or what shall be after him, his heaping up is nothing else but being prodigal to his Purse; But Because a Man is ignorant, who or what shall be After him, his heaping up is nothing Else but being prodigal to his Purse; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz j, r-crq cc r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pno31, po31 vvg a-acp vbz pix av p-acp vbg j-jn p-acp po31 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 493
2407 all his carking and caring is, that his Purse may never be in want. He is content for his own part to fare very hardly, and to eat the Bread of Scarceness, so that his dearly beloved Purse may be but plentifully fed. So great a friendship there is betwixt Him and It. And thus it was with the wealthy Niggard in the Gospel; all his carking and caring is, that his Purse may never be in want. He is content for his own part to fare very hardly, and to eat the Bred of Scarceness, so that his dearly Beloved Purse may be but plentifully fed. So great a friendship there is betwixt Him and It. And thus it was with the wealthy Niggard in the Gospel; d po31 n-vvg cc vvg vbz, cst po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi p-acp vvb. pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi j av, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av cst po31 av-jn j-vvn n1 vmb vbi p-acp av-j vvn. av j dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pno31 cc np1 cc av pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 493
2408 who wanting Room enough wherein to lay up his Crop in a plenteous Harvest, did not rationally say, I will sell away my Overplus, who wanting Room enough wherein to lay up his Crop in a plenteous Harvest, did not rationally say, I will fell away my Overplus, r-crq vvg n1 av-d c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vdd xx av-j vvi, pns11 vmb vvi av po11 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 493
2409 and bestow it upon my Friends, in Hospitality; upon my Beadsmen, in Alms; upon my Self, or my Family, in Food and Rayment; but I will pull down my Barns, and build greater, and There will I bestow all my fruits and my goods. The English word in the Translation proves very emphatical, and seems to import the Niggard's Largess. It is not translated, I will gather my Goods together, or lay them up, (as the word NONLATINALPHABET might well have been,) but I will bestow them, or lay them out. Although he was sordid to himself, and as close-fisted to his Family, and to all other Persons an arrant Churl, yet to his Storehouses and Barns he was very free-hearted; he gladly bestowed upon Them, even as much as they could hold. To those his Favorites and Darlings he could not be liberal enough; and bestow it upon my Friends, in Hospitality; upon my Beadsmen, in Alms; upon my Self, or my Family, in Food and Raiment; but I will pull down my Barns, and built greater, and There will I bestow all my fruits and my goods. The English word in the translation Proves very emphatical, and seems to import the Niggard's Largess. It is not translated, I will gather my Goods together, or lay them up, (as the word might well have been,) but I will bestow them, or lay them out. Although he was sordid to himself, and as close-fisted to his Family, and to all other Persons an arrant Churl, yet to his Storehouses and Barns he was very freehearted; he gladly bestowed upon Them, even as much as they could hold. To those his Favorites and Darlings he could not be liberal enough; cc vvb pn31 p-acp po11 n2, p-acp n1; p-acp po11 n2, p-acp n2; p-acp po11 n1, cc po11 n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n2, cc vvi jc, cc a-acp vmb pns11 vvi d po11 n2 cc po11 n2-j. dt jp n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz j j, cc vvz pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1. pn31 vbz xx vvn, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2-j av, cc vvd pno32 a-acp, (c-acp dt n1 vmd av vhi vbn,) cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvd pno32 av. cs pns31 vbds j p-acp px31, cc c-acp j p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n2 dt j n1, av p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 pns31 vbds j j; pns31 av-j vvd p-acp pno32, av p-acp d c-acp pns32 vmd vvi. p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2-jn pns31 vmd xx vbi j av-d; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 494
2410 and therefore widen'd their Vacuities, that he might fill them. The Reason of which is very obvious. and Therefore widened their Vacuities, that he might fill them. The Reason of which is very obvious. cc av vvn po32 n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32. dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 494
2411 For as where a man's Treasure is, there is his Heart; so wherever his Heart is, there he loves to lay his Treasure. Had the Rich man's heart been either in Heaven, or upon Christ, he had bestowed all his Goods upon Heavenly things; had fed Christ in his hungry Members, For as where a Man's Treasure is, there is his Heart; so wherever his Heart is, there he loves to lay his Treasure. Had the Rich Man's heart been either in Heaven, or upon christ, he had bestowed all his Goods upon Heavenly things; had fed christ in his hungry Members, p-acp p-acp c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz, a-acp vbz po31 n1; av c-crq po31 n1 vbz, a-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1. vhd dt j ng1 n1 vbi d p-acp n1, cc p-acp np1, pns31 vhd vvn d po31 n2-j p-acp j n2; vhd vvn np1 p-acp po31 j n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 494
2412 or cloathed him in his naked ones, or redeemed him in his Captive imprison'd Members. or clothed him in his naked ones, or redeemed him in his Captive imprisoned Members. cc vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j pi2, cc vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j-jn vvn n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 494
2413 He had erected, or indowed, either a College, or a Church, an Hospital, or an Alms-house. But his Heart ('tis plain enough) was wholly set upon his Barns; They had drawn out his Bowels; Thither went his Affections. Though a little was too much to be bestow'd upon Himself, yet All was little enough for Them; He was so passionately kind, and partial to them. He had erected, or endowed, either a College, or a Church, an Hospital, or an Almshouse. But his Heart (it's plain enough) was wholly Set upon his Barns; They had drawn out his Bowels; Thither went his Affections. Though a little was too much to be bestowed upon Himself, yet All was little enough for Them; He was so passionately kind, and partial to them. pns31 vhd vvn, cc vvn, d dt n1, cc dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1. p-acp po31 n1 (pn31|vbz j av-d) vbds av-jn vvn p-acp po31 n2; pns32 vhd vvn av po31 n2; av vvd po31 n2. cs dt j vbds av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp px31, av d vbds j av-d p-acp pno32; pns31 vbds av av-j j, cc j p-acp pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 494
2414 One spends all upon his Back; another upon his Belly; a third upon his Titles, and Stiles of Honour; a fourth upon his Sports and Recreations; And there are (as That Parable does plainly shew,) who spend and lavish out all they have, on their Barns or Purses. One spends all upon his Back; Another upon his Belly; a third upon his Titles, and Stile of Honour; a fourth upon his Sports and Recreations; And there Are (as That Parable does plainly show,) who spend and lavish out all they have, on their Barns or Purses. pi vvz d p-acp po31 av; j-jn p-acp po31 n1; dt ord p-acp po31 n2, cc n1 pp-f n1; dt ord p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; cc pc-acp vbr (c-acp d n1 vdz av-j vvi,) r-crq vvb cc j av d pns32 vhb, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 333 Page 495
2415 § 11. Thus 'tis difficult not to offend in the laying up Riches; And 'tis as difficult to be innocent in the laying of them out too. § 11. Thus it's difficult not to offend in the laying up Riches; And it's as difficult to be innocent in the laying of them out too. § crd av pn31|vbz j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg a-acp n2; cc pn31|vbz c-acp j pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32 av av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 495
2416 For we may borrow from our Avarice, for the maintaining of our Pride; and what we spend on our Ambition, is at least as ill laid out, For we may borrow from our Avarice, for the maintaining of our Pride; and what we spend on our Ambition, is At least as ill laid out, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1; cc r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, vbz p-acp ds c-acp j-jn vvn av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 495
2417 as what we bestow on our Barns or Baggs. To keep an open Cellar, and a very large Table, is not the Vertue oppos'd to Avarice. For we may lavish out our All, in dishonour of God's Name, as well as treasure all up, in distrust of his Providence. Our hearts will be (as I said before) in what place soever our Treasure is; as what we bestow on our Barns or Bags. To keep an open Cellar, and a very large Table, is not the Virtue opposed to Avarice. For we may lavish out our All, in dishonour of God's Name, as well as treasure all up, in distrust of his Providence. Our hearts will be (as I said before) in what place soever our Treasure is; p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc dt j j n1, vbz xx dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. c-acp pns12 vmb j av po12 d, p-acp vvb pp-f npg1 vvb, c-acp av c-acp n1 d a-acp, p-acp vvb pp-f po31 n1. po12 n2 vmb vbi (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) p-acp r-crq n1 av po12 n1 vbz; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 495
2418 and as good in our Coffers, as in our Kitchens. A Talent wrapped in a Napkin will be no more imputed to us, and as good in our Coffers, as in our Kitchens. A Talon wrapped in a Napkin will be no more imputed to us, cc c-acp j p-acp po12 n2, a-acp p-acp po12 n2. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dx av-dc vvn p-acp pno12, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 495
2419 than one consumed upon our Lusts. We know a man of great Fortune has wherewithal to entertain and to cherish Vice. than one consumed upon our Lusts. We know a man of great Fortune has wherewithal to entertain and to cherish Vice. cs crd vvn p-acp po12 np1 pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f j n1 vhz n-crq p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 495
2420 Has abundance of Fewel to feed his Fire. Is able to purchase (at any rate ) whatever is acceptable and pleasing to the greedy Appetite of the Flesh. Whereas a man that is poor, cannot go to the price of many chargeable Sins. His Lamp burns faintly, for want of Oyl. Fulness of Bread is such a thing, Has abundance of Fuel to feed his Fire. Is able to purchase (At any rate) whatever is acceptable and pleasing to the greedy Appetite of the Flesh. Whereas a man that is poor, cannot go to the price of many chargeable Sins. His Lamp burns faintly, for want of Oil. Fullness of Bred is such a thing, vhz n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. vbz j p-acp vvb (p-acp d vvb) r-crq vbz j cc vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. cs dt n1 cst vbz j, vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2. po31 n1 vvz av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. n1 pp-f n1 vbz d dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 496
2421 as was reckon'd for one of the Sins of Sodom, and commonly follows a Great Estate. So that That which the rich man esteems his blessing, may prove the subject of a very great Curse. For thus we read in the Psalmist, Let their Table be made a Snare to take them withal. as was reckoned for one of the Sins of Sodom, and commonly follows a Great Estate. So that That which the rich man esteems his blessing, may prove the Subject of a very great Curse. For thus we read in the Psalmist, Let their Table be made a Snare to take them withal. c-acp vbds vvn p-acp crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av-j vvz dt j n1. av cst d r-crq dt j n1 vvz po31 vvg, vmb vvi dt j-jn pp-f dt j j vvb. c-acp av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb po32 n1 vbb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 496
2422 And that which should have been for their welfare, let it be to them an occasion of falling, Psal. 69. 22. And that which should have been for their welfare, let it be to them an occasion of falling, Psalm 69. 22. cc cst r-crq vmd vhi vbn p-acp po32 n1, vvb pn31 vbi p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f vvg, np1 crd crd (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 334 Page 496
2423 Thus we have the two Branches of the first and chief Reason, why the Worlds Good things are the goodliest Snares and Temptations; and such as our Adversary the Devil does most rely on. Thus we have the two Branches of the First and chief Reason, why the World's Good things Are the Goodliest Snares and Temptations; and such as our Adversary the devil does most rely on. av pns12 vhb dt crd n2 pp-f dt ord cc j-jn n1, q-crq dt ng1 j n2 vbr dt js n2 cc n2; cc d c-acp po12 n1 dt n1 vdz ds vvi p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 335 Page 496
2424 § 12. Again the Goods of this World are apt to breed and nourish Pride; which was another great Sin in the men of Sodom. Plenty makes men contemptuous, and superciliously looking down on such as are poorer than Themselves. § 12. Again the Goods of this World Are apt to breed and nourish Pride; which was Another great since in the men of Sodom. Plenty makes men contemptuous, and superciliously looking down on such as Are Poorer than Themselves. § crd av dt n2-j pp-f d n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1; r-crq vbds j-jn j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. n1 vvz n2 j, cc av-j vvg a-acp p-acp d c-acp vbr jc cs px32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 336 Page 497
2425 Thence is the Latin word Superbia, à superhabendo. Pride does take its Derivation from having Wealth above others. Thence is the Latin word Superbia, à superhabendo. Pride does take its Derivation from having Wealth above Others. np1 vbz dt jp n1 fw-la, fw-fr fw-la. n1 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp vhg n1 p-acp n2-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 336 Page 497
2426 Does not breed that Respect which is due to others, But that undue Respect of Persons which is express'd by Partiality, and declared against as an heinous Sin, James 2. 1, 9. It is a Custom whose Tyranny has invaded most parts of the World we live in, to have respect unto Him who weareth gay Cloathing, and to make him sit down in the upper place; Does not breed that Respect which is due to Others, But that undue Respect of Persons which is expressed by Partiality, and declared against as an heinous since, James 2. 1, 9. It is a Custom whose Tyranny has invaded most parts of the World we live in, to have respect unto Him who weareth gay Clothing, and to make him fit down in the upper place; vdz xx vvi cst n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp cst j n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vbz dt n1 rg-crq n1 vhz vvd ds n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi a-acp p-acp dt jc n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 336 Page 497
2427 whilst 'tis said to the poor man, stand Thou there, or sit here under my Footstool, (James 2. 3.) Not at all laying to heart, (as St. Iames goes on,) That God hath chosen the Poor of this World, rich in Faith, while it's said to the poor man, stand Thou there, or fit Here under my Footstool, (James 2. 3.) Not At all laying to heart, (as Saint James Goes on,) That God hath chosen the Poor of this World, rich in Faith, cs pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvb pns21 a-acp, cc vvb av p-acp po11 n1, (np1 crd crd) xx p-acp d vvg p-acp n1, (c-acp n1 np1 vvz a-acp,) cst np1 vhz vvn dt j pp-f d n1, j p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 336 Page 497
2428 and Heirs of the Kingdom which he hath promis'd to them that love him, (V. 5.) This is one of the main Branches of That most fatal and fruitful Tree, whereof the Love of this Worlds Goods must needs be granted to be the Root. and Heirs of the Kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him, (V. 5.) This is one of the main Branches of That most fatal and fruitful Tree, whereof the Love of this World's Goods must needs be granted to be the Root. cc n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, (crd. crd.) d vbz pi pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d av-ds j cc j n1, c-crq dt vvb pp-f d ng1 n2-j vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 336 Page 497
2429 § 13. Again the Goods of this World are very apt to breed Sloath; And this was the Third great Sin of Sodom. Not only Pride, and Fulness of Bread, but Abundance of Idleness was in her. § 13. Again the Goods of this World Are very apt to breed Sloth; And this was the Third great since of Sodom. Not only Pride, and Fullness of Bred, but Abundance of Idleness was in her. § crd av dt n2-j pp-f d n1 vbr av j pc-acp vvi n1; cc d vbds dt ord j n1 pp-f np1. xx av-j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 497
2430 A man who lives by his labour has not Time and Opportunity to commit many Sins, to which abundance of leisure would have betray'd him. A man who lives by his labour has not Time and Opportunity to commit many Sins, to which abundance of leisure would have betrayed him. dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 vvb vhz xx n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmd vhi vvn pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 498
2431 He whose Ambition leads him no higher than to the foddering of his Cattle, or the Government of his Plough, will have the least Cause of Scruple, (in all probability,) as well in his Conscience, as in his Stomach. Whereas a Man of great Plenty is not so apt to have Employment to keep him ▪ safe; and so much the less, by how much the less he has need of working. He whose Ambition leads him no higher than to the foddering of his Cattle, or the Government of his Plough, will have the least Cause of Scruple, (in all probability,) as well in his Conscience, as in his Stomach. Whereas a Man of great Plenty is not so apt to have Employment to keep him ▪ safe; and so much the less, by how much the less he has need of working. pns31 rg-crq n1 vvz pno31 av-dx av-jc cs p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 vvb, vmb vhi dt ds n1 pp-f n1, (p-acp d n1,) c-acp av p-acp po31 n1, a-acp p-acp po31 n1. cs dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz xx av j pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 ▪ av-j; cc av av-d dt av-dc, p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc pns31 vhz vvb pp-f vvg. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 498
2432 He is not only able to buy the various Nourishments of Vice, but is at leisure to be hurt, and debauched by them. He is not only able to buy the various Nourishments of Vice, but is At leisure to be hurt, and debauched by them. pns31 vbz xx av-j j p-acp vvb dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc j-vvn p-acp pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 498
2433 He is not fortified with Labour; is not fenc'd and barricado'd with store of Business; the Avenues of his Soul lye always open; He is not fortified with Labour; is not fenced and barricadoed with store of Business; the Avenues of his Soul lie always open; pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp vvb; vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvi av j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 498
2434 so as the Tempter needs not besiege him, But may take him by a Surprise. Whilst David liv'd at Bethleem with his poor Father, Goodman Iesse, where his Thoughts were taken up with his Attendance upon the Cattle, his following the Ewes great with young, in the Spring, his washing and sheering them, in the Summer, his giving them Fodder, in the Winter, so as the Tempter needs not besiege him, But may take him by a Surprise. While David lived At Bethlehem with his poor Father, Goodman Iesse, where his Thoughts were taken up with his Attendance upon the Cattle, his following the Ewes great with young, in the Spring, his washing and sheering them, in the Summer, his giving them Fodder, in the Winter, av c-acp dt n1 vvz xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt vvb. cs np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1, n1 np1, c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, po31 vvg dt n2 j p-acp j, p-acp dt n1, po31 n-vvg cc vvg pno32, p-acp dt n1, po31 vvg pno32 n1, p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 498
2435 and his keeping them from the Wolf, at every season of the year; and his keeping them from the Wolf, At every season of the year; cc po31 vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2436 whilst he was thus keeping Sheep, He was able to keep Himself too, as Chast, and Harmless. But when he was placed as a King, upon a very high Mountain of worldly Greatness, while he was thus keeping Sheep, He was able to keep Himself too, as Chaste, and Harmless. But when he was placed as a King, upon a very high Mountain of worldly Greatness, cs pns31 vbds av vvg n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi px31 av, c-acp j, cc j. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2437 although he was placed there by God, he was so tempted there by Satan, (and that like Christ, the Son of David, with the Kingdoms of the Earth, although he was placed there by God, he was so tempted there by Satan, (and that like christ, the Son of David, with the Kingdoms of the Earth, cs pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1, pns31 vbds av vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (cc cst av-j np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2438 and the Glory of them, ) as to have fallen into diverse most deadly Sins. When he lived at his Ease, and tarri'd still at Ierusalem, stretch't himself upon his Bed, and that at Noon too, and the Glory of them,) as to have fallen into diverse most deadly Sins. When he lived At his Ease, and tarried still At Ierusalem, stretched himself upon his Bed, and that At Noon too, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32,) p-acp pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp j av-ds j n2. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd av p-acp np1, vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1, cc cst p-acp n1 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2439 and had nothing else to do, (when he rose from it in the Evening, ) but to walk up and down upon the Roof of his Palace, where his Employment was nothing greater, and had nothing Else to do, (when he rose from it in the Evening,) but to walk up and down upon the Roof of his Palace, where his Employment was nothing greater, cc vhd pix av pc-acp vdi, (c-crq pns31 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1,) cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbds pix jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2440 than the feasting of his Eyes with all the Varieties of the City; than the feasting of his Eyes with all the Varieties of the city; cs dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2441 none is so ignorant of his History, as not to know what did ensue. Had he been with his Army, none is so ignorant of his History, as not to know what did ensue. Had he been with his Army, pix vbz av j pp-f po31 n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi r-crq vdd vvi. vhd pns31 vbn p-acp po31 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2442 as by right he should have been, (for the Text tells us 'twas at the Time when Kings go forth to Battle, ) He had been probably too busie, to have been tempted, as by right he should have been, (for the Text tells us 'twas At the Time when Kings go forth to Battle,) He had been probably too busy, to have been tempted, c-acp p-acp n-jn pns31 vmd vhi vbn, (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 pn31|vbds p-acp dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb av p-acp n1,) pns31 vhd vbn av-j av j, pc-acp vhi vbn vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 499
2443 as he was, whilst he lay at Ease. In the Time of his Hardship and Afflictions, we know he had somewhat else to do, as he was, while he lay At Ease. In the Time of his Hardship and Afflictions, we know he had somewhat Else to do, c-acp pns31 vbds, cs pns31 vvd p-acp n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2, pns12 vvb pns31 vhd av av pc-acp vdi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 500
2444 than to admit of what he did at a Time of Idleness and Plenty, when he wallowed in the Mire of the Good Things of This World. Thus the Earth, which lyes Idle, is presently over-run with Weeds; whilst the Heavens, which ever move, still keep their Purity. Just as Waters, standing still, are very easily corrupted; whilst Those that run, and run swiftly, keep themselves pure and unpolluted. than to admit of what he did At a Time of Idleness and Plenty, when he wallowed in the Mire of the Good Things of This World. Thus the Earth, which lies Idle, is presently overrun with Weeds; while the Heavens, which ever move, still keep their Purity. Just as Waters, standing still, Are very Easily corrupted; while Those that run, and run swiftly, keep themselves pure and unpolluted. cs pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1. av dt n1, r-crq vvz j, vbz av-j vvb p-acp n2; cs dt n2, r-crq av vvb, av vvi po32 n1. j p-acp n2, vvg av, vbr av av-j vvn; cs d d vvb, cc vvi av-j, vvb px32 j cc j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 337 Page 500
2445 § 14. Again the Goods of this World, the more they labour to fill the Appetite, the more they dilate it, § 14. Again the Goods of this World, the more they labour to fill the Appetite, the more they dilate it, § crd av dt n2-j pp-f d n1, dt av-dc pns32 vvb p-acp vvb dt n1, dt av-dc pns32 vvb pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 500
2446 and make it empty. They are apt to make a thirsty, hydropick Soul. As the Poor man does labour, to grow less poor; and make it empty. They Are apt to make a thirsty, hydropic Soul. As the Poor man does labour, to grow less poor; cc vvi pn31 j. pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j, j n1 p-acp dt j n1 vdz vvi, pc-acp vvi av-dc j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 500
2447 so the Rich does lay up, to grow more rich. so the Rich does lay up, to grow more rich. av dt j vdz vvi a-acp, pc-acp vvi av-dc j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 500
2448 And though 'tis hard to make a Rule which will not admit of some Exceptions, yet 'tis generally observable, that a poor man's care is how to keep out of want; whereas the care of the Rich is how to get into Superfluity. A man of mediocrity, who is but well enough to live, is aptest to think himself well enough; nor aims so much at the Increase, as at the meer Praeservation of his Possessions. And though it's hard to make a Rule which will not admit of Some Exceptions, yet it's generally observable, that a poor Man's care is how to keep out of want; whereas the care of the Rich is how to get into Superfluity. A man of mediocrity, who is but well enough to live, is aptest to think himself well enough; nor aims so much At the Increase, as At the mere Preservation of his Possessions. cc cs pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt vvb r-crq vmb xx vvi pp-f d n2, av pn31|vbz av-j j, cst dt j ng1 n1 vbz c-crq pc-acp vvi av pp-f vvb; cs dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz p-acp av av-d pc-acp vvi, vbz js pc-acp vvi px31 av av-d; ccx vvz av av-d p-acp dt vvi, a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 500
2449 Whereas Abundance of Riches makes a Plethory in the Heart, which breaks out into an Itch, without due Purgings, and Evacuations. By how much the fuller he is of Wealth, by so much the more his Heart is set upon the raising of his Family, and the leaving to his Children a great deal more than he was left. He loves to be joyning House to House, and to be laying Field to Field, and to be placed alone in the midst of the Earth; Whereas Abundance of Riches makes a Plethory in the Heart, which breaks out into an Itch, without due Purgings, and Evacuations. By how much the fuller he is of Wealth, by so much the more his Heart is Set upon the raising of his Family, and the leaving to his Children a great deal more than he was left. He loves to be joining House to House, and to be laying Field to Field, and to be placed alone in the midst of the Earth; cs n1 pp-f n2 vvz dt np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz av p-acp dt vvb, p-acp j-jn n2, cc n2. p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc pns31 vbz pp-f n1, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc dt vvg p-acp po31 n2 dt j n1 dc cs pns31 vbds vvn. pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvg n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvg n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 501
2450 supposing that his dwelling place shall indure for ever, and his Land be called by his Name from Generation to Generation: supposing that his Dwelling place shall endure for ever, and his Land be called by his Name from Generation to Generation: vvg cst po31 j-vvg n1 vmb vvi p-acp av, cc po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 501
2451 Thus do the Riches of men conduce to many Diseases in the Soul; a Plethory, an Itch, a Lientery, a Dropsy, a Boulimia. Thus do the Riches of men conduce to many Diseases in the Soul; a Plethory, an Itch, a Lientery, a Dropsy, a Boulimia. av vdb dt n2 pp-f n2 vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1; dt np1, dt n1, dt np1, dt n1, dt fw-la. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 501
2452 These are the Maladies of the mind, which abundance of Riches do breed and cherish. The reason of it is chiefly This; These Are the Maladies of the mind, which abundance of Riches do breed and cherish. The reason of it is chiefly This; d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vdb vvi cc vvi. dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-jn d; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 501
2453 That what appears very Great to them who want and desire it, does, to them who do embrace it, almost totally disappear. What Hope and Hunger present as bigg, Possession makes to seem little, even because it does not stand at a due Distance from the Appetite. For an Object may be too near (as well as too far ) to be truly seen; witness the Letters of any Book, which if we place too near our Eyes, we are as little able to read, That what appears very Great to them who want and desire it, does, to them who doe embrace it, almost totally disappear. What Hope and Hunger present as big, Possession makes to seem little, even Because it does not stand At a due Distance from the Appetite. For an Object may be too near (as well as too Far) to be truly seen; witness the Letters of any Book, which if we place too near our Eyes, we Are as little able to read, cst r-crq vvz j j p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb cc vvb pn31, vdz, p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 vvi pn31, av av-j vvi. q-crq vvb cc n1 j c-acp j, n1 vvz pc-acp vvi j, av c-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi av av-j (c-acp av c-acp av av-j) pc-acp vbi av-j vvn; vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq cs pns12 vvb av av-j po12 n2, pns12 vbr a-acp j j pc-acp vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 502
2454 as if they stood a mile off. For which reason it is, we overlook what we possess, and even want what we have, whilst we covet more. as if they stood a mile off. For which reason it is, we overlook what we possess, and even want what we have, while we covet more. c-acp cs pns32 vvd dt n1 a-acp. p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, pns12 vvb r-crq pns12 vvi, cc j vvb r-crq pns12 vhb, cs pns12 vvb av-dc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 338 Page 502
2455 § 15. Other Reasons may be given, but these I take to be the chief. § 15. Other Reasons may be given, but these I take to be the chief. § crd av-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 339 Page 502
2456 And as I think they are enough, so I am not at leisure to point at more. And as I think they Are enough, so I am not At leisure to point At more. cc c-acp pns11 vvb pns32 vbr av-d, av pns11 vbm xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 339 Page 502
2457 For now 'tis time that I apply, and so improve what I have said, by adding several Considerations, whereof the one will very fitly become a step unto the other. For now it's time that I apply, and so improve what I have said, by adding several Considerations, whereof the one will very fitly become a step unto the other. p-acp av pn31|vbz n1 cst pns11 vvi, cc av vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp vvg j n2, c-crq dt pi vmb av av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 339 Page 502
2458 And until we grasp All, the Application will not be perfect. § 16. First then let us consider; And until we grasp All, the Application will not be perfect. § 16. First then let us Consider; cc c-acp pns12 vvb av-d, dt n1 vmb xx vbi j. § crd np1 av vvb pno12 vvi; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 339 Page 502
2459 That if the World's Good things are commonly made the Devil's Lime-twigs, laid before us as our Food, That if the World's Good things Are commonly made the Devil's Lime-twigs, laid before us as our Food, cst cs dt n1|vbz j n2 vbr av-j vvn dt ng1 n2, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 502
2460 but only intended for our Fetters; but only intended for our Fetters; cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 502
2461 It concerns us that our Souls be night and day kept on wing, and incessantly flying over these Snares of Satan. It concerns us that our Souls be night and day kept on wing, and incessantly flying over these Snares of Satan. pn31 vvz pno12 cst po12 n2 vbb n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc av-j vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 502
2462 Which to accomplish the more effectually, we must be careful not to stand upon exceeding high Mountains, nor take too much of this World within our Prospect. The Bowels of St. Paul were so turn'd within him, Which to accomplish the more effectually, we must be careful not to stand upon exceeding high Mountains, nor take too much of this World within our Prospect. The Bowels of Saint Paul were so turned within him, r-crq pc-acp vvi dt av-dc av-j, pns12 vmb vbi j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg j n2, ccx vvb av d pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n1. dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 vbdr av vvd p-acp pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2463 when he consi der'd the Earthy-mindedness of many Professors in his time, as that he could not hold from weeping, in reflecting on the Miseries he saw them in. when he consi dered the Earthy-mindedness of many Professors in his time, as that he could not hold from weeping, in reflecting on the Misery's he saw them in. c-crq pns31 fw-fr vvd dt j pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg p-acp dt ng1 pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2464 Whilst he was writing to his Philippians, in a very cheerful stile, touching the Glory to be reveal'd, While he was writing to his Philippians, in a very cheerful style, touching the Glory to be revealed, cs pns31 vbds vvg p-acp po31 njp2, p-acp dt j j n1, vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2465 and of his pressing towards the Mark, for the price of the high Calling of God in Christ Iesus, his Soul was suddenly overcast with a gloomy Cloud, and his cheerfulness in a moment was done away with a fit of mourning. For towards the midst of his Epistle, his thoughts were occasionally diverted by such a melancholy remembrance, and of his pressing towards the Mark, for the price of the high Calling of God in christ Iesus, his Soul was suddenly overcast with a gloomy Cloud, and his cheerfulness in a moment was done away with a fit of mourning. For towards the midst of his Epistle, his thoughts were occasionally diverted by such a melancholy remembrance, cc pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1, po31 n1 vbds av-j vvd p-acp dt j n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vdn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. c-acp p-acp dt p-acp pp-f po31 n1, po31 n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp d dt j-jn n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2466 as put a sudden stop to his Meditations, and made him break out into a Parenthesis of Tears. Many walk (saith the Apostle) of whom I have told you often, as put a sudden stop to his Meditations, and made him break out into a Parenthesis of Tears. Many walk (Says the Apostle) of whom I have told you often, c-acp vvd dt j vvb p-acp po31 n2, cc vvd pno31 vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. av-d vvb (vvz dt n1) pp-f ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2467 and now tell you even weeping, that they are Enemies to the Cross of Christ, whose end is destruction, whose God is their Belly, and now tell you even weeping, that they Are Enemies to the Cross of christ, whose end is destruction, whose God is their Belly, cc av vvb pn22 av vvg, cst pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbz n1, rg-crq n1 vbz po32 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2468 and whose Glory is their Shame, who mind Earthly things. and whose Glory is their Shame, who mind Earthly things. cc rg-crq n1 vbz po32 n1, r-crq n1 j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 503
2469 They liv'd in Plenty and Prosperity, complyed with the Persecuting Jews, were very indulgent to their Appetites, and even boasted of their Lusts; that is, their Happiness was as great as this World could make it, They lived in Plenty and Prosperity, complied with the Persecuting jews, were very indulgent to their Appetites, and even boasted of their Lustiest; that is, their Happiness was as great as this World could make it, pns32 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, vvd p-acp dt vvg np2, vbdr av j p-acp po32 n2, cc av vvd pp-f po32 n2; cst vbz, po32 n1 vbds p-acp j c-acp d n1 vmd vvi pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 504
2470 and for this, which is the object of most mens Envy, or Ambition, they were exceedingly bemoan'd by that compassionate Apostle. and for this, which is the Object of most men's Envy, or Ambition, they were exceedingly bemoaned by that compassionate Apostle. cc p-acp d, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f ds ng2 vvb, cc n1, pns32 vbdr av-vvg vvd p-acp cst j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 504
2471 That their Souls, like silly Birds, should be so caught and intangl'd with Satan's Lime-twigs, as to be groveling on the Earth, and render'd utterly unable to give a Spring towards Heaven, This was his Corrosive and Cordolium. 'Twas this that turn'd his Head into a Fountain of Tears, and made him to mingle his Ink with weeping. This was That that made him write with an Ellipsis in a Parenthesis, and one Parenthesis in another; No sooner had he said [ for many walk ] but there he presently brake off; That their Souls, like silly Birds, should be so caught and entangled with Satan's Lime-twigs, as to be groveling on the Earth, and rendered utterly unable to give a Spring towards Heaven, This was his Corrosive and Heart. 'Twas this that turned his Head into a Fountain of Tears, and made him to mingle his Ink with weeping. This was That that made him write with an Ellipsis in a Parenthesis, and one Parenthesis in Another; No sooner had he said [ for many walk ] but there he presently brake off; d po32 n2, av-j j n2, vmd vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp npg1 n2, a-acp pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av-j j-u pc-acp vvi dt vvb p-acp n1, d vbds po31 j-jn cc np1. pn31|vbds d cst vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg. d vbds d cst vvd pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc crd n1 p-acp j-jn; av-dx av-c vhd pns31 vvn [ c-acp d n1 ] cc-acp a-acp pns31 av-j vvd a-acp; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 504
2472 as if the rest of his words had been suddenly swallow'd up with his Commiseration. The Royal Prophet had been caught, but had been happily disintangl'd, and was so very much afraid to be caught again, that he earnestly fell a wishing for the wings of a Dove, whereby to be able to fly away, not only from the Injuries, but from the Vanities of the World. as if the rest of his words had been suddenly swallowed up with his Commiseration. The Royal Prophet had been caught, but had been happily disentangled, and was so very much afraid to be caught again, that he earnestly fell a wishing for the wings of a Dove, whereby to be able to fly away, not only from the Injuries, but from the Vanities of the World. c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vhd vbn av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1. dt j n1 vhd vbn vvn, p-acp vhd vbn av-j vvn, cc vbds av av av-d j pc-acp vbi vvn av, cst pns31 av-j vvd dt vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvb av, xx av-j p-acp dt n2, p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 504
2473 One would have thought that such a Potentate might have been satisfied with the World, who had its Glories at his Devotion; One would have Thought that such a Potentate might have been satisfied with the World, who had its Glories At his Devotion; pi vmd vhi vvn cst d dt n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd pn31|vbz vvz p-acp po31 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2474 yet even Those were some of the things which made King David so weary of it; yet even Those were Some of the things which made King David so weary of it; av av d vbdr d pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvd n1 np1 av j pp-f pn31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2475 And drew upon him That Envy, with those malicious Calumniators, which made his Life to seem long, and his Kingdom tedious: And drew upon him That Envy, with those malicious Calumniators, which made his Life to seem long, and his Kingdom tedious: cc vvd p-acp pno31 cst n1, p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cc po31 n1 j: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2476 Woe is me (saith he in pity to himself) that I am constrain'd to dwell with Mesech, and to have mine habitation in the Tents of Kedar. Woe is me (Says he in pity to himself) that I am constrained to dwell with Mesech, and to have mine habitation in the Tents of Kedar. n1 vbz pno11 (vvz pns31 p-acp vvb p-acp px31) d pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vhi po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2477 So when Moses was but a youth, he towred up like an Eagle above the stratagems of the Fowler, and could securely look down with an holy derision upon his Nets. He was so far from desiring, that he refused to be a Prince. So when Moses was but a youth, he towered up like an Eagl above the stratagems of the Fowler, and could securely look down with an holy derision upon his Nets. He was so Far from desiring, that he refused to be a Prince. av c-crq np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, pns31 j-vvn p-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vmd av-j vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2. pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp vvg, cst pns31 vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2478 So far from courting the Top of Honour, as to have turn'd his back upon it, So Far from courting the Top of Honour, as to have turned his back upon it, av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vhi vvn po31 av p-acp pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2479 when strongly courted to its Acceptance: when strongly courted to its Acceptance: c-crq av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2480 Choosing rather to suffer Affliction with the People of God, than to injoy the Pleasures of Sin for a Season. Choosing rather to suffer Affliction with the People of God, than to enjoy the Pleasures of since for a Season. vvg av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2481 Such Eagles, now a days, are grown a rare sort of Creatures; Such Eagles, now a days, Are grown a rare sort of Creatures; d n2, av dt n2, vbr vvn dt j n1 pp-f n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2482 there being few who (like Moses ) do so value and revere the reproach of Christ, as to esteem it greater Riches than all the Treasures of Egypt. there being few who (like Moses) do so valve and revere the reproach of christ, as to esteem it greater Riches than all the Treasures of Egypt. a-acp vbg d r-crq (av-j np1) vdb av vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 jc n2 cs d dt n2 pp-f np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 505
2483 It is ordinarily counted a spice of Madness, for men to suffer any great Hardships in point of Conscience. So long as thou dost well unto thy self, men will speak good of thee, Psal. 49. 18. But He who will not be caught in the Devil's Net, and flies the Favours of the World which cannot honestly be injoy'd, However the greatness of his Soul does speak him no less than a lofty Eagle, yet he shall commonly be contemn'd as an arrant Goose. But this should teach us to loath the World so much the more, and the wisdom of the World, which is not Earthy only, and Sensual, but Devillish too, Iames 3. 15. Alas the Wisdom of the Serpent is a very foolish thing, wheresoever there is the Sting, and the Poyson too. It is ordinarily counted a spice of Madness, for men to suffer any great Hardships in point of Conscience. So long as thou dost well unto thy self, men will speak good of thee, Psalm 49. 18. But He who will not be caught in the Devil's Net, and flies the Favours of the World which cannot honestly be enjoyed, However the greatness of his Soul does speak him no less than a lofty Eagl, yet he shall commonly be contemned as an arrant Goose. But this should teach us to loath the World so much the more, and the Wisdom of the World, which is not Earthy only, and Sensual, but Devilish too, James 3. 15. Alas the Wisdom of the Serpent is a very foolish thing, wheresoever there is the Sting, and the Poison too. pn31 vbz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. av av-j c-acp pns21 vd2 av p-acp po21 n1, n2 vmb vvi j pp-f pno21, np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1|vbz n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmbx av-j vbb vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vdz vvi pno31 av-dx av-dc cs dt j n1, av pns31 vmb av-j vbi vvd p-acp dt j n1. p-acp d vmd vvi pno12 p-acp j dt n1 av av-d dt av-dc, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz xx j av-j, cc j, p-acp j av, np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt av j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc dt n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 506
2484 And to have the Dove's Innocence, we need the Wings also. And to have the Dove's Innocence, we need the Wings also. cc pc-acp vhi dt n1|vbz n1, pns12 vvb dt n2 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 506
2485 For as whilst we are glued in our Affections to the things here below, we think the World to be a Great, and a Glorious thing, For as while we Are glued in our Affections to the things Here below, we think the World to be a Great, and a Glorious thing, p-acp c-acp cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 av a-acp, pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j, cc dt j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 506
2486 so the higher we fly above it, the more contemptibly Little 'tis natural for it to appear. And therefore so the higher we fly above it, the more contemptibly Little it's natural for it to appear. And Therefore av dt jc pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, dt av-dc av-j j pn31|vbz j p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi. cc av (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 340 Page 506
2487 § 17. Secondly let us consider, That as the way whereby to escape the glorious Dangers of which I speak, is to sequester our Affections from the Things of this World, § 17. Secondly let us Consider, That as the Way whereby to escape the glorious Dangers of which I speak, is to sequester our Affections from the Things of this World, § crd ord vvb pno12 vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f r-crq pns11 vvb, vbz p-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 506
2488 and to take wing towards a Better; so, that our Flight may be the higher, we are to take some ready Course whereby to make our selves light. For however it is natural for Birds to fly, yet the most they can do is but to flutter, if they are laden with thick Clay; a Phrase by which the Prophet Habakkuk describeth Mony, and denounceth a Woe to them that load themselves with it. and to take wing towards a Better; so, that our Flight may be the higher, we Are to take Some ready Course whereby to make our selves Light. For however it is natural for Birds to fly, yet the most they can do is but to flutter, if they Are laden with thick Clay; a Phrase by which the Prophet Habakkuk Describeth Money, and Denounceth a Woe to them that load themselves with it. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt jc; av, cst po12 n1 vmb vbi dt jc, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d j n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 p-acp vvb, av dt av-ds pns32 vmb vdi vbz cc-acp p-acp vvb, cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n1; dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst n1 px32 p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 507
2489 The reason of which is very obvious. The reason of which is very obvious. dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 507
2490 For notwithstanding it is natural for the spirit of man to fly upwards, yet what in one Case is natural, may be impossible in an other. A man may fly just as soon with a weight of Lead at his Feet, as with a Burden of Silver upon his Back. The lightest Birds commonly do fly the highest. And considering 'tis a Duty, for a man so to buy, as if he were never to possess; To deny his dear self, For notwithstanding it is natural for the Spirit of man to fly upward, yet what in one Case is natural, may be impossible in an other. A man may fly just as soon with a weight of Led At his Feet, as with a Burden of Silver upon his Back. The Lightest Birds commonly do fly the highest. And considering it's a Duty, for a man so to buy, as if he were never to possess; To deny his dear self, p-acp a-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, av q-crq p-acp crd n1 vbz j, vmb vbi j p-acp dt j-jn. dt n1 vmb vvi j c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp po31 n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 av. dt js n2 av-j vdb vvi dt av-js. cc vvg pn31|vbz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av p-acp vvb, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av-x p-acp vvb; p-acp vvb po31 j-jn n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 507
2491 and to take up Christ's Cross, and to follow Him; it seems to follow thereupon, that He who hath least of this World, and to take up Christ's Cross, and to follow Him; it seems to follow thereupon, that He who hath least of this World, cc p-acp vvb a-acp npg1 vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno31; pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av, cst pns31 r-crq vhz ds pp-f d n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 507
2492 and the least to do in it, is probably the fittest for That great Duty. and the least to do in it, is probably the Fittest for That great Duty. cc dt ds pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31, vbz av-j dt js p-acp cst j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 507
2493 Though 'twas not meerly for being poor, that Lazarus was carried to Abraham's Bosom, yet 'twas That that his Poverty dispos'd him for. And St. Peter said fitly (touching Himself and his Condisciples,) Lo we have left All, Though 'twas not merely for being poor, that Lazarus was carried to Abraham's Bosom, yet 'twas That that his Poverty disposed him for. And Saint Peter said fitly (touching Himself and his Condisciples,) Lo we have left All, cs pn31|vbds xx av-j p-acp vbg j, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp npg1 n1, av pn31|vbds d d po31 n1 vvn pno31 p-acp. cc n1 np1 vvd av-j (vvg px31 cc po31 n2,) np1 pns12 vhb vvn d, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 508
2494 and followed Thee. Because they could not follow Christ, and carry all they had with them. and followed Thee. Because they could not follow christ, and carry all they had with them. cc vvd pno21. c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi np1, cc vvi d pns32 vhd p-acp pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 508
2495 For every Follower of Christ has a very narrow way wherein to walk, and a very strait Gate whereat to enter. So that the Body of a Christian is Load enough unto the Soul; and therefore many more Impediments may well be spar'd. Our Bodies (saith St. Paul ) are but Earthen Vessels; but Dust and Ashes, (saith Abraham ) Gen. 20. 27. And sure the way to keep our selves unspotted from the World, is not to bury our selves alive, even by adding Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust. That being the way of our being buried, not in sure and certain Hope, but in sure and certain Fear of a Resurrection. For every Follower of christ has a very narrow Way wherein to walk, and a very strait Gate whereat to enter. So that the Body of a Christian is Load enough unto the Soul; and Therefore many more Impediments may well be spared. Our Bodies (Says Saint Paul) Are but Earthen Vessels; but Dust and Ashes, (Says Abraham) Gen. 20. 27. And sure the Way to keep our selves unspotted from the World, is not to bury our selves alive, even by adding Earth to Earth, Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust. That being the Way of our being buried, not in sure and certain Hope, but in sure and certain fear of a Resurrection. p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt j j n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc dt j j n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi. av cst dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbz n1 av-d p-acp dt n1; cc av d dc n2 vmb av vbi vvd. po12 n2 (vvz n1 np1) vbr p-acp j n2; p-acp n1 cc n2, (vvz np1) np1 crd crd cc av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j p-acp dt n1, vbz xx p-acp vvb po12 n2 j, av p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1, n2 p-acp n2, n1 p-acp n1 d vbg dt n1 pp-f po12 vbg vvn, xx p-acp j cc j n1, p-acp p-acp j cc j vvb pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 508
2496 For when the Minions of this World who are dead whilst they live, shall (by the just Judgment of God) live again when they are dead too, For when the Minions of this World who Are dead while they live, shall (by the just Judgement of God) live again when they Are dead too, p-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbr j cs pns32 vvb, vmb (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1) vvb av c-crq pns32 vbr j av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 508
2497 and shall be summon'd out of their Graves, as Malefactors out of a Dungeon; they will say to the Mountains fall on us, and to the Hills, cover us; that is, they will desire to be once more buried. Now to prevent so sad a Rising, we are to Rise whilst we are here; from the Death (I mean) of Sin, and from the Grave of Carnality. And that we may rise the more nimbly, we must be Levis Armaturae; must not lay upon our selves too great a load of thick Clay, which commonly brings with it another load, and shall be summoned out of their Graves, as Malefactors out of a Dungeon; they will say to the Mountains fallen on us, and to the Hills, cover us; that is, they will desire to be once more buried. Now to prevent so sad a Rising, we Are to Rise while we Are Here; from the Death (I mean) of since, and from the Grave of Carnality. And that we may rise the more nimbly, we must be Levis Armaturae; must not lay upon our selves too great a load of thick Clay, which commonly brings with it Another load, cc vmb vbi vvn av pp-f po32 n2, c-acp ng1 av pp-f dt n1; pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 vvb p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt n2, vvb pno12; cst vbz, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi a-acp av-dc vvn. av pc-acp vvi av j dt vvg, po12 vbr p-acp vvb cs pns12 vbr av; p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vvb) pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j pp-f n1. cc cst pns12 vmb vvi dt av-dc av-j, pns12 vmb vbi np1 np1; vmb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2 av j dt vvi pp-f j n1, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp pn31 j-jn vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 509
2498 whether it be of worldly Cares, or of Carnal Pleasures. Whatsoever most Christians may think of This, 'twas sadly consider'd by many Heathens, of which I shall but instance in four or five. whither it be of worldly Cares, or of Carnal Pleasures. Whatsoever most Christians may think of This, 'twas sadly considered by many heathens, of which I shall but instance in four or five. cs pn31 vbb pp-f j n2, cc pp-f j n2. r-crq av-ds njpg2 vmb vvi pp-f d, pn31|vbds av-j vvn p-acp d n2-jn, pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp crd cc crd. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 509
2499 Diogenes was a poor, but yet a very great Man, because his Poverty was his choice; and he was one who did not want, but contemn the Gayeties of the World. Diogenes was a poor, but yet a very great Man, Because his Poverty was his choice; and he was one who did not want, but contemn the Gaieties of the World. np1 vbds dt j, p-acp av dt j j n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbds po31 n1; cc pns31 vbds pi r-crq vdd xx vvi, p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 509
2500 How did he fly above the Vices and Follies of it, by stripping himself of its Impediments, How did he fly above the Vices and Follies of it, by stripping himself of its Impediments, q-crq vdd pns31 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f po31 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 509
2501 and by imping the wings of his brave Ambition? 'Twas his Ambition to be at Liberty, not to give Hostages to Fortune, to live a life disingaged from things below him. and by imping the wings of his brave Ambition? 'Twas his Ambition to be At Liberty, not to give Hostages to Fortune, to live a life disengaged from things below him. cc p-acp j-vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1? pn31|vbds po31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 509
2502 He found that one Tub was enough to lye in, and one wooden. Dish enough to drink in, He found that one Tub was enough to lie in, and one wooden. Dish enough to drink in, pns31 vvd d crd n1 vbds av-d p-acp vvb p-acp, cc crd j. n1 av-d p-acp vvb p-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 509
2503 and was resolved that his Housholdstuff should hold proportion with his House. Yea even That he thought too much, for its being somewhat more than was strictly needful. And therefore he brake his wooden Dish, upon his first consideration, That the Hollow of his Hand had made it needless. Now I the rather choose to instance in this remarkable Philosopher, because I know him very much censur'd, and think him as little understood. For that which is taken by a Proverb to be the Cynicalness and sowrness, was thought by diverse ancient Authors the lovely Nobleness of his Temper. and was resolved that his household stuff should hold proportion with his House. Yea even That he Thought too much, for its being somewhat more than was strictly needful. And Therefore he brake his wooden Dish, upon his First consideration, That the Hollow of his Hand had made it needless. Now I the rather choose to instance in this remarkable Philosopher, Because I know him very much censured, and think him as little understood. For that which is taken by a Proverb to be the Cynicalness and sourness, was Thought by diverse ancient Authors the lovely Nobleness of his Temper. cc vbds vvn cst po31 n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. uh av cst pns31 vvd av av-d, p-acp po31 vbg av dc cs vbds av-j j. cc av pns31 n1 po31 j n1, p-acp po31 ord n1, cst dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1 vhd vvn pn31 j. av pns11 dt av-c vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pno31 av d vvn, cc vvb pno31 p-acp j vvd. p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1, vbds vvn p-acp j j n2 dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 510
2504 His choice of Poverty was the result of his very deep Knowledge, and Contemplation. Nature and Industry had both conspir'd to his Perfections; His choice of Poverty was the result of his very deep Knowledge, and Contemplation. Nature and Industry had both conspired to his Perfections; po31 j pp-f n1 vbds dt vvi pp-f po31 j j-jn n1, cc n1. n1 cc n1 vhd d vvn p-acp po31 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 510
2505 of which it was not the least, that he knew the whole World, and always had it under his Feet too; of which it was not the least, that he knew the Whole World, and always had it under his Feet too; pp-f r-crq pn31 vbds xx dt ds, cst pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1, cc av vhd pn31 p-acp po31 n2 av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 510
2506 as having weigh'd it in a Ballance, and found its lightness. He had been sued to, and courted, by the Great Potentates of the Earth, whose Prosperities stoop't down to receive the Honour of his Acceptance. But what Solomon, out of his Wisdom, both infused, and acquired, (acquir'd both by joious and sad experience,) the same Diogenes concluded, (I shall not dare to say how,) That All is vanity under the Sun. Now we all know that Vanity is of extremely little weight, as having weighed it in a Balance, and found its lightness. He had been sued to, and courted, by the Great Potentates of the Earth, whose Prosperities stooped down to receive the Honour of his Acceptance. But what Solomon, out of his Wisdom, both infused, and acquired, (acquired both by joyous and sad experience,) the same Diogenes concluded, (I shall not Dare to say how,) That All is vanity under the Sun. Now we all know that Vanity is of extremely little weight, c-acp vhg vvn pn31 p-acp dt vvb, cc vvd po31 n1. pns31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp, cc vvn, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, rg-crq n2 vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cc-acp q-crq np1, av pp-f po31 n1, d vvn, cc vvn, (vvn av-d p-acp j cc j n1,) dt d np1 vvn, (pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq,) d d vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 av pns12 d vvb cst n1 vbz pp-f av-jn j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 511
2507 if put in the Ballance of Diseretion; and in the Ballance of the Sanctuary, of none at all. Nay the Psalmist concludes, that Man himself is but Vanity, who yet is very much the noblest of any Creature under the Sun. And sure if every man is Vanity, if put in the Balance of Discretion; and in the Balance of the Sanctuary, of none At all. Nay the Psalmist concludes, that Man himself is but Vanity, who yet is very much the Noblest of any Creature under the Sun. And sure if every man is Vanity, cs vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f pix p-acp av-d. uh dt n1 vvz, cst n1 px31 vbz p-acp n1, r-crq av vbz j av-d dt js pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j cs d n1 vbz n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 511
2508 and the greater he is, the greater Vanity, and not only Vanity, but Vexation of Spirit; how could Godfrey Duke of Bulloin have done more prudently for himself, and the greater he is, the greater Vanity, and not only Vanity, but Vexation of Spirit; how could Godfrey Duke of Bulloin have done more prudently for himself, cc dt jc pns31 vbz, dt jc n1, cc xx av-j n1, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1; c-crq vmd np1 n1 pp-f np1 vhb vdn av-dc av-j p-acp px31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 511
2509 than in refusing to accept a Crown of Gold, where Christ Himself wore one of Thorns? or why should any of Christ's Followers buy the Friendship of a Prince, than in refusing to accept a Crown of Gold, where christ Himself wore one of Thorns? or why should any of Christ's Followers buy the Friendship of a Prince, cs p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f n1, c-crq np1 px31 vvd crd pp-f n2? cc q-crq vmd d pp-f npg1 n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 511
2510 when Xenocrates an Heathen would not deign to sell His, no not to Alexander Himself who would fain have bought it? Why should a Christian affect Dominion, when Xenocrates an Heathen would not deign to fell His, no not to Alexander Himself who would fain have bought it? Why should a Christian affect Dominion, c-crq np1 dt j-jn vmd xx vvi p-acp vvi po31, dx xx p-acp np1 px31 q-crq vmd av-j vhi vvn pn31? q-crq vmd dt njp vvb n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 511
2511 when Atilius an Heathen made choice to leave it? why should one of Christ's Disciples court and covet That Plenty, which was despis'd by Fabricius, an arrant Heathen? Why should a Christian set his Heart upon the getting and leaving a vast Revenue to his Posterity, when the Heathen man Socrates thought it a Charity to his Children, to leave them none? Not that he thought it a Breach of Charity, to make Provision for his Family; but that he durst not betray them to great Temptations. As He himself had refused half the Kingdom of Samos when offer'd to him, when Atilius an Heathen made choice to leave it? why should one of Christ's Disciples court and covet That Plenty, which was despised by Fabricius, an arrant Heathen? Why should a Christian Set his Heart upon the getting and leaving a vast Revenue to his Posterity, when the Heathen man Socrates Thought it a Charity to his Children, to leave them none? Not that he Thought it a Breach of Charity, to make Provision for his Family; but that he durst not betray them to great Temptations. As He himself had refused half the Kingdom of Samos when offered to him, c-crq np1 dt j-jn vvn n1 p-acp vvb pn31? q-crq vmd pi pp-f npg1 n2 n1 cc vvb cst n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1, dt j j-jn? q-crq vmd dt njp vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq dt j-jn n1 npg1 vvd pn31 dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 pi? xx d pns31 vvd pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1; p-acp cst pns31 vvd xx vvi pno32 p-acp j n2. c-acp pns31 px31 vhd vvn j-jn dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq vvd p-acp pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 512
2512 so was he willing that his Children should inherit his Temper, and Frame of Mind. He knew the Providence of God was the surest Patrimony; And had been taught by his experience, that Friends well got were the next great Treasure. 'Twas his Duty, so was he willing that his Children should inherit his Temper, and Frame of Mind. He knew the Providence of God was the Surest Patrimony; And had been taught by his experience, that Friends well god were the next great Treasure. 'Twas his Duty, av vbds pns31 j cst po31 n2 vmd vvi po31 vvi, cc vvb pp-f n1. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt js n1; cc vhd vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst n2 av vvn vbdr dt ord j n1. pn31|vbds po31 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 512
2513 as a Father, to leave his Children very well, and by consequence in a condition (not the richest, but) the most suitable, and safest for them; as a Father, to leave his Children very well, and by consequence in a condition (not the Richest, but) the most suitable, and Safest for them; c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av av, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 (xx dt js, p-acp) dt av-ds j, cc js p-acp pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 512
2514 and therefore under a Necessity of taking pains. Conceiving it infinitely difficult for any man to live a strict and a vertuous life, who is not bless'd with some Calling wherein to labour. Ask't he was indeed by Xenophon, and other Friends, and Therefore under a Necessity of taking pains. Conceiving it infinitely difficult for any man to live a strict and a virtuous life, who is not blessed with Some Calling wherein to labour. Asked he was indeed by Xenophon, and other Friends, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n2. vvg pn31 av-j j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j cc dt j n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp d vvg c-crq pc-acp n1. vvd pns31 vbds av p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 512
2515 why of so many great Offers he would not accept at least of some; if not in his own, yet in his Childrens consideration. why of so many great Offers he would not accept At least of Some; if not in his own, yet in his Children's consideration. q-crq pp-f av d j vvz pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp ds pp-f d; cs xx p-acp po31 d, av p-acp po31 ng2 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 512
2516 But still He answer'd, [ If they live as they ought, they cannot want Blessings; and if they live otherwise, I cannot wish that they may have them. But still He answered, [ If they live as they ought, they cannot want Blessings; and if they live otherwise, I cannot wish that they may have them. p-acp j pns31 vvn, [ cs pns32 vvb c-acp pns32 vmd, pns32 vmbx vvi n2; cc cs pns32 vvb av, pns11 vmbx vvi cst pns32 vmb vhi pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 512
2517 If they are dutiful to their God, they will find him an indulgent and loving Father. And if they rebel against their Maker, what have I to do with them? ] Now consider how these Heathens who liv'd before Christ, had more of Christian Self-denyal, than most of Them that come after. They were many of them plac'd upon exceeding high Mountains; shew'd the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the glory of them; If they Are dutiful to their God, they will find him an indulgent and loving Father. And if they rebel against their Maker, what have I to do with them? ] Now Consider how these heathens who lived before christ, had more of Christian Self-denial, than most of Them that come After. They were many of them placed upon exceeding high Mountains; showed the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the glory of them; cs pns32 vbr j p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 dt j cc j-vvg n1. cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32? ] av vvb c-crq d n2-jn r-crq vvd p-acp np1, vhd dc pp-f njp n1, av av-ds pp-f pno32 cst vvb a-acp. pns32 vbdr d pp-f pno32 vvn p-acp vvg j n2; vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 513
2518 Yea though they were proffer'd those Injoyments, and strongly tempted to accept them; yet so great was their courage, they did not yield. Men, who if they are not fit for our imitation, are fit to shame us at least for our imitating no more of the Life of Christ. Who, Yea though they were proffered those Enjoyments, and strongly tempted to accept them; yet so great was their courage, they did not yield. Men, who if they Are not fit for our imitation, Are fit to shame us At least for our imitating no more of the Life of christ. Who, uh a-acp pns32 vbdr vvn d n2, cc av-j vvn p-acp vvb pno32; av av j vbds po32 n1, pns32 vdd xx vvi. n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbr xx j p-acp po12 n1, vbr j p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp ds p-acp po12 vvg av-dx dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. r-crq, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 513
2519 as it were in opposition to this Temptation of the Devil, drawn from the Kingdoms of the Earth, as it were in opposition to this Temptation of the devil, drawn from the Kingdoms of the Earth, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 513
2520 and the Glory of them, made choice of Poverty and Despisedness for his external Qualifications. For though, by reason of his Divinity, he could not possibly be obnoxious to the unworthiness of Sin, yet by reason of his Humanity, he was capable of suffering the most unworthy Solicitations. And even those Solicitations disturb'd his Ease, although they had not the power to hurt his Safety. Something therefore there was in it for our Edification, That when it pleased the God of Heaven to take upon him our Nature, who had it in his own choice, both of whom he would be born, and in what Quality he would live, He did not choose the greatest, but rather the meanest and the most abject of all Conditions. and the Glory of them, made choice of Poverty and Despisedness for his external Qualifications. For though, by reason of his Divinity, he could not possibly be obnoxious to the unworthiness of since, yet by reason of his Humanity, he was capable of suffering the most unworthy Solicitations. And even those Solicitations disturbed his Ease, although they had not the power to hurt his Safety. Something Therefore there was in it for our Edification, That when it pleased the God of Heaven to take upon him our Nature, who had it in his own choice, both of whom he would be born, and in what Quality he would live, He did not choose the greatest, but rather the Meanest and the most abject of all Conditions. cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvd n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j n2. c-acp cs, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx av-j vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds j pp-f vvg dt av-ds j n2. cc av d n2 vvn po31 n1, cs pns32 vhd xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. pi av a-acp vbds p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n1, cst c-crq pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 po12 n1, r-crq vhd pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, d pp-f r-crq pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi, pns31 vdd xx vvi dt js, p-acp av-c dt js cc dt av-ds j pp-f d n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 514
2521 Now whoever he is that chooseth, (be he wise, or foolish,) ever chooseth what is Best, either really, or in shew; either best in it self, or best to his imagina tion. From whence it follows that our Saviour, being the Wisdom of the Father, (as God the Son, ) could not choose but choose wisely, and what was really the best, when he made choice to be so meanly both born, and bred. As for his Birth, sure a Carpenter's Spouse was a very mean Parent; The Stable of an Inn was an exceeding mean Place; Now whoever he is that chooses, (be he wise, or foolish,) ever chooses what is Best, either really, or in show; either best in it self, or best to his imagina cion. From whence it follows that our Saviour, being the Wisdom of the Father, (as God the Son,) could not choose but choose wisely, and what was really the best, when he made choice to be so meanly both born, and bred. As for his Birth, sure a Carpenter's Spouse was a very mean Parent; The Stable of an Inn was an exceeding mean Place; av r-crq pns31 vbz cst vvz, (vbi pns31 j, cc j,) av vvz r-crq vbz av-js, d av-j, cc p-acp vvi; d js p-acp pn31 n1, cc js p-acp po31 fw-la n1. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz d po12 n1, vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (c-acp np1 dt n1,) vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvi av-j, cc r-crq vbds av-j dt av-js, c-crq pns31 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi av av-j d vvn, cc vvn. c-acp p-acp po31 n1, av-j dt vvz n1 vbds dt j j n1; dt j pp-f dt n1 vbds dt j-vvg j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 514
2522 wherein an Oxe and an Ass were as mean Attendants. And then for his Breeding, It was in Galilee, yea in Nazareth, the meanest part of all Palestine; In the House of Goodman Ioseph, one of the meanest men of Nazareth; And in the way of a Carpenter, as mean a Trade as could well be chosen. wherein an Ox and an Ass were as mean Attendants. And then for his Breeding, It was in Galilee, yea in Nazareth, the Meanest part of all Palestine; In the House of Goodman Ioseph, one of the Meanest men of Nazareth; And in the Way of a Carpenter, as mean a Trade as could well be chosen. c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vbdr a-acp j n2-jn. cc av p-acp po31 n-vvg, pn31 vbds p-acp np1, uh p-acp np1, dt js n1 pp-f d np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f np1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j dt n1 c-acp vmd av vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 341 Page 514
2523 Our Saviour shall not choose for us, if he chooses no better for Himself, (will the men of this World be apt to say.) We would choose (had we our choice) to be born of Princes; to be bred in stately Palaces, and brought up at Court. None should be greater, if we could help it, Our Saviour shall not choose for us, if he chooses no better for Himself, (will the men of this World be apt to say.) We would choose (had we our choice) to be born of Princes; to be bred in stately Palaces, and brought up At Court. None should be greater, if we could help it, po12 n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno12, cs pns31 vvz dx jc p-acp px31, (n1 dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbi j pc-acp vvi.) pns12 vmd vvi (vhn pns12 po12 n1) pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2; pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1. np1 vmd vbi jc, cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 515
2524 nor any richer than our selves. nor any Richer than our selves. ccx d jc cs po12 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 515
2525 We would choose the very Things, wherewith the Devil here tempted Christ, All the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them. Would not be so poorly spirited, We would choose the very Things, wherewith the devil Here tempted christ, All the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them. Would not be so poorly spirited, pns12 vmd vvi dt j n2, c-crq dt n1 av vvn np1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32. vmd xx vbi av av-j vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 515
2526 as to refuse a frank offer for want of a little Complaisance, an act of Worship, and Veneration. A Beast indeed will rest contented, when his Belly is full; and looks no higher, as to refuse a frank offer for want of a little Complaisance, an act of Worship, and Veneration. A Beast indeed will rest contented, when his Belly is full; and looks no higher, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j fw-fr, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. dt n1 av vmb vvi vvn, c-crq po31 n1 vbz j; cc vvz dx jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 515
2527 when he is Empty, than to That which grows up from the Ground he treads on. But Man is made of another Metal, when he is Empty, than to That which grows up from the Ground he treads on. But Man is made of Another Metal, c-crq pns31 vbz j, cs p-acp cst r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz a-acp. p-acp n1 vbz vvn pp-f j-jn n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 515
2528 and He is scarce fit to live who has no Ambition, but sits him down (like a Beast ) completely satisfied with a sufficience. Conscience and Contentment are fit for persecuted Churchmen, (or well-bred Quakers, ) or else for men whose Wits are lost in their Studies, and He is scarce fit to live who has no Ambition, but sits him down (like a Beast) completely satisfied with a sufficience. Conscience and Contentment Are fit for persecuted Churchmen, (or Well-bred Quakers,) or Else for men whose Wits Are lost in their Studies, cc pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp vvb r-crq vhz dx n1, p-acp vvz pno31 a-acp (av-j dt n1) av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. n1 cc n1 vbr j p-acp vvn n2, (cc j np1,) cc av p-acp n2 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 515
2529 and whose overmuch Learning has made them as mad as any Paul; a Man who talks of Contentment in All Conditions; and would have us look no farther (as to the Goods of this World) than Food and Rayment. and whose overmuch Learning has made them as mad as any Paul; a Man who talks of Contentment in All Conditions; and would have us look no farther (as to the Goods of this World) than Food and Raiment. cc rg-crq av vvg vhz vvn pno32 p-acp j c-acp d np1; dt n1 r-crq vvz pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; cc vmd vhi pno12 vvi av-dx av-jc (c-acp p-acp dt n2-j pp-f d n1) cs n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 342 Page 516
2530 Is it not Pity that such as These should be the Reasonings of the Followers and Friends of Christ, who followed the things which They eschew, and eschewed those things which They contend for? His choice (I say) was to be poorer, and more despised than other men. Is it not Pity that such as These should be the Reasonings of the Followers and Friends of christ, who followed the things which They eschew, and Eschewed those things which They contend for? His choice (I say) was to be Poorer, and more despised than other men. vbz pn31 xx n1 cst d c-acp d vmd vbi dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb, cc vvn d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp? po31 n1 (pns11 vvb) vbds pc-acp vbi jc, cc av-dc vvn cs j-jn n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 343 Page 516
2531 And because, being a Man, he was to be of some Calling, he pitch'd on That that was lyable to least Temptations; and so was registred at Nazareth, not in the Quality of a Freeholder, but of an Handicraft-Man. He was but Faber Lignarius, a Wooden Smith. Had he been a Freeholder, he had had (though not a Kingdom, yet) a small Pittance of this World. And Because, being a Man, he was to be of Some Calling, he pitched on That that was liable to least Temptations; and so was registered At Nazareth, not in the Quality of a Freeholder, but of an handicraftsman. He was but Faber Lignarius, a Wooden Smith. Had he been a Freeholder, he had had (though not a Kingdom, yet) a small Pittance of this World. cc c-acp, vbg dt n1, pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi pp-f d vvg, pns31 vvd p-acp d cst vbds j p-acp ds n2; cc av vbds vvn p-acp np1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp pp-f dt n1. pns31 vbds p-acp np1 np1, dt j n1. vhd pns31 vbn dt n1, pns31 vhd vhn (c-acp xx dt n1, av) dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 343 Page 516
2532 He might have trod his own Ground, and have breath'd his own Air, and have eaten his own Bread, without depending upon the Charity of any other man's hands, He might have trod his own Ground, and have breathed his own Air, and have eaten his own Bred, without depending upon the Charity of any other Man's hands, pns31 vmd vhi vvn po31 d n1, cc vhb vvn po31 d n1, cc vhb vvn po31 d n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn ng1 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 343 Page 516
2533 or on the Labour of his own. But he was on the contrary so poor and destitute, that he had neither Food, nor Rayment, but what he earn'd, or had given him, or on the Labour of his own. But he was on the contrary so poor and destitute, that he had neither Food, nor Raiment, but what he earned, or had given him, cc p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 d. p-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt n-jn av j cc j, cst pns31 vhd dx n1, ccx n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvn, cc vhd vvn pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 343 Page 516
2534 or got by Miracle. As long as from his Twelfth to his Thirtieth year of Age, diverse Fathers are of opinion, that he wrought for his Living in his Father in Law's Shop. Nor is there any Church-Writer who gives another Accompt of him. or god by Miracle. As long as from his Twelfth to his Thirtieth year of Age, diverse Father's Are of opinion, that he wrought for his Living in his Father in Law's Shop. Nor is there any Church-Writer who gives Another Account of him. cc vvd p-acp n1. p-acp j c-acp p-acp po31 ord p-acp po31 ord n1 pp-f n1, j n2 vbr pp-f n1, cst pns31 vvn p-acp po31 vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1|vbz n1. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 r-crq vvz j-jn vvb pp-f pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 343 Page 417
2535 And from thence until his Death he obtain'd his Bread, either by Teaching, as a Prophet, or doing good, as a Physician; Both gratuitously, and freely, although by some he was rewarded. Now that our Saviour 's way of choosing may have some Influence upon ours, and this our second Consideration may be as useful, as it is long, And from thence until his Death he obtained his Bred, either by Teaching, as a Prophet, or doing good, as a physician; Both gratuitously, and freely, although by Some he was rewarded. Now that our Saviour is Way of choosing may have Some Influence upon ours, and this our second Consideration may be as useful, as it is long, cc p-acp av c-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd po31 n1, av-d p-acp vvg, p-acp dt n1, cc vdg j, p-acp dt n1; d av-j, cc av-j, cs p-acp d pns31 vbds vvn. av cst po12 n1 vbz n1 pp-f n-vvg vmb vhi d n1 p-acp png12, cc d po12 ord n1 vmb vbi c-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 343 Page 417
2536 § 18. Let us consider, in the Third place, how God and Satan are two Competitors for our choice. Satan tempts us to joyn with Him, in his Attempts against God; § 18. Let us Consider, in the Third place, how God and Satan Are two Competitors for our choice. Satan tempts us to join with Him, in his Attempts against God; § crd vvb pno12 vvi, p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq np1 cc np1 vbr crd n2 p-acp po12 n1. np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 vvz p-acp np1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 344 Page 417
2537 God solicits us on the contrary, to side with Him against Satan. God solicits us on the contrary, to side with Him against Satan. np1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 344 Page 417
2538 Satan tempts us to Rebellion, with the Things that are seen, which are but Temporal; God solicits us to Obedience, with the Things that are not seen, which are Eternal. Satan's Proposals are to the Flesh; God's especially to the Spirit. Satan takes us up to an exceeding high Mountain, and discovers to us from thence, all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; God, on the other side, takes us up to Mount Sion, or at least takes us down to the Valley of Achor, and discovers to us from thence, the Kingdom of Heaven, and Glory of it, and saith to us in effect, (as the Devil to Christ,) All This will I give you, Satan tempts us to Rebellion, with the Things that Are seen, which Are but Temporal; God solicits us to obedience, with the Things that Are not seen, which Are Eternal. Satan's Proposals Are to the Flesh; God's especially to the Spirit. Satan Takes us up to an exceeding high Mountain, and discovers to us from thence, all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; God, on the other side, Takes us up to Mount Sion, or At least Takes us down to the Valley of Achor, and discovers to us from thence, the Kingdom of Heaven, and Glory of it, and Says to us in Effect, (as the devil to christ,) All This will I give you, np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, r-crq vbr cc-acp j; np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 cst vbr xx vvn, r-crq vbr j. npg1 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1; np1|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1. np1 vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg j n1, cc vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp av, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; np1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp vvb np1, cc p-acp ds vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp av, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (c-acp dt n1 p-acp np1,) d d vmb pns11 vvb pn22, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 344 Page 518
2539 if falling down ye will worship me. if falling down you will worship me. cs vvg p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 344 Page 518
2540 Now it remains that we consider, to which Proposal of the two our Affections and Appetites have the most reason to incline. Let's put them Both into the Scales, and then choose That that shall weigh the heaviest. Now it remains that we Consider, to which Proposal of the two our Affections and Appetites have the most reason to incline. Let's put them Both into the Scales, and then choose That that shall weigh the Heaviest. av pn31 vvz cst pns12 vvb, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt crd po12 n2 cc n2 vhb dt av-ds n1 p-acp vvb. vvb|pno12 vvi pno32 d p-acp dt n2, cc av vvi cst d vmb vvi dt js. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 344 Page 518
2541 As for the Things of this present World, the best we can say of them is This, They all are to perish in the using. As for the Things of this present World, the best we can say of them is This, They all Are to perish in the using. p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1, dt js pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 vbz d, pns32 d vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 518
2542 The World it self is but a Thing, whose Fashion passeth away. But 'tis the saddest consideration, that the World's Good things are much more dangerous than they are frail. It being a Duty extremely difficult, to use this World as not abusing it; The World it self is but a Thing, whose Fashion passes away. But it's the Saddest consideration, that the World's Good things Are much more dangerous than they Are frail. It being a Duty extremely difficult, to use this World as not abusing it; dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, rg-crq vvb vvz av. cc-acp pn31|vbz dt js n1, cst dt n1|vbz j n2 vbr av-d av-dc j cs pns32 vbr j. pn31 vbg dt n1 av-jn j, pc-acp vvi d n1 c-acp xx vvg pn31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 518
2543 And yet if we omit to perform this Duty, The richest Possessions upon Earth will but serve to purchase for us the largest Interest in Hell. And yet if we omit to perform this Duty, The Richest Possessions upon Earth will but serve to purchase for us the Largest Interest in Hell. cc av cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, dt js n2 p-acp n1 vmb cc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt js n1 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 518
2544 So that the Devil's Liberality amounts to This only, That if we will but Idolize him, he will give us whatsoever may do us Harm. He will supply us with the means of being damn'd so much the deeper. So that the Devil's Liberality amounts to This only, That if we will but Idolise him, he will give us whatsoever may do us Harm. He will supply us with the means of being damned so much the Deeper. av cst dt ng1 n1 n2 p-acp d av-j, cst cs pns12 vmb p-acp vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 r-crq vmb vdi pno12 n1. pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vbg vvn av av-d dt jc-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 519
2545 Was it (think we) for nothing, or a thing by meer chance, that as our Saviour chose Poverty (rather than Plenty) for himself, Was it (think we) for nothing, or a thing by mere chance, that as our Saviour chosen Poverty (rather than Plenty) for himself, vbds pn31 (vvb pns12) p-acp pix, cc dt n1 p-acp j vvb, cst p-acp po12 n1 vvd n1 (av-c cs n1) c-acp px31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 519
2546 so he chose such as were poor, (as well in Fortune, as in Spirit, ) to be inrich'd by his Grace, and made Inheritors of his Kingdom? Was there not (think we) something in it, that the Primitive Excellency consisted in selling all that they had, and laying it down at the Apostles Feet? The least we can gather from it is This, (And be it spoken as impartially to the due comfort of the Poor, as to the needful Humiliation of such amongst us as are Rich, ) That Poverty, though it is not exempt from All, is yet obnoxious unto fewer, and lesser Dangers. so he chosen such as were poor, (as well in Fortune, as in Spirit,) to be enriched by his Grace, and made Inheritors of his Kingdom? Was there not (think we) something in it, that the Primitive Excellency consisted in selling all that they had, and laying it down At the Apostles Feet? The least we can gather from it is This, (And be it spoken as impartially to the due Comfort of the Poor, as to the needful Humiliation of such among us as Are Rich,) That Poverty, though it is not exempt from All, is yet obnoxious unto fewer, and lesser Dangers. av pns31 vvd d c-acp vbdr j, (c-acp av p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp n1,) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 vvi, cc j-vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1? vbds pc-acp xx (vvb pns12) pi p-acp pn31, cst dt j n1 vvd p-acp vvg d cst pns32 vhd, cc vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 n2? dt ds pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 vbz d, (cc vbi pn31 vvn a-acp av-j p-acp dt j-jn vvb pp-f dt j, a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp pno12 c-acp vbr j,) cst np1-n, c-acp pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d, vbz av j p-acp d, cc jc n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 519
2547 For Riches commonly do inable us to do things to be repented; whereas Poverty helps to fit us to repent of things done. Indeed 'tis best of the two, to have Food convenient, (as Agur words it;) to be in such a mediocrity 'twixt Poverty, For Riches commonly do inable us to do things to be repented; whereas Poverty helps to fit us to Repent of things done. Indeed it's best of the two, to have Food convenient, (as Agur words it;) to be in such a mediocrity betwixt Poverty, p-acp n2 av-j vdb j pno12 p-acp vdb n2 pc-acp vbi vvn; cs n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvb pp-f n2 vdn. av pn31|vbz js pp-f dt crd, pc-acp vhi n1 j, (c-acp vvb n2 pn31;) pc-acp vbi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 519
2548 and Plenty, as not to be pinched with the former, nor too much loaded with the later. Agur prayed against Both; but for different reasons. and Plenty, as not to be pinched with the former, nor too much loaded with the later. Agur prayed against Both; but for different Reasons. cc n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j, ccx av d vvn p-acp dt jc. np1 vvd p-acp av-d; p-acp p-acp j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 520
2549 He prayed against Poverty, as apt to make him turn Thief; But he prayed against Riches, as apt to make him turn Atheist. Now by how much it is worse to be an Atheist, than a Thief, by so much Riches should make a sadder, and a more formidable Condition. He prayed against Poverty, as apt to make him turn Thief; But he prayed against Riches, as apt to make him turn Atheist. Now by how much it is Worse to be an Atheist, than a Thief, by so much Riches should make a sadder, and a more formidable Condition. pns31 vvd p-acp n1, p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi n1; p-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n2, p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi n1. av p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi dt n1, cs dt n1, p-acp av d n2 vmd vvi dt jc, cc dt dc j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 520
2550 And 'twas perhaps for this reason, (amongst some others,) that the most Learned of all our Kings thought Him the happiest man in England, who by his Quality and Estate had a middle Station, betwixt an High Constable, and a Iustice of Peace. For such a man is neither held to be Poor nor Rich. He has not the Indigence of the one, And 'twas perhaps for this reason, (among Some Others,) that the most Learned of all our Kings Thought Him the Happiest man in England, who by his Quality and Estate had a middle Station, betwixt an High Constable, and a justice of Peace. For such a man is neither held to be Poor nor Rich. He has not the Indigence of the one, cc pn31|vbds av p-acp d n1, (p-acp d n2-jn,) cst dt av-ds j pp-f d po12 n2 vvn pno31 dt js n1 p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vhd dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp d dt n1 vbz av-dx vvn pc-acp vbi j ccx np1 pns31 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f dt crd, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 520
2551 nor the Vexation of the other. Is freer from Contempt, and from Envy too. nor the Vexation of the other. Is freer from Contempt, and from Envy too. ccx dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. vbz jc p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvb av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 520
2552 Has weaker Temptations, and fewer Troubles. This is to be fed with Food convenient. And This is the Condition which Agur pray'd for. Has Weaker Temptations, and fewer Troubles. This is to be fed with Food convenient. And This is the Condition which Agur prayed for. vhz jc n2, cc d vvz. d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 j. cc d vbz dt n1 r-crq vvb vvd p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 520
2553 But that Scarceness in it self is safer for us (of the two) than Superfluity, we may infer from That Method which the Devil here used against our Saviour: who, according as his Prosperities did fall, or rise, did ever find his Temptations to ebb, or flow. And we know the lowest ebb can but leave us dry, whereas the Tyde of Prosperity is apt to drown us. But that Scarceness in it self is safer for us (of the two) than Superfluity, we may infer from That Method which the devil Here used against our Saviour: who, according as his Prosperities did fallen, or rise, did ever find his Temptations to ebb, or flow. And we know the lowest ebb can but leave us dry, whereas the Tide of Prosperity is apt to drown us. p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vbz jc p-acp pno12 (pp-f dt crd) av n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 av vvn p-acp po12 n1: r-crq, vvg p-acp po31 n2 vdd vvi, cc vvb, vdd av vvi po31 n2 p-acp vvi, cc vvb. cc pns12 vvb dt js vvb vmb p-acp vvi pno12 j, cs dt vvd pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp vvb pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 521
2554 So frail, and so worthless, yea and so dangerous are the Things, by which the Rival of our Maker most strongly tempts us. So frail, and so worthless, yea and so dangerous Are the Things, by which the Rival of our Maker most strongly tempts us. np1 j, cc av j, uh cc av j vbr dt n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 ds av-j vvz pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 345 Page 521
2555 Weigh we next the Good Things, not only of This, but a better World, wherewith the God who may despise, vouchsafes to court us. Weigh we next the Good Things, not only of This, but a better World, wherewith the God who may despise, vouchsafes to court us. vvb po12 ord dt j n2, xx av-j pp-f d, p-acp dt jc n1, c-crq dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi, vvz p-acp vvb pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 521
2556 He does not only court us with the Promise of a Deliverance, from a Bottomless Lake of Fire and Brimstone, where the Worm dyeth not, He does not only court us with the Promise of a Deliverance, from a Bottomless Lake of Fire and Brimstone, where the Worm Dies not, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 521
2557 and where the Fire is not quenched; and where the Fire is not quenched; cc c-crq dt n1 vbz xx vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 521
2558 Nor seek to win us only by Promises of a Crown immarcescible, of Ioys unspeakable, and endless, such as our Hearts cannot hold, Nor seek to win us only by Promises of a Crown immarcescible, of Joys unspeakable, and endless, such as our Hearts cannot hold, ccx vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j p-acp vvz pp-f dt n1 j, pp-f n2 j, cc j, d c-acp po12 n2 vmbx vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 521
2559 nor our Tongues utter, nor our Reasons comprehend, nor our Fansies reach; nor our Tongues utter, nor our Reasons comprehend, nor our Fancies reach; ccx po12 n2 vvi, ccx po12 n2 vvi, ccx po12 n2 vvi; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 521
2560 But farther obliges and indears us with a world of Bounties whilst we are Here. For Every man in the World has all the World in Epitome; But farther obliges and endears us with a world of Bounties while we Are Here. For Every man in the World has all the World in Epitome; cc-acp av-jc vvz cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cs pns12 vbr av. p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 521
2561 and that not only as to the sight, but injoyment also, until he forfeits his Birthright by the High Treason of his Debauches. Till then (I say) he has a world, both to possess, and to injoy, not only within, but without him also. and that not only as to the sighed, but enjoyment also, until he forfeits his Birthright by the High Treason of his Debauches. Till then (I say) he has a world, both to possess, and to enjoy, not only within, but without him also. cc cst xx av-j a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 av, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvz. c-acp av (pns11 vvb) pns31 vhz dt n1, d p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi, xx av-j p-acp, p-acp p-acp pno31 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 522
2562 The world within him is so evident, and so very much resembling the world without him, (far beyond what the Romans had made its Hieroglyphick, or Embleme, ) that there is hardly any thing namable, either in Heaven, or in Earth, to which there is not something analogous, either in the Body, or Soul of Man. The Truth of which saying will soon appear, to whosoever will take the pains (as Augustine Mascardus has somewhere done) to draw a Parallel of Particulars. The world within him is so evident, and so very much resembling the world without him, (Far beyond what the Romans had made its Hieroglyphic, or Emblem,) that there is hardly any thing namable, either in Heaven, or in Earth, to which there is not something analogous, either in the Body, or Soul of Man. The Truth of which saying will soon appear, to whosoever will take the pains (as Augustine Mascardus has somewhere done) to draw a Parallel of Particulars. dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz av j, cc av av av-d vvg dt n1 p-acp pno31, (av-j p-acp r-crq dt np1 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc n1,) cst pc-acp vbz av d n1 j, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz xx pi j, d p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvg vmb av vvi, p-acp r-crq vmb vvi dt n2 (c-acp np1 np1 vhz av vdn) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 522
2563 And then for the world without his Person, 'tis plain that That is within his Power. For all the Earth is his walk, if he please to use it. And then for the world without his Person, it's plain that That is within his Power. For all the Earth is his walk, if he please to use it. cc av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31|vbz j d cst vbz p-acp po31 n1. p-acp d dt n1 vbz po31 vvi, cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 522
2564 He has Regions of Air wherein to Breathe: Many Rivers of Water to quench his Thirst: And an Element of Fire to keep him warm. So that if he has an House which will but hold him, He has Regions of Air wherein to Breathe: Many rivers of Water to quench his Thirst: And an Element of Fire to keep him warm. So that if he has an House which will but hold him, pns31 vhz n2 pp-f n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb: d n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 vvb: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 j. av cst cs pns31 vhz dt n1 r-crq vmb p-acp vvb pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 522
2565 and Meat as much as he can hold, and as much Rayment as he can carry, he has certainly as much as a man undebauch't knows what to do with; and Meat as much as he can hold, and as much Raiment as he can carry, he has Certainly as much as a man undebauched knows what to do with; cc n1 p-acp d c-acp pns31 vmb vvi, cc c-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz av-j c-acp d c-acp dt n1 j-vvn vvz r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 522
2566 and what a madness is it for him to covet more? For how much worse than a Brutality must we needs have exchanged our human Nature, when nothing can please us but what's forbidden? and when nothing is forbidden, but what 'twill mischief us to injoy? How many Pleasures and Recreations has God been bountifully pleas'd to make lawful for us? freely giving us the Liberty, to choose as much as will do us good? Musick is allow'd us to please our Ears; Perfumes to gratifie our Smelling; and what a madness is it for him to covet more? For how much Worse than a Brutality must we needs have exchanged our human Nature, when nothing can please us but what's forbidden? and when nothing is forbidden, but what it'll mischief us to enjoy? How many Pleasures and Recreations has God been bountifully pleased to make lawful for us? freely giving us the Liberty, to choose as much as will do us good? Music is allowed us to please our Ears; Perfumes to gratify our Smelling; cc q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1? c-acp c-crq d jc cs dt n1 vmb pns12 av vhb vvn po12 j n1, c-crq pix vmb vvi pno12 cc-acp q-crq|vbz vvn? cc c-crq pix vbz vvn, p-acp r-crq pn31|vmb n1 pno12 p-acp vvi? q-crq d ng1 cc n2 vhz np1 vbn av-j vvn pc-acp vvi j p-acp pno12? av-j vvg pno12 dt n1, p-acp vvb p-acp d c-acp vmb vdi pno12 j? n1 vbz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2; vvz pc-acp vvi po12 j-vvg; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 523
2567 the beautiful Structure of the Universe to feed our Eyes with Admiration. Rich Variety of Meats to treat our Palates with, when we are hungry; the beautiful Structure of the Universe to feed our Eyes with Admiration. Rich Variety of Meats to Treat our Palates with, when we Are hungry; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1. j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp, c-crq pns12 vbr j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 523
2568 the most desirable Felicity of quenching our Thirst, when we are dry; the great and innocent Sensuality of warming our Selves when we are cold. the most desirable Felicity of quenching our Thirst, when we Are dry; the great and innocent Sensuality of warming our Selves when we Are cold. dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vvg po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j; dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f vvg po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbr j-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 523
2569 And seeing the old Rule in Logick is indisputably True, That the whole Nature of every Species is in each single Individual: And seeing the old Rule in Logic is indisputably True, That the Whole Nature of every Species is in each single Individu: np1 vvg dt j n1 p-acp n1 vbz av-j j, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp d j j-jn: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 523
2570 God has made it both a needless and sensless Thing, for any man to covet his Neighbour's Wife, by having graciously allow'd him the happy Society of his own. Now since Every man in particular does as really injoy the whole Influence of the Heavens, God has made it both a needless and senseless Thing, for any man to covet his Neighbour's Wife, by having graciously allowed him the happy Society of his own. Now since Every man in particular does as really enjoy the Whole Influence of the Heavens, np1 vhz vvn pn31 d dt j cc j n1, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1, p-acp vhg av-j vvn pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po31 d. av p-acp d n1 p-acp j vdz p-acp av-j vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 523
2571 as if It were shed upon Him alone, in so much that his injoyment of Heat and Light would be no greater, in case he were Monarch of all the world; as if It were shed upon Him alone, in so much that his enjoyment of Heat and Light would be no greater, in case he were Monarch of all the world; c-acp cs pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31 av-j, p-acp av d d po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vbi dx jc, p-acp n1 pns31 vbdr n1 pp-f d dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 524
2572 Can it be other than an irrational and an absurd kind of wickedness, if, whilst we lawfully injoy the whole benefit of the Sun, we shall esteem it a want of Happiness, that another man injoys it as well as we? if, Can it be other than an irrational and an absurd kind of wickedness, if, while we lawfully enjoy the Whole benefit of the Sun, we shall esteem it a want of Happiness, that Another man enjoys it as well as we? if, vmb pn31 vbi j-jn cs dt j cc dt j j pp-f n1, cs, cs pns12 av-j vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 dt vvb pp-f n1, cst j-jn n1 vvz pn31 a-acp av c-acp pns12? cs, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 524
2573 whilst our own Cisterns are running over, we shall not be able to be satisfied, unless with stoln Waters? Is there nothing will stay our Stomachs, while our own Cisterns Are running over, we shall not be able to be satisfied, unless with stolen Waters? Is there nothing will stay our Stomachs, cs po12 d n2 vbr vvg a-acp, pns12 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn, cs p-acp j-vvn n2? vbz a-acp pix vmb vvi po12 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 524
2574 but the Bread of Dishonesty? Will nothing content us throughout our Iourney, (for which God has given us so plain an High-way wherein to walk, ) but the removing of signal Land-Marks, and the breaking up of Hedges, and leaping over God's Mounds? and this at a time whilst we are told, that as our Iourney is long, so our Time is little, but the Bred of Dishonesty? Will nothing content us throughout our Journey, (for which God has given us so plain an Highway wherein to walk,) but the removing of signal Land-Marks, and the breaking up of Hedges, and leaping over God's Mounds? and this At a time while we Are told, that as our Journey is long, so our Time is little, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vmb pix vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, (p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 av j dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb,) p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 n2, cc dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2, cc vvg p-acp npg1 n2? cc d p-acp dt n1 cs pns12 vbr vvn, cst p-acp po12 n1 vbz j, av po12 n1 vbz j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 524
2575 and yet Eternity depends on the usage of it? Must we needs be still coveting another's House, another's Land, another's Servant, another's Wife, and yet Eternity depends on the usage of it? Must we needs be still coveting another's House, another's Land, another's Servant, another's Wife, cc av n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? vmb pns12 av vbb av vvg j-jn n1, j-jn n1, j-jn n1, j-jn n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 524
2576 or somewhat else which is anothers, and that at the Instant of our abounding in two whole worlds which are our own? No, let us rather bespeak our Tempter, as Ioseph did his kind Mistress, How can we do so great a wickedness? which way shall we be able to set about it? Had Potiphar been a jealous man, or a cruel Master, Ioseph might have done much, at the frequent Intreaties of a Mistress. But He, considering how his Master had withheld nothing from him, besides his Wife, and intrusted him too with Her, as well as with his whole Substance, could not in Gratitude to his Master accept the Favour of his Mistress. He could not sin against so manifold and great a Trust. So, or somewhat Else which is another's, and that At the Instant of our abounding in two Whole world's which Are our own? No, let us rather bespeak our Tempter, as Ioseph did his kind Mistress, How can we do so great a wickedness? which Way shall we be able to Set about it? Had Potiphar been a jealous man, or a cruel Master, Ioseph might have done much, At the frequent Entreaties of a Mistress. But He, considering how his Master had withheld nothing from him, beside his Wife, and Entrusted him too with Her, as well as with his Whole Substance, could not in Gratitude to his Master accept the Favour of his Mistress. He could not sin against so manifold and great a Trust. So, cc av av r-crq vbz j-jn, cc cst p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po12 vvg p-acp crd j-jn n2 r-crq vbr po12 d? uh-dx, vvb pno12 av-c vvb po12 n1, p-acp np1 vdd po31 j n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av j dt n1? r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31? vhd np1 vbn dt j n1, cc dt j n1, np1 vmd vhi vdn d, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. p-acp pns31, vvg c-crq po31 vvb vhd vvn pix p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn pno31 av p-acp po31, a-acp av c-acp p-acp po31 j-jn n1, vmd xx p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvb vvi dt vvb pp-f po31 n1. pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp av j cc j dt n1 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 525
2577 if God had been a Wilderness to any of us, tyed us up from All Comforts, or left but few things lawful for us, we might then have sin'd against him with more excuse. But considering his Bounty, and Goodness towards us, his leaving it in our power to pick and choose our Contentments in great Variety, and his withholding nothing from us, if God had been a Wilderness to any of us, tied us up from All Comforts, or left but few things lawful for us, we might then have sinned against him with more excuse. But considering his Bounty, and goodness towards us, his leaving it in our power to pick and choose our Contentment's in great Variety, and his withholding nothing from us, cs np1 vhd vbn dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pno12, vvd pno12 a-acp p-acp d n2, cc vvn p-acp d n2 j p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd av vhi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dc vvi. p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp pno12, po31 vvg pn31 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvb cc vvb po12 ng1 p-acp j n1, cc po31 vvg pix p-acp pno12, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 525
2578 but what will hurt us in the Possession; we ought to stir up his Grace, as well as our own good Nature in us, to an effectual Resistance of the most powerful Temptations, which shall at any time indeavour to debauch us into Rebellion; and say with Ioseph, How can we do so great a wickedness against a Deity so obliging? How can we possibly be so ingrateful? but what will hurt us in the Possession; we ought to stir up his Grace, as well as our own good Nature in us, to an effectual Resistance of the most powerful Temptations, which shall At any time endeavour to debauch us into Rebellion; and say with Ioseph, How can we do so great a wickedness against a Deity so obliging? How can we possibly be so ingrateful? cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1; pns12 vmd p-acp vvb a-acp po31 vvi, c-acp av c-acp po12 d j n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2, r-crq vmb p-acp d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1; cc vvz p-acp np1, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av vvg? q-crq vmb pns12 av-j vbi av j? (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 346 Page 525
2579 § 19. Having therefore briefly weigh'd the Rival-objects of our choice; and seen the very vast Difference between the Things of this praesent, and future world; § 19. Having Therefore briefly weighed the Rival-objects of our choice; and seen the very vast Difference between the Things of this present, and future world; § crd vhg av av-j vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; cc vvn dt j j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j, cc j-jn n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2580 yea between the same Things of this present world, as they are differently offer'd, by God, and Satan; by God on the one side, yea between the same Things of this present world, as they Are differently offered, by God, and Satan; by God on the one side, uh p-acp dt d n2 pp-f d j n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn, p-acp np1, cc np1; p-acp np1 p-acp dt crd n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2581 as they are sanctified into Blessings; and on the other side by Satan, as they are turn'd into a Curse; by God, as of Right, and by Satan, as of Sufferance; by God in such a Measure, as has a Tendency to our Good, and by Satan in such an extravagance, as is in order to our undoing; by God, to satisfie our Appetites, as they Are sanctified into Blessings; and on the other side by Satan, as they Are turned into a Curse; by God, as of Right, and by Satan, as of Sufferance; by God in such a Measure, as has a Tendency to our Good, and by Satan in such an extravagance, as is in order to our undoing; by God, to satisfy our Appetites, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt vvb; p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f j-jn, cc p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f n1; p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vhz dt n1 p-acp po12 j, cc p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vvg; p-acp np1, p-acp vvi po12 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2582 and by Satan, to inlarge them; and by Satan, to enlarge them; cc p-acp np1, p-acp vvb pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2583 by God, as obligations to Love and Gratitude, and by Satan, as excitements to Pride and Luxury; By God, as Directives to the great End of our Creation, by God, as obligations to Love and Gratitude, and by Satan, as excitements to Pride and Luxury; By God, as Directives to the great End of our Creation, p-acp np1, p-acp n2 p-acp vvb cc n1, cc p-acp np1, p-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp np1, p-acp n2 p-acp dt j vvb pp-f po12 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2584 and by Satan, as Amusements to keep us from it; and by Satan, as Amusements to keep us from it; cc p-acp np1, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2585 we cannot take a better course, when Satan tempts us (as he did Christ ) with the Greatness of the World, we cannot take a better course, when Satan tempts us (as he did christ) with the Greatness of the World, pns12 vmbx vvi dt jc n1, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 (c-acp pns31 vdd np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 526
2586 and the Glory of it, than to reflect upon our Solemn Baptismal Vow, and by consequence to fight against the Prince of this World, and utterly to forsake its Pomps and Vanities; Not to walk according to the Course of this world; and the Glory of it, than to reflect upon our Solemn Baptismal Voelli, and by consequence to fight against the Prince of this World, and utterly to forsake its Pomps and Vanities; Not to walk according to the Course of this world; cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j j vvb, cc p-acp n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av-j p-acp vvb po31 n2 cc n2; xx pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 527
2587 to fear its Friendship; to hate its Wisdom; to suspect its Power, and to scorn its Glory; to crucifie the world unto our selves, to Fear its Friendship; to hate its Wisdom; to suspect its Power, and to scorn its Glory; to crucify the world unto our selves, p-acp vvb po31 n1; p-acp vvb po31 n1; p-acp vvb po31 n1, cc p-acp vvb po31 n1; p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 527
2588 and our selves unto the world; and our selves unto the world; cc po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 527
2589 to keep our selves unspotted and undefiled from the world; And, whilst our vile Bodies are here on Earth, to have our Conversations at least in Heaven. to keep our selves unspotted and undefiled from the world; And, while our vile Bodies Are Here on Earth, to have our Conversations At least in Heaven. pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j cc j p-acp dt n1; cc, cs po12 j n2 vbr av p-acp n1, pc-acp vhi po12 n2 p-acp ds p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 347 Page 527
2590 § 20. These are the Lessons we are to learn, from the First observable in the Text, § 20. These Are the Lessons we Are to Learn, from the First observable in the Text, § crd d vbr dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt ord j p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 348 Page 527
2591 and such as prompt me to proceed to the consideration of the Second. For of the many and cogent Arguments whereby to make our selves think meanly of the Things which we admire, This is none of the least, That they are not only in God's Gift, (by a natural Right, ) But many times (by His leave ) in the Devil's also. For thus rnn the words of The next Particular in the Division, and such as prompt me to proceed to the consideration of the Second. For of the many and cogent Arguments whereby to make our selves think meanly of the Things which we admire, This is none of the least, That they Are not only in God's Gift, (by a natural Right,) But many times (by His leave) in the Devil's also. For thus rnn the words of The next Particular in the Division, cc d c-acp vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord. p-acp pp-f dt d cc j n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vvb av-j pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvi, d vbz pix pp-f dt ds, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j p-acp npg1 n1, (p-acp dt j j-jn,) cc-acp d n2 (p-acp po31 n1) p-acp dt ng1 av. c-acp av vvn dt n2 pp-f dt ord j p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 348 Page 527
2592 That all the Goods of This world, however lovely they may appear to the misty Eye of Carnality, are yet by God's Patience, and wise Permission, (at least successively, though not at once, ) in the Devil's Proffer, and Disposal. That all the Goods of This world, however lovely they may appear to the misty Eye of Carnality, Are yet by God's Patience, and wise Permission, (At least successively, though not At once,) in the Devil's Proffer, and Disposal. cst d dt n2-j pp-f d n1, c-acp j pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j vvb pp-f n1, vbr av p-acp npg1 n1, cc j n1, (p-acp ds av-j, c-acp xx p-acp a-acp,) p-acp dt n1|vbz n1, cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 349 Page 527
2593 First I must evidence that so it Is. Next I must guess at the Reasons why. And last of all I must proceed, to shew the manifold Advantage and Use of Both. First I must evidence that so it Is. Next I must guess At the Reasons why. And last of all I must proceed, to show the manifold Advantage and Use of Both. ord pns11 vmb n1 cst av pn31 np1 ord pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 c-crq. cc ord pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc vvb pp-f d (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 350 Page 528
2594 § 1. That so it is may be evinced more ways than one; § 1. That so it is may be evinced more ways than one; § crd cst av pn31 vbz vmb vbi vvn av-dc n2 cs crd; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 351 Page 528
2595 From Scripture, from Reason, and from Experience. It is so evident from Scripture, (wherein our Saviour calls Satan The Prince of this World, St. Paul the Ruler, and the God too,) that the Devil in one sense said not amiss unto our Saviour, NONLATINALPHABET, the power of this world is deliver'd to me, as That does signifie by an Hebraism, that God does suffer or permit him to rob the Innocent, From Scripture, from Reason, and from Experience. It is so evident from Scripture, (wherein our Saviour calls Satan The Prince of this World, Saint Paul the Ruler, and the God too,) that the devil in one sense said not amiss unto our Saviour,, the power of this world is Delivered to me, as That does signify by an Hebraism, that God does suffer or permit him to rob the Innocent, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. pn31 vbz av j p-acp n1, (c-crq po12 n1 vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 np1 dt n1, cc dt np1 av,) cst dt n1 p-acp crd n1 vvd xx av p-acp po12 n1,, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, p-acp cst vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vdz vvi cc vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 351 Page 528
2596 and to heap Riches upon the Guilty, and so to dispose of whole Kingdoms to the Sons of Violence and Oppression, who call their strength the Law of Iustice. 'Tis true, the words of the Devil, (as St. Luke sets them down) are clearly spoken as by a Sophister; who, (according to his Custom) being aequivocal or homonymous in what he says, does cunningly mix a little Truth with the greatest falshood to be imagin'd. and to heap Riches upon the Guilty, and so to dispose of Whole Kingdoms to the Sons of Violence and Oppression, who call their strength the Law of Justice It's true, the words of the devil, (as Saint Lycia sets them down) Are clearly spoken as by a Sophister; who, (according to his Custom) being equivocal or homonymous in what he Says, does cunningly mix a little Truth with the greatest falsehood to be imagined. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j, cc av pc-acp vvi pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb po32 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31|vbz j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (c-acp n1 av vvz pno32 a-acp) vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1; r-crq, (vvg p-acp po31 n1) vbg j cc j p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, vdz av-jn vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt js n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 351 Page 528
2597 For if he means that God Almighty has put the world into his hands, and intrusted him, (as a Deputy ) to pass a Right of Possession on whom He pleaseth, there is nothing more false than his NONLATINALPHABET; (which will be made to appear in its proper place.) But if his meaning is only This, That God is pleas'd to let him alone in his Course of wickedness for a Time, and permits him to be mischievous as far as his Fetters and Chain will reach, nothing is truer than That Assertion from the Father of Lyes. And nothing can shew its Truth better, For if he means that God Almighty has put the world into his hands, and Entrusted him, (as a Deputy) to pass a Right of Possession on whom He Pleases, there is nothing more false than his; (which will be made to appear in its proper place.) But if his meaning is only This, That God is pleased to let him alone in his Course of wickedness for a Time, and permits him to be mischievous as Far as his Fetters and Chain will reach, nothing is truer than That Assertion from the Father of Lies. And nothing can show its Truth better, p-acp cs pns31 vvz cst np1 np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvn pno31, (c-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs po31; (r-crq vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1.) p-acp cs po31 n1 vbz av-j d, cst np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi j c-acp av-j c-acp po31 n2 cc vvb vmb vvi, pix vbz jc cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cc pix vmb vvi po31 n1 av-jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 351 Page 529
2598 than such a Scriptural Example as That of Iob. than such a Scriptural Exampl as That of Job cs d dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f zz (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 351 Page 529
2599 § 2. He (we know) was a perfect, and upright man: A man fearing God, and eschewing Evil. As to the purity of his Life, he had not his Equal in all the Earth. § 2. He (we know) was a perfect, and upright man: A man fearing God, and Eschewing Evil. As to the purity of his Life, he had not his Equal in all the Earth. § crd pns31 (pns12 vvb) vbds dt j, cc av-j n1: dt n1 vvg np1, cc vvg np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vhd xx po31 j-jn p-acp d dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 529
2600 In so much that God upbraided and vexed Satan with his Integrity. In so much that God upbraided and vexed Satan with his Integrity. p-acp av av-d cst np1 vvn cc vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 529
2601 Yet even All that Iob had (and we know he had a world) was left by God in the Devil's Power. For no sooner had Satan said, Put forth thine Hand now, Yet even All that Job had (and we know he had a world) was left by God in the Devil's Power. For no sooner had Satan said, Put forth thine Hand now, av av d cst np1 vhd (cc pns12 vvb pns31 vhd dt n1) vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1|vbz n1. p-acp av-dx av-c vhd np1 vvd, vvb av po21 n1 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 529
2602 and touch all he hath, And he will curse thee to thy face; but God return'd him this Answer, All that he hath is in thy Power: and touch all he hath, And he will curse thee to thy face; but God returned him this Answer, All that he hath is in thy Power: cc vvb d pns31 vhz, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1; p-acp np1 vvd pno31 d n1, d cst pns31 vhz vbz p-acp po21 n1: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 529
2603 only upon Himself do not put thine Hand forth. only upon Himself do not put thine Hand forth. av-j p-acp px31 vdb xx vvi po21 n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 529
2604 'Tis plain the Devil is God's Pris'ner; for there we have the length of the Chain that holds him. It's plain the devil is God's Prisoner; for there we have the length of the Chain that holds him. pn31|vbz j dt n1 vbz npg1 n1; p-acp a-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt vvb cst vvz pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2605 It did not reach to Iob's Person, but only to his Possessions. And to Them so universally, that the Devil dispos'd of All to his prime Instruments upon Earth; It did not reach to Iob's Person, but only to his Possessions. And to Them so universally, that the devil disposed of All to his prime Instruments upon Earth; pn31 vdd xx vvi p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp j p-acp po31 n2. cc p-acp pno32 av av-j, cst dt n1 vvn pp-f d p-acp po31 j-jn n2 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2606 The Sabaeans, the Chaldaeans, the Fire, and the Whirlwind. The Sabaeans, the Chaldaeans, the Fire, and the Whirlwind. dt n2, dt njp2, dt n1, cc dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2607 He sent his Journey-men, the Sabaeans, to plunder Iob of his Oxen, to take his Asses into Possession, He sent his Journeymen, the Sabaeans, to plunder Job of his Oxen, to take his Asses into Possession, pns31 vvd po31 n2, dt n2, pc-acp vvi np1 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2608 and slay his Servants with the edge of the Sword. and slay his Servants with the edge of the Sword. cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2609 Employed the Fire to kill his Sheep and his Shepherds. To the Chaldaeans he bequeathed Iob 's stock of Camels, together with the Lives of those that kept them. Employed the Fire to kill his Sheep and his Shepherd's. To the Chaldaeans he bequeathed Job is stock of Camels, together with the Lives of those that kept them. vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n2. p-acp dt njp2 pns31 vvd np1 vbz n1 pp-f n2, av p-acp dt vvz pp-f d d vvd pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2610 And then for his Children, both Sons and Daughters, the Devil gave them all up unto the Wind out of the Wilderness, which blew down the House (wherein they were met) upon their Heads. After This the bassl'd Tempter was thus insulted over by God; Hast thou consider'd my Servant Job, who holdeth fast his Integrity, And then for his Children, both Sons and Daughters, the devil gave them all up unto the Wind out of the Wilderness, which blew down the House (wherein they were met) upon their Heads. After This the bassled Tempter was thus insulted over by God; Hast thou considered my Servant Job, who holds fast his Integrity, cc av p-acp po31 n2, d n2 cc n2, dt n1 vvd pno32 d a-acp p-acp dt vvb av pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd a-acp dt n1 (c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn) p-acp po32 n2. p-acp d dt j-vvn n1 vbds av vvd a-acp p-acp np1; vh2 pns21 vvn po11 n1 n1, r-crq vvz av-j po31 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2611 although thou movedst me against him to swallow him up without a Cause? Satan therefore ask't Sufferance to tempt him farther; to smite the Body of Iob with Byles; and to smite him Cap a Pe too, from Head to Foot. although thou movedst me against him to swallow him up without a Cause? Satan Therefore asked Sufferance to tempt him farther; to smite the Body of Job with Byles; and to smite him Cap a Pe too, from Head to Foot. cs pns21 vvd2 pno11 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1? np1 av vvd n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 jc; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1; cc pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 dt np1 av, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 530
2612 His chain, Before, was very long; It reach't as far as Iob's All, besides his Person. In so much that of the Richest, he became the very Poorest of all the People: His chain, Before, was very long; It reached as Far as Iob's All, beside his Person. In so much that of the Richest, he became the very Poorest of all the People: po31 vvb, p-acp, vbds av av-j; pn31 vvn c-acp av-j c-acp npg1 np1, p-acp po31 n1. p-acp av av-d cst pp-f dt js, pns31 vvd dt j js pp-f d dt n1: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 531
2613 For 'tis a Proverb, and an Hyperbole, to say a man is as poor as Iob. But now the Chain is made longer by one considerable Link. For having nothing left to him, For it's a Proverb, and an Hyperbole, to say a man is as poor as Job But now the Chain is made longer by one considerable Link. For having nothing left to him, c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1, cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz p-acp j c-acp zz p-acp av dt vvb vbz vvn jc p-acp crd j vvi. p-acp vhg pix vvn p-acp pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 531
2614 except a Body and a Soul, and (what was much worse than nothing) a vexing Wife, (a Wife whom the Devil had leave enough to take from him, except a Body and a Soul, and (what was much Worse than nothing) a vexing Wife, (a Wife whom the devil had leave enough to take from him, c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cc (r-crq vbds d jc cs pix) dt vvg n1, (dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd vvi d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 531
2615 but would not use it,) now at last his Body too is in the power of the Destroyer, who disposed of his Flesh to the very Bone; Nor is there any thing exempted, besides his Soul. but would not use it,) now At last his Body too is in the power of the Destroyer, who disposed of his Flesh to the very Bone; Nor is there any thing exempted, beside his Soul. cc-acp vmd xx vvi pn31,) av p-acp ord po31 n1 av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1; ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 vvn, p-acp po31 n1 (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 352 Page 531
2616 § 3. Thus we see by Example, how great a stroak the Devil carrys, (by God's long Sufferance, § 3. Thus we see by Exampl, how great a stroke the devil carrys, (by God's long Sufferance, § crd av pns12 vvb p-acp n1, c-crq j dt n1 dt n1 vvz, (p-acp npg1 j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 531
2617 and Permission,) in the outward management of the World. and Permission,) in the outward management of the World. cc n1,) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 531
2618 That is to say, in the Disposal of all Those Things, which do pass amongst men for great and glorious. How was Satan permitted to harden Pharaoh, to inrage Sennacherib, to excite Nebuchadnezzar, against the Israel of God? and to dispose of all they had, according to his own Lust? Should I produce as many Examples as are producible out of Scripture, That is to say, in the Disposal of all Those Things, which do pass among men for great and glorious. How was Satan permitted to harden Pharaoh, to enrage Sennacherib, to excite Nebuchadnezzar, against the Israel of God? and to dispose of all they had, according to his own Lust? Should I produce as many Examples as Are producible out of Scripture, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2, r-crq vdb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp j cc j. q-crq vbds np1 vvn pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1? cc p-acp vvb pp-f d pns32 vhd, vvg p-acp po31 d n1? vmd pns11 vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp vbr j av pp-f n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 532
2619 and dwell on each as I have done in the Case of Iob, I should be in some danger of being Endless. It shall therefore suffice me to say in brief, That whensoever one man invades another man's Right, or whensoever one Nation usurps Dominion over another, against that Precept of God and Nature writ in every man's Heart, [ What thou ▪ wouldest that no man should do to thee, do Thou to no man, ] or against those other Precepts, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not covet, Thou shalt not covet thy Neighbour's House, (much less his House with all his Land too,) nay Thou shalt not covet any thing (much less All ) that is thy Neighbours; and dwell on each as I have done in the Case of Job, I should be in Some danger of being Endless. It shall Therefore suffice me to say in brief, That whensoever one man invades Another Man's Right, or whensoever one nation usurps Dominion over Another, against that Precept of God and Nature writ in every Man's Heart, [ What thou ▪ Wouldst that no man should do to thee, do Thou to no man, ] or against those other Precepts, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not covet, Thou shalt not covet thy Neighbour's House, (much less his House with all his Land too,) nay Thou shalt not covet any thing (much less All) that is thy Neighbours; cc vvi p-acp d c-acp pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmd vbi p-acp d n1 pp-f vbg j. pn31 vmb av vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp j, cst c-crq pi n1 vvz j-jn ng1 av-jn, cc c-crq crd n1 vvz n1 p-acp n-jn, p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d ng1 n1, [ q-crq pns21 ▪ vmd2 cst dx n1 vmd vdi p-acp pno21, vdb pns21 pc-acp dx n1, ] cc p-acp d j-jn n2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 ng1 n1, (av-d dc po31 n1 p-acp d po31 n1 av,) uh pns21 vm2 xx vvi d n1 (av-d dc d) cst vbz po21 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 532
2620 'tis not God, but the Devil, who is the Author of That Injustice. God does patiently permit, and invisibly over-rule, and wisely order such Perpetrations, to many most worthy and righteous Ends, which in part we well know, it's not God, but the devil, who is the Author of That Injustice. God does patiently permit, and invisibly overrule, and wisely order such Perpetrations, to many most worthy and righteous Ends, which in part we well know, pn31|vbz xx np1, p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1. np1 vdz av-j vvi, cc av-j vvi, cc av-j n1 d n2, p-acp d av-ds j cc j n2, r-crq p-acp n1 pns12 av vvb, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 532
2621 and in part we know not, (touching which I shall speak in their proper place;) But still the Robberies and Invasions are the Contrivances of the Devil. Now in every such Invasion there are two Parties tempted; and in part we know not, (touching which I shall speak in their proper place;) But still the Robberies and Invasions Are the Contrivances of the devil. Now in every such Invasion there Are two Parties tempted; cc p-acp n1 pns12 vvb xx, (vvg r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po32 j n1;) cc-acp av dt n2 cc n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1. av p-acp d d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 532
2622 one with loss, and another with Acquisition. They that suffer the Injustice are strongly tempted with Affliction; And They that do it are tempted worse, because with the Bait of a Prosperity which in such case is irresistible. The Devil trys with one Action to murder two Souls at once. Two at once, in case the Robbery does only lye betwixt Man and Man. But many Thousands of them at once, one with loss, and Another with Acquisition. They that suffer the Injustice Are strongly tempted with Affliction; And They that do it Are tempted Worse, Because with the Bait of a Prosperity which in such case is irresistible. The devil trys with one Actium to murder two Souls At once. Two At once, in case the Robbery does only lie betwixt Man and Man. But many Thousands of them At once, crd p-acp n1, cc j-jn p-acp n1. pns32 d vvb dt n1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1; cc pns32 d vdb pn31 vbr vvn av-jc, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq p-acp d n1 vbz j. dt n1 n2 p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi crd n2 p-acp a-acp. crd p-acp a-acp, p-acp n1 dt n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pno32 p-acp a-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 533
2623 when betwixt the two Parts of an Armed Nation. For then the Devil at the same time provokes the stronger Party to Pride, as well as the weaker to Impatience; The Injurious side to Insolence, and the oppressed to Despair. This I take to be the Reason, when betwixt the two Parts of an Armed nation. For then the devil At the same time provokes the Stronger Party to Pride, as well as the Weaker to Impatience; The Injurious side to Insolence, and the oppressed to Despair. This I take to be the Reason, c-crq p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1. c-acp av dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 vvz dt jc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp dt jc p-acp n1; dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc dt vvn p-acp vvb. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 533
2624 why when the Devil will do a Mischief of most considerable Importance, he does not content himself with Brutish or Inanimate Instruments; why when the devil will do a Mischief of most considerable Importance, he does not content himself with Brutish or Inanimate Instruments; c-crq c-crq dt n1 vmb vdi dt n1 pp-f ds j n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi px31 p-acp j cc j n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 533
2625 but rather prefers the use of such, as ought to be rational, and religious, and so are to render a sad Accompt of what is done in the Body; That by dashing many Thousands (as when whole Armies meet) against each other, and getting Victory for the Oppressors, he may (in one kind or other) destroy them All. To wit the Bodies of some, and the Souls of others. Had the Devil (for Example) infested Iob with nothing worse than the Fire, and Whirlwind, or only tormented his Flesh with Byles, he had in vain spread his Net to catch no more than one Bird, (for though Iob was a Phoenix, he was but one; ) Had fought to plunder Iob alone of his Faith and Patience. but rather prefers the use of such, as ought to be rational, and religious, and so Are to render a sad Account of what is done in the Body; That by dashing many Thousands (as when Whole Armies meet) against each other, and getting Victory for the Oppressors's, he may (in one kind or other) destroy them All. To wit the Bodies of Some, and the Souls of Others. Had the devil (for Exampl) infested Job with nothing Worse than the Fire, and Whirlwind, or only tormented his Flesh with Byles, he had in vain spread his Net to catch no more than one Bird, (for though Job was a Phoenix, he was but one;) Had fought to plunder Job alone of his Faith and Patience. cc-acp av-c vvz dt n1 pp-f d, c-acp pi pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc av vbr pc-acp vvi dt j vvb pp-f r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1; cst p-acp vvg d crd (c-acp c-crq j-jn n2 vvb) p-acp d n-jn, cc vvg n1 p-acp dt ng2, pns31 vmb (p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn) vvb pno32 d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d, cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. vhd dt n1 (c-acp n1) j-vvn np1 p-acp pix av-jc cs dt n1, cc n1, cc av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vhd p-acp j vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dx av-dc cs crd n1, (c-acp cs np1 vbds dt n1, pns31 vbds p-acp crd;) vhd vvn pc-acp vvi np1 j pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 534
2626 Whereas by stirring up the Sabaeans and the Chaldaeans to do him Mischief, he cunningly caught at one Draught as great a Multitude of Souls, Whereas by stirring up the Sabaeans and the Chaldaeans to do him Mischief, he cunningly caught At one Draught as great a Multitude of Souls, cs p-acp vvg a-acp dt n2 cc dt njp2 p-acp vdi pno31 n1, pns31 av-jn vvn p-acp crd n1 p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 534
2627 as he had prosperously employ'd in so foul a Riot. as he had prosperously employed in so foul a Riot. c-acp pns31 vhd av-j vvd p-acp av j dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 353 Page 534
2628 § 4. Now 'tis plain by this Instance of Satan's Power to take away, He has a power to bestow too, by God's permission; § 4. Now it's plain by this Instance of Satan's Power to take away, He has a power to bestow too, by God's permission; § crd av pn31|vbz j p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi av, pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp vvb av, p-acp npg1 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 354 Page 534
2629 and that in order to an end, not as bad only, but worse, propos'd by Satan unto Himself. and that in order to an end, not as bad only, but Worse, proposed by Satan unto Himself. cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp j av-j, cc-acp av-jc, vvn p-acp np1 p-acp px31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 354 Page 534
2630 For when he takes from the Innocent, how liberal is he to the Guilty? It may be said of his Instruments, They do not always serve him for naught. He often caresses them whilst they are here, that so hereafter he may have liberty to glut his Malice on them the more. What he snatches (as 'twere with one hand) from the Innocent Party, he commonly gives (as with the other) to the Kennel of Robbers whom He employs. Look what Camels and other Cattle he deprived Iob of, he did confer at the same Instant on Such as drove them out of his Fields. And thus I hope my Proposition is clear from Scripture. For when he Takes from the Innocent, how liberal is he to the Guilty? It may be said of his Instruments, They do not always serve him for nought. He often Caresses them while they Are Here, that so hereafter he may have liberty to glut his Malice on them the more. What he snatches (as 'twere with one hand) from the Innocent Party, he commonly gives (as with the other) to the Kennel of Robbers whom He employs. Look what Camels and other Cattle he deprived Job of, he did confer At the same Instant on Such as drove them out of his Fields. And thus I hope my Proposition is clear from Scripture. p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn, c-crq j vbz pns31 p-acp dt j? pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 n2, pns32 vdb xx av vvb pno31 p-acp pix. pns31 av n2 pno32 cs pns32 vbr av, cst av av pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 dt av-dc. r-crq pns31 n2 (c-acp pn31|vbdr p-acp crd n1) p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 av-j vvz (c-acp p-acp dt n-jn) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 ro-crq pns31 vvz. vvb r-crq n2 cc j-jn n2 pns31 vvd np1 pp-f, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp dt d j-jn p-acp d c-acp vvd pno32 av pp-f po31 n2. cc av pns11 vvb po11 n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 354 Page 535
2631 § 5. Secondly from Reason 'twill be as easy to evince it. § 5. Secondly from Reason it'll be as easy to evince it. § crd ord p-acp n1 pn31|vmb vbi a-acp j pc-acp vvi pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 535
2632 For if the Goods of this world were not suffer'd by God to be disposed of by the Devil, our Leviathan would have had reason for his Denial of any Difference 'twixt Right and Wrong. If God alone does still dispose of all Possessions under the Sun, (as prosperous Rebels and Usurpers are wont to urge,) and the Devil of none at all by God's permission, All things then must needs be right, except the Laws and the Statutes which forbid men to steal upon pain of Death. For if the Goods of this world were not suffered by God to be disposed of by the devil, our Leviathan would have had reason for his Denial of any Difference betwixt Right and Wrong. If God alone does still dispose of all Possessions under the Sun, (as prosperous Rebels and Usurpers Are wont to urge,) and the devil of none At all by God's permission, All things then must needs be right, except the Laws and the Statutes which forbid men to steal upon pain of Death. p-acp cs dt n2-j pp-f d n1 vbdr xx vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1, po12 np1 vmd vhi vhn n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp j-jn cc vvb. cs np1 av-j vdz av vvi pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, (c-acp j n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi,) cc dt n1 pp-f pix p-acp d p-acp npg1 n1, d n2 cs vmb av vbi j-jn, p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 r-crq vvb n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 535
2633 They would not only be irrational, but cruel things. They would not only be irrational, but cruel things. pns32 vmd xx av-j vbi j, p-acp j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 535
2634 For why should any man be censur'd, (much less certainly should he be punish't, ) for taking That which God gives him? Shall not God, without offence, dispose of things as He pleaseth? why then are we so wicked, so void of all Ingenuity, as to prosecute a Man who is call'd a Thief, in case he breaks up our Houses, takes our Cash out of our Coffers, drives our Cattle out of our Grounds, For why should any man be censured, (much less Certainly should he be punished,) for taking That which God gives him? Shall not God, without offence, dispose of things as He Pleases? why then Are we so wicked, so void of all Ingenuity, as to prosecute a Man who is called a Thief, in case he breaks up our Houses, Takes our Cash out of our Coffers, drives our Cattle out of our Grounds, p-acp q-crq vmd d n1 vbb vvn, (av-d dc av-j vmd pns31 vbb vvn,) p-acp vvg cst r-crq np1 vvz pno31? vmb xx np1, p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pns31 vvz? q-crq av vbr pns12 av j, av j pp-f d n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn dt n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vvz a-acp po12 n2, vvz po12 n1 av pp-f po12 n2, vvz po12 n2 av pp-f po12 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 536
2635 or carries our Corn out of our Barns, if God has made him His Messenger, and (by his absolute Decree, or by his All-working Providence, ) disposed of our Substance to That man's use? Or why did God himself say, Thou shalt not steal, if a man can have nothing, but what God gives him? For whatsoever God gives him, becomes his own. No propriety of man can exclude that of God, or be equal to it. or carries our Corn out of our Barns, if God has made him His Messenger, and (by his absolute decree, or by his All-working Providence,) disposed of our Substance to That Man's use? Or why did God himself say, Thou shalt not steal, if a man can have nothing, but what God gives him? For whatsoever God gives him, becomes his own. No propriety of man can exclude that of God, or be equal to it. cc vvz po12 n1 av pp-f po12 n2, cs np1 vhz vvn pno31 po31 n1, cc (p-acp po31 j n1, cc p-acp po31 j n1,) vvn pp-f po12 n1 p-acp cst ng1 vvi? cc q-crq vdd np1 px31 vvi, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, cs dt n1 vmb vhi pix, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31? p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31, vvz po31 d. av-dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi cst pp-f np1, cc vbb j-jn p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 536
2636 And in Conveyances of Title amongst our selves, still (we know) a Deed of Gift, confers as absolute a Right, as a Deed of Purchase. If then we may have any thing which by right is not ours, we have it certainly from Satan, and not from God. For one of These Members following (that I may make my work short) must needs be granted. And in Conveyances of Title among our selves, still (we know) a Deed of Gift, confers as absolute a Right, as a Deed of Purchase. If then we may have any thing which by right is not ours, we have it Certainly from Satan, and not from God. For one of These Members following (that I may make my work short) must needs be granted. cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, av (pns12 vvb) dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp j dt j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi. cs av pns12 vmb vhi d n1 r-crq p-acp n-jn vbz xx png12, pns12 vhb pn31 av-j p-acp np1, cc xx p-acp np1. p-acp crd pp-f d n2 vvg (d pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 j) vmb av vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 536
2637 Either that Robbery, and Theft, Extorsion, and Oppression, and all sorts of Cousenage, are names, and words, and nothing else; (invented only by Politicians, Ecclesiastical and Civil,) or that if they are Things, they are very Good, as being derived from God the Author; or that God is the Author of what is morally evil; or that at least they are the works, not of God, but of the Devil. The First of these cannot be; Either that Robbery, and Theft, Extortion, and Oppression, and all sorts of Cozenage, Are names, and words, and nothing Else; (invented only by Politicians, Ecclesiastical and Civil,) or that if they Are Things, they Are very Good, as being derived from God the Author; or that God is the Author of what is morally evil; or that At least they Are the works, not of God, but of the devil. The First of these cannot be; av-d d n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1, cc d n2 pp-f n1, vbr n2, cc n2, cc pix av; (vvn av-j p-acp n2, j cc j,) cc cst cs pns32 vbr n2, pns32 vbr j j, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1 dt n1; cc cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av-j j-jn; cc cst p-acp av-ds pns32 vbr dt n2, xx pp-f np1, p-acp pp-f dt n1. dt ord pp-f d vmbx vbi; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 537
2638 for then it would follow, That Theft is no Sin. Much less the Second; for then it would follow, that Sin is Good. Much less the Third; for then it would follow, That Theft is no Sin. Much less the Second; for then it would follow, that since is Good. Much less the Third; c-acp cs pn31 vmd vvi, cst n1 vbz dx np1 av-d av-dc dt ord; c-acp cs pn31 vmd vvi, cst n1 vbz j. av-d av-dc dt ord; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 537
2639 for then it would follow, that God is Evil. Each of which being false, and blasphemous too; for then it would follow, that God is Evil. Each of which being false, and blasphemous too; c-acp cs pn31 vmd vvi, cst np1 vbz np1 d pp-f r-crq n1 j, cc j av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 537
2640 'Tis plain the Fourth, by way of Refuge, must needs be granted, (seeing no fifth Member can either be, or be imagin'd, ) That All our Robberies and Frauds are not of God, but of the Devil. It's plain the Fourth, by Way of Refuge, must needs be granted, (seeing no fifth Member can either be, or be imagined,) That All our Robberies and Frauds Are not of God, but of the devil. pn31|vbz av-j dt ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb av vbi vvn, (vvg dx ord n1 vmb d vbb, cc vbb vvn,) cst d po12 n2 cc n2 vbr xx pp-f np1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 355 Page 537
2641 § 6. Now this becomes a sure Medium to prove the Point we have in hand; § 6. Now this becomes a sure Medium to prove the Point we have in hand; § crd av d vvz dt j fw-la pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 537
2642 because the Things of this world (I mean the Wealth and Glory of it) are wont to be bandied up and down, from one Possessor to another, by secret Fraud, or by open Force. Because the Things of this world (I mean the Wealth and Glory of it) Are wont to be bandied up and down, from one Possessor to Another, by secret Fraud, or by open Force. c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 (pns11 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31) vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc a-acp, p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp j-jn n1, cc p-acp j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 537
2643 How very few (in comparison) are contented with the Portion which God has given them? and have no more in their Possession than can be properly call'd Theirs? How much is gotten by daily cousenage, in Fairs, How very few (in comparison) Are contented with the Portion which God has given them? and have no more in their Possession than can be properly called Theirs? How much is got by daily cozenage, in Fairs, uh-crq av d (p-acp n1) vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32? cc vhb dx dc p-acp po32 n1 cs vmb vbi av-j vvn png32? q-crq d vbz vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 537
2644 or Markets? How much by filtching, and purloyning, in private Families, and Common Fields? How much by Bribery, and Corruption, in Courts of Justice, (as we call them,) and Jurisdiction? (I do not mean so much in This, as in foreign Kingdoms and Commonwealths.) How much by Cutpurses and Cutthroats, in publick Meetings, or Markets? How much by filching, and purloining, in private Families, and Common Fields? How much by Bribery, and Corruption, in Courts of justice, (as we call them,) and Jurisdiction? (I do not mean so much in This, as in foreign Kingdoms and Commonwealths.) How much by Cutpurses and Cutthroats, in public Meetings, cc n2? c-crq d p-acp vvg, cc vvg, p-acp j n2, cc j n2? c-crq d p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp vvz pp-f n1, (c-acp pns12 vvb pno32,) cc n1? (pns11 vdb xx vvi av av-d p-acp d, a-acp p-acp j n2 cc n2.) c-crq d p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp j n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 538
2645 and Highways? How much by Preaching, and length of Praying, when Pharisaical Negotiators do pray and preach for a Pretence, that they may swallow down Orphans and Widows Houses? How much by Riots and Depredations of undisciplin'd Armies, through the Spirit which is still working in the Children of Disobedience? In a word, I am not qualified to name the several ways and methods, by which Injustice is promoted, and Highways? How much by Preaching, and length of Praying, when Pharisaical Negotiators do pray and preach for a Pretence, that they may swallow down Orphans and Widows Houses? How much by Riots and Depredations of undisciplined Armies, through the Spirit which is still working in the Children of Disobedience? In a word, I am not qualified to name the several ways and methods, by which Injustice is promoted, cc n2? c-crq d p-acp vvg, cc n1 pp-f vvg, c-crq j n2 vdb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi a-acp n2 cc ng1 n2? c-crq av-d p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 538
2646 and Equity trodden into the Dust. Now whatsoever is ill-acquired cannot possibly be our own, however call'd by our Names. For Right and Possession are many times at such Distance, that they can never once meet, or be reconcil'd. Yea by how much the nearer Possession is, Right may stand the farther off. and Equity trodden into the Dust. Now whatsoever is ill-acquired cannot possibly be our own, however called by our Names. For Right and Possession Are many times At such Distance, that they can never once meet, or be reconciled. Yea by how much the nearer Possession is, Right may stand the farther off. cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 av r-crq vbz j vmbx av-j vbi po12 d, a-acp vvn p-acp po12 n2. p-acp j-jn cc n1 vbr d n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb av-x a-acp j, cc vbb vvn. uh p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc n1 vbz, j-jn vmb vvi dt av-jc a-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 538
2647 Ill got Possession gives right to nothing, unless to Hell, and the Gibbet; or to Repentance, and Restitution. Ahab got a full Possession of Naboth's Vineyard; But 'twas by Murder, Ill god Possession gives right to nothing, unless to Hell, and the Gibbet; or to Repentance, and Restitution. Ahab god a full Possession of Naboth's Vineyard; But 'twas by Murder, av-jn vvn n1 vvz j-jn p-acp pix, cs p-acp n1, cc dt n1; cc p-acp n1, cc n1. np1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f npg1-j n1; cc-acp pn31|vbds p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 538
2648 and Perjury, and Suborning Sons of Belial to bear false witness, And so by doing That to Satan which Satan tempted our Saviour to. and Perjury, and Suborning Sons of Belial to bear false witness, And so by doing That to Satan which Satan tempted our Saviour to. cc n1, cc vvg n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi j n1, cc av p-acp vdg d p-acp np1 r-crq np1 vvd po12 n1 p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 539
2649 Things so far from giving him Right unto another man's Goods, that they betray'd him into a Forfeiture of what had otherwise been his own. For by a complicated Treason against the Majesty of God, his very Soul (as well as Body ) became consiscate to the Devil. Indeed it implys a Contradiction, that a man should get Right, by doing Wrong. There is a Man in the world (says the inspir'd Prophet Habakkuk ) who does inlarge his Desire as Hell, Things so Far from giving him Right unto Another Man's Goods, that they betrayed him into a Forfeiture of what had otherwise been his own. For by a complicated Treason against the Majesty of God, his very Soul (as well as Body) became consiscate to the devil. Indeed it Implies a Contradiction, that a man should get Right, by doing Wrong. There is a Man in the world (Says the inspired Prophet Habakkuk) who does enlarge his Desire as Hell, n2 av av-j p-acp vvg pno31 j-jn p-acp j-jn ng1 n2-j, cst pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vhd av vbn po31 d. c-acp p-acp dt vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j n1 (c-acp av c-acp n1) vvd vvi p-acp dt n1. av pn31 vvz dt n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi j-jn, p-acp vdg n-jn. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt vvn n1 np1) q-crq vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 539
2650 and is as greedy as the Grave, and cannot be satisfied; But gathereth together all Nations, and heapeth to himself all People. But mark what follows. and is as greedy as the Grave, and cannot be satisfied; But gathereth together all nations, and heapeth to himself all People. But mark what follows. cc vbz p-acp j p-acp dt j, cc vmbx vbi vvn; cc-acp vvz av d n2, cc vvz p-acp px31 d n1. p-acp n1 r-crq vvz. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 539
2651 Woe to him who increaseth what is not His. Woe to him who coveteth an evil Covetousness to his House, that he may set his Nest on high, that he may be delivered from the Power of Evil. For the Stone shall cry out of the Wall, and the Beam out of the Timber shall answer it. Woe to him who increases what is not His. Woe to him who coveteth an evil Covetousness to his House, that he may Set his Nest on high, that he may be Delivered from the Power of Evil. For the Stone shall cry out of the Wall, and the Beam out of the Timber shall answer it. n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz r-crq vbz xx np1 n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp j, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 539
2652 Woe to him that buildeth a Town with Blood, and stablisheth a City by Iniquity. Woe to him that builds a Town with Blood, and stablisheth a city by Iniquity. n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 539
2653 Now what is the Reason of all These Woes, but that he increaseth what is not His? If 'tis His, let him shew how. Did he buy it? or was it given him? Or did he inherit it by Nature? Or was it so made over to him, Now what is the Reason of all These Woes, but that he increases what is not His? If it's His, let him show how. Did he buy it? or was it given him? Or did he inherit it by Nature? Or was it so made over to him, av q-crq vbz dt vvb pp-f d d n2, cc-acp cst pns31 vvz r-crq vbz xx png31? cs pn31|vbz po31, vvb pno31 n1 c-crq. vdd pns31 vvi pn31? cc vbds pn31 vvn pno31? cc vdd pns31 vvb pn31 p-acp n1? cc vbds pn31 av vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 540
2654 as Canaan by God to the People Israel? If this later, Let us hear it made good by a Voice from Heaven; and that attested too by Miracle. So as Moses and Aaron did prove the Principle and Power by which They acted. as Canaan by God to the People Israel? If this later, Let us hear it made good by a Voice from Heaven; and that attested too by Miracle. So as Moses and Aaron did prove the Principle and Power by which They acted. c-acp np1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 np1? cs d jc, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 vvd j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; cc d vvn av p-acp n1. av p-acp np1 cc np1 vdd vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 540
2655 If he cannot do This, it is not His. Therefore he hadit not from God; Therefore he had it from the Devil. And thus we have the Proposition made good by Reason. Nor by solitary Reason, If he cannot do This, it is not His. Therefore he hadit not from God; Therefore he had it from the devil. And thus we have the Proposition made good by Reason. Nor by solitary Reason, cs pns31 vmbx vdi d, pn31 vbz xx np1 av pns31 n1 xx p-acp np1; av pns31 vhd pn31 p-acp dt n1. cc av pns12 vhb dt n1 vvd j p-acp n1. ccx p-acp j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 540
2656 but in conjunction with Scripture, and grounded on it. but in conjunction with Scripture, and grounded on it. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc j-vvn p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 356 Page 540
2657 § 7. Thirdly we may prove it by known Experience. By other mens Experience, and by our own. First by other mens Experience, § 7. Thirdly we may prove it by known Experience. By other men's Experience, and by our own. First by other men's Experience, § crd ord pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j-vvn vvb. p-acp j-jn ng2 n1, cc p-acp po12 d. ord p-acp j-jn ng2 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 540
2658 and that attested as well by Sacred, as by Secular Story. and that attested as well by Sacred, as by Secular Story. cc d vvn a-acp av p-acp j, a-acp p-acp j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 540
2659 David was taught by his Experience, that Prosperity was Then the usual Portion of the ungodly. David was taught by his Experience, that Prosperity was Then the usual Portion of the ungodly. np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst n1 vbds av dt j n1 pp-f dt j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 540
2660 For so he tells us at large in the Seventy third Psalm; I was grieved at the wicked, I saw the ungodly in such Prosperity. For so he tells us At large in the Seventy third Psalm; I was grieved At the wicked, I saw the ungodly in such Prosperity. p-acp av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp j p-acp dt crd ord n1; pns11 vbds vvn p-acp dt j, pns11 vvd dt j p-acp d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 540
2661 They are in no peril of Death, but are lusty and strong. Their Eyes swell with Fatness, and they do even what they list. They Are in no peril of Death, but Are lusty and strong. Their Eyes swell with Fatness, and they do even what they list. pns32 vbr p-acp dx n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbr j cc j. po32 n2 vvi p-acp n1, cc pns32 vdb av r-crq pns32 vvb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 540
2662 They come in no misfortune like other folk, neither are they plagued like other men. Therefore fall the People unto them, and thereout suck they no small advantage. They come in no misfortune like other folk, neither Are they plagued like other men. Therefore fallen the People unto them, and thereout suck they no small advantage. pns32 vvb p-acp dx n1 av-j j-jn n1, dx vbr pns32 vvn av-j j-jn n2. av vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc av vvb pns32 dx j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2663 Tush, say they, how shall God see? Is there knowledge in the most High? Loe these are the ungodly, these prosper in the Land, these have Riches in Possession. Tush, say they, how shall God see? Is there knowledge in the most High? Loe these Are the ungodly, these prosper in the Land, these have Riches in Possession. uh, vvb pns32, q-crq vmb np1 vvi? vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp dt av-ds j? np1 d vbr dt j, d vvb p-acp dt n1, d vhb n2 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2664 But I, on the contrary, Who have cleansed my heart, and have washed mine hands in Innocence; But I, on the contrary, Who have cleansed my heart, and have washed mine hands in Innocence; cc-acp pns11, p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vhb vvn po11 n1, cc vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2665 I who have lived in the fear of God, and made a conscience of my ways, All the day long have I been punished, I who have lived in the Fear of God, and made a conscience of my ways, All the day long have I been punished, sy r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, d dt n1 av-j vhb pns11 vbn vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2666 and been chastened every Morning. The Prophet Ieremy tells us too, from his own Experience, That the way of the wicked was wont to prosper; and been chastened every Morning. The Prophet Ieremy tells us too, from his own Experience, That the Way of the wicked was wont to prosper; cc vbn vvn d n1. dt n1 np1 vvz pno12 av, p-acp po31 d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j vbds j pc-acp vvi; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2667 and that they who dealt treacherously were happy men. They were planted, took root, they grew, they multiply'd; and that they who dealt treacherously were happy men. They were planted, took root, they grew, they multiplied; cc cst pns32 r-crq vvd av-j vbdr j n2. pns32 vbdr vvn, vvd n1, pns32 vvd, pns32 vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2668 yet God was not near in their Mouth, and far from their Reins. yet God was not near in their Mouth, and Far from their Reins. av np1 vbds xx av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc av-j p-acp po32 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2669 The Prophet Malachi, after Him, had the like Experience, That the Proud were happy, and the Workers of wickedness were set up; yea they who tempted God were even delivered. The Prophet Malachi, After Him, had the like Experience, That the Proud were happy, and the Workers of wickedness were Set up; yea they who tempted God were even Delivered. dt n1 np1, p-acp pno31, vhd dt j n1, cst dt j vbdr j, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn a-acp; uh pns32 r-crq vvd np1 vbdr av vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2670 So as it seem'd (to the Eye of Flesh) a very vain thing to serve the Lord. So as it seemed (to the Eye of Flesh) a very vain thing to serve the Lord. av c-acp pn31 vvd (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2671 And the same was observed by the Prophet Habakkuk. That the wicked (in his Time) did even compass about the Righteous; And the same was observed by the Prophet Habakkuk. That the wicked (in his Time) did even compass about the Righteous; cc dt d vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1. cst dt j (p-acp po31 n1) vdd av vvi p-acp dt j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 541
2672 they gather'd them in their Net; their Portion was fat, and their Meat plenteous. they gathered them in their Net; their Portion was fat, and their Meat plenteous. pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1; po32 n1 vbds j, cc po32 n1 j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 357 Page 542
2673 § 8. If we pass out of Sacred into Secular Story, we may discover the same Experience running through every Age of Man, from the one end unto the other. (Although my little time allow'd will not permit me to exemplifie, § 8. If we pass out of Sacred into Secular Story, we may discover the same Experience running through every Age of Man, from the one end unto the other. (Although my little time allowed will not permit me to exemplify, § crd cs pns12 vvb av pp-f j p-acp j n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt d n1 vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt crd n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (cs po11 j n1 vvn vmb xx vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 542
2674 unless in here and there one.) That will certifie how Ninus first founded Empire in Iniquity. unless in Here and there one.) That will certify how Ninus First founded Empire in Iniquity. cs p-acp av cc a-acp crd.) cst vmb vvi c-crq crd ord vvd n1 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 542
2675 How the Assyrians and Chaldaeans continued That. How the Medes and the Persians invaded These. How Philip of Macedon usurped All Greece; And his insatiable Son the Eastern Empire. How the Assyrians and Chaldaeans continued That. How the Medes and the Persians invaded These. How Philip of Macedon usurped All Greece; And his insatiable Son the Eastern Empire. c-crq dt njp2 cc njp2 vvd d. c-crq dt np1 cc dt npg1 vvd d. c-crq np1 pp-f np1 vvn d n1; cc po31 j n1 dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 542
2676 How the Romans made All bow down to Italy. How the Goths and the Vandals subdued the Romans; and ravag'd the greatest part of Christendom, as far as from Poland to Mauritania. How Mahomed the First subdued the Saracens, And Profaneness became possess't of the Holy Land. How the Ottoman Empire prospers against the Purity of the Gospel, How the Romans made All bow down to Italy. How the Gothis and the Vandals subdued the Romans; and ravaged the greatest part of Christendom, as Far as from Poland to Mauritania. How Mahomed the First subdued the Saracens, And Profaneness became possessed of the Holy Land. How the Ottoman Empire prospers against the Purity of the Gospel, c-crq dt np1 vvd d n1 a-acp p-acp np1. c-crq dt np1 cc dt np1 vvn dt np1; cc vvd dt js n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av-j c-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1. c-crq np1 dt ord vvn dt np2, cc n1 vvd vvn pp-f dt j n1 c-crq dt jp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 542
2677 and the Profession of Christianity, and so has done from Age to Age, and that by the Practice of all Impiety. How very clear a thing is it, (a thing of which the world is witness, ) that the Great Sultan (as they call him) is the greatest Monarch under Heaven? the greatest Enemy to Christ, the most abandon'd and given up to work Iniquity even with Greediness, the most incapable of Mercy, either to Men in his Rage, or to Women in his Lust, and yet the fullest of Prosperity of any Potentate upon Earth. and the Profession of Christianity, and so has done from Age to Age, and that by the Practice of all Impiety. How very clear a thing is it, (a thing of which the world is witness,) that the Great Sultan (as they call him) is the greatest Monarch under Heaven? the greatest Enemy to christ, the most abandoned and given up to work Iniquity even with Greediness, the most incapable of Mercy, either to Men in his Rage, or to Women in his Lust, and yet the Fullest of Prosperity of any Potentate upon Earth. cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vhz vdn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. c-crq j j dt n1 vbz pn31, (dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbz n1,) cst dt j n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb pno31) vbz dt js n1 p-acp n1? dt js n1 p-acp np1, dt av-ds vvn cc vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 av p-acp n1, dt av-ds j pp-f n1, d p-acp n2 p-acp po31 vvi, cc p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc av dt js pp-f n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 543
2678 How many Millions of Christian Souls are there now groaning under his Tyranny? How many Princes within our Christendom are fain to buy their Peace of him, How many Millions of Christian Souls Are there now groaning under his Tyranny? How many Princes within our Christendom Are fain to buy their Peace of him, c-crq d crd pp-f np1 n2 vbr a-acp av vvg p-acp po31 n1? c-crq d ng1 p-acp po12 np1 vbr av-j p-acp vvb po32 n1 pp-f pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 543
2679 or pay him Tribute? How many Centuries of years have those Mahomedans still prosper'd, more than any sort of Christians that can be nam'd? Shall we now joyn in consort with all those Infidels, or pay him Tribute? How many Centuries of Years have those Mahomedans still prospered, more than any sort of Christians that can be named? Shall we now join in consort with all those Infidels, cc vvb pno31 n1? q-crq d n2 pp-f n2 vhb d np1 av vvd, av-dc cs d n1 pp-f np1 cst vmb vbi vvn? vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d d n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 543
2680 and aver, that though Christ was a great Prophet indeed, yet Mahomed was a Greater? Shall we infer that Those Turks are the special Favorites of Heaven? That God, in love to their Alchoran, has signally favour'd them with the greatest and fairest Quarters of the World? has made a Decision of the Controversie betwixt the Worshippers of Mahomed, and Those of Christ, and aver, that though christ was a great Prophet indeed, yet Mahomed was a Greater? Shall we infer that Those Turks Are the special Favorites of Heaven? That God, in love to their Alcoran, has signally favoured them with the greatest and Fairest Quarters of the World? has made a Decision of the Controversy betwixt the Worshippers of Mahomed, and Those of christ, cc vvi, cst cs np1 vbds dt j n1 av, av np1 vbds dt np1? vmb pns12 vvi cst d n2 vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1? cst np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 np1, vhz av-j vvd pno32 p-acp dt js cc av-j n2 pp-f dt n1? vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d pp-f np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 543
2681 even by yielding to the former his Approbation? There are who talk at this rate, even by yielding to the former his Approbation? There Are who talk At this rate, av p-acp vvg p-acp dt j po31 n1? pc-acp vbr r-crq vvb p-acp d n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2682 and know not how to talk otherwise, whilst they reason from the Principles which They are led by. and know not how to talk otherwise, while they reason from the Principles which They Are led by. cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi av, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2683 But God be thanked we are led by a clearer light. But God be thanked we Are led by a clearer Light. p-acp np1 vbb vvn pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt jc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2684 As having learnt from St. Paul to say of such Thrivers in their Impiety, (not that God has indowed, with much delight, but) That God has indured, with much long-suffering, the Vessels of Wrath fitted for Destruction. As having learned from Saint Paul to say of such Thrivers in their Impiety, (not that God has endowed, with much delight, but) That God has endured, with much long-suffering, the Vessels of Wrath fitted for Destruction. p-acp vhg vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2 p-acp po32 n1, (xx d np1 vhz vvn, p-acp d n1, p-acp) cst np1 vhz vvn, p-acp d j, dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2685 And again with St. Paul we have learnt to say, That God did SUFFER those Nations to walk in their own ways. Had they walk't in God's ways, God had been said to have made them do it. And again with Saint Paul we have learned to say, That God did SUFFER those nations to walk in their own ways. Had they walked in God's ways, God had been said to have made them do it. cc av p-acp n1 np1 pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vdd vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2. vhd pns32 vvn p-acp npg1 n2, np1 vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 vdi pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2686 But as they walked in their own, God only suffer'd them. But as they walked in their own, God only suffered them. cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po32 d, np1 av-j vvn pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2687 We say (as Abraham to Dives ) God permits them to have their Good things, Here. We say (as Abraham to Dives) God permits them to have their Good things, Here. pns12 vvb (c-acp np1 p-acp vvz) np1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vhi po32 j n2, av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2688 And Here the Devil is permitted to have a very wide Scope; to use a large kind of Freedom. And Here the devil is permitted to have a very wide Scope; to use a large kind of Freedom. cc av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dt j j n1; pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2689 For however he is held in Chains of Darkness, yet his Chains are so long, and many times so much inlarged, as that he goes to and fro upon the face of the Earth. And not only so; For however he is held in Chains of Darkness, yet his Chains Are so long, and many times so much enlarged, as that he Goes to and from upon the face of the Earth. And not only so; p-acp c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av po31 n2 vbr av av-j, cc d n2 av d vvn, p-acp d pns31 vvz p-acp cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc xx av-j av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 544
2690 but, by the Patience of which I spake, and the long-suffering of the Almighty, bestows the Kingdoms of the World on such as serve him. ( All the Kingdoms, I do not say, but, by the Patience of which I spoke, and the long-suffering of the Almighty, bestows the Kingdoms of the World on such as serve him. (All the Kingdoms, I do not say, cc-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vvd, cc dt j pp-f dt j-jn, vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb pno31. (d dt n2, pns11 vdb xx vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2691 but as many as God permits, who yet at one time or other, though not at once, may be said with great Truth to permit them All. ) The Ottoman Emperours in their Successions have been placed by the Devil upon exceeding high Mountains; have seen the Kingdoms of the world, and the Glory of them; but as many as God permits, who yet At one time or other, though not At once, may be said with great Truth to permit them All.) The Ottoman emperors in their Successions have been placed by the devil upon exceeding high Mountains; have seen the Kingdoms of the world, and the Glory of them; cc-acp c-acp d p-acp np1 vvz, r-crq av p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, cs xx p-acp a-acp, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 d) dt njp ng1 p-acp po32 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg j n2; vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2692 And the Devil in effect has said to Them, as here to Christ, All these things will I give you, And the devil in Effect has said to Them, as Here to christ, All these things will I give you, cc dt n1 p-acp n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp av p-acp np1, d d n2 vmb pns11 vvb pn22, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2693 if yee will fall down and worship me. if ye will fallen down and worship me. cs pn22 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2694 Those Emperours have been suffer'd to do the one, And the Devil has been permitted to give the other. I shall but name the wicked Phocas, who (of a very mean Soldier ) did by his complicated Impieties usurp the Empire of Mauritius, a pious Prince. Those emperors have been suffered to do the one, And the devil has been permitted to give the other. I shall but name the wicked Phocas, who (of a very mean Soldier) did by his complicated Impieties usurp the Empire of Mauritius, a pious Prince. d n2 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vdi dt crd, cc dt n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn. pns11 vmb p-acp vvb dt j np1, r-crq (pp-f dt j j n1) vdd p-acp po31 vvn n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2695 And then for Him nearer Home, who by his Practice and his Success drew That Phocas to the Life, I think I need not so much as name him. And then for Him nearer Home, who by his Practice and his Success drew That Phocas to the Life, I think I need not so much as name him. cc av p-acp pno31 jc n1-an, r-crq p-acp po31 vvi cc po31 n1 vvd cst np1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vvb xx av av-d c-acp vvb pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2696 Nor is there any thing more acknowledged, (at least by the sober Rank of Men, who are not yet asham'd to believe the Scriptures,) than that Witches, Nor is there any thing more acknowledged, (At least by the Sobrium Rank of Men, who Are not yet ashamed to believe the Scriptures,) than that Witches, ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 av-dc vvn, (p-acp ds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr xx av j pc-acp vvi dt n2,) cs d n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2697 and Wizards, Magicians, and Sorcerers, have made their Contracts with the Devil, as with a Bountiful Disposer of worldly Goods. and Wizards, Magicians, and Sorcerers, have made their Contracts with the devil, as with a Bountiful Disposer of worldly Goods. cc n2, n2, cc n2, vhb vvn po32 vvz p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2-j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 358 Page 545
2698 § 9. So that if we consult our own Experience, if we ask our own Eyes, and call our Memories to Accompt, § 9. So that if we consult our own Experience, if we ask our own Eyes, and call our Memories to Account, § crd av cst cs pns12 vvb po12 d n1, cs pns12 vvb po12 d n2, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvb, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 546
2699 how very frequent a thing it is for the hand of wickedness to prevail, for the stool of wickedness to prosper, in devouring the man that is more righteous than He; And if we consider at the same time, That (excepting some few, and extraordinary Examples, such as the Israelites of old who were commanded by God himself to spoil the Egyptians of their Iewels, and take the Canaanites Land for their own Possession, ) It has been meerly the Sin of Robbery, in all the Ages of the World, how very frequent a thing it is for the hand of wickedness to prevail, for the stool of wickedness to prosper, in devouring the man that is more righteous than He; And if we Consider At the same time, That (excepting Some few, and extraordinary Examples, such as the Israelites of old who were commanded by God himself to spoil the egyptians of their Jewels, and take the Canaanites Land for their own Possession,) It has been merely the since of Robbery, in all the Ages of the World, c-crq av j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvg dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31; cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt d n1, cst (vvg d d, cc j n2, d c-acp dt np1 pp-f j r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp np1 px31 pc-acp vvi dt njp2 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvb dt np2 n1 p-acp po32 d n1,) pn31 vhz vbn av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 546
2700 for any one or more men to seize upon That which is anothers, by private Fraud, or by publick Violence; for any one or more men to seize upon That which is another's, by private Fraud, or by public Violence; p-acp d crd cc av-dc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn, p-acp j n1, cc p-acp j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 546
2701 we cannot choose but subscribe to the Sense of our Saviour and St. Paul, That the Devil (under God, we cannot choose but subscribe to the Sense of our Saviour and Saint Paul, That the devil (under God, pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1, cst dt n1 (p-acp np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 546
2702 and by God's permission,) is One Dispenser of Preferment, if not the Chiefest. And therefore not without Reason is said by our Lord, and by God's permission,) is One Dispenser of Preferment, if not the Chiefest. And Therefore not without Reason is said by our Lord, cc p-acp npg1 n1,) vbz crd np1 pp-f n1, cs xx dt js-jn. cc av xx p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 546
2703 and his Apostle, to be the Ruler, and the Prince, and even the God of this World. and his Apostle, to be the Ruler, and the Prince, and even the God of this World. cc po31 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc dt n1, cc j dt np1 pp-f d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 546
2704 Experience has made it a kind of Proverb, That He who cannot dissemble, can hardly live. And Conscience is so commonly the Beggar's Vertue, that That is grown too to a kind of Proverb. As if the high way to Wealth, were to serve Mammon, rather than God, Pluto was made the proper Name for the God of Wealth. Experience has made it a kind of Proverb, That He who cannot dissemble, can hardly live. And Conscience is so commonly the Beggar's Virtue, that That is grown too to a kind of Proverb. As if the high Way to Wealth, were to serve Mammon, rather than God, Pluto was made the proper Name for the God of Wealth. vvb vhz vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 r-crq vmbx vvb, vmb av vvb. cc n1 vbz av av-j dt ng1 n1, cst d vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. c-acp cs dt j n1 p-acp n1, vbdr pc-acp vvi np1, av-c cs np1, np1 vbds vvn dt j vvb p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 547
2705 And 'twas an Aphorism of State in the late ill Times, He who will have something, must do any thing to acquire it. And 'twas an Aphorism of State in the late ill Times, He who will have something, must do any thing to acquire it. cc pn31|vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j j-jn n2, pns31 r-crq vmb vhi pi, vmb vdi d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 547
2706 Like that of the Poet in Time of Yore, Aude aliquid brevibus Gyaris, & Carcere dignum, Sivis esse aliquid — Like that of the Poet in Time of Yore, Aude Aliquid brevibus Gyaris, & Carcere dignum, Sivis esse Aliquid — av-j d pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f av, np1 j fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la j — (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 359 Page 547
2707 He who will rise to high Promotion, and purchase the Friendship of the World, must bravely dare to do something, worthy the Gibbet, or the Iayl. But if a man will serve God, he is to do it at his Peril, of being a Confessor perhaps, perhaps a Martyr. 'Twas from the Topick of this Experience, that the Devil here argued against our Saviour. (And my Text, He who will rise to high Promotion, and purchase the Friendship of the World, must bravely Dare to do something, worthy the Gibbet, or the Jail. But if a man will serve God, he is to do it At his Peril, of being a Confessor perhaps, perhaps a Martyr. 'Twas from the Topic of this Experience, that the devil Here argued against our Saviour. (And my Text, pns31 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp j n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vdi pi, j dt n1, cc dt n1. cc-acp cs dt n1 vmb vvi np1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, pp-f vbg dt n1 av, av dt n1. pn31|vbds p-acp dt np1 pp-f d vvb, cst dt n1 av vvn p-acp po12 n1. (cc po11 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 547
2708 as I conceive, does well admit of This Paraphrase.) If thou wilt violate God ' s Law, in an adhaerence unto mine; as I conceive, does well admit of This paraphrase.) If thou wilt violate God ' s Law, in an adherence unto mine; c-acp pns11 vvb, vdz av vvi pp-f d n1.) cs pns21 vm2 vvi n1 ' ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 547
2709 If thou wilt lay aside thy Conscience, and stick at nothing which I command thee; NONLATINALPHABET, &c. I will give thee whatsoever thine Eye can see, or thine Heart desire. If thou wilt lay aside thy Conscience, and stick At nothing which I command thee;, etc. I will give thee whatsoever thine Eye can see, or thine Heart desire. cs pns21 vm2 vvi av po21 n1, cc vvi p-acp pix r-crq pns11 vvb pno21;, av pns11 vmb vvb pno21 r-crq po21 n1 vmb vvi, cc po21 n1 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 547
2710 Thou may'st arrive a great deal sooner at Wealth and Greatness, by taking those Courses which I suggest, Thou Mayest arrive a great deal sooner At Wealth and Greatness, by taking those Courses which I suggest, pns21 vm2 vvi dt j n1 av-c p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg d vvz r-crq pns11 vvb, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 548
2711 than by relying upon the Providence, or on the Promises of God. For do but look round about thee, and trust thine Eyes. than by relying upon the Providence, or on the Promises of God. For do but look round about thee, and trust thine Eyes. cs p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1. p-acp vdb cc-acp vvb av-j p-acp pno21, cc vvb po21 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 548
2712 Thou seest it goes best with the worst of men; and that the men of nice Conscience are quite undone by their Integrity. Thou See it Goes best with the worst of men; and that the men of Nicaenae Conscience Are quite undone by their Integrity. pns21 vv2 pn31 vvz av-js p-acp dt js pp-f n2; cc cst dt n2 pp-f j n1 vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 548
2713 Weigh the Successes of Evil doers with the Calamities of the Righteous, and thou wilt find Them the wisest who worship Me. This does seem to be the Scope of the Devil's reasoning to our Saviour. Weigh the Successes of Evil doers with the Calamities of the Righteous, and thou wilt find Them the Wisest who worship Me. This does seem to be the Scope of the Devil's reasoning to our Saviour. vvb dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 dt js r-crq n1 np1 d vdz vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1|vbz vvg p-acp po12 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 548
2714 And my Discourse added to His may serve to evince the Proposition which lyes before us, That all the Goods of this World (at least successively, though not at once,) are, by the Sufferance of the Almighty, in the Devil's Proffer and Disposal. And my Discourse added to His may serve to evince the Proposition which lies before us, That all the Goods of this World (At least successively, though not At once,) Are, by the Sufferance of the Almighty, in the Devil's Proffer and Disposal. cc po11 n1 vvn p-acp po31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12, cst d dt n2-j pp-f d n1 (p-acp ds av-j, c-acp xx p-acp a-acp,) vbr, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 360 Page 548
2715 § 10. I have but one Topick left from whence to make it yet clearer, or past Dispute; And that must needs be by way of Answer to an Objection. For if These Things are so, (some may say within Themselves, Men will be in great danger of becoming Epicuraeans; looking on God as without regard of what is done upon the Earth, and as consining his Providence to things transacted within the Heavens. And if they once come to That, they will Sin securely, and tumble down with great merriment into the Bottomless Asphaltites which gapes to have them. § 10. I have but one Topic left from whence to make it yet clearer, or past Dispute; And that must needs be by Way of Answer to an Objection. For if These Things Are so, (Some may say within Themselves, Men will be in great danger of becoming Epicureans; looking on God as without regard of what is done upon the Earth, and as consigning his Providence to things transacted within the Heavens. And if they once come to That, they will since securely, and tumble down with great merriment into the Bottomless Asphaltites which gapes to have them. § crd pns11 vhb cc-acp crd np1 vvd p-acp c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 av jc, cc j vvb; cc cst vmb av vbi p-acp n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt n1. c-acp cs d n2 vbr av, (d vmb vvi p-acp px32, n2 vmb vbi p-acp j n1 pp-f j-vvg n2; vvg p-acp np1 p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n2. cc cs pns32 a-acp vvb p-acp cst, pns32 vmb n1 av-j, cc vvb a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j np1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 361 Page 549
2716 So far from Scruple or Regret in their words or actions, that they will rather use the language of those Contemners in the Psalmist; Tush, how shall God see? Is there knowledge in the most high? Or say with Eliphaz unjustly accusing Iob, How doth God know? can he judge through the dark Cloud? Or else with the Braves in the Book of Wisdom; Let us lye in wait for the righteous man. So Far from Scruple or Regret in their words or actions, that they will rather use the language of those Contemners in the Psalmist; Tush, how shall God see? Is there knowledge in the most high? Or say with Eliphaz unjustly accusing Job, How does God know? can he judge through the dark Cloud? Or Else with the Braves in the Book of Wisdom; Let us lie in wait for the righteous man. av av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmb av-c vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1; uh, q-crq vmb np1 vvi? vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp dt av-ds j? cc vvb p-acp np1 av-j vvg np1, q-crq vdz np1 vvi? vmb pns31 vvb p-acp dt j n1? cc av p-acp dt n2-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 361 Page 549
2717 If he is the Son of God, He will help him, and deliver him from the hand of his Enemies. If he is the Son of God, He will help him, and deliver him from the hand of his Enemies. cs pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 361 Page 549
2718 Besides, the Doctrine we have in hand does seem to clash with those Scriptures, wherein God is said to Rule in the Kingdoms of men. Beside, the Doctrine we have in hand does seem to clash with those Scriptures, wherein God is said to Rule in the Kingdoms of men. a-acp, dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 361 Page 549
2719 He giveth it (saith Daniel ) to whomsoever he pleaseth, and setteth up over it the basest of men. He gives it (Says daniel) to whomsoever he Pleases, and sets up over it the Basest of men. pns31 vvz pn31 (vvz np1) p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz a-acp p-acp pn31 dt js pp-f n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 361 Page 549
2720 And Christ is said to be the Prince of the Kings of the Earth, Rev. 1. 5. How then comes the Devil to have the very same Titles bestowed upon him? And christ is said to be the Prince of the Kings of the Earth, Rev. 1. 5. How then comes the devil to have the very same Titles bestowed upon him? cc np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd crd uh-crq av vvz dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt av d n2 vvn p-acp pno31? (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 361 Page 549
2721 § 11. To this Objection I answer, and to the later part first, as being That that admitteth of most Dispatch. What God and Christ are call'd properly, in regard of their Natural and Soveraign Right, The Devil is tropically Intitl'd, § 11. To this Objection I answer, and to the later part First, as being That that admitteth of most Dispatch. What God and christ Are called properly, in regard of their Natural and Sovereign Right, The devil is tropically Entitled, § crd p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb, cc p-acp dt jc n1 ord, c-acp vbg d cst vvz pp-f ds vvb. q-crq np1 cc np1 vbr vvn av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j cc j-jn av-jn, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 362 Page 550
2722 and by an usual Catachresis, in regard of That Possession which God permitteth him to usurp. The Vineyard which was Ahab's, was Naboth's too; and by an usual Catachresis, in regard of That Possession which God permitteth him to usurp. The Vineyard which was Ahab's, was Naboth's too; cc p-acp dt j np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno31 p-acp vvi. dt n1 r-crq vbds npg1, vbds ng1 av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 362 Page 550
2723 de facto That, and de jure This. (That is,) the one was possess't of what the other had a right to. de facto That, and de jure This. (That is,) the one was possessed of what the other had a right to. fw-fr fw-la cst, cc fw-fr fw-la zz (cst vbz,) dt crd vbds vvn pp-f r-crq dt j-jn vhd dt j-jn p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 362 Page 550
2724 So when we speak of Laban's Teraphims, we mean the Teraphims belonging of right to Laban. But when we call them Rebecca's Teraphims, we mean the Teraphims which she hid, and had stoln from Laban. The Kings of Spain are call'd by Thousands, Kings of Portugal; The Kings of France, of Navarr•; the Kings of England, of France; All pretending to have a Right, where others have gotten the whole Possession. But now with a greater force of reason may the Devil be call'd the Ruler, and the God of this world; not only because the world does (for the greatest part) adore him, So when we speak of Laban's Teraphim, we mean the Teraphim belonging of right to Laban. But when we call them Rebecca's Teraphim, we mean the Teraphim which she hid, and had stolen from Laban. The Kings of Spain Are called by Thousands, Kings of Portugal; The Kings of France, of Navarr•; the Kings of England, of France; All pretending to have a Right, where Others have got the Whole Possession. But now with a greater force of reason may the devil be called the Ruler, and the God of this world; not only Because the world does (for the greatest part) adore him, av c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f npg1 np2, pns12 vvb dt np2 vvg pp-f j-jn p-acp np1. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 npg1 np2, pns12 vvb dt np2 r-crq pns31 vvn, cc vhd j p-acp np1. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp crd, n2 pp-f np1; dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f np1; dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f np1; d vvg pc-acp vhi dt j-jn, c-crq n2-jn vhb vvn dt j-jn n1. p-acp av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vmb dt n1 vbb vvn dt n1, cc dt np1 pp-f d n1; xx av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz (c-acp dt js n1) vvb pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 362 Page 550
2725 and do him service, but because they do it too by His forbearance and permission, whose Creatures they are, and whose right It is; and do him service, but Because they do it too by His forbearance and permission, whose Creatures they Are, and whose right It is; cc vdb pno31 n1, p-acp c-acp pns32 vdb pn31 av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr, cc rg-crq av-jn pn31 vbz; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 362 Page 551
2726 and who, in respect of his Omnipotence, cannot possibly be resisted. For (that I may pass from the later to the former part of the Objection:) and who, in respect of his Omnipotence, cannot possibly be resisted. For (that I may pass from the later to the former part of the Objection:) cc r-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmbx av-j vbi vvn. c-acp (d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt jc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1:) (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 362 Page 551
2727 § 12. So far is God from forsaking or slighting the Government of the World, that (as I said once before, but did not so prove it as now I must,) Satan himself is but his Pris'ner, however his Prison is somewhat wide. Not at all his Vicegerent, to rule the World in his stead, or with any degree of his Approbation. In the Twentieth Chapter of the Apocalypse, we find the Devil laid hold on, and bound in a Chain, § 12. So Far is God from forsaking or slighting the Government of the World, that (as I said once before, but did not so prove it as now I must,) Satan himself is but his Prisoner, however his Prison is somewhat wide. Not At all his Vicegerent, to Rule the World in his stead, or with any degree of his Approbation. In the Twentieth Chapter of the Apocalypse, we find the devil laid hold on, and bound in a Chain, § crd av av-j vbz np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp a-acp, cc-acp vdd xx av vvi pn31 a-acp av pns11 vmb,) np1 px31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbz av j. xx p-acp d po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt np1, pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn vvb a-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt vvb, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 551
2728 and cast into a Pit, shut up and seal'd for a thousand years, and again let loose for a little season. and cast into a Pit, shut up and sealed for a thousand Years, and again let lose for a little season. cc vvd p-acp dt n1, vvn a-acp cc vvd p-acp dt crd n2, cc av vvb j p-acp dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 551
2729 And what is all This, but the Hypotyposis of a Pris'ner? And though his Chain, for a time, is left by God very long (as I said before) yet all the while 'tis but a Chain, yea and such a Chain too, And what is all This, but the Hypotyposis of a Prisoner? And though his Chain, for a time, is left by God very long (as I said before) yet all the while it's but a Chain, yea and such a Chain too, cc q-crq vbz d d, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc cs po31 vvb, p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp np1 j av-j (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) av d dt n1 pn31|vbz p-acp dt vvb, uh cc d dt vvb av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 551
2730 as is not loose, any more than endless. We know the Sea is God's Pris'ner, though not a very close Pris'ner, as others are. as is not lose, any more than endless. We know the Sea is God's Prisoner, though not a very close Prisoner, as Others Are. c-acp vbz xx vvi, d dc cs j. pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz npg1 n1, c-acp xx dt j j n1, c-acp n2-jn vbr. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 551
2731 The Wind it self is not at Liberty, however we cannot discern its Bounds. It seems indeed to be the freest of all God's Pris'ners; The Wind it self is not At Liberty, however we cannot discern its Bounds. It seems indeed to be the Freest of all God's Prisoners; dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz xx p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi po31 n2. pn31 vvz av pc-acp vbi dt js pp-f d npg1 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2732 And therefore God is said to ride upon the wings of the Wind, by the high flown Wit of the Royal Poet. And Therefore God is said to ride upon the wings of the Wind, by the high flown Wit of the Royal Poet. cc av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2733 Yet, as He said unto the Sea, Thus far, and no farther, shall thy proud Waves go; so he checks the very Wind too, Yet, as He said unto the Sea, Thus Far, and no farther, shall thy proud Waves go; so he Checks the very Wind too, av, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, av av-j, cc dx av-jc, vmb po21 j n2 vvb; av pns31 n2 dt j vvb av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2734 as with a Bridle, and saith unto it, Peace, be still. Now we find that when our Saviour was but pleas'd to say the word, not the Wind, and Sea only, as with a Bridle, and Says unto it, Peace, be still. Now we find that when our Saviour was but pleased to say the word, not the Wind, and Sea only, c-acp p-acp dt vvb, cc vvz p-acp pn31, n1, vbi av. av pns12 vvb cst c-crq po12 n1 vbds cc-acp vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, xx dt vvb, cc n1 av-j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2735 but the Devils also obey'd him. but the Devils also obeyed him. cc-acp dt ng1 av vvd pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2736 When he bid them come out of the poor Daemoniack, They durst not stay (or they could not) one minute longer. When he bid them come out of the poor Demoniac, They durst not stay (or they could not) one minute longer. c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 vvn av pp-f dt j j-jn, pns32 vvd xx vvi (cc pns32 vmd xx) crd n1 av-jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2737 Yea they were forced to petition him, and ask his leave, before they could enter an Herd of Swine. It was indeed a great power which Satan had over Iob, as I shew'd before; Yea they were forced to petition him, and ask his leave, before they could enter an Heard of Swine. It was indeed a great power which Satan had over Job, as I showed before; uh pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp vvb pno31, cc vvi po31 vvi, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. pn31 vbds av dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2738 but I shew'd too how it was limited. First to his Goods, with an exemption of his Body; and then at last to his Body, with an exemption of his Soul. It was indeed a great power which Satan had over the Christians in the purest Ages of Christianity, but I showed too how it was limited. First to his Goods, with an exemption of his Body; and then At last to his Body, with an exemption of his Soul. It was indeed a great power which Satan had over the Christians in the Purest Ages of Christianity, cc-acp pns11 vvd av c-crq pn31 vbds vvn. ord p-acp po31 n2-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc av p-acp ord p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pn31 vbds av dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp dt njpg2 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 552
2739 for no less than Three hundred and thirty years, inflicting Ten Persecutions, from Christ to Constantine the Great. And another great power during the Arian Persecution, under the Tyranny of Constantius. Another great power, for no less than Three hundred and thirty Years, inflicting Ten Persecutions, from christ to Constantine the Great. And Another great power during the Arian Persecution, under the Tyranny of Constantius. another great power, c-acp dx dc cs crd crd cc crd n2, vvg crd n2, p-acp np1 p-acp np1 dt j. cc j-jn j n1 p-acp dt np1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. j-jn j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2740 although a short one, in Iulian's Time. although a short one, in Julian's Time. cs dt j crd, p-acp npg1 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2741 Another in the Time of the Emperour Valens. Another more universal, in the fifth Century after Christ, another in the Time of the Emperor Valens. another more universal, in the fifth Century After christ, j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. j-jn av-dc j, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2742 when (at the very same Instant) Anastasius the Emperour was an Eutychian; the Kings of Italy, Spain, and Africa, Arians; The Kings of England, France, and Germany, Heathens. A greater power than all these the Devil seemeth to have had in the Tenth Century after Christ, when (At the very same Instant) Anastasius the Emperor was an Eutychian; the Kings of Italy, Spain, and Africa, Arians; The Kings of England, France, and Germany, heathens. A greater power than all these the devil seems to have had in the Tenth Century After christ, c-crq (p-acp dt j d j-jn) np1 dt n1 vbds dt np1; dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, np1; dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, n2-jn. dt jc n1 cs d d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi vhn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2743 when Hell is said to have broken loose, and the Prosperity of the Church did much more threaten her utter Ruin, than all her Persecutions, when put together. when Hell is said to have broken lose, and the Prosperity of the Church did much more threaten her utter Ruin, than all her Persecutions, when put together. c-crq n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd av-d av-dc vvb po31 j n1, cs d po31 n2, c-crq vvd av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2744 Yet all this while it was a limited, and stinted power. Yet all this while it was a limited, and stinted power. av d d cs pn31 vbds dt vvn, cc vvd n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2745 Christianity thriv'd under its Sufferings, and had a Being (though a poor one) in the Excesses of its Injoyments. The Gates of Hell did not Then so fully prevail against the Church, Christianity thrived under its Sufferings, and had a Being (though a poor one) in the Excesses of its Enjoyments. The Gates of Hell did not Then so Fully prevail against the Church, np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, cc vhd dt vbg (cs dt j pi) p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. dt n2 pp-f n1 vdd xx cs av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2746 as not to confess it to be a Truth, That she was founded upon a Rock. as not to confess it to be a Truth, That she was founded upon a Rock. c-acp xx pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 553
2747 What our Lord said to Pilate, Thou couldst have no power against me, were it not given thee from above, we (with a little alteration) may say as properly to the Devil, and religiously defy him to do his worst. Or we may say in some sense upon this occasion, (as St. Paul to the Romans upon another, ) There is no power but of God. God ordaining it, What our Lord said to Pilate, Thou Couldst have no power against me, were it not given thee from above, we (with a little alteration) may say as properly to the devil, and religiously defy him to do his worst. Or we may say in Some sense upon this occasion, (as Saint Paul to the Romans upon Another,) There is no power but of God. God ordaining it, q-crq po12 n1 vvd p-acp np1, pns21 vmd2 vhi dx n1 p-acp pno11, vbdr pn31 xx vvn pno21 p-acp a-acp, pns12 (p-acp dt j n1) vmb vvi c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvb pno31 pc-acp vdi po31 av-js. cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, (c-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp j-jn,) pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pp-f np1. np1 vvg pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 554
2748 if it is right; or God permitting it, if it is wrong. Here then lyes our Comfort, if it is right; or God permitting it, if it is wrong. Here then lies our Comfort, cs pn31 vbz j-jn; cc np1 vvg pn31, cs pn31 vbz j-jn. av av vvz po12 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 554
2749 as Men, and Christians, that the Devil can no longer continue powerful, than God is pleas'd to be patient of him. as Men, and Christians, that the devil can no longer continue powerful, than God is pleased to be patient of him. c-acp n2, cc np1, cst dt n1 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi j, cs np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 554
2750 The roaring Lyon can no more hurt us, without God's leave, than the hungry Lyons could hurt Daniel, or than hunger it self could hurt Elias, or than the burning fiery Furnace could hurt the Three Loyal Iews who were cast into it. The roaring lion can no more hurt us, without God's leave, than the hungry Lyons could hurt daniel, or than hunger it self could hurt Elias, or than the burning fiery Furnace could hurt the Three Loyal Iews who were cast into it. dt vvg n1 vmb av-dx dc vvn pno12, p-acp npg1 n1, cs dt j ng2 vmd vvi np1, cc cs n1 pn31 n1 vmd vvi np1, cc cs dt vvg j n1 vmd vvd dt crd j np2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 554
2751 Nay upon such as serve God, the second Death has no power; which yet is known to be so strong, Nay upon such as serve God, the second Death has no power; which yet is known to be so strong, uh-x p-acp d c-acp vvi np1, dt ord n1 vhz dx n1; r-crq av vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 554
2752 as to have power over the Devil. For the time will one day come, when God will tye him up close in his Chains of Darkness, and will not suffer him any longer to dispose of any thing in the World, (much less of the Kingdoms, and Glories of it,) But will sink him into the Depth (for I cannot say the Bottom ) of the Lake which burns with Fire and Brimstone. as to have power over the devil. For the time will one day come, when God will tie him up close in his Chains of Darkness, and will not suffer him any longer to dispose of any thing in the World, (much less of the Kingdoms, and Glories of it,) But will sink him into the Depth (for I cannot say the Bottom) of the Lake which burns with Fire and Brimstone. c-acp pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 vmb crd n1 vvn, c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp j p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc vmb xx vvi pno31 d av-jc pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, (av-d dc pp-f dt n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31,) cc-acp vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi dt n1) pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 554
2753 Nay though the Devil was so impudent, as to tempt our blessed Lord to the committing of Idolatry, yet in saying [ All things are delivered to me ] he was seemingly so modest, (or else so weak, ) as to confess that he has nothing; which he has not received; Nay though the devil was so impudent, as to tempt our blessed Lord to the committing of Idolatry, yet in saying [ All things Are Delivered to me ] he was seemingly so modest, (or Else so weak,) as to confess that he has nothing; which he has not received; uh cs dt n1 vbds av j, a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1, av p-acp vvg [ d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno11 ] pns31 vbds av-vvg av j, (cc av av j,) p-acp pc-acp vvi d pns31 vhz pix; r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 555
2754 And that as great as he is, he has one above him; And that as great as he is, he has one above him; cc d c-acp j c-acp pns31 vbz, pns31 vhz crd p-acp pno31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 555
2755 one to whom he is a Pris'ner; one who, as he can freely give, so he can easily take away too; one to whom he is a Prisoner; one who, as he can freely give, so he can Easily take away too; pi p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz dt n1; pi r-crq, c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi, av pns31 vmb av-j vvb av av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 555
2756 one who does suffer but for a time, what he will certainly revenge unto all Eternity. In a word he does confess, that all he has to dispose of is but derivative, and precarious. 'Tis at the most but NONLATINALPHABET, (if his own word were to be taken,) deliver'd to him by his Iudge, the proper Owner of all the World, to whom at last he is to render a sad and terrible Accompt. one who does suffer but for a time, what he will Certainly revenge unto all Eternity. In a word he does confess, that all he has to dispose of is but derivative, and precarious. It's At the most but, (if his own word were to be taken,) Delivered to him by his Judge, the proper Owner of all the World, to whom At last he is to render a sad and terrible Account. pi r-crq vdz vvi cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d n1. p-acp dt n1 pns31 vdz vvi, cst d pns31 vhz p-acp n1 pp-f vbz p-acp j-jn, cc j. pn31|vbz p-acp dt av-ds p-acp, (cs po31 d n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn,) vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp ord pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j cc j vvb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 363 Page 555
2757 § 13. Thus we see the Devil's words ( Luke 4. 6.) have but a little Truth mixt with a world of Falshood. Nothing is True in them but This, That God does suffer or permit him to be many times liberal to such as serve him. But now with This little Truth which is but sufficiently imply'd, we have Three or Four Falshoods which are sufficiently express'd. For first 'tis false what he saith, (if it be literally taken,) That the Things of this World are Deliver'd to him. § 13. Thus we see the Devil's words (Lycia 4. 6.) have but a little Truth mixed with a world of Falsehood. Nothing is True in them but This, That God does suffer or permit him to be many times liberal to such as serve him. But now with This little Truth which is but sufficiently implied, we have Three or Four Falsehoods which Are sufficiently expressed. For First it's false what he Says, (if it be literally taken,) That the Things of this World Are Delivered to him. § crd av pns12 vvb dt ng1 n2 (av crd crd) vhb cc-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 vbz j p-acp pno32 p-acp d, cst np1 vdz vvi cc vvb pno31 pc-acp vbi d n2 j p-acp d c-acp vvb pno31. p-acp av p-acp d j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp av-j vvn, pns12 vhb crd cc crd n2 r-crq vbr av-j vvn. p-acp ord pn31|vbz j r-crq pns31 vvz, (cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn,) cst dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 556
2758 For not to hinder or to permit, or to suffer him to take and dispose of Things, is very much less than to deliver, or put them to him to dispose of; For not to hinder or to permit, or to suffer him to take and dispose of Things, is very much less than to deliver, or put them to him to dispose of; p-acp xx pc-acp vvi cc p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f n2, vbz av d dc cs p-acp vvb, cc vvd pno32 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 556
2759 even as much as to be passive, must needs be less than to be active, in whatsoever thing it is which is brought to pass. even as much as to be passive, must needs be less than to be active, in whatsoever thing it is which is brought to pass. av c-acp d c-acp pc-acp vbi j, vmb av vbi av-dc cs pc-acp vbb j, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 556
2760 'Tis true, the Devil was permitted to take our Saviour, not only once, but again; and to carry him whither he pleas'd too; It's true, the devil was permitted to take our Saviour, not only once, but again; and to carry him whither he pleased too; pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp vvb po12 n1, xx av-j a-acp, p-acp av; cc p-acp vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 j-vvn av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 556
2761 as first into The City, and after That unto The Mountain. But 'tis false to say, our Saviour was deliver'd up to Satan by God the Father. as First into The city, and After That unto The Mountain. But it's false to say, our Saviour was Delivered up to Satan by God the Father. c-acp ord p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d p-acp dt n1. cc-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, po12 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1 dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 556
2762 Next 'tis but figuratively true, and therefore literally false, That he gives the World's Kingdoms to such as serve him. Next it's but figuratively true, and Therefore literally false, That he gives the World's Kingdoms to such as serve him. ord pn31|vbz p-acp av-j j, cc av av-j j, cst pns31 vvz dt n1|vbz ng1 p-acp d c-acp vvi pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 556
2763 For being no more than an Usurper, and therefore void of all right, he is not properly said to Give, but rather to procure them to all Usurpers. Thirdly 'tis false that he procures them to whomsoever he pleaseth, (which yet he confidently adds,) for he procures them no farther, than God sees good to permit, or suffer. Last of all he saith falsly, That ALL the Kingdoms of the World and the Glory of them are so much as permitted to his Disposal, (if he means all at once.) For God disposeth of many Kingdoms, wherein he suffers not the Devil to have the least thing to do. For being no more than an Usurper, and Therefore void of all right, he is not properly said to Give, but rather to procure them to all Usurpers. Thirdly it's false that he procures them to whomsoever he Pleases, (which yet he confidently adds,) for he procures them no farther, than God sees good to permit, or suffer. Last of all he Says falsely, That ALL the Kingdoms of the World and the Glory of them Are so much as permitted to his Disposal, (if he means all At once.) For God Disposeth of many Kingdoms, wherein he suffers not the devil to have the least thing to do. p-acp vbg av-dx av-dc cs dt n1, cc av j pp-f d j-jn, pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp vvb, p-acp av-c p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d n2. ord pn31|vbz j cst pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, (r-crq av pns31 av-j vvz,) c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 av-dx av-jc, cs np1 vvz j p-acp vvb, cc vvi. ord pp-f d pns31 vvz av-j, cst av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbr av av-d c-acp vvn p-acp po31 n1, (cs pns31 vvz d p-acp a-acp.) p-acp np1 vvz pp-f d n2, c-crq pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt ds n1 pc-acp vdi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2764 'Twas God alone who gave his People the Land of Canaan, although the Devil took it from Them, 'Twas God alone who gave his People the Land of Canaan, although the devil took it from Them, pn31|vbds np1 j r-crq vvd po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cs dt n1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2765 and helpt to procure it for the Assyrians. 'Twas God alone who gave Iob his store of Cattle, although the Devil prompted his Labourers, (the Chaldaeans and Sabaeans, ) to take them from him. and helped to procure it for the Assyrians. 'Twas God alone who gave Job his store of Cattle, although the devil prompted his Labourers, (the Chaldaeans and Sabaeans,) to take them from him. cc vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt njp2. pn31|vbds np1 j r-crq vvd np1 po31 n1 pp-f n2, cs dt n1 vvn po31 n2, (dt njp2 cc n2,) pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2766 'Twas God alone who gave Naboth a pleasant Vineyard, although the Devil (by God's permission) helpt Ahab to it. 'Twas God alone who gave Naboth a pleasant Vineyard, although the devil (by God's permission) helped Ahab to it. pn31|vbds np1 j r-crq vvd np1 dt j n1, cs dt n1 (p-acp npg1 n1) vvd np1 p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2767 'Twas God alone who gave a Kingdom, (or rather Three Kingdoms which made a World, ) together with all the Glory of it, to our late Martyr'd Soveraign of Glorious Memory, 'Twas God alone who gave a Kingdom, (or rather Three Kingdoms which made a World,) together with all the Glory of it, to our late Martyred Sovereign of Glorious Memory, pn31|vbds np1 j r-crq vvd dt n1, (cc av-c crd n2 r-crq vvd dt n1,) av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp po12 j j-vvn j-jn pp-f j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2768 although the Devil was permitted (by the help of his Tools) to bereave him of it. although the devil was permitted (by the help of his Tools) to bereave him of it. cs dt n1 vbds vvn (p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n2) p-acp vvb pno31 pp-f pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2769 In a word, if it is true, what is proverbially asserted, (and upon very good Grounds,) That half the World, at the least, does live by cheating all the rest, and by imposing on one another; Then is it easy to discern and to state the Difference, betwixt the Right, and the Possession of things on Earth; In a word, if it is true, what is proverbially asserted, (and upon very good Grounds,) That half the World, At the least, does live by cheating all the rest, and by imposing on one Another; Then is it easy to discern and to state the Difference, betwixt the Right, and the Possession of things on Earth; p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbz j, r-crq vbz av-j vvn, (cc p-acp av j n2,) cst j-jn dt n1, p-acp dt ds, vdz vvi p-acp vvg d dt n1, cc p-acp vvg p-acp crd j-jn; av vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi cc p-acp n1 dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 557
2770 betwixt the Blessings, and the Curses convey'd to men by their Prosperities; betwixt the Instruments, or Bounties, of God, and Satan. betwixt the Blessings, and the Curses conveyed to men by their Prosperities; betwixt the Instruments, or Bounties, of God, and Satan. p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 vvd p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2; p-acp dt n2, cc n2, pp-f np1, cc np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 364 Page 558
2771 § 14. Having hitherto shew'd the Truth of my Proposition, and withal clear'd it from the Objection; I am next to give the Reasons, (at least as many as I can think of, § 14. Having hitherto showed the Truth of my Proposition, and withal cleared it from the Objection; I am next to give the Reasons, (At least as many as I can think of, § crd vhg av vvd dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc av vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1; pns11 vbm ord pc-acp vvi dt n2, (p-acp ds c-acp d c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pp-f, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 558
2772 or can fairly conjecture at,) why God is pleas'd, in this World, to indure with so much patience so great a confusion upon the Earth, or can fairly conjecture At,) why God is pleased, in this World, to endure with so much patience so great a confusion upon the Earth, cc vmb av-j vvi p-acp,) c-crq np1 vbz vvn, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp av d n1 av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 558
2773 and leaves to the Devil so great a power in the perverting and debauching the ways of men. and leaves to the devil so great a power in the perverting and debauching the ways of men. cc vvz p-acp dt n1 av j dt n1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 558
2774 For whilst we look at nothing else but what is present, and before us, we seem to see nothing but Disorder, in most Events under the Sun. If none but good men did prosper, and none but evil men miscarry, A method then would be acknowledg'd, For while we look At nothing Else but what is present, and before us, we seem to see nothing but Disorder, in most Events under the Sun. If none but good men did prosper, and none but evil men miscarry, A method then would be acknowledged, p-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp pix av cc-acp r-crq vbz j, cc p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp n1, p-acp ds n2 p-acp dt n1 cs pix cc-acp j n2 vdd vvi, cc pi cc-acp j-jn n2 vvb, dt n1 av vmd vbi vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 558
2775 and men would probably be better than now they are. and men would probably be better than now they Are. cc n2 vmd av-j vbi j cs av pns32 vbr. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 558
2776 Of if all that are good were in Affliction, and all that are evil in Prosperity, still there would be some method, however men in probability would be very much the worse for the knowledge of it. Of if all that Are good were in Affliction, and all that Are evil in Prosperity, still there would be Some method, however men in probability would be very much the Worse for the knowledge of it. pp-f cs d cst vbr j vbdr p-acp n1, cc d cst vbr j-jn p-acp n1, av a-acp vmd vbi d n1, c-acp n2 p-acp n1 vmd vbi av av-d dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 558
2777 But as now the world goes, There seems to be no method at all. Things fall out in such a blended promiscuous manner. But as now the world Goes, There seems to be no method At all. Things fallen out in such a blended promiscuous manner. cc-acp c-acp av dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vvz pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp d. n2 vvb av p-acp d dt vvd j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2778 For though the wicked are found to prosper a great deal more than the righteous, (as has been shew'd,) yet 'tis as clear that many righteous do also prosper with the wicked, and many wicked ones, For though the wicked Are found to prosper a great deal more than the righteous, (as has been showed,) yet it's as clear that many righteous do also prosper with the wicked, and many wicked ones, p-acp cs dt j vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 dc cs dt j, (c-acp vhz vbn vvn,) av pn31|vbz p-acp j cst d j vdb av vvi p-acp dt j, cc d j pi2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2779 even here, are as much afflicted as the righteous. In which respect it was said by the Royal Preacher, That all things come alike to all. There is one event to the wicked, and to the righteous; even Here, Are as much afflicted as the righteous. In which respect it was said by the Royal Preacher, That all things come alike to all. There is one event to the wicked, and to the righteous; av av, vbr a-acp av-d vvn p-acp dt j. p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst d n2 vvb av-j p-acp d. pc-acp vbz crd n1 p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2780 to the clean, and to the unclean, to him that sacrificeth, and him that sacrificeth not. to the clean, and to the unclean, to him that Sacrificeth, and him that Sacrificeth not. p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j, p-acp pno31 cst vvz, cc pno31 cst vvz xx. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2781 As is the good, so is the sinner; and he that sweareth, as he that feareth an Oath. As is the good, so is the sinner; and he that Sweareth, as he that fears an Oath. p-acp vbz dt j, av vbz dt n1; cc pns31 cst vvz, c-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2782 The Race is not to the swift, nor the Battle to the strong, neither Bread to the Wise, The Raze is not to the swift, nor the Battle to the strong, neither Bred to the Wise, dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt j, ccx dt n1 p-acp dt j, dx n1 p-acp dt j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2783 nor Riches to men of Understanding, nor yet Favour to men of Skill, but Time and Chance happeneth to them all. nor Riches to men of Understanding, nor yet Favour to men of Skill, but Time and Chance Happeneth to them all. ccx n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, ccx av n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pno32 d. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2784 In so much that some are tempted by the seeming Confusion of Events, the Prosperities of the worst men, In so much that Some Are tempted by the seeming Confusion of Events, the Prosperities of the worst men, p-acp av av-d cst d vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n2, dt n2 pp-f dt js n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2785 and the Calamities of the Best, to distrust the very Providence, yea to suspect the very Iustice, yea to deny the very Being of God Himself. and the Calamities of the Best, to distrust the very Providence, yea to suspect the very justice, yea to deny the very Being of God Himself. cc dt n2 pp-f dt av-js, p-acp vvb dt j n1, uh p-acp vvb dt j n1, uh p-acp vvb dt j vbg pp-f np1 px31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2786 They think they, are born at all adventure, and that they shall dye as they are born. They think they, Are born At all adventure, and that they shall die as they Are born. pns32 vvb pns32, vbr vvn p-acp d n1, cc cst pns32 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vbr vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2787 That their spirits shall vanish into the Air, and be as if they had never been. That their spirits shall vanish into the Air, and be as if they had never been. cst po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vbb c-acp cs pns32 vhd av-x vbn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 365 Page 559
2788 § 15. Now to preserve our selves from falling into the very same Snare, let us reflect upon the Reasons of this Confusion, at which so many are falling headlong into the bottomless Abyss of Eternal Misery. § 15. Now to preserve our selves from falling into the very same Snare, let us reflect upon the Reasons of this Confusion, At which so many Are falling headlong into the bottomless Abyss of Eternal Misery. § crd av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j d n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq av d vbr vvg av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 560
2789 Not insisting upon the Reasons in such a measure as they deserve, But rather pointing at the chief Topicks from which the Reasons are to be fetch't. One chief Reason is to be taken from the natural Freedom of the Will, in every rational Agent which is subjected to a Law, and by consequence made worthy either of Punishment or Reward. God's way of working upon the Will is exactly suitable to its Nature, and therefore agreeable to its Freedom; tending to rectifie, but not destroy it; Not insisting upon the Reasons in such a measure as they deserve, But rather pointing At the chief Topicks from which the Reasons Are to be fetched. One chief Reason is to be taken from the natural Freedom of the Will, in every rational Agent which is subjected to a Law, and by consequence made worthy either of Punishment or Reward. God's Way of working upon the Will is exactly suitable to its Nature, and Therefore agreeable to its Freedom; tending to rectify, but not destroy it; xx vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvb, cc-acp av-c vvg p-acp dt j-jn np2 p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvb|pn31. crd j-jn n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt vmb, p-acp d j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1 vvd j av-d pp-f n1 cc vvb. npg1 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt vmb vbz av-j j p-acp po31 n1, cc av j p-acp po31 n1; vvg p-acp vvi, p-acp xx vvi pn31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 560
2790 and by consequence to incline, but not compell it. and by consequence to incline, but not compel it. cc p-acp n1 p-acp vvi, p-acp xx vvi pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 560
2791 Were All the workings of the Almighty in full proportion to his Almightiness, and therefore always, on all occasions, Were All the workings of the Almighty in full proportion to his Almightiness, and Therefore always, on all occasions, np1 d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av av, p-acp d n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 560
2792 as irresistible, as they are Good, I cannot see how it were possible for any Creature to do amiss; or how an Action could be otherwise, than God would have it. as irresistible, as they Are Good, I cannot see how it were possible for any Creature to do amiss; or how an Actium could be otherwise, than God would have it. c-acp j, c-acp pns32 vbr j, pns11 vmbx vvi c-crq pn31 vbdr j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi av; cc c-crq dt n1 vmd vbi av, cs np1 vmd vhb pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 560
2793 Nor can I see how 'twould be possible to give a tolerable reason, why several men at the same time, and the same men at several times, are either better, or worse, than Themselves, or others. Why Iohn was better than Iudas, or Paul better than Himself. Better (I mean) when he asserted, than when he persecuted the Church. Nor can I see how 'twould be possible to give a tolerable reason, why several men At the same time, and the same men At several times, Are either better, or Worse, than Themselves, or Others. Why John was better than Iudas, or Paul better than Himself. Better (I mean) when he asserted, than when he persecuted the Church. ccx vmb pns11 vvi c-crq pn31|vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, q-crq j n2 p-acp dt d n1, cc dt d n2 p-acp j n2, vbr d av-jc, cc av-jc, cs px32, cc n2-jn. q-crq np1 vbds jc cs np1, cc np1 av-jc cs px31. j (pns11 vvb) c-crq pns31 vvn, cs c-crq pns31 vvn dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 561
2794 It follows therefore that the manner of God's Impression upon the Will cannot be cogent, and irresistible, but so congruous rather and suitable, as still to let it remain a Will. And therefore he works upon it otherwise, It follows Therefore that the manner of God's Impression upon the Will cannot be cogent, and irresistible, but so congruous rather and suitable, as still to let it remain a Will. And Therefore he works upon it otherwise, pn31 vvz av cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi j, cc j, p-acp av j av cc j, c-acp av pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi dt n1. cc av pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 561
2795 than he works upon irrational and sensless Creatures; than he works upon irrational and senseless Creatures; cs pns31 vvz p-acp j cc j n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 561
2796 to wit by Promises, and Threats, by Exhortations, and Praecepts, and these in conjunction with a competent measure of his Grace; which Agents natural, and involuntary (such as Vegetables, to wit by Promises, and Treats, by Exhortations, and Precepts, and these in conjunction with a competent measure of his Grace; which Agents natural, and involuntary (such as Vegetables, p-acp n1 p-acp vvz, cc n2, p-acp n2, cc n2, cc d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvi; r-crq n2 j, cc j-jn (d c-acp n2-jn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 561
2797 and Brutes,) are not susceptible of. and Brutus's,) Are not susceptible of. cc n2,) vbr xx j pp-f. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 561
2798 Now God determin'd from all Eternity not to hinder from being done, what he eternally foreknew the congruous means I now mention'd would not prevail with wilful Creatures, so as to hinder them from doing. For why should He by his Omnipotence controul the Wills of those Creatures, whom both his Promises, and his Threats, his Miracles, and his Laws, and a competent measure of his Grace, have been so thanklesly and vainly bestow'd upon? When he cannot restrain our Wills by means agreeable to our Natures, or by any lesser means than what are destructive to our Wills, and by consequence to our Natures, (which he eternally determined he would not violate, ) How very justly must he needs suffer the worst of Actions, which withal he does direct to the best of Ends? Now God determined from all Eternity not to hinder from being done, what he eternally foreknew the congruous means I now mentioned would not prevail with wilful Creatures, so as to hinder them from doing. For why should He by his Omnipotence control the Wills of those Creatures, whom both his Promises, and his Treats, his Miracles, and his Laws, and a competent measure of his Grace, have been so thanklessly and vainly bestowed upon? When he cannot restrain our Wills by means agreeable to our Nature's, or by any lesser means than what Are destructive to our Wills, and by consequence to our Nature's, (which he eternally determined he would not violate,) How very justly must he needs suffer the worst of Actions, which withal he does Direct to the best of Ends? av np1 vvd p-acp d n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp vbg vdn, r-crq pns31 av-j vvd dt j n2 pns11 av vvn vmd xx vvi p-acp j n2, av c-acp p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp vdg. c-acp q-crq vmd pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2, ro-crq av-d po31 vvz, cc po31 vvz, po31 n2, cc po31 n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvi, vhb vbn av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp? c-crq pns31 vmbx vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 j p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp d jc n2 cs q-crq vbr j p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (r-crq pns31 av-j vvn pns31 vmd xx vvi,) q-crq j av-j vmb pns31 av vvb dt js pp-f n2, r-crq av pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt av-js pp-f vvz? (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 366 Page 562
2799 § 16. Another Reason is to be taken from the corrigible Condition of some Evil Doers, whom God is pleased to bless and prosper with many Temporal Injoyments, thereby to mollifie, and indear, and as it were overcome them with so much kindness. § 16. another Reason is to be taken from the corrigible Condition of Some Evil Doers, whom God is pleased to bless and prosper with many Temporal Enjoyments, thereby to mollify, and endear, and as it were overcome them with so much kindness. § crd j-jn n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, r-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d j n2, av p-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn pno32 p-acp av d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 367 Page 562
2800 A great deal of Love and Longanimity will be enough to melt the Heart of the hardest Enemy, A great deal of Love and Longanimity will be enough to melt the Heart of the Hardest Enemy, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av-d p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 367 Page 562
2801 if there is any Wax left in his Composition; if there is any good nature abiding in him. if there is any Wax left in his Composition; if there is any good nature abiding in him. cs pc-acp vbz av-d vvb vvn p-acp po31 n1; cs pc-acp vbz av-d j n1 vvg p-acp pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 367 Page 562
2802 And such was the Method touching which St. Paul speaks in his Epistle to the Romans; Despisest thou the Riches of his Goodness and Forbearance and Long-suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leadeth thee to Repentance? When God is pleas'd to plant his Vineyard upon a very fruitful Hill, to make a strong fence about it, to gather out the stones, to build a Tower in the midst, and to make a Wine-press, what can he mean but to ingage it, to yield him Grapes in proportion to all his Culture? And he appeals to the Inhabitants of Ierusalem and Iudah, whether more could be done than he had done unto his Vineyard, what could he signifie but his Indeavours, to overcome evil with doing good? Thus God draws near to us in Mercies, that we may also draw near to Him, in the Amendment of our Lives and our Conversations. And such was the Method touching which Saint Paul speaks in his Epistle to the Romans; Despisest thou the Riches of his goodness and Forbearance and Long-suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leads thee to Repentance? When God is pleased to plant his Vineyard upon a very fruitful Hill, to make a strong fence about it, to gather out the stones, to built a Tower in the midst, and to make a Winepress, what can he mean but to engage it, to yield him Grapes in proportion to all his Culture? And he appeals to the Inhabitants of Ierusalem and Iudah, whither more could be done than he had done unto his Vineyard, what could he signify but his Endeavours, to overcome evil with doing good? Thus God draws near to us in mercies, that we may also draw near to Him, in the Amendment of our Lives and our Conversations. cc d vbds dt n1 vvg r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1; vv2 pns21 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 cc j, xx vvg cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno21 p-acp n1? c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 np1 p-acp dt j j n1, p-acp vvb dt j vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp vvb av dt n2, p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb dt j, r-crq vmb pns31 vvi cc-acp p-acp vvb pn31, pc-acp vvi pno31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n1? cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, cs n1 vmd vbi vdn cs pns31 vhd vdn p-acp po31 np1, r-crq vmd pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp vdg j? av np1 vvz av-j p-acp pno12 p-acp n2, cst pns12 vmb av vvi av-j p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc po12 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 367 Page 563
2803 § 17. A Third Reason is to be taken from the Incorrigible Condition of another sort of Evil Doers, whom God is pleas'd to give over, as Physicians use to do their desperate Patients. § 17. A Third Reason is to be taken from the Incorrigible Condition of Another sort of Evil Doers, whom God is pleased to give over, as Physicians use to do their desperate Patients. § crd dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n2, ro-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb a-acp, p-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vdi po32 j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 563
2804 They being a sort of People, who are in love with their Diseases, and cannot indure to be reform'd, They being a sort of People, who Are in love with their Diseases, and cannot endure to be reformed, pns32 vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vmbx vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 563
2805 and therefore kick at the means of Cure. and Therefore kick At the means of Cure. cc av vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 563
2806 God leaves such as these to their own Hearts Lust, and lets them wallow (like so many Swine ) in the Mire of Temporal Felicities. God leaves such as these to their own Hearts Lust, and lets them wallow (like so many Swine) in the Mire of Temporal Felicities. np1 vvz d c-acp d p-acp po32 d ng1 n1, cc vvz pno32 vvi (av-j av d n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 563
2807 For as Those very Swine are ever suffer'd to fare the best, that is, to injoy the richest feeding, which are most of all designed for Sale and Slaughter; so God indures with much long-suffering the Vessels of Wrath, to wax fat with all their Contentments and Sensualities, For as Those very Swine Are ever suffered to fare the best, that is, to enjoy the Richest feeding, which Are most of all designed for Sale and Slaughter; so God endures with much long-suffering the Vessels of Wrath, to wax fat with all their Contentment's and Sensualities, p-acp p-acp d j n1 vbr av vvn p-acp vvb dt av-js, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi dt js n1, r-crq vbr av-ds pp-f d vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; av np1 vvz p-acp d j dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp vvb j p-acp d po32 ng1 cc n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 564
2808 because by such their Injoyments they fit themselves for Destruction. To allow them the benefit of his Rod, were to deal with them as Sons; which why should he do, Because by such their Enjoyments they fit themselves for Destruction. To allow them the benefit of his Rod, were to deal with them as Sons; which why should he do, c-acp p-acp d po32 n2 pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1. pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp n2; r-crq c-crq vmd pns31 vdi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 564
2809 whilst they only deal with him as rebellious Servants? Suppose our Sheep and our Oxen were able to reason amongst themselves, while they only deal with him as rebellious Servants? Suppose our Sheep and our Oxen were able to reason among themselves, cs pns32 av-j vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp j n2? vvb po12 n1 cc po12 n2 vbdr j p-acp vvb p-acp px32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 564
2810 and understood the real End for which they are turn'd into their Pastures, would they not macerate their Bodies, and understood the real End for which they Are turned into their Pastures, would they not macerate their Bodies, cc vvd dt j vvb p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, vmd pns32 xx vvi po32 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 564
2811 and bring their Flesh into Subjection, by a great deal of Fasting and Self-denial, and be afraid of faring well, at least in this consideration, that the fatter they grow, they grow the fitter for the Shambles, and that the leaner they are, they are suffer'd to live so much the longer? Much the same is Their Case, who defile themselves as brute Beasts, (to use the Comparison of St. Iude. ) A Comparison not odious, because 'tis made by the Holy Ghost: who saith of Them that are permitted to live and prosper in their Impieties, That they are fitted for Destruction; and prepar'd, like Sheep, for the day of slaughter. Like Sheep the rather, and bring their Flesh into Subjection, by a great deal of Fasting and Self-denial, and be afraid of faring well, At least in this consideration, that the fatter they grow, they grow the fitter for the Shambles, and that the leaner they Are, they Are suffered to live so much the longer? Much the same is Their Case, who defile themselves as brutus Beasts, (to use the Comparison of Saint Iude.) A Comparison not odious, Because it's made by the Holy Ghost: who Says of Them that Are permitted to live and prosper in their Impieties, That they Are fitted for Destruction; and prepared, like Sheep, for the day of slaughter. Like Sheep the rather, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc n1, cc vbb j pp-f vvg av, p-acp ds p-acp d n1, cst dt jc pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb dt jc p-acp dt n2, cc d dt jc pns32 vbr, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vvb av av-d dt av-jc? d dt d vbz po32 n1, r-crq vvb px32 p-acp n1 n2, (pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 np1) dt n1 xx j, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1: r-crq vvz pp-f pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1; cc vvd, av-j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av-j n1 dt av-c, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2812 because as void of understanding, (in respect of those things which must be spiritually discern'd, ) as little mov'd as any Sheep with the Sense of Duty, and as far from considering their later end. The terriblest Speeches in all the Scriptures are such as These; Because as void of understanding, (in respect of those things which must be spiritually discerned,) as little moved as any Sheep with the Sense of Duty, and as Far from considering their later end. The terriblest Speeches in all the Scriptures Are such as These; c-acp p-acp j pp-f n1, (p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvd,) p-acp j vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc c-acp av-j p-acp vvg po32 jc n1. dt js n2 p-acp d dt n2 vbr d c-acp d; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2813 Let him that will be filthy be filthy still. Ye shall not be purged from your filthiness any more. Let him that will be filthy be filthy still. You shall not be purged from your filthiness any more. vvb pno31 cst vmb vbi j vbb j av. pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1 d dc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2814 Make the Heart of this People fat, and their Ears heavy, and shut up their Eyes, left they convert and be healed. Make the Heart of this People fat, and their Ears heavy, and shut up their Eyes, left they convert and be healed. n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 j, cc po32 n2 j, cc vvn a-acp po32 n2, vvd pns32 vvb cc vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2815 Why should ye be smitten any more? ye will revolt more and more. Why should you be smitten any more? you will revolt more and more. q-crq vmd pn22 vbi vvn d dc? pn22 vmb vvi av-dc cc av-dc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2816 Why should I cast away my kindness in Chastising you any longer, when ye still grow the worse by all that is done to make you better? In vain have I smitten your Children; Why should I cast away my kindness in Chastising you any longer, when you still grow the Worse by all that is done to make you better? In vain have I smitten your Children; q-crq vmd pns11 vvi av po11 n1 p-acp vvg pn22 d jc, c-crq pn22 av vvi dt jc p-acp d cst vbz vdn pc-acp vvi pn22 jc? p-acp j vhb pns11 vvn po22 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2817 they have received no Correction. From all which Scriptures we may infer, That God is never so angry, they have received no Correction. From all which Scriptures we may infer, That God is never so angry, pns32 vhb vvn dx n1. p-acp d r-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi, cst np1 vbz av-x av j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2818 as when he leaves the Reins loose upon the Neck of a Brutish People. When he lets them grow wealthy to their undoing, and ruin themselves with their Injoyments. as when he leaves the Reins lose upon the Neck of a Brutish People. When he lets them grow wealthy to their undoing, and ruin themselves with their Enjoyments. c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 vvi j p-acp po32 vvg, cc n1 px32 p-acp po32 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2819 When he permits them to be as happy as the Devil himself would have them; When he permits them to be as happy as the devil himself would have them; c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi c-acp j p-acp dt n1 px31 vmd vhb pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 565
2820 to have as much of this World, as the Serpent is able to tempt them with. to have as much of this World, as the Serpent is able to tempt them with. pc-acp vhi c-acp av-d pp-f d n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 566
2821 What Solomon saith of a Temporal Father, [ He that spareth his Rod, hateth his Child, ] is often true of the Eternal; who intends to disinherit those Incorrigible Children, whom he does not in mercy vouchsafe to strike. And in consequence of This, What Solomon Says of a Temporal Father, [ He that spares his Rod, hates his Child, ] is often true of the Eternal; who intends to disinherit those Incorrigible Children, whom he does not in mercy vouchsafe to strike. And in consequence of This, q-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1, [ pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 n1, ] vbz av j pp-f dt j; r-crq vvz p-acp vvb d j n2, ro-crq pns31 vdz xx p-acp n1 vvb p-acp vvb. cc p-acp n1 pp-f d, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 368 Page 566
2822 § 18. A Fourth Reason is to be taken from the obligingness of the Severity of the Heavenly Father towards his Children, whom he disciplines in This World, that he may not condemn them in the Next. For whom he loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every Son whom he receiveth. § 18. A Fourth Reason is to be taken from the obligingness of the Severity of the Heavenly Father towards his Children, whom he disciplines in This World, that he may not condemn them in the Next. For whom he loves he Chasteneth, and scourges every Son whom he receives. § crd dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt ord. p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 566
2823 We have had Fathers of our Flesh who corrected us, and we gave them Reverence, (saith the same Holy Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, ) though they chastised us for their pleasure. Whereas the Father of Spirits does only chastise us for our profit: And for our profit many ways; To wit for the exercise of our Faith; for the proof of our Patience; for the Improvement of our Humility; for the begetting in all our Hearts both a Contempt of This World, We have had Father's of our Flesh who corrected us, and we gave them reverence, (Says the same Holy Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews,) though they chastised us for their pleasure. Whereas the Father of Spirits does only chastise us for our profit: And for our profit many ways; To wit for the exercise of our Faith; for the proof of our Patience; for the Improvement of our Humility; for the begetting in all our Hearts both a Contempt of This World, pns12 vhb vhn n2 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vvd pno12, cc pns12 vvd pno32 n1, (vvz dt d j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np2,) cs pns32 vvn pno12 p-acp po32 n1. cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vdz av-j vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1: cc p-acp po12 n1 d n2; p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp d po12 n2 d dt n1 pp-f d n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 566
2824 and a Desire of That to come; for the convincing us of his Iustice, which is so far from partiality, that he does hate and punish Sin where e're he finds it, and a Desire of That to come; for the convincing us of his justice, which is so Far from partiality, that he does hate and Punish since where ever he finds it, cc dt vvb pp-f d pc-acp vvi; p-acp dt j-vvg pno12 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz av av-j p-acp n1, cst pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi n1 c-crq av pns31 vvz pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2825 as well in his Friends, as in his Enemies. As he causeth the Sun to shine, so he lays his Rod too, both on the just and the unjust. as well in his Friends, as in his Enemies. As he Causes the Sun to shine, so he lays his Rod too, both on the just and the unjust. c-acp av p-acp po31 n2, a-acp p-acp po31 n2. c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvb, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 av, d p-acp dt j cc dt j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2826 For even they that are poenitent do feel its smart for a Time And They that abide in their Impoenitence, shall feel it infinitely more to all Eternity Again ▪ He chastiseth us for our Profit, because for the hight'ning of our Reward; perhaps in This present life; For even they that Are penitent do feel its smart for a Time And They that abide in their Impoenitence, shall feel it infinitely more to all Eternity Again ▪ He Chastiseth us for our Profit, Because for the hight'ning of our Reward; perhaps in This present life; c-acp av pns32 cst vbr j-jn vdb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc pns32 cst vvb p-acp po32 n1, vmb vvi pn31 av-j av-dc p-acp d n1 av ▪ pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp po12 vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 vvb; av p-acp d j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2827 perhaps in That which is to come; perhaps in This and That too. And of This we have Iob for a new Example. perhaps in That which is to come; perhaps in This and That too. And of This we have Job for a new Exampl. av p-acp cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; av p-acp d cc cst av. cc pp-f d pns12 vhb np1 p-acp dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2828 For had not He been more Afflicted, as well as more Righteous than other men, He had not been so Proverbial, as now he is, For had not He been more Afflicted, as well as more Righteous than other men, He had not been so Proverbial, as now he is, c-acp vhd xx pns31 vbi av-dc j-vvn, c-acp av c-acp dc j cs j-jn n2, pns31 vhd xx vbn av np1, c-acp av pns31 vbz, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2829 as well for his Patience, as his Integrity. In the first Chapter of Iob, God permitted the Devil to take all from him. But in the last Chapter of Iob, God gave him twice as much as he had before. as well for his Patience, as his Integrity. In the First Chapter of Job, God permitted the devil to take all from him. But in the last Chapter of Job, God gave him twice as much as he had before. c-acp av c-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1. p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp vvb d p-acp pno31. cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvd pno31 av p-acp d c-acp pns31 vhd a-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2830 Nay the Almighty had so mollified the Marble-hearts of his Acquaintance, that every man gave him a piece of money, Nay the Almighty had so mollified the Marble-hearts of his Acquaintance, that every man gave him a piece of money, uh dt np1 vhd av vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst d n1 vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2831 and every one an ear-ring of Gold. and every one an earring of Gold. cc d pi dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 567
2832 His later end (saith the Text) was more blessed than his beginning. He regain'd his seven Sons, and his Daughters were the fairest amongst the Children of men. His later end (Says the Text) was more blessed than his beginning. He Regained his seven Sons, and his Daughters were the Fairest among the Children of men. po31 jc n1 (vvz dt n1) vbds av-dc vvn cs po31 n1. pns31 vvd po31 crd n2, cc po31 n2 vbdr dt js p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 568
2833 Yea that nothing might be wanting to make him amends for his Adversity, He liv'd and prosper'd after This, no less than an hundred and forty years; Yea that nothing might be wanting to make him amends for his Adversity, He lived and prospered After This, no less than an hundred and forty Years; uh cst pix vmd vbi vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd cc vvd p-acp d, av-dx dc cs dt crd cc crd n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 568
2834 seeing his Sons, and Son's Sons, even to four Generations. Such was his Reward in the present life. seeing his Sons, and Son's Sons, even to four Generations. Such was his Reward in the present life. vvg po31 n2, cc ng1 n2, av p-acp crd n2. d vbds po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 568
2835 But infinitely more in the life to come. Such as none can conceive, much less describe, but He who is himself as Infinite, as That Reward is Inexpressible. To sum up all in a word, (and in the word of the same Apostle,) God corrects us for our profit, to make us partakers with him in Holiness, and that to no lesser end, But infinitely more in the life to come. Such as none can conceive, much less describe, but He who is himself as Infinite, as That Reward is Inexpressible. To sum up all in a word, (and in the word of the same Apostle,) God corrects us for our profit, to make us partakers with him in Holiness, and that to no lesser end, p-acp av-j dc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. d p-acp pix vmb vvi, d dc vvi, p-acp pns31 r-crq vbz px31 p-acp j, p-acp d n1 vbz j. p-acp n1 a-acp d p-acp dt n1, (cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1,) np1 vvz pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp dx jc n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 568
2836 than to make us also sharers with Him in Heaven. than to make us also sharers with Him in Heaven. cs pc-acp vvi pno12 av n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 369 Page 568
2837 § 19. The very mention of which does prompt me to give a fifth and last Reason. A Reason to be fetch't from the Life after Death, and the Day of Iudgment: Without which Topick, all the rest are worth nothing; § 19. The very mention of which does prompt me to give a fifth and last Reason. A Reason to be fetched from the Life After Death, and the Day of Judgement: Without which Topic, all the rest Are worth nothing; § crd dt j vvb pp-f r-crq vdz vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi dt ord cc ord n1. dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvb|pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: p-acp r-crq np1, d dt n1 vbr j pi2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 568
2838 and were there no other than This, it would be equal to a Thousand. If in this life only we had hope, we should be (saith St. Paul ) of all men the most miserable. and were there no other than This, it would be equal to a Thousand. If in this life only we had hope, we should be (Says Saint Paul) of all men the most miserable. cc vbdr a-acp dx j-jn cs d, pn31 vmd vbi j-jn p-acp dt crd. cs p-acp d n1 av-j pns12 vhd n1, pns12 vmd vbi (vvz n1 np1) pp-f d n2 dt av-ds j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 568
2839 From whence I gather, That having an Hope in the life to come, we are of All sorts of men by much the happiest. From whence I gather, That having an Hope in the life to come, we Are of All sorts of men by much the Happiest. p-acp c-crq pns11 vvb, cst vhg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr pp-f d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d dt js. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 569
2840 The Psalmist sweetned all his Sorrows with this single Consideration, That the Rod of the wicked shall not evermore rest upon the Back of the Righteous. The Psalmist sweetened all his Sorrows with this single Consideration, That the Rod of the wicked shall not evermore rest upon the Back of the Righteous. dt n1 vvd d po31 n2 p-acp d j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 569
2841 For verily (saith He) there is a Reward for the Righteous, doubtless there is a God that judgeth the Earth. For verily (Says He) there is a Reward for the Righteous, doubtless there is a God that Judgeth the Earth. c-acp av-j (vvz pns31) pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j, av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 569
2842 The Devils may very well be said to believe and tremble. For they do tacitly acknowledge, by that their Question put to Christ, [ Art thou come to torment us before the Time? ] That however they are permitted their time of Pleasure, yet they tremblingly expect their time of pain too. The Devils may very well be said to believe and tremble. For they do tacitly acknowledge, by that their Question put to christ, [ Art thou come to torment us before the Time? ] That however they Are permitted their time of Pleasure, yet they tremblingly expect their time of pain too. dt n2 vmb av av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi. c-acp pns32 vdb av-j vvi, p-acp d po32 n1 vvn p-acp np1, [ vb2r pns21 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1? ] cst c-acp pns32 vbr vvn po32 n1 pp-f n1, av pns32 av-vvg vvi po32 n1 pp-f n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 569
2843 Whatsoever things are taken from Good men here, St. Peter tells us, There is a Time of Restitution. Whatsoever Good men do suffer here in the Body, the Prophet Hosea puts our thoughts upon Days of Recompence. Isaiah calls it The year of Recompence, and the Day of the Lord's Vengeance. Whatsoever things Are taken from Good men Here, Saint Peter tells us, There is a Time of Restitution. Whatsoever Good men do suffer Here in the Body, the Prophet Hosea puts our thoughts upon Days of Recompense. Isaiah calls it The year of Recompense, and the Day of the Lord's Vengeance. r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2 av, n1 np1 vvz pno12, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. r-crq j n2 vdb vvi av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 np1 vvz po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. np1 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 569
2844 How could Moses have preferred the Reproach of Christ, as much greater Riches than the Treasures in Egypt, if he had not had respect unto the Recompence of Reward? How could David himself have been kept from fainting, if he had not thus expected to see the Goodness of the Lord in the Land of the Living? Wherefore lift up the hands that hang down, and the feeble knees. In every shock of Temptation from suffering wrongs, let us take up the words of the Prophet Ieremy for our support; How could Moses have preferred the Reproach of christ, as much greater Riches than the Treasures in Egypt, if he had not had respect unto the Recompense of Reward? How could David himself have been kept from fainting, if he had not thus expected to see the goodness of the Lord in the Land of the Living? Wherefore lift up the hands that hang down, and the feeble knees. In every shock of Temptation from suffering wrongs, let us take up the words of the Prophet Ieremy for our support; q-crq vmd np1 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d jc n2 cs dt n2 p-acp np1, cs pns31 vhd xx vhd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? c-crq vmd np1 px31 vhb vbn vvn p-acp vvg, cs pns31 vhd xx av vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg? c-crq vvb a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp, cc dt j n2. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg n2-jn, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp po12 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2845 The Lord God of Recompences shall surely requite. The Lord God of Recompenses shall surely requite. dt n1 np1 pp-f n2 vmb av-j vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2846 Words most worthy of our daily, if not of hourly Consideration, that we may not faint in well-doing, or in suffering: for doing well. Words most worthy of our daily, if not of hourly Consideration, that we may not faint in welldoing, or in suffering: for doing well. n2 av-ds j pp-f po12 av-j, cs xx pp-f av-j n1, cst pns12 vmb xx j p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvg: p-acp vdg av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2847 It is indeed a great Temptation, and apt to make ones feet slip ▪ to see the Possessions of the World in the Devil's Power and Disposal. It is indeed a great Temptation, and apt to make ones feet slip ▪ to see the Possessions of the World in the Devil's Power and Disposal. pn31 vbz av dt j n1, cc j pc-acp vvi pig n2 vvi ▪ pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2848 But our Remedy is at hand, if we shall constantly bear in mind the other part of my Proposition, That 'tis All by God's Patience and wise Permission; But our Remedy is At hand, if we shall constantly bear in mind the other part of my Proposition, That it's All by God's Patience and wise Permission; p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1, cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst pn31|vbz d p-acp npg1 n1 cc j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2849 And that there will a Day come, when God will make up his Iewels, putting a very signal difference between the wicked and the righteous; And that there will a Day come, when God will make up his Jewels, putting a very signal difference between the wicked and the righteous; cc cst a-acp vmb dt n1 vvb, c-crq np1 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n2, vvg dt j n1 n1 p-acp dt j cc dt j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2850 between the men that serve God, and Them that persecute their Brethren for having serv'd him. between the men that serve God, and Them that persecute their Brothers for having served him. p-acp dt n2 cst vvb np1, cc pno32 d vvi po32 n2 p-acp vhg vvn pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2851 Here the Tares and the Wheat grow up together till the Harvest: yea the Tares do overgrow and bear down the Wheat; Here the Tares and the Wheat grow up together till the Harvest: yea the Tares do overgrow and bear down the Wheat; av dt n2 cc dt n1 vvb a-acp av c-acp dt n1: uh dt n2 vdb vvi cc vvb a-acp dt n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2852 and many times do choak it up too. and many times do choke it up too. cc d n2 vdb vvi pn31 p-acp av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 570
2853 That grand Leviathan, the Devil, is suffer'd here even to swim in the Tears of the Righteous; That grand Leviathan, the devil, is suffered Here even to swim in the Tears of the Righteous; cst j np1, dt n1, vbz vvn av av p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2854 to bathe himself in That Brine; and many times in their very Blood too. to bathe himself in That Brine; and many times in their very Blood too. p-acp vvb px31 p-acp d n1; cc d n2 p-acp po32 j n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2855 But 'tis a Corrosive to the former, no less than a Cordial to the later, That God is said to have a Book of Remembrance; That the Devourers of the Righteous are established for Iudgment. And that they who wax fat with the Spoils of Innocence, are prepar'd like Sheep for the day of slaughter. But it's a Corrosive to the former, no less than a Cordial to the later, That God is said to have a Book of Remembrance; That the Devourers of the Righteous Are established for Judgement. And that they who wax fat with the Spoils of Innocence, Are prepared like Sheep for the day of slaughter. p-acp pn31|vbz dt j-jn p-acp dt j, av-dx dc cs dt j p-acp dt jc, cst np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1; cst dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr vvn p-acp n1. cc cst pns32 r-crq vvb j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr vvd av-j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2856 And that He who at present goeth on his way weeping, whilst he beareth forth good Seed, shall doubtless come again with Ioy, And that He who At present Goes on his Way weeping, while he bears forth good Seed, shall doubtless come again with Joy, cc cst pns31 r-crq p-acp j vvz p-acp po31 n1 vvg, cs pns31 vvz av j n1, vmb av-j vvi av p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2857 and bring his Sheafs with him. And that in due time we shall reap, if we faint not. and bring his Sheafs with him. And that in due time we shall reap, if we faint not. cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno31. cc d p-acp j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb xx. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2858 Add we to this our due Reflexions, on the Patience of Iob, and the Afflictions of Ioseph. Take we the Prophets for an Example; and Him expecially who indured such Contradictions of Sinners against himself, lest we be wearied and faint in our minds. Add we to this our due Reflexions, on the Patience of Job, and the Afflictions of Ioseph. Take we the prophets for an Exampl; and Him especially who endured such Contradictions of Sinners against himself, lest we be wearied and faint in our minds. vvb pns12 p-acp d po12 j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1. vvb pns12 dt n2 p-acp dt n1; cc pno31 av-j r-crq vvd d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp px31, cs pns12 vbb vvn cc j p-acp po12 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2859 I say, let us but read such parts of Scripture, and but remember what we read, I say, let us but read such parts of Scripture, and but Remember what we read, pns11 vvb, vvb pno12 p-acp vvb d n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp vvb r-crq pns12 vvb, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2860 and but believe what we remember, And then we shall not be in danger to fret our selves at the ungodly, or to be envious against the Evil doers. and but believe what we Remember, And then we shall not be in danger to fret our selves At the ungodly, or to be envious against the Evil doers. cc p-acp vvb r-crq pns12 vvb, cc av pns12 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j, cc p-acp vbb j p-acp dt j-jn n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 370 Page 571
2861 § 20. But now, besides these several Reasons of the seeming Disorder and Confusion in the promiscuous Distribution of all Possessions under the Sun, There may be other Reasons given by considering men, § 20. But now, beside these several Reasons of the seeming Disorder and Confusion in the promiscuous Distribution of all Possessions under the Sun, There may be other Reasons given by considering men, § crd p-acp av, p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn n2 vvn p-acp vvg n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 572
2862 and there are doubtless many others which are known to God only: and which cannot be better collected than from the Example of our Saviour, on whom the Devil and his Instruments were permitted to have so great a Power. and there Are doubtless many Others which Are known to God only: and which cannot be better collected than from the Exampl of our Saviour, on whom the devil and his Instruments were permitted to have so great a Power. cc pc-acp vbr av-j d n2-jn r-crq vbr vvn p-acp np1 av-j: cc q-crq vmbx vbi av-jc vvn cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 cc po31 n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vhi av j dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 572
2863 We know they put him to a painful and shameful Death. We know they put him to a painful and shameful Death. pns12 vvb pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j cc j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 572
2864 And why were they suffer'd by God to do it? Even for quite other reasons than They were able to conceive, And why were they suffered by God to do it? Even for quite other Reasons than They were able to conceive, cc q-crq vbdr pns32 vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pn31? j c-acp av j-jn n2 cs pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 572
2865 and for contrary ends to what They were led by: and for contrary ends to what They were led by: cc p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 572
2866 To wit, the Satisfying his Iustice; the Exhibition of his Mercy; the Declaration of his Wisdom; the Manifestation of his Holiness; the Illustration of his Power; the Exaltation of his Glory; And (as worthily subordinate to each of These,) the Reformation and the Safety of all our Souls. All which if we compare with the five Reasons going before, we shall not wonder at the Truth of This Proposition, That all the Kingdoms of the World, To wit, the Satisfying his justice; the Exhibition of his Mercy; the Declaration of his Wisdom; the Manifestation of his Holiness; the Illustration of his Power; the Exaltation of his Glory; And (as worthily subordinate to each of These,) the Reformation and the Safety of all our Souls. All which if we compare with the five Reasons going before, we shall not wonder At the Truth of This Proposition, That all the Kingdoms of the World, p-acp n1, dt vvg po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc (c-acp av-j j p-acp d pp-f d,) dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2. d r-crq cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt crd n2 vvg a-acp, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 572
2867 and the Glory of them, (at least successively, though not at once,) are by God's Patience, and wise Permission, in the Devil's Power and Disposal. and the Glory of them, (At least successively, though not At once,) Are by God's Patience, and wise Permission, in the Devil's Power and Disposal. cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, (p-acp ds av-j, cs xx p-acp a-acp,) vbr p-acp npg1 n1, cc j n1, p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 371 Page 573
2868 § 21. After the Truth, and the Reason, let us observe the special Uses which may be made of his Doctrin. § 21. After the Truth, and the Reason, let us observe the special Uses which may be made of his Doctrine. § crd p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi dt j vvz r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2869 First it teacheth us how to value the beggarly Greatness of this World. Over-value it we may, and very commonly we do too; First it Teaches us how to valve the beggarly Greatness of this World. Overvalue it we may, and very commonly we do too; ord pn31 vvz pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1. n1 pn31 po12 vmb, cc av av-j pns12 vdb av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2870 but undervalue it we cannot, do what we can. but undervalue it we cannot, do what we can. cc-acp vvi pn31 po12 vmbx, vdb r-crq pns12 vmb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2871 For what more despicable than That, which the Devil can both procure, and deprive us of? What more worthy of our Contempt, than what is so undervalued by Him that made it, For what more despicable than That, which the devil can both procure, and deprive us of? What more worthy of our Contempt, than what is so undervalved by Him that made it, p-acp r-crq av-dc j cs cst, r-crq dt n1 vmb d vvi, cc vvb pno12 pp-f? q-crq dc j pp-f po12 n1, cs q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2872 as by Him to be often left in the Devil's Power and Disposal? The Devil can give us great Possessions, just as he gave them to the Chaldaeans; And can take them away, as he did from Iob. For both which reasons we ought to scorn them, as by Him to be often left in the Devil's Power and Disposal? The devil can give us great Possessions, just as he gave them to the Chaldaeans; And can take them away, as he did from Job For both which Reasons we ought to scorn them, c-acp p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi av vvd p-acp dt n1|vbz n1 cc n1? dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 j n2, j c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt njp2; cc vmb vvi pno32 av, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp zz p-acp d r-crq n2 pns12 vmd p-acp vvb pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2873 and to behave our selves towards them as things below us; and to behave our selves towards them as things below us; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32 c-acp n2 a-acp pno12; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2874 fit for nothing but to be matter, whereby to exercise a Bounty to such as want them. fit for nothing but to be matter, whereby to exercise a Bounty to such as want them. vvb p-acp pix cc-acp pc-acp vbi n1, c-crq p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 372 Page 573
2875 First (I say) 'tis a disparagement to the Wealth and Glory of the World, that they are left so much by God in the Devil's Power, that Satan is suffer'd to bestow them on such as serve him. First (I say) it's a disparagement to the Wealth and Glory of the World, that they Are left so much by God in the Devil's Power, that Satan is suffered to bestow them on such as serve him. np1 (pns11 vvb) pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vbr vvn av av-d p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1|vbz n1, cst np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d c-acp vvb pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2876 For the Gifts of the Devil are never Good, nor consistent with Goodness in such as have them. For the Gifts of the devil Are never Good, nor consistent with goodness in such as have them. p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-x j, ccx j p-acp n1 p-acp d c-acp vhb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2877 They are dishonourable, and dangerous, and Hostages given to Destruction. They Are dishonourable, and dangerous, and Hostages given to Destruction. pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc n2 vvn p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2878 The Devil can give Riches, (in the sense before mention'd,) but not Contentment, and a right use, which are the ends for which we crave them. The devil can give Riches, (in the sense before mentioned,) but not Contentment, and a right use, which Are the ends for which we crave them. dt n1 vmb vvi n2, (p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn,) cc-acp xx n1, cc dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2879 And for want of which ends, they increase our Poverty. And for want of which ends, they increase our Poverty. cc p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq n2, pns32 vvb po12 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2880 For as, when the Body of man is Aguish, no Addition of Clothes can make him warm; So when the Soul of man is vitious, no Addition of Treasure can make him rich. The reason of which Paradox may thus be illustrated, and clear'd. For as, when the Body of man is Aguish, no Addition of Clothes can make him warm; So when the Soul of man is vicious, no Addition of Treasure can make him rich. The reason of which Paradox may thus be illustrated, and cleared. p-acp a-acp, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, dx n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi pno31 j; av c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31 j. dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vmb av vbi vvn, cc vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2881 We know that though the Clothes defend the Body from outward Cold, yet 'tis the Body's inward Heat which does warm the Clothes: For else a Coffin and a Coverlid would warm a man when he is dead. We know that though the Clothes defend the Body from outward Cold, yet it's the Body's inward Heat which does warm the Clothes: For Else a Coffin and a Coverlid would warm a man when he is dead. pns12 vvb cst cs dt n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp j n-jn, av pn31|vbz dt ng1 j n1 r-crq vdz vvi dt n2: c-acp av dt n1 cc dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2882 Which being evidently impossible, 'Tis plain that the Body must warm the Clothes, before the Clothes can warm the Body. Which being evidently impossible, It's plain that the Body must warm the Clothes, before the Clothes can warm the Body. r-crq vbg av-j j, pn31|vbz j cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2, p-acp dt n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 574
2883 And thence a Child is much warmer in a very thin Suit, than his old decrepit Father when wrapt about with a Wardrope. In like manner 'tis the Soul which makes the Possession become sufficient, not at all the Possession which gives contentment unto the Soul. And as the way whereby to cure the cold Access of an Ague, is to cleanse the Body from peccant humours, not to bring it to a great Fire; so the way to be happy as well as full, is to purge an over passionate and sickly Soul, not to rake up a great Estate. There are indeed who have Abundance in conjunction with Satisfaction; But 'tis clear their Satisfaction does not arise from That Abundance. And thence a Child is much warmer in a very thin Suit, than his old decrepit Father when wrapped about with a Wardrobe. In like manner it's the Soul which makes the Possession become sufficient, not At all the Possession which gives contentment unto the Soul. And as the Way whereby to cure the cold Access of an Ague, is to cleanse the Body from peccant humours, not to bring it to a great Fire; so the Way to be happy as well as full, is to purge an over passionate and sickly Soul, not to rake up a great Estate. There Are indeed who have Abundance in conjunction with Satisfaction; But it's clear their Satisfaction does not arise from That Abundance. cc av dt n1 vbz av-d jc p-acp dt j j n1, cs po31 j j n1 c-crq vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1. p-acp j n1 pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 vvb j, xx p-acp d dt n1 r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp j n2, xx pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1; av dt n1 pc-acp vbi j c-acp av c-acp j, vbz p-acp vvb cs p-acp j cc j n1, xx pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1. pc-acp vbr av r-crq vhb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j po32 n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp cst n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 575
2884 For if Contentment could grow from Plenty, The Man of Macedon had been satisfied in his Acquist of all Asia; and had not wept for another World. Nor would They who at first do take up Arms for meer Liberty ▪ continue the keeping of them up for meer Dominion, (when they have got their own Liberty, they would not take it from other men. ) From whence it follows, That no man living is contented, meerly because he has enough, But that many men have enough, meerly because they are contented. And as a man in a Boat, when he would pull the Bank to him, finds it impossible for him to do it, For if Contentment could grow from Plenty, The Man of Macedon had been satisfied in his Acquist of all Asia; and had not wept for Another World. Nor would They who At First doe take up Arms for mere Liberty ▪ continue the keeping of them up for mere Dominion, (when they have god their own Liberty, they would not take it from other men.) From whence it follows, That no man living is contented, merely Because he has enough, But that many men have enough, merely Because they Are contented. And as a man in a Boat, when he would pull the Bank to him, finds it impossible for him to do it, p-acp cs n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp po31 np1 pp-f d np1; cc vhd xx vvn p-acp j-jn n1. ccx vmd pns32 r-crq p-acp ord n1 vvb a-acp n2 p-acp j n1 ▪ vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1, (c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 d n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn n2.) p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz, cst dx n1 vvg vbz vvn, av-j c-acp pns31 vhz av-d, p-acp cst d n2 vhb av-d, av-j c-acp pns32 vbr vvn. cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, vvz pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 576
2885 but by pulling Himself upon the Bank; so the only way possible to fit our Condition to our minds, is by bringing our minds to our Condition. For if a man shall inlarge his Desires as Hell, but by pulling Himself upon the Bank; so the only Way possible to fit our Condition to our minds, is by bringing our minds to our Condition. For if a man shall enlarge his Desires as Hell, cc-acp p-acp vvg px31 p-acp dt n1; av dt j n1 j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, vbz p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1. c-acp cs dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 576
2886 and is as greedy as the Grave, All the Possessions in the World will not fill one of his Eyes. 'Twas very shrewdly said by Socrates to Archelaus, That the Cities of Greece were found to prosper, which asked Counsel of the Devil (in his Oracle at Delphi, ) whilst Those that did not, were still afflicted. But though mad men and fools inferr'd the Devil (from That Success) to be the only true God, yet wise men knew him to be no better, and is as greedy as the Grave, All the Possessions in the World will not fill one of his Eyes. 'Twas very shrewdly said by Socrates to Archelaus, That the Cities of Greece were found to prosper, which asked Counsel of the devil (in his Oracle At Delphi,) while Those that did not, were still afflicted. But though mad men and Fools inferred the devil (from That Success) to be the only true God, yet wise men knew him to be no better, cc vbz a-acp j c-acp dt j, d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi crd pp-f po31 n2. pn31|vbds av av-j vvn p-acp npg1 p-acp np1, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn p-acp vvb, r-crq vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1,) cs d cst vdd xx, vbdr av vvn. cc-acp cs j n2 cc n2 vvn dt n1 (p-acp cst n1) pc-acp vbi dt av-j j np1, av j n2 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi av-dx av-jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 576
2887 than the most bountiful kind of Cheat, and that he made men to prosper to their undoing. NONLATINALPHABET. than the most bountiful kind of Cheat, and that he made men to prosper to their undoing.. cs dt ds j j pp-f vvi, cc cst pns31 vvd n2 p-acp vvb p-acp po32 vvg.. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 576
2888 Socrates challenged all Historians from the beginning of the World to the day he writ in, to name a man who had been the better for any Possessions of Satan's giving. Socrates challenged all Historians from the beginning of the World to the day he writ in, to name a man who had been the better for any Possessions of Satan's giving. npg1 vvd d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vhd vbn dt jc p-acp d n2 pp-f npg1 vvg. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 576
2889 Meaning that none had profited by them in the Day of their Prosperity; And so little can they profit in the Great Day of Wrath, (as the Wise man calls it) that then they disprofit in extremity, because they purchase for their Owners a place in Hell. So little reason have we to boast, that we abound in those things, which the Devil (by God's Sufferance) can help us to, who neither can nor will help us, to use them wisely to our Advantage. Meaning that none had profited by them in the Day of their Prosperity; And so little can they profit in the Great Day of Wrath, (as the Wise man calls it) that then they disprofit in extremity, Because they purchase for their Owners a place in Hell. So little reason have we to boast, that we abound in those things, which the devil (by God's Sufferance) can help us to, who neither can nor will help us, to use them wisely to our Advantage. vvg cst pi vhd vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; cc av av-j vmb pns32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31) cst av pns32 vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vvi p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 p-acp n1. av j n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvb, cst pns12 vvb p-acp d n2, r-crq dt n1 (p-acp npg1 n1) vmb vvi pno12 p-acp, r-crq av-dx vmb ccx vmb vvb pno12, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp po12 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 373 Page 577
2890 Much less reason have we to boast, in what the Devil can take away too; Much less reason have we to boast, in what the devil can take away too; d dc n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvb, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av av; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 577
2891 in being Tenants at Will to so vile a Landlord. There is nothing more usual with the Prince of this World, than to set Pilate against Herod, as well as Both against Christ. He employs one Robber in offering violence to another. And who would care for those Riches which only make him the Devil's Sumpter? Can we think it a noble thing, to be laden with thick Clay at the Devil's Pleasure, and again unladen at his Command? To have Wealth bestow'd on us by our Complyance with the Tempter, in being Tenants At Will to so vile a Landlord. There is nothing more usual with the Prince of this World, than to Set Pilate against Herod, as well as Both against christ. He employs one Robber in offering violence to Another. And who would care for those Riches which only make him the Devil's Sumpter? Can we think it a noble thing, to be laden with thick Clay At the Devil's Pleasure, and again unladen At his Command? To have Wealth bestowed on us by our Compliance with the Tempter, p-acp vbg n2 p-acp n1 p-acp av j dt n1. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cs pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1, c-acp av c-acp d p-acp np1. pns31 vvz crd n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp j-jn. cc q-crq vmd vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq av-j vvi pno31 dt ng1 n1? vmb pns12 vvi pn31 dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc av vvn p-acp po31 vvi? pc-acp vhi n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 577
2892 and taken from us by other men's? 'Twas wisely done of Aristippus, the learned Stoick, when he commanded his Daughter Areta, to give her Son Wisdom for his Patrimony, in stead of Wealth; because the Tyrants of Cyrene could never plunder him of his Philosophy, That Inaccessible Treasure which was within him; and taken from us by other men's? 'Twas wisely done of Aristippus, the learned Stoic, when he commanded his Daughter Areta, to give her Son Wisdom for his Patrimony, in stead of Wealth; Because the Tyrants of Cyrene could never plunder him of his Philosophy, That Inaccessible Treasure which was within him; cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j-jn ng2? pn31|vbds av-j vdn pp-f np1, dt j jp, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd av vvb pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cst j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp pno31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 578
2893 who yet would be the sole Masters of all his Wealth, those obnoxious Possessions which were without him ▪ Which Advice of Aristippus was much like That of our Lord himself, Lay not up for your selves Treasure on Earth, where Plunderers and Thieves break through and steal. who yet would be the sole Masters of all his Wealth, those obnoxious Possessions which were without him ▪ Which advice of Aristippus was much like That of our Lord himself, Lay not up for your selves Treasure on Earth, where Plunderers and Thieves break through and steal. r-crq av vmd vbi dt j n2 pp-f d po31 n1, d j n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp pno31 ▪ q-crq n1 pp-f np1 vbds av-d av-j cst pp-f po12 n1 px31, vvb xx a-acp p-acp po22 n2 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp cc vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 578
2894 From whence 'tis obvious to collect, that we are not so much obliged to Them who give us our Estates, From whence it's obvious to collect, that we Are not so much obliged to Them who give us our Estates, p-acp c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vbr xx av av-d vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb pno12 po12 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 578
2895 as to Them who do teach us to use them safely. as to Them who doe teach us to use them safely. c-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 vvi pno12 p-acp vvb pno32 av-j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 578
2896 The Devil and his Agents, are often permitted to do the former; But God alone, and his Embassadours, will oblige us so far as to do the later. The devil and his Agents, Are often permitted to do the former; But God alone, and his ambassadors, will oblige us so Far as to do the later. dt n1 cc po31 n2, vbr av vvn pc-acp vdi dt j; p-acp np1 av-j, cc po31 n2, vmb vvi pno12 av av-j c-acp pc-acp vdi dt jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 374 Page 578
2897 § 22. Secondly let us consider, That since we find God Himself bestowing Riches upon some, as upon Abraham, and Iob, or whosoever has a right to the several things which he possesseth; § 22. Secondly let us Consider, That since we find God Himself bestowing Riches upon Some, as upon Abraham, and Job, or whosoever has a right to the several things which he Possesses; § crd ord vvb pno12 vvi, cst c-acp pns12 vvb np1 px31 vvg n2 p-acp d, a-acp p-acp np1, cc np1, cc r-crq vhz dt j-jn p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vvz; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 578
2898 whilst the Devil gives to others, (by God's Permission) as to the Sabaeans, and the Chaldaeans, who plunder'd Iob of his Substance; while the devil gives to Others, (by God's Permission) as to the Sabaeans, and the Chaldaeans, who plundered Job of his Substance; cs dt n1 vvz p-acp n2-jn, (p-acp npg1 n1) c-acp p-acp dt n2, cc dt njp2, r-crq vvd np1 pp-f po31 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 578
2899 to Achan, and Ahab, or whosoever has Possession without a right; It concerns us to examin the exact Derivation of our Estates; to achan, and Ahab, or whosoever has Possession without a right; It concerns us to examine the exact Derivation of our Estates; pc-acp np1, cc np1, cc r-crq vhz n1 p-acp dt n-jn; pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 578
2900 and to have it well stated, whether we receive them from God, or Satan. For if honestly acquir'd, and to have it well stated, whither we receive them from God, or Satan. For if honestly acquired, cc pc-acp vhi pn31 av vvn, cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp np1, cc np1. c-acp cs av-j vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 579
2901 and so from God, (by his Appointment, and Approbation,) Then we may honestly injoy them, to the Glory of God, and so from God, (by his Appointment, and Approbation,) Then we may honestly enjoy them, to the Glory of God, cc av p-acp np1, (p-acp po31 n1, cc n1,) av pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 579
2902 and our private Comfort. Always bearing This in mind, That we are but God's Almoners, or Usufructuaries; and must dispense to His Members who is Proprietary in chief. But if dishonestly attain'd to, and our private Comfort. Always bearing This in mind, That we Are but God's Almoners, or Usufructuaries; and must dispense to His Members who is Proprietary in chief. But if dishonestly attained to, cc po12 j vvi. av vvg d p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbr p-acp npg1 n2, cc n2; cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 r-crq vbz n1 p-acp j-jn. cc-acp cs av-j vvd p-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 579
2903 and so from Satan, (by God's permission only, and sufferance, ) we cannot honestly possess, much less injoy them, and so from Satan, (by God's permission only, and sufferance,) we cannot honestly possess, much less enjoy them, cc av p-acp np1, (p-acp npg1 n1 av-j, cc n1,) pns12 vmbx av-j vvi, d dc vvb pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 579
2904 and therefore ought to do neither to God's Dishonour, and our Damnation. But as our Saviour hath said of the Eye, and Hand, That if at any time they offend us, we must pluck out the one, and cut off the other; and Therefore ought to doe neither to God's Dishonour, and our Damnation. But as our Saviour hath said of the Eye, and Hand, That if At any time they offend us, we must pluck out the one, and Cut off the other; cc av vmd p-acp n1 dx p-acp npg1 vvb, cc po12 n1. cc-acp p-acp po12 n1 vhz vvn pp-f dt n1, cc n1, cst cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb pno12, pns12 vmb vvi av dt crd, cc vvn a-acp dt j-jn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 579
2905 so must we say of our Possessions, That if they offend us in the like sense, by making us stumble into Sin, we must pluck them out of our Treasury, (like the Emperour Sigismund, ) and (like Him too) cast them from us; because 'tis better for us to enter as Poor as Lazarus into Heaven, than remaining Rich as Dives, to be cast into Hell. Always keeping This in memory, That Ill-gotten Goods may purchase matter for Repentance, so must we say of our Possessions, That if they offend us in the like sense, by making us Stumble into since, we must pluck them out of our Treasury, (like the Emperor Sigismund,) and (like Him too) cast them from us; Because it's better for us to enter as Poor as Lazarus into Heaven, than remaining Rich as Dives, to be cast into Hell. Always keeping This in memory, That Ill-gotten Goods may purchase matter for Repentance, av vmb pns12 vvi pp-f po12 n2, cst cs pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg pno12 vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po12 n1, (av-j dt n1 np1,) cc (av-j pno31 av) vvd pno32 p-acp pno12; c-acp pn31|vbz jc p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp j c-acp np1 p-acp n1, cs vvg j p-acp vvz, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. av vvg d p-acp n1, cst j n2-j vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 580
2906 But Repentance it self they can never purchase. But Repentance it self they can never purchase. cc-acp n1 pn31 n1 pns32 vmb av-x vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 375 Page 580
2907 § 23. Thirdly let us consider, That if the Devil himself is suffer'd to have more of This world at his Devotion and Disposal, § 23. Thirdly let us Consider, That if the devil himself is suffered to have more of This world At his Devotion and Disposal, § crd ord vvb pno12 vvi, cst cs dt n1 px31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dc pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 580
2908 than The Great Cham, or the Great Mogul, or whosoever of earthly Potentates is worthily thought to be the Greatest; Then are our Shares of this world the things the most to be suspected, and of which we should least be proud. Nor should we rashly take it for granted, that they are evermore the Blessings and Gifts of God, because we learn by sad Experience, that they are many times the Curses and Snares of Satan. If to have Riches in Possession were still a sign of God's Favour; This great Absurdity would follow, That the Devil himself would be God's chief Favorite. The Apostle's Rule is, That whom he loveth he chasteneth; not that whom he loveth, he maketh Rich. That He scourgeth every Son whom he receiveth; than The Great Cham, or the Great Mogul, or whosoever of earthly Potentates is worthily Thought to be the Greatest; Then Are our Shares of this world the things the most to be suspected, and of which we should least be proud. Nor should we rashly take it for granted, that they Are evermore the Blessings and Gifts of God, Because we Learn by sad Experience, that they Are many times the Curses and Snares of Satan. If to have Riches in Possession were still a Signen of God's Favour; This great Absurdity would follow, That the devil himself would be God's chief Favourite. The Apostle's Rule is, That whom he loves he Chasteneth; not that whom he loves, he makes Rich. That He scourges every Son whom he receives; cs dt j n1, cc dt j np1, cc r-crq pp-f j n2 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt js; av vbr po12 n2 pp-f d n1 dt n2 dt av-ds pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pp-f r-crq pns12 vmd ds vbb j. ccx vmd pns12 av-j vvb pn31 p-acp vvn, cst pns32 vbr av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j vvb, cst pns32 vbr d n2 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. cs pc-acp vhi n2 p-acp n1 vbdr av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; d j n1 vmd vvi, cst dt n1 px31 vmd vbi npg1 j-jn n1. dt ng1 n1 vbz, cst r-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz; xx d r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz np1 cst pns31 vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 580
2909 not that every one whom he receiveth, he makes to wallow in Prosperity. And 'twas a thing so very rare, not that every one whom he receives, he makes to wallow in Prosperity. And 'twas a thing so very rare, xx cst d crd ro-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp vvb p-acp n1. cc pn31|vbds dt n1 av av j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 580
2910 when Times were better than now they are, to see the same man both Good and Prosperous, That men did scandalously complain in the Days of Malachi, It is vain to serve God; when Times were better than now they Are, to see the same man both Good and Prosperous, That men did scandalously complain in the Days of Malachi, It is vain to serve God; c-crq n2 vbdr jc cs av pns32 vbr, pc-acp vvi dt d n1 d j cc j, d n2 vdd av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi np1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2911 And what profit is it that we have kept his Ordinances? and that we have walked mournfully before the Lord of Hosts? when the Proud are happy, And what profit is it that we have kept his Ordinances? and that we have walked mournfully before the Lord of Hosts? when the Proud Are happy, cc r-crq n1 vbz pn31 cst pns12 vhb vvn po31 n2? cc cst pns12 vhb vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? c-crq dt j vbr j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2912 and the Workers of wickedness are set up? Nor was it otherwise in the Days of the Prophet Ieremy; They are waxen fat, they shine, They overpass the Deeds of the wicked; and the Workers of wickedness Are Set up? Nor was it otherwise in the Days of the Prophet Ieremy; They Are waxed fat, they shine, They overpass the deeds of the wicked; cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn a-acp? ccx vbds pn31 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1; pns32 vbr vvn j, pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2913 They judge not the Cause of the Fatherless, yet They prosper. They judge not the Cause of the Fatherless, yet They prosper. pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt j, av pns32 vvb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2914 See and consider how the Devil inrich't and prosper'd those Idolaters, whom he made to burn Incense unto the Moon, which they commonly then called The Queen of Heaven, in the Four and fourtieth Chapter of Ieremy. Whilst they committed That Idol-worship, [ Their women lying with strange men in their Husbands Presence, v. 19. ] All was well with them, they saw no evil. See and Consider how the devil enriched and prospered those Idolaters, whom he made to burn Incense unto the Moon, which they commonly then called The Queen of Heaven, in the Four and Fortieth Chapter of Ieremy. While they committed That Idol-worship, [ Their women lying with strange men in their Husbands Presence, v. 19. ] All was well with them, they saw no evil. vvb cc vvb c-crq dt n1 vvn cc vvd d n2, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 av-j av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt crd cc ord n1 pp-f np1. cs pns32 vvn cst n1, [ po32 n2 vvg p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 ng1 n1, n1 crd ] d vbds av p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd dx n-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2915 But when they ceased from that Idolatry, they were consumed with Sword and Famin, (v. 18.) Whence we see the great Folly of those mens reasonings, who reckon Prosperity as a mark of the best Religion, But when they ceased from that Idolatry, they were consumed with Sword and Famine, (v. 18.) Whence we see the great Folly of those men's reasonings, who reckon Prosperity as a mark of the best Religion, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d n1, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (n1 crd) c-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f d ng2 n2-vvg, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-js n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2916 and Adversity of the worst. Inferring Herod and Pontius Pilate to be more the Favorites of God, and Adversity of the worst. Inferring Herod and Pontius Pilate to be more the Favorites of God, cc n1 pp-f dt av-js. vvg np1 cc np1 np1 pc-acp vbi av-dc dt n2 pp-f np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 581
2917 than the Innocent Iesus whom they slew, and hanged on a Tree. For the former still liv'd in Peace, and Plenty, in Ease, and Honour; whereas the later was Vir Dolorum, a Man whose life was full of Sorrows. Let not any man therefore say, (in pretence of Gratitude,) when he hath gotten an Estate by Fraud or Violence, [ I thank God for it, I have a competent Fortune; than the Innocent Iesus whom they slew, and hanged on a Tree. For the former still lived in Peace, and Plenty, in Ease, and Honour; whereas the later was Vir Dolorum, a Man whose life was full of Sorrows. Let not any man Therefore say, (in pretence of Gratitude,) when he hath got an Estate by Fraud or Violence, [ I thank God for it, I have a competent Fortune; cs dt j-jn np1 ro-crq pns32 vvd, cc vvn p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt j av vvd p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp np1-n, cc n1; cs dt jc vbds fw-la np1, dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbds j pp-f n2. vvb xx d n1 av vvi, (p-acp n1 pp-f n1,) c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, [ pns11 vvb np1 p-acp pn31, pns11 vhb dt j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2918 These are the Blessings of the Lord upon my Labours; or God hath given these things unto me; These Are the Blessings of the Lord upon my Labours; or God hath given these things unto me; d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n2; cc np1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp pno11; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2919 ] for what is this but a fairspoken Blasphemy, intitling God to the Injustice, by which a man is made Rich? Whereas to ascribe it to the Devil, and his own heart's Lust, is to lay the ugly Brat at its Father's Door; And to justifie God, ] for what is this but a fairspoken Blasphemy, entitling God to the Injustice, by which a man is made Rich? Whereas to ascribe it to the devil, and his own heart's Lust, is to lay the ugly Brat At its Father's Door; And to justify God, ] c-acp q-crq vbz d p-acp dt vvn n1, vvg np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j? cs pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 d n1|vbz n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1; cc p-acp vvb np1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2920 whilst he dishonours and disobeys him. while he dishonours and disobeys him. cs pns31 vvz cc vvz pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2921 We must accordingly distinguish between the things that we possess, by distinguishing the Means whereby we have them, We must accordingly distinguish between the things that we possess, by distinguishing the Means whereby we have them, pns12 vmb av-vvg vvi p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvb, p-acp vvg dt n2 c-crq pns12 vhb pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2922 and proportionably resolve on our usage of them. and proportionably resolve on our usage of them. cc av-j vvi p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2923 What is honestly come by, and we can prove so to be, we must not fail to be thankful for, and may injoy them as well with Gladness, as with Singleness of Heart. What is honestly come by, and we can prove so to be, we must not fail to be thankful for, and may enjoy them as well with Gladness, as with Singleness of Heart. q-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp, cc pns12 vmb vvi av pc-acp vbi, pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp, cc vmb vvi pno32 a-acp av p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 582
2924 But for our ill-gotten Goods, (the Gifts of Satan, and not of God,) we must part with them as greedily into their true Master's Hands, But for our ill-gotten Goods, (the Gifts of Satan, and not of God,) we must part with them as greedily into their true Masters Hands, p-acp p-acp po12 j n2-j, (dt n2 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f np1,) pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp av-j p-acp po32 j ng1 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 583
2925 as ever we got them into our own. as ever we god them into our own. c-acp av pns12 vvd pno32 p-acp po12 d. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 376 Page 583
2926 § 24. Last of all let us consider, That if the Things of this world (commonly call'd the Goods of Fortune, ) are often suffered by God to be in the power of the Devil, and often given by the Devil to such as serve him; § 24. Last of all let us Consider, That if the Things of this world (commonly called the Goods of Fortune,) Are often suffered by God to be in the power of the devil, and often given by the devil to such as serve him; § crd ord pp-f d vvb pno12 vvi, cst cs dt n2 pp-f d n1 (av-j vvn dt n2-j pp-f n1,) vbr av vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vvi pno31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 583
2927 And if Both must give accompt at the Day of Judgment, for whatsoever is so given, and so receiv'd; we learn from hence not to repine at the Prosperities of the wicked, but together with their ways, to have respect unto their End. For why should any man be envied for being the Favorite of Hell? for accepting that Proffer which here the Devil made our Saviour, (upon condition of Idolatry,) and which, And if Both must give account At the Day of Judgement, for whatsoever is so given, and so received; we Learn from hence not to repine At the Prosperities of the wicked, but together with their ways, to have respect unto their End. For why should any man be envied for being the Favourite of Hell? for accepting that Proffer which Here the devil made our Saviour, (upon condition of Idolatry,) and which, cc cs d vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq vbz av vvn, cc av vvn; pns12 vvb p-acp av xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp av p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po32 n1 c-acp q-crq vmd d n1 vbb vvn p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f n1? p-acp vvg cst n1 r-crq av dt n1 vvn po12 n1, (p-acp n1 pp-f n1,) cc q-crq, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 583
2928 for that very reason, our Saviour rejected with great Disdain? Again we learn not to be sorry as men without hope, when we find it goes worst with the best of men. for that very reason, our Saviour rejected with great Disdain? Again we Learn not to be sorry as men without hope, when we find it Goes worst with the best of men. c-acp cst j n1, po12 n1 vvn p-acp j vvi? av pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vbi j c-acp n2 p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vvz js p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 583
2929 It being enough to reconcile the greatest Prosperity of the Unjust, and the greatest Adversity of the Righteous, both with the Mercy and the Iustice of God Almighty, That the Lord of the Harvest, when the Harvest-Time is come, will gather the Wheat into his Garner, and burn up the Chaff with Fire unquenchable. If the Flesh asks the Quaestion, Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why are they happy who deal treacherously? Why has the Devil so great a Power upon Earth? Why does the wicked devour the man who is more righteous than He? Let the Spirit make Answer in the words of the Apostle, That this light Affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us (afterwards) a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory. It being enough to reconcile the greatest Prosperity of the Unjust, and the greatest Adversity of the Righteous, both with the Mercy and the justice of God Almighty, That the Lord of the Harvest, when the Harvest-Time is come, will gather the Wheat into his Garner, and burn up the Chaff with Fire unquenchable. If the Flesh asks the Question, Why does the Way of the wicked prosper? Why Are they happy who deal treacherously? Why has the devil so great a Power upon Earth? Why does the wicked devour the man who is more righteous than He? Let the Spirit make Answer in the words of the Apostle, That this Light Affliction which is but for a moment, works for us (afterwards) a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory. pn31 vbg av-d p-acp vvi dt js n1 pp-f dt j-u, cc dt js n1 pp-f dt j, d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 np1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb j. cs dt n1 vvz dt n1, uh-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f dt j vvi? q-crq vbr pns32 j q-crq vvb av-j? uh-crq vhz dt n1 av j dt n1 p-acp n1? q-crq vdz dt j vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz av-dc j cs pns31? vvb dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst d j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 (av) dt av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 584
2930 Whensoever we are tempted by either effect of the Devil's Power, (be it Prosperity, or Affliction, ) let us look up unto our Saviour upon the Top of two Mountains; Whensoever we Are tempted by either Effect of the Devil's Power, (be it Prosperity, or Affliction,) let us look up unto our Saviour upon the Top of two Mountains; q-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (vbb pn31 n1, cc n1,) vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 584
2931 to wit the Mountain we are upon, where he was tempted by the Devil, with all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; to wit the Mountain we Are upon, where he was tempted by the devil, with all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 584
2932 And the famous Mount Calvary, whereon he was tempted by the Devil, with all the Torments in the Earth, and Disgraces of them. And the famous Mount Calvary, whereon he was tempted by the devil, with all the Torments in the Earth, and Disgraces of them. cc dt j vvb np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt vvz p-acp dt n1, cc n2 pp-f pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 584
2933 Thence we may see the perfect Purity of that Immaculate Lamb, who rather would suffer Those Torments, than accept That Offer. He had refus'd so many Kingdoms, but would not refuse to receive a Cross: Refus'd the Glory of the world, but not The Shame too. Thence we may see the perfect Purity of that Immaculate Lamb, who rather would suffer Those Torments, than accept That Offer. He had refused so many Kingdoms, but would not refuse to receive a Cross: Refused the Glory of the world, but not The Shame too. np1 pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq av vmd vvi d n2, cs vvb cst vvb. pns31 vhd vvn av d n2, p-acp vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j: vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 585
2934 He had refus'd long before to be made a King, But would not afterwards refuse to be vex't and disgrac'd with a Crown of Thorns. The meanest things in this world he would by no means despise, He had refused long before to be made a King, But would not afterwards refuse to be vexed and disgraced with a Crown of Thorns. The Meanest things in this world he would by no means despise, pns31 vhd vvn av-j p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1, p-acp vmd xx av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. dt js n2 p-acp d n1 pns31 vmd p-acp dx n2 vvi, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 585
2935 But he despis'd the Pomps and Vanities, which ordinarily pass for the Greatness of it. But he despised the Pomps and Vanities, which ordinarily pass for the Greatness of it. cc-acp pns31 vvn dt n2 cc n2, r-crq av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 585
2936 And therefore as often as the Devil shall use his Power against us, as here he did against Christ, let us relieve our selves with the memory of This one Thing, That the Servant is not above his Lord. And Therefore as often as the devil shall use his Power against us, as Here he did against christ, let us relieve our selves with the memory of This one Thing, That the Servant is not above his Lord. cc av c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp av pns31 vdd p-acp np1, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n1, cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 585
2937 And that we are foolishly unreasonable, if we expect to fare better than an Innocent Iesus, in the midst of our manifold and hainous Guilts. And that as He, so we too, may easily suffer many things, by duly weighing how they dispose us for an Entrance into his Glory. And that we Are foolishly unreasonable, if we expect to fare better than an Innocent Iesus, in the midst of our manifold and heinous Guilts. And that as He, so we too, may Easily suffer many things, by duly weighing how they dispose us for an Entrance into his Glory. cc cst pns12 vbr av-j j, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av-jc cs dt j-jn np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n2. cc d c-acp pns31, av pns12 av, vmb av-j vvi d n2, p-acp av-jn vvg c-crq pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 377 Page 585
2938 § 25. Now having evidenced the Truth of my second Doctrin, (with greater care of Perspicuity, than of not being tedious, ) both from Scripture, from Reason, and from Experience; § 25. Now having evidenced the Truth of my second Doctrine, (with greater care of Perspicuity, than of not being tedious,) both from Scripture, from Reason, and from Experience; § crd av vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 ord n1, (p-acp jc n1 pp-f n1, cs pp-f xx vbg j,) d p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 378 Page 585
2939 from Aphorisms of Scripture, and from Scriptural Examples; from Solitary Reason, and Reason grounded upon Scripture; from Aphorisms of Scripture, and from Scriptural Examples; from Solitary Reason, and Reason grounded upon Scripture; p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp j n2; p-acp j n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 378 Page 586
2940 from other mens Experience, and from our own; and all attested as well by Sacred, as by Secular Story; from other men's Experience, and from our own; and all attested as well by Sacred, as by Secular Story; p-acp j-jn ng2 n1, cc p-acp po12 d; cc d vvn a-acp av p-acp j, a-acp p-acp j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 378 Page 586
2941 And having clear'd it yet farther by way of Answer to an Objection; offer'd also at the Causes of this seemingly-strange oeconomy in God's disposal of Affairs; And having cleared it yet farther by Way of Answer to an Objection; offered also At the Causes of this seemingly-strange economy in God's disposal of Affairs; cc vhg vvn pn31 av jc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1 p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 378 Page 586
2942 and directed to the Lessons it ought to teach us; I think it Time to pass forwards to the Third Observable I propos'd; To wit, and directed to the Lessons it ought to teach us; I think it Time to pass forward to the Third Observable I proposed; To wit, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pn31 vmd pc-acp vvi pno12; pns11 vvb pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt ord j pns11 vvd; p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 378 Page 586
2943 That the whole Scope and Drift of all the Donatives of the Tempter, is to turn our Adoration out of its true and proper Channel; That the Whole Scope and Drift of all the Donatives of the Tempter, is to turn our Adoration out of its true and proper Channel; cst dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n1 av pp-f po31 j cc j n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 379 Page 586
2944 to steal it from God, and to divert it upon Himself. He seldom or never Proffers, but with a Treacherous Proviso. to steal it from God, and to divert it upon Himself. He seldom or never Proffers, but with a Treacherous Proviso. pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp px31. pns31 av cc av-x vvz, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 379 Page 586
2945 He does it liberally indeed, [ All these things will I give thee, ] But with this covetous Reserve, [ If thou wilt fall down and worship me. ]. He does it liberally indeed, [ All these things will I give thee, ] But with this covetous Reserve, [ If thou wilt fallen down and worship me. ]. pns31 vdz pn31 av-j av, [ d d n2 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, ] cc-acp p-acp d j vvi, [ cs pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11. ]. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 379 Page 586
2946 § 1. To demonstrate the Proposition with the greater Force and Perspicuity, I am to imitate those men, who go a step or two back that they may leap so much the farther. § 1. To demonstrate the Proposition with the greater Force and Perspicuity, I am to imitate those men, who go a step or two back that they may leap so much the farther. § crd p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1, pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi d n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 cc crd av cst pns32 vmb vvi av av-d dt av-jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 380 Page 587
2947 And premise two or three words concerning the Bounty of God and Man, before I come to That of Satan. And premise two or three words Concerning the Bounty of God and Man, before I come to That of Satan. cc n1 crd cc crd n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d pp-f np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 380 Page 587
2948 It was a very smart saying of Learned Philo, (and as true, as it was smart, ) NONLATINALPHABET. It was a very smart saying of Learned Philo, (and as true, as it was smart,). pn31 vbds dt j n1 vvg pp-f j np1, (cc c-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbds n1,). (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 587
2949 God alone does give freely to all his Creatures, whilst all his Creatures to one another are no better at the best than Ingenuous Hucksters. The best of his Creatures under Heaven, which are confessedly Men and Women, God alone does give freely to all his Creatures, while all his Creatures to one Another Are no better At the best than Ingenuous Hucksters. The best of his Creatures under Heaven, which Are confessedly Men and Women, np1 av-j vdz vvi av-j p-acp d po31 n2, cs d po31 n2 p-acp crd j-jn vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt js cs j n2. dt av-js pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbr av-vvn n2 cc n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 587
2950 yea the best of those best, which are the liberal and the munificent, when they do most seem to give, they do but seem so. yea the best of those best, which Are the liberal and the munificent, when they do most seem to give, they do but seem so. uh dt av-js pp-f d av-js, r-crq vbr dt j cc dt j, c-crq pns32 vdb av-ds vvb pc-acp vvi, pns32 vdb p-acp vvb av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 587
2951 For if they sell not their courtesies for Land, or Mony, yet commonly they sell them for praise, and honour, or at least for acknowledgments, and humble thanks; or if for nothing in the Earth, yet at least for the hope of being rewarded for them in Heaven. It is but a generous way of Trading, for one rich man to send Presents unto another, because there is commonly on the one side some expectation of Requital, arising from the knowledge of Wealth and Gratitude on the other. And this I take to be the reason, For if they fell not their courtesies for Land, or Money, yet commonly they fell them for praise, and honour, or At least for acknowledgments, and humble thanks; or if for nothing in the Earth, yet At least for the hope of being rewarded for them in Heaven. It is but a generous Way of Trading, for one rich man to send Presents unto Another, Because there is commonly on the one side Some expectation of Requital, arising from the knowledge of Wealth and Gratitude on the other. And this I take to be the reason, p-acp cs pns32 vvb xx po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc n1, av av-j pns32 vvb pno32 c-acp vvb, cc n1, cc p-acp ds p-acp n2, cc j n2; cc cs p-acp pix p-acp dt n1, av p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp crd j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j-jn, c-acp pc-acp vbz av-j p-acp dt crd n1 d n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn. cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 587
2952 why the most Covetous even of Worldlings will be liberal to a Person of Power, and Plenty; because they hope He will do them as good a Turn. Nor can it truly and properly be call'd a Gift, which is meant for a Decoy to some great Advantage, whether a step to Preferment in Times of Safety, or else a Bribe for Protection in Times of Danger. The very clearest of our Gifts are those we give to Men in want, and who for that very reason are the least able to requite us; why the most Covetous even of Worldlings will be liberal to a Person of Power, and Plenty; Because they hope He will do them as good a Turn. Nor can it truly and properly be called a Gift, which is meant for a Decoy to Some great Advantage, whither a step to Preferment in Times of Safety, or Else a Bribe for Protection in Times of Danger. The very Clearest of our Gifts Are those we give to Men in want, and who for that very reason Are the least able to requite us; c-crq dt ds j av pp-f n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; c-acp pns32 vvb pns31 vmb vdi pno32 p-acp j dt n1. ccx vmb pn31 av-j cc av-j vbi vvn dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt np1-n p-acp d j n1, cs dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc av dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. dt j js pp-f po12 n2 vbr d pns12 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc r-crq p-acp cst j n1 vbr dt ds j p-acp vvb pno12; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 588
2953 And yet even Those are a kind of Bargains. For whilst we make a fair shew of giving any thing to the Poor, the Scripture tells us that (in Reality) we are but* lending to the Lord. And farther adds (for our Incouragement,) that whatsoever we thus impart, shall be repaid to us again. And yet even Those Are a kind of Bargains. For while we make a fair show of giving any thing to the Poor, the Scripture tells us that (in Reality) we Are but* lending to the Lord. And farther adds (for our Encouragement,) that whatsoever we thus impart, shall be repaid to us again. cc av av d vbr dt n1 pp-f n2. c-acp cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp dt j, dt n1 vvz pno12 cst (p-acp n1) pns12 vbr n1 vvg p-acp dt n1. cc jc vvz (p-acp po12 n1,) cst r-crq pns12 av vvi, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 588
2954 So true is that which I noted from learned Philo, That God alone is a perfect Giver, whilst the freest of Men are but liberal Hucksters. Our profusest favours to one another are but a Mercenary Munificence, as our largest Offertories to God are but a Mercenary Devotion. So true is that which I noted from learned Philo, That God alone is a perfect Giver, while the Freest of Men Are but liberal Hucksters. Our profusest favours to one Another Are but a Mercenary Munificence, as our Largest Offertories to God Are but a Mercenary Devotion. av j vbz d r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp j np1, cst np1 av-j vbz dt j n1, cs dt js pp-f n2 vbr p-acp j n2. po12 vv2 n2 p-acp crd j-jn vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp po12 js n2 p-acp np1 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 381 Page 588
2955 § 2. Hereupon we are to argue à minori ad majus. If the best Mens Gifts are so Imperfect, what then are Satan's, who (besides that He has not a right to give,) does sell his Gifts for Mens Souls? Things so infinitely precious, that Christ Himself could not buy them, § 2. Hereupon we Are to argue à minori ad Majus. If the best Men's Gifts Are so Imperfect, what then Are Satan's, who (beside that He has not a right to give,) does fell his Gifts for Men's Souls? Things so infinitely precious, that christ Himself could not buy them, § crd av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. cs dt js ng2 n2 vbr av j, r-crq av vbr npg1, r-crq (p-acp cst pns31 vhz xx dt j-jn pc-acp vvi,) vdz vvi po31 n2 p-acp ng2 n2? n2 av av-j j, cst np1 px31 vmd xx vvi pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 589
2956 but with his Blood. When our Souls were to be purchas't from Sin and Hell, the Son of God being Incarnate could not have given enough for them, but with his Blood. When our Souls were to be purchased from since and Hell, the Son of God being Incarnate could not have given enough for them, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1. c-crq po12 n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvi|pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg j vmd xx vhi vvn d p-acp pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 589
2957 if He had not vouchsafed to give Himself. Now 'tis the Avarice of Satan, (and his Ambition at the same instant,) to buy our Souls back unto Sin and Misery, if He had not vouchsafed to give Himself. Now it's the Avarice of Satan, (and his Ambition At the same instant,) to buy our Souls back unto since and Misery, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp vvb px31. av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (cc po31 n1 p-acp dt d n-jn,) p-acp vvb po12 n2 av p-acp n1 cc n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 589
2958 although he bids no more for them, than the pitiful Allectives of Wealth, and Greatness; The Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them. although he bids no more for them, than the pitiful Allectives of Wealth, and Greatness; The Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them. cs pns31 vvz dx dc p-acp pno32, cs dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 589
2959 And well it were, if it were no worse. And well it were, if it were no Worse. cc av pn31 vbdr, cs pn31 vbdr av-dx av-jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 589
2960 For, besides that he offers a great deal more than he can give, (he being ever God's Pris'ner, as hath been shewn,) the saddest part of it is, that however his biddings are on the Earth, his general Payments are still in Hell. All his Gifts do still flow from his Desire of such Gain. For, beside that he offers a great deal more than he can give, (he being ever God's Prisoner, as hath been shown,) the Saddest part of it is, that however his biddings Are on the Earth, his general Payments Are still in Hell. All his Gifts do still flow from his Desire of such Gain. p-acp, p-acp cst pns31 vvz dt j n1 dc cs pns31 vmb vvi, (pns31 vbg av npg1 n1, c-acp vhz vbn vvn,) dt js n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, cst c-acp po31 n2-vvg vbr p-acp dt n1, po31 j n2 vbr av p-acp n1. d po31 n2 vdb av vvi p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 589
2961 He reacheth his offers to us with one hand, that he may plunder us with the other. His liberality to us, is like the Fisherman's to the River; who in Case he does cast in a worthless Fly, 'tis that the River may requite Him with some good Fish. When Satan offers us any favours, we must immediately consider he is but Angling after our Souls. He baits his Hook with worldly Greatness, that whilst we catch at the one, we may be caught with the other; He reaches his offers to us with one hand, that he may plunder us with the other. His liberality to us, is like the Fisherman's to the River; who in Case he does cast in a worthless Fly, it's that the River may requite Him with Some good Fish. When Satan offers us any favours, we must immediately Consider he is but Angling After our Souls. He baits his Hook with worldly Greatness, that while we catch At the one, we may be caught with the other; pns31 vvz po31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp crd n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-jn. po31 n1 p-acp pno12, vbz av-j dt ng1 p-acp dt n1; r-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt j vvi, pn31|vbz d dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d j n1. c-crq np1 vvz pno12 d n2, pns12 vmb av-j vvi pns31 vbz p-acp j-vvg p-acp po12 n2. pns31 vvz po31 vvb p-acp j n1, cst cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt crd, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 590
2962 and, like silly Fishes indeed, may greedily swallow our own Destruction. and, like silly Fish indeed, may greedily swallow our own Destruction. cc, av-j j n2 av, vmb av-j vvb po12 d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 382 Page 590
2963 § 3. Thus the Things which we call the Gifts of Satan, we find by experience we do but call so. § 3. Thus the Things which we call the Gifts of Satan, we find by experience we do but call so. § crd av dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pns12 vdb p-acp vvb av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 590
2964 They are NONLATINALPHABET, Gifts and no Gifts. Munera inescata, Baits of Bounty. They Are, Gifts and no Gifts. Munera inescata, Baits of Bounty. pns32 vbr, n2 cc dx n2. np1 n1, n2 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 590
2965 Such a Condition is interpos'd betwixt the Proffer, and the Performance, as makes the Donative far worse than Nothing. His Condition does evacuate and null his Offer. For what he said unto our Saviour, (without a Proxy,) he saith (by his Instruments ) to each of us, All these things will I give thee, Such a Condition is interposed betwixt the Proffer, and the Performance, as makes the Donative Far Worse than Nothing. His Condition does evacuate and null his Offer. For what he said unto our Saviour, (without a Proxy,) he Says (by his Instruments) to each of us, All these things will I give thee, d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, c-acp vvz dt n1 av-j av-jc cs pix. po31 n1 vdz vvi cc vvi po31 vvi. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n1, (p-acp dt n1,) pns31 vvz (p-acp po31 n2) p-acp d pp-f pno12, d d n2 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 590
2966 if falling down thou wilt worship me. if falling down thou wilt worship me. cs vvg a-acp pns21 vm2 vvi pno11. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 590
2967 Which is as much as to say, all shall be thine with this Proviso, that thou wilt take a sure Course to be no whit the better, but much the worse for their Injoyment. Which is as much as to say, all shall be thine with this Proviso, that thou wilt take a sure Course to be no whit the better, but much the Worse for their Enjoyment. r-crq vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, d vmb vbi png21 p-acp d n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vbi dx n1 dt jc, p-acp d dt jc p-acp po32 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 590
2968 Thou shalt be Rich at this present, if for the future thou wilt be ruin'd. Thou shalt have all the World at will, Thou shalt be Rich At this present, if for the future thou wilt be ruined. Thou shalt have all the World At will, pns21 vm2 vbi j p-acp d j, cs p-acp dt j-jn pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. pns21 vm2 vhi d dt n1 p-acp vmb, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 591
2969 but thou shalt have it upon Condition, that thou turn Idolater, and be damn'd. And what is this better than to say, I will give Thee very freely a great Estate, upon Condition thou wilt pay me a thousand times more than it is worth, and also make thy self incapable of its Injoyment. I will shew thee the ready way, not to Liberty only, but thou shalt have it upon Condition, that thou turn Idolater, and be damned. And what is this better than to say, I will give Thee very freely a great Estate, upon Condition thou wilt pay me a thousand times more than it is worth, and also make thy self incapable of its Enjoyment. I will show thee the ready Way, not to Liberty only, cc-acp pns21 vm2 vhi pn31 p-acp n1, cst pns21 vvb n1, cc vbb vvn. cc q-crq vbz d jc cs pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 j av-j dt j n1, p-acp n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 dt crd n2 dc cs pn31 vbz j, cc av vvb po21 n1 j pp-f po31 n1. pns11 vmb vvi pno21 dt j n1, xx p-acp n1 av-j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 591
2970 but Empire, upon Condition thou wilt serve me, and be a Slave. I will lift thee up, if thou wilt cast thy self down. Thus does the Devil speak Contradictions; but Empire, upon Condition thou wilt serve me, and be a Slave. I will lift thee up, if thou wilt cast thy self down. Thus does the devil speak Contradictions; cc-acp n1, p-acp n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, cc vbb dt n1. pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp, cs pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 a-acp. av vdz dt n1 vvb n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 591
2971 And the Proviso with which he proffers does make the proffer of none effect. Like those Beasts in the Apologue, which offer'd the Lyon to be their King, if he would but permit them to cut his Claws. They would admit Him to Reign, and to triumph over them, And the Proviso with which he proffers does make the proffer of none Effect. Like those Beasts in the Apologue, which offered the lion to be their King, if he would but permit them to Cut his Claws. They would admit Him to Reign, and to triumph over them, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f pix vvi. av-j d n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. pns32 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvb p-acp pno32, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 591
2972 if he would do them the favour to disable himself for the Preferment. if he would do them the favour to disable himself for the Preferment. cs pns31 vmd vdi pno32 dt n1 p-acp vvb px31 p-acp dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 591
2973 Thus the Devil either presents us with empty Proffers rather than Gifts, with flattering Hopes, not true Possessions; or if He really indows us, he does it only to our undoing. Thus the devil either presents us with empty Proffers rather than Gifts, with flattering Hope's, not true Possessions; or if He really indows us, he does it only to our undoing. av dt n1 av-d vvz pno12 p-acp j vvz av-c cs n2, p-acp j-vvg ng1, xx j n2; cc cs pns31 av-j n2 pno12, pns31 vdz pn31 av-j p-acp po12 n-vvg. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 591
2974 If he helps us to Wit, 'tis that we may wickedly lay it out in speaking jestingly of Scripture, and merrily drolling upon Religion to make Men laugh. If he helps us to Beauty, it is to raise up Self-love; that we may use it, If he helps us to Wit, it's that we may wickedly lay it out in speaking jestingly of Scripture, and merrily drolling upon Religion to make Men laugh. If he helps us to Beauty, it is to raise up Self-love; that we may use it, cs pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, pn31|vbz cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi pn31 av p-acp vvg av-vvg pp-f n1, cc av-j vvg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvi. cs pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp n1; cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 592
2975 like wanton Iezebel, for a Snare, and a Temptation, and that to divers most foolish and hurtful Lusts, which drown the Soul in Misery and Perdition. like wanton Iezebel, for a Snare, and a Temptation, and that to diverse most foolish and hurtful Lustiest, which drown the Soul in Misery and Perdition. av-j j-jn np1, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc cst p-acp j av-ds j cc j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 592
2976 If to Secular Greatness, it is to betray us to Self-Relyance; and break our Necks from that Ladder by which we mounted ▪ If he helps us with Mony by any means, it is but just as old Gamesters do lend their cash to young Heirs, that they may lose it with them at play. Or as Harlots lend Mony unto their prodigal Gallants, that when they have spent it upon their Lusts, They with whom they have spent it, may Sue the Bond. Or as some supply Madmen with Knives and Halters, that either they may strangle, or stab themselves. If to Secular Greatness, it is to betray us to Self-reliance; and break our Necks from that Ladder by which we mounted ▪ If he helps us with Money by any means, it is but just as old Gamesters do lend their cash to young Heirs, that they may loose it with them At play. Or as Harlots lend Money unto their prodigal Gallants, that when they have spent it upon their Lustiest, They with whom they have spent it, may Sue the Bond. Or as Some supply Madmen with Knives and Halters, that either they may strangle, or stab themselves. cs p-acp j n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j; cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvn ▪ cs pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, pn31 vbz p-acp j c-acp j n2 vdb vvi po32 n1 p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. cc p-acp ng1 vvb n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2-jn, cst c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31, vmb vvi dt n1 cc p-acp d n1 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, cst d pns32 vmb vvi, cc vvb px32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 592
2977 How sweet soever the Gifts of Satan may seem to be at the beginning, yet their end and designment is still as bitter as Destruction. When he carried up our Saviour unto a Pinnacle of the Temple, (an high Preferment,) v. 5. it was to this end, that he might cast himself headlong, ( v. 6.) When he took him up again unto a very high Mountain, ( v. 8.) it was to this end, that he might presently fall down, ( v. 9.) Just as when an Eagle has found an Oyster, he takes it up into the Clouds, that he may give it by so much the greater fall, and that by breaking the Shell, he may eat the Fish. In a word, we may resemble the Gifts of Satan, to the monstrous Locusts from out the bottomless Pit; which though they had on their Heads (as it were) Crowns of Gold, and Faces like those of Men, and goodly Hair like that of Women, yet their Teeth all the while were as the Teeth of Lyons, and the Stings in their Tails like those of Scorpions. How sweet soever the Gifts of Satan may seem to be At the beginning, yet their end and designment is still as bitter as Destruction. When he carried up our Saviour unto a Pinnacle of the Temple, (an high Preferment,) v. 5. it was to this end, that he might cast himself headlong, (v. 6.) When he took him up again unto a very high Mountain, (v. 8.) it was to this end, that he might presently fallen down, (v. 9.) Just as when an Eagl has found an Oyster, he Takes it up into the Clouds, that he may give it by so much the greater fallen, and that by breaking the Shell, he may eat the Fish. In a word, we may resemble the Gifts of Satan, to the monstrous Locusts from out the bottomless Pit; which though they had on their Heads (as it were) Crowns of Gold, and Faces like those of Men, and goodly Hair like that of Women, yet their Teeth all the while were as the Teeth of Lyons, and the Stings in their Tails like those of Scorpions. c-crq j av dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt vvg, av po32 vvb cc n1 vbz av p-acp j c-acp n1. c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (dt j n1,) n1 crd pn31 vbds p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi px31 av-j, (n1 crd) c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp av p-acp dt av j n1, (n1 crd) pn31 vbds p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi a-acp, (n1 crd) j c-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp av av-d dt jc n1, cc cst p-acp vvg dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1. p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n2 p-acp av dt j n1; r-crq cs pns32 vhd p-acp po32 n2 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 av-j d pp-f n2, cc j n1 av-j cst pp-f n2, av po32 n2 d dt n1 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc dt n2 p-acp po32 n2 av-j d pp-f n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 383 Page 593
2978 § 4. Mark now the Lessons which This does teach us. § 4. Mark now the Lessons which This does teach us. § crd n1 av dt n2 r-crq d vdz vvi pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 593
2979 First it teacheth us to beware of the treacherous Bounty of all our Tempters, whether those Tempters are Men, or Devils. Whose very profusest Liberality is an effect of base Avarice; and who do therefore only give, because they covet. If the Men of the Sanedrim do offer Iudas a Sum of Mony, it is not out of any goodwill to Iudas, (for they that most love the Treason, do hate the Traitor, ) but because they do covet the Blood of Christ. They were not true and real Givers of their Thirty pieces of Silver, First it Teaches us to beware of the treacherous Bounty of all our Tempters, whither those Tempters Are Men, or Devils. Whose very profusest Liberality is an Effect of base Avarice; and who do Therefore only give, Because they covet. If the Men of the Sanhedrin do offer Iudas a Sum of Money, it is not out of any goodwill to Iudas, (for they that most love the Treason, do hate the Traitor,) but Because they do covet the Blood of christ. They were not true and real Givers of their Thirty Pieces of Silver, ord pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d po12 ng1, cs d ng1 vbr n2, cc n2. r-crq av vv2 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; cc q-crq vdb av av-j vvb, c-acp pns32 vvb. cs dt n2 pp-f dt np1 vdb vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx av pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, (c-acp pns32 cst ds vvb dt n1, vdb vvi dt n1,) cc-acp c-acp pns32 vdb vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. pns32 vbdr xx j cc j n2 pp-f po32 crd n2 pp-f n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 594
2980 but only parted with them to Iudas to buy his Loyalty; that having once sold That, he might sell his Lord too. but only parted with them to Iudas to buy his Loyalty; that having once sold That, he might fell his Lord too. cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp vvb po31 n1; cst vhg a-acp vvn cst, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 594
2981 Again, after this, they gave large mony unto the Souldiers, whom they had set on full purpose to watch the Sepulcher of Christ. Again, After this, they gave large money unto the Soldiers, whom they had Set on full purpose to watch the Sepulcher of christ. av, c-acp d, pns32 vvd j n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 594
2982 Yet did they not do it in generosity, or with any design of the Soldiers good, but only brib'd them to tell a Lye: To wit that whilst they were sleeping, Christ was stoln out of his Grave. Yet did they not do it in generosity, or with any Design of the Soldiers good, but only bribed them to tell a Lie: To wit that while they were sleeping, christ was stolen out of his Grave. av vdd pns32 xx vdi pn31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 j, p-acp j vvd pno32 p-acp vvi dt n1: pc-acp vvi cst cs pns32 vbdr vvg, np1 vbds vvn av pp-f po31 j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 594
2983 Queen Iezebel (no doubt) did send a Present very considerable to the two Sons of Belial; but it does not thence follow that she was liberally-minded; for she only meant to hire them to bear false witness, and thereby to requite her with Naboth's Vineyard. So we know that Simon Magus was very free of his Mony, but 'twas to buy the famous Gift of the Holy Ghost; and this to the end that he might sell it to whomsoever he should please. Queen Iezebel (no doubt) did send a Present very considerable to the two Sons of Belial; but it does not thence follow that she was liberally-minded; for she only meant to hire them to bear false witness, and thereby to requite her with Naboth's Vineyard. So we know that Simon Magus was very free of his Money, but 'twas to buy the famous Gift of the Holy Ghost; and this to the end that he might fell it to whomsoever he should please. n1 np1 (dx n1) vdd vvi dt j j j p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f np1; p-acp pn31 vdz xx av vvi cst pns31 vbds j; p-acp pns31 av-j vvd p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp vvb j n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp ng1 n1. av pns12 vvb cst np1 np1 vbds av j pp-f po31 n1, p-acp pn31|vbds p-acp vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; cc d p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 594
2984 We must be therefore very wary, when any offers are made us by any Emissaries of Satan, both what is offer'd, We must be Therefore very wary, when any offers Are made us by any Emissaries of Satan, both what is offered, pns12 vmb vbi av j j, c-crq d n2 vbr vvn pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, d r-crq vbz vvn, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 594
2985 and by whom, and to what Intent it is directed. We must beware of their offers, who shall offer us That which is none of Theirs, (as the Devil here did,) and we must mark the Condition on which the offer is made. and by whom, and to what Intent it is directed. We must beware of their offers, who shall offer us That which is none of Theirs, (as the devil Here did,) and we must mark the Condition on which the offer is made. cc p-acp ro-crq, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz vvn. pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po32 vvz, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 cst r-crq vbz pix pp-f png32, (c-acp dt n1 av vdd,) cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2986 As whether it is not to ingage us in Schism, or Sacrilege; whether it is not to make us Partners in any Conspiracy, or Faction, that we may worship and fall down to something else besides God. As whither it is not to engage us in Schism, or Sacrilege; whither it is not to make us Partners in any conspiracy, or Faction, that we may worship and fallen down to something Else beside God. c-acp cs pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc n1; cs pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 p-acp d n1, cc n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvb a-acp pc-acp pi av p-acp np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2987 Suppose a Man shall take thee up (whosoever thou art who now dost read what I am writing) unto some Pinnacle of the Temple, Suppose a Man shall take thee up (whosoever thou art who now dost read what I am writing) unto Some Pinnacle of the Temple, vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp (r-crq pns21 vb2r r-crq av vd2 vvi r-crq pns11 vbm vvg) p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2988 or some exceeding high Mountain, and shall discover to thee (from thence) some very excellent Seat which is none of his, to wit a noble Pile of Building, with a great deal of Land round about it, beautiful Gardens, or Some exceeding high Mountain, and shall discover to thee (from thence) Some very excellent Seat which is none of his, to wit a noble Pile of Building, with a great deal of Land round about it, beautiful Gardens, cc d j-vvg j n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp pno21 (p-acp av) d av j vvi r-crq vbz pix pp-f png31, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp pn31, j n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2989 and Fish-ponds, and as well wooded as thou canst wish, and shall say unto thee, as Satan here unto our Saviour, All this will I give thee; and Fishponds, and as well wooded as thou Canst wish, and shall say unto thee, as Satan Here unto our Saviour, All this will I give thee; cc n2, cc c-acp av j c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi, cc vmb vvi p-acp pno21, p-acp np1 av p-acp po12 n1, d d vmb pns11 vvi pno21; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2990 or thou shalt have it for a Song; (thou shalt not pay above half the value,) if thou wilt promise me to keep out the proper Owner. or thou shalt have it for a Song; (thou shalt not pay above half the valve,) if thou wilt promise me to keep out the proper Owner. cc pns21 vm2 vhi pn31 p-acp dt n1; (pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp j-jn dt n1,) cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi av dt j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2991 What wilt thou do in such a Case? If thou acceptest of the proffer, thou dost rebel against God, and worship Satan. What wilt thou do in such a Case? If thou acceptest of the proffer, thou dost rebel against God, and worship Satan. q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi p-acp d dt n1? cs pns21 vvd2 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vd2 vvi p-acp np1, cc n1 np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 595
2992 For if thou dost but covet thy Neighbour's Goods, (which is less than to seize upon them,) thou transgressest God's Law; and in transgressing God's Law, thou keepest Satan 's; For if thou dost but covet thy Neighbour's Goods, (which is less than to seize upon them,) thou transgressest God's Law; and in transgressing God's Law, thou Keepest Satan is; p-acp cs pns21 vd2 p-acp vvb po21 ng1 n2-j, (r-crq vbz av-dc cs p-acp vvb p-acp pno32,) pns21 vv2 npg1 n1; cc p-acp j-vvg npg1 n1, pns21 vv2 np1 vbz; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2993 And to keep Satan 's Law, is to fall down to him, and worship him. And to keep Satan is Law, is to fallen down to him, and worship him. cc pc-acp vvi np1 vbz n1, vbz p-acp vvb a-acp p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2994 And if thou wilt not do This, thou must refuse the man 's Proffer, as Christ did Satan 's; And if thou wilt not do This, thou must refuse the man is Proffer, as christ did Satan is; cc cs pns21 vm2 xx vdi d, pns21 vmb vvi dt n1 vbz n1, c-acp np1 vdd np1 vbz; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2995 and that with the like indignation, express'd by an NONLATINALPHABET, Get thee behind me. Get thee behind me, and that with the like Indignation, expressed by an, Get thee behind me. Get thee behind me, cc cst p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt, vvb pno21 p-acp pno11. vvb pno21 p-acp pno11, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2996 as for other, so for this great Reason, because thou offerest to me That, which is none of Thine. We must carefully distinguish 'twixt Power, and Right. It may be much in thy Power, though more in Satan ' s. as for other, so for this great Reason, Because thou offerest to me That, which is none of Thine. We must carefully distinguish betwixt Power, and Right. It may be much in thy Power, though more in Satan ' s. c-acp p-acp j-jn, av p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp pno11 d, r-crq vbz pix pp-f png21. pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1, cc j-jn. pn31 vmb vbi av-d p-acp po21 n1, a-acp av-dc p-acp np1 ' zz. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2997 But neither Satan nor thy self can have a colour of Right to it. But neither Satan nor thy self can have a colour of Right to it. p-acp dx np1 ccx po21 n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2998 Wer't thou as liberal of thine own, as of another man's Goods, thou would'st have offer'd me the one at as cheap a Rate as the other. Were't thou as liberal of thine own, as of Another Man's Goods, thou Wouldst have offered me the one At as cheap a Rate as the other. vbb|pn31 pns21 a-acp j pp-f po21 d, c-acp pp-f j-jn ng1 n2-j, pns21 vmd2 vhi vvn pno11 dt crd p-acp a-acp j dt vvb p-acp dt n-jn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
2999 Something therefore there must be in it, that being a Great Lover of Wealth, thou yet canst part with it so easily. It plainly shews that thou tak'st it for none of Thine; Something Therefore there must be in it, that being a Great Lover of Wealth, thou yet Canst part with it so Easily. It plainly shows that thou Takest it for none of Thine; np1 av pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp pn31, cst vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns21 av vm2 vvb p-acp pn31 av av-j. pn31 av-j vvz cst pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp pix pp-f png21; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
3000 for else thou hadst stood upon other Terms. And therefore NONLATINALPHABET, Get thee behind me. Which, for Else thou Hadst stood upon other Terms. And Therefore, Get thee behind me. Which, p-acp av pns21 vhd2 vvn p-acp j-jn n2. cc av, vvb pno21 p-acp pno11. r-crq, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 596
3001 as it ends the first Lesson we are to take from This Doctrin, so at the very same instant it prompts us also to a second. And therefore as it ends the First lesson we Are to take from This Doctrine, so At the very same instant it prompts us also to a second. And Therefore c-acp pn31 vvz dt ord n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt j d n-jn pn31 vvz pno12 av p-acp dt ord. cc av (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 384 Page 597
3002 § 5. Secondly let us consider, what kind of Recompence, or Return, we are to make unto the Devil for all his offers. § 5. Secondly let us Consider, what kind of Recompense, or Return, we Are to make unto the devil for all his offers. § crd ord vvb pno12 vvi, q-crq n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 597
3003 What David said in another case, to the end he might not be unthankful, [ Quid retribuam, What shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits bestow'd upon me, ] we are as well to say here, to the end we may not be unreveng'd; Quid retribuemus, What shall we render unto the Devil for all his mischievous Bounties bestow'd upon us? The fittest Requital we can make him, is to fling back his Favours into his Face; What David said in Another case, to the end he might not be unthankful, [ Quid retribuam, What shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits bestowed upon me, ] we Are as well to say Here, to the end we may not be unrevenged; Quid retribuemus, What shall we render unto the devil for all his mischievous Bounties bestowed upon us? The Fittest Requital we can make him, is to fling back his Favours into his Face; q-crq np1 vvd p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmd xx vbi j, [ fw-la fw-la, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 vvn p-acp pno11, ] pns12 vbr a-acp av pc-acp vvi av, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb xx vbi j; fw-la fw-la, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 j n2 vvn p-acp pno12? dt js n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno31, vbz pc-acp vvi av po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 597
3004 and to bespeak him in such a stile, as was used by St. Peter to Simon Magus, NONLATINALPHABET, Thy mony perish with thee. and to bespeak him in such a style, as was used by Saint Peter to Simon Magus,, Thy money perish with thee. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vbds vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp np1 np1,, po21 n1 vvi p-acp pno21. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 597
3005 When any Tempter shall make us dishonest Proffers, as Potiphar 's Wife did once to Ioseph, And shall press us to an Acceptance, When any Tempter shall make us dishonest Proffers, as Potiphar is Wife did once to Ioseph, And shall press us to an Acceptance, c-crq d n1 vmb vvi pno12 j vvz, c-acp np1 vbz n1 vdd a-acp p-acp np1, cc vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 597
3006 as She did Him; we must repel such a Tempter, as He did Her; who knew she did but offer, what she had no right to give. And certainly all of that Nature we ought to look upon, as She did Him; we must repel such a Tempter, as He did Her; who knew she did but offer, what she had no right to give. And Certainly all of that Nature we ought to look upon, c-acp pns31 vdd pno31; pns12 vmb vvi d dt n1, c-acp pns31 vdd pno31; r-crq vvd pns31 vdd p-acp vvb, r-crq pns31 vhd dx j-jn p-acp vvb. cc av-j d pp-f d n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 597
3007 as forbidden Fruit. For such God made it by the last Praecept in the Decalogue, Non concupisces, Thou shalt not covet. as forbidden Fruit. For such God made it by the last Precept in the Decalogue, Non Concupiscence, Thou shalt not covet. c-acp vvn np1 p-acp d np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, fw-fr n2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3008 And therefore as often as the Devil (by what Instrument soever,) shall frankly offer us a Portion of Wealth, or Greatness, which he may easily have a power, but not a right to bestow upon us, Let us rebuke him with such an Answer, And Therefore as often as the devil (by what Instrument soever,) shall frankly offer us a Portion of Wealth, or Greatness, which he may Easily have a power, but not a right to bestow upon us, Let us rebuke him with such an Answer, cc av c-acp av c-acp dt n1 (p-acp r-crq n1 av,) vmb av-j vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vhi dt n1, p-acp xx dt j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3009 as Ioseph made unto his Mistress. as Ioseph made unto his Mistress. c-acp np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3010 Or let us expostulate with our selves, as Moses did with the People Israel, Do we thus requite the Lord, O foolish People, Or let us expostulate with our selves, as Moses did with the People Israel, Do we thus requite the Lord, Oh foolish People, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 np1, vdb pns12 av vvi dt n1, uh j n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3011 and unwise? Is not He our Father which bought us? Hath not he made us, and unwise? Is not He our Father which bought us? Hath not he made us, cc j? vbz xx pns31 po12 n1 r-crq vvd pno12? vhz xx pns31 vvn pno12, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3012 and established us? Shall we kick at him like Iesurun, and quite forget the Rock out of which we were hewn? Or let us say with our Saviour, (whose words are writ for our learning,) NONLATINALPHABET, Get thee hence Satan. For it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and established us? Shall we kick At him like Jeshurun, and quite forget the Rock out of which we were hewn? Or let us say with our Saviour, (whose words Are writ for our learning,), Get thee hence Satan. For it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, cc vvd pno12? vmb pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 av-j vvi, cc av vvi dt n1 av pp-f r-crq pns12 vbdr vvn? cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n1, (rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1,), vvb pno21 av np1. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3013 and Him only shalt thou serve. and Him only shalt thou serve. cc pno31 av-j vm2 pns21 vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3014 Again it is written, Thou shalt not covet or desire thy Neighbour's Goods, much less, by Violence, Again it is written, Thou shalt not covet or desire thy Neighbour's Goods, much less, by Violence, av pn31 vbz vvn, pns21 vm2 xx vvi cc vvb po21 ng1 n2-j, d dc, p-acp n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3015 or by Fraud, shalt thou take them into Possession. or by Fraud, shalt thou take them into Possession. cc p-acp n1, vm2 pns21 vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 385 Page 598
3016 § 6. Again we learn from this Doctrin, to suspect our own Treasures, as well as to be spotless from other mens. For Satan tempts us to Idolize him, § 6. Again we Learn from this Doctrine, to suspect our own Treasures, as well as to be spotless from other men's. For Satan tempts us to Idolise him, § crd av pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp vvb po12 d n2, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp j-jn ng2. p-acp np1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb pno31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 598
3017 as well by making us abusive of what we have, as by making us covetous of what we have not. Agur pray'd against Riches of God 's own giving, not against such alone as are given by Satan. For he did not say thus, Suffer not the Devil to give me Riches; as well by making us abusive of what we have, as by making us covetous of what we have not. Agur prayed against Riches of God is own giving, not against such alone as Are given by Satan. For he did not say thus, Suffer not the devil to give me Riches; c-acp av p-acp vvg pno12 j pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb, a-acp p-acp vvg pno12 j pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb xx. np1 vvd p-acp n2 pp-f np1 vbz d vvg, xx p-acp d j c-acp vbr vvn p-acp np1. c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi av, vvb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3018 But Give me not Riches, lest I be full and deny thee. But Give me not Riches, lest I be full and deny thee. p-acp vvb pno11 xx n2, cs pns11 vbb j cc vvb pno21. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3019 Thereby intimating unto us, That Riches are Temptations, though never so honestly acquir'd. And however they are Blessings, as given by God; yet, consider'd even as such, they are dangerous Blessings; Thereby intimating unto us, That Riches Are Temptations, though never so honestly acquired. And however they Are Blessings, as given by God; yet, considered even as such, they Are dangerous Blessings; av vvg p-acp pno12, cst n2 vbr n2, c-acp av-x av av-j vvn. cc c-acp pns32 vbr n2, c-acp vvn p-acp np1; av, vvn av p-acp d, pns32 vbr j n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3020 for by the artifice of Satan, and the suggestions of the Flesh, they may be easily perverted to God's Dishonour, and so prove matter of Execration. Indeed it is not our Fault, to be as rich as God made us. for by the artifice of Satan, and the suggestions of the Flesh, they may be Easily perverted to God's Dishonour, and so prove matter of Execration. Indeed it is not our Fault, to be as rich as God made us. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp npg1 vvb, cc av vvb n1 pp-f n1. av pn31 vbz xx po12 n1, pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp np1 vvd pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3021 But to sacrifice our Thoughts, and to devote our Affections to what we have, is flatly and plainly to Idolize it. But to sacrifice our Thoughts, and to devote our Affections to what we have, is flatly and plainly to Idolise it. p-acp p-acp vvb po12 n2, cc p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb, vbz av-j cc av-j p-acp vvb pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3022 To bestow the very Riches which God hath given us, upon our Coffers, by Avarice, or on our Pride, by Prodigality, (which is another kind of Avarice, to wit a coveting of Fame, ) is neither better, To bestow the very Riches which God hath given us, upon our Coffers, by Avarice, or on our Pride, by Prodigality, (which is Another kind of Avarice, to wit a coveting of Fame,) is neither better, p-acp vvi dt j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1, cc p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1, (r-crq vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f n1,) vbz dx jc, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3023 nor worse, than to fall down to them, and worship them. nor Worse, than to fallen down to them, and worship them. ccx jc, cs p-acp vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 599
3024 All the wickedness in the World does seem to have enter'd at these Three Doors, Beauty, Riches, and Reputation. The first of which does give Fodder to the Lust of the Flesh, as does the second to the Lust of the Eye, and the third to the Pride of Life. Now what Danger soever there is in Beauty ▪ will be found to be in Riches, and Reputation. They are Idols all Three, very eminently great; All the wickedness in the World does seem to have entered At these Three Doors, Beauty, Riches, and Reputation. The First of which does give Fodder to the Lust of the Flesh, as does the second to the Lust of the Eye, and the third to the Pride of Life. Now what Danger soever there is in Beauty ▪ will be found to be in Riches, and Reputation. They Are Idols all Three, very eminently great; av-d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d crd n2, n1, n2, cc n1. dt ord pp-f r-crq vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vdz dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av q-crq n1 av pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 ▪ vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n2, cc n1. pns32 vbr n2 d crd, av av-j j; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 600
3025 But Riches, if either, are much the greatest. Te facimus Fortuna Deam, was said by the Poet NONLATINALPHABET. But Riches, if either, Are much the greatest. Te facimus Fortuna Dream, was said by the Poet. cc-acp n2, cs d, vbr d dt js. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 600
3026 The Greatest Fortunes have more Adorers, than the greatest Beauties in all the World. The Greatest Fortune's have more Adorers, than the greatest Beauty's in all the World. dt js n2 vhb dc n2, cs dt js n2 p-acp d dt n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 600
3027 Besides that Those are the most constant, as well as the fondest, and the most passionate. And 'tis a rational Conjecture, that there is more sleep broken for love of Riches, in a year, than there is in many Ages, for love of Beauty. We may judge by one Sigismund how it fares with all worldlings. When the worldly man should sleep, he will be thinking upon his Treasure; But when he should pray, he will fall asleep. And which is likeliest to be his Deity? That God of Heaven, on whom he cannot think for sleeping, or That white and red Earth, for his thinking upon which he can seldom sleep? We see how Avarice is Idolatry, and so a spiritual Fornication, and so an absolute Divorce of our Souls from God. Beside that Those Are the most constant, as well as the fondest, and the most passionate. And it's a rational Conjecture, that there is more sleep broken for love of Riches, in a year, than there is in many Ages, for love of Beauty. We may judge by one Sigismund how it fares with all worldlings. When the worldly man should sleep, he will be thinking upon his Treasure; But when he should pray, he will fallen asleep. And which is likeliest to be his Deity? That God of Heaven, on whom he cannot think for sleeping, or That white and read Earth, for his thinking upon which he can seldom sleep? We see how Avarice is Idolatry, and so a spiritual Fornication, and so an absolute Divorce of our Souls from God. p-acp d d vbr dt av-ds j, c-acp av c-acp dt js, cc dt av-ds j. cc pn31|vbz dt j n1, cst pc-acp vbz dc n1 vvn p-acp vvb pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vbz p-acp d n2, p-acp vvb pp-f n1. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp crd np1 c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d n2. c-crq dt j n1 vmd vvi, pns31 vmb vbi vvg p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vmd vvi, pns31 vmb vvi j. cc r-crq vbz js pc-acp vbi po31 n1? cst np1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmbx vvb p-acp vvg, cc d j-jn cc j-jn n1, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb av vvi? pns12 vvb c-crq n1 vbz n1, cc av dt j n1, cc av dt j vvb pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 601
3028 Nor can the Sin of Prodigality be one whit less, as being a Sacrifice to the Lust of the Flesh, perhaps to many of those Lusts, perhaps to all. And look how many Lusts he trys to satisfie, so many Idols he does adore. Admit the Prodigal spends nothing but what is properly his own, and does some Good with it by accident; Nor can the since of Prodigality be one whit less, as being a Sacrifice to the Lust of the Flesh, perhaps to many of those Lustiest, perhaps to all. And look how many Lustiest he trys to satisfy, so many Idols he does adore. Admit the Prodigal spends nothing but what is properly his own, and does Some Good with it by accident; ccx vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb crd n1 av-dc, c-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp d pp-f d n2, av p-acp d. cc vvb c-crq d ng1 pns31 n2 p-acp vvi, av d n2 pns31 vdz vvi. vvb dt j-jn vvz pix cc-acp r-crq vbz av-j png31 d, cc vdz d j p-acp pn31 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 601
3029 yet it is but by accident that good is done; for which not He himself, but his Ambition is to be thank't. yet it is but by accident that good is done; for which not He himself, but his Ambition is to be thanked. av pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp n1 cst j vbz vdn; p-acp r-crq xx pns31 px31, p-acp po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 601
3030 Let the man be what he will who abounds in Riches, whether a Prodigal, or a Niggard, or hardly Either, they are apt to ingender a flat forgetfulness of God, (as before I noted,) which in Iesurun, and Nabal, and in David himself may be clearly seen. Let the man be what he will who abounds in Riches, whither a Prodigal, or a Niggard, or hardly Either, they Are apt to engender a flat forgetfulness of God, (as before I noted,) which in Jeshurun, and Nabal, and in David himself may be clearly seen. vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pns31 vmb q-crq vvz p-acp n2, cs dt j-jn, cc dt n1, cc av av-d, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp a-acp pns11 vvd,) r-crq p-acp vvi, cc np1, cc p-acp np1 px31 vmb vbi av-j vvn. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 601
3031 The first, waxing fat, did even kick against his Maker. The First, waxing fat, did even kick against his Maker. dt ord, j-vvg j, vdd av vvb p-acp po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 601
3032 When the second was drunk, he valued not God, any more than David. The third has humbly recorded his own Experience, Psal. 30. 6, 7. And also That of the Generality of God 's own People: Psal. 78. from v. 24. to v. 35. When God rain'd Manna, and sent them meat to the full, When the second was drunk, he valued not God, any more than David. The third has humbly recorded his own Experience, Psalm 30. 6, 7. And also That of the Generality of God is own People: Psalm 78. from v. 24. to v. 35. When God rained Manna, and sent them meat to the full, c-crq dt ord vbds vvn, pns31 vvd xx np1, d dc cs np1. dt ord vhz av-j vvn po31 d vvb, np1 crd crd, crd cc av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d n1: np1 crd p-acp n1 crd p-acp n1 crd c-crq np1 vvd n1, cc vvd pno32 n1 p-acp dt j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 601
3033 and gave them all that they desir'd, Then (saith he) they were not estranged from their Lusts. But when he slew them, they sought him, and inquired early after God. and gave them all that they desired, Then (Says he) they were not estranged from their Lusts. But when he slew them, they sought him, and inquired early After God. cc vvd pno32 d cst pns32 vvd, cs (vvz pns31) pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp po32 np1 p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, pns32 vvd pno31, cc vvd av-j p-acp np1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 602
3034 Then they remembred that God was their strength, and that the high God was their Redeemer. Then they remembered that God was their strength, and that the high God was their Redeemer. cs pns32 vvd cst np1 vbds po32 n1, cc cst dt j np1 vbds po32 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 602
3035 So that Prosperity was the thing which made them forgetful of their God, and heavy Affliction was the Instrument which brought him back to their Remembrance. When Riches do interpose between God and the Soul, they are apt to intercept the Attractive Vertue, whereby God is wont to draw the Soul unto Himself; So that Prosperity was the thing which made them forgetful of their God, and heavy Affliction was the Instrument which brought him back to their Remembrance. When Riches do interpose between God and the Soul, they Are apt to intercept the Attractive Virtue, whereby God is wont to draw the Soul unto Himself; av cst n1 vbds dt n1 r-crq vvd pno32 j pp-f po32 n1, cc j n1 vbds dt n1 r-crq vvd pno31 av p-acp po32 n1. c-crq n2 vdb vvi p-acp np1 cc dt n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp vvi dt j n1, c-crq np1 vbz j p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp px31; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 602
3036 As an Adamant intervening between the Iron and the Loadstone, does intercept the magnetique force, wherewith the Loadstone allures the Iron. But as, As an Adamant intervening between the Iron and the Loadstone, does intercept the magnetic force, wherewith the Loadstone allures the Iron. But as, c-acp dt n1 j-vvg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vdz vvi dt j vvi, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1. p-acp a-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 602
3037 if we take away the Adamant, the Iron will leap unto the Loadstone; so take away Riches (as in the abovenam'd Experiment;) and the Soul will be the apter to fly towards God. It is so natural for Mortals to be transported with Prosperity, that it extorted from Moses an extraordinary Caveat, before he thought he could with safety admit the Israelites to taste of the Sweets of Canaan. Now if Prosperity is so dangerous, if we take away the Adamant, the Iron will leap unto the Loadstone; so take away Riches (as in the abovenamed Experiment;) and the Soul will be the apter to fly towards God. It is so natural for Mortals to be transported with Prosperity, that it extorted from Moses an extraordinary Caveat, before he Thought he could with safety admit the Israelites to taste of the Sweets of Canaan. Now if Prosperity is so dangerous, cs pns12 vvb av dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; av vvb av n2 (c-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1;) cc dt n1 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp vvb p-acp np1. pn31 vbz av j p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cst pn31 j-vvn p-acp np1 dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vmd p-acp n1 vvb dt np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2-j pp-f np1. av cs n1 vbz av j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 602
3038 even when God Himself gives it, how great a Curse must it be, when the Gift of Satan? If Riches honestly gotten are such a Clog unto the Soul, even when God Himself gives it, how great a Curse must it be, when the Gift of Satan? If Riches honestly got Are such a Clog unto the Soul, av c-crq np1 px31 vvz pn31, c-crq j dt vvb vmb pn31 vbi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1? cs n2 av-j vvn vbr d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 603
3039 as does oftentimes hinder her flight to Heaven; as does oftentimes hinder her flight to Heaven; c-acp vdz av vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 603
3040 How shall she hope to mount thither, when both her Wings and her Talons are full of Prey? Prosperity sure is such a Weapon, as none but They who can contemn it, can safely use. How shall she hope to mount thither, when both her Wings and her Talons Are full of Prey? Prosperity sure is such a Weapon, as none but They who can contemn it, can safely use. q-crq vmb pns31 vvi p-acp vvb av, c-crq d po31 n2 cc po31 n2 vbr j pp-f n1? n1 av-j vbz d dt n1, p-acp pix cc-acp pns32 r-crq vmb vvi pn31, vmb av-j vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 603
3041 And too much Ease to which it tempts us is wont to prove a sadder Curse, than what at first was denounced by God to Adam, That in the sweat of his Brows he should eat his Bread. And too much Ease to which it tempts us is wont to prove a sadder Curse, than what At First was denounced by God to Adam, That in the sweat of his Brows he should eat his Bred. cc av d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz pno12 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, cs q-crq p-acp ord vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 386 Page 603
3042 § 7. Again we learn from this Doctrin, as to suspect our own Treasures when present with us, § 7. Again we Learn from this Doctrine, as to suspect our own Treasures when present with us, § crd av pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp vvb po12 d n2 c-crq j p-acp pno12, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 603
3043 so not to seek them being absent with too much fervour. so not to seek them being absent with too much fervour. av xx p-acp vvb pno32 vbg j p-acp av d n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 603
3044 For the Son of Sirach tells us, that He who seeketh Danger shall perish in it. For the Son of Sirach tells us, that He who seeks Danger shall perish in it. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 r-crq vvz n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 603
3045 And that Riches are Dangers, has not only already been made apparent, but may be farther made clear by our common Experience of its Effects. For notwithstanding there are some who do make themselves Friends with the unrighteous Mammon, (that is, by giving it to the Poor, do truly lend it unto the Lord, and lay it out upon Life Eternal, ) yet we find it too general, that the greater mens Qualities and Fortunes are, by so much the greater are their Vanities, and Vices too. And that Riches Are Dangers, has not only already been made apparent, but may be farther made clear by our Common Experience of its Effects. For notwithstanding there Are Some who do make themselves Friends with the unrighteous Mammon, (that is, by giving it to the Poor, do truly lend it unto the Lord, and lay it out upon Life Eternal,) yet we find it too general, that the greater men's Qualities and Fortune's Are, by so much the greater Are their Vanities, and Vices too. cc d n2 vbr n2, vhz xx av-j av vbi vvn j, cc-acp vmb vbi av-jc vvn j p-acp po12 j vvb pp-f po31 n2. c-acp a-acp pc-acp vbr d r-crq vdb vvi px32 n2 p-acp dt j np1, (cst vbz, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt j, vdb av-j vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pn31 av p-acp n1 j,) av pns12 vvb pn31 av j, cst dt jc ng2 n2 cc n2 vbr, p-acp av av-d dt jc vbr po32 n2, cc n2 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 604
3046 And That War of their Lusts, which is a very great Plague, they are so strongly wedded to, And That War of their Lustiest, which is a very great Plague, they Are so strongly wedded to, cc cst n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vbz dt av j n1, pns32 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 604
3047 as to call it Peace, Wisd. 14. 22. And I suppose it was Experience which taught the Italians to use those Proverbs, That a great deal of Wealth brings a great deal of Woe, And the greater the Happiness, 'tis to be trusted so much the less. as to call it Peace, Wisdom 14. 22. And I suppose it was Experience which taught the Italians to use those Proverbs, That a great deal of Wealth brings a great deal of Woe, And the greater the Happiness, it's to be trusted so much the less. c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, np1 crd crd cc pns11 vvb pn31 vbds n1 r-crq vvd dt np1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt jc dt n1, pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av av-d dt av-dc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 604
3048 Proverbs so wholsom, as well as True, (were they as diligently consider'd, as they are easily understood, ) that they deserve the next place to those of Solomon. For if our Riches are from God, we are by so much the more obliged; And if from Satan, the more indanger'd. If from God, they are intrusted with us as Talents, of which we must give an exact accompt. And he that sits at the highest Rent, has by so much an higher Accompt to render. Proverbs so wholesome, as well as True, (were they as diligently considered, as they Are Easily understood,) that they deserve the next place to those of Solomon. For if our Riches Are from God, we Are by so much the more obliged; And if from Satan, the more endangered. If from God, they Are Entrusted with us as Talents, of which we must give an exact account. And he that sits At the highest Rend, has by so much an higher Account to render. n2 av j, c-acp av c-acp j, (vbdr pns32 a-acp av-j vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn,) cst pns32 vvb dt ord n1 p-acp d pp-f np1. c-acp cs po12 n2 vbr p-acp np1, pns12 vbr p-acp av av-d dt dc vvn; cc cs p-acp np1, dt av-dc vvd. cs p-acp np1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j vvi. cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt js vvn, vhz p-acp av av-d dt jc vvb pc-acp vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 604
3049 If from Satan, they are but wellbaited Hooks, wherewith to catch our Hearts from us; If from Satan, they Are but wellbaited Hooks, wherewith to catch our Hearts from us; cs p-acp np1, pns32 vbr p-acp j n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno12; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 604
3050 and, with Them, our Adoration. How apt they are to prove mischievous, the Devil himself discovers to us by his parting with them so easily. We may have them for no more than an Act of Worship; And, that Condition being premis'd, they go a begging for our Acceptance. Thus at once they are the cheapest and dearest things to be imagin'd: and, with Them, our Adoration. How apt they Are to prove mischievous, the devil himself discovers to us by his parting with them so Easily. We may have them for no more than an Act of Worship; And, that Condition being premised, they go a begging for our Acceptance. Thus At once they Are the cheapest and dearest things to be imagined: cc, p-acp pno32, po12 n1. c-crq j pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi j, dt n1 px31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno32 av av-j. pns12 vmb vhi pno32 p-acp dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1; cc, cst n1 vbg vvn, pns32 vvb dt vvg p-acp po12 n1. av p-acp a-acp pns32 vbr dt js cc js-jn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn: (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 605
3051 The cheapest, in regard they are so easily come by, (for a man may be damn'd with a wet finger;) and the dearest, in regard we part with our Innocence to acquire them. The cheapest, in regard they Are so Easily come by, (for a man may be damned with a wet finger;) and the dearest, in regard we part with our Innocence to acquire them. dt js, p-acp n1 pns32 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp, (c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1;) cc dt js-jn, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 605
3052 Adam did not eat gratis of the fruit that was forbidden, though the Serpent ask'd nothing, but let him have it for taking up. 'Tis easy to steal, and to be caught, And as easy to be hang'd, as it is to turn round, and to make Grimaces. But sure the man would not be thank'd, who should commend the thing to us for its Facility. This I know to be the subject of the last Observable in the Text, of which I shall take no further notice, Adam did not eat gratis of the fruit that was forbidden, though the Serpent asked nothing, but let him have it for taking up. It's easy to steal, and to be caught, And as easy to be hanged, as it is to turn round, and to make Grimaces. But sure the man would not be thanked, who should commend the thing to us for its Facility. This I know to be the Subject of the last Observable in the Text, of which I shall take no further notice, np1 vdd xx vvi av pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn, cs dt n1 vvd pix, p-acp vvi pno31 vhi pn31 p-acp vvg a-acp. pn31|vbz j p-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cc p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vvb av-j, cc p-acp vvb np1. p-acp j dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n-jn pp-f dt ord j p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 605
3053 than by shewing how it is useful to poor, and rich. 'Tis matter of comfort to the Poor, (such I mean as God himself has made such,) that they want not the Riches they are without; and that their Poverty is their Option, as well as Lot. For 'tis evident, than by showing how it is useful to poor, and rich. It's matter of Comfort to the Poor, (such I mean as God himself has made such,) that they want not the Riches they Are without; and that their Poverty is their Option, as well as Lot. For it's evident, cs p-acp vvg c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp j, cc j. pn31|vbz n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt j, (d pns11 vvb c-acp np1 px31 vhz vvn d,) cst pns32 vvb xx dt n2 pns32 vbr p-acp; cc d po32 n1 vbz po32 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1. p-acp pn31|vbz j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 605
3054 if they would, they might be easily as rich as the Devil can make them. if they would, they might be Easily as rich as the devil can make them. cs pns32 vmd, pns32 vmd vbi av-j p-acp j p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 605
3055 'Tis matter of sorrow to the Rich, and of great reproach too, that they should take so vast pains for things so easily to be compass'd: Or think they get by those things, which are purchas'd at the price of so rich a Iewel as a man's Soul: Or put their Trust in those things, to which the Title of uncertain is fix'd in Scripture: (As when St. Paul exhorts Timothy to charge the Rich, not to trust in uncertain Riches ) Or make their Boast of those things, which 'tis in every Fool 's power, to get, or part with; But not in the power of one in a Thousand, rightly to use, or to injoy. To find Darius dying with Thirst, whilst he was owner of many Rivers; and Alexander frozen up with cold, even then when he had master'd the Eastern Sun; and Midas beggar'd by his Wealth, It's matter of sorrow to the Rich, and of great reproach too, that they should take so vast pains for things so Easily to be compassed: Or think they get by those things, which Are purchased At the price of so rich a Jewel as a Man's Soul: Or put their Trust in those things, to which the Title of uncertain is fixed in Scripture: (As when Saint Paul exhorts Timothy to charge the Rich, not to trust in uncertain Riches) Or make their Boast of those things, which it's in every Fool is power, to get, or part with; But not in the power of one in a Thousand, rightly to use, or to enjoy. To find Darius dying with Thirst, while he was owner of many rivers; and Alexander frozen up with cold, even then when he had mastered the Eastern Sun; and Midas beggared by his Wealth, pn31|vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, cc pp-f j vvb av, cst pns32 vmd vvi av j n2 p-acp n2 av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn: cc vvb pns32 vvb p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1: cc vvi po32 vvb p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f j vbz vvn p-acp n1: (c-acp q-crq n1 np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi dt j, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2) cc vvi po32 vvb pp-f d n2, r-crq pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 vbz n1, p-acp vvb, cc n1 p-acp; cc-acp xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi p-acp dt crd, av-jn p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb. pc-acp vvi npg1 vvg p-acp vvb, cs pns31 vbds n1 pp-f d n2; cc np1 vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn, av av c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt j n1; cc np1 j-vvn p-acp po31 n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 606
3056 when every finger of his was turn'd to a Philosopher's Stone; is of it self enough to teach us, that none have ever been more in want, than They into whose Bosoms the Tempter has emptied his Cormicopiae. when every finger of his was turned to a Philosopher's Stone; is of it self enough to teach us, that none have ever been more in want, than They into whose Bosoms the Tempter has emptied his Cormicopiae. c-crq d n1 pp-f png31 vbds vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; vbz pp-f pn31 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno12, cst pix vhb av vbn av-dc p-acp n1, cs pns32 p-acp r-crq n2 dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 387 Page 606
3057 § 8. But now besides these several Lessons which the Devil's large offer is apt to teach us, there is a Lesson to be drawn out of all these Lessons; § 8. But now beside these several Lessons which the Devil's large offer is apt to teach us, there is a lesson to be drawn out of all these Lessons; § crd p-acp av p-acp d j n2 r-crq dt ng1 j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f d d n2; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3058 and such as the whole Discourse premised has an aptness in it self to dispose us for. and such as the Whole Discourse premised has an aptness in it self to dispose us for. cc d c-acp dt j-jn n1 vvn vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3059 This is a Season not more proper for private Austerities to the Rich, than for a bountiful Contribution to the Necessities of the Poor. These should Injoy our Self-denials, This is a Season not more proper for private Austerities to the Rich, than for a bountiful Contribution to the Necessities of the Poor. These should Enjoy our Self-denials, d vbz dt n1 xx av-dc j p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j, cs p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. d vmd vvb po12 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3060 and be fill'd by our Fastings in Time of Lent. Nor can we better be exhorted, (seeing the Tenor of the Text does suggest it to us,) than to beat the Devil with his own Weapon. To make our selves Friends of the Mammon of Unrighteousness. and be filled by our Fastings in Time of Lent. Nor can we better be exhorted, (seeing the Tenor of the Text does suggest it to us,) than to beatrice the devil with his own Weapon. To make our selves Friends of the Mammon of Unrighteousness. cc vbb vvn p-acp po12 n2-vvg p-acp n1 pp-f np1 ccx vmb pns12 av-jc vbi vvn, (vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp pno12,) cs p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1. p-acp vvb po12 n2 n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3061 To worship God with those things, for which we are tempted to worship Satan. Not to be honest only and just, but also merciful and munificent, even in spite to That Devil, who is so earnestly desirous to make us Worldlings. If the Devil shall say to us, [ All this will I give you, To worship God with those things, for which we Are tempted to worship Satan. Not to be honest only and just, but also merciful and munificent, even in spite to That devil, who is so earnestly desirous to make us Worldlings. If the devil shall say to us, [ All this will I give you, p-acp n1 np1 p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1. xx pc-acp vbi j av-j cc j, p-acp av j cc j, av p-acp n1 p-acp cst n1, r-crq vbz av av-j j pc-acp vvi pno12 n2. cs dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, [ d d vmb pns11 vvb pn22, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3062 if falling down ye will worship me, ] lay we back again to the Devil, [ This we give unto the Poor, if falling down you will worship me, ] lay we back again to the devil, [ This we give unto the Poor, cs vvg p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno11, ] vvd pns12 av av p-acp dt n1, [ d pns12 vvb p-acp dt j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3063 because we fall down to, and worship God. ] We do not sanctifie the Day, though we do never so much observe it, Because we fallen down to, and worship God. ] We do not sanctify the Day, though we do never so much observe it, c-acp pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp, cc n1 np1. ] pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vdb av-x av d vvb pn31, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3064 if to all our Acts of Sacrifice (in Prayer and Sermon,) we add not Works of Mercy too. if to all our Acts of Sacrifice (in Prayer and Sermon,) we add not Works of Mercy too. cs p-acp d po12 n2 pp-f n1 (p-acp n1 cc n1,) pns12 vvb xx vvz pp-f n1 av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 607
3065 As we hope that our Prayers shall fly to Heaven, we must lend them our Charity to imp their Wings. For what said the Angel to Cornelius, though but a Proselyte of the Gates, (half a Gentile, As we hope that our Prayers shall fly to Heaven, we must lend them our Charity to imp their Wings. For what said the Angel to Cornelius, though but a Proselyte of the Gates, (half a Gentile, c-acp pns12 vvb cst po12 n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 po12 n1 p-acp vvb po32 n2. p-acp r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (n-jn dt j, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 608
3066 and half a Jew,) Thy Prayers and thine Alms are come up for a memorial before the Lord. Mark the Copulative [ And ] betwixt Prayers and Alms, implying the Energy of the former, by help and vertue of the later. and half a Jew,) Thy Prayers and thine Alms Are come up for a memorial before the Lord. Mark the Copulative [ And ] betwixt Prayers and Alms, implying the Energy of the former, by help and virtue of the later. cc av-jn dt np1,) po21 n2 cc po21 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. vvb dt j [ cc ] p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 608
3067 Not his Prayers without his Alms. For God heareth not Sinners, who draw near with their Lips, when their Hearts are far from him. And such are their Hearts which break not out into their Hands. There are but Three Courses imaginable to be taken with our Riches, in case we have them. Not his Prayers without his Alms. For God hears not Sinners, who draw near with their Lips, when their Hearts Are Far from him. And such Are their Hearts which break not out into their Hands. There Are but Three Courses imaginable to be taken with our Riches, in case we have them. xx po31 n2 p-acp po31 np1 p-acp np1 vvz xx n2, r-crq vvb j p-acp po32 n2, c-crq po32 n2 vbr av-j p-acp pno31. cc d vbr po32 n2 r-crq vvb xx av p-acp po32 n2. pc-acp vbr p-acp crd vvz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 pns12 vhb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 608
3068 Our being liberal to our Coffers, in the laying up Riches, and this for no-body-knowswhom; or very bountiful to our Lusts, in laying them out upon our Vanities, and costly Vices, which we solemnly have vow'd the forsaking of; Our being liberal to our Coffers, in the laying up Riches, and this for no-body-knowswhom; or very bountiful to our Lustiest, in laying them out upon our Vanities, and costly Vices, which we solemnly have vowed the forsaking of; np1 vbg j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt vvg a-acp n2, cc d p-acp j; cc j j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp vvg pno32 av p-acp po12 n2, cc j n2, r-crq pns12 av-j vhb j-vvn dt vvg pp-f; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 608
3069 or being merciful to our Saviour, who takes our Charity to his Members, as freely bestow'd upon Himself. In so much that the Question is now but This, or being merciful to our Saviour, who Takes our Charity to his Members, as freely bestowed upon Himself. In so much that the Question is now but This, cc vbg j p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp av-j vvn p-acp px31. p-acp av av-d cst dt n1 vbz av p-acp d, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 608
3070 Whether we choose to be the Children of God, or Belial. I make no doubt but I am speaking to an intelligent sort of People, Whither we choose to be the Children of God, or Belial. I make no doubt but I am speaking to an intelligent sort of People, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1. pns11 vvb dx n1 cc-acp pns11 vbm vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 609
3071 and that rightly understanding our greatest Interest, we need the less to be perswaded that we will do our selves Good, by making others to partake of the good we do. and that rightly understanding our greatest Interest, we need the less to be persuaded that we will do our selves Good, by making Others to partake of the good we do. cc cst av-jn j-vvg po12 js n1, pns12 vvb dt dc pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns12 vmb vdb po12 n2 j, p-acp vvg n2-jn p-acp vvb pp-f dt j pns12 vdb. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 609
3072 Should any here be full as sinful as was Nebuchadnezzar, I might adventure That to Them, which Daniel said unto the King, [ Let my Counsel be acceptable to you; Should any Here be full as sinful as was Nebuchadnezzar, I might adventure That to Them, which daniel said unto the King, [ Let my Counsel be acceptable to you; vmd d av vbb j c-acp j c-acp vbds np1, pns11 vmd vvi cst p-acp pno32, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, [ vvb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pn22; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 609
3073 Break off your sins by righteousness, and your Iniquities by shewing mercy to the Poor. Break off your Sins by righteousness, and your Iniquities by showing mercy to the Poor. vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc po22 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 609
3074 If we desire a good Provision against the Winter of Adversity, and to find out our Bread after many days, Let us cast it (with Solomon ) upon the Waters. If we will settle our Estates, either in whole, or in part, so as to free them from Plunder, or Sequestration, Let us put them into Bags which wax not old, into the Treasury of Heaven which faileth not, where neither Moths can corrupt, nor any Thieves break through and steal. If we desire a good Provision against the Winter of Adversity, and to find out our Bred After many days, Let us cast it (with Solomon) upon the Waters. If we will settle our Estates, either in Whole, or in part, so as to free them from Plunder, or Sequestration, Let us put them into Bags which wax not old, into the Treasury of Heaven which Faileth not, where neither Moths can corrupt, nor any Thieves break through and steal. cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp vvb av po12 n1 p-acp d n2, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 (p-acp np1) p-acp dt n2. cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, av-d p-acp j-jn, cc p-acp vvi, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp n2 r-crq vvb xx j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz xx, c-crq dx n2 vmb vvi, ccx d n2 vvb p-acp cc vvi. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 609
3075 The poor righteous man must needs be one of God 's Treasuries; wherein whatsoever is laid up by us, shall be repaid to us again with immense advantage. The poor righteous man must needs be one of God is Treasuries; wherein whatsoever is laid up by us, shall be repaid to us again with immense advantage. dt j j n1 vmb av vbi crd pp-f np1 vbz n2; c-crq r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 av p-acp j n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 609
3076 Especially when the Worms which feed on the Body after Death, shall give it all up at the Day of Iudgment. Especially when the Worms which feed on the Body After Death, shall give it all up At the Day of Judgement. av-j c-crq dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi pn31 d a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 388 Page 610
3077 This is a pious Frand indeed, without either Ironie, or Oxymoron. For 'tis honestly to beguile the Grand Deceiver of Mankind; This is a pious Frand indeed, without either Irony, or Oxymoron. For it's honestly to beguile the Grand Deceiver of Mankind; d vbz dt j vvi av, p-acp d n1, cc np1. p-acp pn31|vbz av-j p-acp vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1; (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 610
3078 and to make the Devil 's Malice propitious to us. and to make the devil is Malice propitious to us. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz n1 j p-acp pno12. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 610
3079 'Tis to extract the greatest Good out of the Evil of his Temptations; (to wit a Soveraign Praeservative from the great Instrument of Death; ) as skilful Chymists are wont to draw the most healthful Medicines, out of those which in themselves are the hurtfull'st Minerals. Thus the skin of a Scorpion becomes an Antidote to his Teeth. And thus the Block at which we stumble, may be used as a step for our Rise to Heaven.. Thus the Ocean may be as modest, in the keeping of its Bounds, It's to extract the greatest Good out of the Evil of his Temptations; (to wit a Sovereign Preservative from the great Instrument of Death;) as skilful chemists Are wont to draw the most healthful Medicines, out of those which in themselves Are the hurtfull'st Minerals. Thus the skin of a Scorpion becomes an Antidote to his Teeth. And thus the Block At which we Stumble, may be used as a step for our Rise to Heaven.. Thus the Ocean may be as modest, in the keeping of its Bounds, pn31|vbz p-acp vvb dt js j av pp-f dt j-jn pp-f po31 n2; (p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1;) p-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt ds j n2, av pp-f d r-crq p-acp px32 vbr dt js n2. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2. cc av dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvi, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb p-acp po12 vvb p-acp n1.. av dt n1 vmb vbi c-acp j, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 610
3080 as the smallest Rivulet. And the man of greatest Wealth, as poor in Spirit as any Lazar. Thus a Ioseph and a Moses may be Favorites of God in the Court of Pharaoh. And thus, as the Smallest Rivulet. And the man of greatest Wealth, as poor in Spirit as any Lazar. Thus a Ioseph and a Moses may be Favorites of God in the Court of Pharaoh. And thus, c-acp dt js n1. cc dt n1 pp-f js n1, p-acp j p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. av dt np1 cc dt np1 vmb vbi n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1. cc av, (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 610
3081 if the more we have of lading to press our Vessel into the Sea, the more we also have of Sails to give it motion; or if the larger our Revenues and Fortunes are, we have the larger Elevation of Heart and Soul to Liberality, and pay the larger Taxes of Charity, laid upon us by a Law from the King of Kings; we convert our poorest Beadsmen into our richest Benefactors, and reap by far the greater good from the good we do them. if the more we have of lading to press our Vessel into the Sea, the more we also have of Sails to give it motion; or if the larger our Revenues and Fortune's Are, we have the larger Elevation of Heart and Soul to Liberality, and pay the larger Taxes of Charity, laid upon us by a Law from the King of Kings; we convert our Poorest Beadsmen into our Richest Benefactors, and reap by Far the greater good from the good we do them. cs dt av-dc pns12 vhb pp-f n-vvg pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc pns12 av vhi pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1; cc cs dt jc po12 n2 cc n2 vbr, pns12 vhb dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi dt jc n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; pns12 vvb po12 js n2 p-acp po12 js n2, cc vvi p-acp av-j dt jc j p-acp dt j pns12 vdb pno32. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 611
3082 Yea we make our selves such Friends of our greatest Enemies, (which our Saviour expresses fitly by the Mammon of Unrighteousness, ) as will receive us, when we fail, into eternal Habitations. Yea we make our selves such Friends of our greatest Enemies, (which our Saviour Expresses fitly by the Mammon of Unrighteousness,) as will receive us, when we fail, into Eternal Habitations. uh pns12 vvb po12 n2 d n2 pp-f po12 js n2, (r-crq po12 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1,) c-acp vmb vvi pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp j n2. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 611
3083 Whither God of his Mercy conduct us All, for the Glory of his Name, and for the Worthiness of his Son, to whom be Glory, both now, and for ever. Whither God of his Mercy conduct us All, for the Glory of his Name, and for the Worthiness of his Son, to whom be Glory, both now, and for ever. q-crq n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvb pno12 d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq vbb n1, d av, cc p-acp av. (17) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 611
3084 AN AMULET OR PRAESERVATIVE Against the Prurigo of Ambition. THE DANGER Of Seeking Great Things FOR ONES SELF. an AMULET OR PRESERVATIVE Against the Prurigo of Ambition. THE DANGER Of Seeking Great Things FOR ONES SELF. dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f vvg j n2 p-acp pi2 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 615
3085 JER. XLV. 5. And seekest Thou Great Things for thy self? Seek them not. JER. XLV. 5. And Seekest Thou Great Things for thy self? Seek them not. np1. crd. crd cc vv2 pns21 j n2 p-acp po21 n1? vvb pno32 xx. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 389 Page 615
3086 § 1. BEtween the Prophecies of Ieremy in all the Chapters going before, (All belonging to the Iews, ) And other Prophecies coming after, (concerning Nine other Nations, ) from hence-forwards unto the end, This before us appertains unto Baruch only. § 1. BEtween the Prophecies of Ieremy in all the Chapters going before, (All belonging to the Iews,) And other Prophecies coming After, (Concerning Nine other nations,) from henceforwards unto the end, This before us appertains unto baruch only. § crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n2 vvg a-acp, (d vvg p-acp dt np2,) cc j-jn n2 vvg a-acp, (vvg crd j-jn n2,) p-acp j p-acp dt n1, d p-acp pno12 vvz p-acp np1 av-j. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 615
3087 Baruch the Scribe of Ieremiah, and a Servant of the most High, one who had faithfully served Both at the utmost peril of his Life, baruch the Scribe of Jeremiah, and a Servant of the most High, one who had faithfully served Both At the utmost peril of his Life, np1 dt vvi pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j, pi r-crq vhd av-j vvn d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 616
3088 and yet at last became liable to great Exception. and yet At last became liable to great Exception. cc av p-acp ord vvd j p-acp j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 616
3089 Therefore God by Ieremiah rebukes the man for his Anxiety, for the disquietness of his Spirit, and discontentedness in his Condition; Therefore God by Jeremiah rebukes the man for his Anxiety, for the disquietness of his Spirit, and discontentedness in his Condition; av np1 p-acp np1 n2 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 616
3090 for his distrust of God's Providence, and his dissatisfaction in God's oeconomy; for his distrust of God's Providence, and his dissatisfaction in God's economy; p-acp po31 n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 616
3091 for being querulous and complaining, that Grief was added to his Sorrow, and Tears to Sighing, and that after all his labour, (when he thought to be rewarded,) he found no Rest; for being afflicted, and perplex't, he could not reach to those Talents his Master had, for being querulous and complaining, that Grief was added to his Sorrow, and Tears to Sighing, and that After all his labour, (when he Thought to be rewarded,) he found no Rest; for being afflicted, and perplexed, he could not reach to those Talents his Master had, c-acp vbg j cc vvg, cst n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc n2 p-acp vvg, cc cst p-acp d po31 n1, (c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn,) pns31 vvd dx n1; p-acp vbg vvn, cc vvn, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n2 po31 vvb vhd, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 616
3092 as Ioshua did to those of Moses, and Elisha to those of the Great Elijah; last of all God rebukes him, as Ioshua did to those of Moses, and Elisha to those of the Great Elijah; last of all God rebukes him, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp d pp-f np1, cc np1 p-acp d pp-f dt j np1; ord pp-f d np1 n2 pno31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 616
3093 for not sufficiently resenting the most deplorable Estate of the King and Kingdom, with the Calamities then impendent on God's own House, and the Publick Worship; and for having no prospect beyond Himself, his private Liberty and Safety, his Ability like Ionas to sleep securely in a Tempest, and sensless of Danger in a Shipwrack; his getting a quiet Habitation in Peace, for not sufficiently resenting the most deplorable Estate of the King and Kingdom, with the Calamities then impendent on God's own House, and the Public Worship; and for having no prospect beyond Himself, his private Liberty and Safety, his Ability like Ionas to sleep securely in a Tempest, and senseless of Danger in a Shipwreck; his getting a quiet Habitation in Peace, c-acp xx av-j vvg dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 av j-jn p-acp np1|vbz d n1, cc dt j n1; cc p-acp vhg dx n1 p-acp px31, po31 j n1 cc n1, po31 n1 av-j np1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, cc j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; po31 n-vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 617
3094 and Plenty, when he saw All round about him, as it were upon the Borders and Brink of Ruin. and Plenty, when he saw All round about him, as it were upon the Borders and Brink of Ruin. cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d j p-acp pno31, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 390 Page 617
3095 § 2. Now to Baruch thus flinching in Times of Trial and Temptation, reserving an Angle in his Heart for secret Avarice, § 2. Now to baruch thus flinching in Times of Trial and Temptation, reserving an Angle in his Heart for secret Avarice, § crd av p-acp np1 av vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 617
3096 and Ambition, and a particular design on his private Interest, (as if he thought it not sufficient, to have his Life for a Prey in all places whither he went, or not an Happiness great enough, to serve and suffer for his Creator, to fare no worse than his Soveraign, to live in Loyalty and Honour, and Ambition, and a particular Design on his private Interest, (as if he Thought it not sufficient, to have his Life for a Prey in all places whither he went, or not an Happiness great enough, to serve and suffer for his Creator, to fare no Worse than his Sovereign, to live in Loyalty and Honour, cc n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (c-acp cs pns31 vvd pn31 xx j, p-acp vhb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 c-crq pns31 vvd, cc xx dt n1 j av-d, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc cs po31 n-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 617
3097 and dye in Innocence;) God sends his Prophet Ieremiah with a most vehement Dehortation, or (to speak more exactly) with a most forcible Prohibition, sitting close upon the Neck of a sharp Reproof; And seekest Thou (Baruch) Great Things for thy self? Seek them not. and die in Innocence;) God sends his Prophet Jeremiah with a most vehement Dehortation, or (to speak more exactly) with a most forcible Prohibition, sitting close upon the Neck of a sharp Reproof; And Seekest Thou (baruch) Great Things for thy self? Seek them not. cc vvi p-acp n1;) np1 vvz po31 n1 np1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, cc (pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j) p-acp dt av-ds j n1, vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; cc vv2 pns21 (np1) j n2 p-acp po21 n1? vvb pno32 xx. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 617
3098 An Exprobration, and a Reproof, enough to stab him into the Heart, as being very sharply pointed in four respects. In respect of the Person, vext and disquieted with his Condition; an Exprobration, and a Reproof, enough to stab him into the Heart, as being very sharply pointed in four respects. In respect of the Person, vexed and disquieted with his Condition; dt n1, cc dt n1, av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vbg av av-j vvn p-acp crd n2. p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 617
3099 In respect of the Things, he seeks to mend his Condition by; In respect of the Selfishness, wherewith the Things are sought after by such a Person; In respect of the Things, he seeks to mend his Condition by; In respect of the Selfishness, wherewith the Things Are sought After by such a Person; p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp; p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 617
3100 and in respect of the Times, wherein to be Selfish, is most absurd; and in respect of the Times, wherein to be Selfish, is most absurd; cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, c-crq pc-acp vbi n1, vbz av-ds j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 618
3101 yea wherein to be Selfish, is little less than Sacrilegious. I shall but touch on these four, yea wherein to be Selfish, is little less than Sacrilegious. I shall but touch on these four, uh c-crq pc-acp vbi n1, vbz av-j av-dc cs j. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp d crd, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 618
3102 and dwell on that which I take to be most material. and dwell on that which I take to be most material. cc vvi p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av-ds j-jn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 391 Page 618
3103 § 3. Who should the Seeker be but Baruch? a man professing the true Religion, yes and a zealous Assertor of it; § 3. Who should the Seeker be but baruch? a man professing the true Religion, yes and a zealous Assertor of it; § crd q-crq vmd dt np1 vbi p-acp np1? dt n1 vvg dt j n1, uh cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 618
3104 The Prophet Ieremy 's own Disciple, and his exact Amanuensis; his individual Companion, his faithful Friend and Fellow-labourer, who writ and read the Roll of Prophecies against Ierusalem and Iudah, in the Ears of all the People, The Prophet Ieremy is own Disciple, and his exact Amanuensis; his Individu Companion, his faithful Friend and Fellow-laborer, who writ and read the Roll of Prophecies against Ierusalem and Iudah, in the Ears of all the People, dt n1 np1 vbz d n1, cc po31 j np1; po31 j-jn n1, po31 j n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd cc vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 618
3105 and all the Great men at Court, and that with the most apparent hazard both of his Liberty and his Life. and all the Great men At Court, and that with the most apparent hazard both of his Liberty and his Life. cc d dt j n2 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp dt av-ds j n1 av-d pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 618
3106 And yet, as good a man as he was, (or had been once in his Time,) the Things he now did seek after were not spiritual, but carnal; not belonging to the future, but present life; And yet, as good a man as he was, (or had been once in his Time,) the Things he now did seek After were not spiritual, but carnal; not belonging to the future, but present life; cc av, c-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbds, (cc vhd vbn a-acp p-acp po31 n1,) dt n2 pns31 av vdd vvi p-acp vbdr xx j, p-acp j; xx vvg p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 618
3107 not Great in themselves, but NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET, Great in the Speakers Phraseology, or the rude Vulgar's Estimation; or only Great by way of comparison with things much less; or Great in reference to the Season, wherein it was a Great thing, not Great in themselves, but, and, Great in the Speakers Phraseology, or the rude Vulgar's Estimation; or only Great by Way of comparison with things much less; or Great in Referente to the Season, wherein it was a Great thing, xx j p-acp px32, p-acp, cc, j p-acp dt n2 n1, cc dt j ng1 n1; cc j j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 av-d av-dc; cc j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbds dt j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 619
3108 for any Servant of God to have Food and Rayment; for a Ieremy, or a Baruch, not to be cast into the Dungeon; not to be cut with the same Penknife, or not to perish in the same Fire, together with the dreadful Roll, for any Servant of God to have Food and Raiment; for a Ieremy, or a baruch, not to be cast into the Dungeon; not to be Cut with the same Penknife, or not to perish in the same Fire, together with the dreadful Roll, p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1; p-acp dt np1, cc dt np1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d n1, av p-acp dt j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 619
3109 or Book of Prophecies which They had written. or Book of Prophecies which They had written. cc n1 pp-f n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 619
3110 Nor was it a little aggravation of Baruch's Guilt, that he became a Self-seeker; when being a man of a publick Character, he should have been of a publick Mind; he should have sacrificed his Private to Publick Interesses and Ends. When he foresaw that King Iehoiakim (the Son of Good King Iosiah ) was not only to be kill'd, but cruelly cast into the Streets, exposed there as a Prey to Birds and Beasts without Burial; when he foresaw that Zedekiah (another Son of Good Iosiah ) should shortly after become the last King of Iudah; That the Conquering King of Babylon should butcher his Sons before his Eyes, and pluck his Eyes out of his Head, and lastly binding him in Chains, should carry him captive out of Ierusalem, as an Hissing to his Enemies, Nor was it a little aggravation of Baruch's Gilded, that he became a Self-seeker; when being a man of a public Character, he should have been of a public Mind; he should have sacrificed his Private to Public Interesses and Ends. When he foresaw that King Jehoiakim (the Son of Good King Josiah) was not only to be killed, but cruelly cast into the Streets, exposed there as a Prey to Birds and Beasts without Burial; when he foresaw that Zedekiah (Another Son of Good Josiah) should shortly After become the last King of Iudah; That the Conquering King of Babylon should butcher his Sons before his Eyes, and pluck his Eyes out of his Head, and lastly binding him in Chains, should carry him captive out of Ierusalem, as an Hissing to his Enemies, ccx vbds pn31 dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j-vvn, cst pns31 vvd dt j; c-crq vbg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vmd vhi vbn pp-f dt j n1; pns31 vmd vhi vvn po31 j p-acp j n2 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vvd cst n1 np1 (dt n1 pp-f j n1 np1) vbds xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n1; c-crq pns31 vvd cst np1 (j-jn n1 pp-f j np1) vmd av-j p-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f np1; cst dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb po31 n2 av pp-f po31 n1, cc ord vvg pno31 p-acp n2, vmd vvi pno31 j-jn av pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvg p-acp po31 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 619
3111 and an Astonishment to his Friends; and an Astonishment to his Friends; cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 619
3112 Then for Baruch to be seeking, and to be seeking Great Things, and to be seeking them for Himself too; Then for baruch to be seeking, and to be seeking Great Things, and to be seeking them for Himself too; av p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvg, cc pc-acp vbi vvg j n2, cc pc-acp vbi vvg pno32 p-acp px31 av; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 620
3113 not for his Country-men, or Country, not for the Worship and House of God, but for his despicable diminutive inconsiderable Self, (a little Drop of the Bucket ) a single Atom of the great Heap of Dust and Ashes in Iudaea, (for Men we know are no better,) This was the Acme and the Top of the Prophet Ieremy's Exprobration. The Heathen Cato in Lucan was much more generous, in his Sidera quis Mundúmq, velit spectare cadentem, Expers Ipse Metûs? — not for his Countrymen, or Country, not for the Worship and House of God, but for his despicable diminutive inconsiderable Self, (a little Drop of the Bucket) a single Atom of the great Heap of Dust and Ashes in Iudaea, (for Men we know Are no better,) This was the Acme and the Top of the Prophet Ieremy's Exprobration. The Heathen Cato in Lucan was much more generous, in his Sidera quis Mundúmq, velit spectare cadentem, Expers Ipse Metûs? — xx p-acp po31 n2, cc n1, xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp po31 j j j n1, (dt j vvb pp-f dt n1) dt j n1 pp-f dt j vvb pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp np1, (c-acp n2 pns12 vvb vbr av-dx av-jc,) d vbds dt vvb cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 npg1 n1. dt j-jn np1 p-acp np1 vbds av-d av-dc j, p-acp po31 fw-la fw-la fw-fr, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la? — (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 392 Page 620
3114 The Turkish Caab of Arabia, who rather chose to dye of Thirst, than to drink of That Water which his Compatriots all wanted, was of much a more brave, and a more noble Disposition. The Turkish Caab of Arabia, who rather chosen to die of Thirst, than to drink of That Water which his Compatriots all wanted, was of much a more brave, and a more noble Disposition. dt jp np1 pp-f np1, r-crq av vvd p-acp vvb pp-f n1, cs p-acp vvb pp-f d n1 r-crq po31 n2 d vvd, vbds pp-f d dt av-dc j, cc dt av-dc j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 620
3115 Such were the gallant NONLATINALPHABET, in Alexander ab Alexandro, who would never once indure to fare any better than their King. Had the King lost a Limb by any accident whatsoever? They would resolvedly lose the same. Did the King happen to want an Eye? They would pluck out one of their own. And when the King came to dye, They scorn'd to live; but at the time of his Funeral, threw themselves into the Fire. Such were the gallant, in Alexander ab Alexander, who would never once endure to fare any better than their King. Had the King lost a Limb by any accident whatsoever? They would resolvedly loose the same. Did the King happen to want an Eye? They would pluck out one of their own. And when the King Come to die, They scorned to live; but At the time of his Funeral, threw themselves into the Fire. d vbdr dt j-jn, p-acp np1 zz np1, r-crq vmd av-x a-acp vvb pc-acp vvi d jc cs po32 n1. vhd dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 q-crq? pns32 vmd av-vvn vvi dt d. vdd dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1? pns32 vmd vvi av crd pp-f po32 d. cc c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp vvi, pns32 vvd p-acp vvb; p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd px32 p-acp dt n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3116 Baruch in reason should have argued, like brave Uriah, and Eleazar, who did abhor being at rest, when better men than themselves were expos'd to Hardships; baruch in reason should have argued, like brave Uriah, and Eleazar, who did abhor being At rest, when better men than themselves were exposed to Hardships; np1 p-acp n1 vmd vhi vvn, av-j j np1, cc np1, r-crq vdd vvi vbg p-acp n1, c-crq jc n2 cs px32 vbdr vvn p-acp n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3117 They hated Self-praeservation in a kind of universal and general Deluge of Afflictions. They hated Self-preservation in a kind of universal and general Deluge of Afflictions. pns32 vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1 pp-f n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3118 Shall such a man as I Baruch, and in such a Season as This, be seeking any thing for myself? Shall I be guilty of being safe, Shall such a man as I baruch, and in such a Season as This, be seeking any thing for myself? Shall I be guilty of being safe, vmb d dt n1 c-acp pns11 np1, cc p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, vbb vvg d n1 p-acp px11? vmb pns11 vbi j pp-f vbg j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3119 when 'tis disloyalty to prosper? Shall I be seeking Great Things, when to be Great, is a Dishonour? a shameful thing, to live at Ease? and little less than a Sin, to live? Thus he ought to have reason'd, thô thus he did not. when it's disloyalty to prosper? Shall I be seeking Great Things, when to be Great, is a Dishonour? a shameful thing, to live At Ease? and little less than a since, to live? Thus he ought to have reasoned, though thus he did not. c-crq pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi? vmb pns11 vbi vvg j n2, c-crq pc-acp vbi j, vbz dt vvb? dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1? cc av-j av-dc cs dt n1, pc-acp vvi? av pns31 vmd pc-acp vhi vvn, cs av pns31 vdd xx. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3120 And see how God (by way of Sarcasm ) does as good as bid Baruch put Himself into one Scale, And see how God (by Way of Sarcasm) does as good as bid baruch put Himself into one Scale, cc vvb c-crq np1 (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) vdz p-acp j c-acp vvn np1 vvb px31 p-acp crd vvi, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3121 and all the publick Concerns of King and Kingdom into the other, as it were asking if he looks to outweigh them All; and all the public Concerns of King and Kingdom into the other, as it were asking if he looks to outweigh them All; cc d dt j vvz pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg cs pns31 vvz p-acp vvb pno32 d; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 621
3122 if his Life is more precious, than Church and State; if he expects as great a Privilege as was granted only by Miracle to Gideon's Fleece; to be blessed and enrich't with the Dew of Heaven, when all round about lyes dry, and barren. if his Life is more precious, than Church and State; if he expects as great a Privilege as was granted only by Miracle to Gideon's Fleece; to be blessed and enriched with the Due of Heaven, when all round about lies dry, and barren. cs po31 n1 vbz av-dc j, cs n1 cc n1; cs pns31 vvz p-acp j dt n1 a-acp vbds vvn av-j p-acp n1 p-acp ng1 n1; pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d j p-acp n2 j, cc j. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 622
3123 If he alone will be exempt from a compleat NONLATINALPHABET, from a National, a Publick, a Common Destruction and Desolation. If he alone will be exempt from a complete, from a National, a Public, a Common Destruction and Desolation. cs pns31 av-j vmb vbi j p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j, dt j, dt j n1 cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 622
3124 Behold (says God to Baruch ) I will bring evil upon all Flesh, even upon this whole Land. And seekest Thou Great Things for thy self? Seek them not. Behold (Says God to baruch) I will bring evil upon all Flesh, even upon this Whole Land. And Seekest Thou Great Things for thy self? Seek them not. vvb (vvz np1 p-acp np1) pns11 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp d n1, av p-acp d j-jn n1 cc vv2 pns21 j n2 p-acp po21 n1? vvb pno32 xx. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 393 Page 622
3125 § 4. Thus we see how the Reproof or the Exprobration (being whetted into a Sharpness by four Respects) does give a Vehemence and Force to the Prohibition. I shall not add any thing more to what I have said touching the First; but apply my self wholly to the Consideration of the Second; which of it self will be sufficient to take up more Time than is now allow'd. § 4. Thus we see how the Reproof or the Exprobration (being whetted into a Sharpness by four Respects) does give a Vehemence and Force to the Prohibition. I shall not add any thing more to what I have said touching the First; but apply my self wholly to the Consideration of the Second; which of it self will be sufficient to take up more Time than is now allowed. § crd av pns12 vvb c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 (vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n2) vdz vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. pns11 vmb xx vvi d n1 av-dc p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn vvg dt ord; p-acp vvi po11 n1 av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord; r-crq pp-f pn31 n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp dc n1 cs vbz av vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 622
3126 And in the Prosecuting of This, 'tis not my purpose to reflect upon any mens Persons of either Sort. Not on Them who seek Greatness they cannot find; much less on Them, who have been raised up to Greatness they never sought; least of all upon Them, who do inherit that Greatness they cannot help; (such as They never could have prevented, nor can easily escape. ) All I intend is a Dissuasive from That which I take to be the Ground of all our Seditions, and Separations, and Fermentations of Blood in the Body Politick; And in the Prosecuting of This, it's not my purpose to reflect upon any men's Persons of either Sort. Not on Them who seek Greatness they cannot find; much less on Them, who have been raised up to Greatness they never sought; lest of all upon Them, who do inherit that Greatness they cannot help; (such as They never could have prevented, nor can Easily escape.) All I intend is a Dissuasive from That which I take to be the Ground of all our Seditions, and Separations, and Fermentations of Blood in the Body Politic; cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f d, pn31|vbz xx po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d ng2 n2 pp-f d np1 xx p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb n1 pns32 vmbx vvb; av-d av-dc p-acp pno32, r-crq vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pns32 av vvd; cs pp-f d p-acp pno32, r-crq vdb vvi cst n1 pns32 vmbx vvi; (d c-acp pns32 av-x vmd vhi vvn, ccx vmb av-j vvi.) d pns11 vvb vbz dt j p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3127 from that Malignity and Envy, wherewith the Men of low degree are wont to prosecute those above them: from that Malignity and Envy, wherewith the Men of low degree Are wont to prosecute those above them: p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f j n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno32: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3128 from the Selfseeking, and the Self-love, attended commonly with the love of Revenge on others, which makes a world of men careless of Publick Safety: from the Self-seeking, and the Self-love, attended commonly with the love of Revenge on Others, which makes a world of men careless of Public Safety: p-acp dt j, cc dt n1, vvn av-j p-acp dt vvb pp-f vvb p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 j pp-f j n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3129 Careless of perishing Themselves, (like Nero with his NONLATINALPHABET) if all the Objects of their Envy may perish with them: Careless of perishing Themselves, (like Nero with his) if all the Objects of their Envy may perish with them: j pp-f vvg px32, (av-j np1 p-acp po31) cs d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3130 from that Avarice and Ambition, and Malecontentedness in their Stations, wherein Divine Providence is pleas'd to fix them. from that Avarice and Ambition, and Malcontentedness in their Stations, wherein Divine Providence is pleased to fix them. p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-crq j-jn n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3131 From every one of These Plagues my present Dehortative or Dissuasive (suggested to me by the Text) is now intended; From every one of These Plagues my present Dehortative or Dissuasive (suggested to me by the Text) is now intended; p-acp d crd pp-f d n2 po11 j n1 cc j (vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1) vbz av vvn; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3132 thô most especially from the last, as from the Root of those Factions, and Schisms, though most especially from the last, as from the Root of those Factions, and Schisms, c-acp av-ds av-j p-acp dt ord, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3133 and Heresies, which do at any time indanger the Common Peace; yes and occasion the greatest Miseries which can possibly ever fall upon Church or State. and Heresies, which do At any time endanger the Common Peace; yes and occasion the greatest Misery's which can possibly ever fallen upon Church or State. cc n2, r-crq vdb p-acp d n1 vvi dt j n1; uh cc n1 dt js ng1 r-crq vmb av-j av vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 623
3134 In order to the framing of This Dissuasive, and for the making it effectual to such as need it, I must consider those things which the World calls Great (and are in one word expressed by Worldly Greatness ) in their genuine, or native, and proper Colours; In order to the framing of This Dissuasive, and for the making it effectual to such as need it, I must Consider those things which the World calls Great (and Are in one word expressed by Worldly Greatness) in their genuine, or native, and proper Colours; p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j, cc p-acp dt vvg pn31 j p-acp d c-acp vvb pn31, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz j (cc vbr p-acp crd n1 vvn p-acp j n1) p-acp po32 j, cc j-jn, cc j n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 624
3135 strip't of that Vizard and Disguise, which the Phantasies of People (by a too vulgar Errour) have put upon them. striped of that Vizard and Disguise, which the Fantasies of People (by a too Vulgar Error) have put upon them. vvd a-acp d n1 cc vvb, r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 (p-acp dt av j n1) vhb vvn p-acp pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 624
3136 For hence will arise as many Reasons, why in every State or Station, it is every mans Advantage, as well as Duty, to study and con St. Paul's Lesson, How to want and to abound. For hence will arise as many Reasons, why in every State or Station, it is every men Advantage, as well as Duty, to study and con Saint Paul's lesson, How to want and to abound. p-acp av vmb vvi p-acp d n2, q-crq p-acp d n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz d ng1 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvb n1 npg1 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 624
3137 How to want without Envy, and how to abound without Arrogance; how to want without Stealth, and how to abound without Oppression; how to want with Submission, and how to abound with Self-denial; how to want with real Comfort, and how to abound with Moderation; how to want with Thanksgiving, as it is an Act of Sacrifice; and how to abound with Liberality, as it is a Work of Mercy. In a word, How to want without Envy, and how to abound without Arrogance; how to want without Stealth, and how to abound without Oppression; how to want with Submission, and how to abound with Self-denial; how to want with real Comfort, and how to abound with Moderation; how to want with Thanksgiving, as it is an Act of Sacrifice; and how to abound with Liberality, as it is a Work of Mercy. In a word, c-crq p-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp j vvi, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 624
3138 how 'tis his Interest, to rest contented with his Condition of either sort; how it's his Interest, to rest contented with his Condition of either sort; c-crq pn31|vbz po31 n1, pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 624
3139 and not to disquiet himself in vain, by solicitously seeking Greater Things for himself than his God allows him. and not to disquiet himself in vain, by solicitously seeking Greater Things for himself than his God allows him. cc xx pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp j, p-acp av-j vvg jc n2 p-acp px31 cs po31 n1 vvz pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 624
3140 A point of Doctrin so momentous, of such Necessity to be taught, and as well of such Publick, A point of Doctrine so momentous, of such Necessity to be taught, and as well of such Public, dt n1 pp-f n1 av j, pp-f d n1 p-acp vbb vvn, cc c-acp av pp-f d j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3141 as Private Consequence to be learn't; as Private Consequence to be learnt; c-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3142 that 'tis not easy to be imagin'd, how such a monstrous Sin as Schism, Contempt of Government and Order, and the Voluptuousness of heading or leading Parties, should continue one day in the Christian World, that it's not easy to be imagined, how such a monstrous since as Schism, Contempt of Government and Order, and the Voluptuousness of heading or leading Parties, should continue one day in the Christian World, cst pn31|vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq d dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg n2, vmd vvi crd n1 p-acp dt njp n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3143 if every man were convinced of This Great Truth, (a Truth as legible, and as bright, if every man were convinced of This Great Truth, (a Truth as legible, and as bright, cs d n1 vbdr vvn pp-f d j n1, (dt n1 c-acp j, cc p-acp j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3144 as if 'twere written with a Sun-beam,) that God allows not of his Ambition, as if 'twere written with a Sunbeam,) that God allows not of his Ambition, c-acp cs pn31|vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1,) cst np1 vvz xx pp-f po31 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3145 but disapproves of his Avarice, strictly prohibits and forbids the Carnality of his seeking Great Things for himself; but disapproves of his Avarice, strictly prohibits and forbids the Carnality of his seeking Great Things for himself; cc-acp vvz pp-f po31 n1, av-j n2 cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg j n2 p-acp px31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3146 has made Obedience to Authority to be of the Essence of Christianity; one of the Two special Vitals of all Religion; has made obedience to authority to be of the Essence of Christianity; one of the Two special Vitals of all Religion; vhz vvn n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; crd pp-f dt crd j n2-j pp-f d n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3147 The Blood and Life of the Second Table, clearly running in a Great Vein throughout the Body of the Gospel. Nor only so, The Blood and Life of the Second Table, clearly running in a Great Vein throughout the Body of the Gospel. Nor only so, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ord n1, av-j vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ccx av-j av, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3148 But that (in reference to the present, as well as to the future, and better life,) it is every man's Interest, But that (in Referente to the present, as well as to the future, and better life,) it is every Man's Interest, cc-acp d (p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j-jn, cc j n1,) pn31 vbz d ng1 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3149 and special Advantage, not to be Great; and special Advantage, not to be Great; cc j n1, xx pc-acp vbi j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 625
3150 that He is the happiest Man on Earth, whom Horace has seated in the middle, betwixt his Maenius, and Nomentanus: that 'tis easier to be satisfied with what is but competent and enough, than with any thing beyond it, whether inherited, or acquir'd: that He is the Happiest Man on Earth, whom Horace has seated in the middle, betwixt his Maenius, and Nomentanus: that it's Easier to be satisfied with what is but competent and enough, than with any thing beyond it, whither inherited, or acquired: d pns31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp po31 np1, cc np1: cst pn31|vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq vbz p-acp j cc av-d, cs p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31, cs vvn, cc vvn: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 626
3151 and that 'tis better to have a little with God's Allowance and Approbation, than the Greatest Things on Earth by his bare Permission. and that it's better to have a little with God's Allowance and Approbation, than the Greatest Things on Earth by his bore Permission. cc cst pn31|vbz jc pc-acp vhi dt j p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, cs dt js n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 394 Page 626
3152 The World is now at such a pass, (and 'tis a Duty not to forget it on This Occasion,) that we do sometimes stand in need to make Apologies for God; The World is now At such a pass, (and it's a Duty not to forget it on This Occasion,) that we do sometime stand in need to make Apologies for God; dt n1 vbz av p-acp d dt n1, (cc pn31|vbz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1,) cst pns12 vdb av vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 395 Page 626
3153 to assert and justifie his Methods; to alledge sufficient Reasons for some of his Precepts and Prohibitions; to assert and justify his Methods; to allege sufficient Reasons for Some of his Precepts and Prohibitions; p-acp vvb cc vvb po31 n2; pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 cc n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 395 Page 626
3154 especially for such as now we have under Consideration. especially for such as now we have under Consideration. av-j p-acp d c-acp av pns12 vhb p-acp n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 395 Page 626
3155 Nor can we expect to be believ'd in such a Paradox as This, [ That ' tis a man's Interest not to be Great in this loathsom World, ] any farther than our Reasons shall force Assent. I shall but urge four or five, whereof the one will rise in order above the other: Nor can we expect to be believed in such a Paradox as This, [ That ' this a Man's Interest not to be Great in this loathsome World, ] any farther than our Reasons shall force Assent. I shall but urge four or five, whereof the one will rise in order above the other: ccx vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d, [ cst ' pn31|vbz dt ng1 n1 xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp d j n1, ] dg av-jc cs po12 n2 vmb vvi n1. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi crd cc crd, c-crq dt pi vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 395 Page 626
3156 That if the former cannot affect us, the later may. That if the former cannot affect us, the later may. cst cs dt j vmbx vvi pno12, dt jc vmb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 395 Page 626
3157 § 5. The first of the Reasons I pretend to, for the Dissuasive I am upon, from any man's seeking Great Things for Himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not, may be derived from the Fickleness of all Great Things on This side Heaven. § 5. The First of the Reasons I pretend to, for the Dissuasive I am upon, from any Man's seeking Great Things for Himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not, may be derived from the Fickleness of all Great Things on This side Heaven. § crd dt ord pp-f dt n2 pns11 vvb p-acp, p-acp dt j pns11 vbm p-acp, p-acp d ng1 vvg j n2 p-acp px31, cc p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pno32 xx, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp d n1 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 626
3158 Their having nothing in them of Permanence, nothing of Certainty, or Firmness, which a man of any Prudence knows how to trust. Their having nothing in them of Permanence, nothing of Certainty, or Firmness, which a man of any Prudence knows how to trust. po32 vhg pix p-acp pno32 pp-f n1, pix pp-f n1, cc n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3159 From whence it follows ex abundanti, that they have nothing in them of lovely, for which they should be coveted or courted by us. From whence it follows ex abundanti, that they have nothing in them of lovely, for which they should be coveted or courted by us. p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz fw-la fw-la, cst pns32 vhb pix p-acp pno32 pp-f j, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3160 And This is a Reason suggested to me from the very next words before my Text. Behold (says God to Baruch by the Mouth of Ieremiah ) That which I have built will I break down, And This is a Reason suggested to me from the very next words before my Text. Behold (Says God to baruch by the Mouth of Jeremiah) That which I have built will I break down, cc d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt av ord n2 p-acp po11 np1 vvb (vvz np1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) d r-crq pns11 vhb vvn vmb pns11 vvi a-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3161 and that which I have planted I will pluck up, even This whole Land. He does not Thus argue, There is a Flaw in the Building, which I will Therefore break down; and that which I have planted I will pluck up, even This Whole Land. He does not Thus argue, There is a Flaw in the Building, which I will Therefore break down; cc cst r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pns11 vmb vvi a-acp, av d j-jn n1 pns31 vdz xx av vvi, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmb av vvb a-acp; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3162 or a Barrenness in the Plant, which I will Therefore pluck up. But I will do it pro Imperio, because I will. or a barrenness in the Plant, which I will Therefore pluck up. But I will do it Pro Imperial, Because I will. cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmb av vvb a-acp. p-acp pns11 vmb vdi pn31 fw-la np1, c-acp pns11 vmb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3163 For I have built, and I have planted. The whole Land is mine, and I will order it as I please. For I have built, and I have planted. The Whole Land is mine, and I will order it as I please. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn, cc pns11 vhb vvn. dt j-jn n1 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 c-acp pns11 vvb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3164 He needs not argue from its Inhabitants whereby to justifie its Destruction, because He is not only the Owner, but the Author of it. He needs not argue from its Inhabitants whereby to justify its Destruction, Because He is not only the Owner, but the Author of it. pns31 vvz xx vvi p-acp po31 n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 627
3165 His having once built, is reason enough for his breaking down. And his having once planted, is reason enough for his plucking up. Nor may the Clay say to the Potter, Why hast Thou made, or unmade me? why hast Thou used me Thus, His having once built, is reason enough for his breaking down. And his having once planted, is reason enough for his plucking up. Nor may the Clay say to the Potter, Why hast Thou made, or unmade me? why hast Thou used me Thus, po31 vhg a-acp vvn, vbz n1 av-d p-acp po31 vvg a-acp. cc po31 vhg a-acp vvn, vbz n1 av-d p-acp po31 vvg a-acp. ccx vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn, cc vvn pno11? q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 628
3166 or Thus? 'Tis true in God's distribution of endless Punishments and Rewards to the Sons of Men, He declares Himself to act as a Righteous Iudge, a Judge with whom there is not Respect of Persons, a Judge who renders unto every man according to his Deeds, and according to the Law He is bound to live by. or Thus? It's true in God's distribution of endless Punishments and Rewards to the Sons of Men, He declares Himself to act as a Righteous Judge, a Judge with whom there is not Respect of Persons, a Judge who renders unto every man according to his deeds, and according to the Law He is bound to live by. cc av? pn31|vbz j p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz xx n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 628
3167 But the Case is quite Another, (and stands upon quite another Ground,) in his dealing out the Things of This dying life, the Things which perish in the using, the Things whose Fashion passeth away, such as All the things are which the World calls Great. In things of Temporary Concernment, (such as those I now speak of,) it pleaseth God to act and argue as an Absolute Soveraign; to make his peremptory Will his sufficient Reason; to prove the Rectitude of his Actions from his right of Dominion, and his Omnipotence. Not only Mary in her Magnificat observes and celebrates God's Pleasure, in his putting down the Mighty, and in his raising up the Meek, But even Hesiod does the same as an Heathen Poet. NONLATINALPHABET. — But the Case is quite another, (and Stands upon quite Another Ground,) in his dealing out the Things of This dying life, the Things which perish in the using, the Things whose Fashion passes away, such as All the things Are which the World calls Great. In things of Temporary Concernment, (such as those I now speak of,) it Pleases God to act and argue as an Absolute Sovereign; to make his peremptory Will his sufficient Reason; to prove the Rectitude of his Actions from his right of Dominion, and his Omnipotence. Not only Marry in her Magnificat observes and celebrates God's Pleasure, in his putting down the Mighty, and in his raising up the Meek, But even Hesiod does thee same as an Heathen Poet.. — p-acp dt n1 vbz av j-jn, (cc n2 p-acp av j-jn n1,) p-acp po31 n-vvg av dt n2 pp-f d vvg n1, dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt vvg, dt n2 rg-crq vvb vvz av, d c-acp d dt n2 vbr r-crq dt n1 vvz j. p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, (d c-acp d pns11 av vvi pp-f,) pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi c-acp dt j n-jn; pc-acp vvi po31 j vmb po31 j n1; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 n-jn pp-f n1, cc po31 n1. xx av-j vvi p-acp po31 fw-la vvz cc vvz npg1 n1, p-acp po31 vvg a-acp dt j, cc p-acp po31 vvg a-acp dt j, p-acp av np1 vdz pno32 d p-acp dt j-jn n1.. — (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 396 Page 628
3168 We may English it out of our Bibles from Daniel 's words to Nebuchadnezzar; 'Tis the most High alone that ruleth in the Kingdom of Men: We may English it out of our Bibles from daniel is words to Nebuchadnezzar; It's the most High alone that Ruleth in the Kingdom of Men: pns12 vmb np1 pn31 av pp-f po12 np1 p-acp np1 vbz n2 p-acp np1; pn31|vbz dt ds j j cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 629
3169 'Tis he that giveth it at his pleasure to whomsoever he will; It's he that gives it At his pleasure to whomsoever he will; pn31|vbz pns31 cst vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 629
3170 and that setteth up over It (either the Best, or) the Basest of Men. There can be nothing more pleasant to a man of low Station, or more profitable and useful to men of Grandeur, than to contemplate as well as read the wise oeconomy of God in the words of David; and the Truth of those words in their own Experience: To wit, that Promotion cometh neither from the East, nor from the West, not from the North, nor from the South; But God is the Iudge, who putteth down one, and setteth up Another; and that sets up over It (either the Best, or) the Basest of Men. There can be nothing more pleasant to a man of low Station, or more profitable and useful to men of Grandeur, than to contemplate as well as read the wise economy of God in the words of David; and the Truth of those words in their own Experience: To wit, that Promotion comes neither from the East, nor from the West, not from the North, nor from the South; But God is the Judge, who putteth down one, and sets up another; cc d vvz a-acp p-acp pn31 (d dt js, cc) dt js pp-f n2. a-acp vmb vbi pix av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc av-dc j cc j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs p-acp vvi c-acp av c-acp vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po32 d n1: p-acp n1, cst n1 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1; cc-acp np1 vbz dt n1, r-crq vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 629
3171 or permits the NONLATINALPHABET, The Prince of This World, The Devil to do it. or permits the, The Prince of This World, The devil to do it. cc vvz dt, dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 629
3172 For so we needs must distinguish, if we intend to speak Sense touching the Providence of God in the present Case. For so we needs must distinguish, if we intend to speak Sense touching the Providence of God in the present Case. p-acp av pns12 av vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 630
3173 The taking away what he has given, the breaking in pieces what he has built, the rooting up what he has planted, is That which happens many times by his blessed Order; but many times too by his bare Permission. To mention Ioseph, and Iob, the good King Iofiah, the glorious Emperour Mauritius, and the more glorious Martyr Charles the First of these Realms, and to parallel in our minds the Events of those Best with the Worst of men, is the shortest way imaginable (the shortest at least I can imagin,) to give a satisfactory Reason for That Distinction; and to discourage men from seeking Great Things for Themselves. For thus I argue: The taking away what he has given, the breaking in Pieces what he has built, the rooting up what he has planted, is That which happens many times by his blessed Order; but many times too by his bore Permission. To mention Ioseph, and Job, the good King Josiah, the glorious Emperor Mauritius, and the more glorious Martyr Charles the First of these Realms, and to parallel in our minds the Events of those Best with the Worst of men, is the Shortest Way imaginable (the Shortest At least I can imagine,) to give a satisfactory Reason for That Distinction; and to discourage men from seeking Great Things for Themselves. For thus I argue: dt vvg av r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, dt vvg p-acp n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, dt j-vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vbz d r-crq vvz d n2 p-acp po31 vvn n1; p-acp d n2 av p-acp po31 j n1. p-acp n1 np1, cc np1, dt j n1 np1, dt j n1 np1, cc dt av-dc j n1 np1 dt ord pp-f d n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt n2 pp-f d av-js p-acp dt js pp-f n2, vbz dt js n1 j (dt js p-acp ds pns11 vmb vvi,) pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp cst n1; cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp px32. c-acp av pns11 vvb: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 630
3174 If it happens so ill to Them who are born to Greatness, and are Above it, who have a Right to great Things by God's Appointment, and yet are deprived of them All by God's Permission; (yet one step farther,) If it happens so ill to Them who are as Good as they are Great, If it happens so ill to Them who Are born to Greatness, and Are Above it, who have a Right to great Things by God's Appointment, and yet Are deprived of them All by God's Permission; (yet one step farther,) If it happens so ill to Them who Are as Good as they Are Great, cs pn31 vvz av av-jn p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc vbr p-acp pn31, r-crq vhb dt j-jn p-acp j n2 p-acp npg1 n1, cc av vbr vvn pp-f pno32 d p-acp npg1 n1; (av crd n1 av-jc,) cs pn31 vvz av av-jn p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr p-acp j c-acp pns32 vbr j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 630
3175 and whose Greatness coupl'd with Grace is the least thing in them, far surpassed by their Humility, and generous Meekness, by their Compassion towards others, and by their Empire over Themselves; what then shall we say of those wretched Great ones, who owe their Greatness to the Great Dragon? who owe it (next under Satan) to their own Avarice, and whose Greatness coupled with Grace is the least thing in them, Far surpassed by their Humility, and generous Meekness, by their Compassion towards Others, and by their Empire over Themselves; what then shall we say of those wretched Great ones, who owe their Greatness to the Great Dragon? who owe it (next under Satan) to their own Avarice, cc rg-crq n1 vvn p-acp n1 vbz dt ds n1 p-acp pno32, av-j vvd p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp px32; r-crq av vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d j j pi2, r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1? r-crq vvb pn31 (ord p-acp np1) p-acp po32 d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 631
3176 and Ambition, their Oppression, and Extortion, their Fraud, and Rapine? who possess their Great Things by God's meer Sufferance, and at last are stript of them by his Appointment? Such Usurpers of Greatness, and Ambition, their Oppression, and Extortion, their Fraud, and Rapine? who possess their Great Things by God's mere Sufferance, and At last Are stripped of them by his Appointment? Such Usurpers of Greatness, cc n1, po32 n1, cc n1, po32 n1, cc n1? q-crq vvb po32 j n2 p-acp npg1 j n1, cc p-acp ord vbr vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp po31 n1? d n2 pp-f n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 631
3177 as do at their best but injoy God's Anger, who only sacrifice to their Net, (as the Prophet speaks,) and wholly rely upon Themselves, upon their Industry, as do At their best but enjoy God's Anger, who only sacrifice to their Net, (as the Prophet speaks,) and wholly rely upon Themselves, upon their Industry, c-acp vdb p-acp po32 js p-acp vvb npg1 n1, r-crq av-j n1 p-acp po32 n1, (c-acp dt n1 vvz,) cc av-jn vvb p-acp px32, p-acp po32 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 631
3178 or their Wit, their Strength, or Prowess, or their any thing besides which they are wont to call Theirs, God does oftentimes crush by the chief means of their support; whilst he makes their very Anchor become their Rock, and turns their Harbour into a Quicksand; sometimes splits them upon their Pollcy, and sometimes upon their Power. And This the Royal Psalmist does seem to mean, or their Wit, their Strength, or Prowess, or their any thing beside which they Are wont to call Theirs, God does oftentimes crush by the chief means of their support; while he makes their very Anchor become their Rock, and turns their Harbour into a Quicksand; sometime splits them upon their Pollcy, and sometime upon their Power. And This the Royal Psalmist does seem to mean, cc po32 n1, po32 n1, cc n1, cc po32 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi png32, np1 vdz av vvb p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 vvi; cs pns31 vvz po32 j n1 vvb po32 n1, cc vvz po32 vvb p-acp dt n1; av vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cc av p-acp po32 n1. cc d dt j n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 631
3179 when he speaks of Gods laughing such men to scorn, and of his having them in derision, (Psal. 2. 4.) Much what Solomon saith of Wisdom, That she will laugh at their Calamity, when he speaks of God's laughing such men to scorn, and of his having them in derision, (Psalm 2. 4.) Much what Solomon Says of Wisdom, That she will laugh At their Calamity, c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f npg1 vvg d n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pp-f po31 vhg pno32 p-acp n1, (np1 crd crd) av-d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 631
3180 and will mock when their fear cometh, (Prov. 1. 26.) Thus my First Reason ariseth from the Fickleness of the Things which the World calls Great, whether as righteously attain'd by God's Appointment, or as injuriously invaded by God's meer Sufferance. and will mock when their Fear comes, (Curae 1. 26.) Thus my First Reason arises from the Fickleness of the Things which the World calls Great, whither as righteously attained by God's Appointment, or as injuriously invaded by God's mere Sufferance. cc vmb vvi c-crq po32 n1 vvz, (np1 crd crd) av po11 ord n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz j, cs a-acp av-j vvd p-acp npg1 n1, cc c-acp av-j vvn p-acp npg1 j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 398 Page 632
3181 § 6. A Second Reason for my Dissuasive from any man's seeking Great Things for Himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not, is to be taken from the yet sadder and more important Consideration, That the Worlds Great Things are not fickle only, § 6. A Second Reason for my Dissuasive from any Man's seeking Great Things for Himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not, is to be taken from the yet sadder and more important Consideration, That the World's Great Things Are not fickle only, § crd dt ord n1 p-acp po11 j p-acp d ng1 vvg j n2 p-acp px31, cc p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pno32 xx, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av jc cc av-dc j n1, cst dt ng1 j n2 vbr xx j av-j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 632
3182 but treacherous; not only transitory, but false, and fallacious things. Such arrant Snares to their Possessors, but treacherous; not only transitory, but false, and fallacious things. Such arrant Snares to their Possessors', cc-acp j; xx av-j j, p-acp j, cc j n2. d j n2 p-acp po32 ng2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 632
3183 as are not more courted by men of Folly and Unadvisedness, than they are fear'd and suspected by men of mature Deliberation. For the more like a Meteor a Man is rais'd out of the Earth, the apter he is to return in Tears. The higher any one is exalted, his Head becomes so much the giddier, and the sooner his Feet will fail him, as Are not more courted by men of Folly and Unadvisedness, than they Are feared and suspected by men of mature Deliberation. For the more like a Meteor a Man is raised out of the Earth, the apter he is to return in Tears. The higher any one is exalted, his Head becomes so much the giddier, and the sooner his Feet will fail him, c-acp vbr xx av-dc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n1. p-acp dt av-dc av-j dt n1 dt n1 vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1, dt jc pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. dt jc d pi vbz vvn, po31 n1 vvz av av-d dt jc, cc dt av-c po31 n2 vmb vvi pno31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 632
3184 and the lower his Fall will be. and the lower his Fallen will be. cc dt jc po31 vvb vmb vbi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 632
3185 'Twas Apuleius his Conceipt, that an over-large Fortune is like an over-long Coat, ever tripping up the Heels of him that wears It. Briefly, The greater any Man is, the more he is expos'd as the Butt of Envy; he is by so much the fairer Mark, to be singled out and shot at, with Darts of Mischievousness, and Malice, as well as Envy. 'Twas Apuleius his Conceit, that an overlarge Fortune is like an overlong Coat, ever tripping up the Heels of him that wears It. Briefly, The greater any Man is, the more he is exposed as the Butt of Envy; he is by so much the Fairer Mark, to be singled out and shot At, with Darts of Mischievousness, and Malice, as well as Envy. pn31|vbds np1 po31 n1, cst dt j n1 vbz av-j dt j n1, av vvg a-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvz np1 av-j, dt jc d n1 vbz, dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pns31 vbz p-acp av av-d dt jc vvb, pc-acp vbi vvn av cc vvn p-acp, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 633
3186 A Truth so experimented and known throughout the Annals of all the World, that the Great Emperours of the East were almost All murder'd; nor were there many of the West, who were not cut off by Fraud, or Fury. A Flayl, against which it is so almost impossible to get a Fence, that thô Henry the Great of France had as fair warning from the young Merchant, as ever any Prince had to secure himself, A Truth so experimented and known throughout the Annals of all the World, that the Great emperors of the East were almost All murdered; nor were there many of the West, who were not Cut off by Fraud, or Fury. A Flail, against which it is so almost impossible to get a Fence, that though Henry the Great of France had as fair warning from the young Merchant, as ever any Prince had to secure himself, dt n1 av j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1, cst dt j ng1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av d vvn; ccx vbdr a-acp d pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbdr xx vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc n1. dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz av av j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst cs np1 dt j pp-f np1 vhd a-acp j n-vvg p-acp dt j n1, c-acp av d n1 vhd pc-acp vvi px31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 633
3187 yet it was not long after, when Ravilliac did convince him by plain Experience, that the basest Creature living who can despise his own life, can make himself Master of other mens. In This and other Considerations, yet it was not long After, when Ravaillac did convince him by plain Experience, that the Basest Creature living who can despise his own life, can make himself Master of other men's. In This and other Considerations, av pn31 vbds xx av-j a-acp, c-crq np1 vdd vvi pno31 p-acp j n1, cst dt js n1 vvg r-crq vmb vvi po31 d n1, vmb vvi px31 n1 pp-f j-jn ng2. p-acp d cc j-jn n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 633
3188 How many born to Great Things have not been able to indure them? How many have rejected the offers of them? How many have been courted, and even compell'd to an Acceptance? How many have cast away their Crowns, for sitting too heavy upon their Heads, How many born to Great Things have not been able to endure them? How many have rejected the offers of them? How many have been courted, and even compelled to an Acceptance? How many have cast away their Crowns, for sitting too heavy upon their Heads, c-crq d vvn p-acp j n2 vhb xx vbn j p-acp vvb pno32? c-crq d vhb vvn dt vvz pp-f pno32? c-crq d vhb vbn vvn, cc j vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq d vhb vvn av po32 n2, p-acp vvg av j p-acp po32 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 633
3189 and for the overplus of Cares they were lined with? 'Twere easy to prove by an Induction, (were This a Time, and for the overplus of Cares they were lined with? 'Twere easy to prove by an Induction, (were This a Time, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp? pn31|vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (vbdr d dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3190 or Place for it,) that Worldly Greatness has something in it extreamly dreadful to a wise and considering man. or Place for it,) that Worldly Greatness has something in it extremely dreadful to a wise and considering man. cc n1 p-acp pn31,) cst j n1 vhz pi p-acp pn31 av-jn j p-acp dt j cc vvg n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3191 That there are great Diseases in it, and the greatest of all in the greatest Governments, (even there where the Governours are the most Absolute and Successful,) is clearly seen by the Complaints of the greatest men living when most at ease. It is not only Arrian 's, That there Are great Diseases in it, and the greatest of all in the greatest Governments, (even there where the Governors Are the most Absolute and Successful,) is clearly seen by the Complaints of the greatest men living when most At ease. It is not only Arrian is, d a-acp vbr j n2 p-acp pn31, cc dt js pp-f d p-acp dt js n2, (av a-acp c-crq dt n2 vbr dt av-ds j cc j,) vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt js n2 vvg c-crq ds p-acp n1. pn31 vbz xx av-j n1 vbz, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3192 but also Seneca 's Observation, and best expressed in his own words. but also Senecca is Observation, and best expressed in his own words. cc-acp av np1 vbz n1, cc av-js vvn p-acp po31 d n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3193 Potentissimis & in altum sublatis hominibus excidere voces videbis, quibus otium optant, laudant, omnibus bonis suis praeferunt. Potentissimis & in altum Sublatis hominibus excidere voces You will see, quibus otium optant, laudant, omnibus bonis suis praeferunt. fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la n1 j-jn, j, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3194 Cupiunt interim ex illo fastigio suo, si tutò liceat, descendere. Nam ut nihil lacessat autquatiat, in se ipsa fortuna ruet. Cupiunt interim ex illo fastigio Sue, si tutò liceat, descendere. Nam ut nihil lacessat autquatiat, in se ipsa fortuna ruet. fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-ge fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3195 It was a thing Augustus Caesar did often wish, but could never reach, that he might one day be so happy, It was a thing Augustus Caesar did often wish, but could never reach, that he might one day be so happy, pn31 vbds dt n1 np1 np1 vdd av vvb, p-acp vmd av vvb, cst pns31 vmd pi n1 vbb av j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3196 as to be freed from his Cares and his Crown of Thorns; as to be freed from his Cares and his Crown of Thorns; c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n1 pp-f n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3197 that he might put off his Greatness, and live at last unto himself, which in the Top of all his Glories he had never yet done. that he might put off his Greatness, and live At last unto himself, which in the Top of all his Glories he had never yet done. cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp ord p-acp px31, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 pns31 vhd av-x av vdn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3198 Certainly His, if ever any, was a prosperous Reign; and yet his very Conquests were bitter to him. Certainly His, if ever any, was a prosperous Reign; and yet his very Conquests were bitter to him. av-j png31, cs av d, vbds dt j vvi; cc av po31 j n2 vbdr j p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 634
3199 For when from all parts abroad he had perfect Peace, he had none at home. In his own City, in his own Court, and if not in his own Bosom, yet at least in his own Bedchamber, there were Plots, For when from all parts abroad he had perfect Peace, he had none At home. In his own city, in his own Court, and if not in his own Bosom, yet At least in his own Bedchamber, there were Plots, p-acp c-crq p-acp d n2 av pns31 vhd j n1, pns31 vhd pix p-acp av-an. p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp po31 d vvi, cc cs xx p-acp po31 d n1, av p-acp ds p-acp po31 d n1, a-acp vbdr n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3200 and Conspiracies, and Designs upon his Life, carried on by some of the basest, and the most profligate of his Subjects. and Conspiracies, and Designs upon his Life, carried on by Some of the Basest, and the most profligate of his Subject's. cc n2, cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, vvd a-acp p-acp d pp-f dt js, cc dt av-ds n1 pp-f po31 n2-jn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3201 Not the Swords only of Caepio, Murena, of Lepidus, and Egnatius, and Plautius Rufus were whet against him; Not the Swords only of Caepio, Murena, of Lepidus, and Egnatius, and Plautius Rufus were whet against him; xx dt n2 av-j pp-f np1, np1, pp-f np1, cc np1, cc np1 np1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3202 But even Telephus, and Audasius, and a vile Skullion out of his Kitchin, with Knives and Daggers conspir'd his Ruin. But even Telephus, and Audasius, and a vile Scullion out of his Kitchen, with Knives and Daggers conspired his Ruin. cc-acp av np1, cc np1, cc dt j n1 av pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 vvd po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3203 And he would many times have left his Imperial Dignity, had not his Enemies been such, And he would many times have left his Imperial Dignity, had not his Enemies been such, cc pns31 vmd d n2 vhb vvn po31 j-jn n1, vhd xx po31 n2 vbn d, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3204 and of such a frame, as that he could not descend, but by falling headlong. Yet he descended in his Desires, (says Lucius Seneca, ) and was a private Person in wish, employing still his chief Labours and Thoughts about it; and of such a frame, as that he could not descend, but by falling headlong. Yet he descended in his Desires, (Says Lucius Senecca,) and was a private Person in wish, employing still his chief Labours and Thoughts about it; cc pp-f d dt n1, c-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, p-acp p-acp vvg av-j. av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 vvz, (vvz np1 np1,) cc vbds dt j n1 p-acp n1, vvg av po31 j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3205 thô still his Circumstances were such, as to confine him to the Majesty, and by consequence to the Thraldom, in which he dyed. though still his circumstances were such, as to confine him to the Majesty, and by consequence to the Thraldom, in which he died. cs av po31 n2 vbdr d, c-acp p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 635
3206 But This is certain, That as if Greatness had oppress'd him, and cast him down, He would never once admit of the least Increase. So far was he from suffering Temples, that he would not have Statues erected to him. But This is certain, That as if Greatness had oppressed him, and cast him down, He would never once admit of the least Increase. So Far was he from suffering Temples, that he would not have Statues erected to him. p-acp d vbz j, cst c-acp cs n1 vhd vvn pno31, cc vvd pno31 a-acp, pns31 vmd av-x c-acp vvb pp-f dt ds n1. av av-j vbds pns31 p-acp vvg n2, cst pns31 vmd xx vhi n2 vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3207 To call him Master, was as the breaking of his Head. And how did he deprecate A Dictatorship, the highest Honour upon Earth, (when his People by force would have cast it on him,) as one would deprecate a shameful and painful Death, with a naked Breast, and a bended Knee? If ever any crown'd Head exceeded Augustus in Prosperity, Polycrates of Samos was sure the man. To call him Master, was as the breaking of his Head. And how did he deprecate A Dictatorship, the highest Honour upon Earth, (when his People by force would have cast it on him,) as one would deprecate a shameful and painful Death, with a naked Breast, and a bent Knee? If ever any crowned Head exceeded Augustus in Prosperity, Polycrates of Samos was sure the man. p-acp vvi pno31 n1, vbds p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc q-crq vdd pns31 vvi dt n1, dt js n1 p-acp n1, (c-crq po31 n1 p-acp n1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp pno31,) p-acp crd vmd vvi dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1? cs av d vvn n1 vvd np1 p-acp n1, np1 pp-f np1 vbds av-j dt n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3208 Who yet was so far from being the happier for his felicities, that his felicities did afflict him, more than any thing else could. Who yet was so Far from being the Happier for his felicities, that his felicities did afflict him, more than any thing Else could. r-crq av vbds av av-j p-acp vbg dt jc p-acp po31 n2, cst po31 n2 vdd vvi pno31, av-dc cs d n1 av vmd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3209 It did not trouble him a little, That he had nothing to vex him; It did not trouble him a little, That he had nothing to vex him; pn31 vdd xx vvi pno31 dt j, cst pns31 vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3210 and that the Goods he would part with, he could not lose. Nor was it strange, and that the Goods he would part with, he could not loose. Nor was it strange, cc cst dt n2-j pns31 vmd vvi p-acp, pns31 vmd xx vvi. ccx vbds pn31 j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3211 or without reason, that his Felicities were so irksom and grievous to him; For his Friend Amasis King of Aegypt had told him the danger of his Successes, or without reason, that his Felicities were so irksome and grievous to him; For his Friend Amasis King of Egypt had told him the danger of his Successes, cc p-acp n1, cst po31 n2 vbdr av j cc j p-acp pno31; c-acp po31 n1 npg1 n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3212 and that he took them for the Prognosticks of he-knew-not-what - Miseries in time to come. and that he took them for the Prognostics of he-knew-not-what - Misery's in time to come. cc cst pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j - ng1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 636
3213 He told Polycrates in Effect, the same that Solon told Croesus, (and what is now a By-word in our Ethick Systemes,) Ante obitum nemo, supremáque funera felix, None can be certain of his Happiness, before his Death. He told Polycrates in Effect, the same that Solon told Croesus, (and what is now a Byword in our Ethic Systemes,) Ante obitum nemo, supremáque funera felix, None can be certain of his Happiness, before his Death. pns31 vvd np1 p-acp vvi, dt d cst np1 vvd np1, (cc r-crq vbz av dt n1 p-acp po12 np1 np1,) n1 fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pix vmb vbi j pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 637
3214 He said, he never knew any so over-fortunate in his life, who did not come to some dismal End. And as he chose for himself an wholsom Mixture of Adversity with good Success, so he durst not continue Friendship with one condemn'd to have his Portion of Good things Here; with one who was doom'd to a praeproperous, untimely Bliss. He said, he never knew any so over-fortunate in his life, who did not come to Some dismal End. And as he chosen for himself an wholesome Mixture of Adversity with good Success, so he durst not continue Friendship with one condemned to have his Portion of Good things Here; with one who was doomed to a praeproperous, untimely Bliss. pns31 vvd, pns31 av-x vvd d av j p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vdd xx vvi p-acp d j n1 cc c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp px31 dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1, av pns31 vvd xx vvi n1 p-acp pi vvd pc-acp vhi po31 n1 pp-f j n2 av; p-acp pi r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt j, j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 637
3215 He having a dread, and an abhorrence of too much Happiness upon Earth, as that which he thought provok'd the Anger, and the Iealousy of Heaven, He having a dread, and an abhorrence of too much Happiness upon Earth, as that which he Thought provoked the Anger, and the Jealousy of Heaven, pns31 vhg dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f av d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd vvn dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 637
3216 if not the Envy. Now 'tis observable in Herodotus (who gives us the History of it at large,) That what was prophesy'd by Amasis, was by Oraetes made good. if not the Envy. Now it's observable in Herodotus (who gives us the History of it At large,) That what was prophesied by Amasis, was by Oraetes made good. cs xx dt vvb. av pn31|vbz j p-acp np1 (r-crq vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j,) cst r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1, vbds p-acp npg1 vvd j. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 637
3217 For all the Felicities of Polycrates did justly end in his Crucifixion. So true is That of the Philosopher (however most persons may think it strange,) Res inquieta felicitas est, ipsa se exagitat, movet Cerebrum non uno genere, alios in Cultum irritat, alios in potentiam, alios inflat, alios mollit. For all the Felicities of Polycrates did justly end in his Crucifixion. So true is That of the Philosopher (however most Persons may think it strange,) Rest inquieta Felicity est, ipsa se exagitat, Movet Cerebrum non Uno genere, Alioth in Cultum irritat, Alioth in potentiam, Alioth inflat, Alioth mollit. p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd av-j vvi p-acp po31 np1. av j vbz d pp-f dt n1 (c-acp ds n2 vmb vvi pn31 j,) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n2 p-acp fw-la fw-la, n2 p-acp fw-la, n2 j, n2 vvb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 637
3218 If English can express it, perhaps it may be thus rendred. Worldly Greatness is a restless, unquiet thing; If English can express it, perhaps it may be thus rendered. Worldly Greatness is a restless, unquiet thing; cs np1 vmb vvi pn31, av pn31 vmb vbi av vvn. j n1 vbz dt j, j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 637
3219 a Plague and Affliction unto it self, and to all that own it; a Plague and Affliction unto it self, and to all that own it; dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 n1, cc p-acp d d d pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 638
3220 It exagitates the Heads and Hearts of men several ways; some it intoxicates with Cruelty, and some with Pride; some it stirs up to Luxury, and some to Lust; some it swells up, and some it softens. As the Sun at the same time does harden Clay, It exagitates the Heads and Hearts of men several ways; Some it intoxicate with Cruelty, and Some with Pride; Some it stirs up to Luxury, and Some to Lust; Some it Swells up, and Some it softens. As the Sun At the same time does harden Clay, pn31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 j n2; d pn31 j p-acp n1, cc d p-acp n1; d pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp n1, cc d p-acp n1; d pn31 vvz a-acp, cc d pn31 vvz. p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 vdz vvi n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 638
3221 and melt Wax, some it makes so obdurate as to turn them into a Rock, and some it dissolves into arrant loosness. and melt Wax, Some it makes so obdurate as to turn them into a Rock, and Some it dissolves into arrant looseness. cc vvi n1, d pn31 vvz av j p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc d pn31 vvz p-acp j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 399 Page 638
3222 § 7. Which by the way suggests to us a Third Reason for the Dissuasive from any man's seeking Great Things for himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not. They being treacherous, § 7. Which by the Way suggests to us a Third Reason for the Dissuasive from any Man's seeking Great Things for himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not. They being treacherous, § crd r-crq p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt ord n1 p-acp dt j p-acp d ng1 vvg j n2 p-acp px31, cc p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pno32 xx. pns32 vbg j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 638
3223 and deceiptful, not only to the outward, but inward man; not only in a Secular, but moral Sense; and deceitful, not only to the outward, but inward man; not only in a Secular, but moral Sense; cc j, xx av-j p-acp dt j, p-acp j n1; xx av-j p-acp dt j, p-acp j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 638
3224 not only to the Bodies, but Souls of men. not only to the Bodies, but Souls of men. xx av-j p-acp dt n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 638
3225 They are corruptive even of Principles; as making their owners to imagin, that Honour Intitles them to Ambition; that Pride belongs to men of Power; They Are corruptive even of Principles; as making their owners to imagine, that Honour Entitles them to Ambition; that Pride belongs to men of Power; pns32 vbr j-jn av pp-f n2; p-acp vvg po32 n2 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1; cst n1 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 638
3226 that Greatness gives them a Right to Arrogance. that Greatness gives them a Right to Arrogance. cst n1 vvz pno32 dt j-jn p-acp n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 638
3227 From which Corruption of Judgment it comes to pass, that many others, as well as Baldwin, (That most famously ▪ devout Cistercian Monk, ) have been observ'd by Historians to lose their Sanctity with their Obscureness, and after the measure of growing Greater, to grow in all kinds the worse. In so much that Pope Urban directed his Letters very fitly to Baldwin Thus: From which Corruption of Judgement it comes to pass, that many Others, as well as Baldwin, (That most famously ▪ devout Cistercian Monk,) have been observed by Historians to loose their Sanctity with their Obscureness, and After the measure of growing Greater, to grow in all Kinds the Worse. In so much that Pope Urban directed his Letters very fitly to Baldwin Thus: p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst d n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp np1, (cst av-ds av-j ▪ j np1 n1,) vhb vbn vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg jc, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 dt jc. p-acp av av-d cst n1 np1 vvd po31 n2 av av-j p-acp np1 av: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 639
3228 Monacho ferventissimo, Abbati calido, Episcopo tepido, Archiepiscopo remisso, Salutem plurimam impertimus. Monacho ferventissimo, Abbati calido, Bishop tepido, Archbishop remisso, Salutem plurimam impertimus. fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la, np1 fw-la, np1 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 639
3229 It is so common for men to change from good to bad, or from bad to worse, with the change of their Conditions from bad to good, or from good to better, and when they are lifted up in Honour, to be elevated in Mind too, that Titus Vespasian is the one Emperour (at least within my present memory) who was moulded by his Empire from bad to better; from having been both a proud and a cruel Subject, to his being both a mild and an humble Soveraign. Of most other Emperours it may be said, (as 'twas by Tacitus but of one, ) Imperio digni, nisi imperâssent. It is so Common for men to change from good to bad, or from bad to Worse, with the change of their Conditions from bad to good, or from good to better, and when they Are lifted up in Honour, to be elevated in Mind too, that Titus Vespasian is the one Emperor (At least within my present memory) who was moulded by his Empire from bad to better; from having been both a proud and a cruel Subject, to his being both a mild and an humble Sovereign. Of most other emperors it may be said, (as 'twas by Tacitus but of one,) Imperial Worthy, nisi imperâssent. pn31 vbz av j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j p-acp j, cc p-acp j p-acp av-jc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp j p-acp j, cc p-acp j p-acp jc, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 av, cst np1 np1 vbz dt crd n1 (p-acp ds p-acp po11 j n1) r-crq vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j pc-acp vvi; p-acp vhg vbn d dt j cc dt j j-jn, p-acp po31 n1 d dt j cc dt j n-jn. pp-f av-ds j-jn n2 pn31 vmb vbi vvn, (c-acp pn31|vbds p-acp np1 p-acp pp-f crd,) np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 639
3230 They might have been worthy of their Empires, if they never had been Emperours. They might have been worthy of their Empires, if they never had been emperors. pns32 vmd vhi vbn j pp-f po32 n2, cs pns32 av-x vhd vbn n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 639
3231 Temporal Happiness having This of malignant in it, (in the Judgment of Agur the Son of Iakeh, that it makes men forgetful of Him that made them, (Deut. 32. 15, 18.) It breeds ingratitude, disaffection, and at last a disbelief of their Soveraign Good, ( Prov. 30. 8, 9.) 'Twas the Opinion of St. Chrysostom, (upon St. Paul to the Ephesians, ) that as nothing can so highly provoke the Wrath of the Almighty, Temporal Happiness having This of malignant in it, (in the Judgement of Agur the Son of Iakeh, that it makes men forgetful of Him that made them, (Deuteronomy 32. 15, 18.) It breeds ingratitude, disaffection, and At last a disbelief of their Sovereign Good, (Curae 30. 8, 9.) 'Twas the Opinion of Saint Chrysostom, (upon Saint Paul to the Ephesians,) that as nothing can so highly provoke the Wrath of the Almighty, j n1 vhg d pp-f j p-acp pn31, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vvz n2 j pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno32, (np1 crd crd, crd) pn31 vvz n1, n1, cc p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn j, (np1 crd crd, crd) pn31|vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, (p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt np1,) cst p-acp pix vmb av av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 640
3232 as the Sin of breeding Factions in Church and State, So there is nothing that can so easily beget such Factions in either of them, as the since of breeding Factions in Church and State, So there is nothing that can so Easily beget such Factions in either of them, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, av pc-acp vbz pix cst vmb av av-j vvi d n2 p-acp d pp-f pno32, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 640
3233 as the Seeking of Preferments and Greatness in it. as the Seeking of Preferments and Greatness in it. c-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 640
3234 For where the most of men are seeking Great Things for Themselves, there are Few to take care of the Common Good, either in relation to Church, or State. And the way to Advancement, through such an excess of Self-seeking, becomes too Narrow, which 'tis the Interest of the Publick to make as Broad as it is possible; For where the most of men Are seeking Great Things for Themselves, there Are Few to take care of the Common Good, either in Relation to Church, or State. And the Way to Advancement, through such an excess of Self-seeking, becomes too Narrow, which it's the Interest of the Public to make as Broad as it is possible; p-acp c-crq dt ds pp-f n2 vbr vvg j n2 p-acp px32, a-acp vbr d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt j j, d p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc n1. cc dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j, vvz av j, r-crq pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 640
3235 that so the Candidates going towards it may not tread on one another, for want of Room to go by; or at least for want of Room to go by quietly, and without jostling. Lord, what Armies have been defeated, if not destroy'd too, by the chief Officers great Envy and malignant Aemulations of one another? We need not go far abroad for Examples of it, that so the Candidates going towards it may not tread on one Another, for want of Room to go by; or At least for want of Room to go by quietly, and without jostling. Lord, what Armies have been defeated, if not destroyed too, by the chief Officers great Envy and malignant Emulations of one Another? We need not go Far abroad for Examples of it, cst av dt n2 vvg p-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp crd j-jn, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb p-acp; cc p-acp ds p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av-jn, cc p-acp vvg. n1, r-crq n2 vhb vbn vvn, cs xx vvn av, p-acp dt j-jn n2 j vvb cc j n2 pp-f crd j-jn? pns12 vvb xx vvb av-j av p-acp n2 pp-f pn31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 641
3236 if we are not utter Strangers to things which have happen'd here at Home. And Christians (one would think) should All take warning by Christ's Disciples, who were impertinently disputing which of Them should be the greatest, when nothing but Pains, and Persecutions and Death it self did await them All. There was a Time when great Numbers did take fair warning by That Example. if we Are not utter Strangers to things which have happened Here At Home. And Christians (one would think) should All take warning by Christ's Disciples, who were impertinently disputing which of Them should be the greatest, when nothing but Pains, and Persecutions and Death it self did await them All. There was a Time when great Numbers did take fair warning by That Exampl. cs pns12 vbr xx j n2 p-acp n2 r-crq vhb vvn av p-acp n1-an. cc np1 (crd vmd vvi) vmd d vvi n1 p-acp npg1 n2, r-crq vbdr av-j vvg r-crq pp-f pno32 vmd vbi dt js, c-crq pix cc-acp n2, cc n2 cc n1 pn31 n1 vdd vvi pno32 d a-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq j ng2 vdd vvi j n1 p-acp d n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 641
3237 But not to spend time in the Enumeration of Particulars, (for the enumerating of which my time would fail me,) it shall suffice me to say in general, and by the Authority of St. Austin, that most of the better sort of men who had the Happiness to live in those better Times, did suffer violence and force in their vast Promotions. But not to spend time in the Enumeration of Particulars, (for the enumerating of which my time would fail me,) it shall suffice me to say in general, and by the authority of Saint Austin, that most of the better sort of men who had the Happiness to live in those better Times, did suffer violence and force in their vast Promotions. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f n2-j, (c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq po11 n1 vmd vvi pno11,) pn31 vmb vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, cst ds pp-f dt jc n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d jc n2, vdd vvi n1 cc vvb p-acp po32 j n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 641
3238 For being exceedingly afraid of the great Dignities they were offer'd, and much more ready to quit their Country, For being exceedingly afraid of the great Dignities they were offered, and much more ready to quit their Country, p-acp vbg av-vvg j pp-f dt j n2 pns32 vbdr vvn, cc av-d av-dc j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 641
3239 than to run the great risque of Advancement in it, they were fain to be press'd and kept in Prison, 'till they could bring their Wills down to admit of Greatness. than to run the great risk of Advancement in it, they were fain to be pressed and kept in Prison, till they could bring their Wills down to admit of Greatness. cs pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp pns32 vmd vvb po32 n2 a-acp p-acp vvb pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 641
3240 Thus the most Modern of our Great Doctors, of the most Primitive Simplicity, a man as wise, as he was learned, and as good as good Nature by Grace could make him, was truly afraid to live so long, Thus the most Modern of our Great Doctors, of the most Primitive Simplicity, a man as wise, as he was learned, and as good as good Nature by Grace could make him, was truly afraid to live so long, av dt av-ds j pp-f po12 j n2, pp-f dt av-ds j n1, dt n1 c-acp j, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, cc c-acp j c-acp j n1 p-acp vvb vmd vvi pno31, vbds av-j j pc-acp vvi av av-j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 642
3241 as to see the happy Day he had daily pray'd for; partly for his own sake, as to see the happy Day he had daily prayed for; partly for his own sake, c-acp p-acp vvb dt j n1 pns31 vhd j vvd p-acp; av p-acp po31 d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 642
3242 lest the bettering of the Times should possibly make him grow worse than he was before; lest the bettering of the Times should possibly make him grow Worse than he was before; cs dt vvg pp-f dt n2 vmd av-j vvi pno31 vvi jc cs pns31 vbds a-acp; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 642
3243 and lest Advancement should corrupt him, whom the contrary Condition had kept Intire; partly for the sake of the Publick also, and lest Advancement should corrupt him, whom the contrary Condition had kept Entire; partly for the sake of the Public also, cc cs n1 vmd vvi pno31, ro-crq dt j-jn n1 vhd vvn j; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j av, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 642
3244 lest a Deluge of Prosperity, overflowing all the Borders of Church and State, might beget as great a Deluge of Epidemical Provocations; to wit of downright Irreligion, and Immoralities of Life. Thence came his Censure of the bold Hermites in the Time of the Emperour Theodosius the younger, who left their Privacies and Retirements, to study Perfection in the King's Palace, lest a Deluge of Prosperity, overflowing all the Borders of Church and State, might beget as great a Deluge of Epidemical Provocations; to wit of downright Irreligion, and Immoralities of Life. Thence Come his Censure of the bold Hermits in the Time of the Emperor Theodosius the younger, who left their Privacies and Retirements, to study Perfection in the King's Palace, cs dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd vvi p-acp j dt n1 pp-f j n2; p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, cc n2 pp-f n1. av vvd po31 vvb pp-f dt j ng1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 dt jc, r-crq vvd po32 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 642
3245 because (forsooth) there were stronger and more Temptations to be subdued. Because (forsooth) there were Stronger and more Temptations to be subdued. c-acp (uh) pc-acp vbdr jc cc dc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 642
3246 For what was This but to presume (as St. Peter once did) on their Ghostly strength? and so to tempt God himself to withdraw his Grace from them, (as he did for a time from St. Peter also,) to make them know their own Weakness without his Succours? The greatest Luminaries on Earth being fitly by him compar'd to those famous Lamps, of which 'tis said by Licetus, that they continued under Ground no less than Sixteen Hundred years, but went out, and were extinguish't, as soon as brought into the Air. And truly considering what Examples we have in History of men, who by the Tenure of their Privacy did hold their Innocence, but becoming Publick Persons were straight undone by their Advancements, For what was This but to presume (as Saint Peter once did) on their Ghostly strength? and so to tempt God himself to withdraw his Grace from them, (as he did for a time from Saint Peter also,) to make them know their own Weakness without his Succours? The greatest Luminaries on Earth being fitly by him compared to those famous Lamps, of which it's said by Licetus, that they continued under Ground no less than Sixteen Hundred Years, but went out, and were extinguished, as soon as brought into the Air. And truly considering what Examples we have in History of men, who by the Tenure of their Privacy did hold their Innocence, but becoming Public Persons were straight undone by their Advancements, p-acp r-crq vbds d p-acp p-acp vvb (c-acp n1 np1 a-acp vdd) p-acp po32 j n1? cc av pc-acp vvi np1 px31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 av,) pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi po32 d n1 p-acp po31 n2? dt js n2 p-acp n1 vbg av-j p-acp pno31 vvn p-acp d j n2, pp-f r-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp np1, cst pns32 vvd p-acp n1 av-dx dc cs crd crd n2, p-acp vvd av, cc vbdr vvn, c-acp av c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. cc av-j vvg r-crq n2 pns12 vhb p-acp n1 pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vdd vvi po32 n1, p-acp j-vvg j n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 643
3247 and had their former light of Conscience extinguish't in them; and had their former Light of Conscience extinguished in them; cc vhd po32 j j pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 643
3248 we have as little reason as Baruch, to be anxiously seeking Great Things for our selves, but as great reason as Dr. Hammond, to be religiously afraid of being taken out of our Privacies, and drawn too far into Publick Air, lest (like the Lamps before mentioned) our present Light should be darkned with too much Lustre. we have as little reason as baruch, to be anxiously seeking Great Things for our selves, but as great reason as Dr. Hammond, to be religiously afraid of being taken out of our Privacies, and drawn too Far into Public Air, lest (like the Lamps before mentioned) our present Light should be darkened with too much Lustre. pns12 vhb p-acp j n1 c-acp np1, pc-acp vbi av-j vvg j n2 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp a-acp j n1 p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vbi av-j j pp-f vbg vvn av pp-f po12 n2, cc vvn av av-j p-acp j n1, vvd (av-j dt n2 a-acp vvn) po12 j j vmd vbi vvn p-acp av d n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 400 Page 643
3249 § 8. There is yet a fourth Reason for the Dissuasive I am upon, from any man's seeking Great Things for himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not, which is to be taken from a less obvious, and more surprising Consideration; § 8. There is yet a fourth Reason for the Dissuasive I am upon, from any Man's seeking Great Things for himself, and for God's Prohibition, Seek them not, which is to be taken from a less obvious, and more surprising Consideration; § crd pc-acp vbz av dt ord n1 p-acp dt j pns11 vbm p-acp, p-acp d ng1 vvg j n2 p-acp px31, cc p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pno32 xx, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j, cc av-dc j-vvg n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 643
3250 to wit that the greater any man is, the greater is his obligation to the discharge of one duty, which, to wit that the greater any man is, the greater is his obligation to the discharge of one duty, which, p-acp n1 cst dt jc d n1 vbz, dt jc vbz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1, r-crq, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3251 thô it is not quite impossible, is yet extreamly difficult, and most uneasy to be perform'd. though it is not quite impossible, is yet extremely difficult, and most uneasy to be performed. cs pn31 vbz xx av j, vbz av av-jn j, cc ds j pc-acp vbi vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3252 For still the more a man abounds in the Worlds Great Things, (such as Riches, For still the more a man abounds in the World's Great Things, (such as Riches, p-acp av dt av-dc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt ng1 j n2, (d c-acp n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3253 and Honour, and Reputation,) the more he is bound upon all Accompts, to lay Himself and Them too at the Feet of Christ. Still the more Talents he has receiv'd, the more he has to reckon for, at the General Audit; and 'tis still the harder for him, to make up a satisfactory Accompt; and Honour, and Reputation,) the more he is bound upon all Accounts, to lay Himself and Them too At the Feet of christ. Still the more Talents he has received, the more he has to reckon for, At the General Audit; and it's still the harder for him, to make up a satisfactory Account; cc n1, cc n1,) dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi px31 cc pno32 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. av dt dc n2 pns31 vhz vvn, dt av-dc pns31 vhz p-acp vvb p-acp, p-acp dt n1 n1; cc pn31|vbz av dt jc p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j vvb; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3254 and still the Sense of This Burden both of Difficulty and Danger, should cast him down under That Greatness, which is the aptest to puff him up. And why should any man be seeking Those things for Himself, which do but aggrandize his Duty, and still the Sense of This Burden both of Difficulty and Danger, should cast him down under That Greatness, which is the aptest to puff him up. And why should any man be seeking Those things for Himself, which do but aggrandise his Duty, cc av dt n1 pp-f d n1 d pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd vvi pno31 p-acp p-acp cst n1, r-crq vbz dt js p-acp vvb pno31 a-acp. cc q-crq vmd d n1 vbb vvg d n2 c-acp px31, r-crq vdb p-acp n1 po31 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3255 and lessen his Faculty to discharge it? 'Tis (I suppose) from a Conjunction of These two things, that The Friendship of the World is said to be Enmity with God. and lessen his Faculty to discharge it? It's (I suppose) from a Conjunction of These two things, that The Friendship of the World is said to be Enmity with God. cc vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31? pn31|vbz (pns11 vvb) p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3256 That 'tis hard (if not impossible) for a Rich man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. That it's hard (if not impossible) for a Rich man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. cst pn31|vbz j (cs xx j) p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3257 That 'tis a thing extreamly difficult, for a man to have his portion of Good Things Twice; That it's a thing extremely difficult, for a man to have his portion of Good Things Twice; cst pn31|vbz dt n1 av-jn j, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 pp-f j n2 av; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 644
3258 Here, with Dives; and with Lazarus, hereafter. Nor can I imagin a better reason, why The Rich (rather than others ) should be forewarned by St. Iames, to weep and howl, for the miseries that shall come upon them, than that the same Talents of Greatness which are but lent and intrusted by God to men, to make them more and more affectionate and thankful to him, are wont to make them most forgetful and careless of him. Here, with Dives; and with Lazarus, hereafter. Nor can I imagine a better reason, why The Rich (rather than Others) should be forewarned by Saint James, to weep and howl, for the misery's that shall come upon them, than that the same Talents of Greatness which Are but lent and Entrusted by God to men, to make them more and more affectionate and thankful to him, Are wont to make them most forgetful and careless of him. av, p-acp vvz; cc p-acp np1, av. ccx vmb pns11 vvi dt jc n1, q-crq dt j (av-c cs ng2-jn) vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cs d dt d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vbr cc-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 cc av-dc j cc j p-acp pno31, vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-ds j cc j pp-f pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 645
3259 That which obliges them to Humility, is made to extimulate their Pride. That which obliges them to Humility, is made to extimulate their Pride. d r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 645
3260 Why then should we be seeking Greater Things for our selves than will do us Good? Great enough to make it necessary to do a very important Duty, which at the very same Time (speaking in a Moral sense) they make impossible to be done? There can be no sadder Case for any poor Creature to be in, Why then should we be seeking Greater Things for our selves than will do us Good? Great enough to make it necessary to do a very important Duty, which At the very same Time (speaking in a Moral sense) they make impossible to be done? There can be no sadder Case for any poor Creature to be in, uh-crq av vmd pns12 vbi vvg jc n2 p-acp po12 n2 cs vmb vdi pno12 j? j av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp vdb dt j j n1, r-crq p-acp dt j d n1 (vvg p-acp dt j n1) pns32 vvb j pc-acp vbi vdn? a-acp vmb vbi dx jc n1 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 645
3261 than when he is loaded with Obligations which serve but to aggravate his Guilt. than when he is loaded with Obligations which serve but to aggravate his Gilded. cs c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 645
3262 Yet This is commonly the upshot of as many Great Things as are got by Seeking. Yet This is commonly the upshot of as many Great Things as Are god by Seeking. av d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f p-acp d j n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp vvg. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 401 Page 645
3263 Lord, what Comfort should This administer to men of mean and low Stations, to men of slender and small Estates? How should they learn from These Reasons for this Reproof and Prohibition of God to Baruch, not to Envy any man's Greatness, Lord, what Comfort should This administer to men of mean and low Stations, to men of slender and small Estates? How should they Learn from These Reasons for this Reproof and Prohibition of God to baruch, not to Envy any Man's Greatness, n1, r-crq n1 vmd d vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n2, p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n2? c-crq vmd pns32 vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, xx p-acp vvb d ng1 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 646
3264 and not to covet it for Themselves? Not to wish it were their own, much less to seek it, much less yet to seize upon it? Is there any man here present at what has hitherto been deliver'd, and not to covet it for Themselves? Not to wish it were their own, much less to seek it, much less yet to seize upon it? Is there any man Here present At what has hitherto been Delivered, cc xx p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp px32? xx p-acp vvb pn31 vbdr po32 d, av-d av-dc p-acp vvb pn31, av-d av-dc av p-acp vvb p-acp pn31? vbz pc-acp d n1 av j p-acp r-crq vhz av vbn vvn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 646
3265 as Poor as Iob upon the Dunghil, or as miserable as Lazarus at Dives his Door, as Poor as Job upon the Dunghill, or as miserable as Lazarus At Dives his Door, c-acp j c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp j c-acp np1 p-acp vvz po31 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 646
3266 as ambitious of the Crumbs which happen to fall under his Table, (and perhaps as full of Sores too?) Let him lift up the Hands that hang down, and the feeble Knees. as ambitious of the Crumbs which happen to fallen under his Table, (and perhaps as full of Sores too?) Let him lift up the Hands that hang down, and the feeble Knees. c-acp j pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (cc av c-acp j pp-f n2 av?) vvb pno31 vvi a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp, cc dt j n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 646
3267 Let him cheer himself up with this most rational, most useful, and most obvious Consideration, That the less it pleaseth God to let him have his Proportion of Good Things here, the likelier he is to have his Good Things hereafter. The less a man is overflowing with Wealth and Honour, or with any thing else which the World calls Great, by so much the less he is expos'd as the Butt of Envy; by so much the less he has to lose; the less he has to leave behind him, the less he is in danger to stand amaz'd and confounded, Let him cheer himself up with this most rational, most useful, and most obvious Consideration, That the less it Pleases God to let him have his Proportion of Good Things Here, the likelier he is to have his Good Things hereafter. The less a man is overflowing with Wealth and Honour, or with any thing Else which the World calls Great, by so much the less he is exposed as the Butt of Envy; by so much the less he has to loose; the less he has to leave behind him, the less he is in danger to stand amazed and confounded, vvb pno31 vvi px31 a-acp p-acp d av-ds j, av-ds j, cc av-ds j n1, cst dt av-dc pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vhi po31 n1 pp-f j n2 av, dt jc pns31 vbz pc-acp vhi po31 j n2 av. dt av-dc dt n1 vbz vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d n1 av r-crq dt n1 vvz j, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp av av-d dt av-dc pns31 vhz p-acp vvb; dt av-dc pns31 vhz p-acp vvb a-acp pno31, dt av-dc pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j-vvn cc vvn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 646
3268 and to tremble for fear in the Day of Wrath. The fewer Talents he has received of Worldly Greatness, the fewer he has to answer for, in the Day when God shall judge the Secrets of men by Iesus Christ. and to tremble for Fear in the Day of Wrath. The fewer Talents he has received of Worldly Greatness, the fewer he has to answer for, in the Day when God shall judge the Secrets of men by Iesus christ. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt d n2 pns31 vhz vvn pp-f j n1, dt d pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3269 Besides that for the present, by so much the fewer are his Temptations to Pride and Arrogance, to Cruelty and Oppression, to Lust and Luxury. Beside that for the present, by so much the fewer Are his Temptations to Pride and Arrogance, to Cruelty and Oppression, to Lust and Luxury. p-acp cst p-acp dt j, p-acp av av-d dt d vbr po31 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3270 Or (to express it with St. Paul, ) by so much the fewer are his Temptations unto Rioting, and Drunkenness, to Chambering, Or (to express it with Saint Paul,) by so much the fewer Are his Temptations unto Rioting, and drunkenness, to Chambering, cc (pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 np1,) p-acp av av-d dt d vbr po31 n2 p-acp vvg, cc n1, p-acp vvg, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3271 and Wantonness, to Strife, and Envy. and Wantonness, to Strife, and Envy. cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3272 To sum up all in a word, the more a Christian is obnoxious to the Ridiculousness of Poverty, To sum up all in a word, the more a Christian is obnoxious to the Ridiculousness of Poverty, p-acp n1 a-acp d p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc dt njp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3273 and the Contempt of Great men, the more conformable he is to the Life of Christ, in whom the LInes of human Misery did All concenter. and the Contempt of Great men, the more conformable he is to the Life of christ, in whom the LInes of human Misery did All concenter. cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f j n1 vdd d jc-jn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3274 We see how many and great Comforts a man may raise out of his Misery, if he can make a truly Christian and Philosophical use of it. We see how many and great Comforts a man may raise out of his Misery, if he can make a truly Christian and Philosophical use of it. pns12 vvb c-crq d cc j n2 dt n1 vmb vvi av pp-f po31 n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi dt av-j np1 cc j vvb pp-f pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3275 And if These Considerations cannot induce a Poor man even to pity and compassionate any Great man's Condition, And if These Considerations cannot induce a Poor man even to pity and compassionate any Great Man's Condition, cc cs d n2 vmbx vvi dt j n1 av p-acp vvb cc j d j ng1 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3276 yet at least they should be sufficient to make him contented with his own. Which is all I aim at in my present Reasoning. yet At lest they should be sufficient to make him contented with his own. Which is all I aim At in my present Reasoning. av p-acp cs pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvn p-acp po31 d. r-crq vbz d pns11 vvb p-acp p-acp po11 j vvg. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 402 Page 647
3277 But before I am aware, (for want of due heed to my General Method, thô not for want of good will to the most Destitute and Dissatisfied of Those that hear me,) I anticipate one of The Uses I am to make of that Doctrin this Text affords, althô I have not quite done with the Reasons of it. But before I am aware, (for want of due heed to my General Method, though not for want of good will to the most Destitute and Dissatisfied of Those that hear me,) I anticipate one of The Uses I am to make of that Doctrine this Text affords, althô I have not quite done with the Reasons of it. p-acp a-acp pns11 vbm j, (p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp po11 n1 n1, c-acp xx p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc vvn pp-f d cst vvb pno11,) pns11 vvi crd pp-f dt n2 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 d n1 vvz, uh pns11 vhb xx av vdn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 403 Page 648
3278 And yet I cannot well proceed, without occurring to an objection; And yet I cannot well proceed, without occurring to an objection; cc av pns11 vmbx av vvi, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 403 Page 648
3279 first by owning its Force, (so far forth as it has reason,) and then by shewing its Insufficience. First by owning its Force, (so Far forth as it has reason,) and then by showing its Insufficience. ord p-acp vvg po31 n1, (av av-j av c-acp pn31 vhz n1,) cc av p-acp vvg po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 403 Page 648
3280 'Tis true I cannot but acknowledge, (nor am I willing to stretch a Doctrin, It's true I cannot but acknowledge, (nor am I willing to stretch a Doctrine, pn31|vbz j pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, (ccx vbm pns11 j pc-acp vvi dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 648
3281 how True soever, beyond the just Line of its due Extension, which yet we all are apt to do, through the hatred we use to have of any Error which we oppose, the NONLATINALPHABET, as St. Basil calls it; how True soever, beyond the just Line of its due Extension, which yet we all Are apt to do, through the hatred we use to have of any Error which we oppose, the, as Saint Basil calls it; c-crq j av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, r-crq av pns12 d vbr j pc-acp vdi, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvi, dt, c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 648
3282 I therefore say I must acknowledge,) and I do it without Regret, that what an old Author has said of Phidias, may be truly enough apply'd to every wise and good man in a Moral sense. I Therefore say I must acknowledge,) and I do it without Regret, that what an old Author has said of Phidias, may be truly enough applied to every wise and good man in a Moral sense. pns11 av vvb pns11 vmb vvi,) cc pns11 vdb pn31 p-acp n1, cst r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn pp-f np1, vmb vbi av-j av-d vvn p-acp d j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 648
3283 If Phidias wanted Ivory out of which to make a Statue, he could make one of Brass. If Marble were wanting, he could make one of Wood. If the best Wood were wanting, he could make one of the worst. And still how course soever his Materials happen'd to be, the Statue should be as good, If Phidias wanted Ivory out of which to make a Statue, he could make one of Brass. If Marble were wanting, he could make one of Wood. If the best Wood were wanting, he could make one of the worst. And still how course soever his Materials happened to be, the Statue should be as good, cs npg1 vvd n1 av pp-f r-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi crd pp-f n1. cs n1 vbdr vvg, pns31 vmd vvi crd pp-f n1. cs dt av-js n1 vbdr vvg, pns31 vmd vvi crd pp-f dt av-js. cc av c-crq n1 av po31 n2-jn vvd pc-acp vbi, dt n1 vmd vbi a-acp j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 649
3284 as the Stuff would bear. Just so a wise and good man will make the best use he can of any Condition he can be in. as the Stuff would bear. Just so a wise and good man will make the best use he can of any Condition he can be in. c-acp dt vvb vmd vvi. av av dt j cc j n1 vmb vvi dt js n1 pns31 vmb pp-f d n1 pns31 vmb vbi p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 649
3285 All his wants will be with Comfort; All his Advancements with Humility; All his Injoyments with Moderation. He will equally stand affected to Death, and Honour; neither of which is to be courted, thô they are Both to be indured (when laid upon him unsought) without impatience. But yet, All his Wants will be with Comfort; All his Advancements with Humility; All his Enjoyments with Moderation. He will equally stand affected to Death, and Honour; neither of which is to be courted, though they Are Both to be endured (when laid upon him unsought) without impatience. But yet, av-d po31 n2 vmb vbi p-acp vvb; d po31 n2 p-acp n1; d po31 n2 p-acp n1. pns31 vmb av-j vvi vvn p-acp n1, cc n1; dx pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr d pc-acp vbi vvn (c-crq vvn p-acp pno31 j) p-acp n1. p-acp av, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 649
3286 as Phidias could work the better, the fitter Materials were allow'd him, and some were fitter for his purpose than others were; as Phidias could work the better, the fitter Materials were allowed him, and Some were fitter for his purpose than Others were; c-acp npg1 vmd vvi dt jc, dt jc n2-jn vbdr vvn pno31, cc d vbdr jc p-acp po31 n1 cs n2-jn vbdr; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 649
3287 so a wise and good man is able to make a better use, of one Condition, so a wise and good man is able to make a better use, of one Condition, av dt j cc j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, pp-f crd n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 649
3288 than of another; and therefore ought to choose That, which he can manage with the most ease, to the best Advantage. Now what Condition That is, hath been sufficiently imply'd in the four Reasons going before, [ of God's severe Prohibition, Seek them not; ] and may yet more expresly be made out to us in That which follows. For than of Another; and Therefore ought to choose That, which he can manage with the most ease, to the best Advantage. Now what Condition That is, hath been sufficiently implied in the four Reasons going before, [ of God's severe Prohibition, Seek them not; ] and may yet more expressly be made out to us in That which follows. For cs pp-f j-jn; cc av vmd p-acp vvi cst, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-ds n1, p-acp dt av-js n1. av q-crq n1 cst vbz, vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt crd n2 vvg a-acp, [ pp-f npg1 j n1, vvb pno32 xx; ] cc vmb av dc av-j vbb vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp d r-crq vvz. p-acp (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 404 Page 649
3289 § 9. If all Secular Greatness is less conducible to a man's Happiness, or his Contentment here on Earth, and carries with it more Impediments in the Narrow way to Heaven, (which our Lord and his Apostles affirm expresly,) than That other State of life which is low, and little; It cannot but follow on the contrary, (for Contrariorum contraria est ratio, ) that the inferiour State of life is much the Best, and the most Retired the most desirable Condition. § 9. If all Secular Greatness is less conducible to a Man's Happiness, or his Contentment Here on Earth, and carries with it more Impediments in the Narrow Way to Heaven, (which our Lord and his Apostles affirm expressly,) than That other State of life which is low, and little; It cannot but follow on the contrary, (for Contrary contraria est ratio,) that the inferior State of life is much the Best, and the most Retired the most desirable Condition. § crd cs d j n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc po31 n1 av p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31 av-dc n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, (r-crq po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vvb av-j,) cs d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j, cc j; pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn, (c-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la,) cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz d dt av-js, cc dt av-ds vvn dt ds j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 650
3290 Indeed 'tis pity that Superfluities should enlarge a man's Appetite, yet so they do. Indeed it's pity that Superfluities should enlarge a Man's Appetite, yet so they do. np1 pn31|vbz n1 cst n2 vmd vvi dt ng1 n1, av av pns32 vdb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 650
3291 Pity 'tis that a man's Avarice should ever be widened by his Possessions, yet so it is. Pity it's that a Man's Avarice should ever be widened by his Possessions, yet so it is. n1 pn31|vbz d dt ng1 n1 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, av av pn31 vbz. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 650
3292 And therefore the Scythians did very fitly thus expostulate with the Great Emperour, who conquer'd all he ever fought with, except Himself; And Therefore the Scythians did very fitly thus expostulate with the Great Emperor, who conquered all he ever fought with, except Himself; cc av dt np1 vdd av av-j av vvi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvd d pns31 av vvd p-acp, c-acp px31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 650
3293 Quid tibi divitiis opus est, quae Te cogunt esurire? What hast Thou to do with Meat, which does but serve to increase thy hunger? or what need hast Thou of Riches, which make thee still the more needy? for they observ'd the more he had, the more he wanted what he had not. And the degrees of a man's Want do (by very sound Ethicks) define his Poverty. We know 'tis customary for Parents, to make and leave (if they can) a great Provision for their Children, (or for their Nephews, Quid tibi divitiis opus est, Quae Te cogunt esurire? What hast Thou to do with Meat, which does but serve to increase thy hunger? or what need hast Thou of Riches, which make thee still the more needy? for they observed the more he had, the more he wanted what he had not. And the Degrees of a Man's Want do (by very found Ethics) define his Poverty. We know it's customary for Parents, to make and leave (if they can) a great Provision for their Children, (or for their Nephews, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr? q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi p-acp n1, r-crq vdz p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po21 n1? cc r-crq vvb vh2 pns21 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb pno21 av dt av-dc j? p-acp pns32 vvd dt av-dc pns31 vhd, dt av-dc pns31 vvn r-crq pns31 vhd xx. cc dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 vvb vdb (p-acp av j n2) vvb po31 n1. pns12 vvb pn31|vbz j p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi cc n1 (cs pns32 vmb) dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, (cc p-acp po32 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3294 if they have none.) And still the greater Estate they leave them, the better they think they have done their Duty; if they have none.) And still the greater Estate they leave them, the better they think they have done their Duty; cs pns32 vhb pix.) cc av dt jc n1 pns32 vvb pno32, dt jc pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vdn po32 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3295 because they take it for a thing granted, that men are as Happy, as they are Rich. But when we reflect upon the Character and the Choice of those men, who either were sick of great Plenty, and therefore left it as a Disease; or were afraid of its Infection, and therefore refused the Offers of it, 'tis plain Experience, and Practice, and the Best mens Examples, as well as Reason, yes and abundance of Scripture too, will make us quite of another mind. Because they take it for a thing granted, that men Are as Happy, as they Are Rich. But when we reflect upon the Character and the Choice of those men, who either were sick of great Plenty, and Therefore left it as a Disease; or were afraid of its Infection, and Therefore refused the Offers of it, it's plain Experience, and Practice, and the Best men's Examples, as well as Reason, yes and abundance of Scripture too, will make us quite of Another mind. c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvd, cst n2 vbr p-acp j, c-acp pns32 vbr np1 cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc dt j pp-f d n2, r-crq d vbdr j pp-f j n1, cc av vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1; cc vbdr j pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvd dt vvz pp-f pn31, pn31|vbz j vvb, cc n1, cc dt js ng2 n2, c-acp av c-acp n1, uh cc n1 pp-f n1 av, vmb vvi pno12 av pp-f j-jn n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3296 For though Contentment cannot arise from any Proportion of Estate, be it great, or little, (because it grows to us from within, For though Contentment cannot arise from any Proportion of Estate, be it great, or little, (Because it grows to us from within, p-acp cs n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vbb pn31 j, cc j, (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp a-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3297 and not from any thing without us;) yet I conceive a mean Estate does most contribute to its Attainment; and with the men who have but Little, the Greatest Contentments are seen to dwell. and not from any thing without us;) yet I conceive a mean Estate does most contribute to its Attainment; and with the men who have but Little, the Greatest Contentment's Are seen to dwell. cc xx p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12;) av pns11 vvb dt j n1 vdz av-ds vvi p-acp po31 n1; cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhb p-acp j, dt js ng1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3298 The reason of which is very evident; The reason of which is very evident; dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3299 For 'tis easy to have a little, and to be below Envy; whilst 'tis absolutely impossible to be above it. For it's easy to have a little, and to be below Envy; while it's absolutely impossible to be above it. c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vhi dt j, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1; cs pns31|vbz av-j j pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 651
3300 And therefore That of Claudian has apparent Truth in it, Est ubi despectus nimius juvat: There is a Time when a man prospers by being slighted. And Therefore That of Claudian has apparent Truth in it, Est ubi Despectus Nimius Juvat: There is a Time when a man prospers by being slighted. cc av d pp-f jp vhz j n1 p-acp pn31, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp vbg vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3301 When a man's Poverty is his Protection: when too much contempt secures his liberty and his life. When a Man's Poverty is his Protection: when too much contempt secures his liberty and his life. c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz po31 n1: c-crq av d n1 vvz po31 n1 cc po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3302 'Tis ever best, because safest, because least troublesom, least perillous, least invidious, Not to be Great. Again, Ad manum est quod satis est; It's ever best, Because Safest, Because least troublesome, least perilous, least invidious, Not to be Great. Again, Ad manum est quod satis est; pn31|vbz av js, c-acp js, c-acp ds j, av-ds j, av-ds j, xx pc-acp vbi j. av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3303 As 'tis easy to have a little, so a little is sufficient for Food and Rayment: and St. Paul infers strongly, that Food and Rayment are enough: (the upshot of all we can want or pray for: ) and 'tis enough that breeds Happiness, because Contentment, meeting with a Mind that is fitted for it: As it's easy to have a little, so a little is sufficient for Food and Raiment: and Saint Paul infers strongly, that Food and Raiment Are enough: (the upshot of all we can want or pray for:) and it's enough that breeds Happiness, Because Contentment, meeting with a Mind that is fitted for it: c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vhi dt j, av dt j vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1: cc n1 np1 vvz av-j, cst n1 cc n1 vbr av-d: (dt n1 pp-f d pns12 vmb vvi cc vvb p-acp:) cc pn31|vbz d cst vvz n1, c-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3304 And a man's Mind is sooner fitted to find enough in a Little, than to meet with it in great Abundance. For, Sudatur ad Supervacua, (says the Roman Philosopher,) what is more than just enough, begins to have somewhat of Excess; and All excess is superfluous, which for that very reason will cost us sweat; if not the Sweat of the Brow, And a Man's Mind is sooner fitted to find enough in a Little, than to meet with it in great Abundance. For, Sudatur ad Supervacua, (Says the Roman Philosopher,) what is more than just enough, begins to have somewhat of Excess; and All excess is superfluous, which for that very reason will cost us sweat; if not the Sweat of the Brow, cc dt ng1 n1 vbz av-c vvn pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp dt j, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp j n1. p-acp, fw-la fw-la np1, (vvz dt njp n1,) q-crq vbz av-dc cs j av-d, vvz pc-acp vhi av pp-f n1; cc d n1 vbz j, r-crq p-acp cst j n1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi; cs xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3305 yet the Anxiety of the Brain; yet the Anxiety of the Brain; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3306 not only in the Solicitude how to get, or to improve, but in that easier Concernment, not only in the Solicitude how to get, or to improve, but in that Easier Concernment, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb, p-acp p-acp d jc n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 652
3307 How to manage, and to praeserve it. How to manage, and to preserve it. c-crq p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 653
3308 In each of which Cases, Sudatur ad Supervacua. The meaner man even in This is so much happier than the greater, by how much 'tis better not to have, than to lose Abundance: In each of which Cases, Sudatur ad Supervacua. The meaner man even in This is so much Happier than the greater, by how much it's better not to have, than to loose Abundance: p-acp d pp-f r-crq n2, fw-la fw-la np1. dt jc n1 av p-acp d vbz av av-d jc cs dt jc, p-acp c-crq d pn31|vbz j xx pc-acp vhi, cs p-acp vvb n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 653
3309 which, sooner or later, the Great man must, and the Mean man cannot. Still the Greater any one is, the more he is obnoxious to Chance, and Fortune, by which 'tis better not to be favour'd, than forsaken at last. And therefore the Baleares (of whom we read in Diodorus ) did so reflect upon the Misery which Geryon 's great Treasures betray'd him to, (for he had never else been visited and kill'd by Hercules, ) that they durst not have Plenty, for fear of Thieves; for fear of providing for their Enemies, as Geryon did. which, sooner or later, the Great man must, and the Mean man cannot. Still the Greater any one is, the more he is obnoxious to Chance, and Fortune, by which it's better not to be favoured, than forsaken At last. And Therefore the Baleares (of whom we read in Diodorus) did so reflect upon the Misery which Geryon is great Treasures betrayed him to, (for he had never Else been visited and killed by Hercules,) that they durst not have Plenty, for Fear of Thieves; for Fear of providing for their Enemies, as Geryon did. r-crq, av-c cc jc, dt j n1 vmb, cc dt j n1 vmbx. av dt jc d pi vbz, dt av-dc pns31 vbz j p-acp vvb, cc n1, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz j xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cs vvn p-acp ord. cc av dt np1 (pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1) vdd av vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vbz j n2 vvd pno31 p-acp, (c-acp pns31 vhd av-x av vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp np1,) cst pns32 vvd xx vhb n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2; p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po32 n2, p-acp np1 vdd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 653
3310 Which comparing with That of David, [ He heapeth up Riches, and cannot tell who shall gather them, ] and with the Counsel of Christ himself, Take no thought for the Morrow, and lay not up Treasure upon Earth, ( Matth. 6.) I do the less think it strange, Which comparing with That of David, [ He heapeth up Riches, and cannot tell who shall gather them, ] and with the Counsel of christ himself, Take no Thought for the Morrow, and lay not up Treasure upon Earth, (Matthew 6.) I do the less think it strange, r-crq vvg p-acp d pp-f np1, [ pns31 vvz a-acp n2, cc vmbx vvi r-crq vmb vvi pno32, ] cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd xx p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (np1 crd) pns11 vdb dt av-dc vvb pn31 j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 653
3311 thô strange enough, that Maximus Tyrius and other Antients admir'd the Wisdom of Diogenes, in that he made it his choice, to be as unfurnished as an Angel; as free from all Earthly Goods, as the Spirits of Heaven. though strange enough, that Maximus Tyrius and other Ancients admired the Wisdom of Diogenes, in that he made it his choice, to be as unfurnished as an Angel; as free from all Earthly Goods, as the Spirits of Heaven. cs j av-d, cst np1 np1 cc n-jn n2-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp cst pns31 vvd pn31 po31 n1, p-acp vbb p-acp j-vvn p-acp dt n1; p-acp j p-acp d j n2-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 654
3312 For they consider'd within Themselves, that to have Riches, and Honours, as well as Children, is to give Hostages to Fortune. And that 'tis here, as in an Army; the greater the Bulk, the more it is expos'd to Wounds and Slaughter. For they considered within Themselves, that to have Riches, and Honours, as well as Children, is to give Hostages to Fortune. And that it's Here, as in an Army; the greater the Bulk, the more it is exposed to Wounds and Slaughter. c-acp pns32 vvn p-acp px32, cst pc-acp vhi n2, cc ng1, c-acp av c-acp n2, vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1. cc cst pn31|vbz av, a-acp p-acp dt n1; dt jc dt n1, dt av-dc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 405 Page 654
3313 § 10. But thô the Saying of Epicurus is most evidently true, Honesta res est Paupertas laeta, that he who does not only bear, but injoy his Poverty, is not only an happy, but an honourable man, § 10. But though the Saying of Epicurus is most evidently true, Honesta Rest est Paupertas Laeta, that he who does not only bear, but enjoy his Poverty, is not only an happy, but an honourable man, § crd p-acp cs dt vvg pp-f np1 vbz av-ds av-j j, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst pns31 r-crq vdz xx av-j vvi, p-acp vvb po31 n1, vbz xx av-j dt j, p-acp dt j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3314 and in this respect a rich one, that what he has not, he does not want, whilst he regulates his Appetite, and in this respect a rich one, that what he has not, he does not want, while he regulates his Appetite, cc p-acp d n1 dt j crd, cst r-crq pns31 vhz xx, pns31 vdz xx vvi, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3315 and makes it adequate to his Condition; and makes it adequate to his Condition; cc vvz pn31 j p-acp po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3316 yet because 'tis not so easy, for a man and his Poverty to be agreed, in case his Poverty is so importunate, yet Because it's not so easy, for a man and his Poverty to be agreed, in case his Poverty is so importunate, av c-acp pn31|vbz xx av j, p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp n1 po31 n1 vbz av j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3317 as incessantly to pinch him with Cold and Hunger; as incessantly to pinch him with Cold and Hunger; c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn cc n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3318 I therefore put a wide difference between not seeking Great Things for our selves, and not providing what is enough. I Therefore put a wide difference between not seeking Great Things for our selves, and not providing what is enough. pns11 av vvd dt j n1 p-acp xx vvg j n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc xx vvg r-crq vbz av-d. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3319 'Tis not absolute Poverty I recommend from This Text, (such as Discalceats and Mendicants pretend to love,) but only Poverty in comparison; That which either borders on, It's not absolute Poverty I recommend from This Text, (such as Discalceats and Mendicants pretend to love,) but only Poverty in comparison; That which either borders on, pn31|vbz xx j n1 pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, (d c-acp vvz cc j-jn vvb pc-acp vvi,) p-acp j n1 p-acp n1; cst r-crq d n2 a-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 654
3320 or dwells within some few Doors of It. I speak of Poverty as oppos'd to those Great Things, from the Seeking of which we are here dehorted. For This does seem a more safe, and more secure way to Happiness, than Great Abundance; or dwells within Some few Doors of It. I speak of Poverty as opposed to those Great Things, from the Seeking of which we Are Here dehorted. For This does seem a more safe, and more secure Way to Happiness, than Great Abundance; cc vvz p-acp d d n2 pp-f np1 pns11 vvb pp-f n1 c-acp vvn p-acp d j n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr av vvd. p-acp d vdz vvi dt dc j, cc av-dc j n1 p-acp n1, cs j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 655
3321 because the less any one has above Food and Rayment, the less he roves beyond the limits of what is competent, and enough, (as I said before;) the less he has to care for, and to give accompt of at the general Audit; briefly the less he has to lose, and to leave behind him; Because the less any one has above Food and Raiment, the less he roves beyond the Limits of what is competent, and enough, (as I said before;) the less he has to care for, and to give account of At the general Audit; briefly the less he has to loose, and to leave behind him; c-acp dt dc d pi vhz p-acp n1 cc n1, dt dc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq vbz j, cc av-d, (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp;) dt dc pns31 vhz p-acp vvb p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 n1; av-j dt dc pns31 vhz p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb a-acp pno31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 655
3322 not infallibly to his Friends, but peradventure to his worst Enemies; Not certainly to his Sons, but perhaps to his Sequestrators; nor for certain to his Daughters, but possibly to the Artificers, who shall make a Prey of them. not infallibly to his Friends, but Peradventure to his worst Enemies; Not Certainly to his Sons, but perhaps to his Sequestrators; nor for certain to his Daughters, but possibly to the Artificers, who shall make a Prey of them. xx av-j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp av p-acp po31 av-js n2; xx av-j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp av p-acp po31 n2; ccx p-acp j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp av-j p-acp dt n2, r-crq vmb vvi dt vvb pp-f pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 655
3323 I say 'tis a state of Mediocrity, A Competency of Fortune, attended still with a decent Thriftiness, and Frugality, (as being That without which no Riches can be Great, I say it's a state of Mediocrity, A Competency of Fortune, attended still with a decent Thriftiness, and Frugality, (as being That without which no Riches can be Great, pns11 vvb pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd av p-acp dt j n1, cc n1, (c-acp vbg d p-acp r-crq dx n2 vmb vbi j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 655
3324 or if Great, not sufficient,) which I commend from this Text, as a Soveraign Medicine against the Itch. And that the worst kind of Itch to be imagin'd; or if Great, not sufficient,) which I commend from this Text, as a Sovereign Medicine against the Itch. And that the worst kind of Itch to be imagined; cc cs j, xx j,) r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, c-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt np1 cc d dt js n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbi vvn; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 655
3325 to wit the Itch of a man's Seeking Great Things for himself; or very much Greater than are allotted him by the wise Providence of his Creator. to wit the Itch of a Man's Seeking Great Things for himself; or very much Greater than Are allotted him by the wise Providence of his Creator. pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f dt ng1 vvg j n2 p-acp px31; cc av d jc cs vbr vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 655
3326 Auream quisquis Mediocritatem Diligit tutus, caret obsoleti Sordibus Tecti, caret invidendâ Sobrius Aulâ. Auream quisquis Mediocritatem Diligit tutus, caret obsoleti Sordibus Tecti, caret invidendâ Sobrius Aulâ. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 406 Page 656
3327 Of all the Secular Great Things from the Seeking of which we are here dehorted, the least desirable I am sure, Of all the Secular Great Things from the Seeking of which we Are Here dehorted, the least desirable I am sure, pp-f d dt j j n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr av vvd, dt ds j pns11 vbm j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 656
3328 if not the most tremendous, are the Great and Rich Offices of Publick Government and Trust; because They are the greatest Obstacles to That which does the most import us, to wit The Government of our selves. if not the most tremendous, Are the Great and Rich Offices of Public Government and Trust; Because They Are the greatest Obstacles to That which does the most import us, to wit The Government of our selves. cs xx dt av-ds j, vbr dt j cc j n2 pp-f j n1 cc vvb; c-acp pns32 vbr dt js n2 p-acp cst r-crq vdz dt av-ds n1 pno12, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 656
3329 A Work so incumbent upon our selves, (next and immediately under God,) as that it cannot be wholly managed by any other man's Prudence, A Work so incumbent upon our selves, (next and immediately under God,) as that it cannot be wholly managed by any other Man's Prudence, dt n1 av vvn p-acp po12 n2, (ord cc av-j p-acp np1,) c-acp cst pn31 vmbx vbi av-jn vvn p-acp d j-jn ng1 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 656
3330 how much soever it may be greater, and more to be trusted than our own. Besides that the Government of a man's Family, althô not Great, and the Government of his Estate, althô but Little, will take up more of his Time (on which his Eternity does depend) than he can very well part with from better Objects. how much soever it may be greater, and more to be trusted than our own. Beside that the Government of a Man's Family, althô not Great, and the Government of his Estate, althô but Little, will take up more of his Time (on which his Eternity does depend) than he can very well part with from better Objects. c-crq d av pn31 vmb vbi jc, cc av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn cs po12 d. p-acp cst dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, uh xx j, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, uh p-acp j, vmb vvi a-acp av-dc pp-f po31 n1 (p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vdz vvi) cs pns31 vmb av av n1 p-acp p-acp jc n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 656
3331 And for the governing of a man's Self, All his Time is too little; whether we look upon the hardness or profit of it. And for the governing of a Man's Self, All his Time is too little; whither we look upon the hardness or profit of it. cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1, d po31 n1 vbz av j; cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3332 To keep our Thoughts, and our Affections, our Appetites, and our Wills, within their due Bounds and Compass, and well employ'd on those Objects to which of right they do belong, is so difficult in the doing, and yet so pleasant when it is done, that I know not whether the Work, or the Reward it brings with It is more important. To keep our Thoughts, and our Affections, our Appetites, and our Wills, within their due Bounds and Compass, and well employed on those Objects to which of right they do belong, is so difficult in the doing, and yet so pleasant when it is done, that I know not whither the Work, or the Reward it brings with It is more important. p-acp vvi po12 n2, cc po12 n2, po12 n2, cc po12 n2, p-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n1, cc av vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pp-f av-jn pns32 vdb vvi, vbz av j p-acp dt vdg, cc av av j c-crq pn31 vbz vdn, cst pns11 vvb xx cs dt n1, cc dt vvb pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 vbz av-dc j. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3333 Hence an Overplus of Advancement is as distastful and as surfeiting to a moderate Mind, as is an Excess of Meat and Drink, either to a well-satisfi'd, or tender Stomach. Hence an Overplus of Advancement is as distasteful and as surfeiting to a moderate Mind, as is an Excess of Meat and Drink, either to a well-satisfied, or tender Stomach. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp j cc c-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, c-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvb, av-d p-acp dt j, cc j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3334 And therefore as a man of a sober Appetite will expect to be excus'd by abler Drinkers than himself, from taking in more than will do him good, And Therefore as a man of a Sobrium Appetite will expect to be excused by abler Drinkers than himself, from taking in more than will do him good, cc av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp jc n2 cs px31, p-acp vvg p-acp dc cs vmb vdi pno31 j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3335 or more than his Body can well abide; or more than his Body can well abide; cc av-dc cs po31 n1 vmb av vvi; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3336 so we must pray to be excus'd, (or be contented if we are not) by men of larger Appetites and stronger Ambitions than our own, so we must pray to be excused, (or be contented if we Are not) by men of larger Appetites and Stronger Ambitions than our own, av pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, (cc vbi vvn cs pns12 vbr xx) p-acp n2 pp-f jc n2 cc jc n2 cs po12 d, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3337 if we shall choose to be no greater, in Wealth, and Honour, than in Desires; to lessen our Burden (if already lying upon us) in proportion to the strength we have to bear it; if we shall choose to be no greater, in Wealth, and Honour, than in Desires; to lessen our Burden (if already lying upon us) in proportion to the strength we have to bear it; cs pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dx jc, p-acp n1, cc n1, cs p-acp vvz; pc-acp vvi po12 n1 (cs av vvg p-acp pno12) p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 657
3338 to have our Meat and our Drink, as well as our Hunger, and our Thirst, exactly fitted to our Digestions. to have our Meat and our Drink, as well as our Hunger, and our Thirst, exactly fitted to our Digestions. pc-acp vhi po12 n1 cc po12 vvb, c-acp av c-acp po12 n1, cc po12 vvb, av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 407 Page 658
3339 § 11. 'Tis true indeed there is a time, when the Worlds Great Things (such as Riches and Honour) come uninvited, and even grow upon their owners, who neither seek, nor care for them. § 11. It's true indeed there is a time, when the World's Great Things (such as Riches and Honour) come uninvited, and even grow upon their owners, who neither seek, nor care for them. § crd pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vbz dt n1, c-crq dt ng1 j n2 (d c-acp n2 cc n1) vvb j, cc j vvb p-acp po32 n2, r-crq av-dx vvi, ccx vvb p-acp pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 658
3340 In which case 'tis to be said, Non in rebus vitium est, sed in animis Possidentium. In which case it's to be said, Non in rebus Vitium est, sed in animis Possidentium. p-acp r-crq n1 pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, pix p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 658
3341 Riches are innocent in their Increase, if we set not our hearts upon them; Riches Are innocent in their Increase, if we Set not our hearts upon them; n2 vbr j-jn p-acp po32 vvi, cs pns12 vvb xx po12 n2 p-acp pno32; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 658
3342 if we look upon them as things which are false and flying; if we carry our selves towards them with so much Carelesness and Contempt, as to be really poor in Spirit; reaping the Benefit and the Blessing which any Lazarus can injoy, without the Sting, and the Disgrace, without the Leprosie, and the Ridiculousness, which an ugly French Proverb, if we look upon them as things which Are false and flying; if we carry our selves towards them with so much Carelessness and Contempt, as to be really poor in Spirit; reaping the Benefit and the Blessing which any Lazarus can enjoy, without the Sting, and the Disgrace, without the Leprosy, and the Ridiculousness, which an ugly French Proverb, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp n2 r-crq vbr j cc vvg; cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp av d n1 cc n1, a-acp pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp n1; vvg dt n1 cc dt vvg r-crq d np1 vmb vvi, p-acp dt vvb, cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, r-crq dt j jp n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 658
3343 and vitious men have found in it, and none but They. It was a very gross Error in the ancient Apostolici, (as they were pleas'd to call Themselves) to think it utterly unlawful for men to have Estates peculiar to them, and vicious men have found in it, and none but They. It was a very gross Error in the ancient Apostolic, (as they were pleased to call Themselves) to think it utterly unlawful for men to have Estates peculiar to them, cc j n2 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, cc pix p-acp np1 pn31 vbds dt j j n1 p-acp dt j np1, (c-acp pns32 vbdr vvd pc-acp vvi px32) pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j j p-acp n2 pc-acp vhi n2 j p-acp pno32, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 658
3344 and that forsooth for this Reason, because the Apostles, and their first Followers had all things in common, except their Wives. and that forsooth for this Reason, Because the Apostles, and their First Followers had all things in Common, except their Wives. cc cst uh p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n2, cc po32 ord n2 vhd d n2 p-acp j, p-acp po32 n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3345 'Twas to put Vertue upon the Rack, and stretch her out (like Procrustes ) beyond her just and full Stature, to wit, the Extremity of her Mean; and therefore 'twas with good reason, that Epiphanius and others esteem'd Them Hereticks. For as a man of great Age may receive the Kingdom of God, as a little Child; so may one of great Wealth, as a very poor one. 'Twas to put Virtue upon the Rack, and stretch her out (like Procrustes) beyond her just and full Stature, to wit, the Extremity of her Mean; and Therefore 'twas with good reason, that Epiphanius and Others esteemed Them Heretics. For as a man of great Age may receive the Kingdom of God, as a little Child; so may one of great Wealth, as a very poor one. pn31|vbds pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 av (av-j npg1) p-acp po31 j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f po31 j; cc av pn31|vbds p-acp j n1, cst np1 cc n2-jn vvd pno32 n2. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1; av vmb crd pp-f j n1, p-acp dt j j crd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3346 It being the inward Disposition, not the want of outward Affluence, which makes a man poor enough to be regarded (like The Virgin ) by God Himself. It being the inward Disposition, not the want of outward Affluence, which makes a man poor enough to be regarded (like The Virgae) by God Himself. pn31 vbg dt j n1, xx dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 j d pc-acp vbi vvn (av-j dt n1) p-acp np1 px31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3347 Our Self-denials, if we are Rich, will make us voluntarily Poor, and still the Richer for being such. Nor only the Richer, but Greater too. Our Self-denials, if we Are Rich, will make us voluntarily Poor, and still the Richer for being such. Nor only the Richer, but Greater too. po12 n2, cs pns12 vbr j, vmb vvi pno12 av-jn j, cc av dt jc p-acp vbg av. ccx av-j dt jc, p-acp jc av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3348 For Magnus Ille est qui in divitiis est pauper, says Lucius Seneca. He is generous, For Magnus Isle est qui in divitiis est pauper, Says Lucius Senecca. He is generous, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz np1 np1. pns31 vbz j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3349 and great, who keeps the Modesty and the Meekness of a very poor man in the midst of Plenty. The like to which may be said on the other side. and great, who keeps the Modesty and the Meekness of a very poor man in the midst of Plenty. The like to which may be said on the other side. cc j, r-crq vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt j p-acp r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3350 He is indeed a great man, who is as if he were Rich in the deepest Poverty: He is indeed a great man, who is as if he were Rich in the Deepest Poverty: pns31 vbz av dt j n1, r-crq vbz c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j p-acp dt js-jn n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 659
3351 as Rich in Comforts and Contentments, and Serenities of Mind, as if he were Owner of Both the Indies. If our Riches decrease, and our Desires decrease too, still our Condition is the same, as Rich in Comforts and Contentment's, and Serenities of Mind, as if he were Owner of Both the Indies. If our Riches decrease, and our Desires decrease too, still our Condition is the same, c-acp j p-acp n2 cc ng1, cc n2 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr n1 pp-f d dt np2. cs po12 n2 vvb, cc po12 vvz vvb av, av po12 n1 vbz dt d, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3352 and we must needs be as well as ever. For Beatus est Ille qui vivit ut vult; and we must needs be as well as ever. For Beatus est Isle qui vivit ut vult; cc pns12 vmb av vbi c-acp av c-acp av. p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3353 He who has all that he desires, cannot be happier than he is, whatever else may be added to him. He who has all that he Desires, cannot be Happier than he is, whatever Else may be added to him. pns31 r-crq vhz d cst pns31 vvz, vmbx vbi jc cs pns31 vbz, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3354 And This is that frame of Mind which the Text suggests to us; And This is that frame of Mind which the Text suggests to us; cc d vbz d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3355 This we are all to pant after, and labour for, with a comparative Contempt of the World without us. This we Are all to pant After, and labour for, with a comparative Contempt of the World without us. d pns12 vbr d p-acp vvb a-acp, cc n1 p-acp, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3356 And to This the smallest things are more conducible than the Greatest. A little with acquiescence, which was the Portion of Aglaus the poor Arcadian, will not only make us happier, but even Richer than * Umidius with all his Plenty. And to This the Smallest things Are more conducible than the Greatest. A little with acquiescence, which was the Portion of Aglaus the poor Arcadian, will not only make us Happier, but even Richer than * Umidius with all his Plenty. cc p-acp d dt js n2 vbr av-dc j cs dt js. dt j p-acp n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j jp, vmb xx av-j vvi pno12 jc, p-acp j jc cs * np1 p-acp d po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3357 For thô 'tis a Postulate, or a Principle, not to be question'd in Geometry, That the Whole must needs be more than any Part of it self, yet in Morality 'tis to be question'd for several Reasons. For though it's a Postulate, or a Principle, not to be questioned in Geometry, That the whole must needs be more than any Part of it self, yet in Morality it's to be questioned for several Reasons. p-acp cs pn31|vbz dt vvi, cc dt n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cst dt j-jn vmb av vbi av-dc cs d n1 pp-f pn31 n1, av p-acp n1 pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 660
3358 For such may be the blessed Frame and Constitution of a man's mind, as may enable him to confute, or elude the Maxim. And That difficult Hemistichion which Hesiod sent his Brother Perses, (by whom it seems he had been cheated of the one half of his Estate,) NONLATINALPHABET, Half is more than the whole, may have its Proof and Exposition from the Experience of a moderate and prudent man. For such may be the blessed Frame and Constitution of a Man's mind, as may enable him to confute, or elude the Maxim. And That difficult Hemistichion which Hesiod sent his Brother Perses, (by whom it seems he had been cheated of the one half of his Estate,), Half is more than the Whole, may have its Proof and Exposition from the Experience of a moderate and prudent man. p-acp d vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, c-acp vmb vvi pno31 p-acp vvi, cc vvi dt np1 cc cst j np1 r-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 np1, (p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz pns31 vhd vbn vvn pp-f dt crd j-jn pp-f po31 n1,), j-jn vbz dc cs dt j-jn, vmb vhi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j cc j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 661
3359 For the one half of his Possessions may be more to him than the whole, five or six several ways; For the one half of his Possessions may be more to him than the Whole, five or six several ways; p-acp dt crd j-jn pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi av-dc p-acp pno31 cs dt j-jn, crd cc crd j n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 661
3360 in that it may (without a Miracle) be more conducing unto his Happiness, and more in order to his Designs, and even in reference unto the present, as well as to the future and better Life; in that it may (without a Miracle) be more conducing unto his Happiness, and more in order to his Designs, and even in Referente unto the present, as well as to the future and better Life; p-acp cst pn31 vmb (p-acp dt n1) vbi av-dc vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc dc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j-jn cc jc n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 661
3361 and that by being (for Example) more consistent with his Privacy, and more conservative of his Time; more propitious to his Sobriety, and more agreeable to his Vocation; more in a tendency to his Contentment, and more by consequence to his Health. Many ways it may be more, both in a Moral, and Theological, (which is the best,) althô it cannot in a Physical, or Mathematical Acception, (which is the worst.) For sure the former signification of the word More, is as much better than the later, as Quality and Goodness is better than Quantity and Bulk; and that by being (for Exampl) more consistent with his Privacy, and more conservative of his Time; more propitious to his Sobriety, and more agreeable to his Vocation; more in a tendency to his Contentment, and more by consequence to his Health. Many ways it may be more, both in a Moral, and Theological, (which is the best,) althô it cannot in a Physical, or Mathematical Acception, (which is the worst.) For sure the former signification of the word More, is as much better than the later, as Quality and goodness is better than Quantity and Bulk; cc cst p-acp vbg (c-acp n1) av-dc j p-acp po31 n1, cc dc j pp-f po31 n1; av-dc j p-acp po31 n1, cc dc j p-acp po31 n1; av-dc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. d n2 pn31 vmb vbi av-dc, d p-acp dt j, cc j, (r-crq vbz dt js,) uh pn31 vmbx p-acp dt j, cc j n1, (r-crq vbz dt js.) p-acp j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av-dc, vbz p-acp d j cs dt jc, p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz jc cs n1 cc n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 661
3362 or as the Injoyment of worldly things, than the bare Possession. or as the Enjoyment of worldly things, than the bore Possession. cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cs dt j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 661
3363 For the happiest man living, and the most noble Apolaustick, cannot possibly be He who does own the most things, For the Happiest man living, and the most noble Apolaustick, cannot possibly be He who does own the most things, p-acp dt js n1 vvg, cc dt av-ds j j-jn, vmbx av-j vbi pns31 r-crq vdz d dt av-ds n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 661
3364 but evidently He who does want the fewest. And as the strengthning of a man's Back is of greater use to him, but evidently He who does want the fewest. And as the strengthening of a Man's Back is of greater use to him, cc-acp av-j pns31 r-crq vdz vvi dt ds. cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt ng1 av vbz pp-f jc n1 p-acp pno31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 662
3365 than the meer lessening of his Burden, so is the shortning of his Appetite of more advantage to his well-being, than any lengthning of his Titles, or any inlarging of his Estate. than the mere lessening of his Burden, so is the shortening of his Appetite of more advantage to his well-being, than any lengthening of his Titles, or any enlarging of his Estate. cs dt j vvg pp-f po31 n1, av vbz dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 pp-f dc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs d vvg pp-f po31 n2, cc d n-vvg pp-f po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 662
3366 Else a Cormorant, or a Gulon, (supposing them to have Food in full Proportion to their Appetites) would be much happier than a Man. And a man with such a Disease as Physicians call a Boulimis, or Boulimia, (supposing him also to have Food in full Proportion to his Appetite, ) would be happier than a man of the soundest Health. A thing so void of all reason, Else a Cormorant, or a Gulon, (supposing them to have Food in full Proportion to their Appetites) would be much Happier than a Man. And a man with such a Disease as Physicians call a Boulimis, or Boulimia, (supposing him also to have Food in full Proportion to his Appetite,) would be Happier than a man of the soundest Health. A thing so void of all reason, av dt n1, cc dt np1, (vvg pno32 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 n2) vmd vbi d jc cs dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp n2 vvb dt fw-la, cc fw-la, (vvg pno31 av pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1,) vmd vbi jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt js n1. dt n1 av j pp-f d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 662
3367 and so impossible to be True, that the Belly-Gods of the Earth who still are satisfying their Appetites, and so impossible to be True, that the Belly-Gods of the Earth who still Are satisfying their Appetites, cc av j pc-acp vbi j, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq av vbr vvg po32 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 662
3368 and the Glorified Saints of Heaven who have the Happiness to have None, do so far differ, (as to the Comforts and Satisfactions which they injoy,) that the Pleasures of the first are much the lesser, but the more gross; whilst the Pleasures of the second are vastly greater, but more refin'd. and the Glorified Saints of Heaven who have the Happiness to have None, do so Far differ, (as to the Comforts and Satisfactions which they enjoy,) that the Pleasures of the First Are much the lesser, but the more gross; while the Pleasures of the second Are vastly greater, but more refined. cc dt vvn n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vhb dt n1 pc-acp vhi pix, vdb av av-j vvi, (c-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb,) cst dt n2 pp-f dt ord vbr d dt jc, p-acp dt av-dc j; cs dt n2 pp-f dt ord vbr av-j jc, p-acp dc vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 408 Page 662
3369 § 12. From All that has hitherto been deliver'd, that is from the Doctrin which has been laid, § 12. From All that has hitherto been Delivered, that is from the Doctrine which has been laid, § crd p-acp d cst vhz av vbn vvn, cst vbz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 409 Page 663
3370 and from the Reasons which have been given, why men should not be Seekers of Great Things for themselves, (a Doctrin drawn from the Reproof, and from the strict Prohibition of God himself, and Reasons arising from as good Topicks as I have been able to argue from,) some good Lessons are to be taken, some good Uses to be made, some good Means to be suggested, and some good Motives to be consider'd, as well by Private, as Publick Persons; and from the Reasons which have been given, why men should not be Seekers of Great Things for themselves, (a Doctrine drawn from the Reproof, and from the strict Prohibition of God himself, and Reasons arising from as good Topicks as I have been able to argue from,) Some good Lessons Are to be taken, Some good Uses to be made, Some good Means to be suggested, and Some good Motives to be considered, as well by Private, as Public Persons; cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn, q-crq n2 vmd xx vbi n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp px32, (dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31, cc n2 vvg p-acp p-acp j np2 a-acp pns11 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi p-acp,) d j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, d j vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, d j vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp av p-acp j, p-acp j n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 409 Page 663
3371 by Poor, and Rich; by the Least and by the Greatest, without Exception. by Poor, and Rich; by the lest and by the Greatest, without Exception. p-acp j, cc j; p-acp dt cs cc p-acp dt js, p-acp n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 409 Page 663
3372 § 13. First, Inferiour men must learn from this whole Message of God to Baruch, Not to advance themselves by levelling; not to seek Greatness for It self, nor yet to seek it for Themselves, much less for Themselves by lessening others; Not to be Troublers of the Waters wherein they are desirous to fish for Greatness; § 13. First, Inferior men must Learn from this Whole Message of God to baruch, Not to advance themselves by levelling; not to seek Greatness for It self, nor yet to seek it for Themselves, much less for Themselves by lessening Others; Not to be Troublers of the Waters wherein they Are desirous to Fish for Greatness; § crd ord, j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, xx p-acp vvb px32 p-acp vvg; xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31 n1, ccx av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp px32, d dc p-acp px32 p-acp vvg n2-jn; xx pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbr j p-acp vvb p-acp n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 663
3373 Not to aim at Great Things by heading Parties, and Factions, by nourishing Schisms and Separations, and (what of it self is a great thing, ) by having the Managements of Sedition in Church and State; Not to aim At Great Things by heading Parties, and Factions, by nourishing Schisms and Separations, and (what of it self is a great thing,) by having the Managements of Sedition in Church and State; xx pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp vvg n2, cc n2, p-acp j-vvg n2 cc n2, cc (r-crq pp-f pn31 n1 vbz dt j n1,) p-acp vhg dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 663
3374 Not to promote a Fifth Monarchy, by pretending nothing more than a Commonwealth; Not to imagin that Dominion must needs be founded only in Grace; Not to promote a Fifth Monarchy, by pretending nothing more than a Commonwealth; Not to imagine that Dominion must needs be founded only in Grace; xx pc-acp vvi dt ord n1, p-acp vvg pix av-dc cs dt n1; xx pc-acp vvi d n1 vmb av vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 664
3375 and that the use of the Creature belongs to none but The Elect; to many others indeed de facto, but de jure only to Them; They must learn not to be Selfish under colour of Self-denial, meerly forsooth in Zeal to the Publick Good, and that Right may take place; (not forsooth that they care for Wealth, and that the use of the Creature belongs to none but The Elect; to many Others indeed de facto, but de jure only to Them; They must Learn not to be Selfish under colour of Self-denial, merely forsooth in Zeal to the Public Good, and that Right may take place; (not forsooth that they care for Wealth, cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp pix cc-acp dt n1; p-acp d n2-jn av fw-fr fw-la, p-acp fw-fr fw-la av-j p-acp pno32; pns32 vmb vvi xx pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-j uh p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j, cc d j-jn vmb vvi n1; (xx uh cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 664
3376 or Honour, or have any true love to the Creature-Comforts, as they are such, but) that Goodness (as they call it) may be rewarded, and that Religion may have its due, and that the blessed Apostle Paul (whose words they take by the wrong handle) may be justified in his Saying, or Honour, or have any true love to the Creature comforts, as they Are such, but) that goodness (as they call it) may be rewarded, and that Religion may have its due, and that the blessed Apostle Paul (whose words they take by the wrong handle) may be justified in his Saying, cc n1, cc vhb d j vvb p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns32 vbr d, p-acp) cst n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31) vmb vbi vvn, cc d n1 vmb vhi po31 j-jn, cc d dt j-vvn n1 np1 (rg-crq n2 pns32 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1) vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 vvg, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 664
3377 whilst Godliness is found to be profitable for All things, having Promise as well of the Life that now is, while Godliness is found to be profitable for All things, having Promise as well of the Life that now is, cs n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n2, vhg vvb c-acp av pp-f dt n1 cst av vbz, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 664
3378 as of that which is to come. as of that which is to come. c-acp pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 664
3379 This is the first and prime Lesson which every private Poor man, and every man under Authority, althô not poor, is to learn from the Dehortative, and from the bitter Exprobration of God to Baruch. He must not make himself the Moral of Aesop's Toad, which had an Ambition to swell it self into the Bigness of an Ox. He must not make himself obnoxious to the reproach of That Proverb, Scarabaeus contra Aquilam; being but a Beetle, or but a Butterfly, he must not aemulate an Eagle, much less indeavour, either to lure her, This is the First and prime lesson which every private Poor man, and every man under authority, althô not poor, is to Learn from the Dehortative, and from the bitter Exprobration of God to baruch. He must not make himself the Moral of Aesop's Toad, which had an Ambition to swell it self into the Bigness of an Ox. He must not make himself obnoxious to the reproach of That Proverb, Scarabaeus contra Aquilam; being but a Beetle, or but a Butterfly, he must not aemulate an Eagl, much less endeavour, either to lure her, d vbz dt ord cc j-jn n1 r-crq d j j n1, cc d n1 p-acp n1, uh xx j, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1. pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vhd dt n1 p-acp vvb pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst n1, np1 fw-la np1; vbg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, d dc n1, av-d p-acp zz pno31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 665
3380 or pluck her down. He must not make himself lyable to the Wo, which God denounced heretofore by his Prophet Isaiah; must not say tacitly to his Father, what begettest thou? or to the Woman, what hast Thou brought forth? He must not mutiny and grumble against God's Providence and his Will, or seek to aggrandize himself, whether his Maker will or no. or pluck her down. He must not make himself liable to the Woe, which God denounced heretofore by his Prophet Isaiah; must not say tacitly to his Father, what begettest thou? or to the Woman, what hast Thou brought forth? He must not mutiny and grumble against God's Providence and his Will, or seek to aggrandise himself, whither his Maker will or no. cc vvb pno31 a-acp. pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vvn av p-acp po31 n1 np1; vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vv2 pns21? cc p-acp dt n1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn av? pns31 vmb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp npg1 n1 cc po31 vmb, cc vvi p-acp n1 px31, cs po31 n1 vmb cc uh-dx. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 665
3381 Being (as He is) but an Earthern Pitcher, he must not contend with a Brass Pot, or strive to equal (much less to master ) the Golden Cistern. But he must labour on the contrary to reckon himself ( as he is ) in his proper Element, and by consequence not to be capable of Gravitation or Levitation, from which the Elements are exempt in their native places. Being (as He is) but an Earthen Pitcher, he must not contend with a Brass Pot, or strive to equal (much less to master) the Golden Cistern. But he must labour on the contrary to reckon himself (as he is) in his proper Element, and by consequence not to be capable of Gravitation or Levitation, from which the Elements Are exempt in their native places. vbg (c-acp pns31 vbz) p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, cc vvb p-acp j-jn (av-d dc p-acp vvb) dt j n1. p-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi px31 (c-acp pns31 vbz) p-acp po31 j n1, cc p-acp n1 xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbr j p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 665
3382 He must make it his whole Indeavour, his whole Ambition, and Delight, to acquiesce as Things do which attain their Center. Not to turn Seeker how he may raise, or disturb himself; He must make it his Whole Endeavour, his Whole Ambition, and Delight, to acquiesce as Things do which attain their Centre. Not to turn Seeker how he may raise, or disturb himself; pns31 vmb vvi pn31 po31 j-jn n1, po31 j-jn n1, cc n1, p-acp vvi p-acp n2 vdb r-crq vvb po32 n1. xx pc-acp vvi np1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvb px31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 665
3383 But to esteem it his private Interest, to contribute all he can to the Publick Good; to prove he loves the publick Peace, by his following after the things that do make for Peace; But to esteem it his private Interest, to contribute all he can to the Public Good; to prove he loves the public Peace, by his following After the things that do make for Peace; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi d pns31 vmb p-acp dt j j; pc-acp vvi pns31 vvz dt j n1, p-acp po31 vvg p-acp dt n2 cst vdb vvi p-acp n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3384 as by making his Reason to reign within him over his Passions; and his Will over his Appetite; by submitting his more deceivable and private Judgment, as by making his Reason to Reign within him over his Passion; and his Will over his Appetite; by submitting his more deceivable and private Judgement, a-acp p-acp vvg po31 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2; cc po31 vmb p-acp po31 n1; p-acp vvg po31 av-dc j cc j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3385 unto the less erring Judgment of Publick Reason; by seeking one great thing for himself, which is the Glory of Obedience (as Tacitus calls it) to human Laws and Lawgivers, to every Ordinance of man for the Lord's sake; unto the less erring Judgement of Public Reason; by seeking one great thing for himself, which is the Glory of obedience (as Tacitus calls it) to human Laws and Lawgivers, to every Ordinance of man for the Lord's sake; p-acp dt av-dc j-vvg n1 pp-f j n1; p-acp vvg crd j n1 p-acp px31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp np1 vvz pn31) p-acp j n2 cc n2, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3386 and by esteeming it as glorious for a Subject to be loyal, and obedient unto his Soveraign, and by esteeming it as glorious for a Subject to be loyal, and obedient unto his Sovereign, cc p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp j p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vbi j, cc j p-acp po31 n-jn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3387 as for a Soveraign to command, and protect his Subject. as for a Sovereign to command, and Pact his Subject. c-acp p-acp dt j-jn p-acp vvb, cc vvb po31 j-jn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3388 It is every man's Duty, as well as Honour, and every man's Advantage, as well as Duty, to do in this case as he would be done by; It is every Man's Duty, as well as Honour, and every Man's Advantage, as well as Duty, to do in this case as he would be done by; pn31 vbz d ng1 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, cc d ng1 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, p-acp vdb p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vbi vdn p-acp; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3389 to pay as much Reverence and Submission to such as are over him in Authority, as he expects from his own Servants, his Wife, and Children. to pay as much reverence and Submission to such as Are over him in authority, as he expects from his own Servants, his Wife, and Children. pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp d c-acp vbr p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n2, po31 n1, cc n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3390 It being pity that any Subject who is a Rebel to his Prince, should meet with any thing but Rebellion, from All that owe Service or Duty to him. It being pity that any Subject who is a Rebel to his Prince, should meet with any thing but Rebellion, from All that owe Service or Duty to him. pn31 vbg n1 cst d j-jn r-crq vbz dt vvb p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d cst vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 666
3391 For why should any man expect to have a dutiful Wife, an obedient Son, or a faithful Servant, who is neither of the Three to his Native Soveraign? but is undutiful and false to his Publick Parent? not to the People's, but God's Vicegerent? There can be nothing more apposite, For why should any man expect to have a dutiful Wife, an obedient Son, or a faithful Servant, who is neither of the Three to his Native Sovereign? but is undutiful and false to his Public Parent? not to the People's, but God's Vicegerent? There can be nothing more apposite, p-acp q-crq vmd d n1 vvb pc-acp vhi dt j n1, dt j n1, cc dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-dx pp-f dt crd p-acp po31 j-jn n-jn? cc-acp vbz j cc j p-acp po31 j n1? xx p-acp dt ng1, p-acp npg1 n1? pc-acp vmb vbi pix av-dc zz, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 667
3392 than that a Boutefeux, a Kindle-coal, a Make-bate in the City, should have his House full of Tumults: that He who is hissing at publick Government, should carry a Serpent in his own Bosom: than that a Boutefeux, a Kindle-coal, a Makebate in the city, should have his House full of Tumults: that He who is hissing At public Government, should carry a Serpent in his own Bosom: cs cst dt fw-fr, dt n1, dt j p-acp dt n1, vmd vhi po31 n1 j pp-f n2: cst pns31 r-crq vbz vvg p-acp j n1, vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 667
3393 that as he Sows, so he should Reap: that his own Wickedness should correct him: that he should suffer what he has done: that as he Sovus, so he should Reap: that his own Wickedness should correct him: that he should suffer what he has done: d c-acp pns31 ng1, av pns31 vmd vvi: cst po31 d n1 vmd vvi pno31: cst pns31 vmd vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vdn: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 667
3394 and that with the measure he metes to others who are exceedingly above him, others exceedingly below him should duly measure to him again. and that with the measure he metes to Others who Are exceedingly above him, Others exceedingly below him should duly measure to him again. cc cst p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n2-jn r-crq vbr av-vvg p-acp pno31, n2-jn av-vvg a-acp pno31 vmd av-jn vvi p-acp pno31 av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 667
3395 Nor should it otherwise be of pleasant, but as 'tis of profitable Remarque, that Women did never here in England so affect Mastery over their Husbands; Never were Children here in England so disaffected, so disobedient, so quite unnatural towards their Parents; Never were Servants here in England so false and treacherous towards their Masters, as since our English-mens Revolt from The God of Order; since their being too proud to be under God: or at least no farther willing that God himself should reign over them, Nor should it otherwise be of pleasant, but as it's of profitable Remark, that Women did never Here in England so affect Mastery over their Husbands; Never were Children Here in England so disaffected, so disobedient, so quite unnatural towards their Parents; Never were Servants Here in England so false and treacherous towards their Masters, as since our Englishmen's Revolt from The God of Order; since their being too proud to be under God: or At least no farther willing that God himself should Reign over them, ccx vmd pn31 av vbi pp-f j, p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz pp-f j n1, cst n2 vdd av-x av p-acp np1 av vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2; av-x vbdr n2 av p-acp np1 av vvn, av j, av av j p-acp po32 n2; av-x vbdr ng1 av p-acp np1 av j cc j p-acp po32 n2, c-acp c-acp po12 ng2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp po32 vbg av j pc-acp vbi p-acp np1: cc p-acp ds dx jc vvg cst np1 px31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 668
3396 than upon This Condition only, that he will do it Their way: either without any Vicegerent, than upon This Condition only, that he will do it Their Way: either without any Vicegerent, cs p-acp d n1 av-j, cst pns31 vmb vdi pn31 po32 n1: d p-acp d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 668
3397 or with one of Their choosing. or with one of Their choosing. cc p-acp crd pp-f po32 n-vvg. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 410 Page 668
3398 What I now have said last, I should have taken for a Digression, had not the Evils now mentioned been all the Fruit of the same Plant, which had taken some Root in the Heart of Baruch; I mean The Itch of a man's seeking Greater Things for himself, than God sees fit, What I now have said last, I should have taken for a Digression, had not the Evils now mentioned been all the Fruit of the same Plant, which had taken Some Root in the Heart of baruch; I mean The Itch of a Man's seeking Greater Things for himself, than God sees fit, q-crq pns11 av vhb vvn ord, pns11 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, vhd xx dt n2-jn av vvn vbi d dt n1 pp-f dt d vvi, r-crq vhd vvn d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns11 vvb dt vvb pp-f dt ng1 vvg jc n2 p-acp px31, cs np1 vvz j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 411 Page 668
3399 or has been pleased to allow to such as seek them. or has been pleased to allow to such as seek them. cc vhz vbn vvn p-acp vvb p-acp d c-acp vvb pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 411 Page 668
3400 § 14. Now in order to the learning so great and good a Lesson as This, which I have been hitherto describing, we must attend to those Things which are the Means of, and the Motives to it. In order to the former, we must not only addict our selves to all the usual Means of Grace, such as Prayer, and Giving of Alms, Reading, and Hearing the Word of God, frequent Perceptions of the Lord's Supper, private Conferences with Casuists, § 14. Now in order to the learning so great and good a lesson as This, which I have been hitherto describing, we must attend to those Things which Are the Means of, and the Motives to it. In order to the former, we must not only addict our selves to all the usual Means of Grace, such as Prayer, and Giving of Alms, Reading, and Hearing the Word of God, frequent Perceptions of the Lord's Supper, private Conferences with Casuists, § crd av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av j cc j dt n1 c-acp d, r-crq pns11 vhb vbn av vvg, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f, cc dt n2 p-acp pn31. p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp n1, cc vvg pp-f n2, vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, j n2 p-acp n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 668
3401 or Ghostly Fathers, and the like; or Ghostly Father's, and the like; cc j n2, cc dt j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 668
3402 But we must use our best Wit, and our soundest Reason, and (as St. Paul exhorts Timothy ) we must duly stir up the Gift of God which is in us, whereby to find out such Means as are perhaps the least thought of, But we must use our best Wit, and our soundest Reason, and (as Saint Paul exhorts Timothy) we must duly stir up the Gift of God which is in us, whereby to find out such Means as Are perhaps the least Thought of, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi po12 js n1, cc po12 js n1, cc (c-acp n1 np1 vvz np1) pns12 vmb av-jn vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno12, c-crq pc-acp vvi av d n2 c-acp vbr av dt ds vvd pp-f, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3403 thô perhaps the most effectual to reach the End we aim at. though perhaps the most effectual to reach the End we aim At. cs av dt av-ds j pc-acp vvi dt vvb pns12 vvb p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3404 We know an Archer, not to be short of the Mark before him, will use his indeavour to shoot beyond it. We know an Archer, not to be short of the Mark before him, will use his endeavour to shoot beyond it. pns12 vvb dt n1, xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3405 As Demosthenes, of a Stammerer, attain'd to an excellent Pronunciation, by speaking with Pebbles in his Mouth; As Demosthenes, of a Stammerer, attained to an excellent Pronunciation, by speaking with Pebbles in his Mouth; p-acp np1, pp-f dt n1, vvd p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3406 and so He facilitated his Conquest of a Natural Impediment, by adding and subduing an Artificial one. and so He facilitated his Conquest of a Natural Impediment, by adding and subduing an Artificial one. cc av pns31 j-vvn po31 n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvg cc j-vvg dt j crd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3407 Have we sincerely a Desire to be the better for being Rational? to make a right use of the Light within us? to free our selves from a Disease the most tormenting in all the World? to be as happy as is possible in a Valley of Tears? we must not only not seek Great Things for our selves, Have we sincerely a Desire to be the better for being Rational? to make a right use of the Light within us? to free our selves from a Disease the most tormenting in all the World? to be as happy as is possible in a Valley of Tears? we must not only not seek Great Things for our selves, vhb pns12 av-j dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j p-acp vbg j? pc-acp vvi dt av-jn vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12? pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 dt av-ds j-vvg p-acp d dt n1? pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? pns12 vmb xx av-j xx vvi j n2 p-acp po12 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3408 but must not suffer Great Things to grow upon us in Excess. We must never once indure to have as much of this World, but must not suffer Great Things to grow upon us in Excess. We must never once endure to have as much of this World, cc-acp vmb xx vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. pns12 vmb av-x a-acp vvb pc-acp vhi p-acp d pp-f d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3409 as we are able; nor yet as much as is lawful for us; as we Are able; nor yet as much as is lawful for us; c-acp pns12 vbr j; ccx av p-acp d c-acp vbz j p-acp pno12; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 669
3410 but only as much as is expedient. We must not dare to make Trials (as too many are wont to do, through a most sinful Curiosity,) what store of Riches may be attain'd to within the Compass of one Man's Life. but only as much as is expedient. We must not Dare to make Trials (as too many Are wont to doe, through a most sinful Curiosity,) what store of Riches may be attained to within the Compass of one Man's Life. cc-acp av-j c-acp d c-acp vbz j. pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 (c-acp av d vbr j p-acp n1, p-acp dt av-ds j n1,) r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd ng1 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3411 There being nothing more inhuman, more unbecoming, or more unworthy of a Rational Agent, than for a man to be condemn'd, by his own Consent, to be digging all his days in the Mine, or Quarry; There being nothing more inhuman, more unbecoming, or more unworthy of a Rational Agent, than for a man to be condemned, by his own Consent, to be digging all his days in the Mine, or Quarry; a-acp vbg pix av-dc j, dc j, cc av-dc j pp-f dt j n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp po31 d vvb, pc-acp vbi vvg d po31 n2 p-acp dt png11, cc n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3412 to be so much below a Bruit, as not to know when he has enough. to be so much below a Bruit, as not to know when he has enough. pc-acp vbi av av-d p-acp dt n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vhz av-d. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3413 Enough to make use of, enough to keep, enough to care for, enough to lose, enough to leave behind him, enough to give accompt of in the day of Judgment. Enough to make use of, enough to keep, enough to care for, enough to loose, enough to leave behind him, enough to give account of in the day of Judgement. av-d p-acp vvb vvi pp-f, av-d p-acp vvb, av-d p-acp vvb p-acp, av-d p-acp vvb, av-d p-acp vvb a-acp pno31, av-d p-acp vvb n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3414 There can be nothing more disgraceful to a man's Reason and Understanding, than not to know when he has enough in these six Points I now have mentioned. There can be nothing more disgraceful to a Man's Reason and Understanding, than not to know when he has enough in these six Points I now have mentioned. pc-acp vmb vbi pix av-dc j p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1, cs xx pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vhz av-d p-acp d crd n2 pns11 av vhb vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3415 Not only Christ, and his Apostles, but Horace himself, and his Oppidius, and many other Heathen Writers, have taught us a Lesson of human Prudence, which men as men must needs confess 'tis a Shame and Misery not to learn. Denique sit finis quaerendi. Not only christ, and his Apostles, but Horace himself, and his Oppidius, and many other Heathen Writers, have taught us a lesson of human Prudence, which men as men must needs confess it's a Shame and Misery not to Learn. Denique sit finis quaerendi. xx av-j np1, cc po31 n2, p-acp np1 px31, cc po31 np1, cc d j-jn j-jn n2, vhb vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq n2 c-acp n2 vmb av vvi pn31|vbz dt vvb cc n1 xx pc-acp vvi. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3416 — & finite Laborem Incipias, parto quod avebas. — — & finite Laborem Incipias, parto quod avebas. — — cc j np1 np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la. — (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 412 Page 670
3417 We ought to fix on a Proportion of Worldly Goods, to which our Industry and Prudence (with due regard to our Quality, We ought to fix on a Proportion of Worldly Goods, to which our Industry and Prudence (with due regard to our Quality, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2-j, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 cc n1 (p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3418 and the Necessities of our Family) may safely and innocently reach. and the Necessities of our Family) may safely and innocently reach. cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1) vmb av-j cc av-jn vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3419 And having once attain'd That, must say as resolvedly to our Appetites, and by consequence to our Indeavours, as God once said to the Swelling Waters of the Sea; And having once attained That, must say as resolvedly to our Appetites, and by consequence to our Endeavours, as God once said to the Swelling Waters of the Sea; cc vhg a-acp vvd cst, vmb vvi p-acp av-vvn pc-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp np1 a-acp vvd p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3420 Thus far shall ye go, and no farther: Thus Far shall you go, and no farther: av av-j vmb pn22 vvi, cc dx av-jc: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3421 We are at an end of our Desires. We will not be troubled with any more. We Are At an end of our Desires. We will not be troubled with any more. pns12 vbr p-acp dt vvb pp-f po12 vvz. pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d dc. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3422 We will not be evermore adding to the dead weight of our Possessions, but only to the right use and injoyment of Them. As for Surplasages of Fortune, We will not be evermore adding to the dead weight of our Possessions, but only to the right use and enjoyment of Them. As for Surplasages of Fortune, pns12 vmb xx vbi av vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp j p-acp dt j-jn vvb cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3423 if any happen, we will employ them in Christian Projects, and (not in Philosophical, if any happen, we will employ them in Christian Projects, and (not in Philosophical, cs d vvb, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp np1 n2, cc (xx p-acp j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3424 but) Theological Experiments, (suggested to us by God himself in several parts of his holy Word, but) Theological Experiments, (suggested to us by God himself in several parts of his holy Word, cc-acp) j n2, (vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 px31 p-acp j n2 pp-f po31 j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3425 as) How we may draw Bills of Credit upon Him, who inhabits the New Ierusalem. How we may lend unto The Lord, thô The Proprietary of All; as) How we may draw Bills of Credit upon Him, who inhabits the New Ierusalem. How we may lend unto The Lord, though The Proprietary of All; c-acp) c-crq pns12 vmb vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz dt j np1. c-crq pns12 vmb vvb p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f d; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3426 and be paid by Him again an hundred sold for the forbearance. How we may feed and cloath our Saviour, and be paid by Him again an hundred sold for the forbearance. How we may feed and cloth our Saviour, cc vbb vvn p-acp pno31 av dt crd vvn p-acp dt n1. c-crq pns12 vmb vvb cc n1 po12 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 671
3427 thô in his State of Glorification; How redeem our very Redeemer, by contributing what we can to the Redemption of Christian Captives from the Tyranny of the Turks; though in his State of Glorification; How Redeem our very Redeemer, by contributing what we can to the Redemption of Christian Captives from the Tyranny of the Turks; cs p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; c-crq vvi po12 j n1, p-acp vvg r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3428 and lay up in store a good Foundation for our selves, upon a Project of attaining Eternal Life. Thus to stint all our Appetites, and lay up in store a good Foundation for our selves, upon a Project of attaining Eternal Life. Thus to stint all our Appetites, cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg j n1. av p-acp vvb d po12 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3429 and to limit our Desires, is to antedate the Happiness we hope and pray for. and to limit our Desires, is to antedate the Happiness we hope and pray for. cc p-acp vvb po12 n2, vbz p-acp vvi dt n1 pns12 vvb cc vvb p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3430 'Tis to create unto our selves (by the help of God's Grace) an humble Degree of Self-sufficience on this side Heaven. It's to create unto our selves (by the help of God's Grace) an humble Degree of Self-sufficience on this side Heaven. pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) dt j n1 pp-f j p-acp d n1 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3431 It was the Saying of a wise Heathen, which no wise Christian will scorn to learn, Nihil Nos magis ab animi fluctibus vindicaverit, quàm aliquem semper figere incrementis Terminum. It was the Saying of a wise Heathen, which no wise Christian will scorn to Learn, Nihil Nos magis ab animi fluctibus vindicaverit, quàm aliquem semper figere incrementis Terminus. pn31 vbds dt vvg pp-f dt j j-jn, r-crq dx j njp vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3432 There is nothing can more exempt us from all inquietudes of Mind, (from the Rack of Expectation, There is nothing can more exempt us from all inquietudes of Mind, (from the Rack of Expectation, pc-acp vbz pix vmb av-dc vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3433 and the Strappado of Disappointments,) than our putting a certain period to our Increase; a certain Boundary or Butt to our Acquisitions. Our best Successes being so slippery, and our Appetites so strong, that for Both we need Bridles to hold them fast. and the Strappado of Disappointments,) than our putting a certain Period to our Increase; a certain Boundary or Butt to our Acquisitions. Our best Successes being so slippery, and our Appetites so strong, that for Both we need Bridles to hold them fast. cc dt n1 pp-f n2,) cs po12 n-vvg dt j n1 p-acp po12 vvi; dt j j cc vvb p-acp po12 n2. po12 js n2 vbg av j, cc po12 n2 av j, cst p-acp d pns12 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 413 Page 672
3434 § 15. It may perhaps be one Motive to moderation of Mind, and to a Christian's not seeking Great Things for himself, that Iesus Christ, our great Exemplar, did for Himself seek the least; was pleas'd to empty himself of Glory, became of no Reputation; § 15. It may perhaps be one Motive to moderation of Mind, and to a Christian's not seeking Great Things for himself, that Iesus christ, our great Exemplar, did for Himself seek the least; was pleased to empty himself of Glory, became of no Reputation; § crd pn31 vmb av vbi crd n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt njp|vbz xx vvg j n2 p-acp px31, cst np1 np1, po12 j n1, vdd p-acp px31 vvi dt ds; vbds vvn p-acp vvb px31 pp-f n1, vvd pp-f dx n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 673
3435 made it his choice to be so poor, as not to have where to lay his head; made it his choice to be so poor, as not to have where to lay his head; vvd pn31 po31 j pc-acp vbi av j, c-acp xx pc-acp vhi c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 673
3436 and thô he was born of the Blood Royal, the House of David, did choose to take upon him the Form of a very mean Subject, and to live on Their Charity who administred to him of their Substance, Luke 8. 3. Nor was This only the option of God Incarnate, the blessed Redeemer of the World, our Lord Jesus Christ, whose coming was to destroy the Works of the Devil, the Pomps and Vanities of the World, with the sinful Lusts of the Flesh, and though he was born of the Blood Royal, the House of David, did choose to take upon him the From of a very mean Subject, and to live on Their Charity who administered to him of their Substance, Lycia 8. 3. Nor was This only the option of God Incarnate, the blessed Redeemer of the World, our Lord jesus christ, whose coming was to destroy the Works of the devil, the Pomps and Vanities of the World, with the sinful Lustiest of the Flesh, cc cs pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 j, dt n1 pp-f np1, vdd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt j vvb j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 pp-f po32 n1, av crd crd ccx vbds d av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 j, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, po12 n1 np1 np1, rg-crq vvg vbds pc-acp vvi dt vvz pp-f dt n1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 673
3437 as well by his Practice and Example, as by his Praecepts; But All the Wisest and the Best even of meer moral men, thô they had no Light to go by, as well by his Practice and Exampl, as by his Precepts; But All the Wisest and the Best even of mere moral men, though they had no Light to go by, c-acp av p-acp po31 vvi cc n1, a-acp p-acp po31 n2; p-acp d dt js cc dt av-js av pp-f j j n2, c-acp pns32 vhd dx j pc-acp vvi p-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 673
3438 but that of Nature and Education, had yet such a Mastery over themselves, such a right Apprehension of human Conditions and Affairs, had such an Insight into the Things which the World calls Great, and did so seriously depretiate the Pomps and Vanities of the World, ( coveting Poverty rather than Wealth, but that of Nature and Education, had yet such a Mastery over themselves, such a right Apprehension of human Conditions and Affairs, had such an Insight into the Things which the World calls Great, and did so seriously depretiate the Pomps and Vanities of the World, (coveting Poverty rather than Wealth, cc-acp d pp-f n1 cc n1, vhd av d dt n1 p-acp px32, d dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, vhd d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz j, cc vdd av av-j vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (vvg n1 av-c cs n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 673
3439 and courting obscurity rather than Honour,) that most Professors of Christianity may be provoked by them to jealousy, if not prevailed upon effectually unto a generous aemulation. Such as the famous Abdolonymus, who, however he was by Birth of Royal Family and Extraction, was yet by Breeding but a poor Gardiner in the Suburbs of Sidon, where he work't out all his Bread at his fingers ends, and courting obscurity rather than Honour,) that most Professors of Christianity may be provoked by them to jealousy, if not prevailed upon effectually unto a generous Emulation. Such as the famous Abdolonymus, who, however he was by Birth of Royal Family and Extraction, was yet by Breeding but a poor Gardiner in the Suburbs of Sidon, where he worked out all his Bred At his fingers ends, cc vvg n1 av-c cs n1,) cst ds n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cs xx vvn p-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1. d p-acp dt j np1, r-crq, c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vbds av p-acp n-vvg p-acp dt j np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd av d po31 n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3440 and so accordingly did eat it in the Sweat of his Brows. and so accordingly did eat it in the Sweat of his Brows. cc av av-vvg vdd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3441 A Condition so duly fitted to the Humility of his Desires, that when, created King of Sidon, by Alexander the Great, he was ask't with what Patience he could indure his late Poverty; A Condition so duly fitted to the Humility of his Desires, that when, created King of Sidon, by Alexander the Great, he was asked with what Patience he could endure his late Poverty; dt n1 av av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cst c-crq, vvn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1 dt j, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi po31 j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3442 I would to God (answer'd He) I could as well indure a Kingdom. Hae manus suffecêre desiderio meo; nihil habui, nihil defuit. I would to God (answered He) I could as well endure a Kingdom. Hae manus suffecêre Desire meo; nihil habui, nihil defuite. pns11 vmd p-acp np1 (vvd pns31) pns11 vmd c-acp av vvi dt n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3443 He said his Hands had been sufficient to administer to his Necessities; and that the Things which he had not, he did not want. He said his Hands had been sufficient to administer to his Necessities; and that the Things which he had not, he did not want. pns31 vvd po31 n2 vhd vbn j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; cc cst dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhd xx, pns31 vdd xx vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3444 The choice he made of his Employment, brings Democritus into my memory, who made the same. The choice he made of his Employment, brings Democritus into my memory, who made the same. dt n1 pns31 vvd pp-f po31 n1, vvz np1 p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vvd dt d. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3445 For having travell'd through the World, whereby to gain a full Experience and Knowledge of it, he chose at last a deep Poverty, For having traveled through the World, whereby to gain a full Experience and Knowledge of it, he chosen At last a deep Poverty, p-acp vhg vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vvd p-acp ord dt j-jn n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 674
3446 and a confinement to his Garden; and a confinement to his Garden; cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3447 wherein he satisfied his Body with the Productions of the Earth, and feasted his Soul with Contemplation. wherein he satisfied his Body with the Productions of the Earth, and feasted his Soul with Contemplation. c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3448 The Pomps and Vanities of the World (at the Miseries of which Heraclitus wept) He daily laugh't at. The Pomps and Vanities of the World (At the Misery's of which Heraclitus wept) He daily laughed At. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp dt ng1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd) pns31 av-j vvd p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3449 And thô the Vulgar thought him a Madman for his Recess from all Company, yet Hippocrates, who was sent to cure him of it as a Physician, was compell'd by his Discourse to admire his Wisdom; And though the vulgar Thought him a Madman for his Recess from all Company, yet Hippocrates, who was sent to cure him of it as a physician, was compelled by his Discourse to admire his Wisdom; cc cs dt j vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, av np1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp vvb pno31 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3450 and pronounced Them mad who had so esteem'd him. And truly Crates of Thebes may with Somebody's profit be here remember'd; and pronounced Them mad who had so esteemed him. And truly Crates of Thebes may with Somebody's profit be Here remembered; cc vvd pno32 j r-crq vhd av vvd pno31. cc av-j np1 pp-f np1 vmb p-acp pig n1 vbb av vvn; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3451 who being both Rich, and a Philosopher, turn'd his Land into Mony, and put his Mony to the Banker on this Condition, That if his Sons did prove Fools, he should supply their Wants with it; who being both Rich, and a Philosopher, turned his Land into Money, and put his Money to the Banker on this Condition, That if his Sons did prove Fools, he should supply their Wants with it; r-crq vbg av-d j, cc dt n1, vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst cs po31 n2 vdd vvi n2, pns31 vmd vvi po32 vvz p-acp pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3452 but if Philosophers, he should deal out all his Treasure to the most indigent of the City. It having been really his opinion, that Fools want Mony, however Rich; whilst Wise-men, but if Philosophers, he should deal out all his Treasure to the most indigent of the city. It having been really his opinion, that Fools want Money, however Rich; while Wise men, cc-acp cs n2, pns31 vmd vvi av d po31 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j pp-f dt n1. pn31 vhg vbn av-j po31 n1, cst n2 vvb n1, c-acp j; cs n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3453 thô Poor, are in need of nothing. though Poor, Are in need of nothing. cs j, vbr p-acp n1 pp-f pix. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3454 Now whether This is the true History, or That which is told us by Philostratus, [ That Crates threw his whole Estate into the Sea, Now whither This is the true History, or That which is told us by Philostratus, [ That Crates threw his Whole Estate into the Sea, av cs d vbz dt j n1, cc cst r-crq vbz vvn pno12 p-acp np1, [ cst np1 vvd po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 675
3455 as having found it a great Impediment to the Prosperity of his Studies, and the Tranquillity of his Life, ] it matters not much; as having found it a great Impediment to the Prosperity of his Studies, and the Tranquillity of his Life, ] it matters not much; c-acp vhg vvn pn31 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, ] pn31 n2 xx d; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3456 because his Judgment does appear by Both Accompts of his Practice to have been This, that in very much of the World, there's very much Trouble, and Solicitude; Because his Judgement does appear by Both Accounts of his Practice to have been This, that in very much of the World, there's very much Trouble, and Solicitude; c-acp po31 n1 vdz vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vhi vbn d, cst p-acp av av-d pp-f dt n1, pc-acp|vbz av av-d vvb, cc n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3457 and that the more any man has, the more he has of disturbance and interruption; the more he has to be carking and caring for; and that the more any man has, the more he has of disturbance and interruption; the more he has to be carking and caring for; cc cst dt av-dc d n1 vhz, dt av-dc pns31 vhz pp-f n1 cc n1; dt av-dc pns31 vhz pc-acp vbi n-vvg cc vvg p-acp; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3458 whether as to its Use, or its Conservation. The Emperour Sigismund (I am sure) did find it so to some purpose, whither as to its Use, or its Conservation. The Emperor Sigismund (I am sure) did find it so to Some purpose, cs c-acp p-acp po31 vvi, cc po31 n1. dt n1 np1 (pns11 vbm j) vdd vvi pn31 av p-acp d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3459 when having brought him out of Hungary a Chest of Gold ready coyn'd, he could never sleep well till he parted with it. when having brought him out of Hungary a Chest of Gold ready coined, he could never sleep well till he parted with it. c-crq vhg vvn pno31 av pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 j vvn, pns31 vmd av vvb av c-acp pns31 vvn p-acp pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3460 For he could not (saith Cuspinian ) but still be thinking, either where he might keep it with greatest safety, or how lay it out to the most Advantage. Therefore calling to him his Counsellors, with the chief Officers of his Army, For he could not (Says Cuspinian) but still be thinking, either where he might keep it with greatest safety, or how lay it out to the most Advantage. Therefore calling to him his Counsellors, with the chief Officers of his Army, p-acp pns31 vmd xx (vvz np1) cc-acp av vbi vvg, d c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp js n1, cc q-crq vvb pn31 av p-acp dt av-ds n1. av vvg p-acp pno31 po31 n2, p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3461 and all his Lifeguard more especially, he caus'd his Chest to be laid open, and his Forty thousand Pieces (a great Treasure Then, ) thrown out amongst them. and all his Lifeguard more especially, he caused his Chest to be laid open, and his Forty thousand Pieces (a great Treasure Then,) thrown out among them. cc d po31 vvi av-dc av-j, pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn j, cc po31 crd crd n2 (dt j n1 av,) vvn av p-acp pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 676
3462 Those he call'd his Tormentors, his Murderers, his cruell'st Enemies, and his Lictors, which would not suffer him to rest, by reason of the lashes they laid upon him all Night, without remorse, or intermission. Those he called his Tormentors, his Murderers, his Cruellest Enemies, and his Lictors, which would not suffer him to rest, by reason of the Lashes they laid upon him all Night, without remorse, or intermission. d pns31 vvd po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 js n2, cc po31 n2, r-crq vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp vvb, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 d n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3463 This ('tis plain) is not impertinent to the Discourse I am upon, thô impertinent in comparison with all those Emperours and Kings, This (it's plain) is not impertinent to the Discourse I am upon, though impertinent in comparison with all those emperors and Kings, np1 (pn31|vbz j) vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pns11 vbm p-acp, cs j p-acp n1 p-acp d d n2 cc n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3464 and other Persons more signal, whom I might reckon (if I had Time) upon This occasion. and other Persons more signal, whom I might reckon (if I had Time) upon This occasion. cc j-jn n2 dc n1, ro-crq pns11 vmd vvi (cs pns11 vhd n1) p-acp d n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3465 But desirous to comply with the Time allow'd, I shall not Instance in as many, but in as few as I am able of most Remarque. But desirous to comply with the Time allowed, I shall not Instance in as many, but in as few as I am able of most Remark. p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvn, pns11 vmb xx n1 p-acp p-acp d, p-acp p-acp c-acp d c-acp pns11 vbm j pp-f ds n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3466 Such as are the Three Scipio 's, in whom the Roman Historians (and the best of the Greek ones) do justly triumph. Such as Are the Three Scipio is, in whom the Roman Historians (and the best of the Greek ones) do justly triumph. d c-acp vbr dt crd np1 vbz, p-acp ro-crq dt njp np1 (cc dt av-js pp-f dt jp pi2) vdi av-j vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3467 The chief of These was Africanus, the glorious Downfall of Carthage, and Staff of Rome, as his Paternal Name Scipio does well import. The chief of These was Africanus, the glorious Downfall of Carthage, and Staff of Room, as his Paternal Name Scipio does well import. dt n-jn pp-f d vbds np1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f vvi, p-acp po31 j n1 np1 vdz av vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3468 One who grew to such an Highth of Worldly Happiness and Renown, that there was nothing now left to make him Higher, but his Humility. He did not only refuse the Offer, of having his Statue signaliz'd in the highest Places, One who grew to such an Highth of Worldly Happiness and Renown, that there was nothing now left to make him Higher, but his Humility. He did not only refuse the Offer, of having his Statue signalized in the highest Places, pi r-crq vvd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cst a-acp vbds pix av j pc-acp vvi pno31 jc, p-acp po31 n1. pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1, a-acp vhg po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt js n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3469 but that of Consulship during Life, and that of perpetual Dictator also. but that of Consulship during Life, and that of perpetual Dictator also. cc-acp d pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc d pp-f j n1 av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 677
3470 Yea if Polybius may be credited, (who had most reason to know,) both in Asia, and Europe, as well as Africa, he did many times refuse to be made a King. And This Polybius calls often, not the Poverty, or the Lowness, (as the men of this Age would be apt to call it,) but, Yea if Polybius may be credited, (who had most reason to know,) both in Asia, and Europe, as well as Africa, he did many times refuse to be made a King. And This Polybius calls often, not the Poverty, or the Lowness, (as the men of this Age would be apt to call it,) but, uh cs np1 vmb vbi vvn, (r-crq vhd ds n1 pc-acp vvi,) d p-acp np1, cc np1, c-acp av c-acp np1, pns31 vdd d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1. cc d np1 vvz av, xx dt n1, cc dt n1, (c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31,) cc-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 678
3471 as it was in good earnest, the Highth and Greatness of Scipio 's Spirit. as it was in good earnest, the Highth and Greatness of Scipio is Spirit. c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp j n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 678
3472 I am perswaded (says Lucius Seneca ) that Scipio ' s Soul went up to Heaven, not because as a Commander he led so many and great Armies, I am persuaded (Says Lucius Senecca) that Scipio ' s Soul went up to Heaven, not Because as a Commander he led so many and great Armies, pns11 vbm vvn (vvz np1 np1) d np1 ' ng1 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, xx c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd av d cc j n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 678
3473 but because of That Piety by which he triumph't over Himself. Not so much because he saved, as because having saved, he LEFT his Country. but Because of That Piety by which he triumphed over Himself. Not so much Because he saved, as Because having saved, he LEFT his Country. cc-acp c-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvn a-acp px31. xx av av-d c-acp pns31 vvd, c-acp p-acp vhg vvn, pns31 vvd po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 678
3474 Nor because he left the Service, but the Honours, and the Wealth, and Injoyments of it. Nor Because he left the Service, but the Honours, and the Wealth, and Enjoyments of it. ccx c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1, p-acp dt ng1, cc dt n1, cc n2 pp-f pn31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 678
3475 It was the Littleness and Obscurity of his House at Linternum, which made that Philosopher admire his Greatness. It was his lying close hid in a little Corner, turning his Spear into a Plough-share, It was the Littleness and Obscurity of his House At Linternum, which made that Philosopher admire his Greatness. It was his lying close hid in a little Corner, turning his Spear into a Ploughshare, pn31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd cst n1 vvb po31 n1. pn31 vbds po31 j-vvg j vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 678
3476 and his Sword into a Pruninghook, and labouring with his own hands in dressing and cultivating the Earth, which made this Great man who transcended All others, at the last to exceed and transcend Himself. 'Twas in his Cloud he shin'd brightest. 'Twas the Foil of a Retirement, by which This Iewel was most set off. 'Twas his Contempt of This World, which made him able to command it; and his Sword into a Pruninghook, and labouring with his own hands in dressing and cultivating the Earth, which made this Great man who transcended All Others, At the last to exceed and transcend Himself. 'Twas in his Cloud he shined Brightest. 'Twas the Foil of a Retirement, by which This Jewel was most Set off. 'Twas his Contempt of This World, which made him able to command it; cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1, r-crq vvd d j n1 r-crq vvd d n2-jn, p-acp dt ord pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31. pn31|vbds p-acp po31 vvi pns31 vvd av-jc. pn31|vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbds av-ds vvd a-acp. pn31|vbds po31 n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvd pno31 j p-acp vvb pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 679
3477 Et Rerum Dominus Nil cupiendo fuit. Et Rerum Dominus Nil cupiendo fuit. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 414 Page 679
3478 Such an Example of Self-denial, or (to speak more exactly) Moderation of Mind, (it being no Self-denial, for any Great man to injoy his Wish, and to be as 'twere preferr'd to a private Life,) was the most excellent Cassiodorus; A man of so very great Authority with the Gothic Kings of Italy, (whom he had bless'd a long time as their Principal Minister of State,) that he was reckon'd the very Soul of their Publick Business, Such an Exampl of Self-denial, or (to speak more exactly) Moderation of Mind, (it being no Self-denial, for any Great man to enjoy his Wish, and to be as 'twere preferred to a private Life,) was the most excellent Cassiodorus; A man of so very great authority with the Gothic Kings of Italy, (whom he had blessed a long time as their Principal Minister of State,) that he was reckoned the very Soul of their Public Business, d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc (pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j) n1 pp-f n1, (pn31 vbg dx n1, p-acp d j n1 p-acp vvb po31 vvi, cc pc-acp vbi c-acp pn31|vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1,) vbds dt av-ds j np1; dt n1 pp-f av j j n1 p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f np1, (r-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt j n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1 pp-f n1,) cst pns31 vbds vvn dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 415 Page 679
3479 and one who ever gave Life to their Great Affairs. and one who ever gave Life to their Great Affairs. cc pi r-crq av vvd n1 p-acp po32 j n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 415 Page 679
3480 Yet being humbled by all his Honours, and so quite tired out with his Secular Greatness, as to betake himself for Refuge unto a Contrary condition, he spent the Residue of his Time in such Monastical Contentments and Contemplations, Yet being humbled by all his Honours, and so quite tired out with his Secular Greatness, as to betake himself for Refuge unto a Contrary condition, he spent the Residue of his Time in such Monastical Contentment's and Contemplations, av vbg vvn p-acp d po31 ng1, cc av av vvn av p-acp po31 j n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d j ng1 cc n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 415 Page 679
3481 as drew out his Life to the Hundredth year. as drew out his Life to the Hundredth year. c-acp vvd av po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 415 Page 679
3482 § 16. These and very many others, as well in Ancient as Modern Story, may be sufficient to perswade us to be of Bias his opinion: § 16. These and very many Others, as well in Ancient as Modern Story, may be sufficient to persuade us to be of Bias his opinion: § crd np1 cc av d n2-jn, c-acp av p-acp j c-acp j n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi pp-f n1 po31 n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 416 Page 679
3483 That a man's Riches are to be carried, not on his Shoulders, but in his Breast; (and by consequence to be kept, not in his Coffers, but in his Brain;) They are to be such aswill attend him to what place soever he takes his Flight; and such as will stick to him at last in the day of Wrath. These men knew as well, That a Man's Riches Are to be carried, not on his Shoulders, but in his Breast; (and by consequence to be kept, not in his Coffers, but in his Brain;) They Are to be such aswill attend him to what place soever he Takes his Flight; and such as will stick to him At last in the day of Wrath. These men knew as well, cst dt ng1 n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, xx p-acp po31 n2, p-acp p-acp po31 n1; (cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, xx p-acp po31 n2, p-acp p-acp po31 n1;) pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi d uh vvb pno31 p-acp r-crq n1 av pns31 vvz po31 n1; cc d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 n2 vvd a-acp av, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 416 Page 680
3484 as Apollo 's Oracle could tell them; as Apollo is Oracle could tell them; c-acp np1 vbz n1 vmd vvi pno32; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 416 Page 680
3485 that Aglaus was happier in his Cottage, than King Gyges upon his Throne. And were convinced with Anaxagoras, that publick Honours and vast Revenues can very hardly and very seldom consist with Bliss: that Aglaus was Happier in his Cottage, than King Gyges upon his Throne. And were convinced with Anaxagoras, that public Honours and vast Revenues can very hardly and very seldom consist with Bliss: cst np1 vbds jc p-acp po31 n1, cs n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1. cc vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cst j ng1 cc j n2 vmb av av cc av av vvb p-acp n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 416 Page 680
3486 but that every man's Happiness is to be sought for in his Recess. but that every Man's Happiness is to be sought for in his Recess. cc-acp cst d ng1 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 416 Page 680
3487 § 17. If it shall now be imputed to me, that I have spent too much time in seconding Reason with Example, I have This to alledge in my justification; § 17. If it shall now be imputed to me, that I have spent too much time in seconding Reason with Exampl, I have This to allege in my justification; § crd cs pn31 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp pno11, cst pns11 vhb vvn av d n1 p-acp vvg vvb p-acp n1, pns11 vhb d pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 680
3488 That Example upon many works more than Reason. Sure I am that it did upon The Emperour Charles the Fifth, if either Strada, or Thuanus, or Both together may be believ'd. That Exampl upon many works more than Reason. Sure I am that it did upon The Emperor Charles the Fifth, if either Strada, or Thuanus, or Both together may be believed. cst n1 p-acp d vvz av-dc cs n1. j pns11 vbm cst pn31 vdd p-acp dt n1 np1 dt ord, cs d np1, cc np1, cc d av vmb vbi vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 680
3489 For their Accompt of him is This: For their Account of him is This: p-acp po32 vvb pp-f pno31 vbz d: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 680
3490 That as one man's Example taught him to make his Resolution of laying all his Crowns down at the Feet of Christ, That as one Man's Exampl taught him to make his Resolution of laying all his Crowns down At the Feet of christ, cst p-acp crd ng1 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f vvg d po31 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3491 so the Examples of many more did confirm him in it: so the Examples of many more did confirm him in it: av dt n2 pp-f d dc vdd vvb pno31 p-acp pn31: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3492 But with this great and signal Difference, that the Example which suggested his Purpose to him, was taken from a Poor and a Private man; But with this great and signal Difference, that the Exampl which suggested his Purpose to him, was taken from a Poor and a Private man; cc-acp p-acp d j cc n1 n1, cst dt n1 r-crq vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31, vbds vvn p-acp dt j cc dt j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3493 whereas the many more Examples which brought That Purpose to Execution, were of those Emperours and Monarchs of equal Dignity with Himself: whereas the many more Examples which brought That Purpose to Execution, were of those emperors and Monarchs of equal Dignity with Himself: cs dt d dc n2 r-crq vvd cst vvb p-acp n1, vbdr pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp px31: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3494 To wit the Emperour Dioclesian amongst the Heathen; and amongst our Christian Emperours, Anastasius the Second, Theodosius the Third, Isacius Comnenus, Michael Rangabe, Michael the Son of Ducas, Nicephorus Botoniates, Manuel Comnenus, Iohannes Cantacuzenus, and the no less Religious than Great Lotharius. Some of which Emperours (he observ'd) had beaten their Scepters into Spades, wherewith they dug their own Graves in their several Gardens. To wit the Emperor Diocletian among the Heathen; and among our Christian emperors, Anastasius the Second, Theodosius the Third, Isacius Comnenus, Michael Rangabe, Michael the Son of Ducas, Nicephorus Botoniates, Manuel Comnenus, Iohannes Cantacuzenus, and the no less Religious than Great Lotharius. some of which emperors (he observed) had beaten their Sceptres into Spades, wherewith they dug their own Graves in their several Gardens. pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 p-acp dt j-jn; cc p-acp po12 np1 n2, np1 dt ord, np1 dt ord, np1 np1, np1 np1, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 np1, np1 np1, np1 np1, cc dt av-dx av-dc j cs j np1. d pp-f r-crq n2 (pns31 vvd) vhd vvn po32 n2 p-acp n2, c-crq pns32 vvd po32 d n2 p-acp po32 j n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3495 Others thought it their safest course, to leave the Pleasures of the Court for the Severities of the Cloyster. All preferring an obscure and a silent Life, Others Thought it their Safest course, to leave the Pleasures of the Court for the Severities of the Cloister. All preferring an Obscure and a silent Life, ng2-jn vvd pn31 po32 js n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. d vvg dt j cc dt j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3496 before the splendid'st Injoyments this World could yield them. before the splendid'st Enjoyments this World could yield them. p-acp dt vv2 n2 d n1 vmd vvi pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 681
3497 Now All I pretend to in This first Lesson I am upon, and in arguing as I have argued à majori ad minus, is not immodestly to contend with any Great man, to seek his lessening; especially if his Case is such, Now All I pretend to in This First lesson I am upon, and in arguing as I have argued à majori ad minus, is not immodestly to contend with any Great man, to seek his lessening; especially if his Case is such, av d pns11 vvb p-acp p-acp d ord n1 pns11 vbm p-acp, cc p-acp vvg c-acp pns11 vhb vvn fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, p-acp vvb po31 vvg; av-j cs po31 n1 vbz d, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3498 as that he cannot descend at all, without his falling quite headlong; But I pretend unto a Prevalence with men of inferiour and low Degree, to acquiesce in that Station which God does see is best for them; as that he cannot descend At all, without his falling quite headlong; But I pretend unto a Prevalence with men of inferior and low Degree, to acquiesce in that Station which God does see is best for them; c-acp cst pns31 vmbx vvb p-acp d, p-acp po31 vvg av av-j; cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn cc j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vdz vvi vbz av-js p-acp pno32; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3499 to acquiesce in His Will, whose Will is Wisdom; and not to be so excentrical in the Motions of their Souls, to acquiesce in His Will, whose Will is Wisdom; and not to be so excentrical in the Motions of their Souls, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 vmb, rg-crq vmb vbz n1; cc xx pc-acp vbi av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3500 as to be crossing God's Providence with their Indeavours or Designs; as to be crossing God's Providence with their Endeavours or Designs; c-acp pc-acp vbi vvg npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3501 Nor to oppose their Will to His, by the Carnality of their seeking Greater Things for themselves than their God allows. Nor to oppose their Will to His, by the Carnality of their seeking Greater Things for themselves than their God allows. ccx pc-acp vvi po32 vmb p-acp po31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg jc n2 p-acp px32 cs po32 n1 vvz. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3502 I aim at teaching inferiour men who do not exceed mine own Size, to reason and argue within themselves à majori ad minus. For why should little men be seeking Great Things for themselves, I aim At teaching inferior men who do not exceed mine own Size, to reason and argue within themselves à majori ad minus. For why should little men be seeking Great Things for themselves, pns11 vvb p-acp vvg j-jn n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi po11 d n1, p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp px32 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. c-acp q-crq vmd j n2 vbb vvg j n2 p-acp px32, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3503 when many Inheritors of Greatness have been exceedingly sick of it, and therefore have left it as a Disease; whilst others, afraid of its Infection, have perseveringly rejected the offers of it? when many Inheritors of Greatness have been exceedingly sick of it, and Therefore have left it as a Disease; while Others, afraid of its Infection, have perseveringly rejected the offers of it? c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn av-vvg j pp-f pn31, cc av vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1; cs n2-jn, j pp-f po31 n1, vhb av-vvg vvn dt vvz pp-f pn31? (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 417 Page 682
3504 § 18. But there is another Lesson for Great men also; § 18. But there is Another lesson for Great men also; § crd p-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 p-acp j n2 av; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 682
3505 who may learn (if they please) as well from the Reproof, as from the Prohibition of God to Baruch, if not to part with their Greatness, (as the best of the greatest have often done,) at least to know when they are well; who may Learn (if they please) as well from the Reproof, as from the Prohibition of God to baruch, if not to part with their Greatness, (as the best of the greatest have often done,) At least to know when they Are well; q-crq vmb vvi (cs pns32 vvb) c-acp av p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cs xx p-acp vvb p-acp po32 n1, (c-acp dt js pp-f dt js vhb av vdn,) p-acp ds pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vbr av; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3506 or if they patiently accept, yet at least not to seek an Increase of Greatness; or if they patiently accept, yet At least not to seek an Increase of Greatness; cc cs pns32 av-j vvi, av p-acp ds xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3507 much less to seek it for themselves, their private Interest and Advantage, without a due respect to the Publick Good; Not to be guilty of so much Levity, as still to soar higher and higher, (as all light things are wont to do,) but to prescribe unto themselves a Ne plus ultra; a certain Term beyond which they will never tend. much less to seek it for themselves, their private Interest and Advantage, without a due respect to the Public Good; Not to be guilty of so much Levity, as still to soar higher and higher, (as all Light things Are wont to do,) but to prescribe unto themselves a Ne plus ultra; a certain Term beyond which they will never tend. av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp px32, po32 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j j; xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f av d n1, p-acp j pc-acp vvi av-jc cc av-jc, (c-acp d j n2 vbr j pc-acp vdi,) cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 dt fw-fr fw-fr fw-la; dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb av-x vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3508 The Emperour Pertinax, of a Grammarian, was well enough contented to become a Great man; The Emperor Pertinax, of a Grammarian, was well enough contented to become a Great man; dt n1 np1, pp-f dt n1, vbds av av-d vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3509 and to indure as much Envy as he knew what to do with, or how to bear: and to endure as much Envy as he knew what to do with, or how to bear: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vvd r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3510 But did not like to be the Object of All mens Envy: But did not like to be the Object of All men's Envy: cc-acp vdd xx av-j pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3511 and therefore 'twas with great Reluctance that He accepted of the Empire; or rather he did not so much accept it, and Therefore 'twas with great Reluctance that He accepted of the Empire; or rather he did not so much accept it, cc av pn31|vbds p-acp j n1 cst pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1; cc av-c pns31 vdd xx av d vvb pn31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3512 as 'twas by Force impos'd upon him. as 'twas by Force imposed upon him. c-acp pn31|vbds p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3513 Glabrio was not discontented with his being at the Top of the Roman Senate; But knowing That to be enough, he durst not rise a Step higher, Glabrio was not discontented with his being At the Top of the Roman Senate; But knowing That to be enough, he durst not rise a Step higher, np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp po31 vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1; p-acp vvg cst pc-acp vbi av-d, pns31 vvd xx vvi dt vvb av-jc, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 683
3514 and so refus'd the same Empire with the same earnestness and vehemence, wherewith Pertinax Himself would have thrown it on him. and so refused the same Empire with the same earnestness and vehemence, wherewith Pertinax Himself would have thrown it on him. cc av vvd dt d n1 p-acp dt d n1 cc n1, c-crq np1 px31 vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 684
3515 Maximinus was not unwilling, from a very low Birth, and from the Breeding of a Shepherd, to be advanced by degrees to be the General of an Army: Maximinus was not unwilling, from a very low Birth, and from the Breeding of a Shepherd, to be advanced by Degrees to be the General of an Army: np1 vbds xx j, p-acp dt j j n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 684
3516 But yet he knew his full measure; But yet he knew his full measure; cc-acp av pns31 vvd po31 j n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 684
3517 and was really so afraid of being rais'd a step higher, that he did obstinately refuse to accept the Empire, till being compell'd by a Great Army with their Swords drawn about him, he was fain to take it up in his own Defence, and only as somewhat a lesser Evil, than to be murder'd for his Humility. The like judicious apprehension had the incomparable Decius of Worldly Greatness. and was really so afraid of being raised a step higher, that he did obstinately refuse to accept the Empire, till being compelled by a Great Army with their Swords drawn about him, he was fain to take it up in his own Defence, and only as somewhat a lesser Evil, than to be murdered for his Humility. The like judicious apprehension had the incomparable Decius of Worldly Greatness. cc vbds av-j av j pp-f vbg vvn dt n1 av-jc, cst pns31 vdd av-j vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2 vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp p-acp po31 d n1, cc av-j c-acp av dt jc n-jn, cs pc-acp vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1. dt j j n1 vhd dt j np1 pp-f j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 684
3518 An Emperour could no more persuade him to take the Government of the Army, than the Army could make him willing to take the Government of the Empire. And thô at last he discharged Both, yet he did Both against his Will, and by meer Coaction. For Zosimus tells of him expresly, NONLATINALPHABET. an Emperor could no more persuade him to take the Government of the Army, than the Army could make him willing to take the Government of the Empire. And though At last he discharged Both, yet he did Both against his Will, and by mere Coaction. For Zosimus tells of him expressly,. dt n1 vmd av-dx av-dc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc cs p-acp ord pns31 vvd av-d, av pns31 vdd d p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp j n1. p-acp np1 vvz pp-f pno31 av-j,. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 684
3519 Such an Aversion to Advancement (above what was enough ) had the Emperour Tacitus; who to escape the Danger of it, hid Himself for two Months from all Discovery. Such an Aversion to Advancement (above what was enough) had the Emperor Tacitus; who to escape the Danger of it, hid Himself for two Months from all Discovery. d dt n1 p-acp n1 (p-acp r-crq vbds av-d) vhd dt n1 np1; r-crq p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvd px31 p-acp crd n2 p-acp d n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3520 Out of which Hiding-hole when he was drawn, as out of a Dungeon into a Throne, Out of which Hiding-hole when he was drawn, as out of a Dungeon into a Throne, av pp-f r-crq n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, c-acp av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3521 how did he plead against Himself his Inability to ascend it? How many Infirmities did he pretend to, (which in truth and by right he could never own,) to excuse his rejection of so much Glory? Nor ▪ was it any fault of His, that his Rejection was rejected. how did he plead against Himself his Inability to ascend it? How many Infirmities did he pretend to, (which in truth and by right he could never own,) to excuse his rejection of so much Glory? Nor ▪ was it any fault of His, that his Rejection was rejected. q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp px31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31? c-crq d n1 vdd pns31 vvi p-acp, (r-crq p-acp n1 cc p-acp n-jn pns31 vmd av-x vvi,) p-acp vvb po31 n1 pp-f av d n1? ccx ▪ vbds pn31 d n1 pp-f png31, cst po31 n1 vbds vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3522 The Noble Perdiccas had an Ambition to be a Great man at Court, but not the Greatest. He extended it as far as was agreeable with his Subjection; But there it left him. The Noble Perdiccas had an Ambition to be a Great man At Court, but not the Greatest. He extended it as Far as was agreeable with his Subjection; But there it left him. dt j np1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp xx dt js. pns31 vvd pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp vbds j p-acp po31 n1; p-acp pc-acp pn31 vvd pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3523 For Curtius tells us, He refus'd the absolute Empire of the World, when after Alexander 's Death it was offer'd to him. For Curtius tells us, He refused the absolute Empire of the World, when After Alexander is Death it was offered to him. p-acp npg1 vvz pno12, pns31 vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq p-acp np1 vbz n1 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3524 So did Xenophon more than once the Honour of being Generalissimo, when all the Army of the Greeks would have cast it on him. So did Xenophon more than once the Honour of being Generalissimo, when all the Army of the Greeks would have cast it on him. av vdd np1 av-dc cs a-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg n1, c-crq d dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3525 So did Quintus Fabius Maximus the highest Magistracy in Rome, alledging his Age, and his Infirmities, till both the Senators and the People were fain to compel him to an Acceptance. So did Quintus Fabius Maximus the highest Magistracy in Room, alleging his Age, and his Infirmities, till both the Senators and the People were fain to compel him to an Acceptance. av vdd np1 np1 fw-la dt js n1 p-acp vvi, vvg po31 n1, cc po31 n1, c-acp d dt n2 cc dt n1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 685
3526 So did Manlius Torquatus object the Illness of his Eyes against his being created Consul. And when That could not excuse him, his chiding did. So did Manlius Torquatus Object the Illness of his Eyes against his being created Consul. And when That could not excuse him, his chiding did. av vdd np1 np1 n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 vbg vvn n1. cc c-crq d vmd xx vvi pno31, po31 vvg vdd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3527 Nec vestros mores Consul ferre potero, nec vos Imperium meum. Were I Consul (said He) I should no more indure your looser lives, Nec vestros mores Consul Far potero, nec vos Imperium meum. Were I Consul (said He) I should no more endure your looser lives, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 av-j fw-la, fw-la fw-fr np1 fw-la. vbdr pns11 n1 (vvd pns31) pns11 vmd av-dx av-dc vvi po22 jc n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3528 than you my strict and severer Discipline. than you my strict and severer Discipline. cs pn22 po11 j cc jc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3529 They were obstinate in their Choice, But so was He in his Refusal. Thus the Consulship of Rome was ambitious of him; They were obstinate in their Choice, But so was He in his Refusal. Thus the Consulship of Room was ambitious of him; pns32 vbdr j p-acp po32 j, p-acp av vbds pns31 p-acp po31 n1. av dt n1 pp-f vvb vbds j pp-f pno31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3530 That which other men Coveted, to Him went begging. And Honour it self had a Repulse in being the Candidate of Manlius; whom Greatness earnestly, and with Zeal, but vainly courted for his Consent. That which other men Coveted, to Him went begging. And Honour it self had a Repulse in being the Candidate of Manlius; whom Greatness earnestly, and with Zeal, but vainly courted for his Consent. cst r-crq j-jn n2 vvn, p-acp pno31 vvd vvg. cc vvi pn31 n1 vhd dt vvi p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f np1; ro-crq n1 av-j, cc p-acp n1, p-acp av-j vvn p-acp po31 vvb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3531 So Vipsanius Agrippa, to whom Augustus ow'd the most for the full Settlement of his Empire, refus'd a Triumph which was decreed him for his conquering and quieting the Asian Rebels. So Fabricius once refus'd to have his Partnership in a Kingdom, when by a King it was offer'd to him. So Vipsanius Agrippa, to whom Augustus owed the most for the full Settlement of his Empire, refused a Triumph which was decreed him for his conquering and quieting the Asian Rebels. So Fabricius once refused to have his Partnership in a Kingdom, when by a King it was offered to him. np1 np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq npg1 vvd dt av-ds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j-vvg cc vvg dt jp n2. av np1 a-acp vvn p-acp vhb po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3532 Marcius Rutilus Censorinus, and Fabius Maximus, did not only content themselves with a Refusal of the Honours conferr'd upon them, Marcius Rutilus Censorinus, and Fabius Maximus, did not only content themselves with a Refusal of the Honours conferred upon them, np1 np1 np1, cc np1 np1, vdd xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvn p-acp pno32, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3533 but chid the Romans very severely for the Excess of such Favours so misapply'd. So Marcus Marcellus, thô the first who made it evident that Syracuse might be taken, but Child the Roman very severely for the Excess of such Favours so misapplied. So Marcus Marcellus, though the First who made it evident that Syracuse might be taken, cc-acp vvn dt njp2 av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 av vvn. av np1 np1, cs dt ord r-crq vvd pn31 j cst np1 vmd vbi vvn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 686
3534 and even Hanibal subdued, refus'd the Government of Sicily, and shifted it off on his Collegue. and even Hannibal subdued, refused the Government of Sicily, and shifted it off on his Colleague. cc av np1 vvn, vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp p-acp po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 687
3535 So the Seven Wise men of Greece were in nothing more thought to have shewn their Wisdom, So the Seven Wise men of Greece were in nothing more Thought to have shown their Wisdom, np1 dt crd j n2 pp-f np1 vbdr a-acp pix av-dc vvn pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 687
3536 than in shifting off a Treasure from the one unto the other, as men are wont to do Burdens they hate to bear. than in shifting off a Treasure from the one unto the other, as men Are wont to do Burdens they hate to bear. cs p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp n2 vbr j pc-acp vdi n2 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 687
3537 Cn. Marcus Coriolanus, thô of Princely Family and Descent, affected rather to fall, than rise; Can Marcus Coriolanus, though of Princely Family and Descent, affected rather to fallen, than rise; np1 np1 np1, c-acp pp-f j n1 cc n1, vvd av-c pc-acp vvi, cs vvi; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 687
3538 and rather Poverty, than Wealth. In so much that in reward of all his Services in the Wars, (which were vastly great,) he would not accept of Land, or Mony, (when Land and Mony were offer'd to him,) as thinking it Happiness enough to have deserv'd them. and rather Poverty, than Wealth. In so much that in reward of all his Services in the Wars, (which were vastly great,) he would not accept of Land, or Money, (when Land and Money were offered to him,) as thinking it Happiness enough to have deserved them. cc av-c n1, cs n1. p-acp av av-d cst p-acp n1 pp-f d po31 n2 p-acp dt n2, (r-crq vbdr av-j j,) pns31 vmd xx vvi pp-f n1, cc n1, (c-crq n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31,) p-acp vvg pn31 n1 av-d pc-acp vhi vvn pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 687
3539 Curius also, thô a Commander who conquer'd Kings, and subdued Kingdoms, was yet so delighted to live a frugal and private Life, that neither the Samnites, nor the Senate could by any Offers shake, much less alter his Resolution. Curious also, though a Commander who conquered Kings, and subdued Kingdoms, was yet so delighted to live a frugal and private Life, that neither the Samnites, nor the Senate could by any Offers shake, much less altar his Resolution. np1 av, cs dt n1 r-crq j-vvn n2, cc j-vvn n2, vbds av av vvd pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1, cst dx dt np2, ccx dt n1 vmd p-acp d vvz vvi, d dc vvi po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 687
3540 Exactly such another was Fabricius Luscinus, the Noblest Roman of his time in point of Honour, and Authority, and yet by choice one of the Poorest, in point of Fortune: His desiring very little, did pass with him for a Great Possession: His Contempt of all Riches He did esteem the Noblest Treasure: and found it more pretious, than Gold, or Silver, that he would not be tempted by either of them to an Acceptance. Such another was Aelius Tubero, surnamed Catus, who rejected the Richest Plate that could be sent him out of Aetolia; and, Exactly such Another was Fabricius Luscinus, the Noblest Roman of his time in point of Honour, and authority, and yet by choice one of the Poorest, in point of Fortune: His desiring very little, did pass with him for a Great Possession: His Contempt of all Riches He did esteem the Noblest Treasure: and found it more precious, than Gold, or Silver, that he would not be tempted by either of them to an Acceptance. Such Another was Aelius Tubero, surnamed Catus, who rejected the Richest Plate that could be sent him out of Aetolia; and, av-j d j-jn vbds np1 np1, dt js np1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc av p-acp j crd pp-f dt js, p-acp n1 pp-f n1: po31 vvg j j, vdd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1: po31 n1 pp-f d n2 pns31 vdd vvi dt js n1: cc vvd pn31 av-dc j, cs n1, cc n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1. d j-jn vbds np1 np1, vvn np1, r-crq vvd dt js n1 cst vmd vbi vvn pno31 av pp-f np1; cc, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 688
3541 thô of Consulary Rank, made choice of being served in Earthen Vessels. Aemilius Paulus was a man, who having conquer'd K. Perses, and enrich'd all the Romans with the Spoils of Macedonia, did most magnanimously refuse to be the richer for them himself; though of Consulary Rank, made choice of being served in Earthen Vessels. Aemilius Paulus was a man, who having conquered K. Perses, and enriched all the Romans with the Spoils of Macedonia, did most magnanimously refuse to be the Richer for them himself; cs pp-f j n1, vvd n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp j n2. np1 np1 vbds dt n1, r-crq vhg vvn n1 np1, cc vvn d dt np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vdd av-ds av-j vvb pc-acp vbi dt jc p-acp pno32 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 688
3542 as thinking it Recompence enough for his utmost Labours, that his Country had the Emolument, and Himself the satisfaction of doing well. as thinking it Recompense enough for his utmost Labours, that his Country had the Emolument, and Himself the satisfaction of doing well. c-acp vvg pn31 n1 av-d p-acp po31 j n2, cst po31 n1 vhd dt fw-fr, cc px31 dt n1 pp-f vdg av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 688
3543 Such was the generous Self-denial of Fabius Gurges, and Ogulnius, and of the Fabij Pictores, when sent Embassadours into Aegypt, they were opulently Presented by the Munificent King Ptolemy; and however all was meant for their private use only, yet they sent it Home intirely into the Treasury and Bank of the Commonwealth. Conceiving it dishonourable, if not unjust, that Publick Ministers should admit of any other Compensation, than the Publick Commendation of their Performance. Such was the generous Self-denial of Fabius Gurges, and Ogulnius, and of the Fabius Pictures, when sent ambassadors into Egypt, they were opulently Presented by the Munificent King Ptolemy; and however all was meant for their private use only, yet they sent it Home entirely into the Treasury and Bank of the Commonwealth. Conceiving it dishonourable, if not unjust, that Public Ministers should admit of any other Compensation, than the Public Commendation of their Performance. d vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc np1, cc pp-f dt np2 n2, c-crq vvn n2 p-acp np1, pns32 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 np1; cc c-acp d vbds vvn p-acp po32 j n1 av-j, av pns32 vvd pn31 n1-an av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. vvg pn31 j, cs xx j, cst j n2 vmd vvi pp-f d j-jn n1, cs dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3544 Such were also Portius Cato, and Marcus Cato Uticensis, men so proverbial for the Blamelesness and Integrity of their Lives, Such were also Portius Cato, and Marcus Cato Uticensis, men so proverbial for the Blamelessness and Integrity of their Lives, d vbdr av np1 np1, cc np1 np1 np1, n2 av j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3545 for their Enmity to Pleasures, and Severity towards themselves, that I need no more than Name them. for their Enmity to Pleasures, and Severity towards themselves, that I need no more than Name them. p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2, cc n1 p-acp px32, cst pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc cs vvb pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3546 Xenocrates was as free from Lust, and Avarice, and Ambition, as if he had been in good earnest (what Phryne call'd him) an arrant Statue. Alexander the Great would have bought his Friendship, would he have sold it at any Rate. Xenocrates was as free from Lust, and Avarice, and Ambition, as if he had been in good earnest (what Phryne called him) an arrant Statue. Alexander the Great would have bought his Friendship, would he have sold it At any Rate. npg1 vbds a-acp j p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn p-acp j n1 (r-crq np1 vvd pno31) dt j n1. np1 dt j vmd vhi vvn po31 n1, vmd pns31 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp d vvb. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3547 And the Talents which were sent him would have made him extreamly Rich, but that he thought his Best Talent was his Ability to despise them. And the Talents which were sent him would have made him extremely Rich, but that he Thought his Best Talon was his Ability to despise them. np1 dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pno31 vmd vhi vvn pno31 av-jn av-j, cc-acp cst pns31 vvd po31 av-js n1 vbds po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3548 Alexander found it an easier Task to conquer Darius with his Army, than this Philosopher with his Wealth: So that Xenocrates, rather than He, might have been with some reason surnam'd The Great. Omnia habet qui nihil concupiscit, was the Saying of Cornelia, the famous Mother of the Gracchi. And if That has truth in it, certainly Solon, rather than Croesus, might have passed into a Proverb for Riches too. Alexander found it an Easier Task to conquer Darius with his Army, than this Philosopher with his Wealth: So that Xenocrates, rather than He, might have been with Some reason surnamed The Great. Omnia habet qui nihil concupiscit, was the Saying of Cornelia, the famous Mother of the Gracchi. And if That has truth in it, Certainly Solon, rather than Croesus, might have passed into a Proverb for Riches too. np1 vvd pn31 dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 p-acp po31 n1, cs d n1 p-acp po31 n1: av cst np1, av-c cs pns31, vmd vhi vbn p-acp d n1 vvn dt j. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbds dt vvg pp-f np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt np1. cc cs d vhz n1 p-acp pn31, av-j np1, av-c cs np1, vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3549 Valerius Poplicola was four times Consul; Valerius Poplicola was four times Consul; np1 np1 vbds crd n2 n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 689
3550 But it was for his Wisdom, not at all for his Wealth. For contenting himself to have done Great Things for the Commonwealth, But it was for his Wisdom, not At all for his Wealth. For contenting himself to have done Great Things for the Commonwealth, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, xx p-acp d c-acp po31 n1. p-acp vvg px31 pc-acp vhi vdn j n2 p-acp dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 690
3551 and esteeming it his Happiness to do them gratis, he had Estate enough only to live and dye with, and esteeming it his Happiness to do them gratis, he had Estate enough only to live and die with, cc vvg pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 av, pns31 vhd n1 av-d av-j p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 690
3552 But far from enough to pay the Expences of his Burial. Of all he had or was besides, he had been prodigally free; But his Poverty was a Treasure, he would never once part with for all the World. But Far from enough to pay the Expenses of his Burial. Of all he had or was beside, he had been prodigally free; But his Poverty was a Treasure, he would never once part with for all the World. cc-acp av-j p-acp av-d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. pp-f d pns31 vhn cc vbds a-acp, pns31 vhd vbn av-jn j; p-acp po31 n1 vbds dt n1, pns31 vmd av-x c-acp vvb p-acp p-acp d dt n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 690
3553 Agrippa Menenius made it his Choice, to be as deserving, and as poor too, if that can be a man's Poverty, which is his Choice. If'tis, 'tis such a Poverty as makes its Owner most truly Great. And if Agrippa had not been such, he had not sure been made a Iudge between the Senators of Rome and the Common People. But they who differ'd most fiercely in other Matters, could not choose but agree in This, that poor Agrippa Menenius was both the worthiest, and the fittest, and by much the most likely to reconcile them. Agrippa Menenius made it his Choice, to be as deserving, and as poor too, if that can be a Man's Poverty, which is his Choice. If'tis, it's such a Poverty as makes its Owner most truly Great. And if Agrippa had not been such, he had not sure been made a Judge between the Senators of Room and the Common People. But they who differed most fiercely in other Matters, could not choose but agree in This, that poor Agrippa Menenius was both the Worthiest, and the Fittest, and by much the most likely to reconcile them. np1 np1 vvd pn31 po31 n1, pc-acp vbi c-acp vvg, cc c-acp j av, cs d vmb vbi dt ng1 n1, r-crq vbz po31 n1. np1, pn31|vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz po31 n1 av-ds av-j j. cc cs np1 vhd xx vbn d, pns31 vhd xx av-j vbn vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc dt j n1. p-acp pns32 r-crq vvd av-ds av-j p-acp j-jn n2, vmd xx vvi p-acp vvb p-acp d, cst j np1 np1 vbds d dt js, cc dt js, cc p-acp d dt av-ds j pc-acp vvi pno32. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 690
3554 Attilius Regulus with an Estate of no more than Seven Acres, was yet a Great and a Noble Roman; Attelius Regulus with an Estate of no more than Seven Acres, was yet a Great and a Noble Roman; np1 npg1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dx dc cs crd n2, vbds av dt j cc dt j np1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 690
3555 But delighting in a poor and a private Life, he was taken from his Husbandry, to sit at the Helm of the Roman Empire. But delighting in a poor and a private Life, he was taken from his Husbandry, to fit At the Helm of the Roman Empire. cc-acp vvg p-acp dt j cc dt j n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3556 And how unwillingly so advanc'd, did appear by This; And how unwillingly so advanced, did appear by This; cc q-crq av-j av vvn, vdd vvi p-acp d; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3557 That having subdued the Publick Enemies, and settled full Peace in the Commonwealth, he very gladly hast'ned back to That his old way of living by Plough and Harrow, which he had left for some time with an heavy heart. A Consolation to the Poor, and an Instruction to the Rich, how unnecessary to great and glorious Actions meer Riches are. That having subdued the Public Enemies, and settled full Peace in the Commonwealth, he very gladly hastened back to That his old Way of living by Plough and Harrow, which he had left for Some time with an heavy heart. A Consolation to the Poor, and an Instruction to the Rich, how unnecessary to great and glorious Actions mere Riches Are. cst vhg vvn dt j n2, cc vvd j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av av-j vvd av p-acp cst po31 j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp vvb cc n1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 p-acp dt j, cc dt n1 p-acp dt j, c-crq j p-acp j cc j n2 j n2 vbr. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3558 I speak of Riches unattended with Frugality and Prudence, with a Contempt of mean Pleasures, and Moderation, as well as with Conduct and Magnanimity. I speak of Riches unattended with Frugality and Prudence, with a Contempt of mean Pleasures, and Moderation, as well as with Conduct and Magnanimity. pns11 vvb pp-f n2 j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp vvb cc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3559 Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus was just as Rich, or as Poor, as Attilius Regulus: to wit a Lord of Seven Acres, and very busy at his Plough, when the Dictatorship of Rome was presented to him. Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus was just as Rich, or as Poor, as Attelius Regulus: to wit a Lord of Seven Acres, and very busy At his Plough, when the Dictatorship of Rome was presented to him. np1 np1 np1 vbds j c-acp j, cc p-acp j, c-acp np1 np1: pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f crd n2, cc j j p-acp po31 vvb, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3560 A glorious Dignity he receiv'd, but not enrich'd himself by. A glorious Dignity he received, but not enriched himself by. dt j n1 pns31 vvn, p-acp xx vvn px31 p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3561 For it appears that his Seven Acres were at last shrunk to Four; he having lost the other Three, by being a Surety for his Friend. Lord! For it appears that his Seven Acres were At last shrunk to Four; he having lost the other Three, by being a Surety for his Friend. Lord! p-acp pn31 vvz cst po31 crd n2 vbdr p-acp ord vvn p-acp crd; pns31 vhg vvn dt j-jn crd, p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. n1! (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3562 the vastly wide difference 'twixt Those Times, and These! the vastly wide difference betwixt Those Times, and These! dt av-j j n1 p-acp d n2, cc d! (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 691
3563 or 'twixt Their Grandees, and Ours! Ours are thought to live narrowly, if their Houses do not stand on as many Acres, as made up all This renowned Dictator's Means. Valerius tells us of a King he names not, (but describes to have been of a subtil Judgment) who said of a Diadem deliver'd to him, that if a man did well consider, together with the outside, the inside of it, (meaning the Troubles, or betwixt Their Grandees, and Ours! Ours Are Thought to live narrowly, if their Houses do not stand on as many Acres, as made up all This renowned Dictator's Means. Valerius tells us of a King he names not, (but describes to have been of a subtle Judgement) who said of a Diadem Delivered to him, that if a man did well Consider, together with the outside, the inside of it, (meaning the Troubles, cc p-acp po32 n2, cc png12! png12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av-j, cs po32 n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp c-acp d n2, a-acp vvd a-acp d d j-vvn ng1 n2. np1 vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz xx, (c-acp vvz pc-acp vhi vbn pp-f dt j n1) r-crq vvd pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cst cs dt n1 vdd av vvi, av p-acp dt av-an, dt av-an pp-f pn31, (vvg dt vvz, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 692
3564 and the Dangers, and the Anxieties it is lin'd with, ) he would not have it for taking up. And if Genusius had not been of the same opinion, (by knowing the linings of a Crown at the Cost of others,) he would not sure have left Rome in a voluntary exchange for perpetual Banishment, meerly to escape the Possession of it; and the Dangers, and the Anxieties it is lined with,) he would not have it for taking up. And if Genusius had not been of the same opinion, (by knowing the linings of a Crown At the Cost of Others,) he would not sure have left Room in a voluntary exchange for perpetual Banishment, merely to escape the Possession of it; cc dt n2, cc dt n2 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp,) pns31 vmd xx vhi pn31 p-acp vvg a-acp. cc cs np1 vhd xx vbn pp-f dt d n1, (p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn,) pns31 vmd xx av-j vhi vvn vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp j n1, av-j p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 692
3565 meerly to be free from a Coronation. And however Theopompus did not plainly run away from the Crown of Sparta, yet he instituted the Ephori, whereby to make it the less significant, and so as to sit upon his Head with less disease. merely to be free from a Coronation. And however Theopompus did not plainly run away from the Crown of Sparta, yet he instituted the Ephori, whereby to make it the less significant, and so as to fit upon his Head with less disease. av-j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1. cc c-acp np1 vdd xx av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vvd dt fw-la, c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 dt av-dc j, cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp av-dc n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 418 Page 692
3566 § 19. These and multitudes of the like (whom to mention even with Brevity, were to be tedious,) thô they were Persons in Themselves of very Great Honour, and Renown, were yet exceedingly much the Greater, for their having had such limited and stinted Appetites; § 19. These and Multitudes of the like (whom to mention even with Brevity, were to be tedious,) though they were Persons in Themselves of very Great Honour, and Renown, were yet exceedingly much the Greater, for their having had such limited and stinted Appetites; § crd np1 cc n2 pp-f dt j (r-crq pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1, vbdr pc-acp vbi j,) cs pns32 vbdr ng1 p-acp px32 pp-f j j n1, cc n1, vbdr av av-vvg av-d dt jc, p-acp po32 vhg vhn d vvn cc vvd n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 693
3567 for their knowing what was necessary, and what expedient; what was sufficient for their great Purposes, and when they had innocently enough. They did not only not seek Greater Things for themselves than they had already, for their knowing what was necessary, and what expedient; what was sufficient for their great Purposes, and when they had innocently enough. They did not only not seek Greater Things for themselves than they had already, p-acp po32 vvg r-crq vbds j, cc r-crq j; r-crq vbds j p-acp po32 j n2, cc c-crq pns32 vhd av-jn av-d. pns32 vdd xx av-j xx vvi jc n2 p-acp px32 cs pns32 vhd av, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 693
3568 But either unwillingly did admit them, and with Reluctance; or else did obstinately refuse them, But either unwillingly did admit them, and with Reluctance; or Else did obstinately refuse them, cc-acp d av-j vdd vvi pno32, cc p-acp n1; cc av vdd av-j vvb pno32, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 693
3569 and cast them off. Nay so far they were from seeking Great Things for themselves, that they sought their lessening. They thought there was nothing truly Great, and cast them off. Nay so Far they were from seeking Great Things for themselves, that they sought their lessening. They Thought there was nothing truly Great, cc vvd pno32 a-acp. uh av av-j pns32 vbdr p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp px32, cst pns32 vvd po32 vvg. pns32 vvd a-acp vbds pix av-j j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 693
3570 or great enough to be sought, but the Publick Good. And for This very reason They were the Glory of their Times; The Pride and Pleasure of their Historians; and (which is more to their advantage) they were the Blessings, and the Supports, and the great Ornaments of the Countries wherein they liv'd. or great enough to be sought, but the Public Good. And for This very reason They were the Glory of their Times; The Pride and Pleasure of their Historians; and (which is more to their advantage) they were the Blessings, and the Supports, and the great Ornament of the Countries wherein they lived. cc j av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt j j. cc p-acp d j n1 pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; cc (r-crq vbz av-dc p-acp po32 n1) pns32 vbdr dt n2, cc dt vvz, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 693
3571 But when a man, having arriv'd at Great Things already, is ever casting about for Greater, and has an Ambition like the Fire, which ever craves the more fewel, the more it has; when his Appetite after Honour is as inordinate and as endless, as was That of Albert Wallestein, whom nothing less would ever satisfie, But when a man, having arrived At Great Things already, is ever casting about for Greater, and has an Ambition like the Fire, which ever craves the more fuel, the more it has; when his Appetite After Honour is as inordinate and as endless, as was That of Albert Wallenstein, whom nothing less would ever satisfy, p-acp c-crq dt n1, vhg vvn p-acp j n2 av, vbz av vvg a-acp p-acp jc, cc vhz dt n1 av-j dt n1, r-crq av vvz dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc pn31 vhz; c-crq po31 n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp j cc c-acp j, a-acp vbds d pp-f np1 np1, ro-crq pix av-dc vmd av vvi, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 694
3572 than the being above his Maker; Then a man's Greatness is his Disease, and his Disease of the worst sort too. than the being above his Maker; Then a Man's Greatness is his Disease, and his Disease of the worst sort too. cs dt vbg p-acp po31 n1; av dt ng1 n1 vbz po31 n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f dt js n1 av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 694
3573 'Tis his Hydrops, his Boulimis, his intolerable Prurigo, worse than the Furor Uterinus, which made the Great Empress Barbara the vilest Thing in the whole Empire. Even He, whose Abundance of Meat makes him hungry, and He whose Superfluity of Drink makes him dry, is not quite so sad a Creature, It's his Hydrops, his Boulimis, his intolerable Prurigo, Worse than the furor Uterinus, which made the Great Empress Barbara the Vilest Thing in the Whole Empire. Even He, whose Abundance of Meat makes him hungry, and He whose Superfluity of Drink makes him dry, is not quite so sad a Creature, pn31|vbz po31 n2, po31 np1, po31 j np1, jc cs dt fw-la fw-la, r-crq vvd dt j n1 np1 dt js n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. av-j pns31, rg-crq n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31 j, cc pns31 rg-crq n1 pp-f vvb vvz pno31 j, vbz xx av av j dt n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 694
3574 nor quite so much to be deplor'd, as He whose Honour makes him Ambitious, and whose overmuch Wealth excites his Avarice. nor quite so much to be deplored, as He whose Honour makes him Ambitious, and whose overmuch Wealth excites his Avarice. ccx av av av-d pc-acp vbi vvd, c-acp pns31 rg-crq vvb vvz pno31 j, cc r-crq av n1 vvz po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 419 Page 694
3575 That such there are in This World, who do enlarge their Desires as Hell, and are as greedy as the Grave, who like the two Daughters of Solomon's Horsleech, have still enough, and too much, yet still too little; are often full, and often weary, yet never satisfied, with seeking Great Things for Themselves, (I say that such Things there are,) I need not take pains to convince my Hearers. That such there Are in This World, who do enlarge their Desires as Hell, and Are as greedy as the Grave, who like the two Daughters of Solomon's Horseleech, have still enough, and too much, yet still too little; Are often full, and often weary, yet never satisfied, with seeking Great Things for Themselves, (I say that such Things there Are,) I need not take pains to convince my Hearers. cst d a-acp vbr p-acp d n1, r-crq vdb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc vbr a-acp j p-acp dt j, r-crq av-j dt crd ng1 pp-f npg1 n1, vhb j av-d, cc av av-d, av j av j; vbr av j, cc av j, av av-x vvn, p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp px32, (pns11 vvb cst d n2 pc-acp vbr,) pns11 vvb xx vvi n2 pc-acp vvi po11 n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 420 Page 694
3576 For All the Miseries we have read of, and all the Miseries we have seen in our own Civil Wars, (not now to mention all the Miseries we have felt, ) have been especially the Effects of That Disease I now speak of; For All the Misery's we have read of, and all the Misery's we have seen in our own Civil Wars, (not now to mention all the Misery's we have felt,) have been especially the Effects of That Disease I now speak of; p-acp d dt ng1 n1 vhb vvn pp-f, cc d dt ng1 n1 vhb vvn p-acp po12 d j n2, (xx av pc-acp vvi d dt ng1 n1 vhb vvn,) vhb vbn av-j dt n2 pp-f d n1 pns11 av vvi pp-f; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 420 Page 695
3577 If I may not rather call it a Complication of Diseases, which is commonly made up of four Ingredients; If I may not rather call it a Complication of Diseases, which is commonly made up of four Ingredients; cs pns11 vmb xx av-c vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz av-j vvn a-acp pp-f crd n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 420 Page 695
3578 to wit a boundless Ambition, an unstinted Avarice, a restless Envy, and an insatiable Concupiscence after the Pleasure of Revenge. to wit a boundless Ambition, an unstinted Avarice, a restless Envy, and an insatiable Concupiscence After the Pleasure of Revenge. pc-acp vvi dt j n1, dt vvd n1, dt j n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 420 Page 695
3579 § 20. Now in order to the Prevention, or to the Cure, (that is to say, to the killing ) of such a complicated Disease, every Great man must choose so fit a Condition for Himself, § 20. Now in order to the Prevention, or to the Cure, (that is to say, to the killing) of such a complicated Disease, every Great man must choose so fit a Condition for Himself, § crd av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt vvb, (cst vbz pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt vvg) pp-f d dt vvn n1, d j n1 vmb vvi av j dt n1 p-acp px31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 695
3580 and such an wholsom Proportion of this present World, as may be aptest in it self to secure his Interest in the Next. Woolsey wish't he had done it, (and Wallestein too,) when 'twas too late. But Sir Thomas Moor did it, and such an wholesome Proportion of this present World, as may be aptest in it self to secure his Interest in the Next. Woolsey wished he had done it, (and Wallenstein too,) when 'twas too late. But Sir Thomas Moor did it, cc d dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, c-acp vmb vbb js p-acp pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt ord. np1 vvd pns31 vhd vdn pn31, (cc np1 av,) c-crq pn31|vbds av av-j. p-acp n1 np1 n1 vdd pn31, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 695
3581 and that in Time. This incomparable Person, (whom Ludovicus Vives thought it dangerous to commend, and that in Time. This incomparable Person, (whom Louis Vives Thought it dangerous to commend, cc d p-acp n1. d j n1, (r-crq np1 np1 vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 695
3582 for fear of doing him great wrong by falling short of his Perfections,) having been raised by his own Merits, for Fear of doing him great wrong by falling short of his Perfections,) having been raised by his own Merits, p-acp n1 pp-f vdg pno31 j n-jn p-acp vvg j pp-f po31 n2,) vhg vbn vvn p-acp po31 d n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 695
3583 and without his own seeking, from a very low Estate to the High Chancellorship of England, became so satiated and cloy'd, as well with the Honour, as with the Cares of his glorious Office, that he gladly laid it down, (out of the love he had to Privacy and Tranquillity of Life,) as any other man's Avarice, helped on by his Ambition, could take it up. and without his own seeking, from a very low Estate to the High Chancellorship of England, became so satiated and cloyed, as well with the Honour, as with the Cares of his glorious Office, that he gladly laid it down, (out of the love he had to Privacy and Tranquillity of Life,) as any other Man's Avarice, helped on by his Ambition, could take it up. cc p-acp po31 d vvg, p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvd av vvn cc vvn, c-acp av p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cst pns31 av-j vvd pn31 a-acp, (av pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhd p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1,) c-acp d j-jn ng1 n1, vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi pn31 a-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 696
3584 And this he did whilst yet a Favourite, far from being under the Cloud (which he afterwards was in) of his King's Displeasure. And this he did while yet a Favourite, Far from being under the Cloud (which he afterwards was in) of his King's Displeasure. cc d pns31 vdd cs av dt n1, av-j p-acp vbg p-acp dt n1 (r-crq pns31 av vbds a-acp) pp-f po31 ng1 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 696
3585 Yea he esteem'd it an higher Favour to be permitted by his Prince to ease himself of such Grandeur, than That wherewith at first it was laid upon him. Yea he esteemed it an higher Favour to be permitted by his Prince to ease himself of such Grandeur, than That wherewith At First it was laid upon him. uh pns31 vvd pn31 dt jc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvb px31 pp-f d n1, cs cst c-crq p-acp ord pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 696
3586 It being the Thing which from a Child he had wish'd and pray'd for, That God would give him such a Vacation from the Affairs of This Life, It being the Thing which from a Child he had wished and prayed for, That God would give him such a Vacation from the Affairs of This Life, pn31 vbg dt n1 r-crq p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn cc vvd p-acp, cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 696
3587 as might suffice him to contemplate the Immortality of the Next, and fit himself for its Injoyment. Which his Prayer having been granted, both by God, and the King, he was so exceedingly Thankful for, as might suffice him to contemplate the Immortality of the Next, and fit himself for its Enjoyment. Which his Prayer having been granted, both by God, and the King, he was so exceedingly Thankful for, c-acp vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt ord, cc j px31 p-acp po31 n1. r-crq po31 n1 vhg vbn vvn, av-d p-acp np1, cc dt n1, pns31 vbds av av-vvg j p-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 696
3588 as to carry his Gratitude to his Grave, and so as to order its being written upon his Gravestone. From whence being transferr'd to his Publick Works, 'tis likely now to live as long as the Art of Printing. as to carry his Gratitude to his Grave, and so as to order its being written upon his Gravestone. From whence being transferred to his Public Works, it's likely now to live as long as the Art of Printing. c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 j, cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 vbg vvn p-acp po31 np1. p-acp q-crq n1 vvd p-acp po31 j vvz, pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 696
3589 So when the famous William of Wainflet (as Budden tells us) made it his choice to devest himself of the High Chancellorship of England, and gave the King immortal Thanks for giving him liberty so to do, He did it not only as being weary of the Cares which That Office had fill'd him with, (thô That perhaps was one reason,) nor did he it only as being glutted with the Things of This World, to wit with the Riches and Honours of it; (thô that was also another reason;) But it was chiefly that he might mind the greater things of the Next with the less Distraction; that he might not as before, serve God by Snatches, but that the Residue of his Time might be wholly God's. Many others might here be nam'd ( Seven at least I am sure,) who eas'd themselves (as being weary ) of the Great Seal of England, in order to their advancement unto far greater things in a World to come. So when the famous William of Wainfleet (as Budden tells us) made it his choice to devest himself of the High Chancellorship of England, and gave the King immortal Thanks for giving him liberty so to do, He did it not only as being weary of the Cares which That Office had filled him with, (though That perhaps was one reason,) nor did he it only as being glutted with the Things of This World, to wit with the Riches and Honours of it; (though that was also Another reason;) But it was chiefly that he might mind the greater things of the Next with the less Distraction; that he might not as before, serve God by Snatches, but that the Residue of his Time might be wholly God's. Many Others might Here be named (Seven At least I am sure,) who eased themselves (as being weary) of the Great Seal of England, in order to their advancement unto Far greater things in a World to come. av c-crq dt j np1 pp-f np1 (c-acp np1 vvz pno12) vvd pn31 po31 n1 p-acp vvb px31 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd dt n1 j n2 p-acp vvg pno31 n1 av pc-acp vdi, pns31 vdd pn31 xx av-j c-acp vbg j pp-f dt n2 r-crq cst n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp, (cs d av vbds crd n1,) ccx vdd pns31 zz j c-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc ng1 pp-f pn31; (cs d vbds av j-jn n1;) cc-acp pn31 vbds av-jn cst pns31 vmd vvi dt jc n2 pp-f dt ord p-acp dt av-dc n1; cst pns31 vmd xx a-acp a-acp, vvb np1 p-acp n2, p-acp cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vbi av-jn np1|vbz. d n2-jn n1 av vbi vvn (np1 p-acp ds pns11 vbm j,) r-crq vvn px32 (c-acp vbg j) pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp av-j jc n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 697
3590 And thô it cannot be deny'd, but that being Persons of most incorruptible Integrity, they might safely have continued in their Great Iudicatures on Earth, without the danger of being cast in the Court of Heaven, yet they resolv'd to take the Way which they thought the surest; as knowing it better to make it easy, than meerly possible to be sav'd. And though it cannot be denied, but that being Persons of most incorruptible Integrity, they might safely have continued in their Great Judicatures on Earth, without the danger of being cast in the Court of Heaven, yet they resolved to take the Way which they Thought the Surest; as knowing it better to make it easy, than merely possible to be saved. cc cs pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp cst vbg n2 pp-f ds j n1, pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd dt js; c-acp vvg pn31 jc pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cs av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 698
3591 For they consider'd what they well knew, as well by Scripture, as by Reason, as well by History, as by Experience, as well by other men's Experience, For they considered what they well knew, as well by Scripture, as by Reason, as well by History, as by Experience, as well by other men's Experience, p-acp pns32 vvn r-crq pns32 av vvd, c-acp av p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp av p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp av p-acp j-jn ng2 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 698
3592 as by their own, that thô it is not quite impossible, yet'tis a difficult thing on Earth, as by their own, that though it is not quite impossible, yet'tis a difficult thing on Earth, c-acp p-acp po32 d, cst cs pn31 vbz xx av j, av dt j n1 p-acp n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 698
3593 for the very same man to be Great, and Innocent; to be a Favourite both of This, and the other World; for the very same man to be Great, and Innocent; to be a Favourite both of This, and the other World; p-acp dt j d n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc j-jn; pc-acp vbi dt n1 d pp-f d, cc dt j-jn n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 698
3594 to fare as deliciously as Dives all his Days here below, and yet at last to lye with Lazarus in Abraham's Bosom. I am sure Sir Thomas Randolph thought it a thing so rare and difficult, to be a man of much Publick and Secular Business, and at the same Time to be fit to dye, that by Letters he exhorted his intimate Friend Sir Francis Walsingham, to bid adieu to all the Wiles of a Principal Secretary of State, as He himself had newly done to all the Frauds or an Embassadour, (for the Number of his Embassies had been no less than Eighteen, ) and to prepare himself by a penitent and private life, to fare as deliciously as Dives all his Days Here below, and yet At last to lie with Lazarus in Abraham's Bosom. I am sure Sir Thomas Randolph Thought it a thing so rare and difficult, to be a man of much Public and Secular Business, and At the same Time to be fit to die, that by Letters he exhorted his intimate Friend Sir Francis Walsingham, to bid adieu to all the Wiles of a Principal Secretary of State, as He himself had newly done to all the Frauds or an Ambassador, (for the Number of his Embassies had been no less than Eighteen,) and to prepare himself by a penitent and private life, pc-acp vvi p-acp av-j p-acp vvz d po31 n2 av a-acp, cc av p-acp ord pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1. pns11 vbm j n1 np1 np1 vvd pn31 dt n1 av j cc j, p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp n2 pns31 vvn po31 j n1 n1 np1 np1, pc-acp vvi uh-n p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 px31 vhd av-j vdn p-acp d dt n2 cc dt n1, (c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vhd vbn dx av-dc cs crd,) cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 698
3595 for the life to come. An Admonition very seasonable in regard of Both Persons concerned in it; Walsingham, to whom; for the life to come. an Admonition very seasonable in regard of Both Persons concerned in it; Walsingham, to whom; p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. dt n1 av j p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp pn31; np1, p-acp ro-crq; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 698
3596 and Randolph himself, by whom 'twas given. For they had long liv'd together as eminent Ministers of State; and Randolph himself, by whom 'twas given. For they had long lived together as eminent Ministers of State; cc np1 px31, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbds vvn. p-acp pns32 vhd av-j vvd av p-acp j n2 pp-f n1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 699
3597 and neither of them liv'd long from after the time of This Advice; Nor did the one outlive the other above a Month or two at most. and neither of them lived long from After the time of This advice; Nor did the one outlive the other above a Monn or two At most. cc av-dx pp-f pno32 vvd av-j p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; ccx vdd dt crd vvb dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc crd p-acp ds. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 421 Page 699
3598 What induced Queen Mary (the Royal Sister of Charles the Fifth ) to quit her Government of Belgium in Exchange for a private and quiet Life, 'tis very easy to conjecture, but hard to tell. What induced Queen Marry (the Royal Sister of Charles the Fifth) to quit her Government of Belgium in Exchange for a private and quiet Life, it's very easy to conjecture, but hard to tell. q-crq vvd n1 uh (dt j n1 pp-f np1 dt ord) pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 699
3599 Perhaps 'twas chiefly out of Reverence to the Example of her Brother, as 'twas done the same Day, wherein He laid down his Empire, and Crown of Spain; and even wept out of Compassion to his poor Brother, and his Son Philip, whose feeble Shoulders were now to sink under two such Loads, to wit the Kingdom of Spain, and the German Empire. I say, whatever was Her Inducement to do a thing above the Rate of her Sex and Breeding; Perhaps 'twas chiefly out of reverence to the Exampl of her Brother, as 'twas done the same Day, wherein He laid down his Empire, and Crown of Spain; and even wept out of Compassion to his poor Brother, and his Son Philip, whose feeble Shoulders were now to sink under two such Loads, to wit the Kingdom of Spain, and the Germane Empire. I say, whatever was Her Inducement to do a thing above the Rate of her Sex and Breeding; av pn31|vbds av-jn av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pn31|vbds vdn dt d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; cc j vvd av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc po31 n1 np1, rg-crq j n2 vbdr av p-acp vvb p-acp crd d vvz, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1. pns11 vvb, r-crq vbds po31 n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1 cc n-vvg; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 699
3600 sure we are, that Queen Etheldred was wholly induced by her Devotion to forsake the Pomps and Pleasures she might have liv'd in all her days, (as the Daughter of one King, the Widow of another, sure we Are, that Queen Etheldred was wholly induced by her Devotion to forsake the Pomps and Pleasures she might have lived in all her days, (as the Daughter of one King, the Widow of Another, av-j pns12 vbr, cst n1 np1 vbds av-jn vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvb dt n2 cc n2 pns31 vmd vhi vvd p-acp d po31 n2, (c-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1, dt n1 pp-f n-jn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3601 and the Wife of a Third,) had she not thought it an happier choice to live retiredly in an Abby, which she had built, and the Wife of a Third,) had she not Thought it an Happier choice to live retiredly in an Abbatiae, which she had built, cc dt n1 pp-f dt ord,) vhd pns31 xx vvn pn31 dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi av-vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3602 and indow'd, and was the Abbess of till her Death. and endowed, and was the Abbess of till her Death. cc vvn, cc vbds dt n1 pp-f p-acp po31 n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3603 And not to mention Queen Christina of Sweden, or Bambas of Spain, (unless it be thus by a Paralipsis) no fewer than Nine of our own Saxon Kings, within the Space of Two hundred years, did freely relinquish their Crowns and Kingdoms. To which I add; And not to mention Queen Christina of Sweden, or Bambas of Spain, (unless it be thus by a Paralipsis) no fewer than Nine of our own Saxon Kings, within the Molle of Two hundred Years, did freely relinquish their Crowns and Kingdoms. To which I add; cc xx pc-acp vvi n1 np1 pp-f np1, cc np1 pp-f np1, (cs pn31 vbb av p-acp dt n1) dx dc cs crd pp-f po12 d jp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd n2, vdd av-j vvi po32 n2 cc n2. p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3604 That when Ionadab impos'd That strict Command upon his Sons, to drink no Wine, to build no House, to sow no Seed, to plant no Vineyard, That when Ionadab imposed That strict Command upon his Sons, to drink no Wine, to built no House, to sow no Seed, to plant no Vineyard, cst c-crq np1 vvn cst j vvb p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi dx n1, pc-acp vvi dx n1, pc-acp vvi dx n1, pc-acp vvi dx n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3605 and all their days to dwell in Tents; and all their days to dwell in Tents; cc d po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3606 (in little despicable Huts by the River Iordan, ) He did not only so command them to shew his Dominion, and his Will, or only to exercise their Obedience, and Self-denial; But because he did esteem it the safest state and condition, to help enable them for an Innocent, and Pious Life. (in little despicable Huts by the River Iordan,) He did not only so command them to show his Dominion, and his Will, or only to exercise their obedience, and Self-denial; But Because he did esteem it the Safest state and condition, to help enable them for an Innocent, and Pious Life. (p-acp j j n2 p-acp dt n1 np1,) pns31 vdd xx av-j av vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 vmb, cc av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc n1; p-acp c-acp pns31 vdd vvi pn31 dt js n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-jn, cc j n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 422 Page 700
3607 § 21. Another Use of This Text is with a Distinction to contradict it. We must not seek Great Things for our selves, because we must. Not Great Things, § 21. another Use of This Text is with a Distinction to contradict it. We must not seek Great Things for our selves, Because we must. Not Great Things, § crd j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb pn31. pns12 vmb xx vvi j n2 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vmb. xx j n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 700
3608 because the Greatest. For what can be Greater than a Kingdom? and what so Great Kingdom, Because the Greatest. For what can be Greater than a Kingdom? and what so Great Kingdom, c-acp dt js. c-acp q-crq vmb vbi jc cs dt n1? cc q-crq av j n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 701
3609 as the Kingdom of God, to the seeking of which our Lord excites us? ( Matth. 6. 33.) So by St. Paul we are commanded, to seek those things that are above, ( Col. 3. 1.) Not above us here on Earth, but above every thing that is Earthy. Nor are we only to seek God's Kingdom, thô vastly Great, But (what is infinitely Greater ) we are to seek God himself, who is The Great Rewarder of Them that diligently seek him, and The Rewarder of None besides, ( Heb. 11. 6.) Thus the Dehortative, Seek not, is strongly inforced and urged on by a vehement Exhortation, Seek Those Things that are Above. as the Kingdom of God, to the seeking of which our Lord excites us? (Matthew 6. 33.) So by Saint Paul we Are commanded, to seek those things that Are above, (Col. 3. 1.) Not above us Here on Earth, but above every thing that is Earthy. Nor Are we only to seek God's Kingdom, though vastly Great, But (what is infinitely Greater) we Are to seek God himself, who is The Great Rewarder of Them that diligently seek him, and The Rewarder of None beside, (Hebrew 11. 6.) Thus the Dehortative, Seek not, is strongly enforced and urged on by a vehement Exhortation, Seek Those Things that Are Above. c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq po12 n1 vvz pno12? (np1 crd crd) av p-acp n1 np1 pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp vvb d n2 cst vbr a-acp, (np1 crd crd) xx p-acp pno12 av p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp d n1 cst vbz j. ccx vbr pns12 av-j p-acp vvb npg1 n1, c-acp av-j j, p-acp (r-crq vbz av-j np1) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 px31, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f pix p-acp, (np1 crd crd) av dt j, vvb xx, vbz av-j vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, vvb d n2 cst vbr p-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 701
3610 Seek the Greatest Things imaginable, and Seek them for your selves too. Seek the Greatest Things imaginable, and Seek them for your selves too. vvb dt js n2 j, cc vvb pno32 p-acp po22 n2 av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 701
3611 Ye have not here a continuing City, and therefore Seek one to come. For what says the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews? The life we have is worth Nothing, compar'd with That we hope for. Which, being yet hid with Christ in God, we must seek, and seek on, till we find it out. Some things are Great which are not Good, You have not Here a Continuing city, and Therefore Seek one to come. For what Says the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews? The life we have is worth Nothing, compared with That we hope for. Which, being yet hid with christ in God, we must seek, and seek on, till we find it out. some things Are Great which Are not Good, pn22 vhb xx av dt j-vvg n1, cc av vvb pi pc-acp vvi. p-acp r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np1? dt n1 pns12 vhb vbz j pi2, vvn p-acp cst po12 vvb p-acp. r-crq, vbg av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvb a-acp, p-acp po12 vvi pn31 av. d n2 vbr j r-crq vbr xx j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 701
3612 and some are Good but not Great; and Some Are Good but not Great; cc d vbr j p-acp xx j; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 702
3613 But These are the Good and Great Things, which alone are worth seeking; and which we are not only allow'd, but bid and bound to seek after. But These Are the Good and Great Things, which alone Are worth seeking; and which we Are not only allowed, but bid and bound to seek After. cc-acp d vbr dt j cc j n2, r-crq av-j vbr j vvg; cc r-crq pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn, p-acp vvb cc vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 702
3614 In comparison with These, [ The Life which is hid with Christ in God, The Kingdom of God, and God Himself. ] we ought to slight the arrant Nothingness of the Things here below, which by a pitiful Catachresis the World calls Great; and as devoutly seeks after, In comparison with These, [ The Life which is hid with christ in God, The Kingdom of God, and God Himself. ] we ought to slight the arrant Nothingness of the Things Here below, which by a pitiful Catachresis the World calls Great; and as devoutly seeks After, p-acp n1 p-acp d, [ dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 px31. ] pns12 pi p-acp j dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 av a-acp, r-crq p-acp dt j np1 dt n1 vvz j; cc c-acp av-j vvz a-acp, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 702
3615 as after an Heaven upon Earth. So every Hillock is a Great thing with a Community of Emmets wherewith 'tis Peopled, thô 'tis not determin'd by Philosophers, as After an Heaven upon Earth. So every Hillock is a Great thing with a Community of Emmets wherewith it's Peopled, though it's not determined by Philosophers, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. av d n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, c-acp pn31|vbz xx vvd p-acp n2, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 702
3616 whether (like Bees ) they are a Kingdom, or (like some other Insects) a Commonwealth. But yet as Great as That Hillock does seem to Them, we know 'tis no bigger in respect of all the Earth, than All the Earth in respect of Heaven. And yet so it is, notwithstanding their littleness, whither (like Bees) they Are a Kingdom, or (like Some other Insects) a Commonwealth. But yet as Great as That Hillock does seem to Them, we know it's no bigger in respect of all the Earth, than All the Earth in respect of Heaven. And yet so it is, notwithstanding their littleness, cs (av-j n2) pns32 vbr dt n1, cc (av-j d n-jn vvz) dt n1. p-acp av c-acp j p-acp cst n1 vdz vvi p-acp pno32, pns12 vvb pn31|vbz dx jc p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1, cs d dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. cc av av pn31 vbz, c-acp po32 n1, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 702
3617 and their contemptibility, we do no more excel Them in point of Quantity, and Strength, than they do us in the good Qualities of Peace, and Prudence. For all Communities of Emmets are still at Agreement among Themselves; and their contemptibility, we do no more excel Them in point of Quantity, and Strength, than they do us in the good Qualities of Peace, and Prudence. For all Communities of Emmets Are still At Agreement among Themselves; cc po32 n1, pns12 vdb av-dx av-dc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cs pns32 vdb pno12 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 vbr av p-acp n1 p-acp px32; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 702
3618 are never indanger'd, much less destroy'd, by any Intestine, or Homebred, either Divisions, or Insurrections. Whereas We have a Kingdom so sadly divided against It self, that wicked men hope, Are never endangered, much less destroyed, by any Intestine, or Homebred, either Divisions, or Insurrections. Whereas We have a Kingdom so sadly divided against It self, that wicked men hope, vbr av-x vvd, d dc vvn, p-acp d j, cc j, d n2, cc n2. cs pns12 vhb dt n1 av av-j vvn p-acp pn31 n1, cst j n2 vvb, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 703
3619 and wise men fear,) (and there is ground for a suspicion,) it cannot long stand. and wise men Fear,) (and there is ground for a suspicion,) it cannot long stand. cc j n2 vvb,) (cc pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1,) pn31 vmbx av-j vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 423 Page 703
3620 § 22. Now to shew the Real Littleness (the Prophet Esa calls it the Nothingness ) of the Great Things below, being weighed in the Ballance with Those Above, It will not probably be amiss, to put them Both into the Scales; that so we may see how much the later weigh down the former. § 22. Now to show the Real Littleness (the Prophet Isaiah calls it the Nothingness) of the Great Things below, being weighed in the Balance with Those Above, It will not probably be amiss, to put them Both into the Scales; that so we may see how much the later weigh down the former. § crd av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 (dt n1 np1 vvz pn31 dt n1) pp-f dt j n2 a-acp, vbg vvn p-acp dt vvb p-acp d p-acp, pn31 vmb xx av-j vbi av, pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp dt n2; cst av pns12 vmb vvi c-crq av-d dt jc vvb a-acp dt j. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 703
3621 First the Great Things below are but figuratively such, and secundum quid; somewhat Great in Appearance, but not indeed; or only Great in their relation to what is very much less; First the Great Things below Are but figuratively such, and secundum quid; somewhat Great in Appearance, but not indeed; or only Great in their Relation to what is very much less; np1 dt j n2 p-acp vbr p-acp av-j d, cc fw-la fw-la; av j p-acp n1, cc-acp xx av; cc av-j j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp r-crq vbz av av-d av-dc; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 703
3622 and so an Emmet-hill is as great in comparison with its Inhabitants, as the whole Globe of Earth in respect of us. Whereas the Great Things above are Great simpliciter, and in Themselves; They are absolutely Great, and so an Emmet-hill is as great in comparison with its Inhabitants, as the Whole Globe of Earth in respect of us. Whereas the Great Things above Are Great simpliciter, and in Themselves; They Are absolutely Great, cc av dt n1 vbz p-acp j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pno12. cs dt j n2 p-acp vbr j fw-la, cc p-acp px32; pns32 vbr av-j j, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 703
3623 and without a figure. In comparison with Them, all the Great Things below do presently dwindle into a Point. The very Orb the Sun moves in is 100000 times bigger than all the Earth; But in relation to the Circumference of the Coelum Empyraeum, or but of That which is called the Primum Mobile, All the Dimensions of the Earth do immediately vanish, and lose themselves into a Center. Next the Great Things Below will sooner or later be sure to fail us, and without a figure. In comparison with Them, all the Great Things below do presently dwindle into a Point. The very Orb the Sun moves in is 100000 times bigger than all the Earth; But in Relation to the Circumference of the Coelum Empyraeum, or but of That which is called the Primum Mobile, All the Dimensions of the Earth do immediately vanish, and loose themselves into a Centre. Next the Great Things Below will sooner or later be sure to fail us, cc p-acp dt n1. p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, d dt j n2 p-acp vdb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1. dt av n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz crd n2 jc cs d dt n1; cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt fw-la np1, cc p-acp pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn dt fw-la np1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb av-j vvi, cc vvb px32 p-acp dt n1. ord dt j n2 p-acp vmb av-c cc jc vbi j p-acp vvb pno12, (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 704
3624 and so with very great reason they have the Title of Uncertain affixt unto them in Holy Writ; and so with very great reason they have the Title of Uncertain affixed unto them in Holy Writ; cc av p-acp av j n1 pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f j vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j vvn; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 704
3625 whereas the Great Things Above will abide for ever; There the Crown is immarcescible; nor is there only an exceeding, but an eternal weight of Glory. whereas the Great Things Above will abide for ever; There the Crown is immarcescible; nor is there only an exceeding, but an Eternal weight of Glory. cs dt j n2 p-acp vmb vvi p-acp av; a-acp dt vvb vbz j; ccx vbz pc-acp av-j dt vvg, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 704
3626 Again, the Great Things Below are mixt with Troubles and Solicitudes; the Stream of their Injoyment does never run clear; but what with Crosses, or Cares, is always muddy; whereas the Great Things Above do flow with such Rivers of Delight, as cannot be mingled with the least Drop either of Sorrow, or Interruption; in the Presence of God is Life, and most sincere pleasures for evermore. Again, the Great Things Below Are mixed with Troubles and Solicitudes; the Stream of their Enjoyment does never run clear; but what with Crosses, or Cares, is always muddy; whereas the Great Things Above do flow with such rivers of Delight, as cannot be mingled with the least Drop either of Sorrow, or Interruption; in the Presence of God is Life, and most sincere pleasures for evermore. av, dt j n2 p-acp vbr vvn p-acp vvz cc n2; dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vdz av-x vvi j; p-acp r-crq p-acp n2, cc n2, vbz av j; cs dt j n2 p-acp vdb vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt ds vvb d pp-f n1, cc n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, cc ds j n2 p-acp av. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 704
3627 Again, the Great Things Below do only exercise our Thirst, if not increase it; Again, the Great Things Below do only exercise our Thirst, if not increase it; av, dt j n2 p-acp vdb av-j vvb po12 n1, cs xx vvi pn31; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 704
3628 Superfluity it self, does but inlarge a man's Appetite, and every man's Avarice is only wid'ned by his Possessions: Superfluity it self, does but enlarge a Man's Appetite, and every Man's Avarice is only widened by his Possessions: n1 pn31 n1, vdz p-acp vvb dt ng1 n1, cc d ng1 n1 vbz j vvn p-acp po31 n2: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 705
3629 whereas the Great Things Above will give us a plenary Satisfaction. There 'twill be one of our Injoyments, not to be able to Desire; whereas the Great Things Above will give us a plenary Satisfaction. There it'll be one of our Enjoyments, not to be able to Desire; cs dt j n2 p-acp vmb vvi pno12 dt j-jn n1. a-acp pn31|vmb vbi crd pp-f po12 n2, xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 705
3630 All our Longings and Ambitions will be wholly swallowed up into meer Fruition. Besides, the Great Things Below are very often by God's Permission, in the Disposal of the Devil; as is evident in the two Cases of Holy Iob, and the Sabaeans; of the Israelites, and Pharaoh; of Iesus Christ, and Pontius Pilate; of the Greek Christians, and the Great Turk; All our Longings and Ambitions will be wholly swallowed up into mere Fruition. Beside, the Great Things Below Are very often by God's Permission, in the Disposal of the devil; as is evident in the two Cases of Holy Job, and the Sabaeans; of the Israelites, and Pharaoh; of Iesus christ, and Pontius Pilate; of the Greek Christians, and the Great Turk; d po12 n2-vvg cc n2 vmb vbi av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp j n1. a-acp, dt j n2 p-acp vbr av av p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; a-acp vbz j p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f j np1, cc dt n2; pp-f dt np2, cc np1; pp-f np1 np1, cc np1 np1; pp-f dt jp np1, cc dt j np1; (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 705
3631 of Innocent Travellers, and Highway Thieves. of Innocent Travellers, and Highway Thieves. a-acp j-jn n2, cc n1 n2. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 705
3632 By which and many other Cases there can be nothing more clear, than that the Great Things Below are by the Sufferance of God in the Devil's Disposal. Whereas the Great Things Above are above his Reach: By which and many other Cases there can be nothing more clear, than that the Great Things Below Are by the Sufferance of God in the Devil's Disposal. Whereas the Great Things Above Are above his Reach: p-acp r-crq cc d j-jn n2 a-acp vmb vbi pix av-dc j, cs cst dt j n2 p-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1|vbz n1. cs dt j n2 p-acp vbr p-acp po31 n1: (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 705
3633 His Chain of Darkness, which is his Tedder, falling short of That Region from whence He fell. His Chain of Darkness, which is his Tedder, falling short of That Region from whence He fell. png31 vvb pp-f n1, r-crq vbz po31 np1, vvg j pp-f d n1 p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 705
3634 Lastly, the Great Things Above do all legitimate our seeking, and make it gracious; whereas the Great Things Below do increase its Guilt. And thence the Great Things Above are strictly commanded to be sought; whereas the Great Things Below are under as strict a Prohibition. Those we must seek, with Baruch; But These, with Baruch, we must forbear. Lastly, the Great Things Above do all legitimate our seeking, and make it gracious; whereas the Great Things Below do increase its Gilded. And thence the Great Things Above Are strictly commanded to be sought; whereas the Great Things Below Are under as strict a Prohibition. Those we must seek, with baruch; But These, with baruch, we must forbear. ord, dt j n2 p-acp vdb d j po12 vvg, cc vvi pn31 j; cs dt j n2 p-acp vdb vvi po31 j-vvn. cc av dt j n2 p-acp vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; cs dt j n2 p-acp vbr p-acp c-acp j dt n1. d po12 vmb vvi, p-acp np1; p-acp d, p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 424 Page 706
3635 These I think are All the Uses we are to make of This Message of God to Baruch; (besides the Use I made of it by way of Anticipation on this Day Sennight;) and with These I dismiss its full and final Consideration. FINIS. These I think Are All the Uses we Are to make of This Message of God to baruch; (beside the Use I made of it by Way of Anticipation on this Day Sevennight;) and with These I dismiss its full and final Consideration. FINIS. d pns11 vvb vbr d dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1; (p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvd pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 n1;) cc p-acp d pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j cc j n1. fw-la. (18) homiletic_tract (DIV1) 425 Page 706

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31 0 Acts 1. 1. Acts 1. 1. n2 crd crd
44 0 Job 20. 5. Job 20. 5. np1 crd crd
48 0 Joh. 13. 13, 14. John 13. 13, 14. np1 crd crd, crd
48 1 Joh. 13. 34. Gal. 6. 2. John 13. 34. Gal. 6. 2. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
48 2 Rev. 19. 16. Rev. 19. 16. n1 crd crd
48 3 Mic. 5. 1. Mic. 5. 1. np1 crd crd
56 0 Eccles. 12. 13. Eccles. 12. 13. np1 crd crd
59 0 1 Cor. 6. 19, 20. 1 Cor. 6. 19, 20. vvn np1 crd crd, crd
63 0 Luke 2. 74. Luke 2. 74. np1 crd crd
67 0 Isa. 5. 18. Isaiah 5. 18. np1 crd crd
94 0 Psal. 45. 2. Psalm 45. 2. np1 crd crd
102 0 Mal. 1. 6. Malachi 1. 6. np1 crd crd
102 1 Luke 6. 46. Luke 6. 46. np1 crd crd
105 0 Mat. 8. 29. Mar. 5. 6, 7 ▪ Luk. 8. 28, 30. Mathew 8. 29. Mar. 5. 6, 7 ▪ Luk. 8. 28, 30. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd ▪ np1 crd crd, crd
105 1 Mat. 19. 20. Mathew 19. 20. np1 crd crd
106 0 Mat 7. 21. Mathew 7. 21. n1 crd crd
107 0
111 0 Luk. 6. 43, 44, 45, 46. Jam. 3. 12. Luk. 6. 43, 44, 45, 46. Jam. 3. 12. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd
114 0 Matth. 3. 10. Matthew 3. 10. np1 crd crd
116 0
122 0 2 Cor. 5. 17. 2 Cor. 5. 17. crd np1 crd crd
124 0 Matth. 10. 24. John 13. 16. Matthew 10. 24. John 13. 16. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
128 0 2 Pet. 3. 11. 2 Pet. 3. 11. crd np1 crd crd
134 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrysost. . Chrysostom . np1
135 0 Philip. 3. 10. Philip. 3. 10. np1. crd crd
143 0 Amos. 6. 6. Amos. 6. 6. np1 crd crd
144 0 Wisd. 2. 8. Wisdom 2. 8. np1 crd crd
169 0 Ephes. 3. 20, 21. Ephesians 3. 20, 21. np1 crd crd, crd
196 0 2 Cor. 4. 17. 2 Cor. 4. 17. crd np1 crd crd
196 1 2 Cor. 3. 10. 2 Cor. 3. 10. crd np1 crd crd
209 0 Vers. 29. Vers. 29. np1 crd
220 0 Ezek. 18. 31. Ch. 3. § 9. Mar. 10. 17. Serm. 3. Joh. 14. 15. Ch. 2. & 4. § 10. and 1 Cor. 16. 22. Ch. 3. Ezekiel 18. 31. Christ 3. § 9. Mar. 10. 17. Sermon 3. John 14. 15. Christ 2. & 4. § 10. and 1 Cor. 16. 22. Christ 3. np1 crd crd np1 crd § crd np1 crd crd np1 crd np1 crd crd np1 crd cc crd § crd cc crd np1 crd crd np1 crd
221 0 Rom. 3, 27. Jam. 2. 8. 12. 1 Cor. 9. 21. NONLATINALPHABET Rom. 3, 27. Jam. 2. 8. 12. 1 Cor. 9. 21. np1 crd, crd np1 crd crd crd crd np1 crd crd
223 0 Num. 13. 16, 27, 30, 32, 33. Num. 13. 16, 27, 30, 32, 33. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
223 1 Num. 14. 6, 7, 8, 9. Num. 14. 6, 7, 8, 9. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd
228 0 Jam. 4. 7. Jam. 4. 7. np1 crd crd
242 0 Jam. 4. 4. Phil. 3. 18. Jam. 4. 4. Philip 3. 18. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
243 0 1 Joh. 5. 3. 1 John 5. 3. vvd np1 crd crd
248 0 2 Tim. 4. 10. 2 Tim. 4. 10. crd np1 crd crd
255 0 2 Cor. 4. 4. 2 Tim. 4. 2. 2 Cor. 4. 4. 2 Tim. 4. 2. crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd
256 0 Acts 7. 51. Acts 7. 51. n2 crd crd
256 1 1 Thess. 5. 19. 1 Thess 5. 19. vvn np1 crd crd
257 0 Heb. 10. 29. Hebrew 10. 29. np1 crd crd
260 0 Rom. 8. 7. Rom. 8. 7. np1 crd crd
261 0 Luk. 14. 35. Luk. 14. 35. np1 crd crd
264 0 Psal. 49. 12, 20. Psalm 49. 12, 20. np1 crd crd, crd
266 0 Job 1. 1, 8. 1 Pet. 3. 11. Job 1. 1, 8. 1 Pet. 3. 11. np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd
271 0 Rom. 7. 12. Rom. 7. 12. np1 crd crd
273 0 Gen. 18. 25. Rev. 22. 11. Ezek. 24. 13. Gen. 18. 25. Rev. 22. 11. Ezekiel 24. 13. np1 crd crd n1 crd crd np1 crd crd
275 0 Isa. 28. 15. Isaiah 28. 15. np1 crd crd
275 1 Micah 7. 3. micah 7. 3. np1 crd crd
275 2 Isa. 5. 18. Isaiah 5. 18. np1 crd crd
275 3 Wisd. 1. 12. Wisdom 1. 12. np1 crd crd
281 0 Quod Tibi non vis fieri, Alteri ne feceris. Quam Sententiam usque adeo dilexit, ut in Palatio & in publicis operibus praescribi juberet. Aelius Lampridius in Alex ▪ Severi Vitâ. Quod Tibi non vis fieri, Alteri ne feceris. Quam Sententiam usque adeo dilexit, ut in Palatio & in publicis operibus praescribi juberet. Aelius Lampridius in Alexander ▪ Severi Vitâ. fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, np1 fw-fr fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 p-acp np1 ▪ np1 fw-la.
284 0 Matth. 7. 12. Matthew 7. 12. np1 crd crd
294 0 Psal. 119. 103. Psalm 119. 103. np1 crd crd
300 0 Psal. 119. 167. Psalm 119. 167. np1 crd crd
302 0 Ps. 119. 72, 75. Ps. 119. 72, 75. np1 crd crd, crd
318 0 Lotum gustâsse non inconcinnè dicantur Illi, qui simul atque voluptatem rectè vivendi degustârunt, ad pristina studia revocari non possunt. Lotum gustâsse non inconcinnè dicantur Illi, qui simul atque voluptatem rectè vivendi degustârunt, ad Pristina Studia revocari non possunt. np1 fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-fr fw-la.
319 0 Odyss. 9. Odyss. 9. np1. crd
330 0 Ileb. 11. 35. Ileb. 11. 35. np1. crd crd
334 0 1 Pet. 2. 19, 20, 21. & Matth. 5. 12. 1 Pet. 2. 19, 20, 21. & Matthew 5. 12. vvn np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc np1 crd crd
349 0 Psal. 52. 1. Psalm 52. 1. np1 crd crd
355 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Epict, . Epict, . np1,
366 0 Euseb. Hist. Eccl. l. 7. c. 17. Eusebius Hist. Ecclesiastes l. 7. c. 17. np1 np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
372 0 Heb. 12. 1, 2. Hebrew 12. 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
374 0 Rom. 8. 16, 17. Rom. 8. 16, 17. np1 crd crd, crd
376 0 Vers. 18. Vers. 18. np1 crd
377 0 Vers. 32. Vers. 32. np1 crd
379 0 Vers. 34. Vers. 34. np1 crd
379 1 Vers. 26. Vers. 26. np1 crd
384 0 Matt. 5. 29, 30. & Matt. 18. 8. Matt. 5. 29, 30. & Matt. 18. 8. np1 crd crd, crd cc np1 crd crd
387 0 Matth ▪ 10. 28. Matthew ▪ 10. 28. av ▪ crd crd
388 0 Ecclus. 9. 7. Ecclus 9. 7. np1 crd crd
391 0 See the third Sermon on Mar. 10. 17. Part 2. § 5, 6, 7. See the third Sermon on Mar. 10. 17. Part 2. § 5, 6, 7. vvb dt ord n1 p-acp np1 crd crd n1 crd § crd, crd, crd
397 0 Heb. 12. 14. Hebrew 12. 14. np1 crd crd
419 0 2 Sam. 23. 15. 2 Sam. 23. 15. crd np1 crd crd
427 0 Dan. 5. 27. Dan. 5. 27. np1 crd crd
445 0 Coloss. 3. 3, 4. Coloss. 3. 3, 4. np1 crd crd, crd
490 0 Rom. 2. 6. to v. 11. Rom. 2. 6. to v. 11. np1 crd crd p-acp n1 crd
493 0 See Deut. 4. 24. where a consuming Fire is explained by a jealous God. Which compare with Exod. 24. 17. where the glory of the Lord was like devouring fire upon the top of the Mount. See Deuteronomy 4. 24. where a consuming Fire is explained by a jealous God. Which compare with Exod 24. 17. where the glory of the Lord was like devouring fire upon the top of the Mount. vvb np1 crd crd n1 dt vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j np1. r-crq vvb p-acp np1 crd crd n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av-j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
507 0 Euseb. Hist. l. 2. c. 12. p. 57. Eusebius Hist. l. 2. c. 12. p. 57. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd n1 crd
508 0 Referre erubescimus, &c. Tertul. de praescrip. advers. Haeret. cap. 46. Refer erubescimus, etc. Tertulian de Prescribe. adverse. Heretic cap. 46. vvb fw-la, av np1 fw-fr n1. j. np1 n1. crd
510 0 Epiphan. Haeret. l. 1. Tom. 2. p. 11, 82. Epiphanius. Heretic l. 1. Tom. 2. p. 11, 82. np1. np1 n1 crd np1 crd n1 crd, crd
512 0 Irenae. p. 58. Irenaeus. p. 58. np1. n1 crd
512 1 Clem. Alex. l. 1. Paedag. p. 107. Clem. Alexander l. 1. Pedagogue p. 107. np1 np1 n1 crd np1 n1 crd
513 0 Euseb. l. 4. c. 6. quem locum confer cum l. 2. c. 10. Eusebius l. 4. c. 6. Whom locum confer cum l. 2. c. 10. np1 n1 crd sy. crd fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la n1 crd sy. crd
521 0 Omnia adversus veritatem de ipsa veritate constructa sunt: operantibus operationem spiritibus erroris. Tertul. Apol. c. 41. p. 78. In veriverbium abiit apud Italos. Con l'Evangelio si diventa Haeretico. Omnia Adversus veritatem de ipsa veritate constructa sunt: operantibus operationem spiritibus Error. Tertulian Apollinarian c. 41. p. 78. In veriverbium Abiit apud Italians. Con l'Evangelio si diventa Heretic. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 sy. crd n1 crd p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la np1. vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la np1.
521 1 Vid. Epiph. l. 1. Tom. 2. p. 89. Vid. Epiphany l. 1. Tom. 2. p. 89. np1 np1 n1 crd np1 crd n1 crd
551 0 Matth. 7. 14. Matthew 7. 14. np1 crd crd
556 0 Gen. 29. 17. &c. Gen. 29. 17. etc. np1 crd crd av
606 0 Matth. 11. 19. Matthew 11. 19. np1 crd crd
612 0 Zosim. l. 2. p. 61. Zosim. l. 2. p. 61. np1. n1 crd n1 crd
624 0 Rev. 19. 16 Rev. 19. 16 n1 crd crd
627 0 Compare Rom. 3. 27. with Rom. 8. 2. Compare Rom. 3. 27. with Rom. 8. 2. vvb np1 crd crd p-acp np1 crd crd
628 0 Matth. 5. 1. Matthew 5. 1. np1 crd crd
631 0 Matth. 7. 21. Matthew 7. 21. np1 crd crd
632 0 Vers. 26. 23. Vers. 26. 23. np1 crd crd
653 0 Matth. 5. ult. Matthew 5. ult. np1 crd n1.
655 0 Luke 9. 56. Luke 9. 56. np1 crd crd
656 0 Matth. 5. 17. Matthew 5. 17. np1 crd crd
658 0 Ita Meletius Monachus, concra Isphacanem Persam Musulmanum. Et Tertullianus c. 3. de poenit. Christus, inquit, susterstruit Adjectionem Legis. Idem de Patient. c. 6. p. 131. Ita Meletius Monachus, concra Isphacanem Persam Musulmanum. Et Tertullian c. 3. de Repent. Christus, inquit, susterstruit Adjectionem Legis. Idem de Patient. c. 6. p. 131. fw-la np1 np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-fr np1 sy. crd fw-la fw-la. fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la n1. sy. crd n1 crd
662 0 Vetus dicitur Testamentum quia promissiones terrenas habet. August. de Civ. Dei. l. 18. Vetus dicitur Testamentum quia Promises terrenas habet. August. the Civ. Dei. l. 18. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la. np1. dt crd. fw-la. n1 crd
662 1 Vid. Grot. Discus. Apol. Rivet. p. 30, 31. Vid. Grot. Discus. Apollinarian Rivet. p. 30, 31. np1 np1 fw-la. np1 np1. n1 crd, crd
665 0 Luke 10. 13, 14, 15. with which compare Matth. 10. 15. Lycia 10. 13, 14, 15. with which compare Matthew 10. 15. av crd crd, crd, crd p-acp r-crq n1 np1 crd crd
727 0 2 Cor. 6. 1. 2 Cor. 6. 1. crd np1 crd crd
732 0 Job 1. 1. Job 1. 1. np1 crd crd
745 0 Rev. 22. 14. Rev. 22. 14. n1 crd crd
747 0 2 Cor. 4. 2 Cor. 4. crd np1 crd
749 0 Col. 1. 10. 2 Thess. 1. 5. Rev. 3. 4. Col. 1. 10. 2 Thess 1. 5. Rev. 3. 4. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd n1 crd crd
751 0 Rom. 8. 18. Rom. 8. 18. np1 crd crd
751 1 1 Cor. 9. 16. Vers. 15. 18. 1 Cor. 9. 16. Vers. 15. 18. vvn np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
751 2 Vers. 14. Vers. 14. np1 crd
758 0 August. Epist. 52. August. Epistle 52. np1. np1 crd
776 0 2 Pet. 1. 10. 2 Pet. 1. 10. crd np1 crd crd
778 0 1 Cor. 9. 4. 1 Cor. 9. 4. vvn np1 crd crd
779 0 Vers. ult. Vers. ult. np1 n1.
779 1 Philip. 3. 8, 11, 12, 13, 14. Philip. 3. 8, 11, 12, 13, 14. vvi. crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
808 0 Lycerus in Harm. Evang. p. 1562. Lycerus in Harm. Evangelist p. 1562. np1 p-acp n1. np1 n1 crd
809 0 Heb. 3. 15, 16. Hebrew 3. 15, 16. np1 crd crd, crd
821 0 Prov. 1. Curae 1. np1 crd
828 0 Rom. 2. Rom. 2. np1 crd
867 0 John 6. 27. John 6. 27. np1 crd crd
868 0 Vers. 9. Vers. 9. np1 crd
889 0 1 Tim. 6. 12, 19. 1 Tim. 6. 12, 19. crd np1 crd crd, crd
891 0 Matth. 7. 13, 14. Matthew 7. 13, 14. np1 crd crd, crd
891 1 Matth. 3. 12. Matthew 3. 12. np1 crd crd
1273 2 Heb. 11. 6. Hebrew 11. 6. np1 crd crd
891 2 Mortem vocat Hostem mortiferum. Ut sensus sit, sperabant se, blandiendo, salutem reperturos apud Sennacharibum. Grot. in locum. Micah 7. 3. Wisd. 1. 12, 16. Mortem vocat Hostem Deadly. Ut sensus sit, sperabant se, blandiendo, salutem reperturos apud Sennacharibum. Grot. in locum. micah 7. 3. Wisdom 1. 12, 16. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-it fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la n2 fw-la np1. np1 p-acp fw-la. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd
896 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Pythag. NONLATINALPHABET. . Pythagoras. . np1.
901 0 Luke 5. 8. Luke 5. 8. np1 crd crd
902 0 Matth. 27. 46. Psal. 22. 1. Matthew 27. 46. Psalm 22. 1. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
927 0 Rom. 11. 8. Rom. 11. 8. np1 crd crd
927 1 1 Tim. 6. 9. 1 Tim. 6. 9. vvn np1 crd crd
929 0 Isa. 28. 15. Isaiah 28. 15. np1 crd crd
929 1 Eccles. 11. 9. Eccles. 11. 9. np1 crd crd
931 0 Hos. 13. 6. Hos. 13. 6. np1 crd crd
931 1 Deut. 23. 15. Deuteronomy 23. 15. np1 crd crd
931 2 Amos 6. 4, 6. Amos 6. 4, 6. np1 crd crd, crd
934 0 Dan. 4. 25, 32, 33. Dan. 4. 25, 32, 33. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
939 0 1 Cor. 4. 5. 1 Cor. 4. 5. vvn np1 crd crd
949 0 Piso in medicinâ Brasiliensi, l. 3. Piso in medicinâ Brasiliensi, l. 3. np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la, n1 crd
950 0 Luke 16. 25. Luke 16. 25. np1 crd crd
950 1 Heb. 11. 8. Hebrew 11. 8. np1 crd crd
950 2 Vers. 7. Vers. 7. np1 crd
953 0 Heb. 12. Hebrew 12. np1 crd
954 0 2 Cor. 4. 10. 2 Cor. 4. 10. crd np1 crd crd
957 0 Psal. 30. Psalm 30. np1 crd
957 1 Psal. 78. Psalm 78. np1 crd
960 0 Matth. 8. 25. Matthew 8. 25. np1 crd crd
963 0 Dan. 5. 5 ▪ 6. 25. 29. Dan. 5. 5 ▪ 6. 25. 29. np1 crd crd ▪ crd crd crd
973 0 Isa. 1. 16, 17. Isaiah 1. 16, 17. np1 crd crd, crd
982 0 NONLATINALPHABET Matth. 5. 12. Matthew 5. 12. np1 crd crd
982 1 1 Thess. 5. 16, 17, 18. 1 Thess 5. 16, 17, 18. vvn np1 crd crd, crd, crd
983 0 Job. Job. np1.
984 0 1 Thess. 5. 22. 1 Thess 5. 22. crd np1 crd crd
987 0 Qui creavit te sine te, non salvabit ▪ te sine te. Qui Created te sine te, non salvabit ▪ te sine te. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la ▪ fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1019 0 Isa. 55. 1. Heb. 2. 1. Rev. 21. 6. Rev. 22. 1, 17. Isaiah 55. 1. Hebrew 2. 1. Rev. 21. 6. Rev. 22. 1, 17. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd n1 crd crd n1 crd crd, crd
1022 0 The Objection of several Haereticks. The Objection of several Heretics. dt n1 pp-f j n2.
1023 0 Rom. 6. 14. Rom. 6. 14. np1 crd crd
1023 1 Rom. 3. 28. Rom. 3. 28. np1 crd crd
1024 0 Acts 13. 39. Acts 13. 39. n2 crd crd
1027 0 1 John 5. 1. 1 John 5. 1. vvd np1 crd crd
1028 0 Verse 4. Verse 4. n1 crd
1029 0 Mark 9. 23. Mark 9. 23. vvb crd crd
1031 0 Mark 5. 36. Luke 8. 50. Mark 5. 36. Luke 8. 50. vvb crd crd np1 crd crd
1032 0 John 6. 47. John 6. 47. np1 crd crd
1034 0 Acts 10. 43. Acts 10. 43. vvz crd crd
1035 0 Rom. 1. 16. Rom. 1. 16. np1 crd crd
1036 0 Rom. 10. 4. Rom. 10. 4. np1 crd crd
1038 0 Rom. 7. 14, 18, 19. Rom. 7. 14, 18, 19. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
1039 0 Vers. 23. Vers. 23. np1 crd
1039 1 Philip. 3. 9. Philip. 3. 9. np1. crd crd
1042 0 The Objection laid open as to the Venom contained in it. The Objection laid open as to the Venom contained in it. dt n1 vvd j c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31.
1061 0 The Objection objected against from the Absurdities couched in it. The Objection objected against from the Absurdities couched in it. dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31.
1075 0 2 Tim. 3. 16. 2 Tim. 3. 16. crd np1 crd crd
1078 0 The Objection more directly and fully answer'd. The Objection more directly and Fully answered. dt n1 av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn.
1085 0 v. Acts 2. 36. v. Acts 2. 36. n1 vvz crd crd
1087 0 Rom. 10. 17. Rom. 10. 17. np1 crd crd
1093 0 Rom. 10. 10. Rom. 10. 10. np1 crd crd
1099 0 Aq. 22•. q. 4. art. 2. Aqueduct 22•. q. 4. art. 2. np1 n1. sy. crd n1. crd
1104 0 Credere est actus Intellectus secundum quod movetur à voluntate ad assentientium; procedit autem hujusmodi Actus à voluntate & ab Intellectu, quorum utrumque natum est perfici secundum praedicta. Et ideo oportet ut tam in voluntate sit aliquis Habitus quàm in Intellectu, si debeat Actus fidei esse perfectus. Sicut etiam ad hoc quod actus concupiscibilis sit perfectus, oportet ut sit habitus prudentiae in ratione, & habitus Temperantiae in Concupiscibili. Ibid. in resp. ad obj. p. 11. Believe est actus Intellectus secundum quod movetur à voluntate ad assentientium; procedit autem hujusmodi Actus à voluntate & ab Intellectu, quorum utrumque natum est perfici secundum praedicta. Et ideo oportet ut tam in voluntate sit aliquis Habitus quàm in Intellectu, si debeat Actus fidei esse perfectus. Sicut etiam ad hoc quod actus Concupiscible sit perfectus, oportet ut sit habitus prudentiae in ratione, & habitus Temperantiae in Concupiscibili. Ibid in resp. ad Object. p. 11. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1 p-acp n1. fw-la fw-la. n1 crd
1114 0 Heb. 11. 6. Hebrew 11. 6. np1 crd crd
1116 0 2 Cor. 5. 19. 2 Cor. 5. 19. crd np1 crd crd
1131 0 A further and final Amulet against the Antinomian Poyson. A further and final Amulet against the Antinomian Poison. dt jc cc j n1 p-acp dt jp n1.
1137 0 Michael Medina De rectâ in Deum fide lib. 1. cap. 1. Michael Medina De rectâ in God fide lib. 1. cap. 1. np1 np1 fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n1. crd n1. crd
1678 2 Acts 5. 31. Acts 5. 31. n2 crd crd
1137 1 Albertus Magnus in 3. d. 23. art. ad 3. Albert Magnus in 3. worser. 23. art. ad 3. np1 np1 p-acp crd sy. crd n1. fw-la crd
1137 2 Alfonsus à Castro in summâ de haeresibus, verbo Fides, Haeresi 2. Alfonso à Castro in summâ de haeresibus, verbo Fides, Heresy 2. np1 fw-fr np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, np1 crd
1137 3 Vega in Tractatu de Justificatione, q. 1. Vega in Tractatu de Justification, q. 1. np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la n1, vvd. crd
1138 0 Bonaventura in 3. d. 23. in explicatione Textûs, literâ B. Bonaventura in 3. d. 23. in explication Textûs, literâ B. np1 p-acp crd zz. crd p-acp n1 vbz, fw-la np1
1138 1 Greg. de Valent. in 2. 2ae. Disp. 1. Q. 1. Punct. 1. Greg. de Valent. in 2. 2ae. Disp 1. Q. 1. Punct. 1. np1 fw-fr np1. p-acp crd fw-la. np1 crd np1 crd n1. crd
1138 2 Alexander Hallensis p. 3. qu. 77. membro 1. Alexander Hallensis p. 3. queen. 77. membro 1. np1 np1 n1 crd n1. crd fw-la crd
1138 3 Sotus de Naturâ & Gratiâ l. 2. c. 6. Sotus de Naturâ & Gratiâ l. 2. c. 6. np1 fw-fr fw-la cc fw-la n1 crd sy. crd
1142 0 Eight Acceptions of Faith, whereof the Last only is Saving. Eight Acceptions of Faith, whereof the Last only is Saving. crd n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt ord j vbz vvg.
1142 1 (1) (1) (crd)
1143 0 (2) (2) (crd)
1144 0 (3) (3) (crd)
1146 0 (4) (4) (crd)
1146 1 (5) (5) (crd)
1148 0 (6) (6) (crd)
1148 1 (7) (7) (crd)
1150 0 Habitus seu facultas quaedam Intellectus, quâ inevidentèr quidem, sed firmitèr assentimur iis omnibus quae tanquam à Deo revelata proponuntur credenda in Ecclesiâ. Greg. de Valent. Tom. 3. Q. 1. Punct. 1. p. 6. Habitus seu facultas quaedam Intellectus, quâ inevidentèr quidem, sed firmitèr assentimur iis omnibus Quae tanquam à God Revelation proponuntur credenda in Ecclesiâ. Greg. de Valent. Tom. 3. Q. 1. Punct. 1. p. 6. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. np1 fw-fr np1. np1 crd sy crd j. crd n1 crd
1150 1 Haec ipsa est Fides quae dicitur Fides Miraculorum, adjunctâ firmâ quâdam fiduciâ circa eventum miraculosum. Id. ib. p. 7. Haec ipsa est Fides Quae dicitur Fides Miraculorum, adjunctâ firmâ quâdam fiduciâ circa Eventum miraculosum. Id. ib. p. 7. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. n1 crd
1155 0 Acts 2. 38. Acts 2. 38. n2 crd crd
1155 1 Matth. 10. 32, 33. Luke 12. 8, 9. Matthew 10. 32, 33. Luke 12. 8, 9. np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd
1155 2 1 Thess. 1. 3. 1 Thess 1. 3. crd np1 crd crd
1155 3 Rom. 3. 27. Rom. 3. 27. np1 crd crd
1155 4 Rom. 16. 26. Rom. 16. 26. np1 crd crd
1158 0 Gal. 5. 6. Gal. 5. 6. np1 crd crd
1158 1 Rom. 13. 10. Rom. 13. 10. np1 crd crd
1159 0 Heb. 10. 39. Hebrew 10. 39. np1 crd crd
1160 0 2 Tim. 2. 17, 18. 2 Tim. 2. 17, 18. crd np1 crd crd, crd
1163 0 Heb. 11. 1. Hebrew 11. 1. np1 crd crd
1167 0 Substantia solet dici Prima Inchoatio cujuscunque rei, & maximè quando tota res sequens continetur virtute in primo principio. Aquinas 22 ae. q. 4. Art. 1. p. 27. col. 2. Substance Solent dici Prima Inchoatio cujuscunque rei, & maximè quando tota Rest sequens continetur virtute in primo principio. Aquinas 22 ae. q. 4. Art. 1. p. 27. col. 2. np1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. np1 crd fw-la. sy. crd n1 crd n1 crd fw-fr. crd
1170 0 NONLATINALPHABET Heb. 10. 22. NONLATINALPHABET, Heb. 6. 11. NONLATINALPHABET, Coloss. 2. 2. Hebrew 10. 22., Hebrew 6. 11., Coloss. 2. 2. np1 crd crd, np1 crd crd, np1 crd crd
1173 0 An Objection. an Objection. dt n1.
1177 0 Answered two ways. Answered two ways. vvd crd n2.
1186 0 2 Pet. 1. 4, 5, 6, 7. 2 Pet. 1. 4, 5, 6, 7. crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd
1187 0 Verse 9. Verse 9. n1 crd
1189 0 Verse 8. Verse 8. n1 crd
1200 0 Nihil deest quod necessariò subintelligitur. Nihil deest quod necessariò subintelligitur. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
1208 0 1 Tim. 1. 5. 1 Tim. 1. 5. vvn np1 crd crd
1208 1 Gal. 5. 6. NONLATINALPHABET passive sonat Syro, & Tertulliano adversus Mercion. l. 5. Et eò redit, quò. NONLATINALPHABET Jac. 2. 22. Gal. 5. 6. passive Sonnet Syrian, & Tertullian Adversus Mercion. l. 5. Et eò Redeem, quò. Jacob 2. 22. np1 crd crd j j np1, cc np1 fw-la n1. n1 crd fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la. np1 crd crd
1210 0 1 Pet. 1. 3. 1 Pet. 1. 3. crd np1 crd crd
1210 1 Jam. 2. 17. Jam. 2. 17. np1 crd crd
1210 2 Rom. 3. 28. Rom. 3. 28. np1 crd crd
1210 3 Jam. 2. 24. Jam. 2. 24. np1 crd crd
1226 0 Heb. 11. 25, 26. Hebrew 11. 25, 26. np1 crd crd, crd
1238 0 Matth. 5. 12. Matthew 5. 12. np1 crd crd
1239 0 1 Cor. 12. 10. 1 Cor. 12. 10. vvn np1 crd crd
1241 0 Rom. 8. 35, 37, 38, 39. Rom. 8. 35, 37, 38, 39. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd
1242 0 1 Joh. 5. 4, 5. 1 John 5. 4, 5. vvn np1 crd crd, crd
1246 0 Job 1. Job 1. np1 crd
1249 0 Rev. 19. 16. Rev. 19. 16. n1 crd crd
1250 0 1 Cor. 13. 2. 1 Cor. 13. 2. vvn np1 crd crd
1257 0 2 Thess. 1. 7. 2 Thess 1. 7. crd np1 crd crd
1259 0 Rev. 20. 12. Rev. 20. 12. n1 crd crd
1261 0 John 5. 22. John 5. 22. np1 crd crd
1264 0 Acts 7. 55. Rom. 8. 31. Acts 7. 55. Rom. 8. 31. n2 crd crd np1 crd crd
1264 1 Rom. 8. 26. Rom. 8. 26. np1 crd crd
1270 0 Heb. 3. 6. Hebrew 3. 6. np1 crd crd
1271 0 2 Pet. 1. 5 ▪ 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. 2 Pet. 1. 5 ▪ 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. crd np1 crd crd ▪ crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
1273 0 Psal. 132. 4. Psalm 132. 4. np1 crd crd
1273 1 Habak. 2. 4. Rom. 1. 17. Gal. 3. 11. Heb. 10. 38. Habak. 2. 4. Rom. 1. 17. Gal. 3. 11. Hebrew 10. 38. vvi. crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
1275 0 NONLATINALPHABET 1 Cor. 3. 9. NONLATINALPHABET 2 Cor. 6. 1. NONLATINALPHABET Mark 16. 20. NONLATINALPHABET 3 John 8. 1 Cor. 3. 9. 2 Cor. 6. 1. Mark 16. 20. 3 John 8. crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd vvb crd crd crd np1 crd
1290 0 Unus Pellaeo Iuveni non sufficit Orbis. Juven. Sat. 13. Unus Pelleaeus Iuveni non sufficit Orbis. Juvenal. Sat. 13. np1 np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la. vvn. np1 crd
1292 0 Acts 16. 30. Acts 16. 30. n2 crd crd
1301 0 Matth. 19. 20. Matthew 19. 20. np1 crd crd
1303 0 Mark 10. 22. Mark 10. 22. vvb crd crd
1303 1 Luke 18. 18. Luke 18. 18. np1 crd crd
1334 0 NONLATINALPHABET, Luk. 17. 10. , Luk. 17. 10. , np1 crd crd
1335 0 Vide Melanch. loc. com. p. 173. Vide Melanchthon. loc. come. p. 173. fw-la np1. fw-la. vvb. n1 crd
1374 0 Consule Epistolam Mariae Cassobelitae ad Ignatium, ex edit. Usserianâ, p. 76. post Append. Ignatianam. Consul Epistolam Mary Cassobelitae and Ignatius, ex edit. Usserianâ, p. 76. post Append. Ignatianam. n1 np1 np1 np1 cc np1, fw-la fw-la. np1, n1 crd vvb np1 fw-la.
1375 0 Vide Basilium NONLATINALPHABET, ubi proponit Danielem NONLATINALPHABET. Vide Basilium, ubi proponit Daniel. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1.
1375 1 2 Tim. 3. 15. 2 Tim. 3. 15. crd np1 crd crd
1376 0 Psal. 119 ▪ 11. Psalm 119 ▪ 11. np1 crd ▪ crd
1387 0 Eccles. 11. 1. Eccles. 11. 1. np1 crd crd
1397 0 Isa. 66. 1, 2. Isaiah 66. 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
1399 0 1 Cor. 1. 26, 27, 29. 1 Cor. 1. 26, 27, 29. vvn np1 crd crd, crd, crd
1432 0 1 Cor. 9. 27. 1 Cor. 9. 27. vvn np1 crd crd
1458 0 Matth. 8. 20. Matthew 8. 20. np1 crd crd
1475 0 Coloss. 3. 1 ▪ 2. Coloss. 3. 1 ▪ 2. np1 crd crd ▪ crd
1480 0 Rev. 21. 2. Rev. 21. 2. n1 crd crd
1480 1 Quàm gloriosa dicta sunt de te Civitas Dei! Psal. 87. 3. De Quâ quid dixerit S. Bernardus, videre est in ipsius libro de Animâ, c. 4. p. 1053. Rev. 21. 18, 19, 20, &c. Quàm gloriosa dicta sunt de te Civitas Dei! Psalm 87. 3. De Quâ quid dixerit S. Bernard, To see est in Himself libro de Animâ, c. 4. p. 1053. Rev. 21. 18, 19, 20, etc. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la! np1 crd crd fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, sy. crd n1 crd n1 crd crd, crd, crd, av
1480 2 Rev. 22. 1, 2, 17. Rev. 22. 1, 2, 17. n1 crd crd, crd, crd
1483 0 De Animarum Inebriatione, vid. S. Bernard. de Deo Dilig. p. 953. 958. & super Cant. Serm. 54. p. 728. & Gillebertum super Cant. Serm. 41. p. 1897. NONLATINALPHABET Psal. 36. 8. NONLATINALPHABET. LXX Interpretes. Inebriabuntur ab ubertate Domus tuae. Vulg. Lat. — è pinguedine Domus tuae. Versio Interlin. Inebriabuntur quasi — pinguedine Benedictionis Domus tuae. Chald. Paraph. De Animarum Inebriatione, vid. S. Bernard. de God Dilig. p. 953. 958. & super Cant Sermon 54. p. 728. & Gillebertum super Cant Sermon 41. p. 1897. Psalm 36. 8.. LXX Interprets. Inebriabuntur ab ubertate Domus tuae. Vulgar Lat. — è pinguedine Domus tuae. Version Interlin. Inebriabuntur quasi — pinguedine Benedictionis Domus tuae. Chald. Paraph. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-fr. np1 np1. fw-fr fw-la np1. n1 crd crd cc fw-la np1 np1 crd n1 crd cc np1 fw-fr np1 np1 crd n1 crd np1 crd crd. crd vvz. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 — fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 np1. fw-la fw-la — n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1
1488 0 Isa. 26. 19. Isaiah 26. 19. np1 crd crd
1500 0 Inter Amoris divini Fructus, liquefactio, & languor enumerantur. Vide Claud. Espensaeum de triplici languore. c. 1. p. 976. Etiam Franco. Abbat. Affligeniensem Tom. 2. de Gratiâ Dei. De Amore quo piae Animae Deum prosequuntur, vide Plotin. Enn. 1. l. 6. p. 56. Inter Amoris Divine Fructus, liquefactio, & languor enumerantur. Vide Claud. Espensaeum de triplici languor. c. 1. p. 976. Etiam Franco. Abbot. Affligeniensem Tom. 2. de Gratiâ Dei. De Amore quo Pious Spirits God prosequuntur, vide Plotin. Enn 1. l. 6. p. 56. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, cc n1 fw-la. fw-la fw-la np1 fw-fr fw-la n1. sy. crd n1 crd fw-la np1. n1. np1 np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1. np1 crd n1 crd n1 crd
1524 0 Iejunium animae Alimentum est, leves ei Pennas producens. Bernard. Fasting Spirits Alimentum est, leves ei Pennas producens. Bernard. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2 n1. np1.
1529 0 2 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. 2 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd
1540 0 Phil. 3. 20. Philip 3. 20. np1 crd crd
1551 0 Coloss. 3. 3. Coloss. 3. 3. np1 crd crd
1551 1 John 6. 68. John 6. 68. np1 crd crd
1559 0 Rom. 4. 15. Rom. 4. 15. np1 crd crd
1560 0 Deut. 27. 26. Gal. 3. 10. Deuteronomy 27. 26. Gal. 3. 10. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
1595 0 Rom. 10. 6, 7, 8. Rom. 10. 6, 7, 8. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
1600 0 Luke 8. 24. Luke 8. 24. zz crd crd
1602 0 Luke 17. 13. Luke 17. 13. np1 crd crd
1606 0 1 Tim. 1. 17. 1 Tim. 1. 17. vvn np1 crd crd
1618 0 Isa. 9. 6. Isaiah 9. 6. np1 crd crd
1619 0 Mic. 5. 2. Mic. 5. 2. np1 crd crd
1620 0 Rev. 19. 16. Rev. 19. 16. n1 crd crd
1620 1 Acts 3. 15. Acts 3. 15. n2 crd crd
1621 0 1 Cor. 2. 8. 1 Cor. 2. 8. vvn np1 crd crd
1622 0 Isa. 42. 21. Isaiah 42. 21. np1 crd crd
1638 0 Confer hunc locum cum Gal. 5. 6. Confer hunc locum cum Gal. 5. 6. vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 crd crd
1656 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Philo NONLATINALPHABET. p. 293. . Philo. p. 293. . np1. n1 crd
1660 0 Lex moralis datur Duris in flagellum, Proficientibus in Paedagogiam, et perfectioribus in solatium. Lex Moral datur Duris in flagellum, Proficientibus in Paedagogiam, et perfectioribus in solatium. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 p-acp fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la.
1670 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Dionys. NONLATINALPHABET. . Dionys. . np1.
1670 1 1 John 2. 16. 1 John 2. 16. vvn np1 crd crd
1672 0 Vide Tit. Liv. l. 9. p. 332, 333, &c. Vide Tit. Liv. l. 9. p. 332, 333, etc. fw-la np1 crd. n1 crd n1 crd, crd, av
1678 0 Acts 5. 31. Acts 5. 31. n2 crd crd
1678 1 Acts 5. 31. Acts 5. 31. n2 crd crd
1678 3 Acts 5. 31. Acts 5. 31. n2 crd crd
1690 0 Prudentius in NONLATINALPHABET. Prudentius in. np1 p-acp.
1691 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Pyth. in NONLATINALPHABET. . Pyth. in. . np1 p-acp.
1698 0 Amoris remedia, secundum Cratem Cynicum sunt NONLATINALPHABET. Diogen. Laert. l. 6. Amoris Remedy, secundum Cratem Cynicum sunt. Diogenes. Laertes l. 6. fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 np1 fw-la. np1. np1 n1 crd
1701 0 Tertull. Apolog. c. 46. p. 76. Tertul Apology c. 46. p. 76. np1 np1 sy. crd n1 crd
1702 0 Projice quaecunque Cor tuum laniant. Quae si aliter extrahi nequeant, Cor ipsum cum illis evellendum. Seneca. Projice quaecunque Cor tuum laniant. Quae si aliter extrahi nequeant, Cor ipsum cum illis evellendum. Senecca. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
1714 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Antonius ad Didymum apud Cedrenum, p. 245. . Antonius and Didymus apud Cedrenus, p. 245. . np1 cc np1 fw-la np1, n1 crd
1724 0 Mat. 5. ult. Mathew 5. ult. np1 crd n1.
1725 0 James 2. James 2. np1 crd
1725 1 Psal. 143. 2. Psalm 143. 2. np1 crd crd
1732 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Aristot. Eth. . Aristotle Eth. . np1 np1
1735 0 Augustin. l. 10. Confussionum, c. 28, 29, 30. Augustin. l. 10. Confussionum, c. 28, 29, 30. np1. n1 crd np1, sy. crd, crd, crd
1736 0 Philip. 2. Philip. 2. np1. crd
1747 0 Gloria est Gratia consummata. P. Ferius Specim. Schol. Orth. c. 13. Gloria est Gratia Consummated. P. Ferius Specim. Schol. Orth. c. 13. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 fw-la. np1 np1 sy. crd
1749 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Aristot. Eth. l. 1. c. 7. . Aristotle Eth. l. 1. c. 7. . np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
1753 0 Quae unquam brevior et efficacior Doctrinâ tuâ Iesu bone? non suades nisi credere, et non praecipis nisi amare. Quid facilius quàm Deo credere? Quid dulcius quàm ipsum amare? Quàm suave est Iugum tuum, quàm leve onus! Nicol. de Cusa de visione Dei. cap. 24. p. 207. Quae unquam Brevior et efficacior Doctrinâ tuâ Iesu bone? non suades nisi Believe, et non praecipis nisi amare. Quid Facilius quàm God Believe? Quid Dulcet quàm ipsum amare? Quàm suave est Yoke tuum, quàm leave onus! Nicol. de Cusa de vision Dei. cap. 24. p. 207. fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 n1? pix vvz fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la n1 fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la! np1. fw-fr np1 fw-fr n1 fw-la. n1. crd n1 crd
1759 0 Gal. 4. 4. Gal. 4. 4. np1 crd crd
1761 0 Hadrianus omnia ad Gregarij Militis modum fecit. Spartian. Hadrian omnia ad Gregarij Militis modum fecit. Spartan. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la. jp.
1761 1 John 13. 5, 15. John 13. 5, 15. np1 crd crd, crd
1772 0 Diog. Laert. in vitâ Epic. Diog Laertes in vitâ Epic. np1 np1 p-acp fw-la np1
1772 1 Aristot. Eth. l. 10. cap. 2. Aristotle Eth. l. 10. cap. 2. np1 np1 n1 crd n1. crd
1779 0 Quantò diutiùs considero, tantò mihi Res videtur obscurior. Simonid. ad Hieron. Quantò diutius considero, tantò mihi Rest videtur obscurior. Simonid. ad Hieron. np1 vbz n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvd. fw-la np1.
1780 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Callimachus in Hymn. ad Apoll. . Callimachus in Hymn. ad Apollo. . np1 p-acp n1. fw-la np1.
1797 0 Matth. 13. 46. Matthew 13. 46. np1 crd crd
1800 0 Matth. 13. 15. Matthew 13. 15. np1 crd crd
1821 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Philo NONLATINALPHABET. p. 234. . Philo. p. 234. . np1. n1 crd
1828 0 Isa. 1. Isaiah 1. np1 crd
1829 0 Matth. 8. 27. Matthew 8. 27. np1 crd crd
1832 0 Matth. 17: 4. Matthew 17: 4. np1 crd: crd
1859 0 Matth. 8. 21. Matthew 8. 21. np1 crd crd
1859 1 Matth. 14. 21. Matthew 14. 21. np1 crd crd
1864 0 Matth. 26. 42. Matthew 26. 42. np1 crd crd
1866 0 Sufferentiam notat ad quam nos ipsos admonemus. Tertull. Sufferentiam Notat ad quam nos ipsos Admonemus. Tertul fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
1871 0 Herodian. l. 6. p. 129. Herodian. l. 6. p. 129. jp. n1 crd n1 crd
1876 0 Luke 12. 4, 5. Luke 12. 4, 5. zz crd crd, crd
1877 0 Non tutum est in illum scribere qui potest proscribere. Auson. Non tutum est in Ilum Scribere qui potest proscribere. Ausonius. fw-fr fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
1877 1 Non recte suadetis, Familiares, qui non patimini me illum doctiorem omnibus esse credere, qui 30. habet Legiones. Spartian. in vitâ Hadr. p. 14. Non recte suadetis, Familiares, qui non patimini me Ilum doctiorem omnibus esse Believe, qui 30. habet legiones. Spartan. in vitâ Hadr p. 14. fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la crd fw-la np1. jp. p-acp fw-la np1 n1 crd
1882 0 Liv. l. 28. p. 678. Liv. l. 28. p. 678. crd. n1 crd n1 crd
1885 0 Non modo Dei opus, sed Dei Flatus. Tertull. de Animâ, c. 19. Non modo Dei opus, sed Dei Flatus. Tertul de Animâ, c. 19. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la, sy. crd
1899 0 Luke 17. 10. Luke 17. 10. zz crd crd
1905 0 Exod. 16. 17, 18. Exod 16. 17, 18. np1 crd crd, crd
1905 1 John 6. 31. John 6. 31. np1 crd crd
1907 0 Exod. 16. 21. Exod 16. 21. np1 crd crd
1907 1 NONLATINALPHABET. Philo. . Philo . np1
1909 0 Eadem est Causa nostri Infortunij, quae omnium, nimia foelicitas. Florus. Same est Causa Our Infortunij, Quae omnium, Nimia Felicity. Florus. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1.
1913 0 Indignum est ad futurae gloriae Comparationem omne opus humanum. Salvian. Indignum est ad futurae Glory Comparationem omne opus humanum. Salvian. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1.
1914 0 John 8. 52. John 8. 52. np1 crd crd
1922 0 1 Cor. 4. 7. 1 Cor. 4. 7. vvn np1 crd crd
1923 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Plato in Menone. . Plato in Menone. . np1 p-acp np1.
2612 0 Verse 7. Verse 7. n1 crd
2625 0 Job 2. 3. Job 2. 3. np1 crd crd
2645 0 Eph. 2. 2. Ephesians 2. 2. np1 crd crd
2649 0 Habak. 2. 6, 7, &c. Habak. 2. 6, 7, etc. n1. crd crd, crd, av
1925 0 Si à Deo confertur Continentiae virtus, Quid gloriaris quasi non acceperis? Tertull. de Virginibus velandis, c. 13. Si à God confertur Continentiae virtus, Quid gloriaris quasi non acceperis? Tertul de Virginibus Velandis, c. 13. fw-mi fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la, sy. crd
1925 1 NONLATINALPHABET. Clemens Rom. in Ep. ad Cor. p. 50. . Clemens Rom. in Epistle ad Cor. p. 50. . np1 np1 p-acp np1 fw-la np1 n1 crd
1937 0 Matth. 6. 1. Matthew 6. 1. np1 crd crd
1957 0 Hebr. 11. 6. Hebrew 11. 6. np1 crd crd
1972 0 Rom. 3. 27. Rom. 3. 27. np1 crd crd
1973 0 Rev. 13. 10. Rev. 13. 10. n1 crd crd
1980 0 2 Pet. 3. 3. 2 Pet. 3. 3. crd np1 crd crd
1980 1 2 Tim. 3. 2 Tim. 3. crd np1 crd
1989 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
1990 0 Non est credendum Ecclesiam aliquam in hoc Seculo incorruptam, sed fore potiùs magnum perditissimorum proventum, in ipso etiam Ecclesiae sinu, qui tamen summam pietatem prae se ferent. Beza in locum. Non est credendum Church aliquam in hoc Seculo incorruptam, sed before potiùs magnum perditissimorum proventum, in ipso etiam Ecclesiae sinu, qui tamen summam pietatem Prae se ferent. Beza in locum. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j. np1 p-acp fw-la.
1996 0 Tit. 1. 16. Tit. 1. 16. np1 crd crd
1998 0 Curopalates apud Baronium ad An. Ch. 1071. Curopalates apud Baronium and Nias Christ 1071. np1 fw-la np1 cc np1 np1 crd
2001 0 Coelij August. Curionis Hist. Saracen. l. 1. p. 62, 63, 64. lib. 2. p. 136, 137. l. 2. p. 150. Coelij August. Curionis Hist. Saracen. l. 1. p. 62, 63, 64. lib. 2. p. 136, 137. l. 2. p. 150. np2 np1. np1 np1 np1. n1 crd n1 crd, crd, crd n1. crd n1 crd, crd n1 crd n1 crd
2002 0 L. 3. p. 202, 203 confer Spondanum ad A. D. 1071. L. 3. p. 202, 203 confer Spondanum ad A. D. 1071. np1 crd n1 crd, crd vvi n1 fw-la np1 np1 crd
2004 0 Wolf. Dreschs. de rebus Turcicis A. D. 1444. Wolf. Dreschs. de rebus Turcicis A. D. 1444. n1. np1. fw-fr fw-la fw-la np1 np1 crd
2014 0 Gen. 49. 6, 7. Gen. 49. 6, 7. np1 crd crd, crd
2015 0 Gen. 49. 6, 7. Gen. 49. 6, 7. np1 crd crd, crd
2072 0 1 Thess. 4. 11. 1 Thess 4. 11. vvn np1 crd crd
2079 0 Jer. 5. 1. Jer. 5. 1. np1 crd crd
2080 0 An Objection Answer'd. an Objection Answered. dt n1 vvd.
2111 0 Heb. 11. 26. Hebrew 11. 26. np1 crd crd
2111 1 Verse 27. Verse 27. n1 crd
2111 2 Verse 13. Verse 13. n1 crd
2113 0 Verse 35. Verse 35. n1 crd
2118 0 Rom. 11. 20. Rom. 11. 20. np1 crd crd
2119 0 Hebr. 10. 38. Hebrew 10. 38. np1 crd crd
2137 0 Heb. 10. 22. Hebrew 10. 22. np1 crd crd
2148 0 Verse 4. Verse 4. n1 crd
2160 0 Hoc vitium primo loco ponit, quia caeterorum fons est. Hoc Vitium primo loco Ponit, quia caeterorum fons est. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n2 fw-fr.
2184 0 Matth. 5. ult. Matthew 5. ult. np1 crd n1.
2190 0 Revelationum Divinarum Christofero Kottero, Christinae Poniatoviae, Nicolao Dabricio factarum Epitome, Excusa A. D. 1663. Revelationum Divinarum Christofero Kottero, Christinae Poniatoviae, Nicolao Dabricio factarum Epitome, Excusa A. D. 1663. fw-la fw-la np1 np1, np1 np1, np1 np1 fw-la n1, np1 np1 np1 crd
2197 0 Micah 7. 2, 3, 4. micah 7. 2, 3, 4. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
2214 0 1 Thess. 5. 2, 4. 2 Pet. 3. 10. • Rev. 3. 3. & 16. 15. 1 Thess 5. 2, 4. 2 Pet. 3. 10. • Rev. 3. 3. & 16. 15. vvn np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd • n1 crd crd cc crd crd
2215 0 Luke 17. 24, 25, 26, 27, &c. Luke 17. 24, 25, 26, 27, etc. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, av
2221 0 Matth. 24. 36, 42, 44, &c. Matthew 24. 36, 42, 44, etc. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, av
2227 0 Verse 48, 49, 50, 51. Verse 48, 49, 50, 51. n1 crd, crd, crd, crd
2234 0 Gal. 1. 5. Gal. 1. 5. np1 crd crd
2236 0 1 Cor. 16. 13, 14. 1 Cor. 16. 13, 14. vvn np1 crd crd, crd
2237 0 1 Thess. 5. 17. 1 Thess 5. 17. vvn np1 crd crd
2239 0 Acts 8. 22, 23. Acts 8. 22, 23. n2 crd crd, crd
2240 0 Eph. 6. 18. Ephesians 6. 18. np1 crd crd
2240 1 Eph. 6. 18. Ephesians 6. 18. np1 crd crd
2240 2 Matth. 24. 45. Matthew 24. 45. np1 crd crd
2241 0 Matth. 25. 21, 23. Matthew 25. 21, 23. np1 crd crd, crd
2254 0 Historiam de falso Messiâ Eldavid, A. D. 1135. ex libro Schevet Iehuda sumptam, apud Buxtorphum videre est in suo Linguae Sanctae Thesauro, p. 683. Historiam de False Messiâ Eldavid, A. D. 1135. ex libro Schevet Judah sumptam, apud Buxtorphum To see est in Sue Linguae Sanctae Thesauro, p. 683. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, np1 np1 crd fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, n1 crd
2265 0 T. Liv. Dec. 1. l. 8. T. Liv. Dec. 1. l. 8. np1 crd. np1 crd n1 crd
2279 0 Rev. 12. 9. Rev. 12. 9. n1 crd crd
2279 1 Luke 16. 8. Lycia 16. 8. av crd crd
2279 2 John 8. 44. John 8. 44. np1 crd crd
2280 0 John 14. 30. John 16. 11. John 14. 30. John 16. 11. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
2280 1 2 Cor. 4. 4. 2 Cor. 4. 4. crd np1 crd crd
2282 0 Eph. 2. 2. Ephesians 2. 2. np1 crd crd
2282 1 Eph. 6. 12. Ephesians 6. 12. np1 crd crd
2314 0 1 Tim. 6. 10. 1 Tim. 6. 10. vvn np1 crd crd
2314 1 James 5. 1. James 5. 1. np1 crd crd
2316 0 Luke 6. 24, 25. Luke 6. 24, 25. np1 crd crd, crd
2327 0 Matth. 19. 24. Matthew 19. 24. np1 crd crd
2337 0 James 1. 3. James 1. 3. np1 crd crd
2340 0 Matth 19. 24. Matthew 19. 24. av crd crd
2341 0 Mark 10. 24. Mark 10. 24. vvb crd crd
2346 0 Mark 10. 21. Mark 10. 21. n1 crd crd
2346 1 Luke 18. 22. Lycia 18. 22. av crd crd
2347 0 Ibid. Qui omnia se fecisse dicebat, in primo certamine divitias vincere non potest. Hieron. ad Julianum. l. 2. Epist. 21. Ibid Qui omnia se To have made dicebat, in primo certamine Riches vincere non potest. Hieron. ad Julianum. l. 2. Epistle 21. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. fw-la np1. n1 crd np1 crd
2353 0 Luke 18. 23. Luke 18. 23. np1 crd crd
2354 0 Verse 24. Verse 24. n1 crd
2372 0 Luke 16. 19. Luke 16. 19. np1 crd crd
2375 0 Difficile, immò impossibile est, ut et praesentibus quis et futuris fruatur Bonis: ut et hic ventrem, et ibi mentem impleat; ut de deliciis transeat ad delicias; ut in utroque seculo primus sit; ut et in Coelo, et in Terrâ appareat gloriosus. Hieron ad Julianum, l. 2. Epist. 21. p. 266. col. 2. Difficile, immò impossibile est, ut et praesentibus quis et futuris fruatur Bonis: ut et hic ventrem, et There mentem impleat; ut de delicious Transit ad Delicias; ut in utroque seculo primus sit; ut et in Coelo, et in Terrâ appareat glorious. Hieron and Julianum, l. 2. Epistle 21. p. 266. col. 2. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la j; fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la; fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la j j. np1 cc np1, n1 crd np1 crd n1 crd fw-fr. crd
2379 0 Verse 25. Verse 25. n1 crd
2380 0 Luke 6. 24. Luke 6. 24. np1 crd crd
2382 0 Wisd. 2. 6, 9. Wisdom 2. 6, 9. np1 crd crd, crd
2391 0 Luke 12. 15. Luke 12. 15. np1 crd crd
2393 0 Verse 15. Verse 15. n1 crd
2393 1 Verse 25. Verse 25. n1 crd
2394 0 Verse 23. Verse 23. n1 crd
2396 0 Psal. 39. 6. Psalm 39. 6. np1 crd crd
2396 1 Luke 12. 20. Luke 12. 20. np1 crd crd
2402 0 Micah 7. 6. micah 7. 6. np1 crd crd
2409 0 Luke 12. 18. Lycia 12. 18. av crd crd
2411 0 Luke 12. 34. Luke 12. 34. zz crd crd
2420 0 Ezek. 16. 49. Ezekiel 16. 49. np1 crd crd
2438 0 2 Sam. 11. 1. 2 Sam. 11. 1. crd np1 crd crd
2441 0 Verse 3, 4, 5, 6, &c. Verse 3, 4, 5, 6, etc. n1 crd, crd, crd, crd, av
2449 0 Isa. 5. 8. Isaiah 5. 8. np1 crd crd
2451 0 Psal. 49. 12. Psalm 49. 12. np1 crd crd
2462 0 Philip. 3. Philip. 3. np1. crd
2465 0 Verse 14. Verse 14. n1 crd
2468 0 Verse 18. 19. Verse 18. 19. n1 crd crd
2480 0 Heb. 11. 24, 25. Hebrew 11. 24, 25. np1 crd crd, crd
2482 0 Verse 26. Verse 26. n1 crd
2483 0 James ▪ 3. 15. James ▪ 3. 15. np1 ▪ crd crd
2488 0 Habak. 2. 6. Habak. 2. 6. vvi. crd crd
2491 0 1 Cor. 7. 30, 31. 1 Cor. 7. 30, 31. crd np1 crd crd, crd
2494 0 Luke 18. 28. Luke 18. 28. np1 crd crd
2495 0 1 Cor. 4. 7. 1 Cor. 4. 7. vvd np1 crd crd
2499 0 NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Maxim. Tyr. Dissert. 20. p. 197. , etc. Maxim. Tyr. Dissert. 20. p. 197. , av np1 np1 np1. crd n1 crd
2503 0 — NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Id. ibid. p. 201. —, etc. Id. Ibid. p. 201. —, av np1 fw-la. n1 crd
2503 1 — NONLATINALPHABET. Arrian. Epict. l. 3. c. 22. —. Arrian. Epict l. 3. c. 22. —. np1. np1 n1 crd sy. crd
2506 0 Qualis fuerit Diogenes, Quantusque, quantò homine major, quàm Dei similis, constat apud Ariani Epictetum NONLATINALPHABET, à capite ad calcem istius Dissertationis. Etiam apud Senec. de Tranquil. animi c. 7. Qualis fuerit Diogenes, Quantusque, quantò homine Major, quàm Dei Similis, constat apud Ariani Epictetus, à capite ad calcem This Dissertationis. Etiam apud Seneca the Tranquil. animi c. 7. fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la, fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1 np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la np1 dt j. fw-la sy. crd
2507 0 Psal. 39. 11. Psalm 39. 11. np1 crd crd
2508 0 Eccles. 1. 14. Eccles. 1. 14. np1 crd crd
2510 0 Rex Philosophi Amicitiam emere voluit; Philosophus Regi fuam vendere noluit. Val. Max. l. 4. c. 3. Rex Philosophy Amicitiam Emere voluit; Philosophus King fuam vendere noluit. Val. Max. l. 4. c. 3. np1 np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
2511 0 Rubori non fuit, eburneo scipione deposito, agrestem stivam aratri repetere. Id. ib. c. 4. Cic. Offic. l. 3. Rubori non fuit, eburneo scipione Deposit, agrestem stivam aratri repetere. Id. ib. c. 4. Cic Office l. 3. np1 fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvi fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1. sy. crd np1 np1 n1 crd
2516 0 Objicienti, NONLATINALPHABET, respondet Socrates, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Socrat. Epist. 2. ex Edit. Leon. Allat. p. 15, 16, 17, &c. Confer Arrian. Epict. l. 3. c. ult. p. 433. Objicienti,, Respondet Socrates,, etc. Socrates Epistle 2. ex Edit. Leon. Allat. p. 15, 16, 17, etc. Confer Arrian. Epict l. 3. c. ult. p. 433. fw-la,, fw-la np1,, av np1 np1 crd fw-la fw-la. np1. n1. n1 crd, crd, crd, av vvb n1. np1 n1 crd sy. n1. n1 crd
2520 0 Matth. 8. 20. Matthew 8. 20. np1 crd crd
2535 0 Luke 8. 3. Luke 8. 3. np1 crd crd
2576 0 Gen. 39. 8, 9. Gen. 39. 8, 9. np1 crd crd, crd
2592 0 The second Proposition. The second Proposition. dt ord n1.
2594 0 Its Truth proved. Its Truth proved. pn31|vbz n1 vvn.
2595 0 John 12. 31. & Ch. 16. V. 11. Eph. 6. 12. 2 Cor. 4. 4. John 12. 31. & Christ 16. V. 11. Ephesians 6. 12. 2 Cor. 4. 4. np1 crd crd cc np1 crd np1 crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd
2595 1 Luke 4. 6. Luke 4. 6. np1 crd crd
2596 0 Wisd. 1. 11. Wisdom 1. 11. np1 crd crd
2599 0 Job 1. 1. Job 1. 1. np1 crd crd
2600 0 Verse 8. Verse 8. n1 crd
2602 0 Verse 11. Verse 11. n1 crd
2603 0 Verse 12. Verse 12. n1 crd
2607 0 Vers. 14, 15. Vers. 14, 15. np1 crd, crd
2609 0 Verse 16. Verse 16. n1 crd
2609 1 Verse 17. Verse 17. n1 crd
2610 0 Verse 19. Verse 19. n1 crd
2610 1 Chap. 2. v. 3. Chap. 2. v. 3. np1 crd n1 crd
2611 0 5. 5. crd
2611 1 6. 6. crd
2651 0 Verse 7. Verse 7. n1 crd
2651 1 Verse 9. Verse 9. n1 crd
2651 2 Verse 11. Verse 11. n1 crd
2652 0 Verse 12. Verse 12. n1 crd
2660 0 Psal. 73. from v. 3. to v. 14. Psalm 73. from v. 3. to v. 14. np1 crd p-acp n1 crd p-acp n1 crd
2664 0 Verse 12. Verse 12. n1 crd
2666 0 13. 13. crd
2666 1 Jer. 12. 1, 2, 3. Jer. 12. 1, 2, 3. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
2669 0 Mal. 3. 15. Malachi 3. 15. np1 crd crd
2671 0 Habak. 1. 4, 15, 16. Habak. 1. 4, 15, 16. vvi. crd crd, crd, crd
2684 0 Rom. 9. 22. Rom. 9. 22. np1 crd crd
2685 0 Acts 14. 18. Acts 14. 18. n2 crd crd
2687 0 Luke 16. Luke 16. np1 crd
2689 0 Jude. U^de. np1.
2689 1 Job 2. 2. Job 2. 2. np1 crd crd
2699 0 Habak. 1. 13. Habak. 1. 13. vvi. crd crd
2699 1 Exod. 12. 35. Exod 12. 35. np1 crd crd
2699 2 Chap. 13. 5. Chap. 13. 5. np1 crd crd
2715 0 An Objection. an Objection. dt n1.
2716 0 Psal. 73. 10. Psalm 73. 10. np1 crd crd
2716 1 Job 22. 13. Job 22. 13. np1 crd crd
2716 2 Wisd. 2: 12. & 18. Wisdom 2: 12. & 18. np1 crd: crd cc crd
2719 0 Dan. 4. 17. Dan. 4. 17. np1 crd crd
2721 0 Answer'd. Answered. vvd.
2727 0 Rev. 20. 2, 3. Rev. 20. 2, 3. n1 crd crd, crd
2732 0 Psal. 18. 10. & 104. 3. Psalm 18. 10. & 104. 3. np1 crd crd cc crd crd
2733 0 Job 38. 10. Job 38. 10. np1 crd crd
2734 0 Mark 4. 39. Mark 4. 39. vvb crd crd
2747 0 John 19. 11. John 19. 11. np1 crd crd
2747 1 Rom. 13. 1. Rom. 13. 1. np1 crd crd
2750 0 Dan. 3. 27. Dan. 3. 27. np1 crd crd
2751 0 Rev. 20. 6. Rev. 20. 6. n1 crd crd
2753 0 Luke 4. 16. Luke 4. 16. zz crd crd
2760 0 Matth. 4. 5, 8. Matthew 4. 5, 8. np1 crd crd, crd
2771 0 Some Reasons offer'd. some Reasons offered. d n2 vvn.
2779 0 Eccles. 9. 2, 3, 11. Eccles. 9. 2, 3, 11. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
2787 0 Wisd. 2. 23. Wisdom 2. 23. np1 crd crd
2802 0 Isa. 5. 2, 4. Isaiah 5. 2, 4. np1 crd crd, crd
2811 0 Rom. 9. 22. Rom. 9. 22. np1 crd crd
2811 1 Jer. 12. 3. Jer. 12. 3. np1 crd crd
2813 0 Rev. 22. 11. Rev. 22. 11. n1 crd crd
2813 1 Ezek. 24. 13. Ezekiel 24. 13. np1 crd crd
2814 0 Isa. 6. 10. Isaiah 6. 10. np1 crd crd
2815 0 Chap. 1. vers. 5. Chap. 1. vers. 5. np1 crd fw-la. crd
2817 0 Jer. 2. 30. Jer. 2. 30. np1 crd crd
2822 0 Heb. 12. 6, 7, 8. Hebrew 12. 6, 7, 8. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
2823 0 Verse 9, & 10. Verse 9, & 10. n1 crd, cc crd
2829 0 Job 42. 10. Job 42. 10. np1 crd crd
2832 0 Vers. 11. 12. 13. 15. Vers. 11. 12. 13. 15. np1 crd crd crd crd
2834 0 Vers. 16. Vers. 16. np1 crd
2843 0 Acts 3. 21. Acts 3. 21. n2 crd crd
2843 1 Hos. 9. 7. Hos. 9. 7. np1 crd crd
2843 2 Isa. 34. 8. Isaiah 34. 8. np1 crd crd
2844 0 Heb. 11. 26. Hebrew 11. 26. np1 crd crd
2844 1 Psal. Psalm np1
2844 2 Heb. 12. 12, 13. Hebrew 12. 12, 13. np1 crd crd, crd
2845 0 Jer. 51. 56. Jer. 51. 56. np1 crd crd
2849 0 Mal. 3. 17, 18. Malachi 3. 17, 18. np1 crd crd, crd
2855 0 Mal. 3. 16. Malachi 3. 16. np1 crd crd
2855 1 Habak. 1. 13. Habak. 1. 13. vvi. crd crd
2855 2 Jer. 12. 4. Jer. 12. 4. np1 crd crd
2856 0 Psal. 126. 7. Psalm 126. 7. np1 crd crd
2857 0 Gal. 6. 9. Gal. 6. 9. np1 crd crd
2858 0 James 5. 11. James 5. 11. np1 crd crd
2858 1 Heb. 12. 3. Hebrew 12. 3. np1 crd crd
2868 0 The Application. The Application. dt n1.
2886 0 Socrat. Epist. 1. p. 6. Socrates Epistle 1. p. 6. np1 np1 crd n1 crd
2888 0 Id. Epist. 6. p. 19. Id. Epistle 6. p. 19. np1 np1 crd n1 crd
2892 0 Socrat. Epist. 27. p. 58. Socrates Epistle 27. p. 58. np1 np1 crd n1 crd
2908 0 Heb. 12. Hebrew 12. np1 crd
2911 0 Mal. 3. 14, 15. Malachi 3. 14, 15. np1 crd crd, crd
2912 0 Jer. 5. 28. Jer. 5. 28. np1 crd crd
2914 0 Jer. 44. 17, 18, 19. Jer. 44. 17, 18, 19. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
2927 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Plotin. Enn. 1. l. 4. p. 38. . Plotin. Enn 1. l. 4. p. 38. . np1. np1 crd n1 crd n1 crd
2929 0 2 Cor. 4. 17. 2 Cor. 4. 17. crd np1 crd crd
2943 0 The third Proposition. The third Proposition. dt ord n1.
2948 0 NONLATINALPHABET Philo NONLATINALPHABET. &c. p. 99. Philo. etc. p. 99. np1. av n1 crd
2951 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Idem ubi supra. . Idem ubi supra. . fw-la fw-la fw-la.
2953 0 Prov. 19. 17. Curae 19. 17. np1 crd crd
2974 0 Matth. 4. 9. Matthew 4. 9. np1 crd crd
2977 0 Rev. 9. 2, 7, 8, 18. Rev. 9. 2, 7, 8, 18. n1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd
2978 0 The Application. The Application. dt n1.
2979 0 Matth. 26. 15. Matthew 26. 15. np1 crd crd
2981 0 Matth. 28. 12. Matthew 28. 12. np1 crd crd
2982 0 Verse 18. Verse 18. n1 crd
2983 0 1 Kings 21. 18. 1 Kings 21. 18. crd n2 crd crd
2983 1 Acts 8. 18, 19, 20. Acts 8. 18, 19, 20. n2 crd crd, crd, crd
3003 0 Psal. 116. 12. Psalm 116. 12. np1 crd crd
3005 0 Acts 8. 20. Acts 8. 20. n2 crd crd
3010 0 Deut. 32. 6. Deuteronomy 32. 6. np1 crd crd
3012 0 Vers. 15. & 18. Vers. 15. & 18. np1 crd cc crd
3017 0 Prov. 30. 8. Curae 30. 8. np1 crd crd
3037 0 Deut. 8. 10. to v. 18. Deuteronomy 8. 10. to v. 18. np1 crd crd p-acp n1 crd
3040 0 Vide Plotin. Enn. 5. l. 9. Vide Plotin. Enn 5. l. 9. fw-la np1. np1 crd n1 crd
3044 0 Ecclus. 3. 26. Ecclus 3. 26. np1 crd crd
3047 0 Alta Fortuna alto travaglio apporta. Alta Fortuna alto travaglio apporta. np1 fw-la fw-mi n1 fw-mi.
3047 1 A maggior felicita, minor fede. A maggior felicita, minor fede. dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la.
3055 0 1 Tim. 6. 17. 1 Tim. 6. 17. vvn np1 crd crd
3060 0 Luke 16. 9. Luke 16. 9. np1 crd crd
3066 0 Acts 10. 4. Acts 10. 4. n2 crd crd
3069 0 Matth. 25. 40. Matthew 25. 40. np1 crd crd
3073 0 Dan. 4. 27. Dan. 4. 27. np1 crd crd
3082 0 Luke 16. 9. Luke 16. 9. np1 crd crd
3091 0 Verse 3. Verse 3. n1 crd
3096 0 Verse 5. Verse 5. n1 crd
3104 0 Jer. 36. 10, 15. Jer. 36. 10, 15. np1 crd crd, crd
3108 0 Jer. 38. 6, 7, 26. Jer. 38. 6, 7, 26. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
3108 1 Jer. 36. 23. Jer. 36. 23. np1 crd crd
3110 0 Verse 30. Verse 30. n1 crd
3110 1 Jer. 39. Jer. 39. np1 crd
3137 0 Phil. 4. 11, 12. Philip 4. 11, 12. np1 crd crd, crd
3165 0 Isa. 45. 9. Isaiah 45. 9. np1 crd crd
3168 0 Dan. 2. 21. & Chap. 4. v. 17. Dan. 2. 21. & Chap. 4. v. 17. np1 crd crd cc np1 crd n1 crd
3170 0 Psal. 75. 6, 7. Psalm 75. 6, 7. np1 crd crd, crd
3191 0 Arrian. Epict. l. 3 c. 22. p. 342. Sen. de Brevit. vitae c. 4. & 5. Arrian. Epict l. 3 c. 22. p. 342. Sen. de Brevit. vitae c. 4. & 5. np1. np1 n1 crd sy. crd n1 crd np1 fw-fr fw-la. fw-la sy. crd cc crd
3199 0 Sueton. l. 2. c. 19. Suetonius l. 2. c. 19. np1 n1 crd sy. crd
3204 0 Ubi supra p. 563. Hoc votum erat ejus, qui voti compotes facere poterat. Ubi supra p. 563. Hoc Votum erat His, qui voti compotes facere poterat. fw-la fw-la n1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
3206 0 Sueton. in vit. Octav. c. 52, 53. p. 87, 88. Suetonius in vit. Octav c. 52, 53. p. 87, 88. np1 p-acp fw-fr. np1 sy. crd, crd n1 crd, crd
3207 0 Horodot. in Thalia. c. 39, 40, &c. p. 177. Horodot. in Thalia. c. 39, 40, etc. p. 177. np1. p-acp np1. sy. crd, crd, av n1 crd
3215 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Ib. p. 178. . Ib. p. 178. . np1 n1 crd
3217 0 Cap. 125. p. 210. Cap. 125. p. 210. np1 crd n1 crd
3231 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. in c. 4. ad Ephes. Hom. 11. p. 960. . Chrys. in c. 4. and Ephesians Hom. 11. p. 960. . np1 zz sy. crd vvi np1 np1 crd n1 crd
3237 0 Aug. Ep. 204. Aug. Epistle 204. np1 np1 crd
3237 1 S. Ambros. Ep. 82. S. Ambos Epistle 82. np1 np1 np1 crd
3239 0 Sozom. Hist. Eccl. l. 6. c. 30. Sozomen Hist. Ecclesiastes l. 6. c. 30. np1 np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
3239 1 Socrat. Hist. Eccl. l. 4. c. 18. Socrates Hist. Ecclesiastes l. 4. c. 18. np1 np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
3240 0 Greg. Presb. in vitâ Nazianzeni. Greg. Presbytery in vitâ Nazianzenus. np1 np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la.
3258 0 James 5. 1. James 5. 1. np1 crd crd
3267 0 Luke 16. 20, 21, 25. Luke 16. 20, 21, 25. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
3282 0 Seneca Epist. 85. sub finem. Senecca Epistle 85. sub finem. np1 np1 crd fw-la fw-la.
3309 0 Angustanda certè sunt Patrimonia, ut minus ad injurias Fortunae simus expositi. Sen. Angustanda certè sunt Patrimonies, ut minus ad injurias Fortunae Simus Exposition. Sen. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1
3309 1 Diod. Sic. l. 5. Diodorus Sic. l. 5. np1 np1 n1 crd
3311 0 Max. Tyr. Dissert. 20. p. 192. ad finem. Max. Tyr. Dissert. 20. p. 192. ad finem. np1 np1 np1. crd n1 crd fw-la fw-la.
3312 0 Arrian. Epict. l. 3. c. 22. p. 346. &c. Sen. de Tranquil. animi c. 8. Res cogendae sunt in arctum; ut tela Invidiae in vanum cadunt. Arrian. Epict l. 3. c. 22. p. 346. etc. Sen. the Tranquil. animi c. 8. Rest cogendae sunt in arctum; ut Tela Invidiae in vanum cadunt. np1. np1 n1 crd sy. crd n1 crd av np1 dt j. fw-la sy. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la.
3326 0 Hor. Carm. 2. 10. Hor. Carm 2. 10. np1 np1 crd crd
3343 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Epipha. Haer. 60. 507. . Epiphany. Haer 60. 507. . np1. np1 crd crd
3356 0 Hor. •. 1. Serm. Sat. 1. Hor. •. 1. Sermon Sat. 1. np1 •. crd np1 np1 crd
3365 0 Quid mihi voluptatem nominas? Hominis Bonum quaero, non Ventris, qui pecudibus ac belluis laxior est. Seneca. Quid mihi voluptatem nominas? Hominis Bonum Quaero, non Ventricle, qui pecudibus ac Beluus laxior est. Senecca. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-it fw-it fw-la. np1.
3377 0 1 Tim. 4. 8. 1 Tim. 4. 8. vvn np1 crd crd
3380 0 Isa. 45. 9, 10. Isaiah 45. 9, 10. np1 crd crd, crd
3393 0 Gal. 6. 6. 7. Gal. 6. 6. 7. np1 crd crd crd
3415 0 Tu cave, ne majus facias id quod satis esse putat Pater, & Natura coërcet. Servius Oppidius apud Horat. l. 2. Sat. 3. Tu cave, ne Majus facias id quod satis esse putat Pater, & Nature coërcet. Servius Oppidius apud Horatio l. 2. Sat. 3. fw-la n1, ccx fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la j. np1 np1 fw-la np1 n1 crd np1 crd
3425 0 Prov. 19. 7. Curae 19. 7. np1 crd crd
3426 0 Matth. 19. 29. Matthew 19. 29. np1 crd crd
3426 1 Matth. 25. 37, 38. Matthew 25. 37, 38. np1 crd crd, crd
3428 0 1 Tim. 6. 17, 18, 19. 1 Tim. 6. 17, 18, 19. crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd
3435 0 Matth. 8. 20. Matthew 8. 20. np1 crd crd
3439 0 Q. Curt. l. 4. Justin. l. 11. Q. Curt. l. 4. Justin l. 11. np1 np1 n1 crd np1 n1 crd
3460 0 Ecce crudelissimi hi hostes ac Carnifices, Tortores illi qui me miserè flagellaverunt. Accipite, ac inter vos dividite, ut mihi tranquillè dormire liceat. Cusp. in vitâ Sigism. p. 4••. Ecce crudelissimi him hosts ac Carnifices, Tortores illi qui me miserè flagellaverunt. Accipite, ac inter vos dividite, ut mihi tranquillè dormire liceat. Cusp. in vitâ Sigism. p. 4••. fw-la fw-la uh n2 fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la fw-la. fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la. n1. p-acp fw-la np1. n1 n1.
3468 0 Val. Max. l. 4. c. •. Val. Max. l. 4. c. •. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. •.
3469 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Polyb. l. 10. p. 110, 111. . Polybius l. 10. p. 110, 111. . np1 n1 crd n1 crd, crd
3472 0 Sen. in Epist. 86. Sen. in Epistle 86. np1 p-acp np1 crd
3480 0 Franciscus Baconus in Hist. Vitae & Mortis, p. 267. Francis Baconus in Hist. Vitae & Mortis, p. 267. np1 np1 p-acp np1 fw-la cc fw-la, n1 crd
3482 0 Val. Max. l. 7. c. 3. n. 3. extern. Val. Max. l. 7. c. 3. n. 3. extern. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd sy. crd j.
3485 0 Id. ib. n. 9. NONLATINALPHABET. Cic. Paradox. Id. ib. n. 9.. Cic Paradox. np1 n1. sy. crd. np1 n1.
3488 0 Strad. de Bell. Belgic. l. 1. p. 22. Nec deerant Exempla — quae in eâ deliberatione haerenti occurrebant. Thuan. l. 10 p. 506, 507. Strad. de Bell. Belgic. l. 1. p. 22. Nec deerant Exempla — Quae in eâ deliberation haerenti occurrebant. Thuan l. 10 p. 506, 507. np1. fw-fr n1. jp. n1 crd n1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la — fw-la p-acp fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd n1 crd, crd
3491 0 His & aliis exemplis confirmatus Caesar, se Imperio ac omnibus Regnis abdicavit, tranquille & pacatè quod vitae supererat transacturiis. Idem. ibid. His & Others exemplis confirmatus Caesar, see Imperial ac omnibus Regnis abdicavit, tranquil & pacatè quod vitae supererat transacturiis. Idem. Ibid. po31 cc fw-la fw-fr fw-la np1, vvb np1 fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, j cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la. fw-la.
3508 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Herodian. l. 3. p. 34. . Herodian. l. 3. p. 34. . jp. n1 crd n1 crd
3514 0 Id. ibid. Id. Ibid. np1 fw-la.
3517 0 NONLATINALPHABET, is Herodian 's Expression of it. L. 6. p. 140, 141 , is Herodian is Expression of it. L. 6. p. 140, 141 , vbz jp vbz n1 pp-f pn31. np1 crd n1 crd, crd
3518 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Zosimus l. 1. p. 12. . Zosimus l. 1. p. 12. . np1 n1 crd n1 crd
3519 0 Ib. p. 13. Ib. p. 13. np1 n1 crd
3519 1 Vopiscus in vitâ Taciti. p. 409. ad p. 412. Vopiscus in vitâ Taciti. p. 409. and p. 412. np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la. n1 crd cc n1 crd
3523 0 Q. Curt. l. 10. c. 6. Q. Curt. l. 10. c. 6. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
3524 0 Xenoph. in Exped. Cyri. l. 6. p. 291, 292 ▪ Xenoph in Exped. Cyri l. 6. p. 291, 292 ▪ np1 p-acp vvn. np1 n1 crd n1 crd, crd ▪
3525 0 Liv. l. 10. c. 12. p. 368. Liv. l. 10. c. 12. p. 368. crd. n1 crd sy. crd n1 crd
3526 0 Idem l. 26. c. 22. p. 603. Idem l. 26. c. 22. p. 603. fw-la n1 crd sy. crd n1 crd
3531 0 F lor. l. 1. c. 18. F Lord. l. 1. c. 18. zz n1. n1 crd sy. crd
3532 0 Val. Max. l. 4. c. 1 n. 3, 4, &c. Val. Max. l. 4. c. 1 n. 3, 4, etc. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd sy. crd, crd, av
3538 0 Id. l. 4. c. 3. n. 4. &c. Id. l. 4. c. 3. n. 4. etc. np1 n1 crd sy. crd sy. crd av
3546 0 L. 4. c. 3. L. 4. c. 3. np1 crd sy. crd
3549 0 L. 4. c. 4. L. 4. c. 4. n1 crd sy. crd
3563 0 L. 7. c. 2. n. 5. L. 7. c. 2. n. 5. np1 crd sy. crd sy. crd
3564 0 L. 5. c. 6. n. 4. L. 5. c. 6. n. 4. np1 crd sy. crd sy. crd
3574 0 Habak. 2. 5. Habak. 2. 5. vvi. crd crd
3581 0 Lud. Vives in August. de Civ. Dei, l. 2. c. 7. Lud. Vives in August. the Civ. Dei, l. 2. c. 7. np1 np1 p-acp np1. dt crd. fw-la, n1 crd sy. crd
3583 0 Mortalium harum rerum satur, quam rem à puero penè semper optaveram, ut ultimos aliquot vitae meae annos obtinerem liberos, quibus hujus vitae negotiis paulatim me subducens, futurae possem immortalitatem meditari, eam rem tandem indulgentissimi Principis incomparabili beneficio, (resignatis Honoribus) impetravi. Tho. Morus de se in suo ipsius Epitaphio à se conscripto. Mortalium harum rerum satur, quam remembering à puero penè semper optaveram, ut ultimos aliquot vitae meae annos obtinerem Liberos, quibus hujus vitae negotiis Gradually me subducens, futurae possem immortalitatem meditari, eam remembering tandem indulgentissimi Principis incomparabili Benefit, (resignatis Honoribus) impetravi. Tho. Morus de se in Sue Himself Epitaphio à se conscripto. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvg fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av pno11 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvg fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (fw-la fw-la) fw-la. np1 np1 fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la np1 fw-fr fw-la av-an.
3589 0 Molestiarum pertaesus quas Cancellarij munus afferre solet, simulque rerum humanarum satur, quicquid vitae supererat totum Deo consecravit. Buddenus in Wainfleti vitâ, p. 61. Molestiarum pertaesus quas Cancellarij munus afferre Solent, simulque rerum humanarum satur, quicquid vitae supererat totum God consecravit. Buddenus in Wainfleti vitâ, p. 61. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 fw-la, n1 crd
3594 0 Paulò ante Mortem literis quas vidi seriò admonuit, quàm dignum quàm necessarium, ut Ille Secretarii, Ipse Legati Technis jam tandem valediceret; uterque coelestem Patriam cogitâret, et poenitendo divinam implorarent Misericordiam. Cambdenus in Eliz. Annal. Tom. 2. seu parte quartâ, p. 26. Paulò ante Mortem literis quas Vidi seriò admonuit, quàm dignum quàm Necessary, ut Isle Secretarii, Ipse Legati Technis jam tandem valediceret; Uterque Celestial Patriam cogitâret, et poenitendo divinam implorarent Misericordiam. Cambdenus in Eliz Annal. Tom. 2. seu parte quartâ, p. 26. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp np1 np1. np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 crd
3600 0 Godwin. de Praesulibus Anglicanis, p. 198. Godwin. de Praesulibus Anglicanis, p. 198. np1. fw-fr fw-la fw-la, n1 crd
3604 0 Jer. 35. 6, 7. Jer. 35. 6, 7. np1 crd crd, crd
3611 0 Heb. 13. Hebrew 13. np1 crd
3614 0 Isa. 40. 17. Isaiah 40. 17. np1 crd crd